During late 18th century Roulette wheel became very popular when Prince Charles (ruler of Monaco at time introduced gambling to Monacco as a way of alleviating financial problems of region.

However, modern version of Roulette wheel did not appear until 1842 when Frenchmen Francois and Louis Blanc invented single "0" roulette game. The game was eventually brought to America in early 1800s.

However, single "0" modification was rejected in America and two zeros "00" where returned to Roulette wheel. The Roulette wheel gained a great deal of popularity in America during California Gold Rush.

There are two types of Roulette Games.

American Roulette Wheel

The American Roulette Wheel contains 38 numbers including 0, 00 and 1 to 36. Having two zeros (0, 00) gives house a 5.26% advantage. In other words, for every $100 a gambler bets, house will make $5.26 in profit.

European Roulette Wheel

The European Roulette Wheel contains 37 numbers including 0 and 1 to 36. Having one zero (0) gives house a 2.70% advantage. In other words, for every $100 a gambler bets, house will make $2.70 in profit.

Other differences between two Roulette Games

Why do people gamble?

Feeling lucky: Whether its buying a lottery ticket, participating in a bingo game or playing slot machine, many people gamble because they are simply feeling lucky. How many times have you taken a chance on something because you had a good feeling about it?

To have fun: It's not always about money, but more about adrenaline rush and thrill and excitement of game. The emotional highs and lows one may experience during a game may sometimes be sufficient enough to keep player addicted to game.

Financial need: Gambling as a means of trying to satisfy a financial need is without a doubt, a very dangerous and unhealthy practice. Gambling should be viewed as a recreational activity and not as a means of making money, especially when considering fact that player can't afford to lose money being gambled with.