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Understanding RTP and Why It Matters at an Online Casino
If you’ve spent even a minute playing slots at an online casino, you’ve undoubtedly come across something called RTP, which stands for Return to Player. This is almost always shown as a percentage, and it’s important for you to know exactly what it means. If you value your money and your time, you’d do well to read this quick article that explains what RTP is, breaks down slot volatility and shows how you should consider RTP when playing slots at an online casino.
What Is RTP?
The meaning of RTP is right there in the words themselves—return to player. RTP simply denotes how much of their money, on average, a player can expect returned to them given enough time. The idea of RTP and its meaning has been discussed by industry experts, such as Paygamble author Kevin Flynn, but this article is here to help if you are still having trouble understanding RTP. Take the following for example, a slot with an RTP of 97% means that if you bet $100, on average, you will get $97 back.
Now, that’s not to say that every spin will return less money than you wagered. Remember, this is on average. You can still hit the jackpot and win big, walking away with more than you put in and beating the RTP. Once you know that RTP is measured over ten or even a hundred thousand plays, you’ll realize that short-term play won’t always reflect a game’s RTP. RTP is the reason why the iGaming industry sees stunning revenue year after year, and knowing what it is can help you take a chunk of that back.
Looking at Volatility
While on the topic of RTP, you should also know how to identify slots with high and low volatility. Volatility refers to how often a slot machine pays out. Typically, a slot machine with lots of lines and different ways to win has low volatility. Your chances of winning are bigger, but the payouts are often smaller. On the other hand, slots with higher volatility tend to have fewer reels and fewer lines. You won’t win often, but when you do, the payout will be bigger than on a 5-reel slot with thousands of ways to win.
Considering RTP When Looking at Slots and Other Casino Games
RTP isn’t just found on slots; just about every casino game uses RTP as a metric, and it can often be found directly on the site itself or the site of the software provider. While RTP should be the main thing you consider, don’t forget volatility. A combination of volatility and RTP can give you greater insight into whether or not a game is worth playing.
- Low Volatility High RTP – Slots with multiple reels, progressives, minigames and more ways to win often have a higher RTP since players are winning more often.
- High Volatility Low RTP – You’ll find that traditional slots tend to have higher volatility but a lower RTP since players are winning less often. With fewer lines and reels, there are fewer ways to win.
- The Best Combination – A slot with low volatility and high RTP is ideal, as this means that you will be winning more often and losing less money in the long run compared to alternative games.
Most online casinos don’t have games with an RTP lower than 90%, but not every casino or software provider publishes their RTP statistics. You may want to avoid those casinos and games, as you will have no idea what to expect from the game and what the average return should be. Likewise, you’ll quickly find that the games included in bonuses for free spins tend to have high volatility and low RTP. This can easily change your opinion on what would have otherwise seemed like a great bonus.
House Edge vs. RTP
You may have heard the term ‘house edge‘ at casinos too, but you shouldn’t confuse it with RTP. Whereas RTP is the percentage of money returned to a player on average over time, the house edge is the odds of a game ending in the casino’s favor. When you hear house edge, you should think about games like roulette, blackjack, baccarat and sic bo. These games are all in favor of the house, with blackjack having the smallest advantage, making it a popular game for players.
With perfect strategy, you’ll win about 49.5% of the time on average in blackjack. This edge can vary from online casino to online casino, as the rules may be different. Some casinos add a triple zero to roulette, further increasing the odds of players losing. Always double-check what the house edge is and make sure that it is in line with your expectations.
Wrap Up
In short, understanding RTP is the key to succeeding in a house where the cards are stacked against you. By knowing how much is returned on average and looking at volatility, you can avoid games that are almost scams and keep more money in your wallet. Just remember that RTP is based on an average, so you aren’t technically going to walk away from every session with less money than you put in. There is always the chance that you can get lucky and hit the progressive or line up high-paying symbols. Whichever game you decide to play, do it responsibly and have fun.
EXTENDED PARTNERSHIP WILL BRING BOXING FANS BEHIND THE SCENES OF BLOCKBUSTER BOUTS
- FDJ United & Queensberry Promotions expand their long-term partnership
- The ‘UNIBET Lowdown’ digital series returns for exclusive interviews and insights
- Previous exclusives from Frank Warren, Daniel Dubois, Anthony Yarde & Ryan Garner
- Frank Warren: “UNIBET is the place to be when it comes to digital series for boxing fans everywhere”
- FDJ United, whose brands include UNIBET & 32Red, are Europe’s leading betting and gaming operators
Frank Warren’s Queensberry Promotions and long-term sponsors FDJ United, whose brands include UNIBET and 32Red, are renewing their partnership. The news further cements FDJ United’s commitment to the growth of boxing and will see fight fans go behind the scenes of some of Queensberry’s premium UK fights.
Frank Warren, Founder and Promoter, Queensberry Promotions, said: “We are very happy to be renewing our partnership with UNIBET just before we enter into a sequence of blockbuster fights and shows. I’ve been involved in this sport for many, many years and the way people interact with boxing has changed beyond recognition.
“Here at Queensberry, we are certain this partnership will make sure these developments continue in the right direction, giving boxing fans unique access to the fighters and making them feel closer to the action. UNIBET is the place to be when it comes to digital series for boxing fans everywhere, so we are delighted to continue this collaboration.”
When boxing returns to UK soil for the British & Commonwealth Championship fight between Jack Rafferty and Mark Chamberlain on Saturday 23rd August, UNIBET will help to bring boxing fans closer to the action with the return of their ‘UNIBET Lowdown’ digital series. Kickstarting with an exclusive interview from Josh Taylor, fans will be given a special preview of what is set to be an incredible fight and build further excitement for Fight Week.
The series will bring you along for the build-up to Fight Week, giving you unprecedented access. From specially crafted shows, exclusive interviews, to the final press conference and weigh-in, you will see your favourite boxers like you’ve never seen them before.
Sam Mead, General Manager UK, FDJ United said: “We are absolutely delighted to be continuing our partnership with Queensberry Promotions. Our relationship dates back nearly a decade, to 2016, and has helped to showcase our UNIBET-sponsored content alongside some of the most iconic nights in boxing history. Along with Queensberry, we share a similar ethos in delivering a customer-first approach – using the ever-growing medium of digital content to be innovative and engage existing and attract new fans. For the upcoming season, we aim to take our content even further – giving access that overtakes our previous offerings and gets fans even closer to the action”
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Strategic sports marketing consultancy Strive Sponsorship has announced a new partnership between SBK, the challenger sportsbook app powered by the Smarkets exchange, and Dundalk FC, one of Ireland’s most decorated football clubs.
The multi-year agreement marks SBK’s first foray into Irish football and comes as the League of Ireland experiences record growth, with rising attendances, investment, and increased media attention. Dundalk currently sit top of the League of Ireland First Division, pushing for a return to the Premier Division and building on a legacy that includes multiple league titles and European football campaigns.
As part of the partnership, SBK branding will feature across matchday and digital assets, and the two parties will collaborate on fan-focused initiatives throughout the season.
“We’re proud to help SBK expand into one of Europe’s fastest-growing football markets,” said Malph Minns, Managing Director at Strive Sponsorship.
“Dundalk and SBK are both challenger brands with strong ambitions. This partnership is rooted in shared values, growth potential, and the desire to do things differently. The League of Ireland is a sleeping giant, and forward-thinking brands are starting to recognise the opportunity. We’re excited to play a part in bringing that vision to life.”
The deal extends SBK’s growing football sponsorship portfolio and continues Strive’s work supporting the brand’s data-led strategy for market entry, fan engagement, and long-term brand building across the UK and now Ireland.
Adam Baylis, Marketing Director at SBK, said: “We couldn’t be more excited to stand alongside Dundalk FC as partners this season. SBK are proud to back the Lilywhites and be part of this exciting journey back to the Premier Division!”
Nita Whelan, Head of Operations at Dundalk FC, said: “We’re delighted to welcome SBK to Dundalk FC. While SBK operates in the betting space, what stands out is their tech-first approach, focused on fairness and responsibility. It’s encouraging to align with a brand that’s pushing for better standards across the industry while also backing clubs like ours.”
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Reflex Gaming, the UK’s largest independently owned omni-channel game supplier, is setting the industry alight once again with the launch of Phoenix, a brand-new menu upgrade that transforms content delivery – and does it entirely remotely.
Following the success of last year’s Pulse to Premium menu rollout, which introduced a totally redesigned user interface and game library across GamePro cabinets, Reflex is now taking the next leap forward with the evolution of its Evo menu into Phoenix.
But this time, operators won’t need to book site visits or schedule downtime. In a true industry first, the entire Phoenix upgrade will be delivered over the air via Reflex’s proprietary Slingshot 3 system. It’s a seamless switch, no engineers, no hard drive swaps and no interruption to trading.
When machines power up, Phoenix will simply be there, fully installed and ready to go.
This bold new menu builds on the foundations of Premium but adds an extra layer of innovation and visual impact. Players will instantly notice the striking new interface, featuring a flaming orange and red colour palette, red edge-lit LED integration and intuitive scroll functionality designed to spark curiosity and ignite session starts.
The menu will feature a curated “shop window” of 18 proven titles, including Gold Knight, Lucky Gems and the top title Big Game Fishing with the Gamble+ feature, giving operators a fresh and exciting mix to drive cashbox performance.
The Phoenix upgrade will roll out automatically across all existing Evo menus on the cabinets including Game Master, Game Master 2, DigiSlots, Atom, Genie and Chrome Stars cabinets. New and pre-loved Game Master 2 units sold from July will also feature matching door and input panel livery, completing the Phoenix rebrand from top to bottom.
The strategy reflects Reflex’s commitment to continuous improvement across its product portfolio. The Premium menu upgrade saw an average 20% uplift in cashbox performance, and with Phoenix, Reflex is extending this proven approach across its estate – this time with zero operator intervention required.
Quentin Stott, Managing Director at Reflex Gaming, said: “Phoenix is a genuine game-changer. For the first time, we’re delivering a full menu upgrade remotely: no engineers, no site visits and no downtime. It’s seamless for the operator and delivers maximum impact.”
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