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Online asynchronous game with player-matching mechanic based on chat characteristics

US8342967B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 26, 2011
Grant dateJan 1, 2013
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Expiry dateSep 26, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA63F2300/5566
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A player-matching mechanic selects users for an online asynchronous game where players specify moves at different times. Values from instances of the game are used to determine characteristics of the users including at least one of gameplay characteristics or chat characteristics. Users can be chosen for instances of the game by comparing values corresponding to these characteristics.

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