Game of chance with multiple paths on a virtual scratch ticket
US6761633B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 31, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 13, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F2300/632
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An online game of chance and methods of conducting and playing the game on a virtual instant ticket are disclosed. The game is based on a map having multiple branches and nodes, where a desired path is selected by clicking on the branch or node as play progresses between a starting point and multiple finishing points. Each available branch or node that is selected results in a prize value being increased, decreased, or a token being awarded for later use in the game. In a single player mode, a final prize is awarded to the player. In multiple player modes, the final prize is divided among the players according to predetermined criteria.
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