Patents Assigned to Wizard of Odds Consulting, Inc
  • Double draw video poker games
    Patent number: 9105160
    Abstract: A method, apparatus, and computer readable storage medium for implementing improvements in video poker games. A second draw can be offered to the player, allowing the player an additional chance to improve the player's hand. The second draw can be always offered or triggered upon predefined conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2015
    Assignee: Wizard of Odds Consulting, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Shackleford, Jon Muskin
  • Double draw video poker games
    Patent number: 8187071
    Abstract: A method, apparatus, and computer readable storage medium for implementing improvements in video poker games. A second draw can be offered to the player, allowing the player an additional chance to improve the player's hand. The second draw can be always offered or triggered upon predefined conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2012
    Assignee: Wizard of Odds Consulting, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Shackleford, Jon Muskin
  • Card game allowing redeals
    Patent number: 7735830
    Abstract: A wagering game that allows the player and/or the dealer a redeal. If the player doesn't like his or her hand, the player can discard the player's hand and receive a new set of cards. If the dealer doesn't like his or her hand, according to predetermined dealer criteria, then the dealer can discard the dealer's hand and receive a new set of cards. The highest hand wins. The player can also have the opportunity to make a bonus bet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2010
    Assignee: Wizard of Odds Consulting, Inc
    Inventor: Michael Shackleford