Virtual Object Interaction Interface with State-Specific Options

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current virtual object interaction methods in virtual scenes are monotonous, leading to low user willingness to interact, as they do not incorporate the state of virtual characters and offer uniform interaction modes for all characters.

Innovation Solution

A virtual object interaction method and apparatus that display a first virtual object in a target virtual state within a virtual scene, providing a target interaction interface with options specific to the state, and displaying interaction information associated with selected options to enhance the interaction experience.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If uniform interaction modes are provided for all virtual characters, then the interaction interface is simple and easy to operate, but the interaction effect becomes monotonous and user willingness to interact decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinteraction interface simplicityVSAvoidinteraction effect variety
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The interaction interface dynamically adjusts its content and options based on the virtual character's current state. When a user interacts with a virtual character, the system detects the character's state (e.g., working, resting, idle) and automatically updates the interaction interface to display state-specific options, transforming the static interface into a dynamic one that adapts to different situations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

Different interaction options are provided for different virtual character states. Instead of using a uniform set of interaction modes for all characters, the system implements local quality by tailoring the interaction options to match the specific state of each virtual character, ensuring that the interaction effect is both varied and contextually appropriate.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

2Adaptability or versatility

If interaction options are customized according to virtual character state, then the interaction effect becomes rich and engaging, but the interaction interface complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinteraction effect varietyVSAvoidinteraction interface complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The interaction interface uses a universal design pattern where a single interface structure serves multiple functions. The same basic interface framework is reused across different virtual character states, with only the internal options and content being customized. This multi-functionality approach allows the system to provide state-specific interaction options while maintaining interface simplicity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The system automatically detects the virtual character's state and autonomously updates the interaction interface without requiring user intervention or complex manual configuration. The interface self-adjusts based on real-time state detection, reducing the perceived complexity for users while still providing customized interaction options.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Reliability

If state-specific interaction options are provided, then user experience is optimized through relevant feedback, but the system requires more complex state detection and interface management

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinteraction feedback effectivenessVSAvoidsystem management complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements a feedback loop where the virtual character's state is continuously detected, and the interaction interface is automatically updated based on this state information. This feedback mechanism ensures that users receive relevant and timely interaction options that match the character's current situation, improving the effectiveness and reliability of interaction feedback.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system pre-defines multiple virtual character states and their corresponding interaction options in advance. During runtime, the system only needs to detect the current state and retrieve the pre-configured interaction options, rather than generating complex logic dynamically. This preliminary preparation reduces the real-time computational burden and simplifies system management.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS20250061656A1Virtual object interaction method and apparatus
Publication Date: 2025.02.20 TENCENT TECHNOLOGY (SHENZHEN) CO LTD
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AI summary

In a virtual object interaction method, a first virtual object in a target virtual state is displayed in a virtual scene. A target interaction interface is displayed when a first interaction is performed on the first virtual object. The target interaction interface includes at least one interaction option corresponding to the target virtual state. First target interaction information is displayed when a second interaction is performed on a first interaction option of the at least one interaction option. The first target interaction information includes an interaction effect associated with the first interaction option for the first virtual object.