JP7399623B2 - Game systems, programs and game devices - Google Patents

Description

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

Conventionally, in games in which multiple players participate, the predetermined competition area of the game space (game field) in which each character is placed shrinks until the player's character becomes the last one (or the player's character So-called battle royale games (also referred to as ``battrois games'', ``battle royal games'', and ``survival games''), in which players fight until the team to which a character belongs is the last standing team, are very popular (Non-Patent Document 1) . Furthermore, there has conventionally been a game system that displays the location of sound generation on a simple map (Patent Document 1).

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JP2017-55935

In action games including battle royale games such as those shown in Non-Patent Document 1, players often rely on sound information to attack and defend. For example, gunshots and footsteps sound louder the closer they are, and quieter the farther they are. Therefore, the loudness of the sound is very important when measuring the distance to the enemy. Furthermore, in the conventional technology shown in Patent Document 1 (see paragraph 0040 of Patent Document 1, FIG. 4), it is possible to visually recognize the location and volume of the sound, but the direction of the sound cannot be improved. There is a lot of room for this, and sound technology that will make the game more interesting is expected.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems, and its purpose is to provide a game system, a program, and a game that can make it easier to recognize the direction of sounds generated in a game space and increase the interest of the game. The goal is to provide equipment.

(1) In order to solve the above problems, the present invention:
A plurality of terminal devices and a server device are connected via a network, and a plurality of characters are arranged in a game space to progress the game, and each of the plurality of characters is connected to the operation input of each player corresponding to each terminal device. A game system controlled based on
a display control unit that displays given information on a display unit of the first terminal device;
a storage unit that stores a plurality of audio data;
Based on the generation position of the sound generated in the game space and the listening position in the game space associated with a first character to be operated by a first player corresponding to the first terminal device, a volume control unit that determines the volume when playing the audio data of the audio;
The first terminal device includes an audio playback unit that plays the audio data at the volume determined by the volume control unit,
The display control section
The present invention relates to a game system that displays direction information indicating the direction of the sound generated at the sound generation position when the volume is equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold.

Moreover, the present invention
A plurality of terminal devices and a server device are connected via a network, and a plurality of characters are arranged in a game space to progress the game, and each of the plurality of characters is connected to the operation input of each player corresponding to each terminal device. A program for a terminal device used in a game system controlled based on the
a display control unit that displays given information on a display unit;
a storage unit that stores a plurality of audio data;
Based on the generation position of the sound generated within the game space and the listening position within the game space associated with the first character to be operated by the first player corresponding to the player's own machine, the sound of the sound is generated. a volume control section that determines the volume when playing data;
causing the computer to function as an audio playback unit that plays back the audio data at the volume determined by the volume control unit;
The display control section
The present invention relates to a program that displays direction information indicating the direction of sound generated at the sound generation position when the volume is equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold.

The present invention also relates to a computer-readable information storage medium that stores the above program. The present invention also relates to a server device having the above configuration.

Moreover, the present invention
A plurality of game devices and a server device are connected via a network, and a plurality of characters are arranged in a game space to progress the game, and each of the plurality of characters is connected to the operation input of each player corresponding to each game device. A game device used in a game system controlled based on
a display control unit that displays given information on a display unit;
a storage unit that stores a plurality of audio data;
Based on the generation position of the sound generated within the game space and the listening position within the game space associated with the first character to be operated by the first player corresponding to the player's own machine, the sound of the sound is generated. a volume control section that determines the volume when playing data;
an audio playback unit that plays the audio data at the volume determined by the volume control unit;
The display control section
The present invention relates to a game device that displays direction information indicating the direction of sound generated at the sound generation position when the volume is equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold.

"Audio data" refers to sound data such as sound effects and environmental sounds, and is also referred to as sound effects.

According to the present invention, since direction information suggesting the direction of the sound generated at the sound generation position is displayed when the volume is equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold, the first player can It becomes easier to recognize the direction, and it becomes possible to increase the interest of the game. For example, when a first player hears a loud gunshot sound, the first player can know the direction in which the gunshot sound was generated, and the first player can tell the character controlled by the first player to escape from the source of the gunshot sound. countermeasures can be taken.

(2) Furthermore, the game system according to the present invention includes:
The display control section
Along with the direction information, information regarding the sound generated at the sound generation position may be displayed.

According to the present invention, information regarding the sound generated at the sound generation position can also be recognized, so it is possible to easily recognize in which direction and what kind of sound is generated.

(3) Furthermore, the game system according to the present invention includes:
further including a parameter control unit that sets a threshold value in association with each of the plurality of audio data,
The volume control section
The direction information of the voice generated at the voice generation position may be displayed when the volume of the audio data of the voice generated at the voice generation position is equal to or higher than a threshold value associated with the voice data. .

According to the present invention, a threshold is set in association with each of a plurality of pieces of audio data, and when the volume of the audio data of the audio generated at the audio generation position is equal to or higher than the threshold set for the audio data, the audio is generated. Since the direction information of the sound generated at the position is displayed, the direction information of the sound can be displayed under the appropriate volume condition.

(4) Furthermore, the game system according to the present invention includes:
The storage unit is
When a sound is generated due to a second character operated by a second player corresponding to a second terminal device, storing a relationship between the first character and the second character;
The display control section
When a sound is generated due to the second character, it is determined whether or not to display the direction information based on the relationship between the first character and the second character, and the direction information is displayed. The direction information may be displayed when it is determined that the information should be displayed.

According to the present invention, when a sound is generated due to the second character, for example, when the relationship between the first character and the second character is an ally relationship, direction information is displayed, When the relationship between the first character and the second character is hostile, control can be performed so that the direction information is not displayed. For example, only when the second character is an ally, direction information of a sound (for example, a distress signal) generated by the second character can be displayed.

(5) Furthermore, the game system according to the present invention includes:
The storage unit is
Associate and store attributes with each of multiple audio data,
The display control section
Display regarding the direction information according to at least one of an attribute of the audio data of the audio generated at the audio generating position, a distance between the audio generating position in the game space and the listening position, and a volume of the audio data. The aspect may be changed.

"Attribute" refers to information indicating not only the type of sound (for example, the type of sound effect such as "footsteps", "bombing sound", and "reloading sound"), but also the frequency of the sound and the relationship between multiple characters. including.

According to the present invention, direction information is generated according to at least one of the attributes of the audio data of the audio generated at the audio generating position, the distance between the audio generating position and the listening position in the game space, and the volume of the audio data. Since the display mode of the audio data is changed, it is possible to visually recognize the attributes, sense of distance, and volume of the audio data.

(6) Furthermore, the game system according to the present invention includes:
The display control section
When multiple voices occur within one of multiple ranges, collective direction information that summarizes the direction information of the multiple voices is displayed instead of the direction information for each of the multiple voices. You can.

According to the present invention, when a plurality of voices are generated, collective direction information is displayed instead of direction information for each of the plurality of voices, so that complicated display can be avoided.

(7) Furthermore, the game system according to the present invention includes:
The game device may further include a parameter control unit that changes a threshold value associated with the audio data depending on the game situation.

According to the present invention, since the threshold value is changed according to the game situation, it is possible to display direction information appropriately, and it is possible to prevent a situation where the direction information becomes too advantageous for the player or a situation where the situation becomes too disadvantageous for the player. You can do this to keep the game balanced.

(8) Furthermore, the game system according to the present invention includes:
further comprising: a parameter control unit that makes a threshold value associated with the audio data different between a case where a given character is located within a predetermined area in the game space and a case where the character is located outside the predetermined area; It may be included.

According to the present invention, the threshold value associated with the audio data is made different depending on whether the character is located within a predetermined area (for example, within a penalty area) or when the character is located outside the predetermined area. , when a character is located within a predetermined area, the threshold value can be raised to impose a penalty that makes it difficult to display the direction.

For example, it is possible to create a situation where directional information is not displayed when the character is within a predetermined area, but directional information is displayed when the character is outside the predetermined area, regarding audio data for "footsteps." This allows the player to play the game in such a way that the character to be operated does not belong to the predetermined area, thereby increasing the interest of the game.

(9) Furthermore, the game system according to the present invention includes:
The game further includes a parameter control unit that changes a threshold value associated with the audio data so that the game progress is disadvantageous for the player when the first character is located within a predetermined area in the game space. You may also do so.

According to the present invention, when the first character to be operated by the first player is located within a predetermined area, for example, the threshold value associated with the audio data is increased, and the direction information of the generated audio is can be difficult to recognize.

(10) Furthermore, the game system according to the present invention includes:
The game further includes a parameter control unit that changes a threshold value associated with the audio data so that the game progress is advantageous for the first player when an enemy character is located within a predetermined area in the game space. You may also do so.

According to the present invention, when an enemy character is located within a predetermined area, a threshold associated with audio data (for example, audio data of a sound generated by the enemy character) is lowered, and the first The player can easily recognize the direction information of the generated sound.

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. FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining audio data, attributes, and thresholds according to an embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining information regarding voice generation according to an embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of the distance between a sound generation position and a listening position according to an embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of the relationship between volume and distance according to an embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of attributes associated with volume change conditions according to an embodiment. An example of an attribute selection screen according to an embodiment. 5 is a flowchart showing the flow of volume control processing when sound is generated according to an embodiment. An example of a game screen displayed on the terminal device 20A of one embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining direction information according to an embodiment. An example of a game screen displayed on the terminal device 20A of one embodiment. An example of a game screen displayed on the terminal device 20A of one embodiment. An example of a game screen displayed on the terminal device 20A of one embodiment. An example of a game screen displayed on the terminal device 20A of one embodiment. 5 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the flow of direction display processing of the terminal device 20A according to an embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining direction information 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.

As shown in FIG. 1, in the game system 1 of this embodiment, a server device 10 that provides game services and terminal devices 20 (for example, terminal devices 20A, 20B, 20C) are connected to the Internet (an example of a network). Configured to be connectable.

By accessing the server device 10 from the terminal device 20, the user can play games transmitted from the server device 10 via the Internet. Furthermore, by accessing the server device 10 from the terminal device 20, the user can communicate with other users.

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

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.

In particular, the server device 10 supports games provided on the web browser of the terminal device 20, such as games created in various languages such as HTML, FLASH, CGI, PHP, shockwave, Java (registered trademark) applet, and JavaScript (registered trademark). It is now possible to provide browser games (games that can be started simply by opening the installation site with a Web browser).

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. In addition, the server device 10 can connect to other users' terminals (smartphones, personal computers, game consoles, etc.) via a network and provide online games in which the same game progress can be shared simultaneously online. It has a structure.

On the other hand, the server device 10 may be composed of one (device, processor) or a plurality of (devices, processors).

Information such as billing information and game information stored in the storage area (storage unit 140 described later) of the server device 10 is stored in a database (in a broad sense, a storage device, memory ), or when functioning as an SNS server, the information stored in the player information storage unit 146 and the like stored in the storage area may be stored in a database ( It may be stored in a storage device (memory, in a broad sense).

Specifically, the server device 10 of this embodiment receives input information based on the operation of the user of the terminal device 20 (i.e., the player who executes the game), and performs game processing based on the received input information. It has become. Then, the server device 10 transmits the game processing results to the terminal device 20, and the terminal device 20 performs various processes to provide the game processing results received from the server device 10 to the terminal device 20 so that they can be viewed by the user. It has become.

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

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 user operation data to the server device 10, etc., and executes various processes for providing game screens to the user, thereby allowing the user to execute 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 a predetermined process, or the player information storage unit managed by the server device 10 functioning as an SNS server. 146 and executes the game.

[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 150 used for administrator and other input, a display section 190 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 150 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 150 of this embodiment is configured with a mouse, a keyboard, or the like.

The display unit 190 displays an operation screen for the system administrator. For example, the display unit 190 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. It has a player information storage section 146 and an audio data storage section 147.

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.

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 and the types of items (including item abilities) possessed by the player character (4) Information regarding the characteristics and attributes of the player character (including the ability of items) Information regarding the team's record, such as the number of wins and losses (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.

The audio data storage unit 147 stores a plurality of audio data. Details will be described later.

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 at least a communication control unit 101, a web processing unit 102, a game management unit 103, a timer management unit 107, and an information providing unit 108.

The communication control unit 101 performs a process of transmitting and receiving data to and from the terminal device 20 via the network. That is, the server device 10 performs various processes based on information received from the terminal device 20 or the like by the communication control unit 101. In particular, the communication control unit 101 of this embodiment performs a process of transmitting information regarding the game screen to the terminal device 20 of the player based on a request from the terminal device 20 of the player.

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.

In this embodiment, an example will be explained in which the server device 10 also has a function as an SNS server, but the server device 10 may be formed separately as a game server and an SNS server. Good too. Furthermore, the server device 10 may perform part or all of the game processing of this embodiment, or the terminal device 20 may perform a part of the processing.

The game management unit 103 works in conjunction with the terminal device 20, and executes various game processes related to the battle royale for each player based on the player's operations input via the terminal device 20.

The game management unit 103 manages various information regarding the game and various information regarding the virtual camera (for example, information regarding the virtual camera), and transmits various information regarding the game to each terminal device 20 .

For example, the game management unit 103 executes various processes for imposing given constraints on each player's character, depending on the competition area that exists in the game field (i.e., game space) in which the game is executed. do.

Note that the game management unit 103 executes control on preset characters such as NPCs.

The timer management unit 107 has a timer function and is used to manage the progress of the game. In particular, the timer management section 107 works in conjunction with the game management section 103 and outputs the current time and a preset time to each section. Further, the timer management unit 107 is used to synchronize with each terminal device.

The information providing unit 108 generates various game information and provides it to the corresponding terminal device 20 in order to cause the terminal device 20 to process the game.

[3] Terminal Device Next, the terminal device (game device) 20 of this embodiment will be explained using FIG. 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, an image buffer 272 in which final display images, etc. are stored, and a player information storage unit 273 indicative of information regarding the player. It includes a game data storage section 274 that stores various data necessary for playing the game, such as table data, and an audio data storage section 275. 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 objects and enemy objects, 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.

In particular, the processing unit 200 of this embodiment includes an object space setting unit 210, a display control unit 211, an input reception processing unit 212, a game control unit 213, a game calculation unit 215, a virtual camera control unit 217, a game It includes a management section 218, a sound processing section 220, and an image generation section 230. Further, a configuration may be adopted in which some of these are omitted.

The object space setting unit 210 sets various objects (sprites, billboards, polygons, Performs a process of arranging objects (objects composed of primitive surfaces such as free-form surfaces or subdivision surfaces) in object space.

Specifically, the object space setting unit 210 determines the position and rotation angle (synonymous with orientation and direction) of the object (model object), and sets the rotation angle to the position (X, Y) or (X, Y, Z). Arrange objects at an angle (rotation angle around the X and Y axes) or (rotation angle around the X, Y and Z axes).

Here, the object space includes both a so-called virtual two-dimensional space and a virtual 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.

When the object space is a two-dimensional space, objects are arranged based on priorities set for each of the plurality of objects. For example, it is possible to arrange objects (sprites) in order starting from the object (sprite) that you want to make appear to be on the back side, and then place the objects that you want to make appear to be on the front side one on top of the other.

In addition, by placing objects with large drawing sizes at the bottom of the image and objects with small drawing sizes above the image, it is possible to make it appear as if the object space corresponding to the top of the screen is at the back of the screen. The object space corresponding to the lower part of can be made to appear to be on the front side.

Note that when the object space is a three-dimensional space, the object is placed in the world coordinate system.

The display control unit 211 performs control to display given information on the display unit 290. For example, the display control unit 211 displays direction information suggesting the direction of the sound generated at the sound generation position when the volume of the sound generated at the sound generation position is equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold. Details will be described later. Note that the display control unit 211 may display information necessary during the game on the display unit 290 based on information transmitted from the server device 10.

The input reception processing section 212 receives the player's input instruction input by the input section 260 and outputs the received input instruction to the game control section 213. For example, the input reception processing unit 212 receives movement instructions and movement instructions for a character to be operated by the player.

The game control unit 213 executes game processing based on the commands received by the input reception processing unit 212.

For example, the game control unit 213 determines the operation target based on various information regarding the game (game information) transmitted from the server device 10 and a command (i.e., input instruction) received by the input reception processing unit 212. control over a character (ie, player character), or control over an enemy character or other accompanying characters.

Furthermore, the game control unit 213 of the present embodiment may set an attribute to be changed in volume corresponding to the volume change condition.

Further, the game control section 213 includes a movement control section 214. For example, the movement control unit 214 performs a movement calculation of a moving object (in particular, each character), etc. within the object space. For example, the movement control unit 214 moves the character to be operated by the player based on the player's operation input. Further, the movement control unit 214 receives movement information of a character to be operated by another player from the terminal device 20 of another player via the server device 10, and controls movement of the other character based on the movement information. Furthermore, the movement control unit 214 of this embodiment receives movement information of the non-player character from the server device 10, and controls movement of the non-player character based on the movement information.

In addition, the game control unit 213 controls the mobile object based on the game information transmitted from the server device 10 and input data or programs (movement algorithm) and various data (motion data) input by the player through the input unit 260. Processing is performed to move an object within the object space or to control the movement (motion, animation) of a moving object.

Specifically, the game control unit 213 of this embodiment collects object movement information (movement direction, movement amount, movement speed, position, rotation angle, or acceleration) and motion information (position of each part object or rotation angle). ) is sequentially obtained for each frame. Here, a frame is a unit of time for performing object movement processing, motion processing (simulation processing), and image generation processing. In this embodiment, the frame rate may be fixed or variable depending on the processing load.

Further, the game control unit 213 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.

The game calculation unit 215 performs various game calculation processes. In particular, the game calculation unit 215 is capable of forming a predetermined object space for a shooting game, forming an object space based on a map, progressing the game based on a scenario preset in response to user operations, and controlling player characters and enemy characters. Performs arithmetic processing necessary to execute the game, such as a battle with (another character) and parameter management during the battle.

Note that although the game calculation unit 215 is executed in conjunction with the server device 10, a part or all of it may be formed in the server device 10.

The game calculation section 215 includes a parameter control section 216. The parameter control unit 216 performs control to vary parameters related to the game (parameters such as physical strength, recovery value, attack value, etc.). In particular, the parameter control unit 216 of this embodiment performs a process of setting a threshold value in association with each of a plurality of audio data, and a process of changing the threshold value.

Further, the parameter control unit 216 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.

The virtual camera control unit 217 controls a virtual camera for generating an image of the game space that can be seen from a given viewpoint. In this case, the virtual camera control unit 217 performs control processing of the virtual camera (viewpoint) to generate an image that can be seen from a given (arbitrary) viewpoint in the object space. Specifically, processing for controlling the position (X, Y, Z) or rotation angle (rotation angle around the X, Y, and Z axes) of the virtual camera (processing for controlling the viewpoint position and line-of-sight direction) is performed.

For example, when photographing an object (e.g., a character, a ball, a car) from behind using a virtual camera, the virtual camera's position or rotation angle (virtual camera direction).

In this case, the virtual camera can be controlled based on information such as the position, rotation angle, or speed of the object obtained by the game control unit 213. Alternatively, the virtual camera may be controlled to rotate at a predetermined rotation angle or move along a predetermined movement route. Further, in this case, the virtual camera is controlled based on virtual camera data for specifying the position (movement route) or rotation angle of the virtual camera.

Note that the virtual camera may be set as the player character's viewpoint. Furthermore, if there are multiple virtual cameras (viewpoints), the above control process is performed for each virtual camera.

In particular, the virtual camera control unit 217 of this embodiment arranges a virtual camera within the game space.

Further, the virtual camera control unit 217 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.

The game management unit 218 works in conjunction with the server device 10 and sets player characters and various items to be used in games such as competitive games for each player based on player operations input through the input unit 260. It is registered in the player information storage section 273.

The sound processing unit 220 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.

The sound processing section 220 includes a volume control section 221 , a sound reproduction section 222 , and a sound generation detection section 223 .

The volume control unit 221 determines the volume at which the audio data of the audio is played back, based on the generation position of the audio generated within the game space and the listening position within the game space associated with the character. Further, the volume control unit 221 changes the volume of audio data for each attribute. Details will be described later.

The audio playback unit 222 plays back the audio data stored in the audio data storage unit 275. In particular, the audio reproduction unit 222 of this embodiment reproduces audio data at the volume determined by the volume control unit 221 in the terminal device 20. Details will be described later.

The sound generation detection unit 223 detects sounds generated within the game space. Details will be described later.

The image generation unit 230 performs drawing processing based on various information related to image generation transmitted from the server device 10 and the results of various processes (game processing) performed in the processing unit 200, thereby generating an image. and outputs it to the display section (display) 290.

In particular, the image generated by the image generation unit 230 may be a so-called two-dimensional image or a so-called three-dimensional image. In particular, the image generation unit 230 generates an image that is visible from the virtual camera in the object space and is displayed on the screen.

Here, when generating a two-dimensional image, the image generation unit 230 draws objects in order from the lowest set priority, and when objects overlap, overwrites the object with a higher priority. draw.

In addition, when generating a three-dimensional image, the image generation unit 230 of this embodiment first generates vertex data (vertex position coordinates, texture coordinates, color data, normal vector, or α Object data (model data) including values, etc.) is input, and vertex processing is performed based on the vertex data included in the input object data. Note that when performing vertex processing, vertex generation processing (tessellation, curved surface division, polygon division) for redividing polygons may be performed as necessary.

In addition, in vertex processing, geometry processing such as vertex movement processing, coordinate transformation (world coordinate transformation, camera coordinate transformation), clipping processing, perspective transformation, or light source processing is performed, and based on the processing results, objects are Change (update, adjust) the vertex data given for the constituent vertices. Then, rasterization (scan conversion) is performed based on the vertex data after vertex processing, and the faces of polygons (primitives) and pixels are associated. Following rasterization, pixel processing (fragment processing) is performed to draw pixels that make up the image (fragments that make up the display screen).

Pixel processing involves reading out textures (texture mapping), setting/changing color data, translucent compositing, anti-aliasing, and other various processes to determine the final drawing color of the pixels that make up the image. The drawing color of the object is output (drawn) to the image buffer 272 (frame buffer, buffer that can store image information in units of pixels, VRAM, rendering target). That is, in pixel processing, per-pixel processing is performed in which image information (color, normal, brightness, α value, etc.) is set or changed on a pixel-by-pixel basis.

This generates an image visible from a virtual camera (given viewpoint) set within the object space. Note that when there are multiple virtual cameras (viewpoints), images can be generated so that the images seen from each virtual camera can be displayed on one screen as divided images.

Note that the vertex processing and pixel processing performed by the image generation unit 230 is performed by hardware that allows drawing processing of polygons (primitives) to be programmed using a shader program written in a shading language, a so-called programmable shader (vertex shader or pixel shader). It may be realized by Programmable shaders have a high degree of freedom in the content of drawing processing because they allow processing on a vertex-by-vertex and pixel-by-pixel basis, and can greatly improve expressiveness compared to fixed drawing processing using hardware. .

The image generation unit 230 performs geometry processing, texture mapping, hidden surface removal processing, α-blending, etc. when drawing the object.

α blending (α synthesis) is a translucent synthesis process (normal α blending, additive α blending, subtractive α blending, etc.) based on the α value (A value).

Note that the α value is information that can be stored in association with each pixel (texel, dot), and is, for example, plus alpha information other than color information. The α value can be used as mask information, translucency (equivalent to transparency or opacity), bump information, etc.

In the geometry processing, processing such as coordinate transformation, clipping processing, perspective projection transformation, or light source calculation is performed on the object. Then, the object data (position coordinates of the vertices of the object, texture coordinates, color data (luminance data), normal vector, or α value, etc.) after the geometry processing (after perspective projection transformation) is stored in the storage unit 270.

In texture mapping, a process is performed in which a texture (texel value) stored in the texture storage section of the storage section 270 is mapped onto an object. Specifically, the texture (surface properties such as color (RGB), α value, etc.) is read from the texture storage section of the storage section 270 using texture coordinates set (given) to the vertices of the object, and a two-dimensional image is created. Map a texture to an object. In this case, processing for associating pixels with texels and bilinear interpolation as texel interpolation are performed.

Note that in this embodiment, when drawing an object, a process of mapping a given texture may be performed. In this case, the color distribution (texel pattern) of the mapped texture can be dynamically changed.

In this case, textures with different color distributions (pixel patterns) may be dynamically generated, or textures with different color distributions may be prepared in advance and the textures to be used may be dynamically switched. You can. Furthermore, the color distribution of the texture may be changed for each object.

In the hidden surface removal process, hidden surface removal processing is performed using a Z buffer method (depth comparison method, Z test) using a Z buffer (depth buffer) in which the Z value (depth information) of a drawn pixel is stored. That is, when drawing a drawing pixel corresponding to a primitive of an object, the Z value stored in the Z buffer is referenced, and the Z value of the referenced Z buffer and the Z value of the drawing pixel of the primitive are If the Z value of the drawing pixel is the one that is on the near side as seen from the virtual camera (for example, a small Z value), the drawing process for that drawing pixel is performed and the Z value of the Z buffer is updated. Update to the correct Z value.

In α blending (α synthesis), the image generation unit 230 performs translucent synthesis processing (normal α blending, additive α blending, subtractive α blending, etc.) based on the α value (A value). Note that the α value is information that can be stored in association with each pixel (texel, dot), and is, for example, plus alpha information other than color information. The α value can be used as mask information, translucency (equivalent to transparency or opacity), bump information, etc.

[4] Overview The game system of this embodiment is a game in which multiple people participate, and in a game space where each character (for example, 100 characters) is arranged, the player's character is the last one (or the last one). This is the system of a so-called battle royale game (also referred to as a ``battrois game'', ``battle royale game'', or ``survival game''), in which players fight until they become one team. The player wins if he or she is the last person (or the last team) to survive.

The server device 10 constituting the game system 1 of this embodiment works in conjunction with the terminal device 20 operated by each player, and forms, for example, one game space (that is, a game field in a virtual three-dimensional space), and It has a configuration in which a competitive game such as a shooting game or an action game is executed by characters operated by each player in the game field.

Further, the server device 10 has a configuration in which a plurality of characters move and play a game within the game space, and provides information regarding the game to the terminal device 20.

The terminal device (game device) 20 of the present embodiment determines the position of the sound generated within the game space and the listening position within the game space associated with the character to be operated by the player corresponding to the terminal device (game device) 20 of the present embodiment. Based on this, the volume at which the audio data of the audio is played is determined. Then, the terminal device 20 reproduces the audio data at the determined volume. For example, in the terminal device 20A of the player P1 who operates the character C1, when footsteps of an enemy character C2 (character C2 to be operated by the player P2) occur, the volume of the footsteps is determined, and the character The audio data of the footsteps of C2 is reproduced and output from the sound output unit 292 of the terminal device 20.

In particular, the audio data storage section 275 of the storage section 270 of the terminal device 20 of this embodiment has attributes (for example, sound effects such as "footsteps", "bombing sounds", "reloading sounds", etc.) for each of a plurality of audio data. (types of attributes) are stored in association with each other, and the volume of audio data for some attributes is controlled to be changed. Therefore, according to this embodiment, for example, it is possible to make only the footsteps of the character C2 who is far away louder, and the player P1 can play the game relying on the enemy's footsteps, which are useful for the game strategy. In this way, according to the present embodiment, a highly interesting game can be realized by controlling the volume change of audio data of some attributes. Note that in this embodiment, the attributes may change during the game.

Furthermore, the game of this embodiment may have a time limit (for example, 30 minutes) per game.

Further, the terminal device 20 of the present embodiment leaves the competitive game when the physical strength value (also referred to as HP value or life value) of the player character (character to be operated by the player) becomes 0.

In the following description, for convenience of explanation, a processing example will be described in which the character C1 to be operated by the player P1 participates in a battle game in the terminal device 20A of the player P1. That is, an example of processing the sound output by the sound output unit 292 of the terminal device 20A will be described. Moreover, the competitive game of this embodiment is composed of a plurality of groups. For example, there is at least a group G1 made up of characters C1, C3, C5, and C7, and a group G2 made up of characters C2, C4, C6, and C8, and wins and losses are determined by the groups. Character C1 and character C2 are in a hostile relationship, and character C1 and character C3 are in an ally relationship (friend relationship).

The game system 1 of this embodiment controls each of a plurality of characters based on the operation input of each player corresponding to each terminal device. That is, a plurality of characters are operated using a plurality of different terminal devices 20. For example, the character C1 is controlled based on the operation input of the player P1 corresponding to the terminal device 20A, the character C2 is controlled based on the operation input of the player P2 corresponding to the terminal device 20B, and the character C2 is controlled based on the operation input of the player P3 corresponding to the terminal device 20C. The character C3 is controlled based on the input. Note that in this embodiment, some of the characters appearing in the game may be controlled by a computer according to game processing such as a program. In other words, some of the characters may be NPCs (non-player characters) that are not operated by the player.

[5] Description of audio data and attributes;
The audio data storage unit 275 of the terminal device 20A of this embodiment stores a plurality of audio data and attributes associated with each of the plurality of audio data.

The information (a plurality of audio data, attributes, etc.) stored in the audio data storage unit 275 of the terminal device 20A is stored (shared) in synchronization with the information stored in the audio data storage unit 147 of the server device 10. You can.

FIG. 4 shows an example of a plurality of audio data stored in the audio data storage unit 275, attributes (main attribute, sub attribute, frequency range), and threshold values. For example, the terminal device 20 stores audio data (for example, file name of MP3 data), attributes (main attribute, sub attribute, frequency range), and threshold values in association with an audio ID (audio identification information). do.

The main attribute indicates the type of sound, and the sub-attribute is an attribute that is a subordinate concept of the main attribute. The frequency range is the range of sound frequencies. The threshold value is used as a value for determining whether or not to display the direction of the sound generation position.

[6] Detection of Sound Generation The sound generation detection unit 223 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 of this embodiment detects the generation of sound in the game space. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 5, the sound generation detection unit 223 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 detects the game space in association with the sound generation timing (elapsed time from the start of the game) and the generated sound ID. The position where the sound is generated and the character that causes the sound to be generated are detected.

Note that when a voice is generated due to another character, the voice generation detection unit 223 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 determines the relationship between the character and the other character, and stores the memory unit ( may be stored in a voice data storage section).

As shown in FIG. 5, the sound generation detection unit 223 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 detects the sound of footsteps with sound ID=1 (the main attribute is "footsteps") by controlling the motion of the character C2 to be operated by the player P2. When it is detected that a sound (sound) has occurred, the coordinates (X1, Y1, X1) in the game space of the sound generation position PS2 of the footsteps and the character C2 that caused the sound generation are detected and stored in the sound data storage section 275. Furthermore, since the relationship between the originating character C2 and the character C1 is an antagonistic relationship, information on the "hostile relationship" is stored in the audio data storage unit 275 as relationship information.

For example, when the terminal device 20A of the player P1 receives the operation information of the player P2 from the terminal device 20B of the player P2, based on the operation information of the player P2, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 determines the rifle A equipped by the character C2 to be operated by the player P2. Attack motion control is performed to fire. In such a case, when the sound generation detection unit 223 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 detects that the "gunshot sound" with sound ID=4 has occurred, it determines the coordinates (X2, Y2, X2) of the gunshot sound generation position A2. , and the character C2 that caused the sound generation are detected and stored in the sound data storage section 275. Furthermore, since the relationship between the originating character C2 and the character C1 is an antagonistic relationship, information on the "hostile relationship" is stored in the audio data storage unit 275 as relationship information.

Further, for example, when the terminal device 20A of the player P1 receives operation information of the player P3 from the terminal device 20C of the player P3, the character C3 to be operated by the player P3 generates a distress signal based on the operation control of the player P3. let Then, when the voice generation detection unit 223 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 detects that the “distress signal” with voice ID=12 has been generated, the voice generation detection unit 223 detects the generation position (X3, Y3, X3) of the distress signal and the location of the voice generation. The character C3 that caused this is detected and stored in the audio data storage section 275. Furthermore, since the relationship between the originating character C3 and the character C1 is that of an ally, information on the "ally relationship" is stored in the audio data storage unit 275 as relationship information.

[7] Default Volume Determination Method The volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 determines the default volume as follows. Based on the generation position of the sound generated within the game space and the listening position within the game space associated with the character C1 to be operated by the player P1, the volume at which the audio data of the sound is reproduced is determined. Note that the default volume means a standard volume or an initial value volume.

Here, when generating an image in which the character C1 is seen from a virtual camera from a first-person viewpoint, the position of the character C1 is set as a "listening position." Furthermore, when generating an image in which the character C1 is viewed from a virtual camera from a third-person viewpoint, the position (viewpoint) of the virtual camera that photographs the character C1 is set as a "listening position."

For example, as shown in FIG. 6, the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A sets the position of the virtual camera CA that takes the character C1 as a third-person viewpoint in the game space as the listening position L1, and sets the sound generation position PS2 of the footsteps of the character C2 as the listening position L1. and the distance D1 from the listening position L1, the volume at which the audio data of the footsteps with audio ID=1 is reproduced is determined. Further, the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A outputs the audio data of the gunshot sound with audio ID=4 based on the distance F1 between the generation position A2 of the gunshot sound of the rifle A fired by the character C2 and the listening position L1. Determines the volume for playback.

In this embodiment, the volume is calculated from the distance between the sound generation position and the listening position using a given arithmetic expression (given function). An arithmetic expression may be prepared for each attribute. The volume control unit 221 reproduces the sound at the same volume as the sound generation position as the distance between the sound generation position and the listening position is closer, and attenuates the volume so that the sound volume is lower than the sound volume as the distance is farther. . For example, the volume may be attenuated in inverse proportion to the square of the distance.

Furthermore, if there is an obstacle (shielding object) between the sound generation position (sound generation source) and the listening position, the volume may be corrected by calculating the size of the obstacle and a detour. Furthermore, if there is a height difference between the sound generation position and the listening position, the volume may be corrected based on the height difference.

For example, FIG. 7 shows an example of the relationship between volume and distance (distance between the sound generation position and the listening position) regarding attributes of footsteps. For example, as shown in FIG. 7, when the distance between the sound generation position PS2 and the listening position L1 is D1, the volume is determined to be E1.

[8] Method for changing the volume of audio data of some attributes The volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 changes the volume of audio data associated with some of the multiple attributes. You can do it like this. That is, the volume control unit 221 controls the audio data volume associated with some attributes to be larger than the default value or smaller than the default value.

For example, the volume control unit 221 may change the volume of audio data associated with the attribute of "footsteps" among a plurality of attributes (main attributes). In this way, the player can hear at least the sound of footsteps, regardless of whether they are far or near, and can advantageously progress the game.

[8.1] Volume change condition The volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 changes the volume of audio data associated with some of the plurality of attributes when the volume change condition is satisfied. You may also do so.

The "volume change condition" is a given condition for changing the volume, and is a condition regarding the state of the player character. For example, the volume change condition is that the character to be operated by the player corresponding to the own machine (for example, in the case of the terminal device 20A, the character C1 to be operated by the player P1) has used (equipped) a predetermined item, and the parameter (physical strength value) is below a predetermined value, the number of defeated characters (also referred to as the number of kills) is greater than or equal to a predetermined number, the number of surviving characters is a predetermined number (e.g. 10), or less than a predetermined number (e.g. Conditions include that the number of participants must be 10 or less.

As shown in FIG. 8, the game control unit 213 sets the attribute of the volume change target corresponding to the volume change condition. For example, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 sets the volume change condition to "equipment of headphones A" with the condition ID=1, and associates the volume change condition with the condition ID=1 to the attribute of "footsteps." That is, when the character C1 to be operated by the player P1 is equipped with headphones A, it is determined that the volume change condition is satisfied. Then, when the volume change condition of condition ID=1 is satisfied, the volume when playing the audio data associated with the attribute "footsteps" corresponding to the volume change condition (condition ID=1) is increased. Control. Note that a relative volume change may be performed, such as leaving the volume of the audio data associated with "footsteps" as is and reducing the volume of other sounds.

In this way, the player P1 plays the game with the aim of obtaining headphones so that the character C1 to be operated can be equipped with the headphones A, thereby increasing the interest of the game.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8, the game control unit 213 may set a plurality of attributes to be changed in volume corresponding to the volume change condition. For example, when the volume change condition (condition ID=2) of "equipment of headphone B" is satisfied, the volume control unit 221 controls whether the volume change condition is associated with "gunshot sound" and "reload sound" corresponding to the volume change condition. Controls to increase the volume when playing audio data.

The volume change also includes control to decrease the volume. For example, when the volume change condition of "equipment of headphones C" with condition ID=3 is satisfied, the volume of the audio data associated with "bombing sound" corresponding to the volume change condition is controlled to be reduced. This is because the lower the bombing sound, the more other sounds can be heard, which is advantageous for the player. Note that a relative change may be made, such as leaving the volume of the audio data associated with "bombing sound" as is and increasing the volume of other audio data.

For example, the game control unit 213 may set "bombing sound" and "footstep sound" as the attributes of the volume change target corresponding to a given volume change condition. Then, when the volume change condition is satisfied, the volume control unit 221 lowers the volume when playing the audio data associated with the "bombing sound" corresponding to the volume change condition, and satisfies the volume change condition. Control is performed to increase the volume when playing the audio data associated with the corresponding "footsteps". In this manner, in this embodiment, the volume of audio data associated with an attribute is adjusted to be advantageous for the player.

Note that in this embodiment, the amplification range and amplification factor of the volume to be changed may be set. Here, the "amplification range" is a range (three-dimensional range) set around the position of the character to be operated. For example, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 basically has a 360-degree range centered on the position of the character C1 to be operated by the player P1 (for example, a 360-degree circle centered on the position of the character C1 on the XZ plane). range) is the amplification range of the character C1.

Note that the terminal device 20A of the player P1 can change the amplification range based on at least one of the operational input of the player P1 and a given game condition. For example, based on the operation input from the player P1, the range in the front direction of the character C1 to be operated by the player P1 (for example, the range of a 180 degree semicircle centered on the position of the character C1 on the XZ plane) is the amplified range. shall be.

For example, when the footsteps of the character C2 occur within the amplification range (for example, within the range in the front direction of the character C1), the terminal device 20A of the player P1 amplifies the footsteps with respect to the volume of the "footstep" attribute ( control to increase the volume). On the other hand, when the footsteps of the character C2 occur outside the amplification range (for example, in the range behind the character C1), the terminal device 20A of the player P1 does not amplify the footsteps (volume control so that it does not become large).

Further, the "amplification factor" is, for example, a value expressed in decibels (dB), and 0 dB means that the amplification factor is 1 times. Note that the terminal device 20A of the player P1 defines an amplification factor for each attribute. Note that the amplification factor of each attribute may be changeable based on the operational input of the player P1.

[8.2] Selection of Attribute The game control unit 213 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 receives the selection of an attribute from the player P1, and converts the selected attribute into an attribute to be changed in volume corresponding to the volume change condition. You may also set it as . The game control unit 213 sets an attribute to be changed in volume corresponding to the volume change condition before starting the game or during the game. Note that the attribute to be selected may be a main attribute, a sub attribute, a frequency range, or a relationship with other characters.

For example, for each volume change condition (for each condition ID), the game control unit 213 sets a flag F (flag F = 1 is an attribute of the volume change target, flag F = 0) indicating whether or not the volume is subject to change for each of a plurality of attributes. (attributes that are not subject to volume change).

Then, the terminal device 20A displays an attribute selection screen for each volume change condition (for each condition ID), receives the selection of the attribute to be changed in volume based on the operation input from the player P1, and selects the selected attribute. , is set as an attribute to be changed in volume corresponding to the volume change condition.

For example, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 will be able to control the condition ID=1 when the volume change condition is to be equipped with headphones A. When equipped, an attribute selection screen GA1 is displayed as shown in FIG. Then, based on the operation input from the player P1, selection of an attribute to be changed in volume is accepted. Note that in the example of FIG. 9, the attribute is the main attribute, but it may be a sub attribute or a frequency range. Then, when the selection is made by pressing the "Decide" button, the flag F of the attribute selected by the player P1 (for example, the "footstep" attribute) is set to 1, and the flags F of other unselected attributes are set to 0. do. Then, the game control unit 213 sets the attribute "footsteps" of fluff F=1 as the attribute to be changed in volume corresponding to the volume change condition.

In this way, if the player P1 desires to change the volume of the "footsteps", he can change the volume of the "footsteps" by selecting the attribute of the "footsteps".

Furthermore, in this embodiment, the number of attributes subject to volume change (the number of attributes for which flag F can be set to 1 (valid)) may be limited to a predetermined number or less for each volume change condition (for each condition ID). . For example, the number of attributes that can be enabled may be limited to three or less.

Although not shown, the volume control unit 221 may control the volume to be adjusted (volume change) for each attribute of flag F=1 based on the player's operation input. In this way, the player can control the enemy character C2 who is very far away by increasing the volume of the footsteps to accurately hear the footsteps, and then returning the volume to the original volume (default volume). This can be done at will, allowing you to play the game strategically.

[8.3] Volume change of audio data within frequency range When the volume change condition is satisfied, the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 changes the volume of the audio data associated with the frequency range corresponding to the volume change condition. The volume when playing data may be changed.

For example, as shown in FIG. 8, when the terminal device 20A satisfies the volume change condition of "equipment of headphones D" with condition ID=4, the terminal device 20A selects the frequency range 200 corresponding to the volume change condition (condition ID=4). Control is performed to increase the volume when playing audio data associated with ~300 (Hz). For example, if the frequency range of 200 to 300 (Hz) is a frequency range related to "female voices", it is possible to make it easier to hear female voices. For example, if the female character "Jane" is emitting information useful for progressing in the game, increasing the volume of the female character's audio data in the frequency range (200-300Hz) will progress the game advantageously. . Note that a relative change in volume may be used, such as leaving the volume of audio data in the frequency range of 200 to 300 (Hz) unchanged and reducing the volume of other frequency ranges.

[8.4] Volume change based on relationship with other characters When the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of player P1 satisfies the volume change condition, the volume control unit 221 changes the volume based on the relationship between the character and the other character. The volume when audio data is played back may be changed.

For example, when the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 satisfies the volume change condition of "the physical strength value of the ally character is below a predetermined value (for example, 10 or below)" with ID=5, the volume control unit 221 controls the operation of the player P1 to If the sound of a distress signal (voice ID = 12) is caused by an ally character C3 of the target character C1, and if the relationship between the character C1 and character C3 is an ally relationship, the sound is caused by the character C3. control to increase the volume of the audio data of the distress signal. In this way, the game can be played strategically in team battles, and the game can be made more interesting.

Further, the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 satisfies the volume change condition of "the physical strength value of the character to be operated (for example, the character C1) is below a predetermined value (for example, 10 or below)" with ID=6. In this case, control is performed to increase the volume of sound data of sounds caused by hostile characters (for example, footsteps of enemy characters, gunshot sounds, reload sounds, etc.). In this way, even in a critical situation, there is room for the player to recover by relying on the enemy's sounds, making the game more interesting.

Although not shown, the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 also controls the volume when the character C1 to be operated locks on to the hostile character C2 (for example, locks on with a weapon such as a rifle). It may be a change condition (for example, condition ID=7). Then, when the volume change condition (condition ID = 7) is satisfied, the volume of the audio data of the sound generated by the character C2 (for example, character C2's footsteps, gunshot sound, reload sound, etc.) is increased. control to do so. In this way, the sound emitted by the character C2 can be clearly heard, and the game can be played in an advantageous situation for the player P1.

In addition, when the volume change condition (condition ID=7) is satisfied, the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 controls the sound generated by the character C1 or an ally character (for example, footsteps). , gunshot sound, reloading sound, etc.) may be controlled to reduce the volume or eliminate the volume (set the volume to 0). In this way, the sound of the friendly source that sounds like noise can be reduced or eliminated, making it easier to target the enemy. For example, if the volume of the footsteps of the friendly character is reduced, the player P1 can easily conclude that the "footsteps" are the sounds of the enemy character. For example, when an ally group and an enemy group engage in a close-range group battle inside a building with many obstacles, the situation will be such that they are aware of each other's presence but cannot see each other. In such a case, player P1's ally group can play the game in a considerably advantageous situation.

[8.5] Description regarding the predetermined area The game control unit 213 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 controls the progress of the game for the player P1 when the character C1 is located within a predetermined area (for example, within the penalty area) in the game space. The attribute to which the volume is changed corresponding to the volume change condition may be set so that the volume is disadvantageous.

Further, the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 controls the volume of the volume corresponding to the volume change condition so that when the character C1 is located within a predetermined area in the game space, the game progress is disadvantageous for the player P1. The volume at which the audio data associated with the attribute to be changed may be played back may be changed.

For example, the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 changes the volume corresponding to a given volume change condition (for example, condition ID=1) when the character C1 is located within a predetermined area in the game space. Control is performed to reduce the volume of audio data associated with a target attribute (for example, "footsteps"). In this way, it becomes difficult to determine the location of another character based on the sound, which is disadvantageous for the player P1, and it is possible to increase the interest of the game.

In addition, the game control unit 213 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 is configured to detect an enemy character C2 (a character C2 having a hostile relationship with the character C1) within a predetermined area in the game space (for example, within a penalty area). In this case, an attribute to be changed in the volume corresponding to the volume change condition may be set so that the game progress is advantageous for the player P1. Note that the game control unit 213 controls the volume control unit 221 to control the game progress for the player P1 when the enemy character C2 is located within the predetermined area, on the condition that "the character C1 is located outside the predetermined area." The attribute to which the volume is changed corresponding to the volume change condition may be set so that the volume is advantageous.

Further, the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 sets volume change conditions (for example, The volume when reproducing audio data associated with the attribute to be changed in volume (for example, "footsteps") corresponding to condition ID=1) may be controlled to be increased. In this way, the location of the enemy character C2 can be easily determined based on the sound, which is advantageous for the player P1, and can increase the interest of the game. Note that the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 controls the volume control unit 221 of the player P1 when the enemy character C2 is located within a predetermined area in the game space, on the condition that "the character C1 is located outside the predetermined area." Attributes to which the volume is changed (for example, "footsteps") corresponding to the volume change condition (for example, condition ID = 1) so that the game progress is advantageous for
) may be controlled to increase the volume when reproducing the audio data associated with the audio data. Note that the volume control unit 221 adjusts the volume so that the game progress is advantageous for the player P1, so when the sound to be changed is "bombing sound", the volume of the bombing sound is controlled to be reduced.

Note that when the predetermined area is a penalty area, the predetermined area is an area that imposes a penalty on characters within the predetermined area. For example, the parameter control unit 216 may perform control to decrease the physical strength value of a character located in a predetermined area over time.

Furthermore, the predetermined area may be an area that is controlled to be advantageous for the characters within the predetermined area. In such a case, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 sets attributes (for example, the volume corresponding to the volume change condition) so that the game progress is advantageous for the player P1 when the character C1 is located within a predetermined area in the game space. (attributes to be changed) may also be set. Furthermore, the terminal device 20A may change the volume when reproducing the audio data associated with the attribute so as to be advantageous for the player P1.

For example, when the predetermined area is a fortress, the terminal device 20A controls the volume level when the character C1 is located inside the fortress (within the predetermined area) and when the character C2 is located outside the fortress (outside the predetermined area). Control is performed to increase the volume when reproducing audio data associated with an attribute (for example, "footsteps") that is subject to volume change corresponding to a change condition (for example, condition ID=1). That is, the volume is controlled to be increased so that the footsteps of the enemy character (for example, character C2) outside the fortress can be clearly heard.

Further, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 is configured to control the game progress for the player P1 when the character C2 is located inside the fortress (within a predetermined area) and when the character C1 is located outside the fortress (outside the predetermined area). In order to be disadvantageous, the volume when playing the audio data associated with the attribute (for example, "footsteps") that is subject to volume change corresponding to the volume change condition (for example, condition ID = 1) is lowered. control. In other words, the terminal device 20B of the player P2 who operates the character C2 controls the volume to be large so that the footsteps of the character C1 outside the fortress can be easily heard by the player P2, and the situation is disadvantageous for the player P1. You may do so.

[8.6] Amount of Change in Volume The volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may change the amount of change in the volume depending on the game situation. The "amount of change in volume" is the difference from the default volume. For example, the volume control unit 221 may reduce the amount of change in volume depending on the number of surviving characters. In other words, the fewer characters survive, the more the game will be played at the default volume.

The game situation is not limited to the number of surviving characters, but includes, for example, the size (width) of the competition area, the number of survivors per unit area (population density), the elapsed time from the start of the game, and the like.

For example, if the game situation is the size of the competition area, the amount of change in volume is reduced as the size of the competition area becomes smaller. In this way, even if the competition area becomes narrow, it is possible to prevent a situation from becoming too advantageous to the player or a situation from becoming too disadvantageous to the player, and it is possible to maintain the game balance.

Furthermore, when the game situation is the number of survivors per unit area, the amount of change in volume is reduced as the number of survivors per unit area increases.

Further, when the game situation is the elapsed time from the start of the game, the amount of change in the volume is reduced as the game progresses (according to the progress of the game).

[8.7] Change of Attribute In this embodiment, the attribute may be changed during the game. For example, if the character C1 to be operated by the player P1 is equipped with headphones A and satisfies the volume change condition (condition ID=1), the terminal device 20A of the player P1 corresponds to the volume change condition (condition ID=1). Change the volume of the volume data associated with the "footsteps" attribute. In such a case, for example, when the terminal device 20A detects that the sound of footsteps with sound ID=1 is generated by the motion control of the character C2 to be operated by the player P2, the terminal device 20A plays back the sound data associated with "footsteps". The control state is changed from a control state in which the volume at the time of reproducing the sound data associated with "footsteps" is increased (making it difficult for the player P1 to hear) to a control state in which the volume at the time of reproducing audio data associated with "footsteps" is decreased (making it difficult for the player P1 to hear). That is, in this embodiment, information on the ease of hearing and the difficulty of hearing the sound is also controlled as an attribute (sub-attribute), and the attribute is controlled to change. Note that from a control state in which the volume when playing the audio data associated with "footsteps" is increased (to make it easier for player P1 to hear), the volume when playing the audio data associated with "footsteps" is decreased. The timing to change to the control state (which makes it difficult for player P1 to hear) is the timing when a predetermined period (for example, a predetermined period (for example, 30 seconds) after equipping headphones A) has elapsed, or the timing when player P1 There are various possibilities, such as the timing of the defeat.

Further, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may change the attribute when the character C2 to be operated by the player P2 moves and the environment changes. For example, when the character C2 changes from being located on the dirt ground to being located on the iron plate, the sound of footsteps on the dirt ground is changed to the sound of footsteps on the iron plate. That is, in this embodiment, information on the material of the sound source (for example, earth, iron, etc.) is also controlled as an attribute (sub-attribute), and the attribute is controlled to change.

[8.8] Flowchart An example of the flow of volume control processing when audio is generated in the terminal device 20A of the player P1 will be described using FIG. 10.

First, when a sound is generated (step S1), a default volume is determined (step S2). For example, the default volume is calculated based on the sound generation position and the listening position (position associated with the character).

Then, it is determined whether the volume change conditions are satisfied (step S3). If the volume change condition is satisfied (Y in step S3), the process proceeds to step S4, and if the volume change condition is not satisfied (step S3, N), the process proceeds to step S7.

Then, if the volume change condition is satisfied (Y in step S3), it is determined whether the attribute of the generated sound is an attribute associated with the volume change condition (step S4).

If the attribute of the generated sound is an attribute associated with the volume change condition (Y in step S4), the volume is changed to be advantageous to the player (step S5). Then, sound is output at the changed volume (step S6).

On the other hand, if the volume change condition is not satisfied (N in step S3), and if the attribute of the generated sound is not an attribute associated with the volume change condition (N in step S4), the sound is output at the default volume ( Step S7). This completes the process.

[8.9] Others The terminal device 20A of the player P1 of the present embodiment may place an item (headphones A, etc.) for satisfying a given volume change condition in the game space at a given timing. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, before the game starts, based on a given operation input (for example, based on a given lottery process, or based on a given billing process), in order to satisfy a given volume change condition, The item may be controlled so that the player P1 can obtain the item.

[9] Description of direction information Next, direction information will be explained. The terminal device 20A of the player P1 of this embodiment displays given information on the display section 290. In this case, the display control section 211 of the terminal device 20A controls the volume of the sound generated at the sound generation position to a predetermined level. , the direction information indicating the direction of the sound generated at the sound generation position is displayed. Note that the terminal device 20A controls the timing of displaying the direction information of the audio and the timing of reproducing the audio data of the audio to be the same timing.

[9.1] Details of direction information As shown in FIG. 6, the terminal device 20A of the player P1, for example, when the sound of "footsteps" of the character C2 is generated at the sound generation position PS2, Assume that the distance between the sound generation position PS2 and the listening position L1 is D1. As shown in FIG. 7, if the volume when playing the audio data of footsteps with audio ID=1 is E1 and the threshold of "footsteps" is K1, the volume E1 is equal to or higher than the threshold K1. , display direction information suggesting the direction of the sound of "footsteps" of character C2. On the other hand, for example, if the distance between the audio generation position PS2 of the character C2's footsteps and the listening position L1 is D2, the volume when playing the audio data of the footsteps with audio ID=1 is E2, so the volume E2 is less than the threshold value K1, and directional information indicating the direction of the sound of "footsteps" of character C2 is not displayed. In this manner, in this embodiment, display/non-display of direction information is controlled depending on the volume.

FIG. 11 shows an example of the game screen GA displayed on the terminal device 20A of the player P1. As shown in FIG. 11, the terminal device 20A displays direction information indicating that there are footsteps of the character C2. For example, a mark (display body) M1 including a message "Footsteps of character C2" is displayed on the left side of the game screen GA. That is, in this embodiment, a direction display indicating the sound generation direction is performed according to the display position of the mark M1. In other words, in the example of FIG. 11, the mark M1 is displayed on the left side of the game screen, which means that the footsteps are generated from the left direction with respect to the line of sight of the virtual camera on the terminal device 20A of the player P1. In this way, player P1 can take measures such as running away from character C2 or attacking in the direction of character C2's footsteps by recognizing not only the audio of the footsteps but also the direction information. You can advance the game to your advantage. For example, in this embodiment, since objects that cause sound generation (such as the enemy character's footsteps) are not necessarily displayed on the game screen, the display of direction information is useful information for the player.

FIG. 12 shows the correspondence between the range in the game space and the display position of the mark displayed on the game screen GA. First, a range B1 of 45 degrees before and after the line-of-sight direction V1 of the viewpoint CP1 of the virtual camera CA1 that photographs the character C1, a range B2 of 45 to 135 degrees based on the line-of-sight direction V1, and a range of 135 to 135 degrees based on the line-of-sight direction V1. Four sections are defined: a range B3 of 225 degrees and a range B4 of 225 to 315 degrees based on the line of sight direction V1.

Then, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 displays a mark in the upper area J1 of the game screen GA when the sound generation position is located in the range B1, and displays a mark in the upper area J1 of the game screen GA, and displays a mark in the upper area J1 of the game screen GA when the sound generation position is located in the range B2. If the sound generation position is located in range B3, a mark is displayed in the lower area J3 of the game screen GA, and a mark is displayed in the left area J2 of the game screen GA. is located in the range B4, control is performed to display direction information by displaying a mark in the right area J4 of the game screen GA. Note that the areas J1 to J4 do not need to be ellipses, but may be rectangular or given shapes. Further, each area may partially overlap.

In the example of FIG. 11, the footsteps of the character C2 are generated from the range B2, so the mark M1 is displayed on the left side J2 of the game screen GA. As described above, according to the present embodiment, the player P1 can recognize which direction the sound is coming from based on the line of sight direction, and plays the game relying not only on the sound but also on the direction. be able to.

Note that J1 to J4 on the game screen shown in FIG. 12 represent the concepts of up, down, left and right. Alternatively, the angle of the sound generation position in the game space may be calculated based on the line-of-sight direction V1, and a mark may be displayed at the angle at the center of the game screen GA, based on the upward direction of the game screen. For example, if the footstep generation position in the game space is at 45 degrees with respect to the line-of-sight direction V1, a mark may be displayed in the upper left direction of the game screen GA.

Further, although the direction information display method of this embodiment has been described as an example in which the direction of sound generation is indicated by the display position of a mark, the present invention is not limited to this.

For example, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may display a message indicating the direction of the sound generation position on a part of the game screen (for example, at the top). For example, information indicating a direction based on the line-of-sight direction V1 (for example, a message saying "Character C2's footsteps are heard in a 45-degree direction") may be displayed on a part of the game screen.

Further, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may display an onomatopoeia message on the game screen. For example, the sound of plants and trees displays messages such as "rustling" on the game screen.

Furthermore, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 displays a radar image or a map image depicting the XZ plane of the game space on the game screen, and places a footsteps mark at the sound generation position of the radar image or the map image. By displaying the information, the direction information of the footsteps may be displayed.

In addition, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 applies special image processing to an area on the game screen corresponding to the direction in which the sound is generated (for example, if the sound is generated in range B1, range J1 of the game screen). (distortion processing, haze image or damage image synthesis processing) may be performed to control the direction of sound generation.

[9.2] Given Condition In the present embodiment, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 controls the volume of the sound generated at the sound generation position when the given condition is satisfied. is greater than or equal to a predetermined threshold, direction information indicating the direction of the sound generated at the sound generation position may be displayed.

Here, the "given conditions" include, for example, that the player's rank is high (for example, the player's rank is 1st to 10th), that the number of defeated characters is a predetermined number or more, and , the player uses (equips) a specific item, etc. Note that the ranking of the players may be determined based on the score in the game or the number of characters defeated.

[9.3] Display of information regarding the sound generated at the sound generation position In addition, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 is configured to display information regarding the sound generated at the sound generation position along with direction information. Good too. For example, information about the character that causes the voice generation (e.g., character name, relationship between character C1 and the character that causes the voice generation (enemy or ally)), attributes of the voice data of the generated voice, etc. It is. For example, as shown in FIG. 11, since the message "Character C2's footsteps" is displayed, "Character C2", which is the character that causes the sound generation, and the attribute "Footsteps" are displayed. In this way, information regarding the sound generated at the sound generation position can also be recognized, so it is possible to easily recognize in which direction and what type of sound is generated.

[9.4] Threshold value corresponding to each audio data The parameter control unit 216 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 sets a threshold value in association with each of the plurality of audio data. For example, as shown in FIG. 4, the audio data storage unit 275 of this embodiment stores thresholds associated with each of a plurality of audio data (audio IDs). In this way, by setting a threshold value for each audio data, it is possible to control a threshold value suitable for the audio data. Note that if the threshold value is set to 0, the direction will be displayed no matter how small the volume, so the initial value (default value) of the threshold value is set to an appropriate value in consideration of game balance.

[9.5] Display of direction information based on the relationship between the first character and the second character When a sound is generated due to the character C2, direction information is generated based on the relationship between the character C1 (an example of a first character) and the character C2 (an example of a second character) to be operated by the player P1. If it is determined whether or not to display the direction information, the direction information may be displayed.

In other words, when a sound is generated due to the character C2, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 sets a condition (a given If the given condition is satisfied and the volume of the sound generated at the sound generation position is greater than or equal to a predetermined threshold, the sound generation position is determined. Directional information indicating the direction of the sound generated may be displayed.

For example, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may display direction information when a sound is generated due to the character C2 and when the relationship between the characters C1 and C2 is hostile. If the relationship between the character C1 and the character C2 is an ally relationship, it may be determined that the direction information is not displayed.

Furthermore, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may determine whether or not to display direction information based on attributes for enemy characters and attributes for ally characters that are advantageous for the player. . Note that the enemy character is a character that is hostile to the character C1 (for example, the character C2 to be operated by the player P2, a character that is an enemy to the character C1 controlled by the computer, etc.).

For example, the game control unit 213 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 selects attributes for the enemy character that are advantageous to the player P1, such as "footsteps", "gunshot sounds", and "reload sounds", based on the operation input of the player P1 or computer control. ”. Then, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 determines to display direction information when the sounds of "footsteps", "gunshot sounds", and "reload sounds" are caused by the enemy character. On the other hand, player P
The display control unit 211 of the first terminal device 20A determines to hide the direction information when the sounds of "footsteps", "gunshot sounds", and "reload sounds" are caused by an ally character.

Further, for example, the game control unit 213 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 sets an attribute for an ally character that is advantageous for the player P1 to "distress signal" based on the operation input of the player P1 or computer control. Then, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 determines that direction information is to be displayed when the sound of the "distress signal" is caused by an ally character. On the other hand, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 determines to hide the direction information when the sound of the "distress signal" is caused by the enemy character.

Note that the terminal device 20A of the player P1 determines whether or not to display direction information based on the relationship between the first character (for example, character C1) and the second character (for example, character C2). The target attributes may be limited to some of the multiple attributes, such as "footsteps", "gunshot sounds", "reload sounds", and "distress signals".

[9.6] Change in display mode The display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 changes the attributes of the audio data of the audio generated at the audio generation position, the distance between the audio generation position and the listening position in the game space, and , the display mode regarding the direction information may be changed depending on at least one of the volume of the audio data. In this way, the attributes, sense of distance, and volume of audio data can be easily recognized visually.

For example, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 determines a mark for identifying the attribute in advance for each attribute, and displays the mark according to the attribute, so that the player can easily recognize the attribute of the audio data. You can do it like this. For example, if the attribute is "footsteps", a foot mark is displayed, and if the attribute is "gunshot sound", a mark resembling a weapon is displayed. For example, a mark corresponding to a sub-attribute, such as a rifle mark, a machine gun mark, or a shotgun mark, may be displayed.

Further, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may display the mark so that the closer the distance between the sound generation position and the listening position in the game space is, the larger the size of the mark is. For example, assume that a gunshot sound is generated from the machine gun of the character C4 in a range B4 based on the line-of-sight direction V1 in the game space. In such a case, if the distance between the gunshot sound generation position and the listening position is less than 10 kilometers, the mark M2 will be displayed on the right side of the game screen GA at one time the size as shown in FIG. 13. On the other hand, if the distance between the gunshot sound generation position and the listening position is 10 kilometers or more but less than 20 kilometers, the size is 0.5 times larger (for example, the thickness of the arrow is increased by 0.5 times), as shown in Figure 14. The mark M2-1 is displayed on the right side of the game screen GA depending on the size. Although not shown, if the distance between the gunshot sound generation position and the listening position is 20 kilometers or more, the size will be 0.25 times the size (for example, the thickness of the arrow will be 0.25 times the size). Mark M2-2 is displayed on the right side of the game screen GA.

Further, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may display the mark so that the larger the volume is, the larger the size of the mark is. For example, assume that a gunshot sound is generated from the machine gun of the character C4 in a range B4 based on the line-of-sight direction V1 in the game space. In such a case, if the volume of the gunshot sound is 20 or more, the mark M2 is displayed on the right side of the game screen GA at one time the size, as shown in FIG. On the other hand, if the volume of the gunshot sound is greater than or equal to 10 and less than 20, mark M2-1 is drawn at 0.5 times the size (for example, the thickness of the arrow is 0.5 times) as shown in Figure 14. Displayed on the right side of the game screen GA. Although not shown, if the volume of the gunshot sound is less than 10, mark M2-2 will be placed on the right side of the game screen GA at a size of 0.25 times (for example, the thickness of the arrow will be increased by 0.25 times). indicate.

Note that the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may display the mark so as to increase its size depending on the attack power (danger level) of the weapon. In other words, the higher the attack power, the larger the mark is displayed.

[9.7] Collective direction information When a plurality of voices are generated within any one of the plurality of ranges, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 displays direction information for each of the plurality of voices. Alternatively, collective direction information may be displayed, which is a collection of direction information of the plurality of voices. In this way, complicated display can be avoided.

FIG. 15 shows direction information in a case where machine gun gunshot sounds are generated by characters C2 and C4 in range B4 among multiple ranges B1, B2, B4, and B4, and rifle gunshot sounds are generated by characters C6, C8, and C10. An example of the display is shown below. In the example of FIG. 15, individual direction information is displayed, which is complicated.

Therefore, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may display the direction information collectively under the main attribute "gunshot sound", as shown in FIG. In this way, complicated information is simplified and the display becomes easy for the player P1 to understand. For example, the number of characters that caused the sound generation may be displayed together.

Although not shown, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 controls the direction of each sub-attribute at once when the number of characters causing the voice generation is less than a predetermined number (for example, 10 or less). Information may be displayed. For example, the display control unit 211 may display collective direction information under the sub-attribute "machine gun" and may display collective direction information under the sub-attribute "rifle." In such a case, the number of characters whose voices are generated may be displayed together for each piece of collective direction information.

[9.8] Changing the threshold The parameter control unit 216 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may change the threshold associated with the audio data depending on the game situation.

For example, in the case of a battle royale game, when the number of survivors decreases, it is better to not display directional information because it is more tense and the game can be played in a situation where the game balance is maintained. (less than one person), the threshold value associated with each voice data may be set higher. For example, if the number of survivors is less than or equal to a predetermined number (eg, five or less), the threshold value associated with each voice data may be doubled.

[9.9] Control in a Predetermined Area The parameter control unit 216 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 controls whether the character C1 is located within a predetermined area in the game space (for example, within a penalty area) and when the character C1 is located outside the predetermined area. The threshold value associated with the audio data may be changed in the case where the character C1 is located outside the penalty area (for example, outside the penalty area).

That is, the parameter control unit 216 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 changes the threshold value associated with the audio data so that the game progress is disadvantageous for the player P1 when the character C1 is located within a predetermined area. .

For example, when the character C1 is located within a predetermined area in the game space and the "footsteps" of the character C2 occur, the parameter control unit 216 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 sets the "footsteps" threshold K1. is controlled by multiplying by 1.3 to raise the threshold value. In this way, the player P1 will be imposed a penalty that makes it difficult to display the direction of the footsteps of the character C2, and the player P1 will play the game so that the character C1 does not belong to the predetermined area. This can increase the interest of the game. On the other hand, when the character C1 is located outside the predetermined area in the game space, the parameter control unit 216 changes the threshold value to the original value K1 (1x).

Further, the parameter control unit 216 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 is configured to correspond to the audio data so that when the enemy character C2 is located within a predetermined area in the game space, the game progress is advantageous for the player P1. The threshold value may be changed.

In other words, when the enemy character C2 is located within a predetermined area in the game space, and the character C1 is located outside the predetermined area, the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 It is determined whether a certain condition (an example of a given condition) is satisfied when the given condition is satisfied, and the volume of the sound generated at the sound generation position is a predetermined threshold. In the above case, direction information suggesting the direction of the sound generated at the sound generation position may be displayed.

For example, when the enemy character C2 is located within a predetermined area and the character C1 is located outside the predetermined area, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may receive audio data of a sound caused by the enemy character C2. By lowering the associated threshold value, it is possible to make it easier for the player P1 to recognize the direction information of the voice generated due to the enemy character C2.

For example, when the character C2 is located within a predetermined area and the character C1 is located outside the predetermined area, the parameter control unit 216 of the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may generate a sound in which "footsteps" of the character C2 is generated. The threshold value associated with the audio data is multiplied by 0.8 to lower the threshold value to make it easier to display the direction information of the footsteps of the character C2, and impose a penalty on the character C2. The player P1 comes to expect that the opponent player P2 will incur a penalty, which can increase the interest of the game.

Furthermore, the predetermined area is not limited to the penalty area. In other words, the predetermined area may be an area that is controlled to be advantageous for the characters within the predetermined area. Even in this way, the interest of the game can be increased.

For example, when the character C1 is located inside a fortress (within a predetermined area) in the game space and the character C2, which is an enemy character, is located outside the fortress (outside the predetermined area), the terminal device 20A of the player P1 control in a way that is advantageous for In other words, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 sets the threshold value associated with the audio data of the audio in which the "footsteps" of the character C2 are generated so that the direction information of the footsteps of the character C2 can be easily displayed for the player P1. , 0.8 to control the threshold value to be lowered.

On the other hand, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 is disadvantageous for the player P1 when the character C2 is located inside the fortress (within a predetermined area) in the game space and the character C1 is located outside the fortress (outside the predetermined area). Control as follows. In other words, the terminal device 20B of the player P2 displays the sound of the sound in which the "footsteps" of the character C1 are generated so that the direction information of the footsteps of the character C1 can be easily displayed for the player P2 (the player P2 who operates the character C2). The threshold value associated with the audio data may be multiplied by 0.8 to lower the threshold value.

[9.10] Flowchart An example of the process flow for direction display on the terminal device 20A of the player P1 will be described using FIG. 17.

First, when a sound is generated (step S11), a process of determining the volume is performed (step S12). As for the method of determining the volume, the volume may be determined by the process shown in FIG. Then, it is determined whether the volume is equal to or greater than a threshold value (step S13). When the volume is equal to or greater than the threshold (Y in step S13), audio direction information is displayed (step S14). This completes the process.

[9.11] Number of divisions In this embodiment, four divisions, ranges B1, B2, B3, and B4, are defined based on the viewing direction V1 of the viewpoint CP1 of the virtual camera CA1 that photographs the character C1 to be operated by the player P1. Although an example has been explained, the number of sections does not have to be four. For example, the number of sections may be 2, 3, 5 or more.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 18, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may divide the game space into eight 360-degree areas centering on the viewpoint CP1 of the virtual camera CA1 that photographs the character C1 to be operated by the player P1. . For example, as shown in FIG. 18, N (north), NE (northeast), E (east), SE (southeast), S (south), SW (southwest), W( The area will be divided into 45 degree ranges in each direction (west) and NW (northwest), with eight sections R1 to R8.

For example, when the sound of "footsteps" of the character C2 is generated at the sound generation position PS2, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 determines which of the eight sections R1 to R8 the "footsteps" belongs to. Determine whether there is one. When the section to which the footsteps belong is determined, direction information (for example, a mark) is displayed in the direction of the section. For example, the positional coordinates of a given position in the direction of the section to which the footsteps belong in the three-dimensional game space are converted to the two-dimensional coordinate system of the game screen, and a mark is displayed at the converted positional coordinates. For example, as shown in FIG. 18, when the viewing direction V1 of the character C1 indicates the northwest direction (NW direction), the terminal device 20A displays a mark M1 in the upper left direction on the game screen GA.

Furthermore, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 may change the accuracy (angular accuracy) for dividing the game space depending on the volume. Then, control may be performed such that the larger the volume of the target attribute, the greater the number of sections. For example, the game space is divided into 4 sections by 90 degrees around viewpoint CP1 and divided into 4 sections, the game space is divided into 8 sections by 45 degrees around viewpoint CP1, and the game space is divided into 8 sections. 16 sections are defined by dividing the area into 16 areas by 22.5 degrees around CP1.

For example, when the sound of "footsteps" of the character C2 is generated at the sound generation position PS2, the terminal device 20A of the player P1 determines that the louder the volume of the sound of "footsteps" is, the more the direction information has a large number of sections. Determine the section to which "footsteps" belong. For example, if the threshold value for determining whether or not to display the direction display of "footsteps" is K1, parameters KA1 and KA2 are set so that K1<KA1<KA2, and the volume of "footsteps" is greater than or equal to K1 or KA1. If the number is less than 4, the section to which the "footsteps" belong is determined based on the direction information of the four sections. If the volume of the "footsteps" is greater than or equal to KA1 and less than KA2, the section to which the "footsteps" belong is determined based on the direction information of the eight sections. If the volume of the "footsteps" is KA2 or higher, the section to which the "footsteps" belong is determined based on the direction information of the 16 sections. In this way, the higher the volume, the more accurate direction information can be displayed on the game screen, and the more accurate direction information can be given to the player.

[10] Application example of game system [10.1] Application example of server device 10 The server device 10 may perform some or all of the processing performed by the terminal device 20 of this embodiment.

For example, the present embodiment is a server device in which a character to be operated by a player is placed in a game space and a game progresses based on the operation input of the player, and includes a storage unit that stores a plurality of audio data, and a server device that stores a plurality of audio data; a volume control unit that determines a volume when reproducing audio data of the sound based on a position of the sound generated in the space and a listening position in the game space associated with the character; an audio playback unit that plays back the audio data at the volume determined by the control unit, the storage unit stores attributes in association with each of the plurality of audio data, and the volume control unit The server device may change the volume when playing audio data associated with the attribute to be changed in volume corresponding to the volume change condition when a given volume change condition is satisfied.

Further, the present embodiment is a server device in which a character to be operated by a player is placed in a game space and the game progresses based on the operation input of the player, and the server device displays given information on the display unit of the terminal device. a display control unit that stores a plurality of audio data; a storage unit that stores a plurality of audio data; and a storage unit that stores a plurality of audio data; a volume control unit that determines the volume when reproducing the audio data; and an audio playback unit that reproduces the audio data at the volume determined by the volume control unit, and the display control unit The server device may be characterized in that, when the volume is equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold, direction information indicating the direction of the sound generated at the sound generation position is displayed.

For example, the server device 10 includes an object space setting section 110, a display control section 111, an input reception processing section 112, a game control section 113, a movement control section 114, a game calculation section 115, a parameter control section 116, a virtual camera control section 117, It may function as the sound processing section 120, the volume control section 121, the audio reproduction section 122, the sound generation detection section 123, and the image generation section 130.

Further, the storage unit 140 of the server device 10 may include a drawing buffer 172.

The communication control unit 201 transmits information regarding the game, information on generated images, etc. to the terminal device 20. The communication control unit 201 also receives input information (for example, information regarding commands, operations, and operation history) received from the terminal device 20 .

The object space setting section 110 of the server device 10 is similar to the object space setting section 210 of the terminal device 20, so a description thereof will be omitted. Note that although the server device 10 makes the object space settings common to all players, the object space settings may be made for each player.

The display control unit 111 of the server device 10 controls displaying the image generated by the image generation unit 130 and information regarding the image on the display unit 290 of the terminal device 20. The specific process is the same as that of the display control unit 211 of the terminal device 20, so a description thereof will be omitted. Note that "display control" means that the server 10 controls the display on the game screen of the game device (terminal device) 20. For example, if the server device 10 generates "control information" to be displayed on the game screen of the terminal device 20 and sends it to the terminal device 20, the terminal device 20 receives the "control information" from the server 10. Then, the game screen is displayed based on the "control information".

The specific processing of the game control unit 113 of the server device 10 is the same as that of the game control unit 213 of the terminal device 20, so a description thereof will be omitted. Note that the server device 10 controls the game for each player based on information (input information and commands) received from the player's terminal device 20.

The specific processing of the movement control unit 114 of the server device 10 is the same as that of the movement control unit 214 of the terminal device 20, so a description thereof will be omitted. Note that the server device 10 performs movement control for each player.

The specific processing of the game calculation unit 115 of the server device 10 is the same as that of the game calculation unit 215 of the terminal device 20, so a description thereof will be omitted. Note that the server device 10 performs game calculations for each player.

The parameter control unit 116 of the server device 10 is similar to the parameter control unit 216 of the terminal device 20, so the description thereof will be omitted. Note that the server device 10 performs control to vary parameters for each player.

The virtual camera control unit 117 of the server device 10 is similar to the virtual camera control unit 217 of the terminal device 20, so the description thereof will be omitted. Note that the server device 10 controls the virtual camera for each player.

The game management section 103 of the server device 10 may perform the same processing as the game management section 218 of the terminal device 20. Note that the server device 10 performs game management for each player.

The sound processing unit 120 of the server device 10 may perform the same processing as the sound processing unit 220 of the terminal device 20. Note that the server device 10 controls the sound processing of each terminal device 20 of each player for each player. Then, the sound processing unit 120 of the server device 10 performs control to output sound to the sound output unit 292 of each terminal device 20.

The volume control unit 121 of the server device 10 may perform the same processing as the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20. Note that the server device 10 controls, for each player, the volume output to each terminal device 20 of each player.

The volume control unit 121 of the server device 10 may perform the same processing as the volume control unit 221 of the terminal device 20. Note that the server device 10 controls, for each player, the volume output to each terminal device 20 of each player.

The audio reproduction unit 122 of the server device 10 transmits audio data reproduction information (audio ID, audio data itself, volume, etc.) to each terminal device 20 of each player. For example, each terminal device 20 of each player receives information on audio data to be reproduced and reproduces it.

The same processing as the voice generation detection unit 123 of the server device 10 and the voice generation detection unit 223 of the terminal device 20 may be performed. Note that the server device 10 detects, for each player, the voice generation position in each terminal device 20 of each player.

The image generation unit 130 of the server device 10 is similar to the image generation unit 230 of the terminal device 20, so the explanation will be omitted. Note that the server device 10 generates an image for each player.

Furthermore, the storage unit 140 of the server device 10 may include a drawing buffer 172. Note that “storing in the server device 10” means storing in the storage unit 140 of the server device 10, but the storage unit 140 of the terminal device 20 The information may be stored in the section 270. Note that the storage unit 140 of the server device 10 may be a concept that includes the information storage medium 180 of the server device 10.

[10.2] Game Device The terminal device 20 of this embodiment may be a game device (terminal device) 20 that operates as a standalone device. Alternatively, the game system may include a plurality of game devices 20 connected via a network.

[11] Others The present invention is not limited to what has been described in the above embodiments, and various modifications are possible. 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.

In this embodiment, the game is not limited to an action RPG. For example, it can be used for action games, fighting games, competitive games such as sports games, role playing games (RPG), and other simulation games.

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 Terminal device (game device)
100 Processing section 101 Communication control section 102 Web processing section 103 Game management section 107 Timer management section 108 Information provision section 140 Storage section 142 Main storage section 144 Game data storage section 146 Player information storage section 147 Audio data storage section 180 Information storage medium 196 Communication unit 150 Input unit 190 Display unit 200 Processing unit 210 Object space setting unit 211 Display control unit 212 Input reception processing unit 213 Game control unit 214 Movement control unit 215 Game calculation unit 216 Parameter control unit 217 Virtual camera control unit 218 Game management unit 220 sound processing section,
221 Volume control section,
222 Audio playback section,
223 voice generation detection unit,
230 Image generation section 270 Storage section 271 Main storage section 272 Image buffer 273 Player information storage section 274 Game data storage section 275 Audio data storage section 260 Input section 262 Detection section 280 Information storage medium 290 Display section 292 Sound output section 296 Communication section

Claims (4)

A plurality of terminal devices and a server device are connected via a network, and a plurality of characters are arranged in a game space to progress the game, and each of the plurality of characters is connected to the operation input of each player corresponding to each terminal device. A game system controlled based on
a display control unit that displays given information on a display unit of the first terminal device;
a storage unit that stores a plurality of audio data;
Based on the generation position of the sound generated in the game space and the listening position in the game space associated with a first character to be operated by a first player corresponding to the first terminal device, a volume control unit that determines the volume when playing the audio data of the audio;
In the first terminal device, an audio playback unit that plays the audio data at the volume determined by the volume control unit;
a parameter control unit that changes a threshold value associated with the audio data according to the game situation;
The display control section includes:
If the volume of the audio data of the audio is equal to or higher than a threshold associated with the audio data, displaying direction information suggesting the direction of the location where the audio is generated ;
The parameter control section includes:
A game system characterized by increasing a threshold value associated with audio data when the number of surviving characters is less than or equal to a predetermined number . In claim 1 ,
The display control section
A game system characterized in that information regarding the sound generated at the sound generation position is displayed together with the direction information. A plurality of terminal devices and a server device are connected via a network, and a plurality of characters are arranged in a game space to progress the game, and each of the plurality of characters is connected to the operation input of each player corresponding to each terminal device. A program for a terminal device used in a game system controlled based on the
a display control unit that displays given information on a display unit;
a storage unit that stores a plurality of audio data;
Based on the generation position of the sound generated within the game space and the listening position within the game space associated with the first character to be operated by the first player corresponding to the player's own machine, the sound of the sound is generated. a volume control section that determines the volume when playing data;
an audio playback unit that plays the audio data at the volume determined by the volume control unit;
The computer functions as a parameter control unit that changes the threshold value associated with the audio data according to the game situation,
The display control section includes:
If the volume of the audio data of the audio is equal to or higher than a threshold associated with the audio data, displaying direction information suggesting the direction of the location where the audio is generated ;
The parameter control section includes:
A program characterized in that when the number of surviving characters is less than or equal to a predetermined number, a threshold value associated with audio data is increased . A plurality of game devices and a server device are connected via a network, and a plurality of characters are arranged in a game space to progress the game, and each of the plurality of characters is connected to the operation input of each player corresponding to each game device. A game device used in a game system controlled based on
a display control unit that displays given information on a display unit;
a storage unit that stores a plurality of audio data;
Based on the generation position of the sound generated within the game space and the listening position within the game space associated with the first character to be operated by the first player corresponding to the player's own machine, the sound of the sound is generated. a volume control section that determines the volume when playing data;
an audio playback unit that plays the audio data at the volume determined by the volume control unit;
a parameter control unit that changes a threshold value associated with the audio data according to the game situation;
The display control section includes:
If the volume of the audio data of the audio is equal to or higher than a threshold associated with the audio data, displaying direction information suggesting the direction of the location where the audio is generated ;
The parameter control section includes:
A game device characterized by increasing a threshold value associated with audio data when the number of surviving characters is less than or equal to a predetermined number .

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