JP6674607B2 - Gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

JP 2013-106915 A

  In such a gaming machine, in order to further increase the player's attention to the game, it is necessary to suitably improve the interest in the game. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

  SUMMARY An advantage of some aspects of the invention is to solve at least a part of the problems described above, and the invention can be implemented as the following embodiments.

[Form]
A game area where game balls flow down,
A role mechanism provided in the game area, in which a game ball can enter the ball,
A gaming machine comprising:
The accessory mechanism,
A first specific area, which is an area where a first privilege is given to a player when a game ball passes, and a second privilege that is more advantageous than the first privilege when a game ball passes, are provided by the player. A plurality of specific regions including a second specific region that is a region given to
First detection means for detecting that a game ball has passed through the first specific area of the plurality of specific areas;
Second detection means for detecting that a game ball has passed through the second specific area of the plurality of specific areas,
When a game ball enters, a confirmed entrance where it is determined that the game ball passes any one of the plurality of specific areas,
Privilege grant means for granting a player with a privilege corresponding to the specific area where the passage of the game ball has been detected,
With
At the destination of the game ball that has entered the confirmed entrance, there is provided a privilege distribution means for distributing a bonus granted to the player by distributing the game ball,
The privilege distribution means includes at least:
A first flow path that determines that the game ball passes through the first specific area when the game ball passes;
JP to which the game ball is Ru advantageous benefits granted than the first benefits be another specific area other than the first specific area included in the plurality of particular regions when the gaming ball has passed An advantageous flow path that is determined to pass through a constant area,
Is provided,
The gaming machine is
Even if a plurality of gaming balls enter the confirmed entrance, all of the plurality of gaming balls are configured to be guided to the privilege distribution means,
A first detection time, which is an average time required from when a game ball enters the confirmed entrance to when the game ball is detected by the first detecting means, is determined by a game ball inserted into the confirmed entrance. Is configured to be longer than a second detection time which is an average time required for the game ball to be detected by the second detection means after entering the ball,
The privilege granting means is configured such that, when a plurality of game balls enter the confirmed entrance, and the game balls pass through two or more different specific areas, the identification of which passage of the game ball is detected earliest is performed. A gaming machine comprising means for giving a player a privilege corresponding to an area.

  According to the gaming machine of the above embodiment, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

It is a front view of a pachinko machine. It is a front view of a game board. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure of a center accessory typically. FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure and behavior of a path distribution mechanism. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a structure of a privilege distribution mechanism. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of a delay mechanism. 6 is a flowchart illustrating a timer interrupt process executed in the MPU of the main control device. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st detection process. It is a flowchart which shows a 2nd detection process. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a normal process executed in the MPU of the main control device. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interruption process performed in MPU of a sound light emission control apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows a command correspondence process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure and behavior of the path | route distribution mechanism with which the pachinko machine of 2nd Embodiment is provided. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure and behavior of the path | route distribution mechanism with which the pachinko machine of 3rd Embodiment is provided. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure and behavior of the path | route distribution mechanism with which the pachinko machine of 4th Embodiment is provided. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure and behavior of the path | route distribution mechanism with which the pachinko machine of 5th Embodiment is provided. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure and behavior of the path | route distribution mechanism with which the pachinko machine of 6th Embodiment is provided. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure and behavior of the path | route distribution mechanism with which the pachinko machine of 7th Embodiment is provided. It is a front view of the game board with which the pachinko machine of 8th Embodiment is provided. It is an explanatory view showing a configuration of a first game ball mechanism. It is explanatory drawing which shows the behavior of the game ball which entered the 1st game ball mechanism. It is explanatory drawing which shows typically a part of center accessory with which the pachinko machine of 8th Embodiment is provided. It is an explanatory view showing a configuration of a second game ball mechanism. It is explanatory drawing which shows the behavior of the game ball which entered the 2nd game ball mechanism. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure of another example of a 1st game ball mechanism. It is explanatory drawing which shows the behavior of the adjustment mechanism when a game ball enters the 1st game ball mechanism of another example.

An embodiment of a gaming machine according to the present invention will be described in the following order with reference to the drawings.
A. First embodiment:
B. Second embodiment:
C. Third embodiment:
D. Fourth embodiment:
E. FIG. Fifth embodiment:
F. Sixth embodiment:
G. FIG. Seventh embodiment:
H. Eighth embodiment:
I. Modification:
J. Regarding the inventions extracted from the above embodiments and modifications:

A. First embodiment:
FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine (hereinafter, also referred to as a “pachinko machine”) as one embodiment of the present invention. The pachinko machine 10 includes a wooden outer frame 11 combined in a substantially rectangular shape. When the pachinko machine 10 is installed in the game hall, the outer frame 11 is fixed to the island facilities of the game hall. Further, the pachinko machine 10 includes a pachinko machine main body 12 rotatably supported by the outer frame 11. The pachinko machine main body 12 includes an inner frame 13 and a front door frame 14 arranged on a front surface of the inner frame 13. The inner frame 13 is rotatably supported by the metal hinge 15 with respect to the outer frame 11. The front door frame 14 is rotatably supported by the metal hinge 16 with respect to the inner frame 13. On the back of the inner frame 13, control devices for controlling the pachinko machine main body 12, such as a main control device, a sound emission control device, and a display control device, are arranged. Further, the pachinko machine 10 is provided with a cylinder lock 17. The cylinder lock 17 has a function of locking the inner frame 13 so that it cannot be opened with respect to the outer frame 11 and a function of locking the front door frame 14 so that it cannot be opened with respect to the inner frame 13. Each lock is unlocked by performing a predetermined operation on the cylinder lock 17 using a dedicated key.

  At an approximate center of the front door frame 14, an open window 18 is formed. Around the window 18 of the front door frame 14, resin parts and electric parts for decorating the pachinko machine 10 are provided. The illuminated component is configured by light emitting means including various lamps such as LEDs. The light emitting means plays a role of increasing the effect by lighting or blinking at each game time, big hit winning, reach occurrence, etc. performed by the pachinko machine 10. On the back side of the front door frame 14, a glass unit 18a made of two glass sheets is arranged, and the opened window 18 is sealed by the glass unit 18a. A game board to be described later is detachably attached to the inner frame 13, and a player of the pachinko machine 10 can visually recognize the game board from the front of the pachinko machine 10 via the glass unit 18a. Details of the game board will be described later.

  The front door frame 14 is provided with an upper plate 19 and a lower plate 20 for storing game balls. The upper plate 19 is formed in a box shape with an open upper surface, and game media paid out from the payout means, such as a lending ball lent from a lending machine (not shown) or a prize ball discharged from the pachinko machine main body 12. As a game ball. The game balls stored in the upper plate 19 are supplied to a game ball firing mechanism provided in the pachinko machine main body 12. The game ball firing mechanism is driven by the operation of the operation handle 25 by the player, and fires the game balls supplied from the upper plate 19 to the front of the game board.

  The lower plate 20 is arranged below the upper plate 19 and is formed in a box shape with an open upper surface. The lower plate 20 stores the surplus game balls in the upper plate 19. A discharge port for discharging game balls stored in the lower plate 20 to the dollar box is formed at the bottom of the lower plate 20. A lever 23 is provided below the outlet, and the player can operate the lever 23 to switch between the closed state and the open state of the outlet. When the player operates the lever 23 to open the discharge port, the game ball falls from the discharge port, and the game ball is discharged from the lower plate 20 to the outside.

  An effect operation button 24 is provided in front of the peripheral edge of the upper plate 19 as operation receiving means. The effect operation button 24 is an operation unit for the player to perform an input operation on a game effect performed by the pachinko machine 10. When the player operates the staging operation button 24 at a predetermined timing prepared by the pachinko machine 10, a game effect in which the operation is reflected is performed by the pachinko machine 10.

  Further, an operation handle 25 for a player to operate is provided on the right side of the front door frame 14 in a front view. When the player operates the operation handle 25, a game ball is fired from the game ball firing mechanism to the front of the game board in conjunction with the operation. Inside the operation handle 25, a touch sensor for permitting the driving of the game ball firing mechanism, a weight button for stopping the game ball firing mechanism from firing the game ball by pressing operation by the player, and a rotation of the operation handle 25. And a variable resistor for detecting a dynamic operation amount based on a change in electric resistance. When the player grips the operation handle 25, the touch sensor is turned on, and when the player rotates the operation handle 25 clockwise, the resistance value of the variable resistor changes in accordance with the amount of rotation operation, A game ball is fired from the game ball firing mechanism to the front of the game board with an intensity corresponding to the resistance value of the variable resistor.

  Next, the gaming board will be described. The game board is detachably attached to the front of the inner frame 13.

  FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board 30. The game board 30 is made of plywood, and has a front face formed with a game area PA in which game balls flow down. Further, the game board 30 is provided with an inner rail portion 31a and an outer rail portion 31b so as to partition a part of an outer edge of the game area PA. A guide rail 31 for guiding a game ball is formed between the inner rail portion 31a and the outer rail portion 31b. The game ball fired from the game ball firing mechanism is guided by the guide rail 31 and discharged to the upper part of the game area PA, and thereafter flows down the game area PA. In the game area PA, a plurality of nails 42 are planted substantially perpendicularly to the game board 30, and each accessory such as a windmill is provided. These nails 42 and windmills disperse and arrange the falling directions of the game balls flowing down the game area PA.

  At the approximate center of the game area PA of the game board 30, a center accessory 100 is provided. The center accessory 100 has two openings 101a and 101b into which a game ball can enter, and two blade members 102a and 102b as opening and closing means for opening and closing the openings 101a and 101b, respectively. I have. In the following, the game area PA outside the center accessory 100 is also referred to as a game area PA1 outside the accessory, and the game area PA inside the center accessory 100 is also referred to as a game area PA2 inside the accessory. The details of the internal configuration of the center accessory 100 will be described later with reference to FIG.

  A plurality of openings penetrating in the front-rear direction are formed in the extra-gaming game area PA1. Each opening is provided with a general winning opening 32, a first starting opening 33, and a second starting opening 34. In the present embodiment, the first starting ports 33 are provided one by one on the left and right of the non-principal game area PA1.

  A plurality of general winning ports 32 are provided on the game board 30. In the present embodiment, when a game ball wins in the general winning opening 32, a predetermined number (for example, 10 to 15) of game balls are paid out from the payout device as prize balls.

  The first starting port 33 is arranged so as to be open upward, and is configured so that a game ball can enter the ball from above. In the present embodiment, when a game ball enters the first starting port 33, three game balls are paid out from the payout device as prize balls, and the wing members 102a and 102b of the center role item 100 are opened. . Specifically, when a game ball enters the first starting port 33, the blade members 102a and 102b of the center accessory 100 are opened once. The opening time of the blade members 102a and 102b is 0.715 seconds. Note that the number of times and the opening time of the blade members 102a and 102b are not limited to these. Further, the number of times and the opening time of the blade members 102a and 102b may be determined by an internal lottery triggered by a game ball entering the first starting port 33. Furthermore, the number of prize balls when a game ball enters the first starting port 33 is not limited to three, and may be set to, for example, two or four. In addition, even if a game ball enters the first starting port 33, a prize ball may not be paid out.

  The second starting port 34 is disposed in a state of being opened upward, and is configured such that a game ball can enter the ball from above. In the present embodiment, when game balls enter the second starting port 34, four game balls are paid out from the payout device as prize balls, and the blade members 102a and 102b of the center role item 100 are opened. . Specifically, when a game ball enters the second starting port 34, the blade members 102a and 102b of the center accessory 100 are opened twice. The opening time of the blade members 102a and 102b is 0.715 seconds. Note that the number of times and the opening time of the blade members 102a and 102b are not limited to these. Further, the number of times and the opening time of the blade members 102a and 102b may be determined by an internal lottery triggered by a game ball entering the second starting port 34. Furthermore, the number of prize balls when a game ball enters the second starting port 34 is not limited to four, and may be set to, for example, three or five. Further, even when a game ball enters the second starting port 34, a prize ball may not be paid out.

  As described above, the center accessory 100 has two openings 101a and 101b and two blade members 102a and 102b. When a game ball enters the first starting port 33 or the second starting port 34 and the blade members 102a and 102b are opened, respectively, the game ball flowing down near the upper part of the center role object 100 becomes the opening 101a, From 101b, it is possible to enter the inside of the center feature 100.

  When a game ball enters the center role object 100, the payout device pays out 10 game balls as prize balls. However, the number of prize balls when a game ball enters the center role object 100 is not limited to 10, and may be set to 15, for example.

  A specific area (V zone), which is an area for giving a privilege to a player when a game ball passes, is provided inside the center role object 100. In the present embodiment, a first specific region VZ1, a second specific region VZ2, and a third specific region VZ3 are provided as three specific regions.

  When the game ball passes through any of the three specific areas VZ1 to VZ3, the pachinko machine 10 shifts to a special game state (for example, a jackpot game state) to give a privilege to the player. The special game state is a game state that is advantageous to the player, for example, a game state in which the player can easily acquire many prize balls.

  In the present embodiment, when the pachinko machine 10 shifts to the special game state, the blade members 102a and 102b are frequently opened, so that many game balls can enter the center role item 100. As a result, the player can acquire many prize balls. More specifically, the special game state is configured by a plurality of round games, and in the present embodiment, one round game is that the blade member is opened for 30 seconds, or 10 game modes The process ends when any one of the conditions of the ball entering the center role item 100 is satisfied, and the game shifts to the next round game. However, the end condition of one round game is not limited to these, and may be a configuration in which another end condition is set.

  In the special game state, it is possible to set a plurality of types such as the number of round games to be executed, the number of times the blade members are opened in the round game, the opening time, and the like. In the present embodiment, a special game state of a different type is set for each of the three specific areas VZ1 to VZ3, and when the game ball passes through the first specific area VZ1, the pachinko machine 10 is in the first special game state. When the game ball passes through the second specific area VZ2, the pachinko machine 10 shifts to the second special game state, and when the game ball passes through the third specific area VZ3, the pachinko machine 10 Shifts to the third special game state.

  In the present embodiment, the first special game state is constituted by three round games, the second special game state is constituted by seven round games, and the third special game state is constituted by 16 round games. Is composed of round games. That is, the third special game state is a benefit that is more advantageous for the player than the second special game state, and the second special game state is a benefit that is more advantageous for the player than the first special game state.

  An out port 43 is provided at the bottom of the game board 30. A game ball that has not entered the general winning port 32, the first starting port 33, the second starting port 34, or the center role item 100 is an out port. It is discharged from the game area PA through 43.

  In the present embodiment, a display unit 45 is provided at the upper right of the game board 30. The display unit 45 includes a first hold display unit 45a, a second hold display unit 45b, and a round display unit 45c.

  The first hold display section 45a is configured by a light-emitting display composed of a plurality of LED lamps, and displays the number of held first start-up ports 33 by the color or combination of the LED lamps to be turned on. In the present embodiment, up to four game balls that have entered the first starting port 33 are reserved. Similarly, the second hold display section 45b is configured by a light-emitting indicator including a plurality of LED lamps, and displays the number of held second start-up ports 34 by the color or combination of the LED lamps to be turned on. In the present embodiment, up to four game balls that have entered the second starting port 34 are reserved.

  The round display unit 45c is configured by a segment display in which a plurality of segment light emitting units are arranged in a predetermined manner, and displays the number of round games that occur in the special game state, or displays corresponding thereto.

  Note that the display unit 45 is not limited to a segment display or a light-emitting display using an LED lamp, but can be realized by various display devices capable of indicating the number of held games and the number of round games. For example, the display unit 45 may be configured by a liquid crystal display, an organic EL display, a CRT, a dot matrix display, or the like.

  FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram schematically showing the configuration of the center accessory 100. A display device 91 for performing effects and notification, which will be described later, is provided on the center left side of the center role item 100. In the present embodiment, a liquid crystal display device is employed as the display device 91. However, the display device 91 may be configured by another display device such as an organic EL display device.

  A guide path 106a for guiding the game ball to the ball detection sensor 104a is provided at the lower right of the blade member 102a, and a guide for guiding the game ball to the ball detection sensor 104b at the lower left of the blade member 102b. A road 106b is provided. For this reason, in the present embodiment, a large percentage of game balls that have entered through the opening 101a while the left blade member 102a is open pass through the ball detection sensor 104a provided on the left side, while the right A large percentage of game balls entered from the opening 101b while the member 102b is open pass through the entry detection sensor 104b provided on the right side. In the present embodiment, when a game ball passes the ball detection sensor 104a or the ball detection sensor 104b, ten game balls are paid out from the payout device as prize balls.

  Downstream of the incoming ball detection sensors 104a and 104b, a special route SR which is a predetermined game ball route and a normal route NR which is a predetermined game ball route different from the special route SR And a route distribution mechanism 110 for distributing the reached game balls to the special route SR or the normal route NR. In the present embodiment, the special route SR is constituted by a first special route SR1 and a second special route SR2, and the first special route SR1 and the second special route SR2 are merged on the way to form one special route SR. It has become. In the present embodiment, a passage detection sensor 107 that detects the passage of a game ball is provided on the merged special route SR.

  The route distributing mechanism 110 has a function of distributing the reached game ball to either the special route SR or the normal route NR by having a structure that rotates around the rotation shaft 113. In the present embodiment, the route distribution mechanism 110 determines whether the game ball arrives at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110 or when one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110. If another game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110 within 5 seconds, the one game ball and the other game ball are transferred to the special route SR (first special route SR1, second special route SR2). Distribute to. On the other hand, if another game ball has not reached the route distribution mechanism 110 within 0.5 second after one game ball has reached the route distribution mechanism 110, the one game ball is not moved. Assigned to the normal route NR. The configuration of the route distribution mechanism 110 and details of the behavior when the game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110 will be described later.

  In the present embodiment, the special route SR (the first special route SR1 and the second special route SR2) is configured to be a route more advantageous to the player than the normal route NR. Specifically, the game balls distributed to the special route SR (the first special route SR1 and the second special route SR2) are configured to surely reach the disc-shaped rotating body 130 described later. On the other hand, the game balls distributed to the normal route NR are guided by the selection mechanism 120, and only the game balls selected by the selection mechanism 120 reach the disk-shaped rotating body 130.

  In the present embodiment, the first special route SR1 and the second special route SR2 are merged, and the path length of the first special route SR1 up to the junction and the length of the first special route SR1 until the junction are reached. 2 Special route SR2 has a different path length. Therefore, for example, even when each of the two game balls is simultaneously distributed to the first special route SR1 and the second special route SR2, the two game balls reach the merging point. Since the timings at which the two game balls are performed differ, it is possible to suppress the two game balls from colliding with each other at the junction.

  The selection mechanism 120 includes a cylindrical member 121 swinging right and left, and the cylindrical member 121 is provided with a ball entrance 122 through which a game ball can enter. When the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned on, the selection mechanism 120 moves the cylindrical member 121 to the reference position and starts swinging left and right with respect to the reference position. In the present embodiment, one cycle of right and left swing is 5 seconds. The game ball that has entered the entrance 122 passes through the selection mechanism 120 and reaches the disc-shaped rotating body 130. In the present embodiment, the proportion of game balls selected by the selection mechanism 120 and reaching the disc-shaped rotating body 130 is about 15%.

  The game balls distributed to the special route SR and the game balls passing through the selection mechanism 120 are guided to the disk-shaped rotating body 130. In the present embodiment, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned on, the disk-shaped rotating body 130 starts rotating at a rotation speed of one rotation in two seconds.

  The disc-shaped rotator 130 is provided with a definite entry port VH and two off entry ports OH1 and OH2. The confirmed entrance VH is an entrance into which a game ball can enter, and when a game ball enters, it is determined that the game ball passes through any of the three specific areas VZ1 to VZ3. . That is, when a game ball enters the confirmed entrance VH, the transition to the special game state is decided. The outgoing entrances OH1 and OH2 are entrances into which game balls can enter, and when a game ball enters, the game ball is ejected as an outgoing ball from the inside-government game area PA2. In the present embodiment, the disc-shaped rotator 130 is provided with one fixed entrance VH and two off-set entrances OH1, OH2, so that the game sphere that has reached the disc-shaped rotator 130 is The ball enters the confirmed entrance VH with a probability of 1/3. A V detection sensor 108 for detecting the passage of a game ball and a first privilege distribution mechanism 140 are provided downstream of the confirmed entrance VH. The game ball that has entered the confirmed entrance VH is detected by the V detection sensor 108 and guided to the first privilege distribution mechanism 140.

  The first privilege distribution mechanism 140 is provided with a first privilege entrance VH1 and a privilege promotion entrance UH. The first privilege distribution mechanism 140 has a function of distributing the reached gaming ball to either the first privilege entrance VH1 or the privilege promotion entrance UH.

  A first specific area VZ1 is provided downstream of the first privilege entrance VH1. The first privilege entrance VH1 is a entrance into which game balls can enter, and when a game ball enters, it is determined that the game ball passes through the first specific area VZ1. In the vicinity of the first specific area VZ1, there is provided a first detection sensor S1 for detecting the passage of the game ball through the first specific area VZ1. When a game ball is detected by the first detection sensor S1, the pachinko machine 10 determines that the game ball has passed the first specific area VZ1, and enters the first special game state (3R) including three round games. Transition.

  The privilege promotion entrance UH is an entrance through which a game ball can enter, and when a game ball enters, the game ball enters either the second specific area VZ2 or the third specific area VZ3. It is decided to pass. A second privilege distribution mechanism 160 is provided downstream of the privilege promotion entrance UH. A game ball that has entered the privilege promotion entrance UH is guided to the second privilege distribution mechanism 160.

  The second privilege distribution mechanism 160 has a function of distributing the reached gaming ball to one of the two specific areas VZ2 and VZ3. In the present embodiment, the second privilege distribution mechanism 160 is provided with a second privilege entrance VH2 and a third privilege entrance VH3.

  A second specific area VZ2 is provided downstream of the second privilege entrance VH2. The second privilege entrance VH2 is a entrance into which game balls can enter, and when a game ball enters, it is determined that the game ball passes through the second specific area VZ2. In the vicinity of the second specific area VZ2, a second detection sensor S2 for detecting the passage of the game ball through the second specific area VZ2 is provided. When a game ball is detected by the second detection sensor S2, the pachinko machine 10 determines that the game ball has passed through the second specific area VZ2, and enters the second special game state (7R) including seven round games. Transition.

  A third specific region VZ3 is provided downstream of the third privilege entrance VH3. The third privilege entrance VH3 is a entrance where game balls can enter, and when a game ball enters, it is determined that the game ball passes through the third specific area VZ3. In the vicinity of the third specific area VZ3, a third detection sensor S3 for detecting the passage of the game ball through the third specific area VZ3 is provided. When the game ball is detected by the third detection sensor S3, the pachinko machine 10 determines that the game ball has passed through the third specific area VZ3, and enters the third special game state (16R) including 16 round games. Transition.

  A first delay mechanism D1 is provided between the first privilege entrance VH1 and the first detection sensor S1. The first delay mechanism D1 has a function of delaying the arrival of the game ball at the detection position detected by the first detection sensor S1 after the ball enters the first privilege entrance VH1. The specific configuration of the first delay mechanism D1 will be described later.

  A second delay mechanism D2 is provided between the second privilege entrance VH2 and the second detection sensor S2. The second delay mechanism D2 has a function of delaying the game ball from reaching the detection position detected by the second detection sensor S2 after entering the second privilege entrance VH2. The specific configuration of the second delay mechanism D2 will be described later.

  In the present embodiment, a plurality of game balls enter the fixed entrance VH, and two or more different ones among the three specific regions of the first specific region VZ1, the second specific region VZ2, and the third specific region VZ3. When the game ball passes through the specific area, the specific area where the detection of the game ball has been detected earliest by the detection sensor is determined to be valid, and a transition is made to a special game state corresponding to the specific area determined to be valid. .

  Here, the average time required from when the game ball passes through the confirmed entrance VH to when the game ball is detected by the first detection sensor S1 is defined as a first detection time T1. The average time required from when the game ball passes through the fixed entrance VH to when the game ball is detected by the second detection sensor S2 is defined as a second detection time T2. In this case, the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment includes the first delay mechanism D1 so that the first detection time T1 is longer than the second detection time T2. The reason will be described below.

  For example, when a plurality of game balls enter the center role object 100 during one opening of the wing members 102a and 102b and a plurality of game balls enter the confirmed entrance VH, one game ball is The case where the ball enters the second privilege entrance VH2 and another game ball enters the first privilege entrance VH1 will be described. If the first detection time T1 is configured to be shorter than the second detection time T2, a game ball that has entered the second privilege entrance VH2 is likely to pass through the second specific area VZ2. Nevertheless, although the game ball that has entered the first privilege entrance VH1 is first detected by the first detection sensor S1, the game ball that has entered the second privilege entrance VH2 exists. Instead, the pachinko machine 10 may shift to the first special game state (3R) which is more disadvantageous than the second special game state (7R). On the other hand, in the present embodiment, the first detection time T1 is configured to be longer than the second detection time T2, so that there is a game ball that has entered the second privilege entrance VH2. Nevertheless, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of the situation where the pachinko machine 10 shifts to the first special game state (3R). As a result, it is possible to improve the interest of the game when a plurality of game balls enter the fixed entrance VH.

  Further, the average time required from when the game ball passes through the fixed entrance VH to when the third detection sensor S3 detects the game ball is defined as a third detection time T3. In this case, the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment is configured such that the second detection time T2 is longer than the third detection time T3 by including the second delay mechanism D2. The reason will be described below.

  For example, when a plurality of game balls enter the center role object 100 during one opening of the wing members 102a and 102b and a plurality of game balls enter the confirmed entrance VH, one game ball is A case will be described in which the ball enters the third privilege entrance VH3 and another game ball enters the second privilege entrance VH2. If the second detection time T2 is configured to be shorter than the third detection time T3, a game ball that has entered the third privilege entrance VH3 is likely to pass through the third specific area VZ3. Nevertheless, the game ball that has entered the second privilege entrance VH2 is first detected by the second detection sensor S2, and there is a game ball that has entered the third privilege entrance VH3. Instead, the pachinko machine 10 may shift to the second special game state (7R) which is more disadvantageous than the third special game state (16R). On the other hand, in the present embodiment, the second detection time T2 is configured to be longer than the third detection time T3, so that there is a game ball that has entered the third privilege entrance VH3. Nevertheless, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of the situation where the pachinko machine 10 shifts to the second special game state (7R). As a result, it is possible to improve the interest of the game when a plurality of game balls enter the fixed entrance VH.

  Here, the average time is calculated by measuring the time required for a game ball to enter the determined entrance VH and detecting the game ball by each of the detection sensors S1, S2, S3 a plurality of times and calculating the average. It can be obtained by doing.

  Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described. In this description, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described with reference to a block diagram.

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10. As shown in FIG. The pachinko machine 10 is mainly configured with a main control device 60 as a center, and includes a sound emission control device 80 and a display control device 90. The main control device 60 includes a main control board 61 that controls the main control of the game. The main control board 61 includes an MPU 62 configured by elements having a plurality of functions.

  The MPU 62 includes a ROM 63 in which various control programs and fixed value data are recorded, and a RAM 64 which is a memory for temporarily storing various data when executing the programs recorded in the ROM 63. The MPU 62 further includes an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, a data input / output circuit, and a counter circuit as a random number generator. Note that a part of the function of the MPU 62 may be provided in another element.

  The main control board 61 is provided with an input port and an output port.

  On the input side of the main control board 61, winning detection sensors 67a to 67g for detecting the entry (winning) of game balls into the general winning opening 32, the first starting opening 33, and the second starting opening 34, respectively, Ball detection sensors 104a and 104b for detecting the ball entering the center role item 100, a passage detection sensor 107 for detecting the passage of the game ball through the special route SR, and the ball entry to the fixed entrance VH of the game ball. , The first to third detection sensors S1 to S3 for detecting the passage of the game ball through each specific area, and the power supply device 70.

  The winning detection sensors 67a to 67g are provided in the general winning opening 32, the first starting opening 33, and the second starting opening 34, respectively, which are arranged in the extra-game play area PA1, and the MPU 62 receives the signals from these sensors. Based on the signal, a prize determination is made as to whether or not a game ball flowing down the extra-game play area PA1 has won (entered) a winning opening or a starting opening.

  The incoming ball detection sensors 104a and 104b, the passage detection sensor 107, the V detection sensor 108, and the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3 are provided in a game area PA2 in the inside of the inside of the center thing 100 and the MPU 62. Determines whether a game ball has passed a predetermined location based on signals from these sensors.

  The power supply device 70 is connected to a commercial power supply as an external power supply, and converts the external power supplied from the commercial power supply into operating power required by the main control device 60, a payout control device 71, and the like. Supply power to the device. Specifically, for example, the power supply device 70 supplies DC stable 24 V power to the MPU 62.

  A payout control device 71 is connected to the output side of the main control board 61. The main control device 60 transmits a prize ball command to the payout control device 71 based on the winning determination result.

  The payout control device 71 receives the award ball command transmitted from the main control device 60, and controls the payout device 72 based on the received award ball command to pay out the award ball. A firing control device 73 is connected to the payout control device 71. The launch control device 73 controls the launch of the game ball launch mechanism 74. The game ball launching mechanism 74 is driven when predetermined launch conditions are satisfied, and launches game balls to the game board 30.

  On the output side of the main control board 61, further, a blade driving device 76 for opening and closing the blade members 102a and 102b of the center role object 100, a driving device 77 for driving various devices in the center role item 100, and a display unit 45 are connected. The main control board 61 is provided with various driver circuits, and the MPU 62 controls various driving devices through the driver circuits. Specifically, for example, when it is detected that a game ball enters the first starting port 33 or the second starting port 34, the MPU 62 controls the blade driving device 76 so that the blade members 102a and 102b are opened and closed. Execute control.

  On the output side of the main control board 61, a sound emission control device 80 is further connected. The main controller 60 transmits various commands to the sound emission controller 80.

  The sound emission control device 80 includes a sound emission control board 81. The sound emission control board 81 includes an MPU 82 constituted by elements having a plurality of functions. The MPU 82 includes a ROM 83 in which various control programs and fixed value data are recorded, and a RAM 84 which is a memory for temporarily storing various data when executing the programs recorded in the ROM 83. The sound emission control device 80 receives various commands transmitted from the main control device 60 and executes processing corresponding to the received various commands. For example, based on various commands received from the main control device 60, the sound light emission control device 80 controls the driving of various lamps 47 including light emitting means such as LEDs arranged on the front door frame 14, and the driving control of the speaker 46. Is performed, and the display control device 90 is controlled. Further, the sound emission control device 80 is connected to the effect operation button 24, and when the effect operation button 24 is operated by the player at a predetermined timing, a game effect reflecting the operation is performed. It controls various lamps 47, speakers 46, a display control device 90, and the like.

  The display control device 90 receives various commands transmitted from the sound emission control device 80, and executes display control of the display device 91 based on the received various commands.

  Next, an effect performed in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the distance from the incoming ball detection sensor 104a to the route distribution mechanism 110 is the same as the distance from the incoming ball detection sensor 104b to the route distribution mechanism 110 (FIG. 3). Therefore, if the time interval between the timing at which one game ball passes the ball detection sensor 104a and the timing at which another game ball passes the ball detection sensor 104b is 0.5 second or less, Game ball and the other game ball may be distributed to the special route SR by the route distribution mechanism 110.

  Therefore, in the MPU 62 of the present embodiment, the time interval between the timing at which the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104a and the timing at which the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b is 0.5 second or less. When it is determined whether or not the time interval is 0.5 seconds or less, the various lamps 47, the speaker 46, and the display device 91 as the effect executing means are advantageous to the player. Have a performance that suggests a potential situation. In the present embodiment, the MPU 62 causes the various lamps 47 to blink, causes the display device 91 to display characters such as “attention!”, And causes the speaker 46 to output sound corresponding to the characters. However, the effect that the MPU 62 causes the effect execution means to execute may be in another mode.

  Therefore, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to suggest to the player that there is a possibility that the gaming ball may be in an advantageous situation of being distributed to the special route SR, and to improve the player's attention to the game. Can be.

  The time interval of 0.5 seconds, which is the time interval between the timing when one game ball passes through the ball detection sensor 104a and the timing when another game ball passes through the ball detection sensor 104b, is determined by a route described later. It can be changed appropriately according to the characteristics of the distribution mechanism 110.

  Further, the MPU 62 of the present embodiment recognizes that, when a game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107, that is, when the game ball is distributed to the special route SR, the situation is advantageous for the player. The effect to be suggested is executed by the various lamps 47, the speaker 46, and the display device 91 as the effect executing means. In the present embodiment, the MPU 62 causes the various lamps 47 to blink, causes the display device 91 to display characters such as “expected large !!”, and causes the speaker 46 to output sound corresponding to the characters. However, the effect that the MPU 62 causes the effect execution means to execute may be in another mode.

  In addition, the MPU 62 of the present embodiment determines that the transition to the special game state has been confirmed when a game ball is detected by the V detection sensor 108, that is, when a game ball enters the confirmed entrance VH. Is performed by the various lamps 47, the speaker 46, and the display device 91 as the effect executing means. In the present embodiment, the MPU 62 blinks the various lamps 47, displays characters and images such as “V prize!” On the display device 91, and outputs sounds corresponding to the characters and the images to the speaker 46. However, the effect that the MPU 62 causes the effect execution means to execute may be in another mode.

  Next, notification of an abnormality executed in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment will be described.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the time interval between the timing when one game ball passes through the ball detection sensor 104a (FIG. 3) and the timing when another game ball passes through the ball detection sensor 104b is set. When the time is 0.5 second or less, the one game ball and the other game ball may be distributed to the special route SR and detected by the passage detection sensor 107 provided on the special route SR.

  However, when a game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107 even though the time interval between one game ball and another game ball that have passed through the ball detection sensors 104a and 104b is not less than 0.5 second. In this case, there is a possibility that a problem has occurred in the route distribution mechanism 110, and that there is a possibility that the player has been tampered with. As a defect of the path distribution mechanism 110, for example, the rotation shaft 113 of the path distribution mechanism 110 described later may be fixed.

  Therefore, in the MPU 62 of the present embodiment, the time interval between the timing at which the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104a and the timing at which the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b is 0.5 second or less. If the time interval is determined to be 0.5 seconds or less, the condition establishment flag is turned on for 2.5 seconds.

  If a game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107 during 2.5 seconds when the condition satisfaction flag is ON, the possibility that an abnormality has occurred is low, and the MPU 62 does not execute the notification described later. Is determined.

  Note that the reason why the period during which the condition satisfaction flag is turned on is set to 2.5 seconds is that, in the present embodiment, the game ball passes from the passing ball detection sensor 104a to the passing ball detection sensor 107. This is because the time required is about 1.5 seconds, and the time required from when the game ball passes the ball detection sensor 104b to when it passes the passage detection sensor 107 is about 2.0 seconds.

  On the other hand, when a game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107 during a period in which the condition satisfaction flag is not ON, that is, a timing at which a game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104a and a game ball by the ball detection sensor 104b. If a game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107 in spite of the fact that the time interval from the timing at which is detected is not less than 0.5 seconds, there is a possibility that an abnormality has occurred. Means that there is a possibility that the route distribution mechanism 110 has a problem with the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, and the display device 91 as the notification means, and that there is a possibility that the player has been tampered with. Let them know that there is something. In the present embodiment, the MPU 62 blinks the various lamps 47, displays characters such as “abnormality detection” on the display device 91, and outputs sounds corresponding to the characters to the speaker 46. However, the notification that the MPU 62 causes the notification means to execute may be in another form. When the pachinko machine 10 is connected to a hall computer, the MPU 62 outputs a signal indicating that an abnormality has occurred to the hall computer. The hall computer that has received the signal informs the display device, speaker, or the like, which is connected to the hall computer, of the occurrence of an abnormality in the pachinko machine 10.

  Therefore, according to the present embodiment, various lamps 47, speakers, and the like indicate that there is a possibility that the route distribution mechanism 110 may be defective, and that there is a possibility that a player has been tampered with. Since the notification is provided by the display 46, the display device 91, etc., a healthy game can be secured.

  In the present embodiment, the center role object 100 detects the game ball by any of the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3 within 30 seconds after the game ball is detected by the V detection sensor 108. Is configured. For this reason, if no game ball is detected by any of the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3 within 30 seconds after the game ball is detected by the V detection sensor 108, the V detection sensor 108 There is a possibility that an abnormality has occurred in which the game ball is clogged at any point on the route from the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3.

  Therefore, the MPU 62 of the present embodiment, when no game ball is detected by any of the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3 within 30 seconds after the game ball is detected by the V detection sensor 108, The various lamps 47, the speaker 46, and the display device 91 as the notification means are notified that there is a possibility that an abnormality has occurred. In the present embodiment, the MPU 62 blinks the various lamps 47, displays characters such as “abnormality detection” on the display device 91, and outputs sounds corresponding to the characters to the speaker 46. However, the notification that the MPU 62 causes the notification means to execute may be in another form. When the pachinko machine 10 is connected to a hall computer, the MPU 62 outputs a signal indicating that an abnormality has occurred to the hall computer. The hall computer that has received the signal informs the display device, speaker, or the like, which is connected to the hall computer, of the occurrence of an abnormality in the pachinko machine 10.

  FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing the configuration and behavior of the route distribution mechanism 110. As shown in FIG. 5A, the path distribution mechanism 110 is configured as a line-symmetrical shape (in the present embodiment, an isosceles triangle), and includes a first distribution unit 111 and a second distribution unit. 112 and a rotating shaft 113 that rotatably supports the path distribution mechanism 110.

  As shown in FIG. 5B, when one game ball PB1 reaches the first distribution unit 111 and another game ball PB2 reaches the second distribution unit 112 at the same time, the route distribution is performed. By suppressing the rotation of the mechanism 110 about the rotation axis 113, the first distribution unit 111 distributes the one game ball PB1 to the first special route SR1, and the second distribution unit 112 Another game ball PB2 is distributed to the second special route SR2.

  Note that even if the timing at which one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 arrive is not the same, one game ball PB1 arrives at the first distribution unit 111, and the path distribution mechanism 110 moves the rotating shaft 113. When the other game ball PB2 reaches the second distribution unit 112 before the one game ball separates from the first distribution unit 111 and falls by rotating at least 40 degrees counterclockwise as the center. The rotation of the path distribution mechanism 110 around the rotation axis 113 by 40 degrees or more is suppressed. As a result, the first distribution unit 111 distributes the one game ball PB1 to the first special route SR1, and the second distribution unit 112 distributes the other game ball PB2 to the second special route SR2. One game ball PB1 reaches the second distribution unit 112, the path distribution mechanism 110 rotates clockwise about the rotation axis 113 by 40 degrees or more, and the one game ball is transmitted from the second distribution unit 112. The same applies to a case where another game ball PB2 reaches the first distribution unit 111 before falling away.

  In the present embodiment, the time required for the path distribution mechanism 110 to rotate counterclockwise around the rotation axis 113 to 40 degrees after one game ball PB1 reaches the first distribution unit 111. Is 0.5 seconds. Similarly, the time required for the path distribution mechanism 110 to rotate clockwise around the rotation axis 113 to 40 degrees from the arrival of one game ball PB1 to the second distribution unit 112 is also 0.5 seconds. It is. The time of 0.5 seconds can be changed as appropriate by changing the weight of the path distribution mechanism 110, the rotational resistance of the rotating shaft 113, the shape of the first distribution unit 111 and the second distribution unit 112, and the like. Can be.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 5C, one game ball PB1 arrives at the first distribution unit 111, and the path distribution mechanism 110 rotates counterclockwise about the rotation shaft 113 by 40 degrees or more. If another game ball has not reached the second distribution unit 112 before, the path distribution mechanism 110 rotates about the rotation shaft 113 by 40 degrees or more due to the weight or impact of the one game ball PB1. Then, the one game ball separates from the first distribution unit 111 and falls on the normal route NR. In other words, the first distribution unit 111 distributes the one game ball PB1 to the normal route NR. Similarly, before one game ball PB1 reaches the second distribution unit 112 and the path distribution mechanism 110 rotates clockwise by 40 degrees or more around the rotation axis 113, the other game ball is moved to the first game ball PB1. When the path does not reach the distribution unit 111, the path distribution mechanism 110 rotates about the rotation shaft 113 by 40 degrees or more due to the weight or impact of the one game ball PB1. One game ball separates and falls on the normal route NR. In other words, the second distribution unit 112 distributes the one game ball PB1 to the normal route NR.

  In the present embodiment, a regulating member 114 that regulates the rotation range of the path distribution mechanism 110 is provided, and the rotation of the path distribution mechanism 110 is restricted to a range of 45 degrees clockwise and counterclockwise. Have been. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the path distribution mechanism 110 from rotating once, and for example, to prevent the path distribution mechanism 110 from stopping after being rotated by 180 degrees. However, the regulating member 114 may be omitted, and the path distribution mechanism 110 may be configured to be able to make one rotation.

  As described above, according to the route distribution mechanism 110 of the present embodiment, the function of distributing the game balls to the special route SR or the normal route NR is realized by using a weight sensor or an actuator described later (the seventh embodiment). ) Can be realized by a simpler configuration.

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the configuration of the privilege distribution mechanism. FIG. 6A is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the configuration of the first privilege distribution mechanism 140 from above. The first privilege distribution mechanism 140 includes a rotating body 141 divided into four regions by a partition 142. In this embodiment, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned on, the rotating body 141 starts rotating at a rotation speed of one rotation in 20 seconds. Each of the four areas has a size that allows only one game ball to enter, two of the four areas function as a first privilege entrance VH1, and the remaining two areas are , Function as a privilege promotion entrance UH.

  As shown in FIG. 6A, the game ball that has reached the first privilege distribution mechanism 140 enters one of the first privilege entrance VH1 and the privilege promotion entrance UH. When a game ball enters the privilege promotion entrance UH, the game ball falls downward from the opening as it is, and is guided to a path leading to the second privilege distribution mechanism 160. On the other hand, when a game ball enters the first privilege entrance VH1, the game ball moves to the back side of the partition wall 144 with the rotation of the rotating body 141, and is provided at the bottom of the first privilege entrance VH1. The ejected ejecting mechanism 146 is pushed out by ascending, and is guided on a path that continues to the first specific area VZ1.

  In the present embodiment, the first privilege entrance port VH1 is used for another game during a period from when one game ball enters, until the game ball moves to the back side of the partition wall 144 with the rotation of the rotating body 141. The ball is configured not to enter the ball. Therefore, for example, during one opening of the blade members 102a and 102b, a plurality of game balls enter the center accessory 100, and two of the plurality of game balls enter the fixed entrance VH. Then, when reaching the first privilege distribution mechanism 140, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation where both of the two game balls enter the first privilege entrance VH1. As a result, when the two game balls reach the first privilege distribution mechanism 140, the player has a feeling of expectation that both of the two game balls enter the privilege promotion entrance port UH having a high advantage. Even if one game ball enters the first privilege entrance VH1 while being granted, the other game ball almost certainly enters the privilege promotion entrance UH having a high degree of advantage. Such an expectation can be given to the player.

  FIG. 6B is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the configuration of the second privilege distribution mechanism 160 from above. In the present embodiment, the second privilege distribution mechanism 160 has the same configuration as the first privilege distribution mechanism 140. Specifically, the second privilege distribution mechanism 160 includes a rotating body 161 divided into four regions by a partition 162. In the present embodiment, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned on, the rotating body 161 starts rotating at a rotation speed of one rotation in 20 seconds. Each of the four areas has a size that allows only one game ball to enter, two of the four areas function as a second privilege entrance VH2, and the remaining two areas are , Functions as the third privilege entrance VH3.

  As shown in FIG. 6B, the game ball that has reached the second privilege distribution mechanism 160 enters one of the second privilege entrance VH2 and the third privilege entrance VH3. When a game ball enters the third privilege entrance VH3, the game ball falls downward from the opening as it is, and is guided on a route that continues to the third specific area VZ3. On the other hand, when a game ball enters the second privilege entrance VH2, the game ball moves to the back side of the partition 164 with the rotation of the rotating body 161, and is provided at the bottom of the second privilege entrance VH2. The ejected ejecting mechanism 166 is pushed out by ascending, and is guided on a path that continues to the second specific area VZ2.

  In the present embodiment, the second privilege entrance VH2 of the second privilege distribution mechanism 160 moves to the back side of the partition 164 with the rotation of the rotating body 161 after one game ball enters. Until that time, other game balls are configured not to enter. Therefore, for example, during one opening of the blade members 102a and 102b, a plurality of game balls enter the center accessory 100, and two of the plurality of game balls enter the fixed entrance VH. In addition, when the two game balls enter the privilege promotion entrance UH of the first privilege distribution mechanism 140 and reach the second privilege distribution mechanism 160, both of the two game balls are It is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation where the player enters the ball at the 2 privilege entrance VH2. As a result, when two game balls reach the second privilege distribution mechanism 160, it is almost determined that at least one game ball enters the third privilege entrance VH3. When a game ball enters the privilege promotion entrance UH, a very high expectation can be given to the player.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when two game balls enter the confirmed entrance VH, it is almost determined that a transition to the special game state of the second special game state (7R) or more is made, and three or more game balls are entered. When the game ball enters, it is almost determined that the game state will shift to the third special game state (16R). Therefore, it is possible to appropriately improve the player's expectation that a plurality of game balls enter the fixed entrance VH.

  In the present embodiment, after the game ball enters the defined entrance VH and the award of the privilege is determined, the type of the award to be granted is determined according to the type of the entrance into which the game ball enters. Determined step by step. Therefore, a game in which the type of privilege is determined in stages can be provided to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the configuration of the delay mechanism. FIG. 7A is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the configuration of the first delay mechanism D1. The first delay mechanism D1 includes a cylindrical member 171 having a cylindrical shape, and a driving unit 172 that rotates the cylindrical member 171. Inside the cylindrical member 171, there is provided a magnetic member 173 for attracting a game ball to the cylindrical member 171. In this embodiment, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned on, the cylindrical member 171 starts rotating at a rotation speed of one rotation in 25 seconds.

  The game ball that has reached the cylindrical member 171 is attracted to the cylindrical member 171 by the magnetic member 173 inside the cylindrical member 171, and moves with the rotation of the cylindrical member 171, and then proceeds to the next path. In the present embodiment, it takes about 20 seconds after the game ball reaches the cylindrical member 171 of the first delay mechanism D1 to proceed to the next route.

  FIG. 7B is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the configuration of the second delay mechanism D2. The second delay mechanism D2 is configured as a long meandering path. In the present embodiment, it takes about 10 seconds for the game ball to arrive at the second delay mechanism D2, finish passing through the meandering path, and proceed to the next path.

  In the present embodiment, the average time that the game balls stay in the first privilege distribution mechanism 140 and the second privilege distribution mechanism 160 is about 5 seconds, respectively. Therefore, according to the delay mechanisms D1 and D2 configured as described above, the first detection time T1 is about 25 seconds, the second detection time T2 is about 20 seconds, and the third detection time T3 is about 10 seconds. > T2> T3.

  Although an example of the configuration of the delay mechanism has been described with reference to FIG. 7, the configuration of the delay mechanism is not limited thereto as long as the configuration delays the game ball from reaching the position detected by the detection sensor. Instead, another configuration may be used.

  Next, an example of specific control executed in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment will be described. First, the processing executed in main controller 60 will be described, and then the processing executed in audio light emission controller 80 will be described.

  The MPU 62 of the main control device 60 executes a timer interrupt process and a normal process. The MPU 62 executes an NMI interrupt process started by input of a power failure signal in addition to the timer interrupt process and the normal process, but the description of these processes will be omitted.

<Timer interrupt processing>
FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process executed in MPU 62 of main controller 60. As described above, the timer interrupt process is started periodically (in the present embodiment, at a period of 2 msec) by the MPU 62 of the main control device 60.

  In step S101, reading processing of various detection sensors is executed. Specifically, the state of the various detection sensors 67a to 67g, 104a, 104b, 107, 108, S1 to S3 connected to the main controller 60 is read, and the state of the sensor is determined to detect the detection information of the game ball. (Winning information). After that, it advances to step S102.

  In step S102, a winning process for the starting port associated with a ball (winning) in the first starting port 33 and the second starting port 34 is executed. Specifically, when it is detected that a game ball has entered the first starting port 33, a process for opening the blade members 102a and 102b once is executed. In addition, when it is detected that a game ball has entered the second starting port 34, a process for opening the blade members 102a and 102b twice is executed. After performing Step S102, the process proceeds to Step S103.

  In step S103, a first detection process is performed. The first detection process is a process based on detection information of the incoming ball detection sensors 104a and 104b and the passage detection sensor 107. Details of the first detection process will be described later. After performing Step S103, the process proceeds to Step S104.

  In step S104, a second detection process is performed. The second detection process is a process based on the detection information of the V detection sensor 108 and the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3. Details of the second detection processing will be described later. After executing step S104, the process proceeds to step S105.

  In step S105, a down-counting process of various timer counters is performed. Specifically, 1 is subtracted from the values of the various timer counters, and the updated values of the various timer counters are stored in the corresponding buffer areas of the RAM 64. After performing Step S105, the process proceeds to Step S106.

  In step S106, an incoming / outgoing ball number monitoring process is executed. Specifically, the number of game balls that have entered the inside of the center accessory 100 and the number of game balls that have exited from the inside of the center accessory 100 are counted, and the difference between these numbers is an abnormal value (for example, (10 pieces), there is a possibility that the game ball is clogged in any part inside the center role item 100 or there is a possibility that the player has been tampered with. Execute. After executing step S106, the timer interrupt process ends.

<First detection process>
Next, the first detection processing will be described. The first detection process is executed by the MPU 62 of the main control device 60 as a subroutine of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 8: S103).

  FIG. 9 is a flowchart illustrating the first detection process. Hereinafter, the processing of each step executed in the first detection processing will be described.

  In step S201, it is determined whether or not there is detection information from the ball detection sensor 104a. When it is determined that there is detection information of the incoming ball detection sensor 104a (S201: YES), the process proceeds to step S202, and the detection A flag of the RAM 64 is turned on. The detection A flag is a flag that turns ON when a game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104a. After executing step S202, the process proceeds to step S203.

  In step S203, 250 is set to the timer counter Ta of the RAM 64. The timer counter Ta is a counter for measuring the elapsed time from the detection of a game ball by the ball detection sensor 104a, and is down-counted in the down-counting process of the various timers in step S105 described above. In the present embodiment, since the above-described timer interrupt processing is started every 2 msec, “250” means “0.5 seconds”. After executing step S203, the process proceeds to step S204.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in step S201 that there is no detection information of the ball detection sensor 104a (S201: NO), the process proceeds to step S204 without executing steps S202 and S203.

  In step S204, it is determined whether or not the timer counter Ta is 0. If it is determined that the timer counter Ta is 0 (S204: YES), the process proceeds to step S205, and the detection A flag is turned off. After executing step S205, the process proceeds to step S206. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S204 that the timer counter Ta is not 0 (S204: NO), the process proceeds to step S206 without executing step S205. That is, in the present embodiment, the detection A flag is a flag that is turned on when a game ball is detected by the incoming ball detection sensor 104a, and is turned off when 0.5 seconds elapse from the detection.

  In step S206, it is determined whether or not there is detection information from the ball detection sensor 104b. If it is determined that there is detection information of the ball detection sensor 104b (S206: YES), the process proceeds to step S207, and the detection B flag of the RAM 64 is turned on. The detection B flag is a flag that is turned on when a game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b. After executing step S207, the process proceeds to step S208.

  In step S208, 250 is set in the timer counter Tb of the RAM 64. The timer counter Tb is a counter for measuring the elapsed time from the detection of a game ball by the ball detection sensor 104b, and is counted down in the down-counting processing of the various timers in step S105 (FIG. 8) described above. You. In the present embodiment, since the above-described timer interrupt processing is started every 2 msec, “250” means “0.5 seconds”. After executing step S208, the process proceeds to step S209.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S206 that there is no detection information of the ball detection sensor 104b (S206: NO), the process proceeds to step S209 without executing steps S207 and S208.

  In step S209, it is determined whether or not the timer counter Tb is 0. When it is determined that the timer counter Tb is 0 (S209: YES), the process proceeds to step S210, and the detection B flag is turned off. After executing step S210, the process proceeds to step S211. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S209 that the timer counter Tb is not 0 (S209: NO), the process proceeds to step S211 without executing step S210. That is, in the present embodiment, the detection B flag is a flag that turns on when a game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b, and turns off after 0.5 seconds elapse from the detection.

  In step S211, it is determined whether the detection A flag is ON and the detection B flag is ON. When it is determined that the detection A flag is ON and the detection B flag is ON (S211: YES), the process proceeds to step S212, and the condition satisfaction flag of the RAM 64 is turned ON. That is, the condition satisfaction flag is set when the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b within 0.5 seconds after the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104a, or the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b. Is a flag that is turned ON when a game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104a within 0.5 seconds after the is detected. After executing step S212, the process proceeds to step S213.

  In step S213, 1250 is set to the timer counter Tx of the RAM 64. The timer counter Tx is a counter for measuring an elapsed time from when the condition satisfaction flag is turned ON, and is down-counted in the down-counting processing of the various timers in step S105 (FIG. 8) described above. In the present embodiment, since the above-described timer interrupt processing is started every 2 msec, “1250” means “2.5 seconds”. After executing step S213, the process proceeds to step S214.

  In step S214, a condition satisfaction command is set. The condition satisfaction command is that the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b within 0.5 seconds after the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104a, or the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b. A command including information for causing the sound emission control device 80, which is the sub-side control device, to recognize that a game ball has been detected by the ball detection sensor 104a within 0.5 seconds after the command has been issued. The command is output to the sound emission control device 80 by the command output process (FIG. 11: step S402). After executing step S214, the process proceeds to step S215.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S211 that at least one of the detection A flag and the detection B flag is OFF (S211: NO), the process proceeds to step S215 without executing steps S212 to S214.

  In step S215, it is determined whether the timer counter Tx is 0. If it is determined that the timer counter Tx is 0 (S215: YES), the process proceeds to step S216, and the condition satisfaction flag is turned off. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S217. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S215 that the timer counter Tx is not 0 (S215: NO), the process proceeds to step S217 without executing step S216.

  In step S217, it is determined whether there is detection information of the passage detection sensor 107. If it is determined that there is detection information from the passage detection sensor 107 (S217: YES), the process proceeds to step S218, and it is determined whether the condition satisfaction flag is ON. When it is determined that the condition satisfaction flag is ON (S218: YES), the process proceeds to step S219.

  In step S219, a passage detection command is set. The passage detection command is a command including information for causing the sound emission control device 80, which is the sub-side control device, to recognize that a game ball has been detected by the passage detection sensor 107 while the condition satisfaction flag is ON. Yes, it is transmitted to the sound emission control device 80 by a command output process (FIG. 11: step S402) of a normal process described later. After executing step S219, the first detection process ends.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S218 that the condition satisfaction flag is not ON (S218: NO), the process proceeds to step S220.

  In step S220, a first abnormality detection command is set. The first abnormality detection command is a command including information for causing the audio light emission control device 80, which is the sub-side control device, to recognize that an abnormality may have occurred. FIG. 11: Step S402) is transmitted to the sound emission control device 80. After executing step S220, the first detection process ends. The reason for setting the first abnormality detection command is that, as described above, a game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107 during a period when the condition satisfaction flag is not ON, that is, the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104a. When a game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107 even though a time interval between the detected timing and the timing at which the game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b is not less than 0.5 seconds, This is because there is a possibility that an abnormality has occurred.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S217 that there is no detection information of the passage detection sensor 107 (S217: NO), the first detection process ends without executing steps S218 to S220.

<Second detection process>
Next, the second detection processing will be described. The second detection process is executed by the MPU 62 of the main control device 60 as a subroutine of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 8: S104).

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating the second detection process. Hereinafter, the processing of each step executed in the second detection processing will be described.

  In step S301, it is determined whether or not there is detection information of the V detection sensor 108. If it is determined that there is detection information of the V detection sensor 108 (S301: YES), the process proceeds to step S302, and the V detection flag of the RAM 64 is turned on. The V detection flag is a flag that is turned ON when a game ball is detected by the V detection sensor 108. After performing step S302, the process proceeds to step S303.

  In step S303, 15000 is set to the timer counter Tv. The timer counter Tv is a counter for measuring an elapsed time from when the V detection flag is turned ON, and is down-counted in the down-counting process of the various timers in step S105 (FIG. 8) described above. In the present embodiment, since the above-described timer interrupt processing is started every 2 msec, “15000” means “30.0 seconds”. After executing step S303, the process proceeds to step S304.

  In step S304, a V detection command is set. The V detection command is a command including information for causing the audio light emission control device 80, which is a sub-side control device, to recognize that a game ball has been detected by the V detection sensor 108. (FIG. 11: Step S402), the sound emission control device 80 is transmitted. After executing step S304, the process proceeds to step S305.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S301 that there is no detection information of the V detection sensor 108 (S301: NO), the process proceeds to step S305 without executing steps S302 to S304.

  In step S305, it is determined whether the V detection flag is ON. When it is determined that the V detection flag is ON (S305: YES), the process proceeds to step S306, and it is determined whether the timer counter Tv is 0. When it is determined that the timer counter Tv is 0 (S306: YES), the process proceeds to step S307.

  In step S307, a second abnormality detection command is set. The second abnormality detection command is a command including information for causing the audio light emission control device 80, which is the sub-side control device, to recognize that an abnormality may have occurred. FIG. 11: Step S402) is transmitted to the sound emission control device 80. After executing Step S307, the process proceeds to Step S308. The reason for setting the second abnormality detection command will be described later.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S305 that the V detection flag is not ON (S305: NO), and if it is determined in step S306 that the timer counter Tv is not 0 (S306: NO), step S307 is executed. Without going to step S308.

  In step S308, it is determined whether there is detection information of the first detection sensor S1. If it is determined that there is detection information of the first detection sensor S1 (S308: YES), the process proceeds to step S309, and it is determined whether any of the first to third detection flags is ON. If it is determined that all of the first to third detection flags are OFF (S309: NO), the process proceeds to step S310.

  In step S310, the first detection flag of the RAM 64 is turned ON. The first detection flag is a flag that is turned ON when a game ball is detected by the first detection sensor S1. After executing Step S310, the process proceeds to Step S311.

  In step S311, a first detection command is set. The first detection command is a command including information for causing the sound emission control device 80 as the sub-side control device to recognize that the game ball has been detected by the first detection sensor S1. It is transmitted to the sound emission control device 80 by the output process (FIG. 11: step S402). After executing step S311, the process proceeds to step S312.

  In step S312, the V detection flag is turned off. That is, the V detection flag is a flag that turns on when a game ball is detected by the V detection sensor 108 and turns off when a game ball is detected by the first detection sensor S1. As will be described later, the V detection flag is also turned off when a game ball is detected by the second detection sensor S2 and when a game ball is detected by the third detection sensor S3. After executing Step S312, the process proceeds to Step S313.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in step S308 that there is no detection information of the first detection sensor S1 (S308: NO), and when it is determined in step S309 that any of the first to third detection flags are ON (S309). : YES), the process proceeds to step S313 without executing step S312 from step S310.

  In step S313, it is determined whether there is detection information of the second detection sensor S2. If it is determined that there is detection information of the second detection sensor S2 (S313: YES), the process proceeds to step S314, and it is determined whether any of the first to third detection flags is ON. If it is determined that all of the first to third detection flags are OFF (S314: NO), the process proceeds to step S315.

  In step S315, the second detection flag of the RAM 64 is turned on. The second detection flag is a flag that is turned ON when a game ball is detected by the second detection sensor S2. After executing step S315, the process proceeds to step S316.

  In step S316, a second detection command is set. The second detection command is a command including information for causing the sound emission control device 80, which is the sub-side control device, to recognize that the game ball has been detected by the second detection sensor S2. It is transmitted to the sound emission control device 80 by the output process (FIG. 11: step S402). After executing Step S316, the process proceeds to Step S317.

  In step S317, the V detection flag is turned off. As described above, the V detection flag is turned on when a game ball is detected by the V detection sensor 108, and is turned off when a game ball is detected by any of the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3. Is a flag. After executing Step S317, the process proceeds to Step S318.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in step S313 that there is no detection information of the second detection sensor S2 (S313: NO), and when it is determined in step S314 that any of the first to third detection flags is ON (S314). : YES), the process proceeds to step S318 without executing steps S315 to S317.

  In step S318, it is determined whether or not there is detection information of the third detection sensor S3. When it is determined that there is detection information of the third detection sensor S3 (S318: YES), the process proceeds to step S319, and it is determined whether any of the first to third detection flags is ON. If it is determined that all of the first to third detection flags are OFF (S319: NO), the process proceeds to step S320.

  In step S320, the third detection flag of the RAM 64 is turned on. The third detection flag is a flag that is turned ON when a game ball is detected by the third detection sensor S3. After executing step S320, the process proceeds to step S321.

  In step S321, a third detection command is set. The third detection command is a command including information for causing the sound emission control device 80 as the sub-side control device to recognize that the game ball has been detected by the third detection sensor S3. It is transmitted to the sound emission control device 80 by the output process (FIG. 11: step S402). After executing Step S321, the process proceeds to Step S322.

  In step S322, the V detection flag is turned off. As described above, the V detection flag is turned on when a game ball is detected by the V detection sensor 108, and is turned off when a game ball is detected by any of the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3. Is a flag. After executing step S322, the second detection process ends.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in step S318 that there is no detection information of the third detection sensor S3 (S318: NO), and when it is determined in step S319 that any one of the first to third detection flags is ON (S319). : YES), the second detection process ends without executing the steps S320 to S322.

  Here, the reason for setting the second abnormality detection command in step S307 of the second detection processing will be described. Even if 30 seconds elapse after a game ball is detected by the V detection sensor 108 and the V detection flag is turned ON, no V is detected by any of the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3. If the flag has not been turned off, there is a possibility that an abnormality has occurred in which the game ball is clogged at any point on the path from the V detection sensor 108 to the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3. It is.

<Normal processing>
Next, the normal processing will be described. The normal process is a process started by the MPU 62 of the main control device 60 when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned on.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing a normal process executed in the MPU 62 of the main control device 60. Hereinafter, the processing of each step executed in the normal processing will be described.

  In step S401, a startup process is performed. Specifically, initialization of each control device upon power-on, determination of validity of data stored and held in the RAM 64, initial operation processing of various devices inside the center accessory 100, and the like are executed. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S402.

  In step S402, output data such as a command set in the timer interrupt process or the normal process executed last time is transmitted to the sound emission control device 80, the payout control device 71, and the like on the sub side. Specifically, it determines the presence or absence of a prize ball command, and if the prize ball command is set, transmits it to the payout control device 71. In addition, when a command related to production such as a V detection command or an abnormality detection command is set, the command is transmitted to the sound emission control device 80. After executing step S402, the process proceeds to step S403.

  In step S403, a process of reading the winning ball counting signal and the abnormal payout signal received from the payout control device 71 is executed. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S404.

  In step S404, a process for opening and closing the blade members 102a and 102b is performed. Specifically, when the game ball is detected to enter the first starting port 33, a process for opening the blade members 102a, 102b once is executed, and the game ball is input to the second starting port 34. When the ball is detected, a process for opening the blade members 102a and 102b twice is performed, and a display control of the display unit 45 is performed. After executing step S404, the process proceeds to step S405.

  In step S405, a game state shift process for shifting the game state is executed. Specifically, when the first detection flag is ON, a process for shifting to the first special game state (3R) is executed, and the first detection flag is turned OFF. When the second detection flag is ON, a process for shifting to the second special game state (7R) is executed, and the second detection flag is turned OFF. When the third detection flag is ON, a process for shifting to the third special game state (16R) is executed, and the third detection flag is turned OFF. After executing Step S405, the process returns to Step S402, and the processes from Step S402 to Step S405 are repeatedly executed.

<Various processes executed in the sound emission control device>
<Timer interrupt processing>
Next, a timer interrupt process executed by the MPU of the sound emission control device 80 will be described. The timer interrupt processing is repeatedly executed at a relatively short cycle (for example, 4 msec).

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process executed in the MPU 82 of the sound emission control device 80. Hereinafter, processing of each step executed in the timer interrupt processing will be described.

  In step S501, a command storing process is executed. The command storing process is a process for storing the received command in the RAM 84 of the sound emission control device 80 when a command is received from the MPU 62 of the main control device 60. The RAM 84 of the audio light emission control device 80 is provided with a ring buffer for enabling storage and reading of the command received from the MPU 62 of the main control device 60. The command received from the MPU 62 of the main control device 60 The data is sequentially stored in the ring buffer and sequentially read out according to the stored order. After executing step S501, the process proceeds to step S502.

  In step S502, a command corresponding process for performing a process corresponding to the received command is executed. The details of the command handling process will be described later. After executing step S502, the process proceeds to step S503.

  In step S503, a light emission control process for performing light emission control of various lamps 47 is executed. In the light emission control processing, the light emission of the various lamps 47 is controlled based on the light emission data read in the command corresponding processing in step S502. After executing step S503, the process proceeds to step S504.

  In step S504, an audio output control process for controlling the audio output of the speaker 46 is executed. In the audio output control process, the audio output of the speaker 46 is controlled based on the audio output data read in the command corresponding process in step S502. After executing step S504, the timer interrupt process ends.

<Command processing>
Next, a command corresponding process will be described. The command corresponding process is executed by the MPU 82 of the audio light emission control device 80 as a subroutine of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 12: S502).

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the command handling process. As described above, in the command corresponding process, a process corresponding to the command received from the MPU 62 of the main control device 60 is executed. Hereinafter, processing of each step executed in the command corresponding processing will be described.

  In step S601, it is determined whether a condition satisfaction command has been received. If it is determined that the condition satisfaction command has been received (S601: YES), the process proceeds to step S602, and a condition satisfaction command corresponding process is executed.

  In the condition satisfaction command corresponding process, a process for causing the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, and the display device 91 to execute an effect indicating that there is a possibility that a situation that is advantageous for the player may be performed is executed. In the present embodiment, a command for displaying a character such as “attention !!” on the display device 91 is transmitted to the display control device 90, and various lamps 47 are blinked, and a voice corresponding to the character such as “attention !!” Is performed to cause the speaker 46 to output. After executing step S602, the process proceeds to step S603. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S601 that the condition satisfaction command has not been received (S601: NO), the process proceeds to step S603 without executing step S602.

  In step S603, it is determined whether a passage detection command has been received. If it is determined that the passage detection command has been received (S603: YES), the process proceeds to step S604, and the passage detection command corresponding process is executed.

  In the passage detection command corresponding process, a process for causing the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, and the display device 91 to execute an effect indicating that the situation is advantageous to the player is executed. In the present embodiment, a command for causing the display device 91 to display a character such as “Large expected!” Is transmitted to the display control device 90, and various lamps 47 are blinked to correspond to the character “Large expected!” A process for outputting the output sound to the speaker 46 is executed. After executing Step S604, the process proceeds to Step S605. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S603 that the passage detection command has not been received (S603: NO), the process proceeds to step S605 without executing step S604.

  In step S605, it is determined whether a first abnormality detection command has been received. If it is determined that the first abnormality detection command has been received (S605: YES), the process proceeds to step S606, and the first abnormality detection command corresponding processing is executed.

  In the first abnormality detection command handling process, there is a possibility that a failure has occurred in the route distribution mechanism 110 in the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, and the display device 91, and an illegal operation by the player has been performed. A process for informing that there is a possibility is executed. In the present embodiment, a command for displaying characters such as “abnormality detection” on the display device 91 is transmitted to the display control device 90, various lamps 47 are blinked, and a sound corresponding to the characters such as “abnormality detection” is output from the speaker. Then, a process for outputting the data to 46 is executed. When the pachinko machine 10 is connected to a hall computer, it outputs a signal indicating that an abnormality has occurred to the hall computer. After executing Step S606, the process proceeds to Step S607. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S605 that the first abnormality detection command has not been received (S605: NO), the process proceeds to step S607 without executing step S606.

  In step S607, it is determined whether a V detection command has been received. If it is determined that the V detection command has been received (S607: YES), the process proceeds to step S608, and a V detection command corresponding process is executed.

  In the V detection command corresponding process, a process for causing the various lamps 47, the speaker 46, and the display device 91 to execute an effect indicating that the transition to the special game state has been determined is executed. In the present embodiment, a command for displaying characters and images such as “V prize!” On the display device 91 is transmitted to the display control device 90, and various lamps 47 are blinked to display characters such as “V prize!”. And a process for causing the speaker 46 to output sound corresponding to the video. After executing step S608, the process proceeds to step S609. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S607 that the V detection command has not been received (S607: NO), the process proceeds to step S609 without executing step S608.

  In step S609, it is determined whether any of the first to third detection commands has been received. If it is determined that any one of the first to third detection commands has been received (S609: YES), the process proceeds to step S610, and the processing corresponding to the first to third detection commands is executed.

  In the first to third detection command processing, processing corresponding to the received detection command is executed. For example, when the first detection command is received, a process for causing the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, and the display device 91 to execute an effect indicating that the transition to the special game state of three rounds has been determined is performed. Execute. In the present embodiment, a command for causing the display device 91 to display characters and images such as “3 rounds jackpots!” On the display device 91 is transmitted to the display control device 90, and the various lamps 47 are turned on and off. For outputting the sound corresponding to the character or the video to the speaker 46. Similarly, when the second detection command is received, a process for executing an effect suggesting that the transition to the special game state for seven rounds has been determined is executed, and when the third detection command is received, Executes a process for executing an effect indicating that the transition to the 16-round special game state has been determined. After executing Step S610, the process proceeds to Step S611. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S609 that none of the first to third detection commands has been received (S609: NO), the process proceeds to step S611 without executing step S610.

  In step S611, it is determined whether a second abnormality detection command has been received. When it is determined that the second abnormality detection command has been received (S611: YES), the process proceeds to step S612, and the second abnormality detection command corresponding processing is executed.

  In the processing corresponding to the second abnormality detection command, the game balls are clogged in the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, and the display device 91 at any part of the path from the V detection sensor 108 to the first to third detection sensors S1 to S3. A process for notifying that an abnormality may have occurred is executed. In the present embodiment, a command for causing the display device 91 to display characters such as “abnormality detection, possibility of ball clogging” is transmitted to the display control device 90, and various lamps 47 are blinked. A process for causing the speaker 46 to output a sound corresponding to characters such as “possibility” is performed. When the pachinko machine 10 is connected to a hall computer, it outputs a signal indicating that an abnormality has occurred to the hall computer. After executing Step S612, the process proceeds to Step S613. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S611 that the second abnormality detection command has not been received (S611: NO), the process proceeds to step S613 without executing step S612.

  In step S613, other processing is performed. In other processes, for example, when the effect operation button 24 is pressed, an effect operation command for recognizing that the effect operation button 24 is pressed is transmitted to the display control device 90. After executing step S613, the command corresponding process ends.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, at the same time that one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110, or 0.5 seconds after one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110, If another game ball arrives at the route distribution mechanism 110 within seconds, not only the one game ball but also another game ball is distributed to the special route SR. In addition to the expectation of the game ball, the expectation of other game balls can be provided. Therefore, at the same time that one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110, or within 0.5 seconds after the one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110, another game ball is displaced. A strong sense of expectation that the player wants to reach the minute mechanism 110 can be given to the player.

  Further, according to the route distribution mechanism 110 of the present embodiment (FIG. 5), when a plurality of game balls reach the route distribution mechanism 110 simultaneously or within 0.5 seconds, the plurality of game balls are specially assigned. The function of distributing to the route SR can be realized by a simple configuration as compared with a configuration (seventh embodiment) realized by using a weight sensor or an actuator described later.

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, since the special route SR, the normal route NR, and the route distribution mechanism 110 are provided inside the center accessory 100, a game ball enters the center accessory 100. Interestingness in the case can be improved.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the center accessory 100 includes a plurality of openings 101a and 101b, and includes a plurality of blade members 102a and 102b that respectively open and close the plurality of openings 101a and 101b. Can easily be continuously entered into the center role item 100. Therefore, the possibility that many game balls will be distributed to the special route SR increases, so that a higher sense of expectation can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the openings 101a and 101b are provided at symmetric positions of the center accessory 100, respectively, and the route distribution mechanism 110 is provided at a substantially central position on the left and right of the center accessory 100. ing. Therefore, when game balls enter the respective opening portions 101a and 101b on the left and right sides of the center role item 100, one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110 or the route distribution mechanism 110 Within one half second from the arrival of one game ball, there is a high possibility that another game ball will reach the route distribution mechanism 110. Therefore, a higher sense of expectation can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the special route SR is a route that is more advantageous to the player than the normal route NR, so that one game ball arrives at the route distribution mechanism 110 or at the same time as the route distribution mechanism. Within 0.5 seconds after one game ball reaches 110, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that another game ball wants to reach the route distribution mechanism 110.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, when the time interval between the timing at which a game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104a and the timing at which a game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b is 0.5 second or less. Causes the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, and the display device 91 to execute an effect indicating that there is a possibility that the situation may be advantageous to the player, and thus the game ball may be distributed to the special route SR. Can be suggested to the player, and the player's attention to the game can be improved.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the time interval between the timing at which a game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104a and the timing at which a game ball is detected by the ball detection sensor 104b is not less than 0.5 seconds. Regardless, when a game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107, there is a possibility that a failure has occurred in the route distribution mechanism 110, or that there is a possibility that a player has been tampered with. Is notified by the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, the display device 91, and the like, so that a healthy game can be secured.

  Further, in the present embodiment, since the first detection time T1 is configured to be longer than the second detection time T2, even if there is a game ball that has entered the second privilege entrance VH2, A situation in which a game ball that has entered the first privilege entrance VH1 is first detected by the first detection sensor S1 and the pachinko machine 10 shifts to the first special game state (3R). Can be suppressed. Further, in the present embodiment, since the second detection time T2 is configured to be longer than the third detection time T3, despite the existence of a game ball that has entered the third privilege entrance VH3. A situation in which a game ball that has entered the second privilege entrance VH2 is detected by the second detection sensor S2 first, and the pachinko machine 10 shifts to the second special game state (7R). Can be suppressed. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest of the game when a plurality of game balls enter the fixed entrance VH.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the first privilege entrance port VH1 of the first privilege distribution mechanism 140 is configured such that after one game ball enters, another game ball does not enter for a predetermined period. For example, when two game balls enter the defined entrance VH and reach the first privilege distribution mechanism 140, for example, both of the two game balls enter the first privilege entrance VH1. It is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation such as entering a ball. As a result, when the two game balls reach the first privilege distribution mechanism 140, the player has a feeling of expectation that both of the two game balls enter the privilege promotion entrance port UH having a high advantage. Even if one game ball enters the first privilege entrance VH1 while being granted, the other game ball almost certainly enters the privilege promotion entrance UH having a high degree of advantage. Such an expectation can be given to the player.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the second privilege entrance VH2 of the second privilege distribution mechanism 160 is configured such that after one game ball enters, another game ball does not enter for a predetermined period. For example, when two game balls enter the privilege promotion entrance port UH and reach the second privilege distribution mechanism 160, both of the two game balls enter the second privilege entrance port. It is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation such as entering the VH2. As a result, when two game balls reach the second privilege distribution mechanism 160, it is almost determined that at least one game ball enters the third privilege entrance VH3. When a game ball enters the privilege promotion entrance UH, a very high expectation can be given to the player.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when two game balls enter the confirmed entrance VH, it is almost determined that the game state will be shifted to the special game state of the second special game state (7R) or more, and three or more game states will be performed. When the ball enters, it is almost determined that the state will be shifted to the third special game state (16R). Therefore, it is possible to appropriately improve the player's expectation that a plurality of game balls enter the fixed entrance VH.

B. Second embodiment:
FIG. 14 is an explanatory diagram illustrating the configuration and behavior of the path distribution mechanism 110b included in the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment. The difference from the route distribution mechanism 110 shown in FIG. 5 is that the main body shape of the route distribution mechanism 110b is semicircular, and the regulating member that regulates the rotation range of the route distribution mechanism 110b is omitted. It is. As shown in FIG. 14A, the path distribution mechanism 110b includes a first distribution unit 111b, a second distribution unit 112b, and the path distribution mechanism, similarly to the path distribution mechanism 110 of the first embodiment. A rotation shaft 113b that supports the minute mechanism 110b in a rotatable state. In the present embodiment, the first distribution unit 111b and the second distribution unit 112b are configured as a part of a continuous arc.

  As shown in FIGS. 14 (b) and 14 (c), the behavior when the game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110b depends on the route distribution mechanism shown in FIGS. 5 (b) and 5 (c). Similar to the behavior of 110.

  As described above, according to the route distribution mechanism 110b of the present embodiment, the function of distributing the game balls to the special route SR or the normal route NR is realized by using a weight sensor or an actuator described later (the seventh embodiment). ) Can be realized by a simpler configuration.

  Note that the main body shape of the path distribution mechanism may be another line-symmetric shape other than an isosceles triangle or a semicircle. For example, the shape of the main body of the path distribution mechanism may be an equilateral triangle, a rhombus, a circle, or the like.

  Further, the main body shape of the path distribution mechanism may be a shape that is not line-symmetric. In this case, when the game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism via the left guideway 106a, and when the game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism via the right guideway 106b, the route is distributed. Since the rotation behavior of the mechanism is different, a strategy can be given to the game.

C. Third embodiment:
FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram illustrating the configuration and behavior of the path distribution mechanism 110c included in the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 15, the special route SR is provided on the right side of the route distribution mechanism 110b, and the normal route NR is provided on the left side of the route distribution mechanism 110b.

  As shown in FIG. 15 (a), the route distribution mechanism 110c of the present embodiment is a rod-shaped member having one end fixed, being bent by the weight or impact of the game ball, and being displaced downward by the other end. Is constituted by a flexible member which can be used. In the present embodiment, the path distribution mechanism 110c is configured by a rod-shaped rubber member having flexibility.

  As shown in FIG. 15 (b), when one game ball PB1 arrives at the route distribution mechanism 110c and at the same time another game ball PB2 arrives at the route distribution mechanism 110c, the route distribution mechanism is set. 110c is bent by the weight or impact of the one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2, and the other end is displaced downward, so that the one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 are shifted to the right special route SR. Distribute to. After the one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 are distributed to the special route SR, the route distribution mechanism 110c returns to the original shape by the elastic force.

  Note that even if the timing at which one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 arrive is not the same, one game ball PB1 reaches the route distribution mechanism 110c, and the one game ball is reached by the path distribution mechanism 110c. If another game ball PB2 reaches the route distribution mechanism 110c before the PB1 is distributed to the normal path NR, the path distribution mechanism 110c causes the one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2. The other game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 are distributed to the special route SR on the right side by bending due to the weight or impact of the game ball and displacing the other end downward. In the present embodiment, the time required for one game ball PB1 to reach the route distribution mechanism 110c and for the one game ball PB1 to be distributed to the normal route NR is 0.5 seconds. The time of 0.5 seconds can be appropriately changed by changing the elastic force, the shape, and the like of the path distribution mechanism 110c.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 15 (c), within one half second from the arrival of one game ball PB1 at the route distribution mechanism 110c, the other game ball did not reach the route distribution mechanism 110c. In this case, the other end of the route distribution mechanism 110c is displaced downward by a smaller amount than the displacement in the case shown in FIG. 15B, and distributes the one game ball PB1 to the normal route NR on the left side. . After the one game ball PB1 is distributed to the normal route NR, the route distribution mechanism 110c returns to the original shape by the elastic force. The same applies when one game ball PB1 reaches the route distribution mechanism 110c after passing through the right entry detection sensor 104b. The route distribution mechanism 110c may be configured by a member whose other end is not displaced downward only when one game ball PB1 arrives.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110c, or within 0.5 second after one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110c. In the case where another game ball arrives at the route distribution mechanism 110c, not only the one game ball but also another game ball is distributed to the special route SR. It is possible to provide not only a feeling of expectation for a ball but also a feeling of expectation for another game ball. Therefore, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110c, or within 0.5 second after one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110c, the other game balls are displaced. A strong expectation that the player wants to reach the minute mechanism 110c can be given to the player.

  Furthermore, according to the present embodiment, a function of distributing a plurality of game balls to the special route SR when a plurality of game balls arrive at the route distribution mechanism 110c simultaneously or within 0.5 seconds will be described later. It can be realized with a simple configuration as compared with a configuration realized using a weight sensor or an actuator (seventh embodiment).

D. Fourth embodiment:
FIG. 16 is an explanatory diagram illustrating the configuration and behavior of the path distribution mechanism 110d included in the pachinko machine according to the fourth embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 16, the special route SR is provided on the right side of the route distribution mechanism 110b, and the normal route NR is provided on the left side of the route distribution mechanism 110b.

  As shown in FIG. 16A, the path distribution mechanism 110d of the present embodiment includes a rod-shaped member 111d, a rotating shaft 113d that rotatably supports the rod-shaped member 111d, and a lower surface of the rod-shaped member 111d. A weight 115d provided and two regulating members 117d for regulating the rotation range of the rod-shaped member 111d are provided, and the end of the rod-shaped member 111d can be displaced by rotation about the rotation shaft 113d. A weight 115d is provided on a side of the rod-shaped member 111d opposite to the portion where the game ball reaches, with respect to the rotation shaft 113d. When one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110d, the weight 115d does not rotate the bar-shaped member 111d, and a plurality of game balls reach the route distribution mechanism 110d simultaneously or within 0.5 seconds. In this case, the weight is set such that the rod-shaped member 111d rotates.

  As shown in FIG. 16B, when one game ball PB1 reaches the route distribution mechanism 110d and another game ball PB2 reaches the route distribution mechanism 110d at the same time, the rod-shaped member 111d becomes The one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 are rotated by the weight or impact of the one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2, and the right end is displaced downward, so that the one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 are moved to the right special route SR. Separate. After the one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 are distributed to the special route SR, the bar-shaped member 111d rotates by the weight of the weight 115d and returns to the original position.

  Note that even if the timing at which one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 arrive is not the same, the other game ball PB1 is distributed to the normal route NR before the one game ball PB1 is distributed to the normal route NR by the route distribution mechanism 110d. When the game ball PB2 reaches the route distribution mechanism 110d, the rod-shaped member 111d is rotated by the weight or impact of the one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2, and the right end is displaced downward. The one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 are distributed to the right special route SR. In the present embodiment, the time required for one game ball PB1 to reach the route distribution mechanism 110d and for the one game ball PB1 to be distributed to the normal route NR is 0.5 seconds. The time of 0.5 seconds can be appropriately changed by changing the shape of the path distribution mechanism 110d, the weight of the weight 115d, and the like.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 16 (c), within one half second from the arrival of one game ball PB1 to the route distribution mechanism 110d, the other game ball did not reach the route distribution mechanism 110d. In this case, the path distribution mechanism 110d does not rotate with the weight or impact of only one game ball PB1, but distributes the one game ball PB1 to the normal path NR on the left side. The same applies to the case where one game ball PB1 reaches the route distribution mechanism 110d after passing through the right entry detection sensor 104b.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110d, or within 0.5 second after one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110d. In the case where another game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110d, not only the one game ball but also another game ball is distributed to the special route SR. It is possible to provide not only a feeling of expectation for a ball but also a feeling of expectation for another game ball. Therefore, at the same time that one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110d, or within 0.5 second after one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110d, the other game ball is displaced. A strong expectation that the player wants to reach the minute mechanism 110d can be given to the player.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, a function of distributing the plurality of game balls to the special route SR when a plurality of game balls arrive at the route distribution mechanism 110d simultaneously or within 0.5 seconds will be described later. It can be realized with a simple configuration as compared with a configuration realized using a weight sensor or an actuator (seventh embodiment).

  Further, according to the present embodiment, since the path distribution mechanism 110d can be displaced by rotation about the rotation axis 113d, the main body of the path distribution mechanism is deformed (bent) by flexibility. The durability can be improved as compared with the configuration in which the displacement occurs.

E. FIG. Fifth embodiment:
FIG. 17 is an explanatory diagram showing the configuration and behavior of the path distribution mechanism 110e provided in the pachinko machine of the fifth embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 17, the special route SR includes a first special route SR1 and a second special route SR2, as in the first embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 17A, the path distribution mechanism 110e of the present embodiment includes a first distribution member 111e and a second distribution member 112e. The first distribution member 111e is a rod-shaped member having a fixed left end, and is formed of a flexible member that is bent by the weight or impact of the game ball and can be displaced downward at the right end. The second distribution member 112e is a rod-shaped member having a fixed right end, and is formed of a flexible member that is bent by the weight or impact of the game ball and can be displaced downward at the left end. In the present embodiment, the first distribution member 111e and the second distribution member 112e are formed of flexible rod-shaped rubber members.

  In the present embodiment, an enlarging member 113e is provided at the right end of the first distribution member 111e, and an enlarging member 114e is provided at the left end of the second distribution member 112e. Note that the expanding member 113e may be configured as a part of the first distribution member 111e, or may be omitted. Similarly, the expansion member 114e may be configured as a part of the second distribution member 112e, or may be omitted.

  As shown in FIG. 17B, when one game ball PB1 arrives at the first distribution member 111e and another game ball PB2 arrives at the second distribution member 112e, the first ball is reached. The distribution member 111e bends due to the weight or impact of the one game ball PB1 and the right end is displaced downward, and the second distribution member 112e bends due to the weight or impact of the other game ball PB2 and the left end is downward. Is displaced.

  Then, the normal path NR is closed by the interference between the displaced enlarged member 113e on the right end of the first distribution member 111e and the displaced enlarged member 114e on the second distribution member 112e, and the one game is played. The distribution of the ball PB1 and the other game balls PB2 to the normal route NR is suppressed.

  Then, the first distribution member 111e distributes the one game ball PB1 to the first special route SR1, and the second distribution member 112e distributes the other game ball PB2 to the second special route SR2. After the one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 are distributed to the first special route SR1 and the second special route SR2, respectively, the first distribution member 111e and the second distribution member 112e are elastically moved. Return to the original shape.

  Even if the timing at which one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 arrive is not the same, the other game ball PB2 is secondly distributed after one game ball PB1 reaches the first distribution member 111e. When reaching the member 112e and the enlarged member 113e at the right end of the displaced first distribution member 111e interferes with the enlarged member 114e at the left end of the displaced second distribution member 112e, the normal path NR is closed. Then, the first distribution member 111e distributes the one game ball PB1 to the first special route SR1, and the second distribution member 112e distributes the other game ball PB2 to the second special route SR2. After one game ball PB1 arrives at the second distribution member 112e, another game ball PB2 arrives at the first distribution member 111e, and the enlarged member 113e at the right end of the displaced first distribution member 111e is displaced. The same applies to the case where the left distributing member 112e interferes with the enlarged member 114e at the left end.

  In this embodiment, if another game ball PB2 reaches the second distribution member 112e within 0.5 second after one game ball PB1 reaches the first distribution member 111e, the displaced second ball PB2 is displaced. The enlarged member 113e at the right end of the first distribution member 111e interferes with the enlarged member 114e at the left end of the displaced second distribution member 112e. The time of 0.5 seconds can be appropriately changed by changing the elastic force of the first distribution member 111e and the second distribution member 112e, the shape of the enlarged members 113e and 114e at the tip, and the like. For example, if the shapes of the enlarging members 113e and 114e are increased, the time can be set longer than the time of 0.5 seconds.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 17 (c), within 0.5 second after one game ball PB1 reaches the first distribution member 111e, another game ball reaches the second distribution member 112e. If not, the first distribution member 111e bends due to the weight or impact of the one game ball PB1, and the right end is displaced downward. However, since the second distribution member 112e is not bent, the enlarged member 113e at the right end of the first distribution member 111e does not interfere with the enlarged member 114e at the left end of the second distribution member 112e, and closes the normal path NR. do not do. As a result, the first distribution member 111e distributes the one game ball PB1 to the normal route NR. The same applies to a case where another game ball has not reached the first distribution member 111e within 0.5 seconds after one game ball PB1 has reached the second distribution member 112e.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110e, or within 0.5 seconds after one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110e. In the case where another game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110e, not only the one game ball but also another game ball is distributed to the special route SR. It is possible to provide not only a feeling of expectation for a ball but also a feeling of expectation for another game ball. Therefore, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110e, or within 0.5 second after the one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110e, the other game ball is routed. A strong expectation that the player wants to reach the minute mechanism 110e can be given to the player.

  Furthermore, according to the present embodiment, a function of distributing the plurality of game balls to the special route SR when a plurality of game balls arrive at the route distribution mechanism 110e simultaneously or within 0.5 seconds will be described later. It can be realized with a simple configuration as compared with a configuration realized using a weight sensor or an actuator (seventh embodiment).

F. Sixth embodiment:
FIG. 18 is an explanatory diagram illustrating the configuration and behavior of the path distribution mechanism 110f included in the pachinko machine according to the sixth embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 18, the special route SR is configured by a first special route SR1 and a second special route SR2, as in the first embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 18A, the path distribution mechanism 110f of the present embodiment includes a first distribution member 111f and a second distribution member 112f. The first distribution member 111f includes a first rotation shaft 113f that supports the first distribution member 111f in a rotatable state, and the right end can be displaced by rotation about the first rotation shaft 113f. A weight 115f for returning the first distribution member 111f to the original rotation position is provided on the left side of the first rotation shaft 113f of the first distribution member 111f. In the vicinity of the weight 115f, a regulating member 119f1 for regulating the rotation range of the first distribution member 111f is provided.

  The second distribution member 112f includes a second rotation shaft 114f that supports the second distribution member 112f in a rotatable state, and the left end can be displaced by rotation about the second rotation shaft 114f. A weight 116f for returning the second distribution member 112f to the original rotation position is provided on the right side of the second rotation shaft 114f of the second distribution member 112f. In the vicinity of the weight 116f, a regulating member 119f2 for regulating the rotation range of the second distribution member 112f is provided.

  In the present embodiment, an enlarging member 117f is provided at the right end of the first distribution member 111f, and an enlarging member 118f is provided at the left end of the second distribution member 112e. Note that the expanding member 117f may be configured as a member integrated with the first distribution member 111f, or may be omitted. Similarly, the expanding member 118f may be configured as a member integrated with the second sorting member 112f, or may be omitted.

  As shown in FIG. 18B, when one game ball PB1 reaches the first distribution member 111f and another game ball PB2 arrives at the second distribution member 112f, the first game ball PB2 reaches the first distribution member 111f. The distribution member 111f is rotated by the weight or impact of the one game ball PB1 and the right end is displaced downward, and the second distribution member 112f is rotated by the weight or impact of the other game ball PB2 and is shifted to the left end. Is displaced downward.

  Then, since the enlarged member 117f at the right end of the displaced first distribution member 111f and the enlarged member 118f at the left end of the displaced second distribution member 112f interfere with each other, the normal route NR is closed, and the one game is played. The distribution of the ball PB1 and the other game balls PB2 to the normal route NR is suppressed.

  Then, the first distribution member 111f distributes the one game ball PB1 to the first special route SR1, and the second distribution member 112f distributes the other game ball PB2 to the second special route SR2. After the one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 are distributed to the first special route SR1 and the second special route SR2, respectively, the first distribution member 111f and the second distribution member 112f become the weights 115f and The weight 116f returns to the original rotation position.

  Even if the timing at which one game ball PB1 and the other game ball PB2 arrive is not the same, another game ball PB2 is secondly distributed after one game ball PB1 reaches the first distribution member 111f. When reaching the member 112f and interfering with the displaced enlarged member 117f on the right end of the first distribution member 111f and the displaced enlarged member 118f on the left end of the displaced second distribution member 112f, the normal path NR is closed. Then, the first distribution member 111f distributes the one game ball PB1 to the first special route SR1, and the second distribution member 112f distributes the other game ball PB2 to the second special route SR2. After one game ball PB1 arrives at the second distribution member 112f, another game ball PB2 arrives at the first distribution member 111f, and the right enlarged member 117f of the displaced first distribution member 111f is displaced. The same applies to the case where the second distributing member 112f interferes with the enlarged member 118f on the left end.

  In the present embodiment, if another game ball PB2 reaches the second distribution member 112f within 0.5 seconds after one game ball PB1 reaches the first distribution member 111f, the displaced second ball PB1 is displaced. The enlarged member 117f at the right end of the first distribution member 111f interferes with the enlarged member 118f at the left end of the displaced second distribution member 112f. The time of 0.5 seconds corresponds to the shape of the first distribution member 111f and the second distribution member 112f, the rotational resistance of the first rotation shaft 113f and the second rotation shaft 114f, the weight of the weight 115f and the weight 116f, and the tip. The shape and the like of the enlarged members 117f and 118f can be changed as needed. For example, if the shapes of the enlarging members 113e and 114e are increased, the time can be set longer than the time of 0.5 seconds.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 18C, within 0.5 second after one game ball PB1 reaches the first distribution member 111f, another game ball reaches the second distribution member 112f. If not, the first distribution member 111f rotates due to the weight or impact of the one game ball PB1, and the right end is displaced downward. However, since the second distribution member 112f is not rotating, the right end enlarged member 117f of the first distribution member 111f does not interfere with the left end enlarged member 118f of the second distribution member 112f, and the normal path NR is not changed. Do not close. As a result, the first distribution member 111f distributes the one game ball PB1 to the normal route NR. The same applies to a case where another game ball has not reached the first distribution member 111f within 0.5 seconds after one game ball PB1 has reached the second distribution member 112f.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110f, or within 0.5 second after one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110f. In the case where another game ball arrives at the route distribution mechanism 110f, not only the one game ball but also another game ball is distributed to the special route SR. It is possible to provide not only a feeling of expectation for a ball but also a feeling of expectation for another game ball. Therefore, at the same time that one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110f, or within 0.5 second after one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110f, the other game ball is displaced. A strong expectation that the player wants to reach the minute mechanism 110f can be given to the player.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, a function of distributing the plurality of game balls to the special route SR when a plurality of game balls arrive at the route distribution mechanism 110f simultaneously or within 0.5 seconds will be described later. It can be realized with a simple configuration as compared with a configuration realized using a weight sensor or an actuator (seventh embodiment).

  Furthermore, according to the present embodiment, the first distribution member 111f and the second distribution member 112f can be displaced by rotation about the rotation shafts 113f and 114f, respectively, so that the distribution member itself is deformed. The durability can be improved as compared with a configuration in which the actuator is displaced (bent).

G. FIG. Seventh embodiment:
FIG. 19 is an explanatory diagram illustrating the configuration and behavior of the path distribution mechanism 110g included in the pachinko machine according to the seventh embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 19, the special route SR is provided on the right side of the route distribution mechanism 110g, and the normal route NR is provided on the left side of the route distribution mechanism 110g.

  The path distribution mechanism 110g of the present embodiment includes a storage unit 112g that temporarily stores the reached game balls, a weight sensor 114g that measures the weight of the game balls temporarily stored in the storage unit 112g, And an actuator 116g for tilting the portion 112g rightward or leftward. The MPU 62 of the main controller 60 controls the actuator 116g based on a signal from the weight sensor 114g.

  The MPU 62 determines whether the game ball PB1 arrives at the storage unit 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110g at the same time or when one game ball PB1 reaches the storage unit 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110g. Within seconds, it is determined whether another game ball PB2 has reached the storage section 112g of the path distribution mechanism 110 based on a signal from the weight sensor 114g.

  More specifically, the MPU 62 recognizes that one game ball PB1 has reached the storage section 112g based on a signal from the weight sensor 114g and activates a timer. Then, when the value of the weight acquired from the weight sensor 114g is equal to or more than a predetermined value after 0.5 seconds has elapsed, the MPU 62 determines that one game ball PB1 reaches the storage unit 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110g. At the same time, or within 0.5 seconds after one game ball PB1 reaches the storage unit 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110g, the other game ball PB2 reaches the storage unit 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110. judge. On the other hand, when the value of the weight acquired from the weight sensor 114g after the lapse of 0.5 seconds is less than the predetermined value, 0.5 seconds after one game ball PB1 reaches the storage unit 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110g. Within seconds, it is determined that another game ball has not reached the storage section 112g of the path distribution mechanism 110g. In the present embodiment, the predetermined value serving as the threshold is set to the weight of 1.5 game balls.

  As shown in FIG. 19 (b), one game ball PB1 arrives at the storage unit 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110g, or at the same time, or one game ball PB1 reaches the storage unit 112g of the path distribution mechanism 110g. If it is determined that another game ball PB2 has reached the storage unit 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110g within 0.5 seconds after the arrival, the MPU 62 drives the actuator 116g to move the storage unit 112g to the right. To distribute the one game ball PB1 and another game ball PB2 to the special route SR.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 19 (c), within one half second from the arrival of one game ball PB1 to the storage part 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110g, the other game ball is set to the path distribution mechanism 110g. If it is determined that the storage unit 112g has not been reached, the MPU 62 drives the actuator 116g to incline the storage unit 112g to the left, and distributes the one game ball PB1 to the normal route NR.

  According to this embodiment, at the same time that one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110g, or within 0.5 seconds after the one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110g, When the game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110g, not only the one game ball but also another game ball is distributed to the special route SR, so that the player has an expectation of one game ball. In addition, it is possible to provide a sense of expectation for other game balls. Therefore, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110g, or within 0.5 seconds after the one game ball reaches the route distributing mechanism 110g, the other game balls are displaced. A strong expectation that the player wants to reach the minute mechanism 110g can be given to the player.

  It should be noted that the MPU 62 determines whether the game ball PB1 reaches the storage unit 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110g at the same time as the arrival of one game ball PB1 at the storage unit 112g of the route distribution mechanism 110g, or 0. It is determined whether or not another game ball PB2 has reached the storage portion 112g of the path distribution mechanism 110 within 5 seconds by a signal from the incoming ball detection sensors 104a and 104b instead of a signal from the weight sensor 114g. The determination may be made based on this. In this case, the weight sensor 114g can be omitted.

H. Eighth embodiment:
FIG. 20 is a front view of a game board 30 provided in the pachinko machine 10 of the eighth embodiment. The difference from the first embodiment shown in FIG. 2 is that first game ball mechanisms 200 into which game balls can enter are provided at positions upstream of the two first starting ports 33, respectively.

  The first game ball mechanism 200 includes a ball entry unit 201 into which game balls can enter, and a ball entry unit 203 from which the entered game balls exit. In the present embodiment, the first gaming ball mechanism 200 is provided at a position where a gaming ball that has exited from the exiting portion 203 enters the first starting port 33. An adjustment mechanism 210 that adjusts the time interval between game balls that exit from the exit ball unit 203 is provided between the entrance ball unit 201 and the exit ball unit 203.

  Hereinafter, the configuration and behavior of the first game ball mechanism 200 provided on the upstream side of the first start port 33 on the left side will be described, and the first game ball mechanism provided on the upstream side of the first start port 33 on the right side. A description of the configuration and behavior of the first gaming ball mechanism 200 provided upstream of the first starting port 33 on the right side is omitted, except for the point that the left and right are reversed, The configuration and behavior of the first game ball mechanism 200 provided on the upstream side of the first starting port 33 are the same.

  FIG. 21 is an explanatory diagram showing the configuration of the first game ball mechanism 200. The adjusting mechanism 210 of the first game ball mechanism 200 includes a first guide path 211 which is a path for guiding the game ball that has entered the ball entry section 201 and a path for guiding the game ball which has entered the ball entry section 201. A certain second guide path 212, a distribution mechanism 214 for distributing a game ball having entered the ball entry section 201 to one of the first guide path 211 and the second guide path 212, and a downstream side from the distribution mechanism 214. , A path where the first guide path 211 and the second guide path 212 merge, and includes a merge guide path 216 that guides the game ball to the ball exit section 203.

  In the present embodiment, the path length of the second guide path 212 is longer than the path length of the first guide path 211. Further, in the present embodiment, the guide path from the entrance section 201 to the exit section 203 is transparent so that the behavior of the game ball inside the first game ball mechanism 200 can be visually recognized by a player. It is formed of resin.

  The distributing mechanism 214 includes a rotating member 214c in which the first piece 214a and the second piece 214b are formed in an L shape, a rotating shaft 214d that supports the rotating member 214c in a rotatable state, and a rotating member that rotates. And a spring mechanism (not shown) for returning the 214c to its original position.

  FIG. 22 is an explanatory diagram showing the behavior of a game ball that has entered the first game ball mechanism 200. As shown in FIG. 22 (a), when one game ball PB1 enters the ball entry section 201 and the one game ball PB1 reaches the distribution mechanism 214, the first piece 214a becomes the one game ball. Pushed downward by the PB1, the rotating member 214c rotates clockwise about 90 degrees about the rotating shaft 214d as shown in FIG. 22B. As a result, the one game ball PB1 is distributed to the first guide path 211. When the distribution mechanism 214 is rotated clockwise by about 90 degrees, the second piece 214b blocks the entrance to the first guide path 211.

  As shown in FIG. 22C, when the one game ball PB1 moves (falls) below the length of the first piece 214a, the rotating member 214c is turned around the rotating shaft 214d by the spring mechanism. Rotate clockwise to return to the original position. When another game ball reaches the distribution mechanism 214 after the rotating member 214c returns to the original position, the other game ball PB1 reaches the distribution mechanism 214 in the same manner as in the case where the above-mentioned one game ball PB1 reaches the distribution mechanism 214. Are distributed to the first guide path 211.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 22D, before the rotating member 214c returns to the original position, that is, while the second piece 214b blocks the entrance to the first guide path 211, When the game ball PB2 reaches the distribution mechanism 214, the other game ball PB2 is distributed to the second guide path 212 by the second piece 214b. After the other game ball PB2 is distributed to the second guide path 212, the rotating member 214c rotates counterclockwise around the rotating shaft 214d by the spring mechanism and returns to the original position.

  The distribution mechanism 214 of the present embodiment, having the above-described configuration, distributes one game ball that has reached the distribution mechanism 214 to the first guide path 211, and has the one game ball that has arrived. If another game ball reaches the distribution mechanism 214 within 0.5 seconds from the start, the other game ball is distributed to the second guide path 212. On the other hand, when another game ball reaches the distribution mechanism 214 after a lapse of 0.5 seconds from the arrival of one game ball, the other game ball is distributed to the first guide path 211. Become. The time of 0.5 seconds can be appropriately changed by changing the shape of the rotating member 214c and the elastic force of the spring of the spring mechanism.

  Here, in the present embodiment, as described above, the path length of the second guide path 212 is longer than the path length of the first guide path 211. Therefore, the average time Ta2 required for the other game ball to enter the ball entry portion 201 and to exit the ball exit portion 203 via the second guide path 212 is equal to the average time Ta2 of the one game ball. It is longer than the average time Ta1 required from entering the ball entry section 201 to exiting the ball from the exit section 203 via the first guide path 211.

  Therefore, in the present embodiment, when another game ball enters the ball entry section 201 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry section 201, the one game ball is entered. From the outgoing ball from the outgoing ball portion 203 of the one game ball, the time interval from the incoming ball into the incoming ball portion 201 to the incoming ball into the incoming ball portion 201 of the other game ball, It is adjusted so that the time interval from the launch of the other game ball to the launch from the launch section 203 is longer.

  On the other hand, when another game ball enters the ball entry unit 201 0.5 seconds after one game ball enters the ball entry unit 201, the adjustment by the adjustment mechanism 210 is performed. Absent. In other words, when another game ball enters the ball entry section 201 after 0.5 seconds elapses after one game ball enters the ball entry section 201, the exit of the one game ball is performed. The time interval from the outgoing ball from the unit 203 to the outgoing ball of the other game ball from the outgoing ball unit 203 is determined from the incoming ball of the one game ball to the incoming ball unit 201 to the other game ball. Is the same as the time interval until the ball enters the ball entry section 201.

  Here, as described above, the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 33 is set as a trigger for opening the wing members 102a, 102b of the center role item 100, and the entry of the game ball is suspended. An upper limit (four in this embodiment) is set for the number. Even if a game ball enters the first starting port 33 during the period in which the number of reserves reaches the upper limit of four, the entering ball becomes invalid. For this reason, when the number of reserved first starting ports 33 reaches the upper limit of four, the player may temporarily suspend the launch operation of the game ball until the reserved portion is exhausted. However, even if the firing operation of the game balls is interrupted after the number of reserves reaches the upper limit of four, some game balls are already fired on the game board 30 and the number of reserves reaches the upper limit of four. After the game, the game ball may enter the first starting port 33, giving the player a sense of loss.

  Therefore, in the present embodiment, the first game ball mechanism 200 is provided on the upstream side of the first starting port 33, and the game ball that has flown out of the ball-out section 203 of the first game ball mechanism 200 is the first ball. It is configured to enter the starting port 33. Hereinafter, the effect provided by providing the first game ball mechanism 200 will be described. Note that the player of the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment operates the operation handle 25 to fire the game ball so that the game ball enters the ball entry portion 201 of the first game ball mechanism 200.

  According to the present embodiment, when another game ball enters the ball entry unit 201 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry unit 201 of the first game ball mechanism 200, For example, this is the case where the one game ball that has been thrown from the throwing section 203 of the first game ball mechanism 200 enters the first starting port 33 and the number of game balls to be held reaches the upper limit of four. However, due to the first game ball mechanism 200, the time interval from when the one game ball is thrown out of the throwing portion 203 of the first game ball mechanism 200 to when the other game ball is thrown is large. Therefore, the holding is exhausted until the other game ball exits and enters the first starting port 33, and the entering of the other game ball into the first starting port 33 becomes effective. The likelihood increases.

  In other words, according to the present embodiment, one game ball that has been thrown from the throwing portion 203 of the first game ball mechanism 200 enters the first starting port 33 and the number of held balls reaches the upper limit. Also, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the entry of another game ball from the launch section 203 of the first game ball mechanism 200 into the first starting port 33 may be effective. , Can enhance the interest.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, since the guide path from the entrance section 201 to the exit section 203 is formed of a transparent resin, the behavior of the game ball inside the guide path can be visually recognized by the player. This can give the player an expectation of the behavior of the game ball.

  FIG. 23 is an explanatory diagram schematically illustrating a part of the center role item 100 included in the pachinko machine 10 according to the eighth embodiment. The difference from the first embodiment shown in FIG. 3 is that a second game ball mechanism 300 into which game balls can enter is provided at a position upstream of the route distribution mechanism 110.

  The second game ball mechanism 300 includes a ball entry portion 301 into which game balls can enter, and two ball entry portions 303a, 303b from which the entered game balls exit. In the present embodiment, the second game ball mechanism 300 is provided at a position where a game ball entered from the openings 101a and 101b of the center accessory 100 enters the entry section 301. In addition, the second game ball mechanism 300 is a game in which a game ball that has flown out of the first pitching section 303a reaches the first distribution section 111 of the route distribution mechanism 110 and has flown out of the second pitching section 303b. The sphere is provided at a position where the sphere reaches the second distribution unit 112 of the path distribution mechanism 110. An adjusting mechanism 310 that adjusts the time interval between game balls that exit from the outgoing ball portions 303a and 303b is provided between the incoming ball portion 301 and the outgoing ball portions 303a and 303b. Further, the ball entry section 301 is provided with a ball entry detection sensor 104c for detecting a game ball.

  FIG. 24 is an explanatory diagram showing the configuration of the second game ball mechanism 300. The adjustment mechanism 310 of the second game ball mechanism 300 guides the game ball that has entered the ball entry section 301 to the first ball exit section 303a and the game ball that has entered the ball entry section 301. A second guide path 312 for guiding to the second exit section 303b, and a distribution mechanism 314 for distributing a game ball entering the entry section 301 to one of the first guide path 311 and the second guide path 312. It has.

  In the present embodiment, the path length of the second guide path 312 is shorter than the path length of the first guide path 311. Further, in the present embodiment, the guide path from the entering ball portion 301 to the outgoing ball portions 303a and 303b is set so that the behavior of the game ball inside the second game ball mechanism 300 can be visually recognized by a player. It is formed of a transparent resin.

  The distributing mechanism 314 includes a rotating member 314c having a first piece 314a and a second piece 314b formed in an L shape, a rotating shaft 314d for supporting the rotating member 314c in a rotatable state, and a rotating rotating member. And a spring mechanism (not shown) for returning the 314c to its original position.

  FIG. 25 is an explanatory diagram showing the behavior of a game ball that has entered the second game ball mechanism 300. As shown in FIG. 25 (a), when one game ball PB1 enters the ball entry section 301 and the one game ball PB1 reaches the distribution mechanism 314, the first piece 314a becomes the one game ball. When pressed downward by the PB1, the rotating member 314c rotates clockwise about 90 degrees about the rotating shaft 314d as shown in FIG. 25B. As a result, the one game ball PB1 is distributed to the first guide path 311. When the distribution mechanism 314 is rotated approximately 90 degrees clockwise, the second piece 314b is in a state of blocking the entrance to the first guide path 311.

  As shown in FIG. 25C, when the one game ball PB1 moves (falls) below the length of the first piece 314a, the rotating member 314c is moved around the rotating shaft 314d by the spring mechanism. Rotate clockwise to return to the original position. When another game ball reaches the distribution mechanism 314 after the rotating member 314c returns to the original position, the other game ball PB1 reaches the distribution mechanism 314 in the same manner as in the case where the one game ball PB1 reaches the distribution mechanism 314. Are distributed to the first guide path 311.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 25 (d), before the rotating member 314c returns to the original position, that is, while the second piece 314b is blocking the entrance to the first guide path 311, another When the game ball PB2 reaches the distribution mechanism 314, the other game ball PB2 is distributed to the second guide path 312 by the second piece 314b. After the other game ball PB2 is distributed to the second guide path 312, the rotating member 314c rotates counterclockwise around the rotating shaft 314d by the spring mechanism and returns to the original position.

  The distribution mechanism 314 of the present embodiment has the above-described configuration, so that one game ball that has reached the distribution mechanism 314 is distributed to the first guide path 311 and that one game ball has arrived. If another game ball arrives at the distribution mechanism 314 within 0.5 seconds from the start, the other game ball is distributed to the second guide path 312. On the other hand, when another game ball reaches the distribution mechanism 314 after a lapse of 0.5 seconds from the arrival of one game ball, the other game ball is distributed to the first guide path 311. Become. Note that the time of 0.5 seconds can be appropriately changed by changing the shape of the rotating member 314c and the elastic force of the spring of the spring mechanism.

  Therefore, when another game ball enters the ball entry section 301 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry section 301, the one game ball is set to the first game ball. At the same time as the ball is launched from the launching section 303a, the other game ball is launched from the second launching section 303b.

  Here, in the present embodiment, as described above, the path length of the second guide path 312 is shorter than the path length of the first guide path 311. Therefore, the average time Tb2 required for the other game ball to enter the ball entry portion 301 and to exit the second ball exit portion 303b via the second guide path 312 is the one game time. It is shorter than the average time Tb1 required from the time when the ball enters the ball entry section 301 to the time when the ball exits the first exit section 303a via the first guide path 311. More specifically, in the present embodiment, when another game ball enters the ball entry section 301 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry section 301, the one ball is entered. The first guide path 311 and the second guide ball 311 are set so that the timing at which the game ball of the first ball is launched from the first ball launching portion 303a and the timing at which the other game ball is launched from the second ball launching portion 303b are simultaneous. The route length of the guide path 312 is set.

  On the other hand, when another game ball enters the ball entry section 301 after a lapse of 0.5 seconds from the entry of the one game ball into the ball entry section 301, the one game ball and the other game The ball exits from the first exiting portion 303a and the above-described adjustment by the adjusting mechanism 310 is not performed. In other words, when another game ball enters the ball entry section 301 after 0.5 seconds elapses after one game ball enters the ball entry section 301, the first game ball of the one game ball enters. The time interval from the outgoing ball from the outgoing ball portion 303a to the outgoing ball from the first outgoing ball portion 303a of the other game ball is determined by the time from the incoming ball to the incoming ball portion 201 of the one game ball. This is the same as the time interval until another game ball enters the ball entry unit 201.

  Here, the effect of providing the second game ball mechanism 300 will be described below in comparison with the first embodiment.

  In the above-described first embodiment, when one game ball enters through the left opening 101a and another game ball enters through the right opening 101b during one opening of the blade members 102a and 102b. In this case, the one game ball passes through the left ball detection sensor 104a, and the other game ball passes through the right ball detection sensor 104b. Then, the one game ball reaches the first distribution unit 111 of the route distribution mechanism 110, and the other game ball reaches the second distribution unit 112 of the path distribution mechanism 110. In this case, when the time interval at which the two game balls reach the route distribution mechanism 110 is within 0.5 seconds, the two game balls are moved by the path distribution mechanism 110 to the player. It will be distributed to an advantageous special route SR.

  However, in the first embodiment, for example, when two game balls are continuously entered from the left opening 101a during one opening of the blade members 102a and 102b, the two game balls are used. Passes through the left ball entry detection sensor 104a and reaches the first distribution unit 111 of the route distribution mechanism 110 continuously. In this case, the two game balls normally reach the route distribution mechanism 110 at a time interval of 0.5 second or less, but the structure of the route distribution mechanism 110 normally It will be assigned to the route NR.

  On the other hand, in the present embodiment, the game balls entered from the left and right openings 101a and 101b are configured to enter the entry section 301 of the second game ball mechanism 300. Even if two game balls enter the ball continuously from one opening, the two game balls enter the ball entry portion 301 of the second game ball mechanism 300.

  Then, if another game ball enters the ball entry section 301 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry section 301 of the second game ball mechanism 300, the one ball is entered. The game ball and the other game ball are simultaneously released from the first ball portion 303a and the second ball portion 303b, so that the one game ball and the other game ball are It reaches the first distribution unit 111 and the second distribution unit 112 at the same time.

  As described above, when one game ball reaches the first distribution unit 111 of the route distribution mechanism 110 and another game ball reaches the second distribution unit 112 at the same time, the one game ball and the The other game balls are distributed to a special route SR that is advantageous to the player.

  Therefore, according to the present embodiment, even when a plurality of game balls are continuously entered from one opening of the center auditorium 100, the plurality of game balls may be distributed to the special route SR. Can be improved, and the player's sense of expectation can be improved.

  Further, in the present embodiment, since the path from the entering ball portion 301 to the outgoing ball portions 303a and 303b is formed of a transparent resin, the behavior of the game ball inside the guide path is visually recognized by the player. This can give the player a sense of expectation for the behavior of the game ball.

  In the present embodiment, when the time interval between a plurality of game balls detected by the ball detection sensor 104c is 0.5 second or less, the MPU 62 controls the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, and the display device 91. Then, an effect indicating that there is a possibility that the situation may be advantageous for the player is executed. Therefore, it is possible to indicate to the player that the game ball may be distributed to the special route SR, and it is possible to improve the player's attention to the game.

  FIG. 26 is an explanatory diagram showing the configuration of another example of the first game ball mechanism. The first game ball mechanism 220 includes a ball entry part 221 into which a game ball can enter, a ball entry part 223 from which a game ball enters, and a game ball entered into the ball entry part 221. The same function as the first game ball mechanism 200 shown in FIG. 21 is provided by including the guide path 224 for guiding the game ball to the game ball 223 and the adjustment mechanism 230 for adjusting the time interval between the game balls that go out of the ball 223. have. That is, when another game ball enters the ball entry portion 221 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry portion 221, the first game ball mechanism 220 The time interval from the entry of the game ball into the entry portion 221 to the entry of the other game ball into the entry portion 221, the exit of the one game ball from the exit portion 223. Therefore, it has a function of adjusting so that the time interval from the launch of the other game ball to the launch from the launch section 223 becomes larger.

  The adjusting mechanism 230 of the first game ball mechanism 220 is provided between the first piece 231 and the second piece 232 and a rotating member 233 constituted by a first piece 231 and a second piece 232. It has a rotating shaft 234 that is supported in a rotatable state, and a wavy portion 235 attached to the second piece 232. In the present embodiment, the second piece 232 is configured to be longer than the first piece 231.

  FIG. 27 is an explanatory diagram showing the behavior of the adjusting mechanism 230 when a game ball enters the first game ball mechanism 220. As shown in FIG. 27 (a), when one game ball PB1 enters the ball entry section 221, and the one game ball PB1 reaches the first piece 231 of the rotating member 233, the first piece 231 becomes When pressed down by one game ball PB1, the rotating member 233 rotates clockwise about 15 degrees about the rotating shaft 234 as shown in FIG. 27B. As a result, the corrugated portion 235 attached to the second piece 232 protrudes into the guide path 224, and the path width of the guide path 224 is reduced.

  As shown in FIG. 27C, when the one game ball PB1 moves (falls) below the length of the first piece 231, the rotating member 233 causes the weight of the second piece 232 and the wavy portion 235 to fall. As a result, it rotates counterclockwise about the rotation shaft 234 and returns to the original position. When another game ball reaches the first piece 231 after the rotating member 233 returns to the original position, the same as the case where one game ball PB1 described above reaches the first piece 231 is performed. In the present embodiment, the time required for the rotating member 233 to return to the original position from the state where the wavy portion 235 protrudes into the inside of the guide path 224 is determined after the game ball reaches the first piece 231. It is configured to be longer than a time required until the wavy portion 235 protrudes into the guide path 224.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 27 (d), before the rotating member 214c returns to the original position, that is, in a state where the corrugated portion 235 protrudes into the guide path 224 and the width of the guide path 224 is reduced. If the other game ball PB2 reaches the adjustment mechanism 230 during the period of, the other game ball PB2 comes into contact with the wavy portion 235 and falls while vibrating right and left. For this reason, the falling speed of the other game balls decreases, and the time from the entry ball 221 to the exit ball 223 increases. After the other game ball PB2 moves (falls) below the length of the first piece 231, the rotating member 233 is turned around the rotating shaft 234 by the weight of the second piece 232 and the wave-shaped portion 235. Rotate clockwise to return to the original position.

  As described above, according to the first game ball mechanism 220, another game ball enters the ball entry unit 221 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry unit 221. In this case, the time interval between the entry of the one game ball into the entry portion 221 and the entry of the other game ball into the entry portion 221 is longer than the time interval between the entry of the other game ball and the exit ball. The time interval from the pitch from the ball 223 to the pitch of the other game ball from the pitch 223 is adjusted to be larger. Note that the time of 0.5 seconds can be appropriately changed by changing the shape and the like of the rotating member 233.

  On the other hand, when another game ball enters the ball entry section 221 after 0.5 seconds elapses after one game ball enters the ball entry section 221, the above-described adjustment by the adjustment mechanism 230 is performed. Absent. In other words, when another game ball enters the ball entry section 221 after 0.5 seconds elapses after one game ball enters the ball entry section 221, the exit of the one game ball occurs. The time interval from the outgoing ball from the unit 223 to the outgoing ball of the other game ball from the outgoing ball unit 223 is determined from the incoming ball of the one game ball into the incoming ball unit 221 and the other game ball. Is the same as the time interval until the ball enters the ball entry section 221.

  As described above, even with the first game ball mechanism 220 which is another example of the first game ball mechanism 200, one game ball which has been thrown from the throw-out portion 223 of the first game ball mechanism 220 has the first start port 33. In the case where the number of held balls reaches the upper limit after entering the ball, there is a possibility that the entering of the other game ball from the ball launching portion 223 of the first game ball mechanism 220 into the first starting port 33 becomes effective. It is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that there is, and it is possible to improve the interest.

  Note that the wavy portion 235 may be made of a magnetic member. With this configuration, when the game ball passes in front of the wave portion 235 in a state where the wave portion 235 protrudes into the inside of the guide path 224, the wave portion 235 and the game ball are attracted by the magnetic force, and the base of the wave portion 235 is formed. Is suppressed, and the period during which the wavy portion 235 protrudes into the guide path 224 is prolonged. As a result, the falling speed of the game ball can be further reduced, and the time required for the game ball to reach the launching portion 223 can be further increased. In addition, if the behavior of the movable role such as the wavy portion 235 changes according to the behavior of the game ball, and further, the behavior of the game ball changes according to the variation of the behavior of the movable role, another configuration is adopted. May be.

I. Modification:
The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and can be implemented in various modes without departing from the gist of the present invention. For example, the following modifications are possible.

I1. Modification 1
In the above embodiment, the special route SR, the normal route NR, and the route distribution mechanism 110 are provided inside the center accessory 100. However, the special route SR, the normal route NR, and the route distribution mechanism 110 The game ball is not limited to the game area PA2 inside the center piece 100, but may be provided at any place in the game area PA where the game balls flow down. For example, the special route SR, the normal route NR, and the route distribution mechanism 110 may be mounted on a type of pachinko machine that does not have a center role. Even in this way, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

I2. Modification Example 2:
In the above-described embodiment, the center accessory 100 has two openings 101a and 101b, and has two blade members 102a and 102b that open and close the two openings 101a and 101b, respectively. The number of openings and the number of blade members may be one each, or three or more.

I3. Modification 3:
In the above embodiment, the openings 101a and 101b of the center item 100 are provided at symmetric positions of the center item 100, respectively. However, the openings 101a and 101b of the center accessory 100 and the route distribution mechanism 110 are not limited to these positions, and may be provided at other positions.

I4. Modification 4:
In the above embodiment, the special route SR is set as a route more advantageous to the player than the normal route NR, but the special route SR is set as a route more disadvantageous to the player than the normal route NR. Good. In this case, within 0.5 seconds after one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110, the player feels a sense of tension that he wants another game ball not to reach the route distribution mechanism 110. Can be given. As described above, according to the pachinko machine 10 including the route distribution mechanism 110, various expectations and tensions can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

I5. Modification 5:
In the above embodiment, the pachinko machine 10 is configured such that the first detection time is longer than the second detection time by providing the first delay mechanism D1, but it is necessary to provide a special delay mechanism. Alternatively, the first detection time may be configured to be longer than the second detection time. Similarly, in the above-described embodiment, the pachinko machine 10 is configured to include the second delay mechanism D2 so that the second detection time is longer than the third detection time. May be configured such that the second detection time is longer than the third detection time without providing the following.

I6. Modification 6:
In the above-described embodiment, the position of the fixed entrance VH is used as a reference position when calculating the first detection time, the second detection time, and the third detection time. Another position in the game area PA to be performed may be adopted as the reference position. For example, the positions of the openings 101a and 101b of the center accessory 100 may be adopted as the reference positions.

I7. Modification 7:
In the above embodiment, the first privilege entrance VH1 of the first privilege distribution mechanism 140 is configured such that after one game ball enters, another game ball does not enter for a predetermined period. However, the first privilege entrance VH1 may be configured such that a plurality of game balls can be continuously entered. Similarly, in the above-described embodiment, the second privilege entrance VH2 of the second privilege distribution mechanism 160 prevents the other game balls from entering for a predetermined period after one game ball enters. Although configured, the second privilege entrance VH2 may be configured so that a plurality of game balls can be continuously entered.

I8. Modification 8:
In the above embodiment, a configuration may be adopted in which one privilege distribution mechanism is provided with three privilege entrances respectively corresponding to three specific regions. Further, the number (type) of the privilege entrance and the specific area is not limited to three, and may be, for example, one or two, or four or more. Further, a configuration in which only one specific region is provided may be adopted, and a configuration in which the type of the special game state to be shifted is determined by an internal lottery when the game ball passes through the specific region may be adopted. Good.

I9. Modification 9:
In the above embodiment, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distribution mechanism 110, another game ball is routed. When the game ball reaches the distribution mechanism 110, a path through which the one game ball and another game ball are distributed is defined as a special path SR (first path). When another game ball has not reached the route distribution mechanism 110 within a predetermined time after the ball has arrived, the route to which the one game ball is distributed is defined as a normal route NR (second route). May be.

I10. Modification 10:
In the above embodiment, a partition may be provided between the ball detection sensor 104a and the ball detection sensor 104b. In this way, the game ball that has entered through the left opening 101a will surely enter the left entry detection sensor 104a, and the game ball that has entered through the right opening 101b will surely enter the right side. The ball enters the ball detection sensor 104b.

  Further, if the partition wall has a shape extending toward the route distribution mechanism 110, the game ball that has entered from the entry ball detection sensor 104a surely reaches the first distribution unit 111 of the route distribution mechanism 110 and enters the game ball. The game ball entered from the ball detection sensor 104b surely reaches the second distribution unit 112 of the route distribution mechanism 110. According to such a configuration, the possibility that game balls are distributed to the special route SR can be improved, and the degree of attention of the game can be improved.

I11. Modification 11:
In the above embodiment, the left guideway 106a and the right guideway 106b have a symmetric structure, but the left guideway 106a and the right guideway 106b may have different inclinations and lengths. For example, in the third embodiment and the fourth embodiment, a configuration may be adopted in which the inclination of the right guideway 106b is increased and the position of the incoming ball detection sensor 104b is closer to the route distribution mechanisms 110c and 110d. . According to such a configuration, it is possible to provide a difference in the degree of advantage between the left and right openings 101a and 101b, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

I12. Modification 12:
In the above-described embodiment, when another game ball reaches the first delay mechanism D1 within 5 seconds after one game ball reaches the first delay mechanism D1, the rotation speed of the cylindrical member 171 is increased. Alternatively, the configuration may be such that the delay time of the game ball is shortened. In this way, the player can be given a sense of tension that the player does not want the game balls to continuously enter the first privilege entrance VH1, thereby improving the interest of the game. Further, when two game balls enter the confirmed entrance VH and the two game balls enter the first privilege entrance VH1, unnecessary delay of the game ball is suppressed. Can be.

  Further, a spherical space in which game balls temporarily stay may be provided as a delay mechanism. As the spherical space, for example, a configuration in which one game ball can be inserted and an opening is provided below the space can be adopted.

  When a game ball enters such a spherical space, the game ball vibrates minutely and temporarily stays in the space. Then, when the minute vibration ends, the game ball falls from the opening and proceeds to the next route. If one game ball stays in the spherical space and another game ball enters the spherical space, the one game ball staying is pushed out by the other game ball and opened. A configuration may be adopted in which the game ball falls from the section and the delay of the game ball is released. Even with such a configuration, a sense of tension can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved. Further, as described above, unnecessary delay of the game ball may be suppressed in some cases.

I13. Modification 13:
In the above embodiment, the MPU 62 determines whether or not the time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the incoming ball detection sensors 104a and 104b is equal to or less than a predetermined time, and the time interval is equal to or less than the predetermined time. In this case, the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, and the display device 91 perform an effect. Instead, the MPU 62 determines whether or not the time intervals of the plurality of detected game balls are included in a predetermined range. If it is determined that the time interval falls within a predetermined range, the various lamps 47, the speakers 46, and the display device 91 may perform an effect.

  Further, the MPU 62 may be configured to select the type of the effect to be executed in accordance with the detected time interval of the game ball.

I14. Modification 14:
In the above embodiment, the passage detection sensor 107 is provided on the special route where the first special route SR1 and the second special route SR2 join. However, the passage detection sensor 107 includes the first special route SR1 and the second special route SR1. It may be provided on at least one of the routes SR2. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to notify that there is a possibility that a failure has occurred in the route distribution mechanism 110 or that there is a possibility that a player has been tampered with, Sound games can be secured.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the MPU 62 performs the abnormality notification by determining whether or not the time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the incoming ball detection sensors 104a and 104b is equal to or shorter than a predetermined time. Instead, the MPU 62 determines whether or not the time intervals of the plurality of game balls detected by the incoming ball detection sensors 104a and 104b fall within a predetermined range. Thus, it may be determined whether or not to execute the notification.

  Further, the passage detection sensor 107 may be provided on the normal route NR instead of the special route SR. In this case, the MPU 62 uses the passage detection sensor 107 provided on the normal route NR, even though the time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the incoming ball detection sensors 104a and 104b is not shorter than a predetermined time. If the game ball is not detected, any configuration may be used as long as the various lamps 47, the speaker 46, and the display device 91 perform the notification of the abnormality.

I15. Modification 15:
In the above embodiment, the MPU 62 determines whether or not to execute the abnormality notification using the signals received from the two incoming ball detection sensors 104a and 104b and the signal received from the passage detection sensor 107. Alternatively, it may be determined whether to execute the notification using only the signal received from the passage detection sensor 107.

  Specifically, in the above embodiment, when two game balls are normally distributed to the special route SR by the route distribution mechanism 110, the two game balls are passed through the passage detection sensor 107 for 0.5 second. Within a time interval of less than Therefore, if another game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107 within 0.5 seconds after one game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107, the MPU 62 determines that the notification is not executed. . On the other hand, if another game ball is not detected by the passage detection sensor 107 within 0.5 second after one game ball is detected by the passage detection sensor 107, a failure occurs in the route distribution mechanism 110. The MPU 62 determines that the notification is to be performed because there is a possibility that the notification has been made or there is a possibility that the player has been tampered with. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to notify that there is a possibility that a failure has occurred in the route distribution mechanism 110 or that there is a possibility that a player has been tampered with, Sound games can be secured.

I16. Modification 16:
In the above-described eighth embodiment, the first gaming ball mechanism 200 is provided at a position where a gaming ball that has exited from the launching section 203 enters the first starting port 33. , May be provided at other positions in the game area PA.

  For example, the first gaming ball mechanism 200 may be provided at a position where a gaming ball that has exited from the exiting portion 203 enters the second starting port 34.

  In addition, for example, the first game ball mechanism 200 may be provided at a position other than the position where the game ball that has exited from the exit ball unit 203 enters the first start port 33 or the second start port 34. Even in this case, if another game ball enters the ball entry unit 201 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry unit 201 of the first game ball mechanism 200, Since the time interval between outgoing game balls can be made larger than the time interval between incoming game balls, the inflection can be given to the behavior of the game balls, and the interest of the game can be improved. it can. Also, when a plurality of game balls enter the ball entry section 201 of the first game ball mechanism 200, an adjustment is made such that the time interval when the game ball exits is larger than the time interval when entering the ball. And the case in which the adjustment is not performed, it is possible to give inflection to the time interval of the game balls to be thrown from the throwing unit 203, and to improve the interest of the game.

I17. Modification 17:
In the eighth embodiment, the path length of the second guide path 212 of the first game ball mechanism 200 is configured to be longer than the path length of the first guide path 211, but the first guide path 211 and the second guide are provided. The road 212 is not limited to this configuration. For example, the path length of the second guide path 212 is configured to be shorter than the path length of the first guide path 211, but a delay mechanism for delaying a game ball is provided in the middle of the second guide path 212. Is also good.

  Even in this case, it is necessary for the game ball to enter the ball entry section 201 of the first game ball mechanism 200 and then to exit from the exit ball section 203 via the second guide path 212. The average time Ta2 is set to be longer than the average time Ta1 required for the game ball to enter the ball entry section 201 and to exit the ball exiting section 203 via the first guide path 211 after the game ball enters the ball entry section 201. Can be.

  As a result, when another game ball enters the ball entry unit 201 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry unit 201 of the first game ball mechanism 200, the one ball is entered. The time interval between the entry of the game ball into the entry portion 201 and the entry of the other game ball into the entry portion 201 is shorter than the time interval between the exit of the one game ball from the exit portion 203 and the It is possible to increase the time interval between the launch of another game ball from the launch section 203 and the launch.

I18. Modification 18:
In the above-described eighth embodiment, the second game ball mechanism 300 is provided at a position where the game ball that has hit the ball from the pitching units 303a and 303b reaches the route distribution mechanism 110. May be provided at another position in the game area PA.

  In the above-described eighth embodiment, the adjustment mechanism 310 of the second game ball mechanism 300 determines that the other game balls have entered within 0.5 seconds after one game ball entered the entry section 301. When the ball enters the unit 301, the timing at which the one game ball is launched from the first launching unit 303a and the timing at which the other game ball is launched from the second launching unit 303b are simultaneous. However, the timings of the one game ball and the other game ball need not be at the same time.

  For example, the adjusting mechanism 310 of the second game ball mechanism 300 is configured such that when another game ball enters the ball entry section 301 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry section 301, The time interval between the entry of the one game ball into the entry portion 301 and the entry of the other game ball into the entry portion 301 is larger than the time interval of the first exit of the one game ball. It is only necessary to have a function of adjusting the time interval from the pitch from the section 303a to the pitch of the other game ball from the second pitch section 303b to be shorter. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to give inflection to the behavior of the game ball, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  In addition, the adjustment mechanism 310 performs the above-described adjustment when another game ball enters the ball entry section 301 after 0.5 second elapses after one game ball enters the ball entry section 301. Since the adjustment is performed such that the time interval when the game ball exits is smaller than the time interval when entering the ball, there are cases where the adjustment is not performed. Inflection can be given to the time interval of the game balls coming out of the ball 303b, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In addition, for example, a ball entry portion, a character, or the like, which may have a more advantageous result for a player as the time interval between a plurality of game balls arriving is smaller, is arranged downstream of the second game ball mechanism 300. In this case, the second game ball mechanism 300 reduces the time interval between the launches of the game balls, so that it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that an advantageous result may be obtained. it can.

I19. Modification 19:
In the above-described eighth embodiment, the second game ball mechanism 300 includes the two pitching portions 303a and 303b, but may have a configuration including one pitching portion. Even with such a configuration, another game ball enters the ball entry portion 301 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry portion 301 of the second game ball mechanism 300. In this case, the time interval between the game balls reaching the role item can be made smaller than the time interval between the game balls entering the second game ball mechanism 300, so that the behavior of the game balls is given an inflection. It can improve the interest.

  However, according to the configuration including two outgoing ball portions 303a and 303b as in the eighth embodiment, another game ball is inserted into the incoming ball portion 301 within 0.5 second after the ball is entered. When the ball enters the ball entry section 301, the one game ball and the other game ball can be made to go out from the separate ball-off sections 303a and 303b, so that the second game ball mechanism 300 Can be dispersed. Therefore, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the behavior of the dispersed game balls, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game. In addition, the case where the other game ball lands from the first ball sphere 303a and the case where the other game ball spheres from the second ball sphere 303b occur. Can be given, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In addition, the second game ball mechanism 300 may be configured to include three or more pitching units. In this case, the game balls that have entered the second game ball mechanism 300 can be further dispersed.

I20. Modification 20:
In the above-described eighth embodiment, the route distribution mechanism 110 is provided at a position where a game ball that has traveled from the ball launching portions 303a and 303b of the second game ball mechanism 300 reaches. Instead, the route distribution mechanism in the other embodiments described above may be provided.

  In addition, at the position where the game ball which has come out from the ball-out units 303a and 303b of the second game ball mechanism 300 arrives, the behavior of the plurality of game balls which arrive according to the time interval of the game balls which arrive. There may be provided another character that changes the character.

  Even with such a configuration, another game ball enters the ball entry portion 301 within 0.5 second after one game ball enters the ball entry portion 301 of the second game ball mechanism 300. In this case, the time interval of the game balls reaching the accessory can be made smaller than the time interval of the game balls entering the second game ball mechanism 300, so that the behavior of the game ball received from the accessory is Change can be given an inflection, and the interest can be improved.

I21. Modification 21:
In the above-described eighth embodiment, the guide paths in the first game ball mechanism 200 and the second game ball mechanism 300 are formed of a transparent resin, but these guide paths are formed of a non-transparent member. Is also good.

I22. Modification 22:
Other types of pachinko machines different from the above embodiment, such as a pachinko machine that performs a jackpot lottery based on a game ball entering the starting port, and a right when a game ball enters a specific area of a special device Pachinko machines with payout means for paying out game balls as gaming media, such as pachinko machines that generate a jackpot, pachinko machines with other accessories, game machines such as arrange ball machines, sparrow balls, etc. The invention can be applied.

  Further, in the above embodiment, some of the functions realized by software may be realized by hardware, or some of the functions realized by hardware may be realized by software.

J. Regarding the inventions extracted from the above embodiments and modifications:
Hereinafter, features of the invention group extracted from the above-described embodiments and modified examples will be described while showing effects and the like as necessary.

<Characteristic A group>
The following feature group A is extracted from the above-described embodiments, modifications, or combinations thereof. Then, at least a part of the following problems can be solved.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

  In such a gaming machine, in order to further increase the player's attention to the game, it is necessary to suitably improve the interest in the game. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

[Feature A1]
A game area where game balls flow down,
A first type path provided in the game area and being a path of a predetermined game ball;
A second type route that is provided in the game area and is a predetermined route of the game ball, the second type route being different from the first type route;
Path distribution means provided in the game area, for distributing a game ball to the first type path or the second type path;
A gaming machine comprising:
The route distributing means may be configured such that, simultaneously with the arrival of one game ball at the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after the arrival of one game ball at the path distributing means, A game machine for allocating the one game ball and another game ball to the first type route when the game device reaches the route distribution means.

  According to the feature A1, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, the other game balls are routed. When reaching the minute means, the one game ball and another game ball are distributed to the first type path.

  Here, if the first type route is more advantageous for the player than the second type route, one game ball arrives at the route distributing means or at the same time as one route reaches the route distributing means. The player can be given an expectation that another game ball wants to arrive at the route distribution means within a predetermined time after the game ball arrives. Also, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, another game ball reaches the route distributing means. In this case, not only the one game ball but also the other game balls are distributed to the type 1 route, so that the player not only has a feeling of expectation for one game ball but also has another game ball. Expectation can also be given.

  On the other hand, if the first type route is more disadvantageous for the player than the second type route, another game ball is routed within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distribution means. It is possible to give the player a sense of tension that the player does not need to reach the distribution means.

  As described above, according to the feature A1, various expectations and tensions can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature A2]
The gaming machine according to Feature A1,
The route distributing means is configured to, if another game ball does not reach the route distributing means within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, A gaming machine for distributing a ball to the second type path.

  According to the feature A2, when another game ball does not reach the route distribution unit within a predetermined time after the one game ball reaches the route distribution unit, the one game ball is not moved to the route distribution unit. It is distributed to the type 2 route.

  Here, in the case where the type 2 route is more disadvantageous for the player than the type 1 route, one route to the route allocating means is set so that one game ball is not distributed to the type 2 route. At the same time as the game ball arrives, or within a predetermined time after one game ball arrives at the route distribution means, the expectation that another game ball wants to reach the route distribution means, It can be given to a player.

  On the other hand, when the type 2 route is more advantageous for the player than the type 1 route, one game ball is assigned to the route distribution means so that one game ball is distributed to the type 2 route. Within a predetermined time after the arrival, the player can be given a sense of tension that he wants other game balls not to reach the route distribution means.

  As described above, according to the feature A2, various expectations and tensions can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature A3]
The gaming machine according to Feature A1 or Feature A2,
The first type route includes a first first type route and a second first type route,
The path distribution unit includes a first distribution unit, a second distribution unit, and a rotation shaft that rotatably supports the path distribution unit.
At the same time as one game ball reaches the first distribution unit, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the first distribution unit, another game ball is When it reaches the distribution section of 2,
By suppressing the rotation of the path distribution unit around the rotation axis,
The first distribution unit distributes the one game ball to the first type 1 path,
The second distribution unit distributes the another game ball to the second type 1 path,
When another game ball has not reached the second distribution unit within a predetermined time after one game ball has reached the first distribution unit,
By the path distributing means rotating about the rotation axis,
The gaming machine, wherein the first distribution unit distributes the one game ball to the second type path.

  According to the feature A3, the route distributing means for distributing the game balls can be realized with a simple configuration.

[Feature A4]
The gaming machine according to any one of features A1 to A3,
In the game area, there is provided a role mechanism in which a game ball can enter.
A gaming machine, wherein the first type route, the second type route, and the route distribution means are provided inside the accessory mechanism.

  According to the feature A4, it is possible to improve interest when a game ball enters the inside of the accessory mechanism.

[Feature A5]
The gaming machine according to Feature A4,
The accessory mechanism,
A plurality of openings through which game balls can enter the inside of the accessory mechanism,
A plurality of opening and closing means for respectively opening and closing the plurality of openings,
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to the feature A5, since the accessory mechanism includes a plurality of openings and opening / closing means, it is easy to continuously enter a plurality of game balls into the inside of the accessory mechanism. Therefore, there is a high possibility that many game balls will be distributed to the type 1 route, and a higher sense of expectation can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature A6]
The gaming machine according to Feature A5,
The openings are provided at symmetrical positions of the accessory mechanism, respectively,
The gaming machine, wherein the route distribution means is provided at substantially the right and left center positions of the accessory mechanism.

  According to the feature A6, when a game ball is entered from each of the left and right openings of the accessory mechanism, one game ball arrives at the route distributing means, or one game ball arrives at the route distributing means. Within a predetermined time after the game ball arrives, there is a high possibility that another game ball reaches the route distribution means. Therefore, a higher sense of expectation can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature A7]
The gaming machine according to any one of features A1 to A6,
A gaming machine, wherein the first type route is a route that is more advantageous for the player than the second type route.

  According to the feature A7, the first type route is more advantageous for the player than the second type route, and therefore, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distribution device, or the route distribution device. It is possible to give the player an expectation that another game ball wants to reach the route distribution means within a predetermined time after one game ball has arrived.

<Characteristic B group>
The following feature group B is extracted from the above-described embodiments, modifications, or combinations thereof. Then, at least a part of the following problems can be solved.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

  In such a gaming machine, in order to further increase the player's attention to the game, it is necessary to suitably improve the interest in the game. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

[Feature B1]
A game area where game balls flow down,
A role mechanism provided in the game area, in which a game ball can enter the ball,
A first specific area which is provided inside the accessory mechanism and is an area for giving a first privilege to a player when a game ball passes;
First detection means for detecting the passage of the game ball through the first specific area;
A second specific area which is provided inside the accessory mechanism and is an area for giving a player a second privilege which is more advantageous than the first privilege when a game ball passes therethrough;
Second detection means for detecting the passage of the game ball through the second specific area;
A gaming machine comprising:
A first detection time, which is an average time required from when a game ball passes through a predetermined reference position inside the accessory mechanism to when the game ball is detected by the first detection means, is equal to the reference position. Is configured to be longer than a second detection time, which is an average time required for the game ball to be detected by the second detection means after the game ball has passed through the game ball. Machine.

  According to the feature B1, since the first detection time is configured to be longer than the second detection time, when a plurality of game balls enter the inside of the accessory mechanism, one game ball is set. Is likely to pass through the second specific area, but another game ball first passes through the first specific area, and the first privilege, which is more disadvantageous than the second privilege, is given to the player. It is possible to suppress occurrence of a situation such as being given. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest of the game when a plurality of game balls enter the inside of the accessory mechanism.

[Feature B2]
The gaming machine according to Feature B1, wherein:
It is configured such that the first detection time is longer than the second detection time by providing a delay means for delaying the game ball from reaching the detection position detected by the first detection means. A gaming machine characterized by the following.

  According to the feature B2, since the gaming machine includes the delay means, the first detection time can be made longer than the second detection time.

[Feature B3]
The gaming machine according to Feature B1 or Feature B2,
In the inside of the accessory mechanism, there is a ball entrance into which a game ball can enter, and when a game ball enters, a fixed entry which determines that the game ball passes through any specific area There is a ball opening,
The gaming machine, wherein the reference position is a position of the confirmed entrance.

  According to the feature B3, since the position of the confirmed entrance is set as the reference position, when a plurality of game balls enter the confirmed entrance, one game ball is likely to pass through the second specific area. Nevertheless, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation in which another game ball is detected by the first detecting means first, and the first privilege which is more disadvantageous than the second privilege is given to the player. be able to. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest of the game when a plurality of game balls enter the confirmed entrance.

[Feature B4]
The gaming machine according to Feature B3,
Downstream of the confirmed entrance in the inside of the accessory mechanism, is a entrance where a game ball can enter, and when a game ball enters, the game ball is placed in the first specified position. There is a first privilege entrance that is confirmed to pass through the area,
A gaming machine wherein the first privilege entrance is configured such that after one game ball enters, another game ball does not enter for a predetermined period.

  According to the feature B4, after one game ball enters the first privilege entrance, another game ball does not enter for a predetermined period, so that a plurality of game balls enter the confirmed entrance. When a ball is hit, a sense of expectation that a second privilege that is more advantageous than the first privilege is provided can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature B5]
The gaming machine according to Feature B3 or Feature B4,
Inside the accessory mechanism,
A third specific area which is an area for giving a player a third privilege which is more advantageous than the second privilege when the game ball passes;
Third detection means for detecting the passage of the game ball through the third specific area;
Is provided,
A first privilege distribution mechanism for distributing a privilege to be provided to a player by distributing a game ball is provided downstream of the confirmed entrance in the inside of the accessory mechanism,
The first privilege distribution mechanism includes at least:
It is determined that the game ball distributed by the first privilege distribution mechanism is a ball entry port into which the game ball can enter, and when the game ball enters, the game ball passes through the first specific area. The first privilege entrance to
A game ball distributed by the first privilege distribution mechanism is a ball entry opening into which a ball can enter, and when a game ball enters, a privilege more advantageous than the first privilege may be given. Privilege promotion entrance to be confirmed and
Is provided,
Downstream of the privilege promotion entrance, there is provided a second privilege distribution mechanism that distributes a privilege to be given to a player by distributing a game ball,
The second privilege distribution mechanism includes at least:
It is determined that the game ball distributed by the second privilege distribution mechanism is a ball entry port into which the game ball can enter, and when the game ball enters, the game ball passes through the second specific area. And a second privilege entrance entrance to
It is determined that the game ball distributed by the second privilege distribution mechanism is a ball entry port into which the game ball can enter, and when the game ball enters, the game ball passes through the third specific area. A third privilege entrance to
Is provided,
A third detection time, which is an average time required from when the game ball passes through the confirmed entrance to when the game ball is detected by the third detection means, is equal to the first detection time and the third detection time. 2. A gaming machine characterized by being configured to be shorter than the detection time of 2.

  According to the feature B5, since the third detection time is configured to be shorter than the first detection time and the second detection time, when a plurality of game balls enter the inside of the accessory mechanism, In the above, although one game ball is likely to pass through the third specific region, another game ball passes first through the first specific region or the second specific region, and the third privilege is obtained. It is possible to suppress occurrence of a situation in which the first privilege or the second privilege, which is more disadvantageous, is given to the player. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest of the game when a plurality of game balls enter the inside of the accessory mechanism.

  Further, according to the feature B5, after the game ball enters the confirmed entrance and the award of the privilege is confirmed, the type of the privilege to be granted is changed according to the type of the entrance where the game ball enters. Determined step by step. Therefore, a game in which the type of privilege is determined in stages can be provided to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature B6]
The gaming machine according to Feature B5,
A gaming machine wherein the second privilege entrance is configured such that after one game ball enters, another game ball does not enter for a predetermined period.

  According to the feature B6, after one game ball enters the second privilege entrance, another game ball does not enter for a predetermined period, so that a plurality of game balls enter the privilege promotion entrance. When a ball is entered, a sense of expectation that a third benefit that is more advantageous than the second benefit is given can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

<Characteristic C group>
The following feature group C is extracted from the above-described embodiments, modifications, or combinations thereof. Then, at least a part of the following problems can be solved.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

  In such a gaming machine, in order to further increase the player's attention to the game, it is necessary to suitably improve the interest in the game. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

[Feature C1]
A game area where game balls flow down,
A first type path provided in the game area and being a path of a predetermined game ball;
A second type route that is provided in the game area and is a predetermined route of the game ball, the second type route being different from the first type route;
Path distribution means provided in the game area, for distributing a game ball to the first type path or the second type path;
A gaming machine comprising:
The route distribution means,
It is possible to be displaced by the weight or impact of the game ball,
At the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, another game ball reaches the route distributing means. In the first case, the one game ball and the other game balls are displaced by the weight or the impact of the one game ball and the other game balls, thereby distributing the one game ball and the other game balls to the first type path,
In a second case in which another game ball has not reached the route distributing means within a predetermined time from the arrival of one game ball to the route distributing means, the displacement in the first case is smaller than the displacement in the first case. A gaming machine characterized in that the one gaming ball is distributed to the second type path by being displaced by a small amount or not being displaced.

  According to the feature C1, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, another game ball is displaced. When reaching the minute means, the one game ball and another game ball are distributed to the first type path.

  Here, if the first type route is more advantageous for the player than the second type route, one game ball arrives at the route distributing means or at the same time as one route reaches the route distributing means. The player can be given an expectation that another game ball wants to arrive at the route distribution means within a predetermined time after the game ball arrives. In addition, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, another game ball reaches the route distributing means. In this case, not only the one game ball but also the other game balls are distributed to the first type route, so that the player not only has an expectation for one game ball but also has another game ball for the other game balls. Expectation can also be given.

  On the other hand, when the first type route is more disadvantageous for the player than the second type route, another game ball is routed within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distribution means. It is possible to give the player a sense of tension that the player does not want to reach the distribution means.

  Thus, according to the feature C1, various expectations and tensions can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved. Further, according to the feature C1, the route distribution means for distributing the game balls can be realized with a simple configuration.

[Feature C2]
The gaming machine according to feature C1, wherein:
The route distribution means,
A rotating shaft that supports the path distributing means in a rotatable state,
A gaming machine characterized by being displaceable by rotation about the rotation axis.

  According to the feature C2, since the path distributing means can be displaced by rotation about the rotation axis, the durability can be improved as compared with a configuration in which the path distributing means itself is deformed and displaced. Can be.

[Feature C3]
The gaming machine according to Feature C1 or Feature C2,
In the game area, there is provided a role mechanism in which a game ball can enter.
A gaming machine, wherein the first type route, the second type route, and the route distribution means are provided inside the accessory mechanism.

  According to the feature C3, it is possible to improve interest when a game ball enters the inside of the accessory mechanism.

[Feature C4]
The gaming machine according to Feature C3,
The accessory mechanism,
A plurality of openings through which game balls can enter the inside of the accessory mechanism,
A plurality of opening and closing means for respectively opening and closing the plurality of openings,
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to the feature C4, since the accessory mechanism includes a plurality of openings and opening / closing means, it becomes easy to continuously enter a plurality of game balls into the inside of the accessory mechanism. Therefore, there is a high possibility that many game balls will be distributed to the type 1 route, and a higher sense of expectation can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature C5]
The gaming machine according to Feature C4,
The openings are provided at symmetrical positions of the accessory mechanism, respectively,
The gaming machine, wherein the route distribution means is provided at substantially the right and left center positions of the accessory mechanism.

  According to the feature C5, when a game ball is entered from each of the left and right openings of the role mechanism, one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or one game ball reaches the route distributing means. Within a predetermined time after the game ball arrives, there is a high possibility that another game ball reaches the route distribution means. Therefore, a higher sense of expectation can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature C6]
The gaming machine according to any one of the features C1 to C5,
A gaming machine, wherein the first type route is a route that is more advantageous for the player than the second type route.

  According to the feature C6, the first type route is more advantageous for the player than the second type route, and therefore, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distribution device, or the route distribution device. It is possible to give the player an expectation that another game ball wants to reach the route distribution means within a predetermined time after one game ball has arrived.

<Feature D group>
The following feature group D is extracted from the above-described embodiments, modifications, or combinations thereof. Then, at least a part of the following problems can be solved.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

  In such a gaming machine, in order to further increase the player's attention to the game, it is necessary to suitably improve the interest in the game. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

[Feature D1]
A game area where game balls flow down,
A first type path provided in the game area and being a path of a predetermined game ball;
A second type route that is provided in the game area and is a predetermined route of the game ball, the second type route being different from the first type route;
Path distribution means provided in the game area, for distributing a game ball to the first type path or the second type path;
A gaming machine comprising:
The first type route includes a first first type route and a second first type route,
The path distribution unit includes a first distribution member and a second distribution member,
At the same time as one game ball reaches the first distribution member, or within a predetermined time after the one game ball reaches the first distribution member, the other game ball is When it reaches the distribution member of No. 2,
The first distribution member is displaced by the weight or impact of the one game ball,
The second distribution member is displaced by the weight or impact of the other game ball,
The interference between the displaced first distributing member and the displaced second distributing member prevents the one game ball and the other game balls from being distributed to the second type path. ,
The first distribution member distributes the one game ball to the first type 1 path,
The second distribution member distributes the another game ball to the second type 1 path,
If another game ball has not reached the second distribution member within a predetermined time after one game ball has reached the first distribution member,
A gaming machine, wherein the first distribution member is displaced by the weight or impact of the one game ball and distributes the one game ball to the second type path.

  According to the feature D1, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, the other game balls are routed. When reaching the minute means, the one game ball and another game ball are distributed to the first type path.

  Here, if the first type route is more advantageous for the player than the second type route, one game ball arrives at the route distributing means or at the same time as one route reaches the route distributing means. The player can be given an expectation that another game ball wants to arrive at the route distribution means within a predetermined time after the game ball arrives. Also, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, another game ball reaches the route distributing means. In this case, not only the one game ball but also the other game balls are distributed to the type 1 route, so that the player not only has a feeling of expectation for one game ball but also has another game ball. Expectation can also be given.

  On the other hand, if the first type route is more disadvantageous for the player than the second type route, another game ball is routed within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distribution means. It is possible to give the player a sense of tension that the player does not need to reach the distribution means.

  As described above, according to the feature D1, various expectations and tensions can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved. Further, according to the feature D1, it is possible to realize the route distribution means for distributing the game balls with a simple configuration.

[Feature D2]
The gaming machine according to Feature D1, wherein
The first distribution member includes:
A first rotation shaft that rotatably supports the first distribution member;
Displaceable by rotation about the first rotation axis,
The second distribution member includes:
A second rotation shaft that rotatably supports the second distribution member,
A gaming machine characterized by being displaceable by rotation around the second rotation axis.

  According to the feature D2, since the first distribution member and the second distribution member can be displaced by rotation about the rotation axis, compared to a configuration in which the distribution member itself is deformed and displaced. Thus, the durability can be improved.

[Feature D3]
The gaming machine according to Feature D1 or Feature D2,
In the game area, there is provided a role mechanism in which a game ball can enter.
A gaming machine, wherein the first type route, the second type route, and the route distribution means are provided inside the accessory mechanism.

  According to the feature D3, it is possible to improve interest when a game ball enters the inside of the accessory mechanism.

[Feature D4]
The gaming machine according to Feature D3,
The accessory mechanism,
A plurality of openings through which game balls can enter the inside of the accessory mechanism,
A plurality of opening and closing means for respectively opening and closing the plurality of openings,
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to the feature D4, since the accessory mechanism includes the plurality of openings and the opening / closing means, it is easy to continuously enter the plurality of game balls into the inside of the accessory mechanism. Therefore, there is a high possibility that many game balls will be distributed to the type 1 route, and a higher sense of expectation can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature D5]
The gaming machine according to Feature D4,
The openings are provided at symmetrical positions of the accessory mechanism, respectively,
The gaming machine, wherein the route distribution means is provided at substantially the right and left center positions of the accessory mechanism.

  According to the feature D5, when a game ball is entered from each of the left and right openings of the role mechanism, one game ball reaches the route distributing means or one of the game balls reaches the route distributing means. Within a predetermined time after the game ball arrives, there is a high possibility that another game ball reaches the route distribution means. Therefore, a higher sense of expectation can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature D6]
The gaming machine according to any one of the features D1 to D5,
A gaming machine, wherein the first type route is a route that is more advantageous for the player than the second type route.

  According to the feature D6, the first type route is more advantageous for the player than the second type route, and therefore, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distribution unit, or the route distribution unit. It is possible to give the player an expectation that another game ball wants to reach the route distribution means within a predetermined time after one game ball has arrived.

<Feature E group>
The following feature group E is extracted from the above-described embodiments, modifications, or combinations thereof. Then, at least a part of the following problems can be solved.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

  In such a gaming machine, in order to further increase the player's attention to the game, it is necessary to suitably improve the interest in the game. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

[Feature E1]
A game area where game balls flow down,
A first type path provided in the game area and being a path of a predetermined game ball;
A second type route that is provided in the game area and is a predetermined route of the game ball, the second type route being different from the first type route;
Path distribution means provided in the game area, for distributing a game ball to the first type path or the second type path;
A gaming machine comprising:
The route distribution means,
At the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, another game ball reaches the route distributing means. A determination unit for determining whether or not the vehicle has arrived,
At the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, another game ball reaches the route distributing means. If it is determined by the determination means that has arrived, the one game ball and another game ball are distributed to the first type path,
If the determination unit determines that another game ball has not reached the route distribution unit within a predetermined time after the one game ball reaches the route distribution unit, the one game ball A gaming machine, wherein a ball is distributed to the second type path.

  According to the feature E1, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, another game ball is displaced. When reaching the minute means, the one game ball and another game ball are distributed to the first type path.

  Here, if the first type route is more advantageous for the player than the second type route, one game ball arrives at the route distributing means or at the same time as one route reaches the route distributing means. It is possible to give the player an expectation that another game ball wants to reach the route distribution means within a predetermined time after the game ball arrives. Also, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distributing means, another game ball reaches the route distributing means. In this case, not only the one game ball but also the other game balls are distributed to the first type route, so that the player not only has an expectation for one game ball but also has another game ball for the other game balls. Expectation can also be given.

  On the other hand, if the first type route is more disadvantageous for the player than the second type route, another game ball is routed within a predetermined time after one game ball reaches the route distribution means. It is possible to give the player a sense of tension that the player does not need to reach the distribution means.

  As described above, according to the feature E1, various expectations and tensions can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature E2]
The gaming machine according to feature E1, wherein:
In the game area, there is provided a role mechanism in which a game ball can enter.
A gaming machine, wherein the first type route, the second type route, and the route distribution means are provided inside the accessory mechanism.

  According to the feature E2, it is possible to improve the interest when a game ball enters the inside of the accessory mechanism.

[Feature E3]
The gaming machine according to Feature E2,
The accessory mechanism,
A plurality of openings through which game balls can enter the inside of the accessory mechanism,
A plurality of opening and closing means for respectively opening and closing the plurality of openings,
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to the feature E3, since the accessory mechanism includes a plurality of openings and opening / closing means, it is easy to continuously enter a plurality of game balls into the inside of the accessory mechanism. Therefore, there is a high possibility that many game balls will be distributed to the type 1 route, and a higher sense of expectation can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature E4]
The gaming machine according to Feature E3,
The openings are provided at symmetrical positions of the accessory mechanism, respectively,
The gaming machine, wherein the route distribution means is provided at substantially the right and left center positions of the accessory mechanism.

  According to the feature E4, when a game ball is made to enter from each of the left and right openings of the role mechanism, one game ball reaches the route distributing means, or one game ball reaches the route distributing means. Within a predetermined time after the game ball arrives, there is a high possibility that another game ball reaches the route distribution means. Therefore, a higher sense of expectation can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature E5]
The gaming machine according to any one of features E1 to E4,
A gaming machine, wherein the first type route is a route that is more advantageous for the player than the second type route.

  According to the feature E5, the first type route is more advantageous for the player than the second type route, and therefore, at the same time as one game ball reaches the route distribution device, or the route distribution device. It is possible to give the player an expectation that another game ball wants to reach the route distribution means within a predetermined time after one game ball has arrived.

<Characteristic F group>
The following feature F groups are extracted from the above-described embodiments, modifications, or combinations thereof. Then, at least a part of the following problems can be solved.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

  In such a gaming machine, in order to further increase the player's attention to the game, it is necessary to suitably improve the interest in the game. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

[Feature F1]
A game area where game balls flow down,
A game ball mechanism provided in the game area, into which a game ball can enter;
A gaming machine comprising:
The game ball mechanism,
A ball entry section where game balls can enter,
A game ball that has entered the game ball mechanism from the ball entry section, and a ball exit section in which the game ball exits the game ball mechanism.
If, within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry section, another game ball entering next to the one game ball enters the ball entry section, The time interval between the entry of the game ball into the entry portion of the game ball and the entry of the other game ball into the entry portion of the game ball, from the exit ball from the exit ball portion of the one game ball, Adjusting means for adjusting such that the time interval between the other game ball and the ball from the ball portion to the ball is longer,
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to the feature F1, if another game ball enters the ball entry portion within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry portion of the game ball mechanism, the game ball is entered. Since the time interval of the launch of the game ball can be made larger than the time interval, it is possible to give an inflection to the behavior of the game ball and to improve the interest of the game.

  Also, for example, a case where a ball entry portion, a character, or the like, which may have a disadvantageous result for a player if the time interval between a plurality of game balls reaching is small, is arranged downstream of the game ball mechanism. Since the time interval between the launches of the game balls is increased by the game ball mechanism of the feature F1, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that an unfavorable result can be avoided. it can.

[Feature F2]
The gaming machine according to Feature F1,
The adjusting means,
When the other game ball enters the ball entry portion after a predetermined time has elapsed after the one game ball entered the ball entry portion, the adjustment is not performed. Gaming machine to do.

  According to the feature F2, there are cases where an adjustment is made such that the time interval at the time of exiting the game ball is longer than the time interval at the time of entry, and a case where the adjustment is not performed. It is possible to give inflection to the time interval of the game balls coming out of the game, and to improve the interest of the game.

[Feature F3]
The gaming machine according to Feature F1 or Feature F2,
The adjusting means,
A first guide path, which is a path for guiding a game ball that has entered the entry section,
A second guide path different from the first guide path, the path guiding a game ball having entered the ball entry section;
Distributing means for distributing the one game ball and the other game ball entered into the entry section to one of the first guide path and the second guide path;
A merging guideway that joins the first guideway and the second guideway downstream of the distributing means, and guides a game ball to the exit ball portion;
With
The distribution means,
While distributing the one game ball that has reached the distributing means to the first guide path,
When the another game ball reaches the distribution means within a predetermined time after the one game ball arrives, the another game ball is distributed to the second guide path,
When the other game ball reaches the distribution means after a predetermined time has elapsed from the arrival of the one game ball, the other game ball is distributed to the first guide path,
The first guideway and the second guideway are:
The average time required for the game ball to enter the ball entry portion and to exit the ball from the exit portion via the second guide path after the entry of the game ball to the entry portion, A gaming machine characterized in that it is configured to be longer than an average time required for the game ball to enter the ball from the ball exit portion via the first guide path after entering the ball.

  According to the feature F3, when another game ball enters the ball entry portion within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry portion, the other game ball enters the ball entry portion. Relative to the time interval between the entry of the ball and the entry of the other game ball into the entry portion, the exit from the exit portion of the one game ball and the exit from the exit portion of the other game ball. The time interval to the ball can be increased.

[Feature F4]
The gaming machine according to any one of the features F1 to F3,
In the game area, a starting ball entry portion in which a game ball can enter is provided,
Entering a game ball into the starting ball input section is set as an opportunity to open another character, and an upper limit is set for the number of game balls to be held,
The gaming machine, wherein the gaming ball mechanism is provided at a position where a gaming ball that has exited from the exiting ball portion enters the starting entry ball portion.

  According to the feature F4, the game ball that has exited from the exiting ball portion can be made to enter the starting entry ball entry portion.

  Further, according to the feature F4, when another game ball enters the ball entry portion within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry portion of the game ball mechanism, for example, the game ball mechanism Even if one game ball that has exited from the exit ball section enters the starting entry ball section and the number of pending game balls reaches the upper limit, one game ball exits from the exit section of the game ball mechanism. Since the time interval from when the game ball of one ball is released to the time when another game ball is released is large, between the time when another game ball leaves and enters the starting entry ball part The holding is exhausted, and the possibility that the entry of another game ball into the starting entry section becomes effective is increased.

  Therefore, even if one game ball that has exited from the exit section of the game ball mechanism enters the starting entry section and the number of reserves reaches the upper limit, the ball exits from the exit section of the game ball mechanism. It is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the entering of the other game balls into the starting ball entry portion may be effective, and it is possible to improve the interest.

[Feature F5]
The gaming machine according to any one of the features F1 to F4,
The gaming machine, wherein the gaming ball mechanism is configured such that a behavior of the gaming ball in the gaming ball mechanism can be visually recognized by a player.

  According to the feature F5, since the behavior of the game ball in the game ball mechanism can be visually recognized by the player, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation for the behavior of the game ball, thereby improving the interest.

<Characteristic G group>
The following feature group G is extracted from the above-described embodiments, modifications, or combinations thereof. Then, at least a part of the following problems can be solved.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

  In such a gaming machine, in order to further increase the player's attention to the game, it is necessary to suitably improve the interest in the game. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

[Feature G1]
A game area where game balls flow down,
A game ball mechanism provided in the game area, into which a game ball can enter;
A gaming machine comprising:
The game ball mechanism,
A ball entry section where game balls can enter,
A game ball that has entered the game ball mechanism from the ball entry section, and a ball exit section in which the game ball exits the game ball mechanism.
If, within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry section, another game ball entering next to the one game ball enters the ball entry section, The time interval between the entry of the game ball into the entry portion of the game ball and the entry of the other game ball into the entry portion of the game ball, from the exit ball from the exit ball portion of the one game ball, Adjusting means for adjusting such that the time interval between the other game ball and the ball from the ball portion to the ball is shorter,
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to the feature G1, when another game ball enters the ball entry portion within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry portion of the game ball mechanism, the game ball is entered. Since the time interval of the launch of the game ball can be made smaller than the time interval, the behavior of the game ball can be given an inflection, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Also, for example, a case where a ball entry portion, a character, or the like, which may have a more advantageous result for a player as the time interval between a plurality of game balls arriving is smaller, is arranged downstream of the game ball mechanism. Since the time interval between pitches of game balls is reduced by the game ball mechanism of the feature G1, it is possible to give the player an expectation that an advantageous result may be obtained.

[Feature G2]
The gaming machine according to Feature G1, wherein
The adjusting means,
When the other game ball enters the ball entry portion after a predetermined time has elapsed after the one game ball entered the ball entry portion, the adjustment is not performed. Gaming machine to do.

  According to the feature G2, there are cases where an adjustment is made such that the time interval when the game ball exits is smaller than the time interval when entering the ball, and a case where the adjustment is not performed. It is possible to give inflection to the time interval of the game balls coming out of the game, and to improve the interest of the game.

[Feature G3]
The gaming machine according to Feature G1 or Feature G2,
The game ball mechanism,
The golf ball includes at least two pitching portions including a first pitching portion and a second pitching portion as the pitching portion,
The adjusting means,
When the other game ball has entered the ball entry portion within a predetermined time after the one game ball entered the ball entry portion,
Causing the one game ball to pitch from the first pitching section and the other game ball to pitch from the second pitching section;
The first outgoing ball portion of the one game ball is longer than the time interval from the ball entry of the one game ball into the ball portion to the ball entry of the other game ball into the ball portion. A gaming machine characterized in that a time interval from a ball from the ball to a ball from the second ball portion of the another game ball is adjusted to be smaller.

  According to the feature G3, when another game ball enters the ball entry portion within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry portion, the one game ball and the other game ball are entered. Since the ball and the ball can be thrown out from separate throwing portions, the game balls that have entered the game ball mechanism can be dispersed. Therefore, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the behavior of the dispersed game balls, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

[Feature G4]
The gaming machine according to Feature G3,
The adjusting means,
When the other game ball has entered the ball entry portion after a lapse of a predetermined time since the one game ball entered the ball entry portion,
A gaming machine wherein the one game ball and the another game ball are made to flow out of the first pitching part and the adjustment is not performed.

  According to the feature G4, a case where another game ball lands from the first ball sphere and a case where another game ball spheres from the second ball sphere occur. Inflection can be given, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Feature G5]
The gaming machine according to Feature G3 or G4,
The adjusting means,
When the other game ball has entered the ball entry portion within a predetermined time after the one game ball entered the ball entry portion,
The timing is such that the timing at which the one game ball launches from the first launching portion and the timing at which the other game ball launches from the second launching portion are simultaneous. A gaming machine.

  According to the feature G5, when another game ball enters the ball entry portion within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry portion, the one game ball and the other game ball are entered. Can be played simultaneously from different pitching units.

  Also, for example, a case where a ball entry portion, a character, or the like, which may have a more advantageous result for a player as the time interval between a plurality of game balls arriving is smaller, is arranged downstream of the game ball mechanism. Since the game balls are simultaneously thrown from different throwing parts by the game ball mechanism of the feature G5, it is possible to give a strong expectation to the player that an advantageous result may be obtained. it can.

[Feature G6]
The gaming machine according to any one of the features G3 to G5,
The adjusting means,
A first guide path, which is a path for guiding a game ball that has entered the ball entry section to the first ball entry section,
A second guide path, which is a path for guiding a game ball that has entered the entry section to the second exit section,
Distributing means for distributing the one game ball and the other game ball entered into the entry section to one of the first guide path and the second guide path;
With
The distribution means,
While distributing the one game ball that has reached the distributing means to the first guide path,
When the another game ball reaches the distribution means within a predetermined time after the one game ball arrives, the another game ball is distributed to the second guide path,
When the other game ball reaches the distribution means after a predetermined time has elapsed from the arrival of the one game ball, the other game ball is distributed to the first guide path,
The first guideway and the second guideway are:
The average time required for a game ball to enter the ball entry section and to exit the ball from the second exit section via the second guide path after the ball enters the entry section is The game ball is configured to be shorter than the average time required for the game ball to go out of the first ball-shooting part via the first guideway after entering the ball. A gaming machine characterized by:

  According to the feature G6, when another game ball enters the ball entry section within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry section, the other game ball enters the ball entry section. Relative to the time interval between the entry of the ball and the entry of the other game ball into the entry portion, the exit from the exit portion of the one game ball and the exit from the exit portion of the other game ball. The time interval to the ball can be reduced.

[Feature G7]
The gaming machine according to any one of the features G1 to G6,
In the gaming board, there is provided an accessory that changes the behavior of the plurality of arriving gaming balls according to a time interval of the plurality of arriving gaming balls,
The gaming machine, wherein the gaming ball mechanism is provided at a position at which a gaming ball that has exited from the exiting ball portion reaches the accessory.

  According to the feature G7, it is possible to cause the game ball that has been thrown from the throwing part to reach the accessory.

  According to the feature G7, when another game ball enters the ball entry portion within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry portion of the game ball mechanism, the character reaches the role item. The time interval between game balls that enter the game ball mechanism can be made smaller than the time interval between game balls that enter the game ball mechanism. Improvement can be achieved.

[Feature G8]
The gaming machine according to any one of the features G1 to G7,
The gaming machine, wherein the gaming ball mechanism is configured such that a behavior of the gaming ball in the gaming ball mechanism can be visually recognized by a player.

  According to the feature G8, since the behavior of the game ball in the game ball mechanism can be visually recognized by the player, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation about the behavior of the game ball, and it is possible to improve interest.

<Characteristic H group>
The following feature H group is extracted from the above-described embodiment, modified example, or combination thereof. Then, at least a part of the following problems can be solved.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

  In such a gaming machine, in order to further increase the player's attention to the game, it is necessary to suitably improve the interest in the game. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

[Feature H1]
A game area where game balls flow down,
A game ball mechanism provided in the game area, into which a game ball can enter;
A gaming machine comprising:
The game ball mechanism,
A ball entry section where game balls can enter,
A game ball that has entered the game ball mechanism from the ball entry section, and a ball exit section in which the game ball exits the game ball mechanism.
If, within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry section, another game ball entering next to the one game ball enters the ball entry section, The time interval from the outgoing ball from the outgoing ball portion of the game ball to the outgoing ball from the outgoing ball portion of the other game ball is from the incoming ball to the incoming ball portion of the one gaming ball. Adjusting means for adjusting the time interval until the ball enters the ball entry section of another game ball so as to be different,
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to the feature H1, when another game ball enters the ball entry portion within a predetermined time after one game ball enters the ball entry portion of the game ball mechanism, the exit of the game ball is determined. Since the time interval can be made different from the time interval at which the game ball enters, the behavior of the game ball can be given an inflection, and the interest of the game can be improved.

<Characteristic I group>
The following feature group I is extracted from the above-described embodiments, modifications, or combinations thereof. Then, at least a part of the following problems can be solved.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

  In such a gaming machine, in order to further increase the player's attention to the game, it is necessary to suitably improve the interest in the game. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

[Feature I1]
A game area where game balls flow down,
Detection means provided in the game area, for detecting a game ball;
Determining means for determining whether the time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the detecting means satisfies a predetermined condition,
Effect performing means for executing a predetermined effect when it is determined that the predetermined condition is satisfied by the determining means,
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to the feature I1, the predetermined effect is executed when the time interval of the plurality of game balls detected by the detection means satisfies the predetermined condition. When the time interval satisfies a predetermined condition, in a gaming machine which may be in an advantageous situation for the player, the player is informed through a predetermined effect that the situation may be advantageous. It is possible to improve the player's attention to the game.

[Feature I2]
The gaming machine according to feature I1, wherein:
The determining means determines that the time interval satisfies the predetermined condition when a time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the detecting means is equal to or less than a predetermined time. Gaming machine to do.

  According to the feature I2, for example, in a gaming machine that may be in an advantageous situation for a player when the time interval between a plurality of game balls detected by the detection unit is equal to or shorter than a predetermined time, Can be improved.

[Feature I3]
The gaming machine according to Feature I1 or Feature I2,
Comprising a plurality of the detection means,
The determination unit is configured to determine a time between a timing when a game ball is detected by one of the plurality of detection units and a timing when a game ball is detected by another detection unit among the plurality of detection units. A game machine for determining whether a target interval satisfies the predetermined condition.

  According to the feature I3, in a gaming machine provided with a plurality of detecting means, it is possible to improve a player's attention to a game.

[Feature I4]
The gaming machine according to any one of features I1 to I3,
The gaming machine, wherein the predetermined effect is an effect indicating that there is a possibility that a situation that is advantageous for a player may occur.

  According to the feature I4, an advantageous situation is achieved in a gaming machine that may be in an advantageous situation for a player when the time interval between a plurality of game balls detected by the detection means satisfies a predetermined condition. The possibility can be suggested to the player, and the player's attention to the game can be improved.

<Feature J group>
The following feature group J is extracted from the above-described embodiment, modification, or combination thereof. Then, at least a part of the following problems can be solved.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player according to a game result. Some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, determine a game result based on a specific area through which a game ball ejected to a gaming area has passed.

  In such a gaming machine, in order to improve the soundness of the game, it is preferable to be able to quickly detect an abnormality or a defect occurring in the gaming machine. Note that such a problem also occurs in general gaming machines using gaming balls.

[Feature J1]
A game area where game balls flow down,
Detection means provided in the game area, for detecting a game ball;
Notifying means for notifying based on a time interval of a plurality of game balls detected by the detecting means,
A gaming machine comprising:

  According to the feature J1, for example, when there is a possibility that a malfunction has occurred in a movable accessory provided in a game area of a gaming machine, or when there is a possibility that an illegal operation has been performed by a player In the gaming machine in which the time interval of a plurality of gaming balls detected by the detecting means changes, it is notified that there is a possibility that the malfunction may occur or that the illegal operation may be performed. be able to.

[Feature J2]
The gaming machine according to Feature J1, wherein
The detection means,
First detection means provided in the game area and detecting a game ball;
Second detecting means for detecting a game ball downstream of the first detecting means,
Including
The gaming machine further comprises:
First determining means for determining whether a time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the first detecting means satisfies a predetermined condition,
A second determination unit that determines whether a notification condition is satisfied based on a result of the determination by the first determination unit and a detection result of a game ball by the second detection unit;
With
The gaming machine, wherein the notifying unit notifies when the second determining unit determines that the notification condition is satisfied.

  According to the feature J2, the behavior of the game ball flowing down the game area can be detected by the first detection means and the second detection means, and the gaming machine can be detected by the first determination means and the second determination means. It is possible to notify that there is a possibility that a malfunction has occurred in the movable accessory provided in the game area of the above, and that there is a possibility that the player has been tampered with.

  For example, based on a combination of the result of the determination as to whether or not the time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the first detection means satisfies a predetermined condition and the result of detection of the game balls by the second detection means. To determine whether there is a possibility that a malfunction has occurred in a movable accessory provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine, and whether there is a possibility that a player has been tampered with. It can be detected and notified.

[Feature J3]
The gaming machine according to Feature J2,
The first determination means determines that the time interval satisfies the predetermined condition when a time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the first detection means is less than or equal to a predetermined time. A gaming machine characterized by the following.

  According to the feature J3, when there is a possibility that a malfunction has occurred in a movable accessory provided in the game area of the gaming machine, or when there is a possibility that a player has been tampered with. Based on a combination of the result of the determination as to whether or not the time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the first detection means is equal to or less than a predetermined time and the detection result of the game balls by the second detection means. In addition, it is possible to notify that there is a possibility that the malfunction has occurred and that there is a possibility that the wrongdoing has been performed. As a result, a healthy game can be secured.

[Feature J4]
The gaming machine according to Feature J2 or Feature J3,
The second determining means is configured to notify the notification when the second detecting means detects a game ball, although the first determining means does not determine that the predetermined condition is satisfied. A gaming machine characterized by determining that a condition has been satisfied.

  In a gaming machine in which a game ball may be detected by the second detection means when a time interval between a plurality of game balls detected by the first detection means satisfies a predetermined condition, the first detection If a game ball is detected by the second detection means even though the time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the means does not satisfy the predetermined condition, the game ball is provided in the game area of the gaming machine. There is a possibility that a malfunction has occurred in the movable movable character, or that the player has been tampered with.

  According to the feature J4, when a game ball is detected by the second detection means even though the time intervals of the plurality of game balls detected by the first detection means do not satisfy the predetermined condition, It can be notified that there is a possibility that a malfunction has occurred in a movable accessory provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine, or that there is a possibility that a player has been tampered with. . As a result, a healthy game can be secured.

[Feature J5]
The gaming machine according to any one of the features J2 to J4,
A plurality of the first detection means,
The first determination unit determines a timing at which a game ball is detected by one of the plurality of first detection units and a game based on the other detection unit of the plurality of first detection units. A gaming machine for determining whether a time interval from a timing at which a ball is detected satisfies a predetermined condition.

  According to the feature J5, in a gaming machine provided with a plurality of first detecting means, there is a possibility that a malfunction may occur in a movable accessory provided in a game area of the gaming machine, Thus, it is possible to notify that there is a possibility that fraud has been performed. As a result, a healthy game can be secured.

[Feature J6]
The gaming machine according to Feature J1, further comprising:
A determination unit that determines whether a time interval between the plurality of game balls detected by the detection unit satisfies a predetermined condition,
The gaming machine, wherein the notifying unit notifies when the determining unit determines that the predetermined condition is not satisfied.

  According to the feature J6, for example, when there is a possibility that a malfunction has occurred in a movable accessory provided in a gaming area of a gaming machine, or when there is a possibility that a player has been tampered with In a gaming machine in which the time intervals of a plurality of gaming balls detected by the detecting means do not satisfy a predetermined condition, there is a possibility that the malfunction has occurred, and a possibility that the illegality has been performed. You can be notified that there is.

[Feature J7]
The gaming machine according to Feature J6,
The determination means determines that the time interval satisfies the predetermined condition when another game ball is detected within a predetermined time after the detection of one game ball by the detection means. A gaming machine characterized by that:

  According to the feature J7, when there is a possibility that a malfunction has occurred in a movable accessory provided in a game area of a gaming machine, or when there is a possibility that a player has been tampered with by a player. The possibility that the malfunction has occurred or the illegal operation has been performed based on whether or not another game ball has been detected within a predetermined time after the detection of one game ball by the detection means. It is possible to report that there is a possibility. As a result, a healthy game can be secured.

  Hereinafter, a basic configuration of a gaming machine to which each of the above features can be applied or applied to each of the features will be described.

Pachinko machine (wing type):
Launching means for launching a game ball toward a game area based on a launch operation by a player;
A starting ball entry section provided in the game area, in which a game ball flowing down the game area can enter;
An accessory mechanism having an opening, from which the game ball can enter the inside through the opening,
Opening means for opening the opening of the accessory mechanism based on the fact that a game ball has entered the starting entry section,
Detecting means for detecting the passage of a game ball in a specific area provided inside the accessory mechanism,
A bonus granting unit that grants a bonus to the player when the detection unit detects the passage of the game ball;
A gaming machine comprising:

Pachinko machine (Digi-pachi type):
Launching means for launching a game ball toward a game area based on a launch operation by a player;
A starting ball entry section provided in the game area, in which a game ball flowing down the game area can enter;
Based on that a game ball has entered the starting ball entry section, special information acquisition means for acquiring special information,
Special information storage means for storing the special information acquired by the information acquisition means,
Based on the special information stored in the special information storage means, a determination unit that determines whether or not to grant a privilege to the player,
A privilege granting means for granting the privilege to the player when the determining means determines to grant the privilege;
A gaming machine comprising:

  The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments and modified examples, and can be implemented with various configurations without departing from the spirit thereof. For example, the embodiments corresponding to the technical features in the respective embodiments described in the summary of the invention, the technical features in the modified examples may be used to solve some or all of the above-described problems, or In order to achieve some or all of the effects, replacement and combination can be performed as appropriate. Unless the technical features are described as essential in the present specification, they can be deleted as appropriate.

10 ... Pachinko machine 11 ... Outer frame 12 ... Pachinko machine body 13 ... Inner frame 14 ... Front door frame 15 ... Hinge 16 ... Hinge 17 ... Cylinder lock 18. ..Window 18a ... glass unit 19 ... upper plate 20 ... lower plate 23 ... lever 24 ... production operation button 25 ... operation handle 30 ... game board 31 ... Guide rail 31a ... Inner rail 31b ... Outer rail 32 ... General winning opening 33 ... First starting opening 34 ... Second starting opening 42 ... Nail 43 ... Out opening 45 ... Display unit 45a ... First hold display part 45b ... Second hold display part 45c ... Round display part 46 ... Speaker 47 ... Various lamps 60 ... Main controller 61 ... Main control board 62 ... MPU
63 ... ROM
64 ... RAM
67a-67g ... winning detection sensor 70 ... power supply device 71 ... payout control device 72 ... payout device 73 ... launch control device 74 ... game ball launching mechanism 80 ... sound emission control Device 81 ... Sound emission control board 82 ... MPU
83 ... ROM
84 ... RAM
90 ... Display control device 91 ... Display device 100 ... Center accessory 101a ... Opening 101b ... Opening 102a ... Blade member 102b ... Blade member 104a ... Ball Detection sensor 104b ... Ball detection sensor 104c ... Ball detection sensor 106a ... Guideway 106b ... Guideway 107 ... Passage detection sensor 108 ... V detection sensor 110 ... Route shake Distributing mechanism 110b ... Route distributing mechanism 110c ... Route distributing mechanism 110d ... Route distributing mechanism 110e ... Route distributing mechanism 110f ... Route distributing mechanism 110g ... Route distributing mechanism 120 ... Selection mechanism 121 ... Cylindrical member 122 ... Ball entrance 130 ... Disc-shaped rotating body 140 ... First privilege distribution mechanism 141 ... Rotating body 142 ... Partition wall 144. .. Partition 146 ... Discharge mechanism 160 ... Second privilege distribution mechanism 161 ... Rotating body 162 ... Partition 164 ... Partition 166 ... Discharge Outgoing mechanism 171 ... Cylindrical member 172 ... Drive section 173 ... Magnetic member 200 ... First game ball mechanism 201 ... Incoming ball section 203 ... Outgoing ball section 203 ... First out Spherical part 210 ... Adjustment mechanism 211 ... First guide path 212 ... Second guide path 214 ... Distribution mechanism 214a ... First piece 214b ... Second piece 214c ... Rotation Member 214d ... Rotating shaft 216 ... Merging guide path 220 ... First game ball mechanism 221 ... Incoming ball section 223 ... Outgoing ball section 224 ... Guide path 230 ... Adjustment mechanism 231 ... First piece 232 ... Second piece 233 ... Rotating member 234 ... Rotating axis 235 ... Wave part 300 ... Second game ball mechanism 301 ... Incoming ball part 303a ... .First outgoing part 303a ... Outgoing part 303b ... Second outgoing part 310 ... Adjustment mechanism 311 ... First guideway 312 ... Second guideway 314 ... Distribution Mechanism 314a ... First piece 314b ... Second piece 314c ... Rotating member 314 ... Rotary axis D1 ... First delay mechanism D2 ... Second delay mechanism S1 ... First detection sensor S2 ... Second detection sensor S3 ... Third detection sensor T1 ... Second 1 Detection time T2 ... Second detection time T3 ... Third detection time PA ... Gaming area PA1 ... Outside the game area PA2 ... Inside the game area SR ... Special route SR1 ... First special route SR2 ... Second special route NR ... Normal route VH ... Confirmed entrance UH ... Privilege promotion entrance OH1 ... Departure entrance VH1 ... First privilege entrance VH2 ... Second privilege entrance VH3 ... Third privilege entrance VZ1 ... First specific area VZ2 ... Second specific area VZ3 ... Third specific area

Claims (1)

A game area where game balls flow down,
A role mechanism provided in the game area, in which a game ball can enter the ball,
A gaming machine comprising:
The accessory mechanism,
A first specific area, which is an area where a first privilege is given to a player when a game ball passes, and a second privilege, which is more advantageous than the first privilege, when a game ball passes, is provided by the player. A plurality of specific regions including a second specific region that is a region given to
First detection means for detecting that a game ball has passed through the first specific area of the plurality of specific areas;
Second detection means for detecting that a game ball has passed through the second specific area of the plurality of specific areas,
When a game ball enters, a confirmed entrance where it is determined that the game ball passes any one of the plurality of specific areas,
Privilege grant means for granting a player with a privilege corresponding to the specific area where the passage of the game ball has been detected,
With
At the destination of the game ball that has entered the confirmed entrance, there is provided a privilege distribution means for distributing a bonus granted to the player by distributing the game ball,
The privilege distribution means includes at least:
A first flow path that determines that the game ball passes through the first specific area when the game ball passes;
JP to which the game ball is Ru advantageous benefits granted than the first benefits be another specific area other than the first specific area included in the plurality of particular regions when the gaming ball has passed An advantageous flow path that is determined to pass through a constant area,
Is provided,
The gaming machine is
Even if a plurality of gaming balls enter the confirmed entrance, all of the plurality of gaming balls are configured to be guided to the privilege distribution means,
A first detection time, which is an average time required from when a game ball enters the confirmed entrance to when the game ball is detected by the first detecting means, is determined by a game ball inserted into the confirmed entrance. Is configured to be longer than a second detection time which is an average time required for the game ball to be detected by the second detection means after entering the ball,
The privilege granting means is configured such that, when a plurality of game balls enter the confirmed entrance and the game balls pass through two or more different specific areas, the identification of which passage of the game ball is detected earliest is performed. A gaming machine comprising means for giving a player a privilege corresponding to an area.

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