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Method and apparatus for enhancing game play through savable game play state

US6811486B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 2, 2002
Grant dateNov 2, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 2, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07F17/32
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system and method for maintaining player's enhanced game play state in a gaming environment is disclosed. In particular, the player may restore enhanced game play states from previously played games either from the same game device or from another game device, the enhanced game play states typically being enhancements to casino games and including reel nudges, alternate pay table use, and the like.

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