How to Play Roulette

Roulette is one of the oldest casino games, and it is the most popular and widespread of all casino games. The main reason is that it takes no time to learn, and you do not have to remember charts, statistics, or records—just follow your gut and instincts!

In roulette, the player places a bet on a number, color, odds, or a group of numbers on the roulette table. The roulette wheel and ball are spun, and winnings are determined by where the ball finally stops. The amount of payoff depends on how and where the bet was placed.

How to Play Roulette Online

Understand the Table Layout
The table features numbers 0 and 1-36 (or 0 and 00 in American roulette), colored alternately red and black, with 0/00 green.
Place Your Bets
Click and drag chips to the desired betting spots on the virtual table.
Spin the Wheel
After placing bets, the roulette wheel is spun by the software.
Determine the Outcome
The ball lands on a number; if it matches your bet, winnings are automatically credited to your bankroll. Check your balance or spin history depending on the casino.

The Different Betting Combinations

Straight Up: Place your bet directly on any single number.
Split Bet: Place your bet on the line between any two numbers.
Trio Bet: Place your bet on the intersecting point between 0, 1, and 2, or 0, 2, and 3.
Street Bet: Place your bet at the end of any row of numbers, covering three numbers.
Corner Bet: Place your bet on the corner where four numbers meet.
Line Bet: Place your bet at the end of two streets on the line between them. A line bet covers all the numbers in either street, for a total of six.
Dozen Bet: Place your bet in one of the boxes marked "1st12", "2nd12", or "3rd12", each covering twelve numbers.
Column Bet: On the short side of the roulette table are three boxes marked "2 to 1". By placing your chip in one of these boxes, you mark all twelve numbers above it (excluding 0).
Low/High Bet: Place your bet in one of the boxes marked "1 to 18" or "19 to 36", each covering 18 numbers.
Red/Black or Even/Odd: A bet placed in one of the four boxes on the sides of the board covers half of the numbers on the board, as described in that box.
Four Number Bet: A bet placed at the corner of the intersection of 0 and 3, covering the numbers 0, 1, 2, and 3.