JP2003135734A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To remarkably improve interest by removing a monotonous feeling in a game machine provided with a variable display means. SOLUTION: On a game board 8 of a pachinko game machine 1, an operating part 11 and a big prize winning part 12 are provided and on the central portion of the game board 8, a display device 20 equipped with a display part 20a is assembled. In addition to a background image, a plurality of pattern streams 21-23 are displayed on the display part 20a and each of these streams is composed of a plurality of kinds of patterns. On the basis of a game ball B winning a prize in the operating part 11, on a main board 50, lottery is performed and on the basis of the result, it is decided whether or not special game state is to be derived. On the basis of a command from the main board 50, on a display control board, patterns are varied. When it is decided that the special game state is to be derived, before finally stopping variable display on the display device 20, the special game state is derived.

Description

Description: BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention
Gaming machine with variable display means
You. 2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a plurality of types of gaming machines have been
A display unit that can variably display patterns etc. in a predetermined arrangement
A pachinko machine equipped with variable display means having
You. In this type of gaming machine, when the fluctuation display on the display unit is stopped
Various game states are derived according to the display symbol (stop symbol)
You. More specifically, stop symbols such as "7""7""7"
When the predetermined jackpot pattern is reached,
Is open and a large number of game balls can be awarded there.
It works. As described above, conventionally, at least the fixed stop is performed.
After the symbol is confirmed by the player, a virtual jackpot
Is caused to occur. Therefore, the player
Pay attention to the display part of the variable display means
I spend a lot of time [0004] However, in practice,
When the stop symbol becomes a predetermined jackpot symbol, or
Or, if the probability of becoming a jackpot pattern is increased (example
For example, reach game state) occurs during the game period
It's just our limited time. Therefore, the player
As a result, the display unit will be noticed more than necessary.
Become monotonous as you play for a long time
There was a fear. The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems.
The purpose of which is to provide a game with variable display means
Machine can dispel the monotonous feeling,
To provide gaming machines that can dramatically improve
And there. Means for Solving the Problems and Effects Thereof
Means effective for achieving the following are shown below. Required
According to the description, the operation and effect will be described. Means 1. Variable table capable of displaying identification information in a variable manner
Display means and a lottery result based on the behavior of the game medium.
To determine whether to derive a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player.
A determining means for determining
If it is determined that the special game state is to be derived at the stage
The variable display on the variable display means is stopped
Derive the special game state before
A gaming machine characterized by the following. [0008] According to the means 1, the variable display means uses the identification information.
The information is changed and displayed. In addition, the behavior of the game medium
The lottery is performed by the judgment means, and based on the result,
It is determined whether to derive a special gaming state advantageous to the player.
It is. By the way, in the means 1, the special game state is determined by the determination means.
If it is determined to derive, the variable display means
Special game letter before the variable display is definitely stopped
State is derived. That is, the display mode of the variable display means
Special game state is suddenly derived without being bound by
It will be. With this derivation, the player
I remember surprise and joy. As a result, a dramatic improvement in interest
Can be achieved. Also, the special game state during the fluctuation display
Focus on variable display means more than necessary
No need, and in some cases, special gaming conditions
I don't know how it will be derived
You can play while playing. As a result, long play
Even if you perform a technique, make it feel like a monotonous feeling like before
You can play without any games. In addition, "gaming media
"Because of the behavior of the game media"
Based on winnings "(hereinafter, in each means,
The same applies). The term “lottery” refers to, for example, a predetermined
The value of the counter updated every time the game is played
Is determined at random due to
In other words, random
(The same applies to each means below.)
Mr). Means 2. Identification information due to the behavior of the game media
Display means that can variably display information and the behavior of game media
Special games that are advantageous to the player based on the result of the lottery caused
Determining means for determining whether or not to derive a state;
Is determined by the means to derive the special game state
In this case, a special game state is actually generated and
In the variable display means, the identification information is fixed and stopped in a specific mode.
A gaming machine configured to display the variable table.
Display means for confirming the identification information in a specific manner
Before deriving the special game state
A gaming machine characterized by the following. [0010] According to the means 2, due to the behavior of the game medium,
In the variable display means, the identification information is variably displayed. Ma
In addition, due to the behavior of the game medium, a lottery
A special game state that is performed and advantageous to the player based on the result
Is determined. And in the judgment means
If it is determined to derive the special game state,
A special game state is actually generated and the variable display
In the step, the identification information is fixedly stopped and displayed in a specific mode.
Can be By the way, in the means 2, the special game state is determined by the determination means.
Variable display even if it is determined to derive
The means for identifying and displaying the identification information in a specific manner by means
Prior to this, a special game state is derived. That is,
Special play without being bound by the display mode of the strange display means
The skill state is suddenly derived. With this derivation
And the player feels unprecedented surprise and joy. That
Therefore, it is possible to dramatically improve interest. Also,
Unnecessary because special game state is derived during fluctuation display
It is not necessary to pay attention to the variable display means
Therefore, I do not know when the special game state is derived
Inside, you can play games while getting excited
You. As a result, even if you play for a long time,
It is possible to play games without having a monotonous feeling
it can. In addition, the player has a special gaming state derived
Unless later, in any specific manner was confirmed stop display
I can't figure out what. For this reason, the player
After the special game state starts, the final stop table in any specific manner
Special games while having fun while being excited
You can enjoy the condition. As a result, special game state
Can further improve the interest in the interior
Wear. Means 3. In deriving the special game state
, To indicate the derivation.
A gaming machine according to the first or second aspect. According to the means 3, when deriving the special game state,
Then, the derivation is suggested. Because of this, suddenly special games
Even if the state is derived, the player does not
You can fully enjoy it without feeling confident or uncomfortable
Wear. Also, in particular, "In derivation of special game state"
In addition, "before the special game state is derived,"
Mental preparation for deriving the special game state
(Joy and attitude), material preparations (eg special play conditions)
Secure the storage of game media to be paid out with derivation
Preparations, etc.) can be performed in advance. further
Is suddenly in a special game state while the player has left
It is difficult for the situation to be derived. The result
As a result, lack of preparation due to sudden derivation of special game state
And the like can be eliminated. Means 4. In the variable display means,
Means 3 is characterized in that it is suggested to come out
Gaming machine. According to the means 4, derivation of the special game state
Is indicated in the variable display means. For this reason,
The technician does not need to pay particular attention to other means.
You can play games as usual. Means 5. The suggestion is separate from the identification information
The feature is that it is performed based on the display of the display target
A gaming machine according to claim 4. According to the means 5, a display pair different from the identification information is displayed.
Based on the display of the elephant, suggestions for deriving the special game state are made.
You. For this reason, the player has a separate
Can be expected to be displayed on the display,
It will add a lot of fun. Means 6. The suggestion is a change table of the identification information
Means characterized in that it is performed based on the shown aspect
The gaming machine according to 4 or 5. According to the means (6), the variable display mode of the identification information
Is suggested based on the special game state. others
Therefore, the player visually recognizes the change display mode of the series of identification information.
While, that is, while playing the game in the same manner as before,
You can recognize suggestions. Therefore, when playing games
It is hard to remember the feeling. [0019] The "variable display mode is the special play mode".
Know that the derivation of the skill state is deterministic or almost deterministic
And the variable display mode is the
It is determined by the determination means that the special game state is given.
Or that it is possible to grasp that
The moving display mode is a mode according to the specific mode or the specific mode.
Be ". Means 7 The suggestion is a pseudo
It is performed based on a simple stop display mode
A gaming machine according to any one of means 4 to 6. According to the means 7, the pseudo stop of the identification information is performed.
Suggestion of special game state derivation is performed based on the display mode.
You. Therefore, the identification information is displayed in the pseudo stop display mode.
If stopped, it will derive a special game state
The player who knows that
You can enjoy it with joy. Also, this pseudo
Is generally unrelated to the special game state
It doesn't appear or isn't usually displayed
If it is something, the game content will be thicker,
It will be more interesting. In addition, "the pseudo stop display mode is
A special stop indication (other than the above specific mode)
Mode "or" the pseudo stop display mode "
Display special identification information that is not normally displayed.
Be a stop display mode based on the Means 8. Identification information due to the behavior of the game media
Display means that can variably display information and the behavior of game media
Special games that are advantageous to the player based on the result of the lottery caused
Determining means for determining whether or not to derive the state;
Normal mode or higher value after the end of special game state
Game mode to give a special mode with
And the result is displayed at least in the variable display means.
In a gaming machine configured to be able to exit,
When it is determined that the special game state is given
Is the game determined by the variable display means.
Prior to deriving the mode result, the special game state
A gaming machine characterized in that it is derived. [0024] According to the means 8, the behavior of the game medium causes
In the variable display means, the identification information is variably displayed. Ma
In addition, due to the behavior of the game medium, a lottery
Special game letters that are played and are advantageous to the player based on the results
It is determined whether to derive the state. In addition, special game letters
After exiting the normal mode,
Code is given. The decided game mode result is
It is derived at least in the variable display means. Therefore,
The player, apart from deriving the special game state,
I am also very interested in trick modes. Well, means 8
Then, it is determined that the special game state is given by the determining means.
Is determined by the variable display means.
Special game state before the game mode result is derived
Is derived. With this derivation, the player
I am not surprised and can dramatically improve my interest
You. Also, before the result of the game mode is derived,
Focus on variable display means more than necessary because the state is derived
You don't need to
With no idea when the result will be derived,
You can play while playing. As a result,
Even if you play time, you will feel the same monotonous feeling as before
The game can be performed without causing the player to play the game. In addition,
It is now clear that the normal mode is derived
When the special game state is derived in the state, you should be happy originally
There was a risk that the game would be boring.
On the other hand, in this means, when the special game state is derived,
If the game mode result is
Enjoy special game conditions while you are excited
Can work. As a result, it is exciting during the special game state
Improve the sense of fun and incomparableness
As a result, it is possible to further improve the interest
it can. Means 9 Identification information due to the behavior of the game media
Display means that can variably display information and the behavior of game media
Special games that are advantageous to the player based on the result of the lottery caused
Determining means for determining whether or not to derive the state;
Is determined by the determination means to derive the special game state.
In the event of a special game state,
The variable information display device identifies the identification information in a specific manner.
A gaming machine configured to display a fixed stop,
Normal mode as the game mode after the end of the special game state
Or special modes that are more valuable.
The game mode, and determine the result at least
The identification information displayed as fixed and stopped on the variable display means.
Is configured to be derivable based on the type of the specific mode,
It is determined by the determination means that the special game state is given.
The variable decision means in the variable display means.
Prior to deriving the game mode result
A game characterized in that a game state is derived.
Machine. According to the means (9), due to the behavior of the game medium,
In the variable display means, the identification information is variably displayed. Ma
In addition, due to the behavior of the game medium, a lottery
Special game letters that are played and are advantageous to the player based on the results
It is determined whether to derive the state. And to the determination means
Is determined to derive the special gaming state
Indicates that a special gaming state is actually generated and
Indicating means for displaying the identification information in a specific manner in a fixed stop
Let me do. Further, in the means 9, after the end of the special game state
As normal game mode or higher
A special mode with a value is given. Decided game
The mode result is confirmed at least in the variable display means
Based on the type of the specific mode of the identification information stopped and displayed
Is derived. Therefore, the player can derive the special game state.
Separately, the game mode to be granted is also fixed and stopped
Great through the type of the specific mode of the displayed identification information
Interested in In addition, the special game state
If it is determined that the information is to be given, the variable display means
Before the determined game mode result is derived.
Because the special game state is derived. With this derivation,
Players are surprised by unprecedented surprises and have a tremendous interest
You can aim up. Also, the game mode result is derived
Special game status is derived before
It is not necessary to pay attention to the variable display means, and
Do not know when the game mode result is derived
Inside, you can play games while getting excited
You. As a result, even if you play for a long time,
It is possible to play games without having a monotonous feeling
it can. Conventionally, normal mode is derived
When the special game state is derived in the state where has become clear,
A game that should be nice is boring
There was a fear. On the other hand, in this means, special game letters
If the game state is derived,
While I do not know if it was, I was thrilled
Can enjoy a special game state. As a result, special game state
The excitement and fun in the interior are in comparison with the past.
Can be raised to an
Can be improved. Means 10. Identification due to the behavior of game media
Variable display means capable of variably displaying information and behavior of game media
Special play that is advantageous to the player based on the result of the lottery caused by
Determining means for determining whether to derive a technique state,
Determined by the determination means to derive the special game state
If it is, a special game state is actually generated,
And specifying the identification information in the variable display device.
A gaming machine configured to display a fixed stop with
Type of the specific mode of the identification information displayed as the fixed stop
Based on the game mode after the end of the special game state.
Mode or special mode with more value
Is provided, and the characteristic is determined by the determination means.
If it is determined that a separate game state is to be given,
Before the identification information is confirmed and stopped, the special play
A gaming machine characterized in that a skill state is derived. According to the means 10, it is caused by the behavior of the game medium.
Then, the identification information is variably displayed on the variable display means.
In addition, due to the behavior of the game medium, the determination means draws a lottery.
Is performed, and based on the result, a special game advantageous to the player is performed.
It is determined whether to derive the state. And determining means
If it is determined to derive the special game state at
Indicates that a special gaming state is actually generated and
Indicating means for displaying the identification information in a specific manner in a fixed stop
Let me do. Furthermore, in the means 10, the special game state ends.
Normal mode or later as the later game mode
Special modes worthwhile are given. Determined play
The result of the trick mode is confirmed at least on the variable display
Based on the type of the specific mode of the identification information displayed at a fixed stop.
Is derived. Therefore, the player is informed of the special game state.
In addition to the exit, the game mode to be granted is also
Large via the type of the specific mode of the identification information displayed
Interest. Furthermore, a special game state is determined by the judgment means
If it is determined that the
Special game state is derived before stop display
You. With this derivation, players will be surprised like never before
Remember, it can dramatically improve your interest. Also,
The type of the specific mode of the identification information displayed as the confirmation stop is clear.
Special game state is derived before it becomes
It is not necessary to pay attention to the variable display means, and
I don't know when the special game state will be derived
So you can play while playing
You. As a result, even if you play for a long time,
It is possible to play games without having a monotonous feeling
it can. Conventionally, normal mode is derived
When the special game state is derived in the state where has become clear,
A game that should be nice is boring
There was a fear. On the other hand, in this means, special game letters
If the status has been derived, the identification information displayed as fixed and stopped
Which type of the specific mode, and thus the result of the game mode
I don't know if it was
You can enjoy the special game state. As a result, special game letters
Excitement and fun in the state compared to before
Can be raised to
A further improvement can be achieved. Means 11. In deriving the special game state
, To indicate the derivation.
A gaming machine according to any one of means 8 to 10. According to the means 11, the special game state is derived.
At this time, the derivation is suggested. Because of this, suddenly special play
Even if the skill state is derived, the player
You can enjoy it without distrust or discomfort
it can. In particular, "In deriving special game state"
Instead, "Derivation of special game state"
If there are any
Equipment (joy and attitude), material preparation (eg special game letters)
Acquisition of game media to be paid out with the derivation of status
Preparations for performing such operations) can be performed in advance. further
Is a special game state suddenly when the player has left
Is unlikely to be derived. That
As a result, the special game state is suddenly derived and
Defects due to feet and the like can be wiped out. Means 12. In the variable display means,
Means 11 characterized by suggesting derivation
The described gaming machine. According to the means 12, the special game state is introduced.
The suggestion of the output is made in the variable display means. For this reason,
The player does not need to be particularly concerned with other means,
You can play games as usual. Means 13 Separate the suggestion from the identification information
The feature is that it is performed based on the display of the display target of
A gaming machine according to claim 12. According to the means 13, a display different from the identification information is provided.
Suggestion of derivation of special game state is performed based on the display of the target
You. For this reason, the player has a separate
Can be expected to be displayed on the display,
It will add a lot of fun. Means 14. The suggestion indicates the fluctuation of the identification information
A hand characterized in that the operation is performed based on the display mode.
14. The gaming machine according to claim 12 or 13. According to the means (14), the variable display state of the identification information
The special game state derivation is suggested based on the state. this
Therefore, the player visually recognizes the change display mode of the series of identification information.
While playing, that is, playing the game in the same manner as before.
One can recognize the suggestions. Therefore, when playing
It is difficult to remember discomfort. In addition, "the variable display mode is the special play mode.
Know that the derivation of the skill state is deterministic or almost deterministic
And the variable display mode is the
It is determined by the determination means that the special game state is given.
Or that it is possible to grasp that
The moving display mode is a mode according to the specific mode or the specific mode.
Be ". Means 15. Pseudo the suggestion to the identification information
Is performed based on a typical stop display mode
A gaming machine according to any one of means 12 to 14. According to the means 15, the pseudo stop of the identification information is performed.
Suggestion of special game state derivation is performed based on the stop display mode
You. Therefore, the identification information is displayed in the pseudo stop display mode.
If stopped, it will derive a special game state
The player who knows that
You can enjoy it with joy. Also, this pseudo
Is generally unrelated to the special game state
It doesn't appear or isn't usually displayed
If it is something, the game content will be thicker,
It will be more interesting. It should be noted that "the pseudo stop display mode is
A special stop indication (other than the above specific mode)
Mode "or" the pseudo stop display mode "
Display special identification information that is not normally displayed.
Be a stop display mode based on the Means 16. During the special game state,
That effects related to the results of the
A gaming machine according to any one of features 8 to 15, wherein: Means 17. During the special game state,
Perform an effect related to the result of the
By the type of the specific mode of the identification information or the game mode
Game state according to the timing when the result is derived
The special mode is given as a game mode after the end
Means for changing the probability of being executed
A gaming machine according to any one of 8 to 15. Means 18. The special mode is a normal mode
The special game state based on the lottery result
Probability variation mode with increased probability of being determined to be derived
Means 1 characterized in that it includes (high probability mode)
18. A gaming machine according to any one of claims 17 to 17. Means 19. The special mode is a normal mode
When the decrease rate of game media due to game continuation is smaller than
Means 1 to which are characterized by including a time shortening mode
19. The gaming machine according to any one of 18. In addition, time reduction mode
As a specific example, the opportunity to pay out game media will increase.
And that the change time of the identification information of the variable display device is short.
No. Means 20. Means 1 to 19
And the gaming machine is a pachinko gaming machine. Among them,
The basic configuration of a dick machine is equipped with an operation handle.
The game ball according to the operation of the steering wheel.
Fired in the game area and the game ball is placed at a predetermined position in the game area
Internally as a requirement of winning
A lottery is performed and the variable display means displays
Identification information may be stopped after a predetermined time.
You. Also, depending on the lottery result, a special game state may occur
When a special game state occurs, it is placed at a predetermined position in the game area.
The placed variable winning device is opened in a predetermined manner and
Can be won, and the value (prize) according to the winning number
(Including writing to magnetic cards as well as balls)
Is given. BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION A pachinko game will be described below as a gaming machine.
Technical machines (hereinafter simply referred to as “pachinko machines”)
An embodiment will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 1 has an outer frame.
2 and a front frame 3 provided at a front portion thereof.
The front frame 3 is mounted on one side of the outer frame 2 so as to be openable and closable.
You. On the front side of the front frame 3, a glass door frame 4 can be opened and closed freely.
Provided, and on the lower side of the glass door frame 4
The upper plate 5 for storing the game balls B (see FIG. 2) is the upper plate.
5 to store the game ball B at the lower position.
Lower plates 6 are provided respectively. An operator's hand is located on the side of the lower plate 6 on the front side of the front frame 3.
A handle 7 is provided as a step, and the handle 7
It is connected to a game ball launching device (not shown). Also before
On the rear side of the face frame 3 (the back of the glass door frame 4 and the inside of the outer frame 2)
The game board 8 (see FIG. 2) is detachably mounted.
The game ball launching device is directed toward the upper part of the game board 8.
Fire game ball B. In addition, the game ball launching device
It is controlled by the control board 140 (see FIG. 3). Further, inside the front frame 3 (side of the upper plate 5)
Plays various sound effects as the game progresses,
Speaker 9 for notifying the player of the game state by voice
Is established. Note that the speaker 9 is provided on the sound control board 13.
0 (see FIG. 3). Now, as shown in FIG. 2, the game board 8 has
An inner rail 10a and an outer rail 10b are provided,
The game ball B fired by the game ball launching device is an inner ball.
Of the game board 8 along the rule 10a and the outer rail 10b
Will be guided to. The lower part of the game board 8 has an operating port 11 and a large entrance.
A prize mouth 12 is provided. The operating port 11 is for the game ball B
A passage is provided, and a blade 13 is opened at the entrance of the passage.
It is supported so that it can be closed. Seesaw behind deep winning opening 12
-14 is provided, and on the right side of the
15 and a prize passage 16 is provided on the left side.
Yes (may be reversed). In other words, the game is
When the ball B wins, this game ball B is played by the seesaw 14.
To either the V zone 15 or the winning passage 16
In the V zone 15 or the winning passage 16
It is configured to be derived through either. In front of the special winning opening 12, a special winning opening 12 is provided.
A shutter 17 that opens and closes is provided. Shutter 17
Is a special winning opening solenoid located on the side of the special winning opening 12.
Actuated by the computer 18. For details,
When the solenoid 18 is energized, the shutter 17
Is tilted substantially horizontally, and the special winning opening 12 is opened. Also, Oiri
When the prize hole solenoid 18 is de-energized,
The shutter 17 is in a substantially vertical state, and the special winning opening 12 is closed.
It is supposed to be. Further, on one side of the special winning opening 12,
A saw solenoid 19 is provided. Usually seesaw
Solenoid 19 is in a non-excited state.
Seesaw 14 in the inclined state toward V zone 15
State. That is, the game ball B passes through the V zone 15.
The inclination is like passing through. Also for seesaw
When the solenoid 19 is excited, the seesaw
14 is a tilt that allows the game ball B to pass through the prize passage 16.
It becomes. In this embodiment, the shutter 17 is opened.
At least one game ball B has passed V zone 15
In this case, the seesaw solenoid 19 is in the excited state.
When the shutter 17 is closed, the seesaw
The solenoid 19 is configured to be in a non-excited state.
You. In the center of the game board 8, variable display means are provided.
Special symbol display device 20 is incorporated. Special drawing
The pattern display device 20 is a liquid crystal display (LCD).
Display unit 20a, and can display a plurality of symbol rows
And In the present embodiment, as these symbol rows
Is the left symbol row 21, middle symbol row 22, and right symbol row 23
(See FIG. 5 (a)).
See). However, it is not limited to three symbol rows,
A symbol row may be displayed. Further, the display unit 2 of the special symbol display device 20
In 0a, based on the winning of the operating ball 11 of the game ball B,
Symbol variation display of each symbol row 21 to 23 (in this embodiment,
In such a case, a scroll fluctuation display is performed.
Has become. Also, during this fluctuation display, a new game ball B
When the winning opening 11 is won, the fluctuation display for that
After the end of the variable display being performed at that time,
It has become. In other words, the variable display waits (holds)
The Rukoto. The maximum number of floating impressions that are held is
It is determined for each pachinko machine type, but in this embodiment
In, the maximum number of suspensions is set to four. However,
The maximum number of stays is not limited to this. Above the display section 20a, as described above,
Light-emitting diode (LE
D) Hold lamps 24a, 24b, 24c, 24
d is incorporated. Number of hold lamps 24a to 24d
Is the same as the maximum number of reservations described above (4 in this case).
ing. The holding lamps 24a to 24d are used to hold the variable display.
Lights for each stay, and displays a variable display corresponding to the hold.
It is turned off with the line. At the top of the special symbol display device 20, a normal
A pattern display device 31 is also provided. Ordinary symbol display device 3
1 is a set of four light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
7-segment consisting of a lamp 32 and an LED that is a normal symbol display
And a display unit 33. Also, special symbol display device 2
A pair of passing gates 34 is provided on both left and right sides of 0.
When the game ball B passes through the passing gate 34,
The configuration is such that the symbol display device 31 operates.
The normal symbol display device 31 in the present embodiment is “0”.
7 to seg display section 33
To display a segment. The number is a predetermined value (this implementation
When stopped at “7” in the embodiment), the blade of the operating port 11
13 is opened for a predetermined number of seconds. Normal pattern
The display device 31 indicates the number of times the game ball B has passed through the pass gate 34.
Can be stored up to four times.
Displays the number of holds. Therefore, four holding lamps 32
In the state of being lit, the game ball B passes through the passage gate 34
Is not counted. In addition,
As long as the lamp 32 is lit, the game ball B is
Even if you don't pass through 4, you can change the number of times according to the number of holds
The indicating device 31 operates. Further, the pachinko machine 1 is provided with
Various effects lamps (not shown) for enhancing the performance
And an electric decoration member are attached. These production lamps
Lighting of lamps and illumination members (hereinafter simply referred to as "lamp")
The state (lights off, lights up, blinks, etc.) depends on the progress of the game
It can be changed. These lamps are
It is controlled by the lamp control board 120 (see FIG. 3). In addition, the game board 8 is provided according to the operation of the player.
To detect the changing gaming state of the pachinko machine 1
Loose switch 40, working port switch 41, V zone
Switch 42 and count switch 43
It is attached. The through switch 40 is used to pass through the game ball B.
This is to detect the passage of the over-gate 34,
The switch 41 detects the winning of the game ball B to the operating port 11.
The switch 42 for the V zone is
Detects winning in the V zone 15 of the special winning opening 12
The count switch 43 is used to enter the game ball B
This is to detect a winning in the prize mouth 12. In the present embodiment, each switch 40
Based on the detection results of ~ 43, each solenoid 18, 19,
Special symbol display device 20 (display unit 20a), each holding lamp
24a to 24d, speaker 9, ordinary symbol display device 31
(Holding lamp 32 and 7-segment display unit 33), blades 13, etc.
(Main board) 50 for controlling the drive of
Is provided. The main board 50 is used for controlling the main control.
Read-only memory (ROM), reach
Central processing that constitutes state generating means, special game state generating means, etc.
Processor (CPU), random access memory (RAM)
Etc. are provided. The ROM stores a predetermined control program and initial
The data is stored in advance, and the CPU executes the ROM control program.
Various arithmetic processes are executed according to the gram and the like. RAM is C
The result of the PU calculation is stored in the symbol random number buffer and symbol random number area.
A. Temporarily store in a stopped symbol area or the like. The main group
The board 50 is a board box (not shown) on the back side of the pachinko machine 1.
It is mounted in a sealed state. The RAM stores a special game state described later.
Random count to determine the occurrence of a large jackpot condition
It is also equipped with This random number counter performs random number update processing.
As a result, within a predetermined range (for example, “0” to “299”),
For example, it is updated by one count every 2 ms. This implementation
In the embodiment, the game ball B wins the operation port 11, and
When detected by the opening switch 41 (the maximum number of times
Excluding several hours), the value of the random number counter is a predetermined jackpot
If the value is, for example, "7", the jackpot is determined.
The jackpot state is derived. The above CPU, ROM and RAM are
They are connected to each other through the in. FIG. 3 block diagram
As shown in FIG.
Interface 50a, and interface 5
0a is a display control board via a connector, a cable, etc.
110 connected to the interface 61 and other devices
I have. The interface 50a includes a connector and
Various sensors such as working port switch 41 via cable etc.
It is connected to the. That is, the main board 50 is
Win a prize from the switch 41 etc. via the interface 50a
While inputting signals, etc., the interface 50a
Display control board 110 and other input / output devices (other control
Outputs various operation commands such as control data to the board (including the board)
And various actuators such as solenoids and control
Control the board. In the present embodiment, the special symbol display device
Various display controls on the display unit 20a of the device 20 are mainly performed.
Not a main board 50 that controls, but mainly a special symbol display
As performed on the display control board 110 of the device 20
It is configured. The display control board 110 is a special figure.
It is in a state of being incorporated in the pattern display device 20. Further, in the present embodiment, various types
Regarding the lighting and blinking control of the lamp (for production)
Is performed in the lamp control board 120 and the speaker 9
The control of voices emitted from
This is performed on the control board 130. In addition, the game ball launch
Regarding the launch control of the game ball B in the device, the main board 5
0, as done in launch control board 140
Configuration. Here, the table in this embodiment is mainly used.
The electrical configuration of the display control board 110 that performs display control
A description will be given with reference to the block diagram of FIG. It is shown in the figure
Thus, the display control board 110 is sent from the main board 50.
An interface 61 for sequentially receiving incoming commands;
A control program stored in a program ROM 62;
Based on various information, various game states (normal fluctuation and
Display image displayed in the direction of チ
C which constitutes the reach production means which generates the screen configuration information of C
Temporarily stores the processing results and the like in the PU 63 and the CPU 63
Work RAM 64 and the screen generated by the CPU 63
A video RAM 65 for storing configuration information, and a video RAM
65 based on the screen configuration information stored in the
Extracts image data from OM66 and displays the data on screen
Table in various game states by writing to configuration information
And a VDP 67 for generating a display image. And
The generated display image is displayed on a display unit (liquid crystal display) 20.
output to a. The interface 61 is provided from the main board 50
Receives a transmitted command (command). Also,
These commands are sent to the work RAM 6 by the CPU 63.
4 is stored in the command buffer area 64a provided in
You. The CPU 63 stores the program in the program ROM 62.
It operates according to the stored control program. Specifically
Monitors the command and responds to the command.
A work is generated and stored in the work RAM 64. That task
Is executed, various game states are stored in the work RAM 64.
(Normal fluctuation, reach production, jackpot announcement, etc.)
Generate screen configuration information for the displayed image to be displayed, and
The configuration information is written to the video RAM 65. Screen configuration
Information is displayed by vertical operation of the display unit (liquid crystal display) 20a.
It is generated for each signal (VSYNC). The work RAM 64 receives the
The command buffer area 6 for storing commands
4a, a task bar in which generated tasks are stored.
Buffer area 64b and image configuration information (during normal fluctuation or
Instruction of the design image at the time of the switch state, its arrangement position and display priority
To write the order etc.) all together in the video RAM 65
The sprite chain area 64c where various information is stored is
Is set. The video RAM 65 stores the image configuration information.
In addition to the storage of the display image generated by the VDP 67,
This is a memory for storing data. Video RAM 65
Is a display image of one screen displayed on the display unit 20a.
Frame memory 65, which is a storage area for storing data
a and a second frame memory 65b are provided.
Image composition information generated by PU 63 and VDP 67
The data of the displayed image can be stored alternately.
The configuration is as follows. The image data ROM 66 is stored in the display section 20a.
Stores various image data such as displayed symbols and background images
Memory. The image data includes a pattern or background image
For example, determined the shape, size, pattern, color scheme, color tone, etc.
Contains various information necessary to generate patterns, background images, etc.
It is rare. The VDP 67 performs image generation processing of a display image.
An image data processor to perform. That is, VDP67
Is based on the image configuration information stored in the video RAM 65.
The image data stored in the image data ROM 66.
And reads the information contained in the image data into the image.
By writing to the image configuration information, it is displayed on the display unit 20a.
Generate possible display images. And the generated display image
Is output to the display unit 20a. More specifically, as shown in FIG.
P67 includes various commands sent from the CPU 63 and
An interface 67a for receiving data;
Based on various commands and data sent from the face 67a.
The image configuration information stored in the video RAM 65.
And generates a display image based on the image configuration information
The image generation unit 67b stores the color information of the display image.
And a pallet RAM 67c. Various commands from the interface 67a
The image generation unit 67b receiving the data and the data
M65 first frame memory 65a or second frame memory
The image configuration information stored in the memory 65b is read. That
An image is read from the image data ROM 66 based on the image configuration information.
Read data and read various information contained in the image data
Is written in the image configuration information. At the same time, the image data
From the palette RAM 67c.
Then, the information is written in the image configuration information. This allows color
A display image with a color scheme based on the information is generated. At the same time, the image generation section 67b
The first frame memory 65a or the second
Display image data stored in the frame memory 65b.
Data is read out and displayed on the display (liquid crystal display) 20a.
Power. At this time, the display image data is output as RGB signals.
The color tone (color, saturation, brightness,
Display (liquid crystal display)
(Display) 20a. In addition, the display image
Data is output and no data is stored in the first file.
In the frame memory 65a or the second frame memory 65b
Is written with new image configuration information. In addition, image raw
The display image generated by the component 67b includes a design and a spine.
It is composed of multiple layers for scenery images, etc.
These are superimposed and generated as a display image for one screen.
I have. The pallet RAM 67c stores a plurality of types of colors.
-Hold multiple types of color palettes with information
Color according to the color information contained in the image data
The palette is provided to the image generation section 67b. here
To give a color palette means, for example, that the palette R
Storage address of color palette stored in AM67c
Is given to the image generation unit 67b. What
The color information includes primary colors such as red (R) and green
(G), blue (B) combination of basic color information
It is determined by agreement. Here, the display unit 2 of the special symbol display device 20
0a, the structure of a display image displayed during a game state or the like.
In addition to specifically explaining the configuration,
Based on the jackpot state, reach state, off state, etc.
explain. As shown in FIG. 6A, a special symbol display device
A background image (not shown) is displayed on the display unit 20a of the device 20.
And each of the symbol rows 21 to 23 is positioned in front of the
Is displayed. Each pattern row 21-23
As shown in FIG. 5 and FIG.
Symbols 70A to 70H and individual symbols as individual identification information
70I. Excluding the off pattern 70I
Each of the symbols 70A to 70H is the number of “1” to “8”, respectively.
It is composed of characters (of course, various patterns, various sentences
Characters, or numbers and letters combined with various patterns
May be used as a symbol). These patterns 70A ~
70H is basically for the left and middle symbol rows 21 and 22
Are arranged in ascending order, and the right symbol row 23 is arranged in descending order.
(Except in the case of “full rotation reach” described later)
H). These symbols 70A to 70H are special game symbols and
Jackpot design, outreach design and outfit design
It can be shifted (these will be described later). Further, the off symbol 70I is, for example, a “star”.
Mark 70A-70
It is arranged between H. Further, the off symbol 70I is
As the name suggests, it does not become a jackpot pattern,
Can only be a pattern. In each of the symbol rows 21 to 23,
Symbols 70A to 70I move from top to bottom
It is displayed as if it were a lion. In addition, in each symbol row 21-23
Here, the arrangement order of the symbols 70A to 70I is randomly changed.
Further change display, and the number of symbols 70A to 70I
Increase or decrease, same as one symbol row, for example, left symbol row 21
A plurality of symbols such as the symbol 70A are displayed, and the symbol 70A
変 動 70I fluctuation display mode such as scroll fluctuation display and difference
The change display may be changed as appropriate. Now, as shown in FIG.
70 in each of the symbol columns 21 to 23 which are displayed in a variable manner
A to 70I are the hits of the display unit 20a after a predetermined time has elapsed.
Is stopped and displayed on the lines L1 to L5. At this time,
One out of the hit design, the out-reach design, and the out-of-design
After being selected, stop on the jackpot lines L1 to L5.
Is displayed. In addition, a stop symbol is each symbol row 21-2
Symbol 3 is displayed when it stops changing symbols
It is. Also, in the present embodiment, the symbol change is the left symbol
Stop in the order of row 21, right symbol row 23, middle symbol row 22
It is. Next, as a special game state advantageous to the player,
Will be described. FIGS. 6B and 6C
Is a large for determining the jackpot state on the display unit 20a.
It is a figure showing a screen which displayed a hit symbol. The same figure
Also, the background image is omitted for convenience. In the present embodiment, once a big hit state occurs
After being born, after opening the special winning opening 12, (1) the game ball B becomes large
Win 10 prizes in winning opening 12, (2) about 29.5 seconds
Elapses, when one of the conditions is met
At this point, the special winning opening 12 is closed. Opening of this special winning opening 12
The closed cycle is subject to winning of the game ball B in the V zone 15
Repeat a maximum number of times (for example, 16 times: 16 rounds)
Will be returned. The conventional jackpot symbol is a normal game state.
After reaching the reach play state (reach state),
A special jackpot as a special game state
It was a design for me. For details, confirm that all symbol rows
The symbol combination displayed when it is stopped regularly
Is a predetermined jackpot combination, that is,
When one type of symbol is lined up along the jackpot line
May be a combination of the same symbols. Make up this combination
The pattern to be played is a "big hit", and the big hit
After the confirmation stop display, the jackpot state was derived. On the other hand, in this embodiment, the jackpot
The jackpot status is derived before the symbol is stopped.
It is configured to be. The jackpot design is large
Confirmation stop display is displayed after the end of the hit state.
Players will not be notified until the end of the jackpot
It has become. In other words, the change of all the symbol rows 21 to 23 is performed.
Is displayed when motion is stopped (fixed stop display).
The combination of the symbols 70A to 70H
Winning combination, that is, the same type of symbols 70A-7
When 0H is lined up along the jackpot lines L1 to L5
May be a combination of the same symbols 70A to 70H.
The symbol that constitutes this combination must be a “big hit symbol”
There is no change. However, in this embodiment, the large
The winning symbol is displayed only after the big hit condition
(These points are not
Will be described later). In this embodiment, the upper, middle, and lower horizontal lines L
1, L2, L3 and two oblique lines L4, L5.
Jackpot lines L1 to L5 are configured (5 lanes).
In). For example, in FIG.
In the Inn L1, "7", "7" and "7" symbols 70G
Is stopped and displayed, and in FIG.
In L5, "5""5""5" pattern 70E is aligned
Has been stopped). The reach state is a stage before the jackpot.
State (of course does not reach jackpot)
In some cases). As shown in FIG.
The symbol fluctuation of the symbol row 23 is left on the jackpot line
A state of stopping at the same type of symbol as the stopped symbol in the symbol row 21
Is included. In the above reach state, the figure of the middle symbol row 22
The pattern change is the stop diagram of both the left and right symbol rows 21 and 23 finally
Stop at the same type of pattern as the pattern (big hit pattern) and hit
In addition to the ones that are in a different state,
Stopped at "missing reach design") and hit the jackpot
Is not (hereinafter referred to as "out-of-reach state")
included. Further, the symbol fluctuation of the middle symbol row 22 temporarily stops.
After stopping (there is no need to stop), all the symbol rows are changed
Moving (also called "full rotation reach")
It may be included. In this embodiment, full rotation
By eliciting the reach, the player can
The derivation can be foreseen and grasped. In the reach state, the reach
As the turn, the symbols 70A to 70H in the middle symbol row 22
In addition to scrolling "normal reach", various
Reach pattern is set. These reach putters
Of reach patterns other than "Normal reach"
Is what is called “super reach”
You. When the “Super Reach” operation starts,
A big hit condition occurs compared to the case of "Normal reach".
The expected value (big hit expected value) to be generated has become higher
ing. In “Super Reach”,
The jackpot expectation value differs depending on the
It may be that it is. Also, "Super Reach"
"Special Reach" with higher expected jackpot than
Reach pattern called "Premium Reach" is available
You may do it. In this embodiment, five lines are used.
Due to the circumstances, when the reach state occurs,
Thus, the following two embodiments can be cited. First,
As shown in FIG. 7A, one of the upper, middle, lower,
Reach state occurs at the strip line (horizontal line) L1-L3
(Reach state at the big hit line L2 in the figure)
The state in which the occurrence has occurred is shown below.
Is referred to as “single reach”). Second, figure
As shown in FIG. 7 (b), two oblique jackpot lines
(Cross line) When reach state occurs at L4, L5
(Hereinafter, this embodiment is referred to as “twin reach”).
You. In the present embodiment, the game mode
Mode as the normal mode and stochastic fluctuation mode as the special mode.
Mode (= high-probability mode; hereafter referred to as “probable mode”)
Are prepared. That is, for example, 1/300
A jackpot game state with a relatively low probability of
Normal mode, with a high probability of 1/60 which is five times that of normal mode
There is a probability change mode for generating a jackpot game state. Generally, as a concept of the probability change mode,
Is the probability that “7” is displayed on the 7-segment display unit 33
And the blades 13 of the working port 11 are opened.
(2) 7-segment display 33
(3) opening the blade 13
Prolong the release time (and / or increase the number of winnings)
That), (4) display portion 20a of special symbol display device 20
Shortening the fluctuation time of the symbols 70A to 17I, (5)
The jackpot probability is higher than in normal mode.
However, in the probability change mode in the present embodiment,
Is executed for all of (1) to (5). In the present embodiment, the power of the pachinko machine 1 is turned on.
When entering, the normal mode is set as the game mode.
It is. After that, when the jackpot is determined,
Either partially variable mode or normal mode is selected.
You. More specifically, in this embodiment, the jackpot is determined.
Symbols 70A to 70 that are selected and determined internally when they are performed
H (big hit symbol) is an odd number ("1", "3", "5",
In the case of “7”), the probable change mode is determined as the game mode.
The jackpot symbols are even numbers ("2", "4",
In the case of "6", "8"), the game after the end of the jackpot state
The normal mode is determined as the mode. However, in the present embodiment,
Before the jackpot symbol is stopped,
It is configured so that the slip state is derived. Also large
The winning symbol will be displayed after the jackpot has been completed.
Until the end of the jackpot state
Will not be notified. Because of this, the player
Is a fixed play until the jackpot condition ends.
The technique mode cannot be grasped. Next, the pachinko machine constructed as described above.
1 will be described. First, the detection signal from the working port switch 41 is
The main basis is that the game ball B has won the working port 11 based on the
Control processing when recognized by plate 50 will be described.
I do. The main board 50 wins the game ball B in the operating port 11.
When the main board 5 detects that the
0 indicates the corresponding holding lamps 24a to 24d (for example,
Up to two holding lamps 24a and 24b
If the lamp is on, the third hold lamp 2
4c) is turned on, and the value of the hold counter is incremented by “1”.
To increment. However, the holding lamps 24a to 24d are all
If they are lit, they are excluded. The main board 50 has an internal random number counter,
Jackpot symbol counter, out reach symbol counter, out
Store the value of each counter such as symbol counter in each random number area
I do. And the corresponding suspension at a predetermined timing
While turning off the lamps 24a to 24d,
Decrement the value of the data stored in each area, etc.
The symbol variation is executed based on the data. At this time, the main substrate 50 moves
The command as a command is displayed on the special symbol display device 20 in the table.
Indicator control board 110, lamp control board 120, sound
It is output (transmitted) to the voice control board 130 and the like. Well,
The command includes (1) a symbol 7 after a predetermined time from the start of fluctuation.
0A to 70I to confirm and display time information
Pattern consisting of fluctuation patterns typified by
Information and (2) any pattern 70A-70I
Symbol information indicating whether or not to perform regular display is included. Where the figure
As the pattern information, the jackpot pattern, the off-reach pattern, off
Symbols, which are the internal random number counters described above,
Jackpot symbol counter, out reach symbol counter, out
It is determined based on a symbol counter or the like. The above command in the present embodiment is 2
It has a byte configuration, and the display control board is continuously and sequentially
110 and so on. Command consisting of 2 bytes
The first byte of the code contains any information from now on.
Composed of keyword information indicating whether or not
Have been. The last one byte is in the specific instruction.
Constructed by content information such as pattern code
Have been. For example, in this embodiment, first,
Is the pattern information. This place
In this case, the first byte is the pattern information (time information and
And suggest a fluctuation pattern)
The second byte is “00”, “0”
1 ”and the like. This
Here, pattern code information such as “00” and “01” is
For example, the change time of the symbol is set to "10 seconds", or
Set "30 seconds" or "Until the jackpot state ends"
(Based on the detection results of various sensors, switches, etc.)
Time information suggesting content such as
The variation pattern (or any of the variation patterns)
Information that suggests a fluctuation pattern, such as
You. Next, the symbol information is transmitted. You
That is, as shown in the present embodiment, three of the order of left → right → middle
When the symbols in the symbol rows 21 to 23 are determined
Is the second transmitted command following the pattern information.
The first byte is the left as the command information
Keyword information that the symbol information of the symbol column 21 is transmitted
The second byte is the symbol that is confirmed and displayed.
It consists of suggested pattern code information. Ma
Also, as the symbol information that is the third command sent,
In the first byte, the symbol information of the right symbol column 23 will be transmitted from now on
The second byte
Is the pattern code information that indicates the symbol to be displayed
It consists of. At the same time,
The first byte is the middle of the symbol information
Keyword information that the symbol information of the symbol column 22 is transmitted
The second byte is the symbol that is confirmed and displayed.
It consists of suggested pattern code information. This
Like, three display information about the confirmed symbol is continued
Sent to. That is, in one symbol change, 2
Data consisting of byte structure is transmitted one byte at a time.
As a result, a total of 8 (1 × 2 + 3 × 2) data transmissions
Will be performed. In the above embodiment, the left, right, and middle
The symbol information corresponding to each of the symbol columns 21 to 23 is transmitted.
Is displayed, for example, eight symbols are confirmed and displayed
If necessary, 1 × 2 + 8 × 2 = 18 times of data
Changed the number of symbols as required, such as when transmission is performed
It can be applied even in the case. In this embodiment, the command (one group)
Command) is only for the display control board 110
The same applies to the lamp control board 120 and the voice control board 130.
Output (exactly in the strict sense)
Not necessarily at the same time). Of course, the frame output at this time is
Commands correspond to commands output to the display control board 110.
It is desirable that the response is
You don't have to.) On the other hand, regarding pattern fluctuation
A group of commands (sent during one symbol change)
The display control board 110 receiving the data group)
Display images to be displayed on the display unit 20a of the display device 20 are sequentially
Generate. Further, the display control board 110
Start changing the pattern based on the
Until then, various effects based on the fluctuation pattern
Do. As the production, for example, reach production, jackpot
Suggested productions, jackpot productions and the like are mainly mentioned. That is, of the above commands, the pattern
Based on the information, the CPU 63 of the display control board 110
Table, taking into account the
Select and determine a fixed pattern, and
Direction based on turn, from the start of fluctuation to the confirmation display
During this time, it is executed for the time of the separately set time data.
Further thereafter, the CPU on the main substrate 50 side has the CPU itself.
Based on detection signals from timers, various sensors, switches, etc.
At a predetermined timing, the display control board 110
Output a confirmation command. On the other hand, the CPU 63 of the display control board 110
After a predetermined time from the temporary stop (time information
At the time of completion of the fluctuation based on the symbol information)
The fixed symbol is stopped. At this time, as a result
Synchronized with the output confirmation command, the symbol is determined and stopped.
Will be shown. Similarly, the lamp control board 12
0, each CPU of the voice control board 130 also
, The lamp effect and the sound effect are fixedly stopped. In this embodiment, the variation pattern is
Regarding productions other than reach productions,
The control is performed after being incorporated in the fluctuation pattern information.
Productions other than reach production include slip fluctuation, re- fluctuation,
Reach notice, super reach notice, jackpot notice, bonus
Productions such as dramatic productions. Here, "notice"
There is a certain game state is easily generated by the effect
It is good if it can be suggested that it will become
That the occurrence rate of the predetermined gaming state will be affected
Even if the predetermined gaming state may not occur
No problem (suggestion). Thus, in the present embodiment,
The main control is controlled by the main board 50,
Display control board 110, etc., based on a command from
Display control and the like are governed by this. this
Thereby, the burden on the main substrate 50 is reduced. In addition,
As described above, in the present embodiment, the jackpot state is
If it is issued, the symbol is confirmed at the end of the jackpot state
A fixed command is actually output because a fixed stop is displayed.
This occurs a long time after the start of fluctuations.
And Next, on the main board 50,
Is determined and the jackpot is derived
On the main board 50 and the display control board 110
The processing performed is described. The main board 50 goes to the display control board 110.
If the command entered is a command related to the jackpot
CPU 63 of the display control board 110
The fluctuation of the patterns 70A to 70I of the pattern rows 21 to 23 is started.
After a predetermined time has passed since the start of fluctuation,
The pattern row 21 is stopped at predetermined symbols 70A to 70I, and the next
Stop right symbol row 23 at predetermined symbols 70A to 70I
Let it. After this timing, the CPU 63
Performs the following jackpot suggestion control. This embodiment
Then, as a jackpot suggestion, the following four suggestion methods
One suggestion that is provided and selected from them
Suggestion control is performed after the method is adopted. In addition, below
In the cases of (1) and (2), the figure of the right symbol row 23
The patterns 70A to 70I have the same pattern 70 as the left pattern row 21.
Stop at A ~ 70I (except for the off symbol 70I)
You. At this point (the middle symbol row 22 is still fluctuating), reach
A condition occurs. (1) Special display pair on display unit 20a
Suggestion by Elephant Display As shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B, a reach state occurs.
Shortly after or after a predetermined time has elapsed, the display unit 2
At 0a, a display is made as if a golden fish school GC crosses.
Of course, it is not limited to the school of fish GC.
Characters and the like may be displayed. Alternatively,
It is also possible to display other display objects other than
No. (2) Full rotation reach on the display unit 20a
As shown in FIG. 9 (a), after the reach state occurs,
After performing the regular reach production, the figure of all symbol rows 21 to 23
Patterns are aligned and displayed, and variable display is performed for each frame. This and
In order to improve the visibility, the off symbol 70I is omitted.
And displayed on the jackpot line L2 in the middle.
Measures such as coloring the patterns 70A to 70H may be taken.
No. (3) Display of a specific symbol on the display section 20a
(Pseudo) stop indication suggestion As shown in FIG. 10 (a), the middle jackpot line L2
Stop and display a specific symbol combination that is predetermined above
You. In the present embodiment, for example, the features of “3”, “4”, “1”
The fixed number, ie, the symbol 70 of “3” in the left symbol row 21
C is the middle symbol row 22 and the symbol 70D of “4” is the right symbol row.
23, the symbol 70A of "1" is pseudo stop-displayed. (4) Pseudo special symbols on the display section 20a
As shown in FIG. 10B, the middle jackpot line L2
Stops special symbols that are not normally set
Let In the present embodiment, for example, “large”, “this”, “ri”
Special result, that is, special figure of "Large" in left symbol row 21
The special symbol “This” is in the middle symbol column 22 and the right symbol column 2
A special symbol "RI" is stopped and displayed in a pseudo manner in FIG. The CPU 63 selects one of the above.
Immediately after the jackpot suggestion is made, the C
The PU activates the special winning opening solenoid 18 in an excited state,
Open the prize mouth 12 and generate the above jackpot
You. In other words, after the opening of the special winning opening 12, the game ball B receives the special winning.
Win 10 prizes in prize mouth 12, or about 29.5 seconds elapse
At the time of winning, the special winning opening 12 is closed,
The opening and closing cycle of 12 enters the game ball B into the V zone 15
A maximum of a predetermined number of times (for example, 16 times: 16 rounds) based on the prize
C) repeated. Then, after the end of the jackpot state, the display
The CPU 63 of the control board 110
The symbols 70A to 70I are determined and stopped (see FIG. 6).
(See (b) and (c)). The CPU of the main board 50 itself
Based on a timer provided by or from various sensors
Compatible with final stop display timing based on detection signal
At the timing, the display control board 110 is
Output the password. At this time, the symbol 70 displayed as the fixed stop is displayed.
A-70H (big hit symbol) is an odd number ("1", "3",
In the case of “5”, “7”), the game mode
Mode is determined and the jackpot symbol is even
("2", "4", "6", "8")
The normal mode is determined as the game mode of. sand
In other words, the player makes the final stop table after the jackpot state ends.
For the first time, the game mode for the next game
It becomes possible to grasp. As described in detail above, according to the present embodiment,
If a decision is made to derive a jackpot,
However, the symbols 70A to 70I are predetermined on the display unit 20a.
Before the jackpot symbol is confirmed and displayed
The special winning opening 12 is opened and the jackpot state is derived
You. In other words, the symbol that has been confirmed and stopped is a double-eye or the like.
What is the conventional technology that the jackpot state was derived in the case of
Differently, the display mode of the symbol on the display unit 20a is restricted.
Without that, the jackpot state is suddenly derived.
With this derivation, players will be surprised and delighted as never before
Remember Therefore, it is possible to dramatically improve interest
it can. Also, the jackpot state is derived during the fluctuation display.
It is not necessary to watch the display unit 20a more than necessary.
And, in some cases, the jackpot situation
While I do not know whether it will be, play while excited
Can perform tricks. As a result, a long game
Even without playing the traditional monotonous feeling
Can be performed. Further, the player has finished the jackpot state.
After that, it was actually a jackpot with any symbol
I can't figure out what. For this reason, the player
After starting the jackpot state, you can see what the jackpot symbol is.
Enjoy the jackpot while having fun
Can be. For example, some players
Regardless of the value of the game mode, etc.
I want the symbol corresponding to the number to become a jackpot symbol
Some people wish. For such players, the jackpot
That can enhance the excitement during
And, as a result, even greater breakthrough during the jackpot situation
It is possible to improve the entertainment. At the time when the jackpot state is derived,
Is the game mode after the jackpot
The player does not know. Note that in the past,
After displaying the pattern fixed stop, let the jackpot state be derived,
Some perform lottery effects on the display after the end of the jackpot
Not without. However, such an effect was performed
Even if the
Presence or absence of probable change mode is grasped in advance and lottery
There was a risk that the significance of performing would be lost. This
In the case of, the player such as whether or not the probable change mode is given
Thrilled about matters that are important to
Opportunities are lost, which in turn leads to lower interest
There was. In contrast, in the present embodiment, the jackpot
At the time when the state is derived, the jackpot symbol is fixed and stopped
It is not shown, and the game mode after the jackpot
No suggestion has been made and the game mode
Players do not know if there is. Therefore,
Large with excitement while holding a feeling of waiting and anxiety
You can enjoy the hit condition. As a result, the conventional
Excitement during the jackpot situation
Enhancing the fun beyond comparison
And, as a result, can further improve
You. In addition, in this embodiment, there is no warning.
The jackpot state is not derived, but the jackpot state
In the derivation of (before), a jackpot suggestion was made
It was to so. For this reason, as described above,
Even if the jackpot state is derived in
Without any distrust or discomfort,
Can be taken. Furthermore, whether the above suggestions are made
Suddenly hit the jackpot when the player has left
Is unlikely to be derived. That
As a result, sudden preparation of the jackpot state
Defects due to feet and the like can be wiped out. Here, according to the suggestions (1) to (4) above,
The following is a description of the working effects. As in (1) above,
"Indication by display of special display target on display unit 20a
By performing the "incite", the player can confirm the patterns 70A to 70I.
Apart from the fixed stop display, it is possible to expect the display target display
This will add new fun to the game. Ma
In addition, as shown in (2), “Full rotation lead in the display unit 20a”
The player makes a series of figures
While visually recognizing the variable display modes of the patterns 70A to 70I,
In other words, while playing the game in the same manner as before,
Can be Further, as shown in FIG.
Suggestion by (pseudo) stop display of a specific symbol in a)
, The symbols 70A to 70I stop the pseudo stop
When stopped in the display mode ("3", "4", "1"),
Know that the jackpot state is derived
The player enjoys the stop mode with great joy.
Can be Also, this pseudo stop display mode,
Generally it seems to be unrelated to the jackpot
As a result, the game content is increased in thickness. In addition,
The pattern 70 of "3""4""1" accidentally irrespective of the
A-70I may stop at this location.
If the player hits a jackpot, simply
Is it just a stop display at 0A to 70I
The Rukoto. As a result, it will be more interesting
You. In addition, as shown in (4), “simulation on display unit 20a”
Indicating by stopping the display of special symbols "
Symbols that will not be displayed will be displayed
For example, the character "Large" is stopped in the left symbol row 21
In this way, the excitement will be raised at a stretch. The result
As a result, the fun is further increased. It should be noted that the contents described in the above embodiment are limited.
Instead, for example, the following may be performed. (A) In the above embodiment, the big hit state
After the game is over, the symbols will be fixed and stopped and displayed.
The mode can be grasped. In contrast, the jackpot
After deriving the status, display a fixed stop during the jackpot game
It may be. Also, during the jackpot state,
Or only the notification of the mode may be performed. For example, during a jackpot game, a plurality of
Opening of the special winning opening 12 (16 rounds in the above example)
Is performed, but the final stop is displayed in the second half
In some cases, the symbol (odd symbol) to which the probability change mode is given is
You may comprise so that fixed stop display may become easy. What
In this case, as shown in FIG.
During this time, the design fluctuates by performing effects like full rotation reach
It is good also as making it. (B) (1) to (1) in the above embodiment
Suggestions other than (4) may be made. For example, display
As a suggestion that can be made in the unit 20a, a background screen is displayed.
Switch to a special one, or go directly to the "big hit" table
Or the like. (C) In addition, other than the display unit 20a,
Incitement may be performed. For example, audio suggestions
(The sound of "big hit" is emitted from the speaker 9
Etc.) or light suggestion (the lamp is a special blinking / lighting)
Etc.). (D) In addition, the embodiment shown in FIG.
You may not perform any solicitation. In this case, what
Since the big winning opening 12 will be opened without any sign,
Surprise for the technicians will be unprecedented. (E) In the above embodiment, the main substrate 50
The control of the big win opening solenoid 18 etc.
However, the control and the interlocking of the display unit 20a should be improved.
In addition, the special winning opening solenoid 18 is controlled by the display control board 110.
And the like may be controlled. (F) Even if there is no distinction between game modes,
Can be embodied. That is, the symbols 70A to 70I are fixed and stopped.
It is said that the jackpot state is derived before it is displayed
What is necessary is just to employ | adopt the structure like this. (G) In the above embodiment, the outline of the probability change mode
Just in case, (1) "7" is displayed on the 7-segment display section 33.
To increase the operating probability of the blade 13 of the working port 11
(2) 7-segment display section 33
(3) blade 1
3. Opening time (and / or increasing the number of winnings)
(4) Display unit 2 of special symbol display device 20
Shortening the variation time of the symbols 70A to 17I of 0a,
(5) The jackpot probability is higher than in the normal mode.
Of these, all are to be executed. Against this
And (5) only, that is, the jackpot probability is simply increased
Only what is done may be performed. In addition, among (1) to (4) including (5),
Satisfying at least one of
You may get it. That is, any combination of (1) to (4)
(For example, (1) and (2), (1) and (3), (1)
(4), (2) and (3), (2) and (4), (3)
(4), (1) and (2) and (3), (1) and (2)
(4), (1) and (3) and (4), (2) and (3)
(4), (1), (2), (3), (4)) and (5)
The combination of
No. As a special mode, a probable change mode is used.
Instead, a time-saving mode (time-saving mode) may be adopted.
No. As the time saving mode, any of the above (1) to (4)
Combinations (eg (1) and (2), (1) and (3),
(1) and (4), (2) and (3), (2) and (4),
(3) and (4), (1) and (2) and (3), (1)
(2) and (4), (1) and (3) and (4), (2)
(3) and (4)) can be adopted. Further, special modes such as a time saving mode and a probable change mode are provided.
As a mode, it will continue until the next big hit
Or it will continue until the next big hit
You may do it. At the same time, depending on the jackpot design,
Mode and time saving mode
The number of births may be variable. For example,
If the symbol is “1” or “5”, the next big hit
And the probable change mode is continued. In the case of "3" and "7",
Probable change mode continues until the next big hit
You may. (H) No special mention is made in the above embodiment.
However, during the jackpot state or after the jackpot,
Lottery performance by animation etc. without using patterns etc.
It is good also as going out. (I) In the above embodiment, any
Even if it is, the jackpot state before the final stop display
But after the final stop is displayed
If the jackpot state is derived
No. (J) As the special symbol display device 20,
In addition to the liquid crystal display described above, CRT, dot mat
Rix, LED, electroluminescence (EL),
A fluorescent display tube, a drum, or the like may be used. (K) A type different from the above embodiment
Pachinko machine (referred to as Pachinko Computer “Pachicon”
Are included in this category). An example
For example, after a jackpot is determined, a game ball is placed in a predetermined area.
A special game status is required if a prize is required.
You may implement as a dick machine. Also, if there is no display
Dick machine (for example, a variable prize device such as a large feather
Such as the type equipped with such
Type with a tulip, etc.)
You. In addition, other than pachinko machines,
It can also be implemented as a seed ball game machine. (L) In the above embodiment, the symbol row
And adopts three symbol rows 21, 22, 23, left, middle and right
However, it is composed of two or less or four or more symbol rows
May be. Also, the stop order is the same as in the above embodiment.
It is not limited at all.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a pachinko machine according to one embodiment. FIG. 2 is a front view of a pachinko machine mainly showing a game board. FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of a display control board and the like. FIG. 4 is a block diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of a VDP and the like. FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram for introducing an example of a symbol displayed on a display unit. FIG. 6A is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of a display mode of a symbol on a display unit, and FIGS. 6B and 6C are schematic diagrams illustrating an example of a fixed stop display mode of a big hit symbol. 7A is a schematic diagram illustrating a state of a display unit when a reach state occurs on a horizontal line, and FIG. 7B is a schematic diagram illustrating a state of the display unit when a reach state occurs on a cross line. is there. FIGS. 8A and 8B are schematic diagrams showing examples of suggestions caused by displaying a school of fish on a display unit. FIG. 9A is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of suggestions based on full rotation reach on the display unit, and FIG. 9B is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of a presentation mode during a big hit state according to another embodiment. FIG. 10A is a schematic diagram showing an example of suggestion by a (pseudo) stop display of a specific symbol on a display unit;
(B) is a schematic diagram showing an example of suggestion by the stop display of the pseudo special symbol on the display unit. [Description of Signs] 1 ... Pachinko machine as a gaming machine, 8 ... Game board, 11 ... Operation port, 12 ... Big winning opening, 20 ... Special symbol display device as variable display means, 20a ... Display section, 21 ... Left Pattern row, 2
2 ... middle symbol row, 23 ... right symbol row, 50 ... main board which constitutes determination means, etc. 63 ... CPU, 110 ... display control board,
120: lamp control board, 130: voice control board, B ...
A game ball as a game medium.

Claims (1)

Claims: 1. A variable display means capable of variably displaying identification information, and whether or not to derive a special game state advantageous to a player based on a result of a lottery caused by a behavior of a game medium. A determination means for determining whether to derive the special game state, the variable display means to determinatively stop the variable display when the determination means determines that the special game state is to be derived. A gaming machine wherein the special gaming state is derived prior to the game.