JP3047742U - Portable gaming devices - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Problem] To provide a portable game device capable of controlling the progress of a game by a novel operation method of vibrating the game device. SOLUTION: The portable game device 10 having an image display means 26 includes vibration variable data generation means 21 for detecting vibration of the game device 10 by a user and generating variable data according to the vibration, Includes data as elements of game progress.

Description

[Detailed description of the invention]

[0001]

[Technical field to which the invention belongs]

 The present invention relates to a portable game device having image display means.

[0002]

[Prior art]

 In recent years, portable game devices that can be carried around like key chains have gained popularity. This type of portable game device has an image display means on the surface of a case having a required shape, and a ROM or a CPU storing a game program is accommodated in the case. The game program in the ROM is controlled by the CPU using operation buttons arranged on the surface of the case, and the game is advanced.

[0005] However, in the conventional portable game apparatuses, the game is advanced by operation buttons, and the game contents lack surprisingness. In particular, the game progression was likely to be monotonous because the user became skilled in button operations while repeatedly playing the game.

[0004] Some portable game devices, which are equipped with a game cassette and are about the same size as a notebook, can play against a portable game device of the same type via a communication cable. However, even in this battle mode, since the game is advanced with the operation buttons, the progress of the game is affected by the skill of the operation buttons, and the game has a little unexpectedness.

[0005]

[Problems to be solved by the invention]

 The present invention has been made in view of the above points, and an object of the present invention is to provide a portable game device that can enjoy a fresh game feeling that the progress of the game can be influenced by a new operation method of vibrating the game device. Is what you do.

[0006]

[Means for Solving the Problems]

 The invention according to claim 1 is a portable game device having image display means, comprising: vibration variable data generation means for detecting vibration of the game device by a user and generating variable data according to the vibration; It is characterized by including variable data as an element of game progress.

According to a second aspect of the present invention, in the first aspect, the progress speed of the game is changed depending on the value of the variable data. The invention according to claim 3 is characterized in that the invention according to claim 1 or 2 is provided with another device connection means for data communication with a game device of the same type or another type. According to the invention, the difference between the variable data generated by the vibration of each portable game device and the other portable game device connected via the other device connection means in claim 3 is described. Is included as an element of the game progress.

[0008]

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

 Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a portable game device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the connection with the opponent portable game device in the portable game device of the embodiment, and FIG. FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing a circuit in the game device of the embodiment, FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a part of a game flow in the game device of the embodiment, FIG. 5 is a diagram showing a continuation of the flowchart of FIG. FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a portable game device according to another embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a portable game device according to another embodiment.

[0009]

【Example】

 As shown in FIG. 1, such a portable game device 10 has a predetermined shape that is easy to carry and easy to operate, and is located at the center of the surface of a case 11 in which various means such as a CPU and a ROM are stored. An image display 27 is provided, several operation buttons 12 are provided in the vicinity of the image display unit 27, and the operation button 12 is operated by a battery housed in the case 11. As the operation buttons 12 in this embodiment, three buttons a, b, and c are provided below the image display section 27, and a heart-shaped button d is provided on a side portion thereof. Button a is for selecting an icon that appears during the game, button b is for determination, button c is for canceling various functions and switching between a clock screen and a sound setting screen, and the heart button d is for a special function. It is also a function key.

At one end of the case 11, a mounting portion 13 for a key holder or the like is provided, and at the other end of the case 11, a detachable cap 15 is provided. 14 can be hidden. As shown in FIG. 2, the other device connection connector portion 14 is connected to the connector portion 14A of another portable game device 10A of the same type, and thereby the data is connected between the two game devices combined. Communication, so that more interesting or novel games can be developed.

Further, depending on the game content of the portable game device 10, the other device connection connector section 14 is connected to the adapter 42 as shown in FIG. It is also possible to enjoy the game by connecting to such as 41. In that case, the adapter 42 may contain a game program for supplementing the game of the portable game device 10. The other types of game devices to which the portable game device 10 is connected may be not only home game devices but also business game devices installed in game centers and the like. Further, as shown in FIG. 7, a connection portion 44 for connecting to the portable game device 10 is provided on a seal print device 43 installed in a town or a fancy goods store, and the portable game device 10 is connected to the connection portion 44. It is also possible to connect the device 10 to perform printing or the like. The data communication means may be directly connected via the connector section 14 or may be performed via optical communication, radio waves, cables, or the like.

As shown in the block diagram of FIG. 3, this portable game apparatus 10 has a case 11, a CPU 20, a vibration variable data generator 21, a ROM 24, a RAM 25, an image display, in addition to the operation buttons 12. It has means 26, other device connection means 30, audio output means 31, and timer function 34.

The CPU 20 is connected to various means and controls the operation of each means in accordance with a game program stored in the ROM 24 in advance. The CPU 20 generates not only operation signals from the operation buttons 12 but also vibration variable data generation. The game program is advanced by incorporating the signal from the means 21.

The ROM 24 stores in advance game image data and sound effect data corresponding to the image data, in addition to a game program for controlling and operating the CPU 20. In the RAM 25, data during the progress of the game and the like are recorded so as to be automatically readable at any time. In particular, in the case of RPG or the like, the game can be played from the continuation of the previous time, such as restarting the game after interrupting the game in the middle of the game.

The vibration variable data generation means 21 generates variable data (parameters) in the variable generation circuit 22 according to the amount of vibration detected by the vibration sensing unit 23, and transmits the variable data to the CPU 20. The variable data converted from the vibration sent to the CPU 20 is incorporated in the game program and forms one element of the game progress together with the operation of the operation buttons 12. The elements of this game progress are appropriately determined according to the game content. For example, in the case of a pet breeding game, different variable data is generated depending on the magnitude of the vibration shaking the case 11, the length of the vibration time, the number of vibrations, and the like, and the growth rate of the pet is changed according to the value of the variable data. For example, in the case of a fighting game, the power of a punching force, a bomb, or the like is varied according to the value of variable data generated according to the vibration state, or a win or loss is determined. For example, when the number of vibrations is 100, a numerical value of 100 is generated as vibration variable data.

The image display means 26 displays game image data read from the ROM 24, and comprises an image display circuit 28 and an image display section 27 exposed on the surface of the case 11. The sound output means 31 amplifies the sound effect data read from the ROM 24 by the amplifier circuit 32 so that the sound effect device 33 can hear the sound effect data. A speaker or the like is used as the sound generation device 33. A small hole is made in the case 11 where the sound generating device 33 such as a speaker is located, so that the sound can be easily output to the outside.

The operation of the portable game device 10 having such a structure will be described with reference to the game progress flowcharts shown in FIGS. 4 and 5. An example of the game shown here is a game in which a pet is moved from the start to the goal, while the pet is raised cutely or a friend is found along the way. Of course, the portable game device 10 of the present invention is not necessarily limited to a game related to pets, but has appropriate contents. The game device 10 is always powered on by the battery housed in the case 11, and can be hung on a user's belt or the like.

First, when the heart button d is pressed, an operation signal is sent to the CPU 20, whereby a game program in the ROM 24 is called, an image is displayed on the image display means 26, and the game is started. When the game starts, the pet starts walking from the starting point to the goal. At the same time, the vibration variable data generating means 21 operates, and the vibration detecting section 23 detects the presence or absence of vibration applied to the portable game apparatus 10. The portable game apparatus 10 automatically advances with time irrespective of the presence or absence of vibration, but when vibration is applied, a variable is set according to the degree of vibration detected by the vibration sensing unit 23. It is converted into variable data by the generation circuit 22, and the walking speed of the pet changes according to the variable data, that is, the degree of vibration.

In the portable game apparatus 10, a walking pet encounters various situations, and when something abnormal occurs in the pet in the game, a calling sign calling out to the player from the game is displayed on the image display unit 27. And is sent to the sound generator 33 to be displayed and indicated by sound. When this sign is issued, the player confirms the cause (parameter) of the incident with the button a, selects an icon to deal with the incident with the button a, decides and processes with the button b, and avoids the incident again. Check whether it was completed (parameter). Then, at this time, if the incident is avoided, the game proceeds further, and if not avoided, the game returns to the starting point again.

The icons selected by the button a include confirmation of parameters, meals given to pets, exercise (aerobics), fashion, toilets, treatment, selection of pets, and the like. The above parameters display the current status of the pet and various types of information, and allow the user to grasp the status of the pet, such as the health status, cuteness, and cleanliness of the pet, which change from time to time. In addition, meals, exercise (aerobics), toilets, treatments, etc., are managed to maintain the pet's good health, and fashion, etc., adjusts mental aspects.

[0021] In addition to the incidents that can be avoided by selecting the icons as described above, there are also prepared accidents that must be overcome by the vibration of the game device. In such a situation, the player presses the heart button d and gives the game device a sudden vibration for a predetermined number of times (for example, one minute) for a predetermined number of times, whereby the vibration variable generating means outputs variable data of a predetermined value or more. Must be caused. If the number of vibrations is equal to or more than the specified number, the game proceeds further, and if the number of specified times is insufficient, the game starts again from the starting point.

In the game, a pet may encounter another pet while the game is in progress. Also at this time, the call sign is shown by the screen and the sound, and the player can increase the number of stock pets by operating the heart button d and vibrating as described above to associate or marry. If the user presses the c button at the time of encountering the other pet, the pet can be separated without performing any action.

Further, since the portable game apparatus 10 has a built-in timer function 34, the pet in the game automatically sleeps according to the time, and the player can manage meals and toilets at regular intervals. If you do not do this securely, your pet will be sick and the game will slow down. Further, the pet of the game grows with the passage of time by the timer function 34 and the value of the vibration variable data based on the vibration amount. This growth is divided into a “BABY phase”, a “KIDS phase”, a “YOUNG phase”, and an “AD ULT phase”, and the shape of the pet changes. It is said that marriage or childbirth cannot be successful unless it is during the “ADULT period”.

In the middle of the game, when the portable game device 10A of the same type is connected to the other portable game device 10A by the connector portion 14 of the other device connection means 30, the player of the opponent portable game device 10A encounters a pet grown, Can give birth. Also in this case, whether or not the marriage and childbirth of the pet are successful is determined according to the amount of vibration applied to the portable game apparatuses 10 and 10A. Furthermore, depending on the result, game development changes, such as changes in pet parameters. By communicating data with the portable game device 10A of the other party connected in this way, new vibration variable data and other data are taken into the CPU 20 and added as a game progress element. The game content is completely different due to the difference in the level of the vibration variable data of the portable game device 10A, so that a new game that has never been seen before can be experienced.

When a pet reaches a branch point or a goal point in the game, an event called “lovely contest” is performed. In this contest, whether or not to win is determined by the status of parameters such as “pretty” and weight of the pet and the degree of “appeal” due to the vibration of the game device. Furthermore, in the contest at the goal point, the winning trophy obtained in the contest at the fork is eligible to participate, and without this trophy the game ends at the bad end at this point, and in the contest at this goal point If you win, you can marry the prince of the castle and end the game with a happy ending.

In this game, if the pet spends a long time in a sick state, it becomes “GIVE UP” and disappears. At that time, select the stock pet and proceed with the game again. The game is over when there are no more pets in stock.

Except for the end of the game by “GIVE UP” described above, a password is displayed on the last screen in both the happy ending and the bad ending. When any one of the a, b, and c buttons is pressed on this password screen, a new pet is displayed. A baby is born and you can start a new game.

The password is set when the game apparatus 10 is connected to a home game machine 41 as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, a business game machine such as a game center, or a seal print apparatus 44. By being input to these other devices, it is also possible to display an image or the like that cannot be viewed during normal connection. As described above, according to the game device 10, not only the game content can be developed, but also how to enjoy the game can be developed in a variety of ways.

[0029]

[Effect of the invention]

 As shown and described above, according to the portable game device of the present invention, variable data is generated in accordance with the vibration applied to the game device, and the variable data is made a part of the game progress element. It is not only due to button operation, but also affected by difficult-to-control vibrations, which adds surprisingness to game development and allows the game to progress without becoming monotonous due to the skill of button operation. it can.

Further, since the portable game device of the present invention has another device connection means, by connecting to the same or another type of game device or the like, data communication with another device and new game development can be performed. You can enjoy a wide range of games, such as having fun or transferring to full-scale game devices and other amusement devices.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a portable game device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing connection with the opponent portable game device in the portable game device of the embodiment.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing a circuit of the game device of the embodiment.

FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a flow of a part of a game in the game device of the embodiment.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing a remaining flow of the game in the game device of the embodiment.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view illustrating a portable game device according to another embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing the use of another embodiment.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 Portable game apparatus 11 Case 13 Operation button 14 Connector part for connection with other devices 20 CPU 21 Vibration variable data generation means 24 ROM 25 RAM 26 Image display means 30 Other device connection means 31 Audio output means

Claims (4)

[Utility model registration claims] 1. A portable game device having an image display means, comprising: vibration variable data generating means for detecting vibration of the game device by a user and generating variable data according to the vibration; A portable game device characterized by being a part of a progression element. 2. The portable game device according to claim 1, wherein the progress speed of the game changes according to the vibration variable data. 3. The portable game device according to claim 1, further comprising another device connection means for exchanging data with a game device of the same type or another type. 4. A game progress element according to claim 3, wherein vibration variable data generated by the vibration of each portable game device is connected to the other portable game device connected via another device connection means. A portable game device characterized by being a part.