Wagering game using cards and dice

Abstract

A wagering game is disclosed utilizing both cards and dice. The instant invention is a fast-paced game wherein a dealer deals a card to each player making an initial bet, with the player optionally accepting a second card, and determining based on those cards whether to raise the initial bet. Additionally the player may make separate bets on numbers corresponding to the values shown on a plurality of dice, which are rolled after the card draws and raises are made. The player's number bets win based on the number of matches between the number wagered on and the dice shown, with possible increased payouts in the case of certain multiple matches combined with particular cards shown. Additionally, the player wins on the initial bet and raise bets if the total value of cards and dice shown exceed a threshold value without going over a maximum value.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority from provisional application 61 / 125,229, the disclosure of which is hereby expressly incorporated herein.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY FUNDED RESEARCH[0002]Not applicable.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]The present invention relates to a game and method for playing a game involving the use of both cards and dice. As legalized gaming continues to expand throughout the world, and in particular, in the United States, there is an ongoing need for new games of chance. Despite the number of creative minds expending a great deal of energy in creating new games, the vast majority of these games do not find their way into casinos, due to various shortcomings such as slow pace of play, complex rules, poor player odds, and in some cases, the lack of a significant payout opportunity. Because of these hurdles, games typically found in a casino generally comprise traditional choices such as blackjack, craps, roulette, ...

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Benefits of technology

[0006]Accordingly, the embodiments of the present invention provide a wagering game having the desired characteristics and which add the novelty of using both dice and cards, which is an unusual manner of play not found in most casinos at this time.

[0007]In a live embodiment of the present invention, a table game layout, three dice, and one or more traditional decks of cards provide the basis for a wagering game. The instant invention can be played individually on a small table, substantially similar to a blackjack table in size. Play is a combination of elements of a traditional fast-paced card game such as blackjack with the addition of dice, adding to the variety of outcomes and allowing for increased player excitement through higher payouts accompanying certain results. Several betting options are available which essentially makes the instant game two games in one.

Problems solved by technology

Despite the number of creative minds expending a great deal of energy in creating new games, the vast majority of these games do not find their way into casinos, due to various shortcomings such as slow pace of play, complex rules, poor player odds, and in some cases, the lack of a significant payout opportunity.

Even with the limited number of existing traditional table games, casinos have been slow to integrate new table games.

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