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Jackpot.com and THNDR Partner to Bring Skill Gaming to Lottery

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Jackpot.com and THNDR have joined forces to revolutionize the gaming experience in the lottery industry by integrating skill-based games into their offerings. This partnership, formally announced on July 9, 2026, marks a significant shift towards interactive gaming experiences that engage players beyond traditional lottery formats.

THNDR, a B2B platform specializing in skill games for regulated operators, has become a trailblazer by partnering with Jackpot.com, one of the leading digital lottery couriers. By introducing player-versus-player (PvP) skill games, they aim to create a new category within the gaming market, allowing users to play and compete while they purchase their lottery products.

A New Way to Play

The functionality of this partnership offers Jackpot.com users the thrilling opportunity to engage in head-to-head competitions. Starting with popular skill-based games, players can challenge each other in titles like Solitaire and Blocks. Moreover, the addition of tournaments will provide players with reasons to return daily and weekly, enhancing their overall gaming experience.

Desiree Dickerson, CEO and co-founder of THNDR, stated, "Launches at this scale are how skill gaming goes mainstream." She emphasized the importance of the THNDR network that provides a robust platform for real-time gaming, with on-demand opponents always available. The inherent legal controls and compliance work already established through THNDR also played a role in the partnership's success, making this integration smoother than many traditional gaming launches.

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THNDR’s expansive network includes over 25 partners across various domains such as sportsbooks and daily fantasy platforms, having facilitated more than 160 million games with an impressive 99.99% match-fill rate. This vast network enables Jackpot.com players to be instantly matched with opponents, creating a seamless and engaging gaming experience.

Furthermore, with a patented game verification system and a balanced win rate for matches, players can expect fair play and a vibrant competitive environment that stresses not only entertainment but also integrity in gaming.

Dharin Nanavati, Chief Growth Officer at Jackpot.com, highlighted the company’s vision for the future of gaming, stating, "Jackpot.com has always envisioned a single platform where every type of player finds their game. The launch of skill games and tournaments is the next step in that vision." With skill games now integrated, they are set to cater to a broader audience, striving to retain players' interest and enhance engagement.

Compliance Built-In

One of the unique aspects of skill games is their legal categorization, distinct from games of chance. This legal clarity is paramount, particularly in lottery-adjacent products, to ensure that operations remain compliant. The THNDR CEO also chairs the Online Skill Games (OSG) Committee under the International Gaming Standards Association (IGSA), reflecting their commitment to uphold the highest standards in gaming legality and compliance.

Availability

Players can now access THNDR’s PvP skill games and tournaments via Jackpot.com in select states, including Arkansas, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Ohio. The games are available through the Jackpot.com app, downloadable on both iOS and Android platforms.

About THNDR

THNDR has been a game-changer in the realm of skill-based gaming since 2019, providing a white-label skill game layer for regulated operators. The platform has seen remarkable success, with over 166 million games played and verified to date, and the onboarding process for new operators can take as little as 5 to 10 days.

About Jackpot.com

Jackpot.com offers customers the convenience of purchasing official state lottery tickets through their mobile phones, tablets, or computers. Currently available in several states, including Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Ohio, Jackpot.com is in the process of expanding its lottery courier services across the United States while ensuring robust responsible gaming measures are in place, collaborating with organizations such as the National Council on Problem Gambling.

Overall, the partnership between Jackpot.com and THNDR not only enhances the user experience by introducing skill games into the lottery realm but also showcases how innovation can lead to a more engaging and interactive gaming environment.