# Mini Games

Merge Pals introduces two interconnected mini-games, **Save the Pals** and **Lotto**, designed to enhance player engagement, provide meaningful rewards, and integrate seamlessly into the game's token ecosystem. These games combine fun, strategy, and progression, giving players exciting opportunities to earn and use $MERGE tokens.

## **Save the Pals**

Save the Pals offers a rewarding gameplay experience where players uncover hidden treasures on a **5x5 grid of boxes**, with opportunities to earn $MERGE tokens and Golden Tickets that unlock further rewards in Lotto.

### **How to Play**

1. **Open Boxes**
   * Each box costs 20 $MERGE to open.
   * Uncover different items hidden in the boxes.
2. **Bonus Rewards**
   * Form **horizontal, vertical, or diagonal lines** of matching Pals to unlock additional rewards.
   * Bonus rewards include more $MERGE tokens, coins, and in-game resources.
3. **Golden Tickets**
   * Earn 1 Golden Ticket for every 500 $MERGE spent in Save the Pals.
   * Golden Tickets allow entry into the Lotto for a chance to win even more $MERGE.
4. **Convenience Options**
   * Use the “Open All” button to instantly reveal all boxes for 220 $MERGE.
   * Refresh the grid for a new set of boxes to keep gameplay fresh.

Save the Pals is not just about fun and discovery—it’s also a key part of the $MERGE economy, enabling players to earn tokens and accumulate Golden Tickets for the Lotto. The interplay between resource gathering and strategic gameplay adds depth to the experience.

## **Lotto**

The Lotto is a daily draw game where players can use **Golden Tickets** earned in Save the Pals to win $MERGE tokens and other significant rewards. It’s a thrilling opportunity to turn your in-game efforts into major prizes.

### **How to Play**

1. **Enter the Draw**
   * Use Golden Tickets to participate in the Lotto.
   * Select 8 numbers from a range of 1–20 for each ticket.
2. **Winning Numbers**
   * At the end of each day, the system generates **8 winning numbers**.
   * Match your selected numbers with the winning numbers to claim rewards.
3. **Reward Tiers**
   * Match all 8 numbers: Win the Grand Jackpot of $MERGE.
   * Smaller matches (e.g., 7, 6, or 5 numbers) grant scaled rewards.
   * If there’s no winner, 50% of the unclaimed jackpot rolls over to the next day.
4. **Special Events**
   * Participate in weekly events for additional rewards, including **TON** prizes and exclusive in-game bonuses.

Both mini-games offer players a mix of **fun**, **strategy**, and **rewards** while reinforcing the importance of **$MERGE tokens**. Whether you’re uncovering surprises in Save the Pals or testing your luck in Lotto, these mini-games ensure that every action contributes to your overall growth in Merge Pals.


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