Merged Game Matrix with Dynamic Display Positions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Electronic gaming machines (EGMs) lack innovative features to maintain or increase player enjoyment, as they typically rely on traditional game formats and random number generators, which may not provide sufficient variety or engagement.
Innovation Solution
A method is introduced to merge multiple games into a single game with increased display positions by incorporating a game controller that determines if a wager includes a base game and a game enhancement wager, transforming the games into a merged game with additional display positions and symbols, thereby enhancing gameplay experience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional game formats and random number generators are used, then game fairness and regulation compliance are maintained, but player enjoyment and engagement decrease due to lack of innovation and variety
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple separate base games into a single unified game structure where multiple game instances can coexist and interact. This allows the system to provide diverse game experiences while maintaining a unified control framework, resolving the contradiction between game variety and system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces dynamic game enhancement features that can be activated based on wager amounts. The game structure dynamically adjusts to provide additional display positions, symbols, and winning opportunities when players place enhanced wagers, allowing the system to adapt complexity based on player engagement level.
2Quantity of substance
If multiple separate games are played, then game variety is maintained, but the number of display positions and winning opportunities are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent adds an additional dimensional layer to the game display by introducing game enhancement positions that overlay or extend beyond the base game positions. This creates a multi-layered display structure where base game symbols and enhancement symbols coexist, effectively increasing the number of display positions without requiring separate physical game units.
3Productivity
If game enhancement wager is added, then player engagement and winning chances increase, but wager complexity and player decision-making complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a tiered wagering system where players can choose to place base wagers only, or add optional game enhancement wagers on top. This partial action approach allows players to engage at their comfort level, with the option to increase engagement and winning frequency gradually by adding enhancement wagers, rather than requiring complex decisions all at once.
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AI summary
A method of merging a plurality of games into a single game on a gaming machine. A display displays first and second games. A game controller determines if a wager has been placed, and if the wager placed includes a base game wager and a game enhancement wager. Upon determining that the wager placed includes a base game wager and a game enhancement wager, the game controller merges the first and second games and a plurality of display positions into a merged game. The merged game selects symbols from the first game and the second game.