Duel Announces Zero House Edge Games

New crypto casino Duel has announced a series of zero house edge games that promise 100% Return to Player rates.

Duel’s signature house games, including Crash, Coinflip, and Jackpot, started at 99.9% RTP, and the maverick casino is now going the whole hog with a zero house edge. These games usually come with a built-in house edge of 1-5% and this is a major departure from a casino that was effectively launched as a middle finger to the established crypto casino order.

Who is Behind Duel?

Ossi “Monarch” Ketola, the controversial Finnish entrepreneur behind CSGOEmpire, launched Duel in July with the simple slogan: “The first casino that gives a f*ck.”

Monarch pitched the site as a crusade against the underhanded tactics that have become the norm in the crypto casino business. They include excessive wagering requirements that turn the headline figure welcome offer into elaborate traps, as well as oversized house edges on crypto games.

“The industry has operated on house edge models for decades, but we want to flip that script,” said a spokesperson. “Our players deserve a fair shake, and 100% RTP is the best way to deliver that.”

How Does Duel Make Money?

The platform’s revenue model instead relies on optional cosmetic upgrades, premium features, and other non-gambling monetization strategies—an approach more commonly seen in the video game industry than traditional online casinos. This allows Duel to maintain profitability while offering mathematically fair games to its user base, and it also carries third-party slots from big-name providers that carry a significant house edge.

Duel joined the Monarch family alongside CSGOEmpire, which has established itself as a major player in the CS2 (Counter-Strike 2) skins gambling market over the past decade. The parent company has built a reputation for operating provably fair platforms with strong community engagement and transparent practices. Monarch has made his own reputation with some outlandish stunts, like losing millions of dollars in live poker streams, and his outspoken and sometimes over-the-line behavior on X

The launch comes amid increasing scrutiny of the online gambling industry, with regulators and players alike demanding greater transparency into house edges and RTP rates. Duel’s 100% RTP model positions the platform as potentially setting a new standard for player-first gambling operations.

No Sure Things in this World

While 100% RTP house games are technically fair, they don’t guarantee player profits. Variance and betting patterns still mean players can lose money over time. However, the model gives the player a fighting chance, and means they’re not fighting a hidden advantage baked into the game

“It’s a fascinating experiment,” said an industry analyst who requested anonymity. “If Monarch can make this work, it could pressure other operators to reconsider their house edge structures.”

The platform also embodies Monarch’s commitment to provably fair gaming. Players can verify the randomness and fairness of each game outcome through cryptographic verification. This transparency has become a hallmark of the company’s approach.

Duel’s launch has been accompanied by promotional offers and community-building initiatives typical of new casino launches. Now, the 100% RTP angle provides a unique marketing hook that could help it continue its rapid rise through the ranks of the best crypto casinos.

The industry will be watching closely to see if Duel’s no-house-edge model proves sustainable and whether it forces other operators to follow suit.