Ohio Lottery to launch "The Upgrade": first major system update in two decades

Comment #5

lakerben — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 03:16:18 GMT

They updated the Nm machines and systems. There has been mixed results .

Comment #4

Stack47 — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 03:07:56 GMT

The vending/kiosk machines in Ohio print a money voucher that can be cashed. Unlike in KY where all the money put into the machine must be played.

Be interesting to see how Ohio improves there machines.

Comment #3

Fantasy876 — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:24:03 GMT

I like this. I just found out Maryland's vending machines are more advanced than the ones in my state. And other states you can redeem scratch off tickets for credit in the vending machines. So my state is just choosing to be outdated.

Addition of credit and debit could be a slippery slope for people on a budget. That's the only part I like about my state no debit or credit purchases or I'd be in trouble. I'm good with a set cash budget. No temptation to swipe.

Comment #2

hearsetrax — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:17:53 GMT

worry wart

winning the lottery won't change your current lot all that much and you sound like someone who'd probably go broke at any rate

Comment #1

IAmABadOne — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:16:35 GMT

I am Happily/Dreadfully looking forward to the transition.

Happily if it works and gives me a Jackpot. Dreadfully if it works but does not give me a Jackpot to me as usual...

Let's see how it goes

Ohio Lottery to launch "The Upgrade": first major system update in two decades

Lottery Post — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:36:26 GMT

Replacing over 90,000 pieces of equipment statewide no small feat

By Kate Northrop

The Ohio Lottery is due for a major upgrade to its gaming technology and machines this month, which will replace over 90,000 pieces of lottery equipment statewide.

The Ohio Lottery will embark on a major transformation of its gaming system and lottery equipment, marking its first major system overhaul in nearly 20 years.

Beginning this October, the Lottery will start rolling out an entirely new gam... [ More ]