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Roulette
A wheel-and-ball game with the second-lowest house edge at the casino — provided you play the European or French variant, not American.
Also known as: European rouletteAmerican rouletteFrench roulette
The classic wheel-and-ball game. A small ball is spun around a rotating wheel with numbered pockets; you bet on which pocket it lands in.
Three main variants, huge RTP differences:
| Variant | Wheel | House edge | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| European | 37 pockets (0-36) | 2.7% | Standard EU/UK offering |
| French | 37 pockets + La Partage rule | 1.35% on even-money bets | Best variant available |
| American | 38 pockets (0, 00, 1-36) | 5.26% | Avoid |
The extra 00 pocket in American roulette doubles the house edge — never play it unless there’s no European alternative.
Live-dealer roulette contributes 0-5% to bonus wagering. RNG roulette contributes 5-10%. Neither is efficient for clearing.
See live dealer and the wagering guide.