Ohio lottery players have something brand new to look forward to. A fresh multi-state game called Millionaire for Life has officially stepped in, replacing the longtime favorite Lucky for Life — and the prizes are a whole lot bigger.
A New Game With Bigger Dreams
The new game kicked off on Sunday, February 22, 2026, right after Lucky for Life wrapped up its final drawing on February 21, 2026. While many players loved the old game, this upgrade is all about larger lifetime payouts and more chances to win.
Here’s what makes the new game stand out:
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💰 Top Prize: $1 million a year for life
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💵 Second Prize: $100,000 a year for life
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🎟️ Ticket Cost: $5 per play
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📅 Drawings: Every night at 11:15 p.m.
That’s a serious jump from Lucky for Life, which offered:
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$1,000 a day for life as the top prize
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$25,000 a year for life as the second prize
How to Play
Playing Millionaire for Life is simple:
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Pick five numbers from 1 to 58
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Choose one Millionaire Ball number from 1 to 5
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Or just go with a Quick Pick and let the machine choose for you
There are nine different ways to win, so you don’t need to hit the jackpot to walk away with cash. In fact, you can start winning by:
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Matching just one white ball plus the Millionaire Ball, or
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Matching two white balls
Of course, the big prize — $1 million a year for life — goes to anyone who matches all five numbers plus the Millionaire Ball.
Payout Options
Winners of the top two prizes receive annuity payments with a guaranteed minimum payout period. Prefer cash up front? A lump-sum option may also be available.
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