Patent ID: 8128477
Filing Date: 2012-03-06
Classification: G07F

Abstract:
1. A gaming machine for playing a wagering game, comprising: a housing having a display region; a controller for conducting said wagering game; a video display coupled to said controller and configured to display images of a video reel, said images including a plurality of symbols that indicate a randomly selected outcome of said wagering game, said images further simulating at least one mechanical reel imperfection; and one or more sensors coupled to said controller and configured to sense one or more ambient objects external to said housing, wherein in response to said ambient objects being sensed, said controller causes said images to include at least one of spectral highlights and a virtual shadow, said spectral highlights simulating glare produced by said ambient objects wherein said ambient objects include a light source, said virtual shadow simulating a shadow produced by said ambient objects wherein said ambient objects include an object and a light source impinging thereon.