JP2002244784A - Computer control program, recording medium recording computer control program, computer control method, control device, and game device - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To diversify processing without following operation load of a user. SOLUTION: When a player selects either one of choices, it is determined whether the selected choice is 'yes' or 'no' (step S6). When it is 'yes', whether or not a value of a timer T is less than a prescribed value A is determined (step S7), and if it is less than A, a processing 1 is executed (step S10). If the value of the timer T is not less than A and less than B (step S9; YES), a processing 2 is executed (step S11), if it is not less than B and less than C (step S11; YES), a processing 3 is executed (step S12), if it is not less than C and less than D (step S13; YES), a processing 4 is executed (step S14), and if it is D or more (step S13; NO), a processing 5 is executed (step S15).

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

The present invention relates to a computer control program, a recording medium storing the computer control program, a computer control method, a control device, and a game device.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art There is a role playing game (hereinafter referred to as RPG) as one of video games executed by a game device having a built-in computer. RPG
Is a game in which a story is advanced while operating a player character on a screen to cause a conversation between the player character and another character or to cause a battle between the player character and an enemy character. . Also, while the game is in progress, an item may fall in the town where the player character has moved. At this time, along with the character display of "Will you pick up?"
"Yes" and "No" options are displayed. Then, when one of the options is selected by the input operation of the player, a different process is executed according to the option, and the story development also changes.

[0003]

As described above, in a conventional game apparatus, a story is developed by simply executing different processing in accordance with an option selected by a player's input operation. Therefore, the story is developed depending only on the options, and the story cannot be developed in various ways.

[0004] In addition, not only in the case of the game apparatus, but also in a case where an option is displayed on a screen of a computer and selected by an input operation with a mouse or the like and a process corresponding to the option is executed, similarly, Only depending on the processing, the processing corresponding to the selection cannot be diversified.

Of course, if the options are formed in a tree shape, a plurality of options are sequentially selected, and the processing is executed according to a combination of the plurality of options, the processing can be diversified. However, if processing is performed in accordance with a combination of a plurality of options in this way, the user must perform input operations a plurality of times, which increases the operation burden on the user.

The present invention has been made in view of such a conventional problem, and has a computer control program capable of diversifying a process corresponding to a user's selection without involving a user's operation burden. Recording medium recording computer control program, computer control method,
It is an object to provide a control device and a game device.

[0007]

According to the first aspect of the present invention, there is provided a display procedure for displaying an option on a display screen, and selecting the option in response to an operation input. A selection procedure, a timing procedure for timing the time until the option displayed in the display procedure is selected in the selection procedure, and an option selected in the selection procedure and until the option timed in the timing procedure is selected. And causing the computer to execute a processing procedure for executing different processing according to the time.

Therefore, when the computer executes the processing according to the processing program, the options are displayed on the display screen, and one of the options is selected in response to the input operation. Further, the time until the displayed option is selected is counted, and different processing is executed depending on the selected option and the counted time until the selection. Therefore, the processing to be executed depends on the option and the time until the option is selected without depending only on the option, and thus the processing can be diversified. Moreover, since the processing is diversified by one input operation performed by the user, there is no accompanying operation burden on the user.

In the invention according to claim 2, the option is a matter to be selected by a player in a video game, and in the processing procedure, a process related to the video game is executed. Therefore, it is possible to diversify the story development of the game by different processing depending on the option and the time until the option is selected.

According to the third and fourth aspects of the invention, the same effects as those of the first and second aspects of the invention can be obtained by causing a computer to read a program recorded on a recording medium. It becomes possible. According to the fifth aspect of the present invention, the same effects as those of the first aspect can be obtained by causing a computer to execute a process in the steps described. Therefore, by executing the described processing steps using hardware such as a general-purpose computer and a general-purpose game device, the game technology of the present invention can be easily implemented with these hardware.

Further, according to the inventions set forth in claims 6 and 7, it is possible to obtain the same effect as the invention described in claim 1 as a control device game device.

[0012]

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. In the following description, a case where the present invention is applied to a consumer game machine will be described as an example.
FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a configuration of the game device according to the present embodiment. As shown, the game device 1
Includes, for example, a game machine main body 2, a keypad 3, a memory card 4, a TV set 5, and a CD-ROM 6.

The game machine main unit 2 includes, for example, a CPU 8 (Central Processing Uniform) connected to each other via a bus 7.
t), ROM (Read Only Memory) 18, RAM (Rando
m Access Memory) 9, HDD (Hard Disk) 10, interface unit 11, sound processing unit 12, graphic processing unit 13, CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read Only)
Memory) drive 14, detachable CD-ROM 6, and communication interface 15.

The CPU 8 sequentially executes the programs stored in the RAM 9 based on a basic program such as a boot program and an OS (Operating System) stored in the ROM 18 to perform processing for advancing the game.
The CPU 8 also controls the operation of each unit 9 to 15 in the game machine main body 2.

The RAM 9 is used as a main memory of the game machine body 2 and stores programs and data transferred from the CD-ROM 6 and necessary for the progress of the game. The RAM 9 is also used as a work area when executing a program. That is, R
A program storage area 91, a data storage area 92, a work area 93 and the like are allocated to the AM 9. Programs and data stored in the program storage area 91 and the data storage area 92 are stored in a CD-R under the control of the CPU 8.
The OM drive 14 reads from the CD-ROM 6 and
M9. The work area 93 temporarily stores various data required in the course of the game.

The HDD 10 has a communication interface 15
In addition, the game program and data captured from the external network 17 via the communication line 16 are stored.
The interface unit 11 includes a detachable keypad 3.
And the memory card 4 are connected. In the interface unit 11, the keypad 3, the memory card 4, and the CP
The transfer of data between the U8 and the RAM 9 is controlled. Note that the keypad 3 includes direction keys and various buttons. When the player operates these keys and buttons, inputs necessary for the progress of the game, such as an instruction to move to the own character and an instruction to perform an operation, are performed. Also,
The memory card 4 saves data indicating the progress of the game.

The sound processing unit 12 responds to an instruction from the CPU 8 to execute a BGM (Back G
Processing for reproducing sound data such as round music) and sound effects is performed, and output to the TV set 5 as an audio signal.

The graphic processing unit 13 performs three-dimensional graphic processing according to an instruction from the CPU 8 and generates image data according to the progress of the game. The graphic processing unit 13 adds a predetermined synchronization signal to the generated image data and outputs the image data to the TV set 5 as a video signal.

The CD-ROM drive 14 stores a CD set in the game machine body 2 in accordance with an instruction from the CPU 8.
Drive the ROM 6 and transfer programs and data stored in the CD-ROM 6 to the RAM 9 via the bus 7;

The communication interface 15 is a communication line 1
6 is connected to an external network 17 via
An external network 17 according to an instruction from the CPU 8
A process for exchanging programs and data with the server is performed.

The CD-ROM 6 stores programs and data (game program 6a) necessary for the progress of the game. The CD-ROM 6 is driven by a CD-ROM drive 14 to read out stored programs and data. The programs and data read from the CD-ROM 6 are transferred from the CD-ROM drive 14 to the RAM 9 via the bus 7.

The TV set 5 includes a graphic processing unit 13
(CaT) that displays an image corresponding to the video signal from
The display device 51 includes a display device 51 such as a thode ray tube) and a speaker 52 that outputs sound corresponding to the sound signal from the sound processing unit 12. Usually, a television set is used as the TV set 5.

FIG. 2A is a plan view showing the keypad 3, and FIG. 2B is a rear view showing the keypad 3.
The keypad 3 includes a cross key 31 for inputting a direction instruction and operation keys (o button 32, △ button 33, □ button 34, × button 35, start button 36) for inputting various commands to the CPU 8. , Select button 42)
Are provided as operation tools. The keypad 3 is provided with a joystick 37 as an operation tool. A plurality of operation keys (R1
Button 38, R2 button 39, L1 button 40, L2 button 41) are used as operating tools. Further, the keypad 3 has a built-in motor, and the motor operates by receiving a predetermined control signal from the CPU 8, so that the keypad 3 can be vibrated as a whole.

In this embodiment having the above-described configuration, when the CD-ROM 6 is set in the game machine main body 2, the CPU 8 secures an area for storing information in the RAM 9,
Thus, a program storage area 91, a data storage area 92, a work area 93 and the like are secured in the RAM 9. When there is a game start request, information necessary for the game to be started is read from the CD-ROM 6 into the RAM 9, whereby the game program is stored in the program storage area 91 and various data are stored in the data storage area 92. . Based on the game program stored in the program storage area 91, the CPU 8 executes processing according to a series of flowcharts shown in FIGS.

That is, it is determined whether or not a scene in which an option should be displayed has arrived during the progress of the game (step S1). If the scene has arrived, a scene with an option is displayed (step S2). By the processing in step S2, as shown in FIG. 5, for example, in the scene SC in which the player character 511 is in the "village house" where the treasure box item TA exists, as shown in FIG. ????????????????????????????

Subsequently, the timer T is reset and started (step S3), and the timer T is counted up at a constant cycle (step S4). Further, it is determined whether any of the options 513 and 514 is selected (step S5), and the timer T is selected until the option is selected.
Is counted up at a constant cycle (step S
4).

When one of the options 513 and 514 is selected by operating the O button 32 or the X button 35 on the keypad 3, the player stops the operation without counting up the timer T. Then, it is determined whether the selected options 513 and 514 are “Yes” or “No” (step S in FIG. 4).
6). If "yes", it is determined whether the value of the timer T is less than a predetermined value A (step S7), and if it is less than A, the process (1) is executed (step S7).
8). If the value of the timer T is not less than A and less than B (step S9; YES), the process (2) is executed (step S10), and if it is not less than B and less than C (step S11; YES). , The processing (3) is executed (step S12), and if it is not less than C and less than D (step S12).
13; YES), and executes the process (4) (step S1).
4) If it is not less than D (step S13; N)
O), the process (5) is executed (step S15).

Also, when the selected options 513 and 514 are “No”, the value of the timer
It is determined whether it is less than A (step S16), and if it is less than A, the process (6) is executed (step S1).
7). If the value of the timer T is not less than A and less than B (step S18; YES), the process (7) is executed (step S19), and if it is not less than B and less than C (step S20; YES). , The processing (8) is executed (step S12), and if it is not less than C and less than D (step S12).
22; YES), and executes the process (9) (step S2).
3) If it is not less than D (step S22; N)
O), the process (10) is executed (step S14).

Here, the processes (1) to (10) are all different processes, and the predetermined values A to D are, for example, A = 1 second and B =
2 seconds, C = 3 seconds, D = 4 seconds. Therefore, even when the same option is selected, different processing is performed according to the elapsed time until the selection operation is performed on the keypad 3 after the options 513 and 514 are displayed. As a result, diversification of processing, such as a difference in the rate of decrease or increase in the player character 511 after avoiding the danger, depending on whether an option is selected early or late in a danger imminent event or the like. Becomes possible. Moreover,
Since the processing is diversified by one input operation performed by the user on the keypad 3, the operation load of the user is not involved.

In this embodiment, "yes"
Although the case where the option of "No" is displayed is shown, the number and the content of the option are not limited to this. For example, if it is defined that clicking a predetermined place means that the selection is made, the option is displayed. May be one. Further, the number of different processes is not limited to (1) to (10) but may be increased or decreased as appropriate.

Also, in the present embodiment, a case has been described where the present invention is realized using a home game machine as a platform. However, the present invention can be implemented even when a general-purpose computer such as a personal computer or an arcade game machine is realized as a platform. Good.

Further, in the present embodiment, a program and data for realizing the present invention are stored in a CD-ROM, and this CD-ROM is used as a recording medium. However, the recording medium is not limited to a CD-ROM, but may be a DVD (Digital Versatile Disc), another magnetic or optical recording medium readable by a computer, or a semiconductor memory. Further, a program and data for realizing the present invention may be provided in a form preinstalled in a storage device of a game machine or a computer in advance.

A program and data for realizing the present invention are stored in a network 17 connected via a communication line 16 by a communication interface 15 shown in FIG.
It may be a form that is downloaded from another device to the HDD 10 and used. Further, the program and data may be recorded in a memory of another device on the communication line 16 and the programs and data may be sequentially stored in the RAM 9 as needed via the communication line 16 for use. Good.

In addition, the form of providing programs and data for realizing the present invention may be provided as a computer data signal superimposed on a carrier wave from another device on the network 17. In this case, the communication interface 15 requests another device on the network 17 to transmit a computer data signal via the communication line 16, receives the transmitted computer data signal, and stores the received computer data signal in the RAM 9. In this manner, the present invention can be realized by the game device 1 using the programs and data stored in the RAM 9.

[0035]

As described above, the present invention measures the time until the displayed option is selected, and executes different processing according to the selected option and the measured time. As a result, the processing to be executed can be made different depending on the option and the time until the option is selected without depending on the option alone, which makes it possible to diversify the processing. Become. Moreover, since the processing is diversified by one input operation performed by the user, there is no accompanying operation burden on the user. Therefore,
The process corresponding to the user's selection can be diversified without accompanying the user's operation burden.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an overall configuration of a game device to which an embodiment of the present invention is applied.

FIG. 2A is a plan view showing a keypad, and FIG. 2B is a rear view.

FIG. 3 is a flowchart illustrating a processing procedure of a CPU.

FIG. 4 is a flowchart that follows step S5 in FIG. 4;

FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Game device 2 Game machine main body 5 TV set 6 CD-ROM 8 Control part 14 CD-ROM drive 91 Program storage area 92 Data storage area

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Claims (7)

[Claims] A display step of displaying an option on a display screen; a selection step of selecting the option in response to an operation input; and a selection step until the option displayed in the display step is selected in the selection step. A timekeeping procedure for measuring time, and a processing procedure for performing different processing depending on the option selected in the selection procedure and the time until selection selected in the timekeeping procedure, and causing the computer to execute the procedure. Characterized computer control program. 2. The computer display control program according to claim 1, wherein the options are items to be selected by a player in the video game, and the processing procedure executes a process related to the video game. . 3. A display procedure for displaying an option on a display screen, a selection procedure for selecting the option in response to an operation input, and a procedure until the option displayed in the display procedure is selected in the selection procedure. A timing procedure for timing the time, and a processing procedure for executing different processing depending on the option selected in the selection procedure and the time until selection selected in the timing procedure. A recording medium on which a program is recorded. 4. The computer display control program according to claim 1, wherein the options are items to be selected by a player in a video game, and the processing procedure executes a process related to the video game. . 5. A display step of displaying an option on a display screen; a selecting step of selecting the option in response to an operation input; and a step until the option displayed in the display step is selected in the selecting step. A timing step of timing a time; and a processing step of executing different processing in accordance with the option selected in the selection step and the time until selection selected in the timing step. Computer control method. 6. A display unit for displaying an option, a selection unit for selecting the option in response to an operation input, and measuring a time until the option displayed on the display unit is selected by the selection unit. A control device, comprising: a timing unit; and a processing unit that executes different processing in accordance with the option selected by the selection unit and the time until selection selected by the timing unit. 7. A display means for displaying an option to be selected by a player in a video game; a selecting means for selecting the option in response to an operation input; and an option displayed on the display means being selected by the selecting means. Executing a different process related to the video game in accordance with the option selected by the selection unit and the time until the selection is selected by the timer. A game device comprising: processing means.