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Roulette is universally recognized as one of the most iconic and popular games in casino history.
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Choosing the wrong version of roulette is the most common and costly mistake new players make.
+The Difference is in the Zeros +
A European roulette wheel features 37 pockets in total: the numbers 1 through 36, plus a single zero (0).
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The addition of the 00 pocket effectively doubles the [casino](http://ossosu.com/author/pablovancouver/)'s built-in mathematical advantage over the player.
+European wheel has 37 total pocketsAmerican wheel has 38 total pocketsBoth versions pay 35 to 1 on a single number bet +The Mathematics of the Two Wheels +
Because the European wheel has only one zero, the house edge is a very reasonable 2.70%.
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There is absolutely no mathematical justification for ever choosing to play American roulette if European is available.
+The En Prison and La Partage Rules +
The "En Prison" rule "imprisons" your bet for the next spin if the zero hits, giving you a second chance.
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American roulette essentially never offers these rules, further cementing its status as the inferior option.
+GameWheel NumbersEdge with La PartageFrench371.35%American38N/A +
Online casinos almost always offer both, so be vigilant and always click on the European wheel.
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