20240042331. FACILITATING EVENT IMPLEMENTATION IN AN ONLINE GAME simplified abstract (Kabam, Inc.)

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FACILITATING EVENT IMPLEMENTATION IN AN ONLINE GAME

Organization Name

Kabam, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Jeff Howell of Vancouver (CA)

Benjamin Talbot of Vancouver (CA)

Thierry Tremblay of Vancouver (CA)

Dan Stovell of Vancouver (CA)

FACILITATING EVENT IMPLEMENTATION IN AN ONLINE GAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240042331 titled 'FACILITATING EVENT IMPLEMENTATION IN AN ONLINE GAME

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a system and method for implementing events in an online game and distributing in-game awards to players. Here are the key points:

  • The system receives award information from users, which defines the type of in-game award to be distributed.
  • The award information also includes details about the corresponding award handler responsible for determining and distributing the awards to players.
  • Users can also provide event information, specifying the details for implementing an event in the online game.
  • The event information may include event award information, indicating one or more instances of an award type defined by the received award information.
  • The system automatically implements the event in the online game using the received event information.
  • The instances of the award are then distributed to the participating players according to the event award information.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Online gaming platforms can use this system to enhance player engagement by implementing events and distributing awards.
  • Game developers can create dynamic and interactive gameplay experiences by incorporating events and rewards.
  • Online communities and forums can organize game-related events and provide incentives to participants.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • The system simplifies the process of implementing events in an online game by automating the event implementation and award distribution.
  • It provides a centralized system for managing and distributing in-game awards, reducing the need for manual intervention.
  • Players can easily participate in events and receive awards without the need for complex manual processes.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Enhances player engagement and retention by providing interactive events and rewards.
  • Streamlines the management and distribution of in-game awards, saving time and resources.
  • Encourages community participation and fosters a sense of competition among players.
  • Provides a customizable and flexible system for implementing various types of events and awards in online games.


Original Abstract Submitted

a system and method for facilitating implementation of events in an online game are disclosed. award information may be received from user. the received award information may define a type of in-game award to be distributed to players of the online game. the award information may include information indicate a corresponding award handler for determine and/or distributing the instances of the award to the players. event information may be received from user. the received event information may specify details for implementing an event in the online game. the received event information may include event award information indicating one or more instances of an award of an award type defined by the received award information. the event information may be used to automatically implement the event in the online game, and the instances of the award may be distributed to the participating players in accordance with the event award information.