JP2005177251A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of improving the seasoning of a game by utilizing surplus prizewinning. <P>SOLUTION: The game machine is provided with: a display means for starting the variable display of two or more pieces of identification information with the prizewinning of a game ball to a start port as a trigger and stopping and displaying the two or more pieces of identification information thereafter; a variable winning means for repeating opening/closing operations for the prescribed number of rounds when a big winning game is started on condition that the two or more pieces of identification information are turned to a prescribed combination, stopped and displayed; and a re-variation performance execution means for executing the performance of re-varying the identification information during the big winning game in the case that the game balls are entered into the variable winning means exceeding a predetermined number. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2005,JPO&NCIPI

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, for example.

In a pachinko gaming machine, a variable display game is usually played when a game ball wins a winning slot. This variable display game is a game that is stopped and displayed after a plurality of pieces of identification information are displayed in a variable manner on a display device provided on the game board. As a result of the variable display game, when the display mode of the plurality of identification information is a specific stop display mode, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are won after the shutter of the big winning device is opened. A big hit game with one round until closing is played up to 15 rounds.

In order to shift from a jackpot game in one round to a jackpot game in the next round, at least one game ball is won in each round to a specific area (so-called V zone) provided in the prize winning device. As described above, when a predetermined round continuation condition must be satisfied and the round continuation condition cannot be satisfied, a jackpot game for the subsequent rounds is not performed.

In order to perform such a jackpot game, the big winning device includes a sensor for detecting the winning of a game ball in the inside thereof, a sensor for detecting the winning of a game ball in a specific area, a solenoid for opening and closing a shutter, etc. It is equipped with a plurality of devices, and is generally larger than a starting port, a winning port, etc. provided on the game board. For this reason, extra balls may be awarded to the big prize device between the time when the sensor detects the winning of the prescribed number of gaming balls and the time when the shutter is closed by the solenoid. In addition, in the jackpot game, if one game ball can be won in a specific area, the round continuation condition will be satisfied, but while aiming to win a prescribed number of game balls to the big prize device Extra game balls may win a specific area.

Since there are cases where a player can acquire more game balls by winning a game ball exceeding a prescribed number in such a large winning device or a specific area (hereinafter, also referred to as a surplus winning prize), a surplus winning prize may be obtained. There are many players who play games aiming at the occurrence of In addition, since it is necessary to be proficient in games to intentionally generate surplus prizes, conventionally, in order to improve the technical intervention of games, a predetermined profit is given to players according to surplus prizes. A gaming machine to be enjoyed has been proposed. As such a gaming machine, for example, there is a gaming machine in which the maximum number of rounds of a jackpot game increases when the number of extra winnings in a specific area exceeds a predetermined number (see, for example, Patent Document 1). In addition, there is a gaming machine that carries over the surplus winning number to a specific area until the next round jackpot game (see, for example, Patent Document 2).

In addition, as a conventional gaming machine, for example, after the jackpot game is started, whether to shift to a normal state or a probable change state (a state in which the probability of occurrence of a jackpot is set higher than the normal state) after the jackpot game There is a gaming machine to be determined (see, for example, Patent Documents 3 and 4). According to the gaming machines described in Patent Documents 3 and 4, since the presence or absence of the transition to the probable state of high interest to the player is determined during the jackpot game, the expectation during the jackpot game can be maintained.

In addition, as a conventional gaming machine, for example, a push button is provided. After a jackpot game or the like, in response to the push button being pushed, there is a transition to a probability change state, a short time state (1 There is a gaming machine that determines whether or not there is a transition to a state in which the time required for a variable display game per round is shortened, the number of rounds of a big hit game, and the like (see, for example, Patent Document 5).

JP 2001-137455 A JP 2003-154094 A JP 2000-225253 A JP 2002-143466 A JP 2001-87466 A

By the way, in the gaming machines described in Patent Documents 1 and 2, a predetermined profit is given by the surplus prize, but the relationship between the provision of the profit by the surplus prize and the presentation in the display device or the like is sparse. However, it is difficult to raise the excitement of the player by raising the interest and interest in the game. In addition, profits earned from surplus winnings are those that do not have any continuity that does not affect the game after the end of the jackpot game, such as adding extra rounds of jackpot games or carrying over surplus winnings to the next round. Therefore, the surplus prize cannot give a sense of expectation to the game after the end of the jackpot game, and it is difficult to maintain the excitement of the player until after the end of the jackpot game.

In the gaming machines described in Patent Documents 3 and 4, since the presence or absence of the transition to the probable change state is determined regardless of whether or not the player is proficient in the game, the technical intervention is low, and the game is not interesting. There is a problem of poor sex. In addition, with regard to the gaming machine described in Patent Document 5, whether or not the player has changed to the probable change state and the change to the short-time state by pressing the push button regardless of whether or not the player is skilled in the game. Since the presence or absence of the game, the number of rounds of the jackpot game, etc. are determined, there is a problem that the technical intervention of the pachinko game itself is low and the game is not interesting.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of a game by using a surplus prize.

In order to solve the above-described problems, the present invention provides the following.
(1) Display means for starting a variable display of a plurality of pieces of identification information, and then stopping and displaying the plurality of pieces of identification information, triggered by the winning of a game ball at the start opening,
Variable winning means that repeats opening and closing operations for a predetermined number of rounds when a jackpot game is started on the condition that the plurality of pieces of identification information are stopped and displayed in a predetermined combination;
Probability changing means for changing the probability that the plurality of pieces of identification information will be a predetermined combination thereafter, in association with the combination of the plurality of pieces of identification information that are stopped and displayed,
A re-variation effect executing means for performing a re-variation effect of the identification information during the jackpot game when a game ball has won a predetermined number of times with respect to the variable winning means; A gaming machine characterized by

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(2) The gaming machine according to (1) above,
The re-variation effect executing means performs the re-change effect of the identification information for the number of times corresponding to the number of game balls won in excess of a predetermined number set in advance with respect to the variable winning means. .

According to the invention of (1), the player can intentionally execute a re-variation effect that is normally determined by a computer by a surplus prize, and is once determined by the re-change effect. It is possible to obtain a benefit that the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game can be changed to either the probable change state or the normal state. Therefore, even if the combination of a plurality of pieces of identification information that are displayed in a stopped state is a combination that indicates a normal state, a surplus prize is generated during the opening / closing operation of the variable prize means having a plurality of rounds, and the probability change is performed. Since it can be changed to a probable state by means, the jackpot game itself is rich in changes, and the preference of the game can be enhanced.

According to the invention of (2), since the player generates as many surplus prizes as possible so that the probability variation state occurs, there is an advantage that the player is not concentrated on the game and bored in the game. .

ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, the game machine which can improve the interest property of a game using a surplus prize can be provided.

[First Embodiment]
Embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 1 is a front view schematically showing the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main body frame 12, a game board 14 incorporated in the main body frame 12, a window frame 16 of the main body frame 12 provided on the front surface of the game board 14, and a main body below the window frame 16. An upper plate 20 and a lower plate 22 provided on the front surface of the frame 12 and a firing handle 26 provided on the right side of the lower plate 22 are arranged.

A plurality of obstacle nails (not shown) are driven in the front surface of the game board 14. The game board 14 is molded from a resin material, and a metal rod-like body is implanted in the resin material game board 14 so as to protrude in the forward direction of the game board 14 without being configured to drive nails. It is good. In the present invention, the pachinko gaming apparatus 10 adjusts the winning rate to a predetermined winning opening according to the number of shot balls and the winning number at a predetermined winning opening (for example, the start opening 44). It is a concept that includes a Pachikon machine that can be used.

Further, the launch handle 26 is provided so as to be rotatable with respect to the main body frame 12, and the player can advance the pachinko game by operating the launch handle 26. On the back side of the firing handle 26, a firing solenoid 28 is provided. When the launch handle 26 is rotated clockwise by the player, power is supplied to the launch solenoid 28 and the game balls stored in the upper plate 20 are sequentially launched onto the game board 14.

The launched game ball is guided to a guide rail 30 provided on the game board 14 and moves to the upper part of the game board 14. After that, the game ball is changed in its traveling direction by collision with the above-described obstacle nails. It falls toward the bottom of the board 14.

FIG. 2 is an enlarged front view schematically showing the game board 14. In addition, the same code | symbol was attached | subjected to the component corresponding to the component shown in FIG. 1 mentioned above. FIG. 2 shows the above-described obstacle nail omitted.

A display device 32, which is a display unit, is provided in the approximate center of the front surface of the game board 14. The display device 32 includes, for example, a liquid crystal display panel, and displays special symbols that are identification information images, background images, character images, and the like.
When a game ball wins a starting port 44 described later, a variable display game is played on the display device 32. This variable display game is a game that is stopped and displayed after a variable display of a plurality of (for example, three) pieces of identification information is performed on the display device 32. As a result of the variable display game, for example, when the display mode of the plurality of identification information is even-numbered (for example, “6”-“6”-“6”, etc.), the gaming state after the jackpot game is normal A state (for example, a state where the probability of winning a jackpot is 1/317, etc.) is displayed, and the display mode of the plurality of identification information is an odd number of eyes (for example, “7”-“7”-“7”, etc.) In this case, the gaming state after the jackpot game becomes a probable change state (for example, a state where the probability of winning the jackpot is 1/68).
In addition, when a surplus prize is generated during the jackpot game, for example, a re-variation effect is performed such that a plurality of pieces of identification information including even-numbered combinations of odd-numbered eyes are changed to combinations of odd-numbered-numbered eyes. The display device 32 functions as a display unit.

A display device 52 is provided in the center of the upper portion of the display device 32. The display device 52 is composed of, for example, a 7-segment display, and a normal symbol as display information is variably displayed so as to repeat fluctuation and stop. On the left and right sides of the display device 32, ball passage detectors 55a and 55b are provided. When the ball passage detector 55a or 55b detects that a game ball has passed in the vicinity of the ball passage detector 55a or 55b, on the display device 52 described above, the normal symbol variation display is started, and after a predetermined time has passed, Stops the fluctuation display. This normal symbol is information including numbers and symbols, for example, numbers such as “0” to “9” and symbols such as “☆”. When the normal symbol is displayed as a predetermined symbol, for example, “7” and stopped, a solenoid 57 for driving movable pieces 58a and 58b provided on both the left and right sides of a starting port 44 described later. A current is supplied to (not shown), and the movable pieces 58a and 58b are driven so that the game balls can easily enter the start opening 44, so that the start opening 44 is opened. When a predetermined time elapses after the start port 44 is opened, the movable piece is driven to close the start port 44 so that it is difficult for a game ball to enter.

Four holding lamps 34a to 34d are provided on the left and right sides of the display device 52 described above. Further, a general winning opening 50 is provided at the top of the display device 52. In addition, a game ball grand prize device 38 is provided at the bottom of the game board 14. A shutter 40 is provided in the vicinity of the big prize device 38 so as to be freely opened and closed.
When a big hit occurs, the shutter 40 is driven by a solenoid 48 (not shown), and the big winning device 38 is opened.

Inside the special winning device 38, there are a specific region (not shown) having the V sensor 63 and a general region (not shown) having the special winning opening sensor 61. In general, the specific area is called a V zone, and the general area is called a normal zone. The shutter 40 is opened and the open state of the winning device 38 is maintained until a specified number (for example, 10) of game balls passes through these areas or until a specified time (for example, 30 seconds) elapses. . When either a predetermined number of game balls are won in the grand prize winning device 38 in the open state or a predetermined time has elapsed, the shutter 40 is driven by a solenoid 48 (not shown), and the big prize is won. The device 38 is closed. Further, when a winning game ball is detected in the special winning device 38, a predetermined number of gaming balls are paid out to the lower plate 22 by the payout device 59.

When a big win occurs, the opening / closing operation is repeated a plurality of rounds, with one round from when the winning device 38 is opened to when it is closed. In addition, the grand prize winning device 38 that has been changed from the open state to the closed state is provided on condition that the game ball that has won the big prize winning device 38 in the open state passes through the specific area and is detected by the V sensor 63. It will be in an open state again. Therefore, when a game ball won in the big winning device 38 in a certain round does not pass through the specific area and is not detected by the V sensor 63, the subsequent round is not performed and the big hit game is ended. The large winning device 38 functions as a variable winning means.

General winning ports 54a and 54b are provided on both the left and right sides of the display device 32 described above. Furthermore, general winning ports 54c and 54d are provided on the left and right sides of the lower portion of the display device 32. Further, special winning ports 56 a and 56 b are provided at the left and right ends of the game board 14, and special winning ports 56 c and 56 d are provided at both the left and right sides of the big winning device 38.

In addition, a start port 44 is provided as an opportunity to start a later-described variable display game and shift a plurality of identification information images displayed on the display device 32 to a variable display state. The large winning device 38, the general winning ports 50, 54a to 54d, and the special winning ports 56a to 56d are provided with a ball detection sensor 42, and when a game ball enters, that is, the game ball passes. When the ball detection sensor 42 detects this, a payout device 59 (not shown) pays out a predetermined number of game balls to the lower plate 22 according to the type of the winning opening. . The start port 44 is provided with a ball detection sensor 43. When the ball detection sensor 43 detects that a game ball has entered the start port 44, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out by the payout device 59. At the same time, a variable display game described later is started.

Furthermore, on both the left and right sides of the display device 32, rolling guide members 60a and 60b for guiding the path of the game ball in a predetermined direction are also provided. In addition, decorative lamps 36a and 36b are provided on the upper left side and the upper right side outside the game board 14.

In the above-described example, the display device 32 is provided at the approximate center of the front surface of the game board 14 of the pachinko gaming apparatus 10, but it may be at a position where the player can see it. For example, the display device 32 may be provided at any position of the pachinko gaming machine.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an internal configuration of the pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG.
The firing handle 26 described above is connected to the interface circuit group 62 of the control circuit 60, and the interface circuit group 62 is connected to the CPU 66. An angle signal indicating the rotation angle of the firing handle 26 is converted into a predetermined signal by the interface circuit group 62 and then supplied to the CPU 66. In addition, the above-described interface circuit group 62 is also connected to ball detection sensors 42 and 43 so that the game balls pass through the big winning device 38, the general winning ports 50 and 54a to 54d, and the special winning ports 56a to 56d. When this occurs, the ball detection sensor 42 supplies a detection signal to the interface circuit group 62. The ball detection sensor 43 supplies a detection signal to the interface circuit group 62 when a game ball passing through the start port 44 is detected. Further, a ball passage detector 55 is also connected to the interface circuit group 62. When the ball passage detector 55 detects that a game ball has passed in the vicinity thereof, it supplies a detection signal to the interface circuit group 62. .

Furthermore, a prize winning opening sensor 61 and a V sensor 63 are also connected to the interface circuit group 62 described above. The big prize opening sensor 61 is for detecting a game ball passing through a general area in the big prize winning device 38, and the V sensor 63 detects a game ball passing through a specific area in the big winning prize device 38. Is for. The special winning opening sensor 61 or the V sensor 63 supplies a detection signal to the interface circuit group 62 when a game ball is detected.

The input / output bus 64 is also connected to a ROM (Read Only Memory) 68 and a RAM (Random Access Memory) 70. The ROM 68 stores a program that controls the flow of the entire game of the pachinko gaming machine 10. Further, the ROM 68 stores initial data for executing the program, a program for controlling the blinking operation pattern of the decoration lamp 36, a program for controlling the display on the display device 32, a variable display game on the display device 32, and the like. Sound data necessary for execution is also stored. The RAM 70 stores flag and variable values used in the above-described program.

Further, an interface circuit group 72 is also connected to the input / output bus 64. The interface circuit group 72 is connected to the speaker 46, the firing solenoid 28, the solenoids 48 and 57, the payout device 59, the holding lamp 34 (34a to 34d), and the decoration lamp 36. The interface circuit group 72 is operated by the CPU 66. A drive signal and drive power for controlling each of the above-described apparatuses are supplied in accordance with processing.

The solenoid 48 is for driving the shutter 40 as described above to open and close, and the solenoid 57 is for driving the movable pieces 58a and 58b as described above. Further, the holding lamp 34 (34a to 34d) indicates the number of variable display games held. Further, the decoration lamp 36 blinks or lights up to indicate to the player when the game is a big hit or reach.

Further, a display control device 200 is also connected to the interface circuit group 72. The display control device 200 is connected to the display control device 200 based on a command (image display command) issued from the control circuit 60. A drive signal for driving the device 32 is generated.

Next, the display control apparatus 200 described above will be described.
FIG. 4 is a block diagram illustrating an internal configuration of the display control apparatus 200.
The interface circuit 202 is connected to the input / output bus 204, and a command issued from the control circuit 60 described above is supplied to the input / output bus 204 via the interface circuit 202. The input / output bus 204 is configured to input / output data signals or address signals to / from the CPU 206.

A ROM 208 and a RAM 210 are also connected to the input / output bus 204 described above. The ROM 208 stores a display control program for generating a drive signal to be supplied to the display device 32 based on a command issued from the control circuit 60. On the other hand, the RAM 210 stores values of flags and variables used in the above-described program.

Further, an image data processor (VDP) 212 is also connected to the input / output bus 204. The VDP 212 includes a circuit such as a so-called sprite circuit, a screen circuit, and a pallet circuit, and is a processing device that can perform various processes for causing the display device 32 to display an image.

The VDP 212 described above includes a video RAM 214 for storing image data corresponding to a command issued from the control circuit 60, background image data relating to the background image, identification information image data relating to the identification information image, and character relating to the character image. An image data ROM 216 for storing image data such as image data is connected. Further, a drive circuit 218 that generates a drive signal for driving the display device 32 is also connected to the VDP 212.

The CPU 206 described above reads and executes the display control program stored in the ROM 208, and causes the video RAM 214 to store image data to be displayed on the display device 32 according to the command issued from the control circuit 60 by the VDP 212.

The image data stored in the video RAM 214 is supplied to the drive circuit 218 by the VDP 212. The drive circuit 218 converts the image data into a predetermined signal and supplies it to the display device 32. As a result, a screen image is displayed on the display device 32.

In the following, it is assumed that the pachinko gaming machine 10 is activated, and the variables used in the CPU 66 or CPU 206 described above are initialized to predetermined values and are in steady operation.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing a subroutine for detecting a game ball executed in the control circuit 60 described above. This subroutine is called and executed at a predetermined timing from a control program for controlling the pachinko game of the pachinko gaming apparatus 10 that is executed in advance.

First, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the winning opening (step S11). For example, in the example shown in FIG. 2 described above, the winning ports are general winning ports 50, 54a to 54d and special winning ports 56a to 56d. In step S11, when it is determined that a game ball has entered the winning opening, the payout device 59 is driven to execute a process of paying out a predetermined number of game balls (step S12).

Next, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the start port (step S13). This starting port is, for example, the starting port 44 in the example shown in FIG. In step S13, when it is determined that a game ball has entered the start port, the payout device 59 is driven to execute a process of paying out a predetermined number of game balls (step S14).

After executing the process of step S14, it is determined whether or not the number of holds is an upper limit value (for example, 4) or more (step S15). Note that the number of holdings refers to the number of variable display games that are held when a game ball enters the starting port during execution of the variable display game. When the running variable display game is finished, the sequentially held variable display game is executed. Usually, an upper limit is set for the number of holdings of the variable display game, and in step S15, it is determined whether or not the number of holdings is equal to or more than a predetermined upper limit.

If it is determined that the number of holds is not equal to or greater than the upper limit value, a process of adding 1 to the number of holds stored in the RAM 70 is performed (step S16). At this time, processing for increasing the number of lighting of the holding lamp by one is also performed. Thereafter, a lottery process is performed (step S17). This lottery process is a process of sampling a random number from a random number counter and storing the sampled random number in the RAM 70. At this time, the sampled random numbers include, for example, a random number for determining the occurrence of a jackpot or a loss, a random number for determining a combination of identification information images indicating the occurrence of a jackpot, or a random number for determining a reach pattern Etc. These random numbers are used in a variable display game described later.

If it is determined in step S13 that there is no game ball in the starting port, or if the process of step S17 is executed, it is next determined whether or not the game ball has passed through the ball passage detector (step S18). ). If it is determined in step S15 that the number of holds is equal to or greater than the upper limit, the above-described addition of the number of holds (step S16) and the lottery process (step S17) are not performed, and the process of step S18 is performed.

This ball passage detector is, for example, the ball passage detectors 55a and 55b in the example shown in FIG. In step S15, when it is determined that the game ball has passed through the ball passage detector, as described above, the display device 52 executes a process of displaying the normal symbols in a variable manner (step S19). As described above, when the variably displayed normal symbol stops and becomes a predetermined symbol, the movable pieces 58a and 58b are driven to open the start port 44, so that the start port 44 is opened. This makes it easier for game balls to enter.

Next, the variable display game process executed in the control circuit 60 will be described.
FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing a subroutine for performing variable display game processing executed in the control circuit 60. This subroutine is called and executed by the control circuit 60 at a predetermined timing.

First, the CPU 66 determines whether or not the number of holds stored in the RAM 70 exceeds 0 (step S20). When it is determined that the number of holds stored in the RAM 70 does not exceed 0, that is, the number of holds is 0, this subroutine is terminated.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S20 that the number of holdings exceeds 0, the CPU 66 subtracts 1 from the number of holdings stored in the RAM 70, and stores the number of holdings after the subtraction in the RAM 70 (step S21). At this time, processing for reducing the number of lighting of the holding lamp 34 by 1 is also performed. The hold number can be added in step S16 of the subroutine shown in FIG. 4 while the variable display game process is being executed.

Next, jackpot determination is performed (step S22). This jackpot determination is performed based on the jackpot determination table stored in the ROM 68 in advance and the random number (big hit determination random number) sampled in step S17 of the subroutine shown in FIG. As a result, it is determined that either jackpot or loss occurs.

Next, it is determined whether or not the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot (step S23). If the jackpot is determined, the jackpot symbol data is acquired (step S24). The jackpot symbol data includes a combination of a fixed stop symbol data corresponding to a combination of a plurality of identification information images that are stopped and displayed at the end of the jackpot game, and a plurality of identification information images that are stopped and displayed at a time other than when the jackpot game ends. And temporary stop symbol data corresponding to.
In the process of step S24, the CPU 66 samples a random number, acquires temporary stop symbol data based on the sampled random number, and further samples the random number (decision of jackpot symbol determined in step S17 of the subroutine shown in FIG. The fixed stop symbol data is acquired based on the random number.

At the end of the variable display game, a plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in a combination corresponding to the temporary stop symbol data, and if a surplus winning to the big winning device 38 occurs in a round during the jackpot game, a re-variation effect is performed. The plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in a combination corresponding to the fixed stop symbol data. Thereafter, when a surplus winning to the large winning device 38 occurs in another round, a re-variation effect is performed and a plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in a combination corresponding to the temporary stop symbol data. In other words, every time a surplus prize is awarded to the big prize device 38 per round, a re-variation effect is performed, and a plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in combinations corresponding to the fixed stop symbol data, or temporarily stopped. Stopped display with a combination corresponding to the symbol data.

Then, if no surplus winnings have occurred until the end of the jackpot game, or if a plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in combination corresponding to the temporary stop symbol data at the end of the jackpot game, the re-variation effect is performed. The plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in combinations corresponding to the fixed stop symbol data. Further, if the plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in a combination corresponding to the confirmed stop symbol data at the end of the big hit game, the re-variation effect is not performed.

If it is determined in step S23 that the result of the jackpot determination is not a jackpot, that is, if it is out of place, the CPU 66 samples a random number, and based on the sampled random number, the identification information displayed at the end of the variable display game Missing symbol data corresponding to a combination of images (missing symbols) is acquired (step S25). When the result of the big hit determination is out of place, in the variable display game, the variation display and the stop display of the identification information image are performed so that the stop display is performed with the combination of the identification information images corresponding to the loss symbol data.

When the process of step S25 is executed, the CPU 66 determines whether or not the missed symbol is a reach symbol (step S26). If it is determined that the missing symbol is not a reach symbol, the CPU 66 transmits a change start command to the display control device 200 (step S27). Then, the display control device 200 that has received the command synthesizes a screen image including the identification information image, and the display device 32 displays the identification information image in such a manner that it is variably displayed. Note that processing in the display control apparatus 200 will be described in detail later.

Next, the CPU 66 waits until a predetermined period of time elapses, and continues the variable display of the identification information image (step S28), and then stops a plurality of identification information images based on the lost symbol data acquired in step S25. A command to display is transmitted to the display control apparatus 200 (step S29), and this subroutine is finished. The display control device 200 that has received the command displays the identification information image on the display device 32 in a manner that it is displayed in a variable manner for a predetermined period, and then the identification information image is displayed in a stopped manner based on the missing symbol data. Is displayed. As a result, the combination of the plurality of identification information images is stopped and displayed with the symbols, and the variable display game ends.

On the other hand, if the jackpot symbol data is acquired in step S24, or if it is determined in step S26 that the missing symbol is a reach symbol, reach occurs in the variable display game. First, the CPU 66 transmits a change start command to the display control device 200 (step S30). Then, the display control device 200 that has received the command synthesizes a screen image including the identification information image, and the display device 32 displays the identification information image in such a manner that it is variably displayed.

Next, the CPU 66 selects a reach pattern (step S31). That is, the CPU 66 selects one of the reach patterns based on the random number (reach pattern determination random number) sampled in step S17 of the subroutine shown in FIG. select.

Next, the CPU 66 waits until a predetermined period of time elapses, continues the variable display of the identification information image (step S32), and then displays a reach symbol based on the reach pattern selected in step S31. Is transmitted to the display control apparatus 200 (step S33). Then, for example, a screen image including three identification information images is synthesized by the display control device 200 that has received the command, and two identification information images of the three identification information images are stopped and displayed on the display device 32. Displayed in a manner.

Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot (step S34). If it is determined that the jackpot is a jackpot, the CPU 66 waits until a predetermined period elapses, and displays a variation display of the final identification information image. Then, a stop command is transmitted to the display control device 200 so that the jackpot symbol data (temporary stop symbol data) acquired in step S24 is stopped and displayed (step S36). Then, the display control device 200 that has received the command displays the final identification information image on the display device 32 for a predetermined period, and then performs final identification based on the jackpot symbol data (temporary stop symbol data). A plurality of identification information images including the information image are displayed in a stopped display manner.

Next, the CPU 66 performs a jackpot game execution process (step S37). In the jackpot game, for example, a specified number (for example, 10) of game balls have entered the winning game device 38 or a specified time (for example, 30 seconds) has elapsed since the winning device 38 is opened. Thus, the opening / closing operation for one round until the winning device 38 is closed is a game in which a maximum of 15 rounds is performed. The processing related to the jackpot game will be described in detail later. After executing the process of step S37, this subroutine is terminated.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S34 that the result of the jackpot determination is not a jackpot, the CPU 66 waits until a predetermined period elapses, and continues the variable display of the final identification information image (step S38). A stop command is transmitted to the display control apparatus 200 so as to stop display with the off symbol data acquired in S25 (step S39). Then, the display control device 200 that has received the command displays the final identification information image on the display device 32 for a predetermined period of time, and then displays a plurality of information including the final identification information image based on the missing symbol data. The identification information image is displayed in a stopped display manner. Thereafter, the display of the identification information image is stopped until a predetermined period elapses (step S40), and this subroutine is terminated.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing a subroutine for performing the jackpot game process executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 shown in FIG. This subroutine is called and executed in step S37 of the subroutine shown in FIG.

In the following description, the winning number (b) means the number of game balls that have entered the big winning device 38 during one round, and the prescribed number that is the upper limit of the winning number (b) is 10. And In one round, the winning number (b) reaches the prescribed number 10, or the prescribed time 30 seconds elapses after the winning device 38 is opened, and the winning device 38 is closed. The maximum number of rounds (n) in a single jackpot game is 15 rounds.

First, a process of setting the number of rounds (n) to n = 0 and the number of winnings (b) to b = 0 is performed (step S50). In this process, the CPU 66 stores round number data in the RAM 70 assuming that the number of rounds (n) is n = 0, and stores winning number data in which the number of winnings (b) is b = 0.

Next, the CPU 66 updates (increases) the round number data stored in the RAM 70 so that the round number (n) becomes n = n + 1 (step S51). Next, the CPU 66 operates the shutter 40 by driving the solenoid 48 to open the special winning device 38 (step S52).

Next, it is determined whether or not there is a winning in the big winning device 38 (step S53). In this process, the CPU 66 determines whether or not a game ball has been awarded to the big prize device 38 by judging whether or not a detection signal has been received from the big prize port sensor 61 or the V sensor 63.

If it is determined that the winning device 38 has been won, the CPU 66 performs a process of updating (increasing) the winning number data stored in the RAM 70 so that the winning number (b) becomes b = b + 1 (step). S54). Next, the CPU 66 drives the payout device 59 to perform a process of paying out a predetermined number of game balls (step S55).

If it is determined in step S53 that there is no winning, or if the process of step S55 is executed, the CPU 66 next determines whether or not there is a V winning (winning in a specific area) (step S56). In this process, the CPU 66 determines whether a detection signal from the V sensor 63 has been received.

When determining in step S56 that there has been a V prize, the CPU 66 establishes a V flag (step S57). The V flag is set to 1 when a game ball passes through a specific area in a certain round during the jackpot game, and is cleared to 0 when the round ends and the next round is entered. It is a flag.

If it is determined in step S56 that there is no V prize or if the process of step S57 is executed, the CPU 66 next determines whether or not the winning number (b) is b <10 (step S58). ), If the winning number (b) is b <10, it is determined whether or not a specified time (for example, 30 seconds) has elapsed since the large winning device 38 is opened (step S59).

If it is determined in step S59 that the specified time (30 seconds) has not elapsed, the process returns to step S53.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S58 that the winning number (b) is b <10, or if it is determined in step S59 that the specified time has elapsed, the CPU 66 drives the solenoid 48 to drive the shutter 40. Is operated to close the special winning device 38 (step S60).

Next, the CPU 66 determines whether or not the winning number (b) is b> 10 (step S61).
When determining that the winning number (b) is b> 10, the CPU 66 transmits a re-variation command to the display control device 200 (step S62). This re-variation command includes the fixed stop symbol data or the temporary stop symbol data acquired in step S24 of the subroutine shown in FIG. When the display control device 200 receives the command, the display device 32 performs a variation display (revariation effect) of the plurality of identification information images stopped and displayed in step S36 of the subroutine shown in FIG.

For example, when a plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in a combination corresponding to the fixed stop symbol data, the temporary change symbol data is included in the re-variation command, and when the re-variation effect is performed based on the command, A plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in a combination corresponding to the temporary stop symbol data. On the other hand, when a plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in a combination corresponding to the temporary stop symbol data, the re-variation command includes the fixed stop symbol data, and when the re-variation effect is performed based on the command, A plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in combinations corresponding to the fixed stop symbol data.

Thereafter, the CPU 66 waits until a predetermined period elapses, and continues the variable display (re-lottery effect) of the plurality of identification information images (step S63), and then the confirmed stop symbol data acquired in step S24, or A stop command is transmitted to the display control device 200 so as to stop and display the symbol corresponding to the temporary stop symbol data (step S64). Then, the display control device 200 that has received the command causes the display device 32 to stop and display a plurality of identification information images including the final identification information image based on the confirmed stop symbol data or the temporary stop symbol data. Is displayed. When the processes of steps S62 to S64 are being executed, the CPU 66, the display control device 200, and the display device 32 win the game balls in excess of a predetermined number predetermined for the variable winning means (large winning device 38). In this case, during the jackpot game, it functions as a re-variation effect executing means for performing a re-change effect of the identification information image.

If it is determined in step S61 that the number of winning (b) is not b> 10, or if the process of step S64 is executed, the CPU 66 determines whether or not the V flag is established (step S65). If it is determined that the V flag is established, it is determined whether or not the number of rounds (n) is n <15 (step S66).

When it is determined that the V flag is established and the number of rounds (n) is n <15, the CPU 66 stores the number of winnings stored in the RAM 70 so that the number of winnings (b) is b = 0. The data is updated (step S71), the V flag is cleared (step S75), and the next round is started.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S65 that the V flag is not established, or if it is determined in step S66 that the number of rounds (n) is not n <15, then the CPU 66 causes the display device 32 to It is determined whether or not the combination of the plurality of identification information images that are stopped and displayed is a combination based on the confirmed stop symbol data (step S67).

If it is determined in step S67 that the combination of the plurality of identification information images stopped and displayed on the display device 32 is not a combination based on the confirmed stop symbol data, the CPU 66 transmits a re-variation command to the display control device 200. (Step S68). This re-variation command includes the fixed stop symbol data acquired in step S24 of the subroutine shown in FIG. Then, the display control device 200 that has received the command performs a variable display (revariation effect) of a plurality of identification information images on the display device 32.

Thereafter, the CPU 66 waits until a predetermined period elapses, and continues the variable display (re-lottery effect) of the plurality of identification information images (step S69). Thereafter, a stop command is transmitted to the display control device 200 so as to stop display with the symbol corresponding to the confirmed stop symbol data acquired in step S24 (step S70). Then, the display control device 200 that has received the command stops and displays a plurality of identification information images including the final identification information image on the display device 32 based on the confirmed stop symbol data in a manner of stopping display.

When it is determined in step S67 that the combination of the plurality of identification information images stopped and displayed on the display device 32 is a combination based on the confirmed stop symbol data, or when the process of step S72 is executed, In relation to the combination of the plurality of identification information images that are stopped and displayed, the CPU 66 then performs a process of setting the probability that the plurality of identification information images will be a predetermined combination (step S72). For example, when the combination of a plurality of identification information images is a combination indicating that the normal state is obtained (for example, an even-numbered doublet such as “6”-“6”-“6”, etc.) Is set to 1/317, and a combination indicating that the combination of a plurality of identification information images is in a probable state (for example, “7” − In the case of “7”-“7”, etc., an odd-numbered flat eye etc.), the probability that a plurality of identification information images will be a predetermined combination thereafter is set to 1/68. At this time, the CPU 66 functions as a probability changing unit.
After executing the processing of step S72, this subroutine is terminated.

The display control device 200 performs a process of displaying a screen image on the display device 32 based on a command transmitted from the control circuit 60 in the subroutines shown in FIGS.
FIG. 8 is a flowchart illustrating a subroutine performed in the display control device 200 in order to generate a screen image to be displayed on the display device 32. This subroutine is a subroutine performed corresponding to the subroutines shown in FIGS.

First, the CPU 06 of the display control device 200 determines whether or not a command transmitted from the CPU 66 of the control circuit 60 has been input (step S80). Examples of commands transmitted from the CPU 66 include a change start command, a stop command, a reach symbol command, a temporary stop command in the subroutine shown in FIG. 6, a re-change command in the subroutine shown in FIG. 7, a stop command, and the like. . In the display control device 200, processing for generating a screen image to be displayed on the display device 32 is performed based on the received command.

If it is determined that a command has been input, the input command is set in the RAM 210 (step S81), and various data relating to the execution of the command are set in the RAM 210 (step S82).

If it is determined in step S80 that no command has been input, or if the process of step S82 is executed, the VDP 212 generates screen configuration information of the background image based on various data set in the RAM 210. (Step S84).

Next, the VDP 212 generates character image screen configuration information based on various data set in the RAM 210 (step S85).
At this time, for example, by controlling the head position of the character image to be shifted by a predetermined amount of movement at a constant interval (frame span) every 1/60 seconds, 1/30 seconds, or the like, It can be displayed with movement.

Next, the VDP 212 generates screen configuration information of the identification information image based on various data set in the RAM 210 (step S86).
At this time, for example, the head position of the screen configuration information is shifted by a predetermined movement amount with respect to the same identification information image at a constant interval (frame span) every 1/60 seconds or 1/30 seconds. In addition, by controlling so that each identification information image is sequentially generated in a predetermined order, the identification information image can be displayed in a variable manner.

Next, the VDP 212 reads each image data corresponding to the screen configuration information from the image data ROM 216, and in the video RAM 214, displays the image data corresponding to the screen configuration information on the display device 32 in accordance with information on the priority order and position displayed. On the other hand, a screen image that can be output is synthesized (step S87). Then, when the composition of the screen image is completed, the output permission flag is turned ON.

Next, the CPU 206 determines whether or not the output permission flag is ON (step S88). If it is determined that the output permission flag is not ON, the process returns to step S80. On the other hand, if it is determined that the output permission flag is ON, screen image output processing is performed (step S89). That is, the CPU 206 instructs the VDP 212 to display the screen image data generated in the video RAM 214 on the display device 32, and the VDP 212 reads the screen image data generated in the video RAM 214 and receives the screen image data. The drive circuit 218 converts the screen image data into a predetermined signal and supplies it to the display device 32. As a result, the display device 32 that has received the predetermined signal displays a screen image.

After performing the process of step S89, it is determined whether or not to end the display (step S90). If it is determined not to end the display, the process returns to step S80. On the other hand, if it is determined that the display is to be terminated, this subroutine is terminated.

Next, screen images displayed on the display device 32 when the subroutine shown in FIGS. 6 to 8 is executed will be described.
FIGS. 9A to 9D are diagrams illustrating examples of screen images displayed on the display device 32. In the drawing, only the identification information image is shown, and the background image and the character image are not shown.

In FIG. 9A, the CPU 66 executes the process of step S33 of the subroutine shown in FIG. 6, a reach symbol display command is transmitted to the display control apparatus 200, and the display control apparatus 200 that receives the command receives the command. 8 shows a screen image displayed on the display device 32 as a result of the execution of the subroutine shown in FIG.
Among the three identification information images arranged side by side, the two identification information images on the left and right are stopped and displayed at “6”, and the central identification information image is displayed in a variable manner, indicating that it has reached reach. .

In FIG. 9B, the CPU 66 executes the process of step S36 of the subroutine shown in FIG. 6, a temporary stop command is transmitted to the display control apparatus 200, and the display control apparatus 200 that has received the command FIG. 9 shows a screen image displayed on the display device 32 as a result of execution of the subroutine shown in FIG.
The three identification information images arranged side by side are stopped and displayed in the combinations “6”-“6”-“6” corresponding to the temporary stop symbol data. As a result, the player can know that the jackpot has occurred and that the gaming state after the jackpot game becomes the normal state.
Thereafter, a jackpot game is executed. When a surplus winning to the big winning device 38 occurs during the jackpot game, a screen image shown in FIG. 9C is displayed on the display device 32.

In FIG. 9C, the CPU 66 executes the process of step S62 of the subroutine shown in FIG. 7, a re-variation command is transmitted to the display control apparatus 200, and the display control apparatus 200 that has received the command FIG. 9 shows a screen image displayed on the display device 32 as a result of execution of the subroutine shown in FIG.
In the screen image shown in FIG. 9C, a re-change effect of the identification information image that has been temporarily stopped is performed, and the identification information image is variably displayed.

In FIG. 9D, the CPU 66 executes the process of step S64 of the subroutine shown in FIG. 7, transmits a stop command to the display control device 200, and receives the command from the display control device 200. 8 shows a screen image displayed on the display device 32 as a result of execution of the subroutine shown in FIG.
The three identification information images arranged side by side are stopped and displayed in the combinations “7”-“7”-“7” corresponding to the fixed stop symbol data. As a result, the player can know that the game state after the big hit game has been changed to the probability change state by the re-variation effect.

As described above, according to the pachinko gaming apparatus 10 according to the first embodiment, the player can intentionally execute the re-variation effect in which the presence or absence of the execution is normally determined by the computer by the surplus prize, By the re-variation effect, it is possible to obtain a benefit that the gaming state after the end of the big hit game can be changed to either the probability changing state or the normal state.
Therefore, even if the combination of a plurality of pieces of identification information stopped and displayed is a combination “6”-“6”-“6” indicating that the combination is in the normal state as shown in FIG. Since a surplus prize is generated during the opening / closing operation of the variable prize means of the number of rounds, and the probability change state can be changed by the probability changing means as shown in FIGS. The game itself is rich in change and can enhance the fun of the game.

[Second Embodiment]
In the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment, every time a surplus prize is generated, a lottery for determining a combination of identification information images is in a normal state in advance by a lottery performed at the time of winning the start opening. This is different from the pachinko gaming apparatus according to the first embodiment in which it is determined whether or not the state is likely to change.

About the external appearance and internal structure (FIGS. 1-4) of the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment, since it is substantially the same as the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment, the explanation here will be omitted. Components corresponding to those of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment will be described with the same reference numerals.

In addition, regarding the processing performed in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment, the subroutine shown in FIG. 10 is executed as the variable display game processing instead of the subroutine shown in FIG. 11 is substantially the same as the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment except that the subroutine shown in FIG. 11 is executed instead of the subroutine shown in FIG.

Therefore, in the following, variable display game processing and jackpot game execution processing executed in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment will be described.
FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing a subroutine for performing variable display game processing executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the second embodiment. In the flowchart shown in FIG. 10, the same reference numerals are given to the steps that perform the same processing as the steps in the flowchart shown in FIG. 7.

First, the CPU 66 determines whether or not the number of holds stored in the RAM 70 exceeds 0 (step S20). When it is determined that the number of holds stored in the RAM 70 does not exceed 0, that is, the number of holds is 0, this subroutine is terminated.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S20 that the number of holdings exceeds 0, the CPU 66 subtracts 1 from the number of holdings stored in the RAM 70, and stores the number of holdings after the subtraction in the RAM 70 (step S21). At this time, processing for reducing the number of lighting of the holding lamp 34 by 1 is also performed.

Next, the jackpot determination is performed (step S22), and it is determined whether or not the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot (step S23). If the jackpot is determined, the jackpot symbol data is acquired (step S24). In the process of step S24, the CPU 66 obtains the fixed stop symbol data based on the random number (the jackpot symbol determining random number) sampled in step S17 of the subroutine shown in FIG. When the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, in the variable display game, the variation display and the stop display of the identification information image are performed so that the combination display of the identification information image corresponding to the jackpot symbol data is stopped.

If it is determined in step S23 that the result of the jackpot determination is not a jackpot, that is, if it is out of place, the CPU 66 samples a random number, and based on the sampled random number, the identification information displayed at the end of the variable display game Missing symbol data corresponding to a combination of images (missing symbols) is acquired (step S25). When the result of the big hit determination is out of place, in the variable display game, the variation display and the stop display of the identification information image are performed so that the stop display is performed with the combination of the identification information images corresponding to the loss symbol data.

When the process of step S25 is executed, the CPU 66 determines whether or not the outlier symbol is a reach symbol (step S26). When the CPU 66 determines that the off symbol is not a reach symbol, the CPU 66 displays a change start command. It transmits to the control device 200 (step S27), waits until a predetermined period elapses, and continues the variable display of the identification information image (step S28). Thereafter, based on the off-set symbol data acquired in step S25, a plurality of symbols are displayed. A command to stop displaying the identification information image is transmitted to the display control device 200 (step S29), and this subroutine is finished.
As a result, on the display device 32, the identification information image is displayed in such a manner that it is variably displayed for a predetermined period, and then is stopped and displayed with the off symbol, and the variable display game ends.

On the other hand, if the jackpot symbol data is acquired in step S24, or if it is determined in step S26 that the missing symbol is a reach symbol, reach occurs in the variable display game. First, the CPU 66 transmits a change start command to the display control device 200 (step S30). Then, the display control device 200 that has received the command synthesizes a screen image including the identification information image, and the display device 32 displays the identification information image in such a manner that it is variably displayed.

Next, the CPU 66 selects a reach pattern (step S31). That is, the CPU 66 selects one of the reach patterns based on the random number (reach pattern determination random number) sampled in step S17 of the subroutine shown in FIG. select.

Next, the CPU 66 waits until a predetermined period of time elapses, continues the variable display of the identification information image (step S32), and then displays a reach symbol based on the reach pattern selected in step S31. Is transmitted to the display control apparatus 200 (step S33). Then, for example, a screen image including three identification information images is synthesized by the display control device 200 that has received the command, and two identification information images of the three identification information images are stopped and displayed on the display device 32. Displayed in a manner.

Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot (step S34). If it is determined that the jackpot is a jackpot, the CPU 66 waits until a predetermined period elapses, and displays a variation display of the final identification information image. Then, a stop command is transmitted to the display control device 200 so as to stop display with the jackpot symbol data acquired in step S24 (step S36). Thereafter, the CPU 66 performs jackpot game execution processing (step S37), and ends this subroutine.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S34 that the result of the jackpot determination is not a jackpot, the CPU 66 waits until a predetermined period elapses, and continues the variable display of the final identification information image (step S38). A stop command is transmitted to the display control apparatus 200 so as to stop display with the off symbol data acquired in S25 (step S39). Thereafter, the display of the identification information image is stopped until a predetermined period elapses (step S40), and this subroutine is terminated.

FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing a subroutine for performing a jackpot game execution process executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the second embodiment. In the flowchart shown in FIG. 11, the same reference numerals are given to steps that perform the same processing as the steps in the flowchart shown in FIG. 8.

First, a process of setting the number of rounds (n) to n = 0 and the number of winnings (b) to b = 0 is performed (step S50). In this process, the CPU 66 stores round number data in the RAM 70 assuming that the number of rounds (n) is n = 0, and stores winning number data in which the number of winnings (b) is b = 0.

Next, the CPU 66 updates (increases) the round number data stored in the RAM 70 so that the round number (n) becomes n = n + 1 (step S51). Next, the CPU 66 operates the shutter 40 by driving the solenoid 48 to open the special winning device 38 (step S52).

Next, it is determined whether or not there is a winning in the big winning device 38 (step S53). In this process, the CPU 66 determines whether or not a game ball has been awarded to the big prize device 38 by judging whether or not a detection signal has been received from the big prize port sensor 61 or the V sensor 63.

If it is determined that the winning device 38 has been won, the CPU 66 performs a process of updating (increasing) the winning number data stored in the RAM 70 so that the winning number (b) becomes b = b + 1 (step). S54). Next, the CPU 66 drives the payout device 59 to perform a process of paying out a predetermined number of game balls (step S55).

If it is determined in step S53 that there is no winning, or if the process of step S55 is executed, the CPU 66 next determines whether or not there is a V winning (winning in a specific area) (step S56). When determining in step S56 that there has been a V prize, the CPU 66 establishes a V flag (step S57).
If it is determined in step S56 that there is no V prize or if the process of step S57 is executed, the CPU 66 next determines whether or not the winning number (b) is b <10 (step S58). ), If the winning number (b) is b <10, it is determined whether or not a specified time (for example, 30 seconds) has elapsed since the large winning device 38 is opened (step S59).

If it is determined in step S59 that the specified time (30 seconds) has not elapsed, the process returns to step S53.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S58 that the winning number (b) is b <10, or if it is determined in step S59 that the specified time has elapsed, the CPU 66 drives the solenoid 48 to drive the shutter 40. Is operated to close the special winning device 38 (step S60).

Next, the CPU 66 determines whether or not the winning number (b) is b> 10 (step S61). When determining that the winning number (b) is b> 10, the CPU 66 performs a re-lottery process (step S73). This re-lottery process is a process of sampling a random number from a random number counter and storing the sampled random number in the RAM 70. Next, jackpot symbol data is acquired based on the sampled random numbers (step S74).
Next, the CPU 66 transmits a re-variation command to the display control device 200 (step S62). The re-variation command includes the jackpot symbol data acquired in step S74. Then, the display control device 200 that has received the command performs a variable display (revariation effect) of the plurality of identification information images stopped and displayed in step S36 of the subroutine shown in FIG.

Thereafter, the CPU 66 waits until a predetermined period elapses, and continues the variable display (re-lottery effect) of the plurality of identification information images (step S63), and then the symbol corresponding to the jackpot symbol data acquired in step S74. A stop command is transmitted to the display control device 200 so as to stop display at step S64. Then, the display control device 200 that has received the command displays a plurality of identification information images including the final identification information image on the display device 32 based on the jackpot symbol data.
When the processes of steps S73 to S74 and S62 to S64 are being executed, the CPU 66, the display control device 200, and the display device 32 exceed a predetermined number predetermined for the variable winning means (large winning device 38). When the game ball wins, it functions as a re-variation effect executing means for performing a re-change effect of the identification information image during the jackpot game.

If it is determined in step S61 that the number of winning (b) is not b> 10, or if the process of step S64 is executed, the CPU 66 determines whether or not the V flag is established (step S65). If it is determined that the V flag is established, it is determined whether or not the number of rounds (n) is n <15 (step S66).

When it is determined that the V flag is established and the number of rounds (n) is n <15, the CPU 66 stores the number of winnings stored in the RAM 70 so that the number of winnings (b) is b = 0. The data is updated (step S71), the V flag is cleared (step S75), and the next round is started.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S65 that the V flag is not established, or if it is determined in step S66 that the number of rounds (n) is not n <15, then the CPU 66 is stopped and displayed. In relation to the combination of a plurality of identification information images, a process of setting a probability that the plurality of identification information images will be a predetermined combination is performed thereafter (step S72). For example, when the combination of a plurality of identification information images is a combination indicating that the normal state is obtained, the probability that the plurality of identification information images will be a predetermined combination after that (probability of jackpot) is 1/317. If the combination of the plurality of identification information images is a combination indicating that the probability variation state is established, the probability that the plurality of identification information images will be a predetermined combination after that is set to 1/68. At this time, the CPU 66 functions as a probability changing unit. After executing the processing of step S72, this subroutine is terminated.

As described above, according to the pachinko gaming apparatus 10 according to the second embodiment, the player can intentionally execute the re-variation effect in which the presence / absence of the execution is determined by the computer by a surplus prize, By the re-variation effect, it is possible to obtain a benefit that the gaming state after the end of the big hit game can be changed to either the probability changing state or the normal state. As a result, the jackpot game itself is rich in change, and the fun of the game can be enhanced.

In the pachinko gaming machine according to the first and second embodiments, the re-variation effect of the identification information image is 1 by the re-variation effect executing means every time a surplus winning to the big winning device 38 occurs in one round of the big hit game. However, in the gaming machine according to the present invention, the identification information image is obtained by the number of times corresponding to the number of game balls won in a variable winning means (large winning device 38) exceeding a predetermined number. It is desirable to perform a re-variable production. This is because the player generates as many surplus winnings as possible so that the probability variation state is generated, so that there is an advantage that the player is not bored with the game by concentrating on the game.

In the gaming machine according to the present invention, the re-variation effect executing means may receive a winning game ball exceeding a predetermined number with respect to the variable winning means (big winning device 38) in the final round of the big hit game. It is also desirable to perform a re-variation effect on a plurality of identification information images.
If there is a surplus prize in the final round of the jackpot game, re-variable production will be performed, so that you can have a sense of expectation for the final round of the jackpot game and concentrate on continuing the jackpot game to the final round This is because, as a result, it is possible to arouse more interest and interest in the game.

Furthermore, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the re-variation effect executing means exceeds the predetermined number when the predetermined number of game balls are won with respect to the variable winning means (large winning device 38). It is also desirable to perform a lottery effect for a plurality of identification information images at the end of the final round of the jackpot game as many times as the number of winning game balls.
Since the re-variation production corresponding to the number of surplus winnings during the jackpot game is performed at the end of the final round, it can be expected until the final round of the jackpot game and will continue until the final round of the jackpot game This is because it is possible to concentrate, and as a result, it is possible to arouse more interest and interest in games.

In addition, in the gaming machine of the present invention, when a plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in a combination indicating that they are in a probable variation state, the re-variation effect executing means is re-executed even if a surplus prize is subsequently generated. It is desirable not to perform fluctuating effects. This is because the re-variation effect can reduce the possibility that a plurality of identification information images are stopped and displayed in a combination indicating that they are in a normal state and the player is hesitant.

In the embodiment of the present invention, the identification information image that is variably displayed or stopped on the display device is configured as a special symbol, but is not limited to this and is applied to a normal symbol. It may be applied to a decorative symbol that is displayed in a variable manner or stopped in conjunction with the display of a special symbol or a normal symbol.

Next, an example in the case where the present invention is applied to a decorative symbol that is displayed in a variable manner or stopped in conjunction with a special symbol display will be described.
FIGS. 12A to 12G are diagrams showing examples of screen images displayed on the display device of the gaming machine of the present invention.

When the variable display game is started, three decorative symbols arranged side by side are variably displayed on the screen image of the display device, and one special symbol is variably displayed in the upper right corner of the screen image (see FIG. 12 (a)). The special symbols are displayed in a manner that is difficult for the player to visually recognize.
After that, the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed at “6” to indicate that the reach has been reached (see FIG. 12B).

When the central decorative symbol is stopped and displayed at “6”, the three decorative symbols become a combination of “6”-“6”-“6”, and the jackpot game is started. At this time, in the upper right corner of the screen image, the special symbol is stopped and displayed as “7”.

After that, when a surplus prize is generated during the jackpot game, a re-variation effect is performed with a decorative symbol (see FIG. 12D), for example, “4”-“4”-“4” is stopped and displayed (see FIG. 12). 12 (e)). During this time, the special symbol at the upper right corner of the screen image remains stopped and displayed at “7”.

After that, if no surplus winnings occur until the end of the jackpot game, a re-variation effect is performed (see FIG. 12 (f)), and finally the three decorative symbols are stopped and displayed as a special symbol “7”. Is stopped and displayed with the same symbol combination “7”-“7”-“7” (see FIG. 12G).

In the above-described example, the case where the present invention is applied to a first type pachinko gaming apparatus (so-called seven machine) has been described. However, the present invention is applied to, for example, a second type pachinko gaming apparatus (so-called honey). Alternatively, the present invention may be applied to a third type pachinko gaming machine (so-called right object).

1 is a front view schematically showing a pachinko gaming machine according to a first embodiment. FIG. 2 is an enlarged front view schematically showing a game board of the pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG. 1. It is a block diagram which shows the internal structure of the pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a block diagram which shows the internal structure of the display control apparatus of the pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine which detects the game ball performed in the pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine which performs the variable display game process performed in the pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine for performing the jackpot game execution process performed in the pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine for producing | generating the screen image displayed on the display apparatus of the pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a figure which shows an example of the screen image displayed on the display apparatus of the pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine which performs the variable display game process performed in the pachinko gaming machine concerning a 2nd embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine for performing the jackpot game execution process performed in the pachinko game device which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the screen image displayed on the display apparatus of the game machine of this invention.

Explanation of symbols

10 Pachinko gaming device 14 Game board 32 Display device 38 Big prize opening 44 Start opening 60 Control circuits 66, 206 CPU
68, 208 ROM
70, 210 RAM
200 Display controller 212 VDP
214 Video RAM
216 Image data ROM

Claims (2)

Triggered by the winning of the game ball at the start opening, the display means for starting the variable display of the plurality of identification information, and then stopping and displaying the plurality of identification information,
Variable winning means that repeats opening and closing operations for a predetermined number of rounds when a jackpot game is started on condition that the plurality of pieces of identification information are stopped and displayed in a predetermined combination;
Probability changing means for changing the probability that the plurality of pieces of identification information will be a predetermined combination thereafter, in association with the combination of the plurality of pieces of identification information that are stopped and displayed,
A re-variation effect executing means for performing a re-variation effect of the identification information during the jackpot game when the game ball has won a predetermined number of times with respect to the variable winning means; A gaming machine characterized by The re-variation effect executing means performs the re-change effect of the identification information for the number of times corresponding to the number of game balls won in excess of a predetermined number set in advance with respect to the variable winning means. The gaming machine according to claim 1.

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