JP4574106B2 - Game machine control device, game machine, control program, and information storage medium - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a gaming machine control device, a gaming machine, a control program, and an information storage medium that include an imaging unit and perform lottery display on a display unit.
[0002]
[Background]
As gaming machines that perform lottery display by changing a plurality of combination symbols, for example, pachinko gaming machines and slot machines are known. Some of these gaming machines have a camera or the like to photograph a player's face and display it on a display unit at a predetermined timing.
[0003]
For example, a face image captured at the time of an effect image output that is displayed when a special game state is hit by a lottery process is displayed to make the effect in a special game state for a player more effective. .
[0004]
However, since the conventional ones merely capture and display the face of a certain player, some of them have poor production effects from the viewpoint of game production according to the situation.
[0005]
[Patent Document 1]
JP-A-8-229203
[Patent Document 2]
JP 9-308750 A
[Patent Document 3]
JP 2000-254323 A
[Patent Document 4]
JP 2000-32379 A
[0006]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
The present invention has been made in view of such problems, and its purpose is to capture various faces or facial expressions, movements, etc. that a player shows by an imaging means, and to capture a plurality of captured images depending on the situation of the game effect. A game machine control device, a game machine, a control program, and an information storage medium that can provide a more effective game effect image by appropriately selecting and using the game machine.
[0007]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
(1) The present invention displays a game effect image on the image display means, and wins a game medium in a winning opening provided on the game board surface, or a game medium to a passage detection means provided on the game board surface. In the control device of the gaming machine that detects the passage of and performs a given process,
Image capturing control means for controlling an imaging means capable of capturing a player's image;
Means for storing a plurality of captured images as captured images;
Means for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images;
Image generating means for generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit using the selected captured image;
It is characterized by including.
[0008]
A program according to the present invention is a program that can be used by a computer, and causes the above-mentioned means to appear in the computer.
[0009]
An information storage medium according to the present invention is a storage medium that can be used by a computer, and includes a program for causing the above-mentioned means to appear in the computer.
[0010]
In the present invention, the gaming machine corresponds to, for example, a pachinko gaming machine or a gaming machine of a type that displays various lottery results as images.
[0011]
Here, the game medium is, for example, a game ball or a game coin.
[0012]
The winning opening is, for example, a start gate, and the winning means that not only a game ball, a game coin, etc. enter but also pass through the start gate.
[0013]
The passage detection means is, for example, a chucker. The passage detection is not limited to passage, and may be, for example, a case where contact is detected, or a case where contact or impact of a game medium is detected. For example, the detection may be performed using a sensor or the like provided in a winning opening or passage detection means.
[0014]
For example, a gaming machine of a type in which a lottery process for generating a special gaming state by winning a winning gate is performed. The special gaming state refers to a gaming state that gives a special benefit to the player. For a pachinko gaming machine, for example, a jackpot gaming state in which a lot of prize balls are paid out to the player.
[0015]
In the present invention, a game effect image for performing a game effect of the gaming machine is displayed on the image display means of the gaming machine. The game effect image is, for example, an effect display for visually informing a player of a lottery process result for generating a special game state, and a plurality of combination symbols corresponding to the lottery process are based on a given rule. It includes a lottery display image effect that stops after being changed.
[0016]
According to the present invention, it is possible to capture a variety of faces or expressions, actions, etc. that the player shows by the imaging means, and to make a more effective performance by appropriately selecting and using the captured multiple images according to the situation of the game performance. To do.
[0017]
(2) The present invention displays a game effect image on the image display means, and whether or not a prize is awarded based on the contents of the symbols or combinations of symbols when a plurality of symbols rotate or fluctuate based on operations from the input means In a slot-type gaming machine control device that announces
Image capturing control means for controlling an imaging means capable of capturing a player's image;
Means for storing a plurality of captured images as captured images;
Means for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images; image generating means for generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit using the selected captured image;
It is characterized by including.
[0018]
(3) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program, and information storage medium according to the present invention,
Shooting timing detection means for detecting the timing of shooting a captured image;
Use timing detection means for detecting the timing of using the captured image,
The imaging means is controlled to take a picture of the player at the detected shooting timing, and the shot image is stored as a captured image in association with the capture timing information,
The captured image is selected based on the content of the game effect image to be generated and the capture timing information at the detected use timing, and a game effect image using the selected captured image is generated and output to the display unit. And
[0019]
Here, the timing of capturing the captured image may be detected in association with, for example, winning at a winning opening or passing through a passage detecting means.
[0020]
(4) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program and information storage medium according to the present invention,
It is characterized in that a timing for photographing a facial expression in which a player's emotion has leaked in the gaming state is detected as a photographing timing.
[0021]
For example, in the gaming state, the timing for photographing at least one of the player's emotions, tension, discouragement, excitement, surprise, and anxiety may be detected as the photographing timing.
[0022]
According to the present invention, it is possible to generate a game effect image using a captured image of a player who is in at least one state of emotion, tension, discouragement, excitement, surprise, and anxiety. The game effect image can be generated using the captured image corresponding to the emotional change that will be brought to the game.
[0023]
Thereby, it is possible to generate a game effect image rich in more effective suggestions.
(5) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program and information storage medium according to the present invention,
In response to the lottery process, when a plurality of combination symbols fluctuate based on a given rule, when a decision stop is made, a combination of a plurality of confirmed symbols that have been confirmed and stopped first reaches a reach image display timing, A player's image is captured.
[0024]
Looking at a reach image in which a combination of a plurality of confirmed symbols that have been confirmed and stopped earlier is aligned in a predetermined state, it is expected that the player will be happy, excited, or excited. Therefore, the probability that the player who captures the image at this timing is happy, excited, or excited is captured as an image.
[0025]
(6) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program, and information storage medium according to the present invention,
In response to the lottery process, when a plurality of combination symbols fluctuate based on a given rule, a combination of a plurality of confirmed symbols that has been confirmed and stopped first is aligned in a predetermined state, but a symbol that has been confirmed and stopped later It is characterized in that the player's image is captured at the timing of image display that is not in a predetermined state and is out of reach.
[0026]
When the combination of multiple confirmed symbols that have been confirmed and stopped first is aligned in a predetermined state, the images that are confirmed and stopped are not aligned in the predetermined state and the reach is lost, and the player is disappointed or disappointed. It is expected to have a regretful expression. Therefore, there is a high probability that a player who captures an image at this timing captures a disappointing, disappointed or disappointing face as a captured image.
[0027]
(7) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program and information storage medium according to the present invention,
Reach image or reach image type, hit notice image or hit notice image type, hit image, player image in association with the output timing of at least one game effect image of the off-line image,
The joy level of the captured image is determined according to the type of the game effect image, and when the game value is given to the player in a gaming state, the captured image with a higher joy level is selectively used. .
[0028]
Here, the type of reach image is, for example, the type or type when there are a plurality of effect images involving reach, such as a normal reach image, a super reach image, a reach-per-reach image, an unreach image, and the like.
[0029]
According to the present invention, since the game effect image is generated using the captured image of the joy level according to the game value given to the player, the magnitude of the game value given to the player is more visually and effectively effective. A game effect image that can be suggested to the player can be generated.
[0030]
(8) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program, and information storage medium according to the present invention,
Including means for outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation or posture of the player to the display unit,
When outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message, the imaging means is controlled to take an image of the player at a predetermined timing.
[0031]
Here, the change in the player's orientation or posture includes a change in the player's face orientation, a change in body posture, and the like.
[0032]
The image for prompting the player to change the orientation or posture is, for example, an image that directs the player to turn in a predetermined direction (for example, an image that directs the player's attention in the predetermined direction). Image in which an event occurs in a predetermined direction).
[0033]
In addition, the mark for prompting the player to change the orientation or posture is, for example, a symbol or a pattern that directs the player's attention in a predetermined direction, for example, a direction indication mark such as →.
[0034]
In addition, the guidance message for prompting the player to change the orientation or posture includes characters, words, and text displays for directing the player's attention in a predetermined direction.
[0035]
According to the present invention, it is possible to generate a game effect image using a captured image in which the player's orientation or posture is changed, so that it is possible to generate a more varied game effect image.
[0036]
(9) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program, and information storage medium according to the present invention,
Means for outputting a guidance lamp display or voice guidance message for prompting a change in the player's orientation or posture on an output medium capable of lamp display or voice output;
When the guide lamp display or the voice guidance message is output, the image pickup means is controlled to take a picture of the player at a predetermined timing.
[0037]
(10) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program, and information storage medium according to the present invention,
It is characterized in that the image of the player is continuously captured by the imaging means, and the change state of the player's orientation or posture is determined based on the plurality of images captured continuously.
[0038]
Here, continuously capturing the player's image may be when the player's image is shot as a moving image or when a still image is continuously shot.
[0039]
For example, you may make it produce | generate the game effect image displayed on a display part, selecting and using a suitable image from the several image taken in continuously.
[0040]
According to the present invention, the change state of the player's orientation or posture is determined based on a plurality of images captured continuously, so it is determined whether or not the player has actually changed the orientation or posture intended for guidance. I can do it. Therefore, a game effect image can be generated using an image as intended.
[0041]
(11) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program, and information storage medium according to the present invention,
A game effect image to be displayed on the display unit is generated by attaching a message to the captured image.
[0042]
(12) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program, and information storage medium according to the present invention,
It is characterized by morphing the captured image to generate a game effect image that matches the game situation.
[0043]
By applying morphing to the captured image, it is possible to generate an image in which the player's emotion is more deformed, so that it is possible to generate a game effect image that is more interesting and rich in visual effects.
[0044]
(13) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program, and information storage medium according to the present invention,
Means for setting a reset condition determination condition as a condition for determining a situation where the identity of the player is not ensured, and detecting a reset timing for resetting an image captured based on the reset condition determination condition;
Means for resetting a captured image when a reset timing is detected.
[0045]
The situation in which the identity of the player is not guaranteed is when one reach production is completed, or when there is a holding ball, the player loses all the holding balls, or the probability change mode When the probability that it is determined that the play is not interrupted is very high, the reset condition determination condition may be detected when the probability variation mode is ended or when a loss condition is reached.
[0046]
According to the present invention, when a player changes, a game effect image using a captured image corresponding to a new player can be generated.
[0047]
(14) In the gaming machine control device, gaming machine, control program, and information storage medium according to the present invention,
In the case of CR machines, at least one reset timing is detected when all of the lending balls using the same card are used up, when a new card is purchased, and when a ball is hit for a predetermined time. Means to
Means for resetting the captured image when the reset timing is detected;
It is characterized by including.
[0048]
Here, the CR machine is a gaming device that uses a prepaid card.
[0049]
In general, with CR machines, it is expected that the same player will continue to use until one card for lending a ball is used up, but if all of the lending balls using this card are used up The player may have changed.
[0050]
Also, when a new card is purchased, either a new player sits or the conventional player's ball is gone.
[0051]
Also, the player may have changed if the card is lost and the ball is launched for a certain period of time.
[0052]
According to the present invention, it is possible to detect a timing at which such a player may be changed and reset the captured image, so that a game effect image using the captured image of another person is generated. It can be effectively prevented.
[0053]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
[0054]
In addition, this Embodiment demonstrated below does not limit the content of this invention described in the claim at all. In addition, all the configurations described in this embodiment are not necessarily essential configuration requirements of the invention.
[0055]
Further, in the embodiment described below, a pachinko gaming machine will be described as an example, but the present invention is not limited to this and can be applied to various other gaming machines.
[0056]
FIG. 1 shows a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment.
[0057]
This pachinko gaming machine is provided with a game board surface 10 in the upper half of the front surface, a pachinko ball hitting tray 36 is provided in the lower half of the front surface, and a surplus ball receiving tray 38 and an operation unit 34 are provided therebelow. It has been.
[0058]
The game board surface 10 is provided with a display unit 12 configured by using image display means such as liquid crystal at the center thereof, and through chuckers 14 and 14 functioning as first start gates on both sides thereof. Is further provided as a second start gate below the display unit 12 and provided with a start winning port 16 called a start chucker and a jackpot winning port 18, and an out ball entrance 40 at the lower end. It has been.
[0059]
The display unit 12 displays a game effect image of the pachinko gaming machine and other necessary information.
[0060]
When the player holds and rotates the operation unit 34, the pachinko balls stored in the hit ball supply tray 36 are launched by a hitting ball launching mechanism (not shown), and the outer rail 30 and the inner rail 32 are spaced between the outer rail 30 and the inner rail 32. Guided by 30, it draws an arc-shaped trajectory and rolls upward in the clockwise direction, and then falls within the board surface 10.
[0061]
In addition to the through chucker 14 and the start winning port 16 shown in the drawing, a plurality of normal winning ports (not shown) are arranged on the board surface 10. When a ball enters each winning opening, this is detected by a detecting means such as a switch. When a ball enters the winning opening, the winning ball is paid out to the hitting ball supply tray 36. The balls that have not won the prize enter the out-ball entrance 40 and are collected.
[0062]
When winning a start winning opening 16 as a start chucker (a ball enters or passes), a special symbol lottery process for generating a special gaming state is performed according to a given rule. In the present embodiment, the special symbol lottery process determines whether or not to grant a jackpot right to the player as a special gaming state. At this time, a second lottery effect image display using a combination of a plurality of symbols is performed on the display unit 12 as a part of the game effect image. When all the symbols are gathered, a big hit is made and the jackpot winning opening 18 is opened. , Controlled so that many balls are paid out.
[0063]
Further, when winning a through chucker (first starting gate) 14 (a ball enters or passes), the winning probability of the starting winning port 16 as the start chucker is increased for a predetermined short time according to a given rule. A so-called normal symbol lottery process (first lottery process) is performed. At this time, the first lottery effect image is displayed on the display unit 12 as a part of the game effect image as described later. When the normal symbol lottery process determines that the winning winning opening 16 is instructed to open for a predetermined short time, the starting winning opening 16 is opened for a predetermined time (in this embodiment, 3 seconds), After a lapse of time, the start winning opening 16 is closed. Thereby, the player can have a sense of expectation of a big hit.
[0064]
An imaging means 60 such as a CCD camera is provided in the vicinity of the center of the board surface near the front of the player's face so that the player's image can be taken at a predetermined timing.
[0065]
In addition, notice lamps 42-1, 42-2, 42-3, and 42-4 are provided on the top, bottom, left and right ends of the board surface 10, and are lit at a given timing, for example, to induce a change in the orientation of the player. The
[0066]
FIG. 2 shows an example of a block diagram of a main part of the pachinko gaming machine in the present embodiment.
[0067]
The gaming machine according to the present embodiment is configured to include at least a detection unit 50 that detects winning in each winning opening, a processing unit 70, a storage unit 80, and an information storage medium 82.
[0068]
The processing unit 70 performs various processes such as control of the entire system, instruction instruction to each block in the system, image processing or sound processing, and functions thereof are various processors (CPU, DSP, etc.), Alternatively, it can be realized by hardware such as ASIC (gate array or the like) or a given program.
[0069]
The storage unit 80 serves as a work area for the processing unit 70 and the like, and its function can be realized by hardware such as a RAM. The captured image may be stored in the storage unit 80.
[0070]
The information storage medium 82 (computer-readable storage medium) stores information such as programs and data, and functions thereof are a magnetic disk, a hard disk, a magnetic tape, a memory (ROM), a magneto-optical disk (MO). ) And hardware such as an optical disk (CD, DVD). The processing unit 70 performs various processes of the present invention (the present embodiment) based on information stored in the information storage medium 82. That is, the information storage medium 82 stores information (program or data) for executing the means of the present invention (the present embodiment) (particularly, the block included in the processing unit 70).
[0071]
Part or all of the information stored in the information storage medium 82 is transferred to the storage unit 80 when the system is powered on. The information stored in the information storage medium 82 includes program code, image data, sound data, display object shape data, table data, list data, and processing of the present embodiment for performing the processing of the present embodiment. It includes at least one of information for instructing, information for performing processing in accordance with the instruction, and the like.
[0072]
The display unit 12 outputs an image generated according to the present embodiment, and its function can be realized by hardware such as an LCD or a CRT.
[0073]
The program or data for executing the means of the present invention (this embodiment) may be distributed from the information storage medium of the host device (server) to the information storage medium 82 via the network and the communication unit. Good. Use of such an information storage medium of the host device (server) is also included in the scope of the present invention.
[0074]
The imaging unit 60 captures an image of a player and can be realized by, for example, a CCD camera.
[0075]
The notice lamp etc. 42 are lamps for guiding the player's line of sight while displaying the notice.
[0076]
The processing unit 70 includes lottery means 72, calculation control means 74, image generation means 76, and image capture control means 76.
[0077]
Here, the lottery means 72 performs a lottery process according to a given rule when the detection unit 50 detects a winning of a ball to the start winning opening 16 as a start chucker, and the result of the lottery is calculated and controlled. And to the image generation means 76. In the present embodiment, a random number is acquired and a lottery operation is performed, so that one mode is determined by lottery from two types of modes, a jackpot mode and a loss mode.
[0078]
Furthermore, when the big hit mode is determined, the lottery means 72 similarly determines whether or not to perform what kind of winning effect from a plurality of winning effect patterns by acquiring random numbers. Further, when the off mode is determined, it is determined which of the reach mode or the completely off mode.
[0079]
The calculation control means 74 includes a detection unit 50 for setting processing of various modes determined by the lottery operation of the lottery means 72, processing for controlling the jackpot winning opening 18, and processing for calculating and setting a game three-dimensional space. Based on the input signal from, the signal provided from the lottery means 72, and the stored data and program. Further, as a specific process for generating the effect image, in order to specify the position or rotation angle (position in the object space) of the object (one or a plurality of primitive planes) arranged in the three-dimensional space (object space). Processing to obtain the world coordinate system X, Y or Z axis rotation processing, object movement processing (motion processing), viewpoint position (virtual camera position) and line-of-sight angle (virtual camera rotation angle) and viewpoint Various processes such as a process for moving the position (the position of the virtual camera), a process for placing an object such as a map object in the object space, a process for calculating a game result, and a process for performing a lottery display are performed.
[0080]
Also, processing for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images, imaging timing detection processing for detecting timing for capturing captured images, use timing detection processing for detecting timing for using captured images, and the like are performed. You may do it.
[0081]
Further, a process for detecting the reset timing of the captured image may be performed.
[0082]
The image generation unit 76 generates an image that can be seen from the virtual camera in the three-dimensional space based on the calculation processing result of the calculation control unit 74 and the like, and outputs the generated image to the display unit 12.
[0083]
More specifically, the image generation means 76 first performs geometric processing such as coordinate conversion, clipping processing, perspective conversion, or light source calculation, and based on the processing results, drawing data (positional coordinates given to the vertices) , Texture coordinates, color (luminance) data, light vector, data including α value, etc.) are created. Based on the drawing data, an image of the object (one or a plurality of primitive surfaces) after the geometry processing can be stored in a drawing area (frame buffer, work buffer, etc.) of the drawing unit in the storage unit 80. ). At this time, the image generation unit 76 also performs processing for mapping the texture to the object.
[0084]
Moreover, the process which produces | generates the game effect image displayed on a display part using the selected captured image is performed.
[0085]
Thereby, the effect image of the pachinko gaming machine is displayed on the display unit 12, and a lottery display using a plurality of combination symbols is performed on a part of the effect image.
[0086]
The image capturing control unit 78 also performs processing for controlling the capturing of the player's image by the image capturing unit and lighting the notice lamp 42 at a given timing in order to induce a change in the player's orientation.
[0087]
FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining the relationship between the shooting timing for shooting a facial expression in which the player's emotion has leaked and the expected captured image in the gaming machine of this embodiment, and FIG. 4 is the captured image. It is an example.
[0088]
As shown in the figure, in the present embodiment, the shooting timing and the type of the expected image are defined in association with a predetermined image of the flow of the lottery display effect.
[0089]
That is, at the start of the lottery T1 (for example, the timing at which three combination symbols imitating the reels displayed on the internal lottery result display portion start to change), the player is expected to pay attention to the lottery display portion. The captured image is stored as a “normal image” G1 (see FIG. 4).
[0090]
Next, at a notice image display time T2 (for example, an image in which a character or the like moves along with a reel change is displayed), the player is expected to be tense at the appearance of the notice. Saved as “face image” G2 (see FIG. 4).
[0091]
Next, at the time of reach image display T3 (for example, an image in which the left and right symbols are aligned in a predetermined state is displayed), the player is expected to be a little happy, and the captured image is referred to as “a little happy face image” G3 ( (See FIG. 4).
[0092]
Next, at the time of the temporary image display T4 (for example, an image that has reached reach but the last symbol is likely to stop without being in a predetermined state), the player is expected to be a little disappointing. The captured image is saved as a “slightly disappointed expression image” G4 (see FIG. 4).
[0093]
Next, when the super reach image is displayed at T5 (reach, but further rendering is performed), the player is expected to have a great expectation, and the captured image is referred to as a “happy expression image” G5. (See FIG. 4).
[0094]
Next, it is expected that the player is disappointed at the time T6 when the temporary image is displayed (for example, an image is displayed that seems to stop because the last symbol is not aligned with a predetermined state). The image captured at this time is stored as a “disappointed expression image” G6 (see FIG. 4).
[0095]
Next, at the time T7 when the developed image is displayed from the temporary disengagement (it seems to be off and starts to move again), it is expected that the player expects a lot, and the image captured at this time is referred to as an “excited excitement image” G7 (FIG. 4).
[0096]
Next, at the time T8 when the out-of-image is displayed, the player is expected to be very disappointing, and the image captured at this time is saved as a “disappointing unfortunate face” G8 (see FIG. 4). To do.
[0097]
In addition, at the time of a jackpot image display time T9, which results in a jackpot, the player is expected to be in a very happy state, and the captured image is stored as a “blissful smile” G9.
[0098]
Note that the flow of image effects of T1 to T8 or T1 to T7, T9 may be displayed in this order, the order may be changed, a part may be omitted, or other The case where the capture timing is incorporated may be used, or the combination may be changed.
[0099]
It is not necessary to determine whether the captured image is an expected image.
[0100]
Next, an example will be described in which a guidance lamp display for prompting a change in the player's orientation or posture is output to an output medium capable of lamp display, and the imaging means captures the player's image at a predetermined timing.
[0101]
For example, as shown in FIG. 5, notice lamps may be provided on the upper and lower, left and right edges of the pachinko board surface and the periphery, and the notice of the player may be guided simultaneously with the notice display. It is also possible to capture a player's reaction that is expected to be caused by an active decoration. FIG. 5 is a view showing a state in which a player's line of sight is guided by a notice lamp provided on the board surface of the gaming machine, and FIG. 6 is a view showing an example of an image to be captured.
[0102]
For example, an image captured when the lamp on the board surface (see 42-2 in FIG. 5) is turned on is stored as an “upward face” G21 (see FIG. 6), and the lamp on the board surface (see 42- in FIG. 5). 1) is saved as a “downward face” G22 (see FIG. 6), and the image taken when the lamp on the left side of the board (see 42-4 in FIG. 5) is lit up. It is stored as “left-facing face” G23 (see FIG. 6), and the image taken when the lamp on the right side of the board (see 42-3 in FIG. 5) is lit is “right-facing face” G24 (see FIG. 6). save.
[0103]
FIGS. 7A and 7B are diagrams for explaining an example in which a captured image (a captured image relating to a facial expression from which the player's emotions have flowed out) is used as a combination symbol for a lottery display effect image.
[0104]
FIG. 7A is an example in which “image of a happy expression” G5 (see FIG. 4) is used as a combination symbol of a lottery display effect. By selecting and using a plurality of images captured in the lottery display combination symbol, the player's sense of expectation for jackpot and reach can be effectively stimulated via the lottery display effect image.
[0105]
For example, when an image stored as a “joyful expression image” G5 (see FIG. 4) is selected from a plurality of different types of captured images and used as a combined image, there is a high possibility that it will be a big hit. If set in such a way, the player can enjoy the game more because the expectation to the big hit is increased by looking at the combination pattern.
[0106]
FIG. 7B is an example in which “happy expression image” G5 (see FIG. 4) and “unfortunately unfortunate face” G8 (see FIG. 4) are used as the combination symbols of the lottery display effects.
[0107]
For example, when the left and right combination symbols are first determined and stopped at the “joyful expression image” G5 (see FIG. 4) and reach a reach state, the player also puts the “joyful expression image” G5 (see FIG. 4) on the center combination symbol. ) Is expected to come. However, the appearance of “unfortunately unfortunate face” G8 (see FIG. 4) as the central symbol can imply that the player is likely to be out of reach.
[0108]
FIGS. 8A and 8B are diagrams for describing an example in which a captured image (captured image related to a change in facial expression) is used as a part of a lottery display effect image separately from a combined symbol.
[0109]
FIG. 8A shows a state where the two combined symbols 310 and 320 are aligned and reach has occurred (the player is expected to be happy at this time). The image “G5” (see FIG. 4) is output.
[0110]
FIG. 8B shows a lottery display effect image that is about to stop when the two combination symbols 310 and 320 are aligned, but the final combination image is not aligned. “It is predicted that it is unfortunate))“ unfortunately unfortunate face ”G8 (see FIG. 4) is output as part of the lottery display effect image.
[0111]
Thus, for example, a lottery such as a captured image of “unfortunately regrettable face” for a lottery display effect image of “out” or a captured image of “a happy expression image” for a lottery display effect image of “win” By selecting and outputting a captured image that matches the content of the display effect image, a more effective image effect can be performed.
[0112]
FIGS. 9A and 9B are diagrams for explaining an example in which captured images (captured images related to changes in orientation and orientation) are used as part of a lottery display effect image separately from the combined symbols.
[0113]
FIG. 9A shows a “down-facing face” in a part of the lottery display effect image in a reach state (two combination symbols 360 and 370 are ready) in a state waiting for the appearance of the last combination symbol. G22 (see FIG. 6) is output. This implies that the last combination symbol appears from the bottom, and the player's eyes can be smoothly led to the last combination symbol.
[0114]
FIG. 9B shows that in the reach state (two combination symbols 380 and 390 are aligned), the last combination symbol 410 appears from the right direction, and a “right facing face” is displayed in a part of the lottery display effect image. G24 (see FIG. 6) is output. As a result, an effect using the properties of the captured image is possible, and a more effective lottery display effect image can be provided.
[0115]
FIGS. 10A and 10B are diagrams for explaining an example of generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit by adding a message to the captured image.
[0116]
FIG. 10A is an example of a game effect image in which a message (“I did”) is added to the captured image of “bliss smile” G9.
[0117]
FIG. 10B is an example of a game effect image in which a message (“sorry”) is added to the captured image of “unfortunately unfortunate face” G8. By doing so, the captured image and the message can be integrated, and a more effective and easy-to-understand production image can be generated.
[0118]
FIG. 11 shows a series of processes when a ball enters the start winning opening 16.
[0119]
First, when it is determined in step S10 that a ball has entered the start winning opening 16 called a start chucker, a lottery process is performed by the lottery means 72 in step S12. It is determined using a random number.
[0120]
Further, when the hit mode is determined, it is determined what kind of action character is to appear, and further, what kind of symbol variation action is performed by this action character several times, Whether to display or not is determined.
[0121]
Further, when the off mode is determined, it is determined whether the detachment mode is the reach out mode (output mode of the false hit announcement effect image) or the complete mode. If the reach-removal mode is determined, whether or not to display reach-rejection after what type of motion variation is performed for what type of character movement and what combination In addition, when a completely out of mode is determined, a process for determining on which effect screen to display the effect is performed.
[0122]
If the lottery result is winning, a winning lottery display effect image generation process is performed (steps S14 and S16). The winning lottery display effect image is, for example, a process of changing three combination symbols 200a to 200c, the left symbol and the right symbol are fixed and stopped in a predetermined state (reach state), and finally the flashy reach effect is produced. The middle design is also an effect image that matches the predetermined state.
[0123]
When the lottery result is out of order and the reach effect is performed, a lottery display effect image generation process for performing the reach out effect is performed (steps S14, S18, and S20). For example, the lottery display effect image for performing the reach off effect is a process of changing three combination symbols 200a to 200c, and the left symbol and the right symbol are fixed and stopped in a predetermined state (reach state). Is an effect image in which the middle symbol does not match the predetermined state.
[0124]
If the lottery result is out of order and no reach effect is performed, a lottery display effect image generation process for loss is performed (steps S14, S18, S22). The off-lot lottery display effect image is an effect image in which, for example, variation processing of three combination symbols 200a to 200c is performed, and the left symbol and the right symbol are not fixedly stopped in a predetermined state.
[0125]
FIG. 12 is a flowchart for explaining the flow of processing for capturing a player emotion outflow image. This processing may be performed for each inter, for example.
[0126]
First, a shooting timing detection process is performed based on preset emotion change shooting timing determination conditions (step S110). Here, the emotion change shooting timing set in advance may correspond to, for example, at least one of the various timings T1 to T9 described in FIG. In this case, a condition for detecting that at least one situation of T1 to T9 has occurred may be set as an emotion change shooting timing determination condition.
[0127]
For example, a flag for setting ON / OFF of shooting timing for T1 to T9 (hereinafter referred to as “shooting timing flag”) is provided, and a flag corresponding to the content of the effect is set to ON in the effect image generation program. Keep it. Specifically, when the lottery start image is generated, the T1 shooting timing flag is turned ON, and when the reach image is generated, the T3 shooting timing flag is turned ON. Then, the shooting timing may be detected by referring to the shooting timing flag in the image capturing control program. Note that the shooting timing flag may be turned OFF after image capture.
[0128]
When the shooting timing of the emotion change is detected, the image pickup unit is activated to take an image of the player (steps S120 and S130).
[0129]
Then, the image type is determined based on the shooting timing, and the captured image is stored in association with the image type (step S140). Here, the image types may be image types G1 to G9 corresponding to the various timings T1 to T9 described in FIG.
[0130]
FIG. 13 is a flowchart for explaining the flow of processing for capturing a change image of the player's orientation or posture. This processing may be performed for each inter, for example.
[0131]
First, a guide lamp is displayed to prompt the player to change their orientation or posture.
Based on preset emotion change shooting timing determination conditions, shooting timing detection processing is performed (step S110). For example, the direction of the player may be changed by changing the lighting position of the guide lamp as described with reference to FIGS.
[0132]
Next, the image pickup unit is activated to take an image of the player (step S220).
[0133]
Then, the image type is determined based on the guidance content, and the captured image is stored in association with the image type (step S140). Here, as described in FIGS. 5 and 6, for example, the image types may be image types G <b> 21 to G <b> 24 corresponding to whether the lit lamp is up, down, left, or right.
[0134]
FIG. 14 is a flowchart for explaining the flow of processing for generating a game effect image using a captured image. This processing may be performed for each inter, for example.
[0135]
First, the image type to be used is determined according to the contents of the effect (step S310). For example, the image type to be used may be determined as described with reference to FIGS.
[0136]
Next, the captured image stored in association with the determined image type is read, and a game effect image is generated using the read captured image (step S320).
[0137]
FIG. 15 is a flowchart for explaining the flow of processing for resetting a captured image. This processing may be performed for each inter, for example, or may be performed at a predetermined timing.
[0138]
First, reset timing detection processing is performed under preset reset determination conditions. (Step S310). Here, a condition for determining a situation in which the identity of the player is not ensured in a series of game effects may be set as a reset situation determination condition.
[0139]
For example, when one reach effect is completed, or when there is a holding ball, there is a probability that the player is determined not to interrupt play as in the case where all the holding balls are lost or in the probability variation mode. If it is very high, the reset condition determination condition may be detected when the probability variation mode ends or when a loss condition occurs. Also, in the case of CR machines, the timing for when all of the lending balls using the same card have been used up, the timing at which it has been detected that a new card has been purchased, or the timing at which the launch of the ball has been interrupted for a predetermined time is set as the reset condition determination condition You may make it do.
[0140]
Some people stop the launch of the ball with reach, so if it has stopped for 5 minutes, for example, it can be determined that the player will obviously change and can be reset.
[0141]
Note that a reset flag may be provided, and the reset flag may be set at a location corresponding to the reset condition of other various modules.
[0142]
When the reset timing is detected, the captured image stored in association with the image type is reset. For example, an unusable flag may be set to set the reset state.
[0143]
Next, an example of a hardware configuration capable of realizing the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.
[0144]
The main processor 900 operates based on a program or the like stored in a ROM 950 (one of information storage media). For example, various processing such as lottery processing, arithmetic control processing, image processing, and sound processing shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 are performed. Execute the process.
[0145]
The coprocessor 902 assists the processing of the main processor 900, has a product-sum calculator and a divider capable of high-speed parallel calculation, and executes matrix calculation (vector calculation) at high speed. For example, if a physical simulation for moving or moving an object requires processing such as matrix operation, a program operating on the main processor 900 instructs (requests) the processing to the coprocessor 902. )
[0146]
The geometry processor 904 performs geometry processing such as coordinate transformation, perspective transformation, light source calculation, and curved surface generation, has a product-sum calculator and a divider capable of high-speed parallel computation, and performs matrix computation (vector computation). Run fast. For example, when processing such as coordinate transformation, perspective transformation, and light source calculation is performed, a program operating on the main processor 900 instructs the geometry processor 904 to perform the processing.
[0147]
The data decompression processor 906 performs a decoding process for decompressing the compressed image data and sound data, and a process for accelerating the decoding process of the main processor 900. As a result, a moving image compressed by the MPEG method or the like can be displayed on the opening screen, the intermission screen, the ending screen, or the game screen. Note that the image data and sound data to be decoded are stored in the ROM 950 and the CD 982 or transferred from the outside via the communication interface 990.
[0148]
The drawing processor 910 performs drawing (rendering) processing of an object composed of primitives (primitive surfaces) such as polygons and curved surfaces at high speed. When drawing an object, the main processor 900 uses the function of the DMA controller 970 to pass the object data to the drawing processor 910 and transfer the texture to the texture storage unit 924 if necessary. Then, the rendering processor 910 renders the object in the frame buffer 922 at high speed while performing hidden surface removal using a Z buffer or the like based on the object data and texture. The drawing processor 910 can also perform blending (translucent processing), depth cueing, mip mapping, fog processing, bilinear filtering, trilinear filtering, anti-aliasing, shading processing, and the like. When an image for one frame is written in the frame buffer 922, the image is displayed on the display 912.
[0149]
A detection signal from the detection switch (for example, the detection unit 50) 942 is transferred via the serial interface 940.
[0150]
The ROM 950 stores system programs and the like. A hard disk may be used instead of the ROM 950.
[0151]
The RAM 960 is used as a work area for various processors.
[0152]
The DMA controller 970 controls DMA transfer between the processor and memory (RAM, VRAM, ROM, etc.).
[0153]
A communication interface may be used as necessary. In this case, the communication interface 990 is an interface for performing data transfer with the outside via a network. As a network connected to the communication interface 990, a communication line (analog telephone line, ISDN), a high-speed serial bus, and the like can be considered. By using a communication line, data transfer via the Internet becomes possible. Further, by using the high-speed serial bus, data transfer with other image generation systems becomes possible.
[0154]
Each means of the present invention may be realized (executed) entirely by hardware, or a program stored in an information storage medium, or a program distributed via a communication interface as necessary. You may implement | achieve only by. Alternatively, it may be realized by both hardware and a program.
[0155]
When each means of the present invention is realized by both hardware and a program, the information storage medium stores a program for realizing each means of the present invention using hardware. Become. More specifically, the program instructs each processor 902, 904, 906, 910, etc., which is hardware, and passes data if necessary. Each processor 902, 904, 906, 910, etc. implements each means of the present invention based on the instruction and the passed data.
[0156]
The present invention is not limited to the one described in the above embodiment, and various modifications can be made.
[0157]
For example, the captured image may be morphed to generate a game effect image that matches the game situation. FIGS. 17A and 17B are examples in which a captured image is morphed and used as part of a lottery display effect image.
[0158]
Since FIG. 17A is a state where two combination symbols 510 and 520 are aligned and reach has been generated (it is predicted that the player will be excited at this time), a part of the lottery display effect image is “excited. “Excited expression” G7 (see FIG. 4) 530 is output.
[0159]
By applying morphing to this “excited expression of excitement” G7 (see FIG. 4) 530, the “excited expression of excitement” G7 (see FIG. 4) 530 is deformed as shown by 530 ′ in FIG. 8B. You may make it output as a game effect image.
[0160]
As a result, it is possible to provide the player with a variety of image effects that reminds the player of expectations and anxiety about what will happen next and does not bore the player.
[0161]
Further, in the present embodiment, the case where the guide lamp display for prompting the player to change the orientation or posture is performed using the lamp has been described as an example, but the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the player may be prompted to change the orientation or posture of the player by outputting a voice guidance message.
[0162]
Further, a guidance lamp display for prompting a change in the player's orientation or posture may be performed by outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message for prompting a change in the player's orientation or posture to the display unit.
[0163]
Further, in the above-described embodiment, the case where the photographed image is directly captured is described as an example. However, the player's image is continuously captured by the imaging unit, and the player's orientation or based on the plurality of images captured continuously. You may make it judge the change state of an attitude | position.
[0164]
In the above embodiment, the case where a still image is taken has been described as an example. However, a moving image may be captured.
[0165]
In the above embodiment, the case where the present invention is applied to a pachinko gaming machine has been described as an example. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a similar lottery can be performed by inserting coins, for example, coins. The present invention can also be applied to slot machine gaming machines that display, other gaming machines that perform lottery display, and video game machines.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is an explanatory front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment.
FIG. 2 is an example of a block diagram illustrating a main part of the gaming machine of the present embodiment.
FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining a relationship between photographing timing and an expected captured image according to the present embodiment.
FIG. 4 is an example of a captured image according to the present embodiment.
FIG. 5 is a diagram for explaining a specific example in which a player's line of sight is guided by a notice lamp.
FIG. 6 is an example of a captured image according to the present embodiment.
FIGS. 7A and 7B are diagrams for explaining an example in which a captured image (captured image related to a facial expression from which a player's emotion has flowed out) is used as a combination symbol for a lottery display effect image.
FIGS. 8A and 8B are diagrams for explaining an example in which a captured image (captured image related to a change in facial expression) is used as a part of a lottery display effect image separately from a combined symbol.
FIGS. 9A and 9B are diagrams for describing an example in which captured images (captured images related to changes in orientation and posture) are used as part of a lottery display effect image separately from a combined symbol. is there.
FIGS. 10A and 10B are diagrams illustrating an example in which a message is added to a captured image to generate a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit.
FIG. 11 shows a series of processes when a ball enters the start winning opening.
FIG. 12 is a flowchart for explaining a flow of processing for capturing a player emotion outflow image;
FIG. 13 is a flowchart for explaining the flow of processing for capturing a change image of a player's orientation or posture.
FIG. 14 is a flowchart for explaining a flow of processing for generating a game effect image using a captured image;
FIG. 15 is a flowchart for explaining a flow of processing for resetting a captured image;
FIG. 16 is a diagram illustrating an example of a hardware configuration capable of realizing the present embodiment.
FIGS. 17A and 17B are examples in which a captured image is morphed and used as a part of a lottery display effect image.
[Explanation of symbols]
12 Display section
42 Warning lamp
60 Imaging unit
72 Lottery means
74 Arithmetic control means
76 Image generation means
78 Image capture means
80 storage
82 Information storage medium

Claims (30)

The game effect image is displayed on the image display means, and the winning of the game medium at the winning opening provided on the game board surface or the passage of the game medium to the passage detection means provided on the game board surface is detected. In a control device for a gaming machine that performs a given process,
Image capturing control means for controlling an imaging means capable of capturing a player's image;
Means for storing a plurality of captured images as captured images;
A selection means for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images;
Image generating means for generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit using the selected captured image;
Means for outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation of the player to the display unit
The image capturing control means
To control the imaging means to capture the player's image at a predetermined timing when outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message for prompting a change in the player's orientation, and to promote a change in the player's orientation The image type is determined based on the content of the image, the mark, or the guidance message, and the captured image is stored in association with the determined image type as a captured image,
The selecting means is
Determine the image type based on the content of the game effect image to be generated, select the captured image based on the determined image type,
The image generating means
Controlling a gaming machine, wherein after the selected captured image is displayed, the game effect image is generated in which a varying symbol is displayed in a direction corresponding to the orientation of the player in the displayed captured image. apparatus. The game effect image is displayed on the image display means, and the winning of the game medium at the winning opening provided on the game board surface or the passage of the game medium to the passage detection means provided on the game board surface is detected. In a control device for a gaming machine that performs a given process,
Image capturing control means for controlling an imaging means capable of capturing a player's image;
Means for storing a plurality of captured images as captured images;
A selection means for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images;
Image generating means for generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit using the selected captured image;
Means for outputting a guidance lamp display or voice guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation of the player to an output medium capable of lamp display or voice output,
The image capturing control means
In order to prompt the player to change the orientation by controlling the imaging means to take a picture of the player at a predetermined timing when outputting a guidance lamp display or voice guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation of the player The image type is determined based on the guidance lamp display or the content of the voice guidance message, the captured image is stored in association with the determined image type as a captured image,
The selecting means is
Determine the image type based on the content of the game effect image to be generated, select the captured image based on the determined image type,
The image generating means
Controlling a gaming machine, wherein after the selected captured image is displayed, the game effect image is generated in which a varying symbol is displayed in a direction corresponding to the orientation of the player in the displayed captured image. apparatus. A slot-type game in which a game effect image is displayed on the image display means, and the presence or absence of a winning is notified by the contents of the symbols or combinations of symbols when stopped after a plurality of symbols rotate or fluctuate based on operations from the input means. In the control device of the machine,
Image capturing control means for controlling an imaging means capable of capturing a player's image;
Means for storing a plurality of captured images as captured images;
A selection means for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images;
Image generating means for generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit using the selected captured image;
Means for outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation of the player to the display unit
The image capturing control means
To control the imaging means to capture the player's image at a predetermined timing when outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message for prompting a change in the player's orientation, and to promote a change in the player's orientation The image type is determined based on the content of the image, the mark, or the guidance message, and the captured image is stored in association with the determined image type as a captured image,
The selecting means is
Determine the image type based on the content of the game effect image to be generated, select the captured image based on the determined image type,
The image generating means
Controlling a gaming machine, wherein after the selected captured image is displayed, the game effect image is generated in which a varying symbol is displayed in a direction corresponding to the orientation of the player in the displayed captured image. apparatus. A slot-type game in which a game effect image is displayed on the image display means, and the presence or absence of a winning is notified by the contents of the symbols or combinations of symbols when stopped after a plurality of symbols rotate or fluctuate based on operations from the input means. In the control device of the machine,
Image capturing control means for controlling an imaging means capable of capturing a player's image;
Means for storing a plurality of captured images as captured images;
A selection means for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images;
Image generating means for generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit using the selected captured image;
Means for outputting a guidance lamp display or voice guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation of the player to an output medium capable of lamp display or voice output,
The image capturing control means
In order to prompt the player to change the orientation by controlling the imaging means to take a picture of the player at a predetermined timing when outputting a guidance lamp display or voice guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation of the player The image type is determined based on the guidance lamp display or the content of the voice guidance message, the captured image is stored in association with the determined image type as a captured image,
The selecting means is
Determine the image type based on the content of the game effect image to be generated, select the captured image based on the determined image type,
The image generating means
Controlling a gaming machine, wherein after the selected captured image is displayed, the game effect image is generated in which a varying symbol is displayed in a direction corresponding to the orientation of the player in the displayed captured image. apparatus. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 4,
The image capturing control means
An apparatus for controlling a gaming machine, wherein an image of a player is continuously captured by an imaging means, and a change state of the orientation of the player is determined based on a plurality of images captured continuously. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 5,
Shooting timing detection means for detecting the timing of shooting a captured image;
Use timing detection means for detecting the timing of using the captured image,
The image capturing control means
The imaging means is controlled to take a picture of the player at the detected shooting timing, and the shot image is stored as a captured image in association with the capture timing information,
The selecting means is
At the detected use timing, select the captured image based on the content of the game effect image to be generated and the captured timing information,
The image generating means
A game machine control device that generates a game effect image using a selected captured image and outputs the game effect image to a display unit. In claim 6,
The photographing timing detection means is
A control device for a gaming machine, characterized in that a timing for photographing a facial expression in which a player's emotions have flowed out in a gaming state is detected as a photographing timing. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 7,
The image capturing control means
A game at the timing of reach image display when a combination of a plurality of confirmed symbols that have been confirmed and stopped first is aligned in a predetermined state when a plurality of combined symbols fluctuate based on a given rule in response to a lottery process A game machine control device that captures an image of a player. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 8.
The image capturing control means
Corresponding to the lottery process, when the combination symbols fluctuate based on a given rule, the symbols that are confirmed and stopped after the combinations of the confirmed symbols that have been confirmed and stopped first are aligned in a predetermined state. A game machine control device that captures an image of a player at an image display timing that is out of reach and is out of reach. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 9,
The image capturing control means
Reach image or reach image type, hit notice image or hit notice image type, hit image, player image in association with the output timing of at least one game effect image of the off-line image,
The selecting means is
The joy level of the captured image is determined according to the type of the game effect image, and when the game value is given to the player in a gaming state, the captured image with a higher joy level is selectively used. Control device for gaming machines. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 10.
The image generating means
A game machine control device, wherein a message is attached to a captured image to generate a game effect image to be displayed on a display unit. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 11,
The image generating means
A control device for a gaming machine, wherein the captured image is morphed to generate a game effect image in accordance with a game situation. In any one of Claims 1 to 12,
Means for setting a reset condition determination condition as a condition for determining a situation where the identity of the player is not ensured, and detecting a reset timing for resetting an image captured based on the reset condition determination condition;
Means for resetting the captured image when reset timing is detected;
A control device for a gaming machine comprising: In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 13.
In the case of a CR machine, at least one of the timing when all of the lending balls using the same card are used up, the timing when detecting that a new card has been purchased, and the timing when ball launching is interrupted for a predetermined time is set as the reset timing. Means for detecting;
Means for resetting the captured image when the reset timing is detected;
A control device for a gaming machine comprising:   A pachinko gaming machine comprising the gaming machine control device according to any one of claims 1 to 14. The game effect image is displayed on the image display means, and the winning of the game medium at the winning opening provided on the game board surface or the passage of the game medium to the passage detection means provided on the game board surface is detected. A program for controlling a gaming machine that performs a given process,
Image capturing control means for controlling an imaging means capable of capturing a player's image;
Means for storing a plurality of captured images as captured images;
A selection means for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images;
Image generating means for generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit using the selected captured image;
Causing the computer to function as a means for outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation of the player to the display unit;
The image capturing control means
To control the imaging means to capture the player's image at a predetermined timing when outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message for prompting a change in the player's orientation, and to promote a change in the player's orientation The image type is determined based on the content of the image, the mark, or the guidance message, and the captured image is stored in association with the determined image type as a captured image,
The selecting means is
Determine the image type based on the content of the game effect image to be generated, select the captured image based on the determined image type,
The image generating means
A program characterized in that after the selected captured image is displayed, the game effect image is generated in which a varying symbol is displayed in a direction corresponding to the player's orientation in the displayed captured image. The game effect image is displayed on the image display means, and the winning of the game medium at the winning opening provided on the game board surface or the passage of the game medium to the passage detection means provided on the game board surface is detected. A program for controlling a gaming machine that performs a given process,
Image capturing control means for controlling an imaging means capable of capturing a player's image;
Means for storing a plurality of captured images as captured images;
A selection means for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images;
Image generating means for generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit using the selected captured image;
Causing the computer to function as a means for outputting a guidance lamp display or a voice guidance message for prompting a change in the player's orientation to an output medium capable of lamp display or voice output;
The image capturing control means
In order to prompt the player to change the orientation by controlling the imaging means to take a picture of the player at a predetermined timing when outputting a guidance lamp display or voice guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation of the player The image type is determined based on the guidance lamp display or the content of the voice guidance message, the captured image is stored in association with the determined image type as a captured image,
The selecting means is
Determine the image type based on the content of the game effect image to be generated, select the captured image based on the determined image type,
The image generating means
A program characterized in that after the selected captured image is displayed, the game effect image is generated in which a varying symbol is displayed in a direction corresponding to the player's orientation in the displayed captured image. A slot-type game in which a game effect image is displayed on the image display means, and the presence or absence of a winning is notified by the contents of the symbols or combinations of symbols when stopped after a plurality of symbols rotate or fluctuate based on operations from the input means. A program for controlling the machine,
Image capturing control means for controlling an imaging means capable of capturing a player's image;
Means for storing a plurality of captured images as captured images;
A selection means for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images;
Image generating means for generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit using the selected captured image;
Causing the computer to function as a means for outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation of the player to the display unit;
The image capturing control means
To control the imaging means to capture the player's image at a predetermined timing when outputting an image, a mark, or a guidance message for prompting a change in the player's orientation, and to promote a change in the player's orientation The image type is determined based on the content of the image, the mark, or the guidance message, and the captured image is stored in association with the determined image type as a captured image,
The selecting means is
Determine the image type based on the content of the game effect image to be generated, select the captured image based on the determined image type,
The image generating means
A program characterized in that after the selected captured image is displayed, the game effect image is generated in which a varying symbol is displayed in a direction corresponding to the player's orientation in the displayed captured image. A slot-type game in which a game effect image is displayed on the image display means, and the presence or absence of a winning is notified by the contents of the symbols or combinations of symbols when stopped after a plurality of symbols rotate or fluctuate based on operations from the input means. A program for controlling the machine,
Image capturing control means for controlling an imaging means capable of capturing a player's image;
Means for storing a plurality of captured images as captured images;
A selection means for selecting a captured image to be used for image generation from a plurality of captured images;
Image generating means for generating a game effect image to be displayed on the display unit using the selected captured image;
Causing the computer to function as a means for outputting a guidance lamp display or a voice guidance message for prompting a change in the player's orientation to an output medium capable of lamp display or voice output;
The image capturing control means
In order to prompt the player to change the orientation by controlling the imaging means to take a picture of the player at a predetermined timing when outputting a guidance lamp display or voice guidance message for prompting a change in the orientation of the player The image type is determined based on the guidance lamp display or the content of the voice guidance message, the captured image is stored in association with the determined image type as a captured image,
The selecting means is
Determine the image type based on the content of the game effect image to be generated, select the captured image based on the determined image type,
The image generating means
A program characterized in that after the selected captured image is displayed, the game effect image is generated in which a varying symbol is displayed in a direction corresponding to the player's orientation in the displayed captured image. In any of claims 16 to 19,
The image capturing control means
A program characterized in that a player's image is continuously captured by an imaging means, and a change state of the player's orientation is determined based on a plurality of images captured continuously. In any of claims 16 to 20,
Shooting timing detection means for detecting the timing of shooting a captured image;
Use timing detection means for detecting the timing of using the captured image;
Function as a computer
The image capturing control means
The imaging means is controlled to take a picture of the player at the detected shooting timing, and the shot image is stored as a captured image in association with the capture timing information,
The selecting means is
At the detected use timing, select the captured image based on the content of the game effect image to be generated and the captured timing information,
The image generating means
A program for generating a game effect image using a selected captured image and outputting it to a display unit. In claim 21,
The photographing timing detection means is
A program characterized by detecting, as shooting timing, a timing for shooting a facial expression in which a player's emotions leaked in a gaming state. In any of claims 16 to 22,
The image capturing control means
A game at the timing of reach image display when a combination of a plurality of confirmed symbols that have been confirmed and stopped earlier is aligned in a predetermined state when a plurality of combined symbols fluctuate based on a given rule in response to a lottery process A program characterized by capturing a person's image. 24.
The image capturing control means
Corresponding to the lottery process, when a combination of symbols changes based on a given rule, the combination of a plurality of confirmed symbols that has been confirmed and stopped first is aligned in a predetermined state, but the symbol that has been confirmed and stopped later is predetermined. A program that captures an image of a player at an image display timing that is out of reach and is out of reach. 25. Any of claims 16 to 24.
The image capturing control means
Reach image or reach image type, hit notice image or hit notice image type, hit image, player image in association with the output timing of at least one game effect image of the off-line image,
The selecting means is
The joy level of the captured image is determined according to the type of the game effect image, and when the game value is given to the player in a gaming state, the captured image with a higher joy level is selectively used. program. In any one of Claims 16 thru | or 25.
The image generating means
A program characterized by generating a game effect image to be displayed on a display unit by attaching a message to a captured image. 27. Any one of claims 16 to 26.
The image generating means
A program characterized by generating a game effect image according to a game situation by morphing the captured image. In any of claims 16 to 27
Means for setting a reset condition determination condition as a condition for determining a situation where the identity of the player is not ensured, and detecting a reset timing for resetting an image captured based on the reset condition determination condition;
Means for resetting the captured image when reset timing is detected;
A program characterized by causing a computer to function. A device according to any one of claims 16 to 28.
In the case of a CR machine, at least one of the timing when all of the lending balls using the same card are used up, the timing when detecting that a new card has been purchased, and the timing when ball launching is interrupted for a predetermined time is set as the reset timing. Means for detecting;
Means for resetting the captured image when the reset timing is detected;
A program characterized by causing a computer to function.   A computer-readable information storage medium storing the program according to any one of claims 16 to 29.

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