Instant Prize Crossword
Ticket Price
$20
Top Prize
$2,000,000
Top Prizes Remaining
9
All Prizes Remaining
2,238,527
Overall Odds
1 in 3.10
Game Start
9/18/2023
Last Day to Claim
Not published by state
Last Updated
7/28/2026, 12:02:20 PM
Last Seen
7/28/2026
Prize Availability Score: 42/100
This score is an informational comparison metric based on public prize availability data. It does not predict winners or improve odds.
Source status: automated · Last checked 7/28/2026, 12:02:20 PM
Prize Tier Breakdown
Original Prize Count shows how many prizes were available when the scratch off game launched. Remaining shows how many of those prizes are still unclaimed based on the latest available lottery data.
| Prize Amount | Original Prize CountOriginal Prize Count is the number of prizes available for this prize tier when the game began. | RemainingRemaining is the number of prizes still listed as available by the official lottery source. | Claimed / No Longer Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2,000,000 | 27 | 9 | 18 |
| $25,000 | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| $10,000 | 56 | 21 | 35 |
| $5,000 | 280 | 99 | 181 |
| $2,000 | 8,426 | 3,095 | 5,331 |
| $1,000 | 22,525 | 8,232 | 14,293 |
| $500 | 59,047 | 21,155 | 37,892 |
| $250 | 84,272 | 30,446 | 53,826 |
| $200 | 181,913 | 64,830 | 117,083 |
| $100 | 829,444 | 292,002 | 537,442 |
| $50 | 1,550,454 | 550,008 | 1,000,446 |
| $25 | 3,558,192 | 1,268,609 | 2,289,583 |
Example: if a $50,000 prize tier started with 160 prizes and 52 remain, that means 108 of those prizes have already been claimed or are no longer available.
Prize counts can change as winners claim prizes and lottery records are updated. Always verify prize availability with the official lottery website before purchasing or playing.
Recent History
| Date | Top Prizes Remaining | All Prizes Remaining |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | 9 | 2,238,527 |
| 7/27/2026 | 9 | 2,240,211 |
| 7/27/2026 | 9 | 2,240,211 |
| 7/26/2026 | 9 | 2,242,593 |
| 7/26/2026 | 9 | 2,242,593 |
| 7/25/2026 | 9 | 2,245,102 |
| 7/25/2026 | 9 | 2,247,572 |
| 7/24/2026 | 9 | 2,247,572 |
| 7/24/2026 | 9 | 2,249,523 |
| 7/23/2026 | 9 | 2,249,523 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many top prizes are left in Instant Prize Crossword (#1590)?
As of the latest California Lottery update, Instant Prize Crossword (#1590) has 9 top prizes of $2,000,000 remaining.
What are the overall odds of winning Instant Prize Crossword?
The overall odds of winning any prize in Instant Prize Crossword are 1 in 3.10. Overall odds include every prize tier, not just the top prize, and do not change as prizes are claimed.
How much does a Instant Prize Crossword ticket cost?
A Instant Prize Crossword scratch-off ticket costs $20 in California.
Can you still win Instant Prize Crossword if the top prize is gone?
Yes. Even after top prizes are claimed, 2,238,527 total prizes remain across all tiers of Instant Prize Crossword. Always check remaining prize data before buying.