JPH02166875A - Game information processing device - Google Patents

Abstract

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Description

[Detailed Description of the Invention] [Industrial Field of Application] The present invention provides a method for inputting and storing digital game information with an identification code added to video game data software from the outside,
The present invention relates to a game information processing device for effective processing, and is particularly used for commercial or home-use video game machines using a digital line network.

[Prior Art and Problems to be Solved by the Invention] Conventional commercial video game machines could accommodate only one video game software in one casing. Therefore, in order to introduce a wide variety of video games into a game hall, it is necessary to have a corresponding number of video game machines. However, the number of times video games are played varies greatly depending on the type of software, and unpopular games are not played, so there is a problem in that the profitability of the game center differs depending on what kind of games are introduced. . For this reason, game arcades must constantly consider popular games and quickly replace hardware such as ROM for games with low profit margins, but in any case, the fundamental problem is that only one game can be accommodated in one chassis. cannot be resolved.

In addition, since game software is sold in cassette format for home video game consoles, you can enjoy multiple games by purchasing a cassette.
Since it was essential to own a cassette, it was impossible to enjoy a favorite game only a few times.

The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned conventional problems,
An object of the present invention is to provide a game information processing device that allows a terminal side to obtain arbitrary plurality of game software with only one device by communicating with a database containing a large number of child-review game software through a digital line. Means for Solving the Problem] In order to achieve this object, the present invention provides a means for transmitting arbitrary game information via a digital line from a database storing computer game information consisting of digital information attached with an identification code. a memory means for storing the transmitted game information; an operation means for selecting the game information specified by specifying the identification code and controlling the progress of the game; A configuration consisting of a central processing means was adopted.

Here, the memory means includes a memory for storing a plurality of game information and a memory for storing a table of contents portion of the plurality of game information, and a means for starting the game by selecting the imaged table of contents is used. .

Furthermore, as a memory that stores a plurality of pieces of game information, when new game information is saved, the game information that has been loaded the least number of times is erased, and means is used to constantly store fresh game information.

Further, the operating means includes an input section for starting the game by selecting a table of contents, and an input section for controlling the game.

Furthermore, ISDN is used as the digital line, and means is used to simultaneously transmit game information in a number corresponding to the number of channels of this 15ON.

] In the present invention, the game information is digitized and attached with an identification code, and the selection of game information is performed by specifying this identification code using the operating means. Further, the transmitted game information is stored in the memory means, and the central processing unit converts the stored game information into an image on a CRT or the like, performs audio processing, and outputs sound effects from a speaker.

The memory means includes a memory for storing a plurality of pieces of game information, and a memory for storing only a table of contents, which is a part of the game information, and the stored table of contents information is displayed on the CRT before the game starts. .

When storing a plurality of pieces of game information, when new game information is input, a function is provided to erase less frequently used game information among the stored game information and store new game information. ing.

The operating means has the function of selecting an arbitrary game from the table of contents displayed on the CRT and starting the game, and the function of an input device for controlling the progress of the game after the game has started.

Furthermore, the I5DN used as a digital line has the function of transmitting multiple pieces of information over a single line, but by transmitting game information with different contents through an ISDN channel, the transmission time can be shortened.

〔Example〕

Hereinafter, one embodiment of the game information processing device of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the drawings. The figure is a block diagram showing an outline of the device of the present invention, and uses ISDN, which is a digital line, as the data transmission method. . In the figure, 1 is l5DN
(lN5 in Japan) A line termination device that is an interface with the subscriber side of the line network, 2 is a communication control unit for controlling ISDN communication, 3 is a central processing unit, and l5DN
It performs functions such as storing game information transmitted by the computer and instructing image and audio processing. This central processing unit 3 can be configured with a single-chip CPU or with two CPUs for executing and inputting game information, but it does not include a main memory for storing execution software. have. Next, 4 is an operation means having an input section for taking out arbitrary game information and a human power section for controlling the game after the game has started, and 5 is a memory means, which is a game software for storing a plurality of game information. It is composed of a memory 6 and a table of contents memory 7 for extracting and storing only the table of contents portion of the stored game information. 8 is an image processing device for processing game images; 9 is a CR for displaying game images;
10 is an audio processing device for processing sound effects, 11 is an amplifier, and 12 is a speaker for audio output.

Here, in Japan, the 15DN currently includes 1N564, which has 2 B channels, and 23 B channels.
Use IN51500 with channels. Also,
The line termination device 1 forms one end of the ISDN network, and is connected to a database that stores a large amount of game information.

Next, regarding the operation of the device of the present invention, first, when the power is turned on, the table of contents of the game information stored in the memory means 5 is displayed on the display device 9 from the table of contents memory 7 via the central processing unit 3 and the image processing device. Displayed as a table of contents screen. When the desired game is displayed here, when you specify the game by moving the cursor or inputting numerical values using the operation means 4, the information is transferred from the game software 6 to the main memory by the central processing unit 3. loaded,
The game begins. After starting the game, the player operates the operating means 4 to control the displayed image on the display means 9 and enjoys the game. This operating means has a function of selecting a game and a function of controlling an image on the display device, but each may be configured separately, or conversely, a single configuration may be configured to perform both functions. It is possible. Further, as the operating means, the same function can be achieved by using a computer keyboard or by using a structure having a plurality of on/off buttons and direction specifying buttons, such as a so-called joystick.

On the other hand, if the desired game is not stored in the memory means, the user searches for the code of the desired game using a table or the like that associates the identification code with the game content, and inputs this code using the operating means 4. If the code is manually input in this way, the communication control unit 2 is controlled by the central processing unit 3.
The device controls the device, connects to the database via a digital line, and loads the desired game information into the device. Since all game information is transmitted digitally, it is not affected by noise.
You can enjoy highly accurate games that are less likely to malfunction. In this case, when loading game information, if the game information corresponding to the number of ISDN channels can be simultaneously transmitted from the database, a large amount of game information can be transmitted in a short time and call charges can be reduced. is also possible.

Additionally, if you run out of storage capacity in the game software memory, you can erase infrequently selected game information when loading game information from the database, so that new game information can be constantly accommodated. This improves equipment utilization. for that,
This device stores the frequency of use of game information, and is configured to delete not only the game software but also the table of contents of the less frequently used game information.

In addition, when using the device of the present invention for business purposes, in addition to turning on the power switch, the device is activated by inserting coins or currency, and input by the input device is interrupted when one game ends. As with conventional game machines, money and the like can be collected individually for each game machine, making it easy to manage the rate of return.

〔Effect of the invention〕

Since the present invention uses a digital line network to transmit game information, there is almost no distortion of information due to noise during transmission.
Not only can users enjoy highly accurate games with fewer malfunctions, but the time required for transmission is short, making it possible to keep line usage fees low.

Also, you can select any game information, so
It is possible to enjoy multiple games with one game machine, and therefore, even in game halls, players do not concentrate on a particular game machine and use the game machines uniformly, which reduces the profit rate of each game machine. Variations can be suppressed.

Furthermore, since a plurality of pieces of game information can be stored in the memory means provided within the apparatus, once the player selects a game, the player can immediately start playing the game without having to wait for transmission.

On the other hand, a configuration in which a table of contents screen can be displayed is convenient because the player can freely select a game.

Furthermore, when new game information is loaded, the game information that is played infrequently is deleted along with the table of contents, so new game software can be constantly accommodated, making it easy to use at game venues. A game information processing device that can accurately respond to the player's requests can be achieved, and the effects are significant.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

The figure is a block diagram showing an embodiment of the game information processing device of the present invention. In addition, in the figure, 1... line termination device, 2... communication control unit,
3... Central processing unit, 4... Operating means, 5... Memory means, 6... Game software memory, 7...
・Table of contents memory. that's all

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. Means for transmitting arbitrary game information via a digital line from a database storing computer game information consisting of digital information attached with an identification code.
and memory means 5 for storing the transmitted game information.
A game information processing system comprising: an operating means 4 that selects the game information specified by specifying the identification code and controls the progress of the game; and a central processing means 3 that processes this game information with images and sounds. Device. 2. Claim 1, wherein the memory means includes a memory 6 for storing a plurality of game information and a memory 7 for storing a table of contents of the plurality of game information, and the game is started by selecting the imaged table of contents. The game information processing device described. 3. The game information processing device according to claim 2, wherein the memory stores a plurality of pieces of game information, and when new game information is saved, the game information that has been loaded the least number of times is erased. 4. The game information processing apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, further comprising an input section for starting the game by selecting a table of contents as the operating means, and an input section for controlling the game. 5. The game information processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein an ISDN is used as the digital line, and game information corresponding to the number of channels of the ISDN is simultaneously transmitted from the database.