Method for presenting a multi-tiered promotional game in a gaming environment
US8591317B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 7, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 26, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F17/3267
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Various embodiments are directed to gaming machines, gaming systems, methods and computer-readable media for presenting a multi-tiered promotional game having at least a promotional base game component and a promotional bonus game component. According to one method, player eligibility is determined for a multi-tiered promotional game and is based on player tracking information. The promotional base game component is presented after play of a primary game if the player is deemed eligible for the multi-tiered promotional game. Promotional credits are awarded to the player for a winning outcome in the promotional base game component. The player is also awarded a bonus game entry point for a promotional bonus game component if the player is deemed eligible for the multi-tiered promotional game, wherein a predetermined number of bonus game entry points are required to play the promotional bonus game component.
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