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Evolution Casinos: Live Games, RTP and Where to Play

Evolution live casinos: who Evolution is, RTP and multipliers for ten games such as Lightning Roulette and Crazy Time, and how to check a live table's return.

By 99 Casinos Editorial Team Fact-checked by Bruce Marshall Updated 8 min read

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Evolution casinos are online casinos that stream live dealer tables and game shows from Evolution, the Stockholm-listed studio behind Lightning Roulette, Crazy Time and Infinite Blackjack. Evolution is the largest live casino supplier and, since buying NetEnt, Red Tiger, Big Time Gaming and Nolimit City, a major slot supplier too. This page lists the casinos on our list whose sites show Evolution games, a table of ten notable Evolution titles with the RTP and multiplier facts Evolution publishes, and how to check the return of a live game before you bet.

We checked the facts on 8 October 2026 against Evolution’s game pages and its investor site. Live game returns depend on the bet you choose, so read the rules panel inside each table for the exact figure.

  1. 1

    Spin Sweet

    Up to EUR 1,000 + 777 free spins over 6 deposits

    • Lightning Roulette and MONOPOLY Live in the live lobby
    • MGA licence (EU)
    • eCOGRA dispute resolution

    ★ 3.4/5 · Licence: Malta Gaming Authority MGA/B2C/1055/2024 (Elmst Limited)

    Visit siteRead review18+. Min deposit EUR 20. Wagering 40x (deposit + bonus). Bonus must be wagered within 48 hours. Free spins have no wagering, winnings capped at EUR 1,000 per stage. Max conversion 5x bonus. E-wallet deposits (Skrill, Neteller, Paysafecard) do not qualify. Not available in Finland. T&Cs apply.
  2. 2

    Goldroll

    Up to EUR 300 + 300 free spins over 6 deposits

    • Names Evolution among its studios
    • Skrill, Neteller, MiFinity, Paysafecard
    • Same-day bank withdrawals

    ★ 3.0/5 · Licence: Anjouan (ALSI-202506036-FI2, Hundise Limited)

    Visit siteRead review18+. Min deposit EUR 20. 100% up to EUR 100 on deposits 1, 3 and 5; up to 100 free spins on deposits 2, 4 and 6. Wagering 25x (deposit + bonus); free-spin winnings wager-free. Max bet EUR 5. Bonus valid 48 hours. Not available in Finland. T&Cs apply.

We order the list with the weighted method set out on our how we rate casinos page (licence, terms, payments, support and game range), and our editorial policy explains how commercial deals are kept apart from scores. A casino only appears here when its own site shows Evolution games: Spin Sweet lists Lightning Roulette and MONOPOLY Live in its live shelf, and Goldroll names Evolution among its studios (checked 8 October 2026).

Who Evolution is today

Evolution AB (publ) was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Its shares trade on Nasdaq Stockholm. The company started with live blackjack, roulette and baccarat streamed from studios to licensed casinos, and it now runs studios in Europe and North America that host thousands of live tables. Older copy on this page called the company “Evolution Gaming”; the group renamed itself Evolution, though the old name is still common.

Fact Detail (October 2026)
Legal name Evolution AB (publ)
Founded / head office 2006 / Stockholm, Sweden
Listing Nasdaq Stockholm
Acquisitions Ezugi, Red Tiger (2019), NetEnt (2020), Big Time Gaming (2021), Nolimit City (2022)
Products Live casino tables, live game shows, RNG slots through its slot brands
Regulation Supplies licensed operators through B2B licences, including with the Malta Gaming Authority and the UK Gambling Commission; in the United States, only state-licensed casinos

What Evolution is known for

Evolution turned the live casino from a few dealer tables into a full product category. Lightning Roulette, launched in 2018, added random multipliers to a standard European wheel and became the model for the “Lightning” family. Crazy Time and MONOPOLY Live brought television-style game shows with bonus rounds. Infinite Blackjack solved the problem of full tables by letting any number of players share one dealt hand and make their own decisions.

The other strength is scale. Because Evolution supplies most large licensed casinos, its tables run around the clock with a wide range of limits, and the same game rules apply everywhere it is offered. For a step-by-step look at how a live table works, read what a live dealer casino is.

Notable Evolution games: return and payouts

Live games do not have a single “volatility” setting in the way slots do. Their risk depends on the bet: an even-money roulette bet is steady, while a straight-up number or a game-show bonus spot is very swingy. The table shows the published return where Evolution or its game rules state one, and the headline payout feature from Evolution’s game pages.

Game Type Return to player Payout feature
Lightning Roulette Roulette (single zero) 97.30% (outside and inside bets other than straight-up, per the rules) Straight-up pays 29:1, Lightning Numbers 50x to 500x
XXXtreme Lightning Roulette Roulette See the in-game rules Lightning 50x to 500x; Double Strike 600x to 2,000x
Crazy Time Game show (money wheel) 96.08% (Evolution page) Up to 20,000x in the Crazy Time bonus
Funky Time Game show See the in-game rules Bonus ladder up to 10,000x
Dream Catcher Money wheel Up to 96.58%, depending on the number bet 2x and 7x multiplier segments
MONOPOLY Live Game show (money wheel) Up to 96.23%, depending on the spot 3D board bonus round
Infinite Blackjack Blackjack 99.47% with optimal strategy Unlimited seats, one shared hand
Lightning Blackjack Blackjack See the in-game rules Winning hands carry 2x to 25x multipliers to the next round
Speed Baccarat Baccarat Banker 98.94%, Player 98.76% Rounds of about 27 seconds
Mega Ball Bingo-style game show Varies with the number of cards Mega Ball multiplier 5x to 100x

Lightning Roulette and XXXtreme Lightning Roulette

Each round, one or more Lucky Numbers are struck by lightning and pay 50x to 500x on a straight-up bet. To fund that, a normal straight-up win pays 29:1 instead of 35:1. XXXtreme Lightning Roulette adds Double Strike: if your number is struck twice, the multiplier can reach 600x to 2,000x, according to Evolution’s game page.

Crazy Time and Funky Time

Crazy Time uses a big money wheel with number segments and four bonus games: Cash Hunt, Pachinko, Coin Flip and Crazy Time. Evolution’s page lists 96.08% RTP and up to 20,000x in the Crazy Time bonus. Funky Time follows the same idea with a 20-level bonus ladder up to 10,000x. Both are entertainment-first games: the bonus spots return less than steady bets on blackjack or baccarat.

Infinite Blackjack and Lightning Blackjack

Infinite Blackjack deals one common hand to an unlimited number of seats, with optional side bets. With optimal strategy the base game returns 99.47%. Lightning Blackjack charges a fee on each bet and in return attaches a 2x to 25x multiplier to winning hands, which applies to your next round.

Speed Baccarat

Speed Baccarat follows standard punto banco rules with faster dealing. Banker returns 98.94% and Player 98.76%; the Tie bet returns far less. Banker wins pay 0.95:1 because of the commission.

How to check the RTP of a live game

  1. Join the table and open the help or “?” panel. Evolution prints the rules and the theoretical return for each bet there.
  2. Find the line for the exact bet you want to place. On game shows, each segment has its own return.
  3. Check side bets separately. They almost always carry a higher house edge than the main bet.
  4. Compare blackjack variants by their rules: dealer standing on soft 17, payout on blackjack (3:2 rather than 6:5) and doubling rules change the return.
  5. If you play with bonus money, open the bonus terms to see whether live games count towards wagering at all.

For the rules behind each table game, see our guides to roulette and blackjack.

Evolution bonuses

Live tables and deposit bonuses mix badly. Many casinos exclude live games from bonus wagering or count them at 10% or less, and some ban betting on both sides (red and black) while a bonus is active. At the two casinos on our list, the welcome offers are built around slots and free spins; plan to play live tables with your own cash balance. The deposit-match terms in the cards above (40x and 25x deposit plus bonus) apply to slots.

Evolution security and fairness

Evolution’s live games are dealt by people on camera, and the random parts (Lightning multipliers, bonus selections, automatic wheels) run on certified RNGs. Regulators that license Evolution as a supplier require testing of both the studio procedures and the software. This protects the game result, but it does not make the casino itself trustworthy. Check the casino’s own licence on its regulator’s register too.

Evolution also owns NetEnt and other slot studios; see our NetEnt casinos page, our live dealer casinos list and the gaming software hub for the rest of the group. For RNG titles, start with our slots guide.

UK players

Only operators licensed by the UK Gambling Commission may offer gambling to people in Great Britain (Gambling Act 2005). GAMSTOP self-exclusion covers UKGC-licensed sites only. The casinos in our list above do not hold a UKGC licence and are not aimed at UK residents. If you live in Great Britain, play at a UKGC-licensed site and check the operator on the Commission’s public register first. No casino on our list accepts players from the United States.

Play safely

18+ only (21+ in some countries). Slots and live games are entertainment with a built-in house edge, not a way to make money. Set a deposit limit before your first session, use the reality-check and time-out tools in the casino account, and stop when the budget is gone. Free, confidential help is available from GamCare (National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133) and BeGambleAware.org. Our responsible gambling guide lists self-exclusion options by country.

Frequently asked questions

Who is behind Evolution Gaming?

Evolution AB (publ) is a public company listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, with its head office in Stockholm. It was founded in 2006 and has grown by building studios and by buying other suppliers, including Ezugi, Red Tiger (2019), NetEnt (2020), Big Time Gaming (2021) and Nolimit City (2022).

What is the RTP of Crazy Time?

Evolution’s Crazy Time page gives an RTP of 96.08% and a maximum multiplier of 20,000x in the Crazy Time bonus game. The return differs by bet spot, so the rules inside the game show the figure for each one.

Is Evolution live casino rigged?

No evidence supports that. Evolution’s live games are dealt or spun by real presenters on camera, and the RNG elements (such as Lightning multipliers) are certified for the regulated markets where Evolution is licensed. The house edge is built into the paytables, which is why the RTP is below 100%.

Which Evolution game has the best odds?

Blackjack played with good basic strategy usually offers the highest return: Evolution’s Infinite Blackjack lists 99.47% with optimal play. On baccarat, the Banker bet returns 98.94%. Game shows such as Crazy Time and Dream Catcher return less.

Do Evolution games count towards bonus wagering?

Usually not, or only at a small percentage. Many casinos exclude live casino games from bonus wagering altogether; the casinos on our list exclude live games from wagering on deposit bonuses. Check the bonus terms before playing live tables with bonus money.

Can I play Evolution games in the UK?

Yes, but only at UK Gambling Commission licensed casinos. The casinos in our list are not UKGC-licensed and do not accept UK residents.

Sources

  1. Evolution: Crazy Time game page (RTP 96.08%, up to 20,000x)
  2. Evolution: Lightning Roulette game page
  3. Evolution: XXXtreme Lightning Roulette game page
  4. Evolution AB: investor relations
  5. Spin Sweet: homepage live shelf (checked 8 October 2026)
  6. Goldroll: homepage studio list (checked 8 October 2026)

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