Method and apparatus for controlling a gaming device having a pl

Details Method and apparatus for controlling a gaming device having a pl Method and apparatus for controlling a gaming device having a pl

1998-04-06

1999-10-19

Harrison, Jessica J.

Amusement devices: games

Including means for processing electronic data

Credit/debit monitoring or manipulation

A63F 922

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059678968

ABSTRACT:
In accordance with the present invention, a gaming device includes a plurality of balances. The gaming device receives monetary input such as currency or a transfer from an account, and in turn increases one or more balances. The balance increased depends on criteria such as the amount of monetary input or the source (e.g. from a casino account). Players may draw wager amounts from different balances, and add award amounts to the balances. Incentives are provided for using the different balances. For example, different balances may have different payout schedules, different probability schedules, or both.

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John M. Moran, "Future Currency to Take the Shape of Bits Instead of Bills", The Hartford Courant, Oct. 13, 1996 at p. A1.

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