The new MEGA MILLIONS® built-in multiplier – here’s what you need to know

A major update has arrived for MEGA MILLIONS® players across the country. As of April 2025, the game has had one of its biggest changes in years: the Megaplier is now built into every ticket purchase. Once an optional add-on, the multiplier is now standard—giving you more value with every play.

Here’s everything you need to know about the new MEGA MILLIONS ticket format, what the change means for your non-jackpot prizes, and how the updated game works.

What’s new in the MEGA MILLIONS® game?

The most notable change to MEGA MILLIONS® is that each $5 ticket now automatically includes the Megaplier. In the past, this was an optional upgrade that cost an additional fee. Now, you no longer need to opt in or pay extra—the multiplier is included with every play.

Each draw still offers nine pri