JP4785163B2 - Image generation system, program, and information storage medium - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to an image generation system, a program, and an information storage medium.
[0002]
[Background Art and Problems to be Solved by the Invention]
Conventionally, an image generation system (game system) that generates an image that can be seen from a virtual camera (a given viewpoint) in an object space that is a virtual three-dimensional space is known. Popular. Taking an image generation system capable of enjoying a fighting game as an example, the player enjoys the game by operating the character and playing against the opponent character operated by the opponent player or the computer.
[0003]
In a role playing game or the like, as disclosed in, for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2000-84247, a conventional technique is known in which an opponent character's ability can be used as its own ability.
[0004]
However, although this conventional technique is effective for learning the enemy's ability in so-called turn-based battles, it is difficult to apply it to a game in which the motion of the character changes in real time, such as a fighting game. There is.
[0005]
In games such as a fighting game in which the motion of the character changes in real time and an attack can be made at an arbitrary timing, it is desired that the amount of motion data can be reduced as much as possible.
[0006]
The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide an image generation system, a program, and an information storage medium capable of realizing an effective game effect with a small amount of data. It is in.
[0007]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
In order to solve the above-described problems, the present invention provides an image generation system for generating an image, comprising: means for performing character motion processing; and means for generating a game image including an image of a character operated by the motion processing. In addition, when a given condition is satisfied, the motion of the second character is captured and assigned as the motion of the first character. The program according to the present invention is a program usable by a computer (a program embodied in an information storage medium or a carrier wave), and causes the computer to realize the above means (makes the computer function as the above means). And An information storage medium according to the present invention is an information storage medium readable (usable) by a computer, and includes a program for causing the computer to realize the above means (functioning the computer as the above means). And
[0008]
According to the present invention, the motions of the first and second characters change in real time by motion processing using motion data or the like. When a given condition is satisfied, the motion of the second character is captured (acquired) and assigned as the motion of the first character. Thus, the first character can move based on the captured motion, and the variety of motion images can be increased.
[0009]
Further, the image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention allow the motion data of the second character to be used as the motion data for the first character by allowing the motion data prepared for the second character to be used. Is assigned as the motion of the first character.
[0010]
In this way, the variety of the motion image of the first character can be increased without increasing the total amount of motion data, and a realistic image can be generated with a small storage capacity.
[0011]
The image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention are characterized in that the motion data prepared for the second character is corrected and used as the motion data for the first character.
[0012]
If it does in this way, it will become possible to change the motion data prepared for the 2nd character into the motion data suitable for the characteristic and shape of the 1st character, and to assign to the 1st character, Realistic and consistent images can be generated.
[0013]
The image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention prepare motion data for causing the first character to perform the motion of the captured second character as motion data for the first character. It is characterized by keeping.
[0014]
In this way, it is possible to cause the first character to perform the captured motion using the motion data for the first character prepared in advance. As a result, it is possible to effectively prevent bugs caused by motion data incompatibility. It is also easy to arrange and reproduce the captured motion for the first character.
[0015]
The image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention can be used when the player who operates the first character inputs a given motion instruction command while the second character is performing a motion. The motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character.
[0016]
In this way, it is possible to capture the motion of the second character that the player wants to learn at the timing when the second character is performing the motion. This makes it possible to provide the player with new enjoyment of learning the motion of the opponent character.
[0017]
The image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention also provide a motion instruction command given by a player operating the first character after the motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character. Is input, the first character performs a captured motion.
[0018]
In this way, it is possible to cause the first character to perform the captured motion by a simple operation of simply inputting a given motion instruction command, and an operation environment (interface environment) that is easy for the player to handle. Can provide.
[0019]
In the image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention, the operation instruction command for causing the first character to perform the captured motion is different from the operation instruction command for causing the second character to perform the motion. A command having a procedure.
[0020]
In this way, it is possible to cause the first character to perform the motion with a simple operation procedure, for example, rather than the operation procedure of the motion instruction command that causes the second character to perform the capture target motion. An easy operating environment can be provided to the player.
[0021]
The image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention include means for notifying the player that the motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character (this means is realized by a computer). And an information storage medium).
[0022]
In this way, it is not possible to know whether or not the motion has been successfully captured, so that the player can be prevented from being confused.
[0023]
In addition, the image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention change the image of a part or all of the first character that the motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character. This is characterized by notifying the player.
[0024]
In this way, it is possible to effectively notify the player that the motion has been successfully captured.
[0025]
In addition, it is preferable that the part which changes an image is a part relevant to the captured motion among each part of a 1st character.
[0026]
The image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention include the M (1) of combo motions in which a player operating the first character is configured by a series of first to Nth motions. ≦ M ≦ N) When the capture of a motion is successful, and then a given motion instruction command is input, the first character performs a series of first to Mth motions.
[0027]
In this way, it becomes possible to cause the first character to perform a combo motion (continuous motion) composed of a plurality of motions, for example, with an operation instruction command of a simple operation procedure, and a smoother operating environment Can be provided to the player.
[0028]
In addition, the image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention have the motion data in common when the first character performs the captured motion and when the second character performs the motion. It is characterized by different values of parameters other than data.
[0029]
In this way, it is possible to increase the variety of motion images without increasing the amount of data used.
[0030]
The image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention are attacked by the motion when the first character performs the captured motion and when the second character performs the motion. It is characterized in that the reaction motion of the other character is different.
[0031]
In this way, the variety of the reaction motion image of the character when an attack is applied can be increased, and a more realistic image can be generated.
[0032]
The reaction motion may be selected and assigned from among a plurality of reaction motions prepared in advance, corresponding to each attack.
[0033]
In addition, the image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention permit a new motion to be captured by the first character on the condition that the first character has performed the captured motion. Features.
[0034]
In this way, it is possible to effectively prevent a situation in which it is not easy for the first character to perform the captured motion or a situation in which the player is confused by the operation.
[0035]
The image generation system, the program, and the information storage medium according to the present invention are characterized in that, among the motions of the second character, motions already assigned to the first character are excluded from capture targets.
[0036]
In this way, since the capture process is not performed for the motion already assigned to the first character, it is possible to prevent the unnecessary capture process from being performed. As a result, waste of processing can be eliminated, and a situation where the player is confused can be prevented.
[0037]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, the present embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings.
[0038]
In addition, this embodiment demonstrated below does not limit the content of this invention described in the claim at all. Further, not all of the configurations described in the present embodiment are essential as a solution means of the present invention.
[0039]
1. Constitution
FIG. 1 shows an example of a functional block diagram of the image generation system (game system) of the present embodiment. In this figure, the present embodiment only needs to include at least the processing unit 100 (or include the processing unit 100 and the storage unit 170), and the other blocks can be optional components.
[0040]
The operation unit 160 is for a player to input operation data, and the function can be realized by hardware such as a lever, a button, a microphone, or a housing.
[0041]
The storage unit 170 serves as a work area such as the processing unit 100 or the communication unit 196, and its function can be realized by hardware such as a RAM.
[0042]
The information storage medium 180 (computer-readable medium) stores programs, data, and the like, and functions as an optical disk (CD, DVD), magneto-optical disk (MO), magnetic disk, hard disk, and magnetic tape. Alternatively, it can be realized by hardware such as a memory (ROM). The processing unit 100 performs various processes of the present invention (this embodiment) based on a program (data) stored in the information storage medium 180. That is, the information storage medium 180 stores a program for causing a computer to implement (execute, function) the means of the present invention (this embodiment) (particularly, the blocks included in the processing unit 100). Or a plurality of modules (including objects in object orientation) are included.
[0043]
Part or all of the information stored in the information storage medium 180 is transferred to the storage unit 170 when the system is powered on. The information storage medium 180 also includes a program for performing the processing of the present invention, image data, sound data, shape data of the display object, information for instructing the processing of the present invention, or processing in accordance with the instructions Information etc. can be included.
[0044]
The display unit 190 outputs an image generated according to the present embodiment, and the function thereof can be realized by hardware such as a CRT, LCD, or HMD (head mounted display).
[0045]
The sound output unit 192 outputs the sound generated by the present embodiment, and its function can be realized by hardware such as a speaker.
[0046]
The portable information storage device 194 stores player personal data, game save data, and the like. As the portable information storage device 194, a memory card, a portable game device, and the like can be considered.
[0047]
The communication unit 196 performs various controls for communicating with the outside (for example, a host device or other image generation system), and functions as hardware such as various processors or a communication ASIC. Or by a program.
[0048]
Note that a program (data) for realizing (executing and functioning) each unit of the present invention (this embodiment) is transmitted from the information storage medium of the host device (server) via the network and the communication unit 196. You may make it deliver to. Use of such an information storage medium of the host device (server) is also included in the scope of the present invention.
[0049]
The processing unit 100 (processor) performs various processes such as a game process, an image generation process, and a sound generation process based on operation data from the operation unit 160, a program, and the like. In this case, the processing unit 100 performs various processes using the main storage unit 172 in the storage unit 170 as a work area.
[0050]
Here, the processing performed by the processing unit 100 includes coin (price) acceptance processing, various mode setting processing, game progress processing, selection screen setting processing, and the position and rotation angle of an object (one or a plurality of primitives). Processing for obtaining (rotation angle around X, Y or Z axis), processing for moving an object (motion processing), processing for obtaining a viewpoint position (virtual camera position) and line of sight angle (virtual camera rotation angle), map object Consider processing such as placing objects in the object space, hit check processing, computing game results (results, results), processing for multiple players to play in a common game space, or game over processing, etc. Can do.
[0051]
The processing unit 100 includes an operation control unit 110, a capture processing unit 116, an image generation unit 120, and a sound generation unit 130. Note that the processing unit 100 need not include all these functional blocks.
[0052]
Here, the motion control unit 110 performs processing for controlling the motion of a character (a moving object appearing in a game such as a person, a robot, a car, or a tank), and includes a movement processing unit 112 and a motion processing unit 114.
[0053]
The movement processing unit 112 performs a process of moving (translating and rotating) the character in the game space (object space). This character movement process is performed based on the operation data from the operation unit 160 (input data from the player), the character position in the previous frame (inter), the rotation angle, and the like. This can be realized by obtaining the position and rotation angle.
[0054]
In addition, the motion processing unit 114 performs processing (motion reproduction, motion generation) for causing the character to perform motion (animation). The motion processing of the character can be realized by reproducing the motion of the character (object) based on the motion data stored in the motion data storage unit 176.
[0055]
More specifically, the motion data storage unit 176 stores motion data including the position or rotation angle of each part object (motion bone constituting the skeleton) constituting the character (skeleton). The motion processing unit 114 reads out the motion data, and reproduces the motion of the character by moving each part object (motion bone) of the character based on the motion data (by deforming the skeleton shape of the character).
[0056]
The motion data stored in the motion data storage unit 176 is preferably created by attaching a sensor to a person in the real world and performing motion capture. However, the motion data is stored in a physical simulation (physical calculation is performed). It may be generated in real time by using a simulation (physical calculation may be pseudo physical calculation).
[0057]
In order to reproduce realistic motion with a small amount of motion data, it is desirable to perform motion reproduction using motion interpolation and inverse kinematics.
[0058]
The capture processing unit 116 performs processing for capturing the motion of the character.
[0059]
More specifically, when a given condition is satisfied (for example, when a player inputs a command for instructing a capture operation during a period in which the second character is performing a motion), the motion of the second character is determined. Capture and assign as first character motion. This motion capture can be realized, for example, by permitting the use of the motion data prepared for the second character as the motion data for the first character.
[0060]
The captured motion is reproduced by the player inputting a capture reproduction command (command for instructing the capture motion operation).
[0061]
Note that the capture command and the capture playback command may be commands having the same operation procedure. In addition, it is desirable to make the operation procedure of the capture reproduction command different from the operation procedure of the command for causing the second character to perform the motion, and to make the operation procedure simpler.
[0062]
In addition, the same motion data is used when the first character performs the captured motion and when the second character performs the motion, while the parameter value ( It is desirable that attack power, hit frame, character voice at the time of attack, etc. be different. Further, when the first character performs the captured motion and when the second character performs the motion, the other character when the attack by the motion hits (the first character attacks) If the second character attacks, the reaction motion of the second character may vary.
[0063]
The image generation unit 120 performs image processing based on the results of various processes performed by the processing unit 100, generates a game image, and outputs the game image to the display unit 190. For example, when generating a so-called three-dimensional game image, first, geometric processing such as coordinate transformation, clipping processing, perspective transformation, or light source calculation is performed, and drawing data (primitive surface Position coordinates, texture coordinates, color (brightness) data, normal vectors, α values, etc.) given to the vertices (composition points) are created. Based on the drawing data (primitive surface data), the image of the object (one or a plurality of primitive surfaces) after the geometry processing is stored in the drawing buffer 174 (frame buffer, work buffer, or other pixel unit image information). ) Is drawn. Thereby, an image that can be seen from the virtual camera (given viewpoint) in the object space is generated.
[0064]
The sound generation unit 130 performs sound processing based on the results of various processes performed by the processing unit 100, generates game sounds such as BGM, sound effects, or sounds, and outputs the game sounds to the sound output unit 192.
[0065]
Note that the image generation system of the present embodiment may be a system dedicated to the single player mode in which only one player can play, or not only the single player mode but also a multiplayer mode in which a plurality of players can play. The system may also be provided.
[0066]
Further, when a plurality of players play, game images and game sounds to be provided to the plurality of players may be generated using one terminal, or connected via a network (transmission line, communication line) or the like. Alternatively, it may be generated using a plurality of terminals (game machine, mobile phone).
[0067]
2. Features of this embodiment
Next, features of the present embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings. In the following, the case where the present embodiment is applied to a fighting game will be mainly described as an example, but the present embodiment can be widely applied to other games other than the fighting game.
[0068]
2.1 Capture motion
Now, in conventional fighting games, the motion of each character's technique is determined for each character. For example, the motion (skill) of the character P is M1P, M2P, M3P,..., The motion of the character Q is M1Q, M2Q, M3Q,..., The motion of the character R is M1R, M2R, M3R,. Thus, a unique motion was prepared for each character.
[0069]
Therefore, if you try to increase the number of motions of a character in order to improve the variety and realism of the generated image, the amount of motion data will increase by that amount, and the used memory capacity of the memory will be compressed. was there.
[0070]
Therefore, in order to solve such a conventional problem, the inventor of the present application generates, for example, a consistent image even if the motion (motion data) prepared for the character P is used as the motion for the character Q. We focused on what we can do. If the motion for the character P is used as the motion for the character Q, the motion of the character's skeleton (skeleton) will be the same, but the motion and the impression of the character P and Q will be different because of different shapes and clothes. I found that I can generate images.
[0071]
Therefore, in the present embodiment, when a given condition is satisfied, a method of assigning the motion of one character as the motion of the other character is adopted.
[0072]
More specifically, as shown in FIG. 2, when a given condition is satisfied, the motion H (motion data H) prepared for the character CH2 can be used as the motion for the character CH1. In the following embodiment, for convenience of explanation, the case where the motion of the character CH2 is assigned to the character CH1 will be described as an example. However, the present invention is naturally applicable to the case where the motion of the CH1 is assigned to CH2. it can.
[0073]
Here, as a given condition, input of a capture command (an operation instruction command in a broad sense) by a player operating the character CH1 (first player) (input using an operation unit) can be considered. Alternatively, the occurrence of a given event and the passage of time (game time, real time) may be used as a given condition, and the motion of CH2 may be used as the motion of CH1.
[0074]
As shown in FIG. 2, if the motion H of the character CH2 is used as the motion of the character CH1, the variety of the motion image of the character can be increased without increasing the total amount of motion data.
[0075]
That is, in FIG. 2, even if the motion H is used for the character CH1, the total data amount of the motion does not change because the motion H is a motion originally used for the character CH2. If the character CH1 is operated based on the motion H, the character CH1 that could not be expressed by the motion processing using the motions A to D can be expressed, and the variety of motion images can be increased.
[0076]
The assignment of the motion of character CH2 to CH1 can be realized by permitting the use of the motion data prepared for character CH2 as the motion data for character CH1.
[0077]
That is, the motion data for the characters CH1 and CH2 are read from the information storage medium or the like into the storage unit (RAM) at the start of the game (when the battle between CH1 and CH2 starts, at the beginning of the game stage). In this case, as shown in FIG. 3A, in the initial state, the motion data AD to DD stored in the storage unit are assigned to the character CH1, and the motion data ED to HD are assigned to the character CH2. .
[0078]
In such a case, when the player operating the character CH1 inputs a capture command and succeeds in capturing the motion H of the character CH2, motion data HD is assigned to the character CH1 as shown in FIG. And use in the motion processing of CH1 is permitted. Thereby, the character CH1 can be operated by the motion data HD. Further, as apparent from a comparison between FIGS. 3A and 3B, since the total amount of motion data in the storage unit does not change, it is possible to prevent the use storage capacity of the storage unit from increasing.
[0079]
FIG. 4A to FIG. 6B show examples of game images generated by this embodiment.
[0080]
4A and 4B are game images of a scene in which the character CH2 performs a chop motion and pays out a chop technique. This chop motion is a motion (technique) that can be used only by the character CH2 and cannot be used by the character CH1 in an initial state (a state in which motion data is read into the storage unit at the start of the game).
[0081]
5A, 5B, and 5C are game images showing how the character CH1 captures (learns, steals, copies) the chop motion of the character CH2. While the character CH2 is performing the chop motion as shown in FIG. 5A, the player operating the character CH1 uses the game controller 10 (operation means) to perform a capture command as shown in FIG. 5B. When (operation instruction command) is input, the chop motion of CH2 is captured as the motion of CH1, and is assigned to CH1.
[0082]
In this case, in FIG. 5B, when the player simultaneously presses the buttons X, Y, and Z of the game controller 10, a capture command is input. Further, the character CH1 performs a parting motion indicating that the motion of the opponent character CH2 is being stolen.
[0083]
When the chop motion of the character CH2 is successfully captured, a part or all of the image of the character CH1 is changed to notify the player that the motion has been captured. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 5C, the image of the sword of the character CH1 blinks to notify the player that the chop motion of the character CH2 has been captured (learned).
[0084]
In this type of fighting game, the player is full of operations of his / her character, and cannot afford to pay attention to display objects other than the character operated by the player. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 5C, if the success of the capture is notified by changing the image of the character CH1, even a player who is enthusiastic about the operation and has no margin can capture that the motion has been captured. You will be able to know it reliably and easily.
[0085]
In FIG. 5C, the image of the sword of the character CH1 is changed, but the image of other parts of CH1 (hands, feet, face, torso, etc.) may be changed. In this case, it is desirable to change the image of the portion of the character that is mainly used by the motion (technique) (the portion most relevant to the motion). For example, when a motion (technique) mainly using the left hand is captured, the image of the left hand (sword held by the left hand) is changed. Similarly, when a motion mainly using the right hand, left foot, and right foot is captured, the images of the character's right hand, left foot, and right foot are changed.
[0086]
In this way, it is possible to effectively inform the player what kind of motion the captured motion is, and it is possible to provide an operation environment (interface environment) that is easier for the player to handle. In addition, since the character CH1 that captured the motion will attack the character CH2 using the portion where the image has changed (the sword in FIG. 5C), the effect of the game can be enhanced. .
[0087]
6A and 6B are game images showing a state in which the character CH1 is performing the captured (copied) motion.
[0088]
When the player operating the character CH1 inputs a capture reproduction command (motion instruction command) after the motion of the character CH2 is captured as the motion of the character CH1, as shown in FIGS. 6A and 6B, the character CH1 Do captured chop motion.
[0089]
In this case, in FIG. 6B, when the player simultaneously presses the buttons X, Y, and Z of the game controller 10, a capture reproduction command is input.
[0090]
As shown in FIGS. 5B and 6A, in this embodiment, the capture command for instructing motion capture and the capture playback command for instructing playback of the captured motion are the same operation procedure ( The buttons X, Y, and Z are simultaneously pressed). In this way, if the capture command and the capture playback command have the same operation procedure, after the motion is captured, the same procedure as that at the time of capture can be performed, and the captured motion can be sent out immediately. Thereby, the operating environment of the player can be improved. However, the operation procedures of these capture commands and capture playback commands may be different.
[0091]
As shown in FIGS. 6A and 6B, according to the present embodiment, the chop motion that can originally be used only by the character CH2 can be used by the character CH1. Therefore, it is possible to increase the variety of character motion without increasing the total amount of motion data.
[0092]
Moreover, as is apparent from FIGS. 4A, 4B, 6A, and 6B, the characters CH1 and CH2 have different shapes and clothes, so that CH1 and CH2 perform the same chop motion. However, the image looks different to the player. Therefore, according to the present embodiment, more various game images can be provided to the player.
[0093]
Further, consider the case where the motion of the character CH2 to be captured is a request for a complicated operation procedure as shown in FIG. That is, in FIG. 7, in order to send out the motion to be captured, the operation procedure of pressing the button X, pressing the buttons X and Y at the same time, and then tilting the lever down, down, and right is necessary.
[0094]
According to the present embodiment, even with a motion that requires such a complicated operation procedure, a capture reproduction command (a simultaneous pressing of buttons X, Y, and Z in FIG. 7) of a predetermined operation procedure is performed. By inputting, the character CH1 can perform the motion. Therefore, the player who operates the character CH1 does not need to learn the operation procedure of the motion to be captured each time. Accordingly, it is possible to steal the enemy motion and apply an attack based on the stolen motion to the enemy without requiring a complicated operation.
[0095]
Note that the determination of whether or not the motion has been captured can be realized by a technique as shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B, for example. In other words, when there is an overlap period between the hit frame period TH of the motion of the character CH2 (capture target motion) and the capture frame period TC of the character CH1, it is determined that the capture of the motion of CH2 has been successful.
[0096]
In this way, not only when the capture command is input after the motion of the character CH2 (capture target motion) starts as shown in FIG. 8A, but also the motion of CH2 as shown in FIG. 8B. Even when a capture command is input before the start of CH2, motion of CH2 can be captured. Therefore, the player can capture the motion of the opponent character without inputting a capture command at such a severe timing, and can realize an easier-to-handle operation environment.
[0097]
Note that the hit frame period TH in FIGS. 8A and 8B is a period in which an attack based on the motion of the character and a hit determination with the opponent character are performed. If it is determined that part of the character (hand, foot, sword, etc.) intersects the opponent character during the hit frame period TH, it is determined that the attack has hit. The capture frame period TC is a period set as a period during which the motion of the opponent character can be captured in the reproduction period of the character parting motion (motion indicating that the motion is captured).
[0098]
2.2 Combo motion capture
In the fighting game, a so-called combo motion (combo attack) composed of a series of a plurality of motions (attack) is known. That is, when the player inputs a specific operation procedure at an appropriate timing, a continuous attack by a series of a plurality of motions hits the opponent character. As a result, the opponent character can be greatly damaged.
[0099]
In the present embodiment, such combo motion capture is realized by a method described below.
[0100]
For example, as indicated by G1 in FIG. 9, it is assumed that the player has successfully captured C1 during the reproduction of the first motion C1 constituting the combo motions C1, C2, and C3 (first to Nth motions). In this case, when the player subsequently inputs a capture reproduction command, the motion C1 is reproduced as a capture motion.
[0101]
Further, as indicated by G2 in FIG. 9, it is assumed that the player has successfully captured C2 during the reproduction of the motion C2 constituting the combo motions C1, C2, and C3. In this case, when the player subsequently inputs a capture reproduction command, the motions C1 and C2 are reproduced as capture motions.
[0102]
Further, as indicated by G3 in FIG. 9, it is assumed that the player has successfully captured C3 during the reproduction of the last motion C3 constituting the combo motions C1, C2, and C3. In this case, when the player subsequently inputs a capture reproduction command, all of the motions C1, C2, and C3 are reproduced as capture motions. That is, all the combo motion can be captured and played back.
[0103]
FIGS. 10A, 10B, 10C, 11A, 11B, and 11C show examples of game images generated by this embodiment.
[0104]
FIGS. 10A and 10B are game images showing a state in which the character CH2 is performing a combo motion (combo attack, continuous technique). The character CH2 performs a chop motion, and immediately thereafter performs a foot removal motion. In order to perform this combo motion, for example, a complicated and complicated operation such as first pressing the button X (chopping) and then pressing the button Y while pushing down the lever (foot removal) is required.
[0105]
FIG. 10C is a game image showing that the character CH1 learns (captures) such a combo motion by a parting motion. In this case, in order to capture all of the combo motion, it is necessary to input a capture command (simultaneously pressing the buttons X, Y, and Z) when the character CH2 is performing the last motion (foot removal) of the combo motion. There is.
[0106]
FIGS. 11A, 11B, and 11C are game images showing the character CH1 performing the opponent's combo motion captured in this manner.
[0107]
When the player inputs a capture playback command (simultaneously pressing the buttons X, Y, and Z) after successful capture, the character CH1 performs the captured combo motion. That is, a chop motion is first performed, and then a foot removal motion is performed. When the attack by the captured motion hits the character CH2, as shown in FIGS. 11A, 11B, and 11C, the character CH2 performs a reaction motion (a beaten motion) corresponding to the attack.
[0108]
If the player inputs a capture command at the timing of FIG. 10A and captures a motion, the character CH1 performs only the chop motion of FIG. 11A.
[0109]
As described above, according to the present embodiment, when the capture of the Mth motion of the combo motion composed of the first to Nth motions is successful and the capture playback command is subsequently input, the first to Mth motions Will be played. For example, if the last motion is captured successfully, all of the combo motion can be sent out. Thereby, the player who stole the combo motion can cause his / her character to perform the combo motion without learning a complicated and complicated operation procedure for sending out the combo motion.
[0110]
In this case, if it is attempted to steal all of the combo motion and capture the last motion of the combo motion, there is a possibility that the attack by the motion of the first half of the combo motion may receive a great deal of damage.
[0111]
On the other hand, if you succeed in attacking the first half of the motion and succeeded in capturing the last motion, you can enter all of the combo motion by entering the capture playback command after that, causing a lot of damage to the opponent character. Can be given. Therefore, the player takes a strategy such as taking all the combo motions of the opponent character at risk or taking a safety measure to steal only the first half of the motion.
[0112]
As described above, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to create a complicated and advanced game for capturing motion between players, and to double the fun of the game.
[0113]
2.3 Change of parameter value and reaction motion
In this embodiment, in order to increase the diversity of the motion image to be reproduced, the parameter value of the captured motion and the reaction (done) motion when an attack by the motion is hit are changed.
[0114]
For example, FIG. 12A shows an example of the original parameter value of the motion to be captured and the reaction motion. As shown in FIG. 12A, the attack power when the motions A, B, C1, and C2 (C1 and C2 are combos) are hit is set to 10, 20, 30, and 10, respectively. The hit frame period (period in which hit determination is performed) is set to 2 to 7, 3 to 8, 5 to 12, and 5 to 12. In addition, the reaction (defeated) motion of the opponent character when the motions A, B, C1, and C2 are hit (see FIGS. 11A, 11B, and 11C) is RA, RB, RC, and RC, respectively. Is set to
[0115]
On the other hand, in the post-capture motion, parameter values such as attack power and hit frame period and the reaction motion of the opponent at the time of hit are changed as shown in FIG. That is, the attack powers of the motions A, B, C1, and C2 are set to 20, 10, 30, and 20, and the hit frame period is set to 3 to 8, 3 to 8, 4 to 9, and 5 to 12. The reaction motion of the opponent character when the motions A, B, C1, and C2 are hit is set to RA, RB, RC, and RB, respectively.
[0116]
In this embodiment, the motion data to be used is common in both the original case of FIG. 12A and the post-capture state of FIG. That is, in the case of FIG. 12A and FIG. 12B, AD, BD, C1D, and C2D are used as motion data for reproducing the motions A, B, C1, and C2.
[0117]
The amount of motion data is generally very large. Therefore, if the amount of motion data is increased in order to increase the variety of motion images, the use storage amount of the storage unit that stores the motion data is compressed.
[0118]
On the other hand, the data amount of parameter values (attack power or hit frame period, etc.) is very small compared to the amount of motion data. Therefore, even if the data amount of the parameter value is increased in order to increase the degree of variety of motion images, the used storage capacity of the storage unit is not so much reduced. Then, when reproducing the captured motion, if the parameter value is changed as shown in FIG. 12B, even if the same motion data is used, the generated image and the effect of the game are made different. be able to.
[0119]
Therefore, as shown in FIGS. 12A and 12B, when reproducing the captured motion, the motion data is made common and the parameters are made different so that the used storage capacity of the storage unit is not so much pressed. Realistic and diverse game images can be generated.
[0120]
Furthermore, as shown in FIGS. 12A and 12B, if the reaction motion of the opponent character at the time of the attack of the captured motion is made different, more realistic and diverse game images can be generated. In this case, various image expressions can be realized without increasing the total amount of data of reaction motion by appropriately selecting from the original reaction motion (reaction motion read in the initial state) and assigning it to each motion.
[0121]
For example, in FIGS. 12A and 12B, the reaction motion for the motion C2 is changed from RC to RB. However, this RB originally existed as a reaction motion to the motion B. Therefore, even if the reaction motion for the motion C2 is changed from RC to RB in this way, the total data amount of the reaction motion does not change after all. Then, by making the reaction motion for the motion C2 different between the original case and the post-capture case, the motion image of the opponent character when the attack is hit (see FIGS. 11A, 11B, and 11C). ) Will also be different, and various image expressions can be realized.
[0122]
2.4 Capturing on condition of motion playback
In the present embodiment, on the condition that the character has performed the captured motion, a new motion capture (learning) by the character is permitted.
[0123]
For example, as shown in FIG. 13A, consider a case where the character CH2 is feeding out motions A, B, and C. These motions A, B, and C are all motions that can be captured.
[0124]
In this case, when the player operating the character CH1 simultaneously presses the buttons X, Y, and Z of the game controller at the timing of H1 in FIG. 13A and inputs a capture command, the motion A of the character CH2 is captured. .
[0125]
Thereafter, it is assumed that the player presses the buttons X, Y, and Z at the same time at the timing H2 in FIG. 13A and inputs a command. Then, since the character CH2 is performing motion B that can be captured at the timing of H2, the command input by simultaneously pressing the buttons X, Y, and Z is interpreted as a capture command, not a capture playback command. Will be. Therefore, even if the player's intention is to reproduce the captured motion A, the motion B is captured against the player's intention.
[0126]
Similarly, when the buttons X, Y, and Z are simultaneously pressed at the timing of H3 in FIG. 13A, the motion C is captured against the player's intention.
[0127]
As described above, in the method of always permitting the capture of motion, there is a possibility that the captured motion cannot be reproduced indefinitely. Alternatively, it is not possible to know whether the input command is interpreted as a capture command or a capture playback command, and the player is confused.
[0128]
Therefore, in the present embodiment, a technique for permitting the capture of the next new motion on condition that the captured motion is reproduced is adopted. More specifically, on the condition that the capture information (captured motion designation information, etc.) is stored in one area, the captured motion is played back, and the capture information in that area is cleared. Allow writing of new capture information to the area.
[0129]
For example, when the player operating the character CH1 simultaneously presses the buttons X, Y, and Z of the game controller at the timing of H4 in FIG. 13B, the motion A of the character CH2 is captured.
[0130]
After that, when the player simultaneously presses the buttons X, Y, and Z at the timing of H5 in FIG. 13B, unlike the case of H2 in FIG. 13A, the motion A captured by H4 is reproduced. . This is because at the timing of H5, the captured motion A has not been reproduced yet, and the capture of a new motion has not been permitted.
[0131]
When the player simultaneously presses the buttons X, Y, and Z at the timing of H6 in FIG. 13B, the motion C of the character CH2 is captured this time. This is because the captured motion A has already been reproduced at the timing of H6, and capture of a new motion is permitted.
[0132]
In this way, if the capture of a new motion is permitted on the condition that the captured motion is reproduced, a situation in which the captured motion cannot be reproduced indefinitely can be prevented. In addition, since the captured motion is surely reproduced, it is possible to prevent the player from being confused.
[0133]
3. Processing of this embodiment
Next, a detailed example of the processing of the present embodiment will be described using the flowcharts of FIGS.
[0134]
When the processing of the frame starts, as shown in FIG. 14, first, a command input by the game controller is analyzed (step S1). Then, it is determined whether or not the input command is a capture command (buttons X, Y, and Z are simultaneously pressed) (step S2). If it is a capture command, the process proceeds to capture processing (step S3). If it is not a capture command, step S3 is skipped and the process proceeds to step S4.
[0135]
When the process proceeds to step S4, the frame is advanced by one (step S4). Then, it is determined whether or not the capture motion has ended (step S5). If it has not ended, the process returns to step S3, and if it has ended, the process returns to step S1.
[0136]
FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the capture process in step S3 of FIG.
[0137]
First, it is determined whether or not capture information is set (step S11). If it is set, the process proceeds to capture motion reproduction processing (step S12).
[0138]
FIG. 17 shows an example of the capture information. As shown in FIG. 17, when the capture information is cleared to (000), it is indicated by the capture information that there is no captured motion. When any of (001) to (111) is set in the capture information, it is indicated by the capture information that any of the motions A to G is captured.
[0139]
When it is determined in step S11 in FIG. 15 that the capture information is not set (when the capture information is (000)), it is determined whether or not the opponent character's motion can be captured (step S13). If not possible, the process returns to the process of FIG.
[0140]
That is, if all motions can be captured, motions that the player does not want to learn are also captured, which complicates the game play. Therefore, it is desirable to provide motion that cannot be captured.
[0141]
If it is possible to capture the motion of the opponent character, it is determined whether or not the current frame is within the hit frame period of the opponent character (step S14). Return. On the other hand, if it is within the hit frame period, it is determined whether or not the frame is within the capture frame period of the player character (step S15). If not within the capture frame period, the process returns to the process of FIG. With the processing of these steps S14 and S15, it is possible to determine whether or not there is an overlap between the hit frame period and the capture frame period, as described in FIGS. 8A and 8B.
[0142]
If it is determined that the current frame is within the capture frame period, the capture information described with reference to FIG. 17 is set (step S16). In this case, the designation information of the motion performed by the opponent character is set as capture information.
[0143]
Next, a capture effect is set (step S17). More specifically, as shown in FIG. 5C, the player's sword or the like is blinked to notify the player that the motion has been successfully captured. Then, the process returns to the process of FIG.
[0144]
FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the capture motion reproduction process in step S12 of FIG.
[0145]
First, it is determined whether or not the captured motion is a combo motion (step S21). If it is not a combo motion, the captured motion is reproduced (step S22). On the other hand, in the case of a combo motion, it is determined whether or not the first motion C1 of the combo motion has been captured (step S23). When the motion C1 is captured, the reproduction process of the motion C1 is performed (step S24), and when C2 is captured instead of C1, the reproduction process of the motions C1 and C2 is performed (step S25).
[0146]
Next, the parameters (status parameters) described with reference to FIGS. 12A and 12B are set (step S26). Then, the capture information and the capture effect are cleared (steps S27 and S28).
[0147]
Next, it is determined whether or not an attack due to the motion of the player character has been hit (step S29). If there is a hit, the motion of the opponent character is changed to a reaction motion corresponding to the attack (FIGS. 12A and 12B). ))) (Step S30).
[0148]
As shown in FIG. 16, in the present embodiment, the capture information is cleared (step S27) on the condition that the captured motion has been reproduced (steps S21 to S25). Then, as shown in FIG. 15, on the condition that the capture information is cleared (step S11), the setting of the capture information is permitted (step S16). In this way, it is possible to realize a technique (see FIG. 13B) that permits capture of a new motion on condition that the captured motion has been reproduced.
[0149]
4). Hardware configuration
Next, an example of a hardware configuration capable of realizing the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.
[0150]
The main processor 900 operates based on a program stored in the CD 982 (information storage medium), a program transferred via the communication interface 990, or a program stored in the ROM 950 (one of information storage media). Various processes such as processing, image processing, and sound processing are executed.
[0151]
The coprocessor 902 assists the processing of the main processor 900, has a product-sum calculator and a divider capable of high-speed parallel calculation, and executes matrix calculation (vector calculation) at high speed. For example, if a physical simulation for moving or moving an object requires processing such as matrix operation, a program operating on the main processor 900 instructs (requests) the processing to the coprocessor 902. )
[0152]
The geometry processor 904 performs geometry processing such as coordinate transformation, perspective transformation, light source calculation, and curved surface generation, has a product-sum calculator and a divider capable of high-speed parallel computation, and performs matrix computation (vector computation). Run fast. For example, when processing such as coordinate transformation, perspective transformation, and light source calculation is performed, a program operating on the main processor 900 instructs the geometry processor 904 to perform the processing.
[0153]
The data decompression processor 906 performs a decoding process for decompressing the compressed image data and sound data, and a process for accelerating the decoding process of the main processor 900. As a result, a moving image compressed by the MPEG method or the like can be displayed on the opening screen, the intermission screen, the ending screen, or the game screen. Note that the image data and sound data to be decoded are stored in the ROM 950 and the CD 982 or transferred from the outside via the communication interface 990.
[0154]
The drawing processor 910 performs drawing (rendering) processing of an object composed of primitives (primitive surfaces) such as polygons and curved surfaces at high speed. When drawing an object, the main processor 900 uses the function of the DMA controller 970 to pass the object data to the drawing processor 910 and transfer the texture to the texture storage unit 924 if necessary. Then, the rendering processor 910 renders the object in the frame buffer 922 at high speed while performing hidden surface removal using a Z buffer or the like based on the object data and texture. The drawing processor 910 can also perform α blending (translucent processing), depth cueing, mip mapping, fog processing, bilinear filtering, trilinear filtering, anti-aliasing, shading processing, and the like. When an image for one frame is written in the frame buffer 922, the image is displayed on the display 912.
[0155]
The sound processor 930 includes a multi-channel ADPCM sound source and the like, and generates high-quality game sounds such as BGM, sound effects, and sounds. The generated game sound is output from the speaker 932.
[0156]
Operation data from the game controller 942 (lever, button, chassis, pad type controller, gun type controller, etc.), save data from the memory card 944, and personal data are transferred via the serial interface 940.
[0157]
The ROM 950 stores system programs and the like. In the case of an arcade game system, the ROM 950 functions as an information storage medium, and various programs are stored in the ROM 950. A hard disk may be used instead of the ROM 950.
[0158]
The RAM 960 is used as a work area for various processors.
[0159]
The DMA controller 970 controls DMA transfer between the processor and memory (RAM, VRAM, ROM, etc.).
[0160]
The CD drive 980 drives a CD 982 (information storage medium) in which programs, image data, sound data, and the like are stored, and enables access to these programs and data.
[0161]
The communication interface 990 is an interface for transferring data to and from the outside via a network. In this case, as a network connected to the communication interface 990, a communication line (analog telephone line, ISDN), a high-speed serial bus, or the like can be considered. By using a communication line, data transfer via the Internet becomes possible. Further, by using the high-speed serial bus, data transfer with other image generation systems becomes possible.
[0162]
All of the means of the present invention may be realized (executed) only by hardware, or only by a program stored in an information storage medium or a program distributed via a communication interface. Also good. Alternatively, it may be realized by both hardware and a program.
[0163]
When each means of the present invention is realized by both hardware and a program, the information storage medium stores a program for realizing each means of the present invention using hardware. Become. More specifically, the program instructs each processor 902, 904, 906, 910, 930, etc., which is hardware, and passes data if necessary. Each of the processors 902, 904, 906, 910, 930 and the like implements each unit of the present invention based on the instruction and the passed data.
[0164]
FIG. 19A shows an example in which the present embodiment is applied to an arcade game system (image generation system). The player enjoys the game by operating the gun-type controllers 1102 and 1103 and the like while viewing the game images displayed on the displays 1100 and 1101. Various processors and various memories are mounted on the built-in system board (circuit board) 1106. A program (data) for realizing each means of the present invention is stored in a memory 1108 which is an information storage medium on the system board 1106. Hereinafter, this program is referred to as a storage program (storage information).
[0165]
FIG. 19B shows an example in which this embodiment is applied to a home game system (image generation system). The player enjoys the game by operating the gun-type controllers 1202 and 1204 while watching the game image displayed on the display 1200. In this case, the stored program (stored information) is stored in a CD 1206, which is an information storage medium that is detachable from the main system, or in memory cards 1208, 1209, and the like.
[0166]
FIG. 19C shows a host device 1300 and terminals 1304-1 to 1304-n connected to the host device 1300 via a network 1302 (a small-scale network such as a LAN or a wide area network such as the Internet). An example in which the present embodiment is applied to a system including (game machine, mobile phone) is shown. In this case, the storage program (storage information) is stored in an information storage medium 1306 such as a magnetic disk device, a magnetic tape device, or a memory that can be controlled by the host device 1300, for example. When the terminals 1304-1 to 1304-n can generate game images and game sounds stand-alone, the host device 1300 receives a game program and the like for generating game images and game sounds from the terminal 1304-. 1 to 1304-n. On the other hand, if it cannot be generated stand-alone, the host device 1300 generates game images and game sounds, which are transmitted to the terminals 1304-1 to 1304-n and output at the terminals.
[0167]
In the case of the configuration of FIG. 19C, each unit of the present invention may be realized by being distributed between the host device (server) and the terminal. Further, the above storage program (storage information) for realizing each means of the present invention may be distributed and stored in the information storage medium of the host device (server) and the information storage medium of the terminal.
[0168]
The terminal connected to the network may be a home game system or an arcade game system. When the arcade game system is connected to a network, the save information storage device can exchange information with the arcade game system and exchange information with the home game system. It is desirable to use (memory card, portable game device).
[0169]
The present invention is not limited to that described in the above embodiment, and various modifications can be made.
[0170]
For example, the method for capturing the motion of the second character and the method for causing the first character to perform the captured motion are not limited to the methods described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 17, and various modifications can be made. is there.
[0171]
Further, the operation instruction command for instructing the capture of motion and the operation instruction command for instructing the reproduction of the captured motion may be commands having the same operation procedure or commands having different operation procedures.
[0172]
Further, the operation procedure of the operation instruction command is not limited to the operation procedure described in the present embodiment. Further, various modifications can be made to the input timing of the operation instruction command.
[0173]
In this embodiment, the case where the number of motions that can be captured is one has been described as an example. However, a plurality of motions may be captured. In this case, it is desirable to provide selection means (such as a reproduction capture motion selection screen) for selecting a capture motion to be reproduced.
[0174]
In FIGS. 3A and 3B of the present embodiment, the use of the motion data prepared for the character CH2 (second character) is permitted as the motion data for the character CH1 (first character). Thus, the motion of CH2 is assigned to the motion of CH1.
[0175]
However, motion data for causing the character CH1 to perform the captured motion may be prepared in advance as motion data for CH1. That is, in FIG. 2, motion data for reproducing motions E, F, G, and H are prepared in advance as motion data ED ′, FD ′, GD ′, and HD ′ for CH1 (for example, for a specific character). Only have such dedicated motion data).
[0176]
When such a method is employed, the memory usage capacity increases by the amount of motion data ED ′, FD ′, GD ′, and HD ′. However, since ED ′, FD ′, GD ′, and HD ′ can be prepared as dedicated motion data for the character CH1, it is possible to effectively prevent the occurrence of bugs caused by motion data incompatibility. Further, since the motion data ED ′, FD ′, GD ′, and HD ′ can be arranged for the character CH1, it is possible to generate a motion image having a different impression from the case where the character CH2 performs the motions E, F, G, and H. become.
[0177]
In the method of permitting the use of the motion data for the character CH2 as for CH1 as shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B, in order to prevent the occurrence of bugs due to incompatibility of the motion data, the motion for CH2 is used. The data may be corrected and used for CH1.
[0178]
For example, if the motion data of the thin and fast-moving character CH2 is used as it is as the motion data of the fat and slow-moving character CH1, the movement of the character CH1 becomes unnecessarily quick, resulting in an unnatural image. End up. Therefore, in this case, the motion data is corrected so that the motion playback speed of the character CH1 is moderately slowed. Further, if the motion data of the character CH2 is used as the motion data of the character CH1 as it is, if there is a contradiction in the image of the joint portion or the like, the length of the bone (arc) constituting the character's skeleton and the angle between the bones May be corrected.
[0179]
In FIG. 5C of the present embodiment, the player is informed that the motion has been captured by changing a part or all of the image of the character CH1 (sword image). It is not limited to.
[0180]
For example, when the motion capture is successful, information other than the image of the character CH1 (for example, information related to CH1, such as the voice of the character CH1) may be changed. Alternatively, the fact that the motion is captured may be transmitted by vibration of the game controller (operation means). Specifically, when a captured motion playback command is input, the game controller itself, the buttons of the game controller, and the like are vibrated. Alternatively, an icon or the like indicating that the motion is captured may be displayed on the game screen (for example, near the status gauge).
[0181]
Further, it is not necessary to set all the motions of the character CH2 as capture targets, and the motions already assigned to the character CH1 may be excluded from capture targets. For example, if the character CH2 is performing a motion that the character CH1 already has, the motion of the CH2 is not captured even if the player operating the CH1 inputs a capture command (the capture process is omitted). ). That is, when the technique of the character CH2 to be stolen is the same as the technique already possessed by the character CH1, the technique is prevented from being stolen.
[0182]
In this way, it is possible to prevent unnecessary capture processing from being performed, and it is possible to eliminate processing waste.
[0183]
In the invention according to the dependent claims of the present invention, a part of the constituent features of the dependent claims can be omitted. Moreover, the principal part of the invention according to one independent claim of the present invention can be made dependent on another independent claim.
[0184]
The present invention can also be applied to various games (such as fighting games, shooting games, robot battle games, sports games, competitive games, role playing games, music playing games, dance games, etc.).
[0185]
The present invention is also applicable to various image generation systems (game systems) such as a business game system, a home game system, a large attraction system in which a large number of players participate, a simulator, a multimedia terminal, and a system board for generating game images. Applicable.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is an example of a functional block diagram of an image generation system according to an embodiment.
FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a method of capturing a motion of an opponent character and assigning it as a motion of the own character.
FIGS. 3A and 3B are diagrams for explaining a technique for assigning motions with permission / non-permission of use of motion data. FIGS.
FIGS. 4A and 4B are examples of game images generated according to the present embodiment.
FIGS. 5A, 5B, and 5C are examples of game images generated according to the present embodiment.
6A and 6B are examples of game images generated according to the present embodiment.
FIG. 7 is a diagram for explaining a technique for reproducing a motion that requires a complicated operation procedure with a command of a simple operation procedure.
FIGS. 8A and 8B are diagrams for explaining a method for determining whether or not a motion has been captured.
FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining a combo motion capture method;
FIGS. 10A, 10B, and 10C are examples of game images generated according to the present embodiment.
11A, 11B, and 11C are examples of game images generated according to the present embodiment.
FIGS. 12A and 12B are diagrams for explaining a parameter setting method for motion processing.
FIGS. 13A and 13B are diagrams for explaining a technique for permitting the capture of a new motion on condition that the captured motion is reproduced.
FIG. 14 is a flowchart illustrating a detailed example of processing according to the embodiment.
FIG. 15 is a flowchart illustrating a detailed example of processing according to the embodiment.
FIG. 16 is a flowchart illustrating a detailed example of processing according to the embodiment.
FIG. 17 is a diagram for describing capture information;
FIG. 18 is a diagram illustrating an example of a hardware configuration capable of realizing the present embodiment.
FIGS. 19A, 19B, and 19C are diagrams illustrating examples of various types of systems to which this embodiment is applied.
[Explanation of symbols]
100 processor
110 Operation control unit
112 Movement processing unit
114 Motion processor
116 Capture processing unit
120 Image generator
130 Sound generator
160 Operation unit
170 Storage unit
172 Main memory
174 Drawing buffer
176 Motion data storage
180 Information storage medium
190 Display
192 sound output section
194 Portable information storage device
196 Communication Department

Claims (17)

A program for performing image generation processing,
A motion processing unit that performs character motion processing;
An image generation unit that generates a game image including an image of a character that operates by motion processing;
When a given condition is satisfied, the computer functions as a capture processing unit that captures the motion of the second character and assigns it as the motion of the first character,
The motion processing unit
Successful capture of the Mth (1 ≦ M ≦ N) motion of the combo motion composed of a series of the first to Nth motions, and then the operation unit gives a given to the first character operation when the instruction command is input, the program and executes the processing for causing the motion of the first series the character first to M. A program for performing image generation processing,
A motion processing unit that performs character motion processing;
An image generation unit that generates a game image including an image of a character that operates by motion processing;
When a given condition is satisfied, the computer functions as a capture processing unit that captures the motion of the second character and assigns it as the motion of the first character,
The capture processing unit
On condition that execution of the processing to perform the captured motion to the first character, the program and executes the process to allow capture of a new motion of the first character. In claim 1 or 2 ,
The capture processing unit
The processing for assigning the motion of the second character as the motion of the first character is executed by permitting the use of the motion data prepared for the second character as motion data for the first character. Program to do. In claim 1 or 2 ,
The motion processing unit
A program for executing a process for causing a first character to perform a motion based on motion data for the first character for causing the first character to perform a motion of the captured second character. . In any one of Claims 1-4 ,
The capture processing unit
If the given operation instruction command for the first character from the operation unit motion to the second character in a period are line Align is input, the motion of the second character, captured as a motion of the first character A program characterized by executing processing to be performed . In any one of Claims 1-5 ,
A program that further causes a computer to function as a processing unit that performs processing for notifying a player that a motion of a second character has been captured as a motion of a first character. In any one of Claims 1-6 ,
And if so I line the captured motion to the first character, in the case of the motion to I line in the second character, the parameter processing unit for performing processing to vary the values of the parameters other than motion data, computer A program characterized by further functioning. In any of the claims 1-7,
The motion processing unit
And if so I line the captured motion to the first character, in the case of the motion to I line in the second character, varying the reaction motion of the other character when the attack by said motion is applied A program characterized by executing processing . In any one of Claims 1-8 ,
The capture processing unit
Of Motion of the second character, the motion already assigned to the first character, the program and executes a process of excluding from the captured object. A program for performing image generation processing,
A motion processing unit that performs character motion processing;
An image generation unit that generates a game image including an image of a character that operates by motion processing;
When a given condition is satisfied, the computer functions as a capture processing unit that captures the motion of the second character and assigns it as the motion of the first character,
The capture processing unit
  Executing the process of assigning the motion of the second character as the motion of the first character by permitting the use of the motion data prepared for the second character as the motion data of the first character;
The motion processing unit
After the motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character within the period in which the first character and the second character exist in the same game space, the first character is moved from the operation unit within the period. A program that, when a given motion instruction command for a character is input, executes a process for causing the first character to perform a captured motion within the period. A program for performing image generation processing,
A motion processing unit that performs character motion processing;
An image generation unit that generates a game image including an image of a character that operates by motion processing;
When a given condition is satisfied, the computer functions as a capture processing unit that captures the motion of the second character and assigns it as the motion of the first character,
The motion processing unit
After the motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character within the period in which the first character and the second character exist in the same game space, the first character is moved from the operation unit within the period. Based on the motion data for the first character for causing the first character to perform the motion of the second character captured within the period when a given motion instruction command for the character is input. A program for executing a process for causing the first character to perform a motion. A program for performing image generation processing,
A motion processing unit that performs character motion processing;
An image generation unit that generates a game image including an image of a character that operates by motion processing;
When a given condition is satisfied, the computer functions as a capture processing unit that captures the motion of the second character and assigns it as the motion of the first character,
The capture processing unit
When a given motion instruction command for the first character is input from the operation unit during a period in which the second character is performing a motion, the second character's motion is captured as the first character's motion. Execute the process to
The motion processing unit
After the motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character within the period in which the first character and the second character exist in the same game space, the first character is moved from the operation unit within the period. A program that, when a given motion instruction command for a character is input, executes a process for causing the first character to perform a captured motion within the period. A program for performing image generation processing,
A motion processing unit that performs character motion processing;
An image generation unit that generates a game image including an image of a character that operates by motion processing;
A capture processing unit that captures the motion of the second character and assigns it as the motion of the first character when a given condition is satisfied;
Causing the computer to function as a processing unit that performs processing for notifying the player that the motion of the second character has been captured as the motion of the first character;
The motion processing unit
After the motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character within the period in which the first character and the second character exist in the same game space, the first character is moved from the operation unit within the period. A program that, when a given motion instruction command for a character is input, executes a process for causing the first character to perform a captured motion within the period. A program for performing image generation processing,
A motion processing unit that performs character motion processing;
An image generation unit that generates a game image including an image of a character that operates by motion processing;
A capture processing unit that captures the motion of the second character and assigns it as the motion of the first character when a given condition is satisfied;
The computer functions as a parameter processing unit that performs processing for different values of parameters other than motion data when the first character performs captured motion and when the second character performs the motion. Let
The motion processing unit
After the motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character within the period in which the first character and the second character exist in the same game space, the first character is moved from the operation unit within the period. A program that, when a given motion instruction command for a character is input, executes a process for causing the first character to perform a captured motion within the period. A program for performing image generation processing,
A motion processing unit that performs character motion processing;
An image generation unit that generates a game image including an image of a character that operates by motion processing;
When a given condition is satisfied, the computer functions as a capture processing unit that captures the motion of the second character and assigns it as the motion of the first character,
The motion processing unit
After the motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character within the period in which the first character and the second character exist in the same game space, the first character is moved from the operation unit within the period. When a given motion instruction command for a character is input, a process for causing the first character to perform a captured motion within the period is executed.
A process of making the reaction motion of the other character different when the attack by the motion is applied, when the first character performs the captured motion and when the second character performs the motion A program characterized by being executed. A program for performing image generation processing,
A motion processing unit that performs character motion processing;
An image generation unit that generates a game image including an image of a character that operates by motion processing;
When a given condition is satisfied, the computer functions as a capture processing unit that captures the motion of the second character and assigns it as the motion of the first character,
The motion processing unit
After the motion of the second character is captured as the motion of the first character within the period in which the first character and the second character exist in the same game space, the first character is moved from the operation unit within the period. When a given motion instruction command for a character is input, a process for causing the first character to perform a captured motion within the period is executed.
The capture processing unit
A program for executing a process of excluding a motion already assigned to the first character from the capture targets among the motions of the second character. An information storage medium readable by a computer, the information storage medium characterized by comprising any of the programs of claims 1-16.

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