medal game machine

Abstract

To provide a token game machine capable of enhancing a player's satisfaction with a token game and enhancing an amusement property of the token game in which token tower formation, and pushing of tokens and feeding of tokens are performed in such a manner that they do not affect each other, and they can be visually recognized.SOLUTION: A token game machine includes: a taken feeding part 11 that receives tokens from outside and feeds the tokens to a first region F1; a placing surface 12 on which tokens are placed; a pusher table 13 that moves the tokens; a token tower formation part 16 that forms a taken tower of one or more layers at a predetermined position P2; and a conveyance part 17 that conveys the token tower formed at the predetermined position P2 to the placing surface 12. When the placing surface 12 is viewed in a plane view, the placing surface 12 and the pusher table 13 are in the first region F1, and the predetermined position P2 is in a second region F2 outside the first region F1. The token tower formation part 16 forms the token tower that can be visually recognized from the outside of the token game machine.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a medal game machine.

Background Art

[0002] Currently, there is known a medal game machine configured such that a player inserts medals into a game area, forms a medal tower in the game area, and then the medals and the medal tower are pressed and dropped by a pusher that reciprocates within the game area, and the dropped medals are paid out to the player. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a medal game machine that performs a medal insertion game and a medal pusher game on a placement surface in one game area, while performing a medal tower formation game at a location below the placement surface where it cannot be visually recognized. Adopting such a medal game machine is said to be able to suppress interference in the configuration on the placement surface and improve the design freedom. ー in the game area, and the medals and the medal tower are pressed and dropped by a pusher that reciprocates within the game area, and the dropped medals are paid out to the player. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a medal game machine that performs a medal insertion game and a medal pusher game on a placement surface in one game area, while performing a medal tower formation game at a location below the placement surface where it cannot be visually recognized. Adopting such a medal game machine is said to be able to suppress interference in the configuration on the placement surface and improve the design freedom. 出すように構成されたメダルゲーム機が知られている。例えば、特許文献1は、1つのゲ ーム領域において、メダル投入ゲーム及びメダルプッシャゲームを載置面上で行う一方、 メダルタワー形成ゲームをその載置面の下方の視認できない場所で行うメダルゲーム機を 開示している。かかるメダルゲーム機を採用すると、載置面上の構成の干渉を抑制して、 設計的な自由度を向上させることができる、とされている。

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] However, in the conventional medal game machine disclosed in Patent Document 1, since the medal pusher game and the medal insertion game in the medal acquisition game and the medal tower formation game are performed in the same game area, the process of forming the medal tower is メダルプッシャゲーム及びメダル投入ゲームのそれぞれと、メダルタワー形成ゲームと、 を同一のゲーム領域において行うため、メダルタワーの形成過程は​​It is susceptible to the movement of medals by the machine and the insertion of medals in medal-inserting games. Furthermore, since the formation of the medal tower is not visible, players may not be able to see the medals. It is difficult to grasp the progress of the medal game. As a result, players' satisfaction with the medal game is low. It can become lower.

[0005] This invention was made in view of the above circumstances, and relates to the formation of a medal tower and the medals The insertion of the squeegee and the medals is performed in a way that does not interfere with each other and is visible to the player. A medal game that can improve satisfaction with medal games and the enjoyment of medal games The purpose is to provide a machine. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] To achieve the above objective, the medal game machine according to the present invention accepts medals from an external source. Furthermore, it includes a medal insertion section for inserting medals into the first area, a mounting surface for placing medals, and A pusher table for moving medals placed on a surface, and a medal tower of one or more layers A medal tower forming section that forms a medal tower in a fixed position, and a mounting surface for the medal tower formed in the predetermined position. It comprises a transport unit for transporting, and when the mounting surface is viewed from above, the mounting surface and the pusher table are, Located within the first region, the predetermined position is located within the second region outside the first region, forming a medal tower. The section forms a medal tower that is visible from the outside of the medal game machine.

[0007] Adopting such a configuration results in medal acquisition games and medal tower games in medal games. The games can be played without influencing each other. Specifically, the medal-winning game and By having the medal tower building game and the medal acquisition game played in different areas, The unfinished medal tower collapses due to the introduction of Daru and the movement of the pusher table. This can be avoided. Therefore, in the process of forming a medal tower, the insertion of medals and It is no longer necessary to stop the movement of the pusher table, and medal acquisition can be done in parallel with the medal acquisition game. A medal tower building game can be played. Therefore, the waiting time for medal tower formation can be reduced. This also allows players to play medal-winning games while waiting, which can be a disadvantage for some players. This helps relieve stress and allows for smoother gameplay in medal games. Furthermore, by making the formation of the medal tower visible from outside the medal game machine, the player This makes it easier to check the formation status of the medal tower and helps players form taller medal towers. This can stimulate the desire to play. As a result, the players' satisfaction with medal games and This can improve the appeal of casual games.

[0008] In the medal game machine according to the present invention, the height of a predetermined position is the same as the height of the mounting surface. The transport unit moves the medal tower horizontally, thereby moving the medal tower from a predetermined position to the mounting surface. It may be transported to [location].

[0009] By adopting this configuration, the transport of the medal tower can be easily realized, and during transport... This allows you to maintain a stable medal tower.

[0010] In the medal game machine according to the present invention, the transport unit is located between the first region and the second region. It can move back and forth horizontally and, by making contact with the medal tower, moves the medal tower from its predetermined position. The pusher table has an extrusion section that pushes onto the mounting surface, and the pusher table is in a first direction relative to the mounting surface. It moves horizontally, and the pushing part moves horizontally in the second direction with respect to the placement surface. The first direction and the second direction may intersect. They may intersect with the first direction and the second direction.

[0011] By adopting such a configuration, the conveyance of the medal tower can be realized using a simple configuration. At the same time, the pusher table and the pushing part are arranged such that their moving directions intersect. In this way, compared with the case where they are arranged side by side, the size of the medal game machine in the moving direction of the pusher table can be reduced, and the medal game machine can be miniaturized. In the medal game machine according to the present invention, it further includes a control unit that controls the medal input unit and the pusher table. The control unit enables the medal input unit to input medals into the first area and the pusher table to move during the formation process in which the medal tower forming part forms the medal tower or in the state where the medal tower is placed at a predetermined position. During the conveyance process in which the conveyance part conveys the medal tower formed at the predetermined position to the placement surface, the medal input unit may be stopped from inputting medals into the first area and the pusher table from moving.

[0012] In the medal game machine according to the present invention, a predetermined placement position for placing the medal tower is formed on the placement surface. The conveyance part has a pushing part that pushes the medal tower from the predetermined position to the placement position by contacting the medal tower. The medal input unit and the pusher In the medal game machine according to the present invention, it further includes a control unit that controls the medal input unit and the pusher table. The control unit enables the medal input unit to input medals into the first area and the pusher table to move during the formation process in which the medal tower forming part forms the medal tower or in the state where the medal tower is placed at a predetermined position. During the conveyance process in which the conveyance part conveys the medal tower formed at the predetermined position to the placement surface, the medal input unit may be stopped from inputting medals into the first area and the pusher table from moving. In the medal game machine according to the present invention, it further includes a control unit that controls the medal input unit and the pusher table. The control unit enables the medal input unit to input medals into the first area and the pusher table to move during the formation process in which the medal tower forming part forms the medal tower or in the state where the medal tower is placed at a predetermined position. During the conveyance process in which the conveyance part conveys the medal tower formed at the predetermined position to the placement surface, the medal input unit may be stopped from inputting medals into the first area and the pusher table from moving. In the medal game machine according to the present invention, it further includes a control unit that controls the medal input unit and the pusher table. The control unit enables the medal input unit to input medals into the first area and the pusher table to move during the formation process in which the medal tower forming part forms the medal tower or in the state where the medal tower is placed at a predetermined position. During the conveyance process in which the conveyance part conveys the medal tower formed at the predetermined position to the placement surface, the medal input unit may be stopped from inputting medals into the first area and the pusher table from moving. In the medal game machine according to the present invention, it further includes a control unit that controls the medal input unit and the pusher table. The control unit enables the medal input unit to input medals into the first area and the pusher table to move during the formation process in which the medal tower forming part forms the medal tower or in the state where the medal tower is placed at a predetermined position. During the conveyance process in which the conveyance part conveys the medal tower formed at the predetermined position to the placement surface, the medal input unit may be stopped from inputting medals into the first area and the pusher table from moving. In the medal game machine according to the present invention, it further includes a control unit that controls the medal input unit and the pusher table. The control unit enables the medal input unit to input medals into the first area and the pusher table to move during the formation process in which the medal tower forming part forms the medal tower or in the state where the medal tower is placed at a predetermined position. During the conveyance process in which the conveyance part conveys the medal tower formed at the predetermined position to the placement surface, the medal input unit may be stopped from inputting medals into the first area and the pusher table from moving.

[0013] By adopting such a configuration, the medal pusher game can be carried out simultaneously during the formation process of the medal tower. At the same time, when conveying the completed medal tower, the collapse of the medal tower due to the progress of the medal pusher game can be avoided. By adopting such a configuration, the medal pusher game can be carried out simultaneously during the formation process of the medal tower. At the same time, when conveying the completed medal tower, the collapse of the medal tower due to the progress of the medal pusher game can be avoided. By adopting such a configuration, the medal pusher game can be carried out simultaneously during the formation process of the medal tower. At the same time, when conveying the completed medal tower, the collapse of the medal tower due to the progress of the medal pusher game can be avoided.

[0014] In the medal game machine according to the present invention, a predetermined placement position for placing the medal tower is formed on the placement surface. The conveyance part has a pushing part that pushes the medal tower from the predetermined position to the placement position by contacting the medal tower. The medal input unit and the pusher In the medal game machine according to the present invention, a predetermined placement position for placing the medal tower is formed on the placement surface. The conveyance part has a pushing part that pushes the medal tower from the predetermined position to the placement position by contacting the medal tower. The medal input unit and the pusher In the medal game machine according to the present invention, a predetermined placement position for placing the medal tower is formed on the placement surface. The conveyance part has a pushing part that pushes the medal tower from the predetermined position to the placement position by contacting the medal tower. The medal input unit and the pusher The system further includes a control unit that controls the extrusion table, and the control unit controls one machine where the extrusion unit is in a predetermined position. From the moment it makes contact with the Dal Tower and begins to move toward the placement position, the extrusion part is one medal The transport process up to the point when the tower is moved to its mounting position, and immediately after the transport process has been completed. The exit process until the extrusion unit exits the first region, and in which the medal insertion unit Stops the insertion of medals into the first area and / or the movement of the pusher table, and the extrusion unit In a standby state located outside the first area without contact with the tower, the medal insertion unit It may be possible to insert medals into one area and move the pusher table.

[0015] When this configuration is adopted, the process of transporting the medal tower by the extrusion unit and the exit process of the extrusion unit are By stopping the medal pusher game only in this case, the medals being transported due to insertion will be stopped. This can prevent the collapse of the Dal Tower and damage to the ejection section during exit, as well as medals This can reduce the downtime of the game.

[0016] In the medal game machine according to the present invention, the control unit performs the transport process and the exit process, This allows the Dal input section to accept medals from outside, and also allows the medals to be transported during the process. The number of medals accepted by the input unit may be calculated.

[0017] With this configuration, even if the medal pusher game is temporarily stopped, the player can still get medals. The slot allows players to insert medals, increasing their freedom of choice.

[0018] In the medal game machine according to the present invention, the medal insertion unit is operated by the player during the insertion operation. It has a section, and the mounting surface has predetermined mounting positions for mounting the medal tower. The transport unit, by making contact with the medal tower, lifts the medal tower from its designated position. It has an extrusion section that pushes to the position, and immediately after the conveying process is performed, the extrusion section exits from the first region. The exit process is carried out, and the control unit operates the input operation unit during the transport process and the exit process. Even if this happens, the medal insertion part is controlled so that the medals are not inserted into the first area. That's good too.

[0019] By adopting this configuration, it is possible to reliably prevent the medal tower from collapsing due to the insertion of medals. It is possible. [Effects of the Invention]

[0020] According to the present invention, the formation of the medal tower and the medal pusher and medal insertion are mutually exclusive. It is done in a way that does not affect and is visible, and the player's satisfaction with the medal game and the medals This will make it possible to provide medal game machines that can enhance the enjoyment of the game. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0021] [Figure 1] This is a perspective view showing the configuration of a medal game machine according to this embodiment. [Figure 2] This is a plan view illustrating each area of ​​the medal game machine according to this embodiment. [Figure 3] This diagram shows the configuration of the medal insertion section of the medal game machine according to this embodiment. [Figure 4] This diagram shows the configuration of the medal supply unit of the medal game machine according to this embodiment. [Figure 5] This is a schematic diagram showing the configuration of the ball supply unit and the medal supply unit of the medal game machine according to this embodiment. [Figure 6A] This is the configuration of the transport unit of the medal game machine according to this embodiment. [Figure 6B] This diagram shows the transport process of the transport unit of the medal game machine according to this embodiment. [Figure 6C] This diagram shows the exit process of the transport unit of the medal game machine according to this embodiment. [Figure 7] This diagram shows the configuration of the second medal game machine according to this embodiment. [Figure 8] This is a flowchart illustrating the control of the medal game machine by the control unit according to this embodiment. [Figure 9] This is a flowchart illustrating the details of step S101 in Figure 8. [Figure 10] This is a flowchart illustrating the details of step S105 in Figure 8. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0022] This embodiment will be described below with reference to the figures. Note that the top, bottom, left, and right of the drawings may be distorted. Unless otherwise specified, the positional relationships shall be based on those shown in the drawings. The dimensional ratios are not limited to those shown in the illustration. Furthermore, the following embodiments are based on the present invention. This is an illustrative example for explaining the invention and is not intended to limit the present invention to this embodiment alone. Furthermore, the present invention can be modified in various ways without departing from its essence.

[0023] <Overview of Medal Game Machine 1> First, with reference to Figures 1 to 5, we will explain the general configuration of the medal game machine 1 according to this embodiment. After clarifying this, we will explain the medal game played by medal game machine 1. Figure 1 is Figure 2 is a perspective view of medal game machine 1. Figure 2 is used to explain each area of ​​medal game machine 1. This is a plan view. Note that each region shown in Figure 2 is a three-dimensional space.

[0024] [Configuration overview] In this embodiment, the medal game machine 1 allows multiple players to play their respective medal games simultaneously. This is an example of a game device that can perform the following: The number of available players for medal game machine 1 is There are four players. The medal game machine 1 can be used by each player individually, as shown in Figures 1 and 2. The configuration used (such as the first medal game machine 10 described later) is arranged in four game areas Fs , a configuration in which each player shares and uses the equipment with other players (the second medal game machine 20 described later) The game area Fc has one game area Fc on which a medal game machine is located. It is formed in the center of 1. The four game regions Fs surround the game region Fc. It is formed around region Fc.

[0025] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 1, the medal game machine 1 has a first medal provided in each game area Fs It comprises a medal game machine 10 and a second medal game machine 20 located in the game area Fc. The first medal game machine 10 and the second medal game machine 20 located in each game area Fs are The setup allows each player to play their own medal game. The second medal game machine 20 is By rotating, each of the four players is placed in a predetermined order in the second medal game machine 2 It allows the use of 0. Also, one player can use the second medal game machine 20. When using it, the rotation of the second medal game machine 20 stops, and at that time, another player 2. The medal game machine 20 cannot be used. Below, each player will use their own medals. The first medal game machine 10 and the second medal game machine 20 used to play the game are combined It is sometimes referred to as "Game Console 5".

[0026] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 1, the medal game machine 1 is provided in and corresponding to each game area Fs. A medal supply unit 30 that supplies medals to the game machine 5, and a unit provided in each game area Fs A ball supply unit 40 that supplies balls to the corresponding game machine 5, and provided in each game area Fs It controls the corresponding game machine 5, medal supply unit 30, and ball supply unit 40. The control unit 50, the game machine 5, the medal supply unit 30, the ball supply unit 40, and the control unit 50 support It comprises a housing 60 for holding and housing the device.

[0027] The medal supply unit 30 circulates medals between the various components inside the medal game machine 1, and medals A first medal supply unit 31 capable of supplying medals used in the game, and a medal game machine 1 and A second medal that can exchange medals with the layer and supply medals to the player. It has a supply unit 32. The first medal supply unit 31 and the second medal supply unit 32 are relative to each other. They are independent pathways. In other words, the medals used by the player and the medals used in the medal game are separate. The medals being treated are separate from the medals being treated. Thus, the medals are affected by changes in condition such as dirt. This can help minimize the impact on the game.

[0028] As shown in Figure 1, the first medal supply unit 31 has two first medal supply paths 301 and second It has a medal supply path 302 and a third medal supply path 303. Route 301 supplies medals to the two medal insertion sections 11 of the first medal game machine 10, which will be described later. This configuration supplies medals. The second medal supply path 302 is the first medal game machine 10, as described later. The configuration is such that medals are supplied to the medal tower forming section 16. The third medal supply path 303 is the The configuration involves supplying medals to the center pusher table 22 of the medal game machine 20, which will be described later. be.

[0029] The second medal supply unit 32 has a fourth medal supply path 304, as shown in Figure 1. 4. The medal supply path 304 receives the medals that the player inserts into the medal game machine 1 It stores the medals internally, and when the player requests a medal payout, it returns the medals to the medal The system is configured to dispense from the inside of game console 1 to the outside.

[0030] The ball supply unit 40 has a first ball supply path 401 and a second ball supply path 402. (See Figure 5). The first ball supply path 401 is located on the first medal game machine 10, as described later. The configuration is such that balls are supplied to the surface 12 or the upper surface of the pusher table 13. Second ball supply Route 402 supplies balls to the rotating base section 21 of the second medal game machine 20, which will be described later. This is the configuration. The first ball supply path 401 and the second ball supply path 402 are a common part. It has the following configuration. In addition, the first ball supply path 401 and the second ball supply path 402 The balls supplied include multiple types of balls that differ in color and size.

[0031] The control unit 50 is connected to a memory that stores various data and programs. At that time, the control unit 50, based on the data and program stored in memory, controls the first medal game Each of the following: machine 10, second medal game machine 20, medal supply unit 30, and ball supply unit 40 This is controlled to allow the medal game to be played.

[0032] As shown in Figure 1, the housing 60 consists of a base portion 61 and a part provided on the upper part of the base portion 61. It has a cutting portion 62 and a base portion 61 which supports each component of the medal game machine 1. , protects each component of the medal game machine 1 from the external environment (e.g., dust, moisture, etc.). Partition 6 2 is located in the space above the cabinet 60, on the inside side of the cabinet 60 of the medal game machine 1 and is a game An internal area for performing this task, and on the outside of the cabinet 60 where the player inserts and throws medals. It defines an external area for performing operations such as entering and exiting. Furthermore, the partition 62 is made of a transparent material. It is composed of the following. Therefore, the medal game is visible from the outside of the medal game machine 1. It can be done under the circumstances that make it possible.

[0033] [Medal Games] In this way, through the player's operation, each component of the medal game machine 1 is controlled by the control unit 50. Based on this, it operates and plays medal games.

[0034] Here, the medal games that each player can play are medal acquisition games, lottery games, and This includes a tower building game. The medal acquisition game involves medals on the mounting surface 12, which will be described later. The first medal push pushes the medal tower and the medal tower to drop them into the drop hole 14 described later. A game where you throw medals at a target (for example, a medal tower) This includes a coin-insertion game. The lottery game involves pushing a medal and dropping it onto the placement surface 12. The second medal pusher game involves pushing the ball that has fallen onto the mounting surface 12 into the drop hole. A ball pusher game to drop the ball into hole 14, and the type of ball that falls into hole 14. Includes a ball lottery game for conducting the corresponding lottery game. Medal tower building game This depends on the result of the ball lottery game, that is, the number of layers that make up the medal tower that are drawn. This includes games where players form a medal tower.

[0035] Among the medal games, there are medal acquisition games and lottery games such as ball pusher games and ball The medal lottery game and the medal formation game are games performed by the first medal game machine 10. The second medal pusher game of the lottery game is played by the second medal game machine 20. This is a game that is played. Also, the medals used in the medal acquisition game are two first medals The medals are supplied via supply route 301 and used in medal tower building games. The medals are supplied by the second medal supply channel 302 and to the second medal pusher game. The medals and balls used are supplied via the third medal supply route 303 and the second ball supply route 40. Supplied by 2, and used in ball pusher games and ball lottery games A portion of the ball is supplied by the first ball supply route 401, and another portion is supplied by the second route The Dalpusha game moves the second medal game machine 20 from the rotating base 21 to the mounting surface 12 It is a ball that fell to the ground.

[0036] Furthermore, each medal game takes place in an area that does not affect the others. Specifically, Each game region Fs consists of a first region F1 and an area outside the first region F1, as shown in Figure 2. It includes the second region F2 and the third region F3. The first region F1 is at the periphery of the medal game machine 1. Located in close proximity, the second area F2 and the third area F3 are located in the depth direction, and are medal game machines. It is located away from the periphery of 1. First region F1, second region F2, third region F3, and G The regions Fc are independent regions that do not interfere with each other. Also, the medal acquisition game is the first The first game takes place in area F1, and the medal tower building game takes place in the second area F2. The ball lottery game is conducted in the first area F1 and the third area F3, and the second area The Dalpusha game is played in the Fc game area. Therefore, medal acquisition game The medal tower building game and the medal tower building game can be played simultaneously, along with the lottery game and medal acquisition. The games can be played simultaneously. Also, in medal acquisition games, the first medal push The coin-operated game and the medal-inserting game can be played simultaneously.

[0037] <Details of Medal Game Machine 1> Next, referring to Figures 1 to 7, the important configurations of the medal game machine 1 according to this embodiment are as follows: I will explain the details.

[0038] [Configuration of the first medal game machine 10] First, the configuration of the first medal game machine 10 will be explained with reference to Figures 1 to 6C. Figure 3 Figure 1 shows the configuration of the medal insertion unit 11. Figure 4 shows the configuration of the medal supply unit 30. Figure 5 is a schematic diagram showing a part of the configuration of the medal supply unit 30 and the ball supply unit 40. Figures 6A to 6C are diagrams illustrating the configuration and operation of the transport unit 17. In the explanation below, the right front side of the four first medal game machines 10 shown in Figure 1 is This explanation will focus on the configuration of one first medal game machine 10. Figures 5 to 6C are one The division structure is omitted.

[0039] The first medal game machine 10 accepts medals from the outside, as shown in Figures 1 and 3. Furthermore, there are two medal insertion sections 11 for inserting medals into the first area F1, and a medal tower. , and a mounting surface 12 on which the ball is placed, and a pusher for moving the medals etc. placed on the mounting surface 12 The platform 13, the drop hole 14 through which medals placed on the mounting surface 12 fall, and the medal A dispensing port 15 for dispensing medals to the outside, and a medal tower forming section that forms a medal tower of one or more layers. 16, a transport unit 17 for transporting the medal tower, and a circulation unit for the lottery balls and for the medal game The ball processing unit 18 supplies balls, and the contents and information of the lottery game and other information for players. It includes a display unit 19 that displays information, and

[0040] Here, only the medals dispensed to the payout port 15 are received by the medal insertion unit 11. From, that is, the medal inserted by the player, that is, by the second medal supply unit 32 This is what was supplied. Meanwhile, the medals were inserted into the first area F1 by the medal insertion unit 11. The medals used by the medal tower forming unit 16, that is, the medals used in medal games The medals that are used are those that have been pre-stored inside the medal game machine 1. In other words, The medals used in the medal game were supplied by the first medal supply unit 31. The details will be explained later.

[0041] (Medal insertion section 11) The medal insertion section 11 is configured for use in medal insertion games and is located in the first area F1. The medal insertion section 11 accepts medals from the player, as shown in Figure 3. The medals are fed into the first area F1 via the medal receiving port 111 and two first medal supply paths 301. Two adjustment handles 112 adjust the direction in which the medals are inserted, and the first medal, which will be described later. The insertion button 113 controls the insertion of medals stored in hopper 311 into the first area F1, and a drop guide rail 114 that guides the direction in which the medal falls, and a mounting surface 12 or pusher A medal slot 115 that allows medals to be launched towards the top surface of the medal table 13, and the state of the medal launch (corner The input adjustment unit 116 adjusts the degree, height and speed, etc., and dispenses medals to the payout port 15. It has a payout button 117 for operating the adjustment handle 112 and an input button. Tan 113 is an example of a "dispensing operation unit".

[0042] Medal slot 111, adjustment handle 112, insertion button 113, and payout button 117 is located in the external area and includes the drop guide rail 114, the medal insertion slot 115, and The input adjustment section 116 is located in the internal area. The drop guide rail 114 is installed vertically. It is positioned so that the medal slot 115 faces the mounting surface 12 at the lower end of the drop guide rail 114. It is designed to allow the coins to be inserted into the coin slot. The coin insertion adjustment section 116 is a plate-shaped member, and the coins are inserted into the coin slot. It is located downstream from the direction in which the coins are ejected from 115 and above the coin slot 115. Furthermore, the mounting position of the input adjustment unit 116 relative to the medal input opening 115 (angle, height, and width direction) The distance (etc.) may be changed depending on the condition of the medal (e.g., wear and tear, dirt, etc.). This allows the medal's trajectory to be kept constant, ensuring stability in medal insertion. It can be improved.

[0043] Furthermore, the medal receiving port 111 is located in the external area, and the drop guide rail 114 is located in the internal area. It is not connected. Specifically, the medal receiving port 111 is connected to the fourth medal supply path 304 It is connected to the second main medal hopper 320, which will be described later. Meanwhile, the drop guide rail 11 4 is connected to the first medal hopper 311, which will be described later, in the first medal supply path 301. Also, a medal is inserted into the medal receiving slot 111, although this is not shown in the diagram. A medal detection sensor is provided to detect when a medal is being collected.

[0044] Thus, when a player inserts a medal into the medal slot 111 during gameplay, the medal is detected. The sensor detects the insertion of a medal and transmits it to the control unit 50. Upon receiving incoming information, the first medal hopper 311 is used based on the pre-set medal insertion method. This controls the operation of the medal insertion method. Here, the medal insertion method is a direct insertion method (i.e., internal circulation insertion). This includes two types: a direct insertion method and a non-direct insertion method. In the direct insertion method, a medal detection sensor detects the medal Each time it is detected that one medal has been inserted into the receiving slot 111, the first medal hopper 311 However, based on the control of the control unit 50, it immediately selects one medal from among the medals stored within itself. This is a medal insertion method in which the coin is placed in the first area F1.

[0045] On the other hand, in the non-direct input method, when the player operates the input button 113, the control unit 50 controls Based on your instructions, immediately select one medal from your stored medals and place it in the first area F1. This refers to the method of inserting medals. In other words, in a non-direct insertion method, the medal detection sensor is Each time it is detected that a medal has been inserted into the medal receiving slot 111, the first medal hopper 311 However, it does not immediately place one of the medals stored within itself into the first area F1. There is a medal insertion method. In addition, in the non-direct insertion method, the player can pre-fill a batch of medals. When a coin is inserted into the coin slot 111, the control unit 50 stores the number of coins inserted and displays it on the control unit. It is displayed on 19, and each time the player operates the input button 113, the displayed While subtracting one medal from the number of medals, the first medal hopper 311 takes one medal into the first territory It will be entered into the regional F1 series.

[0046] (Mounting surface 12) The mounting surface 12 is configured for use in the medal insertion game and the first medal pusher game. The mounting surface 12 has a rectangular shape in plan view. The mounting surface 12 is as shown in Figure 3. It is provided in the first region F1 such that its longitudinal direction aligns with the width direction of the medal game machine 1. Furthermore, the mounting surface 12 is where the medals inserted by the medal insertion section 11 and the medal tower forming section 1 The medal tower formed by 6, and the medals that fell from the second medal game machine 20 A ball can be placed on it.

[0047] (Pusher Table 13) Pusher table 13 is used for the first medal pusher game and ball pusher game. The configuration is as follows: The pusher table 13 is located above the mounting surface 12 in the first region F1. Furthermore, it is provided on one end of the mounting surface 12 in the longitudinal direction. Also, the pusher table 13 is Controlled by the control unit 50, the unit moves horizontally back and forth in the first direction D1 shown in Figure 3. Yes, it is possible. The first direction D1 is the direction along the longitudinal direction of the mounting surface 12.

[0048] (Fall hole 14) The drop hole 14 is a configuration used in a medal acquisition game. The drop hole 14 is in the first region F In 1, it is provided on the other end side in the longitudinal direction of the mounting surface 12. Therefore, the pushed medals, medal tower, and balls are placed through the drop hole 14. It can fall from surface 12. Also, the inside that falls into the drop hole 14 Tower chucker 141 that can be pushed by the dal tower, and falls into drop hole 14 A ball guide (not shown) is provided to guide the movement of the ball.

[0049] The tower chucker 141 is located above the drop hole 14, and the housing 60 facing the mounting surface 12 It is located on the side wall. The tower chucker 141 is arranged in the vertical direction. It has three touch panels 142. Each of the three touch panels 142 is equipped with a sensor. And so, when the medal tower inside falls into the drop hole 14 and presses the touch panel 142, The prize corresponding to the touch panel 142 that is pressed in the highest position among the touch panels 142 is retrieved. You can get a better prize. Here, if you press the touch panel 142 which is in a higher position, you can win a better prize. You can obtain items. Therefore, according to Tower Chukka 141, players can It can stimulate the motivation to build a tall medal tower. Also, the awards that the player has earned Product information is displayed on the display unit 19.

[0050] In this embodiment, the tower checker 141 is composed of three touch plates 142. Although it was explained as being done, the configuration of Tower Chukka 141 is not limited to this. The Tower Chuck 141 detects the height of the medal tower using multiple sensors located vertically. A height sensor capable of, or a configuration including such a sensor good.

[0051] The ball guide section is provided on the side wall facing the mounting surface 12 of the drop hole 14. The guide separates the ball that falls into the drop hole 14 from the medal that falls into the drop hole 14. The balls can then be transported to the ball lift 42 of the ball supply unit 40, which will be described later. The medals that fall into the lower hole 14 are collected by the main medal hopper 300. The ball guide section is equipped with a ball identification sensor (not shown). The ball guide unit guides the movement of the ball and, via the ball identification sensor, transmits ball information. The ball's color and size are identified and transmitted to the control unit 50. Based on the ball information received, a decision will be made on whether or not to hold a lottery game, and if a lottery game is to be held, the following will apply. It is possible to determine the type of lottery game being played.

[0052] (Dispensing port 15) The payout port 15 is configured for use in medal acquisition games. The payout port 15 is shown in Figure 1. As shown, it is provided so as to penetrate the wall portion of the base portion 61 of the housing 60. A fixed number of medals are supplied by the second main medal hopper 320 of the second medal supply unit 32, which will be described later. It can then be dispensed from the dispensing port 15 to the external area.

[0053] (Medal tower formation section 16) The medal tower forming section 16 is configured for use in a medal tower forming game. The medal tower according to this embodiment has one or more layers. Furthermore, each layer of the medal tower is It consists of multiple medals arranged in a predetermined sequence.

[0054] As shown in Figure 3, the medal tower forming section 16 controls the medal tower during formation and the formed medal tower. The tower mounting surface 161 and the first region F1 (specifically, the mounting surface 12 and pusher The medals and balls on the top surface of the table 13 are in the second area F2 (specifically, the tower mounting surface 1) 61) has a transparent protective section 162 to prevent it from entering. Tower mounting surface 161 The protective section 162 is located in the second region F2, but the medal tower forming section 16 Other configurations (not shown) are provided in either or both of the first region F1 and the second region F2. It's okay if it's done that way.

[0055] The tower mounting surface 161 determines the formation position of the medal tower, that is, the predetermined position P2. The tower mounting surface 161 is provided at the same height as the mounting surface 12 in the first region F1. The protective section 162 is provided around the tower mounting surface 161. 62, as shown in Figure 3, includes a wall portion 163 and a door 164 that can be opened and closed relative to the wall portion 163. It has a spring (not shown) that is not subjected to any other external force. In addition, it is designed to always keep the opening in the wall section 163 closed. On the other hand, the door 164 will be described later. When the conveying unit 17 receives a force in direction D21 from the extrusion unit 171, the operation of the extrusion unit 171 The opening in the wall section 163 can be opened and closed in conjunction with this.

[0056] Furthermore, the medal tower forming section 16 is connected to the second medal supply path 302 (see Figure 1). Specifically, the medal tower forming section 16 transports the second medal via the medal transport passage. By connecting the supply path 302 to the second medal hopper (not shown), which will be described later, the second medal It is connected to the supply path 302. Thus, based on the control of the control unit 50, the second medal The second medal hopper in the supply path 302 forms a medal tower in the medal tower forming section 16. We can supply medals for that purpose.

[0057] (Conveying section 17) The transport unit 17 moves the medal tower located at a predetermined position P2 in the second area F2 to the first area F1. By moving it to the placement position P1 (see Figure 2) on the surface 12, the medal tower formation game and This configuration is designed to connect medal-winning games.

[0058] As shown in Figures 3 and 6, the transport unit 17 comes into contact with the medal tower, thereby transporting the medals It has an extrusion unit 171 that pushes the watt from a predetermined position P2 to a mounting position P1. The device moves horizontally back and forth in the second direction D2 shown in Figure 3 relative to the mounting surface 12. D2 is the direction that intersects (is approximately perpendicular to) the first direction D1, that is, the longitudinal direction of the mounting surface 12. That is the case.

[0059] Furthermore, the tip of the extrusion portion 171 is positioned to contact the door 164 of the protective portion 162. The extrusion section 171 moves from a predetermined position P2 to a mounting position along one of the second directions D2, D21. When P1 is placed, that is, when moving from the second area F2 towards the first area F1, door 164 is pushed. The protruding part 171 is pushed open by a force in direction D21. Meanwhile, the extrusion part 171 is second From the mounting position P1 to the predetermined position P2, i.e., the first region, along the other direction D22 of direction D2. As it begins to move from F1 toward the second region F2, it acts on the door 164 from the extrusion section 171. The force in direction D21 is eliminated, and the door 164 is closed by the spring force. Also, the extrusion part 1 When unit 71 is in a standby state and not transporting the medal tower, the extrusion unit 171 is as shown in Figure 6. It is located on the F2 side of the second area. In this case, door 164 is closed.

[0060] (Ball processing unit 18) The ball processing unit 18 is configured to circulate the lottery balls and supply balls for the medal game. As shown in Figure 3, the ball processing unit 18 includes a lottery operation button 180 and a lottery ball. The circulation section 181 and the ball discharge section 182 which constitutes the outlet end of the first ball supply path 401, It holds.

[0061] The lottery operation button 180 is located in the external area and is used in the ball lottery game. This is the button to start the draw. Specifically, the player presses the draw operation button 1. When 80 is pressed, the control unit 50 will, accordingly, issue an instruction to start the roulette draw and circulate the draw balls. The signal is transmitted to the ring section 181 and the display section 19 to start the roulette draw. Button 180 may be used as a button to end the roulette draw.

[0062] As shown in Figure 3, the lottery ball circulation unit 181 is a lottery ball that drops lottery balls The ball entrance 183 and the lottery ball receiving section 185 provided around the lottery ball entrance 183 , a roulette lottery sensor installed at the lottery ball entrance 183 (not shown), and lottery The lottery balls are circulated inside and outside the lottery ball circulation unit 181 via the ball inlet 183. It has a circulation section and a lottery ball. Here, the lottery ball is used only in the lottery ball circulation section 181. This is a special ball and is different from the ball supplied to the ball supply unit 40. The lottery ball will not enter the first ball supply path 401 or the second ball supply path.

[0063] When the player does not operate the lottery button 180, the lottery ball is circulated by the circulation unit. Wait at the lottery waiting position (not shown) located below the lottery ball entrance 183. Meanwhile, When the lottery game begins, the roulette wheel starts spinning on the screen of the display unit 19. After that, When the player operates the draw operation button 180, the draw ball is a ball not shown in the diagram. The transport unit lifts the balls from the lottery waiting position to above the lottery ball entrance 183, and the lottery is conducted. The ball is placed into the ball receiving section 185. Then, the lottery ball is placed in the lottery ball receiving section 185. After circling for approximately 15 seconds, it falls into the lottery ball entrance 183. The moment the ball falls into the lottery ball entrance 183, the roulette wheel stops spinning, and the result of the lottery is revealed. This is then determined. After that, the lottery ball is transported by the ball transport unit along the internal transport path of the circulation unit. Return to the lottery waiting position and wait.

[0064] As shown in Figure 3, the ball discharge section 182 includes a ball discharge port 184 and a discharge guide section 186 And, a ball transport path and ball storage section located inside the ball discharge section 182 (not shown). It has the following: Here, the balls supplied by the ball discharge unit 182 are used in the medal game These are balls used in the lottery, and not lottery balls used in the lottery ball circulation unit 181.

[0065] The ball storage section is connected to the ball transport path, which includes the first ball supply path 401 and the ball discharge path. It is connected to port 184. During gameplay, the ball storage unit is controlled by the control unit 50. A certain number of balls supplied from the first ball supply path 401 can be stored, and the display unit 1 When you win the lottery on screen 9, the ball storage unit will send the stored ball to the ball outlet 1 The balls can be discharged from 84 to the outside of the ball discharge section 182. Guided by the discharge guide section 186 located below the discharge port 184, the first region F1 Move to the top surface or mounting surface 12 of the shear table 13.

[0066] (Display section 19) The display unit 19 is used to display various game content and game information related to medal games. This is the configuration. The game content according to this embodiment is a roulette in a ball lottery game. Game information according to this embodiment, including displays, is, for example, displayed by the player at the medal receiving port 1 This includes the number of medals placed in 11, changes in that number, and information on winning prizes.

[0067] [Operation of the first medal game machine 10] Next, the movable components of the first medal game machine 10, namely the medal insertion section 11, pusher The operation of the table 13, the medal tower forming unit 16, and the transport unit 17 will be explained. The components of the first medal game machine 10 operate based on the control of the control unit 50. In the following explanation, the operation of the medal insertion unit 11 will be described primarily in terms of the indirect insertion method. I will reveal it.

[0068] (Operation of the medal insertion unit 11) When a player inserts a medal into the medal slot 111, the medal insertion unit 11 accepts the medal It is stored in the second main medal hopper 320 (Figure 4) of the fourth medal supply path 304. Then, when the player presses the insert button 113 once, the first medal hopper 311 immediately dispenses one medal. The medals are ejected into the first medal supply path 301. Ejected by the first medal hopper 311 The inserted medal falls downward along the drop guide rail 114 due to its own weight, and the medal is inserted. Immediately after exiting the opening 115, it hits the input adjustment section 116, and the flying state (direction, height, and speed, etc.) is determined. With the adjustment made, the mounting surface 12 of the first region F1 and the upper surface of the pusher table 13 are directed toward the upper surface of the pusher table 13. It jumps in. Thus, the insertion of one medal is completed. In this way, the medal insertion section 1 By repeating the above actions, the player is playing the medal-inserting game.

[0069] (Operation of pusher table 13) The pusher table 13 moves back and forth in the first direction D1 at a constant speed, The medals, medal tower, and balls placed on the mounting surface 12 are moved away from the mounting surface 12. The object is dropped into the drop hole 14. In this way, the pusher table 13 repeats the above operation. The first medal pusher game and the ball pusher game are conducted accordingly.

[0070] Furthermore, the pusher table 13 moves back and forth, and medals are inserted into the medal insertion section 11. The actions are performed without influencing each other. Therefore, pusher table 13 The first medal pusher game and ball pusher game are provided by the medal insertion section 11. The medal-insertion game can be played simultaneously.

[0071] (Operation of the medal tower forming unit 16 and the transport unit 17) The medal tower forming section 16 receives the results of the ball lottery game, that is, the drawn medals It starts operating based on the number of layers in the tower. Specifically, the second medal supply path 302 When the medal hopper receives the lottery result from the control unit 50, it determines the number of layers in that lottery result. The number of medals required to form the medal tower is supplied to the medal tower forming unit 16. The medal tower forming section 16 then receives the medals supplied by the second medal hopper. By arranging them according to a fixed arrangement method, a medal tower is formed at a predetermined position P2.

[0072] After the medal tower is formed, the control unit 50 transports the medal tower transport request. It is transmitted to unit 17. Then, the extrusion unit 171 of the transport unit 17 moves the medal to a predetermined position P2. It makes contact with the tower and moves the medal tower to the placement position along one direction D21 of the second direction D2. The medal tower is transported by pushing it towards P1. - Before it is pushed out from the second region F2, by movement along the direction D21 of the extrusion section 171 The door 164 of the protective section 162 is open. Therefore, later, the medal tower is open to the door 164 and It can be moved from the second region F2 to the first region F1 without collision. After 171 transports the medal tower to the placement position P1, the other direction D22 of the second direction D2 Accordingly, the extrusion section 171 exits from the first region F1 toward the second region F2.

[0073] In the following, the extrusion unit 171 comes into contact with the medal tower at a predetermined position P2 and moves to the placement position P1. From the moment the medal tower is moved toward the mounting position, the extrusion unit 171 moves the medal tower toward the mounting position. The process up to the point when the object is moved to position P1 is called the "transport process" of the extrusion unit 171. The process from immediately after the procedure is performed until the extrusion unit 171 exits the first region F1 is described by the extrusion unit This is sometimes referred to as the "exit process" in section 171.

[0074] In this way, the medal tower forming unit 16 and the conveying unit 17, through the above operation, A tower formation game is being played. Also, the medal tower formation section 16 is connected to the medal insertion section 11. The medals are inserted and the pusher table 13 moves simultaneously to form a medal tower. This makes it possible to shorten the waiting time for forming a medal tower, and also shorten the waiting time This system aims to alleviate the stress players experience when they are unable to play the medal pusher game due to time constraints. This makes it possible to play medal games at a good pace.

[0075] On the other hand, during the transport and exit processes of the extrusion unit 171, the control unit 50 controls the process The insertion of medals by the medal insertion unit 11 and the movement of the pusher table 13 in the first direction D1 stop. It is stopped. Therefore, the collapse of the medal tower during transport due to the insertion of medals and the pushing out during exit are prevented. This can help reduce damage to the unit.

[0076] Furthermore, during the transport and exit processes of the extrusion unit 171, the control unit 50 controls the process The medal input section 11 allows for the acceptance of medals from the outside, and also allows for the transport of medals. The number of medals received by the medal input section 11 is calculated. Meanwhile, the conveyance overflow of the extrusion section 171 During the process of inserting and exiting, even if the player operates the insert button 113, the first medal hopper 311 does not insert the medal into the first area F1. Meanwhile, the player over-transports the extrusion unit 171. During the time required for the process and exit, medal replenishment and other operations are carried out via the medal receiving slot 111. It is possible.

[0077] [Second medal game machine 20] Next, the configuration of the second medal game machine 20 will be explained with reference to Figures 1, 5, and 7. Figure 7 shows the configuration of the second mounting surface 213 of the rotating base portion 21.

[0078] The second medal game machine 20 is configured for use in the second medal pusher game, It is located in area Fc. The second medal game machine 20 is as shown in Figures 1, 5 and 7. It includes a rotating base section 21 that can rotate, and above the rotating base section 21 and the rotating base It comprises a center pusher table 22 provided coaxially with the section 21.

[0079] (Rotating base section 21) The rotating base portion 21 is an annular member and can rotate within the game area Fc. The rotating base portion 21 is as shown in Figure 7, and the upper surface of the base plate 211 A first mounting surface 212 is provided in the center of the base plate 211 and the upper surface of the first mounting surface 212 It has a second mounting surface 213 provided around it.

[0080] The first mounting surface 212 is a structure for mounting medals supplied by the second medal hopper. The first mounting surface 212 has an annular shape in plan view. Since the bull 22 moves onto the first mounting surface 212, the upper surface of the first mounting surface 212 is formed flat. It is being done.

[0081] The second mounting surface 213 is configured for mounting medals and balls. The plan view shape of surface 213 is annular. The upper surface of the second mounting surface 213 has multiple ribs 21 5 and a guide slope 219 are provided. The guide slope 219 is on the second mounting surface 213. By being provided at the periphery of the surface, it accommodates balls and medals located at the periphery of the second mounting surface 213. It easily falls onto the second mounting surface 213.

[0082] Multiple ribs 215 are arranged radially. In this way, one player can play the second rib. When using the Dal game machine 20, the pusher is pushed by the center pusher table 22. The medals and balls can move along the rib 215. As a result, The movement direction of the medals and balls is restricted, and the medals and balls do not enter other players' game areas. This can prevent the entry into Fs.

[0083] Furthermore, the rib 215 has an end portion 217 that connects to the first mounting surface 212. The height (except for the end 217) is uniform along the radial direction of the rib 215, and that height For example, the width is formed to be slightly smaller than the thickness of the medal. On the other hand, the height of the end 217 It gradually decreases toward the first mounting surface 212. In this way, the first mounting surface 212 When the placed medals are pushed, they are easily transferred to the second mounting surface 213. It can be moved.

[0084] (Center pusher table 22) The center pusher table 22 is configured for use in the second medal pusher game. It is located above the first mounting surface 212. The center pusher table 22 is shown in Figure 7. As such, it has a base portion 23 and a pusher table body 24. Center pusher table When the bull 22 is not rotating, the base portion 23 does not move relative to the rotating base portion 21, and The pusher table body 24 is controlled by the control unit 50 relative to the rotating base unit 21. In the third direction D3 shown in Figure 7, it can move horizontally back and forth. The range of motion of the bulldozer body 24 can be changed.

[0085] Thus, each component of the second medal game machine 20 operates based on the control of the control unit 50. The main medal hopper 300 dispenses medals via the third medal supply path 303, and the center pusher Each time a medal is supplied to the upper surface 241 of the pusher table body 24 of the bull 22, the pusher table The cable body 24 moves back and forth once in the third direction D3 to load the supplied medal into the first position. After dropping it onto the placement surface 212, it is moved to the second placement surface 213.

[0086] Specifically, when a medal is supplied to the upper surface 241 of the pusher table body 24, the pusher The table body 24 first moves in one direction D32 of the third direction D3. Then, the top surface The medals placed in 241 move as the pusher table body 24 moves in direction D32. It moves in direction D32 and comes into contact with the plate portion 231 of the base portion 23, thereby moving in direction D32 The movement is stopped. On the other hand, in this case the pusher table body 24 continues to move in direction D32. Therefore, the medal, which was originally supported by the upper surface 241, is no longer supported by the upper surface 241. It then falls onto the first mounting surface 212. After that, the pusher table body 24 moves in the third direction D3 Move in the other direction D31. Then, the pusher surface 242 of the pusher table body 24 This pushes the medal that has fallen onto the first mounting surface 212 onto the second mounting surface 213. The medal continues to move in direction D31, along the guide slope 219 on the peripheral side of the second mounting surface 213. By pushing the nearby medals and balls, those medals and balls are moved off the second mounting surface 213. The balls are then dropped into the ball guide section 41 of the ball supply section 40, which will be described later.

[0087] In this way, the pusher table body 24 performs the above operation to push the second medal once A game is being played. Also, the above operation of the pusher table main unit 24 is a medal acquisition game. This can be played simultaneously with the medal tower building game.

[0088] [Medal supply unit 30] Next, referring to Figures 1, 3, and 4, the configuration of the medal supply unit 30, that is, the first medal The configurations of the dollar supply unit 31 and the second medal supply unit 32 will be described.

[0089] (First Medal Supply Department 31) The first medal supply unit 31 supplies medals to the first medal game machine 10 and the second medal game machine 20. It is connected to both so that it can provide the first medal supply. As shown in Figure 4, part 31 is the main medal hot located on the lower side of the medal game machine 1. Pa300 and two first medal hoppers 311 and located above the medal game machine 1 The third receiving port 313 and the inside of the medal game machine 1 (specifically, the medal tower forming section 16) A second medal hopper (not shown) is provided above the center pusher table 22. It comprises a third outlet 323 which is in communication with the third receiving port 313. Here, The two first medal hoppers, 311 and 2, are part of the main medal hopper, 300. It is a mackerel medal hopper. The first medal supply unit 31 connects these components to each other. It is equipped with a continuous medal transport passage.

[0090] The Main Medal Hopper 300 pre-stores the medals needed to play medal games. Then, during gameplay, the stored medals are supplied to the first medal game machine 10. Each of the three sub-medal hoppers and the center pusher table of the second medal game machine 20 It supplies to each of the two parts and collects the medals that fall from the mounting surface 12 into the drop hole 14. This configuration is for that purpose.

[0091] When the main medal hopper 300 collects the medals that have fallen into the drop hole 14, the main medal The count hopper 310, located on top of the hopper 300, counts the medals that fall into the drop hole 14. The number of credits is calculated and the credit value is increased and displayed on the display unit 19. If there is 1 or more tokens, the player can operate the payout button 117 to dispense tokens. This is possible. Also, the medals dispensed to the player are stored in the main medal hopper 300. Not the medals that were supplied, but the second main medal hopper 320 of the second medal supply unit 32, which will be described later. This is a medal that was preserved in [location / place].

[0092] The three sub-medal hoppers are smaller in size and cheaper than the main medal hopper 300. However, it is inexpensive. This combination of a main medal hopper 300 and a sub medal hopper By adopting a flexible design, the increase in the dimensions of the medal game machine 1 (especially the width) is suppressed. This not only allows for control but also reduces the manufacturing cost of the medal supply unit 30.

[0093] Additionally, the three sub-medal hoppers are supplied by the main medal hopper 300. The system can store the medals and supply the stored medals to the first medal game machine 10. To explain in more detail, there is a main medal hopper 300 and two first medal hoppers 311. These refer to the mounting surface 12 of the first medal game machine 10 and the upper surface of the pusher table 13. It consists of two first medal supply paths 301 that supply medals to the main medal hot. The Pa300 and the second medal hopper are located in the medal tower forming section 16 of the first medal game machine 10. It constitutes the second medal supply path 302 that supplies medals. Main medal hopper 300 The third receiving port 313 and the third discharge port 323 are the center pusher of the second medal game machine 20. It constitutes a third medal supply path 303 that supplies medals to the medal table 22.

[0094] In addition, there is the main medal hopper 300, two first medal hoppers 311, and the second medal hopper Each of the pins has a main medal sensor and two first medal sensors (not shown in the diagram). A second medal sensor is provided. Each medal sensor stores the medals in each medal hopper. The amount of medals collected is monitored. Specifically, the first medal sensor and the second medal sensor In the case of S, the number of medals stored in the corresponding sub-medal hopper has decreased to below a predetermined amount. When this is detected, a request for medal replenishment is sent to the control unit 50. The control unit 50 then... In response to medal replenishment requests from these medal sensors, the main medal hopper 300 is replenished by two The first medal hopper 311 and the second medal hopper are each supplied with medals. Meanwhile, When the control unit 50 receives a request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20, this medal replenishment In response to a replenishment request, the center of the second medal game machine 20 is supplied via the third medal supply path 303. The medals will be supplied directly to the medal table 22.

[0095] Here, the control unit 50 receives a request for medal replenishment from the medal sensor and the second medal game machine 2 If a request to replenish medals from 0 is received at the same time, the center pusher table 22 will receive medals. The control unit 50 also receives a medal replenishment request from the medal sensor. If a medal replenishment request is received from the second medal game machine 20 afterwards, two first medals Stop supplying medals to hopper 311 and the second medal hopper, and to center pusher table 2 Medal will be supplied preferentially to 2. In this way, medal priority will be given to center pusher table 22. Prior supply leads to the center pusher table 22, which is shared and used by four players. This allows for rapid medal supply and the medal supply process to the center pusher table 22. Due to the stagnation, none of the four players were able to use the second medal game machine 20. It becomes possible to avoid it.

[0096] (Second Medal Supply Department 32) As shown in Figure 1, the second medal supply unit 32 includes a medal receiving port 111 and a medal dispensing port. Each of the 15 is connected. Specifically, the second medal supply unit 32 is connected to Figures 1 and 4. As shown, the second main medal hopper 320 located on the lower side of the medal game machine 1 Prepare. The second main medal hopper 320 is located at the medal receiving port 11 via the medal transport passage. It is connected to the dispensing outlet 15 and forms a fourth medal supply path 304.

[0097] Additionally, the second main medal hopper 320 is a separate medal hopper from the main medal hopper 300. It is a hopper. The second main medal hopper 320 has a system that stores the medals inserted by the player in advance. If there is a credit remaining and the number of credits displayed on the display unit 19 is 1 or more, and the player pays out When the button 117 is operated, a predetermined number of medals from the stored medals are dispensed to the payout port 1. This configuration is designed to pay out to 5.

[0098] The second main medal hopper 320 is equipped with a second main medal sensor, which is not shown in the figure. The second main medal sensor detects when a player inserts medals and the number of medals inserted. The number of tokens inserted is detected and transmitted to the control unit 50. Subsequently, the control unit 50 processes the tokens. Determine whether there is a request for transport of the tower and whether the exit process of the extrusion unit 171 has been completed. After that, control is performed when inserting medals into the first area F1.

[0099] Specifically, the control unit 50 determines if there is no request to transport the medal tower and the extrusion unit 171 When it is determined that the exit process is complete, the number of medals inserted is determined based on the settings for the medal insertion method. Immediately after the notification is received, or after the number of medals inserted is received and the player presses the insert button 11 When operation 3 is performed, the number of coins inserted from the second main coin sensor is transmitted to the player. The first medal of the first medal hopper 311 is located in one of the first medal supply paths 301 that has been selected. It is transmitted to the first medal sensor. Then, the first medal sensor of the first medal hopper 311 detects the insertion of a medal. After counting the number of medals corresponding to the number of medals, the first medal hopper 311 counts the number of medals. The medals that have been placed are sent to the first area F via the first medal supply path 301 selected by the player. Insert into 1. Meanwhile, the control unit 50 receives a request to transport the medal tower or the extrusion unit 1 If it is determined that the exit process for item 71 has not been completed, the transport request will be handled or the exit process will be completed. After the process is complete, the data is sent to the main medal sensor as described above.

[0100] Furthermore, the second main medal sensor detects if the number of credits displayed on the display unit 19 is 1 or more. When the player operates the payout button 117, the number of medals to be dispensed into the payout opening 15 Count the number. The second main medal sensor counts the medals dispensed, and then the second The main medal hopper 320 dispenses the counted medals to the payout opening 15. The sensor that counts the medals dispensed to exit 15 does not use the second main medal sensor. Alternatively, a dedicated sensor may be used to count the medals being dispensed.

[0101] [Ball supply unit 40] Next, the configuration of the ball supply unit 40 will be explained with reference to Figure 5. The ball supply unit 40 supplies balls to the first medal game machine 10 and the second medal game machine 20. It is designed to provide this. Specifically, the ball supply unit 40 is as shown in Figure 5. , a ball guide section 41 provided in the first region F1, and a ball lift provided in the third region It comprises 42, a ball transport passage 43, and a ball distribution unit 44. The ball distribution unit 44 is The ball lift 42 and the ball transport passage 43 are connected.

[0102] The ball guide portion 41 has a guide passage 410 for guiding the balls dropped from the second placement surface 213 and a first ball sensor 411 for detecting the first ball information related to the number of balls on the placement surface 12 and the upper surface of the pusher table 13 and a second ball sensor 412 for detecting the second ball information related to the number of balls dropped from the second placement surface 213. It has.

[0103] The first ball sensor 411 and the second ball sensor 412 transmit the detected first ball information and the second ball information to the control unit 50. The control unit 50, based on the first ball information and the second ball information, controls the ball driving unit in the ball storage unit of the ball processing unit 18 and / or the ball driving unit in the second conveyance passage 432, and can replenish the balls on the placement surface 12 or the upper surface of the pusher table 1 3 and / or the second placement surface 213.

[0104] The ball lift 42 has a worm and is provided so that its axial direction is vertical. The balls can be mounted on the teeth of the worm of the ball lift 42. Also, the ball lift 42 has a driving unit (not shown). The driving unit rotates the ball lift 42 around the axis of the worm, so that the balls mounted on the teeth of the worm can be conveyed to the ball distributing portion 44 on the upper end side of the ball lift 42.

[0105] The ball distributing portion 44 is connected to each of the first conveyance passage 431 and the second conveyance passage 432. Also, based on the control of the control unit 50, the ball distributing portion 44 distributes the balls conveyed by the ball lift 42 to either the first conveyance passage 431 or the second conveyance passage 432. It can be sorted.

[0106] ​​ The ball transport passage 43 is connected to the mounting surface 12 of the first medal game machine 10 and the pusher table 1 The first transport passage 431 for supplying balls to the upper surface of 3, and the second medal game machine 20 It has a second transport passage 432 for supplying balls to the mounting surface 213.

[0107] The first transport passage 431 stores the balls sorted by the ball sorting unit 44, and This allows the stored balls to be supplied to the ball storage section of the ball discharge section 182. The second transport passage 432 carries the balls sorted by the ball sorting unit 44 directly to the second It can be supplied to the mounting surface 213.

[0108] Furthermore, the first transport passage 431 is not shown, and the first transport passage 431 is used to store A first ball drive unit drives the discharge of the ball discharge section 182 of the ball to the ball storage section, and The first ball transport path detects the number of balls stored in the ball storage section of the ball discharge section 182. The first ball transport path sensor detects the balls of the ball discharge unit 182. When the number of balls in the storage unit is below a predetermined amount, the first ball replenishment information is transmitted to the control unit 50. The control unit 50, upon receiving the first ball replenishment information, performs the following actions based on the first ball replenishment information. The ball distribution unit 44 is controlled to supply balls to the first transport passage 431. If unit 50 does not receive the first ball replenishment information, it controls the ball distribution unit 44 to the second transport The ball is supplied to the supply passage 432.

[0109] The first ball drive unit is activated by the control unit 50. Specifically, the control unit 50 Upon receiving first ball information from the first ball sensor 411, the first ball drive unit is activated. Then, the balls stored in the first transport passage 431 are moved to the ball storage section of the ball discharge section 182. Discharge. Also, the balls stored in the ball storage section of the ball discharge section 182 are... When discharged from the discharge port 184, the discharge guide section 186 guides the material onto the mounting surface 12 or pusher It can be supplied to the upper surface of the table 13.

[0110] Here, the ball that fell from the second placement surface 213 by the second transport passage 432 is pushed It passes over the top surface of the table 13 and reaches the mounting surface 12. Then it drops from the second mounting surface 213. The lowered ball, along with the ball originally on the mounting surface 12, pushes the pusher table 13. The ball falls into the drop hole 14. The ball that falls into the drop hole 14 is guided by the ball guide section It is then moved to the ball lift 42 and mounted on the teeth of the worm on the ball lift 42. Subsequently, the ball is transported through the first conveying channel by the ball lift 42 and the ball distribution unit 44. The balls are transported to path 431 or second transport passage 432, and to the ball storage section of the ball discharge section 182 or The balls are supplied to the second mounting surface 213. Of these components, the ball distribution unit 44 provides the balls The common configuration for ball transport before the balls are sorted (hereinafter referred to as the "common ball transport configuration") The first transport passage 431 and the ball discharge section 182 constitute the first ball supply path 401. To accomplish. On the other hand, the common configuration for ball transport and the second transport passage 432 are the second ball supply path 4 This constitutes 02.

[0111] [Control by the control unit 50] Next, referring to Figures 8 to 10, control by the control unit 50, that is, control unit 50 One of the processes related to medal games that is performed based on data and programs stored in memory. Details will be described with reference to examples. Depending on the settings, the control unit 50 can perform processing related to different medal games. FIG. 8 is a flowchart for explaining the control of the medal game by the control unit 50. FIG. 9 is a diagram showing the details of step S101, and FIG. 10 is a diagram showing the details of step S105. 0 is a diagram showing the details of step S105.

[0112] (Step S101) First, the control unit 50 performs initial processing.

[0113] In step S101, the control unit 50 controls the medal supply unit 30 to ensure that each sub medal hopper has enough medals for the medal game. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 9, the control unit 50 first determines whether there is a request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 (step S1011). If there is no request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 (NO in step S1011), the control unit 50 determines whether there is a request for medal replenishment from the first and / or second medal hoppers (step S1 012). If there is a request for medal replenishment from the first and / or second medal hoppers (YES in step S1012), the control unit 50 starts medal replenishment to the first and / or second medal hoppers (step S1013). Next, the control unit 50 determines whether there is a request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 (step S1014). If there is a request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 (YES in step S1014), the control unit 50 stops medal supply to the first and / or second medal hoppers (step S101 2) and preferentially supplies medals to the center pusher table 22 (step S1016). from the second medal game machine 20. If there is no request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 (NO in step S1011), the control unit 50 determines whether there is a request for medal replenishment from the first and / or second medal hoppers (step S1 012). If there is a request for medal replenishment from the first and / or second medal hoppers (YES in step S1012), the control unit 50 starts medal replenishment to the first and / or second medal hoppers (step S1013). Next, the control unit 50 determines whether there is a request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 (step S1014). If there is a request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 (YES in step S1014), the control unit 50 stops medal supply to the first and / or second medal hoppers (step S101 2) and preferentially supplies medals to the center pusher table 22 (step S1016). PS1012's YES), the control unit 50 starts medal replenishment to the first and / or second medal hoppers (step S1013). Next, the control unit 50 determines whether there is a request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 (step S1014). If there is a request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 (YES in step S1014), the control unit 50 stops medal supply to the first and / or second medal hoppers (step S101 2) and preferentially supplies medals to the center pusher table 22 (step S1016). 0 from the second medal game machine 20. If there is a request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 (YES in step S1014), the control unit 50 stops medal supply to the first and / or second medal hoppers (step S101 2) and preferentially supplies medals to the center pusher table 22 (step S1016). 2) and preferentially supplies medals to the center pusher table 22 (step S1016). 2) and preferentially supplies medals to the center pusher table 22 (step S1016). ). Subsequently, the control unit 50 receives a request to replenish medals from the first and / or second medal hopper. Determine whether or not there is (step S1017). From the first and / or second medal hopper. If there is a request to replenish the medals (YES in step S1017), the control unit 50 will, first and / or start (restart) refilling the second medal hopper with medals (step S1018). Thus, the control unit 50 completes the initial processing.

[0114] Meanwhile, in step S1011, a request for medal replenishment from the second medal game machine 20 is made. If this condition is met, the control unit 50 will prioritize supplying medals to the center pusher table 22. (S1016). The subsequent steps are steps S1017 and S10 mentioned above. It is the same as in 18. Also, in step S1014, from the second medal game machine 20 If there is no request to replenish the medals, the control unit 50 terminates the initial processing. Also, step S1 In case 017, if there is no request for medal replenishment from the first and / or second medal hopper Then, the control unit 50 terminates the initial processing.

[0115] (Step S102) Next, the control unit 50 controls the first medal pusher game, the ball pusher game, and / or The medal-insertion game will begin.

[0116] Specifically, the control unit 50 controls the medal insertion unit 11, the pusher table 13, and the medal supply unit. By controlling the feeding unit 30, the first medal pusher game, the ball pusher game, and / Alternatively, a medal insertion game is played. Details of the operation of the above configuration are described in the first medal game above. Since this is the same as what was explained in the operation description for machine 10, it will be omitted here.

[0117] (Steps S103 to S105) Next, the control unit 50 receives ball information transmitted by the ball identification sensor of the ball guide unit. Based on the report, the ball that fell into the drop hole 14 by the ball pusher game is a large ball Determine whether or not this is the case (step S103). If the large ball falls into the drop hole 14 ( Step S103 (YES), the control unit 50 will respond if the player presses the lottery operation button 180. Determine whether or not (Step S104). If the player presses the lottery operation button 180. (If YES in step S104), the control unit 50 starts the lottery game (step S10 5).

[0118] On the other hand, if the small ball falls into the drop hole 14 (NO in step S103), and play If Y has not pressed the lottery operation button 180 (NO in step S104), the control unit 50 The process returns to step S102.

[0119] As shown in Figure 10, the details of the lottery game are as follows: the control unit 50 controls the ball identification of the ball guide unit. Based on ball information transmitted by sensors, a lottery is held corresponding to the color of the dropped large ball. The game is played. For example, if the color of the large ball that falls is the first color, the control unit 50 will determine the first The lottery game begins (step S1051a). The roulette wheel then spins multiple times. The number of layers in the rotating medal tower is determined by lottery multiple times, and then the medal tower shape Narube 16 forms a medal tower with a number of layers corresponding to each numerical value, based on the numerical value of each lottery result. Continue (step S1052a). After that, the control unit 50 will turn the lottery roulette to "X". Determine whether or not it is the case (step S1053a). If the lottery roulette is "X" If the answer is YES in step S1053a, the control unit 50 terminates the lottery game.

[0120] On the other hand, if the lottery roulette does not show "X" (NO in step S1053a), The control unit 50 returns the process to step S1052a.

[0121] Furthermore, if the color of the dropped large ball is the second color, the control unit 50 opens the second lottery game. It begins (Step S1051b). Then the roulette wheel turns to "☆" (Step S10 52b) The control unit 50 performs the second medal pusher game (step S1053b). Here, each time the second medal pusher game is played, the center pusher table 22 is 1 The pusher is pushed a number of times. That is, the center pusher table 22 moves in the third direction D3. It moves back and forth once. Subsequently, the control unit 50 sends a continuous push to the player via the display unit 19. Confirm whether or not to conduct a lottery (step S1054b). Players pay additional game fees. If you pay and the roulette wheel shows "○" (YES in step S1054b), Player 50 will play the second medal pusher game (step S1055b). Next, the control unit 50 determines whether the lottery roulette wheel is showing "X" or not (step S 1056b). If the lottery roulette shows "X" (YE in step S1056b) S) The control unit 50 terminates the lottery game.

[0122] On the other hand, if the player does not pay the additional game fee and the roulette does not land on "O" (NO in step S1054b), and if the lottery roulette is not "X" (S In step S1056b (NO), the control unit 50 returns the process to step S1055b.

[0123] Furthermore, if the color of the dropped large ball is the third color, the control unit 50 opens the third lottery game. The process begins (Step S1051c). Then, the roulette draw begins (Step S105 2c) The numerical result of the lottery is displayed (step 1053c). Therefore, the control unit 50, Based on the numerical result of the lottery, a medal tower with a number of layers corresponding to that number is formed (S10 54c). After the medal tower is completed, the control unit 50 terminates the lottery game.

[0124] (Steps S106 to S108) Next, returning to Figure 8, the control unit 50 determines whether or not there is a transport request to transport the medal tower. Dismiss (step S106). If there is no transport request (NO in step S106), The control unit 50 determines whether the exit state of the extrusion unit 171 has been completed (step S107). ). If the exit state of the extrusion unit 171 is not completed (NO in step S107), control unit 50 is the first medal pusher game, ball pusher game, and medal insertion game. The ongoing game is stopped (step S108). Then the control unit 50 presses again. It is determined whether the exit state of the ejection unit 171 has been completed (step S109). When the exit state ends (YES in step S109), the control unit 50 stops, Restart the first medal pusher game, ball pusher game, and / or medal insertion game. (Step S110)

[0125] On the other hand, if a transport request is made (YES in step S106), the control unit 50 will process The process proceeds to step S108, and if the exit state of the extrusion unit 171 has not been completed (step In step S109 (NO), the control unit 50 returns the process to step S108. Also, the extrusion unit 171 When the exit state ends (YES in step S107), the control unit 50 steps Proceed to S109.

[0126] On the other hand, if the extrusion unit 171 is in a transport state (YES in step S107), the control unit 50 The process proceeds to step S109. Also, if the extrusion unit 171 is not in the exit state (step If step S108 (NO), the control unit 50 proceeds to step S110.

[0127] (Steps S110 and S111) Subsequently, the control unit 50 determines whether or not the extrusion unit 171 is in a standby state (step S 110). If the extrusion unit 171 is in standby mode (YES in step S107), the control unit 5 0 restarts the first medal pusher game and / or medal insertion game (Step S1) 11) Then, the control unit 50 terminates the lottery game.

[0128] On the other hand, if the extrusion unit 171 is not in standby mode (NO in step S107), the control unit 50 The process returns to step S109.

[0129] Subsequently, the control unit 50 returns the process to step S102. 50 controls the medal game by repeating the above steps.

[0130] In the medal game machine 1 according to the embodiment described above, medals are received from an external source. Furthermore, there is a medal insertion unit 11 for inserting medals into the first area F1, and a mounting unit for placing medals. A surface 12, a pusher table 13 for moving medals placed on the mounting surface 12, and one layer A medal tower forming unit 16 that forms the upper medal tower at a predetermined position P2, and at the predetermined position P2 It includes a transport unit 17 that transports the formed medal tower to the mounting surface 12, and the mounting surface 12 is flat When viewed from the surface, the mounting surface 12 and the pusher table 13 are within the first region F1 and in a predetermined position Placement P2 is located within the second region F2 outside the first region F1, and the medal tower forming section 16 is A medal tower visible from the outside of the Dal Game Machine 1 can be formed. As a result, In medal games, the medal acquisition game and the medal tower building game do not affect each other. This can be done. Specifically, a medal acquisition game and a medal tower building game. By having the medals inserted and pushed in different areas during the medal acquisition game, By moving Bull, we can prevent the unfinished medal tower from collapsing. Therefore During the process of forming the medal tower, the insertion of medals and the movement of the pusher table are stopped. This eliminates the need to stop the game, and allows for the medal tower building game to be played in parallel with the medal acquisition game. This allows for a reduction in the waiting time for forming the medal tower, and also reduces the waiting time. This can alleviate the stress players experience from not being able to play medal-winning games during their free time. This makes it possible to play medal games at a good pace. At the same time, it also makes it easier to form medal towers. By making the medal game machine visible from the outside, players can see the state of the medal tower formation. This makes it easier to check and encourages players to build taller medal towers. This improves players' satisfaction with medal games and their enjoyment of them. It can be done.

[0131] Furthermore, in the medal game machine 1 according to the embodiment described above, the height of the predetermined position P2 The height is the same as the height of the mounting surface 12, and the transport unit 17 moves the medal tower horizontally. Then, the medal tower can be transported from the designated position P2 to the mounting surface 12. As a result, This system makes it easy to transport the medal tower and keeps the medal tower stable during transport. It can be maintained in that state.

[0132] Furthermore, in the medal game machine 1 according to the embodiment described above, the transport unit 17 is the first It can move back and forth horizontally between area F1 and the second area F2, and can make contact with the medal tower. The extrusion section 171 pushes the medal tower from a predetermined position P2 onto the mounting surface 12. The pusher table 13 moves horizontally in the first direction D1 relative to the mounting surface 12, and the extrusion section 171 moves horizontally in the second direction D2 relative to the mounting surface 12, and in the first direction D1 and the second direction Direction D2 intersects with the second region F2, and in the second direction D2, the second region F2 is one of the first region F1. It can be located on one side. As a result, the transport of the medal tower can be done using a simple configuration. This can be achieved, and the pusher table and the extrusion unit are positioned so that their respective directions of movement intersect. By arranging them in this way, the direction of movement of the pusher table is different compared to when they are placed side by side. This makes it possible to reduce the dimensions of medal game machines and contribute to the miniaturization of medal game machines. It is possible.

[0133] Furthermore, in the medal game machine 1 according to the embodiment described above, the medal insertion section 11 and The system further includes a control unit 50 that controls the pusher table 13, and the control unit 50 controls the medal tower - The forming process in which the forming section 16 forms a medal tower, or the medal tower is placed in a predetermined position P2. In the placed state, the medal insertion unit 11 inserts medals into the first area F1 and pushes The medal table 13 is made movable, and the conveying section 17 is formed at a predetermined position P2. In the transport process of transporting the watts to the mounting surface 12, the first area F1 is brought by the medal insertion unit 11. The insertion of medals and the movement of the pusher table 13 can be stopped. As a result, If a medal pusher game can be played simultaneously during the process of forming the medal tower... Together, when transporting the completed medal tower, the medals from the medal pusher game progress This will prevent the tower from collapsing.

[0134] Furthermore, in the medal game machine 1 according to the embodiment described above, the mounting surface 12 is provided with A predetermined placement position P1 for placing the Dal Tower is formed, and the transport section 1 By making contact with the medal tower, 7 moves the medal tower from the designated position P2 to the mounting position P1. It has an extrusion section 171 that pushes out the medals, and controls the medal insertion section 11 and the pusher table 13. The control unit 50 further comprises the extrusion unit 171 of one medal at a predetermined position P2. From the moment the medal tower makes contact with the tower and begins to move toward the mounting position P1, the extrusion part The transport process until 171 has finished moving the medal tower to the placement position P1, and the transport process The exit process from immediately after the cracking until the extrusion portion 171 exits the first region F1, and the odor Then, the medal insertion unit 11 inserts medals into the first area F1 and / or pusher table The movement of 13 is stopped, the extrusion unit 171 does not come into contact with the medal tower, and it is outside the first region F1. In the standby state, the medal insertion unit 11 inserts medals into the first area F1 and This allows the pusher table 13 to move. As a result, the extrusion section can move the medaka By stopping the medal acquisition game only during the transport process of the tower and the exit process of the ejection section, This aims to prevent the collapse of the medal tower during transport due to medal insertion and damage to the ejection mechanism during medal removal. This allows for the creation of a more efficient system, and also reduces the stopping time of the medal pusher game.

[0135] Furthermore, in the medal game machine 1 according to the embodiment described above, the control unit 50 is transport During the process and exit process, the medal insertion unit 11 can accept medals from the outside. In addition, the number of medals received by the medal insertion unit 11 during the transport process is calculated. This is possible. As a result, even if the medal pusher game is temporarily stopped, the player can insert medals. A medal can be inserted into section 11, increasing the player's freedom of choice.

[0136] Furthermore, in the medal game machine 1 according to the embodiment described above, the medal insertion unit 11 is It has an adjustment handle 112 (insertion operation part) operated by the player, and the mounting surface 12 has a medal A predetermined mounting position P1 for placing the tower is formed, and the transport section 17 By making contact with the medal tower, it pushes the medal tower from the predetermined position P2 to the mounting position P1. It has an extrusion unit 171 that extrudes, and immediately after the conveying process, the extrusion unit 171 is in the first region F1 The exit process is carried out, and the control unit 50 controls the input button during the transport process and the exit process. Even if the 113 is operated, the medal insertion unit 11 will not insert the medal into the first area F1. This allows control of the medal insertion unit 11. As a result, the medal tower can be controlled by inserting medals. This will definitely prevent the collapse.

[0137] The present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and those skilled in the art can adapt these embodiments to... Even designs that have undergone modifications are included within the scope of the present invention, as long as they retain the features of the present invention. That is, each element provided in each of the above embodiments, and their arrangement, material, conditions, shape, size, etc. These are not limited to the examples given and can be modified as appropriate. Each element of the construction form can be combined to the extent technically possible, and these Combinations of these are also included within the scope of the present invention insofar as they include the features of the present invention. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0138] 10…First medal game machine 11… Medal insertion section 12… Mounting surface 13… Pusher Table 16…Medal Tower Formation Section 17…Conveyor Department 50…Control Unit 60…Cabinet 112... Adjustment handle 171...Extrusion section F1…1st area F2…Second area P2…Predetermined position P1...Placement position

Claims

1. A medal insertion section for inserting medals into the first area, A medal tower forming unit that forms a medal tower of one or more layers at a predetermined position within a second region outside the first region, A protective section that prevents the medal in the first area from entering the second area, A transport unit that transports the medal tower formed at the predetermined position to the first area, A mounting surface on which the medal is placed, The system includes a pusher table for moving the medal placed on the aforementioned mounting surface, The system is configured to stop the insertion of medals by the medal insertion unit or the movement of the pusher table while the medal tower is being transported by the transport unit. Medal game machine.

2. The medal game machine according to claim 1, wherein the protective part is transparent.

3. The medal game machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the protective section comprises a wall and a door that can be opened and closed relative to the wall.

4. The medal game machine according to claim 3, wherein the door is configured to close the opening in the wall by the spring when it is not subjected to any external force other than the spring.

5. The medal game machine according to claim 4, wherein the door is configured to open and close the opening in the wall in conjunction with the operation of the transport unit when it receives a force in a predetermined direction from the transport unit.

6. The medal game machine according to claim 1, wherein the mounting surface and the pusher table are located within the first region.

7. The medal tower forming unit forms the medal tower simultaneously with the insertion of medals by the medal insertion unit and the movement of the pusher table, as described in Claim 1.

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