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Historic Jackpot Alert! New Jersey Player Wins More Than $1.2 Million in Largest Online Jackpot Ever Awarded Across Caesars Entertainment’s Online Casino Platforms

01/26/2026

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LAS VEGAS (Jan. 27, 2026) – Caesars Entertainment announced today that one lucky Caesars Rewards member playing on Caesars Palace Online Casino in New Jersey won $1,247,834.01 from a $30 bet on IGT PlayDigital’s MegaJackpots Cash Eruption, the largest online jackpot ever awarded across Caesars’ online casino brands. The jackpot was won on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2026.

“I was so excited, I couldn’t believe it,” said the Caesars Rewards member who won the jackpot. “I plan to take care of my family.”

The record win builds on recent jackpot history for MegaJackpots Cash Eruption across Caesars’ online casino platforms. In September 2025, more than $1.1 million in jackpots was awarded on the same title via two wide area progressive jackpots won over a seven day span.

The first of those wins was a $603,667.06 jackpot claimed from a $15 bet on Sept. 18, exactly four months before this historic win. Just days later, on Sept. 24, a player claimed a second jackpot of $527,710.07 from a $0.60 bet on the same game, in the same state and on the same platform. 

MegaJackpotsCash Eruption continues to deliver memorable moments for our players on Caesars Palace Online Casino,” said Matthew Sunderland, Senior Vice President and Chief iGaming Officer at Caesars Digital. “When a favorite title reaches milestones like this, it reinforces why we focus on a seamless experience and engaging content that resonates with our players.”

MegaJackpots Cash Eruption is part of IGT PlayDigital’s popular progressive slot series, known for its escalating prize pools across multiple states and engaging gameplay.

“MegaJackpots Cash Eruption continues its reign as one of the most widely enjoyed games in the IGT PlayDigital content portfolio and a $1.2 million jackpot payout can even further boost the game’s popularity with players,” said Gil Rotem, IGT CEO Digital. “Caesars Palace Online Casino is maximizing the reach of MegaJackpots Cash Eruption across its online casino platforms, and lucky players are reaping the benefits via record-setting jackpots in multiple states.”

Players 21 and older can download the Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino, or Caesars Sportsbook & Casino apps on iOS or Android, or visit the platforms on desktop. These platforms are available in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Ontario and West Virginia, featuring Caesars‑branded games, timeless casino classics and titles from top game providers. 

Each platform integrates Caesars Rewards®, the Company's industry-leading loyalty program. Players in the United States earn Reward Credits with every wager, redeemable for experiences at Caesars destinations across North America, including hotel stays, dining and entertainment. Built-in Responsible Gaming tools, including deposit limits, spending limits, daily time limits, and cool-off periods, help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Caesars Entertainment is an industry leader in Responsible Gaming, known for pioneering Responsible Gaming awareness and education. In 1989, Caesars became the first commercial casino company to address problem gambling by launching the industry’s first Responsible Gaming program, Project 21. Today, the Company’s commitment to ensuring all players are aware of Responsible Gaming resources remains steadfast and spans all of Caesars’ digital platforms and world-class destinations in which it operates. Caesars Entertainment proudly enforces an enhanced 21+ gaming policy that prevents individuals under the age of 21 from using Caesars Rewards and restricts access to its gaming products for individuals under the age of 21.

In March 2024, Caesars Sportsbook received the prestigious RG Check accreditation from the Responsible Gambling Council in Ontario, Canada, which recognizes companies that achieve the highest standards for their Responsible Gaming practices. Just a few months later, the Company was awarded the National Council on Problem Gambling’s award for Corporate Social Responsibility. For more information about Caesars Entertainment's Responsible Gaming program, please visit https://www.caesars.com/corporate.

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About Caesars Entertainment, Inc.
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) is the largest casino-entertainment Company in the U.S. and one of the world’s most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since its beginning in Reno, NV, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment, Inc. has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Caesars Entertainment, Inc.’s resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah’s®, Horseshoe®, and Eldorado® brand names. Caesars Entertainment, Inc. offers diversified gaming, entertainment and hospitality amenities, one-of-a-kind destinations, and a full suite of mobile and online gaming and sports betting experiences. All tied to its industry-leading Caesars Rewards loyalty program, the Company focuses on building value with its guests through a unique combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technology leadership. Caesars is committed to its employees, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER. For more information, please visit www.caesars.com/corporate.

Responsible Gaming
Online Casino apps & websites available in MI, NJ, PA, WV and ON only.

Must be 21+. See Caesars.com/sportsbook-and-casino, CaesarsPalaceOnline.com, or HorseshoeOnlineCasino.com for full terms. Void where prohibited. 

Know When To Stop Before You Start®. Gambling Problem? MI, NJ, WV, PA (Affiliated with Harrah's Philadelphia): If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) or WV: Visit 1800gambler.net; ON: Visit connexontario.ca or call 1-866-531-2600 or text CONNEX to 247247. Accruing Caesars Rewards credits is currently not available in Ontario when using Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, Caesars Palace Online Casino, and Horseshoe Online Casino. ©2026, Caesars Entertainment

Media Contacts:
Brad Harwood, bharwood@caesars.com
Dominic Holden, dholden@caesars.com

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