摘要 |
An apparatus for and a method of playing games is provided. In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the invention, multiple games (e.g., poker and slots) may be played simultaneously to enhance user enjoyment. In accordance with a preferred embodiment, predetermined associations of individual events occurring in the various games can be made. Upon detection of one or more predetermined associations during playing of the multiple games a user can be further rewarded in addition (or in lieu) of any reward given based on the results of the games individually. In accordance with a preferred embodiment, users can be permitted to make parametric requests that effectively specify the parameters that limit the possible occurrences events that would otherwise result from playing one or more games. Commercial embodiments of the invention may include, for example, indicia of slot reel images on the face of (or above) individual cards of a video poker machine or even on the modified face of cards in a manual deck of cards.
|