Abstract: A gaming device and method for controlling operating same is disclosed. The gaming device initiates a paid play, and determines an outcome of the play. The outcome is visually displayed using at least two graphical displays. A first graphical display three reel strips each of which contains a puzzle piece symbol at each reel stop position. The outcome of the slot play is a win for the player if all three puzzle pieces that appear on a payline fit together. A second graphical display displays an animated interlocking process of the three puzzle pieces which may succeed or fail depending on the configuration of the puzzle pieces. A payout corresponding to the outcome is determined by the device, and is awarded to the player.