18626089. UPGRADE SYMBOL COLLECTION FOR SKILL-BASED GAMES IN A GAMING SYSTEM simplified abstract (IGT)

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UPGRADE SYMBOL COLLECTION FOR SKILL-BASED GAMES IN A GAMING SYSTEM

Organization Name

IGT

Inventor(s)

Jonathan Eytchison of Reno NV (US)

David Houry of Reno NV (US)

Harvey Duenas of Reno NV (US)

UPGRADE SYMBOL COLLECTION FOR SKILL-BASED GAMES IN A GAMING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18626089 titled 'UPGRADE SYMBOL COLLECTION FOR SKILL-BASED GAMES IN A GAMING SYSTEM

The patent application describes technology for providing bonus symbol collection for skill-based games in a gaming system. An electronic gaming machine (EGM) can collect upgrade symbols from the outcome of a primary game, funded by wagers, and categorize them for use in a skill-based bonus game. Players can access the skill-based bonus game based on the primary game outcomes, and use upgrade symbols to enhance their performance in the bonus game.

  • Upgrade symbols collected from primary game outcomes
  • Categorized according to type for use in skill-based bonus game
  • Access to bonus game based on primary game outcomes
  • Upgrade symbols enhance player performance in bonus game
  • Utilization of quantifiable skill-based inputs during bonus game

Potential Applications: - Enhancing player engagement in skill-based games - Providing additional layers of gameplay in electronic gaming machines - Offering players the opportunity to improve their performance through upgrade symbols

Problems Solved: - Enhancing player experience in skill-based games - Adding depth and complexity to gaming systems - Encouraging player skill development through gameplay

Benefits: - Increased player interaction and engagement - Enhanced gameplay experience through skill-based challenges - Opportunity for players to improve their skills and performance

Commercial Applications: "Enhancing Player Experience in Skill-Based Gaming Systems: Technology for Bonus Symbol Collection"

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in skill-based gaming technology and player engagement strategies.

Questions about Skill-Based Bonus Symbol Collection: 1. How does the technology categorize upgrade symbols for use in skill-based bonus games? 2. What are the potential benefits of using upgrade symbols to enhance player performance in bonus games?


Original Abstract Submitted

Technology for providing bonus symbol collection for skill-based games in a gaming system is disclosed. An electronic gaming machine (EGM) may collect one or more upgrade symbols generated from an outcome of a primary game funded by one or more wagers such that the one or more upgrade symbols are categorized according to a type of symbol for use in a skill-based bonus game. The skill-based bonus game may be accessed according to the one or more primary game outcomes. One or more upgrade symbols may be used to enhance player performance of one or more quantifiable skill-based inputs during the skill-based bonus game.