Roulette originated in 18th-century France, with its design and gameplay influenced by earlier games such as the Italian game "Biribi" and a wheel developed by French mathematician Blaise Pascal during his quest for a perpetual motion machine. The modern version of Roulette, with a numbered wheel and betting layout, emerged in French casinos and quickly spread across Europe. By the 19th century, it became a staple of casino gaming worldwide, with its iconic red, black, and green wheel gaining popularity in both European and American gambling venues.