JP6920613B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

Regarding gaming machines.

As a gaming machine, there is a gaming machine that advances a game when a gaming ball enters a starting port on a gaming board surface (gaming area). The gaming machine configured in this way changes the gaming state based on the ball entering the starting port, and creates a gaming progress state that is advantageous to the player depending on the gaming state, thereby enhancing the interest of the game. In addition, there are gaming machines that enhance the interest of the game by devising the composition of the game board surface and devising the content of the production.

JP-A-2016-107005

Further improvements are desired to further enhance the enjoyment of the game.

The gaming machine according to this aspect
Projectors that emit video light (for example, projector PR, which will be described later),
A screen body (for example, a screen body SB described later) that is arranged at a position away from the projector and forms an image by being irradiated with the image light, and a screen body (for example, a screen body SB described later).
At least two movable bodies (for example, a movable member VB (movable plate VPR and a movable plate VPL) described later, which are movably arranged toward a video light passing region through which the video light passes from the projector to the screen body. )etc,
A visual opening (for example, opening RE102 described later) formed so that the screen body can be visually recognized by a player is provided.
The at least two movable bodies
When they approach each other, they are placed in the first position (for example, the appearance position described later).
When they are separated from each other, they are arranged at a second position (for example, a retracted position described later) different from the first position.
The at least two movable bodies are easier to see through the viewing opening when they are placed in the first position than when they are placed in the second position.
It said second position, Ri said position der disposed in a region different from the at least two movable bodies the image light passing areas,
The at least two movable bodies are arranged next to each other in the first position.
Further provided with a light guide plate having an incident portion on which light is incident and an exit portion on which the incident light is propagated and emitted.
When the at least two movable bodies are arranged next to each other, an adjacent region in which the at least two movable bodies are adjacent to each other is formed.
The light guide plate is arranged in the region between the at least two movable bodies and the visual opening.
The emitting portion is a gaming machine characterized in that it is arranged at a position in front of the adjacent region on the light guide plate.

According to the gaming machine according to this aspect, there is an effect that the interest of the game can be further enhanced.

FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 3 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 4 is a main flowchart on the main control board side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 5 is a flowchart of the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of a random number acquisition process for determining the main game content on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of a main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 10 is a configuration diagram of a main game table used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 11 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 12 is a flowchart of a special game operating condition determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of a special game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 15 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the hold information management process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 17 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of a special game-related display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 20 is a perspective view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. 21 is a front view (a) and a perspective view (b) of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment with the cover body RE104 removed. FIG. 22 is a perspective view showing a schematic configuration of the inside of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 23 is a perspective view (a) and a plan view (b) showing the arrangement of the movable member VB, the main screen MS, the curved screen CS, and the small screen DS of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 24 is a side view showing a schematic configuration of the inside of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. FIG. 25 is a front view (a) of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment and a cross-sectional view (b) showing a schematic internal configuration. FIG. 26 is a plan view (a) and a perspective view (a) showing the image light emitted from the projector PR. FIG. 27 is a perspective view showing a state in which the movable member VB appears and the main screen MS is retracted. FIG. 28 is a perspective view showing a state in which the movable member VB has appeared and the main screen MS has appeared. FIG. 29 is a perspective view showing a state in which the movable member VB is retracted, the main screen MS is retracted, and the small screen drive unit DD appears. FIG. 30 is a perspective view showing a state (a) in which the small screen drive unit DD is retracted and a state (a) in which the small screen drive unit DD appears. FIG. 31 is a perspective view showing a state in which the movable member VB is retracted, the main screen MS appears, and the small screen drive unit DD is retracted. FIG. 32 is a perspective view showing a state in which the movable member VB is retracted, the main screen MS is retracted, and the small screen drive unit DD is retracted. FIG. 33 is a perspective view showing a state (a) in which the main screen MS is retracted and a state (b) in which the main screen MS has appeared. FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the control process of the LED for the movable member. FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the LED superimposition control process for the light guide plate. FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the control process of the light guide plate LED. FIG. 37 is a diagram showing an example of an image formed on the main screen MS (a) and the curved screen CS (b). FIG. 38 is a diagram showing an example of an image formed on the main screen MS (a), the main screen MS, and the small screen DS (b). FIG. 39 is a front view of the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 40 is a diagram showing an example of arrangement of a symbol entry port installed at the lower part of the game board and a symbol of the tile in the sparrow ball game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 41 is a diagram showing a configuration example of an operation panel in the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 42 is a functional block diagram of the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 43 is a main flowchart on the main control board side of the pachinko / pachislot machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 44 is a flowchart of the medal management process on the main control board side in the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 45 is a flowchart of the remaining number of balls set processing on the main control board side in the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 46 is a flowchart of the game execution control process on the main control board side in the sparrow ball game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 47 is a flowchart of a direct hit lottery execution process on the main control board side in the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 48 is a flowchart of the arrangement determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko / pachislot machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 49 is a flowchart of the self-regulation control process on the main control board side in the pachinko / pachislot machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 50 is a flowchart of an agari combination determination process on the main control board side in the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 51 is an example of a list of agari roles on the main control board side in the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 52 is a flowchart of the special game flag control process on the main control board side in the sparrow ball game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 53 is a flowchart of the payout number calculation process on the main control board side in the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 54 is a flowchart of the game end processing on the main control board side in the sparrow ball game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 55 is a main flowchart on the sub-control board side of the pachinko / pachislot machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 56 is a flowchart of the hand-held display control process on the sub-control board side in the pachinko / pachislot machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 57 is a perspective view from the front of the pachinko / pachislot machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 58 is a perspective view from the rear of the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 59 is a perspective view from the rear showing the internal configuration of the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 60 is a perspective view showing the frame body FRB and the game board 2. FIG. 61 is a perspective view showing a state in which the game board 2 is attached to the frame body FRB. FIG. 62 is a perspective view showing a game area forming plate PRP, a game board screen body PSP, and a spacer SPS. FIG. 63 is a cross-sectional view showing through holes of the game area forming plate PRP and the screen body PSP for the game board.

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<Pachinko game machine>

First, the meaning of each term in the present specification will be described. "Prize ball" includes not only a prize in which a prize ball is paid out, but also a passage to a "through chucker" in which a prize ball is not paid out. The "identification information" may be in any form as long as the type of information can be identified through the five senses (visual, auditory, tactile, etc.), but preferably visual information such as numbers, letters, and patterns. Those having a shape such as, etc. can be mentioned. Further, in the present specification, the "identification information" may be referred to as a main game symbol / special symbol (special symbol) or a decorative symbol (designation), but the "special symbol (special symbol)" is a main control board. The identification information is displayed and controlled on the side, and the "decorative pattern (design)" is the identification information as an effect displayed on the sub-control board side. "Displayable identification information" is not limited to the display method, and includes, for example, light emission of light emitting means (for example, projector, liquid crystal display, LED, 7-segment display) (not only the presence or absence of light emission but also the difference in color). ), Physical display (for example, the symbol drawn on the reel band is stopped and displayed at a predetermined position), and the like. "Direction" refers to the display content that enhances the enjoyment of the game, for example, moving images such as animations and live-action photographs, still images such as pictures, photographs, characters, etc., including identification information fluctuation / stop, notice, etc. Combinations can be mentioned. The "open state, open state" and "closed state, closed state" are, for example, in the configuration of a general large winning opening (so-called attacker), the open state = easy winning state, and the closed state = non-winning state. It will be in an easy state. Further, for example, a state of protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter, may be referred to as an advanced state) and a state of being retracted into the game board (the side opposite to the player side) (hereinafter, referred to as an evacuation state). In a configuration that can take (there is) (so-called tongue-type attacker), the advance state = the winning state is easy, and the evacuation state = the winning non-easy state. A "random number" is a random number used in a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) for determining some game content in a pachinko game machine, and includes a pseudo-random number in addition to a random number in a narrow sense (for example, a hard random number). Random numbers, soft random numbers as pseudo-random numbers). For example, the so-called "basic random number" that affects the result of the game, specifically, the "winning random number (random number for winning / failing lottery)" related to the transition of the special game, and the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol are determined. "Random number for determining variable mode", "Random number for determining stop symbol", "Random number for determining winning symbol" for determining whether to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variable game) after a special game, etc. be able to. It is not necessary to use all of these random numbers when determining the content of the variation mode, the content of the definite identification information, and the like, and at least one random number that is the same as or different from each other may be used. Further, in the present specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of the number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers, but once the entry port (for example, the start entry port) that triggers the acquisition of random numbers. The random number obtained by entering the ball is called one (that is, in the above example, a bundle of random numbers such as winning random number + fluctuation mode determination random number + symbol determination random number ... is called one random number). .. Further, for example, a kind of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another kind of random number (for example, a symbol determination random number). In the case of a pachinko gaming machine, the "game state" is, for example, a special game state in which the large winning opening can be opened, and a non-probability variable game state in which the lottery probability of transition to the special game state is a predetermined value. Transition to special game state Probability fluctuation game state with high lottery probability, auxiliary game state with assistance for winning a prize at the start port that triggers the transition to special game (so-called normal symbol time saving state, for example, variable to the start port) When the member is attached, the opening period of the variable member is long, the probability of winning the opening of the variable member is high, the time for notifying the result of the opening lottery of the variable member is short), etc. be. On the other hand, the "CPU" in a spinning machine is synonymous with what is well known in the art, and is not limited to the architecture (CISC, RISC, number of bits, etc.) and processing performance used. "Power outage" means that the power supply voltage supplied to the gaming machine is below a certain level regardless of whether or not the power switch provided in the gaming machine is operated. For example, power supply It also includes the interruption of power supply due to unforeseen circumstances such as damage to the unit or power outage. "ROM" is synonymous with what is well known in the art, and physically holds information (for example, "1" if the element configuration is conductive when a current for reading data is applied, and conducts. If the element configuration does not, it will be "0"). RAM is synonymous with what is well known in the art, and holds information electrically (for example, when a current for reading data is applied, it is "1" if it is stored, and if it is not stored, it is not. It is set to "0". It should be noted that it is generally configured so that backup power is supplied to a part or all of the data held in the RAM at the time of power failure). The "game state" corresponds to, for example, a special game state in which a game medal is easily obtained and is advantageous to the player (a so-called big hit game, which is called a bonus game, a first-class BB, a second-class BB, or the like. ), The winning rate of the re-gaming combination is higher (or lower) than the normal gaming state in which the winning rate of the re-gaming combination is a predetermined value. Examples include the stop order of the reels for winning a prize, an AT (assist time) state in which the stop position can be notified, and an ART (assist replay time) state in which the RT state and the AT state are combined. Further, even in the normal game state, the lottery probability of transition to the RT state, the AT state, and the ART state is different, the high probability normal game state, the low probability normal game state, etc. (in this example, it is referred to as the lottery state. ). In addition, there is no problem even if the game states are combined {Furthermore, these game states and functions (for example, a lottery for shifting to the AT state, output of a notification instruction related to the reel stop order, etc.) control the game progress. There is no problem even if all are mounted on the main control board side}. Further, in this example, the state related to AT and the RT state are described separately, and the RT state is referred to as "RT1" and the state related to AT is referred to as "normal gaming state". Collectively, the state related to ART may be referred to as a "normal game state" or the like as a state related to ART. The "winning combination" is the type (or condition device number) of the conditional device won by the internal lottery. The "notification state" is a state related to an AT capable of executing push order navigation, which will be described later, and even if the game is won by a conditional device in which push order navigation is not executed because the winning combination does not differ depending on the reel stop order. , If the state related to AT is a state in which push order navigation can be executed, it is configured to be a "notification state". The "counter value" is also referred to as the "number of games that can be executed for notification games", and is the number of remaining AT games or the counter value of the AT counter M60, which will be described later. For example, when the "number of playable notification games" is 1 or more (the game in which "0" is set may be included), the push order navigation described later can be executed. In addition, as the "number of playable notification games", the difference number of game media (the number of payouts minus the number of inputs) obtained based on the winning of small wins (mainly the push order bell role) and the number of pushes The number of times the winning bell role is won may be adopted. Further, the "special notification state" is a state that is most advantageous to the player among the states related to AT, and in this example, it is referred to as an "additional specialization state". Further, the "specific condition" is a condition in which the AT counter value can be subtracted, and the specific condition is, for example, that one game is completed, a predetermined combination (for example, a push order bell combination) is won, and the like.

The first embodiment is just an example, and the order of each step regarding various processes such as the location and function where each means exists, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for the process of each step, etc. The present invention is not limited to the following aspects. Further, the above-described embodiments and modifications should not be limitedly understood to be applied to specific ones, and may be any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification of one embodiment is a modification of another embodiment, and even if one modification and another modification are described independently. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and the other modified example is also described.

First, the pachinko gaming machine according to this example will be described by exemplifying the first embodiment to the first modification from the second embodiment. In addition, the following embodiment is a model (type 1 type 1 multifunction device) in which two conventional type 1 pachinko gaming machines are mixed. However, this is not limited to this, and it is also within the range when applied to other gaming machines (for example, conventional pachinko gaming machines of type 1, type 2, type 3, general electric service, etc.). .. The first embodiment is just an example, and the order of each step regarding various processes such as the location and function where each means exists, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for the process of each step, etc. The present invention is not limited to the following aspects. Further, the above-described embodiments and modifications should not be limitedly understood to be applied to specific ones, and may be any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification of one embodiment is a modification of another embodiment, and even if one modification and another modification are described independently. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and the other modified example is also described. Further, in the first embodiment, there are a lottery table and a reference table for various tables, but these are also not limited, and the lottery table may be used as a reference table or vice versa. Further, the term "table" in this example is not limited to the format, and one or more selection candidates are selected from a plurality of selection candidates based on one or more pieces of information. It should be understood that it is an associated aspect. Further, the numerical values as specific examples shown in the following embodiments and modification {for example, winning probability at the time of lottery execution, maximum number of rounds at the time of special game, symbol variation time, number of continuations in each game state, etc.} are This is just an example, and in particular, different conditions (for example, by the conditions of the first main game side and the second main game side, by the conditions of the probability fluctuation game and the non-probability fluctuation game, and the time reduction game and the non-time reduction game). It is understood that the magnitude relations and combinations of the numerical values shown in (conditions with the time reduction game, etc.) may be changed as appropriate as long as they do not deviate significantly from the purpose of the following embodiments and modification examples. Should. For example, the magnitude relationship between the first main game side and the second main game side in terms of the winning probability at the time of lottery execution and the expected value of the maximum number of rounds at the time of special game is that the first main game side = the second main game side. Even if it is illustrated as such, even if the magnitude relationship is appropriately changed such that the first main game side <second main game side, or the first main game side> second main game side. Good (same for other numbers and conditions). Further, for example, when the number of continuations of the probability fluctuation game state is configured based on the purpose of continuing until the next big hit occurs, whether to set "65535" as the number of continuations (configured to substantially continue). Alternatively, even in the option of the realization method based on the same purpose, such as maintaining the probability fluctuation game state until the next big hit occurs without setting the number of continuations, as long as the purpose of the following embodiments and modification examples is not significantly deviated. Should be understood that may be changed as appropriate.

Here, before explaining each component, the features (outline) of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment will be described. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

First, with reference to FIG. 1, the basic structure on the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment will be described. The pachinko gaming machine is mainly composed of a gaming machine frame and a gaming board D35. Hereinafter, these will be described in order.

First, the gaming machine frame of the pachinko gaming machine includes an outer frame D12, a front frame D14, a transparent plate D16, a door D18, an upper ball plate D20, a lower ball plate D22, and a launch handle D44. First, the outer frame D12 is a frame body for fixing the pachinko gaming machine at a position where it should be installed. The front frame D14 is a frame body that matches the opening portion of the outer frame D12, and is attached to the outer frame D12 so as to be openable and closable via a hinge mechanism (not shown). The front frame D14 includes a mechanism for launching the game ball, a mechanism for detachably accommodating the game board D35, a mechanism for guiding or collecting the game ball, and the like. The transparent plate D16 is formed of glass or the like and is supported by the door D18. The door D18 is openably and closably attached to the front frame D14 via a hinge mechanism (not shown). The upper ball plate D20 has a mechanism for storing the game ball, sending the game ball to the launch rail, and extracting the game ball from the lower ball plate D22. The unit having the upper ball plate D20 is provided with a sub-input button operated by the player during the production (not shown). The lower ball plate D22 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. Further, speakers D24 are provided on the left and right, and sound effects according to the game state and the like are output.

Next, in the game board D35, a game area D30 divided by an outer rail D32 and an inner rail D34 is formed. Then, in the game area D30, in addition to mechanisms such as a plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown) and various general winning openings P10, the first main game start port A10, the second main game start port B10, and the auxiliary game start port H10 (Not shown), Grand prize opening C10, 1st main game symbol display device A20 (not shown), 2nd main game symbol display device B20 (not shown), effect device unit RE, auxiliary game symbol display device H20 (Not shown) and the out port D36 are installed. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail in order.

Next, the general winning opening P10 includes a general winning opening entry ball detection device P11s. The general winning opening ball detection device P11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the general winning opening P10, and generates general winning opening entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. By entering the game balls into the general winning opening P10, a predetermined number (for example, 3 balls) of game balls will be paid out as prize balls.

Next, the first main game start opening A10 is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the first main game. As a specific configuration, the first main game start port A10 includes a first main game start port entry ball detection device A11s. Here, the first main game start port entry detection device A11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first main game start opening A10, and the first main game start indicating the entry at the time of entry. Generates mouth ball information.

Next, the second main game start opening B10 is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the second main game. As a specific configuration, the second main game start port B10 includes a second main game start port entry ball detection device B11s and a second main game start port electric accessory B11d. Here, the second main game start port entry detection device B11s is a sensor that detects the entry of the game ball into the second main game start port B10, and the second main game start indicating the entry at the time of entry. Generates mouth ball information. Next, the second main game start port electric accessory B11d is variable to a closed state in which the game ball is difficult to win in the second main game start port B10 and an open state in which the game ball is easier to win than the closed state.

Here, in the first embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are provided, and the game ball flowing down the game area D30 is from either the right side or the left side. However, it is configured so that it can be guided to the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10.

In the first embodiment, the electric accessory is provided on the second main game start port B10 side, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric accessory is provided on the first main game start port A10 side. It may be configured. Further, in the first embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are arranged apart from each other, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game start port A10 is not limited to this. And the second main game start port B10 may be arranged so as to overlap each other. In that case, the upper part of the second main game start port B10 is blocked by the presence of the first main game start port A10. It may be configured as follows.

Next, the auxiliary game start port H10 (not shown) includes an auxiliary game start port entry ball detection device H11s (not shown). Here, the auxiliary game start opening ball entry detection device H11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the auxiliary game start opening H10, and generates auxiliary game start opening entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. do. The entry of the game ball into the auxiliary game start port H10 triggers a lottery for expanding the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10.

Here, in the first embodiment, the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is easily guided to the auxiliary game start port H10, and is easily guided to the left side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area). ) Is configured to be difficult to be guided to the auxiliary game start port H10. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a game ball flowing down the right side and the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) may be configured to be guided to the auxiliary game start port H10.

Next, a large winning opening C10 is provided above the out opening D36, and the game ball flowing down the game area D30 is an area in which the large winning opening C10 is arranged before reaching the out opening D36. It is configured to be easy to pass through.

Next, the big winning opening C10 has a horizontal rectangular shape that opens when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops the jackpot symbol, and becomes the main game. It is a corresponding winning opening. Specifically, the large winning opening C10 includes a large winning opening winning detection device C11s for detecting the entry of a game ball, a large winning opening electric accessory C11d (and a large winning opening electric accessory solenoid C13). , Equipped with. Here, the large winning opening winning detection device C11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the large winning opening C10, and generates the large winning opening entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. The large winning opening electric accessory C11d changes the large winning opening C10 into a normal state in which the game ball cannot or is difficult to win in the large winning opening C10 and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win (the large winning opening electric accessory solenoid). C13 is excited to make it variable). In the first embodiment, the mode of the large winning opening is changed to a normal state in which the game ball has a horizontal rectangular shape and the game ball cannot win or is difficult to win, and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. , Not limited to this. In that case, for example, an advance state in which the rod-shaped member provided in the large winning opening is projected toward the player side and a retracted state in which the rod-shaped member is retracted toward the player side can be adopted (so-called so-called). A tongue-type attacker) or an opening on the passage where the game ball can roll is used as a big winning opening, and the opening can be closed or opened (so-called sliding attacker). It is often suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the large winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10). Further, in this example, only one large winning opening is provided as the large winning opening C10, but a plurality of large winning openings may be provided as in the first large winning opening C10 and the second large winning opening C20.

Next, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) is related to the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) corresponding to the first main game (second main game). It is a device that executes the displayed display. As a specific configuration, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) includes a first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) and a first main game symbol display unit B21g. It is provided with a symbol hold display unit A21h (second main game symbol hold display unit B21h). Here, the first main game symbol hold display unit A21h (second main game symbol hold display unit B21h) is composed of four lamps, and the number of lamps lit is the first main game (second main game). Corresponds to the number of pending random numbers related to (the number of fluctuations in the main game symbol that has not been executed). The first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) is composed of, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) is "0" to "9". It is displayed with 10 kinds of numbers of "" and "-" of the loss {However, it is not limited to this, and the 7-segment LED is displayed so that it becomes difficult for the player to recognize which main game symbol is displayed. It is preferable to use and display by a symbol or the like. Further, the holding number display is not limited to being composed of four lamps, and a maximum of four holding numbers can be displayed (for example, it is composed of one lamp and is held. Number 1: Lighting, Number of Holds 2: Blinking at low speed, Number of Holds 3: Blinking at medium speed, Number of Holds 4: Blinking at high speed).

Since the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) does not necessarily have to have a directing role, in the first embodiment, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device) The size of B20) is set to an inconspicuous degree. However, in the case of adopting a method in which the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) itself has a directing role and the decorative symbol is not displayed, the effect device unit RE is provided with the first main game symbol. (Second main game symbol) may be configured to be displayed.

Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 is a device that executes display and the like related to the auxiliary game symbol. As a specific configuration, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 includes an auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g and an auxiliary game symbol hold display unit H21h. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display unit H21h is composed of four lamps, and the number of lamps lit corresponds to the number of reserved auxiliary game symbol changes (the number of auxiliary game symbol changes that have not been executed).

Further, the game effect lamp D26 is provided in an area other than the game area D30 or the game area D30, and plays a role of directing by blinking or the like.

<Direction device RE>
As shown in FIG. 1, the effect device unit RE is arranged above the gaming machine main body MU of the pachinko gaming machine. The effect device unit RE mainly has a projector PR, a screen body SB (main screen MS, curved screen CS, small screen DS), a movable member VB, etc., and various types of screen body SB are used according to the progress of the game. Is displayed, and a movable member VB appears. The player can visually recognize the image displayed on the screen body SB and the movable member VB through the opening RE102. The specific configuration of the effect device unit RE will be described later.

<Relationship between the position of the first main game start port A10 and the effect device unit RE>
As described above, the game area D30 is provided with a first main game start port A10, a second main game start port B10, and an auxiliary game start port H10. As shown in FIG. 1, among these start ports, the first main game start port A10 is arranged at a position above the center of the game board D35 (game area D30). Further, as shown in FIG. 1, the effect device unit RE is arranged above the game board D35. In this way, by arranging the first main game start port A10 at a position above the center of the game board D35 (game area D30), the first main game start port A10 can be brought closer to the effect device unit RE. ..

When a game is being played on a pachinko machine, the player tries to change the symbol as many times as possible, paying attention to whether or not the game ball enters the first main game start port A10. Often there are. For this reason, it is assumed that the player's line of sight mainly heads toward the first main game start port A10, so that the line of sight of the player is less likely to be directed to the effect device unit RE, and the effect of the effect device unit RE is overlooked. NS. Therefore, by arranging the first main game start port A10 at a position above the center of the game board D35 (game area D30) and at a position close to the effect device unit RE, the player can look at the line of sight. The effect device unit RE can be visually recognized without moving a large amount of.

<< Retention member RTM >>
As described above, by arranging the first main game start port A10 at a position above the center of the game board D35 (game area D30), the game ball that has entered the game area D30 can move into the first main game start port. The distance to A10 is shortened, and it is easy to find out the ball entering the first main game starting port A10 in a short time, which may reduce the game playability.

In the first embodiment, the retention member RTM is provided above the first main game start port A10. The retention member RTM has a passage extending to the left and right and an opening (not shown) formed in the central portion, and the game ball reaching the retention member RTM is guided by the passage and alternately moves left and right repeatedly. do. When the speed of the game ball gradually decreases and finally reaches the opening, the game ball falls and heads toward the first main game start port A10. Depending on the position of the fall, the ball may enter the first main game start port A10. By controlling the movement of the game ball by the retention member RTM, it is possible to prolong the time until the game ball approaches the first main game start port A10, which attracts interest regarding winning the first main game start port A10. You can continue. The retention member RTM may be any as long as it can prolong (can retain) the time for the game ball to approach the first main game start port A10 by controlling the movement of the game ball.

<< Induction lamp GUD >>
The game board D35 is provided with a guide lamp GUD near the first main game start port A10. As described above, the player often advances the game by paying attention to whether or not the game ball enters the first main game start port A10. Therefore, even if the effect is executed by the effect device unit RE, there is a possibility that the effect will be overlooked. In order to prevent such a situation, a guide lamp GUD is provided near the first main game start port A10, a display body such as an upward arrow is provided on the guide lamp GUD, and the guide lamp GUD is turned on or blinked. This makes it possible to recognize the existence of the effect device unit RE arranged above and urge the effect device unit RE to move the line of sight.

Further, the emission color and blinking mode of the induction lamp GUD may be different depending on the type and content of the effect of the effect device unit RE. Depending on the emission color, blinking mode, etc., the player can be made to judge whether or not the effect is of interest without moving the line of sight to the effect device unit RE to check it.

Next, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and controls the overall game operation (that is, the game, such as a lottery when the ball enters the first main game starting port A10 (second main game starting port B10). The main control board M that performs control that is directly related to the interests of the pachinko machine, and the production control means (sub-main control unit) SM that performs display control and the like related to various productions in the production device unit RE that gives interest to the game content. And, the sub-sub control unit SS that mainly executes the effect display, the prize ball tank KT, the prize ball rail KR, and the game balls supplied from the prize ball tank KT according to the prizes in each winning opening are sent to the upper ball plate D20. The game area includes a prize ball payout device (set base) KE provided with a payout unit KE10, a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling the payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a game ball (storage ball) of the upper ball plate D20. Turn on the power of the launching device DD42 that launches one ball at a time to D30, the launching control board DD40 that controls the launching operation of the launching device DD42, the power supply unit EE that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, and the pachinko gaming machine. A power switch Ea or the like, which is a switch to turn off, is provided on the back surface of the front frame D14 (on the side opposite to the game side).

Next, the electrical schematic configuration of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, as described above, the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment has a main control board M that controls the progress of the game and a game ball based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board M. Various effects in the effect device unit RE such as fluctuation / stop of decorative symbols based on the information (signals, commands, etc.) from the prize ball payout control board KH that controls the payout and the main control board M, and the sound from the speaker D24. , The sub-control board S that controls the lighting of the game effect lamp D26, the execution of error notification, etc. (in this example, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are arranged on one board) and these. It is mainly composed of a power supply unit EE that supplies power to the entire gaming machine including the control board of the above. Here, the sub-control board S includes a sub-main control unit SM that controls various effects in the effect device unit RE such as fluctuation / stop of the decorative pattern, sound from the speaker D24, lighting of the game effect lamp D26, and error notification. It is provided with two control units, a sub-sub control unit SS, which executes display processing such as variable display / stop display, hold display, and notice display of the decorative symbol on the effect device unit RE. The main control board M, the prize ball payout control board KH, the sub-main control unit SM, and the sub-sub control unit SS include a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes, a ROM that stores in advance a program that defines the arithmetic processing of the CPU, and a CPU. It is equipped with a RAM that temporarily stores the data handled by the CPU (various data generated during the game, computer programs read from the ROM, etc.). Hereinafter, the schematic configuration of each substrate and the electrical connection mode between each substrate / device will be outlined.

First, the main control board M includes a winning port sensor Ns (the above-mentioned first main game start port entry ball detection device A11s, second main game start port entry ball detection device B11s, auxiliary game start port entry ball detection device H11s, large). Winning opening winning detection device C11s, general winning detection device P11s), drive solenoid (not shown above, large winning opening electric accessory solenoid C13, etc.), information display LED (not shown), etc. are indispensable for the progress of the game. It is electrically connected to the input / output device and controls the progress of the game based on the input signal from each input device. Further, the main control board M is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub control board S (sub-main control unit SM / sub-sub control unit SS), and the prize ball is paid out based on the progress of the game. Information (commands) related to the above and the like can be transmitted to the prize ball payout control board KH, and information (commands) related to the progress state of the production / game can be transmitted to the sub-control board S. The main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown), and the main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC via an external connection terminal by wiring. It is configured to be able to output game-related information to an external device.

Further, in the first embodiment, as shown by the arrow notation in FIG. 3, the main control board M and the prize ball payout control board KH are configured to enable bidirectional communication, while the main control board M and the main control board M The sub-main control unit SM is configured to enable one-way communication from the main control board M to the sub-main control unit SM (the communication method may be either serial communication or parallel communication). .. The communication between the control boards (between the control devices) may be one-way communication or two-way communication.

Next, the prize ball payout control board KH is a prize ball payout device KE that executes the payout of game balls, and a device that can be operated by the player and receives a game ball lending request to the prize ball payout control board KH. It is connected to the game ball lending device R for transmission. Further, although not shown, in the first embodiment, the control circuit unit of the launching device is provided in the prize ball payout control board, and the prize ball payout control board and the launching device (launch handle, launch motor, ball) are provided. It is also connected to the feeder, etc.). In the first embodiment, the game ball lending device R is separated and adjacent to the game machine, but it may be integrated with the game machine. In that case, the prize ball payout control board KH The loan control and the management control of the recording medium for lending such as electronic money may be supervised.

Next, the sub-control board S includes a projector PR for displaying an effect such as a decorative pattern, a speaker D24, a game effect lamp D26, a drive device for other effects (not shown), and a button effect (button repeated press effect). A sub-input button that controls switching between execution and non-execution of the change in the display mode in the above mode is connected (not shown, but in this example, the sub-input button detects that the sub-input button has been operated. Sub-input button for input detection device SBs). Further, the main screen drive unit MD, the small screen drive unit DD, the movable member drive unit VD, the movable member LEDVB100, and the light guide plate LEDLG100 are connected to the sub-control board S, and various commands are issued according to the game state and the like. It is output. The main screen drive unit MD moves the main screen MS to the appearance position and the retracted position. The small screen drive unit DD moves the small screen DS to the appearance position and the retracted position. The movable member LEDVB 100 illuminates the movable member VB (movable plate VPR and movable plate VPL). The light guide plate LED LG 100 emits light, and the emitted light is guided to the light guide plate LG.

In the first embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are provided in the sub-control board S, and the sub-main control unit SM controls the sound output from the speaker D24 and the game. Effect (decoration) Lighting control of lamp D26, control of main screen drive unit MD, control of small screen drive unit DD, control of movable member drive unit VD, control of movable member LEDVB100, control of light guide plate LEDLG100 are performed. , The sub-sub control unit SS is configured to perform display control (substantial display control) of the projector PR. In the first embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are configured to be integrated by the sub-control board S, but the present invention is not limited to this (separate board). However, by configuring it so as to be integrated, there are merits such as space merit and reduction of the situation where noise is mixed in the wiring and the like). Further, the division of work between the two control units can be appropriately changed, for example, the voice control is executed by the sub-sub control unit SS (suitable when adopting a VDP integrated with a voice control circuit). Further, an electronic value may be given without giving a physical prize ball as a prize ball.

Next, game peripherals will be described. Since the detailed configurations of some peripheral devices have already been described, the remaining configurations will be briefly described. First, the game peripherals include a first main game peripheral device A which is a peripheral device on the first main game side, a second main game peripheral device B which is a peripheral device on the second main game side, and a first main game side. The first and second main game shared peripheral devices C, which are the shared peripheral devices on the second main game side, the auxiliary game peripheral device HH related to the auxiliary game, the sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM, and the sub-sub control unit. Has SS, etc. Here, the effect controlled by the sub-main control unit SM includes the variation of the first main game symbol and the variation of the second main game symbol and the variation of the decorative symbol in a time-synchronized manner, and the result of the game. It is related to the display of only information that does not affect. Hereinafter, these peripheral devices will be described in order.

First, the first main game peripheral device A includes a first main game start port A10 that triggers a transition to a special game, and a first main game symbol display device A20 capable of stopping display and variable display of the first main game symbol. ,have.

Next, the second main game peripheral device B has a second main game start port B10 that triggers a transition to a special game, and a second main game symbol display device B20 capable of stopping display and variable display of the second main game symbol. And have.

Next, the first and second main game shared peripheral devices C have a large winning opening C10 that is in a closed state during a normal game and is open under a predetermined condition during a special game (big hit). doing.

Next, the auxiliary game peripheral device HH has the auxiliary game start port H10 that triggers the opening of the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10, and the stop display and variable display of the auxiliary game symbol. It has an auxiliary game symbol display device H20 capable of the above.

The first main game symbol display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20, and the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are connected to the main control board M so as to be able to transmit information, and the remaining effect display means (sub-sub control unit). ) SS is connected to the sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM so as to be able to transmit information. That is, the first main game symbol display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20, and the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are controlled by the main control board M, and the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS controls the sub-game. Means (sub-main control unit) It means that it is controlled by SM. The main control board M may be configured to control another peripheral device via another peripheral device controlled by one-way communication (one-way communication).

Next, FIG. 4 is a main flowchart showing a general flow of processing performed by the main control board M. After the power of the gaming machine is turned on, the process shown in FIG. That is, after the power of the gaming machine is turned on and the initial settings are performed (not shown), in step 1002, the main control board M confirms the input port of the RAM clear button, and the reset button (RAM clear) of the power supply unit EE. It is determined whether or not the button) has been operated, that is, whether or not the operation of intentionally clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed by the administrator of the amusement park or the like. In the case of Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the CPU MC of the main control board M clears all the RAM contents (for example, information in the game state temporary storage means MB) on the main control board M side. Next, in step 1006, the information transmission control means MT transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub-main control unit SM side (even if it is transmitted at the relevant timing). Alternatively, at that timing, a command may be set and transmitted by a control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, in step 1008, the CPU MC of the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M (for example, saves in the checksum and the RAM area recorded at the time of power failure). Compare with the amount of information provided). Next, in step 1010, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are normal (whether or not the information at the time of power failure is accurately backed up in the RAM) based on the check result. do. If Yes in step 1010, that is, the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to the process of step 1004 (the RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if No in step 1010, that is, the data backed up in the RAM is normal, in step 1012, the CPUMC of the main control board M is stored (backed up) in the RAM of the main control board M at the time of power failure. Various information commands of the above are acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side (may be transmitted at the relevant timing, or the commands may be set at the relevant timing and described later. It may be configured to be transmitted by the control command transmission process), and the process proceeds to step 1016. Next, in step 1016, the CPUMC of the main control board M is triggered by an execution scheduled interrupt (for example, a hardware interrupt every about 1.5 ms) related to the main process on the main control board M side shown in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt cycle is T), {as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, the figure (b) is executed}, and the process in step 1018 is performed. Transition. After step 1018, the CPUMC of the main control board M repeatedly executes various random number update processes (for example, random number counter increment processes) until the next scheduled interrupt timing is reached.

Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. The CPUMC of the main control board M executes the process of FIG. 3B based on the interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, when the fixed interrupt cycle T is reached (for example, a hardware interrupt every about 1.5 ms), in step 1100, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. .. Next, in step 1200, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the electric accessory drive determination process described later. Next, in step 1300, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the main game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1400, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the main game symbol display process described later. Next, in step 1550, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the special game operation condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1600, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the special game control process described later. Next, in step 1997, the CPUMC of the main control board M causes the prize ball payout control board KH to execute the prize ball payout control process (drive control of the prize ball payout device KE, etc.) based on the winning opening where the game ball wins. , Processing to manage the result, etc.) is executed. Next, in step 1998, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes an output process of an external signal (information output to an external terminal board, a hall computer HC, or the like). Next, in step 1999, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each of the above processes to the sub-main control unit side), and immediately before the execution of this interrupt process. Return to the processing that was being executed.

Next, NMI interrupt processing will be described. As described above, the CPUMC of the main control board M is configured so that the power interruption signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the processing shown in FIG. Is executed. That is, when the power of the gaming machine is turned off (in this example, when the NMI is interrupted), in step 1020, the CPU MC of the main control board M sets the power cut information (for example, checksum) based on the information in the RAM area. .. Next, in step 1022, the CPUMC of the main control board M prohibits writing to the RAM area, prohibits timer interrupt processing, and shifts to power cutoff waiting loop processing.

Next, FIG. 5 is a flowchart of the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the auxiliary game start port entry determination means MJ11-H determines whether or not the game ball has entered the auxiliary game start port H10 (inflow, in the case of a gate, it has passed). In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and whether or not the hold balls are not the upper limit (for example, four). Is determined. In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H acquires the auxiliary game content determination random number (for example, the auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, in step 1108, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H sets the random number in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H together with the information on the number of the holding balls. Is added by 1, and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1200). In addition, even if No in step 1102 and step 1104, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1200).

Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B refers to the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H, and the electric accessory opening flag is off. Determine if it exists. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing condition determination means MP21-B refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H, and the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is set. Determine if it is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing condition determination means MP21-B accesses the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and holds the ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. Determine if there is. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H to set the game state (flag state of the auxiliary game time reduction flag) on the auxiliary game side. At the same time as acquiring, the lottery table MN41ta-H for determining the auxiliary game symbol is referred to, and the stop symbol is determined based on the game state of the acquired auxiliary game side and the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, the auxiliary game time reduction flag). When is on, the winning symbol is selected with a higher probability than when is off) and temporarily stored in the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H.

Here, the right side of the figure is an example of a lottery table for determining an auxiliary game stop symbol. As shown in the table, in this example, the stop symbols are "D0, D1, D2", and the stop symbols that are the hit symbols are "D1, D2", which are caused by the fact that each of them has stopped. In the non-time reduction game, when the stopped symbol is "D1", the opening mode is (opening for 0.2 seconds → closing), and the electric accessory is stopped. When the symbol is "D2", the opening mode is (opening for 0.2 seconds → closing for 0.8 seconds → opening for 2.0 seconds, closing) (maximum opening). Further, in the time reduction game, when the stopped symbol is "D1", the opening mode is (1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → closed), and the game is stopped. When the symbol is "D2", the opening mode is configured to be (open for 0.2 seconds → closed for 0.8 seconds → open for 4.0 seconds → closed). It should be noted that the stop symbol is likely to be a lost symbol "D0" during the non-time reduction game, and the stop symbol is likely to be a hit symbol "D1" during the time reduction game.

Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H sets the auxiliary game symbol to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H based on the gaming state of the auxiliary game side (flag state of the auxiliary game time reduction flag). (For example, 1 second when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is on, 10 seconds when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is off) is set. Then, in step 1220, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns on the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1222, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H updates the holding information recorded in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H after subtracting 1 from the holding ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. At the same time, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H, and then starts the auxiliary game symbol variation display on the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g.

Next, in step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H determines whether or not the predetermined time related to the fluctuation time of the auxiliary game symbol has been reached with reference to the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation management timer MP11t-H. do. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H acquires the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol by referring to the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H, and the acquired auxiliary game symbol. The stop symbol of the game symbol is confirmed and displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g. Then, in step 1228, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns off the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1230, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing condition determination means MP21-B determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is "hit" (D1 and D2 in this example). To judge. In the case of Yes in step 1230, in step 1232, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B is in the opening mode (for example, in the case of the hit symbol "D1") based on the hit symbol on the auxiliary game side. Is open for 1 second → closed for 1 second → open for 1 second → closed for 1 second → open for 1 second → closed. The opening mode (), which is open for 5 seconds, is determined, and a predetermined time related to the opening time (opening / closing time) of the electric accessory is set in the second main game start port electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B. Next, in step 1234, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B turns on the electric accessory opening flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. .. Then, in step 1236, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B opens the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10, and proceeds to step 1242. .. Even if No in step 1202, the process proceeds to step 1242. In the first embodiment, when the main game time reduction flag is off and the auxiliary game stop symbol is a predetermined hit symbol (D2), the time for continuing to open the second main game start port electric accessory B11d is the longest. It is configured as.

Next, in step 1242, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the second main game start port electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B to set the opening time of the electric accessory. It is determined whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1242, in step 1244 and step 1246, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B closes the second main game start port electric accessory B11d and temporarily assists the game state. The flag for opening the electric accessory in the flag area of the storage means MB10-H is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1300).

If No in step 1204, the process proceeds to step 1224, and if No in step 1206, step 1224, step 1230 and step 1242, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1300).

Further, in this flowchart, for convenience, after the stop symbol is displayed in step 1226, the process immediately proceeds to the next step, but the present invention is not limited to this. In that case, the process may be configured to move to the next process after the stop display fixed time of about 500 ms has elapsed (for example, this process is performed by performing branch processing using the stop display fixed flag and timer. Achievable).

Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, whether or not the CPUMC of the main control board M has received the first main game start port entry information from the first main game start port entry detection device A11s of the first main game start port A10. judge. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the main game (particularly the first main game side) is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the first main game content determination random number. In this embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, a winning / failing lottery random number for determining the winning / failing, a symbol lottery random number for determining the symbol at the time of winning, and a fluctuation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol are determined. Three random numbers of the variable mode lottery random numbers for the purpose are acquired. By the way, these three random numbers are generated from random number generation means having different update cycles and random number ranges, and are acquired in series at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the CPUMC of the main control board M temporarily stores (holds) the acquired random numbers in the RAM area of the main control board M. Next, in step 1310, the CPU MC of the main control board M sends information (hold generation command) to the effect that the first main game random number has been acquired to the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting the information (hold generation command) to the sub-main control unit SM. Set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999).

Next, in step 1312, whether or not the CPUMC of the main control board M has received the second main game start port entry information from the second main game start port entry detection device B11s of the second main game start port B10. To judge. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the main game (particularly the second main game side) is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1314, in step 1316, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the second main game content determination random number. In the first embodiment, as the second main game content determination random number, three random numbers of a winning / fail lottery random number, a symbol lottery random number, and a variation mode lottery random number are acquired as in the case of the first main game content determination means. By the way, the acquisition range of each random number on the first main game side and the acquisition range of each random number on the second main game side (for example, the acquisition range of the winning / failing lottery random number for the first main game and the winning / failing lottery random number for the second main game). Are set to the same. Next, in step 1318, the CPUMC of the main control board M temporarily stores (holds) the acquired random numbers in the RAM area. Next, in step 1320, the CPU MC of the main control board M sends information (hold generation command) to the effect that the second main game random number has been acquired to the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting the information (hold generation command) to the sub-main control unit SM. It is set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1400). If No in steps 1302 and 1304, the process proceeds to step 1312, and if No in steps 1312 and 1314, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1400).

Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the RAM area of the main control board M and confirms whether or not there is a hold of the second main game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400 (1), the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the first main game symbol display process described later, and the next process {processes of steps 1400 (1) and (2). }. On the other hand, if No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the second main game symbol display process described later, and the next process {steps 1400 (1), (2). Process}.

As described above, in the first embodiment, when the reserved ball of the second main game symbol exists, regardless of the existence of the reserved ball of the first main game symbol (even if the winning order is the first main game symbol). (Even if the hold is earlier), it is configured to prioritize the hold digestion of the second main game symbol, but it is not limited to this (hold digestion based on the winning order and both main game symbols). It may be configured to execute a parallel lottery that draws in parallel).

Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display process (second main game symbol display process) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. Since this processing is substantially the same for the first main game symbol side and the second main game symbol, the first main game symbol side will be mainly described, and the processing on the second main game symbol side will be described. Write in parentheses. First, in step 1403, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the fluctuation start condition is satisfied. Here, the change start condition is a condition that the special game is not in progress (or the condition device is in operation), the main game symbol is not changing, and the main game symbol is held. Although not shown in this example, when a variable fixed time (time for stopping and displaying the confirmed display symbol after the final display of the main game symbol) is provided, the fluctuation start condition of the next fluctuation is set during the fixed variable time. May be configured so as not to satisfy.

In the case of Yes in step 1403, in step 1405 and step 1406, the CPUMC of the main control board M is temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M, and the first main game content determination random number related to the current symbol variation ( The second main game content determination random number) is read, deleted from the RAM area of the main control board M, and the remaining hold information temporarily stored is shifted (hold digestion process). Next, in step 1410-1, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to each game state, and refers to the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the winning lottery random number). Based on the above, the main game symbol winning / failing lottery is executed.

Here, FIG. 10 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game winning / failing lottery table (second main game winning / failing lottery table). As shown in this example, in the first embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability-variable gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-probability-variable gaming state. The winning probability is just an example, and is not limited to this.

Next, in step 1410-2, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the first main game symbol determination lottery table (second main game symbol determination lottery table), and refers to the main game symbol winning / failing lottery result and the first. A stop symbol related to the main game symbol is determined based on the main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the symbol lottery random number), and these are temporarily stored in the RAM area.

Here, FIG. 10 (main game symbol 2) is an example of the first main game symbol determination lottery table (second main game symbol determination lottery table). As shown in this example, in the first embodiment, when a big hit is won, a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, "4A / 5A / 7A" and "4B / 5B / 7B") It is configured so that one main game symbol is determined as a jackpot symbol from the inside. The number of rounds of the special game determined with reference to the main game symbol is 8R for 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, and 16R for 7A, 7B. It should be noted that the random value and the type of the stop symbol are also examples, and are not limited to this. {For example, the lost symbol is not limited to one type of symbol, and a plurality of types of symbols are provided. May}.

Next, in step 1412, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the first main game variation mode determination lottery table (second main game variation mode determination lottery table) corresponding to each game state, and refers to the main game symbol. The variation mode of the main game symbol is determined based on the winning / failing lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the variation mode lottery random number), and these are determined in the RAM area of the main control board M. Temporarily store in, and the process proceeds to step 1414.

Here, the main game table 3 shown in FIG. 10 is an example of the first main game variation mode determination lottery table (second main game variation mode determination lottery table). As shown in this figure, in the first embodiment, the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol with respect to a certain random number value can be determined based on the winning / failing lottery result of the main game symbol and the main game time reduction flag state. It is configured as. For example, when the winning / failing lottery result of the main game symbol is a hit for a certain random number value, it is easy to determine the fluctuation mode in which the fluctuation time is relatively long, and the main game time reduction flag is on (time reduction game). The state) is configured so that a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively short can be easily determined. It should be noted that this example is merely an example, and is not limited to the type of variation mode (variation time), the selectivity, and the like. Further, the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time reduction game state (when the main game time reduction flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long {symbol variation on the second main game side. When is configured to be advantageous to the player, it is easy for the second main game side to hold the game by lowering the symbol fluctuation efficiency of the first main game side (advantageous to the player). Since the purpose is to build a situation, it is particularly effective when the starting port on the first main game side and the starting port on the second main game side cannot be separated}.

Next, in step 1414, the CPUMC of the main control board M receives commands (stop symbol information, attribute information of the stop symbol, variation mode information, etc.) related to the main game symbol temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M. The command related to the current game state (design variation display start instruction command) is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side (sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999). Will be sent to). Next, in step 1415, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets a predetermined time related to the fluctuation time of the main game symbol in the first and second main game symbol fluctuation management timers MP11t-C. Next, in step 1416, the CPUMC of the main control board M is the first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit) of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). On B21g), the variation display of the main game symbol is started according to the variation mode stored in the RAM area of the main control board M. Next, in step 1417, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the changing flag and proceeds to step 1420.

On the other hand, if No in step 1403, in step 1419, the CPU MC of the main control board M determines whether or not the changing flag is on. If Yes in step 1419, the process proceeds to step 1420, and if No in step 1419, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1550).

Next, in step 1420, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the predetermined time related to the fluctuation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the CPUMC of the main control board M is for command transmission for transmitting information (symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the effect that the symbol variation is completed to the sub-main control unit SM side. It is set in the buffer MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999). Next, in step 1423, the CPUMC of the main control board M is the first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit) of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). The variation display of the main game symbol on B21g) is stopped, and the stop symbol stored in the RAM area of the main control board M is displayed and controlled as a fixed stop symbol. Next, in step 1424, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the changing flag.

Next, in step 1430, the CPU MC of the main control board M refers to the RAM area of the main control board M, and determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1430, in step 1440, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the condition device operation flag and proceeds to step 1500. On the other hand, if No in step 1430, the process proceeds to step 1500.

Next, in step 1500, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the specific game end determination process described later, and shifts to the next process (process of step 1550). Even if No in step 1420, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1550).

Next, FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1506, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether the main game probability change flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1506, in step 1510, the CPU MC of the main control board M refers to the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is larger than 0. In the case of Yes in step 1510, in step 1512, the CPU MC of the main control board M decrements the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c by 1. Next, in step 1514, the CPU MC of the main control board M refers to the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is 0. In the case of Yes in step 1514, in step 1516, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the main game time reduction flag. Next, in step 1518, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the auxiliary game time reduction flag, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 1550). In addition, even if No in step 1506, step 1510 or step 1514, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1550). As described above, in this example, the remaining time reduction number (the remaining symbol variation number in which the time shortening game state ends depending on the symbol variation end number after the end of the special game) is transmitted to the sub-control board S. Has been done.

Next, FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the special game operating condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1550 in FIG. First, in step 1552, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1552, in step 1554, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the specific game flag (main game probability change flag, main game time saving flag, auxiliary game time saving flag). Next, in step 1558, the CPU MC of the main control board M clears the value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1560, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the special game transition permission flag. Next, in step 1562, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the condition device operation flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 1600). Even if No in step 1552, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1600).

Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game transition permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1602, in step 1604 and step 1606, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the special game transition permission flag and turns on the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1607, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets an initial value (1 in this example) in the round number counter (not shown). Next, in step 1608, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting the information (special game start display instruction command) to the effect that the special game is started to the sub-main control unit side. (It is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to step 1612.

On the other hand, if No in step 1602, in step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game-related information temporary storage means MB20b, and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. Then, in the case of Yes in step 1610, the process proceeds to step 1612. If No in step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 determines that the permission for the special game has not been obtained, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997).

Next, in step 1612, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the round continuation flag is off, in other words, whether or not it is just before the start of each round. In the case of Yes in step 1612, that is, immediately before the start of each round, first, the set opening pattern (for example, an opening pattern that keeps opening, a pattern that opens and closes) is set in step 1614. Next, in step 1616, the CPU MC of the main control board M clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c to zero. Next, in step 1618, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the round continuation flag. Next, in step 1620, the CPUMC of the main control board M drives the large winning opening electric accessory C11d of the large winning opening C10 to open the large winning opening C10, and the special game timer MP34t (particularly the opening time timer). Is set to a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) to start, and the process proceeds to step 1622. On the other hand, if No in step 1612, that is, if the big winning opening is open, the process proceeds to step 1622 without performing the processes of steps 1614 to 1620.

Next, in step 1622, the CPUMC of the main control board M transmits a game state command (for example, the current number of rounds, the number of winning games, etc.) related to the current special game to the sub-main control unit SM side. It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process in step 1999). Next, in step 1624, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and determines whether or not there are a predetermined number (for example, 10 balls) of winning balls in the large winning opening C10 in the round. do. If Yes in step 1624, the process proceeds to step 1628. On the other hand, if No in step 1624, in step 1626, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the special game timer MP34t (particularly the opening time timer) and determines the predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) related to the opening of the large winning opening. Determines whether or not has passed. In the case of Yes in step 1626, the process proceeds to step 1628. If No in step 1626, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997).

Next, in step 1628, the CPUMC of the main control board M stops driving the large winning opening electric accessory C11d of the large winning opening C10 and closes the large winning opening C10. Next, in step 1630, the CPU MC of the main control board M resets the special game timer MP34t (particularly the open time timer). Next, in step 1632, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the round continuation flag. Next, in step 1633, the CPUMC of the main control board M adds 1 to the counter value of the round number counter (not shown). Next, in step 1634, it is determined whether or not the final round has ended (for example, whether or not the counter value of the round number counter (not shown) exceeds the maximum number of rounds). In the case of Yes in step 1634, in step 1636, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1638, the CPUMC of the main control board M sends information to the effect that the special game is ended (special game end display instruction command) to the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side. Set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process in step 1999). Then, in step 1650, the game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, is executed, and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997). Even if No in step 1634, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997).

Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the end of the special game, which relates to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a probabilistic jackpot symbol (in this example, "5A, 7A, 5B, 7B"). In the case of Yes in step 1652, in step 1654, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the main game probability change flag and proceeds to step 1656. On the other hand, even if No in step 1652 (in this example, "4A / 4B"), the process proceeds to step 1656. Next, in step 1656, the CPU MC of the main control board M sets a predetermined number of times (100 in this example) in the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1658, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the main game time reduction flag. Next, in step 1660, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the auxiliary game time reduction flag, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 1997).

Next, the control process executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be described with reference to FIGS. 15 to 19. First, FIG. 15 is a main flowchart of the sub-control board S side (particularly, the sub-main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 3D is a process on the sub-main control unit SM side that is executed after a reset such as when the power is turned on to the gaming machine. That is, when the power is turned on to the game machine, in step 2002, the CPUSC of the sub-main control unit SM executes the initial processing based on the information received from the main side (main control board M side) (for example, RAM clear). When information is received → When the RAM on the sub control board S side is initialized and various information commands are received → The effect-related information at the time of power failure is reset to the RAM on the sub control board S side). After that, the process shifts to the loop processing in which the iterative processing routine (f) of the sub-main control unit SM is repeatedly executed. Here, when (f) is executed, first, in step 2400, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the hold information management process described later, as shown in the process of FIG. Next, in step 2700, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a decorative symbol display content determination process, which will be described later. Next, in step 2800, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, in step 2900, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the special game-related display control process described later.

Next, in step 2910, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the control process of the movable member LEDVB100, which will be described later. Next, in step 2920, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the LED superimposition control process for the light guide plate, which will be described later. Next, in step 2930, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the control process of the light guide plate LEDLG100 described later. Next, in step 2999, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the display command transmission control process (transmits the command set by these series of subroutines to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and ends this iterative processing routine. do.

As described above, the CPUSC of the sub-main control unit SM adopts a form in which the sub-main side routines (S2400 to S2999) are looped after being reset. Further, the process of FIG. 3E is an interrupt process of the sub-main control unit SM, and the signal from the STB signal line on the main control board M described above is one terminal of the CPU of the sub-main control unit SM (in this example). , NMI terminal), this is the processing flow (e). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the sub-main control unit SM (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 2004, the CPU SC of the sub-control board S is a command input port from the main control board M side (described above). Check the input port of the data signal line. Then, in step 2006, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S temporarily stores the command transmitted from the main control board M side in the RAM area on the sub-main control unit SM side based on the confirmation result, and immediately before the main interrupt process. Returns to the processing that was being executed in.

Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the pending information management process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, whether or not the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has received a command related to the occurrence of a new hold (hold information related to the first main game symbol or the second main game symbol) from the main control board M side. To judge. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is set to the drawing hold counter value (in this example, the maximum number is 4 for the first main game and the maximum number is 4 for the second main game). Add "1". Next, in step 2406, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S temporarily stores the hold information (random value, etc.) transmitted from the main control board M side in the RAM area of the sub-control board S, and proceeds to step 2418. ..

On the other hand, if No in step 2402, in step 2410, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol variation display start instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2410, in step 2412, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S subtracts “1” from the drawing hold counter value. Next, in step 2414, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S deletes the hold information (random value, etc.) related to the symbol variation from the RAM area of the sub-control board S, and shifts the remaining hold information. Next, in step 2416, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 2418. In addition, even if No in step 2410, the process proceeds to step 2418.

Next, in step 2418, the CPUMC of the main control board M lights and displays the same number of hold display lamps (hold display images) as the drawing hold counter value on the effect device unit RE, and the next process (process of step 2700). ).

Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2700 in FIG. First, in step 2702, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. If Yes in step 2702, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in step 2704. Next, in step 2706, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is decorated with reference to the temporarily stored symbol information (stop symbol / variation mode related to the main game symbol) and the lottery table for determining the content of the variation of the design. Stop symbol of the symbol {For example, if the stop symbol related to the main game symbol is a big hit symbol, doublet such as "7, 7, 7", if it is a lost symbol, "1, 3, 5" , Etc.} and the variation mode are determined and temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S.

Next, in step 2712, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol content determination flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2800). Even if No in step 2702, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2800).

Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2800 in FIG. First, in step 2802, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag is on. If Yes in step 2802, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol content determination flag in step 2804. Next, in step 2806, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol changing flag. Next, in step 2809, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S starts the drawing fluctuation time management timer SM21t, and proceeds to step 2810. Even if No in step 2802, the process proceeds to step 2810.

Next, in step 2810, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2810, in step 2811, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S confirms the timer value of the drawing fluctuation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2812, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has reached the variation start timing of the decorative symbol based on the map variation time management timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S. Judge whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2812, in step 2814, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command for displaying the variation of the decorative symbol in the effect device unit RE (in the display command transmission control process in step 2999, the sub-sub control unit). It is transmitted to the SS side), and the process proceeds to step 2832.

On the other hand, if No in step 2812, in step 2816, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has a decorative symbol based on the design variation time management timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S. It is determined whether or not the stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2816, in step 2818, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command to display the stop display (temporary stop display) of the decorative symbol in the effect device unit RE (display command transmission control process in step 2999). Is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and the process proceeds to step 2832.

On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2816, in step 2824, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has a preview image or a notice image based on the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the drawing fluctuation time management timer SM21t and the sub-control board S. It is determined whether or not the display timing of the reach image has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2824, in step 2826, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command to display the image display related to the notice image and the reach image on the effect device unit RE (in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Then, it is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and the process proceeds to step 2832. Even if No in step 2824, the process proceeds to step 2832.

Next, in step 2832, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, receives information from the main control board M side that the main game symbol is stopped and displayed). (Determine whether or not it was done). In the case of Yes in step 2832, in step 2834, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a stop display command (confirmation display command) for the decorative symbol in the effect device unit RE (sub-sub in the display command transmission control process in step 2999). (Sent to the control unit SS side). Next, in step 2836, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing fluctuation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2838, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol changing flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2900). Even if No in step 2810 or step 2832, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2900).

Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the special game-related display control process according to the subroutine of step 2900 in FIG. First, in step 2902, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the special game in-game flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2902, in step 2904, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the special game start display instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. If Yes in step 2904, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the special gaming flag in step 2912. Next, in step 2914, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S performs a jackpot start display on the effect device unit RE (displays appropriately based on the type of jackpot), and proceeds to step 2920. Even if No in step 2902, the process proceeds to step 2920.

Next, in step 2920, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S gives a big hit effect to the effect device unit RE based on the game information (start command and end command of each round) sequentially transmitted from the main control board M side. Along with outputting, a command is set in which the number of rounds and the number of winnings are sequentially displayed on the effect device unit RE (it may be appropriately executed as necessary based on the playability and the type of big hit). Next, in step 2926, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not a special game end display instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2926, in step 2928, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S performs a jackpot end display on the effect device unit RE (displays appropriately based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 2930, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the special game in-game flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2999). Even if No in step 2904 or step 2926, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2999).

<<< Production device RE >>>
As shown in FIGS. 1, 20, and 21, the effect device unit RE has a housing RE100 and is detachably provided on the upper part of the game machine main body MU in which the game board is provided. The gaming machine main body MU has a gaming board D35 (gaming area D30), and is a portion where a game is advanced by rolling a gaming ball.

<< Housing RE100 >>
The housing RE100 mainly has an opening RE102, a cover body RE104, a side portion RE106, a bottom portion RE108, a top portion RE110, and a decorative member RE112.

<Opening RE102>
The opening RE102 mainly defines the front surface of the housing RE100 of the effect device unit RE. The front surface is the front side (direction facing the player) when viewed from the player, and is the side on which the player can visually recognize the inside of the effect device unit RE. The back surface and the rear surface are surfaces on the side that cannot be seen by the player, and are surfaces on the depth side as seen by the player. The opening RE102 is formed so as to project forward from the game board D35.

<Cover body RE104>
A cover body RE104 for covering the opening RE102 is attached to the opening RE102. The cover body RE104 is formed according to the shape of the opening RE102, and is arranged so as to project forward from the game board D35.

The opening RE102 is formed of a translucent member, and the player can visually recognize the inside of the effect device unit RE through the cover body RE104. The cover body RE104 can protect the inside of the effect device unit RE while maintaining visibility. The player can visually recognize the image displayed on the screen body SB, which will be described later, and the movable member VB through the cover body RE104 of the opening RE102.

The cover body RE104 has a front surface portion, a lower surface portion, and a curved portion, the curved portion has a curved shape, and the front surface portion and the lower surface portion are connected by the curved portion, so that the entire cover body RE104 has visibility. Can be secured. By making the cover body RE104 into such a shape, the inside of the effect device unit RE can be visually recognized not only from the front of the gaming machine but also from below, and the player who is seated and playing the game can see the inside of the effect device unit RE. The inside of the effect device unit RE can be easily visually recognized without changing the posture.
<Smoke sheet>
The smoke sheet is a sheet made of a material having a lower light transmittance (transparency) than the cover body RE104 (not shown). The smoke sheet has the same size as the cover body RE104 and is attached to the cover body RE104.

By using the smoke sheet, it is possible to make it difficult to see the inside of the housing RE100 in a state where the effect is not performed on the housing RE100. When the effect is not performed on the housing RE100, no image light is emitted from the projector PR described later, and no light is emitted from the movable member LEDVB100 or the light guide plate LEDLG100 described later. It is assumed that the inside of the housing RE100 can be visually recognized by the incident of light from the outside (external light). The smoke sheet can attenuate the outside light and make it difficult to see the inside of the housing RE100.

Further, when the image light emitted from the projector PR or the light emitted from the movable member LEDVB100, the light guide plate LEDLG100, or the like is strong, it may be difficult to visually recognize the effect. The smoke sheet attenuates these lights, making it easier to see the effect being performed inside the housing RE100.

Whether or not to use the smoke sheet may be appropriately determined according to the material of the cover body RE104, the light intensity, and the like. When the smoke sheet is used, the player visually recognizes the image displayed on the screen body SB, which will be described later, and the movable member VB through the cover body RE104 and the smoke sheet. Further, although the example in which the smoke sheet is attached to the cover body RE104 is shown, the smoke sheet may be arranged apart from the cover body RE104. Further, it may be arranged on the depth side of the light guide plate LG described later.

<Side RE106>
The side portion RE106 defines the side surface of the housing. The side portion RE106 is made of a non-translucent member, and can prevent external light to enhance the effect of the effect device unit RE.

<Bottom RE108>
The bottom RE108 defines a boundary with the gaming machine main body MU. The bottom RE108 is also made of a non-transmissive member, and can prevent light from the gaming machine main body MU to enhance the effect of the effect device unit RE.

<Tenbe RE110>
The top RE110 defines the top surface of the housing. The top RE110 is also made of a non-translucent member to prevent external light and enhance the effect of the effect device unit RE.

<Decorative member RE114>
The decorative member RE 114 is arranged on the front side of the effect device unit RE and on the upper side of the cover body RE 104. The decorative member RE 114 is composed of a non-translucent member, and the player cannot visually recognize the inside of the effect device unit RE through the decorative member RE 114. The mirror portion MR, which will be described later, is arranged behind the decorative member RE114.

<Projector PR>
The projector PR emits image light and irradiates the screen body SB (main screen MS, curved screen CS, small screen DS) with the image light to form a desired image on the screen body SB. The projector PR mainly has a light source, a display panel, and a projection lens (not shown). The projector PR is communicably connected to the sub-control board S via the sub-sub control unit SS, and the sub-control board S determines an image according to the progress of the game and projects the image data of the determined image. Send to PR. The projector PR receives the video data, converts it into video light, and emits the video light toward the screen body SB to project the video onto the screen body SB as an effect.

The projector PR is attached to the top RE110. It is configured so that the heat generated from the projector PR can be easily dissipated to the outside of the housing RE100. In the projector PR, various distortion corrections, keystone corrections, and the like are adjusted in advance. Further, the focus is adjusted in advance to match the main screen MS and the like, as will be described later.

The image projected on the screen body SB is appropriately determined according to the game state. The gaming state is determined by the main control board M and transmitted to the sub control board S. The sub-control board S determines an image to be projected on the screen body SB based on the gaming state transmitted from the main control board M.

<Mirror part MR>
As shown in FIGS. 24A and HB, the image light emitted from the projector PR travels toward the mirror portion. The mirror portion is composed of a mirror for reflecting light, and is attached to the upper side of the front portion of the effect device portion RE and behind the decorative member. The mirror unit MR changes the traveling direction of the video light by reflecting the video light emitted from the projector PR, and advances the video light toward the main screen MS or the like.

By reflecting the image light emitted from the projector PR by the mirror unit MR, the optical path length of the image light is secured, and the movable member VB and the screen body SB (main screen MS, Curved screen CS, small screen DS) and the like can be provided. Further, by securing the optical path length of the image light, the image can be enlarged to a desired size and projected on the screen body SB.

In this way, in order to project the video light onto the screen body SB via one mirror unit MR, the video data used is inverted left and right.

Further, in the above-described example, the image light emitted from the projector PR via the mirror unit MR is guided to the movable member VB and the screen body SB, but the projector PR and the movable member VB and the screen body SB are shown. Depending on the distance, the magnification of the lens of the projector PR, etc., the image light emitted from the projector PR may be directly guided to the movable member VB or the screen body SB without going through the mirror unit MR. Whether or not to use the mirror unit MR may be appropriately determined depending on various optical conditions.

Furthermore, the optical path of the image light may be gradually changed by using a plurality of mirror unit MRs. Further, the magnification may be adjusted by the mirror portion MR by appropriately using a concave mirror, a convex mirror, or the like as the mirror portion MR. Further, not only the mirror but also other optical elements such as a prism may be used to change the optical path of the image light.

<Light guide plate LG>
The light guide plate LG is arranged on the back side (inside side of the housing RE100) of the cover body RE104, and is positioned so as to cover the opening RE102. The light guide plate LG has a plate-like shape and a substantially quadrangular shape, and has a flat first surface and a second surface facing each other (not shown). Further, the light guide plate LG has two side surfaces in the vertical direction (short direction) and two side surfaces in the horizontal direction (longitudinal direction). A light source such as an LED is arranged on one end face of the light guide plate LG in the vertical direction (short direction) (LED LG 100 for the light guide plate (not shown)) and functions as an incident end face. The light incident from the incident end face travels inside the light guide plate LG while being repeatedly reflected by the first surface and the second surface.

A recess (continuous or discontinuous groove, depression, etc.) is formed in a part of the first surface of the light guide plate LG (not shown). The recess is formed on the surface of the light guide plate LG so as to have a design such as a predetermined pattern as a whole. Hereinafter, the design formed on a part of the first surface by the recess is referred to as a light emitting pattern.

The light traveling inside the light guide plate LG is transmitted through the recess without being reflected in the recess, and is emitted from the light guide plate LG through the recess. By emitting light from the recess, the player can visually recognize the light emitting pattern formed on the surface of the light guide plate LG so as to shine. In the first embodiment, the light emitting pattern is formed in a predetermined region in a substantially central portion of the light guide plate LG, and the light emitting pattern LG is attached to the back surface side of the cover body RE104 so that the light emitting pattern has an opening. It is located approximately in the center of RE102.

Therefore, by injecting the light emitted from the light guide plate LED LG 100 from the incident end surface of the light guide plate LG, it is possible to visually recognize the light emission pattern as if it shines at substantially the center of the opening RE102. The light emitting pattern is arranged so as to coincide with the joint (boundary portion) of the two movable plate VPRs and the movable plate VPL, which will be described later. The relationship between the position of the light emission pattern and the position of the boundary will be described later.

Further, as described above, the positional relationship between the light guide plate LG and the smoke sheet can be arbitrarily selected. That is, even if the light guide plate LG is arranged on the front side and the smoke sheet is arranged on the back surface (depth side) of the light guide plate LG, the smoke sheet is arranged on the front side and the light guide plate LG is arranged on the back surface (depth side) of the smoke sheet. You may. It may be appropriately determined according to the material of the cover body RE104, the intensity of the image light emitted from the projector PR, the intensity of the light emitted from the movable member LEDVB100, the light guide plate LEDLG100, and the like.

In this way, by providing the light guide plate LG and emitting light from the light emitting pattern formed on the light guide plate LG, the player can superimpose the image displayed on the screen body SB and the movable member VB on the light emitting pattern. It will be visually recognized by.

<< Screen body SB >>
In the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 25, the screen body SB includes three types of screens: a main screen MS, a curved screen CS, and a small screen DS. In either case, an image is formed when the image light emitted from the projector PR is irradiated. The main screen MS, the curved screen CS, and the small screen DS are arranged so that the distances from the projector PR are different from each other when the image light emitted from the projector PR is irradiated. Specifically, the small screen DS is arranged at the position closest to the projector PR, then the main screen MS is arranged near, and the curved screen CS is arranged at the position farthest from the projector PR.

<Main screen MS>
The main screen MS has a plate-like substantially rectangular shape, and has a projection surface PS (irradiated surface) on which projected light is projected (see FIG. 33 (a)). The projection surface PS has a flat shape as a whole, and image light is projected onto the projection surface PS to form an image. An image is mainly projected on the projection surface PS of the main screen MS when a normal effect is being performed.

Further, unevenness is formed on a part of the projection surface PS (not shown), and the image projected on the projection surface PS is made to correspond to the unevenness so that the uneven portion is formed in the display area of the main screen MS. By functioning as a boundary, the area where the image is formed can be visually recognized as if it was intentionally reduced, and the image projected on the curved screen CS, which will be described later, can be visually recognized as if it is large.

Further, it is possible to give a three-dimensional effect by projecting an image using the unevenness formed on the projection surface PS.

The main screen MS is driven by the main screen drive unit MD described later and is positioned at the appearance position MAP (see FIG. 33 (a)) or the retracted position MEP (see FIG. 33 (b)). When the main screen MS is placed at the appearance position MAP, it is positioned in front of the curved screen CS described later (see FIGS. 21 (b) and 31), so that the projected light is projected onto the main screen MS to form an image. Then, the player can visually recognize the image projected on the main screen MS. The appearance position MAP of the main screen MS is a position where the main screen MS is included in the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes. That is, when the main screen MS is arranged at the appearance position MAP, the main screen MS is included in the image light passing region. On the other hand, when the main screen MS is arranged at the retracted position MEP (see FIG. 32), the main screen MS itself is arranged at a position where it is difficult to see, and no image is projected on the main screen MS. An image is projected on the CS. In this case, the player visually recognizes the image projected on the curved screen CS. The retracted position MEP of the main screen MS is a position outside the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes. That is, when the main screen MS is arranged at the retracted position MEP, the main screen MS is arranged at a position different from the image light passing region.

<Main screen drive unit MD>
The main screen drive unit MD is provided on the back side of the curved screen CS (see FIG. 22). The main screen drive unit MD includes a drive motor MD100, a gear MD102, a conversion disc MD104, an arm MD106, and a rotation support member MD112.

The drive motor MD100 rotates between a first rotation angle (see FIG. 33 (a)) and a second rotation angle (see FIG. 33 (b)) rotated by approximately 180 degrees from the first rotation angle. Can be done.

The gear MD 102 appropriately converts the rotational speed of the drive motor MD 100, and transmits the rotational operation of the drive motor MD 100 to the conversion disc MD 104. The arm MD106 has an elongated rod-like shape and has a first end MD108 and a second end MD110. A first end MD108 of the arm MD106 is attached to the conversion disc MD104. The conversion disk MD104 converts the rotational operation of the drive motor MD100 into a linear operation (reciprocating operation) of the arm MD106. The arm MD106 is arranged at the end of the curved screen CS, and the second end MD110 of the arm MD106 projects from the upper end of the curved screen CS (see FIGS. 22 and 24).

The rotation support member MD 112 is rotatably supported around the rotation shaft portion MD 114, and a second end portion MD 110 of the arm MD 106 is attached to an end portion of the rotation support member MD 112. Further, a main screen MS is attached to the rotation support member MD112. The rotation support member MD 112 has an appearance position MAP (see FIG. 33 (a)) and a retracted position MEP (see FIG. 33 (b)) rotated by approximately 90 degrees from the appearance position MAP according to the reciprocating motion of the arm MD 106. The main screen MS rotates with the rotation operation of the rotation support member MD 112.

When the main screen MS is positioned at the retracted position MEP, the main screen MS rises close to the top RE110, making it difficult for the player to see (see FIGS. 33 (b) and 32). When the main screen MS is positioned at the retracted position MEP, the main screen MS is arranged at a position outside the video light passing region through which the video light emitted from the projector PR passes, and the video light emitted from the projector PR. Is not irradiated on the main screen MS. Therefore, the main screen MS is in a state where it is difficult for the player to see it. On the other hand, when the main screen MS is arranged at the appearance position MAP, the main screen MS is in a state of being lowered from the top RE110 (see FIGS. 33A and 31).

Of the three types of screens, the main screen MS, the curved screen CS, and the small screen DS, the main screen MS projects the image light emitted from the projector PR in the longest time during the game. The screen.

<Curved screen CS>
The curved screen CS has a shape including a part of the side surface of the cylinder. It is arranged so that the central axis of the cylinder is in the horizontal direction. A part of the side surface of the cylinder is arranged so as to project forward (player side). With such a shape, it is possible to form an image in a vertically enlarged manner on the curved screen CS.

Further, unlike the main screen MS formed so as to be movable, the curved screen CS is fixed at a fixed position on the innermost side (rear side) of the housing RE100, and does not move or displace. .. When the main screen MS is positioned at the retracted position MEP, the image light emitted from the projector PR is projected onto the curved screen CS, and an image is formed on the curved screen CS (see FIG. 32).

<Small screen DS>
When the small screen DS appears, it is positioned at the lower left side on the front side of the main screen MS (see FIG. 29). The small screen DS has a plate-like substantially rectangular shape and has a projection surface DPS (irradiated surface) on which projected light is projected (FIG. 30A). The projection surface DPS has a flat shape as a whole, and image light is projected onto the projection surface DPS to form an image.

In addition, unevenness is periodically formed over the entire projection surface DPS (not shown), and by projecting an image on the projection surface DPS, a low-resolution image (dot picture) is projected. It can be visually recognized as if it were. Further, when the small screen DS is arranged at the appearance position, the projection surface DPS of the small screen DS is positioned so as to be non-parallel to the projection surface PS of the main screen MS. By arranging in this way, the presence of the small screen DS can be enhanced by making the reflection of the image light different.

The small screen DS is driven by the small screen drive unit DD described later and is positioned at the appearance position DAP (see FIG. 30A) or the retracted position DEP (see FIG. 30B). When the small screen DS is placed at the appearance position DAP, it is positioned in front of the main screen MS (see FIG. 29), so that the projected light is simultaneously projected on both the small screen DS and the main screen MS to form an image. Then, the player can visually recognize both the images projected on the small screen DS and the images projected on the main screen MS. The appearance position DAP of the small screen DS is a position where the small screen DS is included in the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes. That is, when the small screen DS is arranged at the appearance position DAP, the small screen DS is included in the image light passing region.

For example, when a specific object is included in the image formed on the main screen MS, the shape and size of the small screen DS are set to match the specific object formed on the main screen MS, and the specific object is specified. By making the small screen DS appear at the timing when the object is projected, only a specific object can be projected on the small screen DS, and the other parts can be projected on the main screen MS (FIG. 38 (a) and FIG. See (b)). By doing so, it is possible to perform an effect that gives a three-dimensional effect as a whole by projecting only a specific object so as to protrude.

For example, as shown in FIG. 38 (a), after the game reaches the reach, one character and the sun are displayed on the main screen MS, and the small screen DS arranged at the appearance position DAP has the resolution. Objects with a low value are displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 38 (b), the facial expression of the character displayed on the main screen MS becomes bright and the sun shines, and the characters "super heat" are added to the small screen DS. Be done. By performing such an effect, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the reach will develop.

In addition, when the small screen DS placed at the appearance position DAP contains an object such as a treasure chest, it is possible to make the player feel that only the treasure chest is raised, giving the player a sense of expectation about the contents of the treasure chest. can.

On the other hand, when the small screen DS is arranged at the retracted position DEP (see FIGS. 32 and 21 (b)), the small screen DS itself is arranged at a position where it is difficult to see, and the image is projected on the small screen DS. Instead, the image is projected on the main screen MS. In this case, the player visually recognizes the image projected on the main screen MS. The retracted position DEP of the small screen DS is a position outside the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes. When the small screen DS is positioned at the retracted position MEP, the small screen DS is arranged at a position outside the image light passing region, and the image light emitted from the projector PR is not applied to the small screen DS. .. Therefore, the small screen DS is in a state where it is difficult for the player to see it.

As described above, the main screen MS, the curved screen CS, and the small screen DS are arranged so that the distances from the projector PR are different from each other. Specifically, the small screen DS, the main screen MS, and the curved screen CS are arranged in this order so as to move away from the projector PR. As described above, since the distances from the projector PR are different between the three screens, if the image projected on any one screen is set to be in focus, the other screens will not be in focus.

When forming an image on only one of the main screen MS, the curved screen CS, and the small screen DS, the screen that forms the image by using the autofocus function provided in advance in the projector PR. It can automatically focus on the screen and form a clear image on the screen.

For example, when the small screen DS is placed at the appearance position DAP and the main screen MS is placed at the retracted position MEP, the autofocus function of the projector PR automatically focuses on the small screen DS and causes the small screen DS. A clear image can be formed. Further, when the small screen DS is arranged at the retracted position DEP and the main screen MS is arranged at the appearance position MAP, the autofocus function of the projector PR automatically focuses on the main screen MS and the main screen MS. A clear image can be formed. Furthermore, when the small screen DS is placed in the retracted position DEP and the main screen MS is placed in the retracted position MEP, the autofocus function of the projector PR automatically focuses on the curved screen CS and the curved screen. A clear image can be formed on the CS.

Further, as described above, when the small screen DS is arranged at the appearance position DAP and the main screen MS is arranged at the appearance position MAP, the small screen DS is positioned in front of the main screen MS (see FIG. 29). ), It is positioned so that it overlaps with a part of the main screen MS. By arranging the small screen DS and the main screen MS in this way, it is possible to simultaneously project the projected light onto both the small screen DS and the main screen MS to form an image. That is, the small screen DS and the main screen MS are arranged at positions included in the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes, and are formed on the small screen DS by the projection of the projected light of the projector PR. A part of the video is formed, and the remaining video is formed on the main screen MS.

As described above, the small screen DS is positioned in front of the main screen MS, and the area of the main screen MS corresponding to the small screen DS is behind the small screen DS, and a shadow of the small screen DS is formed. However, the player can use the image formed on the small screen DS arranged in front of the main screen MS (partial image) and the image formed on the main screen MS (remaining image) to make a projector. All of the images formed by the projected light of the PR can be visually recognized.

Further, when the small screen DS is arranged at the appearance position DAP and the main screen MS is arranged at the appearance position MAP, the small screen DS is arranged at a position closer to the projector PR than the main screen MS, and the small screen DS is arranged. It becomes difficult to focus on both the main screen MS and the main screen MS at the same time. In this case, focus on one of the screens. For example, it is preferable to focus on the main screen MS, which takes the longest time to form an image, to form an image over the entire game. That is, the main screen MS is arranged at the imaging position, and the small screen DS is arranged at a position different from the imaging position. In this case, a clear image can be formed on the main screen MS to improve the visibility, but it is difficult to form a clear image on the small screen DS to improve the visibility.

Therefore, when forming an image on both the small screen DS and the main screen MS at the same time, it is preferable to configure the small screen DS and the image data on the premise that the small screen DS is out of focus. That is, as an image, the small screen DS and the main screen MS are single, but by making the image formed on the small screen DS different from the image formed on the main screen MS, the small screen DS is focused. It is possible to eliminate the discomfort caused by the disagreement.

For example, the video data is configured so that the video of a specific object is formed in the region corresponding to the small screen DS, and the surface structure of the small screen DS is different from that of the main screen MS. Specifically, the image formed on the small screen DS indicates a specific object, and the image formed on the main screen MS is related to the specific object. Specific objects can be various objects such as tools, furniture, buildings, vehicles, as well as people and animals. The specific object preferably has a certain size and shape, and the small screen DS is preferably formed according to the size and shape of the image showing the specific object.

Further, the resolution of the video data in the area corresponding to the small screen DS is lowered, the resolution of the video data in the area corresponding to the main screen MS is increased, and the integrated video data is prepared as a whole. By emitting video light from the projector PR using such video data, it is possible to form a video of a specific object with a low resolution on the small screen DS and a video with a high resolution on the main screen MS. can. By lowering the resolution of the image formed on the small screen DS in this way, the small screen DS and the main screen MS are single as the image, but the image formed on the small screen DS is used as the main screen MS. It is possible to make the image different from the formed image and make it difficult to visually recognize that the small screen DS is out of focus.

Further, in the above-mentioned example, an example in which video data having a low resolution in the area corresponding to the small screen DS is prepared and video light is emitted from the projector PR is shown, but the surface of the small screen DS corresponds to a specific object. It may be configured. For example, by attaching an optical sheet to the small screen DS, it is possible to add an optical change to the image formed on the small screen DS. Optical sheets include prism sheets, hologram sheets, diffusion sheets, microlens array sheets, lenticular lens sheets, Fresnel lens sheets and the like. The optical sheet can be changed optically by changing the light distribution characteristics such as the direction in which the incident image light is reflected and the intensity distribution. The type of the optical sheet may be appropriately selected according to a specific object, a visual effect, and the like.

By doing so, the video (partial video) formed on the small screen DS can be visually recognized differently from the mode of the video (remaining video) formed on the main screen MS, and the small screen DS can be visually recognized. It is possible to make it difficult to visually recognize that the image is out of focus. Further, the specific object can be made more prominent than the image of the main screen MS, and the player can visually recognize the specific object to increase the expectation of the game. The image of the main screen MS may be more conspicuous than the image of the small screen DS. It may be decided appropriately according to the content of the image.

In the above-mentioned example, when the image is formed on both the small screen DS and the main screen MS at the same time, the main screen MS is focused and the small screen is not focused. You may focus on the screen DS and not on the main screen MS. By setting in this way, the player's line of sight can be naturally guided to the small screen DS, and the effect on the small screen DS can be watched. In this case, by intentionally using a blurred image that is out of focus on the main screen MS, it is possible to produce an effect in which the shooting target of the camera shifts from the main screen to the small screen.

Further, as described above, when the small screen DS is arranged at the appearance position DAP and the main screen MS is arranged at the appearance position MAP, the small screen DS is positioned in front of the main screen MS (see FIG. 29). ), It is positioned so that it overlaps with a part of the main screen MS. However, even when the small screen DS is arranged at the appearance position DAP and the main screen MS is arranged at the appearance position MAP, the small screen DS does not overlap with the main screen MS, and the entire small screen DS and the main Both the entire screen MS and the entire screen MS can be arranged so as to be included in the image light passing region through which the image light of the projector PR passes. In this case, it is possible to increase the amount of information that can be notified or suggested to the player by the production of the entire image of the small screen DS and the entire image of the main screen MS.

Further, in the above-mentioned example, when the small screen DS is arranged at the appearance position DAP, the case where it is positioned on the front side of the main screen MS is shown, but it may be positioned on the front side of the curved screen CS. Specifically, a small screen DS may appear between the main screen MS and the curved screen CS. In this case, the small screen DS can be positioned in front of the curved screen CS by arranging the small screen DS at the appearance position DAP and the main screen MS at the retracted position MEP. By doing so, it is possible to simultaneously form an image in a low resolution mode by the small screen DS and an image in a vertically enlarged mode by the curved screen CS.

<Small screen drive unit DD>
The small screen drive unit DD is arranged on the left side of the housing RE100 (see FIG. 23A). The small screen drive unit DD includes a drive motor DD100 and a support member DD102.

The drive motor DD100 rotates between a first rotation angle (see FIG. 30 (a)) and a second rotation angle (see FIG. 30 (b)) rotated by approximately 90 degrees from the first rotation angle. Can be done. The support member DD102 has an elongated rod-like shape, and has a first end portion DD104 and a second end portion DD106. The first end DD104 of the support member DD102 is attached to the rotation shaft of the drive motor DD100, and the support member DD102 rotates with the rotation operation of the drive motor DD100.

A small screen DS is attached to the second end DD106 of the support member DD102. The rotational operation of the drive motor DD100 is transmitted to the small screen DS via the support member DD102, and the support member DD102 has an appearance position DAP (see FIG. 30A) and a retracted position DEP (see FIG. 30B). Rotate between and. The drive motor DD100 rotates counterclockwise to move from the retracted position DEP to the appearance position DAP, and the drive motor DD100 rotates clockwise to move from the appearance position DAP to the retracted position DEP.

<Movable member VB>
The movable member VB consists of two separable movable plate VPRs and a movable plate VPL. The movable plate VPR is movably arranged on the right side inside the housing RE100, and the movable plate VPL is movably arranged on the left side inside the housing RE100. The two movable plates VPR and VPL are arranged at a retracted position most distant from each other (see FIGS. 29, 31 and 32) and an appearance position arranged at a position close to each other (FIG. 23 (a), FIG. You can move to (see FIGS. 27 and 28). The appearance position of the movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL is a position where the movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL are included in the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes. That is, when the movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL are arranged at the appearance positions, the movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL are included in the image light passing region. On the other hand, the retracted positions of the movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL are positions outside the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes. That is, when the movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL are arranged at the retracted position, the movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL are arranged at a position different from the image light passing region.

Further, at the appearance position, two movable plate VPRs and VPLs are arranged in one plane, and one side surface of the movable plate VPR and one side surface of the movable plate VPL are adjacent to each other so as to face each other, and the two movable plate VPRs and the two movable plate VPRs and VPL are adjacent to each other. The VPLs are arranged as if they were integrated.

A design such as a pattern is formed on each of the two movable plates VPR and VPL, and when the two movable plates VPR and VPL are arranged at the appearance positions, they can be visually recognized as an integrated design. For example, the design of the lamp is completed by integrating the two movable plates VPR and VPL. A movable member LEDVB100 for illuminating the two movable plate VPRs and VPLs is provided (not shown), and when the two movable plate VPRs and VPLs are arranged at the appearance positions, light is emitted from the movable member LEDVB100. Is emitted and the two movable plates VPR and VPL are illuminated. For example, the design of the lamp is illuminated and the lamp is visually recognized as if it emerges.

<Summary of appearance position and evacuation position>
The two movable plates VPR and VPL are arranged closer to the projector PR than the small screen DS. Therefore, the two movable plates VPR and VPL, the small screen DS, the main screen MS, and the curved screen CS are arranged in this order so as to be away from the projector PR. That is, of these two movable plate VPR and VPL, small screen DS, main screen MS, and curved screen CS, the two movable plate VPR and VPL are arranged closest to the projector PR, and the curved screen CS is the projector PR. It is located farthest from.

In the state where the two movable plates VPR and VPL are arranged in the retracted position, the two movable plates VPR and VPL are arranged at positions outside the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes. The image light emitted from the projector PR does not irradiate the two movable plates VPR and VPL. Therefore, the two movable plates VPR and VPL are difficult to be visually recognized by the player.

Further, when the main screen MS is arranged at the appearance position and the small screen DS is arranged at the retracted position while the two movable plates VPR and VPL are arranged at the retracted position (see FIG. 31), the projector PR. The image light emitted from the main screen MS is projected only on the main screen MS, and the image is formed only on the main screen MS (see FIG. 37 (a)). That is, only the main screen MS is included in the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes.

Further, when the main screen MS is arranged at the appearance position and the small screen DS is arranged at the appearance position in the state where the two movable plates VPR and VPL are arranged at the retracted position (see FIG. 29), the projector PR The image light emitted from the main screen MS is projected onto both the main screen MS and the small screen DS, and an image is formed on the main screen MS and the small screen DS (see FIG. 38 (b)). That is, both the main screen MS and the small screen DS are included in the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes.

Furthermore, when the main screen MS is arranged in the retracted position and the small screen DS is arranged in the retracted position with the two movable plates VPR and VPL arranged in the retracted position (see FIG. 32), the projector The image light emitted from the PR is projected onto the curved screen CS, and an image is formed on the curved screen CS (see FIG. 37 (b)). That is, only the curved screen CS is included in the image light passing region through which the image light emitted from the projector PR passes.

<Movable member drive unit VD>
The movable member drive unit VD includes drive motors VD100R and VD100L and support members VD102R and VD102L. The drive motor VD100R and the support member VD102R drive the movable plate VPR, and the drive motor VD100L and the support member VD102L drive the movable plate VPL.

The drive motors VD100R and VD100L have a first rotation angle (see FIGS. 27 and 28) and a second rotation angle rotated by approximately 90 degrees from the first rotation angle (FIGS. 29, 31, 32, FIG. 26) and rotate. The drive motors VD100R and VD100L are attached to the top RE110.

The support members VD102R and VD102L have a substantially plate-like shape and a substantially right-angled triangular shape, and are arranged horizontally. The support members VD102R and VD102L are rotatably supported in a horizontal plane about one apex. The movable plate VPR is attached to one side of the support member VD102R perpendicularly to the support member VD102R. The movable plate VPL is attached to one side of the support member VD102L perpendicularly to the support member VD102L.

The rotational operation of the drive motors VD100R and VD100L is transmitted to the movable plates VPR and VPL via the support members VD102R and VD102L. The movable plate VPR and VPL rotate between the appearance position VAP (see FIGS. 27 and 28) and the retracted position VEP (see FIGS. 29, 31, 32, 26).

When the drive motor VD100R rotates counterclockwise, the movable plate VPR moves from the retracted position VEP to the appearance position VAP, and when the drive motor VD100R rotates clockwise, the movable plate VPR moves from the appearance position VAP. Move to the retract position VEP. On the other hand, when the drive motor VD100L rotates clockwise, the movable plate VPL moves from the retracted position VEP to the appearance position VAP, and when the drive motor VD100R rotates counterclockwise, the movable plate VPL moves to the appearance position. Move from VAP to retract position VEP.

An optical position sensor may be provided to detect the retracted position and the appearance position of the movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL. The positions of the movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL can be detected by the detection signal output from the position sensor, and the movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL can be accurately driven.

In the above-mentioned example, the case where the effect device unit RE is arranged in the upper part of the gaming machine main body MU is shown, but the effect device unit RE may be arranged in the lower part of the game machine main body MU. Further, if there is enough space, the effect device unit RE may be arranged on the left side or the right side of the gaming machine main body MU.

<Summary of arrangement>
The image light emitted from the projector PR first reaches the mirror section MR, and the optical path is changed by the mirror section MR. Two movable plates VPR and VPL are first arranged on the depth side of the mirror portion MR, then a small screen DS is arranged on the depth side of the two movable plates VPR and VPL, and then the small screen DS is arranged. A main screen MS is arranged on the depth side, and a curved screen CS is arranged on the depth side of the main screen MS. That is, the two movable plates VPR and VPL are arranged on the frontmost side, and the curved screen CS is arranged on the deepest side. As described above, by arranging each of the two movable plates VPR and VPL, the small screen DS, and the main screen MS at either the retracted position or the appearance position, a screen that projects the image light emitted from the projector PR is formed. You can switch.

The game area D30 described above has a substantially circular shape, but has a diameter of, for example, about 300 mm. A right-handed area extending from the game area D30 may be formed so that the game balls can be hit separately. Further, even if the game area D30 is formed in an elliptical shape, a right-handed area can be secured. Further, the game board D35 may be arranged so as to be tilted in the depth direction. The falling speed of the game ball can be slowed down, and the residence time of the game ball can be lengthened. Further, the launch of the game ball may be lowered to the curtain plate to form the ball.

<< LEDVB100 control process for movable members >>
FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the control process of the movable member LEDVB100. This process is called and executed by the CPUSC of the sub-control board S.

First, in step 3401, the sub-control board S determines whether or not the image light is emitted from the projector PR.

In the case of Yes in step 3401, in step 3403, the sub-control board S determines whether or not the movable member VB is arranged at the retracted position VEP.

In the case of Yes in step 3403, in step 3405, the sub-control board S turns off the movable member LEDVB100 and ends this subroutine. That is, the movable member VB is arranged at the retracted position VEP, and it is not necessary to light the movable member LED VB 100 to illuminate the movable member VB. In this case, the image light emitted from the projector PR is projected onto the screen body SB (main screen MS, curved screen CS, small screen DS) to form an image. By turning off the movable member LEDVB 100, it is possible to prevent the light emitted from the movable member LEDVB 100 from reaching the screen body SB, and it is possible to clearly form an image on the screen body SB.

If No in step 3403, in step 3407, the sub-control board S determines whether or not the image should turn off the movable member LEDVB 100.

In the case of Yes in step 3407, in step 3405, the sub-control board S turns off the movable member LEDVB100 and ends this subroutine. That is, when the movable member VB is arranged at the appearance position VAP and the image light emitted from the projector PR is projected onto the movable member VB to reduce the effect of the movable member VB, the movable member LEDVB100 Turns off.

If No in step 3407, in step 3409, the sub-control board S lights the movable member LEDVB100 and ends this subroutine. That is, although the movable member VB is arranged at the appearance position VAP, even if the image light emitted from the projector PR is projected onto the movable member VB, the image light does not affect the effect of the movable member VB. Or, when the effect of the movable member VB is enhanced by projecting the image light onto the movable member VB, the movable member LED VB 100 is turned on.

If No in step 3401, in step 3411 the sub-control board S determines whether or not the movable member VB is arranged at the appearance position VAP. In the case of Yes in step 3411, the sub-control board S lights the movable member LEDVB100 in step 3413 and ends this subroutine. That is, when the movable member VB is arranged at the appearance position VAP so that the player can see it, the projector PR does not emit video light, and the movable member LEDVB 100 is turned on to be used for the movable member. Only the light emitted from the LED VB 100 can be illuminated on the movable member VB so that the player can accurately see the effect of the movable member VB.

<< Control processing for LED superimposition for light guide plate >>
FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the control process of the light guide plate LEDLG100. This process is called and executed by the CPUSC of the sub-control board S.

First, in step 3501, the sub-control board S determines whether or not the video light for superimposition is emitted from the projector PR. The image light here is the image light corresponding to the superimposition with the light emission pattern of the light guide plate LG.

In the case of Yes in step 3501, in step 3503, the sub-control board S determines whether or not the movable member VB is arranged at the retracted position VEP.

In the case of Yes in step 3503, in step 3505, the sub-control board S lights the light guide plate LEDLG100 and ends this subroutine. That is, the movable member VB is arranged at the retracted position VEP, the screen body SB (main screen MS, curved screen CS, small screen DS) is in a visible state, and image light is emitted from the projector PR. In this case, the LED LG100 for the light guide plate is turned on. By doing so, it is possible to execute a superposed effect by both the image formed on the screen body SB and the light emitted from the light emitting pattern formed on the light guide plate LG.

<< LED control processing for light guide plate >>
FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the control process of the light guide plate LEDLG100. This process is called and executed by the CPUSC of the sub-control board S.

First, in step 3601, the sub-control board S determines whether or not the movable member VB is arranged at the appearance position VAP.

In the case of Yes in step 3601, in step 3603, the sub-control board S lights up the light guide plate LEDLG100 and ends this subroutine.

On the other hand, if No in step 3601, in step 3605, the sub-control board S turns off the light guide plate LEDLG100 and ends this subroutine.

By controlling in this way, when the movable member VB is arranged at the appearance position VAP, the light guide plate LEDLG100 is turned on. As described above, when the movable member VB is arranged at the appearance position VAP, one side surface of the movable plate VPR and one side surface of the movable plate VPL are adjacent to each other facing each other, and the two movable plate VPRs and the movable plate VPL A seam (boundary) is created between them. On the other hand, the light emitting pattern formed on the surface of the light guide plate LG is arranged so as to coincide with the joint between the two movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL. Therefore, when the movable member VB is arranged at the appearance position VAP, the light emitting pattern of the light guide plate LG is made to emit light by lighting the LED LG100 for the light guide plate, which is generated between the two movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL. It is possible to superimpose the light emission from the light emitting pattern at the joint, making it difficult to make the joint between the two movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL visible by the light emission of the light emitting pattern, and the two movable plate VPR and the movable plate VPL are integrated. You can make it feel as if it were.

<<<<<< Second Embodiment >>>>>
<Sparrow ball game machine>

Hereinafter, the second embodiment will be described. The following embodiment relates to a mahjong ball game machine that does not have a mahjong motif, but is not limited to this, and for example, a mahjong ball game machine that does not have an automatic distribution function, a mahjong or sugoroku motif. It is also within the scope of the present invention when it is applied to a mahjong game machine or the like. It should be noted that it is only one form, and the following aspects are related to the order of each step regarding various processes such as the location and function where each means exists, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for the process of each step, and the like. It is not limited to. Moreover, the above-described embodiment should not be limitedly understood to be applied to a specific one, and may be any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification of one embodiment is a modification of another embodiment, and even if one modification and another modification are described independently. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and the other modified example is also described.

First, the sparrow ball game machine according to the second embodiment described below plays a game using a total of 16 types of tiles having the numbers "1 to 16" (a combination of these tiles is a predetermined winning combination). It is a sparrow ball game machine that aims to play the role of Agari). Specifically, the tiles that are self-made in the grid-shaped squares of 4 x 4 squares are memorized, and the memorized self-made tiles have a visually predetermined shape (for example, on a straight line in the vertical and horizontal directions). It is configured to have a playability that imitates a so-called bingo game, which forms an agari role when it becomes. That is, unlike a general mahjong tile, the game can be executed using a different type of tile than the mahjong tile, but the game is not limited to this, and a general mahjong tile is used. This technology is also applicable to gaming machines. In addition, there is no problem even if the number of tiles is increased or decreased. For example, a total of 25 tiles of "1 to 25" are used to memorize the tiles in the grid-shaped squares of 5 x 5 squares. You may.

Next, the configuration of the front surface portion of the housing of the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 39 is a front view showing the configuration of the front portion of the pachinko / pachislot machine. As shown in FIG. 39, the front portion of the sparrow ball game machine is basically a game board 2, an operation panel 3, a game ball launch lever 4 provided below the operation panel 3, a medal tray 5, and a speaker (FIG. 39). It is composed of a voice output port (not shown) that outputs voice and sound effects from (not shown), a lamp device 8, a guide rail 9, and the like.

As shown in FIG. 39, regarding the configuration of the game board 2, a screen unit ESB100, which will be described later, is located in the center of the game board 2 surrounded by the guide rail 9, and a special entry port 11 is located on the left side of the screen unit ESB100. A special entry port operating gate 12 through which a game ball can pass is arranged directly above the entry port 11. Therefore, during the execution of the special game (special game executed by aggression in the special game role), the game ball that has passed through the special entry port operating gate 12 enters the special entry port 11 (almost enters). (Ball), and when the game ball enters the special entrance 11, the player can select the symbol he / she wants to take from all the symbols. Since the sparrow ball game machine 1 in the above-mentioned game has the game property of advancing the game by letting the game ball enter the symbol entry port 13 even during the special game, the above-mentioned special entry port operation gate 12 And the special entrance 11 is provided near the right end of the game board 2 (as seen from the player), and even if the game ball is continuously launched toward the special entrance operation gate 12 and the special entrance 11. , It is difficult to allow a game ball to enter the special entry port operating gate 12 and the special entry port 11. The game playability at the time of executing the special game is not limited to this, and if the game ball is continuously fired at a predetermined firing intensity, the game ball enters the special entry port operating gate 12 and the special entry port 11. It may be configured to facilitate the sphere. Further, as shown in FIGS. 39 and 40, a plurality of (16 in this example) symbol entry openings 13 (13a, 13b ...) Are arranged in the lower portion of the game board 2. ing. In the second embodiment, a plurality of types (4 types) of special game combinations are provided. Further, a state in which the special game is not being executed may be referred to as a normal game state, and a normal game state, a state in which the special game A is executed, a state in which the special game B is executed, and a state in which the special game C is executed are executed. The state in which the game is being played, the state in which the special game D is being executed, and the like may be referred to as a game state or a game state.

The symbol of the tile is displayed on each of the symbol entrances (design entry 13a, 13b ...), And as shown in FIG. 40, the symbol entrances arranged in the lower part of the game board 2 are displayed. 13a, 13b ... Are "1", "2", "3", "4", "5", "6", "7", "8", "9" from the left when viewed from the player. , "10", "11", "12", "13", "14", "15", "16" are assigned in this order, respectively. The order of the symbol entry ports 13 (13a, 13b ...) Is only an example, and there is no problem even if it is changed, and the number of entry openings is also an example, and there is no problem even if it is increased or decreased.

The game board 2 is further provided with a decorative device with a lamp, a windmill, and the like. As the light emitting body used in the decorative device with a lamp corresponding to the lamp device 8 (see FIG. 39), an LED that emits various color colors is used.

As shown in FIGS. 39 and 41, a first effect display device 16 composed of a liquid crystal display and the like, a medal insertion slot 17, and various operation buttons (button switches) are provided in the operation panel 3 and its vicinity. ing. These various operation buttons include a BET (game start) button 18, a decision button 19a for selecting a tile, a cross key 19b, and a medal stored in a credit can be paid out by operating the button. It is composed of a medal payout button 25, and the like. In addition, self-reliance is to temporarily store new hand-made information. For example, in a state where "4" symbol and "6" symbol are temporarily stored as two pieces of hand-made information, after that. When a game ball enters the symbol entry port (13 g in this example) corresponding to the "7" symbol and the "7" symbol is self-removed (self-removed), a handicraft that is temporarily memorized. There are three pieces of information, a "4" symbol, a "6" symbol, and a "7" symbol. In the mahjong ball game machine according to this example, four tiles are distributed as hand tiles at the start of the game, and then the game balls are fired one by one to make the hand tiles self-made. However, unlike conventional mahjong, when one hand tile is self-made, it does not have the playability of discarding one of the hand tiles as a tile. In addition, it is not limited to this, as in the case of conventional mahjong, after the tiles are distributed, if you shoot a game ball and take care of the tiles, you should discard one of the tiles as a discard tile. It may be configured, and in such a configuration, the operation of discarding as a discard tile may be executed by operating the determination button 19a or the cross key 19b described above.

When the player operates the various buttons described above (presses to turn on the switch contact), for example, when the cross key 19b is pressed, a self-selection signal is generated, and this signal is a control board composed of a microcomputer. Is entered in. Then, the software (hereinafter referred to as a program) mounted on the ROM of the control board analyzes the input signal and executes the process corresponding to the analyzed input signal to advance the game.

A touch panel may be used as the operation panel 3. In addition to the enter button 19a and the cross key 19b, images imitating various buttons such as the BET (game start) button 18 and the medal payout button 25 are displayed on the touch panel, and the images of the various buttons displayed on the touch panel are used for the game. When a person touches it, it can function in the same way as a substantive button operation.

The first effect display device 16 and the screen unit ESB100 are used to display necessary information and an effect image to the player according to the progress of the game. Here, these effect display devices are not managed on the main control board 1000 (so-called main board, which will be described in detail later), which is directly related to the prize ball payout decision, and the game information from the main control board 1000 is unidirectional. It is managed on the side of the sub-control board 3000 (which is a so-called sub-board, the details of which will be described later). The main control board 1000 and the sub control board 3000 are control boards provided with a CPU separately. Further, the sub-control board 3000 is used as a sub-main board, the effect display device is also a sub-sub board equipped with a CPU, and the effect display device is configured to execute the effect display control based on a command from the sub-main board. You may.

The first effect display device 16 mainly constitutes the current number of medals stored in the sparrow ball game machine by the player, the remaining number of game balls during one game (one game), and the player's hand tile. It displays the design of the tiles to be played, the number of remaining rounds in the BB, and the like, and outputs information for transmitting information indispensable for advancing the game to the player in an easy-to-understand manner.

The screen unit ESB 100 is mainly used as a means for displaying an effect during a game, and outputs information for enhancing the interest of the game.

Further, the operation panel 3 may emit image light from the projector PR and project the image light onto the operation panel 3 from the back side of the operation panel 3 in the same manner as the screen unit ESB100. In this case, it is desirable to use the same material as the screen unit ESB100 as the material of the operation panel 3. Various information such as the rules of the sparrow ball and the game explanation can be displayed on the operation panel 3.

Next, various functions of the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. 42. First, the main control board 1000 is connected to various peripheral devices so as to be able to transmit information, including the sub control board 3000 related to the effect display and the medal payout device 4000 that pays out medals based on the payout instruction from the main control board 1000. ing. The game-related information from the main control board 1000 is unidirectionally transmitted to the sub control board 3000 side. Further, the effect command from the sub-control board 3000 is transmitted to the first effect display device 16 and the projector PR (either unidirectionally or bidirectionally).

Here, the main control board 1000 includes a communication control means 1100 for receiving signals input from various sensors and transmitting various information / signals to various peripheral devices (for example, the sub control board 3000), and a game. A medal management means 1200 that manages the number of stored medals and processes the payout as the game progresses, a game start determination means 1300 that determines whether or not the game start condition is satisfied, and a game control means that controls all controls related to the game. 1900, a game state temporary storage means 2100 that temporarily stores the current game state, etc., a payout control means 2200 that controls a medal payout device 4000 so as to pay out a predetermined number of medals, and information related to the game (image data, image data, Game-related information storage means 2300 for storing (voice data, etc.) and information transmission control for transmitting information related to the game state such as the BB pattern related to the current game and the execution timing of the effect to the sub-control board 3000. It has means 2500 and. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

First, the communication control means 1100 includes an operation signal from a BET button 18, a decision button 19a, a cross key 19b, a medal payout button 25, etc., a special entry port entry detection sensor 11a of the special entry port 11, and a symbol entry slot. 13a, 13b ..., Input signal receiving means 1101 for receiving input signals from the ball entry detection sensor, the game ball passage detection sensor of the special entry port operating gate 12, and various peripheral devices (for example, sub-control board). It has an information transmission means 1102 that transmits information / signals to the 3000) side.

Next, the medal management means 1200 has a medal information temporary storage means 1201 that temporarily stores the number of credits and the number of stored medals.

Next, the game control means 1900 uses the combination of the tile control means 1902, which controls the control related to the tile processing, the combination determining means 1903, which determines whether or not the hand tile data has completed the combination of the tiles, and the combination of the tiles. When it is determined that the tiles have been completed, the payout number calculation means 1904 for calculating the number of acquired medals related to the agari, the game end control means 1905 for controlling the game end process, and the special game control means 1906 for controlling the BB. The tiles are distributed to the player at the start of the game, and the tiles are distributed to the player. The tiles are distributed to the player.

Here, the self-propelled tile control means 1902 has a self-propelled game ball supply control means 1902a that controls so that one game ball is supplied to the launching device when the condition for executing self-removal is satisfied.

Further, the payout number calculation means 1904 has a winning medal number table 1904a for each agari combination, which is referred to when calculating the number of medals acquired by the agari combination.

Further, the special game control means 1906 includes a special game game count counter A1906A for counting the remaining number of games of the special game A and a special game number counter A1906A as a special game game count counter for counting the remaining number of games (remaining rounds) of the special game. A special game game count counter B1906B that counts the number of remaining games of B, a special game game count counter C1906C that counts the number of remaining games of special game C, and a special game game count counter D1906D that counts the number of remaining games of special game D. And have.

Further, the arrangement control means 1907 has an arrangement determination table 1907t to be referred to when determining the arrangement.

Next, the game state temporary storage means 2100 includes a flag temporary storage means 2101 that temporarily stores on / off information of various flags, a game ball number temporary storage means 2102 that temporarily stores the number of remaining game balls in the game, and the game ball number temporary storage means 2102. The tile information temporary storage means 2103 that temporarily stores the tile information in the game, the Agari information temporary storage means 2110 that temporarily stores the Agari information (Agari role, the number of acquired medals) in the game, and the special game in the game. It has a special game-related information temporary storage means 2111 that temporarily stores information (for example, the number of remaining games of the special game). Here, the tile information temporary storage means 2103 has a hand tile information temporary storage means 2103a that temporarily stores the hand tile information in the game. Further, the Agari information temporary storage means 2110 includes the Agari role temporary storage means 2110a for temporarily storing the Agari role in the game, and the acquired medal number temporary storage means 2110b for temporarily storing the number of acquired medals calculated by the payout number calculation means 1904. ,have.

Next, the sub-control board 3000 has a display control means 3100 that executes control for displaying various effects, and an information transmission / reception control means 3200 that receives various information / signals from the main control board 1000 side. ing. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

In the display control means 3100, the game ball is inserted into either the tile display control means 3110 for displaying the tiles, which are four hand tiles distributed to the player at the start of the game, or the symbol entry slot 13. When a ball is hit or a game ball enters the special entry opening 11, the number of hand tiles corresponding to the entry opening is increased by one. It has a notice effect display control means 3140 for executing display control of an effect related to the interest of the game, and a display-related information temporary storage means 3160 for storing information related to various displays such as the effect.

Next, the flow of processing of the sparrow ball game machine 1 according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 43 to 56. First, the flow of processing on the main control board side of the sparrow ball gaming machine according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 43 to 54. First, FIG. 43 is a main flowchart showing a general flow of processing performed by the main control board 1000. After the power of the gaming machine is turned on, the process shown in FIG. That is, after the power of the gaming machine is turned on and the initial settings are performed (not shown), in step 1002, the main control board 1000 confirms the input port of the RAM clear button, and the reset button (RAM clear button) of the power supply unit. ) Has been operated, that is, whether or not an operation for intentionally clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed by the manager of the amusement park or the like. In the case of Yes in step 1002, in step 1008, the main control board 1000 clears all the RAM contents (for example, information in the game state temporary storage means 2100) on the main control board 1000 side. Next, in step 1010, the information transmission means 1102 transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board 1000 has been cleared to the sub control board 3000 side (may be transmitted at the same timing). , The command may be set at the timing and transmitted by the control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, in step 1004, the main control board 1000 checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board 1000 (for example, it is saved in the checksum and the RAM area recorded at the time of power failure. Compare with the amount of information available). Next, in step 1006, the main control board 1000 determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are normal (whether or not the information at the time of power failure is accurately backed up in the RAM) based on the check result. If Yes, that is, the data backed up in the RAM in step 1006 is abnormal, the process proceeds to the process of step 1008 (the RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if No in step 1006, that is, the data backed up in the RAM is normal, in step 1012, the main control board 1000 is stored (backed up) in the RAM of the main control board 1000 in various ways at the time of power failure. The information command is acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-control board 3000 side (may be transmitted at the relevant timing, or the command is set at the relevant timing and the control command transmission described later is performed. It may be configured to be transmitted in the process), and the process proceeds to the process of step 1016. Next, in step 1016, the main control board 1000 is triggered by an execution scheduled interrupt (for example, a hardware interrupt every about 1.5 ms) related to the main process on the main control board 1000 side shown in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt cycle is T), {as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, the figure (b) is executed}, and the process proceeds to step 1100. ..

Next, in step 3100, the main control board 1000 executes a medal management process described later. Next, in step 3200, the main control board 1000 executes the remaining ball number setting process described later. Next, in step 3300, the main control board 1000 executes the game execution control process. Next, in step 3900, the main control board 1000 executes the game end process described later, and returns to step 3100. Hereinafter, the processing related to each subroutine will be described in detail.

Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. The main control board 1000 executes the process of FIG. 3B based on the interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, when the scheduled interrupt cycle T is reached (for example, a hardware interrupt every about 1.5 ms), in step 2002, the main control board 1000 sends an external signal output process (to an external terminal board, a hall computer, etc.). Information output) is executed. Next, in step 2004, the main control board 1000 executes random number update. Next, in step 2006, the main control board 1000 executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each of the above processes to the sub control board side). Next, in step 2008, the main control board 1000 executes the error control process and returns to the process executed immediately before the execution of the interrupt process.

Next, NMI interrupt processing will be described. The main control board 1000 is configured so that a power cut signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the process of FIG. 3C is executed when the power of the gaming machine is turned off. That is, when the power of the gaming machine is turned off (in this example, when the NMI is interrupted), in step 2052, the main control board 1000 sets the power cut information (for example, checksum) based on the information in the RAM area. Next, in step 2054, the main control board 1000 prohibits writing to the RAM area, prohibits timer interrupt processing, and shifts to power cutoff waiting loop processing.

Next, FIG. 44 is a flowchart of the medal management process according to the subroutine of step 3100 in FIG. 43. First, in step 3102, the medal management means 1200 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and the flag temporary storage means 2101, and the bet counter (the number of medals required to play one game in the sparrow ball game machine is bet). The counter value of the counter (counter for measuring whether or not the medals are stored) is "3" and the counter value of the CRE counter (counter for measuring the number of medals electronically stored in the game machine) is "50". Judge whether or not. If the game is currently being played, it may be configured to be Yes in step 3102. In the case of Yes in step 3102, in step 3104, the medal management means 1200 is a medal blocker (not shown, but is configured to be switchable between a state in which the medal can be inserted and a state in which the medal cannot be inserted). Is driven into a state in which medals cannot be inserted, and the process proceeds to step 3108. On the other hand, if No in step 3102, in step 3106, the medal management means 1200 drives the medal blocker into a medal-insertable state, and proceeds to step 3108. Next, in step 3108, the medal management means 1200 determines whether or not the input signal receiving means 1101 has received the medal insertion signal. In the case of Yes in step 3108, in step 3110, the medal management means 1200 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and determines whether or not the bet counter value is “3”. In the case of Yes in step 3110, in step 3112, the medal management means 1200 adds "1" to the bet counter value of the medal information temporary storage means 1201, and proceeds to step 3116. On the other hand, if No in step 3110, the medal management means 1200 adds "1" to the CRE counter value of the medal information temporary storage means 1201 in step 3114, and proceeds to step 3116. Next, in step 3116, the medal management means 1200 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and displays the current medal information (number of bets, number of credits) on the first effect display device 16. Then, in step 1118, the medal management means 1200 sets a command related to the current medal information (a command to the sub-control board 3000 side and is transmitted in the control command transmission process of step 2006), and step 3138. Move to. As described above, in the second embodiment, when the medal is inserted into the game machine and the bet counter value is not the maximum number (3 in this example), 1 is added to the bet counter value. When the bet counter value is the maximum number, 1 is added to the CRE counter value.

On the other hand, if No in step 3108, in step 3120, the medal management means 1200 determines whether or not the input signal receiving means 1101 has received the payout button operation signal, that is, whether or not the player has pressed the medal payout button 25. Is determined. In the case of Yes in step 3120, in step 3124, the medal management means 1200 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and determines whether or not the CRE counter value is larger than “0”. In the case of Yes in step 3124, in step 3126, the medal management means 1200 subtracts “1” from the CRE counter value of the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and proceeds to step 3132. Next, in step 3132, the medal management means 1200 drives the medal payout device 4000 and ejects "1" medals to the medal tray 5. Next, in step 3134, the medal management means 1200 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and displays the current medal information (number of bets, number of credits) on the first effect display device 16. Then, in step 3136, the medal management means 1200 sets a command related to the current medal information (a command to the sub-control board 3000 side and is transmitted in the control command transmission process of step 2006), and step 3124. Move to.

On the other hand, if No in step 3124, in step 3128, the medal management means 1200 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and determines whether or not the bet counter value is larger than “0”. In the case of Yes in step 3128, in step 3130, the medal management means 1200 subtracts “1” from the bet counter value of the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and proceeds to step 3132. If No in step 3120 or 3128, the process proceeds to step 3138.

Next, in step 3138, the game start determination means 1300 determines whether or not the input signal receiving means 1101 has received the bet (BET) button operation signal, that is, whether or not the player has operated the BET button 18. do. In the case of Yes in step 3138, in step 3140, the game start determination means 1300 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201, and the bet counter value is "3" (in this example, the maximum value of the bet counter is 3). Is). In the case of Yes in step 3140, in step 3142, the game start determination means 1300 clears the bet counter to zero. Next, in step 3144, the game start determination means 1300 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and displays the current medal information (number of bets, number of credits) on the first effect display device 16. Next, in steps 3146 and 3148, the game start determination means 1300 receives a command related to the current medal information (a command to the sub-control board 3000 side, which is transmitted in the control command transmission process in step 2006). A game start command (a command to the sub-control board 3000 side, which is transmitted in the control command transmission process in step 2006) is set. Next, in step 3149, the game start determination means 1300 clears the information (hand-made information, etc.) related to the previous game on the first effect display device 16. Next, in step 3152, the medal management means 1200 drives the medal blocker so that the medal cannot be inserted, and shifts to the next process (the remaining ball number set process in step 3200).

On the other hand, if No in step 3138, in step 3152, the game start determination means 1300 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and determines whether or not the CRE counter value is “0”. If Yes in step 3152, it is determined that there are no medals that can be inserted (bet), and the process proceeds to step 3102. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 3152, in step 3154 and step 3156, the game start determination means 1300 subtracts "1" from the CRE counter value of the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and adds "1" to the bet counter value. .. Next, in step 3158, the game start determination means 1300 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and displays the current medal information (number of bets, number of credits) on the first effect display device 16. Then, in step 3160, the game start determination means 1300 sets a command related to the current medal information (a command to the sub-control board 3000 side and is transmitted in the control command transmission process of step 2006), and the step Move to 3140.

Next, FIG. 45 is a flowchart of the remaining number of balls set processing according to the subroutine of step 3200 in FIG. 43. First, in step 3202, the game start determination means 1300 refers to the flag temporary storage means 2101 and determines whether or not any of the special game flags (flags that are turned on during the execution of the special game) is on. .. Here, in the second embodiment, four types of special game roles, a special game A role, a special game B role, a special game C role, and a special game D role, are provided as special game roles. Similarly, the flags are provided with a special game A flag, a special game B flag, a special game C flag, and a special game D flag. In addition, when the special game combination is established and becomes Agari, the special game flag is turned on, but when the special game A role is established, the special game A flag is turned on and the special game B role is established. In that case, the special game B flag is turned on, the special game C flag is turned on when the special game C combination is established, and the special game D flag is turned on when the special game D combination is established. ing. The special game A role, the special game B role, the special game C role, and the special game D role are collectively referred to as the special game role, and the special game A flag, the special game B flag, the special game C flag, and the special game The D flag is generically called a special game flag.

Returning to the explanation of the flowchart, in the case of Yes in step 3202, in step 3204, the game start determination means 1300 has a special entry port operation gate valid flag (by turning on) in the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101. , A flag that opens the special entry port 11 when the game ball passes through the special entry opening operation gate 12) is turned on. Here, the details will be described later, but in the second embodiment, it is difficult for the game ball to enter the special entry port operating gate 12 even when the special game is executed. Even when the game is executed, the game ball is inserted into the design entrances 13a, 13b, ... Next, in step 3206, the game start determination means 1300 refers to the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101 and determines whether or not the special game D flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3206, in step 3208, the game start determination means 1300 sets a predetermined number of balls A (15 balls in this example) as information on the number of remaining balls n in the remaining number of balls counter 1902b, and next processing (Processing in step 3300). On the other hand, if No in step 3206, in step 3210, the game start determination means 1300 refers to the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101 and determines whether or not the special game C flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3210, in step 3212, the game start determination means 1300 sets a predetermined number of balls B (4 balls in this example) as information on the number of remaining balls n in the remaining number of balls counter 1902b, and performs the following processing. (Processing in step 3300). Further, in the case of No in step 3210, in other words, when the special game A flag or the special game B flag is on, in step 3214, the game start determination means 1300 has a predetermined number of balls C (this) as information on the number of remaining balls n. In the example, 3 balls) is set in the remaining number of balls counter 1902b, and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 3300). If No in step 3202, in step 3216, the game start determination means 1300 sets a predetermined number of balls D (2 balls in this example) as information on the number of remaining balls n in the remaining number of balls counter 1902b, and then sets the following. (Processing in step 3300).

As described above, in the second embodiment, the number of game balls that can be fired in one game is different between the case where the special game is not being executed and the case where the special game is being executed. There is. In addition, even during the execution of the special game, the number of game balls that can be fired in one game can be different depending on the type of the special game being executed (the type of the special game flag that is turned on). There is. Further, as will be described in detail later, the sparrow ball game machine according to the second embodiment has a plurality of agari roles in which the number of hand tiles required for the agari role is established is different. Depending on the number of gaming balls set in step 3208, step 3212, step 3214 or step 3216, there may be an agari combination that cannot be established at the start of the game.

Next, FIG. 46 is a flowchart of the game execution control process according to the subroutine of step 3300 in FIG. 43. First, in step 3400, the game control means 1900 executes the direct hit lottery execution process described later. Next, in step 3302, the game control means 1900 determines whether or not the direct hit lottery executed in the process of step 3400 has been won. The winning in this process is defined as the case where the special game A, the special game B, the special game C, or the special game D is determined as the execution result of the direct hit lottery (described later in FIG. 47). See the direct hit lottery table). In the case of Yes in step 3302, in step 3500, the game control means 1900 executes the arrangement determination process described later. Next, in step 3304, the game control means 1900 displays the arrangement (hand tile) determined in step 3500 on the first effect display device 16. Next, in step 3306, the game control means 1900 sets a command related to the current Tehai information (a command to the sub-control board 3000 side, which is transmitted in the control command transmission process in step 2006). The process proceeds to step 3600. The handicraft information set in step 3306 is mainly the handicraft information related to the arrangement. Next, in step 3600, the game control means 1900 executes the self-regulation control process described later. Next, in step 3308, the game control means 1900 subtracts 1 from the counter value of the remaining ball number counter 1902b. Next, in step 3310, the game control means 1900 is a command related to the counter value of the current remaining ball count counter 1902b (a command to the sub-control board 3000 side, and is transmitted in the control command transmission process of step 2006). ) Is set. Next, in step 3312, the game control means 1900 refers to the remaining ball number counter 1902b, and determines whether or not the counter value has become 0. If Yes in step 3312, the process proceeds to step 3316. On the other hand, if No in step 3312, in step 3314, the game control means 1900 satisfies the automatic end condition (the condition that the game being executed is automatically ended when the number of remaining balls is not 0). Judge whether or not. In the second embodiment, it is determined that the most profitable Agari combination among the possible Agari combinations in the running game is established by referring to the counter value of the remaining ball number counter 1902b. In the case (for example, the special game A role has already been established in the current handicraft, the number of remaining fired balls is one, and the special game B role is achieved by self-reliance corresponding to one of the remaining fired balls. When it is determined that neither the special game C combination nor the special game D combination is likely to be established), or when it is determined that there is no possibility that the Agari role is established in the running game (for example, the special game A role is It is configured to satisfy the automatic termination condition (when the number of hand tiles required to be established is two or more and the number of remaining shot balls is one). In addition, it may be configured to provide an agari button that becomes an aggression and ends the game by operating in a situation where the agari role is established. If Yes in step 3314, the process proceeds to step 3316, and if No in step 3314, the process proceeds to step 3600 to launch the next game ball. In the second embodiment, the automatic termination condition is satisfied when it is determined that there is no possibility that the Agari combination will be established in the running game. As an effect display when launching a game ball as an operation (for example, as an effect display on the screen unit ESB100), a notification that the automatic end condition is satisfied when the game ball is inserted into a predetermined symbol entry port is notified. It may be configured to be possible. Specifically, when the number of remaining shot balls is two, the game ball fired as the next self-removal operation is the symbol corresponding to the symbol "1" symbol entrance 13a or the symbol corresponding to the "6" symbol. When the automatic end condition is satisfied when the ball enters the ball entry port 13f, the "1" symbol and the "6" symbol (or the symbol entry port corresponding to the "1" symbol) are displayed on the screen unit ESB100. A cracked image may be displayed (at the symbol entry port 13f corresponding to the symbol 13a or "6".

Next, in step 3316, the game control means 1900 determines whether or not the Agari combination has been established. If Yes in step 3316, the process proceeds to step 3700. In addition, even if No in step 3302, the process proceeds to step 3700. Next, in step 3700, the game control means 1900 executes the agari combination determination process described later. Next, in step 3800, the game control means 1900 executes the payout number calculation process described later, and shifts to the next process (process of step 3900). Further, even if No in step 3316, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 3900).

Next, FIG. 47 is a flowchart of the direct hit lottery execution process according to the subroutine of step 3400 in FIG. 46. First, in step 3402, the game control means 1900 refers to the direct hit lottery table, determines the result of the direct hit lottery by lottery based on the special game flag that is turned on, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 3302). do. Here, in the second embodiment, after four pieces of the arrangement are distributed, the game property of whether or not the agari role can be established by the time the number of game balls set in the remaining ball number counter 1902b is fired. However, if the direct hit lottery is executed before the distribution is distributed and the direct hit lottery is won (if it is not a non-winning), the corresponding Agari role is established from the beginning ( The game is started with the hand tiles forming the role of Agari), and the game is configured to become Agari as soon as the game is started. Further, in the direct hit lottery, the table to be referred to differs depending on the special game flag that is turned on. If the direct hit lottery is executed during the execution of the special game, the special game being executed is executed. It is configured so that only special gamers who are more profitable than the special gamers related to the above can be elected (see the direct hit lottery table at the bottom of the figure).

Next, FIG. 48 is a flowchart of the arrangement determination process according to the subroutine of step 3500 in FIG. First, in step 3502, the game control means 1900 refers to the distribution determination table, determines the combination of four distributions (all distributions) by lottery, and moves to the next process (process of step 3304). Transition. Here, as shown in the tehai determination table at the bottom of the figure, in the second embodiment, when deciding the tehai to be distributed as the tehai, a total of four tehai to be distributed as the tehai is one. It is not configured to be decided by lottery one by one, and the combination of a total of four hand tiles to be distributed is decided by lottery, that is, all four pieces are decided by one lottery. It is configured as. In the second embodiment, there are 16 types of symbols "1" to "16" that can be selected as a hand tile or a tile. Further, in the second embodiment, regardless of the game state, the lottery is always executed under the same conditions to determine the distribution, but the game is not limited to this. The lottery mode (profit margin of the distribution) may be different depending on the state. In such a configuration, for example, during a special game with a relatively high profit, the arrangement also has a relatively high profit (for example, a predetermined symbol that tends to be an arrangement in which the agari role is easily established). It may be configured to be selected only from among).

Next, FIG. 49 is a flowchart of the self-regulation control process according to the subroutine of step 3600 in FIG. 46. First, in step 3602, the self-propelled game ball supply control means 1902a sets one game ball at the launch position of the game ball launcher. Next, in step 3604, the self-propelled tile control means 1902 determines whether or not the input signal receiving means 1101 has received the special entry port operating gate passage signal, that is, the game ball has passed through the special entry port operating gate 12. Judge whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 3604, in step 3606, the tile control means 1902 refers to the flag temporary storage means 2101 and determines whether or not the special entry port operation gate valid flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3606, in step 3608, the tile control means 1902 opens the special entrance 11 for a predetermined period (in this example, the period until the game being executed ends). The opening period of the special entry port 11 is not limited to this, and may be configured to close after a lapse of a predetermined time. In such a configuration, the game ball that has passed through the special entry port operating gate 12 may be opened for a period sufficient to allow the ball to enter the special entry port 11 as it is, for example, for 1 second. It may be configured (in that case, the special entrance port 11 is opened when the game ball enters the special entrance opening operation gate 12 again in the same game).

Next, the ball entry process in step 3610 will be described in detail. The process of step 3610 is the process of entering the ball at the time of entering the ball at the normal entry port. It is determined whether or not the ball has entered the ball. If Yes in step 3610, the process proceeds to step 3618.

Next, the ball entry process of the special entry port in steps 3612 to 3616, which is executed in the case of No in step 3610, will be described. First, in step 3612, the tile control means 1902 determines whether or not the game ball has entered the special entry port 11. Here, if No in step 3612, the game returns to step 3604, and the game ball is inserted in the symbol entry openings 13a, 13b ... Or the special entry opening 11 until it becomes Yes in step 3610 or step 3612. Loop until the ball enters. On the other hand, in the case of Yes in step 3612, in step 3614, the tile control means 1902 is transmitted in the special entry port entry command (command to the sub control board 3000 side, and is transmitted in the control command transmission process in step 2006). ) Is set, and the process proceeds to step 3616. Next, in step 3616, the self-removing tile control means 1902 operates the self-removal tile determination operation (the operation of operating the cross key 19b to select the symbol to be self-reliant, and operating the enter button 19a to determine the selected symbol). Determine if there was any. If Yes in step 3616, the process proceeds to step 3618, and if No in step 3616, the process of step 3616 is repeatedly executed until there is a tile determination operation.

Next, in step 3618, the tile control means 1902 uses a symbol based on the symbol entry port (for example, “1” symbol when the ball enters the symbol entry port 13a) or step. The information related to the tiles determined by the self-tile determination operation of 3616 is temporarily stored as the tile information (the tile information is newly added to the tiles), and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 3308). do. Although not shown, in the second embodiment, when the same symbol is self-made twice (when the game ball is inserted into the same symbol entrance twice), The second self-reliance becomes invalid, or the second self-reliance overwrites the handicraft, and as a result, the same handicraft can only be held once. Note that the processing when the same symbol is self-subtracted twice or more in one game is not limited to this, and corresponds to the case where the same symbol is self-subtracted twice, that is, the handicraft already owned. If a game ball enters the entrance of the symbol, the ball will not be newly self-made by the entry, but the game ball that can be launched in the running game can be subtracted by launching the game ball. It may be configured to be invalid (so-called replay).

Next, FIG. 50 is a flowchart of the Agari combination determination process according to the subroutine of step 3700 in FIG. 46. First, in step 3702, the combination determining means 1903 determines whether or not the Agari role established in this game is a special game combination. Here, in the second embodiment, there are four types of special game roles, a special game A role, a special game B role, a special game C role, and a special game D role. Is Yes if is one of the special game roles. In the second embodiment, as illustrated in FIG. 51, all the Agari roles are configured to be special game roles, but as will be described later, any special game combination is established during the special game. If so, the special game with lower profit (not high profit) than the special game being executed is not started. In the case of Yes in step 3702, in step 3750, the combination determining means 1903 executes the special game flag control process described later. Next, in step 3706, the combination determining means 1903 uses a special game game counter (special game game counter A1906A, special game game counter B1906B, special game) corresponding to the special game flag turned on in this game. A predetermined value (initial value corresponding to the turned-on special game flag) is set in either the game number counter C1906C or the special game game number counter D1906D). That is, the number of games of the special game can be different depending on the type of the special game flag turned on. Next, in step 3708, the combination determination means 1903 turns on the special entry port operation gate valid flag in the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 3800). Even if No in step 3702, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 3800).

Here, the lower part of the figure is an example of the correspondence between the special game combination, the special game flag, and the special game game count counter. As shown in the figure
When the special game A role is aggravated as the agari role, the special game A flag is turned on and the special game game counter A1906A is set to 5 times.
When the special game B role is aggravated as the agari role, the special game B flag is turned on and the special game game counter B1906B is set to 10 times.
When the special game C role is aggravated as the agari role, the special game C flag is turned on and the special game game counter C1906C is set to 10 times.
When the special game D role is aggravated as an agari role, the special game D flag is turned on and 15 times are set in the special game game counter D1906D.
It is configured as follows.

Next, FIG. 51 is a list of Agari roles. In the figure, the role of Agari in the second embodiment is illustrated. There are four types of Agari roles in the second embodiment: special game A role, special game B role, special game C role, and special game D role, and the special game A role is in one vertical row (1 line). Alternatively, since it is formed by arranging self-made tiles in a horizontal row (1 line), the required number of hand tiles is four. In addition, since the special game B role is formed by arranging self-made tiles in one diagonal row (one line), four hand tiles are required. In addition, the special game C role is formed by arranging the tiles in two rows (1 horizontal row + 1 vertical row, 1 vertical row + 1 diagonal row, 1 horizontal row + 1 diagonal row) other than diagonally. , The required number of tiles is 7. In addition, since the special game D role is formed by arranging self-made tiles in two diagonal rows (two lines), the required number of hand tiles is eight. As described above, in the second embodiment, the number of hand tiles required to be formed by the agari role is different, and the state of the game (normal game state, execution of special game A, special game B) Since there are multiple game states such as during execution, during execution of special game C, during execution of special game D, etc.), the number of game balls that can be fired per game may differ. , It is configured so that there is an agari role that cannot be formed depending on the state of the game. For example, in the normal game state, the number of Tehai is 4 and the number of game balls that can be fired is 2, so the total number of Tehai per game is 6 at the maximum. In the game state, the special game C combination and the special game D combination cannot be formed. Since it is configured in this way, it is necessary to gradually raise the rank to a state that is more advantageous than the current game state (normal game state → special game A → special game B → special game C → special game D). As a result, it is a game that aims to finally establish the special game D role, which is the most profitable special game role. Further, in this example, all the Agari roles are configured to be a special game role, that is, all the Agari roles can be a trigger for starting the execution of the special game, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the trigger for starting the execution of the special game is not limited to this. It may be configured to have an Agari role (for example, it is formed when three medals are arranged in a vertical row, and the number of medals to be paid out is one, etc.).

Next, FIG. 52 is a flowchart of the special game flag control process according to the subroutine of step 3750 in FIG. First, in step 3752, the combination determining means 1903 refers to the inside of the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101 and determines whether or not the special game D flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3752, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 3706) without newly turning on the special game flag. On the other hand, if No in step 3752, in step 3754, the combination determining means 1903 refers to the inside of the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101 and determines whether or not the special game C flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3754, in step 3756, the combination determining means 1903 determines whether or not the Agari role in this game is the special game D combination. In the case of Yes in step 3756, in step 3758, the combination determining means 1903 turns on the special game flag corresponding to the Agari role in the current game in the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101. Next, in step 3760, the combination determining means 1903 sets a predetermined value (the number of games corresponding to the special game combination shown in FIG. 50) in the special game game number counter corresponding to the Agari combination in the current game, and then sets the next. (Processing in step 3706).

If No in step 3754, in step 3761, the combination determining means 1903 refers to the inside of the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101 and determines whether or not the special game B flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3761, in step 3762, the combination determining means 1903 determines whether or not the Agari combination in this game is a special game C combination or a special game D combination. In the case of Yes in step 3762, in step 3764, the special game flag corresponding to the role of Agari in this game is turned on. Next, in step 3766, the combination determining means 1903 sets a predetermined value (the number of games corresponding to the special game combination shown in FIG. 50) in the special game game number counter corresponding to the Agari combination in the current game, and then sets the next. (Processing in step 3706).

If No in step 3761, in step 3768, the combination determining means 1903 refers to the inside of the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101 and determines whether or not the special game A flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3768, in step 3770, the combination determining means 1903 determines whether or not the Agari combination in this game is a special game B combination, a special game C combination, or a special game D combination. In the case of Yes in step 3770, in step 3772, the special game flag corresponding to the role of Agari in this game is turned on. Next, in step 3774, the combination determining means 1903 sets a predetermined value (the number of games corresponding to the special game combination shown in FIG. 50) in the special game game number counter corresponding to the Agari combination in the current game, and then sets the next. (Processing in step 3706). Even if No in step 3756, step 3762, step 3768 or step 3770, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 3706). Here, the special game roles in this example are "special game D role-> special game C role-> special game B role-> special game A role" in order from the one with the highest profit for the player, and the execution of the special game If a special game combination is established during the period, the special game flag corresponding to the established special game combination is established only when a special game combination that is more profitable than the special game combination related to the special game being executed is established. Is turned on and other special game combinations are established, but the special game flag corresponding to the other special game combination is not turned on, that is, only the special game that is more profitable than the special game being executed starts execution. It is configured to be possible. The high profit in the special game is the number of games that can be executed (the number of times that is set in the special game game counter), the number of medals that are paid out when the Agari role is established, and the number of game balls that can be fired in one game. , Is determined based on. The factors that determine high profits are not limited to this, and factors such as the winning rate of the direct hit lottery (distribution of special game roles when winning), the lottery mode of distribution, etc. are also considered. You may.

Further, the configuration when the special game combination is established during the execution of the special game is not limited to that of this example, and for example, when the special game combination overlaps, that is, newly during the execution of the special game. When the special game combination is established, the low-profit special game of the two overlapping special games may be forcibly terminated (not started). Further, the game state may be provided for each combination of the special game flags that are turned on. For example, "All special game flag off", "Special game A flag on", "Special game A flag on, special game B flag on", "Special game A flag on, special game C flag on", etc. It may be configured so that there are as many game states as there are combinations of game flags, and for each game state, a special game flag that can be newly turned on when a special game combination is established during the execution of the special game is determined. (The special game that can be newly executed may be different for each special game being executed). In addition, the selection tendency of the distribution (number distribution in the lottery, types of hand tiles that can be distributed in the distribution, etc.) may be different for each game state.

Next, FIG. 53 is a flowchart of the payout number calculation process according to the subroutine of step 3800 in FIG. 46. First, in step 3802, the payout number calculation means 1904 refers to the winning medal number table 1904a for each agari role based on the agari role code temporarily stored in the agari role temporary storage means 2110a, and refers to the number of medals acquired by the agari role. Is calculated, and the calculation result is set in the working temporary storage area (not shown) of the acquired medal number temporary storage means 2110b.

Here, the table on the upper right of the figure is an example of the number of winning medals table for each role of Agari, and the number of medals won corresponding to the role of Agari is shown. In the second embodiment, four types of Agari roles are provided: a special game A role, a special game B role, a special game C role, and a special game D role, and the Agari role is established and becomes Agari. The number of game medals paid out in this case is 6 for the special game A, 9 for the special game B, 12 for the special game C, and 15 for the special game D. In this example, all the Agari roles are configured to trigger the execution of the special game, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the Agari role in which the special game is not executed even if the aggression is performed, that is, the Agari role. , It may be configured to provide an aggression role in which a game medal is only paid out in the case of aggression.

Returning to the explanation of the flowchart, next, in step 3804, the combination determining means 1903 determines whether or not the Agari role in this game is the special game D role (the most profitable special game role among the special game roles). To judge. In the case of Yes in step 3804, in step 3806, the combination determining means 1903 rewrites the number of medals acquired by the Agari combination calculated in step 3802 by 5 times, and proceeds to step 3808. If No in step 3804, the process proceeds to step 3808 without executing the rewriting process of step 3806. As described above, in the second embodiment, the number of acquired game medals for the Agari role is increased only when the special game D flag, which is the special game flag related to the most profitable special game among the special game flags, is on. Although configured, the number is not limited to this, for example, the number of game medals calculated in step 3802 is multiplied by 1 when all the special game flags are off and twice when the special game A flag is on. , When the special game B flag is on, it is doubled, when the special game C flag is on, it is tripled, and when the special game D flag is on, it is 5 times (plural). When the special game flag is on, refer to the magnification of the special game flag corresponding to the most profitable special game role).

Returning to the explanation of the flowchart, next, in step 3808, the payout number calculation means 1904 temporarily stores the number of acquired medals set in step 3752 in the work temporary storage area of the acquired medal number temporary storage means 2110b. With reference, it is determined whether or not the number of acquired medals is "30" or less. In the case of Yes in step 3808, the process proceeds to step 3812, and in the case of No in step 3808, in step 3810, the payout number calculation means 1904 sets "30" in the acquired medal number temporary storage means 2110b ("30"). Rewrite to), and the process proceeds to step 3812. Next, in step 3812, the payout number calculation means 1904 temporarily stores the number of medals acquired by the Agari combination calculated by the processes of step 3802 and step 3806 in the work temporary storage area of the acquired medal number temporary storage means 2110b. Next, in step 3814, the information transmission means 1102 is a command (command to the sub-control board 3000 side) related to the Agari-related information (Agari role, number of medals won, etc.), and is transmitted by the control command transmission process in step 2006. Is set), and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 3900).

Next, FIG. 54 is a flowchart of the game end process according to the subroutine of step 3900 in FIG. 43. First, in step 3902, the game end control means 1905 refers to the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101 and determines whether or not the agari flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3902, in step 3904, the game end control means 1905 turns off the agari flag in the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101. Next, in step 3906, the game end control means 1905 refers to the acquired medal number temporary storage means 2110b, and adds the value of the acquired medals calculated in step 3750 to the CRE counter value of the medal information temporary storage means 1201. do. Next, in step 3908, the game end control means 1905 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201 and determines whether or not the added CRE counter value is larger than “50”. In the case of Yes in step 3908, in step 3910, the game end control means 1905 refers to the medal information temporary storage means 1201, calculates the number of medals exceeding "50" from the CRE counter value, and the payout control means 2200 sets the payout control means 2200. The calculated number of medals is discharged to the medal tray 5. Next, in step 3912, the game end control means 1905 sets “50” to the CRE counter of the medal information temporary storage means 1201. Even if No in step 3908, the process proceeds to step 3914.

Next, in step 3914, the game end control means 1905 refers to the flag temporary storage means 2101 and determines whether or not any of the special game flags is on. In the case of Yes in step 3914, in step 3916, the game end control means 1905 subtracts "1" from the counter value of the special game game count counter corresponding to the special game flag that is turned on. Next, in step 3918, the game end control means 1905 refers to the special game game count counter, and any of the special game game counters (special game game counter A1906A, special game game counter B1906B, special game game counter). It is determined whether or not the counter value of the counter C1906C or the special game game count counter D1906D) is newly set to 0 by the process of step 3916. In the case of Yes in step 3918, in step 3920, the game end control means 1905 turns off the special game flag corresponding to the special game game count counter newly set to 0 by the process of step 3916 (when the special game is completed). (Because it is determined), the process proceeds to step 3926. In addition, even if No in step 3902, step 3914 or step 3918, the process proceeds to step 3926.

Next, in step 3926, the game end control means 1905 turns off the special entry port operation gate valid flag in the flag area of the flag temporary storage means 2101, and proceeds to step 3928. Next, in step 3928, the game end control means 1905 refers to the game state temporary storage means 2100, and first produces information after the game ends (for example, the number of medals won when the game is aggression). The display is displayed on the display device 16, and the process proceeds to step 3932.

Next, in step 3932, the game end control means 1905 executes post-game processing (for example, initialization of each flag and temporary storage means) (although not shown, in the processing on the sub-control board 3000 side). However, the initialization of the effect being executed will be executed). Next, in step 3934, the game end control means 1905 determines whether or not the post-game processing has been completed. If No in step 3934, the process of step 3932 is performed until the post-game process is completed, and if Yes in step 3934, the process proceeds to step 3936. Next, in step 3936, the game end control means 1905 determines whether or not the end timing of the waiting time after the end of the game has been reached. In the sparrow ball game machine according to the second embodiment, the number of games per unit time (for example, 1 minute) is a predetermined number (for example, 7 games) in order to regulate the number of games that can be played per unit time. If the number exceeds or exceeds, a waiting time is provided so as not to shift to the next game. If No in step 3936, the process of step 3936 is performed until the "end timing of waiting time after the end of the game" is reached, and if Yes in step 3936, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 3100). .. Also. The upper right corner of the figure shows the correspondence between the special game flag and the special game game count counter. As described above, the special game A flag corresponds to the special game game count counter A1906A, and the special game B flag is used. Is supported by the special game game count counter B1906B, the special game C flag is supported by the special game game count counter C1906C, and the special game D flag is supported by the special game game count counter D1906D.

Next, the control process executed on the sub-control board 3000 side will be described with reference to FIGS. 55 to 56. First, FIG. 55 is a main flowchart on the sub-control board 3000 side in the pachinko / pachislot machine according to the second embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 3A is a process on the sub-control board 3000 side that is executed after a reset such as when the power is turned on to the gaming machine. That is, when the power is turned on to the gaming machine, in step 5002, the sub-control board 3000 executes the initial process based on the information received from the main control board 1000 side (for example, when the ram clear information is received → sub-control). When the RAM on the board 3000 side is initialized and various information commands are received → The effect-related information at the time of power failure is reset to the RAM on the sub-control board 3000 side). After that, the process shifts to the loop processing in which the iterative processing routine (b) of the sub-control board 3000 is repeatedly executed. Here, when (b) is executed, first, in step 5100, the sub-control board 3000 executes the hand-made display control process, which will be described later, as shown in the process of FIG. Next, in step 5500, the first production is performed at predetermined timings based on other information (for example, game start signal, medal information, number of remaining balls, special entrance signal, game end signal, etc.). A predetermined display control process is executed on the display device 16 or the screen unit ESB100, and this iterative process routine is terminated.

As described above, the sub-control board 3000 adopts a form in which the sub-side main routines (S5100 to S5500) are looped after being reset. Further, the process of FIG. 3C is an interrupt process of the sub-control board 3000, and the signal from the STB signal line on the main control board 1000 described above is one terminal of the CPU of the sub-control board 3000 (NMI in this example). It is a processing flow (c) when it is connected to a terminal). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the CPU of the sub control board 3000 (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 5004, the sub control board 3000 has a command input port (data signal) from the main control board 1000 side. Check the wire input port). Then, in step 5006, the sub-control board 3000 temporarily stores the command transmitted from the main control board 1000 side in the RAM of the sub-control board 3000 side based on the confirmation result, and is executed immediately before the main interrupt process. Return to the processing.

Next, FIG. 56 is a flowchart of the handicraft display control process according to the subroutine of step 5100 in FIG. 55. First, in step 5102, the arrangement display control means 3110 determines whether or not a command related to the hand arrangement information from the main control board 1000 side has been received. In the case of Yes in step 5102, in step 5104, the display control means 3100 displays the hand tile on the first effect display device 16 based on the received hand tile information (the distribution is distributed based on the hand tile information). The later hand tile, the hand tile after self-removal, etc. are displayed as appropriate), and the process proceeds to step 5106. On the other hand, even if No in step 5102, the process proceeds to step 5106. Next, in step 5106, the display control means 3100 determines whether or not a command related to aggression from the main control board 1000 side has been received. In the case of Yes in step 5106, in step 5108, the display control means 3100 executes the aggression effect (the effect to be executed when the aggression occurs) on the screen unit ESB100 based on the command related to the aggression, and performs the next process (the effect to be executed when the aggression occurs). The process proceeds to step 5500). Even if No in step 5106, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 5500).

<< Projector PR >>
Similar to the first embodiment, the projector PR emits image light and irradiates the game board 2 with the image light to form a desired image on the game board 2. The projector PR mainly has a light source, a display panel, and a projection lens (not shown). The projector PR is communicably connected to the sub-control board 3000, and the sub-control board 3000 determines an image according to the game state and transmits the image data of the determined image to the projector PR. The projector PR receives the video data, converts it into video light, and emits the video light toward the game board 2 to project the video on the screen as an effect.

In the second embodiment, the image light emitted from the projector PR is projected onto the back surface of the game board 2 (the screen body PSP for the game board described later), and the rear projection type is adopted. The positions of the projector PRs shown in FIGS. 57, 58, and 59 are virtual positions for showing the distance to the game board screen body PSP. The distance between the projector PR and the screen body PSP for the game board can be changed by the lens provided in the projector PR, the setting of the projector PR, the size of the screen body PSP for the game board, and the like. The position of the projector PR can be appropriately determined according to the distance to the screen body PSP for the game board, and the projector PR does not necessarily have to be arranged at the positions shown in FIGS. 57, 58, and 59.

Not only when the image light emitted from the projector PR is directly projected on the screen body PSP for the game board, but also when the optical path is changed by using an optical element such as a mirror and projected onto the screen body PSP for the game board. It may be configured. By appropriately changing the optical path in this way, the degree of freedom in the position where the projector PR is arranged can be increased, and the sparrow ball game machine can be made smaller or thinner. When an optical element such as a mirror is used, the video data may be appropriately generated in consideration of the inversion of the video and the change in size.

<< Game board 2 >>
As shown in FIGS. 62A and 62B, the game board 2 has a game area forming plate PRP, a screen body PSP for the game board, a smoke sheet SSP, and a spacer SPS.

<Game area forming plate PRP>
The game area forming plate PRP is a substantially plate-shaped member, has a constant thickness, and has a rectangular shape. The game area forming plate PRP is a plate member made of a translucent resin, for example, a transparent resin such as acrylic. The game area forming plate PRP has a front surface and a back surface, and the above-mentioned game area is formed on the front surface of the game area forming plate PRP, and a nail (not shown) protruding from the game area is provided.

<Screen body for game board PSP>
The screen body PSP for a game board is a substantially plate-shaped member, has a certain thickness, and has a rectangular shape. The screen body PSP for the game board is formed to have substantially the same size as the game area forming plate PRP, and is arranged on the back surface of the game area forming plate PRP. In the present embodiment, the thickness of the screen body PSP for the game board is thinner than that of the game area forming plate PRP, and the projected light emitted from the projector PR irradiates the screen body PSP for the game board, so that the screen body PSP for the game board is used. An image is formed on the screen body PSP. That is, the screen body PSP for the game board functions as a projector screen.

The screen body PSP for a game board is a member made of a resin having translucency, for example, a resin such as acrylic. The game area forming plate PRP is formed by blending a resin with a light diffusing material that diffuses light. The material and amount of the light diffusing material are appropriately determined according to the sharpness of the image formed on the screen body PSP for the game board, the emission brightness of the projector PR, the distance between the projector PR and the screen body PSP for the game board, and the like. Just do it.

As described above, in the second embodiment, the rear projection type is adopted (see FIGS. 57, 58, 59), and the image light emitted from the projector PR is a game board from the back side of the sparrow ball game machine. An image is formed by being projected onto the screen body PSP.

<Through hole PRP100>
As shown in FIGS. 62A and 62B, a through hole PRP100 is formed in the central portion of the game area forming plate PRP described above. The through hole PRP100 defines an area of the screen body ESB for the effect display unit, which will be described later, and makes the image formed on the screen body ESB for the effect display unit visible from the front of the sparrow ball game machine.

<Through hole PSP100>
A through hole PSP100 is formed in the center of the screen body PSP for a game board. The through hole PSP100 has substantially the same size as the through hole PRP100 formed in the game area forming plate PRP, and the through hole PSP100 and the through hole PRP100 communicate with each other.

<Decorative member PRP110>
As shown in FIGS. 39, 60, and 62, the decorative member PRP110 is a member that decorates the periphery of the through hole PRP100 and the through hole PSP100. The decorative member PRP110 is formed with a guide groove PRP112 for guiding the game ball. Further, the game board 2 is formed with a symbol entry port 13X, and an opening PRP 114 (see FIGS. 58 and 59) communicating with the symbol entry port 13X is formed below the decorative member PRP110. .. The game ball that has reached the guide groove PRP 112 is easily guided to the opening PRP 114 by the guide groove PRP 112, and the possibility of entering the symbol entry ball opening 13X can be increased.

<Screen body ESB for production display>
As shown in FIGS. 58, 59, and 61, the screen body ESB for the effect display unit is attached to the decorative member PRP110 on the back side of the screen body PSP for the game board. The screen body ESB for the effect display unit has a quadrangular pyramid-shaped contour as a whole. The screen body ESB for the effect display unit includes a screen unit ESB100 and four support units ESB110. The screen portion ESB 100 is arranged on the back side of the game board screen body PSP via four support portions ESB 110 at a position separated from the game board screen body PSP, and is arranged along the opening surface of the through hole PSP 100.

The screen portion ESB100 has translucency. The screen portion ESB100 is formed by containing a diffusing material such as a light diffusing agent, has a light transmittance lower than the light transmittance (translucency) of the screen body PSP for a game board, and has a light transmittance of a projector PR. By irradiating the screen unit ESB100 with the image light emitted from the screen unit ESB100 from the back side, an image is formed on the screen unit ESB100. The image formed on the screen portion ESB100 can be visually recognized from the front of the sparrow ball game machine through the through hole PSP100 and the through hole PRP100 described above. By forming an image on the screen unit ESB 100, the same effect can be executed by displaying the image in the same manner as the conventional liquid crystal display device.

As described above, the image light emitted from the projector PR is applied to the screen body PSP for the game board and the screen unit ESB100, and an image is formed on both the screen body PSP for the game board and the screen unit ESB100. The screen unit ESB100 is supported by four support units ESB110, is arranged at a position farther from the player than the screen body PSP for the game board, and has an image formed on the screen body PSP for the game board and the screen unit ESB100. By simultaneously forming the image formed on the screen, it is possible to perform an effect with a sense of perspective.

<Pseudo light emitter PRP120>
As shown in FIGS. 39, 60, 62 (A), and 62 (b), the decorative member PRP 110 has a pseudo light transmittance (transparency) higher than that of other parts of the decorative member PRP 110. The illuminant part PRP120 is formed. In the pseudo illuminant part PRP120, the projected light emitted from the projector PR is more easily transmitted than other parts, and the pseudo illuminant part PRP120 can be visually recognized as if it emits light brighter than other parts. can. Therefore, by transmitting the projected light emitted from the projector PR through the pseudo light emitting body portion PRP 120, it is visually recognized as if a substantial light emitting body such as an LED is provided at the position of the pseudo light emitting body portion PRP 120. The pseudo light emitting body portion PRP120 can be made to function as a pseudo light emitting body. Further, the portion different from the pseudo light emitting body PRP 120 has a lower light transmittance than the pseudo light emitting body PRP 120, and the decorative member PRP 110 can be illuminated by the projected light emitted from the projector PR.

Although the decorative member PRP110 shown in FIGS. 39, 60, 62 (A), and 62 (b) is a substantially formed member, the projected light of the projector PR is projected onto the screen body PSP for the game board. By doing so, an image imitating a decorative member may be formed on the screen body PSP for a game board. Further, not only the decorative member PRP110 but also other decorative members and accessories may be formed on the game board screen body PSP by the projected light from the projector PR. Since the decorative members and accessories are formed by images, it is possible to easily respond to changes in specifications. Further, similarly to the pseudo light emitting body portion PRP120, it is possible to function as a pseudo light emitting body by forming a region having a high light transmittance according to a decorative member or an accessory.

<Entering ball opening SEO>
Through holes (not shown) communicating with each other are formed in both the game area forming plate PRP and the game board screen body PSP. An entry SEO (FIGS. 39 and 57) into which a game ball can enter is formed between the frame body FRB and the game area forming plate PRP, which will be described later. The ball entry SEO communicates with the through hole, and the game ball that has fallen while rolling in the game area enters the ball entry SEO and has the symbols corresponding to the entry positions 13a, 13b. The ball enters the ball, passes through the through hole, and is detected by the symbol winning detection device RDD, which will be described later. The symbol winning detection device RDD can determine the symbol entry openings 13a, 13b, ....

<Smoke sheet SSP>
The smoke sheet SSP is a sheet made of a material having a lower light transmittance (transparency) than the game region forming plate PRP and the game board screen body PSP (not shown). The smoke sheet SSP has the same size as the game area forming plate PRP and the game board screen body PSP, and is arranged between the game area forming board PRP and the game board screen body PSP.

The smoke sheet SSP is for preventing overexposure of an image formed on the screen body PSP for a game board. Overexposure is a phenomenon in which the gradation of a bright portion of an image formed on the screen body PSP for a game board cannot be sufficiently formed, and a part or the whole of the image becomes whitish. The smoke sheet SSP can prevent overexposure by slightly reducing the amount of transmitted light. Whether or not to adopt the smoke sheet SSP may be appropriately determined according to the material of the screen body PSP for the game board, the adjustment of the projector PR, the type of the image formed on the screen body PSP for the game board, and the like.

Further, the thickness of the smoke sheet SSP is thinner than that of the screen body PSP for the game board, and the influence on the overall thickness of the game board 2 is small. Further, the light transmittance of the smoke sheet SSP may be equal to or higher than that of the game region forming plate PRP and the game board screen body PSP. It suffices if the amount of light transmitted through the smoke sheet SSP can be reduced.

<Spacer SPS>
As shown in FIGS. 62A and 62B, the spacer SPS includes an upper spacer SPS100 and a lower spacer SPS110. The upper spacer SPS100 and the lower spacer SPS110 have a plate-like shape and have the same constant thickness. The spacer SPS is a spacer for ensuring the thickness of the game board 2, and is attached to the back surface of the game board screen body PSP according to the position where the holding member of the frame body FRB described later is arranged.

The upper spacer SPS100 has substantially the same shape as the upper part of the frame FRB described later, and the lower spacer SPS110 has substantially the same shape as the lower part of the frame FRB. The upper spacer SPS100 and the lower spacer SPS110 are attached to the game board screen body PSP so as to be separated from each other. By arranging the upper spacer SPS100 and the lower spacer SPS110 so as to be separated from each other in this way, it is possible to secure an area for projecting the image light emitted from the projector PR in the screen body PSP for the game board. By irradiating the screen body PSP for the game board with the image light emitted from the projector PR, the image can be accurately formed on the screen body PSP for the game board. Further, by making the upper spacer SPS100 and the lower spacer SPS110 into a shape and a size corresponding to the holding member FRB120 of the frame body FRB, the entire game board 2 can be made lighter and easier to handle.

In the above-described example, as the spacer SPS, as shown in FIGS. 62A and 62B, the spacer SPS is attached to the back side of the screen body PSP for the game board, but the front surface of the game area forming plate PRP (game area). It may be attached to the side), attached between the game area forming plate PRP and the game board screen body PSP, or may be attached by sandwiching the game area forming plate PRP and the game board screen body PSP to add thickness. The spacer SPS may be any one that can add the thickness of the game board 2.

<Frame FRB>
As shown in FIG. 60, the frame FRB has a substantially rectangular contour as a whole, and a through hole FRB100 is formed. The upper part of the through hole FRB100 has a substantially semicircular shape, and the lower part has a substantially rectangular shape. The game area of the game area forming plate PRP is arranged through the through hole FRB100, and the game area is made visible to the player. An operation panel 3 is provided at the lower part on the front surface side of the frame FRB (see FIGS. 39 and 57).

Both the left end and the right end of the back surface of the frame FRB are provided with mounting brackets FRB110R and FRB110L that are long and have an L-shaped cross section (see FIGS. 59, 60, and 61). The game board 2 is arranged between the mounting bracket FRB110R and the mounting bracket FRB110L, and the game board 2 is held by the frame FRB so as to be sandwiched between the mounting bracket FRB110R and the mounting bracket FRB110L.

<Holding member FRB120>
As shown in FIGS. 59 and 61, the holding member FRB 120 is rotatably attached to each of the left and right upper and lower parts of the back surface of the frame body FRB. The two upper holding members FRB120 can come into contact with the upper spacer SPS100, and the two lower holding members FRB120 can come into contact with the lower spacer SPS110. The game board 2 is attached to the frame FRB by these four holding members FRB 120.

<Design winning detection device RDD>
As shown in FIGS. 58 and 59, the symbol winning detection device RDD is attached to the back surface of the lower spacer SPS110. The symbol winning detection device RDD detects a game ball that has entered the symbol entry ports 13a, 13b, ... The symbol winning detection device RDD has a sensor that detects the passage of the game ball for each of the symbol entry ports 13a, 13b ..., And whether or not the game ball has entered the symbol entry ports 13a, 13b ... Can be detected. In addition, the symbol winning detection device RDD also detects entry into the special entry opening operating gate 12, the special entry opening 11, and the symbol entry opening 13X.

<Nail hole (through hole PRP130 and through hole PSP130)>
As shown in FIG. 63, a through hole PRP 130 for planting a nail PNL is formed in the game area forming plate PRP. In FIG. 39, the nail PNL is omitted. The diameter of the through hole PRP130 is formed to be smaller than the diameter of the nail PNL. The nail PNL is planted in a state where it is driven halfway through the through hole PRP130. The through holes PRP 130 are formed at a plurality of positions in which the nail PNL is planted in the game area. By fitting the nail PNL into the through hole PRP 130, the nail PNL can be planted in the game area forming plate PRP.

Further, a through hole PSP 130 is also formed in the screen body PSP for the game board. The diameter of the through hole PSP130 is formed to be larger than the diameter of the through hole PRP130. For example, the diameter of the through hole PSP130 is approximately 0.3 mm thicker than the diameter of the through hole PRP130. The position of the through hole PSP 130 formed in the screen body PSP for the game board corresponds to the position of the through hole PRP 130 formed in the game area forming plate PRP, and the game area forming plate PRP and the screen body PSP for the game board However, when they are arranged so as to be stacked as the game board 2, the through holes PRP130 and the through holes PSP130 communicate with each other.

When a game is being played on a sparrow ball game machine, the game ball collides with the nail PNL in order to roll the game ball. For this reason, the nail PNL is constantly impacted, and the nail PNL is gradually damaged by the impact and may eventually break. Therefore, when the nail PNL is broken, it is necessary to remove the broken nail PNL from the game board 2 in order to replace it with a new nail PNL. Although it depends on the broken position, the remaining part of the broken nail PNL is usually struck and pushed to remove it. As described above, the diameter of the through hole PSP 130 is formed to be larger than the diameter of the through hole PRP 130, and by tapping and pushing the nail PNL, the entire nail PNL is displaced to the through hole PSP 130 and reaches the through hole PSP 130. By allowing the nail PNL to separate from the game area forming plate PRP, the broken nail PNL can be easily removed. After this state is set, the nail PNL can be replaced by planting a new nail PNL in the through hole PRP 130 of the game area forming plate PRP.

(summary)
The following concepts can be extracted (listed) based on the configurations shown in the above examples. However, the concepts listed below are just examples, and not only the combination and separation (superimposition) of these listed concepts, but also the concepts based on the further configuration shown in the above examples are added to these concepts. You may.

The gaming machine according to this aspect (1) is
Projectors that emit video light (for example, projector PR, which will be described later),
A game board (for example, a game board 2 described later) arranged at a position separated from the projector is provided.
The game board
A first plate-like body (for example, a game area forming plate PRP described later) in which a game area is formed and has a first light transmittance, and
A second plate that is arranged so as to overlap at least a part of the first plate-like body, has a second light transmittance different from the first light transmittance, and forms an image by irradiation with the image light. It is a gaming machine characterized by having a plate-shaped body (for example, a screen body PSP for a game board described later).

In addition, the gaming machine according to this aspect (1) is
The first plate-like body has a first surface on which the game region is formed (for example, the front surface of the game region forming plate PRP described later) and a second surface formed on the back side of the first surface. (For example, the back surface of the game area forming plate PRP described later) and
A nail protruding from the game area (for example, a nail PNL described later) is provided in the game area.
The game board is characterized in that the first surface is arranged so as to face forward.

Further, the gaming machine according to the present aspect (1) is
The first plate-shaped body and the second plate-shaped body are formed with holes (for example, through holes PRP130 and through holes PSP130, which will be described later) that communicate with each other at positions where the nails are provided.
The hole formed in the second plate-shaped body is characterized in that it is larger than the hole formed in the first plate-shaped body.

Furthermore, the gaming machine according to this aspect (1) is
The game board has a third light transmittance lower than the first light transmittance and the second light transmittance between the first plate-shaped body and the second plate-shaped body. It is characterized by further having a plate-like body (for example, a smoke sheet SSP described later).

In addition, the gaming machine according to this aspect (1) is
A thickness adjusting body having a predetermined thickness, which is provided so as to overlap with at least a part of the first plate-shaped body or the second plate-shaped body and imparts thickness to the game board (for example, a thickness adjusting body). It is characterized by further including a spacer SPSP, which will be described later).

The gaming machine according to this aspect (2) is
Projectors that emit video light (for example, projector PR, which will be described later),
A game board (for example, a game board 2 described later), which is arranged at a position away from the projector and in which an image is formed by irradiation with the image light, is provided.
The image includes an image showing an accessory having a light emitting body arranged at a predetermined position on the game board.
The game board
A first region having a first translucency and a second region having a second translucency higher than the first translucency (pseudo-illuminant part PRP120) are provided. Have and
The gaming machine is characterized in that an image showing the light emitting body is positioned in the second region.

The gaming machine according to this aspect (3) is
Projectors that emit video light (for example, projector PR, which will be described later),
A screen body (for example, a screen body SB described later) that is arranged at a position away from the projector and forms an image by being irradiated with the image light, and a screen body (for example, a screen body SB described later).
At least two movable bodies (for example, a movable member VB (movable plate VPR and a movable plate VPL) described later, which are movably arranged toward a video light passing region through which the video light passes from the projector to the screen body. )etc,
A visual opening (for example, opening RE102 described later) formed so that the screen body can be visually recognized by a player is provided.
The at least two movable bodies
When they approach each other, they are placed in the first position (for example, the appearance position described later).
When they are separated from each other, they are arranged at a second position (for example, a retracted position described later) different from the first position.
The at least two movable bodies are easier to see through the viewing opening when they are placed in the first position than when they are placed in the second position.
The second position is a gaming machine characterized in that the at least two movable bodies are arranged in a region different from the video light passing region.

In addition, the gaming machine according to this aspect (3) is
The at least two movable bodies are arranged side by side in the first position.

Further, the gaming machine according to the present aspect (3) is
A light guide plate (for example, described later) having an incident portion (for example, an incident end face described later) on which light is incident and an exit portion (for example, a light emitting pattern described later) on which the incident light is propagated and emitted. Further equipped with a light guide plate LG, etc.)
When the at least two movable bodies are arranged next to each other, an adjacent region in which the at least two movable bodies are adjacent to each other is formed.
The light guide plate is arranged in the region between the at least two movable bodies and the visual opening.
The emitting portion is characterized in that it is arranged at a position in front of the adjacent region on the light guide plate.

The gaming machine according to this aspect (4) is
Projectors that emit video light (for example, projector PR, which will be described later),
A screen body (for example, a screen body SB described later) that is arranged at a position away from the projector and forms an image by irradiation with the image light, and a screen body (for example, a screen body SB described later).
A movable body (for example, a movable member VB (movable plate VPR and a movable plate VPL) described later) and a movable body (for example, a movable plate VPR and a movable plate VPL) described later, which are arranged so that the image light can move toward a region between the projector and the screen body.
A light source that illuminates the movable body (for example, an LED for a movable member described later) and
A control device (for example, a sub-control board S described later) for executing an effect by controlling an image formed on the screen body and controlling the operation of the movable body is provided.
As a specific effect, the control device turns off the light source when the video light is emitted from the projector, and turns on the light source when the video light is not emitted from the projector (for example, FIG. 34 described later). Processing etc.)
It is a gaming machine characterized by this.

In addition, the gaming machine according to this aspect (4) is
A visual opening (for example, opening RE102 described later) formed so that the screen body and the movable body can be visually recognized by a player is further provided.
A first covering member having a first light transmittance and covering the visual opening,
It is characterized by having a second covering member (for example, a smoke sheet described later) having the second light transmittance lower than the first light transmittance and covering the visual opening. ..

The gaming machine according to this aspect (5) is
Projectors that emit video light (for example, projector PR, which will be described later),
A first screen body (for example, a main screen MS described later) which is arranged at a position away from the projector and an image is formed by irradiation with the image light, and
A second screen body (for example, a small screen DS described later) that is separated from the projector and is arranged at a position different from that of the first screen body and an image is formed by irradiation with the image light.
The first screen body and the second screen body are provided with a visual opening formed so as to be visible to the player.
When the second screen body is arranged at the first position (for example, the appearance position DAP described later), the image light passes through both the first screen body and the second screen body. An image is formed in both the first screen body and the second screen body, which is included in the image light passing region.
When the second screen body is arranged at a second position different from the first position (for example, the retracted position DEP described later), the first screen body is located in the image light passing region. The second screen body is a gaming machine characterized in that it is located in a region different from the video light passing region.

In addition, the gaming machine according to this aspect (5) is
In a state where an image is formed on both the first screen body and the second screen body, the visibility of the image formed on the first screen body is on the second screen body. It is characterized in that it is higher than the visibility of the formed image.

Further, the gaming machine according to the present aspect (5) is
The imaging position of the image light emitted from the projector is the screen body of either the first screen body or the second screen body, and the image light emitted from the projector is combined. It is characterized in that an image is formed on a screen body located at an image position as an image.

The gaming machine according to this aspect (6) is
A game board on which a game area is formed (for example, a game board D35 described later) and
It is provided with an effect device (for example, an effect device unit RE described later) arranged at a position close to the game board.
The production device is
Projectors that emit video light (for example, projector PR, which will be described later),
It has a screen body (for example, a screen body SB described later) that is arranged at a position away from the projector and an image is formed by irradiation with the image light.
The gaming machine is characterized in that a starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, which will be described later) is provided in a game area located between the center of the game board and the effect device.

In addition, the gaming machine according to this aspect (6) is
The effect device has a visual opening (for example, an opening RE102 described later) formed so that the screen body can be visually recognized by a player.
The game board is characterized by having an instruction member for guiding the line of sight (for example, a guidance lamp GUD described later) for guiding the line of sight of the player to the opening for viewing.

Further, the gaming machine according to the present aspect (6) is
The game board is characterized in that the game area has a retention member (for example, a retention member RTM described later) formed with a guide path for guiding the game ball along a predetermined path.

The gaming machine according to this aspect (7) is
Projectors that emit video light (for example, projector PR, which will be described later),
A first screen body (for example, a main screen MS described later) which is arranged at a position away from the projector and an image is formed by irradiation with the image light, and
A second screen body (for example, a small screen DS described later) that is separated from the projector and is arranged at a position different from that of the first screen body and an image is formed by irradiation with the image light.
The first screen body and the second screen body are provided with a visual opening formed so as to be visible to the player.
The first screen body emits the irradiated image light in the first reflection mode.
The second screen body emits the irradiated image light in a second reflection mode different from the first reflection mode (for example, a low-resolution image or an optical sheet described later).
It is a gaming machine characterized by this.

In addition, the gaming machine according to this aspect (7) is
The first screen body and the second screen body are included in the image light passing region through which the image light passes.
The first screen body is characterized in that it is arranged at a position overlapping a part of the second screen body in the image light passing region.

Further, the gaming machine according to the present aspect (7) is
A part of the image formed by the irradiation of the image light is formed on the first screen body, and the remaining image is formed on the second screen body.

In the above, the pachinko game machine and the sparrow ball game machine have been illustrated as the game machines, but they can be applied to various game models such as a rotating body type game machine, a game machine, and a casino machine.

M main control board,
MN11ta-A 1st main game win / fail lottery table, MN11ta-B 2nd main game win / fail lottery table MN11ta-H Auxiliary game win / fail lottery table, MN41ta-A 1st main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B 2nd Main game symbol determination lottery table, MN41ta-H Auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN51ta-A 1st main game variation mode determination lottery table, MN51ta-B 2nd main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-H Auxiliary game Lottery table for determining variation mode, MP11t-C 1st and 2nd main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H Auxiliary game symbol variation management timer, MP22t-B 2nd main game start port Electric accessory opening timer MP32ta Special game Content reference table, MP33c winning ball counter MP34t special game timer, MP52c time reduction counter MT10 command transmission buffer A 1st main game peripheral device, A10 1st main game start port A11s 1st main game start port entry detection device, A20 1st main game symbol display device A21g 1st main game symbol display unit, A21h 1st main game symbol hold display unit B 2nd main game peripheral device, B10 2nd main game start port B11s 2nd main game start port entry ball Detection device, B11d 2nd main game start port Electric accessory B20 2nd main game symbol display device, B21g 2nd main game symbol display unit B21h 2nd main game symbol hold display unit C 1st and 2nd main game shared peripheral devices , C10 Grand prize opening C11s Grand prize opening prize detection device, C11d Grand prize opening electric accessory C20 2nd big winning opening, C21s 2nd big winning opening winning detection device C21d 2nd big winning opening electric accessory, D30 Game area HH Auxiliary game peripheral device, H10 Auxiliary game start port H11s Auxiliary game start port entry ball detection device, H20 Auxiliary game symbol display device H21g Auxiliary game symbol display unit, H21h Auxiliary game symbol hold display unit S Sub-control board, SM effect display control means (Sub-main control board)
SM21ta drawing fluctuation content determination lottery table, SM21t drawing fluctuation time management timer SM25ta effect content determination table SG10 display area, SG11 decorative symbol display area SG12 1st hold display section, SG13 2nd hold display section SBs sub-input button input detection Equipment KH prize ball payout control board, KE prize ball payout device, KE10 payout unit D16 transparent plate, KT prize ball tank, KR prize ball rail KH prize ball payout control board, EA power switch DD42 launcher, EE power supply unit, DD40 Launch control board P Revolving game machine, DU front door (door)
D Door board, D10s Input reception sensor D20s 1st input sensor, D30s 2nd input sensor D40 Stop button, D41 Left stop button D42 Middle stop button, D43 Right stop button D50 Start lever, D60 Settlement button D70 Display panel, D80 Door switch D90 coin shooter, D100 blocker D130 upper panel, D140 lower panel, D110 middle panel D150 decorative lamp unit, D160 reel window D170 medal slot, D180 operation status indicator, D190 console D200 credit count indicator, D210 insert count indicator D220 bet button, D230 medal tray D240 outlet, D250 special game status display device D260 keyhole, D270 payout number display device (push order display device)
D280 AT counter value display device M main control board, M10 setting door switch M20 setting key switch, M30 setting / reset button C main control chip, SC sub control chip, M50 reel M51 left reel, M52 middle reel M53 right reel, M60 AT Counter M70 Game interval minimum timer S Sub-control board, S10 Decorative lamp (LED lamp)
S20 speaker, S30 screen backlight SG effect display device, SC sub-control chip E power supply board, E10 power switch H medal payout device, H10s first payout sensor H20s second payout sensor, H40 hopper H50 disc, H50a disc rotation axis H60 Game medal exit, H70 discharge urging means H80 hopper motor K screen, K10 screen motor K20 screen sensor, IN relay board RE effect device, RE102 opening, RE104 cover, RE114 decorative member PR projector, LG light guide plate MS main screen, CS curved screen, DS small screen MD main screen drive unit, DD small screen drive unit VPL, VPR movable plate, VD movable member drive unit 1000 Main control board, 1100 Communication control means 1101 Input signal receiving means 1102 Information Transmission means 1200 Medal management means, 1201 Medal information temporary storage means 1300 Game start determination means 1900 Game control means 1902 Self-play control means, 1902a Self-playing game ball supply control means 1902b Remaining ball count counter, 1903 Combination number 1904 Calculation means, 1904a Number of winning medals by Agari role Table 1905 Game end control means, 1906 Special game control means 1906A Special game game count counter A, 1906B Special game game count counter B
1906C Special game game counter C, 1906D Special game game counter D
1907 Distribution control means, 1907t Distribution determination table 2100 Game state temporary storage means 2101 Flag temporary storage means 2102 Game ball number temporary storage means 2103 Tehai information temporary storage means 2103a Tehai information temporary storage means 2110 Agari information temporary Storage means 2110a Agari role Temporary storage means 2110b Number of acquired medals Temporary storage means 2111 Special game-related information temporary storage means 2200 Payout control means 2300 Game-related information storage means 2500 Information transmission / reception control means 3000 Sub-control board, 3100 Display control means 3110 Arrangement display control means, 3120 Self-made display control means 3140 Notice effect display control means, 3160 Display-related information temporary storage means 3200 Information transmission / reception control means 10 First effect display device 16 Second effect display device 4000 Medal payout device 36 Main display Device 19a Decision button 19b Cross key 11 Special entry port 12 Special entry port operation gates 13a, 13b ... Design entry button 18 BET button 25 Medal payout button PRP game area forming plate, PSP screen body for game board ESB production Display screen body, PRP120 Pseudo-illuminator SSP Smoke sheet SPS100 Upper spacer, SPS110 Lower spacer PRP130 through hole, PSP130 through hole

Claims (1)

A projector that emits image light and
A screen body that is arranged at a position away from the projector and an image is formed by being irradiated with the image light, and a screen body.
At least two movable bodies arranged so as to be movable toward a video light passing region through which the video light passes from the projector to the screen body.
The screen body is provided with a visual opening formed so as to be visible to the player.
The at least two movable bodies
When they get close to each other, they are placed in the first position,
When they are separated from each other, they are placed in a second position different from the first position.
The at least two movable bodies are easier to see through the viewing opening when they are placed in the first position than when they are placed in the second position.
It said second position, Ri said position der disposed in a region different from the at least two movable bodies the image light passing areas,
The at least two movable bodies are arranged next to each other in the first position.
Further provided with a light guide plate having an incident portion on which light is incident and an exit portion on which the incident light is propagated and emitted.
When the at least two movable bodies are arranged next to each other, an adjacent region in which the at least two movable bodies are adjacent to each other is formed.
The light guide plate is arranged in the region between the at least two movable bodies and the visual opening.
A gaming machine characterized in that the emitting portion is arranged at a position in front of the adjacent region on the light guide plate.

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