Fandex filed 1 patent this quarter in the Monetization category.
The application covers a gaming system that combines fantasy sports with poker mechanics, using real-time athlete performance data to determine virtual card values. This approach randomizes team selection to make the game more accessible and less time intensive for players.
The single Monetization patent reimagines fantasy sports by borrowing from poker's playbook. Rather than requiring players to spend hours researching and drafting teams, the system deals virtual cards representing athletes whose values fluctuate based on actual game performance. Players receive random hands and can choose to discard and draw new cards, mirroring poker's familiar mechanics while maintaining the connection to real-world sports outcomes. The approach reduces the barrier to entry for casual players who want the excitement of fantasy competition without the research commitment, and the collectible card framework opens up additional engagement paths beyond traditional season-long leagues.
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