Amusement devices: games – Including means for processing electronic data – In a chance application
Reexamination Certificate
2011-06-07
2011-06-07
Suhol, Dmitry (Department: 3714)
Amusement devices: games
Including means for processing electronic data
In a chance application
C463S001000, C463S020000, C463S025000, C463S029000, C463S040000, C463S041000, C463S042000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07955169
ABSTRACT:
A wagering method is provided that allows players to purchase a gaming session comprising a plurality of game outcomes at a flat rate price. The number of game outcomes available in the bulk purchase gaming session may be a function of time in lieu of a specified number of game outcomes. In order to increase the attractiveness of the bulk purchase of the gaming outcomes, bonus time is awarded to players for specified winning game outcomes occurring during the gaming session, allowing players to extend their gaming session. This alternative award system increases player interest by providing either monetary and time awards, or a combination of both for a winning game outcome. Bonus time can also be offered as part of the gaming establishment's player tracking program or any special promotional program.
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Jorasch James A.
Tedesco Robert C.
Walker Jay S.
Fincham Magdalena M.
Fincham Downs LLC
Hsu Ryan
IGT
Suhol Dmitry
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