“I bought an Epic Wild Time ticket while I was at the gas station and scratched it off when I got in my car,” said the lucky 27-year-old player, who chose to remain anonymous. “It was an amazing feeling when I saw I won $1 million! This prize will allow me to build a better future for myself.”
The player bought his winning ticket at the Express Stop, located at 7015 Gratiot Road in Saginaw. He recently visited Lottery headquarters to claim the big prize. He chose to receive his prize as a one-time lump sum payment of about $693,000 rather than annuity payments for the full amount. With his winnings, he plans to buy a new car and share with family.
Players have won more than $22 million playing Epic Wild Time, which launched in September 2025. Each $10 ticket offers players a chance to win prizes ranging from $10 up to $1 million. More than $36 million in prizes remain, including two $1 million top prizes, 77 $10,000 prizes, and 133 $1,000 prizes.
In 2025, Lottery players won more than $1.7 billion playing instant games.
Lottery instant games may be purchased at retailers across the state.