Whether you play the lottery in person or online, there are several different types of lottery games. Some of the most popular are Mega Millions and Powerball. Both of these are available around the world. However, there are other lottery games that are only available in certain jurisdictions.

Mega Millions is known for frequently awarding multi-million jackpots. In order to win, players must match five numbers from a pool of 70. The ticket costs $2. In addition, there is an additional pool of numbers. The odds of winning are one in 302,575,350.

Powerball is a national lottery that is played in 21 states, including Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. The ticket costs $2 and players must choose one Powerball out of 26 options.

Daily lotteries are available in most states. These lotteries allow players to choose from four or five selections. Most daily lotteries have smaller jackpots than some of the larger lotteries. They also offer better odds.

In order to play the lottery, you must be at least 18 years of age. However, some states have a minimum age of 19 or 21. If you are underage, you can face heavy fines or jail time.

The laws of the United States vary greatly from state to state. There are different rules for each lottery game. However, each lottery has a jackpot amount that is determined by the state’s regulations. Some lottery jackpots are progressive, meaning that they increase in value after each draw.