Election game apparatus and method of playing same
US4085938A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 16, 1977 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 16, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F3/00643
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A game apparatus for two players comprises a board having located thereon a map of the United States divided into the 50 respective states, and a deck of 50 playing cards, each being identified with one of the states. Indicated on each of the cards are three win alternatives, two lose alternatives, and one draw alternative which are listed randomly along with respective associated identifying numerals ranging from one to six, for determining the outcome of the play of that card upon the rolling of a die. Two sets of markers, each set having a contrasting color and each having 50 individual markers shaped to fit over respective ones of the states outlined on the board, are used to indicate the winner of each state played. In play, the deck of cards is stacked in random order and the players alternately roll the die in turn to determine which numerical alternative on the topmost card will be followed on each turn. Rolling a win alternative results in a win for the person rolling the die, and rolling a lose alternative results in a win for the other player, with the winner of each state receiving the electoral votes associated with that state. When a draw alternative is indicated, no …
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