RTP is a long-run average: 96% RTP means a 4% house edge, not a promise for one...

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RTP is a long-run average: 96% RTP means a 4% house edge, not a promise for one session. Volatility shapes how often wins land and how large they may be. Short-run results can swing sharply, so you can lose more than expected.