Optimizing drawing prize awards
US10777040B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 18, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 18, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F17/3267
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A promotional game is conducted over participants' cell phones. During a play period, a participant advances on a virtual game board using cell phone commands. During the player period drawing entries are generated proportional to play on electronic gaming devices, play of the promotional game, or retail purchases. Some players receive a multiplier for their drawing entries to enhance chances of winning the promotional game. In one embodiment, the multiplier is removed for a player after a cutoff threshold for prizes awarded to that player is reached.
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