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Gaming device with directional audio cues

a technology of directional audio and gaming equipment, which is applied in the field of gaming systems, can solve problems such as the difficulty of sorting out ambient effects from the central elements of the gam

Inactive Publication Date: 2005-07-28
BALLY GAMING INC
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"The patent describes a computerized gaming system that uses audio cues to direct a player's attention to the game elements on the screen. The audio cues can include variations in pitch, instrument, rhythm, volume, echo, phase, and location-specific sounds. The system also includes a gaming module with a processor and gaming code that can conduct a game of chance where monetary value can be wagered. The technical effect of this invention is to provide a more immersive and engaging experience for players of computerized gaming systems."

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But, with the wide variety of animations, actions, and other elements presented to the game player, it can become difficult to sort out the ambient effects from the central elements of the game.

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[0010] In the following detailed description of sample embodiments of the invention, reference is made to the accompanying drawings which form a part hereof, and in which is shown by way of illustration specific sample embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, and it is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and that logical, mechanical, electrical, and other changes may be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. The following detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense, and the scope of the invention is defined only by the appended claims.

[0011] The present invention provides in one embodiment a computerized gaming system having an audio module that is operable to play audio cues to direct the visual attention of a player of the gaming system, the audio cues comprising representa...

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Abstract

A computerized gaming system has an audio module operable to play audio cues to direct the visual attention of a player of the gaming system, the audio cues comprising representation of the physical location of a game element presented on a video screen by variation in at least one of pitch, instrument, rhythm, volume, echo, phase, and location-specific sounds. The gaming system further comprises a gaming module, which includes a processor and gaming code which is operable when executed on the processor to conduct a game of chance on which monetary value can be wagered.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The invention relates generally to gaming systems, and more specifically to gaming systems having directional audio cues. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] A wide variety of gaming devices are now available to gamers and to casino operators in computerized form, from slot machines to games that are traditionally played live such as poker and blackjack. These computerized games provide many benefits to the game owner and to the gambler, including greater reliability than can be achieved with a mechanical game or human dealer, more variety and animation in presentation of a game, and a lower overall cost of production and management. [0003] Computerized video game systems must be designed with many of the same concerns as their mechanical and table game ancestors—they must be fair, they must provide sufficient feedback to the gamer to make the game fun to play, and they must meet a variety of gaming regulations to ensure that both the machine owner and g...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63F9/24G07F17/32
CPCG07F17/3227G07F17/32
Inventor CONNELLY, MICHAEL P.
Owner BALLY GAMING INC
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