JPS62254786A - Body rotating type game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

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Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [Industrial Field of Application] The present invention relates to a rotary game machine typified by a slot machine. More specifically, it relates to a rotary game machine that allows you to play more interestingly.

[Prior Art] A rotary game machine such as a slot machine usually uses three pattern reels, each of which has a large number of symbols on its circumferential surface, and rotates them. When the player presses the stop button, each symbol reel is stopped at random, a prize is determined according to the combination of symbols on a predetermined winning line, and if a prize is won, a predetermined number of medals are awarded. It is a game machine that pays out.

Figures 8 and 9 show such a conventional rotary game machine (Z).
A schematic front view of the game machine, a winning line on the front panel Q1, a symbol reel seen from the reel window, etc. are shown.

The rotary game machine (Z) is also called a slot machine, and has a box-shaped housing, inside which are three picture patterns (1), (2), (
3) and a motor and other control equipment for rotating them.

It should be noted that, on each of the outer circumferential surfaces of the respective symbol reels (1), (2), and (3), 21 symbols of, for example, 7 types are displayed in a random arrangement order. In addition, the front panel at the top of the front (211) has pattern reels (1), (2), (3).
a start switch (to) for rotating each symbol reel (1), (2>, (3)) of a reel window through which a player can see the symbols; a start switch (to) for rotating each symbol reel (1), (2>, (3)); (
Stop button 01) for individually stopping the rotation of 3)
, (121, (G), a medal slot (g), a line indicator for displaying the position and number of winning lines, etc. are provided.

In this gaming machine (Z), five winning lines are prepared corresponding to the three rows of symbols on each symbol reel (1), (2), and (3) that appear on the reel window Ω, and from among them, A predetermined position and number of winning lines are mechanically selected depending on the number of medals inserted. In other words, if the number of medals inserted by the player into the medal slot (g) is one, only the center line (1) will appear, and if the number of medals inserted by the player is two, the lines above and below the center line (I) will appear (na). , (n b) are added, and in the case of three lines, the diagonal lines (Ha) and (mb) are added to five lines,
Each line is set in advance to be a winning line.

In games on such conventional gaming machines (z), one, three, or five winning lines are selected depending on the number of medals that the player inserts into the medal slot (g), and The indicated line indicator lights up, and the player is informed of the position and number of winning lines. Then, the player presses the start switch (to) and each symbol reel (1),
The game starts when you rotate (2) and (3). After that, as shown in the m10 diagram, press the stop button 0.
If you press 1), 02), and 0 in any order, (20
1), each symbol reel (1), (2), (3) stops rotating, and when all symbol reels (1), (2), (3) stop (202), on the above entry prize line Winning is determined based on the combination of stopped symbols (203). If you win a prize, a predetermined number of medals will be paid out (204).
(Hereinafter, this game will be referred to as the normal game).

By the way, the rotational speed of each of the pattern reels (1), (2), and (3) is such that it is difficult to clearly read the patterns on the outer circumferential surface, and in most cases, the player presses the stop button O.
n, 02), (13) at random, but you can aim to some extent and stop the symbol reels (1), (2), and (3) at the desired stopping position. The rotary game machine (Z) is a game machine that moderately stimulates the player's shooting spirit and allows him to play interesting games.

In addition to the above-mentioned normal game, this conventional gaming machine (Z) is also capable of playing a continuous role-playing game that is played using a single pattern reel, in order to further increase the fun of the game. The continuous yakuza game is also generally referred to as a small bonus game, in which the symbol reels are rotated and then stopped one by one until one of the symbol reels stops at a symbol that specifies a continuous yakuza object. For example, it is a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out.

Such a continuous accessory game can be played by operating a built-in continuous accessory device when a specific winning combination among the winning combinations of the normal game is achieved. Furthermore, some machines are equipped with a continuous accessory increasing device that allows a so-called large bonus game that increases the number of games of the consecutive accessory game itself, and is designed to further arouse interest in the game.

[Problems to be Solved by the Invention] In the conventional game machine (Z), the stop position of the symbol reel is a combination of the element of chance and the element of the player's technique of aiming and pressing the stop button. It is widely used as a game machine that allows you to play very fun games.

However, the inventor of the present invention has been conducting intensive research on game machines that can play even more interesting games, and has discovered that when a specific winning combination is won in a regular game, 1. We have found that if we provide a chance to play the game (hereinafter referred to as a subgame), we can make the game even more interesting.

The present invention provides a new rotary game machine completed based on this knowledge.

[Means for solving problems] The rotary game machine of the present invention will be explained based on diagram Ti1.

The present invention provides at least three pattern reels (1), (2), (3) in which an appropriate number of different types of patterns are displayed on the (ω circumferential surface).
In order to rotate the symbol reels (1), (2), and (3), first drive devices (5) and (1) are provided on each of the symbol reels (1), (2), and (3), respectively. (b) a rotating body (81) with an appropriate number of different symbols displayed on its surface; and a second drive device (84) for rotating the rotating body (81); ), and (c) a first drive device (5), (6), (7).
), the first stopping means (+1), (+2), ■ which individually gives a stop signal to each of them by human operation, and (d) each symbol reel (1), (2), when the rotation is stopped. (
3) Determine whether or not there is a prize based on the detection signal of 0θ, (to) of the first detection device that detects the stop position, and (e) the detection signal of the first detection device 6, (g), helmet. (t) a second stop means (b) that sends a stop signal to the second drive device (84); (g) a rotation +h) a second detection device (87) that detects the stop position of the rotating body (81) when the rotating body (81) is stopped; (3
2), and hopper driving means (33) for driving a hopper to pay out payout medals when a signal from the normal game determining means (31) or a signal from the sub-game determining means (32) is input. It is characterized by the fact that it is equipped with

The rotating body (8■) may be of any type as long as it has symbols such as numbers or designs displayed on its surface; for example, it may be a disc with numbers or designs displayed on its surface in a circumferential manner,
Reels with numbers and designs displayed on the outside are used. The width of the second stop means a may be manually operated or may be automatically operated.

[Function] In the present invention, the three pattern reels (1), (2), and (3) are rotated by the first drive devices (5), (6), and (7).

After starting the rotation, the first stopping means (It), (12),
When 0 is manually operated, the three symbol reels (1), (2), and (3) stop at the rotational position corresponding to the time of the operation.

When symbol reels (1), (2), and (3) stop,
The stop position of each rotation is determined by the first detection device (to)
, 07).

As described above, when one normal game ends, the normal game determining means (31) determines that the first detection device 09.
Based on the stop signal from 08%07), each symbol reel (
It is determined whether the stopped symbols 1), (2), and (3) are combinations related to winning, and in the case of a specific winning, a start signal for the sub-game is issued.

The sub-game starts when the rotating body (81) starts rotating in response to the start signal. The rotation of the rotating body (81) is stopped by the operation of the second stopping means 04), and whether or not the symbol displayed at the time of stopping is a winning combination is determined by the sub-game determining means (32). If a normal prize is won in the normal game, the hopper driving means (33) is activated at that point, payout medals are paid out, and one game ends without moving to the sub-game.

If a specific prize is won in the normal game, the payout medals of the normal game are paid out and the game moves to the sub-game.

When a prize is won even in the sub-game, the continuous bonus device and the consecutive bonus device increase at that point, and the player can enjoy the small bonus game and the large bonus game. If no prize is won in the normal game, one game ends without paying out the dividend medals, and even if no prize is won in the sub-game, the game ends and the original state returns.

[Example] Next, the present invention will be explained in detail.

FIG. 1 is a functional explanatory diagram of the present invention, FIG. 2a is a front panel of a rotary gaming machine according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention, and FIG.
Figure d is a front view of the main parts of the disk that constitutes the rotating body, Figure 3 is an electric circuit diagram of the first embodiment, Figure 4 is a flowchart showing the game contents of the first embodiment, and Figure 5 is the game of the second embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the contents of the game according to the third embodiment, and FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram of the sub-reel, which is a rotating body, according to the fourth embodiment.

Embodiment 1 In FIG. 2a, (2'D is the front panel of the slot machine according to this embodiment. The front panel (211
There are three reel windows in the center, from which you can see the symbol reels (1), (2), and
You can see the three lines of pictures in (3).

In the pattern reels (1), (2), and (3), for example, 21 patterns of seven types are displayed on the outer peripheral surface in pieces provided at equal pitches. Such symbol reels (1), (
2) and (3) are supported by a mounting frame inside the main body, and stepping motors (5), (6), (swords) constituting the first drive device are connected to their respective rotating shafts. Note that as the first drive device, a control motor such as a DC motor or an AC motor can also be used. (1)
, (Ila), (n b), (II[a), (m b)
are winning lines, and their line designation lines are displayed on the reel window n.

Further, a disk (81) which is a rotating body for a sub-game is provided on the upper part of the front panel (21).

This disk (81) is supported by a mounting frame inside the main body, and a stepping motor (84) constituting a second drive device is connected to its rotating shaft.

Note that as the second drive device, a control motor such as a DC motor or an AC motor can also be used.

As shown in Fig. 2b, the disk (81) has numbers 1 to 12 displayed on the circumferentially divided pieces on the disk surface, and blank pieces are also provided. There is. Also, as shown in Figure 2c, a single circle or a double circle is used instead of a number, and a symbol such as a crown or a foot is used instead of a circle.

A stop mark (71) is provided on the top of the disk (81) to indicate only one number or symbol. The probability of winning in the secondary game is determined by the ratio of winning symbols to the total number of symbols, so depending on the winning probability you set,
It is a good idea to decide on the number of winning symbols. For example, in the case of the disk (81) in Figure 2b, odd numbers (for 6 frames) are prizes for consecutive symbols, even numbers (for 6 frames) are for consecutive prizes, and blanks (for 8 frames) are for consecutive prizes. Assigned to the outskirts.

In addition, in the case of the disk (81) in Fig. 2c, -1ll circle or bt mark (for 6 frames) is a prize of a continuous symbol, a double circle or a crown (for 6 frames) is a prize of a continuous symbol, Blank spaces (eight frames) are allocated to outliers.

In the following explanation, a case will be explained in which the disk (81) shown in FIG. 2b is used, but the disk (81) shown in FIG. 2c should be understood in the same way.

In addition to the above, the front panel Q-Juku also has a payout display 3 (241) to display the number of medals paid out at the time of winning, a medal slot (g) for inserting a predetermined number of medals for each game, and activation of each pattern reel. A start switch (to) for operation, a key associated with each symbol reel (1), (2), (3) for stopping each symbol reel (1), (2), (3). Stop button 01), 0'2J, 0'3, stop button 04) for stopping the disk (81)
etc. are provided.

Next, the electric circuit will be explained based on FIG.

(30) is a microcomputer that controls the entire slot machine. The microcomputer (30) performs comparisons and judgments necessary for the progress of the game based on input signals. A CPU that outputs the results as a control signal, procedures for comparison and judgment in the CPU,
It stores the program that determines the order of execution, etc., as well as the combination data of winning stop symbols and winning stop numbers necessary for winning determination in the normal game and sub-games.
OM, RAM for storing other data, input port (3B) for timing alignment of external and internal signals and selection of input/output signals, output port (35) for outputting control signals, etc. It consists of

Stepping motors (5), (6), and (7) are connected to the output port (35) via a drive circuit (38), and while a pulsed control signal is sent from the CPU, the drive circuit A drive signal is sent from (38) to the stepping motors (5), (6), and (the sword) rotates.

The human power port (36) is connected to the start switch (g), each stop button 01), 02), (to), Q4), position detection sensor old, (g), rib, and medal detector (41), respectively. has been done. Note that the signal line of the start switch M and the signal lines of the stop buttons OI), 02),
) is interposed. The position detection sensor is old, (g),
The surface detects a reset signal section provided at one location on the circumference of each pattern reel (1), (2), and (3), and is made up of a photo sensor, for example, and detects a reset signal section provided on the circumference of each pattern reel (1),
), (2), and (3), one reset signal is generated for each rotation.

The medal detector (41) detects whether medals are inserted into the medal slot (g) and the number of medals,
Microswitches, photosensors, etc. are used.

Further, a stepping motor (84) for rotating the disc (81) is connected between the output port (35) and the input port (ae). The stepping motor (
80 is rotated by a drive signal sent from the drive circuit (39) while a control signal is sent from the CPU. stop button 0
When 4) is pressed, the drive signal from the CPU is stopped and the rotation of the stepping motor (84) is stopped. The position detection sensor (87) is provided at one location on the circumference of the disk (81) to detect a reset signal, and is composed of, for example, a photo sensor, and resets once every rotation of the disk (81). It is designed to emit a signal.

Furthermore, the output port (35) is equipped with a hopper (42) that pays out medals that are paid out when winning a prize, and a symbol reel (1), (2).
), a speaker (43) that plays a melody with a different tone during the rotation of (3) or when winning a prize, and a payout display (24) that displays the number of winning payout medals (for example, 2.5.8.1o115 medals, etc.) However, each drive circuit (
44), (45), and (4G).

In this embodiment, when a player inserts a medal into the medal slot (g) while the power is on, a detection signal is sent from the medal detector (41) to the CPU, and the CPU operates the slot machine. state, and also turn on the speaker (43
) is also sent a drive signal to play a predetermined melody.

When the player presses the start switch n in this state, the start signal is taken into the CPU, and the CPU simultaneously issues drive signals to the stepping motors (5), (6), and (7), and the pattern reels ( 1), (2), and (3) start rotating simultaneously. After this, the player presses each stop button 01)
, (+2), and 0, a stop signal is taken into the CPU, the drive signal from the CPU is immediately stopped, and the rotation of the pattern reels (1), (2, and (3)) is stopped.

Note that the stepping motors (5), (6), and (71) rotate in quick response to the drive signal, so when the player presses a button, they stop almost instantaneously. Freely select the order and time interval for pressing the stop button (II), 02) and Q3, and press each symbol reel (1), (
2) and (3) can be tried to stop at the desired position.

Normal game determining means (31) and sub game determining means (
32) is realized by software processing by the microcomputer (30).

The winning determination for the normal game is performed as follows. C
PU is the position detection sensor, (to), from the time when the last reset signal is input from among the reset signals input every rotation of each symbol reel (1), (2), (3) from the rib. , a stop signal is input to each stepping motor (5)
, (6), and (7) until the transmission of the drive signal is stopped. Since the number of drive signal pulses required to rotate one frame of the symbols appearing on each symbol reel (1), (2), and (3) is known in advance, each symbol is It is determined which frame of reels (1), (2), and (3) appears and stops in the reel window. In order to determine winning, several combinations of symbols related to winning are stored in a predetermined area of the ROM.

CPU uses the count pulse number as an index, and the RO
Compare the information in M. If the comparison results match, it means a prize, and the type of prize is also determined.

In the CPH, the winning determination of the sub-game is made based on the reset signal from the position detection sensor (87), in the same manner as in the case of the symbol reels (1), (2), and (3). It is determined whether or not a prize has been won by detecting the stop number and comparing it with the winning combination in the ROM.

After the judgment of the normal game and the judgment of the sub-game, the CPU
When a drive signal is issued toward the hopper, the hopper is thereby driven and medals are dispensed.

The content of the game in the above embodiment will be explained based on FIG. 4.

When the power is on, the player inserts the medal into the medal slot (g).
When you press the start switch η, the symbol reel (1
), (2), and (3) start rotating (101), and the game starts. After that, the player presses the stop button 01),
(+2), Q3 ff1l: Press L tee (102
), the symbol reels (1), (2, and (3)) stop at the positions corresponding to the respective button operations (103). At this point, a winning determination is made (104), and if there is no winning, the game ends. It becomes over.

In the embodiment shown in FIG. 4, the winnings that were considered to be consecutive winnings and increasing consecutive winnings in conventional game machines are removed from the normal game, and when a specific winning occurs, the game is transferred to the sub-game, and the continuous winnings are transferred to the sub-game in the sub-game. The game allows you to win prizes such as objects and continuous bonuses. If such a particular prize is won, the disc (
81) begins to rotate (1θ5), and the sub-game begins. In this embodiment, the payout of the particular winning payout medal (toll) is made after the start of the sub-game, but of course the payout may also be made before the start of the sub-game, that is, immediately after the end of the normal game. good. When the player presses the "stop button 0" (107), the disk (81) stops rotating. If the stop number at this time is an even number, the microcomputer ■ will determine that you have won a consecutive accessory increase (large bonus), if it is an odd number, you have won a consecutive accessory (d) bonus), and if it is blank, you have lost. (108).

If you do not win any prizes in the sub-game, the game will be over immediately, but if you win, the continuous bonus device or continuous bonus device will work, and the next bonus game (109) or big bonus game ( 110) can be enjoyed.

As described above, in this embodiment, the steps (
In addition to the normal game from step 101) to step (104), the sub-game from step (LQ5) to step (110) can be executed, making it possible to play a very enjoyable game.

Example 2 This example will be explained based on FIG. 5. Note that the normal game part is not shown in this figure because it is the same as in the first embodiment, and only the part after step (lQ4) in FIG. 4 is shown.

In this example, winnings of consecutive bonuses (d) bonus) are left in the normal game, and consecutive bonuses are increased (large bonus).
Only the winnings can be won in the secondary game. In other words, the winning symbols with continuous increase in role objects are removed from the symbol reels (1) and (al(3)).

In this embodiment, the disk (81
) is preferred. In this disc (81), a suitable number of specific numbers, such as "7", are displayed in pieces circumferentially divided on the board surface, and blank pieces are also provided. If a piece with a number displayed stops at the position of the stop mark (71), it is a win, and if a blank piece stops, it is a loss. Note that a crown pattern or the like may be displayed instead of the numbers. In the case of this disc, the probability of winning in the secondary game is 50%.

In step (104), the winning of the regular game is determined, and if a predetermined prize is won, the disc (81
) rotates (105), a sub-game starts, and at the same time, medals as prize winnings are paid out (106). Next, when the player presses the stop button 04) (107), the disc (
81) stops rotating, and the microcomputer ■ determines the winning of the sub-game based on the combination of stopped numbers (10g). If the player wins as a result of the determination, the big bonus game can be played (109). If you miss, the game is over.

Incidentally, if it is determined in step (104) in the normal game that the consecutive pitches have won, the winning dividend medals are paid out (100), and then a small bonus game can be executed (109).

Example 3 This example will be explained based on FIG. 6. Note that the normal game part is not shown in this figure because it is the same as in the first embodiment, and only the part after step (104) in FIG. 4 is shown.

In this embodiment, the winnings for continuous pitching increase (large bonus) are left in the normal game, and the winnings for continuous pitching (d) bonus) are left in the regular game.
Only the winnings are made to be guessed in a secondary game. That is, the winning symbols of consecutive throws are removed from the symbol reels (1), (2), and (3). In this embodiment, the disk (81) shown in FIG. 2d is suitable, but the display symbol is preferably a star symbol, for example. However, it may also be a display of a specific number.

A winning determination is made in step (104a), and if a predetermined prize is won, the disk (81) rotates (105) and a sub-game starts, and at the same time medals as prize winnings are paid out (108). Next, when the player presses the stop button attt, the rotation of the disk (81) stops,
From the combination of stop numbers by the microcomputer ■,
A prize determination for the sub-game is made (IH). As a result of the judgment,
If you win, you can play a small bonus game (11G)
. If you miss, the game is over. In addition, if the judgment of step (104) in the normal game is that the winning of continuous pitch increase is correct, the winning dividend medal will be paid out (
111) After that, you can play the big bonus game (112
).

Example 4 This example will be explained based on FIG. In this embodiment, a reel (hereinafter referred to as a sub-reel (82)) is used as a rotating body of a sub-game means.
) is used. The sub reel (82) has almost the same structure as the symbol reels (1), (2), and (3), but may be smaller than them. Symbols such as numbers and patterns are displayed on the circumferential surface, and some of them appear in the reel window (72).

In this embodiment, when a predetermined winning symbol stops at the position of a stop mark (73) provided beside the reel window (72), it is determined that the winning symbol is won.

Embodiment 5 In each of the embodiments described above, the transmission of control signals to the disc (81), sub-reel (82), etc. is stopped by a single stop button 04) shown in FIG. However, a stop button may not be provided at all, and a stop signal may be automatically generated after a certain period of time (for example, 2 to 3 seconds) has elapsed.

Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described below, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments, and various modifications can be made without departing from the spirit thereof.

[Effects of the Invention] According to the present invention, when a player wins a prize in a regular game, he or she not only receives the winning dividend but also plays a sub-game, so that the player can enjoy an interesting game.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

Fig. 1 is a functional explanatory diagram of the present invention, Fig. 2a is a front view of the front panel of a rotary game machine according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention, and Figs. 2b to 2d are front views of main parts of the disk constituting the rotating body. 3 is an electric circuit diagram of the first embodiment, FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing the game content of the first embodiment, FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the game content of the second embodiment, and FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the game content of the third embodiment. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram of the sub-reel, which is a rotating body of the fourth embodiment, FIGS. 8 and 9 are explanatory diagrams of a conventional game machine, and FIG. 1θ is a flowchart showing the conventional game contents. be. (Main symbols in the drawing) (1), (2), (3): Picture reel (5), (6), (711 (84) Varnish chipping motor Go) Nistart switch 01), 0ri, 0.04 ): Stop button 6, (To), (
2), (87): Position detection sensor (aO): Microcomputer (31); Normal game determination means (32): Ull game determination means (33): Hopper drive means (41): Medal detector (42): Hopper (81): Disc (82): Sub-reel Patent applicant Tokyo Pubco Co., Ltd. Haka 1 person. 21 Figure 77 Figure 5 Figure 4; P6 Figure 1 22 22 Procedures Book City - Rossibetsu (spontaneous) 1985 6JJT Day 1 Display of the incident 1986 Patent Application No. 97650 2 Name of the invention Rotary game Person who makes amendments to machine 3 Relationship with s9 cases Patent applicant address 3-11-3 Mukaino, Habikino-shi, Osaka Name Tokyo Pubco Co., Ltd. Representative Furuji 1) Shuji and 1 other 4 agents Address 540 NS Building, 2-37 Tanimachi, Higashi-ku, Osaka Name (8522) Patent Attorney Sota Asahina ゛5 Subject of amendment (1) Contents of correction in column 6 of “Detailed explanation of the invention” of the specification (1) Page 14 of the specification "Continuous accessory" in line 8 is corrected to "Continuous accessory increase."that's all

Claims (1)

[Scope of Claims] 1 (a) At least three pattern reels on which a suitable number of different types of patterns are displayed on a circumferential surface, and a device provided on each pattern reel for rotating the pattern reels. (b) a rotating body with an appropriate number of different symbols displayed on its surface;
a second drive device for rotating the rotary body; (c) a first stop means that individually gives a stop signal to each of the first drive devices by human operation; and (d) rotation. a first detection device that detects the stop position of each symbol reel when the symbol reel is stopped; (e) determines whether or not there is a winning combination based on the detection signal of the first detection device; (f) a second stop means for giving a stop signal to the second drive device; and (g) a second detection device for detecting the stop position of the rotating body when the rotation is stopped. (h) a sub-game determining means for determining whether or not there is a winning based on the detection signal of the second detection device; (i) when the signal of the normal game determining means or the signal of the sub-game determining means is input; , and hopper driving means for driving a hopper to pay out payout medals.