JP2006122087A - Pachinko game machine (3) - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a pachinko game machine in which the dispersion of a game profit return timing with respect to a normal pattern after shifting to a specified game state is dissolved. <P>SOLUTION: The pachinko game machine is further provided with an identification information variation forcibly ending means for forcibly ending the variation of identification information under a prescribed condition. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to a pachinko gaming machine having an ordinary electric accessory that can be opened and closed based on a variation result of identification information and a specific game (time-reduction game) in which the variation time of the identification information can be shortened.

  Conventionally, in a pachinko machine, a lottery is performed based on a hitting ball flowing into a predetermined winning portion {for example, a start port or a passage port (gate)} in the game area, and the lottery result is displayed as an identification information display device. What is displayed on (for example, an image display device) (conventional “first type” type) is widely popular. Recently, the pachinko machines described above have been sold in addition to the so-called jackpots, creating a situation that is advantageous to the player. A game to which a specific game such as a variation shortening game (time shortening game) for changing a winning rate at a start opening related to the special symbol is added is known.

In such a gaming machine, a symbol operation area disposed on the game board, and a symbol that displays a symbol corresponding to a lottery result after displaying a variation for a predetermined time due to a hitting ball flowing into the symbol operation region. A display device and an electric accessory that is opened for a predetermined time when a specific mode is displayed on the symbol display device (the lottery result was a win), and during normal games, the symbol variation time is lengthened. (For example, 30 seconds), and the opening time for winning is set short (for example, 0.5 seconds). During a specific game, the symbol variation time is shortened (for example, 5 seconds) and the opening time for winning is set long (for example, For example, 3 seconds). Here, the symbol variation time is managed by determining the game situation (whether or not a specific game is in progress) at the start of variation, setting the symbol variation time, and determining whether the set time has elapsed. Done.
Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 07-313689

  However, in such a management method, the normal symbol that is fluctuating at the time of transition to the specific gaming state will fluctuate for the time set based on the information before the transition, and the normal symbol after the transition to the specific gaming state There is a problem that the timing of profit return of the game varies. For example, referring to the “prior art” column in the timing chart of FIG. 9, if the change of the normal symbol is stopped immediately before the end of the special game and the change of the next normal symbol is started, the special symbol is changed during the change. Even if a transition is made from the gaming state to the specific gaming state, the variation time of the non-specific gaming state is set for the variation, so as shown in the figure, the variation of the normal symbol is stopped first after the special game is finished. Until then, there was a problem that it took a long time (up to 30 seconds) after the special game ended.

The present invention (1) relates to a first variable winning opening that can take a normal state in which a game ball can win and an open state in which it is easier to win than the normal state, related to the transition to a special game advantageous to the player. {Starting winning opening 20 (4), Starting winning opening 20 (5)},
A second variable winning opening {Large winning opening 10 (4), Large winning opening 10 (5)} that can take an open state in which the game ball is easy to win and a closed state in which it is difficult to win, related to the special game;
A winning portion {passing port 30 (4), passing port 30 (5)} related to the state transition of the first variable winning port {start winning port 20 (4), starting winning port 20 (5)};
Identification information display unit {normal symbol display unit 44 (4), normal symbol display unit 44 (4) related to the state transition of the first variable winning port {start winning port 20 (4), starting winning port 20 (5)} 5)},
First random number acquisition for acquiring a first random number (for example, a winning random number) based on the flow of game balls into the first variable winning opening {start winning opening 20 (4), starting winning opening 20 (5)} Means {special symbol random number acquisition means 112 (4), special symbol random number acquisition means 112 (5)};
Based on said first random number (for example, winning random number), special game transition determining means for determining whether or not to shift to a special game {special game determination execution means 140 (4), special game determination execution means 140 (5)} When,
In response to the decision to move to the special game, a unit game that maintains the open state under a predetermined condition by controlling the second variable winning opening {Large winning opening 10 (4), Large winning opening 10 (5)}. Special game execution means {special game execution means 144 (4), special game execution means 144 (5)} to be performed one or more times;
Second random number acquisition means {ordinary symbol random number acquisition for acquiring a second random number (for example, a winning random number) based on a game ball flowing into the winning portion {pass port 30 (4), pass port 30 (5)} Means 114 (4), ordinary symbol random number obtaining means 114 (5)},
Whether or not to shift the first variable winning opening {start winning opening 20 (4), starting winning opening 20 (5)} from the normal state to the open state based on the second random number (for example, winning random number) First variable winning opening state transition determining means for determining the above {regular electric power thing determination means 124 (4), normal electric power object determination means 124 (5)},
Based on the determination of the first variable winning award opening state transition determining means {ordinary electric accessory determination unit 124 (4), normal electric accessory determination unit 124 (5)}, the identification information display unit {normal symbol display unit 44 (4), normal symbol display unit 44 (5)}, the identification information variation display means {normal symbol control means 134 (4), symbol display device 40 () 4) normal symbol control means 134 (5), symbol display device 40 (5)},
Specific identification information (ordinary symbol) in the identification information fluctuation display means {normal symbol control means 134 (4), symbol display device 40 (4), normal symbol control means 134 (5), symbol display device 40 (5)}. Is displayed, the first variable prize opening state transition execution is performed to control the first variable prize opening {start prize opening 20 (4), start prize opening 20 (5)} to be opened under a predetermined condition. Means {normal electric accessory opening / closing control means 150 (4), ordinary electric accessory opening / closing control means 150 (5)},
A pachinko that can take a variation shortened gaming state in which a predetermined time relating to a variation in the identification information (ordinary symbol) is a first time and a non-variable shortened gaming state in which a second time is longer than the first time. In gaming machines,
Identification information variation forced termination means {normal symbol variation forced termination means 134b (4), normal symbol variation forced termination determination execution means 134c (5)} for forcibly terminating the variation of the identification information under a predetermined condition. This is a pachinko machine characterized by this.

  The present invention (2) is the pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (1), wherein the predetermined condition is the end of the special game.

The present invention (3) further includes special game end determination means {game state determination means 125 (4)} for determining whether or not the special game has ended,
The identification information change forced end means {normal symbol change forced end means 134b (4)} is based on the special game end determination result by the special game end determination means {game state determination means 125 (4)}. The pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (2), which is configured to forcibly end the fluctuation of the normal symbol).

  According to the present invention (4), the identification information variation forced termination means {normal symbol variation forced termination determination execution means 134c (5)} detects the variation of the identification information based on an instruction from the player after the end of the special game. The pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (2) or (3) configured to be forcibly terminated.

  In addition to the above invention, one or more of the following modifications may be combined with each invention.

This change mode (1-1) is related to the transition to a special game advantageous to the player, and is a first state in which a game ball can win a normal state and an open state in which it is easier to win than the normal state. Variable prize opening {start prize opening 20 (1)},
A second variable winning opening {Large winning opening 10 (1)} that can take an open state in which the game ball is easy to win and a closed state in which it is difficult to win, related to the special game;
A winning portion {passing port 30 (1)} related to the state transition of the first variable winning port {start winning port 20 (1)};
An identification information display unit {normal symbol display unit 44 (1)} related to the state transition of the first variable winning port {start winning port 20 (1)};
First random number acquisition means {special symbol random number acquisition means 112 for acquiring a first random number (for example, a winning random number) based on a game ball flowing into the first variable winning opening {start winning opening 20 (1)} (1)},
Special game transition determining means {special game determination executing means 140 (1)} for determining whether or not to shift to a special game based on the first random number (for example, a winning random number);
In response to the decision to shift the special game, the second variable prize opening {large prize opening 10 (1)} is controlled to perform a special game execution means for performing a unit game that keeps an open state under a predetermined condition a plurality of times { Special game execution means 144 (1)},
Second random number obtaining means {ordinary symbol random number obtaining means 114 (1)} for obtaining a second random number (for example, winning random number) based on the game ball flowing into the winning portion {passage 30 (1)}; ,
Based on the second random number (for example, a winning random number), the first variable winning prize for determining whether or not the first variable winning prize opening {start winning prize opening 20 (1)} is shifted from the normal state to the open state is determined. Mouth state transition determining means {ordinary electric appliances determining means 124 (1)};
Based on the determination by the first variable winning opening state transition determining means {ordinary electric accessory determination means 124 (1)}, the identification information display unit {normal symbol display unit 44 (1)} uses the identification information (normal symbol). Identification information variation display means {normal symbol control means 134 (1), symbol display device 40 (1)} that is stopped after fluctuating for a predetermined time;
When specific identification information (ordinary symbols) is displayed on the identification information fluctuation display means {normal symbol control means 134 (1), symbol display device 40 (1)}, the first variable winning prize opening {start winning prize opening 20 (1)} having a first variable prize opening state transition execution means {normal electric accessory opening / closing control means 150 (1)} for controlling the opening state under a predetermined condition.
A pachinko that can take a variation shortened gaming state in which a predetermined time relating to a variation in the identification information (ordinary symbol) is a first time and a non-variable shortened gaming state in which a second time is longer than the first time. In gaming machines,
Unit game time measuring means {unit game time measuring means 144a ₁ (1)} for measuring a time required for each unit game a predetermined number of times among the plurality of unit games;
Special game end time estimating means for taking an average value of the time required for the predetermined number of unit games measured by the unit game time measuring means and estimating an end time of the special game based on the average value {special game end Time estimation means 144a ₃ (1)};
In the estimated end time estimated by the special game end time estimation means {special game end time estimation means 144a ₃ (1)}, the identification information (ordinary symbol) that has fluctuated at the end of the estimation is stopped. Identification information stop time estimation means {normal symbol stop time estimation means 144a ₄ (1)} for further estimating time;
A unit that changes the time of the closed state between unit games after the unit game measured by the unit game time measuring means {unit game time measuring means 144a ₁ (1)} based on the estimated identification information stop time. Time change means between games {Time change means between unit games 144a (1)}
This is a pachinko gaming machine characterized by having

In this change mode (1-2), the unit game time measurement means {unit game time measurement means 144a ₁ (1)} is used to measure a predetermined time that is the same as or shorter than the estimated identification information stop time. The pachinko gaming machine according to the modification (1-1), which is allocated equally or unequally to the time of the closed state existing between the unit games after the unit game.

The change mode (2-1) is a first variable that can take a normal state in which the game ball can win and an open state in which it is easier to win than the normal state, related to the transition to a special game advantageous to the player. Winning entrance {Starting winning opening 20 (2), Starting winning opening 20 (3)},
A second variable winning opening {Large winning opening 10 (2), Large winning opening 10 (3)} that can take an open state in which the game ball is easy to win and a closed state in which it is difficult to win, related to the special game;
A winning portion {passing port 30 (2), passing port 30 (3)} related to the state transition of the first variable winning port {start winning port 20 (2), starting winning port 20 (3)};
Identification information display unit {normal symbol display unit 44 (2), normal symbol display unit 44 (2) related to the state transition of the first variable winning port {start winning port 20 (2), starting winning port 20 (3)} 3)},
First random number acquisition for acquiring a first random number (for example, a winning random number) based on the flow of game balls into the first variable winning opening {start winning opening 20 (2), starting winning opening 20 (3)} Means {special symbol random number acquisition means 112 (2), special symbol random number acquisition means 112 (3)};
Based on the first random number (for example, a winning random number), special game transition determining means for determining whether or not to shift to a special game {special game determination execution means 140 (2), special game determination execution means 140 (3)} When,
In response to the decision to move to the special game, a unit game that maintains the open state under a predetermined condition by controlling the second variable winning opening {Large winning opening 10 (2), Large winning opening 10 (3)}. Special game execution means {special game execution means 144 (2), special game execution means 144 (3)} to be performed one or more times;
Second random number acquisition means {ordinary symbol random number acquisition for acquiring a second random number (for example, a winning random number) based on a game ball flowing into the winning portion {pass port 30 (2), pass port 30 (3)} Means 114 (2), ordinary symbol random number obtaining means 114 (3)},
Whether or not to shift the first variable winning opening {start winning opening 20 (2), starting winning opening 20 (3)} from the normal state to the open state based on the second random number (for example, winning random number) A first variable winning opening state transition determining means for determining whether or not {regarding means for ordinary electric accessory 124 (2), determining means for ordinary electric accessory 124 (3)};
Based on the determination of the first variable winning award opening state transition determining means {ordinary electric accessory determination unit 124 (2), normal electric accessory determination unit 124 (3)}, the identification information display unit {normal symbol display unit 44 (2), normal symbol display unit 44 (3)}, the identification information variation display means {normal symbol control means 134 (2), symbol display device 40 () 2) normal symbol control means 134 (3), symbol display device 40 (3)},
Specific identification information (ordinary symbol) in the identification information fluctuation display means {normal symbol control means 134 (2), symbol display device 40 (2), normal symbol control means 134 (3), symbol display device 40 (3)} Is displayed, the first variable prize opening state transition control is executed to control the first variable prize opening {start prize opening 20 (2), start prize opening 20 (3)} to be opened under a predetermined condition. Means {normal electric accessory opening / closing control means 150 (2), ordinary electric accessory opening / closing control means 150 (3)},
A pachinko that can take a variation shortened gaming state in which a predetermined time relating to a variation in the identification information (ordinary symbol) is a first time and a non-variable shortened gaming state in which a second time is longer than the first time. In gaming machines,
Identification information stop remaining time grasping means {acquisition of normal symbol variation time information) for grasping the remaining time until the identification information (ordinary symbol) that has fluctuated at the point of time ends at the end of the one or more unit games Means 144f (2), normal symbol variation time acquisition means 122a (3)},
Based on the remaining time, the special game transition determining means performed immediately after the end of one or more unit games {special-electric-equity-per-unit determining means 122 (2), special-electric-unit-per-unit determining means 122 (3)} Special game transition determination timing changing means for changing the timing for performing the transition determination of special games by {special electric utility object hit determining means 122 (2), special game end extension flag control means 144e (2), special symbol variation start determining means 122b (3), special symbol variation start extension flag generating means 144d (3)}
This is a pachinko gaming machine characterized by having

  In the change mode (2-2), the timing for performing the transition determination of the special game performed immediately after the end of the one or more unit games is the same as the time when the identification information is stopped or a predetermined time from the time This is a pachinko gaming machine according to the modified embodiment (2-1), which is the front.

  The change mode (2-3) is an image provided in the game area between the end time of the one or more unit games and the transition determination time of the special game performed after the end of the one or more unit games. Standby image display means {display control means 130 (2), display control means 130 (3) for controlling to display a predetermined standby image on the display device {symbol display device 40 (2), symbol display device 40 (3)} } Is a pachinko gaming machine according to the modification (2-2).

  According to the present invention (1), since the identification information is stopped immediately under the “predetermined condition” after the special game is finished, the first identification information is always forever for the player, especially when shifting from the special game to the variable shortening game. Can avoid the situation where the fluctuation of the game does not stop, so that the frustration can be solved and for the pachinko parlor, the player stops the launch of the game ball from the end of the special game until the fluctuation of the first identification information stops. It is possible to avoid the state and to increase the operating rate.

  According to the present invention (2), in addition to the effect of the above-mentioned invention (1), since the fluctuation of the identification information is stopped immediately after the special game is finished, the player's irritation can be further eliminated and the operation rate improvement in the pachinko parlor can be further improved. There is an effect that it is possible to plan.

  According to the present invention (3), in addition to the effect of the above invention (2), since the fluctuation of the identification information automatically stops after the special game is finished, especially a player such as a pachinko beginner or an elderly person, There is an effect that it is possible to reliably receive the profit.

  According to the present invention (4), in addition to the effect of the above invention (2), after the special game is over, the change of the identification information can be stopped at the player's own discretion. For the player, there is an effect that it becomes possible to further enhance interest.

  Furthermore, the effect at the time of combining a change aspect is demonstrated.

  According to this change mode (1-1), since the change of the identification information is stopped in a short time after the end of the special game, especially for the player, when the transition is made from the special game state to the variable reduction game state, it is always the first time. This avoids the situation where the fluctuation of the identification information does not stop, so that the frustration can be solved and for the pachinko parlor, the player releases the game ball from the end of the special game until the fluctuation of the first identification information stops. It is possible to avoid the state of stopping the operation and to increase the operating rate.

  According to this change mode (1-2), in addition to the effect of the above-mentioned change mode (1-1), the “predetermined time” during which the player cannot receive the benefits of the fluctuation-reduced gaming state is the most enjoyable time for the player. Since a configuration has been adopted in which a specific game is allocated evenly or unevenly to the time of the closed state existing between unit games, the existence of “predetermined time” that cannot receive the profit is diluted from the player's consciousness. There is an effect that can be made.

  According to this change mode (2-1), since the transition decision timing of the special game can be changed based on the variation information of the identification information at the end of one or a plurality of unit games, the player can It is possible to recognize that the fluctuation of the identification information does not stop until the transition decision is started, and as a result, the first variable winning opening is not opened, and the game ball is fired at a disadvantageous time for the player There is an effect that this can be prevented in advance.

  According to this change mode (2-2), in addition to the effect of the above-mentioned change mode (2-1), the first special game transition decision timing immediately after the end of the special game (the winning lottery timing for the first reserved ball) Later, since the fluctuation of the identification information stops immediately or after a predetermined time has elapsed, avoid the situation that bores the player, such as the special symbol change based on all the reserved balls ends and the special symbol stops. There is an effect that becomes possible.

  According to this change mode (2-3), in addition to the effect of the above change mode (2-2), the transition decision of the one or more unit game end points and the first special game immediately after the end of the special game Since the standby image is displayed between the time (the winning lottery for the first holding ball), the player must not open the first variable winning opening while the standby image is displayed. In addition, there is an effect that it becomes possible to entertain a boring time until a decision to shift to a special game is made with a standby image.

  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 first to fifth best modes 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.

  First, the meaning of terms used in the claims and the specification will be described. The “open state” means a state in which the second variable winning opening is open, and the “closed state” means not only the state in which the second variable winning opening is closed, but also the open state described above. It means that it is difficult to win a prize. “Winning” does not necessarily mean that a prize ball is involved, but is a concept that indicates that there is a possibility of producing some profit when entering an object (for example, various winning openings, passing openings). “Identification information” refers to all display information that can be visually identified by the player, such as liquid crystal patterns (symbols, numbers, characters, etc.) and lamps such as LEDs (7 segments, dots, etc.). be able to. The “first random number” and the “second random number” are concepts including at least a winning random number. “Uneven” in “Allocate evenly or unevenly” means that the closing time is extended only for one round, or the closing time between one round is longer or shorter than the closing time between other rounds. It means that. Examples of the “non-variable shortened gaming state” include a normal gaming state and a special gaming state. Examples of the “variable shortening gaming state” include a time shortening gaming state and a probability varying gaming state (a probability varying gaming state with a time shortening function).

  First, an example of a pachinko gaming machine according to the first 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. The front frame is formed with a housing frame for housing the game board 1 (1), and the game board 1 (1) is held in the housing frame. In the game board, a game area partitioned by an inner rail and an outer rail is formed. In this game area, a symbol display unit 42 (1) for displaying a special symbol and a normal symbol for displaying a normal symbol. A symbol display device 40 (1) having a display unit 44 (1), a passage opening (normal symbol operation gate) 30 (1) to which a sensor capable of detecting inflow of a hit ball is attached, and a sensor capable of detecting inflow of a hit ball Is attached to the start winning opening (special symbol operating opening, ordinary electric accessory) 20 (1), and the large winning opening 10 (which continues to be opened until a predetermined number of winnings or a predetermined time elapses during the special game) 1), a game effect lamp 50 (1) (for example, a side lamp), and an out port 60 (1) for discharging a hit ball that has not won a prize into any of the game ports is provided.

  Here, the start winning opening 20 (1) includes a winning opening 26 (1) to which a winning detection device 22 (1) (not shown) capable of detecting the winning of a hit ball is attached, and a normal electric combination. And an electric accessory 28 (1) that can be opened and closed by an object solenoid 24 (1) (not shown). As will be described later, when the normal symbol random number (winning random number) acquired by passing the hit ball through the passage opening 30 (1) is “winning”, the electric accessory 28 (1) depends on the gaming state. It is opened for a predetermined time.

  FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine. The main control device (main base) 100 (1) on which the main control device 100 (1) is mounted, the symbol control device (sub base) 40 (1), awards The ball payout mechanism 70 (1) {the prize ball tank 71 (1), the prize ball rail 73 (1), the prize ball payout device 75 (1)}, the prize ball control device 80 (1), etc. On the opposite side).

  Next, FIG. 3 shows an example of a block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode. As shown in FIG. 3, the main control device 100 (1) includes a grand prize opening 10 (1), a start winning opening 20 (1), a passage opening 30 (1), a symbol display device 40 (1), and various game effects. It is electrically connected to the lamp 50 (1) (for example, a side lamp). Hereinafter, each element will be described. The main control device (main control device) 100 (1) is a winning determination means 110 (1) for determining a winning at each winning opening, and a random number management means for managing various random numbers (for example, a winning random number or an effect determining random number). 115 (1), various symbols displayed on the game board {for example, the symbol display device 40 (1) having the special symbol display unit 42 (1) and the normal symbol display unit 44 (1)} (for example, The symbol determination means 120 (1) for determining a special symbol or a normal symbol, the gaming state determination means 125 (1) for determining the current gaming state (normal gaming state, special gaming state, time-saving gaming state), Display control means 130 (1) for controlling display contents of the various symbol display devices {for example, symbol display device 40 (1)}, special game {for example, the prize winning opening 10 (1) keeps open under predetermined conditions {for example Each time, large input Special game for determining whether the winning detection device 12 (1) in the mouth 10 (1) has counted 10 ball winnings or performing a closing action 15 times after 30 seconds has passed} and executing a special game A determination execution means 140 (1), a normal electric accessory opening / closing control means 150 (1) for controlling the opening / closing of the normal electric combination of the start winning opening 20 (1) using the normal electric combination solenoid 24 (1), Fluctuation reduction game execution determination means 160 (1) is provided for determining the start and end timing of a variable reduction game (time reduction game) in which the ordinary electric accessory is released under conditions advantageous to the player.

  Here, each of the above means further has means described below. First, the winning determination means 110 (1) acquires a random number (a winning random number, an effect determining random number, etc.) related to a special symbol based on detection by a winning detection device 22 (1) of a start winning opening 20 (1) described later. Normal symbol random number acquisition for acquiring a random number (winning random number) related to the normal symbol based on detection by the symbol random number acquiring means 112 (1) and the normal symbol operation gate passage detecting device 32 (1) of the passage 30 (1) described later. Means 114 (1). The random number management means 115 (1) records special symbol random number recording means 115a (1) for recording random numbers (winning random numbers, production determination random numbers, etc.) related to special symbols, and random numbers (winning random numbers, etc.) related to ordinary symbols. The normal symbol random number recording means 115b (1) is included. The symbol determining means 120 (1) is a special electric character winning unit determining means 122 (1) that determines whether or not the winning random number related to the special symbol is “winning” while referring to the special symbol determining table, and the normal symbol winning table. {Electric-electric-power-object-per-unit determination means for determining whether or not the winning random number related to the normal symbol is "winning" with reference to the {change variation winning table 124a (1) and non-variable shortening winning table 124b (1)} described later 124 (1). Here, the special electric accessory hit determination means 122 (1) determines the normal gaming time to be referred to when the gaming state is the “normal gaming state” and the “time shortening gaming state” (first variation shortening gaming state). A table 122a (1) and a probability variation gaming determination table 122b (1) to be referred to when the gaming state is a “probability variation state” (second variation shortened gaming state). Incidentally, the present invention is particularly effective when the gaming state after the end of the special game is a variation shortening gaming state (time shortening gaming state or probability varying gaming state). Further, the normal electric component hitting determination means 124 (1) includes a variable shortening winning table 124a (1) referred to during the variable shortening game and a non-variable referred to during the non-variable shortening game (normal game, special game). A shortening winning table 124b (1). The display control means 130 (1) stops after changing the special symbol for a predetermined time on the special symbol display unit 42 (1) of the symbol display device 40 (1) based on the winning random number and the effect determining random number regarding the special symbol. Stop after changing the normal symbol for a predetermined time on the normal symbol display unit 44 (1) on the symbol display device 40 (1) based on the special symbol control means 132 (1), the winning random number related to the normal symbol and the gaming state Normal symbol control means 134 (1) to be included. Here, the means 134 (1) further includes a timer 134 a (1) for managing the normal symbol fluctuation time. The special game determination execution means 140 (1) is a special game transition determination means 142 (1) that determines whether or not to start a special game, and a special game execution that executes a special game when the special game execution flag is on. Means 144 (1).

Among these, the special game execution means 140 (1), which is a characteristic part of the best mode, will be further described. As shown in FIG. 3, the special game executing means 144 (1) is a time between the unit game (round) and the unit game {during the special game, the special winning opening 10 (1) is in the “closed state”. Unit game time changing means 144a (1) for changing the time} and the round continuation flag is turned on while the unit game is being performed, and the round continuation flag is turned off while the unit game is not being performed. Round continuation flag control means 144b (1) for controlling the above and round number management means 144c (1) for managing the current round number in real time during the special game. Here, the round number management means 144c (1) further includes round number recording means 144c ₁ (1) for recording information on the number of rounds.

Here, the unit game time changing means 144a (1) will be further described. The means 144a (1) is measured by unit game time measuring means 144a ₁ (1) for measuring the time required for each round from the first round to the tenth round, and the means 144a ₁ (1). and a _{T R} recording unit 144a ₂ (1) to record the duration of each round, specially on the basis of the average value _{"T R (AVE)"} and the like of the "T" and _"T R1 _{through T R10"} later Special game end time estimation means 144a ₃ (1) for estimating the end time of the game, and normal symbol stop time for estimating the stop time of the normal symbol fluctuating at the estimated end time of the special game Estimating means 144a ₄ (1) and a T timer 144a ₅ (1) for managing the time (T) from the start of the special game. Here, the unit game time measuring means 144a ₁ (1) further includes a time _T for counting the _{(T R) R} timer _{144a 1-1} (1) from the unit game start time.

  Next, an example of the flow of processing performed on the main control device 100 (1) side in the processing according to the first present 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 control device 100 (19. As shown in FIG. 4, the main control device 100 (1) receives a winning determination process 200 (1 ), Normal electric accessory determination driving process 300 (1), special game determination process 400 (1), special game execution process 500 (1), and variable shortening game execution determination process 600 (1) are looped. When the conditions for each process are satisfied, the process is performed, and when the conditions are not satisfied, the process is skipped and the next process is performed. .

  First, with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 5, the winning determination process 200 (1) regarding the normal symbol in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode will be described. First, in step 202 (1), the winning determination means 110 (1) determines whether or not the hit ball has won (inflow, passed) the normal symbol operation gate passage detection device 32 (1) of the passage 30 (1). judge. If the winning is confirmed, in step 204 (1), the winning determination means 110 (1) accesses the normal symbol random number recording means 115b (1) to determine whether it is within the upper limit of the reserved ball (for example, within 3). If the determination is within the upper limit of the reserved ball, the normal symbol random number acquisition means 114 (1) acquires the winning random number (FR) related to the normal symbol in Step 206 (1) and Step 208 (1). Then, after the winning random number is recorded in the normal symbol random number recording means 115b (1) in the form of adding 1 to the reserved ball, the process proceeds to the next process {normal electric accessory determination driving process 300 (1)}. In addition, when it determines with No by step 202 (1) and step 204 (1), the said process is complete | finished and it transfers to the next process.

  Next, with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 6, a description will be given of the ordinary electric accessory determining drive process 300 (1) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. First, in step 302 (1), the normal electric-equipment hitting determination unit 124 (1) accesses the normal symbol random number recording unit 115b (1) and determines whether or not there is a reserved ball related to the normal symbol. In the case of Yes in step 302 (1), in step 304 (1), the normal electric accessory hit determining means 124 (1) determines whether the normal symbol based on the previous reserved ball is not changing and the previous hold. Based on the ball, it is determined whether or not the normal symbol variation based on the reserved ball is in a permitted state, such as whether or not the normal electric accessory is being opened. In the case of Yes in step 304 (1), in step 306 (1), the random number management means 115 (1) updates the normal symbol random number recording means 115b (1) after subtracting 1 from the reserved ball related to the normal symbol. At the same time, the normal symbol control means 134 (1) starts the variable symbol display on the normal symbol display unit 44 (1) after starting the timer 134a (1). Next, at step 308 (1), the gaming state determination means 125 (1) determines whether or not the current gaming state is in a variable reduction game. In the case of Yes in step 308 (1), that is, in the case of the variable shortening game, in step 310 (1), the normal electric-equipment determining means 124 (1) determines the winning table 124a during the variable shortening. With reference to (1), it is determined whether or not the normal symbol random number based on the reserved ball is “winning”. Next, in step 312 (1), the normal symbol control means 134 (1) refers to the timer 134 a (1) and determines whether 5 seconds have elapsed. In the case of Yes in step 312 (1), in step 314 (1), the normal symbol control means 134 (1) and the normal electric accessory release control means 150 (1) have the determination result in step 310 (1) “ It is confirmed whether or not it was “winning”. In the case of Yes in step 314 (1), in step 316 (1), the normal symbol control means 134 (1) displays the winning symbol on the normal symbol display unit 44 (1) and in step 318 (1). The ordinary electric accessory opening / closing control means 150 (1) opens the ordinary electric accessory for 5 seconds. On the other hand, if No in step 314 (1), in step 320 (1), the normal symbol control means 134 (1) displays the off symbol on the normal symbol display unit 44 (1) and performs the following process {special The process proceeds to the game determination process 400 (1)}.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 308 (1), that is, in the case of a non-variable shortening game (for example, during a normal game or a special game), in step 322 (1), the determination unit 124 for determining whether or not the electric power item is normal. (1) determines whether or not the normal symbol random number based on the reserved ball is “winning” with reference to the non-change shortening winning table 124b (1). Next, in step 324 (1), the normal symbol control means 134 (1) refers to the timer 134a (1) and determines whether 30 seconds have elapsed. In the case of Yes in step 324 (1), in step 326 (1), the normal symbol control means 134 (1) and the normal electric accessory release control means 150 (1) show that the determination result in step 322 (1) is “ It is confirmed whether or not it was “winning”. In the case of Yes in step 326 (1), in step 328 (1), the normal symbol control means 134 (1) displays the winning symbol on the normal symbol display unit 44 (1), and in step 330 (1). The ordinary electric accessory opening / closing control means 150 (1) opens the ordinary electric accessory for 0.5 seconds. On the other hand, if No in step 326 (1), in step 332 (1), the normal symbol control means 134 (1) displays the off symbol on the normal symbol display unit 44 (1) and performs the following process {special The process proceeds to the game determination process 400 (1)}.

  Next, the special game determination process 400 (1) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. First, in step 402 (1), the special electric-equipment hitting determination means 122 (1) refers to the holding recording means (not shown in the block of FIG. 3) to determine whether or not a holding ball currently exists. Determine. In the case of Yes in step 402 (1), in step 404 (1), the special electric accessory hit determination means 122 (1) is permitted to perform the determination process of whether or not the reserved ball is “winning”. Judge whether it is. Specifically, it is determined whether the symbol is changing based on the previous holding ball or whether the special game is being executed. If Yes in step 404 (1), in step 406 (1), the hold control means (not shown in the block of FIG. 3) subtracts 1 from the hold ball in the hold recording means. In step 408 (1), the special electric accessory hit determining means 122 (1) refers to the hit determination table existing in the special electric accessory hit determining means 122 (1) and relates to the reserved ball. It is determined whether or not the special symbol random number (winning random number) is “winning”. At this time, if the current gaming state is “normal gaming state” and “time-saving gaming state”, the normal gaming time determination table 122a (1) is referred to, while the current gaming state is “probability variation state”. ”Is referred to, the probability variation gaming determination table (the winning number is larger than the normal gaming determination table and is likely to be“ winning ”) 122b (1). In the case of Yes in step 408 (1), in step 410 (1), the special electric accessory hit determining means 122 (1) turns on the special game execution flag. Then, in step 412 (1), the special electric accessory hit determining means 122 (1) refers to the special symbol random number (variable shortening game transition determining random number) related to the reserved ball, and after the special game ends, the variable shortening game It is determined whether or not to shift to, that is, whether or not variation shortening is also won. In the case of Yes in step 412 (1), in step 414 (1), the special electric accessory hit determining means 122 (1) turns on the fluctuation shortening flag and proceeds to the next process (special game execution process 1). . Note that the process proceeds to the next process even if No in Step 402 (1), Step 404 (1), Step 408 (1), and Step 412 (1).

  Next, the special game execution process 500 (1) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. First, in step 501 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) determines whether or not the special winning opening 10 (1) is currently open. In the case of Yes in step 501 (1), in step 502 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) determines whether or not the current round number is 10 or less. If Yes in step 502 (1), the process proceeds to step 524 (1). If No in step 502 (1), the process proceeds to step 552 (1).

If the result is No in step 501 (1), in step 503 (1), the special game transition determination unit 142 (1) determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If the answer is Yes in Step 503 (1), the T timer 144a ₅ (1) for managing the special game time is started in Step 504 (1). Note that if the answer is No in step 503 (1), the process proceeds to the next process. Next, in step 506 (1), the unit game time changing means 144a (1) refers to the timer 134a (1) of the normal symbol control means 134 (1), thereby making the T timer 144a ₅ (1 ) At the start time (that is, the special game start time), the remaining time until the stop of the normal symbol during the change is acquired. By acquiring the time, it becomes possible to estimate the fluctuation state of the normal symbol (that is, how long the fluctuation will stop) at an arbitrary time (T) after the special game is started. Although the time may be lost due to the presence or absence of a normal symbol or a hit of a normal symbol, in this best mode, there is always a normal symbol hold during a special game, and a normal symbol always wins during a special game. After making an assumption, it is assumed that the fluctuation state of the normal symbol at an arbitrary time (T) after the start of the special game is estimated. For example, assuming that a normal symbol stops in another 10 seconds at the start of a special game, after 200 seconds from the start of the special game, the stop time of the normal symbol is 30 seconds and 0.5 seconds after the stop Since the normal electric accessory 20 (1) is opened and the change of the next normal symbol is started immediately after the accessory is closed, 10 seconds (the change time of the normal symbol changing at the start of the special game) +0.5 seconds + 30 seconds x 6 times + 0.5 seconds x 6 times + 6.5 seconds (variation time of normal symbols changing after 200 seconds) After all, it is normal that changes after 200 seconds from the start of the special game The symbol will be assumed to stop after 23.5 seconds.

Next, in step 508 (1), the round number management means 144c (1) determines whether or not the round continuation flag is off, that is, whether or not it is not in the middle of the current round. In the case of Yes in step 508 (1), in step 510 (1), the round number management means 144c (1) adds 1 to the current round number recorded in the round number recording means 144c ₁ (1). . Note that 0 is set as the default value of the number of rounds immediately after the start of the special game. Then, in step 512 (1), the round continuation flag control unit 144b (1) turns on the round continuation flag, and proceeds to step 514 (1). If the answer is No in step 508 (1), the process proceeds to step 514 (1).

Next, in step 514 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) refers to the round number recording means 144c ₁ (1) and determines whether or not the current round number is 10 rounds or less. If YES in step 514 (1), in step 516 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) refers to the round number recording means 144 c ₁ (1) and determines whether the current round is not 1 round. judge. In the case of No in step 516 (1), the process proceeds to step 520 (1) and immediately starts a unit game to be described later. On the other hand, in the case of Yes in step 516 (1), in step 518 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) determines whether or not a predetermined time ( _Tm ) between rounds has elapsed. That is, the interval time between 9 and 10 rounds from 1 round to 2 rounds is the predetermined time (T _m , for example, 3 seconds). In the case of Yes at Step 518 (1), in step 520 (1), the unit game time measuring means 144a ₁ (1) is to start the _{T R} timer _{144a 1-1} (1), then step 522 In (1), the special game execution means 144 (1) drives the special prize opening solenoid 14 (1) to open the special prize opening 10. Next, in step 524 (1) and step 526 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) determines whether or not 10 balls have been won in the big winning opening 10 (1) and 30 seconds have passed. In the case of Yes in step 524 (1) and step 526 (1), in step 528 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) stops driving the special winning opening solenoid 14 (1). Close the big prize opening 10 (1). In the case of No in step 518 (1) and step 526 (1), the process proceeds to the next process, and in the case of No in step 524 (1), the process proceeds to step 526 (1).

Next, in step 530 (1), the unit game time measuring means 144a ₁ (1) is to stop the _{T R} timer _{144a 1-1} (1), in step 532 (1), the unit round time T Record in _R recording means 144a ₂ (1). In step 534 (1), the round continuation flag control unit 144b (1) turns off the round continuation flag.

Next, in step 536 (1), the unit game time changing means 144a (1) accesses the round number recording means 144c ₁ (1) to determine whether the number of rounds is 10, that is, 10 rounds. It is determined whether or not it has been completed. In the case of Yes in step 536 (1), in step 538 (1), the unit game time changing unit 144a (1) causes the unit game time (T) for ten times recorded in the round number recording unit 144c ₁ (1). _R1 through T _R10) average time _{(T R (AVE))} computes a. In step 540 (1), the special game end time estimation means 144a ₃ (1) multiplies the number of remaining rounds (5 rounds) by the average time (TR _(AVE) ) and the number of remaining rounds. (10 to 11 rounds, 11 to 12 rounds, 12 to 13 rounds, 13 to 14 rounds, 14 to 15 rounds total 5 times) multiplied by the predetermined time (T _m ) Is added to the current special game time (T) to calculate the scheduled end time (T _X ) of the special game. Next, in step 542 (1), the normal symbol stop time estimating unit 144a ₄ is obtained in step 506 (1), on the basis of the information about the time remaining until cessation of normal symbol in the variation in the special game start time, The scheduled stop time (T _y ; time from the start of the special game until the change stops) of the normal symbol that is changing at the scheduled end time (T _X ) of the special game is calculated. Then, calculated in step 544 (1), the unit game between time changing means 144a (1) _is a _(T y -5-T _x) the number among the remaining rounds divided by the (5 times) _{(T the add)} To do. Here, the estimated time (T _y −T _x ) from the end of the special game until the normal symbol stops may be divided by the number of remaining rounds, but the actual time deviates from the estimated time In particular, when _Ty is slightly shorter than the scheduled time, the variation of the normal symbol ends immediately before the end of the special game, and as a result, until the variation of the next normal symbol ends. In order to reduce such a risk, in the present best mode, “5 seconds” is used as an estimated time (T _y −T _x ) in order to buffer the difference in estimated time. We are going to draw further from. In step 546 (1), the unit game time changing unit 144a (1) adds the T _add to the T _m and sets the value (T _rev ) as a new time between rounds. The process proceeds to (variation shortening game execution determination process 600 (1)). Note that the process proceeds to the next process also in the case of No in step 536 (1).

Next, a series of processing performed in the case of No in step 514 (1), that is, processing after changing the time between rounds after the end of 10 unit games will be described. First, in the case of No in step 514 (1), in step 548 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) determines whether or not a predetermined time (T _rev ) between rounds has elapsed. If YES in step 548 (1), in step 550 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) drives the special prize opening solenoid 14 (1) to open the special prize opening 10 (1). To do. Next, in step 552 (1) and step 554 (1), the special game execution means 144 (1) determines whether or not 10 balls have been won in the big prize opening 10 (1) and 30 seconds have passed. In the case of Yes in step 552 (1) and step 554 (1), in step 556 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) stops driving the special prize opening solenoid 14 (1). Close the big prize opening 10 (1). If No in step 552 (1), the process proceeds to step 526 (1). In step 558 (1), the round continuation flag control unit 144b (1) turns off the round continuation flag. Next, in step 560 (1), the special game executing means 144 (1) determines whether the number of rounds recorded in the round number recording means 144c ₁ (1) is 15, that is, 15 rounds It is determined whether all have been completed. In the case of Yes in step 560 (1), in step 562 (1), the special game execution means 144 (1) turns off the special game execution flag, and the next process (variable shortening game execution determination process 600 (1)). Migrate to It should be noted that the process proceeds to the next process also in the case of No in step 548 (1), step 554 (1), and step 560 (1).

  Next, the fluctuation shortening game execution determination 600 (1) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. First, in step 602 (1), the variation shortening game execution determination unit 160 (1) refers to the determination result of the game state determination unit 125 and determines whether or not the special game has ended. In the case of Yes in step 602 (1), in step 604 (1), the variable shortening game transition determining means 162 (1) determines whether or not the variable shortening flag {occurred in step 414 (1)} is on. To do. If YES in step 604 (1), in step 606 (1), the variation shortening game transition determination unit 162 (1) performs control so as to transition to the variation shortening game, and proceeds to the next process. . Note that the process proceeds to the next process also in the case of No in step 602 (1) and step 604 (1).

Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode will be described in detail with reference to the timing chart of FIG. 10 (particularly, refer to the column “this best mode” in FIG. 10). First, when a transition is made to a special game, a timer (T timer) is started simultaneously with the start of the special game (see the “special game timer” column in the middle of the figure). Then, the first unit game (1R) is started and the unit game is ended until a predetermined number of prizes are won or after a predetermined time has elapsed. Here, in this best mode, the time required for each unit game from 1R to 10R is measured. Incidentally, duration of 1R is _{T R1.} Then, after a predetermined time (T _m ) between rounds has elapsed, the next 2R starts and the same is repeated until the end of 10R. Thus, in 10R end, for each round of 10R from 1R, it acquires the required time _T R1 _{through T R10} between rounds.

Thereafter, the predetermined time (T _m ) between the previous rounds becomes T _rev longer than T _m by T _add . Here, T _add is the estimated special game end when the predetermined time between rounds is still T _m from the “target scheduled time” by adjusting the time between subsequent rounds in the T timer column. The time “T = T _x ” is subtracted and divided by the number of remaining round intervals. In response, after the end of 10R, 11R starts after the time between rounds (T _rev ) after the change. Thereafter, the time between rounds is set to T _rev until the final round 15R.

Then, the final round ends, and the game shifts from the special game state to the time-saving game. Here, in the example of this timing chart, the end of the special game is the “target end time” as scheduled, and the time until the normal symbol is first stopped after the end of the special game is also “T _y ”.

  According to this best mode, after the special game ends, the fluctuation of the normal symbol is stopped in a short time. Therefore, for the player, especially when the special game state is changed to the fluctuation shortening game state, the fluctuation of the first normal symbol is forever. Can avoid the situation where the player does not stop, so that the frustration can be resolved and the pachinko parlor will also stop the player from firing the game ball from the end of the special game until the first normal symbol changes. It can be avoided, and the operation rate can be increased.

  Further, a configuration in which “predetermined time” in which the benefit of the variable shortening gaming state cannot be received is evenly or unevenly allocated to the closed state time existing between the unit games during the special game that is the most enjoyable time for the player. Therefore, it is possible to dilute the existence of “predetermined time” in which the player cannot receive the profit from the player's consciousness.

  Various changes can be made to the first best mode. For example, in the above-described form, after predicting the special game end scheduled time based on the average value of the unit game required time up to 10 rounds, the subsequent round interval time is changed. Although it is configured not to perform the time prediction correction, it may be configured to reflect the measurement in the prediction correction by measuring the unit game required time for the round after the prediction.

  Next, a pachinko gaming machine according to the second best mode will be described. In the best mode, after all the unit games of the special game are finished, the special game is not finished immediately, but the special game is finished at a timing when the variation time of the normal symbol becomes less than a certain time. Regarding the second best mode, “(2)” is added to the numbers in the block diagrams and flowcharts, and the number located before “(2)” is the number of the first best mode. If so, it should be understood that it is essentially the same as that of the first best mode, unless otherwise specified below. For example, “winning determination means 110 (2)” in FIG. 11 is the same as “winning determination means 110 (1)” in the first best mode, and “step 502 (2)” in FIG. This is the same as “Step 502 (1)” in the first best mode. Therefore, the description of the same number as the first best mode is omitted. This also applies to the following third to fifth best modes.

  First, FIG. 11 shows an example of a block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the second best mode. The difference from the first best mode is the special game execution means 144 (2). The means 144 (2) is a special game end extension for extending the end of the special game until the fluctuation time becomes less than a predetermined time if the normal symbol is changing when all the unit games in the special game are finished. Special game end extension flag control means 144e (2) for controlling the flag, and normal symbol fluctuation time information acquisition means 144f (2) for acquiring information about how much time the normal symbol that is currently changing will stop ).

  Next, various processes in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second best mode will be described. The main process, winning determination process, normal electric accessory determination drive process, special game determination process, and fluctuation shortening game execution determination process are the same as those in the first best mode, and thus description thereof is omitted. Hereinafter, the special game execution process in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second best mode will be described in detail with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

First, in step 501 (2), the special game executing means 144 (2) determines whether or not the special winning opening 10 (2) is closed. Here, in the case of No in step 501 (2) (that is, when the big prize opening is open), the process proceeds to step 514 (2). On the other hand, if Yes in step 501 (2), in step 502 (2), the special game transition determination unit 142 (2) determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 502 (2), in step 504 (2), the special game executing means 144 (2) determines whether or not the special game end extension flag is on. Here, the special game end extension flag is generated in step 524 (2) to be described later after 15 unit games have ended. If Yes in step 504 (2) (that is, if 15 unit games have not ended), in step 506 (2), the round number management means 144c (2) has the round continuation flag off. It is determined whether or not it is in the middle of the current round. In the case of Yes in step 506 (2), in step 508 (2), the round number management means 144c (2) adds 1 to the current round number recorded in the round number recording means 144c ₁ (2). . Note that 0 is set as the default value of the number of rounds immediately after the start of the special game. Then, in step 510 (2), the round continuation flag control unit 144b (2) turns on the round continuation flag, and proceeds to step 512 (2). Note that if the answer is No in step 506 (2), the process proceeds to step 512 (2). Next, in step 512 (2), the special game executing means 144 (2) drives the special prize opening solenoid 14 (2) to open the special prize opening 10 (2). Next, in step 514 (2) and step 516 (2), the special game executing means 144 (2) determines whether or not 10 balls have been won in the big prize opening 10 (2) and 30 seconds have passed. In the case of Yes in step 514 (2) and step 516 (2), in step 518 (2), the special game executing means 144 (2) stops driving the special prize opening solenoid 14 (2). Close the special winning opening 10 (2). In addition, when No in step 514 (2), the process proceeds to step 516 (2). In step 520 (2), the round continuation flag control unit 144b (2) turns off the round continuation flag. Next, in Step 522 (2), special game execution means 144 (2), the number of rounds that accesses the round number of recording unit 144c ₁ (2), are recorded in the round number of recording unit 144c ₁ (2) Is 15 or not, that is, whether all 15 rounds are completed. In the case of Yes in step 522 (2), in step 524 (2), the special game end extension flag control means 144e (2) turns on the special game end extension flag. Next, in step 526 (2), the display control means 130 (2) displays a predetermined demo display (for example, a child alien on the device 40 (2) with respect to the symbol display device 40 (2). Send a command to perform a demo display waving “bye-bye”. The image display device 40 (2) receives the command and performs the predetermined demonstration display. In step 528 (2), the normal symbol fluctuation time information acquisition unit 144f (2) refers to the timer 134a (2) of the normal symbol control unit 134 (2), so that the fluctuation in the time is in progress. Get the time remaining until the regular symbol stops. Next, in step 530 (2), the special game executing means 144 (2) determines whether or not the end time of the normal symbol variation is less than 5 seconds. In the case of Yes in step 530 (2), in step 532 (2), the display control means 130 (2) transmits a command to end the demonstration display to the symbol display device 40 (2). The image display device 40 (2) receives this command, and the predetermined demonstration display ends. In step 534 (2), the special game end extension flag control means 144e (2) turns off the special game end extension flag, and in step 536 (2), the special game execution means 144 (2) The special game execution flag is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process {variable shortening game execution determination process 600 (2)}. Note that the process proceeds to the next process also in the case of No in step 502 (2), step 522 (2), and step 530 (2). If the answer is No in step 504 (2) (that is, the special game end extension flag is on), 15 unit games have ended, but the special game execution flag is on (ie In this case, the process skips to step 530 (2) and waits until the end time of the normal symbol fluctuation is less than 5 seconds.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the second best mode will be described in detail with reference to the timing chart of FIG. 13 (particularly, refer to the column “this best mode” in FIG. 13). First, during the special game, unlike the first best mode, the time between rounds is constant. Then, a demo screen is displayed on the symbol display device 40 (2) in a state where the special game is not finished after the final unit game 15R is finished ("Demo" ON). Then, when the change of the normal symbol comes 5 seconds before stopping, the special game is finished and the demonstration screen display is finished (“Demo” off). Five seconds later, normal symbol fluctuation stops.

  According to this best mode, since the transition determination timing of the special game can be changed based on the fluctuation information of the normal symbol at the end of a plurality of unit games, the player can change until the transition determination is started. Can recognize that the variation of the normal symbol does not stop, and as a result, it is possible to prevent the game ball from being fired at a disadvantageous time for the player, in which the normal electric accessory is not released. There is an effect.

  Furthermore, after the first special game transition decision timing immediately after the end of the special game (the winning lottery timing for the first holding ball), the regular symbols change immediately or after the lapse of a predetermined time. There is an effect that it is possible to avoid a situation in which the player is bored such that the change of the symbol is finished and the special symbol is stopped.

  Furthermore, since a demo image is displayed between the end time of a plurality of unit games and the transition decision time of the first special game immediately after the end of the special game (the winning lottery time for the first reserved ball), the player can In addition, while the demo image is displayed, it is possible to reliably recognize that the ordinary electric accessory will not be in an open state, and further, it is possible to demonstrate the boring time until a special game transition decision is made. It is possible to entertain with images.

  Next, a pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode will be described. In the best mode, after the special game is finished, the change permission of the special symbol is not issued immediately, but the change permission is given when the change time of the normal symbol becomes less than a predetermined time (for example, less than 5 seconds).

  First, FIG. 14 shows an example of a block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode. The difference from the first best mode is a special electric accessory hit determining means 122 (3) and a special game executing means 144 (3). The special electric accessory hit determining means 122 (3) includes a normal symbol fluctuation time acquisition means 122 a (3) for acquiring the fluctuation time of the normal symbol that is changing after the special game ends, and the fluctuation of the acquired normal symbol. Special game fluctuation start determining means 122b (3) for determining whether or not the time has become less than the predetermined time. Furthermore, the special game execution means 144 (3) has special symbol fluctuation start extension flag generation means 144d (3) for generating a special symbol fluctuation start extension flag at the end of the special game. The special game execution means 144 (3) determines the start of the special symbol change by the symbol determination means 120 (3) instead of the configuration in which the special symbol change start extension flag generation means 144d (3) generates a flag. The means 122b (3) may be configured to control (for example, delay) the generation timing of the symbol variation start command.

  Next, various processes in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode will be described. The main process, the winning determination process, the ordinary electric accessory determination drive process, and the fluctuation shortening game execution determination process are the same as those in the first best mode, and thus description thereof is omitted. Hereinafter, the special game determination process and the special game execution process in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode will be described in detail.

  First, the special game determination process 400 (3) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. First, in step 402 (3), the special electric-equipment determining means 124 (3) accesses the special symbol random number recording unit 115b (3) and determines whether there is a reserved ball related to the special symbol. In the case of Yes in step 402 (3), in step 404 (3), the special electric accessory hit determining means 124 (3) determines whether or not the special symbol variation start extension flag is on. Here, the special symbol variation start extension flag is generated in step 522 (3) to be described later, and the state that the flag is ON is immediately after the end of the special game (immediately after the end of 15 unit games). It means that. Next, in the case of Yes in step 404 (3), in step 406 (3), the normal symbol variation time information acquisition unit 122a (3) refers to the timer 134a (3) of the normal symbol control unit 134 (3). Thus, the remaining time until the stop of the normal symbol in the change in the time is acquired. In step 408 (3), the special symbol variation start determining unit 122b (3) determines whether or not the end time of the normal symbol variation acquired in the previous step is less than 5 seconds. In the case of Yes in step 408 (3), in step 410 (3), the special electric accessory hit determining means 124 (3) turns off the special symbol variation start extension flag. Next, in step 412 (3), the special electric-equipment hitting determination means 124 (3) determines the variation content and the stop symbol of the special symbol based on the winning random number and the variation content determination random number related to the reserved ball. In step 414 (3), the special symbol control means 132 (3) changes the special symbol on the special symbol display section 42 (3) of the symbol display device 40 (3) with the determined variation content. After that, display control is performed such that the special symbol stops at the determined stop symbol. Next, in step 416 (3), when the special electric equipment hit determination means 124 (3) determines “winning” based on the winning random number, that is, the stop symbol is displayed on the special symbol display unit 42 (3). It is determined whether or not the “winning” mode is achieved. If the answer is Yes in Step 416 (3), in Step 418 (3), the special electric equipment hit determination means 124 (3) turns on the special game execution flag. Then, the process proceeds to the next process {special game execution process 500 (3)}.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 404 (3) (when the special symbol variation start extension flag is off), that is, not immediately after the end of the special game (for example, during the normal game), as usual, in step 420 (3), The special electric accessory hit determining means 124 (3) determines whether or not the special symbol variation start condition is satisfied, and if Yes, the process proceeds to Step 412 (3). In addition, when step 402 (3), step 408 (3), step 416 (3), and step 420 (3) are No, it transfers to the next process {special game execution process 500 (3)}.

Next, the special game execution process 500 (3) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. In step 501 (3), the special game executing means 144 (3) determines whether or not the special winning opening 10 (3) is closed. Here, in the case of No in step 501 (3) (that is, when the big prize opening is open), the process proceeds to step 512 (3). On the other hand, if Yes in step 501 (3), first, in step 502 (3), the special game transition determination unit 142 (3) determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 502 (3), in step 504 (3), the round number management means 144c (3) determines whether or not the round continuation flag is off, that is, whether or not it is in the middle of the current round. Determine. In the case of Yes in step 504 (3), in step 506 (3), the round number management means 144c (3) adds 1 to the current round number recorded in the round number recording means 144c ₁ (3). . Note that 0 is set as the default value of the number of rounds immediately after the start of the special game. In step 508 (3), the round continuation flag control unit 144b (3) turns on the round continuation flag and proceeds to step 510 (3). It should be noted that the process proceeds to step 510 (3) also in the case of No in step 504 (3). Next, in step 510 (3), the special game executing means 144 (3) drives the special prize opening solenoid 14 (3) to open the special prize opening 10 (3). Next, in step 512 (3) and step 514 (3), the special game executing means 144 (3) determines whether 10 balls have been won in the big prize opening 10 (3) and whether 30 seconds have passed. In the case of Yes in step 512 (3) and step 514 (3), in step 516 (3), the special game executing means 144 (3) stops driving the big prize opening solenoid 14 (3). Close the grand prize opening 10 (3). If No in step 512 (3), the process proceeds to step 514 (3). In step 518 (3), the round continuation flag control unit 144b (3) turns off the round continuation flag. Next, in Step 520 (3), the special game execution means 144 (3), the number of rounds that accesses the round number of recording unit 144c ₁ (3), are recorded in the round number of recording unit 144c ₁ (3) Is 15 or not, that is, whether all 15 rounds are completed. In the case of Yes in step 520 (3), in step 522 (3), the special symbol variation start extension flag generation means 144d (3) turns on the special symbol variation start flag. Next, in step 524 (3), the special game execution means 144 (3) turns off the special game execution flag, and proceeds to the next process {variable shortening game execution determination process 600 (3)}. Note that the process proceeds to the next process also in the case of No in step 502 (3) and step 520 (3).

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode will be described in detail with reference to the timing chart of FIG. 17 (particularly, refer to the column “this best mode” in FIG. 17). First, during the special game, unlike the first best mode, the time between rounds is constant. Then, after the final unit game 15R ends, the special game ends. However, the special symbols will not change immediately after the special game. In this case, a demonstration screen is displayed on the symbol display device 40 (3). Then, when the change of the normal symbol comes 5 seconds before the stop, the special symbol starts changing (the demo screen displayed together is also ended). Five seconds later, normal symbol fluctuation stops.

  According to this best mode, since the transition determination timing of the special game can be changed based on the fluctuation information of the normal symbol at the end of a plurality of unit games, the player can change until the transition determination is started. Can recognize that the variation of the normal symbol does not stop, and as a result, it is possible to prevent the game ball from being fired at a disadvantageous time for the player, in which the normal electric accessory is not released. There is an effect.

  Furthermore, after the first special game transition decision timing immediately after the end of the special game (the winning lottery timing for the first holding ball), the regular symbols change immediately or after the lapse of a predetermined time. There is an effect that it is possible to avoid a situation in which the player is bored such that the change of the symbol is finished and the special symbol is stopped.

  Furthermore, since a demo image is displayed between the end time of a plurality of unit games and the transition decision time of the first special game immediately after the end of the special game (the winning lottery time for the first reserved ball), the player can In addition, while the demo image is displayed, it is possible to reliably recognize that the ordinary electric accessory will not be in an open state, and further, it is possible to demonstrate the boring time until a special game transition decision is made. It is possible to entertain with images.

  Next, a pachinko gaming machine according to the fourth best mode will be described. The best mode is to forcibly terminate the fluctuation of the changing normal symbol after the special game ends.

  First, FIG. 18 shows an example of a block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the fourth best mode. The difference from the first best mode is the normal symbol control means 134 (4). The means 134 (4) is characterized by having a normal symbol variation forced termination means 134 b (4) for forcibly terminating the variation of the normal symbol when the special game is terminated.

  Next, various processes in the pachinko gaming machine according to the fourth best mode will be described. Since the main process, the winning determination process, the special game determination process, and the fluctuation shortening game execution determination process are the same as those in the first best mode, the description thereof will be omitted. Further, the special game execution process is different only in that step 522 (3) does not exist in the flowchart of FIG. 16 in the third best mode, and thus description of the remaining steps is omitted.

  Hereinafter, with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 19, the normal electric accessory determination drive process in the pachinko gaming machine according to the fourth best mode will be described in detail. The processing in the best mode is different from the processing in the first best mode (FIG. 6) only in that step 334 (4) exists, and the difference will be described.

  During non-variable shortening games (for example, during normal games or special games), the normal symbol is changed for 30 seconds, and when 30 seconds have passed, the winning symbol or the off symbol is stopped. If {Step 324 (4) to Step 332 (4)} is No in Step 324 (4) (that is, before 30 seconds have elapsed) In 334 (4), the normal symbol variation forced ending means 134b (4) determines whether or not the special game has ended based on the determination result from the gaming state determination means 125 (4). In the case of Yes in step 334 (4), the process proceeds to the subsequent steps 326 (4) to 332 (4) regardless of the situation where the variation of the normal symbol does not reach 30 seconds, and the normal symbol is forcibly set. A process to stop the fluctuation of the symbol is performed. In addition, in step 334 (4), when No, it transfers to the next process {special game determination process 400 (4)}.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the fourth best mode will be described in detail with reference to the timing chart of FIG. 20 (particularly, refer to the column “this best mode” in FIG. 20). First, during the special game, unlike the first best mode, the time between rounds is constant. Then, after the final unit game 15R ends, the special game ends. Then, immediately after the special game is finished, the fluctuation of the normal symbol is stopped. Then, after 5 seconds, the normal symbol variation stops again.

  According to this best mode, after the special game ends, the normal symbol stops immediately under the “predetermined condition”. Therefore, for the player, especially when shifting from the special game to the variable shortening game, the change of the first normal symbol is forever. Can avoid the situation where the player does not stop, so that the frustration can be resolved and the pachinko parlor will also stop the player from firing the game ball from the end of the special game until the first normal symbol changes. It can be avoided, and the operation rate can be increased.

  Furthermore, since the fluctuation of the normal symbols stops immediately after the special game is finished, there is an effect that it becomes possible to further eliminate the player's frustration and improve the operation rate in the pachinko parlor.

  Furthermore, since the normal symbol variation automatically stops after the special game is completed, there is an effect that even a player such as a pachinko beginner or an elderly person can surely receive the profit.

  Next, a pachinko gaming machine according to the fifth best mode will be described. In the best mode, when the player gives a normal symbol forced termination instruction within a predetermined time after the special game is over, the fluctuation of the changing normal symbol is forcibly terminated.

  First, FIG. 21 shows an example of a block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the fifth best mode. One of the differences from the first best mode is that it has a normal symbol forced termination input means 60 (5) that can be operated by a player as a peripheral device. By the operation of the means 60 (5), the normal symbol forced termination input signal is transmitted to the main controller 100 (5). A further difference is the normal symbol control means 134 (5). The means 134 (5) determines whether or not the normal symbol forced termination input signal is received within a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) after the special game is finished, and if received, it is normal. The point is that it has a normal symbol variation forced termination determination execution means 134c (5) for forcibly terminating symbol variation.

  Next, various processes in the pachinko gaming machine according to the fifth best mode will be described. Since the main process, the winning determination process, the special game determination process, and the fluctuation shortening game execution determination process are the same as those in the first best mode, the description thereof will be omitted. Further, the special game execution process is different only in that step 522 (3) does not exist in the flowchart of FIG. 16 in the third best mode, and thus description of the remaining steps is omitted.

  Hereinafter, with reference to FIG. 22, a description will be given of the ordinary electric accessory determining drive process 300 (5) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the fifth best mode. The processing in the best mode is different from the processing in the first best mode (FIG. 6) only in that step 336 (5) exists, and the difference will be described.

  During non-variable shortening games (for example, during normal games or special games), the normal symbol is changed for 30 seconds, and when 30 seconds have passed, the winning symbol or the off symbol is stopped. Is released for 0.5 seconds, if {Step 324 (5) to Step 332 (5)} is No in Step 324 (5) (that is, before 30 seconds have elapsed), Step At 336 (5), the normal symbol variation forced end determination execution means 134c (5) is forced to end from the normal symbol forced end input means 60 (5) within the valid time (for example, within 10 seconds after the end of the special game). It is determined whether an input signal has been received. In the case of Yes in step 336 (5), the process proceeds to the subsequent steps 326 (5) to 332 (5) regardless of the situation where the variation of the normal symbol does not reach 30 seconds, and the normal symbol is forcibly set. A process to stop the fluctuation of the symbol is performed. In addition, in step 336 (5), in the case of No, the process proceeds to the next process (special game determination process 400 (5)).

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the fifth best mode will be described in detail with reference to the timing chart of FIG. 23 (particularly, refer to the column “this best mode” in FIG. 2). First, during the special game, unlike the first best mode, the time between rounds is constant. When the player operates the forced stop button {normal symbol forced termination input means 60 (5)} within the forced stop button valid time (10 seconds) after the final unit game 15R ends, the normal symbol is immediately activated. The fluctuations of cease. Then, after 5 seconds, the normal symbol variation stops again.

  According to this best mode, after the special game ends, the normal symbol stops immediately under the “predetermined condition”. Therefore, for the player, especially when shifting from the special game to the variable shortening game, the change of the first normal symbol is forever. Can avoid the situation where the player does not stop, so that the frustration can be resolved and the pachinko parlor will also stop the player from firing the game ball from the end of the special game until the first normal symbol changes. It can be avoided, and the operation rate can be increased.

  Furthermore, since the fluctuation of the normal symbols stops immediately after the special game is finished, there is an effect that it becomes possible to further eliminate the player's frustration and improve the operation rate in the pachinko parlor.

  Furthermore, after the special game is over, the normal symbol variation can be stopped at the player's own judgment, and this has the effect that it is possible to enhance the interest of the player, especially for a player such as a pachinko advanced player.

  For example, the number of unit games in a special game is 15 times, the number of winning balls in each unit game is 10 balls, the maximum opening time is 30 seconds, and the variation time of a normal symbol is 5 seconds (during time shortening game) ) And 30 seconds (during normal game), the first best mode is 10 times the number of unit games for taking the average time of unit game time, and 5 for buffering the estimated time difference of the end of special game. The second and fifth best modes are described with specific numerical values such as a forced stop button effective time of 10 seconds, but the description is embodied for understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention is not limited to these.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. FIG. 3 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. FIG. 4 is a main flowchart on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. FIG. 5 is a main flowchart of a winning determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. FIG. 6 is a main flowchart of the ordinary electric accessory determining drive process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. FIG. 7 is a main flowchart of a special game determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. FIG. 8 is a main flowchart of a special game execution process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. FIG. 9 is a main flowchart of the fluctuation reduction game execution determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. FIG. 10 is a timing chart showing the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first best mode. FIG. 11 is a functional block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the second best mode. FIG. 12 is a main flowchart of a special game execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second best mode. FIG. 13 is a timing chart showing the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the second best mode. FIG. 14 is a functional block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode. FIG. 15 is a main flowchart of the special game determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode. FIG. 16 is a main flowchart of a special game execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode. FIG. 17 is a timing chart showing the operation in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third best mode. FIG. 18 is a functional block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the fourth best mode. FIG. 19 is a main flowchart of the ordinary electric accessory determination drive process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the fourth best mode. FIG. 20 is a main flowchart of a special game execution process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the fourth best mode. FIG. 21 is a functional block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the fifth best mode. FIG. 22 is a main flowchart of the ordinary electric accessory determination drive process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the fifth best mode. FIG. 23 is a main flowchart of the special game execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the fifth best mode.

Explanation of symbols

10 (1) to (5) Grand prize opening 20 (1) to (5) Start winning opening 30 (1) to (5) Passing opening 40 (1) to (5) Symbol display device 44 (1) to (5) ) Normal symbol display units 112 (1) to (5) Special symbol random number acquisition means 114 (1) to (5) Normal symbol random number acquisition means 140 (1) to (5) Special game determination execution means 122 (2) and ( 3) Special electric accessory per-determination means 122a (3) Normal symbol change time acquisition means 122b (3) Special symbol change start determination means 124 (1) to (5) Normal electric accessory per-determination means 125 (4) Game state Determination means 130 (2) and (3) Display control means 134 (1)-(5) Normal symbol control means 134b (4) Normal symbol fluctuation forced termination means 134c (5) Normal symbol fluctuation forced termination determination execution means 144 (1) )-(5) Special game execution means 144 ₁ (1) unit game time measuring means 144a ₃ (1) special game end time estimation unit 144a ₄ (1) normal symbol stop time estimating unit 144a (1) unit game between time changing means 144d (3) special symbol variation start extension Flag generating means 144e (2) Special game end extension flag control means 144f (2) Normal symbol variation time information acquisition means 150 (1) to (5) Normal electric accessory opening / closing control means

Claims (4)

A first variable winning opening that can take a normal state in which a game ball can win and an open state in which it is easier to win than the normal state, related to the transition to a special game advantageous to the player;
A second variable winning opening that can take an open state in which the game ball is easy to win and a closed state in which it is difficult to win, related to the special game;
A winning section related to the state transition of the first variable winning opening;
An identification information display section related to the state transition of the first variable prize opening;
First random number acquisition means for acquiring a first random number based on a game ball flowing into the first variable prize opening;
Special game transition determining means for determining whether to shift to a special game based on the first random number;
Special game execution means for receiving the determination of transition of the special game and performing the unit game one or more times for controlling the second variable prize opening and maintaining the open state under a predetermined condition;
Second random number acquisition means for acquiring a second random number based on the game ball flowing into the winning portion;
Based on the second random number, a first variable winning opening state transition determining means for determining whether or not to shift the first variable winning opening from the normal state to the open state;
Based on the determination by the first variable winning opening state transition determination means, the identification information fluctuation display means for stopping the identification information after the identification information has been fluctuated for a predetermined time in the identification information display section;
When specific identification information is displayed on the identification information variation display means, the first variable prize opening state transition execution means for controlling the first variable prize opening to be opened under a predetermined condition,
In a pachinko gaming machine that can take a variation shortened gaming state in which the predetermined time related to the variation of the identification information is a first time and a non-variable shortened gaming state that is a second time longer than the first time,
A pachinko gaming machine further comprising identification information change forcible ending means for forcibly ending the change of the identification information under a predetermined condition. The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the predetermined condition is an end of the special game. A special game end judging means for judging whether or not the special game is over;
The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the identification information change forced end means is configured to forcibly end the change in the identification information based on a special game end determination result by the special game end determination means. The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 2 or 3, wherein the identification information variation forced termination means is configured to forcibly terminate the variation of the identification information based on an instruction from a player after the special game is terminated. .