Lottery Games
The articles on lottery games that deserve attention and place on this web site. More articles to be soon added. In the meantime you can explore Keno, one of the most famous lotteries, from the probability point of view.
EuroJackpot
EuroJackpot is multinational number lottery operated in twelve European countries. As the name of the game suggests, the jackpot is common and can grow rapidly to sky high levels. The minimum guaranteed jackpot is 10 million euros. What are the odds of winning and player's expected return in the long run?
EuroMillions
EuroMillions is another European multinational lottery. The game is facilitated by a British company, but it can also be played via the partners in Italy, Ireland, Spain, France and Germany. Thanks to this interconnection the jackpot, which is common, can be huge and grow rapidly. What is the probability to win the main prize and how is a player going to end up in the long-term period?
Keno
Keno is a famous lottery gambling game. It is played at casinos worldwide, but it is often offered by national lottery companies along with other lotteries. Explore Keno from the probability point of view. Learn about true odds and house edge.
10 Spot Keno
Ten spot Keno is the most typical Keno game. What are the true odds, probabilities and house edge when playing Keno in the long run?
Powerball
Powerball is a U.S. number lottery. On Wednesday 28 November 2012 there was a record jackpot of $587.5 million that was shared by two winners. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 175 million. Let us have a close look at the game, its probabilities and expected return in the long run.
Scratch Cards
Scratch cards are a popular form of lottery. Who has never bought a scratch card in their life? The popularity of this kind of lottery arises mainly from two reasons. First, it is a low cost gambling with high potential prizes and second, whether you win or lose is determined instantly, there is no need to wait for a drawing.