Aristocrat Technologies Australia Pty Limited (20240339008). Gaming Device with Expanding Active Symbol Positions simplified abstract
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Gaming Device with Expanding Active Symbol Positions
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Aristocrat Technologies Australia Pty Limited
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Gaming Device with Expanding Active Symbol Positions - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240339008 titled 'Gaming Device with Expanding Active Symbol Positions
The gaming device described in the patent application includes a display, a processor, and memory storing various symbol position states and sets of reel strips with different stack lengths.
- The device displays symbols in columns based on the selected reel strips, with the first set having longer stack lengths than the second set.
- The processor updates the symbol position state when a trigger condition is met, adding more active symbol positions in subsequent states.
- As the game progresses, the stack lengths of symbols in the reel strips decrease, creating a dynamic gameplay experience.
Potential Applications:
- This technology can be used in various slot machine games to provide players with a unique and engaging gaming experience.
- It can also be applied in digital gambling platforms to enhance the visual and interactive elements of online casino games.
Problems Solved:
- The technology addresses the need for innovative features in gaming devices to attract and retain players.
- It offers a solution to create dynamic and evolving gameplay experiences that keep players entertained.
Benefits:
- Players can enjoy a more interactive and visually appealing gaming experience.
- Game developers can differentiate their products in a competitive market by incorporating this innovative feature.
Commercial Applications:
- The technology can be utilized in casinos, online gambling platforms, and mobile gaming apps to enhance the player experience and increase engagement.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the device determine when to update the symbol position state? 2. What are the potential implications of shorter stack lengths in the reel strips on gameplay outcomes?
Original Abstract Submitted
a gaming device comprises a display, a processor, and a memory storing (i) a plurality of symbol position states, each defining a number of active symbol positions in each of a plurality of columns of symbol positions. also stored in memory is data defining a plurality of sets of reel strips including a first set of reels strips, wherein each reel strip of the first set has a first stack length defining a number of consecutive reel strip positions containing the same symbol, and a second set of reel strips, wherein each reel strip of the second set of reel strips has a second stack length shorter than the first stack length. in at least a first game instance, the processor selects symbols from the first set of reel strips for display in the plurality of columns of symbol positions of the first symbol state. responsive to a trigger condition being met, the processor updates the current symbol position state to a second symbol position state comprising at least one additional active symbol position relative to the first symbol position state. subsequent symbol position states will have progressively shorter stacks in one or more of the corresponding sets of reel strips.
