High 5 Games Social Casino Class Action Settlement
High 5 Games Social Casino Class Action Settlement
The companies behind the High 5 Casino and High 5 Vegas social casino apps agreed to a settlement of at least $12 million and up to $30 million over claims that in-app purchases of virtual coins violated Washington's gambling and consumer protection laws. People in Washington who played or bought virtual coins in either app between April 9, 2014 and October 1, 2022 can file a claim for a share of the fund based on how much they spent. The claim deadline is January 4, 2027.
Settlement fund
$12M to $30M
Paid over multiple years
Top payout
Based on spend
Share tied to your coin purchases
Claim deadline
Jan 4, 2027
98 days remaining
You may be owed money
Filing is free and takes a few minutes. Deadline: Jan 4, 2027.
Do you qualify?
You are a Class Member if ALL of the following apply:
- You played or purchased virtual coins in High 5 Casino or High 5 Vegas after April 9, 2014 and before October 1, 2022.
- You were in Washington at the time, as identified by billing address, IP address, or platform provider information.
- No proof of purchase is required. The Settlement Administrator calculates spending from the defendants' transaction records using your Player ID and email addresses.
- Excluded: Anyone who opts out of the settlement by the January 4, 2027 deadline.
Not sure if you qualify? Call the Settlement Administrator at 1-888-663-1726, email info@High5Lawsuit.com, or visit High5Lawsuit.com.
What happened
Plaintiff Rick Larsen sued PTT, LLC, doing business as High 5 Games, LLC, and High 5 Entertainment, LLC, which operate the social casino apps High 5 Casino and High 5 Vegas. The lawsuit alleged that in-app purchases of virtual coins used to play casino-style games violated Washington's gambling statutes and Consumer Protection Act, which allow people to recover money lost on illegal gambling. According to the court filings, a jury returned a verdict in the plaintiff's favor in February 2025, and the Court entered judgment in June 2025. The parties then agreed to this settlement.
The defendants deny all wrongdoing. The parties agreed to settle to avoid the cost, risk, and delay of further proceedings, including appeals. In addition to money, the defendants agreed to maintain a voluntary self-exclusion policy, tools to restrict or block virtual coin purchases, account suspension and closure options, and at least one game that can keep being played without buying coins.
How to file a claim
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1. Confirm you are eligible
You qualify if you played or purchased virtual coins in High 5 Casino or High 5 Vegas while in Washington after April 9, 2014 and before October 1, 2022. If you are unsure, call the Settlement Administrator at 1-888-663-1726.
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2. Understand your payment
Your payment depends on how much you spent on virtual coins during the class period, how many valid claims are filed, and how much the defendants ultimately pay into the fund. The fund starts with a $4 million initial payment, followed by annual payments of at least $1 million for up to 8 years, plus contingent payments tied to the defendants' net income or a sale of the business, for a total of at least $12 million and no more than $30 million. Payments may be made in multiple rounds over several years.
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3. File online or by mail
Submit the Claim Form online at the High 5 claim portal by January 4, 2027. The form asks for your High 5 Player ID for each app account, your Facebook, Apple, Amazon, or Google platform ID, and every email address linked to those accounts. You can choose payment by check, Zelle, Venmo, or direct deposit. You can also mail a paper Claim Form to High 5 Games Settlement, c/o JND Legal Administration, PO Box 91300, Seattle, WA 98111. Documents are posted at High5Lawsuit.com.
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4. Receive your payment
The first distribution is made after the Court grants final approval at the February 8, 2027 Final Approval Hearing and any appeals are resolved. Additional distributions are expected over a multi-year period as the defendants make their payments. Checks expire 90 days after they are issued, so cash them promptly.
Key dates
- Jan 4, 2027 Opt-out & objection deadline Upcoming
- Jan 4, 2027 Claim filing deadline Upcoming
- Feb 8, 2027 Final Fairness Hearing (3:00 p.m. PT) Upcoming
- TBD after final approval Payments issued to claimants Pending
The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for Monday, February 8, 2027 at 3:00 p.m. PT before the Honorable Tiffany M. Cartwright in Courtroom C, 1717 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98402. The Court will also consider Class Counsel's request for attorneys' fees of no more than 35% of the Settlement Fund plus unreimbursed costs, and a service award of up to $15,000 for Plaintiff Rick Larsen. Claims, opt-outs, and objections are all due January 4, 2027. The Court may move the hearing, so check High5Lawsuit.com for updates before traveling.
Where the money is going
The defendants will pay at least $12 million and no more than $30 million into a non-reversionary Settlement Fund over time: a $4 million initial payment, baseline annual payments of $1 million for 8 years, contingent payments of 20% of audited net income (capped at $1 million per year), and 20% of net proceeds if the business is sold or unwound before payments are complete. Attorneys' fees, the service award, and administration costs come out of the fund, and the rest is distributed to claimants based on their purchases. Unclaimed funds go to the Legal Foundation of Washington.
All amounts listed above are pending and subject to final court approval at the Final Approval Hearing. The Court may award less than the amounts requested. The total fund above the $12 million minimum depends on the defendants' future net income and any sale of the business, and individual payments depend on each claimant's purchases and the number of valid claims.
Common questions
How much money will I receive?
The amount is not fixed. Your share depends on how much you spent on virtual coins during the class period, how many valid claims are filed, and how much the defendants pay into the fund, which is at least $12 million and no more than $30 million. Payments may arrive in several rounds over multiple years.
Do I need to submit proof of purchase?
No proof of purchase is required. The Settlement Administrator calculates your spending from the defendants' transaction records. You do need to provide your High 5 Player ID, platform ID, and the email addresses linked to your accounts so your purchases can be matched.
What if I didn’t receive a notice?
Yes, you can still file. The Claim Form does not ask for a notice ID. It identifies you by your High 5 Player ID, your Facebook, Apple, Amazon, or Google platform ID, and associated email addresses. If you need help finding these, contact JND Legal Administration at 1-888-663-1726 or info@High5Lawsuit.com before January 4, 2027.
Does staying in the class affect my right to sue later?
If you stay in the settlement, you give up the right to sue the defendants and related parties over the claims released in the Settlement Agreement, whether or not you file a claim, and you cannot argue that virtual coins are things of value under Washington law. To keep your rights, you must opt out by January 4, 2027, by email to exclusions@High5Lawsuit.com or by mail.
When will payments be sent out?
The first distribution comes after the Court grants final approval at the February 8, 2027 Final Approval Hearing and after any appeals are resolved. Additional distributions follow over several years as the defendants make annual and contingent payments.
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This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Dapeer Law, P.A. is not the administrator of this settlement and is not affiliated with PTT, LLC (d/b/a High 5 Games, LLC) and High 5 Entertainment, LLC, JND Legal Administration (the Settlement Administrator), or Class Counsel Todd Logan of Edelson PC, Brandt Silverkorn of Edelson PC, Amy B. Hausmann of Edelson PC, Lauren Blazing of Edelson PC, and Cecily C. Jordan of Tousley Brain Stephens PLLC. The case is Larsen v. PTT, LLC (d/b/a High 5 Games, LLC) and High 5 Entertainment, LLC, Case No. 3:18-cv-05275-TMC, pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington before the Honorable Tiffany M. Cartwright. Class representatives are Rick Larsen. High 5 Games denies wrongdoing. This website is attorney advertising. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.