JP7382421B2 - gaming device - Google Patents

Description

The present disclosure relates to a game device, and more specifically, to a game device that plays using a game ball.

2. Description of the Related Art There are a wide variety of games played using game balls, and they have become widespread.

Table tennis is an example of a game played using a game ball. Table tennis is an indoor game that is widely popular among people of all ages and genders, and can be enjoyed even in a relatively small space with only a table, a racket, and a table tennis ball.

Yet another example is beer pong, a game similar to table tennis that originated in the United States in the 1950s. Beer pong is also an indoor game that can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages, and can be enjoyed even in a relatively small space with only a table, a cup, and a ball (for example, a table tennis ball).

Beer pong is a game in which players throw balls into cups placed at both ends of the table. In some cases, the cups are filled with drink or water, and there may be six or ten cups arranged in a triangular shape at the edge of the table. Usually, two teams of two to four people compete. Also, the rule is that the player who hits all the cups placed on the opposing team wins.

Beer pong has recently become popular not only in its birthplace of the United States, but also domestically.

On the other hand, in games played using game balls and a table, the table is usually not equipped with electronic devices. It can be difficult to add entertainment elements to tables such as those mentioned above. Furthermore, when using a regular table, there may be an inconvenience in that the players must calculate the game points themselves.

Accordingly, there may be a need in the art for a gaming device (or game, table) that can add an entertainment element and be convenient (e.g., game point calculation).

U.S. Patent No. 10525319

The present disclosure has been devised in view of the above-mentioned background art, and an object of the present disclosure is to provide a game device that recognizes a game ball thrown toward a game table.

The technical problems in the present disclosure are not limited to the above-mentioned technical problems, and those skilled in the art can clearly understand technical problems other than the above-mentioned ones based on the following description.

A game device is disclosed based on a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure to solve the problems as described above. The apparatus comprises: a game table comprising: a first section in which at least one first game cup is disposed; and a second section on which a ball bounces; and A bounce sensing unit may be included in the second section and detect whether the ball bounces on the second section.

The bounce sensing unit may sense vibrations generated in the second section, and may recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section if the vibrations exceed a preset magnitude.

Further, the bounce sensing unit can sense a change in weight in the second section, and if there is a change in weight in the second section, it can be recognized that the ball has bounced in the second section.

The bounce sensing unit includes a camera unit that acquires video data, and can recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section using the video data acquired by the camera unit.

Further, the bound sensing unit acquires an image related to the second section from the horizontal direction through the camera unit during a round of the game, and recognizes a preset shape or a preset hue in the image. If so, it can be recognized that the ball has bounced in the second section.

The bound sensing unit includes an oscillating unit that generates a high frequency to form a magnetic field; and a magnetic field detecting unit that senses changes in the magnetic field, and the ball has a predetermined magnetic permeability. ) can contain metallic substances.

Further, the bound sensing section uses the oscillation section to form a magnetic field on the second section at a first point in time when a round of the game starts, and uses the magnetic field detection section to form a magnetic field on the second section at a first point in time after the first point in time. If a change in the magnetic field is recognized at the second time point, it can be recognized that the ball has bounced in the second section.

The bound sensing unit may include a transistor unit that senses a magnetic field, and the ball may include a magnetic unit that generates the magnetic field.

Further, the bound sensing section (220) uses the transistor section to detect a magnetic field generated by the magnetic section included in the ball on the second section at a second point in time after the first point in time when a round of the game starts. If so, it can be recognized that the ball has bounced in the second section.

Further, the bound sensing unit may include a reading unit that outputs an electromagnetic field to read an electronic tag included in the ball.

Further, the bound sensing section uses the reading section to output an electromagnetic field onto the second section at a first point in time when a round of the game starts, and uses the reading section to output an electromagnetic field onto the second section at a first point in time after the first point in time. If the electronic tag is read on the second section at two points in time, it can be recognized that the ball bounced on the second section.

Further, the bound sensing section can recognize a player corresponding to the electronic tag by reading the electronic tag using the reading section.

Further, the device further includes a control unit that calculates game points using sensing data sensed by a sensing unit provided at the game table, and the control unit is configured to calculate game points when the ball bounces in the second section. When sensing data indicating that the game point has been played is obtained through the bound sensing unit, a weight can be given when calculating the game point.

The device may further include a ball sensing unit provided in the first section and configured to sense whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup. I can do it.

In addition, the game table may further include a pad provided in a region of the first section to prevent the ball from bouncing.

Further, the game table may have a structure in which the first section and the second section can be separated.

Further, the game table may further include a third section located in a direction opposite to the direction in which the first section is located in the second section, and in which at least one second game cup is arranged.

In addition, the apparatus may further include a slow line irradiation unit that is installed on the bottom or side surface of the game table and irradiates a throw line to the outside.

The device also includes a control unit that recognizes whether or not a preset event has occurred based on sensing data sensed by the sensing unit; and a memory that stores video or sound effects corresponding to the preset event. ; can further include;

Further, the device includes a display unit that is provided in an area of the game table and outputs an image corresponding to the preset event when the control unit recognizes that the preset event has occurred; The device may further include an audio unit that outputs a sound effect corresponding to the preset event when the control unit recognizes that the preset event has occurred.

The technical solutions obtained by the present disclosure are not limited to the above-mentioned solutions, and those with ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which this disclosure pertains will clearly understand solutions other than the above from the following description. can.

The present disclosure provides a game device that recognizes the bounce of a ball thrown on a game table, and can improve convenience for game players.

The effects obtained by the present disclosure are not limited to the solutions described above, and those with ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which the present disclosure pertains can clearly understand effects other than those described above based on the following description.

Next, various embodiments will be described with reference to the drawings. In the following description of the drawings, similar drawing numbers are used to indicate similar components. In the following examples, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are provided to aid in a comprehensive understanding of one or more aspects. It will be apparent, however, that such element(s) may be practiced without these details.
FIG. 1 is a block configuration diagram showing a game device in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing a game device according to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 3 is an exploded perspective view showing a game device according to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining a first example of a method for recognizing a ball in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 5 is a diagram for explaining a second example of a method for recognizing a ball in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining an example of a ball in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating an example of a guard portion and a through hole that can be included in a game device according to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 8 is a drawing for explaining an example of a guard part and a through hole that can be included in a game device according to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining an example of a table module in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 10 is a diagram for explaining a first example of a combination structure of table modules in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining a second example of a table module coupling structure in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 12 is a diagram for explaining a third example of the coupling structure of table modules in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 13 is a diagram for explaining a fourth example of a table module coupling structure in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 14 is a diagram for explaining a fifth example of a table module coupling structure in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 15 is a diagram for explaining a sixth example of a table module coupling structure in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining an example of a slow line in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 17 is a diagram for explaining the position of the slow line and the slow line irradiation unit in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 18 is a drawing for explaining an example of a slow line irradiation unit in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 19 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a method by which a control unit of a game device calculates game points in a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining an example of an application screen related to a game executed on a game device according to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure.

Various embodiments and/or aspects are disclosed below with reference to the drawings. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are disclosed to aid in the general understanding of an aspect. However, those of ordinary skill in the art of this disclosure will also appreciate that such aspect(s) may be practiced without these specific details. I can do it. The following description and accompanying drawings detail certain example aspects of one or more aspects. However, these aspects are illustrative, and some of the various methods based on the principles of various embodiments may be utilized, and the description provided herein is intended to describe such aspects and their implementation. is intended to include all equivalents of . Specifically, "example," "example," "aspect," "exemplary," and the like, as used herein, mean that any aspect or design described herein is superior to other aspects or designs; May not be interpreted as beneficial.

Hereinafter, the same or similar components will be denoted by the same reference numerals regardless of the reference numerals in the drawings, and overlapping explanations thereof will be omitted. Furthermore, when describing the embodiments disclosed in this specification, specific explanations regarding known techniques may make the gist of the embodiments disclosed in this specification unclear. If so, the detailed explanation will be omitted. Furthermore, the accompanying drawings are only for facilitating understanding of the embodiments disclosed herein, and the technical ideas disclosed herein are not limited by the accompanying drawings. do not have.

The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing examples and is not intended to limit the disclosure. In this specification, words in the singular include the plural unless otherwise specified. Also, the term "comprises" or "comprising" used as a predicate or modifier excludes the presence or addition of one or more other components other than those directly mentioned in the sentence. It shall mean not to do so.

Although the terms "first", "second", etc. are used to describe various elements and components, these elements and components are not limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element or component from another. Therefore, the first element or component described below can also be a second element or component within the technical idea of the present disclosure.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the meanings that are commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. can be used. Additionally, terms defined in commonly used dictionaries shall not be construed ideally or unduly unless otherwise defined.

The term "or" is intended to mean an inclusive or rather than an exclusive or. That is, unless otherwise specified or clear from the context, "X utilizes A or B" shall mean one of the natural connotative permutations. In other words, if X uses A; X uses B; or X uses both A and B, "X uses A or B" applies to either of these. can do. Additionally, the term "and/or" herein should be understood to refer to and include all possible combinations of one or more of the related listed items.

Additionally, the terms "information" and "data" used herein can often be used interchangeably.

When a component is described as being "connected," "connected," or "connected" to another component, it does not mean that it is directly connected to, connected to, or connected to that other component. It should be understood that although they may be connected, there may also be other components in between. On the other hand, when a component is described as being "directly connected," "directly connected," or "directly connected" to another component, there are no other components in between. It should be understood that

The suffixes "module" and "part" used in the following explanations regarding the constituent elements are added or used together for the sole purpose of facilitating the preparation of the specification, and these suffixes themselves are They do not each have a specific meaning or role.

When a component or layer is referred to as "on" or "on" another component or layer, it refers only to the element or layer directly above the other component or layer. However, it also includes cases where other layers or other components are present in between. On the other hand, when a component is described as "directly on" or "immediately above," it means that no other component or hierarchy exists between the components.

Spatially relative terms such as "below", "beneath", "lower", "above", "upper", etc. are indicated in the drawings. It can be used to easily describe one component or its correlation with other components. Spatially relative terms should be understood to include different orientations of each element when used in conjunction with the orientation shown in the drawings or during operation.

For example, if a component shown in a drawing is turned upside down, a component described as "below" or "beneath" another component may be "below" or "beneath" of another component. may be placed "above". Thus, the exemplary term "below" can include both the downward and upward directions. Components can also be oriented in other directions, whereby spatially relative terms can be interpreted in terms of orientation.

The objects and effects of the present disclosure, as well as the technical configuration for achieving them, will become clear when referring to the embodiments described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. When describing the present disclosure, if it is determined that a detailed explanation of a known function or configuration may obscure the gist of the present disclosure, the detailed explanation will be omitted. The terms described below are defined in consideration of the functions in this disclosure, and may change depending on the intentions or customs of users and operators.

However, the present disclosure is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below, and can be embodied in various different forms. However, these Examples are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the scope of the disclosure to those skilled in the art, and will fully convey the scope of the disclosure to those skilled in the art. Defined by the scope of the term. Therefore, its definition should be determined based on the content described throughout this specification.

The scope of rights related to the method in the claims of the present disclosure arises from the functions and features described in each step, and unless the context of the order of each step constituting the method is clearly stated, The order in which each step is listed is not affected. For example, in a claim that describes a method that includes steps A and B, even if step A is stated before step B, the scope of the right is determined if step A must be performed before step B. There are no restrictions.

FIG. 1 is a block configuration diagram showing a game device in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to FIG. 1, the game device (1000) includes a control unit (100), a sensing unit (200), a memory (300), a display unit (400), an audio unit (500), a slow line irradiation unit (600), and an input unit. (700). However, the above-mentioned components are not essential when implementing the game device (1000), and the components included in the game device (1000) can be more or less than the above-mentioned components. .

According to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure, the game device (1000) can be a device related to a game table for playing a game using a ball. The gaming device (1000) can have any shape, for example, for providing a game (eg, beer pong) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Gaming device (1000) may include any type of computer system or device, such as, for example, a microprocessor, mainframe computer, digital processor, handheld device, device controller, and the like. The game device (1000) can provide players with entertainment elements and convenience related to games using balls.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, a gaming device (1000) includes a first section in which at least one first game cup is disposed and a second section in which a ball bounces. A game table may be included.

The game table will be described later with reference to FIG. 2.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, a ball can be pitched (i.e., can be thrown) toward a game cup by a player. Here, the ball may have an empty space inside, such as a table tennis ball. Also, the ball can contain certain substances or certain devices in its interior space.

The ball will be described later with reference to FIG. 6.

Meanwhile, the sensing unit (200) of the game device (1000) may include a ball sensing unit (210), a bound sensing unit (220), and a guard sensing unit (230). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of sensing units (200) may be greater or less than the above-mentioned sensing units depending on the sensing data required in a game using a ball.

First, the ball sensing unit (210) may be installed in a first section of the game table where at least one first game cup is placed. The position where the ball sensing unit (210) is provided will be described later with reference to FIGS. 2 and 3.

The ball sensing unit (210) can recognize whether a ball is located in a game cup in a game using a ball. For example, the ball sensing unit (210) can recognize whether a ball has entered an opponent's game cup in a beer pong game.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the ball sensing unit (210) can sense changes in the weight of the game cup and recognize whether a ball is located in the game cup.

Specifically, the ball sensing unit (210) may sense a change in the weight of each of the at least one first game cup. The ball sensing unit (210) also recognizes whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup based on the change in weight of each of the at least one first game cup. can do.

More specifically, the ball sensing unit (210) can recognize the weight of each of the at least one first game cup at a first time. The ball sensing unit (210) can recognize a first cup whose weight has changed among at least one first game cup at a second time point after the first time point. The ball sensing unit (210) recognizes that the ball is located in the first cup when the changed weight in the first cup is maintained for a preset time (for example, 3 seconds). I can do it. Meanwhile, the ball sensing unit (210) may recognize that the ball is not located in the first cup if the changed weight of the first cup is not maintained for a preset time.

As an example, a first cup may be recognized as having a first weight before the ball is thrown. If the thrown ball enters the first cup, it is possible for the thrown ball to change the weight of the first cup to a second weight. If the change from the first weight to the second weight as described above is maintained for a preset time, the ball sensing unit (210) may recognize that the ball has entered the first cup.

Here, the first time point may mean the time point at which a round of the game begins, the time point at which the ball is thrown, or the time point immediately before the ball is thrown. However, it is not limited to this.

Therefore, the ball sensing unit (210) can identify a case where the ball hits the cup, changes the weight of the cup, and then is bounced out of the cup and flies away. That is, the ball sensing unit (210) can accurately recognize whether the ball is located in the cup.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the ball sensing unit (210) may sense whether the ball is located in the game cup using video data.

Specifically, the ball sensing unit (210) may include a camera unit that acquires video data. In this case, the ball sensing unit (210) may recognize whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first cup using the image data acquired by the camera unit. . For example, changes in video data can be sensed by performing a difference calculation on two or more video data acquired at different times. The difference operation may include performing subtraction on two input operations and then using the absolute value of the resultant value to generate resultant video data.

As another example, changes in the video data can be sensed by calculating the absolute value of the difference in gray scale values between the video data based on gray scale values ranging from 0 to 255.

To give yet another example, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, comparing video data and/or sensing changes in video data is performed by extracting key points of the video and then using the extracted key points of the video. This can also be done by matching or comparing. Any method of extracting and comparing feature points of images can be used.

As yet another example, comparing video data and/or sensing changes in video data in an embodiment of the present disclosure may be performed by any form of deep learning-based video data comparison method. In the content of this disclosure, deep learning (deep learning) is a high-level abstraction (abstraction) by combining multiple nonlinear transformation methods, and extracts features and core contents from a large amount of data and complex materials. It can be defined as a collection of machine learning algorithms that perform tasks such as summarizing functions, and is a field of machine learning that teaches computers how humans think.

More specifically, the ball sensing unit (210) may obtain an internal image of each of the at least one first game cup at a first time point using a camera unit. The ball sensing unit (210) may recognize a first cup whose internal image has changed among at least one first game cup at a second time point after the first time point. The ball sensing unit (210) may recognize that the ball is located in the first cup if the changed image of the first cup is maintained for a preset time (for example, 3 seconds). I can do it. Meanwhile, the ball sensing unit 210 may recognize that the ball is not located in the first cup if the changed image of the first cup is not maintained for a preset time.

Therefore, the ball sensing unit (210) can accurately recognize whether the ball is located in the cup.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the ball sensing unit (210) may sense whether the ball is close to the game cup and recognize whether the ball is located in the game cup. can.

Specifically, the ball sensing unit (210) may include an oscillation unit that generates a high frequency wave to form a magnetic field, and a magnetic field detection unit that senses changes in the magnetic field. In this case, the ball may include a metal material having a predetermined magnetic permeability. Here, the magnetic permeability indicates the ratio between the magnetic field B and the induced magnetic field H. That is, the ball including the metal material can cause a change in the magnetic field generated by the oscillating part of the ball sensing part (210).

More specifically, the ball sensing unit (210) may form a magnetic field in each of the at least one first game cup at a first time point using an oscillating unit. The ball sensing unit (210) may recognize the first cup in which the magnetic field has changed among the at least one first game cup at a second time point after the first time point by using the magnetic field detection unit. can. The ball sensing unit (210) can recognize that the ball is located in the first cup when the changed magnetic field in the first cup is maintained for a preset time (e.g., 3 seconds). . Meanwhile, the ball sensing unit (210) may recognize that the ball is not located in the first cup if the changed magnetic field in the first cup is not maintained for a preset time.

Therefore, the ball sensing unit (210) can accurately determine whether the ball has passed around the cup, causing a change in the magnetic field, or whether the ball is located inside the cup, causing a change in the magnetic field. That is, the ball sensing unit (210) can accurately recognize whether the ball is located in the cup.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the ball sensing unit (210) can sense the magnetic field generated by the ball and recognize whether the ball is located in the game cup.

Specifically, the ball sensing unit 210 may include a transistor unit that senses a magnetic field. In this case, the ball can include a magnetic part that generates a magnetic field. Here, the magnetic part can be a permanent magnet. However, it is not limited to this.

More specifically, the ball sensing unit (210) uses a transistor unit to detect, at a first time point, a magnetic field generated by a magnetic part included in a ball in a first cup of at least one first game cup. can be recognized. The ball sensing unit (210) can recognize the magnetic field from the first cup at a second time point after the first time point. The ball sensing unit (210) may recognize that the ball is located in the first cup when a magnetic field is detected from the first cup for a preset time (eg, 3 seconds). Meanwhile, the ball sensing unit (210) may recognize that the ball is not located in the first cup if the magnetic field is not detected within a preset time from the first cup.

Therefore, the ball sensing unit (210) can accurately distinguish whether the ball passes around the cup and generates a magnetic field, or the ball is located inside the cup and generates a magnetic field. That is, the ball sensing unit (210) can accurately recognize whether the ball is located in the cup.

According to further embodiments of the present disclosure, the ball sensing unit (210) can read an electronic tag included in the ball to recognize whether the ball is located in the game cup.

Specifically, the ball sensing unit 210 may include a reading unit that outputs an electromagnetic field to read an electronic tag included in the ball. In this case, the ball may include an electronic tag.

More specifically, the ball sensing unit (210) may output an electromagnetic field to each of the at least one first game cup at the first time point using the reading unit. The ball sensing unit (210) can recognize the first cup whose electronic tag has been read out of the at least one first game cup at a second time point after the first time point using the reading unit. . The ball sensing unit (210) may recognize that the ball is located in the first cup if the electronic tag continues to be read for a preset time. Meanwhile, the ball sensing unit (210) can recognize that the ball is not located in the first cup if the electronic tag is not read for a preset time in the first cup.

Therefore, the ball sensing unit (210) can accurately recognize whether the ball is located in the cup.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the ball sensing unit (210) can recognize the player corresponding to the electronic tag by reading the electronic tag using the reading unit. Here, the electronic tag can store identification information of the player.

Therefore, the control unit (100) of the game device (1000) can calculate game points for each of the plurality of players using the identification information of the electronic tag corresponding to each of the plurality of players.

As described above, the ball sensing unit (210) in a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure includes a method using a change in weight, a method using video data, a method using a change in a magnetic field, a method using a magnetic field, and a method using a change in a magnetic field. It is possible to sense whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup using any one of the methods using an electronic tag.

According to still other embodiments of the present disclosure, the ball sensing unit (210) utilizes at least two of the above-described methods for recognizing whether the ball is located in the game cup. It is possible to recognize whether the ball is located in the game cup.

For example, the ball sensing unit (210) can determine that the recognized result value is 'true' only if the result values recognized by two or more methods are the same.

For example, the ball sensing unit (210) recognizes whether the ball is located in the game cup using the first method (e.g., the method using a change in weight) and the second method (e.g., a method using a change in weight). For example, it is possible to recognize whether the ball is located in the game cup using a method that uses changes in the magnetic field.

In this case, the ball sensing unit (210) uses the first method to recognize that the ball is located in the first cup of at least one first game cup, and uses the second method to recognize that the ball is located in the first cup of the at least one first game cup. It can be determined that the ball is located in the first cup only when it is recognized that the ball is located in the first cup.

Meanwhile, the ball sensing unit (210) uses the first method to recognize that the ball is located in the first cup of the at least one first game cup, and uses the second method to recognize the ball in the first cup of the at least one first game cup. If it is recognized that the ball is not located within the first cup, it may be determined that the ball is not located within the first cup.

Therefore, the ball sensing unit (210) can more accurately sense whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup. Here, the first method and the second method are merely terms used to distinguish between a plurality of different methods by which the ball sensing unit (210) recognizes whether or not the ball is located in the game cup. However, it is not limited to a specific method.

As another example, the ball sensing unit (210) determines that the result value is "only when the ratio of result values recognized by two or more methods exceeds a preset ratio (for example, 50%). It can be determined that it is true.

Therefore, the ball sensing unit (210) can more accurately sense whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the ball sensing unit (210) is configured to detect when a round ends or sensing data is acquired (i.e., when a ball is in any one of the at least one first game cup). is recognized as being located), the zero point of the ball sensing unit (210) can be adjusted.

When a round ends or when sensing data is acquired by the ball sensing unit (210), each of the at least one first game cup may vary by a specific value. For example, a drink may be added to one of the at least one first game cup, or a ball may be positioned, causing a change in weight. In this case, errors may occur in the sensing data due to fluctuations occurring in each of the at least one first game cup.

That is, in order to prevent errors in sensing data, the ball sensing unit (210) of the present disclosure detects when a round is finished, when throwing a ball is sensed, when the act of throwing a ball ends, or when sensing data is When the ball is acquired (that is, it is recognized that the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup), the zero point of the ball sensing unit (210) is adjusted or reset. be able to.

Therefore, the ball sensing unit (210) can more accurately sense whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup.

A bounce sensing unit (220) may be provided in the second section of the game table where the ball bounces. The position where the bound sensing unit (220) is provided will be described later with reference to FIGS. 2 and 3.

The bounce sensing unit (220) can sense whether a ball bounces on a game cup in a game using a ball. For example, in a beer pong game, the bounce sensing unit (220) can recognize whether the ball hits the game table (specifically, the second section) and bounces (bounces) before entering the cup. .

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the bounce sensing unit (220) senses vibrations generated in the second section and recognizes whether the ball bounces on the game table (specifically, the second section). can do.

Specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) can sense vibrations generated in the second section. The bounce sensing unit (220) may recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section if the detected vibration exceeds a preset magnitude.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the bounce sensing unit (220) senses a change in weight occurring in the second section, and detects when the ball bounces on the gaming table (specifically, the second section). be able to recognize whether

Specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) can sense a change in weight in the second section. The bounce sensing unit (220) can recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section when the weight of the second section changes.

On the other hand, the bound sensing unit (220) can also acquire the amount of change in weight that occurs in the second section. In this case, the bounce sensing unit (220) may recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section if the amount of weight change occurring in the second section exceeds a preset value.

According to further embodiments of the present disclosure, the bounce sensing unit (220) uses video data to recognize whether the ball bounces on the game table (specifically, the second section). be able to.

Specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) may include a camera unit that acquires video data. The bounce sensing unit (220) can recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section using the video data acquired by the camera unit.

More specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) may acquire an image of the second section from the horizontal direction through the camera unit during a round of the game. Then, when a preset shape (that is, the shape of the ball) or a preset hue (that is, the hue of the ball) is recognized from the video, the bound sensing unit (220) determines that the ball is in the second section. It can be recognized that the ball has bounced.

Here, the image related to the second section acquired from the horizontal direction may be an image taken from the side of the game table. Further, the image may be an image of a space above the second section from a position spaced apart from the top surface of the second section by a predetermined height.

According to further embodiments of the present disclosure, the bounce sensing unit (220) senses whether the ball is in close proximity on the second section of the gaming table and whether the ball bounces on the second section. can be recognized.

Specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) may include an oscillation unit that generates a high frequency wave to form a magnetic field, and a magnetic field detection unit that senses changes in the magnetic field. In this case, the ball may include a metal material having a predetermined magnetic permeability. Here, the magnetic permeability indicates the ratio between the magnetic field B and the induced magnetic field H. That is, the ball including the metal material can cause a change in the magnetic field generated by the oscillating part of the ball sensing part (210).

More specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) may generate a magnetic field on the second section at a first point in time when a round of the game begins using an oscillating unit. Further, the bound sensing unit (220) can recognize a change in the magnetic field at a second time point after the first time point using the magnetic field detection unit. When the bounce sensing unit (220) recognizes a change in the magnetic field at the second time point, it can recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section.

According to further embodiments of the present disclosure, the bounce sensing unit (220) can sense the magnetic field generated from the ball and recognize whether the ball has bounced in the second section.

Specifically, the bound sensing unit 220 may include a transistor unit that senses a magnetic field. In this case, the ball can include a magnetic part that generates a magnetic field. Here, the magnetic part can be a permanent magnet. However, it is not limited to this.

More specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) uses a transistor unit to generate the magnetic part contained in the ball on the second section at a second time point after the first time point when a round of the game starts. If a magnetic field is detected, it can be recognized that the ball has bounced in the second section.

According to further embodiments of the present disclosure, the bounce sensing unit (220) can sense the optical signal and recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section.

Specifically, the bound sensing section (220) may include a light emitting section and a light receiving section. In this case, the ball sensing unit (210) may irradiate the second section with light using the light emitting unit. Meanwhile, the ball sensing unit (210) may recognize an optical signal received when the ball bounces in the second section (eg, optical interference generated when the ball bounces) using the light receiving unit. Here, the light irradiated to the second section using the light emitting part may be at least one of infrared light, ultraviolet light, and visible light.

More specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) may use a light emitting unit to irradiate the second section with light at a first point in time when a round of the game begins. The bounce sensing unit (220) can recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section when the optical signal is acquired through the light receiving unit at a second time point after the first time point.

That is, the bound sensing unit (220) may be, for example, a light sensor or an infrared sensor. However, it is not limited to this.

According to further embodiments of the present disclosure, the bounce sensing unit (220) can sense the acoustic signal and recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section.

Specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) may include an acoustic collecting unit. In this case, the ball sensing unit (210) may acquire the sound generated in the second section using the sound collecting unit. The ball sensing unit (210) acquires a preset sound that may be generated when the ball bounces in the second section (that is, a sound generated by contact between the ball and the table) through the sound collecting unit. In this case, it can be recognized that the ball bounced in the second section.

More specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) may activate the sound collecting unit after a first time point when a round of the game begins. Since the sound collecting unit is activated after the first time point, the bounce sensing unit (220) analyzes the sound collected after the first time point and recognizes whether the ball bounced in the second section. can do.

According to further embodiments of the present disclosure, the bounce sensing unit (210) can read an electronic tag included in the ball and recognize whether the ball has bounced in the second section.

Specifically, the ball sensing unit (220) may include a reading unit that outputs an electromagnetic field to read an electronic tag included in the ball. In this case, the ball may include an electronic tag.

More specifically, the bound sensing unit (220) may output a magnetic field onto the second section at a first time point when a round of the game begins using a reading unit. Then, the bounce sensing unit (220) recognizes that the ball has bounced in the second section when the electronic tag is read on the second section at a second time point after the first time point using the reading unit. be able to.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the bound sensing unit (220) can recognize the player corresponding to the electronic tag by reading the electronic tag using the reading unit. Here, the electronic tag can store identification information of the player.

Meanwhile, the control unit (100) of the game device (1000) can calculate the player's game points using sensing data sensed by the sensing unit (200) provided at the game table. Specifically, the game device (1000) can calculate game points for each of the plurality of players using the identification information of the electronic tag corresponding to each of the plurality of players.

Further, when sensing data indicating that the ball bounced in the second section is acquired by the bound sensing unit (220), the control unit (100) of the game device (1000) controls the weight (for example, game (apply double the points).

As described above, the bound sensing unit (220) in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure includes a method using vibration, a method using a change in weight, a method using video data, a method using a change in magnetic field, Whether the ball bounced on the second section of the game table using any one of the methods using magnetic fields, optical signals, acoustic signals, and electronic tags. can be sensed.

According to still other embodiments of the present disclosure, the bounce sensing unit (220) uses at least two of the methods for recognizing whether the ball has bounced in the second section described above. It is possible to recognize whether the ball bounced in one section.

For example, the bound sensing unit 220 may determine that the recognized result value is 'true' only when the result values recognized by two or more methods are the same.

For example, the bounce sensing unit (220) recognizes whether or not the ball has bounced in the second section, using a first method (e.g., a method using vibration) and a second method (e.g., a method using vibration). It is possible to recognize whether the ball has bounced in the second section by using a method that utilizes changes in

In this case, the bounce sensing unit (220) recognizes that the ball has bounced in the second section using the first method, and recognizes that the ball has bounced in the second section using the second method. Only then can it be determined that the ball has bounced in the second section.

On the other hand, the bounce sensing unit (220) uses the first method to recognize that the ball has bounced in the second section, and uses the second method to recognize that the ball has not bounced in the second section. If so, it can be determined that the ball is not bouncing in the second section.

Therefore, the bounce sensing unit (220) can more accurately sense whether the ball bounces on the second section of the game table. Here, the first method and the second method are merely terms used to distinguish between a plurality of different methods by which the bounce sensing unit (210) recognizes whether or not the ball has bounced, and only a specific method is used. It is not limited to.

As another example, the bound sensing unit (220) may determine that the result value is "only when the ratio of result values recognized by two or more methods exceeds a preset ratio (for example, 50%). It can be determined that it is true.

Therefore, the bounce sensing unit (220) can more accurately sense whether the ball bounces on the second section of the game table.

The guard sensing section (230) can recognize whether the ball hits the guard section in a game using a ball. Here, the guard part can be a partition wall provided to prevent the ball from being bounced and flying away. Specifically, the guard portion can have a preset height to prevent the ball from leaving the game table. Moreover, the guard part has a structure that can be combined with the game table, and when combined with the game table, can have a shape that surrounds the first section of the game table.

For example, the guard portion can prevent a ball from hitting a game table or a game cup and being bounced off in a beer pong game. The guard portion will be described later with reference to FIGS. 7 and 8.

According to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure, the control unit (100) of the game device (1000) receives first sensing data indicating that a ball is located in a first cup of at least one first game cup; If the second sensing data indicating that the ball hit the guard section is acquired by the ball sensing section (210) and the guard sensing section (230), the game point can be invalidated.

Specifically, if there is no guard, the ball that hits the guard may become a ball that leaves the game table (for example, a missed ball). Therefore, when the second sensing data is acquired by the guard sensing section (230), the control section (100) can recognize that the ball has hit the guard section. The control unit (100) can then recognize the ball as a miss ball and invalidate the game point.

The method by which the control unit (100) of the game device (1000) calculates game points will be described below with reference to FIG. 19.

The memory (300) can store programs for the operation of the control unit (100), and can also store input/output data temporarily or permanently. The memory (300) may be a flash memory type, a hard disk type, a multimedia card micro type, a card type memory (for example, an SD or an XD memory, etc.), or a RAM ( Random Access Memory (RAM), SRAM (Static Random Access Memory), ROM (Read-Only Memory, ROM), EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Program Mable Read-Only Memory), PROM (Programmable Read-Only Memory), magnetic memory, magnetic disk , an optical disc. The above-mentioned memory (300) can be operated under the control of the control unit (100).

According to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure, the memory (300) can store various information related to a game using a ball played in the gaming device (1000).

For example, the memory (300) includes information related to a method of calculating points for a game played on the game device (1000), information related to an event related to a game played on the game device (1000), video related to the above event, It is possible to store sound effects related to the event, lighting effects related to the event, etc. However, it is not limited to this.

Meanwhile, the control unit (100) may calculate a player's game points using information related to a method for calculating game points stored in the memory (300). Further, the control unit (100) can recognize whether an event has occurred using information related to events related to the game stored in the memory (300). When the control unit (100) recognizes that an event has occurred, the control unit (100) may provide the player with a video related to the event, a sound effect related to the event, a lighting effect related to the event, etc. stored in the memory (300). can. However, it is not limited to this.

The display unit (400) can display (output) information processed by the game device (1000). For example, the display unit (400) displays information on the execution screen of an application program executed on the game device (1000), information on an event, information on the result of a game, or a UI (User Interface) related to the above-mentioned execution screen information. , GUI (Graphic User Interface) information can be displayed.

The display unit (400) can form a touch screen by forming a layered structure with the touch sensor or by being integrated with the touch sensor. The touch screen described above functions as an input unit (700) that provides an input interface between the game device (1000) and the player, and can also provide an output interface between the game device (1000) and the player. can.

The display unit (400) in embodiments of the present disclosure may be provided in an area of the game table. The display unit 400 described above can output various images.

For example, the display unit (400) can output event images. Meanwhile, the control unit (100) may control the event image displayed on the display unit based at least in part on the position of the ball thrown on the game table.

Specifically, the control unit (100) recognizes the position information of the ball based on the sensing data sensed by the sensing unit (200) provided on the game table, and controls the display based at least partially on the position information of the ball. At step 400, at least one of a location where the event image is displayed and a duration of the event image may be determined.

Here, the event image may be an image corresponding to a preset event stored in the memory (300) in advance. As another example, the display unit (400) may output an advertisement image previously stored in the memory (300). As yet another example, the display unit (400) may output an image stored in the memory (300) (i.e., an image guiding the game method). However, it is not limited to this.

On the other hand, the memory (300) can store event images corresponding to preset events. In this case, the control unit (100) can calculate game points based on sensing data sensed by the sensing unit (200) provided at the game table. The control unit (100) can control the display unit (400) to output the event video based on the game points. However, it is not limited to this.

Furthermore, the memory (300) may store event sounds corresponding to preset events. In this case, the control unit (100) can calculate game points based on sensing data sensed by the sensing unit (200) provided at the game table. The control unit (100) can control the audio unit (500) to output event sound based on the game points. However, it is not limited to this.

The audio unit (500) can output audio data stored in the memory (300). Furthermore, the audio unit (500) is capable of outputting an audio signal related to a function executed in the game device (1000) (for example, a sound when a game (round) starts, a sound when a round ends, etc.). can. The audio unit 500 may include, for example, a receiver, a speaker, a buzzer, and the like.

As described below, the game device (1000) can include a camera section. In this case, the display unit (400) can utilize the video acquired by the camera unit as an event video. That is, the control unit (100) can control the camera unit to photograph the player. The control unit (100) can control the display unit (400) so that the event video is output using the video of the player.

For example, when an event occurs in which a ball enters one of the at least one game cup, the control unit (100) may display an image of the player's ball throwing action taken by the camera unit, or The display unit (400) can be controlled to display an image of the happy person.

As another example, if an event occurs in which a ball enters any one of the at least one game cups, the control unit (100) may control the control unit (100) to control the control unit (100) by controlling the control unit (100) to control the control unit (100) when an event in which a ball enters one of the at least one game cups occurs, the player on the other side drinks the cup containing the ball (for example, The display unit (400) can be controlled to display an image related to the act of drinking beer (beer).

As yet another example, if the ball does not enter one of the at least one game cup, the control unit (100) may display an image of the opposing player (for example, an image of the opposing player being happy). controlling the display unit (400) to display an image of the player who threw the ball (e.g., an image of the player who threw the ball looking disappointed); I can do it.

The throw line irradiation unit (600) irradiates a line of light to the throw line, which is the position where the player throws the ball, and includes information regarding the position of the throw line with respect to the throw line. Images can be projected. Here, the position of the throw line may be a position on the floor corresponding to a position separated by a predetermined distance on an extension line connecting the first section and the second section of the game table. The above-mentioned throw line position will be explained later with reference to FIG. 17.

The slow line irradiation unit (600) may emit an image including information on the position of the slow line and at least one of a preset guide image, a preset event image, and a preset advertisement image. can.

The slow line irradiation unit (600) can be provided on the bottom or side surface of the game table. Further, when the slow line irradiation unit (600) is installed on the game table, it can be installed so that it can slide, rotate, and tilt.

According to still other embodiments of the present disclosure, the slow line irradiation unit (600) irradiates a plurality of slow lines (specifically, a line-shaped light or an image including information regarding the position of the slow line). can do.

Meanwhile, the game device (1000) may further include a distance measurement sensor for sensing the position of a throw line where a player throws a ball. That is, the distance information between the player and the game table sensed by the distance measurement sensor is transferred to the control unit (100), and a score value corresponding to the distance can be given to the player. .

The distance measuring sensor may include, for example, at least one of an ultrasonic, infrared, and laser sensor capable of sensing the distance between the player and the gaming table. However, it is not limited to this.

On the other hand, the control unit (100) can calculate game points based on the position of the throw line where the player throws the ball. Specifically, the control unit (100) can give weight to the game points or give a penalty to the game points based on the position of the throw line where the player throws the ball.

For example, even if the first player and the second player put the ball into the same cup (that is, the cup to which the same points are given, for example, 10 points), the control unit (100) may cause the first player and the second player to Different points can be awarded to each player. In other words, the control unit (100) controls the second throw line, which is relatively far from the game table, from the first point (for example, 10 points) of the first player who threw the ball from the first throw line position, which is relatively close to the game table. It may be determined that the second point (eg, 20 points) for the second player who threw the ball from the line position is higher. However, it is not limited to this.

Therefore, the game device (1000) in still other embodiments of the present disclosure provides game points to players in various ways to increase the entertainment element of the game played on the game device (1000). I can do it.

The slow line irradiation section (600) will be described below with reference to FIGS. 16 to 18.

The input unit (700) is for receiving information input from the user. When information is input through the input unit (700), the control unit (100) controls the game device ( 1000) can be controlled. The input unit (700) described above includes a mechanical input means (or a mechanical key, for example, a button or switch located on the front, rear, or side surface of the game device (1000)) and a touch input means. can include. For example, the touch type input means may be a virtual key, a soft key, or a visual key displayed on a touch screen through software processing, or a touch input means may be a virtual key, a soft key, or a visual key displayed on a touch screen through software processing, or may be a part other than the touch screen. While the virtual or visual keys can be displayed on the touch screen in various ways, such as graphics, text, etc. ), an icon, a video, or a combination thereof. An example of an input unit (700) that is operated to receive an input of a command for controlling the operation of the game device (1000) may also be commonly referred to as a manipulating portion.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the input portion (700) may be a touch portion. The touch section can now sense when the player is ready to throw the ball. For example, the touch portion can be configured to have the shape of a footboard. Specifically, the touch part may be provided at the throw line. That is, when the player is ready to throw the ball, he or she can step on the touch part provided at the throw line position and provide touch input to the game device (1000). However, it is not limited to this.

Meanwhile, the control unit (100) can control the game device (1000) to activate the game from the time when the touch unit senses that the player is ready to throw the ball. Specifically, when the control unit 100 receives a touch input through the touch unit, it can recognize that a round of the game has started. The control unit (100) can activate the sensing unit (200) provided at the game table upon recognizing that a round of the game has started. However, it is not limited to this.

Additionally, the touch portion can extend away from the throw line with respect to the game table. Further, the game may be authenticated as legitimate only when the player throws the ball while touching the touch portion (for example, stepping on the touch portion).

Therefore, when a remote multi-game mode is executed on the game device (1000), players who are far away can legitimately play the game by throwing the ball from the correct position without having to directly see and confirm each other's play. It may be possible to authenticate that you played the game.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the gaming device (1000) may further include a lighting unit. The lighting unit can provide lighting effects to players to increase the entertainment element of games played on the gaming device (1000).

For example, the lighting section can be provided on the top, bottom, or outermost side of the game table of the game device (1000). The lighting unit also recognizes that an event (for example, the ball is located in one of the at least one cups, or the ball bounces on the game table) has occurred in the control unit (100). In this case, the lighting effect related to the event stored in the memory (300) can be output. That is, the lighting unit can be turned on or off by the control unit (100).

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the game device (1000) may further include a camera unit. The camera unit can process image frames such as still images or moving images obtained by the image sensor when a player plays a game using the game device (1000). Here, the image frame processed by the camera unit may be displayed on the display unit (400) or stored in the memory (300). In addition, the image frames processed by the camera unit can be used when the control unit (100) generates an event image. In addition, the image frames processed by the camera unit can be used by the control unit 100 to determine whether the player steps on or exceeds the throw line when throwing the ball.

Meanwhile, the camera units installed in the game device (1000) can be arranged in a matrix structure, and through the camera units in the matrix structure, the game device (1000) can be viewed from various angles and focal points. A plurality of pieces of video information can be input. Also, the camera unit can be arranged in a stereo structure so that left and right images can be obtained to create a stereoscopic image.

According to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure, the game device (1000) may further include a communication unit. The communication unit can communicate between the game device (1000) and the communication system, or between the game device (1000) and a user terminal (here, a player's terminal, a game device administrator's terminal, etc.) It can include one or more modules that make it so. Additionally, the communication unit may include one or more modules that connect the gaming device (1000) to one or more networks.

According to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure, the communication unit of the game device (1000) can transmit information related to a game executed in the game device (1000) to a user terminal.

Specifically, the communication unit can transmit the history of game play executed on the game device (1000) to the user terminal. Here, the play history can include, for example, the number of times the player has played the game, the number of battles, the number of mistakes, etc. However, it is not limited to this.

On the other hand, an application related to a game executed on the game device (1000) may be installed in the user terminal. Further, the application can provide the user with information regarding the game received from the communication unit of the game device (1000). The application related to the game executed on the game device (1000) will be described later with reference to FIG. 20.

However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the user terminal may provide information related to the game received from the communication section of the game device (1000) to the user (for example, display text) regardless of whether or not a separate application is installed. is also possible.

Therefore, a user using the game device (1000) according to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure can easily check the history of the games he or she has played.

Furthermore, the communication unit of the game device (1000) can receive information regarding the game executed on the game device (1000) from the user terminal.

For example, the communication unit of the game device (1000) can receive customized game rules from a user terminal. The customized game rules may include, for example, points allocated to each of the at least one first game cup, event occurrence conditions, and the like. However, it is not limited to this.

As another example, the communication unit of the game device (1000) can receive a customized game screen from a user terminal. In this case, a customized game screen received from the user terminal may be output to the display unit (400). However, it is not limited to this.

Therefore, the game device (1000) in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure provides entertainment elements by providing the user with customized game rules or customized game screens provided by the user. can be increased.

The network in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure includes a public switched telephone network (PSTN), xDSL (x Digital Subscriber Line), RADSL (Rate Adaptive DSL), MDSL (Multiple Subscriber Line), i Rate DSL), VDSL (Very High A variety of wired communication systems can be used, such as Speed DSL (DSL), Universal Asymmetric DSL (UADSL), High Bit Rate DSL (HDSL), Local Area Network (LAN), and the like.

In addition, the networks presented here are CDMA (Code Division Multi Access), TDMA (Time Division Multi Access), FDMA (Frequency Division Multi Access), OFDMA (Or thogonal Frequency Division Multi Access), SC-FDMA (Single Carrier- A variety of wireless communication systems can be utilized, such as FDMA) and other systems.

The network in the embodiment of the present disclosure can be configured regardless of the mode of communication such as wired or wireless, and may include a short-range communication network (PAN: Personal Area Network), a short-range communication network (WAN: Wide), etc. It can be configured into various communication networks such as Area Network). In addition to the well-known World Wide Web (WWW), the network may also be used for short-range communication such as Infrared Data Association (IrDA) or Bluetooth (registered trademark). It is also possible to use wireless transmission technology.

The techniques described herein can be used not only in the networks mentioned above, but also in other networks.

The control unit (100) of the game device (1000) can control the general operation of the normal game device (1000). The control unit (100) processes signals, data, information, etc. that are input or output through the components described above, and executes application programs stored in the memory (300) to provide appropriate information to the user. information or functions may be provided or processed.

The control unit (100) can control at least some of the components described based on FIG. 1 in order to execute the application program stored in the memory (300). Further, the control unit (100) can operate a combination of at least two or more of the components included in the game device (1000) in order to execute the application program.

The various embodiments described herein can be implemented, for example, using software, hardware, or a combination thereof in recording and storage media readable by a computer or similar device.

As for hardware implementations, the embodiments described herein include ASICs (application specific integrated circuits), DSPs (digital signal processors), DSPDs (digital signal processes). sing devices), PLDs (programmable logic devices), FPGAs (field programmable Execute using at least one of gate arrays, processors, controllers, micro-controllers, microprocessors, and other electrical units for performing functions. In some cases, the embodiments described herein can be performed solely by the controller (100).

As a software implementation, the processes and functions described herein may be implemented in separate software modules. Each of the software modules described above can perform one or more functions and operations described herein. Software code can be created by a software application written in a suitable programming language. The software code can be stored in the memory (300) and executed by the controller (100).

FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing a game device according to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure.

Referring to FIG. 2, the gaming device (1000) includes a first table module (1100) constituting a first section (1110) in which at least one first game cup (2000) is arranged on the gaming table, a first table module (1100) on which a ball bounces, The second section (1210) may include a second table module (1200) having a structure that is separable from the first table module (1100).

The separation structure of the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) will be described below with reference to FIGS. 10 to 15.

The game device (1000) may include a pad (1120) provided in a first region (1111) of a first section (1110) to prevent a ball from bouncing. Meanwhile, in the first section (1110), at least one first game cup may be arranged in a second area (1112) other than the first area (1111).

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the pad (1120) is made of a material that absorbs the impact of the ball so that the ball does not bounce back when the ball hits the pad (1120). is possible.

For example, the pad (1120) may be made of low density polyethylene (LDPE), high density polyethylene (HDPE), or low density polyethylene (LDPE). linear low density polyethylene It may also be made of a material formed by mixing density polyethylene (LLDPE).

As another example, the pad (1120) may be made of a material made of rubber.

Therefore, the material that absorbs the impact of the ball forming the pad (1120) in the embodiments of the present disclosure prevents delays in the progress of the game due to the ball bouncing off and flying away during game play. be able to. In other words, the pad section (1120) in the embodiments of the present disclosure can improve convenience for game players.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the pad (1120) provides magnetic attraction with the ball to prevent the ball from rebounding when the ball hits the pad (1120). can be generated. Here, the magnetic attraction can be only large enough to prevent the ball from bouncing back when it hits the pad (1120). Therefore, it is possible to prevent the ball moving in the air from being drawn toward the pad (1120) due to magnetic attraction. That is, even if magnetic attraction exists, the magnetic attraction is generated only at a predetermined height from the pad (1120), and the trajectory of the ball thrown by the player can be maintained.

For example, the pad can be made of a permanent magnet. In this case, the pad (1120) may include a metal material that generates magnetic attraction.

As another example, pad (1120) can be made of an electromagnet. In this case, the pad (1120) can be controlled such that a current flows through a coil contained in the electromagnet when a game round begins. That is, the pad (1120) can be controlled to become magnetic when a game round begins. In this case, the ball may include a metal material that generates magnetic attraction with the pad (1120). Here, the magnetic attraction can be only large enough to prevent the ball from bouncing back when it hits the pad (1120).

Therefore, the pad (1120) in some embodiments of the present disclosure is such that the ball sticks to the pad (1120) without bouncing off, thereby preventing the ball from bouncing and flying away during game play. It is possible to prevent delays in the progress of the process. In other words, the pad section (1120) in the embodiments of the present disclosure can improve convenience for game players.

According to further embodiments of the present disclosure, the gaming device (1000) has a second diameter that exceeds the first diameter of the ball, the pad (1120) and the first region (1111) of the first section (1110). at least one through-hole present in the at least one through-hole. Furthermore, the game device (1000) may include a ball collection unit that collects balls that have passed through the at least one through hole.

Therefore, the through-holes in the embodiments of the present disclosure are such that the ball passes through the through-holes without being bounced and flying to the outside, so that the ball can be bounced to the outside and not fly away during game play. This can prevent delays in the progress of the game. In other words, the through holes in the embodiments of the present disclosure can improve convenience for game players.

A description of the through hole and the ball collecting section will be given below with reference to FIGS. 7 and 8.

The gaming device (1000) may include legs (1400) such that the gaming table is installed at a preset height.

The legs (1400) in embodiments of the present disclosure can have a height-adjustable structure. Additionally, the legs (1400) may have a structure that folds toward the bottom of the gaming table.

Furthermore, the legs (1400) can also include casters on the bottom to facilitate movement of the gaming table. In this case, the game device (1000) can produce the effect that when the user moves the game device (1000), the user can easily move the game device (1000) without applying much force.

Additionally, the legs (1400) can be moved in a sliding manner in a direction parallel to the gaming table to support the gaming table and adjust the center of gravity of the gaming table. As a result, if there is a specific obstacle at the location where the game table is installed, the sliding movement of the legs (1400) can prevent the obstacle from coming into contact with the legs (1400), so the game table can be installed easily. can improve convenience.

As detailed in the description of FIG. 1, the game device (1000) may include a display unit (400). For example, as illustrated in FIG. 2, the display unit (400) can be provided on the second table module (1200) (second section (1210) of the gaming table). However, the position where the display unit (400) is provided in the game device (1000) is not limited to this.

FIG. 3 is an exploded perspective view showing a game device according to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the gaming device (1000) includes a ball sensing unit (210) for sensing whether a ball is located in any one of the at least one first gaming cup (2000). ) can be included.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, the ball sensing unit (210) detects whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup (2000). At least one first game cup (2000) can be provided at the bottom of each.

That is, the ball sensing part (210) may be provided between the top surface of the first table module (1100) and the bottom surface of each of the at least one first game cup (2000).

Therefore, the ball sensing unit (210) can recognize whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup.

A detailed description of the method by which the ball sensing unit (210) senses whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup is given in FIG. Omitted.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the gaming device (1000) may include a bounce sensing portion (220) for sensing whether the ball bounces on the gaming table.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, the bounce sensing unit (220) is connected to a top plate placed on the second section of the game table in order to sense whether the ball bounces on the second section of the game table. It can be provided at the bottom.

Therefore, the bounce sensing unit (220) can sense whether the ball bounces on the second section of the game table.

The method by which the bounce sensing unit (220) senses whether the ball bounces on the second section of the game table has been described in detail in FIG. 1, so a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

The display unit (400) of the game device (1000) may be provided on the top of the top plate placed on the second section.

Therefore, the display unit (400) can, for example, provide the player with event images and the like, thereby increasing the entertainment element of the game played on the game device (1000).

FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining a first example of a method for recognizing a ball in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 5 is a diagram for explaining a second example of a method for recognizing a ball in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, a game played on the gaming device (1000) may include a ball being located in at least one first gaming cup after bouncing on the gaming table; First, the game may be such that the player throws the ball so that it is located in at least one first game cup. For example, the game played on the gaming device (1000) may be a beer pong game.

First, as shown in FIG. 4, the ball (3000) used in the game can bounce on the second table module (1200) (second section of the game table) of the gaming device (1000). Here, the ball (3000) can be thrown by the player.

The bound sensing unit (220) of the game device (1000) may be provided at the bottom of the top plate of the second table module (1200), as described in detail in the description of FIG. In this case, the bound sensing unit (220) can sense vibrations generated in the second table module (1200). Therefore, the bound sensing unit (220) of the game device (1000) uses vibration to determine whether the ball (3000) bounces on the top plate (second section of the game table) of the second table module (1200). Recognizable. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the bounce sensing unit (220) can detect the ball (3000) by using the various methods detailed in FIG. It is possible to recognize whether or not the ball has bounced in the second section).

A detailed description of how the bounce sensing unit (220) senses whether the ball bounces on the second table module (second section of the game table) is given in the description of FIG. is omitted.

Meanwhile, referring to FIG. 5, the ball (3000) may be located in a first cup (2100) of at least one first game cup (2000).

As detailed in the explanation of FIG. 3, the ball sensing unit (210) of the game device (1000) senses whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup (2000). At least one first game cup (2000) can be provided at the bottom of each of the first game cups (2000). In this case, the ball sensing unit (210) may sense a change in weight occurring in the first cup (2100). Therefore, the ball sensing unit (210) of the game device (1000) uses the change in weight to determine whether the ball (3000) is located in the first cup (2100) of at least one first game cup (2000). can recognize what However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the ball sensing unit (210) may detect whether the ball (3000) is one of at least one first game cup (2000) using various methods detailed in FIG. It can recognize whether it is located in one cup or not.

The method for the ball sensing unit (210) to sense whether or not the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup is described in detail in the description of FIG. is omitted.

FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining an example of a ball in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

First, FIG. 6(a) illustrates a ball (3000) in several embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, a ball (3000) can be pitched (i.e., can be thrown) toward a game cup by a player.

The ball (3000) according to embodiments of the present disclosure may have a space inside, like a table tennis ball, for example. In addition, the ball (3000) may include a specific substance or a specific device in its internal space.

Ball (3000) in other embodiments of the present disclosure may be made of certain materials. For example, the ball (3000) can be made of a metallic material with a predetermined magnetic permeability. As another example, the ball (3000) can be made of a magnetic material. That is, the ball (3000) itself may be made of metal or magnetic material having a predetermined magnetic permeability. In this case, the ball (3000) may not contain a specific substance or a specific device in its interior space. However, it is not limited to this.

FIG. 6(b) shows a cross-sectional view taken along line AA' of the ball shown in FIG. 6(a).

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, a ball (3000) is used to sense whether the ball bounces on a gaming table (specifically, a second table module (1200)) of a gaming device (1000). The interior space may include a specific substance or a specific device (3100) that is utilized to sense whether or not the at least one gaming cup (2000) is located in the at least one gaming cup (2000).

As an example, the ball (3000) may include a magnetic part that generates a magnetic field when the sensing unit (200) of the game device (1000) uses a magnetic field to obtain sensing data. Here, the magnetic part can be a permanent magnet. However, it is not limited to this.

That is, the sensing unit (200) of the game device (1000) can recognize the magnetic field generated by the magnetic part included in the ball (3000) and acquire sensing data.

As another example, the ball (3000) can include the above electronic tag when the sensing unit (200) of the game device (1000) uses the electronic tag to acquire sensing data.

That is, the sensing unit (200) of the game device (1000) can read the electronic tag included in the ball (3000) and acquire sensing data. Furthermore, the sensing unit (200) can read the electronic tag included in the ball (3000) and obtain information (for example, player identification information, etc.) coded on the electronic tag.

As another example, when the sensing unit (200) of the game device (1000) acquires sensing data using a change in the magnetic field, the ball (3000) has a preset size that causes a change in the magnetic field. It can include a metallic substance with magnetic permeability.

FIGS. 7 and 8 are diagrams for explaining an example of a guard part and a through hole that can be included in a game device according to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the gaming device (1000) may include a guard portion (1500) with a preset height to prevent the ball from leaving the gaming table.

As shown in FIG. 7, the guard portion (1500) may have a shape that surrounds the first table module (1100) (ie, the first section) of the gaming table.

Therefore, the guard part (1500) can prevent the ball from hitting the game table or the game cup, bouncing off, and flying away, for example, in a beer pong game. In other words, the guard unit (1500) in the embodiments of the present disclosure can improve convenience for game players.

Furthermore, the guard portion (1500) can have a net structure. In this case, the guard part (1500) can reduce the repulsive force by absorbing the impact when the ball hits. In other words, the guard part (1500) can prevent the ball from hitting the guard part (1500), bouncing back, and flying outward.

Furthermore, the guard part (1500) can have a structure that can be combined with a game table. Therefore, when playing the game using the game device (1000), the player can attach or detach the guard part (1500) as necessary.

Additionally, the guard (1500) can be inserted into the gaming table. In this case, the guard part (1500) may be pulled out from the position where it is inserted into the game table (that is, automatically) by the user's physical operation action or by the driving part (not shown) of the game device (1000). is possible.

That is, the guard part (1500) is pulled out so as to surround the first table module (1100) by the user's physical operation action or the power transmission of the drive part, and the guard part (1500) functions (i.e., the game table or The ball can prevent the ball from hitting the game cup and bouncing off. Here, the driving section can operate according to an external signal. For example, a user can use a user terminal to send a specific command signal to the game device (1000) to operate the drive unit. However, it is not limited to this.

Furthermore, the guard part (1500) can pivot relative to the contact portion of the guard part (1500) that contacts the gaming table, either automatically or by a physical act of manipulation.

Specifically, the guard part (1500) may pivot based on the contact portion between the game table and the guard part (1500), and surround the first table module (1100) in an upward direction. In this case, the function of the guard part (1500) (that is, the function of preventing the ball from hitting the game table or game cup and bouncing off) can be performed. Meanwhile, the guard part (1500) may pivot based on the contact portion between the game table and the guard part (1500), and surround the first table module (1100) in a downward direction. In this case, the guard part (1500) can function as a side part of the game table.

In other words, the guard portion (1500) is arranged between the guard position (surrounding the first table module (1100) in the upper direction) and the non-guard position (surrounding the first table module (1100) in the lower direction). Can be pivoted.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the gaming device (1000) includes at least one through hole (1130) having a second diameter that exceeds the first diameter of the ball to prevent the ball from dislodging to the outside of the gaming table. can include.

As shown in FIG. 7, a through hole (1130) may be provided in the first region (1111) of the first section. Also, the through hole (1130) may pass through the top plate and pad (1120) of the first table module.

Thus, the through hole (1130) allows a ball thrown onto the gaming table to pass to the bottom of the gaming table. Specifically, the through hole (1130) can send balls that do not enter the game cup to the bottom of the game table, for example, in a beer pong game.

Meanwhile, the game device (1000) may include a ball collection unit (1140).

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8, the game device (1000) may include a ball collection unit (1140) that collects balls that have passed through the through hole (1130). That is, the balls that have passed through the through hole (1130) can be stored in the ball collecting part (1140).

Specifically, the ball collecting unit (1140) may be provided at the bottom of the game table to collect the balls that have passed through the through hole (1130). More specifically, the ball collection unit (1140) may be provided in a lower region of the game table corresponding to the first region (1111) (ie, the region provided with the through hole).

Therefore, the ball collection unit (1140) can easily collect the balls used in the game, thereby improving convenience for game players.

Furthermore, the ball collection unit (1140) can have a structure that can be coupled to a game table. Therefore, when playing the game using the game device (1000), the player can connect or remove the ball collection unit (1140) as needed.

FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining an example of a table module in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure, a gaming device (1000) includes a first table module (1100), a second table module (1200), a third table module (1300), and legs (1400) that support the gaming table. can be included.

As shown in FIG. 9, the first table module (1100) may constitute a first section (1110) in which at least one first game cup is placed at the game table. The second table module (1200) may also configure a second section (1210) in which the ball bounces on the game table. Further, the third table module (1300) is located in the second section (1210) in a direction opposite to the direction in which the first section (1110) is located, and the third table module (1300) is located in the third section in which at least one second game cup is arranged. (1310) can be configured.

For example, the gaming device (1000) in embodiments of the present disclosure can be a beer pong gaming device.

In this case, beer cups (ie, at least one first game cup) of a first team (group of players) may be placed on the first table module (1100). In addition, beer cups of a second team different from the first team (that is, at least one second game cup) may be placed in the third table module (1300).

Meanwhile, each of the first team and the second team may have an opportunity to throw the ball a preset number of times for each round (that is, the number of times the ball may be thrown, for example, two or three times). Then, when the players belonging to each of the first team and the second team are given an opportunity to throw the ball, they can throw the ball into the opponent's cup.

In other words, players belonging to the first team can throw the ball towards the second team's beer cup, and players belonging to the second team cannot throw the ball towards the first team's beer cup. can. Specifically, a player belonging to the first team moves from near the first table module (1100) where the beer cups of the first team are placed to the third table module (1300) where the beer cups of the second team are placed. You can throw the ball towards. On the other hand, a player belonging to the second team heads from near the third table module (1300) where the second team's beer cup is placed to the first table module (1100) where the first team's beer cup is placed. can throw the ball.

Additionally, when each player throws the ball into the opponent's beer cup, each player must direct the ball toward the second table module (1200) (second section of the game table) so that the ball bounces onto the second table module (1200). can be thrown.

Then, if each player throws the ball into the opposing team's beer cup, they will receive a game point. In addition, if each player bounces the ball into the second table module (1200) (second section of the game table) and then into the opposing team's beer cup, the game points will be given weight (e.g. 2 points It is also possible to double the amount, etc.).

The beer pong game executed in the game device (1000) described above is merely an example given to facilitate understanding of the present disclosure, and is not limited thereto.

The third table module (1300) of the game device (1000) shown in FIG. 9 may not exist depending on the location or environment where the game device (1000) is installed. That is, the third table module (1300) can be separated or removed from the game device (1000).

On the other hand, if the third table module (1300) is not present in the game device (1000), the game device (1000) can output the slow line to the floor. Each player belonging to a different team can throw a ball from the same position (that is, the throw line) toward the first game cup placed on the first table module (1100). The slow line output from the game device (1000) will be described later with reference to FIGS. 16 to 18.

According to further embodiments of the present disclosure, the second table module (1200) can have a structure that is separable from the first table module (1100). A detailed explanation regarding this will be described later with reference to FIGS. 10 to 15.

The separable structure between the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) in FIGS. 10 to 15 will be described below. However, this is not limited to this, and if the game device (1000) includes (is equipped with) the third table module (1300), the second table module (1200) and the third table module (1300) A separable structure may be provided between the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200).

According to further embodiments of the present disclosure, the second table module (1200) can have a structure that is separable from the first table module (1100). The reason why the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) are separable will be described later with reference to FIGS. 10 to 15.

FIG. 10 is a diagram for explaining a first example of a combination structure of table modules in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure, the game table of the game device (1000) includes a connecting portion that connects the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) to the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200). The second table module (1200) can be provided respectively.

According to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure, the connecting portion includes the magnetic portions (30-1, 30-2) such that the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) are coupled using magnetic force. can include.

Specifically, the connecting part connects the first magnetic part provided on the first side of one of the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200), the first table module (1100), and the second table. A second magnetic part may be included on a second side of another one of the modules (1200). Here, the second side is able to mutually contact the first side. The first magnetic part can have a first pole, and the second magnetic part can have a second pole so as to generate magnetic attraction between it and the first magnetic part.

Each of the first magnetic part and the second magnetic part can be a permanent magnet. However, it is not limited to this.

As shown in FIG. 10, the magnetic part provided in the first table module (1100) can be a first magnetic part (30-1) having a first pole. The magnetic part provided in the second table module (1200) can become a second magnetic part (30-2).

The first magnetic part (30-1) and the second magnetic part (30-2) are provided at positions where they contact each other when the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) are combined. It is possible that Specifically, the first magnetic part (30-1) may be provided in a first region of a first side surface of the first table module (1100). The second magnetic part (30-2) may be provided in a second area of the second side of the second table module (1200) that contacts the first area. The first magnetic part (30-1) and the second magnetic part (30-2) can generate magnetic attraction to each other.

The gaming tables of gaming devices (1000) in embodiments of the present disclosure can be easily separated or combined. Furthermore, since the game device (1000) is manufactured with a simple structure, the production process for the game device (1000) can be shortened. Thereby, the productivity of the game device (1000) can be improved.

Furthermore, since the game table of the game device (1000) in the embodiments of the present disclosure has a separable structure, the user can easily transport the game device (1000). Further, since the game table of the game device (1000) has a separable structure, the game device (1000) may be easily stored.

FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining a second example of a table module coupling structure in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 12 is a diagram for explaining a third example of the coupling structure of table modules in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure, the game table of the game device (1000) includes a connecting portion that connects the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) to the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200). The second table module (1200) can be provided respectively.

According to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure, the connecting portion may include a protrusion and a recess into which the protrusion is inserted and fitted. Therefore, the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) can be easily combined.

Referring to FIG. 11, as shown, the protrusion (40-1) may be provided on the first side of the first table module (1100). A recess (40-2) into which the protrusion (40-1) fits may be provided on the second side of the second table module (1200). However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the convex portion (40-1) may be provided on the second side of the second table module (1200). In this case, the recess (40-2) may be provided on the first side of the first table module (1100).

The convex part (40-1) and the concave part (40-2) can each be provided at a position where they contact each other when the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) are combined. . Specifically, the protrusion (40-1) may be provided in a first region of a first side surface of the first table module (1100). The recess (40-2) may be provided in a second area of the second side of the second table module (1200) that contacts the first area.

The first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) of the game device (1000) in some embodiments of the present disclosure can be easily separated or separated by a user by inserting and fitting the convex part into the concave part. Can be combined. Furthermore, the game device (1000) is manufactured to have a simple structure, and the production process for the game device (1000) can be shortened. Thereby, the productivity of the game device (1000) can be improved.

According to still other embodiments of the present disclosure, the connecting portion may include a protrusion and a recess into which the protrusion is inserted and fitted. The connecting part may further include a fixing pin and a through hole for fixing the fitted protrusion and depression.

Specifically, the fixing pin can prevent the protrusion from separating from the recess when the protrusion is inserted into the recess. The through hole may be formed in a region of the convex part and the second table module (1200) so that the fixing pin can be inserted with the convex part inserted into the concave part.

Referring to FIG. 12(a), as shown, the connecting portion may include a convex portion (40-1) and a through hole (40-3) formed in a region of the second table module (1200). can.

Specifically, the through hole (40-3) may be formed in a region of the second table module (1200) and communicated with the recess (40-2). Here, a region of the second table module (1200) may exist on a surface different from the recessed surface because the recessed portion (40-2) is formed.

As an example, the through hole (40-3) can be connected to pass through a first side surface of the second table module (1200) and a second side surface (that is, both side surfaces) facing the first side surface.

As another example, the through hole (40-3) may be a hole formed inside the first side surface of the second table module (1200) by a predetermined length. That is, the through hole (40-3) may not penetrate from the first side surface to the second side surface facing the first side surface.

The through hole (40-3) may also be formed in the convex portion (40-1). Therefore, when the user inserts the fixing pin (40-4) into the through hole (40-3) formed in the second table module (1200) and the convex part (40-1), the fixing pin (40- 4) can prevent the convex portion (40-1) from coming off the concave portion (40-2).

The method of connecting the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) will be explained in more detail as follows. First, a user can connect the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) so that the protrusion (40-1) is inserted into the recess (40-2). When the user inserts the protrusion (40-1) into the recess (40-2), the user can insert the fixing pin (40-4) into the through hole (40-3).

Referring to FIG. 12(b), there is shown a form of a connecting portion in which the convex portion (40-1) and the concave portion (40-2) are combined and a fixing pin (40-4) is inserted.

In other words, as shown in FIG. 12(b), the fixing pin (40-4) is inserted into the through hole (40-3) formed in the convex portion (40-1) and a region of the second table module (1200). The protrusion (40-1) can be inserted into the recess (40-2).

The game device (1000) according to other embodiments of the present disclosure can increase the stability of the connection through the through hole (40-3) and the fixing pin (40-4).

Furthermore, since the game device (1000) according to the embodiments of the present disclosure has a structure in which the game table can be separated, the user can easily transport the game device (1000). Furthermore, since the game device (1000) has a structure in which the game table can be separated, the user can easily store the game device (1000).

FIG. 13 is a diagram for explaining a fourth example of a table module coupling structure in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the gaming device (1000) may have a structure in which the gaming table can slide to facilitate storage or movement of the gaming device (1000).

Referring to FIG. 13, the game device (1000) has a space in which a second table module (1200) can be stored on the bottom of the first table module (1100), and a sliding frame ( The table housing (50-1) may include a table housing (50-1) formed therein (50-2).

In this case, the second table module (1200) can move back and forth along the sliding frame (50-2), and can be stored in or pulled out from the table housing (50-1).

Specifically, the support part (50-3) may be provided at the bottom of the second table module (1200). The support part (50-3) extends from the side of the second table module (1200) toward the bottom surface, and can be supported by the sliding frame (50-2). The support portion (50-3) can be slidably coupled to the sliding frame (50-2).

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, a roller may be provided on the bottom surface of the support part (50-3) that is slidingly coupled to the sliding frame (50-2).

Specifically, when the sliding frame (50-2) and the support part (50-3) slide, a roller provided on the support part (50-3) in order to attenuate the frictional force caused by the sliding It is possible to rotate along the upper surface of the frame (50-2).

Therefore, according to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the user can pull out the second table module (1200) housed in the internal space of the table housing (50-1) without applying much force. can. Therefore, the user can also store the second table module (1200) in the internal space of the table housing (50-1) without applying much force.

Here, the second table module (1200) moves by sliding and is stored in or pulled out from the table housing (50-1), so that the user can quickly set up the game table.

Meanwhile, when the user stores the game device (1000), the user can store the second game table (1200) in the first game table (1100). In this case, it is possible to reduce the volume of the game device (1000). Therefore, the user may be able to easily store the game device (1000).

FIG. 14 is a diagram for explaining a fifth example of a table module coupling structure in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the gaming device (1000) can have a structure that can be slid onto a gaming table to facilitate storage or movement of the gaming device (1000).

Referring to FIG. 14, the gaming device (1000) may include a guide rail (60-1) that allows the second table module (1200) to slide on top of the first table module (1100). Here, the guide rail (60-1) may be provided in a side area of the upper part of the first table module (1100).

That is, the second table module (1200) can move back and forth along the guide rail (60-1), and can cover the top of the first table module (1100).

Specifically, the second table module (1200) is provided at the bottom of the second table module (1200), extends from the side of the second table module (1200) toward the bottom surface, and is connected to the guide rail (60-1). The support part (60-2) may be slidably coupled to the support part (60-2).

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, a roller may be provided on the bottom surface of the support part (60-2) that is slidingly coupled to the guide rail (60-1).

Specifically, when the guide rail (60-1) and the support part (60-2) are slidingly coupled, the roller provided on the support part (60-2) moves along the upper surface of the guide rail (60-1). It is possible to rotate the In this case, the frictional force between the guide rail (60-1) and the support part (60-2) generated by sliding can be attenuated.

Therefore, according to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the user can pull out the second table module (1200) stored on the top of the first table module (1100) without applying much force. . The user can also position the second table module (1200) on top of the first table module (1100) without applying much force.

Here, the second table module (1200) is slidable and can be stored or pulled out on top of the first table module (1100), allowing the user to quickly set up the game table.

Meanwhile, when the user stores the game device (1000), the user can position the second game table (1200) on top of the first game table (1100). In this case, it is possible to reduce the volume of the game device (1000). Therefore, the user may be able to easily store the game device (1000).

FIG. 15 is a diagram for explaining a sixth example of a table module coupling structure in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

The game table of the game device (1000) in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure can have a foldable structure. In this case, storage or transportation of the game device (1000) may become easier.

Referring to FIG. 15, the game device (1000) has hinges (70-1, 70-2) coupled to the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200), respectively, and the first table module. A hinge pin (70-3) may be included to connect the hinge (70-1, 70-2) so that the second table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) can rotate.

Specifically, the first hinge (70-1) is coupled to the bottom surface of one of the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200), and the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) are connected to each other. A second hinge (70-2) may be coupled to a bottom surface of another one of the modules (1200). The first hinge (70-1) and the second hinge (70-2) may be fastened together using a hinge pin (70-3).

The first hinge (70-1) may be coupled to a first region of the bottom surface of the first table module (1100). Here, the first region may be a region located at one end of the bottom surface of the first table module (1100). The second hinge (70-2) may be coupled to a second region of the bottom surface of the second table module (1200). Here, the second region may be a region located at one end of the bottom surface of the second table module (1200). The first area and the second area may be provided adjacent to each other when the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) are combined.

Here, the first hinge (70-1) and the second hinge (70-2) may be respectively coupled to the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) through screws. However, it is not limited to this.

However, the positions where the first hinge (70-1) and the second hinge (70-2) are connected are not limited to the above example; -2) can also be coupled to the respective upper surfaces of the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200), respectively.

Meanwhile, the first hinge (70-1) and the second hinge (70-2) may be fastened together by a hinge pin (70-3). In this case, the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200) can rotate around the hinge pin (70-3) and can be folded or unfolded.

Therefore, the game table of the game device (1000) of the present disclosure can have a foldable structure. In this case, the user can easily transport the game device (1000).

Also, when storing the game device (1000), the user can fold the first table module (1100) and the second table module (1200). In this case, it is possible to reduce the volume of the game device (1000). Therefore, the user may be able to easily store the game device (1000).

FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining an example of a slow line in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 17 is a diagram for explaining the position of the slow line and the slow line irradiation unit in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure, the game device (1000) irradiates a line of light to the throw line position where the player throws the ball, and the throw line includes information related to the throw line position. It may include a slow line irradiation unit (600) that irradiates an image.

Generally, a game in which a player scores points by throwing a ball (for example, a beer pong game) employs a method in which the player throws the ball while maintaining a preset distance from a target (in this case, a game cup). In other words, the throw line can refer to a line provided to the player so that the player who throws the ball and the game cup maintain a preset distance.

Referring to FIG. 16, the slow line irradiation unit (600) of the game device (1000) can irradiate an image (20) containing information regarding the position of the slow line onto the floor at a preset distance. .

For example, the slow line irradiation unit (600) irradiates an image that includes at least one of a preset guide image, a preset event image, and a preset advertisement image together with information related to the position of the slow line. be able to.

Therefore, a user who operates the game device (1000) may be able to not only provide games to players through videos containing advertisements, but also generate revenue through advertisements. Further, a user using the game device (1000) can play the game more easily through the guide video, for example.

The slow line irradiation unit (600) emits a line of light at a position on the floor corresponding to a position separated by a preset distance on the extension line connecting the first section (1110) and the second section (1210). , or an image (20) including information regarding the position of the slow line.

More specifically, as shown in FIG. 17, the line-shaped light or the video including information regarding the position of the slow line is on the extension line (10) connecting the first section (1110) and the second section (1210). The light beam can be irradiated onto a floor surface that is separated by a preset distance and perpendicular to the extension line.

In this case, the player can throw the ball without exceeding the throw line included in the video (20).

On the other hand, the slow line irradiation unit (600) can be provided on the bottom or side surface of the game table. In addition, when the slow line irradiation unit (600) is installed on the game table, it can be slid, rotated, and tilted to adjust the position where the slow line is irradiated.

Specifically, the game device (1000) includes a rail (80-1) provided on the bottom or side surface of the game table, a moving part that is slidably coupled to the rail, and a moving part that is installed so as to be rotatable on the moving part. A rotating bracket (80-8) may be included. The slow line irradiation unit (600) can be installed on the tilting bracket (80-9) so as to be tiltable on the rotating bracket (80-8).

A structure in which the slow line irradiation unit (600) is provided to be able to slide, rotate, and tilt will be described below with reference to FIG. 18.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the gaming device (1000) can recognize whether a player steps on or exceeds a throw line when throwing a ball.

As an example, the game device (1000) includes a laser section that is provided on the bottom or side surface of the game table and that irradiates a laser beam onto the floor surface corresponding to the position of the throw line, and a laser section that senses the reflected waves of the laser beam and detects the reflected waves. The ball can be utilized to include a laser sensing unit that recognizes whether a player steps on or crosses the throw line when throwing the ball.

As another example, the game device (1000) may include a camera unit that is provided on the bottom or side surface of the game table and that acquires video data related to the position of the throw line. In this case, the control unit (100) can use the video data acquired by the camera unit to recognize whether the player steps on or exceeds the throw line when throwing the ball.

On the other hand, when the control unit (100) recognizes that the player is stepping on or exceeding the throw line when throwing the ball (in other words, when it recognizes a foul) using the reflected wave of the laser beam or video data, ), a penalty can be given to the above player.

For example, if the control unit (100) recognizes that the player steps on or exceeds the throw line when throwing a ball, it can invalidate the points associated with the ball thrown in that turn. However, it is not limited to this.

On the other hand, when the control unit (100) recognizes that the player is stepping on or exceeding the throw line when throwing the ball using the reflected wave of the laser beam or video data, the control unit (100) controls the display unit (400), the audio The player can be made aware of this fact by using the section (500), lighting section, or the like.

For example, when the control unit (100) recognizes that the player steps on or exceeds the throw line when throwing the ball, the control unit (100) may control the display unit (400) to output an image related to a foul. . As another example, when the control unit (100) recognizes that the player steps on or exceeds the throw line when throwing the ball, the control unit (100) controls the audio unit (500) to output a sound related to a foul. be able to. As yet another example, when the control unit (100) recognizes that the player is stepping on or exceeding the throw line when throwing the ball, the control unit (100) may control the lighting unit to output lighting related to a foul. can. However, it is not limited to this.

FIG. 18 is a drawing for explaining an example of a slow line irradiation unit in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the slow line illumination unit (600) can be provided on the bottom or side of the game table. Further, when the slow line irradiation unit (600) is installed on the game table, it can be installed so that it can slide, rotate, and tilt.

Specifically, referring to FIG. 18(a), the game device (1000) includes a rail (80-1), a sliding slot (80-2), a fixed rod (80-3), and a sliding support part (80-4). ), a sliding wheel (80-5), a rail gear (80-6), a rotating bracket (80-8) and a tilting bracket (80-9).

A pair of rails (80-1) can be provided on the bottom or side of the gaming table of the gaming device (1000). Here, the rail (80-1) may be provided to have a ┗┛-shaped cross section with a sliding slot (80-2) formed in the center. A rail gear (80-6) may be formed on a portion of the upper surface of the rail (80-1).

Meanwhile, a sliding support part (80-4) may be disposed on the rail (80-1). Here, at least four sliding wheels (80-5), two on each side of the sliding support part (80-4), can be rotatably fixed to the shafts. Here, the sliding support part (80-4) or the sliding wheel (80-5) can be fixed by being combined with the rail gear (80-6).

Furthermore, a drive motor capable of driving the sliding wheel (80-5) can be built inside the sliding support part (80-4). Here, the drive motor can be operated by the control unit (100) of the game device (1000).

The sliding slot (80-2) can be penetrated by at least one fixing rod (80-3). The upper stage of the fixed rod (80-3) is fixed to the bottom of the sliding support part (80-4), and the moving part (80-7) can be fixed to the bottom of the fixed rod (80-3). be.

According to the embodiments of the present disclosure, the slow line irradiation unit (600) can be moved in the front-back direction using the sliding support unit (80-4) that moves along the rail (80-1).

Referring to FIG. 18(b), this is a bottom view of the structure shown in FIG. 18(a).

As shown in FIG. 18(b), a rotating bracket (80-8 ) can be installed so that it can rotate. Further, a tilting bracket (80-9) may be installed on the rotating bracket (80-8) to allow the slow line irradiation unit (600) to tilt. The slow line irradiation unit (600) can be installed on the tilting bracket (80-9).

That is, the slow line irradiation unit (600) can be tilted along with the movement of the tilting bracket (80-9). The slow line irradiation unit (600) can rotate along with the movement of the rotation bracket (80-8). The slow line irradiation unit (600) can slide and move along the movement of the moving unit (80-7) coupled to the sliding support unit (80-4).

Therefore, the user can adjust the irradiation position, irradiation angle, etc. of the image including information related to the position of the linear light or slow line.

FIG. 19 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a method by which a control unit of a game device calculates game points in a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure, the control unit (100) of the game device (1000) can calculate game points based on sensing data sensed by the sensing unit (200). Further, the control unit (100) can recognize whether a preset event has occurred based on sensing data sensed by the sensing unit (200).

Referring to FIG. 19, the control unit (100) may obtain first sensing data indicating that a ball is located in a first cup of at least one first game cup through a ball sensing unit (210). It is possible (S110).

In this case, the control unit (100) can recognize whether second sensing data indicating that the ball has hit the guard is obtained through the guard sensing unit (230) (S120).

When the control unit (100) recognizes that the second sensing data indicating that the ball hit the guard unit has been acquired through the guard sensing unit (230) (S120, Yes), the control unit (100) can invalidate the game points (S130). ).

In other words, the control unit (100) can recognize whether the ball has hit the guard unit installed to prevent the ball from leaving the game table, depending on whether or not the second sensing data has been acquired. . When the control section (100) recognizes that the ball hits the guard section and is located in the first cup, it can invalidate the points associated with the ball.

Specifically, if there is no guard, the ball that hits the guard may become a ball that leaves the game table (for example, a missed ball). Therefore, the control unit (100) can recognize that the ball has hit the guard unit when the second sensing data is acquired by the guard sensing unit (230). The control unit (100) can then recognize the ball as a miss ball and invalidate the game point.

On the other hand, if the control section (100) recognizes that the second sensing data indicating that the ball hit the guard section has not been acquired through the guard sensing section (230) (S120, No), the control section (100) It may be determined whether third sensing data indicating that the ball bounced in the second section is obtained (S140).

When the control unit (100) recognizes that third sensing data indicating that the ball bounced in the second section has been acquired through the bounce sensing unit (220) (S140, Yes), the control unit (100) calculates game points and assigns weight to the game points. can be attached (S150).

On the other hand, if the control unit (100) recognizes through the bounce sensing unit (220) that the third sensing data indicating that the ball bounced in the second section has not been acquired (S140, No), the control unit (100) assigns particular weight to the game points. It is possible to calculate the game points without adding them (S160).

In other words, the control unit (100) determines whether the ball located in the first cup bounced in the second section and then entered the first cup, depending on whether the third sensing data was acquired. You can recognize whether the ball has entered the first cup without bouncing. When the control unit (100) recognizes that the ball bounced in the second section and then entered the first cup, it can weight the points associated with the ball.

As an example, if the control unit (100) recognizes that the ball has entered the first cup without bouncing in the second section, it may award points (for example, 10 points) corresponding to the first cup to the player who threw the ball. You can decide to make the point. However, it is not limited to this.

As another example, if the control unit (100) recognizes that the ball bounced in the second section and then entered the first cup, the control unit (100) may calculate twice the points (for example, 10 points) corresponding to the first cup ( For example, it may be determined that 20 points) are the points for the player who threw the ball. However, it is not limited to this.

In other words, the control unit (100) of the game device (1000) in multiple embodiments of the present disclosure can calculate game points based on sensing data sensed by the sensing unit (200) provided at the game table. .

According to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure, the control unit (100) may determine different game points to be awarded depending on the cup in which the ball is located.

For example, the control unit (100) provides 10 points when the ball is located in the first cup of at least one first game cup, and 20 points when the ball is located in the second cup of at least one first game cup. , if the ball is located in the third cup of at least one first game cup, it can be determined that the score is 30 points, etc.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the controller (100) may determine to award the same game points to all cups in which the ball is located.

For example, the control unit (100) provides 10 points when the ball is located in the first cup of at least one first game cup, and 10 points when the ball is located in the second cup of at least one first game cup. , if the ball is located in the third cup of at least one first game cup, it can be determined that the score is 10 points, etc.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the control unit (100) of the game device (1000) can calculate game points based on the position of the throw line. Here, the slow line irradiation unit (600) of the game device (1000) can irradiate a plurality of slow lines. The game device (1000) may further include a distance measurement sensor for sensing the position of a throw line where a player throws a ball.

Specifically, the control unit (100) can give weight to the game points or give a penalty to the game points based on the position of the throw line where the player throws the ball.

For example, even if a first player and a second player put a ball into the same game cup (that is, a game cup to which the same points are awarded, for example, 10 points), the control unit (100) may Different points can be awarded to the second players. In other words, the control unit (100) controls the second throw line, which is relatively far from the game table, from the first point (for example, 10 points) of the first player who threw the ball from the first throw line position, which is relatively close to the game table. It may be determined that the second point (eg, 20 points) for the second player who threw the ball from the line position is higher. However, it is not limited to this.

Therefore, the game device (1000) in still other embodiments of the present disclosure provides game points to players in various ways to increase the entertainment element of the game played on the game device (1000). Can be done.

On the other hand, the control unit (100) of the game device (1000) can recognize whether a preset event has occurred based on the game points. The control unit (100) can control the display unit (400) or the audio unit (500) to output video or sound effects corresponding to a preset event. The video or sound effects corresponding to the preset event can be stored in advance in the memory (300) of the game device (1000).

The preset event may be, for example, a first event in which a ball thrown by a player is located in a preset specific cup among at least one game cup, a first event in which a ball thrown by a player is located in a specific preset cup, or a first event in which a plurality of balls thrown by a player obtain points that are predetermined. and a third event in which at least two of the plurality of balls thrown by the player are located in the same cup. However, it is not limited to this.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the game device (1000) can capture images of a player throwing a ball through the camera unit. When the control unit (100) recognizes that a preset event has occurred, the control unit (100) can control the display unit (400) to output the image acquired by the camera unit to the display unit. .

Therefore, by providing differentiated event images for each player, the entertainment element of the game played on the game device (1000) can be increased.

FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining an example of an application screen related to a game executed on a game device according to a plurality of embodiments of the present disclosure.

According to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure, the communication unit of the game device (1000) can transmit information related to a game executed in the game device (1000) to a user terminal.

Specifically, the communication unit can transmit the history of game play executed on the game device (1000) to the user terminal. Here, the play history can include, for example, the number of times the player has played the game, the number of battles, the number of mistakes, etc. However, it is not limited to this.

According to other embodiments of the present disclosure, the communication unit of the game device (1000) can transmit information related to the game to a game server that manages information related to the game.

Although not shown, the game server can be provided as an integrated type in the game device (1000). The operator of the game device (1000) can also install a game server inside the game device (1000). For example, any one of one or more game devices (1000) can be selected and set as the main game device (1000). The game devices (1000) other than the main game device (1000) can be made sub-game devices, and a game server can be installed inside the main game device (1000). However, this is just an example, and the game server is located outside the game device (1000) and can also communicate with other game devices. The main game device can also be connected to an internally installed game server via a network. Further, the main game device and one or more sub game devices can be connected through a network.

Additionally, game servers in embodiments of the present disclosure may provide applications that can be installed on user terminals. The game server can receive the play history of the user corresponding to each of the user terminals from the game device (1000). In this case, the game server can analyze each user's play history received from the game device (1000) and provide the user terminal with the result of analyzing the play history.

Further, the game server allows the user terminal on which the application is installed to log in to the game device (1000), controls the game device (1000), or controls the game device (1000). ) may also provide the user with a means to control the game being run in the game.

On the other hand, an application related to a game executed on the game device (1000) may be installed on the user terminal. Here, the application can provide the user with the result of analyzing the information regarding the game received from the communication unit of the game device (1000) or the play history received from the game server.

For example, the application may include an application screen (90) as shown in FIG. 20.

Specifically, the application screen (90) includes a game history display area (91) where the user's game history is displayed, a login information display area (91-1) where information on logged-in users is displayed, and a game device. (1000), an advertisement and event display area (92), a hotkey display area (94) preset by the user, and an application menu display area (95). However, the above-mentioned components are not essential when implementing the application screen (90), and the components included in the application screen (90) can be more or less than the above-mentioned components. .

A user of the game device (1000) according to the present disclosure can easily check his or her own game play history or the result of analyzing the game play history through an application as shown in FIG.

In other words, the game device (1000) according to the embodiments of the present disclosure provides a variety of information (for example, play history) to the user and guides the user to intuitively recognize his/her own game ability. Can be done. Therefore, the game device (1000) can improve the user's satisfaction with the game or the sense of immersion in the game.

The description of the embodiments presented herein is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to make use of or practice the disclosure. Various modifications to such embodiments will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art of this disclosure, and the general principles defined herein may fall outside the scope of this disclosure. It can be applied to other embodiments without having to do so. Therefore, this disclosure is not to be limited to the embodiments herein shown, but is to be construed in the broadest scope consistent with the principles and novel features presented herein.

As mentioned above, the content related to the best mode for carrying out the invention has been described.

The present disclosure relates to a game device, and more specifically, to a game device that plays using a game ball.

Claims (19)

A game device,
a game table including a first section in which at least one first game cup is disposed and a second section in which a ball bounces;
a ball sensing unit provided in the first section and configured to sense whether the ball is located in any one of the at least one first game cup;
a bounce sensing unit provided in the second section and configured to sense whether or not the ball bounces in the second section;
including;
The bound sensing section includes:
a first method of sensing vibrations in the second section;
a second method of sensing weight changes in the second section;
a third method of recognizing a shape or color already set in video data for the second section acquired through a camera unit;
a fourth method of forming a magnetic field on the second section and sensing changes in the formed magnetic field;
a fifth method of sensing a magnetic field on the second section; or a sixth method of sensing an electronic tag on the second section;
Using two or more of these methods,
If the ratio of the results of recognizing whether the ball bounces by the two or more methods exceeds a preset ratio, determining that the ball has bounced in the second section;
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
The bound sensing unit, for the first method,
sensing vibrations generated in the second section;
recognizing that the ball has bounced in the second section if the vibration exceeds a preset magnitude;
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
The bound sensing unit, for the second method,
sensing a change in weight of the second section;
recognizing that the ball has bounced in the second section if there is a change in weight in the second section;
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
The bound sensing unit, for the third method,
including the camera unit that acquires the video data;
Recognizing that the ball bounced in the second section using the video data acquired by the camera unit;
gaming equipment. In claim 4,
The bound sensing section includes:
Obtaining an image of the second section from the horizontal direction through the camera unit during a round of the game;
recognizing that the ball has bounced in the second section if a preset shape or a preset hue is recognized in the image;
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
For the fourth method, the bound sensing section
an oscillation unit that generates a high frequency to form the magnetic field;
a magnetic field detection unit that senses changes in the magnetic field;
including;
The ball includes a metal material having a predetermined magnetic permeability.
gaming equipment. In claim 6,
The bound sensing section includes:
forming the magnetic field on the second section at a first point in time when a round of the game starts using the oscillating unit;
When a change in the magnetic field is recognized at a second time point after the first time point using the magnetic field detection unit, it is recognized that the ball has bounced in the second section;
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
The bound sensing unit, for the fifth method,
including a transistor unit that senses the magnetic field;
The ball includes a magnetic part that generates the magnetic field.
gaming equipment. In claim 8,
When the bound sensing unit senses a magnetic field generated by a magnetic part included in the ball on the second section at a second time point after a first time point when a round of the game starts using the transistor unit, Recognizing that the ball bounced in the second section;
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
The bound sensing unit includes a reading unit that outputs an electromagnetic field and reads the electronic tag included in the ball for the sixth method.
gaming equipment. In claim 10,
The bound sensing section includes:
outputting the electromagnetic field onto the second section at a first point in time when a round of the game begins using the reading unit;
If the electronic tag is read on the second section at a second time point after the first time point using the reading unit, it is recognized that the ball has bounced on the second section.
gaming equipment. In claim 11,
The bound sensing unit recognizes a player corresponding to the electronic tag by reading the electronic tag using the reading unit.
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
further comprising a control unit that calculates game points using sensing data sensed by a sensing unit provided at the game table;
The control unit includes:
When sensing data indicating that the ball bounced in the second section is acquired by the bounce sensing unit, weighting is given when calculating the game point;
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
The game table is
The ball further includes a pad provided in a region of the first section to prevent the ball from bouncing.
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
The game table has a structure in which the first section and the second section are separable.
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
The game table further includes a third section located in a direction opposite to the direction in which the first section is located in the second section, and in which at least one second game cup is arranged.
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
The game table further includes a slow line irradiation unit installed on the bottom or side surface of the game table and irradiating a throw line to the outside.
gaming equipment. In claim 1,
a control unit that recognizes whether a preset event has occurred based on sensing data sensed by the sensing unit;
a memory storing video or sound effects corresponding to the preset event;
further including,
gaming equipment. In claim 18,
a display unit that is provided in an area of the game table and outputs an image corresponding to the preset event when the control unit recognizes that a preset event has occurred;
an audio unit that outputs a sound effect corresponding to the preset event when the control unit recognizes that a preset event has occurred;
further including,
gaming equipment.