Magnetic type gamepad and game equipment

Abstract

The utility model provides a magnetic type gamepad and game equipment. The magnetic type gamepad comprises at least one gamepad main body; the gamepad main body is provided with a game operation assembly; a magnetic attraction assembly is arranged in the area, not provided with the game operation assembly, of the gamepad body so that magnetic attraction connection between every two adjacent gamepad bodies can be achieved through the magnetic attraction assembly, or magnetic attraction connection between the gamepad body and external game equipment can be achieved, and the gamepad body and the external game equipment can be switched between a split mode or a combined mode. According to the magnetic type gamepad and the game equipment, the gamepad can be used in a split mode or in a combined mode, the combination mode is convenient and fast, high use flexibility is achieved, meanwhile, the gamepad can be in magnetic connection with the external game equipment, the expansion connection performance of the gamepad is optimized to a great extent, and the use experience of a user is optimized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of electrical products, and in particular to a magnetic game controller and game equipment. Background Art

[0002] The game controller is a common component of electronic game consoles. By operating its buttons, etc., the virtual characters in the game can be controlled. After years of development, the game controller has expanded to include many functional buttons to meet the needs of users.

[0003] At present, the expandable connectivity between game controllers and other external gaming devices is increasingly valued. However, the expansion connection of current game controllers is not convenient, and the flexibility of use of game controllers is poor, resulting in a low product experience and failure to meet user needs.

[0004] Therefore, there is a need for a solution to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the defects in the prior art, the present application proposes a magnetic game controller and game equipment.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by this application to solve the above technical problems is:

[0007] A magnetic game controller, comprising: at least one controller body;

[0008] A game operation component is provided on the handle body; a magnetic component is provided in an area of ​​the handle body where the game operation component is not provided, so as to realize a magnetic connection between two adjacent handle bodies, or realize a magnetic connection between the handle body and an external game device, so as to switch between the handle body and the external game device between a separate mode and a combined mode.

[0009] In a specific embodiment, the handle body includes: a game control part and a connecting piece;

[0010] One of the side of the game control part and the side of the connecting member is provided with a concave sliding groove, and the other of the two is provided with a protruding sliding member matching the shape of the sliding groove.

[0011] The detachable connection between the game control part and the connecting member is achieved by sliding the sliding member into the sliding groove.

[0012] In a specific embodiment, one or more receiving grooves are provided inside the connecting member;

[0013] All of the receiving grooves are located on a side of the connecting member away from the handle body and are evenly arranged along the length direction of the connecting member; the magnetic attraction component includes one or more magnetic attraction members, and different magnetic attraction members are arranged in different receiving grooves.

[0014] In a specific embodiment, two adjacent magnetic elements are arranged with opposite polarities at one end away from the handle body.

[0015] In a specific embodiment, one end of the sliding groove is provided with an opening, and the end of the sliding groove away from the opening is connected with a locking groove.

[0016] One end of the sliding member is provided with a clamping portion adapted to the clamping groove;

[0017] One end of the sliding member provided with the engaging portion is slidably embedded in the sliding groove from the opening and is engaged and connected with the engaging groove.

[0018] In a specific embodiment, one end of the side wall of the connecting member away from the opening is recessed inward to form a lanyard hole;

[0019] A connecting column for connecting a lanyard is disposed across the lanyard hole, and the connection between the connecting member and the lanyard is achieved by the lanyard passing through the lanyard hole and connecting to the connecting column.

[0020] In a specific embodiment, a button assembly is further provided on the connecting member, and the button assembly includes: a pressing surface and an abutting portion;

[0021] A first through hole is provided on one side of the connecting member, and a second through hole is provided on the other side of the connecting member in an area corresponding to the first through hole; one end of the pressing surface provided on the button assembly is exposed in the first through hole, and one end of the abutting portion provided on the button assembly extends from the inside to the outside of the second through hole and abuts against the game operation assembly provided on the side wall of the game control portion.

[0022] In a specific embodiment, the handle body is provided with a wireless module for communicating with the external gaming device;

[0023] And / or, an electrical connector is provided on the connecting piece, so that when the connecting piece is magnetically connected to the external gaming device through the magnetic attraction component, a communication connection is achieved with the external gaming device through the electrical connector.

[0024] In a specific embodiment, an indicator light is also provided to indicate the state of the game controller;

[0025] The handle body is provided with a mounting groove for mounting the indicator light, and the handle body is provided with a light-transmitting portion at a position corresponding to the indicator light, and the light-transmitting portion is located on a side of the handle body having the game operation component.

[0026] The indicator light is arranged on the mounting groove so that at least part of the light of the indicator light is transmitted through the light-transmitting portion.

[0027] A gaming device, comprising any magnetic gaming handle as described in the first part.

[0028] Beneficial effects:

[0029] The present application provides a magnetic game controller and game equipment, which can be used separately or together. The combination method is convenient and has strong flexibility in use. At the same time, it can be magnetically connected to an external game device, which greatly optimizes the expansion connection performance of the game controller to optimize the user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0030] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the drawings required for use in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the present application and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0031] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the handle main structure of this embodiment;

[0032] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the game control unit and the connector split mode of this embodiment;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the handle body of this embodiment;

[0034] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the double handle main body combined mode of this embodiment;

[0035] Figure 5 This is a diagram showing the connection relationship between the handle body and the external gaming device of this embodiment;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing the connection status between the handle body of this embodiment and an external gaming device.

[0037] Reference numerals:

[0038] 1-handle body; 11-game control part; 12-game operation component; 121-function button; 122-joystick; 13-main control unit; 14-magnetic component; 141-magnetic part; 2-connecting part; 21-accommodating slot; 22-lanyard hole; 23-connecting column; 24-installation slot; 3-external game device; 41-sliding slot; 411-opening; 412-engaging slot; 42-sliding part; 421-engaging part; 5-button component; 51-first through hole; 52-second through hole; 53-pressing surface; 54-abutting part; 61-wireless module; 62-electrical connector; 71-indicator light; 72-light-transmitting part. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0039] In the following, various embodiments of the present disclosure will be described more fully. The present disclosure may have various embodiments, and adjustments and changes may be made therein. However, it should be understood that there is no intention to limit the various embodiments of the present disclosure to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but rather the present disclosure should be understood to cover all adjustments, equivalents and / or alternatives that fall within the spirit and scope of the various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0040] Hereinafter, the terms "include" or "may include" used in various embodiments of the present disclosure indicate the presence of disclosed functions, operations, or elements, and do not limit the addition of one or more functions, operations, or elements. In addition, as used in various embodiments of the present disclosure, the terms "include", "have", and their cognates are intended only to indicate specific features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, components, or a combination of the foregoing, and should not be understood as first excluding the presence of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, components, or a combination of the foregoing or the possibility of adding one or more features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, components, or a combination of the foregoing.

[0041] In various embodiments of the present disclosure, the expression "or" or "at least one of A or / and B" includes any combination or all combinations of the words listed at the same time. For example, the expression "A or B" or "at least one of A or / and B" may include A, may include B, or may include both A and B.

[0042] The expressions (such as "first", "second", etc.) used in the various embodiments of the present disclosure may modify the various constituent elements in the various embodiments, but may not limit the corresponding constituent elements. For example, the above expressions do not limit the order and / or importance of the elements. The above expressions are only used for the purpose of distinguishing one element from other elements. For example, the first user device and the second user device indicate different user devices, although both are user devices. For example, without departing from the scope of the various embodiments of the present disclosure, the first element may be referred to as the second element, and similarly, the second element may also be referred to as the first element.

[0043] It should be noted that if it is described that one component element is “connected” to another component element, the first component element may be directly connected to the second component element, and a third component element may be “connected” between the first component element and the second component element. Conversely, when one component element is “directly connected” to another component element, it can be understood that there is no third component element between the first component element and the second component element.

[0044] The term “user” used in various embodiments of the present disclosure may indicate a person using an electronic device or a device (eg, an artificial intelligence electronic device) using the electronic device.

[0045] The terms used in the various embodiments of the present disclosure are only used for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the various embodiments of the present disclosure. As used herein, the singular form is intended to also include the plural form, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical terms and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as the meanings commonly understood by ordinary technicians in the field to which the various embodiments of the present disclosure belong. The terms (such as the terms defined in the generally used dictionary) will be interpreted as having the same meaning as the contextual meaning in the relevant technical field and will not be interpreted as having an idealized meaning or an overly formal meaning, unless clearly defined in the various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0046] Example

[0047] The present application embodiment provides a magnetic game controller, such as Figures 1 to 6 As shown, it includes: at least one handle body 1;

[0048] The handle body 1 is provided with a game operation component 12;

[0049] A magnetic component 14 is provided in the area on the handle body 1 where the game operation component 12 is not provided, so as to realize a magnetic connection between two adjacent handle bodies 1 or a magnetic connection between the handle body 1 and an external game device 3 through the magnetic component 14, so as to switch between the handle body 1 and the external game device 3 between a split mode or a combined mode.

[0050] The external game device 3 mentioned above may include a game console, and may also include other accessories used in conjunction with a game controller. Of course, there is no limitation on the specific type of the external game device 3.

[0051] like Figures 3 to 6As shown, magnetic connection between the handle body 1 and the external game device 3, and between the handle bodies 1 and the handle bodies 1 is achieved through the magnetic suction component 14. The method of use is simple, and the handle body 1 can be used separately or together. The combination method is convenient and has strong flexibility in use. At the same time, the handle can be magnetically connected to the external game device 3, which greatly optimizes the extended connection performance of the game controller to optimize the user experience. While facilitating the coordinated use of the game controller and the external game device 3, the applicable scenarios and usage methods of the game controller are expanded, thereby enhancing versatility.

[0052] Furthermore, if Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the handle body 1 includes: a game control part 11 and a connecting part 2;

[0053] Specifically, in some embodiments of the present application, the game operation component 12 may include function buttons 121 and a joystick 122. The game operation component 12 is located on the game control part 11. A main control unit 13 is provided on the handle body 1. The function buttons 121 are configured for different functional operations, such as start, stop, select mode, etc.; the joystick 122 is used to provide direction control or analog control; the function buttons 121 and the joystick 122 communicate with the main control unit 13 through a communication protocol. The main control unit 13 performs corresponding operations according to the received signals, thereby realizing the functions of the function buttons 121 and the joystick 122.

[0054] One of the side of the game control part 11 and the side of the connecting member 2 is provided with a concave sliding groove 41, and the other of the two is provided with a protruding sliding member 42 matching the shape of the sliding groove 41.

[0055] The detachable connection between the game control unit 11 and the connecting member 2 is achieved by sliding the sliding member 42 into the sliding groove 41 .

[0056] Optionally, a sliding groove 41 or a sliding member 42 may be provided on one side of the game control part 11, and a sliding member 42 or a sliding groove 41 may be correspondingly provided on one side of the connecting member 2;

[0057] Specifically, in some embodiments of the present application, a sliding member 42 is provided on one side of the game control unit 11, and a sliding groove 41 is correspondingly provided on one side of the connecting member 2; of course, there is no limitation on the specific location of the sliding groove 41 and the sliding member 42.

[0058] The sliding member 42 can move along the length direction of the sliding groove 41 . The sliding member 42 slides along the length direction of the sliding groove 41 and is embedded in the sliding groove 41 , thereby realizing a detachable connection between the game control part 11 and the connecting member 2 .

[0059] The concave-convex matching structure between the concave sliding groove 41 and the protruding sliding member 42 increases the contact surface between the sliding groove 41 and the sliding member 42, which can increase the friction between them and provide a more stable connection. The connection relationship is relatively simple and easy to use.

[0060] Furthermore, if Figure 1 As shown, one or more receiving grooves 21 are provided inside the connecting member 2;

[0061] The arrangement of the receiving groove 21 facilitates the reasonable planning and layout of the internal space of the connector 2, making the internal structure more compact and reasonable, facilitating the positioning and installation of the magnetic attraction member 141, simplifying the installation process, and improving the installation speed.

[0062] All the receiving grooves 21 are located on a side of the connecting member 2 away from the handle body 1 and are evenly arranged along the length direction of the connecting member 2;

[0063] The magnetic attraction assembly 14 includes one or more magnetic attraction members 141. Different magnetic attraction members 141 are arranged in different receiving grooves 21, which helps the handle body 1 to achieve balance and stability of magnetic attraction when adsorbing with the external game device 3 or other handle bodies 1.

[0064] Specifically, in some embodiments of the present application, the magnetic attraction member 141 includes a magnet block.

[0065] Different magnetic components 141 are arranged in different receiving slots 21, which helps to avoid mutual repulsion, adsorption and interference between different magnetic components 141 to a certain extent, making the magnetic attraction force more stable and concentrated, thereby achieving a better magnetic connection effect and optimizing the user experience.

[0066] Furthermore, two adjacent magnetic elements 141 are arranged with opposite polarities at one end away from the handle body 1 .

[0067] By setting the polarity of the two adjacent magnetic parts 141, a fool-proof technical effect can be achieved. When the two handle bodies 1 are combined and used, if the connection method between the handle bodies 1 is incorrect, the magnetic parts 141 on the two game handles will repel each other due to the same magnetic properties, resulting in a mismatch in the polarity between the magnetic parts 141, and the combined connection cannot be achieved; only when the position relationship of the game handle parts is correct can they be successfully connected, which can effectively prevent damage caused by incorrect use by the user and optimize the user experience.

[0068] Furthermore, if Figure 1 As shown, one end of the sliding slot 41 is provided with an opening 411, and the end of the sliding slot 41 away from the opening 411 is connected to a locking slot 412.

[0069] One end of the sliding member 42 is provided with a snap-fitting portion 421 adapted to the snap-fitting groove 412;

[0070] One end of the sliding member 42 provided with the engaging portion 421 is slidably inserted into the sliding groove 41 from the opening 411 and engaged with the engaging groove 412 .

[0071] The arrangement of the engaging groove 412 and the engaging portion 421 provides an additional connection, increases the contact area between the sliding groove 41 and the sliding member 42, increases the friction force, plays an auxiliary connection role, and helps to achieve a stable connection between the connecting member 2 and the game control unit 11;

[0072] The setting of the single opening 411 limits the movement direction of the sliding member 42 embedded in the sliding groove 41, which also helps to achieve the correct connection between the connecting member 2 and the game controller, and can also minimize the volume and occupied space of the connecting member 2, making its structure more compact.

[0073] Furthermore, if Figures 2 to 4 As shown, one end of the side wall of the connecting member 2 away from the opening 411 is recessed inward to form a hanging rope hole 22;

[0074] A connecting column 23 for connecting a lanyard is disposed across the lanyard hole 22 . The lanyard is connected to the connecting column 23 by passing the lanyard through the lanyard hole 22 , thereby achieving connection between the connecting member 2 and the lanyard.

[0075] The lanyard hole 22 on the connector 2 of the game controller allows the user to easily hang the controller on a backpack. In particular, when in use, the controller body 1 is held in the palm of the user, and the lanyard sleeve provided on the lanyard hole 22 is provided on the user's arm to avoid loss or damage of the game controller.

[0076] Furthermore, if Figure 1 As shown, a button assembly 5 is also provided on the connecting member 2 of the handle body 1, and the button assembly 5 includes: a pressing surface 53 and an abutting portion 54;

[0077] A first through hole 51 is formed on one side of the connecting member 2, and a second through hole 52 is formed on the other side of the connecting member 2 in an area corresponding to the first through hole 51;

[0078] One end of the button assembly 5 with a pressing surface 53 is exposed from the first through hole 51 , and one end of the button assembly 5 with a contact portion 54 extends from the inside to the outside of the second through hole 52 to contact the function button 121 disposed on the side wall of the game control unit 11 .

[0079] When the game control unit 11 and the connecting member 2 are combined and connected for use, the function button 121 arranged on the side wall of the game control unit 11 is covered by the connecting member 2. When the function of the function button 121 needs to be used, the connecting member 2 needs to be separated from the game control unit 11, which causes inconvenience in use;

[0080] The provision of the button assembly 5 optimizes the use process and avoids inconvenience in use. The area of ​​one end of the pressing surface 53 is larger than the area of ​​one end of the abutting portion 54. The area of ​​one end of the pressing surface 53 is larger, which is convenient for dispersing force, avoiding stress concentration, and optimizing the pressing feeling. The area of ​​one end of the abutting portion 54 is smaller and abuts against the function key 121, which is convenient for increasing the pressure and achieving a more sensitive pressing control effect, thereby improving the pressing experience of the button assembly 5 and enhancing the flexibility of use.

[0081] Furthermore, if Figure 1 As shown, the handle body 1 is provided with a wireless module 61 for communicating with an external game device 3;

[0082] and / or, if Figure 5 As shown, an electrical connector 62 is provided on the connecting member 2 so that when the connecting member 2 is magnetically connected to the external gaming device 3 via the magnetic attraction assembly 14 , a communication connection is achieved with the external gaming device 3 via the electrical connector 62 .

[0083] By setting a wireless module 61 on the game controller, wireless communication connection with the external game device 3 can be achieved without the need for traditional wired connection. Players can communicate with the external game device 3 more conveniently, reducing the entanglement and restrictions of the connection line; increasing the comfort and freedom of the game.

[0084] At the same time, by setting the electrical connector 62 on the connecting member 2, when the connecting member 2 is magnetically connected to the external game device 3 through the magnetic attraction component 14, the electrical connector 62 can be used to achieve communication connection with the external game device 3. This design can support two-way data transmission between the game controller and the external game device 3, promote interactivity and cooperation between devices, and provide a richer gaming experience.

[0085] When the function of one of the electrical connector 62 or the wireless module 61 is damaged, it will not affect the use of the game controller; if the electrical connector 62 is damaged and the wireless module 61 works normally, the user can still communicate with the external game device 3 wirelessly; vice versa, if the wireless module 61 is damaged but the electrical connector 62 works normally, the user can still communicate with the external game device 3 via a wired method; whether wirelessly or wired, it helps the communication and operation between the handle body 1 and the external game device 3 to proceed normally.

[0086] Furthermore, if Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the handle body 1 is also provided with an indicator light 71 for indicating the state of the game handle;

[0087] The handle body 1 is provided with a mounting groove 24 for mounting the indicator light 71. A light-transmitting portion 72 is provided on the handle body 1 at a position corresponding to the indicator light 71. The light-transmitting portion 72 is located on a side of the handle body 1 having the operating component.

[0088] The indicator light 71 is disposed on the mounting groove 24 so that at least a portion of the light of the indicator light 71 is transmitted through the light-transmitting portion 72 .

[0089] The cooperation of the indicator light 71 and the light-transmitting portion 72 can provide real-time feedback on the status of the handle body 1. The indicator light 71 can indicate whether the handle body 1 is connected to an external device, whether the battery is sufficiently charged, and the current working mode, etc.; in this way, players can easily understand the status of the game controller and avoid operational errors or interruptions due to unclear status.

[0090] An embodiment of the present application also provides a gaming device, including the above-mentioned magnetic gaming controller.

[0091] The embodiments of the present application have at least the following beneficial effects:

[0092] The detachable connection between the game control part 11 and the connecting part 2, and the magnetic connection between the handle body 1 and the handle body 1 and the external game device 3, enrich the diversity of the split combination use, enhance the flexibility of use, and the combination and split method is simple, which can meet the user's usage needs to the greatest extent and optimize the user's usage experience.

[0093] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the accompanying drawings are merely schematic diagrams of a preferred implementation scenario, and the modules or processes in the accompanying drawings are not necessarily required for implementing the present application.

[0094] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the modules in the device in the implementation scenario can be distributed in the device in the implementation scenario according to the implementation scenario description, or can be changed accordingly and located in one or more devices different from the implementation scenario. The modules in the above implementation scenario can be combined into one module, or can be further split into multiple sub-modules.

[0095] The above application serial numbers are for description only and do not represent the advantages or disadvantages of the implementation scenarios.

[0096] The above disclosure only discloses several specific implementation scenarios of the present application. However, the present application is not limited thereto, and any changes that can be conceived by technicians in this field should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. A magnetic game controller, characterized in that: include: at least one handle body; A game operation component is provided on the handle body; a magnetic component is provided in an area of ​​the handle body where the game operation component is not provided, so as to realize a magnetic connection between two adjacent handle bodies, or realize a magnetic connection between the handle body and an external game device, so as to switch between the handle body and the external game device between a separate mode and a combined mode.

2. A magnetic game controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handle body includes: a game control part and a connecting piece; One of the side of the game control part and the side of the connecting member is provided with a concave sliding groove, and the other of the two is provided with a protruding sliding member matching the shape of the sliding groove. The detachable connection between the game control part and the connecting member is achieved by sliding the sliding member into the sliding groove.

3. A magnetic game controller according to claim 2, characterized in that: One or more receiving grooves are arranged inside the connecting member; All of the receiving grooves are located on a side of the connecting member away from the handle body and are evenly arranged along the length direction of the connecting member; the magnetic attraction component includes one or more magnetic attraction members, and different magnetic attraction members are arranged in different receiving grooves.

4. The magnetic game controller according to claim 3, characterized in that: Two adjacent magnetic elements are arranged with opposite polarities at one end away from the handle body.

5. The magnetic game controller according to claim 2, characterized in that: An opening is formed at one end of the sliding groove, and a clamping groove is connected to an end of the sliding groove away from the opening. One end of the sliding member is provided with a clamping portion adapted to the clamping groove, so that the end of the sliding member provided with the clamping portion is slidably embedded in the sliding groove from the opening and is clamped and connected with the clamping groove.

6. The magnetic game controller according to claim 5, characterized in that: One end of the side wall of the connecting piece away from the opening is inwardly recessed to form a hanging rope hole; A connecting column for connecting a lanyard is passed through the lanyard hole, and the connection between the connecting piece and the lanyard is achieved by the lanyard passing through the lanyard hole and connecting to the connecting column.

7. The magnetic game controller according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting member is also provided with a button assembly, and the button assembly comprises: a pressing surface and an abutting portion; A first through hole is provided on one side of the connecting member, and a second through hole is provided on the other side of the connecting member in an area corresponding to the first through hole; one end of the pressing surface provided on the button assembly is exposed in the first through hole, and one end of the abutting portion provided on the button assembly extends from the inside to the outside of the second through hole and abuts against the game operation assembly provided on the side wall of the game control portion.

8. The magnetic game controller according to claim 2, characterized in that: The handle body is provided with a wireless module for communicating with the external gaming device; And / or, an electrical connector is provided on the connecting piece, so that when the connecting piece is magnetically connected to the external gaming device through the magnetic attraction component, a communication connection is achieved with the external gaming device through the electrical connector.

9. The magnetic game controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: An indicator light is also provided to indicate the state of the game controller; The handle body is provided with a mounting groove for mounting the indicator light, and the handle body is provided with a light-transmitting portion at a position corresponding to the indicator light, and the light-transmitting portion is located on a side of the handle body having the game operation component. The indicator light is arranged on the mounting groove so that at least part of the light of the indicator light is transmitted through the light-transmitting portion.

10. A gaming device, characterized in that: A magnetic game controller comprising any one of claims 1 to 9.

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