JP4475356B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine.

Conventionally, as a kind of gaming machine, in a predetermined gaming area, an operating port or the like through which a gaming ball guided to the gaming area can be won is provided, and due to the winning of the gaming ball there , for example, a display device There is known a pachinko machine in which a gaming state such as a variation state in which symbols are variably displayed is derived. In such a pachinko machine, based on the winning of game ball into the working opening, etc., a predetermined game value is given.

In the pachinko machine, when the attempt is made to improve the interest increases the chance Yu technique condition is derived, it is conceivable to increase the winning number of game balls into the working port, and the like. However, just when increasing the winning number of game balls to the working port, etc., there is a possibility that the game value is granted becomes large. That is, it is difficult to obtain desired game state and game value.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems and the like, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that makes it easy to derive a gaming state and give a gaming value.

  Means effective for achieving the above object will be described below. In addition, the operation | movement etc. are demonstrated as needed.

The gaming machine according to the present invention is
A launching means for launching a game ball;
A predetermined game area in which the launched game ball is guided;
Provided in the gaming area, provided with an upper winning part and a lower winning part arranged side by side in the upper and lower sides, and a specific winning means capable of entering a game ball from each winning part,
A gaming machine capable of giving a predetermined game value based on a game ball entering the specific winning means,
The top winning part is always configured to allow entry,
The lower winning portion is a variable winning portion including a pair of left and right opening and closing members provided so as to be rotatable and displaceable around an axis extending in the depth direction of the gaming machine based on establishment of a predetermined winning condition.
The gaming machine is
A first game value giving means for giving a first game value set corresponding to the winning game part based on a game ball entering the winning game part;
A second game value giving means for giving a second game value greater than the first game value set corresponding to the lower prize unit, based on the game ball entering the lower prize unit;
A first guide channel for guiding a game ball entering from the top winning portion to a predetermined position;
A second guide channel for guiding a game ball entering from the lower winning portion to a predetermined position;
Driving means for driving the opening and closing member,
The first guide channel has a first depth channel capable of rolling the game ball in the depth direction of the gaming machine after the game ball has entered from the top winning portion, and the second guide channel is Having a second depth channel capable of rolling the gaming ball in the depth direction of the gaming machine after the gaming ball has entered from the lower winning portion,
The drive means is provided to be located below the first depth channel and above the second depth channel,
The first guide channel is configured to guide the game ball while avoiding the drive means in the lateral direction of the game machine,
The first guide channel has a first change portion that can change a rolling direction of a game ball that has rolled the first depth channel in a lateral direction of the gaming machine, and the second guide channel includes the first guide channel, Having a second changer capable of changing the rolling direction of the gaming ball rolling in the second depth channel in the gaming machine longitudinal direction;
The first change unit is provided so as to be positioned above the second change unit in the gaming machine vertical direction , and the first change unit and the second change unit are provided so as to be positioned on the same depth surface. that is has as its gist.

  According to the present invention, it is easy to obtain desired game state and game value.

It is a front view which shows the pachinko machine in one embodiment. It is a front view which shows a game board. It is a front view of a start winning unit. FIG. 4 is a partial cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. 3 for illustrating a start winning unit. FIG. 4 is a partial cross-sectional view taken along line BB in FIG. 3 for explaining a start winning unit. It is a block diagram for demonstrating the electric constitution of a pachinko machine. It is a figure for demonstrating the start winning unit in another embodiment. It is a figure for demonstrating the start winning unit in another embodiment. It is a figure for demonstrating the start winning unit in another embodiment. It is a figure for demonstrating the start winning unit in another embodiment. It is a figure for demonstrating the discharge flow path, the switch for winning parts, etc. in another embodiment. It is a figure for demonstrating the discharge flow path, the switch for winning parts, etc. in another embodiment.

Means 1. A launching means for launching a game ball;
A game board having a predetermined game area in which the launched game ball is guided;
In the game area, comprising a specific winning means capable of winning a game ball,
A gaming machine capable of giving a predetermined number or a predetermined amount of game value and deriving a predetermined gaming state based on winning a game ball to the specific winning means,
The specific winning means includes at least one first winning portion and at least one second winning portion,
It is set so that the number or amount of game value given when winning from the second winning part is larger than the number or amount of game value given when the game ball is won from the first winning part. A gaming machine characterized by that.

  According to the above means 1, the specific winning means includes at least one first winning portion and at least one second winning portion, and a game given when a game ball wins from the first winning portion. The number or amount of game values given when winning from the second winning portion is larger than the number or amount of values. Therefore, for example, as compared with a gaming machine having a specific winning means provided with only one winning portion and having a uniform number or amount of gaming values given per winning, it is given as described above. By providing multiple winning units in the specific winning means that are set so that the number or amount of game values to be obtained are different, it becomes easier to consider the balance between derivation of the gaming state and the addition of game value, and the adjustment work is compared. Can be done easily. Furthermore, since the winning portions having different set numbers or set amounts of game values that can be given are separately provided, for example, a specific winning means having only one winning portion is provided, and a game given by predetermined control Compared to a gaming machine configured to change the number or amount of values, the player can easily recognize the number or amount of gaming values that can be given. Note that the awarding of the game value includes payout of a prize ball (game ball) as an actual game value. In this case, a prize ball (game ball) corresponds to the game value. Further, the provision of the game value includes displaying the number of prize balls (game balls) stored and stored as virtual game values on a predetermined display means. In this case, the stored value corresponds to the game value.

  Mean 2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the first winning part and the second winning part are integrally formed.

  According to the means 2, the first winning part and the second winning part can be integrated to prevent an increase in the number of members, and the work of arranging the specific winning means on the game board can be simplified.

  Means 3. In the means 1 or 2, the specific winning means includes a base disposed on the gaming board, and the base is provided with the first winning part and the second winning part. .

  According to the means 3, the first winning part and the second winning part are integrally provided on the base to prevent an increase in the number of members and simplify the work of arranging the specific winning means on the game board. Can do.

  Means 4. A gaming machine according to any one of means 1 to means 3, wherein the first winning part and the second winning part are arranged in parallel vertically.

  According to the above means 4, since the first winning part and the second winning part are provided side by side in the direction of falling of the game ball, even if the game ball has not won the winning part in the upper position, it is still There remains an opportunity to win the prize-winning club in the lower position. Therefore, the player can keep an eye on the behavior of the game ball and enjoy the behavior of the game ball for a longer time.

  Means 5. In any one of the means 1 to means 4, at least one of the first winning part and the second winning part has a closed position where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win based on establishment of a predetermined winning condition, and a game A game machine characterized in that it is a variable winning portion comprising at least one opening / closing member that can be displaced between an open position where a ball can be won or can be easily won.

  According to the means 5, since the predetermined winning portion is the variable winning portion, the number or amount of game values given per winning and the winning rate to the winning portion can be changed. As a result, further diversification of games can be achieved.

Means 6. In any one of means 1 to means 3, the first winning part and the second winning part are arranged in parallel vertically,
The first winning part or the second winning part located in the lower position includes a closed position where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win based on the establishment of a predetermined winning condition, and an open position where the game ball can be won or easy to win. A game machine characterized in that it is a variable winning portion including at least one opening / closing member displaceable between the two.

  According to the means 6, since the winning portion at the lower position is a variable winning portion, it is easy to win from the winning portion at the lower position that tends to be relatively difficult to win when the predetermined winning condition is satisfied.

  Mean 7 In the means 6, when the opening / closing member is in the closed position, the game ball cannot pass or is difficult to pass between the tip portion of the opening / closing member and the first winning portion or the second winning portion located at the upper position. The gaming machine is configured so that the tip portion is in contact with, substantially in contact with, or adjacent to the predetermined winning portion.

  According to the above means 7, when the opening / closing member is in the predetermined closed position, the game ball is configured to be unable to win or difficult to win in the winning portion located at the lower position. The (guide member) does not have to be configured so that the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win, and the number of parts can be reduced, the configuration can be simplified, and the like.

Means 8. In any one of means 1 to means 3, the first winning part and the second winning part are arranged in parallel vertically,
The first winning part or the second winning part located at the upper position is a closed position where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win based on the establishment of a predetermined winning condition, and an open position where the game ball can be won or easy to win. A game machine characterized in that it is a variable winning portion including at least one opening / closing member displaceable between the two.

  According to the means 8, since the winning portion in the upper position is a variable winning portion, the game ball can be more easily won from the winning portion in the upper position when the predetermined winning condition is satisfied.

  Means 9. In the means 8, when the opening / closing member is in the closed position, the opening / closing member is provided with a guiding portion capable of guiding the game ball to the first winning portion or the second winning portion. To play.

  According to the means 9, by providing the guiding portion, it is possible to increase the number of winning game balls to the lower winning portion. Furthermore, since the guide part is provided on the opening / closing member, the game ball can pass through the position where the higher prize-winning part is provided, and the space on the game board surface can be effectively utilized.

Means 10. In the means 3, the first winning portion and the second winning portion are arranged in the vertical direction in the base portion,
In the base portion, at least one through hole penetrating toward the game board surface is formed in a portion sandwiched between the first winning portion and the second winning portion,
The first winning part or the second winning part located in the lower position includes a closed position where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win based on the establishment of a predetermined winning condition, and an open position where the game ball can be won or easy to win. A variable winning portion comprising at least one opening / closing member displaceable between
When the opening / closing member is in the closed position, the game ball surface corresponding to the through hole is predetermined on the game board surface so that the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win to the first winning portion or the second winning portion located in the lower position. A gaming machine, characterized in that a regulating member is provided.

  According to the means 10, when the opening / closing member is in the predetermined closed position, the game ball is configured to be unable to win or difficult to win in the lower winning portion, and whether or not the predetermined winning condition is satisfied. As a result, the number or amount of game values that can be given and the winning rate to the winning portion change, so that further diversification of games can be achieved.

Means 11. In the means 3, the first winning portion and the second winning portion are arranged in the vertical direction in the base portion,
In the base portion, at least one through hole penetrating toward the game board surface is formed in a portion sandwiched between the first winning portion and the second winning portion,
A gaming machine, wherein a guide member capable of guiding a game ball to the first winning portion or the second winning portion located at a lower position is provided on a gaming board surface corresponding to the through hole.

  According to the means 11, by providing the guide member, it is possible to easily adjust the winning rate of the game ball to the winning portion located at the lower level.

  Means 12. In the means 11, the first winning part or the second winning part located at the lower position is a closed position where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win based on establishment of a predetermined winning condition, and the game ball can be won or easy to win. What is claimed is: 1. A gaming machine comprising a variable winning portion including at least one opening / closing member that can be displaced between an open position.

  According to the means 12, since the winning portion at the lower position is a variable winning portion, it is easy to win from the winning portion at the lower position that tends to be relatively difficult to win when the predetermined winning condition is satisfied.

  Means 13. In the means 11, the first winning part or the second winning part located at the upper position is configured such that the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win based on establishment of a predetermined winning condition, and the game ball can be won or easy to win. What is claimed is: 1. A gaming machine comprising a variable winning portion including at least one opening / closing member that can be displaced between an open position.

  According to the means 13, since the winning portion at the upper position is a variable winning portion, the game ball can be more easily won from the winning portion at the upper position when the predetermined winning condition is satisfied.

  Means 14. In any one of the means 5 to 10, the means 12, and the means 13, the opening / closing member is configured to be rotationally displaced about an axis substantially parallel to the game board surface as an axis. .

  Means 15. In any one of the means 5 to 10, the means 12, and the means 13, the opening / closing member is configured to be rotationally displaced about an axis substantially orthogonal to the game board surface as an axis. .

  Means 16. A gaming machine according to any one of means 5 to means 10 and means 12 to means 15, wherein the first winning part is the variable winning part.

  According to the means 16, since the first winning portion is the variable winning portion, a relatively large number of game balls can be easily won from the first winning portion. Even if a relatively large number of game balls are won from the first winning portion, since the number or amount of game values given per winning is small, there is little change in the number of grants or the amount given due to adjustment. Therefore, it is not necessary to make fine adjustments, and the adjustment work can be performed relatively easily.

  Means 17. A gaming machine according to any one of means 5 to means 10 and means 12 to means 15, wherein the second winning part is the variable winning part.

  According to the means 17, since the second winning portion is the variable winning portion, the number of game balls to be won from the second winning portion is likely to increase compared to the case where the second winning portion is not the variable winning portion. The number or amount of game values to be given is likely to increase. For example, if the predetermined winning conditions are established relatively frequently, when the game value is given out by paying out a prize ball (game ball), the player has a relatively small decrease in game balls. Thus, the player can concentrate on the game without having to worry about the decrease of the game ball relatively frequently.

  Means 18. Any one of means 1 to means 17 is configured to generate a specific gaming state based on establishment of a specific generation condition resulting from winning of a game ball to the first winning part or the second winning part. A gaming machine characterized by

Means 19. In any one of the means 5 to 10, and the means 12 to 17, the specific addition state is configured to occur based on the establishment of the specific addition condition.
The gaming machine is configured such that the ratio of the opening / closing member to the open position increases during the occurrence of the specific addition state compared to a case where the addition state does not occur.

  According to the means 19, since the ratio of the opening / closing member to the open position increases during the occurrence of the specific addition state, the occurrence of the specific prize-winning means during the occurrence of the specific addition state is greater than when no additional state has occurred. The number of winnings is likely to increase, and the number or amount of game values given is likely to increase. Therefore, in the case where the game value is given out by paying out a prize ball (game ball), the decrease of the game ball held by the player is relatively small during the occurrence of the specific addition state, and the player You can concentrate on the game without worrying about the decrease relatively frequently. The “increasing the rate at which the opening / closing member is in the open position” may include “increasing the number of times the opening / closing member is in the open position”. It may be included that “the time in the open position becomes longer”, or “the opening / closing member is in the closed position by winning a predetermined number of game balls to the variable winning portion”. And “increased number of winnings” or “increased probability that the opening / closing member is in the open position” may be included (the same applies to the means 20). . Further, when the first winning portion is the variable winning portion, even if the ratio of the opening / closing member to the open position is increased, the number or amount of game values given per winning is small, so the player The number or amount of game values that can be acquired is generally reduced, and as a result, the game store tends to be advantageous. In addition, when the second winning portion is the variable winning portion and the ratio of the opening / closing member to the open position increases, the number or amount of game values given per winning increases, and as a result, the game It is easy to become a situation that is advantageous to the person.

Means 20. In any one of the means 5 to 10 and the means 12 to 17, the specific gaming state is generated based on the establishment of the specific generation condition resulting from the winning of the game ball to the first winning part or the second winning part. Composed of
Based on the establishment of the specific additional condition, it is configured to generate a specific additional state,
The gaming machine is configured such that the ratio of the opening / closing member to the open position increases during the occurrence of the specific addition state compared to a case where the addition state does not occur.

  According to the means 20, since the ratio of the opening / closing member to the open position increases during the occurrence of the specific addition state, the variable prize is obtained during the generation of the specific addition state compared to when the specific addition state does not occur. It is easy to increase the number of winnings to the club and to increase the number or amount of game values to be given. Therefore, in the case where the game value is given out by paying out a prize ball (game ball), the decrease of the game ball held by the player is relatively small during the occurrence of the specific addition state, and the player You can concentrate on the game without worrying about the decrease relatively frequently. Further, when the first winning portion is the variable winning portion, even if the ratio of the opening / closing member to the open position is increased, the number or amount of game values given per winning is small, so the player The number or amount of game values that can be acquired is generally reduced, and as a result, the game store tends to be advantageous. In addition, when the second winning portion is the variable winning portion and the ratio of the opening / closing member to the open position increases, the number or amount of game values given per winning increases, and as a result, the game It is easy to become a situation that is advantageous to the person.

  Means 21. In means 18 or 20, the game ball is switched from a closed state in which the game ball is difficult or impossible to win based on the establishment of the specific occurrence condition to an open state in which the game ball can be easily won or can be won based on the establishment of the specific release condition. A gaming machine comprising a variable winning means that can be used.

Means 22. In any one of the means 1 to 21, a first guide channel for guiding a game ball to be won from the first winning portion to a predetermined portion, and a first guide passage for guiding the game ball to be won from the second winning portion to a predetermined portion. With 2 guide channels,
First detection means for detecting a game ball in the first guide flow path; and second detection means for detecting a game ball in the second guide flow path;
A grant control means for performing processing related to the provision of a game value based on a detection signal from the detection means; and a game control means for performing a game state derivation process based on the detection signal from the detection means,
When the detection signal from the first detection means is input, the assignment control means performs a process relating to the provision of a game value corresponding to the first winning portion, and inputs the detection signal from the second detection means In such a case, a process related to the provision of game value corresponding to the second winning part is performed,
The gaming machine, wherein the game control means performs a game state derivation process when a detection signal from the first detection means or the second detection means is input.

  According to the means 22, in order to perform the process relating to the provision of the game value corresponding to each winning portion and derive the gaming state based on the detection signals that are individually independent from the first detection means or the second detection means. Can be processed. Therefore, it is not necessary to separately provide a detection means for deriving the gaming state, so that the configuration of the gaming machine can be simplified. Note that the processing relating to the provision of the game value includes a prize ball (game ball) payout process, and the grant control means includes a payout control means for performing a game ball payout process.

Means 23. In any one of the means 1 to 21, a first guide channel for guiding a game ball to be won from the first winning portion to a predetermined portion, and a first guide passage for guiding the game ball to be won from the second winning portion to a predetermined portion. Two guide channels, and a collective guide channel obtained by joining the first guide channel and the second guide channel,
First detection means for detecting game balls in the first guide flow path, second detection means for detecting game balls in the second guide flow path, and collective part detection for detecting game balls in the collective guide flow path Means and
A grant control means for performing processing related to the provision of a game value based on a detection signal from the detection means; and a game control means for performing a game state derivation process based on the detection signal from the detection means,
When the detection signal from both the first detection unit and the gathering unit detection unit is input, the grant control unit performs a process relating to the provision of a game value corresponding to the first winning unit, and the second detection unit And when the detection signals from both of the gathering part detection means are input, a process relating to the provision of the game value corresponding to the second winning part is performed,
The gaming machine is characterized in that when a detection signal is input from the gathering part detection means, a gaming state derivation process is performed.

  According to the means 23 described above, it is possible to perform processing relating to the provision of the game value corresponding to the first winning part or the second winning part based on the detection signal from the first detecting means or the second detecting means, and both winning parts The process for deriving the gaming state corresponding to the above can be performed based on the detection signal from the detection means from the gathering part detection means. In addition, even when game balls are won from both the first winning part and the second winning part at substantially the same time, since both the game balls are collected in the collective guide channel, the time detected by the collecting part detecting means Will be different. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a problem that the timing for starting the process for deriving the gaming state overlaps.

Means 24. In any one of the means 1 to 21, a first guide channel for guiding a game ball to be won from the first winning portion to a predetermined portion, and a first guide passage for guiding the game ball to be won from the second winning portion to a predetermined portion. Two guide channels, and a collective guide channel obtained by joining the first guide channel and the second guide channel,
First detection means for detecting game balls in the first guide flow path, second detection means for detecting game balls in the second guide flow path, and collective part detection for detecting game balls in the collective guide flow path Means and
A grant control means for performing processing related to the provision of a game value based on a detection signal from the detection means; and a game control means for performing a game state derivation process based on the detection signal from the detection means,
When the detection signal from the first detection means is input, the assignment control means performs a process relating to the provision of a game value corresponding to the first winning portion, and inputs the detection signal from the second detection means In such a case, a process related to the provision of game value corresponding to the second winning part is performed,
The gaming machine is characterized in that when a detection signal is input from the gathering part detection means, a gaming state derivation process is performed.

  According to the means 24 described above, it is possible to perform processing relating to the provision of the game value corresponding to the first winning part or the second winning part based on the detection signal from the first detecting means or the second detecting means, and both winning parts The process for deriving the gaming state corresponding to the above can be performed based on the detection signal from the detection means from the gathering part detection means. In addition, the processing relating to the provision of the game value and the derivation processing of the gaming state are configured to be performed based on detection signals from different detection means. Even if it occurs, it is possible to reduce problems that prevent both processing relating to the provision of gaming value and gaming state derivation processing. Further, the start timings of the predetermined game state derivation process and the game value assignment process can be shifted by the arrangement configuration of the various detection means. Accordingly, it is not necessary to perform a plurality of processes at the same time, and as a result, the control process can be simplified. Note that the processing relating to the provision of the game value includes a prize ball (game ball) payout process, and the grant control means includes a payout control means for performing a game ball payout process.

Means 25. In any one of the means 1 to 21, a first guide channel for guiding a game ball to be won from the first winning portion to a predetermined portion, and a first guide passage for guiding the game ball to be won from the second winning portion to a predetermined portion. Two guide channels, and a collective guide channel obtained by joining the first guide channel and the second guide channel,
First detection means for detecting game balls in the first guide flow path or the second guide flow path, and an assembly part detection means for detecting game balls in the collective guide flow path,
A grant control means for performing processing related to the provision of a game value based on a detection signal from the detection means; and a game control means for performing a game state derivation process based on the detection signal from the detection means,
When the detection signal from the first detection unit and the gathering unit detection unit is input, the grant control unit performs a process related to a game value grant corresponding to either the first winning unit or the second winning unit. If a detection signal is input only from the collective part detection means, a process related to the provision of game value corresponding to the other is performed,
The gaming machine is characterized in that when a detection signal is input from the gathering part detection means, a gaming state derivation process is performed.

  According to the above means 25, even when it is difficult to provide detection means in both the first guide channel and the second guide channel due to the configuration of the gaming machine, the game value corresponding to each winning portion is given. And a process for deriving the gaming state corresponding to each winning portion. Note that the processing relating to the provision of the game value includes a prize ball (game ball) payout process, and the grant control means includes a payout control means for performing a game ball payout process.

Means 26. In any one of means 1 to 25, a special display means capable of variably displaying a plurality of identification information is provided,
A gaming machine characterized in that a gaming state in which a change in the identification information starts is derived based on a winning of a game ball to the specific winning means.

Means 27. In any one of the means 1 to means 26, a special variable winning device is provided that can be switched between a closed state in which the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball can be won or can be easily won,
A gaming machine characterized in that a gaming state in which the special variable winning device is in the open state is derived based on a winning of a game ball to the specific winning means.

  Means 28. In any one of means 1 to means 27, the gaming machine is a pachinko machine. Above all, the basic configuration of the pachinko machine is provided with a handle as an operation means, and according to the handle operation, a game ball is launched into a predetermined game area, and the game is applied to a specific winning means provided in the game area. Due to the winning of the ball, various gaming states are derived.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment in which a pachinko gaming machine (hereinafter simply referred to as “pachinko machine”) is embodied as a gaming machine will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 1 includes an outer frame 2 and a front frame 3 provided at the front thereof. The front frame 3 is mounted so as to be openable and closable at one side of the outer frame 2. A glass door frame 4 is provided on the front side of the front frame 3 so as to be opened and closed at one side. An upper plate 5 for storing a game ball B (see FIG. 2) is provided at the lower portion of the glass door frame 4. A lower plate 6 is provided below the glass door frame 4, and a handle 7 is provided on the side thereof. The handle 7 is connected to a game ball launcher 94 (see FIG. 6).

  A game board 8 (see FIG. 2) is detachably attached to the rear side of the front frame 3 (the back of the glass door frame 4 and the inside of the outer frame 2). The game ball launching device constitutes the launching means in the present embodiment, and the player can launch the game ball B toward the upper part of the game board 8 by rotating the handle 7.

  Inside the front frame 3 (on the side of the upper plate 5) is a speaker 9 (see FIG. 6) for sounding various sound effects as the game progresses and for notifying the player of the game state and the like by voice. Buried. A collective board 80 (see FIG. 4 and the like), which will be described later, is attached to the rear side of the front frame 3 (the rear side of the game board 8).

  As shown in FIG. 2, an inner rail 10 a and an outer rail 10 b that guide the game ball B launched by the game ball launcher to the upper part of the game board 8 are provided on one side of the game board 8.

  A plurality of openings are formed in the game board 8 by performing router processing, and various members are attached to the openings as described below.

  At the lower part of the game board 8, a start winning unit 11 and a special winning opening 12 are provided. The start winning unit 11 constitutes a specific winning means in the present embodiment, and includes a lower winning portion 49 as a second winning portion and an upper winning portion 50 as a first winning portion as will be described later. In the present embodiment, a portion of the game board 8 surrounded by the inner rail 10a and the outer rail 10b and provided with the start winning unit 11 and the like is a game area where the game ball B can flow down. .

  A seesaw 14 is provided at the back of the big prize opening 12, and a V zone 15 and a winning path 16 are provided at the side of the seesaw 14.

  A shutter 17 that opens and closes the big prize opening 12 is provided in front of the big prize opening 12. The shutter 17 is actuated by a large winning opening solenoid 18 provided on the side of the large winning opening 12. Specifically, when a specific opening condition based on the establishment of a specific generation condition described later is satisfied and the special winning opening solenoid 18 is in an excited state, the shutter 17 is substantially horizontal and the special winning opening 12 is opened. When the special winning opening solenoid 18 is in the non-excited state, the shutter 17 is substantially vertical and the special winning opening 12 is closed. Therefore, the special winning opening 12 constitutes a variable winning means in the present embodiment.

  A seesaw solenoid 19 is provided at one side of the big prize opening 12. Usually, the seesaw solenoid 19 is in a non-excited state. At this time, the seesaw 14 is tilted toward the V zone 15. Further, when the seesaw solenoid 19 is in an excited state, the seesaw 14 is inclined toward the winning path 16. That is, when the game ball B wins the big winning opening 12, the game ball B is guided to either the V zone 15 or the winning path 16 by the inclination of the seesaw 14. In the present embodiment, when at least one game ball B passes through the V zone 15 in the open state of the special winning opening 12 (shutter 17), the seesaw solenoid 19 is excited. When the shutter 17 is closed, it is configured to return to the non-excited state again.

  A special symbol display device 20 as a special display means is incorporated in the center of the game board 8. The special symbol display device 20 includes a display unit 20a including a liquid crystal display (LCD), and can display identification symbols as identification information, various characters, and the like. In the present embodiment, for example, a plurality of types of identification symbols are variably displayed in the left symbol display area 21, the middle symbol display area 22, and the right symbol display area 23 as the variable areas of the display unit 20a. Here, various gaming states are derived according to the stop mode (combination) of the identification symbols displayed in a fixed stop display in each of the symbol display areas 21 to 23. Examples of the various game states include a change in identification symbol, a big hit state as a specific game state, a reach state, a disengaged state, and the like.

  Here, the jackpot state is a state advantageous to the player that is generated based on the specific occurrence condition being satisfied from the normal gaming state (a state in which the game ball B gradually decreases), which is a relatively disadvantageous state for the player. Say. When the big hit state occurs, the identification symbol is stopped and displayed in a specific stop mode. For example, it is stopped and displayed in a specific combination such as “7”, “7”, and “7”. Note that the identification symbol that is displayed with a fixed stop when the jackpot state is derived is referred to as a jackpot symbol.

  The reach state refers to one state in the process of reaching the big hit state, and refers to a state in which the reach mode as the specific display mode is established on the display unit 20a based on the stop mode of the plurality of identification symbols. An identification symbol that establishes the reach mode is referred to as a reach symbol. Further, various display effects represented by various reach effects are also performed along with the variation display of the identification symbols.

  The disengaged state is a state in which different types of symbols (referred to as “disappeared symbols”) are stopped in the symbol display areas 21 to 23, do not go through the reach state, and do not become the big hit state.

  The variation display of the identification symbol is performed based on the game ball B winning the start winning unit 11 (the lower winning portion 49 or the upper winning portion 50). However, when the game ball B newly wins during the variable display, the corresponding variable display is performed after the end of the variable display performed at that time. That is, the variable display is on standby (held).

  Above the display unit 20a, hold lamps 24a, 24b, 24c, and 24d that indicate the number of hold times of the variable display of the identification symbol as described above are incorporated. The hold lamps 24a to 24d are turned on every time the variable display is held, and are turned off when the variable display corresponding to the hold is executed.

  A normal symbol display device 31 is provided on the upper part of the special symbol display device 20. The normal symbol display device 31 includes a holding lamp 32 and a 7-segment display unit 33. A pair of passage gates 34 are disposed on both the left and right sides of the special symbol display device 20. It is assumed that the game balls B that are not discharged from the surface of the game board 8 after detection, such as the passing gate 34, do not correspond to the specific winning means in the present embodiment.

  When the game ball B passes the passage gate 34, the normal symbol display device 31 is activated. The normal symbol display device 31 variably displays numbers from “0” to “9” on the 7-segment display unit 33. When the number stops at a predetermined value, the blades 70 of the lower winning portion 49 are released for a predetermined number of seconds as will be described later. The normal symbol display device 31 can store the number of times the game ball B has passed through the passage gate 34 and displays the number of reservations on the hold lamp 32. Therefore, in a state where all the holding lamps 32 are lit, even if the game ball B passes the passing gate 34, it is not counted. Further, as long as the holding lamp 32 is lit, the normal symbol display device 31 operates as many times as the number of holdings even if the game ball B does not pass through the passing gate 34.

  Further, the game board 8 is provided with various switches for detecting the gaming state of the pachinko machine 1 that changes according to the player's operation. For example, in the present embodiment, a through switch 40, a V-zone switch 42, a count switch 43, a lower winning portion switch 44, and an upper winning portion switch 45 are provided. Here, the through switch 40 detects that the game ball B has passed through the passage gate 34. The V zone switch 42 detects that the game ball B has won the V zone 15 in the big prize opening 12. The count switch 43 detects that the game ball B has won the big winning opening 12. The lower winning unit switch 44 detects that the game ball B has won the lower winning unit 49, and the upper winning unit switch 45 detects that the game ball B has won the upper winning unit 50. Is.

  In addition, various production lamps, electric decoration members, and the like are attached to each part of the pachinko machine 1 to enhance the gaming effect. These lighting lamps, illumination members, and the like (hereinafter simply referred to as lamps 91 (see FIG. 6)) can be turned on (turned off, turned on, blinked, etc.) as the game progresses. Further, the game board 5 is provided with various members (servants) such as nails and windmills in order to disperse and adjust the flow direction of the game ball B appropriately (the reference numerals are omitted for convenience). To do). The nail or the like constitutes a regulating member or a guide member in the present embodiment.

  Here, the start winning unit 11 described above will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. The start winning unit 11 includes a base plate 48 as a base disposed on the surface of the game board 8. A lower winning portion 49 is provided at the lower portion of the base plate 48, and an upper winning portion 50 is provided at the upper portion. In the present embodiment, the winning portion refers to a portion where the game ball B can enter from the 8th surface of the game board.

  First, the part which comprises the lower winning part 49, and its related part are demonstrated. A passage hole 51 through which the game ball B can pass in the front-rear direction is formed in the lower portion of the base plate 48. On the back side of the base plate 48, a bottom wall portion 52 protruding from the lower side portion of the passage hole 51 and a pair of side wall portions 53 connected to the bottom wall portion 52 and protruding from both side portions of the passage hole 51 are provided. It has been.

  The rear portion of the bottom wall portion 52 reaches the collecting plate 80, and the rear end portion thereof is connected to a lower discharge channel 81 formed in the collecting plate 80. The first discharge channel 81 is connected to a ball discharge unit (not shown). The lower winning portion switch 44 is attached in the middle of the lower discharge channel 81. The lower prize winning unit switch 44 constitutes the second detecting means in the present embodiment. The passage hole 51, the bottom wall portion 52, the lower discharge channel 81, the front cover 69 and the blade 70, which will be described later, constitute the second guide channel in the present embodiment. Therefore, the attachment position of the lower prize winning unit switch 44 is not limited to the above position, and may be any part as long as it constitutes the second guide flow path. For example, it is good also as a structure attached to the front cover 69, the passage hole 51 grade | etc.,.

  A solenoid 54 is attached to the upper rear end of the side wall 53. The solenoid 54 includes a plunger 55 that can be driven in the front-rear direction on the base plate 48 side. The plunger 55 has a disc-shaped tip 56 having a larger diameter than the shaft. A coil spring 57 is attached around the shaft portion in a compressed state. Thereby, when the solenoid 54 is in a non-excited state, the plunger 55 is maintained at the protruding position by the biasing force of the coil spring 57. Further, when the solenoid 54 is excited, the plunger 55 is immersed in the solenoid 54, and the plunger 55 is maintained at the immersed position in the excited state.

  A solenoid arm 60 is rotatably supported between the side wall portions 53 in front of the solenoid 54. The solenoid arm 60 includes a pair of arm portions 61 along the side wall portions 53 and two connection bars (a front connection bar 62 and a rear connection bar 63) that connect both the arm portions 61.

  A pair of upper and lower operation portions (upper operation portion 65 and lower operation portion 66) are formed at the front end portions of both arm portions 61 so as to protrude substantially forward. The upper and lower operation parts 65 and 66 are curved so that the tip parts thereof are directed to substantially opposite sides, and a gap that is cut out in a substantially C shape is formed between the operation parts 65 and 66. .

  The front connection bar 62 and the rear connection bar 63 are provided so as to be substantially orthogonal to the longitudinal direction of the arm portion 61, and both end portions in the longitudinal direction are bent downward and are formed on the upper surface portion of each arm portion 61. It is connected. During normal operation (when the solenoid 54 is in a non-excited state), the solenoid arm 60 is tilted forward.

  A front cover 69 having an upper opening is attached to the front surface side of the base plate 48 so as to cover the passage hole 51. A pair of left and right blades 70 are rotatably supported between the front cover 69 and the base plate 48 so as to correspond to both sides of the passage hole 51. The tip portions of both blades 70 protrude outward from the front cover 69. In the present embodiment, the lower winning portion 49 is a variable winning portion having each blade 70 as an opening / closing member.

  A substantially rod-shaped operating element 71 is formed on the back side of the blades 70 so as to protrude rearward. Each operation element 71 protrudes to the back side of the base plate 48 through the passage hole 51, and a rear end part thereof is disposed between the upper and lower operation parts 65 and 66.

  Next, the part which comprises the top winning part 50 and its related part are demonstrated. A concave portion 75 through which the game ball B can pass in the front-rear direction is formed at the upper end portion of the base plate 48. On the front side of the base plate 48, an opening portion 76 having an upper opening is formed so as to cover the front side of the recess 75. On the back side of the base plate 48, a bottom wall 77 that is flush with the lower side of the recess 75 and the bottom of the introduction portion 76, and a pair that projects from both sides of the recess 75 connected to the bottom wall 77. The side wall part 78 is provided. The rear part of the bottom wall part 77 reaches the collecting board 80, and an inclined part 82 connected to the bottom wall part 77 is provided at the rear part. The inclined portion 82 is connected to an upper discharge channel 83 formed in the collecting board 80. The upper discharge channel 83 is connected to a ball discharge unit (not shown). The upper winning portion switch 45 is attached in the middle of the upper discharge channel 83. The top prize winning unit switch 45 constitutes the first detecting means in the present embodiment. Note that the concave portion 75, the introduction portion 76, the bottom wall portion 77, the side wall portion 78, the inclined portion 82, the upper discharge flow channel 83, and the like constitute the first guide flow channel in the present embodiment. Therefore, the attachment position of the top winning portion switch 45 is not limited to the above position, and may be any portion as long as it constitutes the second guide flow path. For example, it is good also as a structure attached to the recessed part 75, the opening part of the introducing | transducing part 76, etc.

  During normal times (when both blades 70 are in the closed position), the tip of each blade 70 is located at a position immediately below the introduction portion 76, and the game ball B enters the lower winning portion 49. It is impossible. On the other hand, it is always possible to enter the top winning portion 50 from above the introduction portion 76.

  When the game balls B won from the winning portions 49 and 50 are not discharged by the discharge paths 81 and 83 but return to the surface of the game board 8 again (for example, a configuration like the passing gate 34) In this case, the game ball B once won from the winning units 49 and 50 may win another winning means, for example, a normal winning slot, etc. Although there was a possibility that it might become complicated, such a malfunction is reduced by setting it as the said structure.

  Next, various control devices (control boards) mounted on the back side of the pachinko machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 6 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of each control device. On the back side of the pachinko machine 1, a main control device (main board) 90 as a game control means, a lamp control board 92 for controlling the lamp 91, a sound control board 93 for controlling the speaker 9, and a launching apparatus 94 are controlled. Various control boards such as a launch control board 95 for controlling the display, a display control board 96 for controlling the special symbol display device 20, and a payout control board 98 for driving and controlling the game ball payout mechanism 97 are provided. The main board 90 and the payout control board 98 constitute application control means (payout control means) in the present embodiment.

  The main board 90 drives and controls the solenoids 18 and 19, the solenoid 54, the special symbol display device 20, the holding lamps 24 a to 24 d, the normal symbol display device 31, and the like based on detection results of various switches such as the through switch 40. Is. The main board 90 includes a read only memory (ROM), a central processing unit (CPU), a random access memory (RAM), and the like. A predetermined control program and initial data are stored in advance in the ROM, and the CPU executes various arithmetic processes according to the ROM control program and the like. The calculation result by the CPU is temporarily stored in the RAM.

  Various counters are set on the main board 90. Specifically, an internal random number counter that determines a jackpot state, a jackpot symbol random number counter that determines a jackpot symbol, a probability variable random number counter that determines whether or not to add a probability variation mode to be described later, and each symbol display area 21 to 23 Various random number counters such as symbol random number counters for determining a stop symbol or the like in are set. In addition, various kinds of counters such as a round counter that counts the number of rounds during a big hit, a winning counter that counts the number of winning game balls B to the big winning opening 12, various holding counters that count the number of holdings such as a variable display, etc. A counting counter is set.

  Each of the random number counters is updated within a predetermined range every predetermined time (for example, “2 ms”). Each value of each counter is read out as a random number according to a predetermined condition and stored in a random number buffer corresponding to each counter. For example, the internal random number counter read when the game ball B won in the start winning unit 11 (the lower winning unit 49 or the upper winning unit 50) is detected by the lower winning unit switch 44 or the upper winning unit switch 45. If the value of is a specific value, the specific occurrence condition is satisfied and the occurrence of the jackpot state is determined. In each counter, when the value of the counter reaches a specific value, it returns to the initial value.

  Next, the basic operation of the pachinko machine 1 configured as described above will be described. When the main board 90 detects that the game ball B has won the lower winning portion 49 or the upper winning portion 50 based on the detection signal from the lower winning portion switch 44 or the upper winning portion switch 45, based on the detection result. The corresponding holding lamps 24a to 24d are turned on. For example, if the two hold lamps 24a and 24b have been turned on until then, the third hold lamp 24c is turned on. However, the case where all the holding lamps 24a to 24d are lit is excluded. Then, the main board 90 adds “1” to the value of the hold counter.

  Then, the main board 90 outputs various commands based on each value of each counter stored in each random number buffer to various control boards such as the display control board 96. Then, the display control board 96 or the like that receives the command performs control corresponding to each command.

  And in the display part 20a, an identification symbol is variably displayed in each symbol display area 21-23, and the fluctuation | variation of an identification symbol is stopped successively after that. At this time, the display control board 96 checks whether or not a reach state is currently occurring. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the identification symbols stopped and displayed in both the left and right symbol display areas 21 and 23 are of the same type on a predetermined jackpot line. When the reach state is not reached, the variation of the identification symbol is stopped so that the stop symbol is confirmed and stopped in the middle symbol display area 22. On the other hand, in the reach state, the display control board 96 performs various reach operation processes.

  Thereafter, the main board 90 outputs a confirmation command to the display control board 96 at a timing corresponding to a predetermined time based on the timer that the main board 90 has. When the display control board 96 receives the confirmation command, the display control board 96 confirms and displays the symbol corresponding to the symbol information when the variation based on the time information of the variation command is completed. For example, when the jackpot state occurs, a command including the symbol information of the jackpot symbol determined by the internal symbol counter is transmitted at the final stage of the reach effect, and the jackpot symbol is confirmed and displayed on the display unit 20a.

  After transmitting the confirmation command to the display control board 96, the main board 90 confirms whether or not the stop mode (combination) of the identification symbols that are confirmed and displayed on the display unit 20a is a big hit. And when the stop mode (combination) of an identification symbol is not a big win, the main board | substrate 90 will repeat the symbol variation process mentioned above, if it confirms that the symbol variation is suspended. Here, when it is confirmed that the symbol variation is not suspended, the main board 90 stands by until a new detection signal is input from the lower winning portion switch 44 or the upper winning portion switch 45.

  When the stop pattern (combination) of the identification symbols is a big hit, the main board 90 clears the round counter to “0” and issues a command to notify the big hit state on the display control board 96, etc. Output to. Thereby, the jackpot notification display is performed on the display unit 20a.

  Next, the main board 90 clears the winning counter to “0” and sets a predetermined flag for winning determination to “0”. The round counter is incremented by “1”. Subsequently, the main board 90 excites the solenoid 18 for the special prize opening, thereby tilting the shutter 17 to be in a substantially horizontal state and opening the special prize opening 12. As a result, the game ball B wins into the V zone 15 and the winning path 16, and a big hit state is obtained so that the player can acquire a large number of pachinko balls.

  During the big hit state, the main board 90 appropriately determines whether or not the value of the winning counter is smaller than a predetermined value. When this determination condition is satisfied, the main board 90 determines whether or not the scheduled closing time of the special winning opening 12 has not yet arrived. If the scheduled closing time has not arrived, the main board 90 continuously repeats this determination process. Therefore, unless the number of game balls B that are more than a predetermined value is won after the opening of the big winning opening 12 or the scheduled closing time has come, the big winning opening 12 is kept open. If more game balls B win than the predetermined value or the scheduled closing time comes, the main board 90 demagnetizes the large winning opening solenoid 18. As a result, the shutter 17 is raised to a substantially vertical state, and the special winning opening 12 is closed.

  Thereafter, the main board 90 determines whether or not the value of the round counter is smaller than a predetermined value. When the value of the round counter is smaller than the predetermined value, the main board 90 determines whether or not there is a prize. Here, if there is a prize, the main board 90 repeats this process. Therefore, once the big hit gaming state occurs, the big winning opening 12 repeats the opening / closing cycle until the continuation condition by the game ball B winning the V zone 15 is satisfied a predetermined number of times. For example, assume that the predetermined value of the winning counter is set to “10”, the opening time of the big winning opening 4 is set to “about 29.5 seconds”, and the predetermined value of the round counter is set to “16”. In such a case, after the grand prize opening 12 is opened, either (1) 10 game balls B win the big prize opening 12 or (2) about 29.5 seconds have passed. When the above condition is satisfied, the special winning opening 12 is closed. The opening / closing cycle of the big prize opening 12 is repeated up to 16 times on condition that the game ball B wins the V zone 15.

  If the value of the round counter is equal to or greater than the predetermined value or there is no winning, the main board 50 outputs a command notifying that to the display control board 96 that the jackpot state has ended. And the display part 20a displays that the big hit state has been completed.

  In the present embodiment, the game mode is switched based on the establishment of the specific additional condition. As this game mode, two modes are prepared in the present embodiment. For example, a normal mode in which a jackpot gaming state is generated with a low probability of about 1/300 and a high probability mode in which a jackpot gaming state is generated with a high probability of about 1/60, which is about five times (hereinafter referred to as “probability change for convenience”). Mode)). The next game mode is configured so as to be determined by the main board 90 based on the value of the probability variable random number counter when determining the jackpot state. Here, the probability variation mode corresponds to the specific addition state in the present embodiment. Note that the normal mode is set when the pachinko machine 1 is powered on.

  In general, the concept of the probability variation mode is as follows: (1) Increasing the probability that a predetermined value is displayed on the 7-segment display unit 33 as compared with the normal time, and increasing the opportunity to open the blades 70 of the lower prize winning unit 49; 2) The blade 70 is configured to be opened once or a plurality of times per display of a predetermined value on the 7-segment display unit 33, and the number of times of the opening is increased. (3) Number fluctuation time on the 7-segment display unit 33 (4) Increasing the opening time of the blades 70 (and / or increasing the number of winning prizes), (5) Shortening the variation time of the identification symbol of the display unit 20a of the special symbol display device 20. (6) The jackpot probability is higher than that in the normal mode. In the probability variation mode in the present embodiment, in addition to (6), all items (1) to (5) are included. Is executed.

  Now, the action of the start winning unit 11 and the payout process of the winning ball (game ball B) will be described in detail. When the main board 90 detects that the game ball B has passed through the passage gate 34 based on the detection signal from the through switch 40, the corresponding holding lamp 32 is turned on based on the detection result. Then, the main board 90 adds “1” to the value of the hold counter for the normal symbol display device 31. Thereafter, “1” is subtracted from the value of the hold counter, and the numbers from “0” to “9” are variably displayed on the 7-segment display unit 33.

  Subsequently, the main board 90 stops displaying a predetermined number on the 7-segment display unit 33 based on the counter value stored in the predetermined random number buffer. When the number stops at a predetermined value, the main board 90 drives and controls the solenoid 54.

  When the solenoid 54 is energized, the plunger 55 slides backward and is inserted into the solenoid 54. When the plunger 55 slides rearwardly, the lower portion of the front end portion 56 is hooked on the rear connection bar 63, and a rearward force is applied to the rear connection bar 63. For this reason, the solenoid arm 60 is rotationally displaced in accordance with the sliding displacement of the plunger 55, and the positions of the upper and lower operation portions 65 and 66 are raised.

  Accordingly, an upward force is applied to each operation element 71 by each lower operation unit 66. Thereby, both the blades 70 are rotationally displaced so that the tip portions are separated from each other. That is, when viewed from the front of the start winning unit 11, the left blade 70 rotates counterclockwise and the right blade 70 rotates clockwise. This rotation is stopped at a position (open position) where the tip of each blade 70 is oriented substantially in the horizontal direction. In this state, that is, when the lower winning portion 49 is opened, the game ball B can be won not only from the upper winning portion 50 but also from the lower winning portion 49.

  On the other hand, when the excitation of the solenoid 54 is released, the plunger 55 slides forward by the biasing force of the coil spring 57. When the plunger 55 slides forward, the lower portion of the front end portion 56 is applied to the front connection bar 62, and a forward force is applied to the front connection bar 62. As a result, the solenoid arm 60 rotates, and the distal end portion of each arm portion 61 is returned to the normal position. Accordingly, a downward force is applied to each operation element 71 by each upper operation portion 65, and each blade 70 rotates so that the tip end portion of each blade 70 is directed inward. The blades 70 stop in a state (closed state) in which the tips of the blades 70 face upward. In this state, as described above, the tip of each blade 70 is positioned almost directly below the introduction portion 76, and the game ball B cannot enter the lower winning portion 49. The position of each blade 70 corresponds to the closed position in the present embodiment.

  When the game ball B wins the lower winning portion 49, the game ball B passes through the passage hole 51, rolls rearward along the bottom wall portion 52, and is guided to the lower discharge flow path 81. Then, the ball is guided to the ball discharge section by the lower discharge flow path 81, and the winning is detected by the lower winning section switch 44.

  On the other hand, the game ball B that has won the top winning portion 50 rolls rearward along the bottom wall portion 77 through the introduction portion 76 and the concave portion 75, and from the inclined portion 82 to the upper discharge channel 83. Led. Then, the ball is guided to the ball discharge unit by the upper discharge channel 83 and the winning is detected by the upper winning unit switch 45.

  When the winning of the game ball B is detected by the various switches, detection signals of the various switches are output to the main board 90, and the payout of the winning ball (game ball B) to the payout control board 98 from the main board 90. Command is output. When the command from the main board 90 is input, the payout control board 98 controls the game ball payout mechanism 97 as needed, and pays out a predetermined number of prize balls (game balls B) corresponding to the winning portions 49 and 50. Execute. Then, a predetermined number of prize balls (game balls B) are paid out by the game ball payout mechanism 97 to the upper plate 5 (or the lower plate 6 in some cases). For example, in the present embodiment, the number of payouts corresponding to the top winning portion 50 (the top winning portion switch 45) is set to 1, and the number corresponding to the bottom winning portion 49 (the bottom winning portion switch 44) is 5. It is set with pieces.

  As described above in detail, the start winning unit 11 includes the lower winning portion 49 and the upper winning portion 50, and the game ball B is won from the lower winning portion 49 by the number of payouts when the game ball B wins from the upper winning portion 50. In this case, the number of payouts is increased. Therefore, by making it easier to win the game ball B to the lower winning portion 49 or making it difficult to win the game ball B to the upper winning portion 50, the number of payout balls (game balls B) is generally increased. It is possible to increase the number of winning game balls B (without increasing the number of payout per game ball B that wins the start winning unit 11). Further, by making it difficult to win the game ball B to the lower winning portion 49 or making it easier to win the game ball B to the upper winning portion 50, the prize ball (game) is not increased without increasing the number of winning game balls B as a whole. The number of payouts of the ball B) can be increased (the number of payout per game ball B to be awarded to the start winning unit 11 can be increased). Therefore, for the game shop side, for example, there are a plurality of winning portions set so that the number of payouts is different from the case where the number of payouts is uniform in a gaming machine provided with only one winning portion. Thus, the adjustment work when adjusting the winning number and the payout number becomes relatively easy. As a result, it becomes easy to consider the balance between payout of prize balls and derivation of various game states.

  Further, the start winning unit 11 is integrated with the lower winning portion 49 and the upper winning portion 50 arranged vertically on the base plate 48. As a result, an increase in the number of members can be prevented, and the work of arranging the start winning unit 11 on the game board 8 can be performed relatively easily.

  In addition, the top winning portion 50 with a smaller number of payouts is provided at the top and the lower winning portion with a larger number of payouts is provided at the bottom, so that the game ball B does not win the top winning portion 50 and the game ball B wins an opportunity. In the lower part of the start winning unit 11, which has been reduced, the opportunity to get more prize balls (game balls B) remains, so that the player is more interested in the game. It can be held for a long time.

  Since the lower winning portion 49 and the upper winning portion 50 are separately provided, for example, a start winning unit having only one winning portion is provided, and the number of winning balls to be paid out is changed by predetermined control. It is easier for the player to recognize the number of prize balls to be paid out compared to the gaming machine.

  When the blade 70 is in the predetermined closed position, the game ball B is configured so that it is difficult to win the lower winning portion 49, so that the game ball B is won by a restricting member (guide member) such as a nail. It is not necessary to configure so that it is impossible or difficult to win, and the number of parts can be reduced, the configuration can be simplified, and the like.

  The lower winning portion 49 is a variable winning portion, and is configured such that the proportion of the blades 70 at the open position increases during the probability changing mode. For this reason, the number of game balls B to be won from the lower winning portion 49 is likely to increase, and the number of payout balls is likely to increase. Therefore, the decrease in the game balls B possessed by the player is relatively small, and the player can concentrate on the game without having to care about the decrease in the game balls relatively frequently.

  In addition, it is not limited to the description content of embodiment mentioned above, For example, you may implement as follows.

  (A) In the above embodiment, at the normal time (when both blades 70 are in the closed position), the leading ends of the blades 70 are located immediately below the introduction portion 76, and the lower winning portion The game ball B cannot enter 49. Not limited to this, the interval between the lower winning portion 49 and the upper winning portion 50 may be widened so that the game ball B can win the lower winning portion 49 even during normal times. In this case, as shown in FIG. 7, the nail 103 is arranged as a through hole for placing the nail 103 in the game board 8 in a portion sandwiched between the lower winning portion 101 and the upper winning portion 102 in the base plate 100. A hole 105 may be provided. By providing the nail 103 on the lower winning portion 101, the game ball B can be easily entered by adjusting the nail 103 even when the blade of the lower winning portion 101 is in the closed position. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 8, the nails 103 are arranged in a row at the portion where the arrangement hole 105 is provided, so that the game balls B cannot enter the lower winning portion 101 at normal times. It is good also as a structure.

  (B) In the above embodiment, only the lower winning portion 49 is configured as a variable winning portion. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the upper and lower winning portions may be variable winning portions, or only the upper winning portion may be variable winning portions. Further, the configuration of the variable winning portion is not limited to the above embodiment. For example, as shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, the substantially plate-shaped opening / closing member 110 has an axis substantially parallel to the game board 8 as an axis. The variable winning portion 111 that turns and becomes a closed position by being arranged along a substantially vertical direction and becomes an open position by being tilted forward may be adopted. In addition, when the opening / closing member 110 is in the closed position, the opening / closing member 110 may be provided with a pair of guiding portions 113 capable of guiding the game ball B to the lower winning portion 112 positioned below. If it does in this way, a difference will be made by the case where the opening-and-closing member 110 will be in an open position, and the case where it will become a blockade position, and it will lead to improvement of interest.

  (C) In the above embodiment, the lower winning portion 49 having a larger number of payouts is a variable winning portion. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a winning portion with a smaller number of payouts may be used as a variable winning portion. In this way, even if a relatively large number of game balls B are won from the winning portion, the number of prize balls to be paid out per prize is small, so that the change in the number of payouts that can be caused by adjustment is small. Therefore, it is not necessary to make fine adjustments, and the adjustment work can be performed relatively easily.

  (D) Not limited to the above embodiment, the lower winning portion 49 and the upper winning portion 50 may be separated. Moreover, it is good also as a structure in which at least one of the lower winning part 49 and the upper winning part 50 was provided with two or more.

  (E) In the above embodiment, the probability that the blade 70 of the lower prize winning portion 49 opens during the probability variation mode is increased, or the opening time of the blade 70 is increased. In addition to or instead of this, the number of times the blades 70 are opened may be increased, or “the predetermined number of game balls B are awarded to the lower winning portion 49 and the blades 70 are closed. The winning number may be increased, or the probability that the blades 70 are opened may be increased.

  (F) Not limited to the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 11, a collective guide channel 120 in which the lower discharge channel 81 and the upper discharge channel 83 are joined is provided, and the lower winning unit switch 44 and the upper A winning portion switch 45 and a collecting portion switch 121 as collecting portion detecting means for detecting the game ball B in the collecting guide channel 120 are provided, and the main board 90 is connected to the upper winning portion switch 45 and the collecting portion switch 121. When the detection signal is input, the payout control board 98 performs payout processing for the number of payouts corresponding to the upper winning portion 50, and the main board 90 receives the detection signals from the lower winning portion switch 44 and the collective portion switch 121. When input, the payout control board 98 may perform a payout process for the number of payouts corresponding to the lower winning portion 49. In the same configuration as described above, when the main board 90 receives a detection signal from the top winning section switch 45, the payout control board 98 performs a payout process for the number of payouts corresponding to the top winning section 50. When the substrate 90 receives a detection signal from the lower prize winning unit switch 44, the payout control board 98 performs a payout process corresponding to the lower prize winning unit 49 and the main board 90 from the collective part switch 121. When the detection signal is input, the processing for deriving the various gaming states may be performed. Instead, one of the switches of the lower discharge channel 81 or the upper discharge channel 83, for example, the upper winning unit switch 45 is omitted as shown in FIG. When the detection signal from the collective unit switch 121 is input, the payout control board 98 performs a payout process for the number of payouts corresponding to the lower winning portion 49, and the main board 90 inputs the detection signal only from the collective unit switch 121. In this case, the payout control board 98 may perform a payout process for the number of payouts corresponding to the top winning unit 50.

  (G) In the above embodiment, the so-called first type of pachinko machine 1 is cited as an example. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other types of pachinko machines, other game machines, and the like may be used. It is also possible to implement. For example, the game board includes a special variable winning device that can be switched between a closed state in which the game ball B cannot be won or difficult to win, and an open state in which the game ball B can win or easily wins. You may implement as what is called a 2nd type pachinko machine comprised so that the said special variable prize-winning apparatus may be in the said open state based on winning a start prize unit as a specific prize means. Of course, you may implement as what is called a 3rd type pachinko machine. Further, instead of the probability variation mode, it may be implemented as a first type pachinko machine in which a time reduction mode or the like as a specific addition state occurs. Moreover, you may implement as a pachinko machine in which specific addition states, such as a probability change mode, do not generate | occur | produce. Further, instead of or in addition to awarding of prize balls, the present invention may be implemented as a pachinko machine that displays the number of prize balls (game balls B) stored and stored as virtual game values on a predetermined display means. Good.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine as a gaming machine, 8 ... Game board, 11 ... Starting winning unit as specific winning means, 20 ... Special symbol display device as special display means, 31 ... Normal symbol display device, 44 ... Second detecting means Switch for upper winning portion as 45, switch for upper winning portion as first detecting means, 48 ... base plate as base, 49 ... lower winning portion as second winning portion, 50 ... as first winning portion Upper winning part, 70 ... blade as opening / closing member, 76 ... introducing part, 80 ... collecting board, 81 ... lower discharge channel, 83 ... upper discharge channel, 90 ... main control device (main board), 97 ... game ball Payout mechanism, 98 ... payout control board, B ... game ball.

Claims (4)

A launching means for launching a game ball;
A predetermined game area in which the launched game ball is guided;
Provided in the gaming area, provided with an upper winning part and a lower winning part arranged side by side in the upper and lower sides, and a specific winning means capable of entering a game ball from each winning part,
A gaming machine capable of giving a predetermined game value based on a game ball entering the specific winning means,
The top winning part is always configured to allow entry,
The lower winning portion is a variable winning portion including a pair of left and right opening and closing members provided so as to be rotatable and displaceable around an axis extending in the depth direction of the gaming machine based on establishment of a predetermined winning condition.
The gaming machine is
A first game value giving means for giving a first game value set corresponding to the winning game part based on a game ball entering the winning game part;
A second game value giving means for giving a second game value greater than the first game value set corresponding to the lower prize unit, based on the game ball entering the lower prize unit;
A first guide channel for guiding a game ball entering from the top winning portion to a predetermined position;
A second guide channel for guiding a game ball entering from the lower winning portion to a predetermined position;
Driving means for driving the opening and closing member,
The first guide channel has a first depth channel capable of rolling the game ball in the depth direction of the gaming machine after the game ball has entered from the top winning portion, and the second guide channel is Having a second depth channel capable of rolling the gaming ball in the depth direction of the gaming machine after the gaming ball has entered from the lower winning portion,
The drive means is provided to be located below the first depth channel and above the second depth channel,
The first guide channel is configured to guide the game ball while avoiding the drive means in the lateral direction of the game machine,
The first guide channel has a first change portion that can change a rolling direction of a game ball that has rolled the first depth channel in a lateral direction of the gaming machine, and the second guide channel includes the first guide channel, Having a second changer capable of changing the rolling direction of the gaming ball rolling in the second depth channel in the gaming machine longitudinal direction;
The first change unit is provided so as to be positioned above the second change unit in the gaming machine vertical direction , and the first change unit and the second change unit are provided so as to be positioned on the same depth surface. A gaming machine characterized by that . The first guide channel includes a lateral channel capable of rolling a game ball whose rolling direction has been changed by the first changing unit in a lateral direction of the gaming machine, and a game ball which has rolled the lateral channel. A third changing unit capable of changing the rolling direction of the game machine in the vertical direction of the gaming machine, and a first vertical flow path capable of flowing down the gaming ball whose rolling direction has been changed by the third changing unit in the vertical direction of the gaming machine And having
The second guide flow path has a second vertical flow path capable of flowing down the gaming ball whose rolling direction has been changed by the second changing unit in the vertical direction of the gaming machine,
The lateral flow path, the third change unit, the first vertical flow path, and the second vertical flow path are provided so as to be positioned on the same depth surface. The gaming machine according to claim 1.   The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the first vertical flow path and the second vertical flow path are formed by using one game ball flow path forming means. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the gaming machine is a pachinko machine.

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