What is a First Person game?

What is a First Person game? A clear definition

A First Person game is an RNG version of a live casino game, made by Evolution. Evolution's First Person games page (opens in a new tab) says card deals, wheel spins and dice results are decided by RNG and shown in 3D animation. There's no studio, no dealer and no video stream.

The name describes the view: you see the table as if you were sitting at it, in a style that looks like the matching live game. If you want the live version, Evolution says a Go Live button moves you across. Our glossary has a short First Person game definition, and the questions hub covers related topics.

How First Person games work on a phone

Because a First Person game runs on software rather than a camera feed, the result is produced the moment the game cycle starts. A random number generator picks the card, pocket or dice total, and the animation shows it.

In Great Britain, RNG games fall under the Gambling Commission's RTS 7 standard on random outcomes (opens in a new tab), which sets requirements for how random results are generated. Our page on RNG games on mobile explains what that testing covers, and the RNG glossary entry defines the term.

On a phone, the main practical difference is the connection. A First Person game sends game data and graphics rather than continuous live video, so in general it's less demanding on a weak signal than a live table. Exact data use isn't published, so treat that as a general rule.

First Person games you may find in UK casino apps

Evolution lists these titles in its First Person range. Each has a live counterpart, which is why the Go Live button exists.

Whether a given app carries these titles isn't something our partners publish, so search the app's lobby for First Person. Our list of apps for First Person casino games compares where to look.

First Person vs live dealer vs standard RNG games

First Person sits between a classic digital table game and a live table. It looks like the live game but works like RNG.

If you're unsure which you've opened, the title usually says First Person. Our answer to is live casino on mobile real shows how to tell live tables from look-alikes.

How to switch from a First Person game to the live table

1. Open the First Person game from your casino app's lobby.
2. Read the help screen so you know the rules and the RTP shown for this version.
3. Look for the Go Live option, which Evolution says moves you to the live version.
4. Check the live table's betting limits and rules, which may differ from the First Person game.
5. Remember that live rounds run on the studio's timetable, so you'll wait for the next betting window.

Does a First Person game have the same odds as live?

Don't assume so. The rules look the same, but the RTP you get is whatever the game's help screen shows for that version. UK rules require game descriptions and the likelihood of winning to be available, so the figure should be there.

Here's why it matters. Wizard of Odds gives the live Dream Catcher a house edge of 3.42% on the 10 segment but 9.19% on the 40 segment. On £100 of bets, that's an expected cost of £3.42 against £9.19, depending only on where you place your chips. A First Person version may publish its own figures, so compare them before you play.

Lightning games add a twist in either format. In Lightning Roulette, an unboosted straight-up bet pays 29 to 1, not the usual 35 to 1, so a £1 winning bet returns £30 including your stake instead of £36. The multipliers make up the difference only on some spins. Read how to find a game's RTP in an app for the steps.

Who First Person games suit on mobile

• Learning a game: you can see how Lightning Roulette or Dream Catcher works without the time pressure of a live betting window.
• Patchy signal: no live video stream to buffer, as a general rule.
• Playing alone: no chat, no other players, no presenter.
• Not for you if: you want a human dealer, real cards or table chat. Head to First Person games on mobile for more on the trade-offs.

Whichever format you choose, the house edge still applies, so losses are likely over time. Set a budget before you start.

UK rules that apply to First Person games

First Person games are online casino games, so the Gambling Commission's design rules from 17 January 2025 apply. Autoplay is banned for all online casino games, non-slot games need at least 5 seconds per game cycle, you can't play several games at once, and your net spend and time must be shown in real time. The £5 and £2 slot stake limits apply to slots only, not to First Person roulette or blackjack.

Age and identity checks come first: you must be verified before you can deposit or gamble, and even free-to-play demo games need age verification. See free-to-play game rules and game speed rules.

Apps for First Person and live games, with welcome offers

Coral, Ladbrokes and PlayOJO list live casino and table games in their apps; check each lobby for First Person titles. Their welcome offers are slot offers, so they don't cover First Person or live tables, which are often excluded or count for less. Read the terms. 18+ and terms apply.

• Coral: new players, 18+. Deposit and bet £10 or more on slots for 100 free spins on selected games at 10p each. Accept within 48 hours; valid for 7 days; no wagering on free spin winnings. Runs 1 October 2026 to 1 February 2027. Neteller, PayPal, Paysafe, Skrill, prepaid cards and certain debit cards don't qualify.
• Ladbrokes: new customers, 18+. Deposit and spend £10 or more on slots for 50 free spins a day over 10 days (maximum 500) at 10p each on selected games. Claim before 23:59 each day; valid for 7 days; no wagering. Prepaid cards, PayPal, Paysafe, Neteller, Skrill and Moneybookers deposits don't qualify.
• PlayOJO: new UK customers, 18+, excluding Northern Ireland. Minimum first deposit £10 for 80 free spins on Big Bass Bonanza at 10p each. No wagering, so winnings are paid in cash. Can't be combined with other offers; only through the designated offer link.

18+. Every casino game has a built-in house edge, so over time you should expect to lose what you stake. Set a budget before you play and stop when it’s gone: safer gambling tools and support. Free, confidential help: National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020 133.