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Method and apparatus for playing a game

a game and game technology, applied in the field of methods and apparatus for playing games, can solve the problems of limited visual stimulation, difficult for younger players to learn and play, and difficult to follow and learn games such as card games, and achieve the effect of high scor

Inactive Publication Date: 2012-05-10
LANDERS STEWART
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"The patent describes an apparatus and method for playing a game using game pieces and a scoring device. The game pieces have a unique feature, while the scoring device also has a unique feature. When the game piece is placed in a position associated with the scoring device, a score is obtained based on the relationship between the unique features of the game piece and the scoring device. The game can be played with multiple players and the game pieces can be selected from a pool of game pieces. The technical effects of this invention include increased complexity and challenge for players, as well as improved game experience and customization options for game designers."

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However some games, such as card games, are often difficult to follow and to learn.
Furthermore, there is often limited visual stimulation in these games, which make it difficult for younger players to learn and play.

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[0038]An example of a method / process for playing a game, will now be described with reference to FIG. 1.

[0039]In particular, FIG. 1 shows a method for playing a game, where at step 100, a game piece is selected, where the game piece has a first distinguishing feature. At step 110, the game piece is placed in a position associated with a scoring device. In this example, the scoring device has a second distinguishing feature. Accordingly, at step 120, a score is obtained with respect to the relationship between the first distinguishing feature and the second distinguishing feature.

[0040]In a further example, the game can include a plurality of players, where each player can perform the steps of FIG. 1. The method can also include selecting the game piece from a pool of game pieces, retrieving and / or swapping the game piece with a replacement game piece from the pool and / or removing a game piece from the placement and placing the game piece into the pool.

[0041]It will be appreciated th...

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Abstract

A method and apparatus for playing a game, where at step (100), a game piece is selected, where the game piece has a first distinguishing feature. At step (110), the game piece is placed in a position associated with a scoring device. In this example, the scoring device has a second distinguishing feature. Accordingly, at step (120), a score is obtained with respect to the relationship between the first distinguishing feature and the second distinguishing feature.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for playing a game, and in particular, a game having a scoring device and game pieces.DESCRIPTION OF THE BACKGROUND ART[0002]The reference in this specification to any prior publication (or information derived from it), or to any matter which is known, is not, and should not be taken as an acknowledgment or admission or any form of suggestion that the prior publication (or information derived from it) or known matter forms part of the common general knowledge in the field of endeavour to which this specification relates.[0003]Presently, a host of games exist that provide entertainment to those who play them, often involving a combination of skill, tactics and luck. However some games, such as card games, are often difficult to follow and to learn. Furthermore, there is often limited visual stimulation in these games, which make it difficult for younger players to learn and play.[0004]Thus, there is r...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63F9/00
CPCA63F1/18A63F2009/1292A63F2003/00716A63F7/0076
Inventor LANDERS, STEWART
Owner LANDERS STEWART