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How to Play Mega MillionsThere are more ways to play Mega Millions now than ever before, but it can be hard to keep track of them. Here’s how to play. Game PlayThere are three options when purchasing a Mega Millions ticket. First, you can pick the numbers yourself. Select five numbers between 1 and 70 and one Mega Ball number between 1 and 25. Second, if you don't want to pick yourself, you can use Easy Pick and let the computer choose five random numbers and one random Mega Ball number. Finally, if you have one or two lucky numbers you always pick but don't want to choose the rest, you can combine the two other options by picking the numbers you want and letting Easy Pick choose the rest. Ways to PlayA standard ticket costs $2. You can win the jackpot or any non-jackpot prize. The Megaplier feature gives you the option to multiply (from two to five times) the value of any non-jackpot prize you win based upon the Megaplier ball that is drawn. Add the Megaplier feature for an additional $1 per set of numbers. There are Virginia Lottery Game Machines at more than 1,500 locations throughout the state of Virginia, so you don't need to worry about waiting in line to get your ticket. Just pay with your debit card, and you’re done. You don't have to go to your local grocery or convenience store to play Mega Millions. If you're a Virginia resident, you have the option to play online. All you have to do is register your account, deposit funds and start playing! A standard ticket costs $2. You can win the jackpot or any non-jackpot prize. The Megaplier feature gives you the option to multiply (from two to five times) the value of any non-jackpot prize you win based upon the Megaplier ball that is drawn. Add the Megaplier feature for an additional $1 per set of numbers. You can get two Easy Pick plays that each give you the chance to win only the jackpot prize. The two plays together cost $3, which saves you $1. Look at and fill out the bottom of the playslip to play for Just the Jackpot. Available at retail stores only. How to WinA player wins the jackpot by matching all five numbers and the Mega Ball number. A player wins $1 million by matching only the first five numbers. That prize (and any non-jackpot prize) can be multiplied if the player purchases the Megaplier option when buying the ticket. A player who matches four numbers and the Mega Ball wins $10,000; matching four numbers means a $500 win. Matching three numbers plus the Mega Ball means a $200 win and matching three numbers without the Mega Ball means a $10 win. A player who matches two balls and the Mega Ball wins $10; matching one ball and the Mega Ball wins $4. Matching only the Mega Ball means a $2 win. Play Now Click to download PDF Last modified11/15/22 Download Article Download Article The only way to have any chance at winning the Mega Millions lottery is to play the game, but there is no way to guarantee a win. Certain number patterns do appear more commonly among past winning combinations, but ultimately, the only proven way to improve your own odds is to play more than one ticket per game.
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Advertisement ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX To win the Mega Millions, start by purchasing more than 1 ticket at a time to increase your chances of winning. Then, choose a completely different set of numbers for each ticket to maximize your odds of winning at least 1 of the smaller prizes. When picking your 5 main numbers, choose an even mix of odd and even numbers, since winning combinations of all even or odd strings are extremely rare. Additionally, combine high and low numbers so that 2 or 3 numbers are between 1 through 38, and the rest are between 38 through 75. For more advice, including how to improve your odds of winning with “hot” and “cold” numbers, keep reading. Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 363,772 times. Reader Success Stories
Did this article help you?What are the ways to win Mega Millions?Matching four numbers plus the “Mega Ball” would net the player $10,000. Matching four numbers without the “Mega Ball” would earn the player a $500 prize. Matching three numbers and the “Mega Ball” is worth $200. Matching three numbers, or matching two numbers and the “Mega Ball,” will win a player $10.
How much is 3 numbers in Mega Millions?The odds of getting three correct numbers are a bit better at 606 to 1, but you still take home $10.
How much do you win with 2 numbers on Mega Millions?Two numbers will not win you anything in Mega Millions, unless one of the numbers is the Mega Ball.
Do the numbers have to be in exact order to win Mega Millions?Not at all! In a lotto game like Mega Millions, the order in which the numbers are drawn does not matter. The numbers on your ticket are always shown in numerical order, as are the winning numbers for each drawing as reported here on megamillions.com. That makes them easy to compare.
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