JP2000157687A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To increase thrill and interest in a game by giving a player visual pleasure. SOLUTION: A small special prize is generated not only when all the stopped figures in display columns are agreed with one another but also when the shapes of figures are agreed with one another as a result of a figure variation game in a variable display part 31 of a variable display unit 30. Further besides the figure variation game, a large prize is generated when three figures classied in the same group are completed, and when three figures of the common shape are completed in an item display part 32, respectively.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a gaming machine in which a special prize advantageous to a player is generated when predetermined conditions are satisfied in a game in which a ball is hit on a game board. Here, the gaming machine mainly refers to a pachinko machine.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, various types of pachinko machines have been known as this kind of game machines. On the game board surface of the pachinko machine, a main role for determining a model and enhancing playability is arranged. As a typical main accessory, a variable display device including a liquid crystal screen, a drum, and the like is known, and a device provided with such a variable display device is generally called a fever machine.

[0003] In a fever machine, when a ball wins in a starting winning opening established on a game board, various symbols are scroll-displayed on the variable display device. When the combination of symbols after the stop of scrolling corresponds to a big hit, a so-called fever (special prize) is generated, and the variable winning opening is repeatedly opened and closed up to a predetermined number of times.

[0004] The variable display device usually has three display columns arranged in a horizontal line. If all the symbols stopped and displayed in each display column are aligned to the same one after scrolling display, the big hit occurs. The special prize was set to occur. In the scroll display, every time a big prize is generated or a prize is lost, a series of displays on the variable display device due to the winning of the ball into the starting winning opening are all completed.

[0005]

However, in the above-mentioned general fever machine, the display on the variable display device is a repetition in which various symbols such as numbers are simply switched on the screen so as to flow one after another. They tended to lack novelty and fun. Therefore, it has been difficult to visually entertain a player expecting a special prize.

[0006] Even if a big hit is caused by the display of the variable display device, it is an ad-hoc event in which one special prize is generated and has no relevance to the next display on the variable display device. Therefore, a monotonous game is likely to be repeated, and the whole game may be ruined and the game performance may be reduced.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems of the prior art, and it has been found that the entertainment on the display on the variable display device can be enhanced and the expectation and gambling of the player can be sufficiently improved. To provide a gaming machine capable of satisfying, in particular, increasing the number of display modes related to the occurrence of a prize, thereby enabling the player to visually enjoy more and increasing the thrill and excitement in the game. It is an object.

[0008]

The gist of the present invention to achieve the above-mentioned object lies in the following items. [1] When a predetermined condition is satisfied in a game in which a ball is hit on the game board surface (11), in a gaming machine (10) in which a special prize advantageous to a player is generated, a start winning opening (20) and a variable display device (30). ), Symbol variation executing means (112), item display executing means (113), and small special prize generating means (11).
4) and a grand prize generating means (115), and the starting winning port (20) is set on the game board surface (1) so that a ball can win.
1) The variable display device (30) is provided on a plurality of display columns (31a to 31a) each capable of displaying various symbols.
c) and an item display section (32) on which items corresponding to various symbols are displayed. The variable display section (31) is provided on the game board surface (11) so as to be visible. Related symbols along a certain theme are classified into a plurality of groups, and one of a plurality of shapes is added to each of the various symbols separately from the group classification. Based on the winning of the ball in the starting winning opening (20), the variable display unit (3
In 1), after the various symbols fluctuate for each of the display fields (31a to 31c), a symbol change game in which one of the symbols is stopped is executed, and the item display execution means (113)
Indicates the result of the symbol change game, and each display column (31a to 31)
When all the symbols stopped in c) match, the symbol is displayed as an item together with its shape as an item on the item display section (32).
Even if the symbols stopped at 31c) do not all match, if the shapes of the respective symbols all match, a shape symbol representing only the shape is set as an item in the item display unit (3).
2), the small special prize generating means (114) determines whether the stopped symbols match all the display columns (31a to 31c) as a result of the symbol change game,
When the shapes of the symbols stopped in all of the patterns (31 to 31c) match, a small special prize is generated as the special prize, and the grand special prize generation means (115) sets the item display section (3).
In a plurality of items sequentially displayed in 2), when a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are completed, and when a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape including the shape symbol are prepared, the small prize is a small prize. A gaming machine (10) characterized by generating a grand prize having a greater value than a grand prize.

[2] The item display executing means (11)
3) displaying the respective items on the item display section (32) sequentially until a predetermined number is reached, and when the number exceeds the predetermined number, the items already displayed on the item display section (32) are displayed. The gaming machine (10) according to [1], wherein all are deleted.

[3] The item display executing means (11)
3) is a result of the symbol change game, each display column (31a ~
When the symbols stopped in 31c) all match with the specific symbol selected in advance, all the items already displayed on the item display section (32) are deleted [1] or [1]. 2] The gaming machine according to the item (10).

[4] The symbol variation executing means (112)
When a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are arranged in a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section (32), the plurality of items corresponding to the theme of the group during the grand prize is generated. Characterized in that the screen operation is performed by the variable display section (31) [1], [2].
Or the gaming machine (10) according to [3].

[5] The grand prize generating means (115)
In a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section (32), a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are prepared, and a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape including the shape symbols are prepared. A gaming machine (10) according to [1], [2], [3] or [4], wherein a grand prize having a different value is generated.

[6] The grand prize generating means (115)
In a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section (32), a case where a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are prepared and a case where a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape including the shape pattern are prepared simultaneously. The gaming machine (10) according to [1], [2], [3], [4] or [5], wherein when it occurs, only the grand prize based on either one is selected and generated.

[7] The grand prize generating means (115)
In a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section (32), when a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are arranged, the symbols in the group include those of a specific shape selected in advance. Is characterized by adding a value greater than the usual grand prize [1],
A gaming machine (10) according to [2], [3], [4], [5] or [6].

[8] There is a probability variation means, wherein the probability variation means is provided when a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are arranged in a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section (32). When a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape including the shape symbols are simultaneously generated,
[1], [2], [3], [4], [5] characterized in that the probability of occurrence of the small special prize as a result of the next symbol change game is changed to be higher than that in the normal game. , [6]
Or the gaming machine (10) according to [7].

[9] A lottery executing means (111) is provided, and the lottery executing means (111) is provided with the starting winning opening (20).
Each time a ball is won, a random lottery using a random number is executed, and various displays on the variable display device (30), a small special prize, etc. are made in accordance with the random number value drawn by the lottery executing means (111). And the grand prize is implemented [1],
A gaming machine (10) according to [2], [3], [4], [5], [6], [7] or [8].

[10] A variable winning device (50) is provided on the gaming board surface (11), and the variable winning device (50)
It has a movable plate (51) that can open and close the winning opening,
The movable plate (51) is normally kept in a closed state, and the small special prize generating means (114) opens and closes the movable plate (51) a predetermined number of times to make the small special prize, while the large special prize generating means (114). 115) is characterized in that the movable plate (51) is opened and closed a number of times greater than the predetermined number of times to obtain the grand prize [1], [2], [3], [4], [5]. ,
The gaming machine described in [6], [7], [8] or [9] (1
0).

Next, the operation based on the above solution will be described. According to the gaming machine (10) of the present invention, when the ball hit on the gaming board surface (11) successfully wins the starting winning opening (20), the variable display device (3)
The symbol change game is executed in the variable display section (31) of (0).

That is, various symbols are displayed so as to fluctuate in each of the display columns (31a to 31c) of the variable display section (31), and after a predetermined time has elapsed, the respective display columns (31a to 31c) are changed.
c) One of the symbols is stopped and displayed for each one. Such a symbol variation game is controlled by symbol variation executing means (112).

As for various symbols displayed on the variable display section (31), related symbols are classified into a plurality of groups according to a certain theme. For example, with several old stories as themes, characters appearing in each old story may be turned into symbols and classified.

In addition, apart from the group classification, any one of a plurality of shapes such as a quadrangle, a triangle, and a circle is added to each of the various designs.
For example, various patterns may be represented as outlines.

As a result of the symbol change game, each display column (31
If all the symbols stopped in a to 31c) match,
A small special prize is generated as a special prize advantageous to the player. Even if the symbols stopped in the display columns (31a to 31c) do not all match, if all the shapes of the symbols match, a small special prize is also generated. The small special prize here is controlled by the small special prize generating means (114).

When the symbols stopped in the display columns (31a to 31c) all match as a result of the symbol change game, the symbol is displayed as it is in the item display section (32) together with its shape as it is. Is done.

Even if the symbols stopped in the display columns (31a to 31c) do not all match, if the shapes of all the symbols match, the shape symbol representing only the shape is displayed as an item as an item. Displayed in the section (32). The display mode on the item display section (32) is controlled by the item display execution means (113).

In a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section (32), a case in which a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are prepared, and a case in which a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape including the shape pattern are prepared. , A grand prize having a higher value than the small prize is generated as the prize.
The grand prize here is controlled by the grand prize generating means (115).

As described above, the small prize is generated based on the result of the symbol change game not only when all the symbols match but also when the symbols have the same shape. It looks rich in variations that seem to be small.

Furthermore, not only the symbol change game but also the grand prize having a higher value than the small prize is generated based on the display of the item display section (32), so that it can be visually enjoyed.
Expectations for the award will be maintained.

In the item display section (32),
Each item may be sequentially displayed until the number reaches a predetermined number, and when the number exceeds the predetermined number, all the items already displayed on the item display section (32) may be deleted. .

In such a case, in order for the grand prize to occur,
While the items are stored up to a certain number, it is necessary to arrange a predetermined number of symbols of the same group or a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape. That is, since a certain break occurs in the display mode of the item display section (32), the conditions for generating the grand prize can be clarified.

As a result of the symbol change game, when the symbols stopped in the respective display columns (31a to 31c) all match the specific symbol selected in advance, the item display section (32) at that time. If all the items that have already been displayed are deleted, the thrill and excitement in the symbol change game are enhanced. In this case, the condition for generating the small award is satisfied.

In the item display section (32), when a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are prepared, a screen operation corresponding to the theme of the group is performed while a grand prize is generated based thereon. To the variable display unit (3
By displaying the information in 1), the player can be visually enjoyed.

In the item display section (32), a grand prize having a different value is generated when a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group and when a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape are aligned. Even if you do, the special prize has a variation and it is interesting.

Here, when a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group and a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape occur at the same time, only the grand prize based on either one is selected. May be generated.

In addition, when a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group and a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape including the shape symbols are simultaneously generated, in addition to the occurrence of the grand prize, Even if the probability of the occurrence of the small special prize is changed to be higher than that in the normal game as a result of the next symbol change game, the game is changed and interesting.

The contents displayed on the variable display device (30) and whether the small prize or the grand prize is generated may be determined in various cases according to the random number value drawn by the lottery executing means (111). If the setting is made such that the control is relatively easy, relatively easy control can be realized.

Further, as the small special prize and the grand special prize,
Various states are possible, such as a temporary increase in the ratio of the number of prize balls or a change in form that easily changes the form of winning. Here, specifically, for example, if the movable plate (51) of the variable winning device (50) is opened and closed a predetermined number of times, a winning chance with a relatively higher probability than usual is provided to the player clearly and easily. Can be given to. Further, depending on the number of times of opening and closing of the movable plate (51), small special prizes and large special prizes of various variations having different values can be easily produced.

[0037]

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an embodiment of the present invention. 1 to 44 show a gaming machine 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention. The gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment is a pachinko machine in which a special prize advantageous to a player is generated when a predetermined condition is satisfied in a game in which a ball is hit on the gaming board surface 11. This pachinko machine is a so-called fever machine, but may be applied to other types of pachinko machines and the like.

As shown in FIG. 2, the gaming machine 10 has a launching device 12 for hitting a ball, and the player operates the launching device 12 to cause the upper plate 13 provided on the front surface of the gaming machine 10 to move. It is configured such that balls are launched one by one onto the game board surface 11. Further, below the upper plate 13, there is provided a lower plate 14 for storing the balls overflowing from the upper plate 13 when a large amount of balls are paid out in the special prize.

The front surface of the game board surface 11 is covered with a glass door forming a space for moving a ball between the game board surface 11 and the game board surface 11. On the outer edge of the game board 11, there is provided a firing rail 11 a for sending a ball hit by a rotating operation of the launching device 12 to a position above the game board 11 in the vertical direction.

At about the center of the game board surface 11, a variable display device 30 is provided as a main accessory. Immediately below the variable display device 30, a reserved ball display device 40 is provided. Here, the variable display device 30 and the reserved ball display device 4
0 is configured as one integrated accessory.

Below the reserved ball display device 40, a starting winning port 20 is provided, and further below the variable winning device 50.
Are arranged. In addition, on the game board surface 11, various obstacles such as a plurality of obstacle nails for changing the falling speed or the direction of the struck ball, and various other objects such as a windmill 15 are provided at appropriate places. At the bottom of the game board surface 11, there is provided an out port 16 for collecting balls that have not won.

Above the game board surface 11, there is provided a display lamp 17 for displaying various game states and the like and increasing the fun of the game. In addition, a control device 100 (see FIG. 1) for centrally managing the game state is provided on the back side of the game board surface 11. The control device 100 will be described later in detail.

The start winning port 20 is generally called a start chucker. As shown in FIG. 1, a start winning detection switch 21 for detecting a ball winning is provided inside. The start winning detection switch 21 detects a winning ball and turns on.
, A start winning signal is output to the control device 100. The start winning detection switch 21 may be composed of various sensors such as an optical sensor, a proximity sensor, and a magnetic sensor.

The variable display device 30 has a screen for displaying various symbols. The screen is divided into a variable display section 31 and an item display section 32. In FIG. 3, the upper half of the screen of the variable display device 30 is the variable display unit 31, and the lower half of the screen is set as the item display unit 32.

The variable display device 30 is specifically composed of a color liquid crystal display. However, the variable display device 30 is not limited to this, and may be configured using a fluorescent display tube, a cathode ray tube (CRT), or the like, as well as a monochrome liquid crystal display.

As shown in FIG. 3, the variable display section 31 has three display columns 31a and 31 capable of displaying various symbols.
b, 31c. In the figure, the variable display unit 3
1 is the first display column 31a, and the center is the second display column 31.
b, the right side is set as the third display column 31c.

In the variable display section 31, the starting winning opening 20
The symbol change game is displayed as a result of the winning of the ball to the game. That is, the display fields 31a to 3
Scroll display in which various symbols are exchanged every 1c is started, and after a predetermined time has elapsed, symbols are stopped and displayed one by one in the order of the first display column 31a, the third display column 31c, and the second display column 31b. Here, the order in which the symbols stop in the respective display columns 31a to 31c is an example, and the symbols may be set to stop in another order.

Various symbols displayed on the variable display section 31 are as follows.
Related symbols along a certain theme are classified into a plurality of groups, and one of a plurality of shapes is added to various symbols separately from the group classification.
Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4, Japanese old tales are adopted as the theme, and the first story design (Hanasaki, Mr. Tono,
Dog, Ono, Flower), 2nd story design (monkey crab battle, monkey, crab, light, persimmon), 3rd story design (Momotaro, monkey, dog, pheasant, kibi dumpling), 4th story design (Taro Urashima) , Turtles, fishing, Ryugu Castle, Tamate Box), and bombs as special symbols.

Further, various designs include a first shape design: square (Hanasaki-san, monkey crab battle, Momotaro, Urashima Taro), a second shape design: circle (lord, monkey, turtle), and a third shape design: diamond. (Dog, crab, fishing), 4th shape design: regular octagon (ono, light, pheasant, Ryugu castle), 5th shape design:
Square R with rounded corners (flower, persimmon, mushroom dumpling, Tamate box),
It has a trapezoid (bomb).

As a result of the symbol change game, when the symbols stopped in the display columns 31a to 31c all match (see FIG. 5) or when only the shapes of the symbols match all (see FIG. 6), Small special prizes (third special prize, fourth special prize, fifth special prize) are generated. The details of the small special prize will be described later.

If the stopped symbols all match the display columns 31a to 31c as a result of the symbol-changing game, the symbols are displayed on the item display section 32 as they are, together with their shapes, as they are. In addition, each display column 3
Even if the symbols stopped at 1a to 31c do not all match, if the shapes of the symbols all match, a shape symbol representing only the shape is displayed on the item display section 32 as an item.

More specifically, as shown in FIGS. 5D to 5G, when the symbol is stopped at the variable display section 31 (turtle, turtle, turtle), the symbol of the turtle is displayed on the item display section 3 as it is.
2 is displayed. Here, if the turtle symbol is displayed, it means that the fourth story (Taro Urashima) and the second shape symbol have been acquired. Also, as shown in FIGS. 6D to 6G, when the symbols are stopped at the variable display unit 31 (light, pheasant, and ono), all of the symbols have the fourth shape, so The fourth shape symbol is displayed on the display unit.

In the item display section 32,
When three symbols classified into the same group are prepared, a screen operation corresponding to the theme of the group is executed on the variable display unit 31 while the grand prize is generated. This will be described later.

As shown in FIG. 3, the item display section 32 is provided with six display columns 32a to 32f. Each time a predetermined condition is satisfied in the above-mentioned symbol change game, the item display section 32 displays Up to six (constant number) items are sequentially displayed.

That is, as shown in FIG. 11, when the number of items exceeds six, all the items already displayed on the item display section 32 are set to be deleted. When the display of the item display unit 32 is thus initialized, the items are displayed on the item display unit 32 one by one again.

As shown in FIG. 12, the variable display unit 3
As a result of the symbol fluctuating game in No. 1, if the symbols stopped in the respective display columns 31a to 31c all match (bomb) as the specific symbol selected in advance, a small special award (fifth special award) described later.
Occurs, but at that time, the items already displayed on the item display section 32 are all set to be deleted. Needless to say, after the grand prize is generated, the items displayed on the item display section 32 are initialized.

In a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section 32, when the symbols classified into the same group are three as a predetermined number (FIG. 8C, FIG.
Or when a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape including the shape symbol are provided as a predetermined number (see FIGS. 8B and 9).
, Large grand prizes (first grand prize, second grand prize) each having a greater value than the small grand prize are generated. The grand prize will be described in detail later.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8A, when items (fourth shape design, light, turtle, Urashima Taro, second shape design) are displayed on the item display section 32 as items. The fourth shape symbol is in the reach state in (the fourth shape symbol and the light). In this case, as shown in FIG. 8B, if all the fourth shape symbols stop in each of the display fields 31a to 31c of the variable display section 31, a second prize is generated as shape matching.

The item display section 3 shown in FIG.
In FIG. 2, since the fourth story symbol is also in the reach state in (Turtle and Urashima Taro), as shown in FIG. 8 (c), all the fourth stories are displayed in the display columns 31a to 31c of the variable display unit 31. When the same symbol belonging to the symbol stops, a first prize is generated as a story (theme) match.

That is, in the course of the symbol change game, if the symbols stopped in the first and third display columns 31a and 31c are both in the (Ryugu castle) and are in the reach state, the symbols stopped in the second display column 31b. Is (Ryugu Castle) (FIG. 8 (c)), the first special prize is generated, and if any of (ono, light, pheasant) (FIG. 8 (b)), the second special prize is generated. I do.

In this embodiment, the variable display device 3
In the display of 0, if the conditions for generating the first special prize and the second special prize are simultaneously established, the first special prize is generated with priority. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and two special prizes may be successively generated when they are simultaneously established.

The holding ball display device 40 shown in FIG. 3 displays the number of random number lotteries executed based on the winning of a ball into the starting winning port 20. The variable display device 3
The symbol change game at 0 is sequentially executed for each random number lottery displayed on the reserved ball display device 40. The random number lottery will be described later in detail.

In other words, the holding ball display device 40 displays the number of holdings of the symbol changing game which has not been executed yet. The holding ball display device 40 is set to display the number of holdings (hereinafter referred to as holding balls) stored in the control device 100 based on a signal from the control device 100 described later.

The holding ball display device 40 has four holding lamps 41, 41,..., And is set so that a maximum of four holding balls can be held. That is, control is performed so that the number of the holding lamps 41 corresponding to the number of the holding balls is turned on. When the symbol change game is executed based on the reserved balls, the reserved balls corresponding to the executed balls are subtracted and stored and updated in the control device 100, and the reserved lamps 41 of the reserved ball display device 40 for the remaining reserved balls are provided. Lights up.

In FIGS. 1 and 2, the variable winning device 50
A movable plate 51 capable of opening and closing the winning opening;
1 is provided with a solenoid 52 for opening and closing. The movable plate 51 is normally maintained in a closed state that closes the winning opening. However, when a predetermined condition is satisfied in the symbol change game or the item display section 32, the grand prize or the small prize is based on a signal from the control device 100. Is controlled to produce

In the grand prize and the small prize, after the movable plate 51 is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 29 seconds), the movable plate 51 is opened for a short time (for example, 2 seconds).
This is a state in which the opening and closing operation of closing for only 3 seconds) is continued up to a predetermined number of rounds. The grand prize has a first prize and a second prize, and the small prize has a third prize, a fourth prize and a fifth prize.

As shown in FIG. 15, the number of rounds for each special prize is 16 for the first special prize, 8 for the second special prize, 2 for the third special prize, 1 for the fourth special prize, and 1 for the fifth special prize. Times. In the case of the fourth and fifth prizes, the movable plate 51 is opened only once over a predetermined time (for example, 29 seconds).

When a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are arranged on the item display section 32,
When a symbol in the group includes a symbol of the fifth shape as a specific shape selected in advance, a value greater than a normal grand prize is added. In this case, in the present embodiment, the number of rounds of the opening and closing operation of the movable plate 51 is 1 at the maximum.
Up to 7 times.

As shown in FIG. 1, inside the variable winning device 50, a winning detection switch 53 for detecting a winning ball is provided. Based on the signal from the winning detection switch 53, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winning balls are counted by the winning counter 54 in each round, the movable plate 5
1 means that even before the predetermined time for continuous opening has elapsed,
It is set to close once.

The variable winning device 50 has a V winning port 55 inside.
Is provided, and a V winning opening 55 is provided for each round.
Is set as a continuation condition for shifting to the next round. The winning of the ball into the V winning opening 55
It is configured to be detected by a winning detection switch 56.

As shown in FIG. 1, the control device 100 is for centrally managing the operation of the entire gaming machine 10 and has a CPU
The microcomputer includes a microcomputer 110, a ROM 120, a RAM 130, and the like. The control device 100 is formed as a unit, and is mounted in the body such as the back side of the game board surface 11. The CPU 110 includes a start winning port 20, a variable display device 30, a reserved ball display device 40, and a variable winning device 50.
Etc. are connected.

The ROM 120 stores game control program data for controlling the variable winning device 50 and the like, and the variable display device 3
The display control program data relating to the display contents of 0, and fixed data such as a lighting pattern of the display lamp 17 for producing a prize to various types of characters and a sound generation pattern from a speaker are stored. The RAM 130 stores winning data relating to the game including signals from various winning ports, a CPU, and the like.
A first storage unit 1 for storing a symbol random number and the like generated in 110
31 and a second storage unit 132 are provided.

The CPU 110 functionally includes a lottery execution unit 111, a symbol variation execution unit 112, an item display execution unit 113, a small special prize generation unit 114, a large special prize generation unit 115, and the like. The CPU 110 is also connected to a hall management terminal that centrally controls the inside of the game hall from an output unit 140 thereof via a local information communication network (LAN).

The lottery executing means 111 is provided with the starting winning opening 2
Based on the winning of the ball to 0, random number lottery is executed to extract a special random number, and an instruction is given to save the various special random numbers selected. The special award random number is stored in the RAM 130 up to four, which is the maximum number of reserved balls in the reserved ball display device 40. In addition, based on a command from the lottery executing means 111, the number of stored special random numbers (holding balls) is displayed by turning on a holding lamp 41 of the holding ball display device 40.

In accordance with the special random number extracted by the lottery executing means 111, a first special prize, a second special prize, a third special prize, and a fourth special prize described later.
The special prize, the fifth special prize, and the loss are determined. As shown in FIG. 13, the special random number is three digits, and a number from “0 to 9” is provided for each digit, and the special random number is set to be different according to various conditions. The special random number table used for the random number selection of the special random number is stored in the ROM 120.

More specifically, the first condition (when the item display section 32 is not in the reach state for both the story symbol and the shape symbol)
Below, since the first and second special prizes do not exist, the special random number “111X” (first story design),
When "222X" (the second story symbol), "333X" (the third story symbol), and "444X" (the fourth story symbol) are extracted, the third special prize is set.

Further, “555X” (first
Shape pattern), "666X" (second shape pattern), "777
When "X" (third shape symbol), "888X" (fourth shape symbol), and "999X" (fifth shape symbol) are extracted, a fourth special prize is generated. Furthermore, the special random number "000
When "X" (bomb design) is extracted, a fifth special prize is set.

Under the second condition (when the item display section 32 is in the state of reaching only the shape pattern), the third special prize,
The special random number at which the fifth special prize is generated is the same as the first condition. The fourth special random number is stored in the item display section 32.
Is shifted to the second special random number in accordance with the item design of. That is, when the item display unit 32 is in the reach state with the third shape symbol, for example, the special random number “777X” is the second special random number.

Similarly, the special prize under the third condition (when the item display unit 32 is in the reach state only for the story design) and under the fourth condition (when the item display unit 32 is in the reach state for both the story design and the shape design) The random numbers are shown in FIG.

Further, a symbol random number is provided separately from the special random number. The symbol random number (“X” in the special random number) corresponds to the shape symbol sequence shown in FIG.
In other words, for example, when the first special prize and the third special prize are generated, in FIG. 14, "1110" is set to be realized by a symbol (Hanasakiya), and "4444" is a symbol ( It is set so that it is established in the Tamate box.

The symbol change executing means 112 changes the various symbols in the display columns 31a to 31c of the variable display device 30 based on the winning of the ball in the starting winning opening 20, and then changes each of the display columns 31a to 31c. The above-described symbol change game in which any one symbol is stopped is executed.

The symbol change execution means 112 executes a symbol change game in accordance with the special random number and the symbol random number stored in the lottery execution means 111. The display contents in the symbol change game are programmed in advance so that various combinations of symbols corresponding to the above-described first to fifth special prizes are stopped and displayed on the variable display unit 31 in accordance with the special random number and the symbol random number. I have.

The symbol change executing means 112 is adapted to correspond to the story while the grand prize is generated when three symbols classified into the same story (group) are arranged in the item display section 32. The screen operation is controlled by the variable display unit 31
It is something to execute. Details of the screen operation will be described later.

If the symbols stopped in all of the display columns 31a to 31c coincide with each other as a result of the symbol change game, the item display executing means 113 displays the symbol as an item together with its shape on the item display section 32 as it is. This controls the screen operation to be performed. In addition, even if the symbols stopped in the display columns 31a to 31c do not all match, if the shapes of the symbols all match, the item display execution unit 113 sets the shape symbol representing only the shape as an item. The item is displayed on the item display section 32.

As shown in FIG. 40, the item display execution means 113 causes the item display section 32 to sequentially display each of the above items until the number of items becomes six. A screen operation for deleting all displayed items is also performed. When the display of the item display unit 32 is thus initialized, the items are displayed on the item display unit 32 one by one again.

Further, if the symbols stopped in the display columns 31a to 31c are all specific symbols (bombs) as a result of the symbol variation game,
A screen operation for deleting all the items already displayed on the item display unit 32 is also set to be executed.

The small special prize generating means 114 determines whether the symbols stopped on the variable display section 31 match all the symbols stopped on the variable display section 31 as a result of the symbol change game, and Third and fourth minor awards
A special prize is generated. In addition, the small special prize generating means 1
14 generates a fifth special prize as a small special prize when all the symbols stopped on the variable display section 31 are specific symbols (bombs).

As shown in FIG. 15, at the time of the third special prize, the movable plate 51 of the variable prize device 50 is at most twice (round), and at the time of the fourth prize and the fifth special prize, the movable plate 51 of the variable prize device 50 is one time. (Round) only.
The small special prize generating means 114 includes a solenoid circuit for driving the solenoid 52 of the variable winning device 50 according to a game control program.

The grand prize generating means 115 determines whether three or more symbols belonging to the same story are aligned in a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section 32, or if three symbols having the same shape are aligned. A first special prize and a second special prize are generated as grand prizes, respectively.

As shown in FIG. 15, at the time of the first special prize, the movable plate 51 of the variable winning device 50 has a maximum of 16 rounds.
When the fifth shape symbol is included in a case where three symbols belonging to the same story are arranged, the movable plate 51 is opened.
Is controlled to be added once and opened 17 times at the maximum. In addition, at the time of the second special prize, the movable plate 51 is set to be opened eight times at the maximum. Grand prize generating means 115
Similarly to the small special prize generating means 114, the solenoid 52 of the variable winning device 50
A solenoid circuit for driving the motor.

The grand prize generating means 115 determines whether a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section 32 have a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group, and a plurality of items having the same shape including the shape symbols. When a predetermined number of symbols are simultaneously generated, only the first special prize based on the former is selected and generated.

Further, inside the gaming machine 10, a prize ball payout means 60 is also provided. The prize ball payout means 60 includes a prize ball payout counter 61, a payout setting means 62 for setting a predetermined number of prize balls for each winning opening, and a calculation means 63 for counting the number of prize balls. The winning ball payout means 60 is also connected to the CPU 110 of the control device 100 via a signal line.

Next, the operation of the gaming machine 10 will be described. FIG.
In the flowcharts shown in FIG. 6 to FIG. 26, the random number (hereinafter, also including the symbol random number) is randomly selected by the lottery executing means 111 and the special random number is stored in accordance with the winning of the ball in the starting winning opening 20. This shows the pending ball processing until the start. In the drawing, the “holding ball display unit” indicates the holding lamp 41 of the holding ball display device 40.

In the flowchart shown in FIG. 16, when the ball wins in the starting winning opening 20 under the first condition (when the item display section 32 is not in the reach state of both the story pattern and the shape pattern) (Y in S101), the second condition is set. Under one condition, a special random number is extracted (S102), and it is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls stored in the RAM 130 has reached the upper limit (four) (S103).

If the number of reserved balls has reached the upper limit (four) (N in S103), a prize ball is paid out (S110), and the process returns to the determination as to whether or not a ball has won the start winning port 20. On the other hand, if the number of reserved balls has not reached the upper limit (Y in S103), it is determined which of the extracted random numbers (third special random number, fourth special random number, fifth special random number, outlier random number) is. I do.

If the special random number is the fourth random number (Y in S104), the first random number processing is executed (S104).
105), it is determined whether or not there are six storage numbers in the second storage unit 132 (S106). If the number of storages in the second storage unit 132 is six (Y in S106), the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S109). If not (N in S106), the second storage unit 132 is initialized. It is determined whether there are two identical random number contents (the first and third special prizes have the same special prize and design random numbers, and the second and fourth special prizes have the same special random number) (S107). If two identical random number contents exist (Y in S107), the shape reserve ball processing is executed (Y in S108), and if not (N in S107), the ball wins again in the starting winning opening 20 as it is. It returns to the determination of whether or not it has been done.

Next, in the flowchart shown in FIG. 17, the special random number extracted by the lottery
If it is a special random number (Y in S111), a first special random number process is executed (S112), and it is determined whether or not the number of pieces stored in the second storage unit 132 is six (S113).

If the number of storages in the second storage unit 132 is six (Y in S113), the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S116), and if it is not six (N in S113),
It is determined whether the same random number content exists in the second storage unit 132 (S114). Here, if the same random number content exists (Y in S114), the story holding ball processing is executed (S115). If not (N in S114), whether the ball has won the starting winning opening 20 again as it is. Return to the determination of whether or not.

If the special random number extracted by the lottery executing means 111 is the fifth special random number (Y in S121), the fifth special random number is stored in the first storage unit 131 (S12).
2) The holding lamp 41 of the holding ball display device 40 is turned on (S123), and a prize ball is paid out (S124).
Subsequently, the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S125),
The process returns to the determination of whether or not the ball has won the start winning port 20 again.

If the special random number extracted by the lottery executing means 111 is a lost random number (N in S121),
The lost random number is stored in the first storage unit 131 (S12).
6), the holding lamp 41 of the holding ball display device 40 is turned on (S127). Subsequently, a prize ball is paid out (S128),
The process returns to the determination of whether or not the ball has won the start winning port 20 again.

The flowcharts shown in FIGS.
14 shows a series of shape retaining ball processing. First, in the flowchart shown in FIG. 18, the second condition (item display unit 3
In the case where only the shape symbol is in the reach state, and when the ball wins in the starting winning opening 20 (Y in S131), a special random number is extracted under the second condition (S132).

At this time, if the number of reserved balls has reached the upper limit (four) (N in S133), a prize ball is paid out (S1).
38), the process returns to the determination as to whether or not the ball has won the start winning port 20 during the shape retaining ball processing. On the other hand, when the number of reserved balls has not reached the upper limit value (Y in S133), the extracted special random number is any one of the random numbers (second special random number, third special random number, fourth special random number, fifth special random number, outlier random number). Is determined.

If the special random number is the fourth random number, (S
134, the first special random number processing is executed (S13).
5) It is determined whether or not six storage numbers exist in the second storage unit 132 (S136). Here, when the number of stored pieces of the second storage unit 132 is six (Y in S136), the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S137), and the shape retaining ball processing ends. On the other hand, if the number of pieces stored in the second storage unit 132 has not reached six (N in S136), the process returns to the determination as to whether or not a ball has won the start winning port 20 during the shape retaining ball processing.

Next, in the flowchart shown in FIG. 19, the special random number extracted by the lottery executing means 111 is the third random number.
If the random number is a special random number (Y in S141), a first special random number process is executed (S142), and it is determined whether or not the number of pieces stored in the second storage unit 132 is six (S143).

If the number of storages in the second storage unit 132 is six (Y in S143), the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S146). If the number is not six (N in S143), the second storage unit 132 is stored. It is determined whether or not the same random number content exists in the unit 132 (S144). Here, if the same random number content exists (Y in S144), the story shape holding ball processing is executed (S145). If not (N in S144), the starting winning port 20 during the shape holding ball processing again. The process returns to the determination of whether or not the ball has won.

If the special random number extracted by the lottery executing means 111 is the second special random number (Y in S147), a second special random number process is executed (S148).
The storage unit 132 is initialized (S149), and the shape retaining ball processing ends. When the random number is not the second special random number (N in S147), it is determined whether or not the random number is the fifth special random number.

Next, in the flowchart shown in FIG. 20, if the special random number extracted by the lottery execution means 111 is the fifth special random number (Y in S151), the fifth special random number is stored in the first storage unit 131. It is stored (S152), and the holding lamp 41 of the holding ball display device 40 is turned on (S15).
Along with 3), a prize ball is paid out (S154). Then the second
The storage unit 132 is initialized (S155), and the shape retaining ball processing ends.

If the extracted special random number is a missed random number (N in S151), the extracted random number is stored in the first storage unit 1.
31 (S156), the holding lamp 41 of the holding ball display device 40 is turned on (S157), and a prize ball is paid out (S158). Then, the process returns to the determination of whether or not the ball has won the start winning port 20 during the shape retaining ball processing.

The flowcharts shown in FIGS.
This shows a series of story holding ball processing. First, in the flowchart shown in FIG. 21, the third condition (item display unit 3
In the case where only the story symbol is in the reach state) and the ball wins in the starting winning opening 20 (N in S161), the random number for the special prize is extracted under the third condition (S162).

At this time, if the number of reserved balls has reached the upper limit (four) (Y in S163), award balls are paid out (S1).
70) The process returns to the determination as to whether or not the ball has won the start winning port 20 during the story holding ball processing. On the other hand, if the number of the reserved balls has not reached the upper limit value (Y in S163), the extracted special random number is any of the random numbers (first special random number, third special random number, fourth special random number, fifth special random number, outlier random number). Is determined.

When the special random number is the fourth special random number (Y in S164), the first special random number processing is executed (S1).
65), it is determined whether or not the number of saved six in the second storage unit 132 is present (S166). Here, the second storage unit 132
If the number of stored is six (Y in S166), the second
The storage unit 132 is initialized (S169), and the story holding ball processing ends. On the other hand, when the storage number of the second storage unit 132 has not reached six (N in S166), the second storage unit 1
It is determined whether or not two identical random number contents exist in S32 (S167).

If the same random number content exists (S16
7, Y), the story shape reserve ball processing is executed (S168),
The story holding ball processing ends. On the other hand, if the ball does not exist (N in S167), the process returns to the determination of whether or not the ball has won the start winning port 20 during the story holding ball processing.

Next, in the flowchart shown in FIG. 22, if the special random number extracted by the lottery executing means 111 is the third special random number (Y in S171), the first special random number processing is executed (S172). Then, it is determined whether or not there are six storage numbers in the second storage unit 132 (S173).
If the number of storages in the second storage unit 132 is six (Y in S173), the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S1).
74), the story reserve ball processing ends. On the other hand, if the ball does not exist (N in S173), the process returns to the determination of whether or not the ball has won the start winning port 20 during the story holding ball processing.

If the extracted special random number is the first special random number (Y in S175), a second special random number process is executed (S176), and the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S175).
177), the story reserve ball processing ends. Subsequently, in the flowchart of FIG. 23, if the extracted special random number is the fifth special random number (Y in S181), the fifth special random number is stored in the first storage unit 131 (S182). continue,
The holding lamp 41 of the holding ball display device 40 is turned on (S183), a prize ball is paid out (S184), the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S185), and the story holding ball processing ends.

Further, when the extracted special random number is a missed random number (N in S181), the lost random number is stored in the first storage unit 1.
31 (S186), the holding lamp 41 of the holding ball display device 40 is turned on (S187), a prize ball is paid out (S188), and the ball wins the starting winning opening 20 during the story holding ball processing again. Return to the determination of whether or not.

The flowcharts shown in FIGS.
19 shows a series of story shape reserve ball processing. First, in the flowchart shown in FIG. 24, when the ball wins in the starting winning opening 20 under the fourth condition (when the item display section 32 is in the reach state for both the story symbol and the shape symbol) (S201).
, Y), and a special random number is extracted under the fourth condition (S).
202).

At this time, if the number of reserved balls has reached the upper limit (four) (N in S203), a prize ball is paid out (S2).
08) Then, the process returns to the determination of whether or not the ball has won the start winning port 20 during the story shape holding ball processing again. On the other hand, if the number of reserved balls has not reached the upper limit value (Y in S203), the extracted special random number is determined by any of the random numbers (the first special random number, the second special random number, and the third random number).
(Grand prize random number, fourth prize random number, fifth prize random number, outlier random number)
Is determined.

If the special random number is the fourth special random number (Y in S204), the first random number processing is executed (S2).
05), it is determined whether or not there are six storage numbers in the second storage unit 132 (S206). When the storage number of the second storage unit 132 is six (Y in S206), the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S207), and the story shape reserve ball processing ends. On the other hand, if the number of pieces stored in the second storage unit 132 has not reached six (N in S206), the process returns to the determination as to whether or not a ball has been won in the start winning port 20 during the story shape holding ball processing.

Next, in the flowchart shown in FIG. 25, if the special random number extracted by the lottery execution means 111 is the third special random number (Y in S211), the first special random number processing is executed (S212). Then, it is determined whether or not there are six storage numbers in the second storage unit 132 (S213).

If the number of stored pieces of the second storage section 132 is six (Y in S213), the second storage section 132 is initialized (S214), and the story shape reserve ball processing ends. on the other hand,
If the ball does not exist (N in S203), the process returns to the determination of whether or not the ball has won the start winning port 20 during the processing of the story shape holding ball again.

If the extracted special random number is the fifth special random number (Y in S215), the fifth special random number is stored in the first storage unit 131 (S216).
While the hold lamp 41 of 0 is turned on (S217),
The prize ball is paid out (S218). Then, the second storage unit 13
2 is initialized (S219), and the story shape reserve ball processing ends.

If the extracted special random number is the second special random number (Y in S220), a second special random number process is executed (S221), and the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S220).
222), the story shape reserve ball processing ends. Then Figure 2
In the flowchart of No. 6, if the special random number is the first special random number (Y in S222), a second special random number process is executed (S223), and the second storage unit 132 is initialized (S224). The shape reserve ball processing ends.

If the extracted special random number is a missed random number (N in S222), the extracted random number is stored in the first storage unit 1.
31 (S225), the holding lamp 41 of the holding ball display device 40 is turned on (S226), and a prize ball is paid out (S227). Then, the process returns to the determination as to whether or not the ball has won the start winning port 20 during the story shape holding ball processing.

The flowchart shown in FIG. 27 shows the first special random number processing. In this processing, first, the extracted special random number is stored and stored in the first storage unit 131 (S23).
1) The random number content is saved and stored in the second storage unit 132 (S)
232). Then, the holding lamp 4 of the holding ball display device 40
1 is displayed (S233), a prize ball is paid out (S234), and the first special award random number process ends.

The flowchart shown in FIG. 28 shows the second special prize random number processing. In this processing, first, the extracted special random number is stored in the first storage unit 131 (S24).
1) Next, the holding lamp 41 of the holding ball display device 40 is turned on and displayed (S242), and a prize ball is paid out (S2).
43). With this, the second special random number processing ends.

The flow charts shown in FIGS. 29 and 30 show the game process from the start to the end of the game. First, in the flowchart of FIG. 29, when the hold lamp 41 is on (Y in S301), one of the hold balls is turned off and the stored special random number is read (S30).
2). Then, the special random number (the first special random number, the second special random number, the third special random number, the fourth special random number, the fifth special random number)
It is determined whether it is a special random number or an outlier random number.

If it is the first special random number (Y in S304), the first special prize display process is executed (S305), and an item is additionally displayed on the item display section 32 (S30).
6), the first special prize game process is executed (S307). Then, the item display unit 32 is initialized (S308),
It is determined whether or not the game is over (S309).

If the random number is the second special random number (Y in S311), a second special prize display process is executed (S312), and an item is additionally displayed on the item display section 32 (S31).
3), a second special prize game process is executed (S314). Then, the item display unit 32 is initialized (S315),
It is determined whether or not the game is over (S309).

If the random number is the third special random number (Y in S321), a third special prize display process is executed (S322), and an item is additionally displayed on the item display section 32 (S32).
3), a third special prize game process is executed (S324). Then, the item display unit 32 is initialized (S325),
It is determined whether or not the game is over (S309).

In the flowchart of FIG. 30,
If the random number is the fourth special prize random number (Y in S331), a fourth special prize display process is executed (S332), and the item display unit 32
Are displayed additionally (S333), and a fourth special prize game process is executed (S334). Then, the item display unit 32 is initialized (S335), and the process returns to the determination as to whether or not the game is over.

If it is the fifth special award random number (Y in S341), a fifth special award display process is executed (S342), and an item is additionally displayed on the item display section 32 (S34).
3), a fifth special prize game process is executed (S344). Then, the item display unit 32 is initialized (S345),
The process returns to the determination as to whether or not the game has ended.

If the random number is out (S34)
6), a loss symbol display process is executed (S347), and the process returns to the determination as to whether or not to end the game. In FIG. 29, when the game is to be ended (Y in S309), the processing is shifted to END,
If the game is not to be ended (N in S309), the process returns to the determination of whether or not the hold lamp 41 is lit.

The flowcharts shown in FIGS.
Various kinds of special prize display processing are shown. In the following description, each of the stories (A), (C), and (E) is any one of the first to fourth story symbols in FIG.
Further, the design symbols (B), (D), and (F) are any designs that match any of the first to fifth shape designs in FIG. The “sixth design” indicates a bomb design (specific design).

As shown in FIG. 31, in the first special prize display process, two symbols of the same story (A) already exist in the item display section 32 (S401). Under these conditions, when the symbol change game is started on the variable display section 31 (S
402), after a lapse of a predetermined time, first, any symbol belonging to the story (A) stops in the first display column 31a (S4).
03). Then, the third display column 31c and the second display column 31b
In this order, the symbols exactly the same as those stopped in the first display field 31a stop (S404, S405), and the first special prize display processing ends.

As shown in FIG. 32, in the second special prize display process, two symbols having the same shape (B) already exist in the item display section 32 (S411). Here, it is determined whether or not two symbols of the same story (C) exist in the item display unit 32 (S412), and a symbol change game is started on the variable display unit 31 (S413).

As a result of the above-mentioned judgment, when two symbols of the same story (C) do not exist (N in S412), after the symbol change game is started (S422), “bomb symbol” is displayed in the first display column 31a. Otherwise, the symbol having the same shape as the shape (B) stops (S423). After that, the third display column 31c and the second
The symbols having the same shape as the shape (B) are stopped in the order of the display column 31b (S424, S425), and the second special prize display process ends.

When two symbols of the same story (C) are present in the item display section 32 (Y in S412), after the start of the symbol change game (S413), the shape is displayed in the first display column 31a. The symbol having the same shape as that of (B) stops (S414). Then, it is determined whether or not the symbol stopped in the first display field 31a is the symbol of the shape (B) in the story (C) (S415).

The symbol in the first display column 31a is the story (C).
(N in S415), the third display column 3
In the order of 1c and the second display column 31b, the symbols having the same shape as the shape (B) stop (S416, S417), and the second special prize display process ends.

If the symbol in the first display column 31a belongs to the story (C) (Y in S415), the symbol having the same shape as the shape (B) stops in the third display column 31c ( S418), it is determined whether or not the symbol in the third display column 31c belongs to the story (C) (S41).
9).

As a result, if the symbol in the third display section 31c belongs to the story (C) (Y in S419), the second
In the display column 31b, symbols having the same shape as the shape (B), which do not belong to the story (C), stop (S421). On the other hand, if the symbol in the third display field 31c does not belong to the story (C) (N in S419), the second display field 31b displays
The symbol having the same shape as the shape (C) stops (S42).
0), the second special prize display processing ends.

As shown in FIG. 33, in the third special prize display processing, first, it is determined whether or not two symbols of the same shape (D) exist in the item display section 32 (S431).
Subsequently, it is determined whether or not two symbols of the same story (E) exist in the item display section 32 (S43).
2).

As a result of the judgment, if both the symbol of the same shape (D) and the symbol of the same story (E) exist in the item display section 32 (Y in S431 and S432), the variable display section At 31, a symbol change game is started (S43).
3) After a lapse of a predetermined time, a bomb symbol (specific symbol), a symbol belonging to the story (E), and a symbol other than the symbol identical to the shape (D) are stopped in the first display column 31a (S43).
4). Thereafter, in the order of the third display column 31c and the second display column 31b, the same symbol as the symbol of the first display column 31a is stopped (S435, S436), and the third special prize display process ends.

As a result of the determination, the item display unit 3
If two symbols of the same shape (D) exist in 2 (Y in S431) and there are no two symbols of the same story (E) (N in S432), the symbol change game starts on the variable display unit 31. (S437), and after a lapse of a predetermined time, the first display field 31 is displayed.
The symbol other than the bomb symbol and the shape (D) stops at a (S438). Thereafter, in the order of the third display column 31c and the second display column 31b, the same symbols as those in the first display column 31a are stopped (S439, S440), and the third special prize display process is ended.

As a result of the judgment, the item display section 3
If two symbols of the same shape (D) do not exist in 2 (N in S431) and two symbols of the same story (E) exist (Y in S441), the symbol change game starts ( S44
2) After a predetermined time, a bomb design is displayed in the first display field 31a.
Symbols other than the symbol belonging to the story (E) stop (S
413). Then, the third display column 31c and the second display column 31
In the order of b, the same symbols as those in the first display column 31a stop (S444, S445), and the third special prize display process ends.

Further, as a result of the judgment, when the symbol of the same shape (D) and the symbol of the same story (E) do not exist in the item display section 32 (S431, S441).
N), the symbol variation game is started (S446), and after a lapse of a predetermined time, symbols other than the bomb symbol are stopped in the first display column 31a (S447). After that, the third display column 31c and the second
The same symbols as in the first display column 31a are stopped in the order of the display column 31b (S448, S449), and the third special prize display process ends.

As shown in FIG. 34, in the fourth special prize display process, it is first determined whether or not two symbols of the same shape (F) exist in the item display section 32 (S45).
1). If there are two (Y in S451), the symbol change game is started (S452), and after a predetermined time has elapsed, the symbols other than the bomb symbol and the symbol of the shape (F) are stopped in the first display column 31a. (S453). On the other hand, if there are no two symbols (N in S451), the symbol variation game is also started (S457), and symbols other than the bomb symbol are stopped in the first display column 31a after a predetermined time has elapsed (S458).

After the symbols are stopped in the first display field 31a and a predetermined time has elapsed, the first display field 31c is displayed in the third display field 31c.
The symbol having the same shape as 1a stops (S454).
It is determined whether or not the symbol in the display column 31c is the same symbol as the first display column 31a (S455).

As a result, if the symbols are the same (S45
5), the first display column 31a is displayed in the second display column 31b.
(Same for the third display field 31c) and the first
The design having the same shape as the display column 31a stops (S456),
The fourth special prize display processing ends. On the other hand, when the symbols are not the same (N in S455), the symbols having the same shape as the first display column 31a are stopped in the second display column 31b (S45).
9), the fourth special prize display processing ends.

As shown in FIG. 35, in the fifth special prize display processing, first, the symbol change game starts on the variable display section 31 (S
461), the bomb design stops in the first display field 31a after a lapse of a predetermined time (S462). Then, the third display column 31
Similarly, the bomb design stops in the order of c and the second display column 31b (S463, S464), and the fifth special prize display process ends.

The flowcharts shown in FIGS. 36 and 37 show the details of the first and second grand prizes, which are the grand prizes. 36 to 39, the “attacker” refers to the variable winning device 50. As shown in FIG. 36, in the first special prize game process, first, in the symbols belonging to the same story, three of which are arranged on the item display section 32, the fifth
It is determined whether or not a shape design (square R) is included (S501).

Next, the variable winning device 50 is opened (S50).
2, S508), during which the variable winning device 50 has 10 balls.
It is determined whether or not a piece (limit number) has been won (S503, S
509). If there are ten winnings here (S50
3, Y in S509), the movable plate 51 is held for a predetermined time (for example, 2
Second), and closes the variable winning device 50 (S50).
5, S511).

If there are no 10 winnings (S
503, S509, N), it is determined whether or not a timeout of 29 seconds has occurred (S504, S510). If a timeout has occurred (Y in S504, S510), the variable winning device 5
0 is closed (S505, S511). If the timeout has not occurred (N in S504 and S510), 10
The process returns to the determination of whether or not a prize has been won.

After the variable winning device 50 is closed for 2 seconds,
The variable winning device 50 is opened again for 29 seconds, but before that, it is determined whether or not a winning has been made to the V winning opening 55 (S5).
06, S512). Here, if there is no winning in the V winning opening 55 (N in S506 and S512), the first special prize ends at that time.

On the other hand, if the player has won the V winning opening 55 (S
506, Y in S512), number of rounds (variable winning device 5)
One round is from the opening of 0 to the closing of 0. )
Is determined to have reached a predetermined upper limit number of rounds (S507, S513).

The upper limit number of rounds is 17 when the fifth shape symbol (square R) is included in the symbols of the same story arranged in the item display section 32 (Y in S501). When the fifth shape symbol (square R) is not included (N in S501), the number of times is 16 times.

If the opening of the variable winning device 50 has not yet reached the upper limit number of rounds (N in S507 and S513),
In the next round again, the variable winning device 50 is opened (S5).
02, S508). On the other hand, when the maximum number of rounds has been reached (Y in S507 and S513), the first special prize ends.

As shown in FIG. 37, in the second special prize game process, first, the variable winning device 50 is opened (S521), and it is determined whether 10 balls (the limit number) have won the variable winning device 50 during this time. Is determined (S522). Here, if there are ten winnings (Y in S522), the movable plate 51 is closed for a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds), and the variable winning device 50 is closed (S524).

If there are no 10 winnings (S
(N in 522), it is determined whether or not a timeout of 29 seconds has occurred (S523). If a timeout has occurred (Y in S523), the variable winning device 50 is closed (S524). If it is not time-out (N in S523), 10
The process returns to the determination of whether or not a prize has been won.

After the variable winning device 50 is closed for 2 seconds,
The variable winning device 50 is opened again for 29 seconds, but before that, it is determined whether or not a winning has been made to the V winning opening 55 (S5).
25). Here, if no prize has been won in the V winning opening 55 (S
N at 525), at which point the second special prize ends.

On the other hand, if the player has won the V winning opening 55 (S
It is determined whether or not the number of rounds (the period from opening to closing of the variable winning device 50 is one round) reaches eight, which is the predetermined upper limit number of rounds (Y at 525). S526).

If the variable winning device 50 has not been opened eight times yet (N in S526), the next round is performed again to open the variable winning device 50 (S521). On the other hand, when the number of times has reached eight (Y in S526), the second special prize ends.

The flowcharts shown in FIGS. 38 and 39 show the details of the third special prize and the fourth special prize, which are the small special prizes, respectively. Note that the fifth special prize is the same as the fourth special prize, and a duplicate description will be omitted.

As shown in FIG. 38, in the third special prize game process, first, the variable winning device 50 is opened (S531), and whether or not 10 (limit number) balls have won the variable winning device 50 during this time is determined. Is determined (S532). Here, if there are ten winnings (Y in S532), the movable plate 51 is closed for a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds), and the variable winning device 50 is closed (S534).

If there are no 10 winnings (S
At 532, N), a determination is made as to whether or not a timeout of 29 seconds has occurred (S533). If a timeout has occurred (Y at S533), the variable winning device 50 is closed (S534). If the timeout has not occurred (N in S533), 10
The process returns to the determination of whether or not a prize has been won.

After the variable winning device 50 is closed for 2 seconds,
The variable winning device 50 is opened again for 29 seconds, but before that, it is determined whether or not a winning has been made to the V winning opening 55 (S5).
35). Here, if no prize has been won in the V winning opening 55 (S
N) at 535, at which point the second prize ends.

On the other hand, if the player has won the V winning opening 55 (S
It is determined whether or not the number of rounds (the period from when the variable winning device 50 opens until the variable winning device 50 closes is one round) reaches the predetermined upper limit round number of two (Y at 535). S536). If the variable winning device 50 has not yet been opened twice (N in S536), the next round is performed again to open the variable winning device 50 (S531).
On the other hand, when it has reached twice (Y in S536), the second special prize ends.

As shown in FIG. 39, in the case of the fourth special prize, first, the variable winning device 50 is opened (S541), and during this period, whether or not 10 balls (limit number) have won the variable winning device 50 is determined. Is determined (S542). If ten prizes have been won (Y in S542), the movable plate 51 is closed to close the variable prize device 50 (S544), and the fourth special prize ends.

On the other hand, if there are no 10 winnings (S
(N in 542), it is determined whether or not a timeout of 29 seconds has occurred (S543). If a timeout has occurred (Y in S543), the variable winning device 50 is closed (S544), and the fourth special prize ends. If the timeout is not reached (S
(N in 543) The process returns to the determination of whether or not 10 prizes have been won.

As described above, according to the gaming machine 10,
Based on the result of the symbol fluctuating game in the variable display section 31, the small award is generated not only when the symbols are all coincident but also when the symbols have the same shape. Will be rich in variation that will be a small hit. Furthermore, not only the symbol change game but also the grand prize having a higher value than the small prize is generated based on the display of the item display section, so that the player can enjoy the visual sensation and the sense of expectation for the generation of the prize is maintained.

Further, in the gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, when three symbols belonging to the same group, that is, three symbols belonging to the same story are arranged in the item display section 32, the first based on the three symbols. During the occurrence of the special prize, the screen operation corresponding to the story is displayed on the variable display section 31.
Is configured to be displayed.

That is, when the first prize is generated,
Each time the variable winning device 50 is opened up to 16 times or 17 times, a different image program is read in accordance with the story in which the first prize has occurred, and is displayed on the variable display unit 31. Such an image operation is controlled by the symbol variation executing means 112.

Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG.
By arranging three of Hanasaki's items on the item display section 32, the story of Hanasaki is displayed while the variable winning device 50 is open at the time of the special prize. In addition, as shown in FIG. 42, by arranging three items of the monkey crab battle in the item display section 32, the story of the monkey crab battle is displayed while the variable prize device 50 is open at the time of the special prize. Hereinafter, description will be made with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 43 and 44.

In FIG. 43, first, when a special prize is generated (Y in S601), the symbol variation executing means 112 inputs a special prize signal (S602), and determines whether or not it is the first special prize (S603). . If it is the first special prize here (S
(Y in 603), the type of the special prize (the type of story) is read (S604), and the corresponding story image is read (S60).
5) The special prize round image processing is executed (S606), and the image processing at the time of the special prize ends.

If the judgment by the symbol variation executing means 112 is not the first special prize (N in S603), the type of the special prize (second special prize, third special prize, fourth special prize, fifth special prize) is read ( (S607), the normal story image (a general demonstration image of the gaming machine 10) is read (S608), the special round image processing is executed (S606), and the image processing at the time of the special prize ends.

As shown in FIG. 44, in the special prize round image processing, when a special prize occurs, an opening image (for example, Mr. Hanasaki Fiver) is displayed on the variable display section 31 (S611), and the variable prize device 50 is opened. (Y in S612), the number of rounds is counted (S613). A predetermined corresponding image is displayed according to the counted number of rounds (S61).
4), it is determined whether to close the variable winning device 50 (S61).
5).

When the variable winning device 50 is closed (S61)
5 and Y), the maximum number of rounds (16 or 17)
It is determined whether or not the number has reached (S616). If the number of rounds has not reached the upper limit (N in S616), the process returns to the process of counting the number of rounds again (S6).
13). On the other hand, if the number of rounds has reached the upper limit (Y in S616), the ending image (Hanasaki F
(IVER end etc.) is displayed (S617), and the special prize round image processing ends. Even when a normal story image is read, a normal image is displayed based on the special round image processing.

As a modification of the gaming machine 10,
The function of the probability varying means may be added to the CPU 110 of the control device 100 in FIG. Such a probability varying means is provided, when a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display unit 32 have a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group, and a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape including the shape symbol. When the case occurs at the same time, the probability that the small special prize is generated as a result of the next symbol change game is changed to be higher than that in the normal game.

The gaming machine according to the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, but can be extended and modified as follows. For example, the image processing at the time of the special prize is configured so that only the first special prize displays a story image different from that at the other special prizes. However, the present invention is not limited to this. You may comprise so that it may display.

In the above embodiment, the old story (story) of Hanasaki-san, Monkey Crab Battle, Momotaro and Urashima Taro is described, but the theme for classifying the patterns is not limited to this, and the item display is not limited to this. Anything that has some kind of relevance by being displayed on the unit 32 may be used.
For example, the first special prize may be generated when the items such as a wild boar, a deer, and a butterfly are arranged on a flower card.

Further, the number of display fields of the variable display section is not limited to three, but may be four or more. Further, the specific symbol is not limited to a symbol imitating a bomb, but may be another symbol.

In the item display section, when a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group and a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape occur simultaneously, only the grand prize based on the former is used. Although selected and generated, a grand prize based on both may be continuously generated.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, various variations among the grand prize and the small prize are produced by changing the number of times of opening of the variable prize apparatus. Depending on the length of time to open the game, various variations of the special prize may be distinguished.

[0183]

According to the gaming machine of the present invention, the entertainment on the display on the variable display device can be enhanced, and the expectation and gambling of the player can be sufficiently satisfied. By increasing the number of display modes, the player can be more visually enjoyed, and the thrill and excitement in the game can be increased. This makes the game more interesting and improves the operating rate of the gaming machine, thereby contributing to the sales contribution of the amusement arcade.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a front view showing the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is an enlarged front view showing the variable display device of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram listing various symbols displayed on a variable display unit of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen operation in the variable display device of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen operation in the variable display device of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen operation in the variable display device of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen operation at the time of reach in the variable display device of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 9 is an explanatory view showing an enlarged item display section in FIG. 8;

FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an enlarged item display section in FIG. 8;

FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen operation in an initialization mode in the item display unit of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen operation at the time of the fifth special prize in the item display section of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing a special random number for each condition in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 14 is an explanatory diagram showing symbol random numbers in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 15 is a table showing the number of times the variable display device is opened at the time of various special prizes in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing a reserved ball display process at the time of extracting a fourth special random number in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing a reserved ball display process at the time of extracting the third and fifth special random numbers in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing a reserved ball display process at the time of extracting the fourth special random number in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing a shape retaining ball process at the time of extracting second and third special random numbers in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing a shape retaining ball process at the time of extracting a fifth special prize random number and a lost random number in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a story holding ball process at the time of extracting the fourth special random number in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing story holding ball processing at the time of extracting first and third special random numbers in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing a story holding ball process at the time of extracting the fifth special award random number and the outlier random number in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing story shape retaining ball processing at the time of extracting a fourth special random number in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing story shape reserve ball processing at the time of extracting second, third, and fifth special random numbers in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 26 is a flowchart illustrating story shape retaining ball processing at the time of extracting the first special random number and the outlier random number in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing a first special random number process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing a second special random number process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing a game from the start to the end of the first, second, and third special random number extraction in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing a process from the start to the end of the game at the time of extracting fourth and fifth special random numbers and missing random numbers in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing a first special prize display process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing a second special prize display process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing a third special prize display process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing a fourth special prize display process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing a fifth special prize display process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing a first special prize game process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing a second special prize game process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing a third special prize game process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing a fourth special prize game process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing initialization processing of an item display unit in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 41 is an explanatory diagram showing a screen display mode of the variable display unit according to the story at the time of the special prize in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 42 is an explanatory diagram showing a screen display mode of the variable display unit according to the story at the time of the special prize in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 43 is a flowchart showing image processing at the time of a special prize in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 44 is a flowchart showing a special prize round image process in the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 ... Game machine 11 ... Game board surface 11a ... Shooting rail 12 ... Shooting device 13 ... Upper plate 14 ... Lower plate 16 ... Out opening 17 ... Display lamp 20 ... Start winning opening 30 ... Variable display device 31 ... Variable display unit 31a ... First 1 display field 31b 2nd display field 31c 3rd display field 32 ... item display section 40 ... holding ball display device 41 ... holding lamp 50 ... variable winning device 51 ... movable plate 52 ... solenoid 53 ... winning detection switch 54 ... winning Counter 55 V winning opening 56 V winning detection switch 60 winning ball payout means 100 control device 110 CPU 111 lottery execution means 112 symbol variation execution means 113 item display execution means 114 small special prize generation means 115 .. Grand prize generating means 120 ROM 130 RAM 131 First storage unit 132 Second storage unit 140 Output unit

Claims (10)

[Claims] When a predetermined condition is satisfied in a game in which a ball is hit on a game board surface, a game machine in which a special prize advantageous to a player is generated, a start winning port, a variable display device, a symbol change execution means,
It has an item display executing means, a small special prize generating means, and a large special prize generating means, wherein the starting winning opening is provided on the game board surface in a state where a ball can win, and the variable display device displays various symbols. It comprises a variable display section having a plurality of display columns each capable of being displayed, and an item display section on which items corresponding to various symbols are displayed, and is provided so as to be visible on a game board surface, and the various symbols have a certain theme. The symbols related to each other are classified into a plurality of groups, and one of a plurality of shapes is added to the various symbols separately from the group classification. Based on the winning of the ball to the, in the variable display unit, after the various symbols are changed for each display column, a symbol change game in which any one of the symbols is stopped, the item display execution means, As a result of the pattern change game, when all the symbols stopped in each display column match, the symbol is displayed as an item together with its shape on the item display section as it is, and all the symbols stopped in each display column are displayed. Even if it does not match, if all the shapes of the symbols match, a shape symbol representing only that shape is displayed as an item on the item display section, and the small special prize generation means, as a result of the symbol change game, A small special prize is generated as the special prize when the symbols stopped in all the display columns all match the shapes of the symbols stopped in the respective display columns, and the large special prize generating means includes: In a plurality of items sequentially displayed in the section, when a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are prepared, and when a predetermined number of symbols of the same shape including the shape pattern are prepared. Each gaming machine, characterized in that to generate a large large prize value than the small prize as the prize. 2. The item display execution means sequentially displays each of the items on the item display unit until a predetermined number is reached, and when the number exceeds the predetermined number, the items are already displayed on the item display unit. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein all the deleted items are deleted. 3. The item display execution means, if the symbols stopped in the respective display fields all match the predetermined selected symbols as a result of the symbol change game, the items are already displayed on the item display section. 3. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein all the deleted items are deleted. 4. The symbol variation executing means, when a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are arranged in a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section, during the occurrence of the grand prize. 4. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein a screen operation corresponding to a theme of the group is executed by the variable display unit. 5. The grand prize generating means, wherein a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section have a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group, and a symbol having the same shape including the shape symbol. 5. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein a grand prize having a different value is generated when a predetermined number of games are provided. 6. The grand prize generating means, wherein a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section have a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group, and a symbol having the same shape including the shape symbol. 5. When a predetermined number of prizes simultaneously occur, only the grand prize based on any one of them is selected and generated.
Or the gaming machine according to 5. 7. When a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group are arranged in a plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display section, the grand prize generating means is selected as a symbol in the group in advance. 7. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein a value greater than a normal grand prize is added when a specific shape is included. 8. A plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display unit, the plurality of items sequentially displayed on the item display unit having a predetermined number of symbols classified into the same group; When a predetermined number of symbols having the same shape are simultaneously included, the probability that a small special prize will occur as a result of the next symbol change game is changed to be higher than that in a normal game. The gaming machine according to claim 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7. 9. A lottery execution means, wherein the lottery execution means executes a random lottery using a random number each time a ball wins the starting winning opening, and the random number selected by the lottery execution means is provided. 9. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein various displays, a small prize and a grand prize are executed on the variable display device according to the numerical value. 10. A variable prize device is provided on the game board surface, the variable prize device includes a movable plate capable of opening and closing the winning opening, and the movable plate is normally maintained in a closed state. The small special prize generating means opens and closes the movable plate a predetermined number of times to obtain the small special prize, while the large special prize generating means opens and closes the movable plate more than the predetermined number of times to obtain the large special prize. Claims 1, 2, 3, 4,
The gaming machine according to 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9.