JP2020054502A - Server system, game system and program - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a program capable of increasing motivation of a player to hold a game event and enhancing interest in a game.SOLUTION: A server device 10, during execution of a game-related process, gives a specific item necessary for holding a game event to a player, and performs holding control and execution control of a game event with the player as a host player, on condition that the specific item is used. In the execution control of the game event, according to the used specific item, event control information stored in association with the specific item is identified, variable control information different from other information in the identified event control information is determined according to the parameter set to the used specific item, and holding and progress of the game event are controlled, based on the identified event control information and the determined variable control information.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

  The present invention relates to a server system, a game system, a program, and the like.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, game events that allow a plurality of participants to compete via a communication network are known. In such a game event, various kinds of management such as user information such as an organizer and a participant or recruitment of participation in a match are performed by a server device.

  Recently, as a system for providing such a game, a system in which a user who receives the game holds an event and determines an item such as a prize has been known (for example, Patent Document 1).

  In particular, when the game system described in Patent Literature 1 applies for recruitment of an event organizer, the user who applied for the event is set as the organizer, and the type of the game related to the event and the prize are set by the user who has become the organizer. Alternatively, it has a configuration in which an event such as the date and time of the event can be set.

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  However, in the game system described in Patent Literature 1, although an event can be held by applying, the type of the event cannot be set by the user. There is an aspect that lacks the interest of the people.

  SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made to solve the above-described problems, and an object of the present invention is to make it possible to easily hold a game event mainly for a player and to incorporate a game property into the holding of the game event. Therefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide a program or the like that can increase the motivation of a player for holding a game event and improve the interest in the game.

(1) In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides:
A program for executing a game including at least a game event in which a player participates,
Granting means for granting an item necessary for holding the game event as a specific item to the player when a given condition is satisfied;
For each type of the specific item, for each combination of the plurality of specific items, or for each number of the specific items, event control information for controlling a game event executed by a plurality of players participating is stored. Storage control means for controlling the storage means,
Setting means for setting the player as a host player when the holding of the game event is instructed based on the use of the specific item given to the player; and
Identifying event control information stored in association with a specific item used when the sponsoring player is set, and executing the game event hosted by the sponsoring player according to the identified event control information. Event control means for controlling the
As a computer.

  With this configuration, according to the present invention, if a specific item to be the sponsoring player can be acquired, a game event desired by the player can be held. , And holding a game event can also incorporate a game property of acquiring a specific item.

  Therefore, the present invention can provide a new mechanism in the game for holding the game event, and can enhance the interest in the game.

  Note that the specific item may be an item provided in a data format or an analog format, or may be an item that can be grown or powered up during a game.

  For example, specific items include items that indicate a player's given testimony and qualifications, such as trophies, cups, and medals, and tools and stories that can be used in a given game, such as swords, stones (shards), and keys. Includes items, intangible items such as spells and passwords, decorative items such as necklaces, food and drink and crop items such as magical water, flowers and food, or in-game currency.

  The “given condition” in the provision of the specific item includes, during execution of various games such as a battle game, an RPG, a shooting game, and a racing game, setting of these games, and execution by other players. In addition to the conditions (hereinafter, also referred to as “conditions satisfied during execution of processing relating to the game”) specified while browsing the game being played, or logging in to execute the game, or the like. This includes purchase from a predetermined store (including a virtual store existing on the network) or charging a predetermined fee in the game.

In particular, the conditions that are satisfied during execution of the processing related to the game include:
(A1) While the game is running, clear a given stage, win from an enemy player, accomplish a task imposed during the game, acquire a predetermined experience value, in-game currency, points, etc. Acquisition of one or more items,
(A2) While browsing the game, giving a comment to another player or winning the supporting player;
(A3) While the game is being set, the number of registered friends and the number of registered followers have exceeded a certain value, or
(A4) If login is being performed, predetermined conditions regarding login such as continuous login for a predetermined number of days have been satisfied;
And so on.

  In addition to the “specific item provision”, in addition to the case where the item is virtually provided electronically, such as in a game space, the specific item is provided as a real-world article such as a game card or through the article (code on the article). To obtain the code by reading the code).

  The game event is, for example, one mode (one game mode) of a game (main game) in which the user has acquired an item. In particular, the game event is a race tournament (race game) having the same map as the main game, If the main game is a competitive game such as baseball / soccer, battle, go / shogi, or a league match between them, the game event includes a league match for a predetermined period or the number of games, a tournament match with a win, and the like.

  Further, the “event control information” includes a program for executing a game event, character information and item information appearing or used in the game event, a map and a course on which the game event is executed, and a game space. Information on various objects, specifications, holding conditions, and duration of the game event, conditions for participation of players in the game event, number of participants, information on prizes provided by the game event and information on the prizes. Including.

  In particular, the game event specifications include the content of the game, the presence or absence of the organizer, rules including the game format (league match, tournament system, etc.), and the types of benefits granted by the game event, such as prizes (prizes). And the number of players, the number and number of players, the specifications and types of game stages, the decoration (background and effects) and BGM in the game images, the types of items that can be used in the game, and the characters that can be selected as player characters. Including type (including ability) and recruitment period.

  The game event holding conditions include, for example, that the number of players participating during the recruitment period has reached a predetermined number, and that a player who wants to participate by a set start timing has obtained predetermined points. This includes, for example, satisfying a predetermined qualification, or logging in a predetermined number of players at the timing of starting a game event.

  Furthermore, the player's participation conditions in the game event include, for example, that the player's level, acquired experience value, life energy, points, and in-game currency are equal to or more than a certain value, and the game time executed by the player is equal to or more than a predetermined time. Or a period length such as the number of days the player has continuously logged in during the predetermined period.

  In addition to the above, “use of a specific item” may be use of a single specific item or use of a plurality of specific items.

  In particular, the use of a specific item may or may not consume the specific item. However, it is preferable that the specific item can be used more than once. In this case, the specific item may be consumed after being used more than once (that is, cannot be used), or may not be used for holding a game event. It may be used as a material in the case of combining with another item to strengthen another item.

  It is preferable that the "hosting player" is capable of determining the specifications of the game event, including being adopted as the event name of the game event, when hosting the game event.

  In this case, motivation for hosting a game event can be increased.

  In addition to the above, the “hosting player” may, for example, participate under advantageous conditions (there are few consumption points for participating), have an advantageous effect (high prize level), The effect (prize item to be provided) that can be obtained when the game event is won may be larger than that of the other participating players.

The “game event execution control” includes various controls until the game event is held (holding control), such as notification control of participation recruitment, management of a recruitment period, determination of participation possibility of participating players, and game control. Various controls (progress control) for advancing the game event after the start of the event are included.

  Further, the program of the present invention may be realized by interlocking with a plurality of terminal devices (terminal devices possessed by a player) via a network, or may be realized by being incorporated in a game device provided in a predetermined store. You may.

(2) Further, the present invention
The computer further functions as parameter management means for managing parameters set for the specific item,
Each of the event control information stored for each specific item includes variable control information that differs depending on parameters set for the specific item,
The event control means,
According to the used specific item, specify the event control information stored in association with the specific item,
According to the parameters set in the used specific item, determine the variable control information in the specified event control information,
Based on the specified event control information and the determined variable control information, the game device controls the holding and progress of the game event.

  With this configuration, the present invention can change the contents, specifications, and the like of the game event by using parameters that define the abilities and characteristics of the items and parameters that change in association with the game holding situation.

  Therefore, the present invention provides, for example, a game event based on the same specific item according to the parameter of the item, to provide more valuable prizes, change or increase the type of appearing characters, A game event with a different taste can be held while providing a sense of unity as a game event, such as the appearance of a special map or course, or changing the difficulty of the game.

  As a result, the present invention can maintain an interest in a game event, and can provide a game that can be entertained for a long time.

  The “parameters of a specific item” include the level, experience value (including life and points), parameters that define attributes and characteristics, etc. specified for the specific item. Only the parameters of a single specific item are included. But also includes parameters that are enhanced by a combination with other specific items. However, the parameter is preferably changed during the game, but is not limited to this.

  The “variable control information” includes, among the event control information, the specifications of the game event, the conditions for the player to participate in the game event, the conditions for holding the game event, and the like.

  Further, "determine the variable control information in the specified event control information according to the parameters of the specific item used", the corresponding variable control information according to the parameters of the specific item used and specific rules Determining, and from the variable control information stored in advance for each event control information in the storage means and for each parameter of the specific item, based on the parameter of the specific item used, Determining is included.

(3) Further, the present invention
Causing the computer to further function as game control means for controlling execution of the game,
The parameter management means,
The parameter of the specific item is changed according to the progress of the given game in the player.

  With this configuration, the present invention can provide a more valuable game event based on the same specific item if the parameters of the specific item can be changed according to the progress of the game of the player who is to be the organizer of the game event. Offering game events with different tastes, such as offering high prizes, changing or increasing the type of characters appearing, introducing special maps and courses, or changing the difficulty of the game. it can.

  Therefore, the present invention can increase the motivation to execute a given game, and can improve not only the game event but also the interest in the game, thereby providing a game that can be entertained for a long time. can do.

  Note that "changing the parameters of the used specific item according to the progress of a given game" means, for example, that in a game different from the held game event, the parameter is activated in the game event. Including changing the direction. However, the parameter may be changed so as not to be activated in the game event.

  For example, if a parameter that changes according to the progress, such as an experience value or points acquired in a given game, is information that can be indicated by a numerical value, it indicates that the numerical value changes.

  Further, for example, when a parameter that changes depending on the progress status such as the presence or absence of a predetermined ability is selective information, it indicates that the parameter has been changed from the previous state.

  The “activation direction” refers to, for example, an increase in the number of participating players or teams, an increase in the number of days held, and an increase in the prize value or an increase in prizes. Show.

(4) Further, the present invention
The parameter management means,
When the game event is held, information on the holding status of the game event is obtained as holding status information,
The parameter of the used specific item is changed according to the acquired holding status information.

  With this configuration, the present invention can change the contents and specifications of the game event by changing the parameter of the item in accordance with the holding status of the game event, or the ability of the item to hold the game event (holding Number) can be varied.

  For example, according to the present invention, even if the game event is based on the same specific item, every time the game event is held, or the game event is instructed, and the game event When the number of times the game is held (the number of times of continuous holding) and the execution time are satisfied (when the number of times of the continuous holding reaches a predetermined number), the specification of the game event is changed, or the game event of the item is changed. Hosting ability can be changed.

  For example, the present invention can change the specification of a game event to provide a higher-value prize or increase the number of characters appearing.

  Further, for example, the present invention can increase the number of game events that can be held for the specific item by changing the holding ability of the item game event.

  Note that the “holding status” includes, for example, the specification, participation conditions, and holding conditions of the game event, the number of game events held in the past by the specific item, the player who participated in the past or last held game event. The number includes the number, whether or not the sponsoring player can participate in a past or previously held game event, and a game result (win / loss result or presence / absence of victory) of the sponsoring player.

  Then, the “holding status information” may be information on the holding status of the previous game event executed by the same specific item, or when a plurality of game events have been executed in the past, The holding history may include information indicating the status of each holding (all holdings may be held or may be held within a fixed period).

  Then, "changing the parameters of the used specific item according to the holding status information" means that the parameter is further activated than the game event when used in the next game event (possible participation The number of players increases or the prize becomes luxurious).

  For example, when the holding status information such as the number of holdings, the total holding time, or the number of participating players is indicated by a numerical value, and the numerical value increases in a direction in which the game event is activated, If the specific item parameter is changed in a direction in which the game event is activated, and the numerical value increases in a direction in which the game event is not activated, the specific item parameter is changed in a direction in which the game event is not activated. To change.

  Further, for example, in the case of selective information such as whether or not the sponsoring player can participate or the result of winning or losing of the sponsoring player, the selective information is determined as a plus element or a minus element, respectively. Changes the parameter of the specific item in the direction in which the game event is activated, and in the case of minus element information, changes the parameter of the specific item in the direction in which the game event is not activated.

(5) Also, the present invention
For each player, cause the computer to function as item management means for registering and managing the assigned specific item in the storage means,
The item management means,
When the assigned specific item is transferred to another player, a process of deleting the registration of the specific item from the transferred player and registering the registration of the specific item in association with another player is performed. It has a configuration.

  With this configuration, the present invention enables, for example, the sale or transfer of a specific item, so that it is not possible to host a desired game event because the specific item cannot be acquired by a game or the like. Even so, the game event can be hosted by being transferred from another player.

  Further, for example, the present invention can be provided as a prize of a game event from a sponsoring player and belong to a player who has won the game event, so that the motivation of a player who participates in the game event can be improved.

Therefore, the present invention can provide a game in which the interest in the game is maintained and the interest can be maintained for a long time.

(6) The present invention
Each of the event control information stored for each specific item includes, respectively, variable control information that is different from the specific item and that differs depending on a special item used with the specific item,
The event control means,
When the special item is used together with the specific item by the host player,
According to the used specific item, specify the event control information stored in association with the specific item,
According to the used special item, determine the variable control information in the specified event control information,
Based on the specified event control information and the determined variable control information, the game device controls the holding and progress of the game event.

  With this configuration, the present invention can change the contents of a game event based on a specific item, such as changing an available player character or changing a map by using a special item. Game events with different difficulty levels and different tastes can be held.

  Therefore, the interest in the game event can be maintained, so that it is possible to provide a game that is entertaining for a long time.

(7) In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides:
For each of the specific items, causing the computer to function as a use count managing unit that manages a preset use limit count for the game event,
The use number management means,
Each time the game event is used, count the number of times the specific item is used,
When the counted number of times of use reaches the number of times of use limit, use of the specific item for holding a game event is prohibited.

  With this configuration, the present invention restricts the number of times a specific item is used, thereby preventing an unlimited number of game events from being held for possessing the specific item, and ensuring that the acquisition of the specific item is moderate. By incorporating game characteristics into the game, a highly entertaining game can be realized.

  As the “use limit number”, for example, a different number may be set for each specific item, or when a given condition is satisfied, the reduced number may be recovered, and The limit number may be changed.

  Further, the specific item that has reached the use limit number may be consumed, or may be held by the corresponding player as an item having a function other than the function as an item for holding a game event. .

In particular, functions other than the function as an item for holding a game event include an enhancement function for enhancing parameters of other specific items (for example, a function as a material item when performing item synthesis), and a given function. The functions include functions for advantageously proceeding the game (attack function, control function, agility, etc.), and functions provided to the player character in a given game.

(8) Further, the present invention
The event control means,
The number of players participating in the game event, or the condition defined by the event control information according to a condition achievement period from when the game event is set to when the holding condition for holding the game event is satisfied. Change the contents of the game event that is being played.

  With this configuration, according to the present invention, in addition to the specific items and combinations thereof, the content and specifications of the game event can be changed according to the period until the holding conditions are satisfied for the number of participating players, the number of recruits, and the like. it can.

  Therefore, the present invention is to provide more valuable prizes and to change the type of characters appearing in a game event based on the same specific item, in accordance with the number of participating players and the period having the holding conditions. A game event having a different taste can be held while providing a sense of unity as a game event, such as increasing the number, increasing a special map or course, or changing the difficulty of the game.

The “holding condition” indicates, for example, a condition for starting the game event when the holding of the game event is instructed and the holding of the game event is set, for example,
(B1) the number of players participating during the recruitment period has reached a predetermined number;
(B2) that the player who wishes to participate by the set game event start timing satisfies a predetermined qualification such as acquisition of predetermined points, or
(B3) that a predetermined number of players have logged in at the timing of starting the game event;
Including.

(9) In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides:
A server device that executes a game including at least a game event in which a player participates in cooperation with a terminal device,
Granting means for granting, to the player, an item necessary for holding the game event as a specific item when a given condition is satisfied;
For each type of the specific item, for each combination of the plurality of specific items, or for each number of the specific items, event control information for controlling a game event executed by a plurality of players participating is stored. Storage control means for controlling the storage means;
Setting means for setting the player as a sponsoring player when holding of the game event is instructed based on use of the specific item given to the player;
Identifying event control information stored in association with a specific item used when the sponsoring player is set, and executing the game event hosted by the sponsoring player according to the identified event control information. Event control means for controlling
And a configuration.

  With this configuration, according to the present invention, if a specific item to be the sponsoring player can be acquired, a game event desired by the player can be held. , Can be held), and a game property of acquiring a specific item can also be incorporated for holding a game event.

  Therefore, the present invention can provide a new mechanism in the game for holding the game event, and can enhance the interest in the game.

(10) Further, the present invention
Game control means for executing a game including at least a game event in which a plurality of players participate;
Granting means for granting, to the player, an item necessary for holding the game event as a specific item when a given condition is satisfied;
For each type of the specific item, for each combination of the plurality of specific items, or for each number of the specific items, event control information for controlling a game event executed by a plurality of players participating is stored. Storage control means for controlling the storage means;
Receiving means for receiving instructions of each player;
Setting means for setting the player as a host player when receiving an instruction to hold the game event based on the use of the specific item given to the player;
Identify the event control information stored in association with the specific item used when the sponsoring player was set, and, according to the specified event control information, sponsored by the sponsoring player, and An event control means for controlling execution of the game event in which a player participates;
And a configuration.

  With this configuration, according to the present invention, if a specific item to be the sponsoring player can be acquired, a game event desired by the player can be held. , Can be held), and a game property of acquiring a specific item can also be incorporated for holding a game event.

  Therefore, the present invention can provide a new mechanism in the game for holding the game event, and can enhance the interest in the game.

It is a figure showing an example of the system composition showing the composition of the game system of a 1st embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating functional blocks of the server device according to the first embodiment. It is a figure showing the functional block of the terminal unit of a 1st embodiment. It is a figure for explaining holding control processing of a game event of the 1st embodiment, and its execution control processing. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of event control information stored in a game data storage unit according to the first embodiment. It is a figure showing other examples of event control information stored in a game data storage part of a 1st embodiment. It is a flowchart (the 1) which shows the operation | movement of the event holding control process and the event execution control process based on the instruction | indication of the player performed by the server apparatus of 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart (the 2) which shows the operation | movement of the event holding control process and the event execution control process based on the instruction | indication of the player performed by the server apparatus of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure showing the functional block of the game device of a 2nd embodiment.

  Hereinafter, the present embodiment will be described. The present embodiment described below does not unduly limit the contents of the present invention described in the claims. Further, all of the configurations described in the present embodiment are not necessarily essential components of the invention.

[A] First Embodiment [A1] Game System First, an outline and a schematic configuration of a game system 1 of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of a system configuration showing the configuration of the game system 1 of the present embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the game system 1 according to the present embodiment includes a server device 10 that provides a game service and terminal devices 20 (for example, terminal devices 20A, 20B, and 20C) connected to the Internet (an example of a network). It is configured to be connectable.

  By accessing the server device 10 from the terminal device 20, the user can play a game transmitted from the server device 10 via the Internet. Furthermore, a user can communicate with another user by accessing the server device 10 from the terminal device 20.

  The server device 10 is an information processing device capable of providing a service for allowing a user to play a game using the terminal device 20 communicatively connected via the Internet. The server device 10 may function as an SNS server that provides a communication-type service. Here, the SNS server may be an information processing apparatus that provides a service capable of providing communication between a plurality of users.

  Further, when the server device 10 functions as an SNS server, for example, a social game (Social Game) executed using an operating environment (API (application programming interface), platform, or the like) of the provided SNS is provided. You can provide a game called.

  In particular, the server device 10 is created in various languages such as games provided on the Web browser of the terminal device 20, such as HTML, FLASH, CGI, PHP, shockwave, Java (registered trademark) applet, and JavaScript (registered trademark). Browser games (games that are started by simply opening an installation site with a Web browser) can be provided.

  Note that, unlike the existing online games, the social games include games that do not require dedicated client software and can be used only with a Web browser and an SNS account. In addition, the server device 10 can provide an online game that can be connected to another user's terminal (smartphone, personal computer, game machine, or the like) via a network and share the same game progress simultaneously online. It has a configuration.

  On the other hand, the server device 10 may be constituted by one (apparatus, processor) or may be constituted by a plurality of (apparatus, processor).

  Then, information such as billing information and game information stored in a storage area (a storage unit 140 described later) of the server device 10 is stored in a database (storage device, memory in a broad sense) connected via a network (intranet or the Internet). ) May be stored, or when functioning as an SNS server, information stored in the storage area, such as the player information storage unit 146, may be stored in a database (intranet or the Internet) connected via a network (intranet or the Internet). It may be stored in a storage device or memory in a broad sense.

Specifically, the server device 10 of the present embodiment receives input information based on an operation of the user of the terminal device 20 (that is, a player who executes a game), and performs a game process based on the received input information. It has become. Then, the server device 10 transmits the game processing result to the terminal device 20, and the terminal device 20 performs various processes of providing the game processing result received from the server device 10 to the terminal device 20 so that the user can view the game processing result. It has become.

  The terminal device 20 is an information processing device such as an image generation device such as a smart phone, a mobile phone, a PHS, a computer, a game device, a PDA, a portable game device, and the like, and a server device via a network such as the Internet (WAN) or LAN. 10 is a device that can be connected. The communication line between the terminal device 20 and the server device 10 may be wired or wireless.

  In addition, the terminal device 20 includes a Web browser capable of browsing a Web page (HTML format data). That is, the terminal device 20 performs a display control using a communication control function for performing communication with the server device 10 and data (Web data, data created in the HTML format, etc.) received from the server device 10. In addition, a Web browser function for transmitting user operation data to the server device 10 is provided, and various processes for providing a game screen to the user are executed, so that the user can execute the game. However, the terminal device 20 may acquire the game control information provided from the server device 10, execute a predetermined game process, and execute a game based on the game process.

  Specifically, when the terminal device 20 requests the server device 10 to play the predetermined game, the terminal device 20 is connected to a game site of the server device 10 and the game is started. In particular, the terminal device 20 causes the server device 10 functioning as an SNS server to perform predetermined processing by using an API as needed, or a player information storage unit managed by the server device 10 functioning as an SNS server. 146 is acquired and the game is executed.

[A2] Server Device Next, the server device 10 of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating functional blocks of the server device 10 of the present embodiment. Further, the server device 10 of the present embodiment may have a configuration in which some of the components (each unit) in FIG. 2 are omitted.

  The server device 10 includes an input unit 120 for use by an administrator and other inputs, a display unit 130 for performing a predetermined display, an information storage medium 180 storing predetermined information, a communication device for communicating with the terminal device 20 and others. The unit 196 includes a processing unit 100 that mainly executes processing related to a game to be provided, and a storage unit 140 that mainly stores various data used for the game.

  The input unit 120 is used by a system administrator or the like to input game-related settings and other necessary settings and data. For example, the input unit 120 of the present embodiment is configured by a mouse, a keyboard, and the like.

  The display unit 130 displays an operation screen for a system administrator. For example, the display unit 130 of the present embodiment is configured by a liquid crystal display or the like.

  The information storage medium 180 (computer-readable medium) stores programs, data, and the like, and functions as an optical disk (CD, DVD), a magneto-optical disk (MO), a magnetic disk, a hard disk, a magnetic tape. Or a memory (ROM) or the like.

  The communication unit 196 performs various controls for performing communication with the outside (for example, a terminal, another server, or another network system), and has a function of a hardware such as a processor or a communication ASIC. It is composed of software and programs.

  The storage unit 140 serves as a work area for the processing unit 100, the communication unit 196, and the like, and its function is configured by a RAM (VRAM) or the like. The information stored in the storage unit 140 may be managed in a database.

  The storage unit 140 of the present embodiment includes, in addition to the main storage unit 142, a game data storage unit 144 in which game information indicating table information such as table data is stored, and player information indicating information regarding each player. It has a player information storage unit 146 to be stored.

In particular, the game data storage unit 144 includes
(1) To execute various games (hereinafter, also referred to as “main games”) such as various games such as a competitive game, an RPG, a shooting game, and a racing game in cooperation with the terminal device 20. Program and
(2) game control information that defines game specifications such as player characters, items, maps, and courses that appear in various games;
(3) Event control information for executing a game event that is executed as one mode of various games and is executed by the player as the host player,
Are stored.

  The game event is, for example, a race tournament (race game) having the same map as the main game, and if the main game is a competitive game such as baseball / soccer, battle, go / shogi, or a league match of these, the game event is Includes a league match or a tournament match with a predetermined period or the number of matches.

In the player information storage unit 146, for each player,
(1) The nickname of the player, the player ID, and, if belonging to a team, the name of the team to which the player belongs and its ID (hereinafter referred to as “affiliation information”).
(2) Information on individual or team performance such as current score, level, game execution time, number of logins, number of consecutive login days, experience value, acquired reward or game time (hereinafter also referred to as “performance information”),
(3) information (hereinafter referred to as “item information”) on the characteristics and attributes of the player character and the type of the item (including the ability of the item) possessed by the player character;
(4) the number of participations in game events or the number of times held as a sponsoring player,
(5) billing information such as billing history and billing amount;
Is stored.

  In particular, each item information includes an item level and the like, and also defines parameters (including those indicating characteristics and attributes) that change during the game.

  The processing unit 100 performs various processes using the main storage unit 142 in the storage unit 140 as a work area. The function of the processing unit 100 can be realized by hardware such as various processors (CPU, DSP, etc.), ASIC (gate array, etc.), and programs.

  The processing unit 100 performs various processes of the present embodiment based on a program (data) stored in the information storage medium 180. That is, the information storage medium 180 stores a program for causing a computer to function as each unit of the present embodiment (a program for causing a computer to execute processing of each unit).

For example, the processing unit 100 (processor) controls the entire server device 10 based on a program stored in the information storage medium, and performs various processes such as control of transfer of data and the like between the units. Further, it performs a process of providing various services according to the request from the terminal device 20.

  Specifically, the processing unit 100 of the present embodiment includes at least a communication control unit 101, a Web processing unit 102, a main game control unit 103, an item management unit 104, a game event execution control unit 105, and a timer management unit 107. ing.

  Note that, for example, the main game control unit 103 of the present embodiment constitutes an application unit and a game control unit of the present invention, and the item management unit 104 constitutes a parameter management unit and a use limit number management unit of the present invention. Further, for example, the game event execution control unit 105 of the present embodiment constitutes a storage control unit, a setting unit, and an event control unit of the present invention.

  The communication control unit 101 performs processing for transmitting and receiving data to and from the terminal device 20 via a network. That is, the server device 10 performs various processes based on the information received from the terminal device 20 or the like by the communication control unit 101. In particular, the communication control unit 101 of the present embodiment performs a process of transmitting a game screen to the terminal device 20 of the player based on a request from the terminal device 20 of the player.

  The Web processing unit 102 functions as a Web server. For example, the Web processing unit 102 transmits data in response to a request from the Web browser 211 installed in the terminal device 20 through a communication protocol such as HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol), and executes the Web browser of the terminal device 20. A process for receiving the data transmitted by 211 is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the case where the server device 10 also has a function as an SNS server will be described as an example. However, the server device 10 is formed separately from a game server and an SNS server. Is also good. The server device 10 may perform part or all of the game processing of the present embodiment, or the terminal device 20 may perform part of the processing.

  The main game control unit 103 is linked with each terminal device 20 and performs various game processes related to an action game, a shooting game, a role playing game (RPG), and a battle game based on an operation of a player having each terminal device 20. Execute

  The item management unit 104 includes items owned by each player, including in-game currency, support characters that support the player characters, or items used to hold game events (hereinafter, referred to as “specific items”). , And manages the registration or updating of the parameters indicating the abilities in the player information storage unit 146.

  In particular, the item management unit 104 is executing the main game, setting the main game, browsing the main game being executed by another player, or logging in to execute the main game. (Hereinafter, also referred to as “conditions satisfied during execution of a game-related process”) and purchased from a predetermined store (including a virtual store existing on a network). Or management of a specific item acquired when a predetermined charge is made in the game.

  The game event execution control unit 105, when the use of a specific item given to a player is instructed by the player, sets the player as a host player, and determines the type, schedule, participation recruitment, and presence / absence of a game event while setting the player as a sponsoring player. And the like.

Further, when the holding of the game event is determined, the game event execution control unit 105 executes the game event at a predetermined timing and controls the game event.

  Further, the game event execution control unit 105 provides various information to each terminal device 20 in order to notify a result of the game event to a player who has participated in the game event.

  The timer management unit 107 has a timer function and is used for holding an event game and managing the progress of the main game and the event game.

  In particular, the timer management unit 107 outputs the current time and a preset time to each unit in conjunction with the game event execution control unit 105 and the game event execution control unit 105. The timer management unit 107 is used for synchronizing with each terminal device 20.

[A3] Terminal Device Next, the terminal device 20 of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is an example of a functional block diagram illustrating the configuration of the terminal device according to the present embodiment. Further, the terminal device 20 of the present embodiment may have a configuration in which some of the components (each unit) in FIG. 3 are omitted.

  The input section 260 is for a player to input operation data, and its function can be realized by a touch panel or a touch panel display. That is, the input unit 260 includes the detection unit 262 that can detect the two-dimensional designated position coordinates (x, y) on the screen on which the image is displayed. For example, the input unit 260 includes a detection unit 262 that can detect two-dimensional contact position coordinates (x, y) in a contact detection area (touch panel).

  Note that a touch operation on a display screen (hereinafter, referred to as a “touch panel” except in special cases) may be performed using a fingertip, or may be performed using an input device such as a touch pen. .

  In addition, the input unit 260 may include a button or lever, a keyboard, a steering wheel, a microphone, an acceleration sensor, or the like that can input operation information (operation signal) other than the designated position.

  The storage unit 270 serves as a work area for the processing unit 200, the communication unit 296, and the like, and its function can be realized by a RAM (VRAM) or the like. The storage unit 270 of the present embodiment indicates a main storage unit 271 used as a work area, an image buffer 272 in which a final display image or the like is stored, and information about a user as a player regarding a game to be provided. It includes user information 273 and a game data storage unit 274 that stores various data required for executing a game such as table data. Note that a configuration may be such that some of these are omitted, or the storage unit 140 of the server device 10 may form some of them.

  The information storage medium 280 (a medium readable by a computer) stores programs and data, and functions as an optical disk (CD, DVD), a magneto-optical disk (MO), a magnetic disk, a hard disk, a magnetic tape. Alternatively, it can be realized by a memory (ROM) or the like.

  Further, the information storage medium 280 can store a program for causing a computer to function as each unit of the present embodiment (a program for causing a computer to execute processing of each unit). The processing unit 200 performs various processes of the present embodiment based on programs (data) stored in the information storage medium 280, as described later.

The display unit 290 outputs an image generated according to the present embodiment, and its function can be realized by a CRT, an LCD, a touch panel display, an HMD (head mounted display), or the like.

  In particular, in the present embodiment, the display unit 290 also functions as the input unit 260 where the player performs a game operation by using a touch panel display. Here, as the touch panel, for example, a touch panel of a resistance film type (4-wire type, 5-wire type), a capacitance type, an electromagnetic induction type, an ultrasonic surface acoustic wave type, an infrared scanning type, or the like can be used.

  The sound output unit 292 outputs the sound generated according to the present embodiment, and its function can be realized by a speaker, headphones, or the like.

  The communication unit 296 performs various controls for performing communication with the outside (for example, a host device or another terminal device), and its functions include hardware such as various processors or a communication ASIC, and a program. It can be realized by such as.

  Note that the terminal device 20 receives, via a network, a program or data for causing a computer to function as each unit of the present embodiment stored in the information storage medium or the storage unit 270 of the server device 10 via a network. Programs and data may be stored in the information storage medium 280 and the storage unit 270. The case where the terminal device 20 functions by receiving a program or data as described above can be included in the scope of the present invention.

  The processing unit 200 (processor) performs processing such as game processing, image generation processing, or sound generation processing in cooperation with the server device 10 based on input data from the input unit 260, a program, or the like.

  In particular, in the present embodiment, the game processing includes a process of starting a game when a game start condition is satisfied, a process of performing a game, a process of arranging objects such as a player object and an enemy object, and displaying an object. Processing, processing for calculating a game result, or processing for ending a game when a game ending condition is satisfied.

  The processing unit 200 performs various processes using the storage unit 270 as a work area. The function of the processing unit 200 can be realized by hardware such as various processors (CPU, DSP, etc.), ASIC (gate array, etc.), and programs.

  In particular, the processing unit 200 of the present embodiment includes an object space setting unit 210, a display control unit 212, an input reception processing unit 213, a game control unit 214, a game calculation unit 215, a virtual camera control unit 216, It includes a management unit 217, a drawing unit 220, and a sound processing unit 230. Further, a configuration in which some of these are omitted may be adopted.

  The object space setting unit 210 includes various objects (sprites, billboards, polygons, and polygons) representing display objects such as objects (player objects, moving objects, and enemy objects), moving paths, buildings, trees, columns, walls, and maps (terrain). A process of arranging and setting an object formed of a primitive surface such as a free-form surface or a subdivision surface in the object space is performed.

  Specifically, the object space setting unit 210 determines the position and rotation angle (synonymous with direction and direction) of the object (model object), and sets the rotation (X, Y) or (X, Y, Z) at that position. The object is arranged at an angle (a rotation angle around the X, Y, and Z axes) or (a rotation angle around the X, Y, and Z axes).

  Here, the object space includes both a so-called virtual two-dimensional space and a virtual three-dimensional space. The two-dimensional space is, for example, a space in which objects are arranged in two-dimensional coordinates (X, Y), and the three-dimensional space is, for example, a space in which objects are arranged in three-dimensional coordinates (X, Y, Z). is there.

  If the object space is a two-dimensional space, the objects are arranged based on the priority set for each of the plurality of objects. For example, it is possible to perform a process of arranging objects in order from the object (sprite) to be viewed on the back side, and overlapping and arranging the objects to be viewed on the front side.

  If an object with a large drawing size is placed below the image and an object with a small drawing size is placed above the image, the object space corresponding to the upper part of the screen can be seen as if it is on the back side. Can be seen as if the object space corresponding to the lower part of the object is on the near side.

  When the object space is a three-dimensional space, the objects are arranged in the world coordinate system.

  Based on the information transmitted from the server device 10, the display control unit 212 provides the player with information (for example, predictive information or determined information) required during the game, such as the range of the first game area and the second game area in the game field. Is displayed on the display unit 290.

  The input reception processing unit 213 receives a player's input instruction input by the input unit 260 and outputs the received input instruction to the game control unit 214.

  The game control unit 214 executes a game process based on the command received by the input reception processing unit 213 and the information transmitted from the server device 10.

  In particular, the game control unit 214 determines an operation target based on various information (game information) related to a game transmitted from the server device 10 and a command received by the input reception processing unit 213 (that is, an input instruction). A control is performed on a character (that is, a player character) or an enemy character and other accompanying characters.

  On the other hand, the game control unit 214 performs a movement calculation of an operation target character object such as a moving object (particularly, a character object such as a player character or an enemy character) in the object space.

  That is, the game control unit 214 determines whether or not the mobile object is based on the game information transmitted from the server device 10 and the input data or the program (moving algorithm) or various data (motion data) input by the player through the input unit 260. A process for moving the object in the object space or controlling the motion (motion, animation) of the moving object is performed.

  Specifically, the game control unit 214 according to the present embodiment transmits the object movement information (moving direction, moving amount, moving speed, position, rotation angle, or acceleration) and motion information (position or rotation angle of each part object). ) Is performed for each frame. Here, the frame is a unit of time in which an object movement process, an operation process (simulation process), and an image generation process are performed. In the present embodiment, the frame rate may be fixed or may be variable according to the processing load.

  Note that the game control unit 214 executes a process of moving the object based on the input direction in the three-dimensional object space. For example, the game control unit 214 previously associates a moving direction with each input direction, and moves the object in the moving direction corresponding to the input direction.

  The game control unit 214 may be executed in conjunction with the server device 10, or a part or all of the game control unit 214 may be formed in the server device 10.

  The game calculation unit 215 performs various game calculation processes. In particular, the game calculation unit 215 forms a predetermined object space of a shooting game, forms an object space based on a map, progresses a game based on a scenario set in advance according to a user operation, a player object and an enemy object. Computation processing necessary for executing a game such as a battle with a game or another object, and parameter management during the battle.

  The game calculation unit 215 is executed in conjunction with the server device 10, but a part or all of the game calculation unit 215 may be formed in the server device 10.

  The virtual camera control unit 216 generates an image of the game space viewed from a given viewpoint, which image has a depth. In this case, the virtual camera control unit 216 performs a virtual camera (viewpoint) control process for generating an image viewed from a given (arbitrary) viewpoint in the object space. Specifically, a process of controlling the position (X, Y, Z) or a rotation angle (a rotation angle around the X, Y, Z axis) of the virtual camera (a process of controlling the viewpoint position and the line of sight) is performed.

  For example, when an object (for example, a character, a ball, or a car) is photographed from behind by a virtual camera, the position or rotation angle of the virtual camera (virtual camera) is adjusted so that the virtual camera follows changes in the position or rotation of the object. Direction).

  In this case, the virtual camera can be controlled based on information such as the position, rotation angle, or speed of the object obtained by the game control unit 214. Alternatively, control may be performed to rotate the virtual camera at a predetermined rotation angle or to move the virtual camera along a predetermined movement path. In this case, the virtual camera is controlled based on virtual camera data for specifying the position (movement path) or rotation angle of the virtual camera.

  Note that the virtual camera may be set as the viewpoint of the player character. When a plurality of virtual cameras (viewpoints) exist, the above-described control processing is performed for each virtual camera.

  Although the virtual camera control unit 216 is executed in conjunction with the server device 10, a part or all of the virtual camera control unit 216 may be formed in the server device 10.

  The game management unit 217 cooperates with the server device 10 to set a player character and various items used in a game such as a battle game in each player based on a player operation input via the input unit 260, Register in the user information 273.

  The drawing unit 220 performs a drawing process based on various information related to image generation transmitted from the server device 10 and a result of various processes (game processes) performed by the processing unit 200, thereby generating an image. Are output to a display unit (display) 290.

In particular, the image generated by the drawing unit 220 may be a so-called two-dimensional image or a so-called three-dimensional image. In particular, the drawing unit 220 generates an image viewed from the virtual camera in the object space and displayed on the screen.

  Here, when generating a two-dimensional image, the drawing unit 220 draws objects in order from the set object with the lowest priority, and when objects overlap, overwrites the object with the higher priority. I do.

  When generating a three-dimensional image, the drawing unit 220 according to the present embodiment first executes vertex data (position coordinates of the vertices, texture coordinates, color data, normal vector, or α value) of each vertex of the object (model). ), And vertex processing is performed based on vertex data included in the input object data. When performing the vertex processing, a vertex generation process (tessellation, surface division, polygon division) for subdividing the polygon may be performed as necessary.

  In the vertex processing, vertex movement processing, coordinate transformation (world coordinate transformation, camera coordinate transformation), clipping processing, perspective transformation, or geometry processing such as light source processing are performed. Based on the processing results, the object is converted. The given vertex data is changed (updated and adjusted) for the constituent vertex group. Then, rasterization (scan conversion) is performed based on the vertex data after the vertex processing, and the surface of the polygon (primitive) is associated with the pixel. Subsequent to the rasterization, pixel processing (fragment processing) for drawing pixels constituting an image (fragments constituting a display screen) is performed.

  In the pixel processing, various processes such as reading of texture (texture mapping), setting / changing of color data, translucent composition, and anti-aliasing are performed to determine a final drawing color of a pixel constituting an image, and a perspective transformation is performed. The drawing color of the object is output (drawn) to an image buffer 272 (frame buffer, buffer capable of storing image information in pixel units; VRAM, rendering target). That is, in the pixel processing, per-pixel processing for setting or changing image information (color, normal, luminance, α value, etc.) in pixel units is performed.

  As a result, an image that is viewed from the virtual camera (given viewpoint) set in the object space is generated. When a plurality of virtual cameras (viewpoints) exist, an image can be generated so that an image viewed from each virtual camera can be displayed as a divided image on one screen.

  Note that the vertex processing and pixel processing performed by the drawing unit 220 are performed by hardware that enables a polygon (primitive) drawing process to be programmed by a shader program described in a shading language, that is, a so-called programmable shader (vertex shader or pixel shader). It may be realized. In a programmable shader, the processing of each vertex and the processing of each pixel can be programmed, so the degree of freedom of the drawing processing content is high, and the expressive power can be greatly improved compared to the fixed drawing processing by hardware. .

  Then, when rendering the object, the rendering unit 220 performs geometry processing, texture mapping, hidden surface removal processing, α blending, and the like.

  In the geometry processing, processing such as coordinate conversion, clipping processing, perspective projection conversion, or light source calculation is performed on the object. Then, the object data (position coordinates of the vertices of the object, texture coordinates, color data (luminance data), normal vector, α value, etc.) after the geometry processing (after the perspective projection conversion) are stored in the storage unit 270.

In the texture mapping, a process of mapping a texture (texel value) stored in the texture storage unit of the storage unit 270 to an object is performed. Specifically, the texture (surface properties such as color (RGB) and α value) is read from the texture storage unit of the storage unit 270 using the texture coordinates set (given) to the vertices of the object, and the two-dimensional image is read. Is mapped to the object. In this case, processing for associating pixels with texels and bilinear interpolation are performed as texel interpolation.

  In the present embodiment, when rendering an object, a process of mapping a given texture may be performed. In this case, the color distribution (texel pattern) of the texture to be mapped can be dynamically changed.

  In this case, a texture having a different color distribution (pixel pattern) may be dynamically generated, or a plurality of textures having different color distributions may be prepared in advance, and the texture to be used may be dynamically switched. You may. The color distribution of the texture may be changed for each object.

  In the hidden surface erasing process, a hidden surface erasing process is performed by a Z buffer method (depth comparison method, Z test) using a Z buffer (depth buffer) in which a Z value (depth information) of a drawing pixel is stored. That is, when drawing a drawing pixel corresponding to the primitive of the object, the Z value stored in the Z buffer is referred to, and the Z value of the referenced Z buffer and the Z value of the drawing pixel of the primitive are determined. If the Z value at the drawing pixel is a Z value (for example, a small Z value) on the near side as viewed from the virtual camera, the drawing process of the drawing pixel is performed and the Z value of the Z buffer is newly set. Is updated to an appropriate Z value.

  In α blending (α synthesis), the drawing unit 220 performs translucent synthesis processing (normal α blending, addition α blending, subtraction α blending, etc.) based on the α value (A value). The α value is information that can be stored in association with each pixel (texel, dot), for example, plus alpha information other than color information. The α value can be used as mask information, translucency (equivalent to transparency and opacity), bump information, and the like.

  Then, the drawing unit 220 in the present embodiment may generate an image to be displayed in the display area corresponding to the contact detection area. The image displayed in the display area may be, for example, an image including an object.

  The sound processing unit 230 performs sound processing based on the results of various processes performed by the processing unit 200, generates game sounds such as BGM, sound effects, and sounds, and outputs the generated game sounds to the sound output unit 292.

[A4] Method of the Present Embodiment [A4.1] Outline Next, an outline of the method of the present embodiment (game event holding control processing and its execution control processing) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining a game event holding control process and an execution control process thereof according to the present embodiment.

  The server device 10 according to the present embodiment is linked with the terminal device 20 of each player, and a game held as one mode of the main game during execution of a main game such as a battle game or a racing game played by each player. It has a configuration for executing various controls related to events.

In particular, the server device 10 of the present embodiment assigns a specific item that is an item necessary for holding a game event during execution of a process related to the game such as a progress state of the main game, and assumes that the specific item is used. As a condition, the game device has a configuration in which a game event holding control and an execution control are performed with the player who has used the specific item as the host player.

Specifically, the server device 10
(1) When the use of a specific item given to a player is instructed by the player, the player is set as a host player,
(2) Identifying event control information stored in association with the specific item used when the sponsoring player is set, and executing the game event by the sponsoring player according to the specified event control information. Control,
It has a configuration.

In particular, each event control information stored for each specific item includes different variable control information according to parameters set for the specific item, and the server device 10 executes the game event. In control,
(2A) Specifying the event control information stored in association with the specific item according to the specific item used,
(2B) Variable control information in the specified event control information is determined according to a parameter (hereinafter, referred to as “specific item parameter”) set for the used specific item,
(2C) controlling the holding and progress of the game event based on the specified event control information and the determined variable control information;
It has a configuration.

  For example, the server device 10 gives the player P a silver trophy 50 capable of holding a game event as a specific item when the enemy character is defeated during the execution of the main game (competition game), The silver trophy 50 is registered in the player information of the player ([1] in FIG. 4).

  Then, when the terminal device 20 uses the silver trophy 50 based on the operation of the player P and instructs the server device 10 to hold the game event A (car race), the server device 10 Set as the sponsoring player (FIG. 4 [2]).

  Further, the server device 10 reads out the event control information stored in association with the silver trophy 50 and, based on the event control information, up to four participating players for three days from the use and setting timing of the Tokyo Circuit. During the recruitment period, the prize to the winning player determines the content of the game event such as "gold trophy" (FIG. 4 [3]).

  Further, at the holding timing, the server device 10 controls the execution of the game event based on the operation of the participating player, assuming that the participating players that can be held have been received, and executes the racing game ( FIG. 4 [4]).

  Finally, the server device 10 specifies a winning player based on the game result, and executes a process for providing the specified winning player with the gold trophy 51 (FIG. 4 [5]).

  With this configuration, in the present embodiment, the contents and specifications of the game event can be changed by the parameters that define the abilities and characteristics of the items and the parameters that change in association with the game holding situation. I have.

Therefore, in the present embodiment, the interest in the game event can be maintained, so that it is possible to provide a game that is entertaining for a long time.

  Note that the present embodiment will be described using a case where a specific item is electronically given during execution of a game or the like. However, it is also possible to provide a predetermined code recorded on a game card, which is an article in the real world, to the player and electronically provide the specific item by inputting the code to a predetermined reader or key.

  In the present embodiment, each event control information is stored for each specific item, but may be stored for each combination of a plurality of specific items or for each number of the specific items.

  Then, in this case, the server device 10 is stored in association with the specific item according to the combination of the specific items used or according to the number of the specific items used. The specified event control information is specified, and the holding and progress of the game event are controlled based on the specified event control information. However, in the following embodiments, each event control information is stored for each specific item, and a description will be given using a case where the event control information is specified.

[A4.2] Specific Item Next, the specific item of the present embodiment will be described.

(Specific item)
The specific item is an item used in a game provided in a data format or an analog format (article existing in a real space of a game card), and grows during a main game or a game event, or It is an item that can be powered up.

  For example, specific items include items that indicate a player's given testimony and qualifications, such as trophies, cups, and medals, and tools and stories that can be used in a given game, such as swords, stones (shards), and keys. Includes items, intangible items such as spells and passwords, ornaments such as necklaces, food and drink and crop-like items such as magical water, flowers and food, or in-game currency.

  The specific item is provided to the corresponding player when a given condition such as a main game is satisfied.

Specifically, the specific item is
(1) During execution of various games such as a battle game, RPG, shooting game, and racing game, during setting of the various games, browsing of a game being executed by another player, or When a given condition is satisfied during execution of a process related to the game, such as during login while logging in to execute the game,
(2) When purchasing from a predetermined store (including a virtual store existing on the network), or
(3) When a predetermined charge is executed in the game,
Provided.

In particular, the conditions that are satisfied during execution of the processing related to the game include:
(1A) If a game is running, clear a given stage, win from an enemy player, accomplish a task imposed during the game, obtain a predetermined experience value, in-game currency, points, etc. If you get one or more items,
(1B) While browsing the game, if a comment has been given to another player or if the supporting player has won,
(1C) While the game is being set, if the number of registered friends or the number of registered followers exceeds a certain value, or
(1D) If a predetermined condition regarding login such as continuous login for a predetermined number of days is satisfied during login,
And so on.

(Specific item parameters)
For the specific item, a parameter that defines the ability and characteristics of the item and a parameter that changes in association with the holding situation of the game are defined as specific item parameters for each type.

  The specific item parameters include a level defined for the specific item, experience value (including life and points), parameters defining attributes and characteristics, and the like.

  In addition, the specific item parameter may include not only a parameter specified for a single specific item, but also a parameter that is enhanced by a combination with another specific item.

  Specifically, the item management unit 104 determines a specific item of the player in accordance with the progress of a given game (specifically, a game different from a held game event, for example, a main game) in the player. Change specific item parameters.

  In particular, when the specific item parameter is a numerical value such as an experience value, points, and ability values acquired in the main game, the item management unit 104 changes the numerical value according to the progress.

  When the specific item parameter is selective information such as the presence or absence of the ability of the predetermined item acquired in the main game, the item management unit 104 changes the information indicating the ability before and after the acquisition of the ability. .

  For example, in the case where the specific item is a trophy that is an item indicating a proof or qualification of the player to be acquired in the main game, the ranks of “copper”, “silver”, and “gold” (parameters are: Gold> Silver> Copper) is used.

  In this case, when the enemy character is defeated in the main game, when the stage is cleared, or when a predetermined task is achieved, the item management unit 104 awards a trophy or already awards a trophy. Higher the rank of the trophy.

  Each specific item parameter defines the number of times that a game event can be used, that is, the number of possible specific items.

  The number of times of use is stored in each specific item parameter as player information for each player.

  On the other hand, the item management unit 104 may control the rank of a specific item according to the level or number of stages, the rank or number of tasks, or the like. For example, the item management unit 104 changes the rank of the trophy to copper when clearing 10 stages in the state where the trophy is given, and then changes the rank to silver when clearing 50 stages.

  Further, for example, when the ability (attack ability A) acquired in the main game is a specific item, the item management unit 104 determines whether the enemy character has been defeated in the main game, the stage has been cleared, or a predetermined item. In this case, a predetermined ability (attack ability A) is acquired, and the acquired ability information is changed (the ability of the attack ability A is added).

  On the other hand, when the specific item used is not consumed, when the game event ends, the item management unit 104 acquires the holding status information of the game event, and uses the holding status information in accordance with the obtained holding status information. Control the parameters of a specific item.

  Specifically, when the game event ends, the item management unit 104 specifies the specifications, participation conditions, and holding conditions of the executed game event, the number of players who participated in the game event, the holding time, and the event information of the sponsor player. Acquisition status information such as participation or non-participation and the game result of the sponsoring player (win / loss result and ranking of each participating player, winning player) are acquired.

  Then, when the used specific item is not consumed, the item management unit 104 activates the specific item parameter based on the holding status information, when the specific item parameter is used in the next game event, more than the corresponding game event. Change in the direction you want.

  In particular, the item management unit 104 is a case where the holding status information such as the number of participating players and the number of holding days is indicated by a numerical value, and when the numerical value increases in a direction in which the game event is activated, If the specific item parameter is changed in a direction in which the game event is activated, and the numerical value increases in a direction in which the game event is not activated, the specific item parameter is changed in a direction in which the game event is not activated. change.

  In addition, for example, when the holding status information is indicated by selective information such as whether or not the sponsoring player can participate or the winning or losing result of the sponsoring player, the item management unit 104 displays the selective information as a plus element or a minus element, respectively. The parameter of the specific item is changed in the direction in which the game event is activated in the case of the information of the plus element, and the parameter of the specific item is changed in the case of the information of the negative element, the game event is not activated. Change direction.

  For example, when the specific item is a trophy and the specific item parameter indicates the rank of the trophy, the item management unit 104 holds the game event when the number of participating players is a certain number or more (for example, 10 or more). If it has been done, a process of raising the rank by one (changing a copper trophy to a silver trophy) is executed.

  Also, for example, similarly, when the specific item is a trophy and the specific item parameter indicates the rank of the trophy, and the host player wins as a plus element that excites the game event, the item management unit Step 104 executes a process of raising the rank by one (changing a copper trophy to a silver trophy).

Note that the item management unit 104 may acquire the holding status information and change the specific item parameter at a predetermined timing instead of the end timing of the game event, or may change the specific item parameter as the holding status information at the timing. The holding status information of a past game event other than the executed game event may be obtained as holding history information, and the parameters of the specific item used may be controlled according to the obtained holding history information.

  In particular, the item management unit 104 determines the number and total time of game events held in the past by a specific item, the number of players who have participated in game events held in the past, and the number of game players held in the past held game events. Whether participation is possible and the game result of the sponsoring player (win / loss result or presence / absence of victory) may be acquired as holding history information, and the parameters of the specific item used according to the obtained holding history information may be controlled. .

  In addition, the "direction to be activated" refers to, for example, an increase in the number of participating players and teams, an increase in the number of days held, and an increase in the prize value and an increase in prizes, and the size of the game event tournament. Show.

[A4.3] Event Control Information Next, the event control information according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of the event control information stored in the game data storage unit 144 according to the present embodiment.

  The event control information has various information for controlling the execution of the game event for each type of the specific item.

  Specifically, the event control information includes a program for executing a game event, character information or item information appearing or used in the game event, a map or course on which the game event is executed, a virtual three-dimensional space. (That is, information about various objects arranged in the game space), specifications, holding conditions, and holding period of the game event, conditions for player participation in the game event, and prizes provided by the game event and related information. Includes information about prizes.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 5, the event control information stored for each specific item includes, as shown in FIG. 5, information and data common to the specific item having the same information (hereinafter, referred to as “non-variable information”). , And variable control information that differs depending on the specific item parameter set for the specific item.

  The non-variable information is information for constructing a common part with respect to a game event to be executed in the same event control information, and the variable control information is information for changing the difficulty or scale of the game event. It is.

  In particular, as shown in FIG. 5, the variable control information includes, among the event control information, the specifications of the game event, the conditions for the player to participate in the game event, the conditions for holding the game event, and the like.

  For example, the specifications of the game event include the content of the game, the presence or absence of the organizer, rules including the game format (league match, tournament system, etc.), and the type of privilege given by the game event such as a prize (prize). And the number of players, the number and number of players, the specifications and types of game stages, the decoration (background and effects) and BGM in the game images, the types of items that can be used in the game, and the characters that can be selected as player characters. Including type (including ability) and recruitment period.

The game event holding conditions include, for example, that the number of players participating during the recruitment period has reached a predetermined number, and that a player who wants to participate by a set start timing has obtained predetermined points. This includes, for example, satisfying a predetermined qualification, or logging in a predetermined number of players at the timing of starting a game event.

  Furthermore, the player's participation conditions in the game event include, for example, that the player's level, acquired experience value, life energy, points, in-game currency is not less than a certain value, that the game time is not less than a predetermined time, Alternatively, the number of days of continuous login during a predetermined period is included.

  The variable control information included in the same event control information is defined for each predetermined range of the specific item parameter. As the value of the specific item parameter increases, the game event is gradually changed. It has information to change.

  FIG. 5 shows an example in which in the specific item “trophy” and “sage stone”, the variable information is defined as variable control information such as the number of participating players, the recruitment period, and the winning prize. .

  In the present embodiment, each event control information is stored for each specific item, but may be stored for each combination of a plurality of specific items or for each number of the specific items.

[A4.4] Game Event Control Processing Next, event control information of the present embodiment will be described.

(Overview of game event control processing)
When the game event execution control unit 105 detects a game event holding instruction by the player,
(1) Set the player as the host player,
(2) Identify the specific item whose use has been instructed together with the holding instruction of the player,
(3) Specifying event control information based on the specified item,
(4) controlling the execution of the game event by the sponsoring player according to the specified event control information;
Execute game event control processing.

In particular, the game event execution control unit 105 performs (4)
(4A) Various control processes (hereinafter referred to as “event holding control processes”) until a game event is held, such as notification control of participation solicitation, management of a solicitation period, and determination of whether or not a participating player can participate, and ,
(4B) Various control processes for advancing the game event after the start of the game event (hereinafter, referred to as “event execution control process”),
Execute

(Setting of the host player and identification of specific items)
When detecting an instruction to hold a game event based on the use of a specific item transmitted from the terminal device 20 via the communication control unit 101, the game event execution control unit 105 identifies the player ID of the player who transmitted the holding instruction. Then, it is determined whether the setting for holding the game event is possible.

  That is, the game event execution control unit 105 acquires the player ID included in the game event holding instruction, and determines whether or not a specific item necessary to hold the game event is held based on the player ID. .

  If the game event execution control unit 105 determines that the player holds the specific item, the game event execution control unit 105 registers the player who has given the instruction to hold the game event, that is, the player with the specified player ID as the host player, and The player information of the player stored in the storage unit 146 is updated.

  If the game event execution control unit 105 determines that the game item is not held, the game event execution control unit 105 notifies the player via the corresponding terminal device 20 that the game event cannot be held.

(Specification of event control information and determination of game event contents)
After setting the sponsoring player, the game event execution control unit 105 specifies the type of the specific item whose possession has been confirmed and the specific item parameter, and performs variable control based on the specified type of the specific item and the specific item parameter. Identify event control information, including information.

  Then, the game event execution control unit 105 determines various contents related to the game event based on the event control information including the specified variable control information.

For example, the game event execution control unit 105 includes, as various contents related to the game event,
(1) a program for executing a game event,
(2) character information or item information that appears or is used in a game event,
(3) Maps and courses where game events are executed,
(4) information on various objects arranged in the game space,
(5) Game event specifications such as event name and stage to be implemented,
(6) participation conditions such as qualifications of players' participation in game events,
(7) Recruitment participants (minimum number of participants and maximum number of participants), holding period (including date and time), and other holding conditions,
(8) Prizes provided by the game event and information on the prizes,
Decide etc.

  In particular, the specifications of the game event including information on character information and item information, etc., and the conditions for holding and participating in the game event by the player are defined step by step for each predetermined range of the specific item parameter. The game event execution control unit 105 determines contents such as character information and item information based on the value of the specified item parameter of the specified specified item.

  The game event specifications include the game content, the name of the game event, the presence or absence of the organizer, rules including the game format (competition styles such as league games and tournament styles and win / loss conditions), prizes (prizes), etc. The type and number of benefits granted by the game event, the number of players participating, the specification and type of the game stage, the decoration (background and effects) and BGM in the game image, the types of items that can be used in the game, the player characters And the recruitment period, including the types (including abilities) of characters appearing such as characters that can be selected.

  The game event holding conditions include, for example, that the number of players participating in the recruiting period (hereinafter, referred to as “participating players”) has reached a predetermined number (maximum possible number of participants), and the set start time. All of the players who wish to participate by the timing (hereinafter referred to as “players wishing to participate”) satisfy predetermined qualifications, such as obtaining predetermined points, or are determined in advance at the timing of starting a game event. This includes that the number of players logged in.

  Furthermore, the conditions for the player to participate in the game event include, for example, that the level of the participating player, the acquired experience value, the life energy, the points, and the in-game currency are not less than a certain value, and the game time is not less than a predetermined time. Or the number of days of continuous login during a predetermined period.

  Note that, when the sponsoring player participates, the game event execution control unit 105 may, for example, allow the participating player to participate under more favorable conditions than other participating players (there are fewer consumption points to participate), or an advantageous effect is obtained. Game event specifications, etc., so that the effect (high prize level) or the effect (prize item to be provided) that can be obtained when the host player wins the game event (prize item to be provided) is greater than other participating players. May be set.

(Event holding control processing)
Upon specifying the content of the game event, the game event execution control unit 105 performs, as the event holding control process, a notification control process of notifying the game event to another player, a participation reception process of receiving a player who wants to participate, and A holding determination process is performed to determine whether or not to hold a game event based on the participation status of the participating players.

  Specifically, the game event execution control unit 105 sets the execution of the game event at the date and time of the specified game event as the notification control processing, and determines the game specifications, participation conditions, number of participants in the recruitment, prizes, and the like. A process of notifying the player other than the sponsoring player via the terminal device 20 together with the contents of the game event and the information necessary for recruitment is executed.

  For example, as the notification control process, the game event execution control unit 105 displays the game screen of the terminal device 20 at a predetermined timing during a main game or when logging in to a game service to execute the main game. When information indicating an outline of the game event is partially displayed and the display is instructed, display control for displaying information indicating details of the game event is executed.

  In the notification control process, when the desired number of participating players has reached the maximum possible number of participants, the game event execution control unit 105 notifies each terminal device 20 that the recruitment has been completed.

  On the other hand, the game event execution control unit 105 accepts the participation of the player desiring to participate in the participation reception process until the end timing of the recruitment period or until the maximum number of possible participants set by the event control information is registered.

  The game event execution control unit 105 determines whether or not the participation-desired player has the participation qualification every time the participation-desired player is received, and determines whether the participation-desired player has the participation qualification. If so, the player wishing to participate is registered as a participating player.

  At this time, the game event execution control unit 105 determines whether the maximum number of participants has been reached by the registered participating players, and terminates the notification if the maximum number of participants has been reached by the registered participating players. Is performed.

  Note that the game event execution control unit 105 executes the participation reception process even when the sponsoring player desires to participate as a player desiring to participate.

  On the other hand, the game event execution control unit 105 executes a holding determination process of determining whether or not to hold a game event based on the participation status of the participating players.

  In particular, the game event execution control unit 105 works in conjunction with the timer management unit 107 to determine whether or not the number of participating players is equal to or greater than the minimum number of participants at the end timing of the recruitment period. When the number of participants is less than the number of participants, the game event is stopped. When the number of participants is equal to or more than the minimum number of participants, control for starting the game event is executed.

(Event execution control processing)
When the game event is started, the game event execution control unit 105 performs various operations for advancing the game event in accordance with the content determined based on the event control information and based on an instruction of each participating player. Execute control processing.

  When the game event ends, the game event execution control unit 105 specifies, as an event end process, a player who has won the game event (hereinafter, referred to as a “winning player”) or a ranking of participating players among participating players. At the same time, the prize is provided to the specified winning player, or the prize is provided to the corresponding participating player according to the ranking.

  In particular, the game event execution control unit 105 registers the prize information in the player information of the winning player or the corresponding participating player in providing the prize.

  Then, the game event execution control unit 105 stores in the game data storage unit 144 as holding status information indicating the holding status including the content of the event game.

[A4.5] Modification A modification of the present embodiment, such as the use of a plurality of specific items of the present embodiment, will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating another example of the event control information stored in the game data storage unit 144 according to the present embodiment.

(Use of multiple specific items)
In the present embodiment, not only a single specific item but also a plurality of specific items may be used to perform game event holding control and execution control.

  In this case, the main game control unit 103 gives an item different from the specific item as a special item at a given timing.

  Further, each event control information stored for each specific item includes variable control information that differs depending on the special item.

When the special item is used together with the specific item by the host player, the game event execution control unit 105
(1) Specifying event control information stored in association with the specific item according to the specific item used,
(2) determining variable control information in the specified event control information according to the used special item;
(3) The holding and progress of the game event are controlled based on the specified event control information and the determined variable control information.

For example, as shown in FIG. 6, information specifying the specification of a game event is assigned to variable control information that differs depending on a special item. Then, variable control information for changing the type and number of objects such as characters appearing in the game event (watching objects watching the game event) and prizes is determined.

  FIG. 6 shows the type and number of objects appearing as a spectator in a game event as variable control information for the specific item “trophy” and the special items “magic 1”, “magic 2”, and “magic 3”, respectively. , And an example in which each information of the winning prize is defined.

  In addition, in addition to the above, the variable control information is given by the game content such as the content of the game, the presence or absence of the organizer, the rules including the game format (league match, tournament system, etc.), and the game event such as a prize (prize). And the number of players, the number of players participating, the decoration (background and effects) and BGM in the game image, the types of items available in the game, and the recruitment period.

(Number of times a specific item has been used)
In the present embodiment, the number of times a specific item is used in holding a game event may be set, and the specific item may be used until the set number of uses is reached.

  In this case, the item management unit 104 manages the preset number of times of use limit for the game event for each player and for each specific item.

  That is, each time the game event is held, the item management unit 104 counts the number of times the specific item used for holding the game event is used. Prohibit the use of specific items for game events.

  In addition, the item management unit 104 may delete the specific item prohibited from being used for the game event from the corresponding player information, or, for example, an item having another function such as a material item used for composition with another item. May be used.

  That is, the item management unit 104 may cause the corresponding player to hold the specific item that has reached the usage limit number as an item having a function other than the function as an item for holding a game event.

  For example, functions other than the function as an item for holding a game event include an enhanced function for enhancing parameters of other specific items including the synthesis of items (for example, a function as a material item when performing item synthesis). ), A function for advantageously progressing a given game (attack function, control function, agility, etc.), and a function provided to a player character in a given game.

  Note that the item management unit 104 restores the reduced number of times of use, for example, when a recovery item is obtained and used in the main game, or when the user logs in to a game service that provides the main game for a predetermined number of consecutive days. May be.

(Transfer of items)
The item management unit 104 registers and manages the given specific item in the player information for each player. In particular, when the assigned specific item is transferred to another player, the item management unit 104 deletes the registration of the specific item from the player information of the transferred player, and registers the registration of the specific item to another player. A process for registering in the player information is executed.

(Identification of event control information based on the number of participating players or holding conditions)
In the event control information of the present embodiment, instead of being stored in the game data storage unit 144 for each type of specific item, the event control information is set for each type of specific item and for each number of participating players or the game event. It may be stored for each condition achievement period from when the condition for holding the game event to the time when the holding condition for holding the game event (such as the minimum number of participating players for holding the game event) is satisfied.

  In this case, the game event execution control unit 105 sets the sponsoring player and, when starting the holding of the game event, the participating player participating in the game event together with the type of the specific item whose possession is confirmed. A number or a condition achievement period until the holding condition is satisfied is specified, and event control information including variable control information is specified based on the specified item and the number of participating plays or the condition achievement period.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, each event control information is set for each combination of a plurality of the specific items, each number of the specific items, and the number of participating players or the game after the game event is set. It may be stored for each condition achievement period until the holding condition for holding the event (such as the minimum number of participating players for holding the game event) is satisfied, and the specified specific item and the participating player Event control information including variable control information may be specified based on the number or the condition achievement period.

  Note that the game event execution control unit 105 may change the content specified in the event control information specified based on the specific item according to the number of participating players or the condition achievement period. For example, the game event execution control unit 105 may change the event control information through arithmetic processing or the like so that the game holding period is extended as the number of participating players increases (the game control period is extended by one day for each additional player). Good.

[A5] Operation in the present embodiment Next, an operation of a game event control process based on a player's instruction executed by the server device 10 of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 7 and 8. 7 and 8 are flowcharts showing the operation of the game event control process based on the player's instruction, which is executed by the server device 10 of the present embodiment.

  In the present operation, it is assumed that event control information including variable control information is stored in the game data storage unit 144 in association with a specific item to be used, and processing relating to execution of the main game has already been executed by the player. Shall be

  Further, in this operation, it is assumed that even if a specific item is used, it is not consumed.

  First, when the game event execution control unit 105 detects an instruction to hold a game event by the player along with the use of the specific item (step S101), the game event execution control unit 105 specifies the player ID of the player who transmitted the holding instruction (step S102). Based on whether or not the identified specific item is stored in association with the identified player ID, it is determined whether or not the setting for holding the game event is possible (step S103).

At this time, when the game event execution control unit 105 determines that the game event cannot be held, the game event execution control unit 105 ends the operation as it is, and when it determines that the game event can be held, the player is set as the host player. It is set (step S104).

  Next, the game event execution control unit 105 specifies a specific item while specifying a specific item parameter of the specific item (step S105).

  Next, the game event execution control unit 105 specifies the event control information based on the type of the specific item, specifies the corresponding variable control information based on the specific item parameter, and reads out the corresponding event control information. (Step S106).

  Next, the game event execution control unit 105 determines the content of the game event based on the read event control information (Step S107).

  Next, the game event execution control unit 105 operates in conjunction with the timer management unit 107 to notify each player of the game event based on the determined content of the game event (step S108). An event holding control process including a participation receiving process for receiving a player (step S109) and a holding determination process for determining whether or not to hold a game event (step S110) is executed.

  At this time, if the game event execution control unit 105 determines that the holding of the game event is not possible by the holding determination processing, the game event execution control unit 105 notifies the host player and the participating players via the terminal device 20 of that fact, and A predetermined process for canceling the event, such as recovery, confiscation, or registration of the event history, is executed (step S111), and the operation ends.

  On the other hand, when the game event execution control unit 105 determines that the game event can be held by the holding determination process, the game event execution control unit 105 follows the content determined based on the event control information and responds to the instruction of each participating player. Based on this, an event execution control process for advancing the game event is started (step S112).

  Next, upon detecting that the game event has ended (step S113), the game event execution control unit 105 executes a providing process for providing a prize to the winning player or the like (step S114).

  Next, the game event execution control unit 105 registers the holding status information indicating the holding status of the game event in the game data storage unit 144 as the holding history (step S115).

  Next, the item management unit 104 acquires the holding status information on the game event from the game data storage unit 144, and controls the specific item parameters of the specific item used according to the obtained holding status information (step S116). This operation is terminated.

[A6] Others In the present embodiment, each game may be provided to the terminal device 20 by one server device 10, or a server system may be constructed by linking a plurality of server devices 10 to each terminal device. It may be provided to the device.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the game provided by the server device 10 is executed by the terminal device 20. However, except for the operation input, the functions of the processing unit 200 of the terminal device 20 and the execution of the game program are executed. The game may be executed by the server device 10 and the terminal device 20 may realize the above-described game by executing an operation input and image display by streaming.

  Further, in the present embodiment, it may be realized by a single game device having the function of the server device 10, that is, a device (stand-alone) that operates independently without depending on other devices such as the server device. In this case, a plurality of input terminal devices may be used.

  A plurality of such game terminal devices may be connected by wire or wirelessly, and one game device may function as the server device 10 and be implemented by a plurality of game devices.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the game system of the present invention is applied to the server device 10 which is executed in conjunction with the terminal device 20 through a network, but is installed in a tablet-type information terminal device, a personal computer, or an amusement park. It can also be applied as a game device to be used.

[B] Second Embodiment [B1] Features of this Embodiment First, an outline and a schematic configuration of the game device 2 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 9 is a diagram showing an example of a system configuration showing the configuration of the game device 2 of the present embodiment.

  The present embodiment is characterized in that in a game device installed in a facility such as a store and executing a main game, a game event is executed by a plurality of players based on the use of items such as game cards of the player, The other points have the same configuration as the first embodiment.

  In the present embodiment, the same members as those in the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and description thereof will be omitted.

[B2] Game Apparatus Next, a schematic configuration of the game apparatus 2 according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating functional blocks of the game device 2 according to the present embodiment.

(Outline of the game device)
As shown in FIG. 3, the game device 2 according to the present embodiment, when instructing charging with virtual currency using an IC card, or when a game medium such as a medal or coin is inserted, operates the player or A game device that executes a predetermined game process such as a fighting game, a shooting game, or a card game based on a game card used by a player to advance a main game.

  In particular, the game device 2 according to the present embodiment is based on a player's touch operation input or a game card, and is used to operate another operation unit of the game device 2 or another player operating the other game device 2. , Or a configuration for executing a main game against a computer.

  Further, similarly to the first embodiment, the game device 2 performs various controls related to a game event held as one mode of the main game during execution of a main game such as a battle game or a race game played by a player. Is executed.

In particular, the game device 2 of the present embodiment assigns a specific item which is an item necessary for holding a game event during execution of a game-related process such as a progress state of a main game, and assumes that the specific item is used. As a condition, the game device has a configuration in which a game event holding control and an execution control are performed with the player who has used the specific item as the host player.

Specifically, as in the first embodiment, the game device 2
(1) When the use of a specific item given to a player is instructed by the player, the player is set as a host player,
(2) Identifying event control information stored in association with the specific item used when the sponsoring player is set, and executing the game event by the sponsoring player according to the specified event control information. Control,
It has a configuration.

  When the game event is set and the participating players gather and execute the game event at the same time, the game device 2 prohibits the execution of the main game during the holding period of the game event, In addition, the configuration is such that only entry and operation of the participating players are accepted.

  In this case, the game apparatus 2 has, for example, a configuration including a plurality of input operation units and display panels respectively corresponding to the input operation units.

  On the other hand, when a game event is set and the participating players individually execute the game event during the holding period, the game device 2 prohibits the execution of the main game during the holding period of the game event. In addition, only the entry and operation of the participating players are accepted.

  On the other hand, the game device 2 has a configuration using a game card as an item. That is, when the game device 2 achieves a task or the like in the main game, it can pay out a game card as an item and instruct an event game to be held using the paid out specific game card as a specific item. Configuration.

  When the game event ends, the game device 2 may pay out a game card usable as a specific item as a prize.

  Then, for example, a code (a two-dimensional barcode or a code composed of a plurality of alphanumeric characters) is recorded on the game card, and the game device 2 sets the code (hereinafter, referred to as a “game card code”). Is read by a barcode reader or the like, or the game card code is acquired by an operation input of the player, and can be used as an item in a game of the corresponding player.

(Game device configuration)
The game device 2 includes an input unit 120 for use by an administrator and other inputs, a display unit 130 for performing a predetermined display, an information storage medium 180 in which predetermined information is stored, other game devices (not shown), A communication unit 196 that communicates with a management server device (not shown); a processing unit 100 that mainly executes a process related to a game to be provided; a storage unit 140 that mainly stores various data used for the game; Unit 150, a charging mechanism unit 160, and a game card storage unit 170.

  Each operation input unit 150 is for a player to input operation data, and its function is configured by a touch panel, a touch panel type display, buttons and levers, a keyboard, a steering wheel, a microphone, an acceleration sensor, and the like. .

The charging mechanism unit 160 is linked with the processing unit 100 and is configured by a card reader, a coin detection mechanism, and the like. If charging based on virtual currency is possible using an IC card or the like, the charging mechanism unit 160 It has a function of reading recorded information, writing predetermined information after charging, and a function of detecting the type of the inserted game medium, such as a coin having a slot for a game medium.

  The game card storage section 170 has a storage mechanism for storing game cards, and has a configuration in which the stored game car is discharged in conjunction with the processing section 100. The game card storage section 170 has a printing function and an information recording function, and has a configuration for printing or recording a game card code, other information or decoration.

  The processing unit 100 of the present embodiment includes a communication control unit 101, a Web processing unit 102, a main game control unit 103, an item management unit 104, a game event execution control unit 105, a timer management unit 107, a charging control unit 108, and a game card control. At least a portion 109 is provided.

  Note that, for example, the main game control unit 103 of the present embodiment constitutes an application unit and a game control unit of the present invention, and the item management unit 104 constitutes a parameter management unit and a use limit number management unit of the present invention. Further, for example, the game event execution control unit 105 of the present embodiment constitutes a setting unit and an event control unit of the present invention.

  The charging control unit 108 starts the game when charging based on virtual currency is possible using an IC card or the like, or when a game medium such as a coin is inserted into an insertion slot (not shown). A determination process for determining whether a condition is satisfied and a charging process are executed.

  The game card control unit 109 executes control for paying out a predetermined game card to a corresponding player according to the status of a main game or a game event.

[C] Others The present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications can be made. For example, a term cited as a broad or synonymous term in the description in the specification or the drawings can be replaced with a broad or synonymous term in other descriptions in the specification or the drawings.

  In the present embodiment, the description is made using a battle game, but the present invention can be used in other games such as an RPG or a simulation game.

  The present invention includes substantially the same configuration as the configuration described in the embodiment (for example, a configuration having the same function, method, and result, or a configuration having the same object and effect). Further, the invention includes a configuration in which a non-essential part of the configuration described in the embodiment is replaced. Further, the invention includes a configuration having the same operation and effect as the configuration described in the embodiment or a configuration capable of achieving the same object. The invention also includes a configuration in which a known technique is added to the configuration described in the embodiment.

  As described above, the embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail. However, it will be easily understood by those skilled in the art that many modifications are possible without substantially departing from the novel matter and effects of the present invention. . Therefore, such modifications are all included in the scope of the present invention.

10 Server device 20 Terminal device 200 Processing unit 101 Communication control unit 102 Web processing unit 103 Main game control unit 104 Item management unit 105 Game event control unit 107 Timer management unit 120 Input unit 130 Display section 140 Storage section 142 Main storage section 144 Game data storage section 146 Player information storage section 180 Information storage medium 196 Communication section 200 Processing section 210 Object space setting section 212 Display control section 213 Input Reception processing unit 214 Game control unit 215 Game calculation unit 216 Virtual camera control unit 217 Game management unit 220 Drawing unit 230 Sound processing unit 260 Input unit 262 Detection unit 270 Storage unit 271 Main storage unit 272: Image buffer 273: Player information storage 274 ... game data storage unit 280 ... information storage medium 290 ... display unit 291 ... sound output section 296 ... communication unit

Claims (10)

A program for executing a game including at least a game event in which a player participates,
Granting means for granting an item necessary for holding the game event as a specific item to the player when a given condition is satisfied;
For each type of the specific item, for each combination of the plurality of specific items, or for each number of the specific items, event control information for controlling a game event executed by a plurality of players participating is stored. Storage control means for controlling the storage means,
Setting means for setting the player as a host player when the holding of the game event is instructed based on the use of the specific item given to the player; and
Identifying event control information stored in association with a specific item used when the sponsoring player is set, and executing the game event hosted by the sponsoring player according to the identified event control information. Event control means for controlling the
A program that causes a computer to function as a computer. The program according to claim 1,
The computer further functions as parameter management means for managing parameters set for the specific item,
Each of the event control information stored for each specific item includes variable control information that differs depending on parameters set for the specific item,
The event control means,
According to the used specific item, specify the event control information stored in association with the specific item,
According to the parameters set in the used specific item, determine the variable control information in the specified event control information,
A program that controls holding and progress of the game event based on the specified event control information and the determined variable control information. The program according to claim 2,
Causing the computer to further function as game control means for controlling execution of the game,
The parameter management means,
A program that changes parameters of the specific item in accordance with the progress of the given game in the player. The program according to claim 2,
The parameter management means,
When the game event is held, information on the holding status of the game event is obtained as holding status information,
A program for changing parameters of the used specific item according to the acquired holding status information. In the program according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
For each player, cause the computer to function as item management means for registering and managing the assigned specific item in the storage means,
The item management means,
When the assigned specific item is transferred to another player, a process of deleting the registration of the specific item from the transferred player and registering the registration of the specific item in association with another player is performed. program. The program according to any one of claims 1 to 5,
Each of the event control information stored for each specific item includes, respectively, variable control information that is different from the specific item and that differs depending on a special item used with the specific item,
The event control means,
When the special item is used together with the specific item by the host player,
According to the used specific item, specify the event control information stored in association with the specific item,
According to the used special item, determine the variable control information in the specified event control information,
A program that controls holding and progress of the game event based on the specified event control information and the determined variable control information. In the program according to any one of claims 1 to 6,
For each of the specific items, causing the computer to function as a use count managing unit that manages a preset use limit count for the game event,
The use number management means,
Each time the game event is used, count the number of times the specific item is used,
A program for prohibiting the use of a specific item for holding a game event when the counted number of uses reaches the use limit number. The program according to any one of claims 1 to 7,
The event control means,
The number of players participating in the game event, or the condition defined by the event control information according to a condition achievement period from when the game event is set to when the holding condition for holding the game event is satisfied. A program that changes the content of a game event. A server system that executes a game including at least a game event in which a player participates in cooperation with a terminal device,
Granting means for granting, to the player, an item necessary for holding the game event as a specific item when a given condition is satisfied;
For each type of the specific item, for each combination of the plurality of specific items, or for each number of the specific items, event control information for controlling a game event executed by a plurality of players participating is stored. Storage control means for controlling the storage means;
Setting means for setting the player as a host player when receiving an instruction to hold the game event based on the use of the specific item given to the player;
Identifying event control information stored in association with a specific item used when the sponsoring player is set, and executing the game event hosted by the sponsoring player according to the identified event control information. Event control means for controlling
A server system comprising: Game control means for executing a game including at least a game event in which a plurality of players participate;
Granting means for granting, to the player, an item necessary for holding the game event as a specific item when a given condition is satisfied;
For each type of the specific item, for each combination of a plurality of the specific items, or for each number of the specific items, event control information for controlling a game event executed by a plurality of players participating is stored. Storage control means for controlling the storage means;
Receiving means for receiving instructions of each player;
Setting means for setting the player as a host player when receiving an instruction to hold the game event based on the use of the specific item given to the player;
Identify the event control information stored in association with the specific item used when the sponsoring player was set, and, according to the specified event control information, sponsored by the sponsoring player, and An event control means for controlling execution of the game event in which a player participates;
A game system comprising:

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