JP2021146097A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine that is typified by a pinball game machine (pachinko machine) and a sealed type game machine and that is characterized by a decorative body.SOLUTION: A game machine 100 comprises decorative bodies 271, 272, 273 and 274 that each assume a three-dimensional shape, and a member 2753 that is provided with a plurality of screw holes 275N and 275H1-275H6. The decorative body 273 covers the screw holes 275H2-275H4, into which screws are not inserted, of the plurality of screw holes.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 30

Description

The present invention relates to a game table represented by a ball game machine (pachinko machine) and an enclosed game machine.

In pachinko machines and other game consoles, obstacles that change the direction in which the game ball falls, and a winning opening, starting opening, and variable winning opening where the game ball can win are provided in the game area of the game board. It is common. When a game ball wins a prize, the player is given a privilege such as paying out the prize ball (see, for example, Patent Document 1 and the like).

In addition, some of these game consoles are equipped with decorative objects.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2008-20302

However, in the conventional game table, there is room for improvement in the decorative body.

In view of the above circumstances, it is an object of the present invention to provide a game table having a characteristic of a decorative body.

The game console of the present invention that solves the above object is
A decorative body with a three-dimensional shape and
A member with multiple screw holes and
With
The decorative body covers the screw holes through which the screws are not inserted among the plurality of screw holes.
It is characterized by that.

According to the game console of the present invention, it is possible to realize a game console characterized by a decorative body.

It is an external perspective view of the pachinko machine 100 seen from the front side (player side). It is a rear view which looked at the pachinko machine 100 of FIG. 1 from the back side. (A) is a schematic front view of the game board 200 as viewed from the front, (b) is an enlarged view of the main control lamp board 207, and (c) is a cover plate 231 of the special 1 start chucker 23. It is a figure which shows the state which looked at the back side of a from diagonally lower right. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a state in which the lower right transparent plate 2591, the upper right transparent plate 2592, and the left transparent plate 2691 are removed from the game board 200 shown in FIG. It is a perspective view when the rotating body unit 28 is seen from the back side of the game board. It is a figure which shows the rotating body unit 28 shown in FIG. It is a figure which shows the state of the electric distribution unit 26, and the state of a rotating body unit 28. It is a figure which shows the flow of the game ball as a result of hitting left. It is a figure which shows the example of the game description displayed on the decorative symbol display device 208. It is a figure which shows another example of the game description displayed on the decorative symbol display device 208. It is a figure which shows the 1st modification of the example shown in FIG. It is a figure which shows the 2nd modification of the example shown in FIG. It is a figure which shows the modification of the 3rd ball direction change part 263 and the 1st ball direction change part 261. It is a figure which shows the example which changed the region 125 before distribution. It is a figure which shows the example which changed the upstream part of the 3rd ball path 2603 in the electric distribution unit 26. (A) is a partially enlarged perspective view when the third ball path 2603 is cross-sectionald in the vertical direction, and (b) is the third ball path 2603 when the inlet 2603s portion of the third ball path 2603 is cross-sectioned in the horizontal direction. It is a figure which shows the cross-sectional shape of. It is a partially enlarged side view when the 3rd ball path 2603 is cross-sectionald in the vertical direction. It is a figure which shows the process until the game ball entered the general winning opening 227 provided in the middle of the 3rd ball path 2603, and how it could not enter. It is a figure which shows the modification of the 3rd ball path 2603, and is the cross-sectional view when the 3rd ball path 2603 is cross-sectionald in the vertical direction. It is a figure which shows another example which provided the entrance of the game ball which opened toward the rear side (back side) in the middle of a ball path. It is a figure which shows the example which moves the game ball laterally in the middle of a ball path, and then the game ball enters the entrance of the game ball which opened toward the rear side (the back side). (A) is a cross-sectional view when the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 and the fourth ball direction change portion 264 are cross-sectionald on a vertical plane orthogonal to the front-rear direction, and (b) is a game in the second upstream ball delay portion 2653. It is the figure which showed the trajectory of the ball schematically, (c) is the figure which showed typically the trajectory of the game ball in the ball behavior stabilizing part 266, (d) is the game which passed through the ball behavior stabilizing part 266. It is a figure which showed the orbit of a sphere schematically. It is a perspective view when the 2nd upstream ball delay part 2653 is seen from obliquely above. It is a partial cross-sectional view which shows the deformation example of a sphere delay part. It is sectional drawing which shows the modification of the sphere behavior stabilization part 266. It shows a state in which various members overlapping the first three-dimensional film effect body 271, the second three-dimensional film effect body 272, the third three-dimensional film effect body 273, and the fourth three-dimensional film effect body 274 are removed from the game board 200. It is a figure. It is a figure which shows the state which removed the 1st 3D film effect body 271 and the 3rd 3D film effect body 273 from the state shown in FIG. It is a figure which shows the 1st 3D film effect body 271 alone. It is a perspective view when the 2nd three-dimensional film effect body 272 is seen from a little right side. It is a perspective view which shows the appearance that the three-dimensional part 2712 of the first three-dimensional film effect body 271 is fixed to the mounting part 2723 of the second three-dimensional film effect body 272. It is an exploded perspective view which shows the mounting structure of the 3rd 3D film effect body 273. It is a figure which shows the LED board attached to the frame plate. It is a figure which shows each lens mounting base mounted on each LED board 2772-2774. It is a figure which shows each lens mounted on each lens mounting base 2762 to 2764. It is a front view of the enclosed type pachinko machine to which this invention is applied.

Hereinafter, the game console according to the present invention (for example, a ball game machine such as a pachinko machine 100 and a spinning game machine such as a slot machine) will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.
<Overall configuration>
First, the overall configuration of the pachinko machine 100 according to the first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The figure is an external perspective view of the pachinko machine 100 as viewed from the front side (player side).

The pachinko machine 100 is a game table on which a player can obtain a profit when a predetermined condition is satisfied, and launches an outer frame 102, a main body 104, a front frame door 106, a door with a ball storage plate 108, and the like. The device 110 and the game board 200 are provided on the front surface (player side) thereof.

The outer frame 102 is a wooden frame member having a vertically rectangular shape for fixing to an installation place (island equipment or the like) provided in a game machine installation shop.

The main body 104 is a door member provided inside the outer frame 102, having a locking function, and rotatably attached to the outer frame 102 via a hinge portion 112 as a base body of a vertically rectangular gaming machine. .. Further, the main body 104 is formed in a frame shape and has a space portion 114 inside. A clerk at a store (game store) in which the pachinko machine 100 is installed can open and close the main body 104, and is provided with a main body opening sensor 1041 for detecting that the main body 104 has been opened.

The front frame door 106 is attached to the front surface of the main body 104, which is the front side of the pachinko machine 100, via a hinge portion 112 so as to have a locking function and can be opened and closed. Is a door member having an opening. A clerk at a game store can also open and close the front frame door 106, and a front frame door sensor 1061 for detecting that the front frame door 106 has been opened is also provided. The front frame door 106 is provided with a transparent plate member 118 made of glass or resin at the opening, and the speaker 120, the left frame lamp 122L, the right frame lamp 122R, and the upper frame lamp 122U are provided on the front side. Is installed. A space in which the game area 124 is provided is divided between the rear surface of the front frame door 106 and the front surface of the game board 200. The front frame door 106 corresponds to an example of a door body. In the present embodiment, a lamp whose light source is an LED is also referred to as a lamp.

The door 108 with a ball storage plate is a door member attached to the lower side of the main body 104 on the front surface of the pachinko machine 100 so as to have a locking function and to be opened and closed. The door 108 with a ball storage plate is opened by pushing an opening lever 1081 that can be operated with the front frame door 106 open. Further, a door sensor 1082 with a ball storage plate that detects that the door 108 with a ball storage plate has been opened is also provided. The door 108 with a ball storage plate 126 can store a plurality of game balls (hereinafter, may be simply referred to as “balls”) and is provided with a passage for guiding the game balls to the launching device 110. A ball removal button 130 for ejecting the game balls stored in the ball storage plate 126 from the ball storage plate 126 by the player's operation, and a game ball guided to the launching device 110 by the player's operation are used on the game board. A ball launching handle 134 that launches into the game area 124, an effect button 136 that changes the effect mode of various effect devices by the operation of the player, and a button lamp 138 that is built in the effect button 136 and emits light of the effect button 136. The card unit (CR unit) installed in the amusement store is provided with a ball lending operation button 140 for instructing the ball lending. Further, although not shown in FIG. 1, a return operation button for instructing the card unit to return the player's balance is also provided on the right side of the ball lending operation button 140. Further, it also has an operation key unit 190 in which a cross key and an enter button are arranged.

The launching device 110 is attached below the main body 104, and has a launching rod 146 that rotates when the ball launching handle 134 is operated by the player, and a launching mallet 148 that hits the game ball with the tip of the launching rod 146. , Equipped with. While the ball launching handle 134 is continuously launched by the player, the launching device 110 launches the game ball into the game area 124 of the game board every predetermined firing period (for example, 0.6 seconds). It fires at the target and corresponds to an example of a firing means.

FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko machine 100 of FIG. 1 as viewed from the back side.

The upper part of the back surface of the pachinko machine 100 has an opening that opens upward, and is located at the bottom of the ball tank 150, which is located below the ball tank 150 for temporarily storing the game balls. A tank rail 154 for guiding the ball falling through the formed communication hole to the payout device 152 located on the right side of the back surface is arranged.

The payout device 152 is composed of a cylindrical member, and includes a payout motor (not shown), a sprocket, and a payout sensor inside the payout device 152. The payout device 152 is removable, and when mounted at a predetermined position, it connects to the downstream end of the tank rail 154.

The sprocket is configured to be rotatable by a payout motor, and the game ball that has passed through the tank rail 154 and has flowed down into the payout device 152 is temporarily retained, and the payout motor is driven to rotate the sprocket by a predetermined angle. As a result, the temporarily stagnant game balls are sent out one by one below the payout device 152. That is, the payout device 152 is a kind of ball feeding device that applies a driving force to the game ball and conveys the game ball.

The payout sensor is a sensor for detecting the passage of the game ball sent out by the sprocket, and when the game ball is passing, either a high or low signal is passed, and when the game ball is not passing. The signal of either high or low is output to the payout control unit. The game ball that has passed through the payout sensor is configured to pass through a ball rail (not shown) and reach the ball storage dish 126 arranged on the front side of the pachinko machine 100, and the pachinko machine 100 has a predetermined value. Based on the fact that the granting condition is satisfied, the player is given (paid out) an amount of game value (game ball) according to the granting condition by this configuration.

On the left side of the drawing of the payout device 152, there is a main board case 158 that houses the main board 156 that constitutes the main control unit that performs control processing for the entire game, and control processing related to the effect based on the processing information generated by the main control unit 300. The first sub-board case 162 that houses the first sub-board 160 that constitutes the first sub-control unit, and the second sub-control unit that performs control processing related to the effect based on the processing information generated by the first sub-control unit 400. The second sub-board case 166 for accommodating the second sub-board 164 constituting the A payout board case 172 that houses the board 170, a launch board case 176 that houses the launch board 174 that constitutes a launch control unit that performs control processing related to the launch of the game ball, and a power control unit that supplies power to various electrical game devices. A power supply board that houses a power supply board 182 that includes a power supply switch 178 that is configured and turned on and off by the operation of a game clerk, and a RAM clear switch 180 that outputs a RAM clear signal to the main control unit 300 when the power is turned on. A case 184 and a CR interface unit 186 for transmitting and receiving signals between the payout control unit 600 and the card unit are arranged.

Further, in the present embodiment, the setting change key 192, the setting change button 194, and the accessory ratio / setting display 196 are provided on the main board 156. In the present embodiment, when the setting change key 192 is operated on the condition that the RAM clear switch 180 is pressed when the power is turned on, the setting change mode can be set to at least one of a plurality of settings having different jackpot probabilities. Can be migrated to. In the setting change mode, the current setting is displayed on the accessory ratio / setting display 196, and the clerk can change the setting by pressing the setting change button 194 while checking this. Even if the RAM clear switch 180 is not pressed when the power is turned on, the setting may be changed when the setting change key 192 is operated when the power is turned on.

The accessory ratio / setting display 196 is a 7-segment LED board mounted on the main board 156 and arranged inside the main board case 158, and is attached in a manner visible to the clerk. The accessory ratio / setting display 196 has double-digit 7-segment LEDs arranged one above the other, and the one-digit 7-segment LED is modularized on the right side. It is an indicator for notifying (YH) and the continuous accessory ratio (RY), and the setting monitor is a monitor for confirming the current setting. The accessory ratio / setting display 196 is composed of, for example, a single-color LED of red, but may be capable of emitting light in three colors of red, green, and orange, or may be a full-color LED. At least a part of the accessory ratio / setting display 196 may be provided on the game board 200, for example, so that the player can see it.

Further, in the present embodiment, the DIP switch board 198 is arranged on the back surface of the first sub-board case 162.

FIG. 3A is a schematic front view of the game board 200 as viewed from the front. Here, the arrows d2 and d3 indicate the directions in which the pachinko machine 100 is fixed at the installation location. The arrow d2 indicates the width direction (sometimes referred to as the left-right direction) of the pachinko machine 100, and the left hand may be referred to as the left and the right hand may be referred to as the right in front view. The arrow d3 indicates the height direction (sometimes referred to as the vertical direction) of the pachinko machine 100, and the higher one may be referred to as the upper one and the lower one may be referred to as the lower one. Although not shown in FIG. 3, in the depth direction (sometimes referred to as the front-rear direction) of the pachinko machine 100, the front side may be referred to as the front side or the front side, and the back side may be referred to as the rear side or the back side. In some cases.

The game board 200 has a game area 124 on the front surface, and is detachably attached to the main body 104 by using a predetermined fixing member so as to face the space 114 of the main body 104. The game area 124 can be observed from the opening after the game board 200 is attached to the main body 104.

Various structures can be adopted for the mounting structure of the game board 200 to the main body 104. For example, the front left side portion 200L of the game board 200 is inserted into the front view left side (hinge portion 112 side) of the main body 104, and here. It is possible to adopt a structure in which the game board 200 is rotated around the center of rotation and the right side portion 200R of the game board 200 is pressed against the main body 104 to set the game board 200. With such a structure, workability can be improved. In some cases.

The game board 200 is a unit in which various parts are attached to a transparent game board 201 which is a plate-shaped main body. The game board 201 is made of, for example, resin, and its surface (front surface) constitutes a decorative surface on which characters of the pachinko machine 100 and the like are displayed. The decorative surface may be formed, for example, by pasting a sheet on which a character of the pachinko machine 100 or the like is printed.

The outer rail 202 and the inner rail 204 are arranged on the game board 200 to form a game area 124 in which the game ball can roll. A part of the outer rail 202 is formed by a rail member 209 that can be attached to and detached from the main body 104. Of the game area 124, the area between the outer rail 202 and the inner rail 204 forms a guide area 201a for guiding the launched game ball.

An area other than the game area 124 of the game board 200 may be referred to as a non-game area. The gaming area 124 and the non-gaming area can be distinguished from each other with the outer rail 202 as a boundary. Further, the area inside the area through which the game ball passes with the firing intensity of the game ball maximized can be called at least the game area 124. The game area 124 may include an area through which the game ball does not pass due to the presence of the effect device or the like in the game area 124. The game area 124 may be referred to as a flow-down area at the point where the game ball flows down during the game, and the non-game area may be referred to as a non-flow-down area at the point where the game ball does not flow down during the game except for maintenance and accidents. The entire area of the game area 124 may be referred to as a flow-down area, but an area in which the game ball does not flow down due to the presence of an effect device or the like may be referred to as a non-flow-down area.

A decorative symbol display device 208 is arranged at substantially the center of the game area 124. The main control lamp board 207 is provided below the game area 124.

FIG. 3B is an enlarged view of the main control lamp substrate 207.

As shown in FIG. 3B, the normal symbol display device 210, the first special symbol display device 212, the second special symbol display device 214, and the normal symbol hold lamp 216 are on the main control lamp substrate 207. , The first special symbol holding lamp 218, the second special symbol holding lamp 220, the high-accuracy middle lamp RK, the electric support middle lamp RD, the right-handed display lamp RM, and the round display lamp RR are arranged. ing. Hereinafter, a normal symbol may be referred to as a "normal symbol" and a special symbol may be referred to as a "special symbol".

The decorative design display device 208 is a display device for performing various displays used for the decorative design and the effect, and is configured by a liquid crystal display device (LCD: Liquid Crystal Display) in the present embodiment. The decorative symbol display device 208 is divided into four display areas, a left symbol display area 208a, a middle symbol display area 208b, a right symbol display area 208c, and an effect display area 208d, and the left symbol display area 208a and the middle symbol display area 208b. The right symbol display area 208c displays different decorative symbols, and the effect display area 208d displays an image used for the effect. Further, the positions and sizes of the display areas 208a, 208b, 208c, and 208d can be freely changed in the display screen of the decorative symbol display device 208. Although a liquid crystal display device is used as the decorative pattern display device 208, it does not have to be a liquid crystal display device as long as it can display various effects and various game information. For example, a dot matrix display device may be used. , 7-segment display device, organic EL (Electro Liquid Crystal) display device, reel (drum) type display device, leaf type display device, plasma display, and other display devices including a projector may be adopted.

As shown in FIG. 3B, the normal figure display device 210 is a display device for displaying a normal figure, and in this embodiment, it is composed of two vertical LEDs. The first special figure display device 212 and the second special figure display device 214 are display devices for displaying special figures, and in the present embodiment, they are each composed of two upper and lower stages, for a total of eight LEDs.

The normal figure holding lamp 216 is a lamp for indicating the number of holding normal figure variable games (details will be described later), and in the present embodiment, the normal figure variable games are held up to a predetermined number (for example, four). It is possible to do. The first special figure holding lamp 218 is a lamp for indicating the number of special figure changing games held, and in this embodiment, holding up to a predetermined number (for example, four) of special figure changing games. It is possible. Further, the second special symbol holding lamp 220 is a lamp for indicating the number of special figure changing games being held, and in the present embodiment, the special figure changing games are held up to a predetermined number (for example, four). It is possible.

Further, the high-probability middle lamp RK is a lamp for indicating that the gaming state is a high-probability state in which a big hit is likely to occur, or that the game state is in a high-probability state. The electric support medium lamp RD indicates that the fluctuation display time of the normal symbol is shortened and that the door member 2320 (see FIG. 4) of the electric tulip (electric chew) described later is in the electric support state where it is easy to open for a long time. It is a lamp for. The right-handed indicator lamp RM is a lamp for indicating that the player is in a jackpot game state, a probability change state, and an electric support state, and is in a state where the player can obtain the benefit by hitting the right side. The round display lamp RR is a lamp for indicating the number of rounds in the big hit game related to the big hit when the big hit is made.

Further, in the present embodiment, one special 1 start chucker 23 is arranged in the lower center of the game board 200. The special 1 start chucker 23 has a cover plate 231 in front.

FIG. 3C is a view showing a state in which the back side of the cover plate 231 of the special 1 start chucker 23 is viewed from diagonally lower right.

The special 1 start chucker 23 has a first special figure start port 230 between the cover plate 231 and the game plate 201. A game ball released from the rotating body unit 28, which is only partially visible near the lower center in FIG. 3A, can enter the first special figure start port 230, but it does not always enter 100%. No. That is, as shown in FIG. 3C, the rotating body unit 28 is provided with a start port side taxiway 288 and out discharge ports 289L and 289R on both sides thereof. The exit opening 2881 of the taxiway 288 on the start port side is located directly above the start port 230 of the first special figure, but at a position separated from the start port 230 of the first special figure in the vertical direction by one game ball or more. Have been placed. Therefore, the game ball released from the exit opening 2881 may deviate to the left or right and may not enter the first special figure starting port 230. The game ball released from the exit opening 2881 may be configured to enter the first special figure start port 230 100%.

When a predetermined ball detection sensor detects an entry into the start port 230 of the first special figure, the payout device 152 shown in FIG. 2 is driven, and a predetermined number (for example, 4) of balls are stored as prize balls. At the same time as discharging to the plate 126, the special figure variation game by the first special figure display device 212 is started. The ball that has entered the first special figure start port 230 is guided to the back side of the pachinko machine 100 and then discharged to the game island side.

As shown in FIG. 3A, a first ball passage 2681 and a second ball passage 2682 extend from the left side directly above the rotating body unit 28 in which only a part is shown. The details of the rotating body unit 28, the first ball passage 2681 and the second ball passage 2682 will be described later.

Further, on the right side of the first special drawing start opening 230 shown in FIG. 3A, a second variable winning opening 235 serving as a second attacker is arranged. In the second attacker, the second door member 2351 rotates toward the front side with the lower edge as the rotation axis. Further, one general winning opening 226 is arranged above the second attacker, and two general winning openings 226 are diagonally arranged on the left side of the special 1 start chucker 23. When a ball enters the general winning opening 226, a predetermined ball detection sensor (not shown) detects it, and assuming that the general winning opening 226 has won a prize, the payout device 152 is driven to win a predetermined number (for example, 4) of balls. It is discharged as a ball to the ball storage dish 126. The balls discharged to the ball storage plate 126 can be freely taken out by the player, and with these configurations, the prize balls are paid out to the player based on the winning. The ball that has entered the general winning opening 226 is guided to the back side of the pachinko machine 100 and then discharged to the game island side.

Further, in the game board 200 shown in FIG. 3A, the first attacker unit is arranged on the right side, and the electric distribution unit is arranged on the left side. The first attacker unit is covered with a transparent lower right transparent plate 2591, which is normally visible through the lower right transparent plate 2591, but is illustrated as such in FIG. 3 (a). No. Further, the electric distribution unit is also covered with a transparent left transparent plate 2691, which is normally visible through the left transparent plate 2691, but is not shown as such in FIG. 3 (a). Whether it is the first attacker unit or the electric distribution unit, a part of the back side is transparent.

Further, a first three-dimensional film effector 271 and a second three-dimensional film effector 272 are arranged above the game area 124. The first three-dimensional film effect body 271 is provided so as to be overlapped with the second three-dimensional film effect body 272, and in FIG. 3A, both can be seen integrally. The first three-dimensional film effector 271 and the second three-dimensional film effector 272 will be described in detail later.

Further, a third three-dimensional film effect body 273 is arranged on the right side of the game area 124. More than half of the third three-dimensional film effect body 273 is covered with a transparent lower right transparent plate 2591 and a transparent upper right transparent plate 2592. Further, between the third three-dimensional film effect body 273 and the upper right transparent plate 2592, the first attacker unit capable of transmitting a part of the back side is arranged. Originally, the third three-dimensional film effector 273 is visible through the transparent plates 2591, 592 and the first attacker unit 25, but it is not shown as such in FIG. 3 (a).

Further, a fourth three-dimensional film effect body 274 is arranged on the left side of the game area 124. More than half of the fourth three-dimensional film effect body 274 is also covered with a part of the transparent game board 201 and the transparent left transparent board 2691. Further, an electric distribution unit 26 (see FIG. 4) capable of transmitting a part of the back side is arranged between the fourth three-dimensional film effect body 274 and the left transparent plate 2691. Originally, a part of the transparent game board 201, the left transparent board 2691, and the fourth three-dimensional film director 274 can be visually recognized through the electric distribution unit 26. Not shown. The third three-dimensional film effect body 273 and the fourth three-dimensional film effect body 274 will also be described in detail later.

Further, a substantially circular LED light emitting effect body 278 is arranged at the lower left diagonally of the third three-dimensional film effect body 273. The LED light emitting effect body 278 is provided with a plurality of LEDs 2781 on the outer periphery thereof, and the LED light emitting effect body 278 is an effect body that irradiates light in the radiation direction. The LED light emitting effect body 278 is more than each three-dimensional film effect body such as the first three-dimensional film effect body 271, the second three-dimensional film effect body 272, the third three-dimensional film effect body 273, and the fourth three-dimensional film effect body 274. Although it is arranged at the rear, the light emitted from the LED light emitting effect body 278 in the radial direction is diffused, and some light is directed toward the front. Therefore, these three-dimensional film effectors 271 to 274 are irradiated with light from the side by the LED light emitting effector 278. The LED light emitting effect body 278 is arranged in front of these three-dimensional film effect bodies 271 to 274 so that these three-dimensional film effect bodies 271 to 274 are irradiated with light from the front by the LED light emitting effect body 278. It may be.

In addition, in the game area 124, a plurality of disk-shaped ball striking direction changing members (not shown) called a windmill and game nails (not shown) are arranged, and at the bottom of the inner rail 204, An out port 240 is provided for guiding a ball that has not won a prize to any of the winning openings or starting openings to the back side of the pachinko machine 100 and then discharging the ball to the game island side.

The ball housed in the ball storage dish 126 is supplied to the launch position of the launch rail. In this pachinko machine 100, the launch motor is driven with a strength corresponding to the amount of operation of the player's ball launch handle 134, and the launch rod 146 and the launch mallet 148 pass the outer rail 202 and the inner rail 204 to the game area 124. Launch. Then, the ball that has reached the upper part of the game area 124 flows downward while changing the traveling direction by the electric distribution unit 26, a ball striking direction changing member (not shown), a game nail, or the like, and reaches various winning openings and starting openings. It reaches the out opening 240 without winning or winning any winning opening or starting opening. The game board 200 may be provided with an out sensor. The out sensor is a sensor configured to be able to detect a game ball that has passed through the sensor of the winning opening, a game ball that has passed through the sensor of the starting port, and a game ball that has entered the out opening. Further, the sensor may be configured so that only a part of the winning opening, the starting opening and the out opening can be detected.

FIG. 4 is a diagram showing a state in which the lower right transparent plate 2591, the upper right transparent plate 2592, and the left transparent plate 2691 are removed from the game board 200 shown in FIG. Further, in FIG. 4, the first three-dimensional film effector 271, the second three-dimensional film effector 272, the third three-dimensional film effector 273, and the fourth three-dimensional film effector 274 are also removed, and the LED light emitting effector 278 is also removed. ing. As a result, FIG. 4 shows the frame 208f of the decorative symbol display device 208.

In FIG. 4, the first attacker unit 25 is shown on the right side, and the electric distribution unit 26 is also shown on the left side.

The first attacker unit 25 shown in FIG. 4 is provided in the right side area of the game area 124. When hitting to the right, the game ball goes over the first region 1241 and the second region 1242, which will be described later, into the right route 1243, and heads for the right region. The right route 1243 is covered with the upper right transparent plate 2592, and the starting port 228 is arranged at the point where it branches into two and then joins. The normal drawing start port 228 is configured by a device called a gate or a through chucker for determining whether or not a ball has passed a predetermined area of the game area 124, and in the present embodiment, the right side of the game board 200. One is arranged in. The balls that have passed through the starting port 228 are not discharged to the game island side, but when they enter, a predetermined number (for example, one) of prize balls are paid out and the entered game balls are ejected. It may be guided to the back side of the pachinko machine 100 and discharged to the game island side. When the predetermined ball detection sensor detects that the ball has passed through the normal drawing start port 228, the pachinko machine 100 starts the normal drawing variation game by the normal drawing display device 210.

The second special figure start port 232 is arranged on the upstream side of the first attacker unit 25. In the second special drawing start port 232, the door member 2320 advances and retreats in the front-rear direction with respect to the ball passage. The door member 2320 and the second special drawing start port 232 are sometimes collectively called an electric tulip (electric chew). The ball detection sensor 2322 for the second special figure start port 232 is arranged sideways on the downstream side of the door member 2320 that has advanced to the front side. In the electric chew shown in FIG. 4, the door member 2320 is retracted, and even a game ball that has entered the electric chew introduction port 2323 falls and does not reach the ball detection sensor 2322. On the other hand, the game ball that has passed through the electric chew introduction port 2323 with the door member 2320 advanced reaches the ball detection sensor 2322. The game ball that has reached the ball detection sensor 2322 is guided to the back side of the pachinko machine 100 and then discharged to the game island side. The game ball that did not enter the electric chew introduction port 2323 and the game ball that entered the electric chew introduction port 2323 but fell, proceed to the intermediate position of the first attacker unit 25.

A first variable winning opening 234, which is a first attacker, is arranged at an intermediate position of the first attacker unit 25. In the first attacker, the first door member 2341 moves forward and backward with respect to the ball passage. The ball detection sensor 2342 for the first variable winning opening is arranged below the first door member 2341 that has advanced to the front side and faces upward. In the first attacker shown in FIG. 4, the first door member 2341 is retracted, and the game ball that has flowed down to the intermediate position of the first attacker unit 25 falls and passes through the ball detection sensor 2342. It is detected by the detection sensor 2342. The game ball that has passed through the ball detection sensor 2342 is guided to the back side of the first attacker unit 25. A V distribution device (not shown) is arranged on the back side of the first attacker unit 25, and the game ball that has passed through the ball detection sensor 2342 is directed to the V winning opening (not shown) or the out opening. Sort out. The first door member 2341 advances and retreats by a small hit game, and when the game ball enters the V winning opening, it becomes a V winning and the big hit game is started. On the other hand, when the first door member 2341 is advanced to the front side, it is difficult for the game ball to pass over the advanced first door member 2341 and to pass through the ball detection sensor 2342. The first door member 2341 is gradually inclined downward toward the downstream side in the passing direction of the game ball. Further, in the ball passage formed by the advanced first door member 2341, a plurality of deceleration ribs 234r projecting forward are provided at intervals. In the first door member 2341 that has advanced to the front side, the game ball is easily flowed down due to the inclination of the first door member 2341, but the game ball is caught on the deceleration rib 234r and the game ball is placed on the first door member 2341 for a while. May stay for a while. When the first door member 2341 retracts while the game ball stays on the first door member 2341, the game ball staying on the first door member 2341 falls at a stretch and is used for the first variable winning opening. It is detected by the ball detection sensor 2342. Therefore, as compared with the case where the first door member 2341 retracts while the game ball has passed through the first door member 2341, the winning rate to the first variable winning opening 234 is improved, and the deceleration rib 234r has a winning rate. It also serves as a means of improvement.

The game ball that has passed over the first door member 2341 in the state of advancing to the front side is discharged from the first attacker unit 25 through the vertical ball passage 251 without passing through the V sorting device (not shown). Will be done. The vertical ball passage 251 is provided with a plurality of reduction ribs 251r along the passage. These plurality of reduction ribs 251r also project forward.

The first attacker unit 25 described above is not provided with a game nail.

A part of the transparent game board 201 is interposed at the tip of the first attacker unit 25, and a plurality of game nails 238, which are not shown in FIG. 3, are provided there. These game nails 238 may cause the game ball to head toward the general winning opening 226. Further, if the second door member 2351 of the second attacker is in the open state, the second variable winning opening 235 may be won. Further, if the second door member 2351 of the second attacker is in the closed state, it may go to the out port 240.

The electric distribution unit 26 shown in FIG. 4 is provided in the left side region of the game region 124. When left-handed, the game ball advances from the first region 1241 or the second region 1242 to the left region. Left-handed hitting is the recommended hitting method in the normal state (low probability state in the normal figure). Right-handed hitting is the recommended hitting method in a time-saving state (normally high probability state). The first region 1241 and the second region 1242 are adjacent regions, and the first region 1241 is on the downstream side in the launch direction of the ball. That is, the second region 1242 is a region farther from the return ball prevention piece 203 than the first region 1241. Therefore, when aiming at the first region 1241, it is necessary to launch the game ball with a stronger firing intensity than when aiming at the second region 1242, and when aiming at the second region 1242, the first region 1241 is used. It is necessary to launch the game ball with a weaker firing intensity than when aiming. However, even if the game ball is launched with a strong firing intensity, it may bounce off the wall 1241a that divides the first region 1241 and enter the second region 1242. A ball passage 1245 extends from the first region 1241, and a plurality of reduction protrusions 1245p are provided in the ball passage 1245. Further, a plurality of reduction protrusions 1242p are also provided in the second region 1242.

A part of the transparent game board 201 is interposed between the ball passage 1245 and the electric distribution unit 26, and a plurality of game nails 238, which are not shown in FIG. 3, are provided there. Has been done. Further, a part of the transparent game board 201 is also interposed between the second region 1242 and the electric distribution unit 26, and a plurality of game nails, which are not shown in FIG. 3, are also interposed there. 238 is provided. Hereinafter, the area where a part of the game board 201 is provided may be referred to as a distribution front area 125.

The game ball that has passed through the ball passage 1245 and the game ball that has entered the second area 1242 enter the area 125 before distribution. In the area before distribution 125, the right route 125R, the central route 125C, and the left route 125L are branched into three routes. Each route is partitioned by a game nail 238. The game nail 238 may be made of metal or may be made of resin. The ball passage 1245 is connected to the right route 125R, and the second region 1242 is connected to the left route 125L. The central route 125C is a route provided in the lower half of the distribution front region 125, and is located between the right route 125R and the left route 125L. A game ball passing through the right route 125R or a game ball passing through the left route 125L may enter the central route 125C. Further, the game ball passing through the right route 125R may enter the left route 125L, or the game ball passing through the left route 125L may enter the right route 125R.

The electric distribution unit 26 is roughly divided into three ball paths. These three ball paths are the first ball path 2601, the second ball path 2602, and the third ball path 2603. Hereinafter, each route will be described.

First, the first ball path 2601 will be described. The first ball path 2601 becomes a right ball path connected from the right route 125R. The first ball path 2601 is provided with a first upstream ball delay section 2651, a third ball direction change section 263, a first downstream ball delay section 2652, and a first ball direction change section 261 from the upstream side. Both the first upstream ball delay portion 2651 and the first downstream ball delay portion 2652 are provided in a vertical ball path portion, and are provided in a location where the moving speed of the game ball tends to be high. The first upstream ball delay section 2651 is for reducing the moving speed of the game ball toward the third ball direction change section 263, and the first downstream ball delay section 2652 is toward the first ball direction change section 261. This is to reduce the moving speed of the game ball. A detailed description of the first upstream ball delay section 2651 and the first downstream ball delay section 2652 will be described later.

The third ball direction changing unit 263 includes a direction changing member 2631 and a motor (not shown). The first ball direction changing unit 261 has a direction changing member 2611 and a motor (not shown), and the second ball direction changing unit 262 has a direction changing member 2621 and a motor (not shown), and the fourth ball direction changing unit 261 has a motor (not shown). The 264 has a direction changing member 2641 and a motor (not shown). The following description of the third ball direction changing section 263 is the same for the direction changing sections (261, 262, 264) other than the third ball direction changing section 263.

The direction changing member 2631 has a right inclined surface 263R and a left inclined surface 263L. The direction changing member 2631 is rotated by a motor (not shown) to change the posture between the right-facing posture and the left-facing posture. The rightward posture is the posture of the direction changing member 2631 shown in FIG. 4, in which the right inclined surface 263R is inclined toward the lower right and the left inclined surface 263L is vertical. The left-facing posture is the posture of the direction-changing member 2461 of the fourth sphere direction-changing portion 264 shown in FIG. 4, in which the left-sloping surface 263L is tilted toward the lower left and the right-sloping surface 263R is vertical. The direction changing member 2631 uses a random number to determine which posture and at what timing the posture changes. Further, the change speed (rotation speed) is also determined by using a random number, and the posture may change slowly or quickly. The posture of the direction changing member 2631 and the state of the posture change can be visually recognized by the player, but since the direction changing member 2631 moves irregularly using random numbers, the posture of the direction changing member 2631 is predicted. It is impossible to launch the game ball. As shown in FIG. 4, when the direction changing member 2631 of the third ball direction changing portion 263 is in the rightward posture, the game ball flows down toward the lower right along the right inclined surface 263R. That is, it flows down toward the first downstream ball delay portion 2652 and continues to move along the first ball path 2601. On the other hand, when the direction changing member 2631 of the third ball direction changing portion 263 is in the leftward posture, the game ball flows down toward the lower left along the left inclined surface 263L, deviates from the first ball path 2601, and is in the center. Enter the third ball path 2603.

As shown in FIG. 4, when the direction changing member 2611 of the first ball direction changing portion 261 is in the rightward posture, the game ball flows down toward the lower right along the right inclined surface 261R. The first guide port 2613 is opened at the lower right of the first ball direction changing portion 261. Therefore, when the direction changing member 2611 of the first ball direction changing portion 261 is in the rightward posture, the game ball is directed toward the first guide port 2613. The game ball is guided to the back side of the electric distribution unit 26 through the first guide port 2613 and enters the first ball passage 2681. The first ball passage 2681 is divided into a transparent downstream passage 2681b as well as a transparent upstream passage 2681a, and the game ball guided to the back side of the electric distribution unit 26 first flows down the upstream passage 2681a. Next, the game ball falls into the downstream passage 2681b at the downstream end of the upstream passage 2681a, and this time flows down the downstream passage 2681b. From the downstream end of the downstream passage 2681b, the game ball falls into the rotating body unit 28, which is only partially visible in FIG. Since the first ball passage 2681 is transparent, the player can visually recognize the game ball flowing down the first ball passage 2681. On the other hand, when the direction changing member 2611 of the first ball direction changing portion 261 is in the leftward posture, the game ball flows down toward the lower left along the left inclined surface 261L. An out port 241 is provided at the lower left of the first ball direction changing portion 261, and the game ball that has entered the out port 241 passes through a path 2604 (see FIG. 5) provided inside the electric distribution unit 26. Finally, it is discharged to the game island side.

Next, the second ball path 2602 will be described. The second ball path 2602 is a left ball path connected from the left route 125L. The second ball path 2602 is provided with a second upstream ball delay section 2653, a fourth ball direction change section 264, a second downstream ball delay section 2654, and a second ball direction change section 262 from the upstream side. The fourth ball direction changing section 264 is provided side by side with the third ball direction changing section 263 and the third ball path 2603 in the first ball path 2601 interposed therebetween. The second ball direction changing section 262 is provided side by side with the first ball direction changing section 261 and the third ball path 2603 in the first ball path 2601 interposed therebetween. Both the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 and the second downstream ball delay portion 2654 are provided in a vertical ball path portion, and are provided in a location where the moving speed of the game ball tends to be high. The second upstream ball delay section 2653 is for reducing the moving speed of the game ball toward the fourth ball direction change section 264, and the second downstream ball delay section 2654 is directed toward the second ball direction change section 262. This is to reduce the moving speed of the game ball. A detailed description of the second upstream ball delay section 2653 and the second downstream ball delay section 2654 will also be described later.

As shown in FIG. 4, when the direction changing member 2641 of the fourth ball direction changing portion 264 is in the left facing posture, the game ball flows down toward the lower left along the left inclined surface 264L. That is, it flows down toward the second downstream ball delay portion 2654 and continues to move along the second ball path 2602. On the other hand, when the direction changing member 2641 of the fourth ball direction changing portion 264 is in the rightward posture, the game ball flows down toward the lower right along the right inclined surface 264R, deviates from the second ball path 2602, and is centered. Enter the third ball path 2603.

As shown in FIG. 4, when the direction changing member 2621 of the second ball direction changing portion 262 is in the rightward posture, the game ball flows down toward the lower right along the right inclined surface 262R. The second guide port 2623 is opened at the lower right of the second ball direction changing portion 262. Therefore, when the direction changing member 2621 of the second ball direction changing portion 262 is in the rightward posture, the game ball is directed toward the second guide port 2623. The game ball is guided to the back side of the electric distribution unit 26 through the second guide port 2623, enters the transparent second ball passage 2682, and flows down the second ball passage 2682. The game ball falls on the rotating body unit 28 from the downstream end of the second ball passage 2682. Since the second ball passage 2682 is also transparent, the player can visually recognize the game ball flowing down the second ball passage 2682. On the other hand, when the direction changing member 2621 of the second ball direction changing portion 262 is in the leftward posture, the game ball flows down toward the lower left along the left inclined surface 262L, and then directly below the second ball direction changing portion 262. To reach. The area directly below the second ball direction change portion 262 cannot be reached via the right, but can only be reached via the left. An out port 242 is provided directly below the second ball direction changing portion 262, and the game ball that has entered the out port 242 passes through a path 2604 (see FIG. 5) provided inside the electric distribution unit 26. Finally, it is discharged to the game island side.

Subsequently, the third ball path 2603 will be described. In FIG. 4, in order to distinguish the third ball path 2603 from the first ball path 2601 and the second ball path 2602, the third ball path 2603 is provided with a downward-sloping hatch. The third ball path 2603 becomes a central ball path connected from the central route 125C. Further, as described above, when the game ball enters the third ball path 2603 by the direction changing member 2631 which is in the left-facing posture of the third ball direction changing portion 263, or when the fourth ball direction changing portion 264 The game ball may enter due to the direction changing member 2641 that is in the right-facing posture. The third ball path 2603 is provided with a general winning opening 227 on the upstream side, that is, on the upstream side of the position where the game ball enters by the direction changing member 2631,2641. The game ball that has entered the general winning opening 227 is guided to the back side of the electric distribution unit 26 and deviates from the third ball path 2603. A detailed explanation of the general winning opening 227 provided on the third ball path 2603 will be described later. Further, the third ball path 2603 is provided with an effect switch 269 on the downstream side, that is, on the downstream side of the position where the game ball enters by the direction changing members 2631,2641. The effect switch 269 is a gate-shaped ball detection sensor, and a game ball that has flowed down the third ball path 2603 without entering the general winning opening 227 on the upstream side always passes through. When the game ball passes through the effect switch 269, a certain effect is started. The game ball that has passed through the effect switch 269 is discharged from the electric distribution unit 26 to the game area 124. The game ball discharged from the electric distribution unit 26 to the game area 124 is only the game ball that has passed through the third ball path 2603. That is, neither the game ball that has entered the first ball path 2601 nor the game ball that has entered the second ball path 2602 is discharged from the electric distribution unit 26 into the game area 124. Instead of the effect switch 269, a gate or a through chucker, which is a starting port 228, may be provided. In this case, the normal drawing start port 228 is provided in each of the right side region and the left side region.

The electric distribution unit 26 described above is not provided with a game nail.

A part of the transparent game board 201 is interposed between the electric distribution unit 26 and the out port 240, and a plurality of game nails 238, which are not shown in FIG. 3, are provided there. Has been done. In addition, the above-mentioned two general winning openings 226 are arranged.

Next, in FIG. 3A, the rotating body unit 28, in which only a part of the rotating body unit 28 is visible near the lower center, will be described in detail.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the rotating body unit 28 when viewed from the back side of the game board. In FIG. 5, the left back side of the paper is the front side (player side), and the right hand side is the rear side (back side).

FIG. 5 shows a first ball passage 2681 (upstream side passage 2681a and a downstream side passage 2681b) and a second ball passage 2682 extending from the back side of the electric distribution unit 26 toward the rotating body unit 28. The downstream end 2682L of the second ball passage 2682 opens directly above the central portion of the rotating body unit 28. On the other hand, the downstream end 2681L of the first ball passage 2681 (downstream side passage 2681b) is open directly above the outer peripheral portion of the rotating body unit 28. Further, the second ball passage 2682 is located on the back side of the first ball passage 2681.

Further, the length of the second ball passage 2682 is longer than the length of the first ball passage 2681 (the total length of the upstream side passage 2681a and the downstream side passage 2681b).

Further, although the first ball passage 2681 is not provided with a game nail, the upstream passage 2681a of the first ball passage 2681 is provided with one deceleration rib r1 and a delay means d1, and the downstream passage 2681b is provided with one deceleration rib r1. , A plurality of deceleration ribs r2 are provided. The deceleration ribs r1 and r2 are ribs extending in the vertical direction and project into the ball passage. Further, the plurality of deceleration ribs r2 are alternately provided on the opposing walls. On the other hand, the second ball passage 2682, which is longer than the first ball passage 2681, is not provided with a game nail, but is provided with one deceleration rib r3 and a delay means d2. When the game ball collides with the deceleration ribs r1, r2, r3, the moving speed of the game ball decreases. The delay means d1 and d2 are cylindrical portions having a diameter larger than the width of the spherical passage. At the lower ends of the delay means d1 and d2, an opening into which the game ball falls is provided. The game ball that has reached the delay means d1 orbits along the cylindrical inner peripheral surface, and eventually falls from the opening at the lower end. The moving speed of the game ball is also reduced by the delay means d1 and d2. In terms of the number of deceleration ribs, the relatively short first ball passage 2681 can significantly reduce the moving speed of the game ball as compared to the relatively long second ball passage 2682. As a result, the time from the electric distribution unit 26 to reach the rotating body unit 28 through the first ball passage 2681 and the time from the electric distribution unit 26 to reach the rotating body unit 28 through the second ball passage 2682. The time until is approaching.

Further, in FIG. 5, the path 2604 provided inside the electric distribution unit 26 is shown by a dotted line.

FIG. 6 is a diagram showing the rotating body unit 28 shown in FIG. 6A and 6C are perspective views of the rotating body unit 28 when viewed from diagonally above, with the diagonally lower left side of the paper being the front side (player side) and the diagonally upper right side being the rear side. Become (back side).

As shown in FIG. 6A, the rotating body unit 28 has a cylindrical upper cover 281, an outer peripheral guide surface 282, and a pair of ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832 arranged inside the outer peripheral guide surface 282. .. The pair of ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832 are arranged at positions facing each other by 180 degrees, and each has a fan-like shape, and the height is about the same as that of the upper cover 281. The rotating body unit 28 includes a motor 28M, and the rotating shaft 28A (see FIGS. 6B and 6C) rotated by the motor 28M is located at the center of the rotating body unit 28. The pair of ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832 are fixed to the rotating shaft 28A by a base plate (not shown), and when the motor 28M rotates, the pair of ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832 rotate around the rotating shaft 28A. The base plate (not shown) is covered from above by a pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834, and the pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834 also rotate together with the pair of ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832 when the motor 28M rotates. The pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834 cover the central portion of the rotating body unit 28 and are inclined toward the outer peripheral side. That is, the inclined plate 2833 located on the left side shown in FIG. 6A is inclined downward toward the left side, and the inclined plate 2834 located on the right side is inclined downward toward the right side. An outer peripheral guide surface 282 is provided further below the lowest position of the pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834 inclined downward. Therefore, the game ball that has fallen on the pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834 rolls on the inclined plates 2833 and 2834 according to the inclination of the inclined plates 2833 and 2834, and is guided to the outer peripheral guide surface 282.

FIG. 6B shows a state in which the cylindrical upper cover 281, the pair of ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832, the base plate (not shown), and the pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834 are removed from the rotating body unit 28. It is a perspective view when viewed from the front side, and the front side on the left side of the paper is the front side (player side).

As shown in FIG. 6B, the outer peripheral guide surface 282 has an opening 2821 on the front side. The outer peripheral guide surface 282 is a surface inclined downward toward the opening 2821, and the position of the opening 2821 is the lowest position. Further, the inclination angles of the portions 2822 and 2823 in the vicinity of the opening 2821 of the outer peripheral guide surface 282 are steep. Further, a mountain portion 2824 is provided on the outer peripheral guide surface 282 at a position 180 degrees facing the opening 2821. This mountain part 2824 is inclined to both sides from a slightly raised position 2825. The opening 2821 is connected to the taxiway 288 on the starting port side. As described with reference to FIG. 3C, the outlet opening 2881 of the taxiway 288 on the starting port side is arranged at a position spaced vertically apart from the starting port 230 of the first special drawing. The game ball on the outer peripheral guide surface 282 rolls on the outer peripheral guide surface 282 according to the inclination of the outer peripheral guide surface 282, and enters the start port side taxiway 288 from the opening 2821. The game ball that has entered the start port side taxiway 288 is discharged from the outlet opening 2881 of the start port side taxiway 288 through the start port side taxiway 288, and heads for the first special figure start port 230. However, the game ball released from the exit opening 2881 may deviate to the left or right and may not enter the first special figure starting port 230.

FIG. 6D is a perspective view of the rotating body unit 28 when viewed from the lower front side, and the front side of the paper surface is the front side (player side).

FIG. 6D also shows the outlet opening 2881 of the taxiway 288 on the starting port side. Further, FIGS. 6B and 6D also show out discharge ports 289L and 289R provided on both sides of the taxiway 288 on the starting port side.

Further, in FIG. 6B, after the pair of ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832, the base plate (not shown), and the pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834 are removed, the out discharge surface 289 connected to the out discharge ports 289L and 289R. Is visible. The out discharge surface 289 is a surface inclined downward toward the out discharge ports 289L and 289R. The out discharge surface 289 is a surface provided below the outer peripheral guide surface 282 by one game ball or more. The game balls that have entered the pair of rotating ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832 fall on the out discharge surface 289, are discharged from the out discharge ports 289L and 289R to the game area 124, and reach the out port 240. However, in some rare cases, the game balls discharged from the out discharge ports 289L and 289R may enter the first special figure start port 230. The game ball discharged from the out outlets 289L and 289R may be configured to enter the out outlet 240 100%.

Further, FIGS. 6 (b) and 6 (d) show a start winning ball guide path 284 provided below the exit opening 2881 of the start port side taxiway 288. The starting winning ball guide path 284 is a path that is bent downward by approximately 90 degrees, with the upstream end opening forward and the downstream end opening downward. The ball that has entered the first special figure start port 230 enters the start winning ball guide path 284 of the rotating body unit 28 through the start port route 233 of the special 1 start chucker 23 shown in FIG. 3 (c). On the other end side of the start winning ball guide path 284, a ball detection sensor 2841 for detecting a ball that has entered the start opening 230 of the first special figure is provided. The game ball that has passed through the ball detection sensor 2841 is finally discharged to the game island side.

FIG. 6 (c) shows a state in which the outer peripheral guide surface 282 and the members (out discharge surface 289, etc.) constituting the out discharge ports 289L and 289R are further removed from the rotating body unit 28 shown in FIG. 6 (b). It is a perspective view when viewed from diagonally above.

The rotating body unit 28 is entirely made of a transparent member, and a game ball rolling on the outer peripheral guide surface 282 and a game ball flowing down the out discharge surface 289 may also be visible. Such a rotating body unit 28 is provided with an LED substrate 285 on which a plurality of LEDs 2851 are mounted. The LED substrate 285 is covered with a lens plate (not shown here) and is provided below the out discharge surface 289. By emitting light from the plurality of LEDs 2851, the outer peripheral guide surface 282 and the out discharge surface 289 are illuminated from below, and the effect of the effect is enhanced in combination with the movement of the game ball.

The rotating body unit 28 described above is not provided with a game nail.

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a state of the electric distribution unit 26 and a state of the rotating body unit 28.

The state of the electric distribution unit 26 shown in FIG. 7A is the same as the state of the electric distribution unit 26 shown in FIG. 4, and the direction changing member 2631 is the third ball direction changing portion in the first ball path 2601. It is in a right-facing posture, and the direction-changing member 2611 is also in a right-facing posture in the first ball direction changing portion. Therefore, the game ball that has entered the first ball path 2601 flows down the first ball passage 2681 through the first guide port 2613 and falls into the rotating body unit 28. In the rotating body unit 28 shown in FIG. 7A, both of the pair of ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832 are not directly below the downstream end 2681L of the first ball passage 2681, but are located outside the downstream end 2681L. It is in a state. Therefore, the game ball that has passed through the first ball passage 2681 falls on the pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834 and is guided to the outer peripheral guide surface 282. Then, it rolls on the outer peripheral guide surface 282, is discharged from the outlet opening 2881 through the opening 2821 shown in FIG. 6B through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side, and is the first one shown in FIG. 3C. Head to the special figure start port 230.

On the other hand, in the fourth ball direction changing portion in the second ball path 2602, the direction changing member 2641 is in a left-facing posture, and in the second ball direction changing portion, the direction-changing member 2621 is in a right-facing posture. Therefore, the game ball that has entered the second ball path 2602 flows down the second ball passage 2682 through the second guide port 2623, and the central portion of the rotating body unit 28, that is, the pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834. It falls up and is again guided by the outer peripheral guide surface 282. Then, like the game ball that has entered the first ball path 2601, it is discharged from the outlet opening 2881 through the opening 2821 of the outer peripheral guide surface 282 shown in FIG. Head toward the first special figure start port 230 shown in c).

The state of the electric distribution unit 26 shown in FIG. 7B is the same as the state of the electric distribution unit 26 shown in FIG. 7A, and the third ball direction changing portion in the first ball path 2601 is the direction changing member 2631. Is in a right-facing posture, and the direction-changing member 2611 is also in a right-facing posture in the first ball direction changing portion. Therefore, the game ball that has entered the first ball path 2601 flows down the first ball passage 2681 through the first guide port 2613 and falls into the rotating body unit 28. In the rotating body unit 28 shown in FIG. 7B, one of the pair of ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832 rotating in a positional relationship facing 180 degrees has the ball receiving port 2832 at the downstream end 2681L of the first ball passage 2681. It is in a state of being located directly below. Therefore, the game ball that has passed through the first ball passage 2681 passes through the ball receiving port 2832 and falls to the out discharge surface 289 shown in FIG. 6 (b), and falls from the out discharge port 289L to the game area 124. Is discharged to.

On the other hand, in the fourth ball direction changing portion in the second ball path 2602, the direction changing member 2641 is in a left-facing posture, and in the second ball direction changing portion, the direction-changing member 2621 is in a right-facing posture. Therefore, the game ball that has entered the second ball path 2602 flows down the second ball passage 2682 through the second guide port 2623, and the central portion of the rotating body unit 28, that is, the pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834. It falls up and is guided by the outer peripheral guide surface 282. Then, it is discharged from the outlet opening 2881 through the opening 2821 of the outer peripheral guide surface 282 shown in FIG. 6B through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side, and heads toward the first special drawing starting port 230 shown in FIG. 3C. .. In the second ball path 2602, when the game ball reaches the second ball passage 2682, it is always discharged from the exit opening 2881 through the taxiway 288 on the start port side and heads toward the first special figure start port 230. It will be. That is, it does not depend on the state of the rotating body unit 28. In this way, when the state of the electric distribution unit 26 is a state in which the game ball is directed toward the second ball path 2602, that is, the direction changing member 2641 of the fourth ball direction changing portion is in a state of facing left. When the direction changing member 2621 of the second ball direction changing portion is in the rightward posture, if the number of holdings in special figure 1 is one less than the maximum number of holdings, the holding in special figure 1 is full. It may be made to notify that it becomes. For example, in the customized setting, when it is set to perform the above notification using the ball launching handle 134, the above notification is performed by vibrating the ball launching handle 134. Further, when a ball detection sensor is provided in front of the second ball path 2602 and the game ball passes through the ball detection sensor in a state where the number of holdings in Special Figure 1 is one less than the maximum number of holdings, the above notification is given. May be done.

In the electric distribution unit 26 shown in FIG. 7C, the direction changing member 2631 is in a rightward posture in the third ball direction changing portion in the first ball path 2601, but the direction changing portion is in the first ball direction changing portion. The member 2611 is in a leftward posture. Therefore, the game ball that has entered the first ball path 2601 enters the out port 241 provided at the lower left of the first ball direction changing portion 261 and is provided inside the electric distribution unit 26, as shown in FIG. It is finally discharged to the game island side through the indicated route 2604.

Further, in the fourth ball direction changing portion in the second ball path 2602, the direction changing member 2641 is in a left-facing posture, but in the second ball direction changing portion, the direction changing member 2621 is also in a left-facing posture. Therefore, the game ball that has entered the second ball path 2602 enters the out port 242 provided directly below the second ball direction changing portion, and this game ball is also provided inside the electric distribution unit 26. It is finally discharged to the game island side through the route 2604.

In the electric distribution unit 26 shown in FIG. 7D, the direction changing member 2631 is in a leftward posture in the third ball direction changing portion in the first ball path 2601. Therefore, the game ball deviates from the first ball path 2601 and enters the central third ball path 2603.

Further, in the fourth ball direction changing portion in the second ball path 2602, the direction changing member 2641 is in a rightward posture. Therefore, the game ball deviates from the second ball path 2602 and enters the central third ball path 2603.

As described above, the game ball that has entered the third ball path 2603 passes through the effect switch 269 shown in FIG. 4 and is discharged from the electric distribution unit 26 to the game area 124.

In addition, in the first ball path 2601, the second ball path 2602, and the third ball path 2603, a plurality of deceleration ribs 26r1 protruding forward are provided. Further, reduction ribs 26r2 protruding in the left-right direction are alternately arranged in a vertical portion on the downstream side of the third ball path 2603.

Further, from the distance from the third ball direction changing portion (direction changing member 2631) to the third ball path 2603 (see arrow 3d), from the fourth ball direction changing portion (direction changing member 2641) to the third ball path 2603. Distance (see arrow 4d) is longer. Due to the difference in distance in this way, the time until the game ball heads for the third ball path 2603 and the rolling mode can be determined by the third ball direction changing part (direction changing member 2631) and the fourth ball direction changing part (direction change). It can be enjoyed for each of the two ball direction changing portions such as the member 2641). It should be noted that the distance from the third ball direction changing portion (direction changing member 2631) to the third ball path 2603 (see arrow 3d) is more than the distance from the fourth ball direction changing portion (direction changing member 2641) to the third ball path 2603. Distance (see arrow 4d) may be shorter. That is, the distance from the third ball direction changing portion (direction changing member 2631) to the third ball path 2603 (see arrow 3d) and the distance from the fourth ball direction changing portion (direction changing member 2641) to the third ball path 2603. The distances (see arrow 4d) need only be different.

FIG. 8 is a diagram showing the flow of the game ball as a result of hitting the left side.

Hereinafter, although it may overlap with the explanations so far, the explanations so far will be summarized and explained again.

In the pachinko machine 100 of the present embodiment, left-handed strike is recommended in the normal state (low probability state in the normal figure). When left-handed, the game ball enters the first area 1241 or the second area 1242. In the positional relationship between the first region 1241 and the second region 1242, when launched with a relatively strong firing intensity, the first region 1241 can be aimed, and when launched with a relatively weak firing strength, the second region 1242 Can be aimed at. However, even if the game ball is launched with a relatively strong firing intensity, the game ball may bounce off the wall 1241a (see FIG. 4) that divides the first region 1241 and enter the second region 1242. obtain. In addition, even if you intend to hit right, you may end up hitting left due to insufficient firing strength, or conversely, even if you intend to hit left, you may hit right because the firing strength is too strong.

The game ball that has entered the first region 1241 may proceed through the right route 125R in the region 125 before distribution to the end, enter the left route 125L from the middle of the right route 125R, or enter the central route 125C from the middle of the right route 125R. It may get in. Further, the game ball that has entered the second region 1242 may proceed to the end on the left route 125L in the region before distribution 125, may enter the right route 125R from the middle of the left route 125L, or may enter the center from the middle of the left route 125L. It may enter route 125C.

When the game ball advances on the right route 125R, it enters the first ball path 2601 of the electric distribution unit 26, and in the third ball direction change section 263, the game ball points toward the first ball direction change section 261. Or directed to the third ball path 2603. When the game ball is directed to the first ball direction change section 261, the game ball still proceeds on the first ball path 2601, and in the first ball direction change section 261 the game ball is directed to the first ball passage 2681. Or, it is directed to the out port 241. The first ball direction changing unit 261 can also be seen as a means (first distribution means) for distributing the game ball in the right direction (direction of the first ball passage 2681) and the left direction (direction of the out port 241). When the game ball is directed to the first ball passage 2681, in the rotating body unit 28, the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 or the out port 240.

When the game ball advances on the left route 125L, it enters the second ball path 2602 of the electric distribution unit 26, and in the fourth ball direction change section 264, the game ball points toward the second ball direction change section 262. Or directed to the third ball path 2603. When the game ball is directed to the second ball direction change section 262, the game ball still proceeds on the second ball path 2602, and in the second ball direction change section 262, the game ball is directed to the second ball passage 2682. Or it is directed to the out port 242. The second ball direction changing unit 262 can also be seen as a means (second distribution means) for distributing the game ball in the right direction (direction of the second ball passage 2682) and the left direction (direction of the out port 242). When the game ball is directed to the second ball passage 2682, the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 in the rotating body unit 28.

In the rotating body unit 28, even when the game ball is pointed at the first special figure start port 230, the game ball does not always win the first special figure start port 230, and the first special figure start port 230. It may depart from the starting port 230 and reach the out port 240.

When the game ball advances on the central route 125C, it may enter the third ball route 2603 of the electric distribution unit 26 and win a prize in the general winning opening 227. If the general winning opening 227 is not won, the game ball proceeds on the third ball path 2603 and passes through the effect switch 269. Further, even when the game ball is directed to the third ball path 2603 in the third ball direction changing section 263, the game ball is directed to the third ball path 2603 in the fourth ball direction changing section 264. Even if there is, the game ball proceeds on the third ball path 2603 and passes through the effect switch 269. The game ball that has passed through the effect switch 269 is discharged from the electric distribution unit 26 to the game area 124. The game ball discharged from the electric distribution unit 26 to the game area 124 may win a prize in either of the two general winning openings 226 or 226, and if neither of the general winning openings 226 is awarded, Reach the out port 240. Here, the electric distribution unit 26 has only one general winning opening 227, but after passing through the electric distribution unit 26, the two general winning openings 226 and 226 are based on the number of general winning openings. It can be said that the probability of winning the general winning opening is higher after passing through the electric distribution unit 26. The number of prize balls is the same whether the general winning opening 227 in the electric distribution unit 26 or the two general winning openings 226 after passing through the electric distribution unit 26.

Further, when the game ball advances on the first ball path 2601, the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 or the out port 240 at the stage of falling to the rotating body unit 28. .. The rotating body unit 28 uses a pair of rotating ball receiving ports 2831 to move the game ball in the direction of the starting port side guide path 288 (direction of the starting port 230 in the first special drawing) and the direction of the out discharging surface 289 (out port 240). It can be seen as a means of distributing the game ball in the direction of It can also be seen as a means for changing the direction of the sphere, which can be changed to a state of facing the direction (direction of the out port 240). On the other hand, when the game ball advances on the second ball path 2602, the game ball is always directed to the first special figure start port 230. However, when the game ball advances on the second ball path 2602, it is less likely to reach the rotating body unit 28 than when the game ball advances on the first ball path 2601. For example, when the game ball advances on the first ball path 2601, at the stage of falling to the rotating body unit 28, the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 with a probability of 50%, and 50%. It is directed to the out port 240 with a probability of. On the other hand, in the first ball direction changing portion 261 in the first ball path 2601, the game ball is directed to the first ball passage 2681 with a probability of 50%, and is directed to the out port 241 with a probability of 50%. Therefore, when the game ball advances on the first ball path 2601, the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 with a probability of 25%. On the other hand, when the game ball advances on the second ball path 2602, if it reaches the rotating body unit 28, the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 with a 100% probability. However, in the second ball direction change portion 262 in the second ball path 2602, the game ball is directed to the second ball passage 2682 with a probability of 25% and to the out port 242 with a probability of 75%. Therefore, even when the game ball advances on the second ball path 2602, the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 with a probability of 25%. That is, the probability that the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 is the same regardless of whether the game ball advances on the first ball path 2601 or the second ball path 2602. .. However, when looking only at the rotating body unit 28, as described above, the game ball passing through the second ball direction changing unit 262 is the starting port rather than the game ball passing through the first ball direction changing part 261. It is easy to be guided to the side taxiway 288. In this example, the probability that the third ball direction change unit 263 upstream of the first ball direction change unit 261 directs the game ball toward the first ball direction change unit 261 and the probability upstream of the second ball direction change unit 262. The probability that the fourth ball direction changing unit 264 directs the game ball toward the second ball direction changing unit 262 is the same. In the electric distribution unit 26, the motors of the direction changing members are controlled so as to have the probabilities described above per unit time (while the random number table prepared in advance makes a round). According to the example described above, even if the game ball is made to enter the first region 1241, the game ball does not always follow the first ball path 2601, and even if the game ball is made to enter the second area 1242, the game is played. Although the ball does not always follow the second ball path 2602, the game ball can be reached to the rotating body unit 28 with a relatively high probability by aiming at the first region 1241, but the first special figure start. The probability of winning the mouth 230 is relatively low. On the other hand, by aiming at the second region 1242, the game ball can be reached to the rotating body unit 28 only with a relatively low probability, but when it reaches the rotating body unit 28, it reaches the first special figure starting port 230. The probability of winning is relatively high. The player can enjoy and select which of the first area 1241 and the second area 1242 is to be aimed at. Moreover, both the game ball that has entered the first area 1241 and the game ball that has entered the second area 1242 are visible to the player until they go to the back side of the electric distribution unit 26 or the game board 201, and the game ball. You can enjoy watching the rolling motion of.

FIG. 9 is a diagram showing an example of a game description displayed on the decorative symbol display device 208.

FIG. 9 shows the decorative symbol display device 208 from (a) to (f). In any of the decorative symbol display devices 208, a combination of decorative symbols of "decoration 4-decoration 1-decoration 7" is displayed as a mini symbol on the upper left of the display area. Further, the decorative symbol display device 208 is provided with a variable icon display area 2081 in the lower center of the effect display area 208d. Further, the control state (game state) here is a normal game state (normal figure low probability state), and the characters "left-handed" are displayed in the upper center of any of the decorative symbol display devices 208, and the left side. I'm urging you to hit. Further, the decorative symbol display device 208 in the normal game state is provided with the hold icon display area 2082 of the special figure 1 on the left side of the variable icon display area 2081. In the decorative symbol display device 208 in the normal game state, the designation of the hold icon display area of the special figure 2 is omitted, but the hold icon display area of the special figure 2 may be provided. In the hold icon display area 2802 of the special figure 1, the hold icons h11 and h12 representing the hold of the special figure 1 are displayed.

In the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 9A, a diagram showing the first region 1241 and the second region 1242 is displayed at the lower right of the display screen, and the game ball flows down when left-handed. It introduces that there are two routes. Specifically, these two routes are routes such as the first region 1241 → the right route 125R → the first ball route 2601 → the third ball direction change part 263 → the first ball direction change part 261 (hereinafter, “the first route”). 2nd region 1242 → left route 125L → 2nd ball route 2602 → 4th ball direction change part 264 → 2nd ball direction change part 262 (hereinafter referred to as “second route”) Become.

Also in the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 9B, a diagram showing the first region 1241 and the second region 1242 is displayed at the lower right of the display screen, and either the first region 1241 or the second region 1242 is displayed. It is explained that there is no difference in the profits of the players even if they aim at. That is, as described above, the probability that the game ball will be directed to the first special figure start port 230 regardless of whether the game ball advances on the first ball path 2601 or the second ball path 2602. Explain that they are the same.

In the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 9C, a diagram showing the rotating body unit 28 is displayed at the lower right of the display screen, and a description of the rotating body unit 28 is displayed. That is, when the game ball reaches the rotating body unit 28, the first special figure start port is via the second ball path 2602 (second route) as compared with the first ball path 2601 (first route). It explains that the chances of winning the 230 will be doubled. As described above, in the first route, the game ball is guided to the start port side taxiway 288 only with a 50% probability, and in the second route, the game ball is guided to the start port side taxiway 288 with a 100% probability. Will be done. It should be noted that just because the taxiway is guided to the taxiway 288 on the starting port side does not mean that the first special figure starting port 230 will always win a prize, and in rare cases, it will come off from the first special drawing starting port 230 and reach the out port 240. In some cases.

In the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 9D, a diagram showing the first region 1241 and the second region 1242 is displayed at the lower right of the display screen, and the first region 1241 is surrounded by a line. Then, as an explanation of the first region 1241, it is indicated that if the game ball is to reach the rotating body unit 28, the first region 1241 should be aimed at. In FIG. 9D, only the explanatory display for the first region 1241 is displayed. On the other hand, in the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 9E, a diagram showing the first region 1241 and the second region 1242 is displayed at the lower right of the display screen, and the second region 1242 is surrounded by a line. .. Then, as an explanation of the second region 1242, it is indicated that if a prize is aimed at the first special figure start port 230, the second region 1242 should be aimed at. In FIG. 9E, only the explanatory display for the second region 1242 is displayed.

Also in the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 9 (f), a diagram showing the first region 1241 and the second region 1242 is displayed at the lower right of the display screen. Then, in the decorative symbol display device 208, the most detailed explanatory display is displayed for the first area 1241 (first route) and the second area 1242 (second route).

The explanatory display described above may be displayed only when there is no hold of the special figure (for example, during the demonstration display). Alternatively, the explanatory display may be displayed even during the jackpot game. For example, an explanatory display may be displayed during the ending effect of the jackpot game. Further, the explanation display may be displayed not only during the ending effect during the big hit game but also at a relatively affordable situation.

FIG. 10 is a diagram showing another example of the game description displayed on the decorative symbol display device 208.

The explanatory display described with reference to FIG. 9 is an example in which the symbol change of the special figure is performed during the stop display, but the example shown in FIG. 10 is an example in which the symbol change of the special figure is performed during the stop display.

The control state (game state) of FIGS. 10 (a) to 10 (c) is a normal game state (low probability state of a normal figure), and any decorative symbol display device 208 has a “left-handed” in the upper center. Character is displayed.

In FIG. 10A, the symbol of the special symbol is changing, and in the decorative symbol display device 208, the variation display of the decorative symbol is displayed large in the center of the screen, and the changing mini symbol is also displayed in the upper left. .. Further, the variable icon h10 is displayed in the variable icon display area 2081. In this example, the detailed explanatory display described with reference to FIG. 9 (f) is a telop-shaped display 2083 in which characters flow to the left on the variable display of the decorative pattern displayed in the center of the screen. Is displayed.

In FIG. 10 (b), the symbol variation of the special figure performed in FIG. 10 (a) is completed, and the combination of the decorative symbols of "Decoration 4-Decoration 1-Decoration 7" is stopped and displayed in the center of the screen. .. Further, in the upper left of the display area, a combination of decorative symbols of "Decoration 4-Decoration 1-Decoration 7" is also displayed as a mini symbol. The display of the variable icon h10 has disappeared. In the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 10 (b), a continuation of the explanatory display displayed in FIG. 10 (a) is displayed. That is, the telop-shaped display 2083 is continuously displayed.

In FIG. 10 (c), the symbol variation of the special figure is started. In the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 10 (c), the variable display of the decorative symbol is displayed large in the center of the screen, and the changing mini symbol is also displayed in the upper left. Further, the hold icon is shifted and displayed, and the variable icon h10 is displayed in the variable icon display area 2081. In the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 10 (c), a continuation of the explanatory display displayed in FIG. 10 (b) is displayed. That is, the telop-shaped display 2083 is continuously displayed.

As described above, the explanation display (tutorial display) may continue to be displayed regardless of whether the symbol is changing or stopped over a plurality of fluctuations.

The control state (game state) of FIGS. 10 (d) to 10 (f) is also a normal game state (low probability state of normal drawing), and any decorative symbol display device 208 has a “left-handed” in the upper center. Character is displayed.

In FIG. 10D, the symbol of the special symbol is changing, and the decorative symbol display device 208 displays the variable display of the decorative symbol in a large size in the center of the screen, and also displays the changing mini symbol in the upper left. .. Further, the variable icon h10 is displayed in the variable icon display area 2081. In this example, the conversation notice 2084 is started during the symbol change. The conversation notice 2084 is a kind of look-ahead notice, and the reliability of the jackpot differs depending on the characters that appear. In the decorative pattern display device 208 shown in FIG. 10D, the character of the princess with the second highest reliability of the jackpot appears, and the character display of "chance" is normally displayed. The explanatory display described with reference to FIG. 9A is displayed instead.

In FIG. 10 (e), the symbol variation of the special figure performed in FIG. 10 (a) is completed, and the combination of the decorative symbols of "Decoration 4-Decoration 1-Decoration 7" is stopped and displayed in the center of the screen. .. Further, in the upper left of the display area, a combination of decorative symbols of "Decoration 4-Decoration 1-Decoration 7" is also displayed as a mini symbol. The display of the variable icon h10 has disappeared. In the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 10 (e), the conversation notice 2084 has disappeared, and the explanation display has also disappeared.

In FIG. 10 (f), the symbol variation of the special figure is started. In the decorative symbol display device 208 shown in FIG. 10 (f), the variable display of the decorative symbol is displayed large in the center of the screen, and the changing mini symbol is also displayed in the upper left. Further, the hold icon is shifted and displayed, and the variable icon h10 is displayed in the variable icon display area 2081. In the decorative pattern display device 208 shown in FIG. 10 (f), the character of the lord who has the highest reliability of the big hit appears, and the character display "It's intense heat" is originally displayed, but here. , The explanatory display described with reference to FIG. 9E is displayed instead.

As described above, the explanatory display may be displayed as a part of the conversation notice. Further, the conversation notice may not be a look-ahead notice but a notice of the symbol change display currently being performed. Further, the mode of the notice in which the explanation display is also performed is not limited to the conversation notice, and may be a step-up notice, a cut-in notice, or the like.

Subsequently, a modified example of the means for changing the movement of the game ball, centering on the electric distribution unit 26 described so far, will be described. In the following description, components having the same names as the components described so far will be described with the same reference numerals as those used so far.

FIG. 11 is a diagram showing a first modification of the example shown in FIG. Here, the differences from the example shown in FIG. 8 will be mainly described, and the duplicated description may be omitted.

In the first modification shown in FIG. 11, the distribution front region 125 provided with the game nail 238 is removed from the means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. Therefore, the first area 1241 is connected to the first ball path 2601 of the electric distribution unit 26 without branching, and the game ball that has entered the first area 1241 is the first ball of the electric distribution unit 26. You will definitely follow the route 2601. Further, the second area 1242 is connected to the second ball path 2602 of the electric distribution unit 26 without branching, and the game ball that has entered the second area 1242 is connected to the second ball path of the electric distribution unit 26. You will definitely proceed to 2602.

Further, in the example shown in FIG. 11, the third ball direction changing portion 263 and the fourth ball direction changing portion 264 are also removed, and the third ball path 2603 is also eliminated. Therefore, the first ball direction changing section 261 and the second ball direction changing section 262 are provided side by side. Further, the game ball that has entered the first area 1241 is directed to the first ball passage 2681 or the out port 241 in the first ball direction changing portion 261. The game ball that has entered the second area 1242 is directed to the second ball passage 2682 or the out port 242 at the second ball direction changing unit 262.

Even with the means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. 11, in the first ball direction change unit 261, the game ball is directed to the first ball passage 2681 with a probability of 50%, and the out port 241 has a probability of 50%. Directed to. The game ball that has flowed down the first ball passage 2681 has a 50% probability of being directed to the first special figure starting port 230. On the other hand, in the second ball direction change unit 262, the game ball is directed to the second ball passage 2682 with a probability of 25% and to the out port 242 with a probability of 75%. The game ball that has flowed down the second ball passage 2682 has a 100% probability of being directed to the first special figure starting port 230. Therefore, even with the means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. 11, the game ball can move regardless of whether the game ball follows the first ball path 2601 or the second ball path 2602. The probability of being directed to the first special figure start port 230 is the same (25%). The means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. 11 has a simpler configuration than the means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. 8, and the flow of the game ball is easier for the player to understand. Even in the first modification shown in FIG. 11, even when the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 in the rotating body unit 28, the game ball is still in the first special figure start port 230. It is not always the case that a prize is won, and there is a case where the player deviates from the first special figure start port 230 and reaches the out port 240.

FIG. 12 is a diagram showing a second modification of the example shown in FIG. Here, too, the differences from the example shown in FIG. 8 will be mainly described, and duplicate explanations may be omitted.

In the second modification shown in FIG. 12, there is a region 125 before distribution, and the game ball that has entered the first region 1241 goes to the end of the right route 125R and to the left route 125L or the center route 125C from the middle. It may get in. Further, the game ball that has entered the second region 1242 may proceed to the end on the left route 125L, or may enter the right route 125R or the central route 125C from the middle.

When the game ball advances on the central route 125C, the game ball may enter the third ball path 2603 of the electric distribution unit 26 and win a prize in the general winning opening 227. If the general winning opening 227 is not won, the game ball proceeds on the third ball path 2603, passes through the effect switch 269, and is then discharged from the electric distribution unit 26 to the game area 124.

Further, in the means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. 12, the first ball direction changing portion 261 and the second ball direction changing portion 262 are removed from the means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. ing.

When the game ball advances on the right route 125R, the game ball is directed to the first ball passage 2681 or the third ball path 2603 in the third ball direction changing portion 263 of the electric distribution unit 26. .. When the game ball is directed to the first ball passage 2681, in the rotating body unit 28, the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 or the out port 240.

When the game ball advances on the left route 125L, the game ball is directed to the second ball passage 2682 or the third ball path 2603 in the fourth ball direction changing portion 264 of the electric distribution unit 26. .. When the game ball is directed to the second ball passage 2682, the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 in the rotating body unit 28.

In the third ball direction change section 263 or the fourth ball direction change section 264, the game ball directed to the third ball path 2603 is the third from the middle of the third ball path 2603 (downstream from the general winning opening 227). After flowing down the ball path 2603 and passing through the effect switch 269, it is discharged from the electric distribution unit 26 to the game area 124.

In the means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. 12, in the third ball direction change unit 263, the game ball is directed to the first ball passage 2681 with a probability of 50%, and the third ball has a probability of 50%. Directed to route 2603. The game ball that has flowed down the first ball passage 2681 has a 50% probability of being directed to the first special figure starting port 230. On the other hand, in the fourth ball direction change unit 264, the game ball is directed to the second ball passage 2682 with a probability of 25% and to the third ball path 2603 with a probability of 75%. The game ball that has flowed down the second ball passage 2682 has a 100% probability of being directed to the first special figure starting port 230. Therefore, even with the means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. 12, the game ball can move regardless of whether the game ball follows the first ball path 2601 or the second ball path 2602. The probability of being directed to the first special figure start port 230 is the same (25%). The means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. 12 has the same configuration as the means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. 11 as compared with the means for changing the movement of the game ball shown in FIG. It is simple and the flow of the game ball is easy for the player to understand. Even in the second modification shown in FIG. 12, even when the game ball is directed to the first special figure start port 230 in the rotating body unit 28, the game ball is still in the first special figure start port 230. It is not always the case that a prize is won, and there is a case where the player deviates from the first special figure start port 230 and reaches the out port 240.

FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a modified example of the third ball direction changing section 263 and the first ball direction changing section 261.

Both the direction changing member 2631 of the third ball direction changing portion 263 and the direction changing member 2611 of the first ball direction changing portion 261 shown in FIG. 13A are replaced with resin fixing members. The resin fixing member is also provided with right inclined surfaces 263R and 261R and left inclined surfaces 263L and 261L, respectively. The direction changing members 2631 and 2611 shown in FIG. 13A are not rotating but are fixedly arranged, but the right inclined surfaces 263R and 261R shown in FIG. 13A are always inclined toward the lower right. The left inclined surfaces 263L and 261L are always inclined toward the lower left. The game ball is directed to the left or to the right depending on how it hits the direction changing members 2631 and 2611.

The direction changing member 2631 of the third ball direction changing portion 263 and the direction changing member 2611 of the first ball direction changing portion 261 shown in FIG. 13B are both replaced with three resin game nails. These three resin game nails 239 are integrally molded with the base plates 2632 and 2612 of the direction changing members 2631 and 2611. Therefore, the angle of the game nail cannot be adjusted. The three game nails 239 are located at the vertices of the triangle, and the game ball is directed to the left or to the right depending on how it hits the three game nails 239.

A metal game nail may be used instead of the resin game nail.

Further, the direction changing members described with reference to FIG. 13 were those of the third ball direction changing section 263 and the first ball direction changing section 261 but the fourth ball direction changing section 264 and the second ball direction changing section. It may be 262.

FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an example in which the region 125 before distribution is changed. Hereinafter, the changes will be mainly described.

In the distribution front region 125 shown in FIG. 14, in addition to the right route 125R and the left route 125L, a first central route 125C1 and a second central route 125C2 are prepared. The right route 125R branches to the first central route 125C1, and the left route 125L branches to the second central route 125C2. However, the first central route 125C1 and the second central route 125C2 are not connected in the middle, and the game ball passing through the right route 125R may or may not enter the left route 125L or has passed through the left route 125L. The game ball may not enter the right route 125R.

In the example shown in FIG. 14, the ball passage 1245 is connected to the right route 125R, and the second region 1242 is connected to the left route 125L. Further, the right route 125R is connected to the first ball route 2601, and the left route 125L is connected to the second ball route 2602. The first central route 125C1 is connected to the third ball path 2603, and the second central route 125C2 is connected to the fourth ball path 2605. The fourth ball route 2605 is also provided with a general winning opening 227. The fourth ball path 2605 joins the third ball path 2603 at a position where the fourth ball direction changing portion 264 is provided. That is, the game ball directed to the right side in the fourth ball direction change unit 264 enters the third ball path 2603, and the game ball that has passed through the fourth ball path 2605 also enters the third ball path 2603 and is the third. The game ball directed to the left side in the ball direction changing portion 263 also enters the third ball path 2603.

FIG. 15 is a diagram showing an example in which the upstream portion of the third ball path 2603 in the electric distribution unit 26 is changed. Hereinafter, the changes will be mainly described.

The third ball route 2603 shown in FIG. 15 includes a winning route 2603W that wins the general winning opening 227, a left detour route 2603L that does not win the general winning opening 227 and flows down the left side of the general winning opening 227, and a general winning opening. The 227 is provided with a right detour route 2603R that flows down the right side of the general winning opening 227 without winning a prize. The winning route 2603W is a route that is easy to proceed when entering straight from the central route 125C.

Further, although the first ball path 2601 and the second ball path 2602 were provided side by side with the third ball path 2603 in between, they may be provided so as to overlap each other in the front-rear direction.

In the above description,
"The first ball direction changing means [for example, the first ball direction changing portion 261 shown in FIG. 11] that gives a change in the moving direction of the game ball, and
A second ball direction changing means [for example, a second ball direction changing unit 262 shown in FIG. 11] that changes the moving direction of the game ball, and
With
The first ball direction changing means directs the game ball to the first route [for example, a route toward the out port (here, out port 241) or a route passing through a route 2604 provided inside the electric distribution unit 26]. It is a means that can be changed to the first state [for example, the state in which the direction changing member 2611 is in the left-facing posture].
The first ball direction changing means directs the game ball to a second route [for example, a route toward the guidance port (here, the first guidance port 2613) or a route passing through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side]. [For example, the direction changing member 2611 is in a rightward posture].
The second ball direction changing means directs the game ball to the first route [for example, a route toward the out port (here, out port 242) or a route passing through a route 2604 provided inside the electric distribution unit 26. ] Is a means that can be changed to a second state [for example, a state in which the direction changing member 2621 is in a left-facing posture].
The second ball direction changing means directs the game ball to the second route [for example, a route toward the guidance port (here, the second guidance port 2623) or a route passing through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side]. It is a means that can be changed to four states [for example, a state in which the direction changing member 2621 is in a rightward posture].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was explained.

Since the game ball may pass through either of the two routes toward either of the two ball direction changing means, the player sees the rolling mode of the game ball changed by each ball direction changing means. Even if one of the ball direction changing means is dirty and it is difficult for the game ball to go to the target route, the game can be played with the expectation that the game ball will go to the other ball direction changing means.

The first route may be a route extending from the out port to the back side of the game board. This first route may be a route invisible to the player.

Further, the second route may be a route (first ball passage 2681, second ball passage 2682) toward the fifth ball direction changing means (for example, the rotating body unit 28). Alternatively, the second route may be a route to the winning means. This second route may be at least partly visible to the player. It should be noted that the winning means may be won without fail when passing through the second route, or the winning means may not be won even after passing through the second route.

again,
"The second route is a route in which the player is more likely to have an advantage by passing the game ball than the first route [for example, more prize balls can be obtained, and more prize balls can be obtained. , You can get a starting prize, etc.],
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

again,
"The first route is a route to the out port [for example, out ports 241,242].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The first route may be a route extending from the out port [for example, out ports 241,242].

again,
"The second route is a route toward the winning area [for example, the first special drawing start port 230].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

A game nail [for example, a metal game nail 238] may not be provided between the second route and the winning area.

again,
"The first ball direction changing means and the second ball direction changing means are provided side by side.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

again,
"Launching means [for example, launching device 110] and
A first region [for example, the first region 1241 shown in FIG. 11] provided on the upstream side of the first ball direction changing means.
A second region [for example, the second region 1242 shown in FIG. 11] provided on the upstream side of the second ball direction changing means, and
With
The first ball direction changing means is a means for a game ball that has passed through the first region to reach.
The second ball direction changing means is a means for the game ball that has passed through the second region to reach.
The launching means can launch a game ball into either the first region or the second region.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

It becomes possible for a player to launch a game ball aiming at passing the game ball through a ball direction changing means of his choice to play a game, or to appropriately change the ball direction changing means aimed at during the game. ..

The first ball direction changing means may be a means for the game ball that has passed through the first region to always reach.

Further, the second ball direction changing means may be a means for the game ball that has passed through the second region to always reach.

again,
"A game nail [for example, a metal game nail 238] is not provided between the first region and the first ball direction changing means.
A game nail [for example, a metal game nail 238] is not provided between the second region and the second ball direction changing means.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

again,
"The case where the second route is provided and the game ball is directed to the second route [for example, the route passing through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side] and the route other than the second route [for example, the out discharge surface]. A fifth ball direction changing means [for example, a rotating body unit 28], which may direct a game ball to a route passing through 289],
A first ball passage [for example, a first ball passage 2681] in which a game ball directed to the second route by the first ball direction changing means flows down toward the fifth ball direction changing means.
A second ball passage [for example, a second ball passage 2682] in which a game ball directed to the second route by the second ball direction changing means flows down toward the fifth ball direction changing means.
A game table characterized by being equipped with. 』\
Was also explained.

again,
"The first ball passage is not provided with a game nail [for example, a metal game nail 238].
The second ball passage is also not provided with a game nail [for example, a metal game nail 238].
A game nail [for example, a metal game nail 238] is not provided between the first ball passage and the fifth ball direction changing means.
A game nail [for example, a metal game nail 238] is not provided between the second ball passage and the fifth ball direction changing means.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

In the above description,
"The first ball direction changing means [for example, the first ball direction changing portion 261] that changes the moving direction of the game ball, and
A second ball direction changing means [for example, a second ball direction changing unit 262] that changes the moving direction of the game ball, and
With
The first ball direction changing means directs the game ball to a second route [for example, a route toward the guidance port (here, the first guidance port 2613) or a route passing through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side]. It is a means that can be changed at the first rate [for example, 50%].
The second ball direction changing means directs the game ball to the second route [for example, a route toward the guidance port (here, the second guidance port 2623) or a route passing through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side]. It is a means that can be changed at a second rate [for example, 25%].
The first ratio is higher than the second ratio,
The second route [for example, a route toward the guide port or a route passing through the taxiway 288 on the start port side] is a game ball via the first ball direction changing means [for example, the start port side with a probability of 50%]. The game ball via the second ball direction changing means [for example, passing through the route passing through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side] passes rather than passing through the taxiway 288. Easy route,
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was explained.

The player can enjoy watching the rolling mode of the game ball changed by each ball direction changing means, and even if one ball direction changing means is dirty and it is difficult for the game ball to go to the target route, the other ball direction changing means is used. You can play with the expectation that the game ball will head.

In the game table, a game ball heading for the second route via the second ball direction changing means heads for the second route via the first ball direction changing means. It is configured to be easier to pass through the second route than a sphere.

The second route may be a route (for example, the first ball passage 2681 and the second ball passage 2682) toward the fifth ball direction changing means (for example, the rotating body unit 28).

Further, a third ball direction changing means [for example, a third ball direction changing unit 263] provided on the upstream side of the first ball direction changing means is provided, and the first ball direction changing means [for example, the third ball direction changing means] is provided. The first ball direction changing unit 261] may be a means through which a game ball that has passed through the third ball direction changing means may pass. Further, a fourth ball direction changing means [for example, a fourth ball direction changing unit 264] provided on the upstream side of the second ball direction changing means is provided, and the second ball direction changing means [for example, the fourth ball direction changing means] is provided. The second ball direction changing unit 262] may be a means through which a game ball that has passed through the fourth ball direction changing means may pass. Further, the first ball direction changing means is a means through which a game ball that has passed through the fourth ball direction changing means does not pass, and the second ball direction changing means is the third ball. It may be a means that the game ball that has passed through the direction changing means does not pass.

again,
"The distance from the first ball direction changing means to the second route [for example, the distance including the length of the first ball passage 2681] and from the second ball direction changing means to the second route. [For example, the distance including the length of the second ball passage 2682] is different [for example, it is different because the second ball passage 2682 is longer than the first ball passage 2681].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

You can enjoy the time until the game ball heads for the second route and the rolling mode for each of the two ball direction changing means.

again,
"A first delay means provided between the first ball direction changing means and the second route, which can slow down the moving speed of the game ball [for example, one deceleration rib r1 and a delay. Means d1 and a plurality of deceleration ribs r2],
A second delay means [for example, one deceleration rib r3 and a delay means] provided between the second ball direction changing means and the second route, which can slow down the moving speed of the game ball. d2] and
With
The number of the first delay means and the number of the second delay means are different.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

again,
"When the game ball is directed to the second route [for example, the route passing through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side], and the game ball is directed to a route other than the second route [for example, the route passing through the out discharge surface 289]. A fifth ball direction changing means [for example, a rotating body unit 28] may be provided.
The fifth ball direction changing means is a case where a game ball passing through the first ball direction changing means [for example, the first ball direction changing unit 261] is directed to the second route [for example, a game ball]. In some cases when the ball falls on a pair of inclined plates 2833 and 2834], and in some cases when the ball goes to a route other than the second route [for example, when the game ball falls on the ball receiving ports 2831 and 2832]. be,
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The fifth ball direction changing means is a means for directing the game ball via the second ball direction changing means [for example, the second ball direction changing unit 262] to the second route. May be good.

Further, the guiding means is provided with a guiding means [for example, a rotating body unit 28] that may guide the game ball to the second route or guide the game ball to a route other than the second route. May be a means for guiding the game ball via the first ball direction changing means to the second route or to a route other than the second route. .. Further, the guiding means may be a means for guiding the game ball via the second ball direction changing means to the second route.

again,
"The game console according to any one of claims 1 to 4.
A game table including a second detection means [for example, the ball detection sensor 2841 shown in FIG. 6D] capable of detecting a game ball that has passed through the second route. 』\
Was also explained.

You can enjoy the rolling mode of the game ball toward the second detection means.

Further, even if the first ball direction changing means directs the game ball to the second route, the game ball does not always pass through the second route, and the second detection By providing the means, it may be possible to notify the player of the passage of the game ball through the second route (for example, payout of the prize ball by winning a prize or output of the payout sound).

again,
"The first ball direction changing means takes the game ball to the first route [for example, a route toward the out port (here, out port 241) or a route passing through a route 2604 provided inside the electric distribution unit 26. ] Is a means that can be changed to a state [for example, a state in which the direction changing member 2611 shown in FIG. 7 (c) is in a left-facing posture].
The second detection means is a means that cannot detect a game ball that has passed through the first route.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

When a special ball for the purpose of cheating (threaded ball, oiled ball, small ball, etc.) passes through the first route, the special ball is not detected by the second detecting means. In some cases, scratches or stains on the area after passing the first route can make it easier to see evidence of fraud when inspecting the game table.

The second route may be a route in which the player is more likely to have an advantage by passing the game ball than the first route.

Further, the mode may include a first detection means [for example, an out sensor] capable of detecting a game ball that has passed through the first route, and the first detection means is the second detection means. It may be a means that cannot detect a game ball that has passed through the route of. By doing so, when a special ball for the purpose of cheating (a ball with a thread, a ball with oil, a small ball, etc.) passes through the second route, the special ball becomes the first detection means. Since it is not detected, it may be easy to confirm the evidence of fraudulent activity when inspecting the game table due to scratches or dirt on the area after passing through the second route. The first detection means may be provided at the outlet end of the path 2604 provided inside the electric distribution unit 26, or may be provided on the gutter on the back side of the game board 200 where the out balls gather. It may be a gutter.

again,
"When the first ball direction changing means is in a state of directing the game ball toward the second route, the second ball direction changing means is also in a state of directing the game ball toward the second route. [For example, FIGS. 7 (a), (b), (d)],
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

Regardless of which ball direction changing means the game ball passes through, the game ball may be directed to the second route.

At a certain first timing, the state of the first ball direction changing means and the state of the second ball direction changing means may be in a state of directing the game ball to the second route. ..

again,
"Launching means [for example, launching device 110] and
A first region [for example, the first region 1241] provided on the upstream side of the first ball direction changing means, and
A second region [for example, the second region 1242] provided on the upstream side of the second ball direction changing means, and
With
The first ball direction changing means is a means that a game ball that has passed through the first region may reach.
The second ball direction changing means is a means that a game ball that has passed through the second region may reach.
The launching means can launch a game ball into either the first region or the second region.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

It becomes possible for a player to launch a game ball aiming at passing the game ball through a ball direction changing means of his choice to play a game, or to appropriately change the ball direction changing means aimed at during the game. ..

again,
"There is a case where the game ball that has passed through the first region does not reach either the first ball direction changing means or the second ball direction changing means [for example, passing through the third ball path 2603]. Is configured as
There is a case where the game ball that has passed through the second region does not reach either the first ball direction changing means or the second ball direction changing means [for example, passing through the third ball path 2603]. Is composed of,
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

In the above description,
"A third ball direction changing means [for example, a third ball direction changing portion 263] that changes the moving direction of the game ball, and
A fourth ball direction changing means [for example, a fourth ball direction changing portion 264] that changes the moving direction of the game ball, and
A fourth route through which the game ball can pass [for example, central route 125C],
With
The third ball direction changing means directs the game ball to a third route [for example, a route downstream of the general winning opening 227 in the third ball route 2603] [for example, FIG. 7 (d). ) Is a means that can be changed to the state of the direction changing member 2631].
The fourth ball direction changing means is a means capable of changing to a state in which the game ball is directed toward the third route [for example, the state of the direction changing member 2641 shown in FIG. 7 (d)].
The fourth route is a route through which a game ball can pass without passing through any of the third ball direction changing means and the fourth ball direction changing means.
The third route is a route that can be reached by a game ball that has passed through the fourth route.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was explained.

Since the game ball heads for the third route with or without passing through either of the two ball direction changing means, the rolling mode of the game ball up to the third route is changed by each ball direction changing means. There are cases where the player can enjoy watching the change of the ball direction, and there are cases where the player can enjoy watching the rolling mode of the game ball without going through each ball direction changing means.

again,
"The third route is a route in which the game ball that has passed through the fourth route may not reach [for example, the general winning opening 227 may be won].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

You may be able to enjoy the rolling mode of the game ball after passing through the fourth route.

again,
"The entrance [for example, general winning opening 227] provided between the fourth route and the third route is provided.
A game ball that has passed through the fourth route may enter the entrance.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

You may be able to enjoy the rolling mode of the game ball after passing through the fourth route.

The entrance may be an entrance (special figure start port or normal figure start port) where a lottery is performed when a game ball enters, or an entrance where a prize ball is generated when a game ball enters (a special figure start port or a normal figure start port). It may be a winning opening), or it may be an entrance (out opening) where a winning ball is not generated even if a game ball enters.

In addition, the game ball that has entered the entrance and passed through the entrance may head for the third route. That is, the entrance may be of a gate type.

Further, a plurality of entrances and exits may be provided between the fourth route and the third route, or a plurality of types of entrances and exits may be provided.

again,
"A game table characterized in that a plurality of routes [for example, a first ball route 2601 and a second ball route 2602] are provided between the fourth route and the third route. 』\
Was also explained.

You may be able to enjoy the rolling mode of the game ball after passing through the fourth route.

again,
"A first region [for example, a first region 1241] provided on the upstream side of the third ball direction changing means is provided.
The third ball direction changing means is a means in which a game ball that has passed through the first region arrives [for example, when traveling to the end on the right route 125R].
The fourth route is a route in which a game ball that has passed through the first region arrives [for example, when entering from the middle of the right route 125R].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The player may be able to enjoy where the game ball passes by the third route.

again,
"A second region [for example, a second region 1242] provided on the upstream side of the fourth ball direction changing means is provided.
The fourth ball direction changing means is a means in which a game ball that has passed through the second region arrives [for example, when traveling to the end on the left route 125L].
The fourth route is a route in which a game ball that has passed through the second region arrives [for example, when entering from the middle of the left route 125L].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The player may be able to enjoy where the game ball passes by the third route.

again,
"The first ball direction changing means [for example, the first ball direction changing portion 261] provided on the downstream side of the third ball direction changing means is provided.
The first ball direction changing means is a means through which a game ball that has passed through the third ball direction changing means may pass [for example, FIGS. 7 (a), (b), (c)].
The first ball direction changing means is a means through which a game ball heading for the third route does not pass [for example, FIG. 7 (d)].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

again,
"A second ball direction changing means [for example, a second ball direction changing unit 262] provided on the downstream side of the fourth ball direction changing means is provided.
The second ball direction changing means is a means through which a game ball that has passed through the fourth ball direction changing means may pass [for example, FIGS. 7 (a), 7 (b), (c)].
The second ball direction changing means is a means through which the game ball heading for the third route does not pass [for example, FIG. 7 (d)].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

again,
"The first ball direction changing means is a means capable of changing a state in which the game ball is directed to the first route [for example, the route toward the out port (here, the out port 241)].
The first ball direction changing means is a means capable of changing the game ball to a state of directing the game ball to a second route [for example, a route passing through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side].
The second ball direction changing means is a means capable of changing the game ball to a state in which the game ball is directed to the first route [for example, a route toward the out port (here, the out port 242)].
The second ball direction changing means is a means capable of changing the game ball to a state of directing the game ball to the second route [for example, a route passing through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side].
The first route is a route toward the out port [for example, out ports 241,242].
The second route is a route toward the winning area [for example, the first special drawing start port 230].
The third route is a route toward an area [for example, a part of the transparent game board 201] where the game nail [for example, the game nail 238] is provided.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The first route may be a route extending from the out port [for example, out ports 241,242] [for example, a route passing through a route 2604 provided inside the electric distribution unit 26]. The second route may be a route toward a fifth ball direction changing means (for example, a rotating body unit 28) (a route toward a guide port (first guide port 2613, second guide port 2623), or a first route. It may be a ball passage 2681, a second ball passage 2682). The third route may be a route toward a game area [for example, a game area 124]. Further, when the game ball that has passed through the third route reaches the entrance [for example, the general winning opening 226] provided in the game area [for example, a part of the transparent game board 201]. It may be configured to have an out port [for example, an out port 240] provided in a game area [[for example, a part of the transparent game board 201]]. It may be configured as follows.

In the above description,
"The first region [for example, the first region 1241], which is easy for the game ball to enter when the game ball is launched with the first firing intensity [for example, the relatively strong firing strength],
When the game ball is launched with a second firing intensity [for example, a relatively weak firing intensity], the second region [for example, the second region 1242] in which the game ball easily enters, and
With the first distribution means [for example, the first ball direction changing unit 261] through which the game ball entering from the first region can pass.
A second distribution means [for example, a second ball direction changing unit 262] through which a game ball entering from the second region can pass, and
With
The first distribution means may distribute the game ball in the first direction [for example, the right direction (direction of the first ball passage 2681)].
The second distribution means may distribute the game ball in the second direction [for example, the right direction (direction of the second ball passage 2682)].
When the first distribution means distributes the game ball in the first direction [for example, it occurs with a probability of 50%], the second distribution means distributes the game ball in the second direction. The second direction [for example, winning with 100% probability] is more likely than the case [for example, with a probability of 25%], but the second direction [for example, winning with a probability of 100%] is higher than the case [for example, winning with a probability of 50%]. It is a direction in which it is easy to win a prize in a certain winning means [for example, the first special figure starting port 230].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was explained.

According to this game table, the player can arbitrarily select whether to aim at the first area or the second area. Further, although it is difficult to be sorted in the direction in which it is easy to win the certain winning means, if it is sorted, it is easy to be sorted in the direction in which it is easy to win the prize in the second route and the certain winning means. , The first route, which is more difficult to win in the certain winning means than the second route, can be selected according to the preference of the player.

The first distribution means may distribute the game ball in a direction different from the first direction [for example, the left direction (direction of the out port 241)].

Further, the second distribution means may distribute the game ball in a direction different from the second direction [for example, the left direction (direction of the out port 242)].

again,
"The first area is an area in which a game ball launched in a striking method recommended in a certain game state [for example, a normal state] may enter.
The second area is an area in which a game ball launched in a striking method recommended in the certain game state [for example, a normal state] may enter.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

That is, the game ball launched in the recommended striking method in a certain gaming state may enter the first region or the second region. In other words, it is possible to allow the game ball to enter the first region or the second region by executing the recommended striking method in a certain gaming state.

In a common gaming state of a certain gaming state, the player can select the first region or the second region. That is, the player can arbitrarily select a route in one gaming state.

again,
"The game ball that has entered the first region reaches the first distribution means [for example, the first ball path 2601 → the third ball direction change unit 263 → the first ball path 2601 → the first ball direction change unit. A third region [for example, a region before distribution 125] that passes before [261] is provided.
In the third region, the game ball that has entered the second region reaches the second distribution means [for example, the second ball path 2602 → the fourth ball direction changing portion 264 → the second ball path 2602 →. It is also the area that passes before the second ball direction change part 262].
The game ball that has entered the first region reaches the second distribution means from the third region [for example, second ball path 2602 → fourth ball direction changing portion 264 → second ball path 2602 → second ball path 2602 → second ball path 2602 → first. 2 ball direction change part 262] may occur,
The game ball that has entered the second region reaches the first distribution means from the third region [for example, the first ball path 2601 → the third ball direction changing portion 263 → the first ball path 2601 → the first ball path 2601 → 1 ball direction change part 261] may occur,
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

That is, the game ball that has passed through the first region may change direction in the third region toward the second distribution means (rather than the first distribution means), and the second The game ball that has passed through the region may change direction in the third region toward the first distribution means (rather than the second distribution means).

While selecting one area, the rolling direction of the game ball may change accidentally, and the same flow of the game ball as when entering the other area may be confirmed.

again,
"The first region and the second region are adjacent regions [for example, regions adjacent to each other in the left-right direction].
A game ball launched with the first firing intensity may enter the second region.
A game ball launched with the second firing intensity may enter the first region.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

While aiming at one area, the rolling direction of the game ball may change accidentally, and the same flow of the game ball as when aiming at the other area may be confirmed.

again,
"A fifth distribution means [for example, a rotating body unit 28] provided in front of the certain winning means [for example, the first special figure starting port 230] is provided.
The fifth distribution means is a means through which the game balls distributed in the first direction by the first distribution means [for example, the game balls flowing down the first ball passage 2681] pass through.
The fifth distribution means is a means through which the game balls distributed in the second direction by the second distribution means [for example, the game balls flowing down the second ball passage 2682] pass through.
The game ball [for example, 100% reaching the start port side taxiway 288] distributed in the second direction by the second distribution means is distributed in the first direction by the first distribution means. Rather than the game ball [for example, reaching the start port side taxiway 288 with a 50% probability], the fifth distribution means guides the player to the certain winning means [for example, passes through the start port side taxiway 288]. ] Easy to do
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Was also explained.

That is, a game ball provided with a guiding means [for example, a rotating body unit 28] provided in front of the certain winning means, and the guiding means is distributed in the first direction by the first distribution means. [For example, a game ball flowing down the first ball passage 2681] is a means through which the guiding means is a game ball [for example, a second ball] distributed in the second direction by the second distribution means. The game ball flowing down the ball passage 2682] is a means through which the game ball [for example, 100% reaches the start port side taxiway 288] distributed in the second direction by the second distribution means. , Rather than the game ball distributed in the first direction by the first distribution means [for example, reaching the start port side taxiway 288 with a probability of 50%], the guidance means is used to reach the certain winning means. It may be configured to facilitate guidance [for example, passing through the taxiway 288 on the starting port side]. The guiding means is a game ball distributed in the second direction by the second distribution means, rather than a game ball distributed in the first direction by the first distribution means. It is easy to guide to the certain winning means.

Further, the guiding means is guided by the second sorting means rather than the probability that the guiding means guides the game ball distributed in the first direction by the first sorting means to the certain winning means. The probability of guiding the game ball distributed in the second direction to the certain winning means is higher. That is, the probability of winning a prize from the guiding means to the certain winning means is determined by the second sorting means rather than the game ball distributed in the first direction by the first sorting means. The game balls distributed in the direction are higher.

Ultimately, it is sufficient to pay attention to the guidance means, so that even if a plurality of routes are provided, the winning route can be shown in an easy-to-understand manner for the player.

again,
"The advantage of the player who has entered the game ball into the first area and the advantage of the player who has entered the game ball into the second area do not change [for example, the game ball is the first special figure. The probability of being directed to the starting port 230 is the same at 25%],
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Was also explained.

There are no nails in the distribution control design of the first distribution means, the distribution control design of the second distribution means, and the vicinity of the first distribution means and the vicinity of the second distribution means. The design is the same in terms of points, but there may be slight differences due to individual differences. However, it is not enough for the player to experience.

Even if the probability that the game ball that has entered the first area wins the certain winning means and the probability that the game ball that has entered the second area wins the certain winning means are the same. good. The same here means almost the same, considering that extremely rare events occur. That is, it means that they include substantially the same.

again,
"A display means [for example, a decorative pattern display device 208] is provided.
The display means is a means for displaying an explanatory display relating to at least one of the first region and the second region [for example, FIGS. 9 (a), (b), (d) to (f)].
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Was also explained.

It should be noted that the display means is an explanatory display relating to the fact that the advantage of the player who has entered the game ball into the first area and the advantage of the player who has entered the game ball into the second area do not change. [For example, the explanatory display shown in FIG. 9B] may be displayed.

Further, although the display means is more likely to occur in the first case than in the second case, the second direction is a direction in which a certain winning means is more likely to be won than the first direction. An explanatory display [for example, an explanatory display shown in FIG. 9 (f)] may be displayed.

Further, the display means may display explanatory displays relating to both the first region and the second region [for example, the explanatory display shown in FIG. 9 (f)], the first. The explanatory display [for example, the explanatory display shown in FIG. 9 (d)] relating to only the first region of the region and the second region may be displayed, or only the second region. The explanatory display [for example, the explanatory display shown in FIG. 9 (e)] may be displayed.

It should be noted that a third distribution means [for example, a change in the direction of the third ball], which is arranged between the first region and the first distribution means and through which a game ball entering from the first region can pass. Section 263] may be provided. The third distribution means may distribute the game ball in a direction toward the first distribution means and in a direction not so. Further, a fourth distribution means [for example, a change in the direction of the fourth ball], which is arranged between the second region and the second distribution means and through which a game ball entering from the second region can pass. Section 264] may be provided. The fourth distribution means may distribute the game ball in a direction toward the second distribution means and in a direction not so. By providing the third distribution means and the fourth distribution means, the amount of game balls toward the certain winning means can be finely adjusted.

Further, another winning area (for example, the second special drawing starting port 232) is provided in the vicinity of the first special drawing starting port 230, and the taxiway 288 on the starting port side, the first special drawing starting port 230 and other winning areas are provided. A new sorting device (for example, the sorting unit 291 shown in FIGS. 20B and 20C described later) may be provided between the region and the region. With this new distribution device, distribution may be further performed between the first special figure start port 230 and another winning area. Further, a V winning area is provided in place of the starting port 230 of the first special figure, and a new distribution device provided between the taxiway 288 on the starting port side and the V winning area provides the V winning area and other areas ( For example, further distribution may be performed between the out ports). In addition, a first large winning opening is provided in place of the first special drawing starting port 230, and a new distribution device provided between the taxiway 288 on the starting opening side and the first large winning opening provides a first large winning opening. Further distribution may be performed between and other areas (for example, the second big winning opening). Here, there is a chance of winning a V when passing through the first big winning opening, but there may be a mode in which there is no chance of winning a V even if passing through the second big winning opening. Further, a large winning opening is provided in place of the first special figure starting port 230, and a new distribution device provided between the taxiway 288 on the starting opening side and the large winning opening allows the large winning opening and other areas ( For example, it may be further distributed among the general winning openings). The general winning opening referred to here corresponds to a general winning opening that increases the number of prize balls in addition to winning a prize in the big winning opening during a big hit game.

It can also be applied to blade accessories in so-called two types of models. That is, an accessory (for example, a pair) including a first movable member that can move in one direction (for example, a left blade member that opens to the left) and a second movable member that can move in the other direction (for example, a right blade member that opens to the right). Of the blade members), the area where the first movable member is movable and the game ball can enter is defined as the first area 1241, and the area where the second movable member is movable and the game ball can enter is the first area. Two regions are set to 1242. Then, a V winning area is provided in place of the first special figure starting port 230. By doing so, in a gaming state in which the accessory having the first movable member and the second movable member is movable, if the movement of the first movable member is aimed at, the rotating body unit 28 is guided to the rotating body unit 28 with high probability, but V. The winning probability in the winning area is low, and if the movement of the second movable member is aimed at, the guidance to the rotating body unit 28 is low probability, but the winning in the V winning area is high probability. However, regardless of whether the game ball enters the first region 1241 and advances on the first ball path 2601, or enters the second region 1242 and advances on the second ball path 2602. The probability that the game ball will be directed to the V winning area is the same.

The electric distribution unit 26 is not provided with a game nail, and the rotating body unit 28 is also not provided with a game nail. Further, no game nail is provided between the outlet opening 2881 of the taxiway 288 on the starting port side and the starting port 230 of the first special drawing. Therefore, the game nail is attached to the route such as the first ball path 2601 → the third ball direction change part 263 → the first ball direction change part 261 → the first ball passage 2681 → the rotating body unit 28 → the first special figure start port 230. It will not be provided. In addition, the game nail can also be used for routes such as the second ball path 2602 → the fourth ball direction change part 264 → the second ball direction change part 262 → the second ball passage 2682 → the rotating body unit 28 → the first special drawing start port 230. It will not be provided. As shown in FIG. 4, a game nail is provided in the distribution front area 125, but even if there is a game nail, in the end, the third ball direction change portion 263 or the fourth ball direction change portion 264 If guided, the probability that the game ball will be directed to the first special figure start port 230 is the same regardless of which route is taken, so it can be said that the structure allows the player to play the game with peace of mind. Further, even if the electric distribution unit 26 is hit through the transparent plate member 118 (see FIG. 1), the direction change of the game ball in each ball direction change portion is not affected. Further, even if the rotating body unit 28 is hit through the transparent plate member 118, the guidance of the game ball in the rotating body unit 28 is not affected. From these facts, the act of hitting by the player is meaningless, and it can be expected that the player who knows this will stop hitting.

Subsequently, the general winning opening 227 provided at a position on the third ball path 2603 on the upstream side of the position where the game ball enters by the direction changing member 2631,2641 will be described in detail.

FIG. 16A is a partially enlarged perspective view of the third ball path 2603 in a vertical cross section, but hatching of the cut surface is omitted. In FIG. 16A, the front side on the right side of the paper surface is the front side, and the back side on the left side of the paper surface is the rear side. Further, FIG. 17 is a partially enlarged side view when the third ball path 2603 is cross-sectionald in the vertical direction, but hatching of the cut surface is omitted. In FIG. 17, the right side of the paper surface is the front side, and the left side of the paper surface is the rear side.

As shown in FIGS. 16 and 17, no game nail is provided on the third ball path 2603. 16 and 17 show the entrance 2603s of the third ball path 2603 connected to the end of the central route 125C (see FIG. 17). At the entrance 2603s, the front wall 2603f portion is inclined downward toward the rear side, and the rear wall 2603b portion is inclined downward toward the front side, so that the game ball is inclined toward the intermediate position side in the front-rear direction on the third ball path 2603. You will be guided.

Further, FIGS. 16 and 17 also show a front wall 2603f and a rear wall 2603b forming the third ball path 2603 of the electric distribution unit 26. The general winning opening 227 is an opening provided in the rear wall 2603b. That is, the general winning opening 227 opens toward the rear side (back side). Of the edges defining the general winning opening 227, the upper end portion 227a projects downward. Further, it can be said that the general winning opening 227 is opened diagonally upward.

FIG. 16B is a diagram showing a cross-sectional shape of the third ball path 2603 when the entrance 2603s portion of the third ball path 2603 is cross-sectionald in the horizontal direction.

In FIG. 16B, the upper part of the figure is the front side and the lower part of the figure is the rear side. As shown in FIG. 16, a ridge portion 2603t extending in the vertical direction and protruding forward is formed in a portion of the rear wall 2603b between the entrance 2603s and the general winning opening 227. In FIG. 16B, the game ball B is shown by a solid line and a alternate long and short dash line. The game ball B shown by the solid line is a game ball B in a state of being in contact with the ridge portion 2603t. On the other hand, the game ball B'shown by the alternate long and short dash line is a game ball in a state of being closer to the right rear side. In the third ball path 2603 shown in FIG. 16B, dust Du is accumulated in the right rear corner. The game ball B'shown by the alternate long and short dash line hits the ridge portion 2603t and cannot completely approach the right rear corner of the third ball path 2603, so that it is avoided from coming into contact with the dust Du, and the game ball is dusted. Is prevented from adhering.

The ridge portion 2603t is provided with an inclined portion SL1 inclined downward toward the front side on the entrance 2603s side, and the game ball is directed toward the front side by the inclined portion SL1. On the general winning opening 227 side of the ridge portion 2603t, an inclined portion SL2 inclined downward toward the rear side is provided. This inclined portion SL2 continues to the edge defining the general winning opening 227. Further, a protrusion 2603p is formed on the front wall 2603f at a position facing the general winning opening 227. The protrusion 2603p is provided with a guide curved surface CS that guides the game ball toward the general winning opening 227. The guide curved surface CS is composed of a curved surface toward the general winning opening 227. A path toward the general winning opening 227 is formed in the third ball path 2603 by the inclined portion SL2 following the edge defining the general winning opening 227 and the guide curved surface CS provided on the protrusion 2603p. This route is a route toward the general winning opening 227 diagonally downward from above the general winning opening 227. In FIG. 16A, a game ball B that has flowed down to the front of this path and a solid arrow indicating the movement of the game ball B along this path are shown. The game ball that has entered the general winning opening 227 advances toward the rear side (back side) and then falls downward as shown by the dotted arrow. The game ball that has fallen downward is detected by a ball detection sensor (not shown). When this ball detection sensor detects a game ball, it is assumed that the general winning opening 227 has been won, and the payout device 152 is driven, and a predetermined number (for example, 4) of balls are used as prize balls in the ball storage plate 126. Discharge. The ball that has entered the general winning opening 227 is guided to the back side of the pachinko machine 100 and then discharged to the game island side.

FIG. 18 is a diagram showing a process until the game ball enters the general winning opening 227 provided in the middle of the third ball path 2603 and a state in which the game ball cannot enter. FIG. 18 is a cross-sectional view of the third sphere path 2603 in the vertical direction, which is a schematic representation of the structures shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 for easy understanding, with the left side of the paper facing the front side. The right side of the page is the rear side.

FIG. 18A shows how the game ball B enters the third ball path 2603 from the entrance 2603s of the third ball path 2603. In FIG. 18A, the rear wall 2603b and the ridge portion 2603t shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 are integrally represented, but the game ball B flows down along the front wall 2603f due to the inclination of the inclined portion SL1. It's easier to do. When the game ball B flows down along the front wall 2603f, the moving direction of the game ball B is easily directed to the rear (back side) by the guide curved surface CS provided on the protrusion 2603p. When the passing game ball comes into contact with the protrusion 2603p, the protrusion 2603p changes the movement of the game ball.

The game ball B not only flows down along the front wall 2603f, but may also flow down along the rear wall 2603b. In this case, as in the game ball B'' shown by the alternate long and short dash line in FIG. 18A, the upper end portion 227a protruding downward from the edge defining the general winning opening 227 collides with the general winning opening 227. Is hindered from entering.

FIG. 18B shows how the game ball B flows down along the front wall 2603f and the game ball reaches the guide curved surface CS provided on the protrusion 2603p. The guide curved surface CS is provided at a position facing the general winning opening 227. Further, the guide curved surface CS is provided at a position separated from the general winning opening 227. Further, the guide curved surface CS is provided at a position on the player side of the general winning opening 227. When the game ball B has an appropriate momentum, as indicated by the arrow A, the game ball B enters the general winning opening 227 from the guide curved surface CS. On the other hand, if the momentum of the game ball B is completely insufficient, as indicated by the arrow B, the game ball B advances in the direction of falling from the guide curved surface CS. The game ball B that has advanced in the direction of falling from the guide curved surface CS passes through the effect switch 269 shown in FIG. 4 and is discharged from the electric distribution unit 26.

FIG. 18C shows how the game ball B rides on the lower end portion of the edge defining the general winning opening 227. The game ball B shown in FIG. 18 (c) has reached the general winning opening 227, and then heads toward the rear side (back side) from the general winning opening 227 as shown by the arrow shown in FIG. 18 (c). Proceed.

On the other hand, in FIG. 18D, the momentum of the game ball B is slightly insufficient, and the game ball B collides with the game ball B before it gets on the lower end portion of the edge defining the general winning opening 227. Then, as the arrow indicates, it flows down the third ball path 2603.

In the above explanation, it has been explained that depending on the momentum of the game ball B, the general winning opening 227 may or may not be won, but the momentum of the game ball B is related to the moving speed of the game ball. Further, the moving direction of the game ball B and the state of the moving game ball (for example, the spin state, etc.) also affect the winning of the general winning opening 227.

FIG. 19 is a view showing a modified example of the third ball path 2603, which is a cross-sectional view when the third ball path 2603 is cross-sectionald in the vertical direction, with the left side of the paper surface being the front side and the right side of the paper surface being the rear side. Become. In the following explanation, duplicate explanations are omitted, and there is a place to mainly explain the characteristic parts of the modified examples. Further, the components having the same names as the components described so far will be described with the same reference numerals as those used so far. Further, in FIG. 19, the general winning opening 227 is indicated by an arrow in order to show it in an easy-to-understand manner.

FIG. 19A is an example in which the protrusion 2603p is removed from the front wall 2603f. As described above, the protrusion 2603p changes the movement of the game ball when the passing game ball comes into contact with it. However, even without the protrusion 2603p, the momentum (movement speed) of the game ball B and the game ball Depending on the moving direction of B and the state of the moving game ball, the player may enter the general winning opening 227.

The third sphere path 2603 itself may be replaced with one having an inverted conical peripheral surface whose diameter gradually decreases toward the downstream side. When the game ball B flows down (flows down in a spiral shape) while orbiting its peripheral surface, it becomes easy to enter the general winning opening 227. In this case, when the game ball passing on the upstream side of the position where the general winning opening 227 is provided comes into contact with the peripheral surface of the inverted cone, the movement of the game ball is changed.

Further, a structure having the same structure as the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 (see FIG. 4), which will be described in detail later, may be provided between the entrance 2603s of the third ball path 2603 and the general winning opening 227. In this case, a force for moving in the circumferential direction is applied to the game ball passing upstream from the position where the general winning opening 227 is provided, and the movement of the game ball changes laterally.

FIG. 19B is an example in which the upper end portion 227a protruding downward from the edge defining the general winning opening 227 is not provided. The general winning opening 227 shown in FIG. 19 (a) was an opening provided diagonally with respect to the third ball path 2603 (see the arrow shown in FIG. 19 (a)), which is shown in FIG. 19 (b). The general winning opening 227 is an opening provided in parallel with the third ball path 2603 (see the arrow shown in FIG. 19B). Even such a general winning opening 227 may enter the general winning opening 227 depending on the momentum (moving speed) of the game ball B, the moving direction of the game ball B, and the state of the moving game ball. Moreover, in the example shown in FIG. 19B, since the protrusion 2603p is provided, the movement of the game ball is changed, and it is easy to enter the general winning opening 227.

FIG. 19C is an example in which the protrusion 2603p is removed from the example shown in FIG. 19B as in the example shown in FIG. 19A. Depending on the momentum (movement speed) of the game ball B, the movement direction of the game ball B, and the state of the moving game ball, the general winning opening 227 shown in FIG. 19 (c) may also be entered. In the third ball path 2603 shown in FIG. 19 (c), the game ball B flowing down upstream of the general winning opening 227 is more likely to flow down downstream of the third ball path 2603 than entering the general winning opening 227. It may be a route. On the other hand, the third ball path 2603 shown in FIGS. 16 to 18 may also be a ball path in which the game ball B is more likely to flow downstream of the third ball path 2603 than the approach to the general winning opening 227. In the third ball path 2603 shown in FIGS. 16 to 18, the game ball B flowing down upstream from the general winning opening 227 is moved to the downstream side of the third ball path 2603 by increasing the guide curved surface CS of the protrusion 2603p. The ball route may be set so that it is easier to enter the general winning opening 227 than the flow of the.

Further, here, the same structure as the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 (see FIG. 4) may be provided between the entrance 2603s of the third ball path 2603 and the general winning opening 227. Further, when the pachinko machine 100 itself is installed on the island facility, the inclination of the entire pachinko machine 100 in the front-rear direction can be adjusted. If this is done, it will be easier to enter through the general winning opening 227. The tilt adjustment of the pachinko machine 100 in the front-rear direction when installed on this island facility can be applied to the examples shown in FIGS. 16 to 18 and others.

The general winning opening 227 is an opening through which the game ball enters toward the rear (back side), but the technique described here can also be applied to the opening through which the game ball enters toward the front.

FIG. 20 is a diagram showing another example in which an entrance of a game ball opened toward the rear side (back side) is provided in the middle of the ball path.

FIG. 20A is a cross-sectional view of the third ball path 2603 in the vertical direction, with the left side of the paper surface being the front side and the right side of the paper surface being the rear side. The third ball path 2603 shown in FIG. 20A is also not provided with a game nail, and the third ball path 2603 is provided with two general winning openings 227. That is, another general winning opening 227 is provided with the same structure further downstream of the same structure as the structure provided with the general winning opening 227 shown in FIG. An inclined portion SL1 is also provided on the rear side between the general winning opening 227 on the upstream side and the general winning opening 227 on the downstream side, so that the game ball B can easily flow down along the front wall 2603f.

An out opening may be provided instead of the general winning opening 227 on the downstream side. Further, one or a plurality of general winning openings 227 may be provided further downstream than the general winning opening 227 on the downstream side, and three or more winning openings may be provided on the third ball path 2603.

FIG. 20B shows a distribution unit 291 that distributes game balls to the first flow path 2301 provided with the first special figure start port 230 and the second flow path 2321 provided with the second special figure start port 232. Is a view seen from the front, and FIG. 3C is a cross-sectional view taken along the line AA'of the distribution unit 291 shown in FIG. In FIG. 20B, the front side of the paper surface is the front side, and the back side of the paper surface is the rear side. Further, in FIG. 20 (c), the left side of the paper surface is the front side, and the right side of the paper surface is the rear side. In FIG. 20C, each entrance / exit is indicated by an arrow in order to show it in an easy-to-understand manner.

As shown in FIGS. 20 (b) and 20 (c), neither the first flow path 2301 nor the second flow path 2321 is provided with a game nail. Further, as shown in FIG. 20B, the distribution unit 291 has a distribution unit 2912 that distributes the game ball that has entered from the unit entrance 2911 to the left and right flow paths. The distribution unit 2912 changes the distribution posture according to the weight of the game ball. In the distribution unit 291, the portion provided with the unit entrance 2911, the distribution unit 2912, and the out ports 243 and 244 is transparent or translucent, and the player can visually recognize how the distribution unit 2912 distributes the game ball B. It is possible. Since the distribution unit 2912 changes its distribution posture depending on how the game ball hits and the movement of the game ball (for example, spin, etc.), it is impossible to predict the posture of the distribution unit 2912 and launch the game ball. In the distribution unit 291, the left flow path becomes the first flow path 2301, and the right flow path becomes the second flow path 2321.

The distribution unit 2912 may be rotated left and right by a motor. In this case, the distribution unit 2912 may not use a random number as in the direction changing member 2631 described with reference to FIG. You just have to make regular movements.

As shown in FIG. 20 (c), the distribution unit 291 is provided on the front surface of the game board 201. The second flow path 2321 of the distribution unit 291 has a second special drawing start port 232 (see the solid arrow) that opens upward and an out port 244 that opens toward the rear side (back side). It is provided. The out port 244 is located near the front surface of the game board 201, and the game ball that has entered the out port 244 heads toward the back side of the game board 201. Further, the downstream side of the second flow path 2321 from the position where the second special drawing start port 232 is provided may be made opaque so that the player cannot see it, but this is also made transparent or translucent for the game. It may be visible to a person.

The position of the second special drawing start port 232 may be a position on the bottom wall 2321b of the second flow path 2321 (for example, refer to the arrow of the two-dot chain line), and in the case of this position, the second special drawing Like the out port 244, the start port 232 opens toward the rear side (back side). Further, the out port 244 is located above the second special drawing start port 232. The position of the out port 244 and the position of the second special figure start port 232 may be reversed. In this case, the second special figure start port 232 is located above the out port 244. ..

Both the second special figure start port 232 indicated by the solid line arrow and the second special figure start port 232 indicated by the two-dot chain line arrow are provided in the middle of the extending direction of the second flow path 2321. It is a thing. On the other hand, the out port 244 is provided in a direction intersecting the extending direction of the second flow path 2321 (here, a direction substantially orthogonal to each other), and more specifically, it is provided in the front-rear direction. be. At the downstream end of the second flow path 2321, a ball detection sensor 2322 for detecting a game ball that has passed through the second special figure start port 232 is provided.

Although the second flow path 2321 has been described above with reference to FIG. 20 (c), the same applies to the first flow path 2301.

Further, the configuration of the second special figure start port 232 and the out port 244 described with reference to FIG. 20 (c) may be applied to the special figure 1 start chucker 23 shown in FIG. 3 (c). That is, the first special figure start port 230 shown in FIG. 3 (c) has the configuration of the second special figure start port 232 shown in FIG. The interval of one game ball or more provided between the start port 230 and the start port 230 may be configured as the out port 244 shown in FIG. 20 (c). In this case, the left and right distances of one game ball or more provided between the outlet opening 2881 of the taxiway 288 on the starting port side and the starting port 230 of the first special figure are eliminated. For example, it is blocked by a wall. In this configuration, the game balls discharged from the out outlets 289L and 289R shown in FIG. 3C have a 100% probability of reaching the out outlet 240 shown in FIG. 3A. However, one of the left and right intervals of one game ball or more provided between the exit opening 2881 of the taxiway 288 on the starting port side and the starting port 230 of the first special figure is left, and from this interval. It may be a mode that allows the entry and exit of the game ball.

FIG. 21 is a diagram showing an example in which the game ball is moved laterally in the middle of the ball path, and then the game ball enters the entrance of the game ball opened toward the rear side (back side). In FIG. 21, the front side of the paper surface is the front side, and the back side of the paper surface is the rear side. Further, also in FIG. 21, the entrance 2606W is indicated by an arrow in order to show it in an easy-to-understand manner.

FIG. 21A is a diagram showing an example of a ball passage in which the third ball path 2603 described with reference to FIG. 18 is rotated by 90 degrees and arranged.

No game nail is also provided in the ball path 2606 shown in FIG. 21 (a). At the entrance 2606s of the ball path 2606, the right side wall 2606R is inclined downward longer toward the inside of the passage than the left side wall 2606L. Therefore, the game ball B tends to approach the left side wall 2606L.

In the middle of the right side wall 2606R, the entrance 2606W of the game ball is open. The entrance 2606W may be a general winning opening, a large winning opening, a special drawing starting opening, or an out opening. The entrance 2606W is opened in the lateral direction. Of the edges defining the entrance 2606W, the upper end portion 2606a projects downward. Further, the right side wall 2606R is provided with an inclined portion SL3 connected to the upper end portion 2606a. It can be said that the entrance 2606W is opened diagonally upward to the left.

On the other hand, on the left side wall 2606L, a protrusion 2606p is formed at a position facing the entrance 2606W. The protrusion 2606p is provided with a guide curved surface CS that guides the game ball toward the entrance 2606W. The guide curved surface CS is composed of a curved surface toward the entrance 2606W. The sphere path 2606 shown in FIG. 21A is formed with a path toward the entrance 2606W by the inclined portion SL3 following the edge defining the entrance 2606W and the guide curved surface CS provided on the protrusion 2606p. There is. This route is a route from above the entrance 2606W toward the entrance 2606W diagonally downward.

When the game ball B flows down along the left side wall 2606L, the moving direction of the game ball B is easily directed to the right side by the guide curved surface CS provided on the protrusion 2606p. When the passing game ball comes into contact with the protrusion 2606p, the protrusion 2606p changes the movement of the game ball.

The game ball B not only flows down along the left side wall 2606L, but may also flow down along the right side wall 2606R. In this case, it collides with the upper end portion 2606a, and the entry to the entrance 2606W is hindered. The game ball B that has not entered the entrance 2606W advances downstream of the ball path 2606.

At the back of the entrance 2606W (lower right in FIG. 21A), an approach area 2606E having a space larger than one game ball is provided. A flow path 2606K is formed in the approach region 2606E toward the rear side. The flow path 2606K opens in the game plate 201 and serves as a passage for the game ball B to flow down to the back side of the pachinko machine 100. The game ball that has entered the entrance 2606W enters the flow path 2606K, is guided to the back side of the pachinko machine 100 through the flow path 2606K, and is then discharged to the game island side. A ball detection sensor for detecting a game ball is provided in the flow path 2606K.

FIG. 21B is a diagram showing an example in which the protrusion 2606p shown in FIG. 21A is removed and a plurality of convex portions 2606T are provided instead.

The right wall 2606R of the ball path 2606 shown in FIG. 21A is provided with a convex portion 2606T protruding inward of the ball passage, one on the upstream side of the entrance 2606W and one on the downstream side of the entrance 2606W. Has been done. On the other hand, on the left side wall 2606L of the ball path 2606 shown in FIG. 21B, one convex portion 2606T is provided at a position facing the entrance 2606W. In the ball path 2606 shown in FIG. 21A, convex portions 2606T are alternately provided on the right side wall 2606R and the left side wall 2606L along the flow direction of the game ball. The game ball B is directed diagonally downward to the left by the convex portion 2606T provided on the upstream side of the right side wall 2606R. If there is a convex portion 2606T provided on the left side wall 2606L ahead of the game ball B, the convex portion 2606T in turn directs the game ball B diagonally downward to the right. If there is an entrance 2606W ahead of the game ball B, the game ball B may enter the entrance 2606W. When the passing game balls B come into contact with the plurality of convex portions 2606T shown in FIG. 21B, the movement of the game balls B is changed.

In the ball path 2606 shown in FIG. 21B, the upper end portion 2606a protruding downward from the edge defining the entrance 2606W is also removed, and the entrance 2606W is an opening provided in parallel with the ball path 2606. 21 (b)). Even with such an entrance 2606W, the movement of the game ball is changed by the plurality of convex portions 2606T, and it is easy to enter the entrance 2606W.

FIG. 21 (c) is an example in which a plurality of convex portions 2606T are removed from the example shown in FIG. 21 (b). Depending on the momentum (movement speed) of the game ball B, the movement direction of the game ball B, and the state of the moving game ball, the entrance 2606W shown in FIG. 21 (c) may also be entered. Further, a structure having the same structure as the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 (see FIG. 4) may be provided between the inlet 2606s and the entrance 2606W of the ball path 2606.

In the above description,
"The first ball passage through which the game ball passes [for example, the third ball path 2603, the first flow path 2301, the second flow path 2321, the ball path 2606],
A first winning opening provided in the middle of the first ball passage [for example, a general winning opening 227, a first special drawing starting port 230, a second special drawing starting port 232, an entrance 2606W],
With
The first winning opening is opened in a wall surface [for example, a rear wall 2603b, a game board 201].
When the game ball that has entered the first ball passage wins the first winning opening [for example, FIG. 18C], the first winning opening passes through the first winning opening. It is configured so that there is also a case of reaching the downstream side from the position where the mouth is provided [for example, FIG. 18 (d)].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was explained.

By providing the first winning opening in the middle of the first ball passage, the game area can be made compact and the area other than the game area can be enlarged.

The first ball passage may be a passage partitioned by a wall surface or a passage formed by a wall surface.

The wall surface may be the front surface of the game board.

The first winning opening may be formed in a ball passage unit [for example, an electric distribution unit 26, a distribution unit 291], or may be an opening in a game board.

The first winning opening may be a variable winning opening or a general winning opening. Further, it may be a special drawing start port or a normal drawing start port.

The first prize opening may be one in which a prize ball is paid out when a prize is won, and when it enters, it may be guided to the back side of the pachinko machine and then discharged to the game island side, or a gate. It may remain in the game area even after entering as in.

again,
"A second ball passage formed by a game nail [for example, right route 125R, center route 125C, and left route 125L in the front area 125 before distribution] is provided.
The first ball passage is a ball passage without a game nail.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

Since the winning rate of the first winning opening does not change due to external factors (for example, adjustment of game nails by a game store), both professionals and amateurs can play equally.

A second ball passage formed by metal game nails may be provided, and the first ball passage may be a ball passage not provided with metal game nails. That is, the first ball passage may be provided with a resin game nail. The resin game nail may be integrally formed with the game board or the ball passage unit.

Alternatively, the game nail may be made of resin.

again,
"Protrusion 2603p, the same structure as the second upstream ball delay portion 2653, convex portion 2606T" is provided.
A game ball in contact with the change-imparting means is configured to be easier to win in the first winning opening than a game ball in non-contact with the change-imparting means.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The player can enjoy how the flow direction of the game ball is changed by the change giving means.

The first ball passage is provided with a change-imparting means that changes the movement of the game ball when the game ball passing upstream from the position where the first winning opening is provided comes into contact with the first ball passage. It may be.

again,
"The change-imparting means is provided at a position away from the first winning opening [for example, a position upstream of the first winning opening].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The player can enjoy entering the first winning opening or flowing down the downstream of the first ball passage depending on the ball power and direction of the game ball away from the change-imparting means.

again,
"The change-imparting means is provided at a position facing the first winning opening [for example, a position of a wall surface facing the wall surface].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The player can predict and enjoy the flow destination of the game ball whose flow direction has been changed by the change imparting means.

again,
"The change-imparting means is provided at a position on the player side [for example, the position of the front wall 2603f] with respect to the first winning opening [for example, the opening (227) provided in the rear wall 2603b]. be,
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The area in the plane direction facing the player in the game area can be made compact.

again,
"The first ball passage is formed in a ball passage unit [for example, electric distribution unit 26, distribution unit 291].
The ball passage unit is at least partially transparent or translucent so that the first winning opening is visible to the player.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The player can visually recognize the game ball entering the first winning opening through the ball passage unit.

In addition, the game ball passing through the first ball passage may be configured to be visible.

The first winning opening may be formed in the ball passage unit or may be opened in a game board.

The ball passage unit may be partially transparent or translucent, or may be wholly transparent or translucent.

again,
"The first winning opening is open in the front-back direction,
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The first winning opening may be opened toward the front side (front side, player side) or may be opened toward the back side (rear side).

again,
"A second winning opening provided on the downstream side of the first ball passage [for example, a general winning opening 226 provided between the electric distribution unit 26 and the out opening 240 shown in FIG. 4] Prepare,
The first winning opening and the second winning opening are general winning openings having the same number of prize balls [for example, 4].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The game ball flowing down the upstream of the first ball passage may be easier to flow down the downstream of the first ball passage than the approach to the first winning opening [for example, FIG. 19 (c). ) Shown in the third ball path 2603].

The game ball flowing down the upstream of the first ball passage may be easier to enter the first winning opening than the flowing down of the first ball passage [for example, FIGS. 16 to 18]. Third sphere path 2603].

There may be a third winning opening [for example, the general winning opening 227 on the downstream side shown in FIG. 20A] between the first winning opening and the downstream end of the first ball passage.

The change-imparting means may be a ball delaying means capable of slowing the moving speed of the game ball [for example, one having the same structure as the second upstream ball delay portion 2653].

The game ball flowing down the upstream of the first ball passage may be easier to flow down the downstream of the first ball passage than the approach to the first winning opening [for example, in FIG. 19 (c). Third sphere path 2603].

The game ball flowing down the upstream of the first ball passage may be easier to enter the first winning opening than the flowing down of the first ball passage [for example, FIGS. 16 to 18]. Third sphere path 2603].

There may be a third winning opening [for example, the general winning opening 227 on the downstream side shown in FIG. 20A] between the first winning opening and the downstream end of the first ball passage.

The change-imparting means may be a ball delaying means capable of slowing the moving speed of the game ball [for example, one having the same structure as the second upstream ball delay portion 2653].

Subsequently, the first upstream ball delay section 2651, the first downstream ball delay section 2652, the second upstream ball delay section 2653, and the second downstream ball delay section 2654 shown in FIG. 4 will be described. As described above, the first upstream ball delay section 2651 and the first downstream ball delay section 2652 are arranged in the first ball path 2601, and the second upstream ball delay section 2653 and the second downstream ball delay section 2654 are the second ball. Since it is arranged on the path 2602, only the arranged position is different, and the structure is the same for all the delay portions, the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 will be described here as an example.

FIG. 22A is a cross-sectional view of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 and the fourth sphere direction change portion 264 when cross-sectionald by a vertical plane orthogonal to the front-rear direction, and is a cross section of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 and a cross section. The cross section of the fourth ball direction changing portion 264 is hatched.

The second upstream ball delay portion 2653 has a cylindrical ball passage portion 2653A. A game ball passes through the inside of the ball passage portion 2653A. Therefore, the ball passage portion 2653A forms a part of the second ball path 2602. The inner peripheral surface of the ball passage portion 2653A is provided with an R surface 2653b, an inverted conical surface 2653c whose diameter is gradually reduced toward the downstream side, and a cylindrical surface 2653d having the same inner diameter. The upstream end of the R surface 2653b constitutes the upstream end of the ball passage portion 2653A, and the inverted conical surface 2653c is connected to the downstream end of the R surface 2653b. Further, the cylindrical surface 2653d is connected to the downstream end of the inverted conical surface 2653c, and the downstream end of the cylindrical surface 2653d constitutes the downstream end of the ball passage portion 2653A. In other words, the inner peripheral surface is narrower on the downstream side than on the upstream side. The width referred to here is the length of one of the directions orthogonal to the passing direction of the game ball (the direction from top to bottom in FIG. 22A), but the inner peripheral surface is annular. Therefore, the length is the same in all directions as long as they are orthogonal to each other. That is, the width referred to here is the inner diameter of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 shown in FIG. 22 (a). If the inner peripheral surface has a different length depending on the direction, the width is the direction in which the shortest length is obtained. The width W1 of the upstream end of the inverted conical surface 2653c is narrower than the width W2 of the portion connected to the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 in the second ball path 2602. Further, the width W3 of the downstream end of the inverted conical surface 2653c is narrower than the width W1 of the upstream end of the inverted conical surface 2653c. Further, the width W4 of the downstream end of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 (the width of the downstream end of the cylindrical surface 2653d) is narrower than the width W1 of the upstream end of the inverted conical surface 2653c. As described above, the magnitude relationship between the width of each part and the width of other parts is important. As an example, the width W1 of the upstream end of the inverted conical surface 2653c is 12.5 mm, and the width W1 in the second ball path 2602 is The width W2 of the portion connected to the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 is 13.0 mm, the width W3 of the downstream end of the inverted conical surface 2653c is 11.5 mm, and the width of the downstream end of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 (cylindrical surface 2653d). The width of the downstream end of the) W4 may be 11.5 mm. The width of the cylindrical surface 2653d is 11.5 mm. The cylindrical surface 2653d is an adjustment allowance for increasing the height (passage length) of the spherical passage portion 2653A to a certain value or more, and can be omitted if a constant value can be secured only by the inverted conical surface 2653c. ..

FIG. 23 is a perspective view of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 when viewed from diagonally above. In FIG. 23, the front side on the left side of the paper is the front side (player side).

The second upstream ball delay unit 2653 is separate from the electric distribution unit 26. That is, it is detachably attached to the second ball path 2602. In the second upstream ball delay portion 2653, the locking portions 2653L and 2653R extending laterally on both sides of the ball passage portion 2653A are locked to the rear wall 2603b of the electric distribution unit 26. The rear side of the second ball path 2602 is defined by the rear surface wall 2603b. Since the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 is removable, when the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 becomes dirty or damaged, there are few parts to be replaced. Further, the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 can be reused for another pachinko machine 100.

Further, as shown in FIG. 22A, a ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 forming a part of the second ball path 2602 is located on the downstream side of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653. A slight vertical gap 2653s is provided between the downstream end of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 and the upstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 as well. The width W5 of the upstream end of the sphere behavior stabilizing portion 266 is wider than the width W4 of the downstream end of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653, but is wider than the width W1 of the upstream end of the inverted conical surface 2653c in the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653. Is narrow. Similar to the inverted conical surface 2653c, the sphere behavior stabilizing portion 266 is also a portion where an inverted conical inner peripheral surface whose diameter is gradually reduced toward the downstream side is formed, and the width W6 of the downstream end of the sphere behavior stabilizing portion 266 is , The width of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 is narrower than the width of any portion of the ball passage portion 2653A. Further, it can be said that the width W6 of the downstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 is the narrowest width in the second ball path 2602 on the upstream side of the downstream end. The width W6 at the downstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 is slightly wider than the diameter of the game ball. In other words, the second ball path 2602 is most narrowed down at the downstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing unit 266. The width W5 of the upstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 may be 12.0 mm. Further, the width W6 of the downstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 may be 11.3 mm, which is slightly wider than the diameter (11 m) of the game ball. The widths (W1 to W6) of each part described above may have other values as long as the ratio relationship is the same.

The inclination angle of the inner peripheral surface of the sphere behavior stabilizing portion 266 that is reduced in diameter toward the downstream side is larger than the inclination angle of the inverted conical surface 2653c of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 that is reduced in diameter toward the downstream side. The angle. The tilt angle referred to here means a tilt angle with respect to the vertical axis.

After passing through the downstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing unit 266, the ball path branches to the left and right, the left path becomes the second ball path 2602, and the right path connects to the third ball path 2603 (see FIG. 4). It becomes the route 2607. Both the route on the left side (second ball route 2602) and the route on the right side (communication route 2607) have a width wider than the diameter of the game ball (11 m), and the game ball can easily pass through any of the passages. It is possible. Therefore, ball clogging is less likely to occur. Immediately below the downstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266, a fourth ball direction changing portion 264 is arranged with a branch portion of the left route (second ball route 2602) and the right route (communication route 2607) sandwiched between them. .. Further, in these passages (2602, 2606), a reduction rib 26r1 is provided at a central portion in the width direction.

On the other hand, in the second ball path 2602, a ball trajectory changing rib 26r3 protruding forward is provided on the upstream side of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653. Of the second ball path 2602, the portion where the ball trajectory changing rib 26r3 is provided is a curved passage facing the left side, and the ball trajectory changing rib along the passage is in the central portion in the width direction of this passage. 26r3 is provided. The shape of the spherical orbit changing rib 26r3 is also curved.

Subsequently, the trajectory of the game ball flowing down the second ball path 2602 will be described. FIG. 22B is a diagram schematically showing the trajectory of the game ball in the second upstream ball delay portion 2653. FIG. 22C is a diagram schematically showing the trajectory of the game ball in the ball behavior stabilizing unit 266. FIG. 22D is a diagram schematically showing the trajectory of the game ball passing through the ball behavior stabilizing unit 266.

The game ball that has entered the second ball path 2602 comes into contact with the ball trajectory changing rib 26r3. In the game ball in contact with the curved ball trajectory changing rib 26r3, the trajectory is likely to change outward, that is, to the left, and the game ball is likely to be spun. The game ball, which has changed its trajectory to the left and has been spun, comes into contact with the left side portion of the inner peripheral surface of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653, and then starts orbiting along the inner peripheral surface. That is, the inverted conical surface 2653c of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 is spirally moved toward the downstream side (see FIG. 22B). The game ball moves in a spiral shape rather than falling straight, so that the moving distance becomes longer, and as a result, the moving speed decreases. The game ball becomes retained in the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 while moving in a spiral shape for a short time.

In the gap 2653s provided between the downstream end of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 and the upstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266, the inner peripheral surface on which the game ball moving in a spiral shape moves along is interrupted. The spiral movement of the game ball is easy to finish. Further, since the upstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 is slightly wider than the downstream end of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653, the continuity of the spiral is interrupted here as well, and the spiral movement is likely to end. The game ball that has completed the spiral movement advances diagonally downward while colliding with the gradually shrinking inverted conical inner peripheral surface of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266. The ball behavior stabilizing unit 266 eliminates the moment that tends to move outward of the game ball that has moved in the circumferential direction, and tries to direct the game ball directly downward. At the narrowest downstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing unit 266, the behavior of the game ball is suppressed and stabilized by the image that the game ball fits. For example, the behavior of the game ball that has been rattling while colliding with the inner peripheral surface of the ball behavior stabilizing unit 266 is settled (see FIG. 22 (c)).

Eventually, the game ball passes through the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266, and the game ball falls on the direction changing member 2641 of the fourth ball direction changing section 264. That is, the game ball B falls straight downward from the narrowest downstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 and comes into contact with the direction changing member 2641 (see FIG. 22D). When the game ball comes into contact with the left inclined surface 264L of the direction changing member 2641, it flows down the left path (second ball path 2602). On the other hand, when the game ball comes into contact with the right inclined surface 264R of the direction changing member 2641, it flows down the path on the right side (communication path 2607).

The trajectory of the game ball from the second upstream ball delay section 2653 to the fourth ball direction change section 264 in the second ball path 2602 has been described above, but the ball direction changes from the other ball delay sections (2651, 2652, 2654). The same applies to the trajectory of the game ball from the section (261 to 263).

The ball trajectory changing rib 26r3 and the direction changing member 2641 have the same function in the sense that they give a change in the moving direction of the game ball, but the direction changing member 2641 has more than the ball trajectory changing rib 26r3. The moving direction of the game ball is greatly changed. Further, the ball trajectory changing rib 26r3 is fixed and is not a movable member, but the direction changing member 2641 is a movable member. That is, the state of the ball trajectory changing rib 26r3 does not change, but the state of the direction changing member 2641 changes, and the moving direction of the game ball also changes according to the state change.

Subsequently, a modified example of the sphere delay portion will be described. Here, the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 will be described as an example, but the components having the same names as the components described so far will be described with the same reference numerals as those used so far.

FIG. 24 is a partial cross-sectional view showing a modified example of the sphere delay portion. This partial cross-sectional view is a cross-sectional view showing a part of the downstream side of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 when the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 is cross-sectionald on a vertical plane orthogonal to the front-rear direction, and is a second upstream sphere. The cross section of the delay portion 2653 is hatched.

In the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 shown in FIG. 22, a cylindrical surface 2653d having the same inner diameter as the downstream portion of the inverted conical surface 2653c whose diameter is gradually reduced toward the downstream side is provided on the downstream side. In the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 shown in FIG. 24 (a), the cylindrical surface 2653d is omitted, and the inverted conical surface 2653c extends to the downstream end of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653. That is, a surface perpendicular to the inner peripheral surface of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653 is not provided.

Further, the inverted conical surface 2653c whose diameter is gradually reduced toward the downstream side is a flat surface, but in the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 shown in FIG. 24 (b), the diameter is gradually reduced toward the downstream side and is convex outward. The outer curved surface 2653e, which is a curved surface, is formed up to the downstream end of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653. Even on this outer curved surface 2653e, the game ball orbits along an outwardly convex curved surface. In the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 shown in FIG. 24 (c), an inner curved surface 2653f, which is an inwardly convex curved surface that gradually reduces in diameter toward the downstream side, is formed up to the downstream end of the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653. ing. Even on this inner curved surface 2653f, the game ball orbits along an inwardly convex curved surface.

In the second upstream sphere delay portion 2653 shown in FIG. 24 (d), a screw groove 2653 g is formed on an inverted conical surface whose diameter is gradually reduced toward the downstream side. The screw groove 2653 g is a groove connected in a spiral shape, and the game ball can easily move around the screw groove 2653 g.

FIG. 25 is a cross-sectional view showing a modified example of the sphere behavior stabilizing portion 266. This cross-sectional view is a view showing the cross-sectional shape when the downstream end (the narrowest part) of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 is cross-sectionald in the horizontal direction, and in FIG. 25, the cross-sectional view of the game ball B is also shown in each figure. Has been done. In FIG. 25, the lower side is the front side (player side). Here, too, the components having the same names as the components described so far will be described with the same reference numerals as those used so far.

First, FIG. 25A shows the ball behavior stabilizing unit 266 shown in FIG. 22. The entire circumference of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 shown in FIG. 22 is covered with a wall. A front wall 2603f is shown on the front side of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266. Both the wall constituting the ball behavior stabilizing unit 266 and the front wall 2603f are transparent, and the player can visually recognize the game ball passing through the ball behavior stabilizing unit 266.

The ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 shown in FIG. 25B is open on the front side, and is composed of left and right side walls 266L and 266R and a rear wall 266B. The inner dimension of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 is shorter in the left-right direction than in the front-back direction, and the length in the left-right direction corresponds to the width, for example, 11,3 mm. The ball behavior stabilizing unit 266 shown in FIG. 25B stabilizes the behavior of the game ball in only one direction in the left-right direction.

The front side of the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 shown in FIG. 25 (c) is closed by another plate member 266F', and the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 shown in FIG. 25 (d) has left and right side walls 266L. It has a front wall 266F formed integrally with the rear wall 266B and the rear wall 266B. In both the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 shown in FIG. 25 (c) and the ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 shown in FIG. 25 (d), the inner dimensions are the same in the left-right direction and the front-back direction, and the left-right direction and the front-back direction. The behavior of the game ball is stabilized by the two directions of.

The sphere behavior stabilizing portion 266 shown in FIG. 25 (e) has an open front side and has an arc-shaped rear wall 266B'connecting the left and right side walls 266L and 266R. The arc of the arc-shaped rear wall 266B'is a circular hole in a circle having a diameter slightly longer than the diameter of the game ball B (for example, 11.3 mm). The ball behavior stabilizing portion 266 shown in FIG. 25 (e) restrains the rear half of the game ball B. As described in the description in FIG. 19C, when the pachinko machine 100 itself is installed on the island equipment, the inclination of the entire pachinko machine 100 in the front-rear direction can be adjusted. If the pachinko machine 100 is installed with the upper side tilted to the rear side, the rear half of the game ball B fits into the arc-shaped rear wall 266B'shown in FIG. 25 (e), and the behavior of the game ball is observed. Stabilize.

The ball behavior stabilizing unit 266 shown in FIG. 25 (f) closes the front side of the ball behavior stabilizing unit 266 shown in FIG. 25 (e) with another member 266F'', and as a result, the ball behavior shown in FIG. 25 (a). It has the same configuration as the stabilizing unit 266.

In the above description,
"Ball delay means capable of slowing the moving speed of the game ball [for example, first upstream ball delay portion 2651, first downstream ball delay portion 2652, second upstream ball delay portion 2653, second downstream ball delay portion 2654. ]When,
A ball behavior stabilizing means [for example, a ball behavior stabilizing unit 266] capable of stabilizing the behavior of a moving game ball, and
A ball direction changing means for changing the moving direction of the game ball [for example, a first ball direction changing unit 261 to a fourth ball direction changing unit 264],
With
The ball behavior stabilizing means stabilizes the behavior of a game ball that has passed through the ball delaying means.
The ball direction changing means changes the moving direction of the game ball that has passed through the ball behavior stabilizing means.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was explained.

By changing the moving speed of the game ball, the game ball heading toward the ball direction changing means while preventing the game ball from stopping and launching the game ball aiming at the timing of directing the game ball to the ball direction changing means. By stabilizing the behavior of the ball, the accuracy of the direction change of the game ball in the ball direction changing means can be improved.

The ball direction changing means may be a ball distribution means for distributing the moving direction of the game ball.

again,
"The ball delay means is provided on the ball passage forming portion [for example, the rear wall 2603b of the electric distribution unit 26].
The ball delaying means is separate from the ball passage forming portion.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

By separating the ball passage forming portion from the ball passage forming portion, even if the ball delaying means is damaged or soiled, the number of parts to be replaced can be reduced. Further, when it is desired to attach the ball delay means having different performances to another game table, the ball passage forming portion can be reused.

The ball behavior stabilizing means is provided in the ball passage forming portion, and the ball behavior stabilizing means may be a separate body from the ball passage forming portion.

again,
"In the ball delaying means, the width of the portion through which the game ball passes is narrower on the downstream side [for example, 11.5 mm] than on the upstream side [for example, 12.5 mm].
The width is the length in one of the directions orthogonal to the passing direction of the game ball.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

It is possible to delay the moving speed of the contacted game ball by making it easier for the game ball to come into contact with the wall surface constituting the ball delaying means.

again,
"In the ball delaying means, the portion through which the game ball passes is composed of an inverted conical surface [for example, an inverted conical surface 2653c] whose diameter is gradually reduced toward the downstream side.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The game ball that comes into contact with the wall surface constituting the ball delay means goes downstream while orbiting along the wall surface. That is, it moves toward the downstream side while moving in a spiral shape. By doing so, the moving speed of the game ball can be slowed down. If the timing at which the game ball comes into contact with the wall surface constituting the ball delay means is late, the time for the game ball to go downstream while orbiting along the wall surface is shortened, and the rate of reducing the moving speed of the game ball is reduced. do. Further, when the game ball does not come into contact with the wall surface constituting the ball delay means, the moving speed of the game ball does not decrease. As described above, the degree to which the moving speed of the game ball decreases is not fixed, and the moving speed of the game ball becomes random. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the game ball from being stopped and the game ball to be launched at the same timing of the ball direction changing means.

A part of the wall surface (the inner wall of the portion through which the game ball of the ball delaying means passes) constituting the ball delaying means may extend vertically downward.

In the ball delaying means, the portion through which the game ball passes may be formed of a curved surface that is convex inward from the upstream side to the downstream side, or is convex outward from the upstream side to the downstream side. It may be composed of a curved surface of.

A screw groove may be formed on the wall surface forming the ball delay means.

again,
"In the ball behavior stabilizing means, the width of the narrowest portion [for example, the downstream end] is further narrower than the width of the narrowest width [for example, 11.5 mm] portion [for example, the downstream end] in the ball delay means. [For example, 11.3 mm]
The width is the length in one of the directions orthogonal to the passing direction of the game ball.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The ball behavior stabilizing means constitutes the ball behavior stabilizing means by applying an outward force applied to the game ball by the ball delaying means (a force generated by a centrifugal force generated by moving toward the downstream side while orbiting along the wall surface constituting the ball delaying means). It can be suppressed by hitting the game ball against the wall surface. That is, the outward force is changed to a downward force when the game ball hits the wall surface constituting the ball behavior stabilizing means. Thereby, the behavior of the game ball can be stabilized.

The length (width) of the ball behavior stabilizing means in the left-right direction may be narrower than the length (depth) of the ball behavior stabilizing means in the front-rear direction. That is, the sphere behavior stabilizing means may have a rectangular cross-sectional shape.

The length (width) of the ball behavior stabilizing means in the left-right direction may be the same as the length (depth) of the ball behavior stabilizing means in the front-rear direction. That is, the sphere behavior stabilizing means may have a square cross-sectional shape.

The spherical behavior stabilizing means may have a U-shaped cross section, a U-shaped cross section, or a circular shape.

again,
"The ball direction changing means is provided directly below the downstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing means.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

Since the game ball that has passed through the ball behavior stabilizing means falls vertically and comes into contact with the ball direction changing means, the accuracy of the change in the moving direction of the game ball given by the ball direction changing means can be improved.

again,
"A ball trajectory changing means [for example, a ball trajectory changing rib 26r3] is provided on the upstream side of the ball delaying means.
In the ball trajectory changing means, the game ball moving toward the ball delay means comes into contact with the wall surface [for example, the wall surface on the left side of the inner peripheral surface of the second upstream ball delay portion 2653] that constitutes the ball delay means. It changes the trajectory of the game ball so that it can be easily played.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The game ball is likely to come into contact with the wall surface constituting the ball delay means, and the ball delay means is likely to slow down the moving speed of the game ball.

The ball direction changing means has a greater influence on the game ball than the ball trajectory changing means. That is, the ball direction changing means greatly changes the direction of the moving game ball, whereas the ball trajectory changing means changes the direction of the moving game ball only slightly.

again,
"A gap [for example, a gap 2653s] is provided between the downstream end of the ball delaying means and the upstream end of the ball behavior stabilizing means.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

That is, the ball behavior stabilizing means may be provided at a position away from the ball delaying means. Alternatively, the ball behavior stabilizing means may be provided at a position in contact with the ball delaying means.

again,
"In the path through which the game ball whose movement direction is changed by the ball direction changing means passes [for example, the left path (second ball path 2602) and the right path (communication path 2607) shown in FIG. 22]. A game table characterized by having a deceleration rib [for example, a deceleration rib 26r1] that protrudes and can slow down the moving speed of the game ball. 』\
Was also explained.

Subsequently, the first three-dimensional film effect body 271, the second three-dimensional film effect body 272, the third three-dimensional film effect body 273, and the fourth three-dimensional film effect body 274 will be described.

In FIG. 26, various members overlapping the first three-dimensional film directing body 271, the second three-dimensional film directing body 272, the third three-dimensional film directing body 273, and the fourth three-dimensional film directing body 274 are removed from the game board 200. It is a figure which shows the state.

As shown in FIG. 26, a first three-dimensional film effector 271 and a second three-dimensional film effector 272 are arranged at the upper part. Further, the third three-dimensional film effector 273 is arranged on the right side, and the fourth three-dimensional film effector 274 is arranged on the left side. The first three-dimensional film effect body 271 is provided so as to be superimposed on the second three-dimensional film effect body 272.

Further, FIG. 26 shows the decorative symbol display device 208. The decorative pattern display device 208 can execute an image display effect by modulation of light using a liquid crystal composition. A part of the right end of the decorative pattern display device 208 is covered with a part of the left side of the third three-dimensional film effect body 273 arranged on the right side.

Further, FIG. 26 also shows a substantially circular LED light emitting effect body 278. As described above, the LED light emitting effect body 278 is provided with a plurality of LEDs 2781 on the outer periphery, and each of the three-dimensional film effect bodies 271-274 is irradiated with light from the side by the LED light emitting effect body 278. The three-dimensional film effectors 271 to 274 may be irradiated with light from the front by the LED light emitting effector 278. Further, a member for covering the LED light emitting effect body 278 from the front may be provided, and at least a part of the member may be covered with a part of the third three-dimensional film effect body 273.

FIG. 27 is a diagram showing a state in which the first three-dimensional film effector 271 and the third three-dimensional film effector 273 are removed from the state shown in FIG. 26.

FIG. 28 is a diagram showing a single unit of the first three-dimensional film effector 271. FIG. 28A is a perspective view of the first three-dimensional film effector 271 when viewed from a slightly right side, and FIG. 28B is a schematic perspective view of the first three-dimensional film effector 271 when viewed from above. It is a figure.

The first three-dimensional film effector 271 is formed by vacuum forming or vacuum forming a resin film (for example, polystyrene resin) having a thickness of about 0.01 mm, and has a flat plate portion 2711 and a three-dimensional portion 2712. Of the flat plate portion 2711 and the three-dimensional portion 2712, at least the three-dimensional portion 2712 is transparent. The transparency may be transparent or translucent (the same applies in the present specification). Further, the three-dimensional portion 2712 may be entirely transparent, or only a part thereof may be transparent.

FIG. 28 (c) is a diagram showing an example of a combination of a permeable portion in the three-dimensional portion 2712 and an opaque portion.

In FIG. 28 (c), the border portion of the 7-segment number is the opaque portion npe, and the portion surrounded by the opaque portion npe is the permeable site per. The inside of the opaque portion npe may be the permeable site per.

The matters concerning the first three-dimensional film effector 271 described above are the same for the other three-dimensional film effectors 272 to 274. Further, the three-dimensional film effector may be formed by using a material according to the weight and strength, and is not limited to a resin film having a thickness of about 0.01 mm, and a film having a thickness of less than 0.1 mm, 0. It may be formed by using a sheet of 1 mm to less than 0.8 mm, a plate of 0.8 mm or more, or the like.

FIG. 29 is a perspective view of the second three-dimensional film effect body 272 when viewed from the right side.

The three-dimensional portion 2722 of the second three-dimensional film effect body 272 is provided with a mounting portion 2723 on which the three-dimensional portion 2712 of the first three-dimensional film effect body 271 is covered. The front surface 2724 of the mounting portion 2723 shown in FIG. 29 is entirely transparent and flat, but may have an uneven shape in whole or in part imitating a lens. Further, a double-sided tape is attached to the side surface 2725 of the mounting portion 2723, and the three-dimensional portion 2712 of the first three-dimensional film effector 271 is fixed to the mounting portion 2723 by the double-sided tape. By using a transparent double-sided tape, it is possible to irradiate light from the side surface.

FIG. 30 is a perspective view showing a state in which the three-dimensional portion 2712 of the first three-dimensional film effect body 271 is fixed to the mounting portion 2723 of the second three-dimensional film effect body 272.

In FIG. 30, the first three-dimensional film effector 271 to the fourth three-dimensional film effector 274 are shown, but in order to distinguish the second three-dimensional film effector 272, the color is different from that of other three-dimensional film effectors. It is shown differently. In the portion of the second three-dimensional film effect body 272 where the first three-dimensional film effect body 271 does not overlap, the second three-dimensional film effect body 272 is visible in the front view. Further, as shown in FIG. 30, the portion of the first three-dimensional film effector 271 surrounded by the alternate long and short dash line is a portion that does not overlap with the second three-dimensional film effector 272, and the second three-dimensional film is on the rear side. There is no directing body 272.

Further, as shown in FIG. 30, the second three-dimensional film effect body 272 and the fourth three-dimensional film effect body 274 have a lower left edge 2726 of the second three-dimensional film effect body 272 and an upper edge 2741 of the fourth three-dimensional film effect body 274. Are placed in contact with each other. That is, the second three-dimensional film effect body 272 and the fourth three-dimensional film effect body 274 are arranged in a state of being adjacent to each other.

Further, as shown in FIG. 28, the flat plate portion 2711 of the first three-dimensional film effect body 271 is provided with screw holes 271N and positioning holes 271H on the left and right sides, respectively. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 27, the game board back base 200b is provided with one pair of a screw receiving cylinder 200bP and one pair of positioning protrusions 200bT on the left and right sides. The left positioning protrusion 200bT is inserted into the left positioning hole 271H for alignment, and the right positioning protrusion 200bT is inserted into the right positioning hole 271H for alignment. When the alignment is completed, the screw can be inserted into the screw hole 271N on the left side and the screw receiving cylinder 200bP on the left side, and screwing is performed. In addition, screws can be inserted into the screw hole 271N on the right side and the screw receiving cylinder 200bP on the right side, and the right side is also screwed. In this way, the first three-dimensional film effect body 271 is screwed to the game board back base 200b.

Further, as shown in FIG. 29, the flat plate portion 2721 of the second three-dimensional film effect body 272 is also provided with screw holes 272N and positioning holes 272H on the left and right sides, respectively.

Each three-dimensional film effect body 271 to 274 is arranged on the lens. FIG. 30 shows a part of the upper lens 2752, a part of the right lens 2753, and a part of the left lens 2754. Any of these lenses 2752 to 2754 refracts light from the rear side and diffuses or focuses it on the front side. Each of these lenses 2752 to 2754 is provided with a light diffusing portion. However, the lens may be a simple transparent plate.

The upper lens 2752 is provided with screw receiving holes and positioning protrusions on the left side and the right side, respectively. As shown in FIG. 30, the positioning protrusion on the left side is inserted into the positioning hole 272H on the left side of the second three-dimensional film effector 272 for positioning, and the positioning protrusion on the right side is positioned on the right side of the second three-dimensional film effector 272. It is inserted into the hole 272H and aligned. When the alignment is completed, the screws can be inserted into the screw holes 272N on the left side of the second three-dimensional film effector 272 and the screw receiving holes on the left side provided in the upper lens 2752, and the screws are fastened. Further, screws can be inserted into the screw holes 272N on the right side of the second three-dimensional film effector 272 and the screw receiving holes on the right side provided in the upper lens 2752, and the right side is also screwed. In this way, the second three-dimensional film effect body 272 is screwed to the upper lens 2752. FIG. 30 shows a screw 271S in which the first three-dimensional film effector 271 is screwed to the back base 200b of the game board and a screw 272S in which the second three-dimensional film effector 272 is screwed to the upper lens 2752. Has been done. Further, a positioning protrusion 200bT provided on the back base 200b of the game board and a positioning protrusion 2752T provided on the upper lens 2752 are also shown. As shown in FIG. 30, the positioning means (positioning protrusions 200bT) and fixing means (screws 271S) of the first three-dimensional film effect body 271 and the positioning means (positioning protrusions 2752T) and fixing means (positioning protrusions 2752T) of the second three-dimensional film effect body 272 (positioning protrusions 2752T) and fixing means (screws 271S). The position in the front-rear direction is different from that of the screw 272S). That is, the positioning means (positioning protrusion 200bT) and fixing means (screw 271S) of the first three-dimensional film effect body 271 are the positioning means (positioning protrusion 2752T) and fixing means (screw 272S) of the second three-dimensional film effect body 272. It is provided on the front side. By doing so, the directing means is arranged with depth.

Subsequently, the mounting structure of the three-dimensional film effector will be described by taking the third three-dimensional film effector 273 as an example. However, the matters described below are the same for other three-dimensional film effectors, or similarly. It is a matter that can be applied.

FIG. 31 is an exploded perspective view showing a mounting structure of the third three-dimensional film effect body 273. In FIG. 31, the left front side is the front side and the right back side is the rear side.

FIG. 31 shows the third three-dimensional film effect body 273, the right lens 2753, the right lens mounting base 2763, and the right LED substrate 2773 from the front side.

The third three-dimensional film effect body 273 is provided with three screw holes 273N and two positioning holes 273H in the flat plate portion 2731.

The right lens 2753 is provided with six screw receiving holes 275H1 to 275H6, two positioning protrusions 275T, and three screw holes 275N.

The right lens mounting base 2763 is also transparent, and the right lens mounting base 2763 is provided with four screw receiving cylinders 276P1 to 276P4 and four screw holes 276N.

A plurality of LEDs 277L are arranged in a matrix on the right LED substrate 2773, and four notches 277C and four screw holes 277N are provided.

The two positioning protrusions 275T of the right lens 2753 are inserted into each of the two positioning holes 273H of the third three-dimensional film effect body 273 for alignment. When the alignment is completed, each of the three screw holes 273N of the third three-dimensional film effector 273 and three screw receiving holes 275H1,275H5,275H6 out of the six screw receiving holes 275H1 to 275H6 provided in the right lens 2753. Each of them can be inserted, and the third three-dimensional film effector 273 is screwed to the right lens 2753. The third three-dimensional film effect body 273 is screwed in a state where the upper left end portion protrudes to the left side from the right lens 2753. FIG. 31 shows three machine screws 273S used for screwing. Further, in the right lens 2753 shown in FIG. 31, the region covered by the screwed third three-dimensional film effector 273 is shown by hatching downward to the right. Further, in FIG. 31, the region connecting the positions of these three machine screws 273S is shown by a dotted line. The position of the center of gravity of the third three-dimensional film effect body 273 is a position outside the region indicated by the dotted line.

The right lens mounting base 2763 is for mounting a part of the right lens 2753 and the upper lens 2752, and three screws of the right lens 2753 are attached to the three screw receiving cylinders 276P2 to 276P4 out of the four screw receiving cylinders 276P1 to 276P4. The holes 275N are matched and screwed. FIG. 31 also shows three screws 275S1 to 275S3 used for screwing the right lens 2753. Of these three screws 275S1 to 275S3, only one upper screw 275S1 is covered by the screwed third three-dimensional film effector 273 as shown by the hatching that descends to the right. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 26, the lower two screws 275S2 and S275S3 are visible, but the upper one screw 275S1 is invisible. The screw 275S1 is shown in FIG. 27 in which the third three-dimensional film effect body 273 is removed. Further, the three screw receiving holes 275H2 to 275H4 provided at the right end of the right lens 2753 from the bottom are screwed to the third three-dimensional film as shown by the hatching to the right without being used at all. It is covered by the effect body 273 and is invisible as shown in FIG. Further, of the four screw receiving cylinders 276P1 to 276P4, the screw holes of the upper lens 2752 (not shown here) are aligned with the screw receiving cylinders 276P1 located at the uppermost position on the uppermost lens 2752 side. Screwing is done. The screws used for screwing are also covered with the screwed third three-dimensional film effector 273 and are invisible as shown in FIG. 26. However, in FIG. 27 with the third three-dimensional film effector 273 removed, , The screw is shown as screw 275S4.

The right lens mounting base 2763 and the right LED substrate 2773 are screwed to a frame plate (not shown here). That is, the right lens mounting base 2763 has four screws 276S inserted through the four screw holes 276N. These four screws 276S are fixed to a frame plate (not shown) through a notch 277C of the right LED substrate 2773. Further, the right LED board 2773 has four screws 277S inserted through the four screw holes 277N, and is screwed to a frame plate (not shown) by these four screws 277S.

The right LED substrate 2773 is covered with a light diffusing portion provided on the right lens 2753. On the other hand, the third three-dimensional film effect body 273 covers the light diffusing portion thereof, and through the third three-dimensional film effect body 273, the light emission effect by lighting and blinking of the LED 277L mounted on the right LED substrate 2773 can be visually recognized. ..

Although each is fixed by screwing here, it may be fixed by a transparent double-sided tape.

FIG. 32 is a diagram showing an LED substrate attached to the frame plate. In FIG. 32, the substantially circular LED light emitting effect body 278 shown in FIG. 26 is removed.

FIG. 32 shows the upper LED substrate 2772, the right LED substrate 2737, and the left LED substrate 2774.

FIG. 33 is a diagram showing each lens mounting base mounted on the respective LED substrates 2772 to 2774. Also in FIG. 33, the substantially circular LED light emitting effect body 278 shown in FIG. 26 is removed.

FIG. 33 shows the upper lens mounting base 2762, the right lens mounting base 2763, and the left lens mounting base 2764. The upper lens mounting base 2762 has substantially the same shape as the upper LED substrate 2772 shown in FIG. 32, and overlaps the entire area of the upper LED substrate 2772. The right lens mounting base 2763 has substantially the same shape as the right LED substrate 2773 shown in FIG. 32, and overlaps the entire area of the right LED substrate 2773. The left lens mounting base 2764 is longer downward than the left LED substrate 2774 shown in FIG. 32 and overlaps the entire area of the left LED substrate 2774.

FIG. 34 is a diagram showing each lens mounted on each lens mounting base 2762 to 2764. Also in FIG. 34, the substantially circular LED light emitting effect body 278 shown in FIG. 26 is removed.

FIG. 34 shows the upper lens 2752, the right lens 2753, and the left lens 2754.

The left lens 2754 covers not only the left lens mounting base 2764 but also the left end portion of the upper lens mounting base 2762 from the front side. Further, the upper lens 2752 covers not only the upper lens mounting base 2762 but also the upper left end portion of the right lens mounting base 2763 from the front side.

As shown in FIGS. 32 to 34, the LED substrates 2772 to 2774 have corresponding lens mounting bases 2762 to 2764, and the lens mounting bases 2762 to 2764 also have corresponding lenses 2752 to 2754. The term "corresponding" as used herein means that the area is arranged directly above and has the most overlapping areas. However, a part of the LED substrate may be covered with another lens. Further, of the three-dimensional portion 2732 of the third three-dimensional film effector 273 shown in FIG. 31, the upper left end portion is a lens (upper lens 2752) different from the lens (right lens 2753) arranged under the other portions. Illuminated by the light that has passed through.

The light emitted by the LED mounted on the upper LED substrate 2772 passes through the upper lens mounting base 2762, passes through the upper lens 2752 and a part of the left lens 2754, and passes through the first three-dimensional film director 271 and the second three-dimensional film. The effect body 272 is irradiated with light from the rear side by the LED mounted on the upper LED substrate 2772. The light emitted by the LED mounted on the right LED substrate 2773 passes through the right lens mounting base 2763, passes through the right lens 2753 and a part of the upper lens 2752, and the third three-dimensional film effector 273 is the right LED substrate. Light is emitted from the rear side by the LED mounted on the 2773. The light emitted by the LED mounted on the left LED substrate 2774 passes through the left lens mounting base 2764, passes through the left lens 2754, and a part of the third three-dimensional film effector 273 and the second three-dimensional film effector 272. Light is emitted from the rear side by the LED mounted on the left LED board 2774.

In the above description,
"Decorative bodies having a three-dimensional shape [for example, first three-dimensional film directing body 271, second three-dimensional film directing body 272, third three-dimensional film directing body 273, fourth three-dimensional film directing body 274],
A member [for example, right lens 2753] provided with a plurality of screw holes [for example, screw holes 275N, 275H1 to 275H6], and
With
The decorative body covers a screw hole [for example, a screw receiving hole 275H2-275H4] in which a screw is not inserted among the plurality of screw holes.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was explained.

If a mark of perforation leading to a screw hole through which a screw is not inserted is found in the decorative body, the game clerk can grasp that the game table may have been tampered with. Further, when the member is reused for another game table, the screw can be fixed by using a screw hole through which the screw is not inserted, and the degree of freedom of the fixing position of the member can be increased.

The decorative body may be a resin sheet or film that has been three-dimensionally processed.

The member may not be partially covered with the decorative body.

The decorative body is fixed to the member by a plurality of screws, and the position of the center of gravity of the decorative body is located outside the area connecting the positions of the plurality of screws fixing the decorative body. You may.

The decorative body may be fixed by double-sided tape. For example, the decorative body may be fixed to the member by double-sided tape.

The decorative body may be sandwiched and fixed by two or more other parts.

The decorative body may be fixed by two or more fixing methods (for example, sandwiching by screws, double-sided tape, or other parts).

again,
"A screw [for example, screw 275S1, 275S4 shown in FIG. 27] for fixing an object different from the decorative body [for example, a member (right lens 2753) or an upper lens 2752] is provided.
The screw is covered with the decorative body [for example, the third three-dimensional film effect body 273].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The appearance quality of the game table can be improved.

The product may be the member.

The screw may fix the member [eg, right lens 2753] to a structure [eg, right lens mounting base 2763].

again,
"The member [for example, the right lens 2753] is screw-fixed using a part of the screw holes [for example, the screw hole 275N] among the plurality of screw holes.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The appearance quality of the game table can be improved.

The member [for example, the right lens 2753] may be screw-fixed to the object [for example, the right lens mounting base 2763].

again,
"The screw is a screw that fixes a different object [for example, the upper lens 2752] from the member [for example, the right lens 2753] [for example, 275S4 shown in FIG. 27].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The appearance quality of the game table can be improved.

The material different from the member may be the same type as the member or may be a different type.

again,
"A first effect means capable of executing the first light emission effect [for example, right LED substrate 2773] is provided.
The decorative body has a transparent portion at least in a part thereof.
The member [for example, the right lens 2753] has at least a part of a light diffusing portion that diffuses the transmitted light.
The first directing means is covered with the light diffusing portion, and is covered with the light diffusing portion.
The decorative body [for example, the third three-dimensional film effect body 273] covers the light diffusing portion.
Through the decorative body, the first light emitting effect [for example, the light emitting effect by lighting and blinking the LED 277L mounted on the right LED substrate 2773] can be visually recognized.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

That is, the decorative body may cover the light diffusing portion so that the first light emitting effect can be visually recognized through the decorative body.

The first light emitting effect can be performed while hiding the screw holes with the decorative body.

The decorative body may be entirely transparent, or only a part thereof may be transparent.

The member may diffuse the light transmitted through the whole, or may diffuse the light transmitted only partially.

The first effect means may be, for example, an LED substrate or a liquid crystal display.

The first light emitting effect may be an effect of lighting or blinking an LED, or an image display effect of modulation of light using a liquid crystal composition.

The member may be, for example, a lens member.

again,
"A second effect means capable of executing a second light emission effect [for example, a decorative pattern display device 208] is provided.
In the second effect means, a part [for example, a part on the right end] is covered with a part [for example, a part on the left side] of the decorative body [for example, the third three-dimensional film effect body 273]. Is,
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The second light emitting effect can be performed while hiding the screw holes with the decorative body.

The second effect means is a liquid crystal display, and the second light emission effect may be an image display effect by modulation of light using a liquid crystal composition.

again,
"A third effect means capable of executing a third light emission effect [for example, LED light emission effect body 278] is provided.
The decorative body is irradiated with light from the front side or the side by the third light emitting effect.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The third light emitting effect can be performed while hiding the screw holes with the decorative body.

In addition, at least a part of the second member covering the third display means may be covered with a part of the decorative body. That is, the entire second member covering the third display means may be covered with a part of the decorative body, or only a part of the second member covering the third display means is said. It may be covered with a part of the decoration.

again,
"The decorative body [for example, the third three-dimensional film effect body 273] has a flat plate portion [for example, a flat plate portion 2731] and a three-dimensional portion [for example, a three-dimensional portion 2732].
The flat plate portion uses some of the screw holes [for example, screw receiving holes 275H1,275H5, 275H6] of the plurality of screw holes [for example, screw receiving holes 275H1 to 275H6] to form the member [for example, a right lens. It is screwed to 2753].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

again,
"The flat plate portion covers the screw holes [for example, screw receiving holes 275H2-275H4] in which the screws are not inserted among the plurality of screw holes [for example, screw receiving holes 275H1 to 275H6].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

In the above description,
"A first decorative body having a three-dimensional shape [for example, a first three-dimensional film directing body 271] and
A second decorative body having a three-dimensional shape [for example, a second three-dimensional film directing body 272] and
With
The second decorative body is at least partially covered with at least a part of the first decorative body.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was explained.

By overlapping the first decorative body and the second decorative body, the decoration of the game table can be made into a more three-dimensional decoration.

The first decorative body may be a resin sheet or film that has been three-dimensionally processed. The second decorative body may be a three-dimensional processed resin sheet or film.

The first decorative body is fixed to the member by a plurality of screws, and the position of the center of gravity of the first decorative body is the position of a plurality of screws for fixing the first decorative body. It may be located outside the tied area. The second decorative body is fixed to the member by a plurality of screws, and the position of the center of gravity of the second decorative body is the position of the plurality of screws for fixing the second decorative body. It may be located outside the tied area.

The second decorative body may be entirely covered with the first decorative body, or may be entirely covered with only a part of the first decorative body. Alternatively, only a part thereof may be covered with the whole of the first decorative body, or only a part thereof may be covered with only a part of the first decorative body. May be good.

The first decorative body is fixed to the first member, and the first member may have a portion that does not overlap with the first decorative body. The second decorative body is fixed to the second member, and the second member may have a portion that does not overlap with the second decorative body.

The position where the first decorative body is fixed to the first member may be on the front side (player side) of the position where the second decorative body is fixed to the second member.

The shape of the first decorative body may be similar to the shape of a part of the second decorative body.

The first decorative body may be fixed to the second decorative body with double-sided tape.

again,
"The second decorative body has a portion that does not overlap the first decorative body in the front-rear direction [for example, FIG. 30].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The first decorative body and the second decorative body are formed by a portion where the first decorative body and the second decorative body overlap and a portion where only the inner decorative body (the second decorative body) can be seen. The combination of is more three-dimensional when viewed from an oblique direction than when viewed from the front.

again,
"The first decorative body has a portion that does not overlap the second decorative body in the front-rear direction [for example, a portion surrounded by a chain line in FIG. 30].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The first decorative body and the second decorative body are formed by a portion where the first decorative body and the second decorative body overlap and a portion where only the front decorative body (the first decorative body) can be seen. The combination can be made to have a three-dimensional effect when viewed from an oblique direction rather than from the front view.

again,
"A third effect means capable of executing a third light emission effect [for example, LED light emission effect body 278] is provided.
The first decorative body is irradiated with light from the front side or the side by the third light emitting effect.
The second decorative body is irradiated with light from the front side or the side by the third light emitting effect.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The shadow of the combination of the first decorative body and the second decorative body can be used to create a decoration with a sense of depth and a three-dimensional effect.

again,
"The first ornament is at least partially transparent [eg, FIG. 28].
The second decorative body is one in which at least a part [for example, a mounting portion 2723] is covered with a transparent portion (hereinafter, referred to as “first portion”) of the first decorative body. [For example, FIG. 29],
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The combination of the first decorative body and the second decorative body can be made to have a more three-dimensional effect and depth.

The first decorative body may be entirely transparent, or only a part thereof may be transparent.

The second decorative body may be entirely covered with the first portion, or only a part thereof may be covered with the first portion. ..

again,
"A fourth effect means [for example, upper LED substrate 2772] capable of executing a fourth light emission effect is provided.
The portion of the second decorative body covered with the first portion (hereinafter referred to as “second portion”) [for example, the mounting portion 2723] is transparent.
The fourth effect means is covered with at least the second portion.
The fourth light emitting effect is visible from the first portion through the second portion.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

The light emitting effect can be executed by the combination of the first decorative body and the second decorative body having a three-dimensional effect.

The second site may be at least partially permeable. That is, the second portion may be entirely permeable or only partly permeable.

The fourth effect means may be, for example, an LED substrate or a liquid crystal display. The fourth light emitting effect may be an effect of lighting or blinking an LED, or an image display effect of modulation of light using a liquid crystal composition.

At least a part of the second portion may have an uneven shape. That is, the second portion may have an uneven shape as a whole, or may have an uneven shape only partially. Alternatively, the second portion may be at least partially flat. That is, the second portion may be entirely flat or only partly flat. Further, the second portion may have a shape imitating a lens. The second portion may have the shape formed entirely or only a part thereof.

again,
"The first decorative body has an opaque portion (hereinafter referred to as" third portion ") [for example, a border portion such as a character].
The first part is a part surrounded by the third part.
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

In some cases, the first portion can be emphasized so that the player can visually recognize it.

The second decorative body may have a transparent portion and a non-transparent portion surrounding the transparent portion.

again,
"The first decorative body has a first flat plate portion [for example, flat plate portion 2711] and a first three-dimensional portion [for example, three-dimensional portion 2712].
The first flat plate portion is fixed to the first member [for example, the game board back base 200b].
A game table characterized by that. 』\
Was also explained.

again,
"The second decorative body has a second flat plate portion [for example, flat plate portion 2721] and a second three-dimensional portion [for example, three-dimensional portion 2722].
The second flat plate portion is fixed to a second member [for example, the upper lens 2752].
The first decorative body is also fixed to the second decorative body [for example, fixed with double-sided tape],
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FIG. 35 is a front view of an enclosed pachinko machine to which the present invention can be applied.

In the enclosed pachinko machine 100h shown in FIG. 35, a predetermined number of game media (for example, game balls) are circulated inside the game table. That is, the game medium launched from the launching means 101h to the gaming area 102h is discharged from the gaming area 102h and can be supplied to the launching means 101h again. Further, a display means 103h for displaying information on the number of game media (prize balls, rental balls, total number of balls held, etc.) and other information is arranged below the game area 102h on the front surface of the game table. The ball storage dish 126 that the player can contact as shown in 1 is not provided.

As described above, the pachinko machine 100h shown in FIG. 35 is used by enclosing a ball and circulating the enclosed ball in the pachinko machine, using the enclosed ball as a launching ball, and paying out the ball. May be executed by credit.

The actions and effects described in the embodiments of the present invention merely list the most suitable 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 has been done. Further, even if the constituent requirements are included only in the description of the embodiment, the embodiment, the modified example, the various examples, etc. described above, the constituent requirement can be changed to another embodiment, the embodiment, the modified example, or the like. And various examples. That is, unless there is a factor that hinders the application, the constituent requirements included only in the description of the embodiment, the embodiment, the modification, the various examples, etc. Even if it is applied to various examples, it holds as one cohesive technical idea.

100,100h Pachinko machine 102 Outer frame 124 Game area 104 Main body 106 Front frame door 108 Door with ball storage plate 110 Launcher 118 Transparent plate member 125 Distribution front area 126 Ball storage plate 130 Ball storage plate 130 Ball removal button 134 Ball launch handle 136 Direction button 140 Rental operation button 152 Payout device 200 Game board 201 Game board 208 Decorative pattern display device 226, 227 General winning opening 228 General drawing starting port 230 1st special drawing starting port 232 2nd special drawing starting port 234 1st variable winning opening 235 2nd variable winning opening 238,239 Game nail 240,241,242,243,244 Out opening 23 Starting chucker 25 1st attacker unit 26 Electric distribution unit 26r3 Ball trajectory change rib 2601 1st ball path 2602 2nd ball path 2603 3rd ball path 2605 4th ball path 261 1st ball direction change part 262 2nd ball direction change part 263 3rd ball direction change part 264 4th ball direction change part 2651 1st upstream ball delay part 2652 1st downstream ball delay Part 2653 2nd upstream ball delay part 2654 2nd downstream ball delay part 266 Ball behavior stabilization part 2681 1st ball passage 2682 2nd ball passage 271 1st 3D film effector 272 2nd 3D film effector 273 3rd 3D film effect Body 274 4th 3D film director 273S Machine screw 2752 Upper lens 2753 Right lens 2754 Left lens 2762 Upper lens mounting base 2763 Right lens mounting base 2764 Left lens mounting base 2772 Upper LED board 2772
2773 Right LED board 2773
2774 Left LED board 2774
278 LED light emitting effect body 28 rotating body unit

Claims (9)

A decorative body with a three-dimensional shape and
A member with multiple screw holes and
With
The decorative body covers the screw holes through which the screws are not inserted among the plurality of screw holes.
A game table characterized by that. The game console according to claim 1.
With screws to fix things different from the decoration
The screw is covered with the decorative body.
A game table characterized by that. The game console according to claim 1 or 2.
The member is screw-fixed using some of the screw holes of the plurality of screw holes.
A game table characterized by that. The game console according to claim 2.
The screw fixes an object different from the member.
A game table characterized by that. The game console according to any one of claims 1 to 4.
Equipped with the first production means that can execute the first light emission effect,
The decorative body has a transparent portion at least in a part thereof.
The member has at least a part of a light diffusing portion that diffuses the transmitted light.
The first directing means is covered with the light diffusing portion, and is covered with the light diffusing portion.
The decorative body covers the light diffusing portion and covers the light diffusing portion.
The first light emitting effect is visible through the decorative body.
A game table characterized by that. The game console according to any one of claims 1 to 5.
Equipped with a second production means that can execute a second light emission effect,
The second effect means is partially covered with a part of the decorative body.
A game table characterized by that. The game console according to any one of claims 1 to 6.
Equipped with a third effect means that can execute a third light emission effect,
The decorative body is irradiated with light from the front side or the side by the third light emitting effect.
A game table characterized by that. The game console according to any one of claims 1 to 7.
The decorative body has a flat plate portion and a three-dimensional portion, and has a flat plate portion and a three-dimensional portion.
The flat plate portion is screw-fixed to the member using some of the screw holes among the plurality of screw holes.
A game table characterized by that. The game console according to claim 8.
The flat plate portion covers the screw holes through which the screws are not inserted among the plurality of screw holes.
A game table characterized by that.

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