Iowa Mega Millions: May 27, 2025 Numbers Announced
If you played Mega Millions in Iowa on May 27, 2025, these were the numbers you waited for: 06, 28, 34, 48, 62, with the Mega Ball 09. Every ticket holder across the state immediately checked their slips, hoping for a life-changing match. This draw, however, wasn’t just another routine night. It was one of the first rounds under the game’s new rules that automatically boost every non-jackpot prize—no extra selections needed.
The recent change solidified the multiplier as a core feature of Mega Millions. Before April 2025, Iowans and others had to choose the Megaplier add-on for a shot at multiplying winnings. As of the April 8, 2025 update, the Megaplier is now baked in, so everyone gets a prize multiplied by a randomly chosen factor: 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or even 10X. No more missed opportunities or forgotten multipliers—every eligible win gets the boost automatically.
The Megaplier Shake-Up: Why Did It Happen?
This built-in multiplier isn’t just a minor tweak—it marks a big shift in how the game operates. Previously, a lot of players left potential money on the table by not choosing the Megaplier at the time of purchase. For example, someone might have matched five numbers but, with no Megaplier, would miss out on doubling or tripling that lump sum. Now, each ticket has the multiplier applied, keeping things fair—and more exciting.
Iowa’s played a consistent role in Mega Millions history since joining the game back in January 2010. The first Iowa drawing went live on February 2, 2010, pulling thousands into the hopes and thrills of one of America’s biggest lotteries. Every Tuesday and Friday, Iowans eye the results, dreaming of jackpots often reaching hundreds of millions. The jackpot for May 27 isn’t mentioned in the records, but, with the new rules, even smaller wins promise a much bigger punch.
- All non-jackpot prizes receive a multiplier, selected randomly per draw.
- Possible multipliers are 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or an exciting 10X for some prize tiers.
- No action needed by players—just buy a standard ticket, and you’re in for potential boosted winnings.
The Mega Millions results always generate a buzz, but changes like the automatic multiplier make the experience more memorable. With the odds shifting in favor of the player, many will keep watching closely, whether for their lucky numbers, an unexpected windfall, or just the thrill of the next big draw.
