System and method for incentivizing user participation in video games
US12121815B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2021 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F13/792
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A system and method for maintaining and increasing the engagement of video game users is disclosed by providing a virtual container mechanism that modifies the game progress of all users after the occurrence of a game event. The system may provide repeated opportunities, with virtual items awarded through virtual containers, to achieve success for the lifetime of the video game. The system may further mitigate the fear of new users encountering veteran users in a game, while creating repeated engagement opportunities for veteran players.
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