JP2003010465A - Game machine, screen image display method of the same, storage medium, and server - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of impressing players with novelty different from conventional variable display games, attracting the line of sight of the players to variable display games, and obtaining the effects of making the players enjoy the games without wearying them. SOLUTION: The game machine is constituted in such a way that a plurality of discrimination information images are varied and displayed on a display part when a ball enters an actuating opening provided for a game board and that a plurality of the discrimination information images are shifted to a big-win game state advantageous for the players in which a big-prize-winning opening is opened and closed in the case that a plurality of the discrimination information images are halted in a predetermined combination. A plurality of character images individually corresponding to each group of the discrimination information images are arranged and interlocked with the operations of each character image, and the discrimination information images of each group of the discrimination information images are varied and displayed.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a gaming machine, a method for displaying a variation of an identification information image in the gaming machine, a storage medium, and a server.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art A conventional pachinko game machine, when a game ball enters a starting opening provided on a game board in a normal game state,
A variable display game in which identification information images including a plurality of numbers and symbols are variably displayed on a display device is played, and as a result of the variable display game, the plurality of identification information images are, for example, an array (“1” “ "1""1" or "6""6""6"
When a game is stopped in a predetermined arrangement (combination) such as (), a relatively large special winning opening provided on a game board is opened and closed a predetermined number of times so as to shift to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to a player. I was making up.

As a variable display of the identification information image in the conventional pachinko gaming machine, an image sequence is formed by arranging a plurality of numbers, symbols, etc. in a line in the vertical direction or the horizontal direction, and the image sequence is displayed in the vertical direction. Or, a method of simply scrolling in the lateral direction has been generally widely used.

Under such circumstances, Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2000-1073
Japanese Patent Publication No. 78 discloses a gaming machine which displays an identification information image on a display device, divides the identification information image into left and right parts, and then displays the next identification information image to display the identification information image in a variable manner. Is disclosed.

Further, in Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2000-288186, the identification information image displayed on the display device is composed of upper and lower divided partial patterns, and the upper partial pattern and the lower partial pattern are respectively randomly generated. A gaming machine is disclosed in which the identification information image is variably displayed by a display method.

[0006]

However, when the identification information image is variably displayed by simply scrolling the image rows arranged in a row in a fixed vertical or horizontal direction, the identification information image is variably displayed. Since it is performed monotonously, the player's interest cannot be attracted to the variable display game, and the player may be bored.

When the identification information image is variably displayed by a method of dividing the identification information image into left and right parts and then displaying the next identification information image, the divided identification information image is continuously displayed next to the divided identification information image. It is naturally predicted by the player that the next identification information image will be displayed, and again the variable display game becomes monotonous, and the player's interest cannot be attracted to the variable display game, which makes the player tired. There was a risk of it.

Further, the identification information image displayed on the display device is composed of two upper and lower divided partial patterns, and the identification information image is displayed by randomly displaying the upper partial pattern and the lower partial pattern. When the variable display is performed, the partial symbols are randomly changed, and in the middle of the variable display, an uninteresting display that cannot be recognized by the player appears at random on the display device. As a player, until the variable display ends, that is, until the result of the variable display game comes out, the variable display game cannot be interesting at all, and in this case, the player's interest can be attracted to the variable display game. There was a risk that the player would get bored.

[0009]

Therefore, in the present invention according to claim 1, it is possible to display a screen image composed of a plurality of types of identification information images and an effect image including a character image and a background image, and the plurality of types of image information can be displayed. Using a plurality of identification information image group including the identification information image, while sequentially displaying the plurality of types of identification information images in each identification information image group,
A gaming machine including a display unit capable of stopping and displaying one identification information image of the plurality of types of identification information images at a predetermined timing, wherein a plurality of character images individually corresponding to the respective identification information image groups are displayed. It is arranged to provide a gaming machine characterized by variably displaying the identification information images of the corresponding identification information image groups in association with the movement of each character image.

In this way, a plurality of character images individually corresponding to the plurality of identification information image groups are arranged, and the identification information images of the respective identification image information groups corresponding to the movement of each character image are variably displayed. Since the identification information image group is monotonically scrolled as in the conventional art, the character image is also variably displayed, which is different from the conventional variable display game for the player. Impress different novelty, intriguing the player's interest, and attracting the player's line of sight to the variable display game, while each character image does not change independently of the identification information image but the identification information Since it moves in conjunction with the variable display of the image, it is somewhat predictable what kind of identification information image will be displayed by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Can, this can also attract the gaze of the player on the variable display game by, and therefore, it is possible to enjoy the game without being tired the player.

According to the second aspect of the present invention, the variable display of the identification information image is performed in synchronization with the operation timing of the character image, and the movement is performed according to the operation content.

As described above, the scrolling variable display of the identification information image is synchronized with the motion timing of the character image,
Since the player moves according to the action contents of the character image, the player can read the movement of the identification information image by gazing at the variable display of the character image corresponding to each, instead of gazing at only the variable display of the identification information image. This also allows the player's line of sight to be attracted to the variable display game, so that the player can enjoy the game without getting tired. If the player concentrates on skill and pays attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image, which excites the player's curiosity and variably displays the player's line of sight. Can be attracted to the game.

In the present invention according to claim 3, each character image performs a dance including a rotating motion, and the identification information image is
The rotation of the character image is changed in the same direction at the same timing.

Therefore, while the variation display of the novel identification information image is slightly different from the conventional one, the action of the identification information image and the action of the character image include the rotation variation in the same direction at the same timing, so that the game is played. The player can read the movement of the identification information image by gazing at the variable display of the corresponding character image instead of gazing at the variable display of the identification information image, and attracting the player's line of sight to the variable display game. Therefore, the player can enjoy the game without getting tired. If the player concentrates on skill and pays attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image, which excites the player's curiosity and variably displays the player's line of sight. Can be attracted to the game.

According to the fourth aspect of the present invention, the variable display of the identification information image linked with the character image is performed when the plurality of identification information image groups form a reach combination.

Therefore, it is possible to make the player recognize that the variable display game is in the reach state, and it is possible to further attract the player's interest to the variable display game.
This allows the player to enjoy the game without getting tired.

In the present invention according to claim 5, a screen image composed of a plurality of types of identification information images and a performance image including a character image and a background image can be displayed, and identification information including the plurality of types of identification information images can be displayed. It is possible to use a plurality of image groups and sequentially change and display the plurality of types of identification information images in each identification information image group, and stop and display one of the plurality of types of identification information images at a predetermined timing. In the gaming machine including the display unit, a single character image having a plurality of moving body parts individually corresponding to each of the identification information image groups is arranged, and the character image corresponding to the movement of each moving body unit is arranged. It is decided to provide a gaming machine characterized by displaying the identification information images of each identification information image group in a variable manner.

In this way, a single character image having a plurality of moving body parts individually corresponding to the respective identification information image groups is arranged, and the respective identification information image groups corresponding to the movements of the respective moving body parts are arranged. Since the identification information image of the above is provided so as to be displayed in a variable manner, unlike the conventional case where the identification information image group scrolls monotonously, a novelty different from the conventional variable display game is provided to the player. It can impress the player, attract the player's interest, and attract the player's line of sight to the variable display game. On the other hand, the moving body part of each character image does not change independently of the identification information image. Since it moves in conjunction with the variable display of the identification information image, the association between the movement of the moving body part of the character image and the movement of the identification information image becomes clear, and the player pays attention to the variable display of the character image. It is possible to predict to some extent what kind of identification information image will be displayed, and this also allows the player's line of sight to be attracted to the variable display game, and therefore the player can enjoy the game without getting tired. it can. In the present invention according to claim 6, a display unit for displaying a moving image, a static image, or a screen image in which these are combined, and electronic data to the display unit, as appropriate, according to the game situation developed on the game board. And a plurality of identification information image groups including a plurality of types of identification information images, and sequentially displaying the plurality of types of identification information images in each identification information image group. At the same time, it is a screen image display method of a gaming machine capable of stopping and displaying one identification information image of the plurality of types of identification information images at a predetermined timing, and individually corresponding to each of the identification information image groups. A screen image display method for a gaming machine, comprising a step of variably displaying the identification information image of each corresponding identification information image group in association with the operation of the arranged character image. It was decided to provide. As described above, the step of variably displaying the identification information images of the corresponding identification information image groups in association with the operation of the character images arranged so as to individually correspond to the identification information image groups is included. Unlike the monotonous scrolling of the image sequence like this, the character image is also displayed in a variable manner, impressing the player with novelty different from the conventional variable display game, and making the player interested. The player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. On the other hand, the character image does not move independently of the identification information image but moves in association with the variable display of the identification information image. By gazing at the variable display of the auxiliary image, it is possible to predict what kind of identification information image is being displayed to some extent, and this also draws the player's line of sight to the variable display game. Kicking it can, therefore, it is possible to enjoy the game without being tired the player.

According to the seventh aspect of the present invention, the variable display of the identification information image is performed in synchronization with the operation timing of the character image, and the movement is performed according to the operation content. By making the prediction both easy and difficult, the player can easily predict the identification information image by paying attention to the character image that fluctuates due to the concentration of skill, and the player's curiosity is increased. The player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game so that the player can enjoy the game without getting tired.

In the present invention according to claim 8, the character images perform a dance including a rotation motion, and the identification information image changes in the same direction at the same timing as the rotation motion of the character image. Predicting the movement of the information image becomes easier, while maintaining the difficulty, so that the player can easily predict the identification information image by paying attention to the character image that fluctuates with concentration due to skill. Thus, the player's curiosity can be raised, the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game, and the player can enjoy the game without getting tired.

In the present invention according to claim 9, a display unit for displaying a moving image, a static image or a performance image in which these images are combined and a display unit for displaying the moving image, a static image or a combination thereof are appropriately displayed according to the game situation developed on the game board. A plurality of identification information image groups including a plurality of types of identification information images in the display unit, and the plurality of types of identification information images in each identification information image group are sequentially arranged. A screen image display method for a gaming machine, in which the identification information image of one of the plurality of types of identification information images can be stopped and displayed at a predetermined timing while being variably displayed, and is individually supported for each of the identification information image groups. Arranging a single character image having a plurality of moving body parts, and variably displaying the identification information images of the respective identification information image groups corresponding to the movement of each moving body part. It was decided to provide a screen image displaying method of a gaming machine according to claim. In this way, a single character image provided with a plurality of moving body parts individually corresponding to each identification information image group is arranged, and the identification information of each identification information image group corresponding to the movement of each moving body part is arranged. Since it includes a step of displaying images in a variable manner, unlike the conventional case where the identification information image group scrolls monotonously, it gives the player a novelty different from the conventional variable display game. The player's eyes can be attracted to the player and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. On the other hand, the moving body part of each character image does not change independently of the identification information image but the identification information image. The movement of the moving part of the character image and the movement of the identification information image become clear because the movement moves in conjunction with the variable display of the character image, and the player can gaze at the variable display of the character image. It is possible to predict to some extent whether or not a different identification information image will be displayed, which also allows the player's line of sight to be attracted to the variable display game, so that the player can enjoy the game without getting tired. You can

In the present invention according to claim 10, the step of variably displaying the identification information image in association with the character image is executed when a combination of a plurality of identification information image groups is reached. It was decided to provide a screen image display method of a characteristic gaming machine.

As described above, a screen image display method is realized in which the identification information is displayed in a variable manner in conjunction with the character image in the reach state in which the jackpot game state, which is advantageous to the player, is entered. The player's eyes can be attracted to the variable display game,
It is possible to entertain the player without getting tired of the player.

The present invention according to claim 11 is a computer-readable storage medium which stores a display program for displaying a moving image, a still image, or a screen image in which these images are appropriately combined according to the situation of the game. In the display program, a plurality of types of identification information images, each of which is variably displayed and can be individually stopped at a predetermined timing,
A program for displaying an image including an effect image consisting of a character image and a background image as the screen image, and further, in conjunction with the operation of the character image arranged so as to individually correspond to each of the identification information image groups,
It is decided to provide a computer-readable storage medium characterized in that the identification information images of the corresponding identification information image groups are variably displayed.

Also by this, it is possible to provide the computer-readable storage medium which can attract the player's line of sight to the variable display game and entertain the game without making the player tired.

According to the twelfth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a server which causes each terminal to display a game machine image showing the game machine,
A screen image consisting of a moving image, a still image, or a combination of these images is displayed as appropriate according to the situation of the game played on the terminal, and each of them is variably displayed and individually stopped at a predetermined timing. The plurality of types of identification information images and the effect image including the character image and the background image are controlled as the screen image for the terminal device, and individually correspond to each of the identification information image groups. It is decided to provide a server characterized in that the identification information images of the respective corresponding identification information image groups are variably displayed in association with the motion of the character images thus arranged.

This also makes it possible to attract the player's line of sight to the variable display game, and to provide a server which allows the player to enjoy the game without getting tired.

The "gaming machine" referred to in the present specification may be a gaming machine in which a display unit for performing various displays and a control unit for performing various controls are integrally housed in a casing.
Alternatively, software for performing various controls may be installed in a general-purpose computer, a mobile terminal device, or the like, or may be configured by being divided into a server and a terminal device (client).

The "identification information" referred to in this specification means
Visually identifiable information such as characters, symbols, pictures or patterns (patterns).

Further, the "variable display" means that when the identification information changes in sequence, for example, a symbol "7" which is one piece of identification information.
When changing from the other identification information to the design "8",
In addition to the case of changing from the design "9" to another design "☆" and displaying the same, the identification information moves and is displayed while one identification information is displayed in the display area where the identification information can be displayed. In this case, for example, the concept includes a case where one symbol “7” moves while being displayed in the display area. Furthermore, when the display mode of the identification information is changed, for example, when one symbol “7” is deformed and displayed horizontally or vertically, the symbol is displayed enlarged or reduced. This is a concept that also includes cases where it is performed.

Further, the "normal screen" is a concept excluding a reach screen as a notice screen for notifying a big hit of a game and a big hit production screen at the time of a big hit. Further, the concept also includes an effect screen in which the identification information that has been variably displayed is temporarily stopped, and then the identification information is variably displayed again and displayed until the reach or the big hit. Further, it is a concept including a screen displayed when the game result of the variable display game played on the display unit is missed.

[0032]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

[First Embodiment] FIG. 1 is a front view showing an outline of a gaming machine according to the present invention. In the embodiments described below, the present invention is applied to a pachinko gaming machine as a preferred embodiment of the gaming machine according to the present invention. However, the game machine according to the present invention is not limited to a pachinko game machine, but can be applied to a portable game machine, a general-purpose computer in which game software is installed, or a mobile terminal. In this specification, the pachinko game machine 10 is a concept including a pachi-con machine.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a rectangular frame-shaped main body frame 12, a rectangular plate-shaped game board 14 incorporated in the main body frame 12, and a main body frame 1 provided in front of the game board 14.
The second window frame 16, the upper plate 20 and the lower plate 22 provided on the front side of the main body frame 12 below the window frame 16, and the firing handle 26 provided on the right side of the lower plate 22 are arranged. There is.

A plurality of obstacle nails (not shown) are struck on the front surface of the game board 14. In addition, the game board 14 is formed of a resin material, and a metal rod-shaped body is planted in the game board 14 of the resin material so as to project in the front direction of the game board 14 instead of nailing. Alternatively, the present invention can be applied to the pachinko gaming apparatus 10 (Pachicon machine) configured as described above.

Further, the firing handle 26 is rotatably provided with respect to the main body frame 12, and the player operates the firing handle 26 to shoot a game ball onto the game board 14 to advance a pachinko game. It is possible. A firing motor 28 is provided on the back side of the firing handle 26, and when the firing handle 26 is rotated clockwise by the player, electric power is supplied to the firing motor 28 and stored in the upper plate 20. The game balls are sequentially fired on the game board 14.

The launched game ball is guided by the guide rails 30 provided on the game board 14 and moves to the upper part of the game board 14, and then the traveling direction of the game ball is changed by the collision with the plurality of obstacle nails. While changing, it drops toward the bottom of the game board 14.

An enlarged front view of the game board 14 is shown in FIG. The same reference numerals are given to the components corresponding to those shown in FIG. In addition, FIG. 2 also shows an omission of the above-mentioned obstacle nail.

A display device 32, which is a display unit as described later, is provided substantially in the center of the front surface of the game board 14. still,
A portion of the above-described display device 32 that displays an effect image described later may be a liquid crystal display panel or a cathode ray tube. Also,
In the above-described example, the display device 32 is provided in the center of the front surface of the game board 14 of the pachinko game machine 10 which is a game machine, but if it is a position visible to the player. The display device 32 may be provided at any position of the game machine.

A small display device 52 is provided above the display device 32. This display device 52 is, for example, 7
It is composed of a segment display, and the normal symbol, which is the display information, is variably displayed so that fluctuation and stop are repeated.

Ball passage detectors 55a and 55b are provided on the left and right sides of the display device 32. The ball passage detectors 55a, 55b, when detecting that the game ball has passed in the vicinity thereof, the variable display of the normal symbol is started on the display device 52 described above, and after a predetermined time has passed,
Stop the variable display of the normal pattern.

This ordinary pattern is information consisting of numbers and symbols, for example, numbers such as "0" to "9" and symbols such as "*". This normal design is a predetermined design, for example, "7"
When it is stopped and displayed, the movable pieces 58a, 58b provided on both the left and right sides of the starting port 44, which will be described later, are displayed.
An electric current is supplied to a solenoid 57 (see FIG. 4) for driving the starter 44, and the movable pieces 58a and 58b are driven so that the game ball easily enters the starter 44, so that the starter 44 is opened. . After opening the starting port 44,
When the predetermined time has passed, the movable pieces 58a, 58b
Is driven to close the starting opening 44 so that it is difficult for the game ball to enter.

On both left and right sides of the display device 52 described above, 4
Two holding lamps 34a to 34d are provided. In addition, a general winning opening 50 is provided above the display device 52.

A jackpot winning device M is provided at the bottom of the game board 14. This jackpot winning device M
Is a front cover 200 and a rear substrate 201, as shown in FIG.
Each device member is interposed between and, and a shutter 40 is openable and closable vertically by a solenoid 48 via a shaft 202 at the big winning opening 38 of the game ball formed in the front cover 200. And a guide 207 is provided on the back surface of the shutter 40, which faces upward when the shutter 40 is opened.
A sphere passage hole that forms the specific area 203 and a sphere passage hole that forms the normal area 204 are formed, and a swing plate 206 that tilts left and right by a solenoid 205 is disposed between them, that is, in the rear center of the shutter 40. ing.

The shutter 40 is driven by a solenoid 48 so as to be opened when a big hit state is generated by a variable display game which will be described later. When the shutter 40 is opened, the game balls are won in the special winning opening 38 until a predetermined time or a predetermined number of prize balls are reached, and a required number of prize balls are output, and then the shutter 40 is closed. But,
When the shutter 40 is opened, one of the balls is a guide 207.
When entering the specific area 203 along the line, the shutter 40 promises to open the next shutter 40 even after a lapse of a predetermined time or a predetermined number of spheres.
A jackpot gaming state that is advantageous for a player that can be repeated up to 16 times is realized.

Incidentally, when the shutter 40 is opened, the swing plate 206 is tilted to the left side so that at least one game ball can easily enter the specified area on the left side, and the game ball enters the specified area. When the ball is hit, the sensor senses the incoming ball, the swing plate 206 is tilted to the right by the solenoid 205, and the game ball thereafter is configured to enter the normal area on the right side.

On the left and right sides of the above-mentioned display device 32, general winning openings 54a, 54b are provided. In addition, on the left and right sides of the lower part of the display device 32, general winning openings 54c, 5
4d is provided. Further, special winning openings 56a, 56b are provided at the left and right ends of the game board 14, and special winning openings 56c, 56d are provided on both left and right sides of the big winning opening 38.

In the lower part of the display device 32, a variable display game, which will be described later, is started, and a plurality of, for example, three pieces of identification information, which are displayed on the display device 32, serve as triggers for shifting to a variable display state. A starting port 44 having a detection sensor 42 is provided. The special winning opening 38, the starting opening 44, the general winning openings 54a to 54d, and the special winning opening 56a described above.
When the game balls are won in ~ 56d, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out to the lower plate 22 according to the type of the winning opening.

Further, rolling guide members 60a, 60b for guiding the path of the game ball in a predetermined direction are provided on both left and right sides of the display device 32. Further, decoration lamps 36a and 36 are provided on the upper left side and the upper right side outside the game board 14.
b is provided.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing the control circuit of the pachinko gaming machine which is an embodiment of the present invention.

The firing handle 26 described above is used in the control circuit 6
0 interface circuit group 62, and the interface circuit group 62 is connected to the input / output bus 64. An angle signal indicating the rotation angle of the firing handle 26 is converted into a predetermined signal by the interface circuit group 62 and then supplied to the input / output bus 64. I / O bus 64
A data signal or an address signal is input to and output from a central processing circuit (hereinafter referred to as CPU) 66. Further, the ball detection sensor 42 is also connected to the interface circuit group 62 described above, and when the game ball passes through the starting opening 44, the ball detection sensor 42 supplies a detection signal to the interface circuit group 62. Further, the interface circuit group 62 includes a sphere passage detector 5
5 is also connected, and the ball passage detector 55 supplies a detection signal to the interface circuit group 62 when it detects that the game ball has passed the vicinity thereof.

The input / output bus 64 described above includes a ROM (read only memory) 68 and a RAM (random
An access memory) 70 is also connected.

The ROM 68 stores a control program for controlling the flow of the entire game of the pachinko game machine. Also,
When the variable display game is executed on the display device 32, the ROM 68 is image data of a symbol that is displayed in a variable or stopped manner, character image data of a character such as a moving object displayed as an effect screen, and a background of the display device 32. The background image data and the moving image video image data constituting the above, the sound data used for the game, the initial data for executing the control program, the program for controlling the blinking operation pattern of the decoration lamp 36, and the like are stored. The above-described symbol image data is used when the symbols are variably displayed on the display device 32 or when the symbols are stopped and displayed, and is used in various display modes such as an enlarged image, a reduced image, and a deformed image. The image data is included. Further, the character image data, the background image data, and the moving image video image data described above are for displaying a moving image, a still image, or an image obtained by combining these as a screen image on the display device 32 in order to produce a game. . Further, the above-mentioned character image data includes image data corresponding to each motion for displaying the motion of the character, and the sound data is for producing a game, and is effective from the speaker 46 described later. It is used for producing sound such as sound.

The RAM 70 also stores the values of flags and variables used in the above-mentioned program. For example, it stores new input data, a result of calculation by the CPU 66, cumulative reach data indicating a history of games, a cumulative variation number, and a cumulative jackpot number. The CPU 66, which is a control unit, performs arithmetic processing by calling and executing a predetermined program, and based on the result of the arithmetic processing, character image data, background image data, moving image video image data, pattern image data, and sound data. Transmission of electronic data and other controls are performed.

Further, the CPU 66 reads out the image data of the symbol which is the above-mentioned identification information, controls so that the symbol is variably displayed on the display device 32, and the mutual combination state of the symbols which are the plurality of identification information. Is the display device 3
In step 2, the control is performed so that the stop display is performed at a predetermined timing.

An interface circuit group 72 is also connected to the input / output bus 64. The display device 32, the speaker 46, the firing motor 28, the solenoid 48, the holding lamp 34, and the decoration lamp 36 are connected to the interface circuit group 72.
2 supplies a drive signal and drive power to control each of the above-mentioned devices according to the result of the arithmetic processing in the CPU 66.

The display device 32, which is a display unit, is composed of a variable symbol display unit and an effect screen display unit, and under the control of the CPU 66, both of the screens displayed on these two display units are combined and displayed. The display device 32 is not limited to such a configuration, and may have a configuration having three or more display portions, and by combining these display portions, an image of a design or an effect image is displayed on the display device 32. May be

By thus displaying the screens displayed on the plurality of display units on the display device 32, the variable scenes of the symbols displayed on one display unit and the effect screen displayed on the effect screen are displayed. By combining them, various display forms are possible.

The solenoid 48 is for opening and closing the shutter 40 as described above. further,
The hold lamp 34 indicates the cumulative number of game balls entered in the starting opening 44, and the decoration lamp 36 indicates to the player when the game becomes a big hit or reach. It blinks or lights up.

The CPU 66 described above constitutes a control unit, the display device 32 constitutes a display unit, and the pachinko game machine 10 constitutes a gaming machine.

In the following, it is assumed that the pachinko game machine 10 is activated, the variables used in the CPU 66 described above are initialized to predetermined values, and are operating normally.

FIG. 5 shows a subroutine for detecting a game ball executed in the control circuit 60 described above. It should be noted that this subroutine is called and executed at a predetermined timing from a control program that controls the pachinko game of the pachinko game device 10 that has been executed in advance.

First, it is detected whether or not a game ball has entered the winning opening (step S11). The winning openings are, for example, the general winning openings 50 and 54a to 54d and the special winning openings 56a to 56d in the example shown in FIG. When it is determined in step S11 that a game ball has entered the winning opening, a process of paying out a predetermined number of gaming balls according to the type of the winning opening is executed (step S11).
12).

Next, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the starting opening (step S13). This starting port is, for example, the starting port 44 in the example shown in FIG. 2 described above.
When it is determined in this step S13 that a game ball has entered the starting opening, a variable display game to be described later is executed (step S14).

Further, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed the ball passage detector (step S15). The ball passage detectors are, for example, the ball passage detectors 55a and 55b in the example shown in FIG. In this step S15, when it is determined that the game ball has passed the ball passage detector, as described above, the process of displaying the normal symbol on the display device 52 in a variable manner is executed (step S16).
In addition, as described above, when the variable symbol that has been changed and displayed has a predetermined symbol when stopped, the movable pieces 58a, 5
8b is driven to open the starting opening 44 so that the game ball can easily enter the starting opening 44.

FIG. 6 shows a subroutine for executing the variable display game process called and executed in step S14 described above.

When this subroutine is called, the fixed screen displayed on the display device 32 is switched to the normal screen and the variable display game is started.

The variable display game is a game simulating a game played in a slot machine, and a plurality of symbols, which are a plurality of pieces of identification information, are displayed on the display device 32, and after each of them is displayed so as to change, These symbols are displayed so as to be stopped sequentially at a predetermined timing, and when the combination of symbols when all the symbols are stopped becomes a predetermined combination, a state where the pachinko game is advantageous to the player, that is, a big hit This is a game for shifting to the big hit game state in which the shutter 40 of the special winning opening 38 in the winning device M is repeatedly opened a plurality of times, and the variation display and the stop display are executed as one stroke. Here, the identification information refers to information that can be visually identified such as characters, symbols, patterns or patterns (designs).

The variable display game will be described in detail. For example, 1 consisting of "1", "2", ..., "12".
These 1 as a set of two numbers
The two symbols are sequentially displayed on the display device 32, and while the symbols are displayed to move, the symbols themselves are displayed to change. For example, in the display device 32, the symbol "1"
Is displayed so as to be scrolled from the top to the bottom of the display device 32, then the symbol “2” is displayed to be scrolled from the top to the bottom, and subsequently the symbol “3” is similarly scrolled from the top to the bottom. Is displayed. After the symbols "1" to "12" are displayed in this manner, the symbols "1" are again displayed so as to be scrolled, and the same display is sequentially repeated. By displaying the symbols on the display device 32 in this manner, "1" to "2"
, "2" to "3" are displayed up to "12" so that the symbols change sequentially while scrolling the symbols,
Then, "1" is displayed again. In this manner, a mode in which the symbols are displayed so that the symbols themselves are sequentially changed while moving the position of one symbol is referred to as variable display. Further, a mode in which a certain symbol is stopped and displayed is referred to as a stop display. The symbols belonging to one group are displayed on the display device 32.
In the case of displaying on, the symbols to be displayed are not limited to only one symbol belonging to the group, but a plurality of symbols, for example, 2 symbols.
Up to three symbols may be displayed simultaneously. For example, when the symbol “5” is variably displayed on the display device 32, a part or the whole of the symbol “4” is variably displayed below the symbol “5”, and the symbol “6” is above the symbol “5”. May be displayed in a variable manner. The above-mentioned symbol group is a concept corresponding to the symbol group displayed on one reel used in the slot machine.

Further, when the variable display game is executed on the display device 32, the symbols belonging to each of the plurality of groups are displayed. For example, when each of the symbols belonging to the three groups is displayed in the horizontal direction, the symbols belonging to one group are displayed on the left side of the display device 32, and the symbols belonging to another group are displayed on the display device 32. The symbols displayed in the center and belonging to the remaining groups are displayed on the right side of the display device 32. By displaying the design which is the identification information in this manner, a plurality of identification information is displayed on the display device 32 which is the display unit. For example, in the case of performing variable display so that only one of the symbols belonging to one set is always displayed, the display device 32 displays three symbols, that is, one symbol on the left side, One symbol is displayed in the center, and one symbol is displayed on the right side. Further, the number of sets when the variable display game is executed is not limited to three, and is not limited to three.
The symbols belonging to a plurality of groups other than the above may be displayed on the display device 32. As described above, by displaying the symbols in this manner, a plurality of symbols, that is, a plurality of pieces of identification information, are displayed on the display device 32 which is the display unit. Further, as described above, a plurality of symbols may be displayed for symbols belonging to one group, for example, two symbols belonging to one group may be displayed so as to be displayed at the same time, and three groups may be displayed. When it is decided to display, a total of 6 symbols are variably displayed on the display device 32.

After variably displaying symbols belonging to a plurality of groups,
When all symbols that have been variably displayed are stopped and displayed at a predetermined timing, when the combination of these symbols is stopped and displayed in accordance with the predetermined combination, the pachinko game is considered to have won the jackpot in the variable display game. The state where it is advantageous to the player, that is, the big hit game state in which the shutter 40 of the big winning opening 38 in the big hit winning device M is repeatedly opened a plurality of times is entered.

For example, when the symbols belonging to three groups are displayed on the display device 32, the symbols belonging to one group are stopped and displayed at "7", and the symbols belonging to other groups are also stopped and displayed at "7". When the symbols belonging to the remaining groups are also stopped and displayed as "7", a so-called doublet pattern is formed, and the symbol combination is "7"-"7"-"7" of the identification information of the predetermined specific combination. ", A state in which the pachinko game is advantageous to the player as if the variable display game is won as a jackpot, that is, the jackpot gaming state in which the shutter 40 of the jackpot opening 38 in the jackpot winning device M is repeatedly opened a plurality of times. To move to.

In the state where the jackpot is achieved and the player is favored, that is, when the jackpot game state in which the shutter 40 of the jackpot opening 38 in the jackpot winning apparatus M is repeatedly opened a plurality of times is entered, the solenoid 48 described above is entered.
The electric current is supplied to the game board 14, and the shutter 40 of the special winning opening 38 provided on the front surface of the game board 14 is opened to play the game ball.
It is easy to enter 8.

Even in the case of a big hit game state of such a big hit big hit, the identification information of a specific combination, for example, a close eye of "3", "3" and "3" or "7" and "7" When the combination of the identification information of the doublet of "7" and "7" is established, the probability variation state in which the jackpot gaming state is shifted to the jackpot gaming state again with high probability is entered.

Here, the "probability fluctuation state" refers to a control state in which the probability of being a big hit is higher than in the normal gaming state, and for example, the display device 32 or the display device 52 in the upper center of the display device 32. The variable time from variable to stop is shortened, the time of the opening state of the starting port 44 is extended, and the probability that the identification information of the display device 32 becomes a doublet is high.

Further, when the variable display game is being executed, a display screen including a background image, a character image, etc. is also displayed on the display device 32.

The fixed screen mentioned above means the display device 32.
The variable display game executed in 1 is not executed, and is a screen displayed on the display device 32 when only the pachinko game is progressing in the pachinko game device 10. Further, the normal screen is a period from when the variable display game is started on the display device 32 and the symbols displayed on the display device 32 are variably displayed until when the variable display game reaches or becomes a big hit. Means an effect screen displayed on the display device 32.

When the variable display game as described above is started, first, as shown in FIG. 6, the internal lottery process is executed by the calculation process of the CPU 66 (step S21). This internal lottery process is a process of presetting a symbol combination when all symbols belonging to a plurality of variably displayed groups are stopped and displayed and the symbol is confirmed.
As will be described later, the variable display and the stop display of the symbols are performed so that the symbols are stopped and displayed in the combination of the symbols determined by the internal lottery process.

After the internal lottery process (step S21) is completed, the background image is displayed on the display device 32 (step S22).

Next, the symbol which is the identification information is variably displayed (step S23). For example, on the display device 32, the symbol “2” belonging to one of the three groups is displayed on the left side, the symbol “10” belonging to the other group is displayed in the center, and the remaining one group is displayed. The belonging symbol "12" is displayed on the right side. In addition, these three symbols "2", "10"
And “12” are a plurality of pieces of identification information.

Next, the character image is displayed on the display device 32 (step S24).

Steps S23 and S2 described above
The process of 4 is repeatedly executed until it is determined that all the symbols belonging to the plurality of sets are stopped and displayed in step S27 as described later. By repeatedly executing the processing in this manner, the symbols can be variably displayed so as to scroll in a predetermined manner, and the character can also be displayed so as to perform a predetermined action.

Next, it is judged whether or not it is time to stop and display the symbols belonging to one set of a plurality of sets, for example, three sets (step S25). When it is determined that it is time to stop and display the symbol, the symbol is stopped and displayed (step S26).

In step S25 described above, when it is determined that it is not time to stop and display the symbols, or when the process of step S26 is executed, it is determined whether or not all the symbols belonging to a plurality of groups have been stopped and displayed ( Step S27). When it is determined that all the symbols belonging to the plurality of groups are not stopped and displayed, the process is returned to step S23. On the other hand, when it is determined that all the symbols belonging to the plurality of groups have been stopped and displayed, this subroutine is ended.

Here, the variable display of the identification information image will be specifically described. This embodiment (first variable display embodiment)
In, an image sequence formed by a plurality of identification information images arranged in one horizontal line is displayed at three lower portions of the display device 32 as a display unit, and each image sequence is scrolled to the left and right to display each image. The symbols as the identification information images in the row are variably displayed.

That is, as shown in FIG. 7A, when an image sequence is formed by numbers (identification information images) arranged in order from left to right from 1 (identification information image), and when scrolling of each image sequence is stopped, As shown in FIG. 8 (a), one number is displayed for each image sequence, and three numbers are displayed on the display device 32. These numbers are used as the combination result of the variable display game. I am trying to adopt it.

The image sequence is formed from a plurality of identification information images arranged in a row in the horizontal direction here, but the same image sequence is formed as long as it is formed from a plurality of identification information images arranged in a line. The image sequence is not limited to the horizontal direction, and may be arranged in any direction such as the vertical direction or the diagonal direction. Further, a dancer image as a character image individually corresponding to each of the backgrounds of these image sequences is displayed. The identification information image of each corresponding identification image information group is provided so as to be variably displayed in association with the operation of each dancer image. Particularly, in this embodiment, the rotation of the dancer and the identification information image are synchronized with the dancer's operation timing as the character image, and the number of the dancer's rotation is changed so that the number of the identification information image is displayed in a motion according to the operation content of the dancer. Since the timing of rotation of a certain number is synchronized, scrolling is performed as if the number which is the identification information image rotates in response to the rotation of the dancer. That is, when entering the dance screen, as shown in FIG. 7 (b), the main dancer dances in the central portion of the screen, and the design of the identification information image also moves in synchronization with the action. For example, when the main dancer rotates to the right, the center symbol also scrolls to rotate to the right. Similarly, the left and right back dancers dance on the left and right of the screen, and for example, when the right back dancer rotates to the right, the pattern of the identification information image on the right also scrolls to the right according to the operation. Next, the stop display of the identification information image (step S26) will be described. As shown in FIG. 8 (a), the stop display of each symbol is synchronized with the time when each dancer in the corresponding background finishes dancing. In response to the left and right back dancers having finished dancing, the left and right symbols stop and display the symbol “7” adopted as a result of the variable display game, that is, the reach state. . During this reach, the main dancer in the center rotates in the depth direction and the design in the center also rotates in the depth direction, so that the reach is impressed. After that, the left and right back dancers recede from the background. Here, the screen is switched to a production scene in which the disc jockey speaks. After that, the screen is switched again, and as shown in FIG. 8B, the main dancer enters the dance scene. After that, when the dance of the main dancer in the background corresponding to the central image row ends, as shown in FIG. 8C, the symbols in the central image row are also stopped and displayed. In the case of this embodiment, as a result of the variable display game, the symbol "7" is adopted for the central image sequence and is stopped and displayed, and as a result, the stationary display symbol "7" of the left and right image sequences is matched. That is, the identification information of the predetermined specific combination is "7"-
Matches "7"-"7", and shifts to a specific game state as a big hit.

As described above, in the above example, the three symbols in the middle row adopted as the combination result of the variable display games are all "7", and the state of a big hit is taken up. There may be a case where the combination becomes a combination other than the identification information and the combination is out of order. In the case of deviation, it is possible to perform a motion that makes the dancer slip down, such that the dance is unsuccessful, and impress the player with the deviation. FIG. 9 shows another embodiment of the variation display of the identification information image (second variation display embodiment). Here, in the case where the first variation display example is dislocated, the one configured to further develop is displayed. In this case, the back dancer appears from the left and right, and the total is combined with the center main dancer. Three dancers will dance on the screen, and the design will scroll in accordance with this movement (Fig. 9 (a)). After that, when the main dancer finishes dancing, the symbol in the center stops, but since the left and right back dancers continue to dance, the symbols on the left and right continue to scroll (Fig. 9 (b)). When the left and right back dancers finish dancing, the left and right symbols also stop displaying. After that, the main dancer starts to dance again, and the center symbol also resumes scrolling (FIG. 9 (c)). Further, the left and right back dancers start dancing, and the left and right symbols scroll again in accordance with this, and when the back dancer finishes dancing, the symbols also stop scrolling. This is repeated several times, and all the symbols are stopped to be fixed in a predetermined combination. Since each symbol is linked to the movement of the dancer, as shown in FIG. 9 (a), the movements of the dancer may be performed at the same time. In that case, all the symbols are scrolled at the same time. Sometimes. In the probability variation state, dancers may appear from the left and right, and when the left and right dancers rotate in the depth direction, the left and right symbols corresponding to each may also rotate in the depth direction (FIG. 10). The variable display of the identification information images linked with the motions of the dancer as the character image can be performed when the numbers as the left and right identification information images are in a reach combination. Further, among the movements of the dancer, rather than scrolling the pattern of the identification information image in conjunction with the movement of the whole body, a part of the body is used as a moving body part, for example, only the movement of the lower limbs, the upper limbs, It is also possible to adopt a configuration that is not linked to the movement of the upper body. FIG. 11 shows another example (third variable display example) of the variable display of the identification information image. That is,
In the first variable display embodiment described above, an image sequence formed by a plurality of identification information images is displayed at the bottom of a display device as a display unit, and the background of the image sequence is a dancer as a character individually corresponding to each background. Display the image,
The identification information images of the respective identification image information groups corresponding to the motions of the dancer images are provided so as to be variably displayed. However, in the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. A dancer, which is a single character image having three moving body parts (here, left and right hands and left and right legs) individually corresponding to each of the three identification information image groups, is arranged, and is linked to the movement of each moving body part. Are configured to correspond. That is, the dancer scrolls as if the numbers, which are the identification information images, rotate in response to the movement of the limbs. That is, when entering the dance screen, the dancer dances in the center of the screen, and the design of the identification information image also moves according to the motion of the moving body part. For example, as shown in FIG. 11 (b), when the dancer raises his right hand (the left hand from the player) upwards, the pattern of the left identification information image is also scrolled so as to rotate to the right. Similarly, the pattern of the right identification information image is also scrolled so as to rotate to the right in conjunction with the movement of the dancer's left hand (the player's right hand). Further, as shown in FIG. 11C, the pattern of the central identification information image is also scrolled so as to rotate to the right in response to the kicking motion of the left and right feet. The three numbers displayed on the display device 32 when the scroll is stopped are adopted as the combination result of the variable display game. As described above, the variable display of the identification information image is configured not only to correspond to a plurality of dancer images but also to correspond to the movements of a plurality of moving body parts provided in a single dancer. In addition to the upper and lower limbs described above, the moving body may be an accessory held on the neck or the hand, or may be a combination of the rotational movement of the whole body and each part of the body.

Next, in step S27, when all the symbols are stopped by the combination of doublet, the jackpot processing routine shown in FIG. 12 is executed. That is, FIG. 12 relates to a routine after the symbol is stopped in step S27 in FIG. 6 and becomes a big hit and is a jackpot gaming state, and is processed in the following order. still,
Since there is almost no difference between the “normal jackpot gaming state jackpot” and the “jackpot gaming state jackpot in the probability varying state”, description will be made without distinction.

First, when the jackpot jackpot game state is reached, it is determined whether or not a predetermined time has passed since the display of the display device 32 was stopped (step S28-1). The winning number (m), which indicates the total number of game balls that have entered the special winning opening 38 when the shutter 40 is opened once, is set to an initial value "0".

Next, the maximum opening number of the special winning opening 38 is set to n times (for example, 16 times) (step S28-).
2).

Next, the shutter 40 of the jackpot winning device M
Falls to the front side and opens the special winning opening 38 to enable the winning of the game ball (step S28-3). Since the shutter 40 of the jackpot winning device M normally maintains the upright state (the state shown in the central portion in FIG. 3), the game ball does not enter the jackpot 38. However, the state in which the shutter 40 has fallen to the front side (see FIG.
By opening the special winning opening 38, the game ball can be entered into the special winning opening 38, which has been impossible until then, for the first time. In this way, by the shutter 40 falling toward the front side, the back surface of the shutter 40 guides the game ball, and the game ball receives the big winning opening 38.
Although it is easier to enter the ball, since the game balls flowing down the game board 14 are given various changes in the direction of flow by the nails, all of the game balls shot toward the top of the game board 14 are a big prize. It does not always enter the mouth 38. This point is the same as other winning holes.

Next, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered (winning) the big winning opening 38 (step S28-4).

Then, in step S28-4, the special winning opening 3
When it is determined that the game ball has entered the 8th, "1" is added to the winning number (m) indicating the total number of the game balls entered into the special winning opening 38 when the shutter 40 is opened once. (Step S28-5), and thereafter, an image corresponding to the winning number (m) is displayed on the display device 32 (step S28-).
6). When a game ball is won in the special winning opening 38, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the upper plate. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S28-4 that the game ball has not entered the special winning opening 38, the process proceeds to the next step S28-7.

Next, it is determined whether or not a predetermined number (m) (for example, 10) of game balls have been won in the special winning opening 38 (step S28-7). When a predetermined number (m) or more are won in the special winning opening 38, the process proceeds to step S28-9, which is a step of closing the special winning opening 38. On the other hand, when the number of winnings in the special winning opening 38 is equal to or smaller than the predetermined number (m), the process proceeds to the next step S28-8.

Next, it is determined whether or not the opening time of the special winning opening 38 has reached a predetermined time (step S28-8). If you determine that the opening time has not reached the specified time,
The procedure returns to step S28-4. On the other hand, when it is determined that the opening time has reached the predetermined time, the next step S2
Proceed to 8-9.

Then, the previous step (step S28-
When it is determined that the number of game balls won in 7) has reached the predetermined maximum number, and when it is determined in the previous step (step S28-8) that the opening time has reached the predetermined time. Returns the shutter 40, which has fallen to the front side, to the original state to close the special winning opening 38, making it impossible to win a game ball into the special winning opening 38 (step S28-9).

The above-described routine describes the flow of one opening of the shutter 40. Explaining this flow comprehensively, the opened shutter 40 reaches a predetermined opening time, or Of the conditions that the number of winning balls has reached a predetermined number, the condition is achieved according to the condition that is achieved earlier. Therefore, even if the predetermined time has not elapsed since the shutter 40 was opened, if the predetermined number of game balls enter the special winning opening 38, the shutter 40 is closed, and the special winning opening 3
Even if the number of game balls that have won in 8 has not reached the predetermined number, the shutter 40 is controlled to be closed after a predetermined time has elapsed from the opening of the shutter 40.

Then, the previous step (step S28-
"1 time" is subtracted from the maximum opening number (n times) of the special winning opening 38 set in 2) (step S28-10). That is, this process counts as one opening of the special winning opening 38 by the operation from "opening the winning opening to closing of the winning opening" described above, and actually starts from the preset maximum number of times of opening. It means that the number of times of release to (1) is subtracted (n = (n-1)).

Next, during the operation of "opening the winning opening to closing the winning opening" described above, is there any gaming ball which has passed through the specific area 203 among the gaming balls winning in the special winning opening 38? It is determined whether or not (step S28-11).

When there is a game ball that has passed through the specific area 203, the next step (step S28-1)
Proceed to 2). On the other hand, when it is determined that there is no game ball that has passed the specific area 203 (when it is determined that the game ball has passed only the normal area), the jackpot jackpot gaming state is ended, and the game returns to the normal game.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S28-12 that there is a game ball that has passed through the specific area 203,
It is determined whether or not the result (n) of subtracting the actual number of times of opening from the maximum number of times of opening performed in the previous step (step S28-10) is "0" (step S28).
28-12).

If it is determined in step S28-12 that the result of the subtraction is not "0", the process returns to the previously described step (step S28-3). On the other hand, when it is determined that the subtraction result is “0”, that is, when the number of times the shutter 40 is opened reaches the maximum possible number of times of opening,
The jackpot game state of the jackpot is ended, and the normal game is returned to.

The above description is about how many times the shutter 40 is opened at maximum in one jackpot. Explaining this flow exhaustively, one hit is made and a maximum of n times. It is possible to open the shutter 40 of
In order for the shutter 40 to be opened again after one opening is completed, one of the game balls entered into the special winning opening 38 before the shutter 40 is closed is the special winning opening 3
8 specific areas 203 need to be passed.

Therefore, the shutter 40 can be opened up to n times in a single jackpot, but the game ball does not pass through the specific area 203 in the special winning opening 38 while the shutter 40 is open. As long as the shutter 40 is not opened next time. That is, whether or not the shutter 40 is opened the maximum number of times depends on whether or not the game ball enters the specific area 203 of the special winning opening 38.

As described above, the pachinko game machine 10 according to this embodiment has the starting opening 4 provided on the game board 14.
When entering 4, the plurality of identification information images are variably displayed on the display device 32 as the display unit, and when the plurality of identification information images are stopped in a predetermined combination, it is advantageous for the player who opens and closes the special winning opening 38. It is configured to shift to a big jackpot gaming state, and moreover, a dancer as a plurality of character images corresponding to each of the identification information image groups is arranged, and the corresponding identification image information is linked to the motion of each character image. The identification information image of the group is scrolled for variable display.

In this way, a plurality of character images individually corresponding to the plurality of identification information image groups are arranged, and the identification information images of the corresponding identification image information groups are variably displayed in association with the motion of each character image. Since the identification information image group is monotonically scrolled as in the conventional art, the character image is also variably displayed, which is different from the conventional variable display game for the player. Impress different novelty, intriguing the player's interest, and attracting the player's line of sight to the variable display game, while each character image does not change independently of the identification information image but the identification information Since it moves in conjunction with the variable display of the image, it is somewhat predictable what kind of identification information image will be displayed by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Can, this can also attract the gaze of the player on the variable display game by, and therefore, it is possible to enjoy the game without being tired the player.

In particular, since the scrolling variable display of the identification information image moves in synchronization with the operation timing of the character image and moves in accordance with the operation content of the character image, the player does not pay attention to only the variable display of the identification information image. By observing the variable display of the character image corresponding to each, the movement of the identification information image can be read, and this can also attract the player's line of sight to the variable display game, thus making the player bored. You can entertain the game without playing. If the player concentrates on the skill and pays attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image,
The player's curiosity can be raised and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game.

Furthermore, when each character image performs a dance including a rotation motion, and the identification information image fluctuates in the same direction at the same timing as the rotation motion of the character image, it is slightly different from the conventional one. Although it is a variable display of the novel identification information image, since the motion of the identification information image and the motion of the character image include the rotation fluctuation in the same direction at the same timing, the player only displays the variable display of the identification information image. By observing the variable display of the corresponding character image instead of gazing, the movement of the identification information image can be read and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game, thus making the player tired. You can entertain the game without playing. If the player concentrates on the skill and pays close attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image, which excites the player's curiosity.
The player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. When the variable display of the identification information image linked to the character image is performed in the case where the plurality of identification information image groups are in a reach combination, the variable display game is in the reach state for the player. Can be recognized, and the player's interest can be further attracted to the variable display game, whereby the player can enjoy the game without getting tired. Further, a single character image having a plurality of moving body parts individually corresponding to the respective identification information image groups is arranged, and the identification information images of the respective identification information image groups corresponding to the movements of the respective moving body parts are displayed. In the case of providing variable display, the identification information image group scrolls monotonously as in the past, and gives the player an impression of novelty different from the conventional variable display game. , The player's interest can be attracted and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. On the other hand, the moving body part of each character image does not change independently of the identification information image, but the identification information image Since it moves in association with the variable display, the association between the movement of the moving body part of the character image and the movement of the identification information image becomes clear, and any identification information can be obtained by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Causes of the image is displayed can be expected to some extent,
This also allows the player's line of sight to be attracted to the variable display game, so that the player can enjoy the game without getting tired.

[Second Embodiment] In the above-mentioned embodiment, a program for controlling a pachinko game, a program for detecting a game ball shown in FIG. 5, and a variable display game shown in FIG. 6 are executed. Although the program and the program for executing the processing in the jackpot state shown in FIG. 12 are stored in the ROM 68 or the RAM 70 of the pachinko gaming apparatus 10, as shown in FIG. 13, the Internet or the local area network ( It is also possible to configure so that the operator can play a pachinko game by operating the terminal device C communicatively connected to the server S via a telecommunication network C such as a LAN). The server S or the terminal C may have the above-mentioned programs and data used by these programs.

When the server S and the terminal C are thus configured, the server S has a program for controlling a pachinko game, a program for detecting a game ball shown in FIG. The program for executing the variable display game shown in FIG. 6 and the program for executing the processing in the jackpot state shown in FIG. 12 are stored in advance, and these programs are transmitted to the terminal at a predetermined timing. On the other hand, the terminal device C temporarily stores these transmitted programs, and reads out and executes the stored programs as appropriate to advance the pachinko game.
Further, a program for controlling a pachinko game, a program for detecting a game ball shown in FIG. 5, a program for executing a variable display game shown in FIG. 6, and a process in the jackpot state shown in FIG. The program to be executed may be executed on the server S side, and the command generated according to the execution result may be transmitted to the terminal device C as a control signal or control information. In this case, the terminal device C selects or generates an image for playing a pachinko game according to the transmitted control signal or control information, and displays the image on the display unit.

14 and 15 show an example of the terminal C having the above-mentioned configuration (see FIG. 13).

In the example shown in FIG. 14, the terminal 10
Reference numeral 0 is a general-purpose personal computer,
A player's input operation is input from the input device 102 connected to 0, for example, a keyboard. In addition, the terminal 10
The control unit 130 of 0, CPU 108, RO as described later.
The control unit 130 includes an M110, a RAM 112, etc.
In, a program that controls a pachinko game, a program that controls a variable display game, and a program that executes processing in the jackpot state are executed. Also,
The control unit 130 includes a communication interface circuit 120.
(See FIG. 16), and the control unit 130 communicates with a server described later via the communication interface circuit 120 to generate control signals or control information, programs, or data transmitted from the server. Based on this, the pachinko game is controlled and the variable display game is controlled. Furthermore, the display device 1 connected to the terminal 100
A game machine image imitating a pachinko game machine is displayed at 16, and a pachinko game is played on this game machine image. On this gaming machine image, the display unit 13 in which the above-described variable display game is executed
2 is displayed as an image. On the display unit 132, the image of the design which is the identification information as described above is displayed.

FIG. 15 shows another example of the terminal.
The constituent elements corresponding to those shown in FIG. 14 are designated by the same reference numerals.

The example of FIG. 15 shows a portable terminal 140, and the input device 10 provided in the terminal 140.
2. A player's input operation is input from a switch, for example. In addition, the control unit 13 provided inside the terminal 140.
0 is the CPU 108, the ROM 110, the RA as will be described later.
The control unit 130 executes a program for controlling a pachinko game or a variable display game. The control unit 130 also has a communication interface circuit 120, and the control unit 130 communicates with a server, which will be described later, via the communication interface circuit 120, and transmits control signals or control information or programs transmitted from the server. Alternatively, the pachinko game and the variable display game are controlled based on the data. Further, the display device 116 provided on the upper surface of the terminal 140 is composed of a liquid crystal display panel, and a game machine image imitating a pachinko game machine is displayed as shown in FIG. 15, and the pachinko game is displayed on the game machine image. It is done. On the gaming machine image, the display unit 132 in which the variable display game described above is executed is displayed as an image. This display unit 132
In, the image of the design which is the identification information as described above is displayed.

As described above, the terminal 10 shown in FIG.
0, the display device 116 is configured separately from the control unit 130, and various control signals or control information such as a display control signal transmitted from the server is transmitted to the terminal device 100.
The control unit 130 generates a display signal based on the supplied control signal or control information, and supplies the generated display signal to the display device 116.

On the other hand, the terminal 140 as shown in FIG.
Is configured integrally with the display device 116, and the control signal such as the display control signal or the control information transmitted from the server is supplied to the control unit 130 of the terminal device 140, and the control unit 130 receives the supplied control. A display signal is generated based on the signal or control information, and the generated display signal is supplied to the display device 116.

The embodiment described below can be applied whether the control unit of the terminal unit and the display device are separate or integrated.

FIG. 16 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the above-mentioned terminals 100 and 140 (hereinafter referred to as a pachinko gaming terminal device). 17 is a block diagram showing the configuration of a server 80 which is connected to the pachinko gaming terminal device via a communication line and supplies various control signals or control information and data to the pachinko gaming terminal device. In addition, in the pachinko gaming terminal device shown in FIG.
The same reference numerals are attached to the components corresponding to those shown in FIG.

Input device 1 for inputting a player's operation
02, for example, a keyboard and a switch are connected to the interface circuit 104 of the pachinko gaming terminal device 100, and the interface circuit 104 is the input / output bus 106.
It is connected to the.

The input / output bus 106 is adapted to input / output data signals or address signals to / from a central processing circuit (hereinafter referred to as CPU) 108. I / O bus 1
06 is a ROM (Read Only Memory) 110
And a RAM (Random Access Memory) 112 is also connected. The ROM 110 and the RAM 112 store a program, which will be described later, and image data to be displayed on the display device 116.

An interface circuit group 114 is also connected to the input / output bus 106. The interface circuit group 114 includes a display device 116 and a speaker 11.
8 is connected to the interface circuit group 114.
Supplies a display signal and an audio signal to each of the display device 116 and the speaker 118 according to the result of the arithmetic processing in the CPU 108.

Further, a communication interface circuit 120 is also connected to the input / output bus 106, and the communication interface circuit 120 is for communicating with a server 80 described later via a telecommunication network. is there.

On the other hand, the server 80, as shown in FIG.
Hard disk drive 88, CPU 82, ROM
84, RAM 86, communication interface circuit 9
It is composed of 0 and 0.

The hard disk drive 88 is a program for communicating with the pachinko gaming terminal device, a program for receiving information issued from the pachinko gaming terminal device, a program for controlling the pachinko gaming device, and a variable. A program for controlling the display game is stored.
The communication interface circuit 90 is for communicating with the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140 described above via a telecommunication network.

In the case of the above configuration,
A game machine image imitating a pachinko game machine as shown in FIGS. 14 and 15 is displayed on the display device 116 of the pachinko game terminal device 100, and a game board surface, a holding lamp, a decoration lamp,
An image showing a device such as the display unit 132 for playing the variable display game and the display unit 152 for displaying a normal symbol, and an image showing a game ball are displayed on the display unit 116. In the display unit 132 for executing the variable display game, an image of a symbol which is identification information is displayed when the variable display game is executed.

The subroutines executed by the pachinko gaming terminal device and the server will be described below with reference to FIGS.
As shown in FIG. In the following description, it is assumed that the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140 and the server 80 have been activated in advance and are operating steadily. Also, the above-mentioned C
The variables used in the PU 108 and the CPU 82 are assumed to be initialized to predetermined values. Further, each of the devices such as the winning opening, the starting opening, the ball passage detector and the like and the game balls are displayed as images on the display device 116.

18 and 19 show various programs stored in a storage medium such as the hard disk drive 88 of the server 80 at a predetermined timing when the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 are activated. 8
0 supplies the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140,
It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine performed by each of the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140, and the server 80, when it decides to run the program supplied in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140.

FIG. 18 shows a pachinko game terminal device 10.
This subroutine is executed at 0, 140, and is called and executed from the main routine at a predetermined timing. Note that this main routine is assumed to include in advance a program necessary for communicating with the server 80, such as a program for determining whether communication with the server 80 is possible.

First, a program for executing a pachinko game and image data necessary for proceeding a pachinko game in the pachinko game terminal device are downloaded from the server 80 (step S31).

Next, the pachinko game is started by the player operating the input device 102, and the game program is executed (step S32). This game program is a game program that controls pachinko games,
The program for executing the variable display game shown in FIG. 6 described above is included, and necessary image data is
It is for displaying on the display device 116 an image of a gaming machine imitating a pachinko gaming device, an image such as a background image, an image of a pattern, or a character image. Further, when the game program is executed in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140, it is detected that the player has operated the input device 102. When it is detected that the player has operated the input device 102, as described above, the pachinko gaming terminal device 10 is used.
The display device 116 of 0,140 displays a game machine image imitating a pachinko game machine, and the display unit 132 for displaying a variable display game is also displayed on the game machine image. Furthermore, the input device 10 is used by the player to shoot a game ball.
When 2 is operated, an image of the game ball which can be visually recognized as the game ball moves on the game board surface is displayed on the game machine image.

Next, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the winning opening (step S33). This winning opening is an image portion corresponding to the above-described general winning openings 50 and 54a to 54d and special winning openings 56a to 56d shown in FIG. When it is determined that a game ball has entered the winning opening, a process of paying out a number of gaming balls according to the type of the winning opening is executed (step S34). In the process of step S34, in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140, even if the number of game balls is displayed at some position of the display device 116, the number of game balls is stored in the RAM 112. May be

Next, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the starting opening (step S35). This start is, for example, the image portion corresponding to the start opening 44 shown in FIG. 2 described above.

When it is determined in step S35 that the game ball has entered the starting opening, the variable display game processing routine similar to the subroutine shown in FIG. 6 is called and executed (step S36). When the variable display game processing routine is executed, the background image, the image of the design, and the character image are displayed on the display unit 132 shown in FIGS. 14 and 15. For example, in FIG.
When it is determined that it is the time to stop and display one symbol when processing step S25 of step S25, the symbol is stopped and displayed on the display unit 132 by processing step S26 of FIG.

Further, when all the symbols stop due to the combination of doublet in step S27 of the above-mentioned subroutine shown in FIG. 6, the jackpot processing routine shown in FIG. 12 is executed.

Further, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed the ball passage detector (step S37). This sphere passage detector is, for example, the sphere passage detector 55 shown in FIG. 2 described above.
It is an image portion corresponding to a and 55b. This step S
In 37, when it is determined that the game ball has passed the ball passage detector, a process of displaying the normal symbol in a variable manner on the display device 52 is executed (step S38). In addition, as described above, when the variable display of the normal symbol becomes a predetermined symbol when stopped, the movable pieces 58a and 58b are driven to display a visually recognizable image so that the starting opening 44 is opened. Then, processing is performed so that the game ball easily enters the starting opening 44.

Next, it is determined whether or not the game is over (step S39). Judgment whether the game is over,
When it is detected that the player has operated the input device 102 to end the game, or when it is determined that a predetermined number of game balls have been shot on the game board surface, it is determined that the game has ended. Of. When it is determined that the game has not ended, the processing is returned to step S32 described above.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the game has ended, a game result indicating the number of game balls shot, the number of game balls refunded, and the like,
The game end information indicating that the game is ended is transmitted to the server 80 (step S40), and this subroutine is ended.

FIG. 19 is a subroutine executed by the server 80 corresponding to the terminal side processing routine executed by the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 shown in FIG.

First, the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
It is determined whether 140 is activated and is in a communicable state (step S51).

Then, the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
If it is determined that 140 is not activated, the process returns to step S51.

On the other hand, pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 1
When it is determined that 40 is activated, various programs and various image data are sent to the pachinko gaming terminal device 1
00, 140 (step S52). The process of step S52 is the same as step S31 of FIG.
It corresponds to the processing of.

As described above, the programs transmitted to the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 in step S52 are the game program for controlling the pachinko game and the program for executing the variable display game shown in FIG. 6 described above. , A program for executing the processing in the jackpot state shown in FIG. 12, various image data, a game machine image imitating a pachinko gaming device,
Display device 1 for background image, pattern image, character image, etc.
It is for displaying on 16.

Next, the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 1
It is determined whether or not information indicating that the game result or the game has ended is transmitted from 40 (step S53). This step S53 corresponds to step S40 of FIG. 18 described above.

Then, in step S53, the game result and the game end information are the pachinko game terminal devices 100, 1
If it is determined that the data has not been transmitted from 40, the process returns to step S53. In addition, pachinko game terminal device 1
00, 140, step S32 shown in FIG.
While the process of to S39 is being executed, the process of step S53 described above is repeatedly executed in the server 80.

On the other hand, in step S53, the game result and the game end information are the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 14
When it is determined that the data is transmitted from 0, the game result and the game end information are received (step S54), and this subroutine is ended.

In the case of the above-described structure, the program for executing the pachinko game and various image data are always transmitted from the server 80 before the game is started in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140. Therefore, when the program and the image data are updated in the server 80, the player can always enjoy the latest game.

Also in the above-mentioned embodiment, similarly to the above-mentioned embodiment, for the variable display of a plurality of identification information images performed on the display unit 132, a plurality of dancers are arranged as character images individually corresponding to each identification information image group. In association with the movement of each character image, the identification information images of the corresponding identification image information group are scrolled so as to be variably displayed.

In this way, a plurality of character images corresponding to each of the plurality of identification information image groups are arranged, and the identification information images of the corresponding identification image information groups are variably displayed in association with the motion of each character image. Since the identification information image group is monotonically scrolled as in the conventional art, the character image is also variably displayed, which is different from the conventional variable display game for the player. Impress different novelty, intriguing the player's interest, and attracting the player's line of sight to the variable display game, while each character image does not change independently of the identification information image but the identification information Since it moves in conjunction with the variable display of the image, it is somewhat predictable what kind of identification information image will be displayed by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Can, this can also attract the gaze of the player on the variable display game by, and therefore, it is possible to enjoy the game without being tired the player.

In particular, since the scrolling variable display of the identification information image is synchronized with the operation timing of the character image and moves in accordance with the operation content of the character image, the player should pay attention to only the variable display of the identification information image. By observing the variable display of the character image corresponding to each, the movement of the identification information image can be read, and this can also attract the player's line of sight to the variable display game, thus making the player bored. You can entertain the game without playing. If the player concentrates on the skill and pays attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image,
The player's curiosity can be raised and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game.

Furthermore, when each character image performs a dance including a rotation motion, and the identification information image fluctuates in the same direction at the same timing as the rotation motion of the character image, it is slightly different from the conventional one. Although it is a variable display of the novel identification information image, since the motion of the identification information image and the motion of the character image include the rotation fluctuation in the same direction at the same timing, the player only displays the variable display of the identification information image. By observing the variable display of the corresponding character image instead of gazing, the movement of the identification information image can be read, and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game, thus making the player bored. You can entertain the game without playing. If the player concentrates on the skill and pays close attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image, which excites the player's curiosity.
The player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. When the variable display of the identification information image linked to the character image is performed in the case where the plurality of identification information image groups are in a reach combination, the variable display game is in the reach state for the player. Can be recognized, and the player's interest can be further attracted to the variable display game, whereby the player can enjoy the game without getting tired. Further, a single character image having a plurality of moving body parts individually corresponding to the respective identification information image groups is arranged, and the identification information images of the respective identification information image groups corresponding to the movements of the respective moving body parts are displayed. In the case of providing variable display, the identification information image group scrolls monotonously as in the past, and gives the player an impression of novelty different from the conventional variable display game. , The player's interest can be attracted and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. On the other hand, the moving body part of each character image does not change independently of the identification information image, but the identification information image Since it moves in association with the variable display, the association between the movement of the moving body part of the character image and the movement of the identification information image becomes clear, and any identification information can be obtained by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Causes of the image is displayed can be expected to some extent,
This also allows the player's line of sight to be attracted to the variable display game, so that the player can enjoy the game without getting tired.

[Third Embodiment] Next, a program for controlling a pachinko game and a program for executing a variable display game are loaded with the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 14.
In a case where it is stored in advance in the ROM 110 of 0 and only various image data required as the pachinko game progresses is appropriately transmitted from the server 80,
Pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 and server 8
The subroutine executed at 0 is shown in FIGS. 20, 21 and 22.

FIG. 20 shows a pachinko gaming terminal device 10.
This subroutine is executed at 0 and 140, and in the following description, it is assumed that the main routine is read from the ROM 110 at a predetermined timing and executed. Note that this main routine is assumed to include in advance a program necessary for communicating with the server 80, such as a program for determining whether communication with the server 80 is possible. Further, the flowchart shown in FIG. 20 is the same as the flowchart shown in FIG. 18 except for step S31, and the steps performing the same processing are designated by the same reference numerals.

First, the pachinko game is started by the operation of the player, and the game program is executed (step S32). This game program includes a game program for controlling a pachinko game and a program for executing a variable display game described later, and necessary image data is a game machine image simulating a pachinko game device. Alternatively, it is for displaying a background image, a pattern image, a character image, etc. on the display device 116. Also,
When a game program is executed in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140, the player inputs the input device 102.
It detects that you have operated. When it is detected that the player has operated the input device 102, as described above, the display device 116 of the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 displays a gaming machine image imitating a pachinko gaming device, and on this gaming machine image. The display unit 132 that displays the variable display game is also displayed. Further, when the player operates the input device 102 to shoot a game ball, an image of the game ball that can be visually recognized as if the game ball moves on the game board surface is displayed on the game machine image.

Next, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the winning opening (step S33). This winning opening is an image portion corresponding to the above-described general winning openings 50 and 54a to 54d and special winning openings 56a to 56d shown in FIG. When it is determined that a game ball has entered the winning opening, a process of paying out a number of gaming balls according to the type of the winning opening is executed (step S34). In the process of step S34, in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140, even if the number of game balls is displayed at some position of the display device 116, the number of game balls is stored in the RAM 112. May be

Next, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the starting opening (step S35). The starting opening is, for example, an image portion corresponding to the starting opening 44 shown in FIG. 2 described above. When it is determined in this step S35 that the game ball has entered the starting opening, a variable display game processing routine described later is called and executed (step S36). still,
In this case, when the variable display game processing routine is executed, the display unit 132 shown in FIG. 14 and FIG.
In the case where the background image, the image of the design, or the character image is displayed, and when it is determined that it is time to stop displaying one design, the design is stopped and displayed on the display unit 132.

Further, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed the ball passage detector (step S37). This sphere passage detector is, for example, the sphere passage detector 55a shown in FIG. 2 described above.
And 55b are image portions. This step S
In 37, when it is determined that the game ball has passed the ball passage detector, a process of displaying the normal symbol in a variable manner on the display device 52 is executed (step S38). In addition, as described above, when the variable display of the normal symbol becomes a predetermined symbol when stopped, a movable image is displayed by driving the movable pieces 58a and 58b so that the starting opening 44 is opened. Thus, the game ball can be easily inserted into the starting opening 44.

Next, it is determined whether or not the game is over (step S39). Judgment whether the game is over,
When it is detected that the player has operated the input device 102 to end the game, or when it is determined that a predetermined number of game balls have been shot on the game board surface, it is determined that the game has ended. Of. When it is determined that the game has not ended, the processing is returned to step S32 described above.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the game has ended, a game result indicating the number of game balls shot, the number of game balls refunded, and the like,
The game end information indicating that the game is ended is transmitted to the server 80 (step S40), and this subroutine is ended.

FIG. 21 shows a subroutine for processing the variable display game called and executed in step S36 described above. Note that in the flowchart shown in FIG. 21, steps that perform the same processing as the steps in the flowchart shown in FIG.

First, the information indicating that the variable display game is started by calling this subroutine is provided to the server 8.
0 (step S61).

Next, the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 1
The internal lottery process is executed by the calculation process of the CPU 108 of 40 (step S21). This internal lottery process is a process of presetting a symbol combination when all symbols belonging to a plurality of variably displayed groups are stopped and displayed and the symbol is confirmed, and the CPU 108 determines the internal lottery process as described later. The variable display and the stop display of the symbols are performed so that the symbols are stopped and displayed on the display unit 132 by the combination of the symbols thus obtained.

Next, the data of the design image which is the identification information image required in the variable display game, the background image, and the character image are received from the server 80 (step S62). Then, the background image is displayed on the display unit 132 displayed on the display device 116 (step S22), the design as the identification information is variably displayed (step S23), and the character image is displayed (step S24). By executing steps S22 to S24 described above, the image as shown in FIG. 3 described above is displayed on the display unit 132 displayed on the display device 116. By executing step S23, the symbols belonging to each of a plurality of, for example, three groups are displayed on the display unit 132, as described with reference to FIG.

Next, it is judged whether or not it is time to stop and display symbols belonging to a plurality of groups, for example, one group out of three groups (step S25). When it is determined that it is time to stop and display the symbol, the symbol is stopped and displayed (step S26).

In step S25 described above, when it is determined that it is not time to stop and display the symbol, or when the process of step S26 is executed, information indicating the progress status of the variable display game is transmitted to the server 80 (step S63). .

Next, it is determined whether or not all the symbols belonging to the plurality of sets have been stopped and displayed (step S27).

When it is determined that all the symbols belonging to the plurality of sets are not stopped and displayed, the process is returned to step S62. On the other hand, when it is determined that all the symbols belonging to the plurality of groups have been stopped and displayed, the information indicating that the variable display game has ended and the variable display game result information are transmitted to the server 80 (step S64), and this subroutine To finish.

Here, when the symbols belonging to a plurality of sets are stopped by the combination of doublet, the jackpot processing routine shown in FIG. 12 is executed.

FIG. 22 is a subroutine executed by the server 80 corresponding to the terminal side processing routine executed by the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 as shown in FIG. It is assumed that the server 80 has been started in advance, and the subroutine shown in FIG. 22 is called and executed from a main routine that has been executed in advance.

First, the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
In 140, it is determined whether or not the information indicating that the variable display game is started is received (step S71). When it is determined that the information indicating that the variable display game has started is not received, this subroutine is immediately ended. On the other hand, when it is determined that the information indicating that the variable display game is started is received, the image of the pattern which is the identification information image required in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140, the background image, and the character image are displayed. The data is transmitted to the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 (step S72). This step S72 corresponds to the above-mentioned FIG.
This corresponds to the process of step S62 shown in FIG.

Next, the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 1
It is determined whether or not the information indicating the progress status of the variable display game is received from 40 (step S73). The process of step S73 is a process corresponding to step S63 of FIG. 21 described above. When it is determined that the information indicating the progress status of the variable display game is not received, the process returns to step S73. On the other hand, when it is determined that the information indicating the progress status of the variable display game is received, it is determined whether or not a new image needs to be transmitted from the received progress status of the variable display game (step S74). If it is determined that a new image needs to be transmitted, the process returns to step S72 described above. On the other hand, when it is determined that it is not necessary to transmit a new image, it is determined whether or not the information indicating that the variable display game is finished is received (step S75). The process of step S75 is a process corresponding to the process of step S64 of FIG. 21 described above. When it is determined in step S75 that the information indicating that the variable display game has ended is not received, the process returns to step S73. On the other hand, when it is determined that the information indicating that the variable display game is finished is received, this subroutine is finished.

Also in the above-mentioned embodiment, similarly to the above-mentioned embodiment, for the variable display of a plurality of identification information images performed on the display unit 132, a plurality of dancers as character images individually corresponding to the identification information image groups are arranged. In association with the movement of each character image, the identification information images of the corresponding identification image information group are scrolled so as to be variably displayed.

In this way, a plurality of character images corresponding to each of the plurality of identification information image groups are arranged, and the identification information images of the corresponding identification image information groups are variably displayed in association with the motion of each character image. Since the identification information image group is monotonically scrolled as in the conventional art, the character image is also variably displayed, which is different from the conventional variable display game for the player. Impress different novelty, intriguing the player's interest, and attracting the player's line of sight to the variable display game, while each character image does not change independently of the identification information image but the identification information Since it moves in conjunction with the variable display of the image, it is somewhat predictable what kind of identification information image will be displayed by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Can, this can also attract the gaze of the player on the variable display game by, and therefore, it is possible to enjoy the game without being tired the player.

In particular, since the scrolling variable display of the identification information image is synchronized with the operation timing of the character image and moves in accordance with the operation content of the character image, the player should pay attention only to the variable display of the identification information image. By observing the variable display of the character image corresponding to each, the movement of the identification information image can be read, and this can also attract the player's line of sight to the variable display game, thus making the player bored. You can entertain the game without playing. If the player concentrates on the skill and pays attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image,
The player's curiosity can be raised and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game.

Furthermore, when each character image performs a dance including a rotation motion, and the identification information image fluctuates in the same direction at the same timing as the rotation motion of the character image, it is slightly different from the conventional one. Although it is a variable display of the novel identification information image, since the motion of the identification information image and the motion of the character image include the rotation fluctuation in the same direction at the same timing, the player only displays the variable display of the identification information image. By observing the variable display of the corresponding character image instead of gazing, the movement of the identification information image can be read, and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game, thus making the player bored. You can entertain the game without playing. If the player concentrates on the skill and pays close attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image, which excites the player's curiosity.
The player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. When the variable display of the identification information image linked to the character image is performed in the case where the plurality of identification information image groups are in a reach combination, the variable display game is in the reach state for the player. Can be recognized, and the player's interest can be further attracted to the variable display game, whereby the player can enjoy the game without getting tired. Further, a single character image having a plurality of moving body parts individually corresponding to the respective identification information image groups is arranged, and the identification information images of the respective identification information image groups corresponding to the movements of the respective moving body parts are displayed. In the case of providing variable display, the identification information image group scrolls monotonously as in the past, and gives the player an impression of novelty different from the conventional variable display game. , The player's interest can be attracted and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. On the other hand, the moving body part of each character image does not change independently of the identification information image, but the identification information image Since it moves in association with the variable display, the association between the movement of the moving body part of the character image and the movement of the identification information image becomes clear, and any identification information can be obtained by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Causes of the image is displayed can be expected to some extent,
This also allows the player's line of sight to be attracted to the variable display game, so that the player can enjoy the game without getting tired.

[Fourth Embodiment] Next, only a game program for controlling a pachinko game and a program for executing a variable display game are transmitted from the server, and a symbol image,
The data of the background image and the character image are stored in advance in the ROM 110 of the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140, and when the necessary image data is appropriately read from the ROM 110, the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140. , And a subroutine executed in the server 80 are shown in FIGS.

FIG. 23 is a subroutine executed in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 in the case of the above-mentioned configuration. It should be noted that the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 have been started in advance, the above-described subroutine shown in FIG. 20 is read from the ROM 110 from the main routine at a predetermined timing and executed, and the subroutine shown in FIG. It is assumed that the program is read from the ROM 110 and executed in step S36 of FIG. Further, in the subroutine shown in FIG. 23, the same reference numerals are given to steps in which the same processing as the processing of the subroutine shown in FIG. 21 is performed.

First, the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
140 transmits information indicating that the variable display game has started to the server 80 (step S61). Next, a program such as a game program for controlling a pachinko game or a program for executing a variable display game is received from the server 80, and the received program is executed (step S81).

Next, the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
The internal lottery process is executed by the calculation process of the CPU 108 of 140 (step S21). This internal lottery process is a process of presetting a symbol combination when all symbols belonging to a plurality of variably displayed groups are stopped and displayed and the symbol is confirmed, and the CPU 108 determines the internal lottery process as described later. The variable display and the stop display of the symbols are performed so that the symbols are stopped and displayed on the display unit 132 by the combination of the symbols thus obtained.

Next, the display unit 1 displayed on the display device 116.
On 32, a background image is displayed (step S22), a symbol which is identification information is variably displayed (step S23), and a character image is displayed (step S24). By executing steps S22 to S24 described above, the display device 1
In the display unit 132 displayed in FIG.
The image as shown in is displayed. Step S2
In 3, the symbols belonging to each of a plurality of groups, for example, three groups, are displayed on the display unit 132 as described in FIG.

Next, it is judged whether or not it is time to stop and display symbols belonging to a plurality of groups, for example, one group out of three groups (step S25). When it is determined that it is time to stop and display the symbol, the symbol is stopped and displayed (step S26).

When it is determined in step S26 described above that it is not time to stop and display the symbol, or when the processing in step S26 is executed, information indicating the progress status of the variable display game is transmitted to the server 80 (step S63). .

Next, it is determined whether or not all the symbols belonging to the plurality of groups have been stopped and displayed (step S27). When it is determined that all the symbols belonging to the plurality of groups are not stopped and displayed, the process is returned to step S62. On the other hand, when it is determined that all the symbols belonging to the plurality of groups have been stopped and displayed, the information indicating that the variable display game has ended and the variable display game result information are transmitted to the server 80 (step S64), and this subroutine To finish.

FIG. 24 is a subroutine executed by the server 80 corresponding to the variable display game processing routine executed by the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 shown in FIG.

The server 80 has been started in advance and is shown in FIG.
It is assumed that the subroutine shown in FIG. 4 is called and executed from a main routine that has been executed in advance. Note that in the subroutine shown in FIG. 24, steps that perform the same processing as the processing of the subroutine shown in FIG.

First, the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
In 140, it is determined whether or not the information indicating that the variable display game is started is received (step S71). The process of step S71 is a process corresponding to step S61 shown in FIG. 23 described above. When it is determined that the information indicating that the variable display game has started is not received, this subroutine is immediately ended. On the other hand, when it is determined that the information indicating that the variable display game is started is received, a program such as a game program for controlling the pachinko game, a program for executing the variable display game, or the like is set for the pachinko gaming terminal device 100, It transmits to 140 (step S91). This step S91 corresponds to the process of step S81 shown in FIG. 23 described above.

Next, the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 1
It is determined whether or not the information indicating the progress status of the variable display game is received from 40 (step S73). The process of step S73 is a process corresponding to step S63 of FIG. 23 described above. When it is determined that the information indicating the progress status of the variable display game is not received, the process returns to step S73. On the other hand, when it is determined that the information indicating the progress status of the variable display game is received, it is determined whether or not the information indicating that the variable display game is finished is received (step S75). The process of step S75 is a process corresponding to the process of step S64 of FIG. 23 described above. When it is determined in step S75 that the information indicating that the variable display game has ended is not received, the process returns to step S73. On the other hand, when it is determined that the information indicating that the variable display game is finished is received, this subroutine is finished.

Also in this embodiment, when the symbols belonging to a plurality of groups in the variable display game are stopped due to the combination of doublet, the jackpot processing routine shown in FIG. 12 is executed.

Also in the above-mentioned embodiment, similarly to the above-mentioned embodiment, with respect to the variable display of a plurality of identification information images on the display unit 132, a plurality of dancers as character images individually corresponding to each identification information image group are arranged. In association with the movement of each character image, the identification information images of the corresponding identification image information group are scrolled so as to be variably displayed.

In this way, a plurality of character images corresponding to each of the plurality of identification information image groups are arranged, and the identification information images of the corresponding identification image information groups are variably displayed in association with the operation of each character image. Since the identification information image group is monotonically scrolled as in the conventional art, the character image is also variably displayed, which is different from the conventional variable display game for the player. Impress different novelty, intriguing the player's interest, and attracting the player's line of sight to the variable display game, while each character image does not change independently of the identification information image but the identification information Since it moves in conjunction with the variable display of the image, it is somewhat predictable what kind of identification information image will be displayed by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Can, this can also attract the gaze of the player on the variable display game by, and therefore, it is possible to enjoy the game without being tired the player.

Especially, the scrolling variable display of the identification information image is synchronized with the operation timing of the character image and moves in accordance with the operation content of the character image, so that the player does not pay attention to only the variable display of the identification information image. By observing the variable display of the character image corresponding to each, the movement of the identification information image can be read, and this can also attract the player's line of sight to the variable display game, thus making the player bored. You can entertain the game without playing. If the player concentrates on the skill and pays attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image,
The player's curiosity can be raised and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game.

Furthermore, when each character image performs a dance including a rotation motion, and the identification information image fluctuates in the same direction at the same timing as the rotation motion of the character image, it is slightly different from the conventional one. Although it is a variable display of the novel identification information image, since the motion of the identification information image and the motion of the character image include the rotation fluctuation in the same direction at the same timing, the player only displays the variable display of the identification information image. By observing the variable display of the corresponding character image instead of gazing, the movement of the identification information image can be read, and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game, thus making the player bored. You can entertain the game without playing. If the player concentrates on the skill and pays close attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image, which excites the player's curiosity.
The player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. When the variable display of the identification information image linked to the character image is performed in the case where the plurality of identification information image groups are in a reach combination, the variable display game is in the reach state for the player. Can be recognized, and the player's interest can be further attracted to the variable display game, whereby the player can enjoy the game without getting tired. Further, a single character image having a plurality of moving body parts individually corresponding to the respective identification information image groups is arranged, and the identification information images of the respective identification information image groups corresponding to the movements of the respective moving body parts are displayed. In the case of providing variable display, the identification information image group scrolls monotonously as in the past, and gives the player an impression of novelty different from the conventional variable display game. , The player's interest can be attracted and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. On the other hand, the moving body part of each character image does not change independently of the identification information image, but the identification information image Since it moves in association with the variable display, the association between the movement of the moving body part of the character image and the movement of the identification information image becomes clear, and any identification information can be obtained by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Causes of the image is displayed can be expected to some extent,
This also allows the player's line of sight to be attracted to the variable display game, so that the player can enjoy the game without getting tired.

[Fifth Embodiment] Next, the server stores a program for controlling a pachinko game, a program for executing a variable display game, a program for executing a jackpot state process, and the like. The case where the ROM 110 of the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140 stores image data required for a pachinko gaming or a variable display game is shown below. In the case of such a configuration, the server 80 performs the progress of the pachinko game, and the pachinko game terminal devices 100, 140 use the control signal or control information transmitted in accordance with the progress of the pachinko game performed in the server 80. The image is selected accordingly, and the selected image is displayed on the display device 116. In the case of such a configuration, the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140
2 and the subroutine executed in the server 80.
5, FIG. 26, FIG. 27 and FIG.

FIG. 25 shows a pachinko gaming terminal device 10.
0,140 is a subroutine executed, and in the following description, the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
When 140 is started, a main routine (not shown) is executed, and after confirming that communication with the server 80 is possible in this main routine, this subroutine is called and executed. To do.

First, the image data transmitted from the server 80 is received (step S101). It should be noted that the image data in this case is not limited to the variable display game described later, but also the image data relating to a pachinko game such as a game board or a game ball. Further, when the image data is stored in advance in the ROM 110 of the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140, the process of step S101 may be omitted.

Next, it is determined whether or not the player has operated the input device 102 (step S102). When it is determined that the player has operated the input device 102, operation information corresponding to the operation of the player is transmitted to the server 80 (step S103). After executing the process of step S103 or when it is determined that the player is not operating the input device 102, it is determined whether or not the command information is issued from the server 80 (step S104). When it is determined that the command information is issued from the server 80, the command information is received and it is determined whether the command information is the end command information (step S105). When it is determined that the command information is not the end command information, the image corresponding to the received command information is selected, and the selected image is displayed on the display device 116 (step S106). After this processing, the processing is returned to step S102 described above. Also, in step S104, when it is determined that the command information is not issued from the server 80, the process is returned to step S102 described above.

If it is determined in the above step S105 that the received command information is the end command information, this subroutine is ended.

The command information received in the above-mentioned step S104 is the information of steps S122 and S in FIG.
Various kinds of information generated in 128, S130, S132, and S134, the pachinko gaming terminal device 10
0 and 140 select and read desired image data from the ROM 110 according to the information, and display the read image data as an image on the display device 116.

FIG. 26 shows a subroutine executed by the server 80 corresponding to the above-mentioned subroutine of FIG. It is assumed that the server 80 has been started in advance, and the subroutine shown in FIG. 26 is called and executed from a main routine that has been executed in advance.

First, image data is transmitted to the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100 and 140, which are terminals (step S111). This step is step S101 described above.
As described above, this image data is image data including not only the variable display game but also the pachinko game such as the game board and the game ball.

Next, the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 1
The operation information issued from 40 is received (step S1
12). This step is a process corresponding to step S103 described above. Pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
When the operation information issued from 140 is received, it is determined whether the received operation information is game ball launching operation information (step S113). When it is determined that the operation information is the game ball launching operation information, a pachinko game process described later is executed (step S114). In step S112 described above, the pachinko gaming terminal device 10
When the operation information issued from 0,140 is not received, the process of step S114 is immediately executed.

On the other hand, when it is determined in step S113 that the operation information is not the game ball launching operation information, or when the processing of step S114 is executed, step S1
Command information generated by the pachinko game processing executed in 14 is used for the pachinko game terminal devices 100, 140.
(Step S115). This step S11
The process of 5 is a process corresponding to step S104 described above. Next, it is determined whether the transmitted command information is end command information (step S116). When it is determined that the transmitted command information is not the end command information, the process is returned to step S112 described above.

FIG. 27 shows a subroutine of the pachinko game process called in step S114 described above.

First, it is determined whether or not the image of the game ball is moved and displayed (step S121). When it is determined that the image of the game ball is moved and displayed, the position of the moving destination of the image of the game ball is calculated and the position is calculated so that the image of the game ball is displayed so that the game ball can be visually recognized as moving. It is generated as position information (step S122).

Next, it is determined whether or not the game ball has entered the winning opening, that is, whether or not the position of the image of the game ball calculated in step S121 is near the position of the image showing the winning opening ( Step S123). This winning opening is an image portion corresponding to the above-described general winning openings 50 and 54a to 54d and special winning openings 56a to 56d shown in FIG. When it is determined that the calculated position is near the position of the winning opening, the process of paying out the game ball is executed (step S124). In addition, in the process of paying out the game balls, the number of game balls determined in advance according to the type of the winning hole is determined by the RAM 86.
It is a process of generating the game ball number information indicating the number of game balls to be transmitted to the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140.

Then, whether or not a game ball has entered the starting opening,
That is, it is determined whether or not the position of the image of the game ball calculated in step S121 is near the position of the image showing the starting opening (step S125). This starting port is
For example, it is the image portion corresponding to the starting opening 44 shown in FIG. 2 described above. When it is determined that the calculated position is near the position of the starting opening, a process for starting a variable display game described later is executed (step S126). In the process of starting the variable display game, an internal lottery process for determining a combination of the identification information displayed on the display unit 132 when the symbol as the identification information is determined is executed, and will be described later with reference to FIG.
The variable display game process shown in is executed.

Next, it is determined whether the game ball has passed the ball passage detector, that is, whether the position of the image of the game ball calculated in step S121 is near the position of the image showing the ball passage detector. (Step S127). The sphere passage detector is, for example, an image portion corresponding to the sphere passage detectors 55a and 55b shown in FIG. 2 described above. In this step S127, when it is determined that the game ball has passed in the vicinity of the ball passage detector, an image of an ordinary symbol to be variably displayed on the display device 152 displayed on the pachinko gaming terminal device 100, 140 is selected and selected. The selected image information indicating the selected image is generated (step S128).

Then, the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
It is determined whether or not the normal symbol displayed on the display unit 152 displayed at 140 has stopped at a predetermined symbol (step S129). When it is determined that the normal symbol has stopped at a predetermined symbol, the image of the movable piece is selected so that the image in which the above-mentioned starting opening is opened is displayed, and selected image information indicating the selected image is generated. (Step S13
0). This selected image information is the pachinko game terminal device 10
When issued to 0,140, a visible image is displayed on the display device 116 of the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,140 as if the movable piece is in an open state. The movable piece is, for example, an image portion corresponding to the movable pieces 58a and 58b shown in FIG.

Next, it is determined whether the decoration lamp is displayed in the on state or the off state (step S131). When it is determined that the decorative lamp is to be displayed in the lit state or the unlit state, an image corresponding to each state is selected, and selected image information indicating the selected image is generated (step S
132). This decoration lamp is, for example, an image portion corresponding to the decoration lamps 36a and 36b shown in FIG. When the above-mentioned selected image information is issued to the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140, the display device 116
In the image portions of the decoration lamps 36a and 36b displayed in, an image that can be visually recognized as being lit or an image that can be visually recognized as being off is displayed.

Next, it is determined whether or not the game is over (step S133). When it is determined that the game has ended, game end information is generated (step S134), and this subroutine ends. Whether or not the game is over is determined when the player operating the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 performs an operation for ending the game, or when the number of game balls shot on the game board surface is a predetermined number or more. When it becomes, it is determined that the game is over.

FIG. 28 shows a subroutine for processing the variable display game called and executed in step S126 described above.

[0210] First, the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
A background image, a pattern image, and a character image to be displayed on the display unit 132 of the display device 116 of 140 are selected (steps S141, S142, and S143). Next, it is determined whether or not it is time to stop and display one design, which is one piece of identification information (step S144). When it is determined that it is the timing for the stop display, the position for the stop display is calculated, and the image for the stop display is selected (step S145).

Next, steps S141 and S14 described above.
2, selected image information indicating the image selected in S143 and S145 is generated (step S146), and position information indicating the position where the selected image should be displayed is generated (step S146).
147). The server 80 uses the selected image information and position information generated in steps S146 and S147 described above as command information in step S115 of FIG. 26 described above, as the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 14 that are terminals.
Send to 0. On the other hand, the pachinko gaming terminal device 100,
After receiving the command information transmitted from the server 80 in step S104 of FIG. 25 described above, the 140 reads the image data indicated by the received command information from the ROM 110 or the RAM 112 in step S106,
The read image is displayed on the display unit 132 of the display device 116. By doing so, when the server 80 determines that it is the time to stop and display the symbol which is the identification information, the symbol is displayed on the display unit 132 of the pachinko gaming terminal device 100 or 140 which is the terminal device. The control can be performed by the server 80.

Next, it is determined whether or not all the symbols have stopped (step S148). When it is determined that all the symbols have stopped, variable display game end information is generated (step S149), and this subroutine is ended.

The subroutine shown in FIG. 28 is
Not only is it called when the variable display game start process of step S126 of FIG. 27 is executed, but it is also called and executed at a predetermined timing during the time period from the start to the end of the variable display game.

Also in the above-mentioned embodiment, similarly to the above-mentioned embodiment, with respect to the variable display of a plurality of identification information images on the display unit 132, a plurality of dancers are arranged as character images individually corresponding to each identification information image group. In association with the movement of each character image, the identification information images of the corresponding identification image information group are scrolled so as to be variably displayed.

In this way, a plurality of character images corresponding to each of the plurality of identification information image groups are arranged, and the identification information images of the corresponding identification image information groups are variably displayed in association with the motion of each character image. Since the identification information image group is monotonically scrolled as in the conventional art, the character image is also variably displayed, which is different from the conventional variable display game for the player. Impress different novelty, intriguing the player's interest, and attracting the player's line of sight to the variable display game, while each character image does not change independently of the identification information image but the identification information Since it moves in conjunction with the variable display of the image, it is somewhat predictable what kind of identification information image will be displayed by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Can, this can also attract the gaze of the player on the variable display game by, and therefore, it is possible to enjoy the game without being tired the player.

In particular, the scrolling variable display of the identification information image is synchronized with the operation timing of the character image and moves in accordance with the operation content of the character image, so that the player does not pay attention to only the variable display of the identification information image. By observing the variable display of the character image corresponding to each, the movement of the identification information image can be read, and this can also attract the player's line of sight to the variable display game, thus making the player bored. You can entertain the game without playing. If the player concentrates on the skill and pays attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image,
The player's curiosity can be raised and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game.

Furthermore, when each character image performs a dance including a rotation motion, and the identification information image fluctuates in the same direction at the same timing as the rotation motion of the character image, it is slightly different from the conventional one. Although it is a variable display of the novel identification information image, since the motion of the identification information image and the motion of the character image include the rotation fluctuation in the same direction at the same timing, the player only displays the variable display of the identification information image. By observing the variable display of the corresponding character image instead of gazing, the movement of the identification information image can be read, and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game, thus making the player bored. You can entertain the game without playing. If the player concentrates on the skill and pays close attention to the variable display of the character image, it becomes possible to easily predict the movement of the identification information image, which excites the player's curiosity.
The player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. When the variable display of the identification information image linked to the character image is performed in the case where the plurality of identification information image groups are in a reach combination, the variable display game is in the reach state for the player. Can be recognized, and the player's interest can be further attracted to the variable display game, whereby the player can enjoy the game without getting tired. Further, a single character image having a plurality of moving body parts individually corresponding to the respective identification information image groups is arranged, and the identification information images of the respective identification information image groups corresponding to the movements of the respective moving body parts are displayed. In the case of providing variable display, the identification information image group scrolls monotonously as in the past, and gives the player an impression of novelty different from the conventional variable display game. , The player's interest can be attracted and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game. On the other hand, the moving body part of each character image does not change independently of the identification information image, but the identification information image Since it moves in association with the variable display, the association between the movement of the moving body part of the character image and the movement of the identification information image becomes clear, and any identification information can be obtained by the player gazing at the variable display of the character image. Causes of the image is displayed can be expected to some extent,
This also allows the player's line of sight to be attracted to the variable display game, so that the player can enjoy the game without getting tired.

In the embodiment shown in FIGS. 18 to 28 described above, the display unit 1 displayed on the image of the gaming machine simulating the pachinko gaming machine displayed on the display unit 116.
Although only 32 shows the case where the design image, the background image and the character image are displayed, the design image, the background image and the character image may be displayed on the entire surface of the display device 116.

[0219]

According to the present invention, the player can be impressed with novelty different from the conventional variable display game, and the player's line of sight can be attracted to the variable display game.
It is possible to entertain the player without getting tired of the player.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a front view showing an overview of a pachinko gaming apparatus according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is an enlarged front view of the game board surface of the pachinko gaming apparatus according to the present invention.

FIG. 3 is an exploded explanatory view of a variable winning device in a pachinko gaming device.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing a control circuit of a pachinko gaming machine that is an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of processing for detecting a game ball executed in a pachinko gaming machine.

FIG. 6 is a step S14 of the flowchart shown in FIG.
11 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of variable display game processing called and executed in FIG.

FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram specifically showing a manner of variable display of an identification information image and a character image in a variable display game.

FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram of the same.

FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram specifically showing another embodiment of the manner of variably displaying the identification information image and the character image in the variable display game.

FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram of the same.

FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram specifically showing another embodiment of the manner in which the identification information image and the character image are variably displayed in the variable display game.

FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of processing after a big hit in the subroutine of the variable display game processing shown in FIG.

FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing a server and a terminal that are communicatively connected via a telecommunication network such as the Internet or a local area network (LAN).

FIG. 14 is a schematic view showing an example of a terminal for pachinko gaming.

FIG. 15 is a schematic view showing another example of a terminal for pachinko game.

FIG. 16 is a block diagram showing a control circuit of a pachinko gaming terminal device which is an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 17 is a block diagram showing a control circuit of a server which is an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing a subroutine executed in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140 according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 19 shows a server 80 according to an embodiment of the present invention.
It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine performed.

FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing a subroutine executed in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140.

FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a subroutine for performing a variable display game process executed in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140.

FIG. 22 shows a server 80 according to an embodiment of the present invention.
It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine performed.

FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing a subroutine for performing a variable display game process executed in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140.

FIG. 24 is a view showing a server 80 according to an embodiment of the present invention.
It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine performed.

FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing a subroutine executed in the pachinko gaming terminal devices 100, 140.

FIG. 26 is a view showing a server 80 according to an embodiment of the present invention.
It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine performed.

27 is a flow chart of FIG. 26, step S114 of the flowchart.
In, is a flowchart showing a subroutine of the pachinko game processing called.

28 is a flow chart of FIG. 27, step S126.
23 is a flowchart showing a subroutine for performing the process of the variable display game called in FIG.

[Explanation of symbols]

M jackpot winning device 10 Pachinko gaming device (gaming machine) 32 Display device (display unit) 38 Grand Prize Winners 40 shutters 60 control circuit 66 CPU (control unit) 64 I / O bus 68 ROM 70 RAM 80 servers 100 Pachinko gaming terminal device (terminal) 132 display 140 Pachinko game terminal device (terminal)

Claims (12)

[Claims] 1. A screen image composed of a plurality of types of identification information images and an effect image including a character image and a background image can be displayed, and a plurality of identification information image groups including the plurality of types of identification information images are used. While sequentially displaying the plurality of types of identification information images in each identification information image group,
A gaming machine having a display unit capable of stopping and displaying one identification information image among the plurality of types of identification information images at a predetermined timing, wherein a plurality of character images individually corresponding to each of the identification information image groups are displayed. A gaming machine, wherein the identification information images of the corresponding identification information image groups are variably displayed in association with the operation of each character image. 2. The game machine according to claim 1, wherein the variable display of the identification information image is performed in synchronization with the operation timing of the character image and in a motion according to the operation content. 3. The character image according to claim 1, wherein each character image performs a dance including a rotation motion, and the identification information image changes in the same direction at the same timing as the rotation motion of the character image. Game machine. 4. The variable display of the identification information image linked with the character image is carried out when a combination of a plurality of identification information image groups is reached. A gaming machine according to item 1. 5. A screen image composed of a plurality of types of identification information images and an effect image including a character image and a background image can be displayed, and a plurality of identification information image groups including the plurality of types of identification information images are used. While sequentially displaying the plurality of types of identification information images in each identification information image group,
A gaming machine including a display unit capable of stopping and displaying one identification information image of the plurality of types of identification information images at a predetermined timing, wherein a plurality of moving body units individually corresponding to the respective identification information image groups are provided. A gaming machine characterized in that a single character image provided is arranged, and the identification information image of each corresponding identification information image group is variably displayed in association with the movement of each moving body part. 6. A display unit for displaying a moving image, a static image, or a screen image in which these images are combined, and a control for transmitting electronic data to the display unit, according to a game situation developed on a game board. And a plurality of identification information image groups including a plurality of types of identification information images, the plurality of types of identification information images are sequentially variably displayed in each identification information image group, and A screen image display method for a gaming machine capable of stopping and displaying one identification information image among the plurality of types of identification information images at a timing, wherein the character images are arranged so as to individually correspond to the respective identification information image groups. The method for displaying a screen image of a gaming machine, comprising the step of variably displaying the identification information image of each corresponding identification information image group in association with the operation of. 7. The game machine screen image display method according to claim 6, wherein the variable display of the identification information image is performed in synchronization with the motion timing of the character image and in a motion conforming to the motion content. 8. The character image according to claim 6, wherein each character image performs a dance including a rotation motion, and the identification information image changes in the same direction at the same timing as the rotation motion of the character image. Screen image display method for gaming machines. 9. A display unit for displaying a moving image, a static image, or an effect image in which these images are combined, and a control for transmitting electronic data to the display unit, depending on a game situation developed on a game board. And a plurality of identification information image groups including a plurality of types of identification information images, the plurality of types of identification information images are sequentially variably displayed in each identification information image group, and A screen image display method for a gaming machine capable of stopping and displaying one identification information image of the plurality of types of identification information images at a timing, comprising a plurality of moving body parts individually corresponding to the respective identification information image groups. A single character image is arranged, and the step of variably displaying the identification information images of the respective identification information image groups corresponding to the movements of the respective moving parts is displayed. Image display method. 10. The step of variably displaying an identification information image in conjunction with the character image is executed when a combination of a plurality of identification information images has a reach. Screen image display method for gaming machines. 11. A computer-readable storage medium that stores a display program for displaying a moving image, a still image, or a screen image that is a combination of these, as appropriate to the game situation, wherein the display program comprises: A program for displaying, as the screen image, an image including a plurality of types of identification information images, each of which is variably displayed and can be stopped individually at a predetermined timing, and an effect image including a character image and a background image, and A computer-readable storage medium characterized in that the identification information images of the respective corresponding identification information image groups are variably displayed in association with the operation of the character images arranged so as to individually correspond to the respective identification information image groups. 12. A server for displaying a game machine image showing a game machine on each terminal device, wherein a moving image, a still image or a combination of these images is appropriately used according to the situation of the game played on the terminal device. A screen image consisting of a plurality of types of identification information images, each of which is variably displayed and individually stopped at a predetermined timing, and an effect image including a character image and a background image are used as the screen image. While controlling the terminal device to display, the identification information image of each corresponding identification information image group is linked with the operation of the character image arranged so as to individually correspond to each identification information image group. A server characterized by variable display.