Live Roulette

Whenever you visit an online casino, you’ll see a live online casino section. This is a separate category in the casino because all the games you can find here are played via a live connection. One of the most common games in live casino is live roulette. This should not be a big surprise; it is part of the standard offering of a land-based casino.

Of course, there are also digital versions of roulette to play, but these do not have the ambiance you normally find in the casino. Now, you play live roulette alone, but seeing the croupier live on screen and hearing the person as well gives you the illusion of really being in the casino. In short, playing live roulette is the closest thing to a roulette game you normally play in the casino.

Of course, the basis of live roulette lies in the technology applied to it, and because it is virtual, that lets developers get more creative with the basics. For instance, in the live casino you often have different variants of the game, giving you more choice. But let’s start at the basics and that is: how does live roulette work?

Live roulette is played exactly the same as roulette in general except for 1 crucial difference. The game is played simultaneously while you bet, just like in a land-based casino. Therefore, nothing can be pre-arranged either since the procedure and outcome can be followed live in the game. Roulette Live is gaining popularity due to the fact that you sit and watch a fine dealer and know instantly what you win.

Connecting

In the live casino segment of the online casino, you will often find a heading ‘live roulette’ and below that you will find one or more games in the same category. Make a choice and the connection is made.

Although, you must of course have an active account at the casino. After making a connection, you will be shown the roulette table via video where the croupier will be ready to guide the game in the right direction.

How do you play live roulette?

The croupier will make sure the game is played in the usual way and while playing you will have to follow the instructions. Just like in a real casino. However, the big difference is that now you cannot physically bet on the table. Therefore, you will be presented with various options via the interface.

Through these onscreen options, you can bet money on a number, multiple numbers or a colour. Your choice is saved and the game can begin. Once all the participants – whom you cannot see, by the way – have placed their bets, the croupier will spin the wheel.

If you guessed correctly, the money you won will be added to your player account immediately. You can then decide to stop or make another bet. With live roulette, you are not tied to a fixed playing time or attendance. If you have some time to kill, participating as a snack is fine. You can also join for longer, it’s just what you want.

Live Roulette | Dealers

Most online casinos employ lovely croupiers to operate the roulette wheel. These women will spin the wheel, enumerate the winning number and move elegantly on the screen. This looks more fun than in real life or in a regular roulette game.

Communicating with the croupier

Still, it is of course nice to have some form of contact. To avoid everyone mixing up in the lobby, the audio is one-way. This means that you will hear the croupier speaking, where he/she will tell you when you can place bets, when the wheel will spin and more. However, it is not possible to talk to the croupier, but you can reach him or her, usually via a chat function.

The live roulette games feature a live chat function, allowing you to have a cosy chat with fellow players if necessary. You can also submit questions to the croupier via this chat, which are presented in the studio.

This way, you indirectly have a way to communicate, as appropriate, with the game moderator. This can be done on any conceivable modern platform, because for live roulette all you need is a screen and an internet connection.

Tips

Before you start playing, it is wise to consider how much money you are going to spend and how long you want to play. With Live versions, it is always difficult to stop because there is always a new round. So keep this in mind, especially if you win! For the rest, decide which live table you will play at. This could be down to the lady, your feelings or other criteria.

Frequently Asked Questions about Live Roulette

Where can you play online roulette?

Online roulette you can play at just about any online casino. The number of tables and also the types depend on the game providers the online casino works with.
Can you bet on red and black at the same time?

That is possible. The question is whether this is smart. After all, you always lose one of the two bets. You can, however, bet on two numbers of different colours. Should you win, the win factor of 36 is probably enough to cover your loss on the other number.
How do you play Roulette online?

Playing online Roulette is very similar to playing real roulette in your local casino. Roulette rules differ from game to game so the easiest way of finding out how to play roulette is to use the handy “Help” icon in each roulette game to read about the various types of bets allowed and how to place your bets. All of our Roulette games offer a Free Play option allowing you to get to grips with how to play roulette before starting to play roulette for real money.
How many people can you play online roulette with?

As opposed to roulette in an old-fashioned casino, you can basically play online roulette with numerous people at the same time. No need to crowd around a real table, everyone can easily place their bets digitally.
What are the best payouts for online roulette?

That depends on the game rules of roulette variant you play. The European variant (and French in particular) have better payouts than the American variant (double zero).

The biggest profits are earned when you bet on a single number (36x). However, the question is whether this is a sensible roulette strategy.

Try to play for risk minimisation rather than profit maximisation.
What is the roulette ‘house edge’?

The roulette ‘house edge’ is simply the advantage the casino (the house) has over you, the player. Because there is an extra 0 (or even an extra 00 in American roulette) in addition to the 36 standard numbers, you are at a slight disadvantage when betting on red/black or even/even. That house edge also applies to bets with smaller odds of higher winnings. As we showed earlier, in European roulette the house edge is 2.7%, while in American roulette it is 5.26% due to the extra 00 box.
What are the table limits in online roulette?

This varies from casino to casino and table to table. You can often join tables with VIP status where higher stakes are allowed. However, there are limits so that the casino cannot be drained. This means that, for example, the Martingale strategy also has its limits (if not its own budget). You can’t double down infinitely.
Is Russian roulette a casino game?

Although it may sound like it, Russian roulette is definitely not a casino game. This ‘game’ is more likely to be found in violent movies, because in Russian roulette, a group of people have a revolver with one bullet and take turns pulling the trigger with the gun to the head. So Russian roulette always has one loser who – neatly put – is unable to play anything ever again.
How does the neighbour game work in roulette?

The neighbour game is an additional element, also called the race track, outside the normal roulette table. The neighbour game applies to bets on single numbers. The ‘neighbour’ numbers of your bet on the neighbour game count for winnings, but are only moved to the normal gaming area after a winning spin.
What is the best strategy to use in online roulette?

Most people play online roulette for fun, for example with some lucky numbers or for very low stakes each time.

Because Roulette is a memoryless game of chance, no matter what roulette strategy you employ the mathematical probability of winning cannot be changed. Winnings from roulette systems and strategies are always going to be governed by the house edge and due to the random nature of the game, employing a roulette strategy will give the same odds of winning as not employing that strategy.

For serious players, there are a number of strategies you can use to maximise your winnings or minimise your losses. The best-known strategy is called Martingale and involves betting on red or black every time and if you don’t win, you double your next bet.

There are also about 10 other roulette strategies you can stick to to get the most out of your game.
Can I just Play Roulette for Fun?

All of our roulette games have a “Free Play” option allowing you to play the games completely for free without risking a penny of your own money. Once you’re up to speed with how to play the game you can choose to play for real money at any time.