JP2008183145A - Game machine and game system - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine which manages players by utilizing face image data of the players and performs different direction for each of the players. <P>SOLUTION: Player image data are formed by extracting the face domains or specific parts of the players from image results in a CCD camera 26 which images the player. Further, the game machine is connected to a hall computer 100, which manages game history data for each of the players, in a way of being capable of data communication and the generated player's image data are transmitted to the hall computer 100 with predetermined timing. The hall computer 100 receives a direction signal transmitted from the game history data corresponding to the received game player's image data and performs direction in response to the direction signal. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to, for example, a pachislot gaming device, a pachinko gaming device, other gaming machines, and a gaming system.

  Patent Documents 1 to 4 disclose a gaming machine and a gaming system that use a face authentication technique to substitute a player's face image data for a player's ID or monitor a player's fraud. . Patent Documents 1 to 4 allow managers and the like to easily manage the inside of the game hall.

Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2002-221021 JP 2004-159855 A JP 2006-006590 A JP 2006-333882 A

  By the way, recent gaming machines are designed to produce various effects so as not to bore the player. However, since the production pattern is limited, there is a problem in that a plurality of players are each given substantially the same production and are bored with the player. Therefore, the present inventor has found that by using the face image data used in the face authentication technology, the player can be managed and different effects can be provided for each player.

  An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine and a gaming system in which each player may be able to enjoy a game with a performance different from that of other players.

Means and effects for solving the problems

  In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides an imaging means for imaging a player, and a game for generating player image data by extracting a player's face area or a specific part based on an imaging result of the imaging means. Player image data generating means, connection means for connecting to an external device for managing game history data for each player so that data communication is possible, and a player image for transmitting the generated player image data to the external device at a predetermined timing In response to the effect signal, the data transmitting means, the receiving means for receiving the effect signal transmitted from the external device based on the game history data corresponding to the received player image data, the effect data storing means for storing the effect data, The effect data acquisition means for acquiring the effect data from the effect data storage means, and the effect execution means for executing the effect based on the acquired effect data.

  According to this configuration, player image data specifying a player is transmitted to the external device, and the effect data is acquired according to the effect signal based on the game history data transmitted from the external device. That is, in the external device, player image data for specifying a player and game history data are managed, and an effect to be executed by the gaming machine is determined based on the game history data. Then, the gaming machine can execute effects based on the game history data of each player by transmitting the player image data to the external device. Thereby, a player can enjoy an effect based on his / her own game history data, and can possibly enjoy a game with an effect different from that of other players.

  Further, since the game history data of each player is managed by an external device, the player can take over the game history data up to now even with different gaming machines. Furthermore, since the player is specified by the player image data generated by being imaged, the player does not need to memorize the ID code or own the ID card, thereby saving the player's trouble. Will be able to.

  The present invention further includes player image data storage means for storing player image data, and the effect execution means executes an effect combining the effect data and the player image data.

  According to this configuration, since player image data that differs for each player is used for the effect to be executed, the player may be able to enjoy an effect that other players do not have.

  Furthermore, the present invention provides a game history data storage means for storing game history data, a data update means for sequentially updating the game history data, and an updated game together with the player image data when the game history data is updated. Game history data transmitting means for transmitting history data to an external device is further provided.

  According to this configuration, when the game history data is updated, the game history data is transmitted to the external device. Therefore, the external device always manages the latest game history data.

  In this case, the present invention provides a game enabling means for enabling a game by betting on a game medium, a symbol variation display means for variably displaying a plurality of symbols, and a symbol for stopping a plurality of symbols variably displayed by a player's operation. A stop means, a winning combination determining means for determining a winning combination based on a result of a plurality of symbols being stopped, a valuable value paying means for paying out a valuable value based on the winning combination, and a gaming state is a general gaming state; Or, in a specific gaming state where the amount of game media consumed can be less than in the general gaming state, if the winning combination is a special role, the probability that the gaming state is paid out of the valuable value than the general gaming state and the specific gaming state Special gaming state transition means for setting a high special gaming state, point giving means for giving points to a player when a predetermined condition is established in the special gaming state, and storing the given points Point storage means, a special gaming state transition means for setting the gaming state to the specific gaming state after the end of the special gaming state, and when a predetermined winning combination is determined in the specific gaming state, the gaming state is set to the general gaming state. Specific game state ending means and navigation means for navigating the player so as not to become a predetermined winning combination based on the points in the specific game state, the game history data is stored in the point storage means Points stored and gaming state.

  According to this configuration, in order to prevent the transition from the special gaming state where there is a possibility of acquiring more valuable value or the specific gaming state where the consumption of gaming media can be suppressed, the acquired points are not changed to the general gaming state. It is stored in an external device. Thereby, the player can carry over the points acquired at the corner to another gaming machine.

  In another aspect, the present invention relates to a gaming system including an external device that manages game history data for each player, and a gaming machine that is connected to the external device so that data communication is possible, and the gaming machine images the player. An imaging means, a player image data generation means for generating a player image data by extracting a player's face area or a specific part based on an imaging result of the imaging means, and a player image generated at a predetermined timing From data transmission means for transmitting data to an external device, signal receiving means for receiving effect signals transmitted from the external device, effect data storage means for storing effect data, and effect data storage means in response to the effect signals The apparatus includes an effect data acquiring means for acquiring effect data and an effect executing means for executing an effect based on the acquired effect data, and the external device stores the game history data as a player. Data storage means for storing, player image data receiving means for receiving player image data, game history data acquiring means for acquiring game history data corresponding to the received player image data, and acquired game history data And determining means for determining the effect pattern, and signal transmitting means for transmitting the effect signal to the gaming machine based on the determined effect pattern.

An embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to FIGS.
(Game system)
As shown in FIG. 1, the hall computer 100 and the plurality of gaming machines 200 of the present embodiment are connected via the Internet 101 to constitute a gaming system 1. Note that the Internet 101 may be configured in a wired manner or may be configured in a wireless manner.

(Composition of gaming machine)
First, the gaming machine 200 constituting the gaming system 1 will be described. The gaming machine according to the present embodiment is a so-called “pachi-slot machine”, and the player is configured so that a specific winning mode is established based on the symbols displayed by stopping the variable display of the symbols on the winning line. The variable display can be stopped by detecting this operation. The gaming machine is a game that uses a game medium such as a coin or a medal, a game ball, etc., or a card or the like that stores information on the valuable value given to or given to the player. In the explanation, the explanation will be made using medals as game media and valuable value.

  FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the external appearance of the gaming machine 200. A liquid crystal display device 5 is installed in front of the cabinet 2 forming the entire gaming machine 200. As will be described later, the liquid crystal display device 5 is configured so that a plurality of symbols on the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R arranged on the back side of the liquid crystal display device 5 can be visually recognized. It is possible to display. In the present embodiment, the case where the liquid crystal display device 5 is provided on the front surface of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R will be described. However, in the present invention, the position where the liquid crystal display device 5 is provided is particularly limited. It is not something. The liquid crystal display device 5 will be described in detail later.

  On the back side of the liquid crystal display device 5, three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are provided as variable display means. Each of the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R has a symbol row formed of a plurality of symbols on its outer peripheral surface. The symbol row consists of a plurality of types of symbols with code numbers “00” to “20”. Specifically, it consists of symbols of “red 7”, “blue 7”, “plum”, “bell”, “watermelon”, “Replay”, and “cherry”. Each reel rotates at a constant speed (for example, 80 rpm). “Red 7” and “Blue 7” in the symbol sequence are set as constituting a specific winning mode. Here, the specific winning mode means a winning mode in which a bonus of BB (big bonus) or RB (regular bonus) described later is established.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the symbols of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are nine in total in the vertical direction, three symbols of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R through the liquid crystal display device 5 from the front of the cabinet 2. The design is visible. In addition, five pay lines are set corresponding to the stop positions of the nine symbols that can be visually recognized. That is, a top line 8b, a center line 8c, and a bottom line 8d that horizontally traverse three symbols arranged in the vertical direction are provided, and a cross down line 8a and a cross up line 8e that traverse diagonally.

  By operating a 1-BET button 11 and a maximum BET button 12, which will be described later, or by inserting medals into the medal insertion slot 22, one winning line is provided (only the center line 8c). When two bets are made (the 1-BET button 11 is operated (pressed) twice or two medals are inserted), three (in addition to the center line 8c, the center line 8b, the bottom line 8d), the maximum number (this embodiment) In the case of 3 bets), 5 (3 cross-line 8a and cross-up line 8e) are activated in addition to 3 (2 bets). The winning lines 8a to 8e are related to success or failure of the winning combination. Specifically, the winning combination of the predetermined combination is established by stopping and displaying the symbols constituting the symbol combination corresponding to the predetermined combination in a predetermined position corresponding to any activated winning line. Will be. In the following description, the activated winning line may be referred to as an activated line.

  On the rear side of the left side of the liquid crystal display device 5 are a game start display lamp 25, a hit display lamp (so-called “WIN lamp”) 17, a medal insertion lamp 24, a 1-BET lamp 9a, a 2-BET lamp 9b, and a maximum BET lamp. Various lamps 9c and various display units such as a payout number display unit 18, a credit display unit 19, and an accessory operation (bonus) number display unit 20 are provided (see FIG. 3). These lamps and the display unit can also be visually recognized from the front of the cabinet 2 through the liquid crystal display device 5 in the same manner as the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R.

  The 1-BET lamp 9a, the 2-BET lamp 9b, and the maximum BET lamp 9c are lit according to the number of medals (hereinafter, also referred to as BET number) bet to play one game (unit game). Note that one game ends when all reels are stopped, or when medals are paid out, when medals are paid out.

  The WIN lamp 17 is turned on with a predetermined probability when BB or RB is internally won, and is also turned on when a BB or RB winning is established. The internal winning means that the CPU 31 draws a winning combination that can be established, and the winning combination that is won internally is called an internal winning combination, which will be described in detail later. The medal insertion lamp 24 blinks when the medal insertion is acceptable. The game start display lamp 25 is lit when at least one of the pay lines 8a to 8e is activated.

  The payout number display unit 18 displays the number of payout medals at the time the winning is established, the credit display unit 19 displays the number of stored medals, and the bonus number display unit 20 displays the RB. The number of possible games and the number of possible RB game winnings are displayed. These display units consist of a 7-segment display.

  A pedestal portion 10 having a horizontal plane is formed below the liquid crystal display device 5. A medal slot 22 is provided on the right side of the pedestal portion 10, and a 1-BET button 11 is provided on the left side of the pedestal portion 10. And a maximum BET button 12 is provided. The 1-BET button 11 makes one of the credited medals bet on the game by one pressing operation, and two of the credited medals by two pressing operations. The number of bets on the game. The maximum BET button 12 sets the maximum number of bets that can be bet on one game (three in this embodiment) to be bet on the game. By operating the BET buttons 11 and 12, the above-described pay lines 8a to 8e are activated.

  A stored medal settlement button 14 (hereinafter referred to as a C / P button 14) is provided on the left side of the front portion of the pedestal unit 10 to switch credit / payout of medals acquired by the player by a push operation. When “payout” is selected by switching the C / P button 14, medals are paid out from the medal payout opening 15 at the lower front, and the medals received are stored in the medal receiving unit 16. On the other hand, when “credit” is selected, the number of medals is stored as credits in a memory (for example, a RAM 33 described later) provided in the gaming machine 200.

  A start lever 6 for rotating the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R by a player's operation is attached to the right side of the C / P button 14 so as to be rotatable within a predetermined angular range. Three stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R for stopping the rotation of the three reels 3L, 3R, and 3C are provided at the center of the front surface of the pedestal portion 10, respectively. Further, on the right side of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R, an imaging button 27 for starting imaging by a CCD camera 26 described later is provided.

  Speakers 21L and 21R are provided on the left and right above the cabinet 2, and a payout table panel 23 is provided between the two speakers 21L and 21R to display a combination of winning symbols and the number of medals. ing. In addition, an LED lamp 29 is provided above the speakers 21L and 21R and the payout table panel 23, and blinks or the like in accordance with an effect corresponding to the gaming state.

  A CCD (Charge Coupled Device) camera 26 is provided below the speakers 21L and 21R and above the liquid crystal display device 5. The CCD camera 26 is provided in a posture capable of capturing an image of the face of a player who plays at least sitting in front of the gaming machine 200. The player's face is detected from the image captured by the CCD camera 26 at the timing when the imaging button 27 is pressed, and stored as face image data in the gaming machine 200. The stored face image data is used as part of the effect (see FIG. 1 and FIG. 15). That is, the player can capture his / her face as part of the production, and thus can enjoy a production different from that of other players. The face image data is also transmitted to the hall computer 100 via the Internet 101.

(Game machine: Liquid crystal display)
Here, the structure of the liquid crystal display device 5 will be described. As shown in FIG. 4, the liquid crystal display device 5 includes a front panel 51 including a protective glass 52 and a display plate 53, a transparent liquid crystal panel 54, a light guide plate 55, a reflection film 56, and fluorescent lamps 57 a and 57 b which are so-called white light sources. 58a, 58b, lamp holders 59a to 59h, and a table carrier package (TCP) on which an IC for driving the transparent liquid crystal panel is mounted. The TCP is a flexible substrate (not shown) connected to a terminal portion of the transparent liquid crystal panel 54. Etc.). As described above, the liquid crystal display device 5 is provided in front of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R. Further, the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 5 are provided with a predetermined interval.

  The protective glass 52 and the display board 53 are comprised with the transparent member. On the display board 53, a pattern or the like is formed at a position corresponding to the above-described BET lamps 9a to 9c. That is, the area where the pattern or the like of the display board 53 is formed is the pattern formation area 51b of the front panel 51, and the area where the pattern or the like of the display board 53 is not formed is the display window 51a of the front panel 51. (Figure 3). The entire surface of the front panel 51 may be used as the display window 51a without forming the pattern forming region 51b on the front panel 51. In this case, a pattern is not formed on the display board 53 or the display board 53 may be omitted. Note that various lamps arranged on the back side of the display plate 53, electric circuits for operating various display units, and the like are not shown.

  The transparent liquid crystal panel 54 is formed by sealing liquid crystal in a gap between a transparent substrate such as a glass plate on which a thin film transistor layer is formed and a transparent substrate facing the transparent substrate. The display mode of the transparent liquid crystal panel 54 is set to normally white. The normally white is a configuration in which white display is performed (light transmitted to the display surface side is visible from the outside) in a state where the liquid crystal is not driven. By adopting a normally white transparent liquid crystal panel 54, even if there is a situation where the liquid crystal cannot be driven, the identification information such as symbols displayed on the reels 3L, 3C, 3R The variable display and the stop display can be visually recognized, and the game can be continued. That is, even when such a situation occurs, it is possible to play a game centering on the variable display mode and stop display mode of the identification information (for example, symbols) displayed on the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R.

  The light guide plate 55 is used to guide the light from the fluorescent lamps 57a and 57b to the transparent liquid crystal panel 54 (illuminate the transparent liquid crystal panel 54), and is provided on the back side of the transparent liquid crystal panel 54. It is composed of a transparent member (having a light guiding function) such as an acrylic resin having a thickness.

  The reflective film 56 is, for example, a white polyester film or an aluminum thin film formed with a silver vapor deposition film, and reflects the light introduced into the light guide plate 35 toward the front side of the light guide plate 55. The reflective film 56 includes a reflective area 56A and a non-reflective area (transmissive area) 56B.

  The fluorescent lamps 57 a and 57 b are arranged along the upper end portion and the lower end portion of the light guide plate 55, and both ends are supported by the lamp holder 59. The light emitted from the fluorescent lamps 57 a and 57 b is reflected by the reflection area 56 </ b> A of the reflection film 56 to illuminate the transparent liquid crystal panel 54.

  The fluorescent lamps 58a and 58b are disposed toward the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R at an upper position and a lower position on the back side of the reflection film 56, respectively. The light coming out of the fluorescent lamps 58a and 58b, reflected by the surfaces of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R and incident on the non-reflective area 56B illuminates the transparent liquid crystal panel 54.

  As described above, in the liquid crystal display device 5, the light irradiated from the fluorescent lamps 57a and 57b and reflected by the reflection area 56A of the reflective film 56 and the light irradiated from the fluorescent lamps 58a and 58b, the surface of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R. The light reflected and incident on the non-reflective region 56B illuminates the transparent liquid crystal panel 54. Therefore, the region of the liquid crystal display device 5 corresponding to the non-reflective region 56B of the reflective film 56 is a region that switches to a transparent / non-transparent state depending on whether or not the liquid crystal is driven. The reflective region 56A of the reflective film 56 The region of the liquid crystal display device corresponding to is in a non-transparent state regardless of whether or not the liquid crystal is driven.

  In the gaming machine 200, only a part of the area of the liquid crystal display device 5 is an area that switches to a transparent / non-transparent state. However, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the display screen of the liquid crystal display device is entirely transparent. / A region that switches to a non-transparent state may be used. In this case, in the gaming machine 200, when the entire area of the liquid crystal display device 5 is an area that switches to the transmissive state or the non-transmissive state, the reflective film 56 may be all the non-reflective area 56B or the reflective film 56 may be omitted. .

(Electric configuration of gaming machine: main control circuit)
As shown in FIG. 5, the operation of the gaming machine 200 is controlled by a main control circuit 71 provided on the main board and a sub control circuit 72 provided on the sub board. The main control circuit 71 includes a microcomputer 30 disposed on a circuit board as a main component, and is added with a circuit for random number sampling. The microcomputer 30 includes a CPU 31 that performs a control operation according to a preset program, and a ROM 32 and a RAM 33 that are main board side storage means.

  Connected to the CPU 31 are a clock pulse generation circuit 34 and a frequency divider 35 for generating a reference clock pulse, and a random number generator 36 and a sampling circuit 37 for generating a random number to be sampled. The random number generator 36 generates random numbers belonging to a certain numerical range. The sampling circuit 37 samples one random number at an appropriate timing after the start lever 6 is operated. The CPU 31 determines an internal winning combination based on the random numbers sampled by the random number generator 36 and the sampling circuit 37 and the probability lottery table stored in the ROM 32.

  As a means for random number sampling, random number sampling may be executed in the microcomputer 30, that is, on the operation program of the CPU 31. In that case, the random number generator 36 and the sampling circuit 37 can be omitted, or can be left as a backup for the random number sampling operation.

  The main actuators whose operation is controlled by the control signal from the microcomputer 30 include various lamps (BET lamps 9a, 9b, 9c, WIN lamp 17, medal insertion lamp 24, game start display lamp 25), The above-mentioned hopper (drive for payout) which stores a display unit (payout number display unit 18, credit display unit 19, bonus number display unit 20) and medal and pays out a predetermined number of medals according to a command from the hopper drive circuit 41. 40) and stepping motors 49L, 49C, and 49R that rotationally drive the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R.

  Furthermore, a motor drive circuit 39 that drives and controls the stepping motors 49L, 49C, and 49R, a hopper drive circuit 41 that drives and controls the hopper 40, a lamp drive circuit 45 that drives and controls various lamps, and a display unit that drives and controls various display units A drive circuit 48 is connected to the output unit of the CPU 31 via the I / O port 38. Each of these drive circuits receives a control signal such as a drive command output from the CPU 31, and controls the operation of each actuator.

  The main control circuit 71 is connected to input signal generating means for generating an input signal necessary for generating a control command. Main input signal generating means include a start switch 6S, a 1-BET switch 11S, a maximum BET switch 12S, a C / P switch 14S, a inserted medal sensor 22S, a reel stop signal circuit 46, a reel position detection circuit 47, and a payout completion signal. There is a circuit 44. These are also connected to the CPU 31 via the I / O port 38.

  The start switch 6S detects the operation of the start lever 6. The 1-BET switch 11S, the maximum BET switch 12S, and the C / P switch 14S detect operations of the 1-BET button 11, the maximum BET button 12, and the C / P button 14, respectively. The inserted medal sensor 22 </ b> S detects a medal inserted into the medal slot 22. The reel stop signal circuit 46 generates a stop signal in accordance with the operation of each stop button 7L, 7C, 7R. The reel position detection circuit 47 receives the pulse signal from the reel rotation sensor and supplies a signal for detecting the position of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R to the CPU 31. The payout completion signal circuit 44 generates a signal for detecting completion of the medal payout when the count value of the medal detection unit 40S (the number of medals paid out from the hopper 40) reaches the designated number data.

  Various information is temporarily stored in the RAM 33 of the main control circuit 71. For example, the number of inserted medals, the number of medals being executed, the number of medals paid out, and game history data such as points to be described later acquired in “BB general gaming state” and the like are stored. On the other hand, in the ROM 32 of the main control circuit 71, a probability lottery table used for determination of random number sampling performed every time the start lever 6 is operated (start operation), and the reel stop mode are determined according to the operation of the stop button. For example, various data tables such as stop table groups, unique identification numbers assigned to each gaming machine, various control commands (commands) to be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72, and the like are stored.

(Electric configuration of gaming machine 200: sub-control circuit)
The main control circuit 71 is connected to the sub control circuit 72 so that commands and information can be output in one direction. As shown in FIG. 6, the sub control circuit 72 controls the display of the liquid crystal display device 5 based on the control command (command) from the main control circuit 71, the sound from the speakers 21 </ b> L and 21 </ b> R, and the light from the LED lamp 29. Perform output control. The sub-control circuit 72 is configured on a sub-board different from the main board constituting the main control circuit 71, and includes a microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as “sub-microcomputer”) 73 as a main component, and the liquid crystal display device 5. An image control circuit 81 as a display control means, a sound source IC 78 for controlling sound output from the speakers 21L and 21R, a power amplifier 79 as an amplifier, an LED drive circuit 77 for driving an LED lamp 29, and a CCD camera 26 are controlled. An imaging control circuit 80 is provided.

  The sub microcomputer 73 includes a sub CPU 74 that performs a control operation in accordance with a control command transmitted from the main control circuit 71, a program ROM 75 serving as a sub board-side storage unit, and a work RAM 76. The sub control circuit 72 does not include a clock pulse generation circuit, a frequency divider, a random number generator, and a sampling circuit, but is configured to execute random number sampling on the operation program of the sub CPU 74. The program ROM 75 stores a control program such as a processing routine shown in FIG. The work RAM 76 is configured as a temporary storage unit when the control program is executed by the sub CPU 74.

  The imaging control circuit 80 is connected to the CCD camera 26 and the imaging button 27. When the imaging button 27 is operated, the imaging control circuit 80 controls the CCD camera 26 to capture an image of the player and generate player face image data. Specifically, the CCD camera 26 images light on a CCD image sensor and converts it into an electrical signal. The electrical signal obtained from the CCD camera 26 is sampled by a sampling circuit (not shown) and further quantized by an A / D converter (not shown) to become digital data. This digital data is taken into the imaging circuit 80 as needed. Then, at the timing when the imaging button 27 is operated, the player's face image information is extracted from the digital data to generate face image data. The face image data is stored in the work RAM 76.

  Note that the timing at which the player's face image data is generated may be the timing at which the player sits in front of the gaming machine 200 by providing a sensor or the like.

  The image control circuit 81 includes an image control IC 82, an image control work RAM 83, an image ROM 86, and a video RAM 87. The image control IC 82 determines the display contents on the liquid crystal display device 5 according to the image control program based on the parameters set by the sub microcomputer 73. The image control work RAM 83 is configured as temporary storage means (buffer) when the image control program is executed by the image control IC 82. The image ROM 86 stores dot data for forming an image. The video RAM 87 is configured as a temporary storage unit when the image control IC 82 forms an image. The LED drive circuit 77 controls the LED lamp 29 based on a control command from the sub CPU 74. The sound source IC 78 can control the power amplifier 79 and adjust the volume of the speakers 21L and 21R.

  Further, an external concentrated terminal board 90 is connected to the sub-control circuit 72 to enable data communication with the hall computer 100. The sub control circuit 72 transmits the face image data stored in the work RAM 76, the game history data received from the main control circuit 71, etc. to the hall computer 100 via the external concentration terminal board 90, From the computer 100, an effect signal including effect contents (video effect, audio effect, etc.) executed by the liquid crystal display device 5 or the like is received.

  In the present embodiment, the face image data and the game history data are transmitted to the hall computer 100 every time a predetermined number of unit games are consumed after the imaging button 27 is operated and the face image data is generated. Shall be. More specifically, the data is transmitted to the hall computer 100 when the unit game is completed a predetermined number of times, for example, “10 times” after the imaging button 27 is operated. Then, when the predetermined number of unit games are completed, data is transmitted to the hall computer 100.

(Notification frequency determination table)
Here, the notification frequency determination table stored in the program ROM 75 will be described with reference to FIG. As will be described in detail later, in the chance game state, a notification effect for navigating so as not to win the “cherry small part” which is the end condition of the chance game state is performed. Specifically, in the chance gaming state, when “Cherry” is won internally, an image as shown in FIG. 15 is displayed, and the player navigates a stop operation aiming at “Watermelon” on the right reel. By doing so, it is possible to prevent “Cherry” from stopping on the active line and winning from the “Cherry small role”. The number of times of performing the notification effect is determined by the number of points acquired in the “BB general gaming state” and the “RB gaming state”. The notification frequency determination table is referred to when determining the number of times of performing the notification effect.

  The notification frequency determination table has an acquisition pt column and a notification frequency column. The acquisition pt field stores the number of points, and the notification number field stores the number of notifications corresponding to the number of points. For example, when the acquired pt is “1-3” pt, the notification effect of navigating so as not to win the “cherry small role” in the “chance gaming state” is performed five times. When the acquisition pt is “10 to 14” pt, the notification effect is performed 20 times. That is, the greater the number of acquisition pt, the greater the number of times that the notification effect is performed.

(Game state)
The gaming machine 200 configured as described above causes four types of gaming states to appear, which are “general gaming state”, “RB gaming state”, “BB general gaming state”, and “chance gaming state”. Each of these “four types” of game states basically includes the types of roles that may be won internally, the probability of internally winning replays, the types of bonuses that can be established, and internal winnings. It is distinguished by the relationship with winning a prize.

  The “general gaming state” basically means a gaming state in which an expected value of a so-called “participation rate” (a valuable value given to a player with respect to a unit valuable value bet on a game) is smaller than “1”. This is a gaming state that is most disadvantageous for the player as compared to other gaming states.

  The “BB general gaming state” is generated when the BB is won internally and the BB is won in the “general gaming state” or the “chance gaming state”. The BB winning is established by arranging “red 7-red 7-red 7” or “blue 7-blue 7-blue 7” along the active line in the “general gaming state”. The “BB general gaming state” ends when 30 small-games or 3 RBs (regular bonus) are consumed. The “BB general gaming state” may be ended when the payout of a predetermined number of medals is completed.

  The “RB gaming state” has a higher expected value of the payout rate than the “general gaming state”, and is the most advantageous gaming state for the player as compared to other gaming states. The “RB gaming state” occurs when an RB (regular bonus) is won in the “general gaming state”, “chance gaming state”, or “BB general gaming state”. The RB winning is established by arranging “red 7-red 7-blue 7” along the active line in the general gaming state or the BB general gaming state. The establishment of RB winning in the “BB general gaming state” is generally referred to as “JACIN”, and the subsequent game is referred to as “JAC game”. The transition between the game states is performed when a combination of bonus symbols is displayed on the winning line.

  The “chance game state” is a game state that occurs after the “BB general game state” or the “RB game state”. In the “chance game state”, the probability of winning a replay where the next game can be performed without inserting a medal is higher than in the “general game state”. That is, in the “chance game state”, the possibility that a game can be performed without reducing the number of medals is higher than in the “general game state”, so that the number of medals can be increased little by little. Further, the “chance game state” is ended when winning the “cherry small role” and shifts to the “general game state”.

  As will be described in detail later, the player can earn points when winning the “cherry small part” in the “BB general gaming state” and the “RB gaming state”. Further, in the “chance game state”, a notification effect is executed in which the player navigates so as not to win the “cherry small role”. Then, as described with reference to FIG. 7, this notification effect is executed a number of times corresponding to the acquired number of points. In other words, if the player gains more points in the “BB general gaming state” or the like, it is highly possible that the player can avoid winning the “cherry small part” in the “chance gaming state”. There is a possibility that the game can be played for a long time in the “chance game state” and the chance to enter the bonus can be maintained without reducing the medals.

(Pattern combination and number of payouts)
Next, a description will be given of the relationship between the gaming state, the symbol combination indicating the winning and the number of medals paid out. In the general gaming state, “BB”, “RB”, “Replay”, “Watermelon Minor”, “Bell Minor”, “Cherry Minor” and “Plum Minor” There is a possibility of winning a prize. “BB” is established by arranging “red 7-red 7-red 7” or “blue 7-blue 7-blue 7” along the effective line. “RB” is established by arranging “red 7-red 7-blue 7” along the active line. The payout number of these medals is “0”. Further, “replay” is established by arranging “Replay-Replay-Replay”. When a re-game winning is established, the same number of medals as the number of inserted medals are automatically inserted, so that the player can play the next game without consuming the medals. In the case of watermelon, bell, cherry, and plum small roles, six, ten, six, and six medals are paid out, respectively.

  In the BB general gaming state, there is a possibility of winning “RB”, “Watermelon Minor”, “Bell Minor”, “Cherry Minor” and “Plum Minor”. In the RB gaming state, there is a possibility of winning a small role of “re-game”, “watermelon”, “bell”, “cherry”, and “plum”. In the case of watermelon, bell, cherry, and plum small roles, six, ten, six, and six medals are paid out, respectively.

(Hall computer 100)
Next, the hall computer 100 constituting the gaming machine 200 and the gaming system 1 will be described. The hall computer 100 is connected to a plurality of gaming machines 200 via the Internet 101 so that data communication is possible. As shown in FIG. 1, the hall computer 100 includes at least a CPU 110, a ROM 120, a RAM 130, a communication device 140, and a large-capacity storage device 150.

  The CPU 110 executes a program stored in the ROM 120 to receive and store a communication function for connecting to each gaming machine 200 so that data communication is possible, and face image data and gaming history data from each gaming machine 200. A player management function for managing the game, an effect determining function for determining an effect to be executed by each gaming machine, and the like. These functions will be described together with a processing routine shown in FIG.

  The ROM 120 stores a program such as a processing routine executed by the CPU 110, a data table shown in FIG. 8 and FIG. 9 that is referred to when the program is executed, and the like. The RAM 120 temporarily stores data used in processing routines and the like. The communication device 140 enables communication with the gaming machine 200 and the mobile phone 300 via the Internet 101. The mass storage device 150 is a hard disk device or the like, and has a table storage area for storing various data tables.

(Player management table)
Next, the player management table stored in the storage device 150 will be described. The player management table is a table for managing each player based on the face image data. As shown in FIG. 8, the player's face image data transmitted from the gaming machine 200, the identification number of the gaming machine, And game history data (game state, medal payout number, acquired pt). Note that the player data identification number and game history data can be rewritten, and can be rewritten according to data received from the gaming machine 200. Then, by referring to this player management table, it is possible to identify the gaming machine 200 in which the player is currently playing from the identification number, or to determine the number of medals to be paid out, that is, the medals acquired by the player so far It is used when grasping the number of sheets.

(Direction decision table)
Next, the effect determination table stored in the ROM 12 will be described with reference to FIG. The effect determination table is a table that is referred to when determining the effect based on each player's acquisition pt and medal payout number. The effect determination table is composed of acquired pt, medal payout number, and effect pattern. Then, the effect pattern is determined by the acquired pt of each player and the number of medals paid out. For example, when the acquisition pt of a certain player is “5” and the payout number is “140”, the effect pattern 2 is selected with reference to the table of FIG.

(Game system operation)
Next, the operation of the gaming system 1 will be described through the individual operations in the hall computer 100 and the gaming machine 200 in the above configuration.

(Operation of the gaming machine 200)
First, the operation of the gaming machine 200 will be described with reference to flowcharts of processing routines shown in FIGS.

(Operation of the main control circuit 71)
The flowchart of the main routine in FIG. 10 shows the control operation of the CPU 31 of the main control circuit 71. First, the CPU 31 performs initialization at the start of the game (A1). Specifically, initialization of the storage contents of the RAM 33, initialization of communication data, and the like are performed. Subsequently, the predetermined stored contents of the RAM 33 at the end of the game are erased (A2). Specifically, the data in the writable area of the RAM 33 used for the previous game is erased, the parameters necessary for the next game are written in the write area of the RAM 33, the start address of the sequence program for the next game, etc. I do. Next, the CPU 31 stands by until there is an input from the inserted medal sensor 22S or the BET switches 11S and 12S (A3). Thereafter, a medal insertion signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72, and it is determined whether or not the start switch 6S is turned on by operating the start lever 6 (A4).

  When the start switch 6S is not turned on (A4: NO), the process waits for input by repeating A4. When the start switch 6S is turned on (A4: YES), the game start signal is sub-controlled. Along with transmitting to the circuit 72, a random number for lottery is extracted (A5). And the game state in this game is confirmed by performing a game state monitoring process (A6). That is, the game state of the current game is set to any one of the BB general game state, the RB game state, the chance game state, and the general game state.

  Then, a probability lottery process is performed (A7), and an internal winning combination is determined. Subsequently, stop table group selection processing is executed (A8). Specifically, a specific stop table group is selected using the type of internal winning combination. The stop table group is used when the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are stopped in A10 later. Here, a game information signal including information related to the internal winning combination, gaming state, stop table group, and symbol corresponding to the internal winning combination is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72. Subsequently, a reel rotation process is performed (A9). Specifically, the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are rotated, and when a predetermined speed (for example, constant speed rotation) is reached, a reel stop permission signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72. The reel stop permission signal includes a detection signal that is detected when the symbol corresponding to the internal winning combination is positioned on the effective line (specifically, the center line 8c) after the predetermined speed is reached. included.

  Next, a reel rotation stop process is executed (A10). That is, the sliding frame number determination process for determining the number of sliding frames is performed at the timing when any one of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R is operated or when the value of the automatic stop timer becomes “0”. Specifically, the number of sliding symbols is determined based on the stop table, stop operation position, and stop control position determined (selected) in A9. “The number of sliding symbols” is the number of symbols that move until the reel stops after the stop button is operated (shows the amount of movement (movement distance) of the symbol until the reel stops) . In the present embodiment, the “slip frame number” is “0”. That is, the reels are stopped simultaneously with the operation of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R. Subsequently, the reel corresponding to the stop button for which the stop operation has been performed is rotated by the number of sliding frames and then stopped. Note that a reel stop signal (left, middle, right) is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72 every time the stop button 7L, 7C, 7R is operated and the corresponding reel stops. Further, when all reels are stopped, an all reel stop signal is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72.

  Next, the CPU 31 makes a winning determination (A11). In the winning determination, a winning combination (a winning combination) is identified based on a stop pattern of nine symbols of the reel that can be visually recognized through the transmissive liquid crystal panel 54. Specifically, a winning combination is identified based on a code number of symbols arranged along the center line 8c and a winning determination table. Then, the winning signal is transmitted to the sub control circuit 72. Thereafter, the acquired medal is credited or paid out (A12). Specifically, when a medal is acquired by winning, the payout number display unit 18 displays the acquired number of medals. Then, by switching the C / P button 14 by the player, it is possible to select whether to credit the acquired medal into the gaming machine 200 or pay out the medal from the medal payout exit 15. The credited medal can bet by pressing the BET buttons 11 and 12 in the next game.

  Next, a game state transition process is executed (A13). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 11, first, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is “BB general gaming state” or “RB gaming state” (B1). If the gaming state is not “BB general gaming state” or “RB gaming state” (B1: NO), it is next determined whether or not the current gaming state is “chance gaming state” (B2). When the current gaming state is not the chance gaming state (B2: NO), the process returns to A2 in FIG.

  When the current gaming state is the chance gaming state (B2: YES), it is determined whether or not the “cherry small role” is won as a result of the determination performed in A11 of FIG. 10 (B3). When winning the “cherry small part” (B3: YES), a chance end signal is output to the sub-control circuit 72, and a game state transition process is performed (B4). That is, the gaming state in the next game is a general gaming state. Thereafter, the process returns to A2 of FIG.

  If the “Cherry small role” has not been won (B3: NO), it is determined whether or not the bonus (BB, RB) has been won as a result of the determination made in A11 of FIG. 10 (B5). When a bonus is won (B5: YES), a bonus start signal is output to the sub-control circuit 72, and a game state transition process is performed (B6). That is, the gaming state in the next game is the BB general gaming state or the RB gaming state. Thereafter, the process returns to A2 of FIG. If the bonus has not been won (B5: NO), the process returns to A2 in FIG.

  In B1, when the current game state is “BB general game state” or “RB game state” (B1: YES), “game number check process” of bonus (BB, RB) is performed (B7). In this “game number check process”, the number of times the RB gaming state has occurred, the number of games in the BB general gaming state, the number of winnings in the RB gaming state, and the number of games in the RB gaming state are checked, and the BB general gaming state and RB Transition (set) of gaming state between gaming states is performed.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the bonus is over (B8). Specifically, after the BB winning is established, whether the number of wins is 8 or the number of games is 12 in the third RB gaming state, or is the number of games is 30 in the BB general gaming state Determine whether or not. In addition, after “RB7-Red 7-Blue 7” is arranged along the active line, after the RB winning is established, whether or not the number of winnings is 8 times or the number of games is 12 times in the RB gaming state. Is determined. As a result, when it is determined that the bonus is not finished (B8: NO), the process returns to A2. On the other hand, if it is determined that the bonus is over (B8: YES), a bonus end signal is output to the sub-control circuit 72 to perform a game state transition process (B9). That is, the gaming state of the next game is a chance gaming state. Thereafter, the process returns to A2 of FIG.

(Point grant processing)
Further, the CPU 31 of the main control circuit 71 executes a processing routine shown in FIG. 12 in parallel with the main routine. First, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is “BB general gaming state” or “RB gaming state” (C1). When the gaming state is not “BB general gaming state” or “RB gaming state” (C1: NO), this routine is terminated. When the gaming state is “BB general gaming state” or “RB gaming state” (C1: YES), it waits until the unit game is completed, and determines whether or not “Cherry small part” is won (C2). ). When winning the “cherry small part” (C2: YES), point grant processing is performed (C3). Specifically, the points stored in the RAM 33 are acquired, “1” is added, and the points are stored in the RAM 33 again. At this time, a message or the like indicating that points have been acquired may be displayed on the liquid crystal display device 5 or the like. Then, this routine ends. If the “Cherry small part” has not been won (C2: NO), this routine ends.

(Operation of sub control circuit)
Next, the control operation of the sub-control circuit 72 will be described with reference to the flowchart of the processing routine shown in FIG.

  First, it is determined whether or not the imaging button 27 has been operated (D1). If it is not operated (D1: NO), it waits until it is operated. If the operation button 27 is operated (D1: YES), the player's face image data is generated from the imaging result of the CCD camera 26 (D2). Next, it is determined whether or not a predetermined number of games have been completed since the imaging button 27 was operated (D3).

  If the predetermined number of games have been completed (D3: YES), the face image data and the game history data are transmitted to the hall computer 100. And it transfers to D5. On the other hand, if the predetermined number of games have not ended (D3: NO), the process proceeds to D5. Specifically, when the “10 times” unit game is ended after the imaging button 27 is operated, the face image data and the game history data are transmitted to the hall computer 100. Further, when the “10 times” unit game is completed, the face image data and the game history data are transmitted to the hall computer 100. Thus, the face image data and the game history data are transmitted to the hall computer 100 at regular intervals.

  In D5, it is determined whether or not an effect signal has been received from the hall computer 100 (D5). When the effect signal is received (D5: YES), the effect is executed based on the effect signal (D6). At this time, even when another effect is being executed, when an effect signal is received from the hall computer 100, the effect based on the effect signal is preferentially executed. If not received, the process returns to D3 and the above operation is repeated.

  The timing of transmitting each data to the hall computer 100 may be transmitted every time the game history data is updated, more specifically, after the end of the unit game.

(Hall computer operation)
Next, the control operation in the hall computer 100 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG.

  First, the CPU 110 determines whether face image data and game history data have been received from the gaming machine 200 (E1). If not received (E1: NO), this routine is terminated. When face image data and game history data are received (E1: YES), the player management table shown in FIG. 8 is updated (E2). Specifically, when the received face image data already exists in the player management table, the identification number and game history data of the gaming machine 200 stored in association with the face image data are updated. When the received face image data does not exist in the player management table, the face image data, the identification number, and the game history data are newly stored.

  Next, an effect pattern is selected (E3). Specifically, game history data corresponding to the received face image data is acquired from the updated player management table. And an effect pattern is determined based on the game history data and the table shown in FIG. When the effect pattern is determined, an effect signal including the effect pattern is transmitted to the gaming machine 200 having the identification number corresponding to the received face image data (E4). Then, this routine ends.

(Outline of this embodiment)
As described above, according to the present embodiment, the imaging means (CCD camera 26 or the like) for imaging the player, and the player's face area or specific part is extracted based on the imaging result of the imaging means. Player image data generating means (sub-microcomputer 73, image control circuit 80, etc.) for generating player image data (face image data, etc.), and an external device (hall computer 100, etc.) for managing game history data for each player Connection means (external concentration terminal board 90, etc.) for connecting to the data communication device, and player image data transmission means (sub control circuit 72, external concentration) for transmitting the generated player image data to an external device at a predetermined timing. Terminal board 90 and the like, and receiving means (sub-control circuit 72, sub-control circuit 72, etc.) for receiving an effect signal transmitted from the external device based on the game history data corresponding to the received player image data. Effect data storage means (sub-control circuit 72, program ROM 75, image ROM 86, etc.) for storing effect data, and an effect of acquiring effect data from the effect data storage means in accordance with the effect signal. Data acquisition means (sub-control circuit 72, program ROM 75, etc.) and effect execution means (sub-control circuit 72, program ROM 75, liquid crystal display device 5, speakers 21L, 21R, etc.) that execute effects based on the acquired effect data It is set as the structure provided with.

  According to this configuration, player image data specifying a player is transmitted to the external device, and the effect data is acquired according to the effect signal based on the game history data transmitted from the external device. That is, in the external device, player image data for specifying a player and game history data are managed, and an effect to be executed by the gaming machine is determined based on the game history data. Then, the gaming machine can execute effects based on the game history data of each player by transmitting the player image data to the external device. Thereby, a player can enjoy an effect based on his / her own game history data, and can possibly enjoy a game with an effect different from that of other players.

  Further, since the game history data of each player is managed by an external device, the player can take over the game history data up to now even with different gaming machines. Furthermore, since the player is specified by the player image data generated by being imaged, the player does not need to memorize the ID code or own the ID card, thereby saving the player's trouble. Will be able to.

  In addition, the present embodiment further includes player image data storage means (work RAM 76, imaging control circuit 80, etc.) for storing player image data, and the effect execution means includes effect data and player image data. A combined effect is executed (for example, a notification effect shown in FIG. 15).

  According to this configuration, since player image data that differs for each player is used for the effect to be executed, the player may be able to enjoy an effect that other players do not have.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, game history data storage means (such as RAM 33) for storing game history data, data update means (such as CPU 31) for sequentially updating game history data, and game history data are updated. In addition to the player image data, the game history data transmission means (sub control circuit 72, external concentration terminal board 90, etc.) for transmitting the updated game history data to an external device is further provided.

  According to this configuration, when the game history data is updated, the game history data is transmitted to the external device. Therefore, the external device always manages the latest game history data.

  In this case, according to the present invention, game enabling means (CPU 31, insert medal sensor 22S, etc.) that enables a game by betting on a game medium (medals etc.) and symbol change display means (reels 3L and 3C) that display a plurality of symbols in a variable manner. 3R, CPU31, etc.), symbol stop means for stopping a plurality of symbols to be variably displayed by the player's operation (and stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R, CPU31, etc.), and based on the result of the plurality of symbols being stopped The winning combination determining means (CPU 31 or the like) for determining the winning combination, the valuable value paying means (hopper 40, CPU 31 or the like) for paying out the valuable value (medal etc.) based on the winning combination, and the game state is a general game. When the winning combination is a special combination (BB, RB, etc.) in a specific gaming state (chance gaming state, etc.) in which the amount of game media consumed can be less than the state or general gaming state And a special gaming state transition means (CPU 31 or the like) for setting the gaming state to a special gaming state (BB general gaming state, RB gaming state, etc.) having a higher probability of value being paid out than the general gaming state and the specific gaming state. In the special gaming state, point granting means (CPU 31 etc.) for giving points to the player when a predetermined condition is established (cherry winning etc.), point storage means (RAM 33 etc.) for storing the given points, and the end of the special gaming state After that, the specific game state transition means (CPU 31 or the like) for setting the game state to the specific game state, and when a predetermined winning combination (cherry small role or the like) is determined in the specific game state, the game state is set to the general game state. The specific game state ending means (such as the CPU 31) that performs the game, and in the specific game state, based on the points, play Navigation means (CPU 31, sub-control circuit 72, liquid crystal display device 5, etc.) for navigating a person, and the game history data is configured to be points stored in the point storage means and gaming state. Yes.

  According to this configuration, in order to prevent the transition from the special gaming state where there is a possibility of acquiring more valuable value or the specific gaming state where the consumption of gaming media can be suppressed, the acquired points are not changed to the general gaming state. It is stored in an external device. Thereby, the player can carry over the points acquired at the corner to another gaming machine.

  In another aspect, the present embodiment is a gaming system 1 including an external device (such as the hall computer 100) that manages game history data for each player and a gaming machine 200 that is connected to the external device so as to be able to perform data communication. The gaming machine has an imaging means (CCD camera 26 or the like) for imaging the player, and a player who extracts the player's face area or specific part based on the imaging result of the imaging means and generates player image data Image data generating means (CPU 31 and the like), data transmitting means (sub control circuit 72, external concentrated terminal board 90 and the like) for transmitting the generated player image data to the external device at a predetermined timing, and the external device. Signal receiving means (sub control circuit 72, external concentration terminal board 90, etc.) for receiving the production signal and production data storage means (program ROM 75) for storing the production data Image ROM 86, etc.), effect data acquisition means (sub CPU 74, etc.) for obtaining effect data from the effect data storage means in accordance with the effect signal, and effect execution means (submicro) for executing effects based on the acquired effect data. Computer 73, sub CPU 74, liquid crystal display device 5, speakers 21L and 21R, etc., and the external device stores data storage means (storage device 150 etc.) for storing game history data for each player, and player image data. Based on the acquired game history data, the player image data receiving means (such as the communication device 140), the game history data acquiring means (such as the CPU 110) that acquires the game history data corresponding to the received player image data, and the like. Determining means (CPU 110 and the like) for determining the effect pattern for determining the effect pattern, and the determined effect pattern Based on, it is an effect signal signal transmitting means (CPU 110, the communication device 140, etc.) to be transmitted to the gaming machine configuration and a.

(Modification of this embodiment)
The embodiments of the present invention have been described above, but only specific examples have been illustrated, and the present invention is not particularly limited. Specific configurations and the like can be appropriately changed in design. Further, the actions and effects described in the embodiments of the invention only list the most preferable actions and effects resulting from the present invention, and the actions and effects according to the present invention are described in the embodiments of the present invention. It is not limited to what was done.

  The gaming machine of this embodiment may include the following configuration in addition to or in duplicate with the configuration in the above-described embodiment.

  That is, the gaming machine has a game value providing means for providing a player with a game value when a predetermined game result is displayed, and an internal winning combination for determining a predetermined combination as an internal winning combination based on a game start command signal. Specific to the determination means, the stop control means for displaying the winning mode on the variation display means based on the internal winning combination, the effect display control means for displaying the effect mode related to the game on the effect display means, and the game result display means Before the game result is displayed, the notice display control means for displaying the notice mode on the notice display means that the specific game result may be displayed, and the specific game result is displayed on the game result display means. Prior to display, a notice display control means for displaying a notice mode on the notice display means that a specific game result is displayed, a display control means for controlling display of the game result display means, and a game result display means Is a display stop command means provided at a position where the player can operate to output a stop command signal for stopping the variable display of part or all of the variable display means, and an internal winning combination determining means for a predetermined unit game. Internal winning combination carry-over means to carry over a specific combination determined as an internal winning combination as an internal winning combination in the next unit game, and a specific to store and store a specific combination determined by the internal winning combination determination means as an internal winning combination There may be provided at least one combination accumulating unit and at least one accumulated specific combination winning unit that uses a specific combination stored and stored by the specific combination storing unit as an internal winning combination.

  Here, the above-mentioned “game result display means” includes a change display means, an effect display means, a notice display means, and the like. They may be separate display devices, or may be predetermined display units (sprites, 3D objects having different depths) provided in a single display device. Further, they may be displayed in an overlapping manner. Furthermore, one or more sounds, 1 or more lights, 1 or more colors, 1 or more images, 1 or more odors, etc., one or more feels (vibration, pressure) The player may be notified by a plurality or all of them.

  The “game value giving means” includes advantageous state generating means such as a program for giving (paying out) game values (coins), and also includes payout of award media, recording on a magnetic card, and game score addition.

  The “display control means” includes a stop control means, an effect display control means, a notification display control means, and the like. It may be provided on a single substrate, may be provided on a plurality of separate substrates, or the stop control means may be provided on the same substrate as the internal winning combination determining means. Furthermore, the effect display control means and the notification display control means may be provided on a separate board from the internal winning combination determining means. (It may be a separate body.)

  The “variable display means” displays a still image, a moving image, and the like, and is composed of one or a plurality of symbol display units that display a moving display using a reel or a disk, and variably display or stop a plurality of types of symbols. . For example, a pachislot machine or video slot symbol, a pachinko special symbol, a sound diagram, a judgment symbol, or the like is displayed. Moreover, what is necessary is just to display a specific winning mode as a game result.

  The “display stop command means” may output a signal for stopping one, a plurality, or all of the variable display, such as an effect display means, a fluctuation display means, a notice display means, etc. One may be provided corresponding to the part (the display part is a symbol display part or the like). Alternatively, a plurality of display units may be provided corresponding to one display unit (the display unit is a symbol display unit or the like).

  The “advantageous state generating means” may be anything as long as it continues to be advantageous to the player during a plurality of game units. For example, a program for performing generation determination, continuation determination, midway end determination, generation, continuation, end, and the like. The “internal winning combination determining means” includes an internal winning combination lottery means, an internal winning combination carry over means, a specific combination accumulating means, an accumulated specific combination winning means, and the like.

  In the present embodiment, the “game machine” includes a pachinko machine, a pachislot machine, a video slot, and the like. The “game result” includes a winning mode, a losing mode, a production mode, a notification mode, and the like. The “specific winning mode” includes a specific symbol display (“3”, “7”, etc.), a specific symbol combination display (“777”, “776”, etc.), and a specific symbol among a plurality of symbols. Contains (single cherry, continuous cherry, etc.).

  The “disappearance mode” includes modes other than the winning mode displayed on the variation display means, the production mode, the notification mode, and the like. The “predetermined game result” includes a winning mode and the like. “Direction mode” is a mode in which waiting for customers, during game, between games, winning (front, middle, rear), advantageous state (front, middle, rear), etc., or their game information (game guidance) Including the notification mode and other modes, characters such as “big hit”, “bonus”, “out”, and the number of continuations of the advantageous state are also included.

  The “notice mode” includes a mode for notifying a player that a predetermined internal winning combination or a specific internal winning combination may be determined, a mode for notifying a player, and a production mode thereof. . “Do n’t you? ","bell? ], "A big hit win? ], “Bonus winning? ], "Game procedure navigation function win? ”Etc. are also included. The “notification mode” is a mode in which the player is notified that a predetermined internal winning combination or a specific internal winning combination has been determined, or a predetermined internal winning combination or a specific internal winning combination is not determined. This includes a mode for notifying the player of this, and a production mode. “Big hit confirmed”, “Bonus confirmed”, “Outgoed confirmed”, “Bell confirmed”, “Game procedure navigation function win? ”Etc. are also included.

  “Aspect” includes one or more symbol (moving / still) images, one or more character (moving / still) images, one or more background (moving / still) images, one or more balloons (moving / still) ) Image, one or more characters, one figure, predetermined operation of one or more movable objects, etc. One or more lamps are lit, blinking, etc. One or more speaker sounds are included. “Game information” includes game concept (background), game rules, operation explanation, reach eyes, chance eyes, explanation of roles / replays, explanation of advantageous states (BB, RB, etc.), advantageous states (BB, RB, etc.) , Probability, number of games elapsed since a predetermined time (bonus, BB, RB, predetermined operation, etc.).

  The “game start command means” includes a start lever, a switch such as a spin button, a game medium input, a symbol start port (gate), and the like. The “display stop command means” includes a button, a lever, a program (time measuring means), and the like. “Design display means” includes CRT, LCD, plasma display, 7-segment display, dot matrix, lamp, LED, fluorescent lamp, EL, electronic paper, flexible LED, flexible liquid crystal, liquid crystal projector, reel, disk, movable object, etc. including. The thing with which they were provided in plural, the thing with which they were combined, etc. are included.

  The “internal winning combination” includes one or more combinations determined as an internal winning combination by the internal winning combination determining means from a plurality of combinations. The “winning combination” includes a combination in which a winning mode corresponding to the internal winning combination is displayed. “Game value” includes payout of award media (coins, medals, game balls), game result storage media (predetermined writing to a magnetic card, etc., replay, score addition, occurrence of advantageous state, etc.) (Prize medium) ”includes coins, medals, game balls, money, banknotes, magnetic cards, and the like.

  In addition, one or more of the following may be applied as a combination in a pachislot or the like. A single bonus or internal winning combination in which the probability that the small winning combination is determined to be an internal winning combination by the internal winning combination determining means is high for only one unit game (1 game). Regular bonus that determines the chance that the small role will be determined as an internal winning combination only during multiple unit games, and the probability that the internal winning combination determination means determines the regular bonus as an internal winning combination only during multiple unit games An internal winning combination navigating function for notifying information regarding the big bonus having a high probability and the internal winning combination determined by the internal winning combination determining means before the operation of the display stop command means by the player. A push order navigating function for notifying information related to the stop pattern selected by the stop pattern selecting means before the player operates the display stop command means. A game procedure navigation function for notifying a game procedure that is advantageous to a player.

  For example, the internal winning combination navigating function described above is a reel stop pattern (for example, the first left reel is first notified before the left, middle, and right reel stop buttons corresponding to the left reel, middle reel, and right reel are stopped. , Then stop the middle reel, and finally stop the right reel, similarly left reel stop → right reel stop → middle reel stop pattern, middle reel stop → right reel stop → left reel stop pattern, 6 types of left reel stop → left reel stop → right reel stop pattern, right reel stop → left reel stop → middle reel stop pattern, right reel stop → middle reel stop → left reel stop pattern, etc.) In addition, a reel stop navigating function or the like in which a predetermined winning mode is obtained in the fluctuation display means by stopping the right reel stop button is included. The reel stop navigation function is a predetermined time (for example, first, second, third, etc.) without navigating the stop order of all reels (including image display means for variably displaying symbols other than reels). It also includes a navigation function for notifying the player of the reel to be stopped. In addition, the variable display means may include a predetermined winning mode when the reel is stopped in a state where a predetermined symbol is displayed on the reel to be stopped a predetermined time. Also included is a function for stopping a symbol with a minimum movement (or a substantially minimum fluctuation) from an output of a stop command signal from a display stop command means by a player, and a replay that can start a game of one unit game without inserting a game medium.

  In addition, one unit game may be applied to one of the following, for example. From the output of the game start command signal from the game start command means to the display of the game result. From the operation of the start lever until the game result is displayed on the fluctuation display means (predetermined display means). From the operation of the start lever until a specific display (for example, specific character information, a specific character, a specific image) is displayed on a predetermined display means. It is configured to output a game start command signal when the bet button is operated by the player, or when the game medal is inserted by the player, etc., and the change display means from the operation of the bet button or the insertion of the game medal Until the game result is displayed. It is configured to output a game start command signal when the bet button is operated by the player, or when a game medal is inserted by the player, etc., and a predetermined display is made from the operation of the bet button or insertion of the game medal. Until a specific display is displayed on the means. From the time when the symbol starting means for outputting the game start command signal detects winning or passing of a game medium (for example, a game ball) until the game result is displayed on the fluctuation display means (predetermined display means). A specific display (for example, specific character information, specific character, specific image) is displayed on the predetermined display means after the symbol starting means for outputting the game start command signal detects winning or passing of the game medium. Until. In addition, a plurality of unit games of continuous or intermittent multiple times may be applied to the plurality of unit games.

1 is a schematic diagram of a game system according to the present embodiment. The perspective view of the game machine of an Example. The front view of the liquid crystal display device of the game machine of an Example. It is a perspective view which shows schematic structure of a liquid crystal display device. The block diagram which shows the structure of the electric circuit of an Example. The block diagram which shows the structure of the electric circuit of the sub control circuit shown in FIG. The figure which shows the notification frequency determination table. The figure which shows a player management table. The figure which shows an effect determination table. The figure which shows the flowchart of a main routine. The figure which shows the flowchart of a game state transfer process routine. The figure which shows the flowchart of a point provision process routine. The figure which shows the flowchart which shows the operation | movement content of a sub control board. The figure which shows the flowchart which shows the operation | movement content of a hall computer. The figure which shows an example of the alerting | reporting effect in a chance game state.

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Claims (5)

An imaging means for imaging a player;
Player image data generating means for extracting the player's face area or a specific part based on the imaging result of the imaging means and generating player image data;
Connection means for connecting to an external device for managing game history data for each player so that data communication is possible,
Player image data transmission means for transmitting the generated player image data to the external device at a predetermined timing;
Receiving means for receiving an effect signal transmitted by the external device based on the game history data corresponding to the received player image data;
Effect data storage means for storing effect data;
In response to the effect signal, effect data acquisition means for acquiring the effect data from the effect data storage means,
An amusement machine comprising: an effect execution means for executing an effect based on the acquired effect data. Further comprising player image data storage means for storing the player image data;
The production execution means
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein an effect that combines the effect data and the player image data is executed. Game history data storage means for storing the game history data;
Data updating means for sequentially updating the game history data;
2. The game history data transmitting means for transmitting the updated game history data to the external device together with the player image data when the game history data is updated. Or the gaming machine of 2. A playable means for making a game possible by betting game media;
A symbol variation display means for variably displaying a plurality of symbols;
A symbol stop means for stopping the plurality of symbols to be variably displayed by an operation of the player;
A winning combination determining means for determining a winning combination based on the result of the plurality of symbols being stopped;
Based on the winning combination, valuable value payout means for paying out valuable value;
In the case where the gaming state is a general gaming state, or in a specific gaming state in which the amount of consumption of the game medium can be less than the general gaming state, when the winning combination is a special role, the gaming state is changed to the general gaming state and A special gaming state transition means for setting a special gaming state with a higher probability of paying out the value than the specific gaming state;
In the special gaming state, point granting means for granting points to the player when a predetermined condition is established;
Point storage means for storing the given points;
Specific game state transition means for setting the game state to the specific game state after the end of the special game state;
In the specific gaming state, when a predetermined winning combination is determined, specific gaming state ending means for setting the gaming state to the general gaming state;
Navigating means for navigating the player so as not to be the predetermined winning combination based on the points in the specific gaming state,
The game history data is
4. The gaming machine according to claim 3, wherein the gaming machine is a point stored in the point storage means and the gaming state. In a gaming system comprising an external device that manages game history data for each player, and a gaming machine that is connected to the external device for data communication,
The gaming machine is
An imaging means for imaging a player;
Player image data generating means for extracting the player's face area or a specific part based on the imaging result of the imaging means and generating player image data;
Data transmitting means for transmitting the generated player image data to the external device at a predetermined timing;
Signal receiving means for receiving an effect signal transmitted from the external device;
Effect data storage means for storing effect data;
In response to the effect signal, effect data acquisition means for acquiring the effect data from the effect data storage means,
Production execution means for executing the production based on the obtained production data,
The external device is
Data storage means for storing game history data for each player;
Player image data receiving means for receiving the player image data;
Game history data acquisition means for acquiring the game history data corresponding to the received player image data;
Determining means for determining an effect pattern for determining an effect pattern based on the acquired game history data;
A gaming machine system comprising: signal transmission means for transmitting the effect signal to the gaming machine based on the determined effect pattern.

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