What is 'expected loss' in the calculator?

Expected loss is the mathematical average amount you'd lose over many sessions with identical parameters. It's the house edge applied to your total wager. For example: $10,000 wagered × 2% effective edge = $200 expected loss. This doesn't mean you'll lose exactly $200 — variance ensures actual results vary widely.

Why does the calculator show higher rakeback for slots?

Slots have a higher base house edge (~4%) and a 50% rakeback rate, which generates more absolute rakeback per dollar wagered ($2 per $100). Originals have a lower base edge (1%) with 5% rakeback ($0.05 per $100). The slot rakeback is higher in dollar terms; the originals have a lower effective house edge overall.

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Duel Rakeback Calculator

Calculate your projected rakeback earnings based on wager volume, game type, and number of sessions. Results use verified Duel rakeback rates with DUEL5 applied.

Quick Answer

How do I calculate Duel rakeback?

Rakeback = Wager × House Edge × Rakeback Rate. For slots: $1,000 × 4% × 50% = $20 rakeback. Use the calculator below to project earnings across multiple sessions and game types. All calculations assume DUEL5 rakeback tier (maximum available).

Rakeback Calculator

Estimate your rakeback earnings based on wager volume and game type.

Game Type

Wager per Session ($)$1,000

$100$50,000

Number of Sessions10 sessions

1365 (1 year)

Your Results

Total Wagered

$10,000

Total Rakeback

$200.00

Expected Loss (without rakeback)

-$400.00

Expected Loss (with DUEL5)

-$200.00

Rakeback per $100 wagered

$2.00

Effective House Edge

2.00%

Summary

Over 10 sessions wagering $1,000 each, DUEL5 rakeback returns $200.00 — reducing your expected losses from $400.00 to $200.00.

Results are mathematical expectations, not guaranteed outcomes. Variance can produce results significantly above or below expected value in the short term.

Understanding the Results

Total Rakeback

The total amount returned to you via rakeback over all sessions. This is earned regardless of whether you win or lose individual sessions.

Expected Loss (without rakeback)

The mathematical expected amount you'd lose based on base house edge alone — ignoring rakeback. This is what players without DUEL5 experience.

Expected Loss (with DUEL5)

The net expected loss after rakeback is applied. This is the true EV of your play pattern with DUEL5 activated.

Effective House Edge

Base house edge minus the rakeback rebate. This is the actual mathematical advantage the casino holds after rakeback — your true long-run loss rate per dollar.

Rakeback Quick Reference

Rakeback per $1,000 wagered by game type
Wager Amount	Slots Rakeback	High-RTP Slots	Originals Rakeback
$100	$2.00	$1.50	$0.05
$500	$10.00	$7.50	$0.25
$1,000	$20.00	$15.00	$0.50
$5,000	$100.00	$75.00	$2.50
$10,000	$200.00	$150.00	$5.00
$50,000	$1000.00	$750.00	$25.00

Assumes DUEL5 rakeback tier. 4% edge (slots), 3% edge (high-RTP), 1% edge (originals).

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Rakeback Calculator — FAQ

The calculator uses verified rakeback rates (50% on slots, 5% on originals) and typical house edge figures. Results represent mathematical expected values — the long-run average return. Short-term variance will cause actual results to deviate from these projections in any individual session.