JPH11319251A - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a pachinko machine allowing a player to concentrate in a game by providing multiple pairs of a pattern display device and a fluctuation winning device, and driving them in sequence. SOLUTION: Pattern display devices 14, 22, 27 and fluctuation winning devices 16, 25, 30 corresponding to them are provided in pairs, and precedence is applied to them. Higher-precedence fluctuation winning devices (in the order of 16, 25 downward) have functions as fluctuation operation holes for fluctuation- displaying the lower-precedence patter display devices (in the order of 22, 27 downward). Multiple pairs of the pattern display devices 14, 22, 27 and the fluctuation winning devices 16, 25, 30 are operated in sequence, thereby a player can concentrate in a game and can enjoy an interest never experienced in the past.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a symbol display device which derives a display result based on a winning of a ball hitting a variable operation port, and a display device which obtains a predetermined display result on the symbol display device. The present invention relates to a pachinko machine including a variable winning device that is opened and driven for a predetermined period.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a symbol display device for deriving a display result based on a winning of a hit ball to a variable operation port, and a drive for opening for a predetermined period when the display result of the symbol display device becomes a predetermined display result. A number of pachinko machines equipped with a variable prize winning device have been offered to the market. In such a pachinko machine, in many cases, one set of a pair of a symbol display device and a variable winning device is provided on a game board, and in some cases, two sets are provided. Pachinko machines were also provided, but each pair was controlled without any relation.

[0003]

For this reason, in a pachinko machine having one set of symbol display devices and a variable winning device, the interest of the game is directed only to the display result of one symbol display device. As the game gets used, the game becomes monotonous and it becomes impossible to concentrate on the game. On the other hand, in a pachinko machine having two sets of symbol display devices and a variable winning device, since each is driven independently, continuity in the game is achieved. Therefore, there is a problem that the player cannot enjoy the game in order and cannot concentrate on the game. The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and has as its object the purpose of having a plurality of pairs of a symbol display device and a variable winning device that are paired, and being driven in order to play a game. It is to provide a pachinko machine that allows concentration.

[0004]

In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, in the present invention, a symbol display device for deriving a display result based on winning of a hit ball to a variable operation port, and a display of the symbol display device are provided. And a variable winning device that is opened and driven for a predetermined period when the result becomes a predetermined display result. In the case of a pachinko machine, a plurality of sets of the symbol display device and the corresponding variable winning device are provided, and , And the variable winning device in the higher rank in that rank is used as the variable operating port of the lower symbol display device.

[0005]

When the display result of the uppermost symbol display device becomes a predetermined display result, the uppermost variable winning device corresponding thereto is opened for a predetermined period, and is accepted by the variable winning device during the opening. The hit ball is processed as a winning ball, and the next symbol display device is operated to derive a display result. When the display result is a predetermined display result, the next variable winning device corresponding thereto is opened for a predetermined period, and the hit ball received by the next variable winning device during the opening is processed as a winning ball. Then, the next symbol display device is operated to derive a display result. Hereinafter, the above operation is repeated. When the display result of the lowest symbol display device becomes a predetermined display result, the lowest variable winning device opens for a predetermined period, and the hit ball received during the opening is processed as a winning ball. Is done. As described above, in the present invention, since a plurality of sets of the symbol display device and the variable winning device are activated in sequence, the player can concentrate on the game and enjoy an unprecedented interest. .

[0006]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. First, a pachinko machine according to an embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a front view of the pachinko machine 1. In the front structure of the pachinko machine 1, a metal frame 3 is provided around an opening of a front frame 2 formed in a frame shape, and a glass door 4 and a front door 5 are mounted on the metal frame 3 so as to be openable and closable. I have. A game board 10 is detachably mounted behind the glass door 4 via a mounting frame fixed to the back surface of the front frame 2. On the surface of the front door 5 is fixed an upper plate 6 for storing the discharged prize balls and supplying the stored prize balls to a firing position as hit balls. In addition, an operation handle 8 for hitting a ball at the firing position to the game section and a lower plate 7 for storing excess prize balls that cannot be stored in the upper plate 6 are provided below the front frame 2. Further, a big hit notification lamp 9 that is turned on or blinks when the game is in a big hit game state described later is attached to an upper portion of the front frame 2.

Next, the configuration of the game board 10 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 1 is a front view of the game board 10. In the figure, a center role 13 is disposed substantially at the center of a game area 12 surrounded by a guide rail 11 of a game board 10. In this center part 13,
The first symbol display device 14 and the first variable winning device 16 are integrally formed on one mounting plate. The first symbol display device 14 includes symbol indicators 15a to 15c composed of a plurality (three) of dot matrices, and a first variable prize device 16.
Includes a front and rear slide plate 17 which appears and disappears on the game board 10 by a solenoid (not shown). In addition, each symbol display 1
5a to 15c are designed to variably display predetermined types (for example, 15 types) of symbols.

[0008] When the hit ball wins in the fluctuating operation port 21 provided below the center accessory 13, the fluctuation of the symbol indicators 15a to 15c of the first symbol display device 14 is started. Are sequentially stopped from the symbol display 15a. When the combination of symbols at the time of stoppage becomes a predetermined combination of symbols (in the present embodiment, a combination of the same symbols), a big hit game state is established, and the front and rear slide plates 17 of the first variable winning device 16 are moved. It is designed to retreat backward for a certain period of time (for example, about 5.9 seconds) and receive a hit ball falling in the game area 12. The hit ball (winning ball) received by the first variable winning device 16 is used to derive a display result of a second symbol display device 22 described later. Therefore, the first variable winning device 16 functions as a variable operating port of the second symbol display device 22. In addition, when the hit ball wins the fluctuation operation port 21 while the first symbol display device 14 is changing and the first variable winning device 16 is driven, the right to change the first symbol display device 14 up to the first four is stored. This is displayed on the operation storage display 18 provided below the center role 13.

In addition to the above-described configuration, the center role 13 is provided with a hit eye indicator 19 for displaying a hit symbol when a big hit occurs, and a normal winning opening 20 at the top. The number of prize balls paid out by the winning prize winning in the winning opening 20 and the variable operation opening 21 is smaller than the number of prize balls (for example, 13) paid out by other winning opening or the winning prize winning in the prize device. It is set (for example, six).

The above-mentioned variable operation port 21 is disposed below the center role 13 and the variable operation port 21 is provided.
Below the second variable winning device 25 and the third variable winning device 30
And are arranged up and down. In addition, the second variable winning device 2
On the left and right of 5, a second symbol display device 22 and a third symbol display device 27 are arranged. The second symbol display device 22 and the second variable winning device 25 form a pair, and the third symbol display device 27 and the third variable winning device 30 form a pair.

Therefore, first, the second symbol display device 22 and the second variable winning device 25 will be described. The second symbol display device 22 is composed of symbol indicators 23a to 23c composed of a plurality (three) of seven-segment LEDs. The second variable winning device 25 includes an opening / closing plate 26 that is opened and closed in the front-rear direction with respect to the game board 10 by a solenoid (not shown). Also,
Each of the symbol displays 23a to 23c is a predetermined type (for example, 1
(2 types) of symbols are displayed in a variable manner.

The first variable winning device 16 described above
When the hit ball wins, the symbol indicators 23a to 23c of the second symbol display device 22 start to change, and after a predetermined time has elapsed, stop sequentially from the left symbol indicator 23a. And
When the combination of symbols at the time of stoppage is a predetermined combination of symbols (in this embodiment, all combinations other than 0.0.0), a hit occurs and the open / close plate 26 of the second variable winning device 25 is hit. Is opened forward for a predetermined time (for example, about 5.9 seconds) to receive a hit ball falling in the game area 12. The hit ball (winning ball) accepted by the second variable winning device 25 is used to derive the display result of the third symbol display device 27. Therefore, the second variable winning device 25 functions as a variable operating port of the third symbol display device 27. Note that when a hit ball wins the first variable prize device 16 while the second symbol display device 22 is changing and the second variable prize device 25 is driven, the right to change the second symbol display device 22 up to the first four balls. Is stored, and the fact is displayed on the operation storage display 24 provided below.

Next, the third symbol display device 27 and the third variable winning device 30 will be described.
7 includes a plurality of (three) symbol indicators 28a to 28c composed of 7-segment LEDs, and a third variable winning device 30.
Includes a pair of opening / closing members 31a and 31b that open and close in the left-right direction with respect to the game board 10 by a solenoid (not shown). Further, each of the symbol indicators 28a to 28c is adapted to variably display a predetermined type (for example, 12 types) of symbols.

The second variable winning device 25 described above
When the ball is hit, the symbol displays 28a to 28c of the third symbol display device 27 start to change, and after a predetermined time has elapsed, the symbols are sequentially stopped from the left symbol display 28a. And
When the combination of symbols at the time of stoppage becomes a predetermined combination of symbols (in this embodiment, all combinations other than 0.0.0), it becomes a hit and the opening / closing member 31a of the third variable winning device 30 , 31b for a certain period of time (eg, about 5.9).
Until the predetermined time (e.g., seconds) elapses or before the predetermined time elapses, and until a predetermined number (for example, six) of winning balls is generated, the ball is released to the left and right to accept a hit ball falling in the game area 12. ing. The hit ball (winning ball) accepted by the third variable winning device 30 is simply processed as a winning ball because there is no lower symbol display device. In addition, when the ball hits the second variable prize device 25 while the third symbol display device 27 is changing and the third variable prize device 30 is being driven, the right to change the third symbol display device 27 up to the first four balls. Is stored, and the fact is displayed on the operation storage display 29 provided below.

The above-mentioned three symbol display devices 14,
22 and 27, the first symbol display device 14 and the third symbol display device 27 are provided with a small time interval when the display result is out of order, and the corresponding variable prize device 16, Immediately after the opening drive of the 25 is completed, the process shifts to the next fluctuating operation based on the operation memory. In the second symbol display device 22, regardless of whether it is a hit or miss, the process moves to the next fluctuating operation based on the operation memory. The time interval is set relatively long. Specifically, the third symbol display device 27
And the opening of the third variable winning device 30 based on the
A time interval substantially equal to the time performed is set. Also, the probability that the second symbol display device 22 and the third symbol display device 27 will display a hit is extremely high (1727/172).
8) Although the probability that the first symbol display device 14 displays a hit is set to be extremely low (for example, 1/235).

The probability control of the first symbol display device 14 is as follows.
For example, a value at the time of winning a hit ball to the variable operation port 21 is read from a random number counter that is updated every time from 0 to 234 from the time of power-on, and the value is read as a predetermined value (for example,
0), the hit is determined, and among the values extracted from the symbol counters 1A to 1C for determining the symbols displayed on the symbol indicators 15a to 15c at that time, the value of the symbol counter 1A is determined. The combined symbol is displayed on the symbol display 15a-1.
5c. When the value of the random number counter is a value other than 0, it is determined to be out of place, and the symbols corresponding to the values of the symbol counters 1A to 1C extracted at that time are displayed on the symbol indicators 15a to 15c.

In addition to the above-described configuration, the game board 10 has ordinary winning ports 32a, 32b, 33a, 33b, 34a, 3
4b, an out port 35 into which a hit ball which did not win any of the winning ports or the winning devices is taken in, and big hit lamps 36a, 36b which are lit or flashed when a big hit game state is entered to notify the user of the fact. Is provided.

While the configuration of the pachinko machine 1 has been described above, the gaming operation will be described in more detail with reference to FIGS. First, when a hit ball fired based on the operation of the operation handle 8 falls in the game area 12 and wins the variation operation port 21, the symbol indicators 15a to 15c of the first symbol display device 14 start to vary. FIG. 3 shows an example of the specific operation. FIG. 3 is a timing chart illustrating an example of the fluctuation operation of the first symbol display device 14. In the figure, after a ball is hit into the variable operation port 21, three symbol indicators 15 a to 15 c (hereinafter symbol 1)
5a to 15c) start changing simultaneously. The fluctuation speed at the start is as follows. The 1/9 symbol is displayed at 0.044 seconds, that is, one symbol is displayed at a speed of 0.396 seconds (displayed as low speed). Accelerate to the speed of 1/9 symbol 0.011 second, that is, 0.099 seconds per symbol (displayed as high speed) in the order of middle and right, fluctuate for a predetermined time in the same state, and change to low speed before fluctuation stop . In this case, the right symbol 1 is determined depending on whether the symbol when stopped at the symbols 15a and 15b in the middle left is a state in which the same symbol is displayed (this state is referred to as a reach state) and when the symbol is not in the reach state.
5c is different. Specifically, when the vehicle is not in the reach state, the left, middle, and right symbols all have the remaining number of fluctuating frames from the stopped symbol stored in the memory when a predetermined time (for example, 1.655 seconds) has elapsed from the start of variation. Only the change order is counted in reverse and replaced with the design. On the other hand, in the reach state, the variable symbol number of the right symbol 15c is determined by a value extracted from symbol random numbers (for example, numerical values of 0 to 8 have changed since power-on) when the middle symbol 15b is stopped. After the number of symbols corresponding to the value has changed (time X1 + X2), the operation is stopped at the time when the symbol matches the stop symbol. In addition, after all the symbols 15a to 15c stop,
When a certain time (for example, one second) has elapsed, it is determined whether or not a hit has occurred in the sense of confirmation.

When the same symbol is displayed on the symbol indicators 15a to 15c as a result of the variable display of the first symbol display device 14 as described above, the first variable winning device 16 is driven to open for a certain period of time. An example of the specific operation is shown in FIG. FIG. 7 is a timing chart showing an example of the operation of the first variable winning device 16. In the figure, after a certain time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses after the fluctuation of all the symbols 15a to 15c is stopped and the determination is made, a solenoid (not shown) is operated to drive the front and rear slide plate 17, and the first slide plate 17 is driven. The variable winning device 16 is operated for a predetermined time (for example, 5.90).
2 seconds) release. For this reason, a hit ball falling in the game area 12 is accepted by the first variable prize device 16, but there is a high possibility that a plurality of hit balls will win in relation to the opening time of the first variable prize device 16.

The symbol displays 23a to 23c of the second symbol display device 22 start to change immediately based on the winning of the first hit ball in the first variable winning device 16. An example of the specific operation is shown in FIG. FIG. 4 is a timing chart showing an example of the fluctuation operation of the second symbol display device 22. In the figure, after winning a ball in the first variable winning device 16, three symbol indicators 23a to 23c (hereinafter symbol 23).
a to 23c) start to fluctuate at the same time. The fluctuation speed at the start is constant, and one symbol is displayed with fluctuation at a speed of 0.044 seconds, and after changing for a predetermined period of time, stops sequentially from the left. In addition, as the symbol displayed at the time of stop, the symbol corresponding to the value of the symbol counters 2A to 2C extracted at the time of winning the hit ball to the first variable winning device 16 is displayed. Further, as described above, when there are a plurality of winnings in the first variable winning device 16 and the operation memory display 24 is lit, all the symbols 23a to 23c
Is stopped for a relatively long period of time (for example,
If about 24 seconds have not elapsed, the system will not shift to the next fluctuation operation. In addition, all the designs 23a-23
When c stops, it is determined whether or not the display result of the second symbol display device 22 is a hit.

As a result of the variable display of the second symbol display device 22 as described above, 0.0.0.0 is displayed on the symbol indicators 23a to 23c.
Is displayed, the second variable winning device 2
5 is driven to open for a certain time. An example of the specific operation is shown in FIG. FIG. 8 shows the second variable winning device 25.
6 is a timing chart showing an example of the operation of FIG. In the drawing, immediately after the fluctuation of all the symbols 23a to 23c is stopped and the determination is made, a solenoid (not shown) is actuated to drive the opening / closing plate 26 to drive the second variable winning device 25 for a certain period of time (for example, 5. (902 seconds) Release. For this reason, a hit ball falling in the game area 12 is accepted by the second variable winning device 25, but there is a high possibility that a plurality of hit balls wins in relation to the opening time of the second variable winning device 25.

On the basis of the winning of the first hit ball in the second variable winning device 25, the symbol indicators 28a to 28c of the third symbol displaying device 27 immediately start to vary. An example of the specific operation is shown in FIG. FIG. 5 is a timing chart showing an example of the fluctuation operation when the operation of the third symbol display device 27 is not stored. In the figure, after winning a hit ball to the second variable winning device 25, three symbol display devices 28a to 28-2
8c (hereinafter referred to as symbols 28a to 28c) starts to change at the same time. The fluctuation speed at the start is constant, and one symbol is displayed with fluctuation at a speed of 0.044 seconds, and after changing for a predetermined period of time, stops sequentially from the left. The symbol displayed at the time of stoppage is the second variable winning device 25.
Counters 3A to 3 that are extracted when a ball is hit
A symbol corresponding to the value of C is displayed.

On the other hand, FIG. 6 shows an example of the fluctuating operation when the third symbol display device 27 is fluctuated and displayed based on the operation memory. That is, the initial value of the symbol variation timer counter (for example, 1
867) is set in the symbol variation memory and is 2.731 ms
Each time the value is decremented by one. Then, when the opening of the third variable prize device 30 is completed (however, when it is off, when the right symbol stops and 0.503 seconds have elapsed), 3
The two symbols 28a to 28c start to change at the same time, but the value remaining in the symbol change memory at the start of the change is set in the symbol change timer counter, and after the change (Y in FIG. 6), the left symbol 28a Stop, below,
The operation is sequentially stopped at predetermined time intervals (for example, 0.249 seconds). However, the value remaining in the symbol variation memory is 185
In the case of (0.505 seconds) or less, 185 is set in the symbol variation timer counter, and when that time has elapsed, the left symbol 28a is stopped.

As described above, the third symbol display device 27
Is controlled so that the fluctuating operation time based on the operation memory is extremely short.
The variation time of the total is often less than 10 seconds in the embodiment.

When the symbols other than 0.0.0 are displayed on the symbol indicators 28a to 28c as a result of the variable display of the third symbol display device 27 as described above, the third variable prize device 30 is kept constant. The opening drive is performed until time elapses or until a predetermined number of winning balls are generated. The specific operation is almost the same as that of FIG.
After the fluctuations of .about.28c are stopped and the determination is made, the solenoid (not shown) is actuated immediately to open and close the open / close members 31a, 31b.
To drive the third variable winning device 30 for a certain period of time (for example,
5.902 seconds) or a predetermined number (for example,
6) until the winning ball is generated. For this reason, a hit ball falling in the game area 12 is accepted by the third variable winning device 30, but there is a high possibility that a plurality of hit balls wins in relation to the opening time of the second variable winning device 30.

Although the configuration and the game operation of the pachinko machine 1 according to the embodiment have been described above, according to the embodiment, the display result of the topmost first symbol display device 14 is a predetermined display result. When the first variable winning device 16 corresponding to the first variable winning device 16 is opened for a predetermined period, the hit ball received by the first variable winning device 16 during the opening activates the second symbol display device 22 of the next ranking. When the display result is a predetermined display result, the second variable winning device 25 of the next rank corresponding thereto is opened for a predetermined period, and is accepted by the second variable winning device 25 during the opening. The hit ball further activates the third lowest symbol display device 27 to derive a display result. Then, when the display result of the lowest third symbol display device 27 becomes a predetermined display result, the lowest third variable winning device 30 is opened for a predetermined period,
The hit ball received during the opening is processed as a winning ball. As described above, in the present embodiment, since a plurality of sets of the symbol display device and the variable winning device are activated in sequence, the player can concentrate on the game and enjoy an unprecedented interest. it can.

In particular, in the present embodiment, the number of times of operation of each symbol display device can be stored in a predetermined number, and the operation interval based on the storage of the second symbol display device 22 is set to the lower third symbol display device 27. And the third variable winning device 3
Since the total time of the repetitive operation based on the storage of 0 is almost the same, the opening operation of the third variable winning device 30 multiplies the operation storage number of the third symbol display device 27 by the operation storage number of the second symbol display device 22. Since the game may be executed for the combined number of times, the interest of the player can be further increased. In addition, the fluctuation operation of the first symbol display device 14 is executed at relatively short time intervals based on the fluctuation memory without performing long time intervals as described above. Since the probability that the hit of the one symbol display device 14 is derived is set to be extremely low, the second symbol display device 22 and the third symbol display device 27 described above are set.
1st symbol display device 1 while playing a game based on
This is for increasing the possibility of continuously enjoying the so-called big hit game state by displaying the number 4 in a variable manner, shortening the interval at which a little hit occurs.

In the above-described embodiment, the probability of hitting the first symbol display device 14 is set extremely small, while the probability of the second symbol display device 22 and the third symbol display device 27 is set extremely high. However, the set value may be set arbitrarily. In addition, the three pairs of the symbol display device and the variable prize device are shown, but two or more pairs may be used. Further, in the above-described embodiment, the operation interval based on the storage of the second symbol display device 22 is substantially the same as the total time of the repetitive operation based on the storage of the lower third symbol display device 27 and the third variable winning device 30. But the second
The operation based on the storage of the symbol display device 22 may be started based on the end signal of the repetitive operation based on the storage of the lower third symbol display device 27 and the third variable winning device 30.

[0029]

As is apparent from the above description, according to the present invention, a plurality of symbol display devices and corresponding variable winning devices are provided, and ranks are given to the sets, and a higher rank variation in the rank is provided. Since the prize device is a variable operation opening of the lower symbol display device, a plurality of sets of the symbol display device and the variable prize device are sequentially operated, and as a result, the player can concentrate on the game and has never been possible. You can enjoy amusement.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is an enlarged front view of a game board of a pachinko machine according to an embodiment.

FIG. 2 is a front view of the pachinko machine.

FIG. 3 is a timing chart showing an example of the operation of the first symbol display device.

FIG. 4 is a timing chart showing an example of the operation of the second symbol display device.

FIG. 5 is a timing chart showing an example of an operation of the third symbol display device when there is no operation memory.

FIG. 6 is a timing chart showing an example of an operation when the operation of the third symbol display device is stored.

FIG. 7 is a timing chart showing an example of the operation of the first variable winning device.

FIG. 8 is a timing chart showing an example of the operation of the second variable winning device and the third variable winning device.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF REFERENCE NUMERALS 1 pachinko machine 10 game board 14 first symbol display device 15a to 15c symbol display device 16 first variable winning device 17 front and rear slide plate 18 operation memory display device 21 variable operation port 22 second symbol display device 23a to 23c symbol display device 24 Operation memory display 25 Second variable winning device 26 Open / close plate 27 Third symbol display device 28a to 28c Symbol indicator 29 Operation memory display 30 Third variable winning device 31a, 31b Opening / closing member

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. A symbol display device for deriving a display result based on a winning of a ball hitting a variable operation opening, and when the symbol display device becomes a predetermined display result, the symbol is driven to be opened for a predetermined period. In a pachinko machine provided with a variable winning device, a plurality of sets of the symbol display device and the corresponding variable winning device are provided, and a ranking is given to them, and a variable winning device in a higher rank in the ranking is displayed in a lower symbol display device. A pachinko machine characterized by a variable working port.