New Equipment
Meet the new, upgraded terminals and kiosks.
LEARN MOREThe Upgrade
Welcome to an exciting new era for the Ohio Lottery as we switch to a new gaming system – one that’s designed to deliver a modern experience for partners and players. Check back often for the latest news and updates about “The Upgrade.”
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VIEW INFOFAQs
Answers for the questions everyone is asking.
GET THE FACTSWhat you can expect
There’s a lot that goes into upgrading to a new gaming system. Here’s a quick overview of what happens during “The Upgrade” transition. For more details refer to the materials in the Upgrade Resources section.
October 2026
In separate visits, Ohio Lottery teams will begin delivering and installing new, clerk-operated WAVE™ terminals and new PlayCentral® self-serve kiosks.
All existing kiosks will remain fully operational until switched out.
Ongoing retailer training begins.
Fall 2026-Spring 2027
Until the new gaming system goes live:
Retailers will continue to use existing clerk-operated Photon terminals to conduct all transactions.
Select new self-serve kiosks will conduct cash sales of Scratch-Offs only and will not validate winning tickets or vouchers.
New player promotions may be introduced. (Details to come.)
Spring 2027
New gaming system goes live.
Clerk-operated WAVE terminals become operational.
PlayCentral self-serve kiosks perform full menu of transactions.
Self-serve kiosks will continue to be swapped out through summer 2027.