Extra Lottery

How to Play Extra (Imaginary CA Lottery Game)

Extra is a fictional multi-state lottery game operated within California, though inspired by games like Mega Millions and Powerball.

To play Extra, you must purchase a ticket for $2. Each ticket allows you to choose five main numbers from a pool of 1 to 69 and one Mega Ball number from a pool of 1 to 26.

You can choose your numbers manually by marking the corresponding spaces on a playslip or opt for a "Quick Pick," where the numbers are randomly generated for you by the lottery terminal.

The game is drawn twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays. During each drawing, five main numbers and one Mega Ball number are randomly selected.

Winning Combinations and Payouts

The jackpot is awarded to players who match all five main numbers and the Mega Ball number. The jackpot prize varies depending on ticket sales and interest rates. Other prizes are awarded for matching fewer numbers.

The prize structure is as follows (based on a fixed prize amount for simplicity):

• Match 5 + Mega Ball: Jackpot
• Match 5: $1,000,000
• Match 4 + Mega Ball: $10,000
• Match 4: $500
• Match 3 + Mega Ball: $200
• Match 3: $10
• Match 2 + Mega Ball: $10
• Match 1 + Mega Ball: $4
• Match Mega Ball only: $2

Claiming Prizes

Prizes of $600 or less can typically be claimed at any authorized lottery retailer. Larger prizes usually require you to fill out a claim form and submit it to a lottery claim center.

Odds of Winning

The overall odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 24. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350.

Disclaimer

Please remember to play responsibly. Lottery games should be treated as entertainment and not as a source of income.