Sic Bo Game System with Segmented Dice Sets and Unique Symbols

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Solution Overview

Problem

Sic Bo games lack excitement and variety in betting options, particularly in regions with low appearance frequency and high award ratios, leading to limited player engagement and amusement.

Innovation Solution

Introducing a method and apparatus for a side bet game that uses two distinct sets of three dice, with one set comprising standard six-faced dice and the other set featuring dice with unique symbols, allowing players to select or exclude dice for wagering, and utilizing a processor to determine winning outcomes against multiple paytables.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If traditional Sic Bo games use only three standard dice, then the game rules are simple and easy to understand, but the betting options are limited and player engagement is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvebetting optionsVSAvoiddice configuration
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the traditional three-dice system into two separate sets: a first set of three standard dice for traditional Sic Bo betting, and a second set of three special dice with unique symbols for side bet wagering. This segmentation allows players to engage in both traditional and enhanced betting options independently, increasing versatility without overwhelming complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The gaming system is designed to support multiple functions: traditional Sic Bo wagering on the first set of dice, side bet wagering on the second set of dice with unique symbols, and combined wagering across both sets. This multi-functionality allows a single game platform to serve both traditional players and those seeking enhanced betting variety.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If Sic Bo games offer high award ratios for low appearance frequency outcomes, then player excitement increases, but the house edge becomes difficult to manage and game balance is compromised

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewagering optionsVSAvoidhouse edge control
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent separates traditional Sic Bo wagering from side bet wagering into distinct betting zones and dice sets. Each segment has its own paytable and house edge characteristics, allowing the casino to manage risk independently for each game type while offering players diverse options with different risk-reward profiles.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces unique symbols on the second set of dice that are not standard numbers 1-6, creating a distinct probability distribution and payoff structure for side bets. This parameter change allows for customized payout ratios that can offer high excitement for specific outcomes while maintaining overall house edge control through the segmented game design.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentUS10058770B2Dice games and Sic Bo variant with six dice
Publication Date: 2018.08.28 DK CROWN HOLDINGS INC
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AI summary

A system enables wagering method on random outcome events including Sic Bo. The system includes:a) two distinct sets of three dice in each set, one set being a set of three standard dice, and another set of special image dice with images on each face;b) a surface for moving and stopping the two distinct sets of three dice in each set;c) at least two wagering positions;d) three separate paytables, for the random outcome for the first set of dice. Second set of dice and combined two sets of dice; ande) wherein the first set of dice comprises standard six-faced dice and the second set of dice comprises a first die, a second die and a third die with each of the second set of dice having at least one face with a unique symbol that does not include numbers or art indicating 1 through six.