Wisconsin Scratchers Report — July 2026: Best Games, Trends & Strategies
Wisconsin scratch-off players have 63 active games to choose from in July 2026, led by $50S & $100S EXPLOSION (2757) with a 38.4% payout rate. 20 games have all top prizes claimed — avoid those. 5 new games launched this month.
Data period: July 2026 · 63 active games analyzed · Updated from official Wisconsin Lottery data
At a Glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Active Games | 63 |
| Games to Avoid (All Top Prizes Gone) | 20 games |
| New Releases | 5 games |
| Top Prizes at Risk (≤3 left) | 15 games |
| Prize Claim Deadline | 180 days |
| State Tax on Winnings | 7.65% state tax |
Note: Wisconsin lottery data does not include sufficient prize-tier detail to calculate ROI / EV. We rank games by payout percentage (portion of remaining prize pool relative to remaining tickets). Visit our live Wisconsin rankings for daily-updated data.
Top 10 Best Games
These Wisconsin scratch-off games are ranked by payout percentage (portion of remaining prize pool relative to remaining tickets).
| # | Game | Price | Payout % | Top Prize | Top Left |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $50S & $100S EXPLOSION (2757) | $10 | 38.4% | $100 | 58895 |
| 2 | PAY ME $1,000 (2745) | $10 | 35.5% | $1,000 | 4246 |
| 3 | $2,000 NOW (2748) | $20 | 27.9% | $2,000 | 1018 |
| 4 | WIN $500 (2771) | $5 | 17.0% | $500 | 1602 |
| 5 | FANTASTIC $500S (2642) | $10 | 10.8% | $500 | 2561 |
| 6 | $2 MILLION ROYALE (2729) | $50 | 9.3% | $2,000,000 | 1 |
| 7 | OPAL (2707) | $30 | 9.3% | $1,000,000 | 1 |
| 8 | $10 PACKERS (2781) | $10 | 5.7% | $75,000 | 3 |
| 9 | $1,000,000 CROSSWORD (2737) | $50 | 5.4% | $1,000,000 | 1 |
| 10 | GREEN & GOLD CROSSWORD (2780) | $5 | 4.8% | $50,000 | 3 |
$50S & $100S EXPLOSION (2757) tops the Wisconsin rankings this month. With 58895 top prizes still available, this game has stability ahead.
Games to Avoid: All Top Prizes Claimed
These games have had all top prizes claimed and offer diminished value.
| Game | Price | Original Top Prize |
|---|---|---|
| EXCEPTIONAL CROSSWORD (2734) | $30 | $500,000 |
| COLORFUL CROSSWORD (2749) | $30 | $500,000 |
| CROSSWORD MULTIPLIER (2730) | $20 | $200,000 |
| 200X THE CASH (2744) | $20 | $200,000 |
| EXTREME GREEN (2725) | $10 | $100,000 |
| SUPREME 7-11 (2735) | $20 | $100,000 |
| 100X THE CASH (2743) | $10 | $100,000 |
| GOLDEN GOOSE CROSSWORD (2697) | $5 | $50,000 |
| 50X THE CASH (2742) | $5 | $50,000 |
| KINGS (2716) | $5 | $45,000 |
Top Prize Watch List
These games have 3 or fewer top prizes remaining worth $50,000+.
| Game | Price | Top Prize | Remaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2 MILLION ROYALE (2729) | $50 | $2,000,000 | 1 |
| OPAL (2707) | $30 | $1,000,000 | 1 |
| $1,000,000 CROSSWORD (2737) | $50 | $1,000,000 | 1 |
| CASHTASTIC (2717) | $20 | $200,000 | 2 |
| CROSSWORD TIME (2755) | $20 | $200,000 | 1 |
| LIONS SHARE (2772) | $10 | $100,000 | 2 |
| FIRE & ICE (2751) | $20 | $100,000 | 2 |
| GOOD LUCK CHARM (2667) | $10 | $100,000 | 1 |
| ONE AND ONLY CROSSWORD (2747) | $10 | $100,000 | 1 |
| $10 PACKERS (2781) | $10 | $75,000 | 3 |
| MEGA SLOTS (2754) | $10 | $75,000 | 1 |
| DOUBLE TRIPLE DOLLARS (2776) | $5 | $60,000 | 1 |
New Releases This Month
| Game | Price | Top Prize | Top Left |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOUBLE TRIPLE DOLLARS (2776) | $5 | $60,000 | 1 |
| BIG CHEESE CROSSWORD (2775) | $3 | $30,000 | 3 |
| MYSTERY PRIZE CROSSWORD (2782) | $30 | $30,000 | 2 |
| ROBO BINGO (2764) | $3 | $20,000 | 3 |
| VEGGIE CASH (2768) | $1 | $2,000 | 3 |
New games have full prize pools intact, making them worth considering for players who prefer untouched games.
Games by Price Tier
| Price | Games Available | Best Game |
|---|---|---|
| $50 | 2 | $2 MILLION ROYALE (2729) |
| $30 | 4 | OPAL (2707) |
| $20 | 8 | $2,000 NOW (2748) |
| $10 | 13 | $50S & $100S EXPLOSION (2757) |
| $5 | 13 | WIN $500 (2771) |
| $3 | 8 | BIG CHEESE CROSSWORD (2775) |
| $2 | 8 | TOUCAN PLAY (2770) |
| $1 | 7 | VEGGIE CASH (2768) |
How to Use This Data
- Check live rankings before buying: Visit our Wisconsin Scratch-Off Rankings page for real-time data updated daily.
- Avoid games with all top prizes claimed — these have significantly reduced value.
- Watch the Top Prize Watch List: Games with 1 remaining top prize can drop in value overnight.
- Consider the combo strategy: Two cheaper tickets often beat one expensive one.
Related Resources
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only. All data is sourced from official state lottery websites and is updated regularly, but we cannot guarantee 100% accuracy. Lottery games are games of chance, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Please play responsibly and never spend more than you can afford to lose. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER.
