Coin operated ball game - has closed playing area with ball under control of players

摘要

The coin operated gaming machine uses balls rolling over the surface of a closed gaming table is designed to allow games by more than one player. The table has a playing area (42, 44) divided into segments. The ball (41) moves in such a way as to move towards one or other of the two gates (45) controlled by the players. Pivoted arms (26) under control of the players provide a method of keeping the ball in play. The table is illuminated by lamps that are controlled such that the centre section (20) gives a simulation of a roulette table effect.