You could say I have a problem with gambling.
In fact, I’m the only guy in my inner circle who gambles more than twice a year. As a result, I’m the one people come to when they need answers on gaming.
Despite the fact that I’ve spent a considerable amount of time explaining why the Martingale system doesn’t work and why there is no such thing as a hot or cold slot machine, I receive a great deal of satisfaction from responding to queries that are actually worth answering.
The question “How can I win at roulette?” has been posed to me by several close friends. I enjoy answering questions like these very much. After endlessly discussing it, I decided to put my thoughts down in print.
My strategy for beating roulette is detailed here.
Choose the Best Activity
Just what does “roulette” entail? A small silver ball spins around a wheel, and players wager on where they think it will stop. That’s all there is to it; it’s one of the simplest casino games.
The first step in beating roulette is determining which games to play. American roulette and European roulette are the two most common variations. The green 00 slot, added to American roulette wheels to increase the house edge, is one of the few differences between European and American roulette. There is no “00” slot on a European wheel.
How much do the odds change? Not insignificant, at least in the context of a casino. In general, the house has a 5.26 percent edge on American games. If you’re trying to decide between that and the 2.7% house edge on European wheels, the answer should be quite clear. The house edge on American roulette wheels is two times that of European wheels.
When possible (sadly not always the case in American casinos), choose to play on a European roulette wheel.
Make the Proper Wagers
More than a dozen different types of wagers can be placed on the roulette table, and the number can rise even higher thanks to special features provided by some casinos and game creators. If you want to win in roulette, you need to familiarize yourself with the odds associated with each stake.
Placing bets that are statistically likely to win is the second strategy for beating roulette. As a rule of thumb, the higher the payout of a bet, the lower the probability of winning. With only a 1 in 38 chance of winning, a bet on a single number is risky despite its high payout of 35 to 1.
Bets at even money are the safest (likeliest to result in a win) ones. When playing roulette, high/low, red/black, and even/odd are your best bets. They all cover 18 of the potential 38 winning outcomes for even money. It’s one of the safer bets in the casino, to put it another way. These bets won’t be as exciting as betting on a single number or other long shots, but they will increase your chances of financial success.
Be a Part of It!
Most of my gaming is done at brick-and-mortar establishments. This piece of advice won’t benefit you much if you do most of your gambling online. And yet, I still recommend it to everyone I know.
The third strategy for beating roulette is to become a member of the player’s club. You won’t (necessarily) get more money from your bets or become eligible for a unique reward, but you will get discounts and bonuses that reduce the house advantage.
If by “winning at roulette,” you mean “beating the house,” then becoming a member of a loyalty club is a logical next step. If you don’t sign up, the casino won’t be able to keep tabs on your activity. In what ways does being a member boost membership fees? To give out perks, casinos use player’s clubs and loyalty cards. Rebates, free games, entry into special tournaments, meal coupons, complimentary hotel rooms, free theater tickets, and free show tickets are just some examples.
Good Fortune!
Even though my friends usually have a good laugh at my suggestion, I take it seriously. More than a little luck is required if you wish to increase your winnings at any casino game.
Getting lucky is the fourth strategy for winning at roulette. The arrangement is set up in such a way that even the even money bets, which are considered the safest, will eventually cause you to lose money. While the 2.7% house edge in European roulette may seem enticing at first glance, keep in mind that the game’s sole purpose is to take your money and return only 97.3% of it.
Is there a secret to luck? Here’s where personal tastes come into play. Perhaps you think that wearing a certain garment, following a certain religious ritual, or possessing a certain set of rabbit’s feet will boost your chances of success. I don’t think it makes a difference what you do. A lucky ritual is meant to boost your self-assurance. You should develop your own ritual, try it out, and report back to me if it helps.
I’m sure I’ve let you down if you started this article thinking I would provide a magic bullet for guaranteed profits. It’s a well-known fact that casinos’ primary goal is to generate profit. Enjoying yourself while playing a casino game is the key to success. Extras are like frosting on a cake.