Method And Apparatus For A Secondary Game Played In Conjunction With A Primary Game

Abstract

The present invention is a method, device and system for playing a primary game played in conjunction with a secondary game in an attractive format. The primary game can be played with or without playing the secondary game in any of a multiple of embodiments. Various pre-determined step or steps may be specified that must be accomplished in order for play of the secondary game. Additionally, the games can be played wherein a player may wager on the outcome of either the primary game, the secondary game, or both Any winnings accomplished by a player may be paid in the form of an award, a prize, or other payout.

1 . A method of operating a gaming machine, comprising the steps of:
 providing a first game of chance;   providing a second game of chance which has the potential for achieving a prize award;   operating said first game of chance;   operating said second game of chance in conjunction with said first game of chance; and   awarding any prize achieved in said second game of chance.   
   
   
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