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David Schugar

Jon H Muskin

Gregg Solomon

Michael Shackleford

A method, apparatus, and computer readable storage to implement a disbursement of potential awards in a wagering game that have not been fully awarded yet. In a wagering game that comprises multiple states, a value of a favorable state relative to a prior state can be banked for later redemption by a player.

Wagering game with positive banking of positive expectation situations

A method, apparatus, and computer readable storage, for wagering on a game of chance which includes (a) offering, before a game of chance progression commences, an initial wager on any of a plurality of pieces to first complete the progression, an initial payout for the initial wager based on the pieces having equal chances of winning; and (b) offering, during the progression, a real time wager on any of a plurality of pieces to first complete the progression, a real time payout for the real time wager based on computed chances of a selected piece first completing the progression based on current positions of the plurality of pieces.

Wagering method, device, and computer readable storage medium, for wagering on pieces in a progression

A wagering game that allows a player to adjust a positive expectation game situation to a lower expectation game situation. In return, the player can increase the paytable so that awards the player wins will be paid at a higher rate. Alternatively, the player can increase the paytable in exchange for a less favorable game state.

Wagering game that allows player to alter payouts based on equity position

A method, apparatus, and computer readable storage to implement a progression type game, such as a simulated sport or other game. The game has multiple intermediate game states. The player has the option to bet during the intermediate parts of the game, or accelerate the game to completion. The acceleration option, when exercised, displays the game in a fast version so that the player can quickly see the outcome of the game and receive any earned winnings.

Method and apparatus for a wagering game including an option to quickly progress a multi-state game to completion

A method, apparatus, and computer readable storage to implement a wagering game which uses a random number generator to affect outcomes. The random number generator can be weighted by the player in exchange for a change in payouts. The random number generator can also be weighted in exchange for a cash purchase from the player or a cash payment to the player.

Method for adjusting a random number generator used for wagering by adjusting payouts or using liquid funds

Wagering game with player banking of positive expectation situations

A casino table or slot game allowing a player to place bets on game progressions. The player has the ability to tailor the game to his or her preferences. The player also has the ability to wager on the game before or during the game. Payouts on bets are adjusted according to computed payoffs depending on game situations.

Casino games directed to betting on progressions

A method, apparatus, and computer readable storage to drive an auxiliary game using resultant reel stops on a slot machine. Reel stops can have an action or property associated with them which affects the auxiliary game. When a player spins reels on the slot machine, the player can win a standard prize based on a resulting combination of symbols displayed on the slot machine and the player can also win an auxiliary prized based on the auxiliary game which can be controlled, in whole or in part, by where the reels stop.

Method to drive an auxiliary wagering game using a reeled slot machine

A method, apparatus, and computer readable storage medium for implementing a casino wagering game. The game allows the player to borrow funds against equity earned in a game currently in progress. When the game is over, any borrowed funds can be paid with winnings from the game.

Wagering game where player can borrow money for wagers based on equity position

A casino table or slot game whereby players bet on a moving piece on a table. The piece can move in two opposite directions on a line, the movement being determined by a random number generating device such as die or dice. The die will continuously be rolled, and the piece will be moved accordingly, until the piece reaches either end of each side of the line. Players bet on which end of the line the piece will reach first.

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David Schugar