How To Play Mega Million

Purchase a Ticket

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Select Numbers

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Pay for the Ticket

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Check the Drawings

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Check the Winning Numbers

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Claim Your Prize

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Understand the Payouts

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Play Responsibly

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How To Play Mega Million

Purchase a Ticket

Find an authorized retailer in one of the participating states or jurisdictions where Mega Millions is offered. Buy a ticket for the next drawing.

Select Numbers

On the Mega Millions playslip, choose five main numbers from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball number from 1 to 25. Alternatively, opt for the Quick Pick option to have the numbers randomly generated for you.

Pay for the Ticket

Pay the ticket price, usually $2 per play. Some states offer the Megaplier option for an extra cost, which can increase non-jackpot winnings.

Check the Drawings

Mega Millions drawings take place twice a week, typically on Tuesdays and Fridays at 11:00 PM Eastern Time. Check the official website or local lottery for exact drawing times.

Check the Winning Numbers

After the drawing, check the Mega Millions winning numbers. If your selected numbers match the drawn numbers, you win the jackpot or a share of it, depending on the number of winners. 2.

Claim Your Prize

If you win, claim your prize within the specified timeframe, which varies by state. Smaller prizes can often be claimed at authorized retailers, while larger prizes may require a visit to the state lottery office.

Understand the Payouts

Mega Millions offers various prize tiers for matching different combinations of numbers, even if you don't hit the jackpot. Prizes can range from a few dollars to millions, depending on the matched numbers and the Megaplier option.

Play Responsibly

1. Remember that playing the lottery is a form of entertainment, and the odds of winning the jackpot are quite low. Only spend what you can afford on tickets and play responsibly.

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