Michigan Winfall

Reply #10

DoctorEw220 — Wed, 10 Nov 2004 03:59:24 GMT

the only problem with $2 ticket prices is that it does not always mean higher jackpots since $2 tickets don't generate player support.

Reply #9

Bradly_60 — Wed, 10 Nov 2004 03:31:22 GMT

Thanks for that Jake. I does make more sense I guess now.Brad

Reply #8

Jake649 — Wed, 10 Nov 2004 03:01:35 GMT

Let me explain how a $2 ticket can grow larger jackpots. Using round numbers to make the explanation easier, say for a $1 ticket, 0.25 goes to fund the jackpot, 0.25 goes to lower tier prizes and 0.50 goes for expenses and profit. With a $2 ticket, the split can be 0.25 for lower tier prizes (because the lower tier prizes stay the same), $1 to expenses and profit (maintains the 50% ratio) and that leaves 0.75 to fund the jackpot. That means three times more goes to fund jackpots for $2 tickets a... [ More ]

Reply #7

Bradly_60 — Wed, 10 Nov 2004 01:15:12 GMT

I also filled out the survey and told them to keep WinFall. They just need to find a way to get the jackpot rolling faster. It just takes too long in between the WinFalls. But if they had to get rid of it..(for the schools sake) I would probably play the other game too. But you guys aren't making very good points. Yes it is $2 a ticket. I would not buy the same amount of tickets I would of if they were only $1. I would buy $10 either way. So I would get 10 $1 tickets or 5 $2. I really c... [ More ]

Reply #6

DoctorEw220 — Wed, 10 Nov 2004 00:39:38 GMT

The $2 price means that the jackpot would only double compared to the average right now. Huge jackpots, such as those that come with Powerball and Mega Millions, are generated because several states are involved, with a huge population playing. THAT is the key to huge jackpots. Perhaps getting PA or IN involved would help. Also, WV could use another multi-million dollar jackpot game.

Reply #5

CASH Only — Tue, 09 Nov 2004 21:55:29 GMT

Jake:Because IMO certain games drag down the lottery industry. Remember the US still has annuity-only lottery games.

Reply #4

Jake649 — Tue, 09 Nov 2004 19:23:42 GMT

Quote: Originally posted by CASH Only on November 09, 2004I'd like to see PA offer this game too, and replace Unlucky for Life with it.Why do you want PA to offer this game when you do not even know the particulars of this game. The design of the new game has not been been finalized yet.I also do not understand the constant mention of games you do not like. If you do not like a game, then simply do not play it. What I find more relevant are games which are liked that may be terminated. It... [ More ]

Reply #3

Jake649 — Tue, 09 Nov 2004 19:18:16 GMT

Quote: Originally posted by DoctorEw220 on November 09, 2004there would have to be more states involved with the game for jackpots to get THAT high.They are looking at a $2 ticket. That would create large jackpots.Good luck,Jake

Reply #2

DoctorEw220 — Tue, 09 Nov 2004 19:08:31 GMT

there would have to be more states involved with the game for jackpots to get THAT high.

Reply #1

CASH Only — Tue, 09 Nov 2004 14:36:16 GMT

Michigan would offer this game along with Ohio.I'd like to see PA offer this game too, and replace Unlucky for Life with it.

Michigan Winfall

Jake649 — Tue, 09 Nov 2004 13:58:28 GMT

The Michigan Lottery is thinking about replacing their Winfall game with a new regional game with other states. They have a survey on their site (http://www.michigan.gov/lottery) asking for players' opinions.I filled out the survey asking them to keep the Winfall game. They are proposing a regional game with jackpots of 40M to 50M. These jackpots are too similar to the jackpots offered by Mega Millions. I told them they need to keep a game with jackpots in the 2M to 5M range. I also like the rol... [ More ]