JP6710094B2 - Amusement machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachi-slot.

Conventionally, a plurality of reels having a plurality of symbols on each surface, a game medal, a coin, etc. (hereinafter referred to as "medal etc.") are inserted, and it is detected that the player operates the start lever. Detecting that a player has pressed a start switch requesting the start of rotation of a plurality of reels and a stop button provided corresponding to each of the plurality of reels, and requesting a stop of rotation of the corresponding reel A stop switch that outputs a signal to output each of the reels and a stepping motor that is provided corresponding to each of the plurality of reels and that transmits each driving force to each reel, and stepping based on the signals output by the start switch and the stop switch. The reel control unit that controls the operation of the motor, rotates the reels, and stops the reels is provided. When it is detected that the start lever is operated, the lottery is performed based on the random number, and the result of the lottery , "An internal winning combination") and a so-called pachi-slot machine that stops the rotation of the reel based on the timing at which the operation of the stop button is detected.

As a gaming machine of this kind, a movable liquid crystal display device that displays a production image and can be displaced is provided between the upper end position which is the side of the fixed liquid crystal display device and the lower end position which is the side of the reel group. There is proposed a game machine that can move the fixed liquid crystal display device and the reel group so as not to overlap with each other when viewed from the front-rear direction (see Patent Document 1).

JP, 2014-138835, A

However, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, the movable liquid crystal display device only moves vertically on the side of the reel group, and the movable liquid crystal display device is moved to the front side of the reel group, which is most noticed by the player. There is a problem that the effect produced by the image displayed on the liquid crystal display device cannot be improved. On the other hand, even on the front side of the reel group, if the visibility of the symbol on the activated line on which the winning determination is made deteriorates, there is a problem that the game is hindered.

Therefore, the present invention provides a gaming machine that solves such a problem and can improve the effect of production in front of the reel, and can secure the visibility of the effective line which is particularly noticed by the player. To aim.

The present invention provides the following gaming machines. A gaming machine of the present invention (for example, a pachi-slot machine 1F described later) has a plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R described later) on which a plurality of symbols are arranged, and at least two or more symbols for each reel. And a symbol display portion (for example, a display window 4 described later) that can be visually recognized, and a gaming machine that determines the winning of a winning combination in accordance with a stop display on an effective line that is visible from the symbol display portion, Display means (for example, a liquid crystal display device 11F described later) arranged on the front side of the reel and capable of displaying an effect image in a game in a display area (display area 11a described later), and the display means A display control unit (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 described later) to be controlled and a drive unit capable of moving the display unit from a first position not overlapping the reel to a second position at least a part of which is overlapping the reel. (For example, a driving device 200F described later) and drive control means (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 described later) that controls the driving means, and the display means moves to the second position. to, the side edges of the reel and overlapping part, the effective line on so as not to reduce the visibility of the stop display, the special shape portion a shape that is incorporated outs can be displayed the symbols stopped on the activated line ( For example, it is characterized in that special shaped portions 111d, 112d, etc., which will be described later) are formed.

The gaming machine having such a configuration includes a plurality of reels on which a plurality of symbols are arranged, and a symbol display unit in which at least two symbols can be visually recognized for each reel, and on an effective line visible from the symbol display unit. The winning combination of the winning combination is determined according to the stop display of, and the display means, the display control means, and the driving means are provided. The display means is arranged on the front side of the reel and can display the effect image in the game in the display area. The display control means controls the display of the display means. The drive means can move the display means from the first position where it does not overlap with the reel to the second position where at least a part thereof overlaps with the reel. The drive control means controls the drive means. Further, the display means is formed with a special shape portion at the side edge of the portion overlapping the reel when the display means is moved to the second position so as not to reduce the visibility of the stop display on the activated line.

Thereby, the display means can be moved from the first position where it does not overlap the reel to the second position where at least a part thereof overlaps the reel. Therefore, by moving the display means for displaying the effect image before the reel that the player pays attention to, the effect of the effect image before the reel can be improved. Further, when the display means is moved to the second position, a special shape portion is formed on the side edge of the portion of the display means overlapping the reel so as not to reduce the visibility of the stop display on the activated line. .. Therefore, the visibility of the symbols on the activated line on which the winning determination is made is not reduced. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of production in front of the reels and ensuring the visibility of the active line which is particularly noticed by the player.

In addition to the above configuration, the gaming machine of the present invention is characterized in that the display control means controls the display means to display a pseudo symbol imitating a symbol.
Further, in addition to the above configuration, the gaming machine of the present invention is provided with a window which is disposed on the front side of the display means and which allows the means disposed on the back side to be visible (for example, a display window 4 described later, a visual check). When the display means is further arranged at the first position, the display means has the shield means (for example, the front door 2b described later) having the possible area 5). The effect image can be displayed within a range visible from the window, and the special shape portion of the display means is arranged invisible by the shielding means.

Thus, the display means can display a pseudo symbol imitating the symbol, so that various symbols can be produced by the symbol arranged on the reel and the pseudo symbol displayed on the display means. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of production in front of the reels, capable of producing a variety of symbols, and ensuring the visibility of an effective line which is particularly noticed by the player.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of production in front of a reel and ensuring the visibility of an effective line which the player particularly pays attention to.

It is a figure which shows the function flow of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is the whole perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachi-slot machine concerning 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of the main control circuit of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of the sub-control circuit of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. 1 is a front view of a liquid crystal display device and a driving device of a pachi-slot machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6A shows a state where the third liquid crystal panel is arranged on the back side of the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel, and FIG. 6B shows the third liquid crystal panel which is the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel. It shows a state of being arranged on the same plane as the panel. FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line A-A′ in FIG. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 8A shows a state where the third liquid crystal panel is arranged on the back side of the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel, and FIG. 8B shows the third liquid crystal panel which is the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel. It shows a state of being arranged on the same plane as the panel. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows example 1 of another of the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows example 2 of another of the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view showing appearance of a game machine (pachinko) concerning a modification of a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram showing the composition of the main control circuit and the sub control circuit of the game machine (pachinko) concerning the modification of a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the function flow of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is the whole perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine concerning a 2nd embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachi-slot machine concerning 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure explaining the side surface liquid crystal display device and drive device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure explaining the side surface liquid crystal display device and drive device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view showing appearance of a game machine (pachinko) concerning a modification of a 2nd embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram showing composition of a main control circuit and a sub control circuit of a game machine (pachinko) concerning a modification of a 2nd embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the function flow of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is the whole perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine concerning a 3rd embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachi-slot machine concerning 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is sectional drawing of the operating part and drive device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 28(a) shows a state in which the auxiliary display area of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device of the operation unit is arranged on substantially the same plane as the display area of the waist liquid crystal display device, and FIG. 28(b) shows the auxiliary liquid crystal display of the operation unit. The auxiliary display area of the device is in a state of projecting to the front side from the display area of the waist liquid crystal display device. It is a figure which shows an example of the production|generation image in the waist part liquid crystal display device and auxiliary liquid crystal display device which concern on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the production|generation image in the waist part liquid crystal display device and auxiliary liquid crystal display device which concern on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the production|generation image in the waist part liquid crystal display device and auxiliary liquid crystal display device which concern on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is the whole perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine concerning a 4th embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachi-slot machine concerning 4th Embodiment of this invention. It is a rear view of a liquid crystal display device and a drive device of a pachi-slot machine according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention. It is a rear view of a liquid crystal display device and a drive device of a pachi-slot machine according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 35 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line AA′ in FIG. 34. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 4th Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 37(a) shows a liquid crystal display device of the first embodiment in which one apex of seven liquid crystal panels are close to each other and the outer shape is a heptagonal shape, and FIG. 37(b) shows seven liquid crystal panels. The liquid crystal display device according to the second embodiment is shown in which the heptagonal openings are formed in the central region by rotating in the same direction. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 4th Embodiment of this invention. 38A shows an effect image at the time of starting the effect in the second mode of the liquid crystal display device, and FIG. 38B shows a change with time of the effect image at the time of starting the effect shown in FIG. 38A. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 4th Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 4th Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 4th Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view showing appearance of a game machine (pachinko) concerning a modification of a 4th embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram showing the composition of the main control circuit and the sub control circuit of the game machine (pachinko) concerning the modification of a 4th embodiment of the present invention. It is the whole perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine concerning a 5th embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachi-slot machine concerning 5th Embodiment of this invention. It is a rear view of a liquid crystal display device and a drive device of a pachi-slot machine according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention. 46A shows the moving liquid crystal panel and the initial state of the moving liquid crystal panel, and FIG. 46B shows the moving liquid crystal panel and the state where the moving liquid crystal panel has moved from the initial state. FIG. 47 is a sectional view taken along the line AA′ in FIG. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 5th Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 48(a) shows a state in which the first moving liquid crystal panel and the second moving liquid crystal panel are arranged on the horizontal line with the fixed liquid crystal panel interposed therebetween, and FIG. 48(b) shows the first moving liquid crystal panel and the second moving liquid crystal panel. The movable liquid crystal panel is arranged on a vertical line with the fixed liquid crystal panel interposed therebetween. It is a figure which shows another example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device which concerns on 5th Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view showing appearance of a game machine (pachinko) concerning a modification of a 5th embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram showing composition of a main control circuit and a sub control circuit of a game machine (pachinko) concerning a modification of a 5th embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the function flow of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 6th Embodiment of this invention. It is the whole perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine concerning a 6th embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachi-slot machine concerning 6th Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure explaining the operation part liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 6th Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure explaining the operation part liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 6th Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure explaining the operation part liquid crystal display device and drive device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 6th Embodiment of this invention. 57A shows a state in which the operation unit liquid crystal display device is arranged at the initial position, FIG. 57B shows a state in which the operation unit liquid crystal display device is arranged at an intermediate position, and FIG. The operation part liquid crystal display device is shown in a state in which it is arranged at a moving position. It is a figure explaining the modification of the operation part liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 6th Embodiment of this invention. It is the whole perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine concerning a 7th embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachi-slot machine concerning 7th Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view of a liquid crystal display device and a drive device of a pachi-slot machine according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 61(a) shows a state in which the third liquid crystal panel is arranged on the back side of the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel, and FIG. 61(b) shows the third liquid crystal panel as the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel. It shows a state of being arranged on the same plane as the panel. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 7th Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 62A shows a state where the third liquid crystal panel is arranged on the back side of the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel, and FIG. 62B shows the third liquid crystal panel which is the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel. It shows a state of being arranged on the same plane as the panel. It is a figure explaining the modification of the liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 7th Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure explaining operation|movement of the modification of the liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 7th Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure explaining operation|movement of the modification of the liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 7th Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure explaining operation|movement of the modification of the liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine which concerns on 7th Embodiment of this invention.

Various embodiments of the present invention will be described. In various embodiments described below, in order to solve the problem of lack of unexpectedness in the performance of a gaming machine, a liquid crystal display device in which the outer shape of the display region is formed in a shape that matches various configurations of the gaming machine is used as a driving device. By moving by, it is possible to produce a novel and impressive production.

(First embodiment)
<Function flow of pachi-slot machine>
A pachi-slot machine which is a gaming machine showing the first embodiment of the present invention will be described. First, with reference to FIG. 1, a functional flow according to the first embodiment of the gaming machine will be described.

The pachi-slot machine of the first embodiment uses medals as a game medium for playing a game. As the game medium, coins, game balls, game point data, tokens, or the like can be applied in addition to medals.

As a predetermined start condition, when a player inserts a medal and the start lever is operated, one value (hereinafter, a random number value) is extracted from random numbers in a predetermined numerical value range (for example, 0 to 65535). To be done.

The internal lottery means performs lottery based on the extracted random number value and determines an internal winning combination. This internal lottery means is carried out by the main control circuit described later. By the determination of the internal winning combination, the combination of symbols that is allowed to be displayed along the winning determination line described below is determined. The types of symbol combinations include those related to "winning", in which benefits such as payout of medals, operation of re-game, operation of bonus, etc. are given to the player, and those related to other so-called "miss". Is provided.

Further, when the start lever is operated, the plurality of reels are rotated. After that, when the player presses the stop button corresponding to the predetermined reel, the reel stop control means controls the rotation of the corresponding reel based on the internal winning combination and the timing at which the stop button is pressed. To do.

In the pachi-slot machine, basically, control is performed to stop the rotation of the corresponding reel within a specified time (190 msec or 75 msec) from when the stop button is pressed. In the first embodiment, the number of symbols that move with the rotation of the reel within this specified time is referred to as the “number of sliding pieces”. When the specified time is 190 msec, the maximum number of sliding pieces is set to 4 symbols, and when the specified time is 75 msec, the maximum number of sliding pieces is set to 1 frame.

The reel stop control means, when the internal winning combination permitting the combination display of the symbols relating to the winning is determined, the combination of the symbols is usually within the prescribed time of 190 msec (4 symbols), and the winning combination is the winning determination line. Stop the rotation of the reel so that it is displayed along with as much as possible. Further, the reel stop control means defines, for example, one or more reels at the time of the operation of the challenge bonus (CB) and the middle bonus (MB) of continuously operating the second type special accessory. Within 75 msec (one frame of the symbol), the rotation of the reel is stopped so that the symbol combination is displayed as much as possible along the winning determination line. Further, the reel stop control means uses various prescribed times corresponding to the gaming state to rotate the reels so that a combination of symbols not allowed to be displayed by the internal winning combination is not displayed along the winning determination line. Stop.

In this way, when the rotation of the plurality of reels is all stopped, the winning determination means determines whether or not the symbol combination displayed along the winning determination line is related to winning. This winning determination means is carried out by the main control circuit described later. When it is determined by the prize determination means that the game is related to a prize, a bonus such as payout of medals is given to the player. In a pachi-slot machine, a series of flows as described above is performed as one game. Such internal lottery means, reel stop control means, and winning determination means are carried out by a main control circuit as control means described later.

Further, in the pachi-slot machine, in the above-described series of flows, the image display performed by the image display device such as a liquid crystal display device, the drive of the liquid crystal panel by the drive device, the output of light by various lamps, and the sound output by the speaker are performed. Various effects are performed by using the output or a combination thereof.

When the start lever is operated, a random number value for rendering (hereinafter, a random number value for rendering) is extracted in addition to the random number value used for determining the internal winning combination described above. When the random number value for effect is extracted, the effect content determination means randomly determines the effect content to be executed this time from the plurality of types of effect content associated with the internal winning combination.

When the content of the effect is determined, the effect executing means executes the corresponding effect in association with each trigger such as the start of the rotation of the reel, the stop of the rotation of each reel, the determination of the presence or absence of the winning. As described above, in the pachi-slot machine, the player has the opportunity to know or predict the determined internal winning combination (in other words, the combination of the symbols to be aimed for) by executing the effect contents associated with the internal winning combination. It is possible to improve the interest of the player. The sub-control circuit as the production control means described later bears such production content determination means and production execution means.

<Structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, with reference to FIG. 2, an external structure of the pachi-slot machine according to the first embodiment will be described.

[Appearance structure]
FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing an external structure of the pachi-slot machine 1.

As shown in FIG. 2, the pachi-slot machine 1 includes an exterior body 2. The outer casing 2 has a cabinet 2a as a housing for housing reels, circuit boards, etc., and a front door 2b attached to the cabinet 2a so as to be openable and closable. Handles 2c are provided on both side surfaces of the cabinet 2a (only one handle 2c is shown in FIG. 2). The grip 2c is a recess that is used when carrying the pachi-slot machine 1.

Inside the cabinet 2a, a plurality (three in the first embodiment) of reels 3L, 3C, 3R in which a plurality (for example, 21 pieces) of symbols are displayed at predetermined intervals along the circumferential direction are housed. ing.

Hereinafter, the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are referred to as the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R, respectively. Each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R has a reel body formed in a cylindrical shape, and a translucent sheet material mounted on the peripheral surface of the reel body. The above-mentioned plural (for example, 21) symbols are drawn on the surface of the above-mentioned sheet material.

The front door 2b includes a door body 9 and a liquid crystal display device 11 as an image display unit that displays an image. The door body 9 is openably and closably attached to the cabinet 2a using a hinge (not shown). The hinge is provided at the left end of the door body 9 when the door body 9 is viewed from the front of the pachi-slot machine 1.

The liquid crystal display device 11 is configured to display, for example, an image related to a game effect and information related to a game in a display area 11a formed on the front side (the front side of the pachi-slot machine 1 and a surface facing the player). It is attached to the upper part of the door body 9 of the front door 2b. The liquid crystal display device 11 can display the game table information such as the customization of the game machine and the game history, in addition to executing the effect by displaying the image. In addition, a hall menu is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11 according to the operation of the manager of the game hall. In this case, the liquid crystal display device 11 can be configured with a touch panel, and buttons and the like that can be operated by the administrator can be displayed in the hall menu. Further, as will be described in detail later, the liquid crystal display device 11 includes a plurality of liquid crystal panels as a display unit capable of displaying an effect image in a game in a display area 11a formed on the front surface. The plurality of liquid crystal panels move in a predetermined direction by the driving device 200 (see FIG. 6).

Further, the front door 2b has a display window 4 in which a part of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R can be viewed and a viewable region 5 in which a part of the liquid crystal display device 11 can be viewed. The display window 4 is composed of three left display windows 4L corresponding to the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R, a middle display window 4C, and a right display window 4R.

These display windows 4L, 4C, 4R are provided at positions overlapping the arrangement area of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R as viewed from the front (player side), and in front of the three reels (player side). ) Is provided. Therefore, the player can visually recognize the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R provided behind the display window 4 through the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. Further, the visible area 5 is provided at a position overlapping the display area 11a of the liquid crystal display device 11 and at a position closer to the player (on the player side) than the display area 11a. Further, as will be described later in detail, the drive device 200 (see FIG. 6) is attached to the liquid crystal display device 11 outside the visible area 5. Therefore, the player can see the display area 11 a provided behind the visible area 5, but cannot see the drive device 200 attached to the liquid crystal display device 11 outside the visible area 5. .

In the first embodiment, the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R are arranged continuously among the plurality of types of symbols drawn on each reel when the rotation of the corresponding reel provided behind the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R is stopped. The size is set so that three symbols can be displayed. That is, in the frame of the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R, upper, middle, and lower regions are provided for each reel, and one symbol is displayed in each region. Then, in the first embodiment, a line connecting the middle area of the left reel 3L, the middle area of the middle reel 3C, and the middle area of the right reel 3R is defined as a winning determination line for determining whether or not a prize is won.

A protective glass 6 is arranged on the front side of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 11 described above. As a result, the player cannot directly touch the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 11.

A pedestal portion 10 is formed at the center of the door body 9. The pedestal portion 10 includes various devices to be operated by the player (medal slot 13, MAX bet button 14, 1 bet button 15, start lever 16, stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R, select button, enter button, etc. ) Is provided.

The medal insertion slot 13 is provided for receiving medals that are dropped by the player from the outside onto the pachi-slot machine 1. That is, the medal insertion slot 13 is for the player to insert medals. The medals inserted from the medal insertion slot 13 are used for one game with a preset number (for example, 3) as an upper limit, and the amount exceeding the preset number is deposited in the pachi-slot machine 1. It is possible (so-called credit function).

The MAX bet button 14 and the 1 bet button 15 are provided to determine the number of coins to be used for one game from the medals stored inside the pachi-slot machine 1. Although not shown in FIG. 2, the pedestal portion 10 is provided with a settlement button. The settlement button is provided to pull out (discard) the medals stored inside the pachi-slot machine 1 to the outside.

The start lever 16 is for starting the rotation of all reels (3L, 3C, 3R) in response to a player's operation, and constitutes a start operation means.

The stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are provided in association with the left reel 3L, the middle reel 3C, and the right reel 3R, respectively, and are for stopping the rotation of the corresponding reels according to the operation of the player. .. These stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R constitute stop operation means.

Further, these stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are adapted to be used when performing an operation relating to information displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11, and for example, when performing a selection operation on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11. Used for. Hereinafter, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are referred to as the left stop button 17L, the middle stop button 17C, and the right stop button 17R, respectively.

The select button and the enter button are used when performing various operations on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11.

Further, the pedestal portion 10 is provided with a 7-segment display 28 including a 7-segment LED (Light Emitting Diode). The 7-segment display 28 displays information such as the number of medals to be paid out to the player as a privilege (hereinafter, the number of payouts) and the number of medals stored in the pachi-slot machine 1 (hereinafter, the number of credits). Display digitally.

A medal payout opening 21, a medal receiving tray 22, speakers 23L, 23R, and the like are provided below the door body 9. The medal payout port 21 guides the medals discharged by driving the hopper device 43 described later to the outside. The medal tray 22 stores the medals discharged from the medal payout opening 21. In addition, the speakers 23L and 23R output sound effects and music such as music corresponding to the effect contents.

<Electrical structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, the electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1.

As shown in FIG. 3, the pachi-slot machine 1 has a main control board 41 arranged in the cabinet 2a and a sub-control board 42 arranged in the front door 2b. A reel relay terminal plate 51, a setting key type switch 52, a cabinet side relay substrate 53, a door relay terminal plate 54, and a power supply substrate 44b of a power supply device 44 are electrically connected to the main control substrate 41. ing.

The reel relay terminal plate 51 is arranged inside the reel body of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R. The reel relay terminal plate 51 is electrically connected to a stepping motor (not shown) of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R and relays a signal output from the main control board 41 to the stepping motor. The setting key type switch 52 is used when changing the setting of the pachi-slot machine 1 or when confirming the setting of the pachi-slot machine 1.

An external centralized terminal plate 56, a hopper device 43, and a medal auxiliary storage switch 57 are electrically connected to the cabinet-side relay board 53. The cabinet-side relay board 53 relays signals output from the main control board 41 to the external centralized terminal board 56, the hopper device 43, and the medal auxiliary storage switch 57. That is, the external centralized terminal board 56, the hopper device 43, and the medal auxiliary storage switch 57 are connected to the main control board 41 via the cabinet-side relay board 53.

The external centralized terminal board 56 is attached to the cabinet 2a, and is provided to output signals such as a medal insertion signal, a medal payout signal, and a security signal to the outside of the pachi-slot machine 1.

The medal auxiliary storage switch 57 penetrates a medal auxiliary storage (not shown). The medal auxiliary storage switch 57 detects whether or not the medal auxiliary storage switch is full of medals.

A power switch 44a is connected to the power board 44b of the power device 44. The power switch 44a is turned on when the pachi-slot machine 1 is supplied with necessary power.

The door relay terminal board 54 has a medal sensor 46, a door opening/closing monitor switch 61, a BET switch 62, a settlement switch 63, a start switch 64, a stop switch board 65, a game operation display board 66, a selection switch 67, a decision switch 68 and a sub switch. The relay board 69 is connected. That is, the medal sensor 46, the door opening/closing monitor switch 61, the BET switch 62, the settlement switch 63, the start switch 64, the stop switch board 65, the game operation display board 66, the selection switch 67, the decision switch 68 and the sub relay board 69 are the doors. It is connected to the main control board 41 via a relay terminal board 54.

The medal sensor 46 detects that a medal has passed through a selector (not shown), and outputs the detection result to the main control board 41. The door opening/closing monitoring switch 61 outputs a security signal for notifying the opening/closing of the front door 2b to the outside of the pachi-slot machine 1. The BET switch 62 detects that the player has pressed the MAX bet button 14 and the 1 bet button 15 (see FIG. 2), and outputs the detection result to the main control board 41.

The settlement switch 63 detects that a settlement button (not shown) is pressed by the player, and outputs the detection result to the main control board 41. The start switch 64 detects that the start lever 16 has been operated by the player (start operation), and outputs the detection result to the main control board 41.

The stop switch board 65 is a board that constitutes a circuit for stopping the reel that is rotating and a circuit for displaying the reel that can be stopped by LEDs or the like. The stop switch board 65 is provided with a stop switch. The stop switch detects that the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R have been pressed by the player (stop operation).

The game operation display board 66 displays the number of inserted medals on the 7-segment display 28 when accepting the insertion of medals, when the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R are rotatable and when performing the replay. It is a substrate for making. The 7-segment display 28 and the LED 70 are connected to the game operation display board 66. The LED 70 illuminates, for example, a mark that indicates the start of a game or a mark that performs a replay.

The selection switch 67 detects that the selection button has been pressed by the player, and outputs the detection result to the main control board 41 and the sub relay board 69. The decision switch 68 detects that the decision button has been pressed by the player, and outputs the detection result to the main control board 41 and the sub relay board 69.

The sub relay board 69 relays the wiring connecting the sub control board 42 and the main control board 41. In addition, the sub relay board 69 relays wiring that connects the sub control board 42 and a plurality of boards arranged around the sub control board 42. That is, the sub control board 42, the sound I/O board 71, the LED board 72, the 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74, and the drive control board 78 are electrically connected to the sub relay board 69.

The sub control board 42 is connected to the main control board 41 via a door relay terminal board 54 and a sub relay board 69. The sub control board 42 is electrically connected to the sound I/O board 71, the LED board 72, the 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74, and the drive control board 78 via the sub relay board 69. .

The sound I/O board 71 outputs sound to the speakers 23L and 23R. The LED board 72 causes the LED group 25, which is a specific example of the light source, to emit light according to the effect executed by the control of the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), and displays a blinking pattern.

The 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 stores a history of opening/closing of the front door 2b. Further, the 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 outputs a signal for displaying an error on the liquid crystal display device 11 to the sub control board 42 (sub control circuit 101) when the front door 2b is opened.

The drive control board 78 drives the drive device 200 according to the effect executed by the control of the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5). The drive device 200 is driven and controlled by the drive control board 78 to move a liquid crystal panel (see FIG. 6) of the liquid crystal display device 11 described later.

A ROM cartridge substrate 76 and a liquid crystal relay substrate 77 are connected to the sub control substrate 42. The ROM cartridge board 76 is a board for managing image (video) for presentation, sound, light (LED group 25), driving of the driving device 200, and communication data. The liquid crystal relay board 77 is a board that relays the wiring that connects the sub-control board 42 and the liquid crystal display device 11.

<Main control circuit>
Next, the main control circuit 91 configured by the main control board 41 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of the main control circuit 91 of the pachi-slot machine 1.

As shown in FIG. 4, a main control circuit 91 as a control means has a microcomputer 92 installed on the main control board 41 as a main component and controls the progress of the game. The microcomputer 92 includes a main CPU 93, a main ROM 94 and a main RAM 95.

The main ROM 94 stores a control program executed by the main CPU 93, a data table, data for transmitting various control commands (command signals) to the sub-control circuit 101 described later, and the like. The main RAM 95 is provided with a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination determined by executing the control program.

A clock pulse generation circuit 96, a frequency divider 97, a random number generator 98, and a sampling circuit 99 are connected to the main CPU 93. The clock pulse generation circuit 96 and the frequency divider 97 generate clock pulses. The main CPU 93 executes the control program based on the generated clock pulse. The random number generator 98 generates a random number in a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 65535). The sampling circuit 99 extracts one value from the generated random numbers.

The main CPU 93 counts the number of times a pulse is output to the stepping motor of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R after detecting the reel index. Thereby, the main CPU 93 manages the rotation angle of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R (mainly, how many symbols the reel has rotated).

The reel index is information indicating that the reel has rotated once. This reel index is provided, for example, at a predetermined position of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R with an optical sensor having a light emitting portion and a light receiving portion, and by rotation of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R, the light emitting portion and the light receiving portion. It is detected by a reel position detection unit (not shown) having a detection piece interposed therebetween.

Here, the management of the rotation angle of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R will be specifically described. The number of pulses output to the stepping motor is counted by a pulse counter provided in the main RAM 95. Then, each time the pulse counter counts a predetermined number of times (for example, 16 times) of pulse output required to rotate one symbol, the symbol counter provided in the main RAM 95 is incremented by one. The symbol counter is provided for each reel 3L, 3C, 3R. The value of the symbol counter is cleared when the reel index is detected by the reel position detector (not shown).

That is, in the first embodiment, the symbol counter is managed to manage how many symbols are rotated after the reel index is detected. Therefore, the position of each symbol on each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is detected with reference to the position at which the reel index is detected.

In the first embodiment, basically, the maximum number of sliding pieces is set to four symbols. Therefore, when the left stop button 17L is pressed, the symbol of the left reel 3L in the middle stage of the display window 4 and each symbol within the range up to four symbols ahead can be stopped in the middle stage of the display window 4. It becomes a design.

<Sub control circuit>
Next, the sub control circuit 101 configured by the sub control board 42 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of the sub control circuit 101 of the pachi-slot machine 1.

As shown in FIG. 5, the sub control circuit 101 as the sub control unit is electrically connected to the main control circuit 91, and determines or executes the effect contents based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91. And other peripheral devices such as the liquid crystal display device 11, the driving device 200, the LED group 25, and the speakers 23L and 23R shown in FIG. 3 are controlled. The sub control circuit 101 basically includes a sub CPU 102, a sub RAM 103, a rendering processor 104, a drawing RAM 105, and a driver 106.

The sub CPU 102 responds to a command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) in accordance with a control program stored in the ROM cartridge board 76 to output sound, light, display control of the liquid crystal display device 11, and The drive of the drive device 200 (see FIG. 3) is controlled. The ROM cartridge board 76 basically includes a program storage area and a data storage area.

A control program executed by the sub CPU 102 is stored in the program storage area. For example, in the control program, a main board communication task for controlling communication with the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) and a random number value for effect are extracted, and effect contents (effect data) are determined and registered. The production registration task for is included. Further, a drawing control task for controlling the display of an image by the liquid crystal display device 11 (see FIG. 2) based on the decided effect contents, and a liquid crystal panel of the liquid crystal display device 11 by the drive device 200 (see FIG. 3) (see FIG. 6). Drive control task for controlling the movement of the LED group, a lamp control task for controlling the light output by the light source such as the LED group 25 (see FIG. 3), a voice control task for controlling the sound output by the speakers 23L and 23R, and the like. In this way, the sub CPU 102 functions as an example of a drive control unit that drives and controls the drive device 200.

The data storage area includes a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing effect data constituting each effect content, and a storage area for storing animation data related to image creation. In addition, a storage area for storing sound data regarding BGM and sound effects, a storage area for storing lamp data regarding a pattern of turning on/off light, and the like are included.

The sub RAM 103 is provided with a storage area for registering the determined effect contents and effect data, and a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 91.

The sub CPU 102, the rendering processor 104, the drawing RAM (including a frame buffer) 105, and the driver 106 create an image according to the animation data specified by the effect contents, and display the created image on the liquid crystal display device 11. Further, the sub CPU 102 moves the liquid crystal panel (see FIG. 6) in accordance with the drive data designated by the effect contents.

In addition, the sub CPU 102 causes the speakers 23L and 23R to output sounds such as BGM according to the sound data specified by the effect contents. In addition, the sub CPU 102 controls lighting and extinguishing of the LED group 25 in accordance with the lamp data specified by the effect contents.

<Liquid crystal display device and driving device>
Next, the liquid crystal display device 11 and the driving device 200 will be described. FIG. 6 is a front view of the liquid crystal display device and the driving device of the pachi-slot machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6A shows a state where the third liquid crystal panel is arranged on the back side of the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel, and FIG. 6B shows the third liquid crystal panel which is the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel. It shows a state of being arranged on the same plane as the panel.

[Liquid crystal display]
The liquid crystal display device 11 includes a first liquid crystal panel 111 as a first display unit, a second liquid crystal panel 112 as a second display unit, and a third liquid crystal panel 113 as a third display unit. The first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 are arranged so that the display area 11a is behind the visible area 5 surrounded by the dotted line in FIG.

The first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 have the display area 11a directed to the front surface and are arranged adjacent to each other on substantially the same plane. The first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are separated from each other (state shown in FIG. 6B) or brought close to each other (state shown in FIG. 6A) by the drive device 200 controlled by the sub CPU 102. It can move in any direction.

The third liquid crystal panel 113 is disposed between the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112, and is driven by the driving device 200 which is controlled by the sub CPU 102 to display regions of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112. From the state of being arranged on the back side (opposite side of the front side) of 11a (the state shown in FIG. 6A), the display area 11a is substantially the same as the display areas 11a of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112. It is possible to move to a state of being arranged on the same plane (the state shown in FIG. 6B).

In addition, the first liquid crystal panel 111 has a first special shape portion 111a that is bent or bent at a side edge adjacent to the second liquid crystal panel 112. In addition, the second liquid crystal panel 112 has a second special shape portion 112a having substantially the same shape as the first special shape portion 111a at a side edge adjacent to the first liquid crystal panel 111. In addition, the third liquid crystal panel 113 is provided on the side edge adjacent to the first liquid crystal panel 111 in the state (state shown in FIG. 6B) arranged between the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112. The third special shape portion 113a having a shape to be combined with the first special shape portion 111a is formed, and the fourth special shape portion having a shape to be combined with the second special shape portion 112a is formed on the side edge adjacent to the second liquid crystal panel 112. 113b is formed.

In addition, the first liquid crystal panel 111 is visually recognized on a side edge opposite to the side edge adjacent to the second liquid crystal panel 112 in a state of being close to the second liquid crystal panel 112 (a state shown in FIG. 6A). An auxiliary panel 111b arranged behind the feasible area 5 is provided. Further, the second liquid crystal panel 112 is visually recognized in a state in which the second liquid crystal panel 112 is close to the first liquid crystal panel 111 on the side edge opposite to the side edge adjacent to the first liquid crystal panel 111 (the state shown in FIG. 6A). An auxiliary panel 112b arranged behind the feasible area 5 is provided.

In the liquid crystal display device 11, when the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are close to each other (the state shown in FIG. 6A), these display areas 11a have a square screen (for example, the aspect ratio of the screen is 4:3, the screen resolution becomes a size corresponding to 800×600 pixels), and the third liquid crystal panel 113 is arranged between the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 (see FIG. 6B). In the state shown, these display areas 11a have a size corresponding to a wide screen (for example, the aspect ratio of the screen is 16:9, and the resolution of the screen is 1280×720 pixels).

The visible area 5 is formed to have a size corresponding to a wide screen. Therefore, since the display area 11a in the state where the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are close to each other (the state shown in FIG. 6A) has a size corresponding to a square screen, in the visible area 5, Gaps are formed on both side edges of the display area 11a. However, in the first embodiment, since the auxiliary panel 111b and the auxiliary panel 112b are provided, it is possible to close such a gap, and the player cannot see the inside of the pachi-slot machine 1. Thereby, when the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are brought close to each other, it is possible to prevent the inside of the gaming machine from being seen, and it is possible to prevent the interest of the game from decreasing. Further, by making the inside of the gaming machine invisible, it also serves as a so-called goto countermeasure, and also has the effect of enhancing the security of the gaming machine. In the above description, the screen resolution corresponding to the square screen is 800×600 and the screen resolution corresponding to the wide screen is 1280×720, but the vertical resolution of the screen equivalent to the square screen and the vertical resolution of the screen equivalent to the wide screen are described. Are set to the same resolution (for example, 720 pixels), image data corresponding to a square screen and image data corresponding to a wide screen are created with common image data, and both sides of the screen are displayed in a form corresponding to a square screen and displayed. May be compressed.

[Drive device]
The drive device 200 includes a first drive unit 210, a second drive unit 220, and a plurality of motors 230 (see FIG. 3). The first drive unit 210 includes a pair of first racks 211, a pair of first pinions 212, a pair of second racks 213, a pair of second pinions 214, a pair of first guides 215, and a pair of first racks. 2 guides 216.

The pair of first racks 211 are attached to the upper edge or the lower edge of the first liquid crystal panel 111, respectively, and extend in a direction in which the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are spaced apart from or close to each other. The pair of first pinions 212 are engaged with the pair of first racks 211, respectively, and are rotated by driving the motor 230 (see FIG. 3 ).

The pair of second racks 213 are attached to the upper edge or the lower edge of the second liquid crystal panel 112, respectively, and extend in a direction in which the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are spaced apart from or close to each other. The pair of second pinions 214 are engaged with the pair of second racks 213, respectively, and are rotated by driving the motor 230 (see FIG. 3 ).

The pair of first guides 215 extend in a direction in which the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are separated from or close to each other, are fixed to the front door 2b (see FIG. 2 ), and are attached with the first racks 211, respectively. The upper edge or the lower edge of the first liquid crystal panel 111 is slidably supported.

The pair of second guides 216 extend in a direction in which the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are spaced apart from or close to each other, are fixed to the front door 2b (see FIG. 2 ), and have the second racks 213 attached thereto. The upper edge or the lower edge of the second liquid crystal panel 112 is slidably supported.

FIG. 7 is a sectional view taken along the line AA′ in FIG. As shown in FIG. 7, the second drive part 220 includes a base part 221, a third rack 222, a third pinion 223, and a third guide 224. The base portion 221 is arranged on the back side of the third liquid crystal panel 113 and supports the third liquid crystal panel 113. The third racks 222 are attached to the lower edges of the base 221, and extend in the front and rear directions. The third pinion 223 engages with the third rack 222 and is rotated by driving the motor 230 (see FIG. 3 ). The third guide 224 extends in the front and rear directions, is fixed to the front door 2b, and slidably supports the lower edge of the base portion 221 that supports the third liquid crystal panel 113.

The motor 230 (see FIG. 3) is driven by the drive control board 78 (see FIG. 3) controlled by the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), and the pair of first pinions 212, the pair of second pinions 214 and the second pinion 214. The 3 pinion 223 is rotated in synchronization.

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), which is an example of the drive control means, determines the effect content based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4), and according to the determined effect content, The plurality of motors 230 (see FIG. 3) are rotationally driven in their respective predetermined directions to rotate the pair of first pinions 212, the pair of second pinions 214, and the third pinions 223 in synchronization with each other. The sub-control circuit 101 may drive the motor 230 (see FIG. 3) by the number of steps according to the preset effect contents, or may include photosensors in the first drive unit 210 and the second drive unit 220. When provided, the positions of the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 are detected based on the signal transmitted from the photo sensor, and the motor 230 is driven according to the detected positions. May be. In this way, by moving each liquid crystal panel after the position detection by the photo sensor is taken into consideration, it is possible to prevent the liquid crystal panel from colliding and being damaged during the movement when the drive mechanism has a problem. As a specific example, when the effect of moving the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 from the close position to the separated position and then moving the third liquid crystal panel 113 forward is determined, the engagement of the pinion and the rack is determined. The first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 cannot be moved to the separated position due to a malfunction or one of the motors 230, and the photosensor has the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 in the close position. When this is detected, in order to avoid collision of the liquid crystal panel, control is performed so as not to drive the motor for moving the third liquid crystal panel 113 forward. Further, when such a problem occurs, a message indicating that a trouble has occurred is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11 or a speaker 23L or R outputs a warning sound so that the player or the store clerk will be notified. Therefore, it is desirable that the player does not suffer unexpected damage.

[Drive control]
Next, the operation of the liquid crystal display device 11 by the driving device 200 will be described. For example, in the liquid crystal display device 11, in the initial state, as shown in FIG. 6A, the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are arranged in a state of being close to each other. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) causes the plurality of motors 230 to move in respective predetermined directions in accordance with the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). Drive in rotation. Thereby, the pair of first pinions 212 engaging with the pair of first racks 211, the pair of second pinions 214 engaging with the pair of second racks 213, and the third pinion 223 engaging with the third rack 222 are provided. Rotate synchronously. Then, the first liquid crystal panel 111 to which the pair of first racks 211 are attached is moved in the direction away from the second liquid crystal panel 112, with the upper and lower edges thereof being supported by the pair of first guides 215. In addition, the second liquid crystal panel 112 to which the pair of second racks 213 is attached is supported by the pair of second guides 216 at the upper and lower edges thereof, and moves in a direction away from the first liquid crystal panel 111. Then, the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are separated from each other by a distance wider than the width of the third liquid crystal panel 113. In addition, the third liquid crystal panel 113 supported by the base portion 221 to which the third rack 222 is attached moves from the back surface to the front surface, and the display area 11a displays the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112. It is arranged on substantially the same plane as the region 11a. After that, the sub control circuit 101 rotationally drives the motor 230 that rotates the pair of first pinions 212 and the pair of second pinions 214 in the direction opposite to the respective predetermined directions. Then, the first liquid crystal panel 111 to which the pair of first racks 211 are attached and the second liquid crystal panel 112 to which the pair of second racks 213 are attached move in the direction approaching the third liquid crystal panel 113, respectively. Then, the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 are united into a state shown in FIG. It should be noted that “coalescence” is sufficient as long as they are close enough to give an overall impression. For example, in order to prevent damage to the liquid crystal panels, even if there is a gap between the liquid crystal panels when they come close to each other, they are included in “combination”.

In this way, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) moves the first display means and the second display means in a direction in which they are separated from each other by the first drive means, and moves the third display means by the second drive means to the front side. It functions as an example of a drive control unit that is moved to the first display unit and arranged between the first display unit and the second display unit. Further, the sub-control circuit 101 causes the first drive means to separate the first display means and the second display means so that the distance between them is wider than the width of the third display means, and the second drive means operates the third display means. Drive control for moving the first display means and the second display means in a direction of approaching the third display means by the first drive means after moving to the front side and disposing between the first display means and the second display means It functions as an example of a means.

[Display control]
Next, display control of the liquid crystal display device 11 by the sub control circuit 101 will be described. FIG. 8 is a diagram showing an example of an effect image in the liquid crystal display device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 8A shows a state where the third liquid crystal panel is arranged on the back side of the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel, and FIG. 8B shows the third liquid crystal panel which is the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel. It shows a state of being arranged on the same plane as the panel.

For example, in the liquid crystal display device 11, in the initial state, as shown in FIG. 8A, the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are arranged in a state of being close to each other. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) causes the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel to respond to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). Control is performed to display an effect image having the display area 11a of 112 as one screen on the display area 11a. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 8A, the sub-control circuit 101 uses the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the first liquid crystal panel 111 as the effect images with the display area 11a of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 as one screen. (2) Images in which the character images displayed in the display area 11a of the liquid crystal panel 112 approach each other are displayed in the display area 11a.

Then, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) uses the plurality of motors of the drive device 200 (see FIG. 6) according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). An effect image having the display area 11a of the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 as one screen is displayed in the display area 11a at the timing of driving the 230 to rotate in respective predetermined directions. Control. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 8B, the sub-control circuit 101 uses the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 as the display image 11a of the display area 11a as one screen. Different character images are displayed in the display areas 11a of the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 113, respectively. Thereby, the character images displayed on the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are separated from each other along with the liquid crystal panel, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 displaying another character image is inserted from the back side between them. As a result, it is possible to improve the performance as compared with the case where an image is displayed on one liquid crystal panel. In this way, the sub-control circuit 101 can improve the performance by controlling the performance in which the display control of the liquid crystal display device 11 and the drive control of the drive device 200 are associated with each other.

In addition, as an execution example of a series of effects including FIGS. 8A and 8B, a character image is displayed as shown in FIG. 8A when the start lever 16 is operated, and the stop switches 17L, 17C, and 17R are operated. In response to the operation, the characters approach each other, and it is a bonus notification if the two stick together, and if the character displayed on the third liquid crystal panel 113 interferes with the character as shown in FIG. An example is notification. In addition, the character of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 makes an action such that the character of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 pushes back the third liquid crystal panel 113 once, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 is housed in the back. It is also possible to provide a so-called revival pattern that provides a hit notification to increase the unexpectedness. Further, not only the bonus notification, but also the bonus or ART winning or the expectation degree of the precursor, the small winning combination notification or suggestion, and the advantage degree of the gaming state may be suggested. Further, in addition to the start lever 16 and the stop switches 17L, 17C, 17R, when the bet operation is performed by the MAXBET button 14, or when the MAXBET button 14 is used as a production operation means other than during the bet operation, the button is used as a production operation. The above effect may be executed based on the operation of, and the interest of the game may be enhanced by linking the operation with the effect by the display device. At this time, by taking advantage of the fact that the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 have a driving means, when the production progresses, an operation production such as slightly moving each liquid crystal panel left and right in the close proximity mode can be performed. , It is also possible to enhance the effect of production. Further, only one of the liquid crystal panels may be moved to the left or right at a position where it is not separated as much as in FIG. 8B, and in this case, if the liquid crystal panel on the right side moves from the left, the expectation level is further increased. If the game is associated with, the interest in the game will increase. In addition, as shown in FIG. 8A, the first separated position slightly separated, the second separated position further separated, the third separated position completely separated as shown in FIG. 8B, or the like. The position may be set stepwise for each panel, and step-up effects of the separation distance may be performed. Further, in the above example, the notification of the loss is made when the third liquid crystal panel 113 appears, but the appearance of the third liquid crystal panel may conversely notify the player of an advantageous state. .. In this case, if a tilting operation as to whether the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are separated, and a tilting operation as to whether the third liquid crystal panel 113 is moved forward after the separation are included in the effect, the display device is further improved. The interest of the production by the action of is increased. Although not shown in FIG. 8, the success expectation level of the effect may be suggested in the background of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 during the effect. For example, there is a day background and a night background, and the night background has a higher expectation of success.

9 and 10 are diagrams showing an example of an effect image in the liquid crystal display device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 9, it corresponds to a region where the third liquid crystal panel 113 appears later (a region defined by the third special shape part 113a and the fourth special shape part 113b indicated by the dotted line in FIG. 6A). In the display areas of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112, an image suggesting the effect displayed on the third liquid crystal panel 113 may be displayed. In the example shown in FIG. 9, between the boy character on the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the girl character on the second liquid crystal panel 112, a silhouette image of another character that appears later on the third liquid crystal panel 113 is displayed. Then, by moving each liquid crystal panel and changing to the state shown in FIG. 8B, another character that was silhouette-displayed will appear together with the third liquid crystal panel, and a plurality of liquid crystal screens were used. The interest of the production can be enhanced. Further, as shown in FIG. 10, when the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are made of transmissive liquid crystal, the third liquid crystal panel is used as the background of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 in the proximity state. The display of 113 can also be used. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 10, a display where the back surface of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 can be visually recognized is displayed between the boy character of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the girl character of the second liquid crystal panel 112. As a state, a character image, a background image or the like is displayed on the third liquid crystal panel 113 on the back side thereof (for example, another character's eyes shine through the gap between the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112). It is also possible to display such an image). In this case, the player can simultaneously see the display of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 on the front side and the third liquid crystal panel 113 on the back side. When used in this way, it is possible to display images with a depth by making use of the structure in which the liquid crystal panel is doubled in the front-rear direction, and it is possible to enhance the enjoyment of the production.

In this way, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) renders the display areas of the first display unit and the second display unit as one screen when the first display unit and the second display unit are close to each other. When the display control of the image is performed and the third display means is arranged between the first display means and the second display means, the display areas of the first display means, the second display means and the third display means are displayed on one screen. And functions as an example of a display control unit that controls the display of the effect image.

FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of an effect image in the liquid crystal display device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) performs display control in which, in a plurality of liquid crystal panels as display means, effect images that straddle the plurality of liquid crystal panels and effect images that are completed by one liquid crystal panel are mixed. .. In this case, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) has a branch area in the liquid crystal panel that serves as a branch to display an effect image across a plurality of liquid crystal panels or an effect image completed by one liquid crystal panel. Display control of 11a' is performed. The sub-control circuit 101 sets the branch region 11a' along, for example, a predetermined side in a specially shaped portion having a bent or bent shape. The sub control circuit 101 may set the branch area 11a' only in one liquid crystal panel, or may set it over a plurality of liquid crystal panels. In this way, by displaying the image along the predetermined side of the special shape part, it is possible to make use of the fun of the panel shape, and it is possible to make an effect that can not be achieved with the conventional liquid crystal panel without a bent part. Next, the interest of the game can be enhanced.

Specifically, in the example shown in FIG. 11, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) displays a character image for launching fireworks on the first liquid crystal panel 111, and displays the character image on a predetermined side of the first special shape portion 111a. Along the line, an image showing an obstacle is displayed and controlled as the branch area 11a'. Then, the sub control circuit 101 controls the display of the image in which the character launches the fireworks ball toward the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the branch area 11a′ is set in the path of the image of the launched fireworks ball. If not, a fireworks ball reaches the second liquid crystal panel 112 as an effect image that straddles a plurality of liquid crystal panels, and an image that becomes fireworks is displayed and controlled. On the other hand, when the branch area 11a' is set in the path of the image of the fireworks ball that has been launched, the sub control circuit 101 displays an image showing an obstacle as an effect image completed by one liquid crystal panel. In the branched area 11a′, the image of this firework ball is controlled to be displayed in the first liquid crystal panel 111. As a result, even if there are a plurality of liquid crystal panels, it is possible to combine the effect in which the effect image is completed on one liquid crystal panel and the effect in which the effect image is spread over the plurality of liquid crystal panels, and thus the variety of effects is increased. Can be improved.

FIG. 12 is a diagram showing an example of an effect image in the liquid crystal display device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. In the example shown in FIG. 11, images showing obstacles are displayed in the upper, middle, and lower three cylinders, but as shown in FIG. 12, any one (middle in the example shown in FIG. 12) or two is displayed. May be displayed. This production is successful if the fireworks balls that have been launched reach the liquid crystal panel 112 without being repelled by obstacles and become fireworks. The degree of expectation can also be suggested by the display pattern of the image showing the obstacle. Here, as shown in FIG. 11, the size of the branch region 11a' is determined according to the length of the side of the special shape portion in the liquid crystal panel, and the upper and lower branch regions 11a' are vertically arranged. It is long and the middle branch region 11a' is vertically short. Therefore, an image (long) showing an obstacle is displayed in the upper and lower parts, and an image (short) showing an obstacle is displayed in the middle part. For example, when images showing all three obstacles are displayed, the expected success frequency is low, and when two images (long) showing obstacles are displayed, the expected success degree is low, images showing obstacles. If there is one (long) image and one image (short) showing an obstacle, the success expectation is medium. If there is only one image (long) showing an obstacle, high success expectation and an obstacle are shown. If there is only one image (short), the degree of expectation of success is extremely high, and if there is no image showing an obstacle at all, it is possible to provide a variety of effects such as confirmation of success and the degree of expectation. In this case, the image that matches the size of the special shape part on the LCD panel affects the degree of expectation, so that the player pays attention to the special shape part when the effect occurs, and the novel shape that takes advantage of the unprecedented shape is used. The effect of anticipation is enhanced. In addition, this has the effect of increasing the enjoyment of the game.

FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of an effect image in the liquid crystal display device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. In addition, in one liquid crystal panel having a special shape portion, a dividing line is displayed on an extension line of one side of the special shape portion, and the display area is divided into a first area and a second area by the dividing line. The second area and the second area may display different images that are related to the image displayed on another liquid crystal panel. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 13, a boy character launching fireworks is displayed on the first liquid crystal panel 111, and a delimiter line 11b′ is displayed on the extension line of one side of the second special shape portion 112a on the second liquid crystal panel 112. The display area 11a is divided into a first area (upper part in FIG. 13) and a second area (lower part in FIG. 13) by the dividing line 11b′, and the boy character displayed on the first liquid crystal panel 111 in the first area. An image of fireworks launched by is displayed, and a girl character watching the boy character is displayed in the second area. In this way, by displaying the dividing line between the first area and the second area on the extension line of one side of the special shape portion, the shape of the liquid crystal panel and the display mode are related to each other, and a novel effect can be performed. .. Further, when a plurality of types of images are displayed on one liquid crystal panel, the division display of the images is adapted to the shape of the liquid crystal panel, so that a novel impression can be produced.

The sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) may control the display of one character image across a plurality of liquid crystal panels. In addition, the sub-control circuit 101 may, for example, produce an effect image displayed on a certain liquid crystal panel such that a character displayed on the first liquid crystal panel 111 jumps to the second liquid crystal panel 112 or the third liquid crystal panel 113. You may perform the display control which spreads to the effect image displayed on the liquid crystal panel. When the sub-control circuit 101 controls the display of different characters on a certain liquid crystal panel and another liquid crystal panel, the sub-control circuit 101 bends or bends the special shape along the special shape portion serving as a boundary between these liquid crystal panels. By controlling the display of production images that match the parts (for example, meandering rivers, bent columns, etc.), it is possible to create a variety of expressions compared to the case where different characters are separated by linear production images. , The performance is improved. In addition, the sub-control circuit 101 controls the display of an effect image in which a character floats up from the water on the third liquid crystal panel 113, or controls the display of the third liquid crystal in accordance with the timing of controlling the movement of the third liquid crystal panel 113 from the back surface to the front surface. By physically controlling not only the image effect but also the image effect by displaying the effect image in which the character falls into the hole on the third liquid crystal panel 113 in accordance with the timing of controlling the movement of the panel 113 from the front surface to the rear surface. Therefore, the realism of the production is improved and the production effect is improved. Further, the sub-control circuit 101 may not only complete the various effects described above in one game, but may also complete the various effects described above over a plurality of games. In this way, the sub control circuit 101 can display-control the effect images in various modes on the plurality of liquid crystal panels.

FIG. 14 is a diagram showing another example 1 of the liquid crystal display device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. The liquid crystal display device 11 according to the other example 1 emphasizes the bent or bent shape of the special shaped portion (for example, the first special shaped portion 111a and the second special shaped portion 112a in the example shown in FIG. 14). The emphasis section (for example, the first emphasis section 111c and the second emphasis section 112c in the example shown in FIG. 14) is provided. The emphasized portion is formed of, for example, a coating material (preferably a prominent color such as a fluorescent color) applied along the special shape portion, a protrusion, or the like. Further, the emphasizing section may be further provided with a light emitting section (for example, the first light emitting section 111d and the second light emitting section 112d in the example shown in FIG. 14) in which the LED 25 (see FIG. 3) is embedded. When the liquid crystal display device 11 is provided with such a light emitting unit, the sub-control circuit 101 causes the light emitting unit to emit light in accordance with the movement control of the liquid crystal display device 11, and further emphasizes the moving light emitting unit. Display of (for example, effect light emission) on the liquid crystal panel (for example, the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 in the example shown in FIG. 14) may be controlled. This makes it possible to emphasize the shape of the special shape portion and deepen the impression of the player. The emphasizing portion may have a frame shape and also serve as a protection member when the liquid crystal panels approach each other. In addition, when the light emitting unit is provided, the wiring is held on the side surface of the emphasizing unit, the back surface of the frame-shaped emphasizing unit, or the like so that the wiring to the light emitting unit does not shade the display of the liquid crystal panel. It is possible to suppress a reduction in the visibility of the liquid crystal effect due to the wiring.

FIG. 15 is a diagram showing another example 2 of the liquid crystal display device according to the first embodiment of the present invention. In the liquid crystal display device 11 of the second example, the shape of the special shape portion (for example, the first special shape portion 111a and the second special shape portion 112a in the example shown in FIG. 15) has a predetermined motif (for example, shown in FIG. 15). In the example, a lightning bolt) is formed. The sub-control circuit 101 controls the display of an effect image according to the shape of the special shape portion in the liquid crystal display device 11. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 15, the sub-control circuit 101 moves an image having a relatively high brightness on the third liquid crystal panel 113 as the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 move in a direction in which they are separated from each other. By controlling the display, this relatively high-brightness image is framed by the first special shape portion 111a and the second special shape portion 112a that imitate the shape of the lightning bolt, and a lightning effect can be achieved. Accordingly, by combining the shape of the special shape portion of the liquid crystal panel arranged on the front side and the effect image displayed on the liquid crystal panel arranged on the back side, it is possible to produce a new effect.

<A game machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the first embodiment>
The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the first embodiment. FIG. 16 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the first embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 16, the pachinko machine 1 ′ according to the modified example of the first embodiment can be moved by the drive device 200 in a direction in which the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are separated from or brought close to each other. , A liquid crystal display device 11 that can be arranged between the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 by moving the third liquid crystal panel 113 from the back side to the front side of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112. Equipped with. The gaming machine (pachinko) is provided with a center accessory (not shown) at approximately the center of the game area in which the game medium (game ball) flows down, and the liquid crystal display device 11 is visible through the opening of the center accessory. Has become. Further, it is desirable that the game board through which the game medium flows down is made of transparent resin, and the liquid crystal display device 11 is arranged on the rear surface side of the game board. In this case, even if each liquid crystal panel is moved within a range exceeding the size of the opening of the center accessory, a part of the liquid crystal display device 11 can be seen by the player through the transparent game board. It is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of performing a moving effect of the display unit according to the present invention at a large moving distance and capable of a powerful moving effect. It should be noted that not only the entire game board is made of resin, but also a wooden game board is partially adopted, and in order to ensure visibility only for the part related to the movement of the liquid crystal panel, a transparent resin plate-shaped part is used. The same effect can be obtained even if the game board is combined with the game board. Further, as a modification, the outer peripheral shapes of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 may be shaped (curved shape or the like) in conformity with the shape of the opening of the center accessory to enhance the decorative effect of the gaming machine. .. Furthermore, a movable decorative body for performance may be provided, and by moving the movable decorative body when moving the liquid crystal panel, the interest of the performance may be enhanced. In this case, an effect of displaying an image related to the movable decorative body on the liquid crystal panel or an effect of combining the liquid crystal panel and the movable decorative body to form a predetermined shape may be provided.

FIG. 17 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a main control circuit and a sub control circuit of a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the first embodiment of the present invention. In the pachinko machine 1', a main control unit 30 as a control means for controlling the progress of the game includes a main CPU 31 and the like, and in the main control unit 30, a special symbol display device 310, a normal symbol display device 311, a special symbol reservation display Device 312, normal symbol hold display device 313, count sensor 314, general winning ball sensor 315, passing ball sensor 316, starting winning ball sensor 317, ordinary electric accessory solenoid 318, special winning opening solenoid 319, backup clear switch 320, payout The firing control circuit 500, the payout device 510, the firing device 520, etc. are connected. Further, in the pachinko machine 1′, the sub control unit 80 to which a command is transmitted from the main control unit 30 includes the sub CPU 81, the program ROM 82, the work RAM 83, the display control circuit 410, the sound control circuit 420, the LED control circuit 430, and the drive control circuit. 440 and the like. The liquid crystal display device 11 is connected to the display control circuit 410. The motor 230 of the drive device 200 is connected to the drive control circuit 440.

The sub-control unit 80 controls the first liquid crystal panel 111 (see FIG. 16) and the second liquid crystal panel 112 (see FIG. 16) to each other under the control of the drive device 200 similar to the above-described sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5). The third liquid crystal panel 113 (see FIG. 16) is moved from the back surface side to the front surface side of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 to move the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 111 together. It is arranged between the liquid crystal panels 112.

Further, the sub-control unit 80 controls the first liquid crystal panel 111 (see FIG. 16) and the second liquid crystal panel 112 (see FIG. 16) to be close to each other by the same control as that of the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5). In the state, the effect image having the display areas of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 as one screen is controlled to be displayed, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 ( (See FIG. 16) is arranged, display control of the effect image with the display areas of the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112 and the third liquid crystal panel 113 as one screen is performed.

According to 1st Embodiment, there exist the following effects. According to the pachi-slot machine 1 or the pachinko machine 1′, the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are moved from the state where the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are brought close to each other to display the effect image. It is possible to enlarge the screen and display the effect image on the enlarged screen by arranging the third liquid crystal panel 113 between them so as to be separated from each other. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying an impressive effect image.

Further, according to the pachi-slot machine 1 or the pachinko machine 1′, the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are once separated from each other by a distance wider than the width of the third liquid crystal panel 113, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 is moved to the first liquid crystal panel 113. After being arranged between the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112, it is possible to move the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 in the direction of approaching the third liquid crystal panel 113. Therefore, in the operation of expanding from the screen composed of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 to the screen composed of the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112 and the third liquid crystal panel 113, a reservoir for the operation is provided. It becomes possible to attract the player's consciousness to the effect image. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.

Further, according to the pachi-slot machine 1 or the pachinko machine 1′, a screen composed of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 to a screen composed of the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112 and the third liquid crystal panel 113. In the operation of enlarging, the first special shape portion 111a and the second special shape portion 112a combined with each other can be separated from each other as the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are separated from each other. Become. Then, after that, with the operation of disposing the third liquid crystal panel 113 between the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112, the first special shape portion 111a and the third special shape portion 113a are combined, A special combination of the special shape portion 112a and the fourth special shape portion 113b is possible. Therefore, the impression that the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are separated and the impression that the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 are united with each other are improved. It is possible to attract the player's consciousness. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.

It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments and modified examples. For example, in the first embodiment, the display area 11a in a state where the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are close to each other has a size corresponding to a square screen, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 has the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the first liquid crystal panel 111. The display area 11a arranged between the two liquid crystal panels 112 has a size corresponding to a wide screen. However, in the present invention, the sizes of the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 may be arbitrary. For example, the display area 11a in the state where the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are close to each other may have a size corresponding to a wide screen. In this case, the auxiliary panel 111b and the auxiliary panel 112b can be omitted.

In the first embodiment, the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 have the first special shape portion 111a, the second special shape portion 112a, the third special shape portion 113a, and the fourth special shape portion 113a. The side edges other than the side edges on which the specially-shaped portion 113b is formed are linear, but the present invention is not limited to this, and these side edges may have any shape.

In addition, in the first embodiment, a pair of first racks 211 is attached to the upper and lower edges of the first liquid crystal panel 111, and a pair of second racks 213 is attached to the upper and lower edges of the second liquid crystal panel 112. Although the driving force is applied to each, the driving force is not limited to this, and the driving force may be applied to only one of the upper edge and the lower edge of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112. Further, the driving device 200 may have any configuration as long as it can move the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 113.

(Second embodiment)
<Function flow of pachi-slot machine>
A pachi-slot machine, which is a gaming machine showing a second embodiment of the present invention, will be described. In the following description of the second embodiment, the description of the same configuration as the first embodiment will be omitted. First, with reference to FIG. 18, a functional flow according to the second embodiment of the gaming machine will be described. The functional flow according to the second embodiment is performed in a series of flows by displaying an image performed by an image display device such as a liquid crystal display device or a lateral liquid crystal display device, driving the lateral liquid crystal display device by a driving device, and various lamps. It is different from the functional flow according to the first embodiment (see FIG. 1) in that various effects are performed by using light output, sound output by a speaker, or a combination thereof.

<Structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, the external structure of the pachi-slot machine according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. The pachi-slot machine 1A of the second embodiment includes a liquid crystal display device 11A, a side liquid crystal display device 12 and a drive device 200A which are different from the liquid crystal display device 11 and the drive device 200 (see FIG. 2) of the first embodiment.

[Appearance structure]
FIG. 19 is a perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine 1A. As shown in FIG. 19, in the pachi-slot machine 1A, the liquid crystal display device 11A has, for example, a game in a first display area 11a formed on the front side (the front side of the pachi-slot machine 1A and the surface facing the player). It is attached to the upper part of the door body 9 of the front door 2b so as to display an image related to the above-mentioned production and information about the game. The liquid crystal display device 11</b>A can display the game table information such as the customization of the game machine and the game history, in addition to executing the effect by displaying the image. Further, the hall menu is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11A in accordance with the operation of the manager of the game arcade. In this case, the liquid crystal display device 11A can be configured with a touch panel, and buttons and the like that can be operated by the administrator can be displayed in the hall menu.

The side surface liquid crystal display devices 12 are provided in a pair, and in a direction different from the first display region 11a formed on the front surface side (the front surface side of the pachi-slot machine 1A and the surface facing the player) (for example, the front surface rear surface direction). In the second display area 12a directed in the direction (orthogonal to), an image relating to the effect on the game and information regarding the game are displayed. In addition, the pair of side surface liquid crystal display devices 12 are near side edges (for example, left and right side edges when viewed from the front side) of the liquid crystal display device 11A, which are on the front side of the door body 9 of the front door 2b. They are attached near the edges.

A side face liquid crystal display device opening 2d through which the side face liquid crystal display device 12 is inserted is formed near the front side edge of the front door 2b. Then, as will be described later in detail, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is inserted into the side surface liquid crystal display device opening 2d from a state of being accommodated in the front door 2b by a drive device 200A provided inside the front door 2b. Then, the second display area 12a projects outward from the front door 2b from a side edge (for example, a front side edge) in a predetermined direction. The second display areas 12a of the pair of side surface liquid crystal display devices 12 are arranged so as to face each other across the first display area 11a in a state of protruding to the outside of the front door 2b, and on the front side of the front door 2b. It is visible to the player who is playing the game. Further, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 can display the game console information such as the customization of the game machine and the game history, in addition to executing the effect by displaying the image. A hall menu is displayed on the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 in accordance with an operation of the manager of the game arcade. In this case, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is configured by a touch panel, and buttons and the like that can be operated by the administrator can be displayed in the hall menu. At least a part of the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 may be housed in the front door 2b. For example, in the state where the side liquid crystal display device 12 is housed in the front door 2b, a part of the tip portion thereof protrudes from the front door 2b. May be.

The stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are adapted to be used when performing an operation relating to information displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11A or the side surface liquid crystal display device 12, and for example, the liquid crystal display device 11A or the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is used. It is used when performing a selection operation on the display screen. Hereinafter, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are referred to as the left stop button 17L, the middle stop button 17C, and the right stop button 17R, respectively.

The select button and the enter button are used when performing various operations on the display screens of the liquid crystal display device 11A and the side liquid crystal display device 12.

<Electrical structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, the electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1A will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 20 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1A.

The 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 stores a history of opening/closing of the front door 2b. Further, the 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 outputs a signal for displaying an error on the liquid crystal display device 11A to the sub control board 42 (sub control circuit 101) when the front door 2b is opened.

The drive control board 78 drives the drive device 200A according to the effect executed by the control of the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5). The drive device 200A is driven and controlled by the drive control board 78 to move the lateral liquid crystal display device 12, which will be described later.

A ROM cartridge substrate 76 and a liquid crystal relay substrate 77 are connected to the sub control substrate 42. The ROM cartridge board 76 is a board for managing image (video) for production, sound, light (LED group 25), driving of the driving device 200A, and communication data. The liquid crystal relay board 77 is a board that relays wirings that connect the sub-control board 42 to the liquid crystal display device 11A and the side surface liquid crystal display device 12.

<Main control circuit>
The main control circuit 91 configured by the main control board 41 is similar to that of the first embodiment shown in FIG.

<Sub control circuit>
Next, with respect to the sub control circuit 101 configured by the sub control board 42, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

The sub-control circuit 101 as a sub-control unit is electrically connected to the main control circuit 91, performs processing such as determination and execution of effect contents based on a command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91, The peripheral devices such as the liquid crystal display device 11A, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12, the driving device 200A, the LED group 25, and the speakers 23L and 23R shown in FIG. 20 are controlled. The sub control circuit 101 basically includes a sub CPU 102, a sub RAM 103, a rendering processor 104, a drawing RAM 105, and a driver 106.

The sub CPU 102 responds to a command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) according to a control program stored in the ROM cartridge board 76, and outputs sound, light, the liquid crystal display device 11A, and the side liquid crystal display. The display control of the device 12 and the drive of the motor 250 (see FIG. 20) of the drive device 200A are controlled. The ROM cartridge board 76 basically includes a program storage area and a data storage area.

A control program executed by the sub CPU 102 is stored in the program storage area. For example, in the control program, a main board communication task for controlling communication with the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) and a random number value for effect are extracted, and effect contents (effect data) are determined and registered. The production registration task for is included. Further, a drawing control task for controlling the display of images by the liquid crystal display device 11A and the side liquid crystal display device 12 (see FIG. 19) based on the decided effect contents, and the side liquid crystal display device 12 by the drive device 200A (see FIG. 20). A drive control task for controlling movement, a lamp control task for controlling light output by a light source such as the LED group 25 (see FIG. 20), a voice control task for controlling sound output by the speakers 23L and 23R, and the like are included. In this way, the sub control circuit 101 functions as an example of a drive control unit that drives and controls the drive device 200A.

The data storage area includes a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing effect data constituting each effect content, and a storage area for storing animation data related to image creation. In addition, a storage area for storing sound data regarding BGM and sound effects, a storage area for storing lamp data regarding a pattern of turning on/off light, and the like are included.

The sub RAM 103 is provided with a storage area for registering the determined effect contents and effect data, and a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 91.

The sub CPU 102, the rendering processor 104, the drawing RAM (including a frame buffer) 105, and the driver 106 create a video according to the animation data specified by the effect contents, and display the created video on the liquid crystal display device 11A. Further, the sub CPU 102 moves the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 (see FIG. 19) according to the drive data designated by the effect contents.

In addition, the sub CPU 102 causes the speakers 23L and 23R to output sounds such as BGM according to the sound data specified by the effect contents. In addition, the sub CPU 102 controls lighting and extinguishing of the LED group 25 in accordance with the lamp data specified by the effect contents.

<Side-side liquid crystal display device and driving device>
Next, the lateral liquid crystal display device 12 and the driving device 200A will be described. 21 and 22 are diagrams illustrating a side surface liquid crystal display device and a driving device of a pachi-slot machine according to a second embodiment of the present invention. 21 and 22 are side views of a side liquid crystal display device and a driving device of a pachi-slot machine according to a second embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 21 shows a state in which the side liquid crystal display device is housed inside the front door 2b. FIG. 22 shows a state in which the side surface liquid crystal display device projects to the outside of the front door 2b.

[Side LCD device]
The side surface liquid crystal display device 12 has a second display region oriented in a direction different from that of the first display region 11a of the liquid crystal display device 11A (for example, a direction orthogonal to the front side to which the first display region 11a is oriented). An effect image in the game can be displayed on 12a. Such a side surface liquid crystal display device 12 functions as an example of second display means capable of displaying an effect image in a game in a second display area oriented in a direction different from the first display area of the first display means. ..

The side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is accommodated in the front door 2b shown in FIG. 21, and is driven by the drive device 200A from the side surface liquid crystal display device opening 2d of the front door 2b to a predetermined direction in the second display area 12a. From the side edge (for example, the side edge on the front surface side) side, it projects outward of the front door 2b, and the state shown in FIG. 22 is obtained.

Further, a side edge 12b (for example, a front side edge) of the side surface liquid crystal display apparatus 12 in a predetermined direction is formed with a side surface liquid crystal display apparatus opening 2d at a position where the side surface liquid crystal display apparatus 12 projects in the front door 2b. The shape is formed along the outer surface of the cut portion.

Further, in the side surface liquid crystal display device 12, a portion projecting outward of the front door 2b is covered with a protection member 121 as a protection means formed of a translucent material (for example, acrylic resin or polycarbonate). There is. In the second embodiment, the protection member covers the side surface liquid crystal display device 12, but the invention is not limited to this, and the protection member may be directly attached to the front door 2b.

[Drive device]
The drive device 200A is provided inside the front door 2b for the pair of side surface liquid crystal display devices 12 and covers the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 covered by the protection member 121 from inside the front door 2b to outside the front door 2b. And is housed in the front door 2b from outside the front door 2b. The drive device 200A includes a base portion 210, a pair of racks 220, a pair of pinions 230, a pair of guides 240, and a pair of motors 250 (see FIG. 20). In addition, in 2nd Embodiment, although the motor 250 which comprises 200 A of drive devices was demonstrated as a pair, it is not restricted to this, for example, a motor is provided only in the lower pinion 230, and the upper pinion 230 and the lower pinion 230 are provided. The number of motors may be reduced and cost may be reduced by providing a connecting mechanism that operates 230 in conjunction.

The base portion 210 is arranged on the back side of the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 and supports the side surface liquid crystal display device 12.

The pair of racks 220 are attached to the upper edge or the lower edge of the base portion 210, respectively, and extend in the direction in which the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 moves in and out of the front door 2b (front and rear direction). The pair of pinions 230 are engaged with the pair of racks 220, respectively, and are rotated by driving a motor 250 (see FIG. 20).

The pair of guides 240 extend in the direction in which the lateral liquid crystal display device 12 moves in and out of the front door 2b (front and rear direction), are fixed to the front door 2b, and are covered by the protection member 121. An upper edge or a lower edge is slidably supported.

The motor 250 (see FIG. 20) is driven by the drive control board 78 (see FIG. 20) controlled by the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) to rotate the pair of pinions 230 in synchronization.

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), which is an example of the drive control means, determines the effect content based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4), and according to the determined effect content, A plurality of motors 250 (see FIG. 20) are rotationally driven in their respective predetermined directions to rotate the pair of pinions 230 in synchronization. It should be noted that the sub-control circuit 101 may drive the motor 250 (see FIG. 20) by the number of steps corresponding to the preset contents of effect, or if a photo sensor is provided, the sub sensor circuit 101 detects the photo sensor. The position of the lateral liquid crystal display device 12 may be detected based on the input signal, and the motor 250 may be driven according to the detected position.

[Drive control]
Next, the operation of the lateral liquid crystal display device 12 by the driving device 200A will be described. For example, in the initial state, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is arranged so as to be housed in the front door 2b as shown in FIG. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) causes the plurality of motors 250 to move in respective predetermined directions in accordance with the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). Drive in rotation. As a result, the pair of pinions 230 that engage with the pair of racks 220 rotate in synchronization. Then, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 supported by the base portion 210 to which the pair of racks 220 are mounted and covered by the protection member 121 is supported by the pair of guides 240 at the upper and lower edges thereof, while the side edges 12b. It projects from the side to the outside of the front door 2b, and becomes the state shown in FIG.

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) may move the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 in and out of the front door 2b in synchronization with the pair of side surface liquid crystal display devices 12 by the drive device 200A. Accordingly, only one of the side surface liquid crystal display devices 12 may be moved in and out of the front door 2b.

In this way, the drive device 200A functions as an example of a drive unit that causes the second display unit housed in the gaming machine to project to the outside of the gaming machine from the side edge side of the second display area in the predetermined direction. In addition, the drive device 200A functions as an example of a drive unit that causes the protection unit, together with the display unit, to project from the inside of the game machine to the outside of the game machine and to be housed in the game machine from the outside of the game machine.

Here, in recent years, a smoking board may be provided between game machines in a game arcade. Also, for example, when an error or the like occurs in the gaming machine, the administrator may insert the door key into the front door 2b to unlock the front door 2b. At this time, if the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 projects from the front door 2b, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 may come into contact with the smoke separation board. Therefore, for example, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) does not open the front door 2b when the door key is inserted into the front door 2b with the side liquid crystal display device 12 protruding from the front door 2b. It is also possible to perform control for issuing a warning (for example, sound generation, light emission, image display, etc.). Further, in this case, the sub-control circuit 101 may perform movement control so that the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is housed inside the front door 2b. In addition, the pachi-slot machine 1A locks the front door 2b to the cabinet 2a when the side liquid crystal display device 12 is projected from the front door 2b by the control of the sub-control circuit 101, separately from the locking mechanism that can be unlocked by the door key. A locking mechanism may be provided. Such a lock mechanism may unlock the lock when the side liquid crystal display device 12 is housed in the front door 2b under the control of the sub control circuit 101. With the above configuration, it is possible to prevent the front door 2b from being opened while the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is protruding, and thus, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is provided with a smoke separating board or a game installed next to it. Prevents collision with the aircraft and damage.

[Display control]
Next, display control of the lateral liquid crystal display device 12 by the sub control circuit 101 will be described. The sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) controls the plurality of motors 250 of the drive device 200A (see FIG. 21) according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). At the timing of rotationally driving in each of the predetermined directions, control is performed to display the effect image in the second display area 12a of the side surface liquid crystal display device 12.

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) may display effect images of the same content in the second display areas 12a of the pair of side surface liquid crystal display devices 12 according to effect contents, or display effect images different from each other. They may be displayed, or effect images associated with each other may be displayed. The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) is associated with the effect image displayed in the second display area 12a of the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 in the first display area 11a of the liquid crystal display device 11A according to the effect content. The effect image may be displayed, or the effect image having the second display area 12a and the first display area 11a as one screen may be displayed in the second display area 12a and the first display area 11a. Further, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) may display individual effect images in the second display area 12a and the first display area 11a according to the effect contents.

Thus, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) functions as an example of a display control unit that controls the display of the first display unit and the second display unit.

<A game machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the second embodiment>
The present invention is also applicable to a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the second embodiment. FIG. 23 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the second embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 23, a pachinko machine 1A′ according to a modified example of the second embodiment has a first display area formed on the front surface side (the front surface side of the pachinko machine 1A′ and the surface facing the player). In addition to the liquid crystal display device 11A having 11a, the liquid crystal display device 12 is provided with a side surface liquid crystal display device 12 that is protruded to the outside of the game machine frame body from a state of being accommodated in the game machine frame body by the drive device 200A. The side surface liquid crystal display devices 12 are provided in a pair, and in the game, a second display region 12a directed in a direction different from the first display region 11a of the liquid crystal display device 11A (for example, a direction orthogonal to the front and back directions). The image related to the effect and the information about the game are displayed.

FIG. 24 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a main control circuit and a sub control circuit of a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the second embodiment of the present invention. In the pachinko machine 1A', a main control unit 30 as a control means for controlling the progress of the game includes a main CPU 31 and the like, and in the main control unit 30, a special symbol display device 310, a normal symbol display device 311, a special symbol reservation display Device 312, normal symbol hold display device 313, count sensor 314, general winning ball sensor 315, passing ball sensor 316, starting winning ball sensor 317, ordinary electric accessory solenoid 318, special winning opening solenoid 319, backup clear switch 320, payout The firing control circuit 500, the payout device 510, the firing device 520, etc. are connected. Further, in the pachinko machine 1A′, the sub control unit 80 to which a command is transmitted from the main control unit 30 has a sub CPU 81, a program ROM 82, a work RAM 83, a display control circuit 410, a voice control circuit 420, an LED control circuit 430, a drive control circuit. 440 and the like. The liquid crystal display device 11A and the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 are connected to the display control circuit 410. The motor 250 of the drive device 200A is connected to the drive control circuit 440.

The sub-control unit 80 is controlled by the same drive device 200A as the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) described above, from the state where the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 (see FIG. 23) is housed in the gaming machine frame, to the game. It is projected outside the machine frame.

Further, the sub-control unit 80 controls the display of the effect image in the game on the second display area 12a (see FIG. 23) of the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 by the same control as the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) described above. To do.

According to the second embodiment, the following operational effects are obtained. According to the pachi-slot machine 1A or the pachinko machine 1A′, the second display is provided separately from the liquid crystal display device 11A in which the first display area 11a is directed to the front side, and is directed in a direction different from that of the first display area 11a. In the area 12a, the side liquid crystal display device 12 capable of displaying the effect image in the game can be projected from the side edge side in the predetermined direction to the outside of the front door 2b. That is, when the player concentrates his or her attention on the liquid crystal display device 11A directed to the front, the side liquid crystal display device 12 is projected from both sides of the front door 2b, which is less conscious of, which is an unexpected effect. It will be possible. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of the effect due to the unexpected effect.

According to the pachi-slot machine 1A or the pachinko machine 1A′, the side edge of the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 in the predetermined direction is formed in a shape along the outer surface of the front door 2b at the position where the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 projects. Therefore, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is accommodated in the front door 2b without a feeling of discomfort, and a part of the front door 2b protrudes, which makes it possible to produce an unexpected effect of displaying an effect image. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can improve the effect of the effect with a more unexpected effect.

Further, according to the pachi-slot machine 1A or the pachinko machine 1A', the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 protruding to the outside of the front door 2b can be covered with the protection member 121. Further, the protection member 121 is housed in the front door 2b together with the side surface liquid crystal display device 12. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the protruding side surface liquid crystal display device 12 from being damaged by, for example, contact with a player or the like without impairing the unexpectedness of the effect of protruding the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 to the outside of the front door 2b. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine which can prevent damage to the display means and can improve the effect of the effect due to the unexpected effect.

Further, by covering the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 with the protective member 121, it is possible to prevent an illegal act such as inserting a piano wire or a harness through the gap between the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 and the front door 2b. Further, by projecting the protection member 121 together with the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 from both sides of the front door 2b, the smoke of the player's cigarette is prevented from flowing to the surroundings while covering the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 with the protection member 121. Can be deterred.

Further, although it is uncomfortable for the player to peep at the reel or the game state by another person, for example, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is displayed on the front door 2b in the production of a chance suggestion, a bonus notification, an AT notification, or the like. By protruding from both sides, it becomes difficult for other people to peep, and it is possible to be more absorbed in the game.

Further, by projecting the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 from both sides of the front door 2b, the surface of the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 on the side opposite to the second display region 12a is easily visible to another person. Therefore, by providing a decorative portion in which a model name, a manufacturer name, a character, etc. of the game machine are designed on this side, the advertising effect of the game machine can be expected and the operation can be promoted. If this surface is provided with a light-shielding property, the display in the first display area 11a and the second display area 12a becomes clearer. Further, a light emitting member such as a decorative LED may be provided on this surface to make it more conspicuous.

It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments and modified examples. For example, in the second embodiment, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is provided in the vicinity of the left and right side edges when viewed from the front surface side of the liquid crystal display device 11A, but the invention is not limited to this and the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is viewed from the front surface side of the liquid crystal display device 11A. And may be provided near the upper and lower side edges. Further, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 can be provided not only in the vicinity of the side edge of the liquid crystal display device 11A but also at any position of the front door 2b. Further, although the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 is provided as a pair, the present invention is not limited to this, and only one device may be provided, or an arbitrary number of three or more devices may be provided.

Further, in the second embodiment, the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 has the side edge 12b formed in a shape along the outer surface of the portion of the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 where the side surface liquid crystal display device opening 2d is formed, and the upper end thereof is formed. The edge and the lower edge are formed in a linear shape. However, the invention is not limited to this, and the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 may have the side edge 12b, the upper end edge, and the lower end edge formed in any shape such as a straight line, a bend, and a refraction.

Further, in the second embodiment, the pair of racks 220 are attached to the upper edge and the lower edge of the base portion 210 to apply the driving force to each, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the upper edge or the lower edge of the base portion 210 is not limited thereto. The driving force may be applied to only one of them. Further, the drive device 200A may omit the base portion 210 and attach the rack 220 to the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 or the protection member 121 to apply a driving force. Further, the driving device 200A may have any configuration as long as the side surface liquid crystal display device 12 can be moved.

(Third Embodiment)
<Function flow of pachi-slot machine>
A pachi-slot machine, which is a gaming machine showing a third embodiment of the present invention, will be described. In the following description of the third embodiment, the description of the same configuration as the first embodiment will be omitted. First, with reference to FIG. 25, a functional flow according to the third embodiment of the gaming machine will be described. The functional flow according to the third embodiment is, in a series of flows, displaying an image performed by an image display device such as a liquid crystal display device, a waist liquid crystal display device, and an auxiliary liquid crystal display device of an operation unit, and an operation unit by a drive device. It is different from the functional flow according to the first embodiment (see FIG. 1) in that various effects are performed by using driving, light output by various lamps, sound output by a speaker, or a combination thereof.

<Structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, with reference to FIG. 26, an external structure of the pachi-slot machine according to the third embodiment will be described. The pachi-slot machine 1B of the third embodiment includes a liquid crystal display device 11B, a waist liquid crystal display device 18, an operation unit 150, and a drive device 200B which are different from the liquid crystal display device 11 and the drive device 200 (see FIG. 2) of the first embodiment. Prepare

[Appearance structure]
FIG. 26 is a perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine 1B. As shown in FIG. 26, in the pachi-slot machine 1B, the liquid crystal display device 11B is, for example, a front surface side (a front surface side of the pachi-slot machine 1B and a surface facing the player), an image related to an effect in the game and information about the game. Is attached to the upper part of the door body 9 of the front door 2b. The liquid crystal display device 11</b>B can display the game console information such as the customization of the game machine and the game history, in addition to executing the effect by displaying the image. In addition, a hall menu is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11B in accordance with the operation of the manager of the game arcade. In this case, the liquid crystal display device 11B can be configured with a touch panel, and buttons and the like that can be operated by the administrator can be displayed in the hall menu.

Further, the front door 2b has a display window 4 through which a part of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R can be visually recognized. The display window 4 is composed of three left display windows 4L corresponding to the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R, a middle display window 4C, and a right display window 4R.

These display windows 4L, 4C, 4R are provided at positions overlapping the arrangement area of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R as viewed from the front (player side), and in front of the three reels (player side). ) Is provided. Therefore, the player can visually recognize the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R provided behind the display window 4 through the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R.

In the third embodiment, the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R are arranged continuously among the plurality of types of symbols drawn on each reel when the rotation of the corresponding reel provided behind the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R is stopped. The size is set so that three symbols can be displayed. That is, in the frame of the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R, upper, middle, and lower regions are provided for each reel, and one symbol is displayed in each region. Then, in the third embodiment, a line connecting the middle area of the left reel 3L, the middle area of the middle reel 3C, and the middle area of the right reel 3R is defined as a winning determination line for determining whether or not a prize is won.

A protective glass 6 is arranged on the front side of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 11B described above. As a result, the player cannot directly touch the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 11B.

The stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are used when performing an operation related to information displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11B, and are used when performing a selection operation on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11B, for example. .. Hereinafter, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are referred to as the left stop button 17L, the middle stop button 17C, and the right stop button 17R, respectively.

The select button and the enter button are used when performing various operations on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11B.

A waist liquid crystal display device 18 is provided below the pedestal portion 10 of the door body 9. The waist liquid crystal display device 18 is an example of a display unit and can display an effect image in a game in a display area 18a formed on the front surface. Further, the waist liquid crystal display device 18 is formed with an opening 18b penetrating from the front surface to the back surface (the surface opposite to the surface facing the player).

Further, the door body 9 is provided with an operation section 150 that can be operated by a player inside the opening 18b of the waist liquid crystal display device 18. The operation unit 150 includes an auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 capable of displaying a game effect image in an auxiliary display area 151a formed on the front surface. On the waist liquid crystal display device 18 and the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151, an effect image having the display area 18a and the auxiliary display area 151a as one screen is displayed. The front side of the waist liquid crystal display device 18 is covered with a protection panel 19 made of a transparent material. As a result, the player cannot directly touch the waist liquid crystal display device 18.

Further, as will be described later in detail, the door body 9 is provided with a drive device 200B capable of moving the operation unit 150 in the front or back direction on the back side of the waist liquid crystal display device 18.

<Electrical structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, regarding the electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1B, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 27 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1B.

The 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 stores a history of opening/closing of the front door 2b. Further, the 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 outputs a signal for displaying an error on the liquid crystal display device 11B to the sub control board 42 (sub control circuit 101) when the front door 2b is opened.

The drive control board 78 drives the drive device 200B according to the effect executed by the control of the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5). The drive device 200B is driven and controlled by the drive control board 78 to move an operation unit 150 (see FIG. 28) described later.

A ROM cartridge substrate 76 and a liquid crystal relay substrate 77 are connected to the sub control substrate 42. The ROM cartridge board 76 is a board for managing image (video) for presentation, sound, light (LED group 25), drive of the drive device 200B, and communication data. The liquid crystal relay board 77 is a board that relays wirings that connect the sub-control board 42 to the liquid crystal display device 11B, the waist liquid crystal display device 18, and the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151.

<Main control circuit>
The main control circuit 91 configured by the main control board 41 is similar to that of the first embodiment shown in FIG.

<Sub control circuit>
Next, with respect to the sub control circuit 101 configured by the sub control board 42, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

As shown in FIG. 5, the sub control circuit 101 as the sub control unit is electrically connected to the main control circuit 91, and determines or executes the effect contents based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91. 27 and the like, and also controls peripheral devices such as the liquid crystal display device 11B, the waist liquid crystal display device 18, the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151, the drive device 200B, the LED group 25, and the speakers 23L and 23R shown in FIG. is there. The sub control circuit 101 basically includes a sub CPU 102, a sub RAM 103, a rendering processor 104, a drawing RAM 105, and a driver 106.

The sub CPU 102 responds to the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) according to the control program stored in the ROM cartridge board 76, and outputs sound, light, the liquid crystal display device 11B, and the waist liquid crystal display. The display control of the device 18 and the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 and the drive control of the drive device 200B (see FIG. 27) are performed. The ROM cartridge board 76 basically includes a program storage area and a data storage area.

A control program executed by the sub CPU 102 is stored in the program storage area. For example, in the control program, a main board communication task for controlling communication with the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) and a random number value for effect are extracted, and effect contents (effect data) are determined and registered. The production registration task for is included. In addition, a drawing control task for controlling the display of images by the liquid crystal display device 11B, the waist liquid crystal display device 18 and the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 (see FIG. 26) based on the decided effect contents, and the drive device 200B (see FIG. 27). A drive control task that controls the movement of the operation unit 150 (see FIG. 28), a lamp control task that controls the output of light by a light source such as the LED group 25 (see FIG. 27), and the output of sound by the speakers 23L and 23R. A voice control task etc. are included. Thus, the sub control circuit 101 is an example of a display control unit that controls the display of the display unit, and functions as an example of a drive control unit that controls the drive of the drive device 200B.

The data storage area includes a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing effect data constituting each effect content, and a storage area for storing animation data related to image creation. In addition, a storage area for storing sound data regarding BGM and sound effects, a storage area for storing lamp data regarding a pattern of turning on/off light, and the like are included.

The sub RAM 103 is provided with a storage area for registering the determined effect contents and effect data, and a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 91.

The sub CPU 102, the rendering processor 104, the drawing RAM (including a frame buffer) 105, and the driver 106 create a video according to the animation data specified by the effect contents, and the created video is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11B and the waist liquid crystal display device 18. Also, it is displayed on the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151. Further, the sub CPU 102 moves the operation unit 150 (see FIG. 28) by driving the drive device 200B in accordance with the drive data specified by the effect contents.

In addition, the sub CPU 102 causes the speakers 23L and 23R to output sounds such as BGM according to the sound data specified by the effect contents. In addition, the sub CPU 102 controls lighting and extinguishing of the LED group 25 in accordance with the lamp data specified by the effect contents.

<Operation part and drive device>
Next, the operation unit 150 and the drive device 200B will be described. FIG. 28 is a cross-sectional view of an operation unit and a drive device of the pachi-slot machine according to the third embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 28(a) shows a state in which the auxiliary display area of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device of the operation unit is arranged on substantially the same plane as the display area of the waist liquid crystal display device, and FIG. 28(b) shows the auxiliary liquid crystal display of the operation unit. The auxiliary display area of the device is in a state of projecting to the front side from the display area of the waist liquid crystal display device.

[Operation part]
The operation unit 150 is formed in a substantially cylindrical shape, is disposed in the cylindrical opening 18b of the waist liquid crystal display device 18, and is configured to be capable of being pressed from the front side to the back side by the player. The operation unit 150 can be moved in the front or back direction by the drive device 200B.

The operation section 150 includes an auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151, a button cover 152, a main body 153, a liquid crystal support section 154, a main body support section 155, and operation switches 156. The auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 is arranged on the front surface side of the operation unit 150, and in the initial state, the auxiliary display region 151a is arranged substantially on the same plane as the display region 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18.

The button cover 152 extends from the front surface member 152a that covers the auxiliary display area 151a of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 to the rear direction from the edge of the front surface member 152a, and the rear side end portion of the front surface of the engaging portion 153c of the main body 153 described later. A side member 152b slidably engaged with the side end portion.

The main body 153 is provided at a holding portion 153a that slidably supports the liquid crystal support portion 154 and a front end portion of the holding portion 153a, and locks a rear end portion of an elastic member 154c of the liquid crystal support portion 154, which will be described later. The engaging portion 153b is formed of a tubular body, and the engaging portion 153c is formed of a tubular body, and an engaging portion 153c that extends from the engaging portion 153b to the front surface side and slidably engages with the rear end portion of the side surface member 152b of the button cover 152. A base end portion 153d is provided which extends from the rear end portion of the portion 153a toward the rear surface and slidably engages with the main body support portion 155.

The liquid crystal support portion 154 is attached to the back surface of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 and supports the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151, and extends from the support portion 154a to the back surface side and is slidable on the holding portion 153a of the main body 153. The slide unit 154b is supported, and the elastic member 154c that biases the support unit 154a that supports the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 toward the front side.

The main body support portion 155 is formed of a rod-shaped body, the rear end portion is fixed to the front door 2b (see FIG. 26), extends to the front surface side, and is inserted into the base end portion 153d of the main body 153. The part 153d is slidably engaged.

The operation switch 156 is arranged at the rear end of the holding portion 153a of the main body 153 so as to be in contact with the rear end of the supporting portion 154a of the liquid crystal supporting portion 154. When the operating switch 156 contacts the rear end of the supporting portion 154a. Then, the operation signal is output to the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) via the sub relay board 69 (see FIG. 27). The sub-control circuit 101 controls the display of, for example, the waist liquid crystal display device 18 and the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 according to the operation signal output from the operation switch 156.

With such a configuration, when the player presses the button cover 152 from the front side to the back side, the operation section 150 causes the button cover 152, the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151, and the liquid crystal support section 154 to move to the main body 153. On the other hand, the liquid crystal support portion 154 moves to the rear surface side, the rear surface side end portion of the liquid crystal support portion 154 contacts the operation switch 156, and outputs an operation signal.

Further, the operation unit 150 includes a lock mechanism that locks the auxiliary display area 151a of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 when the auxiliary display area 151a is arranged on substantially the same plane as the display area 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18 (initial state). May be. In this case, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) performs control to move the main body 153 together with the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151, the button cover 152, and the liquid crystal support 154 to the front side after unlocking the lock mechanism. Thereby, for example, it is possible to prevent the main body 153 and the like from projecting to the front side and being damaged during transportation of the game machine. Further, it is possible to prevent the inside of the gaming machine from being damaged when the player strongly pushes the operation unit 150 in a state where the operation unit 150 cannot be operated (the above-mentioned initial state).

[Drive device]
In the drive device 200B, the auxiliary display area 151a of the operation unit 150 is arranged on the substantially same plane as the display area 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18, and the auxiliary display area 151a is arranged in front of the display area 18a. The operation unit 150 can be moved to the closed state.

Specifically, the drive device 200B includes a rack 211, a pinion 212, and a motor 230 (see FIG. 27). The rack 211 is attached to the base end portion 153d of the main body 153 of the operation unit 150 and extends in the front and rear direction. The pinion 212 engages with the rack 211 and is rotated by driving a motor 230 (see FIG. 27).

The motor 230 (see FIG. 27) is driven by the drive control board 78 (see FIG. 27) controlled by the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) to rotate the pinion 212.

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), which is an example of the drive control means, determines the effect content based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4), and according to the determined effect content, The motor 230 (see FIG. 27) is rotationally driven in a predetermined direction to rotate the pinion 212. It should be noted that the sub-control circuit 101 may drive the motor 230 (see FIG. 27) by the number of steps according to the preset effect contents, or when the main body 153 of the operation unit 150 is provided with a photo sensor. The position of the main body 153 may be detected based on the input signal detected by the photo sensor, and the motor 230 may be driven according to the detected position.

[Drive control]
Next, the operation of the operation unit 150 by the drive device 200B will be described. For example, in the operation unit 150, in the initial state, as shown in FIG. 28A, the auxiliary display area 151a of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 is arranged on substantially the same plane as the display area 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18. It is arranged in a closed state. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) rotationally drives the motor 230 in a predetermined direction according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). As a result, the pinion 212 that engages with the rack 211 rotates. Then, in the operation unit 150, the main body 153 to which the rack 211 is attached moves to the front side together with the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151, the button cover 152, and the liquid crystal support unit 154. As a result, the operation unit 150 is arranged such that the auxiliary display area 151a is arranged on the front side of the display area 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18, and the state shown in FIG. 28(b) is obtained.

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) uses a plurality of types of movement positions (for example, a maximum movement position for maximum protrusion, a minimum movement position for slightly protruding, and an intermediate position between the maximum movement position and the minimum movement position). The control of moving the main body 153 may be performed to any one of the moving position). In this case, the sub-control circuit 101 performs control to move the main body 153 to a moving position determined according to the gaming state or the internal winning combination (for example, a hint of indication, an indication of expectation, bonus, notification of AT, etc.). Accordingly, the variation of the game can be increased by providing the relationship and the law to the effect image of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 and the movement position.

In addition, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) uses the main body 153 at any one of a plurality of types of moving speeds (for example, maximum speed, minimum speed, and intermediate speed between the maximum speed and the minimum speed). May be controlled to move. In this case, the sub-control circuit 101 controls the main body 153 to move at a speed determined according to the gaming state or the internal winning combination (for example, a hint of indication, an indication of expectation, bonus, notification of AT, etc.). As a result, the variation of the game can be increased by having the relation and the law between the effect image of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 and the moving speed. When the sub-control circuit 101 controls to move the main body 153 at a relatively high speed, the sub-control circuit 101 controls the motor 230 to gradually increase the speed, so that the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 or the auxiliary liquid crystal display device is displayed. It is possible to prevent the cable connected to the device 151 from being damaged.

In addition, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) may control the motor 230 to rotate in a predetermined direction and in a direction opposite to the predetermined direction alternately and repeatedly for a predetermined period according to the gaming state and the internal winning combination. Good. As a result, an indication effect that the main body 153 repeatedly moves back and forth is possible, and the degree of expectation of the player can be improved. Further, the sub-control circuit 101 may perform such control stepwise not only in one game but also in a plurality of games (for example, a period of the same length, or gradually changing the length of the predetermined period). Alternatively, the pitch in the direction opposite to the predetermined direction may be changed.).

Further, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) may excite the motor 230 when the player presses the button cover 152 from the front side to the back side and receives an operation signal from the operation switch 156. .. As a result, it is possible to give the player a feeling that the button is vibrating and to excite the operation effect. In addition, the sub-control circuit 101 may be associated with the excitation of the motor 230 and the notification of the gaming state or the internal winning combination. As a result, the player can operate while expecting the button to vibrate, and the enjoyment of the operation effect is improved. Further, when the excitation at this time is made in small increments, the effect is further improved.

Further, if the button suddenly comes out from the lower panel, which is the lower part of the pedestal portion 10 that is difficult for the player to see, the player may be injured or the beverage may be spilled. Therefore, for example, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) warns that the attention should be paid to the lower part of the pedestal portion 10 (for example, sound, light emission, liquid crystal display device) before the main body 153 and the like are moved and controlled. The safety can be improved by performing the control of giving a warning by the image or the like in 11B. In this way, the warning content is only alerted and the warning is not given until the protrusion, so that the operation means comes out from the lower panel and the novelty of the production and the unexpectedness of the movement while maintaining safety. It is possible to reduce the possibility of damage.

[Display control]
Next, display control of the waist liquid crystal display device 18 and the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 of the operation unit 150 by the sub control circuit 101 will be described. 29 to 31 are diagrams showing an example of effect images in the waist liquid crystal display device and the auxiliary liquid crystal display device according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

For example, in the initial state of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151, as shown in FIG. 29, the auxiliary display region 151a is arranged such that the auxiliary display region 151a and the display region 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18 are arranged on substantially the same plane. There is. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) displays the display area 18a and the display area 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18 in accordance with the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). Control is performed to display an effect image with the auxiliary display area 151a of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 as one screen in the display area 18a and the auxiliary display area 151a.

Then, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) causes the motor 230 (see FIG. 28) of the drive device 200B (see FIG. 28) according to the effect content determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). (See FIG. 27) is driven to rotate in a predetermined direction to move the operation unit 150 to the front side, and the operation unit 150 is operated in the auxiliary display region 151a in a state where the auxiliary display region 151a is arranged on the front side of the display region 18a. The display control is performed on the suggestion image (for example, the character image “PUSH” in the example shown in FIG. 30) that suggests. In this state, the sub-control circuit 101 may display-control the display area 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18 with an image associated with the suggestion image or an image notifying that the operation unit 150 is operable. Good.

Further, in the state shown in FIG. 30, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) pushes the button cover 152 from the front side to the back side by the player, and the operation signal from the operation switch 156 (see FIG. 28). When output, as shown in FIG. 31, an effect image having the display area 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18 and the auxiliary display area 151a of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 as one screen is displayed as the display area 18a and the auxiliary display area 151a. Perform control to be displayed on.

In this way, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) functions as an example of a display control unit that controls the display of the effect image with the display area of the display unit and the auxiliary display area of the auxiliary display unit as one screen. Further, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) displays the display area and the auxiliary display area as one screen in a state where the auxiliary display area of the operation means is arranged on substantially the same plane as the display area of the display means. In the state in which the effect image is controlled to be displayed and the auxiliary display area is arranged on the front side of the display area, it functions as an example of display control means for display-controlling the suggestive image suggesting the operation of the operation means in the auxiliary display area. ..

According to the third embodiment, the following operational effects are exhibited. According to the pachi-slot machine 1B, by disposing the operation unit 150 inside the display region 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18, the operation image of the operation unit 150 that is a part of the region in which the effect image is displayed as one screen is displayed. The auxiliary display area 151a of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 can be operated by the player. Therefore, it is possible to perform a highly unexpected effect that a part of the area in which the effect image is displayed can be operated. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine in which the unexpectedness of the effect is enhanced by the operation means and the effect of the effect can be improved.

Further, according to the pachi-slot machine 1B, the auxiliary display area 151a of the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 of the operation unit 150 is arranged on substantially the same plane as the display area 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18, and the effect image is displayed as one screen. From the state where is displayed, the auxiliary display area 151a can be moved to the front side of the display area 18a. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine in which the unexpectedness of the effect can be further enhanced by the operation means and the effect of the effect can be improved.

Further, according to the pachi-slot machine 1B, the auxiliary display area 151a of the operation unit 150 is arranged on substantially the same plane as the display area 18a of the waist liquid crystal display device 18, and the effect image is displayed as one screen. Thus, the auxiliary display area 151a is moved to the front side of the display area 18a, and in this state, a suggestion image suggesting the operation of the operation unit 150 can be displayed in the auxiliary display area 151a. Therefore, first, it is possible to give a surprise by moving a part of the area where the effect image is displayed as one screen to the front side, and then the part that has moved to the front side is operated. It is possible to further add the unexpectedness that it is a means and can be operated. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine in which the unexpectedness of the effect can be further enhanced by the operation means and the effect of the effect can be improved.

The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment. For example, in the third embodiment, the opening portion 18b and the operation portion 150 of the waist liquid crystal display device 18 are formed in a cylindrical shape, but the shape is not limited to this, and may be formed in any shape such as a square pole shape. You can

Further, in the third embodiment, the waist liquid crystal display device 18 and the auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 have the planar display area formed only on the front surface side, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a curved surface is formed on the side edge on the front surface side. The display area may be formed so as to be smoothly continuous to the side surface.

Further, in the third embodiment, the drive device 200B moves the operation unit 150 by the rack 211, the pinion 212, and the motor 230, but is not limited to this, and if the operation unit 150 can be moved, for example, a solenoid or the like. Can have any configuration.

(Fourth Embodiment)
<Function flow of pachi-slot machine>
A pachi-slot machine which is a gaming machine showing a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described. The functional flow of the pachi-slot machine, which is the gaming machine according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention, is the same as that of the first embodiment, and therefore the description thereof is omitted. Further, in the following description of the fourth embodiment, the description of the same configuration as the first embodiment will be omitted.

<Structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, with reference to FIG. 32, an external structure of the pachi-slot machine according to the fourth embodiment will be described. The pachi-slot machine 1C of the fourth embodiment includes a liquid crystal display device 11C and a drive device 200C different from the liquid crystal display device 11 and the drive device 200 (see FIG. 2) of the first embodiment.

[Appearance structure]
FIG. 32 is a perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine 1C. As shown in FIG. 32, in the pachi-slot machine 1C, the liquid crystal display device 11C is an example of a display device, and is formed, for example, on the front surface side (the front surface side of the pachi-slot machine 1C, the surface facing the player). It is attached to the upper part of the door body 9 of the front door 2b so as to display the effect image in the game and information about the game in the display area 11a. The liquid crystal display device 11C can display the game table information such as the customization of the game machine and the game history, in addition to executing the effect by displaying the image. Further, the hall menu is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11C in accordance with the operation of the manager of the game arcade. In this case, the liquid crystal display device 11C can be configured with a touch panel, and buttons and the like that can be operated by the administrator can be displayed in the hall menu. Further, as will be described later in detail, the liquid crystal display device 11C includes a plurality of liquid crystal panels (first liquid crystal panel 111, second liquid crystal panel 112, third liquid crystal panel 113, third liquid crystal panel 113, and third liquid crystal panel 113 shown in FIG. 34, which will be described later). The fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117). The plurality of liquid crystal panels can be arranged in a plurality of integrated forms, and at least a part of the liquid crystal panels adjacent to each other can be in contact with each other to be integrally arranged. In addition, the plurality of liquid crystal panels operate while maintaining a contact state or a close state with another liquid crystal panel by a driving device 200C described later.

Further, the front door 2b has a display window 4 through which a part of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R can be visually recognized. The display window 4 is composed of three left display windows 4L corresponding to the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R, a middle display window 4C, and a right display window 4R.

These display windows 4L, 4C, 4R are provided at positions overlapping the arrangement area of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R as viewed from the front (player side), and in front of the three reels (player side). ) Is provided. Therefore, the player can visually recognize the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R provided behind the display window 4 through the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. Further, as will be described later in detail, the drive device 200C (see FIG. 34) is an example of drive means for changing the form of the display device, and is provided on the back surface (the surface opposite to the front surface side) of the liquid crystal display device 11C. ing. Therefore, the player cannot visually recognize the drive device 200C.

In the fourth embodiment, the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R are arranged continuously among the plural kinds of symbols drawn on each reel when the rotation of the corresponding reel provided behind the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R is stopped. The size is set so that three symbols can be displayed. That is, in the frame of the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R, upper, middle, and lower regions are provided for each reel, and one symbol is displayed in each region. Then, in the fourth embodiment, a line connecting the middle region of the left reel 3L, the middle region of the middle reel 3C, and the middle region of the right reel 3R is defined as a winning determination line for determining whether or not there is a winning.

Further, a protective glass 6 is provided on the front side of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 11C described above. As a result, the player cannot directly touch the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 11C.

The stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are used when performing an operation relating to information displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11C, and are used when performing a selection operation on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11C, for example. .. Hereinafter, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are referred to as the left stop button 17L, the middle stop button 17C, and the right stop button 17R, respectively.

The select button and the enter button are used when performing various operations on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11C.

<Electrical structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, with respect to the electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1C, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 33 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1C.

The 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 stores a history of opening/closing of the front door 2b. Further, the 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 outputs a signal for displaying an error on the liquid crystal display device 11C to the sub control board 42 (sub control circuit 101) when the front door 2b is opened.

The drive control board 78 drives the drive device 200C according to the effect executed by the control of the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5). The drive device 200C is drive-controlled by the drive control board 78, so that the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, and the fourth liquid crystal of the liquid crystal display device 11C described later shown in FIG. The panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 are operated to change the form of the liquid crystal display device 11C.

A ROM cartridge substrate 76 and a liquid crystal relay substrate 77 are connected to the sub control substrate 42. The ROM cartridge board 76 is a board for managing image (video) for presentation, sound, light (LED group 25), driving of the driving device 200C, and communication data. The liquid crystal relay board 77 is a board that relays the wiring that connects the sub-control board 42 and the liquid crystal display device 11C.

<Main control circuit>
Next, the main control circuit 91 configured by the main control board 41 is similar to that of the first embodiment shown in FIG.

<Sub control circuit>
Next, with respect to the sub control circuit 101 configured by the sub control board 42, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

The sub-control circuit 101 as a sub-control unit is electrically connected to the main control circuit 91, performs processing such as determination and execution of effect contents based on a command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91, The peripheral devices such as the liquid crystal display device 11C, the driving device 200C, the LED group 25, and the speakers 23L and 23R shown in FIG. 33 are controlled. The sub control circuit 101 basically includes a sub CPU 102, a sub RAM 103, a rendering processor 104, a drawing RAM 105, and a driver 106.

The sub CPU 102 responds to the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) in accordance with the control program stored in the ROM cartridge board 76 to output sound, light, display control of the liquid crystal display device 11C, and the like. The drive of the drive device 200C (see FIG. 33) is controlled. The ROM cartridge board 76 basically includes a program storage area and a data storage area.

A control program executed by the sub CPU 102 is stored in the program storage area. For example, in the control program, a main board communication task for controlling communication with the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) and a random number value for effect are extracted, and effect contents (effect data) are determined and registered. The production registration task for is included. In addition, a drawing control task for controlling display of an image by the liquid crystal display device 11C (see FIG. 32) based on the determined effect contents, a first liquid crystal panel 111 of the liquid crystal display device 11C by the drive device 200C (see FIG. 33), A drive control task for controlling the operations of the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117, and the LED group A lamp control task for controlling the light output by a light source such as 25 (see FIG. 33), a voice control task for controlling the sound output by the speakers 23L, 23R, and the like are included. In this way, the sub CPU 102 functions as an example of a drive control unit that drives and controls the drive device 200C.

The data storage area includes a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing effect data constituting each effect content, and a storage area for storing animation data related to image creation. In addition, a storage area for storing sound data regarding BGM and sound effects, a storage area for storing lamp data regarding a pattern of turning on/off light, and the like are included.

The sub RAM 103 is provided with a storage area for registering the determined effect contents and effect data, and a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 91.

The sub CPU 102, the rendering processor 104, the drawing RAM (including a frame buffer) 105, and the driver 106 create a video according to the animation data specified by the effect contents, and display the created video on the liquid crystal display device 11C. Further, the sub CPU 102 drives and controls the driving device 200C in accordance with the driving data designated by the contents of the presentation, and thereby the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, and the fifth liquid crystal panel 114. The liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 (see FIG. 34) are operated.

In addition, the sub CPU 102 causes the speakers 23L and 23R to output sounds such as BGM according to the sound data specified by the effect contents. In addition, the sub CPU 102 controls lighting and extinguishing of the LED group 25 in accordance with the lamp data specified by the effect contents.

<Liquid crystal display device and driving device>
Next, the liquid crystal display device 11C and the driving device 200C will be described. 34 and 35 are rear views of the liquid crystal display device and the driving device of the pachi-slot machine according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 34 shows an initial state (first form) of the liquid crystal display device, and FIG. 35 shows a state (second form) in which the liquid crystal display device has changed form from the initial state.

[Liquid crystal display]
The liquid crystal display device 11C as a display means includes a first liquid crystal panel 111, a second liquid crystal panel 112, a third liquid crystal panel 113, a fourth liquid crystal panel 114, a fifth liquid crystal panel 115, and a sixth liquid crystal panel as a plurality of display means. 116 and a seventh liquid crystal panel 117 are provided. The first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 are integrated into a plurality of arrangement forms. The liquid crystal panels adjacent to each other can be at least partially in contact with each other and integrally arranged. Specifically, the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 are displayed areas. 11a (see FIG. 32) or as viewed from the back side, they are all formed in the same isosceles triangular shape and arranged in a ring shape.

That is, the first liquid crystal panel 111 is adjacent to the second liquid crystal panel 112 and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117. The second liquid crystal panel 112 is adjacent to the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the third liquid crystal panel 113. The third liquid crystal panel 113 is adjacent to the second liquid crystal panel 112 and the fourth liquid crystal panel 114. The fourth liquid crystal panel 114 is adjacent to the third liquid crystal panel 113 and the fifth liquid crystal panel 115. The fifth liquid crystal panel 115 is adjacent to the fourth liquid crystal panel 114 and the sixth liquid crystal panel 116. The sixth liquid crystal panel 116 is adjacent to the fifth liquid crystal panel 115 and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117. The seventh liquid crystal panel 117 is adjacent to the sixth liquid crystal panel 116 and the first liquid crystal panel 111.

The liquid crystal display device 11C is driven by the drive device 200C controlled by the sub CPU 102, and the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, and the fifth liquid crystal panel shown in FIG. 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 have one apex close to each other, and the outer shape is a heptagonal shape, from the first mode to the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the first liquid crystal panel 112. The 3rd liquid crystal panel 113, the 4th liquid crystal panel 114, the 5th liquid crystal panel 115, the 6th liquid crystal panel 116, and the 7th liquid crystal panel 117 each rotated in the same direction, and a heptagonal opening was formed in the central region. Change to the second form. In order to prevent the liquid crystal panels from being damaged when they come close to each other, a buffer member or a protective member may be provided at the edge of each liquid crystal panel. In this case, it is desirable to use a member having a thin shape and an inconspicuous color so as not to hinder the display on the liquid crystal panel.

[Drive device]
The driving device 200C is provided on the back surface, which is the surface opposite to the surface of the liquid crystal display device 11C on which the display area 11a (see FIG. 32) is formed, and includes the first main body 210, the second main body 220, and the third main body 220. The main body 230, the fourth main body 240, the fifth main body 250, the sixth main body 260, the seventh main body 270, and the plurality of motors 300 (see FIG. 33) are provided.

The first body 210 is provided on the back surface of the first liquid crystal panel 111, supports the first liquid crystal panel 111, and includes a base 211, a first engaging portion 212, a second engaging portion 213, and a pinion portion 214. , Is provided.

The base 211 is formed in substantially the same shape as the first liquid crystal panel 111 when viewed from the display area 11a (see FIG. 32) or the back side, and is pivoted to the front door 2b (see FIG. 32) by the shaft portion 211a extending from the back side. It is fixed freely.

36 is a sectional view taken along the line AA′ in FIG. 34. The first engaging portion 212 includes a guide portion 212a protruding from the side edge of the base 211 adjacent to the second main body 220 to the second main body 220 side, and a rack portion 212b provided at the side edge of the guide portion 212a. Prepare The guide portion 212a has a groove formed in a portion protruding from the side edge of the base 211 so as to slidably engage with a guide portion 223 of the second main body 220 described later. The rack portion 212b is provided on the side edge of the guide portion 212a, extends in the direction in which the side edge of the base 211 adjacent to the second main body 220 extends, and engages with the pinion portion 224 of the second main body 220.

Returning to FIG. 34, the second engaging portion 213 is provided on the guide portion 213a protruding from the side edge of the base 211 adjacent to the seventh main body 270 to the seventh main body 270 side and the side edge of the guide portion 213a. And a rack portion 213b. A portion of the guide portion 213a protruding from the side edge of the base 211 is formed with a groove that slidably engages with a guide portion 273 of the seventh main body 270 described later, similarly to the guide portion 212a (see FIG. 36). There is. The rack portion 213b is provided at the side edge of the guide portion 213a, extends in the direction in which the side edge of the base 211 adjacent to the seventh main body 270 extends, and engages with the pinion portion 274 of the seventh main body 270.

The pinion portion 214 is fixed to the shaft portion 211a and is rotated by driving the motor 300 (see FIG. 33). That is, the base 211 rotates with the rotation of the pinion portion 214. Although not shown, the motor 300 fixed to the shaft portion 211a is attached to the front door 2b (see FIG. 32) for moving the motor 300 in the moving direction from the first form to the second form. It is guided by the moving rail and moves. Specifically, in the case of moving from the first form of FIG. 34 to the second form of FIG. 35, the pinion part 214 rotates while the motor 300 is driven, and the pinion part 214 shown in FIG. It moves to the position of the pinion part 214 shown in FIG.

The second main body 220 is provided on the back surface of the second liquid crystal panel 112, supports the second liquid crystal panel 112, and includes a base 221, an engaging portion 222, a guide portion 223, and a pinion portion 224.

The base 221 is formed in substantially the same shape as the second liquid crystal panel 112 when viewed from the display area 11a (see FIG. 32) or the back side.

The engagement portion 222 includes a guide portion 222a protruding from the side edge of the base 221 adjacent to the third body 230 to the third body 230 side, and a rack portion 222b provided at the side edge of the guide portion 222a. The guide portion 222a has a portion protruding from the side edge of the base 221 slidably engaged with a guide portion 233 of the third main body 230, which will be described later, similarly to the guide portion 212a of the first main body 210 (see FIG. 36). A groove is formed. The rack portion 222b is provided on the side edge of the guide portion 222a, extends in the direction in which the side edge of the base 221 adjacent to the third body 230 extends, and engages with the pinion portion 234 of the third body 230.

The guide portion 223 is formed on a side edge of the base 221 adjacent to the first main body 210, extends in a direction in which the side edge of the base 221 adjacent to the first main body 210 extends, and as shown in FIG. 36, the first main body 210. A protrusion that engages with the groove of the guide portion 212a.

As shown in FIG. 36, the pinion part 224 is a shaft part 224 a whose base end is fixed to the base 221 and extends in the back direction, and a pivot part 224 a rotatably supported by the shaft part 224 a and a rack part 212 b of the first main body 210. And a gear portion 224b for mating. Further, the pinion unit 224 is rotated by driving the motor 300 (see FIG. 33).

Returning to FIG. 34, the third main body 230 is provided on the back surface of the third liquid crystal panel 113, supports the third liquid crystal panel 113, and has a base 231, an engaging portion 232, a guide portion 233, and a pinion portion 234. And

The base 231 is formed in substantially the same shape as the third liquid crystal panel 113 when viewed from the display area 11a (see FIG. 32) or the back side.

The engagement portion 232 includes a guide portion 232a protruding from the side edge of the base 231 adjacent to the fourth main body 240 toward the fourth main body 240 side, and a rack portion 232b provided at the side edge of the guide portion 232a. The guide portion 232a has a portion protruding from the side edge of the base 231 slidably engaged with a second guide portion 243 of the fourth main body 240, which will be described later, similarly to the guide portion 212a of the first main body 210 (see FIG. 36). A mating groove is formed. The rack portion 232b is provided on the side edge of the guide portion 232a, extends in the direction in which the side edge of the base 231 adjacent to the fourth main body 240 extends, and engages with the pinion portion 244 of the fourth main body 240.

The guide portion 233 is formed on a side edge of the base 231 adjacent to the second main body 220, extends in a direction in which the side edge of the base 231 adjacent to the second main body 220 extends, and guides 223 of the second main body 220 (FIG. 36). Similarly to the above (see (2)), a protrusion that engages with the groove of the guide portion 222a of the second main body 220 is formed.

Like the pinion part 224 (see FIG. 36) of the second main body 220, the pinion part 234 has a shaft part whose base end is fixed to the base 231 and extends rearward, and is rotatably supported by the shaft part. And a gear portion that engages with the rack portion 222b of the main body 220. Further, the pinion unit 234 is rotated by driving the motor 300 (see FIG. 33).

The fourth main body 240 is provided on the back surface of the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, supports the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, and includes a base 241, a first guide portion 242, a second guide portion 243, and a pinion portion 244. Prepare

The base 241 is formed in substantially the same shape as the fourth liquid crystal panel 114 when viewed from the display area 11a (see FIG. 32) or the back surface side.

The first guide portion 242 is formed at a side edge of the base 241 adjacent to the third main body 230, extends in a direction in which the side edge of the base 241 adjacent to the third main body 230 extends, and guides the guide portion 223 (of the second main body 220). 36), a protrusion that engages with the groove of the guide portion 232a of the third main body 230 is formed.

The second guide portion 243 is formed on a side edge of the base 241 adjacent to the fifth main body 250, extends in a direction in which the side edge of the base 241 adjacent to the fifth main body 250 extends, and the guide portion 223 (of the second main body 220). 36), a protrusion that engages with the groove of the engaging portion 252 of the fifth main body 250 described later is formed.

Similar to the pinion portion 224 of the second main body 220 (see FIG. 36), the pinion portion 244 has a shaft portion whose proximal end is fixed to the base 251 and extends in the rear direction, and is rotatably supported by the shaft portion. And a gear portion that engages with the rack portion 232b of the main body 230. Further, the pinion unit 244 is rotated by driving the motor 300 (see FIG. 33).

The fifth main body 250 is provided on the back surface of the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, supports the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, and includes a base 251, an engagement portion 252, a guide portion 253, and a pinion portion 254.

The base 251 is formed in substantially the same shape as the fifth liquid crystal panel 115 when viewed from the display area 11a (see FIG. 32) or the back side.

The engaging portion 252 protrudes from the side edge of the base 251 adjacent to the fourth main body 240 to the fourth main body 240 side, and in the protruding portion, similarly to the guide portion 212a (see FIG. 36) of the first main body 210, A groove that slidably engages with the second guide portion 243 of the fourth body 240 is formed.

The guide portion 253 is formed on a side edge of the base 251 adjacent to the sixth main body 260, extends in a direction in which the side edge of the base 251 adjacent to the sixth main body 260 extends, and extends toward the guide portion 223 of the second main body 220 (see FIG. 36). Similar to the above (see), a protrusion that engages with the groove of the guide portion 262a of the sixth main body 260 described later is formed.

Like the pinion part 224 (see FIG. 36) of the second main body 220, the pinion part 254 is a shaft part whose base end is fixed to the base 251 and extends in the rear direction, and is rotatably supported by the shaft part, which will be described later. And a gear portion that engages with the rack portion 262b of the sixth main body 260. Further, the pinion unit 254 is rotated by driving the motor 300 (see FIG. 33).

The sixth body 260 is provided on the back surface of the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, supports the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and includes a base 261, an engaging portion 262, a guide portion 263, and a pinion portion 264.

The base 261 is formed in substantially the same shape as the sixth liquid crystal panel 116 when viewed from the display area 11a (see FIG. 32) or the back surface side.

The engagement portion 262 includes a guide portion 262a protruding from the side edge of the base 261 adjacent to the fifth main body 250 toward the fifth main body 250 side, and a rack portion 262b provided at the side edge of the guide portion 262a. The guide portion 262a has a groove that slidably engages with the guide portion 253 of the fifth main body 250, similarly to the guide portion 212a (see FIG. 36) of the first main body 210, in the portion protruding from the side edge of the base 261. Has been formed. The rack portion 262b is provided on the side edge of the guide portion 262a, extends in the direction in which the side edge of the base 261 adjacent to the fifth main body 250 extends, and engages with the pinion portion 254 of the fifth main body 250.

The guide portion 263 is formed on a side edge of the base 261 adjacent to the seventh main body 270, extends in a direction in which the side edge of the base 261 adjacent to the seventh main body 270 extends, and guide portion 223 of the second main body 220 (see FIG. 36). Similar to the above (see), a protrusion that engages with the groove of the guide portion 272a of the seventh main body 270 described later is formed.

Similar to the pinion portion 224 (see FIG. 36) of the second main body 220, the pinion portion 264 is a shaft portion whose base end is fixed to the base 261 and extends in the rear direction, and is rotatably supported by the shaft portion, which will be described later. A gear portion that engages with the rack portion 272b of the seventh main body 270. Further, the pinion portion 264 is rotated by driving the motor 300 (see FIG. 33).

The seventh main body 270 is provided on the back surface of the seventh liquid crystal panel 117, supports the seventh liquid crystal panel 117, and includes a base 271, an engaging portion 272, a guide portion 273, and a pinion portion 274.

The base 271 is formed in substantially the same shape as the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 when viewed from the display area 11a (see FIG. 32) or the back surface side.

The engaging portion 272 includes a guide portion 272a protruding from the side edge of the base 271 adjacent to the sixth main body 260 toward the sixth main body 260 side, and a rack portion 272b provided at the side edge of the guide portion 272a. In the guide portion 272a, a portion protruding from the side edge of the base 271 has a groove slidably engaged with the guide portion 263 of the sixth main body 260, similarly to the guide portion 212a of the first main body 210 (see FIG. 36). Has been formed. The rack portion 272b is provided on the side edge of the guide portion 272a, extends in the direction in which the side edge of the base 271 adjacent to the sixth main body 260 extends, and engages with the pinion portion 264 of the sixth main body 260.

The guide portion 273 is formed on a side edge of the base 271 adjacent to the first main body 210, extends in a direction in which the side edge of the base 271 adjacent to the first main body 210 extends, and guides 223 of the second main body 220 (see FIG. 36). Similar to the reference (see), a protrusion that engages with the groove of the guide portion 213a of the first main body 210 is formed.

Like the pinion part 224 (see FIG. 36) of the second main body 220, the pinion part 274 has a shaft part whose base end is fixed to the base 271 and extends in the rear direction, and is rotatably supported by the shaft part. And a gear portion that engages with the rack portion 213b of the main body 210. Further, the pinion portion 274 is rotated by driving the motor 300 (see FIG. 33).

The motor 300 (see FIG. 33) is driven by the drive control board 78 (see FIG. 33) controlled by the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), and the pinion portion 214 of the first main body 210 and the pinion of the second main body 220 are driven. The portion 224, the pinion portion 234 of the third body 230, the pinion portion 244 of the fourth body 240, the pinion portion 254 of the fifth body 250, the pinion portion 264 of the sixth body 260, and the pinion portion 274 of the seventh body 270 are synchronized. To rotate.

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), which is an example of the drive control means, determines the effect content based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4), and according to the determined effect content, A plurality of motors 300 (see FIG. 33) are rotationally driven in respective predetermined directions to synchronize the pinion unit 214, the pinion unit 224, the pinion unit 234, the pinion unit 244, the pinion unit 254, the pinion unit 264, and the pinion unit 274. To rotate. Note that the sub-control circuit 101 may drive the motor 300 (see FIG. 33) by the number of steps according to the preset effect content, or the first main body 210, the second main body 220, the third main body 230, When the fourth body 240, the fifth body 250, the sixth body 260, and the seventh body 270 are provided with photosensors, the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are based on the signals transmitted from the photosensors. The positions of the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 may be detected, and the motor 300 may be driven according to the detected positions. ..

[Drive control]
Next, the operation of the liquid crystal display device 11C by the driving device 200C will be described. For example, in the initial state, the liquid crystal display device 11C has, as shown in FIG. 34, a first liquid crystal panel 111, a second liquid crystal panel 112, a third liquid crystal panel 113, a fourth liquid crystal panel 114, a fifth liquid crystal panel 115, and a fifth liquid crystal panel 115. The sixth liquid crystal panel 116 and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 are arranged in the first form in which one vertex is close to each other and the outer shape is a heptagonal shape. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) causes the plurality of motors 300 to move in respective predetermined directions according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). Drive to rotate.

As a result, the pinion portion 214 rotates in a predetermined direction (for example, the arrow direction shown in FIG. 34), and the first main body 210 supporting the first liquid crystal panel 111 rotates in the predetermined direction. In addition, the pinion portion 224 rotates in a predetermined direction (for example, the arrow direction shown in FIG. 34), and the second main body 220 that supports the second liquid crystal panel 112 is a guide that engages with the guide portion 212 a of the first main body 210. The portion 223 restricts the movement direction to the direction in which the side edge of the base 221 adjacent to the first main body 210 extends, and moves in the direction away from the center of the heptagonal shape of the first embodiment. Further, the pinion portion 234 rotates in a predetermined direction (for example, the arrow direction shown in FIG. 34), and the third main body 230 supporting the third liquid crystal panel 113 is a guide that engages with the guide portion 222a of the second main body 220. The part 233 moves in a direction away from the center of the heptagonal shape of the first form, while the movement direction is restricted to the direction in which the side edge of the base 231 adjacent to the second main body 220 extends. Further, the pinion portion 244 rotates in a predetermined direction (for example, the arrow direction shown in FIG. 34), and the fourth main body 240 supporting the fourth liquid crystal panel 114 is engaged with the guide portion 232a of the third main body 230. The 1 guide portion 242 restricts the movement direction to the direction in which the side edge of the base 241 adjacent to the third main body 230 extends, and moves in the direction away from the center of the heptagonal shape of the first embodiment. In addition, the pinion portion 274 rotates in a predetermined direction (for example, the arrow direction shown in FIG. 34), and the seventh main body 270 that supports the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 is a guide that engages with the guide portion 213a of the first main body 210. The portion 273 restricts the movement direction to the direction in which the side edge of the base 271 adjacent to the first main body 210 extends and moves in the direction away from the center of the heptagonal shape of the first embodiment. In addition, the pinion portion 264 rotates in a predetermined direction (for example, the arrow direction shown in FIG. 34), and the sixth main body 260 supporting the sixth liquid crystal panel 116 is guided by the guide portion 272 a of the seventh main body 270. The portion 263 restricts the movement direction to the direction in which the side edge of the base 261 adjacent to the seventh main body 270 extends, and moves in the direction away from the center of the heptagonal shape of the first embodiment. Further, the pinion portion 254 rotates in a predetermined direction (for example, the arrow direction shown in FIG. 34 ), and the fifth main body 250 supporting the fifth liquid crystal panel 115 is a guide that engages with the guide portion 262 a of the sixth main body 260. The movement direction is restricted by the portion 253 such that the side edge of the base 251 adjacent to the sixth main body 260 extends, and the movement moves away from the center of the heptagonal shape of the first embodiment.

By such an operation of the driving device 200C, the liquid crystal display device 11C has the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, and the sixth liquid crystal panel. The 116 and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 respectively rotate in the same direction to change to the second form in which the heptagonal opening is formed in the central region, and the state shown in FIG. 35 is obtained.

As described above, the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 are integrated. It is possible to adopt a plurality of arrangement forms, and at least a part of the display means adjacent to each other can be in contact with each other to be integrally arranged, and while maintaining the contact state or the approach state with other display means by the driving means. It functions as an example of a plurality of operating display means. Further, the liquid crystal display device 11C has N display means, and by the drive means, one apex of the N display means is close to each other, and the outer shape is in an N-gonal shape. The N display means each rotate in the same direction, and function as an example of a display device that changes to the second form in which an N-gonal opening is formed in the central region.

Further, the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 are individually provided. Since the motors 300 are individually moved by driving, it is possible to perform fine movement control (control in which the movement speed is increased stepwise), and compared with the case where many liquid crystal panels are moved by a small number of motors. Since the load on each liquid crystal panel can be reduced, the load on the cable connected to the liquid crystal panel is also reduced, and the disconnection of the cable can be prevented. Further, the liquid crystal panel can be operated more stably.

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) uses the first speed at any one of a plurality of types of moving speeds (for example, maximum speed, minimum speed, intermediate speed intermediate between maximum speed and minimum speed). Liquid crystal panel 111, second liquid crystal panel 112, third liquid crystal panel 113, fourth liquid crystal panel 114, fifth liquid crystal panel 115, sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and seventh liquid crystal panel 117 (hereinafter also referred to as first liquid crystal panel 111 and the like). .) may be controlled. In this case, the sub-control circuit 101 controls to move the first liquid crystal panel 111 or the like at a speed determined according to the gaming state or the internal winning combination (for example, sign indication, expectation degree indication, bonus, AT notification, etc.). I do. As a result, the effect image of the first liquid crystal panel 111 or the like and the moving speed can be made to have a relation or a law, and the variation of the game can be increased.
[Display control]
Next, display control of the liquid crystal display device 11C by the sub control circuit 101 will be described. FIG. 37 is a diagram showing an example of an effect image in the liquid crystal display device according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 37(a) shows a liquid crystal display device of the first embodiment in which one apex of seven liquid crystal panels are close to each other and the outer shape is a heptagonal shape, and FIG. 37(b) shows seven liquid crystal panels. The liquid crystal display device according to the second embodiment is shown in which the heptagonal openings are formed in the central region by rotating in the same direction.

For example, in the liquid crystal display device 11C, in the first mode, as shown in FIG. 37A, the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, and the fifth liquid crystal. One apex of the panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 are close to each other, and the external shape is a heptagonal shape. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) causes the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel to respond to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 display area 11a in one display screen, the effect image in the display area 11a. Control to display. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 37A, the sub control circuit 101 includes a first liquid crystal panel 111, a second liquid crystal panel 112, a third liquid crystal panel 113, a fourth liquid crystal panel 114, a fifth liquid crystal panel 115, and a sixth liquid crystal panel 115. An image showing one motif (in the example shown in FIG. 37(a), an image of a fireworks display) as an effect image with the display area 11a of the liquid crystal panel 116 and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 as one screen is displayed in the display area 11a. indicate.

Then, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) uses the plurality of motors of the drive device 200C (see FIG. 34) according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). The first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116 and the sixth liquid crystal panel 116 An image obtained by dividing one motif as an effect image having the display area 11a of the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 as one screen (in the example shown in FIG. 37(b), an image showing a state where fireworks are scattered) is displayed in the display area. 11a.

FIG. 38 is a diagram showing an example of an effect image in the liquid crystal display device according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. 38A shows an effect image at the time of starting the effect in the second mode of the liquid crystal display device, and FIG. 38B shows a change with time of the effect image at the time of starting the effect shown in FIG. 38A. 39 and 40 are diagrams showing an example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. In FIG. 37(b), an afterglow image showing a state in which fireworks are scattered is displayed on all of the liquid crystal panels 111 to 117, but the present invention is not limited to this mode, and any one or arbitrary plural liquid crystal panels may be displayed. It is possible to display only for a limited time. Further, when the liquid crystal panel is in the position of the second form shown in FIG. 37(b), it is possible to produce an effect in which one liquid crystal panel or a plurality of liquid crystal panels spills over to other panels. As a specific example, as shown in FIG. 38, the afterglow displayed on the first liquid crystal panel 111 is displayed in order to express how the afterglow of the firework (an image showing the scattered state of the firework) slowly falls. It is possible to produce a series of animations showing how the afterglow of the light falls on the second liquid crystal panel 112 and then falls on the third liquid crystal panel 113. Then, when the display of all the afterglows is completed, the plurality of liquid crystal panels are changed to the first form (see FIG. 34) in which the liquid crystal panels are assembled with each other, thereby providing a more impressive presentation in which the image expression and the movement of the liquid crystal are linked. be able to. As described above, by performing the returning operation to the first mode (initial state) based on the display content of the second mode, it is possible to enhance the interest of the effect of moving the display means having a more specific shape. Note that the above specific example is merely an example, and depending on the content of the effect, the display effect may be returned to the first mode while the display effect in the second mode continues. In addition, as shown in FIG. 39, “bell”, “replay”, “watermelon”, “cherry”, “miss”, “bonus”, “chance”, etc. on each of the liquid crystal panels 111 to 117 in the second mode. By displaying the symbols corresponding to the winning combination and the gaming state one by one on one liquid crystal panel, and continuing to display the symbol for a certain time even while each liquid crystal panel rotates when returning to the first form, It is possible to perform roulette effect that makes the movement of the entire movable LCD panel look like roulette. In this case, as shown in FIG. 40, when returning to the first mode, as the background image, for example, fireworks explode, and one or two of the symbol images according to the game state are displayed large in the liquid crystal in the aggregate state. Then it is effective. In addition, in the example shown in FIG. 40, a symbol indicating that the fireworks have exploded and is a hit is displayed, but a symbol indicating that the fireworks are not fired and is lost according to the winning combination or the gaming state is displayed. It may be displayed. With such an effect, it is possible to provide the player with a novel impression of the game machine by taking advantage of the shape change at the time of the discrete/collection due to the special shape.

In this way, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) functions as an example of a display control unit that controls the display of the effect image with the display areas of the plurality of display units as one screen.

FIG. 41 is a diagram showing another example of effects in the liquid crystal display device according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. In another example of the fourth embodiment, the accessory 118 is provided on the back side of the liquid crystal display device 11C. That is, the accessory 118 is a liquid crystal display device 11C having seven liquid crystal panels (first liquid crystal panel 111, second liquid crystal panel 112, third liquid crystal panel 113, fourth liquid crystal panel 114, fifth liquid crystal panel 115, sixth liquid crystal panel 115). When one apex of the panel 116 and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117) are close to each other and the outer shape is in the state of a heptagon, it is not visible to the player. Then, under the control of the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), the seven liquid crystal panels of the liquid crystal display device 11C are respectively rotated in the same direction, and a heptagonal opening is formed in the central region. Then, the accessory 118 provided on the back surface side of the liquid crystal display device 11C becomes visible to the player through the heptagonal opening formed in the central region of the liquid crystal display device 11C, and the state shown in FIG. 41 is obtained. Become. As a result, when a plurality of liquid crystal panels are interlocked and rotated so that the liquid crystal display device maintains its integral form and is changed from one form to another, it cannot be visually recognized by the player in one form. The modified accessory can be visually recognized in another form after the change. Therefore, it is possible to improve the performance of deforming while maintaining the integral form of the liquid crystal display device including a plurality of liquid crystal panels.

<A game machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the fourth embodiment>
The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the fourth embodiment. FIG. 42 is a perspective view showing the outer appearance of a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modification of the fourth embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 42, a pachinko machine 1C′ according to a modified example of the fourth embodiment has a first liquid crystal panel 111, a second liquid crystal panel 112, a third liquid crystal panel 113, a fourth liquid crystal panel 114, and a fifth liquid crystal panel. 115, a sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and a seventh liquid crystal panel 117. These liquid crystal panels can be arranged in a plurality of integrated forms, and at least a part of adjacent liquid crystal panels contact each other. A liquid crystal display device 11C that can be integrally arranged and that operates while being in contact with or approaching another liquid crystal panel by the drive device 200C is provided.

43 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a main control circuit and a sub control circuit of a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the fourth embodiment of the present invention. In the pachinko machine 1C', the main control unit 30 as a control means for controlling the progress of the game includes a main CPU 31 and the like, and in the main control unit 30, a special symbol display device 310, a normal symbol display device 311, a special symbol reservation display Device 312, normal symbol hold display device 313, count sensor 314, general winning ball sensor 315, passing ball sensor 316, starting winning ball sensor 317, ordinary electric accessory solenoid 318, special winning opening solenoid 319, backup clear switch 320, payout The firing control circuit 500, the payout device 510, the firing device 520, etc. are connected. In the pachinko machine 1C′, the sub control unit 80 to which a command is transmitted from the main control unit 30 includes a sub CPU 81, a program ROM 82, a work RAM 83, a display control circuit 410, a voice control circuit 420, an LED control circuit 430, and a drive control circuit. 440 and the like. The liquid crystal display device 11C is connected to the display control circuit 410. The motor 300 of the drive device 200C is connected to the drive control circuit 440.

The sub-control unit 80 is controlled by the drive device 200C similar to the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) described above, and the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, and the third liquid crystal panel 113 shown in FIG. The liquid crystal display device 11C according to the first embodiment in which the apexes of the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 are close to each other and the outer shape is a heptagonal shape. The liquid crystal panel is rotated in the same direction to change to a second form in which a heptagonal opening is formed in the central region.

Further, the sub control unit 80 performs the same control as that of the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) described above, and the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, and the fourth liquid crystal panel 113 shown in FIG. 42. The display image is controlled so that the display area 11a of the liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 is one screen.

According to 4th Embodiment, there exist the following effects. According to the pachi-slot machine 1C or the pachinko machine 1C′, the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 116. The liquid crystal panel 117 operates in a state where the liquid crystal panels 117 are not completely separated and are in contact with or close to each other, and a part of the adjacent liquid crystal panels are in contact with or close to each other to maintain an integrated state, and the form is changed. As a result, the liquid crystal display device 11C is changed to another form having an integral design with a certain design, but before and after the change, the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal panel 112. An effect image can be displayed with the display area 11a of the liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 as one screen. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying an impressive effect image.

Further, according to the pachi-slot machine 1C or the pachinko machine 1C′, the liquid crystal display device 11C has the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, and the fourth liquid crystal panel 114 which are formed in the same shape. , The fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 rotate while slidingly contacting other adjacent liquid crystal panels, respectively. Therefore, the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the The 3rd liquid crystal panel 113, the 4th liquid crystal panel 114, the 5th liquid crystal panel 115, the 6th liquid crystal panel 116, and the 7th liquid crystal panel 117 perform the same operation, and change to another form having a certain design as a whole. The display of the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 before and after the change. An effect image can be displayed with the area 11a as one screen. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.

According to the pachi-slot machine 1C or the pachinko machine 1C′, the liquid crystal display device 11C is changed from the first form in which the outer shape is a heptagonal shape to the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, and the third liquid crystal. By rotating the panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 in the same direction, a heptagonal opening is formed in the central region. In the second form, before and after the change, the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the sixth liquid crystal panel 116. 7 It is possible to display an effect image with the display area 11a of the liquid crystal panel 117 as one screen. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.

It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments and modified examples. For example, in the fourth embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 11C forms a heptagon as a whole by seven liquid crystal panels formed in an isosceles triangular shape, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the liquid crystal panel may have an arbitrary shape. Can be For example, the liquid crystal display device 11C may form a hexagon as a whole by six liquid crystal panels formed by equilateral triangles, or at least a part of liquid crystal panels formed by arbitrary shapes such as a plurality of square shapes. May be brought into contact with each other and arranged integrally.

Further, in the fourth embodiment, the driving device 200C includes the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the sixth liquid crystal panel 116. The seven liquid crystal panels 117 are individually moved by their respective drive systems. However, the driving device 200C is not limited to this, and the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 116. All the liquid crystal panels may be moved by one driving system by engaging the adjacent side edges of the liquid crystal panel 117. As a result, an effect with a sense of unity by all the liquid crystal panels is possible, and a more impressive effect image can be displayed. Further, by using one drive system, the control load can be reduced as compared with the case of synchronizing a plurality of drive systems.

In the fourth embodiment, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) synchronizes the pinion unit 214, the pinion unit 224, the pinion unit 234, the pinion unit 244, the pinion unit 254, the pinion unit 264, and the pinion unit 274. By rotating the first liquid crystal panel 111, the second liquid crystal panel 112, the third liquid crystal panel 113, the fourth liquid crystal panel 114, the fifth liquid crystal panel 115, the sixth liquid crystal panel 116, and the seventh liquid crystal panel 117 at the same timing. However, the liquid crystal panels may be moved at different timings. As a result, it is possible to increase the production variation and improve the interest of the game. In addition, the game state or the internal winning combination is associated with the operation timing or operation pattern of the first liquid crystal panel 111 or the like, and, for example, the operation timing of the first liquid crystal panel 111 or the like according to the degree of expectation for the bonus or the like. By providing a different operation pattern, the operation of the liquid crystal panel can be deeply impressed on the player.

Further, the mechanism of rotating and separating a plurality of members engaged with each other in the fourth embodiment can also be used for a movable decorative member other than the liquid crystal panel. In this case, the operation mode of the movable decorative member enhances the enjoyment of the game. It becomes possible. Conventionally, there has been a demand for a gaming machine with improved playability in various operating modes of the accessory, but by using the mechanism of this embodiment, a gaming machine provided with a movable object that operates in a fresh operating pattern is provided. It becomes possible.

(Fifth Embodiment)
<Function flow of pachi-slot machine>
A pachi-slot machine which is a gaming machine showing a fifth embodiment of the present invention will be described. The functional flow of the pachi-slot machine, which is the gaming machine according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention, is the same as that of the first embodiment, and therefore the description thereof is omitted. Further, in the following description of the fifth embodiment, the description of the same configuration as the first embodiment will be omitted.

<Structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, with reference to FIG. 44, an external structure of the pachi-slot machine in the fifth embodiment will be described. The pachi-slot machine 1D of the fifth embodiment includes a liquid crystal display device 11D and a drive device 200D different from the liquid crystal display device 11 and the drive device 200 (see FIG. 2) of the first embodiment.

[Appearance structure]
FIG. 44 is a perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine 1D. As shown in FIG. 44, in the pachi-slot machine 1D, the liquid crystal display device 11D is, for example, on the display area 11a formed on the front side (the front side of the pachi-slot machine 1D, the surface facing the player). It is attached to the upper part of the door body 9 of the front door 2b so as to display an image related to the effect and information about the game. The liquid crystal display device 11D can perform an effect by displaying a video, and can also display gaming machine information such as customization of a gaming machine and a gaming history. Further, the hall menu is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11D in accordance with the operation of the manager of the game arcade. In this case, the liquid crystal display device 11D can be configured with a touch panel, and buttons and the like that can be operated by the administrator can be displayed in the hall menu. Further, as will be described later in detail, the liquid crystal display device 11D is a fixed liquid crystal panel 110 as a fixed display unit fixedly arranged as a display unit capable of displaying an effect image in a game in a display area 11a formed on the front surface. And a first movable liquid crystal panel 111 and a second movable liquid crystal panel 112 as movable display means movable around the fixed liquid crystal panel 110. The first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 move around the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 by the driving device 200D.

Further, the front door 2b has a display window 4 through which a part of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R can be visually recognized. The display window 4 is composed of three left display windows 4L corresponding to the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R, a middle display window 4C, and a right display window 4R.

These display windows 4L, 4C, 4R are provided at positions overlapping the arrangement area of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R as viewed from the front (player side), and in front of the three reels (player side). ) Is provided. Therefore, the player can visually recognize the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R provided behind the display window 4 through the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. Further, as will be described later in detail, the drive device 200D (see FIG. 46) is provided on the back surface (the surface opposite to the front surface side) of the liquid crystal display device 11D. Therefore, the player cannot visually recognize the drive device 200D.

A protective glass 6 is arranged on the front side of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 11D described above. As a result, the player cannot directly touch the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 11D.

The stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are used when performing an operation related to information displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11D, and are used when performing a selection operation on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11D, for example. .. Hereinafter, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are referred to as the left stop button 17L, the middle stop button 17C, and the right stop button 17R, respectively.

The select button and the enter button are used when performing various operations on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11D.

<Electrical structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, regarding the electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1D, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 45 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1D.

The 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 stores a history of opening/closing of the front door 2b. Further, the 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 outputs a signal for displaying an error on the liquid crystal display device 11D to the sub control board 42 (sub control circuit 101) when the front door 2b is opened.

The drive control board 78 drives the drive device 200D according to the effect executed by the control of the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5). The drive device 200D is driven and controlled by the drive control board 78 to move a first movable liquid crystal panel 111 and a second movable liquid crystal panel 112 (see FIG. 46) of the liquid crystal display device 11D described later.

A ROM cartridge substrate 76 and a liquid crystal relay substrate 77 are connected to the sub control substrate 42. The ROM cartridge board 76 is a board for managing image (video) for presentation, sound, light (LED group 25), driving of the driving device 200D, and communication data. The liquid crystal relay board 77 is a board that relays the wiring that connects the sub-control board 42 and the liquid crystal display device 11D.

<Main control circuit>
Next, the main control circuit 91 configured by the main control board 41 is similar to that of the first embodiment shown in FIG.

<Sub control circuit>
Next, with respect to the sub control circuit 101 configured by the sub control board 42, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

The sub-control circuit 101 as a sub-control unit is electrically connected to the main control circuit 91, performs processing such as determination and execution of effect contents based on a command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91, The peripheral devices such as the liquid crystal display device 11D, the driving device 200D, the LED group 25, and the speakers 23L and 23R shown in FIG. 45 are controlled. The sub control circuit 101 basically includes a sub CPU 102, a sub RAM 103, a rendering processor 104, a drawing RAM 105, and a driver 106.

The sub CPU 102 responds to a command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) according to a control program stored in the ROM cartridge board 76, and outputs sound, light, and display control of the liquid crystal display device 11D. The drive of the drive device 200D (see FIG. 45) is controlled. The ROM cartridge board 76 basically includes a program storage area and a data storage area.

A control program executed by the sub CPU 102 is stored in the program storage area. For example, in the control program, a main board communication task for controlling communication with the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) and a random number value for effect are extracted, and effect contents (effect data) are determined and registered. The production registration task for is included. Further, a drawing control task for controlling display of an image by the liquid crystal display device 11D (see FIG. 44) based on the decided effect contents, a first moving liquid crystal panel 111 of the liquid crystal display device 11D by the drive device 200D (see FIG. 45), and A drive control task that controls the movement of the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 (see FIG. 46), a lamp control task that controls the output of light by a light source such as the LED group 25 (see FIG. 45), and the output of sound by the speakers 23L and 23R. A voice control task for controlling the. In this way, the sub CPU 102 functions as an example of a drive control unit that drives and controls the drive device 200D.

The data storage area includes a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing effect data constituting each effect content, and a storage area for storing animation data related to image creation. In addition, a storage area for storing sound data regarding BGM and sound effects, a storage area for storing lamp data regarding a pattern of turning on/off light, and the like are included.

The sub RAM 103 is provided with a storage area for registering the determined effect contents and effect data, and a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 91.

The sub CPU 102, the rendering processor 104, the drawing RAM (including a frame buffer) 105, and the driver 106 create a video according to the animation data specified by the effect contents, and display the created video on the liquid crystal display device 11D. In addition, the sub CPU 102 moves the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 (see FIG. 46) by driving and controlling the driving device 200D in accordance with the driving data specified by the effect contents.

In addition, the sub CPU 102 causes the speakers 23L and 23R to output sounds such as BGM according to the sound data specified by the effect contents. In addition, the sub CPU 102 controls lighting and extinguishing of the LED group 25 in accordance with the lamp data specified by the effect contents.

<Liquid crystal display device and driving device>
Next, the liquid crystal display device 11D and the driving device 200D will be described. FIG. 46 is a rear view of the liquid crystal display device and the driving device of the pachi-slot machine according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. 46A shows the moving liquid crystal panel and the initial state of the moving liquid crystal panel, and FIG. 46B shows the moving liquid crystal panel and the state where the moving liquid crystal panel has moved from the initial state.

[Liquid crystal display]
A liquid crystal display device 11D as a display unit includes a fixed liquid crystal panel 110 as a fixed display unit, a first movable liquid crystal panel 111 as a first movable display unit, and a second movable liquid crystal panel 112 as a second movable display unit. , Is provided. The first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are arranged adjacent to the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, and can be moved around the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 by the driving device 200D. The first movable liquid crystal panel 111 and the second movable liquid crystal panel 112 are arranged adjacent to the fixed display means and function as an example of the movable display means that can be moved around the fixed display means by the driving means.

The fixed liquid crystal panel 110 is fixedly arranged on the front door 2b (see FIG. 44) by a shaft portion 210 of a drive device 200D described later, and its outer shape is circular when viewed from the front side.

The first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are provided symmetrically with respect to the display area 11a (see FIG. 44) of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110. Further, in the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112, the shapes of the side edges 111 a and the side edges 112 a adjacent to the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 are formed so as to follow the outer shape of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110. The other side edges are formed in an arc shape. That is, the outer shapes of the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are formed in a substantially crescent shape. The first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are driven by the driving device 200D which is driven and controlled by the sub CPU 102 so as to have an initial state (for example, the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 and the first moving liquid crystal panel 111) shown in FIG. And the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 is arranged in a predetermined direction (horizontal direction in the example shown in FIG. 46A) to a moving state shown in FIG. 46B (for example, fixed liquid crystal panel 110, first movement). The liquid crystal panel 111 and the second movable liquid crystal panel 112 can be moved in a state of being arranged in a direction different from the predetermined direction (vertical direction in the example shown in FIG. 46B).

[Drive device]
FIG. 47 is a sectional view taken along the line AA′ in FIG. The drive device 200D is provided on the back surface which is the surface opposite to the surface of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111, and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 on which the display area 11a is formed, and the shaft portion 210, The 1st drive part 220, the 2nd drive part 230, and the motor 240 (refer FIG. 45) are provided.

The shaft portion 210 is formed of a columnar body extending from the rear surface side to the front surface side, the rear surface side end portion is fixed to the front door 2b (see FIG. 44), and the front surface side end portion is substantially in the center of the rear surface of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110. It is fixed.

The first driving part 220 is rotatably supported by the shaft part 210, and is engaged with the first liquid crystal panel supporting part 221 fixed to the back surface of the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the first liquid crystal panel supporting part 221. A first gear 222 that is rotated by driving a motor 240 (see FIG. 45). The first liquid crystal panel support portion 221 includes a first support portion 221a and a first gear portion 221b. The first support portion 221a has a base end rotatably supported by the shaft portion 210, extends in the direction of the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 in a state in which a gap is formed between the rear surface of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 and the first moving portion 221a. It is fixed to the back surface of the liquid crystal panel 111. The first gear portion 221b is formed in a gear shape, is rotatably supported by the shaft portion 210, is fixed to the base end side of the first support portion 221a, and is engaged with the first gear 222.

The second driving unit 230 is disposed on the back side of the first driving unit 220, is rotatably supported by the shaft unit 210, and is fixed to the back surface of the second moving liquid crystal panel 112. A second gear 232 that engages with the second liquid crystal panel support portion 231 and that is rotated by the drive of the motor 240 (see FIG. 45). The second liquid crystal panel support portion 231 includes a second support portion 231a and a second gear portion 231b. The second support portion 231a has a base end rotatably supported by the shaft portion 210 and extends in the direction of the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 with a gap between the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 and the back surfaces of the first driving portion 220. The front end side is fixed to the back surface of the second moving liquid crystal panel 112. The second gear portion 231b is formed in a gear shape, is rotatably supported by the shaft portion 210, is fixed to the base end side of the second support portion 231a, and is engaged with the second gear portion 231b.

The motor 240 (see FIG. 45) is driven by the drive control board 78 (see FIG. 45) controlled by the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) to rotate the first gear 222 and the second gear 232 in synchronization. ..

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), which is an example of the drive control means, determines the effect content based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4), and according to the determined effect content, The plurality of motors 240 (see FIG. 45) are rotationally driven in their respective predetermined directions to synchronize and rotate the first gear 222 and the second gear 232. The sub-control circuit 101 may drive the motor 240 (see FIG. 45) by the number of steps according to the preset effect contents, or the first liquid crystal panel support portion 221 and the second liquid crystal panel support portion 231. When a photo sensor is provided in the photo sensor, the positions of the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are detected based on the input signal detected by the photo sensor, and the motor 240 is driven according to the detected positions. May be.

[Drive control]
Next, the operation of the liquid crystal display device 11D by the drive device 200D will be described. For example, in the liquid crystal display device 11D, in the initial state, as shown in FIG. 46A, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are arranged on the horizontal line with the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 interposed therebetween. ing. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) causes the plurality of motors 240 to move in respective predetermined directions in accordance with the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). Drive in rotation. As a result, the first gear 222 that engages with the first liquid crystal panel support portion 221 and the second gear 232 that engages with the second liquid crystal panel support portion 231 rotate in synchronization. Then, the first liquid crystal panel support portion 221 and the second liquid crystal panel support portion 231 rotate about the shaft portion 210. As a result, as shown in FIG. 46(b), the first movable liquid crystal panel 111 and the second movable liquid crystal panel 112 rotate about the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, and sandwich the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 so as to be on a vertical line. It will be placed and moved.

In this way, the drive device 200D rotates the first moving display means and the second moving display means arranged on the horizontal line with the fixed display means sandwiched therebetween, and the fixed display means is sandwiched therebetween. Thus, it functions as an example of a drive unit that moves the unit so that it is arranged on the vertical line.

[Display control]
Next, display control of the liquid crystal display device 11D by the sub control circuit 101 will be described. FIG. 48 is a diagram showing an example of an effect image in the liquid crystal display device according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 48(a) shows a state in which the first moving liquid crystal panel and the second moving liquid crystal panel are arranged on the horizontal line with the fixed liquid crystal panel interposed therebetween, and FIG. 48(b) shows the first moving liquid crystal panel and the second moving liquid crystal panel. The movable liquid crystal panel is arranged on a vertical line with the fixed liquid crystal panel interposed therebetween.

For example, in the liquid crystal display device 11D, in the initial state, as shown in FIG. 48A, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are arranged on the horizontal line with the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 interposed therebetween. It is arranged in a closed state. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) causes the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 and the first moving liquid crystal panel to respond to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). Control is performed to display an effect image in which the display area 11a of the 111 and second moving liquid crystal panel 112 is one screen in the display area 11a. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 48A, the sub-control circuit 101 uses the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111, and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 as a single screen with the display area 11a as a landscape image and is horizontally long. Is displayed in the display area 11a.

Then, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) uses the plurality of motors of the drive device 200D (see FIG. 46) according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). At the timing when 240 is driven to rotate in each predetermined direction, an effect image in which the display area 11a of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 is one screen is changed from a horizontally long image to a vertically long image. Display control is performed to change the image.

In this way, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) functions as an example of a display control unit that controls the display of an effect image with the display areas of the fixed display unit and the moving display unit as one screen.

FIG. 49 is a diagram showing another example of the effect image in the liquid crystal display device according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. The sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) may continue rotating the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 in a predetermined direction. In this case, as shown in FIG. 49, the sub-control circuit 101 displays different character images in the display areas 11a of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111, and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112, for example. Specifically, on the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112, the respective characters are running in the same direction as the rotation direction of the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112. On the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, a predetermined part of another character (for example, eyes in the example shown in FIG. 49) and other images (for example, arrows showing a line of sight in the example shown in FIG. 49) are displayed. An image is displayed which faces the same direction as the character displayed on the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 and moves in synchronization with the movement of the second moving liquid crystal panel 112. As a result, the character displayed on the second moving liquid crystal panel 111 is followed by the character displayed on the second moving liquid crystal panel 112, and the character displayed on the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 is changed to the second moving liquid crystal panel 112. It is possible to display an effect image of continuously staring at the character displayed at. Note that, in the example shown in FIG. 49, a humanoid character is displayed, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the characters can be rotated about an axis while keeping a certain distance from each other. Any motif can be used, such as animals (eg, cats and mice around pillars) and vehicles (eg, escape cars and police cars around buildings). In this way, by expressing the motion mode of the character displayed on the liquid crystal panel by rotating the liquid crystal panel itself, compared to the case where the motion mode of the character is expressed only by the moving image in the conventional fixed liquid crystal panel, A particularly impressive production is possible.

<A game machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the fifth embodiment>
The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the fifth embodiment. FIG. 50 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the fifth embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 50, in a pachinko machine 1D′ according to a modified example of the fifth embodiment, a first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and a second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are arranged adjacent to a fixed liquid crystal panel 110, and a driving device. A liquid crystal display device 11D that can move around the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 is provided by 200D.

FIG. 51 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a main control circuit and a sub control circuit of a gaming machine (pachinko) according to a modified example of the fifth embodiment of the present invention. In the pachinko machine 1D', a main control unit 30 as a control means for controlling the progress of the game includes a main CPU 31 and the like, and in the main control unit 30, a special symbol display device 310, a normal symbol display device 311, a special symbol reservation display Device 312, normal symbol hold display device 313, count sensor 314, general winning ball sensor 315, passing ball sensor 316, starting winning ball sensor 317, ordinary electric accessory solenoid 318, special winning opening solenoid 319, backup clear switch 320, payout The firing control circuit 500, the payout device 510, the firing device 520, etc. are connected. Further, in the pachinko machine 1D′, the sub control unit 80 to which the command is transmitted from the main control unit 30 includes the sub CPU 81, the program ROM 82, the work RAM 83, the display control circuit 410, the sound control circuit 420, the LED control circuit 430, and the drive control circuit. 440 and the like. The liquid crystal display device 11D is connected to the display control circuit 410. The motor 240 of the drive device 200D is connected to the drive control circuit 440.

The sub-control unit 80 is controlled by the drive device 200D similar to the above-described sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), and around the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 (see FIG. 50), the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 (see FIG. 50). ) And the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 (see FIG. 50) are moved.

The sub-control unit 80 also controls the display areas 11a of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111, and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 to one by the same control as the above-described sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5). The display control of the effect image used as the screen is performed.

According to the fifth embodiment, the following operational effects are exhibited. According to the pachi-slot machine 1D or the pachinko machine 1D′, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are moved around the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, and the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the fixed liquid crystal panel adjacent to each other are moved. An effect image can be displayed with the display area 11a of the panel 110 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 as one screen. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying an impressive effect image.

Further, according to the pachi-slot machine 1D or the pachinko machine 1D′, the display areas 11a of the first moving liquid crystal panel 111, the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 configured as one screen on which the effect image is displayed. Of these, the central display area 11a (the display area 11a of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110) is not moved, and the display areas 11a at both ends (the display areas 11a of the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112) are horizontally positioned. It is possible to move from to the vertical position. Therefore, for example, by moving the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112, an effect image that spreads horizontally around a predetermined character becomes an effect image that spreads vertically around the predetermined character. It is possible to make a transition. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.

According to the pachi-slot machine 1D or the pachinko machine 1D′, the first movable liquid crystal panel 111 and the second movable liquid crystal panel 112 are movable along the outer shape of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110. The driving device 200D that moves the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 is provided on the back surface of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111, and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112. Therefore, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are moved to the player who views the display area 11a of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111, and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 from the front side. The first moving liquid crystal panel 111, the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, and the second moving liquid crystal are rotated while rotating the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 around the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 without showing the driving device 200D. It is possible to perform an effect using an effect image with the display area 11a of the panel 112 as one screen. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.

It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments and modified examples. For example, in the fifth embodiment, the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111, and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 have the outer shapes of the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 in a circular shape, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111, and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112, respectively. Although the panel 112 is formed in a substantially crescent shape, the shape is not limited to this and may be any shape such as a quadrangle or a triangle.

In addition, in the fifth embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 11D includes two moving liquid crystal panels that move around the fixed liquid crystal panel 110, but the number of moving liquid crystal panels is not limited to this, and one or more moving liquid crystal panels may be provided. You may prepare. For example, when one moving liquid crystal panel is used, the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) displays an image of what rotates the rotating body on the fixed liquid crystal panel 110 (for example, a character imitating a player who throws a hammer). The image of the rotating body (for example, a hammer) is displayed on the moving panel. In this case, the game state and the internal winning combination are made to correspond to the rotation speed and rotation speed of the moving panel, and for example, the rotation speed and rotation speed of the moving panel are changed according to the degree of expectation for the bonus. This makes it possible to give the player a deeper impression of the operation of the liquid crystal panel.

Further, in the fifth embodiment, the driving device 200D moves the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 by two driving systems of the first driving unit 220 and the second driving unit 230, respectively. There is. However, the driving device 200D is not limited to this, and the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 are fixed to both ends of one supporting portion, and the supporting portions are rotated to move the first moving liquid crystal panel. The panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 may be moved together. Further, the driving device 200D may have any configuration as long as the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 can be moved.

In addition, in the fifth embodiment, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) rotates the first gear 222 and the second gear 232 in synchronization with each other, so that the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112. Are moved at the same timing, but not limited to this, the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112 may be moved at different timings, or only one of them may be moved. As a result, the number of production variations is increased and the enjoyment of the game can be improved. In addition, the gaming state and the internal winning combination are associated with the operation timings and operation patterns of the first moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112, for example, according to the degree of expectation for the bonus and the like. By providing a difference in the operation timing and operation pattern of the moving liquid crystal panel 111 and the second moving liquid crystal panel 112, the operation of the liquid crystal panel can be deeply impressed on the player.

(Sixth Embodiment)
<Function flow of pachi-slot machine>
A pachi-slot machine which is a gaming machine showing a sixth embodiment of the present invention will be described. In addition, in the following description of the sixth embodiment, the description of the same configuration as the first embodiment will be omitted. First, with reference to FIG. 52, a functional flow according to the sixth embodiment of the gaming machine will be described. The functional flow according to the sixth embodiment is, in a series of flows, displaying an image performed by an image display device such as a liquid crystal display device and an operation unit liquid crystal display device, driving an operation unit by a drive device, and performing light by various lamps. Is different from the functional flow according to the first embodiment (see FIG. 1) in that various effects are performed by using the output of the above, the output of the sound performed by the speaker, or a combination thereof.

<Structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, with reference to FIG. 53, an external structure of the pachi-slot machine according to the sixth embodiment will be described. The pachi-slot machine 1E of the sixth embodiment includes a liquid crystal display device 11E different from the liquid crystal display device 11 and the drive device 200 (see FIG. 2) of the first embodiment, an operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, and a drive device 200E.

[Appearance structure]
FIG. 53 is an overall perspective view showing the external structure of the pachi-slot machine 1E. As shown in FIG. 53, in the pachi-slot machine 1E, the liquid crystal display device 11E is, for example, the front side (the front side of the pachi-slot machine 1E, the surface facing the player), the image relating to the effect on the game, and the information regarding the game. Is attached to the upper part of the door body 9 of the front door 2b. Further, the lower end side edge of the liquid crystal display device 11E is formed in a shape close to the effect button 19 described later and along the shape of the upper end side edge of the effect button 19.

The liquid crystal display device 11E is capable of displaying game table information such as customization of a game machine and a game history, in addition to performing an effect by displaying an image. In addition, a hall menu is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11E in accordance with the operation of the manager of the game arcade. In this case, the liquid crystal display device 11E can be configured with a touch panel, and buttons and the like that can be operated by the administrator can be displayed in the hall menu.

A pedestal portion 10, which is an example of an operation portion, is formed in the center of the door body 9. On this pedestal portion 10, various devices (medal slot 13, MAX bet button 14, 1 bet button 15, start lever 16, stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R, selection buttons, which are examples of operation means operable by a player, are selected. Buttons, decision buttons, etc.) are provided. Note that the operation means is not limited to the button, and may be any configuration that can be operated by the player, such as a lever, a handle, a touch panel, and an accessory capable of detecting a motion.

The effect button 19, the select button, and the enter button are used when performing various operations on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11E. In addition, the effect button 19 is not limited to the structure capable of emitting light, and may be formed of, for example, a liquid crystal display device in which the shape of the display area can be arbitrarily formed, and formed in a shape of a predetermined character or a specific motif. .. In this case, by designing the effect button 19 so as to evoke a character, a part of a specific motif, or the like, the player can be more strongly impressed with the world view of the work that is the motif. In addition, it becomes an appeal to the surroundings, and the player can feel a sense of superiority.

In addition, the pedestal portion 10 is provided with an operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E that is movable in a direction in which it is separated from or close to the effect button 19. The operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is an example of a display unit and can display an effect image in a game in the display area 12a formed on the front surface. In the liquid crystal display device 12E, the display area 12a is arranged facing upward.

The operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is provided above the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R. That is, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is located between the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R, which are most noticed by the player, and near the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R closer to the player's hand. It is provided. As a result, it is easy for the player to see, and it is easy to check various kinds of information about the game without hindering the game or the pressing.

Further, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is composed of a liquid crystal display capable of forming the outer shape of the display area 12a in an arbitrary shape. Here, as described above, the pedestal portion 10 is limited to the medal insertion slot 13, the MAX bet button 14, the 1 bet button 15, the start lever 16, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R, the selection button, the decision button, and the like. Must be placed in space. However, it is better to make the decoration for production as wide as possible. Therefore, by forming the display region 12a of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E into a shape that matches the arrangement region of the pedestal unit 10, space saving of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E can be achieved, and design flexibility of the design layout can be achieved. Also improves.

Further, in the pedestal portion 10, in a region where the operation portion liquid crystal display device 12E moves, below the operation portion liquid crystal display device 12E, below the fixed decoration portion 300 (in the example shown in FIG. 53, below the operation portion liquid crystal display device 12E). And is invisible to the player.) and a light emitting unit 400 in which an LED group 25 described later is built in is provided.

Further, in the pedestal portion 10, a protection panel 121 formed of a transparent material is arranged above the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E in a region where the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E moves. As a result, the player cannot directly touch the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, the fixed decoration unit 300, and the issuing unit 400. Further, by moving the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, it is possible to prevent the player from being injured by pinching his/her finger or the like.

Further, as will be described later in detail, inside the pedestal portion 10 is provided a drive device 200E capable of moving the operation portion liquid crystal display device 12E in a direction of separating or approaching the operation button 19.

Alternatively, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E and the driving device 200E may be integrated into a unit, and this unit may be attached to the pedestal unit 10. Thereby, for example, when the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E or the drive device 200E fails, it is not necessary to replace the entire front door 2b by replacing only the unit, so that the maintenance cost of the gaming machine can be reduced.

<Electrical structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, with respect to the electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1E, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 54 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1E.

The 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 stores a history of opening/closing of the front door 2b. Further, the 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 outputs a signal for displaying an error on the liquid crystal display device 11E to the sub control board 42 (sub control circuit 101) when the front door 2b is opened.

The drive control board 78 drives the drive device 200E according to the effect executed by the control of the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5). The drive device 200E is driven and controlled by the drive control board 78 to move the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E described later.

A ROM cartridge substrate 76 and a liquid crystal relay substrate 77 are connected to the sub control substrate 42. The ROM cartridge board 76 is a board for managing image (video) for presentation, sound, light (LED group 25), driving of the driving device 200E, and communication data. The liquid crystal relay board 77 is a board that relays wirings that connect the sub-control board 42 to the liquid crystal display device 11E and the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E. Further, since the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E moves as will be described later, it is connected to the liquid crystal relay board 77 by a flexible harness. Further, the liquid crystal display device 11E and the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E may be connected to the sub-control board 42 via separate liquid crystal relay boards.

<Main control circuit>
The main control circuit 91 configured by the main control board 41 is similar to that of the first embodiment shown in FIG.

<Sub control circuit>
Next, with respect to the sub control circuit 101 configured by the sub control board 42, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

The sub-control circuit 101 as a sub-control unit is electrically connected to the main control circuit 91, performs processing such as determination and execution of effect contents based on a command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91, The liquid crystal display device 11E, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, the drive device 200E, the LED group 25, and the peripheral devices such as the speakers 23L and 23R shown in FIG. 54 are controlled. The sub control circuit 101 basically includes a sub CPU 102, a sub RAM 103, a rendering processor 104, a drawing RAM 105, and a driver 106. In addition, for example, when the power of the pachi-slot machine 1E is turned on, the sub control circuit 101 performs an operation check process of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E by the drive device 200E, and when it determines that there is a failure, displays error information in the operation unit liquid crystal display. It may be displayed on the device 12E to notify that the game cannot be played.

The sub CPU 102 responds to a command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) in accordance with a control program stored in the ROM cartridge board 76, sounds, a light emission mode of the LED group 25, the liquid crystal display device 11E, and the like. The display control of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E and the drive control of the drive device 200E (see FIG. 54) are performed. The ROM cartridge board 76 basically includes a program storage area and a data storage area.

A control program executed by the sub CPU 102 is stored in the program storage area. For example, in the control program, a main board communication task for controlling communication with the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) and a random number value for effect are extracted, and effect contents (effect data) are determined and registered. The production registration task for is included. Further, a drawing control task for controlling the display of images by the liquid crystal display device 11E and the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E (see FIG. 53) based on the determined effect contents, and the operation unit liquid crystal display device by the drive device 200E (see FIG. 54). A drive control task for controlling the movement of 12E, a lamp control task for controlling the light output by the light source such as the LED group 25 (see FIG. 54), a voice control task for controlling the sound output by the speakers 23L, 23R, and the like are included. .. Thus, the sub control circuit 101 is an example of a display control unit that controls the display of the display unit, and functions as an example of a drive control unit that controls the drive of the drive device 200E.

The data storage area includes a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing effect data constituting each effect content, and a storage area for storing animation data related to image creation. In addition, a storage area for storing sound data regarding BGM and sound effects, a storage area for storing lamp data regarding a pattern of turning on/off light, and the like are included.

The sub RAM 103 is provided with a storage area for registering the determined effect contents and effect data, and a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 91.

The sub CPU 102, the rendering processor 104, the drawing RAM (including a frame buffer) 105, and the driver 106 create a video according to the animation data specified by the effect contents, and the created video is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11E and the operation unit liquid crystal display device. Display on 12E. Further, the sub CPU 102 drives the driving device 200E in accordance with the driving data specified by the content of the effect, thereby moving the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E (see FIG. 53).

In addition, the sub CPU 102 causes the speakers 23L and 23R to output sounds such as BGM according to the sound data specified by the effect contents. In addition, the sub CPU 102 controls lighting and extinguishing of the LED group 25 in accordance with the lamp data specified by the effect contents.

<Operation unit liquid crystal display device and driving device>
Next, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E and the driving device 200E will be described. 55 and 56 are views for explaining the operation unit liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine according to the sixth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 55 shows a state in which the operation unit liquid crystal display device is arranged at the moving position, and FIG. 56 shows a state in which the operation unit liquid crystal display device is arranged at the moving position. FIG. 57 is a diagram illustrating an operation unit liquid crystal display device and a driving device of a pachi-slot machine according to the sixth embodiment of the present invention. 57(a) shows a state in which the operation unit liquid crystal display device is arranged at the initial position, FIG. 57(b) shows a state in which the operation unit liquid crystal display device is arranged at an intermediate position, and FIG. 57(c). The operation part liquid crystal display device is shown in a state in which it is arranged at a moving position.

[Operation unit liquid crystal display]
As shown in FIGS. 55 and 56, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E includes a plurality of operation means including the effect button 19 (medal slot 13, MAX bet button 14, 1 bet button 15, start lever 16 shown in FIG. 53). , Stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R, etc.) are provided on the pedestal portion 10, which is an example of an operation portion.

The operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is moved from the position separated from the effect button 19 (initial position) to a position (moving position) close to the effect button 19 by the drive device 200E serving as a drive unit in the pedestal part 10.

In addition, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is provided with a first special shape portion 121 formed on a side edge facing the effect button 19 and having substantially the same shape as a part of a side edge of the effect button 19. When the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is moved to a position (moving position) close to the effect button 19 by the drive device 200E, the first special shape part 121 is arranged around the effect button 19. When the effect button 19 is composed of a movable part that is contacted by the player and is movable, and a mounting part that supports the movable part, the first special shape part 121 is a part of the side edge of the movable part. It may be formed in substantially the same shape as, or may be formed in substantially the same shape as part of the side edge of the mounting portion.

Further, the operation portion liquid crystal display device 12E is arranged above the fixed decorative portion 300 shown in FIG. 56 and the light emitting portion 400 shown in FIG. 55 in the pedestal portion 10, and is arranged above the fixed decorative portion 300 in the initial position. As a result, the fixed decoration portion 300 is made invisible to the player, while the light emitting portion 400 is made visible to the player. In addition, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is arranged above the light emitting unit 400 in the moving position so that the light emitting unit 400 is invisible to the player, while the fixed decoration unit 300 is visible to the player. I am trying.

Further, in the operation portion liquid crystal display device 12E, the second special shape portion 122 formed in a shape substantially the same as a part of the lower side edge of the liquid crystal display device 11E is formed on the side edge connected to the first special shape portion 121. Has been formed. When the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is moved to a position (moving position) close to the effect button 19 by the drive device 200E, the second special shape part 122 comes close to the lower end of the liquid crystal display device 11E. As a result, when the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is moved to the moving position, the effect button 19 is surrounded by the liquid crystal display device 11E and the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, and the liquid crystal display device 11E and the operation unit liquid crystal display device are displayed. It is possible to perform an integrated production by the device 12E and the production button 19.

Also, there are a plurality of types of operation means (for example, effect button 19, medal slot 13, MAX bet button 14, 1 bet button 15, start lever 16, stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R, etc. shown in FIG. 53). The type of operation means and the display means (for example, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E or the like) movable by the drive means (for example, the drive device 200E or the like) are respectively provided at predetermined positions on the operation panel (for example, the pedestal portion 10 or the like). It can be arranged. Further, as one of the operation units, for example, it is possible to use an operation panel in which a plurality of types of operation means and display means are arranged at respective positions. With such a configuration, by moving the display means arranged on the operation panel together with the operation means that makes it easy for the player to gaze, the drive means moves the display means closer to the operation means. It is possible to make it easier to draw attention to the effect image of the moving display means.

[Drive device]
The drive device 200E is provided inside the pedestal portion 10 at both side edges in the left-right direction when viewed from the front of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, and separates the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E from the effect button 19 (initial position). ) To a position (moving position) close to the effect button 19.

Further, as shown in FIG. 57, in the sixth embodiment, the pedestal portion 10 has a reference surface 10a and an inclined surface 10b that is inclined by a predetermined angle with respect to the reference surface 10a and is continuous with the reference surface 10a. The drive device 200E arranges the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E in parallel with the reference surface 10a at a position separated from the effect button 19 (initial position) and as an inclined surface 10b at a position close to the effect button 19 (moving position). Place them in parallel.

As shown in FIG. 57, the drive device 200E includes a rack 220, a pinion 230, a guide 240, a motor 250 (see FIG. 54), and a solenoid 260.

The rack 220 is attached to the lower surface of the side edge in the left-right direction when viewed from the front of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, and extends in a direction (front and rear direction) in which the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is separated from or close to the effect button 19. There is. The pinion 230 engages with the rack 220 at substantially the center of the rack 220 and is rotated by driving a motor 250 (see FIG. 54).

The guide 240 supports the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E from the lower surface side, extends in a direction in which the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is separated from or close to the effect button 19 (front surface rear surface direction), and has a substantially center as a fulcrum, and a vertical direction. It is rotatably attached to the pedestal portion 10. The guide 240 is supported by the solenoid 260 below the front surface side (the reference surface 10a side of the pedestal portion 10) from the fulcrum, and is driven by the solenoid 260 to rotate in the vertical direction about the fulcrum.

The motor 250 (see FIG. 54) is driven by the drive control board 78 (see FIG. 54) controlled by the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) to rotate the pinion 230. The solenoid 260 is driven by the drive control board 78 (see FIG. 54) controlled by the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) to rotate the guide 240 in the vertical direction.

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), which is an example of the drive control means, determines the effect content based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4), and according to the determined effect content, The motor 250 (see FIG. 54) is rotationally driven in each predetermined direction to rotate the pinion 230 and the solenoid 260 in the vertical direction to rotate the guide 240 in the vertical direction. It should be noted that the sub-control circuit 101 may drive the motor 250 (see FIG. 54) by the number of steps corresponding to the preset contents of effect, or if a photo sensor is provided, the sub sensor circuit 101 detects the photo sensor. The position of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E may be detected based on the input signal, and the motor 250 or the solenoid 260 may be driven according to the detected position.

[Drive control]
Next, the operation of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E by the drive device 200E will be described. For example, in the initial state, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is arranged in parallel with the reference surface 10a at a position (initial position) separated from the effect button 19 as shown in FIG. 55 and FIG. 57(a). .. Further, in this state, since the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is arranged above the fixed decoration unit 300, the fixed decoration unit 300 is invisible to the player.

In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) drives and controls the solenoid 260 according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4), and the guide 240 is moved. Rotate the front side downward. Then, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E supported by the guide 240 and the rack 220 attached to the lower surface of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E also rotate downward with the position where the pinion 230 is engaged as a fulcrum, and the intermediate position. It moves to the position and becomes the state shown in FIG. 57(b).

Next, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) rotationally drives the motor 250 in a predetermined direction. As a result, the pinion 230 that engages with the rack 220 rotates. Then, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E to which the rack 220 is attached moves to a position (moving position) close to the effect button 19, and the state shown in FIG. 57(c) is obtained. The operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is arranged parallel to the inclined surface 10b at a position (moving position) close to the effect button 19. Further, in this state, since the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is arranged above the light emitting unit 400, the light emitting unit 400 is invisible to the player. On the other hand, the fixed decorative portion 300 is opened at the upper side by the operation portion liquid crystal display device 12E being moved to the moving position, and is in a state visible to the player. By using such an effect of moving the fixed decoration part 300 and the light emitting part 400 to a state in which the fixed decoration part 300 and the light emitting part 400 are visible or invisible by moving the operation part liquid crystal display device 12E for suggestion of the degree of expectation and notification, various effects can be obtained. It can be promoted and the interest can be improved.

Further, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) sets the motor 250 to a predetermined value before driving the solenoid 260 according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). The rotational drive in the direction and the rotational drive in the opposite direction may be alternately repeated. As a result, it is possible to vibrate the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E and give a predictive effect that the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E moves to a position (moving position) close to the effect button 19.

[Display control]
Next, display control of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E by the sub control circuit 101 will be described. The sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) displays in the display area 12a of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E in the initial state according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). , Control to display effect information and various kinds of information about games. It should be noted that the various kinds of information relating to the game are information displayed according to the game state, such as a payout table for each winning combination, an instruction of a target symbol, a notification of the winning combination, a push order error, and an error notification. In addition, various information regarding such a game may be selected and displayed by the player by operating the effect button 19 or the like, or may be selected whether or not to be displayed. ..

Then, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) or the motor 250 (see FIG. 55) of the drive device 200E or the drive device 200E according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). At the timing of driving the solenoid 260, control is performed to display an effect image in the display area 12a of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E. The effect image at this timing is preferably an effect image that enhances the player's expectation. As a result, in the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, a game guide such as a payout table for each winning combination is displayed in the initial state, and when the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E moves, an effect image for improving the sense of expectation by turning around. By being displayed, the unexpectedness of the effect can be improved.

Further, when the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is moved to a position (moving position) close to the effect button 19, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) prompts the operation of the effect button 19, as shown in FIG. The liquid crystal display device 11E and the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E arranged to surround the effect button 19 are caused to emit light, and control of effect display for emphasizing the effect button 19 is performed. As a result, the effect button 19, the liquid crystal display device 11E, and the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E can be integrated, and the effect can be improved. Therefore, even a player who is tired of the conventional operation effect can press it without hesitation. It will be possible to increase the motivation to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, when there are a plurality of operation targets, for example, when both the stop button for stopping the reel and the effect button can be operated, the player wonders which one should be operated first. According to the sixth embodiment, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E comes close to the effect button 19 and notifies the operation timing of the effect button 19, whereby the game property can be improved.

The pachi-slot machine 1E according to the sixth embodiment has the following operational effects. According to the pachi-slot machine 1E, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E moves so that the operation button liquid crystal display device 12E comes close to the effect button 19 and is formed in substantially the same shape as the side edge of the effect button 19 on the side edge of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E. The first special shape portion 121 is close to the side edge of the effect button 19, and the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is arranged around the effect button 19. Therefore, the player can easily recognize the effect button 19, and together with the effect image displayed on the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, the enjoyment of the effect by the effect button 19 can be improved. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of the operation effect.

Further, according to the pachi-slot machine 1E, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is operated by a plurality of types of operation means (effect button 19, medal slot 13, MAX bet button 14, 1 bet button 15, start lever 16, stop buttons 17L, 17C. , 17R, etc.) can be placed on the pedestal portion 10. That is, it is possible to move the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E and bring it closer to the effect button 19 at the player's hand during the game. Therefore, compared to the case where the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is moved above the front door 2b of the pachi-slot machine 1E away from the hand, for example, it is possible to focus the effect image of the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of the operation effect while paying attention to the effect image.

The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment. For example, in the sixth embodiment, the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is composed of the non-translucent liquid crystal, but the invention is not limited to this, and it may be composed of the translucent liquid crystal. In this case, the operation unit. The fixed decoration portion 300 arranged below the operation portion liquid crystal display device 12E may be visible to the player via the liquid crystal display device 12E. Thereby, for example, the fixed decorative portion 300 is formed in a shape showing a specific game state, and by displaying an image such as “confirm” on the translucent operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, a specific game state is displayed. It is possible to notify that the transfer has been confirmed. Therefore, it is possible to produce an effect in which the display on the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is overlaid on the fixed decoration unit 300, and the effect can be improved.

In addition, the protection panel 10a that covers the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E is a light guide plate that has a bent portion that bends the light incident from the end portion so that a predetermined identifier can be viewed, and the end portion has a light emitting means for producing the light guide plate. May be provided. FIG. 58 is a diagram illustrating a modified example of the operation unit liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine according to the sixth embodiment of the present invention. In this case, a light guide plate effect is possible at a position where it overlaps with the operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E, and when the effect of the display device is performed, the light guide plate effect on the protection panel 10a is executed to further enhance the interest of the effect. You can Even in such a configuration, if the light emitting means at the end is turned off, the identifier of the light guide plate is in a non-display state, so that the visibility of the operation liquid crystal display device 12E and the fixed decorative portion 300 can be secured. It should be noted that the predetermined identifier may be related to the design of the fixed decorative portion or the effect displayed on the liquid crystal. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 58, the character “GOD” is used as the identifier and fixed in FIG. By displaying “GOD” on the light guide plate in the light guide plate production when “GOD” of the decoration unit 300 becomes visible, the power of the production can be enhanced.

(Seventh embodiment)
<Function flow of pachi-slot machine>
A pachi-slot machine, which is a gaming machine showing a seventh embodiment of the present invention, will be described. The functional flow of the pachi-slot machine, which is the gaming machine according to the seventh embodiment of the present invention, is the same as that of the first embodiment, and therefore the description thereof is omitted. Further, in the following description of the seventh embodiment, the description of the same configuration as the first embodiment will be omitted.

<Structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, with reference to FIG. 59, an external structure of the pachi-slot machine according to the seventh embodiment will be described. The pachi-slot machine 1F of the seventh embodiment includes a liquid crystal display device 11F and a drive device 200F different from the liquid crystal display device 11 and the drive device 200 (see FIG. 2) of the first embodiment.

[Appearance structure]
FIG. 59 is a perspective view showing an external structure of the pachi-slot machine 1F. As shown in FIG. 59, in the pachi-slot machine 1F, the liquid crystal display device 11F is, for example, in a display area 11a formed on the front side (the front side of the pachi-slot machine 1F and the surface facing the player). It is attached to the upper part of the door body 9 of the front door 2b so as to display an image related to the effect and information about the game. The liquid crystal display device 11F can display the game console information such as the customization of the game machine and the game history, in addition to executing the effect by displaying the image. In addition, a hall menu is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11F in accordance with the operation of the manager of the game arcade. In this case, the liquid crystal display device 11F can be configured with a touch panel, and buttons and the like that can be operated by the administrator can be displayed in the hall menu. Further, as will be described later in detail, the liquid crystal display device 11F includes a plurality of liquid crystal panels as a display unit capable of displaying a game effect image in the display area 11a formed on the front surface. The plurality of liquid crystal panels move in a predetermined direction by the driving device 200F (see FIG. 61).

Further, the front door 2b has a display window 4 in which a part of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R can be viewed and a visible area 5 in which a part of the liquid crystal display device 11F can be viewed. The display window 4 is composed of three left display windows 4L corresponding to the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R, a middle display window 4C, and a right display window 4R.

These display windows 4L, 4C, 4R are provided at positions overlapping the arrangement area of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R as viewed from the front (player side), and in front of the three reels (player side). ) Is provided. Therefore, the player can visually recognize the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R provided behind the display window 4 through the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. Further, as will be described later in detail, the liquid crystal display device 11F is arranged on the back side of the display window 4 and the visible area 5 and on the front side of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. The drive device 200F is attached to the liquid crystal display device 11F outside the display window 4 and the visible area 5. Therefore, the player can visually recognize the display area 11a from the display window 4 and the visible area 5, but can visually recognize the drive device 200F attached to the liquid crystal display device 11F outside the display window 4 and the visible area 5. I can't.

In the seventh embodiment, a display window 4 (4L, 4C, 4R), which is an example of a symbol display portion in which at least two symbols can be visually recognized among the symbols arranged on each reel, is provided behind it. When the rotation of the corresponding reels is stopped, the size is set so that three consecutively arranged symbols can be displayed among the plural types of symbols drawn on each reel. That is, in the frame of the display window 4 (4L, 4C, 4R), upper, middle, and lower areas are provided for each reel, and one symbol is displayed in each area. Then, in the seventh embodiment, a line connecting the middle region of the left reel 3L, the middle region of the middle reel 3C, and the middle region of the right reel 3R is an effective line which is a winning determination line for determining whether or not there is a prize. Define as.

A protective glass 6 is arranged on the front side of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 11F described above. As a result, the player cannot directly touch the reels 3L, 3C, 3R and the liquid crystal display device 11F. Instead of the protective glass 6, it is also possible to employ a translucent protective member made of a resin such as acrylic.

The stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are used when performing an operation relating to information displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11F, and are used when performing a selection operation on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11F, for example. .. Hereinafter, the stop buttons 17L, 17C, 17R are referred to as the left stop button 17L, the middle stop button 17C, and the right stop button 17R, respectively.

The select button and the enter button are used when performing various operations on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 11F.

<Electrical structure of pachi-slot machine>
Next, regarding the electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1F, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 60 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachi-slot machine 1F.

The 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 stores a history of opening/closing of the front door 2b. Further, the 24h door opening/closing monitoring unit 74 outputs a signal for displaying an error on the liquid crystal display device 11F to the sub control board 42 (sub control circuit 101) when the front door 2b is opened.

The drive control board 78 drives the drive device 200F according to the effect executed by the control of the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5). The drive device 200F is driven and controlled by the drive control board 78 to move the liquid crystal panel (see FIG. 61) of the liquid crystal display device 11F described later.

A ROM cartridge substrate 76 and a liquid crystal relay substrate 77 are connected to the sub control substrate 42. The ROM cartridge board 76 is a board for managing image (video) for presentation, sound, light (LED group 25), driving of the driving device 200F, and communication data. The liquid crystal relay board 77 is a board that relays the wiring that connects the sub-control board 42 and the liquid crystal display device 11F. Further, since the liquid crystal display device 11F moves as will be described later, it is connected to the liquid crystal relay board 77 by a flexible harness.

<Main control circuit>
Next, the main control circuit 91 configured by the main control board 41 is similar to that of the first embodiment shown in FIG.

<Sub control circuit>
Next, with respect to the sub control circuit 101 configured by the sub control board 42, a configuration different from that of the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

The sub-control circuit 101 as a sub-control unit is electrically connected to the main control circuit 91, performs processing such as determination and execution of effect contents based on a command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91, The peripheral devices such as the liquid crystal display device 11F, the driving device 200F, the LED group 25, and the speakers 23L and 23R shown in FIG. 60 are controlled. The sub control circuit 101 basically includes a sub CPU 102, a sub RAM 103, a rendering processor 104, a drawing RAM 105, and a driver 106. Further, the sub-control circuit 101 performs an operation check process of the liquid crystal display device 11F by the drive device 200F when the power of the pachi-slot machine 1F is turned on, and displays error information on the liquid crystal display device 11F when it determines that there is a failure. However, it may be notified that the game cannot be played.

The sub CPU 102 responds to a command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) according to a control program stored in the ROM cartridge board 76, and outputs sound, light, and display control of the liquid crystal display device 11F. The drive of the drive device 200F (see FIG. 60) is controlled. The ROM cartridge board 76 basically includes a program storage area and a data storage area.

A control program executed by the sub CPU 102 is stored in the program storage area. For example, in the control program, a main board communication task for controlling communication with the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4) and a random number value for effect are extracted, and effect contents (effect data) are determined and registered. The production registration task for is included. Further, a drawing control task for controlling display of an image by the liquid crystal display device 11F (see FIG. 59) based on the decided effect contents, a liquid crystal panel of the liquid crystal display device 11F by the drive device 200F (see FIG. 60) (see FIG. 61). Drive control task for controlling the movement of the light source, a lamp control task for controlling the light output by a light source such as the LED group 25 (see FIG. 60), a voice control task for controlling the sound output by the speakers 23L, 23R, and the like. As described above, the sub CPU 102 functions as an example of a drive control unit that drives and controls the drive device 200F.

The data storage area includes a storage area for storing various data tables, a storage area for storing effect data constituting each effect content, and a storage area for storing animation data related to image creation. In addition, a storage area for storing sound data regarding BGM and sound effects, a storage area for storing lamp data regarding a pattern of turning on/off light, and the like are included.

The sub RAM 103 is provided with a storage area for registering the determined effect contents and effect data, and a storage area for storing various data such as an internal winning combination transmitted from the main control circuit 91.

The sub CPU 102, the rendering processor 104, the drawing RAM (including a frame buffer) 105, and the driver 106 create a video according to the animation data specified by the effect contents, and display the created video on the liquid crystal display device 11F. Further, the sub CPU 102 moves the liquid crystal panel (see FIG. 61) in accordance with the drive data designated by the effect contents.

In addition, the sub CPU 102 causes the speakers 23L and 23R to output sounds such as BGM according to the sound data specified by the effect contents. In addition, the sub CPU 102 controls lighting and extinguishing of the LED group 25 in accordance with the lamp data specified by the effect contents.

<Liquid crystal display device and driving device>
Next, the liquid crystal display device 11F and the driving device 200F will be described. FIG. 61 is a front view of the liquid crystal display device and drive device of the pachi-slot machine according to the seventh embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 61A shows a state where the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel are arranged outside the display window, and FIG. 61B shows a state where the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel are arranged inside the display window. It shows the state. Note that in FIG. 61, the display window 4 and the visible region 5 arranged on the front surface side of the liquid crystal display device 11F are indicated by dotted lines.

[Liquid crystal display]
First, as described above, in the display window 4, the middle region of the left reel 3L (see FIG. 59), the middle region of the middle reel 3C (see FIG. 59), and the middle region of the right reel 3R (see FIG. 59) are connected. This is a line, and an effective line 4a for determining whether or not to win is defined. The visible area 5 is an upper left area 51 formed on the left side of the upper area of the left reel 3L, a lower left area 52 formed on the left side of the lower area of the left reel 3L, and a left side of the middle area of the left reel 3L. The left middle area 53 formed between the upper left area 51 and the lower left area 52 and the display window 4, the upper right area 54 formed on the right side of the upper area of the right reel 3R, and the lower row of the right reel 3R. A lower right area 55 formed on the right side of the area, and a right middle area 56 formed between the upper right area 54 and the lower right area 55 and the display window 4 on the right side of the middle area of the right reel 3R, Have.

The liquid crystal display device 11F is arranged on the back side of the display window 4 and the viewable area 5 and on the front side of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R (see FIG. 59), and has a first liquid crystal panel 111 and a second liquid crystal panel. And 112. The first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are arranged so that the display area 11a is behind the display window 4 and the visible area 5.

In the initial state, the first liquid crystal panel 111 is located at the first position where it does not overlap the reel and is arranged on the left side of the display window 4, and the second liquid crystal panel 112 is at the first position where it does not overlap the reel and the display window 4 It is located on the right side of. Then, the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 can be moved to the second position where at least a part thereof overlaps the reel by the drive device 200F which is drive-controlled by the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5).

In the first liquid crystal panel 111, the display area 11a is formed in a substantially C shape, and is arranged on the back side of a portion where the upper left area 51 and the upper area of the left reel 3L (see FIG. 59) of the display window 4 are visible. The upper left step portion 111a, the lower left area 52 and the lower left step portion 111b arranged on the back side of the lower left area of the display window 4 where the lower step area of the left reel 3L (see FIG. 59) is visible, and the upper end is the upper left step portion 111a. A left middle step portion 111c connected to the left end side and a lower end connected to the left end side of the lower left step portion 111b.

When the first liquid crystal panel 111 is arranged at the first position where the first liquid crystal panel 111 does not overlap the reels, the display area 11a of the upper left portion 111a becomes visible from the upper left area 51, and at least a part of the first liquid crystal panel 111 is displayed. When it is arranged at the second position overlapping with the reel, it is arranged on the front surface side of the upper area of the left reel 3L, and the display area 11a thereof is visible from the display window 4. When the first liquid crystal panel 111 is arranged at the first position where it does not overlap with the reel, the lower left step portion 111b makes the display area 11a visible from the lower left area 52, and at least part of the first liquid crystal panel 111 is visible. When it is arranged at the second position overlapping with the reel, it is arranged on the front surface side of the lower region of the left reel 3L, and the display region 11a thereof can be visually recognized from the display window 4. When the first liquid crystal panel 111 is arranged at the second position where at least a part thereof overlaps with the reel, the display area 11a of the middle left section 111c is visible from the middle left area 53.

That is, the first liquid crystal panel 111 is formed from the lower edge of the upper left step portion 111a, the right edge of the left middle step portion 111c, and the upper edge of the lower left step portion 111b, and at least a part of which is arranged at the second position where it overlaps with the reel. In this case, the special shape portion 111d is formed so as to form a region that does not shield the effective line 4a and not reduce the visibility of the stop display on the effective line 4a.

In the second liquid crystal panel 112, the display area 11a is formed in a substantially U-shape, and is arranged on the back side of a portion where the upper right area 54 and the upper area of the right reel 3R (see FIG. 59) of the display window 4 can be visually recognized. An upper right step portion 112a, a lower right area 55b and a lower right step portion 112b arranged on the back side of the lower right area 55 and a lower step area of the right reel 3R (see FIG. 59) of the display window 4 and an upper end of the upper right step portion. The right middle step part 112c is connected to the right end side of 112a and the lower end is connected to the right end side of the lower right step part 112b.

When the second liquid crystal panel 112 is arranged at the first position where it does not overlap with the reel, the upper right part 112a makes the display area 11a visible from the upper right area 54, and at least part of the second liquid crystal panel 112 is visible. When it is arranged at the second position overlapping with the reel, it is arranged on the front side of the upper area of the right reel 3R, and the display area 11a thereof can be visually recognized from the display window 4. When the second liquid crystal panel 112 is arranged at the first position where the second liquid crystal panel 112 does not overlap with the reels, the display area 11a of the lower right step portion 112b becomes visible from the lower right area 55, and the second liquid crystal panel 112 is at least partially formed. Is arranged at the second position overlapping with the reel, the display area 11a is arranged on the front side of the lower area of the right reel 3R, and the display area 11a can be visually recognized from the display window 4. When the second liquid crystal panel 112 is arranged at the second position where at least a part of the right liquid crystal panel 112 overlaps the reel, the display region 11a of the right middle stage 112c can be visually recognized from the right middle region 56.

That is, the second liquid crystal panel 112 is formed of the lower edge of the upper right step portion 112a, the left edge of the right middle step portion 112c, and the upper edge of the lower right step portion 112b, and at least a part of which is arranged at a second position overlapping the reel. In this case, the special shape portion 112d is formed so as to form a region that does not shield the effective line 4a and not reduce the visibility of the stop display on the effective line 4a.

In this way, the liquid crystal display device 11F (first liquid crystal panel 111, second liquid crystal panel 112) is controlled by the drive device 200F of the sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) so that at least a part of the second position overlaps the reel. At least a part (upper left stage 111a, lower left stage 111b, upper right stage 112a, lower right stage 112b) of the reel 3 (upper region of the left reel 3L, lower region of the left reel 3L, right) Special shaped portions 111d and 112d that overlap the reel 3R upper region and the right reel 3R lower region) and that can display the stopped symbols on the activated line are formed at the side edges of the portion that overlaps the reel 3. ..

As a result, the liquid crystal display device 11F (first liquid crystal panel 111, second liquid crystal panel 112) is a single part while ensuring the visibility of the effective line 4a, and a plurality of symbol display areas (for example, the left reel). 3L upper stage region, the left reel 3L lower stage region, etc.), so that when a liquid crystal display device that overlaps a plurality of symbol display regions is provided when performing an effect of overlapping a plurality of symbol display regions, The number of parts can be reduced as compared with. Therefore, the manufacturing cost of the gaming machine can be reduced, and the control load of the display control means for controlling the liquid crystal display device can be reduced.

Further, conventionally, when performing an effect with a movable object at a position overlapping with an ineffective line, the effective line is set in accordance with the structural convenience of the movable object, and the degree of freedom in reel array design is reduced. Since the liquid crystal display device 11F is provided with the special shape portion 111d and the special shape portion 112d, it is possible to set the shape of the moving screen in accordance with the effective line of the reel, the degree of freedom in reel arrangement design is improved, and the game is improved. The property is improved.

Further, the liquid crystal display device 11F includes the special shape portion 111d and the special shape portion 112d, so that the visibility of the effective line is ensured. As a result, even if the first liquid crystal panel 111 or the second liquid crystal panel 112 is moved while the reel is rotating, it does not hinder the player's game. Therefore, while the reel is rotating, an effect can be performed on the front side of the reel. It becomes possible, and it is possible to increase the variation of production.

Further, by providing the visible area 5 (upper left area 51, lower left area 52, upper right area 54 and lower right area 55) at the first position that does not overlap with the reel, it is arranged on the front surface of the reel 3 and overlapped with the reel. The liquid crystal display device 11F (the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112) capable of being displayed can be visually recognized even in the standby position before being moved to the second position where at least a part of the liquid crystal display device overlaps with the reel. It can be expanded and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, when the liquid crystal display device 11F (first liquid crystal panel 111, second liquid crystal panel 112) is formed in an arbitrary shape that is not a quadrangle, a general quadrangular image may have a discontinuous edge. .. However, even in such a case, the visible region 5 (upper left region 51, lower left region 52, left middle region 53, upper right region 54, lower right region 55, and right middle region 56) is formed in a rectangular shape, so that the liquid crystal By making the image displayed on the display device 11F visible to the player through the viewable area 5, it is possible to make the player see the image as a square image that the player is accustomed to. It is possible to improve the directing effect without doing so. On the other hand, a small image whose end portion is not interrupted can be displayed fresh as a small image, which enables a fresh effect.

[Drive device]
The driving device 200F is provided on the upper and lower edges of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112, respectively, and includes a rack 220, a pinion 230, and a motor 250 (see FIG. 60).

The rack 220 is provided at the upper and lower edges of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112, respectively, and at least a part of the rack 220 is a reel from the first position where the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 do not overlap the reel. It extends in the direction of moving to the overlapping second position (left-right direction in the example shown in FIG. 61). The pinion 230 engages with the rack 220 at substantially the center of the rack 220 and is rotated by driving a motor 250 (see FIG. 60). The motor 250 is driven by the drive control board 78 (see FIG. 60) controlled by the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) to rotate the pinion 230.

The sub-control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), which is an example of the drive control means, determines the effect content based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4), and according to the determined effect content, The motor 250 (see FIG. 60) is rotationally driven in each predetermined direction to rotate the pinion 230. It should be noted that the sub-control circuit 101 may drive the motor 250 (see FIG. 60) by the number of steps corresponding to the preset contents of effect, or if a photo sensor is provided, the sub-control circuit 101 detects the photo sensor. The position of the liquid crystal display device 11F (first liquid crystal panel 111, second liquid crystal panel 112) may be detected based on the input signal, and the motor 250 may be driven according to the detected position.

[Drive control]
Next, the operation of the liquid crystal display device 11F by the driving device 200F will be described. For example, in the initial state, the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 of the liquid crystal display device 11F are arranged at the first position where they do not overlap the reels, as shown in FIG. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) predeterminedly sets the motor 250 to be engaged with the rack 220 in accordance with the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). Rotate in the direction. As a result, the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 to which the rack 220 is attached move in the second position direction in which at least a part overlaps with the reel, and the upper left step portion 111a, the lower left step portion 111b, and the upper right step portion. 112a and the lower right portion 112b are visible through the display window 4, and the upper area of the left reel 3L (see FIG. 59), the lower area of the left reel 3L, the upper area of the right reel 3R (see FIG. 59), the right area. The lower middle region (reel 3R) is shielded by overlapping, and the left middle stage portion 111c and the right middle stage portion 112c are visible from the left middle region 53 and the right middle region 56, and the state shown in FIG. 61(b) is obtained.

In this way, by moving a plurality of liquid crystal panels in conjunction with each other, it is possible to improve performance. Further, by moving a plurality of liquid crystal panels in an interlocking manner, moving these liquid crystal panels until they are close to each other, and performing related performance display, it is possible to further improve the performance. In this case, detection means for detecting the proximity of a plurality of liquid crystal panels is provided, and when the sub control circuit 101 receives a signal indicating the proximity of a plurality of liquid crystal panels from the detection means, the sub control circuit 101 indicates You may perform control which stops movement. As a result, the performance can be improved, and the liquid crystal panels can be prevented from being damaged due to contact with each other.

[Display control]
Next, display control of the liquid crystal display device 11F by the sub control circuit 101 will be described. FIG. 62 is a diagram showing an example of an effect image in the liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine according to the seventh embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 62A shows a state where the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel are arranged outside the display window, and FIG. 62B shows a state where the first liquid crystal panel and the second liquid crystal panel are arranged inside the display window. It shows the state. In FIG. 62, the liquid crystal display device 11F (first liquid crystal panel and second liquid crystal panel) arranged on the back side of the display window 4 and the visible area 5 is indicated by a dotted line.

In the initial state of the liquid crystal display device 11F, as shown in FIG. 62(a), the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 are arranged at the first position where they do not overlap with the reels. In this state, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) causes the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel to respond to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). Control for displaying the effect image in the display area 11a of 112 is performed.

Then, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5) uses the plurality of motors of the drive device 200F (see FIG. 61) according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). As shown in FIG. 62B, the first liquid crystal panel 111 (upper left step 111a, lower left step 111b) and the second liquid crystal panel 112 (upper right step 112a) are rotated at timings to rotate 250 in respective predetermined directions. , A lower right tier section 112b) display area 11a, for example, a pseudo-symbol effect image is displayed in the display area 11a, the first liquid crystal panel 111 (left middle tier section 111c) and the second liquid crystal panel 112. In the display area 11a of the (right middle section 112c), control is performed to display an effect image different from the effect image of the pseudo symbol.

As a result, in one liquid crystal panel, the effect image of the pseudo symbol is displayed in the portion arranged on the front side of the reel 3, and the other effect image is displayed in the other portion, so that the effect can be diversified. It will be possible. Further, by displaying such different types of effect images on one liquid crystal panel, the synchronization processing of the timing for displaying these effect images becomes unnecessary, and the processing load on the sub-control circuit 101 can be reduced. Become.

In addition, the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the first liquid crystal panel 111F of the liquid crystal display device 11F, according to the effect contents determined based on the command signal transmitted from the main control circuit 91 (see FIG. 4). The control for moving the second liquid crystal panel 112 from the first position where it does not overlap the reel to the second position direction where at least a part overlaps the reel, and the first liquid crystal panel 111 (upper left step 111a, lower left step 111b) and second The display area 11a of the liquid crystal panel 112 (upper right tier 112a, lower right tier 112b) may be associated with the control for displaying the effect image of the pseudo symbol.

In this case, the sub-control circuit 101, for example, in the display area 11a of the first liquid crystal panel 111 (upper left step 111a, lower left step 111b) and the second liquid crystal panel 112 (upper right step 112a, lower right step 112b), An effect image of a pseudo design (for example, a pseudo design imitating a “7” design) is displayed, and in this state, at least a part of the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 from the first position not overlapping the reel. Is controlled to move in the direction of the second position where it overlaps with the reel. At this time, the sub-control circuit 101, depending on the effect contents and the internal winning combination, for example, the upper left stage portion 111a displaying a pseudo symbol imitating the "7" symbol is completely overlapped with the upper region of the left reel 3L. Or may be moved in the returning direction (from the second position where at least a part overlaps the reel to the first position direction where the reel does not overlap) before completely overlapping with the upper region of the left reel 3L.

In addition, the sub-control circuit 101 controls the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 to move in different modes from each other in accordance with the effect contents and the internal winning combination, and controls the upper left portion 111a and the lower left portion. You may perform control which displays mutually different pseudo symbols on the part 111b, the upper right part 112a, and the lower right part 112b.

In addition, the sub-control circuit 101 controls to display different pseudo symbols before and after the movement on the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112 according to the effect contents and the internal winning combination (control to change). ) May be performed. Specifically, when the internal winning combination is BB, the sub-control circuit 101 displays a pseudo symbol imitating a BAR symbol, a replay symbol or the like on the first liquid crystal panel 111 or the second liquid crystal panel 112 before the movement. It may be possible to perform control to change to a pseudo symbol that imitates 7 symbols after the movement. As a result, while the first liquid crystal panel 111 or the second liquid crystal panel 112 is moving, it is possible to change the REG notice or the small winning device navigation to the BIG notice, so that the first liquid crystal panel 111 or the second liquid crystal panel 112 is moved. The interest in can be improved.

Further, the sub-control circuit 101 sets the initial position of the liquid crystal display device 11F to the second position where at least a part of the liquid crystal display device 11F overlaps the reel, and in this state, the liquid crystal display device 11F variably displays a predetermined symbol image, stops the display, and then stops. Depending on the combination of the displayed symbol design and the design of the stopped reel 3, a predetermined privilege may be given. Thereby, a new game property can be provided.

Further, the sub-control circuit 101 moves the liquid crystal display device 11F from the first position where it does not overlap with the reel toward the second position direction where at least a part thereof overlaps with the reel, in the stop position (for example, moving position 1, You may perform control which stops at the moving position 2 etc.). In this case, the sub control circuit 101 may perform control to stop the plurality of liquid crystal panels at the same stop position, or may perform control to stop the liquid crystal panels at different positions.

According to the seventh embodiment, the following operational effects are produced. According to the pachi-slot machine 1F, the liquid crystal display device 11F can be moved from the first position where it does not overlap with the reel to the second position where at least a part thereof overlaps with the reel. Therefore, by moving the liquid crystal display device 11F that displays the effect image to the front of the reel 3 that the player pays attention to, the effect of the effect image in front of the reel 3 can be improved. Further, when the liquid crystal display device 11F (first liquid crystal panel 111, second liquid crystal panel 112) is moved to the second position, the effective line 4a is provided on the side edge of the portion of the liquid crystal display device 11F which overlaps the reel 3. Special shaped portions 111d and 112d are formed so as not to reduce the visibility of the stop display. Therefore, the visibility of the symbols on the activated line 4a on which the winning determination is made will not be reduced. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of production in front of the reels and ensuring the visibility of the active line which is particularly noticed by the player.

Further, according to the pachi-slot machine 1F, the liquid crystal display device 11F can display a pseudo pattern imitating a pattern, so that the pattern arranged on the reel 3 and the pseudo pattern displayed on the liquid crystal display device 11F can be used in various ways. Design production is possible. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of production in front of the reels, capable of producing a variety of symbols, and ensuring the visibility of an effective line which is particularly noticed by the player.

The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment. For example, in the seventh embodiment, the special shape portions 111d and 112d of the liquid crystal display device 11F (the first liquid crystal panel 111 and the second liquid crystal panel 112) are from the tip end side toward the second position where at least a part thereof overlaps the reel. , Has a shape (concave shape) that extends toward the base end side and is cut out so as to be able to display the stopped symbols on the effective line 4a. However, the shape is not limited to this, as long as the visibility of the effective line can be maintained, the shape is not limited to the substantially C-shape or the substantially U-shape, and an L-shape, an inverted L-shape, a shape having an opening, The outer shape of the design can be an arbitrary shape such as a modeled shape. Further, the plurality of liquid crystal panels of the liquid crystal display device 11F are not limited to the same or symmetrical shape, and may be formed in different shapes. Further, among a plurality of liquid crystal panels, a liquid crystal panel having a special shaped portion and a liquid crystal panel having no special shaped portion can be combined as long as the above-mentioned effects are not impaired. Further, the liquid crystal display device 11F is not limited to one including a plurality of liquid crystal panels, and may include only one liquid crystal panel.

In addition, the liquid crystal display device 11F (first liquid crystal panel 111, second liquid crystal panel 112) itself is not limited to the substantially C-shape or the substantially U-shape, but the L-shape, the inverted L-shape, and the outer shape of the design. It can be any shape such as a modeled shape.

In addition, the liquid crystal display device 11F is not limited to a mode in which one liquid crystal panel is arranged on each of the left and right sides, and, for example, one liquid crystal panel may be arranged on each of the left and right sides (four in total) and moved respectively. .. Further, the liquid crystal display device llF is not limited to a mode in which one liquid crystal panel is arranged on each of the left and right sides, and, for example, one liquid crystal panel may be arranged on each of the upper and lower sides of the left and right sides (four in total) and moved respectively. Good. Even in this case, the visibility of the effective line can be ensured by providing the special shaped portion on any or all of the liquid crystal panels.

In addition, the visible area 5 (upper left area 51, lower left area 52, left middle area 53, upper right area 54, lower right area 55, and right middle area 56) is not limited to a quadrangular shape, but may be any character or character shape. It can be shaped. Further, the visible area 5 is not limited to a mode in which a plurality of relatively small openings are provided, and the liquid crystal display device is arranged so that the player cannot visually recognize only the outer shape portion formed in an arbitrary shape of the liquid crystal display device 11F. You may form in the shape along the inner side of the outer shape of 11F.

FIG. 63 is a diagram illustrating a modified example of the liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine according to the seventh embodiment of the present invention. The liquid crystal display device 11F′ according to the modification is a rear surface side of the display window 4 and the visible area 5′, which is arranged in front of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R, and which forms a special area that does not shield the effective line. An inverted L-shaped first liquid crystal panel 111′ having a shape portion, a quadrangular second liquid crystal panel 112′ having no special shape portion, and a shape simulating the outer shape of the design (FIG. 63). In the example shown in (3), the third liquid crystal panel 113' formed in "7") is provided. In the liquid crystal display device 11F′, in the initial state, the first liquid crystal panel 111′ and the third liquid crystal panel 113′ are arranged above the reels 3L, 3C and 3R, and the second liquid crystal panel 112′ is the reels 3L, 3C and 3R. , And any of the liquid crystal panels is arranged at the first position on the periphery of the display window 4. Then, the first liquid crystal panel 111′, the second liquid crystal panel 112′, and the third liquid crystal panel 113′ are moved in the vertical direction by a drive device that is driven and controlled by the sub control circuit 101 (see FIG. 5), and at least one of them is moved. The unit can be moved to a second position where it overlaps the reel.

64-66 are diagrams for explaining the operation of the modification of the liquid crystal display device of the pachi-slot machine according to the seventh embodiment of the present invention. In FIG. 64, the effective line (the arrow indicated by the alternate long and short dash line in FIG. 64) indicates the middle straight line, the lower stage of the reel 3L, the lower stage of the reel 3C, the lower stage of the reel 3R (hereinafter, also referred to as “lower stage linear line”) and the reel. It is a figure explaining operation|movement of the liquid crystal display device 11F' in the case of 3 lines of the lower stage of 3L, the middle stage of the reel 3C, and the upper stage of the reel 3R (hereinafter, also referred to as "upward straight line"). In this case, in the liquid crystal display device 11F', only the third liquid crystal panel 113' moves to the second position where at least a part overlaps the reel, and is arranged on the front side of the upper stage of the reel 3L not on the activated line. Note that, as in the example shown in FIG. 64, there may be a mass (in the example shown in FIG. 64, the upper stage of the reel 3C) that is not shielded even if it is not on the effective line.

Further, in FIG. 65, the effective line (the arrow indicated by the alternate long and short dash line in FIG. 65) is one line of the upper stage of the reel 3L, the middle stage of the reel 3C, and the lower stage of the reel 3R (hereinafter, also referred to as “downward straight line”). FIG. 11 is a diagram illustrating an operation of the liquid crystal display device 11F′ in the case of. In this case, in the liquid crystal display device 11F′, the first liquid crystal panel 111′, the second liquid crystal panel 112′, and the third liquid crystal panel 113′ are moved to the second position where at least a part thereof overlaps the reel, and the first liquid crystal panel 111' are arranged on the front side of the upper stage of the reel 3C, the upper stage and lower stage of the reel 3R which are not on the effective line, and the second liquid crystal panel 112' is lower side of the reel 3L and the lower front face of the reel 3C which are not on the effective line. And the third liquid crystal panel 113' is arranged on the front side of the middle stage of the reel 3L which is not on the activated line.

Further, in FIG. 66, the effective line (the arrow indicated by the alternate long and short dash line in FIG. 66) is one line of the middle stage of the reel 3L, the middle stage of the reel 3C, and the lower stage of the reel 3R (hereinafter, also referred to as “irregular line”). FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining the operation of the liquid crystal display device 11F′ in FIG. In this case, in the liquid crystal display device 11F′, the first liquid crystal panel 111′, the second liquid crystal panel 112′, and the third liquid crystal panel 113′ are moved to the second position where at least a part thereof overlaps the reel, and the first liquid crystal panel 111' are arranged on the front side of the upper stage of the reel 3C, the upper stage and lower stage of the reel 3R which are not on the effective line, and the second liquid crystal panel 112' is lower side of the reel 3L and the lower front face of the reel 3C which are not on the effective line. The third liquid crystal panel 113' is arranged on the front side of the upper stage of the reel 3L which is not on the activated line. When each liquid crystal panel is moved as in the example shown in FIG. 66, and the area not overlapping the liquid crystal panel forms an effective line, the effective line can be recognized by the player depending on the position of the liquid crystal panel. In particular, in the case of irregular lines, it is generally difficult for the player to be aware of the effective line. Therefore, when it is easy to be aware of the effective line by moving each liquid crystal panel in this way, the player recognizes the winning mode. It also makes it easier to play and has the effect of increasing the fun of the game.

In such a liquid crystal display device 11F', the effective line is not limited to one line of the middle stage of the reel 3L, the middle stage of the reel 3C, and the middle stage of the reel 3R (hereinafter, also referred to as "middle straight line"). The liquid crystal panel can be moved to the front side of the reel without blocking the various types of effective lines. Therefore, in a model in which the effective line changes depending on the specified number (the number of bets), the operation of the display device changes according to the specified number, and various effects can be performed. Further, by arranging the third liquid crystal panel 113' imitating seven symbols and the seven symbols of the stopped reels in a straight line, it is possible to perform an effect in which the player recognizes that the seven symbols are apparently aligned. Here, if the stopped symbol of the reel is red 7, the third liquid crystal panel 113' displays red to produce an appearance that the red 7 symbols are aligned, and the stopped reel symbol is blue 7. In this case, it is possible to display blue on the third liquid crystal panel 113 ′ so as to make it look like blue 7 is aligned. Furthermore, by aligning the third liquid crystal panel 113′ having a 7 symbol shape, the 7 symbols of the reels stopped, and the 7 symbols displayed as an image on the first liquid crystal panel 111′ in a straight line, it is advantageous to the player that the 7 symbols are aligned. The effect of notifying the winning of the state may be performed. In other words, a novel effect can be achieved in that it is possible to create an effect in which the special shape portion of the liquid crystal panel, the design of the reel, and the display image are combined. Further, each liquid crystal panel may be moved to the front of the reel on the condition that any one or an arbitrary plurality of liquid crystal panels is subjected to the timing according to the performance or the establishment of a predetermined condition. For example, the third liquid crystal panel 113' imitating a 7 symbol is waiting in the first position where it does not overlap with the reel while the spinning drum is rotating, the 7 symbols are stopped in the middle stages of the reels 3C and 3R, and the reel 3R On the condition that 7 symbols are not stopped in the middle row, by moving from the position waiting after the third stop to the middle row of the reel 3L, it is possible to change from a loss to a mode in which 7 symbols are aligned and can be visually recognized. .. 64 to 66 and the above description, each liquid crystal panel is arranged at the first position where it does not overlap with the reel, but if it is a mode in which the visibility of the effective line is not hindered, at least a part of it is the reel. It may be made to stand by in the 2nd position which overlaps with.

As described above, in the description of the first to seventh embodiments, the pachi-slot machine or the pachinko machine has been described as an example of the game machine, but the present invention is not limited to this, and may be a game machine including a liquid crystal display device. For example, it can also be applied to parrots, enclosed pachinko machines, and the like. Further, needless to say, if no contradiction occurs, the inventions according to the first to seventh embodiments and the modified examples can be combined into another invention.

[Appendix 1]
The gaming device of Appendix 1 is as follows.
[Background Art]

As a game machine called a pachi-slot, a moving mechanism that divides the two liquid crystal displays on which the effect images are displayed and moves each liquid crystal display in the direction of separating is provided, and the moving mechanism separates and moves the liquid crystal displays A gaming machine has been proposed in which a reel mechanism is advanced between the liquid crystal displays, and the liquid crystal display and the reel mechanism form a display unit (see Patent Document 1).
[Prior Art Document]
[Patent Document]

[Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2006-116232 [Summary of Invention]
[Problems to be Solved by the Invention]

However, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, the liquid crystal display is divided, each liquid crystal display is moved in the direction to be separated, and then the reel mechanism is arranged between the separated liquid crystal displays. For this reason, the respective liquid crystal displays are separated from each other with the reel mechanism interposed therebetween, and the effect images on the respective liquid crystal displays are also separated, so that there is a problem that the player's impression of the effect images is deteriorated.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of solving such a problem and displaying an impressive effect image.
[Means for solving the problem]

The present invention provides the following gaming machines. A gaming machine of the present invention (for example, a pachi-slot machine 1 or the like described later) is a display unit (for example, a later-described display area 11a or the like) capable of displaying an effect image in a game on a display area formed on the front surface (for example, a later-described display area 11a). A liquid crystal display device 11 or the like) and a display control means (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 or the like described later) for controlling the display of the display means, wherein the display means are arranged adjacent to each other. The first display means (for example, the first liquid crystal panel 111 described later) and the second display means (for example, the second liquid crystal panel 112 described later), the first display means and the second display means A third display unit (for example, a third liquid crystal panel 113, which will be described later) arranged on the back side of the display area in a direction in which the first display unit and the second display unit are separated from or close to each other. A movable first driving unit (for example, a first driving unit 210 described later) and a second driving unit (for example, a second driving unit 220 described later) that can move the third display unit in the front or back direction. Etc.) and drive control means for controlling the first drive means and the second drive means (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 described later), and the drive control means uses the first drive means to control the first drive means. 1st display means and said 2nd display means are moved in the direction which mutually separates, said 3rd display means is moved to the front side by said 2nd drive means, and it arrange|positions between said 1st display means and said 2nd display means. Then, the display control means, when the first display means and the second display means are close to each other, displays an effect image with the display areas of the first display means and the second display means as one screen. When the display is controlled and the third display means is arranged between the first display means and the second display means, the display of the first display means, the second display means and the third display means It is characterized in that the effect image is displayed and controlled with the area as one screen.

The gaming machine having such a configuration includes a display means, a display control means, a first drive means, a second drive means, and a drive control means. The display means can display the effect image in the game in the display area formed on the front surface, and the first display means and the second display means are arranged adjacent to each other, and the first display means and the second display means. Third display means arranged on the back side of the display area. The display control means controls the display of the display means. The first drive means is movable in a direction in which the first display means and the second display means are separated from or close to each other. The second drive means can move the third display means in the front or rear direction. The drive control means controls the first drive means and the second drive means.

The drive control means causes the first drive means to move the first display means and the second display means in a direction in which they are separated from each other, and the second drive means moves the third display means to the front side. The display control means is arranged between the second display means, and when the first display means and the second display means are in close proximity to each other, the display control means makes the display area of the first display means and the second display means one screen. When the display control of the image is performed and the third display means is arranged between the first display means and the second display means, the display areas of the first display means, the second display means and the third display means are displayed on one screen. The display control of the effect image is performed.

As a result, the first display unit and the second display unit are brought close to each other to display the effect image, and the first display unit and the second display unit are separated from each other, and the third display unit is provided between them. By arranging them, the screen can be enlarged, and the effect image can be displayed on the enlarged screen. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying an impressive effect image.

In the gaming machine of the present invention, in addition to the above configuration, the drive control means causes the first drive means to cause the first display means and the second display means to be wider than the third display means. The third display means is moved to the front side by the second drive means so as to be arranged between the first display means and the second display means, and then the first drive means is used to move the first display means. It is characterized in that the display means and the second display means are moved in a direction of approaching the third display means.

Thereby, the first display means and the second display means are once separated from each other by a distance wider than the width of the third display means, and the third display means is arranged between the first display means and the second display means. It is possible to move the first display means and the second display means in the direction of approaching the third display means. Therefore, it is possible to provide a pool of operations in the operation of expanding from the screen composed of the first display means and the second display means to the screen composed of the first display means, the second display means and the third display means. It is possible to attract the player's consciousness to the image. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.

In the gaming machine of the present invention, in addition to the above configuration, the first display means has a first special shape portion (for example, a first later-described shape) having a bent or bent shape on a side edge adjacent to the second display means. The special shape portion 111a) is formed, and the second display means has a second special shape portion (for example, to be described later) having a shape substantially the same as the first special shape portion at a side edge adjacent to the first display means. Second special shape portion 112a) is formed, and the third display means is provided on a side edge adjacent to the first display means in a state of being arranged between the first display means and the second display means. , A third special shape portion (for example, a third special shape portion 113a described later) having a shape to be combined with the first special shape portion is formed, and is arranged between the first display means and the second display means. In this state, a fourth special shaped portion (for example, a fourth special shaped portion 113b described later) having a shape to be combined with the second special shaped portion is formed on the side edge adjacent to the second display means. Is characterized by.

Thereby, in the operation of expanding from the screen including the first display means and the second display means to the screen including the first display means, the second display means and the third display means, the first display means and the second display means are With the operation of separating from each other, it is possible to produce an effect that the first special shape portion and the second special shape portion combined with each other are separated from each other. Then, after that, with the operation of arranging the third display means between the first display means and the second display means, the first special shape portion and the third special shape portion are combined, and the second special shape portion and the third special shape portion are combined. It is possible to create an effect in which the four special shape parts are combined. Therefore, the impression that the first display unit and the second display unit are separated and the impression that the first display unit, the second display unit, and the third display unit are combined are improved, and the player's consciousness about the effect image. It becomes possible to attract. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.
[Effect of the invention]

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying an impressive effect image.

[Appendix 2]
The gaming device of Appendix 2 is as follows.
[Background Art]

As a gaming machine called a pachi-slot, a sub-liquid crystal display as a movable production device that is placed in the production area of the game board in the gaming machine housing frame and is arranged to be movable up and down between the storage position and the production position. A game machine provided with a device has been proposed (see Patent Document 1). According to Patent Document 1, in the effect area in the game machine housing frame, the sub-liquid crystal display device can be moved up and down between the storage position and the effect position to enhance the effect.
[Prior Art Document]
[Patent Document]

[Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2015-97586 [Summary of Invention]
[Problems to be Solved by the Invention]

However, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, the sub-liquid crystal display device is raised and lowered in the production area in the gaming machine housing frame that is originally watched by the player, and the unexpectedness of the production is lacking. was there.

Therefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that solves such problems and can improve the effect of the effect by having an unexpected effect.
[Means for solving the problem]

The present invention provides the following gaming machines. A gaming machine of the present invention (for example, a pachi-slot machine 1 described later) is a first display area (for example, a first display area 11a described later) facing the front side, which is capable of displaying an effect image in a game. One display unit (for example, a liquid crystal display device 11 or the like described later) and a second display region (for example, a second display region 150a described later or the like) directed in a direction different from the first display region of the first display unit. ), a second display means (for example, a side surface liquid crystal display device 150 or the like described later) capable of displaying an effect image in the game, and a game machine (for example, the front door 2b of the pachi-slot machine 1 described later) are housed. Drive means (for example, drive device 200 described later) that causes the second display means to project to the outside of the gaming machine from a side edge (for example, side edge 150b described later) of the second display area in a predetermined direction. Etc.), and are provided.

The gaming machine having such a configuration includes a first display means, a second display means, and a drive means. The first display means can display the effect image in the game in the first display area facing the front side. The second display means can display the effect image in the game in the second display area which is oriented in a direction different from the first display area of the first display means. The drive means causes the second display means housed in the gaming machine to project to the outside of the gaming machine from the side edge side of the second display area in the predetermined direction.

Thereby, the effect image in the game can be displayed in the second display area, which is provided separately from the first display means in which the first display area is directed to the front side and is directed in a direction different from the first display area. The second display means can be projected from the side edge side in the predetermined direction to the outside of the gaming machine. That is, when the player concentrates his or her attention on the first display means facing the front, it is possible to create an unexpected effect in which the second display means is projected from both sides of the gaming machine that is less conscious. Become. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of the effect due to the unexpected effect.

In addition to the above configuration, in the gaming machine of the present invention, a side edge of the second display means in the predetermined direction is formed in a shape along an outer surface of the gaming machine at a position where the second display means projects. It is characterized by

As a result, the second display means is accommodated in the gaming machine without a sense of discomfort, and a part of the gaming machine is projected so that it is possible to perform an unexpected effect of displaying the effect image. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can improve the effect of the effect with a more unexpected effect.

In addition to the above structure, the gaming machine of the present invention is formed of a translucent material, and has a protection means (for example, a protection member 151 described later) that covers the second display means protruding to the outside of the gaming machine. Further comprising: the drive means, together with the second display means, projecting the protection means from the inside of the gaming machine to the outside of the gaming machine, and storing the protection means from the outside of the gaming machine in the gaming machine. Is characterized by.

This makes it possible to cover the second display means protruding to the outside of the gaming machine with the protection means. Further, the protection means is housed in the gaming machine together with the second display means. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the protruding second display means from being damaged by, for example, contact with a player or the like without impairing the unexpectedness of the effect of protruding the second display means outside the gaming machine. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine which can prevent damage to the display means and can improve the effect of the effect due to the unexpected effect.
[Effect of the invention]

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of the effect due to the unexpected effect.

[Appendix 3]
The gaming device of Appendix 3 is as follows.
[Background Art]

As a gaming machine called a pachi-slot, by providing a liquid crystal display device that has a liquid crystal panel and a fluorescent lamp in the waist panel part, the waist panel part that occupies a large space in front of the game machine is effectively utilized. At the same time, a gaming machine that can enhance decorativeness and effect of performance has been proposed (see Patent Document 1).
[Prior Art Document]
[Patent Document]

[Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2006-43268 [Overview of Invention]
[Problems to be Solved by the Invention]

However, according to the gaming machine of Patent Document 1 described above, the decorativeness and the effect of the effect can be enhanced. However, in recent years, the player can operate the operating means of the gaming machine to further enhance the effect of the effect. , It is expected that the effect of production will be enhanced by the unexpectedness of production.

Therefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine which solves such problems and improves the unexpectedness of the effect by the operation means, and can improve the effect of the effect.
[Means for solving the problem]

The present invention provides the following gaming machines. A gaming machine of the present invention (for example, a pachi-slot machine 1 or the like described later) is a display means (for example, a later-described display area 18a or the like) capable of displaying an effect image in a game on a display area formed on the front surface (for example, a later-described display area 18a or the like). Waist liquid crystal display device 18 and the like), display control means (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 and the like described later) that controls the display of the display means, and operation means that can be operated by the player (for example, an operation unit 150 and the like described below). And an opening (for example, an opening 18b described later) penetrating from the front surface to the back surface is formed in the display means, and the operation means is provided in the opening of the display means. By the display control of the control means, an auxiliary display means (for example, an auxiliary liquid crystal display device 151 or the like described later) capable of displaying an effect image in the game in an auxiliary display area (for example, an auxiliary display area 151a or the like described later) formed on the front surface. The display control means controls the display of the effect image with the display area of the display means and the auxiliary display area of the auxiliary display means as one screen.

The gaming machine having such a configuration includes a display unit, an operation unit, and a display control unit. The display means can display the effect image in the game in the display area formed on the front surface, and the opening portion penetrating from the front surface to the back surface is formed. The operation means can be operated by the player, is provided in the opening of the display means, and display effects of the game can be displayed in the auxiliary display area formed on the front surface by the display control of the display control means. The display control means controls the display of the effect image with the display area of the display means and the auxiliary display area of the auxiliary display means as one screen.

Thus, by disposing the operation means inside the display area of the display means, the auxiliary display area of the operation means, which is a part of the area where the effect image is displayed as one screen, can be operated by the player. Becomes Therefore, it is possible to perform a highly unexpected effect that a part of the area in which the effect image is displayed can be operated. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine in which the unexpectedness of the effect is enhanced by the operation means and the effect of the effect can be improved.

In addition to the above configuration, the gaming machine of the present invention further includes a drive unit (for example, a drive device 200 described later) that can move the operation unit in the front or back direction, and the drive unit is the operation unit. The operation means is moved from a state in which the auxiliary display area of is disposed on a plane substantially the same as the display area of the display means to a state in which the auxiliary display area is disposed on the front side of the display area. It is characterized by being possible.

As a result, the auxiliary display area of the operation means is arranged on substantially the same plane as the display area of the display means, and the effect image is displayed as one screen. You can move to. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine in which the unexpectedness of the effect can be further enhanced by the operation means and the effect of the effect can be improved.

In the gaming machine of the present invention, in addition to the above configuration, the display control means may be arranged such that the auxiliary display area of the operating means is arranged on substantially the same plane as the display area of the display means. In the state where the effect image having the display area and the auxiliary display area as one screen is display-controlled, and the auxiliary display area is arranged on the front side of the display area, the operation of the operation means in the auxiliary display area is performed. It is characterized by controlling the display of a suggestive image.

As a result, the auxiliary display area of the operation means is arranged on substantially the same plane as the display area of the display means, and the effect image is displayed as one screen. Then, in this state, a suggestion image suggesting the operation of the operation means can be displayed in the auxiliary display area. Therefore, first, it is possible to give a surprise by moving a part of the area where the effect image is displayed as one screen to the front side, and then the part that has moved to the front side is operated. It is possible to further add the unexpectedness that it is a means and can be operated. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine in which the unexpectedness of the effect can be further enhanced by the operation means and the effect of the effect can be improved.
[Effect of the invention]

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine in which the unexpectedness of the effect can be enhanced by the operating means and the effect of the effect can be improved.

[Appendix 4]
The gaming device of Appendix 4 is as follows.
[Background Art]

As a game machine called a pachi-slot, a moving mechanism that divides the two liquid crystal displays on which the effect images are displayed and moves each liquid crystal display in the direction of separating is provided, and the moving mechanism separates and moves the liquid crystal displays A gaming machine has been proposed in which a reel mechanism is advanced between the liquid crystal displays, and the liquid crystal display and the reel mechanism form a display unit (see Patent Document 1).
[Prior Art Document]
[Patent Document]

[Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2006-116232 [Summary of Invention]
[Problems to be Solved by the Invention]

However, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, the liquid crystal display is divided, each liquid crystal display is moved in the direction to be separated, and then the reel mechanism is arranged between the separated liquid crystal displays. For this reason, the respective liquid crystal displays are separated from each other with the reel mechanism interposed therebetween, and the effect images on the respective liquid crystal displays are also separated, so that there is a problem that the player's impression of the effect images is deteriorated.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of solving such a problem and displaying an impressive effect image.
[Means for solving the problem]

The present invention provides the following gaming machines. A gaming machine of the present invention is a display device (for example, a liquid crystal display device 11 or the like described later) that displays an effect image in a game in a display region (for example, a display region 11a or the like described later), and a display that controls the display of the display device. A game machine (for example, a pachi-slot machine 1 described later) including a control unit (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 described later) and a driving unit (for example, a drive device 200 described later) that changes the form of the display device. Alternatively, the display device is a pachinko machine 1A or the like, and the display device includes a plurality of display means (for example, a first liquid crystal panel 111, a second liquid crystal panel 112, a third liquid crystal panel 113, a fourth liquid crystal panel 114, and a fifth liquid crystal panel 114, which will be described later). A liquid crystal panel 115, a sixth liquid crystal panel 116, a seventh liquid crystal panel 117, etc.), the plurality of display means can be arranged in a plurality of integrated forms, and the display means adjacent to each other can be arranged. At least a part of which can be arranged integrally with each other, and operates while maintaining a contact state or an approaching state with the other display means by the driving means, and the display control means is a plurality of the display means. It is characterized in that display control of the effect image with the display area as one screen is performed.

The gaming machine having such a configuration includes a display device having a plurality of display means for displaying an effect image in the game in a display area, a display control means for controlling the display of the display device, and a drive means for changing the form of the display device. , Is provided. The display means may have a plurality of integrated arrangements, at least a part of the display means adjacent to each other may be in contact with each other, and the display means may be arranged integrally, and the display means may contact with other display means. Alternatively, it operates while maintaining the approaching state.

As a result, the plurality of display units operate in a state where they are in contact with or close to each other without being completely separated, and portions of adjacent display units are in contact with each other or close to each other to maintain an integrated state while changing the form. As a result, the display device is an integrated one, and while changing to another form having a certain design, before and after the change, an effect image in which the display areas of the plurality of display means are one screen is displayed. Can be displayed. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying an impressive effect image.

In addition to the above configuration, the gaming machine of the present invention is characterized in that the plurality of display means are all formed in the same shape and are rotated in the same direction by the drive means.

As a result, in the display device, the plurality of display means formed in the same shape rotate while slidingly contacting the other adjacent display means. As a result, it can be changed to another form having a certain design property, and before and after the change, an effect image can be displayed with the display areas of the plurality of display means as one screen. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.

In the gaming machine of the present invention, in addition to the above configuration, the display means is formed in an isosceles triangular shape when viewed from the display area side, and the display device has N display means, From the first mode in which one vertex of each of the N display means is brought close to each other by the drive means and the outer shape is an N-gonal shape, the N display means rotate in the same direction, respectively. It is characterized by changing to a second form in which an N-shaped opening is formed in the region.

Accordingly, in the display device, the N-shaped opening portions are formed in the central region by rotating the N display units in the same direction from the first form in which the outer shape is a heptagonal shape. It is possible to display the effect image in which the display areas of the N display means are used as one screen before and after the change. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.
[Effect of the invention]

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying an impressive effect image.

[Appendix 5]
The gaming device of Appendix 5 is as follows.
[Background Art]

As a game machine called a pachi-slot, a moving mechanism that divides the two liquid crystal displays on which the effect images are displayed and moves each liquid crystal display in the direction of separating is provided, and the moving mechanism separates and moves the liquid crystal displays A gaming machine has been proposed in which a reel mechanism is advanced between the liquid crystal displays, and the liquid crystal display and the reel mechanism form a display unit (see Patent Document 1).
[Prior Art Document]
[Patent Document]

[Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2006-116232 [Summary of Invention]
[Problems to be Solved by the Invention]

However, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, the liquid crystal display is divided, each liquid crystal display is moved in the direction to be separated, and then the reel mechanism is arranged between the separated liquid crystal displays. For this reason, the respective liquid crystal displays are separated from each other with the reel mechanism interposed therebetween, and the effect images on the respective liquid crystal displays are also separated, so that there is a problem that the player's impression of the effect images is deteriorated.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of solving such a problem and displaying an impressive effect image.
[Means for solving the problem]

The present invention provides the following gaming machines. A gaming machine of the present invention (for example, a pachi-slot machine 1 or the like described later) is a display means (for example, a liquid crystal display device 11 or the like described later) capable of displaying an effect image in a game in a display area (for example, a display area 11a described later). ), display control means for controlling the display of the display means (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 or the like described later), drive means that can move a part of the display means (for example, a drive device 200 described later), The display means is fixedly arranged to be fixed display means (for example, a fixed liquid crystal panel 110 described later) and the fixed display means. The fixed display means is arranged adjacent to the fixed display means. And a movable display means (for example, a first movable liquid crystal panel 111 and a second movable liquid crystal panel 112, which will be described later) that can move around the display device, and the display control means includes the fixed display means and the movable display means. The display image of the effect image having the display area of 1 as one screen is controlled.

The gaming machine having such a configuration includes a display unit, a display control unit, and a drive unit. The display means can display the effect image in the game in the display area. The display control means controls the display of the display means. The drive means can move a part of the display means. The display means includes a fixed display means and a moving display means. The fixed display means is fixedly arranged. The moving display means is arranged adjacent to the fixed display means, and is movable around the fixed display means by the driving means. Further, the display control means controls the display of the effect image with the display areas of the fixed display means and the moving display means as one screen.

Thereby, while the moving display means is moved around the fixed display means, it is possible to display an effect image in which the display areas of the moving display means and the fixed display means adjacent to each other are one screen. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying an impressive effect image.

In the gaming machine of the present invention, in addition to the above configuration, the movement display means includes first movement display means (for example, a first movement liquid crystal described later) symmetrically provided with respect to the display area of the fixed display means. Panel 111) and second moving display means (for example, a second moving liquid crystal panel 112 described later), and the driving means has the first moving arranged on the horizontal line with the fixed display means interposed therebetween. The display means and the second moving display means are rotated about the fixed display means, and are moved so as to be arranged on a vertical line with the fixed display means sandwiched therebetween.

Thereby, of the display areas of the first moving display means, the fixed display means, and the second moving display means configured as one screen on which the effect image is displayed, the central display area (the display area of the fixed display means). It is possible to move the display areas at both ends (the display areas of the first moving display means and the second moving display means) from the horizontal position to the vertical position without moving. Therefore, for example, by moving the movement display means, it is possible to transition the effect image that spreads horizontally with respect to the predetermined character to the effect image that spreads vertically with the predetermined character as the center. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.

In addition to the above configuration, in the gaming machine of the present invention, an outer shape of the fixed display means is formed in a circular shape when viewed from the front side, and a side edge of the movable display means adjacent to the fixed display means (for example, described later). The side edges 111a and the side edges 112a, etc.) of the fixed display means are formed to conform to the outer shape of the fixed display means, and the drive means forms the display areas of the fixed display means and the movable display means. It is characterized in that it is provided on the back surface which is the surface opposite to the surface on which it is formed.

As a result, the movable display means can be moved along the outer shape of the fixed display means, and the drive means for moving the movable display means is provided on the back surface of the fixed display means and the movable display means. Therefore, while rotating the movable display means around the fixed display means, without showing the driving means that is moving the movable display means to the player viewing the display areas of the fixed display means and the movable display means from the front side, It is possible to perform an effect with an effect image in which the display areas of the fixed display unit and the moving display unit are one screen. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying a more impressive effect image.
[Effect of the invention]

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of displaying an impressive effect image.

[Appendix 6]
The gaming device of Appendix 6 is as follows.
[Background Art]

As a gaming machine called a pachi-slot, it is equipped with a liquid crystal display device that displays information about the game and a liquid crystal drive unit that moves the liquid crystal display device. At the initial stop position, the liquid crystal display device shields the title bar and identifies it. When the player operates the operation means during the performance, the liquid crystal drive unit moves the liquid crystal display device to a position where the title bar is not shielded, and the title is displayed on the front side of the liquid crystal display device. A game machine for moving a bar has been proposed (see Patent Document 1).
[Prior Art Document]
[Patent Document]

[Patent Document 1] JP-A-2016-5718 [Summary of Invention]
[Problems to be Solved by the Invention]

However, although the game machine of Patent Document 1 moves the liquid crystal display device by operating the operation means, the liquid crystal display device is moved as a result of operating the operation means, and the operation is performed by the effect of moving the liquid crystal display device. It was not intended to improve the interest of the operation effect of operating the means.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that solves such problems and can enhance the interest of the operation effect.
[Means for solving the problem]

The present invention provides the following gaming machines. A game machine of the present invention (for example, a pachi-slot machine 1E described later) has operation means (for example, a production button 19 described later) that can be operated by a player, and a display area for a production image in the game (for example, a display described later). Display means (for example, an operation unit liquid crystal display device 12E described later) that can be displayed in the area 12a), display control means (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 described later) that controls the display of the display means, and the display Drive means (for example, a drive device 200E described later) that can move the means in a direction of separating or approaching the operating means, and drive control means that controls the drive means (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 described later) The display means is provided with a special shape portion (for example, a first special shape portion 121, which will be described later) formed in the side edge of the display means in substantially the same shape as the side edge of the operating means. When the drive control means controls the drive means and brings the display means close to the operation means, the special shape portion comes close to the side edge of the operation means.

The gaming machine having such a configuration includes operation means, display means, display control means, drive means, and drive control means. The operation means can be operated by the player. The display means can display the effect image in the game in the display area. The display control means controls the display of the display means. The drive means can move the display means in a direction of separating or approaching the operation means. The drive control means controls the drive means. The display means has a special shaped portion formed on its side edge in a shape substantially the same as that of the side edge of the operating means, and the drive control means controls the drive means to turn the display means into the operating means. When brought close to each other, the special shape portion comes close to the side edge of the operation means.

As a result, by moving the display means, the special shaped portion formed on the side edge of the display means and having the substantially same shape as the side edge of the operation means comes close to the side edge of the operation means. The display means is arranged around the operation means. Therefore, the player can easily recognize the operation means, and the attraction of the effect by the operation means can be improved together with the effect image displayed on the display means. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of the operation effect.

In the gaming machine of the present invention, in addition to the above configuration, there are a plurality of types of operation means (for example, a production button 19, a medal slot 13, a MAX bet button 14, a 1 bet button 15, a start lever 16 and a stop described later. Buttons 17L, 17C, 17R, etc.) and a plurality of types of operation means are arranged on an operation section (for example, a pedestal section 10 described later), and the display means movable by the drive means is arranged on the operation section. It is characterized by being.

Thereby, the display means can be arranged in the operation section in which a plurality of kinds of operation means are arranged. That is, the display means can be moved and brought close to the operation means at the player's hand during the game. Therefore, as compared with the case where the display means is moved in the upper part of the housing of the gaming machine away from the hand, for example, it is possible to pay attention to the effect image of the display means. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of the operation effect while paying attention to the effect image.
[Effect of the invention]

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of operation production.

[Appendix 7]
The gaming device of Appendix 7 is as follows.
[Background Art]

As a gaming machine called a pachi-slot, a movable liquid crystal display device that displays images for production and can be displaced is provided from the upper end position that is the side of the fixed liquid crystal display device to the lower end position that is the side of the reel group. There has been proposed a game machine that can move between the fixed liquid crystal display device and the reel group so as not to overlap with each other when viewed from the front-rear direction (see Patent Document 1).
[Prior Art Document]
[Patent Document]

[Patent Document 1] JP-A-2014-138835 [Outline of the Invention]
[Problems to be Solved by the Invention]

However, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, the movable liquid crystal display device only moves vertically on the side of the reel group, and the movable liquid crystal display device is moved to the front side of the reel group, which is most noticed by the player. There is a problem that the effect produced by the image displayed on the liquid crystal display device cannot be improved. On the other hand, even on the front side of the reel group, if the visibility of the symbol on the activated line on which the winning determination is made deteriorates, there is a problem that the game is hindered.

Therefore, the present invention provides a gaming machine that solves such a problem and can improve the effect of production in front of the reel, and can secure the visibility of the effective line which is particularly noticed by the player. To aim.
[Means for solving the problem]

The present invention provides the following gaming machines. A gaming machine of the present invention (for example, a pachi-slot machine 1F described later) has a plurality of reels (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R described later) on which a plurality of symbols are arranged, and at least two or more symbols for each reel. And a symbol display portion (for example, a display window 4 described later) that can be visually recognized, and a gaming machine that determines the winning of a winning combination in accordance with a stop display on an effective line that is visible from the symbol display portion, Display means (for example, a liquid crystal display device 11F described later) arranged on the front side of the reel and capable of displaying an effect image in a game in a display area (display area 11a described later), and the display means A display control unit (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 described later) that controls the display unit and a drive unit that can move the display unit from a first position that does not overlap the reel to a second position that at least partially overlaps the reel ( For example, a drive device 200F described later) and drive control means (for example, a sub-control circuit 101 described later) that controls the drive means are provided, and the display means is moved to the second position. A special shape portion (for example, special shape portions 111d and 112d described later) is formed on the side edge of the portion overlapping the reel so as not to reduce the visibility of the stop display on the effective line. And

The gaming machine having such a configuration includes a plurality of reels on which a plurality of symbols are arranged, and a symbol display unit in which at least two symbols can be visually recognized for each reel, and on an effective line visible from the symbol display unit. The winning combination of the winning combination is determined according to the stop display of, and the display means, the display control means, and the driving means are provided. The display means is arranged on the front side of the reel and can display the effect image in the game in the display area. The display control means controls the display of the display means. The drive means can move the display means from the first position where it does not overlap with the reel to the second position where at least a part thereof overlaps with the reel. The drive control means controls the drive means. Further, the display means is formed with a special shape portion at the side edge of the portion overlapping the reel when the display means is moved to the second position so as not to reduce the visibility of the stop display on the activated line.

Thereby, the display means can be moved from the first position where it does not overlap the reel to the second position where at least a part thereof overlaps the reel. Therefore, by moving the display means for displaying the effect image before the reel that the player pays attention to, the effect of the effect image before the reel can be improved. Further, when the display means is moved to the second position, a special shape portion is formed on the side edge of the portion of the display means overlapping the reel so as not to reduce the visibility of the stop display on the activated line. .. Therefore, the visibility of the symbols on the activated line on which the winning determination is made is not reduced. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of production in front of the reels and ensuring the visibility of the active line which is particularly noticed by the player.

In addition to the above configuration, the gaming machine of the present invention is characterized in that the display control means controls the display means to display a pseudo symbol imitating a symbol.

Thus, the display means can display a pseudo symbol imitating the symbol, so that various symbols can be produced by the symbol arranged on the reel and the pseudo symbol displayed on the display means. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of production in front of the reels, capable of producing a variety of symbols, and ensuring the visibility of an effective line which is particularly noticed by the player.
[Effect of the invention]

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the effect of production in front of a reel and ensuring the visibility of an effective line which the player particularly pays attention to.

1E, 1F Pachi-slot machine 3L, 3C, 3R Reel 4 Display window 4a Effective line 19 Production button 11F Liquid crystal display device 12E Operation part liquid crystal display device 11a, 12a Display area 111d, 112d Special shape part 121 First special shape part 101 Sub-control Circuit 200E, 200F Driving device

Claims (3)

A plurality of reels on which a plurality of symbols are arranged, and a symbol display unit in which at least two symbols can be visually recognized for each reel are provided, and a role is displayed according to a stop display on an effective line which can be visually recognized from the symbol display unit. A gaming machine for determining a prize,
Display means arranged on the front side of the reel and capable of displaying a play effect image in a display area,
Display control means for controlling display of the display means,
Drive means capable of moving the display means from a first position that does not overlap the reel to a second position that at least partially overlaps the reel;
Drive control means for controlling the drive means,
The display means, when moved to the second position, the side edges of the reel and overlapping part, the so not to lower the visibility of the effective line on the stop display, displays the stopped symbols on the activated line A game machine characterized in that a specially shaped portion that is a shape that is cut in as much as possible is formed. The game machine according to claim 1, wherein the display control means controls the display means to display a pseudo symbol that imitates a symbol. Further comprising a shield means arranged on the front side of the display means and having a window opened so that the means arranged on the back side can be viewed.
When the display means is arranged at the first position,
The display means can display the effect image in a range visible from the window of the shielding means,
The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the special shape portion of the display means is arranged invisible by the shielding means.