Hybrid Skill-Based Wager Gaming Interface Segmentation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Traditional slot machine technology is outdated and fails to attract younger demographics due to its dated gameplay and interaction methods, while also being cumbersome for regulatory approvals in various jurisdictions.

Innovation Solution

Implementing hybrid skill-based, wager-based gaming techniques that combine arcade-style gameplay with wagering elements, using approved back-end solutions like GLI standards to create games that appeal to diverse demographics without requiring additional regulatory approvals, incorporating various interface devices and themes such as first-person shooters, RPGs, and multiplayer functions.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If traditional slot machine technology is used, then regulatory approval is straightforward, but player engagement and appeal to younger demographics deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveappeal to diverse demographicsVSAvoidregulatory approval complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The gaming system is segmented into distinct functional modules: arcade game engine, wagering module, and regulatory compliance layer. This allows the arcade-style gameplay to be separated from the wagering mechanics, enabling each component to be independently approved and certified, thus reducing overall regulatory complexity while maintaining demographic appeal

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system implements a universal backend platform that can support multiple game themes, arcade styles, and wagering configurations within a single regulated framework. This multi-functionality allows the same approved platform to serve diverse demographic preferences without requiring separate regulatory approvals for each game variant

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Ease of operation

If arcade-style gameplay is implemented, then player engagement improves, but interaction complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveplayer interactionVSAvoidinterface complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements self-service features where the arcade game automatically manages wagering transactions, bet placement, and outcome settlement without requiring complex player interactions. The game interface presents simple arcade controls while the backend automatically handles the wagering logic, reducing operational complexity for the player

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

An intermediary software layer is introduced between the arcade game interface and the wagering system. This mediator translates simple player actions (e.g., pressing a button to shoot) into wagering events, abstracting the complexity of monetary transactions from the player's interaction experience

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS10909809B2Graphical user interface and computer processing techniques for facilitating user interaction with electronic gaming devices

Publication Date: 2021.02.02 EMPIRE TECHNOLOGICAL GROUP LTD

AI summary

Various aspects described for implementing skill-based, wager-based gaming techniques via computer networks, including one or more casino gaming networks. The skill-based, wager-based game may include a non-wager based gaming portion and a wager-based gaming portion. One or more players are able to concurrently engage in continuous game play of the non-wager based gaming portion during execution of wager-based gaming events which are automatically triggered based on events which occur during play of the non-wager based gaming portion. Payouts for a given wager-based game event outcome may include both monetary payouts and non-monetary payouts.