JP2012081063A - Game system, program, and information storage medium - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game system, which has a pulse wave sensor for measuring a pulse wave of a living body, and which uses the pulse wave information obtained by using the pulse wave sensor as data on a game.SOLUTION: The system includes: a main calculation unit 11 for integrally controlling the operation of the whole game system; an image processing unit 14 for generating image data; and an audio processing unit 15 for generating audio data. The main calculation unit 11 sends instructions to the image processing unit 14 and the audio processing unit 15 so as to generate at least one of the image data and the audio data while reflecting the pulse wave information.

Description

  The present invention relates to a game system, a program, and an information storage medium.

  Conventionally, games using various input interfaces have been developed. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses and proposes a game system that uses a smell and taste detected from the outside as game elements.

Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2003-024622

  However, in the conventional game system, for example, the physical condition and excitement level of the player cannot be reflected in the game.

  In view of the above problems found by the inventors of the present application, the present invention, for example, a game system capable of reflecting the physical condition and excitement level of a player in a game, a program for controlling the game system, and An object of the present invention is to provide an information storage medium for storing this program.

  In order to achieve the above object, a game system according to the present invention has a pulse wave sensor for measuring a pulse wave of a living body, and uses pulse wave information obtained by using the pulse wave sensor as data on a game. It is set as the structure (1st structure) to do.

  The game system having the first configuration includes a main arithmetic unit that controls the overall operation of the game system, a video processing unit that generates video data, an audio processing unit that generates audio data, The main calculation unit sends an instruction to the video processing unit and the audio processing unit so as to generate at least one of the video data and the audio data reflecting the pulse wave information (first 2).

  In the game system having the second configuration, the main calculation unit may generate at least one of the expression and voice of the game character reflecting the pulse wave information. It may be configured to send an instruction to the unit (third configuration).

  In the game system having the second or third configuration, the main calculation unit calculates a blood vessel age of the player based on the output of the pulse wave sensor, and uses the blood vessel age as data on the game. A configuration (fourth configuration) is preferable.

  In the game system having the fourth configuration, the main calculation unit calculates blood vessel ages of a plurality of players based on the output of the pulse wave sensor, and the blood vessel ages and comparison results are calculated as game data. (5th configuration).

  Further, in the game system having any one of the second to fifth configurations, the main calculation unit acquires pulse wave information of a plurality of players simultaneously or substantially simultaneously based on outputs of the plurality of pulse wave sensors, The pulse wave information may be configured to be used as game data (sixth configuration).

  The game system having any one of the second to sixth configurations may have a configuration (seventh configuration) having a communication unit that transmits and receives the pulse wave information to and from other game systems or servers. .

  Further, in the game system having the seventh configuration, the main calculation unit ranks a plurality of players based on a plurality of pulse wave information acquired through the communication unit, and results of the ranking Is preferably configured to send instructions to the video processing unit and the audio processing unit (eighth configuration).

  The game system having any one of the second to eighth configurations may have a configuration (ninth configuration) having an information storage unit that holds the pulse wave information in association with the date and time.

  In the game system having any one of the second to ninth configurations, the main calculation unit performs at least one of generation of a game character, change of attributes, and transformation by reflecting the pulse wave information. As described above, a configuration (tenth configuration) for sending instructions to the video processing unit and the audio processing unit may be used.

  Moreover, in the game system having any one of the second to tenth configurations, the main calculation unit determines whether the player's answer is true based on the pulse wave information obtained when the player answers a certain question. It is preferable to determine whether or not and use the determination result as data on the game (11th configuration).

  In the game system having any one of the second to eleventh configurations, the pulse wave sensor may be configured to be attached to a pet (a twelfth configuration).

  In the game system having any one of the second to eleventh configurations, the pulse wave sensor may be configured to be worn by a sleeping player (a thirteenth configuration).

  The program according to the present invention includes a pulse wave sensor that measures a pulse wave of a living body, a main arithmetic unit that comprehensively controls the operation of the entire game system, an information storage unit that is used as a program development area, and an image A program for controlling a game system having a video processing unit for generating data and an audio processing unit for generating audio data, the program being read and executed by the main arithmetic unit, A configuration in which the main calculation unit functions as means for sending an instruction to the video processing unit and the audio processing unit so as to generate at least one of the video data and the audio data reflecting wave information (first operation) 14 configuration).

  An information storage medium according to the present invention is an information storage medium readable by the game system, and has a configuration (fifteenth configuration) for storing the program having the fourteenth configuration.

  According to the present invention, for example, it is possible to provide a game system capable of reflecting the physical condition and excitement level of a player in a game, a program for controlling the game system, and an information storage medium for storing the program It becomes.

The block diagram which shows one Embodiment of the game system which concerns on this invention Schematic diagram for explaining the principle of pulse wave measurement Waveform diagram showing how the attenuation (absorbance) of light in a living body changes over time Diagram showing the difference between the original waveform (volume pulse wave), velocity pulse wave, and acceleration pulse wave The figure which shows the waveform pattern of the acceleration pulse wave according to the blood vessel age The figure for demonstrating the 1st application example of pulse wave information The figure for demonstrating the 2nd application example of pulse wave information The figure for demonstrating the 3rd application example of pulse wave information The figure for demonstrating the 4th application example of pulse wave information The figure for demonstrating the 5th application example of pulse wave information The figure for demonstrating the 6th application example of pulse wave information The figure for demonstrating the 7th application example of pulse wave information The figure for demonstrating the 8th application example of pulse wave information The figure for demonstrating the 9th application example of pulse wave information The figure for demonstrating the 10th application example of pulse wave information

<Block diagram>
FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an embodiment of a game system according to the present invention. The game system of this embodiment includes a game machine (main body) 10, a controller 20, an information storage medium 30, a game output unit 40, and a pulse wave sensor 50.

  The game machine 10 is an electronic device that forms the core of the game system, and includes a main calculation unit 11, a sub calculation unit 12, an information storage unit 13, a video processing unit 14, and an audio processing unit 15. The “game” executed by the game machine 10 is generally referred to as a computer game, and is action, battle fighting, shooting, sports, racing, role playing, adventure, simulation, puzzle, table, education, music. Any genre of games may be used.

  The main arithmetic unit 11 controls the overall operation of the game system. Note that a CPU [Central Processing Unit] or the like can be suitably used as the main arithmetic unit 11.

  In particular, the main calculation unit 11 is configured to use pulse wave information obtained by using the pulse wave sensor 50 as game data as one of important functions related to the present invention. More specifically, the main calculation unit 11 instructs the video processing unit 14 and the audio processing unit 15 to generate at least one of video data and audio data of the game reflecting the pulse wave information. It has a function to send.

  With such a configuration, for example, it is possible to construct a game system that can reflect the physical condition and excitement level of the player in the game. How the pulse wave information is reflected in the game will be described in detail later with a specific example.

  The above “pulse wave information” does not indicate only the volume pulse wave (raw data) obtained by the pulse wave sensor 50, but the velocity obtained by differentiating the volume pulse wave once or twice. Pulse wave and acceleration pulse wave, and various information obtained by analyzing these waveforms (pulse rate, waveform pattern of acceleration pulse wave, detection state of specific waveform pattern (detection frequency, detection frequency, continuous detection) Time) and blood vessel age determined from the waveform pattern of the acceleration pulse wave. The main calculation unit 11 mainly executes secondary calculation processing (chaos analysis or the like) with a particularly heavy load among such waveform analysis.

  The sub calculation unit 12 performs a primary calculation process (one-time differentiation, two-time differentiation, etc.) with a small load on the volume pulse wave (raw data) input from the pulse wave sensor 50. Note that a small microcomputer or the like can be suitably used as the sub-operation unit 12. With such a configuration having the sub-operation unit 12, it is possible to acquire and analyze pulse wave information without impairing the processing capability (and thus the game execution processing capability) of the main remaining portion 11. However, when the processing capability of the main arithmetic unit 11 is sufficiently high, the sub-operating unit 12 is not necessarily provided.

  The information storage unit 13 is used as a storage area for basic software (OS [Operating System]), a development area for game programs, or a work area for the main calculation unit 11. As the information storage unit 13, a ROM [Read Only Memory], a RAM [Random Access Memory], a flash memory, a hard disk drive, or the like can be suitably used.

  The video processing unit 14 generates video data based on an instruction from the main calculation unit 11 and outputs it to the game output unit 40. As the video processing unit 14, a video processing LSI [Large Scale Integration] or the like can be suitably used.

  The sound processing unit 15 generates sound data based on an instruction from the main calculation unit 11 and outputs the sound data to the game output unit 40. Note that an audio processing LSI or the like can be suitably used as the audio processing unit 15.

  The controller 20 is a user interface that accepts player input operations, and includes a cross key, various buttons, a triaxial acceleration sensor, a touch panel, and the like. The controller 20 may be configured to be externally attached to the game machine 10 by wire or wirelessly, or may be configured to be built in the game machine 10.

  The information storage medium 30 is readable by the game system, and stores a game program 31 for controlling the game system to execute the game. As the information storage medium 30, an optical disc (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, BD-ROM, etc.) or a semiconductor memory (dedicated cartridge, USB memory, etc.) can be suitably used. In the game program 31, as one of important functions related to the present invention, it is read out and executed by the main calculation unit 11, thereby reflecting the pulse wave information and at least video data and audio data. A program for causing the main calculation unit 11 to function as a means for sending instructions to the video processing unit 14 and the audio processing unit 15 so as to generate one is included. However, the game program 31 does not necessarily need to be read and acquired from the information storage medium 30, and may be acquired by downloading from a network, or may be stored in advance in the information storage unit 13 of the game machine 10. It may be stored.

  The game output unit 40 receives video data and audio data from the game machine 10 and outputs video and audio of the game. As the game output unit 40, a television provided with both a display and a speaker can be suitably used.

  The pulse wave sensor 50 measures the pulse wave (volume pulse wave) of the living body by detecting the intensity of the light emitted from the light emitting unit and transmitted through the living body by the light receiving unit. Specifically, it is output to the sub-operation unit 12). As the form of the pulse wave sensor 50, a finger bag type or a ring type attached to the finger of the player's hand, or a clip type attached to the earlobe may be employed. The pulse wave sensor 50 may be configured to be externally attached to the game machine 10 by wire or wirelessly, or may be configured to be built in the game machine 10 or the controller 20. For example, when the pulse wave sensor 50 is built in the controller 20, the pulse wave sensor 50 is provided at a position where the player's finger inevitably comes into contact with or in proximity with the player holding the controller 20. It is desirable. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to measure the pulse wave of the player and reflect the measurement result in the game content without causing the player to be particularly conscious.

  Although the depiction in FIG. 1 is intended for a home-use game machine, the application target of the present invention is not limited to this, and a portable game machine (with a game function) is used. Naturally, the present invention can also be applied to a case-type game machine for business use (including mobile phones). For example, when the present invention is applied to a portable game machine, at least the controller 20 and the game output unit 40 are built in the main body of the game machine 10.

<Principle of pulse wave measurement>
FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram for explaining the principle of pulse wave measurement, and FIG. 3 is a waveform diagram showing how the attenuation (absorbance) of light in the living body changes with time.

In the pulse wave measurement by the volume pulse wave method, for example, as shown in FIG. 2, a light emitting unit (LED or the like) is directed toward a fingertip pressed against the measurement window (if the blood vessel is running, other parts are also possible). ), And the intensity of the light transmitted through the body and coming out of the body is detected by a light receiving unit (a photodiode, a phototransistor, or the like). Here, as shown in FIG. 3, the attenuation (absorbance) of light due to living tissue and venous blood (deoxygenated hemoglobin Hb) is constant, but the attenuation of light due to arterial blood (oxygenated hemoglobin HbO ₂ ). (Absorbance) varies with time due to pulsation. Therefore, the change in absorbance of peripheral arteries is measured using the “biological window” (wavelength range where light easily passes through the living body, for example, the near infrared region (700 to 1200 nm)) from the visible region to the near infrared region. By doing so, the volume pulse wave can be measured.

<What you can understand from the pulse wave>
Note that the pulse wave under the control of the heart and the independent nerve does not always exhibit a constant behavior, but causes various changes (fluctuations) depending on the condition of the subject. The fluctuation changes depending on the balance of autonomic nerves (sympathetic nerves, parasympathetic nerves). Since the advancement / suppression of the autonomic nerve reflects the human psychological state, the psychological state information of the measurement subject can also be acquired from pulse wave fluctuation. Therefore, by analyzing the change (fluctuation) of the pulse wave, it is possible to obtain various body information and psychological state information of the measurement subject. For example, from the heart rate, it is possible to know the exercise ability and the tension level of the measurement subject, and from the heart rate variability, it is possible to know the measurement subject's fatigue level, pleasant sleep level, and the magnitude of stress. . Further, from the acceleration pulse wave obtained by differentiating the volume pulse wave twice with respect to the time axis, the blood vessel age of the person to be measured, the degree of arteriosclerosis, and the like can be known.

<Acceleration pulse wave>
FIG. 4 is a diagram showing the difference between the original waveform (volume pulse wave), velocity pulse wave, and acceleration pulse wave. A primary differential wave obtained by differentiating the original waveform (volume pulse wave) once is a velocity pulse wave, and a secondary differential wave differentiated twice is an acceleration pulse wave. However, these are not directly related to blood flow velocity or acceleration itself.

  In the acceleration pulse wave, the peak having each extreme value is an early contraction positive wave (a wave), an initial contraction negative wave (b wave), a middle systolic re-rising wave (c wave), a late contraction negative wave (d wave), And it is named an extended initial positive wave (e wave), and the height from the base line to the peak of each waveform is measured to obtain each value.

<Acceleration pulse waveform pattern>
FIG. 5 is a diagram showing waveform patterns (A type to G type) of acceleration pulse waves according to blood vessel age. Basically, the b-wave is sufficiently deep and the d-wave is shallow with respect to the a wave is the A-type, and conversely, the b-wave is shallow and the d-wave is deep with respect to the a-wave is the G-type. As the age increases, b-waves become shallower and d-waves tend to be deeper. In the 20s, there are many types A and B. In the 30s, type A decreases and types B and C increase. From the 40s to the 50s, C type and D type increased, and in the 70s, E type to G type accounted for the majority. Thus, by analyzing the waveform pattern of the acceleration pulse wave, the blood vessel age can be determined.

<First application example of pulse wave information>
FIG. 6 is a diagram for explaining a first application example of pulse wave information (a configuration in which pulse wave information is reflected in the expression and voice of a game character). In the game system of the first application example, the main calculation unit 11 sends an instruction to the video processing unit 14 and the audio processing unit 15 to generate at least one of the expression and voice of the game character reflecting the pulse wave information. .

  For example, when the result of pulse wave measurement is good (for example, when the degree of tension is low or when the blood vessel age is lower than the actual age), the main calculation unit 11 makes the game character smile or “good” for the game character. If the result of pulse wave measurement is bad (if the tension level is high or the blood vessel age is higher than the actual age), an instruction is sent to the video processing unit 14 and the audio processing unit 15 If it is high), an instruction is sent to the video processing unit 14 and the audio processing unit 15 so that the expression of the game character is clouded or the game character is uttered “not good”. Of course, not only the result of pulse wave measurement is good or bad, but also various modifications can be made to the method of reflecting pulse wave information in the game, such as synchronizing the excitement level of the player and the facial expression (excitement level) of the game character. Needless to say.

  The parameters for changing the “expression” of the game character include the outline of the face, the shape of the parts that make up the face (eyes, eyebrows, nose, mouth, ears, hair, etc.), and the face color. Can do.

  In the case of the game system of the first application example, the expression and voice of the game character can be changed in association with the pulse wave information obtained using the pulse wave sensor 50, so that the player's physical condition and excitement level can be changed. It is possible to reflect on.

<Second application example of pulse wave information>
FIG. 7 is a diagram for explaining a second application example of pulse wave information (a plurality of players win / loss determination based on blood vessel age). In the game system of the second application example, the main calculation unit 11 calculates the blood vessel ages of a plurality of players based on the output of the pulse wave sensor 50, and uses these blood vessel ages and comparison results as game data.

  In step S11, a message is output so as to attach the pulse wave sensor 50 to one of a plurality of players. In step S12, the pulse wave measurement and blood vessel age determination of the player wearing the pulse wave sensor 50 are performed. This determination result is temporarily stored in the information storage unit 13. In step S13, it is determined whether or not the pulse wave measurement and blood vessel age determination have been completed for all players. If no determination is made in step S13, the flow is returned to step S11, and pulse wave measurement and blood vessel age determination are repeated. On the other hand, if a positive determination is made in step S13, the blood vessel ages of the plurality of players are compared in step S14, and a game win / loss determination is made based on the result. In addition, as a technique for determining the winning or losing of the game, for example, it is conceivable that the player who has the youngest blood vessel age with respect to the actual age input in advance is the winner. In step S15, the result of the win / loss determination is output to the game output unit 40, and the series of flows ends.

  With the game system of the second application example, it is possible to determine the victory or defeat of a plurality of players based on the blood vessel age, so that it is possible to provide a battle game that anyone can easily enjoy regardless of the skill of the game operation. Become.

  The flowchart of FIG. 7 is intended to measure each pulse wave by sequentially changing one pulse wave sensor 50 among a plurality of players, but the configuration of the present invention is limited to this. Instead, a configuration may be adopted in which a plurality of pulse wave sensors 50 are used to measure pulse waves of a plurality of players simultaneously or substantially simultaneously. With such a configuration, it is possible to shorten the game play time.

  In the above description, the configuration in which the blood vessel ages of a plurality of players calculated based on the output of the pulse wave sensor 50 are used for the win / loss determination has been described as an example. However, the technique for reflecting the blood vessel age in the game is limited to this. Instead, the main calculation unit 11 can calculate the blood vessel age of a single player based on the output of the pulse wave sensor 50 and use this blood vessel age as data on the game. For example, as a modified version of the first application example described above, it is conceivable to change the appearance of a game character (child, adolescent, middle-aged, elderly, etc.) according to the blood vessel age of the player.

<Third application example of pulse wave information>
FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining a third application example of pulse wave information (compatibility determination based on a plurality of pulse wave information measured simultaneously). In the game system of the third application example, the main calculation unit 11 simultaneously (or substantially simultaneously) the pulse wave information of the plurality of players P1 and P2 based on the outputs of the plurality of pulse wave sensors 50-1 and 50-2. Acquire and use these pulse wave information as data on the game.

  For example, it is conceivable to perform pulse wave measurement with the players P1 and P2 holding hands, and determine the compatibility of both players based on the respective pulse wave information. As a method for determining compatibility, for example, when only one player's pulse rate increases when the player P1 and the player P2 join hands, the compatibility is 50% (unrequited love), and both players have the same pulse rate. If it rises, it is considered that the compatibility is 100% (both thoughts), and if there is no change in the pulse rate of both players, the compatibility is 0%.

  With the game system of the third application example, it is possible to provide an experience-type game that has never existed.

  In the above description, the configuration in which a plurality of pulse wave information measured at the same time is used for determining compatibility has been described as an example, but the method of reflecting the plurality of pulse wave information in the game is not limited to this. For example, by constructing a game in which the opponent's heart rate is higher by winning the opponent's heartbeat and tension by multiplying words that the opponent is thrilled with each other. May be.

<Fourth application example of pulse wave information>
FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining a fourth application example of pulse wave information (network sharing of pulse wave information). The game system according to the fourth application example includes communication units (game machines 10A to 10C) that transmit and receive pulse wave information to / from other game systems (game machines 10A to 10C) or the server 70 via the network 60. Communication units 16A to 16C).

  In the case of the game system of the fourth application example, for example, in an online game, the heart rate of the players PA to PC can be used as an index, and the degree of excitement of the opponent or collaborator can be reflected in the game. It is possible to enhance the feeling and enjoy a sense of unity with the collaborators.

  In FIG. 9, the configuration for performing network communication of pulse wave information (communication via the network 60) has been described as an example, but the communication method is not limited to this, and the game machines 10A to 10C are not limited thereto. A configuration in which ad hoc communication is performed with each other may be used.

<Fifth application example of pulse wave information>
FIG. 10 is a diagram for explaining a fifth application example (ranking of a plurality of players based on pulse wave information) of pulse wave information. The game system of the fifth application example is a modified version of the fourth application example described above, and the main calculation unit 11 includes a plurality of pieces of information acquired via a communication unit (see reference numerals 16A to 16C in FIG. 9). A plurality of players are ranked based on the pulse wave information, and an instruction is sent to the video processing unit 14 and the audio processing unit 15 so as to output the ranking result.

  With the game system of the fifth application example, each of the plurality of players can enjoy the ranking display compared with the players other than the player.

<Sixth application example of pulse wave information>
FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining a sixth application example (pulse wave information temporal transition output) of pulse wave information. The game system of the sixth application example stores the pulse wave information in the information storage unit 13 in association with the date and time. Note that the “date and time” can be arbitrarily switched to any one of minute unit, hour unit, day unit, and year unit by the player's operation.

  In the game system of the sixth application example, the player can easily grasp the temporal transition of the pulse wave information (change in physical condition, degree of tension, rejuvenation of blood vessel age, etc.). In addition, when combined with a fitness game, changes in pulse rate during exercise can be recorded as a history, so it is possible to provide useful advice information to players regarding daily physical condition management and improvement of exercise ability. .

<Seventh application example of pulse wave information>
FIG. 12 is a diagram for explaining a seventh application example of pulse wave information (a configuration in which pulse wave information is reflected in game character generation, attribute change, and transformation). In the game system of the seventh application example, the main calculation unit 11 reflects the pulse wave information to perform at least one of game character generation, attribute change, and transformation, and the video processing unit 14 and the audio processing unit. Send instructions to 15.

  For example, if the pulse rate is greater than a predetermined reference value and it is determined that the player is in an excited state, a character X (for example, a powerful boss character) that appears only when the player is excited is generated. For the character Y, the first attribute (for example, aggressive personality) is given as the personality. Further, the appearance of the character Z is the first form (for example, the form in which the hair stands upright).

  On the other hand, if the pulse rate is smaller than the predetermined reference value and it is determined that the player is in a calm state, the aforementioned character X is not generated. The character Y is given a second attribute (for example, a defensive personality) as its personality. Further, the appearance of the character Z is in a second form (for example, a form in which the hair is stroked down).

  In the case of the game system of the seventh application example, game character generation, attribute change, and transformation can be performed in association with pulse wave information obtained using the pulse wave sensor 50, so that the player's physical condition and excitement level Can be reflected in the game.

<Eighth application example of pulse wave information>
FIG. 13 is a diagram for explaining an eighth application example (simple lie detector) of pulse wave information. In the game system of the eighth application example, the main calculation unit 11 determines whether or not the player's answer is true based on the pulse wave information obtained when the player answers the certain question, and determines the determination result. Use as game data.

  In step S21, a predetermined question message is output to the player wearing the pulse wave sensor 50. This question message is a content that the player answers with either “yes” or “no” (for example, “has you ever done XX?”). In step S22, the pulse wave is measured when the player wearing the pulse wave sensor 50 answers. In step S23, based on the pulse wave information obtained in step S22, it is determined whether or not the player's answer is true. For example, when a player answers a certain question, if the pulse rate does not fluctuate, the player's answer is judged to be true, and if the pulse rate fluctuates (increases), the player's answer is judged to be false. be able to. This determination result is temporarily stored in the information storage unit 13. In step S24, it is determined whether all questions have been completed. If a negative determination is made in step S24, the flow is returned to step S21 and the output of the question message is repeated. On the other hand, if a positive determination is made in step S24, the determination result for each question is output to the game output unit 40 in step S25, and the series of flows ends.

  With the game system of the eighth application example, it is possible to provide an unprecedented experience type game.

<Ninth application example of pulse wave information>
FIG. 14 is a diagram for explaining a ninth application example (pet communication tool) of pulse wave information. In the game system of the ninth application example, the pulse wave sensor 50 is attached not to the player but to the pet Pa. In particular, it is desirable that the pulse wave sensor 50 be a collar type and wirelessly connected to the game machine 10 so as not to take away the degree of freedom of the pet Pa.

  In the game system of the ninth application example, the degree of relaxation or tension of the pet Pa can be reflected in the game based on the pulse wave information obtained using the pulse wave sensor 50.

<10th application example of pulse wave information>
FIG. 15 is a diagram for explaining a tenth application example (sleeping level monitor) of pulse wave information. In the game system of the tenth application example, the pulse wave sensor 50 is attached to the sleeping player Pb, not the playing player. In particular, in order to prevent the pulse wave sensor 50 from falling off without disturbing the sleep of the player Pb, the pulse wave sensor 50 is configured to be a ring type or a bracelet type and wirelessly connected to the game machine 10. Is desirable.

  If it is the game system of the 10th application example, it becomes possible to reflect in the game the quality of sleep (degree of sleep) of the player Pb based on the pulse wave information during sleep.

<Other variations>
The configuration of the present invention can be variously modified in addition to the above-described embodiment without departing from the gist of the invention. That is, the above-described embodiment is an example in all respects and should not be considered as limiting, and the technical scope of the present invention is not the description of the above-described embodiment, but the claims. It should be understood that all modifications that come within the meaning and range of equivalents of the claims are included.

  For example, if the “odor sensor” and “taste sensor” of Patent Document 1 are replaced with the “pulse wave sensor” of the present invention, the player's points are increased based on the pulse wave information obtained using the pulse wave sensor. / Decrease, set / change game difficulty level, determine game character behavior pattern / emotion / preference, etc., develop situation in the game in a favorable / disadvantageous direction for players, background video And background music can be changed, or the branch of a story can be determined.

  The present invention can be suitably used to provide a new type of game system that is full of playfulness.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 Game machine 10A, 10B, 10C Game machine 11 Main calculating part 12 Sub calculating part 13 Information storage part 14 Video processing part 15 Audio | voice processing part 16A, 16B, 16C Communication part 20 Controller 30 Information storage medium 31 Game program 40 Game output part 50 Pulse wave sensor 50-1, 50-2 Pulse wave sensor 50A, 50B, 50C Pulse wave sensor 60 Network 70 Server P1, P2 Player PA, PB, PC player Pa Pet Pb Player

Claims (15)

  A game system comprising a pulse wave sensor for measuring a pulse wave of a living body, and using pulse wave information obtained by using the pulse wave sensor as data on a game. A main arithmetic unit that controls the overall operation of the game system;
A video processing unit for generating video data;
An audio processing unit for generating audio data;
Have
The main processing unit sends an instruction to the video processing unit and the audio processing unit so as to generate at least one of the video data and the audio data reflecting the pulse wave information. The game system according to 1.   The main processing unit sends an instruction to the video processing unit and the audio processing unit so as to generate at least one of a facial expression and a voice of the game character reflecting the pulse wave information. The game system as described in.   The game according to claim 2 or 3, wherein the main calculation unit calculates a blood vessel age of the player based on an output of the pulse wave sensor, and uses the blood vessel age as data on the game. system.   The said main calculating part calculates the blood vessel age of a some player based on the output of the said pulse wave sensor, These blood vessel age and a comparison result are used as data on a game. Game system.   The main calculation unit acquires pulse wave information of a plurality of players simultaneously or substantially simultaneously based on outputs of the plurality of pulse wave sensors, and uses these pulse wave information as data on a game. The game system according to any one of claims 2 to 5.   The game system according to any one of claims 2 to 6, further comprising a communication unit that transmits and receives the pulse wave information to and from another game system or a server.   The main calculation unit ranks a plurality of players based on a plurality of pulse wave information acquired via the communication unit, and outputs the ranking result, and the video processing unit and the audio The game system according to claim 7, wherein an instruction is sent to the processing unit.   The game system according to any one of claims 2 to 8, further comprising an information storage unit that holds the pulse wave information in association with a date and time.   The main calculation unit sends instructions to the video processing unit and the audio processing unit so as to perform at least one of generation of a game character, change of attributes, and transformation by reflecting the pulse wave information. The game system according to any one of claims 2 to 9, wherein the game system is characterized.   The main calculation unit determines whether or not the player's answer is true based on the pulse wave information obtained when the player answers a certain question, and uses the determination result as data on the game The game system according to any one of claims 2 to 10, wherein:   The game system according to claim 2, wherein the pulse wave sensor is attached to a pet.   The game system according to any one of claims 2 to 11, wherein the pulse wave sensor is attached to a sleeping player. A pulse wave sensor for measuring the pulse wave of a living body;
A main arithmetic unit that controls the overall operation of the game system;
An information storage unit used as a program development area;
A video processing unit for generating video data;
An audio processing unit for generating audio data;
A program for controlling a game system comprising:
By being read and executed by the main arithmetic unit,
Causing the main arithmetic unit to function as means for sending an instruction to the video processing unit and the audio processing unit so as to generate at least one of the video data and the audio data reflecting the pulse wave information; A program characterized by   An information storage medium readable by the game system, wherein the program according to claim 14 is stored.

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