JP7844379B2 - Program, information processing device, and information processing system - Google Patents

Description

This invention relates to a program, an information processing device, and an information processing system.

Traditionally, when playing games, a technique has been known to allow users to set the game difficulty level to match their skill level before starting the game.

Specifically, before starting the game, a game is played to assess the user's abilities in the game. Based on the results of this game, techniques are known for determining the user's abilities and setting the game level accordingly (for example, Patent Document 1).

Furthermore, the system stores game data and corresponding conditions for each game level in advance. Then, it retrieves the conditions that match each game data, and based on these conditions, the game level is determined. A technique for selecting game levels simply and appropriately in this way is known (for example, Patent Document 2).

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 5-135231 Patent No. 4150577

However, the above technologies cannot enhance user engagement in virtual spaces.

The present invention aims to enhance user engagement in virtual spaces.

To solve the aforementioned problem, the present invention provides a program that
Computers,
A first generation means for generating a first virtual space,
A second generation means for generating a second virtual space in which at least one part of a map or an object is common to the first virtual space,
A first control means that controls a first avatar belonging to the first virtual space to enable a first action,
A second control means that controls the second avatar belonging to the second virtual space to enable it to perform a second action,
A determination means for determining the affiliation of avatars including the first avatar and the second avatar,
An event generation means for generating an event that changes the affiliation of the first avatar from the first virtual space to the second virtual space, or changes the affiliation of the second avatar from the second virtual space to the first virtual space,
Based on the results of the aforementioned event, or actions taken in response to the aforementioned event, the system functions as a means to change the affiliation of the second avatar to the first virtual space, or to change the affiliation of the first avatar to the second virtual space.

According to this invention, it is possible to improve user engagement in a virtual space.

This diagram shows an overview of the system according to this embodiment. This is a hardware configuration diagram for the server. This is a hardware configuration diagram of an HMD set, which is an example of a user terminal. This is a hardware configuration diagram of a tablet device, another example of a user terminal. This is a diagram that conceptually represents one aspect of a virtual space. This diagram shows a YZ cross-section of the field of view in a virtual space, viewed from the X direction. This diagram shows an XZ cross-section of the field of view in a virtual space, viewed from the Y direction. This figure shows an example of the creation of a virtual space. This figure shows examples of actions in a virtual space. This figure shows examples of the creation of the first virtual space and the second virtual space. This diagram shows examples of maps and objects. This figure shows an example of an evaluation interface using lists. This figure shows an example of an interface for evaluating an avatar in an approaching state. This figure shows an example of the creation of a third virtual space. This figure shows an example of the overall process. This diagram shows the sequence of events that enables the overall processing. This figure shows an example of a functional configuration. This figure shows an example configuration using an auxiliary device. This figure shows an example of the second embodiment before the change of affiliation. This figure shows an example of a modification made by specification in the second embodiment. This figure shows an example of the overall processing in the second embodiment. This figure shows the sequence for realizing the overall processing in the second embodiment. This figure shows an example of the functional configuration in the second embodiment. This figure shows an example of an event occurring in the third embodiment. This figure shows an example of the overall processing in the third embodiment. This figure shows the sequence for realizing the overall processing in the third embodiment. This figure shows an example of the functional configuration in the third embodiment.

The embodiments will be described below with reference to the drawings.

[First Embodiment]

[Overview of System 1]
Figure 1 is a diagram illustrating an overview of System 1 according to this embodiment. For example, as shown in Figure 1, System 1 mainly comprises user terminals 20A, 20B, and 20C (hereinafter, these may be collectively referred to as "user terminals 20") and a server 10.

Hereafter, the person operating server 10 will be referred to as "Administrator 3." Furthermore, the individuals operating user terminals 20A, 20B, and 20C will be referred to as "Users 4A, 4B, and 4C" (hereinafter, these may be collectively referred to as "User 4").

Administrator 3 is responsible for operating the information processing service provided by System 1. User 4, on the other hand, is a user of the information processing service provided by System 1. Furthermore, Administrator 3 and User 4 differ in which information processing device they operate: Server 10 (an example of a management device) or User Terminal 20.

Note that the example shown in Figure 1 has three user terminals 20 and one server 10, but the number of servers 10, the number of user terminals 20, the number of administrators 3, and the number of users 4 are not specified.

Server 10 and user terminal 20 are connected to each other via communication network 2. For example, communication network 2 may be the Internet, a mobile communication system (e.g., a public network using 4G (4th Generation) or 5G (5th Generation)), a wireless network such as Wi-Fi (registered trademark), or a combination thereof.

System 1 is a system that allows users 4, who operate multiple user terminals 20A to 20C, to experience a common virtual space provided by server 10. More specifically, user terminal 20 places a user character associated with the user (hereinafter sometimes referred to as "avatar") in the virtual space and displays an image of the virtual space viewed from a pre-set viewpoint on user terminal 20.

Furthermore, the user terminal 20 captures images of the avatar in the virtual space from a pre-set viewpoint to generate a video from that viewpoint. The user terminal 20 then edits the generated video from the viewpoint to create a viewing video, and uploads this viewing video to the server 10. Finally, the user terminal 20 downloads the viewing video from the server 10 and allows the user to view it.

Hereafter, the user terminal 20 used to operate the avatar will be referred to as the "play terminal," the user terminal 20 used to edit the set viewpoint video will be referred to as the "editing terminal," and the user terminal 20 used to view the video will be referred to as the "viewing terminal."

The play terminal, editing terminal, and viewing terminal may be the same device or different devices. For example, an HMD (Head-Mounted Display) set is suitable as the play terminal, a laptop computer or desktop computer is suitable as the editing terminal, and a tablet device or smartphone is suitable as the viewing terminal. However, the specific form of each terminal is not limited to the examples given above.

[Server 10 Configuration]
Figure 2 is a hardware configuration diagram of server 10. Server 10 is a general-purpose computer such as a workstation or a personal computer.

Server 10 primarily comprises a processor 11, memory 12, storage 13, input/output interface 14, and communication interface 15. Each component of server 10 is connected to the communication bus 19.

The processor 11 performs processing and control by executing a series of instructions contained in the server program 13P stored in the memory 12 or storage 13.

The processor 11 is, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), MPU (Micro Processor Unit), FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array), ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), or a combination thereof, an arithmetic unit and control unit.

Memory 12 is the main memory that stores the server program 13P and data. For example, the server program 13P is loaded from storage 13. The data includes data input to the server 10 and data generated by the processor 11. For example, memory 12 is RAM (Random Access Memory) or other volatile memory.

Storage 13 is an auxiliary storage device that stores the server program 13P and data. Storage 13 is, for example, ROM (Read-Only Memory), a hard disk drive, flash memory, or other non-volatile storage device. Storage 13 may also be a removable storage device, such as a memory card. Furthermore, as another example, storage 13 may be an external storage device. With this configuration, for example, in a scenario where multiple user terminals 20 are used, such as in an amusement facility, it becomes possible to perform updates to the server program 13P or data in a batch.

The input/output interface 14 is an interface for connecting external devices such as a monitor, input devices (e.g., a keyboard or pointing device), external storage devices, speakers, cameras, microphones, and sensors to the server 10.

Furthermore, the processor 11 communicates with external devices through the input/output interface 14. The input/output interface 14 includes, for example, USB (Universal Serial Bus), DVI (Digital Visual Interface), HDMI® (High-Definition Multimedia Interface), wireless, and other terminals.

The communication interface 15 communicates with other devices connected to the communication network 2 (for example, a user terminal 20). For example, the communication interface 15 is a wired communication interface such as LAN (Local Area Network), a wireless communication interface such as Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity), Bluetooth®, or NFC (Near Field Communication).

[Configuration of User Terminal 20]
Figure 3 is a hardware configuration diagram of an HMD set, which is an example of a user terminal 20.

Figure 4 shows a hardware configuration diagram of a tablet terminal, another example of a user terminal 20.

Specifically, the user terminal 20 includes the HMD set shown in Figure 3, the tablet terminal shown in Figure 4, as well as smartphones, feature phones, laptop computers, or desktop computers.

As shown in Figure 3, the user terminal 20, which is an HMD set, includes a computer 26 having a processor 21, memory 22, storage 23, input/output interface 24, and communication interface 25. Each component of the computer 26 is connected to a communication bus 29.

The basic configuration of the processor 21, memory 22, storage 23, input/output interface 24, communication interface 25, and communication bus 29 is common to, for example, the processor 11, memory 12, storage 13, input/output interface 14, communication interface 15, and communication bus 19. Furthermore, storage 23 holds the terminal program 23P.

Furthermore, the user terminal 20, which is an HMD set, is configured to connect the HMD 30, motion sensor 41, and operating device 42 to the computer 26. For example, the HMD 30, motion sensor 41, and operating device 42 are connected to the processor 21 via the input/output interface 24.

The HMD30 is worn on the user's head and provides the user with a virtual space. More specifically, the HMD30 may include a so-called head-mounted display equipped with a monitor, or a smartphone or other terminal with a monitor.

The HMD 30 primarily comprises a monitor 31 (display device), a gaze sensor 32, cameras 33 and 34, a microphone 35, and a speaker 36.

For example, monitor 31 is an opaque display device. Specifically, monitor 31 is positioned in front of both of the user's eyes. The opaque monitor 31 could be, for example, a liquid crystal monitor, an organic EL (Electroluminescence) monitor, or the like.

As another example, monitor 31 is a transparent display device. A transparent display is an open type, like eyeglasses, rather than a closed type that covers the user's eyes.

The monitor 31 may include a configuration that simultaneously displays a portion of the image constituting the virtual space and the real space. For example, a transparent monitor 31 may display an image of the real space captured by a camera mounted on the HMD 30.

Furthermore, the transparent monitor 31 may be configured to allow adjustment of its transmittance. The transparent monitor 31 may also have a higher transmittance in a portion of its display area to allow direct viewing of the real world.

Furthermore, the monitor 31 may have the following configuration to allow the user to view the three-dimensional image. For example, the monitor 31 may include a sub-monitor that displays the image for the right eye and a sub-monitor that displays the image for the left eye.

As another example, the monitor 31 may be configured to display the image for the right eye and the image for the left eye as a single unit. In this configuration, the monitor 31 operates a high-speed shutter. The high-speed shutter operates to alternately display the image for the right eye and the image for the left eye so that the image is perceived by only one eye at a time.

The gaze sensor 32 detects the direction of the user's (user 4) gaze from both the right and left eyes. In other words, the gaze sensor 32 detects the user's line of sight.

The gaze sensor 32 is implemented, for example, by a sensor with eye-tracking functionality. Preferably, the gaze sensor 32 includes a sensor for the right eye and a sensor for the left eye. The gaze sensor 32 detects the rotation angle of each eyeball by irradiating the user's right and left eyes with infrared light and receiving the reflected light from the cornea and iris. Based on the detected rotation angles, the gaze sensor 32 identifies the user's line of sight.

Camera 33 captures images of the upper part of the user's face (more specifically, the user's eyes, eyebrows, etc.) while the HMD 30 is being worn.

Camera 34 captures images of the lower part of the user's face (more specifically, the user's nose or mouth, etc.) while they are wearing the HMD 30.

For example, in the HMD 30 housing, camera 33 is mounted on the side facing the user, and camera 34 is mounted on the side opposite the user. Alternatively, the HMD 30 may be equipped with a single camera that captures the user's entire face instead of the two cameras 33 and 34.

The microphone 35 converts the user's speech into an audio signal (electrical signal) and outputs it to the computer 26. The speaker 36 converts the audio signal output from the computer 26 back into sound and outputs it to the user. The HMD 30 may have earphones instead of the speaker 36.

The motion sensor 41 has a position tracking function to detect the movement of the HMD 30. For example, the motion sensor 41 may read multiple infrared rays emitted by the HMD 30 to detect the position and tilt of the HMD 30 in real space.

As another example, the motion sensor 41 may be a camera. Specifically, the motion sensor 41 analyzes the image output from the camera to detect the position and tilt of the HMD 30. The motion sensor 41 may also be an angular velocity sensor, a geomagnetic sensor, or an accelerometer.

The operating device 42 connects to the computer 26 via wired or wireless connection. The operating device 42 then receives operations from the user 4 to the computer 26.

For example, the operating device 42 may be a so-called controller that is operated while being held by the user 4. The operating device 42 may be configured to be attachable to the user's body or part of their clothing, and may detect the user 4's movements using a motion sensor.

However, the operating device 42 is not limited to these, and may also be other input devices such as a keyboard, pointing device, or touch panel.

As shown in Figure 4, the user terminal 20, which is a tablet device, mainly comprises a processor 21, memory 22, storage 23, a communication interface 25, a monitor 31, cameras 33 and 34, a microphone 35, a speaker 36, a motion sensor 41, and an operating device 42. Each component of the tablet device is connected to the communication bus 29.

The basic configuration of the processor 21, memory 22, storage 23, communication interface 25, monitor 31, cameras 33 and 34, microphone 35, speaker 36, motion sensor 41, and operating device 42 is the same as that of the HMD set (i.e., the configuration described in Figure 3). Therefore, redundant explanations will be omitted below, and the configuration specific to the tablet terminal will be described.

The monitor 31 is mounted on the surface of the flat housing.

Camera 33 is a so-called in-camera, mounted on the surface of a flat casing to capture images of the user's face as they view the monitor 31.

Camera 34 is mounted on the back of the flat housing (the side opposite the monitor 31) and is a so-called rear camera that captures images of the surroundings.

The motion sensor 41 detects the movement of the housing (for example, rotation around three mutually orthogonal axes).

A suitable operating device 42 for a tablet terminal is, for example, a touch panel superimposed on the monitor 31 that accepts various touch operations from the user (e.g., tap, slide, flick, pinch-in, or pinch-out).

[Overview of Virtual Space 90]
Figure 5 is a diagram that conceptually represents one aspect of the virtual space 90.

Figure 6 shows a YZ cross-section of the field of view 94 in the virtual space 90, viewed from the X direction.

Figure 7 shows an XZ cross-section of the field of view 94 in the virtual space 90, viewed from the Y direction.

As shown in Figure 5, the virtual space 90 is a full-sphere structure that covers the entire 360-degree direction from the center C. For the sake of simplicity, the following explanation will focus on the upper half of the celestial sphere of the virtual space 90.

In virtual space 90, each mesh is defined. For example, the position of each mesh is predetermined as a coordinate value in the XYZ coordinate system, which is the global coordinate system defined in virtual space 90.

Each partial image constituting the panoramic image 91 (which can be in the form of a still image or video, etc.) that can be displayed in the virtual space 90 is associated with the corresponding mesh in the virtual space 90.

For example, in virtual space 90, an XYZ coordinate system is defined with the center C as the origin. The XYZ coordinate system is, for example, parallel to the real-world coordinate system. Hereinafter, the horizontal, vertical (up/down), and front/back directions in the XYZ coordinate system will be defined as the X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis, respectively. Therefore, in the XYZ coordinate system, the X-axis (horizontal direction) is parallel to the x-axis of the real-world coordinate system. Furthermore, in the XYZ coordinate system, the Y-axis (vertical direction) is parallel to the y-axis of the real-world coordinate system. Additionally, in the XYZ coordinate system, the Z-axis (front/back direction) is parallel to the z-axis of the real-world coordinate system.

A virtual camera 92, associated with the user terminal 20, is placed in the virtual space 90. The position of the virtual camera 92 within the virtual space 90 corresponds to the user's viewpoint within the virtual space 90.

Furthermore, the orientation of the virtual camera 92 corresponds to the user's line of sight in the virtual space 90 (shown as the reference line of sight 93 in Figure 5). The processor 21 then defines the field of view 94 in the virtual space 90 (i.e., the field of view of the virtual camera 92) based on the position and orientation of the virtual camera 92.

As shown in Figure 6, the field of view region 94 includes a portion of region 95 in the YZ cross-section. Furthermore, region 95 is the range of the polar angle α centered on the reference line of sight 93 in the vertical cross-section (i.e., the YZ cross-section) containing the reference line of sight 93 within the virtual space 90.

As shown in Figure 7, the field of view region 94 includes a portion of region 96 in the XZ cross-section. Region 96 is the range of the azimuth angle β centered on the reference line of sight 93 in the horizontal cross-section (i.e., the XZ cross-section) that includes the reference line of sight 93 within the virtual space 90.

The processor 21 generates (extracts) a portion of the panoramic image 91, which is displayed in the virtual space 90, that falls within the field of view 94, as a virtual space image 97 captured by the virtual camera 92. The processor 21 then displays the generated virtual space image 97 on the monitor 31.

In other words, the field of view 94 corresponds to the user's field of view within the virtual space 90. Furthermore, within the virtual space 90, the field of view 94 moves in accordance with changes in the position and orientation of the virtual camera 92, and the virtual space image 97 displayed on the monitor 31 is updated. That is, the user 4's field of view moves.

For example, the processor 21 moves the virtual camera 92 within the virtual space 90 in conjunction with the user 4's operation received by the operating device 42. Furthermore, the processor 21 changes the orientation of the virtual camera 92 (i.e., the reference line of sight 93) in conjunction with the movement of the user terminal 20 detected by the motion sensor 41 (for example, rotation around three mutually orthogonal axes). Finally, the processor 21 displays the virtual space image 97 captured by the virtual camera 92 after its position and orientation have changed on the monitor 31.

As described above, once the conditions such as the camera coordinate system are determined in the world coordinate system, the field of view 94 is determined. An image displaying this determined field of view 94 is then output to user 4.

Furthermore, the image of the virtual space output to user 4 may be determined by processes other than those described above.

[Example of generating virtual space 90]
Figure 8 shows an example of virtual space generation. The following explanation will use an example of recreating a specific existing city in three dimensions using computer graphics.

Figure 8(A) is a diagram illustrating an example of viewpoint setting in a format similar to Figures 5 to 7. For example, the user terminal 20 uses the user's avatar position 50 as the origin and displays the field of view 94 in three dimensions using computer graphics.

Figure 8(B) shows an example of a virtual space display. For example, the field of view 94, as set in Figure 8(A), displays the virtual space image 97 corresponding to the field of view 94 to the user 4.

Furthermore, assume that there are six other avatars, 52A, 51B, 52B, 51C, 52C, and 52D, near the user's own avatar position 50. Of these other avatars 52A, 51B, 52B, 51C, 52C, and 52D, the positions of three avatars, 52A, 51B, and 52B, are within the field of view 94. On the other hand, of these other avatars 52A, 51B, 52B, 51C, 52C, and 52D, the positions of three avatars, 51C, 52C, and 52D, are outside the field of view 94.

As shown in Figure 8(B), the three avatars 52A, 51B, and 52B, who are within the field of view 94, are displayed in the virtual space image 97 along with the city. When the user 4 of the other avatars 52A, 51B, and 52B performs an action, the virtual space image 97 reflects and displays the action based on that action.

Figure 9 shows an example of actions in a virtual space. For example, user 4 can operate their avatar 54 to shop in a store in the virtual space. Specifically, in the virtual space, the user's avatar 54 can move around inside the store and view products, as shown in Figure 9.

Furthermore, by using the user's avatar 54 to speak to the store clerk avatar 55, user 4 can communicate through the user's avatar 54. Specifically, through this communication, user 4 can receive product explanations, complete purchase procedures, or negotiate prices.

Furthermore, actions performed using avatars in virtual space are not limited to the examples mentioned above. For example, actions may include moving to locations other than stores, participating in events, changing the avatar's appearance (e.g., clothing, body shape, color, or accessories), the avatar's voice (e.g., a voice), or altering motions performed automatically under specific conditions.

Thus, the actions can include any movement of the avatar or communication in the virtual space in response to input operations by User 4.

[Example of generating multiple virtual spaces 90]
Figure 10 shows an example of the creation of a first virtual space and a second virtual space. The following explanation will describe an example of creating two virtual spaces, the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102.

Each avatar belongs to either the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102. Hereinafter, avatars belonging to the first virtual space 101 will be referred to as "first avatars," while avatars belonging to the second virtual space 102 will be referred to as "second avatars."

Furthermore, actions performed by the first avatar are referred to as "first actions." Similarly, actions performed by the second avatar are referred to as "second actions."

In the example shown in Figure 10, the first avatar is "Avatar 10110," which acts based on the input of User 4A, and "Avatar 111," which acts based on the input of User 4B. On the other hand, in the example shown in Figure 10, the second avatar is "Avatar 20120," which acts based on the input of User 4C.

The first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102 are virtual spaces that share at least one of the following: a map or objects. Specifically, the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102 are virtual spaces that reproduce the same real-world city in three dimensions using computer graphics. Therefore, the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102 reproduce a predetermined city or a specific area (hereinafter referred to as "specific location"), and the two virtual spaces are synchronized with each other. For example, both the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102 are virtual spaces that reproduce and display the city of "Shibuya".

Specifically, user 4 logs in to the virtual "Shibuya" via user terminal 20. Note that user 4 does not choose whether to belong to the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102 during login. Once the login operation is performed, user terminal 20 sends the login information to server 10.

Server 10 determines whether user 4's avatar belongs to the "Shibuya" area of the first virtual space 101 or the "Shibuya" area of the second virtual space 102, based on the login information received from the user terminal 20 and a pre-configured user database.

Furthermore, server 10 may assign the avatar of a user who has logged in for the first time (hereinafter referred to as "new user") to the third virtual space, "Shibuya," and register it in the user database. Server 10 then sends the result of its decision back to the user terminal 20.

Upon receiving such results, the user terminal 20 displays the map assigned based on the response from the server 10 on its monitor.

Furthermore, new users are not limited to those logging in for the first time. For example, new users may include users who have not yet completed a specified period of time since starting the game, users who have not participated in a particular event, or users who are participating in an event for the first time during a specific period.

The first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102 reproduce the same specific region, and the events that occur are synchronized. For example, if an event occurs in one virtual space where an object is removed, the removed object will no longer be reproduced in either the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102. Similarly, if an event occurs in one virtual space, the same event will proceed simultaneously in both virtual spaces. Because of this synchronization, events start at the same time and end at the same time. Thus, when events occur in the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102, the events synchronize and proceed according to the same schedule.

Furthermore, the events to be synchronized are not limited to specific events. For example, it could be the flow of time, or the synchronization of exhibits in a store. When common events proceed in this synchronized manner, the provider only needs to manage one event, reducing their management burden.

Furthermore, the designated location does not have to be a city. Also, the designated location does not have to be a real-world area, but a fictional city, etc. In other words, the designated location reproduced in the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102 can be any area for which map and object data can be prepared.

To generate the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102, the server 10 pre-inputs map and object data.

Figure 11 shows examples of maps and objects. For example, given map and object data, server 10 can generate a virtual space that replicates a specific location.

A map is data that specifies areas in a virtual space, such as spaces that an avatar can traverse. Specifically, in a virtual space that recreates a city, road 130 represents the area the avatar can traverse. In other words, the map shows data that indicates the areas the avatar can traverse as road 130, and sets the areas other than road 130 as areas the avatar cannot traverse.

Note that the map may include data other than Road 130. The map also contains data showing the terrain and other features at specific locations.

The objects are, for example, roads, buildings, landmarks, installations, or structures such as shops that are recreated in a city. Therefore, the object data consists of design data indicating the shape and dimensions of the structure. In other words, if the server 10 has the object data, it can recreate a 3D model of the structure in the virtual space.

Furthermore, the map also includes data such as the placement of structures 131. Therefore, if the map and objects correspond to the same terrain and structures 131 as a real-world city, the server 10 can generate a virtual space based on the map and objects, constructing roads 130 on the streets of the city and reproducing the terrain by placing structures 131 on the streets of the real city.

[Example of an evaluation interface]
Figure 12 shows an example of an evaluation interface using a list. For example, each user 4 becomes an evaluator for other users and inputs evaluation scores for those users.

The evaluation system, for example, uses a list as its interface. The list is a tabular interface that displays a list of other users encountered in the virtual space. Each user's information is listed within the list. Therefore, by viewing the list, users can see the various statuses of other users.

When you send a "friend request" to another user you interact with through your avatar in the virtual space, the requested "friends" will be displayed in a list. However, the interface is not limited to a list; other formats are also acceptable.

The following explanation will use User 4A's list (hereinafter simply referred to as "List 140") as an example. First, we assume that User 4A has an interaction relationship with User 4B and User 4C in the virtual space. That is, we assume that User 4A and User 4B and User 4C are set to be "friends."

In this way, if two users are "friends," List 140 displays their information in a list format. List 140 displays, for example, the "affiliation name" indicating which virtual space each user belongs to, and their respective "avatar names," in a corresponding format. Note that List 140 may also contain information other than the affiliation name and avatar name.

For example, the rating score is entered through the rating button interface. Hereafter, the rating button for User 4B's avatar will be referred to as "Button 141." Similarly, the rating button for User 4C's avatar will be referred to as "Button 242."

User 4A presses the first button 141 to input an evaluation score for User 4B. Specifically, the first button 141 consists of two buttons, for example, "○" and "×". User 4A then inputs the action of pressing one of the two buttons, "○" or "×", to the first button 141.

The "〇" button is pressed to give User 4B a high rating. Conversely, the "×" button is pressed to give User 4B a low rating.

Similarly, by operating the second button 142, user 4A inputs an evaluation score for user 4B. In this way, evaluation scores are entered by the evaluator for each user.

Figure 13 shows an example of an interface for evaluating avatar proximity. For example, in the first virtual space 101, a state where the distance between the 10th avatar 110 and the 11th avatar 111 falls below a certain level is defined as "proximity." The threshold for determining what constitutes proximity can be pre-set, for example.

Thus, user 4A can evaluate another user's avatar (in this example, the 11th avatar 111) that is in proximity to their own avatar (in this example, the 10th avatar 110).

For example, user 4A presses the first button 141, similar to Figure 12, to input an evaluation score for user 4B.

Furthermore, the interface for entering evaluation scores may be in a format other than those described above.

Furthermore, the multiple evaluators may include Administrator 3. In other words, someone other than User 4 may also be an evaluator. This system of having multiple evaluators makes it easier to ensure fair evaluation.

Then, the evaluation scores entered by multiple evaluators are calculated to determine the overall score. For example, the overall score is calculated by summing up all the evaluation scores.

Furthermore, the evaluation scores entered by the evaluator may be weighted. That is, a weighting coefficient may be set in advance for each evaluation score. The total score is then calculated by summing "weighting coefficient × evaluation score".

Furthermore, when calculating the overall score, numerical values other than the evaluation score or "weighting coefficient × evaluation score" may be used. For example, the overall score may include evaluation results (data in numerical form) from AI (Artificial Intelligence), or numerical values corresponding to prohibited actions such as the use of forbidden words.

When using AI, it is necessary to train the AI beforehand on good and bad behaviors. Once trained in this way, the AI can evaluate an input behavior or predict avatars that are likely to exhibit bad behavior.

The overall score may be made public to User 4, or it may remain private. Whether to make it public or private can be determined, for example, by Administrator 3.

The evaluator assesses so-called manners. For example, the evaluation focuses on the user's words and actions; violations of manners such as rude behavior, undesirable remarks, or inappropriate actions will result in a low rating. Furthermore, manners expressed through the user's avatar will also be evaluated.

[Examples of differences and limitations between the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102]
Server 10 imposes various restrictions on the second action, i.e., the second avatar. Therefore, since the first virtual space 101 has fewer restrictions compared to the second virtual space 102, the first virtual space 101 becomes a virtual space with more favorable conditions compared to the second virtual space 102.

For example, the following may be subject to restrictions: participation in an event during the second action, the action parameters when the second avatar moves during the second action, the second avatar's field of view during the second action, the appearance of the second avatar, the appearance of objects existing in the second virtual space 102, the atmosphere of the second virtual space 102, the costs incurred during the second action, the quality of service received during the second action, or combinations thereof.

If event participation is restricted, the restrictions would include limitations on the number of times one can participate, weaker visual effects, higher participation fees, a smaller number of participants, or less content for the event when participating in the second virtual space 102, even for the same event.

If we consider behavioral parameters as the targets of restrictions, these restrictions in the second virtual space 102 include slow avatar movement speed, low jump height, sluggish movement, a narrow range of movement, or a limited number of movement patterns.

If the field of view of the second avatar is restricted, the limitations may include a narrow field of view, poor image quality, limited freedom of camera movement, low transparency, blurring, or only displaying objects at very close range.

If the appearance of the second avatar is restricted, the restrictions would include limitations on the types of avatars that can be used, the types of clothing and accessories that can be worn by the avatar, etc.

If the appearance of objects in the second virtual space 102 is to be restricted, the restrictions include the object's appearance being darker than in the first virtual space 101, having low brightness, or having parts of the object appearing damaged.

If the atmosphere of the second virtual space 102 is to be restricted, the restrictions would be such as the overall atmosphere of the second virtual space 102 being darker than that of the first virtual space 101, the color expression of avatars and NPCs (non-player characters) being limited, or the playing of dark-sounding music.

If the costs incurred in the second action are the target of the limitation, the limitation would be that the fees paid for purchasing goods, receiving services, or participating in events in the second virtual space 102 are higher compared to the first virtual space 101, that additional fees are incurred, or that coupons cannot be used.

If the service quality received in the second action is the target of limitations, these limitations include, even for the same service, higher costs, less support from staff, poor staff attitude, or a limited range of services when received in the second virtual space 102.

Alternatively, the first avatar may be able to act in either the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102, while the second avatar may be restricted to acting only in the second virtual space 102.

Furthermore, the types of restrictions are not limited to those mentioned above. The type of restriction is not limited to those that administrator 3 can set, as long as the first virtual space 101 becomes a more comfortable space than the second virtual space 102.

[Example of adding a third virtual space]
Figure 14 shows an example of the creation of the third virtual space 103.

It is desirable for server 10 to further generate a third virtual space 103, which is different from the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102.

For example, a user's avatar (hereinafter referred to as "third avatar") joining for the first time will initially belong to the third virtual space 103. Therefore, when a third avatar joins, server 10 will first assign it to the third virtual space 103, rather than to the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102.

Actions performed by the third avatar are referred to as "third actions." Third actions are more strictly restricted than first actions, but less strictly restricted than second actions. Hereafter, the restrictions imposed on first actions will be referred to as "first restrictions." Similarly, the restrictions imposed on second actions will be referred to as "second restrictions," and the restrictions imposed on third actions will be referred to as "third restrictions."

The third restriction is stronger than the first restriction. Conversely, the third restriction is weaker than the second restriction.

For example, suppose that the first, second, and third restrictions all involve imposing fees on events. Under these restrictions, the first restriction would have the lowest fee, the second restriction the highest, and the third restriction a fee somewhere between the first and second restrictions. Thus, the third restriction is a restriction with an intensity intermediate between the first and second restrictions.

In other words, the third virtual space 103 is more restrictive than the first virtual space 101, but less restrictive than the second virtual space 102. Thus, the third virtual space 103 is positioned between the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102.

The third avatar has not yet participated, so its actions are limited and its evaluation is unknown. Therefore, it is desirable to create a period for evaluation in the third virtual space 103.

Therefore, after a certain period of time, the third avatar is assigned to either the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102. Having such a third virtual space 103 allows for a more accurate determination of which virtual space it belongs to.

Furthermore, to allow User 4 to recognize the differences between each virtual space, it may be possible to temporarily change affiliation between the first virtual space 101, the second virtual space 102, and the third virtual space 103. Since this is temporary, after a certain period, each avatar's affiliation will revert to its original affiliation. Experiencing this allows User 4 to appreciate the comfort and other aspects of the first virtual space 101. In this way, experiencing the comfort or discomfort of other virtual spaces will encourage User 4 to improve their manners and seek to affiliate with the more favorable space. Therefore, this can lead to improved manners among User 4 within the virtual space.

[Overall Processing Example]
Figure 15 shows an example of the overall process. For example, server 10 performs the following steps.

In step S01, server 10 creates the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102. From this point onward, avatars belong to each of the created virtual spaces.

In step S02, the server 10 controls the avatars based on the user 4's actions. Through this control, each avatar performs its actions.

In step S03, server 10 evaluates the user. The evaluation scores from multiple evaluators are then aggregated to calculate a total score. The final result is determined based on this calculated total score.

In step S04, server 10 determines the affiliation of each avatar based on the evaluation results, which are determined by referring to the overall score, etc. Then, server 10 assigns each avatar to a server based on their affiliation.

In step S05, server 10 restricts the second action performed by the second avatar. That is, server 10 compares the first virtual space 101 to the second virtual space 102 and makes it a more favorable virtual space in terms of cost, performance, etc., by removing the restrictions.

When performing the overall processing described above, the overall processing in System 1 follows the following sequence:

Figure 16 shows the sequence of steps that realize the overall processing. Note that in Figure 16, steps similar to those in Figure 15 are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant explanations are omitted.

Step S01 is executed by the server 10 before the service starts. Specifically, the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102 are created in advance. Then, when the service starts, the avatar is configured to belong to either the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102.

When the service starts, user terminal 20 inputs the results of user 4's operations. These operation results, along with the processing results from user terminal 20, are sent to server 10. The data sent in this manner includes an evaluation score for the user.

Therefore, in step S03, the server 10 receives the evaluation points transmitted from each user terminal 20, aggregates them, and calculates a total score. Based on this calculated total score, the server 10 determines the evaluation result.

Based on these evaluation results, server 10 determines the affiliation and assigns the avatar. The assignment result, such as the avatar's affiliation name, is sent to user terminal 20 and output to user 4.

From this point forward, server 10 restricts the second virtual space 102, i.e., the second action performed by the second avatar.

Furthermore, the overall process is not limited to the procedures and order described above. For example, the overall process may involve procedures other than those described above, or the procedures may be executed in a different order than described above.

[Example of Functional Configuration]
Figure 17 shows an example of a functional configuration. Specifically, the server 10 functions to include a first generation means 1F1, a second generation means 1F2, a first control means 1F3, a second control means 1F4, and a limiting means 1F5, based on the program. Furthermore, the server 10 may also function to include a third generation means 1F6, a distribution means 1F7, a third control means 1F8, a determination means 1F11, a calculation means 1F12, and an evaluation means 1F13. In addition, the user terminal 20 may function to include a list output means 1F9 and an operation means 1F10.

The first generation means 1F1 performs a first generation procedure to generate the first virtual space 101. For example, the first generation means 1F1 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The second generation means 1F2 performs a second generation procedure to generate the second virtual space 102. For example, the second generation means 1F2 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The first control means 1F3 performs a first control procedure to enable the first avatar to perform a first action. For example, the first control means 1F3 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The second control means 1F4 performs a second control procedure to enable the second avatar to perform a second action. For example, the second control means 1F4 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The restricting means 1F5 performs a restricting procedure to limit the second action. For example, the restricting means 1F5 is implemented by the processor 11, etc.

The third generation means 1F6 performs a first generation procedure to generate the third virtual space 103. For example, the third generation means 1F6 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The distribution means 1F7 performs a distribution procedure to assign the third avatar to the third virtual space 103. For example, the distribution means 1F7 is implemented by a processor 11, etc.

The third control means 1F8 performs a third control procedure to enable the third avatar to perform a third action. For example, the third control means 1F8 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The list output means 1F9 performs a list output procedure that outputs a list corresponding to each avatar, with the affiliation name and avatar name associated with each avatar. For example, the list output means 1F9 is implemented by a processor 21 or the like.

The operation means 1F10 performs an operation procedure for inputting evaluation scores for each user. For example, the operation means 1F10 is implemented by a processor 21 or the like.

The decision-making means 1F11 performs a decision procedure to determine whether to belong to the first virtual space or the second virtual space, based on the evaluation result of the first or second action. For example, the decision-making means 1F11 is implemented by a processor 11, etc.

The calculation means 1F12 performs a calculation procedure to calculate an overall score based on the evaluation scores entered by multiple evaluators via the operation means 1F10 for each user terminal. For example, the calculation means 1F12 is implemented by a processor 11, etc.

The evaluation means 1F13 performs an evaluation procedure to determine the evaluation result based on the total score calculated by the calculation means 1F12. For example, the evaluation means 1F13 is implemented by a processor 11, etc.

With the configuration described above, server 10 can generate two or more virtual spaces, such as the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102. Each avatar belongs to one of these virtual spaces.

User 4's belonging to a virtual space is determined by their behavior. Because the level of comfort varies depending on the virtual space, User 4 will behave appropriately within the virtual space to receive preferential treatment. In this way, by generating multiple virtual spaces, even those recreating the same specific location, and intentionally imposing restrictions to create differences in comfort, the user's interest in the virtual space can be enhanced.

[About the metaverse]
Virtual space is what is known as a metaverse space. Metaverse is a combination of the words "meta" (transcendence) and "universe" (cosmos, world). The metaverse refers to a three-dimensional virtual space on a computer network that can be accessed by many people, and where participants can act freely.

The metaverse allows multiple people to participate using avatars. Furthermore, transactions may take place within the metaverse space, which is executed using three-dimensional image processing.

Transactions on the metaverse often utilize arbitrary tokens. These transactions can encompass a wide variety of activities, such as online games, virtual concerts, or e-commerce (electronic commerce).

Furthermore, the metaverse can sometimes be realized using "XR" technologies such as AR (Augmented Reality) or VR (Virtual Reality). In addition, the metaverse can also be realized using technologies such as 3D CG, high-speed communication technology, AI, and blockchain.

[Regarding configurations using auxiliary devices]
The avatar becomes a representation of user 4 in the virtual space. Therefore, in the virtual space, the actions of each avatar will reflect the words and actions of the user associated with that avatar.

For example, the user terminal 20 operates the avatar in the virtual space in conjunction with the operations of user 4, who inputs information into the control device. Avatar operations include, for example, moving within the virtual space, moving various parts of the body, changing posture, changing facial expressions, speaking, or moving objects placed within the virtual space.

Furthermore, the user terminal 20 transmits avatar data indicating the avatar's movement or status change to the server 10 via the communication network 2. Next, the server 10 transmits the avatar data received from the user terminal 20 to other user terminals 20 via the communication network 2. Then, the user terminal 20 updates the movement or status of the corresponding avatar in the virtual space based on the avatar data received from the server 10.

On the other hand, avatar-related processing may be performed by the user terminal 20 or by the server 10. For example, the user terminal 20 receives various information and various requests from one or more servers 10.

Server 10 transmits information such as progress updates, delivery information, and user information to user terminal 20.

Progress information refers to the progress of events and other activities in the virtual space. Specifically, progress information includes the type of one or more avatars placed in the virtual space, the avatar's coordinates, the avatar's actions, and other relevant information.

Avatar action information includes details such as the avatar's posture, item usage, skill usage, or jumping.

Avatar type information includes details about the avatar's settings, equipment, or appearance.

The distribution information is information that indicates the means of reproducing events in the virtual space in the viewing space (which is the real space). Furthermore, the distribution information may include information on the type of one or more avatars placed in the virtual space, the coordinates of the avatars, the actions of the avatars, and other information.

The above processing may be performed auxiliaryly by information processing devices other than the server 10 and the user terminal 20.

Figure 18 shows an example configuration using an auxiliary device. Compared to the example shown in Figure 1, the configuration shown in Figure 17 differs in that it includes the auxiliary device 60. Note that the auxiliary device 60 may be used only temporarily.

The auxiliary device 60 is an information processing device installed near the user terminal 20 (in this example, it is installed near user terminal 20A, but it may be located near other devices). The auxiliary device 60 performs some or all of a specific process on behalf of the user terminal 20 or the server 10.

For example, the auxiliary device 60 may be equipped with a device specialized for graphics processing, enabling high-speed graphics processing. In this way, so-called edge computing may be performed by installing the auxiliary device 60, etc. Thus, the aforementioned processing may be executed by utilizing the hardware resources of various information processing devices. Therefore, the aforementioned processing may be executed by an information processing device different from the one described above.

[Second Embodiment]
The second embodiment is implemented, for example, using the system shown in Figure 1, similar to the first embodiment. The following explanation will focus on the differences from the first embodiment, omitting redundant explanations.

[Examples of changes in affiliation]
Figure 19 shows an example of the second embodiment before the change of affiliation. First, the server 10 decides whether all avatars belong to the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102.

For example, if there are inappropriate remarks (such as remarks containing so-called "NG words" or chat messages), fraudulent procedures (for example, illegal acts or actions that violate the rules), reports, or breaches of etiquette, Server 10 will determine that fraudulent activity has occurred and will change the user's affiliation from the first virtual space 101 to the second virtual space 102.

Specifically, undesirable behaviors include trolling, disruptive behavior, bumping into or passing through other avatars, and chasing other avatars. Additionally, disruptive behavior in voice chat or messages is also considered undesirable. Furthermore, failing to perform desirable behaviors when opportunities arise is also considered undesirable.

On the other hand, actions such as cleaning, helping other avatars, making donations, or returning lost items are considered desirable behaviors.

Furthermore, changes may be made based on the evaluation results of the evaluator.

However, there are instances where actions coincidentally match or resemble misconduct. Other possibilities include so-called "false reports."

In other words, even if an avatar is generally appropriate to belong to the first virtual space 101, it may be mistakenly subject to a change of affiliation due to chance or unauthorized manipulation.

Conversely, even among avatars that are generally prone to cheating, there are some that skillfully avoid such cheating behavior by not violating the rules.

Due to some kind of error, avatars mistakenly belonging to an unsuitable virtual space are moved to the correct virtual space.

Figure 20 shows an example of a change made by designation. Note that Figure 20 is shown after the decision shown in Figure 19.

As shown in Figure 19, the server 10 uniformly determines, for example, which virtual space (first virtual space 101 or second virtual space 102) an avatar belongs to. Therefore, such processing may lack fairness. To address this, as shown in Figure 20, each user terminal 20 accepts an operation to specify the target for correction in the event of an incorrect decision.

It is desirable that other users be able to specify which settings to change. Hereafter, the person making the specification will be referred to as the "designator." The designator is, for example, a user other than the user operating the second avatar (in this example, User 4C) (in this example, Users 4A and 4B). Administrator 3 may also be included as a designator.

The designation is performed, for example, by inputting an operation where the designator selects from a list. Specifically, user terminal 20A accepts the operation by user 4A to designate a second avatar. Similarly, user terminal 20B accepts the operation by user 4B to designate a second avatar. Furthermore, if administrator 3 is the designator, server 10 accepts the operation by administrator 3 to designate a second avatar.

When an operation to specify a second avatar is performed, server 10 accepts the specification request. Server 10 may also tally the number of specifications, etc. Next, based on this request, server 10 changes the affiliation of the second avatar from the first virtual space 101 to the second virtual space 102.

When multiple individuals designate a avatar in this way, the affiliation can be determined fairly. For example, it becomes possible to rescue a second avatar that has been mistakenly assigned to the second virtual space 102.

On the other hand, avatars that are considered malicious by other users due to frequent fraudulent activity may be designated to change their affiliation from the first virtual space 101 to the second virtual space 102, based on the specified criteria.

Furthermore, if such a remedial measure is available, users will come to believe that if their usual behavior is appropriate, they will be remedied even if they are mistakenly targeted for change, thus improving manners in the virtual space.

Furthermore, there may be a limit on the number of avatars that can be specified. That is, changes may be made based on the number (or ratio) of the first and second avatars. If the ratio of first and second avatars becomes skewed, resulting in an extremely high number of avatars in one virtual space, the user experience may be compromised. Therefore, to prevent frequent changes that cause an extreme imbalance in the number of avatars in one virtual space, the number of avatars that can be specified may be limited. Such a limitation allows for adjustment of the balance of avatar numbers belonging to each virtual space.

Additionally, there may be a defined period during which this period can be specified (hereinafter referred to as the "specified period"). For example, the specified period may be set in advance by Administrator 3.

Furthermore, the targets that the designator can specify may be limited to, for example, only the avatars listed (i.e., only avatars with whom they have a "friend" relationship can be specified, and avatars with whom they have no interaction cannot be specified).

Furthermore, the designated avatar may be changed if it receives a certain level of evaluation within the specified period. In other words, even if a designation is made, you should observe the situation for the specified period, and you are not required to change it immediately.

Alternatively, a trial period may be set for the designated avatar after its affiliation is changed. During this trial period, the changed avatar will be evaluated. In other words, a "trial period" may be set. At the end of the trial period, if the evaluation result indicates that the avatar is in an appropriate affiliation, the affiliation change will be confirmed. Conversely, if the evaluation result indicates that the avatar is not in an appropriate affiliation, the affiliation change will be canceled.

Having a period, such as a "specified period" or "trial period," to evaluate whether the behavior is suitable for change can reduce the number of avatars associated with inappropriate affiliations.

Furthermore, changes may be made, for example, based on evaluation results. That is, changes may be made by referring to a total score calculated based on evaluation scores from multiple evaluators.

For example, the evaluation results are converted into a score, and this score can change depending on the evaluator's actions. A threshold value (hereinafter referred to as the "change threshold") that will be affected by this score change is set in advance.

In the first virtual space 101, the first avatar becomes subject to change when the score falls below the change threshold. Conversely, in the second virtual space 102, the second avatar becomes subject to change when the score exceeds the change threshold.

Furthermore, if a change occurs, the affiliation of the affected avatar may be changed, and other users may be notified that it has moved to a different virtual space.

Furthermore, it is desirable that decisions regarding whether or not to change affiliations be made periodically. For example, the cycle should be set in advance by Administrator 3. Specifically, the cycle should be set to every week, on the same day of the week.

[Example of assigning tasks]
A "task" may be given to help determine whether or not to make a change. For example, a designated second avatar will not immediately change its affiliation but will be "under consideration." The conditions for being considered may not be other than those specified.

The second avatar being considered will be given a task. Only those who complete the task will be changed.

The tasks are set in advance by, for example, Administrator 3. Specifically, the tasks are set to include things like whether actions performed within a set period (hereinafter referred to as the "task period") will be evaluated.

In other words, if the actions taken during the task period are deemed desirable, the evaluation result will indicate that the subject under consideration may be transferred to the first virtual space 101.

By assigning tasks and evaluating the results in this way, and then deciding on changes to affiliations based on those evaluations, it is possible to reduce the number of avatars in inappropriate affiliations.

[Example of a special evaluator]
An evaluator with special authority (hereinafter referred to as "special evaluator") may be appointed.

Special authority is the power to independently evaluate changes in affiliation (hereinafter referred to as "special evaluation"). In other words, if a special evaluation is conducted by a special evaluator without gathering evaluations from multiple evaluators, the affiliation of each avatar will be changed regardless of the results of other evaluations.

Furthermore, even in cases of changes based on special evaluations, task setting, evaluation over a specified period, or evaluation during a trial period may be conducted.

[Examples of alternate spaces]
The changes are not limited to changes from the first virtual space 101 to the second virtual space 102, or from the second virtual space 102 to the first virtual space 101. For example, a virtual space different from the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102 (hereinafter referred to as "different space") may be created in advance. The change may then target this different space.

The alternate space is a so-called VIP (Very Important Person) space, etc. Therefore, the alternate space may have better conditions than the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102, or it may have conditions somewhere between the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102.

In some cases, it may be better not to assign the avatar being modified to either the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102. In such cases, it is preferable to assign the avatar being modified to a different space.

Furthermore, affiliation with an alternate dimension may be temporary.

[Overall Processing Example]
Figure 21 shows an example of the overall process. For example, server 10 performs the following steps.

In step S01, server 10 creates the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102. From this point onward, avatars belong to each of the created virtual spaces.

In step S02, the server 10 controls the avatars based on the user 4's actions. Through this control, each avatar performs its actions.

In step S21, server 10 determines the affiliation of all avatars.

In step S22, server 10 changes its affiliation based on the evaluation results, etc. The trigger for this change is set in advance.

When performing the overall processing described above, the overall processing in System 1 follows the following sequence:

Figure 22 shows the sequence of steps that realize the overall processing. Note that in Figure 22, steps similar to those in Figure 21 are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant explanations are omitted.

Step S01 is executed by the server 10 before the service starts. Specifically, the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102 are created in advance. Then, when the service starts, the avatar is configured to belong to either the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102.

When the service starts, user terminal 20 inputs the results of user 4's operations. These operation results, along with the processing results from user terminal 20, are sent to server 10. For example, the avatar controlled by user 4 will perform actions for a certain period of time.

In step S02, when an operation for the avatar is input to the user terminal 20, the avatar is controlled based on the result of that operation. Based on this result, step S03 is executed.

In step S21, server 10 determines the affiliation and assigns the avatar. The assignment result, such as the avatar's affiliation name, is sent to user terminal 20 and output to user 4.

From this point forward, server 10 restricts the second virtual space 102, i.e., the second action performed by the second avatar.

If the decision made in step S21 is incorrect, the user terminal 20 will accept operations, etc., designated by other users for the user who is considered to belong to the wrong group. Based on these designations, in step S22, the server 10 changes the group affiliation of the designated user's avatar.

Furthermore, the overall process is not limited to the procedures and order described above. For example, the overall process may involve procedures other than those described above, or the procedures may be executed in a different order than described above.

[Example of Functional Configuration]
Figure 23 shows an example of a functional configuration. Specifically, the server 10 functions to include a first generation means 1F1, a second generation means 1F2, a first control means 1F3, a second control means 1F4, a determination means 1F11, and a modification means 1F20, based on a program. Furthermore, the server 10 may also function to include a limiting means 1F5, a first determination means 1F21, and a second determination means 1F22.

The first generation means 1F1 performs a first generation procedure to generate the first virtual space 101. For example, the first generation means 1F1 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The second generation means 1F2 performs a second generation procedure to generate the second virtual space 102. For example, the second generation means 1F2 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The first control means 1F3 performs a first control procedure to enable the first avatar to perform a first action. For example, the first control means 1F3 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The second control means 1F4 performs a second control procedure to enable the second avatar to perform a second action. For example, the second control means 1F4 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The restricting means 1F5 performs a restricting procedure to limit the second action. For example, the restricting means 1F5 is implemented by the processor 11, etc.

The determination means 1F11 performs a determination procedure to determine the avatar's affiliation. For example, the determination means 1F11 is implemented by a processor 11, etc.

The modification means 1F20 performs a modification procedure to change the affiliation of the second avatar to the first virtual space 101. For example, the modification means 1F20 is implemented by a processor 11, etc.

The first determination means 1F21 performs a first determination procedure to determine whether or not to change the affiliation of the second avatar based on the evaluation results performed on the target of the change within a predetermined period. For example, the first determination means 1F21 is implemented by a processor 11, etc.

The second determination means 1F22 performs a second determination procedure to either cancel the change in the affiliation of the first or second avatar, or to confirm the change in the affiliation of the first or second avatar, based on the evaluation results of the first or second avatar made during the trial period, after changing the affiliation of the first or second avatar. For example, the second determination means 1F22 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

With the configuration described above, server 10 can generate two or more virtual spaces, such as the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102. Each avatar is then determined to belong to one of these virtual spaces.

User 4's belonging to a virtual space is determined by their behavior. Since the comfort level varies depending on the virtual space, User 4 will be inclined to operate their avatar in a manner that respects the rules within the virtual space in order to receive preferential treatment.

Thus, by generating multiple virtual spaces, even those that replicate the same specific location, intentionally imposing restrictions to create differences in user experience can improve user behavior within the virtual space.

Furthermore, if it becomes possible to change the affiliation of avatars that are mistakenly assigned to a virtual space where their assigned affiliation is inappropriate, the number of avatars with inappropriate affiliations can be reduced. Therefore, improved manners can be achieved.

In a system where administrator 3, or AI, monitors for fraudulent activity, if a single action results in a user being transferred to a less favorable virtual space or having their account frozen, even users who adhere to proper etiquette may be subject to such a change by chance.

Furthermore, if administrators (e.g., those in positions 3) make decisions unilaterally, the criteria for judgment tend to vary depending on the person in charge, or the criteria become ambiguous due to individual discretion. Additionally, constant monitoring is difficult, and judgments may be made based solely on "accidental" actions. In contrast, adding evaluations from people who know the user well, such as "friends," makes it easier to accurately assess whether an affiliation is inappropriate.

Thus, "inappropriate" refers to a state that does not conform to the standards of etiquette.

Furthermore, allowing users to evaluate or specify their affiliation often reduces feelings of unfairness compared to having a single administrator make the decision alone. Therefore, it is desirable for affiliation to be changeable based on the results of evaluations by multiple individuals.

[Third Embodiment]
The third embodiment is implemented, for example, by system 1 shown in Figure 1, similar to the first embodiment. The following explanation will focus on the differences from the first embodiment, and redundant explanations will be omitted.

[Example of an event occurring]
Figure 24 shows an example of an event occurring. Hereafter, an event occurring in the first virtual space 101 will be referred to as the "first event." On the other hand, an event occurring in the second virtual space 102 will be referred to as the "second event." Furthermore, the parameters used in the first event and the second event will be referred to as "event parameters." Hereafter, event parameters will be referred to as "event points." However, event parameters may be in a format other than numerical values.

The first event is an event that gives the first avatar the opportunity to perform a first type of behavior in the first virtual space. The first type of behavior is, for example, an undesirable behavior. Specifically, as shown in Figure 24, it causes a lost item 201 to appear near the first avatar. The event is generated, for example, by server 10.

Then, when the first avatar approaches lost item 201, the options "Make it my property" or "Return it" are displayed, and user 4B inputs a selection into user terminal 20B.

This selection includes commands that constitute "undesirable behavior." In this example, selecting the "Make it my property" command and attempting to illegally acquire lost item 201 is considered undesirable behavior.

Furthermore, actions such as making a gesture to pick up lost item 201, acquiring it, and then passing by without returning it to a designated object (for example, a police box object) are considered undesirable behaviors.

After witnessing item 201 being dropped, moving away from the avatar that dropped item 201 is considered undesirable behavior.

Thus, it is also possible to detect actions other than commands and determine whether or not they constitute undesirable behavior.

In the first event, if undesirable actions occur, event points will be deducted. Alternatively, the player's affiliation may be changed from the first virtual space 101 to the second virtual space 102.

Thus, in the first virtual space 101, a first event occurs that induces undesirable behavior. Note that the first event is not limited to the event described above; it may also be something that induces other undesirable behavior.

The second event is an event in the second virtual space that gives the second avatar an opportunity to perform a second type of behavior. A second type of behavior is, for example, a desirable behavior. Specifically, as shown in Figure 24, it generates an avatar requesting rescue near the second avatar. Note that the avatar requesting rescue may be controlled by another user or may be an NPC.

Then, in response to the avatar requesting rescue, the second avatar can choose an action, such as "perform rescue action" or "do not perform rescue action." Alternatively, the action could also be chosen through image selection, etc.

For example, a rescue action might involve using a healing item to restore an avatar requesting rescue. Additionally, if the user performs a rescue gesture (for example, lifting a person), that can also be considered a rescue action.

This action is then judged as to whether or not it qualifies as a "desirable action." In this example, the second action, "performing a rescue action" to help another avatar in distress, qualifies as a desirable action.

In the second event, if a favorable action is taken, event points will be added. Alternatively, the player's affiliation may be changed from the second virtual space 102 to the first virtual space 101.

Thus, in the second virtual space 102, a second event occurs that induces a desirable action. Note that the second event is not limited to the event described above; it may also be something that induces other desirable actions.

When the event points reach a certain value (hereinafter referred to as the "change threshold"), each avatar will be subject to change. The change threshold will be set in advance.

In other words, the second avatar, which exhibits many desirable behaviors, will accumulate event points, and based on these event points, it is highly likely that its affiliation will be changed from the second virtual space 102 to the first virtual space 101.

On the other hand, Avatar 1, which exhibits many undesirable behaviors, will have its event points deducted, making it highly likely that its affiliation will be changed from Virtual Space 101 to Virtual Space 202 based on its event points.

Furthermore, not only the event's outcome but also the actions taken during the event may be evaluated. For example, even if the goal of returning lost item 201 within the time limit is not achieved due to not meeting the deadline, the action of picking it up and attempting to return it may be considered a desirable action, and event points may be added accordingly.

When a user's virtual space becomes fixed, they lose interest. Furthermore, external evaluations such as "GOOD" or "BAD" become less frequent, leading to further stagnation. Therefore, intentionally triggering events provides stimulation. Additionally, these events can prevent an imbalance in the number of avatars within a single virtual space.

Thus, when the second event occurs, the second avatar has the opportunity to move to the first virtual space 101, which offers more favorable conditions.

On the other hand, when the first event occurs, the first avatar faces the threat of being moved to the unfavorable second virtual space 102.

Such events don't allow user 4 to intentionally change their virtual space; rather, they serve as a trigger for changing affiliations based on good or bad manners. These events encourage each avatar to adhere to proper etiquette, thus improving manners within the virtual space.

Furthermore, triggering events in virtual spaces often leads to changes in the virtual space one belongs to. This results in an increase in avatars moving between multiple virtual spaces. In this way, it prevents avatars from becoming fixed to specific virtual spaces and promotes turnover.

The first and second events are planned and pre-configured by, for example, administrator 3. However, the first and second events may also be planned by user 4, etc.

For example, user 4 may be able to set the type of event to be generated, the time at which the event occurs (including random times), or the region in which the event occurs (including random times).

Furthermore, if User 4, who planned the event, participates in the event, it is desirable that there is no increase or decrease in event points or change in affiliation as a result of the event. This prevents users from planning events that are self-serving, such as so-called "self-serving" events.

The event may occur, for example, based on the ratio of the number of first avatars to the number of second avatars. That is, server 10 may trigger an event when there is an imbalance in the ratio of first avatars to second avatars. The trigger may also be based on timing, conditions, or user requests.

For example, if the number of first avatars is greater than the number of second avatars, server 10 will trigger the first event. In this way, events are triggered to reduce the number of first avatars and increase the number of second avatars. By triggering events in this manner, the ratio of first to second avatars can be adjusted.

Furthermore, event points may be displayed in a ranking system. That is, avatars with many or few event points may be displayed in a way that is easily visible to user 4. By showing the amount of event points in this ranking system, users 4, especially those ranked lower, will consider the possibility of their virtual space being changed to a less favorable one and will therefore be more inclined to improve their manners. In this way, manners within the virtual space can be improved.

[Overall Processing Example]
Figure 25 shows an example of the overall process. For example, server 10 performs the following steps.

In step S01, server 10 creates the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102. From this point onward, avatars belong to each of the created virtual spaces.

In step S02, the server 10 controls the avatars based on the user 4's actions. Through this control, each avatar performs its actions.

In step S21, server 10 determines the ownership of all the butter.

In step S31, server 10 generates an event. The event may be generated when certain conditions are met, or periodically.

In step S32, server 10 changes affiliations based on event points. For example, the event points for each avatar may change after the event in step S31 has ended. Therefore, there may be avatars that are subject to a change in affiliation based on the change criteria. Server 10 changes such avatars to the affiliation corresponding to their event points.

Figure 26 shows the sequence of steps that realize the overall processing. Note that in Figure 26, steps similar to those in Figure 25 are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant explanations are omitted.

Step S01 is executed by the server 10 before the service starts. Specifically, the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102 are created in advance. Then, when the service starts, the avatar is configured to belong to either the first virtual space 101 or the second virtual space 102.

When the service starts, user terminal 20 inputs the results of user 4's operations. These operation results, along with the processing results from user terminal 20, are sent to server 10. The data sent in this manner includes an evaluation score for the user.

Therefore, in step S21, the server 10 receives the evaluations transmitted from each user terminal 20, aggregates them, and calculates a total score. Based on this calculated total score, the server 10 determines the evaluation result.

Based on these evaluation results, server 10 determines the affiliation and assigns the avatar. The assignment result, such as the avatar's affiliation name, is sent to user terminal 20 and output to user 4.

Step S31 is performed periodically by, for example, server 10. Therefore, the event is held at predetermined intervals set on server 10. However, the event may also be held in response to a request from user 4, etc. For this reason, a request to hold an event may be entered into user terminal 20.

In step S32, server 10 compares the event points and change criteria for each user 4 to determine if a change is required. If a change is required, server 10 changes the avatar's affiliation.

From this point forward, server 10 restricts the second virtual space 102, i.e., the second action performed by the second avatar.

Furthermore, the overall process is not limited to the procedures and order described above. For example, the overall process may involve procedures other than those described above, or the procedures may be executed in a different order than described above.

[Example of Functional Configuration]
Figure 27 shows an example of a functional configuration. Specifically, the server 10 functions to include a first generation means 1F1, a second generation means 1F2, a first control means 1F3, a second control means 1F4, a determination means 1F11, a modification means 1F20, and a generation means 1F30, based on a program. Furthermore, the server 10 may also function to include a limiting means 1F5.

The first generation means 1F1 performs a first generation procedure to generate the first virtual space 101. For example, the first generation means 1F1 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The second generation means 1F2 performs a second generation procedure to generate the second virtual space 102. For example, the second generation means 1F2 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The first control means 1F3 performs a first control procedure to enable the first avatar to perform a first action. For example, the first control means 1F3 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The second control means 1F4 performs a second control procedure to enable the second avatar to perform a second action. For example, the second control means 1F4 is implemented by a processor 11 or the like.

The restricting means 1F5 performs a restricting procedure to limit the second action. For example, the restricting means 1F5 is implemented by the processor 11, etc.

The determination means 1F11 performs a determination procedure to determine the avatar's affiliation. For example, the determination means 1F11 is implemented by a processor 11, etc.

The modification means 1F20 performs a modification procedure to change the affiliation of the second avatar to the first virtual space 101, based on the result of the event or the action taken in response to the event. For example, the modification means 1F20 is implemented by a processor 11, etc.

The generation means 1F30 performs a generation procedure to generate either the first or second event. For example, the generation means 1F30 is implemented by a processor 11, etc.

With the configuration described above, server 10 can generate two or more virtual spaces, such as the first virtual space 101 and the second virtual space 102. Each avatar is then determined to belong to one of these virtual spaces.

User 4's belonging to a virtual space is evaluated based on their behavior. Because the level of comfort varies depending on the virtual space, User 4 will be more likely to behave appropriately within the virtual space to receive preferential treatment. In this way, by generating multiple virtual spaces, even those recreating the same specific location, and intentionally imposing restrictions to create differences in comfort, it is possible to improve user behavior within the virtual space.

Furthermore, if it becomes possible to change the affiliation of avatars that are mistakenly assigned to a virtual space where their assigned affiliation is inappropriate, the number of avatars with inappropriate affiliations can be reduced. Therefore, improved manners can be achieved.

When an event occurs, the avatar's affiliation with a virtual space changes. This reduces the likelihood of the same avatar remaining in one virtual space for extended periods. Furthermore, event-driven affiliation changes can encourage more active movement between multiple virtual spaces. Additionally, if the number of users is skewed towards one virtual space, events can be used to adjust the ratio towards a more balanced state. In this way, the tendency for specific avatars to remain fixed in the same virtual space is reduced, mitigating the problem of avatars becoming entrenched in virtual spaces.

[Other Embodiments]
Avatars are not limited to human appearances. For example, avatars can be animals or fictional characters. In other words, avatars are not limited to those mentioned above and can be freely set in the user's settings, etc.

AI may be used. For example, the AI can be implemented using a learning model such as deep learning. For instance, the AI might recommend frequently used commands or messages (using a trained model that uses other users' usage history as training data). Alternatively, the AI might learn from past performance and display various prediction results.

The data used in the aforementioned processing and the processing performed in this embodiment may be executed and stored by an information processing system. For example, the information processing system may execute or store data using multiple information processing devices to achieve redundancy, distribution, parallelism, or a combination thereof. Therefore, the present invention may be implemented using devices other than those described above, and systems other than those described above.

Furthermore, the program according to the present invention is not limited to a single program, but may be a collection of multiple programs. Also, the program according to the present invention is not limited to being executed on a single device, but may be executed by multiple information processing devices. Moreover, the division of roles among the information processing devices is not limited to the examples described above. That is, some or all of the aforementioned processes may be executed by information processing devices other than those described above.

Furthermore, some or all of the means implemented by the program can also be implemented using hardware such as integrated circuits. Moreover, the program may be provided by recording it on a non-transient recording medium readable by a computer. Recording mediums refer to, for example, hard disks, SD cards (registered trademarks), optical discs such as DVDs, or servers on the Internet. Therefore, the program may be distributed via telecommunication lines such as the Internet.

Furthermore, the information processing equipment and other components that constitute the information processing system may be located overseas.

Furthermore, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments exemplified above. Therefore, the present invention allows for additions or modifications of its components without departing from the technical essence. Thus, all technical matters included in the technical concept described in the claims are covered by the present invention. The embodiments exemplified above are preferred examples for implementation. Those skilled in the art can implement various modifications from the disclosed content, and such modifications are included within the technical scope described in the claims.

1: System 1F1: First generation means 1F10: Operation means 1F2: Second generation means 1F3: First control means 1F4: Second control means 1F5: Restriction means 1F6: Third generation means 1F7: Distribution means 1F8: Third control means 1F9: List output means 1F10: Operation means 1F11: Decision means 1F12: Calculation means 1F13: Evaluation means 1F20: Modification means 1F21: First judgment means 1F22: Second judgment means 1F30: Generation means 3: Administrator 4: User 4A: User 4B: User 4C: User 10: Server 101: First virtual space 102: Second virtual space 103: Third virtual space 110: 10th avatar 111: 11th avatar 120: 20th avatar 130 : Road 131 : Structure 140 : List 141 : First button 142 : Second button 201 : Lost and found

Claims (8)

Computers,
A first generation means for generating a first virtual space including a map and objects ,
A second generation means that generates a second virtual space in which at least one part of the map or the objects is different from the first virtual space,
A determination means for determining whether to assign a first avatar to the first virtual space and a second avatar to the second virtual space,
After the determination by the determination means, a first control means controls the first avatar to perform a first action, which is an action instructed by an input operation entered by the user .
After the determination by the determination means, a second control means controls the second avatar, which is different from the first avatar, to perform a second action, which is an action instructed by an input operation entered by the user .
An event generation means for generating an event that changes the affiliation of the first avatar from the first virtual space to the second virtual space, or changes the affiliation of the second avatar from the second virtual space to the first virtual space,
After the determination by the determination means, if the first avatar performs an undesirable action in the event, the affiliation of the first avatar is changed to the second virtual space.
Or,
If the second avatar performs a desirable action during the aforementioned event, the system will function as a means to change the affiliation of the second avatar to the first virtual space .
The first avatar and the second avatar are,
An avatar placed in the first virtual space or the second virtual space, which operates through the actions of different users associated with the first avatar and the second avatar, respectively.
The aforementioned object is a different object from the first avatar and the second avatar.
The first action is,
The actions of the first avatar in the first virtual space, which are actions based on the input operations performed by the user,
The second action described above is,
The actions of the second avatar in the second virtual space, which are actions based on the input operations entered by the user,
The first action and the second action are,
These are different actions performed by different avatars.
The aforementioned event was,
An event that induces undesirable behavior by the first avatar in the first virtual space, or an event that induces desirable behavior by the second avatar in the second virtual space.
The generating means is,
The event is triggered when the avatars belonging to the first virtual space and the second virtual space are swapped.
program. In the program described in claim 1,
The first action is,
This includes moving the first avatar, participating in an event, changing the appearance of the first avatar, changing the voice emitted by the first avatar, or changing the motion that the first avatar automatically performs under specific conditions.
The second action described above is,
A program that allows the second avatar to move, participate in events, change the appearance of the second avatar, change the voice emitted by the second avatar, or change the motion that the second avatar automatically performs under specific conditions . In the program described in claim 1,
The generating means is,
When replacing avatars belonging to the first virtual space and the second virtual space,
In the second virtual space, the event is generated that gives the second avatar the opportunity to change its affiliation to the first virtual space,
The aforementioned modification means is,
In the event described above, if the second action corresponds to the second type of action, the event parameter is increased, and when the event parameter reaches a pre-set change threshold value, the affiliation of the second avatar is changed from the second virtual space to the first virtual space .
The second type of behavior described above is,
It is a desirable behavior,
If the actions performed by the second avatar, including the second action, are deemed desirable in the aforementioned event, it is determined that the second avatar performed a desirable action in the aforementioned event.
The aforementioned event parameters are:
This is a numerical value that is added if there is behavior that falls under the second type of behavior described above.
program. In the program described in claim 1,
The generating means is,
When replacing avatars belonging to the first virtual space and the second virtual space,
In the first virtual space, the event is generated that gives the first avatar the opportunity to change its affiliation to the second virtual space.
The aforementioned modification means is,
In the aforementioned event, if the first action corresponds to the first type of action, the event parameter is reduced, and when the event parameter reaches a pre-set change threshold value, the affiliation of the first avatar is changed from the first virtual space to the second virtual space .
The first type of behavior described above is,
This is undesirable behavior.
If the actions of the first avatar, including the first action, are deemed undesirable in the aforementioned event, it is determined that the first avatar performed undesirable actions in the aforementioned event.
The aforementioned event parameters are:
This is the numerical value that is deducted if there is any behavior that falls under the first type of behavior described above.
program. In the program described in claim 1,
The generating means is,
If it is determined that the number of first avatars belonging to the first virtual space, the number of second avatars belonging to the second virtual space, or the ratio of the number of first avatars belonging to the first virtual space to the number of second avatars belonging to the second virtual space is skewed towards the first virtual space, then if the first avatar performs undesirable actions in the event, the affiliation of the first avatar will be changed to the second virtual space.
Alternatively, if it is determined that there is a bias towards the second virtual space, a program that generates an event to change the affiliation of the second avatar to the first virtual space if the second avatar performs a desirable action in the event . In the program described in claim 1,
The generating means is,
The event points awarded in the aforementioned event are ranked and displayed on the user terminal that operates the avatar associated with the user .
The aforementioned event points are,
This is a numerical value that is added if the avatar is judged to have performed desirable actions during the aforementioned event.
Alternatively, it is a numerical value that will be deducted if the avatar is judged to have engaged in undesirable behavior during the aforementioned event.
program. A first generation means for generating a first virtual space including a map and objects ,
A second generation means that generates a second virtual space in which at least one part of the map or the objects is different from the first virtual space,
A determination means for determining whether to assign a first avatar to the first virtual space and a second avatar to the second virtual space,
After the determination by the determination means, a first control means controls the first avatar to perform a first action, which is an action instructed by an input operation entered by the user .
After the determination by the determination means, a second control means controls the second avatar, which is different from the first avatar, to perform a second action, which is an action instructed by an input operation entered by the user .
An event generation means for generating an event that changes the affiliation of the first avatar from the first virtual space to the second virtual space, or changes the affiliation of the second avatar from the second virtual space to the first virtual space,
After the determination by the determination means, if the first avatar performs an undesirable action in the event, the affiliation of the first avatar is changed to the second virtual space.
Alternatively, if the second avatar performs a desirable action in the event, the system includes a means for changing the affiliation of the second avatar to the first virtual space .
The first avatar and the second avatar are,
An avatar placed in the first virtual space or the second virtual space, which operates through the actions of different users associated with the first avatar and the second avatar, respectively.
The aforementioned object is a different object from the first avatar and the second avatar.
The first action is,
This includes moving the first avatar, participating in an event, changing the appearance of the first avatar, changing the voice emitted by the first avatar, or changing the motion that the first avatar automatically performs under specific conditions.
The second action described above is,
This includes moving the second avatar, participating in an event, changing the appearance of the second avatar, changing the voice emitted by the second avatar, or changing the motion that the second avatar automatically performs under specific conditions.
The first action and the second action are,
These are different actions performed by different avatars.
The aforementioned event was,
An event that induces undesirable behavior by the first avatar in the first virtual space, or an event that induces desirable behavior by the second avatar in the second virtual space.
The generating means is,
The event is triggered when the avatars belonging to the first virtual space and the second virtual space are swapped.
Information processing device. An information processing system having an information processing device and a user terminal connected to the information processing device,
The aforementioned information processing device is
A first generation means for generating a first virtual space including a map and objects ,
A second generation means that generates a second virtual space in which at least one part of the map or the objects is different from the first virtual space,
A determination means for determining whether to assign a first avatar to the first virtual space and whether to assign a second avatar to the second virtual space,
After the determination by the determination means, a first control means controls the first avatar to perform a first action, which is an action instructed by an input operation entered by the user .
After the determination by the determination means, a second control means controls the second avatar, which is different from the first avatar, to perform a second action, which is an action instructed by an input operation entered by the user .
An event generation means for generating an event that changes the affiliation of the first avatar from the first virtual space to the second virtual space, or changes the affiliation of the second avatar from the second virtual space to the first virtual space,
After the determination by the determination means, if the first avatar performs an undesirable action in the event, the affiliation of the first avatar is changed to the second virtual space.
Alternatively, if the second avatar performs a desirable action in the event, the system includes a means for changing the affiliation of the second avatar to the first virtual space .
The first avatar and the second avatar are,
An avatar placed in the first virtual space or the second virtual space, which operates through the actions of different users associated with the first avatar and the second avatar, respectively.
The aforementioned object is a different object from the first avatar and the second avatar.
The first action is,
The actions of the first avatar in the first virtual space, which are actions based on the input operations performed by the user,
The second action described above is,
The actions of the second avatar in the second virtual space, which are actions based on the input operations performed by the user,
The first action and the second action are,
These are different actions performed by different avatars.
The aforementioned event was,
An event that induces undesirable behavior by the first avatar in the first virtual space, or an event that induces desirable behavior by the second avatar in the second virtual space.
The generating means is,
The event is triggered when the avatars belonging to the first virtual space and the second virtual space are swapped.
Information processing system.