A couple from New Mexico discovered a genie lamp worth three wishes and $1.2 million in the Texas desert after participating in a treasure-hunting game organized by the company Treasure Games. Ron Novak and Michelle Bush spent over two months and made three trips to Dallas in search of the hidden lamp. The competition, which was the company’s first, offered the winner the choice of $1 million cash or three wishes worth $1.2 million, according to the founder Dirk Gibson.
Despite initially planning a shorter trip, the couple decided to stay an extra day in Dallas during their third visit as they felt they were close to finding the treasure. They eventually realized that a critical clue related to an episode of “Seinfeld,” which helped them locate the lamp. The specific details of the clue were not disclosed, but after discovering the lamp, Novak and Bush opted for the three wishes as their prize.
Rather than using their wishes solely for personal gain, the couple decided to donate money to the charity Hare Krishna Food for Life Group, which had helped Novak when he was homeless. Additionally, they purchased and renovated the Southwest Motel in their hometown of New Mexico with their second wish. Their final wish was for a Sprinter van large enough to accommodate their four dogs, showcasing their sense of humor and practicality.
Inspired by their successful treasure hunt, Novak and Bush plan to create a treasure hunt of their own for others to enjoy. They intend to design a more accessible game that can be solved within a weekend or a week, with a starting price of $5,000. Meanwhile, Treasure Games announced their next Wish Lamp hunt with a $1 million prize, set to begin in June. Participants can sign up for a subscription fee to receive daily clues during the hunt and have the opportunity to win valuable prizes.
The treasure-hunting game organized by Treasure Games is open to individuals aged 13 and up who are willing to subscribe to the specific season’s game for a chance to win life-changing prizes. With multiple hunts planned throughout the year and varying subscription fees based on the prize value, participants can engage in an exciting and challenging experience that could lead to substantial rewards. The success of Novak and Bush in uncovering the genie lamp through the clever use of clues from popular culture highlights the excitement and fulfillment that can come from participating in treasure hunts organized by innovative companies like Treasure Games.
