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The West Virginia Lottery offers a variety of games. Whether you prefer simple number selection or games with added complexity, there's a Lottery game for everyone. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the options.
1. Multi-State jackpot games
West Virginia participates in some of the biggest Lottery games in the U.S., including Powerball and Mega Millions.
- Powerball: Powerball is known for its large jackpots, often reaching hundreds of millions of dollars. Players pick five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. For an extra $1, players can add Power Play, which multiplies non-jackpot payouts by up to 10 times. Draws occur every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 11:00 PM ET. The jackpot starts at $20 million and rolls over until someone wins, creating some of the largest payouts on offer.
- Mega Millions: Similar to Powerball, Mega Millions offers massive jackpots and nine ways to win. Players select five numbers from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball number from 1 to 25. The optional Megaplier feature costs an extra $1 and multiplies non-jackpot payouts. Draws are held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 11:00 PM ET. The jackpot starts at $20 million.
2. Daily draw games
Daily draw games provide quick and frequent opportunities to play, with draws taking place every evening.
- Daily 3: In Daily 3, players choose a three-digit number between 000 and 999. There are several ways to play, including betting on an exact match (in exact order) or selecting numbers that can appear in any order. This flexibility allows players the chance at a payout even if their numbers are slightly off. Drawings are held daily at 6:59 PM ET, and the top payout is $500 for a $1 exact-order bet.
- Daily 4: For players looking for a little more complexity, Daily 4 is a four-digit version of Daily 3. Players pick a four-digit number (0000-9999), with various bet types available, such as Exact or Any Order. The top payout for an Exact Bet is $5,000. Like Daily 3, the draw takes place daily at 6:59 PM ET. Tickets must be bought for both daily games 10 minutes before the draws.
3. Lotto America
A lesser-known game is Lotto America, which is similar to Powerball but offers smaller jackpots starting at $2 million. Players choose five numbers from 1 to 52 and a single Star Ball number from 1 to 10. The All Star Bonus option, for an additional $1, multiplies non-jackpot payouts. Lotto America is drawn on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 11:00 PM ET.
4. West Virginia-exclusive games
West Virginia Lottery offers games that are exclusive to the state, giving local players unique chances to win.
- Cash 25: This game is a favorite among West Virginia residents. Players pick six numbers from a pool of 1 to 25, with the jackpot starting at $25,000. Draws take place on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 6:59 PM ET. Cash 25 offers solid odds and good payouts for a game that’s available only to West Virginians
- CA$H POP: For players looking for multiple chances to win throughout the day, CA$H POP offers five daily draws (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM, and 11:59 PM ET). Players pick one number from 1 to 15, and the size of potential payouts depends on your wager and the drawn number.
5. KENO GO
If you prefer fast-paced gameplay, KENO GO offers drawings every three minutes. Players select up to 10 numbers from a pool of 80, and payouts are based on how many of your numbers match those drawn. This game provides lots of flexibility compared to some of the other options.
