JP7386020B2 - Programs, server devices, game systems and game devices - Google Patents

Description

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

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there have been training simulation games in which parameters indicating a character's abilities are increased to enjoy the character's growth process (for example, Patent Document 1). For example, in the conventional technique disclosed in Patent Document 1, a game event occurs with a combination of first characters of a first game. For example, in the case of rivalry, a confrontation event occurs. Then, as an effect of the game event, a process is performed to change the parameters of the second character that can be used in the second game.

Furthermore, love simulation games have conventionally existed (for example, Patent Document 2). In the conventional technology disclosed in Patent Document 2, parameters (for example, likeability) are controlled in the relationship between a player character (a virtual person played by the player) and other characters, and the player himself becomes the main character and creates a pseudo-character. It is about enjoying love. However, in the conventional technology disclosed in Patent Document 2, there is no element in which the player himself, as a third party, watches and enjoys the compatibility and love process between one character and another character.

JP2016-28737A Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2012-55644

However, in the conventional technology, game events are not generated in consideration of all combinations of characters, and thus there is a lack of diversity in game events. In addition, it is expected that the player will be able to enjoy watching the compatibility and love process between one character and another character from the perspective of a third party.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems, and its purpose is to be able to generate various game events that take into account combinations of characters, and furthermore, to enable the player himself to interact with third parties. The purpose of the present invention is to provide a program, a server device, a game system, and a game device that allow you to enjoy the relationship (for example, compatibility) between one character and another character and game events.

(1) The present invention:
A program that controls game events that occur due to a combination of multiple characters,
A settings section for setting multiple characters to be used during the game,
a parameter management unit that manages predetermined parameters from the character to the other characters for each other character in association with each of the plurality of characters;
a selection unit that selects at least one combination from all combinations made up of at least two characters;
causing the computer to function as an event control unit that executes a game event based on the combination selected by the selection unit;
The selection department is
The present invention relates to a program that selects at least one combination based on each predetermined parameter for each of all characters and each other character.

The present invention also relates to a computer-readable information storage medium that stores a program that causes the computer to function as each of the above units.

The present invention also relates to a server device including the above-mentioned units. The present invention also relates to a game system including the above-mentioned parts. The present invention also relates to a game device including the above-mentioned parts.

According to the present invention, at least one combination is selected based on each predetermined parameter of each of all the characters with respect to each other character, so it is possible to generate various game events that take into consideration the combinations of characters, and the game event It is possible to improve the interest of

Furthermore, the present invention allows the player to enjoy the relationship (for example, compatibility) between one character and another character, which are elements of the combination, and the game event according to the relationship, from the standpoint of a third party. I can do it.

(2) Furthermore, in the program, information storage medium, server device, game system, and game device according to the present invention,
The event control unit includes:
Manage at least one or more game events for each combination,
a predetermined parameter of at least one character among the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination selected by the selection unit for other characters, or
Based on the values calculated based on the respective predetermined parameters for each of the other characters of each of the plurality of characters that are the elements of the combination selected by the selection section,
It may also be possible to control game events.

According to the present invention, a predetermined parameter of at least one character among a plurality of characters that are elements of a selected combination with respect to other characters, or a predetermined parameter of each of a plurality of characters that are elements of a selected combination with respect to each other character. Since the values calculated based on each predetermined parameter can influence the game event, it is possible to further improve the interest of the game event.

(3) Furthermore, in the program, information storage medium, server device, game system, and game device according to the present invention,
The event control unit includes:
a predetermined parameter of at least one character among the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination selected by the selection unit for other characters, or
Based on the values calculated based on the respective predetermined parameters for each of the other characters of each of the plurality of characters that are the elements of the combination selected by the selection section,
At least one of the success rate of a game event to be executed, the probability of occurrence of a game event, and the order of execution of a plurality of game events to be executed may be controlled.

According to the present invention, it is possible to further improve the interest of a game event based on predetermined parameters.

(4) Furthermore, in the program, information storage medium, server device, game system, and game device according to the present invention,
The event control unit includes:
Manage at least one or more game events for each combination,
Based on each predetermined parameter for each of the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination selected by the selection unit and each other character, the priority order of the plurality of characters that are the elements of the combination is determined, and the execution is performed based on the priority order. The game event to be played may be determined.

According to the present invention, for example, when a game event in which the character PA is the main character and a game event in which the character PB is the main character is prepared, for example, if a combination of the characters PA and PB is selected, the character PA, It is possible to execute a game event centered on the one with a higher priority among the PBs. Furthermore, since the priority order of the characters PB can be determined based on a predetermined parameter of the character PA with respect to the character PB and a predetermined parameter of the character PB with respect to the character PA, it is possible to further improve the interest of the game event based on the predetermined parameters. can.

(5) Furthermore, in the program, information storage medium, server device, game system, and game device according to the present invention,
The parameter management section includes:
At least one of the predetermined parameters of each of the plurality of characters for each of the other characters may be changed as the game progresses.

According to the present invention, at least one of the predetermined parameters of each of the plurality of characters for each of the other characters is changed (for example, increased) as the game progresses, so that the interest of the game can be further increased.

(6) Furthermore, in the program, information storage medium, server device, game system, and game device according to the present invention,
The parameter management section includes:
Each predetermined parameter may be changed for each of a plurality of characters that performed the same action at the same time.

According to the present invention, a plurality of characters (for example, characters PA and PB) who performed the same action at the same time mutually exchange predetermined parameters (i.e., predetermined parameters for character PA with respect to character PB, and predetermined parameters of character PB with respect to character PA). The predetermined parameter) can be changed (for example, increased), the manner in which the predetermined parameter changes can be easily understood, and the player can be encouraged to play a game to change the predetermined parameter.

(7) Furthermore, in the program, information storage medium, server device, game system, and game device according to the present invention,
The parameter management section includes:
At least one of the predetermined parameters of each of the plurality of characters for each of the other characters may be changed according to the progress of the game in a game part different from the game part in which the game event occurs.

According to the present invention, at least one of the predetermined parameters of each of the plurality of characters for each other character is changed as the game progresses in a game part different from the game part in which the game event occurs. In order to make the change, the player can be prompted to play a game part different from the game part in which the game event occurs.

(8) Furthermore, in the program, information storage medium, server device, game system, and game device according to the present invention,
The selection department is
For each combination, at least one combination may be selected from all combinations based on values calculated based on predetermined parameters for each of a plurality of characters that are elements of the combination.

In the present invention, for example, when the predetermined parameter from character PA to character PB is "100" and the predetermined parameter from character PB to character PA is "50", the total value for the combination of characters PA and PB is "150". Or calculate the integrated value "5000". Then, such calculation is performed for each of a plurality of combinations, and, for example, one combination with the highest total value (or integrated value) is selected. In this way, it is possible to generate a game event that takes into account a combination of characters that takes into account predetermined parameters, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game event.

(9) Furthermore, in the program, information storage medium, server device, game system, and game device according to the present invention,
The selection department is
For each combination, if a predetermined parameter from one character to another among the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination exceeds a threshold, the character is designated as a candidate character;
A combination of candidate characters may be selected.

According to the present invention, combinations made up of candidate characters whose predetermined parameters exceed a threshold value are selected, so that, for example, characters whose predetermined parameters are too low can be eliminated from the selected character combinations.

(10) Furthermore, in the program, information storage medium, server device, game system, and game device according to the present invention,
The event control unit includes:
Control event parameters that change as game events are executed,
The occurrence of the game event may be changed depending on the event parameter.

According to the present invention, it is possible to generate various game events according to event parameters, and it is possible to execute game events that attract players.

(11) Furthermore, in the program, information storage medium, server device, game system, and game device according to the present invention,
The event control unit includes:
An execution history of the game event may be stored in the storage unit in correspondence with the event parameter.

According to the present invention, since the execution history of game events is stored in the storage unit in accordance with the event parameters, for example, execution of a game event with the same content as a game event executed in the past is prohibited based on the execution history. This makes it possible to carry out game events that attract players.

FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an example of a system configuration showing a configuration of a game system according to an embodiment. FIG. 1 is a diagram showing functional blocks of a server device according to an embodiment. FIG. 1 is a diagram showing functional blocks of a terminal device according to an embodiment. An example of cooperation parameters of one embodiment. An explanatory diagram regarding a combination of one embodiment. An example of a list of possessed characters according to one embodiment. An explanatory diagram regarding group organization according to an embodiment. An example of a group organization screen according to an embodiment. An example of a display screen that displays cooperation parameters K according to an embodiment. An explanatory diagram regarding a game event of one embodiment. An example of a confirmation screen for cooperation parameter K according to an embodiment. An example of an event execution screen according to an embodiment. 5 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the flow of processing for executing a game event in a server device according to an embodiment.

This embodiment will be described below. Note that this embodiment described below does not unduly limit the content of the present invention described in the claims. Furthermore, not all of the configurations described in this embodiment are essential components of the present invention.

[1] Game System First, the outline and general configuration of the game system 1 of this embodiment will be explained using FIG. 1. Note that FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of a system configuration showing the configuration of a game system 1 of this embodiment.

The server device 10 is an information processing device that can provide a service that allows players to play games using a terminal device (game device) 20 that is communicatively connected via the Internet.

The terminal device 20 is a client device, and is an information processing device such as a game device, a smartphone, a mobile phone, a PHS, a computer, a game device, a PDA, a portable game machine, or an image generation device, and is connected to the Internet (WAN), LAN, etc. This is a device that can be connected to the server device 10 via a network such as.

[1.1] Game system configured with server and client As shown in FIG. 20B, 20C) are configured to be connectable to the Internet (an example of a network). In this embodiment, a server-client type game system will be mainly explained.

By accessing the server device 10 from the terminal device 20, the player can play the game based on information transmitted from the server device 10 via the Internet.

Although not shown, the game system includes a game server device that executes the game, a communication server device (message server device) that controls communication of information, and a terminal device 20 that mutually communicate with each other over the Internet. It may also be a system connected via

Note that the server device 10 described below may perform various processes related to the present invention alone, or the terminal device 20 alone may perform various processes related to the present invention.

[1.2] Terminal Device In this embodiment, the present invention may be implemented only by the terminal device 20 without being connected to the server device 10. For example, it may be a game system realized by a plurality of terminal devices 20 through P2P (peer-to-peer) communication.

[1.3] Cloud-type game system Further, the game system 1 of this embodiment may be a cloud-type game system. For example, in a cloud-type game system, only the server device 10 side performs basic game processing (including drawing processing, etc.), and the terminal device 20 side only performs display control of the processing results of the server device 10. Further, the terminal device 20 only transmits information such as controller input information to the server device 10. Note that in such a case, the terminal device 20 may transmit information other than the input information. That is, in the case of the game system 1 on the cloud side, information (messages, items, etc.) is transmitted and received between players within the server device 10.

[1.4] Terminal device including multiple controllers In the present embodiment, one terminal device 20 may include multiple controllers (input section 260). Note that when a plurality of players play a game using the controllers of each player of one terminal device 20, it is assumed that the plurality of players are realistically close to each other. Therefore, it is considered that it is easier to obtain the effect of communication control after role change in this embodiment by preparing a terminal device 20 for each player and playing the game via a network.

In other words, in the case of a game system in which one terminal device 20 includes a plurality of controllers (input units 260), transmission and reception will be performed within the terminal device 20.

[1.5] Example of Social Game Additionally, the server device 10 may function as an SNS server that provides communication-type services. Here, the SNS server may be an information processing device that provides a service that allows communication between multiple players.

For example, when the server device 10 functions as an SNS server, it can play a game called a social game that is executed using the operating environment (API (application programming interface), platform, etc.) of the provided SNS. We are now able to provide games.

Note that, unlike existing online games, social games include games that do not require dedicated client software and can be used only with a web browser and SNS account. Furthermore, the server device 10 has a configuration that allows it to connect to other players' terminal devices 20 via a network and provide an online game in which players can simultaneously share the same game progress online.

[1.6] Examples of browser games In particular, the server device 10 can play games provided on the web browser of the terminal device 20, such as HTML, FLASH, CGI, PHP, shockwave, Java (registered trademark) applets, and JavaScript (registered trademark). Browser games (games that can be started simply by opening the installation site with a Web browser) may be provided in various languages such as (Trademark).

The terminal device 20 also includes a web browser that can view web pages (HTML format data). That is, the terminal device 20 performs display control using a communication control function for communicating with the server device 10 and data received from the server device 10 (web data, data created in HTML format, etc.). , a Web browser function for transmitting player operation data to the server device 10, etc., and performs various processes for providing game screens to the player, thereby allowing the player to play the game. However, the terminal device 20 may acquire game control information provided from the server device 10, execute predetermined game processing, and execute a game based on the game processing.

Specifically, when the terminal device 20 makes a request to the server device 10 to play a predetermined game, it is connected to the game site of the server device 10 and starts the game. In particular, the terminal device 20 uses the API as necessary to cause the server device 10 functioning as an SNS server to perform predetermined processing, or to acquire player information managed by the server device 10 functioning as an SNS server. It may also have a configuration in which the game is executed by

[1.7] Others The server device 10 may be configured with one (device, processor), or may be configured with a plurality of (devices, processors). Information (for example, player information, game information, etc.) stored in the storage area (storage unit 140 described later) of the server device 10 is stored in a database (storage device in a broad sense) connected via a network (intranet or Internet). It may also be stored in a memory (memory). Note that the communication line between the terminal device 20 and the server device 10 may be wired or wireless.

[2] Server Device Next, the server device 10 of this embodiment will be described using FIG. 2. Note that FIG. 2 is a diagram showing functional blocks of the server device 10 of this embodiment. Further, the server device 10 of this embodiment may have a configuration in which some of the components (each unit) in FIG. 2 are omitted.

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

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

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

The information storage medium 180 (computer readable medium) stores programs, data, etc., and its functions include optical disks (CDs, DVDs), magneto-optical disks (MO), magnetic disks, hard disks, and magnetic tapes. , or a memory (ROM).

The communication unit 196 performs various controls for communicating with the outside (for example, terminals, other servers, and other network systems), and its functions are performed by hardware such as various processors or communication ASICs. It consists of software, programs, etc.

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

In addition to the main storage unit 142, the storage unit 140 of the present embodiment includes a game data storage unit 144 in which game information indicating information regarding the game is stored, and player information indicating information regarding each player (each user). It has a player information storage section (user information storage section) 146 in which (user information) is stored.

In particular, the game data storage unit 144 stores information about the game space (game field) in which the game is played, information about each character, information about the virtual camera, and other setting values used in the game. Additionally, the game data storage unit 144 stores information on game media (items, etc.) managed by the server device 10.

The player information storage unit 146 also stores, for each player, (1) the player's nickname, player ID, and if the player belongs to a team, the team name and ID (hereinafter referred to as "affiliation information");
(2) Information regarding individual and team performance, such as current scores, earned rewards, or game time (hereinafter also referred to as "performance information");
(3) Information regarding the characteristics and attributes of the player character (the character operated by the player), the game media (items, etc.) possessed by the player character, its type (including the ability of the item), and parameters (4) Other player characters (characters operated by other players) and information regarding battle results such as the number of wins and losses against other player characters and other teams in competitive games with other teams (hereinafter also referred to as "score information");
(5) location information indicating the position of each player or team within the game field;
(6) Information on the presence or absence of defeat (game over or not) (hereinafter also referred to as "defeat information"), and
(7) Information regarding billing such as billing history and billing amount;
is memorized.

Note that the score information, battle record information, and defeat information included in the player information are updated at each predetermined timing. For example, predetermined timings include every given period (e.g. every 5 minutes), the timing when a player logs out, the predetermined time in the game (e.g. 8:00 a.m.), the timing when a predetermined event occurs (e.g. This includes the timing at which any individual match or team match ended.

Furthermore, the storage section 140 includes a predetermined parameter storage section 148. The predetermined parameter storage unit 148 stores, for each character, predetermined parameters (for example, cooperation parameters) from the character to other characters.

Furthermore, the storage unit 140 includes an execution history storage unit 149. The execution history storage unit 149 stores the execution history of game events and the like for each character.

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

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

For example, the processing unit 100 (processor) controls the entire server device 10 based on a program stored in the information storage medium 180, and performs various processes such as controlling the exchange of data etc. between each unit. . Furthermore, processing for providing various services in response to requests from the terminal device 20 is performed.

Specifically, the processing unit 100 of this embodiment includes a web processing unit 102, a game control unit 103, a timer management unit 104, a setting unit 106, a parameter management unit 107, a selection unit 108, an event control unit 110, and a display control unit. 112.

The web processing unit 102 functions as a web server. For example, the web processing unit 102 performs a process of transmitting data in response to a request from a web browser installed on the terminal device 20 through a communication protocol such as HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol), and a process of transmitting data in response to a request from a web browser installed on the terminal device 20. Performs processing to receive transmitted data.

Note that in this embodiment, the server device 10 may perform some or all of the operations, or the terminal device 20 may perform some of the operations.

The game control unit 103 works in conjunction with the terminal device 20, and executes game processing of the game provided in this embodiment in each player based on the player's operation input via the terminal device 20. Furthermore, the game control unit 103 executes control on preset characters such as NPCs.

The timer management unit 104 has a timer function and is used to manage the progress of the game. In particular, the timer management section 104 works in conjunction with the game control section 103 and outputs the current time and a preset time to each section. Further, the timer management unit 104 is used to synchronize with each terminal device 20.

The setting unit 106 sets a plurality of characters to be used during the game. For example, the setting unit 106 sets a group composed of a plurality of characters to be used during the game based on the player's operation input.

The parameter management unit 107 manages predetermined parameters from that character to other characters in association with each of the plurality of characters.

Further, the parameter management unit 107 may change at least one of the predetermined parameters of each of the plurality of characters for each other character according to the progress of the game.

Further, the parameter management unit 107 may change each predetermined parameter for each of a plurality of characters that performed the same action at the same time.

Further, the parameter management unit 107 changes at least one of the predetermined parameters for each of the plurality of characters for each other character according to the progress of the game in a game part different from the game part in which the game event occurs. Good too.

The selection unit 108 selects at least one combination from all combinations made up of at least two characters.

Further, the selection unit 108 selects at least one combination based on each predetermined parameter for each of all the characters and each other character.

Furthermore, for each combination, the selection unit 108 selects at least one combination from all the combinations based on values calculated based on predetermined parameters for each of the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination. For example, the selection unit 108 calculates, for each combination, the sum or integrated value of predetermined parameters for each of the plurality of characters that are the elements of the combination, and selects one of the plurality of combinations based on the calculated value. You may select a combination of.

In addition, for each combination, if a predetermined parameter from one character to another among a plurality of characters that are elements of the combination exceeds a threshold, the selection unit 108 selects the character as a candidate character, and selects a candidate character as a candidate character. You may also select a combination.

The event control unit 110 manages at least one game event for each combination.

Further, the event control unit 110 may set a predetermined parameter for another character of at least one character among the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination selected by the selection unit 108, or an element of the combination selected by the selection unit 108. The game event executed by the event control unit 110 may be controlled (for example, set or changed) based on values calculated based on predetermined parameters of each of a plurality of characters for each other character.

Further, the event control unit 110 may set a predetermined parameter for another character of at least one character among the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination selected by the selection unit 108, or an element of the combination selected by the selection unit 108. At least the success rate of a game event to be executed, the probability of occurrence of a game event, and the order of execution of a plurality of game events to be executed, based on values calculated based on respective predetermined parameters of each of a plurality of characters for each other character. Alternatively, one may be controlled.

Furthermore, the event control unit 110 determines the priority order of the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination selected by the selection unit 108 based on each predetermined parameter for each of the other characters. , the game event to be executed may be determined based on the priority order.

Furthermore, the event control unit 110 may control event parameters (for example, execution flags) that change as the game event is executed, and change the occurrence of the game event in accordance with the event parameter.

Further, the event control unit 110 may store the execution history of the game event in the execution history storage unit 149 in correspondence with the event parameter.

The event control unit 110 executes a game event based on the combination selected by the selection unit 108.

The display control unit 112 displays information for each player. For example, the display control unit 112 displays information such as a game screen, a screen related to predetermined parameters, a deck composition screen, etc. on the display unit 290 of the terminal device 20 of each player.

[3] Terminal Device Next, the terminal device 20 of this embodiment will be described using FIG. 3. Note that FIG. 3 is an example of a functional block diagram showing the configuration of the terminal device in this embodiment. Further, the terminal device 20 of this embodiment may have a configuration in which some of the components (each unit) in FIG. 3 are omitted.

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

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

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

The storage unit 270 serves as a work area for the processing unit 200, the communication unit 296, and the like, and its functions can be realized by RAM (VRAM) or the like. The storage unit 270 of this embodiment includes a main storage unit 271 used as a work area, and an image buffer 272 in which final display images and the like are stored. Note that some of these may be omitted, or the storage unit 140 of the server device 10 may constitute part of them.

The information storage medium 280 (computer readable medium) stores programs, data, etc., and its functions include optical disks (CD, DVD), magneto-optical disks (MO), magnetic disks, hard disks, and magnetic tapes. , or a memory (ROM).

Further, the information storage medium 280 can store a program for making the computer function as each part of this embodiment (a program for making the computer execute the processing of each part). Note that the processing unit 200 performs various processes of this embodiment based on the program (data) stored in the information storage medium 280, as described later.

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

In particular, in this embodiment, the display section 290 also functions as an input section 260 through which the player operates the game by using a touch panel display. Here, as the touch panel, for example, a resistive film type (4-wire type, 5-wire type), a capacitance type, an electromagnetic induction type, an ultrasonic surface acoustic wave type, an infrared scanning type, or the like can be used.

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

The communication unit 296 performs various controls for communicating with the outside (for example, a host device or other terminal device), and its functions are performed by hardware such as various processors or communication ASICs, and programs. This can be achieved by

Note that the terminal device 20 receives programs and data stored in the information storage medium 180 and the storage unit 140 of the server device 10 for making the computer function as each part of this embodiment via the network. The programs and data may be stored in the information storage medium 280 or the storage unit 270. A case where the terminal device 20 functions by receiving programs and data in this manner can also be included within the scope of the present invention.

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

In particular, in this embodiment, the game processing includes processing for starting the game when game start conditions are met, processing for advancing the game, processing for arranging objects such as player characters and enemy characters, and displaying objects. processing, processing for calculating game results, or processing for ending the game when game ending conditions are met.

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

The processing section 200 includes a communication control section 210, a web browser 211, a game processing section 212, a display control section 213, a drawing section 220, and a sound processing section 230. Note that a configuration may be adopted in which some of these are omitted.

The communication control unit 210 performs processing for transmitting and receiving data with each of the server devices 10. Further, the communication control unit 210 performs processing for storing data received from the server device 10 in the storage unit 270, processing for analyzing the received data, control processing regarding transmission and reception of other data, and the like.

Note that the communication control unit 210 may perform a process of storing and managing server destination information (IP address, port number) in the information storage medium 280. The communication control unit 210 may communicate with the server device 10 when receiving input information from the player to start communication.

In particular, the communication control unit 210 performs a process of transmitting player identification information and operation information to the server device 10 and receiving data (player's web page, game screen, etc.) from the server device 10.

Note that the communication control unit 210 may transmit and receive data with the server device 10 at predetermined intervals, or may transmit and receive data with the server device 10 when receiving input information from the input unit 260. In particular, the communication control unit 210 of this embodiment performs a process of receiving given screen information (for example, information on a game screen, a guide screen, etc.) from the server device 10.

The web browser 211 is an application program for viewing web pages (game screens), downloads HTML files, image files, etc. from the web server (server device 10), analyzes the layout, and controls the display. Further, the Web browser 211 transmits data to the Web server (server device 10) using an input form (link, button, text box, etc.).

The web browser 211 of this embodiment can implement a browser game. For example, the web browser 211 may execute a program written in JavaScript (registered trademark), FLASH, Java (registered trademark), etc., received from the web server (server device 10).

The terminal device 20 can display information from a web server specified by a URL (abbreviation for Uniform Resource Locator) via the Internet using the web browser 211. For example, the terminal device 20 can display the game screen (data such as HTML) received from the server device 10 using the Web browser 211.

The game processing unit 212 performs various game processing. For example, there are processes for starting the game when game start conditions are met, processes for advancing the game, and processes for ending the game when game end conditions are met.

The game processing unit 212 then processes various objects (consisting of primitives such as polygons, free-form surfaces, or subdivision surfaces) that represent display objects such as player characters, buildings, stadiums, cars, trees, pillars, walls, and maps (terrain). It may also be possible to perform a process of arranging and setting objects (objects) in the object space.

The object space here is a virtual space, and includes both a two-dimensional space and a three-dimensional space. A two-dimensional space is, for example, a space in which objects are arranged at two-dimensional coordinates (X, Y), and a three-dimensional space is, for example, a space in which objects are arranged at three-dimensional coordinates (X, Y, Z). be.

Further, the game processing unit 212 performs game processing (for example, processing of a competitive game, etc.), lottery processing, etc. based on player input information input by the input unit 260.

For example, the terminal device 20 may issue a lottery request to the server device 10, and the server device 10 may be controlled to perform a lottery process upon receiving the lottery request from the terminal device 20.

Further, the game processing unit 212 may be executed in conjunction with the server device 10, or a part or all of it may be formed in the server device 10.

Furthermore, the display control unit 213 performs a process of displaying a game screen on the display unit 290. For example, the display control unit 213 may display using the Web browser 211. That is, the display control unit 213 causes the display unit 290 to display information necessary during the game based on the information transmitted from the server device 10. For example, the terminal device 20 displays information presented from the server device 10 (information received from the server device 10).

The drawing unit 220 performs drawing processing based on various processes (for example, game processing) performed by the processing unit 200, thereby generating an image, and outputting the image to the display unit 290 by the display control unit 213. The image generated by the drawing unit 220 may be a so-called two-dimensional image or a so-called three-dimensional image.

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

[4] Overview In this embodiment, a game event that occurs by a combination of a plurality of characters is controlled. For example, a predetermined number of characters for a battle (e.g. , 5 characters) are selected to form a group of player A, and the player A plays against another group (a group of other players or a group controlled by the CPU) (for example, in a soccer game). . Each character belonging to a group is controlled to grow and develop so that its abilities (level, experience points) improve according to game progress and game results.

In particular, the server device 10 of this embodiment manages collaboration parameters K (in a broad sense, referred to as "predetermined parameters") that indicate the relationship between a character and another character. The collaboration parameter K is a parameter indicating the degree of attachment and interest from one character to the other character. The cooperation parameter K is a parameter that associates one character with all other characters, and is set for each character.

For example, when a group is formed by the characters PA, PB, PC, PD, and PE owned by player A, the server device 10 can create a group for each character, from one character to another, as shown in FIG. Set parameter K. Further, the cooperation parameter K can be increased by the character executing a given program (event program such as a match, practice, or break) with another character.

Then, the server device 10 selects one combination made up of at least two characters using the cooperation parameter K, and executes a game event based on the selected combination. For example, when characters PA, PB, PC, PD, and PE exist, as shown in FIG. 5, there are 10 combinations of two characters.

Then, the server device 10 selects the combination with the highest total value X of the cooperation parameters K of the characters of the elements of the combination from all the combinations (for example, 10 combinations in the example of FIG. 5). Then, assuming that the combination of characters with the highest total value X is a combination of characters PA and PB, the server device 10 generates an event regarding characters PA and PB based on the selected combination of characters PA and PB. Execute. For example, a game event is executed in which a moving image (animation) in which the characters PA and PB appear is played.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, one combination is selected based on each predetermined parameter of each of all characters with respect to each other character, so it is possible to generate various game events that take into account the combinations of characters. It is possible to improve the interest of the game event. In addition, the player himself, as a third party, can enjoy the relationship (for example, compatibility) between one character and another character, which are elements of the combination, and the game event according to the relationship. Further, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to increase the player's motivation to perform a given program (event program such as a match or practice) in order to increase the cooperation parameter K of the character with respect to other characters. The processing contents of this embodiment will be described in detail below.

[5] Description of Group The server device 10 of this embodiment allows each player to construct (organize) a group consisting of a predetermined number (for example, five) of characters.

In this embodiment, groups are constructed using characters, but groups may also be constructed using game media such as cards and items. The group may also be called other names such as "deck," "team," "troop," or "squad."

Each player then selects a group to be used in the competitive game, and plays the competitive game using each character making up the group.

[5.1] Character Information Next, focusing on player A, a list of characters owned by player A will be described. FIG. 6 shows an example of a list of characters possessed by player A that is stored in the player information storage unit 146.

The player information storage unit 146 stores one or more character IDs (character identification information) owned by player A and parameters (rarity, level, etc.) of each character in association with player A's identification information (player ID). etc.) are stored. Note that the server device 10 stores a list of owned characters for each player.

Rarity is a parameter indicating the rarity of a character. The higher the rarity, the lower the probability that a player can obtain it in a game or the like.

The level is a parameter indicating the rank (class) of the character. The higher the level of the character, the more efficiently the game can progress. ``Progressing the game efficiently'' means having high offensive power, high defensive power, and high offensive effectiveness and defensive effectiveness.

The experience value is a parameter indicating the frequency with which a character is used in a game (competitive game). When the character's experience value exceeds a threshold, the character's level increases.

Note that the parameters of each character include a cooperation parameter K for other characters. Further, the parameters of each character may include the character's attack power, defense power, physical strength value, and the like. Note that the physical strength value is also called life or HP value.

[5.2] Group Organization A group (deck) in this embodiment is composed of five characters (an example of a predetermined number) selected from among the characters owned by the player.

For example, as shown in FIG. 7, the server device 10 stores group identification information (group ID) and character IDs of the constituent elements of the group in association with player identification information (player ID).

For example, the server device 10 displays a group organization screen GW on the display unit 290 of the terminal device 20 of player A, as shown in FIG. By inputting (for example, touch input) the formation button B1, player A can replace (add, delete) the constituent characters of the group ID (for example, DA-1). That is, the server device 10 performs a process of organizing the characters that are the constituent elements of the group based on the operation input from the player A.

Note that the server device 10 stores group information for each player. Furthermore, in the game of this embodiment, one player can establish a plurality of groups.

Further, the group information stored in the storage unit of the terminal device 20 of player A is controlled to be synchronized with the group information associated with player A stored in the player information storage unit 146 of the server device 10.

Note that the group in this embodiment is composed of seven characters (an example of a predetermined number) selected from among the characters owned by the player, and when executing an event program such as a match, the group responds to the player's operation input. Based on this, control may be performed to select five characters to be used in a competitive game (match) from among the seven characters.

[6] Explanation regarding management of parameters [6.1] Explanation of cooperation parameters The server device 10 of the present embodiment associates each of a plurality of characters with the cooperation parameter K for each other character. to be managed. Note that the cooperation parameter K may also be referred to as a "predetermined parameter,""relationshipparameter," or "compatibility parameter."

FIG. 4 shows an example of cooperation parameters K that are set in association with each character. For example, if the characters belonging to player A's group are characters PA, PB, PC, PD, and PE, the server device 10 may A cooperation parameter K is set in association with . The initial value of the collaboration parameter K is "0" (an example of a predetermined value).

In the example of FIG. 4, the cooperation parameter K from character PA to character PB is set to "100," the cooperation parameter K from character PA to character PC is set to "80," and the cooperation parameter K from character PA to character PD is set to "80." The collaboration parameter K is set to "110", and the collaboration parameter K from the character PA to the character PE is set to "20".

Note that the server device 10 sets a cooperation parameter K with respect to other characters for each character owned by the player. For example, if player A owns characters other than the five characters shown in FIG. 4, the number of settings for cooperation parameter K will increase. In other words, if the number of characters owned by the player is N, then the number of types of characters for other characters is N! /(N-2)! becomes. In other words, as shown in FIG. 4, if the number of characters owned by player A is "5", then 5! /(5-2)! =20, and there are 20 types of characters for other characters. In other words, 20 combination parameters K are set.

FIG. 9 shows an example of a display screen GW2 that displays cooperation parameters K for each of the other characters PB, PC, PD, and PE of one character PA. Although not shown, a display screen that displays cooperation parameters K for each of the other characters PA, PC, PD, and PE based on the character PB, and a display screen that displays the cooperation parameters K for each of the other characters PA, PB, PD, and PE based on the character PC, respectively. A display screen that displays cooperation parameters K for each of the other characters PA, PB, PC, and PE based on the character PD, a display screen that displays the cooperation parameters K for each of the other characters PA, PB, PC, and other characters PA, PB, and PC based on the character PE, There is also a display screen that displays cooperation parameters K for each PD.

That is, the player can check, for each character, the cooperation parameter K of each other character with respect to the character. Player A can recognize which character has a higher or lower cooperation parameter K with respect to which character.

Further, the server device 10 sets cooperation parameters K for each of the other characters for each character owned by the player, and stores each cooperation parameter K in the parameter storage unit 148.

The server device 10 also stores, for each player, each cooperation parameter K of each character owned by the player in the parameter storage unit 148.

Further, each cooperation parameter K stored in the storage unit 270 of the player's terminal device 20 is controlled to be synchronized with each cooperation parameter K associated with the player stored in the parameter storage unit 148 of the server device 10. do.

[6.2] Explanation regarding changes in cooperation parameters The server device 10 changes at least one of the cooperation parameters of each of the plurality of characters with respect to other characters according to the progress of the game.

For example, the server device 10 performs a game part (for example, a competitive game (match) in which characters compete between groups) that is different from the game part in which a given game event (for example, a game event in which a moving image is played) occurs. At least one of the cooperation parameters of each of the plurality of characters with respect to other characters may be changed according to the progress of the game during a period of time, a period in which a character practices, a period in which a character takes a break, etc.).

For example, in a case where characters forming a group play a competitive game (match), if a group of players wins the competitive game, the server device 10 sets a predetermined value to the cooperation parameter K of each character forming the group. Add.

Furthermore, when one or more characters selected based on the player's operation input executes a given program such as practice or rest, the server device 10 sets a predetermined value to the cooperation parameter K of the one or more characters. Add values.

Further, in the server device 10, a plurality of characters who have performed the same action at the same time mutually change respective cooperation parameters for both characters. In this way, it becomes easy to understand how the cooperation parameters change, and it is possible to encourage the player to play the game in order to change the cooperation parameters.

Here, "time" means a period, for example, an execution period of an action program (for example, a competitive game). In addition, the same action means, for example, one of multiple types of action programs (for example, a competition game program, a practice program, a break program, etc.) for multiple characters. is to run the same program.

For example, the server device 10 may execute the same program (for example, a program for a competitive game) for one character and the other character in a common game space, thereby allowing the server device 10 to interact with one character and the other character. The characters are made to perform the same action at the same time, and the cooperation parameter K for both one character and the other character is increased.

This will be explained in more detail below. For convenience of explanation, the cooperation parameters of the characters PA and PB owned by player A will be explained. Also, let it be a cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) from character PA to character PB, and a cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) from character PB to character PA.

First, at the time of initial setting of the game, the server device 10 sets the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) from the character PA to the character PB and the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) from the character PB to the character PA to an initial value (for example, , 0).

The server device 10 then determines the type of game part (for example, competitive game (match), practice, break) that is different from the game part in which a given game event (for example, a game event for playing a moving image) occurs. The degree of increase in the cooperation parameter K is varied in accordance with this. The player can select which part to perform based on operational input.

For example, when the server device 10 selects the character PA and the character PB based on the operation input from the player A and receives an instruction to execute a "match," the server device 10 adds a value to the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) from the character PA to the character PB. I=20 is added, and the additional value I=20 is added to the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) from character PB to character PA.

In addition, when the server device 10 selects the character PA and the character PB based on the operation input from the player A and receives an instruction to execute "practice", the server device 10 adds an additional value to the cooperation parameter K (PA → PB) from the character PA to the character PB. I=10 is added, and the additional value I=10 is added to the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) from character PB to character PA.

In addition, when the server device 10 selects the character PA and the character PB based on the operation input from the player A and receives an instruction to execute "rest", the server device 10 adds a value to the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) from the character PA to the character PB. I=30 is added, and the additional value I=30 is added to the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) from character PB to character PA.

Note that the server device 10 may add the same numerical value to the cooperation parameter K from character PA to character PB (PA→PB) and the cooperation parameter K from character PB to character PA (PB→PA). , different numbers may be added.

For example, a coefficient Z (0≦Z) is set for each character. Then, the predetermined addition value I is multiplied by the coefficient Z, the value after the multiplication is set as the final addition value IL, and the addition value IL is added to the cooperation parameter K. For example, it is assumed that the additional value I=20, the coefficient Z of the character PA=1, and the coefficient Z of the character PB=2. Then, the server device 10 selects the character PA and the character PB based on the operation input from the player A, and when receiving an instruction to execute the "match" (competition game program), sets IL= to the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB). Add I×Z (that is, 20=20×1), and add IL=I×Z (that is, 40=20×2) to the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA).

This coefficient Z may be used like a compatibility variable. For example, control is performed to further double the coefficient Z only between characters with good compatibility, and control is performed to further increase the coefficient Z by 0.1 only between two characters with poor compatibility.

For example, the server device 10 assumes that the characters PA and PB have good compatibility, that the additional value I is 20, that the coefficient Z of the character PA is 1, and that the coefficient Z of the character PB is 2. When character PA and character PB are selected based on player A's operation input and an instruction to execute a "match" is accepted, IL=I×Z×2 (that is, 40=20×1) is set in collaboration parameter K (PA → PB). ×2), and IL=I×Z×2 (that is, 80=20×2×2) is added to the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA).

On the other hand, it is assumed that the characters PA and PE are not compatible, and the additional value I is 20, the coefficient Z of the character PA is 1, and the coefficient Z of the character PE is 2. When character PA and character PE are selected based on player A's operation input and an instruction to execute a "match" is accepted, IL=I×Z×0.1 (that is, 2=20) is set in collaboration parameter K (PA→PE). ×1×0.1), and IL=I×Z×0.1 (that is, 4=20×2×0.1) is added to the cooperation parameter K (PE→PA).

Further, the server device 10 may control the additional value to be increased as the distance between each character in the game space becomes closer.

[7] Explanation regarding selection of combinations The server device 10 of the present embodiment selects one combination for executing a game event from among all combinations made up of at least two characters.

[7.1] Total number of combinations First, consider all combinations consisting of two characters. If the number of characters owned by the player is N, the number of combinations made up of two characters is N! /2! (N-2)! becomes.

For example, if the characters owned by player A are characters PA, PB, PC, PD, and PE, the number of characters owned by player A is "5", so the total number of combinations for player A is 5! /2! (5-2)! =10. In other words, the total number of combinations is "10".

[7.2] Selection method based on cooperation parameters For example, the server device 10 selects one combination based on each cooperation parameter K of each character owned by the player.

[7.2.1] Example of selection based on total value of collaboration parameters The server device 10 selects a combination of characters with the highest total value (total value) X of collaboration parameters K of each character.

For example, as shown in FIG. 5, for each combination, the summation value X of predetermined parameters for each of the first to second characters, which are elements of the combination, is calculated. In other words, for each combination, the total value X is calculated by adding the cooperation parameter K from the first character to the second character, which is an element of the combination, and the cooperation parameter K from the second character to the first character. do.

For example, the cooperation parameter K (PA → PB) from character PA to character PB = 100, and the cooperation parameter K (PB → PA) from character PB to character PA = 50, so the cooperation parameter K between character PA and character PB The total value X is "150".

Then, the server device 10 selects the combination with the highest total value X from all the combinations. In the example of FIG. 5, since the combination of characters PA and PB has the highest total value X, the combination of characters PA and PB is selected. Note that in this embodiment, the combination with the highest total value X may be selected from all the combinations, or two or more combinations with the highest total value X may be selected.

[7.2.2] Example of selection based on integrated value of cooperation parameters The server device 10 may select a combination of characters with the highest integrated value (multiplying value) Y of the cooperation parameters K of each character. .

For example, as shown in FIG. 5, for each combination, an integrated value Y of predetermined parameters for each of the first to second characters, which are elements of the combination, is calculated. In other words, for each combination, the integrated value Y is calculated by multiplying the cooperation parameter K from the first character to the second character, which is an element of the combination, and the cooperation parameter K from the second character to the first character. do.

For example, the cooperation parameter K (PA → PB) from character PA to character PB = 100, and the cooperation parameter K (PB → PA) from character PB to character PA = 50, so the cooperation parameter K between character PA and character PB The integrated value Y is "5000".

Then, the server device 10 selects the combination with the highest integrated value Y from all the combinations. In the example of FIG. 5, since the combination of characters PA and PB has the highest integrated value Y, the combination of characters PA and PB is selected. In this embodiment, the combination with the highest integrated value Y may be selected from all the combinations, or the combination with the highest integrated value Y may be selected.

[7.2.3] Selection example based on cooperation parameters The server device 10 selects one from among all the combinations based on the cooperation parameters of at least one character among the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination with respect to other characters. You may select a combination of.

For example, the server device 10 may select a combination having a character with the highest cooperation parameter K from all combinations. For example, in the example of FIG. 5, the collaboration parameter K (PA→PD) from character PA to character PD is 110, which is the highest. Therefore, a combination of characters PA and PD may be selected.

Further, the server device 10 selects at least one combination using a value (for example, a deviation value) calculated based on the cooperation parameter K of each character based on a formula other than the total value or the integrated value. It's okay.

[7.2.4] Cutting off based on collaboration parameters For each character of the element of the combination, if the collaboration parameter K from that character to another character exceeds a threshold value (for example, 10), the server device 10 cuts off the character. Alternatively, a combination of candidate characters may be selected. That is, the server device 10 does not select characters whose cooperation parameter K is below a threshold value (for example, 10 or less) as candidates, and cuts off characters whose cooperation parameter K is too low.

For example, the cooperation parameter K (PA → PB) from character PA to character PB is 100, which exceeds the threshold (for example, 10), and the cooperation parameter K (PB → PA) from character PB to character PA, which is 50, exceeds the threshold. ing. Therefore, it is possible to select a combination of characters PA and characters PB. On the other hand, the cooperation parameter K (PB→PD) from character PB to character PD = 0, which is less than the threshold value, and the cooperation parameter K (PD → PB) from character PD to character PB = 10, which is less than the threshold value. Therefore, the combination of character PB and character PD cannot be selected. In this way, the server device 10 allows selection when the collaboration parameter K of each character that is a component of the combination exceeds a threshold value.

[8] Explanation regarding game events The server device 10 prepares in advance a plurality of types of game events (game event programs) for each of all combinations. The server device 10 then executes the game event based on the selected combination.

[8.1] Types of game events [8.1.1] Event that plays back moving images The game event may be an event that plays back moving images. This moving image is an animation in which a character appears.

The server device 10 prepares a plurality of game events in which moving images in which a combination of a first character and a second character appear are played. Note that the server device 10 has previously prepared moving images for each combination (stored in the storage unit 140). For example, as shown in FIG. 10, the server device 10 associates each event ID with each combination. Note that the event ID is information that identifies an event.

Specifically, to explain the combination of characters PA and PB as an example, there is a game event ab1 that plays the video of the first episode where characters PA and character PB meet, and character PA and character PB go to an amusement park or the like. Game event ab2 that plays the video of the second episode where they go out and play; game event ab3 that plays the video of the third episode where the character PA and character PB fight; and the character PA and character PB make up. A plurality of game events are prepared, such as game event ab4, which plays back the video of the fourth episode.

In addition, the server device 10 is configured to play a game event in which a moving image is played in which the first character of one combination is the main character (main character) and the second character is the secondary character (supporting character), and the second character is the main character (main character). A game event may also be prepared in which a moving image is played in which the first character plays a supporting role. Note that the main character has more lines and appears for a longer time. For example, in a combination of characters PA and PB, there is a game event ab1-A that plays a video of an encounter (Episode 1 A) in which character PA is the main character and character PB is a supporting character, and character PB is the main character and character PB is a supporting character. A game event ab1-B in which a moving image of the encounter (first episode B) is played back, in which the PA plays a supporting role, may be prepared.

The game event may be one in which a character performs a special action, a moving image in which a character says a special line, or a moving image in which a character's facial expression changes.

[8.1.2] Event for reproducing special effects during a competitive game The game event may be a special effect during a competitive game. For example, in the case of a soccer game, game events include a video in which at least one of the characters in the selected combination performs an unusual super technique (super shot), and a video in which the characters in the selected combination perform a super combination play. It may also be a device that reproduces moving images, etc.

[8.2] Execution of Game Event When one combination of at least two characters is selected, the server device 10 executes a game event in which the characters of the selected combination appear. An example of executing a game event when, for example, a combination of characters PA and PB is selected will be described below.

[8.2.1] Event for reproducing a moving image of a story As shown in FIG. When the cooperation parameter K becomes equal to or greater than the threshold value M, the game event with the event ID corresponding to the threshold value is executed (or controlled so that it can be executed).

For example, if the value of at least one of the cooperation parameter K (PA → PB) of the character PA with respect to the character PB and the cooperation parameter K (PB → PA) of the character PB with respect to the character PA is 100 or more, the server device 10 A game event ab1 is executed in which a moving image of the first episode of the encounter scene between the character PA and the character PB is played back.

Note that, when the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) of the character PA with respect to the character PB is 100 or more, the server device 10 generates a video of the encounter (first episode A) in which the character PA is the main character and the character PB is the supporting character. If the game event ab1-A that reproduces the statue is executed, and the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) of character PB with respect to character PA is 100 or more, an encounter in which character PB becomes the main character and character PA becomes a supporting character occurs. A game event ab1-B for reproducing the video of (Episode 1 B) may be executed.

For example, the server device 10 may play a game event ab1-A in which the character PA plays back a moving image of the protagonist's encounter (Episode 1 A), and a game event ab1-A in which the character PB plays back the moving image of the protagonist's encounter (Episode 1 B). If there is an event ab1-B, the priority order may be determined in descending order of cooperation parameter K, and the game event to be executed may be determined based on the priority order.

For example, if the cooperation parameter K (PA → PB) of the character PA with respect to the character PB is "130" and the cooperation parameter K (PB → PA) of the character PB with respect to the character PA is "120", the cooperation parameter of the character PA Since K is higher, the character PA executes a game event ab1-A in which the character PA plays back the moving image of the protagonist's encounter (Episode 1 A).

For example, the server device 10 may play a game event ab1-A in which the character PA plays back a moving image of the protagonist's encounter (Episode 1 A), and a game event ab1-A in which the character PB plays back the moving image of the protagonist's encounter (Episode 1 B). If there is an event ab1-B, the priority order may be determined in descending order of cooperation parameter K, and the game event may be executed according to the priority order.For example, if the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) of character PA to character PB is "130" and the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) of the character PB with respect to the character PA is "120", since the cooperation parameter K of the character PA is higher, first, the character PA A game event ab1-A in which the moving image of the first episode A) is played back is executed, and then a game event ab1-B is executed in which the character PB plays back the moving image of the main character's encounter (the first episode B).

Then, when the value of at least one of the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) of the character PA with respect to the character PB and the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) of the character PB with respect to the character PA becomes 200 or more, the server device 10 controls the second Execute game event ab2 that plays back the video of the story (an event that plays the video of the second story A in which the character PA is the main character, an event that plays the video of the second story B in which the character PB is the main character). do it like this.

Note that the server device 10 calculates a value (for example, a total value , integrated value Y, etc.) is greater than or equal to the threshold value M, the game event having the event ID corresponding to the threshold value M may be executed. Furthermore, the priority order and the order of execution of game events may be determined based on the calculated values (eg, total value X, cumulative value Y, etc.).

The server device 10 stores and manages the execution history of game events for each player in the execution history storage unit 149.

For example, the server device 10 controls an execution flag F (execution flag F is an example of an event parameter) that changes with the execution of a game event, and changes the content of the game event (for example, story) according to the execution flag F. change.

For example, as shown in FIG. 10, an execution flag F is set in association with each event ID. Execution flag F=1 indicates that the process has been executed, and execution flag F=0 indicates that it has not been executed. Note that the execution flag F=1 associated with each event ID is an example of the execution history of the game event. Note that the server device 10 may store the time when the execution flag F=1 was updated in the execution history storage unit 149 in association with the execution flag F as an execution history.

Then, the server device 10 controls the game event that has already been performed for player A (the game event where F=1) not to be performed redundantly. In other words, control is performed so as not to execute a game event with the same content as a game event executed in the past. In addition, each game event related to moving images has a small story, and the player can view the next new moving image, and by executing multiple game events, the player can view the character's story as a whole. Become. In this embodiment, by giving the player an interesting storyline, the player is motivated to increase the cooperation parameter K.

Although not shown, an event occurrence flag F2 may be set in association with each event ID. For example, it is assumed that F2=1 can occur, and F2=0 cannot occur. For example, when the cooperation parameter K is equal to or greater than the threshold value M, F2=1 may be set, or a specific event ID is associated with another event ID, and a specific event ID is executed. In this case, the occurrence possibility flag F2 of another event ID may be set to 1.

For example, when the execution flag F of event ID=ab1 is updated to 1, the occurrence possibility flag F2 of event ID=ac1 may be set to 1. In this way, a plot is created in which characters PA and PB meet, and then character PA and PC meet, and the story between characters PA and PB and the story between characters PA and PC influence each other. You can develop a story like this.

[8.2.2] Game event for reproducing special effects during a competitive game The server device 10 selects a combination of characters PA and PB during a competitive soccer game, and sets a cooperation parameter K of the character PA to the character PB. (PA → PB), and when at least one of the cooperation parameter K (PB → PA) of character PB with respect to character PA is a threshold value (for example, 1000 or more), character PA uses a different super technique than normal. (For example, a super pass) may be shown in a moving image, and the character PB may perform an action of passing.

Also, during a competitive soccer game, a combination of characters PA and PB is selected, and a cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) of character PA with respect to character PB and a cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) of character PB with respect to character PA are selected. ), the total value X or the cumulative value Y is a threshold value (for example, 1000 or more), the characters PA and PB present a video of a super combination play and break through the enemy character. You may also perform an action.

Further, the server device 10 may determine the success rate and occurrence probability of the game event to be executed based on each cooperation parameter K of each of the plurality of characters PA and PB, which are elements of the selected combination, with respect to each other character. . For example, if the cooperation parameter K is 100 or more, the success rate or occurrence probability may be set to 100%, and if the cooperation parameter K is 100 or less, the success rate or occurrence probability may be set to the numerical value of the cooperation parameter K. . In other words, the server device 10 performs control such that the higher the collaboration parameter K, the higher the success rate and the probability of occurrence.

For example, during a competitive soccer game, if a combination of characters PA and PB is selected and the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) of character PA with respect to character PB is "100", the server device 10 The probability of occurrence of the event of the path of character PB is assumed to be 100%. Further, when the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) of character PB with respect to character PA is "50", the probability of occurrence of an event of a path from character PB to character PA is set to 50%.

In addition, when the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) of character PA to character PB exceeds a threshold value (for example, 100), the probability of occurrence of an event of a path from character PA to character PB is set to a predetermined probability or higher (for example, 50% or more). When the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) of character PB with respect to character PA exceeds a threshold value, the probability of occurrence of a path event from character PB to character PA is set to be higher than a predetermined probability (for example, 50% or higher). may be controlled.

When a pass event occurs, the success rate is controlled as follows. For example, during a competitive soccer game, if a combination of characters PA and PB is selected and the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) of character PA with respect to character PB is "100", the server device 10 Let the pass success rate of character PB be 100%. Further, when the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) of character PB with respect to character PA is "50", the success rate of the pass from character PB to character PA is set to 50%.

In addition, when the cooperation parameter K (PA→PB) of character PA to character PB exceeds a threshold value (for example, 100), the success rate of the event of a pass from character PA to character PB is set to a predetermined probability or higher (for example, 50% or more). When the cooperation parameter K (PB→PA) of character PB with respect to character PA exceeds a threshold value, the success rate of the event of passing from character PB to character PA is set to be higher than a predetermined probability (for example, 50% or higher). may be controlled.

The server device 10 determines the success or failure of the event based on the success rate, and when it is successful, it makes the pass succeed, and when it fails, it makes the pass fail.

The server device 10 also provides a value (for example, an additional value " 150'' or the multiplication value ``5000''), the success rate and occurrence probability of the event of passing with the characters PA and PB may be determined. For example, the server device 10 performs control such that the higher the calculated value, the higher the success rate and occurrence probability.

The server device 10 also controls the character's experience value and level (the experience value or level is an example of an event parameter), which changes with the execution of the game event, and controls the occurrence of the game event according to the experience value and level. Change the content. Here, the content of the game event occurrence is changed. For example, the character's movements are controlled so that as the character's experience value and level increase, the character's passing and shooting techniques improve.

[8.2.3] Other Game Events The server device 10 may execute a game event that performs special control of a virtual camera during a competitive game. For example, the viewing direction of a virtual camera placed in the game space is controlled so that it continues to follow at least one of the selected characters. Furthermore, a game event is executed to control a virtual camera that zooms in on at least one of the characters of the selected combination.

Further, the server device 10 may be a game event in which a privilege (game media such as an item) is given to at least one of the characters of the selected combination. That is, when a combination of characters PA and PB is selected, the server device 10 may execute a game event to provide the characters PA and PB with items that can be used during the game. Note that the server device 10 stores the assigned items in association with the character IDs of the characters PA and PB.

[9] Display Control [9.1] Cooperation Parameter Confirmation Screen FIG. 11 shows an example of the confirmation screen GW3 of the cooperation parameter K of the character PA for the character PB, which is displayed on the display unit 290 of the terminal device 20 of the player A. show.

For example, on the confirmation screen GW3, a column D1 indicates that the value of the cooperation parameter K of the character PA with respect to the character PB is "100", and the value of the cooperation parameter K of the other party (that is, the cooperation parameter K of the character PB with respect to the character PA). is "50", column D3 indicates that the cooperation parameter K of the character PA with respect to the character PB is 100 or more, and the game event ab1 of the first episode has been executed; Column D4 indicates that game event ab2 of the second episode is scheduled to be executed when the cooperation parameter K becomes 200 or more; A column D5 indicating that game event ab3 of the third episode is scheduled to be executed, etc. are displayed. Note that the display columns D4 and D5 for the unexecuted game events ab2 and ab3 may be distinguished and displayed in different colors from the display column D3 for the executed game event ab1.

Further, on the confirmation screen GW3, the current value of the cooperation parameter K of the character PA with respect to the character PB may be displayed by the gauge GX with respect to the maximum value of the cooperation parameter K of the character PA with respect to the character PB.

[9.2] Event Execution Screen FIG. 12 shows an example of the event execution screen GW4 displayed on the display unit 290 of the terminal device 20 of the player A. On the execution screen GW4, the cooperation parameter K of the character PA with respect to the character PB becomes 100 or more, the game event ab1 of the first episode "Encounter" is released, and a message D8 indicating that it can be executed and an OK button B2 are displayed. . For example, when player A performs an input (touch input, etc.) on OK button B2, and server device 10 receives an instruction to execute game event ab1 from player A, game event ab1 is executed.

[10] Description of Competitive Game In this embodiment, when characters forming a group play a competitive game (e.g., a soccer game), at the timing when the group is formed and an instruction to execute the competitive game is received, the characters that make up the group are already competing against each other. The result (match result) may be determined, or a competitive game may be executed based on the player's operation input, and the competitive result may be determined.

For example, if the battle result has already been determined at the time when an instruction to execute a battle game is received, control is performed as follows. That is, if the player loses, the server device 10 performs an operation at a given timing during the competitive game in which a pass or shot fails for each character belonging to the player's group. Furthermore, if the player wins, the server device 10 executes an action to successfully pass or shoot the character at a given timing during the competitive game. Furthermore, at this given timing, a game event of the selected combination of characters may be executed.

[11] Flowchart The flow of processing for executing a game event in the server device 10 of this embodiment will be described using FIG. 13. First, a group is organized (step S1). For example, a group consisting of a plurality of characters to be used during the game is formed.

Then, as the game progresses, each cooperation parameter K of each character with respect to each other character is varied (step S2). For example, each cooperation parameter K of each character with respect to each other character is changed according to the progress of the group battle game.

Then, one combination is selected from all the combinations based on each cooperation parameter K of each character with respect to each other character (step S3). For example, one combination is selected from all combinations made up of two characters. Further, as shown in FIG. 4, one combination is selected for each of all the characters based on each cooperation parameter K for each other character.

Then, a game event is executed based on the selected combination (step S4). For example, a game event is executed in which a moving image in which the selected combination of characters appears is played. This completes the process.

[12] Application example [12.1] Application example regarding selection of combinations In this embodiment, for each combination, a value (for example, a total value Although an example has been described in which the combination with the highest value (X, integrated value Y) is selected, values calculated based on each predetermined parameter for each of multiple characters that are elements of the combination (for example, total value X, integrated value Y) However, the combination with the lowest value may be selected.

For example, if the combination of characters PA and PB has the lowest value (for example, total value X, total value Y) calculated based on each predetermined parameter for each of multiple characters that are elements of a combination In a competitive game (soccer game), the probability of a pass between the characters PA and PB failing may be increased.

[12.2] Number of elements in combination In this embodiment, an example has been described in which a combination made up of two characters is selected, but the number of elements in a combination is not limited to two and may be three or more.

For example, the server device 10 determines the number of elements of a combination in advance, and controls to select at least one combination from all the configured combinations based on the number of elements.

[12.3] Decrease in cooperation parameter K In this embodiment, an example in which the cooperation parameter K increases, but the cooperation parameter K may decrease.

For example, the server device 10 is configured to subtract a predetermined value from the cooperation parameter K of each character forming the group if the group of players loses the fighting game when the characters forming the group play a fighting game. You can also do this. The server device 10 then responds to the type of game part (for example, competitive game (match), practice, break) that is different from the game part in which a given game event (for example, a game event for reproducing a moving image) occurs. Therefore, the degree of decrease in the cooperation parameter K may be varied.

[12.4] Cooperation parameters between characters In this embodiment, one player selects a combination based on the cooperation parameter K between all the characters, and executes a game event based on the selected combination. As described above, combinations are selected based on the cooperation parameter K between the characters of one player (for example, player A) and the characters of another player (for example, player B), and the selected combinations are Based on this, a game event may be executed.

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

The present invention includes configurations that are substantially the same as those described in the embodiments (for example, configurations that have the same functions, methods, and results, or configurations that have the same objectives and effects). Further, the present invention includes a configuration in which non-essential parts of the configuration described in the embodiments are replaced. Further, the present invention includes a configuration that has the same effects or a configuration that can achieve the same purpose as the configuration described in the embodiment. Further, the present invention includes a configuration in which a known technique is added to the configuration described in the embodiment.

As mentioned above, the embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail, but those skilled in the art will easily understand that many modifications can be made without substantially departing from the novelty and effects of the present invention. . Therefore, all such modifications are included within the scope of the present invention.

10 server device 20, 20A, 20B, 20C terminal device,
100 processing unit,
101 Communication control unit,
102 Web processing unit,
103 Game control unit,
104 Timer management department,
106 Setting section,
107 Parameter management department,
108 Selection Department,
110 event control unit,
112 display control unit,
140 storage section,
142 main memory section,
144 Game data storage unit,
146 player information storage unit,
148 parameter storage unit,
149 execution history storage unit,
180 Information storage medium,
196 Communications Department,
120 input section,
130 display section,
200 processing unit,
210 communication control unit,
211 Web browser,
212 Game processing unit,
213 Display control unit,
220 Drawing Department,
230 sound processing section,
260 input section,
262 detection unit,
270 storage section,
271 Main memory section,
272 drawing buffer,
280 Information storage medium,
290 display section,
292 sound output section,
296 Communication Department

Claims (17)

A program that controls game events that occur due to a combination of multiple characters,
A settings section for setting multiple characters to be used during the game,
a parameter management unit that manages, for each character, a predetermined parameter indicating a degree of interest from the character to the other character in association with each of the plurality of characters used during the game ;
a selection unit that selects at least one combination from all combinations made up of at least two characters;
causing the computer to function as an event control unit that executes a game event based on the combination selected by the selection unit;
The selection department is
At least one combination is selected from all of the combinations based on each of the predetermined parameters for each of the other characters of each of the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination for each of the combinations made up of at least two characters . A program that is characterized by: In claim 1,
The parameter management section includes:
In all of the combinations, managing a predetermined parameter from one character to the other character, and a predetermined parameter from the other character to the one character,
The selection department is
At least one combination is selected from all the combinations based on a predetermined parameter from one character to the other character, and a predetermined parameter from the other character to the one character, for each of the combinations. A program characterized by: In claim 1 or 2 ,
The selection department is
For each of all the combinations, at least one combination is selected from all the combinations based on values calculated based on predetermined parameters for each of the other characters of each of the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination. Featured programs. In claim 3,
The selection department is
A program characterized in that, for each of all of the combinations, at least one of a total value and an integrated value of each predetermined parameter for each of the other characters of each of the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination is set as the calculated value. In any one of claims 1 to 4 ,
The event control unit includes:
A program for controlling a game event based on predetermined parameters for each of a plurality of characters that are elements of a combination selected by the selection section and for each other character . In any one of claims 1 to 5 ,
The event control unit includes:
The success rate of the game event to be executed, the probability of occurrence of the game event, and the plurality of game events to be executed, based on each predetermined parameter of each of the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination selected by the selection unit with respect to each other character. A program characterized in that it controls at least one of the execution order of. In any one of claims 1 to 6 ,
The event control unit includes:
In a case where there are multiple game events associated with the combination selected by the selection unit,
Based on the respective predetermined parameters of each of the plurality of characters, which are the elements of the combination selected by the selection unit, for each other character, the priority order of the plurality of characters, which are the elements of the combination, is determined, and based on the priority order, the A program characterized by determining a game event to be executed from among a plurality of game events . In any one of claims 1 to 7 ,
The parameter management section includes:
A program for changing at least one of predetermined parameters of each of the plurality of characters for each other character according to the progress of the game. In any one of claims 1 to 8 ,
The parameter management section includes:
A program characterized in that each predetermined parameter for a plurality of characters that perform the same action at the same time is changed. In any one of claims 1 to 9 ,
The parameter management section includes:
A program for changing at least one of predetermined parameters of each of the plurality of characters for each other character according to the progress of a game in a game part different from a game part in which the game event occurs. In any one of claims 1 to 10,
The parameter management section includes:
When a predetermined instruction is received for a plurality of characters, a predetermined parameter from one of the plurality of characters to the other character is changed by a first amount of change, and the predetermined parameter is changed from the other character to the one character. A program characterized by changing a predetermined parameter for a given parameter by a second amount of change, and making the first amount of change and the second amount of change different. In any one of claims 1 to 11 ,
The selection department is
For each combination, if a predetermined parameter from one character to another among the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination exceeds a threshold, the character is designated as a candidate character;
A program characterized by selecting combinations made up of candidate characters. In any one of claims 1 to 12 ,
The event control unit includes:
Control event parameters that change as game events are executed,
A program characterized in that the content of occurrence of the game event is changed according to the event parameter. In claim 13 ,
The event control unit includes:
A program that stores an execution history of the game event in a storage unit in correspondence with the event parameter. A server device that controls game events that occur due to a combination of multiple characters,
A settings section for setting multiple characters to be used during the game,
a parameter management unit that manages, for each character, a predetermined parameter indicating a degree of interest from the character to the other character in association with each of the plurality of characters used during the game ;
a selection unit that selects at least one combination from all combinations made up of at least two characters;
an event control unit that executes a game event based on the combination selected by the selection unit,
The selection department is
At least one combination is selected from all the combinations, based on each predetermined parameter for each of the other characters of each of the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination, for each of the combinations consisting of at least two characters . A server device characterized by: A game system that controls game events that occur by a combination of multiple characters,
A settings section for setting multiple characters to be used during the game,
a parameter management unit that manages, for each character, a predetermined parameter indicating a degree of interest from the character to the other character in association with each of the plurality of characters used during the game ;
a selection unit that selects at least one combination from all combinations made up of at least two characters;
an event control unit that executes a game event based on the combination selected by the selection unit,
The selection department is
At least one combination is selected from all the combinations, based on each predetermined parameter for each of the other characters of each of the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination, for each of the combinations consisting of at least two characters . A game system characterized by: A game device that controls game events generated by a combination of multiple characters,
A settings section for setting multiple characters to be used during the game,
a parameter management unit that manages, for each character, a predetermined parameter indicating a degree of interest from the character to the other character in association with each of the plurality of characters used during the game ;
a selection unit that selects at least one combination from all combinations made up of at least two characters;
an event control unit that executes a game event based on the combination selected by the selection unit,
The selection department is
At least one combination is selected from all the combinations, based on each predetermined parameter for each of the other characters of each of the plurality of characters that are elements of the combination, for each of the combinations consisting of at least two characters . A game device characterized by:

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