49 Gold Rush

Introduction

49 Gold Rush is an engaging game inspired by the classic 6/49 lottery format. Beyond the typical wager of selecting six numbers, numerous additional side bets make this game particularly interesting, hence the necessity of this dedicated page. A new round starts every 49 seconds.

You can enjoy playing 49 Gold Rush at various online casinos that offer Gluck Games software.

Rules

This game utilizes 49 numbered balls ranging from 1 to 49. There are six different types of betting categories available, and all winnings are calculated on a 'for one' basis.

1. Lotto — This represents the conventional method for participating in the lottery or keno. Players choose their preferred numbers, hoping to match those drawn. In 49 Gold Rush, you need to select exactly six numbers. Here’s how the payout structure looks:
   • 6 — Pays 100000
   • 5 — Pays 1200
   • 4 — Pays 60
   • 3 — Pays 12
   • 2 — Pays 1.5
   • 1 — Pays 0.5
2. Color Wars — These bets hinge on the colors of the drawn balls. While the British spelling includes a 'u', this American prefers the simpler version. The color distribution consists of 16 reds, 16 oranges, 16 blues, and one yellow. The betting options are detailed below, followed by their respective payouts.
   • Red dominates — Achieving four or more red balls yields a payout of 11.1.
   • Orange dominates — Achieving four or more orange balls results in a payout of 11.1.
   • Purple dominates — A bet on four or more purple balls also pays 11.1.
   • No reds — Pays 11.25
   • No oranges — Pays 11.25
   • No purples — Pays 11.25
   • No dominant color — Pays 1.22
3. Sum Range — This category features bets based on the total value of the six drawn balls. The betting options include:
   • Over 160 — Pays 2.39
   • Total 120 to 159 — Pays 2.16
   • Total 64 to 119 — Pays 5.12
   • Under 160 — Pays 270
4. Odd Even — Here, bets are centered around whether the individual balls and the overall sum end up being odd or even. The options available in this category are:
   • Even sum — Pays 1.86
   • Odd sum — Pays 1.85
   • All even balls — Pays 89.35
   • All odd balls — Pays 67.91
5. Lucky 49 — This category includes two types of bets that hinge on whether the ball number 49 will be selected. Here are the options available:
   • 49 will be drawn — Pays 4.5
   • Exact position of 49 (1st to 6th) — Pays 42.14
6. 1st vs. 6th — These bets revolve around whether the first drawn ball will be higher or lower than the sixth ball, and whether the entire set of six balls is arranged in ascending or descending order. Here are the betting options in this category:
   • 1st lower than 6th — Pays 1.86
   • 1st higher than 6th — Pays 1.86
   • Ascending order — Pays 576
   • Descending order — Pays 576

Lotto Analysis

The following table outlines my evaluation of the Lotto bet, which indicates a return rate of 73.47% in the lower right cell.

Color Wars Analysis

The table that follows presents my comprehensive analysis of all the Color Wars bets. Out of a total of 13,983,816 possible winning combinations, for a color to be considered 'dominant', at least four balls of that color must be drawn. Interestingly, the best bet in this category is to choose no dominant color, offering a return of 92.87%.

Sum Range Analysis

The subsequent table illustrates my examination of all Sum Range bets. From the same pool of 13,983,816 potential winning combinations, the best bet in this category falls within a total range of 120 to 159, boasting a return of 92.99%.

Odd/Even Analysis

The table below shows my assessment of all Odd/Even bets available. As with previous analyses, there are 13,983,816 possible winning combinations. Notably, the optimal bet here is for an even total, also achieving a return of 92.99%.

Lucky 49

The following table analyzes all Lucky 49 bets, with 10,068,347,520 possible permutations that could yield a win. The reason for using permutations instead of combinations is that the order of the balls can be significant. The most favorable bet in this scenario is having a 49 in any specified position, which offers a return of 86.00%. It's puzzling why the payout is so relatively low for a winning 49 in any position, with only a 55.10% return.

1st vs. 6th

In the following table, I evaluate all 1st vs. 6th bets, with 10,068,347,520 possible permutations resulting in a win. Again, the use of permutations underscores the importance of order. The most advantageous bet here is for the first ball to be either lower or higher than the sixth ball, with a generous return of 93.00%.

Strategy

If you decide to place a bet, the most lucrative option is wagering on the first ball being higher or lower than the sixth, which offers a return of 93.00%. For a broader selection of bets, it's best to steer clear of wagering on the number 49 being drawn in any position, as it only yields a disappointing return of 55.10% (which can sting!).

Internal Links

Lottery Sums — This represents the likelihood of obtaining any specified total from the six balls drawn in a 6/49 lottery setup.

Written by: Michael Shackleford