JP2003102975A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To drastically raise amusement in a game machine provided with a variable display device having a display part for displaying identifying information. SOLUTION: An operation port 11 and a big prize-winning port 12 are arranged on the game board 8 of a pachinko game machine 1 and a special pattern display device 20 having the display part 20B is incorporated in the center of the game board 8. The display part 20B includes a main display part 20a and a sub-display part 20b. A plurality of pattern strings K1-K3, etc., constituted of a plurality of patterns are displayed in the main display part 20a together with a background picture. A display object which is different from patterns is displayed in the display area CS of the sub-display part 20b. Besides, display in the sub-display part 20b is related to a rendition in the main display part 20a.

Description

Description: BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a display device capable of displaying identification information.
Gaming machine equipped with a variable display device having a functional display unit
Things. 2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a plurality of types of gaming machines have been
A display unit that can variably display patterns etc. in a predetermined arrangement
A pachinko machine equipped with a variable display device having
You. In this type of pachinko machine, the fluctuation display on the display is stopped
Various game states (for example, depending on the display symbol at the time (stop symbol)
Jackpot state) is derived. [0003] By the way, in recent years, in addition to symbols, a wide variety of
Characters and backgrounds can be displayed on the display.
Has been done. And elaborate the character and background
By combining with the variation of the symbols, the effect
Has been enhanced. In addition, such a production
Larger display unit (display screen)
Pachinko machines with a surface)
You. [0004] However, even if the large
Even if a display screen of
Characters, etc., are simply displayed larger as the size increases.
Not just. In other words, how big the display screen is
But the benefits of being bigger are just easier to see
In this sense, and in that sense,
The reality is that it is desired to improve the original interest. What
Note that the above request is limited to large display screens.
is not. The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems.
The purpose of which is to display identification information
Game machine equipped with a variable display device having a
A gaming machine that can dramatically improve the entertainment not found in
Is to provide. Means for Solving the Problems and Effects Thereof
Means effective for achieving the following are shown below. Required
The operation and the like will also be described according to. Means 1. Has a display that can display identification information
A variable display device for performing the fixed stop display of the identification information.
With a gaming machine configured to be able to derive the gaming state according to the mode
The one display unit is configured to display at least the identification information.
A main display for displaying a predetermined effect,
A sub-display unit on which a display object other than the separate information is displayed.
And the display on the sub display unit is the main display unit.
That is configured to be associated with the predetermined effect in
A gaming machine characterized by the following. [0008] According to the means 1, the display unit of the variable display device
The identification information is displayed in the
The game state is derived according to the state. Well, one of the display
At least the identification information is displayed on the main display.
Then, a predetermined effect is performed. In the sub display,
Display objects other than information are displayed. Because of this, the player
Enjoys the display effects on the main display where identification information is displayed
Sub-tables that can be displayed and displayed
The display on the indicator can also be enjoyed. Moreover,
The display on the sub display unit is related to the predetermined effect on the main display unit.
Linked. Therefore, the player displays on the sub display unit.
Not just vague but interesting and
It has an unprecedented level of fun, and as a result, it is
You can aim up. In addition, "In the main display part,
In addition to the identification information, another display object (eg, background, character
Kuta etc.) is displayed, and the predetermined effect is performed.
'', And `` including the other display object.
Can be associated with the predetermined effect ".
No. Further, as described above, the sub display unit displays the identification information.
The outside display target is displayed, but in this case, identification
Information may be displayed in some cases. Also,
The identification information may not be displayed at all. Further
In addition to the characters to be displayed, special play
Various information such as the number of rounds and the number of winnings when a skill state occurs
Information may be included. Means 2. Has a display that can display identification information
A variable display device for performing the fixed stop display of the identification information.
With a gaming machine configured to be able to derive the gaming state according to the mode
The one display unit is configured to display at least the identification information.
Main effects that are displayed and lead to the derivation of the gaming state
Main display unit for performing, and display objects other than the identification information
Is displayed, and the sub display unit is displayed.
The display on the display unit is the main effect on the main display unit.
A gaming machine characterized in that it is configured to be related. According to the means 2, the display unit of the variable display device
The identification information is displayed in the
The game state is derived according to the state. Well, one of the display
At least the identification information is displayed on the main display.
The main production is performed until the game state is derived.
It is. In addition, in the sub display unit, the display target other than the identification information is
Is displayed. For this reason, the player will be shown the identification information
Not only can you enjoy the display effects on the main display
Also, enjoy the display on the sub-display section where the display target is displayed.
Can work. In addition, the display on the sub display
It is associated with the main effect on the display unit. That
For this reason, the player does not simply display the display on the sub display
Interestingly interesting and unprecedented interest
Remember and, as a result, can dramatically improve the interest
You. In addition, "in the main display unit, in addition to the identification information,
Another display object (eg, background, character, etc.) is displayed
And the main production will be performed. ''
And "the main performance including the another display object.
May be associated with each other.
Similar). Means 3. Has a display that can display identification information
A variable display device for performing the fixed stop display of the identification information.
When the mode is a predetermined fixed stop display mode,
In such a case, it is possible to derive a special game state advantageous to the player.
Gaming machine, wherein the one display unit is at least the
The identification information is displayed, and the display of the identification information is stopped.
A main display for performing the main effects up to
And a sub-display for displaying a display object other than the information.
And the display on the sub display unit is
It is characterized that it was configured to be associated with the main production.
A gaming machine to be a sign. According to the means 3, the display section of the variable display device is provided.
The identification information is displayed in the
Is in a predetermined fixed stop display mode
A special game state advantageous to the player is derived. Well, one
In the main display section of the display section, at least the identification information
Is displayed until the identification information is stopped.
The main production is performed. In the sub display unit, the identification information
Display targets other than are displayed. For this reason, the player
Enjoy the display effects on the main display where different information is displayed
Can be displayed and the display target
You can also enjoy the display. Moreover, the secondary display
The display in the section is associated with the main effect on the main display section
Can be For this reason, the player simply displays on the sub display unit.
Not only vague but interesting and
Not interesting, resulting in a dramatic improvement in interest
Can be Means 4. Displayed on the sub display unit
The display target can be displayed on the main display section
The game according to any one of the means 1 to 3, characterized in that:
Machine. According to the means (4), the image displayed on the sub display unit is displayed.
Since the displayed display object is also displayed on the main display unit,
The relationship between the two is enhanced, and the player
It is easy to understand the significance of linking. As a result, beginners
Even if you are, you can fully enjoy the game. The main
The identification information displayed on the display (and another display object)
Is also displayed on the sub display unit.
It may be possible to do so. Means 5. The display target is once the sub display
Will be displayed on the main display immediately after being displayed on the
A gaming machine according to claim 4, wherein: What
In addition, "At least a part of the display target is displayed on the main display unit.
When displayed, at least a part of the information is displayed on the sub display unit.
May not be displayed "or" at least
In one period, the display object is the main display unit and the sub table.
Displayed on both sides, one or a group depending on the display on both sides
In such a manner that the display object of the Also the Lord
The identification information displayed on the display (and another display object)
At least one of them)
May be performed. According to the means (5), the display object is temporarily changed to the sub
Displayed on the main display immediately after being displayed on the display
You. For this reason, the player may select the display pair displayed on the sub display unit.
Understand the relationship between the elephant and the display object displayed on the main display
I'm sorry. In particular, "at least a part of the display target is
When displayed on the display unit, at least a part of the
Is configured not to be displayed on the display unit,
As if the display target had moved from the sub display to the main display
The sensation is felt and the fun is further increased. Means 6. The display target is from the sub display unit.
It can be moved and displayed on the main display section.
A gaming machine according to claim 4 or 5. According to the means 6, from the sub-display unit to be displayed.
The player can visually check the movement display on the main display,
You can feel something new. The identification information
Report (and at least one of the other display objects) is the main table
The display may be movable from the display unit to the sub-display unit. Means 7. The table displayed on the main display section
The display object indicates the variation mode of the identification information in the main display unit.
It can be displayed as if it were a trigger for switching
7. The method according to any one of the means 4 to 6, wherein
Gaming machine. Note that “change” may be used instead of “switch”.
No. According to the means 7, the table displayed on the main display section is displayed.
Changes in identification information in the main display unit depending on the display target
Displayed as if it were a trigger for switching modes
The player enjoys the effect display while switching
I am delighted with the changed movement. Means 8. The table displayed on the main display section
The display target is the identification information temporarily stopped on the main display unit.
That it can be displayed as an opportunity for the
A gaming machine according to any one of claims 4 to 7. According to the means 8, the table displayed on the main display section is displayed.
Stopped temporarily in the main display part by the indicated object
This is displayed as a trigger for re-change of the identification information. this
Therefore, once stopped identification information is
If not, you will be given another chance
As a result, the excitement is enhanced. Means 9 The table displayed on the main display section
The display target is stopped for the identification information in the main display
Note that it is possible to display as if acting
A gaming machine according to any one of claims 4 to 8. According to the means 9, the table displayed on the main display section is displayed.
The display target is stopped for the identification information in the main display
It is displayed as if you are working. Therefore, the player
With the expectation that desired identification information will be suspended
Watch over. Means 10. The display target is the main display unit
After being involved in the production at
Any of means 4 to 9 characterized in that
A gaming machine according to Reika. According to the means 10, the display object is the main table
After participating in the production at the display unit,
The display contents of the main display will be
Simplified and easier for players to understand display results etc.
Become. Means 11. The display target is the main display unit
Returns to the sub-display section after participating in a predetermined effect at
Means 4 characterized by being displayed as if
10. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 9 to 9. According to the means 11, the display object is the main table
After being involved in a predetermined effect in the display unit, the sub display unit
Because it is displayed as if returning, between display and return
A series of storylines are given, and the main display
The display contents are simplified, and the player
It is easy to understand. Means 12. Display unit that can display identification information
A variable display device having a fixed stop table for the identification information
The display mode is a predetermined fixed stop display mode determined in advance.
In such a case, a special gaming state advantageous to the player can be derived.
Gaming machine, wherein the one display unit is at least
The identification information is displayed.
A main display for performing a main effect until the
And a sub-display unit on which a display object other than information is displayed.
The identification information is variably displayed on the main display.
At the predetermined timing,
Display target is displayed, and then the display target is the main display
Display on the main display,
The displayed object is the identification information on the main display unit.
Characterized in that it is configured to affect the variable display mode
A gaming machine. According to the means 12, the display unit of the variable display device
, The identification information is displayed, and the identification information is confirmed and stopped.
When the mode is a predetermined fixed stop display mode,
In this case, a special game state advantageous to the player is derived. Now,
In the main display section of one display section, at least the identification information
Information is displayed until the identification information is stopped.
The main production is performed. In addition, in the sub display section,
The display target other than the information is displayed. For this reason, the player
Enjoy the display effects on the main display where identification information is displayed
The sub-display part that can be displayed and the display target
Can also be enjoyed. Moreover, the main table
The predetermined type where the identification information is variably displayed on the display
Display, the display target is displayed on the sub display unit,
Thereafter, the display object is moved and displayed on the main display unit. Therefore, play
Technicians are surprised and unprecedented
You can feel. Furthermore, move display on the main display
Table of change of identification information on the main display unit according to the displayed object
The illustrated embodiment is affected. So the surprise of the player is
As well as fully explore the impact process and consequences
Can work. Means 13. The main display unit and the sub display unit
Means are provided independently of each other
The gaming machine according to any one of 1 to 12. According to the means 13, the main display unit and the sub-display unit
Are provided independently of each other,
Display is less likely to be confused, and this
Failure to see one of the displays
Hateful. In addition, one display is not performed for a certain period
Even if there is, there is no discomfort. The means 13
In the description, "the main display unit and the sub display unit are separated by a dividing line.
The partition may be used.
The cut line includes a line that defines a display area of the identification information. "
It may be good. Means 14. The sub display unit is a main display unit.
It is provided at a position that does not interfere with the display on the
A gaming machine according to any one of means 1 to 13. According to the means 14, the display on the sub display unit
Therefore, the display on the main display is not disturbed,
Display (for example, identification information, table of backgrounds, characters, etc.)
Part) has been omitted or restricted.
Or not. Therefore, there is no sub-display section.
Display on the main display as much as
Can be Means 15. The display on the sub display unit is a predetermined
Configured to be acceptable only if the conditions are met
A gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 14. In addition,
As the "predetermined condition", for example, "a predetermined specific
"When a reach effect is performed,"
Special reach mode is introduced for specific reach
At the time of production "," before a specific effect is derived
When the notice of the stage is made "," It is advantageous to the player
When a special game state occurs (immediately before, during,
Immediately after)). According to the means 15, the predetermined condition is not satisfied.
Because the display on the sub display unit is not performed as long as
The user pays attention to the display on the main display unit. And the predetermined condition is
Display on the sub display unit is allowed only when the condition is satisfied.
Therefore, a rare value is given to the display in the sub display unit, and the player
The user can enjoy the display while being excited. Means 16. The sub display unit displays a table to be displayed.
With a display area shown and a non-display area not shown
The method according to any one of means 1 to 15,
Gaming machine. In addition, "the non-display area is the predetermined member
That is covered with "". According to the means 16, the table in the sub display section is displayed.
Make effective use of non-displayed areas that are not displayed
Can be used to enhance the display objects, etc. displayed in the display area.
It becomes possible. Means 17. The non-display area is always constant.
Means characterized by being configured to exhibit an aspect
The gaming machine according to item 16. It should be noted that "to exhibit a certain mode"
As a specific example, the wood grain pattern is always displayed, or
Alternatively, always display only a certain color (for example, black).
And the like. According to the means 17, the non-display area is always constant.
In order to exhibit the aspect of, the background displayed on the main display unit,
Or harmonize with the colors, patterns, etc.
Can improve the appearance quality.
Wear. Means 18. The variable display device includes a liquid crystal display.
Means 1 to 17 comprising a spray device
The gaming machine according to any one of the above. According to the means (18), the liquid crystal display device
Gaming machines equipped with
Can be planned. Means 19. The display unit has a rectangular or substantially rectangular shape.
And the diagonal length of the display unit is 6 inches or more and 1
Means 1 to 18 characterized by being less than 0 inch
A gaming machine according to any of the above. In addition, "6 inches or more"
And "6.5 inches or more" or "7 inches or more"
May be. As in the means 19, a substantially rectangular display portion is provided.
And the length of the diagonal line of the display section is 6 inches or more and 10 inches
In the gaming machine provided with the following display unit,
Is played. In particular, the length is relatively large, at least 6 inches.
If there is a display unit, the identification information and display target
It is possible to adopt large-sized ones accordingly.
As a result, merits other than increased realism due to the size increase
Can bring. Also, the entire display is large
Display is narrower than the main display
Because it is an area, the sub display unit can be displayed and game media can be passed
Disadvantages associated with larger display units
(For example, the game area (game
Guide members such as nails by narrowing the area through which the medium can pass)
Disadvantages such as installation restrictions) can be eliminated. Means 20. Means 1 to 19
And the gaming machine is a pachinko gaming machine. Among them,
The basic configuration of a dick machine is equipped with an operation handle.
The game ball according to the operation of the steering wheel.
Fired in the game area and the game ball is placed at a predetermined position in the game area
Variable display as a requirement for winning the activated working port
The identification information that is variably displayed on the main display of the device is
After a predetermined time, a fixed stop is displayed. Ma
In addition, when a special gaming state occurs,
The arranged variable winning device is opened in a predetermined manner and the game is played.
The balls can be awarded, and the value (scenery)
Including not only product balls, but also writing to magnetic cards, etc.)
Is given. Means 21. Means 1 to 19
And the gaming machine is a spinning-type gaming machine. Where the torso
The configuration of a gaming machine is as follows:
Another information column (specifically, a reel, and the identification information is a reel
(Variable display) (specifically,
After the rotation of the
Variable display means, and a starting operation means (for example, an operation
Changes in the identification information due to the operation of
Due to the operation of the stop operation means (for example, the stop button)
Change of the identification information
Is stopped, and the fixed identification information at the time of the stop is the specific identification information.
A special game state that is advantageous to the player as a requirement
Torso type game with special game state generating means for generating
Machine ". In the case of a spinning-type gaming machine,
Variable display means equipped with
May be provided separately from the reel, and the identification information
Information corresponding to the information (may be a pseudo response)
Display device that can display (for example, liquid crystal display device) here
It may be considered as a variable display device. In this case,
Variable display device, the body box that defines the gaming machine body
Installed in Means 22. Means 1 to 19
The gaming machine is a combination of pachinko and slot machines.
Gaming machine. Among them, the aforementioned gaming machine
The basic configuration of “
Report column (Specifically, it is a reel, and identification information is attached to the reel.
Displayed on the display (specifically, reel
After confirming the rotation, the identification information can be fixed and displayed.
And a start-up operation means (for example, an operation lever).
Change of identification information starts and stops due to the operation of-)
Due to the operation of the operating means (eg stop button)
Alternatively, the fluctuation of the identification information stops after a predetermined time has elapsed.
The fixed identification information at the time of the stop is the specific identification information.
A special game condition that is advantageous to the player as a necessary condition
A special game state generating means for generating a game medium,
To use the game ball and change the identification information
At the beginning, a certain number of game balls are required and special game state
In case of occurrence, many game balls are paid out
A game machine that has been done. In addition, such a gaming machine
Variable display means including the reels, etc.
It may be regarded as a device or provided separately from the reel.
Corresponding to the identification information (even if it is a pseudo correspondence)
Good) A display device capable of displaying identification information (for example, a liquid crystal display
Device) may be regarded as the variable display device referred to herein. Means 23. Front side corresponding to the sub display unit
The feature is that the game ball can pass in the part
A gaming machine according to claim 20 or 22. According to the means 23, before corresponding to the sub-display unit
Because game balls can pass through the surface side part,
The display area and the game
It is now possible to double as a ball passage area.
It is possible to improve the fun that is not. Means 24. Front side corresponding to the sub display unit
Means 23 characterized by providing a game ball passage in a portion
The described gaming machine. According to the means 24, the game ball passage and the sub display unit
Combined with an unprecedented appearance,
Each event such as the display of the display object and the passage of the game ball
Can be enjoyed in the site. Means 25. The main display unit and the sub display unit,
That both are controlled by a single display control means.
A gaming machine according to any one of means 1 to 24. According to the means 25, the main display unit and the sub display unit
Are both controlled by a single display control means.
Installation space due to an increase in display control means.
The disadvantage of increasing the source can be prevented. Also, the main display
When performing the related effect display on both the display unit and the sub display unit,
Timing shift is less likely to occur, and the effect is even higher
Will be used. BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION A pachinko game will be described below as a gaming machine.
Technical machines (hereinafter simply referred to as “pachinko machines”)
An embodiment will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 1 has an outer frame.
2 and a front frame 3 provided at a front portion thereof.
The front frame 3 is mounted on one side of the outer frame 2 so as to be openable and closable.
You. On the front side of the front frame 3, a glass door frame 4 can be opened and closed freely.
Provided, and on the lower side of the glass door frame 4
The upper plate 5 for storing the game balls B (see FIG. 2) is the upper plate.
5 to store the game ball B at the lower position.
Lower plates 6 are provided respectively. An operator's hand is located on the side of the lower plate 6 on the front side of the front frame 3.
A handle 7 is provided as a step, and the handle 7
It is connected to a game ball launching device (not shown). Also before
On the rear side of the face frame 3 (the back of the glass door frame 4 and the inside of the outer frame 2)
The game board 8 (see FIG. 2) is detachably mounted.
The game ball launching device is directed toward the upper part of the game board 8.
Fire game ball B. In addition, the game ball launching device
It is controlled by the control board 140 (see FIG. 3). Further, inside the front frame 3 (on the side of the upper plate 5)
Plays various sound effects as the game progresses,
Speaker 9 for notifying the player of the game state by voice
Is established. Note that the speaker 9 is provided on the sound control board 13.
0 (see FIG. 3). Now, as shown in FIG. 2, the game board 8 has
An inner rail 10a and an outer rail 10b are provided,
The game ball B fired by the game ball launching device is an inner ball.
Of the game board 8 along the rule 10a and the outer rail 10b
Will be guided to. At the lower part of the game board 8, an operating port 11 and a large
A prize mouth 12 is provided. The operating port 11 is for the game ball B
A passage is provided, and a blade 13 is opened at the entrance of the passage.
It is supported so that it can be closed. Seesaw behind deep winning opening 12
-14 is provided, and on the right side of the
15 and a prize passage 16 is provided on the left side.
Yes (may be reversed). In other words, the game is
When the ball B wins, this game ball B is played by the seesaw 14.
To either the V zone 15 or the winning passage 16
In the V zone 15 or the winning passage 16
It is configured to be derived through either. In front of the special winning opening 12, a special winning opening 12 is provided.
A shutter 17 that opens and closes is provided. Shutter 17
Is a special winning opening solenoid located on the side of the special winning opening 12.
Actuated by the computer 18. For details,
When the solenoid 18 is energized, the shutter 17
Is tilted substantially horizontally, and the special winning opening 12 is opened. Also, Oiri
When the prize hole solenoid 18 is de-energized,
The shutter 17 is in a substantially vertical state, and the special winning opening 12 is closed.
It is supposed to be. Further, on one side of the special winning opening 12,
A saw solenoid 19 is provided. Usually seesaw
Solenoid 19 is in a non-excited state.
Seesaw 14 in the inclined state toward V zone 15
State. That is, the game ball B passes through the V zone 15.
The inclination is like passing through. Also for seesaw
When the solenoid 19 is excited, the seesaw
14 is a tilt that allows the game ball B to pass through the prize passage 16.
It becomes. In this embodiment, the shutter 17 is opened.
At least one game ball B has passed V zone 15
In this case, the seesaw solenoid 19 is in the excited state.
When the shutter 17 is closed, the seesaw
The solenoid 19 is configured to be in a non-excited state.
You. In the center of the game board 8, a variable display device is provided.
Special symbol display device 20 is incorporated. Special drawing
The pattern display device 20 is a liquid crystal display (LCD) device.
The diagonal length of the screen is approximately 7 inches.
It has a rectangular display section 20B (see FIG. 6). Ma
In addition, around the display section 20B, (separate) members, a frame section
A center frame 20A made of resin is provided.
Have been. The display section 20B has a substantially rectangular main display section 20a.
The main display unit 20a has a plurality of symbol rows K1 to K1.
K3 can be displayed. This implementation
In the embodiment, these symbol columns are the left symbol column K
1, three symbol rows (the middle symbol row K2 and the right symbol row K3)
(Another information sequence) (see FIG. 5A). However,
The number of pattern rows is not limited to three, but
An outside number of symbol columns may be displayed. Further, the display unit 2 of the special symbol display device 20
In 0B (main display unit 20a), the operation port 11 of the game ball B is
Symbol variation display of each symbol row K1 to K3 based on winning
(In the present embodiment, scroll change display)
It is a configuration that can be done. Also, during this fluctuation display
If a new game ball B wins at the operating port 11
Of the variable display of the
It is configured to be performed after the end. In other words, variable display
Is put on hold (held). This pending change
The maximum number of displays is determined for each pachinko machine model.
However, in this embodiment, the maximum number of suspensions is set to four.
ing. However, the maximum number of holds is limited to this
is not. As described above, above the display section 20B,
Light-emitting diode (LE
D) Hold lamps 24a, 24b, 24c, 24
d is incorporated. Number of hold lamps 24a to 24d
Is the same as the maximum number of reservations described above (4 in this case).
ing. The holding lamps 24a to 24d are used to hold the variable display.
Lights for each stay, and displays a variable display corresponding to the hold.
It is turned off with the line. In the upper part of the center frame 20A,
A symbol display device 31 is also provided. Ordinary symbol display device
31 is four reserves of light emitting diodes (LEDs)
A lamp 32 and a 7-segment LED comprising a normal symbol display
And a display unit 33. Also, special symbol display device
A pair of passage gates 34 are provided on both left and right sides of the gate 20.
When the game ball B passes through the passage gate 34,
It is configured so that the traffic symbol display device 31 operates.
You. The ordinary symbol display device 31 in the present embodiment is
Variable display of numbers from "0" to "9" and 7-segment display
The section 33 displays segments. The number is a predetermined value (book
In the embodiment, when the operation is stopped at “7”), the operation port 11 is stopped.
Is opened for a predetermined number of seconds. Usually
The traffic symbol display device 31 passes through the pass gate 34 of the game ball B.
Up to four times can be stored and the hold lamp 32
To display the number of holds. Therefore, four holding lamps 3
In the state where 2 is lit, the game ball B passes through the passing gate 34.
Even if it passes, it is not counted. Also,
As long as the hold lamp 32 is lit, the game ball B
Normal number of times according to the number of holds without passing through
The symbol display device 31 operates. Further, the pachinko machine 1 is provided with
Various effects lamps (not shown) for enhancing the performance
And an electric decoration member are attached. These production lamps
Lighting of lamps and illumination members (hereinafter simply referred to as "lamp")
The state (lights off, lights up, blinks, etc.) depends on the progress of the game
It can be changed. These lamps are
It is controlled by the lamp control board 120 (see FIG. 3). In addition, the game board 8 is provided in accordance with the operation of the player.
To detect the changing gaming state of the pachinko machine 1
Loose switch 40, working port switch 41, V zone
Various sensors such as switch 42 and count switch 43
Are respectively attached. The through switch 40
It detects the passage of the game ball B through the passage gate 34.
The operation port switch 41 is connected to the operation port 11 of the game ball B.
Is detected, and the V zone switch 42
To the V zone 15 of the winning hole 12 of the game ball B
The winning switch is detected, and the count switch 43
This is to detect the winning of the game ball B to the big winning opening 12.
You. In this embodiment, each switch 40
Based on the detection results of ~ 43, each solenoid 18, 19,
Special symbol display device 20, each holding lamp 24a to 24d,
Speaker 9, normal symbol display device 31 (hold lamp 32 and
And 7-segment display unit 33), blade 13 etc.
For this purpose, a control device (main board) 50 is provided. The main board 50 is used for controlling the main control.
Read only memory (ROM), central processing
Device (CPU), random access memory (RAM), etc.
It has. The ROM stores predetermined control programs and initial data.
Data is stored in advance, and the CPU
Various arithmetic processes are executed according to the ram or the like. RAM is CP
The calculation result by U is used as a symbol random number buffer and symbol random number area.
A. Temporarily store in a stopped symbol area or the like. The main group
The board 50 is a board box (not shown) on the back side of the pachinko machine 1.
It is mounted in a sealed state. The RAM stores a special game state described later.
Random count to determine the occurrence of a large jackpot condition
It is also equipped with This random number counter performs random number update processing.
As a result, within a predetermined range (for example, “0” to “299”),
For example, it is updated by one count every 2 ms. This implementation
In the embodiment, the game ball B wins the operation port 11, and
When detected by the opening switch 41 (the maximum number of times
Excluding several hours), the value of the random number counter is a predetermined value, for example,
If it is "7", a jackpot condition is generated
It has become. The above CPU, ROM and RAM are
They are connected to each other through the in. FIG. 3 block diagram
As shown in FIG.
Interface 50a, and interface 5
0a is a display control board via a connector, a cable, etc.
110 connected to the interface 61 and other devices
I have. The interface 50a includes a connector and
Various sensors such as working port switch 41 via cable etc.
It is connected to the. That is, the main board 50 is
Win a prize from the switch 41 etc. via the interface 50a
While inputting signals, etc., the interface 50a
Display control board 110 and other input / output devices (other control
Outputs various operation commands such as control data to the board (including the board)
And various actuators such as solenoids and control
Control the board. In this embodiment, the special symbol display device is used.
Various display controls on the display unit 20B of the device 20 are mainly performed.
Not a main board 50 that controls, but mainly a special symbol display
As performed on the display control board 110 of the device 20
It is configured. The display control board 110 is a special figure.
It is in a state of being incorporated in the pattern display device 20. Further, in the present embodiment,
Regarding the lighting and blinking control of the lamp (for production)
Is performed in the lamp control board 120 and the speaker 9
The control of voices emitted from
This is performed on the control board 130. In addition, the game ball launch
Regarding the launch control of the game ball B in the device, the main board 5
0, as done in launch control board 140
Configuration. Here, the table in this embodiment is mainly used.
The electrical configuration of the display control board 110 that performs display control
A description will be given with reference to the block diagram of FIG. It is shown in the figure
Thus, the display control board 110 is sent from the main board 50.
An interface 61 for sequentially receiving incoming commands;
A control program stored in a program ROM 62;
Based on various information, various game states (normal fluctuation and
Display image displayed in the direction of チ
CPU 63 that generates screen configuration information of
A work RAM 64 for temporarily storing the processing results and the like of
Video for storing screen configuration information generated by CPU 63
RAM 65 and screen configuration stored in video RAM 65
The image data is read from the image data ROM 66 based on the information.
To retrieve and write that data to the screen configuration information
VDP6 for generating display images in various game states
7 is provided. And the generated display image is displayed
(Liquid crystal display) 20B. The interface 61 is provided from the main board 50
Receives a transmitted command (command). Also,
These commands are sent to the work RAM 6 by the CPU 63.
4 in a command buffer area (not shown) provided in
Is done. The CPU 63 stores the program in the program ROM 62.
It operates according to the stored control program. Specifically
Monitors the command and responds to the command.
A work is generated and stored in the work RAM 64. That task
Is executed, various game states are stored in the work RAM 64.
(Normal fluctuation, reach production, jackpot announcement, etc.)
Generate screen configuration information for the displayed image to be displayed, and
The configuration information is written to the video RAM 65. Screen configuration
Information is displayed by vertical operation of the display unit (liquid crystal display) 20B.
It is generated for each signal (VSYNC). The work RAM 64 has a
The command buffer area for storing commands
First, a task buffer that stores generated tasks
Area and image configuration information (figure of normal fluctuation or reach state
Instructions on the pattern image, its placement position, display priority, etc.)
Various information is recorded to collectively write to the video RAM 65.
The sprite chain area (not shown)
Is set. The video RAM 65 stores the image configuration information.
In addition to the storage of the display image generated by the VDP 67,
This is a memory for storing data. Video RAM 65
Is mainly for one screen displayed on the display unit 20B.
First frame memory, which is a storage area for storing image data
The memory 65a and the second frame memory 65b are provided.
The image configuration information generated by the CPU 63 and the VDP 6
Alternately storing display image data generated in step 7
It is configured so that The image data ROM 66 is stored in the display section 20B.
Stores various image data such as displayed symbols and background images
Memory. The image data includes a pattern or background image
For example, determined the shape, size, pattern, color scheme, color tone, etc.
Contains various information necessary to generate patterns, background images, etc.
It is rare. The VDP 67 performs image generation processing of a display image.
An image data processor to perform. That is, VDP67
Is based on the image configuration information stored in the video RAM 65.
The image data stored in the image data ROM 66.
And reads the information contained in the image data into the image.
Displayed on the display unit 20B by writing to the image configuration information
Generate possible display images. And the generated display image
Is output to the display unit 20B. More specifically, as shown in FIG.
P67 includes various commands sent from the CPU 63 and
An interface 67a for receiving data;
Based on various commands and data sent from the face 67a.
The image configuration information stored in the video RAM 65.
And generates a display image based on the image configuration information
The image generation unit 67b stores the color information of the display image.
And a pallet RAM 67c. Various commands from the interface 67a
The image generation unit 67b receiving the data and the data
M65 first frame memory 65a or second frame memory
The image configuration information stored in the memory 65b is read. That
An image is read from the image data ROM 66 based on the image configuration information.
Read data and read various information contained in the image data
Is written in the image configuration information. At the same time, the image data
From the palette RAM 67c.
Then, the information is written in the image configuration information. This allows color
A display image with a color scheme based on the information is generated. At the same time, the image generation section 67b
The first frame memory 65a or the second
Display image data stored in the frame memory 65b.
Data is read out and displayed on the display (liquid crystal display) 20B.
Power. At this time, the display image data is output as RGB signals.
The color tone (color, saturation, brightness,
Display (liquid crystal display)
(Display) 20B. In addition, the display image
Data is output and no data is stored in the first file.
In the frame memory 65a or the second frame memory 65b
Is written with new image configuration information. In addition, image raw
The display image generated by the component 67b includes a design and a spine.
It is composed of multiple layers for scenery images, etc.
By superimposing them, mainly as a display image for one screen
Has been generated. The pallet RAM 67c stores a plurality of types of colors.
-Hold multiple types of color palettes with information
Color according to the color information contained in the image data
The palette is provided to the image generation section 67b. here
To give a color palette means, for example, that the palette R
Storage address of color palette stored in AM67c
Is given to the image generation unit 67b. What
The color information includes primary colors such as red (R) and green
(G), blue (B) combination of basic color information
It is determined by agreement. Here, the display unit 2 of the special symbol display device 20
0B, the structure of a display image displayed during a game state or the like.
In addition to specifically explaining the configuration,
Based on the jackpot state, reach state, off state, etc.
explain. The main part of the display section 20B of the special symbol display device 20
As shown in FIG. 5A, the display unit 20a
A background image representing the scenery is displayed, and it is located in front of it.
Thus, the symbol columns K1 to K3 are displayed.
You. Each of the symbol rows K1 to K3 is, as shown in FIG.
Each of a plurality of patterns 70A as a plurality of pieces of identification information
-70I and the off symbol 70J.
Each of the symbols 70A to 70I except for the off symbol 70J,
Combination of pictures of various fruits and leaves and numbers "1" to "9"
(Of course, various patterns, various characters
Or a combination of various patterns with numbers and letters
May be used as a symbol). These patterns 70A ~
70I is the middle and right symbols for the left symbol row 21 in descending order.
Columns 22 and 23 are basically arranged in ascending order
Have been. These symbols 70A to 70I are special games
Jackpot design, outreach design and outfit design as design
Pattern (these will be described later).
). Also, the off design 70J is a "acorn"
The symbol 70 is basically
A to 70I. Further, the off symbol 70
K, as the name implies, won't be a jackpot
It can only be a missing design. However, "1" and "9"
Between the patterns 70A and 70I, instead of the departure pattern 70J
, A symbol 70D of “4” is arranged. Such an arrangement
Depending on the configuration, so-called double reach of "1" and "9" occurs
It is possible, and the jackpot pattern described later is even
It can occur evenly between numbers and odd numbers. In each of the symbol rows K1 to K3, the display
Symbols 70A to 70J move from top to bottom
It is displayed as if it were a lion. In addition, each of the symbol rows K1 to K3
In this case, the arrangement order of the symbols 70A to 70J is randomly changed.
Change the display and change the number of symbols 70A to 70J
Increase or decrease, or display multiple same symbols in one symbol row
Variance of the patterns 70A to 70J, for example,
Change the roll change display, replacement change display, etc. as appropriate
Is also good. Now, each of the figures which are variably displayed as described above.
Each of the patterns 70A to 70J of the pattern rows K1 to K3 is processed for a predetermined time.
After a while, the jackpot lines L1 to L5 of the main display portion 20a (FIG.
5 (c)). At this time,
One of the following patterns is selected from the following:
The stop table is displayed on the jackpot lines L1 to L5.
Is shown. In addition, each symbol row K1-K3 is a stop symbol.
It is a symbol that is definitely displayed when the symbol change is stopped.
Further, in the present embodiment, the symbol fluctuation is represented by the left symbol row K1,
The right symbol row K3 and the middle symbol row K2 are stopped in this order. Next, as a special game state advantageous to the player,
Will be described. FIG. 5C shows the main table.
The figure which shows the screen at the time of a big hit state in the indication part 20a.
It is. As shown in the figure, the jackpot symbol is a normal game
After reaching the reach game state (reach state) from the state,
A jackpot as a special game state in favor of the player
It is a design to make it. Specifically, all the symbol rows K1
The symbol displayed when the fluctuation of K3 is stopped
The combination of 70A to 70I is a predetermined jackpot.
Combinations, that is, large patterns 70A to 70I of the same type
The same figure when the lines are arranged along the hit lines L1 to L5
It may be a combination of the patterns 70A to 70I. This union
The symbol that constitutes the set is the "big hit symbol". In this embodiment, the upper, middle, lower horizontal lines L
1, L2, L3 and two oblique lines L4, L5.
Jackpot lines L1 to L5 are configured (5 lanes).
In). When a jackpot combination is established,
Another electric accessory is activated (the big winning opening 4 is opened), and the player
The advent of big wins, that is, more
Prize balls can be obtained. (For example, FIG.
In (c), in the lower line L3, "7""7"
The symbols 70G of “7” are stopped and displayed together.) In this embodiment, once a big hit state is generated.
After being born, after opening the special winning opening 12, (1) the game ball B becomes large
Win 10 prizes in the winning opening 12, (2) about 29.5
Elapsed seconds, or either condition was met
At this point, the special winning opening 12 is closed. This big winning opening 12
The opening / closing cycle is the best when the game ball B wins in the V zone 15.
Large and repeated a predetermined number of times (for example, 16 times: 16 rounds)
It will be. The reach state is a state immediately before the jackpot.
State (of course it may not reach the jackpot
). As shown in FIG. 5 (b), in the reach state,
The pattern fluctuation of the pattern row K3 is caused by the big hit lines L1 to L5.
In the upper part, it is the same kind of design as the stop design of the left design row K1
Includes a state to stop. In the above reach state, the figure of the middle symbol row K2
The pattern change is the stop diagram of both left and right symbol rows K1 and K3 finally
Stop at the same type of pattern as the pattern (big hit pattern) and hit
In addition to the ones that are in a different state,
Stopped at "missing reach design") and hit the jackpot
Is not (hereinafter referred to as "out-of-reach state")
included. Further, the symbol fluctuation in the middle symbol row K2 temporarily stops.
After stopping (after starting to stop), all the symbol rows (or some
Symbol row) fluctuates, and thereafter the symbols 7 in all the symbol rows K1 to 23 are changed.
When 0A to 70J stops (re-fluctuation reach, all
Rotation reach) is also included. In the reach state, the reach pattern
The patterns 70A to 70J in the middle symbol row K2 usually change
"Normal reach" that simply scrolls in the same way as when moving
In addition, various reach patterns are set. these
Reach patterns other than "Normal reach"
H-patterns are referred to as “super reach”
Things. When “Super Reach” starts
In the case of "normal reach",
The expected value at which the state occurs (big hit expected value) will be higher
Swelling. In “Super Reach”
Also, the jackpot expected value differs depending on each reach pattern
It is good also as having become. Also, "Super
Special Reach, which has a higher jackpot expectation value than
Reach or premium reach
May be prepared. In the present embodiment, “super reach”
Then, the production is performed by displaying "Squirrel"
By displaying "Res Reach" and "Momoga"
"Mongaga Reach" etc. where the production is performed is set
You. In the present embodiment, FIGS.
As described above, the display unit 20B displays the symbols 70A to 70J described above.
Is displayed not only on the main display section 20a, but also on the sub-display section.
20b. More specifically, the display unit 20B
Has a substantially rectangular wide screen and has a diagonal length
Is set to about 7 inches. The main display unit 2
0a is formed in a substantially rectangular shape, and the length of the diagonal line is
It is set to about 6 inches, and almost
It is provided at the center position. Then, from the display unit 20B
The part excluding the main display part 20a becomes the sub display part 20b.
I have. Further, the sub-display unit 20b displays a resource as a display target.
Display area CS that can display the display RC (see FIG. 8A).
And the non-display area NS where the display target is not displayed
Consists of Display area CS in the present embodiment
Is set adjacent to the main display section 20a.
Even if it is set at a position separated from the indicator 20a,
I can't. Both the main display unit 20a and the sub display unit 20b
The display is controlled by the display control board 110.
But their existence is independent of each other,
The boundary line defines the display area of the symbols 70A to 70J.
It is. Moreover, the main display portion 20a is substantially rectangular
The main table is formed by the presence of the sub-display unit 20b.
The display on the indicator 20a is not hindered. The non-display area NS of the sub-display section 20b
Means that a black image is always displayed
In both cases, the display area CS is usually the same as the non-display area NS.
Similarly, a black image is displayed, and the production of "Lisreach"
The squirrel RC is displayed in the display area CS only when the operation is performed.
It is supposed to be. Further, in the sub display section 20b, the display
The part excluding the area CS is covered with the center frame 20A.
Have been. Center frame 20 in the present embodiment
A has a wood grain pattern, so that the main display portion 20a
Gives a sense of unity when the forest background image is displayed
It is supposed to be. With such a configuration, the player
For, as if inside the center frame 20A
A main display section 20a is provided, and a sub display section is separately provided.
Display screen to secure display area CS of 20b is installed
It has come to give an impression as if it were done. What
The display area CS of the center frame 20A
There is a transparent window in the area corresponding to
The squirrel RC displayed in the display area CS is transmitted through the window.
It is visible. Further, as shown in FIG.
A pair of opening and closing with a motif of branches and leaves at the top of
A member OP is provided. The opening / closing member OP is illustrated
The open / close can be opened and closed by a solenoid for the opening / closing member
It is usually kept closed so that it is almost straight.
(See FIGS. 5B and 5C). Also before
When the solenoid is excited,
The opening / closing member OP is opened downward as shown in FIG.
ing. The opening / closing member OP is referred to as “MONMON REACH” described later.
Opening / closing control is performed only when the
ing. Next, the pachinko machine constructed as described above.
The operation and effect of each control unit in 1 will be described. First, the detection signal from the operating port switch 41 is
The main basis is that the game ball B has won the working port 11 based on the
Control processing when recognized by plate 50 will be described.
I do. The main board 50 wins the game ball B in the operating port 11.
When the main board 5 detects that the
0 indicates the corresponding holding lamps 24a to 24d (for example,
Up to two holding lamps 24a and 24b
If the lamp is on, the third hold lamp 2
4c) is turned on, and the value of the hold counter is incremented by “1”.
To increment. However, the holding lamps 24a to 24d are all
If they are lit, they are excluded. The main board 50 has an internal random number counter,
Jackpot symbol counter, out reach symbol counter, out
Store the value of each counter such as symbol counter in each random number area
I do. And the corresponding suspension at a predetermined timing
While turning off the lamps 24a to 24d,
Decrement the value of the data stored in each area, etc.
The symbol variation is executed based on the data. At this time, the main substrate 50 moves
The command as a command is displayed on the special symbol display device 20 in the table.
Indicator control board 110, lamp control board 120, sound
It is output (transmitted) to the voice control board 130 and the like. Well,
The command includes (1) a symbol 7 after a predetermined time from the start of fluctuation.
Time information indicating that 0A to 70J is to be fixedly stopped and displayed
Pattern consisting of fluctuation patterns represented by reach patterns
Information and (2) any design 70A-70J
And the symbol information indicating whether or not to confirm the display. here
And, as the symbol information, the jackpot symbol, the off-reach diagram
Pattern and out-of-designs, which are the internal random number
Counter, jackpot symbol counter, out-of-reach symbol counter
Is determined on the basis of the
You. In the present embodiment, the command is 2
It has a byte configuration, and the display control board is continuously and sequentially
110 and so on. Command consisting of 2 bytes
The first byte of the code contains any information from now on.
Composed of keyword information indicating whether or not
Have been. The last one byte is in the specific instruction.
Constructed by content information such as pattern code
Have been. For example, in this embodiment, first,
Is the pattern information. This place
In this case, the first byte is the pattern information (time information and
And suggest a fluctuation pattern)
The second byte is “00”, “0”
1 ”and the like. This
Here, pattern code information such as “00” and “01” is
For example, the change time of the symbol is set to "10 seconds", or
Time information indicating a content such as "30 seconds";
What fluctuation pattern (or group of fluctuation patterns)
Information suggesting a fluctuation pattern such as executing
Information. What is subsequently transmitted is the symbol information. You
That is, as shown in the present embodiment, three of the order of left → right → middle
When the symbols in the symbol rows K1 to K3 are determined
Is the second transmitted command following the pattern information.
The first byte is the left as the command information
Keyword information indicating that the symbol information of symbol column K1 will be transmitted
The second byte is the symbol that is confirmed and displayed.
It consists of suggested pattern code information. Ma
Also, as the symbol information that is the third command sent,
In the first byte, the symbol information of the right symbol column K3 will be transmitted from now on
The second byte
Is the pattern code information that indicates the symbol to be displayed
It consists of. At the same time,
The first byte is the middle of the symbol information
Keyword information indicating that the symbol information of symbol column K2 will be transmitted
The second byte is the symbol that is confirmed and displayed.
It consists of suggested pattern code information. This
Like, three display information about the confirmed symbol is continued
Sent to. That is, in one symbol change, 2
Data consisting of byte structure is transmitted one byte at a time.
As a result, a total of 8 (1 × 2 + 3 × 2) data transmissions
Will be performed. In the above embodiment, the left, right, and middle
The symbol information corresponding to each symbol row K1 to K3 is transmitted.
Is displayed, for example, eight symbols are confirmed and displayed
If necessary, 1 × 2 + 8 × 2 = 18 times of data
Changed the number of symbols as required, such as when transmission is performed
It can be applied even in the case. In this embodiment, the command (one group)
Command) is only for the display control board 110
The same applies to the lamp control board 120 and the voice control board 130.
Output (exactly in the strict sense)
Not necessarily at the same time). Of course, the frame output at this time is
Commands correspond to commands output to the display control board 110.
It is desirable that the response is
You don't have to.) On the other hand, regarding pattern fluctuation
A group of commands (sent during one symbol change)
The display control board 110 receiving the data group)
A display image (main table) displayed on the display unit 20B of the display device 20
The background image and the design image in the indicating unit 20a, and the
Character image in display area CS of display unit 20b
Etc.) sequentially. Further, the display control board 110
Start changing the pattern based on the
Until then, various effects based on the fluctuation pattern
Do. As the production, for example, reach production is mainly
No. That is, of the above commands, the pattern
Based on the information, the CPU 63 of the display control board 110
Table, taking into account the
Select and determine a fixed pattern, and
Direction based on turn, from the start of fluctuation to the confirmation display
During this time, it is executed for the number of seconds of the separately set time data.
Further thereafter, the CPU on the main substrate 50 side has the CPU itself.
Based on a timer, at a timing corresponding to the predetermined time,
A determination command is output to the display control board 110. On the other hand, the CPU 63 of the display control board 110
After a predetermined time from the temporary stop (time information
At the time of completion of the fluctuation based on the symbol information)
The fixed symbol is stopped. At this time, as a result
The patterns 70A to 70A are synchronized with the output confirmation command.
J is determined and stopped and displayed. Similarly, run
The CPUs of the control board 120 and the voice control board 130 also
At the above timing, the lamp effect and the sound effect are determined.
Stop. In the present embodiment, the variation pattern
Regarding productions other than reach productions,
The control is performed after being incorporated in the fluctuation pattern information.
Productions other than reach production include slip fluctuation, re- fluctuation,
Performances such as reach notice, super reach notice, and jackpot notice
Out. Here, "notice" means that the production
Therefore, it is suggested that a predetermined gaming state is likely to occur.
As long as possible, or a predetermined game letter depending on the production
The effect is that the rate of occurrence of
Even if the game state may not occur,
Inciting). Thus, in the present embodiment, the main substrate 50
Command from the main board 50
Display control by the display control board 110 etc.
Is to be governed. Thereby, the main substrate 50
Is reduced. Next, the operation and effect of this embodiment will be described.
Will be explained. From the main board 50 to the display control board 110
When the command is issued to change the symbol, it is displayed
On the control board 110 side, the symbol variation is started. The fluctuation
In doing so, as described above, the displayed symbols 70A to 70A
Variation table as if 70J is moving from top to bottom
Is shown. And the symbol corresponding to each symbol row K1-K3
70A-70J are left symbol row K1, right symbol row K3, middle figure
The fixed stop is displayed in the order of the pattern row K2. Here, the real
In the embodiment, since so-called 5 lines are adopted,
Three symbols 70A to 70J for each symbol row K1 to K3
Is displayed, and the display is stopped. That is,
On the main display part 20a, a total of nine symbols 70A to 70J
Is displayed as a fixed stop. Now, the symbols 70A-70 of all the symbol rows K1-K3 will be described.
Reach status is issued until the final stop display of 70J
May occur, depending on the command
The production of "Super Reach" may be performed. Less than
There are two typical types of "super reach"
Reach '' and `` Manga Reach ''
Will be explained. First, based on FIG. 8 and FIG.
Will be described. That is, the symbol
Command output to the display control board 110 in order to perform fluctuation
Mand contains information that a "risk reach" effect will be performed
Is performed on the display control substrate 110 side.
Details of the processing will be described. In this case, the display
By the CPU 63 of the control board 110, each of the symbol rows K1 to K
The variation of the symbols 70A to 70J of 3 is started. After a lapse of a predetermined time from the start of the fluctuation,
First, the symbol variation speed of the left symbol row K1
After being made slower than the fluctuation speed, as shown in FIG.
At a predetermined pattern 70A to 70J (see FIG.
In the lower part, the symbol 70G of “7” is stopped and displayed.
). Subsequently, the figure of the right symbol row K2 is similar to the left symbol row K1.
The pattern fluctuation speed is reduced and then stopped (Fig.
Then, as in the left symbol row K1, a symbol 70G of "7" is displayed in the lower row.
Has been stopped). At this time (the middle symbol row K2 is still
Is fluctuating), and a reach state occurs.
After the timing, the CPU 63
Control is performed. That is, as shown in FIG.
The squirrel RC is displayed in the display area CS of 0b,
It looks as if the squirrel RC is looking through her house window
Display control is performed. Players who have seen this can see the main table
If only the symbols 70A to 70J change in the indicator 20a
Squirrel R displayed in the display area CS of the sub display unit 20b.
I was surprised at C, and the table other than the main display 20a
I feel like I have never seen a sign before. And games
For the elderly (here, more advanced
Reach production, and eventually a jackpot)
Expectation of whether or not is raised. Next, a further development type of reach effect is performed.
There are cases where the
If the squirrel RC comes off the display area,
Display control is performed so as to disappear from the CS. See this
The squirrel RC is not displayed on the sub display unit 20b.
I'm sorry that it has gone (hidden in the house)
On the other hand, the display target (list
(RC) is displayed. [0122] In addition, a further development type reach effect is performed.
Is displayed, the squirrel RC is displayed in the display area CS.
In the state of the state or the effect that disappears once as described above
After being displayed, the symbols 70A to 70J and
Controls such as swinging the background are performed (of course
Such control may not be performed). This allows
Players can feel as if an earthquake has occurred
With it, something special will not happen
You will have a sense of expectation. In this case, FIG.
As shown in (b), display as if squirrel RC is moving
Control is performed. More specifically, a squirrel RC jumps from home
Out of the display area of the sub-display section 20b which has been displayed until then.
It is as if moving from the area CS to the main display section 20a continuously.
Display control is performed. Also at one point in this movement
Is a squirrel R on both the sub display unit 20b and the main display unit 20a.
Part of C will be displayed. Games that visually recognize this
The user associates the sub display unit 20b with the main display unit 20a.
I'm surprised that they are
Will increase. Next, as shown in FIG. 8C, the main display section
The squirrel RC displayed at 20a is a middle pattern row that is still changing
Desperately trying to stop K2 symbols 70A-70J
The effect display is performed as if it were. In this case,
When the hit symbols 70A to 70I approach,
Reducing the fluctuation speed of the symbols 70A to 70J,
Display control to make the RC look more desperate.
It is good also as. In this case, further development type
And the middle symbol row K2
Symbols 70A to 70J may be fixedly stopped and displayed.
You. The symbols 70A to 70J of the middle symbol row K2 are fixed as they are
When stop display is performed, remove the symbols 70A to 70J.
May be stopped at the symbol
May be stopped. In addition, in the jackpot design
If stopped, squirrel RC tumbles and braves home
If you perform a direction to return or stop with a missing pattern
Is like a squirrel RC crying and going home
You may also perform directing. [0125] On the other hand, an even more advanced type of reach production
(It may be called special reach production)
If it is, the middle symbol row K2 which is still fluctuating
The squirrel RC desperately stops the patterns 70A to 70J
The effect display is performed as if
A large number of squirrels (hereinafter, “squirrels”) are displayed in the display area CS of the sub display unit 20b.
"Squirrel group RCS") is displayed,
The squirrel group RCS is peeping his face through the window of the house
Such display control is performed. The player who saw this is the main player
Not only the most interesting effects on the display unit 20a, but also the secondary display
When you are surprised at the squirrel group RCS displayed in the section 20b
The most exciting performance on the main display 20a
Production that further enhances the sense of expectation in the display and sub display unit 20b
In addition, I feel like never before. And to the player
The most favorable situation (in this case,
The expectation that life will occur will be further enhanced
You. Next, the one squirrel RC has moved.
Similarly to the case, as shown in FIG.
Is controlled as if the object moves. More
Indicates that the squirrel group RCS jumps out of the house and displays
From the display area CS of the sub-display section 20b
The display control is performed as if it were continuously shifted to 20a.
You. Also, during one period of this movement, the sub display unit 20
b (display area CS) and the main display unit 20a have squirrel groups
A part of the RCS will be displayed. That is, squirrel group
Some of the RCS are displayed and some of the others are main display
It is displayed on the unit 20a. Games that visually recognize such events
The user associates the sub display unit 20b with the main display unit 20a.
I was surprised again that I was
The feeling of waiting will increase. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 9B, the main display
The squirrel group RCS displayed in the section 20a is
Of the middle symbol row K2 still fluctuating with the squirrel RC
Do you want to stop the patterns 70A to 70J desperately
The effect display is performed as described above. And then,
The middle symbol row K2 is fixed at the symbols 70A to 70J
Be displayed. In this case, the symbols 70A to 70J
It is good to stop at the off symbol,
It may be stopped at the handle. However, as above
If the squirrel group RCS directs the performance,
It is desirable that the probability of stopping at the symbol is further increased. Next, based on FIG. 10 to FIG.
Will be described. Sandals
In addition, the display control board 110 is required to perform the symbol change.
Perform “Monmon Reach” on the output command
Display control board 1
The processing performed on the 10 side will be described in detail. in this case
In the same manner as above, the CPU 6 of the display control board 110
3, the symbols 70A to 70J of the symbol rows K1 to K3
The fluctuation is started, and after a predetermined time elapses from the start of the fluctuation,
First, the left symbol row K1 has predetermined symbols 70A to 70J.
Stop on the predetermined jackpot lines L1 to L5
The right symbol row K2 has the same symbol 70A as the left symbol row K1.
Stop at 70J. At this point (the middle symbol row K2
Is still fluctuating), and reach status occurs.
At this time, the CPU 63
Control is performed. That is, as shown in FIG.
Opening / closing member O is controlled by controlling the opening / closing member solenoid (not shown).
P is released. At the same time, as shown in FIG.
As shown in FIG.
First, the monster MC flies from the back of the screen to the near side of the screen
Such display control is performed. Player who saw this
Is only the variation of the symbols 70A to 70J on the main display 20a
Is displayed when the opening / closing member OP is opened.
As surprised by C, the opening / closing member OP and the main display 2
Remember the unprecedented taste of directing with 0a
You. And the situation that is favorable for the player (here,
A further development type of reach production, and eventually a jackpot
Expectations) may be raised
You. [0130] The message displayed on the main display section 20a is the MC
Moves to either the upper left or lower right of the main display section 20a
The display is controlled, and the opening / closing member OP is closed at this time.
As shown in FIG. 10 (c), the monster MC is also moved to the upper left.
When it moves, the following display effects are performed. sand
That is, as shown in FIG.
The predetermined pattern of the middle symbol row K2 when the
Direction display is performed as if jumping to symbols 70A to 70I
It is. In this case, a more advanced reach
And the symbols 70A to 70J of the middle symbol row K2 as they are
May be displayed as a fixed stop. Medium pattern row as it is
When the symbols 70A to 70J of K2 are displayed as fixed stop
Is to release the symbols 70A to 70J and stop at the symbols.
Or stop at the jackpot symbol
You may. In this case, then Monga MC will
For example, as shown in FIG.
It is displayed as if it were a spike. [0131] On the other hand, a further development type reach effect is performed.
When the MONGA is the predetermined symbol 70A-70
After jumping to I, as shown in FIG.
The symbols 70A to 70J of the stopped middle symbol row K2 change again.
As it is displayed, as if the monster MC has a symbol 70
Direction display as if climbing A ~ 70J is performed
It is. Then, after that, the predetermined symbols 70A to 70A
At 0J, the middle symbol row K2 is determined and stopped and displayed. This
In the case of, the symbols 70A to 70J come off and stop at the symbol
Or stop at the jackpot symbol
It may be. However, the above-mentioned development-type effects are performed.
More likely to be stopped at the jackpot symbol
Is desirable. Further, as shown in FIG.
In the event that the MC moves,
When the reach effect is performed and when the middle symbol row K2
Symbols 70A to 70J may be displayed as fixed stop
You. The symbols 70A to 70J of the middle symbol row K2 are fixed as they are
When stop display is performed, remove the symbols 70A to 70J.
May be stopped at the symbol
May be stopped at
, And then the MC is, for example, shown in FIG.
As if flying toward the back of the screen. On the other hand, a further development type reach effect is performed.
In the case of a big hit, as shown in FIG.
From the point about 3 frames before the pattern, Monga MC is a pattern
Go to grab 70A to 70J and repeat the operation one frame at a time.
An effect display that returns is performed. And then,
In the determined symbols 70A to 70J, the middle symbol row K2
The final stop is displayed. In this case, the design 70A-
It is good to stop at 70J with a design that comes off,
It is good also as stopping at a hit symbol. However,
If an advanced type of production such as
It is desirable that the probability of stopping at the handle be further increased. As described in detail above, according to the present embodiment,
For example, the display unit 20B of the special symbol display device 20 is the main display unit 2
0a and a sub display unit 20b.
The symbol 70 that determines the background and the state of the jackpot in a
A to 70J are displayed, and the sub display unit 20b (display area C) is displayed.
In S), the squirrel RC and the squirrel group RCS are displayed. Subordinate
Therefore, the player basically displays the symbols 70A to 70J.
To enjoy the display effects on the main display section 20a.
At the same time, "Ris Reach"
Display section 20b (display area C)
The display effect in S) can also be enjoyed. That
As a result, the player has an unprecedented interest
Dramatic improvement in interest can be achieved. In particular, the main display unit 20a and the sub display unit 20b
Are independent of each other, the display units 20a, 2
0b is hardly confused with the display, and
That the player misses one of the displays
It is unlikely to occur. Normally, the display area CS
Even if the display is not done, but still strange
There is no feeling. Also, the squirrel RC displayed in the display area CS
Are associated with the squirrel RC or the like displayed on the main display section 20a.
Players can enjoy unprecedented productions
can do. In particular, the display area C of the sub display unit 20b
The squirrel RC or the like displayed on S is moved to the main display 20a.
Players are surprised at such innovative staging display
To learn and improve the interest in this sense.
Can be. Further, the sub display section 20b (display area CS)
Display disturbs the display on the main display section 20a.
However, the display on the main display unit 20a (for example, FIG.
Some of the patterns 70A to 70J and the background) are omitted.
It is not lost or restricted. Further, the sub display unit 20b (display area CS)
Is displayed only when “Lisreach” is displayed.
Is allowed, such a representation is given a rare value,
The player can enjoy the display while being excited.
You. In addition, the non-display area NS of the sub display unit 20a
Is covered with the center frame 20A,
20b is easily confused with the center frame 20A.
As a whole, the display unit 20a is provided.
The discomfort is dispelled. In addition, in addition, the main display unit 2
0a and the sub-display unit 20b are both a single display control board 1
Since the display is controlled by the CPU 63, the control
Installation space due to an increase in the number of CPUs
Demerits such as increase can be prevented. Also,
The main display unit 20a and the sub display unit 20b
When performing an effect display, timing shifts may occur.
Therefore, the production effect can be further enhanced. The display section 20B of the present embodiment is mainly
Since it is substantially similar to the display unit 20a, the special symbol display
Reuse of the device 20 as part of another gaming machine (recycling)
When the display device 20 is to be
Thailand with identification information displayed on the body (without sub-display)
It can also be applied as a
It is possible to improve the crawlability. It is to be noted that the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment.
Instead, for example, the following may be performed. (A) In the above embodiment, the main display unit 20
a at the center of the display unit 20B.
However, for example, as shown in FIG.
a at an eccentric position (offset position) with respect to the display section 20B.
It is also good to be able to go. Thus, the main display at the eccentric position
By providing the portion 20a, the space of the sub-display portion 20b can be provided.
It can be used effectively. (B) In the above embodiment, the main display
By disposing the display area CS adjacent to the portion 20a
However, as shown in FIG.
The display area CS may be arranged at a different position. This
The display area CS is separated from the main display section 20a as shown in FIG.
The main display unit 20a and the display area CS
It is easy to ensure independence between Also independent like this
Display on both 20a and CS
Is less likely to occur in the player,
Difficulty such as failure to see the display
No. Also, one display may not be displayed for a certain period.
There is no discomfort even if you do. (C) In the above embodiment, the main display unit 20
The sub-display unit 20b (non-display area NS) above and below a
Is configured to exist, as shown in FIG.
As described above, one side (the left side in the figure) of the display unit 20B is the main display.
Unit 20a, the other side (the right side in the figure)
However, sub-displays 20b are provided on both upper and lower sides of the main display 20a.
It may be a configuration that does not exist. Further, in FIG.
As shown, the display section 20B is simply distinguished by a partition line SL.
Alternatively, the configuration may be as simple as possible. In addition, the sub display unit 20b
All display areas (with no non-display area
You can do it. (D) In the above embodiment, the sub display unit 20
display area CS is arranged only on one side (right side in the figure)
However, as shown in FIG.
A configuration in which a plurality of display areas CS are arranged on both sides may be adopted.
No. (E) In the above embodiment, the non-display area NS
Is displayed only in black, but somehow
Pattern (for example, wood grain pattern)
Good. In this case, a part of the non-display area NS is
And the rest is exposed.
The exposed part is the center frame.
Both are perfectly united by having a grain pattern similar to 20A
Can be made less likely to cause discomfort. In addition, at least a part of the non-display area NS is
When exposed, do not always exhibit a certain mode
May be provided on the center frame 20A, for example.
The non-display area N according to the light emission mode (color tone) of the lamp or the like
An effect of changing the color tone of S may be performed. (F) In the above embodiment, particular mention is made.
There is no center flare at the part corresponding to the sub display unit 20b.
The game ball B can pass through the arm 20A.
It may be. For example, on both sides of the sub display unit 20b,
A game ball passage is set up in the corresponding center frame 20A.
It is also good to be able to go. In this case, the game ball passage and the secondary display
Together with the part 20b, it has an unprecedented appearance,
Display of display target such as squirrel RC and passing of game ball B
Can be enjoyed in one part. (G) Display control in main display section 20a
The display control in the sub display unit 20b is different from the display control
It may be performed by a control means (CPU). (H) In the above embodiment, the display area CS
To display the squirrel RC as the display target
But another display target instead of a character such as squirrel RC
(For example, a sentence that indicates the occurrence of a reach state or jackpot state
The number of rounds and winning pieces in a character, figure, or jackpot state
Number etc.) may be displayed. In some cases,
May be displayed in the display area CS
No. Conversely, no symbols are displayed in the display area CS.
It is good also as. (I) Five liners as in the above embodiment
It doesn't have to be Ip's. For example, so-called two lines
Type (for example, there are upper and lower horizontal jackpot lines
), And three-line type (for example, horizontal
Pachinko machine (with a line). (J) The special symbol display device 20
In addition to the liquid crystal display described above, CRT, dot mat
Rix, LED, electroluminescence (EL),
A fluorescent display tube or the like may be used. (K) A type different from the above embodiment
It can also be applied to pachinko machines and the like. For example, the jackpot design
After being displayed, it is necessary to win a game ball in a predetermined area.
As a required condition, it is actually a pachinko machine that will be in a special game state
May be applied. Also, pachinko machines without a display unit (for example,
Equipped with variable winning devices such as large feathers and other accessories such as clunes
Types and so-called many tulips
It can also be applied to the types listed. Also, snap
In addition to the Ko machine, arepachi, sparrow ball, slot machine, pachi
Various games, such as gaming machines that combine
It can also be implemented as a technical machine. The slot
The machine, for example, inserts coins to determine the symbol effective line.
By operating the operation lever in the state where
It is fluctuated, and the pattern is operated by operating the stop button
It is a well-known thing which is stopped and fixed. In this case,
Typical examples of the technical media include coins and medals. The pachinko and slot machines are compatible.
Figure consisting of multiple symbols as a specific example of a combined gaming machine
Variable display hand that confirms and displays the pattern after displaying the pattern row
It has a step and does not have a handle for launching game balls.
Things. In this case, a predetermined operation (button operation)
After the insertion of a predetermined amount of game balls based on
The fluctuation of the symbol is started due to the operation of the lever, for example,
Due to the operation of the stop button or a predetermined time has elapsed
The fluctuation of the symbol is stopped by the
The requirement is that the symbol is a so-called jackpot symbol
A jackpot condition favorable to the player is generated,
A lot of game balls are paid out to the lower saucer.
is there. (L) In the above embodiment, a symbol row is used.
And adopts three symbol rows K1, K2, K3 of left, middle and right
But with less than two or more than four symbol rows
You may comprise. Also, the stop order is the same as in the above embodiment.
However, it is not limited at all. (M) In the above embodiment, the squirrel RC etc.
From the display area CS of the sub display unit 20b, the main display unit 20a
Is displayed as if it were continuously moving to
May be intermittent, or at the same time, the same or similar table
The indication object may be displayed on both CS and 20a. Also, the table
The display timing of the display target is not limited to during the reach state,
It may be displayed before the reach status occurs, or displayed during the jackpot.
May be shown. Note that when displaying before the reach status,
Is displayed as part of reach notice or jackpot notice
It is desirable to do. (N) Diagram displayed on main display section 20a
The pattern and other display objects are displayed on the sub display unit 20b (display area C).
The display may be moved to S).

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a pachinko machine according to one embodiment. FIG. 2 is a front view of a pachinko machine mainly showing a game board. FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of a display control board and the like. FIG. 4 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of a VDP and the like. 5A is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of a symbol display mode on a main display unit, FIG. 5B is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of a symbol display mode in a reach state, and FIG. It is a schematic diagram which shows an example of the display mode of the symbol at the time of a state occurrence. FIG. 6 is a front view illustrating a configuration of a display unit. FIG. 7 is a front view showing a relationship between a display unit and a center frame. FIGS. 8A to 8C are schematic diagrams illustrating a display mode of a display unit when a reach reach state occurs. FIGS. 9A and 9B are schematic diagrams showing a display mode of a display unit in a reach reach state. FIGS. 10A to 10C are schematic diagrams illustrating a display mode of a display unit when a MONGA reach state occurs. FIGS. 11A to 11C are schematic diagrams illustrating a display mode of the display unit when the MON is in a reach state. FIGS. 12A to 12C are schematic diagrams illustrating a display mode of a display unit when a monkey is in a reach state. FIGS. 13A to 13D are conceptual schematic diagrams showing the arrangement of a display unit according to another embodiment. [Description of Signs] 1 ... Pachinko machine, 8 ... Game board, 11 ... Operation port, 12 ... Big winning opening, 20 ... Special design display device as variable display device, 20A ... Center frame as (separate) member, 2
0B: display section, 20a: main display section, 20b: sub-display section,
50: main board, 63: CPU of display control board, 110:
Display control board, K1 ... left symbol row, K2 ... middle symbol row, K3
... Right symbol row, B ... Game ball as a game medium, RC ... Squirrel as a display object, MC ... Monga, CS ... Display area,
NS: non-display area.

Claims (1)

Claims 1. A gaming machine comprising a variable display device having a display unit capable of displaying identification information, wherein a gaming state is configured to be able to derive a gaming state in accordance with a fixed stop display mode of the identification information. At least, the one display unit includes a main display unit for displaying at least the identification information and performing a predetermined effect, and a sub-display unit for displaying a display target other than the identification information. A gaming machine characterized in that the display on the sub display unit is associated with the predetermined effect on the main display unit.