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While Roulette is often considered to be a single game, there are in fact two distinct variations of the game that you can find in different parts of the world. European and American Roulette share several similarities, however, their differences are distinct enough to classify them as separate versions of the game.

What is European Roulette?

European Roulette is an extremely popular casino game that offers players exciting odds on winning numbers. It should be known that Roulette, whilst very popular and entertaining, is not one of the best returning games available. The rules are simple and the gameplay comfortable, but for those who are looking for a deep game that requires a lot of time and patience, Roulette may not be the game for you.

The object of European Roulette is to select which number or colour the roulette ball will land on. The roulette table is numbered to match the slots in the roulette wheel. Numbers 1 to 36, as well as a single 0 slot can be wagered on. There are also several grouping bets that can be made; these include all red or black numbers, 1-18, or 19-36, any column of numbers, and many more.

European Roulette has a house edge of 2.7%

Winning on European Roulette is extremely exciting, and can be a lucrative business if you select the correct number. European Roulette has a house edge of 2.7%

How to play European Roulette

A game of European Roulette begins with a round of betting. You have a plethora of choices regarding which wager to make, and you may place more than one bet.

Bet	Payout
Red	1 to 1
Black	1 to 1
Odd	1 to 1
Even	1 to 1
1 to 18	1 to 1
19 to 36	1 to 1
1 to 12	2 to 1
13 to 24	2 to 1
25 to 36	2 to 1
6 number combination	5 to 1
4 number combination	8 to 1
3 number combination	11 to 1
2 number combination	17 to 1
1 number	35 to 1

As you can see, the more numbers wagered on, the lower the payout. At the opposite end of the spectrum, a single number wager, selected correctly, will earn you 35 times your initial bet.

Once a wager has been made, clicking the spin button will cause the white roulette ball to enter the wheel. The ball will spin in a clockwise direction, opposite to the roulette wheel's spinning cycle. The ball will then drop into a slot, and, depending on the number, you may be eligible for a winning payout.

Unlike American Roulette, European Rules also features an incentive called en prison. This rule comes into play on any even money (or group) bets, such as red, black, odd, even, etc. If the roulette ball lands in the 0 slot, you are offered half of your wager back, or imprisonment; selecting imprisonment will risk your wager for a second time, but if you win on the next spin, you will be released and receive your wager back without winnings.

The game is as simple as that. There is no start or finish to a game of European Roulette. You can play one game, or one hundred; it's entirely up to you. The swiftness of each round and the game's simplicity makes it an extremely popular title both at casinos and online.

If you are interested in learning the rules of American Roulette as well, take a look at our page dedicated entirely to American Roulette. Otherwise, it's time to hit the tables and start winning big!