Roulette is a classic casino game that combines both chance and strategy. The game is played on a wheel with numbered pockets, ranging from 1 to 36, and typically includes a single zero (0) on European wheels or both a single zero (0) and a double zero (00) on American wheels. Here's a quick rundown of how it works:
1. **Placing Bets**: Players place their bets on the roulette table, which corresponds to the numbers on the wheel. Bets can be placed on individual numbers, groups of numbers, colors (red or black), odd or even numbers, and more.
2. **Spinning the Wheel**: Once all bets are placed, the dealer spins the roulette wheel in one direction and rolls a small ball in the opposite direction.
3. **Winning Number**: The ball eventually loses momentum and lands in one of the numbered pockets on the wheel. The dealer announces the winning number and color.
4. **Payouts**: Players who placed bets on the winning number or color receive payouts according to the odds of their bets. For example, a straight-up bet on a single number typically pays 35 to 1.
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