JP2022122810A - Program, information processing method, information processing device and system - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To enhance motivation of a user to actually go to a prescribed site, while providing the user with a content corresponding to the prescribed site in an actual world even when the user is not located at the prescribed site.

SOLUTION: A program causes a processor to execute the steps of: receiving first information relating to a prescribed site in an actual world from a second computer; generating a virtual object corresponding to the prescribed side based on the first information; superimposedly displaying the virtual object on an actual image in the periphery of a first computer captured by an imaging part and providing a virtual content corresponding to the prescribed site; acquiring location information of the first computer; and when a location represented by the location information is the prescribed site, assigning a privilege to a user of the first computer.

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COPYRIGHT: (C)2022,JPO&INPIT

Description

The present disclosure relates to programs, information processing methods, information processing apparatuses, and systems.

Non-Patent Documents 1 and 2 disclose techniques for holding AR (Augmented Reality) content in association with specific positions in the real world. Specifically, it is disclosed that AR markers are linked with a GPS (Global Positioning System) function so that AR content can be viewed only at a specified position in the real world.

Non-Patent Document 3 discloses performing navigation while changing the direction of an arrow displayed as AR content according to the user's position and destination in the real world. Broadly interpreting the technology disclosed in Non-Patent Document 3, it can also be understood as changing the display content of the AR content according to the user's position in the real world.

“AR production software “COCOAR” adds GPS function O2O measures are effective with area-limited content”, [online], [searched January 21, 2021], Internet <https://prtimes.jp/ main/html/rd/p/000000017.000016877.html> “COCOAR Pro expands functions”, [online], [searched on January 21, 2021], Internet <https://www.coco-ar.jp/service/cocoarpro/custom> “2018 AR News Summary”, [online], [searched on January 21, 2018], Internet <https://www.startialab.co.jp/marketing/column/2018_summary1.html>

By the way, in the real world, various events such as boat races at boat racecourses and horse races at racetracks are held according to locations. If AR technology is used to make it possible to watch these events anywhere, the user's convenience will improve, but there is a risk that the motivation to go to the place where the event is being held will decrease. In order to liven up the event, it is also important to improve the motivation to go to the place where the event is being held. In this way, it is possible to provide the user with content corresponding to a predetermined place in the real world even if the user is not at the predetermined place, and at the same time, it is possible to increase motivation to actually go to the predetermined place. It has been demanded.

However, the techniques disclosed in Non-Patent Literatures 1 and 2 do not meet the above requirements because the provision of AR content itself cannot be received without actually going to the location. Also, the technique disclosed in Non-Patent Document 3 merely provides route guidance from the current value to the destination, and naturally does not satisfy the above requirements.

One aspect of the present disclosure is to provide a user with content corresponding to a predetermined point in the real world even if the user is not at the predetermined point, while motivating the user to actually go to the predetermined point. Aim to raise.

According to one embodiment shown in the present disclosure,
A program executed in a first computer comprising a processor and an imaging unit,
The program causes the processor to:
receiving from a second computer first information relating to a given point in the real world;
generating a virtual object corresponding to the predetermined point based on the first information;
a step of superimposing and displaying the virtual object on a real image of the surroundings of the first computer captured by the imaging unit, and providing virtual content corresponding to the predetermined point;
obtaining location information of the first computer;
giving a privilege to the user of the first computer when the position indicated by the position information is the predetermined point;
A program is provided.

According to an embodiment shown in the present disclosure, content corresponding to a predetermined point in the real world can be provided to the user even if the user is not at the predetermined point, while the user can actually reach the predetermined point. You can increase your motivation to go to

1 is a diagram showing a configuration example of a system according to an embodiment; FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of functional configuration of a user terminal according to an embodiment; FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an example of a functional configuration of a server according to one embodiment; FIG. 4 is a flowchart illustrating an example of operational processing according to an embodiment; 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of a real-world race track according to an embodiment; FIG. FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a virtual object displayed on a user terminal according to an embodiment; FIG. 4 is a flow chart showing an example of virtual content provision processing according to an embodiment; FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a real image captured by an imaging unit according to an embodiment; FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a screen displaying a virtual object superimposed on a real image according to an embodiment; FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a screen displaying a virtual object superimposed on a real image according to an embodiment; It is a schematic diagram which shows the outline|summary of privilege provision according to an embodiment. It is a flow chart which shows an example of privilege grant processing according to an embodiment. FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a display screen according to an embodiment; FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a display screen according to an embodiment; Figure 4 is a flow chart illustrating an example of a process that may use points according to an embodiment;

Hereinafter, embodiments of this technical idea will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. In the following description, the same elements are denoted by the same reference numerals, and overlapping descriptions are omitted as appropriate. In one or more of the embodiments presented in this disclosure, elements of each embodiment may be combined with each other and the combined result shall also form part of the embodiments presented in this disclosure.

(System configuration)
FIG. 1 is a diagram showing the configuration of system 1 according to the present embodiment. The system 1 can display, for example, a predetermined race held in the real world as a virtual race using virtual objects on the information processing device used by the user. In this specification, the "predetermined race" is not particularly limited as long as it is a race that is held in the real world. Examples include car races such as F1, drone races, dog races, marathons, and relay road races.

In the following description, the case where the virtual content provided by the system 1 is the virtual race is mainly described, but the type of virtual content is not limited to the virtual race. Virtual content is not particularly limited as long as it corresponds to a predetermined point in the real world. 4-chome 2-8)”), virtual objects related to events being held at a given location (e.g., a movie showing at a location “movie theater”) Virtual content including "character objects" related to characters), virtual objects that imitate things that can be recalled from the place name or place (e.g. "Tengu object" recalled from the place "Mt. Takao") etc.

As shown in FIG. 1, the system 1 includes a user terminal 10A, a user terminal 10B, and a user terminal 10C (hereinafter referred to as user terminals 10A, 10B, 10C, etc.), which are information processing apparatuses (first computers) used by users. a plurality of user terminals 10 , a first server device (second computer) 20 , a second server device 40 , and a network 30 .

The user terminals 10A and 10B are connected to the network 30 by communicating with the radio base station 31 . The user terminal 10C connects to the network 30 by communicating with a wireless router 32 installed in a facility such as a house. The user terminal 10 is, for example, a mobile terminal with a touch screen, and may be a smart phone, a phablet, a tablet, or the like.

The user terminal 10 executes, for example, a program installed via a platform that distributes applications or the like, or a program including pre-installed website browsing software. The user terminal 10 communicates with the first server device 20 by executing the above program, and transmits/receives data related to a predetermined race, data related to the user, etc. to/from the first server device 20, thereby allowing the user It is possible to display a virtual race on the terminal 10. - 特許庁

The first server device 20 receives data related to a given race from the second server device 40 . The first server device 20 appropriately transmits data related to a predetermined race to the user terminal 10 . The first server device 20 stores and manages data related to a predetermined race and data related to each user.

The first server device 20 includes a communication IF (Interface) 22, an input/output IF 23, a memory 25, a storage 26, and a processor (second processor) 29 as a hardware configuration. connected to each other through

The communication IF 22 is compatible with various communication standards such as the LAN (Local Area Network) standard, and functions as an interface for transmitting and receiving data to and from the user terminal 10, the second server device 40, and the like.

The input/output IF 23 functions as an interface for receiving input of information to the first server device 20 and outputting information to the outside of the first server device 20 . The input/output IF 23 can include an input receiving section that receives connection of information input devices such as a mouse and keyboard, and an output section that receives connection of information output devices such as a display for displaying images and the like.

The memory 25 is a storage device for storing data used for processing. The memory 25 provides the processor 29 with a work area for temporary use when the processor 29 performs processing, for example. The memory 25 includes ROM (Read Only Memory), RAM (Random
Access Memory) and other storage devices.

The storage 26 is a storage device for storing various programs and data for the processor 29 to read and execute. The information stored by the storage 26 includes data related to predetermined races, data related to each user, and the like. The storage 26 can be configured including a storage device such as an HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and flash memory. Note that the storage is not limited to being included in the server device, and a cloud service can also be used.

The processor 29 controls the operation of the first server device 20 by reading and executing programs and the like stored in the storage 26 . The processor 29 is, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), an MPU (Micro Processing Unit), a GPU (Graphics
Processing Unit) and the like.

The second server device 40 stores and manages data related to predetermined races. The second server device 40 is, for example, a server device managed by an organizer of a predetermined race, or a server device managed by an organization (publisher of a race magazine, etc.) that transmits information about a predetermined race to the outside. The second server device 40 appropriately transmits data related to a predetermined race to the first server device 20 . In one aspect, the second server device 40 may transmit data related to a given race to the user terminal 10 . The hardware configuration of the second server device 40 may be the same as that of the first server device 20 as long as there is no contradiction.

(user terminal)
FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the functional configuration of the user terminal 10. As shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 2, the user terminal 10 includes an antenna 110, a wireless communication IF 120, a touch screen 130, an input/output IF 140, a storage unit 150, an audio processing unit 160, a microphone 161, a speaker 162, It includes an imaging unit 170 , a sensor unit 180 , and a control unit (first processor) 190 .

The antenna 110 radiates the signal emitted by the user terminal 10 into space as radio waves. Antenna 110 also receives radio waves from space and provides a received signal to wireless communication IF 120 .

The wireless communication IF 120 performs modulation/demodulation processing and the like for transmitting and receiving signals via the antenna 110 and the like in order for the user terminal 10 to communicate with other communication devices. The wireless communication IF 120 is a communication module for wireless communication including a tuner, a high-frequency circuit, and the like.

Touch screen 130 accepts input from a user and outputs information to display 132 for the user. Touch screen 130 includes a touch panel 131 and a display 132 for accepting user operation input. The touch panel 131 detects that a user's finger or the like approaches by using, for example, a capacitive touch panel. The display 132 is implemented by, for example, an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), an organic EL (electroluminescence), or other display device.

The input/output IF 140 receives input of information to the user terminal 10 and functions as an interface for outputting information to the outside of the user terminal 10 .

The storage unit 150 is configured by a flash memory, an HDD, or the like, and stores programs used by the user terminal 10 and various data received by the user terminal 10 from the first server device 20 or the like.

The audio processing unit 160 modulates and demodulates an audio signal. Audio processing section 160 modulates the signal supplied from microphone 161 and supplies the modulated signal to control section 190 . Also, the audio processing unit 160 provides an audio signal to the speaker 162 . The audio processing unit 160 is implemented by, for example, a processor for audio processing. Microphone 161 functions as an audio input unit for receiving input of an audio signal and outputting it to control unit 190 . The speaker 162 functions as an audio output unit for outputting audio signals to the outside of the user terminal 10 .

The imaging unit 170 is a camera that captures a real image of the surroundings of the user terminal 10 . An image captured by the imaging unit 170 is subjected to image processing by the control unit 190 and output to the display 132 .

The sensor unit 180 has a GPS sensor. The sensor section 180 may include other sensors such as an acceleration sensor and a gyro sensor.

The control unit 190 controls the operation of the user terminal 10 by reading and executing programs stored in the storage unit 150 . The control unit 190 is implemented by, for example, an application processor.

A process of executing the application program 151 by the control unit 190 will be described in more detail. Storage unit 150 stores application program 151 , application information 152 , and user information 153 .

For example, the user terminal 10 downloads the application program 151 from the first server device 20 and stores it in the storage unit 150 . Also, the user terminal 10 communicates with the first server device 20 to transmit and receive various data such as application information 152 and user information 153 to and from the first server device 20 .

The application program 151 is a program for displaying virtual races on the user terminal 10 . The application information 152 includes various data referred to by the application program 151 . Application information 152 includes first information 152A.

The first information 152A is information related to a predetermined point in the real world. The first information 152A includes information for generating virtual objects corresponding to predetermined points. In one aspect, first information 152A is information about a predetermined race transmitted from first server device 20 or second server device 40 . The first information 152A includes, for example, race time information indicating the race time of a participant in a predetermined race or a mobile body (hereinafter also referred to as "participant etc."), position information of a participant etc. during the execution of a predetermined race, and time information corresponding to the location information.

As used herein, the term “contestant” is a concept that includes not only humans but also animals such as horses and dogs. A "moving object" is an object that moves in a given race, such as an animal or a machine that a contestant rides, or a machine that is remotely controlled by a contestant. In a marathon, a dog race, etc., the "participant" and the "moving object" are the same.

In addition to the above, the first information 152A includes, for example, the name of a predetermined race, the date and time of the race, race field data, contestant data, mobile data, odds information, race forecast, race start chart, information immediately before the race, It may also include pit reports, race results, race videos, race still images, past race information, and other information that can be published in information magazines and information sites regarding predetermined races.

User information 153 includes information about the user of user terminal 10 . The user information 153 includes, for example, information identifying the user, location information of the user terminal 10 (hereinafter also referred to as “terminal location information”), user purchase history and hit rate It may also include a history of ticket purchases and purchase amounts, and the hit rate of purchased boat tickets.

By reading and executing the application program 151, the control unit 190 operates an operation input reception unit 191, a transmission/reception unit 192, an object generation unit 193, a display control unit 194, a detection unit 195, and a position acquisition unit 196. , a purchase acceptance unit 197, and a privilege provision unit 198.

The operation input receiving unit 191 receives user's operation input based on the output of the touch screen 130 . Specifically, the operation input receiving unit 191 detects that a user's finger or the like touches or approaches the touch panel 131 as coordinates of a coordinate system having a horizontal axis and a vertical axis on the surface forming the touch screen 130 .

Operation input reception unit 191 determines a user's operation on touch screen 130 . The operation input reception unit 191 performs, for example, “approach operation”, “release operation”, “tap operation”, “double tap operation”, “long press operation (long touch operation)”, “drag operation (swipe operation)”, User operations such as "move operation", "flick operation", "pinch-in operation", and "pinch-out operation" are determined.

The operation input receiving unit 191 may receive, as an operation input, movement of the user terminal 10 detected by an acceleration sensor or the like mounted on the user terminal 10 .

The transmission/reception unit 192 transmits and receives various types of information to and from external communication devices such as the first server device 20 and the second server device 40 via the wireless communication IF 120 and the network 30 . The transmitter/receiver 192 receives the first information 152A from the first server device 20 or the second server device 40, for example. Further, the transmission/reception unit 192 transmits, for example, information corresponding to the operation input received by the operation input reception unit 191, information stored in the user information 153, and the like to the first server device 20 or the second server device 40. .

The object generator 193 generates a virtual object corresponding to a predetermined point based on the first information 152A. In one aspect, the object generation unit 193 generates, as virtual objects, a racefield object representing a racetrack and moving objects representing contestants and the like. In addition to the above objects, the object generation unit 193 generates virtual screens for displaying various information as images, various building objects, landscape objects such as trees that form landscapes, and objects that serve as user avatars. You may

The display control unit 194 superimposes a virtual object generated by the object generation unit 193 on a real image of the surroundings of the user terminal 10 captured by the imaging unit 70 (hereinafter also referred to as a “superimposed image”). It is displayed on the display 132 and provides virtual content corresponding to the predetermined point. The display control unit 194 moves the moving object on the racetrack object based on the race time information included in the first information 152A, for example, and displays a virtual race that virtually reproduces a predetermined race on the display 132. . In addition to the race time information, the display control unit 194 preferably reproduces the virtual race based on the position information of the contestants included in the first information 152A and the time information corresponding to the position information. .

It is preferable that the display control unit 194 can change the viewpoint in the superimposed image according to the operation input received by the operation input reception unit 191 . The display control unit 194 causes the display 132 to display various menu screens and a GUI (Graphical User Interface) or changes the display contents of the display 132 in accordance with the operation input received by the operation input reception unit 191 . In addition, the display control unit 194 performs display for presenting the user with the privilege given to the user by the privilege providing unit 198 .

The detection unit 195 detects flat surfaces in the real image captured by the imaging unit 170 . Detection of a flat surface is realized by conventionally known image recognition technology. For example, when the user performs an operation to select the flat surface detected by the detection unit 195, the display 132 displays a superimposed image in which the racetrack object is arranged on the flat surface.

Preferably, the flat surface is a horizontal surface. Also, the angle formed by the flat surface and the bottom surface forming the racetrack object may be 0 degrees, but is preferably an acute angle, and can be in the range of 15 degrees to 45 degrees, for example. The angle can also be adjusted by accepting a user's operation. In addition, even if there is a projection on a part of the flat surface in the real world, or even if there is an object on the flat surface, if the projection or the object is of a size that can be hidden by the racetrack object. , may be detected as a flat surface on which the racetrack object can be placed. Note that the place where the virtual object is placed is not limited to the flat surface, and can be determined as appropriate according to the type of the virtual object.

The location acquisition unit 196 acquires terminal location information indicating the location of the user terminal 10 . For acquiring the terminal location information, for example, a GPS sensor included in the sensor unit 180 may be used, a mobile network of the user terminal 10 or the like may be used, or both of them may be used. The "position of the user terminal 10" may be a planar position indicated by latitude and longitude, or may be a spatial position including height.

The purchase acceptance unit 197 accepts purchases of voting tickets for a predetermined race. Specifically, the purchase accepting unit 197 accepts a user's purchase instruction regarding various betting tickets related to a race, such as purchase of a boat ticket for a boat race or purchase of a betting ticket for a horse race. The purchase instruction includes information on, for example, the type of betting ticket (for example, multiple wins, single wins, double wins, etc.), contestants who will vote (so-called buying options), amount of money used, and the like. Information about the purchase instruction is transmitted to the first server device 20 via the transmission/reception unit 192 .

The privilege granting unit 198 grants a privilege to the user of the user terminal 10 when the position of the user terminal 10 is a predetermined point associated with the first information 152A. The privilege granting unit 198 grants a privilege to the user as a result of processing by the privilege granting unit 295, which will be described later. It should be noted that the "predetermined point" (or "destination") in this specification is a concept that includes a certain area. For example, if the predetermined point is a racetrack, the "predetermined point" may include an area within the grounds of the racetrack.

The type of privilege granted by the privilege granting unit 198 is not particularly limited, and examples thereof include the granting of points that can be used in place of currency, the release of limited content, and the provision of predetermined services in the real world.

Here, "limited content" is content that can be used only when the position indicated by the user terminal 10 is at the predetermined point. The limited content is not particularly limited, but includes, for example, chats and message bulletin boards that enable interaction between users, and browsing of race prediction information by tipsters.

A "predetermined service" is a service provided to a user in the real world. The "predetermined service" is not particularly limited, but includes, for example, the purchase of admission tickets and seats for racetracks, and the provision of meals. When the privilege granting unit 198 allows the user to receive a predetermined service, the user can enter a race track or the like, use a paid seat at the race track or the like, or receive a service in the real world such as provision of a meal. can enjoy

The privilege granting unit 198, for example, grants the first privilege according to the position of the user terminal 10 being a predetermined point associated with the first information 152A. Further, the privilege granting unit 198 may, for example, give a second privilege according to the behavior of the user via the user terminal 10 when the position of the user terminal 10 is at the predetermined point (hereinafter also referred to as "user behavior"). to give In other words, the privilege granting unit 198 grants the second privilege, for example, when the user's behavior satisfies the conditions for granting the second privilege.

The privilege granting unit 198 grants at least one of the first privilege and the second privilege as the privilege, and preferably both. The first and second benefits may be one or more of the types of benefits described above. The first privilege and the second privilege may be the same type of privilege, or may be different types of privilege.

The conditions for granting the second privilege are not particularly limited, but for example, the use of chat or message bulletin boards, the use of limited content such as the viewing of race forecast information by tipsters, and the provision of prescribed services such as the provision of meals. Usage, purchase of voting tickets, etc. can be mentioned. The privilege granting unit 198 may vary the type and amount of privilege according to, for example, the frequency of use and the number of times of use of the limited content. Further, the privilege granting unit 198 may change the type and amount of the privilege according to, for example, the purchase amount of the betting ticket, the number of purchases, or the number of races in which the betting ticket is purchased.

(First server device)
FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing the functional configuration of the first server device 20. As shown in FIG. A detailed configuration of the first server device 20 will be described with reference to FIG. The first server device 20 functions as a communication unit 220, a storage unit 250, and a control unit 290 by operating according to a program.

The communication unit 220 functions as an interface for the first server device 20 to communicate with external communication devices such as the user terminal 10 and the second server device 40 via the network 30 .

The storage unit 250 stores various programs and data for realizing the system 1 . In one aspect, storage unit 250 stores program 251 , location information 252 , and user information 253 .

The program 251 is a program for realizing the system 1 by the first server device 20 communicating with the user terminal 10 and the second server device 40 . The program 251 is executed by the control unit 290 to perform processing for transmitting and receiving data to and from the user terminal 10 and the second server device 40, processing according to the operation content performed by the user of the user terminal 10, location information 252 and user The first server device 20 is caused to perform processing such as updating the information 253 .

Point information 252 includes various data related to one or more predetermined points. The spot information 252 includes, for example, various data related to predetermined races held at various racetracks. The location information 252 includes, for example, first information 252A. The first information 252A is information from which the first information 152A is based, and the first information 152A can be part of the first information 252A. The first information 252A is information acquired from the second server device 40, for example. In a certain aspect, first information 252A may be configured to be directly input to first server device 20 instead of being obtained from second server device 40 . When configured in this manner, the system 1 does not need to include the second server device 40 .

User information 253 is information about the user of the user terminal 10 . User information 253 includes a user management table 253A. The user management table 253A stores, for example, user identification information, terminal position information of the user terminal 10, the user's race purchase history, hit rate, and the like for each user.

The control unit 290 is realized by the processor 29, and by executing the program 251, the transmission/reception unit 291, the first information acquisition unit 292, the position acquisition unit 293, the purchase processing unit 294, the privilege provision unit 295, the data management unit 296, Each function of the timer 297 is exhibited.

The transmission/reception unit 291 transmits and receives various types of information to and from external communication devices such as the user terminal 10 and the second server device 40 via the communication unit 220 and the network 30 . The transmitting/receiving unit 291 transmits at least part of the first information 252A to the user terminal 10, for example. Also, the transmission/reception unit 291 receives the first information 252A from the second server device 40, for example.

The first information acquisition unit 292 acquires the first information 252A from the second server device 40 via the transmission/reception unit 291 .

The location acquisition unit 293 acquires the terminal location information of the user terminal 10 from the user terminal 10 via the transmission/reception unit 291 .

The purchase processing unit 294 executes processing for purchasing a voting ticket based on the information regarding the purchase instruction transmitted from the user terminal 10 . The race purchase history included in the user management table 253A can be updated in response to the purchase processing unit 294 completing the purchase process. Note that the purchase processing unit 294 may transmit information regarding purchase instructions to the second server device 40 via the transmission/reception unit 291 , and the voting ticket purchase process may be executed in the second server device 40 . In this case, the purchase history included in user management table 253A can be updated based on information transmitted from second server device 40 .

The privilege granting unit 295 grants a privilege to the user of the user terminal 10 when the position of the user terminal 10 is the predetermined point associated with the first information 152A. The privilege granting unit 295 performs processing on the first server device 20 side when granting a privilege to the user.

The data management unit 296 updates various data stored in the storage unit 250 according to the processing results of the first information acquisition unit 292, the purchase processing unit 294, the privilege provision unit 295, and the like. The timer 297 performs processing for measuring time. Various times displayed on the user terminal 10 (for example, the time until the start of the race, etc.) can be controlled based on the time measured by the timer 297 .

(Operation example: Overview)
Next, an operation example in the system 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 to 15. FIG. Although the case where the predetermined race is a boat race will be mainly described below as an example, the following description can be applied even if the predetermined race is another race. In the following description, data is transmitted and received between the user terminal 10 and the first server device 20, and between the first server device 20 and the second server device 40. The terminal 10 and the second server device 40 may be configured to directly transmit and receive data.

FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of operation processing. The order of each process constituting each flowchart described in this specification may be random as long as there is no contradiction or inconsistency in the contents of the process, and the processes may be executed in parallel. The processing shown in each flowchart can be realized by the control unit 190 executing the application program 151 and the control unit 290 executing the program 251, respectively. , may be performed by other devices.

As shown in FIG. 4, in the present embodiment, a virtual content provision process (step S410) and a privilege provision process (step S420) are executed.

By the virtual content providing process, a virtual object (race field object or the like) corresponding to a predetermined point (race field) is superimposed on a real image of the surroundings of the user terminal 10 captured by the imaging unit 170 and displayed. The user is provided with virtual content (virtual race) corresponding to the point of Virtual content provision processing can be executed regardless of the location of the user terminal 10 . In other words, the virtual content providing process can be executed regardless of whether the user terminal 10 is located at a predetermined point or not at the predetermined point.

Also, by the privilege granting process, a privilege is granted to the user of the user terminal 10 when the position of the user terminal 10 is at the predetermined point. The privilege provision process is executed when the user terminal 10 is located at a predetermined point. The virtual content providing process and privilege giving process will be described in detail below.

(Operation example: virtual content provision processing)
FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a boat race track in the real world. Two turn marks 503 are installed in the boat race course 501, and races are carried out by boats 502a to 502f on which boat racers ride. When the race ends, race time information indicating the race times of the boats 502a to 502f is transmitted from the second server device 40 to the first server device 20, and from the first server device 20 to the user terminal 10. FIG.

The boat race course 501 is provided with imaging devices (cameras) 504a to 504b. The imaging device 504a captures the boats 502a to 502f from above the boat race course 501 in its field of view. The imaging device 504b captures the boats 502a to 502f from the sides of the boat race course 501 in the field of view. The images of the boats 502a-502f captured by the imaging devices 504a-504b are transmitted to the second server device 40. FIG. For example, the second server device 40 performs image analysis of each image, and calculates position information indicating the position of each of the boats 502a to 502f at the shooting time of each image. The calculated position information and the time information regarding the shooting time corresponding to the position information are transmitted to the first server device 20 and transmitted from the first server device 20 to the user terminal 10 . Note that the position information may be calculated in the first server device 20 .

In place of or in addition to the imaging devices 504a-504b, position sensors such as GPS sensors may be installed on the boats 502a-502f. The position information of the boats 502a to 502f obtained by the position sensors and the time information indicating the time when the position information was obtained are finally transmitted to the user terminal 10. FIG.

FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a virtual object displayed on the user terminal 10. As shown in FIG. In the example of FIG. 6, the virtual objects are a racetrack object 601, moving objects 602a to 602f (hereinafter collectively referred to as "moving objects 602"), two turn mark objects 603, a virtual display board 605, It is shown.

A racetrack object 601 is an object that is a virtual display of the boat racetrack 501 . The race track object 601 and the turn mark object 603 are preferably created based on race track data such as course information of the boat race track 501 , and preferably have shapes corresponding to the boat race track 501 .

The moving objects 602a to 602f are objects that are virtual representations of the boats 502a to 502f, respectively, and are shaped like boats. The moving objects 602a-602f move the racetrack object 601 based on the race time information, the positional information of the boats 502a-502f, and the time information corresponding to the positional information. That is, a race in the real world is displayed on the user terminal 10 as a virtual race using the racetrack object 601 and moving objects 602a to 602f.

It is also possible to display the virtual race only by race time information without position information and time information of the boats 502a-502f. However, in this case, although the final order of finish is the same as in the real-world race, it is difficult to reproduce the progress of the race, such as the ranking during the race.

A virtual display board 605 is an object that displays text information. Virtual display board 605 is, for example, an object that does not have a corresponding existence in boat race track 501 . The text information displayed on the virtual display board 605 is not particularly limited, and may be ranking information, odds information, or the like, for example. Also, the text information displayed on the virtual display board 605 may be changeable based on the user's operation input.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart illustrating an example of virtual content provision processing. First, in step S710, the control unit 190 activates the imaging unit 170, which is a camera. A real image around the user terminal 10 is captured by the imaging unit 170 .

In step S<b>720 , the control section 190 detects a flat surface in the image captured by the imaging section 170 . In step S730, the control unit 190 arranges the virtual object on the detected flat surface.

Here, the processing of steps S710, S720, and S730 will be specifically described using FIGS. 8 to 10. FIG. FIG. 8 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a real image captured by the imaging unit 170. As shown in FIG. In the example of FIG. 8, a keyboard 802 and a monitor device 803 are placed on a flat desk 801 .

When the imaging unit 170 is activated in step S710, a real image captured by the imaging unit 170 is displayed on the display 132. FIG. Next, in step S<b>720 , the control unit 190 detects a flat surface within the image captured by the imaging unit 170 , that is, within the image displayed on the display 132 .

In FIG. 8, region 804 is detected as a flat surface. There is a keyboard 802 within the area 804, but the size of the keyboard 802 is such that it can be hidden by the racetrack object 601, so the control unit 190 detects the area 804 as a flat surface.

In the state shown in FIG. 8, if the position captured by the imaging unit 170 is changed, the position of the region 804 can also be changed. The area 804 is displayed on the display 132 by adding a predetermined color, for example, so as to be distinguishable from other parts. When the user performs a tap operation or the like on the area 804, the control unit 190 arranges a virtual object such as the racetrack object 601 on the area 804 in step S730.

FIG. 9 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a screen displaying a virtual object superimposed on a real image. In FIG. 9, the dot-patterned area including the monitor device 803 is the real image, and the other area is the area where the virtual object is displayed. For example, an advertisement image may be displayed in the area where no virtual object is displayed.

In FIG. 9, as virtual objects, there are a racetrack object 601, a plurality of moving objects 602, two turn mark objects 603, a large monitor object 906, building objects 907a to 907b, and other objects not labeled. A large number of objects (tree objects, clock objects, etc.) are displayed. These objects are created based on the first information 152A received from the first server device 20, for example.

In FIG. 9, the racetrack object 601 is placed on the area 804 such that the angle between the flat surface included in the area 804 and the bottom surface of the racetrack object 601 is 0 degree. In this case, for example, an area in the depth direction such as the area X1 and moving objects 602 may overlap each other and become difficult to see. In addition, a blind spot where the moving object 602 cannot be seen may occur in a region on the depth direction side of the large monitor object 606 .

However, in the state shown in FIG. 9, the user can change the viewpoint of the superimposed image displayed on display 132 . For example, when the user performs an operation input such as a pinch-in operation or a pinch-out operation, the viewpoint position of the imaging unit 170 may move closer to or farther from the racetrack object 601 . Also, when the user moves in the depth direction of the display 132 while holding the user terminal 10 or moves in the front direction, the viewpoint position of the imaging unit 170 may move closer to or further away from the racetrack object 601 . Also, when the user performs an operation to specify a predetermined position on the display 132, the viewpoint position can move to the specified position. Such a viewpoint change can solve the visibility problem described above.

Also, by arranging the race field object 601 so that the angle θ formed between the flat surface and the bottom surface of the race field object 601 is an acute angle, the above-described visibility problem can be alleviated.

FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a screen in which a virtual object is superimposed on a real image, showing another aspect of the racetrack object 601 shown in FIG. Specifically, FIG. 10 is an example in which the predetermined race is a horse race.

Also in FIG. 10, the area with the dot pattern including the monitor device 803 is the real image, and the other area is the area where the virtual object is displayed. In FIG. 10, a racetrack object 1011, a plurality of moving objects 1012, a large monitor object 1013, a pond object 1014, and a plurality of tree objects 1015 are displayed on the display 132 as virtual objects. These objects are also created based on the first information 152A received from the first server device 20, for example.

The racetrack object 1011, the large monitor object 1013, the pond object 1014, and the plurality of tree objects 1015 are preferably created based on racetrack data such as course information of a predetermined racetrack in the real world, for example. A plurality of moving objects 1012 are, for example, virtual objects representing horses and jockeys running in a horse race.

Returning to the description of the flowchart in FIG. In step S740, the control unit 190 acquires position information of the boats 502a to 502f on the boat race track 501 in the real world. That is, when the boats 502a to 502f start a race in the real world, the control unit 190 acquires the position information and time information of the boats 502a to 502f from the first server device 20. FIG. The method of acquiring position information and time information is as described with reference to FIG.

In step S750, the control unit 190 performs control so that the position information acquired in step S740 and the moving object are linked. Specifically, using time information and position information, movement of moving objects 602 a - 602 f on race field object 601 is controlled to be the same as boats 502 a - 502 f on boat race field 501 .

Each process of steps S740 and S750 is repeated at least from the start to the end of the race in the real world, but may be repeated before the start and after the end of the race in the real world.

If the race displayed as the virtual race is a past race, the position information of the boats 502a to 502f from the start to the end of the race may be collectively acquired before the start of the virtual race. Further, the virtual race may be displayed by acquiring only the race time information without acquiring the position information and the like. A race displayed as a virtual race may be an exhibition race.

(Operation processing: Privilege giving processing)
FIG. 11 is a schematic diagram showing an overview of privilege provision. As shown in FIG. 11, first, in step S1110, a destination is presented to the user. In step S1110, it is preferable to also present the details and granting conditions of benefits (a first benefit 1101 and a second benefit 1102, which will be described later) that can be granted at the destination. In the example of FIG. 11, logging in on an application at a predetermined destination is presented to the user in the form of a so-called mission. Specifically, a mission to log in at destination A and a mission to log in at destination B are presented on the display 132, and if these missions are accomplished, a privilege of 100 points (points) will be granted. It is shown.

In step S1120, the user travels to the destination. The means of transportation is not particularly limited, and may be on foot, by car, by train, or the like. The application program 151 may be stopped during the movement.

At step S1130, the user arrives at any destination. When the user terminal 10 is located within the area set as the destination and the application program 151 is activated and the user logs in, the first privilege 1101 is granted to the user. Privileges granted as the first privilege 1101 include, for example, the provision of points, the release of limited content, the provision of predetermined services in the real world (issuance of virtual tickets for entry to destinations, the use of paid seats at destinations, etc.). use, provision of meals, etc.).

Also, in step S1140, a second privilege 1102 is given to the user in response to the user performing a user action (for example, purchasing a voting ticket, etc.) within the area set as the destination. The privilege given as the second privilege 1102 may be the same as or different from the first privilege 1101 .

The privilege giving process will be described in more detail below. FIG. 12 is a flow chart showing an example of privilege provision processing. First, in step S<b>1210 , the control unit 190 acquires the terminal location information of the user terminal 10 and transmits it to the first server device 20 . The first server device 20 receives and acquires terminal location information transmitted from the user terminal 10 .

In step S1210, the timing at which the control unit 190 acquires the terminal location information of the user terminal 10 and transmits it to the first server device 20 is not particularly limited. It may be the timing of performing an operation for acquiring position information. Further, after the application program 151 is activated, the control unit 190 may continuously acquire the terminal location information at predetermined intervals and transmit it to the first server device 20 .

If the position indicated by the terminal position information acquired by the first server device 20 is not within the range of the destination (No in step S1220), the first privilege 1101 is not granted, and the privilege granting process ends.

On the other hand, if the position indicated by the terminal position information acquired by the first server device 20 is within the range of the destination (Yes in step S1220), in step S1230, the control unit 290 and the control unit 190 instruct the user to A privilege 1101 is given. At step S1230, for example, the control unit 290 updates the information in the user management table 253A so that the user can receive the first privilege 1101. FIG. Further, in step S1230, the control unit 190 enables the user to use the first privilege 1101 in response to the update by the control unit 290, for example.

When the first privilege 1101 is points, for example, the control unit 290 adds the number of points granted as the first privilege 1101 to the number of points possessed by the user included in the user management table 253A, and obtains the number of points possessed by the user. to increase After that, the user can use the points via the user terminal 10 up to the number of points possessed after the increase as the upper limit.

Further, when the first privilege 1101 is the release of limited content, the control unit 290 causes the user information included in the user management table 253A to include the authority to use the limited content, for example. After that, the user can use the limited content via the user terminal 10 .

Further, when the first privilege 1101 is provision of a predetermined service in the real world, the control unit 290, for example, uses the function related to the provision of the predetermined service in the user information included in the user management table 253A. include the authority of After that, the user can receive a predetermined service in the real world by using the above functions using the user terminal 10 .

Here, with reference to FIG. 13, a case where the first benefit 1101 is the release of limited content and the provision of a predetermined service will be described. FIG. 12 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a display screen. In the example of FIG. 13 , the display 132 displays a privilege display column 1301 in addition to various virtual objects such as the racetrack object 601 .

In the privilege display column 1301, privileges that have become available to the user as a result of the process of step S1230 are displayed. When the user selects the "meal reservation button" by tapping or the like, it becomes possible to make a meal reservation at a restaurant in the boat race course 501, for example. When the "meal reservation button" is tapped, for example, a UI (User Interface) is displayed on the display 132 for selecting the time period for using the restaurant, the number of people, the menu to order, etc., and the UI is operated. By doing so, it becomes possible to receive the service of providing meals in the real world.

Also, when the user selects the "tips shop information button" by a tap operation or the like, for example, it becomes possible to browse the tips shop's race information, which is limited content.

Also, when the user selects the "interaction button between users" by a tap operation or the like, for example, a bulletin board for chats and messages, which are limited contents, can be used. When the “interaction button between users” is tapped, for example, a UI for using a chat or message bulletin board is displayed on the display 132 . Posting and viewing of chats and messages used as limited content is intended to promote interaction among users within the range of the destination.

Images such as virtual buttons for accessing limited content such as "Trickster Information Button" and "Interaction Button between Users" may not be displayed until the user reaches the destination, or may be displayed grayed out. You may Then, when the user reaches the destination, the display of the image such as the virtual button may be started, or the display mode of the image may be changed compared to before the user reaches the destination.

Also, when the user selects an image such as a graded-out virtual button, information such as where to go to access the exclusive content and what kind of exclusive content is available when going there, i.e. , information on the destination and information on limited content that can be used at the destination may be displayed. By configuring in this way, the user can know the existence of the limited content before going to the presented destination, and as a result, it is possible to further increase motivation to actually go to the destination. It should be noted that the image of the virtual button for receiving the provision of a predetermined service such as the "meal reservation button" may also be applied to the image of the virtual button for accessing the limited content.

Returning to the description of the flowchart in FIG. If the user's behavior at the destination does not satisfy the conditions for giving the second privilege 1102 (No in step S1240), the second privilege 1102 is not given, and the privilege giving process ends.

On the other hand, if the user's behavior at the destination satisfies the granting condition for granting the second privilege 1102 (Yes in step S1240), in step S1250, the control unit 290 and the control unit 190 provide the user with the second privilege 1102. to give Second reward 1102 can be, for example, one or more of the rewards listed as first reward 1101 . Regarding the processing of step S1250, the content of step S1230 can be used as long as there is no contradiction.

The second privilege 1102 is preferably made different according to the granted conditions that have been met. For example, if the conditions for granting the second privilege 1102 are the use of limited content and the purchase of a voting ticket, further limited content is released in response to the use of the limited content, and the voting ticket is purchased. You may give a point according to having purchased.

Here, a case where points (second privilege 1102) are given according to the purchase of voting tickets will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 14 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a display screen. In the example of FIG. 14, the upper part of the display 132 shows the information of the betting tickets purchased by the user (name of the race track, name of the race, type of betting ticket, purchase price, purchase price for each purchase, total purchase price). It is

At the bottom of the display 132, it is shown that points have been given by purchasing voting tickets. In the example of FIG. 14, a value obtained by multiplying 5,000 yen, which is the total purchase amount of voting tickets, by A% is given as points. That is, the larger the total purchase amount, the more points are awarded.

The value of the numerical value A is not particularly limited, and can be appropriately set according to the value of the points or the like. Also, the value of the numerical value A may be changed according to the total purchase amount of one time, for example, it may be increased each time the total purchase amount exceeds a predetermined threshold value. Specifically, if the total purchase amount is 1 to 5,000 yen, "A = 1", if the total purchase amount is 5,001 to 15,000 yen, "A = 1.5", and if the total purchase amount is 15,001 to 30,000 yen In this case, "A=3" may be set.

In addition, the value of numerical value A is varied according to the total purchase amount and number of purchases of voting tickets in a predetermined period (for example, one day, one week, one month, etc.), the number of races in which voting tickets were purchased, etc. may In this case, it is preferable to increase the value of the numerical value A as the total purchase amount, the number of purchases, the number of races in which the betting tickets are purchased, and the like are larger.

The points to be given may be a fixed value instead of the value obtained by multiplying the total purchase amount by A%. For example, every time the total purchase amount of voting tickets, the number of purchases, the number of races in which voting tickets are purchased, etc., in a predetermined period (for example, one day, one week, one month, etc.) reaches a predetermined threshold, the threshold You may give a fixed value according to as a point.

Although FIG. 14 shows an example in which points are given according to the purchase of voting tickets, limited contents may be released or predetermined services may be provided according to the purchase of voting tickets. For example, every time the total amount of purchases of voting tickets, the number of purchases, the number of races in which voting tickets are purchased, etc., during a predetermined period reaches a predetermined threshold, limited content or a predetermined service corresponding to the threshold is made available. good too.

In FIG. 14, the lower part of the display 132 shows that the number of possessed points after the points are given by purchasing the voting ticket is 10000 points. Points can be used via the application program 151 . Points can be used, for example, in the same way as cash. The user can pay with points, for example, a price for purchasing a voting ticket or a price for receiving a meal at a restaurant. In addition, the user can pay the price for entering the boat race track 501 or the price for using a pay seat at the boat race track 501 with points.

FIG. 15 is a flow chart illustrating an example of a process in which points may be used. Specifically, FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing an example of processing when entering the boat race course 501 using points. For the user, entering the boat race track 501 via the application program 151 is the enjoyment of a service in the real world, for example, one of the first privileges 1101 .

First, in step S1510, control unit 190 accepts a purchase request for an entry ticket to boat race course 501 based on the user's operation input. If there is a request to use points for purchasing an admission ticket (Yes in step S1520), control unit 190 transmits a request to purchase an admission ticket and a request to use points to first server device 20. FIG.

Next, in step S1530, control unit 290 subtracts the number of points required for purchasing an admission ticket from the number of points possessed by the user stored in user management table 253A to update the number of points possessed by the user.

Next, in step S 1550 , control unit 290 transmits ticket information for generating an electronic virtual ticket on user terminal 10 to user terminal 10 . The control unit 190 receives ticket information and generates an electronic virtual ticket based on the ticket information. The virtual ticket is generated in a format corresponding to the entrance gate of the boat race course 501, specifically in a format such as a QR code (registered trademark), bar code, Web ticket, ID information, or the like.

Next, in step S1560, the virtual ticket displayed on the user terminal 10 is read by a reader or the like at the entrance gate of the boat race course 501, and the entry process is performed, and the process ends.

If there is no request to use points for the purchase of the admission ticket (No in step S1520), control unit 190 transmits the purchase request of the admission ticket to first server device 20. FIG. Next, in step S1540, the control unit 290 uses the bank account and credit card information registered in the user payment information stored in the user management table 253A to settle the purchase price of the admission ticket. do. After that, the process proceeds to the above-described step S1550.

The above-described embodiments are merely examples for facilitating understanding of the present invention, and are not intended to limit the interpretation of the present invention. It goes without saying that the present invention can be modified and improved without departing from its spirit, and that equivalents thereof are included in the present invention.

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The contents of the present disclosure are listed below.

(Item 1)
A program executed in a first computer comprising a processor and an imaging unit,
The program causes the processor to:
receiving from a second computer first information relating to a given point in the real world;
generating a virtual object corresponding to the predetermined point based on the first information;
a step of superimposing and displaying the virtual object on a real image of the surroundings of the first computer captured by the imaging unit, and providing virtual content corresponding to the predetermined point;
obtaining location information of the first computer;
giving a privilege to the user of the first computer when the position indicated by the position information is the predetermined point;
program.
As a result, it is possible to provide the user with content corresponding to a predetermined point in the real world even if the user is not at the predetermined point, and at the same time, it is possible to increase motivation to actually go to the predetermined point. .

(Item 2)
The step of granting includes granting a privilege according to the user's action via the first computer at the predetermined point,
The program of item 1.
As a result, for example, it is possible to motivate the user to perform an action desired by the organizer of the event held at the predetermined point or the operator who operates the server at the predetermined point. As a result, it becomes easier to liven up an event or the like while increasing user satisfaction.

(Item 3)
The privilege includes making available to the user limited content that is related to the virtual content and that can be used only when the location indicated by the location information is at the predetermined point.
A program according to item 1 or item 2.
As a result, the user's motivation to actually go to the predetermined point can be further increased, and the satisfaction of the user who has actually visited the predetermined point can be further improved.

(Item 4)
The limited content is capable of sending messages and viewing messages sent by other users at the predetermined location.
A program according to item 3.
As a result, the user's motivation to actually go to the predetermined point can be further increased, and the satisfaction of the user who has actually visited the predetermined point can be further improved. In addition, it becomes easier for users who have actually visited a predetermined spot to share their feelings, and the sense of unity among the participants of an event or the like can be improved.

(Item 5)
The privilege is a predetermined service in the real world, and includes being able to provide the user with a service that is provided to the user at the predetermined point.
The program according to any one of items 1 to 4.
As a result, it is possible to enhance the user's convenience and improve the user's satisfaction.

(Item 6)
The predetermined point is a race track where a predetermined race is held,
the virtual object includes a racetrack object representing the racetrack and a moving object representing a contestant or moving object of the predetermined race;
the virtual content is a virtual race corresponding to the predetermined race;
The virtual race moves the moving object on the racetrack object based on the first information.
The program according to any one of items 1 to 5.
As a result, it is possible to provide users with virtual races that are held on racetracks in the real world without going to the racetracks, and at the same time, it is possible to increase the motivation to actually go to the racetracks.

(Item 7)
The program further causes the processor to:
executing a step of accepting purchase of a voting ticket for the contestant or the moving object based on the user's operation input;
The giving step includes giving a privilege according to the purchase amount of the voting ticket purchased when the position indicated by the position information is the race track,
A program according to item 6.
As a result, the user can be motivated to purchase the voting ticket, and the user's satisfaction level can be improved.

(Item 8)
An information processing method executed in a first computer having a processor and an imaging unit,
The information processing method includes:
receiving from a second computer first information relating to a given point in the real world;
generating a virtual object corresponding to the predetermined point based on the first information;
a step of superimposing and displaying the virtual object on a real image of the surroundings of the first computer captured by the imaging unit, and providing virtual content corresponding to the predetermined point;
obtaining location information of the first computer;
giving a privilege to the user of the first computer when the position indicated by the position information is the predetermined point,
Information processing methods.
As a result, it is possible to provide the user with content corresponding to a predetermined point in the real world even if the user is not at the predetermined point, and at the same time, it is possible to increase motivation to actually go to the predetermined point. .

(Item 9)
An information processing device comprising a processor and an imaging unit,
The processor
receiving first information from a second computer relating to a given point in the real world;
generating a virtual object corresponding to the predetermined point based on the first information;
superimposing and displaying the virtual object on a real image of the surroundings of the information processing device imaged by the imaging unit, and providing virtual content corresponding to the predetermined point;
Acquiring position information of the information processing device;
Giving a privilege to a user of the information processing device when the position indicated by the position information is the predetermined point;
Information processing equipment.
As a result, it is possible to provide the user with content corresponding to a predetermined point in the real world even if the user is not at the predetermined point, and at the same time, it is possible to increase motivation to actually go to the predetermined point. .

(Item 10)
A system realized by a first computer comprising a first processor and an imaging device, and a second computer comprising a second processor and communicatively connectable to the first computer,
the second processor,
obtaining first information associated with a given point in the real world;
transmitting the first information to a first computer;
The first processor
receiving the first information from the second computer;
generating a virtual object corresponding to the predetermined point based on the first information;
superimposing and displaying the virtual object on a real image of the surroundings of the first computer captured by the imaging unit, and providing virtual content corresponding to the predetermined point;
Acquiring location information of the first computer;
giving a benefit to the user of the first computer when the position indicated by the position information is the predetermined point;
system.
As a result, it is possible to provide the user with content corresponding to a predetermined point in the real world even if the user is not at the predetermined point, and at the same time, it is possible to increase motivation to actually go to the predetermined point. .

1: System, 10: User Terminal, 20: First Server Device, 30: Network, 40: Second Server Device, 130: Touch Screen, 150: Storage Unit (of User Terminal), 190: Control (of User Terminal) Unit 250: Storage unit (of the first server device) 290: Control unit (of the first server device)

Claims (10)

A program executed in a first computer comprising a processor and an imaging unit,
The program causes the processor to:
receiving from a second computer first information relating to a given point in the real world;
generating a virtual object corresponding to the predetermined point based on the first information;
a step of superimposing and displaying the virtual object on a real image of the surroundings of the first computer captured by the imaging unit, and providing virtual content corresponding to the predetermined point;
obtaining location information of the first computer;
giving a privilege to the user of the first computer when the position indicated by the position information is the predetermined point;
program. The step of granting includes granting a privilege according to the user's action via the first computer at the predetermined point,
A program according to claim 1. The privilege includes making available to the user limited content that is related to the virtual content and that can be used only when the location indicated by the location information is at the predetermined point.
3. A program according to claim 1 or 2. The limited content is capable of sending messages and viewing messages sent by other users at the predetermined location.
4. A program according to claim 3. The privilege is a predetermined service in the real world, and includes being able to provide the user with a service that is provided to the user at the predetermined point.
A program according to any one of claims 1 to 4. The predetermined point is a race track where a predetermined race is held,
the virtual object includes a racetrack object representing the racetrack and a moving object representing a contestant or moving object of the predetermined race;
the virtual content is a virtual race corresponding to the predetermined race;
The virtual race moves the moving object on the racetrack object based on the first information.
A program according to any one of claims 1 to 5. The program further causes the processor to:
executing a step of accepting purchase of a voting ticket for the contestant or the moving object based on the user's operation input;
The giving step includes giving a privilege according to the purchase amount of the voting ticket purchased when the position indicated by the position information is the race track,
7. A program according to claim 6. An information processing method executed in a first computer having a processor and an imaging unit,
The information processing method includes:
receiving from a second computer first information relating to a given point in the real world;
generating a virtual object corresponding to the predetermined point based on the first information;
a step of superimposing and displaying the virtual object on a real image of the surroundings of the first computer captured by the imaging unit, and providing virtual content corresponding to the predetermined point;
obtaining location information of the first computer;
giving a privilege to the user of the first computer when the position indicated by the position information is the predetermined point,
Information processing methods. An information processing device comprising a processor and an imaging unit,
The processor
receiving first information from a second computer relating to a given point in the real world;
generating a virtual object corresponding to the predetermined point based on the first information;
superimposing and displaying the virtual object on a real image of the surroundings of the information processing device imaged by the imaging unit, and providing virtual content corresponding to the predetermined point;
Acquiring position information of the information processing device;
Giving a privilege to a user of the information processing device when the position indicated by the position information is the predetermined point;
Information processing equipment. A system realized by a first computer comprising a first processor and an imaging device, and a second computer comprising a second processor and communicatively connectable to the first computer,
the second processor,
obtaining first information associated with a given point in the real world;
transmitting the first information to a first computer;
The first processor
receiving the first information from the second computer;
generating a virtual object corresponding to the predetermined point based on the first information;
superimposing and displaying the virtual object on a real image of the surroundings of the first computer captured by the imaging unit, and providing virtual content corresponding to the predetermined point;
Acquiring location information of the first computer;
giving a benefit to the user of the first computer when the position indicated by the position information is the predetermined point;
system.

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