Method and apparatus for awarding and redeeming promotional points at an electronic game
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1. A gaming apparatus comprising:
- a display unit that is capable of generating video images;
a value input device; and
a controller operatively coupled to the display unit and the value input device, the controller comprising a processor and a memory operatively coupled to the processor,the controller being programmed to allow a person to make a wager;
the controller being programmed to cause a video image to be generated on the display unit, the video image representing a game,the controller being programmed to determine a value payout associated with an outcome of the game represented by the video image,the controller being programmed to provide a first portion of the value payout in at least one of money or money credits; and
the controller being programmed to provide a second portion of the value payout in promotional points, the promotional points being a non-monetary tally having a value which is exchanged for goods or services.
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Abstract
An electronic game including at least one display exhibiting a plurality of windows or segments each displaying a different subject matter is disclosed. The different subject matter in each of the plurality of windows preferably includes a real time promotional points total, an awards display, a sponsor advertising material display, an Internet display and an electronic game. The electronic game, which may include a wagering game, may be played by tendering money or tendering promotional points instead of money. Promotional points may be awarded instead of a portion of a money award, or supplemental to it. Promotional points may be accumulated by players through both gaming and non-gaming activities, including activities not involving a commercial transaction. An electronic gaming apparatus is described which also serves as an Internet portal.
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8 Claims
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1. A gaming apparatus comprising:
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a display unit that is capable of generating video images; a value input device; and a controller operatively coupled to the display unit and the value input device, the controller comprising a processor and a memory operatively coupled to the processor, the controller being programmed to allow a person to make a wager; the controller being programmed to cause a video image to be generated on the display unit, the video image representing a game, the controller being programmed to determine a value payout associated with an outcome of the game represented by the video image, the controller being programmed to provide a first portion of the value payout in at least one of money or money credits; and the controller being programmed to provide a second portion of the value payout in promotional points, the promotional points being a non-monetary tally having a value which is exchanged for goods or services. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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7. A gaming system comprising:
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a plurality of gaming apparatuses, each of the gaming apparatuses comprising; a display unit that is capable of generating video images; a value input device; and a controller operatively coupled to the display unit and the value input device, the controller comprising a processor and a memory operatively coupled to the processor, the controller being programmed to allow a person to make a wager; the controller being programmed to cause a video image to be generated on the display unit, the video image representing a game, the controller being programmed to determine a value payout associated with an outcome of the game represented by the video image, the controller being programmed to provide a first portion of the value payout in at least one of money or money credits; and the controller being programmed to provide a second portion of the value payout in promotional points, the promotional points being a non-monetary tally having a value which is exchanged for goods or services, the gaming apparatuses being interconnected to form a network of gaming apparatuses. - View Dependent Claims (8)
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Current AssigneeIGT (International Game Technology)
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Original AssigneeIGT (International Game Technology)
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InventorsMatthews, Thomas J., Adams, William R.
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Primary Examiner(s)Janvier, Jean D.
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Application NumberUS10/308,961Publication NumberTime in Patent Office1,225 DaysField of Search705/14, 463/1, 463/25, 463/42, 463/16US Class Current463/1CPC Class CodesG06Q 30/02 Marketing; Price estimation...G06Q 30/0209 Incentive being awarded or ...G06Q 30/0212 Chance discounts or incentivesG06Q 30/0222 During e-commerce, i.e. onl...G06Q 30/0226 Incentive systems for frequ...G06Q 30/0239 Online discounts or incentivesG06Q 30/0277 Online advertisementG06Q 30/0641 Shopping interfacesG07F 17/3227 Configuring a gaming machin...G07F 17/3255 Incentive, loyalty and/or p...
