1. Field of the Invention
This invention relates to wagering games, gaming machines, gaming systems, and associated methods. More particularly, the invention relates to convertible in-revenue and out-of-revenue gaming machines, systems and related methods which provide an interactive bonus feature for the players.
2. Description of the Related Art
Various gaming systems have been developed to provide in-revenue and out-of-revenue gaming. Most of those systems are either dedicated to in-revenue operation or out-of-revenue operation. An example of in-revenue operation is a gaming machine or system in which game play is initiated with a money (or equivalent) wager by a player. An example of out-of-revenue operation is a gaming machine or system in which game play doesn't require a wager (e.g. tournament or free play).
There continues to be a need for innovative methods and gaming systems which provide convertibility between in-revenue and out-of-revenue gaming operation. There is also a need for innovative methods and systems for presenting tournament games in different ways to generate player interest and excitement.