Gaming machine system having a gesture-sensing mechanism
US7618323B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 26, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 15, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F2300/8035
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A gaming machine has a processor for conducting a wagering game on the gaming machine and a gesture-sensing mechanism. The gesture-sensing mechanism can be used for providing various inputs. For example, the gesture-sensing mechanism provides player inputs that select certain options during operation of the game. The gesture-sensing mechanism may further distinguish between a first gesture indicative of a first player input and a second gesture indicative of a second player input. Or, the gesture-sensing mechanism provides player inputs in response to a physical action by a player that relates to a theme of the gaming machine. Alternatively or additionally, the gaming machine may include a microphone in communication with the processor. The microphone receives player inputs in the form of acoustic signals.
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