System and method for advertising distribution through mobile social gaming
US9814985B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 18, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F2300/51
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A system and method is disclosed for advertising through a social network by immersion of participants in a sponsored mobile game. A game application for the sponsored game is developed on a server and deployed on consumer devices connected to the server. The game application, operating on a smart phone, utilizes onboard GPS and camera subsystems to carry out and facilitate the game functions. A dashboard is provided for designing the game around an advertising campaign. The game application is syndicated and shared through a consumer's social media community. The game is tracked by the server. Game information and rewards are delivered to participants during and after the game. In one aspect, the game involves a participant gathering digital permits prior to and during the game which are used to complete a tagging event with other participants. Rewards such as redeemable coupons are based on actions at sponsor locations.
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