JP2008183053A - Game system and game program - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game system and a game program which can reflect artistry such as attractiveness, loveliness, and appealingness of characters on a game. <P>SOLUTION: The game system 100 has a plurality of game machines 10 connected by a communication means. The game machine 10 has a controller 30 from which formation information to design a character C1 appearing in a game is input by a player, an image information generation section generating image information of the character C1 on the basis of the formation information, a display control section displaying the character C1 in a TV monitor 60 on the basis of image information, and a parameter variation section varying the parameters of the character C1 on the basis of the result of evaluation of artistry of the character C1. The player evaluates a character C2 of the other player by the controller 30. Furthermore, the evaluation of artistry is made by an evaluation coin appearing during the game. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a game system and a game program suitable for an online game or the like in which characters can be freely designed.

Nowadays, the expressive power of game software has increased, and it has become possible to demonstrate the player's unique artistry to characters in the game.
Then, as this type of game, image information based on one and / or a plurality of information of pixel, dot, pixel information, number of colors, number of pixels, RGB value of each pixel included in game character image information There is a game in which this analysis is performed and the result is reflected in the parameters of the character (for example, Patent Document 1).

However, as in the game described in Patent Document 1, in a game in which certain data is acquired from the character's color and shape and this is reflected in the character's parameters, the character's coolness, cuteness, interestingness, etc. It was difficult to evaluate artistry.
In other words, as a weak point of such a game, for example, if the color of the character is made completely red, there is a case where a uniformly strong character can be created, and the artistry such as beautiful as a picture is It was not reflected in the parameters.
For this reason, creating a character that is advantageous as a game and designing a character with your favorite appearance did not mesh, creating a situation in which it was difficult for players to empathize with the character.
JP-A-2005-34318

  An object of the present invention is to provide a game system and a game program in which artistic characteristics such as character's coolness, cuteness, and interestingness can be reflected in a game, and a player can easily empathize with characters.

The present invention solves the above problems by the following means. In addition, in order to make an understanding easy, although the code | symbol corresponding to the Example of this invention is attached | subjected and demonstrated, it is not limited to this.
According to the first aspect of the present invention, the formation information input means (30) for inputting formation information for forming part or all of the characters appearing in the game by the player and the formation information input means (30) are input. The image information generating means (11c) for generating image information of the character based on the formed formation information, and the character on the display means (60) based on the image information generated by the image information generating means (11c). Display control means (14) for displaying the image, and an evaluation result by the evaluator evaluating the artistry of the character displayed on the display means (60) by the display control means (14), and the evaluation result is input A parameter for changing the parameters of the character based on the evaluation result input to the input means (30) and the evaluation result input means (30); It means a (11d), a game system comprising a.
According to a second aspect of the present invention, in the game system according to the first aspect, when the artistry of the character is evaluated using the evaluation result input means (30), a privilege is given to the evaluator. It is a game system characterized by comprising one privilege grant means (11e).
According to a third aspect of the present invention, in the game system according to the first or second aspect, the period counting means (11f) for counting a predetermined period and the predetermined period counted by the period counting means (11f) And a second privilege granting means (11g) for granting a privilege to a player who has received a predetermined evaluation.
According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, in the game system according to any one of the first to third aspects, an evaluation medium is provided to the evaluator and for evaluating the artistry of the character. The parameter changing means (11d) is a game system characterized in that the parameter of the character is changed based on the type and / or amount of the evaluation medium.
According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, in the game system according to any one of the first to fourth aspects, the game system (100) receives a plurality of player characters by the formation information input means (30). The game system is characterized in that characters that can be formed and characters formed by each player can be evaluated by other players by the evaluation result input means (30).
The invention of claim 6 is the game system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the game system (100) includes a plurality of game machines (10) connected by communication means. One game machine includes the formation information input unit (30), the image information generation unit (11c), and the parameter change unit (11d), and the other game machine includes the display control unit (14). And the evaluation result input means (30).
According to the seventh aspect of the present invention, the formation information input means (30) for inputting formation information for forming a part or all of the characters appearing in the game by the player, and the formation information input means (30) are input. The image information generating means (11c) for generating image information of the character based on the formed formation information, and the character on the display means (60) based on the image information generated by the image information generating means (11c). Display control means (14) for displaying the image, and an evaluation result by the evaluator evaluating the artistry of the character displayed on the display means (60) by the display control means (14), and the evaluation result is input When the artist's artistry is evaluated using the input means (30) and the evaluation result input means (30), a privilege is given to the evaluator. And Dian applying means (11e), a game system comprising a.
The invention according to claim 8 is the formation information input means (30) for inputting formation information for forming a part or all of the characters appearing in the game by the player, and the input to the formation information input means (30). The image information generating means (11c) for generating image information of the character based on the formed formation information, and the character on the display means (60) based on the image information generated by the image information generating means (11c). Display control means (14) for displaying the image, and an evaluation result by the evaluator evaluating the artistry of the character displayed on the display means (60) by the display control means (14), and the evaluation result is input Input means (30), period counting means (11f) for counting a predetermined period, and within a predetermined period counted by the period counting means (11f) A gaming system comprising, a privilege granting means (11g) for imparting a privilege to the player that has received a predetermined evaluation.
According to the ninth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a formation information input means (30) for inputting formation information for forming a part or all of characters appearing in a game by a player, and the formation information input means (30). ) Based on the formation information input to the image information generation means (11c) for generating image information of the character, and display means (60) based on the image information generated by the image information generation means (11c). The display control means (14) for displaying the character on the display means, and the evaluator evaluates the artistry of the character displayed on the display means (60) by the display control means (14), and the evaluation result is inputted. The evaluation result input means (30) and the parameter of the character are changed based on the evaluation result input to the evaluation result input means (30). A parameter changing means (11d) to a game program for functioning as a.

The present invention has the following effects.
(1) Since the evaluator evaluates the artist's artistic character, and the evaluation result is input, and the character parameters are changed based on the input evaluation result, humans such as character's coolness, cuteness, and fun It is possible to reflect the artistry that cannot be seen without seeing it in the game. This makes it easy to create a character that is advantageous as a game and to design a character that looks like you like, making it easier for players to empathize with the character.
(2) Since the first privilege granting means for granting a privilege to the evaluator is provided, it is possible to give merit to both the side to be evaluated and the side to be evaluated, and increase the motivation for participating in the evaluation. Can do.
(3) Since a second privilege granting means for granting a privilege to a player who has received a predetermined evaluation within a predetermined period of time is provided, the player wants to design a highly artistic character, and a more interesting game It can be.

(4) Since the parameter changing means changes the character parameters based on the type and / or amount of the evaluation medium, it is possible to visually and numerically evaluate designs and artisticities that are difficult to visualize and digitize. Yes, the player's motivation for character design can be promoted.
(5) Characters of a plurality of players can be formed, and the characters formed by each player can be evaluated by other players. Therefore, the player's willingness to participate can be stimulated and the communication between the players can be enhanced.
(6) Since a plurality of game machines connected by communication means are provided, the game can be played as an online game.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an embodiment of a game system according to the present invention.
The game system 100 according to the present embodiment is an online game system and includes a plurality of game machines 10 connected by communication means such as the Internet. In the following description, one game machine 10 will be described, but other game machines (not shown) connected by communication means have the same configuration.
The game machine 10 allows the player to freely design the characters to be operated, and can also see the characters that other players are operating. The game progresses while talking with other characters.

In addition, the game machine 10 includes a game machine body 20 and a controller 30.
The game machine main body 20 is connected to a television monitor (display means) 60 by a cable 40 and a connection terminal 50. The television monitor 60 is a device that displays characters based on image information generated by an image information generation unit 11c described later, and displays game images such as a character C1 of a player and a character C2 of another player.
In addition, the game machine body 20 includes a memory card mounting unit 21 for mounting the memory card 70 on the front surface. The memory card 70 is a card that stores game progress data and the like.

The controller 30 is an input device that is connected to the game machine body 20 and performs character operations and the like. In the controller 30, a cross button 31 is arranged on the left side, a button 32 for performing an operation such as determination and return is arranged on the right side, and an analog stick 33 is arranged in the center.
Further, the controller 30 functions as a formation information input unit for inputting formation information for designing characters appearing in the game by the player on the character creation screen.
Further, on the character evaluation screen, the controller 30 functions as an evaluation result input unit in which an evaluator evaluates the artistry of the character and inputs the evaluation result. In addition, when using this controller 30 as an evaluation result input part, it is a time of evaluating the character C2 of another player instead of the character C1 of a player.
The player can advance the game by operating the cross button 31 and the button 32 according to the display on the screen using the controller 30.

FIG. 2 is a block diagram of the game machine 10.
The game machine 10 includes a CPU 11, a ROM 12, a RAM 13, a display control unit 14, a sound circuit 15, an input interface unit 16, a communication interface unit 17, a memory card reading unit 18, a drive circuit 19, and a memory. A card mounting unit 21, a disk deck 22, a bus 23, and the like are provided.

  The CPU 11 is a control unit that performs overall control of the game machine 10. When the CPU 11 detects that the CD-ROM 80 is mounted on the disk deck 22, the CPU 11 controls the drive circuit 19 to read programs and image data from the CD-ROM 80. The CPU 11 sends the read game image and image data for displaying the progress screen to the display control unit 14. When the CPU 11 executes the control program stored in the ROM 12, the function of the game control unit 11a for starting and progressing the game is activated, and each unit can be controlled.

  Further, the CPU 11 operates the memory card reading unit 18 under the control of the memory card control unit 11b, and reads the recording data from the memory card 70 mounted on the memory card mounting unit 21. If the currently installed software of the CD-ROM 80 has already been played and the result data is read, the game can be resumed from the stage where it was previously interrupted based on the result data. In the case of a game played for the first time, data relating to the game can be written to the memory card 70 at the end of the game.

In addition to the above-described game control unit 11a and memory card control unit 11b, the CPU 11 also includes an image information generation unit 11c, a parameter change unit 11d, a first privilege grant unit 11e, a period count unit 11f, and a second privilege grant. The function of the part 11g is provided.
The image information generation unit 11 c generates character image information based on character formation information (design information) input to the controller 30. Specifically, the player creates a character using graffiti notes (notes that the player can draw freely) appearing during the game. The image information generation unit 11c accepts, as input data, a picture drawn by a player on the graffiti notebook by operating the controller 30, and generates character image information corresponding to the input data.

  The parameter changing unit 11d changes the character parameter based on the evaluation result input to the controller 30 (details of the evaluation method will be described later). The parameter changing unit 11d changes the character parameter based on the type and amount of the “evaluation coin” (details of the evaluation coin will be described later). Specifically, the player evaluates the character C2 of the other player, and the parameter changing unit 11d accepts information input by the player operating the controller 30 as input data. Then, the parameter of the character C2 of the other player is changed (details of the parameter changing method will be described later).

When the first privilege granting unit 11e evaluates the artistry of the character C2 of another player using the controller 30, the first privilege granting unit 11e grants a privilege (in-game currency, experience value, item, etc.) to the evaluator. . For example, if a player evaluates another player's character C2, a privilege is given to the player's character C1.
The period counting unit 11f counts a predetermined period (one day, one week, one month, etc.).
The second privilege grant unit 11g grants a privilege to a player who has received a predetermined evaluation (the highest evaluation, a higher evaluation, etc.) within a predetermined period counted by the period counting unit 11f.

The ROM 12 is a storage device that stores a control program for controlling the entire game machine 10, and is accessed by the CPU 11 when the power is turned on, and the control program is read out.
The RAM 13 is used as a working memory when the CPU 11 performs calculations and as an area for storing data.
The display control unit 14 converts the game image or character image data into a monitor display format, and causes the television monitor 60 to display the game image.
The sound circuit 15 converts voice and music data into voice and music analog signals and outputs them to the speaker 90.

The input interface unit 16 transmits an input signal input from the controller 30 to the CPU 11.
The communication interface unit 17 communicates with other game machines (not shown) connected by communication means, and transmits and receives data such as character images and evaluation results.
The memory card reading unit 18 is a part that reads data stored in the memory card 70.
The drive circuit 19 is a circuit that rotates the CD-ROM 80 mounted on the disk deck 22 at a desired speed.

The memory card mounting part 21 is a part into which the memory card 70 is inserted.
The disk deck 22 is a part to which a CD-ROM 80 for storing game software and the like is mounted.
The bus 23 is a transmission path for each circuit and each unit to exchange data inside the game machine 10.
Each function of the game machine 10 is realized by the CPU 11 executing a game program configured by a control program stored in the ROM 12 and a program stored in the CD-ROM 80.

Next, an outline of game contents of the game system 100 will be described.
(1) The player character C1 has a certain number of “evaluation coins” for evaluating the character C2 of another player. This evaluation coin is a pseudo coin appearing in the game, and a certain number of coins is automatically provided in a unit period such as daily, weekly, or monthly. Further, the evaluation coin is given to a character in the game and is an evaluation medium for evaluating the artistry of the character.
(2) If the player feels that the other player's character C2 he / she encounters in the game play is “cool”, “cute”, “frightening”, “interesting”, etc., the player operates the player character C1 to say “ "Evaluation coin" can be given. There are types of evaluation coins such as “cool coins”, “cute coins”, “snear coins”, and “interesting coins” depending on the type of evaluation, and the player operates his / her character C1 and holds it in the character C2 of another player. Give the coin of the type closest to your impression.
(3) The character who has given the “evaluation coin” can obtain certain in-game currency, experience points, items, and the like by the function of the first privilege granting unit 11e.
(4) The character that has received the “evaluation coin” can grow a parameter value corresponding to the evaluated content by the function of the parameter changing unit 11d. For example, if it is “cool coins”, the “physical strength” parameter will increase. If it is “cute coins”, the “magic” parameter will increase. If it is “coinous coins”, the “attack power” parameter will increase. In the case of “coin”, the parameter of “defense power” is increased.
(5) Characters that have received the most coins within a certain period and characters that have collected the most coins of a particular type are announced in the rankings for each unit period, such as once a week or once a month. be awarded. The upper character can obtain a prize (in-game currency, experience value, item, etc.) corresponding to each department by the function of the second privilege grant unit 11g.

3 to 6 are diagrams showing examples of characters designed by the player.
FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an example of a “cool” character, FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating an example of a “cute” character, and FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of a “cool” character. These are figures showing an example of an “interesting” character. Each figure shows two characters as shown in (A) and (B).
Since the evaluation of the character is subjectivity of the player, “cute coins” may be given to the “interesting” character in FIG.

FIG. 7 is a diagram for explaining a control flow of the game system 100.
When the game is started (S101), the CPU 11 first determines whether or not the player has character data (character image information) (S102).
If it does not have character data (S102; No), the CPU 11 determines whether or not to newly create character data in accordance with the player's operation (S103).
When creating a new character (S103; Yes), the player operates the controller 30 to freely customize the character appearance (clothing, shape, etc.), and the CPU 11 creates character data (S104). Play is started (S105).
If not newly created (S103; No), the game is over (S106).

Even if the character data is present (S102; Yes), if the character data is not used (S107; No), the process proceeds to S103 to determine whether or not to create character data. .
When using character data (S107; Yes), the CPU 11 reads character data from the memory card 70 (S108) and starts game play (S105).

If the player encounters a character to which he / she wants to give an evaluation coin during game play (S109; Yes), the player operates the controller 30 to select the type and number of evaluation coins, and the other player receives the evaluation coin. To character C2 (S110).
The character who has received the evaluation coin can receive a privilege (in-game currency, experience value, item, etc.) by passing the evaluation coin (S111).

On the contrary, if an evaluation coin is received from the character C2 of another player during the game play (S112; Yes), a privilege (character growth, etc.) may be received by receiving the evaluation coin. Yes (S113).
And a player can receive the privilege (currency in a game, experience value, an item, etc.) by ranking announcement for every fixed period, and until the game is ended (S114; Yes), from S105 to S114 The process is repeated.

Thus, according to the present embodiment, the following effects are obtained.
(1) Since the character's artistry is evaluated and the parameters of the character are changed based on the result of the evaluation, the game is flexible with an artistry that cannot be seen unless humans see it, such as the character's coolness, cuteness, and fun. Can be reflected. This makes it easy to create a character that is advantageous as a game and to design a character that looks like you like, making it easier for players to empathize with the character. In addition, the artist's voluntary popularity vote determines the artistry, and the result is reflected in the parameters of the character, enabling mutual evaluation of the characters, motivating participation in the game, and boosting communication between players. be able to.
(2) Since the 1st privilege provision part 11e which provides a privilege with respect to an evaluator is provided, a merit can be given to both the side to be evaluated and the side by which it is performed, and the motivation with respect to participating in evaluation is raised. be able to.
(3) Since the second privilege grant unit 11g that grants a privilege to a player positioned higher in the ranking is provided, the player wants to design a character with high artisticity, and can make the game more interesting. .

(4) Since the parameter changing unit 11d changes the character parameters based on the type and amount of the evaluation coin, it is possible to visually and numerically evaluate designs and artisticities that are difficult to visualize and digitize. , Can promote the player's willingness to character design. Also, by visualizing and digitizing the evaluation of artisticity with the evaluation coins and making it a visible result of the character parameters, the decoration in the game is not simply satisfied all the time.
(5) Since a plurality of game machines 10 connected by communication means are provided, the game can be played as an online game.

(Modification)
The present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications and changes are possible, and these are also within the equivalent scope of the present invention.
(1) For example, in addition to the game described above, a game that evaluates a robot customized by itself, a game that evaluates a fashion sense for a girl (game such as a fashion show), and a simple avatar It may be a game that appears. In this case, it is preferable to change the attack power and defense power of the robot, the dance level, the variation of the movement of the avatar, and the like. Moreover, a role playing game, an action game, a simulation game, etc. may be sufficient.
(2) The character is described in the example of drawing on a graffiti note, but it may be created by selecting part of the face or hair part, such as a pet taken with a camera. It may be an image.

(3) Although the evaluation medium has been described with an example of evaluation coins appearing in the game, an actual medal or card may be used.
(4) The evaluation coin may be used up or circulated. In addition, the type of evaluation coin is not limited from the beginning, and a type such as “cool” may be declared and passed at the time of use. Furthermore, although the example which the character has the evaluation coin was demonstrated, the player has in the game, and the players in the game may exchange each other.

(5) Although the evaluation is described in the example performed during the game, when each character is disclosed on the Internet, the evaluation may be performed by viewing the public information.
(6) The privilege may be such that image data of another player character C2 can be obtained.

(7) Although the game machine 10 has been described with an example having all functions, the game machine on the player side includes a controller 30 as a formation information input unit, an image information generation unit 11c, a parameter change unit 11d, The game machine on the evaluator side only needs to include the display control unit 14 and the controller 30 as an evaluation result input unit.
(8) Although an example of an online game system has been described, a stand-alone game system may be used. In this case, it is good also as a large sized game machine (For example, the game machine which is arrange | positioned in a game center and can be played by several persons) provided with the some controller 30. FIG.

(9) A single game machine may be used to form characters for a plurality of players so that a plurality of players can play the game at different times. In this way, the characters formed by each player can be evaluated by other players with a single game machine.
(10) The game machine may be installed in a facility such as a game center or may be a home game machine. In addition, a game program that performs the control as described above may be distributed to enjoy game play on a computer. Note that the computer in the present invention refers to an information processing apparatus including a storage device, a control unit, and the like, and both a personal computer and a mobile phone are included in the concept of the computer of the present invention.

(11) In the above-described embodiment, when the character's artisticity is evaluated, the character parameter is changed based on the evaluation result. However, the evaluator or the player without changing the character parameter. Only a privilege may be given to the user (privilege grant means). Even in this case, it is possible to give merit to the side to be evaluated and the side to be evaluated, and to increase the willingness to participate in the game.

It is a figure which shows the Example of the game system by this invention. 2 is a block diagram of the game machine 10. FIG. It is a figure which shows an example of a "cool" character. It is a figure which shows an example of a "cute" character. It is a figure which shows an example of a "scary" character. It is a figure which shows an example of an "interesting" character. It is a figure explaining the flow of control of the game system.

Explanation of symbols

10 game consoles 11 CPU
11a Game control part 11b Memory card control part 11c Image information generation part 11d Parameter change part 11e 1st privilege provision part 11f Period count part 11g 2nd privilege provision part 12 ROM
13 RAM
14 Display Control Unit 20 Game Machine Body 30 Controller 40 Cable 50 Connection Terminal 60 TV Monitor 70 Memory Card 80 CD-ROM
90 Speaker 100 Game system C1 Player character C2 Other player character

Claims (9)

Formation information input means for inputting formation information for forming part or all of the characters appearing in the game by the player;
Image information generating means for generating image information of the character based on the formation information input to the formation information input means;
Display control means for displaying the character on the display means based on the image information generated by the image information generation means;
An evaluator evaluates the artistry of the character displayed on the display means by the display control means, and an evaluation result input means for inputting the evaluation result;
Parameter changing means for changing the parameters of the character based on the evaluation result input to the evaluation result input means;
A game system comprising: The game system according to claim 1,
A first privilege granting unit for granting a privilege to the evaluator when the character's artistry is evaluated using the evaluation result input unit;
A game system characterized by In the game system according to claim 1 or 2,
Period counting means for counting a predetermined period;
A second privilege granting unit for granting a privilege to a player who has received a predetermined evaluation within a predetermined period counted by the period counting unit;
A game system characterized by In the game system according to any one of claims 1 to 3,
An evaluation medium is provided for the evaluator and for evaluating the artistry of the character.
The parameter changing means changes the parameter of the character based on the type and / or amount of the evaluation medium,
A game system characterized by In the game system according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
This game system can form a plurality of player characters by the formation information input means,
Characters formed by each player can be evaluated by other players using the evaluation result input means,
A game system characterized by In the game system according to any one of claims 1 to 5,
The game system includes a plurality of game machines connected by communication means,
One game machine includes the formation information input means, the image information generation means, and the parameter change means.
The other game machine comprises the display control means and the evaluation result input means,
A game system characterized by Formation information input means for inputting formation information for forming part or all of the characters appearing in the game by the player;
Image information generating means for generating image information of the character based on the formation information input to the formation information input means;
Display control means for displaying the character on the display means based on the image information generated by the image information generation means;
An evaluator evaluates the artistry of the character displayed on the display means by the display control means, and an evaluation result input means for inputting the evaluation result;
A privilege granting unit for granting a privilege to the evaluator when the character's artistry is evaluated using the evaluation result input unit;
A game system comprising: Formation information input means for inputting formation information for forming part or all of the characters appearing in the game by the player;
Image information generating means for generating image information of the character based on the formation information input to the formation information input means;
Display control means for displaying the character on the display means based on the image information generated by the image information generation means;
An evaluator evaluates the artistry of the character displayed on the display means by the display control means, and an evaluation result input means for inputting the evaluation result;
Period counting means for counting a predetermined period;
Privilege granting means for granting a privilege to a player who has received a predetermined evaluation within a predetermined period counted by the period counting unit;
A game system comprising: Computer
Formation information input means for inputting formation information for forming part or all of the characters appearing in the game by the player;
Image information generating means for generating image information of the character based on the formation information input to the formation information input means;
Display control means for displaying the character on the display means based on the image information generated by the image information generation means;
An evaluator evaluates the artistry of the character displayed on the display means by the display control means, and an evaluation result input means for inputting the evaluation result;
Parameter changing means for changing the parameters of the character based on the evaluation result input to the evaluation result input means;
Game program to function as.