A game machine (2, 200) which includes a playing field (6, 301)
traversed
by objects, such as balls (320). The playing field can have plural drop
zones (381-383) which can be selected by the player using deflectors (108-110)
that control where the balls are launched. Detectors (22, 392) indicate
scoring positions assumed by the balls. A payline display (28, 335) displays
scored events. A symbol selector is included to select symbols which are variably
assigned to the scoring positions and displayed on displays (20, 397). Balls
score symbols which can be displayed in the payline display and affect winning
or bonus play. Game machine (200) includes traditional slot machine reels
which can work in conjunction therewith.
