Dynamic Prize Distribution in Bingo Gaming Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional bingo gaming systems lack the ability to dynamically modify the prize distribution and entertainment value during gameplay, failing to provide a more exciting experience for players.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a method that switches between two different play modes with unique probability settings for bingo game results, using shared or distinct result indicators across these modes to alter the win distribution in favor of the player, while maintaining a consistent game presentation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional bingo gaming systems use fixed prize distribution, then game structure is simple and easy to operate, but player engagement and entertainment value are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic prize distribution by allowing the system to switch between different play modes (first play mode and second play mode) with different prize distributions. The system dynamically adjusts which prize distribution applies based on trigger events, transforming a static bingo game into one with adaptable reward structures that can respond to gameplay conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the parameters of prize distribution by defining multiple prize distributions with different probability settings and result levels. Each play mode has its own configured parameters for winning frequencies and prize amounts, allowing the system to modify game characteristics without changing the fundamental bingo gameplay mechanics.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple prize distributions are implemented with different probability settings, then player engagement and entertainment value increase, but game complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically manages the complexity of multiple prize distributions through self-service mechanisms. Trigger events automatically initiate switches between play modes, and the system autonomously tracks which prize distribution is currently active. This automation eliminates the need for players to manually configure or understand the complex prize structures, maintaining ease of operation while enabling prize distribution variety.
3Productivity
If the system switches between different play modes with unique probability settings, then winning frequency and prize size increase in hot mode, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs periodic action through scheduled or event-triggered mode switches. The second play mode (hot mode) is activated for predetermined periods or until specific return events occur, creating a rhythmic pattern of normal and enhanced gameplay. This periodic structure allows the system to deliver increased winning frequencies in hot modes while managing complexity through predictable, time-bound activations rather than continuous complex state management.
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AI summary
A method includes operating a bingo player station in a first play mode in which the result for a respective bingo game play initiated through the bingo player station is assigned according to a first pattern list. In response to detecting a trigger event, the bingo player station is switched from the first play mode to a second play mode and then the bingo player station is operated in this second play mode. In the second play mode, the result for a respective bingo game play initiated through the bingo player station is assigned according to a second pattern list. The bingo player station is switched from the second play mode to the first play mode in response to a return event. Both the first pattern list and the second pattern list may share at least one result level and at least one common result indicator. However, the two pattern lists are different so that a given bingo pattern correlated to a prize in one of the pattern maps may correlate to a different prize or no prize in the other pattern map.