Why You Should Never Play American Roulette

Roulette is one of the most iconic and visually thrilling games available on any casino floor.


Knowing which wheel to choose is the single most important decision a roulette player will ever make.

The Green Zero: The House's Secret Weapon

A standard European wheel contains only one green slot (the 0), giving the house its mathematical advantage.


Conversely, the American layout adds an extra green slot—the double zero—significantly altering the math of the game.

The single zero is the only reason the casino makes a profit on Red/Black or Odd/Even wagersAdding a second zero effectively doubles the speed at which you will statistically lose your bankrollThe visual layout of the numbers on the wheel itself is also completely different between the two versions
Advanced European Roulette Rules

In addition to the better wheel layout, some European (often called French) tables offer incredibly favorable special rules.


These rules effectively cut the house edge in half again, dropping it to a phenomenally low 1.35% on outside bets.

Game TypeSpecial Rules?House Edge (Even-Money Bets)Standard EuropeanNo2.70%French (La Partage)Yes (Half-back on Zero)1.35%

By simply choosing the European wheel, you instantly double your expected mathematical longevity at the casino.