RTP is a long-run return; the house edge is the casino’s statistical share: 96%...

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RTP is a long-run return; the house edge is the casino’s statistical share: 96% RTP = 4% house edge. Volatility affects how wins and losses arrive. In a short session, results can be far from the average—RTP doesn’t guarantee a payout.