What each game costs on average
| Game | Typical house edge or RTP | Do your choices matter? |
|---|---|---|
| Blackjack (good rules, basic strategy) | About 0.5% | Yes |
| Jacks or Better video poker, 9/6 | 99.54% RTP | Yes |
| Baccarat, banker bet | 1.06% | Only the bet |
| Craps, pass line | 1.41% | Only the bet |
| European roulette | 2.70% | No |
| American roulette | 5.26% | No |
| Slots | Often 94% to 97% RTP | No |
RTP is the long-run share of stakes a game pays back; the house edge is what is left. Our guide to RTP at new casinos explains why the same slot can run at different RTPs.
Volatility and session style
Two slots with the same RTP can feel completely different. A low-volatility slot pays small wins often; a high-volatility one pays rarely but bigger. If your budget is small, low volatility lasts longer. If you chase large features, accept long dry spells.
Skill, pace and company
- Blackjack and video poker reward correct decisions; slots and roulette do not.
- Live tables are social and slower; RNG tables are faster and allow lower stakes.
- Fast games mean more rounds per hour and a higher hourly cost.
- Bonus wagering often counts slots fully and table games at 10% or less. Check before you pick; our terms guide covers game weighting.
Playing in Canada
In Ontario, regulated sites on iGaming Ontario's list carry the same games under provincial rules. In other provinces the provincial site is the regulated option. Offshore casinos carry more titles, but the RTP version and the terms are set by the casino, so check both.