The outcome of a slot is decided the moment you press the button β before the reels have turned. The animation is a show, not a calculation.
RTP
Return To Player: what a game gives back over the long run. At 96 %, a slot returns β¬960,000 per million wagered. That is an average over millions of spins, not a promise about your evening β you can double your money or lose it all in one session at the same RTP.
Volatility
Two slots at the same RTP can behave completely differently. A low-volatility game pays often and small; a high-volatility game pays rarely and big. Neither is better β they suit different budgets. On a tight budget, low volatility keeps the session alive.
Table games
Blackjack and roulette carry a lower house edge than most slots, and blackjack rewards correct play. But they rarely count in full towards bonus wagering. If your goal is to clear a bonus, slots do it faster; if your goal is to lose least per hour, tables win.