Announcing the 2026 Buddy Roogow Innovation Award Finalists

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We are thrilled to share the finalists for the Buddy Roogow Innovation Awards for Best New Instant Game and Best New Draw Game

By NASPL Insights

Published September 22, 2026

These awards are named in tribute to the late Buddy Roogow, celebrating lotteries that bring the highest levels of creativity, strategy, and excitement to new game development. Entries are evaluated on innovation, strategic insight, visual appeal, and sales potential – all factors that drive a game’s success.

Who will bring home the top honors? Find out at the NASPL Annual Conference and Trade Show this week in Orlando!

2026 Best New Instant Game Finalists:

https://youtu.be/4MISMjO5flA

British Columbia Lottery Corp.

7-RUN

https://youtu.be/qI5PUJrbQ1c

Georgia Lottery

Rolling Jackpots

https://youtu.be/0pQZk6BruaQ

New Jersey Lottery

Jersey Dog Scratch-Offs

2026 Best New Draw Game Finalists:

https://youtu.be/0LL_xLpJN8g

Michigan Lottery

Rush to Riches

https://youtu.be/FZjbWTZVZio

Missouri Lottery

MO Millions

https://youtu.be/tzbZliIzw7k

Ontario Lottery and Gaming

Powerbucks - Millionaires on the Spot

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