How To Play 4D: The Beginner’s Guide To All Magnum 4D Games
If you are a beginner to lottery games in Malaysia and want to learn more about how to play 4D, it can quickly become overwhelming as there are just so many lottery games available. With that in mind, this article serves as a guide to all the different games offered by Magnum Berhad, the first operator to offer lottery games in Malaysia.
Magnum 4D vs Sports Toto 4D vs DaMaCai 4D
Before we explore the different 4-digit games offered by Magnum Berhad, let’s clarify the differences between some of the 4D games available in Malaysia. Online Lottery games in Malaysia are offered by 3 main operators:
- Magnum Berhad
- Sports Toto Malaysia Sdn Bhd
- Pan Malaysian Pools Sdn Bhd (also known as DaMaCai)
All three companies above offer classic 4D games and variants of the game that are based on the same concept. Punters place bets on a combination of numbers in hopes of matching the winning numbers. With the standard minimum bet ranging from RM1 to RM2, punters stand to win at 4d thousands if not millions of ringgit.
Magnum 4D draw days occur every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday with special draws on Tuesdays. Magnum 4D results are available right after the draw.
Magnum 4D Classic
Magnum’s 4D Classic is the most popular lottery game where players bet on a set of 4-digit numbers ranging from 0000 to 9999 with minimum bets at RM 1. Simple and easy to understand, the 4D classic is an all-time favorite among Malaysian bettors. Here is what you need to do:
- Pick a 4-digit number between 0000 to 9999 to bet on.
- Choose to wager on “big” or “small” or both.
- Place your 4D bet.
- You win if your number matches one of the winning numbers.
| Bet Type | Description | Minimum Bet Amount | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight Play or Ordinary Bet | Basic bet as described above | RM 1 | 0000, 0123, 4567, 3589 |
| Lucky Pick or Quick Pick | Leaving it up to the system to generate a random number | RM 1 | 3790, 2683, 4975, 3761 |
| 4D RollPlay | Decide on 3 digits and let one digit “roll”. This means you are buying 10 different combinations. | RM 10 | R123 =0123, 1123, 2123, 3123, 4123, 5123, 6123, 7123, 8123, 9123 |
| Permutation Play 24 | Permutation play allows you to cover all number of permutations of your 4D number for a higher chance of winning | RM 24 | 1234 (24 permutations) = 1234, 1243, 1324, 1342, 1423, 1432, 2134, 2143, 2314, 2341, 2413, 2431, 3124, 3142, 3214, 3241, 3412, 3421, 4123, 4132, 4213, 4231, 4312, 4321 |
| Permutation Play 12 | RM 12 | 1123 (12 permutations) =1123, 1132, 1213, 1231, 1312, 1321, 2113, 2131, 2311, 3112, 3121, 3211 | |
| Permutation Play 6 | RM 6 | 1122 (6 permutations) = 1122, 1212, 1221, 2112, 2121, 2211 | |
| Permutation Play 4 | RM 4 | 1112 (4 permutations) = 1112, 1121, 1211, 2111 | |
| mBox Play | All permutations in this bet are included just as in permutation play but at a reduced cost. Due to the higher odds of winning, the prize money is reduced. | RM 1 | 1234 (24 permutations), 1123 (12 permutations), 1122 (6 permutations), 1112 (4 permutations) |
Big vs Small Bets
In the section above explaining how players can place their bets, it includes the part where punters choose between betting on big bets or small bets. When a “big” bet is placed, you are betting that your numbers will match the winning numbers in any prize category: 1st prize, 2nd prize, 3rd prize, special prizes, and consolation prizes. For a “small” bet, you are betting that your 4D number will match the winning numbers for the top 3prize categories.
Magnum 4D Jackpot
A game similar to Magnum’s 4D Classic, the 4D Jackpot is where bettors wager on not one, but two sets of 4-digit numbers. Both sets of 4D numbers must match the winning numbers to win a prize. Here is the basic idea:
- Pick 2 sets of 4-digit numbers from 0000 to 9999. Examples include 0198 + 3782.
- Each pair of 4D numbers is considered as one bet with a minimum of RM 2.
- Additional numbers can be bought at an extra cost to increase the odds of winning.
- You win when your numbers match the winning numbers.
| Bet Type | Description | Bet Amount | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight Play / Ordinary Entry | Basic bet as described above | RM 2 | 0000 +0123, 4567 + 3589 |
| Lucky Pick | Leaving it up to the system to generate a random number | RM 2 | 3790 + 2683, 4975 + 3761 |
| System Play or System Entry | Lets you buy more than a pair of $D numbers, starting from System Play 3 with 3 pairs all the way to System Play 480. | RM 2 x 21 = RM 42 | System 7 (21 combination pairs) = 1234 + 1001 + 5006 + 6123 + 7667 + 8990 + 7658 |
| Roll Play | Covers all 10 possible numbers for 1 rolled digit where “R” replaces numbers 0 to 9. | RM 10 | R123 (+4567) =0123, 1123, 2123, 3123, 4123, 5123, 6123, 7123, 8123, 9123 |
| Roll Play 20 | RM 20 | 00R3 + 336R = (0013, 0023, 0033, 0043, 0053, 0063, 0073, 0083, 0093) + (3361, 3362, 3363, 3364, 3365, 3363, 3367, 3368, 3369) | |
| Permutation Play | Permutation play allows you to cover all possible permutations of your 4D number for a higher chance of winning. It can be for one or both 4D numbers. | RM 2 x 4= RM 8 | 0003 (4 permutations) + 3367 = 4 pairs |
| Permutation Play 2 x 24 | RM 2 x 24 = RM 48 | 1645 + 1278 (24 permutations) = 24 pairs | |
| Permutation Play 2 x 48 | RM 2 x 48 = RM 96 | 5578 (12 permutations) + 1115 (4 permutations) = 48 pairs | |
| Permutation Play 2 x 144 | RM 2 x 144 = RM 288 | 5298 (24 permutations) + 3232 (6 permutations) = 144 pairs | |
| Permutation Play 2 x 288 | RM 2 x 288 = RM 576 | 1234 (24 permutations) + 3367 (12 permutations) = 288 pairs | |
| Roll & Permutation Combination Play | A combination of roll and permutation play. | RM 2 x 240 = RM 480 | R345 + 1275 (24 permutations) = 240 pairs |
| RM 2 x 40 = RM 80 | 0003 (4 permutations) + 336R = 40 pairs | ||
| M-System | Similar to System Play but instead of buying more than 1 pair of 4D numbers, you can buy 10 or more at a more affordable rate starting at RM 10 for 10 numbers. However, the payout is significantly lower. | RM 10 | M-System 10 (45 combination pairs) = 3636 + 1543 + 4520 + 6921 + 4322 + 3452 +4456 + 4367 + 8246 +0361. |
| RM 15 | M-System 15 (105 combination pairs) |
Magnum 4D Jackpot Gold
The magnum 4D Jackpot Gold game requires its players to choose a 6-digit number and 2 additional numbers called golden numbers ranging from 00 to 19. The basic steps include:
- Pick a 6-digit number such as 228768.
- Pick 2 additional numbers or a golden number ranging from 00 to 19 such as 12.
- Place the minimum bet on your number of choice such as 228768 + 12 for a minimum bet of RM 2.
- You win the jackpot when your 6D and golden number matches the winning numbers.
| Bet Type | Description | Bet Amount | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Entry | Basic bet as described above | RM 2 | 368267 + 19 |
| Lucky Pick | Leaving it up to the system to generate a random number | RM 2 | 377632 + 11 |
| Roll Play | Similar to other 4D games, punters can choose to “roll” any number, generating 10 possible combinations. | RM 20 | R56834 + xx = (156834, 256834, 356834, 456834, 556834, 656834, 756834, 856834, 956834) + xx |
| Permutation Play | Permutation play allows you to cover all permutations for your 6-digit number to increase your odds of winning. | RM 2 x 6= RM 12 | 111112 (6 permutations) + xx |
| RM 2 x 20 = RM 40 | 131313 (20 permutations) + xx | ||
| RM 2 x 60 = RM 120 | 122255 (60 permutations) + xx | ||
| RM 2 x 720 = RM 1,440 | 123456 (720 permutations) + xx | ||
| All 20 Play | Applicable to the golden number only. Since the possible numbers range from 00 to 19, All 20 covers it all. | RM 2 x 20 = RM 40 | 123456 + xx with xx ranging from 00 to 19. (20 combinations) |
Magnum 4D Jackpot mGold
Similar to Magnum’s 4D Jackpot Gold game, the mGold version’s only twist is that it offers a more affordable bet for players to cover more winning combinations. For this reason, the payout for mGold is only a fraction of the original jackpot prize amount.
| Bet Type | Description | Bet Amount | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight Play | Basic bet as described above | RM 2 | 368267 + mGold |
| Lucky Pick | Leaving it up to the system to generate a random number | RM 2 | 377632 + mGold |
Magnum Life
The latest game to be offered by Magnum 4D, Magnum Life is extremely unique as it offers bettors the chance to win RM 1,000 daily for 20 years with a bet as low as RM 1. Here’s how to get started:
- Pick 8 numbers ranging from 1 to 36
- Choose how you want to play.
- Place your bet.
- You win if your numbers match the winning numbers.
| Bet Type | Description | Bet Amount | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight Play | Basic bet as described above | RM 2 | 3, 13, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30, 33 |
| Lucky Pick | Leaving it up to the system to generate a random number | RM 2 | 2, 5, 8, 13, 21, 27, 33, 37 |
| System Play | Lets you buy additional numbers to increase your odds of winning starting from System Play 9 (9 numbers) to System Play 15 (15 numbers). The more numbers you buy, the higher the cost of the bet slip. | RM 165 | System 11 = 3, 7, 13, 16, 19, 23, 26, 29, 30, 33, 37 |
| Combination Play | If you can’t decide on which numbers to buy, pick a few and the system will generate the rest. | RM 2 | 3, 7, 13, 16, x, x, x, x |
Conclusion
With just 5 simple yet exciting games, Magnum 4D has conquered the hearts of many Malaysian punters. Now that you understand how to play 4D games by Magnum, you can now place your bets with more confidence in hopes of winning the top jackpot prize!
To find out more on how much you stand to win, check out our guide on “Magnum 4D Prize Structure”.
