JP7735653B2 - Program and information processing device - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a program and an information processing device.

In recent years, competitive network games have emerged in which multiple players compete against each other over a network, and these games have become popular with many players. However, in these games, taunting or provocative behavior that shows a lack of respect for the loser of the game can become a problem. While minor taunting or provocative behavior is often not a problem, excessive taunting or provocative behavior can make other players feel uncomfortable and may even drive them away from the game altogether.
For example, Patent Document 1 describes a technology for dealing with provocative or inflammatory behavior by disabling input operations related to provocation or other unpleasant behavior, or by controlling a virtual camera so that the unpleasant behavior is not displayed.

JP 2011-206483 A

However, many conventional technologies, including the technology described in Patent Document 1 above, are solely designed to prevent players who have engaged in offensive behavior from continuing to engage in such behavior, or to prevent players from seeing such behavior.

The present invention was made in light of this situation, and provides a system that executes predetermined processing in response to specific actions within a game, making it easier for players to enjoy the game.

In order to achieve the above object, a first aspect of the present invention is
Computer,
a state determination means for determining whether a first character satisfies a predetermined condition, and for placing the first character in a restricted state in which a predetermined restriction is imposed if the first character satisfies the condition;
an object generating means for generating an object corresponding to the first character at a position corresponding to the first character when it is determined that the first character satisfies the condition;
an effect activation means for activating a predetermined effect associated with the object when a predetermined action on the first character or the object is accepted by a second character different from the first character while the object is generated;
It is a program that functions as a

Furthermore, in the first aspect, the effect activation means can activate the effect intended to give a positive impression to each of the users operating the first character and the second character.

Furthermore, in the first aspect, the above-mentioned program can further function as a presentation change means that, when the action is accepted from the second character to the first character in the restricted state, changes the presentation of the action before and after the first character enters the restricted state.

Furthermore, in the first aspect, when the action is accepted, the presentation change means can change the presentation of the action before the first character enters the restricted state to the effect or a presentation related to the effect after the first character enters the restricted state.

In the first aspect, the effect activation means varies the content of the activated effect depending on the relationship between the game history of the first character and the game history of the second character.

Furthermore, in a first aspect, the above-mentioned program can further function as a first benefit granting means that, when the action is accepted from the second character to the first character in the restricted state, grants a benefit related to the progress of the game to the user operating the first character.

Furthermore, in the first aspect, the above-mentioned program can further function as a second benefit granting means that, when the action is accepted from the second character to the first character in the restricted state, grants a benefit related to the progress of the game to the user operating the second character.

Furthermore, in the first aspect, the first benefit granting means can vary the benefit to be granted depending on the relationship between the game history of the first character and the game history of the second character.

Furthermore, in the first aspect, the second benefit granting means can vary the benefit to be granted depending on the relationship between the game history of the first character and the game history of the second character.

The second aspect of the present invention is
a state determination means for determining whether a first character satisfies a predetermined condition, and for placing the first character in a restricted state in which a predetermined restriction is imposed if the first character satisfies the condition;
an object generating means for generating an object corresponding to the first character at a position corresponding to the first character when it is determined that the first character satisfies the condition;
an effect activation means for activating a predetermined effect associated with the object when a predetermined action on the first character or the object is accepted by a second character different from the first character while the object is generated;
The information processing device is provided with:

An information processing device according to one aspect of the present invention is also provided as an information processing device compatible with a program according to one aspect of the present invention.

This invention provides a system that executes predetermined processing in response to specific actions within a game, making it easier for players to enjoy the game.

1 is a diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of an information processing system according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an example of a hardware configuration of a server in the information processing system according to one embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a diagram showing an example of the functional configuration of the server of FIG. 2, the player terminal and the opponent terminal of FIG. 1. FIG. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of an image displayed on the player terminal of FIG. 3 in a normal game mode. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of an image displayed on the player terminal of FIG. 3 in a game mode in which a dramatic effect is executed. FIG. 4 is a flowchart illustrating the flow of various processes executed by the server of FIG. 3 in a game mode in which dramatic effects are executed.

[Embodiment]
An information processing system according to one embodiment of the present invention (hereinafter referred to as "this system") will be described with reference to the drawings.

<Summary>
FIG. 1 shows an example of the configuration of this system.
1, the system includes a server 1, a player terminal 2, and opponent terminals 3-1 to 3-n (n is an arbitrary integer value equal to or greater than 1). The server 1, player terminal 2, and opponent terminals 3-1 to 3-n are connected to one another via a predetermined network N such as the Internet.
However, the network N is not an essential component, and for example, NFC (Near Field Communication), Bluetooth (registered trademark), LAN (Local Area Network), etc. may be used.
In the following description, when there is no need to particularly distinguish between the player terminals 3-1 to 3-n, they will be collectively referred to as player terminal 3.

Here, we will briefly explain the content of the game related to this system (hereinafter referred to as "this game"). This game is a network-based competitive game known as an FPS (First Person Shooter) or TPS (Third Person Shooter).
In this game, for example, a large number of players connected via a network share a virtual space, and each player fights using weapons (firearms, etc.), recovery items, etc., aiming to win the game. When a player's HP (hit points), which decreases due to various factors in the game such as being attacked by an enemy, falls below a certain value, the player is no longer allowed to continue playing the game (hereinafter referred to as "incapable of fighting"), and the player is removed from the game.
In the following, when we simply refer to an "image," we mean both a "moving image" and a "still image." Furthermore, when we simply refer to an "audio," we mean not only the voice produced by the human vocal cords, but also music, background music, sound effects, and so on.

Server 1 is managed by an administrator of the system. Server 1 is composed of a general-purpose PC (personal computer), tablet, etc. Server 1 executes various processes related to the present invention while communicating with other hardware, etc. Server 1 also stores and manages information necessary for the progress of the game.

The player terminal 2 is used by a player to whom the system is applicable. The player terminal 2 may be a general-purpose PC (personal computer), home game console, tablet, smartphone, etc. The player terminal 2 executes various processes required for the player to progress through the game.

The opponent terminal 3 is used by other players (hereinafter referred to as "opponents") who compete against the above-mentioned player in the game. The opponent terminal 3 may be a general-purpose PC (personal computer), home game console, tablet, smartphone, etc. The opponent terminal 3 executes various processes required for the opponent to progress through the game.

<Hardware configuration>
FIG. 2 shows the hardware configuration of the server 1 that constitutes this system.

As shown in FIG. 2, the server 1 includes a control unit 11, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 12, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 13, a bus 14, an input/output interface 15, an output unit 16, an input unit 17, a memory unit 18, a communication unit 19, and a drive 20.

The control unit 11 is configured by a microcomputer including a CPU, a GPU, a semiconductor memory, etc. The control unit 11 executes various processes according to a program recorded in a ROM 12 or a program loaded from a storage unit 18 to a RAM 13.
The RAM 13 also stores information necessary for the control unit 11 to execute various processes as needed.

The control unit 11, ROM 12, and RAM 13 are interconnected via a bus 14. The bus 14 is also connected to an input/output interface 15. The input/output interface 15 is connected to an output unit 16, an input unit 17, a memory unit 18, a communication unit 19, and a drive 20.

The output unit 16 is composed of various LCD displays, etc., and outputs various information.

The input unit 17 is composed of various hardware components and inputs various information.

The storage unit 18 is composed of a hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD), and stores various data. For example, the storage unit 18 stores various game programs required for the game to progress, as well as information regarding the progress of the game being played on other hardware (player terminal 2 and opponent terminal 3).

The communication unit 19 controls communication with other hardware, etc. via a network N, including the Internet.

Drives 20 are provided as needed. Removable media 31, such as magnetic disks, optical disks, magneto-optical disks, or semiconductor memory, are appropriately attached to the drives 20. Programs read from the removable media 31 by the drive 20 are installed in the storage unit 18 as needed. The removable media 31 can also store various data stored in the storage unit 18 in the same way as the storage unit 18.

Here, the hardware configuration of the player terminal 2 and the opponent terminal 3 can be basically the same as the hardware configuration of the server 1, so we will omit a basic explanation and only explain the differences, referring to Figure 3 etc.

The output unit 120 of the player terminal 2 and the output unit 220 of the opponent terminal 3, which will be described later in Figure 3, output image data or sound data to a liquid crystal display, speaker, or the like connected to them. The image data or sound data output by the output unit 120 of the player terminal 2 or the output unit 220 of the opponent terminal 3 is output via a display, speaker, or the like in a form that can be recognized by a person as an image or sound.

The input unit 130 of the player terminal 2 and the input unit 230 of the opponent terminal 3, which will be described later with reference to Fig. 3, are configured, for example, with a touch panel, a game controller, etc. The input unit 130 of the player terminal 2 and the input unit 230 of the opponent terminal 3 input various information in response to input operations by the player or opponent.
The cooperation of such various hardware and software enables the execution of various processes in the server 1, player terminal 2, and opponent terminal 3.

Figure 3 shows an example of the functional configuration of the server 1, player terminal 2, and opponent terminal 3.

As shown in FIG. 3, the control unit 11 of the server 1 executes various programs, etc., thereby causing a game information management means 60, an input operation information acquisition means 62, a state determination means 64, an object generation means 66, an effect activation means 68, and a bonus granting means 70 to function.

The game information management means 60 manages various information required for the progress of the game between the player terminal 2 and the opponent terminal 3, and executes various processes. Specifically, for example, the game information management means 60 authenticates account information sent from the player terminal 2 or the opponent terminal 3, and distributes game information etc. in response to download requests for various game information from the player terminal 2 or the opponent terminal 3.

The input operation information acquiring means 62 acquires input operation information and the like transmitted from the player terminal 2 or the opponent terminal 3 via the communication unit 19 .
In the following description, the expression "accept (can be accepted) an attack" means that the input operation information acquired by the input operation information acquisition means 62 includes an instruction to attack a character.

When an attack on a character is accepted by the input operation information acquisition means 62, the state determination means 64 executes game processing for that attack and determines whether the attacked character will enter a restricted state in which a predetermined restriction is imposed as a result of the game processing. A restricted state is, for example, a state in which the character is unable to fight, and the character's HP falls below a certain value as a result of being attacked.

When the state determination means 64 determines that the character being attacked is in a state where it is unable to fight, the object generation means 66 generates a specified game object in the virtual space at a position close to the character that will be unable to fight (for example, a cherry blossom tree in Figure 5).

The effect activation means 68 activates a predetermined dramatic effect when an attack is accepted against a character in an incapable state of fighting or against a game object generated by the object generation means 66 .
That is, when an attack is accepted against a character in an incapacitated state or a game object generated by the object generation means 66, the effect activation means 68 determines the content of the effect to be activated and transmits that information (hereinafter referred to as "effect information") to the player terminal 2 and the opponent terminal 3.

The bonus granting means 70 grants a bonus to each of the player and the opponent when the effect initiation means 68 activates a predetermined dramatic effect.
In other words, when a predetermined effect is activated by the effect activation means 68, the bonus granting means 70 determines the content of the bonus to be granted to each of the player and the opponent, and transmits that information (hereinafter referred to as ``bonus information'') to the player terminal 2 and the opponent terminal 3.
The benefits referred to here include, for example, game media (items) that can be used during the game, HP recovery, recovery of remaining amounts of weapons used (remaining bullets), points that can be exchanged for other game media, etc.

As shown in FIG. 3, the control unit 100 of the player terminal 2 executes various programs, etc., thereby causing a game processing execution means 160, an input operation reception means 162, and an output information management means 164 to function.

The game processing execution means 160 executes various processes related to the game.
Specifically, the game processing execution means 160 reads virtual game space objects, textures, etc. included in the game information from a storage unit (not shown) in accordance with various input operations by the player, etc., and generates two-dimensional or three-dimensional images, sounds, etc. related to the game while executing the game program. In other words, the game processing execution means 160 controls the progress of the game by generating and managing the results of operation instructions by the player.
Furthermore, the game processing execution means 160 acquires information necessary for the progress of the game from the server 1 as appropriate.

The input operation receiving means 162 receives the content of input operations from the player. The input operation receiving means 162 also transmits information related to the received input operations to the server 1 as input operation information.

The output information management means 164 manages various types of output information. Specifically, the output information management means 164, for example, acquires performance effect information transmitted from the server 1 and controls the output of this information to the outside as images, audio, etc.

As shown in FIG. 3, the control unit 200 of the opponent terminal 3 executes various programs, causing the game processing execution means 260, input operation reception means 262, and output information management means 264 to function. However, since each functional component of the opponent terminal 3 can be the same as each functional component of the player terminal 2, a description thereof will be omitted here.

Next, we will explain the normal mode, which is one of the game modes of this game, with reference to Figure 4. That is, Figure 4 shows an example of an image displayed on the player terminal of Figure 3 in the normal mode of this game.

The example of Fig. 4A shows an example of a game image displayed on the player terminal 2 during a battle between character T1, a character operated by a player, and character T2, a character operated by an opponent. In the example of Fig. 4A, character T1 and character T2 are fighting other characters in a virtual space, each aiming to win the game. Here, the example of Fig. 4A shows a state in which character T2 fires a gun from behind character T1, and the bullet hits the back of character T1's head.
In contrast, in the example of FIG. 4B , as a result of the game processing, the HP of character T1 has decreased, and a game image is displayed after character T1 has become unable to battle. In normal mode, character T1 that has become unable to battle is placed in a state where certain restrictions are imposed. Specifically, in the unable to battle state, character T1 is unable to move, and is prohibited from participating in the game thereafter. Note that, in the unable to battle state, character T1 may be released from the unable to battle state if a certain amount of time has passed or if another character performs a recovery action, etc.
4B, the character T1 is displayed in the game image as being unable to move (falling down). Note that when the character T1 (player) is unable to fight, the character T1 may leave the game space after a certain period of time has elapsed, or may be able to watch the progress of the game in the game space until the game ends.
However, in such game situations, so-called provocative or instigating behavior (hereinafter collectively referred to as "unrecommended behavior") by a player or opponent can become problematic. Typical examples include continuously attacking a character who is unable to fight, or repeatedly engaging in meaningless (provocative) behavior such as wandering around near a fallen character. While such unrecommended behavior and similar actions may be permitted to a certain extent in some games, as mentioned above, they often leave an unpleasant impression on the player of the character who is unable to fight and on spectators watching the game.

Based on this premise, we will now explain, with reference to Figure 5, the game mode that executes game processing related to the special effects unique to this game (hereinafter referred to as the "special effects mode"). That is, Figure 5 shows an example of an image that is displayed on the player terminal of Figure 3 in the special effects mode of this game.

In the example of Figure 5 (A), similar to the example of Figure 4 (A), a game image is displayed showing characters T1 and T2 in combat, with a bullet fired from behind by character T2 hitting the back of character T1's head.
In contrast, the example in Fig. 5B shows an example of a game image displayed as a result of the game processing. Specifically, in the example in Fig. 5B, not only is the character T1 who is unable to fight displayed in a fallen state, but also a withered cherry tree object is displayed right next to the character T1.
Then, as shown in FIG. 5C, when character T2 attacks (fires a bullet) again at character T1 who is unable to fight or the withered cherry tree object, a dramatic effect is activated in which the cherry tree changes into a full-bloom state.

For example, a cherry blossom tree object may appear when character T1 becomes unable to fight and change to a full bloom state based on the action of character T2, or may appear as a result of an initial action by character T2 against character T1 who is unable to fight and change to a full bloom state based on a subsequent further action by character T2. Furthermore, a cherry blossom tree object may appear when character T1 becomes unable to fight and change to a full bloom state based on the action of character T2, and cherry blossom petals may be scattered based on the action of character T2 or another character controlled by a player.
Furthermore, the player who performed the action that puts the character T1 in a combat-disabled state or that causes an object to appear may be different from the player who performs the subsequent action. Furthermore, different visual effects may be generated depending on the player who performed the subsequent action. This can motivate multiple players to perform actions that praise a specific player.
Furthermore, spectators watching the game space may be able to give actions to the character T1 or the object, thereby creating dramatic effects, which may motivate players and spectators to work together to perform actions that praise a specific player.

Furthermore, the server 1 (e.g., the bonus awarding means 70) may award a bonus to at least one of the player and the opponent, in addition to or instead of such a dramatic effect. The bonus may be determined based on a history of actions taken by other players on the character T1 or the object, which is stored. The history may be, for example, points, which are accumulated based on the actions of other players or spectators, and the bonus may be determined based on the accumulated points. An upper limit may be set on the points accumulated based on the actions of a particular player or spectator, so that the more players or spectators participate in that action, the more preferential the bonus may be. Furthermore, the bonus may be awarded only to the player or spectator who participated in the action, or the bonus may be determined based on the contribution of that player or spectator to the total point accumulation amount.

Next, we will explain the flow of various processes executed by the server 1 in the dramatic effect mode of this game, with reference to Figure 6. Figure 6 shows an example of the flow of various processes executed by the server shown in Figure 3 in the dramatic effect mode of this game.

In step S1, the input operation information acquisition means 62 accepts an attack on the character based on the acquired input operation information. Note that while the input operation information acquisition means 62 is not accepting an attack on the character, the process repeats step S1.

In step S2, when the input operation information acquisition means 62 receives an attack on a character, the state determination means 64 executes game processing for the attack and determines whether or not the attacked character will be rendered unable to fight as a result of the game processing.
If the character is not rendered unable to fight, step S2 is judged as NO and the process returns to step S1.
On the other hand, if the character is unable to fight, step S2 is judged as YES and the process proceeds directly to step S3.

In step S3, if the state determination means 64 determines that the target character will be unable to fight, the object generation means 66 generates a specified game object in the virtual space in a position close to the character that will be unable to fight.

In step S4, the input operation information acquisition means 62 accepts an attack on a character in a state where combat is impossible or a game object generated by the object generation means 66 based on the acquired input operation information. Note that while the input operation information acquisition means 62 is not accepting an attack on a character in a state where combat is impossible or a game object generated by the object generation means 66, the process repeats step S4.

In step S5, the effect initiation means 68 initiates a predetermined dramatic effect when an attack is accepted against a character in an incapable state or a game object generated by the object generation means 66.
That is, in step S5, when an attack is accepted against a character in an incapacitated state or a game object generated by the object generation means 66, the effect activation means 68 determines the content of the effect to be activated and transmits the effect information to the player terminal 2 and the opponent terminal 3.

In step S6, when the effect initiation means 68 activates a predetermined effect, the benefit awarding means 70 awards a benefit to each of the player and the opponent.
That is, in step S6, when a predetermined effect is activated by the effect activation means 68, the bonus granting means 70 determines the content of the bonus to be granted to each of the player and the opponent, and transmits the bonus information to the player terminal 2 and the opponent terminal 3. This completes the various processes executed by the server 1 in the effect activation mode.

The above describes one embodiment of the present invention, but the present invention is not limited to the above embodiment, and includes modifications and improvements within the scope of achieving the objectives of the present invention.

<Other embodiments>

Here, the purpose of the production effect mode of this game will be explained.
In essence, becoming unable to fight (losing) during a game is a disappointing event for the player. In this regard, one of the purposes of the visual effect mode of this game is to give the player a positive impression by activating a positive visual effect that praises the player's play up to that point, rather than a negative visual effect when the player is unable to fight (losing). In other words, one of the purposes of the visual effects of this game is to give a positive impression to the player or opponent of the game.
The purpose of this is not simply to give players a positive impression when they see a spectacular effect. One of the purposes of the effect mode of this game is to clearly define the above-mentioned unrecommended acts as mutual praise for both the player who committed the act and the player who committed the act. In fact, many players who commit the above-mentioned unrecommended acts are often doing so out of the joy of their own victory, rather than with any clear malice toward the player who lost. The effect mode of this game aims to create a worldview in which both the player who committed the act and the player who was committed can accept such acts without feeling any malice.
Furthermore, as described above, the game's special effects mode employs a feature that grants in-game rewards to both the player who performs the aforementioned unrecommended behavior and the player who is subjected to it. By combining these features, it is expected that various behaviors that were previously considered unrecommended will gradually be recognized as recommended behaviors within the game. As a result, even if the aforementioned unrecommended behaviors are performed, it is believed that it will be possible to avoid situations in which the player who is subjected to the behavior feels bad and quits the game. The game's special effects mode is also expected to achieve this effect.
However, the purposes and various specifications of these effect modes are examples, and it is up to the administrator of this system to decide not to adopt some of these purposes or various specifications, or to combine them with other specifications, etc.

In the above embodiment, the trigger for activating the dramatic effect is described as an attack on a character or object that is unable to fight, but this is not limited to this. For example, the trigger for activating the dramatic effect may be another undesirable action, such as repeating a meaningless action.
Furthermore, the undesirable behavior that triggers the dramatic effect may include, for example, behavior that is considered disrespectful to the opponent according to social norms, various types of harassment, and behavior that should be avoided for religious reasons.

Furthermore, although not explained in the above embodiment, the content of the dramatic effect does not necessarily have to be a visual effect, but may be, for example, various other effects such as vibration or sound.

Furthermore, in the above-described embodiment, the generated object is a cherry tree, and the effect is to change the cherry tree into a fully bloomed state, but these objects and various effects are merely examples and are not limiting.
For example, the generated objects may be various kinds of trees such as maples, plum trees, white magnolias, etc., or may be objects other than trees.

Furthermore, although not explained in the above embodiment, the server 1 (e.g., the effect activation means 68) may change the presentation of the attack action before and after the character becomes unable to fight.

Also, although not explained in the above embodiment, the server 1 (e.g., the effect activation means 68) may change the presentation of the attack action to an effect or a presentation related to the effect after the character becomes unable to fight.
For example, after a character becomes unable to fight, the server 1 may change the presentation of the attack action so that flower petals are shot from a gun. In other words, the server 1 may change the presentation of the attack action to the presentation effect itself.
For example, the server 1 may change the presentation of the attacking action so that a liquid (beer, etc.) is shot from a gun after the character is unable to fight. That is, the server 1 may change the presentation of the attacking action to a presentation effect that is related to and associated with the effect. For example, the cherry blossom tree object in the above-described embodiment can easily be associated with cherry blossom viewing, drinking parties, etc., and as part of such images, a presentation of beer, etc. being shot from a gun can also be imagined.
In this case, for example, the server 1 may store in advance in the storage unit 18 or the like information that associates changes in attack actions with presentation effects for each type of object.

In the above embodiment, the trigger for generating an object or activating a dramatic effect is described as the character being unable to fight, but this is not limited thereto. The character being unable to fight is an example of various triggers.
For example, the server 1 may generate an object or activate a dramatic effect when a character is simply restricted in its movement or when a specific action such as a skill is restricted.

Furthermore, in the above-described embodiment, the server 1 (e.g., the effect activation means 68) may vary the content of the activated visual effect depending on each character's game history (e.g., whether the character is an enemy that made an attack or another friendly character, etc.).

Also, although not explained in the above embodiment, the server 1 (e.g., the bonus awarding means 70) may award a bonus to only either the player or the opponent, or may not award a bonus to both.
Furthermore, the server 1 may grant different benefits or accumulated points to the player or opponent depending on the game history of each character (for example, whether they are an enemy character that made an attack or another friendly character, etc.).

Furthermore, although not described in the above embodiment, the game related to this system may be executed by various hardware (e.g., server 1), such as a home game console such as PlayStation (registered trademark), a portable game console such as Nintendo Switch (registered trademark), various game consoles designed for commercial use, or electronic devices such as a personal computer, smartphone, or tablet.

Furthermore, although not explained in the above embodiment, the content of the game related to this system is not limited. This system may be applied to any type of game, such as RPGs (Role Playing Games), action games, simulation games, sports games, card games, battle royales (symmetrical and asymmetrical), MOBAs (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena), music games, fighting games, quiz games, etc.

The above-described series of processes can be executed by hardware or software.
In other words, the functional configurations in FIG. 3 and the like are merely examples and are not particularly limited.
That is, it is sufficient that the information processing system is provided with a function that can execute the above-described series of processes as a whole, and the type of functional block used to realize this function is not limited to the example in Fig. 3 etc. Furthermore, the location of the functional block is not limited to the example in Fig. 3 etc. and may be arbitrary.
Furthermore, one functional block may be configured by hardware alone, by software alone, or by a combination of these.

Furthermore, the number and users of the various hardware components that make up this system are optional, and it may also be configured to include other hardware, etc.

Furthermore, when a series of processes is performed by software, the programs that make up that software are installed onto a computer or other device from a network or recording medium.

The computer may also be a computer that is built into dedicated hardware, or a computer that can execute various functions by installing various programs.
That is, for example, the various hardware in the above-described embodiments may be freely adopted any computer, any mobile terminal such as a smartphone, any game console, etc. Furthermore, any combination of types and contents of various input units and various output units may be adopted.

Furthermore, the recording medium containing such a program may consist not only of removable media (not shown) provided separately from the device main body in order to provide the program to the player, but also of a recording medium provided to the player in a state where it is pre-installed in the device main body.

In this specification, the steps of writing a program to be recorded on a recording medium may be executed in chronological order, or may be executed in parallel or individually. Also, some of the steps described in the above embodiments may be omitted.

In addition, in this specification, the term "system" refers to an overall device consisting of multiple devices, multiple means, etc.

Even when these other embodiments are adopted, the effects of this embodiment will be achieved. It is also possible to combine this embodiment with other embodiments, and other embodiments with each other, as appropriate.

To sum up, the information processing system to which the present invention is applied can take various forms having the following configurations.
That is, the program to which the present invention is applied is
Computer,
a state determination means (e.g., state determination means 64) that determines whether a first character satisfies a predetermined condition, and, if the first character satisfies the condition, puts the first character into a restricted state in which a predetermined restriction is imposed;
an object generating means (e.g., object generating means 66) that generates an object corresponding to the first character at a position corresponding to the first character when it is determined that the first character satisfies the condition;
an effect invoking means (e.g., effect invoking means 68) that, when a predetermined action on the first character or the object is accepted by a second character different from the first character in a state in which the object has been generated, invokes a predetermined effect associated with the object;
Any program that functions as such is sufficient.

<Effects>
This allows the player to enjoy the game more without feeling uncomfortable due to the actions of the opponent.

REFERENCE SIGNS LIST 1 Server 11 Control unit 60 Game information management means 62 Input operation information acquisition means 64 State determination means 66 Object generation means 68 Effect activation means 70 Benefit granting means 2 Player terminal 100 Control unit 160 Game processing execution means 162 Input operation acceptance means 164 Output information management means 3-1 to 3-n Opponent terminal 200 Control unit 260 Game processing execution means 262 Input operation acceptance means 264 Output information management means

Claims (9)

Computer,
a state determination means for determining whether a first character operated by a user satisfies a predetermined condition, and determining, if the first character satisfies the condition, that the first character is in a restricted state in which participation in battles in the game is restricted;
an object generating means for generating a second object on a plant different from the first character at a position close to the first character when the state determining means determines that the first character is in the restricted state;
a performance determination means for determining the content of a performance effect to be activated when an attack action by a second character operated by another user is accepted against the first character or the second object in the restricted state;
It functions as
the effect determination means determines the content of the effect to be produced by changing the form of the second object.
program. the object generating means generates the second object hanging on a tree different from that of the first character;
The program according to claim 1. the effect determination means changes the content of the effect to be activated depending on whether the second character that performed the attack action is an enemy character or an ally character.
The program according to claim 1. and further functioning as a first benefit granting means that, when the attack action against the first character or the second object in the restricted state is accepted, grants a benefit related to progress of the game to a user operating the first character.
The program according to claim 1. and further functioning as second benefit granting means for granting a benefit related to progress of the game to a user operating the second character when the attack action against the first character or the second object in the restricted state is accepted.
The program according to claim 1. the first benefit granting means grants a different benefit depending on whether the second character that performed the attacking action is an enemy character or an ally character .
The program according to claim 4 . the second benefit granting means grants a different benefit depending on whether the second character that performed the attacking action is an enemy character or an ally character .
The program according to claim 5 . 1. A computer-implemented information processing method, comprising:
a state determination step of determining whether or not a first character operated by a user satisfies a predetermined condition, and if the first character satisfies the condition, determining that the first character is in a restricted state in which participation in battles in the game is restricted;
an object generating step of generating a second object on a plant different from the first character at a position close to the first character when it is determined that the first character is in the restricted state by the state determining step;
a performance determination step of determining the content of a performance effect to be activated when an attack action by a second character operated by another user against the first character or the second object in the restricted state is accepted;
Including,
the effect determination step determines the content of the effect that changes the form of the second object.
Information processing methods. a state determination means for determining whether a first character operated by a user satisfies a predetermined condition, and determining, if the first character satisfies the condition, that the first character is in a restricted state in which participation in battles in the game is restricted;
an object generating means for generating a second object, which is attached to a plant different from the first character, at a position close to the first character when the state determining means determines that the first character is in the restricted state;
a performance determination means for determining the content of a performance effect to be activated when an attack action by a second character operated by another user is accepted against the first character or the second object in the restricted state;
Equipped with
the effect determination means determines the content of the effect to be produced by changing the form of the second object.
Information processing device.