High 5 Games Settlement, Check If You Qualify Larsen v. PTT, LLC, No. 3:18-cv-05275

There’s money coming from High 5 Games if you ever bought virtual coins in High 5 Casino or High 5 Vegas while in Washington state. The company agreed to pay up to $30 million to settle claims that its social casino apps functioned as illegal gambling — and unlike most settlements, this one comes after a jury already ruled against High 5 once. You have until November 13, 2026 to file.

High 5 Games Settlement — Key Facts

Settlement Amount	At least $12 million, up to $30 million depending on contingent payments
Claim Deadline	November 13, 2026
Who Qualifies	Individuals who played or purchased virtual coins in High 5 Casino or High 5 Vegas in Washington between April 9, 2014, and October 1, 2022
Estimated Payout	Pro-rata share based on total purchases and number of valid claims filed
Proof Required	No — High 5’s own records and your submitted purchase history are used
Settlement Status	Preliminary approval granted August 14, 2026; pending final approval
Court & Case Number	U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington, No. 3:18-cv-05275
Law Alleged	Washington gambling laws and the Washington Consumer Protection Act
Administrator	JND Legal Administration
Official Claim Site	High5Lawsuit.com
Last Updated	September 11, 2026

Who Is High 5 Games and Why Are They Being Sued?

High 5 Games runs High 5 Casino and High 5 Vegas, social casino apps where players buy virtual coins to spin digital slot machines. The coins have no cash-out value on paper, but this case argued that didn’t matter — players had to keep buying more coins to keep playing, which a jury and then a court found functioned the same as a real-money wager under Washington law.

What Did High 5 Do to Washington Players Between 2014 and 2022?

Plaintiff Sarah Larsen sued High 5, alleging its apps let users pay real money for virtual coins that were then used exactly like gambling chips. Washington courts had already ruled that this kind of “pay-to-play” structure counts as illegal gambling under state law, regardless of whether coins convert back to cash. That legal question didn’t stay theoretical here — in February 2025, a federal jury actually found in favor of Washington players, awarding roughly $24.9 million in the underlying case.

That verdict is the detail that separates this case from most class action settlements you’ll read about. Most settlements happen specifically to avoid a jury ever answering that question. Here, a jury already did, which is likely why High 5 agreed to expand the resolution into a class-wide settlement covering the full 2014–2022 period rather than risk further trials.

Who Qualifies for the High 5 Games Settlement?

Here’s exactly how to know if this case includes you.

• Anyone who purchased virtual coins in High 5 Casino or High 5 Vegas while located in Washington between April 9, 2014, and October 1, 2022
• Players whose Washington connection is shown through billing address, IP address, or other platform data, even without a formal notice
• Users across any linked platform — Facebook, Apple, Amazon, or Google — tied to a High 5 account during the class period
• Anyone who simply played without purchasing is not eligible for a cash payment; only virtual coin purchases count toward a claim

You’re not covered if your purchases happened outside Washington, or if you already excluded yourself from the class during an earlier notice period.

High 5 Players Outside Washington — Are You Still Covered?

No. This settlement is limited to people connected to Washington during the class period, since the underlying claims are built on Washington’s specific gambling and consumer protection statutes. Players in other states who spent money on the same apps aren’t part of this class, though similar cases have targeted social casino operators nationally.

Not sure if your account activity qualifies, especially if you played across multiple platforms? A free consultation with a consumer fraud attorney can help you sort out what records to gather before the deadline.

How Much Can High 5 Games Settlement Class Members Get?

There’s no flat per-person number here, and the total fund itself is a range rather than a fixed amount. High 5 will pay an initial $4 million, followed by at least $1 million annually for up to eight years — so the “up to $30 million” figure includes additional contingent payments tied to High 5’s future net income or a liquidity event like a sale of the company. Your actual share depends on three things: how much you spent on virtual coins during the class period, how many other people file valid claims, and how much the total fund ultimately grows to over that multi-year window.

More filers and a smaller contingent payout both mean smaller individual checks. Because payments are spread across up to eight years, don’t expect a single lump-sum check even after the court approves the deal — the settlement website says payments may be issued in multiple rounds. Payments over $600 may appear on a 1099 — check with a tax professional.

Worth knowing before you file: attorneys who took a case to trial and back into settlement negotiations typically request a larger fee share than a case that settles early. Watch the court filings for the exact fee request before the final hearing.

How to File Your High 5 Games Settlement Claim — Step by Step

1. Go to the official claim site: High5Lawsuit.com, then click “File a Claim.”
2. Enter the unique ID from your settlement notice, if you received one.
3. Provide your High 5 Player ID for each app account, if known, plus any linked platform IDs (Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Google).
4. List every email address you’ve used with the apps or platforms — this is how the administrator matches your purchase history.
5. Choose electronic payment or a mailed check.
6. Submit and save your confirmation. Watch your email — JND Legal Administration will contact you if anything else is needed.

Didn’t get a notice but think you qualify? Contact the administrator directly at 1-888-663-1726 rather than guessing at your account details. You have until November 13, 2026 to file — there’s no rush today, but don’t let it slip past the deadline.

A Wrinkle Worth Watching: Apple Is Withholding Player Data

As of September 10, 2026, the lead plaintiff told the federal judge overseeing this case that Apple is refusing to hand over account data needed to identify and notify class members who played through Apple’s platform. If you played High 5 Casino or High 5 Vegas through an iPhone or iPad and never received a settlement notice, this dispute may be part of the reason — and it’s worth filing a claim directly through High5Lawsuit.com rather than waiting for a notice that data dispute could delay.

For a look at how this fits into the broader wave of litigation over social casino apps, see our coverage of Apple, Google, and Meta facing casino-style gambling app lawsuits. If you’re dealing with a similar virtual-currency gambling dispute involving a different platform, our Steam loot box lawsuit coverage explains a comparable legal theory that hasn’t reached settlement yet.

High 5 Games Settlement — Key Dates, 2026

Milestone	Date
Class Period Begins	April 9, 2014
Class Period Ends	October 1, 2022
Jury Verdict in Underlying Case	February 2025
Preliminary Approval Granted	August 14, 2026
Claim Filing Deadline	November 13, 2026
Exclusion/Opt-Out Deadline	November 13, 2026
Objection Deadline	November 13, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	December 14, 2026
Expected Payment Date	UNVERIFIED — administrator has not published a distribution date; payments issue in multiple rounds after final approval

High 5 Games Settlement — Frequently Asked Questions, No. 3:18-cv-05275

Do I need a lawyer to file a High 5 Games settlement claim?

 No. The claim form is designed for class members to complete themselves through High5Lawsuit.com or by mail.

Is the High 5 Games settlement legitimate? 

Yes. It’s a court-supervised settlement in the Western District of Washington, administered by JND Legal Administration, following an actual jury verdict against High 5 in the underlying litigation.

When will High 5 Games settlement payments be sent? 

Not before the final approval hearing on December 14, 2026, and payments will be issued in multiple rounds over as long as eight years given High 5’s installment payment structure.

What if I missed the High 5 Games claim deadline?

 Claims must be submitted online or postmarked by November 13, 2026. There’s no confirmed late-claims process, so contact the administrator directly if you’re at risk of missing it.

Will my High 5 Games settlement payment go on a 1099?

 Possibly. Payments over $600 may be reported. Talk to a tax professional about your specific payout.

Why is the settlement amount a range instead of a fixed number?

 Because High 5 is paying in installments tied partly to its future net income and the possibility of a liquidity event, like a sale of the company. The $12 million floor is guaranteed; the amount above that up to $30 million depends on how High 5 performs financially over the payment period.

What if I played through an Apple device and never got a notice?

 As of September 2026, Apple has been withholding data needed to identify and notify some class members. If you believe you qualify, file directly through High5Lawsuit.com rather than waiting for a notice.

How much could High 5 Games class members get if the fund stays at the $12 million floor?

 There’s no way to know your exact share in advance — it depends on your total purchases, how many other people file, and how the $12–30 million fund is ultimately divided after fees and costs.

Sources Used in This High 5 Games Article

• Official Settlement Website — High5Lawsuit.com, JND Legal Administration: https://www.high5lawsuit.com/
• Law360 — Apple Data Delay Stalling High 5 Casino App Deal, Player Says, September 10, 2026: https://www.law360.com/classaction/articles/2523933
• Gambling Insider — High 5 Games Ordered to Pay Nearly $25M in Social Casino Class Action Verdict: https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/28289/high-5-games-ordered-to-pay-nearly-25m-in-social-casino-class-action-verdict

Researched and written by Israr Ahmad, legal content researcher and founder of AllAboutLawyer.com. All facts verified against the official settlement website (High5Lawsuit.com) and Law360’s September 10, 2026 court reporting, as of September 11, 2026. Last Updated: September 11, 2026.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by state and individual circumstances differ. For advice about your specific situation, consult a qualified attorney.