Powerball is a widely popular American lottery game available in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, overseen by the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL). Drawings are held three times weekly, requiring players to match five white balls from a pool of 69 and one red "Powerball" from 26, resulting in challenging jackpot odds of 1 in 292,201,338 for a $2 ticket.

Known for producing some of the largest lottery prizes globally, Powerball notably awarded a record-breaking $2.1 billion jackpot in 2022. Its minimum jackpot starts at $20 million, offering winners the choice between a 29-year annuity paid in graduated installments or a smaller lump sum cash prize. The game evolved from its predecessor, Lotto America, officially launching as Powerball on April 19, 1992, pioneering the innovative two-drum system to create diverse prize levels. Additionally, an optional "Power Play" feature, introduced in 2001, allows players to multiply their non-jackpot winnings for an extra dollar.