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RTP after rakeback: compare the remaining cost
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A rebate reduces part of a game’s theoretical cost. The useful comparison is the edge remaining after the reward, not which game produces the largest rebate amount.
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Same 5% share of edge across three RTPs
| Original RTP | Effective edge after reward | Theoretical RTP including that reward |
|---|---|---|
| 96% | 4% × 95% = 3.80% | 96.20% |
| 98% | 2% × 95% = 1.90% | 98.10% |
| 99% | 1% × 95% = 0.95% | 99.05% |
What the comparison means
The reward does not add five percentage points to RTP. It returns 5% of the original edge. All else equal, the 99% game retains the lowest theoretical cost even though its cash rebate is smallest at equal turnover.
This model assumes full eligibility and collection, no cap and no extra reward wagering. If part of the credit expires or remains conditional, use collected value rather than the full advertised reward to describe the realised period.
FORMULA
Short answer: rakeback returns part of the edge; it does not replace RTP.
Adjusted house edge = (100% − RTP) × (1 − rakeback share). A 96% RTP game has a 4% edge; 5% rakeback reduces that edge to 3.80%, equivalent to 0.20% of turnover returned.
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Model turnover, RTP, contribution and reward cash together.
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Change RTP and rakeback to see the residual house edge.
The calculator keeps game RTP, reward return and adjusted theoretical RTP in separate lines.
3.80% residual edge
VISUAL EVIDENCE / RTP-ADJUSTED RETURN
Formulas used to connect published RTP with reward return.
The captures support edge-based reward mechanics; the RTP itself must still be checked at game level.
What this supports: RTP-adjusted return. Rate, eligible products and official BTC example.
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What this supports: RTP-adjusted return. Primary current evidence for 5–10% of house edge.
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Model total theoretical return without hiding volatility.
Use the lab for a quick comparison, then enter real turnover and contribution in the full calculator.
Does rakeback create a positive expected return here?
Not in these examples. Each retains a positive house edge after the reward. A higher displayed reward should not be confused with expected profit.
Rules behind this comparison
These links support the operator conditions. Worked amounts are our calculations using the assumptions shown in the table.