Using reel spin direction as a trigger for a bonus wagering game
The spin direction of slot reels in wagering games is used to trigger bonus games, enhancing player engagement and enjoyment by offering varied and exciting bonus outcomes.
AU2025279796A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-07-09INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY INC
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Patent Information
- Application Number
- AU2025279796
- Authority / Receiving Office
- AU · AU
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2024-12-20
- Filing Date
- 2025-12-15
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-09
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
There is a need for additional incentives and engagement features in wagering games to encourage player participation and enjoyment, particularly in casino environments.
Method used
Implementing a system where the spin direction of slot reels in a wagering game determines a sequence that triggers a bonus game, with the bonus game result and award being based on the spin direction sequence.
Benefits of technology
Enhances player engagement and enjoyment by providing varied and unpredictable bonus game outcomes, increasing the anticipation and excitement of the gaming experience.
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Abstract
20 25 27 97 96 15 D ec 2 02 5 A B S T R A C T 2 0 2 5 2 7 9 7 9 6 1 5 D e c 2 0 2 5 800 FIG. 8 Displaying, by a graphical user interface of a display device of a gaming device, a primary wagering game comprising a plurality of slot reels 802 Displaying, by the graphical user interface in response to receipt of a wager for the primary wagering game at the gaming device, each slot reel of the plurality of slot reels spinning in a spin direction comprising one of a first direction and a second direction 804 Determining, by a processor circuit based on the spin direction of each slot reel, a sequence of spin directions for the plurality of slot reels 806 Based on the sequence of spin directions comprising a first sequence of spin directions, initiating a bonus game at the gaming device 808 Determining, by the processor circuit, a bonus game result for the bonus game 810 Based on the bonus game result, cause the gaming device to award a bonus game award to a player at the gaming device. 812 12 / 12 802 804 812 20 25 27 97 96 15 D ec 2 02 5 8 0 0 2 0 2 5 2 7 9 7 9 6 1 5 D e c 2 0 2 5 8 0 4 8 0 6 8 0 8 8 1 2
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