JP2023128082A - Information processing device, information processing method, and information processing program - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide an information processing device, an information processing method, and an information processing program capable of improving a satisfaction level of a user viewing a play moving picture.SOLUTION: An information processing device includes a provision request reception unit and a play moving picture provision unit. The provision request reception unit receives a provision request for a play moving picture of a game on a play condition designated by a first user. In the case where a result of a play when the game is played on the play condition by a second user who has received the provision request satisfies a predetermined condition, the play moving picture provision unit executes control to provide the play moving picture of the game when the predetermined condition is satisfied to the first user as a provision play moving picture.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

The present invention relates to an information processing device, an information processing method, and an information processing program.

In recent years, there are many types of games played on terminals such as smartphones. These include role-playing games, action-adventure games, and action role-playing games.

In these games, a core story or scenario is set in advance, and the game is generally played along with this story or scenario. However, some of these stories and scenarios are so large that it takes a lot of time to clear the game. Further, in order to increase the interest of the game, various mysteries may be provided in the scenario, advanced actions (player operations), etc. may be required. However, the level of difficulty of these mysteries is so high that the game often gets stuck in the middle and cannot be cleared to the end.

By the way, in order to share the gaming experience on the device with other players, a large amount of video data (play videos) recorded from the game screen being played is being uploaded to the Internet (for example, patent (See references 1 and 2).

Therefore, users who have difficulty completing a game may be able to obtain hints on how to complete the game by watching gameplay videos uploaded on the Internet.

US Patent Application Publication No. 2014/0094302 US Patent Application Publication No. 2014/0228112

However, play videos uploaded on the Internet are often video recordings of game screens played under different play conditions than those of the users viewing the play videos. Therefore, even if the user watches the gameplay video, there are many cases where the user is unable to obtain sufficient hints to clear the game, and this poses a problem in that the user's satisfaction level cannot be improved. .

An object of the present invention is to provide an information processing device, an information processing method, and an information processing program that can improve the satisfaction of users who view play videos.

The information processing device according to the present invention includes:
An information processing device comprising a provision request receiving unit and a play video providing unit,
The provision request receiving unit receives a request to provide a play video of the game under play conditions specified by the first user,
When the play result when the game is played under the play conditions by the second user who accepted the provision request satisfies a predetermined condition, the play video providing unit is configured to provide a video of the game when the predetermined condition is met. The play video is controlled to be provided to the first user as a play video.

According to the present invention, it is possible to improve the satisfaction level of users who view play videos.

FIG. 1 is a diagram showing the configuration of a game system in a first embodiment. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the hardware configuration of a server in the first embodiment. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the hardware configuration of a user terminal in the first embodiment. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of a functional configuration of a server in the first embodiment. It is a sequence diagram of a server and a user terminal in a 1st embodiment. This is an example of a screen displayed on a display unit of a user terminal. This is an example of a screen displayed on a display unit of a user terminal. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an example of a functional configuration of a server in a second embodiment.

(Configuration of game system 1)
FIG. 1 shows the configuration of a game system 1 in this embodiment. The game system 1 shown in FIG. 1 includes a server 10 (game server) and a plurality of user terminals 20 (user terminal 20a, user terminal 20b). The server 10 and the user terminal 20 are communicably connected to each other via a communication line 5 such as the Internet, an intranet, a wireless LAN, or mobile communication. Note that the server 10 functions as an "information processing device" of the present invention.

In this embodiment, the users who use the user terminal 20a and the user terminal 20b are user U1 (corresponding to the "first user" of the present invention) and user U2 (corresponding to the "second user" of the present invention), respectively. If there is no need to distinguish between the user U1 and the user U2, the user U1 and the user U2 will be expressed as the user U, respectively.

Further, if there is no need to distinguish between the user terminal 20a and the user terminal 20b, the user terminal 20a and the user terminal 20b are respectively expressed as the user terminal 20.

Note that the number of user terminals 20 included in the game system 1 is not limited to two, and it is sufficient that the game system 1 includes at least two user terminals 20.

The user terminal 20a is, for example, an information processing terminal such as a smartphone or a tablet terminal, and provides a game to the user U1. By operating the user terminal 20, the user U1 can log into the game and run the game. Further, the user terminal 20a receives a moving image from the server 10 and displays it. By operating the user terminal 20, the user U1 can log into the video distribution service provided by the server 10 and view videos transmitted from the server 10.

The user terminal 20b is, for example, an information processing terminal such as a smartphone or a tablet terminal, and provides a game to the user U2. The user U2 can log into the game and run the game by operating the user terminal 20b. Further, the user terminal 20a uploads a video shot by the user terminal 20b to the server 10. By operating the user terminal 20b, the user U2 can log in to the video distribution service provided by the server 10 and upload (post) a video shot at the user terminal 20b to the server 10.

Note that the user terminal 20 may be any terminal, such as a mobile phone, a personal computer (PC), a notebook PC, a personal digital assistant (PDA), or a home game device. The user terminal 20 may notify the server 10 of its own position detected using GPS (Global Positioning System) or the like.

The server 10 is a device that takes on some of the functions of the user terminal 20 in providing the game, such as managing various information regarding the user U and executing some of the processing of the game. Further, the server 10 accumulates videos received from the user terminal 20b, and transmits (distributes) the stored videos to the user terminal 20a. In other words, the server 10 is a video posting site that allows the user U2 to post a video shot by himself or herself and allow other users U1 to view the video. The server 10 may be configured from one or more information processing devices, or may be configured using a virtual server (such as a cloud server). What are the functions related to game provision and video distribution? It may be handled by multiple servers.

(Game overview)
Next, an overview of the game provided by the game system 1 will be explained. In the game provided by the game system 1, for example, the user U can create a new character or create a new character by assembling a deck with characters selected from a plurality of characters that the user U owns, and clearing a quest using the constructed deck. items can be obtained. In addition, user U can take on more difficult quests by combining the multiple characters he has obtained to grow into a stronger character, and by using items to strengthen the character's attributes. can.

Here, the term "quest" refers to a task that can be cleared by satisfying certain predetermined conditions. Quests are also commonly referred to as explorations, challenges, and missions. The user U who participated in the quest can clear the quest by satisfying the certain conditions, and when the quest is cleared, the user U is given a reward or the story of the game progresses.

A deck is a term that refers to a group made up of multiple characters. When executing a quest, the user U selects a character with abilities suitable for clearing the quest, composes a deck, and executes the quest. In this embodiment, the user U's "execution" of a quest or the like may be referred to as "quest play." By playing the game, the user U is given a user rank, which is a status value of the user U that increases depending on, for example, the number of times the quest is cleared.

A quest can be jointly executed by multiple users U. Hereinafter, joint execution of a quest by a plurality of users U will be referred to as "multiplayer." In multiplayer, each user U operates the character assigned to him/her among a plurality of characters forming a deck. The user U who convened the multiplayer is called a host.

User U can obtain characters in various situations during the game (for example, when clearing a quest, etc.). Further, the user U can perform a lottery (draw a lottery) in which any game media (character or item) can be won in the famous game. User U can receive (acquire) any game media by holding a lottery. Holding a lottery to win any game media is also called "gacha." The user U can perform the lottery by consuming in-game currency or by consuming a lottery ticket that can be received in the game. For example, if the unit of in-game currency is "orbs," one lottery can be performed by consuming one orb.

(Hardware configuration of server 10)
FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the hardware configuration of the server 10 in this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 2, the server 10 includes a control section 11, a storage section 12, a communication section 13, an operation input section 14, and a monitor 15.

The control unit 11 is, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a microprocessor, a DSP (Digital Signal Processor), etc., and controls the overall operation of the server 10.

A part of the storage unit 12 is composed of, for example, a RAM (Random Access Memory), a DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), etc., and is used as a work area etc. when the control unit 11 executes processing based on various programs. .

Further, a part of the storage unit 12 is, for example, a non-volatile memory such as a ROM (Read Only Memory) or an HDD (Hard Disk Drive), and stores various data and programs used in the processing of the control unit 11. . The storage unit 12 can hold a database including one or more tables for recording various information, processing results, and the like.

The programs stored in the storage unit 12 include, for example, an OS (Operating System) for realizing the basic functions of the server 10, drivers for controlling various hardware, programs for realizing various functions, etc. This includes a program that functions as the "information processing program" of the present invention.

The communication unit 13 is, for example, a NIC (Network Interface Controller), and has a function of connecting to the communication line 5. Note that the communication unit 13 has a function of connecting to a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) or a function of connecting to a wireless WAN (Wide Area Network) instead of or together with the NIC, such as short-range communication such as Bluetooth (registered trademark). It may also have a function that enables wireless communication, infrared communication, etc. The server 10 is connected to the user terminal 20 and the like via the communication line 5, and can send and receive various data to and from the user terminal 20 and the like.

The operation input unit 14 includes a keyboard, a mouse, and the like, and accepts various operation inputs from a user using the server 10. The monitor 15 is, for example, a liquid crystal display device, and displays various images.

The control section 11, the storage section 12, the communication section 13, the operation input section 14, and the monitor 15 are electrically connected to each other via a system bus 16. Therefore, the control unit 11 accesses the storage unit 12, displays images on the monitor 15, grasps the user's operation status on the operation input unit 14, and accesses various communication networks and user terminals 20 via the communication unit 13. etc. can be done.

(Hardware configuration of user terminal 20)
FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing the hardware configuration of the user terminal 20 in this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 3, the user terminal 20 includes a control section 21, a storage section 22, a communication section 23, a display section 24, a speaker 25, a microphone 26, a camera 27, and an operation button 28.

The control unit 21 is, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a microprocessor, a DSP (Digital Signal Processor), etc., and controls the overall operation of the user terminal 20.

A part of the storage unit 22 is composed of, for example, a RAM (Random Access Memory), a DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), etc., and is used as a work area etc. when the control unit 21 executes processing based on various programs. .

Further, a part of the storage unit 22 is, for example, a non-volatile memory such as a ROM (Read Only Memory) or an HDD (Hard Disk Drive), and stores various data and programs used in the processing of the control unit 21. . The storage unit 22 can hold a database including one or more tables for recording various information, processing results, and the like.

The programs stored in the storage unit 22 include, for example, an OS (Operating System) for realizing the basic functions of the user terminal 20, drivers for controlling various hardware, programs for realizing various functions, etc. including.

The communication unit 23 is, for example, a NIC (Network Interface Controller), and has a function of connecting to the communication line 5. Note that the communication unit 23 has a function of connecting to a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) or a function of connecting to a wireless WAN (Wide Area Network) instead of or together with the NIC, such as short-range communication such as Bluetooth (registered trademark). It may also have a function that enables wireless communication, infrared communication, etc. The user terminal 20 is connected to the server 10, other user terminals 20, etc. via the communication line 5, and can send and receive various data between the server 10, other user terminals 20, etc.

The display unit 24 is a touch panel display or the like, and is capable of displaying images and the like and accepting operations by the user U.

The speaker 25 outputs various sounds under the control of the control unit 21. The microphone 26 inputs various sounds under the control of the control unit 21. The camera 27 captures an image of a subject under the control of the control unit 21.

The operation button 28 is provided, for example, on the side surface of the user terminal 20, and is a power button for starting or stopping the user terminal 20, a button for adjusting the volume of the sound output from the speaker 25, etc. be.

The control section 21, storage section 22, communication section 23, display section 24, speaker 25, microphone 26, camera 27, and operation button 28 are electrically connected to each other via a system bus 29. Therefore, the control unit 21 accesses the storage unit 22, displays images on the display unit 24, grasps the operation state of the touch panel display (display unit 24) and operation buttons 28 by the user U, inputs sound to the microphone 26, It is possible to output sound from the speaker 25, control the camera 27, and access various communication networks, the server 10, other user terminals 20, etc. via the communication unit 23.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing an example of the functional configuration of the control unit 11 included in the server 10 in the first embodiment. As shown in FIG. 4, the control unit 11 includes a provision request receiving unit 11a, a notification unit 11b, a play condition setting unit 11c, a play video providing unit 11d, and a reward granting unit 11e as functional configurations. Although the control unit 11 of the server 10 generally has various functions in addition to those described above, only the functions that are characteristic of the game system 1 in the first embodiment will be explained here. , and other known functions will be omitted from illustration and description.

The provision request receiving unit 11a receives a request to provide a play video of the game under the play conditions specified by the user U1 (requesting user). In this embodiment, the provision request receiving unit 11a receives a request to provide a play video when the play result of the game played by the user U1 does not satisfy a predetermined condition (for example, when the game fails to clear the game). Here, the play conditions include, for example, the configuration of the deck, the characters possessed, the quest to be played, and the like. Further, the predetermined condition is, for example, clearing a quest.

If the play result when the game is played under the play conditions (the play conditions specified by the user U1) by the user U2 (entrusted user) who has accepted the request to provide the video, the play video providing unit 11d provides a predetermined video. The game play video when the conditions are met is controlled to be provided to the user U1 as the provided play video. Here, the predetermined condition is, for example, clearing a quest.

After viewing the provided play video by the user U1, the reward granting unit 11e provides a reward to the user U2, who is the provider of the provided play video, if the play result when the user U1 plays the game satisfies a predetermined condition. Give. Here, the predetermined condition is, for example, clearing a quest.

In the present embodiment, the reward giving unit 11e gives the first reward to the user U2 at the time when the provided play video is provided to the user U1, and after that, the play result when the game is played by the user U1 is determined based on a predetermined condition. If the second reward is satisfied, the second reward is given to the user U2.

Rewards are items and characters that can be used in the game (hereinafter referred to as "items, etc."), or valuable items that can be exchanged for items (e.g., virtual currency that can be used in the game, or a lottery for items, etc. in the game). (items necessary to do so). Further, an effect that can be temporarily enjoyed while the game is in progress (for example, an effect such as increasing a character's status value) may be provided as a reward. Further, coupons or the like that can be used at an actual store or the like may be given as a reward.

Note that "granting a reward" means providing data for using the reward in a game or at an actual store to the user U2 who is the target of the reward. For example, when providing rewards that can be used in the game, such as items, values that can be exchanged for items, and efficacy, data for proceeding with the game with the rewards obtained is provided. When giving a reward such as a coupon that can be used at an existing store, text data or image data for presenting the reward at the store is provided.

The play video providing unit 11d displays the provided play video together with the game screen displayed when the game is played by the user U1 on the user terminal 20a, and reproduces the provided play video from a time corresponding to the progress of the game. This suppresses the occurrence of a time lag between the playback of the provided play video and the progress of the game, and it is possible to improve the satisfaction level of the user U1 who views the provided play video. Note that the play video providing unit 11d may display the game screen and the provided play video on separate screens, or may display the provided play video in a superimposed manner on the game screen.

In the present embodiment, when the user U2 plays a game in the provided play video, the storage unit 12 associates and stores a tag corresponding to the progress of the game and a playback time in the provided play video. . Here, the tags include, for example, the time when a plane is moved, the time when a predetermined event occurs or ends, the time when an area is moved, the time when a specific enemy (boss/mid-boss) is defeated, etc.

When a game is played by the user U1 on the user terminal 20a, the play video providing unit 11d reproduces the play video from the playback time of the provided play video for which a tag corresponding to the progress of the game is set. For example, when the user U1 plays the game, when the user U1 clears the first stage and transitions to the second stage, the play video providing unit 11d associates the tag with the tag corresponding to the transition from the first stage to the second stage. Play the provided play video from the playback time. Furthermore, when the user U1 plays a game and fails to clear the quest and restarts the game from a predetermined point in time, the play video providing unit 11d plays the provided play video from the predetermined point in time.

The notification unit 11b identifies games for which the user U2 has satisfied a predetermined condition and games for which the predetermined condition has not been satisfied, and notifies the user U2 of the provision request accepted by the provision request reception unit 11a. do. Here, the predetermined condition is, for example, clearing a quest. Note that the control unit 11 recognizes games in which the user U2 has met a predetermined condition and games in which the user U2 has never met a predetermined condition by transmitting and receiving game management information to and from the user terminal 20a. can do.

If the play result of the game played by the user U1 does not satisfy a predetermined condition before the provision request acceptance unit 11a accepts the provision request, the play condition setting unit 11c sets the play condition based on the game play condition in that case. , after receiving the request for provision, sets the play conditions when the game is played by the user U2. Here, the predetermined condition is, for example, clearing a quest.

In the present embodiment, when the play result when the user U1 plays the game does not satisfy the predetermined condition, the play condition setting unit 11c specifies the play condition of the game in that case and requests the provision request. After acceptance, play conditions are set when the game is played by user U2.

FIG. 5 is a sequence diagram (corresponding to the "information processing method" of the present invention) between the server 10 and the user terminals 20a and 20b in the case of providing the provided play video to the user U1 in this embodiment. It is assumed that before step S100, the play result when the user U1 plays the game does not satisfy a predetermined condition (quest clear).

First, the user terminal 20a that can be used by the user U1 receives a designation of play conditions from the user U1 through an operation on the display unit 24 (step S100).

Next, the user terminal 20a transmits provision request information indicating a request for providing a play video from the user U1 to the server 10 through an operation on the display unit 24 (step S110). The provision request information includes information indicating the play conditions specified by the user U1.

FIG. 6 is an example of a screen displayed on the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20a when designation of play conditions is accepted from the user U1 in step S100.

As shown in FIG. 6, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20a includes an input box 40 where you can input the configuration of the deck as play conditions, an input box 42 where you can input the characters you have, and a quest to play. An input box 44 and a request button 50 are displayed in which the following information can be input. The user U1 checks the screen shown in FIG. 6, inputs the deck, character (characters owned), and quest into the input boxes 40, 42, and 44 through operations on the display unit 24, and presses the request button 50. . Thereby, the user terminal 20a receives the designation of play conditions from the user U1, and transmits to the server 10 provision request information indicating that the user U1 requests a request to provide a play video.

Returning to the sequence diagram of FIG. 5, the provision request receiving unit 11a of the server 10 provides the game play video under the play conditions specified by the user U1 by receiving the provision request information transmitted from the user terminal 20a. The request is accepted (step S120).

Next, the notification unit 11b (display control unit) of the server 10 generates a provision request screen indicating a request for provision of a play video from the user U1, and makes screen data indicating the generated provision request screen available to the user U2. The information is transmitted to the user terminal 20b (step S130).

Next, the user terminal 20b receives the screen data transmitted from the notification section 11b of the server 10, and displays a provision request screen on the display section 24 based on the received screen data (step S140).

FIG. 7 is an example of a provision request screen displayed on the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20b in step S140.

As shown in FIG. 7, on the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20b, there is a provision request button 60 from which a play video provision request (in the illustrated example, provision request A) from the user U1 can be selected, and details of the provision request. A details button 62 that can be referenced and an acceptance button 64 that allows the user to decide to accept the request to provide a play video are displayed. In addition, if there are multiple requests for providing play videos to user U2, the display unit 24 of the user terminal 20b will display the games for which the user U2 has satisfied a predetermined condition (clearing a quest) and the fact that the predetermined condition has been met. Multiple offer request buttons are displayed to allow you to distinguish between games that are not available. For example, an "O" mark is displayed on a request button corresponding to a game for which user U2 has met a predetermined condition, whereas a request button corresponding to a game for which user U2 has never met a predetermined condition is displayed. An “x” mark will be displayed.

When the user U1 presses the details button 62 through an operation on the display unit 24, the user U1 can refer to a details screen (not shown) that is displayed in response to the press. The details screen shows the specific details of request A, such as the play conditions specified by user U1 (deck, owned characters, quest), deadline for providing play videos (upload deadline), reward, and correspondence to request A. Information indicating the past success rate of clearing the game, etc. is displayed. The user U2 considers whether or not to accept the provision request A by referring to the details screen, and when accepting the request, presses the provision request button 60 and then presses the accept button 64. Thereby, the user terminal 20b transmits consent information indicating that the request for providing the play video has been accepted by the user U2 to the server 10 (step S150).

Next, the play condition setting unit 11c receives the consent information transmitted from the user terminal 20b, and sets the play condition specified by the user U1 as the play condition when the game is played by the user U2 (step S160). Thereafter, the user U2 plays the game for which the request to provide the play video has been accepted. The user terminal 20b photographs the game screen of the game played by the user U2 through the user U2's operation on the display unit 24.

When the play result when the game is played by the user U2 satisfies a predetermined condition (quest clear), the user terminal 20b transmits a play video of the game when the predetermined condition is met to the server 10 as a provided play video. (Step S170). The control unit 11 of the server 10 receives the provided play video transmitted from the user terminal 20b, stores the received provided play video in the storage unit 12, and transmits information to the user indicating that the provided play video can be provided. The terminal 20a and ultimately the user U1 are notified.

Next, the user terminal 20a transmits provision request information indicating a request for provision of the provided play video from the user U1 to the server 10 through an operation on the display unit 24 (step S180).

Next, the play video providing unit 11d receives the provision request information transmitted from the user terminal 20a, acquires the provided play video transmitted from the user terminal 20b from the storage unit 12, and provides it to the user terminal 20a and ultimately to the user U1. (send) (step S190).

Next, the user terminal 20a displays the provided play video provided by the play video providing unit 11d on the display unit 24 (step S200). Thereby, the user U1 can view a play video of a game in which a predetermined play result was obtained under the same play conditions as the user U1. The play video providing unit 11d displays the provided play video together with the game screen displayed when the game is played by the user U1 on the user terminal 20a, and reproduces the provided play video from a time corresponding to the progress of the game.

Next, the reward giving unit 11e gives the user U2 a first reward for providing the provided play video (step S210). Next, the control unit 11 of the server 10 transmits and receives game management information to and from the user terminal 20a when the play result when the user U1 plays the game satisfies a predetermined condition (quest play). This is detected by (step S220). Finally, the reward giving unit 11e gives the user U2 a second reward for the play result satisfying a predetermined condition (quest play) when played by the user U1 who viewed the provided play video (step S230 ).

As described in detail above, in the first embodiment, the server 10 (information processing device) includes a provision request receiving section 11a and a play video providing section 11d. The provision request receiving unit 11a receives a request to provide a play video of the game under the play conditions specified by the user U1 (first user). If the play result when the game is played under the play conditions by the user U2 (second user) who has received the request for providing the video satisfies a predetermined condition, the play video providing unit 11d displays the game play when the predetermined condition is met. The video is controlled to be provided to the user U1 as a play video.

According to the first embodiment configured in this way, the user U1 can be made to watch a play video of a game in which a predetermined play result was obtained under the same play conditions as the user U1, and the satisfaction level of the user U1 is improved. can be done.

In the first embodiment described above, the play video providing unit 11d stores the content of the game played by the user U2 who has received the request for provision in the storage unit 12 as play log information, and Based on this, a play video to be provided may be generated and provided to the user U1.

Further, in the first embodiment, after accepting the request for providing a play video, the provision request receiving unit 11a determines that the play result when the game is played by the user U1 satisfies a predetermined condition (for example, quest clear). If so, the relevant provision request will be deleted. If the game is being played by the user U2 who has accepted the provision request, or if the video of the game being played is uploaded to the server 10 when the play result satisfies the predetermined conditions. , the reward giving unit 11e gives a reward to the user U2.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the reward granting unit 11e may be configured to provide a reward unit 11e that, when a plurality of provided play videos are viewed by the user U1 (first user) before the play result satisfies the predetermined condition, the reward granting unit 11e Based on the viewing conditions, a reward may be given to the user U2 (second user) who is the provider of the provided play video determined from a plurality of provided play videos. Here, the viewing conditions include, for example, the playback time is long on the user terminal 20a, the number of times the playback is repeated on the user terminal 20a is large, the user U1 has given a high evaluation, and the user U1 has not watched the video most recently. Another example is that it is played over the game screen on the user terminal 20a.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the play condition setting unit 11c sets play conditions when the play result when the user U1 plays the game does not satisfy the predetermined conditions, and additional conditions set by the user U1. Based on this, play conditions for the game to be played by the user U2 may be set after receiving the request for provision. Here, the additional conditions include, for example, placing a limit on the upper limit of HP (hit points) of the character, placing a limit on the techniques that the character can use, and the like.

(Second embodiment)
Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described based on the drawings. FIG. 8 is a block diagram showing an example of the functional configuration of the server 10 (control unit 11A) according to the second embodiment. In FIG. 12, components designated by the same reference numerals as those shown in FIG. 4 have the same functions, and thus redundant explanation will be omitted here.

As shown in FIG. 8, the control unit 11A according to the second embodiment further includes a recommendation unit 11f as a functional configuration.

After viewing the provided play video by the user U1, if the play result when the game is played by the user U1 does not satisfy a predetermined condition for a predetermined number of times, the recommendation unit 11f selects the provided play video that has not been viewed by the user U1. is recommended to user U1. Here, the predetermined condition is, for example, clearing a quest.

The play video providing unit 11d plays back the provided play video recommended for viewing by the user U1 from the point in time when the predetermined condition is not satisfied, on the user terminal 20a.

According to the second embodiment configured in this way, after viewing the provided play video, if the play result when the game is played by the user U1 does not satisfy the predetermined condition for a predetermined number of times, the user U1 may It is possible to suitably recommend viewing of provided play videos that have not been provided.

Note that the above embodiments are merely examples of implementation of the present invention, and the technical scope of the present invention should not be construed as limited by these embodiments. That is, the present invention can be implemented in various forms without departing from its gist or main features.

The characteristic functions and effects of the above embodiments are summarized below.

The information processing device (server 10) includes a provision request receiving section 11a and a play video providing section 11d. The provision request receiving unit 11a receives a request to provide a play video of the game under the play conditions specified by the user U1 (first user). If the play result when the game is played under the play conditions by the user U2 (second user) who has received the request for providing the video satisfies a predetermined condition, the play video providing unit 11d displays the game play when the predetermined condition is met. The video is controlled to be provided to the user U1 as a play video.

With such a configuration, the user U1 can watch a play video of a game in which a predetermined play result was obtained under the same play conditions as the user U1, and the satisfaction level of the user U1 can be improved.

The information processing device further includes a reward giving unit 11e. After viewing the provided play video by the user U1, the reward granting unit 11e provides a reward to the user U2, who is the provider of the provided play video, if the play result when the user U1 plays the game satisfies a predetermined condition. Give.

With such a configuration, if the play result when the user U1 plays the game after viewing the provided play video satisfies a predetermined condition, a reward is given to the user U2 who is the provider of the provided play video. be able to.

When a plurality of provided play videos are viewed by the user U1 before the play result satisfies a predetermined condition, the reward granting unit 11e provides a reward determined from the plurality of provided play videos based on the viewing conditions that the user U1 has satisfied. A reward is given to the user U2 who is the provider of the play video.

With such a configuration, based on the viewing conditions satisfied by the user U1, a reward is given to the user U2, who is the provider of the provided play video that is considered to have contributed the most to the play result satisfying the predetermined conditions. be able to.

The play video providing unit 11d displays the provided play video together with the game screen displayed when the game is played by the user U1, and reproduces the provided play video from a time corresponding to the progress of the game.

With such a configuration, when displaying the provided play video together with the game screen, the provided play video can be played from a time corresponding to the progress of the game played by the user U1, and the provided play video can be viewed. User U1's satisfaction level can be improved.

The information processing device further includes a recommendation section 11f. After viewing the provided play video by the user U1, if the play result when the game is played by the user U1 does not satisfy a predetermined condition for a predetermined number of times, the recommendation unit 11f selects the provided play video that has not been viewed by the user U1. is recommended to user U1.

With such a configuration, after viewing the provided play video, if the play result when the game is played by the user U1 does not satisfy the predetermined condition for a predetermined number of times, the provided play that has not been viewed by the user U1 Viewing of videos can be recommended appropriately.

The information processing device further includes a notification section 11b. The notification unit 11b identifies games for which the user U2 has satisfied a predetermined condition and games for which the predetermined condition has not been satisfied, and notifies the user U2 of a request for provision.

With such a configuration, the user U2 can distinguish between a request to provide a play video related to a game that has met the predetermined condition and a request to provide a play video related to a game that has not met the predetermined condition. When preferentially accepting a request to provide a play video related to a game for which conditions have been met, the request can be easily selected and accepted.

The provision request accepting unit 11a accepts a request to provide a play video when the play result when the user U1 plays the game does not satisfy a predetermined condition.

With such a configuration, by accepting a request for providing a play video on the condition that the play result when the game is played by the user U1 does not satisfy a predetermined condition, unnecessary requests for providing a play video can be avoided. can be reduced.

The information processing device further includes a play condition setting section 11c. If the play result when the game is played by the user U1 does not satisfy a predetermined condition before accepting the request for provision, the play condition setting unit 11c determines whether or not the request for provision is received based on the play conditions of the game in that case. In this step, play conditions for playing the game by user U2 are set.

With such a configuration, the play conditions when the game is played by the user U2 are preferably set based on the play conditions when the play result when the game is played by the user U1 does not satisfy the predetermined conditions. Can be set to .

After receiving the provision request, the play condition setting unit 11c sets the play condition based on the play condition when the play result when the game is played by the user U1 does not satisfy the predetermined condition and the additional condition set by the user U1. In this step, play conditions for playing the game by user U2 are set.

With such a configuration, the game can be played by the user U2 based on the play conditions when the play result when the game is played by the user U1 does not satisfy the predetermined conditions and the additional conditions set by the user U1. It is possible to suitably set the play conditions when the game is played.

In the information processing method executed by the information processing device, the computer receives a request to provide a game play video under play conditions specified by a user U1, and the computer receives a request to provide a game play video under the play conditions specified by the user U2 who has accepted the request. When the play result when the game is played satisfies a predetermined condition, the play video of the game when the predetermined condition is satisfied is controlled to be provided to the user U1 as the provided play video.

With such a configuration, the user U1 can watch a play video of a game in which a predetermined play result was obtained under the same play conditions as the user U1, and the satisfaction level of the user U1 can be improved.

The information processing program executed by the information processing device causes the computer to receive a request to provide a game play video under the play conditions specified by the user U1, and to cause the user U2 who has accepted the request to play the game under the play conditions. When the play result when the game is played satisfies a predetermined condition, a process of controlling the play video of the game when the predetermined condition is satisfied can be provided to the user U1 as a play video to be provided is executed.

With such a configuration, the user U1 can watch a play video of a game in which a predetermined play result was obtained under the same play conditions as the user U1, and the satisfaction level of the user U1 can be improved.

1: Game system, 10: Server, 11, 11A: Control unit, 11a: Provision request reception unit, 11b: Notification unit, 11c: Play condition setting unit, 11d: Play video providing unit, 11e: Reward granting unit, 11f: Recommended section, 12: Storage section, 13: Communication section, 14: Operation input section, 15: Monitor, 16: System bus, 20, 20a, 20b, 20c: User terminal, 21: Control section, 22: Storage section, 23 : Communication department, 24: Display department, 25: Speaker, 26: Microphone, 27: Camera, 28: Operation button, 29: System bus, 40, 42, 44: Input box, 50: Request button, 60: Provision request button , 62: Details button, 64: Accept button, U, U1, U2: User

Claims (11)

An information processing device comprising a provision request receiving unit and a play video providing unit,
The provision request receiving unit receives a request to provide a play video of the game under play conditions specified by the first user,
When the play result when the game is played under the play conditions by the second user who accepted the provision request satisfies a predetermined condition, the play video providing unit is configured to provide a video of the game when the predetermined condition is met. controlling the play video to be provided to the first user as a play video;
Information processing device. Furthermore, it is equipped with a reward granting section,
The reward granting unit is configured to provide the provided play video if, after the first user views the provided play video, a play result when the first user plays the game satisfies the predetermined condition. giving a reward to the original second user;
The information processing device according to claim 1. When the plurality of provided play videos are viewed by the first user before the play result satisfies the predetermined condition, the reward granting unit provides a plurality of the provided play videos based on the viewing condition satisfied by the first user. giving a reward to the second user who is the provider of the provided play video determined from the provided play video;
The information processing device according to claim 2. The play video providing unit displays the provided play video together with a game screen displayed when the game is played by the first user, and plays the provided play video from a time corresponding to the progress of the game. do,
The information processing device according to claim 1. Also includes a recommendation section,
The recommendation unit is configured to recommend the first user if the play result when the game is played by the first user does not satisfy the predetermined condition a predetermined number of times after the first user views the provided play video. Recommending the first user to view the provided play video that has not been viewed by the user;
The information processing device according to claim 1. Additionally equipped with a notification section,
The notification unit identifies games for which the second user has satisfied the predetermined condition and games for which the predetermined condition has not been satisfied, and notifies the second user of the provision request.
The information processing device according to claim 1. The provision request receiving unit accepts a request to provide the play video if the play result when the game is played by the first user does not satisfy the predetermined condition.
The information processing device according to claim 1. It also includes a play condition setting section,
If the play result when the game is played by the first user before accepting the provision request does not satisfy the predetermined condition, the play condition setting unit may set the play condition based on the play condition of the game in that case. , setting play conditions when the game is played by the second user after accepting the request for provision;
The information processing device according to claim 1. The play condition setting unit is configured to set a play condition based on a play condition when the game is played by the first user and the play result does not satisfy the predetermined condition, and an additional condition set by the first user. , setting play conditions when the game is played by the second user after accepting the request for provision;
The information processing device according to claim 8. The computer accepts a request to provide a game play video under play conditions specified by the first user,
If the play result when the game is played under the play conditions by the second user who accepted the provision request satisfies a predetermined condition, the computer provides a play video of the game when the predetermined condition is met. controlling the play video so that it can be provided to the first user as a play video;
Information processing method. to the computer,
a process of accepting a request for providing a game play video under play conditions specified by the first user;
If the play result when the game is played under the play conditions by the second user who has accepted the provision request satisfies a predetermined condition, the play video of the game when the predetermined condition is met is used as the provided play video. A process for controlling the provision to the first user;
An information processing program that executes.