14th June 2026; 15:52 IST
Quick Answer: The Hoosier Lottery has officially suspended sales of the $5 Space Invaders™ Cash Invasion scratch-off game due to printing discrepancies where ticket prize amounts did not match the lottery's central validation system. Affected players have until November 30, 2026, to file an official claim.
In a bizarre crossover of classic retro gaming and real-world lottery, the Hoosier Lottery's newly launched $5 Space Invaders™ Cash Invasion scratch-off game has been abruptly pulled from retail shelves. The organization confirmed that a serious technical issue in the ticket printing process caused the numbers and symbols printed on the face of some tickets to show major prize amounts—in some cases up to $100,000—which the backend validation systems registered as much smaller wins, such as $20.
To maintain the integrity of its games, the Hoosier Lottery took immediate action by ordering all retailers to halt sales of the Space Invaders scratch-off. To address players who purchased misprinted tickets, the lottery has launched a formal protest process. If you bought one of these tickets and believe you are entitled to a different prize amount, you must fill out the **$5 Space Invaders™ Protest Form** available on the Hoosier Lottery website. Completed forms, along with the physical ticket, must be mailed to the lottery headquarters for official review before the deadline of November 30, 2026.
While the ticket printing issue is specific to the Space Invaders game, some users also reported issues scanning tickets via the Hoosier Lottery mobile app. The lottery customer service team recommends updating your app to the latest version via the Apple App Store or Google Play, clearing your mobile cache, and ensuring a stable internet connection. If issues persist, players are advised to have their tickets scanned manually by a licensed lottery retailer or contact customer support at 1-800-955-6886.
