MEGA MILLIONS®: A guide to playing in West Virginia

MEGA MILLIONS® is one of the most popular multi-state draw games in the United States, offering participants the chance to win life-changing jackpots.

West Virginia residents can participate in MEGA MILLIONS draws by purchasing tickets at authorized retailers or online through the West Virginia Lottery’s official platform.

With this in mind, here’s everything you need to know to get started.

How MEGA MILLIONS® works

MEGA MILLIONS® is played by selecting six numbers from two separate pools of numbers – five different numbers from 1 to 70 (the white balls) and one number from 1 to 24 (the gold Mega Ball) – or select Easy Pick/Quick Pick. You win the jackpot by matching all six winning numbers in a drawing. In the event of multiple jackpot winners, the jackpot prize will be shared.

The jackpot grows with each draw until there is a winner. In addition to the jackpot, eight other prize tiers reward matching combinations of the main numbers and the Mega Ball​​.

Drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM ET​. You can enter multiple draws at once using the “Multi-Draw” option, making it easy to stay in the game without having to repurchase tickets for every draw​.

The NEW MEGA MILLIONS®

New $5 Game with Built-In Multiplier

• The Multiplier is now included in the price of a single $5 wager.
• A 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or 10X Multiplier will be randomly assigned for every play at time of purchase.
• Win a minimum of $10 and up to $10 million on non-jackpot prizes, up from $2 to $1 million for current prizes.
• Every winning ticket will pay out at least 2X the price.
• Jackpots start at $50 million (up from $20 million).
• Jackpots are expected to grow faster and get to higher dollar amounts more frequently in the new game.
• Prizes for Match 5 (match five white balls) with the new built-in Multiplier will range from $2 million up to $10 million.
• The prize for matching the Mega Ball alone will now be between $10 and $50, depending on the Multiplier amount.

Where to play MEGA MILLIONS®

West Virginia residents can purchase tickets at licensed retailers across the state or play online through the West Virginia Lottery’s official website and mobile app​​.

When playing online, you’ll need to create an account, deposit funds, and select your numbers. Online play offers the convenience of purchasing tickets from anywhere within the state, while also keeping them all in one place so you never lose a ticket.

Key steps for online play

1. Register and verify your account: Provide your name, address, and date of birth to confirm eligibility. You’ll also need the last four digits of your Social Security Number. 
2. Deposit funds: Add funds to your account through secure payment methods.
3. Select your numbers: Choose your five main numbers and one Mega Ball number, or use Quick Pick.
4. Submit and confirm: Review your ticket and confirm your entry. Once submitted, a digital copy of your ticket will be available in your account.

How to check your results

Results are posted on the West Virginia Lottery’s website shortly after the drawing. You can log in to your account to see if your numbers match the draw results. If you’ve won a prize, winnings from lower-tier prizes are automatically deposited into your account. Instructions on how to claim your winnings will be provided​​ for larger prizes.

Playing responsibly

The West Virginia Lottery encourages all players to participate responsibly. Tools such as deposit limits, self-exclusion options, and time reminders are available to help manage your play​​. Remember, MEGA MILLIONS® is a game of chance, and while it offers exciting prize opportunities, there is no guarantee of winning​.

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