Mega Millions is getting a makeover - including more than doubling the price of a ticket - as the multi-state lottery game aims to improve players' odds and dish out bigger jackpots.

Those wanting to play Mega Millions now have to pay more for a ticket -- a ticket for the next drawing in the multi-state lottery will cost $5, more than double it's long-time cost.

The much anticipated changes to Mega Millions multi-state lottery are now implemented ahead of Tuesday's drawing. Here's what ...

Mega Millions lottery tickets will increase in cost, include the multiplier, start with a bigger jackpot and have new odds.

Mega Millions is rolling out major changes — including a 150% price increase — this week, as the multi-state lottery game ...

Starting this weekend, it’ll cost more to play the Mega Millions jackpot but it might also increase your chance of winning.

Beyond the price increase, officials said players can expect a higher starting jackpot ($50 million), faster-growing jackpots ...

Mega Millions ticket costs have climbed to $5 across the US. What to know: Jackpot will get bigger faster, other prizes should be better.