A patent filed by Nintendo has recently become accessible the public, and it's pretty intriguing.The new patent, which was naturally invented by genius Shigeru Miyamoto, is for a new in-game ability that will allow players to use a walkthrough. This on-screen walkthrough can be of use to players who just don't know how to complete a segment of the game. Players can avoid the constant Google searches, and can just watch a cutscene of how to complete a task, without leaving your seat.
This new addition will not only make games, such as the next Zelda title, a breeze for the casual gamer, but also for the hardcore as well. I consider myself a hardcore gamer, and I don't think being utterly confused by where to go our what to do in a game has anything to do with one's skill level. While strategy guides are useful, watching a quick YouTube walkthrough is really what has worked best. Luckily, this new patented method will make things even easier.
Another part of the patent is for hint data to be given to the gamer. If the player spends a long amount of time trying to complete a task, the system will become aware that they might require some help, and an optional hint will become available. Both of these concepts are a step in the right direction for the future of gaming, whether you classify yourself as a casual or hardcore gamer.
You can view the patent in its entirety here.
Source: Edge Online
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