Roulette might seem like one of the simplest and most accessible casino games around – you’d certainly be forgiven for thinking that’s the case! However, there are in fact more than a few different misconceptions and myths about this classic table game that are worth clearing up.
Roulette is one of the most popular casino games on the planet. It’s highly likely that you’ve seen the game played before, even if you haven’t yet given it a try here at Tonybet. That said, it’s good to know exactly what to expect before you get started, which is why we’re here to dispel any potentially harmful roulette myths.
So, let’s dive in with some popular misconceptions and the actual truth you need to know. Don’t start placing bets until you’ve finished reading this guide!
Myth 1: Roulette Betting Systems Are Guaranteed to Work
Lots of people use betting systems when they play roulette, whether online or offline. However, the bottom line is that there’s no guaranteed way to win the game, regardless of how you play it.
Popular roulette betting systems include the Paroli and the Fibonacci – both of which players use to try to improve their chances of winning based on mathematics. Yes – the game certainly uses a lot of numbers, but the random nature of the game means that there’s not much point relying on these strategies!
Tonybet’s roulette games, for instance, use random number generation (RNG), which means that the outcome of each spin is never mathematically solvable in advance. Betting systems give the impression that you can chase wins and losses and come up trumps – but that’s never the case.
The best betting system you can use in roulette is to simply care for your bankroll. Set clear limits on how much money you can feasibly afford for the game before you play, and reach out to our team if you’d like us to set any barriers.
Some roulette betting strategies might suggest that they can help your bankroll travel that bit further, but again, don’t put any stock in these promises. The only way that you’re going to manage your money healthily is to simply track your spending and walk away at intervals you set for yourself.
Myth 2: Roulette Strategies Are Pointless
The above statement makes it sound as though roulette strategies are not worth following, or that none of them work in practice. This really isn’t the case though!
For example, roulette strategies where you measure your bankroll carefully and decide which bets to place are all completely valid. There’s just no guarantee that any of them will bring you wins.
I actually encourage you to have a strategy of your own in place so that you can help your money travel that little bit further. As mentioned, Tonybet offers responsible gambling tools you can use to back out of roulette games whenever you reach a certain threshold.
Personally, I set myself upper and lower limits. For example, I decide how much to walk away at in terms of losses and wins. This stops me drifting into the mindset where I’m chasing wins or trying to recoup losses.
It’s easier said than done. However, setting your own roulette strategies is actually very healthy. What’s not healthy is buying wholesale into a pre-existing system and believing that it will guarantee you easy wins. Unfortunately, this is never going to be the case.
If you’re unsure where to get started with a roulette strategy, start with a small deposit and stop playing roulette when you lose or win a specific amount. In time, you might even build your own patterns you like to follow. Provided that you know there are no guarantees attached, feel free to play roulette your way!
Myth 3: Black or Red are ‘Due’
The idea that you’re due a win or are due to recoup a loss is a popular myth. As mentioned, roulette is completely random – meaning that there really is no pre-ordained condition where you’re going to make a certain amount of money or claw your way back to a fuller bankroll.
One of the most infamous roulette myths is that if there has been a long run of black wins, then a red win will be due – or vice versa. Or, there might have been eight odd number wins in a row, meaning that an even win must be due.
Here’s the bottom line: there really isn’t! The random nature of roulette means that there are no mathematical patterns. Just because red numbers have been called 15-20 times in a row doesn’t mean that a black number is due.
The probability – 50/50 – stays the same on every spin. It never changes. There are no hidden elements in play – just a completely random chance on every spin.
Part of this myth arises from the fact that many of us are hardwired to look for patterns and sequences – when you see a pattern, you like to follow it, or wonder how it might be disrupted!
The fact of the matter in roulette is that, unfortunately, the dealer could call red numbers in a row on an infinite basis, and never have any other black numbers appear! There are statistics to suggest that this is probably rare in itself, but it’s just as unlikely to see a guaranteed change of colour on the next spin. So, stop chasing those patterns!
Myth 4: There Are ‘Hot’ and ‘Cold’ Numbers
This is a similar myth to the above – in that, some players believe that there are always some numbers in roulette that are likely to come up more than others. This, according to such players, can change from game to game, and might even change depending on the game developer!
It’s a myth!
Just because the previous numbers called seem to follow a pattern again doesn’t mean that history is going to repeat itself. There are no mathematical controls or hidden features that would allow this to happen.
Admittedly, there’s a reason why many people like to believe this myth. Many online roulette games show the list of most recent numbers called. Therefore, some players look at these numbers and believe that they have a chance of influencing which way the game is going to go.
To avoid falling into the trap set by this myth, I suggest that you avoid looking at the previous numbers! Just play roulette in the moment, accepting that any numbers could pop up at any moment.
Just because the number ‘18’ has popped up three times in the past two hours doesn’t mean that it’s guaranteed to come around again. Yet again, the probability of you getting a certain number resets on every spin – this goes for live roulette as much as it does for virtual games!
Myth 5: Roulette Is Rigged!
You simply need to apply logic to this myth to understand why it simply doesn’t make sense! Roulette is a casino game that has been around for decades. If there was any chance that it was rigged, there would have been a public outcry – and games would have been banned outright!
Tonybet makes sure to host roulette games that are independently regulated and verified as fair and random. We never introduce games that are unregulated or potentially rigged. We care deeply about the safety of our players – and one of the main ways that we can demonstrate this is by ensuring that our games are legal and above board.
Roulette isn’t rigged for the same reason that it just isn’t possible for certain numbers to appear in patterns. It’s a game of random probability – the dealer doesn’t know what’s coming next, and is in the dark as much as you are!
Be sure to take a look at the different roulette games we have to offer and read more about the regulations that apply to each. Our games are provably legitimate, meaning that even in jackpot roulette games, there’s still a chance of big prizes heading the players’ way.
Roulette isn’t rigged in real casinos either. The wheel that the croupier or dealer spins isn’t fitted with magnets or controlled by an app – it’s just a simple wheel with a ball in it! Don’t worry – you have as much chance of winning at roulette as everyone else.
Summary
For all that, roulette is a simple game on the surface, it has bred a few rumours and myths over the years that really need dispelling. There are no cheat codes for the game, and at the same time, casinos aren’t cheating you out of your money!
Be sure to keep a close eye on your bankroll when you play roulette, and remember, we can help you set limits. In the meantime, explore some of the different live and virtual roulette games available at Tonybet!
