Randomly Funded Progressive Jackpots in Wagering Games

The patent applies dynamics by making the jackpot funding system adaptive rather than static. Instead of using a fixed predetermined percentage of coin-in to fund jackpots, the system dynamically determines funding amounts and recipient jackpots based on random selection and current jackpot levels. This creates unpredictable, exciting growth patterns where jackpots can experience rapid increases followed by plateaus, significantly enhancing player entertainment value while maintaining reliable operation through controlled randomness.

The patent implements periodic action through random funding intervals and variable increase amounts. Rather than uniformly increasing jackpots with every wager, the system uses random selection to determine which jackpots receive funding and how much, creating periodic bursts of growth interspersed with periods of stability. This periodic, unpredictable pattern maintains simplicity in the funding mechanism while dramatically increasing player engagement by creating anticipation and excitement around potential jackpot wins.

The patent applies parameter changes by varying multiple aspects of the funding distribution: which jackpot receives funding, the amount funded, and the frequency of funding events. The system randomly selects from different jackpots and funding amounts, creating diverse growth patterns across multiple jackpots. This variability in parameters maintains operational stability through controlled randomness while significantly enhancing adaptability and player excitement through unpredictable, varied jackpot growth trajectories.