Patent ID: 8622800
Filing Date: 2014-01-07
Classification: G07F

Abstract:
1. A computerized gaming method operated by a gaming machine comprising: causing a first video image to be generated on a display associated with a gaming machine using one or more processors of said gaming machine, said first video image representing a first game selected from a group of first games consisting of video poker, video blackjack, video slots, video keno and video bingo; causing a second video image of a second game to be generated on a display associated with a gaming machine using said one or more processors of said gaming machine, said second game comprising an instant bonus game; allowing said instant bonus game to be purchased for a buy-in amount and played without requiring play of said first game and without first obtaining a win in said first game using said one or more processors of said gaming machine, wherein said instant bonus game is the same whether earned or purchased; setting odds of winning said instant bonus game, using said one or more processors of said gaming machine, to be the same whether said instant bonus game was earned or purchased; and determining, using said one or more processors of said gaming machine, a value payout associated with said instant bonus game after said instant bonus game is played by a player.