System and method for allowing affiliations to utilize in-game items to assist other players
US9452364B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 13, 2015 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 13, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F2300/5533
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
One aspect of the disclosure relates to a system configured to provide a virtual space, in accordance with one or more implementations. Users of virtual spaces may encounter barriers in a game. During these barriers, users may receive and/or provide assistance to other affiliation members. One aspect of the disclosure relates to allowing affiliations or other groups to utilize in-game items to assist other players in game progress in an online game. This may incent positive player actions towards affiliation members, may enhance engagement between affiliation members, may provide an incentive for users to join an affiliation, and/or have other results. These results may ultimately contribute to enhanced retention, enhanced monetization, enhanced user satisfaction, and/or other enhancements.
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