The newly launched Millionaire for Life lottery game debuted its first drawing on Sunday, February 22, 2026, but surprisingly, there were no winners across over two dozen participating states. The winning numbers for this inaugural drawing were 1, 30, 48, 54, 58, with the Millionaire Ball number being 4.
This fresh lottery concept was introduced by the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL) on January 15. MUSL, which oversees other popular games such as Powerball and Lotto America, aims to attract a new generation of players with Millionaire for Life. Tom Seaver, the product group chair for Millionaire for Life and a senior director at the Colorado Lottery, expressed enthusiasm for the game, highlighting its appeal for ‘for life’ prizes that resonate especially well with younger audiences.
Playing the Millionaire for Life game involves selecting five numbers from a pool of 1 to 58 and one number from a separate pool ranging from 1 to 5, known as the Millionaire Ball. Drawings occur daily at 11:15 p.m. ET. To win the grand prize of $1 million annually for life, players must match all five main numbers and the Millionaire Ball. A match of just the five main numbers still yields a significant reward of $100,000 each year for life. Tickets for this enticing new game are priced at $5.
The game is available in a wide array of states, including Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, the District of Columbia, Georgia, Idaho, and many others, encompassing a total of 26 states. With the potential for life-changing rewards and the excitement of daily draws, Millionaire for Life is set to be an enticing option for lottery enthusiasts across the nation.