Augmented reality game piece
US10232261B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 5, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2203/0383
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A game piece with a moveable base for use in an augmented reality (AR) game system is disclosed An object recognizing computing device enforces game rules. A main body is configured for unique, visible object recognition by the object recognizing computing device. A motorized base is detachably and re-attachably coupled to the main body and in communication with said transceiver, the base configured to physically move the game piece over a distance on a field of play from a first position on the field of play to a second position on the field of play in response to receiving an actuating signal from the processor. The game environment is set up using real-world objects that include everyday objects and a plurality of game pieces on a field of play.
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