What Makes Roulette "The Devil's Game"?

If something is used frequently and becomes well-known, nicknames are likely to develop for it. Roulette is the same. Even though you might already have theories, the reason it is called "The Devil's Game" is actually quite simple. 666, also known as the devil's number, is the sum of all the numbers on the roulette wheel. Try the math on your own if you don't believe us!

One Of The Most Common Bets Is Number 17.

James Bond, 007, was a devoted roulette player in the original Ian Fleming books, and his favorite number was 17.
Coincidence?

It might become one of the most popular bets because of Bond. Or perhaps it's just that being in the middle of the table naturally draws attention to it.

Roulette Numbers Add up to 666

Numerous moniker refer to roulette. "The devil's game" is one of them. This moniker originated from the fact that the sum of all the numbers on a roulette wheel is 666. The bible also mentions 666 as the devil's or the beat's mark.

But there's still another justification for why some people refer to roulette as the devil's game. Pure luck is the basis of roulette. Therefore, when some players consistently lose money playing roulette, they claim the devil must have invented the game.