WO2024255938A2 - Game table - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a game table, at least comprising a game tabletop which is horizontally oriented during play, a substructure carrying the game tabletop during play, and at least two interchangeable aiming elements that are vertically oriented during play.

Description

gaming table

The invention relates to a gaming table, comprising at least one game board that is horizontally oriented during game operation, a substructure that supports the game board during game operation, and a target device that is vertically oriented during game operation.

Such game tables are generally well known. For example, with a mobile table tennis table, one half of the game table can often be set up vertically so that the user can play against himself.

The disadvantage is that it becomes monotonous if you play for a long time.

It is therefore an object of the invention to create a gaming table which can be used in many different ways.

This problem is solved by the subject matter of the independent claim.

According to the invention, the game table has at least one game board that is horizontally oriented during game operation.

The playing surface can be between 100 cm and 200 cm long, preferably 120 cm. The width can be between 40 cm and 100 cm, preferably 60 cm.

Depending on the target group, the dimensions of the game board can basically be chosen arbitrarily. For example, there can be mini, midi or maxi versions, i.e. for children, teenagers or adults. The game board can preferably be printed. The print can be artistic, for example, to visually enhance the game table. Alternatively, the game board can be printed with advertising, game rules and/or markings for games. An unprinted, preferably white, game board, on the other hand, can be painted and/or sprayed by a user, for example.

The playing surface is preferably rectangular. The corners can also be rounded. The playing surface can, for example, be oval.

For example, the playing surface can have a thickness between 0.5 cm and 2 cm, preferably 1 cm.

The playing surface may preferably comprise or consist of a wooden material, e.g. a composite material and/or a pressed material, a plastic material and/or a metal material.

Preferably, a coating, e.g. water-, UV- and/or scratch-resistant, can be provided, e.g. made of (melamine) resin.

The game table has a substructure that supports the game board during play.

The substructure can, for example, have a height between 50 cm and 100 cm, e.g. 75 cm.

The shape of the substructure is basically arbitrary. For example, the feet can be straight or curved. In addition to a rectangular arrangement, X-shaped, W-shaped, U-shaped or V-shaped arrangements are conceivable. A flat substructure is also conceivable. The substructure can preferably be printed. The print can be artistic, for example, to visually enhance the game table. Alternatively, the substructure can be printed with advertising, game rules and/or markings for games. An unprinted, preferably white, substructure can, for example, be painted and/or sprayed by a user.

The substructure may preferably comprise or consist of a wood material, e.g. a composite material and/or a pressed material, a plastic material and/or a metal material.

Preferably, a coating, e.g. water-, UV- and/or scratch-resistant, can be provided, e.g. made of (melamine) resin.

Finally, the game table has at least two interchangeable aiming devices that are vertically oriented during game operation.

Additional targeting devices can be purchased later, for example, to face new gaming challenges.

At least one target device, preferably all target devices, can preferably be printed. The print can be artistic, for example, to visually enhance the game table. Alternatively, the target device can be printed with advertising, game rules and/or markings for games. An unprinted, preferably white, target device, on the other hand, can be painted and/or sprayed by a user, for example.

During game operation, the aiming device is preferably oriented at right angles to the game board and/or arranged above the game board. The game board can consist of a single, continuous plate. Alternatively, the game board can also have two separate segments. The segments can be arranged on different sides of the target device.

Preferably, the aiming device is arranged centrally with respect to the game board. In the case of two separate segments, the game board can be arranged between the two segments, for example.

The aiming devices preferably differ from each other.

Depending on the game you want to play, the aiming devices can be swapped around. If one game gets too boring, you can play another game and/or choose another game option on the same game table. Different precision sports are possible.

The game table is therefore multifunctional and versatile.

The possibilities are almost unlimited. Three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten or more different target devices can be provided in order to be able to play a wide variety of games.

In order to be able to use the game table as a table tennis table, the target device can be designed as a table tennis net, for example. The table tennis net can be 15 cm high and 75 cm long, for example.

Furthermore, the game table can be used without a target device, for example as a table for playing cornhole, beer pong and/or other throwing games.

At least one ball, such as a table tennis ball, can be used as a game device. Other game devices, such as filled bags, rings and/or dice, are also conceivable. The game table can, for example, be used to increase reaction speed, improve hand-eye coordination and/or train whole-body movement sequences.

The rapid, constant movements can also improve dexterity.

The versatile game table can be used alone, in pairs or in groups.

Further developments of the invention can also be found in the dependent claims, the description and the accompanying drawings.

According to one embodiment, at least one target device is designed as a target plate.

Preferably, different target plates are provided which can be exchanged for one another.

The target plate is preferably rectangular. The corners can also be rounded. For example, the target plate can be semicircular.

For example, the target plate may have a thickness between 0.5 cm and 2 cm, preferably 1 cm.

The target plate may preferably comprise or consist of a wood material, e.g. a composite material and/or a pressed material, a plastic material and/or a metal material. Preferably, a coating, e.g. water-, UV- and/or scratch-resistant, can be provided, e.g. made of (melamine) resin.

For example, the target plate can be made of the same material as the playing plate and/or the substructure.

For example, at least one playing surface can be cut out of an originally solid substructure. This saves material.

The target plate can be, for example, between 40 cm and 100 cm, preferably between 55 cm and 60 cm, high. The width can be, for example, between 40 cm and 100 cm, preferably 60 cm.

The target plate can also be designed as a table tennis net replacement plate. Such a plate can be 15 cm high, for example. The width can be between 40 cm and 100 cm, preferably 75 cm.

Alternatively or additionally, the target plate can have one or more markings. If the marking is hit, a signal, e.g. optical and/or acoustic, can be emitted. This lets the user know that the marking has been hit.

Depending on the target group, the dimensions of the target plate can basically be chosen arbitrarily. For example, there can be mini, midi or maxi versions, i.e. for children, teenagers or adults.

According to a further embodiment, the target plate can be pivoted relative to the playing plate. For example, the target plate can be connected to the game plate via a joint.

Preferably, the target plate is weighted down. The target plate can thus preferably align itself into the vertical position.

According to a further embodiment, the target plate has at least one recess.

Preferably, at least or exactly one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten or more recesses are provided.

The recess can preferably be formed completely within the target plate. The recess can, for example, be formed as an opening and/or hole in the target plate.

Preferably, the recess can have a circular, semi-circular, oval, star-shaped and/or rectangular shape. The shape of the recess is basically arbitrary.

For a circular recess, the diameter can be between 8 cm and 20 cm, e.g. 10 cm or 12 cm.

Without a recess, the target device can be used for practicing table tennis, for example. This allows one user to play alone against a vertical wall, for example. It is also possible for two users to play against the vertical wall from different sides at the same time.

With a recess, however, the goal of the game can be to play a ball through the recess. For example, the recess can be designed as a circle or star, e.g. with a diameter of 30 cm. Players who are positioned on opposite sides of the target device can now pass the ball to each other by playing through the circle or star. The more often the players successfully pass the ball to each other, the better the result. This type of precision sport is similar to a game of darts. A precision sport in which two players are involved, on the other hand, has only been very rare - if at all - to date.

Alternatively, several, e.g. three, openings can be provided.

The recess can, for example, be milled into the aiming device.

According to a further embodiment, the target plate has at least two recesses of different sizes.

The recesses can have the same shape or different shapes.

The edges of the recesses can, for example, be a different color. Alternatively or additionally, a lighting device can be provided. For example, the edges of the recesses and/or the border of the game board can be provided with LEDs. This means that the game can also be played in the dark, for example.

The number of different sized recesses is basically arbitrary. Preferably, at least or exactly two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten or more different sized recesses can be provided. In addition, recesses of the same size are also conceivable.

According to a further embodiment, a collecting device is provided in the region of the recess. Without a safety device, two players can, for example, pass the ball to each other through the recess.

With the catch device, a player can try to play the ball into the recess. The ball is then caught in the catch device.

The collecting device is preferably arranged behind the recess.

For example, a common collecting device can be provided for all recesses. Alternatively, each recess can be assigned an individual collecting device.

For example, the catching device can be pivotably attached to the target device. This means that the catching device can be pivoted into the catching position as required.

According to a further embodiment, the collecting device comprises a net, a basket and/or a grid.

A ball can be caught in the catching device and easily removed again.

A return device can also be provided to return the ball from the catching device back to the player. The return device can, for example, have a pipe, a gutter and/or a wire track.

According to a further embodiment, the collecting device can be attached to the target plate without tools, preferably inserted. This means that it can be quickly assembled or disassembled as required. For example, the collecting device can be pushed in behind the recess.

According to a further embodiment, the playing surface, the substructure and/or the target device are designed to be mounted without tools, preferably plug-in.

Preferably, the different target devices can be plugged onto the game board and/or the substructure.

Preferably, the target device is inserted into the substructure, e.g. through at least one recess and/or hub. This is thereby, for example, firmly connected to the substructure and/or is sunk into the substructure.

The plug connection can be used to determine the position of the aiming device, for example in the middle in relation to the game board.

For example, a locking mechanism can be provided to prevent the components from becoming unintentionally loose.

Friction-enhancing materials can also be provided, for example between the playing surface and the substructure and/or on the underside of the substructure, to prevent slipping and/or to increase stability.

The friction-enhanced materials can be, for example, knobs, felt strips, anti-slip strips, anti-slip films and/or rubber films.

According to a further embodiment, the game board and/or the target device has a counting device. For example, numbered sliders can be provided, like on a table football table or table football box. Alternatively, balls, cylinders or cuboids are conceivable. Here, the position of a ball can be changed when a point is scored in order to show the current score. For example, the balls can be provided in a side groove in the game board.

All aspects, embodiments and features of the invention described here can, preferably also detached from the concrete embodiment, in their

context in which they are mentioned. Preferably, all subject-matter of the dependent claims can be combined with each other and with the subject-matter of the independent claim.

The invention is described below by way of example with reference to the drawings.

Fig. 1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a gaming table according to the invention,

Fig. 2 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a gaming table according to the invention,

Fig. 3 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a gaming table according to the invention,

Fig. 4 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a gaming table according to the invention, and

Fig. 5 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a

Inventive game table. Firstly, it should be noted that the embodiments shown are purely exemplary in nature. Individual features may not only be used in the illustrated

combination, but also in isolation or in other technically reasonable

Combinations can be realized. For example, the features of one embodiment can be combined as desired with features of another embodiment. Preferably, the shape and/or number of recesses can vary.

Furthermore, collecting devices can be provided.

If a figure contains a reference symbol that is not explained in the directly associated description text, reference is made to the corresponding preceding or following statements in the figure description. The same reference symbols are used for identical or comparable components in the figures and these are not explained again.

Fig. 1 shows a game table comprising a game board 10 that is oriented horizontally during game operation, a substructure 12 that supports the game board 10, and a vertically oriented target device 14 designed as a target board.

The game table shown can be used like a classic table tennis table.

The aiming device 14 can be replaced by another aiming device.

For example, as shown in Fig. 2, the aiming device 14 may have three recesses 16.

Optional collecting devices, e.g. nets, can be provided behind the recesses 16. The shape of the target devices 14 is basically arbitrary. For example, they can be semicircular, as shown in Figs. 3 and 4.

The size is also arbitrary. For example, the target device 14, as shown in Fig. 4, can be as large as one half of the game board 10.

As shown in Fig. 5, the target device 14 can also be omitted. For example, beer pong can be played on the game table. Because the target devices 14 can be exchanged for one another, the game table can be used in a variety of ways.

Claims

claims 1. Gaming table, comprising at least one game plate (10) oriented horizontally during game operation, a substructure (12) supporting the game plate (10) during game operation, and at least two interchangeable target devices (14) oriented vertically during game operation. 2. Game table according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one target device is designed as a target plate (14). 3. Game table according to claim 2, characterized in that the target plate (14) is pivotable relative to the game plate (10). 4. Game table according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that the target plate (14) has at least one recess (16). 5. Game table according to one of claims 2 to 3, characterized in that the target plate (14) has at least two recesses (16) of different sizes. 6. Gaming table according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that a collecting device is provided in the region of the recess (16). 7. Game table according to claim 6, characterized in that the collecting device comprises a net, a basket and/or a grid. 8. Game table according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that the collecting device can be fastened to the target plate (14) without tools, preferably inserted. 9. Game table according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the game board (10), the substructure (12) and/or the target device (14) are designed to be mounted without tools, preferably pluggable. 10. Game table according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the game board (10) and/or the target device (14) has a counting device.