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How roulette works: the basic rules
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Roulette uses a numbered wheel and a ball. Players choose a permitted bet before the spin, then the result is determined by where the ball settles. The exact wheel and payout table matter.
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What to look for on the table
Feature
Why it matters
Single-zero wheel
One green zero pocket; rules and payouts apply to that layout
Double-zero wheel
Includes an extra zero pocket, changing the number of outcomes
Inside bet
Covers one or a small group of numbers
Outside bet
Covers a broader category such as colour or odd/even
Special zero rule
French-style rules can alter how some even-money bets are treated
A table label may not tell the whole story. Check the in-game rules for wheel layout, payout schedule and any special treatment of zero. Do not assume one roulette release uses the same rules as another. Probabilities describe possible outcomes; they do not identify the next result.
FAQ
Does a red/black bet win if zero appears?
That depends on the exact table rules. On many standard tables, zero is not red or black and an even-money bet loses; some rules change the treatment.
Does roulette have a strategy that guarantees a win?
No. No betting system guarantees a win or removes the game's risk.
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