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

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RTP is a long-run average, not a session promise: 96% RTP means a 4% house edge over time. Volatility describes how uneven results can be. In a short session, wins or losses can differ sharply from the average, so don’t treat it as a forecast.