Patents by Inventor Mickey Roemer
Mickey Roemer has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 8690677Abstract: A gaming system is configured to use player telephone numbers to call players regarding bonuses or other awards. A player may provide their telephone number when signing up for a casino player rewards club or may input their number when playing a wagering game at a gaming machine. Players are randomly selected, such as by generating phone numbers or assigned numbers associated with phone numbers. The selected player(s) are called or contacted and monetary awards or bonuses may be rewarded. Such awards may involve additional game play or be awarded without additional action.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2009Date of Patent: April 8, 2014Inventor: Mickey Roemer
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Patent number: 8075396Abstract: A gaming system is configured to present a bonus event at one or more gaming machines. The gaming machines may be configured to present base wagering games. A bonus server may monitor play at the gaming machines and trigger a bonus event. The bonus event server may be configured to dynamically modify the bonus event trigger based upon the number of gaming machines in play to keep the odds of triggering the bonus event relatively constant. The bonus event may comprise a timed bonus event, such as a tournament in which players of active gaming machines have the opportunity to play one or more free games.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2008Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Assignee: Roemer Gaming, LLCInventor: Mickey Roemer
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Patent number: 8061714Abstract: Disclosed is a gaming machine that displays a plurality of indicia-bearing game pieces 12 on a gaming grid 14. A player then selects game pieces 12 that are adjacent and that have matching indicia 16. Preferably, the matching adjacent game pieces 34 that are selected are then removed from the gaming grid 14. One or more prizes are awarded in association with the selection and removal of the matching adjacent game pieces 34. Preferably, the player is also provided with the ability to shuffle any remaining non-selected game pieces 32, after all matching adjacent game pieces that are perceived by the player are selected and removed. In this regard, it is possible that the player may overlook some matching adjacent game pieces 34. Additionally, some preferred embodiment gaming machines incorporate the use of multiple indicia 16 on each game piece 12 for potentially matching with adjacent game pieces.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2011Date of Patent: November 22, 2011Assignee: Bally Gaming, Inc.Inventors: Mickey Roemer, David B. Schultz
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Publication number: 20110172014Abstract: Disclosed is a gaming machine that displays a plurality of indicia-bearing game pieces 12 on a gaming grid 14. A player then selects game pieces 12 that are adjacent and that have matching indicia 16. Preferably, the matching adjacent game pieces 34 that are selected are then removed from the gaming grid 14. One or more prizes are awarded in association with the selection and removal of the matching adjacent game pieces 34. Preferably, the player is also provided with the ability to shuffle any remaining non-selected game pieces 32, after all matching adjacent game pieces that are perceived by the player are selected and removed. In this regard, it is possible that the player may overlook some matching adjacent game pieces 34. Additionally, some preferred embodiment gaming machines incorporate the use of multiple indicia 16 on each game piece 12 for potentially matching with adjacent game pieces.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2011Publication date: July 14, 2011Applicant: BALLY GAMING, INC.Inventors: Mickey Roemer, David B. Schultz
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Patent number: 7938401Abstract: Disclosed is a gaming machine that displays a plurality of indicia-bearing game pieces 12 on a gaming grid 14. A player then selects game pieces 12 that are adjacent and that have matching indicia 16. Preferably, the matching adjacent game pieces 34 that are selected are then removed from the gaming grid 14. One or more prizes are awarded in association with the selection and removal of the matching adjacent game pieces 34. Preferably, the player is also provided with the ability to shuffle any remaining non-selected game pieces 32, after all matching adjacent game pieces that are perceived by the player are selected and removed. In this regard, it is possible that the player may overlook some matching adjacent game pieces 34. Additionally, some preferred embodiment gaming machines incorporate the use of multiple indicia 16 on each game piece 12 for potentially matching with adjacent game pieces.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 2010Date of Patent: May 10, 2011Assignee: Bally Gaming, Inc.Inventors: Mickey Roemer, David B. Schultz
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Publication number: 20100291986Abstract: Disclosed is a gaming machine that displays a plurality of indicia-bearing game pieces 12 on a gaming grid 14. A player then selects game pieces 12 that are adjacent and that have matching indicia 16. Preferably, the matching adjacent game pieces 34 that are selected are then removed from the gaming grid 14. One or more prizes are awarded in association with the selection and removal of the matching adjacent game pieces 34. Preferably, the player is also provided with the ability to shuffle any remaining non-selected game pieces 32, after all matching adjacent game pieces that are perceived by the player are selected and removed. In this regard, it is possible that the player may overlook some matching adjacent game pieces 34. Additionally, some preferred embodiment gaming machines incorporate the use of multiple indicia 16 on each game piece 12 for potentially matching with adjacent game pieces.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2010Publication date: November 18, 2010Applicant: BALLY GAMING, INC.Inventors: Mickey Roemer, David B. Schultz
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Publication number: 20100120520Abstract: A gaming machine is associated with a point of sale device. A party engages in a purchase transaction, such as the purchase of goods or services from a merchant. The transaction is processed via the point of same device. Upon rendering payment, if the party is entitled to monetary change, the amount of the change may be transferred to the gaming machine. That transferred change is accepted as a wager at the gaming machine, which presents a wagering game offering a chance for winnings. Winnings may be paid via the point of sale device, such as in the form of money from a cash register.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2009Publication date: May 13, 2010Inventors: Mickey Roemer, Tony Gumina
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Patent number: 7713118Abstract: A timed gaming event has a start time, a defined duration, and an end time. In one embodiment, the timed gaming event comprises a period of time during which the payout for winning results is enhanced, such as by a multiplier. In another embodiment, the timed event is a tournament in which players of multiple gaming machines play a plurality of games. The winner(s) of the tournament is determined by the aggregate outcomes of each player's play of the multiple games during the event, such as the player having the highest aggregated winnings for games played during the event. Another event is a timed bonus period of a main game, during which a player is provided the opportunity to play a bonus game for enhanced winnings.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2005Date of Patent: May 11, 2010Inventor: Mickey Roemer
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Publication number: 20100004045Abstract: A gaming system is configured to use player telephone numbers to call players regarding bonuses or other awards. A player may provide their telephone number when signing up for a casino player rewards club or may input their number when playing a wagering game at a gaming machine. Players are randomly selected, such as by generating phone numbers or assigned numbers associated with phone numbers. The selected player(s) are called or contacted and monetary awards or bonuses may be rewarded. Such awards may involve additional game play or be awarded without additional action.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 2, 2009Publication date: January 7, 2010Inventor: Mickey Roemer
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Patent number: 7631872Abstract: A preferred method includes displaying a plurality of indicia-bearing game pieces 12 on a gaming grid 14. A player then selects game pieces 12 that are adjacent and that have matching indicia 16. Preferably, the matching adjacent game pieces 34 that are selected are then removed from the gaming grid 14. One or more prizes are awarded in association with the selection and removal of the matching adjacent game pieces 34. Preferably, the player is also provided with the ability to shuffle any remaining non-selected game pieces 32, after all matching adjacent game pieces that are perceived by the player are selected and removed. In this regard, it is possible that the player may overlook some matching adjacent game pieces 34. Additionally, some preferred embodiment gaming methods incorporate the use of multiple indicia 16 on each game piece 12 for potentially matching with adjacent game pieces.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2003Date of Patent: December 15, 2009Assignee: Bally Gaming, Inc.Inventors: Mickey Roemer, David B. Schultz
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Publication number: 20080268946Abstract: A gaming system is configured to present a bonus event at one or more gaming machines. The gaming machines may be configured to present base wagering games. A bonus server may monitor play at the gaming machines and trigger a bonus event. The bonus event server may be configured to dynamically modify the bonus event trigger based upon the number of gaming machines in play to keep the odds of triggering the bonus event relatively constant. The bonus event may comprise a timed bonus event, such as a tournament in which players of active gaming machines have the opportunity to play one or more free games.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2008Publication date: October 30, 2008Inventor: Mickey Roemer
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Publication number: 20080171586Abstract: A casino player loyalty system is configured to offer patrons with bonus opportunities. Patrons identified in a player database are selected, at random or in accordance with particular criteria. Each patron is contacted via a communication link, such as by a phone call. The patron is offered the opportunity to participate in a bonus event. The patron may participate over the communication link or travel to the casino and play a gaming machine configured to present the bonus event. The bonus event has at least one winning outcome for which a bonus award is yielded without requirement of a bet or wager. The bonus award may be monies, points or prizes.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 20, 2008Publication date: July 17, 2008Inventor: Mickey Roemer
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Patent number: 7347775Abstract: Gaming machines include telecommunication devices, such as telephones, so that calls may be placed to the player of the machine and/or so that calls may be placed from the machine to a remote location. A game includes the opportunity to involve a third party participant located remote from the gaming machine, in the play of the game via a telecommunication link. In one embodiment, a game includes a base game having the opportunity for one or more bonus or secondary events. One event includes the opportunity to call a participant, with the player and participant provided the opportunity to play a game for winnings, such as money, prizes or points. Another event involves calls to the player as part of an opportunity of the player to win winnings, such as money, prizes or points.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2004Date of Patent: March 25, 2008Inventor: Mickey Roemer
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Publication number: 20070205556Abstract: A preferred method includes displaying a plurality of indicia-bearing game pieces 12 on a gaming grid 14. A player then selects game pieces 12 that are adjacent and that have matching indicia 16. Preferably, the matching adjacent game pieces 34 that are selected are then removed from the gaming grid 14. One or more prizes are awarded in association with the selection and removal of the matching adjacent game pieces 34. Preferably, the player is also provided with the ability to shuffle any remaining non-selected game pieces 32, after all matching adjacent game pieces that are perceived by the player are selected and removed. In this regard, it is possible that the player may overlook some matching adjacent game pieces 34. Additionally, some preferred embodiment gaming methods incorporate the use of multiple indicia 16 on each game piece 12 for potentially matching with adjacent game pieces.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: BALLY GAMING, INC.Inventors: Mickey Roemer, David Schultz
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Publication number: 20060019744Abstract: A timed gaming event has a start time, a defined duration, and an end time. In one embodiment, the timed gaming event comprises a period of time during which the payout for winning results is enhanced, such as by a multiplier. In another embodiment, the timed event is a tournament in which players of multiple gaming machines play a plurality of games. The winner(s) of the tournament is determined by the aggregate outcomes of each player's play of the multiple games during the event, such as the player having the highest aggregated winnings for games played during the event. Another event is a timed bonus period of a main game, during which a player is provided the opportunity to play a bonus game for enhanced winnings.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2005Publication date: January 26, 2006Inventor: Mickey Roemer
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Publication number: 20060019743Abstract: A method of game play includes a base game and a bonus event. The outcome of the base game is determined and, if it is a bonus event initiating outcome, the bonus event is initiated. A bonus event time period is determined. As many bonus games as possible are presented or played during the bonus event time period. At the end of the time period, the bonus event is terminated. In one embodiment, a player is awarded credits for bonus game wins, with total win values aggregated during the bonus event period. A timer displays remaining bonus event time.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 22, 2004Publication date: January 26, 2006Inventor: Mickey Roemer
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Publication number: 20060019734Abstract: Gaming machines include telecommunication devices, such as telephones, so that calls may be placed to the player of the machine and/or so that calls maybe placed from the machine to a remote location. A game includes the opportunity to involve a third party participant located remote from the gaming machine, in the play of the game via a telecommunication link. In one embodiment, a game includes a base game having the opportunity for one or more bonus or secondary events. One event includes the opportunity to call a participant, with the player and participant provided the opportunity to play a game for winnings, such as money, prizes or points. Another event involves calls to the player as part of an opportunity of the player to win winnings, such as money, prizes or points.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2004Publication date: January 26, 2006Inventor: Mickey Roemer
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Publication number: 20050056999Abstract: A preferred method includes displaying a plurality of indicia-bearing game pieces 12 on a gaming grid 14. A player then selects game pieces 12 that are adjacent and that have matching indicia 16. Preferably, the matching adjacent game pieces 34 that are selected are then removed from the gaming grid 14. One or more prizes are awarded in association with the selection and removal of the matching adjacent game pieces 34. Preferably, the player is also provided with the ability to shuffle any remaining non-selected game pieces 32, after all matching adjacent game pieces that are perceived by the player are selected and removed. In this regard, it is possible that the player may overlook some matching adjacent game pieces 34. Additionally, some preferred embodiment gaming methods incorporate the use of multiple indicia 16 on each game piece 12 for potentially matching with adjacent game pieces.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2003Publication date: March 17, 2005Inventors: Mickey Roemer, David Schultz