Patent ID: 9336651
Filing Date: 2016-05-10
CPC Classification: G07F

Claim Text:
1. A method of operating a wagering game with a moving target elimination feature under the control of at least one processor and provided through an electronic gaming machine, the method comprising: a) receiving a player input or authorization of money or wagering credits having a money value through a currency/voucher acceptor or a player card reader connected to the gaming machine, and causing the at least one processor to execute program code to initiate play of the wagering game after receiving a wager input from a player; b) causing the at least one processor to execute program code to display multiple targets on an electronic display at the gaming machine, and providing the player ability to make selections from a set of player selectable indicia displayed on the electronic display separate from the targets, the indicia having a potential effect on the targets; c) causing the at least one processor to execute program code to, depending upon each indicia selection, eliminate zero or more of the multiple targets and provide a player with an award related to any targets eliminated; d) causing the at least one processor to execute program code to, after each selection and elimination, move one or more remaining of the targets on the display towards an objective; e) causing the at least one processor to execute program code to, after designated selections, add additional targets to the display; f) causing the at least one processor to execute program code to, if all targets are eliminated, providing the player with a bonus award and ending the game; and g) causing the at least one processor to initiate transfer of credits having a cash value to a player responsive to awarding the prize, and allowing the player to withdraw cash corresponding to the cash value.