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Casino Game RTP & House Edge

Typical return-to-player (RTP), house edge and volatility for the main casino games, best odds first. Sort the table to compare. Figures are standard optimal-play values — real RTP varies by the specific game and rules.

Game	RTP ↕	House edge ↕	Volatility
Video Poker (Jacks or Better, optimal)	99.54%	0.46%	Low
Blackjack (basic strategy)	99.50%	0.50%	Low
Baccarat (banker bet)	98.94%	1.06%	Low
Craps (pass / come, no odds)	98.59%	1.41%	Low-Medium
Casino Hold’em	97.84%	2.16%	Medium
Roulette (European, single zero)	97.30%	2.70%	Medium
Three Card Poker (ante/play)	96.63%	3.37%	Medium
Online Slots (typical average)	96.00%	4.00%	Varies
Roulette (American, double zero)	94.74%	5.26%	Medium
Keno (typical)	80.00%	20.00%	High

Standard optimal-play figures for reference; actual RTP depends on the game build, rules and operator. 18+ · Play responsibly · RG tools.

Every casino game has a built-in mathematical edge for the house — but it varies enormously. Blackjack with basic strategy returns about 99.5% of what you wager over time; a typical slot returns ~96%; American roulette just 94.74%. Knowing the RTP and house edge helps you pick games that stretch your bankroll further.

RTP vs house edge

They are two sides of the same coin: house edge = 100% − RTP. A 97.3% RTP (European roulette) means a 2.7% house edge. Volatility is separate — it describes how swingy results are, not the long-run return. For the fairest games, favour a low house edge and check the specific rules in play.

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Frequently asked questions

What is RTP?

RTP (Return to Player) is the percentage of all wagered money a game pays back to players over the long run. A 96% RTP slot returns £96 for every £100 wagered on average — the other £4 is the house edge. RTP is a long-run statistical average, not a guarantee for any session.

What is the house edge?

The house edge is the casino’s built-in mathematical advantage: 100% minus the RTP. A game with 99.5% RTP has a 0.5% house edge; a 94.74% game (American roulette) has a 5.26% edge. Lower house edge = better odds for the player.

Which casino games have the best odds?

Blackjack with basic strategy (~0.5% house edge) and optimal Jacks-or-Better video poker (~0.46%) have the lowest house edge, followed by banker-bet baccarat (1.06%) and European roulette (2.7%). Slots and keno typically have the highest house edge.

Do these RTP figures apply to every casino?

They are standard optimal-play values. Real RTP varies by the specific game build, the rules in play (e.g. single- vs double-zero roulette, blackjack rule variants) and sometimes the operator’s configuration. Always check the game’s own paytable/info screen.

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