公开(公告)号：US08814669B2

公开(公告)日：2014-08-26

申请号：US11297017

申请日：2005-12-08

Applicant: Jay S. Walker ,  Daniel E. Tedesco ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  Magdalena M. Fincham

Inventor： Jay S. Walker ,  Daniel E. Tedesco ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  Magdalena M. Fincham

IPC: A63F13/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/3288 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3225 ,  G07F17/3239 ,  G07F17/3244 ,  G07F17/3276

Abstract: According to some embodiments, systems, methods, and/or articles of manufacture are associated with determining whether a first condition associated with a first player of a gaming device is satisfied, determining whether a second condition associated with a second player of the gaming device is satisfied, and awarding, in the case that both the first and second conditions are determined to be satisfied, a benefit to the first player.

Abstract translation: 根据一些实施例，系统，方法和/或制品与确定与游戏设备的第一玩家相关联的第一条件是否满足，确定与游戏设备的第二玩家相关联的第二条件是否是 在确定第一和第二条件都被确定为满足的情况下，满足并授予对第一玩家的益处。

公开(公告)号：US08784188B2

公开(公告)日：2014-07-22

申请号：US11568350

申请日：2005-04-25

Applicant: Jay S. Walker ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Jose A. Suarez ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  Stephen C. Tulley ,  Daniel E. Tedesco ,  Geoffrey M. Gelman

Inventor： Jay S. Walker ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Jose A. Suarez ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  Stephen C. Tulley ,  Daniel E. Tedesco ,  Geoffrey M. Gelman

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/3244 ,  G07F17/32

Abstract: In accordance with some embodiments, a method provides for determining that a qualifying outcome has been obtained as a result of a game play conducted on a gaming device and determining a buy-in amount for a current play session in which the game play is included. The method further provides for setting, in response to the obtainment of the qualifying outcome, a credit meter balance to the buy-in amount, thereby providing a payout for the qualifying outcome.

Abstract translation: 根据一些实施例，一种方法用于确定作为在游戏设备上进行的游戏结果并且确定其中包括游戏的当前播放会话的购买量的结果已经获得了合格结果。 该方法进一步规定，响应于获得合格结果，将信用计量表的余额设定为买入金额，从而为合格结果提供支付。

公开(公告)号：US08550900B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-08

申请号：US11348045

申请日：2006-02-06

Applicant: Jay S. Walker ,  Robert C. Tedesco

Inventor： Jay S. Walker ,  Robert C. Tedesco

IPC: A63F13/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/3244 ,  G03H1/0244 ,  G03H1/028 ,  G03H2270/13 ,  G03H2270/52 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3211 ,  G07F17/3255 ,  G07F17/34

Abstract: A gaming device is described that provides a number of different methods for cashing out credit balances from a gaming device. These methods include providing incentives, such as benefits, to a player for selecting particular monetary forms in which to receive the cash out. Non-preferred cash out forms may be associated with disincentives, such as penalties, to dissuade players from selecting these types of monetary transfers. In certain embodiments, incentives and disincentives may be associated with a variety of available monetary forms for cash out.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种游戏设备，其提供了用于从游戏设备兑现信用余额的多种不同方法。 这些方法包括向玩家提供奖励，例如福利，以选择在其中接收现金的特定货币形式。 非首选的现金退出表格可能与诸如惩罚等不利因素相联系，以劝阻玩家选择这些类型的货币转移。 在某些实施例中，激励和抑制可以与多种可用的货币形式相关联以用于现金流出。

公开(公告)号：US08506389B2

公开(公告)日：2013-08-13

申请号：US13546727

申请日：2012-07-11

Applicant: Jay S. Walker ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  Magdalena M. Fincham

Inventor： Jay S. Walker ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  Magdalena M. Fincham

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/3244 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3237 ,  G07F17/3239

Abstract: Apparatus, systems and methods for a gaming device operable to support a negative credit balance. For example, in some embodiments, a gaming device may be configured to: (i) determine a current credit balance, (ii) determine a wager amount, (iii) determine whether the wager amount would result in a negative balance of credits, (iv) determine if it is permissible to allow a negative balance of credits, and if so (v) adjust a current balance such that is equal to the negative balance, and (vi) display an indication of the negative credit balance.

Abstract translation: 用于可操作以支持负信用余额的游戏装置的装置，系统和方法。 例如，在一些实施例中，游戏设备可以被配置为：（i）确定当前的信用余额，（ii）确定下注金额，（iii）确定下注金额是否会导致信用的负余额（ iv）确定是否允许允许负信用余额，如果是（v）调整等于负余额的当前余额，以及（vi）显示负信用余额的指示。

公开(公告)号：US08360841B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-29

申请号：US11843479

申请日：2007-08-22

Applicant: Jay S. Walker ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Michael W. Patterson ,  Robert C. Tedesco

Inventor： Jay S. Walker ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Michael W. Patterson ,  Robert C. Tedesco

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/3244 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3227 ,  G07F17/3232 ,  G07F17/3269

Abstract: A gaming device is adapted to present audiovisual content to players of the game. While the audiovisual content is playing, the player may initiate a game start. A snap shot of the audiovisual content playing at the time of the game start is taken. Reels of the gaming device spin and provide indicia on a payline. The indicia on the payline are compared to characters and elements within the snap shot of the audiovisual content. If there is a match for outcome significant indicia, the player receives a benefit.

Abstract translation: 游戏装置适于将视听内容呈现给游戏玩家。 在播放视听内容的同时，玩家可以启动游戏开始。 采取在游戏开始时播放的音像内容的快照。 游戏设备的卷轴旋转并在支付线上提供标记。 支付线上的标记与视听内容的快照中的字符和元素进行比较。 如果匹配结果显着的标记，玩家将获得一个好处。

公开(公告)号：US08353757B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-15

申请号：US11368100

申请日：2006-04-17

Applicant: Jay S. Walker ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Michael W. Patterson

Inventor： Jay S. Walker ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Michael W. Patterson

IPC: A63F13/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/3258 ,  G07F17/32

Abstract: In accordance with some embodiments, a plurality of outcomes are generated and used to create a video presentation of representative outcomes. The video presentation is recorded onto a tangible medium (e.g., DVD or CD-ROM) or otherwise provided to a player (e.g., a player may access the video presentation online). In one embodiment, each of the individual outcomes may be represented via a video that depicts a continuous event that provides an indication of the outcomes. This allows a player to purchase a video presentation of (e.g., predetermined outcomes in a jurisdiction in which gambling is legal, yet view the presentation at the player's convenience (e.g., from any jurisdiction and at any time). The player, in one embodiment, may either view the outcomes via a traditional gaming device interface (e.g., via a representation of slot reels) and as discreet outcomes, or view a video that depicts a continuous event, as determined by the discreet outcomes. In some embodiments, a player may view a video and/or interact with a game that represents one or more previously-generated outcomes using a theme other than that of a traditional wagering game (e.g., outcomes may be communicated to the player using a video game theme, such a sports or adventure game). A player who purchases such a video presentation may subsequently redeem it for a redemption value associated therewith.

Abstract translation: 根据一些实施例，产生多个结果并用于创建代表性结果的视频呈现。 将视频呈现记录在有形介质（例如，DVD或CD-ROM）上或以其它方式提供给播放器（例如，玩家可以在线访问视频呈现）。 在一个实施例中，可以通过描绘提供结果指示的连续事件的视频来表示每个个体结果。 这允许玩家购买视频呈现（例如，赌博合法的管辖区域中的预定结果，但是以玩家的方便（例如，从任何管辖区域和任何时间）查看呈现。在一个实施例中，玩家 ，可以通过传统的游戏设备界面（例如，通过插槽卷轴的表示）来查看结果，并且作为谨慎的结果来查看结果，或者通过谨慎的结果来查看描绘连续事件的视频。在一些实施例中， 可以使用不同于传统投注游戏的主题来观看视频和/或与代表一个或多个先前产生的结果的游戏进行交互（例如，可以使用视频游戏主题将结果传达给玩家，例如运动 或冒险游戏）购买这样的视频呈现的玩家随后可以兑换它以获得与之相关的兑换值。

公开(公告)号：US08342949B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-01

申请号：US13010503

申请日：2011-01-20

Applicant: Jay S. Walker ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Daniel E. Tedesco ,  Michael W. Patterson

Inventor： Jay S. Walker ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Daniel E. Tedesco ,  Michael W. Patterson

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/3211 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/323 ,  G07F17/3262

Abstract: In accordance with at least one embodiment, a gaming system is operable to determine a first gaming device being operated by a player and select a second gaming device to be controlled, via the first gaming device, by the player. In some embodiments, the gaming system is further operable to configure the second gaming device to be controlled via an interface of the first gaming device.

Abstract translation: 根据至少一个实施例，游戏系统可操作以确定由玩家操作的第一游戏装置，并且通过玩家通过第一游戏装置选择要被控制的第二游戏装置。 在一些实施例中，游戏系统还可操作以配置通过第一游戏设备的接口来控制第二游戏设备。

公开(公告)号：US08234207B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-31

申请号：US12775705

申请日：2010-05-07

Applicant: Paul T. Breitenbach ,  Sih Y. Lee ,  Paul D. Signorelli ,  Daniel E. Tedesco ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Stephen C. Tulley ,  Geoffrey M. Gelman ,  Robert C. Tedesco

Inventor： Paul T. Breitenbach ,  Sih Y. Lee ,  Paul D. Signorelli ,  Daniel E. Tedesco ,  James A. Jorasch ,  Stephen C. Tulley ,  Geoffrey M. Gelman ,  Robert C. Tedesco

IPC: G06Q40/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q10/087 ,  G06Q40/025 ,  G06Q40/04 ,  G07F5/18 ,  G07F9/026 ,  G07F11/002 ,  G07F17/0014 ,  G07F17/42

Abstract: Disclosed herein are various systems and methods for improving the establishment and management of vending machine subscriptions, including systems and methods for constructing, communicating, and registering subscriptions, as well as various methods for processing the redemption of vending machine subscription items. Several additional embodiments are disclosed, including various alternate methods of promoting longitudinal machine-customer relationships.

Abstract translation: 这里公开了用于改进自动售货机订阅的建立和管理的各种系统和方法，包括用于构建，通信和注册订阅的系统和方法，以及用于处理自动售货机订阅项目的兑换的各种方法。 公开了几个附加实施例，包括促进纵向机器 - 客户关系的各种替代方法。

公开(公告)号：US08142280B2

公开(公告)日：2012-03-27

申请号：US11814373

申请日：2006-07-25

Applicant: Jay S. Walker ,  Russell P. Sammon ,  Jeffrey Y. Hayashida ,  Daniel E. Tedesco ,  Robert C. Tedesco

Inventor： Jay S. Walker ,  Russell P. Sammon ,  Jeffrey Y. Hayashida ,  Daniel E. Tedesco ,  Robert C. Tedesco

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3244

Abstract: A gaming device incentivizes additional game play by combining payouts with conditional payouts. During game play, players are informed of the conditions, which must be satisfied so as to vest the conditional payouts. Subsequent game play is monitored to see if the player has satisfied the conditions. If the player has satisfied the conditions, then the conditional payout vests. If the condition is not met, then the conditional payout terminates.

Abstract translation: 游戏设备通过将付款与条件支付相结合来激励额外的游戏。 游戏过程中，玩家被告知条件，必须满足条件才能使有条件的支付。 监控随后的游戏，看看玩家是否满足了条件。 如果玩家满足条件，则有条件支付背心。 如果条件不满足，则条件支付终止。

公开(公告)号：US08038520B2

公开(公告)日：2011-10-18

申请号：US11423463

申请日：2006-06-12

Applicant: Jay S. Walker ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  James A. Jorasch

Inventor： Jay S. Walker ,  Robert C. Tedesco ,  James A. Jorasch

IPC: A63F3/06

CPC classification number: G07F17/3244 ,  A63F9/00 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3225 ,  G07F17/3227 ,  G07F17/323 ,  G07F17/3286

Abstract: In accordance with some embodiments, a plurality of outcomes are generated and used to create a video presentation of representative outcomes. The video presentation is recorded onto a tangible medium (e.g., DVD or CD-ROM) or otherwise provided to a player (e.g., player may access the video presentation online). This allows a player to purchase a video presentation of (e.g., predetermined) outcomes in a jurisdiction in which gambling is legal yet view the presentation at the player's convenience (e.g., from any jurisdiction and at any time). A player who purchases such a video presentation may subsequently redeem it for a redemption value associated therewith.

Abstract translation: 根据一些实施例，产生多个结果并用于创建代表性结果的视频呈现。 将视频呈现记录在有形介质（例如，DVD或CD-ROM）上或以其他方式提供给玩家（例如，玩家可以在线访问视频呈现）。 这允许玩家在赌博合法的管辖区内购买（例如，预定的）结果的视频呈现，但是以玩家的方便（例如，从任何管辖区域和任何时间）观看呈现。 购买此类视频演示的玩家可以随后将其兑换成与之相关联的兑换值。