Video game device, play control method for video game, and readable recording medium recording the method

A video game device comprises a storing unit for storing one or a plurality of character information (special capabilities, etc.) in the game, an injury event control unit for controlling injury events occuring during the game, a game interrupting control unit for interrupting the game in the event that an injury event occurs, and a game resuming control unit for resuming the game at the point that the injury event ends, so the game player can cause the play character on the screen to preform a simulation experience closer to actual playing. Thus, a video game device wherein the game player can cause a play character on the screen to perform a simulation experience in a manner closer to actually playing the sport can be provided.