Roulette Betting Types

[David1977]

I must admit that I once did not know how to play roulette at all. But then I learned and discovered the different types of betting - inside and outside and how people bet on numbers or colours - or even superstitions. And I must say, I usually bet on even numbers and on the colour red just because I think it's lucky for me. But anyway, it is still such a great time and game to play. Any roulette stories you guys have?

 

[Triple B]

Speaking about roulette, I'd like to point out that many players believe that some things that regularly happen on roulette shouldn't happen. For example, there's a common misconception that the ball should land on the same amount of red and black numbers. While this is true from the longer perspective, it certainly isn't true in a short period of time.

People generally believe that when there are 3 black numbers in a row, the next one must be red and if not, then the next one is 100% red. That's not how roulette works. There can be 8 black numbers in a row and that case isn't even that rare. Just play for a couple of hours and it's gonna happen to you.

There's also a misconception that when the ball landed on a certain number let's say 2x during last 5 spins, then it shouldn't land on it in the near future. The truth is that the chances are the same every single spin. The chances don't change, they don't look into the history.

I'd say many players get addicted to roulette simply because they don't understand the mathematics behind the game.

 

[hardygwapo1030]

Another interesting roulette story is the "Monte Carlo Fallacy," also known as the "Gambler's Fallacy." In 1913, at the Monte Carlo Casino, the roulette ball landed on black a record-breaking 26 times in a row. Gamblers, convinced that the odds of red coming up next were now higher, lost millions of francs by placing bets on red. However, in reality, each spin of the roulette wheel is an independent event, and the outcome of previous spins has no bearing on the next spin. This story illustrates the importance of understanding probability and not falling victim to common gambling fallacies.

Many people also have their own personal superstitions when playing roulette. Some players believe in lucky numbers, such as birthdays or anniversaries, and place their bets accordingly. Others have specific rituals or routines, like blowing on the dice or rubbing the roulette chips for good luck. While these superstitions may not have any scientific basis, they add to the colorful and exciting atmosphere of the roulette table.

Roulette is indeed a thrilling and iconic casino game with its unique blend of strategy, chance, and superstition. Whether you play for fun or with a serious strategy, it's always important to gamble responsibly and within your means.