The Lottery in West Virginia is a popular way to try your chances on a range of draw games. What’s more, you can purchase your tickets, see results and even play Scratch-Offs online via the official website or app from any compatible device, anywhere you have internet access.
One of the most popular iLottery games is the West Virginia Lottery Powerball, which is drawn three times a week.
Read on to find out more about Powerball!
What is Powerball?
Powerball is a multi-stake game that costs just two dollars to play. Draws are made every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Plus, for an extra dollar, you can opt into the ‘Power Play’, which has the potential to multiply your winnings from two to ten times!
Where to play
Playing Powerball has never been easier. Not only can you play using a traditional paper play slip from your local retailer, but you can also try your chances using a Lottery vending machine in selected locations, via the official website or app on your compatible device.
As long as you’re within the state of West Virginia and eligible for an account, you can play Powerball draw games anywhere you have a stable and reliable internet connection.
How to play Powerball
If you choose to play online, the vending machines and mobile app will guide you through how to process your ticket.
On a paper play slip, you’ll need to either use blue or black ink, or a pencil. All play slips have five panels marked A through E. This means you can participate in just one draw, or up to five.
There’s also the ‘multidraw’ option, which allows you to play the same numbers for up to 24 future draws. If you choose the Power Play option, each play after your first will cost an additional dollar rather than two.
To play, you’ll need to select five numbers between one and 69, and one number ranging from one to 26 for the Powerball.
If you’re unsure which numbers to pick, you can choose the ‘quick pick’ option and let the computer randomly select them for you.
What’s the aim of the game?
The aim of Powerball is to either match only the Powerball, by matching the Powerball alongside any of the first five numbers, or by matching at least three of the first five numbers without the Powerball.
Remember, the ‘Power Play’ option has the potential to multiply your winnings even further!
How to sign up for an online account
If you are looking to play any draw game online in West Virginia, you’ll need to sign up for an account. To ensure you’re eligible, you may need to provide proof of ID and other personal information such as your name, email and address.
The West Virginia Lottery site is fully licensed and regulated, so you can rest assured that your data and personal information are secure. You’ll also find lots of additional information about the draw games and Scratch-Offs you can play online.
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