Security method and system for electronic game virtual refill cartridge
US9501896B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 29, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 22, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F17/3295
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method, system and program product for controlling the operation and configuration of an electronic game terminal for the play of licensed electronic games. A passcode is generated for activating plays on the electronic game terminal. An operator is enabled to enter the passcode into a control component for the electronic game terminal. A maximum number of electronic games that can be played before the electronic game terminal is deactivated is set when the passcode is entered. The number of games remaining following each play of the electronic game is determined dynamically. A request is received from the operator to refill the game plays on the electronic game terminal. A new passcode is then generated wherein the new passcode can enable or disable at least one feature of the electronic game. The new passcode is provided to the operator to enter in order to enable additional plays on the electronic game terminal.
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