Variable payout percentage gaming device and methods of using the same
US8172661B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 8, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 5, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/320052
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A gaming device adjusts the payout percentage of the gaming device once a player initiates game play. In one embodiment, the payout percentage of the gaming device increases the longer a player plays on the gaming device. In other embodiments, the payout percentage increases as a result of a player-triggered event. Accordingly, player excitement is heightened by the opportunity to obtain a greater payout.
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