JP2006346035A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine having a novel game mode and capable of improving the taste of a game by providing a novel display mode. <P>SOLUTION: The Pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a variable display means variably and stationarily displaying a plurality of identification symbols 94 individually, a stop operation means capable of stationarily displaying the identification symbols 94 displayed variably in the variable display means, by the operation of the player, and a sub CPU 206 controlling the execution of an identification information stop game stationarily displaying the identification symbols 94 variably displayed in the variable display means. The sub CPU 206 changes the number of times of operating the stop operation means necessary for stationarily displaying one variably displayed identification symbol 94, according to a prescribed condition. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, a pachislot gaming machine, or a slot machine.

  In conventional pachinko machines, in a normal game, when a game ball enters the start opening provided in the game board, a lottery is performed to determine whether or not to shift to a special game, and a variable display such as a liquid crystal display device is displayed. A so-called variable display game is performed in which the three symbols (identification information) in the means start to fluctuate, fluctuate in a predetermined pattern, and then stop sequentially. Furthermore, in the conventional pachinko machine, when the lottery is won, the symbols are stopped in a predetermined combination and the game shifts to a special game. In the special game, a round game in which the big prize opening is opened for a long time is repeated a plurality of times (usually 15 times), and a lot of prize balls are paid out.

  On the other hand, in a normal game where symbols are repeatedly played without stopping in a predetermined combination, a small amount of prize balls are paid out for a game ball entering a role on the game board. The sphere gradually decreases. In addition, when a player plays a game, most of the time spent in the normal game is spent.

  In this pachinko game, the variable display game that most influences the outcome of the game is automatically played based on a pre-stored variation pattern, and the player can only stop the display of the symbol. It is not possible to get involved and the player is likely to be dissatisfied.

  For this reason, there is also a meaning to eliminate the player's boredom with respect to the normal game, so that when the player performs a stop operation on the symbol that is changing, the symbol is stopped and displayed based on the stop operation. A gaming machine has been proposed that provides a stop game (identification information stop game) and improves the technical intervention of the player (see Patent Document 1).

JP 2004-81556 A

  However, even with such a gaming machine, there are 2 special games in which a round game that opens the big prize opening is performed a plurality of times, and a normal game in which game balls are reduced for a longer time than the special game. There is no change to a very simple game form in which two games are played alternately. For this reason, in the above gaming machine, the game is likely to be monotonous.For example, when a normal game continues for a long time, the player feels bored with the game, and even if the game is stopped by the player's own stop operation. In the end, however, the game is stopped and displayed in a predetermined pattern, so that it is easy to gradually lose motivation for the game. Under such circumstances, the player's willingness to play can be sustained by effectively using the symbol stop game that can be stopped by the player's own stop operation in the game. Providing new game forms is desired.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a new game form that maintains the player's willingness to play the game.

  In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following.

  (1) Fluctuation display means for individually variably displaying and stopping a plurality of pieces of identification information, and a stop operation means capable of suspending and displaying the identification information variably displayed in the fluctuation display means by a player's operation. And an identification information stop game control means for controlling execution of an identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the identification information that is variably displayed in the variation display means, wherein the identification information stop game control means is a predetermined information A gaming machine that performs control to change the number of times of operation of the stop operation means necessary for stopping and displaying one piece of the identification information that is variably displayed according to a condition.

  According to the invention of (1), in accordance with a predetermined condition (for example, when the gaming state is changed) in the identification information stop game in which the player stops the identification information variably displayed by the operation of the stop operation means. The number of times of operation of the stop operation means necessary for stopping and displaying the identification information is changed. For this reason, the stop operation is performed by changing the number of times the stop operation means is operated in order to stop and display the identification information in the identification information stop game according to a predetermined condition (for example, changing from one to three times). For example, betray the player's expectation that if the means is operated once, the player's expectation will be displayed, and the player will have a sense of expectation that something will happen, increasing the player's willingness to stop the identification information game Therefore, it is possible to provide a new game form that can increase the motivation for the identification information stop game and thereby maintain the player's motivation for the game.

  (2) The gaming machine of (1), comprising control means for controlling execution of a game according to a plurality of gaming states, wherein the identification information stop game control means changes the gaming state of the game to be executed On the condition of the above, the game machine is controlled to change the number of operations of the stop operation means.

  According to the invention of (2), in addition to the effect of the invention of (1), for example, various game states such as a normal game, a reach game, and an advantageous game, and one identification information that is variably displayed are stopped and displayed. The operation of the stop operation means (for example, a button) is performed on the condition that the game state of the game to be executed changes based on a predetermined correspondence relationship with the number of times of operation of the stop operation means necessary for The number of times is changed (for example, changed from 1 to 3 times). For this reason, in the identification information stop game, the number of times of operation of the stop operation means necessary for stopping one piece of identification information (for example, a production symbol corresponding to a special symbol indicating a game result) is changed. It is possible to improve the player's expectation that the gaming state is changing and to increase the willingness to stop the identification information game, thereby maintaining the player's willingness to play A new game form can be provided.

  (3) The gaming machine according to (2), wherein the control means controls the lottery to determine whether or not the gaming state is changed, and wins the lottery according to an increase in the number of operations of the stop operation means. And a storage means for storing a correspondence relationship between the winning probability of winning the lottery and the number of times of operation of the stop operation means so that the winning probability to be set is set high. .

  According to the invention of (3), in addition to the effect of the invention of (2), a lottery is performed as to whether or not the game state of a plurality of games (for example, a normal game, a reach game, an advantageous game, etc.) is changed. There is a correspondence relationship between the probability of winning the lottery and the number of times of operation of the stop operating means so that the winning probability of winning the lottery is set higher as the number of times of operation of the stop operating means increases. Therefore, if the number of times of operation of the stop operation means (for example, a button) is increased (for example, changed from 1 to 3), the winning probability for winning the lottery can be increased. For this reason, in the identification information stop game, when the number of times of operation of the stop operation means necessary for stopping one piece of identification information that is variably displayed (for example, a production symbol corresponding to a special symbol indicating a game result) is large. Therefore, the probability of winning the lottery is high, and the player's expectation that the game state is likely to change is improved, and the motivation for the identification information stop game is increased, thereby the player's game It is possible to provide a new game form that can maintain the willingness to.

  (4) The gaming machine according to (3), wherein the control unit controls a lottery to determine whether or not to execute a game advantageous to a player as a lottery to determine whether or not the game state is changed, and The information stop game control means performs control to change the number of operations of the stop operation means in response to a change in the probability of winning the advantageous game.

  According to the invention of (4), in addition to the effect of the invention of (3), whether a game advantageous to the advantage (for example, a jackpot game) is executed by drawing whether or not the game state is changed. A lottery of no is executed. Further, the number of operations of the stop operation means (for example, a button) is changed in accordance with the change in the probability of winning an advantageous game. For this reason, in the identification information stop game, when the number of times of operation of the stop operation means necessary for stopping one piece of identification information (for example, a production symbol corresponding to a special symbol indicating a game result) is increased. The probability of winning the lottery is increased, and the possibility that the gaming state will change is increased, improving the player's expectation, and increasing the willingness to stop the identification information game. It is possible to provide a new game form that can maintain the willingness to.

  (5) In the gaming machine according to (1) to (4), a determination unit that determines whether the number of operations of the stop operation unit has reached the changed number of operations, and the number of operations changed by the determination unit And a notifying means for notifying that a stop operation of the stop operation means is necessary when it is determined that the stop operation means has not been reached.

  According to the invention of (5), in addition to the effects of the inventions of (1) to (4), after the stop operation of the stop operation means, it is notified that the stop operation of the stop operation means is necessary in a predetermined case. Thus, by notifying that the stop operation is necessary, for example, the stop operation is performed in order to stop and display one piece of identification information that is variably displayed (for example, an effect symbol corresponding to a special symbol indicating the result of the game). Even if the number of means is changed (e.g., changed from 1 to 3), it is understood that the player needs a further stop operation to display the stop and is not a malfunction of the gaming machine. Therefore, the player can smoothly play the identification information stop game. Furthermore, the player's sense of expectation is improved and the player's willingness to stop the identification information stop game is enhanced by the fact that the stop operation means is required to be stopped, which is unusual. It is possible to provide a new game form that can be used. Furthermore, a game form that can further improve the player's expectation and sustain the willingness of the game by providing a new display form that notifies that the stop operation of the stop operation means is further required is provided. it can.

  According to the present invention, by changing the number of times the operating means is operated to stop displaying the identification information in the identification information stop game according to a predetermined condition (for example, changing from one to three times), For example, betray the player's expectation that the operation means will be displayed once if it is operated once, and give the player a sense of expectation that something will happen, increasing the player's willingness to stop the identification information game Thus, it is possible to provide a new game form that increases the motivation for the identification information stop game and thereby maintains the player's motivation for the game.

  Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the embodiments described below, a case where the present invention is applied to a first type pachinko gaming machine (also referred to as “digital pachi”) is shown as a preferred embodiment for a gaming machine according to the present invention.

[Composition of gaming machine]
An overview of the gaming machine will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an overview of a pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view showing an overview of the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main body frame 12 having an opening 12a formed on the front surface, various components disposed inside the opening 12a in the main body frame 12, and a main body frame. The door 11 is pivotally attached to the front of the door 12 so as to be openable and closable. As shown in FIG. 1, this door 11 is for closing the opening 12a from the front, and a game is normally performed in the closed state. The door 11 is provided with three stop operation buttons 84 which are an example of stop operation means. The stop operation buttons 84 respectively correspond to a plurality of identification symbols 94 (see FIG. 5) that are variably displayed to be described later. Further, an upper plate 20, a lower plate 22, a firing handle 26, and the like are disposed on the front surface of the main body frame 12. In this embodiment, three stop operation buttons are provided. However, the stop operation buttons may be any number of at least one or more.

  Inside the opening 12a of the main body frame 12, as will be described later, a liquid crystal display device 32 as display means for displaying an image, a spacer 31, a game board 14 and the like are disposed. In addition, description is abbreviate | omitted in order to make an understanding easy about various components (not shown) other than the game board 14, the spacer 31, and the liquid crystal display device 32. FIG.

  The game board 14 is entirely formed of a plate-shaped resin (a member having permeability) having permeability. Examples of the transparent member include various materials such as acrylic resin, polycarbonate resin, and methacrylic resin. In addition, the game board 14 has a game area 15 on the front side thereof in which the launched game ball can roll. The game area 15 is an area surrounded by a guide rail 30 (specifically, an outer rail 30a shown in FIG. 4 to be described later) where a game ball can roll. In addition, a plurality of obstacle nails 13 are driven into the game area 15 of the game board 14. Further, a round number display 51 is provided on the game board 14 near the upper right end of the outer rail 30a.

  The liquid crystal display device 32 is provided behind the game board 14 with the spacer 31 interposed therebetween. In other words, the liquid crystal display device 32 is disposed behind the transparent member of the game board 14. The liquid crystal display device 32 has a display area 32a that enables display of an image relating to a game. The display area 32a is disposed so as to overlap the whole or a part of the game board 14 from the back side with the spacer 31 interposed therebetween. In other words, the display area 32a is disposed behind the game board 14 so as to overlap at least all or part of the game area 15 in the game board 14. Specifically, the liquid crystal display device 32 is disposed behind the game board 14 so that the display area 32 a overlaps all or part of the game area 15 and all or part of the game area outer area 16. . Various images such as an effect identification information image, an effect effect image, and an ornamental decoration image are displayed in the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. Thus, the display area 32a is an example of a liquid crystal display means.

  Further, in the present embodiment, by providing display means such as the liquid crystal display device 32 behind the transmissive region in the game board 14, for example, a region where game members such as an obstacle nail planting region, an accessory, and a decorative member are provided. And the degree of freedom in layout can be further increased.

  The spacer 31 is disposed on the rear side (back side) of the game board 14 and on the front side (front side) of the liquid crystal display device 32. That is, the spacer 31 is sandwiched between the game board 14 and the liquid crystal display device 32. The spacer 31 is made of a permeable material, and has a large through hole 31a at the center. An electrical decoration unit 53 is provided in the through hole 31a. As shown in FIG. 3, the illumination unit 53 includes a display case 37 for storing a special symbol display 33 and a normal symbol display 35, special symbol holding lamps 34a, 34b, 34c, 34d, and a normal symbol holding lamp 50a, An electrical decoration unit 53 including 50b, 50c, and 50d is provided. The front side of the display case 37 is covered with a transparent lens (not shown) for the purpose of improving visual recognition.

  In FIG. 2, a first warp path 47 provided on the back surface of the game board 14 is illustrated for easy understanding. The first warp path 47 is formed of a permeable material so that a game ball won in the winning opening 24 (see FIG. 4) passes through a second warp path 49 (see FIG. 4) described later. Is provided.

  With reference to FIG. 3, the special symbol display 33, the normal symbol display 35, the special symbol hold lamps 34a to 34d and the normal symbol hold lamps 50a to 50d will be described. FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of the electrical decoration unit 53.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the special symbol display device 33 accommodated in the display device case 37 is composed of a plurality of 7-segment LEDs 41. The 7-segment LED 41 is repeatedly turned on and off when a predetermined special symbol variation display start condition is satisfied. When the 7-segment LED 41 is turned on / off, 10 numeric symbols from “0” to “9” are variably displayed as special symbols (also referred to as identification information). As a special symbol, when a specific numeric symbol (for example, a numeric symbol of “7”) is stopped and displayed, a 15R big hit game in which a round game advantageous to the player is continuously performed up to 15 times from the normal gaming state. The gaming state shifts to a state (special gaming state). In addition, after the big hit gaming state, the probability changing state (special mode) having a higher probability of changing to the big hit gaming state than usual is entered. When a specific numerical symbol (for example, a numerical symbol of “5”) is stopped and displayed, a 15R big hit gaming state (special gaming state) in which a round game advantageous to the player is continuously performed up to 15 times from the normal gaming state. ) Will change the gaming state. However, after the big hit gaming state ends, the probability change state (special mode) where the probability of changing to the big hit gaming state is higher than usual is not transferred. When a specific numerical symbol (for example, a numerical symbol of “3”) is stopped and displayed, a 2R big hit gaming state (specific gaming state) in which a round game advantageous to the player is continuously performed from the normal gaming state at most twice. ) Will change the gaming state. In addition, after the big hit gaming state ends, the probability changing state (specific mode) having a higher probability of changing to the big hit gaming state than usual is entered.

  When the 15R big hit gaming state (special gaming state) is reached, as will be described later, the shutter 40 (see FIG. 4) is controlled to the open state, and the game ball can be received in the big prize opening 39 (see FIG. 4). It becomes a state. Further, when the 2R big hit game state (specific game state) is reached, as will be described later, blade members (so-called ordinary electric motors) provided on both the left and right sides of the special game-specific prize winner 44 (see FIG. 4). The accessory) 48 changes from the closed state to the open state, and the game ball can be received by the special game-specific prize-winning attacker 44.

  On the other hand, when a number symbol other than a specific number symbol (for example, a number symbol other than “3”, “5”, or “7”) is stopped and displayed as a special symbol, the normal gaming state is maintained. As described above, a game in which a special symbol is variably displayed and then stopped and the game state is shifted or maintained according to the result is referred to as a “special symbol game”.

  A normal symbol display 35 is provided on the right side of the special symbol display 33. The normal symbol display 35 is composed of two display lamps (not shown). When these display lamps are alternately turned on and off, symbols such as “O” and “X” are displayed. Fluctuated display as a normal symbol.

  On both the left and right sides of the display case 37, special symbol holding lamps 34a to 34d are provided. The special symbol hold lamps 34a to 34d display the number of executions of the variable symbol variable display held by turning on or off (so-called “the number of reserved balls”, “the number of reserved balls related to special symbols”). For example, when the execution of the special symbol variation display is held once, the special symbol hold lamp 34a is turned on. When the execution of the special symbol variation display is held twice, the special symbol hold In addition to the lamp 34a, the special symbol hold lamp 34b is turned on, and when the execution of the special symbol change display is held three times, the special symbol hold lamp 34c is turned on in addition to the special symbol hold lamps 34a and 34b. When the execution of the special symbol variation display is held four times, the special symbol hold lamp 34d is turned on in addition to the special symbol hold lamps 34a, 34b, 34c.

  Under the display case 37, normal symbol holding lamps 50a to 50d are provided. As will be described later, the normal symbol holding lamps 50a to 50d indicate the number of executions of the fluctuation display of the normal symbol held by turning on or off (so-called “the number of held balls”, “the number of held balls related to the normal symbol”). indicate. Similar to the special symbol, when the execution of the fluctuation display of the normal symbol is held once, the normal symbol holding lamp 50a is turned on.

  The description of the overview of the pachinko gaming machine 10 using FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 is continued. A protective plate 19 having transparency is disposed on the door 11. The protection plate 19 is disposed so as to face the front surface of the game board 14 with the door 11 closed.

  The firing handle 26 is provided so as to be rotatable with respect to the main body frame 12. A firing solenoid (not shown) as a driving device is provided on the back side of the firing handle 26. Further, a touch sensor (not shown) is provided on the peripheral edge of the firing handle 26. When the touch sensor is touched by the player, it is detected that the firing handle 26 is gripped by the player. When the firing handle 26 is gripped by the player and rotated counterclockwise, power is supplied to the firing solenoid, and the game balls stored in the upper plate 20 are sequentially fired onto the game board 14. The game is advanced. Further, as will be described later, the momentum of the game ball to be launched is adjusted by the launch power increase button 80 (see FIG. 4) and the launch power decrease button 82 (see FIG. 4).

  In addition, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32 disposed behind (on the back side of) the game board 14, an effect image related to the special symbol displayed on the special symbol display 33 described above is displayed.

  For example, during the variable display of the special symbol displayed on the special symbol display 33, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, from a number, a symbol or the like for each of a plurality of symbol columns (three columns in this embodiment). The symbol (which is also the identification information for presentation. For example, a number from “0” to “9”) is variably displayed. Further, the special symbol that has been variably displayed on the special symbol display 33 is stopped and displayed, and the identification information for presentation is also stopped and displayed in the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. The liquid crystal display device 32 includes a liquid crystal display area (display area 32a), and is an example of a variable display unit that displays the identification information in a variable display and a stop display.

  Further, when a special numerical symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol on the special symbol display 33, an effect image for allowing the player to grasp that it is a big hit is displayed in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32. Specifically, when a specific numeric symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol on the special symbol display device 33, a combination of effect identification information displayed in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32 is a specific display. A mode (for example, a mode in which all of “1” to “9” are stopped and displayed in each of a plurality of symbol rows).

If the combination of identification information for performance is displayed in a stopped state with all of the specific number symbols (for example, “odd” number symbols), the round game advantageous to the player from the normal gaming state is maximized. The gaming state shifts to a 15R big hit gaming state (special gaming state) which is continuously performed 15 times. In addition, after the big hit gaming state, the probability changing state (special mode) having a higher probability of changing to the big hit gaming state than usual is entered. When a specific number of symbols (for example, “even numbers”) are all displayed and stopped, 15R big hit game is played in which a round game advantageous to the player is continued up to 15 times from the normal gaming state. The gaming state shifts to a state (special gaming state). However, after the big hit gaming state ends, the probability change state (special mode) where the probability of changing to the big hit gaming state is higher than usual is not transferred. When a specific numeric symbol is stopped and displayed with a serial number (for example, “1”)
In the case of “2” and “3” (numerical symbols), the game state shifts from the normal game state to the 2R big hit game state (specific game state) in which a round game advantageous to the player is continued twice at the maximum. In addition, after the big hit gaming state ends, the probability changing state (specific mode) having a higher probability of changing to the big hit gaming state than usual is entered.

  As described above, when the combination of the identification information for presentation displayed in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32 is in a specific display mode, the character image such as “big hit! The character image is displayed in the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32.

  As will be described in detail later, in the specific mode, an identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the variably displayed identification information is executed by the player's operation on the variable display means such as the liquid crystal display device 32. At this time, the player can stop display the identification information variably displayed by operating the stop operation button 84. As described above, the stop operation button 84 is an example of the stop operation means that can display the variably displayed identification information by the player's operation on the change display means. In this embodiment, a stop button (stop button) is described as an example of the stop operation means, but the present invention is not limited to this. The stop operation means may be any device that can stop the identification information variably displayed by a player's operation such as a stop lever, a trackball, or a touch panel.

  Thus, as an advantageous game, a special game with a long release time of an accessory (for example, a jackpot where a round game of 15R is performed), and a specific game (for example, 2R) with a shorter release time of the accessory than the special game The game is executed in a specific mode which is an unprecedented unique game form in which the winning probability of the lottery is increased after the execution of the specific game. Done. In the specific mode, an identification information stop game (for example, a symbol stop game or the like) for stopping and displaying an identification symbol 94 (for example, a special symbol or the like) as an effect that is variably displayed is executed, and the player performs a stop operation. The identification information can be stopped and displayed by means (for example, the stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4) or the like). For this reason, a new game mode is provided in which a game in a specific mode with a high probability of winning a lottery is executed after the execution of a specific game whose execution time is shorter than that in the execution of a special game. By causing the player to play the identification information stop game in a high state, it is possible to increase the player's motivation for the identification information stop game and thereby maintain the player's motivation for the game. In addition, in the identification information stop game in the specific mode after the specific game, the player's motivation for the game as described above is provided by providing a new display form in which the player stops the identification information by his / her stop operation. It is possible to further increase the satisfaction of the player and the player, and to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of the game.

  In the normal game according to the present invention, when a game ball enters the start port 25, a lottery is performed as to whether or not to shift to a game advantageous to the player, and the special symbol display 33 displays the identification symbol. Is a game in which a special symbol variation display as an effect and an effect display associated therewith are performed on the liquid crystal display device 32. As described above, the normal game has three types of game states: a normal mode, a specific mode, and a special mode. The specific mode (so-called probability change) and the special mode (so-called probability change) have a higher transition probability to an advantageous game in which a round game advantageous to the player is performed a plurality of times (details will be described later). The normal game described in this embodiment is an example, and the normal game of the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the normal game may be a game in which a lottery is performed when a player enters a ball entrance such as a start gate. The normal game of the present invention may be any game other than an advantageous game in which a round game advantageous to a player is performed a plurality of times. Also, the specific mode and the special mode can be set to the same state.

  Next, an overview of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described in detail with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a front view showing an overview of the pachinko gaming machine 10 in the present embodiment. Note that in the description of the overview of the pachinko gaming machine 10 using FIG. 4, portions that overlap with the description of the overview of the pachinko gaming machine 10 using FIGS. 1 and 2 are omitted. In FIG. 4, the description of the plurality of obstacle nails 13 driven into the game board 14 is omitted.

  As shown in FIG. 4, two guide rails 30 (30a and 30b), obstacles 55 and 57, passage gates 54a and 54b, a second warp path 49, an obstacle 58, a starting port 25, and a blade member 48 are provided. A special game-dedicated prize winner 44, a shutter 40, a special prize opening 39, and a round number display 51 are provided. In addition, in the upper part of the game board 14, the electrical decoration units 53 such as the special symbol display 33 and the normal symbol display 35 are visible.

  An obstacle 55 is provided in the upper part of the game board 14, and an obstacle 57 is provided in the approximate center of the game board 14. A starting port 25 is provided below the obstacle 57. An obstacle 58 is also provided on the right side of the center of the game board 14.

  The two guide rails 30 provided on the left side of the game board 14 are composed of an outer rail 30a that partitions (defines) the game area 15 and an inner rail 30b that is disposed inside the outer rail 30a. . The launched game ball is guided by a guide rail 30 provided on the game board 14, moves to the upper part of the game board 14, passes through the electric decoration unit 53, and the plurality of obstacle nails 13 ( 2), due to the collision with the obstacles 55, 57, 58, etc. provided on the game board 14, the downward flow of the game board 14 is made while changing its traveling direction.

  In addition, a winning opening 24 is formed at the left end of the obstacle 55. When a game ball wins the winning opening 24, the game ball moves behind the game board 14 via the first warp path 47 and further along the rail-shaped second warp path 49 and is guided behind the obstacle 57. It is burned. The game ball guided behind the obstacle 57 is discharged to the front side of the game board 14 through a discharge port (not shown) surrounded by the obstacle 57 and flows down to the game board 14.

  When a game ball wins at the start opening 25 described above (which is one of the start of the predetermined special symbol variation display), the special symbol display by the special symbol display 33 is started. Further, when the game ball wins the start opening 25 during the special symbol variation display, the special symbol variation based on the game ball winning at the start opening 25 is stopped until the special symbol being displayed is stopped. Display execution (start) is put on hold. Thereafter, when the special symbol that has been variably displayed is stopped and displayed, the variably displayed suspended special symbol is started. It should be noted that an upper limit is set for the number of times the execution of the special symbol variation display is suspended, that is, the number of retained balls, and for example, the special symbol variation display may be suspended up to four times (pieces). .

  In addition, as another condition (start of variable display of a predetermined special symbol), the special symbol is stopped and displayed. In other words, every time a predetermined special symbol variable display start condition is satisfied, the special symbol variable display is started.

  Also, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, when a game ball wins the above-described start opening 25 (which is one of the start of variable display of identification information for a predetermined effect), it is for effect. The variation display of the identification information is started. Further, when the game ball wins the start opening 25 during the variation display regarding the special symbol, the effect based on the winning of the game ball at the start opening 25 until the identification information for the effect during the variation display is stopped and displayed. The execution (start) of the variable display of the identification information for use is suspended. Thereafter, when the identification information for presentation that has been variably displayed is stopped and displayed, the variability display of the identification information for presentation that has been suspended is started.

  Further, as another condition (variable display start of identification information for predetermined effect), the identification information for effect is stopped and displayed. In other words, the display of the identification information for the effect is started each time the change display start condition for the identification information for the effect is satisfied.

  In the present embodiment, the winning of a game ball at the start opening 25 is set as a predetermined special symbol variable display start condition or a predetermined presentation identification information variable display start condition. Alternatively, another embodiment may be used.

  Passage gates 54 a and 54 b are provided on both the left and right sides of the approximate center of the game board 14. The passing gates 54a and 54b are provided with passing ball sensors 114 and 115 (see FIG. 9) described later. The passing ball sensors 114 and 115 detect that the game ball has passed through the passing gates 54a and 54b. When the passing ball sensors 114 and 115 detect the passage of the game ball, the normal symbol display is started on the normal symbol display 35, and after a predetermined time has elapsed, the normal symbol change display is stopped. . As described above, this normal symbol is a symbol such as “◯” or “x”.

  When this normal symbol is stopped and displayed as a predetermined symbol, for example, “◯”, the blade members (so-called normal electric accessories) 23 provided on the left and right sides of the start port 25 are changed from the closed state to the open state, Game balls can easily enter the start opening 25. Further, when a predetermined time has elapsed after the blade member 23 is opened, the blade member 23 is closed to make it difficult for a game ball to enter the start port 25. As described above, a game in which the normal symbol is displayed in a variable manner and then stopped and the open / closed state of the blade member 23 differs depending on the result is referred to as a “normal symbol game”.

  Similarly to the special symbol variation display, when a game ball passes through the passing gates 54a and 54b during the normal symbol variation display, the passing gate is displayed until the normal symbol in the variation display is stopped and displayed. The execution (start) of the normal symbol variation display based on the passing of the game ball to 54a and 54b is suspended. After that, when the normal symbol that has been variably displayed is stopped and displayed, the variably displayed normal symbol that has been suspended is started.

  The big prize opening 39 is provided with a shutter 40 that can be opened and closed on the front side (front side). The shutter 40 is driven so as to be in an open state in which it is easy to accept a game ball when a special numerical symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol on the special symbol display 33 and the gaming state is shifted to the 15R big hit gaming state. The As a result, the special winning opening 39 is in an open state (first state) where the game ball can be easily received.

  On the other hand, a special winning opening 39 provided on the back side (rear) of the shutter 40 includes a specific area (not shown) having a V / count sensor 102 (see FIG. 9) and a count sensor 104 (see FIG. 9). There are general areas (not shown) having a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls, or the shutter 40 is opened until a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) elapses. Driven. When a condition for winning a predetermined number of game balls in the grand prize opening 39 or elapse of a predetermined time is satisfied in the open state, the shutter 40 is driven so as to be in a closed state in which it is difficult to accept the game balls. . As a result, the special winning opening 39 is in a closed state in which it is difficult to accept a game ball (second state).

  It should be noted that from the open state (first state) in which the grand prize opening 39 is easy to accept game balls to the closed state (second state) in which the grand prize opening 39 is difficult to accept game balls. This game is called a round game. Therefore, the shutter 40 is opened during the round game and is closed between the round games. A round game is counted as the number of rounds, such as “1” round and “2” round. For example, the first round game may be referred to as the first round and the second round as the second round.

  Subsequently, in the shutter 40 driven from the open state to the closed state (second state), the game ball received in the special winning opening 39 in the open state has passed the V · count sensor 102 (see FIG. 9). On the condition, it is driven again to the open state. That is, it is possible to continue to the next round game on condition that the game ball received in the special winning opening 39 in the opened state of the shutter 40 has passed the V · count sensor 102 (see FIG. 9). A game from the first round game until the end of the (round) round game that cannot continue to the next round game is called a special game. This game state is called a special game state (15R big hit (Game state). That is, the special game state is a game state advantageous for the player. In this way, the special winning opening 39 functions as an example of a first accessory that performs an opening operation when a special game is executed.

  Further, a special game-dedicated prize winner 44 is provided downstream of the obstacle 58. This special game-dedicated prize-winning attacker 44 is provided with blade members (so-called ordinary electric accessories) 48 on both the left and right sides. This blade member 48 is in an open state in which a special numerical symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol on the special symbol indicator 33, and when the gaming state is shifted to the 2R big hit gaming state (specific gaming state), it is easy to accept a game ball. It is driven to become. As a result, the specific game-dedicated winning attacker 44 is in an open state (first state) in which a game ball can be easily received.

  In addition, the special game-dedicated winning attacker 44 is provided with a count sensor 105 (see FIG. 9), and a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls passes through these areas, or a predetermined time (for example, one second). The blade member 48 is driven to the open state until the time elapses. When the predetermined number of game balls are awarded to the specific game dedicated prize attacker 44 or the predetermined time has elapsed in the open state, the blade member 48 is in a closed state in which it is difficult to accept the game balls. Driven. As a result, the specific game-dedicated winning attacker 44 is in a closed state in which it is difficult to accept the game ball due to the obstacle 58 (second state). It should be noted that the specific game-dedicated winning attacker 44 is in a closed state (second state) where the specific game-dedicated winning attacker 44 is difficult to accept a game ball from the open state (first state) in which the game ball is easily received. The game up to this state is called a round game. Therefore, the blade member 48 is opened during the round game and is closed between the round games. A round game is counted as the number of rounds, such as “1” round and “2” round. For example, the first round game may be referred to as the first round and the second round as the second round.

  The game from the first round game to the end of the second (final) round game is called a specific game, and this game state is called a specific game state (2R big hit game state). In other words, the specific game state is a game state advantageous for the player. As described above, the special game-dedicated winning attacker 44 functions as an example of a second accessory that performs an opening operation when a specific game is executed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, a special winning opening 39 as a first winning combination that performs an opening operation when a special game is executed, and a special game-specific winning as a second combination that performs an opening operation when a specific game is executed. Each of the attackers 44 is provided as a big prize opening, but these may be a single big prize opening. Further, in this embodiment, as an example of the winning combination, two winning combinations, that is, the special winning opening 39 and the special game winning winning attacker 44, are described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and on the game board. Any number of two or more items may be provided.

  In this way, the game board 14 is an example of a game board that is provided with an accessory that performs a predetermined opening operation when an advantageous game is executed, and at least a part of which is made of a permeable region. The special winning opening 39 is an example of a first accessory that performs an opening operation when a special game is executed. The special game-dedicated winning attacker 44 is an example of a second accessory that performs an opening operation when a specific game is executed. The liquid crystal display device 32 includes liquid crystal display means (display area 32), and is an example of variable display means provided in the back area of the second accessory (special game-specific prize winner 44) on the game board 14. .

  During execution of the special game, the number of rounds (the maximum number of continuous rounds) from the first round number to the last round game when the most round game is continued is 15 rounds. Further, during the execution of the specific game, the number of rounds (the maximum number of continued rounds) from the first round number to the last round game when the round game is continued most is two rounds. Note that the maximum number of continuous rounds during execution of the special game is not limited to 15 rounds. For example, the maximum number of continuous rounds is selected from “1” to “15” rounds by lottery by a round number lottery means (a main control circuit 60 including a main CPU 66 described later (see FIG. 9)). Any number of rounds may be used. The maximum number of continuous rounds during execution of a specific game is not limited to two rounds. For example, the maximum number of continuous rounds is selected from “1” to “15” rounds by lottery by a round number lottery means (a main control circuit 60 including a main CPU 66 described later (see FIG. 9)). Any number of rounds may be used.

  In addition, when a game ball wins or passes through the specific area and the general area in the start opening 25, the general winning openings 56a to 56d, the large winning opening 39, and the specific game dedicated winning attacker 44, according to the type of each winning opening. A predetermined number of game balls are paid out to the upper plate 20 or the lower plate 22.

  On the other hand, a round number display 51 is provided in the outer area 16 of the game area on the game board 14. The round number display 51 is composed of at least one 7-segment LED, and can display at least one digit number design (in this embodiment, two digit number). In the present embodiment, the round number display 51 displays a “round number” indicating how many rounds the currently executed round game is.

  Thus, since the round number display means for displaying the number of rounds during execution of the special game is provided separately from the effect display means for displaying the effect image, the number of rounds can be displayed accurately and easily.

  Further, since the round number display means is provided in front of the liquid crystal display device 32 functioning as display means for performing the effect display related to the round number, the number of rounds depends on the positional relationship between the round number display and the effect display. Can be displayed more clearly.

  Further, the fire power increase button 80 and the fire power decrease button 82 provided on the main body frame 12 are operated by the player to transmit control signals to the main control circuit 60 (see FIG. 9). The main control circuit 60 controls the payout / launch control circuit 126 to launch the game ball at a moment according to the received control signal. Therefore, the player does not need to operate the firing handle 26 only by operating the firing power increase button 80 and the firing power decrease button 82 in order to adjust the momentum of launching the game ball during the game. You can concentrate more on the game.

[Description of display screen]
FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing a display screen on which the identification information stop game is being executed before the identification information stop game is executed in the variable display means. As shown in FIG. 5, a big prize opening 39 is provided in the vicinity of the lower part of the approximate center of the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32 which is an example of the variable display means. The big prize opening 39 is in a closed state. In addition, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a plurality of (for example, three) identification symbols 94 related to the identification information stop game are individually displayed in a variable manner. For example, the left identification symbol is stopped and displayed, and the middle and right identification symbols are variably displayed. Further, below the identification symbol 94 in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a character image 98 as an auxiliary image for assisting a stop operation means (for example, a stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4) etc.) operated by the player. (For example, a character image in which an image indicating a stop operation button that needs to be stopped flashes) is displayed. Further, below the identification symbol 94 in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a character image 90 as an instruction image for instructing stop operation means (for example, a stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4) or the like) operated by the player. (For example, “Press”) is displayed. Further, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a character image 92 indicating that the identification information stop game is being executed (for example, a character image such as Don-chan looking at the identification symbol 94 to be displayed in a variable manner) is displayed. ing. As described above, the liquid crystal display device 32 is an example of a variable display unit that individually displays a plurality of pieces of identification information as variable display and stop display.

  Thus, during the execution of the identification information stop game, the player's execution of the identification information stop game is assisted by an auxiliary effect image (effect image 98) for assisting the stop operation of the identification information stop game. For this reason, since it becomes possible to provide the player with assistance for the execution of the identification information stop game, the player can concentrate on the identification information stop game, and the identification information stop game is executed by the notification. It is possible to provide a gaming machine that can give the player a sense of satisfaction and improve the interest of the game.

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram of a display screen in which the number of times of operation of the stop operation means necessary for stopping and displaying one piece of identification information variably displayed is changed according to a predetermined condition. As shown in FIG. 6, the special winning opening 39 is in a closed state. In addition, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a plurality of (for example, three) identification symbols 94 related to the identification information stop game are individually displayed in a variable manner. For example, the left and middle identification symbols are stopped and displayed, and the right identification symbol is variably displayed. Further, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, the character image 90 (for example, “one more time” etc.) for notifying that the player has stopped the right identification symbol but has not reached the changed number of operations. ) Is displayed. Further, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a character image 98 (for example, a stop operation requiring an operation) that notifies that the player has stopped the right identification symbol but has not reached the changed number of operations. A character image or the like in which an image showing a button is flashed is displayed. Further, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a character image 92 indicating that the player has operated the stop operation button (for example, don't stop and display the identification symbol is displayed) is displayed.

  In the present embodiment, “another time” is described as an example of the character image to be notified. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the player recognizes that further operation of the stop operation means is necessary. Any character image can be used. Further, in this embodiment, as an example of a character image notifying that the number of operations has not been reached, a character image in which an image indicating a stop operation button that requires an operation is displayed blinking is described. The character image is not limited and may be any character image that allows the player to recognize that further operation of the stop operation means is necessary. Thus, the liquid crystal display device 32 is an example of a notification unit that notifies that the stop operation of the stop operation unit is necessary.

  In this way, the identification information stop that causes the player to stop the identification information (for example, the identification symbol 94 (see FIG. 5)) variably displayed by operating the stop operation means (for example, the stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4)). The number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 necessary for stopping and displaying one piece of identification information is changed in accordance with a predetermined condition (for example, when changing the game state) in the game. For this reason, by changing the number of times the stop operation button 84 is operated in order to stop displaying the identification information in the identification information stop game according to a predetermined condition, the stop operation button 84 is displayed once when the stop operation button 84 is operated, for example. It can betray the player's expectation that it will be done and give the player a sense of expectation that something will happen. Therefore, it is possible to provide a new game form that can increase the player's motivation for the identification information stop game, increase the motivation for the identification information stop game, and maintain the player's motivation for the game.

  Further, for example, stop operation means (for example, stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4)) required to stop and display various game states such as normal game, reach game, and advantageous game and one identification information that is variably displayed. On the condition that the game state of the game to be executed changes based on a predetermined correspondence relationship (for example, the stop operation number correspondence table (see FIG. 19), etc.). The number of operations of the button 84 is changed (for example, changed from 1 to 3) For this reason, in the identification information stop game, one piece of identification information (for example, special information indicating a game result) is displayed. The player's period is that the gaming state may be changed by changing the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 necessary to stop the design (such as a design corresponding to the symbol). Improved feeling, motivate for the identification information Stop game, thereby providing a new gaming forms that can prolong the willingness on the game of the player.

  Further, the main CPU 66 (see FIG. 9) draws whether or not to change the gaming state of a plurality of games (for example, a normal game, a reach game, an advantageous game, etc.), and a stop operation means (a stop operation button 84). Correspondence between the probability of winning the lottery and the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 so that the winning probability of winning the lottery is set higher as the number of operations (see FIG. 4) increases. Since there is a relationship (for example, the stop operation number correspondence table (see FIG. 19)), the winning of winning the lottery is increased when the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 is increased (for example, changed from 1 to 3). Probability can be high. For this reason, in the identification information stop game, the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 necessary for stopping one piece of identification information that is variably displayed (for example, an effect symbol corresponding to a special symbol indicating a game result) is large. The probability of winning the lottery is high, and the player's expectation that the game state is likely to change is improved, and the motivation for the identification information stop game is increased. It is possible to provide a new game form that can maintain the willingness to play.

  Further, a lottery is executed as to whether or not a game advantageous to the advantage (for example, a big hit game) is executed by drawing whether or not the game state is changed. Further, the number of operations of the stop operation means (for example, the stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4), etc.) is changed according to the change in the probability of winning an advantageous game. For this reason, in the identification information stop game, the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 necessary to stop one piece of identification information that is variably displayed (for example, a production symbol corresponding to a special symbol indicating a game result) increases. Then, the probability of winning the lottery increases, and the possibility that the gaming state will change increases, thereby improving the player's expectation. For this reason, the willingness with respect to the said identification information stop game can be heightened, and the new game form which can maintain a player's willingness with respect to a game by this can be provided.

  Further, after the stop operation of the stop operation means (for example, the stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4), etc.), it is notified that the stop operation of the stop operation button 84 is necessary in a predetermined case. Thus, by notifying that the stop operation is necessary, for example, the stop operation is performed in order to stop and display one piece of identification information that is variably displayed (for example, an effect symbol corresponding to a special symbol indicating a game result). Even if the number of times of the button 84 is changed (for example, changed from 1 to 3), it is understood that the player needs a further stop operation to display the stop, and it is not a malfunction of the gaming machine. Therefore, the player can smoothly play the identification information stop game. In addition, since the stop operation of the stop operation button 84 is different from the normal state, it is possible to improve the player's sense of expectation and increase the willingness to stop the identification information game, thereby maintaining the player's willingness to play the game. It is possible to provide a new game form that can be played. Furthermore, a game form that can further improve the player's expectation and keep the game more motivated by a new display form that notifies that the stop operation of the stop operation button 84 is further required. Can provide.

  FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram of a display screen on which the identification information is stopped and displayed by the player's stop operation. As shown in FIG. 7, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a plurality of identification symbols are stopped and displayed in a predetermined mode (for example, “777”). In addition, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a character image 90 (for example, “bingo”, etc.) associated with the identification symbol being stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner is displayed. In addition, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a character image 92 (for example, a fireworks character image that has been launched in large quantities) associated with the identification symbol being stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner is displayed.

  FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a display screen on which a special gaming state is executed as a result of the identification information stop game. The big prize opening 39 is in an open state. In the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a character image 90 (for example, a character image such as “Mette-ya”) indicating that the special gaming state is executed is displayed. In addition, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a character image 99 (for example, a character image such as fireworks that are disturbed by fire) indicating that the special gaming state is executed is displayed. In addition, in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, a character image 92 indicating the result of the identification information stop game (for example, a character image such as Don-chan and Hazuki-chan who sees the fireworks that have been struck) is displayed.

  In the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 32 including a liquid crystal display panel is used as a portion for displaying an image. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other modes may be used. For example, a CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) is used. It may be composed of a cathode ray tube, a dot LED, a segment LED, an EL (Electronic Luminescent), plasma, or the like. Further, in the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 32 is shown in the case where it is provided in the approximate center of the front of the game board 14 in the pachinko gaming machine 10 that is a gaming machine. For example, the liquid crystal display device 32 may be provided at any position. In the present embodiment, the special symbol display 33 and the normal symbol display 35 are provided separately from the liquid crystal display device 32. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the liquid crystal display device 32 is provided with the special symbol and the normal symbol. You may comprise so that a fluctuation | variation display may be carried out. Further, the liquid crystal display device 32 is adopted as the fluctuation display means, but the present invention is not limited to this, and other modes may be adopted. For example, a rotating reel, a drum, a belt, a leaf, or the like may be adopted as the fluctuation display means. .

[Electric configuration of gaming machine]
A control circuit of the pachinko gaming machine 10 in this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 9 is a block diagram showing a control circuit of the pachinko gaming machine 10 in the present embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 9, the main control circuit 60 as game control means includes a main CPU 66, a main ROM (read only memory) 68, and a main RAM (read / write memory) 70 as control means. The main control circuit 60 controls the progress of the game.

  The main CPU 66 is connected to a main ROM 68, a main RAM 70, and the like, and has a function of executing various processes in accordance with programs stored in the main ROM 68. Thus, the main CPU 66 functions as various means to be described later, such as functioning as a special game execution means or a lottery means.

  A program for controlling the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10 by the main CPU 66 is stored in the main ROM 68. In addition, a jackpot determination table (see FIG. 10) referred to when a jackpot determination is made by random number lottery. In addition, various tables such as an effect condition selection table referred to when selecting an effect, and other tables are also stored.

  The main RAM 70 has a function of storing various flags and variable values as a temporary storage area of the main CPU 66. Specific examples of data stored in the main RAM 70 include the following.

  In the main RAM 70, a control state flag, a specific area passing flag, a state flag, a jackpot determination random number counter, a jackpot symbol determination random number counter, a missed symbol determination random number counter, an effect condition selection random number counter, and a special game dedicated prize opener are opened. Number counter, Grand prize opening number counter, Special game-specific prize attacker prize counter, Grand prize opening prize counter, Round number display counter, Round number display effect start counter, Waiting time timer, Special game-specific prize winner opening time Timer, special winning opening time timer, data indicating the number of reserved balls related to a special symbol, data indicating the number of reserved balls related to a normal symbol, data for supplying a command to the sub-control circuit 200 to be described later, starting memory number counter, variable Etc. are positioned.

  The control state flag indicates the control state of the special symbol game. The specific area passing flag is for determining whether or not the game ball has passed the specific area. The state flag is a flag for indicating a gaming state.

  The jackpot determination random number counter is for determining the jackpot of a special symbol. The jackpot symbol determining random number counter is for determining a special symbol to be stopped when a special symbol jackpot is determined. The random symbol counter for losing symbol determination is for determining a special symbol to be stopped and displayed when it is not a big hit. The production condition selection random number counter is for determining a production variation pattern. The round number display effect start counter is for determining whether or not to display on the round number display during the normal game. These counters are stored and updated so that the main CPU 66 sequentially increases “1”, and various functions of the main CPU 66 are executed by extracting random numbers from the counters at a predetermined timing. In the present embodiment, such a random number counter is provided, and the main CPU 66 stores and updates the random number counter so as to increase “1” according to a program. You may comprise so that an apparatus like a generator may be provided.

  The waiting time timer is for synchronizing processing executed in the main control circuit 60 and the sub control circuit 200. The special prize opening time timer is for measuring the time for driving the shutter 40 and opening the special prize opening 39. Note that the timer in the present embodiment is stored and updated in the main RAM 70 so as to be subtracted by the predetermined cycle at a predetermined cycle. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the CPU itself may include a timer. .

  The specific game-dedicated winning attacker release count counter indicates the number of times the so-called special game-dedicated winning attacker 44 (see FIG. 4) is released (so-called round number) in an advantageous game. The big prize opening number counter indicates the number of times the big prize opening is opened (so-called round number) in the big hit gaming state. Also, the grand prize winning prize counter indicates the number of game balls that have won the big prize winning opening (see FIG. 4) during one round and passed the V · count sensor 102 or the count sensor 104. The special game-dedicated prize-winner winning counter indicates the number of game balls that have won the specific-game exclusive prize-winner 44 and passed the count sensor 105 during one round. Furthermore, the data indicating the number of reserved balls related to the special symbol (so-called start memory number counter) holds the start of the special symbol game when the game ball is won at the starting port 25 but the variation display of the special symbol cannot be executed. However, it shows the number of times the special symbol game is held. That is, the data indicating the number of reserved balls regarding the special symbol indicates the number of stored start memory information (start memory information will be described later). In addition, the data indicating the number of reserved balls related to the normal symbol holds the start of the normal symbol game when the game ball passes through the passing gates 54a and 54b but the normal symbol variation display cannot be executed. It shows the number of hold times of regular symbol games. The round number display counter indicates the number of rounds displayed on the round number display 51.

  In the main RAM 70, a special symbol storage area and a normal symbol storage area are positioned, and various information is stored.

  The main control circuit 60 also has a command for a reset clock pulse generating circuit 62 that generates a clock pulse of a predetermined frequency, an initial reset circuit 64 that generates a reset signal when the power is turned on, and a sub-control circuit 200 described later. IC for serial communication 72 is provided. The reset clock pulse generation circuit 62, the initial reset circuit 64, and the serial communication IC 72 are connected to the main CPU 66. The reset clock pulse generation circuit 62 generates a clock pulse every predetermined period (for example, 2 milliseconds) in order to execute a system timer interrupt process to be described later.

  Various devices are connected to the main control circuit 60. For example, as shown in FIG. 9, the V / count sensor 102, the count sensors 104 and 105, and the general winning ball sensors 106, 108, 110, and 112 are connected. , Passing ball sensors 114 and 115, starting winning ball sensor 116, ordinary electric accessory solenoid 118, large prize opening solenoid 120, seesaw solenoid 122, backup clear switch 124, firing power increase button 80, firing power decrease button 82 are connected. ing.

  The V / count sensor 102 is provided in a specific area in the special winning opening 39. The V / count sensor 102 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when a game ball passes through a specific area in the special winning opening 39.

  The count sensor 104 is provided in a general area different from the specific area in the special winning opening 39. The count sensor 104 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when the game ball passes through the general area at the special winning opening 39.

  The count sensor 105 is provided in the special game dedicated winning attacker 44. The count sensor 105 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when the game ball passes through the special game-dedicated winning attacker 44.

  The general winning ball sensors 106, 108, 110, and 112 are provided in the general winning ports 56a to 56d, respectively. The general winning ball sensors 106, 108, 110, and 112 supply a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when the game balls pass through the general winning ports 56 a to 56 d.

  The passing ball sensors 114 and 115 are provided at the passing gates 54a and 54b, respectively. The passing ball sensors 114 and 115 supply a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when the game balls pass through the passing gates 54a and 54b, respectively.

  A start winning ball sensor 116 which is a game ball detecting means is provided at the start port 25. The start winning ball sensor 116 detects that a game ball has won (passed) the start opening 25 and supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60.

  The ordinary electric accessory solenoid 118 is connected to the blade member 48 via a link member (not shown). When a specific game is executed, the blade member 48 is operated according to a drive signal supplied from the main CPU 66. Is opened. When the specific game is not executed (for example, a normal game state or a special game state), the normal electric accessory solenoid 118 closes the blade member 48 in accordance with the drive signal supplied from the main CPU 66.

  The big prize opening solenoid 120 is connected to the shutter 40 shown in FIG. 4, and drives the shutter 40 in accordance with a drive signal supplied from the main CPU 66 to make the big prize opening open or closed.

  The seesaw solenoid 122 is connected to a seesaw (not shown) provided in the shutter 40 in the shape of a plate. The seesaw solenoid 122 is displaced in accordance with a drive signal supplied from the main CPU 66 to tilt the seesaw. change. As a result of tilting the seesaw, the seesaw is switched so as to easily pass through the specific region or to pass through the general region.

  The backup clear switch 124 is built in the pachinko gaming machine 10 and has a function of clearing backup data in the event of a power failure or the like in accordance with the operation of the game hall manager.

  The firing power increase button 80 is provided on the main body frame. The fire power increase button 80 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when operated by the player. The main control circuit 60 controls power supply from the dispensing / firing control circuit 126 to the firing solenoid of the launching device 130 based on the received detection signal.

  The firing power reduction button 82 is provided on the main body frame. The fired power reduction button 82 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when operated by the player. The main control circuit 60 controls power supply from the dispensing / firing control circuit 126 to the firing solenoid of the launching device 130 based on the received detection signal.

  The main control circuit 60 is connected to a payout / launch control circuit 126. Connected to the payout / firing control circuit 126 are a payout device 128 that pays out game balls, a launch device 130 that fires game balls, and a card unit 150.

  The payout / launch control circuit 126 receives a prize ball control command supplied from the main control circuit 60 and a lending ball control signal supplied from the card unit 150, and transmits a predetermined signal to the payout device 128. Then, the payout device 128 pays out the game ball. Further, the payout / launch control circuit 126 performs a control of launching a game ball by supplying a launch signal to the launch device 130.

  In addition, the launching device 130 includes a device for launching a game ball such as the launching solenoid and the touch sensor described above. When the firing handle 26 is gripped by the player and is turned clockwise, the power corresponding to the operation of the firing power increase button 80 and the firing power decrease button 82 is applied to the firing solenoid. The game balls supplied and stored in the upper plate 20 are sequentially fired onto the game board 14 by the firing solenoid.

  Further, a lamp control circuit 76 for controlling the lamp 74 is connected to the main control circuit 60, and the lamp 74 is connected to the lamp control circuit 76. The lamp control circuit 76 supplies a lamp (LED) control signal to the lamp 74. The lamp 74 includes incandescent bulbs, LEDs, and the like. Specifically, the special symbol holding lamps 34a to 34d, the normal symbol holding lamps 50a to 50d, the special symbol display device 33 (7-segment LED 41), and the normal symbol display device 35. (Display lamp), round number display 51 (7-segment LED 52) and the like are included.

  On the other hand, the sub-control circuit 200 is connected to the serial communication IC 72. The sub-control circuit 200 performs display control in the liquid crystal display device 32, control related to sound generated from the speaker 46, control of the lamp 74 and lamp 132, and the like in accordance with various commands supplied from the main control circuit 60. Note that the lamp 132 includes an incandescent lamp, an LED, and the like, specifically, a decorative lamp (not shown) that displays light and dark on the game board 14. A stop operation button 84 is connected to the sub control circuit 200.

  In the present embodiment, the command is supplied from the main control circuit 60 to the sub control circuit 200 and the signal cannot be supplied from the sub control circuit 200 to the main control circuit 60. Not limited to this, the sub control circuit 200 may be configured to transmit a signal to the main control circuit 60.

  The sub-control circuit 200 includes an identification information stop game control unit, a determination unit, a sub CPU 206 as a sound generation control unit, a program ROM 208 as a storage unit, a work RAM 210, and a display control circuit 250 for performing display control in the liquid crystal display device 32. The voice control circuit 230 controls the sound generated from the speaker 46, the normal symbol holding lamp 50, and the lamp control circuit 240 that controls the lamp 132 such as a decoration lamp. The sub-control circuit 200 executes an effect according to the progress of the game in accordance with a command from the main control circuit 60.

  A program ROM 208, a work RAM 210, and the like are connected to the sub CPU 206. The sub CPU 206 has a function of executing various processes according to the program stored in the program ROM 208. In particular, the sub CPU 206 controls the sub control circuit 200 in accordance with various commands supplied from the main control circuit 60, as will be described later. The sub CPU 206 performs various later-described identification information stop game control means for controlling the execution of the identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the identification information that is variably displayed on the change display means such as the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32. It will function as a means.

  The program ROM 208 stores a program for controlling the game effect of the pachinko gaming machine 10 by the sub CPU 206, and also stores various tables such as a table for making a decision regarding the effect. A specific program will be described later.

  The program ROM 208 stores a plurality of types of effect patterns. This effect pattern relates to the progress of the effect display that is executed in association with the variable symbol display. The program ROM 208 stores effect patterns during execution of a plurality of types of special games. The effect pattern during execution of the special game relates to the progress of the effect display executed in relation to the round game in the special game. The program ROM 208 stores effect patterns during execution of a plurality of types of specific games. The effect pattern during execution of the specific game relates to the progress of the effect display executed in relation to the round game in the specific game. The program ROM 208 stores a plurality of types of specific game notice effect patterns. The program ROM 208 stores a reach time table that defines a display period of reach effects. The program ROM 208 stores a stop operation count correspondence table (see FIG. 19). In this way, the program ROM 208 determines that the winning probability for winning the lottery and the number of times for operating the stopping operation means are set so that the winning probability for winning the lottery is set higher as the number of times of operation of the stop operating means is increased. It is an example of the memory | storage means in which the corresponding relationship is memorize | stored.

  In this embodiment, the main control circuit 60 uses the main ROM 68 and the sub control circuit 200 uses the program ROM 208 as storage means for storing programs, tables, and the like. However, the present invention is not limited to this. As long as it is a storage medium readable by a computer equipped with a computer, a program, a table, and the like are recorded on a storage medium such as a hard disk device, a CD-ROM and a DVD-ROM, and a ROM cartridge. May be. Of course, the main ROM 68 may be used as an alternative to the program ROM 208. Further, these programs may not be recorded in advance, but may be downloaded after the power is turned on and recorded in the main RAM 70 in the main control circuit 60 and the work RAM 210 in the sub control circuit 200. . Furthermore, each program may be recorded on a separate storage medium.

  The work RAM 210 has a function of storing various flags and variable values as a temporary storage area of the sub CPU 206. For example, various variables are positioned such as a timer variable for controlling the reach effect time, an effect display selection random number counter for selecting an effect pattern, and the like.

  In this embodiment, the main RAM 70 is used as the temporary storage area of the main CPU 66 and the work RAM 210 is used as the temporary storage area of the sub CPU 206. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any readable / writable storage medium may be used.

  A display control circuit 250 functioning as a variable display control means includes an image data processor (hereinafter referred to as VDP) 212, an image data ROM 216 for storing various image data, a D / A converter 218 for converting image data as an image signal, It comprises an initial reset circuit 220 that generates a reset signal when the power is turned on. The display control circuit 250 is an example of a notification unit control unit that controls the notification unit (liquid crystal display device 32) to notify that the stop operation of the stop operation unit is necessary.

  The VDP 212 described above is connected to the sub CPU 206, the image data ROM 216, the D / A converter 218, and the initial reset circuit 220.

  The VDP 212 is a device that includes circuits such as a so-called sprite circuit, a screen circuit, and a pallet circuit, and can perform various processes for causing the liquid crystal display device 32 to display an image. That is, the VDP 212 performs display control for the liquid crystal display device 32. Further, the VDP 212 includes a storage medium (for example, a video RAM) as a buffer for displaying an image on the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. By storing the image data in a predetermined storage area of the storage medium, an image is displayed on the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32 at a predetermined timing.

  In the image data ROM 216, various types of image data such as effect identification information image data, background image data, and effect image data indicating the effect identification information are stored separately. Of course, related image data indicating a related image is also stored.

  The VDP 212 reads various image data such as effect identification information image data, background image data, effect image data, and the like from the image data ROM 216 in response to an image display command supplied from the sub CPU 206 and displays them on the liquid crystal display device 32. The image data to be generated is generated. The VDP 212 superimposes the generated image data in order from the image data located at the rear, stores the image data in a buffer, and supplies the data to the D / A converter 218 at a predetermined timing. The D / A converter 218 converts the image data as an image signal and supplies the image signal to the liquid crystal display device 32, thereby causing the liquid crystal display device 32 to display an image.

  The audio control circuit 230 includes a sound source IC 232 that performs control related to audio, an audio data ROM 234 that stores various audio data, and an amplifier 236 (hereinafter referred to as AMP) for amplifying audio signals.

  The sound source IC 232 is connected to the sub CPU 206, the initial reset circuit 220, the audio data ROM 234, and the AMP 236. The sound source IC 232 controls sound generated from the speaker 46.

  The lamp control circuit 240 includes a drive circuit 242 for supplying a lamp control signal and a decoration data ROM 244 in which a plurality of types of lamp decoration patterns are stored. The lamp control circuit 240 is directly controlled by the sub CPU 206 described above. That is, the sub CPU 206 controls various lamps 132 such as decorative lamps in accordance with a program stored in the program ROM 208.

  The sub CPU 206 reads one type of lamp decoration pattern from a plurality of types of lamp decoration patterns stored in the decoration data ROM 244, and supplies a predetermined light emission signal to the drive circuit 242 based on the lamp decoration pattern. The drive circuit 242 turns on, blinks, and turns off the lamp 132 such as a decorative lamp based on the received predetermined light emission signal.

  The stop operation button 84 is provided on the door 11. The stop operation button 84 supplies a control signal corresponding to the player's operation to the sub-control circuit 200. In response to the signal received from the stop operation button 84, the sub-control circuit 200 performs control to stop and display the identification information variably displayed in the identification information stop game. As described above, the stop operation button 84 is an example of the stop operation means that can display the variably displayed identification information by the player's operation on the change display means.

[Big hit judgment table]
FIG. 10 shows an example of the big hit determination table stored in the main ROM 68. As shown in FIG. 10, in the normal mode (for example, determined by the value of the status flag (for example, “0”)), when the jackpot determination random value is 1 to 393, it is determined to be out of place. . When the jackpot determining random number is 394 to 397, it is determined that the game is a specific game (2R jackpot). When the jackpot determining random number is 398 to 399, it is determined that the game is a special game (15R jackpot). When the big hit determination random number is 400, it is determined that the game is a special game (15R big hit probability change). In the case of the specific mode (for example, it is determined by the value of the status flag (for example, “1”)), when the jackpot determination random number value is 1 to 330, it is determined to be out of place. When the jackpot determination random number is 331 to 370, it is determined that the game is a specific game (2R jackpot). When the jackpot determination random number is 371 to 390, it is determined that the game is a special game (15R jackpot). When the big hit determination random number is 391 to 400, it is determined that the game is a special game (15R big hit probability variation). In the case of the special mode (for example, it is determined by the value of the status flag (for example, “2”)), when the jackpot determination random number value is 1 to 330, it is determined to be out of place. When the jackpot determination random number is 331 to 370, it is determined that the game is a specific game (2R jackpot). When the jackpot determination random number is 371 to 390, it is determined that the game is a special game (15R jackpot). When the big hit determination random number is 391 to 400, it is determined that the game is a special game (15R big hit probability variation).

[Game machine operation]
The processing executed by the pachinko gaming machine 10 is shown in FIGS. 11 to 18 below. Moreover, the state transition of the special symbol control process (FIG. 13) performed by the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG.

[Main processing]
First, as shown in FIG. 11, RAM access permission, backup restoration processing, initialization of the work area, and initial setting processing such as a start memory number counter are executed (step S11). Then, as will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 13, a special symbol control process related to the progress of the special symbol game, the special symbol on the special symbol display 33, and the identification information for presentation displayed on the liquid crystal display device 32 is executed ( Step S15). As described above, in the main process, after the initial setting process in step S11 is completed, the process in step S15 is repeatedly executed.

[System timer interrupt processing]
Further, the main CPU 66 may interrupt the main process and execute the system timer interrupt process even when the main process is being executed. The following system timer interrupt process is executed in response to a clock pulse generated from the reset clock pulse generation circuit 62 every predetermined period (for example, 2 milliseconds). This system timer interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, as shown in FIG. 12, the main CPU 66 updates the random numbers so that the count values of the big hit determination random number counter, the big hit symbol determination random number counter, the round number display effect start counter, etc. are incremented by “1”. Processing is executed (step S42). And the input detection process which detects winning or passing of game balls, such as the starting port 25, is performed (step S43). Then, a waiting time timer for synchronizing the main control circuit 60 and the sub control circuit 200, and the opening time of the special winning opening 39 that is opened when a special game (for example, 15R big hit) is executed is measured. A special prize opening time timer for a specific game, a special game dedicated prize opening time timer for measuring the opening time of a special game dedicated prize attacker 44 that is opened when a specific game (for example, 2R big hit) is executed, etc. Then, various timer update processes are executed (step S44). Then, an output process is executed in order to supply a signal for drive control based on various variables to a solenoid, a motor, or the like (step S46). If this process ends, the process moves to a step S47.

  In step S47, command output processing is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 supplies various commands to the sub control circuit 200. Specifically, these various commands include a demonstration display command, a stop design designation command for effect indicating the type of effect identification information to be stopped and displayed in the left column, the middle column, and the right column, and an identification for effect. A variation pattern designation command indicating a variation pattern of information, a specific effect image display command, and the like are included. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S49.

  In the process of step S49, the main CPU 66 executes a payout process such as transmitting a prize ball control command for causing the payout device 128 to perform a prize ball to the payout / firing control circuit 126. Further, the main CPU 66 supplies to the payout / launch control circuit 126 a prize ball control command for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls as a result of the game balls winning in various winning holes. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished, the address is restored to the address before the occurrence of the interrupt, and the main process is executed.

[Special symbol control processing]
The subroutine executed in step S15 in FIG. 11 will be described with reference to FIG. In FIG. 13, the numerical values drawn from step S72 to step S81 indicate the control state flags corresponding to those steps, and one step corresponding to the numerical value according to the numerical value of the control state flag. Will be executed and the special symbol game will proceed.

  First, as shown in FIG. 13, a process for loading a control state flag is executed (step S71). In this process, the main CPU 66 reads the control state flag. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S72.

  In steps S72 to S80, as will be described later, the main CPU 66 determines whether or not to execute various processes in each step based on the value of the control state flag. This control state flag indicates the game state of the special symbol game, and enables one of the processes from step S72 to step S81 to be executed. In addition, the main CPU 66 executes processing in each step at a predetermined timing determined in accordance with a waiting time timer or the like set for each step. Before reaching the predetermined timing, the process ends without executing the process in each step, and another subroutine is executed. Of course, the system timer interrupt process is also executed at a predetermined cycle.

  In step S72, a special symbol memory check process is executed. Details will be described later with reference to FIG. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S73.

  In step S73, a special symbol variation time management process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 sets the value (02) indicating the special symbol display time management to the control state flag when the control state flag is the value (01) indicating the special symbol variation time management. Set the waiting time after confirmation (for example, 1 second) in the waiting time timer. That is, it is set so that the process of step S74 is executed after the waiting time after determination has elapsed. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S74.

  In step S74, a special symbol display time management process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 determines whether or not it is a big hit when the control state flag is a value (02) indicating special symbol display time management and the waiting time after determination has elapsed. In the case of a big hit, the main CPU 66 sets a value (03) indicating the big hit start interval management in the control state flag, and sets a time (for example, 10 seconds) corresponding to the big hit start interval in the waiting time timer. That is, after the time corresponding to the big hit start interval elapses, the setting of step S75 is performed. On the other hand, the main CPU 66 sets a value (08) indicating the end of the special symbol game when it is not a big hit. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S81. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S75.

  In step S75, a big hit start interval management process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 has a value (03) indicating that the control status flag indicates the jackpot start interval management, and when the time corresponding to the jackpot start interval has elapsed, the main winning prize port 39 read from the main ROM 68 is obtained. Alternatively, the main RAM 70 stores data for opening the special game dedicated winning attacker 44. Then, in the process of step S46 of FIG. 12, the main CPU 66 reads data for opening the big prize opening 39 or the special game dedicated prize attacker 44 stored in the main RAM 70, and the main prize winning slot 39 or the special game special prize is read. A signal for opening the attacker 44 is supplied to the special prize opening solenoid 120 or the ordinary electric accessory solenoid 118. In this way, the main CPU 66 or the like performs opening / closing control of the special winning opening 39 or the special game dedicated winning attacker 44. That is, a predetermined advantageous gaming state (a gaming state from an open state where the grand prize opening 39 easily accepts a game ball to a closed state where the grand prize opening 39 hardly accepts a gaming ball, or a special gaming dedicated prize attacker 44 is a gaming ball. A special game or a specific game in which a single round game in which a special game-specific prize-winning attacker 44 is in a closed state where it is difficult to accept a game ball) may be repeated multiple times. Will be.

  Further, the main CPU 66 sets a value (04) indicating that the special winning opening is open in the control state flag. In addition, when the advantageous gaming state is a special game, the main CPU 66 sets an opening upper limit time (for example, 30 seconds) in the big winning opening opening time timer. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S78. Further, the main CPU 66 assigns a predetermined number (for example, “15”, etc.) to the round number display counter in the main RAM 70. Further, the main CPU 66 starts measuring the execution time of the special game using the special game execution time timer in the main RAM 70. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S76.

  On the other hand, when the advantageous game state is the specific game, the main CPU 66 sets the open upper limit time (for example, 1 second, etc.) in the special game dedicated prize opener timer. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S78. Further, the main CPU 66 substitutes a predetermined number (for example, “2”) into the round number display counter in the main RAM 70. Further, the main CPU 66 uses the specific game execution time timer in the main RAM 70 to start measuring the specific game execution time. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S76. In this way, the main CPU 66 is a control means for performing control to execute either a special game with a long opening time of an accessory or a specific game with a shorter opening time of the accessory than the special game as an advantageous game. It is an example.

  In this way, in special games and specific games, which are examples of advantageous games, an object (for example, a special prize opening 39 (see FIG. 4), a special game dedicated prize attacker 44 (see FIG. 4), etc.) Release action in the game. The special game has a longer opening time in each round game than the specific game. For this reason, in addition to the execution of the special game, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by providing a new game form in which the specific game is executed with a shorter release time of the accessory than when the special game is executed. A gaming machine can be provided.

  In step S76, a round number display management process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 selects one round number display pattern from a plurality of types of round number display patterns stored in the main ROM 68 based on the numbers assigned to the round number display counter stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. And the selected round number display pattern is stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70.

  The data indicating the round number display pattern stored in the predetermined area of the main RAM 70 is a signal (round number display control signal) for controlling the display of the round number display 51 by the process of step S46 in FIG. Is transmitted to the lamp control circuit 76. When the lamp control circuit 76 receives the round number display control signal, the lamp control circuit 76 performs display control of the round number display 51 based on the round number display control signal. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S77.

  In step S77, a waiting time management process before reopening an accessory is executed. In this process, when the advantageous game is a special game, the main CPU 66 determines that the control state flag is a value (06) indicating the waiting time management before reopening of an accessory and the time corresponding to the interval between rounds has elapsed. Then, the special winning opening opening number counter is stored and updated so as to increase by “1”. The main CPU 66 sets a value (04) indicating that the special winning opening is open in the control state flag. The main CPU 66 sets the opening upper limit time (for example, 30 seconds) in the big prize opening time timer. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S78. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S78.

  On the other hand, when the advantageous game is the specific game, the main CPU 66 determines that the control state flag is a value (06) indicating the waiting time management before the reopening of the accessory and the time corresponding to the interval between rounds has elapsed. The game-specific prize-attacker release count counter is stored and updated so as to increase by “1”. The main CPU 66 sets, in the control state flag, a value (04) indicating that the specific game dedicated winning attacker is being released. The main CPU 66 sets the opening upper limit time (for example, 1 second) in the special game dedicated winning attacker opening time timer. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S78. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S78.

  In step S78, an accessory release process is executed. In this process, when the control status flag is a value (04) indicating that an accessory is being released, if the special game, the main CPU 66 has a condition that the big winning opening prize counter is “10” or more, and the upper limit of opening. It is determined whether or not one of the conditions that the time has passed (the big winning opening opening time timer is “0”) is satisfied. The main CPU 66 updates a variable positioned in the main RAM 70 in order to close the special winning opening 39 when any of the conditions is satisfied. In the case of a specific game, the main CPU 66 satisfies the condition that the big prize opening prize counter is “3” or more and the opening upper limit time has passed (the big prize opening time timer is “0”). It is determined whether or not either of them is satisfied. The main CPU 66 updates a variable positioned in the main RAM 70 in order to close the special game dedicated winning attacker 44 when any of the conditions is satisfied. The main CPU 66 sets a value (05) indicating monitoring of the remaining ball in the accessory in the control state flag. The main CPU 66 sets the remaining sphere monitoring time (for example, 1 second) in the accessory in the waiting time timer. That is, it is set so that the processing of step S79 is executed after the in-object residual sphere monitoring time has elapsed. Note that the main CPU 66 does not execute the above-described processing when none of the conditions is satisfied. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S79.

  In step S79, the remaining sphere monitoring process in the accessory is executed. In this process, when the advantageous game is a special game (for example, when the value of the state flag is “2”), the main CPU 66 sets the control state flag to a value (05) indicating monitoring of the remaining ball in the accessory, When the remaining ball in the bonus game has elapsed, the condition that the game ball has not passed through the specific area in the big prize opening 39, the special prize opening number counter is “15” (stop display on the special symbol display 33) It is determined whether or not one of the following conditions is satisfied: (when the specified numeric symbol is “7”). When any of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 66 sets a value (07) indicating the jackpot end interval in the control state flag, and sets a time corresponding to the jackpot end interval in the waiting time timer. In other words, after the time corresponding to the big hit end interval has elapsed, the setting of step S80 is executed.

  When the advantageous game is a specific game (for example, when the value of the state flag is “1”), the main CPU 66 indicates that the control state flag is a value (05) indicating monitoring of the remaining ball in the accessory. When the internal residual ball monitoring time has elapsed, the condition that the game ball has not passed through the specific area in the special game-dedicated winning attacker 44 (see FIG. 4), the specific game-dedicated prize-winner opening number counter is “2” (special It is determined whether or not any of the conditions that the specific number symbol stopped and displayed on the symbol display 33 is “3”) or more (the final round) is satisfied. When any of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 66 sets a value (07) indicating the jackpot end interval in the control state flag, and sets a time corresponding to the jackpot end interval in the waiting time timer. In other words, after the time corresponding to the big hit end interval has elapsed, the setting of step S80 is executed.

  On the other hand, when neither of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 66 sets a value (06) indicating management of the accessory reopening waiting time in the control state flag. Further, the main CPU 66 updates the storage so that “1” is subtracted from the round number display counter stored in the main RAM 70. Further, the main CPU 66 sets a time corresponding to the interval between rounds in the waiting time timer. In other words, after the time corresponding to the interval between rounds has elapsed, the setting of step S77 is performed. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S80. As described above, the main CPU 66 is an example of a control unit that controls advantageous game execution.

  In step S80, jackpot end interval processing is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 sets the value (08) indicating the end of the special symbol game to the control state when the control state flag is a value (07) indicating the jackpot end interval and the time corresponding to the jackpot end interval has elapsed. Set to flag. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S81. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S81.

  In step S81, a special symbol game end process is executed. In this process, when the control state flag is a value (08) indicating the end of the special symbol game, the main CPU 66 updates the memory (starting storage information) indicating the number of reserved symbols related to the special symbol so as to decrease by “1”. To do. Further, the main CPU 66 sets data indicating a start memory number designation command indicating that the start memory information is decreased by “1” in a predetermined storage area in the main RAM 70. Then, the main CPU 66 updates the special symbol storage area in order to perform the next fluctuation display. The main CPU 66 sets a value (00) indicating a special symbol storage check. That is, it is set to execute the process of step S72. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  As described above, the special symbol game is executed by setting the control state flag. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 14, the main CPU 66 sets the control status flag to “00”, “01”, “02”, when the big hit determination result is lost in the big hit gaming state. By setting “08” in order, the processing of step S72, step S73, step S74, and step S81 shown in FIG. 13 is executed at a predetermined timing. Further, the main CPU 66 sets the control state flag in the order of “00”, “01”, “02”, “03” when the result of the big hit determination is a big hit when it is not the big hit gaming state, The processing of step S72, step S73, step S74, and step S75 shown in FIG. 13 is executed at a predetermined timing, and control to the big hit gaming state is executed. Further, when the control to the big hit gaming state is executed, the main CPU 66 sets the control state flag in order of “04”, “05”, “06”, thereby performing step S78 shown in FIG. The processes of step S79 and step S77 are executed at a predetermined timing, and a special game is executed. If the special game (big hit game state) end condition (special game end condition, big hit game end condition) is satisfied, “04”, “05”, “07”, “08” should be set in order. Thus, the processing from step S78 to step S81 shown in FIG. 13 is executed at a predetermined timing, and the special game is ended. Further, in the present embodiment, the game ball has not passed through the specific area until the predetermined time has passed (puncture), and the maximum number of continuous rounds (in this embodiment, “2” rounds or “15 The end of the “round” round game may also be a special game end condition.

[Special symbol memory check processing]
The subroutine executed in step S72 in FIG. 13 will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, as shown in FIG. 15, in step S101, the main CPU 66 determines whether or not the control state flag is a value (00) indicating a special symbol storage check. If it is determined that the control state flag is a value indicating a special symbol storage check, the process proceeds to step S102. If it is determined that the control state flag is not a value indicating a special symbol storage check, this subroutine is terminated. To do.

  In step S102, the main CPU 66 determines whether or not the number of reserved symbols related to the special symbol is “0”. If it is determined that the data indicating the number of reserved symbols related to the special symbol is “0”, the process proceeds to step S103. If it is determined that the data indicating the reserved number is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S104. Transfer.

  In step S103, a demonstration display process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 stores a variable for supplying a demonstration display command to the sub-control circuit 200 in the main RAM 70 in order to perform a demonstration display. As a result, the display of the demonstration screen is executed in the sub control circuit 200. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  In step S104, a process of setting a value (01) indicating special symbol variation time management as a control state flag is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 stores a value indicating special symbol variation time management in the control state flag. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S105.

  In step S105, a jackpot determination process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 selects a jackpot determination value stored in the jackpot determination table (see FIG. 10) based on the value of the state flag. Then, the main CPU 66 refers to the jackpot determination random number value extracted at the time of starting winning and the jackpot determination value.

  That is, with reference to the jackpot determination random number extracted by the special game internal lottery and the jackpot determination value in the jackpot determination table, the winning probability of the lottery differs after a specific gaming state (2R jackpot) which is an example of a jackpot Transition to a gaming state that becomes a probable change state (specific mode), transition to a gaming state that becomes a probable change state (special mode) after a special gaming state (15R big hit) that is an example of a big hit, or a special that is an example of a big hit After the gaming state (15R big hit), it is determined whether to shift to a gaming state that does not become a certain change state (special mode). If this process ends, the process moves to a step S106. As described above, the main CPU 66 is an example of a control unit that controls a lottery to determine whether or not to execute an advantageous game in which a round game advantageous to the player is performed a plurality of times.

  In step S106, a symbol determination process is performed. Although details will be described later, in this process, the main CPU 66 performs a symbol determination process based on the result of the reference in step S105. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S109.

  In step S109, a variation pattern determination process is executed. In this processing, the main CPU 66 extracts a rendering condition selection random value. Based on the special symbol determined in step S106, that is, based on the result of the lottery in step S105, the main CPU 66 selects a variation pattern distribution table for determining the variation pattern of the effect display. Here, the variation pattern of the effect display means the variation display pattern of the identification information for the effect, the variation display pattern of the effect image, etc. Based on the variation pattern of the effect display, the variation display and stop of the identification information for the effect A game in which display is repeatedly performed is controlled, and display of the effect image is controlled. Then, the main CPU 66 determines the effect display variation pattern based on the effect condition selection random number extracted from the effect condition selection random number counter and the selected variation pattern distribution table, and stores it in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. To do. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S110.

  In step S109, the data indicating the variation pattern of the effect display stored in the predetermined area of the main RAM 70 is transferred from the main CPU 66 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 206 of the sub control circuit 200 by the process of step S47 in FIG. Supplied as a fluctuation pattern designation command. The sub CPU 206 of the sub control circuit 200 selects an effect pattern based on the received variation pattern designation command, stores the selected effect pattern in a predetermined area of the work RAM 210, and based on the stored effect pattern, Data for displaying the effect pattern is transmitted to the display control circuit 250. The display control circuit 250 controls the effect display on the liquid crystal display device 32 based on the data for displaying the reach effect pattern.

  Further, in step S109, the main CPU 66 has a function as a control means for controlling the progress of the game in which the special symbol which is the identification information is repeatedly displayed and stopped.

  That is, in step S109, based on the data indicating the special symbol stored in the predetermined area of the main RAM 70 by the process in step S106, the main CPU 66 selects one of the plurality of types of LED lighting patterns stored in the main ROM 68. The LED lighting pattern is selected, and the selected LED lighting pattern is stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70.

  The data indicating the LED lighting pattern stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70 is used as a signal (special symbol drive control signal) for driving and controlling the special symbol display 33 by the process of step S46 in FIG. Are transmitted to the lamp control circuit 76. When the lamp control circuit 76 receives the special symbol drive control signal, the lamp control circuit 76 performs display control of the special symbol display device 33 based on the special symbol drive control signal. With the above processing, the special symbol display unit 33 displays the special symbol in a variably manner, and the special symbol that has been variably displayed is stopped and displayed after a predetermined time. Thus, the lamp control circuit 76 is an example of a round number display control unit.

  In step S110, a process of setting a variation time corresponding to the determined variation pattern for production in a waiting time timer is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 reads the variation time corresponding to the effect variation pattern determined by the process of step S109 from the table, and stores a value indicating the variation time in the waiting time timer. And the process which clears the memory area where the random number for jackpot determination used for the present fluctuation display etc. was memorized is performed (Step S111). When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

[Design determination processing]
The process of step S106 in FIG. 15 will be described with reference to FIG.

  In step S1500, a process for determining whether or not a big hit is performed. In this process, the main CPU 66 determines whether or not it is a big hit based on the result of the reference in step S105 of FIG. If the main CPU 66 determines that it is a big hit, the process proceeds to step S1502, and if the main CPU 66 determines that it is not a big hit, the process moves to step S1518.

  In step S1502, a jackpot symbol determination process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 extracts the jackpot symbol determination random number value extracted at the time of starting winning, determines a special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 33 based on the jackpot symbol determination random number value, Data indicating the special symbol is stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S1504.

  In step S1504, a process of determining whether or not 2R big hit is performed. In this process, the main CPU 66 extracts the jackpot symbol determination random value extracted at the time of starting winning, and determines whether or not the 2R jackpot is based on the jackpot symbol determination random value. If the main CPU 66 determines that it is a 2R big hit (specific game), it moves the process to step S1506. If the main CPU 66 does not determine 2R big hit (specific game), the main CPU 66 shifts the processing to step S1510.

  In step S1506, specific effect image processing is performed. In this process, the main CPU 66 selects an effect pattern designation command including an effect pattern designation command for a specific effect image relating to a specific game, and stores it in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S1508.

  In step S1508, processing for setting a specific mode in the state flag is performed. In this process, the main CPU 66 sets a value (for example, “1”, etc.) indicating a specific mode in a status flag stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished. In the present embodiment, “1” is described as the value representing the specific mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any value capable of determining the specific mode can be used. . As described above, the main CPU 66 is an example of a control unit that controls the execution of the game in the specific mode in which the winning probability of the lottery is increased after the specific game is executed. Further, the main CPU 66 assigns a value corresponding to the value set in the control flag to the effect pattern designation command and stores it in the main RAM 70. In this process, the effect pattern designation command including the effect pattern designation command for the specific effect image stored in the predetermined area of the main RAM 70 is transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 in the process of step S47 in FIG.

  In step S1510, special effect image processing is performed. In this process, the main CPU 66 selects an effect pattern designation command including an effect pattern designation command for a special effect image relating to a special game, and stores it in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S1512.

  In step S1512, a process for determining whether or not there is a certain change is performed. In this process, the main CPU 66 extracts the jackpot symbol determination random value extracted at the time of winning the start opening, and determines whether or not the probability change is based on the jackpot symbol determination random value. If the main CPU 66 determines that there is a probability change, it moves the process to step S1514. If the main CPU 66 does not determine that there is a certainty, the main CPU 66 moves the process to step S1516.

  In step S1514, processing for setting the special mode in the status flag is performed. In this process, the main CPU 66 sets a value indicating the special mode (for example, “2”, etc.) in the status flag stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished. In the present embodiment, “2” is described as a value representing the special mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any value capable of determining the special mode can be used. . Further, the main CPU 66 assigns a value corresponding to the value set in the control flag to the effect pattern designation command and stores it in the main RAM 70. In this process, the effect pattern designation command including the effect pattern designation command for the specific effect image stored in the predetermined area of the main RAM 70 is transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 in the process of step S47 in FIG.

  In step S1516, processing for setting the normal mode to the status flag is performed. In this process, the main CPU 66 sets a value (for example, “0”, etc.) indicating the normal mode in the status flag stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished. In this embodiment, “0” is described as a value representing the normal mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any value that can determine the normal mode can be used. . Further, the main CPU 66 assigns a value corresponding to the value set in the control flag to the effect pattern designation command and stores it in the main RAM 70. In this process, the effect pattern designation command including the effect pattern designation command for the specific effect image stored in the predetermined area of the main RAM 70 is transmitted to the sub control circuit 200 in the process of step S47 in FIG.

  In step S1518, a missing symbol determination process is executed. In this process, the main CPU 66 extracts a random symbol value for determining a symbol out of the random symbol counter for determining a symbol out of symbol, and based on the random number value for determining a symbol out of symbol, the special symbol display unit 33 stops and displays the special symbol. The data indicating the special symbol is stored in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  FIG. 17 shows an example of the gaming state transition of the pachinko gaming machine 10 controlled by the above processing. As shown in FIG. 17, the normal game in the normal mode (state C1600) is first executed. When a game ball enters the start port 25 (see FIG. 4), an internal lottery is performed by the process of step S105 in FIG. 15 (state C1602). Next, the state changes to the big hit determination state (state C1604).

  In the big hit determination state (state C1604), it is determined whether or not it is a big hit. Specifically, it is controlled by the process of step S1500 in FIG. In the case of big hit, the state changes to the 2R big hit determination state (state C1606), and in the case of no big hit, the state changes to normal game (state C1600).

  In the 2R big hit determination state (state C1606), it is determined whether or not it is a 2R big hit. Specifically, it is controlled by the process of step S1504 in FIG. In the case of 2R big hit, the state changes to a specific gaming state (state C1608), and in the case of not 2R big hit, the state changes to a probability change determination state (state C1612).

  In the specific game state (state C1608), the specific game, which is a game advantageous to the player, is executed by the processing from steps S75 to S79 in FIG. When a round game that is advantageous for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, two rounds) is executed, the state changes to a specific mode (state C1610).

  The normal game specific mode (state C1610) is a state in which a game is executed in a specific mode in which the winning probability of the internal lottery (state C1602) is different after execution of the above-described specific game (so-called probability change). When a game ball enters the start port 25 (see FIG. 4), an internal lottery is performed by the process of step S105 in FIG. 15 (state C1602). In the specific mode, as described above, the judgment values in the referenced jackpot judgment table (see FIG. 10) are different, making it easy to win an advantageous game. Next, the state changes to the big hit determination state (state C1604).

  In the probability variation determination state (state C1612), it is determined whether or not the probability variation big hit. Specifically, it is controlled by the process of step S1512 of FIG. In the case of a probable big hit, the state changes to a special gaming state (15R big hit probable change) (state C1614), and in the case of not being a probable big hit, the state changes to a special gaming state (15R big hit) (state C1620).

  In the special game state (state C1614), a special game which is a game advantageous to the player is executed by the processing from steps S75 to S79 in FIG. When a round game advantageous for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 rounds) is executed, the state changes to the special mode (state C1616).

  The special mode of normal game (state C1616) is a state in which a game is executed in a special mode having different winning probabilities of internal lottery (state C1602) after the above-described special game is executed (so-called probability change). When a game ball enters the start port 25 (see FIG. 4), an internal lottery is performed by the process of step S105 in FIG. 15 (state C1602). In the special mode, as described above, the judgment values in the referenced jackpot judgment table (see FIG. 10) are different, and it is easy to win an advantageous game. Next, the state changes to the big hit determination state (state C1604).

  In the special game state (state C1620), a special game which is a game advantageous to the player is executed by the processing from steps S75 to S79 in FIG. When a round game advantageous for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 rounds) is executed, the state changes to the normal gaming state (state C1600). As described above, the main CPU 66 is an example of a control unit that controls the execution of a game according to a plurality of game states.

  In this way, as an advantageous game, a lottery is performed as to whether to execute a special game with a long opening time of an accessory or a specific game with a shorter opening time of the accessory than the special game. As a result of the lottery, when a specific game is won, the execution of the specific game is controlled by the control means. Therefore, in addition to the execution of the special game, a new game form is provided in which a specific game is executed in which the release time of the accessory is shorter than that at the time of execution of the special game. In addition, a first character (for example, a special prize opening 39 (see FIG. 4)) that performs an opening operation when a special game is executed and a second character (for example, a specific character that performs an opening operation when a specific game is executed). And a game-specific winning attacker 44 (see FIG. 4). For this reason, the second character (for example, a special game-dedicated prize winner 44) is not used when the specific game is executed, but the first character (for example, the big prize opening 39) that performs the opening operation when the special game is performed. A new game form in which a predetermined opening operation is performed is provided.

[Operation of sub-control circuit]
On the other hand, the sub control circuit 200 receives various commands transmitted from the main control circuit 60 and executes the following effects.

[Display control processing]
A display control process in the liquid crystal display device 32, which is an example of a display unit, will be described below with reference to FIG.

  In S1800, effect command reception processing is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 receives the effect command transmitted from the main control circuit 60. Furthermore, the sub CPU 206 stores a value corresponding to the value of the identification information flag included in the effect command in the work RAM 208. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S1802.

  In S1802, a timer setting process is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 sets the current identification information stop game execution time (for example, 10 seconds) in the identification information stop game timer in the work RAM 210. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S1804. In this embodiment, 10 seconds is described as an example of the identification information stop game execution time. However, the identification information stop game execution time is 5 seconds or 30 seconds so that the game play rate does not decrease. It may be an arbitrary time during which the identification information stop game can be concentrated.

  In S1804, processing for determining whether or not the gaming state has changed is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 compares the value corresponding to the state flag included in the previous effect command stored in the work RAM 208 with the value corresponding to the state flag included in the current effect command. The sub CPU 206 determines that the gaming state has changed when the value according to the state flag included in the previous effect command is different from the value according to the state flag included in the current effect command. If the sub CPU 206 determines that the gaming state has changed, the process proceeds to step S1806, and if it determines that the gaming state has not changed, the process proceeds to step S1808. Thus, it is an example of the identification information stop game control means for performing control to change the number of times of operation of the stop operation means on condition that the game state of the game to be executed is changed. Furthermore, the sub CPU 206 is an example of an identification information stop game control unit that changes the number of times of operation of the stop operation unit in response to a change in the probability of winning an advantageous game.

  In step S1806, the operation number changing process is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 refers to the stop operation number correspondence table (see FIG. 19) stored in the program ROM 208, and determines the stop operation means (stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4)) according to the number of stop operations corresponding to the gaming state. ) Change the number of operations. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S1808. In this way, the program ROM 208 determines that the winning probability for winning the lottery and the number of times for operating the stopping operation means are set so that the winning probability for winning the lottery is set higher as the number of times of operation of the stop operating means is increased. It is an example of the memory | storage means in which the corresponding relationship is memorize | stored. Further, the sub CPU 206 is an example of identification information stop game control means for performing control to change the number of times of operation of the stop operation means necessary for stopping and displaying one piece of identification information that is variably displayed according to a predetermined condition. is there.

  In S1808, identification information stop game initialization processing is performed. In this processing, a program related to the identification information stop game is called from the program ROM 208 based on the received effect pattern designation command. Further, the sub CPU 206 calls data related to the display of the identification information stop game from the program ROM 208 and transmits the data to the display control circuit 250. In the display control circuit 250, the VDP 212 reads various image data such as background image data and effect image data from the image data ROM 216 based on the data for displaying the image related to the identification information stop game from the sub CPU 206, and superimposes them. In addition, the identification symbol 94 (see FIG. 5) is variably displayed on the liquid crystal display device 32. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S1810.

  In S1810, a process for determining whether or not a stop operation has been performed is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 determines that the stop operation has been performed when it receives a control signal based on the operation of the player's stop operation means (for example, the stop operation button 84 (see the figure)). Further, the sub CPU 206 stores the number of control signals received for each stop operation button in the work RAM 210. If the sub CPU 206 determines that the stop operation has been performed, the process proceeds to step S1812. If the sub CPU 206 determines that the gaming state has not changed, the process proceeds to step S1818.

  In S1812, a process is performed to determine whether or not the required number of operations has been reached. In this process, the sub CPU 206 stops and displays the identification symbol 94 (see FIG. 5) in which the number of control signals received for each stop operation button stored in the work RAM 210 is variably displayed on the liquid crystal display device 32. It is determined whether or not the number of operations necessary for the operation (the number of operations set in step S1808). If the sub CPU 206 determines that the required number of operations has been reached, the process proceeds to step S1814. If the sub CPU 206 determines that the required number of operations has not been reached, the process proceeds to step S1816. Thus, the sub CPU 206 is an example of a determination unit that determines whether the number of operations of the stop operation unit has reached the changed number of operations.

  In S1814, stop display processing is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 transmits data for stopping and displaying the identification symbol to the display control circuit 250. In the display control circuit 250, the VDP 212 reads various image data such as background image data and effect image data from the image data ROM 216 based on the data for stopping and displaying the identification symbol from the sub CPU 206, and superimposes them. Then, the identification symbol 94 (see FIG. 7) is stopped and displayed on the liquid crystal display device 32. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  In S1816, notification effect processing is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 transmits data for displaying the notification effect image to the display control circuit 250. In the display control circuit 250, the VDP 212 reads out various image data such as background image data and effect image data from the image data ROM 216 based on data for displaying the notification effect image from the sub CPU 206 and superimposes them. The liquid crystal display device 32 displays a notification effect image (for example, a character image 90 (see FIG. 6)) for notifying that the stop operation means (stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4)) needs to be stopped. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S1818. Thus, the liquid crystal display device 32 is an example of a notification unit that notifies that the stop operation of the stop operation unit is necessary when it is determined that the number of operations changed by the determination unit has not been reached.

  In S1818, processing for determining whether or not the time is within the time limit is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 subtracts 2 milliseconds from the identification information stop game execution time stored in the identification information stop game timer in the work RAM 210, and stores the value after the subtraction in the identification information stop game timer. Furthermore, when the identification information stop game execution time stored in the new identification information stop game timer is longer than “0” seconds, the sub CPU 206 determines that the time is within the time limit. If the sub CPU 206 determines that it is within the time limit, it moves the process to step S1810. If it determines that it is not within the time limit, the sub CPU 206 ends this subroutine.

  FIG. 19 shows an example of the stop operation frequency correspondence table stored in the program ROM 208. As shown in FIG. 19, in the normal mode (for example, determined by an effect command based on the value of the state flag), the identification information stop game start probability is 40%. The number of necessary stop operations for the left button of the stop operation button 84 is one. The required number of stop operations for the middle button of the stop operation button 84 is one. The required number of stop operations for the right button of the stop operation button 84 is one. In the case of the specific mode (for example, determined by an effect command based on the value of the state flag), the identification information stop game start probability is 60%. The number of necessary stop operations for the left button of the stop operation button 84 is one. The required number of stop operations for the middle button of the stop operation button 84 is two. Thus, the winning probability for winning the lottery is set higher in accordance with the increase in the number of operations of the stop operation means (stop operation button 84). The required number of stop operations for the right button of the stop operation button 84 is one. In the case of the special mode (for example, determined by an effect command based on the value of the state flag), the identification information stop game start probability is 60%. The required number of stop operations for the left button of the stop operation button 84 is two. The required number of stop operations for the middle button of the stop operation button 84 is one. The number of necessary stop operations for the right button of the stop operation button 84 is three. Thus, the winning probability for winning the lottery is set higher in accordance with the increase in the number of operations of the stop operation means (stop operation button 84). Note that the program ROM 208 corresponds between the winning probability of winning the lottery and the number of times of operation of the stopping operation means so that the winning probability of winning the lottery is set higher as the number of times of operation of the stopping operation means increases. It is an example of the memory | storage means in which a relationship is memorize | stored. Further, in the present embodiment, an example of the correspondence between the winning probability of winning the lottery and the number of operations of the stop operation means is described in the stop operation number correspondence table, but the winning probability of winning the lottery, The correspondence relationship between the number of operations of the stop operation means may be any correspondence relationship that can enhance the interest of the player.

  According to these processes, the player stops the identification information (for example, the identification symbol 94 (see FIG. 5)) variably displayed by operating the stop operation means (for example, the stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4)). In the identification information stop game, the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 necessary for stopping and displaying one piece of identification information is changed according to a predetermined condition (for example, when changing the game state). For this reason, it is stopped by changing the number of times the stop operation button 84 is operated to stop and display the identification information in the identification information stop game according to a predetermined condition (for example, changing from one to three times). For example, if the operation button 84 is operated once, the player's expectation that the player will be stopped will betrayed, and the player will have a sense of expectation that something will happen. It is possible to increase the motivation for the identification information stop game, and thereby to provide a new game form capable of maintaining the player's motivation for the game.

  Further, for example, stop operation means (for example, stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4)) required to stop and display various game states such as normal game, reach game, and advantageous game and one identification information that is variably displayed. On the condition that the game state of the game to be executed changes based on a predetermined correspondence relationship (for example, the stop operation number correspondence table (see FIG. 19), etc.). The number of operations of the button 84 is changed (for example, changed from 1 to 3) For this reason, in the identification information stop game, one piece of identification information (for example, special information indicating a game result) is displayed. The player's period is that the gaming state may be changed by changing the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 necessary to stop the design (such as a design corresponding to the symbol). Improved feeling, motivate for the identification information Stop game, thereby providing a new gaming forms that can prolong the willingness on the game of the player.

  Further, the main CPU 66 (see FIG. 9) draws whether or not to change the gaming state of a plurality of games (for example, a normal game, a reach game, an advantageous game, etc.), and a stop operation means (a stop operation button 84). Correspondence between the probability of winning the lottery and the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 so that the winning probability of winning the lottery is set higher as the number of operations (see FIG. 4) increases. Since there is a relationship (for example, the stop operation number correspondence table (see FIG. 19)), the winning of winning the lottery is increased when the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 is increased (for example, changed from 1 to 3). Probability can be high. For this reason, in the identification information stop game, the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 necessary for stopping one piece of identification information that is variably displayed (for example, an effect symbol corresponding to a special symbol indicating a game result) is large. The probability of winning the lottery is high, and the player's expectation that the game state is likely to change is improved, and the motivation for the identification information stop game is increased. It is possible to provide a new game form that can maintain the willingness to play.

  Further, a lottery is executed as to whether or not a game advantageous to the advantage (for example, a big hit game) is executed by drawing whether or not the game state is changed. Further, the number of operations of the stop operation means (for example, the stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4), etc.) is changed according to the change in the probability of winning an advantageous game. For this reason, in the identification information stop game, the number of times of operation of the stop operation button 84 necessary to stop one piece of identification information that is variably displayed (for example, a production symbol corresponding to a special symbol indicating a game result) increases. Then, the probability of winning the lottery is increased, and the possibility that the gaming state is changed is increased, so that the player's expectation is improved, and the player's willingness to stop the identification information stop game is thereby increased. It is possible to provide a new game form that can maintain the willingness to.

  Further, after the stop operation of the stop operation means (for example, the stop operation button 84 (see FIG. 4), etc.), it is notified that the stop operation of the stop operation button 84 is necessary in a predetermined case. Thus, by notifying that the stop operation is necessary, for example, the stop operation is performed in order to stop and display one piece of identification information that is variably displayed (for example, an effect symbol corresponding to a special symbol indicating a game result). Even if the number of times of the button 84 is changed (for example, changed from 1 to 3), it is understood that the player needs a further stop operation to display the stop, and it is not a malfunction of the gaming machine. Therefore, the player can smoothly play the identification information stop game. In addition, since the stop operation of the stop operation button 84 is different from the normal state, it is possible to improve the player's sense of expectation and increase the willingness to stop the identification information game, thereby maintaining the player's willingness to play the game. It is possible to provide a new game form that can be played. Furthermore, a game form that can further improve the player's expectation and keep the game more motivated by a new display form that notifies that the stop operation of the stop operation button 84 is further required. Can provide.

  In the above-described embodiment, the first type pachinko gaming machine is given as an example. However, the present invention is not limited to this, but the second type pachinko gaming machine called Hanemono, Hikokimono, and the third type called right mono. It may be a pachinko gaming machine or another mode.

  In the present embodiment, the present invention is applied to a gaming machine itself such as a pachinko gaming machine. However, the present invention may be applied to a pachislot gaming machine or a game machine.

  In this embodiment, the 7-segment LED is used as a part for displaying the round number display 51. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other modes may be used. For example, a liquid crystal display panel, CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) ) Including a cathode ray tube, a dot LED, an EL (Electronic Luminescent), plasma, or the like.

  As mentioned above, although the Example of this invention was described, it has only illustrated the specific example and does not specifically limit this invention. That is, the present invention mainly includes a variable display unit that individually displays a plurality of pieces of identification information in a variable display and a stop display, and the variable display unit displays the variable display of the identification information by a player's operation. An identification information stop game control means for controlling the execution of an identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the identification information that is variably displayed in the variation display means. The control means is a gaming machine that performs control to change the number of times of operation of the stop operation means necessary for stopping and displaying the one identification information that is variably displayed according to a predetermined condition. However, the specific configurations of the control means, game board, change display means, stop operation means, identification information stop game control means, etc. can be changed as appropriate.

  Furthermore, the present invention provides the gaming machine, wherein the accessory performs a predetermined opening operation when each round game is executed in the special game and the specific game, and the control means is more As a gaming machine that performs control to execute the special game having a long release time of the bonus game in a round game, the special game and the specific game have different bonus game release times. Thus, it is possible to provide two game forms in which an advantageous game is divided into two stages that are advantageous to the player, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  The effects described in the embodiments of the present invention are merely a list of the most preferable effects resulting from the present invention, and the effects of the present invention are limited to those described in the embodiments of the present invention. is not.

1 is a perspective view showing an overview of a pachinko gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. It is a disassembled perspective view which shows the general view in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view which shows the electrical decoration unit comprised in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view which shows the general view in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display screen displayed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display screen displayed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display screen displayed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display screen displayed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram which shows the main control circuit and sub control circuit which are comprised in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a big hit determination table referred in the pachinko gaming machine of one embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the state transition of the control process performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is explanatory drawing which shows the state transition of the game state performed in the pachinko gaming machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control processing performed in the pachinko game machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a stop operation frequency corresponding table referred in the pachinko gaming machine of one embodiment of the present invention.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 Pachinko machine 11 Door 12 Main body frame 13 Obstacle nail 14 Game board 15 Game area 16 Game area outer area 19 Protection plate 20 Upper plate 22 Lower plate 23 Blade member 24 Winning port 25 Start port 26 Launch handle 30 Guide rail 31 Spacer 32 Liquid crystal Display device 33 Display 35 Display 37 Display case 39 Large winning opening 40 Shutter 44 Special game-specific winning attacker 46 Speaker 47 First warp path 48 Blade member 49 Second warp path 50 Holding lamp 51 Round number display 53 Unit 55 Obstacle 57 Obstacle 58 Obstacle 60 Main control circuit 62 Reset clock pulse generation circuit 64 Initial reset circuit 74 Lamp 76 Lamp control circuit 80 Fire power increase button 82 Fire power decrease button 84 Stop operation button 90 Character image 92 Character Image 98 Production image 98 Character image 99 Character image 102 V / count sensor 104 Count sensor 105 Count sensor 116 Starting winning ball sensor 118 Normal electric accessory solenoid 120 Large winning opening solenoid 122 Seesaw solenoid 124 Backup clear switch 126 Dispensing / launching control circuit 128 Dispensing device 130 Launcher 132 Lamp 150 Card unit 200 Sub control circuit 218 D / A converter 220 Initial reset circuit 230 Audio control circuit 236 Amplifier 240 Lamp control circuit 242 Drive circuit 250 Display control circuit

Claims (5)

Fluctuation display means for individually displaying and stopping a plurality of identification information,
In the fluctuation display means, stop operation means capable of stopping and displaying the identification information variably displayed by a player's operation;
The variation display means comprises identification information stop game control means for controlling execution of an identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the identification information that is variably displayed,
The identification information stop game control means performs control to change the number of times of operation of the stop operation means necessary for stopping and displaying the one identification information that is variably displayed according to a predetermined condition. To play. Comprising control means for controlling the execution of a game according to a plurality of gaming states;
2. The game according to claim 1, wherein the identification information stop game control unit performs control to change the number of times of operation of the stop operation unit on condition that the game state of the game to be executed is changed. Machine. While the control means controls the lottery whether or not to change the gaming state,
The correspondence relationship between the winning probability of winning the lottery and the number of times of operation of the stop operating means is set so that the winning probability of winning the lottery is set high according to the increase in the number of times of operation of the stop operating means. The gaming machine according to claim 2, further comprising storage means for storing. The control means controls the lottery of whether or not to execute a game advantageous to the player as a lottery of whether or not to change the gaming state,
The said identification information stop game control means performs control which changes the frequency | count of operation of the said stop operation means according to having changed the probability of winning the said advantageous game. Gaming machine. Determination means for determining whether the number of operations of the stop operation means has reached the changed number of operations;
5. A notification means for notifying that a stop operation of the stop operation means is necessary when it is determined that the number of operations changed by the determination means has not been reached. A gaming machine according to any one of the above.

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