$10 /ticket
Overall odds of winning: 1 in 3.47
$100,000 Crossword Blowout
Play the Game
$100,000 Crossword Blowout is a $10 set FastPlay game with a $100,000 top prize. With set FastPlay games, you have a chance to win the top prize or other cash prizes.
To play $100,000 Crossword Blowout, follow the “HOW TO WIN” instructions: Match YOUR CALL LETTERS to the letters in the MAIN PUZZLE and BONUS WORD. Complete 3 or more words, horizontal or vertical, to win the corresponding PRIZE shown in the PRIZE LEGEND. Completing only the BONUS WORD wins $10. Partial words do not count.
Check to See if You’ve Won
The outcome of your FastPlay ticket will be displayed at the end of the animation, and wins will be highlighted. You can also find your outcome in your online “My Account” section.
If you do not view the animation, your game outcome will automatically appear in your online “My Account” approximately 24 hours after purchase.
Claim Your Winnings
Any win of $600 or less will be automatically added to your online account wallet. However, if such winnings cause your total account balance to exceed $2,000, the excess winnings will be sent to you via check. Any win over $600 must be claimed by mail or at an Illinois Lottery Claim Center. Prizes of $10,000 or less may also be redeemed through an Illinois Lottery e-Claim. For more information please visit When You Win.
FastPlay prizes must be claimed within one year of the date of purchase.
