18521036. LEADERBOARD PROMOTIONS FOR GAMING SYSTEMS simplified abstract (IGT)

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LEADERBOARD PROMOTIONS FOR GAMING SYSTEMS

Organization Name

IGT

Inventor(s)

Dwayne R. Nelson of Las Vegas NV (US)

Patrick Danielson of Las Vegas NV (US)

Cameron Filipour of Las Vegas NV (US)

LEADERBOARD PROMOTIONS FOR GAMING SYSTEMS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18521036 titled 'LEADERBOARD PROMOTIONS FOR GAMING SYSTEMS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application abstract describes a system in gaming where players receive benefits for maintaining designated positions on a leaderboard for a set period.

  • Leaderboard promotions in gaming systems
  • Players receive benefits for maintaining designated positions on a leaderboard
  • Benefits are associated with specific positions and duration
  • Encourages competition and engagement among players

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in various online gaming platforms to incentivize players to compete and engage more actively in the game.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of player retention and engagement by providing incentives for players to maintain their positions on the leaderboard.

Benefits

- Increased player engagement - Encourages competition among players - Enhances overall gaming experience

Potential Commercial Applications

This technology could be utilized by gaming companies to increase player retention, drive in-game purchases, and create a more competitive gaming environment.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be the use of in-game rewards for achieving certain milestones or completing specific tasks in a game.

Unanswered Questions

How does the system prevent cheating or manipulation of the leaderboard positions?

The article does not address the specific measures taken to ensure the integrity of the leaderboard rankings and prevent cheating.

Are there any limitations to the types of benefits that can be offered to players?

The article does not mention any restrictions or limitations on the benefits that can be provided to players based on their leaderboard positions.


Original Abstract Submitted

Leaderboard promotions in gaming systems which provide one or more players one or more benefits in association with maintaining one or more designated positions on a leaderboard for a designated duration.