|
The first rule when playing roulette is to choose the European wheel over the American wheel. The American wheel has two green numbers: zero (0) and double zero (00), while the European wheel has only one green number: zero (0). You'll find that most roulette wheels in Macau are European. The American wheel is more advantageous for the casino because it has two numbers (0 and 00) that favor the house. Playing on a single-zero wheel means you pay a lower commission to the casino when you win.
In the game of roulette, after you hand over your money to the dealer, they will exchange it for chips. Unlike other casino games, they will give you chips that are of the same color, and the chips do not display any cash value. The value of the chips usually matches the minimum bet at the table. Therefore, you need to be able to determine the value of each chip yourself. Roulette is an exciting game, and all the other players at the table will have chips of different colors, quickly filling the table. Casinos typically assign their best dealers to handle this game because they need to calculate various combinations based on the colorful chips on the table.
The casino house edge for European roulette is approximately 2.7%. This means that for every 100 units you bet, you will lose about 2.7 units. In terms of table games, roulette is better than some but not as favorable as games like baccarat. In some games, bets can be good or bad, but in roulette, it's different. Whether you bet on red or black (with a 1:1 payout) or a single number (with a 35:1 payout), the casino's edge remains the same.
**Strategy**
Most players like to develop a strategy when playing any game, and this is a good idea. With a strategy, you stay focused, and if luck is on your side, you can win money. Like most table games, bankroll management is crucial, and you should increase your bets with winnings and be cautious when losing or starting a new gaming session.
Some players prefer 1:1 bets, while others like to choose multiple favorite numbers and cover the table with chips. Another commonly used method is to bet on a section of the wheel. For example, you might like to bet on the "Voisins" section, which includes numbers 22, 18, 29, 7, 28, 12, 35, 3, 26, 0, 32, 15, 19, 4, 21, 2, and 25. This section covers 37 numbers around the wheel, which is close to half of the wheel. You can also bet on the opposite side, known as the "Tier" section, which includes numbers 27, 13, 36, 11, 30, 8, 23, 10, 5, 24, 16, and 33. This adds excitement to the game because when the roulette wheel spins quickly, it's challenging for players to see the numbers. The only number you can see is the green zero on the wheel. When the ball lands in the section you bet on, you can cheer. By the way, "Voisins" in French means "neighbors" because these numbers are close to zero. "Tier" in French means "third" because this section covers one-third of the wheel. |
|