Some Mega Changes Are Coming To The Mega Millions Lottery. The Game Will Cost Twice As Much To Play – Up To Two Dollars Per Ticket Next Week. It Will Also Have Longer Odds And Feature Bigger Prize Payouts. Jackpots Will Now Start At 40 Million Dollars And Increase From 15 Million Dollars. It May Be A Way To Compete Against The Rival Powerball Game. The Changes Will Begin With The October 31st Drawing.