JP3745243B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention comprises a display device capable of displaying a plurality of symbols, and display control means for controlling display of the display device, and a combination mode of symbols displayed on the display device under the control of the display control means is previously set. The present invention relates to a gaming machine configured to generate a special gaming state advantageous to a player when a predetermined special display mode is achieved.
[0002]
[Prior art]
Conventionally, as a gaming machine, there is a pachinko gaming machine in which a display device capable of displaying a plurality of symbols is provided on a game board, and a variable display game is performed by variably displaying a plurality of symbols on the display device. It has been.
The above variable display game is performed by displaying a symbol string composed of a plurality of symbols so that each symbol moves from top to bottom in the left, middle, and right portions of the display unit of the display device. When a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variation display game, the variation display of each symbol sequence is sequentially stopped and the predetermined symbol is stopped and displayed on the left, middle, and right, and the stop result mode is derived. ing.
Then, when each symbol that is stopped and displayed on the display device when the variable display game is finished forms a predetermined special display mode (for example, “7, 7, 7”, etc.) A gaming state is generated, and, for example, the player can acquire a large amount of game balls by converting the variable winning device provided in the game board into an open state. Also, just before the change display game is finished, for example, when the change display of the left symbol row and the right symbol row is stopped and only the change display of the middle symbol row is performed, it is stopped and displayed on the left and right. When a symbol forms a reach display mode (for example, “7,-, 7”,-is an unstopped state), in order to increase the player's expectation for the occurrence of a special gaming state, the variation in the middle symbol row It is also common to perform reach fluctuation display that slows down the display speed and makes the fluctuation display time longer than usual.
Conventionally, numbers and alphabets are often used as the symbols constituting the symbol row, and in recent years, the use of liquid crystal display devices as display devices has increased, in addition to displaying numbers and alphabets, There are many pachinko machines that display their background on the display.
[0003]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
By the way, if each symbol constituting the symbol sequence is displayed with only numbers and alphabets, it is not decorative and it is difficult to produce the characteristics of each pachinko machine model, which can improve the interest of the variable display game. It was difficult. Therefore, in addition to symbols such as numbers and alphabets, it is also considered that a predetermined character or the like is displayed on the display unit of the display device to produce a variable display game. However, even if a variable display game is produced by displaying characters and the like, if the main design of the variable display game is simply a display of numbers, alphabets, etc., the variable display game is sufficiently interesting. It does not lead to improvement.
In addition, when playing a variable display game, it is desirable to display each symbol as large as possible on the display unit of the display device in order to enhance the visibility of the game in addition to the above-described interest. However, if each symbol is made too large, the neighboring symbol columns will be displayed in a fluctuating state, so the left, middle, and right When it becomes impossible to express clearly that the variable display of each symbol row is performed independently, or the background display cannot be displayed efficiently, or the character is displayed as described above Etc., the character cannot be displayed efficiently.
[0004]
Therefore, the present invention can make the symbols used in the variable display game so as to enhance the interest of the variable display game, and further make each symbol relatively large so as to improve the visibility of the symbols. An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can clearly display effect symbols such as backgrounds and characters between adjacent symbol rows even if displayed.
[0005]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
  To solve the above problem,
  The invention according to claim 1 is a display device having a display unit capable of displaying a plurality of game symbols;
  Display control means for performing display control of the display device,
  A gaming machine configured to generate a special gaming state advantageous to the player when the combination pattern of the game symbols displayed on the display unit by the control of the display control means becomes a predetermined special display mode. In
  The display control means includes
  A variable display control means for forming a plurality of symbol sequences composed of a plurality of game symbols and displaying the plurality of symbol sequences in the vertical direction in a state where the plurality of symbol sequences are adjacent to each other in the horizontal direction;
  A symbol display control means for displaying and displaying the game symbols of each symbol row, including an identification symbol for identifying the game symbols and a decoration symbol for decorating each game symbol;
  Background display control means for displaying a background symbol on the display unit;
  Effect symbol display control means for displaying an effect symbol for performing an effect related to variable display by the plurality of symbol sequences,
  Including
  The symbol display control means includes:
  Displaying the decorative symbol larger than the identification symbol, and displaying the decorative symbol superimposed on the back side of the identification symbol,
  The decorative patternOn both sidesRecessed from the center of the vertical direction narrowly so as to be constricted most, and theBoth sidesUnify the shape of the decorative pattern by making the both ends in the vertical direction of the widest and making it a protruding part,
  The game symbols included in each symbol row are displayed adjacent to each other in the left-right direction and are displayed close together.
  The variation display control means includes
  By variably displaying the plurality of symbol rows, the visibility of the protruding portion is lowered and the interval between adjacent symbol rows is widened.Let
The background display control means includes
Displaying the background symbol between the adjacent symbol rows so that the background symbol can be clearly seen,
The effect symbol display control means includes:
The effect symbols are moved and displayed in a direction along the symbol rows between the adjacent symbol rows so that the effect symbols can be clearly seen.A gaming machine characterized by doing so.
[0006]
  According to the invention of claim 1EachEven if the game symbols included in the symbol sequence are displayed adjacent to each other in the left-right direction, the symbol sequences can be clearly distinguished even if they are displayed close together.wear. Also,The background display control means clearly recognizes the background symbols displayed at intervals of each symbol row.The effect symbol display control means can efficiently display the effect symbols between the adjacent symbol strings, and the movement display of the effect symbols can be clearly recognized.
[0007]
  Here, the special game state is a game state that is also referred to as a so-called jackpot, and the occurrence of this special game state gives a player a game value such as acquisition of a large amount of game media (for example, game balls, coins, etc.). In this sense, the special game state is advantageous to the player.The
[0008]
  The interval between the symbol rows may be always substantially constant or may vary, but it is preferable that the interval is always substantially constant. In order to keep the interval between the symbol rows almost constant, it is better to change each symbol row along the direction of variation, regardless of whether the variation of the symbol rows is linear or curved. .
[0009]
  When the variation mode of each symbol sequence is linear, the variation direction of each symbol sequence and the arrangement direction of each symbol sequence are preferably displayed in a variable manner. That is, more specifically, for example, when the variation direction of the symbol sequence is either the vertical direction, it is desirable that the symbol sequences are arranged at a predetermined interval in the horizontal direction (hereinafter also referred to as the left-right direction). .
[0010]
  The moving speed of the symbol row may be high or low, but it is preferable to increase the movement speed. By increasing the movement speed of the symbol row, the non-recessed portion of the opposite sides of the game symbol of the adjacent symbol row becomes a more drastic display, so the visibility of this non-recessed portion is improved. Can be further reduced. As a result, it is possible to achieve a display in which the interval between the symbol rows that are substantially visually recognized is further expanded, and as a result, the background symbols and the production symbols at the intervals between the symbol rows can be more clearly performed. .
[0011]
  In addition, it is desirable to use a symbol imitating a player who is familiar with the identification symbol, such as a numeral or an alphabet, for example, but the present invention is not limited to this. You may make the pattern imitating.
[0012]
  Usually, a plurality of types of game symbols are prepared. In this case, for example, some of the identification symbols are designed to resemble symbols with high identification characteristics that are familiar to the player, such as numbers and alphabets. The identification symbol may be a symbol imitating a character or the like. Since the decorative design does not require discrimination, it is not necessary to make the decorative design familiar. In addition, the decorative design may be novel and give the characteristics of the gaming machine.
[0013]
  The background pattern may be, for example, a still image or a moving image. In addition, the background symbol referred to here may include an effect symbol for performing an effect related to variable display by a plurality of symbol sequences.
[0014]
  Also,The effect related to the variable display by a plurality of symbol sequences is, for example, a reach notice effect, but is not limited to this. For example, the effect for decorating the reach display mode, or the playability is completely involved. It may be a mere decorative effect without.
[0015]
  The reach notice effect is, for example, an effect that suggests that, when an effect symbol appears, it is highly likely that it will be developed into a reach display mode in the future, or that it is surely developed into a reach display mode.
Further, the effect design may be a design imitating some character, item, or the like, for example. The interval between any adjacent symbol rows may be an interval between one set of adjacent symbol rows, or may be an interval between two or more adjacent symbol rows.
Further, only one effect symbol may be displayed at the same time, or a plurality of effect symbols may be displayed at the same time. Furthermore, the effect design may be one type or a plurality of types may be prepared. Depending on the type of effect design, the possibility of developing into a reach display mode or the possibility of occurrence of a special game state may be changed.
[0016]
The invention according to claim 2 is the gaming machine according to claim 1,
The symbol display control means includes:
  When the effect symbol display control means displays the effect symbol between the adjacent symbol strings, the effect symbol display control means comprises a symbol deformation display control means for deforming the decorative symbol into a shape in which the degree of dents becomes larger. It is said.
[0017]
  According to the invention of claim 2, it is possible to perform a highly interesting and variable display game in which the game symbols are deformed according to the game conditions, and the intervals between the game symbols are varied according to the deformation of the game symbols. Since it can be visually recognized as if it spreads further, a background symbol, an effect symbol, etc. can be displayed more clearly at this interval. In particular, even if the effect symbols are set relatively large, they can be displayed at intervals between the symbol strings without any sense of incongruity.
[0023]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
In the present embodiment, a pachinko game as a suitable example of the gaming machine according to the present invention, particularly a pachinko gaming machine of the type belonging to the so-called “first type” will be described.
[0024]
A pachinko gaming machine 100 shown in FIG. 1 launches a game ball (game medium) in a game area 1a constituted by the game board 1 to play a game.
In the game area 1a surrounded by the guide rails 2 of the game board 1, there are the usual figure start gates 6 and 6, the special symbol (special figure) display device 4, the normal symbol (common figure) indicator 7, and the normal variable prize device 9. , A special variation winning device 5, a general winning port 8,..., A hitting direction changing member 14 called a windmill, a number of obstacle nails (not shown) and the like are arranged.
[0025]
  The special symbol display device 4 includes, for example, a variable display device (display device) 4a composed of a liquid crystal display (LCD) and a display control device (display control means) 40 (FIG. 2) described later.ThisUnder the control of the display control device 40, a variable display game of a special figure is possible by variably displaying a plurality of game symbols (= special figure; details will be described later) on the variable display apparatus 4a.
  The general-purpose display 7 is composed of, for example, a 7-segment type LED, and a normal display (for example, identification information such as a design, a number, and a symbol) is displayed.
[0026]
The normal variation winning device 9 includes a pair of left and right opening / closing members 9a, 9a. The opening / closing members 9a, 9a are normally closed at an interval that allows one game ball to flow in (a disadvantageous state for the player). ), But if the result of the variable display game on the normal display 7 becomes a predetermined stop display mode (for example, “7”), it is opened in a reverse “C” shape and is normally The state is changed to a state in which a game ball easily flows into the variable winning device 9 (a state advantageous to the player).
The normal variation winning device 9 also serves as a start port for a special drawing, and includes a special drawing start sensor 9b (FIG. 2) in its inside (winning region). Also, in the normal start gates 6 and 6, there are provided normal start sensors 6b and 6b (FIG. 2) for detecting game balls that have passed through the normal start gates 6 and 6, respectively.
[0027]
The special variable winning device 5 includes a large winning opening 5b that is opened and closed by an attacker-type opening / closing door 5a. The open / close door 5a can be opened by turning in the direction in which the upper end of the door 5 falls to the near side, and the result of the special display variation display game is a special display mode (for example, “7, 7, 7” double eyes) Thus, when a big win or the like occurs, the big winning opening 5b is opened.
In the inside of the big prize opening 5b (winning area), a count sensor 5c (FIG. 2) for detecting a game ball that has entered the big prize opening 5b and a game ball that has entered the big prize opening 5b are continued. A continuation sensor 5d (FIG. 2) for detecting a game ball that has flowed into the winning area (V winning area) is provided.
Further, in each of the general winning awards 8,... (Winning area), winning award sensors 8a,... (FIG. 2) for detecting game balls that have entered the award 8, are disposed. .
[0028]
In addition, as shown in FIG. 2, the pachinko gaming machine includes a game control device (control device) 20 that performs overall control related to games in the game area 1a.
The game control device 20 includes a game microcomputer 21 having a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 21a, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 21b, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 21c, etc., an input I / F 23a, an output I / F 23b, an oscillator 22 or the like.
Among these, the CPU 21a includes a control unit and a calculation unit, and performs calculation control, and also generates various random values related to a special figure or a usual variable display game. The various random numbers include special jackpot determination random numbers, special hit determination random values, and probability variation determination random values.
The RAM 21b stores an ON signal of a special figure start sensor 9b provided in the normal variation winning device 9 (special figure start storage), and a general figure start gate sensor 6b provided in the normal figure start gates 6 and 6. 6b includes a storage area for storing ON signals (normal start storage), a storage area for various random values generated by the CPU 21a, a storage area for temporarily storing various data, and a work area for the CPU 21a.
In the ROM 21c, a game control program and control data are written, a special figure jackpot determination value for determining the occurrence of a special figure jackpot, and a normal figure hit for determining the occurrence of a special figure jackpot A judgment value, a probability variation judgment value, and the like are written.
[0029]
Further, the input I / F 23a is connected to a special drawing start sensor 9b, a normal start gate sensor 6b, 6b, a continuation sensor 5d, a count sensor 5c, a general winning opening 8,... Via a low-pass filter and a buffer gate (not shown). A winning port sensor 8a,... For detecting a game ball that is provided inside and enters the general winning port 8, is connected to which various signals are input. These various signals are relayed by the input I / F 23a and output to the CPU 21a.
On the other hand, various control signals output from the CPU 21a are input to the output I / F 23b. These control signals are relayed by the output I / F 23b, and are output to a normal symbol display device via an output port and a driver (not shown). 7, a large winning opening solenoid 5e as a driving means for the open / close door 5a of the special variable winning device 5, a normal electric accessory solenoid 6c as a driving means for the open / close members 9a, 9a of the normal variable winning device 9, a discharge control device 30, The information is output to the display control device 40 (details will be described below), the decoration control device 50, the sound control device 60, the panel external information output unit 81, and the like.
[0030]
The discharge control device 30 is a device for discharging a prize ball based on a command from the game control device 20, and the decoration control device 50 is a special figure start memory based on a command from the game control device 20. The sound control device 60 is used to control the memory display of the display device 4b and the general-purpose start memory display 6a and to control the lighting state of decorative members such as lamps. This is for controlling the sound generation operation by a speaker (not shown) based on the command.
The board external information output unit 81 relays external information output from the game control device 20 to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine.
[0031]
The CPU 21a of the game control device 20 extracts a random value stored in the RAM 21b based on, for example, an input of a detection signal (start signal) from the special figure start sensor 9b, and stores the random value and the ROM 21c in advance. It is determined whether or not to give a predetermined game value (for example, an opportunity for acquiring a large amount of prize balls due to the occurrence of a special game state) to the player by comparison with the determined determination value.
Also, based on the determination, the display control device 40 is sent display data to cause the variable display device 4a to play a variable display game, or the sound control device 60 is sent sound data to output a sound effect output from the speaker. Control or send decoration data to the decoration control device 50 to control the lighting state of a lamp or the like.
Further, the CPU 21a of the game control device 20 receives a winning ball detection signal from the winning opening switch 8a,..., The special figure start sensor 9b, and the attacker count switch 5c, and based on these detection signals, the discharge control device. Control is also performed to send the prize ball data to 30 and discharge the required number of prize balls.
[0032]
Further, as shown in FIG. 2, the display control device 40 of the special symbol display device 4 displays a variation display of a special symbol by a game symbol on the variation display device 4a based on a command (display control information) from the game control device 20. Display control is performed to display various effects including a game and various other information.
[0033]
As shown in FIG. 2, the display control device 40 includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 41, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 42, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 43, a DMAC (Direct Memory Access Controller) 44, an oscillator 45, a VDC. (Video Digital Controller) 46, font ROM 47, γ correction circuit 48 that performs γ correction when converting an electrical signal (input signal) of VDC 46 into an optical signal (output signal), an interface 49, and the like.
[0034]
Among these, the CPU 41 includes a control unit, a calculation unit, various counters, various registers, and the like, and is connected to the game control device 20 via the interface 49 and is variably displayed under the control of the game control device 20. The device 4a is controlled. The control data is sent to the VDC 46 in synchronization with a pulse from the oscillator 45.
In the ROM 42, a display control program, display control data, and the like for performing display control of the variable display device 4a are written.
The RAM 43 includes a storage area for temporarily storing various data, a work area for the CPU 41, and the like.
The DMAC 44 exchanges display control data directly with each memory, the VDC 46 and the like without accessing the CPU 41 with respect to the display control information from the gaming microcomputer 21.
[0035]
In the font ROM 47, game symbol display data for a variable display game, effect symbol display data, background image display data, reach state image display data, character display data describing game content, and the like are written. .
Although not shown, the VDC 46 includes a sprite RAM, a palette RAM, a V-RAM, and the like, and performs image data control described below.
In other words, the VDC 46 receives a command signal from the CPU 41, extracts display data such as game symbols, effect symbols, and background images from the font ROM 47 and edits them. Then, based on the color arrangement data included in the command signal, a color arrangement is designated for the edited image data using a palette RAM (not shown), and then an image of a game symbol, character, etc. is displayed using a sprite RAM (not shown). Edit. Further, the edited image data signal is corrected by the γ correction circuit 48, transmitted to the variable display device 4a in synchronization with V_SYNC and H_SYNC, and displayed on the variable display device 4a.
[0036]
The pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment is configured as described above, and for example, the following game control is performed.
[0037]
First, as shown in FIG. 3, when power is turned on to the pachinko gaming machine, it enters a state of waiting for change (step S0).
In this variable standby state, the display control device 40 performs display control of the variable display device 4a based on reception of variable standby state data indicating that the gaming state is the variable standby state as display control information (command) from the game control device 20. Then, on the variable display device 4a, for example, an image display such as a customer call display is performed.
[0038]
In this state, when a game ball driven into the game area 1a wins the normal variation winning device 9, the winning game ball is detected by the special figure start sensor 9b, and a detection signal is input to the CPU 21a of the game control device 20. The Based on the input of the detection signal, the CPU 21a of the game control device 20 extracts various random number values (stored and updated at a predetermined cycle) related to the special figure variation display game stored in the RAM 21b, and the extracted randomness. The numerical value is compared with various determination values relating to the special figure variation display game stored in advance in the ROM 21c. Based on this comparison, the CPU 21a determines the contents of the special-figure display game (for example, whether or not to generate a jackpot, whether or not to reach a reach, the type of reach effect, the type of game symbol to be finally stopped, etc.). To do. Further, the CPU 21a outputs display control information (command) to the display control device 40 based on this determination.
The display control information output at this time includes data indicating the state of the gaming machine (for example, variation state data, variation stop data), game symbol data and variation pattern data to be permanently stopped for each variation display area. The variation pattern data now specifies the variation time of the game symbol and the corresponding variation pattern (no reach, normal reach, special reach, re-variation after temporary stop, notice, etc.) Yes.
[0039]
When this display control information is received by the display control device 40, a transition is made to the state of variable execution (step S1).
That is, the display control device 40 edits the image data based on the display control information, sends the edited image data to the variable display device 4a, and changes the game symbol on the display screen 4g of the variable display device 4a. A special display variable display game which is stopped after being displayed is performed. Specifically, the variable display is started based on the reception of the fluctuation state data as the display control information, and the game symbol is displayed with the specified fluctuation pattern for a predetermined time based on the fluctuation pattern data included in the display control information. After the variable display, the game symbol designated by the display control information is temporarily stopped (swinged at a fixed position). Here, the temporary stop of the game symbol is a display state that suggests that the game symbol may be displayed again in the future.
In the game control device 20, when the variation time designated by the previously output display control information has elapsed, the game control device 20 outputs the display control information instructing the suspension to the display control device 40. In the display control device 40, based on the display control information instructing the variable stop, the temporarily stopped game symbol is stopped (completely stopped in a stationary state). Thereby, one fluctuation display game is completed.
[0040]
For example, when the random number for jackpot determination of the special figure and the jackpot determination value of the special figure match, display control information for causing the display control device 40 to stop and display the special display mode is sent, and the variable display device 4a displays the variable display. The game symbol to be played is changed to a special display mode (for example, “1,1,1”, “7,7,7”, etc.), and a big hit is generated. When a big hit occurs, the state transitions to a state in which a special game is performed (special game state (step S2)).
[0041]
On the other hand, when the loss is determined in step S1 by comparing the random value for jackpot determination in the special figure with the determination value, the display result on the display screen 4g becomes a mode of loss and changes once. The display game ends, but if there is a start memory at the end of the variable display game, the process shifts to the next variable display game (repeats step S1). (Transition to step S0).
[0042]
Further, in the special game performed in step S2, a cycle in which the open / close door 5a of the special variable prize-winning device 5 is opened and closed for a predetermined time (for example, 29.5 seconds) is defined as one round. The game is continued up to a predetermined round (for example, 16 rounds) on condition that it is detected by the continuous sensor 5d in the continuous winning area in the mouth 5b. However, during each round, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the big winning opening 5b, the round ends at that time. During each round, the number of winnings to the big winning opening 5b is detected by the count sensor 5c and stored in the RAM 21b. When the predetermined number is reached, the open / close door 5a is closed and the special gaming state of the round is ended.
In addition, a count sensor 5c (FIG. 2) for detecting a game ball that has entered the big prize opening 5b is disposed inside the big prize opening 5b. In accordance with the number of balls, a prize ball is paid out by cooperation of the game control device 20, the discharge control device 30, and the like.
[0043]
As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine, the special game state advantageous to the player in connection with the fact that the game symbol variable display game displayed on the variable display device 4a results in a predetermined special display mode. And a predetermined game value (such as an opportunity to acquire a large amount of prize balls) can be given to the player.
In addition, when the jackpot is generated, for example, when the probability variation determination random number value matches the probability variation determination value, the jackpot is generated a predetermined number of times (for example, once) after the jackpot special game ends. A probability fluctuation state in which the probability of jackpot occurrence is converted from a normal probability (for example, 1/319) to a high probability (for example, 5/319) is generated.
[0044]
When the special game state in step S2 is completed, the game state is shifted to the normal game state or the game state in the probability variation state. If there is a start memory at this time, the flow proceeds to the next variation display game (transition to step S1). ). On the other hand, when there is no start memory, the state shifts to a variable standby state (transfers to step S0).
[0045]
Next, the display mode of the special variable display game performed in step S1 of FIG. 3 will be specifically described. In the following description, the display control device 40 functions as display control means of the present invention (functions as variable display control means, symbol display control means, background display control means, and effect symbol display control means).
[0046]
  First, as shown in FIG. 5 and the like, the display screen (display unit) 4g of the variable display device 4a has a plurality of (for example, three in the present embodiment) variable display areas, that is, first to third variable displays. Regions 4x (left), 4y (right), and 4z (middle) are formed.
  A background image is displayed on the display screen 4g (for example, over each of the variable display areas 4x, 4y, and 4z).
  In the special figure variation display game, in each of the variation display areas 4x, 4y, and 4z, a symbol sequence composed of a plurality of game symbols is displayed.,After the variable display as shown in FIG. 6A, for example, any one of the game symbols is stopped and displayed in each of the variable display areas 4x, 4y, and 4z.
  Here, the changing direction of the symbol row is, for example, a direction from the upper side to the lower side. Moreover, as described above, since the variable display areas 4x, 4y, and 4z are arranged in the left-right direction, the respective symbol columns are displayed in a variable manner from the upper side to the lower side in a state of being adjacent in the left-right direction.
  In the present embodiment, the order in which the game symbols stop in each of the variable display areas 4x to 4z is, for example, in the order of the variable display area 4x (left) → the variable display area 4y (right) → the variable display area 4z (middle). Suppose there is. FIG. 6B shows a state where the game symbol is stopped and displayed only in the variable display area 4x.
  As a result of this stop display, if the combination pattern of the game symbols in each of the variable display areas 4x to 4z becomes a predetermined special display mode (for example, “8, 8, 8”, etc.), it is a big hit Thus, a special game state advantageous to the player is generated, and a predetermined game value can be given.
  In particular, if the game symbols in each of the fluctuation display areas 4x to 4z are big hits such as “7, 7, 7” of the probability variation symbols, for example, the probability fluctuation state after the big hit ends Transition to.
[0047]
Here, the game symbols in the present embodiment will be described in detail.
[0048]
First, each game symbol is configured and displayed from an identification symbol for distinguishing each game symbol from other types of game symbols, and a decoration symbol for decorating each game symbol.
Specifically, for example, as shown in a list in FIG. 4, there are 12 types of game symbols.
In other words, the game symbols each have one corresponding one of the identification symbols 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 606, 607, 608 imitating the numbers “1” to “8”. 621, 622, 623, 624, 625, 626, 627, and 628, and identification patterns simulating predetermined characters (for example, characters “Alibaba”, “Majin”, “Fairy”, and “Super Majin”, respectively) Among 609, 610, 611, and 612, there are 12 types of convenience, such as game symbols 629, 630, 631, and 632 each having one corresponding one.
Among these, for example, game symbols 623 and 627 each having identification symbols 603 and 607 imitating the numbers “3” and “7” and characters (“Alibaba”, “Majin”, “Fairy”, “Super Magic”) A special game can be obtained when six types of gaming symbols 629, 630, 631, and 632 having identification symbols 609 to 612 simulating “person” ”are put into a so-called probabilistic variation pattern (stopping into a stop state). After the state ends, a probability variation state occurs). On the other hand, the other six types of game symbols 621 and 622 each having identification symbols 601, 602, 604, 606 and 608 simulating the numbers “1”, “2”, “4” to “6” and “8”. , 624, 625, 626, 628 are so-called non-probable patterns (even if they become a stop and become a stopped state, the probability variation state does not occur after the end of the special gaming state).
For example, there are a plurality of types of decorative designs.
Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 4, there are four types of decorative symbols, such as decorative symbols 641, 642, 643, and 644. For example, by setting different colors for each type, Is being differentiated. Specifically, for example, the decorative symbol 641 is blue, the decorative symbol 642 is green, the decorative symbol 643 is red, and the decorative symbol 644 is purple (in FIG. 4 etc., the color is different by changing the shading. For convenience).
And each game symbol 621-632 is provided with the thing corresponding to either among the decoration symbols 641-644. Specifically, for example, the game symbols 621, 625, and 629 are the decorative symbols 641, the game symbols 622, 626, and 630 are the decorative symbols 642, the game symbols 623, 627, and 631 are the decorative symbols 643, and the game symbols 624, respectively. Reference numerals 628 and 632 each have a decorative pattern 644.
In short, the game symbols 621 to 632 are configured and displayed with any one type of identification symbols 601 to 612 and any one type of decorative symbols 641 to 644, respectively.
[0049]
Here, each of the decorative symbols 641 to 644 is set larger than each of the identifying symbols 601 to 612.
Further, the display priority order of the decorative symbols 641 to 644 is set lower than that of the identification symbols 601 to 602. Then, by displaying the identification symbols 601 to 612 on the front side of the decorative symbols 641 to 644, the decorative symbols 641 to 644 are positioned on the back side of the identifying symbols 601 to 612, respectively. It is displayed.
In addition, each identification symbol 601-612 is located in the left-right direction center of each decoration symbol 641-644, Therefore, it does not protrude from the right-and-left both sides of each decoration symbol 641-644.
[0050]
In addition, since the decorative symbols 641 to 644 are all set to the same shape and dimensions, for example, the recess widths of the decorative symbols 641 to 644 are unified for all the decorative symbols. These decorative symbols 641 to 644 are, for example, imitating a treasure box (box-shaped symbol), and are each constituted by a main body symbol 645 and a lid symbol 646 on the upper side of the main symbol symbol 645.
As described above, as a result of making the decorative symbols 641 to 644 a novel display such as a box-like symbol, the fun of the variable display game can be enhanced, and the shape of the box body is not used. The decorative designs 641 to 644 can be formed in a concave shape without becoming natural.
[0051]
Furthermore, the required range of the side part of each main body symbol 645 has a shape recessed inward in the horizontal direction.
More specifically, each main body symbol 645 is recessed in an arc shape on both sides so that, for example, the substantially central portion of the side portion in the vertical direction is most constricted.
As a result, both ends of the main body symbol 645 in the vertical direction are the widest (in the left-right direction) of the main body symbol 645. In addition, the left-right direction width | variety of the up-down direction both ends of the main body design 645 is set substantially equal, for example.
On the other hand, the lateral width of the upper cover design 646 of the main body design 645 is set substantially equal to the lateral width of the upper end portion of the main design 645, for example.
[0052]
Thus, each game symbol 621-632 is comprised from the identification symbol 601-612 for identifying the game symbol 621-632, and the decoration symbol 641-644 for decorating each game symbol 621-632. In addition, a part of the identification symbols 601 to 612 is changed to a highly distinguishable numerical symbol familiar to the player, and the decorative symbols 641 to 644 are changed to novel ones such as treasure chests. Features can be produced, and the fun of the variable display game can be enhanced.
[0053]
Further, the decorative symbols 641 to 644 are set larger than the identification symbols 601 to 612, and the display priority order of the decorative symbols 641 to 644 is set lower than the identification symbols 601 to 612 to set the identification symbols 601 to 612. Since the decorative patterns 641 to 644 are superposed and displayed on the back side as if the decorative patterns 641 to 644 are indented inward, the larger the identification symbols 601 to 612 are. The decorativeness of the variable display game can be further enhanced by the set decorative design.
In addition, since only the decorative symbols 641 to 644 are recessed and the identification symbols 601 to 612 are not recessed, the discrimination of the identification symbols 601 to 612 is not lowered.
[0054]
Each game symbol 621 to 632 has the above-described configuration.
[0055]
Each symbol sequence is specifically configured as follows.
[0056]
The symbol sequences that are variably displayed in the variation display areas 4x to 4z are configured by game symbols 621 to 632, respectively. Here, since the decorative symbols 641 to 644 are set to the same shape in all the gaming symbols 621 to 632, the gaming symbols 621 to 632 (each symbol sequence) are neatly decorated.
Moreover, each game symbol 621-632 is displayed comparatively large, for example, in order to improve visibility. As a result, adjacent symbol rows are displayed close to each other, for example.
And the change display of a symbol row | line | column becomes a display which these game symbols 621-632 move from the upper side to the lower side in the state which continued in the up-down direction at predetermined intervals.
That is, during the special figure variation display game, as shown in FIG. 6A, these 12 kinds of game symbols 621 to 632 are, for example, game symbols 621 → game symbols in the variation display areas 4x, 4y, and 4z. 622 → Game symbol 623 → Game symbol 624 → Game symbol 625 → Game symbol 626 → Game symbol 627 → Game symbol 628 → Game symbol 629 → Game symbol 630 → Game symbol 631 → Game symbol 632 → Game symbol 621 →. Then, the fluctuation display that appears from the upper side and disappears to the lower side is performed by circulating for a predetermined time.
In addition, the variable display of each symbol row is performed at high speed (for example, the game symbols 621 to 632 cannot be clearly visually recognized only by vaguely viewing the display screen 4g).
[0057]
Here, as described above, the required ranges of the side portions of the main body symbols 645 are recessed inward in the horizontal direction, so that the game symbols 621 to 632 are also formed as side portions as a whole. Each of the required ranges has a shape recessed inward in the horizontal direction. As described above, in addition to the fact that each of the decorative symbols 641 to 644 is set larger than each of the identifying symbols 601 to 612, each of the identifying symbols 601 to 612 has a horizontal direction of each of the decorative symbols 641 to 644. This is because the identification symbols 601 to 612 do not protrude from the left and right sides of the decorative symbols 641 to 644 by being positioned in the center.
Further, as described above, in addition to the required ranges of the side portions of the game symbols 621 to 632 being recessed inward in the horizontal direction, each symbol row is in the left-right direction as described above. Since the game symbols 621 to 632 are adjacent to each other as a result, the required range of the portion facing the game symbols 621 to 632 in the adjacent symbol row is recessed inward.
[0058]
Therefore, during the variation display of each symbol row, it is possible to reduce the visibility of a portion that is not recessed (referred to as a protruding portion 650 for convenience) among the side portions of the respective game symbols 621 to 632. This is because the moving object (game symbols 621 to 632) cannot be attached with visual acuity, so that the display of the protrusion 650 and the background image are visually recognized. As described above, as a result of the visibility of the projecting portion 650 being reduced, during the display of the variation of each symbol row, the actual game symbols 621 to 632 of the actual game symbols 621 to 632 are reduced to the extent that the respective game symbols 621 to 632 are recessed. The left and right widths of the game symbols 621 to 632 appear to be smaller than the large (left and right width).
Therefore, as described above, the game symbols 621 to 632 are displayed relatively large in order to improve the visibility, and each symbol symbol is displayed in close proximity to each other even though adjacent symbol sequences are displayed close to each other. It can be visually recognized that the interval between the rows is wider than the actual interval. Furthermore, since the dent width of each game symbol 621-632 is unified, it can be visually recognized so that the space | interval of each symbol row | line | column may spread more clearly.
Thus, even if each game symbol 621-632 is displayed comparatively large in order to improve the visibility, or adjacent symbol sequences are brought close to each other, each symbol sequence can be clearly distinguished, The background symbols displayed at the intervals of the symbol rows can be clearly seen.
[0059]
Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 7, during the variable display, for example, an effect design 670 for performing effects related to the variable display may be displayed.
Here, the display priority order of the effect symbols 670 is set lower than the game symbols 621 to 632 constituting each symbol row, for example, and higher than the background symbols. Then, the effect symbol 670 is displayed so that it can be seen behind the interval between any adjacent symbol rows.
Thereby, it is possible to produce an effect by the effect symbol 670 without reducing the visibility of the game symbols 621 to 632, and it is possible to efficiently display the effect symbol 670 between adjacent symbol strings.
More specifically, for example, while the symbol sequence is variably displayed, the effect symbol 670 is moved in the direction (from top to bottom) along the symbol sequence at the interval between any of the symbol sequences that are variably displayed next to each other. It is displayed (FIG. 7B). That is, since the effect symbol 670 is displayed at a location and timing at which the interval between the symbol strings appears wider than actual, the moving display of the effect symbol 670 can be clearly seen and the effect of the effect can be enhanced.
[0060]
The effect design 670 may be displayed, for example, to notify in advance (reach notice) the occurrence of the reach state (the state that has reached the reach display mode).
That is, the display control device 40 as the variation display control means includes the game symbols 621 to 632 displayed on the display screen 4g (display unit) by stopping the variation display in a predetermined plurality of symbol sequences among the plurality of symbol sequences. When the reach display mode is reached, it is possible to convert the variation display of the remaining symbol sequence into a reach variation display, and the effect symbol display control means displays the effect symbol during the variation display of a plurality of symbol sequences, You may make it alert | report in advance that a reach display aspect is formed.
In this case, the display of the effect design 670 can enhance the interest of the variable display game and can also increase the expectation for the occurrence of the reach state.
[0061]
The present embodiment is not limited to the above example, and for example, variations as described below can be considered.
[0062]
For example, a display as if a new game symbol appears from the decorative symbols 641 to 644 may be performed, and a variable display game using the new game symbol that has appeared may be performed.
That is, the display control device 40 as the symbol display control means enables control to newly appear an additional game symbol (not shown) different from the game symbols 621 to 632 in relation to the decorative symbols 641 to 644, A special game state is generated when a combination display mode of a plurality of additional game symbols appearing in association with a plurality of decorative symbols 641 to 644 displayed corresponding to a plurality of symbol sequences becomes a specific display mode. You may do it.
In this case, the appearance of the additional game symbols can greatly enhance the expectation for the occurrence of the special game state, and the additional game symbols appear in association with the decorative symbols 641 to 644, so the player's attention is collected in the decorative symbols. It is possible to enhance the interest of the variable display game.
[0063]
Here, the appearance timing of the additional game symbol (new game symbol) may be “▲ 1 ▼ The original game symbol is changing”, or “▲ 2 ▼ One game when the original game symbol is temporarily stopped. A plurality of new game symbols may appear from the symbols.
That is, “(1) the display control device 40 as the symbol display control means performs a control to make the additional game symbol appear in relation to the decorative symbol during the variable display of the plurality of symbol sequences”. Alternatively, {circle over (2)} before the final combination mode of the game symbols is derived and displayed, the game symbol is displayed as an unconfirmed display (temporary stop display) before the final stop. When the game is performed at a substantially fixed position, control for causing the additional game symbol to appear in association with the decorative symbol may be performed.
In the case of (1), the additional game symbol appears during the variation display by the original game symbol (the symbol sequence constituted by), and the variation display by the additional game symbol is continuously performed. It is possible to enhance the interest of variable display by performing a continuous performance.
In the case of {circle over (2)}, before the final combination mode of the game symbols is derived and displayed, the game symbol is displayed as an unconfirmed display before the final stop, and the required swing display is performed at a substantially fixed position. At this time, in relation to the decorative symbols, the additional game symbols appear, and subsequently the variation display by the additional game symbols is performed. Will start, so you can please a disappointed player once.
[0064]
In addition, during the change display by the additional game symbols, (1) the original game symbols may disappear from the display screen. Alternatively, (2) a small display area of another frame may appear (for example, at the top or bottom of the display screen), and a new game symbol may be displayed in a variable manner there.
That is, “(1) the display control device 40 as the symbol display control means may perform control not to display the original game symbol on the display unit during the change of the additional game symbol” or “▲ 2 The display section may be provided with a display frame for displaying the additional game symbols in a variable manner, and control for changing the additional game symbols in the display frame may be performed.
In the case of {circle around (1)}, since the original game symbol disappears from the display screen during the variation display by the additional game symbol, the variation display by the additional game symbol can be performed clearly. In addition, in the case of (2), since the variable display by the additional game symbol is performed in the display frame of another frame, it is possible to clearly recognize that a new variable display has started, and to ensure a sense of expectation. Can do.
[0065]
Further, the decorative symbols 641 to 644 are displayed as a box symbol composed of the main body symbol 645 and the lid symbol 646, and a new game symbol (additional game symbol) is made to appear in accordance with the indication that the lid symbol 646 is opened. May be.
That is, the display control device 40 as the symbol display control means may make the additional game symbol appear in response to an open display in which the lid symbol 646 is opened.
In this case, it is possible to enhance the interest of the variable display game, and to make the decorative symbols 641 to 644 a box-shaped pattern is not only used for the concave shape but also related to the contents of the variable display game. It is possible to increase the expectation of the special gaming state by the display mode of the decorative symbols.
[0066]
In addition, for example, when the original game symbol becomes a predetermined special display mode, while a newly appearing additional game symbol becomes a specific display mode, only a special game state is generated. Instead, a probability variation state after the end of the special gaming state may be generated.
That is, the display control device 40 as the symbol display control means enables control to newly appear an additional game symbol (not shown) different from the game symbols 621 to 632 in relation to the decorative symbols 641 to 644, A probability variation state is generated when a combination display mode of a plurality of additional game symbols appearing in association with a plurality of decorative symbols 641 to 644 displayed corresponding to a plurality of symbol sequences becomes a specific display mode. You may do it.
In this case, for example, even if the original game symbol is a non-probable variable symbol and is in a special display mode, there is still a possibility that a probability variation state occurs. Not only can be increased, but also the player's expectation can be continued.
[0067]
Further, for example, in a special case such as when the effect symbol 670 is displayed, the game symbol may be deformed and displayed so that the dent of the game symbol is further increased.
That is, the display control device 40 as the symbol display control means includes a symbol deformation display control means for deforming and displaying the game symbols 621 to 632 in a plurality of symbol rows into a shape in which the degree of depression is further increased. Based on the establishment of the condition, the symbol deformation display control means performs the deformation control of the game symbols 621 to 632 so that the interval between the symbol symbols appears to be wider than usual. Display may be performed.
More specifically, for example, the symbol deformation display control means may perform the deformation control of the game symbol when the effect symbol display control means causes the effect symbol 670 to appear on the display screen 4g (display unit). .
In this case, it is possible to perform a highly interesting variable display game in which the game symbols 621 to 632 are deformed according to the game conditions, and the game symbols 621 to 632 are changed according to the deformation of the game symbols 621 to 632. Since the interval can be visually recognized as being further widened, the background symbol, the effect symbol 670 and the like can be displayed more clearly at the interval. In particular, even if the effect symbol 670 is set to be relatively large, it can be displayed at intervals between symbol strings without a sense of incongruity.
[0068]
In addition, the game symbol is usually displayed in a normal shape without being recessed, and for example, when the effect symbol 670 is displayed, the game symbols 621 to 632 are deformed and displayed only in special cases. Also good.
In other words, the display control device 40 as the symbol display control means indents each game symbol 621 to 632 in the plurality of symbol sequences inward from a normal shape to a required range of a portion facing the adjacent symbol sequence. It is provided with a symbol deformation display control means for deforming and displaying the shape, and the symbol deformation display control means performs the deformation control of the game symbols 621 to 632 based on the establishment of a predetermined game condition, so that the interval between adjacent symbol strings May be displayed in such a manner that the symbol string is displayed so as to be wider than the actual interval.
More specifically, for example, the symbol deformation display control means may perform the deformation control of the game symbol when the effect symbol display control means causes the effect symbol 670 to appear on the display screen 4g (display unit). .
In this case, it is possible to perform a highly interesting variable display game in which the game symbols 621 to 632 are deformed according to the game conditions, and the game symbols 621 to 632 are changed according to the deformation of the game symbols 621 to 632. Since it can be visually recognized as the interval is widened, the background symbol, the effect symbol 670 and the like can be clearly displayed at the interval.
[0069]
In addition, the game symbols in the adjacent symbol rows may be displayed such that portions (projections 650) other than the recessed portions are in contact with each other.
In other words, the display control device 40 as the variable display control means may display a plurality of symbol rows adjacent to the display screen 4g (display unit).
In this case, the game symbols 621 to 632 can be further increased by the amount adjacent to each other. However, when each symbol row is displayed in a variable manner, the symbol symbols fluctuate so that a predetermined interval is provided between the symbol rows. Display can be made.
[0070]
Further, in addition to displaying each symbol row adjacent to the left and right in a variable manner in one of the up and down directions, each symbol sequence may be displayed adjacent to each other in the vertical direction and displayed in a variable manner in any one of the left and right directions. In this case, the required range of the upper and lower parts of the game symbol is recessed.
In other words, the display control device 40 as the variable display control means displays the plurality of symbol rows in the left-right direction in a state of being adjacent to each other in the vertical direction on the display screen 4g (display unit). The display control means may display each game symbol 621 to 632 in a shape in which a required range of the upper and lower portions of each game symbol in a plurality of symbol rows is recessed inward.
In this case, in addition to the effects of this embodiment, a more novel variation display game can be played.
[0071]
Note that the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine of this embodiment, for example, other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, ball ball gaming machines such as sparrow ball gaming machines, pachislot machines, slot machines, etc. It can also be applied to other game machines.
Further, it should be considered that the embodiment disclosed this time is illustrative and not restrictive in all respects. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.
[0072]
【The invention's effect】
  According to the invention,The display control means forms a plurality of symbol sequences composed of a plurality of game symbols, and the display control unit displays the plurality of symbol sequences in the vertical direction with the plurality of symbol sequences adjacent to each other in the horizontal direction. Means, and a symbol display control means for displaying and displaying the game symbols of each symbol row, comprising: an identification symbol for identifying the game symbols; and a decoration symbol for decorating each game symbol; and the display unit A background display control means for displaying a background symbol, and an effect symbol display control means for displaying an effect symbol for performing an effect related to the variable display by the plurality of symbol strings, the symbol display control means, the symbol display control means The decoration design is displayed larger than the identification design, and the decoration design is displayed on the back side of the identification design, and the decoration design is displayed.On both sidesDent in the horizontal direction so that the approximate center of the vertical direction of theBoth sidesThe shape of the decorative symbol is unified by making the both ends of the up and down direction the widest and projecting, and each game symbol included in each symbol row is displayed in close proximity,The variation display control means includesBy variably displaying the plurality of symbol rows, the visibility of the protruding portion is lowered and the interval between adjacent symbol rows is widened.The background symbol display control means displays the background symbol between the adjacent symbol rows so that the background symbol can be clearly seen, and the effect symbol display control means clearly displays the effect symbol. The effect symbols are moved and displayed in a direction along the symbol rows between the adjacent symbol rows so that the visual symbols can be visually recognized.Because of this, even if the game symbols included in each symbol row that are displayed adjacent to each other in the left-right direction are displayed close to each other and displayed large, the adjacent side portions of the game symbols in the adjacent symbol rows Of these, the non-recessed portion is displayed more drastically, so that the visibility of the non-recessed portion can be further reduced. As a result, it is possible to achieve a display in which the interval between the symbol rows that are substantially visually recognized is further expanded, and the background symbols and the effect symbols at the intervals between the symbol rows can be more clearly performed.
  In addition, it is possible to clearly see the movement display of the effect symbols between adjacent symbol rows.
According to the invention of claim 2, it is possible to perform a highly interesting and variable display game in which the game symbols are deformed according to the game conditions, and the intervals between the game symbols are varied according to the deformation of the game symbols. Since it can be visually recognized as if it spreads further, a background symbol, an effect symbol, etc. can be displayed more clearly at this interval. In particular, even if the effect symbols are set relatively large, they can be displayed at intervals between the symbol strings without any sense of incongruity.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a front view showing a gaming board provided in a front upper half of a pachinko gaming machine.
FIG. 2 is a main control block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine of FIG. 1;
FIG. 3 is a diagram showing the transition of the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine.
FIG. 4 is a list showing the configuration and types of game symbols.
FIG. 5 is a diagram showing a display screen (display unit). It is a figure which shows the stop state of a game symbol especially.
FIG. 6 is a diagram showing a display screen (display unit). Among these, (a) is a figure which shows the fluctuation state of a symbol row | line | column, (b) is a figure which shows the state in which one game symbol was temporarily stopped.
FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a display screen (display unit). In particular, it is a diagram for explaining the operation of the effect symbol.
[Explanation of symbols]
4a Fluctuating display device (display device)
4g Display screen (display part)
40 display control device (display control means, variable display control means, symbol display control means, background display control means, effect symbol display control means)
601 602 603 604 605 606 607 608 609 610 611 612
621, 622, 623, 624, 625, 626, 627, 628, 629, 630, 631, 632
641, 642, 643, 644 Decorative design
645 main body design
646 Cover design
100 Pachinko machines (game machines)

Claims (2)

A display device having a display unit capable of displaying a plurality of game symbols;
Display control means for performing display control of the display device,
A gaming machine configured to generate a special gaming state advantageous to the player when the combination pattern of the game symbols displayed on the display unit by the control of the display control unit becomes a predetermined special display mode. In
The display control means includes
Fluctuation display control means for forming a plurality of symbol sequences consisting of a plurality of game symbols, and displaying the plurality of symbol sequences in a vertical direction with the plurality of symbol sequences adjacent to each other in the horizontal direction;
A symbol display control means for displaying and displaying the gaming symbols of each symbol row, comprising an identification symbol for identifying the gaming symbols and a decorative symbol for decorating each gaming symbol;
Background display control means for displaying a background symbol on the display unit;
Effect symbol display control means for displaying an effect symbol for performing an effect related to variable display by the plurality of symbol sequences,
Including
The symbol display control means includes:
Displaying the decorative symbol larger than the identification symbol, and displaying the decorative symbol superimposed on the back side of the identification symbol,
The shape of the decorative design is such that the substantially central portion in the vertical direction on both sides of the decorative design is recessed narrowly so as to be constricted, and the both ends in the vertical direction on both sides are widened to form protrusions. Unify
The game symbols included in each symbol row are displayed adjacent to each other in the left-right direction and are displayed close together.
The variation display control means includes :
By variably displaying the plurality of symbol rows, the visibility of the protrusions is reduced and the interval between adjacent symbol rows is widened ,
The background display control means includes
Displaying the background symbol between the adjacent symbol rows so that the background symbol can be clearly seen,
The effect symbol display control means includes:
A gaming machine , wherein the effect symbols are moved and displayed in a direction along the symbol rows between the adjacent symbol rows so that the effect symbols can be clearly seen . The symbol display control means includes:
When the effect symbol display control means displays the effect symbol between the adjacent symbol rows, the effect symbol display control means comprises a symbol deformation display control means for deforming the decorative symbol into a shape in which the degree of dents becomes larger. The gaming machine according to claim 1.

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