JP2006115874A - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a pachinko game machine which enables the players to positively take part in the creation or switching of the performances based on the collaboration between the players and the pachinko game machine by eliminating the monotony that leaves them merely watch the performance set by the pachinko game machine. <P>SOLUTION: In the pachinko game machine which has a varying part operable by the players, an identification display content decision means determines not only the first variation pattern but also the second variation pattern depending on the case based on the random numbers. An identification mark display control means has the first working area which works to vary the identification mark according to the first variation pattern and the second working area which works to vary the identification mark according to the second variation pattern. The pachinko game machine also has an identification mark variable pattern visual recognition means which displays the identification mark being varied according to the first variation pattern in the first working area and that being varied according to the second variation pattern in the second working area on the identification mark display part being visually recognizable when the given conditions are met by the operation of the varying part. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention is based on the fact that a game ball flows into a predetermined winning opening (starting opening), stops after the identification mark has been displayed in a variable manner for a predetermined time, and when the confirmed identification mark is in a predetermined mode, the special gaming state It relates to pachinko machines that can be transferred to.

A pachinko gaming machine, which has been said to be a kind of game machine, is a type of machine that obtains a winning random number in response to the inflow of a gaming ball to a starting port, and performs a special game when the winning random number is winning. Here, a series of flow from the normal game to the special game will be explained. First, the special display on the symbol display device is performed on the condition that the symbol variation start condition is established based on the inflow of the game ball to the starting port. The variation effect of the design and the decorative design is started, and both stop simultaneously after a predetermined time. Then, when the stop special symbol is a predetermined symbol arrangement, the game shifts from the normal game to the special game. In this type of special game, a unit game that keeps the big prize opening open a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 times) until a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, 10 balls) is won.
Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 07-313689

  Here, in general, the player tends to pay attention to “decorated symbols” which are displayed larger than other identification signs (special symbols and normal symbols) and which are rich in performance. Then, the player continues to watch whether or not the decorative symbol stops at the winning symbol for a predetermined time when the symbol is fluctuating. In other words, during the time of symbol variation, the player is currently doing nothing other than just looking at the variation content (direction) set inside the pachinko gaming machine during that time. Moreover, even if the player does not like the content of the change, it is not configured to be able to change to other content of change on the way. In addition, in such a case, there is a model that is configured to be able to forcibly end the production, but in this case, a fixed symbol is displayed immediately after the forcible end, which is the real pleasure of this type of pachinko gaming machine. As a result of the abandonment of a certain performance, the game content becomes stale. Therefore, the present invention is not a simple one that simply looks at the effects set in the pachinko gaming machine, but based on the collaboration between the player and the pachinko machine, the player actively creates or switches the effects. An object is to provide a pachinko machine that can be involved.

The present invention (1) includes a winning opening (starting opening 4) related to the transition to a special game advantageous to the player,
Random number acquisition means (winning random number acquisition means 123, pattern determination random number acquisition means 125a) for acquiring a random number (winning random number, effect pattern determination random number) based on the game ball flowing into the winning opening (starting opening 4);
Based on the random number (winning random number), hit determination means (win determination means 120) for determining whether to shift to the special game,
Based on the random number (winning random number, production pattern determination random number), an identification mark display content determination means (display content determination means 125) for determining a first variation pattern of the identification mark (decorative symbol) and a definite identification mark;
Based on the determination by the identification mark display content determination means (display content determination means 125), the variation pattern is displayed on an identification mark display portion (decoration symbol display portion 2-2) capable of variably displaying the identification mark (decoration symbol). An identification mark display control means (decoration pattern display control means 220) for displaying the confirmed identification mark after the identification mark (decoration pattern) is changed for a predetermined time according to
Special game execution means (special game control means 170) for executing the special game when the fixed identification mark of the identification mark (special symbol) is in a specific mode;
In the pachinko gaming machine provided with the identification sign display unit (decorative symbol display unit 2-2),
It further has a variable part (production tuner part 10) that can be operated by the player,
The identification display content determination means (display content determination means 125) determines a second variation pattern in some cases in addition to the first variation pattern based on the random number,
A first work area (first effect pattern work area 223b ₁ ) in which the identification mark display control means (decorative symbol display control means 220) performs an operation of changing the identification sign (decorative symbol) according to the first variation pattern. ), And a second work area (second effect pattern work area 223b ₂ ) for performing work for changing the identification mark (decorative symbol) according to the second change,
When a predetermined condition is satisfied by an operation of the variable unit (production tuner unit 10), the first work area (first production pattern work area 223b ₁ ) varies according to the first variation pattern. The identification mark (decoration pattern) that fluctuates in accordance with the second variation pattern in the identification mark (decoration pattern) or the second work area (second effect pattern work area 223b ₂ ) is displayed on the identification mark display unit ( The pachinko gaming machine further includes an identification sign variation pattern visualizing means (decorative design display control means 220) that is visibly displayed on the decorative design display section 2-2).

  The present invention (2) is the pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (1), wherein the predetermined condition is a case where the variable section (the production tuner section 10) is arranged at a predetermined position.

  The present invention (3) is the pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (2) in which the visible level is changed according to the predetermined position.

  The present invention (4) completely displays the first variation pattern or the second variation pattern of the identification mark (decorative symbol) at the specific location of the predetermined position, and as the distance from the specific location increases, The pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (3), wherein the visible level of the fluctuation pattern deteriorates continuously or stepwise.

  The present invention (5) is the pachinko gaming machine according to any one of the inventions (1) to (4), wherein the variable section (the production tuner section 10) is a dial type.

In the present invention (6), the second variation pattern of the identification mark (decorative symbol) is or is scheduled to be performed on the second work area (second effect pattern work area 223b ₂ ). In the case where there is or there is such a possibility, the information processing device further includes notification means (second effect pattern notification means 20) for notifying the player of the fact, any one of the above (1) to (5) It is a pachinko machine. Here, “when there is such a possibility” is a concept including a case where the second variation pattern is not performed or is not scheduled to be performed on the second work area.

  According to the present invention (1), when the “predetermined condition” is satisfied by the operation of the variable section by the player, the first variation pattern or the second variation pattern of the identification mark can be visually recognized. During the change of the identification mark in the player, the player changes from the situation of simply looking at the change as in the prior art to the situation where another change pattern can be seen by operating the variable part, The effect that the player can substantially switch or create the production can be achieved, and as a result, the game machine can be given high interest.

  According to the present invention (2), in addition to the above-described effect, the “predetermined condition” is set according to the position of the variable part and a condition that is easy for anyone to understand. There is an effect that the player can easily understand the operation at the time.

  According to the present invention (3), in addition to the above effects, the degree of visibility changes according to the predetermined position, so that the player is motivated to operate the variable portion in order to further increase the degree of visibility. There is an effect that can be.

  According to the present invention (4), in addition to the above effect, the degree to which the fluctuation pattern is visible deteriorates as the distance from the specific part increases. Conversely, the degree to which the fluctuation pattern is visible as the specific part approaches. As a result, the player can be made aware of which direction the variable part is moved to approach the specific location.

  According to the present invention (5), in addition to the above-described effects, the variable portion is a dial type, so that the player can easily operate.

  According to the present invention (6), in addition to the above-mentioned effect, the player can easily understand that the second variation pattern is internally performed or is possible. Play.

  Hereinafter, the meaning of terms in the present specification will be described, and the best mode for carrying out the present invention will be described. The technical scope of the present invention is not limited to the best mode described below. Specifically, in the following best mode, the order of each step and the processing of each step regarding various processing, such as applicable pachinko machines, places and functions where each means exists, will be described in a limited and specific manner. However, it is not limited to these. In the following best mode, the first type pachinko gaming machine is described as an example, but the technical scope of the present invention is not limited to the first type, for example, a multi-function machine including the first type, etc. Is also included.

  The “winning” is a concept including anything that can cause any profit state to the player regardless of whether or not the winning ball is paid out, and also includes a so-called “through chucker”. “Random number” is a random number for determining some game content in a pachinko machine. For example, “winning random number” related to the transition of special games, production contents (or production time) of special symbols and decorative symbols. “Fluctuation pattern determination random number” for determining, “Hit stop symbol random number” for determining a hit stop symbol, “Probability variation determination random number” for determining whether or not there is a probability variation, and the like. The “identification mark” refers to a special symbol or a decorative symbol, and a decorative symbol is preferable from the viewpoint of the player and the variety of contents of the production. The “variation pattern” can include, for example, a series of moving images from when one or more pieces of identification information fluctuate for a predetermined time until the identification information stops in a certain manner.

  Next, an example of a pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to the drawings. As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine adopts a configuration in which a front frame is fixed to be rotatable with respect to an outer frame. An accommodation frame for accommodating the game board 1 is formed in the front frame, and the game board 1 is held in the accommodation frame. In the game board, a game area partitioned by an inner rail and an outer rail is formed. In this game area, a special symbol display unit 2-1 for displaying a special symbol and a decorative symbol display for displaying a decorative symbol are displayed. The symbol display device 2 having the section 2-2, the start port 4 to which a sensor capable of detecting the inflow of the hit ball is attached, the big winning port 5 that can be continuously opened under a predetermined condition during the special game, and rotatable by the player There are provided an effect outlet 10, a game effect lamp 6 (for example, a side lamp), and an out port 7 for discharging a hit ball that has not been won in any of the winning ports out of the game area.

  FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine, and includes a main control device (main control device, main base) 100, a display control device (display control means, sub-base) 200, a prize ball payout mechanism 70 (a prize ball tank 71, A prize ball rail 73, a prize ball payout device 75), a prize ball control device 80, and the like are provided on the rear face of the front frame (on the opposite side to the game side).

  Next, FIG. 3 shows an example of a block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the preferred embodiment. As shown in FIG. 3, the main control device 100 is electrically connected to the start winning opening winning detection device (start opening 4), various game effect lamps (for example, the side lamp 6), the big winning opening 5, and the display control device 200. Furthermore, the display control device 200, the symbol display device 2, the effect tuner unit 10, and the second effect pattern notifying means 20 (for example, when the second variation pattern is determined, “operate the tuner. Message display, sound, lamp, etc.) are electrically connected. Hereinafter, each component will be described. First, the main control device 100 includes a winning determination means 110 for determining whether or not each winning opening has been won, a winning determination means 120 for determining whether or not to win and a variation mode of symbols associated therewith (for this, A special symbol display control means 130 for controlling the effect display of the special symbol on the special symbol display unit 2-1 of the symbol display device 2 and a command (for example, decoration) transmitted to the display control device 200. A decorative symbol display command transmission unit 140 and a special game control unit 170 for transmitting a symbol stop symbol and a variation pattern time) are provided.

  The hit determination means 120 is a random number acquisition condition {specifically, all conditions for acquiring a random number (winning random number, production pattern determination random number) such as whether or not the vehicle has passed through the start port and whether or not the hold is full) Random number acquisition condition determination means 121 for determining whether or not is satisfied}, a game situation for judging a current game situation (for example, a situation in which symbols are changing, a situation in which a special game is being performed) Determination means 122, winning random number acquisition means 123 for acquiring winning random numbers, winning determination means 127 for determining whether the acquired winning random numbers are winning, winning determination table 127a existing in the means 127, until variation start condition is established , Change hold storage means 124 for storing random numbers (winning random numbers, production pattern decision random numbers), change patterns (change time) and change results of symbols (special symbols and decorative symbols) Display content determination means 125 for determining (stop symbol) (this will be described later), the timing of the end of the change of the “special symbol” in the special symbol display unit 2-1, and the “decoration” in the decorative symbol display unit 2-2. It has a fluctuation time management means 126 for monitoring the timing of the end of the fluctuation of the symbol, and a timer 126a for managing the fluctuation time existing in the means 126.

  Here, the display content determination means 125 is stopped by managing the time of the selected variation pattern after grasping whether or not the winning random number is successful, the variation pattern determination unit 125a for determining the variation mode of the symbol A stop symbol determining means 125b for determining a symbol is provided. Here, the fluctuation pattern determination means 125a is a pattern determination random number acquisition means 125a-1 for acquiring an effect pattern determination random number when winning the starting port 4, and a fluctuation pattern table 125a referred to when determining the fluctuation pattern. -2.

The display control device 200 receives a command receiving unit 210 for receiving various commands transmitted from the main control device 100 side, and a variation pattern command (variation time information) from the main control device 100 side. From the variation pattern detail determining means 221 for determining the variation, the variation content detail table 222 used when determining a specific variation pattern, the production work area 223 for developing various productions to be described later, and the production tuner unit 10 Tuner operation information receiving means 224 for receiving operation information, tuner position determination for determining how close the current tuner position is to the correct tuner position corresponding to the determined “variation pattern” from the correct position Means 225 are included. Here, the variation pattern determining means 221 is based on variation time information related to the variation from the main control device 100 side, and includes at least one variation content (first variation pattern) and possibly another variation content (second variation). The fluctuation pattern is determined. Here, “depending on the case” refers to, for example, the case where the production time determined on the main control device 100 side is long, that is, the case where “reach” or “super reach” is internally selected as the production content. be able to. The production work area 223 is determined as a sandstorm production work area 223a for developing the “sandstorm production” and a first production pattern work area 223b ₁ for developing the determined “first variation pattern”. The second effect pattern work area 223b ₂ for developing the “second variation pattern” and the image composition work area 223c as a work area for combining the images developed in the plurality of work areas are provided. .

  Next, an example of the flow of processing performed on the main control device 100 side in the processing according to the best mode will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. First, FIG. 4 is a main flowchart showing a flow of general processing performed by the main controller 100. As shown in FIG. 4, the main controller 100 loops the special game determination random number acquisition process 100, the special game transition determination / design variation display process 200, the special game execution process 300, and the prize ball payout process 400. Is going. Then, when the conditions of each process are satisfied, the process is performed. When the conditions are not satisfied, the process is skipped and the next process is performed. The outline of each process will be described (excluding the processes described in detail below). First, the special game execution process 300 sets the special prize winning port 5 to a predetermined condition (for example, when the special game execution flag is on). , A special game with a content of performing a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 times) of a unit game that continues to be released until 10 game balls are won or 30 seconds have passed) The prize ball payout control means (not shown in the block diagram of FIG. 3) controls the prize ball payout means (not shown in the block diagram of FIG. 3) when a game ball wins a predetermined winning opening. This is a process for paying out a winning ball based on the winning. Hereinafter, other processes will be described in detail.

  First, the special game determination random number acquisition processing 100 in the best mode will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. First, in step 102, the winning determination means 110 determines whether or not a game ball has won a winning opening 4. In the case of Yes in step 102, in step 104, the random number acquisition condition determining unit 121 determines whether or not the number of reserved balls is not the upper limit (for example, whether or not it is three or less). In the case of Yes in step 104, in step 106, the winning random number acquisition unit 127 and the pattern determination random number acquisition unit 125a-1 acquire “winning random number” and “variation pattern determination random number”, and the symbol variation based on the hold The random number is recorded in the fluctuation holding storage means 124 until the game becomes permitted, and the process proceeds to the next process (special game transition determination / design fluctuation display process 200). It should be noted that the process proceeds to the next process (special game transition determination / symbol fluctuation display process 200) also in the case of No in step 102 and step 104.

  Next, the special game transition determination / symbol fluctuation display process 200 in the best mode will be described in detail with reference to the flowchart of FIG. First, in step 202, the game situation determination means 122 determines whether or not the change start condition of the hold ball is satisfied, specifically, whether or not the symbol change based on the previous hold ball is being performed, or the special game is not being executed. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 202, in step 204, the winning determination means 127 determines whether or not the “winning random number” is winning by referring to the winning determination table 127a, and the display content determination means 125 determines that “ Based on the “winning random number” and the “variation pattern determination random number”, the stop symbol and the variation content (particularly the variation time) are determined for the special symbol and the decorative symbol. Next, in step 206, the variation time management means 126 starts the timer 126a and manages the variation times of the “special symbol” and the “decorative symbol”. Next, in step 208, the special symbol display control means 130 starts changing the special symbol, and in step 210, the decorative symbol display command transmission means 140 sends a stop symbol related to the decorative symbol to the display control device 200. And information on fluctuation contents (particularly fluctuation time) is transmitted. Next, in step 212, the fluctuation time management means 126 refers to the timer 126a and determines whether or not the fluctuation end time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 212, in step 214, the special symbol display control means 130 stops the variation of the special symbol and displays the determined stop symbol. In step 216, the decorative symbol display command transmission unit 140 retransmits the confirmed stop symbol information regarding the decorative symbol to the display control device 200. Next, in step 218, it is determined whether or not the winning determination means 127 determines that the “winning random number” is a winning, that is, whether or not the stop symbol of the special symbol is a winning symbol display. In the case of Yes in step 218, in step 220, the hit determination means 120 turns on the special game execution flag, and proceeds to the next process (special game execution process 300). In addition, also when No in step 202, step 212, and step 218, it transfers to the following process (special game execution process 300).

Next, the sub-side display control process 500 performed on the sub (display control apparatus 200) side will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. First, in step 502, the command receiving means 210 determines whether or not information about decorative symbols {information about fluctuation contents (especially time information) and stop symbols} has been received from the main (main control device 100) side. In the case of Yes in step 502, in step 504, the variation pattern detail determination means 221 refers to the variation content detail table 222 and selects at least one variation content (first variation pattern) from a plurality of variation pattern candidates related to the variation time. (Here, the first variation pattern is displayed on the decorative symbol display section 2-2 at the start of the production, and the pattern is continuously displayed unless the player operates the production tuner 10.) Become). At this time, for example, when the variation time is long (that is, reach or super reach), the variation pattern detail determination means 221 further selects another variation content from a plurality of variation pattern candidates related to the variation time. Work to determine (second variation pattern). Next, in step 505, the second effect pattern notifying means 20 determines whether or not the second variation pattern has been determined. If yes, in step 506, the player is notified that the effect has been selected. (For example, turn on the lamp). If No in step 505, the process proceeds to step 507. Next, in step 507, the decorative pattern display control means 220, and starts the "sandstorms effect" in sandstorms effect workspace 223a in effect work area 223, "first shift pattern in the first performance pattern workspace 223b ₁ start the "Furthermore, in the second variation pattern has also been determined state," second movement pattern in the second performance pattern workspace 223b ₂ "also starts. That is, the plurality of production contents proceed simultaneously in a plurality of work areas (memory). In step 508, the decorative symbol display control means 220 displays the “first effect pattern” developed in the first effect pattern work area 223b ₁ on the symbol display device 2 (that is, at this stage, the sandstorm The “sandstorm effect” developed in the effect work area 223a and the “second variation pattern” developed in the second effect pattern work area 223b ₂ are not displayed on the symbol display device 2). Next, in step 510, the tuner operation information receiving unit 224 determines whether or not tuner operation information based on the player operating the tuner unit 10 has been received. Here, in the case of No in step 510, the decorative symbol display control means 220 proceeds to the next process in a state where the first effect pattern is continuously displayed. On the other hand, if Yes in step 510, in step 514, the tuner position determination means 225 determines whether or not the tuner position set by the player is within the “predetermined range”.

  Here, the concept of the “predetermined range” will be described with reference to FIG. First, in the figure, A is the rotation start position of the production tuner unit 10, Z is the rotation end position of the production tuner unit 10, and when the position is set to A, the “first variation pattern” is always displayed. Will be. In the figure, B to H correspond to predetermined effects. For example, A (initial position) is “a simple change in which three numbers change up and down” (normal reach in the case of reach), B is “Cooking Program Reach” and C is “Song Battle Program Reach”. When the selected second variation pattern is “singing battle reach”, when the production tuner portion is set at the position C, “singing battle program reach” is displayed. Here, when the position is not the position of C but is set to a position close to the position of C, “singing battle program reach” is displayed to some extent (detailed in the item of “effect switching process”). The range displayed to some extent is the “predetermined range”. Specifically, the range is ± 2 from the position of C.

  Returning to the flowchart of FIG. 7, if “Yes” in step 514, the process proceeds to the effect switching process in step 550. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 514, the symbol display control means 220 displays the sandstorm effect developed on the sandstorm effect work area 223a, and proceeds to step 516. In step 516, the command receiving means 210 determines whether or not information related to the confirmed decorative design has been received from the main controller 100 side. If yes in this step, in step 518, the symbol display control means 220 The confirmed decorative design is displayed on the decorative design display section 2-2.

Next, the effect switching process 550 in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. First, in step 552, the tuner position determination means 225 determines whether the tuner setting position is the first fluctuation pattern position, or if the second fluctuation pattern is determined, the first fluctuation pattern position or It is determined whether or not it is the second variation pattern position. In the case of Yes in step 552, in step 554, the decorative symbol display control means 220 is developed in the “first variation pattern” developed in the first effect pattern work area 223b ₁ or the second effect pattern work area 223b _2. The “second variation pattern” is completely displayed on the decorative symbol display section 2-2. On the other hand, if No in step 552, in step 556, the tuner position determination means 225 determines whether or not the difference between the tuner installation position and the fluctuation pattern position is ± 1. In the case of Yes in step 558, the decorative pattern display control means 220, the image compositing area 223c, is expanded and deployed in sandstorms effect workspace 223a as "sand storm effect" in the first performance pattern workspace 223b ₁ The “first variation pattern” or the “second variation pattern” developed in the second production pattern work area 223b ₂ is synthesized at a ratio of 30:70 (moving image), and the synthesis production is displayed as a decorative pattern. It is displayed on the display unit 2-2. On the other hand, if No in step 556, that is, if the difference between the tuner installation position and the fluctuation pattern position is greater than ± 1 and less than or equal to ± 2, the decorative symbol display control means 220 displays a sandstorm in the image composition work area 223c. "Sandstorm effect" developed in the production work area 223a and "First fluctuation pattern" developed in the first production pattern work area 223b or "Second fluctuation" developed in the second production pattern work area 223b _2. An image (moving image) is synthesized with a “pattern” at a ratio of 70:30, and the synthesis effect is displayed on the decorative symbol display section 2-2.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to FIGS. In the following description, it is assumed that the second effect pattern of the decorative design is determined to be performed internally, and that “singing battle program reach” is selected as the second effect pattern (that is, The notification lamp is on). First, after starting the production, three numbers are displayed on the image display device 2 as shown in FIG. 10, and a “normal production” (normal reach production in the case of reach) stops in order from the left as time passes. Is displayed. If left as it is, all the numbers stop after a predetermined time. Here, if the player operates the effect tuner unit 10 clockwise before the change is stopped, the display content on the decorative symbol display unit 2-2 changes according to the position of the effect tuner unit 10. . That is, the “normal effect” becomes difficult to see as a result of the “sandstorm effect” being combined with the distance from the initial position “A”. Specifically, when proceeding one scale clockwise from the initial position “A”, as shown in FIG. 11, an effect in which a slight storm is mixed with the normal effect is performed on the decorative symbol display section 2-2 ( Normal production 70%: Sandstorm 30%). Then, when proceeding further by one scale in the clockwise direction, as shown in FIG. 12, an effect in which a sandstorm is considerably mixed with a normal effect is performed on the decorative symbol display section 2-2 (normal effect 30%: sandstorm 70%). . Then, when the clock advances further by one scale, as shown in FIG. 13, it completely changes to a sandstorm effect. After that, the sandstorm production continues for a while, even if it goes clockwise. Then, when approaching the position (“C”) corresponding to “song battle program reach” which is the second variation pattern determined internally, specifically, the sixth scale (“C” from “A”). When the second scale) is reached, the decorative symbol effect on the decorative symbol display section 2-2 is changed from the effect of “Sandstorm” only in FIG. 13 to the “Sandstorm effect” shown in FIG. It changes to a production (Sandstorm production: song battle program reach = 70: 30) in which “battle program reach” is somewhat incorporated. At this time, the player can confirm the “singing battle program reach” slightly, and know that the position of the production tuner unit 10 has approached the correct position. Further, when the player moves the position closer to “C” by operating the production tuner unit 10 clockwise, the seventh scale from “A” (the first scale from “C”) is reached. At that time, the effect on the decorative symbol display unit 2-2 is an effect in which “song battle program reach” is slightly incorporated in the “sand storm effect” shown in FIG. 14 (sand storm effect: song battle program reach = 70: 30). Then, the production changes to a production (Sandstorm production: song battle program reach = 30: 70) in which “Sandstorm production” is incorporated in the “singing game program reach” shown in FIG. Thereby, the player can confirm the “singing battle program reach” quite clearly, and know that the position of the production tuner unit 10 is closer to the correct position. Further, when the player sets the position to “C” by operating the production tuner unit 10 in the clockwise direction, the production (sandstorm production) in which “Sandstorm production” is slightly incorporated in the “singing battle program reach” shown in FIG. Production: song battle program reach = 30: 70) changes to a complete (clear) song battle program reach shown in FIG. Thereby, the player can enjoy “singing battle program reach”.

  If the reach end time of the reach is reached in the state shown in FIGS. 11 to 15 (the state where the decorative symbols are not completely visible), the confirmed decorative design screen (for example, from FIG. 11 to FIG. 15) The display content is suddenly switched to (display contents as shown in FIG. 13).

  Further, in the best mode, in addition to the first variation pattern, the second variation pattern can be internally performed in some cases, but a plurality of variation patterns such as the third variation pattern and the fourth variation pattern are internally generated. You may comprise so that it can be performed.

  According to this best mode, when the “predetermined condition” is satisfied by the player's operation of the production tuner unit 10, the first variation pattern or the second variation pattern of the decorative design becomes visible. During the change of the decorative pattern in the inside, the situation where the player simply looks at the change as in the prior art changes to a situation in which another change pattern can be seen by operating the effect tuner unit 10. Therefore, it is possible to perform an effect that the player can substantially switch or create an effect, and as a result, it is possible to impart a high interest to the gaming machine.

  Furthermore, according to the best mode, the “predetermined condition” is set according to the position of the production tuner unit 10 and a condition that is easy for anyone to understand. The player can easily understand the game.

  Further, according to the best mode, the degree of visibility changes according to the predetermined position, so that the player can be motivated to operate the production tuner unit 10 in order to increase the degree of visibility. There is an effect.

  Furthermore, according to the best mode, the degree of visibility of the variation pattern deteriorates as the distance from the specific portion is increased, that is, the degree of visibility of the variation pattern improves as the position approaches the specific position. There is an effect that it is possible to make the player recognize whether the specific tuner portion 10 is approached by moving the production tuner unit 10.

  Furthermore, according to this best mode, since the production tuner unit is a dial type, there is an effect that it is easier for the player to operate.

  Furthermore, according to this best mode, the player can easily understand that the second variation pattern is internally performed or is possible.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 4 is a main flowchart on the main controller side according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 5 is a flowchart of special game determination random number acquisition processing according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of special game transition determination / symbol variation display processing according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of sub-side display control processing according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 8 shows an effect switching process according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 9 is an external view of an effect tuner unit according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 10 is a normal effect (100% display) according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 11 is a normal effect (70% display, 30% is a sandstorm effect) according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 12 is a normal effect (30% display, 70% is a sandstorm effect) according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 13 is a sandstorm effect (100% display) according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 14 is a song battle program effect (30% display, 70% is a sandstorm effect) according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 15 is a song battle program effect (70% display, 30% is a sandstorm effect) according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 16 is a song battle program effect (100% display) according to the best mode of the present invention.

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2-2 Decorative Symbol Display Unit 4 Start Port 10 Effect Tuner Unit 20 Second Effect Pattern Notification Unit 120 Hit Determination Unit 123 Hit Random Number Acquisition Unit 125 Display Content Determination Unit 125a Pattern Determination Random Number Acquisition Unit 170 Special Game Control Unit 220 Decoration Symbol Display Control means 223b ₁ first effect pattern work area 223b ₂ second effect pattern work area

Claims (6)

A prize opening related to the transition to a special game advantageous to the player,
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on a game ball flowing into the winning opening;
Hit determination means for determining whether to shift to the special game based on the random number,
Based on the random number, the identification mark display content determination means for determining the first variation pattern of the identification mark and the definite identification mark,
Based on the determination by the identification mark display content determination means, an identification mark that displays the confirmed identification mark after the identification mark is changed for a predetermined time in accordance with the fluctuation pattern on the identification mark display section capable of variably displaying the identification mark Display control means;
Special game execution means for executing the special game when the fixed identification mark of the identification mark is in a specific mode;
In the pachinko gaming machine provided with the identification mark display unit,
It further has a variable part that can be operated by the player,
The identification display content determination means determines a second variation pattern depending on the case, in addition to the first variation pattern, based on the random number,
The identification mark display control means performs a work for changing the identification mark in accordance with the first fluctuation pattern, and a second work area for changing the identification mark in accordance with the second fluctuation pattern. A work area,
When the predetermined condition is satisfied by the operation of the variable part, the second change pattern in the identification mark or the second work area is changed according to the first change pattern in the first work area. A pachinko gaming machine further comprising: an identification sign variation pattern visualizing means for displaying the identification sign that is fluctuating according to the visual recognition on the identification sign display section.   The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the predetermined condition is a case where the variable portion is arranged at a predetermined position.   The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein a visible level is changed according to the predetermined position.   In the specific location of the predetermined position, the first variation pattern or the second variation pattern of the identification mark is completely displayed, and the degree of visibility of the variation pattern is continuous as the distance from the specific location increases. Or the pachinko machine of Claim 3 which deteriorates in steps.   The pachinko gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the variable portion is a dial type.   Informing means for informing the player of the fact when the second variation pattern of the identification mark is performed on the second work area or when the second variation pattern of the identification mark is scheduled or is likely to be performed. The pachinko gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5, further comprising: