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Every casino game is built with a mathematical edge for the house. Knowing the size of that edge, and whether your decisions change it, is the difference between playing informed and playing blind. Start with the numbers below.
House edge by game
The single most useful table on this site. Lower is better for the player.
| Game | Typical house edge | Does skill change it? |
|---|---|---|
| Blackjack (basic strategy, liberal rules) | ~0.5% | Yes — strategy errors raise it sharply |
| Baccarat — Banker bet | ~1.06% | No |
| Baccarat — Player bet | ~1.24% | No |
| Roulette — European (single zero) | 2.70% | No |
| Roulette — American (double zero) | 5.26% | No |
| Video slots | 2% – 10% | No |
| Baccarat — Tie bet | ~14.4% | No — avoid |
Pick a game
Slots
The largest category and the widest spread of house edges. RTP and volatility decide how a game feels and how long a bankroll lasts.
Blackjack
The only common casino game where your decisions materially change the edge. Basic strategy is a solved chart, not an opinion.
Roulette
Choosing a single-zero wheel over a double-zero one halves the house edge. No betting system does anything comparable.
Baccarat
Almost no decisions to make, and one of the lowest edges available — provided you stay off the tie bet.
Poker
Casino poker variants are played against the house with a fixed edge — different in kind from poker played against other players.
Live Dealer
Real dealers, streamed. Same maths as the digital versions, slower pace, and usually higher minimum stakes.
Latest game guides
Game guides are being added to this section. In the meantime, see our guide to slot volatility and RTP.
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