Persistent Reel-Crossing Bonus Element for Dynamic Slot Gameplay
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Solution Overview
Problem
Players become bored with repetitive game design and mechanics in electronic gaming machines, necessitating innovative elements to enhance gameplay experience.
Innovation Solution
Introduce a persistent non-symbol element that can move across reels based on game outcomes, affecting each play and potentially triggering bonuses, enhancing game dynamics.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a persistent non-symbol element is introduced to enhance gameplay engagement, then player interest and retention are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The non-symbol element dynamically changes position across reels based on game outcomes. The element moves from one reel to another according to symbol combinations, transforming a static game element into a dynamic one that adapts to gameplay conditions, thereby enhancing engagement without requiring complex external systems
Solution Approach 2:
The non-symbol element serves multiple functions: it acts as a game mechanic that moves across reels, triggers bonuses when landing on specific symbols, and influences subsequent gameplay. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate systems, maintaining simplicity while enhancing versatility
2Adaptability or versatility
If a persistent non-symbol element moves across reels affecting each play, then game dynamics are enhanced, but measurement precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses visual representations and symbolic markers to track the non-symbol element's position rather than requiring precise physical measurement. The element's position is indicated through display graphics and game state data, eliminating the need for high-precision measurement mechanisms while maintaining accurate game dynamics
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AI summary
An electronic gaming machine (“EGM”) can display a grid of symbols as part of a slot game. The EGM can further detect a triggering event as part of the slot game. The EGM can further, responsive to detecting the triggering event, determine that a non-symbol element is at a position relative to the grid of symbols. The EGM can further display the non-symbol element at the position.