Game machine
By introducing tracking light groups and corresponding button indication paths into the game console, the problem of poor intuitive operation feedback is solved, and the user experience and interactivity are improved, especially when it can be used normally in low-light conditions.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422283593.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-09-18
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-10
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-09-18
AI Technical Summary
The operational feedback of existing game consoles is poorly intuitive and cannot meet the high demands of modern users.
A game console is designed, comprising a housing, an indicator device, and an operating device. The indicator device consists of a circuit board and a tracking light group. The tracking light group is arranged along an indicated path, and buttons correspond to the tracking light groups one-to-one, providing intuitive visual feedback. The buttons of the operating device are arranged corresponding to the indicated path to enhance the accuracy of operation.
It improves the intuitiveness and interactivity of game operations, reduces the possibility of misoperation, enhances user experience and fun, and can be used especially in poorly lit environments.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the field of entertainment, in particular to a game console. Background Art
[0002] With the development of technology and the diversification of people's entertainment needs, toy game consoles have become an important part of children's and teenagers' entertainment. Traditional toy game consoles usually have simple operation interfaces and limited game content, which cannot meet the high requirements of modern users for gaming experience.
[0003] In recent years, advancements in electronic technology, particularly microprocessor and sensor technology, have significantly improved the functionality and performance of toy game consoles. Rhythm game consoles, as a new type of toy game console, offer users a richer and more interactive gaming experience by simulating instrument playing, musical rhythms, and other simulations. However, the user interface of existing game consoles lacks intuitive feedback. Utility Model Content
[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a game console that can solve the problem of poor intuitiveness of operation feedback.
[0005] The utility model provides a game console, which includes:
[0006] case;
[0007] an indicator device, the indicator device comprising a circuit board and a plurality of tracking light groups, the circuit board being electrically connected to each of the tracking light groups, each of the tracking light groups being disposed on the housing; and
[0008] The operating device includes a plurality of buttons, each of which is respectively arranged on the shell, each of which corresponds to each of the indication tracks, and each of which is electrically connected to the circuit board.
[0009] Preferably, a plurality of indicating paths are provided on the shell, and each of the tracking light groups is provided along each of the indicating paths in a one-to-one correspondence, and each of the buttons is provided on each of the indicating paths in a one-to-one correspondence.
[0010] Preferably, the indication paths are parallel to each other; or
[0011] At least some of the indicated paths have the same contour; or
[0012] At least some of the indication paths have the same length.
[0013] Preferably, each tracking light group includes a plurality of indicator lights, each of the indicator lights is arranged on the shell, and each of the indicator lights is arranged one by one in sequence.
[0014] Preferably, in at least one of the tracking light groups, the indicator lights are arranged at equal intervals.
[0015] Preferably, the indicating device further comprises a plurality of light-transmitting protrusions, and each of the light-transmitting protrusions is correspondingly arranged outside each of the indicator lights.
[0016] Preferably, the indicating device further comprises a light-transmitting member, the light-transmitting member comprises a base and a plurality of light-transmitting protrusions, each of the light-transmitting protrusions is arranged on the base, and the base is supported on the circuit board.
[0017] Preferably, the operating device further comprises a conductive layer, a plurality of key positions are provided on the circuit board, at least one touch point is provided in each key position, each key corresponds to each key position one by one, and the conductive layer is provided between the circuit board and the key positions;
[0018] When each of the buttons slides on the housing, the button presses against the conductive layer and contacts the touch point.
[0019] Preferably, the indicating device further comprises a display, wherein the display is provided on the housing and electrically connected to the circuit board; and / or
[0020] The indicating device further includes a speaker, which is disposed on the housing and electrically connected to the circuit board.
[0021] Preferably, the shell comprises a bottom plate, a bottom enclosure plate and a cover body, the bottom enclosure plate is integrally formed and arranged on the periphery of the bottom plate, and the cover body is arranged on the bottom enclosure plate; and / or
[0022] The game console further includes a power supply, the power supply including a battery slot for accommodating a battery, the battery being electrically connected to the circuit board via the battery slot; and / or
[0023] The game console further includes a rechargeable battery, which is disposed in the housing and electrically connected to the circuit board.
[0024] The implementation of this utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0025] The utility model relates to a game console equipped with an indicator device including a tracking light assembly and a matching operating device. The tracking light assembly provides users with more intuitive visual feedback when performing game operations, thereby enhancing the realism and interactivity of the gaming experience. Furthermore, by arranging buttons along corresponding indicator tracks, users can more easily locate and trigger desired operations, reducing the possibility of misoperation and improving the overall user experience. Furthermore, the tracking light assembly, as a luminous component, not only enables users to use the game in poorly lit environments but also increases the user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0026] The above and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent by describing in more detail exemplary embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein the same reference numerals generally represent the same components in the exemplary embodiments of the present invention.
[0027] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of a gaming machine in some embodiments of the present invention;
[0028] Figure 2 is a schematic structural diagram of a gaming machine in some embodiments of the present invention from another angle;
[0029] Figure 3 is an exploded view of a gaming machine in some embodiments of the present invention;
[0030] Figure 4 From another perspective Figure 3 Exploded view of the game console shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0031] The following describes embodiments of the present invention in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although the accompanying drawings illustrate embodiments of the present invention, it should be understood that the present invention can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited by the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to make the present invention more thorough and complete, and to fully convey the scope of the present invention to those skilled in the art.
[0032] It should be understood that although the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. may be used in the present invention to describe various information, such information should not be limited to these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish information of the same type from each other. For example, without departing from the scope of the present invention, the first information may also be referred to as the second information, and similarly, the second information may also be referred to as the first information. Thus, features defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of the present invention, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.
[0033] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.
[0034] Unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," "connect," "fixed," and the like should be interpreted broadly. For example, they may refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integration; mechanical connection, electrical connection; direct connection, or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components or interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on specific circumstances.
[0035] Figure 1 and Figure 2 A gaming machine 10 in some embodiments of the present invention is shown. The gaming machine 10 includes a housing 1 , an indicator device 2 , and an operating device 3 . The indicator device 2 and the operating device 3 are respectively disposed on the housing 1 .
[0036] It can be understood that the housing 1 serves to house and install the remaining components. The indicator device 2 serves to guide the user to correctly operate the operating device 3. The operating device 3 is for the user to operate.
[0037] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the indicating device 2 includes a circuit board 21 and a plurality of tracking light groups 22 . The circuit board 21 is electrically connected to each tracking light group 22 , and each tracking light group 22 is disposed on the housing 1 .
[0038] As can be understood, the circuit board 21 is used to receive and process the corresponding signals. The tracking light assembly 22 is used to guide the user to correctly operate the operating device 3 by illuminating the light. The setting direction, setting trajectory, and size specifications of each tracking light assembly 22 can be flexibly set, as long as the tracking light assembly 22 can clearly guide the user's operation.
[0039] The operating device 3 includes a plurality of buttons 31 , each of which is disposed on the housing 1 . Each of the buttons 31 corresponds to each of the tracking light groups 22 , and each of the buttons 31 is electrically connected to the circuit board 21 .
[0040] It can be understood that the button 31 on the shell 1 can be configured to be set on the shell 1 through a sliding connection structure or a rotating connection structure. Among them, if the button 31 is configured to be able to slide relative to the shell 1, the user's operation method will be different when the sliding direction of the button 31 is different, such as a pressing operation method, an operation method of driving the button 31 to slide on the shell 1, and an operation method of turning the button 31 to rotate.
[0041] When using the game console 10, the tracking light groups 22 are driven by the circuit board 21 to illuminate. The lighting sequence and brightness of each tracking light group 22 can be flexibly configured, and the user can identify the key 31 that needs to be operated based on the lighting guidance of the tracking light group 22. In this way, the key 31 that needs to be operated can be quickly identified by the obvious lighting changes.
[0042] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the game console 10 , a plurality of indication paths 11 are provided on the shell 1 , each tracking light group 22 is provided along each indication path 11 in a one-to-one correspondence, and each button 31 is provided on each indication path 11 in a one-to-one correspondence.
[0043] It is understood that the length and contour of the indicator path 11 can be flexibly configured. During operation, each tracking light assembly 22 will illuminate along the indicator path 11. Each indicator path 11 corresponds to a button 31, which means that the user can determine the button 31 to be operated based on the tracking light assembly 22 on a single indicator path 11. The button 31 can be configured to be located at the end or in the middle of the indicator path 11. Of course, the button 31 can also be located along the length of the indicator path 11.
[0044] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the setting mode of each indication path 11 has at least the following implementation modes:
[0045] In the first embodiment, the indicating paths 11 are parallel to each other. It is understandable that in this embodiment, the tracking light groups 22 all emit light along parallel paths. This way, the installation positions of the tracking light groups 22 will not interfere with each other, making the housing 1 more compact.
[0046] In a second embodiment, at least a portion of the indicator paths 11 have the same outline. It should be understood that the outline referred to in this embodiment includes the shape and overall extension of the indicator paths 11. Indicator paths 11 with different outlines can form tracking light assemblies 22 with different outlines, thereby forming tracking light assemblies 22 with different overall outlines.
[0047] In a third embodiment, at least some of the indication paths 11 are of equal length.
[0048] It can be understood that the same length of the indication paths 11 means that the entire length of the tracking light assembly 22 is equal.
[0049] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the game console 10, each tracking light group 22 includes a plurality of indicator lights 221, each indicator light 221 is disposed on the housing 1, and each indicator light 221 is arranged one by one in sequence.
[0050] It is understood that the indicator lights 221 included in each tracking light group 22 are arranged one by one along the indication path 11. In this way, the user can be prompted to press the corresponding button 31 by lighting each indicator light 221 in the same tracking light group 22 one by one. Of course, the lighting timing, lighting duration, lighting order, and brightness of each indicator light 221 can be flexibly configured, depending on the specific product design specifications.
[0051] It should be noted that the number of indicator lights 221 included in each tracking light group 22 can be flexibly set. The number of indicator lights 221 included in each tracking light group 22 can be the same or different, or only the number of indicator lights 221 included in some tracking light groups 22 can be configured to be equal.
[0052] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the gaming machine 10 , in at least one tracking light group 22 , the indicator lights 221 are arranged at equal intervals.
[0053] It is understandable that the indicator lights 221 in only one tracking light group 22 can be arranged at equal intervals according to a predetermined distance. This arrangement can ensure that the brightness distribution between the indicator lights 221 is uniform, making it easier for the user to identify the correct operation path.
[0054] The indicator lights 221 in at least two tracking light groups 22 can be arranged at equal intervals. This approach is not limited to two tracking light groups, but can also be extended to more tracking light groups to maintain consistency and coordination of the entire gaming machine 10.
[0055] The indicator lights 221 in all tracking light groups 22 can be arranged at equal intervals. This way, regardless of the number of tracking light groups 22 in the gaming machine 10, the indicator lights 221 in each tracking light group 22 are arranged at equal intervals, further improving the consistency and coordination of the entire gaming machine 10.
[0056] In some cases, it's not necessary to evenly space the indicator lights 221 in all tracking light groups 22. For example, in a gaming machine 10 containing five tracking light groups 22, the first three tracking light groups 22 can be evenly spaced, while the last two can be arranged at unequal intervals based on different functional requirements. This allows the product to adapt to a wider range of gaming scenarios.
[0057] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the game machine 10 , the indicator device 2 further includes a plurality of light-transmitting protrusions 232 , and each light-transmitting protrusion 232 is correspondingly disposed outside each indicator light 221 .
[0058] It can be understood that the light-transmitting protrusion 232 can effectively gather the light emitted by the indicator light 221, making the light more concentrated, enhancing the light effect, and making it easier for the user to notice the position of the indicator light.
[0059] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the game console 10, the indicator device 2 also includes a light-transmitting member 23, which includes a base 231 and a plurality of light-transmitting protrusions 232, each of which is disposed on the base 231, and the base 231 is supported on the circuit board 21.
[0060] It can be understood that the base 231 is a flat support structure, usually made of transparent material, used to support all the light-transmitting protrusions 232. The size and shape of the base 231 can be designed according to actual needs to ensure that it can be firmly mounted on the shell 1 of the game console 10 and in close contact with the circuit board 21. The light-transmitting protrusions 232 are arranged on the base 231, and each light-transmitting protrusion 232 corresponds to an indicator light 221. The design purpose of the light-transmitting protrusions 232 is to enhance the light effect emitted by the indicator light 221, making the light more concentrated and bright. These protrusions can have different shapes, such as cylindrical, hemispherical or other suitable geometric shapes. Of course, they can also be set to irregular shapes to better guide the light.
[0061] Furthermore, the shapes of the light-transmitting parts 23 corresponding to each tracking light group 22 can be set to be the same, the light-transmitting parts 23 corresponding to some tracking light groups 22 can be configured to have different shapes, and the shapes of all or some of the light-transmitting parts 23 in a single tracking light group 22 can also be configured to be different.
[0062] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the game console 10, the operating device 3 further includes a conductive layer, a plurality of key positions 211 are provided on the circuit board 21, and each key position 211 is provided with at least one touch point 212. Each key 31 corresponds to each key position 211 one by one, and the conductive layer is provided between the circuit board 21 and the key 31; wherein, when each key 31 slides on the shell 1, the key 31 supports the conductive layer and abuts against the touch point 212.
[0063] As can be understood, the conductive layer provided between the circuit board 21 and the button 31 serves to connect the button 31 and the circuit board 21 for signal transmission. The position of the key 211 corresponds to the position of the button 31 to ensure that the button 31 accurately contacts the key 211 during operation. The touch point 212 can be configured as a switch or various structures or components capable of triggering on the circuit board 21.
[0064] It should be noted that, by providing the conductive layer, a reliable electrical connection is formed between the button 31 and the circuit board 21, ensuring that each operation of the button 31 can be accurately recognized. Conductive glue is a prior art, and the conductive layer can be formed by applying the conductive glue to a predetermined position.
[0065] It should be noted that, by providing the conductive layer, a reliable electrical connection is formed between the key 31 and the circuit board 21, ensuring that each key operation can be accurately identified. Conductive adhesive is a prior art.
[0066] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the gaming machine 10 , the indicating device 2 further includes a display 24 . The display 24 is disposed on the housing 1 , and the display 24 is electrically connected to the circuit board 21 .
[0067] It is understood that the display 24 may be an LCD (liquid crystal display), an OLED (organic light emitting diode display), or other types of display screens. The main function of the display 24 is to provide additional information to the user, such as game status, score, remaining life value, etc.
[0068] The display 24 is arranged at a suitable position on the housing 1, usually at a conspicuous place of the game console 10, so that the user can view it. Its position should take into account the user's sight habits when operating the game console 10, ensuring that the user can easily read the displayed information.
[0069] The display 24 is electrically connected to the circuit board 21 via wires or data lines, which ensures that the display 24 can obtain data from the circuit board 21 in real time and display relevant information according to instructions from the circuit board 21.
[0070] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the gaming machine 10 , the indicating device 2 further includes a speaker 25 . The speaker 25 is disposed on the housing 1 and is electrically connected to the circuit board 21 .
[0071] It is understandable that the speaker 25 can be a sound output device such as a loudspeaker or a buzzer. Its main function is to provide audio feedback to the user, such as game sound effects, background music, prompt sounds, etc.
[0072] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the game console 10 , the shell 1 includes a bottom plate 12 , a bottom panel 13 and a cover 14 . The bottom panel 13 is integrally formed and arranged on the periphery of the bottom plate 12 , and the cover 14 is covered on the bottom panel 13 .
[0073] It is understandable that the bottom plate 12 is the basic part of the housing 1 and plays the role of supporting and installing other components. The bottom plate 12 is generally a planar structure and can be made of plastic, metal or other solid materials to provide sufficient strength and stability.
[0074] The bottom panel 13 is provided around the periphery of the bottom plate 12 and its main function is to form the side wall of the housing 1. The height of the bottom panel 13 can be designed according to actual needs to ensure the safety of the components inside the housing 1 and to facilitate the installation of other components such as the indicator device 2 and the operating device 3.
[0075] The cover 14 is mounted on the bottom panel 13 to seal the top of the housing 1. The cover 14 can be designed in various shapes and materials to meet design and functional requirements. The connection between the cover 14 and the bottom panel 13 can be achieved using snaps, screws, or other suitable fastening methods to ensure the stability and sealing of the cover 14.
[0076] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the game console 10 , the shell 1 further includes a cover 15 , which is disposed on the cover body 14 . The cover 15 is provided with a plurality of avoidance holes 151 , each avoidance hole 151 corresponding to each light-transmitting protrusion 232 .
[0077] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the game console 10 further includes a power supply 4 , which includes a battery slot 41 for accommodating a battery. The battery is electrically connected to the circuit board 21 through the battery slot 41 .
[0078] It is understandable that a metal sheet for conducting electricity can be arranged in the battery slot 41, so that the battery installed in the battery slot 41 can be conducted to the circuit board 21 through the metal sheet. Of course, the battery in the battery slot 41 can also be conducted to the circuit board through a conductive wire.
[0079] The game machine 10 further comprises a charging battery arranged in the housing 1, and the charging battery is electrically connected to the circuit board 21. It is understandable that the circuit board is powered by the charging battery in the embodiment.
[0080] The implementation of the utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0081] The utility model relates to a kind of game machines, which is provided with indicating device comprising tracking light group and the operation device matched with it. Wherein, the setting of tracking light group makes user obtain more intuitive visual feedback when performing game operation, so as to enhance the real sense and interactivity of game experience. On the other hand, by setting the key on the corresponding indication track, user can more easily locate and trigger the required operation, reducing the possibility of misoperation, and improving the overall user experience. Furthermore, as a light-emitting component, the setting of tracking light group not only enables user to use in poor light scenes, but also increases the use interest of product.
[0082] The scheme of the utility model has been described in detail above with reference to the drawings. In the above-described embodiments, the description of each embodiment has its own focus, and the parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment can be referred to the relevant description of other embodiments. Those skilled in the art should also know that the actions and modules involved in the specification are not necessarily required by the utility model. In addition, it is understood that the steps in the method of the embodiments of the utility model can be adjusted, combined and reduced in sequence according to actual needs, and the modules in the device of the embodiments of the utility model can be combined, divided and reduced according to actual needs.
[0083] The above has described various embodiments of the utility model, and the above description is exemplary, not exhaustive, and is not limited to the disclosed embodiments. Many modifications and changes are obvious to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the described embodiments. The choice of terms used herein is intended to best explain the principles, practical application or improvement of technology in the market of the embodiments, or to enable other ordinary skilled persons in the art to understand the embodiments disclosed herein.
Claims
1. A game machine, characterized in that: include: case; an indicator device, the indicator device comprising a circuit board and a plurality of tracking light groups, the circuit board being electrically connected to each of the tracking light groups, each of the tracking light groups being disposed on the housing; and An operating device, the operating device comprising a plurality of buttons, each of which is respectively provided on the housing, each of which corresponds one-to-one to each of the tracking light groups, and each of which is electrically connected to the circuit board; The housing is provided with a plurality of indicating paths, each of the tracking light groups is provided along each of the indicating paths in a one-to-one correspondence, and each of the buttons is provided on each of the indicating paths in a one-to-one correspondence; The indication paths are parallel to each other; or at least some of the indication paths have the same profile; or at least some of the indication paths have the same length; Each of the tracking light sets includes a plurality of indicator lights, each of which is disposed on the housing and arranged one by one in sequence; In at least one of the tracking light groups, the indicator lights are arranged at equal intervals.
2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein The indicating device further comprises a plurality of light-transmitting protrusions, each of which is correspondingly arranged outside each of the indicating lights.
3. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein: The indicating device further comprises a light-transmitting member, which comprises a base and a plurality of light-transmitting protrusions, each of which is arranged on the base, and the base is supported on the circuit board.
4. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein: The operating device further includes a conductive layer, the circuit board is provided with a plurality of key positions, each key position is provided with at least one touch point, each key corresponds to each key position, and the conductive layer is provided between the circuit board and the key positions; When each of the buttons slides on the housing, the button presses against the conductive layer and contacts the touch point.
5. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein The indicating device further comprises a display, wherein the display is provided on the housing and electrically connected to the circuit board; and / or The indicating device further includes a speaker, which is disposed on the housing and electrically connected to the circuit board.
6. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein: The housing comprises a bottom plate, a bottom enclosure plate and a cover body, wherein the bottom enclosure plate is integrally formed and arranged on the periphery of the bottom plate, and the cover body is arranged on the bottom enclosure plate; and / or The game console further includes a power supply, the power supply including a battery slot for accommodating a battery, the battery being electrically connected to the circuit board via the battery slot; and / or The game console further includes a rechargeable battery, which is disposed in the housing and electrically connected to the circuit board.