Mobile Device Online Game Controller via QR Code Authentication
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current online gaming systems require players to be within arm's reach of the gaming platform, limiting mobility and convenience, as they rely on conventional input methods like mice and keyboards, and prior solutions using dedicated controllers or apps are cumbersome due to privacy and safety concerns.
Innovation Solution
A computer-implemented method using a processor to generate a QR code containing a web address for a gaming session, allowing users to connect their mobile device as a controller by scanning the QR code, entering a PIN, and receiving customized controls and sound effects, enabling mobile device-based game control without the need for dedicated devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If players use conventional input methods (mouse, keyboard), then they can control the game, but they must be within arm's reach of the gaming platform, limiting mobility
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical connection system (physical tether between player and gaming platform) with a wireless communication system. The mobile device communicates with the gaming platform through network protocols, eliminating the need for physical proximity and arm's reach constraint while maintaining control functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The mobile device serves multiple functions: it acts as both the player's control interface and a portable computing device. The gaming platform's control system is designed to work with any mobile device through standard communication protocols, making the system universally applicable without requiring dedicated hardware for each player.
2Ease of operation
If dedicated controllers or apps are used, then players can control games from mobile devices, but privacy and safety concerns make this cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a secure authentication mechanism as an intermediary between the mobile device and the gaming platform. A PIN code or other authentication method verifies the player's identity and authorizes control access, ensuring that only authenticated users can interact with the gaming system while maintaining privacy and security.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically handles authentication and control setup without requiring manual configuration or installation of dedicated apps. The mobile device uses its existing camera and browser to scan QR codes and access the gaming platform, making the process self-service oriented and eliminating the need for players to install specialized applications.
3Reliability
If QR code scanning and PIN entry are required, then authentication and connectivity are established, but the connection process takes time
Solution Approach 1:
The gaming platform pre-generates and displays QR codes containing authentication information and game session details before the player needs to connect. The PIN code or authentication parameters are prepared in advance and automatically associated with the specific game session, eliminating the need for time-consuming authentication processes during actual gameplay.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses QR codes as a compact information carrier that encodes multiple authentication and connection parameters in a single visual element. Instead of requiring multiple separate input actions, the QR code contains all necessary connection data that can be quickly scanned and processed, reducing connection time while maintaining security.
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AI summary
Embodiments of the present invention are directed to an online gaming mobile controller. A computer-implemented method is provided that generates, using a processor, a QR code containing a web address for a gaming session and provides, using the processor, the QR code to a monitor. The method receives, using the processor, a request for serving a web page for the web address from a user device and provides, using the processor, an authentication page for entering a PIN code to the user device. The method provides, using the processor, a PIN code to the monitor and receives, using the processor, an entered code from the user device. When the entered code matches the PIN code, the method associates the user device with the gaming session.