The present invention provides a gaming device having a bonus scheme wherein
a combination of bonus symbols trigger a bonus game and any one of the bonus symbols
in the bonus game provides a player with an award. The award may be an extension
of the bonus game by providing the player with additional spins or games. Also,
the award may modify the combination and type of bonus symbols needed to enter
the bonus game. Furthermore, the award may modify the award values in the bonus
game. Therefore, a combination bonus symbols trigger the bonus game and also triggers
the gaming device to provide bonus awards in the bonus game. The re-triggering
symbol award bonus scheme changes the probability of winning for the player and
therefore creates a higher level of excitement and enjoyment of the game.
