JP2003275389A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To prevent reduction in amusement in a game due to time loss which is caused when game balls are taken in between the games. <P>SOLUTION: A game machine 1 includes reels 14-16 for variably displaying a plurality of kinds of patterns, and stopping variable display based on a prescribed cause. The game machine 1 comprises bet switches 31 and 31M to be operated for throwing in the game balls, and takes in the game balls on an upper ball receiver 4 by the operation. When the required number of game balls are taken-in, the game with the rotated reels 14-16 is started based on the operation of a start lever 25. Thus, an auxiliary display part 41 performs a display rendition during an action for taking in the game balls by the operation of the bet switches 31 and 31M. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2003,JPO

Description

Description: BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a game machine.
It is. 2. Description of the Related Art As a kind of gaming machine, a plurality of symbols (identifications) are used.
Type of information) on the reels
Equipped with variable display means for displaying a stop symbol after changing the display
Slot machines are known. With this kind of gaming machine
For this reason, the information is displayed in an effective line which is a predetermined area of the variable display means.
If the stop symbol shown is a specific symbol, for example,
Predetermined games that are advantageous to players, such as bonus games
(Special game state) is provided. Or
In Karuru slot machines, for example, medals
It is common to use That is, for each game
One to three medals are inserted.
The start of a so-called game such as rotation of a reel is allowed. In recent years, instead of medals, pachinko machines
Using the game ball used in the machine,
Gaming machines capable of playing such games have been considered.
In such a gaming machine, a predetermined number of gaming balls are taken in.
Variable display means can be changed by lever operation
Display starts. Also, when a special game state occurs
Many game balls are paid out. Slots such gaming machines
If you use it instead of a machine, you can play pachinko halls and other games
Treat game balls as common game media in halls
Can be. Therefore, pachinko machines and slot machines
Often found in mixed play halls,
Burden on equipment and play due to separate handling of medals and game balls
It is possible to solve the problem such as the restriction on the installation location of the technical equipment. [0004] However, the above-mentioned gaming machine
, One to three medals like a slot machine
Introducing game balls into gaming machines
It takes time. Then, the time loss between games
Significantly longer than slot machines, during which the player
Must wait without being involved in the game,
There is a risk that the interest of the technique will be spoiled. [0005] The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances.
The main purpose is to capture the above-mentioned game balls.
Technical features peculiar to gaming machines of the type where gaming starts on
Game related to time loss when taking in game balls, which is an issue
The problem is to solve the problem of reduced interest. Means for Solving the Problems and Effects Thereof
Means and the like effective to solve the above are shown below. In addition,
Actions, effects, etc. are described immediately after each means as necessary
I do. Means 1. Equipped with capture means for capturing game balls
When a predetermined number of game balls are captured, one game
In a playable gaming machine, a game ball by the capturing means
Information giving means for giving predetermined information to the player during the import of
A gaming machine comprising: The significance of the means 1 is as follows. That is,
Execute a game of one game time after taking in a predetermined number of skill balls
Gaming machines that can play
Take it. Each time the capture of this game ball is performed
For players who wait until they are ready to start,
Information is given by the information giving means.
The waiting time can be changed to a significant time,
It is possible to prevent the interest of the technique from decreasing. It is to be noted that at least temporarily during the loading of the loading means,
The information providing means provides the information during the period.
For example, information is added before the start of capturing game balls
Or you can continue to add information after
Is also good. Means 2. In Means 1, throw the game ball
Providing input operation means operated to perform, the input means
Captures the game ball when the input operation means is operated
A gaming machine characterized by starting. According to the means 2, after the input operation means is operated,
The game ball is taken in by the taking-in means,
It takes a relatively long time to complete the capture of game balls from the work
You. Even in this case, the information
Information to avoid wasting the waiting time
You. Here, the provision of the information by the information provision means is performed by the input operation.
It may be performed in response to the operation of the means. Means 3. In the means 1 or 2, a plurality
Variable display means for variably displaying species identification information;
Play from the start of variable display of the variable display means to the confirmation of stop
Technique, and in a predetermined area of the variable display means.
A predetermined play is performed based on the stop mode of the identification information determined to be stopped.
A game characterized by being configured to be given a skill value
Machine. According to the means (3), the variable display of the variable display means.
As a result, the stop mode of the identification information stopped and determined in the predetermined area
(For example, a combination of identification information at the time of stoppage)
A certain game value is given (for example, a game ball as a premium ball)
Payout), the effect of variable display by the variable display means
Can be fully enjoyed. Here, a variable display means is provided like this means.
In the case of a gaming machine, the variable display of the variable display means
Start operation means operated to start and variable display
Stop operation operated to stop the variable display of the means
Means are preferably provided. Means 4. Means 1 to 3
Equipped with a ball saucer for holding game balls, and the ball saucer
Provided at an angle to supply game balls to the steps
A gaming machine characterized by the following. According to the means 4, the game held on the ball tray is provided.
The ball is supplied to the intake means by the inclination of the ball tray. Subordinate
If you put the game ball in the ball saucer,
The processing for taking in the game balls can be performed one after another. Here, in the same means, the payout of the game ball
Payout means for giving a game value by means of
Is configured to pay out game balls to the
If it has been achieved, the player will actively play the game ball
Has the advantage of eliminating the hassle of bringing it to the market. Means 5. Means 1 to 4
Information providing means for providing useful information to the player.
A gaming machine characterized by being a thing. According to the means 5, the player is provided by the information providing means.
Since useful information is given to
The waiting time during the loading process can be spent significantly.
Wear. In addition, as useful information, in this game round
Demonstration of information on possible hits and how to proceed with the game
Information, reach information, and special information
And the information of the citation grant. Means 6 Means 1 to 5
The information providing means is a display means, and the display means
A game wherein the information is displayed.
Machine. According to the means 6, the information is provided by the display contents.
The waiting time during the processing of loading game balls.
Can be spent on significance and provide information on display
In the case of an offer, in addition to direct information display, suggestion information of hit information
And other display effects, making it possible to improve gameplay.
I do. Here, a speaker is used as information providing means.
Or the display and the audio
They may be combined. In addition, as a display, such as a lamp
Lighting or blinking may be used, or liquid crystal
A screen display such as a display may be used. Means 7. Means 1 to 6
And the provision of information by the information provision means takes in the game ball.
It is controlled to be performed every time during processing
Gaming machine. According to the means 7, during the processing of capturing the game ball.
Information is executed every time,
Players can always focus on the game
Wear. Means 8 Means 1 to 6
And the provision of information by the information provision means takes in the game ball.
There are cases that are performed during processing and cases that are not performed
Game machine characterized by being controlled as follows. According to the means 8, during the processing of capturing the game ball.
Even if it is, the information may not be given,
If the information is uniform, give the same information many times
Restrictions on the provision of information to prevent
In the absence of a grant, it indicates a particularly advantageous state for the player
Such a method can also be performed, and this means
By doing so, you must get tired of the player instead
This has the advantage that Means 9 Capture means for capturing game balls,
Variable table of multiple types of identification information due to operation of dynamic operation means
Or due to the operation of the stop operation means or
When a predetermined time has elapsed without operating the stop operation means
Variable display means for stopping the variable display due to
A predetermined number of game balls are captured by the capturing means.
Then, a game of one game time in which the variable display means performs variable display
Can be executed, and the variable display means
Predetermined if the suspended identification information is specific identification information
And the specific identification information
Multiple types with different game values given as
Inside the predetermined area of the variable display means.
Specific identification information or specific identification information won by lottery
Gaming machines configured to stop other identification information
During the capture of the game ball by the capture means,
It is characterized by comprising an information providing means for providing predetermined information.
A gaming machine. The significance of the means 9 is as follows. That is,
Execute a game of one game time after taking in a predetermined number of skill balls
Gaming machines that can play
Take it. Each time the capture of this game ball is performed
For players who wait until they are ready to start,
Information is given by the information giving means.
The waiting time can be changed to a significant time,
It is possible to prevent the interest of the technique from decreasing. It is to be noted that at least a temporary
The information providing means provides the information during the period.
For example, information is added before the start of capturing game balls
Or you can continue to add information after
Is also good. Means 10. Holding the game ball by means 9
The ball tray is equipped with a
A game characterized by being provided so as to be inclined to supply
Machine. According to the means 10, the play held by the ball tray is
The technical ball is supplied to the capturing means by the inclination of the ball tray.
Therefore, if game balls are placed in the ball tray,
In this way, it is possible to carry out processing for taking in game balls one after another. Here, in the same means, the payout of the game ball
Payout means for giving a game value by means of
Is configured to pay out game balls to the
If it has been achieved, the player will actively play the game ball
Has the advantage of eliminating the hassle of bringing it to the market. Means 11 In the means 9 or the means 10,
The information adding means has already specified identification information by internal lottery.
In which information can stop in the predetermined area of the variable display means
Characteristic that information indicating that the
A gaming machine. According to the means (11), the information providing means is internally
Information indicating that the game has been won by lottery (for example,
Information indicating that the bonus flag has been established)
The player will be able to
Is strongly impressed that such information is derived
The waiting time during the capture of game balls is significantly exceeded.
You can spend. Here, it is conceivable to specify such information.
However, if there is a waiting time of several seconds
In order not to bore the waiting state,
It is preferable to give a clue to get information
No. For example, it is assumed that the information is given by the display means,
A game is progressed on the display means
Is established, the predetermined lottery has been won by internal lottery
And so on for the player to understand. Means 12. Any of the means 1 to 11
Wherein the variable display means stores a plurality of types of identification information in advance.
Multiple identification information strings that are displayed cyclically in the specified order
A gaming machine characterized by the following. According to the means 12, a plurality of identification information strings exist.
Special play, depending on the combination of the identification information.
It is possible to determine the presence or absence of profit status such as skill status
You. In this case, it is preferable to provide the stop operation means for each column.
Good. Means 13. In the means 12, the variable table
Indicating means is constituted by mechanical display means
A gaming machine characterized by the following. As such mechanical display means, a reel is used.
Generally, a belt type is also possible. In addition, such a table
It is possible to attach an electrical indication to the indicating means. An example
For example, light is emitted from the inside of the reel to the reel by light emitting means.
Irradiate and change the identification information by the transmitted light.
And so on. Means 14. Means 12 or 13
Wherein the identification information is a symbol.
Machine. As identification information, numerals, pictures, characters, symbols
And so on, in terms of ease of judgment by the player.
preferable. For different types of designs,
Giving a change to the size or color can determine the type of the changing symbol.
It is preferable in order to facilitate another. In the means 1 to 14, the information
The information given by the assigning means includes a display means.
So that the displayed content changes over time
And as a result, the prescribed information is provided
Is preferred. For example, by displaying a predetermined game screen and
Some of them show the hit or miss depending on the result of the
Can be Information with content that changes over time in this way
If you give it, wait time will be spent meaningfully
be able to. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
One embodiment that embodies a gaming machine in which a game is started
This will be described based on the drawings. Note that the gaming machine according to the present embodiment
The basic game content is similar to a so-called slot machine
It has the properties that have passed. However, when playing
Is a predetermined number of game balls as game media (similar to pachinko machines)
Game ball: pachinko ball), and the predetermined condition is satisfied
Multiple play balls, sometimes a large number of play balls
Is configured to be paid out. As shown in FIG. 1, the gaming machine 1 has at least
Also has a machine body 2 having an open front. Ma
The thin body 2 has the same or similar rectangular shape as the outer frame of the pachinko machine.
The basic configuration is a frame-shaped outer frame and the like. In the present embodiment,
The configuration of the outer frame of the machine body 2 is similar to that of the pachinko machine
Prevent misassembly at the production stage of factories, etc.
Measures have been taken to stop it. That is, the machine
In the position where the outer frame of the main body 2 is visible, the gaming machine 1 is
A gaming machine that combines a slot machine and a pachinko machine.
To identify something that is not a pachinko machine
(In the figure, the identification label LB is attached).
(The identification information “PS” is attached to the file LB.) This
Since the identification label LB is attached as shown in FIG.
At the production stage, such as a factory, parts of a pachinko machine
The situation of assembling is prevented.
You. Of course, instead of attaching the identification label LB,
Or, in addition, write identification information with characters or print
Or stamping. In addition,
The shape of the visible part of the outer frame of the
To make it different (for example, to provide a notch, etc.)
May be. A front opening / closing door is provided on the front side of the machine body 2.
Front panel 3 is attached to open and close freely
You. When the front panel 3 is closed,
The front side of the machine body 2 is closed by the
You. The front panel 3 is not shown in the closed state.
Locked by a lock mechanism that cannot be released.
The locked state is shown in FIG.
By a predetermined key operation on a key cylinder not shown
It is configured to be released. As described above, the play in the present embodiment is
Game machine 1 requires the insertion of gaming balls (including virtual gaming balls)
With the configuration that the game is played as a condition
In addition, the payout of the game ball is performed based on the satisfaction of the predetermined condition.
Swelling. In addition, lending request operation by the player
Game balls will be paid out (loaned) even if there is
It has become. That is, inside the machine body 2,
Game ball based on player's input operation, credit operation, etc.
Take-in mechanism 91 (see FIGS. 3 and 4) for taking a predetermined number of
)) And play for lending and paying out.
A tank (not shown) for storing the ball
A payout mechanism 90 for paying out the retained game balls is provided.
Have been. At the lower part of the front panel 3, the player
An upper saucer 4 capable of storing game balls is provided. So
When the input operation, credit operation, etc. are performed,
In this case, the take-in mechanism 91 is activated, and the
A certain number of game balls are taken in from the right side of the figure.
It has become. In addition, when predetermined condition is satisfied or lending
When the dispensing request operation is performed, the dispensing mechanism 90 operates.
This allows game balls stored in tanks to be
Specifically, the upper tray 4 is paid out.
That is, the upper tray 4 is a game paid out from the payout mechanism 90.
Take in the ball from the payout exit to guide the ball to the take-in mechanism 91
It is formed so as to be inclined to the mechanism 91 side. In FIG.
Means that the upper surface (ball receiving surface) of the upper receiving tray 4 is inclined rightward.
You. A lower tray 5 is provided below the upper tray 4.
I have. Then, the game balls are stored in the upper receiving tray 4 in a full state.
In the state where it is being performed, further payout of the game ball is performed
In this case, the game balls are paid out to the lower tray 5.
ing. A lending button is provided above the upper receiving tray 4.
6 and a card return button 7 are provided.
Below the buttons 6 and 7, a card remaining number display section 8 is provided.
Have been. These use a so-called prepaid card
It is provided in consideration of the case of playing games with
You. That is, a diagram attached to the side of the gaming machine 1
If there is no card sand, set it in that card sand
Has a balance equal to or greater than the specified number remaining in the card slot
With the prepaid card inserted, lend button
6 is pressed (lending request operation) to pay out
The mechanism 90 operates. Also, the card return button 7 is pressed
The prepaid card is returned from the slot by being operated
Is done. Further, the card balance display section 8 displays the inserted program.
Repaid card balance is now displayed in segments.
ing. Note that these buttons 6, 7 and the number of remaining cards
The display unit 8 is of a type that does not use a prepaid card.
(For example, what is called a cash machine), omitted as appropriate
It is also possible. The front panel 3 has a vertical
The three long display windows 11, 12, and 13 are arranged side by side.
It is provided in. The display windows 11, 12, 13 are transparent or
Each display window 11, 1 is made of a translucent material.
The inside can be visually recognized through 2 and 13.
These display windows 11, 12, 13 and an area including them
Is projected slightly forward from the front panel 3.
In both cases, the lower side is closer to the front so that the player can easily see it.
It is formed so as to be inclined. A variable display means is provided in the machine body 2.
Left reel 14, middle reel 15 and right reel 16
Has been delivered. In the present embodiment, each reel 14,
15 and 16 are each formed in a cylindrical shape (annular shape).
However, it is sufficient if it is at least annular, such as a bell
It may be in the shape of a triangle. In this embodiment, each reel
The central axes of the reels 14, 15, 16
It is rotatably supported so as to be 15, 16 rotation axes.
ing. The axis of rotation of each reel 14, 15, 16 is substantially horizontal
The reels are arranged on the same axis extending in the
14, 15, and 16 correspond to the display windows 11, 12, and 13, respectively.
It is arranged so that. Now, the reels 14, 15, 16 rotate.
And the reels 14, 1 through the display windows 11, 12, 13.
5, 16 are moving from top to bottom
It is projected. Each of these reels 14, 15, 16
Reel motors 17, each comprising a stepping motor, etc.
18 and 19 (see FIG. 3).
Of the reels 14 and 1 by driving the
5, 16 are individually, that is, independently
It works. On the outer peripheral surface of each of the reels 14, 15, 16
Many symbols (symbols) are attached as identification information
Have been. Among these symbols, the display windows 11, 12, 1
The number of symbols that can be visually recognized through 3 is mainly the display window 5,
Limited to a predetermined number determined by the vertical length of 6, 7
Have been. In the present embodiment, each of the reels 14, 15, 1
The number of symbols that can be visually recognized every 6 is 3
You. Next, each reel 14, 15, 16
Will be described. FIG. 2 shows the left reel 14 and the middle
Symbol arrangement for each of the reel 15 and the right reel 16
The columns are shown. The figure shows the reels 14, 15, 16
It can be considered as a development of the surface. As shown in the figure
And each reel 14, 15, 16 has 21 figures.
Patterns are provided in a row. Each reel 14, 15, 16
Are numbered from 1 to 21 corresponding to
It is provided for convenience of explanation, and reels 14, 15,
16 is not actually added. As a symbol, for example, a big bonus game
There is a “7” symbol for shifting to the system. "7" design
For example, a white reel (for example, left reel No. 20
Eye. In the following, it will be referred to as “white 7” symbol) and red color
(For example, the 21st reel on the left reel. Hereinafter, the "red 7" diagram
Pattern). Also, regular bonus games
"BAR" symbol (for example, left reel
19th). In addition, shift to replay games
"Replay symbol" (for example, left reel first)
There is. At the same time, as a small role symbol where the small portion is paid out
"Watermelon" symbol (for example, the fourth reel on the left),
"L" symbol (for example, the second reel on the left), "Cherry"
There is a symbol (for example, the third reel on the left reel). In addition, each resource
The number and arrangement order of each symbol in rules 14, 15 and 16
Is different. Then, regarding the small role design, the "watermelon" design
Is aligned with the left, center and right on the active line described later
75 game balls are paid out and the "bell" symbol is activated.
If the left, center and right are aligned on the in, 40 game balls
Payout is made and the "Cherry" symbol on the left reel 11 is valid
When stopped on the line, 10 game balls are paid out.
Is That is, the center reel 12 and the right reel 13
The "cherry" symbol has nothing to do with the payout of game balls.
It is a meaningless design. Also, limited to “Cherry” designs
The payout of game balls regardless of the combination with other symbols
Is performed, a plurality of active lines on the left reel 11 overlap.
"Cherry" figure at a certain position (specifically, upper or lower)
If the pattern is stopped, the number of overlapping active lines
Will be paid out by the amount of the game balls multiplied by
As a result, in the present embodiment, the payout of 20 game balls
Is to be performed. As for the other symbols,
"Red 7" symbol or "White 7" symbol, which is a combination of eggplant symbols
When the pattern is the same color and is aligned with the left, center and right on the active line
Is paid out of 75 game balls, regular bonus
"BAR" symbol, which is a combination of symbols, is left on the active line
・ Payout of 75 game balls will be performed if they are aligned with the center and right
It is. Further, the "replay" symbol is on the active line.
If the left, middle, and right are aligned, no game balls will be paid out.
No. Otherwise, i.e. left reel on active line
11 "Cherry" symbols do not stop, and also left, center and right
If the same symbols are not available, all game balls will be paid out
Not. In addition, it is necessary to set a further small symbol combination
It may be. For example, on the active line
14 and 16 have a “white 7” symbol and the middle reel 15 has a “BA
R ”when the symbols are aligned, or
"White 7" on the reels 14 and 16 and "Red 7" on the middle reel 15.
7) Payment of 75 game balls when the symbols are complete
Outgoing may be performed. However, such special
Small winning symbols are only activated during big bonus games
May not be set (in this case, big
When not in the bonus game, even if the special small
Even if the role symbols are aligned on the active line, no payout of game balls is performed
I can't.) As shown in FIG. 1, the front panel 3
Moves in the horizontal direction so as to connect the display windows 11, 12, and 13.
It will be 3 crosswise and cross diagonally
Thus, two lines, a total of five lines, are provided. Of course,
The maximum number of active lines may be 6 or more, or less than 5.
Change the maximum number of active lines according to the specified conditions
You may do so. Tables corresponding to each of these active lines
Effective lane on the left side when viewed from the front of the windows 11, 12, and 13 groups.
In display units 21, 22, 23 are provided. The first activated line display section 21 is located at the center horizontal line.
When the center (center line) is activated,
Displayed and notified. In the present embodiment, the center line is
To be activated, five game balls must be inserted (one bed)
G) is required. Also, the second effective line display unit 22
Indicates that the upper and lower horizontal lines (upper line and lower line) are enabled
When it is turned on, it is notified by lighting or the like. Form of this implementation
State, the center line and the upper and lower lines are activated
In order to do so, it is necessary to insert 10 game balls (2 bets)
Is done. Further, the third activated line display section 23 displays a pair of oblique lines.
Line (lower right line and upper right line) is effective
When it is converted, it is displayed and notified by lighting or the like. This implementation
In the embodiment, the center line, the upper and lower lines, and the oblique line
15 lines are required to be activated.
Insertion of a technical ball (three bets) is required. That is, the book
In the embodiment, the minimum number of games required for one game
The number of balls (predetermined number) is set to "5" and one game
The maximum number of game balls (maximum number of throws) that can be
5 ". The display window 1 on the front panel 3
On the lower left side of 1,12,13, each reel 14,15,
Start rotating 16 at the same time (not necessarily at the same time)
Start lever 25 operated for
You. The start lever 25 is operated to start the variable display.
It constitutes the starting operation means to be made. Start lever 25
On the right side of each of the rotating reels 14, 15, 16
Button-shaped stops operated to stop individually
Switches 27, 28 and 29 are provided. Each stock
Switches 27, 28 and 29 are the reels 1 to be stopped.
Direct display windows 11, 12, 13 corresponding to 4, 15, 16
Each is located below. Stop switch 27,
28, 29 are stopping means for stopping the variable display, and
The stop operation means is operated to stop the variable display.
To achieve. The display window 1 on the front of the front panel 3
On the lower right side of 1, 12, 13 to insert game balls
Button-shaped bet switch that constitutes the input means
Have been. In the present embodiment, the bet switch
1 bet switch 31 and max bet switch 31
M is provided. Double bet switch 31, 31M
Both throw game balls as game media (or storage game media).
It is for entering. Regarding 1 bet switch 31
Each time a push operation is performed, five game balls are inserted.
It is set to be. For more details,
Credited in JIT mode (second state)
If there are more than a predetermined number (5) of virtual gaming balls,
With a single pressing operation of the switch 31, the virtual game ball is released.
"5" is subtracted from the previous credit number. Ma
If the number of virtual game balls is less than
In the case of the direct mode (first state) that is not
One press operation of the bet switch 31 allows the upper tray 4 to play.
Artificial balls are now collected and imported "5" at a time.
ing. On the other hand, the max bet switch 31M
A plurality of (three) pressing operations of the 1-bet switch 31
Is provided so that the
Each time the button is pressed once, 15 (3 bets)
It is set so that a game ball is inserted. More
Is credited under the credit mode described below.
When there are more than a predetermined number (15) of virtual game balls
Is a single pressing operation of the max bet switch 31M
Then, the virtual game ball is deducted from the number of credits up to that point by “15”.
Is subtracted. In addition, the number of virtual game balls is equal to or less than a predetermined number.
Or in direct mode other than credit mode
In this case, one press operation of the max bet switch 31M is performed.
By game, "15" game balls on the upper saucer 4 are collected and collected.
It is to be inserted. The actual capture of game balls in the present embodiment
Is performed by the capturing mechanism 91. For more information, see
At the downstream side (right side in the figure) of the pan 4, a storage as shown in FIG.
An intake passage 92 is formed, and the intake passage 92 is
B can pass in a state of being lined up. Capture
The mechanism 91 is a rotating body rotatably supported rotatably.
Sprocket 93 and a flash as switching means.
And a upper solenoid 94. The sprocket
A part of the gate 93 faces the intake passage 92,
On the circumference, plan the game balls B one by one according to their own rotation
It has an inner groove 93a. Flapper Solenoi
The solenoid 94 has a built-in coil (not shown).
Main body 95 and extends obliquely downward from solenoid main body 95
An armature 96 is provided. Then, the flash
When the personal solenoid 94 is not excited,
The tip of the mature 96 is engaged with the tip of the sprocket 93.
To regulate the rotation of the sprocket 93.
ing. On the other hand, when the flapper solenoid 94 is excited,
If so, the tip of the armature 96 is the solenoid body 9
5 and the engaged state is released. This
The sprocket 93 rotates with the weight of the game ball B,
As balls B are guided downward one by one and taken in
Has become. In the middle of the intake passage 92, a sp
Corresponding to rocket 93 or below sprocket 93
On the downstream side, a count sensor 75 (see FIG. 3) is provided.
It is possible to grasp the number of captured game balls B.
ing. Furthermore, upstream from the sprocket 93
The existence of each game ball B exists in the intake passage 92 on the side.
Capture detection sensor 7 composed of a photo sensor capable of detecting absence
6 (see FIG. 3) are arranged in plural (for example, 5 or 15).
Is established. Due to the presence of the detection sensor 76, 1
Bet (5) or max bet (15)
It is now possible to detect whether or not the game ball B can be taken at once.
ing. Of course, the above flapper solenoid 94
Instead, use other solenoids, motors, etc.
Is also good. In the present embodiment, the center line
Lower line and diagonal line (5 lines in total) have been activated
(15 game balls have been inserted), maximum bet
(3 bets) state. That is, 1 bet switch 3
1 when three pressing operations are performed, or
When the push switch 31M is pressed once.
No further inputs will be made. Subordinate
Therefore, in this embodiment, the maximum bet (3 bets) state
And the bet switches 31 and 31M are pressed further
When an operation is performed, the operation is invalidated.
ing. The bed switch on the surface of the front panel 3
Switches 31 and 31M (on the right side of the loan button 6)
Is a button-shaped changeover switch 36 and a ball-off switch 3
7 are provided. The changeover switch 36 has already been
Game balls that are stored and stored
Handling form of game balls paid out to players as a result of fulfillment of conditions
Operated to change the That is, for example, when the power is turned on, a predetermined
The maximum value (for example, 250 game balls: maximum number of storages)
Credit the surplus game balls up to (virtual game balls: memory play
As a technical media)
Technical balls are also stored and stored as credits (virtual game balls)
Switch to `` Credit mode ''
When the switch 36 is pressed, if there is a credit,
Pays out that amount as real game balls,
Game balls and acquired game balls are directly paid out as real game balls
Switch to `` Direct mode ''
Be prepared. And this changeover switch 36
Each time it is operated, the “Credit mode” and “Direct mode”
Mode can be switched alternately.
The technician can play the game according to his own preferences.
it can. The changeover switch 36 is used for input value and game value.
A switching operation means for switching a value handling format is configured. The ball release switch 37 is connected to the upper saucer 4.
For discharging the stored game balls to the lower tray 5
It is. That is, the player finishes the game and places it on the upper saucer 4.
If you attempt to remove the stored game balls,
When the ball release switch 37 is pressed, the upper tray 4 is pressed.
So that the game balls stored at the bottom are discharged to the lower tray 5
Has become. Of course, by lever slide operation
Even when the game balls in the saucer 4 are discharged to the lower saucer 5,
Good. Further, the front panel 3 has a credit
Displays the number of game balls activated and stored in the game mode.
A remaining number display section 38 as a stored number display means for indicating
The acquired number display section 39 for displaying the number of game balls is respectively
Is provided. In the present embodiment, both display units 3
8, 39 is composed of a 3-digit 7-segment display
However, two or four or more digits may be used.
Of course, it is also possible to substitute a display. Incidentally, in the present embodiment,
The maximum storage number in credit mode is described above.
As described above, for example, "250" (equivalent to 50 bets)
Is defined. Then, the remaining number display section 38 displays
"0" to "250" can be displayed.
ing. In the credit mode, this remaining number display
The number displayed in the section 38 is 5 (for each bet)
15 in the case of Cusbet)
Become. Therefore, the number displayed on the remaining number display section 38
If the value is not a multiple of 5, the current number of stored
The player determines that there is a fraction between "0" and "4".
Can be easily recognized. Because of this,
Recognize the existence of fractions when
The player who has saved the storage of game balls (credit)
It can be supplemented as needed. In the present embodiment, the acquired number display unit 3
On the (right) side of No. 9, the preliminary taking operation means is constituted.
A max credit switch 40 is provided. This
Max Credit Switch 40
At the time of storage, the number of stored storage
To be turned on and off by the player
It is. That is, in credit mode,
Credit switch 40 is turned on.
In this case, the number of stored storages is less than the maximum storage storage number
And the game ball in the upper saucer 4 is
Automatically captured and stored as virtual gaming balls
Has become. Note that this capture can be performed during a game.
And can be done. In contrast, credit
In the mode, the max credit switch 40
If the game is turned off, the number of stored
As the food is consumed, it will decrease (if there is no refund)
And Note that on the gaming machine 1 (front panel 3)
The department includes the Big Alert, Regular Alert, and Replay Alert.
Various notification units (not shown) such as a notification unit and a small role notification unit are provided.
ing. These various notification units are located in places other than the top of the gaming machine 1.
May be provided, or a different notification may be provided by a common notification unit.
You may do it. For example, the Big Bulletin
"Red 7" symbol or "White"
7) Big bonus when the symbols are aligned on the activated line
Lights, blinks, etc. to indicate that the game has been acquired
I do. The regular notification section is provided for each reel 14, 15, 16
"BAR" symbols are aligned on the active line when the rotation of the
If you win a regular bonus game
The display is notified by light, blinking, etc. The replay notification section
"Replay" when each reel 14, 15, 16 stops rotating
If the symbols are on the active line, win a replay game
The obtained information is displayed and notified by lighting, blinking, and the like. Small role
The notification unit is operated when the rotation of each of the reels 14, 15, 16 is stopped.
"Watermelon" or "Bell" symbol
When the effect line is aligned or the "Cherry" symbol is left
When a stop on the active line of the game 11
Is notified by lighting, blinking or the like.
Each of these notification units will notify by display.
However, instead of or in addition to this,
Notification by voice using a speaker (not shown)
You may. Further, on the right side of the display window 13, information is added.
An auxiliary display section 41 is provided as a means. Said auxiliary
The display unit 41 displays, for example, diversification of display contents and display effects.
Liquid crystal display and dot matrix, etc.
It is constituted by. The auxiliary display unit 41 displays the game.
It is used to execute various display effects as it progresses.
Navigation, such as giving various information to the player
It has various functions. As an example of various information,
Win a bonus game or regular bonus game
That it can be obtained. As shown in FIG. 3, the machine body of the gaming machine 1
2 includes a control device for performing various controls related to the game.
A device 51 is provided. The control device 51 controls the control.
CPU, ROM storing game program, progress of game
RAM that stores necessary data according to the
Port to contact, random number generation used in various lotteries
Clock used for clocking, time counting and synchronization.
Control circuit board including a pulse generator circuit
Control board box with control circuit board stored in box
It is constituted by. The input side of the control device 51 has a start lever
Detection sensor 61 for detecting the operation of the
Detecting the operation of top switches 27, 28, 29 individually
Stop detection sensors 62, 63, 64, 1 bed switch
1 bet detection sensor 6 for detecting the pressing operation of the switch 31
5. Detect the pressing operation of the max bet switch 31M
Max bet detection sensor 65M, changeover switch 36
Switch detection sensor 66 for detecting the pressing operation of the
Max-sk detecting the pressing operation of the credit switch 40
The credit detection sensor 67 and the reels 14, 15, 16
Reel position detection that detects the rotation position (origin position) individually
Dispensed from sensors 71, 72, 73 and dispensing mechanism 90
Detection sensor 74 that detects a game ball
The count sensor 7 for detecting a game ball to be taken in.
5. In the take-in mechanism 91, one bet (five)
Whether or not it is possible to take in 15 game balls for Kusbet at a time
Capture sensor 76 for detecting whether
Inside the tank that detects the presence or absence of game balls in the tank
The ball detection sensor 77 and the lower tray 5
Full to detect that the lower tray 5 is full of game balls
Various sensors such as a cup detection sensor 78 are connected. Each reel mode is provided on the output side of the controller 51.
Motor driving circuit 81 for driving the motors 17, 18, 19,
Various display units 21 to 23, 38, 39, auxiliary display unit 41,
Display drive circuit 82 for driving various notification units for display, payer
Dispensing drive circuit 8 for driving the dispensing mechanism 90 as a step
3. An intake mechanism 91 (flapper soleno) as an intake means
Drive 94 for driving the drive 94) and a speaker
A speaker driving circuit 85 and the like to be driven are connected. As described above, the control unit 51 includes the CPU, R
OM, RAM, etc. are provided.
The control device 51 functions without being restricted by the actual configuration itself.
This will be described as a set of implementation means. That is,
Various functions described below are realized under the control of the CPU.
Function, and its control program is stored in the ROM (possibly
RAM)
Required data is temporarily stored in RAM
However, those program requirements are not
What a person skilled in the art can do by adopting an appropriate table configuration, etc.
Therefore, they will not be individually described. However, in this embodiment
When it is necessary to understand the game contents of
Will be described in detail as appropriate. The control device 51 includes “small-course lottery means”.
ing. The small part lottery means starts from the start detection sensor 61.
Small payout depending on the timing of the detection signal
A lottery is performed to determine whether the condition is satisfied. In this embodiment,
Small roles such as "watermelon", "bell" and "cherry"
Since there are several types, small lottery means
A lottery is performed to determine whether the payout conditions have been satisfied.
The presence or absence of standing is determined. In addition, other lottery also throws game balls
It is configured to change according to the number (the number of bets)
In general, the higher the number of throws, the more favorable the lottery result to the player
You can get it. The control unit 51 determines whether or not the replay game lottery player
Step ”. Replay game lottery means
The timing signal to which the detection signal from the
Whether the replay game transition condition is satisfied
Lottery, and the replay flag is established
Nothing is determined. The control device 51 operates as follows:
Step ”. The replay game control means
If the replay flag is established during the trick,
At the time of stop of 4, 15 and 16, the replay establishment
Constant pull-in stop control while referring to the contents of the
In addition, replay symbols are forcibly stopped on the active line.
Let And the replay symbol stops on the activated line
On the condition that you can play the next game for free
It is something to do. Of course, this replay game
Also, various lotteries are being executed. The control unit 51 executes the “regular bonus extraction”
Selection means ”. Regular bonus lottery method
Indicates that a detection signal from the start detection sensor 61 is input.
The regular bonus transfer condition depends on the timing
A lottery is conducted to determine whether or not
It is determined whether the bonus flag is established. The control unit 51 operates as follows:
Means ”. Regular bonus control means
Indicates that the regular bonus flag is
When standing, when the reels 14, 15, 16 are stopped
Then, refer to the contents of the regular bonus establishment table.
However, a certain amount of retraction stop control was added to force the leg
Stop the bonus bonus symbol on the active line. Soshi
The regular bonus symbol stops on the activated line
On the condition that the predetermined number of games (a
12 times) as the upper limit, and the normal
Shift from skill state to regular bonus game,
Then, the player returns to the original gaming state. Regular Bo
During the minus game, there is only one active line.
I have. The control unit 51 determines that “Regular bonus
Lottery means. " Regular Bonus Medium Player
Dan is only activated during regular bonuses,
The timing signal to which the detection signal from the
Of a predetermined symbol (here, a replay symbol)
Perform a lottery. The lottery of such a pattern is different from the normal lottery
For example, during regular bonus, replay symbols are valid
Prescribed when aligned on line (central active line only)
The number (for example, 75) of game balls is set to be paid out.
Set the replay symbol as a game ball payout symbol
To determine whether or not the game ball payout symbol meets the conditions.
It has been elected. And the regular bonus control
The means may include, as a result of the lottery, a replay flag (here,
The replay flag is different from the one during normal
This is a new setting for the error bonus. )
When standing, a symbol other than the game ball payout symbol
Control each reel 14, 15, 16 so that they do not align
The number of game ball payout symbols is a predetermined number of times.
(For example, 8 times), the predetermined number of games (1
Even if you have not reached twice)
Terminate. In addition, in such a regular bonus game
In this case, the maximum number of game balls to be inserted is 5,
That is, only one bet is activated. [0086] The control device 51 determines that "Big bonus
Step ”. Big bonus lottery means, Star
The timing signal to which the detection signal from the
Whether big bonus transfer condition is satisfied
Lottery, and the big bonus established flag
Is determined. The control unit 51 operates as follows:
Step ”. Big bonus control means
During the trick, if the big bonus flag is established,
When the rules 14, 15, 16 are stopped,
Constant pull-in while referring to the contents of the eggplant establishment table
Enable the big bonus symbol semi-forced by adding stop control
Stop on line. And big on the active line
Set in advance on condition that the bonus symbol stops
Up to the predetermined number of games (30 in this case)
Move from a normal game that is in a playing state to a big bonus game
And then, in principle, return to the original normal gaming state
It is something to make. The control device 51 determines that “lottery during the big bonus”
Means ”. Lottery means during the big bonus
Only activated during the bonus bonus, the start detection sensor
Depending on the timing at which the detection signal from 61 is input,
The lottery of the small part design and the lottery of the jack-in are performed.
It is determined whether the lag and jack-in flags are established.
You. And the big bonus control means is a small role flag.
A predetermined small symbol pattern is aligned on the activated line
Each reel 14, while referring to the small role formation table to
15 and 16 are semi-forcibly pulled in and stop control is performed. here
As described above, in the present embodiment, the big bonus
The special lottery pattern is also drawn by the medium lottery means.
ing. In other words, during the big bonus,
During the big bonus game, "white 7 / red 7
・ A lottery of special small design as a combination of “White 7” design
And special as a combination of "White 7 / BAR / White 7" design
The lottery of the small role design is also performed. Extraction of the special small pattern
In the present embodiment, the selection is a game during a big bonus game.
In order to increase the number of obtained balls, set to be established with high probability
Is defined. The big bonus control means is
Jack-in
To refer to the contents of the replay
Semi-forced pull-in stop control for reels 14, 15, 16
I do. Jack-in is a big bonus game
Run a game similar to the regular bonus game described
It is in a state to make it, specifically, "Replay" symbols are aligned
It is caused by things. Therefore, for jack-in execution
The big bonus control means is a jack-in
Each reel 1
4, 15 and 16 are semi-forcibly pulled in and stop control is performed. The
Regular bonus game described above when jacked in
Is executed. In addition, such a jack
Even during the game, the maximum number of game balls to be inserted is 5
And only one bet is activated. Here, the big bonus game is
Predetermined number of times (for example, 3 times) within a fixed number of games (30 times)
Jack-in with the upper limit is possible, big bonus
The number of games played during jack-in during the game is 30
It is not added to the number of times. And
The big bonus control means controls the predetermined number of games (30
Times) regular bonus game
Force a big bonus game at the end of the number (3 times)
To end. The control device 51 includes a “reel control means” and
"Storage means" is provided. The reel control means is a memory
Each of the reels 14 to 16 is controlled according to the stored contents of the row.
In particular, the description of various tables stored in the storage means.
The stop positions of the reels 14 to 16 are controlled in accordance with the contents of the memory.
Things. Storage means (here, ROM, but RAM
It may be. The various tables stored in)
Are set individually according to the various flags that have been set.
You. Specifically, for example, if no flag is established,
Not align any of the symbols on the active line
"Out-of-table", small role flag (for small role flag
Corresponds to each small part such as bell design, watermelon design, cherry design etc.
Different corresponding flags are provided. ) To
In order to align the predetermined small symbol on the activated line
"Small winning combination table" (hereinafter, especially the special small winning symbol
When referring to the table of
Table), and the replay corresponding to the replay flag
B.
Table, red 7 corresponding to the big bonus flag
"Bi7" to align the pattern or "White 7" pattern on the active line
Established table ", compatible with regular bonus flags
To align the “BAR” symbol on the activated line
What are the above-stated symbols, such as "
"Line table" to determine whether to align on the active line
Bull ". The storage means stores the credit model.
The number of virtual gaming balls at the time of loading is also stored. The control device 51 controls the “auxiliary display control means”.
Have. The auxiliary display control means displays the auxiliary display section 41.
Display control, and various auxiliary displays described below are displayed.
Realize. That is, first, the auxiliary display control means operates the auxiliary table.
At least the small role flag or the replay
`` Navigation display '' that informs of the lag
Of the bonus flag or regular bonus flag
The "Navi
The auxiliary table is displayed so that
The display unit 41 is controlled for display. The navigation display and
The out-of-navigation display is a table on the auxiliary display unit 41.
It cannot be distinguished only from the contents shown, and each reel 11,
It is understood from the relationship with the contents of suspension of 12, 13
You. That is, the auxiliary display control means operates the “navigation
Small display flag or replay flag
When standing, the flag must be met before the end of the game.
The symbol corresponding to the small role or replay is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 41.
Display and stop the symbol displayed to the player
Exercise navigation-like functions. On the other hand,
Big bonus flag
Or, when the regular bonus flag is established,
If a small role or replay symbol is not
Display on the auxiliary display section 41 before the end of the game.
Navigation that prompts the user to stop the displayed symbol
Function, but the displayed symbols are
Actually, the table is not set because the flag is not established.
The point that the indicated symbols are not aligned on the active line
The meaning is different from the navigation display. [0095] The auxiliary display control means also includes a game ball.
Time lag during throwing operation, that is, throwing operation of game ball is performed
After the operation of the start lever 25, the reel 1
Time lag until rotation of 4-16 starts (Waiting time
Various displays (with information) on the auxiliary display unit 41 using the
Display control. Such a time lag
More specifically, the bet switch 3
After the 1,31M is operated, at least the capture of the game ball
Directly involved in the game with reels 14-16 until completion
It refers to an unrelated dead time, and
This period, which takes extra time compared to the previous game, lowers the interest of the player
During the relevant period.
Using the auxiliary display section 41 etc. to prevent the interest of the player from lowering
Is to try. And the supplement in such a period
As an example of the display on the auxiliary display unit 41, a big bonus
Indicates that a flag or regular bonus flag has been established.
Display. For example, "Big bonus
"% 80%" is a specific example.
It is. Of course, the display contents of the auxiliary display section 41 always change.
If you don't have it, the fun of the game will eventually decrease
Therefore, it is necessary to change display contents.
Other examples of the display will be described later. Next, the operation of the gaming machine 1 having the above configuration will be described.
Will be explained based on the game method. At the start of the game, the player
Or a predetermined number of game balls are
On the condition that the bet switches 31, 31M are pressed.
By making virtual game balls based on stored memory or actual
The game ball is thrown. The insertion is performed by the bet detection sensor 65.
The control device 51 receives the detection signal.
Determines that game balls (including virtual game balls) have been inserted.
Refuse. At this time, if in credit mode,
The stored virtual game ball is inserted. An example
For example, in credit mode, store more than 15
Number (credit number)
Switch 31M or 1-bet switch 31 is pressed.
If it is made, the remaining number in the remaining number display section 38
The display number is reduced by "15" or "5".
In addition, the storage means is reduced by "15" or "5".
The stored number is stored as the storage number. In contrast, the number of storage
If (the number of credits) is less than 15,
When the max bet switch 31M is pressed,
Or when the number of stored (credit) is less than 5
When the 1-bet switch 31 is pressed
, The pressing operation is invalidated. In the case of the direct mode, the
The actual game balls on the plate 4 are taken in and thrown in.
You. For example, in direct mode, 15 or more
When the game ball is on the upper saucer 4, the maximum bet
When the switch 31M is pressed, for example,
Fifteen game balls on the plate 4 are taken by the above-mentioned take-in mechanism 91.
When more than 5 game balls are in upper saucer 4,
The 1-bet switch 31 is pressed
The five game balls on the upper receiving tray 4
It is taken in. On the other hand, if the number of game balls is less than 15,
Max bet switch 31M is pressed when there is no
Smell when pressure operated or less than 5 pieces
When the 1-bet switch 31 is pressed, the
The pressing operation is invalidated. At this time, the number of game balls inserted (= the number of bets ×
In response to 5), the control device 51 transmits the
The activated line display sections 21, 22, and 23 are turned on. here
Yes if one pressing operation (insertion of 5 game balls)
Only the active line display section 21 is lit and the center horizontal line
Is activated and two pressing operations (throwing of 10 game balls)
If ON, the active line display sections 21 and 22 are turned on.
The center and upper and lower horizontal lines are activated, and three pressing operations
(Equipment of 15 game balls) if all available line table
Indicators 21, 22, 23 are turned on and all lines are valid
Is notified (the maximum number of bets has been reached). What
Operation of the bet switch 31 in the credit mode
When the virtual game ball is inserted by the
Subtract the stored memory number of the game ball that has been jetted,
The display according to the subtraction value is performed on the remaining number display section 38.
Display control. In addition, the bed in direct mode
In the case of playing a game ball by operating the
The control device 51 outputs a signal to that effect to the capture drive circuit 84
And a take-in mechanism for taking in the corresponding game balls from the upper saucer 4.
The drive of the motor 91 is controlled. When at least one line is activated
At this point, when the player operates the start lever 25,
The operation is detected by the start detection sensor 61, and
Upon receiving the detection signal, the control device 51
Determine that an operation has been performed. Then, the control device 51
, All reels 14, 15, 16 at the same time (simultaneously
Alternatively, a predetermined time difference may be provided. )
In addition, each reel motor 17,
Drives 18 and 19 are controlled. As a result, each reel 14,
15 and 16 are symbols attached to the surface for the player
(Map of the pattern projected on the projection display unit 92)
It rotates in one direction at such a speed that it is difficult to
Each symbol is allowed from top to bottom via 1,12,13
It is projected as if it were strangely displayed. The detection based on the operation of the start lever 25
When the output signal is input to the controller 51,
During the game, small role lottery means, replay game lottery means,
Regular bonus lottery means, big bonus lottery means
Each lottery is performed. The lottery result by the small part lottery means is
If it means that a successful
Right to be stopped above is granted only in that game
It is. Also, the lottery result by the replay game lottery means
However, if the replay flag is established,
The right to enter the game
You. In addition, lottery results by regular bonus lottery means
Indicates that the regular bonus flag is established,
The right to move to a regular bonus game is granted.
Flag until the game moves to the regular bonus game.
Be held. In addition, lottery conclusion by big bonus lottery means
If the result indicates that the big bonus flag is
Right to the bonus game
Is held until the game shifts to the big bonus game.
Furthermore, the lottery result of each lottery means
Does not mean neither flag is set. The lottery by each lottery means has been completed.
After that, the player optionally sets the stop switches 27, 28, 29
Operation in the order of
Detected individually by sensors 62, 63, 64,
In response to the output signal, the control device 51
It is determined that operations 7, 28 and 29 have been performed. Do
And the control device 51 controls each of the operated stop switches 2
Reels 14, 15, 16 corresponding to 7, 28, 29
Each stop via the motor drive circuit 81 to separately stop
The stop motors 17, 18, and 19 are controlled to stop. The stopping positions of these reels 14, 15, 16
Is the lottery result of each lottery means.
Is stored in the storage unit of the control device 51 based on the
It is determined with reference to each of the tables. At this time, it is valid
It is established from the line to the four symbols in front of the reel rotation direction.
If there is a design corresponding to the lag, in principle, that figure
Control that the pattern is actively pulled into the active line
The reel stop timing is equivalent to 4 symbols
If it is an error up to this point, it can be absorbed.
Wear. As a result, even if the player is not skilled,
The symbol corresponding to the establishment flag is displayed on the activated line by 51.
It is possible to stop as much as possible. When the reels 14, 15, 16 are stopped,
The combination of stop symbols on the activated line is determined in advance.
If it is a combination of predetermined symbols, that is, a combination of small symbols
Combination of replay symbols, big bonus symbols
If it is a combination of regular bonus symbols, control
The device 51 is connected to each stop symbol through the display drive circuit 82.
The number of game balls to be paid out in accordance with the
Display. The control device 51 sends a table to the acquired number display section 39.
In parallel with the display, the number of game balls according to the combination of each stop symbol
Is paid out for paying out as a game value. Heel
As a general rule, the controller 51 pays out the game balls to be paid out.
By driving the payout mechanism 90 via the circuit 83,
It is paid out as a real game ball directly to the upper saucer 4 etc.
You. However, the operation of the changeover switch 36 is controlled by a changeover detection sensor.
69 detects that the control device 51 is in the credit mode.
If it is determined that the maximum value (2
If it does not reach 50), it will be paid directly
Without driving the mechanism 90, the credit game ball (virtual
Game ball). In this case, the control device 5
1 is the number of game balls that have been credited
Add the number of obtained game balls and display according to the added value
The display control is performed so that the remaining number display unit 38 performs the display. Of course,
Even in this case, the maximum value that can be stored and stored is 250
The game ball is directly paid out from the payout mechanism 90 for the amount exceeding the amount.
You. [0107] The symbols aligned on the activated line are small roles.
In the case of a design or a combination of designs with no payout
, The normal game is continued. On the other hand,
If the combination of the symbols
Replay game control means the next game for free
A replay game that can be performed is executed. Also,
Combination of symbols on the active line is a regular bonus
Regular bonus control if the combination of symbols
A regular bonus game is executed by the means. Also, a combination of symbols aligned on the active line
Is a combination of big bonus symbols.
Big bonus game is executed by the minus control means.
It is. Here, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the big bo
A predetermined number of games (30 games)
Of the game or the end of the three jack-in games)
In addition, the number of payout balls reaches the upper limit (specifically, 2250)
Is configured to include the condition of whether
You. Therefore, 30 games or 3 jack-in games
225, where the number of payout game balls is the upper limit without waiting for the end of
When the number reaches 0, the big bonus game ends there.
So that you don't over-explore
are doing. It should be noted that the small role design, replay design, regular
-Bonus symbols, big bonus symbols, etc. are on the active line
In this case, the control device 51 controls the display drive circuit 82
To control the display of each annunciator,
When the transition to the game or the bonus game completion is displayed and notified
Both drive the speaker via the speaker drive circuit 85
Control and give voice notification. The sound from these speakers
Voice alerts have a large benefit from returning game value to players
The more exaggerated, the higher the volume (or the higher the tone)
Or change the rhythm, etc.)
No. The same applies to the display mode of each notification unit, for example,
In a big bonus game, such as blinking rapidly
By changing the display mode as described above.
The magnitude of the profit can be inferred to the player. The gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment is
As described above, in the direct mode,
Switch 31M is operated, and the game ball on the upper saucer 4 is
Mechanically captures up to 15 pieces by the capture mechanism 91
This allows one play based on the operation of the start lever 25.
Performing a game (one game) is the basis of game progress
ing. Therefore, 15 game balls are mechanically captured.
A few seconds before the game starts
Period. Using this period, in the present embodiment,
Bet switches 31, 31 during the direct mode
M must be operated (this determination is made by the controller 51
Do), a big bonus flag is displayed on the auxiliary display unit 41.
Or a display that indicates the establishment of the regular bonus flag
The display is controlled by the auxiliary display unit 41 to perform the operation. Subordinate
For example, for example, the display content
By displaying such as "rate 80%", the player
Was a big bonus game in this game
Can give them the expectation that
Tired of playing even while waiting for the game to start
There is no advantage. The big bonus flag and
And the regular bonus flag is actually
The chart will be carried over as long as the symbol is not stopped.
It is possible to produce presentations. It should be noted that the present invention is limited to the contents described in the above embodiment.
Instead, for example, the following may be performed. (A) In the above embodiment, the direct mode
Bet switches 31 and 31M are operated during
During the time lag between play times (games),
To solve the problem of
Display the expected value of big bonus etc.
However, as the above condition, during the operation of the capturing mechanism 91,
Or, between the operation command and the stop command of the intake mechanism 91, etc.
May be. (B) In the above embodiment, the game ball capture period
As a display of the auxiliary display unit 41 during the waiting time (during the waiting time)
What directly displays the expected value of acquisition such as big bonus
However, the display may be indirectly suggested. example
For example, during the period, a predetermined
Display a game, and a predetermined condition is satisfied in the game
Means that the bonus game flag is established
Things. In addition, every time during capture of game ball
Instead of displaying, a predetermined condition such as 1/10 probability
When the condition is satisfied, display may be performed. Also in the display
For example, the game progress method by the gaming machine 1
Demonstration display, information provision such as benefits from the game hall to players
It can also be used as useful information
No. In particular, taking into account the relatively long game ball capture time
Information by changing the display contents over time.
Providing information can reduce waiting time by providing the information itself.
You can bar and keep your players bored. (C) In the above embodiment, the game ball capture period
During the waiting time (during the waiting time), the display of the auxiliary display unit 41
Display effect was performed, but other display units (for example,
Display of reel lamps in reels 14 to 16)
May be directed, or the sound from the speaker
It may be based. (D) Set the max credit switch 40
It is embodied when it is provided, but the Max Credit
Instead of providing the switch 40, the changeover switch 36
Is set to credit mode,
A game ball may be taken in. Or, switch
When the credit mode is set by the switch 36
And when a special operation is performed, the game ball is taken in.
It may be done. (E) In the above embodiment, the predetermined number
If the game balls below “5” remain, place one bet
It is configured to be unable to play games depending on
Even in the case of one, one by one or once for the remaining
Alternatively, it may be configured so that a game can be played. This
In the case of, for example, you can get a big bonus game etc.
Probability varies according to the number of game balls used for that game time
Preferably. (F) Mac in credit mode
When the credit switch 40 is turned on,
The take-in mechanism 91 is operated so that the maximum number of memories is 250
Configuration, but it is not always necessary to
The configuration may not be embedded and stored. For example, Mac
Credit switch instead of credit switch 40
As the credit switch in the credit mode
If is turned on, the number of game balls stored
Is a predetermined number 5 or a maximum input number 15 or more,
And a certain number less than the maximum storage number of 250 (eg,
For example, 50, 100, 150, 200, etc.)
You may make it take in. Such a configuration
Players are not concerned about the shortage of virtual gaming balls.
While you can enjoy the game with peace of mind, you can also add game balls
As there is room to remember,
In the case where game balls are paid out in the state,
The payout can be stored as a virtual game ball.
As a result, when the game balls are actually paid out to the upper saucer 4, etc.
It is possible to significantly reduce the time required for dispensing compared to
it can. As a result, the game progresses more smoothly
Can be. (G) Big bonus in the above embodiment
A gaming machine 1 having a game and a regular bonus game
Was explained, but it may be applied to other gaming machines.
No. For example, during a big bonus game,
Game content is different and the expected number of
May have several big bonus games
In this case, in this case, the "red 7"
It can be identified by making it different from “White 7” design
do it. Also, omit the regular bonus game
Omission of the big bonus game
It may be done. Furthermore, after the big bonus game
The predetermined conditions are satisfied (the predetermined number of games have been completed, the predetermined flag
The game can proceed while suppressing the consumption of medals
As a system with various added value such as juncture game function
Is also good. (H) The design of the reels 14, 15, 16
Not only pictures, numbers, letters, etc. but also geometric lines and figures
It may be a shape or the like. Also, the pattern is composed by light, color, etc.
It is also possible to construct
The pattern can be composed, and even if these are combined,
Can comprise a handle. That is, the symbol is the information (identity)
Any other information may be used as long as it has a function as the separate information. (I) Of the game balls in the above embodiment,
Number of inserts per bet (predetermined number), maximum number of inserts, number of payouts
The numbers and the like are merely examples, and are not particularly limited to the above values.
It is not something to be done. (J) Lending button 6, card return button
One or two of the remaining card number display sections 8
One is provided at a position separate from the gaming machine 1.
You may.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a front view of a gaming machine according to one embodiment. FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram showing a symbol arrangement of each reel of the gaming machine. FIG. 3 is a block circuit diagram of the gaming machine. FIG. 4 is a diagram schematically illustrating a configuration of a capturing mechanism. [Description of Signs] 1 ... Game machine, 2 ... Machine body, 3 ... Front panel, 4
... upper tray, 5 lower tray, 14 left reel constituting variable display means, 15 middle reel constituting variable display means, 1
6: Right reel constituting variable display means, 25 ... Start lever as variable operation means, 27, 28, 29 ... Stop switch as stop operation means, 31 ... 1-bet switch constituting insertion means, 31M ... Insertion means , A control device as a control means, a display control means, a capture detection sensor, 90,
Dispensing mechanism, 91 ... intake mechanism.

Claims (1)

Claims: 1. A gaming machine comprising a capturing means for capturing a game ball, and capable of executing a game one game time when a predetermined number of game balls are captured, wherein the game ball is provided by the capturing means. A game machine provided with an information providing means for providing predetermined information to a player while the game is being taken.