Method and apparatus for awarding and redeeming promotional points at an electronic game
US7025674B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 3, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 11, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 12, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F17/3255
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An electronic game including at least one display exhibiting a plurality of windows or segments each displaying a different subject matter is disclosed. The different subject matter in each of the plurality of windows preferably includes a real time promotional points total, an awards display, a sponsor advertising material display, an Internet display and an electronic game. The electronic game, which may include a wagering game, may be played by tendering money or tendering promotional points instead of money. Promotional points may be awarded instead of a portion of a money award, or supplemental to it. Promotional points may be accumulated by players through both gaming and non-gaming activities, including activities not involving a commercial transaction. An electronic gaming apparatus is described which also serves as an Internet portal.
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