Game box element forming a lid of a game box or game board, related game box

Abstract

The invention relates to a game element (1a), preferably a board game box (B1, B2, B3), comprising: - a central part (10a) comprising four sides (11a, 12a, 13a, 14a); - side parts (15a, 16a, 17a, 18a), each side part being connected with one side (11a, 12a, 13a, 14a) of the central part (10) such that the side parts (15a, 16a, 17a, 18a) can be switched from a first position (P0) to a second position (P1). - the first position (P0) is a position such that the element (1a) is flat; - the second position (P1) is a position in which the side parts are raised relative to the central part (10a) such that the element (1a) forms a game board for a board game.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a tabletop game box, particularly comprising a lid that can be used as a game board and a tray for storing tabletop game equipment such as playing cards.

[0002] A tabletop game box that allows storage of tabletop game equipment such as playing cards, one or more dice, game boards, etc. Background Technology

[0003] To store this equipment, the box is typically large and ultimately used only for storage.

[0004] Furthermore, in card games, it is often necessary to be able to store them properly to prevent damage. Finally, card games typically require a card rack or dealer to facilitate player access to the cards. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The present invention proposes a game element, preferably a game box that can be used as a lid, a game mat, and a game box including such an element.

[0006] Thus, according to the first aspect, the present invention provides a game element, preferably a desktop game box, comprising:

[0007] -Including the central part of the four sides;

[0008] - Side sections, each side section is connected to one side of the central section, allowing the side sections to switch from a first position to a second position:

[0009] -The first position is the position in which the element is flat;

[0010] - The second position is a position where the side is raised relative to the center, so that the element forms a game board for tabletop games.

[0011] According to the first aspect, the invention is advantageously accomplished by the following features, alone or in any technically possible combination thereof:

[0012] - The side is also movable, allowing the component to be in a third position to form the lid of the desktop game box;

[0013] It includes eight retaining parts, each of which is disposed between two sides and is connected to an adjacent side and another retaining part, so as to hold the sides in a raised position when the element forms a game board.

[0014] - The retaining part includes a connecting device configured to connect adjacent retaining parts in pairs when the element forms a game board.

[0015] - The connecting device consists of a magnet or a fabric strip, the magnet or fabric strip including, for example, Velcro. TM Hooks, adhesives, or snap buttons.

[0016] -The side portion is connected to the side portion of the center portion via the first fold line;

[0017] -The retaining parts are connected in pairs via the second fold line;

[0018] It includes third folds, each third fold extending from one edge of one side to one edge of the other side facing it, the folds enabling the U-shaped element to be folded to form a U-shaped lid for a desktop game box.

[0019] This invention proposes a game box comprising a tray for storing game equipment and a lid that can be converted into a game mat. The lid is deformable, and the box is smaller than the box necessary to at least store a game mat.

[0020] Therefore, according to a second aspect, the present invention provides a desktop game box, comprising: a tray adapted to hold desktop game equipment; and a lid formed by elements according to a first aspect of the invention for said tray or game board.

[0021] According to the second aspect, the invention is advantageously accomplished by the following features, alone or in any technically possible combination thereof:

[0022] - The tray includes a first container and a second container, the second container being positioned above and assembled with the first container to be movable relative to the first container, thereby making the first container easily accessible.

[0023] - The second container is movably mounted relative to the first container by means of a rod, at least one rod connecting the first container to the second container to allow the second storage area to be deployed relative to the first storage area.

[0024] The rod includes a hole and is connected to the first and second containers by a pin, which is forcibly mounted in the hole of the rod to forcibly retain the rod in corresponding holes on the outer surfaces of the first and second containers.

[0025] - Each container includes compartments suitable for storing desktop gaming equipment.

[0026] - The first container includes a bottom and an edge, one edge being adapted to be unfolded to be parallel to the bottom, thereby facilitating access to the first container.

[0027] - The outer surfaces of the first and second containers are covered with a housing for concealing the rod.

[0028] It includes a tray and an element forming a U-shaped cover for the tray as described in claim 5.

[0029] It includes a drawer with a rectangular bottom; three walls perpendicular to the bottom and raised from three sides of the bottom respectively; a fourth wall movably mounted relative to the fourth side to be actuated between a high position and a low position, in the high position the four walls close the sides of the bottom, and in the low position one side is accessible; and a return device for returning the fourth movable wall to the high position when the fourth movable wall begins to rise.

[0030] - The drawer includes two intermediate walls that extend from the accessible side when the movable wall is in the low position, with the walls positioned at each end of the accessible side. When the movable wall is in the high position, the movable wall contacts the intermediate wall.

[0031] - A return device for returning the movable wall of a drawer includes complementary magnetized portions disposed on the intermediate wall and the movable wall, such that the movable wall is attracted toward its higher position when raised.

[0032] - The bottom of the drawer includes a step extending from the edge on the accessible side, such that the bottom includes a positive height from the edge on the accessible side.

[0033] The present invention proposes a storage tray for a game box, the game box including multiple compartmentalized layers for storing game equipment such as playing cards.

[0034] Therefore, the cards are stored correctly. Furthermore, the tray can be used as a dealer to allow different players easy access to the cards. Attached Figure Description

[0035] Other features, objects, and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following description, which is purely illustrative and not restrictive, and should be read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0036] Figure 1 An assembly diagram of a desktop game box according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0037] Figure 2 An exploded view of a desktop game box according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0038] Figure 3 A top view of the lid of a game box according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0039] Figure 4 A side view of the lid of a game box according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0040] Figure 5 A perspective view of the lid of a game box according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0041] Figure 6 A side view of the lid at the game board position is shown, according to an embodiment of a game box based on the present invention;

[0042] Figure 7 and Figure 8 A perspective view shows the tray of a game box according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 9 A view of the container assembly of a game box tray according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0044] Figure 10 The assembly of a tray container for a game box according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0045] Figure 11 An overall view of a box including a tray and a lid in a closed position, according to one embodiment, is shown.

[0046] Figure 12 An overall view of a box according to one embodiment is shown, wherein the lid is detached from the tray;

[0047] Figure 13 An overall view of a box according to one embodiment is shown, wherein the lid is detached from the tray and positioned below the tray in the unfolded position;

[0048] Figure 14 A drawer with an accessible side according to the invention is shown;

[0049] Figure 15 A drawer of a box according to the invention is shown, wherein all sides are closed;

[0050] Figure 16 The lid of a box according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0051] Figure 17 An overall view of a box including a tray and a lid in a closed position, according to one embodiment, is shown.

[0052] Figure 18 An overall view of a box according to one embodiment is shown, wherein the lid is detached from the tray;

[0053] Figure 19 An overall view of a box according to one embodiment is shown, wherein the lid is detached from the tray and positioned below the tray in the unfolded position;

[0054] Figure 20 An overall view of the tray of a box according to one embodiment is shown;

[0055] Figure 21A drawer of a box according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0056] Figure 22 An unfolded view of the lid of a game board that can be converted into a box according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0057] Figure 23 A lid is shown at the game board position of the box according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0058] In all the accompanying drawings, similar elements have the same reference numerals. Detailed Implementation

[0059] It should be noted that "box" refers to a storage tray with a lid.

[0060] Below, several game boxes including lids and storage trays will be described. The lids are advantageously convertible / transformable into game boards, which can preferably be converted from a flat or planar position to a position with raised edges.

[0061] It should be noted that "game board" refers to the area in which a game is played. This could be a dice-rolling area or an area including markers that allow the game to proceed. An example of a game board is a Goose Chess or Checkers game board, which are games well known to those skilled in the art (not an exhaustive list of examples).

[0062] The lid allows the storage tray to be closed. As will be described in detail later, the storage tray can be used alone or in combination with the lid.

[0063] Furthermore, when used alone, the lid can occupy two game board positions. In this case, it can be understood that it can include the game board in both of the aforementioned positions. The flat surface allows for easy folding or transport.

[0064] This box allows for the storage of game equipment, such as playing cards, one or more dice, one or more game pieces, etc. This list is not exhaustive, and those skilled in the art will understand that the box can store any elements used for tabletop games.

[0065] First Embodiment

[0066] Figure 1 and Figure 2 A desktop game box B1, including a lid 1a and a storage tray 2a, is shown according to a first embodiment.

[0067] As will be described in more detail, the game box B1 includes a storage tray 2a consisting of multiple stacked, potentially separable containers, one or more of which 21, 22 can be unfolded. This allows for a compact storage tray 2a while enabling optimized and accessible storage space.

[0068] Cover 1a / Transformable Game Board 1a

[0069] Figure 3 The lid 1a of the game box (or simply the deformable game board 1a when not intended to be used as a game box lid) is shown, which includes a central part 10a and sides 15a, 16a, 17a, 18a, the central part having four sides 11a, 12a, 13a, 14a, each side being connected to one side 11a, 12a, 13a, 14a of the central part 10a.

[0070] exist Figure 3 In the middle, the lid 1a is in a flat position P0, and for aesthetic purposes has a rectangular shape with rounded corners (see...). Figure 3 ).

[0071] The lid has a thickness, for example, between 2 and 6 mm. Figure 4 A side view of the lid 1a is shown.

[0072] The lid can be made of various materials, such as cardboard-based materials. Preferably, the lid 1a consists of an inner material and an outer material surrounding a base material such as cardboard, PP (polypropylene), or any other plastic. The base material ensures the rigidity of the lid. The outer material is typically made of PU leather, but it can also be any type of fabric. Preferably, it is PU leather on one side and microfiber fabric on the other side.

[0073] Sides 11a, 12a, 13a, and 14a are connected to the side portion, such that sides 15a, 16a, 17a, and 18a can be accessed from the first position P0 (see...). Figure 3 and Figure 5 Switch to the second position P1 (see) Figure 6 In other words, the side is movable, and the cover can be in either the first position P0 or the second position P1.

[0074] To allow for the elevation of the sides 15a, 16a, 17a, and 18a, the sides 15a, 16a, 17a, and 18a are connected to the center via first fold lines 110a, 120a, 130a, and 140a, which form a fragile area in the thickness of the cover 1a.

[0075] The ability to raise the side allows the lid to be switched from the first position P0 to the second position P1 or vice versa, and allows the lid 1a to be used as a game board.

[0076] Figure 6 The diagram shows a lid 1a as viewed from above, which has a side portion according to a second position P1. In this figure, the lid 1a can be used as a game board, specifically as a dice rolling area. The side portion allows for the prevention of dice escaping while rolling on the board.

[0077] To hold the sides 15a, 16a, 17a, and 18a together and to hold the lid in place according to the second position P1, the lid 1a includes eight retaining parts 31a, 32a, 33a, 34a, 35a, 36a, 37a, and 38a. Each retaining part is located between two sides 15a, 16a, 17a, and 18a. Specifically, the retaining parts 31a, 32a, 33a, 34a, 35a, 36a, 37a, and 38a are located at each corner of the central part 10a.

[0078] The retaining portions 31a, 32a, 33a, 34a, 35a, 36a, 37a, and 38a are formed in pairs within a square between each side portion 15a, 16a, 17a, and 18a, with each diagonal forming a second fold line 41a, 42a, 43a, and 44a, allowing two adjacent retaining portions 31a, 32a, 33a, 34a, 35a, 36a, 37a, and 38a to be folded over each other. Thus, the two retaining portions are clamped together towards the outer side of the central portion 10a. To hold them together, connecting devices 51a, 52a, 53a, 54a, 55a, 56a, 57a, and 58a are provided on each retaining portion 31a, 32a, 33a, 34a, 35a, 36a, 37a, and 38a.

[0079] These connecting devices 51a, 52a, 53a, 54a, 55a, 56a, 57a, and 58a can take various forms: magnets or fabric strips, including hooks such as Velcro. TM Either adhesive or a push button. It will be readily understood that two adjacent retaining parts may include complementary connecting devices if necessary: ​​magnets, Velcro... TM Especially the push-button.

[0080] In any case, magnets are preferred; in fact, these are simple devices that allow effortless switching from the first position P0 to the second position P1 or vice versa. In practice, when the corners are bent, they attract each other, allowing the lid to form a playboard. Conversely, the corners easily separate to form the lid.

[0081] Back Figure 3 The lid 1a also includes third fold lines 61a and 62a, each extending from one edge 151a, 161a, 171a, 181a on one side to an edge facing it on the other side. The third fold lines 61a and 62a allow the U-shaped element to be folded to form a U-shaped lid for the desktop game box B, as shown. Figure 2 As shown (the lid is in the third position P2).

[0082] Of course, other possibilities for the lid shape are also possible; depending on the desired shape of the lid, the fold line simply needs to be placed in other positions.

[0083] When used independently of a storage tray, the game element is advantageously a deformable game board that can be easily stored or transported.

[0084] Storage tray 2a

[0085] Figure 7 and Figure 8 A tray 2a for storing desktop gaming equipment is shown. This tray 2a can be used alone or in combination with the aforementioned cover 1a.

[0086] The tray 2a has a parallelepiped shape and advantageously includes a first container 21a and a second container 22a. The tray 2a is made of a cardboard-type material. Of course, other shapes are conceivable, and it is preferably made of the same material as the lid (see above).

[0087] Each container 21a, 22a includes a bottom 211a, 221a and U-shaped edges 211b, 221b disposed above the bottom. For example, the edges 211b, 221b may be attached to the bottom 211a, 221b. Thus, each container has an opening at its top.

[0088] Tray 2a has Figure 7 The first position shown primarily allows for the storage of game equipment and enables the receiving of lid 1a to close box B.

[0089] When tray 2a is in its storage position, the two containers 21a and 22a are positioned one on top of the other. Complementarily, the second container 22a is movable relative to the first container 21a to allow easy access to the lower container 21a. To allow this, the second container 22a can simply be positioned above the first container 21a. The player can easily unfold both containers.

[0090] However, for practical reasons, the second container 22a is movably fixed to the first container 21a. It can be simply slidably fixed. Those skilled in the art can use different methods to fix the second container 22a to the first container 21a, such as using a track system, for example, a flexible material, a shaft mechanism, or a pivot mechanism.

[0091] Advantageously, for aesthetic reasons, these mechanisms used to connect the containers are made invisible.

[0092] Figure 8A storage tray 2a is shown, in which a second container 22a is connected to a first container 21a to allow access to the first container 21a. Thus, it can be understood that the tray 2a can be switched from a first position to a second position, allowing access to the game equipment stored in box B. The first container 21a is the lower container, while the second container 22a is the upper container positioned above the first container 21a. The first container 21a supports the entire structure and is specifically rested on a support such as a table to be used.

[0093] Preferably, the second container 22a is fixed to the first container 21a in a deployable manner by means of a rod connecting the first container to the second container, so as to allow the second container 22a to be deployed relative to the first container 21a.

[0094] Specifically, two pairs of rods 23a and 24a connect the first container 21a to the second container 22a: one pair on each side ( Figure 9 (Only one side is shown in the image).

[0095] Figure 10 A possible connection between the first container 21a and the second container 22a is shown via rods 23a and 24a. Rods 23a and 24a are secured to the sidewall of each of the two containers 21a and 22a by pins 25a extending from a hole 26a at the end of the rod toward a complementary hole 27a. Thus, each container 21a and 22a includes a cavity 28 adapted to the shape of the rod 26a.

[0096] In a complementary manner, intermediate plates 212a and 222a (including holes 29a) are disposed on the rod 26a, and housings 213a and 223a cover the assembly, the housings including cavities 71a and 72a. Therefore, the rod mechanisms 23a and 24a are concealed, which gives the tray 2a an aesthetic appeal, i.e., an improved visual aspect.

[0097] To allow for ordered storage, each container 21a, 22a can be partitioned (e.g., Figure 8 (See below). Thus, each container includes one or more compartments 214a, 215a, 216a, 224a, 225a, 226a. For example, each container 21a, 22a may include three compartments 214a, 215a, 216a, 224a, 225a, 226a of the same shape and size. When the compartments 214a, 215a, 216a, 224a, 225a, 226a are used for card storage or as a card dealer, each compartment 214a, 215a, 216a, 224a, 225a, 226a includes a recess 73a formed in the bottom 211a, 221a of each container 21a, 22a at the entrance of each compartment 214a, 215a, 216a, 224a, 225a, 226a. When the container 2a is unfolded and used as a card dealer (see below). Figure 8 The recesses 73a in each compartment 214a, 215a, 216a, 224a, 225a, and 226a allow for convenient access to the cards. Furthermore, each compartment can be tilted so that when it contains the cards, they remain stationary and do not easily fall out. Thus, the bottom of each compartment is tilted backward.

[0098] In a complementary manner, the lower container 21a includes a magnet 230a (this location is schematically shown). Figure 7 Advantageously, the magnet is not shown for aesthetic reasons. These magnets are arranged in sufficient numbers to allow for the retention of a lid containing magnets complementary to those disposed on the first container 21a. Of course, the magnets can also be disposed on the second container 22a.

[0099] Tray 2a includes a foldable portion 217a over containers 21a and 22a. Figure 8 In addition to being able to close the front of the container, the foldable portion 217a also serves as a counterweight, so that the storage tray 2a remains in position when the container 22a is specifically unfolded.

[0100] In addition, the lid 1a and the storage tray 2a are held together firmly by these magnets.

[0101] Second Embodiment

[0102] Figures 11 to 16 A game box B2 according to a second embodiment is shown, which includes a storage tray 11 according to the second embodiment and a cover 12 that can be converted into a game board as described above.

[0103] Storage tray 11

[0104] The tray 11 includes a rectangular bottom 1110 shared by two storage spaces.

[0105] The first storage space is composed of a compartment 111, which includes longitudinal walls 1111 and 1112 perpendicular to the bottom 1110, and side walls 1113 and 1114.

[0106] Compartment 111 includes a longitudinal intermediate wall 1115 parallel to one of the longitudinal walls 1111. This longitudinal intermediate wall 1115 and the longitudinal walls 1111 define a small secondary storage space 1116. Therefore, compartment 111 has a first storage space, referred to as the main storage space, which allows storage of most game equipment, such as a box containing playing cards. The storage space 1116, referred to as the secondary storage space, allows storage of additional equipment, rulebooks, or specific accessories such as specific playing cards that require their dedicated space. Advantageously or additionally, this secondary storage space 1116 is advantageously divided in two by a side wall 1117.

[0107] Advantageous and as Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, the longitudinal walls 1112, 1111 include cutouts 1200 that allow access to the contents of the storage tray 11. These cutouts 1200 are rounded to facilitate access to the storage space and to avoid sharp protrusions that could damage the gaming equipment, particularly the cards.

[0108] The second storage space is formed by a housing 112 and is adjacent to compartment 111. The housing 112 includes four walls: two longitudinal walls 1122 and 1123 and two side walls 1121 and 1124 perpendicular to the bottom 1110. The longitudinal walls 1122 and 1123 of the housing 112 are respectively located in extensions of the longitudinal walls 1111 and 1112 of compartment 111. The side walls 1121 and 1124 of the housing 112 are parallel to the side walls 1113 and 1114 of compartment 111. One of the walls of the housing 111 also belongs to compartment 112. Figure 13 In the middle, it is a sidewall 1114. The housing 112 has positions 113, 114, 115 defined above the bottom: an upper position 115 accessible from above and one or more lower positions 113, 114 stacked below the upper assembly 115 (from top to bottom). Advantageously, the lower positions 113, 114 are separated by a partition 116. Alternatively, the partition 116 can be omitted to form a larger position.

[0109] like Figure 13 As shown, the housing 112 preferably includes three positions: an upper position 115 and two lower positions 113, 114. The lower positions are advantageously accessible via a longitudinal wall 1123 that is movable relative to the bottom 1110.

[0110] The movable wall 1123 allows access to the positions via the front surface of the storage tray 11. Specifically, the wall 1123 is movably mounted on one side 1125 of the housing 12 relative to the bottom 1110 of the storage tray 11, so as to be actuated toward a lower position so that it can be parallel to the bottom 1110. This facilitates access to positions 113, 114.

[0111] This mobility is possible because the bottom side 1125 and the lower side 1126 of the movable wall that contacts the housing 112 form a fold line, creating a fragile area in the thickness of the box at that location. Actuation of the movable wall 1123 is then possible.

[0112] Advantageously, housing 112 includes means for connecting movable wall 1123 to hold movable wall 1123 in a high position. The high position of the movable wall is a high position, that is, perpendicular to the bottom 1110 of storage tray 11 on housing 12. In this way, movable wall 1123 can close the position of housing 112. These connecting means can also form means for returning movable wall 1123 to its high position when raised.

[0113] These connecting devices can take many forms: magnets or fabric strips, including hooks such as Velcro. TM Or adhesive or push button.

[0114] According to one embodiment, the connecting device also forms a return device, which consists of magnetized portions 117, 118 disposed on the longitudinal wall 1151 of the upper position 115 and magnetized portions 117', 118' complementary to the magnetized portions disposed on the upper position 115. Thus, the magnetized portions of the movable wall 1123 and the magnetized portions of the upper position attract each other. Preferably, they attract each other to press the movable wall 1123 against the housing 112. This attraction allows the movable wall 1123 to easily press against the housing 112 when it begins to rise. Therefore, its actuation is easy, and thus the closing of the housing 112 is easy.

[0115] The magnetized portions 117, 118, 117', and 118' are schematically represented by circles in the diagram, but are actually not visible. Furthermore, other shapes for these magnetized portions can be imagined.

[0116] The upper position 115 has a bottom 1152 and two longitudinal walls 1151, 1153, one of which includes magnetized portions 117, 118. A preferably circular (without a sharp ridge, see above) cutout 119 is also provided on the wall 1151 including the magnets 117, 118 to create a space between the movable wall 1123 and the upper position 115, thereby enabling actuation of the movable wall 1123. The connecting device and possibly the return device are such that when the movable wall is in the high position, it is securely held to properly close the lower position. As already understood, the fact that the magnetized portion is preferably used for the connecting device also forms a means for returning the movable wall 1123 when it is near the magnetized portion of the upper position.

[0117] The upper position 115 has a closed area, which can be used, for example, as a dice rolling area during the game.

[0118] Therefore, two lower positions of the same size (here, two lower positions) are positioned below the upper position 115. These positions are advantageously used to receive drawers for holding game equipment, such as playing cards. Without the shelf 116, the drawers can be stacked on top of each other.

[0119] Drawer 13 with movable wall (see) Figure 14 and Figure 15 The drawer includes a rectangular base 130, two longitudinal walls 131 and 132, and two side walls 133 and 134 perpendicular to the base. The longitudinal walls 131 are movably mounted relative to one side 135 of the base to be actuated between a high position and a low position. In the high position, the four walls close the four sides; in the low position, one side 135 is accessible. This side is the front of the drawer. The drawer 13 also includes a connecting device that advantageously forms a means for returning the movable wall 131 to its raised position.

[0120] These connection and return mechanisms consist of intermediate walls 1360, 1370 extending from the accessible side 135 of the movable wall 131, with intermediate walls 1360, 1370 located at each end of the accessible side 135 and perpendicular to the bottom 130 and the longitudinal walls 131, 132. When the movable wall 131 is in a high position, it contacts the intermediate walls 1360, 1370. The connection and return mechanisms of the movable wall advantageously consist of magnetized portions 1361, 1371 disposed on the intermediate walls and complementary magnetized portions 1361', 1371' disposed on the movable wall 131. Thus, the magnetized portions of the movable wall and the magnetized portions on the intermediate walls attract each other. Preferably, they attract each other to press the movable wall 131 against the intermediate walls. This attraction allows the movable wall to be easily pressed against the intermediate walls when it begins to be raised. As already understood, when the movable wall 131 is in a high position and pressed against the intermediate wall, the magnetized portions that attract each other face each other.

[0121] The magnetized part is Figure 14 The magnetized portions are represented by circles, but are actually invisible. Furthermore, other shapes for these magnetized portions can be imagined.

[0122] Advantageously, the circular magnets are positioned on each intermediate wall and on the movable wall.

[0123] In cases where the connecting device does not form a return mechanism, these connecting devices can take various forms: magnets or fabric strips, including hooks such as Velcro. TM Or adhesive or push button.

[0124] As already explained with respect to housing 112, the provision of a magnet facilitates the operation of the movable wall of the drawer. In fact, by simply raising the movable wall once it comes close to the intermediate wall including the magnet, the movable wall is attracted by the magnet, which facilitates the manipulation of the movable wall and thus facilitates the closing of drawer 13.

[0125] According to an advantageous embodiment, when the four walls of drawer 13 are in the high position, each unit has the shape of a tray, with the movable wall abutting against the middle wall (see...). Figure 15 ).

[0126] In a complementary manner, the bottom 130 of drawer 13 includes a step 1300 extending from the accessible side 135, such that the bottom 130 includes a positive height from the accessible side.

[0127] In this way, when drawer 13 includes playing cards, fingers can reach through the space defined by the steps to grab the cards without having to flip the unit or shake it, which would damage the cards.

[0128] Advantageously, the movable wall 131 includes a central circular cutout 136 (see...) Figure 14 If needed, the movable wall 131 can also be used as a protrusion to pull the drawer 13 out of its position in the storage tray 11.

[0129] The storage tray 11 can be advantageously closed by a lid 12, which includes a rectangular central portion 120 from which rectangular sides 121, 122 extend. This lid 12 can be similar to the lid described above.

[0130] Sides 121 and 122 are connected to the center 120 by folds 123 and 124, which allows the cover 12 to be in a flat position (see Figure 13 and Figure 16 ) or has a U-shape (see Figure 11 and Figure 12 The side walls 121 and 122 are perpendicular to the center portion 120, so when the cover 12 forms a U-shape, the side walls are raised relative to the center portion 120.

[0131] These folds are fragile areas formed within the thickness of the lid 12. Therefore, it can be understood that the different parts of the lid are arranged together so that the lid can be switched from a first position to a second position or vice versa.

[0132] In a flat position (see) Figure 13 and Figure 16 The lid 12 is placed on the storage tray 11 (see...). Figure 13 Below, the central portion 120 is the same size as the bottom 1110 of the storage tray 11. It can be understood that the fact that it can be placed below the storage tray 11 prevents it from becoming too large during gameplay and prevents it from having to be close to the game components stored in the storage tray 11.

[0133] The sides 121, 122 of the lid 12 are smaller than the height of the walls of the storage tray 11. The lid in a U-shaped position allows the storage tray 11 to be closed. Retaining devices 125, 126, 127, 128 are further provided on the sides 121, 122 of the lid 12 to securely attach to the storage tray 11 when it is closed or when it is under the storage tray 11. These retaining devices can take various shapes.

[0134] According to one embodiment, the retaining device includes magnetized portions 125, 126 disposed on sidewalls 121, 122, the magnetized portions being designed to be pressed against the longitudinal wall of the storage tray 11: here each sidewall 121, 122 has two magnetized portions. These retaining devices also include magnetized portions 125', 126' complementary to the magnetized portions disposed on the sidewalls of the lid but on the longitudinal wall of the storage tray 11 (see...). Figure 13 ). Figure 13 Only those portions disposed on the longitudinal wall 1112 of the storage tray 11 are clearly shown, but another wall includes the same complementary magnetized portions. According to the first embodiment: there are four magnetized portions.

[0135] These retaining devices can take many forms: magnets or fabric strips, including hooks such as Velcro. TM Either adhesive or a snap-fit ​​button. The housing with a magnetized portion is described below, but this also applies to other alternatives for retaining the device.

[0136] In a complementary manner, the retaining device also includes a knob for receiving in a complementary recess, the knob forming a convex portion. Knobs 127 and 128 are advantageously positioned between the magnetized portions of the side walls 121 and 122 of the cover 12, on the surface to be pressed against the storage tray 11. Thus, it can be: magnetized portion, knob, magnetized portion, knob, magnetized portion. The recess 127' is positioned on the longitudinal walls 1111 and 1112 of the storage tray 11 in which the knob must be fitted.

[0137] The combination of the magnetized part and the knob ensures that the cover is securely attached to the storage tray 11, and also guides the user to position the cover 12 on the storage tray 11.

[0138] In this way, tray 11 is closed and nothing can escape. Storage tray 11 and lid 12 constitute game box B2, which allows for secure and reliable storage of game components. These parts are in their positions and properly held. Furthermore, lid 12 can be completely separated from storage tray 11. This is achieved by using fold lines to space the side walls 121, 122 of the lid of storage tray 11 and lifting the lid.

[0139] Furthermore, the fact that the magnetized portion is preferred over other alternatives allows for the benefit of attraction between the different magnetized portions, which facilitates the positioning of the lid 12 on the storage tray 11. Also, the lid is positioned on the storage tray in no particular orientation. It must be ensured that the sidewall of the lid 12 with its protrusions is positioned to press against the longitudinal wall of the storage tray 11.

[0140] According to another alternative embodiment, the holding device is simply composed of a knob, and therefore has no magnetized part.

[0141] For the sake of brevity, the combination of the connecting device and the returning device can be referred to as the "returning device".

[0142] Third Embodiment

[0143] Figures 17 to 23 A game box B3 according to a third embodiment is shown in particular, which includes a storage tray 21 and a lid 22.

[0144] As shown in the figure, the storage tray 21 for the box 2 is advantageously larger than the storage tray 11 of the box B2 according to the second embodiment.

[0145] Tray 21 includes a rectangular bottom 2110 shared by two storage spaces (see...) Figure 17 The first storage space, consisting of compartment 211 and a second storage space, is formed by housing 212. The two storage spaces are adjacent to each other.

[0146] The first storage space includes side walls 2111, 2112 and longitudinal walls 2113, 2114 perpendicular to the bottom 2110. Advantageously, the removable wall 300 allows adjustment of the storage space formed by the compartments 211. Recesses 301 are formed on the inner surface of the longitudinal walls inside the compartments. The removable wall 300 can be placed in these recesses depending on the space required for the compartments 211. The removable wall 300 can be stored in various locations when not in use: even above playing cards, below storage trays, or in the compartments, when space permits.

[0147] Advantageous and as Figure 19 and Figure 20 As shown, the sidewalls 2111, 2112 include cutouts 2200 that allow easy access to the contents of the storage tray. These cutouts 2200 are rounded to facilitate access to the storage space and to avoid sharp protrusions that could damage the gaming equipment, especially the cards.

[0148] The second storage space includes four walls: two side walls 2123, 2124 and two longitudinal walls 2121, 2122 connected to the bottom 2110; one of these walls is shared with the wall of compartment 211. As previously described, the housing 212 includes positions 213, 214, 215: an upper position 215 accessible from above and a lower position below the upper component (from top to bottom). Furthermore, in the first embodiment, a shelf 216 may be provided to define the lower positions 213, 214. This shelf 216 may be omitted to create a larger space.

[0149] Unlike the second embodiment, the housing 212 has two movable sidewalls 2123, 2124, which allow access to the lower position via two opposing surfaces of the housing 212. This is advantageous because a drawer 13 with movable walls, which are already positioned relative to the box according to the second embodiment, can be stored. Figure 14 and Figure 15 The description is provided. In a complementary manner, drawer 24 (see [reference]) without movable walls can be stored. Figure 21 This is thus referred to as a single drawer. Therefore, the box B3 according to the third embodiment may include two types of drawers: drawers with movable walls (see...). Figure 14 and Figure 15 ) or single-wall drawer (see Figure 21 ).

[0150] The movable walls 2123 and 2124 according to the third embodiment are the same as the movable walls of the container B2 according to the second embodiment: the connecting device is preferably formed as a return device consisting of magnetized portions 217 and 218 disposed on the walls 2151 and 2152 at the upper position 215, and the movable walls 2123 and 2124 include complementary magnetized portions 217' and 218'.

[0151] Cutouts 219 are provided on the walls 2151, 2152 including connecting devices 217, 218 to create space between each movable wall 2123, 2124 and the upper position, thereby enabling actuation of the movable wall 2123.

[0152] Here, the connecting device can take many forms: magnets or fabric strips, including hooks such as Velcro. TM Or adhesive or button. When the connecting devices 217, 218 are magnetized, they also form a return device to return the movable wall 2123 when it is actuated.

[0153] It is understood that the movable walls of the boxes according to the first embodiment or the second embodiment have the same structure and the same actuation.

[0154] Here, the upper position also has a closed Z-zone, which can be used as a dice rolling area during the game, as a storage area for any equipment needed for the game: notebooks, pens, etc.

[0155] Single drawer 24 (see) Figure 21 The housing 240 has a rectangular bottom 240 and rectangular walls 241, 242, 243, and 244 at the bottom 240. Cutouts 245 are provided on opposite walls, allowing the drawer to be gripped when in the appropriate position. The provision of opposite cutouts allows for a non-imposed storage orientation of individual drawers within the housing 212. Of course, a single notch could be provided, but in this case, storage in only one direction would be facilitated for a single drawer.

[0156] In a complementary manner, this single drawer 24 can be stored in the housing of the box according to the first embodiment.

[0157] In the first embodiment, the storage tray 21 can advantageously be closed by a cover 22 of the same type as in the first embodiment.

[0158] exist Figure 17 and Figure 18 In the middle, the lid is positioned in a way that makes it form the lid for box 2. Figure 19 In the middle, due to space constraints, it is located below storage tray 21. The lid here is also of the same type as the lid mentioned above.

[0159] The lid 22 includes sides 221, 222 connected to the central portion 220 by folds 223, 224, which allows the lid 22 to be in a flat position (see...). Figure 22 ) or has a U-shape (see Figure 17 The side walls 221 and 222 are then perpendicular to the center portion 220, and thus rise relative to the center portion 220 when the lid is U-shaped.

[0160] In its flat position, the lid 22 rests beneath the storage tray 21, and the U-shaped position of the lid allows the storage tray 21 to be closed. Retaining devices are also provided on the sides 221, 222 of the lid 22, so that the lid is securely attached to the storage tray 21 when the storage tray is closed. These retaining devices advantageously consist of magnetized portions 225, 226, allowing the lid 22 to be attached to the storage tray 21, the walls of which include complementary magnetized portions 226' that attract the magnetized portions of the lid 22. Figure 20 Complementary magnetized portions are also present on wall 2112, but are not shown in these figures. These magnetized portions are advantageously connected to knobs, which are designed to be received in complementary recesses, forming convex portions. Knobs 227 and 228 are advantageously located on the sides 221 and 222 of cover 22.

[0161] The knob is adapted to be received in a recess 227' provided on the side wall of the storage tray 21. Furthermore, the cover 22 is also completely detachable from the storage tray 21. This is achieved by simply spaced out the side walls 221, 222 of the cover of the storage tray 21 due to the presence of the fold lines, and then lifting the cover.

[0162] Optionally, and as previously described specifically for the first embodiment, the cover 22 can be converted into a game board, that is, it can be used as an area for playing games.

[0163] For this purpose, the sides 221, 222 include auxiliary fold lines 224' which form the sides 231, 232 of each side 221, 222, and other sides 2230 are also formed at the center 220.

[0164] These zigzag lines advantageously allow these sides to be raised to define the game area.

[0165] The cover 22 includes eight retaining parts 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, and 38. Each retaining part is located between two side parts. In particular, the retaining parts 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, and 38 are located at each corner of the central part 220.

[0166] The retaining parts 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, and 38 form a square in pairs between each side portion. Each diagonal of this square forms a fold line 41, 42, 43, and 44, allowing two adjacent retaining parts to be folded together. Thus, the two retaining parts are clamped together towards the outer side of the center portion 220. A connecting device is provided on each retaining part to hold them together.

[0167] These retaining devices can take many forms: magnets or fabric strips, including hooks such as Velcro. TM Either adhesive or a push button. It will be readily understood that two adjacent retaining parts may include complementary retaining devices if necessary: ​​magnets, Velcro... TM Especially the push-button.

[0168] In any case, magnets are preferred; in fact, these are simple devices that allow the formation of a game board. In fact, when the corners are bent, they attract each other, allowing the cover 22 to form the game board. Conversely, the corners easily separate to form the cover.

[0169] According to the second embodiment, the cover 22, which can be converted into a game board by adjusting its size, can also be used in conjunction with the storage tray 11.

[0170] Boxes 1 and 2 according to one of the above embodiments are advantageously cardboard-based boxes having a thickness between 2 mm and 6 mm. For aesthetic reasons, the cardboard is advantageously covered with decorative equipment. Preferably, the box consists of an inner and outer material surrounding a base material such as cardboard, PP (polypropylene), or any other plastic. It is understood that the chosen material is sufficiently rigid and strong to be suitable for the storage of the game equipment, which, in the case of playing cards, can prove to be quite heavy. The outer material is typically PU leather, but it can also be any type of fabric. Preferably, it is PU leather on one side and microfiber fabric on the other side.

[0171] According to the third embodiment, box B3 specifically includes a long drawer for storing accessories: these drawers are single drawers with fixed walls and located at the rear of box B3 (see...). Figure 19 Box B3 also includes a "shorter" drawer for memory cards, which has movable walls and is located at the front of box B3 (see...). Figure 19 Therefore, the single drawer is located at the back of the box, while the drawer with movable walls is located at the front.

[0172] Combination of Implementation Examples

[0173] Those skilled in the art will understand that, where technically possible, the features of each embodiment can be readily combined: a drawer with movable walls; a single drawer; a first storage space adjustable via removable walls; an intermediate storage space; a lid convertible into a game board; and different configurations of storage trays with single drawers or movable walls.

Claims

1. A game element (1a), which is a game element of a desktop game box (B1, B2, B3), comprising: - Central portion (10a), the central portion comprising four sides (11a, 12a, 13a, 14a); - Side portions (15a, 16a, 17a, 18a), each of said side portions being connected to a side surface (11a, 12a, 13a, 14a) of said central portion (10a), such that said side portions (15a, 16a, 17a, 18a) can switch from a first position (P0) to a second position (P1): - The first position (P0) is the position in which the element (1a) is flat; - The second position (P1) is a position where the side portion is raised relative to the center portion (10a), such that the element (1a) forms a game board for tabletop games. The element includes eight retaining portions, each disposed between two side portions, the retaining portions being connected to adjacent side portions (15a, 16a, 17a, 18a) and another retaining portion, so as to hold the side portions (15a, 16a, 17a, 18a) in the raised position when the element forms a game board.

2. The element (1a) according to claim 1, wherein the side portion is also movable, such that the element is in a third position (P2) to form the lid of the desktop game box.

3. The element (1a) according to claim 1, wherein, The retaining portion includes a connecting device configured to connect adjacent retaining portions in pairs when the element (1a) forms a game board.

4. The element (1a) according to claim 3, wherein, The connecting device consists of a magnet or a fabric strip, which includes a hook, adhesive, or snap button.

5. The element (1a) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, The side portion is connected to the side of the central portion (10a) via a first fold line (110a, 120a, 130a, 140a).

6. The element (1a) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, The retaining parts are connected in pairs via the second fold lines (41a, 42a, 43a, 44a).

7. The element (1a) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, comprising a third fold line, each of the third fold lines extending from one edge of one side to an edge of another side facing it, the fold lines enabling the element to be folded to form a U-shaped lid for a desktop game box.

8. A desktop game box, comprising: - Tray (2a), which is suitable for holding equipment for tabletop games; - An element (1a) according to any one of the preceding claims is formed as a cover for the tray or game board.

9. The desktop game box according to claim 8, wherein the tray (2a) includes a first container (21a) and a second container (22a), the second container (22a) being disposed above the first container (21a) and assembled with the first container (21a) so as to be movable relative to the first container (21a), thereby making the first container accessible.

10. The desktop game box of claim 9, wherein the second container is movably mounted relative to the first container (21a) by means of a rod, at least one rod connecting the first container (21a) to the second container (22a) to allow a second storage area to unfold relative to a first storage area.

11. The desktop game box of claim 10, wherein the rod includes a hole and is connected to the first container and the second container by a pin, the pin being forcibly mounted in the hole of the rod to forcibly retain the rod in corresponding holes on the outer surfaces of the first container and the second container.

12. The tabletop game box according to any one of claims 8 to 11, wherein each container (21a, 22a) includes a compartment suitable for storing tabletop game equipment.

13. The desktop game box according to any one of claims 9 to 11, wherein the first container (21a) includes a bottom and an edge, one edge being adapted to unfold parallel to the bottom, thereby facilitating access to the first container (21a).

14. The desktop game box according to any one of claims 10 to 11, wherein the outer surfaces of the first container (21a) and the second container (22a) are covered with a housing for concealing the rod.

15. A desktop game box according to any one of claims 8 to 11, comprising a tray (2a) and an element (1a) according to claim 4, the element forming a U-shaped lid for the tray (2a).

16. The desktop game box according to any one of claims 8 to 11, comprising a drawer (13), said drawer (13) comprising: The bottom of the rectangle is (130). Three walls (132, 133, 134) that are perpendicular to the bottom and rise from the three sides of the bottom respectively; A fourth wall (131) is movably mounted relative to a fourth side to be actuated between a high position and a low position, wherein in the high position the four walls close the side of the bottom, and in the low position one side is an accessible side. The return device (1360, 1361, 1361', 1370, 1371, 1371') for returning the movable fourth wall (131) returns it to the high position as it begins to rise.

17. The desktop game box of claim 16, wherein the drawer includes two intermediate walls, the intermediate walls extending from the accessible side when the movable fourth wall (131) is in the low position, the walls being disposed at each end of the accessible side, and the movable fourth wall (131) contacting the intermediate walls when the movable fourth wall (131) is in the high position.

18. The desktop game box of claim 17, wherein the return device for returning the movable fourth wall (131) of the drawer includes complementary magnetized portions disposed on the intermediate wall and the movable fourth wall (131), such that the movable fourth wall (131) is attracted toward its high position when raised.

19. The desktop game box of claim 16, wherein the bottom of the drawer includes a step extending from the edge of the accessible side, such that the bottom includes a positive height from the edge of the accessible side.

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