RTP is a game’s long-run return; house edge is the casino’s mathematical share:...

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RTP is a game’s long-run return; house edge is the casino’s mathematical share: 96% RTP = 4% house edge. Volatility describes how uneven results can be. In a short session, variance can swamp the average, so outcomes may differ sharply.