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

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RTP is a long-run average; the house edge is the casino’s expected share: 96% RTP = 4% house edge. Volatility affects how often results swing and by how much. In a short session, luck can overwhelm the averages, so outcomes may differ sharply.