The 6 Craziest Superstitions of Casino Players
Casino players are fascinating creatures, where luck mixes with rituals and beliefs that are sometimes as strange as the jackpot that always slips away by an inch. If you think that a good stroke of luck depends solely on pure chance, think again. For players, superstitions are just as important as strategies.
Here are six that are sure to surprise you!
The Barefoot Luck
Some people like to feel "connected to the earth," but in the casino world, this philosophy goes a little further: playing barefoot. The idea? Taking off your shoes to allow energy to circulate better in your body. Yes, you read that right—energy flows better without socks. In short, to attract luck, it's better to place your toes directly on the casino floor. A true mystical connection... or simply the desire to relax after a long day of wins (or losses).
- Credibility: 2/10
We've all dreamed of it, but let's say that going barefoot in a casino is mostly a matter of personal comfort, not real luck.
The Lucky Number
Ah, the number 7... The legend of the "lucky number"! All players know that seven is a magical number. At roulette, in card games, there’s always that guy who insists on betting on this number. Why? Because it's the "sacred number" that attracts fortune. If you think there's a hidden secret behind it, you're not alone. But, spoiler alert: just because you bet on a lucky number doesn't mean you're going to win... unless you have a good feeling, of course.
- Credibility: 4/10
Seven is legendary, but it doesn't have magical powers. Unfortunately, it's not going to bring you the millions.
Lucky Charms
Some casino players never leave without their "lucky charm": a coin, a gemstone, a feather, or even a cute keychain. "As long as this object is here, luck will be with me," they say, as if a silver coin could really change the laws of probability. But hey, if it helps them focus and feel lucky, why not? After all, luck is also in the mind.
- Credibility: 3/10
Objects probably have more sentimental value than real power, but if it gets the job done, we won’t touch it!
The Broken Mirror Superstition
A broken mirror, in popular culture, is seven years of bad luck. In a casino, it’s probably the worst thing that can happen. Some players go out of their way to avoid passing by a broken mirror, convinced that it will bring them bad luck. "Oh no, I just saw a cracked mirror near the roulette, this is the end for me!" Well, it could be true, or not. But it's probably more about a "fear of the unknown" than any real negative consequences.
- Credibility: 2/10
Superstitions about broken mirrors are very popular, but they aren’t scientifically proven. Let’s say you're more likely to encounter a black cat under a ladder.
Changing Chairs or Machines
A slot machine that doesn’t bring you luck? The only remedy: change the machine! Yes, some players believe that bad vibes stick to the chair or machine. So, after a series of losses, they just move to another chair or slot to "find" luck again. It's kind of like moving house for a "fresh start." New machine, new life! Is it really effective? It seems to help more with morale than finances.
- Credibility: 3/10
Changing machines probably won’t change your odds, but it might help you relax before diving back into the jackpot hunt.
Playing During a Full Moon
Astrology, one of the greatest sources of superstition. Some players think the full moon is their ally in the quest for the big win. "It’s a lucky time, everything will align for me," they think. Whether the moon is full, waning, or tiny, the key is to believe. Maybe the full moon's gravity affects the dice, who knows? Or maybe we’re just talking about the placebo effect, but for some, there’s nothing more mystical than that lunar light.
- Credibility: 1/10
The moon phases have no proven influence on casino games, but they can add a bit of magic to the evening, so why not?
And there you have it, six more or less bizarre superstitions that float around the casino air. Whether you believe in these practices or not, they remain an essential part of casino player folklore. After all, as long as it doesn’t hurt your wallet, why not dream a little?
