Patents by Inventor Stephen CARTWRIGHT

Stephen CARTWRIGHT 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).

  • Patent number: 12121815
    Abstract: A system and method for maintaining and increasing the engagement of video game users is disclosed by providing a virtual container mechanism that modifies the game progress of all users after the occurrence of a game event. The system may provide repeated opportunities, with virtual items awarded through virtual containers, to achieve success for the lifetime of the video game. The system may further mitigate the fear of new users encountering veteran users in a game, while creating repeated engagement opportunities for veteran players.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2024
    Inventors: John Smith, Stephen Cartwright, Jordan Massey, Gordon Grove
  • Publication number: 20230101707
    Abstract: A system and method for maintaining and increasing the engagement of video game users is disclosed by providing a virtual container mechanism that modifies the game progress of all users after the occurrence of a game event. The system may provide repeated opportunities, with virtual items awarded through virtual containers, to achieve success for the lifetime of the video game. The system may further mitigate the fear of new users encountering veteran users in a game, while creating repeated engagement opportunities for veteran players.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2021
    Publication date: March 30, 2023
    Inventors: John SMITH, Stephen CARTWRIGHT, Jordan MASSEY, Gordon ROWE