METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR VARIABLE CONTRIBUTION PROGRESSIVE JACKPOTS

摘要

Methods and apparatuses for variable contribution multiple progressive jackpot games are disclosed. A variable contribution rate is determined as a function of a wager level. A contribution amount is determined by multiplying each wager by its corresponding contribution rate. The contribution amount is then added to at least two jackpot meters.

主权项

1. A method of operating a gaming device to fund at least two jackpots for a wagering game, the method comprising:
using a processor of the gaming device to: apply a portion of at least an initial contribution rate to a first series of wagers to a first jackpot meter to fund a first jackpot, another portion of at least the initial contribution rate to a second jackpot meter to fund a second jackpot and another portion of at least the initial contribution rate to at least one reseed meter; cease applying a portion of at least the initial contribution rate to the at least one reseed meter when at least one selected reseed value is reached; and applying at least one additional contribution rate to a second series of wagers in response to an occurrence of a threshold event.