Average RTP for Common Casino Games in 2026
Return to Player percentages help players gauge expected long-term returns across slots, table games, and live dealer options. The figures below reflect certified data from major studios and audited casinos operating in 2026.
Slots and Video Poker
values between 94% and 97%. Progressive jackpot
Modern video slots typically publish RTP values between 94% and 97%. Progressive jackpot titles often sit lower at 88%–92% because part of each bet funds the growing prize pool. Video poker variants such as Jacks or Better return 96%–99.5% with optimal strategy.
Table Games
European roulette offers 97.3% RTP thanks to a single zero. Blackjack using standard rules returns 99.5% when players follow basic strategy. Baccarat banker bets pay 98.9% after the 5% commission.
Live Dealer Variants
Live blackjack and roulette mirror their
RNG counterparts, yet slower pace and side
Live blackjack and roulette mirror their RNG counterparts, yet slower pace and side bets can reduce effective RTP. Avoid insurance or lucky-number wagers that dip below 95%.
Evaluating Game Value
house edge before committing large wagers. Higher
Compare the listed RTP against the house edge before committing large wagers. Higher RTP games stretch your bankroll further, especially when clearing 15x–40x bonus wagering requirements.
Pros and Cons Summary
but may lack flashy bonus rounds. Lower
High RTP titles reward patient play but may lack flashy bonus rounds. Lower RTP games offer bigger jackpots yet demand larger bankrolls to weather variance.
Final Verdict
poker when your goal is steady playthrough
Choose European roulette or full-pay video poker when your goal is steady playthrough completion. Reserve progressive slots for occasional entertainment with a separate entertainment budget.