RTP is a long-run average, not a promise for tonight. At 96% RTP, the house...

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RTP is a long-run average, not a promise for tonight. At 96% RTP, the house edge is 4%: over time, that’s the game’s average margin, not a guaranteed loss on each bet. Volatility shapes swings; a short session can land far above or below the average.