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    Default Pachinko Glossary Part One: Playfield Terminology

    Hi all,
    I've been answering a lot of questions about pachinko recently so the following glossary is an attempt to standardize the terms that I use in my replies to you guys. It's also meant to be a reminder/reference to myself because I sometimes use conflicting terms that confuse me as well. Please note that some of these terms may conflict with ones which you have used or ones in which wholesalers use.

    Playfield (also see Cel): refers to the physical playfield where the balls will play on and where all the below items are located.

    Types of playfields:

    Primary playfield: The whole playfield as represented by cel, pins, chutes, etc.

    Subplayfield: Usually located just below the LCD screen. Ball entry into this area usually increases the chance somewhat of its subsequent entry into the start pocket.

    Cel: The backdrop/background of the playfield. Same machines in a single series can have different cels depending on their individual gameplay specifications.

    Pins: Pretty self-explanatory, the small metal protrusions that the balls hit on their way to wherever they are going.

    Types of pins:

    Top pin: Not as relevant with modern pachinko, the top pin is located (surprise) on the top of the playfield.

    Head pin: Most players play to the left side of the field (many manufacturers don't even have pins on the right side of the playfield in acknowledgement of this fact). The head pin is located to the left of the top pin and is usually going to be the first pin that a ball hits before it proceeds to the other areas.

    Bump pin(s): This pin(s) are located lower and to the left of the head pin and is the one that will start the path of the balls to right of the playfield.

    Jump pin(s): This pin(s) are located to the left of the start pocket (not the ones directly next to it) and give the pins the jump that will (hopefully) lead them into the start pocket.

    Pocket pin(s): These are the pins that sandwich the start pocket.

    Pockets: These are areas of the playfield that a ball can enter but not physically pass through (see Gates and Chutes). They have a direct effect on gameplay.

    Types of pockets:

    Start pocket (also see Claw and Start Memory): This is almost always located in the lower-middle portion of the playfield, below the LCD screen. Ball entry causes the reels to start spinning and a small payout (usually 4-10 balls).

    Secondary start pocket (also see Claw): Some machines employ a second start pocket which is usually located just below the primary one.

    Subpocket(s): Machines usually have two to four of these and are usually located in the lower right and left portions of the playfield. Ball entry causes a small payout (usually 10-13 balls).

    Claws: Mechanical pincer-like devices that can open, allowing easier entry into a pocket.

    Types of claws:
    Start claw: These claws are directly surrounding the start pocket. Activation requires a ball to enter a go gate first (see Gates).

    Secondary claw: Only for machines that have a secondary start pocket. As above, activation requires a ball to enter a go gate first (see Gates).

    Chutes (see Wells, Pockets, and Gadgets): These are areas of the playfield that a ball can pass through but usually do not cause any other than physical effects to gameplay.

    Types of chutes:

    Pin chute: The uninterrupted path of the ball through the pins on the playfield.

    Subplayfield chute: These chutes are located on the left and right sides of the subplayfield. Ball entry leads to subplayfield.

    Start chute: Located in the subplayfield, usually a divot/dimple or a flow chute. Ball entry, with accurate physics, usually leads to entry into start pocket.

    Gates: These are areas of the playfield that a ball can pass through and usually have an effect on gameplay.

    Types of Gates:

    Through gates: These gates can be located anywhere on the payfield but are typically 1) near the bump pin or 2) on either (or both) sides of the start pocket, either at the same level or lower. Ball entry causes a sub-roulette to start. (see Sub-Roulette)

    Activation Gates: These gates are not in many machines and can be located anywhere on the playfield. Ball entry has various effects on gameplay depending on machine.

    Spinners: Pinwheel-like spinning gadgets that can be located anywhere on the playfield but typically on the left and right sides of the subplayfield chutes. Do not have any effect on gameplay, other than physical.

    Subroulette: The subroulette can be located anywhere on playfield and sometimes within the LCD display. When a ball enters a through gate, the roulette starts. When this roulette hits a certain combination (for example"77"), the start or secondary claw will open, typically once for a short time (less than a second) during normal play at a approx. fixed probability of 15%. During bonus and chance play, it will open for a longer time (1-2 seconds) and/or for a consecutive number of times and at a fixed probability of 50%.

    Jackpot Door: Can be anywhere on the playfield but usually located in the lower portion, under the start pocket. Will open a once per round, for a fixed number of rounds during a winning payout.

    Props: Mechanical devices located on the playfield that can have some effect on gameplay. Sometimes represented, for example, as a character "action figure", light, or hologram.

    Jackpot Numbers: Some machines have these, some don't and can be located anywhere on the playfield. Usually a small series of numbers or LED display which will show a code or number when a win has been attained. Have no effect on gameplay. Parlors in Japan use these to determine certain rules on how a player can proceed after winning.

    Gutter: The bottom opening on the playfield, balls that do not enter pockets or get jammed in pin chutes will end up here. Has no effect on gameplay.

    Coming soon: Part 2: Gameplay Terminology and Part 3: General pachinko FAQ.
    Last edited by rupan777; 11-11-2005 at 09:03 PM.
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    Default Re: Pachinko Glossary Part One: Playfield Terminology

    rupan, THANKS!!!!!!




    Great stuff!!!

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    Rupan way to go a great addition to the site this should be made a sticky.

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    Thanks for the replies and sticky
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    Rupan... OUTSTANDING!
    Thank you, once again!
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    I have linked pachinko to this thread.
    Meanwhile, somewhere in Oklahoma.

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    Thanks. I noticed that when you click on the link, it defaults out at Logicprobe's post. Is there a way to get it to go to the top of the page?
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    That auto-linker is a tricky little devil sometimes. Fixed.
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    Default Re: Pachinko Glossary Part One: Playfield Terminology

    Thanks Rupan!

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    "This is My Personal Opinion and no others"

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    Default Re: Pachinko Glossary Part One: Playfield Terminology

    I see the word "reach" used alot but didn't see that listed?

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    Quote Originally Posted by trout16
    I see the word "reach" used alot but didn't see that listed?
    Because this volume is playfield terminology and "reach" is a term used in gameplay so that term and others will be covered in the next volume when I get the chance to write it.
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    Thanks Rupan. Nice explanations
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    Default Re: Pachinko Glossary Part One: Playfield Terminology

    Of course, as any male would do, I posted a new thread without first reading your post. I know..."BOO Blu-Busa". Anyhow, good information...it may explain my problem! If anyone has the Sanyp WanWan Paradise machine, I would appreciate a message or email.
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    Will done.

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    thanks for the info

    great addition


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    Default Re: Pachinko Glossary Part One: Playfield Terminology

    The post is from 2005, still stickied, and no next parts are made. We are now in 2011, many years later.
    Is the user now gone forever?

    Like to see more terminology parts... but who can do it?

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    Yasss, Rupan! You're killing it! ���� #goals #inspiration #motivation This is an amazing addition to the site! It definitely deserves to be a sticky post.

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