Pull Tab Tickets

Pull tab tickets (also known as break opens) are similar to traditional lottery tickets, but are made from two layers of heavy paper, glued together, with die cut "tabs" that pull open to reveal symbols or numbers.

The main object of the game is to match the symbols on the inside of the ticket(s) to the winning combination(s) that are identified on the front of the ticket face or flare card. Ticket(s) containing a winning combination are turned in by the player to receive the corresponding monetary prize amount.

Winning combinations of symbols are typically displayed horizontally within a single window. However, there are also games where winning symbols are displayed vertically or diagonally, or as a combination of horizontal, vertical and/or diagonal.

Horizontal Match 3 Example

To win, players simply match three of the same symbols in a single horizontal row. The prize amount shown on a winning inset corresponds to the matching three symbols as shown on the ticket face.

Criss Cross Example

To win, players must have a combination of two matching "anchor" symbols and one winning symbol. The prize amount shown on a winning inset corresponds to the winning combination of symbols as shown on the ticket face. Games with criss cross play often have multiple winners, where more than one winning combination occurs on a single ticket.

Protect yourself and your profits by using these three security features:

1 Serial Number

Compare the serial number on the presented ticket to the serial number on the check sheet provided with all games. These numbers will always match on a valid winner.

2 Win-Code®

On applicable tier levels, the Win-Code number is located inside a yellow rectangle in a window of a winning ticket. Look for that number on the list of numbers printed on the front of the check sheet. If the number does not appear on the check sheet, the ticket is not a valid winner.

3 EZ Paycode™

EZ PayCode displays the total prize amount for a winning ticket. If a ticket passes the two checks explained above, find the EZ PayCode amount printed either inside the left edge of one of the windows of the ticket or in a colored box that replaces one of the symbols in the ticket. That dollar amount is the exact amount to be paid on the ticket.

The Five Different Types of Players

1. Newbies

These players are new to the game, and they've never played pull tabs before. The easiest way to get them involved is to offer pull tabs at a low-risk price that they can afford.

2. Beginners

Beginners are usually low spenders who will likely participate in 10¢, 25¢ or 50¢ games, and will continue to reinvest their winnings into additional low-cost pull tab purchases.

3. Average Joes

Players who typically have an amount set aside to spend on pull tabs at various ticket prices. They play for entertainment and excitement, and enjoy lower cost pull tabs because they offer more chances to win for their money. This group enjoys the value of playing more versus winning the jackpot.

4. Big Spenders

Serious, high dollar players that track winnings and serial numbers, and press for what has been paid out. They have no set limits since their goal is to WIN!

5. Non-Gamblers

These players play for merchandise prizes, not cash prizes. They want to win something for a spouse, grandkids, etc...

The more pull tab tickets a player opens, the better their chances are of becoming a winner! As players win, they will typically move up the scale in how much they spend. For instance, a player who often wins on 25¢ pull tabs will likely purchase 50¢ pull tabs.