New to online gambling? These are the terms every Filipino player should know before placing a bet.
Asian Handicap
A form of football (soccer) betting that eliminates the draw option by giving one team a goal advantage. Popular in Southeast Asia, it offers two possible outcomes and typically tighter margins than standard 1X2 betting.
Over-Under (Totals)
A bet on whether the combined score of both teams will be above (Over) or below (Under) a line set by the bookmaker. Common in basketball (PBA, NBA) and football. Simple to understand and great for beginners.
Odds Formats
Odds can be displayed as Decimal (2.50), Fractional (3/2), or American (+150). Decimal is most common in the Philippines — multiply your stake by the decimal odd to get your total return, including stake.
RTP (Return to Player)
The theoretical percentage of wagered money a slot or casino game returns to players over a very large number of rounds. An RTP of 96% means the game returns ₱96 for every ₱100 wagered on average over millions of spins.
House Edge
The mathematical advantage the casino holds over players on any given game, expressed as a percentage. Baccarat (Banker bet) has a house edge of roughly 1.06%, making it one of the most player-friendly games available.
Wagering Requirement
Also called rollover. Before you can withdraw bonus funds, you must place bets totalling the bonus amount multiplied by the requirement. A ₱500 bonus with 20x wagering means you need to bet ₱10,000 before cashing out.
Live Dealer Casino
Games streamed from a real studio with human dealers — baccarat, roulette, blackjack, and more. You interact via chat and place bets on-screen while watching the action happen in real time, bridging the gap between online and land-based casinos.
Slot Volatility
Describes the risk/reward rhythm of a slot game. Low volatility = frequent small wins (ideal for longer sessions). High volatility = rare but large wins (better for bonus hunters and high rollers). Medium sits between both extremes.
Progressive Jackpot
A jackpot that grows incrementally as players across a network of casinos bet on the same game. A small portion of every stake feeds the pot. Mega Moolah by Microgaming has paid out jackpots exceeding ₱1 billion equivalent worldwide.
Cashback
A rebate on net losses over a specified period — daily, weekly, or monthly. If you lose ₱2,000 and the cashback rate is 10%, you receive ₱200 back. Cashback is often credited automatically for VIP or frequent players.
Parlay / Accumulator
Combining multiple individual bets into one single bet. All selections must win for the bet to pay out — but the odds multiply together, so even a 3-leg parlay on PBA games can turn a small stake into a significant return.
KYC (Know Your Customer)
The identity verification process required before withdrawals are approved. Typically requires a valid government-issued ID (UMID, passport, or driver's license) and proof of address. One-time process — once verified, future withdrawals process faster.
