JP2018047128A - Game server, electronic equipment and program - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To allow a player to enjoy a game using a current position of a player with his/her friend.SOLUTION: A game server 12 receives position information from electronic equipment 10, and if reception of the position information satisfies a preset condition, sends game data which is used in a game which is executed on the electronic equipment 10. When the game is executed using the game data on the electronic equipment 10, the game server 12 sets sending of the game data to a sending destination which is preset corresponding to the electronic equipment 10, and sends the game data according to a request from the electronic equipment 10 which is the sending destination.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

  The present invention relates to a game server, an electronic device, and a program.

  Conventionally, a game device having a position detection device is known. This game device can generate different events depending on the region (latitude and longitude) by detecting the current position of the player. Also, by detecting the current time, different events can be generated according to time even in the same region (latitude and longitude).

JP 2001-000745 A

  However, in the prior art, when a player moves to an area where an event is generated individually, the event is only generated in the game in the game device possessed by the player. That is, there is a problem that it is difficult for a player to enjoy a game individually, and it is difficult to enjoy a game that can be executed by detecting the current position with a plurality of friends.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above-described circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a game server, an electronic device, and a program capable of enjoying a game using a current position of a player with friends.

  In order to solve the above-described problem, the game server of the present invention includes a receiving unit that receives position information from a first electronic device, and the first electronic device when reception of the position information satisfies a preset condition. First transmission means for transmitting game data used in a game executed on the device to the first electronic device; and when the game is executed using the game data on the first electronic device, the first Setting means for setting transmission of the game data to a first transmission destination set in advance in association with one electronic device, and game data for a second electronic device corresponding to the first transmission destination 2nd transmission means to transmit.

  According to the present invention, a game using the current position of the player can be enjoyed with friends.

The block diagram which shows the structure of the game system in this embodiment. The block diagram which shows an example of a structure of the game server 12 in this embodiment. 1 is a block diagram showing a configuration of an electronic device 10 in the present embodiment. The figure which shows an example of the game event data memorize | stored in the game server 12 in this embodiment. The figure which shows an example of the friend data memorize | stored in the game server 12 in this embodiment. The figure which shows an example of possession list data memorize | stored in the game server 12 in this embodiment. The figure which shows notionally the friend relationship managed by the friend data in the game server 12 in this embodiment. The figure which shows propagation of the game data (right data to fight) at the time of using the 1st propagation form in this embodiment. The figure which shows propagation of the game data (right data to fight) at the time of using the 2nd propagation form in this embodiment. 6 is a flowchart for explaining the operation of the electronic apparatus 10 according to the present embodiment. 6 is a flowchart for explaining the operation of the electronic apparatus 10 according to the present embodiment. 6 is a flowchart for explaining the operation of the electronic apparatus 10 according to the present embodiment. The flowchart for demonstrating operation | movement of the game server 12 in this embodiment. The flowchart for demonstrating operation | movement of the game server 12 in this embodiment. The flowchart for demonstrating operation | movement of the game server 12 in this embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the electronic device 10 in the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the electronic device 10 in the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the electronic device 10 in the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of the electronic device 10 in the present embodiment.

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the game system in the present embodiment. The game system shown in FIG. 1 is a system that enables a game to be executed on the electronic device 10 possessed by the player. The game system includes electronic devices 10 (10-1, 10-2,..., 10-n) possessed by players nationwide, a game server 12, a program distribution server 14, and the like, each of which is a network 2 such as the Internet. Connected through.

  The electronic device 10 is a device equipped with a computer function capable of executing a game. The electronic device 10 is realized by, for example, a smartphone, a mobile phone, a personal computer (PC), a tablet PC, a portable game device, or the like. The electronic device 10 has a communication function, and can exchange data with the game server 12, the program distribution server 14, and other electronic devices 10.

  The electronic device 10 can store a game program distributed from, for example, the program distribution server 14, and can execute a game using the game program. The electronic device 10 executes, for example, a card game (trading card game) using the game data received from the game server 12 by the game program distributed from the program distribution server 14. The trading card game is a game in which a match (which may be referred to as a duel in this embodiment) is performed according to a predetermined rule using a set (deck) of a plurality of cards (card data). In the game system of the present embodiment, for example, the game server 12 matches the players of the electronic device 10 to match each other, and the player of the electronic device 10 and the opponent (enemy (NPC) controlled by the game program. ))). When game data distributed from a game server 12 at a specific place and time is used, for example, a battle is played with an opponent (enemy) controlled by a game program. In the game of the present embodiment, a game story is prepared in advance, and a battle or a mission is performed at a predetermined story stage in accordance with the progress of the game story.

  In the game system according to the present embodiment, the player possessing the electronic device 10 executes a predetermined function (“analyze” described later) provided in the game at a predetermined location, whereby the game server 12 performs a special function. Game data capable of executing a game can be received. The game server 12 has a plurality of locations (target locations) to which game data is to be distributed, and game data to be distributed at each location. For example, according to the current location of the player (electronic device 10), Game data (right data for fighting against a specific opponent) that enables a battle with a specific opponent (enemy) is distributed. The electronic device 10 receives the game data distributed from the game server 12 and executes a game using the game data, thereby receiving a privilege from the game server 12 according to the game result. As a privilege obtained from the game server 12, for example, there is special card data (rare card) that can be used in a trading card game.

  In the game system of the present embodiment, the game is executed on the electronic device 10 using the first game data distributed by going to a predetermined place (a further specific game result is obtained). The game server 12 distributes game data capable of executing a special game to a distribution destination (for example, another player who has a friend relationship) registered in advance in the game server 12 by the player. be able to. In other words, a special game can be executed without going to a predetermined place and executing a predetermined function. Therefore, the right to play a special game (match with a specific opponent) by distributing game data is provided. It can be propagated.

  Here, the game data distributed through other players having a friend relationship includes the user ID of the player who first received the game data distributed at a predetermined location (the opponent of the special battle game is first selected). Represents the founder). In addition, in a game using game data distributed through another player, contents common to the game data initially distributed at a predetermined location (for example, an opponent, a privilege obtained according to the game result, etc.) It is assumed that the game execution conditions are changed. The game execution conditions include, for example, a time during which a battle game can be executed (remaining time), a difficulty level of the game, and a game story reaching point that allows the game to be executed.

  Further, when the game is executed on the other electronic device 10, the game is executed on the electronic device 10 using the game data distributed from the game server 12. The game server 12 can distribute game data capable of executing a special game to the distribution destinations registered in. That is, if the game execution condition included in the game data is satisfied, the right to play a special game (match with a specific opponent) can be propagated.

  In the game system according to the present embodiment, the game data distributed from the game server 12 according to the current position of the player (electronic device 10) is propagated to other players (friends, etc.) for which a friend relationship is set. Can enjoy the game on the electronic device 10. Since the game data includes common contents such as an opponent and a privilege obtained according to the game result, it is possible to enjoy a game related to friends. Further, since the game execution condition indicated by the game data is changed by the propagation of the game data, the content of the game executed by each player is changed, and the game performance can be improved.

  The game server 12 controls a game executed in the electronic device 10 and manages various data related to the player. The game server 12 stores various data for executing the game for each player (user ID assigned to each player), and controls the execution of the game according to the player.

  The program distribution server 14 is a server for distributing a game program executed in the electronic device 10 through the network 2. Note that the game program may be distributed from the game server 12.

FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating an example of the configuration of the game server 12 in the present embodiment.
As shown in FIG. 2, the game server 12 includes a processor 24a, a memory 24b, a storage device 24c, a display unit 24d, an input unit 24e, and a communication unit 24f.

  The processor 24a executes various processes such as overall control of the game server 12 and management of data stored in the storage device 24c based on programs and data stored in the memory 24b.

  The memory 24b stores various programs executed by the processor 24a, temporary data executed by various processes, and the like. The programs stored in the memory 24b include a basic program (OS (Operating System)) and a game control program for controlling a game in cooperation with a game program executed in the electronic device 10.

  The storage device 24c stores various programs including a basic program and a game control program, data used in the various programs, and the like. In the storage device 24c, for example, game event data for executing a game using the current position of the player in the electronic device 10 is stored (see FIG. 4). The game event data is referred to in order to determine whether or not to distribute game data for executing a special game in accordance with the current position of the player (position information transmitted from the electronic device 10). The storage device 24c stores various data for executing the game for each player who executes the game in the electronic device 10. Various data for executing the game include, for example, profile data (title, user name, high score, avatar data, etc.), friend data (see FIG. 5), possessed card data (see FIG. 6), competition results, possessed items , Player level, player skill, possession list data, and the like. The friend data is data indicating another player who has set the friend relationship, and indicates a transmission destination (electronic device 10 used by the player) when distributing the player data. The possession list data is data in which game data distributed to each player (electronic device 10) is listed. The player data is distributed from the game server 12 according to the position information, and is distributed according to an instruction from another player when another player who has a friend relationship executes the game using the game data.

  The display unit 24d displays a screen corresponding to the processing by the processor 24a on a display such as an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display).

  The input unit 24e inputs data and instructions according to various processes by the processor 24a through an input device such as a keyboard or a mouse.

  The communication unit 24f controls communication with the electronic device 10 and the like via the network 2 under the control of the processor 24a.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of the electronic device 10 according to the present embodiment. As shown in FIG. 3, the electronic device 10 includes a processor 26a, a memory 26b, a storage device 26c, a display unit 26d, an input unit 26e, a communication unit 26f, and a position detection unit 26g.

  The processor 26a executes various processes such as overall control of the electronic device 10 based on programs and data stored in the memory 26b. The processor 26a executes game processing based on the game program of the game selected by the player's operation.

  The memory 26b stores various programs executed by the processor 26a, temporary data executed by various processes, and the like. The programs stored in the memory 26b include game programs downloaded from the program distribution server 14 in addition to basic programs (OS (Operating System)).

  The storage device 26c stores various programs including basic programs and game programs, data used in the various programs, and the like. The storage device 26c stores, for example, friend data, possession list data, images (thumbnail, etc.) for displaying a game screen, game data, and the like for a player (user ID) who uses the device. The

  The display unit 26d displays a screen corresponding to the processing by the processor 26a on a display such as an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display).

  The input unit 26e inputs data and instructions corresponding to various processes by the processor 26a through an input device such as a joystick, a button, a game-specific input device, or a touch panel. When the electronic device 10 is configured by a smartphone, various instructions for executing the game are input by an operation on the touch panel.

  The communication unit 26f controls communication with the game server 12 and the program distribution server 14 via the network 2 under the control of the processor 26a.

  The position detection unit 26g detects position information (latitude and longitude) indicating the current position of the own apparatus using, for example, GPS (Global Positioning System). The position detection unit 26g can use not only GPS but also other position detection methods (for example, acquisition of position information of a base station that can communicate with the communication unit 26f).

  FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating an example of game event data stored in the game server 12 according to the present embodiment. The game event data is data that is referred to in order to determine whether or not to distribute game data for executing a special game. For example, enemy information, target position information, target time information, determination condition information, and the like are included. It is associated.

  The enemy information is data related to the opponent, and indicates, for example, the type of the opponent. The target position information is data indicating a location to which game data is to be distributed. For example, the target position information indicates a rectangular range specified by latitude and longitude. As the target position, a peripheral range such as a specific store, a place where a famous building or object is installed is set. The target time information is data indicating the time for which game data is to be distributed, and for example, the start and end times of the target time are set. The determination condition information is data indicating various conditions that permit distribution of game data. The game server 12 refers to the data set in the game event data based on the position information and the reception time transmitted from the electronic device 10 by executing a predetermined function (“analyze”) in the electronic device 10. Whether or not game data is to be distributed is determined.

  FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of friend data stored in the game server 12 according to the present embodiment. In the friend data, the user ID of another player for which a friend relationship is set is set in association with the user ID for each player. The friend relationship is set, for example, when a player who has applied for a friend for a specific player approves it. The friend application can be made by, for example, the player specifying another player (user ID) that the friend wants, or the game server 12 can select from a plurality of players and automatically make the other player. .

  FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an example of possession list data stored in the game server 12 in the present embodiment. In the possession list data, data indicating a right to play a special game (a battle with a special opponent) that can be executed by the game data distributed to the player is set. In the possession list data, for example, enemy information, a discoverer (a user ID indicating a player to whom game data is first distributed from the game server 12), time information (remaining time in which the game can be executed) are associated with the user ID. ) Etc. are set. In the possession list, in addition to the game data initially distributed from the game server 12 by executing a predetermined function (“analyze”) in a specific place in advance, game data distributed through other players having a friend relationship Data corresponding to is set. In the present embodiment, the game data (the right to play) is limited by the valid time according to the time information, and is deleted from the possession list after the valid time has elapsed.

Next, propagation of game data (right to play) for playing a special game (playing with a specific opponent) of the game system in the present embodiment will be described.
In the present embodiment, as a form of propagation of game data, the game data initially distributed from the game server 12 by executing a predetermined function (“analyze”) at a predetermined location is one player ( The first propagation form that prevents the user ID) from being duplicated and the fact that it is propagated through another player having a friend relationship allows one player (user ID) to be possessed in duplicate. There are two propagation forms.

  FIG. 7 is a diagram conceptually showing friend relationships managed by friend data in the game server 12 in the present embodiment. For example, it is assumed that game data is distributed from the game server 12 by the player A shown in FIG. 7 going to a predetermined location and executing a predetermined function (“analyze”). For example, when a game is executed by the player A based on the game data and a specific game result is obtained, the game data is propagated to other players (for example, the players B and C) who have a friend relationship with the player A. Can be made. The game data distributed through the player A includes the user ID of the player A representing the opponent's discoverer. In addition, as a case where a specific game result is obtained, there are a case where, for example, a point or item set in advance in a battle game is acquired, in addition to a case where a battle is won.

  First, the case of the first propagation form will be described. When the game is executed by the player B based on the game data received through the player A, the game data can be propagated to the players A, D, and E who have a friend relationship with the player B. However, each time the game data is propagated, the game execution conditions (for example, remaining time) indicated by the game data are different. In the case of the first propagation form, based on the user ID included in the game data, the game data is not propagated to the player indicated by the user ID and to the player who has already received the game data including the user ID. . Therefore, the game data is propagated only to the players D and E among the players A, D, and E who have a friend relationship with the player B.

  Further, for example, when the game is executed by the player D based on the game data received through the player B, the user of the player A among other players B, C, E, and F who have a friend relationship with the player D The game data is not propagated to the players B, C, and E that have received the game data including the ID, and the game data is propagated only to the player F.

  In the case of the first propagation mode, the game data is sequentially propagated from the player A that first received the game data from the game server 12 to the other players who have a friend relationship, and battles against a specific opponent. Rights can be handed over. Usually, one player has a friend relationship with a plurality of other players, so that the game data including the user ID of player A is prevented from being duplicated, so that the game data is transferred to other players. It is possible to avoid an increase in the number of other players as propagation destinations every time the player is propagated.

  FIG. 8 is a diagram illustrating propagation of game data (right data for fighting) when the first propagation form in the present embodiment is used. Here, when the game data is propagated, the time (remaining time) in which the battle game can be executed is changed as the game execution condition. For example, according to the time required to win the battle game, the time during which the battle game can be executed is shortened at the game data propagation destination. For example, the time during which the competitive game can be executed (remaining time) is the time when the game data is received from the game server 12 as the start time, and the time determined in advance from the start time. It is assumed that the time during which the battle game can be executed decreases with the passage of real time regardless of whether or not the battle game is played.

  Note that the time determined in advance from the start time may be different for each game data (opponent). For example, when an event is executed at a store, the time is set to a relatively short time, for example, 3 hours. It is possible.

  As shown in FIG. 8, player A propagates game data to players B and C by winning the battle game. At this time, the remaining time a is determined according to the time required for the battle game by the player A. Players B and C can propagate game data to player D when they win as a result of playing a battle game using the game data propagated from player A, respectively. However, in the case of the first propagation mode, the game data including the user ID of the player A is not propagated to the player D in duplicate. Therefore, when the player B wins the battle game before the player C, the game data is transmitted to the player D through the player B. In this case, the remaining time (ab) is determined according to the time required for the battle game by the player B. Note that game data is not propagated between the players B and C.

  Next, the second propagation form will be described. When the game is executed by the player B based on the game data received through the player A, the game data can be propagated to the players A, D, and E who have a friend relationship with the player B. Further, for example, when the game is executed by the player D based on the game data received through the player B, the game data can be propagated to the players B, C, E, and F who have a friend relationship with the player D. In the case of the second propagation mode, user data can be repeatedly propagated between two players in a friend relationship. In addition, game data distributed to other players can be distributed to itself through other players. Accordingly, game data including the user ID of the player A can be distributed multiple times by one player through other players (however, the game execution conditions indicated by the game data are different). The number of times user data is propagated between two players in a friend relationship can be limited to a predetermined number (for example, one round trip) so that the number of distributions does not increase easily. .

  In the case of the second propagation form, the game data is propagated from the player A that first received the game data from the game server 12 through other players having a friend relationship, and a plurality of times of battle with a specific opponent. Rights can be handed over. Normally, one player has a friend relationship with a plurality of other players, but by allowing duplicate propagation of game data including the user ID of player A, On the other hand, a plurality of pieces of game data enabling execution of a battle with the same opponent are propagated to enable execution of the battle game. For example, when the number of times that the game data can be propagated is limited by game execution conditions (for example, remaining time) included in the game data, the players who are close to the player A are the same. It becomes possible to execute a plurality of games using game data.

FIG. 9 is a diagram showing propagation of game data (right data for fighting) when the second propagation form in the present embodiment is used.
As shown in FIG. 9, the player A propagates the game data to the players B and C by winning the battle game. When the player B wins as a result of playing the battle game using the game data propagated from the player A, the player B can propagate the game data to the players A, B, and D. At this time, the remaining time (ab) is determined according to the time b required for the battle game by the player B. On the other hand, if the player C does not win as a result of playing the battle game using the game data propagated from the player A, the player C does not propagate the game data. However, the game data is transmitted to the player C through each of the players B and D. The game data has different remaining times depending on the propagated route (A → B → C, A → B → D → C). For example, the player C can execute a battle game with a specific opponent according to the game data a plurality of times by distributing a plurality of game data.

  Note that which one of the first propagation form and the second propagation form is used may be set in advance in the game system, or may be determined for each game event.

  Next, operations of the electronic device 10 and the game server 12 in the present embodiment will be described. 10, FIG. 11 and FIG. 12 are flowcharts for explaining the operation of the electronic apparatus 10 in the present embodiment. 13, 14 and 15 are flowcharts for explaining the operation of the game server 12 in the present embodiment.

  The electronic device 10 can access the program distribution server 14 and download the game program. The processor 26a of the electronic device 10 executes the game program in accordance with the player's operation, and displays the home screen on the display unit 26d (FIG. 10, step A1). The home screen is provided with a menu for instructing execution of a battle (duel), execution of an analysis function for searching for an opponent, and the like.

  In order to acquire game data (right data for fighting) in which a player can play a battle game with a special opponent, the player goes to a predetermined location and performs an analysis function within a predetermined time. Let it run. Note that the specific location and time at which game data (right to fight) is distributed is, for example, a notification field on a game running screen or a home screen, SNS (Social Networking Service), e-mail, TV, radio, etc. Notifications can be made by various methods such as media, newspapers, magazines and store advertisements.

  When execution of the analysis function is instructed by the player (step A2, Yes), the processor 26a of the electronic device 10 displays an initial screen (analyze top screen) of the analyze function (step A3).

  FIG. 16A shows an example of the analyze top screen. On the analyze top screen, for example, in addition to a display area (level D1, title D2, user name D3) for displaying information related to the player, an analysis image display area D4 representing the analyze top screen is provided. Also, the analyze top screen is provided with a plurality of buttons for accepting input operations of the player. For example, a menu button B1, a duel button B2, a card button B3, a summon button B4, a shop button B5, a home button B6, and the like are provided. The execution of the battle game can be instructed by operating the duel button B2.

  Further, on the analyze top screen, a search button B7 for instructing execution of search for an opponent, a possession list button B8 for instructing display of game data (right to fight) possessed by the player, and a player from the game server 12 Is provided with a receiving list button B9 for instructing to display the game data (receiving list) distributed.

  Here, when execution of search for an opponent is instructed by an operation on the search button B7 by the player (step A4, Yes), the processor 26a displays, for example, a search confirmation screen shown in FIG. The search confirmation screen includes, for example, a “No” button B11 for instructing cancellation of search, a “Yes” button B12 for instructing start of search, and a “Close” button B13 for instructing to return to the analyze top screen. Is provided.

  When the start of the search is instructed by operating the “Yes” button B12, the processor 26a determines whether a preset searchable condition is satisfied. The searchable conditions include, for example, a use frequency limit and a possession list limit. The use frequency limit restricts the number of searches that can be performed in one day, and is determined to be, for example, twice. By limiting the number of searchable times, game data (right data to fight) is prevented from being distributed indefinitely. The possession list restriction restricts an upper limit of game data (right to fight) that can be recorded in the possession list, and is set to 10, for example. By limiting the upper limit of game data that can be recorded in the possession list, the number of game data possessed by one player, that is, the number of times that a battle game can be executed can be limited.

  When the processor 26a determines that the search is not possible due to the use frequency limit, the processor 26a displays a use frequency limit confirmation screen shown in FIG. 16C and notifies the player. On the usage count limit confirmation screen, today's usage count display D6 is displayed, and a “No” button B14 and a “Yes” button B15 for accepting a confirmation operation by the player are provided. When the “yes” button B15 is operated (step A4, No), the processor 26a returns to the state of displaying the analyze top screen.

  If the processor 26a determines that the search is impossible due to the possession list restriction, the processor 26a displays a possession list restriction confirmation screen shown in FIG. 16D and notifies the player. On the possession list restriction confirmation screen, a possession list restriction message D7 is displayed together with the number of times of use today, and a “No” button B16 and a “Yes” button B17 for accepting a confirmation operation by the player are provided. When the “Yes” button B17 is operated (step A4, No), the processor 26a returns to the state of displaying the analyze top screen.

  On the other hand, if the processor 26a determines that the searchable condition is satisfied (step A5, Yes), the processor 26a transmits a search request together with the position information detected by the position detection unit 26g to the game server 12 through the communication unit 26f. (Step A6). Until there is a response from the game server 12, the processor 26a causes the display unit 26d to display a during-search effect screen, for example, as shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, when the processor 24a of the game server 12 receives a search request from the electronic device 10 (FIG. 13, step B1), the game data is distributed when reception of the search request (position information) satisfies a preset condition. Execute the right granting process for fighting. Based on the position information received from the electronic device 10 and the search request time, the processor 24a refers to the game event data (FIG. 4) to determine whether there is game data to be distributed (step B2). . That is, the processor 24a determines whether there is game event data in which the position information received from the electronic device 10 is in the range indicated by the target position information and the time of the search request is within the time indicated by the target time information.

  Here, when there is no target game data (step B3, No), the processor 24a transmits no target data (no right to fight) to the electronic device 10 (step B6).

  On the other hand, when there is target game data (step B3, Yes), the processor 24a further determines whether the determination condition is satisfied when the determination condition information is set in the game event data. . As the determination condition, a plurality of different conditions can be set. For example, the following setting contents can be used.

  (1) The game data is distributed when the number of players making a search request at a predetermined location / time indicated by the target position information and the target time information is greater than or equal to a preset number. For example, the effect of attracting customers can be enhanced by distributing right data for fighting when a certain number of players gather at a certain store.

  (2) The game data is distributed when the player who has transmitted the search request has reached a predetermined story stage of the game story. In the game server 12, even if the target position information and the target time information are the same, game data capable of executing different special games may be prepared in accordance with each of a plurality of different story stages indicated by the determination condition information. A plurality of sets of target position information and target time information may be prepared for one story stage. When the story stage is used for the determination condition information, when the search request is transmitted from the electronic device 10, information indicating the game stage of the game story being executed in the electronic device 10 is transmitted together with the position information. To do.

  (3) The game data is distributed when a plurality of different predetermined game data have been acquired. Thereby, it is possible to encourage the player to visit a plurality of places and execute the analyze function, thereby improving the game performance. In this case, when the search request is transmitted from the electronic device 10, the game data recorded in the possession list is transmitted together with the position information.

  If the processor 24a determines that the determination condition indicated by the determination condition information is not satisfied for the search request (No in step B4), the processor 24a transmits no target data (no right to fight) to the electronic device 10. (Step B6).

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the determination condition is satisfied for the search request (step B4, Yes), the processor 24a distributes the game data (the fighting right data) to the electronic device 10 (step B5).

  The processor 26a of the electronic device 10 is recorded in the current possession list when the game server 12 notifies the search request that there is no target data (no granting the right to fight) (FIG. 10, step A7, No). A possession list screen for displaying a list of the game data is displayed (step A12).

  On the other hand, when the processor 26a of the electronic device 10 receives game data (right to fight) in response to the search request (FIG. 10, Step A7, Yes), for example, as shown in FIG. 17 (B), the right to fight. A right acquisition screen (effect image) indicating that the player has been acquired (the opponent has been found) is displayed on the display unit 26d and notified to the player (step A8). The processor 26a adds the game data newly received from the game server 12 to the possession list, and displays a possession list screen for displaying a list of game data recorded in the possession list, for example, as shown in FIG. It is displayed (step A12).

  On the possession list screen, for example, display areas D20, D21, D22,... For displaying information representing the contents of the game data are provided for each game data. Note that the same portions as those of the analyze top screen illustrated in FIG.

  For example, in the display area D20, a thumbnail area D20a for displaying a character image (character thumbnail) corresponding to enemy information indicated by the game data, the name of the opponent (enemy), and the game server 12 receive the game data first. In addition, an information display area D20b for displaying various information such as the name of the player (who has found an enemy), and a remaining time display area D20c for displaying the time (remaining time) in which the battle game can be executed using the game data are provided. Yes.

  On the possession list screen, the display area of other game data that cannot be displayed in one screen is displayed by scrolling the screen, and the opponent corresponding to any game data can be confirmed. The player can select any game data (the opponent) in the possession list and instruct the execution of the match.

  For example, in the possession list screen shown in FIG. 17C, when the display area D20 is selected (step A13, Yes) and the execution of the battle is instructed by operating the duel button B2 (step A14, Yes), the processor 26a. Displays a battle confirmation area D30 as shown in FIG. 17D, for example, in order to confirm the execution of the battle game using the game data corresponding to the display area D20.

  In the battle confirmation area D30, for example, a display area D20, a “No” button B21 for instructing the cancellation of the battle, a “Yes” button B22 for instructing the start of the battle, and game data (right data to fight) from the possession list. A “delete” button B23 for instructing deletion is provided, and a “profile” button B24 for displaying a profile of the discoverer of the game data is provided.

  The processor 26a displays the possession list screen when the “No” button B21 is operated, and displays the possession list screen from which the selected game data is deleted when the “delete” button B23 is operated. (Steps A15 (No), A9).

  On the other hand, when the “yes” button B22 is operated, the processor 26a executes a battle process using the selected game data (step A15).

FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating a battle process performed by the electronic device 10.
First, the processor 26a of the electronic device 10 transmits a battle request with the opponent indicated by the game data selected in the possession list to the game server 12 (step A21). When receiving the battle request from the electronic device 10 (FIG. 14, step B11), the processor 24a of the game server 12 determines the battle condition indicated by the game data (step B12), and executes a preparation process for battle (step B12). B13). For example, the processor 24a determines an opponent (enemy), a player's name, title, level, game execution condition, and the like indicated by the game data, and sets (deck) a plurality of cards (card data) used in the trading card game. Set up. Specific examples of the game execution conditions will be described later.

  After the battle preparation process is completed, the processor 26a of the electronic device 10 displays a battle (dwell) start screen as shown in FIG. 18A, for example, and then displays a game execution screen (for example, a plurality of cards). Display a screen on which an image is arranged) and start a battle game. The processor 26a executes a battle game process for executing the game in response to the player's input operation on the game execution screen (step A23). On the other hand, the processor 24a of the game server 12 executes a battle game process for performing control necessary for the progress of the game as appropriate in accordance with the input operation of the player (step B14).

  When the battle game ends, the processor 26a of the electronic device 10 executes a result process corresponding to the win or loss of the battle game (steps A25 and A30). The game server 12 executes a result process and a ranking process according to the result of the battle game in the electronic device 10 (step B15).

  In the result processing, for example, the game parameters for each player such as score, experience value, level, and skill are updated in accordance with the winning or losing. When the player wins the competitive game in the electronic device 10 (step A24, Yes), the processor 24a of the game server 12 determines whether to give a privilege to the player. As a privilege, for example, there is special card data (rare card) that can be used in a trading card game. The granting of the privilege is not necessarily executed when the battle game is won, but is executed, for example, when a predetermined condition is satisfied in the game or randomly.

  When it is determined that a privilege is granted by the result processing of the game server 12, the processor 26a of the electronic device 10 acquires the granted privilege (rare card) as shown in FIG. 18B, for example. A message D31 indicating that a privilege has been acquired is displayed together with the image D30.

  Thereafter, the processor 26a of the electronic device 10 displays a confirmation screen (friend grant screen) for distributing (giving) game data to other players, for example, as shown in FIG. 18C, by winning the battle game. (Step A26). On the friend assignment screen, in addition to the display area D20 for displaying information representing the contents of the game data, a “No” button B31 for instructing not to attach game data, and “No” for instructing addition of game data. A “Yes” button B32 and a “Profile” button B34 for displaying the profile of the discoverer of the game data are provided.

  Here, when the “No” button B31 is operated (step A27, No), the processor 26a ends the battle process and displays the possession list screen. On the other hand, when the “Yes” button B32 is operated (step A27, Yes), the processor 26a sends a friend assignment notification for instructing the game server 12 to distribute game data (right data to fight). Transmit (step A28). The friend grant notification includes, for example, game data (right to fight) used in the battle game, a user ID of the player who executed the battle game, time information indicating a time (remaining time) in which the battle game can be executed, and the like.

  Based on the friend data preset for the player, the processor 26a displays a friend assignment screen, for example, as shown in FIG. 18D, and distributes the game data to other players who have a friend relationship. Is notified that Here, it is assumed that game data is distributed to all players who have a friend relationship.

  On the other hand, when the friend grant notification is received from the electronic device 10 (FIG. 15, Step B21, Yes), the processor 24a of the game server 12 executes a fighting right friend grant process. That is, the processor 24a acquires game data (right to fight, player ID, time information) notified by the friend grant notification (step B22), and game data based on the player ID and preset friend data. , That is, another player who has a friend relationship with the player who is the friend notification source (step B23). The processor 24a sets game data (right data to fight) as an object to be given (distributed) to another player who has a friend relationship (step B24).

  When there is a game data reception request from the electronic device 10 used by the player that is the game data transmission destination (Yes in step B25), the processor 24a of the game server 12 responds to the electronic device 10 that is the reception request source. Then, the game data (right data for fighting) set as the grant (distribution) target is distributed (step B26). Here, when distribution of a plurality of different game data is set for the electronic device 10 that is the reception request source in response to a friend grant notification from a plurality of other players having a friend relationship, A plurality of game data are distributed.

  When the receiving list button B9 is operated on the analyze top screen (FIG. 16A) displayed by executing the analyze function, the processor 26a of the electronic device 10 operates (Yes in FIG. 10, step A9). The receiving process for displaying the game data (receiving list) distributed from the player to the player is executed (step A10).

FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing a receiving process in the electronic device 10.
The processor 26a transmits, to the game server 12, a reception request for game data set to be distributed through another player-related player to the own device (player ID) (step A41). As described above, in response to the reception request from the electronic device 10, the game server 12 distributes the game data (the fighting right data) set as the transmission target to the electronic device 10 that is the reception request source.

  When the electronic device 10 newly receives game data (right data to fight) (step A42), the electronic device 10 adds the game data propagated through the other players to the receiving list, for example, as shown in FIG. A receipt list screen for displaying a list of game data recorded in the list is displayed (step A43).

  On the receipt list screen, for example, display areas D40, D41, D42,... For displaying information representing the contents of the game data are provided for each game data. Note that the same parts as those in the possession list screen shown in FIG.

  For example, in the display area D40, a thumbnail area D40a for displaying a character image (character thumbnail) corresponding to enemy information indicated by the game data, the name of the opponent (enemy), and the game server 12 receive the game data first. In addition, an information display area D40b for displaying various information such as the name of the player (who has found an enemy) and a remaining time display area D40c for displaying the time (remaining time) in which the battle game can be executed using the game data are provided. Yes.

  For example, when any display area (for example, display area D40) is selected on the receipt list screen shown in FIG. 19A (step A44, Yes), the processor 26a corresponds to the selected display area D40. For the game data, for example, a confirmation area D50 as shown in FIG. 19B is displayed.

  In the confirmation area D50, for example, a display area D40, a “No” button B41 for instructing cancellation of addition to the possession list, a “Yes” button B42 for instructing addition to the additional list, game data (fighting right data) ) Is deleted from the receiving list, and a “profile” button B44 for displaying the profile of the discoverer of the game data is provided.

  When the “No” button B41 is operated, the processor 26a displays a reception list screen (Step A43), and when the “Delete” button B43 is operated (Step A49, Yes), the processor 26a is currently selected. The possession list screen from which the game data has been deleted is displayed (step A12).

  On the other hand, when the “Yes” button B42 is operated (Step A46, Yes), the processor 26a adds the selected game data to the possession list (Step A47) and deletes it from the receiving list (Step A46). A48), a possession list screen to which new game data is added is displayed (step A12).

  Thus, by adding game data to the possession list, the electronic device 10 can execute a battle game using this game data. That is, a special opponent who may obtain a privilege using game data acquired through another player who has a friend relationship without executing the analyze function at a predetermined specific place and time. You can play a match game.

  However, in the game system according to the present embodiment, when playing a battle game using game data acquired through another player who has a friend relationship, the game is executed when the other player executes the battle game using the game data. Execution conditions change.

  As described above, as a game execution condition, a time during which a battle game can be executed (remaining time), a difficulty level of the game, a game story reaching point that allows the game to be executed, and the like are changed. As described above, the time during which the competitive game can be executed (remaining time) decreases with the passage of real time from the time when the game data is first distributed from the game server 12. Therefore, the remaining time becomes shorter as the game data is propagated through a plurality of players.

  Note that the time (remaining time) at which the battle game can be executed is not only shortened, but also based on, for example, a result of the battle game using game data (win / loss, points, levels, items), etc. If the condition is satisfied, the remaining time may be lengthened.

  As for the difficulty level of the game, for example, the strength of the opponent (enemy) is changed according to how many players are transmitted. For example, it is assumed that the more the game data is propagated through more players, the stronger the opponent (enemy) becomes (it becomes difficult to win). This makes it easier for a player who has a friendship closer to the player to whom game data is first distributed from the game server 12 to win the battle game (the possibility of obtaining a privilege is higher).

  For example, in FIG. 9, among the game data possessed by the player C, the difficulty level of the battle game using the game data propagated through the players A, B, D is the case where the game data propagated through the player A is used. More difficult. Therefore, when the second propagation mode is used, the player C can play a battle game by selecting game data that is easy to win from a plurality of game data.

  Note that as the game data is propagated through more players, not only the opponent (enemy) becomes stronger, but also the opponent may become weaker. You may make it the intensity | strength of an opponent (enemy) change based on the result of a game, etc.

  Further, when the second propagation form shown in FIG. 9 is used, the game data of the same opponent can be received through other players having a plurality of friend relationships. Accordingly, it is possible to increase the number of times the player can play against the same opponent (enemy). In the above description, the player to whom game data is first distributed from the game server 12 is one player A, but for example, a plurality of players X, Y, and Z also received game data distribution at the same place. In this case (the execution time of the analyze function may be different), if there is a friend relationship in common with the players A, X, Y, and Z, a plurality of game data can be transmitted through each player A, X, Y, and Z. Is propagated. Even in the case of the first propagation form, a plurality of game data can be learned for the same opponent.

  Furthermore, the game data is individually used for the battle game, but the battle game may be executed by combining a plurality of game data. For example, the remaining time of two game data may be added together and used for a battle game.

  In the above description, the game data can be used by recording the game data in the possession list in the electronic device 10. However, depending on the game story reaching point of the game being executed in the electronic device 10, the game data can be used. It may be determined whether or not a battle game using data can be executed. For example, when the story reaching point is determined according to the game data (the opponent), and the electronic device 10 determines that the reaching point has not been reached, the battle game using the game data is played. Disable execution.

  In the above description, when winning a battle game executed on the electronic device 10, the game data used for the battle is distributed to other players who have a preset friend relationship. Even if the game is defeated, the game data may be distributed when a predetermined condition is satisfied. For example, conditions such as achieving a specific mission, reaching a predetermined level, and acquiring a specific item can be set in advance.

  In the above description, game data (right data to fight) is transmitted to all players who have a friend relationship, but the distribution (propagation) targets of game data may be limited. For example, a player who is permitted to distribute game data among other players who have a friend relationship is set in advance, or the distribution of game data is instructed on the confirmation screen (friend assignment screen). A list of players may be displayed to select a player as a distribution destination of game data.

  In this way, in the present embodiment, by executing the analyze function at a predetermined specific place and time, game data that can be played against a specific opponent can be acquired, and the game data can be acquired. By executing the battle game used, game data can be distributed to other players who have a preset friend relationship. As a result, other players can also execute a battle game with a special opponent using the game data, so that it is possible to enjoy a game using the current position of the player with friends.

  In addition, since game execution conditions are changed by propagating game data between players, the same game data (opponent) is used to execute a battle game, which is related to games executed by other players. However, the game contents can be changed, and each player can enjoy the battle game with different contents.

  Further, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments as they are, and can be embodied by modifying the constituent elements without departing from the scope of the invention in the implementation stage. In addition, various inventions can be formed by appropriately combining a plurality of components disclosed in the embodiment. For example, some components may be deleted from all the components shown in the embodiment. Furthermore, constituent elements over different embodiments may be appropriately combined.

  In addition, the method described in the embodiment is, for example, a magnetic disk (flexible disk, hard disk, etc.), optical disk (CD-ROM, DVD, MO, Blu-ray) as a program (software means) that can be executed by a computer. (Registered trademark), etc.), semiconductor memory (ROM, RAM, flash memory, etc.), etc., and can also be transmitted and distributed by communication media. The program stored on the medium side also includes a setting program that configures in the computer software means (including not only the execution program but also a table and data structure) that is executed by the computer. A computer that implements the present apparatus reads the program recorded on the recording medium, constructs software means by a setting program in some cases, and executes the above-described processing by controlling the operation by the software means. The recording medium referred to in this specification is not limited to distribution, but includes a storage medium such as a magnetic disk or a semiconductor memory provided in a computer or a device connected via a network.

  2 ... Network, 10 (10-1, 10-2, ..., 10-n) ... Electronic equipment, 12 ... Game server, 14 ... Program delivery server, 16 ... Video delivery server, 24a ... Processor, 24b ... Memory, 24c ... storage device, 24d ... display unit, 24e ... input unit, 24f ... communication unit.

Claims (12)

Receiving means for receiving position information from the first electronic device;
First reception means for transmitting game data used in a game executed in the first electronic device to the first electronic device when reception of the position information satisfies a preset condition;
When a game is executed using the game data in the first electronic device, transmission of the game data is set to a first transmission destination set in advance in association with the first electronic device. Setting means;
A game server comprising: a second transmission unit configured to transmit the game data to a second electronic device corresponding to the first transmission destination.   The game server according to claim 1, wherein the first transmission unit transmits the game data to the first electronic device when position information within a predetermined range is received within a preset time.   The game server according to claim 1, wherein the first transmission unit transmits the game data to the first electronic device in accordance with a result of a game executed using the game data in the first electronic device. When the game is executed using the game data in the second electronic device, the setting means sends the game data to a second transmission destination set in advance in association with the second electronic device. Set the transmission of
The game server according to claim 1, wherein the second transmission unit transmits the game data to a third electronic device corresponding to the second transmission destination. The setting means sets transmission of the game data to a transmission destination that has not received the game data,
The game server according to claim 4, wherein the second transmission means transmits the game data to a fourth electronic device corresponding to a transmission destination that has not received the game data.   The first transmitting means receives the game data when the position information within a predetermined range is received from the plurality of first electronic devices set in advance within a preset time. The game server according to claim 1, which is transmitted to the first electronic device. The receiving means receives game status information indicating a game execution status from the first electronic device,
The game server according to claim 1, wherein the first transmission unit transmits the game data to the first electronic device when the game situation information indicates that a preset game situation has been reached. A transmission means for transmitting position information;
First receiving means for receiving game data used in a game when transmission of the position information satisfies a preset condition;
A transmission instruction means for instructing transmission of the game data to an electronic device corresponding to a preset transmission destination when the game is executed using the game data;
A reception request transmitting means for transmitting a game data reception request;
Second receiving means for receiving the game data in response to transmission of the reception request;
An electronic device comprising: game processing means for executing a game using the game data received by the second receiving means. The second receiving means receives a plurality of game data,
The electronic device according to claim 8, wherein the game processing unit executes a game using each of the plurality of game data. The game data includes unique identification data,
The electronic device according to claim 8, wherein the second receiving unit receives the game data including different identification data. Computer
Receiving means for receiving position information from the first electronic device;
First reception means for transmitting game data used in a game executed in the first electronic device to the first electronic device when reception of the position information satisfies a preset condition;
When a game is executed using the game data in the first electronic device, transmission of the game data is set to a first transmission destination set in advance in association with the first electronic device. Setting means;
A program for causing a second electronic device corresponding to the first transmission destination to function as second transmission means for transmitting the game data. Computer
A transmission means for transmitting position information;
First receiving means for receiving game data used in a game when transmission of the position information satisfies a preset condition;
A transmission instruction means for instructing transmission of the game data to an electronic device corresponding to a preset transmission destination when the game is executed using the game data;
A reception request transmitting means for transmitting a game data reception request;
Second receiving means for receiving the game data in response to transmission of the reception request;
A program for functioning as game processing means for executing a game using the game data received by the second receiving means.