Gambling always involves risk
Every time you place a wager, you’re betting on an uncertain outcome with no guarantee of success.
Every spin, hand, or ticket is governed entirely by random chance. Nothing you do can influence the outcome.
Knowing the odds before you play means understanding your actual, true chances of winning.
"Luck is neither for you nor against you. The only thing you can count on is unpredictability."
How Slot Machine Odds Actually Work
Atlantic Lottery Games Breakdown
Information compiled by Atlantic Lottery's (ALC) PlayWise program on game odds.
Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs)
Random Outcomes
Nothing you do (whispering, rubbing the screen, blowing money) influences the outcome.
Winning Odds
Top prize odds vary widely from 1 in tens of thousands up to 1 in millions.
Bet Limits
Maximum bet is $2.50, with top maximum prizes capped at up to $1,000.00.
Understanding VLT Payouts
- Over time, more than 90% of all wagers are returned to players in varying amounts.
- The Catch: Even with a 90% payout average, players lose an average of up to 10% over time. Reinvesting all winnings guarantees you will eventually lose everything.
- Think of losses like your shadow—not worth chasing.
Slot Machines
Available at Red Shores casinos in Charlottetown and Summerside. Payout averages range from 87% to 95%.
- Players lose on average between 5% and 13% of amounts wagered.
- Reinvesting winnings leads to eventual total loss.
- Bet levels and jackpots vary by game theme.
Sports Products
Odds for PRO•LINE, FANTASY, and STADIUM•BETS fluctuate based on real-world probability.
- Higher odds ("underdogs") increase potential payout but lower your win probability.
- Lower odds ("favourites") increase winning chances but yield lower payouts.
Ticket Lottery
Draw Games: Whether choosing numbers or using "Insta Pik", odds are identical. No "lucky numbers" exist.
Instant Games: Scratch'N Win and Breakopen tickets have clear overall win odds listed on the back of each ticket.
Table Games
Available at Red Shores casinos. While player skill plays a role, you have no control over cards dealt or the house advantage. Check on-site casino displays for exact game information.