03 Aug 2026
Roulette · Strategy guide
Roulette is easy to learn and exciting to watch, but the bet you choose and the wheel you play make a real difference. This guide from DBB66 Malaysia explains every bet, the true odds, popular systems and practical tips for live roulette.
Key takeaways
A dealer spins a wheel in one direction and a ball in the other. When the ball lands in a numbered pocket, bets on that number or group win. European wheels have 37 pockets (0–36); American wheels have 38 (0, 00 and 1–36). The extra double zero nearly doubles the house edge, so always choose European tables when you can.
| Bet | Covers | Payout |
|---|---|---|
| Straight up | 1 number | 35:1 |
| Split | 2 numbers | 17:1 |
| Street | 3 numbers | 11:1 |
| Corner | 4 numbers | 8:1 |
| Six line | 6 numbers | 5:1 |
| Bet | Covers | Payout |
|---|---|---|
| Red / Black | 18 numbers | 1:1 |
| Odd / Even | 18 numbers | 1:1 |
| 1–18 / 19–36 | 18 numbers | 1:1 |
| Dozens | 12 numbers | 2:1 |
| Columns | 12 numbers | 2:1 |
The zero is not red or black, odd or even, which is why outside bets lose when it appears.
| Version | Zeros | House edge | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| European | 0 | 2.70% | Best common choice |
| French | 0 | 1.35% on even-money bets with La Partage | Half back on zero for even-money bets |
| American | 0, 00 | 5.26% | Avoid when possible |
Remember: every bet on a European wheel has the same 2.7% house edge. You are choosing how your results swing, not improving the long-term return.
| System | How it works | Problem |
|---|---|---|
| Martingale | Double after each loss on even-money bets | Long losing streaks hit table limits and wipe out the bankroll |
| Reverse Martingale (Paroli) | Double after each win, reset after 3 wins | Limits losses but does not change the edge |
| D’Alembert | Add one unit after a loss, remove one after a win | Slower, but still loses over time |
| Fibonacci | Follow the Fibonacci sequence after losses | Stakes grow fast during streaks |
| James Bond | Spread bets across high numbers, six line and zero | Covers many numbers but has the same edge |
Systems can make sessions feel organised, but none changes the maths. Read betting systems explained for details.
| Live roulette | RNG roulette | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheel | Real wheel, real dealer | Software |
| Speed | Slower | Fast |
| Atmosphere | Social | Solo |
| Best for | Real casino feel | Practice and quick play |
Live tables are available from Evolution, Playtech Live and Pragmatic Play Live in our live casino.
Bottom line: play European roulette, choose bets based on how much risk you enjoy and keep stakes flat.
Play European roulette, use outside bets for frequent wins and keep your stakes flat with a set budget.
French roulette with La Partage on even-money bets (1.35%), then European roulette (2.7%). American roulette is worst at 5.26%.
No. Long losing streaks and table limits make it fail over time.
A straight-up bet on one number pays 35:1, or more on lightning numbers in Lightning Roulette.
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