In the long run, the casino always has an advantage over the player. Can this advantage be quantified? RTP, or return to player, helps us understand this.
RTP
RTP can be found directly in the information after launching the game – here as an example, the slot game Sugar Rush at 20BET online casino
The abbreviation RTP is a very important indicator that all gamblers should know. Unlike sports betting, where a bettor can be profitable in the long run based on their analytical skills and abilities, all casino games are programmed to be profitable for the casino. How much the house earns from a player on average can also be estimated using RTP.
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RTP = payout ratio / return to player
The abbreviation RTP comes from the English term “Return to Player” and it is a percentage expression of the return of deposits to players. RTP should be taken as a theoretical indicator that corresponds to long-term statistics (millions+ spins), e.g., a slot with a 97% return will return only €97 for every €100 wagered in the long run. However, this does not mean that your gaming session will end exactly according to this. Sometimes you win something, sometimes you lose something. Sometimes a casino takes from someone, sometimes it pays out something, this is common. In the long run, with an infinite number of spins, the casino will only pay out 97% of the money collected on such a slot. Just for interest – RTP in French roulette (with one zero), one of the most popular gambling games, is approximately 97.3%. On average, therefore, out of every €4,000 wagered, you will get back €3,895. Such is the simple and relentless mathematics of gambling games.
Where to find the RTP of a slot machine?
The fastest way is to visit our Slot Machines section, where we review popular game titles for you, and you will find this information there. Given the huge number of slot machines and the fact that new ones are constantly being created, we only have reviews of those we consider the most popular. However, objectively, this is just a drop in the ocean, so we will direct you to other ways. The RTP information for the game you want to play should be found in every online casino where this game is available. You can look in the game plan, or directly in the slot machine information on the game screen after launching it (this section is usually marked with an information symbol or a question mark). Another option is to visit the developer’s studio website, which created the slot and find the necessary information there.
Popular games with high RTP
An average return rate of 95 – 97% is considered for online slot machines. Of course, the lower the RTP, the less advantageous this slot is in the long run. According to Czech legislation, the RTP of slot machines must be in the range of 75 to 100%. Besides RTP, volatility is also important in terms of payout. While low-volatility games pay out more frequently but the winnings are smaller, with high-volatility games, it is the other way around. Again, it is necessary to look at it from the perspective of a long-term average.
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Mega Joker | RTP 85.28 – 99.00% | Play |
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Respin Joker | RTP 88.19 – 98.02% | Play |
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Multiplay 81 | RTP up to 97.00% | Play |
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Hunter’s Dream 2 | RTP up to 97.00% | Play |
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Big Bass Bonanza | RTP 97.51% | Play |
Frequently Asked Questions
1️⃣ Can the RTP of a slot machine be calculated?
Yes, but it is necessary to know the number of all possible combinations, the number of winning combinations, and the winnings that the individual combinations pay out. Then you can use this formula: (winning combinations × possible payout) / number of all combinations.2️⃣ What can be considered a good RTP?
In general, all casino games bring money to the casino in the long run. RTP is logically less than 100%. Therefore, you have to take into account that in the long run, the casino has an advantage over you. For slots, RTP values above 97% are considered high.
Kristyna Baranova
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