Hi-Lo

What is HiLo?

MetaWin HiLo is a rapid-fire prediction game that is built around one of the simplest core mechanics in casino gaming. All you need to do is guess if the next card will be higher or lower than the current card. It really is that easy, which makes for a fast-paced, crypto-friendly game with classic card probability and multiplier progression on top.

This game has been developed by our in-house software developer, MetaWin Studios, and it follows the stripped-back appeal of games in the MetaWin Originals collection. While the MetaWin HiLo game is not overflowing with visual touches, its clean design and dark colors make it ideal for crypto players. It also follows the less-is-more approach of Originals games with a sleek UI that focuses on gameplay and betting controls.

A single playing card is displayed on-screen, and you'll need to choose between "Higher" or "Lower" before the next card is revealed. If you make the right choice, the round continues, and the multiplier increases. Every successful choice pushes the multiplier higher, so you can either continue risking the run for larger payouts or cash out at any point to lock in winnings.

The game fits perfectly into the wider MetaWin Originals suite alongside our other either/or-style titles like Coin Flip and Limbo. HiLo also delivers the provably fair system that is a part of all our Originals games, allowing players to verify outcomes independently.

How to Play HiLo

You'll find the HiLo crypto game in the game lobby through the MetaWin Originals section. However, before you learn how to play HiLo, you'll need to set up your MetaWin Casino account. Registration is straightforward thanks to direct integration with your Web3 wallet. You can pseudonymously sign up using MetaMask, Phantom, Coinbase Wallet, and 300+ alternatives via WalletConnect.

Deposits and withdrawals are settled nearly instantly on-chain, and there is support for over 25 assets, including Ethereum (ETH), Litecoin (LTC), Solana (SOL), stablecoins like USDT, and more. If you're new to crypto, you can still enjoy MetaWin Casino by using MoonPay as an onramp to purchase cryptocurrency.

Once you start up the HiLo card game, crypto players can use the bet controls to stake using their MetaWin balance. This section includes manual input, but also preset values of your bet amount, including half and max. Gameplay is very easy and involves deciding whether you think the next card drawn from the deck will be higher or lower than the visible card.

Every correct prediction increases the active multiplier and moves the round forward. The longer the streak continues, the larger the multiplier becomes. At any point, players can press cash out to secure the current payout rather than risking the next prediction.

HiLo odds depend on the visible card:

1. If you predict a high card from a low-value visible card or a low-value card from a high visible card, you theoretically have more chances of winning. This is a safer option with a smaller multiplier increase.
2. If you predict a high card from an already high visible card or a low card from an already low visible card, you have less chance, but the multipliers are bigger.

There is also a skip option that lets you bypass a card that is awkward instead of making a risky decision. It is worth noting that an edge card that is equal to the visible card, such as drawing a 7 when the visible card is already a 7, results in a win because the prediction is "Higher or Same" or "Lower or Same."

HiLo Features and Mechanics

MetaWin HiLo is built around the same core principle as all of our Originals games. It has a crypto-friendly UI and gameplay loop that leans into player-controlled volatility and multiplier-driven payouts. Every correct choice you make during a round boosts the multiplier.

Unlike other either/or titles that payout instantly, such as Limbo or Coin Flip, MetaWin HiLo resolves more like a crash game. That's because you're given the chance to cash out your winnings at any point after a successful card prediction. You can also choose to continue the streak and push for a bigger multiplier payout.

As for the multiplier, the game calculates it based on the statistical difficulty of the prediction. Safe choices, such as picking "higher" from a visible 2, increase the multiplier by a smaller amount. Riskier calls, such as saying "Lower" from a visible 3, boost the multiplier by a bigger margin. While this is not the full volatility control of our other MetaWin Originals, the variance is down to player choice.

The HiLo provably fair system is another characteristic that is found across our Originals suite of games. Card sequences are generated using cryptographic server seeds, client seeds, and nonce data that can later be checked independently, ensuring the order of the deck was not manipulated during play.

You can configure bet sizes across multiple cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH, SOL, and USDT, with balances updating instantly after every action. You can use the history log during a session to see previous cards and results.

HiLo RTP and Volatility

MetaWin Originals HiLo has an RTP of 98%. It is one of the most rewarding games in our Originals collection in terms of long-term returns. The house edge of 2% is consistent with the high RTP approach that our in-house software provider, MetaWin Studios, takes with its games. While this is a positive, the HiLo RTP does not impact individual rounds, and your payouts and losses depend on the multiplier at that point and your own prediction.

In terms of volatility, the variance of outcomes really depends on the choices you make. Safer predictions have a strong probability of success, but the multiplier increase is relatively small. More dangerous calls near the top or bottom of the deck offer far larger multiplier jumps, but streaks often end quickly if you push too much. This model is consistent with MetaWin Originals games, which have controllable and flexible volatility ranges that suit players of all styles.

Tips for Playing HiLo

1. Cash out early: Timing when to cash out can make or break a session, and it is best to be cautious and cash out before pushing a streak too far. There is a temptation to go for more correct cards and bigger multipliers, but the best HiLo strategy is to lock profits early.
2. Read the visible card carefully: Make sure you properly check the visible card before predicting the next draw. MetaWin HiLo rounds move quickly, so it is easy to skip reading the card, which leads to bad predictions. Middle-values are like a coin flip, but edge cards create clearer odds.
3. Set a session budget: Play with a clear session target in mind and start with a fixed budget. If you play within the rules of responsible gambling, you can protect your balance by only using a bankroll you can afford to lose.
4. Verify outcomes with provably fair: Use the built-in provably fair verification tool to check the outcomes of the game. Each round has cryptographic seed data that you can input into the tool to build confidence in the results.
5. Start with low stakes: Start with low stakes to learn how the multiplier grows for different card positions. Not only does this help you make smarter predictions, but it also gives you more confidence in how much you stake per round when you increase your bet limit.

MetaWin HiLo fits seamlessly into the ecosystem here at MetaWin Casino by leaning into full native crypto support. It offers gameplay using crypto assets and rapid balance updates backed by a provably fair system. Hi-Lo from TaDa Gaming is a more universal crypto-friendly game that has a more iGaming-like design, but it sits outside the native crypto layer.