The Mega Millions numbers drawn on Friday, Oct. 25, were 23, 26, 35, 41, 43, with the Megaball number 7.

In a notable event from March, a New Jersey player clinched an astounding $1.1 billion, although the prize remains unclaimed. This isn’t an isolated incident; unclaimed jackpots have occurred before. If someone had the winning ticket for Friday's $229 million jackpot, they would have enjoyed an estimated lump-sum payment of $107.5 million after taxes.

While Friday's top prize went unclaimed, two fortunate players in Missouri secured $1 million each through the Match 5 by correctly guessing all the white ball numbers.

For those looking to try their luck, Mega Millions tickets can be purchased at local convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and in certain states, online. The game requires players to choose six numbers—five white balls ranging from 1 to 70 and one gold Mega Ball number between 1 and 25. For an additional $1, players can add the "Megaplier" option, potentially increasing non-grand prize winnings by two to five times.

Interested players can also use the Jackpocket app, the official digital lottery courier for the USA TODAY Network, to buy tickets online in states such as Arizona, New Jersey, and Texas, among others. The app offers a convenient way to select your game and numbers, place an order, and manage winnings from the comfort of a phone or computer.

As the anticipation builds for the next Mega Millions drawing, millions of hopeful participants will be eyeing the $250 million jackpot, eager for a chance to turn their dreams into reality.