Patents Examined by P. A. D'Agostino
  • Techniques for generating random awards using a plurality of average values
    Patent number: 7575517
    Abstract: A method of providing a game for a gaming device is provided. The method includes providing a plurality of average values. Average values in the plurality of average values represent different values of a prize pool. A wager amount and an input to initiate game play are received. An average value is selected from the plurality of average values and a random award is determined from the prize pool. The random award is determined from the average value selected from the plurality of average values.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2009
    Assignee: Gaming Enhancements, Inc.
    Inventors: Tyler Thomas Parham, William K. Bertram