Part I: Games & Gaming · Other Games — Keno, Bingo & More

Big Six Wheel (Wheel of Fortune / Money Wheel / Big Wheel)

Other Table Games

A large vertical spinning wheel game in which players bet on which segment the wheel will stop on. The wheel is divided into equal segments separated by pins or spokes, with each segment displaying a number, symbol, or monetary value. The dealer spins the wheel, and a flexible pointer (clapper) indicates the winning segment when the wheel comes to rest. The standard Big Six wheel features $1, $2, $5, $10, $20, Joker, and Logo segments, with payouts corresponding to the denomination (the $1 segment pays 1:1, the $20 pays 20:1, etc.). The Joker and Logo segments typically pay 40:1 or 45:1. The house edge on Big Six ranges from approximately 11.11% to 24.07% depending on the segment, making it one of the highest house-edge games in the casino.

In practice

Big Six is sometimes classified as a “carnival game” due to its high house edge and entertainment-focused nature. It is often the first game dealt by new dealers because of its simplicity. In Asia-Pacific markets, Big Six is less common than in North American casinos. Some modern variations incorporate bonus wheels or progressive jackpots.

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