JP4379849B2 - Information providing system and information storage medium for multiplayer game - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to an information providing system and an information storage medium for a multiplayer game.
[0002]
[Background Art and Problems to be Solved by the Invention]
In a network type multiplayer game on the Internet or the like, players sometimes talk to each other through characters.
[0003]
However, the player had to be connected to the network at all times when conducting conversations. Therefore, since many players are connected to the network at night, various characters can talk with each other, but there are few players participating in the network during the day, and the characters that they wanted to talk with May not be found, and you may not be able to fully enjoy the game.
[0004]
Further, for example, in the case of a romance simulation game, the male / female ratio of players participating in the network is overwhelmingly higher than that of women, and the original fun of the romance simulation game may not be realized.
[0005]
The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and its purpose is to play a game similar to the case where other players are participating in the network even when other players are not participating in the network. An object is to provide an information providing system and an information storage medium for a multiplayer game that can be performed.
[0006]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
In order to solve the above problems, an information providing system for a multiplayer game according to the present invention performs a multiplayer game in which at least a first player and a second player can participate based on a player's selection input in a predetermined terminal device. Information generating means for generating game information for
Providing means for providing the generated game information to the terminal device;
Obtaining means for obtaining player selection input information from the terminal device;
Including
When the first player participates in the game and the second player does not participate in the game,
The information generation means generates game information based on the selection input information of the second player acquired by the acquisition means so that the duplicate character of the second player appears in the game,
The providing means provides the game information to a terminal device operated by the first player.
[0007]
An information storage medium for a multiplayer game according to the present invention is an information storage medium usable by a computer,
Information generating means for generating game information for causing at least a first player and a second player to participate in a multiplayer game based on a player's selection input in a predetermined terminal device;
Providing means for providing the generated game information to the terminal device;
Obtaining means for obtaining player selection input information from the terminal device;
Including a program that enables a computer to
When the first player participates in the game and the second player does not participate in the game,
The information generation means generates game information based on the selection input information of the second player acquired by the acquisition means so that the duplicate character of the second player appears in the game,
The providing means provides the game information to a terminal device operated by the first player.
[0008]
A program according to the present invention includes a module for realizing each of the above means.
[0009]
According to the present invention, by using selection input information of a player who does not participate in the game, the duplicate character of the player can appear in the game.
[0010]
Therefore, the player can play the same game as when the other player is participating in the network even when the other player is not participating in the network.
[0011]
In addition, according to the present invention, it is possible to provide a game that is closer to reality by making a duplicate character that reflects a hobby of a real player appear in the game instead of a virtual character.
[0012]
The selection input information includes, for example, the player's name, gender, constellation, blood type, age, occupation, hobby, preference, characteristics, imaging information, and the like. The selection input specifically includes, for example, selection of an option, input of a character string, operation input using an arrow key, and the like.
[0013]
Further, the information providing system according to the present invention includes information generating means for generating game information for causing a romance simulation type multiplayer game based on a player's selection input in a predetermined terminal device,
Providing means for providing the generated game information to the terminal device;
Obtaining means for obtaining player selection input information from the terminal device;
Including
If the gender ratio is not the prescribed ratio,
The information generating means is configured to display game information so that a duplicate character of the lacking gender player appears in the game based on the selection input information of the lacking gender player obtained by the obtaining means. Generate
The providing means provides the game information to a terminal device operated by a player participating in the game.
[0014]
The information storage medium according to the present invention is an information storage medium that can be used by a computer,
Information generating means for generating game information for causing a romance simulation type multiplayer game based on a player's selection input in a predetermined terminal device;
Providing means for providing the generated game information to the terminal device;
Obtaining means for obtaining player selection input information from the terminal device;
Including a program that enables a computer to
If the gender ratio is not the prescribed ratio,
The information generating means is configured to display game information so that a duplicate character of the lacking gender player appears in the game based on the selection input information of the lacking gender player obtained by the obtaining means. Generate
The providing means provides the game information to a terminal device operated by a player participating in the game.
[0015]
A program according to the present invention includes a module for realizing each of the above means.
[0016]
In the case of a romance simulation type multiplayer game, it is important to adjust the sex ratio to an appropriate value.
[0017]
According to the present invention, a duplicating character of a gender player who is lacking can appear in the game.
[0018]
Therefore, the player can play the same game as when the other player is participating in the network even when the other player is not participating in the network.
[0019]
In addition, according to the present invention, it is possible to provide a game that is closer to reality by making a duplicate character that reflects a hobby of a real player appear in the game instead of a virtual character. In particular, in the love simulation game, the player can be more enthusiastic and enjoy the game by making human characters appear in the game that reflect the hobbies of real players.
[0020]
In the information providing system, the information storage medium, and the program, the information generation unit generates selection input information for prompting a player to make the selection input as part of the game information,
The providing means provides the selection input information to the terminal device,
The acquisition unit preferably acquires the selection input information from a terminal device to which the selection input information is provided.
[0021]
According to this, even when changing the information for selection input (for example, questions and options), it is possible to flexibly deal with and obtain the latest player selection input information (for example, options selected by the player). can do.
[0022]
In the information providing system, the information storage medium, and the program, it is preferable that the information generation unit generates game information so that a plurality of duplicate characters of one player are simultaneously present in a plurality of game scenes. .
[0023]
According to this, even if the popularity of a player's character is concentrated, a plurality of duplicate characters reflecting the player's hobby etc. can be present simultaneously in a plurality of game scenes. In response, popular characters can appear in the game at any time.
[0024]
Note that, as the plurality of game scenes, for example, different game scenes in one game, different game scenes in a plurality of different games, the same game scene in a plurality of the same games, and the like are applicable.
[0025]
In the information providing system, the information storage medium, and the program, the information generation unit includes a unit that generates an e-mail as a part of the game information based on a game result of a player participating in the game. ,
Preferably, the providing means transmits the e-mail to the player in which the duplicate character is generated.
[0026]
According to this, for example, a certain player can send an e-mail to another player in which a duplicate character has been generated when his game result is good (for example, a high score is obtained). Thereby, it is possible to encourage a player who has not actually participated in the game to participate in the game, or to develop the love on the game into an actual love.
[0027]
In the information providing system, the information storage medium, and the program, the selection input information is preferably information for selectively inputting at least one of a player's hobbies, preferences, and characteristics.
[0028]
The normal selection input information is the player's name and address, but it is possible to select and input items that are interesting to other players such as the player's hobbies, preferences, and characteristics, and to make duplicate characters appear in the game based on the selection input information. Thus, other players can regard the duplicate character as a more human character. Thereby, the game itself can be made closer to reality.
[0029]
Here, as the characteristics of the player, for example, the appearance, height, weight, exercise ability value (for example, the time taken to run 100 meters, etc.) and the like are applicable.
[0030]
Further, in the information providing system, the information storage medium, and the program, the acquisition unit acquires imaging information of a player as part of the selection input information from the terminal device or a predetermined imaging device,
Preferably, the information generation means generates game information so that the imaging information is reflected on the duplicate character.
[0031]
According to this, a duplicate character that reflects imaging information such as a face photo of another player can appear in the game. Thereby, the player can confirm the other player's face and the like in the game image, and can have a sense of familiarity with the duplicate character.
[0032]
In the information providing system, the information storage medium, and the program, the terminal device is preferably a portable terminal device.
[0033]
According to this, a multiplayer game can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere and with anyone.
[0034]
Here, as the portable terminal device, for example, a portable phone such as a so-called cellular phone, a portable information terminal having a communication function, a portable PC having a communication function, a portable game device having a communication function, etc. Is applicable.
[0035]
In the information providing system, the information storage medium, and the program, the portable terminal device is preferably a portable phone.
[0036]
Here, examples of the mobile phone include a so-called mobile phone, a PHS (Personal Handyphone System), a satellite communication phone, and the like.
[0037]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, a case where the present invention is applied to an information providing system that provides game information for executing a romance simulation type multiplayer game will be described as an example with reference to the drawings.
[0038]
(Outline of the game system)
FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a game system according to an example of the present embodiment.
[0039]
The game system is game information based on a mobile phone 200 that is a portable terminal device on which a player plays a game, and distribution request information (including selection information, operation information, and the like) transmitted from the mobile phone 200 via a transmission path. And a game information distribution device 100 that functions as a game information providing system that transmits game information used to play a game toward the mobile phone 200.
[0040]
In addition, the user 600 of the mobile phone 200 (a player at the time of game execution) images his / her face using the imaging device 700. This captured image is sent from the imaging apparatus 700 to the game information distribution apparatus 100 via the network 300, and is used to generate game information. The imaging device 700 will be described in detail later.
[0041]
Here, game information distribution apparatus 100 and mobile phone 200 are connected via network 300. In addition, the transmission path of the game system includes a wireless transmission path 320 and wired transmission paths 310 and 330.
[0042]
In the network 300, a mobile communication network including a base station for the mobile phone 200, a packet disassembly / assembly device, the Internet, and the like are interposed. In practice, a plurality of mobile phones 200 are connected to the game information distribution apparatus 100 via the network 300.
[0043]
The player connects to the network 300 using the mobile phone 200. The mobile phone 200 transmits the distribution request information generated based on the player's operation to the game information distribution apparatus 100. The game information distribution apparatus 100 generates game information corresponding to the distribution request and transmits it to the mobile phone 200.
[0044]
The mobile phone 200 receives the game information from the game information distribution device 100 and displays a game image on the screen or outputs a sound to execute the game. Further, the mobile phone 200 receives an e-mail from the game information distribution device 100.
[0045]
In the present embodiment, a case where the present invention is applied to a joint simulation (so-called joint-combination) simulation game which is a kind of a love-type simulation game in which a plurality of men and women have a conversation for the purpose of becoming a couple will be described as an example.
[0046]
In the joint simulation game according to the present embodiment, when the male / female ratio is not appropriate (for example, when the ratio is not 1: 1), a duplicate character (hereinafter referred to as a “copy character”) of a gender player that is lacking is a game. Make it appear.
[0047]
The player inputs characters and selects options in response to the conversation of the opponent displayed as a game image.
[0048]
Hereinafter, transition of the game image displayed on the screen of the mobile phone 200 will be described.
[0049]
FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating image transition at the time of sport selection according to an example of the present embodiment.
[0050]
For example, a male player who actually participates in a game uses his character “Takuya” to answer a question from “Yuka”, a copy character of a female player who does not participate in the game.
[0051]
In the image 400 shown in FIG. 2, “Yuka” asks what sport “Takuya” will play. The male player selects one option from sports options such as baseball, soccer, and tennis. Here, it is assumed that the male player has selected tennis.
[0052]
When the male player completes the selection, an image 402 is displayed on the screen of the mobile phone 200. In the image 402, the character string automatically generated according to the selection of the male player “Well. I often play tennis.” And the character string automatically generated based on the selection input information of the female player “ "Tell me now! Please tell me now." Is displayed as a character string indicating the evaluation of the player's response, "10P (points up)". The generation and evaluation of the character string is performed by the game information distribution device 100.
[0053]
In this case, the female player selects and inputs a male type having a favorable sensitivity at the time of user registration, and for sports, a selective input having a favorable sensitivity is performed for a man who likes tennis.
[0054]
For this reason, when the male player selects tennis, the game information distribution apparatus 100 has been evaluated to increase the liking of “Yuka”.
[0055]
As described above, by processing based on the selection input of the actual player, not the virtual player, a more human character can appear in the game.
[0056]
It is also possible to make an inquiry in a quiz format based on actual player selection input.
[0057]
FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating image transition at the time of performing an age guessing quiz according to an example of the present embodiment.
[0058]
For example, when the above-mentioned female player age quiz is performed, first, an age input field and an OK button are displayed as in the image 404, and the player inputs the age and turns on the OK button. 406 is displayed on the screen of the mobile phone 200.
[0059]
In the image 406, “24 years old?” Which is a character string automatically generated based on “24” which is a numerical value input by the male player as the age, and a numerical value which the female player has input as the age at the time of user registration. A character string automatically generated based on a certain “19” “Boo! I am 19 years old.” Is displayed.
[0060]
Further, in the image 406, “favorability-25P”, which is a character string indicating an evaluation that the male player has made an incorrect answer, is displayed.
[0061]
In this way, the game result can be clearly shown to the player by raising or lowering the likability, which is a kind of game result, according to the player's answer.
[0062]
Next, functional blocks of the game system for realizing these functions will be described.
[0063]
FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram of a game system according to an example of the present embodiment.
[0064]
The mobile phone 200 includes an operation unit 210 including character input keys, a transmission / reception unit 290 that transmits distribution request information including operation information from the operation unit 210, and receives game information from the game information distribution device 100. A storage unit 230 that temporarily stores the received game information, a display unit 220 that shapes a game image using a browser based on the game information stored in the storage unit 230, and displays the game image on a liquid crystal screen; And a sound output unit 222 that outputs a game sound based on the above.
[0065]
Here, the game information is information for playing a game. The game information corresponds to, for example, a program or module for executing a game. The game information includes not only information for displaying a game image but also information for playing game sound.
[0066]
On the other hand, the game information distribution device 100 receives (acquires) distribution request information from the mobile phone 200, transmits (provides) game information, and a transmission / reception unit 190 functioning as the providing means, and the received distribution request information. And a game information generation unit 111 that functions as information generation means for generating game information based on the received distribution request information. In addition, although the transmission / reception part 190 has both a provision function and an acquisition function, you may divide the transmission / reception part 190 into a provision means and an acquisition means.
[0067]
In addition, the game information generation unit 111 includes an image generation unit 113 that generates image information for displaying an image on the mobile phone 200, and an audio generation unit 114 that generates sound information for outputting sound on the mobile phone 200. And a mail generation unit 117 that generates an electronic mail.
[0068]
In addition, the game information distribution device 100 is configured to include a determination unit 115 that determines a request content based on distribution request information transmitted from the mobile phone 200.
[0069]
Note that image information, sound information, and electronic mail are types of game information. Further, the image generation unit 113, the sound generation unit 114, and the mail generation unit 117 appropriately refer to the user data 121, the game situation data 122, and the evaluation data 123 stored in the storage unit 120 having a predetermined storage area. Generate information.
[0070]
Moreover, the game information generation part 111 and the determination part 115 are contained in the process part 110, and the function is implement | achieved by CPU etc., for example. More specifically, the image generation unit 113 is configured to dynamically generate image information by software using a CGI (Common Gateway Interface).
[0071]
The storage unit 120 is realized by, for example, a RAM, and the transmission / reception unit 190 is realized by, for example, a communication device having a PAD (packet disassembly / assembly) function.
[0072]
Note that the information storage medium 180 is connected to the game information distribution apparatus 100, and the function can be realized by reading information (for example, a program, a module, etc.) from the information storage medium 180. .
[0073]
The information stored in the information recording medium 180 may be embodied on a carrier wave. In other words, the game information distribution apparatus 100 can realize the various functions described above by reading information from a predetermined host terminal or the like via the network instead of from the information storage medium 180, for example.
[0074]
As the information storage medium 180, for example, a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, IC card, ROM, RAM, memory card, storage medium using a laser, magnetism, or the like such as a hard disk can be applied. The information reading method from the information storage medium 180 may be a contact type or a non-contact type.
[0075]
Next, the data structure of the user data 121 described above will be described.
[0076]
FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram showing a data structure of user data 121 according to an example of the present embodiment.
[0077]
The user data 121 is data for managing game registrants. Items of the user data 121 include, for example, “user ID”, “user name” indicating the name of the character corresponding to the player, “email address”, “age”, “gender”, “favorite sport”, etc. To do. In addition to these items, items such as “hobby”, “profession”, “characteristics”, and “preference” of the player may be provided, and each item may be selected and input by the player.
[0078]
By referring to the user data 121, for example, when the image transition shown in FIG. 2 is performed, it can be determined whether or not the favorite sport inputted by “Takuya” matches the favorite sport of “Yuka”. .
[0079]
Next, the data structure of the game situation data 122 described above will be described.
[0080]
FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram illustrating a data structure of the game situation data 122 according to an example of the present embodiment.
[0081]
The game situation data 122 is data for grasping the game situation. The items of the game situation data 122 include “player” indicating the character name of the actual player, “copy participant” indicating the copy character name, and “favorability” indicating the preference of each female character. “Copy participants” are further divided into “male” and “female”.
[0082]
By referring to the game situation data 122, it is possible to grasp the characters constituting one group of the joint party and the likability for each female character.
[0083]
Actually, a plurality of pieces of game situation data 122 are prepared according to the number of groups for which a joint party is set.
[0084]
Next, the data structure of the above-described evaluation data 123 will be described.
[0085]
FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram illustrating a data structure of the evaluation data 123 according to an example of the present embodiment.
[0086]
The evaluation data 123 is data for indicating what evaluation is performed in a plurality of events in the game. The items of the evaluation data 123 correspond to “event”, “evaluation” and the like. Furthermore, “evaluation” is classified as “low”, “medium”, and “high”, with “high” indicating the highest evaluation and “low” indicating the lowest evaluation.
[0087]
For example, when a “favorite sports hit” event occurs, if the response from the player is appropriate, evaluate “high” and add 10P, and if the response is normal, evaluate “medium” and point If the response is inappropriate, the evaluation is “low” and -10P addition, that is, 10P subtraction is performed.
[0088]
Next, the flow of processing when the above-described joint simulation game is performed using the above-described units will be described.
[0089]
FIG. 8 is a flowchart illustrating a flow from user registration to game processing according to an example of the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a selection input image according to an example of the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating image transition at the start of a game according to an example of the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an e-mail image according to an example of the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a diagram showing another e-mail image according to an example of the present embodiment.
[0090]
When participating in the game, the player first performs user registration (step S2). Specifically, by requesting the player to participate in the game, distribution request information indicating a participation request is transmitted by the transmission / reception unit 290 of the mobile phone 200, and the game information distribution apparatus 100 transmits the distribution by the transmission / reception unit 190. The request information is received, the determination unit 115 is used to determine that the request is a participation request, and the player is registered in the user data 121 as a participant.
[0091]
In the user registration (step S2), a selection input image 408 for user registration as shown in FIG. 9 is displayed on the screen of the mobile phone 200. For example, the player inputs a name (character name), gender, constellation, blood type, age, occupation, and favorite sport using the character input keys of the mobile phone 200 with the selection input image 408 displayed. .
[0092]
In addition, the player can use his / her direction key and the confirmation key of the mobile phone 200 to display his / her tone, which is one of the player's characteristics, in the state where the selection input image 408 is displayed. Choose from “Natural”.
[0093]
The selection input information is transmitted from the mobile phone 200 to the game information distribution device 100 and stored as a part of the user data 121 by the determination unit 115.
[0094]
Furthermore, the determination unit 115 refers to the user data 121 and the game situation data 122 to determine whether the number of participants and the sex ratio are appropriate (step S4).
[0095]
When the male / female ratio of the players who actually participate in the game is inappropriate, for example, when there are not enough female players, the game information generating unit 111 causes the game information so that a copy character of the missing female player appears in the game. Is generated (step S8).
[0096]
And about the player who is sufficient, the game information production | generation part 111 produces | generates game information so that the character which the player actually participating in the game operates may appear in the game (step S6).
[0097]
As a result, the number of participants and the gender ratio are appropriate between the character operated by the player who is participating in the game and the copy character.
[0098]
In addition, when the gender ratio of the players actually participating in the game is appropriate, the game information generation unit 111 generates game information so that the characters operated by the players actually participating in the game appear in the game. (Step S6).
[0099]
And the process part 110 performs the game process according to an event until a game is complete | finished (step S10) (step S12).
[0100]
For example, when a game start event occurs, as illustrated in FIG. 10, the image generation unit 113 displays an image 410 for determining the seating order in the joint party and an image 412 indicating the state in which the seating order is determined on the screen of the mobile phone 200. Image information is generated so as to be displayed in order.
[0101]
Then, as the game progresses, the determination unit 115 evaluates the player's operation based on the evaluation data 123 and updates the favorability of the game situation data 122.
[0102]
When the game ends, the determination unit 115 performs a predetermined process based on the favorableness of the game situation data 122 that is a kind of evaluation.
[0103]
For example, when the preference of the copy character is high, the determination unit 115 controls the mail generation unit 117 and the image generation unit 113 so that the male player can send an email to the female player of the copy character.
[0104]
For example, based on the control information and user data 121 from the determination unit 115, the mail generation unit 117 displays a captured image showing a face photo of a female player and an image 414 showing a self-introduction character string shown in FIG. The e-mail is generated so as to be displayed on the screen, and the transmission / reception unit 190 transmits the e-mail to the male player who played the game.
[0105]
Further, after the image 414 is displayed, the male player inputs a self-introduction character string and turns on the mail transmission button, whereby the mail generation unit 117 generates an email for introducing the male player, and the transmission / reception unit 190 sends the e-mail to the mobile phone 200 of the female player.
[0106]
Thereby, for example, the e-mail image 416 shown in FIG. 12 is displayed on the mobile phone 200 of the female player. In the image 416, a captured image showing a male player's face photograph and a self-introduction character string input by the male player are displayed.
[0107]
The captured images illustrated in FIGS. 11 and 12 are acquired by the imaging device 700.
[0108]
Here, the imaging apparatus 700 will be described.
[0109]
The imaging device 700 is arranged in a game facility such as a so-called game center.
[0110]
The imaging apparatus 700 includes an operation unit 730 such as an operation panel operated by the user, and an imaging unit 710 such as a CCD camera that captures an image of the user and generates a captured image based on the operation.
[0111]
In addition, the imaging apparatus 700 includes a display unit 720 that performs display based on a user operation used in a general processing apparatus and data stored in the storage unit. The transfer control of imaging information is performed by the determination unit 115.
[0112]
The user 600 of the mobile phone 200 goes to a game facility where the imaging device 700 is located, operates the operation unit 730, and performs imaging by the imaging unit 710. The captured image data is transferred to a storage unit in the image capturing apparatus 700, displayed on the display unit 720, and the user 600 uses the operation unit 730 to select that the captured image is used as a part of his / her user data 121. . Note that the user 600 also inputs personal information such as an e-mail address using the operation unit 730 as necessary. The selection input information including the input imaging information is transmitted from the transmission / reception unit of the imaging device 700 to the game information distribution device 100.
[0113]
The game information distribution apparatus 100 receives the imaging information by the transmission / reception unit 190. The game information distribution apparatus 100 stores the received imaging information as a part of the user data 121 in association with the user.
[0114]
Further, by storing the imaging information of each user in the user data 121, it is possible to make a character that reflects each user's face photo and the like appear in the game.
[0115]
As described above, according to the present embodiment, when a romance simulation game such as a joint simulation game is performed, a copy character of a player with an insufficient gender can appear in the game.
[0116]
Therefore, for example, the male player can play the same game as when the female player is participating in the network even when the female player is not participating in the network.
[0117]
Further, according to the present embodiment, a game that is closer to reality can be provided by causing a copy character that reflects a hobby of a real player to appear in the game instead of a virtual character. In particular, in the love simulation game, the player can be more enthusiastic and enjoy the game by making human characters appear in the game that reflect the hobbies of real players.
[0118]
In this embodiment, an e-mail as shown in FIG. 11 is generated based on the game results of the players participating in the game, and the e-mail is transmitted to the player with the copy character generated.
[0119]
According to this, for example, a male player can send an e-mail to a female player in which a copy character has been generated when his game result is good (for example, a high score is obtained). Thereby, in fact, a female player who has not participated in the game can be encouraged to participate in the game, or the love on the game can be developed into an actual love.
[0120]
Furthermore, in this embodiment, as described with reference to FIG. 9, not only “name” and “gender”, but also “favorite sports” that is a kind of preference and “tone” that is a type of feature. Let the player select and input.
[0121]
In this way, by selecting and inputting items that are interesting to other players, such as the player's hobbies, preferences, and characteristics, and making the copy character appear in the game based on the selection input information, the other player can make the duplicate character more human. It can be seen as a character with. Thereby, the game itself can be made closer to reality.
[0122]
For example, in the example shown in FIG. 9, when the player selects “brighter” for “tone”, the game information is generated so that the copy character also becomes a brighter character.
[0123]
Therefore, the copy character that appears in the game more accurately reflects the actual player. As a result, for example, even when an actual romance is developed, the gap between the copy character and the actual player is reduced, and the romance tends to last for a long time.
[0124]
(Modification)
The application of the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications can be made.
[0125]
For example, in the above-described example, there is only one copy character of one player, but game information may be generated so that a plurality of copy characters of one player appear in different game scenes simultaneously. .
[0126]
According to this, even if the popularity of a player's character is concentrated, duplicate characters reflecting the player's hobbies and the like can be made to appear in a multi-player game. A character can appear in the game at any time.
[0127]
Specifically, for example, when there are a plurality of joint party groups, popular female characters can appear in the plurality of joint party groups.
[0128]
Of course, it is also possible to make a plurality of copy characters appear in different games (for example, a simulation game and a role playing game).
[0129]
The present invention can also be applied to games other than the above-described love simulation game. For example, the present invention can be applied to various multiplayer games such as a battle game, a role playing game, and a simulation game, but it is particularly preferable to apply to a game in which characters communicate with each other. This is because each character reflects each player's hobbies and preferences, and a more realistic game that is different from a mechanically generated virtual character can be provided.
[0130]
Further, by applying the appearance, height, weight, physical ability value, etc. of the player as “features” to be input by the player, a copy character reflecting the appearance and physical ability of the player can be generated.
[0131]
Specifically, for example, it is possible to produce an effect such as speeding up the running speed of a copy character of a fast running player. As a result, a copy character that more accurately reflects the player's characteristics can appear in the game, and a more realistic game can be provided.
[0132]
Furthermore, in the above-described embodiment, it has been explained that the present invention is effective when the gender ratio is appropriate. However, when the number of players participating in the game is insufficient depending on the time of day, the balance of the age of the players is adjusted. The present invention is also effective when collecting a certain number of players having the same hobbies.
[0133]
When acquiring a user's captured image, in addition to the captured image obtained by the imaging apparatus 700 illustrated in FIG. 1, for example, a captured image acquired by reading a photograph with a scanner, and a camera film read with a film scanner are acquired. An image captured by a digital camera, an image captured by a digital camera, an image captured by a CCD camera incorporated in a commercial image display terminal, or the like may be used.
[0134]
Further, as a means for providing game information, a means for sending information to the transmission / reception unit 190 may be used, and as an acquisition means for distribution request information, an agent is distributed to the mobile phone 200 and stored in the mobile phone 200 as the agent. Means for acquiring the distribution request information that is present may be used.
[0135]
Furthermore, as a technique for providing game information, as described above, game information may be indirectly provided to the mobile phone 200 via a transmission line, and the mobile phone 200 is connected to a game information providing apparatus. You may provide game information directly.
[0136]
It is also possible to perform processing by distributing the functions of the game information distribution device 100 to a plurality of devices, and the imaging device 700 and the game information distribution device 100 shown in FIG. Is possible.
[0137]
Further, for example, in the above-described embodiment, the example in which the mobile phone 200 is applied as the mobile terminal device has been described. It is possible to apply. In addition to a portable phone, for example, a portable terminal device such as a portable PC, a portable information terminal, or a portable game device having a communication function can be applied.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a game system according to an example of the present embodiment.
FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating image transition at the time of sport selection according to an example of the present embodiment.
FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating image transition when an age guessing quiz is executed according to an example of the present embodiment;
FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram of a game system according to an example of the present embodiment.
FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram showing a data structure of user data according to an example of the present embodiment.
FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram showing a data structure of game situation data according to an example of the present embodiment.
FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram showing a data structure of evaluation data according to an example of the present embodiment.
FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing a flow from user registration to game processing according to an example of the present embodiment;
FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating an image for selection input according to an example of the present embodiment.
FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating image transition at the start of a game according to an example of the present embodiment.
FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an e-mail image according to an example of the present embodiment.
FIG. 12 is a diagram showing another e-mail image according to an example of the present embodiment;
[Explanation of symbols]
100 Game information distribution device
110 processor
111 Game information generator
113 Image generator
114 Speech generator
115 judgment part
117 Mail generator
120 storage unit
121 User data
122 Game situation data
123 Evaluation data
180 Information storage medium
200 Mobile phone
700 Imaging device

Claims (12)

And information generating means for generating game information for causing multi-player game in the terminal device,
Providing means for transmitting the generated game information to the terminal device;
Receiving means for receiving selection input information of a player from the terminal device and participation request information indicating a request to participate in the multiplayer game ;
User data including data indicating the gender of each player and data indicating the character name of each player, data indicating the character name participating in the multiplayer game, data indicating the character name of the duplicate character, and gender of the duplicate character Storage means for storing game situation data including data indicating
The user data is updated based on the selection input information, the game situation data is updated based on the participation request information, and the male and female players participating in the multiplayer game are based on the user data and the game situation data. Determining means for determining whether the ratio is a predetermined ratio;
Including
The selection input information includes information indicating the player's gender and information indicating at least one of the player's name, constellation, blood type, age, occupation, hobby, preference, feature, and captured image,
When the male / female ratio is not a predetermined ratio,
The determination means generates data relating to the duplicate character reflecting the data as a part of the game situation data based on the data of the gender player that is lacking in the user data,
The information generating means generates game information based on the user data and the game situation data so that the character participating in the multiplayer game and the duplicate character appear in the multiplayer game,
The information providing system for a multiplayer game, wherein the providing means transmits the game information to a terminal device operated by a player participating in the multiplayer game. Oite to claim 1,
It said information generation means generates a selection input information for prompting the selection択入force to the player as part of the game information,
The providing means transmits the selection input information to the terminal device,
The information providing system, wherein the acquisition means receives the selection input information from a terminal device to which the selection input information is provided. Oite to claim 2,
The information providing system, wherein the selection input information is information for selectively inputting at least one of a hobby, a preference, and a feature of a player. In any one of Claims 1-3,
The information generation system generates the game information so that a plurality of duplicate characters of one player are simultaneously present in a plurality of game scenes. In any one of Claims 1-4,
The information generating means includes means for generating an e-mail as a part of the game information based on game results of players participating in the multiplayer game,
The information providing system, wherein the providing means transmits the e-mail to a terminal device of a player in which the duplicate character is generated. In any one of Claims 1-5 ,
The acquisition means receives imaging information indicating a captured image of a player as a part of the selection input information from the terminal device or a predetermined imaging device,
The information providing system, wherein the information generation unit generates game information so that the captured image is reflected on the duplicate character. An information storage medium storing a computer-readable program having a transmission / reception unit and a storage unit ,
The computer,
And information generating means for generating game information for causing multi-player game in the terminal device,
Providing means for causing the transmission / reception unit to transmit the generated game information to the terminal device;
Acquisition means for causing the transmission / reception unit to receive selection input information of a player from the terminal device and participation request information indicating a request to participate in the multiplayer game ;
User data including data indicating the gender of each player and data indicating the character name of each player, data indicating the character name participating in the multiplayer game, data indicating the character name of the duplicate character, and gender of the duplicate character Means for storing game status data including data indicating
The user data is updated based on the selection input information, the game situation data is updated based on the participation request information, and the male and female players participating in the multiplayer game are based on the user data and the game situation data. Stores a program for functioning as a determination means for determining whether the ratio is a predetermined ratio,
The selection input information includes information indicating the player's gender and information indicating at least one of the player's name, constellation, blood type, age, occupation, hobby, preference, feature, and captured image,
When the male / female ratio is not a predetermined ratio,
The determination means generates data relating to the duplicate character reflecting the data as a part of the game situation data based on the data of the gender player that is lacking in the user data,
The information generating means generates game information based on the user data and the game situation data so that the character participating in the multiplayer game and the duplicate character appear in the multiplayer game,
The information providing medium for a multiplayer game, wherein the providing means causes the transmission / reception unit to transmit the game information to a terminal device operated by a player participating in the multiplayer game. In claim 7 ,
It said information generation means generates a selection input information for prompting the selection択入force to the player as part of the game information,
The providing means causes the transmission / reception unit to transmit the selection input information to the terminal device,
The acquisition unit causes the transmission / reception unit to receive the selection input information from a terminal device provided with the selection input information. Oite to claim 8,
The information for selection input is information for selectively inputting at least one of a player's hobbies, preferences, and characteristics. In any one of Claims 7-9 ,
The information generation medium generates the game information so that a plurality of duplicate characters of one player are simultaneously present in a plurality of game scenes. In any one of Claims 7-10 ,
The information generating means includes means for generating an e-mail as a part of the game information based on game results of players participating in the multiplayer game,
The providing unit causes the transmitting / receiving unit to transmit the e-mail to a terminal device of a player in which the duplicate character is generated. In any one of Claims 7-11 ,
The acquisition means causes the transmission / reception unit to receive imaging information indicating a captured image of a player as part of the selection input information from the terminal device or a predetermined imaging device,
The information generation medium generates the game information so that the captured image is reflected on the duplicate character.

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