JP2009045351A - GAME DEVICE AND GAME CONTROL METHOD FOR EXECUTING A RACE BY MULTIPLE COMPETITION OBJECTS - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game device and a game control method that have fun so that players do not get bored immediately.
(A) In a racing game in which a plurality of competition objects assigned different numbers compete with each other in the competition game, a process for determining the ranking of each competition object, and (B) a process (A). A game device comprising: a controller programmed to execute a process of executing a bingo game based on a ranking of each competition object and a number assigned to each competition object.
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Description

The present invention relates to a game apparatus and a game control method for executing a race by a plurality of competition subjects.

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, there is known a game device that progresses through a race in which a plurality of competition objects compete with each other, such as horse racing game devices (see, for example, Patent Documents 1 to 16). Generally, in such a game apparatus, a player predicts which competition object will win in a race based on information and intuition provided from the game apparatus, and a game medium such as a medal against the competition object BET. Then, it is possible to receive a payout according to the result of the race and the betting game medium.

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The horse racing game apparatus described above intends to provide a game imitating an actual horse racing. However, in a horse racing game device, there is a problem that a real horse does not actually race in front of you like an actual horse race, so it lacks reality and is inferior to an actual horse race. . Therefore, there is a problem that the player gets bored with the game in a short time.
However, there is room to develop a game device that can improve the fun of the game and make it difficult for players to get bored by devising a device that cannot be realized by actual horse racing.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a game apparatus and a game control method that have fun so that players do not get bored immediately.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following.
(1) A game device comprising a controller programmed to execute the following processes (A) to (B).
(A) In a racing game in which a plurality of competitors assigned different numbers compete with each other in the race game, a process for determining the rank of each competitor, and
(B) A process of executing a bingo game based on the ranking of each competition object determined by the above process (A) and the numbers assigned to each competition object.

According to the invention of (1), the rank of each competition object is determined in a race in which a plurality of competition objects (for example, racehorses in a horse racing game) assigned different numbers (for example, 1 to 12) compete with each other. Is done. Then, the bingo game is executed based on the determined ranking of each competition object and the numbers assigned to each competition object.
Therefore, the player can enjoy the bingo game simultaneously with the horse racing game. Moreover, since the result of one race affects both the payout of game media in the horse racing game and the payout of game media in the bingo game, the player's expectation for the race result is that only the horse racing game is played. Doubled.
Therefore, according to the invention of (1), the player can fully enjoy the game, and the player can be prevented from getting bored with the game in a short time.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(2) The game device according to (1) above,
A display device capable of displaying images;
The controller further includes:
(C) programmed to execute a process of displaying an image indicating a number arranged in each of the squares of N rows and N columns (N is an integer of 2 or more) on the display device at a predetermined timing. And
The above process (B)
(B-1) In the image displayed by the process (C), a number specified based on the rank of each competition object determined by the process (A) and a number assigned to each competition object, or A process of changing the display mode of the cells in which the numbers are arranged; and
(B-2) It is characterized by including a process of giving a payout when a combination of numbers or cells whose display mode has changed by the process (B-1) satisfies a predetermined condition.

According to invention of (2), the image which shows the number arrange | positioned at each of the cell of N rows N columns is displayed on a display apparatus, Based on the ranking of each competition object, and the number allocated to each competition object The bingo game is executed by changing the number to be specified or the display mode of the grid in which the number is arranged.
Therefore, the player can grasp the progress of the bingo game as the display mode changes, and can visually enjoy the progress of the bingo game.
Therefore, according to the invention of (2), it is possible to have the player enjoy the game further, and the game can be played for a longer time.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(3) The game device according to (2) above,
Comprising a plurality of stations with input devices through which a player can input instructions;
The display device is provided in each of the stations,
The above process (B-2)
(B-2-1) In an image displayed on the display device included in any station, when a combination of numbers or cells whose display mode has changed by the processing (B-1) satisfies a predetermined condition, Including the process of granting dividends to stations,
The controller further includes:
(B ′) After the process (B-2-1), it is programmed to execute a process of ending the bingo game.

According to the invention of (3), in any station, a combination of numbers or squares satisfies a predetermined condition (in at least one line among lines formed vertically, horizontally, or diagonally, the arrangement of numbers is (Hereinafter also referred to as “bingo is completed”), a payout is awarded to the station, and then the bingo game is ended.
Therefore, in a single bingo game, only the player who completes the bingo earliest among the players participating in the bingo game can receive a dividend. Therefore, it is possible to make the player feel competitive and want to complete the bingo faster than other players, and to give a sense of tension, so that the game can be fully enjoyed.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(4) The game device according to (3) above,
The input device is
It is possible to input a BET for the above racing game,
The controller further includes:
(D) programmed to execute a process of receiving a BET for the racing game from the input device;
The above process (C)
In the process (D), an image indicating a number arranged in each of the N rows and N columns is displayed on the display device of the station to which a BET of a predetermined amount or more of game media is input from the input device. It is characterized by being.

According to the invention of (4), the bingo game is executed only at a station where a predetermined amount or more of game media are bet. Accordingly, it is possible to prompt the player to bet a predetermined amount or more of game media, so that it is possible to increase the profit of the game store.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(5) The game device according to any one of (2) to (4) above,
Each square has a number,
The numbers placed in each square include the same numbers assigned to each competition target,
The process (B-1)
(B-1-1) Based on the ranking of each competition object determined by the above process (A), a process for identifying a predetermined number of numbers assigned to the competition objects from the top to the predetermined competition, and
(B-1-2) In the image displayed by the process (C), it is a process for changing the number specified by the process (B-1-1) or the display mode of the cell in which the number is arranged. It is characterized by that.

According to the invention of (5), one number is arranged for each cell, and the numbers allocated to each competition object are included in the numbers arranged for each cell. . Then, a predetermined number (for example, two) of numbers assigned to the competition objects (for example, the first and second competition objects) from the top to the predetermined in the race game, or the arrangement of the numbers. The display mode of the cells changes.
Therefore, the bingo game proceeds based on which racehorse has entered the top few in the race game. Which racehorse has entered the top number in the race game is information that directly indicates the result of the race game. According to the invention of (5), the result of the race game is directly used in the bingo game. It is possible to give a strong impression to the player that the player can feel that the race game and the bingo game are being played together. As a result, the game can be fully enjoyed, and great satisfaction can be provided to the player.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(6) The game device according to any one of (2) to (4) above,
In each cell, a combination of numbers consisting of a predetermined number of numbers is arranged,
The combination of numbers placed in each square is a combination of numbers assigned to each competition target,
The process (B-1)
(B-1-1) Based on the ranking of each competition object determined by the above process (A), a process for identifying a predetermined number of numbers assigned to the competition objects from the top to the predetermined competition, and
(B-1-3) In the image displayed by the process (C), at least a grid display in which a combination of numbers composed of a predetermined number of numbers specified by the process (B-1-1) is arranged. It is the process which changes an aspect, It is characterized by the above-mentioned.

According to the invention of (6), each cell is provided with a combination of numbers consisting of a predetermined number of numbers, and the combination of numbers arranged in each cell is a combination of numbers assigned to each competition object. It is a thing. Then, a combination of numbers (for example, 3 and 7) that is a predetermined number of numbers (for example, 3 and 7) assigned to the competition objects (for example, the first and second competition objects) from the top to the predetermined in the racing game. The display mode of the cells arranged in 3-7) changes.
Therefore, the bingo game proceeds based on which racehorse has entered the top few in the race game. Which racehorse has entered the top few in the race game is information that directly indicates the result of the race game. According to the invention of (6), the result of the race game is directly used in the bingo game. It is possible to give a strong impression to the player that the player can feel that the race game and the bingo game are being played together.

Furthermore, according to the invention of (6), the display mode of the grid changes only when the combination of numbers assigned to the racehorses that have entered the top number in the race game exists in the grid. Such a probability is relatively low, and the path to completing the bingo is not easy. However, because the joy of completing the bingo is also included, the process of bringing the bingo closer to completion is full of expectations for the player.
Therefore, the game can be sufficiently enjoyed through such a process, and great satisfaction can be provided to the player.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(7) The game device according to (6) above,
Among the borders between two adjacent cells, there is a border where one of the numbers assigned to each competition object is placed.
The above process (B-1-3)
In the boundary part, when there is a boundary part in which the number assigned to the competition subject having the first rank among the predetermined number of numbers specified by the processing (B-1-1) is arranged, The method includes a process of changing a display mode of the two cells forming the boundary portion.

According to the invention of (7), there is a boundary portion where any of the numbers assigned to each competition object is arranged in the boundary portion between two adjacent cells. Then, when there is a boundary portion where the numbers assigned to the competition subject ranked first in the racing game are present, the display mode of the two cells forming the boundary portion is changed.
Therefore, in this case, the display mode of the two cells changes in one race game, and the bingo is completed more rapidly than in the case where only the display mode of one cell changes in one race game. It is possible to make the player feel lucky. Thereby, it is possible to provide satisfaction to the player. In addition, since it is possible for a player to play a game with great expectation that a racehorse corresponding to a number arranged at the boundary portion between two adjacent squares will win, Can be fully enjoyed.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(8) The game device according to any one of (2) to (7) above,
The controller further includes:
(E) is programmed to execute a process of determining whether or not to generate the bingo game at a specific timing by lottery;
The above process (C)
When it is determined in the process (E) that a bingo game is to be generated, the display device displays an image indicating a number arranged in each of N rows and N columns. .

According to the invention of (8), whether or not to generate a bingo game is determined by lottery at a specific timing. Therefore, when the bingo game is generated is not determined in advance, it is possible for the player to play the game while always expecting the bingo game to occur. When a bingo game occurs, it is possible to give a great joy and certain surprises to the player, and an extremely attractive game can be provided.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(9) (A) In a racing game in which a plurality of competition subjects assigned different numbers compete with each other in the ranking, determining the ranking of each competition subject; and
(B) A game control method including a step of executing a bingo game based on the ranking of each competition object determined in the above step (A) and the number assigned to each competition object.

According to the invention of (9), the rank of each competition object is determined in a race in which a plurality of competition objects (for example, racehorses in a horse racing game) assigned different numbers (for example, 1 to 12) compete for rank. Is done. Then, the bingo game is executed based on the determined ranking of each competition object and the numbers assigned to each competition object.
Therefore, the player can enjoy the bingo game simultaneously with the horse racing game. Moreover, since the result of one race affects both the payout of game media in the horse racing game and the payout of game media in the bingo game, the player's expectation for the race result is that only the horse racing game is played. Doubled.
Therefore, according to the invention of (9), it is possible to have the player fully enjoy the game, and it is possible to prevent the player from getting bored with the game in a short time.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(10) The game control method of (9) above,
(C) including a step of displaying, on a display device, an image indicating a number arranged in each of N rows and N columns (N is an integer of 2 or more) at a predetermined timing;
The above stage (B)
(B-1) In the image displayed in the step (C), a number specified based on the ranking of each competition object determined in the step (A) and a number assigned to each competition object, or Changing the display mode of the cells in which the numbers are arranged; and
(B-2) The method includes a step of giving a payout when the combination of numbers or grids whose display mode has changed in the step (B-1) satisfies a predetermined condition.

According to invention of (10), the image which shows the number arrange | positioned at each of the cell of N rows N columns is displayed on a display apparatus, Based on the order | rank of each competition object, and the number allocated to each competition object The bingo game is executed by changing the number to be specified or the display mode of the grid in which the number is arranged.
Therefore, the player can grasp the progress of the bingo game as the display mode changes, and can visually enjoy the progress of the bingo game.
Therefore, according to the invention of (10), it is possible to have the player enjoy the game further, and the game can be played for a longer time.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(11) The game control method according to (10) above,
The above stage (B-2)
(B-2-1) In the image displayed on the display device included in any one of the plurality of stations including the input device through which the player can input an instruction, the above step (B-1) Including a step of giving a payout to the station when a combination of numbers or squares whose display mode has changed satisfies a predetermined condition;
Furthermore,
(B ′) After the step (B-2-1), the method includes a step of ending the bingo game.

According to the invention of (11), in any station, a combination of numbers or squares satisfies a predetermined condition (a sequence of numbers in at least one line among lines formed vertically, horizontally, or diagonally). (Hereinafter also referred to as “bingo is completed”), a payout is awarded to the station, and then the bingo game is ended.
Therefore, in a single bingo game, only the player who completes the bingo earliest among the players participating in the bingo game can receive a dividend. Therefore, it is possible to make the player feel competitive and want to complete the bingo faster than other players, and to give a sense of tension, so that the game can be fully enjoyed.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(12) The game control method according to (11) above,
(D) including a step of accepting a BET for the racing game,
Step (C) above is
It is a step of displaying an image indicating a number arranged in each of the N rows and N columns on the display device provided in the station where a predetermined amount or more of the gaming media are betted in the step (D). And

According to the invention of (12), the bingo game is executed only at a station where a predetermined amount or more of game media are bet. Accordingly, it is possible to prompt the player to bet a predetermined amount or more of game media, so that it is possible to increase the profit of the game store.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(13) The game control method according to any one of (10) to (12) above,
Each square has a number,
The numbers placed in each square include the same numbers assigned to each competition target,
The above stage (B-1)
(B-1-1) A step of identifying a predetermined number of numbers assigned to the competition objects from the top to the predetermined rank based on the rank determined in the step (A), and
(B-1-2) In the image displayed in the step (C), the number specified in the step (B-1-1) or the display mode of the cell in which the number is arranged is changed. It is characterized by that.

According to the invention of (13), one number is arranged in each cell, and the number allocated to each competition object is included in the numbers arranged in each cell. . Then, a predetermined number (for example, two) of numbers assigned to the competition objects (for example, the first and second competition objects) from the top to the predetermined in the race game, or the arrangement of the numbers. The display mode of the cells changes.
Therefore, the bingo game proceeds based on which racehorse has entered the top few in the race game. Which racehorse has entered the top few in the race game is information that directly indicates the result of the race game. According to the invention of (13), the result of the race game is directly used in the bingo game. It is possible to give a strong impression to the player that the player can feel that the race game and the bingo game are being played together. As a result, the game can be fully enjoyed, and great satisfaction can be provided to the player.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(14) The game control method according to any one of (10) to (12) above,
In each cell, a combination of numbers consisting of a predetermined number of numbers is arranged,
The combination of numbers placed in each square is a combination of numbers assigned to each competition target,
The above stage (B-1)
(B-1-1) A step of identifying a predetermined number of numbers assigned to the competition objects from the top to the predetermined rank based on the rank determined in the step (A), and
(B-1-3) In the image displayed in the above step (C), at least a cell having a combination of numbers consisting of a predetermined number of numbers specified in the above step (B-1-1) is displayed. It is a stage which changes an aspect, It is characterized by the above-mentioned.

According to the invention of (14), each cell is provided with a combination of numbers consisting of a predetermined number of numbers, and the combination of numbers arranged in each cell is a combination of numbers assigned to each competition object. It is a thing. Then, a combination of numbers (for example, 3 and 7) that is a predetermined number of numbers (for example, 3 and 7) assigned to the competition objects (for example, the first and second competition objects) from the top to the predetermined in the racing game. The display mode of the cells arranged in 3-7) changes.
Therefore, the bingo game proceeds based on which racehorse has entered the top few in the race game. Which racehorse has entered the top few in the race game is information that directly indicates the result of the race game. According to the invention of (14), the result of the race game is directly used in the bingo game. It is possible to give a strong impression to the player that the player can feel that the race game and the bingo game are being played together.

Furthermore, according to the invention of (14), the display mode of the grid changes only when the combination of numbers assigned to the racehorses in the top few in the racing game is in the grid. Such a probability is relatively low, and the path to completing the bingo is not easy. However, because the joy of completing the bingo is also included, the process of bringing the bingo closer to completion is full of expectations for the player.
Therefore, the game can be sufficiently enjoyed through such a process, and great satisfaction can be provided to the player.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(15) The game control method according to (14) above,
Among the borders between two adjacent cells, there is a border where one of the numbers assigned to each competition object is placed.
The above stage (B-1-3)
In the boundary part, when there is a boundary part in which the number assigned to the competition subject having the first rank among the predetermined number of numbers specified in the step (B-1-1) is arranged, The method includes a step of changing a display mode of the two cells forming the boundary portion.

According to the invention of (15), there is a boundary portion where any of the numbers assigned to each competition object is arranged in the boundary portion between two adjacent cells. Then, when there is a boundary portion where the numbers assigned to the competition subject ranked first in the racing game are present, the display mode of the two cells forming the boundary portion is changed.
Therefore, in this case, the display mode of the two cells changes in one race game, and the bingo is completed more rapidly than in the case where only the display mode of one cell changes in one race game. It is possible to make the player feel lucky. Thereby, it is possible to provide satisfaction to the player. In addition, since it is possible for a player to play a game with great expectation that a racehorse corresponding to a number arranged at the boundary portion between two adjacent squares will win, Can be fully enjoyed.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(16) The game control method according to any one of (9) to (15) above,
(E) including a step of determining by lottery whether or not to generate the bingo game at a specific timing;
Step (C) above is
When it is determined in the step (E) that a bingo game is to be generated, it is a step of displaying on the display device an image indicating a number arranged in each of the N rows and N columns.

According to the invention of (16), whether or not to generate a bingo game is determined by lottery at a specific timing. Therefore, when the bingo game is generated is not determined in advance, it is possible for the player to play the game while always expecting the bingo game to occur. When a bingo game occurs, it is possible to give a great joy and certain surprises to the player, and an extremely attractive game can be provided.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a game apparatus and a game control method that are both interesting and entertaining so that players do not get bored immediately.

Embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the following, a case where the present invention is applied to a horse racing game apparatus will be described as a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

FIGS. 1A and 1B are diagrams illustrating examples of images displayed on two sub-monitors provided in a station provided in the horse racing game apparatus according to the present embodiment.
The horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment includes a plurality of stations 101 in which a plurality of players can input a command (for example, BET) relating to a horse racing game and perform a horse racing game (see FIG. 2). . Each station 101 includes two sub monitors 113a and 113b (see FIG. 3). The images shown in FIG. 1 are displayed on the sub monitors 113a and 113b.

In the horse racing game, a race in which a plurality of virtual racehorses compete with each other for ranking is performed. Then, the player makes a BET (betting) in anticipation of which racehorse will win. The racehorse corresponds to the competition object in the present invention, and the race corresponds to the race game in the present invention. In this specification, the BET by the player and the race (race game) by the racehorse are collectively referred to as a horse race game.

In the present embodiment, at the station 101 that satisfies a predetermined condition, a bingo game is played based on the rank of each racehorse determined in the horse racing game.
Here, the predetermined condition means the following.
Condition (i): BET of a predetermined amount or more is being performed Condition (ii): A situation in which the main game unit 11 which is the central part of the horse racing game apparatus 1 is generating a bingo game (hereinafter referred to as “bingo game occurrence”) In this embodiment, the bingo game is played at the station 101 that satisfies the above conditions (i) and (ii).

Different numbers (1 to 12) are assigned to each running horse in the horse racing game as the starting number, and the starting number of the racing horse that entered the top two in each race is specified. Progress.

In FIGS. 1A and 1B, a race image showing a race state is displayed on the sub monitor 113a. The image displayed on the sub monitor 113a in FIG. 1 (a) shows a state in the middle of the race, and the image displayed on the sub monitor 113a in FIG. 1 (b) is determined by the top two racehorses. It shows the situation at times.

On the other hand, in FIGS. 1A and 1B, a bingo image 200 showing a state in which a bingo game is being performed is displayed on the sub monitor 113b. The bingo image 200 is an image in which numbers are arranged one by one in each of 5 × 5 cells. The sub monitor 113b corresponds to the display device in the present invention.
In the bingo game, two numbers indicated by the race numbers of the racehorses that entered the top two in the race of the horse racing game are specified, and the display mode of the cells in which these two numbers are arranged changes. Then, when the combination of cells whose display mode has changed satisfies a predetermined condition (when a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal line is formed), a payout is awarded. In this specification, the combination of the cells whose display mode has changed satisfies the predetermined condition is also referred to as “bingo is completed”.

The image displayed on the sub-monitor 113a in FIG. 1B indicates that the horse with the start number “8” is first and the horse with the start number “1” is second. Then, based on the result of the race, the bingo image 200 displayed on the sub monitor 113b in FIG. 1B is “8” as compared with the bingo image 200 displayed on the sub monitor 113b in FIG. And the display mode of the cell where “1” is arranged is changed.
Thus, in this embodiment, a bingo game is performed based on the result of the horse racing game.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view schematically showing an example of a horse racing game apparatus according to the present embodiment.
The horse racing game apparatus 1 includes a main monitor 21, speakers 22 installed on the left and right sides of the main monitor 21, a display device 23 installed on the upper side of the main monitor 21, and a plurality of devices installed to face the main monitor 21. Station 101.
The main monitor 21 displays an image indicating the progress of the race, an image indicating information based on the BET, and the like.
A sound corresponding to the progress of the race is output from the speaker 22. The display 23 displays information related to the game in general.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view schematically showing an example of the station shown in FIG.
The station 101 is provided on the screen of the cabinet 111, the chair 112 installed in the cabinet 111, the sub monitors 113a and 113b installed in the cabinet 111 so as to face the chair 112, and the sub monitors 113a and 113b. Touch panels 114 a and 114 b (not shown), a bill validator 115 installed on the cabinet 111 on the right side of the chair 112, and a ticket printer 116 installed in front of the bill validator 115 are provided.

On the sub monitor 113a, an image relating to a horse racing game such as a BET image or a race image for performing a BET is displayed. In addition, an image related to the bingo game such as the bingo image 200 is displayed on the sub monitor 113b.
The touch panel 114a is operated by the player when betting on the horse racing game. The touch panel 114a corresponds to the input device in the present invention.

The banknote discriminator 115 recognizes the suitability of banknotes and accepts regular banknotes in the cabinet 111. And the banknote received in the cabinet 111 is converted into the number of coins at a predetermined rate, and the number of credits corresponding to the number of coins is added as the number of credits owned by the player. Note that the bill validator 115 may be configured to be able to read a barcode-added ticket 39 described later.

The ticket printer 116 prints on a ticket a bar code in which data such as the number of credits, date and time, and an identification number of the station 101 are encoded, and outputs it as a ticket 39 with a bar code. The player causes the other station to read the bar code-added ticket 39 and play the game at the station 101, or exchanges the bar code-added ticket 39 with a bill or the like at a predetermined location of the game facility (for example, a cashier in the casino). can do.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing an internal configuration of a main game unit included in the horse racing game apparatus shown in FIG.
The main game unit 11 is a central part of the horse racing game apparatus 1 in the present embodiment. The main game unit 11 includes a main control unit 12, a main monitor 21, a speaker 22, a display device 23, a switch 24, and an external storage device 25.

The main control unit 12 has a microcomputer 45 arranged on a circuit board as a main component. The microcomputer 45 includes a CPU 41 that performs a control operation according to a preset program, a RAM 42, and a ROM 43.
The RAM 42 is a memory that temporarily stores various data calculated by the CPU 41. The ROM 43 stores various programs for performing processing necessary for the control of the horse racing game apparatus 1, information about a plurality of racehorses, win rate data of each racehorse, and the like.

An image processing circuit 31 is connected to the microcomputer 45 via an I / O interface 46. The image processing circuit 31 is connected to the main monitor 21 and controls driving of the main monitor 21.

The image processing circuit 31 includes a program ROM 311, an image ROM 312, an image control CPU 313, a work RAM 314, an image data processor 315 (hereinafter also referred to as VDP 315), and a video RAM 316.
The program ROM 311 stores an image control program related to display on the main monitor 21 and various selection tables.
The image ROM 312 stores various image data such as dot data, background image data, and racehorse image data for forming an image on the main monitor 21, for example.
Also, the image control CPU 313 follows the parameters set by the microcomputer 45 and follows the image control program stored in advance in the program ROM, and the main monitor 21 from among dot data and image data stored in advance in the image ROM. The image to be displayed is determined.
The work RAM 314 is configured as a temporary storage unit when the image control program is executed by the image control CPU 313.
The VDP 315 generates image data corresponding to display contents determined by the image control CPU 313 and outputs the image data to the main monitor 21.
The video RAM 316 is configured as a temporary storage unit when an image is formed with the VDP 315.

The audio circuit 32 is connected to the microcomputer 45 via the I / O interface 46. A speaker 22 is connected to the audio circuit 32. The speakers 22 are provided on the left and right of the main monitor 21, and output sound by being controlled by the audio circuit 32 based on a drive signal from the CPU 41.

A display drive circuit 33 is connected to the microcomputer 45 via an I / O interface 46. The display device 23 is connected to the display device drive circuit 33. The display device 23 is provided on the upper part of the main monitor 21 and displays information related to the game in general by display control of the display device drive circuit 33 based on a drive signal from the CPU 41.

A switch circuit 34 is connected to the microcomputer 45 via an I / O interface 46. The switch 24 is connected to the switch circuit 34. The switch 24 is provided on the lower side of the main monitor 21 and inputs an instruction by an operator's setting operation to the CPU 41 based on a switch signal from the switch circuit 34.

A random number generator 35 is connected to the microcomputer 45 via an I / O interface 46. The random number generator 35 generates a random number sampled by the CPU 41.

A timer 37 is connected to the microcomputer 45 via an I / O interface 46. The timer 37 is used for timing such as when starting a race.

An external storage device 25 is connected to the microcomputer 45 via an I / O interface 46. The external storage device 25 is provided around the main monitor 21. For example, by storing dot data or the like for forming an image in the external storage device 25, the external storage device 25 has the same function as the image ROM 312 in the image processing circuit 31. Accordingly, when the image control CPU 313 in the image processing circuit 31 determines an image to be displayed on the main monitor 21, dot data stored in the external storage device 25 in advance is also determined.

A communication interface 36 is connected to the microcomputer 45 via an I / O interface 46. The sub-control unit 102 of each station 101 is connected to the communication interface 36. Therefore, the CPU 41 performs command transmission / reception, request transmission / reception, data transmission / reception, and the like with each station 101 via the communication interface 36.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing an internal configuration of a station provided in the horse racing game apparatus shown in FIG.
The station 101 includes a sub control unit 102, sub monitors 113a and 113b, touch panels 114a and 114b, a bill validator 115, and a ticket printer 116.

The sub-control unit 102 includes a microcomputer 135 disposed on the circuit board as a main component. The microcomputer 135 includes a CPU 131 that performs a control operation according to a preset program, a RAM 132, and a ROM 133.
The RAM 132 is a memory that temporarily stores various data calculated by the CPU 131. The ROM 133 stores various programs, data tables, and the like for performing processes necessary for controlling the horse racing game apparatus 1.

A sub monitor drive circuit 121 is connected to the microcomputer 135 via an I / O interface 136. Sub-monitors 113a and 113b are connected to the sub-monitor drive circuit 121. The sub monitor drive circuit 121 controls the drive of the sub monitors 113a and 113b based on the drive signal from the main game unit 11. The sub monitor drive circuit 121 has the same configuration and function as the image processing circuit 31 and controls the drive of the sub monitors 113a and 113b so that, for example, a race image and a bingo image 200 are displayed.

A touch panel drive circuit 122 is connected to the microcomputer 135 via an I / O interface 136. Touch panels 114 a and 114 b are connected to the touch panel drive circuit 122. The touch panels 114a and 114b are provided on the screens of the sub-monitors 113a and 113b, and input instructions from the touch operation of the player to the CPU 131 as coordinate signals from the touch panel drive circuit 122.

A bill validator driving circuit 123 is connected to the microcomputer 135 via an I / O interface 136. A bill validator 115 is connected to the bill validator drive circuit 123. The bill validator 115 identifies whether the bill 39 or the ticket 39 with a barcode is appropriate. The banknote discriminator 115 inputs the amount of the accepted banknote to the CPU 131 based on the identification signal from the banknote discriminator drive circuit 123 when accepting a regular banknote. When the bill discriminator 115 receives a regular ticket 39 with a barcode, the bill discriminator 115 inputs the number of credits recorded in the barcode-added ticket 39 to the CPU 131 based on an identification signal from the bill discriminator driving circuit 123. To do.

A ticket printer driving circuit 124 is connected to the microcomputer 135 via an I / O interface 136. A ticket printer 116 is connected to the ticket printer drive circuit 124. The ticket printer 116 is output-controlled by the ticket printer driving circuit 124 based on a driving signal output from the CPU 131, thereby printing a barcode obtained by encoding data such as the number of owned credits stored in the RAM 132 on the ticket. It is output as a ticket 39 with a barcode.

A communication interface 125 is connected to the microcomputer 135 via an I / O interface 136. The main control unit 12 of the main game unit 11 is connected to the communication interface 125. Therefore, the CPU 131 performs transmission / reception of commands, transmission / reception of requests, transmission / reception of data, and the like with the main game unit 11 via the communication interface 125.

A timer 126 is connected to the microcomputer 135 via an I / O interface 136. The timer 126 is used for timing such as when the acceptance of the BET operation is terminated.

FIG. 6 is a diagram schematically illustrating an example of a BET image displayed on the sub monitor.
The BET image displayed on the screen of the sub-monitor 113a covered with the touch panel 114a includes a horse number display area 201, a horse name display area 202, a basic ability display area 203 for displaying speed / stamina as a bar graph, and ranking in the previous five runs. A score display area 204 for displaying the current tone, a tone display area 205 for displaying the current tone by an arrow, and a betting ticket for a horse number double winning combination (hereinafter also referred to as a horse run) in which the combination of the first and second horse numbers is assigned in any order. A betting ticket purchase button display area 206 for displaying a purchase button together with odds and the number of BETs is provided.

The BET image includes an image showing a help button 211, a 1 BET button 213, a 5 BET button 214, a 10 BET button 215, a 50 BET button 216, a cancel button 217, a cashout button 218, and a betting ticket system switching button 222.
Further, the BET image is provided with a time display area 212, a BET number display area 219, a payout amount display area 220, and a credit number display area 221.

The help button 211 is a button that the player touches to display an operation method such as BET on the sub monitor 113a. The time display area 212 displays the remaining time during which BET input is possible. The 1 BET button 213 is a button that the player touches to add “1” to the current BET number. The 5BET button 214 is a button that the player touches to add “5” to the current BET number. The 10 BET button 215 is a button that the player touches to add “10” to the current BET number. The 50 BET button 216 is a button that the player touches to add “50” to the current BET number. Hereinafter, the BET number is also referred to as a BET amount.

The cancel button 217 is a button that the player touches to cancel the added BET number. The cashout button 218 is a button that the player touches in order to pay out coins corresponding to the number of credits owned by the player using the bar code ticket 39. In the BET number display area 219, the total number of BETs set by the player for the current race is displayed. The payout amount display area 220 displays the payout amount of the current race. In the credit amount display area 221, the number of credits owned by the player is displayed.

The BET image shown in FIG. 6 is a horse-race-type BET image, but each time the player touches the betting ticket system switching button 222, a single win (single), a double win (double), a horse number two-win winning single (horse single), Switch to BET images such as horse number triple winning single (three consecutive singles), frame number double winning double winning (frame consecutive), horse number triple winning double winning (three consecutive), enlarged horse number double winning double winning (wide).

A player touches one of the 1BET button 213, 5BET button 214, 10BET button 215, and 50BET button 216, and then touches one of the betting ticket purchase buttons in the betting ticket purchase button display area 206, the player performs a BET. Can do. For example, if the betting ticket purchase button “1-2” in the betting ticket purchase button display area 206 is touched after touching the 10 BET button 215, “10” is added to the current BET number for “1-2”. Can be made. Here, “1-2” means a combination in which the first and second horses are expected to be first and second in random order. The current number of BETs for each horse number combination is displayed next to the betting ticket purchase button corresponding to each combination.

Below, the process performed in the horse racing game apparatus 1 is demonstrated using FIGS. 7-10. Among the processes shown in FIGS. 7 to 10, the process in the main game unit is executed by the main control unit 12. On the other hand, processing in the station 101 is executed by the sub-control unit 102. When the main control unit 12 and the sub control unit 102 execute the processes of FIGS. 7 to 10 in cooperation, the main control unit 12 and the sub control unit 102 function as a controller in the present invention.

7 and 8 are flowcharts showing an example of the game operation in the horse racing game apparatus according to this embodiment.
In the main game unit 11, operations in steps S100 to S106 and steps S110 to S115 are performed.
First, in step S100, the CPU 41 selects information on a predetermined number (for example, 12) of racehorses from information on a plurality of racehorses stored in the ROM 43 based on the random number generated by the random number generator 35. The racehorse will be running in this race. At this time, start numbers “1” to “12” are assigned to the racehorses to start.

Next, in step S101, the CPU 41 executes a process of determining odds for each betting ticket system. At this time, the CPU 41 sets odds based on the winning percentage data of each racehorse stored in the ROM 43. Therefore, the odds of ranking prediction including a racehorse with a high winning rate are set at a low magnification, and the odds of ranking prediction including a racing horse with a low winning rate are set at a high magnification.

In step S <b> 102, the CPU 41 transmits the racehorse (running horse) and the odds determined by the processing in steps S <b> 100 and S <b> 101 as race information to each station 101.

Next, in step S103, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the BET period has expired. Specifically, the CPU 41 determines whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed based on the time information measured by the timer 37.
When determining that the BET period has not expired, the CPU 41 returns the process to step S103. On the other hand, when determining that the BET period has not expired, the CPU 41 shifts the processing to step S104.

In step S104, the CPU 41 executes a race game execution process.
In this race game execution process, the VDP 315 determines the rank of each racehorse in the race game based on the random number generated by the random number generator 35. Based on the determined rank of each racehorse, an image indicating the race progress is output to the main monitor 21.
The race game execution process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG.

In step S105, the CPU 41 determines each station 101 based on the rank of each racehorse determined in the race game execution process in step S104 and the BET information signal transmitted by each station 101 in the process in step S14 described later. Calculate the dividend amount.

Next, in step S106, the CPU 41 transmits each payout amount calculated by the process in step S105 to the corresponding station 101 as payout information.

Next, in step S110, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the main bingo flag is set. The main bingo flag is a flag indicating that the main game unit 11 has generated a bingo game (see step S113). “The main bingo flag is set” indicates that the bingo game is occurring. “Under the occurrence of a bingo game” refers to the situation as described above as one of the conditions under which a bingo game is played.
When determining that the main bingo flag is set, the CPU 41 shifts the processing to step S115. On the other hand, when determining that the main bingo flag is not set, the CPU 41 shifts the processing to step S111.

In step S111, the CPU 41 determines whether or not to generate a bingo game based on a predetermined probability, and as a result, determines whether or not a bingo game has occurred. The process of step S111 constitutes the process (E) in the present invention, and step S111 constitutes the stage (E) in the present invention.
If it is determined that no bingo game has occurred, the CPU 41 ends this subroutine. On the other hand, when determining that the bingo game has occurred, the CPU 41 shifts the processing to step S112.

In step S <b> 112, the CPU 41 transmits a bingo game generation signal to the station 101. The bingo game generation signal is a signal indicating that a bingo game has occurred.
Subsequently, the CPU 41 sets a main bingo flag (step S113).
Then, the CPU 41 sets the remaining number T of the number of games of the bingo game to T = 20 and stores it in the RAM 132 (step S114).

The value of T is decremented by 1 each time a horse racing game is played (see step S122 in FIG. 9). When bingo is completed, T = 0 is set (see step S123). When T = 0, the main bingo flag is cleared (see step S125). Accordingly, the bingo game occurrence state continues for a maximum of 20 games.

After executing the process of step S114, or when determining that the main bingo flag is set in step S110, the CPU 41 executes a bingo game execution process (step S115). The bingo game execution process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG.
After executing the process of step S115, the CPU 41 ends the present subroutine.

On the other hand, in each station 101, each operation | movement of step S10 to S16 and step S20 to S26 is performed.
First, in step S <b> 10, the CPU 131 determines whether race information has been received from the main game unit 11. When determining that the race information has not been received, the CPU 131 returns the process to step S10. On the other hand, when determining that the race information has been received, the CPU 131 shifts the processing to step S11.

In step S11, the CPU 131 displays a BET image on the sub monitor 113a based on the race information transmitted by the CPU 41 (see FIG. 6).

In step S12, the CPU 131 executes a BET operation acceptance process. Specifically, the CPU 131 specifies the content of the BET operation performed by the player based on the coordinate signal from the touch panel drive circuit 122 and stores it in the RAM 132. Further, the CPU 131 reflects the content of the BET operation on the display on the BET image of the sub monitor 113a.
The process of step S12 corresponds to the process (D) in the present invention. Step S12 corresponds to stage (D) in the present invention.

In step S13, the CPU 131 determines whether or not a BET has been placed. When determining that the BET has been placed, the CPU 131 shifts the processing to step S14. On the other hand, when determining that the BET has not been made, the CPU 131 shifts the processing to step S15.

In step S15, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the BET period has expired. Specifically, based on the time information measured by the timer 126, the CPU 131 determines whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed since the start of accepting the BET operation in step S12. When determining that the BET period has not expired, the CPU 131 returns the process to step S12.

In step S <b> 14, the CPU 131 transmits BET information indicating the content of the BET operation as a BET information signal to the main control unit 12 via the communication interface 125. The BET information signal includes at least a betting race horse ID, the number of betting game media, information on the type of betting ticket, and an identification number of the station 101.

After executing the process of step S14 or when it is determined that the BET period has expired in step S15, the CPU 131 is stored in the RAM 132 based on the payout information (see step S106) transmitted by the main game unit 11. The number of credits owned by the player is updated, and the display in the payout amount display area 220 and the credit number display area 221 of the BET image of the sub monitor 113a is updated (step S16).

Subsequently, the CPU 131 determines whether or not the station bingo flag is set (step S20). The station bingo flag is a flag that is set when a bingo game generation signal is received and cleared when a bingo game end signal is received (see steps S22 and S37). “The station bingo flag is set” indicates that the bingo game is being generated in the same manner as “the main bingo flag is set”.
When determining that the station bingo flag is set, the CPU 131 shifts the processing to step S23. On the other hand, when determining that the station bingo flag is not set, the CPU 131 shifts the processing to step S21.

In step S <b> 21, the CPU 131 determines whether a bingo game generation signal has been received from the main game unit 11. When determining that the bingo game generation signal has not been received, the CPU 131 ends the present subroutine. On the other hand, when determining that the bingo game generation signal has been received, the CPU 131 sets a station bingo flag (step S22).

After executing the process of step S22 or when determining that the station bingo flag is set in step S20, the CPU 131 determines that the amount betted in step S12 (BET amount) is a predetermined amount (for example, 10). It is determined whether the credit is equal to or greater than (credit) (step S23).
When determining that the bet amount is less than the predetermined amount, the CPU 131 ends the present subroutine.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the BET amount is equal to or greater than the predetermined amount, the CPU 131 determines whether or not to generate a bingo game based on a predetermined probability, and as a result, determines whether or not a bingo game has occurred. (Step S24). The process of step S24 constitutes process (E) in the present invention, and step S24 constitutes stage (E) in the present invention.
If it is determined that no bingo game has occurred, the CPU 131 ends this subroutine.

On the other hand, when determining that the bingo game has occurred, the CPU 131 displays the bingo image 200 on the sub-monitor 113b (step S25). Specifically, the CPU 131 generates bingo image data indicating the bingo image 200 based on the cell data indicating the 5 × 5 cell stored in the ROM 133 and the 24 numbers determined based on the random numbers. By generating and supplying bingo image data indicating the bingo image 200 to the sub monitor drive circuit 121, the bingo image 200 is displayed on the sub monitor 113b.
Here, the number arranged in the bingo image 200 is one of 1 to 12. In addition, an FR character is arranged in the center cell of the 5 × 5 cell indicated by the cell data. This is a so-called free spot, and the display mode has changed since the start of the bingo game.
In the process of step S25, the CPU 131 determines one number from among the numbers 1 to 12 as the numbers arranged in the 24 cells except for the central cell.
The process of step S25 corresponds to the process (C) in the present invention, and step S25 corresponds to the stage (C) in the present invention.

Next, the CPU 131 executes a bingo game execution process (step S26). The bingo game process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG.
After executing the processing of step S26, the CPU 131 ends this subroutine.

FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of bingo game execution processing performed in the main control unit and the sub control unit.
The bingo game execution process corresponds to the process (B) in the present invention, and each step shown in FIG. 9 constitutes a stage (B) in the present invention.
First, processing performed by the main control unit 12 included in the main game unit 11 will be described.

First, the CPU 41 included in the main control unit 12 transmits rank information to the station 101 (step S120). The rank information is information indicating the rank of each racehorse determined in step S500 of FIG. 10 described later.

Next, the CPU 41 determines whether or not a bingo completion signal has been received from the station 101 in step S34 (step S121). The bingo completion signal is a signal indicating that the bingo has been completed.
When determining that the bingo completion signal has not been received, the CPU 41 sets the value of T stored in the RAM 132 to T = T−1 (step S122). On the other hand, when determining that the bingo completion signal has been received, the CPU 41 sets the value of T stored in the RAM 132 to T = 0 (step S123).

After executing the process of step S122 or step S123, the CPU 41 determines whether or not T = 0 (step S124). If it is determined that T = 0 is not true, the CPU 41 ends this subroutine.
On the other hand, if it is determined that T = 0, the CPU 41 clears the main bingo flag (step S125), transmits a bingo game end signal to the station 101 (step S126), and then ends this subroutine. The bingo game end signal is a signal indicating that the bingo game has ended, and is a signal for instructing the station 101 to clear the station bingo flag.

Next, processing performed by the sub control unit 102 included in the station 101 will be described.
First, the CPU 131 included in the sub control unit 102 receives the order information transmitted from the main game unit 11 in step S120 (step S30).

Next, the CPU 131 identifies two numbers (starting numbers) assigned to the top two racehorses based on the rank information received in step S30 (step S31).
The process of step S31 corresponds to the process (B-1-1) in the present invention, and step S31 corresponds to the stage (B-1-1) in the present invention.
Then, the CPU 131 controls the sub monitor drive circuit 121 so that the display mode of the cell in which the numbers specified in step S31 are arranged in the bingo image 200 displayed on the sub monitor 113b in step S25 (step S32) (FIG. 1 (a) (b)).
The process of step S32 corresponds to the process (B-1-2) in the present invention, and step S32 corresponds to the stage (B-1-2) in the present invention.

Next, the CPU 131 determines whether or not a predetermined condition is satisfied, that is, whether or not a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal line is formed (step S33).
When determining that the predetermined condition is not satisfied, the CPU 131 shifts the processing to step S36.
On the other hand, when determining that the predetermined condition is satisfied, the CPU 131 performs a process relating to the payout (step S34). That is, the CPU 131 updates the number of credits owned by the player stored in the RAM 132. The process of step S34 corresponds to the process (B-2-1) in the present invention, and step S34 corresponds to the stage (B-2-1) in the present invention.

Next, the CPU 131 transmits a bingo completion signal to the main game unit (step S35).
When the process of step S35 is executed or when it is determined in step S33 that the predetermined condition is not satisfied, the CPU 131 determines whether or not a bingo game end signal is received from the station 101 (step S36). .
When determining that the bingo game end signal has not been received, the CPU 131 ends the present subroutine. On the other hand, when determining that the bingo game end signal has been received, the CPU 131 clears the station bingo flag (step S37), and then ends the present subroutine.
The processing of step S121 to step S126 by the main control unit 12 and the processing of step S35 to step S37 by the sub control unit 102 constitute processing (B ') in the present invention, and S121 to step S126 and step S35. Step S37 constitutes step (B ′) in the present invention.

FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating a subroutine of a race game execution process performed in the main control unit.
First, in step S500, the CPU 41 determines the rank of each racehorse in the race game based on the random number generated by the random number generator 35.
The process of step S500 corresponds to process (A) in the present invention, and step S500 corresponds to stage (A) in the present invention.

In step S501, the CPU 41 sets an effect pattern for image display based on the rank of each racehorse determined in the process of step S500. Then, the CPU 41 supplies the set effect pattern to the image processing circuit 31.
The VDP 315 of the image processing circuit 31 generates effect image data of each racehorse from the start to the goal based on the supplied effect pattern, background image data stored in the image ROM 312, racehorse image data, and the like. . Then, the VDP 315 outputs an image indicating the race progress to the main monitor 21 based on the effect image data generated in the process of step S501.
Further, the effect image data is supplied from the VDP 315 to the sub-control unit 102 of the station 101 via the CPU 41. The CPU 131 outputs the effect image data to the sub monitor 113a, and as a result, the race image is displayed on the sub monitor 113a.

In step S503, the CPU 41 determines whether or not all the racehorses running in the race game have reached the goal, that is, whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed since the race was started. When determining that all the racehorses have not reached the goal, the CPU 41 shifts the processing to step S502. On the other hand, when determining that all the racehorses have reached the goal, the CPU 41 shifts the processing to step S504.

In step S504, the CPU 41 sets a race end flag. The race end flag is a flag that is set at the end of the race and cleared when the racehorse that will run in the next race is determined.
After executing the process of step S504, the CPU 41 ends the present subroutine.

As described above, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, the rank of each racehorse is determined in a race in which a plurality of racehorses assigned different numbers (1 to 12) compete for rank. Then, a bingo game is executed based on the determined ranks of the racehorses and the numbers assigned to the racehorses.
Therefore, the player can enjoy the bingo game simultaneously with the horse racing game. Moreover, since the result of one race affects both the payout of game media in the horse racing game and the payout of game media in the bingo game, the player's expectation for the race result is that only the horse racing game is played. Doubled.
Therefore, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, the player can fully enjoy the game, and the player can be prevented from getting bored with the game in a short time.

In addition, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, the bingo image 200 indicating the numbers arranged in each of the 5 × 5 cell grids is displayed on the sub monitor 113b, and the rank of each racehorse and each racehorse are displayed. The bingo game is executed by changing the display mode of the cells in which the numbers specified based on the assigned numbers are arranged.
Therefore, the player can grasp the progress of the bingo game as the display mode changes, and can visually enjoy the progress of the bingo game.
Therefore, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, it is possible for the player to enjoy the game further, and to play the game for a longer time.

Further, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, in any station 101, the combination of cells whose display mode has changed satisfies a predetermined condition (out of lines formed vertically, horizontally, or diagonally). When a sequence of numbers is established on at least one line), a payout is awarded to the station 101, and then the bingo game is ended.
Therefore, in a single bingo game, only the player who completes the bingo earliest among the players participating in the bingo game can receive a dividend. Therefore, it is possible to make the player feel competitive and want to complete the bingo faster than other players, and to give a sense of tension, so that the game can be fully enjoyed.

In addition, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, in order for a bingo game to be performed, it is necessary to be in a bingo game occurrence situation, but under such a bingo game occurrence situation, a maximum of 20 games Will only last for a while. By setting such an upper limit value of the number of games, it is possible to create a situation in which a dividend cannot be received unless bingo is completed within a certain number of games. Thereby, it is possible to give a certain tension to the player, and it is possible to enjoy the game while tasting such a tension.
Furthermore, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, it is necessary to determine that the bingo game is generated at each station 101 in order for the bingo game to be performed. By adopting such a configuration, a bingo game may or may not occur in a situation where, as described above, bingo cannot be received unless bingo is completed within a certain number of games. It is possible to create a situation. Therefore, it is possible to provide a very thrilling and attractive game for the player.

In addition, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, in order for a bingo game to be performed, it is necessary to determine that a bingo game is to be generated at each station 101 under the bingo game occurrence situation. The transition to the game occurrence state and the occurrence of the bingo game at each station 101 are controlled by lottery. Therefore, when the bingo game is generated is not determined in advance, it is possible for the player to play the game while always expecting the bingo game to occur. When a bingo game occurs, it is possible to give a great joy and certain surprises to the player, and an extremely attractive game can be provided.

Further, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, the bingo game is executed only in the station 101 where a predetermined amount or more of game media are bet. Accordingly, it is possible to prompt the player to bet a predetermined amount or more of game media, so that it is possible to increase the profit of the game store.

Further, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, one number is arranged in each cell, and the numbers allocated to each racehorse are the same as the numbers allocated to each cell. Contains numbers. Then, the display mode of the cells in which two numbers assigned to the racehorses ranked first and second in the race game are arranged changes.
Therefore, the bingo game proceeds based on which racehorse has entered the top two in the race game. Since which racehorse has entered the top two in the race game is information that directly indicates the result of the race game, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, the result of the race game is directly bingo. It is possible to give a strong impression to the player that the game is being used, and the player can feel that the race game and the bingo game are being played together. As a result, the game can be fully enjoyed, and great satisfaction can be provided to the player.

In the present embodiment, the number arranged in each cell is any one of 1 to 12. That is, numbers other than the numbers (1 to 12) assigned to each racehorse are not included in the numbers arranged in each square. However, in the present invention, numbers other than the numbers assigned to each racehorse may be included in the numbers arranged in each grid.
In the case of adopting such a configuration, there may be a case where the numbers assigned to the top few racehorses do not exist in the bins of the bingo image 200, so the path to complete the bingo becomes that much difficult. However, because the joy of completing the bingo is also included, the process of bringing the bingo closer to completion is full of expectations for the player. Therefore, the game can be sufficiently enjoyed through such a process, and great satisfaction can be provided to the player.

In the present embodiment, one number is arranged in each cell. However, in the present invention, what is arranged in each grid is not limited to this example. For example, in the present invention, a combination of numbers made up of a predetermined number of numbers may be arranged in each cell.
This case (another embodiment) will be described with reference to FIG. The other embodiment has substantially the same configuration as that of the present embodiment except for step S25 in FIG. 8 and step S32 in FIG. 9, and a flowchart showing processing to be executed is also abbreviated as this embodiment. Since these are the same, only step S25 in FIG. 8 and step S32 in FIG. 9 will be described here.

FIGS. 11A and 11B are diagrams illustrating an example of an image displayed on a sub-monitor according to another embodiment.
As shown in FIGS. 11A and 11B, in this embodiment, unlike the above-described embodiment, a combination of two numbers is arranged in each cell. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, there is a boundary portion where one numeral is arranged in the boundary portion between two adjacent cells.
The combination of numbers arranged in each cell is a combination of two numbers from 1 to 8. Moreover, the number arrange | positioned at the boundary part is any number of 9-12.
Thus, in this embodiment, the number displayed on the bingo image 200 is any number from 1 to 12, corresponding to the number assigned to each racehorse, as in the above-described embodiment. Yes.

In the present embodiment, the CPU 131 performs the following processing in step S25 of FIG.
That is, the CPU 131 generates bingo image data indicating the bingo image 200 based on the cell data indicating the 5 × 5 cell stored in the ROM 133 and the combination of numbers determined based on the random numbers and the numbers. Then, by supplying the bingo image data to the sub monitor drive circuit 121, the bingo image 200 is displayed on the sub monitor 113b.
In this process, the CPU 131 determines a combination of numbers composed of any two numbers from 1 to 8 as a combination of two numbers arranged in each cell. Further, the CPU 131 determines at which boundary part the number is to be arranged, and also determines any number from 9 to 12 as the number to be arranged at the boundary part.

In step S32 of FIG. 9, the CPU 131 performs the following processing.
That is, in the bingo image 200 displayed on the sub-monitor 113b in step S25, the CPU 131 arranges a grid having a combination of numbers composed of the numbers specified in step S31 (two numbers assigned to the top two racehorses). The sub monitor drive circuit 121 is controlled so that the display mode changes. In addition, when there is a boundary portion where the number assigned to the racehorse having the first rank is arranged, the CPU 131 causes the sub-monitor driving circuit to change the display mode of the two cells forming the boundary portion. 121 is controlled.
The process of step S32 corresponds to the process (B-1-3) in the present invention, and step S31 corresponds to the stage (B-1-3) in the present invention.

FIGS. 11A and 11B show changes in the display mode when the horse with the starting number “12” finishes first. In FIG. 11B, the display mode of the two cells forming the boundary portion where “12” is arranged is changed as compared with FIG.

As described above, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, each cell is provided with a combination of numbers composed of two numbers, and the combination of numbers arranged in each cell is assigned to each racehorse. It is a combination of numbers. Then, the display mode of the cell in which a combination of numbers (for example, 3-7) composed of numbers (for example, 3 and 7) assigned to the racehorses ranked first and second in the race game is changed. .
Therefore, the bingo game proceeds based on which racehorse has entered the top two in the race game. Since which racehorse has entered the top two in the race game is information that directly indicates the result of the race game, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, the result of the race game is directly bingo. It is possible to give a strong impression to the player that the game is being used, and the player can feel that the race game and the bingo game are being played together.

Furthermore, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, the display mode of the grid changes only when the combination of numbers assigned to the racehorses that entered the top two in the race game exists in the grid. However, since such a probability is relatively low, the path to complete bingo is not easy. However, because the joy of completing the bingo is also included, the process of bringing the bingo closer to completion is full of expectations for the player.
Therefore, the game can be sufficiently enjoyed through such a process, and great satisfaction can be provided to the player.

In addition, according to the horse racing game apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, a boundary portion where any of the numbers assigned to each racehorse is arranged is present in the boundary portion between two adjacent squares. When there is a boundary portion where numbers assigned to the racehorse ranked first in the race game are present, the display mode of the two cells forming the boundary portion is changed.
Therefore, in this case, the display mode of the two cells changes in one race game, and the bingo is completed more rapidly than in the case where only the display mode of one cell changes in one race game. It is possible to make the player feel lucky. Thereby, it is possible to provide satisfaction to the player. In addition, since it is possible for a player to play a game with great expectation that a racehorse corresponding to a number arranged at the boundary portion between two adjacent squares will win, Can be fully enjoyed.

In the present embodiment, the case where the present invention is applied to the horse racing game apparatus 1 has been described. However, in the present invention, the present invention is applied to a bicycle racing game apparatus, a boat racing game apparatus, a dog racing game apparatus, a car racing game apparatus, an auto racing game apparatus, and the like. It may be applied. In such a configuration, a bicycle, a motor boat, a dog, a car, and a motorcycle respectively correspond to the competition objects in the present invention.

The embodiment of the present invention has been described above, but only specific examples are illustrated, and the present invention is not particularly limited. The specific configuration of each unit and the like can be appropriately changed in design. The effects described in the embodiments of the present invention are only the most preferable effects resulting from the present invention, and the effects of the present invention are limited to those described in the embodiments of the present invention. is not.

(A), (b) is a figure which shows an example of the image displayed on two sub monitors with which the station with which the horse racing game device concerning this embodiment is equipped is equipped. It is a perspective view showing typically an example of a horse racing game device concerning this embodiment. It is a perspective view which shows typically an example of the station shown in FIG. It is a block diagram which shows the internal structure of the main game part with which the horse racing game apparatus shown in FIG. 2 is provided. It is a block diagram which shows the internal structure of the station with which the horse racing game apparatus shown in FIG. 2 is provided. It is a figure which shows typically an example of the BET image displayed on a sub monitor. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game operation | movement with the horse racing game apparatus in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game operation | movement with the horse racing game apparatus in this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine of the bingo game execution process performed in a main control part and a sub-control part. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine of the race game execution process performed in a main control part. (A), (b) is a figure which shows an example of the image displayed on the sub monitor which concerns on other embodiment.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Horse racing game apparatus 2 BET information image 11 Main game part 12 Main control part 21 Main monitor 25 External storage device 31 Image processing circuit 35 Random number generator 36 Communication interface 37 Timer 41 CPU
42 RAM
43 ROM
45 Microcomputer 101 Station 102 Sub control unit 113a Sub monitor 113b Sub monitor 114a Touch panel 114b Touch panel 121 Sub monitor drive circuit 122 Touch panel drive circuit 125 Communication interface 126 Timer 131 CPU
132 RAM
133 ROM
135 Microcomputer 200 Bingo image 311 Program ROM
312 Image ROM
313 Image control CPU
315 Image data processor

Claims (16)

A game apparatus comprising a controller programmed to execute the following processes (A) to (B).
(A) In a racing game in which a plurality of competitors assigned different numbers compete with each other in the race game, a process for determining the rank of each competitor, and
(B) A process of executing a bingo game based on the ranking of each competition object determined by the process (A) and the number assigned to each competition object. A display device capable of displaying images;
The controller further includes:
(C) programmed to execute a process of displaying an image indicating a number arranged in each of the squares of N rows and N columns (N is an integer of 2 or more) on the display device at a predetermined timing. And
The process (B)
(B-1) In the image displayed by the process (C), a number specified based on the rank of each competition object determined by the process (A) and a number assigned to each competition object, or A process of changing the display mode of the cells in which the numbers are arranged; and
(B-2) The game according to claim 1, further comprising a process of giving a payout when a combination of numbers or squares whose display mode has changed by the process (B-1) satisfies a predetermined condition. apparatus. Comprising a plurality of stations with input devices through which a player can input instructions;
The display device is provided in each of the stations,
The process (B-2)
(B-2-1) In the image displayed on the display device included in any station, when a combination of numbers or cells whose display mode has changed by the processing (B-1) satisfies a predetermined condition, Including the process of granting dividends to stations,
The controller further includes:
(B ′) The game device according to claim 2, wherein the game device is programmed to execute a process of ending the bingo game after the process (B-2-1). The input device is:
It is possible to input a BET for the racing game,
The controller further includes:
(D) programmed to execute a process of accepting a BET for the racing game from the input device;
The process (C)
In the process (D), an image indicating a number arranged in each of the N rows and N columns is displayed on the display device of the station to which a BET of a predetermined amount or more of game media is input from the input device. The game device according to claim 3, wherein the game device is provided. Each square has a number,
The numbers placed in each square include the same numbers assigned to each competition target,
The process (B-1)
(B-1-1) Based on the ranking of each competition object determined by the process (A), a process for identifying a predetermined number of numbers assigned to the competition objects from the top to the predetermined competition, and
(B-1-2) In the image displayed by the process (C), the number specified by the process (B-1-1) or the display mode of the cell in which the number is arranged is changed. The game device according to any one of claims 2 to 4, wherein: In each cell, a combination of numbers consisting of a predetermined number of numbers is arranged,
The combination of numbers placed in each square is a combination of numbers assigned to each competition target,
The process (B-1)
(B-1-1) Based on the ranking of each competition object determined by the process (A), a process for identifying a predetermined number of numbers assigned to the competition objects from the top to the predetermined competition, and
(B-1-3) In the image displayed by the process (C), at least a grid display in which a combination of numbers composed of a predetermined number of numbers specified by the process (B-1-1) is arranged. The game device according to claim 2, wherein the game device is a process of changing an aspect. Among the borders between two adjacent cells, there is a border where one of the numbers assigned to each competition object is placed.
The processing (B-1-3)
In the boundary part, when there is a boundary part in which the number assigned to the competition subject having the first rank among the predetermined number of numbers specified by the processing (B-1-1) is arranged, The game apparatus according to claim 6, further comprising a process of changing a display mode of the two cells forming the boundary portion. The controller further includes:
(E) is programmed to execute a process of determining whether or not to generate the bingo game by a lottery at a specific timing;
The process (C)
When it is determined in the process (E) that a bingo game is to be generated, the display device displays an image indicating a number arranged in each of N rows and N columns. The game device according to claim 2. (A) determining a ranking of each competition object in a racing game in which a plurality of competition objects to which different numbers are assigned compete with each other; and
(B) A step of executing a bingo game based on the ranking of each competition object determined in the step (A) and the number assigned to each competition object.
A game control method comprising: (C) including a step of displaying, on a display device, an image indicating a number arranged in each of N rows and N columns (N is an integer of 2 or more) at a predetermined timing;
In the step (B),
(B-1) In the image displayed in the step (C), a number specified based on the ranking of each competition object determined in the step (A) and a number assigned to each competition object, or Changing the display mode of the cells in which the numbers are arranged; and
(B-2) The game according to claim 9, including a step of giving a payout when a combination of numbers or squares whose display mode has changed in the step (B-1) satisfies a predetermined condition. Control method. The step (B-2)
(B-2-1) In the image displayed on the display device provided in any one of the plurality of stations provided with the input device through which the player can input an instruction, the step (B-1) Including a step of giving a payout to the station when a combination of numbers or squares whose display mode has changed satisfies a predetermined condition;
Furthermore,
The game control method according to claim 10, further comprising: (B ′) ending the bingo game after the step (B-2-1). (D) receiving a BET for the racing game,
The step (C) includes:
The step (D) is a step of displaying an image showing a number arranged in each of the N rows and N columns on the display device provided in the station where a predetermined amount or more of the gaming media have been betted. The game control method according to claim 11. Each competition object is assigned a different number,
Each square has a number,
The numbers placed in each square include the same numbers assigned to each competition target,
The step (B-1)
(B-1-1) A step of identifying a predetermined number of numbers assigned to the competition objects from the top to the predetermined rank based on the rank determined in the step (A); and
(B-1-2) In the image displayed in the step (C), it is a step of changing the display mode of the number specified in the step (B-1-1) or the cell in which the number is arranged. The game control method according to claim 10, wherein: In each cell, a combination of numbers consisting of a predetermined number of numbers is arranged,
The combination of numbers placed in each square is a combination of numbers assigned to each competition target,
The step (B-1)
(B-1-1) A step of identifying a predetermined number of numbers assigned to the competition objects from the top to the predetermined rank based on the rank determined in the step (A); and
(B-1-3) In the image displayed in the step (C), at least a grid in which a combination of numbers composed of a predetermined number of numbers specified in the step (B-1-1) is arranged. The game control method according to claim 10, wherein the game control method is a step of changing an aspect. Among the borders between two adjacent cells, there is a border where one of the numbers assigned to each competition object is placed.
The step (B-1-3)
In the boundary portion, when there is a boundary portion in which the numbers assigned to the competition subject having the first rank among the predetermined number of numbers specified in the step (B-1-1) are arranged, The game control method according to claim 14, further comprising a step of changing a display mode of the two cells forming the boundary portion. (E) including a step of determining by lottery whether or not to generate the bingo game at a specific timing;
The step (C) includes:
When it is determined in the step (E) that a bingo game is to be generated, it is a step of displaying, on a display device, an image showing a number arranged in each of N rows and N columns. Item 16. The game control method according to any one of Items 9 to 15.

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