Washington Scratchers Report — May 2026: Best Games, Trends & Strategies
Washington has 57 active scratch-off games this month. While none currently have positive ROI, LOTERIA SUPER GRANDE! leads at -13.3% — one of the better values in the state. 13 games have lost all top prizes — avoid those. 57 new games launched recently with all prizes intact.
Over the past 31 days, scratch-off games in this state paid out approximately $38.2 million in prizes, averaging $1.2 million per day across 57 active games. SERIOUS MONEY leads in prize activity with $3.6 million claimed ($30 ticket). Only 1 top prize remains. $5,000 FRENZY follows with $2.8 million in claims.
Data period: May 1–26, 2026 · 57 active games analyzed · Updated from official Washington Lottery data
At a Glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Active Games | 57 |
| Positive ROI Games | 0 |
| Average ROI (All Games) | -33.7% |
| Best Game | LOTERIA SUPER GRANDE! ($20) at -13.3% ROI |
| Games to Avoid (All Top Prizes Gone) | 13 games |
| New Releases | 57 games |
Top 10 Best Value Games
These Washington scratch-off games currently offer the highest Return on Investment (ROI) — meaning they return the most money per dollar spent based on remaining prizes.
| # | Game | Price | ROI | EV | Top Prize | Top Left |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LOTERIA SUPER GRANDE! | $20 | -13.3% | $17.34 | $500,000 | 1 |
| 2 | SERIOUS MONEY | $30 | -19.7% | $24.10 | $2,000,000 | 1 |
| 3 | TRIPLE CASH PAYOUT | $10 | -19.8% | $8.02 | $250,000 | 3 |
| 4 | WASHINGTON MILLIONAIRE | $30 | -20.1% | $23.96 | $2,000,000 | 3 |
| 5 | $250,000 LOTERIA 7th EDITION | $10 | -20.3% | $7.97 | $250,000 | 1 |
| 6 | $5,000 FRENZY | $30 | -23.1% | $23.06 | $5,000 | 88 |
| 7 | TRIPLE JACKPOT | $10 | -24.5% | $7.55 | $250,000 | 1 |
| 8 | $2,500 FRENZY | $20 | -24.9% | $15.02 | $2,500 | 296 |
| 9 | LUCKY 7 BONUS | $20 | -25.3% | $14.93 | $500,000 | 5 |
| 10 | BONUS MONEY | $10 | -25.7% | $7.43 | $250,000 | 1 |
No Washington games currently have positive ROI, but the top performers in the -18% to -22% range represent significantly better value than the state average of -33.7%. For context, a -20% ROI means you get back $0.80 for every $1.00 spent on average.
Games to Avoid: All Top Prizes Claimed
These 13 games have had all top prizes claimed. Their expected value has dropped significantly, making them the worst value options in Washington right now.
| Game | Price | ROI | Original Top Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX-A-MILLION | $30 | -32.1% | $2,000,000 |
| LUCKY TIMES 50 | $30 | -32.3% | $2,000,000 |
| MONEY MADNESS | $20 | -33.3% | $500,000 |
| DOUBLE YOUR DOLLARS | $5 | -34.6% | $50,000 |
| QUEEN OF HEARTS | $5 | -39.0% | $50,000 |
| DOUBLE DOLLAR$ | $2 | -39.3% | $20,000 |
| WILD 10S | $5 | -39.9% | $75,000 |
| LOTERIA GRANDE 12TH EDITION | $5 | -40.7% | $50,000 |
| SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | $5 | -41.3% | $50,000 |
| SNOW MUCH FUN | $2 | -42.0% | $20,000 |
| HOLLY DAY CASH | $1 | -43.3% | $2,000 |
| KING CROSSWORD | $3 | -45.2% | $30,000 |
| 25 DAYS OF WINNING | $10 | -56.5% | $250,000 |
When a game’s top prize is claimed, its expected value drops — often by 5–15 percentage points of ROI. These games are still playable, but you’re paying for a prize pool that no longer includes the biggest payouts. Learn more about how top prize claims affect value →
Top Prize Watch List
These games have 3 or fewer top prizes remaining. When claimed, expect a measurable drop in value.
| Game | Price | Top Prize | Remaining | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIOUS MONEY | $30 | $2,000,000 | 1 | -19.7% |
| WASHINGTON MILLIONAIRE | $30 | $2,000,000 | 3 | -20.1% |
| LOTERIA SUPER GRANDE! | $20 | $500,000 | 1 | -13.3% |
| LOTERIA SUPER GRANDE! | $20 | $500,000 | 1 | -26.5% |
| TRIPLE CASH PAYOUT | $10 | $250,000 | 3 | -19.8% |
| $250,000 LOTERIA 7th EDITION | $10 | $250,000 | 1 | -20.3% |
| TRIPLE JACKPOT | $10 | $250,000 | 1 | -24.5% |
| BONUS MONEY | $10 | $250,000 | 1 | -25.7% |
| RED HOT MONEY | $10 | $250,000 | 3 | -26.0% |
| GO FOR THE GREEN | $10 | $250,000 | 1 | -27.1% |
| PINK PANTHER CROSSWORD | $10 | $250,000 | 1 | -27.1% |
| CUBE CROSSWORD | $10 | $250,000 | 2 | -27.7% |
15 games are down to the last top prize. The largest unclaimed top prize in Washington is $2,000,000 on SERIOUS MONEY ($30 ticket).
New Releases
Washington launched 57 new games recently. New games start with all prizes intact, making them a solid starting point for value-conscious players.
| Game | Price | ROI | Top Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOTERIA SUPER GRANDE! | $20 | -13.3% | $500,000 | 1 in 3.36 |
| SERIOUS MONEY | $30 | -19.7% | $2,000,000 | 1 in 2.86 |
| TRIPLE CASH PAYOUT | $10 | -19.8% | $250,000 | 1 in 3.52 |
| WASHINGTON MILLIONAIRE | $30 | -20.1% | $2,000,000 | 1 in 2.99 |
| $250,000 LOTERIA 7th EDITION | $10 | -20.3% | $250,000 | 1 in 3.61 |
| $5,000 FRENZY | $30 | -23.1% | $5,000 | 1 in 2.99 |
| TRIPLE JACKPOT | $10 | -24.5% | $250,000 | 1 in 3.55 |
| $2,500 FRENZY | $20 | -24.9% | $2,500 | 1 in 3.51 |
| LUCKY 7 BONUS | $20 | -25.3% | $500,000 | 1 in 3.51 |
| BONUS MONEY | $10 | -25.7% | $250,000 | 1 in 3.45 |
| RED HOT MONEY | $10 | -26.0% | $250,000 | 1 in 3.55 |
| LOTERIA SUPER GRANDE! | $20 | -26.5% | $500,000 | 1 in 3.36 |
| GO FOR THE GREEN | $10 | -27.1% | $250,000 | 1 in 3.47 |
| PINK PANTHER CROSSWORD | $10 | -27.1% | $250,000 | 1 in 3.54 |
| $1,000 FRENZY | $10 | -27.5% | $1,000 | 1 in 3.55 |
| CUBE CROSSWORD | $10 | -27.7% | $250,000 | 1 in 3.54 |
| WITCHES BREW BUCKS | $5 | -28.8% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.34 |
| $250,000 LOTERIA 8TH EDITION | $10 | -29.0% | $250,000 | 1 in 3.61 |
| MAX-A-MILLION | $30 | -32.1% | $2,000,000 | 1 in 2.86 |
| LUCKY TIMES 50 | $30 | -32.3% | $2,000,000 | 1 in 2.99 |
| HIGH CARD POKER | $5 | -32.4% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.43 |
| Carnival Cash | $5 | -32.5% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.33 |
| COLOR BLOCK CROSSWORD | $5 | -32.9% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.55 |
| LOTERIA GRANDE 13TH EDITION | $5 | -33.0% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.32 |
| MONEY MADNESS | $20 | -33.3% | $500,000 | 1 in 3.51 |
| PAYDAY | $5 | -33.3% | $75,000 | 1 in 3.38 |
| SUPER 7S | $5 | -33.6% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.36 |
| $1,000,000 DIAMOND DAZZLER | $20 | -34.2% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.4 |
| $500 FRENZY | $5 | -34.5% | $500 | 1 in 3.35 |
| DOUBLE YOUR DOLLARS | $5 | -34.6% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.36 |
| HOT & COLD NUMBERS | $5 | -35.0% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.48 |
| TIC TAC TRIPLER | $2 | -35.0% | $20,000 | 1 in 4.39 |
| CELEBRATE | $2 | -35.3% | $100 | 1 in 4.38 |
| LOTERIA 29TH EDITION | $2 | -35.4% | $20,000 | 1 in 3.63 |
| LOTERIA EXTRA! 4TH EDITION | $3 | -35.4% | $30,000 | 1 in 4.15 |
| MONEY MAKER SLINGO TRIO 2ND ED | $5 | -36.4% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.37 |
| BANK HEIST | $5 | -36.6% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.48 |
| JACKPOT BINGO | $3 | -36.6% | $30,000 | 1 in 3.79 |
| CRABBY CROSSWORD | $3 | -36.9% | $30,000 | 1 in 3.91 |
| S’MORE SLINGO | $3 | -38.2% | $30,000 | 1 in 4.17 |
| LUCKY DOG DOUBLER | $1 | -38.6% | $2,000 | 1 in 3.64 |
| QUEEN OF HEARTS | $5 | -39.0% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.36 |
| DOUBLE DOLLAR$ | $2 | -39.3% | $20,000 | 1 in 4.38 |
| WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER | $1 | -39.8% | $1,000 | 1 in 3.7 |
| WILD 10S | $5 | -39.9% | $75,000 | 1 in 3.38 |
| LOTERIA GRANDE 12TH EDITION | $5 | -40.7% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.32 |
| SILVER & GOLD CROSSWORD | $5 | -40.7% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.55 |
| LOTERIA EXTRA! 3RD EDITION | $3 | -41.1% | $30,000 | 1 in 4.15 |
| PEPPERMINT BARK 7S | $5 | -41.2% | $500 | 1 in 3.49 |
| SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | $5 | -41.3% | $50,000 | 1 in 3.41 |
| SNOW MUCH FUN | $2 | -42.0% | $20,000 | 1 in 4.54 |
| BLACK CHERRY DOUBLER | $1 | -42.1% | $2,000 | 1 in 3.64 |
| TOBOGGAN TRIPLER | $1 | -42.1% | $2,000 | 1 in 3.95 |
| HOLLY DAY CASH | $1 | -43.3% | $2,000 | 1 in 3.83 |
| KING CROSSWORD | $3 | -45.2% | $30,000 | 1 in 3.91 |
| LUCKY FOR LIFE 19TH EDITION | $5 | -51.1% | $1,000 | 1 in 4.72 |
| 25 DAYS OF WINNING | $10 | -56.5% | $250,000 | 1 in 3.79 |
LOTERIA SUPER GRANDE! is the standout new release at -13.3% ROI — better than average for a $20 ticket.
Smart Strategy: Best Combos
Our alternative strategy analysis found that some Washington games can be beaten by buying a combination of cheaper tickets with higher total expected value.
Top recommendation: At the $10 price point, buy 2x WITCHES BREW BUCKS ($5) instead — that’s +63.8% more expected value for the same spend.
| Price Tier | Games Beaten | Best Combo | EV Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2 | 0/5 | 2x LUCKY DOG DOUBLER ($1) | +3.5% |
| $3 | 0/6 | 1x TIC TAC TRIPLER ($2) + 1x LUCKY DOG DOUBLER ($1) | +5.9% |
| $5 | 0/19 | 1x LOTERIA EXTRA! 4TH EDITION ($3) + 1x TIC TAC TRIPLER ($2) | +9.8% |
| $10 | 0/11 | 2x WITCHES BREW BUCKS ($5) | +32% |
| $20 | 0/6 | 2x TRIPLE CASH PAYOUT ($10) | +13.1% |
| $30 | 0/5 | 1x LOTERIA SUPER GRANDE! ($20) + 1x TRIPLE CASH PAYOUT ($10) | +14% |
Combo strategies work best when there’s a significant value gap between price tiers. Learn more about why splitting your budget often wins →
Price Tier Breakdown
How does value distribute across Washington price points?
| Price | Games | Avg ROI | Best Game | Best ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1 | 5 | -41.2% | LUCKY DOG DOUBLER | -38.6% |
| $2 | 5 | -37.4% | TIC TAC TRIPLER | -35.0% |
| $3 | 6 | -38.9% | LOTERIA EXTRA! 4TH EDITION | -35.4% |
| $5 | 19 | -36.7% | WITCHES BREW BUCKS | -28.8% |
| $10 | 11 | -28.3% | TRIPLE CASH PAYOUT | -19.8% |
| $20 | 6 | -26.3% | LOTERIA SUPER GRANDE! | -13.3% |
| $30 | 5 | -25.5% | SERIOUS MONEY | -19.7% |
The $30 tier offers the best average value at -25.5% ROI, while the $1 tier is the weakest at -41.2%. The gap between best and worst tiers is 16 percentage points.
How to Use This Data
- Check live rankings: This report is a snapshot. For real-time data, visit the Washington scratch-off rankings page — updated daily.
- Understand the math: If ROI and EV are new concepts, start with The Math of Scratchers guide.
- Compare nationally: See how Washington stacks up against other states in our National Scratchers Report.
Washington Lottery Quick Facts
- Official website: walottery.com
- State tax on winnings: No state income tax (plus 24% federal withholding on prizes over $5,000)
- Active scratch-off games: 57 (as of May 2026)
Related Resources
- Washington Scratch-Off Games — Live Rankings
- The Math of Scratchers: Odds vs. EV vs. ROI Explained
- Why Buying 2× $5 Tickets Often Beats One $10 Ticket
- Fastest Selling Scratchers in America
- April 2026 National Scratchers Report
- Our Full Methodology
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