System and method for distributing instant win games

Abstract

This invention introduces a new system and method for distributing, selling, and playing scratch-off type games and any other similar instant win games that are currently distributed in the form of carton cards. The system and method is based on utilizing computerized game machines equipped with touch sensitive screens and optionally remote communication medium such as the Internet and optionally a game server. This system enables for distributing and selling the games in a virtual (software) manner, and for playing the games directly on the screen of the game terminal by utilizing its touch sensing feature. It also displays the result directly on the game terminal screen and may print them out through a printing device.

1 . A system for distributing instant win games, comprising:
 at least one game server;   a database hosted on at least one said game server;   a remote communication medium;   a plurality of game terminals coupled to the said game server via the said remote communication medium;   a touch screen attached to each said game terminal adapted to allow a customer to play the instant win game;   a game software adapted to present game choices, images, and payment options, and to utilize the said touch screen to present graphics and animations and to sense user interactions to select, purchase, and play instant win games;   a graphics animation algorithm in said game software that translates user interaction on the touch screen into animated simulation of scratch effect on the displayed game image; and   a printing device attached to each game said terminal adapted to print purchase receipts, game cards, and game result or winning voucher.