None of Massachusetts’ gambling forms has a longer history than lottery. Since 1971, when its enabling legislation was passed and tickets first went on sale in March 1972, Massachusetts’ lottery has generated billions in funds for the Bay State and paid out millions in prizes to lucky winners – even now with its array of drawing games and instant scratch-offs there’s something fun and engaging for everyone to try their luck at winning big!
State-run games in Massachusetts include The Numbers Game, an easy four-digit draw that offers players a chance at big prizes based on how many of their numbers match those drawn in each draw. Matching numbers determine prize size – up to $100,000 can be won! Bet types available to players include straight, box, and straight/box combinations – making The Numbers Game an appealing lottery option in Massachusetts.
The Numbers Game draws are held twice daily at 2:00 pm and 9:00 pm respectively, and results for each drawing can be found here after every drawing. A quick look through will tell you whether you have won anything; additionally, this page provides detailed information about how the game works, its rules, and how you can play!
While most lottery players understand the large jackpots on offer, some may not recognize the smaller prize tiers that still offer substantial cash rewards. Although the top prizes for Numbers Game remain consistent over time, other prize tiers vary based on ticket sales and player bet type selection.
In addition to traditional draw games, the Lottery provides instant win games, keno contests and multi-state lottery games like Mega Millions and Powerball that offer the chance of quick big cash wins with minimal effort required – these instant win games have proven immensely popular across Texas; media coverage even included when one lucky winner’s jackpot hit over $18!
The Massachusetts Lottery sells its games at numerous retail locations, such as convenience stores, gas stations and smoke shops. Residents can also buy lottery tickets through third-party apps like Jackpocket. The Lottery does not offer online lottery gaming to non-residents; however, Megabucks Doubler and Lucky for Life programs allow non-residents to purchase Mega Millions and Powerball tickets from within their respective home states. The Massachusetts Lottery website and mobile app both provide information on how and where to purchase tickets as well as prize winners in each game. Furthermore, online services of the Lottery are only available to Massachusetts residents over 18 who have registered their tickets – this process is free! Furthermore, both services provide convenient ways of managing lottery tickets and viewing results.