What are RTP and Volatility in online slots?
By Daniel Grant
Updated 20 Nov, 2025
Not all slots pay out the same way, and knowing what terms like RTP and volatility mean can help you pick the right slots for you.
In this online slots video, we explain what Return To Player means, how much it really impacts your slots play experience, and how to find the RTP in any game you play.
RTP is one measure of a slot’s payout odds, but volatility tells you something just as useful, and it could be even more helpful to you when picking your next slot at PlayOJO.
Like this taste of the slots world’s most complicated terms? You can learn more about what goes on underneath the hood of online slots in our in-depth RTP and volatility guide.
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Dan Grant is a 25-year veteran of the gaming industry and a leading authority on iGaming content with over 1,000 articles on topics such as industry trends and bankroll strategy. He began in sports betting in 1997, then spent 11 years at a leading poker brand. As a content lead for iGaming marketing agencies, Dan has worked with over 30 regulated gaming brands, including giants like IGT. He also has a Law degree, providing a unique perspective on the regulatory complexities of the gaming market.
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