JP2006346040A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of having a novel game mode sustaining a player's eagerness for a game and to provide a game machine capable of improving the player's eagerness for the game and satisfaction by the novel display mode and improving the taste of the game. <P>SOLUTION: A main CPU 66 controls to stationarily display identification information 94a-94c according to operation timings of the stop operation buttons 84a-84c, and a display control circuit 250 controls to change over and display types of performance pictures according to a combination of identification information 94a-94c stationarily displayed by the operations of the stop operation buttons 84a-84c. <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. It is desired to provide a gaming machine having a new gaming form.

  In addition, provision of a display mode relating to a change in the game state for the player is very important for improving the fun of the game. Even when the new game form described above is provided, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by providing a new display mode, thereby increasing the player's motivation and satisfaction with the game. It is desirable to provide a gaming machine.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of having a new game form that maintains the player's willingness to play a game, and a new display form. Therefore, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can further increase the player's willingness and satisfaction with the game and can improve the interest of the game.

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

  (1) Fluctuation display means for individually displaying and stopping a plurality of pieces of identification information, and a stop operation means for stopping and displaying the plurality of pieces of identification information variably displayed in the fluctuation display means by an operation by a player. Based on the operation of the stop operation means, the identification information stop game control means for controlling the execution of the identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the identification information variably displayed, and a display for displaying a plurality of types of effect images relating to the game And a display control means for controlling the display means to display any type of effect image among the plurality of types of effect images, wherein the identification information stop game control means is the stop operation means. The plurality of identification information is controlled to be stopped and displayed according to the operation timing by the display control means, and the display control means is operated by the stop operation means. Gaming machine and performs control to display by switching the type of the effect image according to the combination of the identification information displayed stopped by.

  According to the invention of (1), in the identification information stop game, a plurality of pieces of identification information are stopped and displayed according to the operation timing by the stop operation means, and according to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation in the stop operation means. Switch to a different type of effect image. As a result, the player can change the effect image as a result of the operation in the identification information stop game, and the player's willingness to stop the identification information stop game is increased. Can be provided. In addition, as a result of the operation in the identification information stop game, it is possible to further increase the player's motivation and satisfaction with the new display mode of changing the effect image, and to improve the interest of the game A possible gaming machine can be provided.

  (2) The display control means includes a control means for controlling a lottery for determining whether or not to win a game advantageous for a player and for controlling the execution of a plurality of gaming states having different winning probabilities for the lottery. When the control means causes a change in the gaming state, the control means performs control to switch and display the effect image of the type corresponding to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation in the stop operation means. The gaming machine according to (1), which is characterized.

  According to the invention of (2), when a change in the gaming state is caused, the effect image is switched to the type of effect image corresponding to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means. As a result, the player can recognize that the winning probability for the execution of the advantageous game with the most interest has been changed according to the stop mode of the identification information stop game. In order to increase this, a new game form capable of maintaining the player's willingness to play can be provided. In addition, as a notification of a change in the game state, a new display mode in which the effect image is changed according to the result of the operation in the identification information stop game is a probability that the player wins the identification information stop game and the advantageous game execution. Thus, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can further increase the player's willingness and satisfaction with the game and improve the interest of the game.

  (3) A plurality of the stop operation means are provided corresponding to each of the plurality of identification information, and the display control means includes a plurality of the identification information that is stopped and displayed by an operation in the plurality of stop operation means. When the display is stopped in a combination determined by the stop order of a plurality of identification information, control is performed to switch to and display the effect image of the type corresponding to the combination determined by the stop order (1) Or the gaming machine described in (2).

  According to the invention of (3), when a plurality of pieces of identification information stopped and displayed by operations in a plurality of stop operation means are stopped and displayed in combinations determined by the stop orders of the plurality of pieces of identification information, they are determined by the stop order. It switches to the effect image of the kind according to the combination to be displayed. Thereby, in order to switch the effect image related to the game, the player tries to stop and display in a predetermined combination. Therefore, in order to increase the motivation for the identification information stop game, the player's motivation for the game can be maintained. New game forms can be provided. In addition, the new display mode of switching and displaying the effect image related to the game according to the predetermined combination corresponding to the stop order of the plurality of identification information is the predetermined combination corresponding to the stop order of the plurality of identification information, respectively. For a player who does not recognize the game, it is rare that the effect image related to the game is switched and displayed. Therefore, if the effect image can be switched and displayed, the player's willingness to play the game It is possible to provide a gaming machine that can further enhance satisfaction and can further enhance the interest of the game.

  (4) Storage means for storing a correspondence relationship between the combination of the plurality of identification information that is stopped and displayed and the type of effect image to be switched and displayed, and the display control means is an operation in the stop operation means. (1) to (3), wherein control is performed to switch and display the type of effect image based on the correspondence stored in the storage unit according to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by ) A gaming machine according to any of the above.

  According to the invention of (4), the storage means for storing the correspondence relationship between the combination of the plurality of identification information that has been stopped and the type of effect image to be switched and displayed is displayed by the operation of the stop operation means. Depending on the combination of identification information, the effect image of the type based on the correspondence stored in the storage means is switched and displayed. Thereby, in the identification information stop game, the player can display various effect images corresponding to the combination by stopping and displaying the identification information in various combinations. Therefore, it is possible to provide a new game form that can maintain the player's willingness to play the game. In addition, a new display mode in which an effect image relating to a game is switched and displayed based on a correspondence relationship in the storage means in accordance with a predetermined combination of identification information, the identification information is displayed in a predetermined combination depending on the player's gaming power. By stopping display, it is possible to switch and display the effect image related to the game, so that the identification information stop game can have the player's technical intervention, and the player's willingness and satisfaction with the game are further enhanced In addition, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game.

  According to the present invention, in the identification information stop game, a plurality of pieces of identification information are stopped and displayed according to the operation timing of the stop operation means, and the types of combinations corresponding to the combinations of identification information that are stopped and displayed by the operation in the stop operation means. By switching to the effect image and displaying it, it becomes possible to change the effect image as a result of the operation in the identification information stop game, and the player's motivation for the identification information stop game is increased, thereby the player's motivation for the game It is possible to provide a new game form that sustains the game. In addition, as a result of the operation in the identification information stop game, it is possible to further increase the player's motivation and satisfaction with the new display mode of changing the effect image, and to improve the interest of the game A possible gaming machine can be provided.

  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.

<First Embodiment>
[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. Further, the door 11 is provided with stop operation buttons 84a to 84c which are examples of stop operation means. 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.

  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 formed of a plate-shaped resin (a member having permeability) that is entirely permeable as a permeable region. 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 effect images. 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, an ornamental decoration image, and a plurality of types of effect images are displayed in the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. Thus, the game board 14 functions as an example of a game board at least part of which is made of a permeable region. In addition, the liquid crystal display device 32 functions as an example of a display unit that displays a plurality of types of effect images related to the game. Furthermore, the liquid crystal display device 32 functions as an example of a variable display unit that individually displays a plurality of pieces of identification information in a variable display and a stop display.

  Further, in the present embodiment, by providing display means such as the liquid crystal display device 32 behind the transparent gaming board 14, for example, an area where game members such as an obstacle nail planting area, 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).

  When a specific numeric symbol (for example, the numeric symbol “7”) is stopped and displayed as the special symbol, the round game advantageous to the player from the normal gaming state (the round game will be described later). The game state shifts to a 15R big hit game state (special game state) in which the game is continuously performed up to 15 times. As will be described later, after the 15R big hit gaming state when a specific numerical symbol (for example, a numerical symbol of “7”) is stopped and displayed, the gaming state shifts to the probability changing state (special mode). The normal game state is a game state in which a normal game is executed, the special game state (15R big hit game state) is a game state in which a special game is executed, and the specific game state (2R big hit game state) is a specific game. Is a gaming state in which is executed. The normal game state includes three game states: a normal mode, a special mode that is a probability variation state, and a specific mode that is a probability variation state. The special mode and the specific mode are states in which the probability of shifting from the normal gaming state to the 15R big hit gaming state or the 2R big hit gaming state (lottery) is higher than in the normal mode. Of the normal games, the game executed in the normal mode game state is a game in the normal mode, and the game executed in the special mode game state is a game in the special mode, which is executed in the game mode of the specific mode. The game to be played is a game in a specific mode.

  In addition, when a specific numeric symbol (for example, a numeric symbol “5”) is stopped and displayed as the special symbol, a round game advantageous to the player is continuously performed up to 15 times from the normal gaming state. The game state shifts to the 15R big hit game state (special game state). However, as will be described later, after the end of the 15R big hit gaming state when a specific numeric symbol (for example, the numeral “5”) is stopped and displayed, the gaming state shifts from the 15R big hit gaming state to the normal mode. To do. That is, after the end of the 15R big hit gaming state when a specific numerical symbol (for example, the numerical symbol “5”) is stopped and displayed, the gaming state shifts from the 15R big hit gaming state to the special mode that is a probable change state. There is nothing.

  Note that the special game executed in the special game state includes a first special game and a second special game. After execution of the first special game, a game in the special mode is executed, and after execution of the second special game, a game in the normal mode is executed.

  Furthermore, when a specific numeric symbol (for example, the numeric symbol “3”) is stopped and displayed as the special symbol, a round game advantageous to the player is continuously performed twice from the normal gaming state. The game state shifts to the 2R big hit game state (specific game state). As will be described later, after the 2R big hit gaming state ends, the gaming state shifts to a probability change state (specific mode). In other words, the specific mode that is a probability change state is a state in which the probability of shifting from the normal gaming state to the 15R big hit gaming state or the 2R big hit gaming state (lottery) is higher than in the normal mode.

  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 special symbol such as a numeric symbol other than a specific numeric symbol (for example, a numeric symbol other than “3”, “5”, or “7”) is stopped and displayed, the gaming state is in the normal mode. If the normal mode is maintained and the game state is a special mode in which the probability change state is maintained, the special mode that is the probability change state is maintained, and if the game state is the specific mode in the probability change state, the probability change The specific mode that is the state is maintained.

  As described above, in the normal game mode, the special mode that is the probability variation state, and the special game mode that is the probability variation state, the special symbol is variably displayed and then stopped. A game in which is transferred or maintained is called a “special symbol game”. That is, the “special symbol game” is a game for determining whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state. In other words, the “special symbol game” is a game for determining whether or not to execute a special game or a specific game described later. Further, the normal game mode, the special mode, and the specific mode are examples of a plurality of game states.

  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. When the execution of the special symbol variation 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.

  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).

  As an example in which the combination of identification information for performance is a specific display mode, when the player is stopped and displayed in a state where all the specific numeric symbols (for example, “odd” numeric symbols) are aligned, the player from the normal gaming state The game state shifts to a 15R big hit game state (special game state) in which a round game advantageous to the game is continuously performed up to 15 times. Note that, as will be described later, after the 15R big hit gaming state when a specific numerical symbol (for example, an “odd number” numerical symbol) is stopped and displayed, the gaming state shifts to a special mode that is a probable change state.

  As an example in which the combination of identification information for performance is a specific display mode, when the display is stopped in a state where all of the specific numeric symbols (for example, “even” numeric symbols) are complete, the player from the normal gaming state The game state shifts to a 15R big hit game state (special game state) in which a round game advantageous to the game is continuously performed up to 15 times. As will be described later, after the end of the 15R big hit gaming state when a specific numerical symbol (for example, an “odd” numerical symbol) is stopped and displayed, the gaming state shifts to the normal mode.

  As an example in which the combination of identification information for presentation is a specific display mode, when a specific numerical symbol is stopped and displayed with a sequential number (for example, a numerical symbol of “1”, “2”, “3”), 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 continuously performed twice at the maximum. As will be described later, after the end of the 2R big hit gaming state when a specific numeric symbol (for example, the numerical symbols “1”, “2”, “3”) is stopped and displayed, the 15R big hit gaming state starts. Then, the gaming state shifts to a specific mode that is a certain change state.

  On the other hand, when the combination of the identification information for effects does not become a specific display mode, if the gaming state is the normal mode, the normal mode is maintained, and the gaming state is a special mode in which the probability state is changed In the case where the special mode that is the probability variation state is maintained, and the game mode is the specific mode that is the probability variation state, the specific mode that is the probability variation state is maintained.

  As described above, in the normal game mode, the special mode that is the probability change state, and the specific game mode that is the probability change state, the presentation identification information is variably displayed and then stopped. A game in which the game state is shifted or maintained by the above is referred to as a “variable display game”. That is, the “variable display game” is a game for determining whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state. In other words, the “variable display game” is a game for determining whether or not to execute a special game or a specific game described later.

  Here, in the normal game executed in the normal game state 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, The special symbol display 33 is a game in which the identification symbol variation display is performed, and the liquid crystal display device 32 performs the variation display of the identification information as an effect and the accompanying effect display. As described above, the normal game state includes three types of game states: the normal mode, the specific mode, and the special mode. As will be described later, the specific mode (so-called probability change) and the special mode (so-called probability change) have a higher probability of transition to an advantageous game in which a round game advantageous to the player is performed a plurality of times as compared to the normal mode. In the present embodiment, the specific mode and the special mode are different game states, but the specific mode and the special mode may be the same game state. Further, 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.

  Although details will be described later, the identification information or the like that is variably displayed as an effect on the variability display means such as the liquid crystal display device 32 when the game sphere enters the start opening 25 is operated by the player. Thus, the identification information stop game for stop display is executed. At this time, the player operates a plurality of stop operation buttons 84a to 84c respectively corresponding to the plurality of presentation identification information 94a to 94c (see FIG. 5) that are variably displayed. The identification information can be stopped and displayed. Thus, the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c are an example of a plurality of stop operation means for causing the variable display means to stop and display the variably displayed identification information by an operation by the player. In the present 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.

  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, passing gates 54a and 54b, a second warp path 49, an obstacle 58, a starting port 25 that forms a predetermined area, and a blade Special game-specific winning attacker 44 having a member 48, shutter 40, large winning opening 39, round number display 51, general winning opening 56a, 56b, 56c, 56d, and a plurality of stop operating means for stopping display by operation by the player Operation buttons 84a to 84c, which are an example of the above, 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.

  Here, the special game-dedicated winning attacker 44 is an example of a second character that performs a predetermined opening operation when the specific game is executed, and the special winning opening 39 is a second game that performs a predetermined opening operation when the special game is executed. It is an example of one accessory.

  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 that forms a predetermined area 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, for example, the special symbol variation display is 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.

  Further, also in the variable display game in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, when a game ball wins the above-described start opening 25 (this is one of the start of variable display of identification information for predetermined effects). The variation display of the identification information for production 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 passing 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 the 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). This shutter 40 has a special symbol display 33 with a special numerical symbol stopped and displayed as a special symbol, and the game state is advantageous for the player. When the game state is shifted to the game state (15R big hit game state), the game ball is driven so as to be in an open state in which a game ball can be easily received. 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 side) of the shutter 40 has a specific area (not shown) having a V / count sensor 102 (see FIG. 9) and count sensors 104 and 105 (see FIG. 9). There are general areas (not shown) having a reference, and the shutter 40 is opened until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls pass through these areas or a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) elapses. Driven to state. 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 (second state) in which it is difficult to accept a game ball.

  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, the shutter 40 that is driven from the open state to the closed state (second state) is again operated on condition that the game ball received in the special winning opening 39 in the open state has passed through the V-count sensor 102. Driven to the open state. In other words, 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. A game from the first round game until the end of the (final) round game that cannot continue to the next round game is called a special game. In this special game, as will be described later, a predetermined number of game balls are placed in the upper plate 20 or the lower plate 22 (see FIG. 1) when the game balls are received in the big prize opening 39 that performs the opening operation. Since it is paid out, the game is advantageous to 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 winning attacker 44 that forms a predetermined area is provided on the right side of the obstacle 57. 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. Further, an obstacle 58 is provided on the special game-dedicated prize winner 44. The blade member 48 is in an open state in which a special ball symbol 48 is stopped and displayed as a special symbol on the special symbol indicator 33 and the game state is shifted to the 2R big hit game state, so that a game ball can be received. Driven. As a result, the special game-dedicated winning attacker 44 enters an open state (first state) in which a game ball can be received. That is, the special game-dedicated prize-winning attacker 44 is provided with the obstacle 58 on the upper side, and therefore cannot receive a game ball unless the blade member 48 is driven and opened.

  The specific game exclusive winning attacker 44 is provided with a blade member 48 and a count sensor 105 (see FIG. 8). Then, the blade member 48 is driven to an open state until a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls passes through a predetermined area of the count sensor 105 or until a predetermined time (for example, one second) 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 special game-dedicated winning attacker 44 enters a closed state (second state) in which it is difficult to accept a game ball.

  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.

  Here, a game from the first round game to the end of the second (final) round game is referred to as a specific game. As will be described later, the specific game is received by a special game-specific prize-winning attacker 44 that performs an opening operation, so that a predetermined number of game balls are stored in the upper plate 20 or the lower plate 22 (see FIG. 1). ), The game is advantageous to the player. The special game-dedicated winning attacker 44 functions as an example of a second accessory that performs a predetermined opening operation when the specific game is executed.

  In the normal game state, neither the special winning opening 39 nor the specific game dedicated prize attacker 44 is in a state where the game ball can be received. In addition, as will be described in detail later, in the specific game, the opening time of the bonus item in one round game is shorter than the special game in which the releasing time of the bonus item is long.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the special winning opening 39 as a first accessory that performs a predetermined opening operation at the time of execution of a special game and the specific game as a second accessory that performs an opening operation at the time of execution of a specific game. Each of the dedicated winning attackers 44 is provided, but these may be one large winning opening.

  Further, in the present 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 is on the game board. Any number of two or more items may be provided. In this way, the game board 14 functions as an example of a game board provided with an accessory that performs a predetermined opening operation when an advantageous game is executed.

  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” round to “15” round 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.

  Further, the maximum number of continuous rounds during execution of the 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.

  Further, 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 (see FIG. 1) 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]
Next, a display screen displayed in the display area 32a of the device 32 will be described with reference to FIGS. 5 to 8, for convenience of explanation, the game board 14, the liquid crystal display device 32, the start port 25, the blade member 23, the obstacle 58, and a first role that performs an opening operation when executing a special game. Only a special winning opening 39 that is an example of a thing, a special game-specific prize attacker 44 that is an example of a second game that performs an opening operation when a specific game is executed, and a blade member 48 are described, and the guide rail 30 (30a And 30b), description of gaming members such as the obstacle 58 is omitted.

  FIG. 5 is a drawing showing that an effect image relating to the execution of the identification information stop game is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 32.

  As shown in FIG. 5, the liquid crystal display device 32 is disposed behind the transparent member of the game board 14. The game board 14 is provided with a start port 25 in the vicinity of the lower portion of the substantially central portion. In addition, as an accessory, a first accessory that performs an opening operation when a special game is executed (big prize opening 39), and a second accessory that performs an opening operation when a specific game is executed (special game dedicated prize attacker 44). Is provided. In addition, identification information 94a to 94c as effects is stopped and displayed in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32. That is, it shows that a normal game other than an advantageous game is being executed. It should be noted that, since the normal game other than the advantageous game is being executed, the blade member 48 and the special prize opening 39 of the special game dedicated prize winner 44 are closed, and the game ball cannot be entered. ing.

  Further, a character image 90 (for example, a person wearing a headband) is displayed in the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, and a message image 92a (for example, “delicious” is displayed in a balloon of the person of the character image 90. ! ”And the identification information 94a to 94c for the production in the“ 3 ”row as the production that is fluctuating are displayed in a stopped state in a light emitting manner.

  Specifically, in accordance with a predetermined operation timing by the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c (see FIG. 1), the effect identification information 94a to 94c is stopped and displayed in a predetermined combination (for example, 7, 7, 7). It shows that.

  In other words, it indicates that an image relating to the execution of the identification information stop game for stopping and displaying a plurality of pieces of identification information is displayed according to the operation timing by the stop operation means.

  Although not shown, the production identification information 94a to 94c is stopped and displayed on the basis of the execution of the identification information stop game, is then displayed again, and is stopped in a display mode based on the result of the big hit lottery.

  FIG. 6 is a diagram showing that the liquid crystal display device 32 is switched to the effect image of the type corresponding to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means.

  As shown in FIG. 6, the game board 14 is in the same state as in FIG. 5, and a character image 91 (for example, a person with a fan) is displayed in the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. In the balloon of the person of the character image 91, a message image 92b (for example, a character image “Stop well!”) And identification information 94a to 94c for the production of the “3” column as a fluctuating production. Is displayed.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 5, the effect image related to the game has a predetermined combination (for example, 7, 7, 7) according to a predetermined operation timing by the stop operation buttons 84 a to 84 c (see FIG. 1). When the identification information 94a to 94c for presentation is stopped and displayed, the character image 90 (see FIG. 5) is used as an effect image of a type corresponding to the combination of the identification information 94a to 94c for presentation stopped. The image 91 is displayed after being switched.

  In other words, it indicates that the effect image is switched and displayed in accordance with the combination of the identification information that is stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means.

  Thus, in the identification information stop game, a plurality of pieces of identification information are displayed according to the operation timing of the stop operation means, and the type of effect image according to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means Switch to and display. As a result, the player can change the effect image as a result of the operation in the identification information stop game, and the player's willingness to stop the identification information stop game is increased. Can be provided. In addition, as a result of the operation in the identification information stop game, it is possible to further increase the player's motivation and satisfaction with the new display mode of changing the effect image, and to improve the interest of the game A possible gaming machine can be provided.

  FIG. 7 is a drawing showing that an effect image relating to the execution of the identification information stop game when a change in the gaming state occurs is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 32.

  As shown in FIG. 7, the game board 14 is in the same state as in FIG. 5, and a character image 91 (for example, a person with a fan) is displayed in the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. In the balloon of the person of the character image 91, a message image 92c (for example, a character image “excellent!”) And identification information 94a to 94c for the production of the “3” row as the production that fluctuates are emitted. The display is stopped in a manner.

  Specifically, in accordance with a predetermined operation timing by the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c (see FIG. 1), the production identification information 94a to 94c is stopped and displayed in a predetermined combination (for example, 7, 8, 9). It shows that.

  In other words, when a change in the gaming state occurs, based on the operation of the stop operation means, an image relating to the execution of the identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the corresponding identification information that has been variably displayed is displayed. ing.

  Although not shown, the production identification information 94a to 94c is stopped and displayed on the basis of the execution of the identification information stop game, is then displayed again, and is stopped in a display mode based on the result of the big hit lottery.

  FIG. 8 shows that in the liquid crystal display device 32, when a change in the gaming state occurs, the effect image of the type corresponding to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means is displayed. It is a drawing.

  As shown in FIG. 8, the game board 14 is in the same state as in FIG. 5, and a character image 93 (for example, a person with a hand on his / her waist) is displayed in the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. At the same time, a message image 92d (for example, a character image “The state has changed !! Stop it!”) And “3” column effects as fluctuating effects are displayed on the balloon of the character image 93. Identification information 94a to 94c for use is displayed.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7, the effect image related to the game has a predetermined combination (for example, 7, 8, 9) according to a predetermined operation timing by the stop operation buttons 84 a to 84 c (see FIG. 1). When the identification information 94a to 94c for production is stopped and displayed, the character image 91 (see FIG. 7) is used as an effect image of a type corresponding to the combination of the identification information 94a to 94c for presentation that has been stopped and displayed. The image 93 is displayed after being switched.

  In other words, when a change in the gaming state is caused, it is shown that the display is switched to the type of effect image corresponding to the combination of identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means.

  As described above, when a change in the gaming state is caused, the effect image is switched to the type of effect image corresponding to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means. As a result, the player can recognize that the winning probability for the execution of the advantageous game with the most interest has been changed according to the stop mode of the identification information stop game. In order to increase this, a new game form capable of maintaining the player's willingness to play can be provided. In addition, as a notification of a change in the game state, a new display mode in which the effect image is changed according to the result of the operation in the identification information stop game is a probability that the player wins the identification information stop game and the advantageous game execution. Thus, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can further increase the player's willingness and satisfaction with the game and improve the interest of the game.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7 and FIG. 8, when a change in the gaming state occurs, the effect image is switched to the type of effect image corresponding to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be displayed by switching to a type of effect image corresponding to the combination of identification information that has been stopped.

  Further, in this embodiment, the number of identification information to be displayed in a variable manner and the number of stop operation means are set to “3”, but the present invention is not limited to this. The number of stop operation means can be any number.

  In the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 32 composed of 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 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.

  In the main ROM 68, a program for controlling the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10 by the main CPU 66 is stored. In addition, a fall winning determination table that is referred to when a fall winning determination is made by a falling lottery, Various tables such as a jackpot determination table (see FIG. 10) referred to when determining a big hit by random lottery, 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 jackpot determination random number counter, a jackpot symbol determination random number counter, a loss symbol determination random number counter, a performance condition selection random number counter, a special game dedicated prize opener counter, Grand prize opening number counter, special game-specific prize attacker prize counter, special prize mouth prize counter, special symbol game number counter, round number display counter, round number display effect start counter, waiting time timer, special game dedicated prize Attacker opening time timer, special winning opening opening time timer, data indicating the number of reserved balls relating to special symbols, data indicating the number of reserved balls relating to ordinary symbols, data for supplying a command to the sub-control circuit 200 to be described later, starting memory number Counters, variables, 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 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 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. 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 winning prize winning counter indicates the number of game balls that won the winning prize opening 39 (see FIG. 4) during one round and passed the V / count sensor 102 or the count sensor 104. The special game-dedicated prize winner counter indicates the number of game balls that have won the special game-dedicated prize attacker 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 winning opening solenoid 120, seesaw solenoid 122, and backup clear switch 124 are connected.

  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, when the normal game is executed or when the special game is executed), the ordinary electric accessory solenoid 118 is operated according to the drive signal supplied from the main CPU 66. Is closed.

  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 rotated in the clockwise direction, the above-described firing power increase button 80 and firing power decrease button 82 are applied to the firing solenoid according to the turning angle. Electric power corresponding to the operation is supplied, and the game balls 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, and the like in accordance with various commands supplied from the main control circuit 60.

  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. The present invention is not limited to this, and there is no problem even if it is configured such that a signal can be transmitted from the sub control circuit 200 to the main control circuit 60.

  The sub control circuit 200 performs display control in the identification information stop game control means, the sub CPU 206 as sound generation control means, the program ROM 208 as the storage means, the work RAM 210, and the liquid crystal display device 32 (effect images on the liquid crystal display device 32 are displayed). A display control circuit 250 for controlling display), a sound control circuit 230 for controlling the sound generated from the speaker 46, and a lamp control circuit 240 for controlling the lamp 132. 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. In addition, stop operation buttons 84 a to 84 c are connected to the sub control circuit 200 as an example of a stop operation means. The sub control circuit 200 receives a predetermined signal from the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c, and performs a predetermined process according to the signal.

  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 functions as various means to be described later, such as an identification information stop game control means for controlling the execution of the identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the identification information variably displayed on the fluctuation display means such as the liquid crystal display device 32. It will be.

  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 a production pattern (specific game production pattern) 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. Further, in the program ROM 208, the identification information variation effect pattern, the identification information stop effect pattern, the combination of the plurality of effect identification information 94a to 94c stopped and displayed, and the types of effect images to be switched and displayed are associated with each other. The stop identification information corresponding effect image table (see FIG. 18) and the effect image pattern for switching to display the effect image of the type corresponding to the combination of the effect identification information 94a to 94c are stored. In addition, the program ROM 208 stores a reach time table that defines a display period of reach effects, and an identification information variation time table that defines a stop display period from a variation display of an identification information stop game.

  In other words, a program for storing a stop identification information-corresponding effect image table (see FIG. 18) in which a combination of a plurality of effect display identification information 94a to 94c stopped and a type of effect image to be switched are displayed. The ROM 208 functions as an example of a storage unit that stores a correspondence relationship between a combination of a plurality of pieces of identification information that are stopped and displayed, and types of effect images that are switched and displayed.

  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.

  The display control circuit 250 includes an image data processor (hereinafter referred to as VDP) 212, an image data ROM 216 that stores various image data, a D / A converter 218 that converts image data as an image signal, and a reset signal when the power is turned on. The initial reset circuit 220 is generated.

  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. As will be described in detail later, the liquid crystal display device 32 functions as an example of a display unit that displays a plurality of types of effect images related to a game, and a variable display unit that individually displays a plurality of pieces of identification information in a variable display and a stop display. In addition, the display control circuit 250 uses various display units such as a display control unit that performs control to display any type of effect image among a plurality of types of effect images in the variable display unit such as the liquid crystal display device 32. Will function as.

  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 such as the lamp 132 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 and the like based on the received predetermined light emission signal.

  The stop operation buttons 84a to 84c provided on the door 11 (see FIG. 1) correspond to the plurality of presentation identification information 94a to 94c (see FIG. 5) displayed in a variable manner, and correspond to the player's operation. A control signal is supplied to the sub-control circuit 200. The sub-control circuit 200 performs control to stop and display the identification information variably displayed in the identification information stop game in accordance with the signals received from the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c. Thus, the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c are an example of a plurality of stop operation means for causing the variable display means to stop and display the variably displayed identification information by an operation by the player.

[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, when the current gaming state is the normal gaming state, if the jackpot determination random number is 1 to 393, it is determined to be out of place. That is, the probability of maintaining the normal gaming state is 393/400. When the jackpot determining random number is 394 to 397, it is determined that the game is a specific game (2R jackpot). That is, the predetermined reference value of the probability of shifting to the specific gaming state is 4/400. When the jackpot determining random number is 398 to 399, it is determined that the game is a special game (15R jackpot). That is, the predetermined reference value of the probability of shifting to the special gaming state (15R big hit) is 2/400. When the big hit determination random number is 400, it is determined that the game is a special game (15R big hit probability change). That is, the predetermined reference value of the probability of shifting to the special gaming state (15R big hit probability change) is 1/400.

  When the current gaming state is a probable change state (specific mode), when the jackpot determination random number is 1 to 330, it is determined to be out of play. That is, the probability of maintaining the normal gaming state is 330/400. When the jackpot determination random number is 331 to 370, it is determined that the game is a specific game (2R jackpot). That is, the probability of shifting to the specific gaming state is 40/400, which is set higher than the predetermined reference value. When the jackpot determination random number is 371 to 390, it is determined that the game is a special game (15R jackpot). That is, the probability of shifting to the special gaming state (15R big hit) is 20/400, which is set higher than the predetermined reference value. 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). That is, the probability of shifting to the special game state (15R big hit probability change) is 10/400, which is set higher than the predetermined reference value.

  When the current gaming state is a probable change state (special mode), when the jackpot determination random number is 1 to 330, it is determined to be out of play. That is, the probability of maintaining the normal gaming state is 330/400. When the jackpot determination random number is 331 to 370, it is determined that the game is a specific game (2R jackpot). That is, the probability of shifting to the specific gaming state is 40/400, which is set higher than the predetermined reference value. When the jackpot determination random number is 371 to 390, it is determined that the game is a special game (15R jackpot). That is, the probability of shifting to the special gaming state (15R big hit) is 20/400, which is set higher than the predetermined reference value. 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). That is, the probability of shifting to the special game state (15R big hit probability change) is 10/400, which is set higher than the predetermined reference value.

[Game machine operation]
The processing executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 is shown in FIGS. 11 to 21 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. 2R and special winning opening opening time timer for measuring the opening time of the special game dedicated winning 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 S81, which will be described later, 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 in which the big winning opening 39 easily accepts a game ball to a closed state in which the big winning opening 39 hardly accepts a game ball, or a special game-specific prize winning attacker 44 plays a game. A special game or a specific game that may be repeated a plurality of times in one 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 to a closed state is provided. Will be executed.

  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.) Perform the opening 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, the main CPU 66 determines that the control state flag is a value (05) indicating monitoring of the remaining ball in the accessory, and if the remaining ball in the accessory monitoring time has elapsed, The condition that the game ball has not passed through the specific area in the winning opening 39, the large winning opening opening number counter is “15” (when the specific number symbol stopped and displayed in the special symbol display 33 is “7”) It is determined whether or not any of the above conditions 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.

  Further, when the advantageous game is a specific game, the main CPU 66 determines that the control state flag is a value (05) indicating monitoring of the remaining ball in the bonus game, and the dedicated game is dedicated to the specific game when the remaining ball monitoring time in the bonus game has elapsed. The condition that the game ball does not pass through the specific area in the winning attacker 44 (see FIG. 4), the specific game dedicated winning attacker release count counter is “2” (the specific number symbol stopped and displayed in the special symbol display 33 is It is determined whether or not any of the conditions of “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 S76 is executed. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S80.

  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, when the main CPU 66 is not in the big hit gaming state and the result of the big hit determination is a big hit, the main CPU 66 sets the control state flags in order of “00”, “01”, “02”, “03”, 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 flags in order of “04”, “05”, “06”, thereby performing step S77 shown in FIG. The processes of step S78 and step S79 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. In the present embodiment, the game ball has not passed through the specific area (puncture) until a predetermined time has elapsed, 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). 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.

  In other words, with reference to the jackpot determination random number value extracted at the time of winning the start opening and the jackpot determination value in the jackpot determination table, the probability variation of the lottery winning probability differs after a specific gaming state (2R jackpot) which is an example of a jackpot Transition to a gaming state that becomes a state (specific mode), transition to a gaming state that becomes a probable change state (special mode) after a special gaming state (15R jackpot) that is an example of a jackpot, or a special game that is an example of a jackpot After the state (15R big hit), it is determined whether or not 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. That is, the main CPU 66 functions as an example of a control unit that controls execution of a game according to a plurality of game states. The main CPU 66 controls a lottery for determining whether or not to execute an advantageous game in which a round game advantageous for the player is performed a plurality of times, and controls a plurality of gaming states having different winning probabilities for the lottery. It is an example.

  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 a variation display pattern of the identification information for the effect, a variation display pattern of the effect image, etc., and based on the variation pattern of the effect display, the variation display of the identification information for the effect and A game in which stop 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. As described above, the main CPU 66 is an example of a control unit that controls the progress of a game (variable display game) in which variation display and stop display of identification information (for production) are repeatedly performed.

  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. Further, the sub CPU 206 transmits data for displaying the identification information for presentation corresponding to the special symbol determined in step S106 to the display control circuit 250 based on the received variation pattern designation command. Therefore, the sub CPU 206 can determine the stop display mode of the identification information for presentation based on the variation pattern designation command.

  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.

  FIG. 16 shows an example of the gaming state transition of the pachinko gaming machine 10 controlled by the above processing. As shown in FIG. 16, the normal mode (state C1500) in which the probability of transition to the 15R or 2R big hit gaming state is a predetermined reference value is executed. When the game ball enters the start port 25 (see FIG. 4), the big hit determination process is executed by the process of step S105 of FIG. In this process, the main CPU 66 determines whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state (state C1501). If the gaming state is a probable change state, a falling lottery for determining whether or not to win a fall is performed (state C1502). Here, as shown in FIG. 10, the falling lottery is a probability variation state in which the winning probability for the big hit gaming state is set higher than a predetermined reference value, from the specific mode or the special mode to the big hit gaming state. This is a lottery to determine whether or not to shift to the normal mode in which the winning probability is a predetermined reference value. Further, the falling winning means winning by shifting from the specific mode or the special mode to the normal mode by the falling lottery.

  Next, based on the gaming state based on the result of the previous game or the gaming state based on the result of the falling lottery, an internal lottery for determining whether or not to win the big hit gaming state is performed (state C1503). Next, the state changes to the big hit determination state (state C1504).

  In the big hit determination state (state C1504), it is determined whether or not it is a big hit. In the case of a big hit, the state changes to a 2R big hit determination state (state C1506), and when it is not a big hit, the gaming state in the normal game is maintained.

  In the 2R big hit determination state (state C1506), it is determined whether or not it is a 2R big hit. In the case of 2R big hit, the state changes to a specific gaming state (state C1508), and in the case of not 2R big hit, the state changes to a probability change determination state (state C1512).

  In the specific game state (state C1508), the specific game, which is a game advantageous to the player, is executed by the processing from steps S75 to S79 in FIG. When an advantageous round game with a predetermined number of rounds (for example, two rounds) is executed, the state changes to a specific mode (state C1510).

  The specific mode (state C1510) is a state in which a game is executed in a specific mode in which the winning probability of the internal lottery (state C1503) is different after the above-described specific 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 C1503). 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 C1504).

  In the probability variation determination state (state C1512), it is determined whether or not the probability variation big hit. In the case of a probable change big hit, the state changes to a special gaming state (15R big hit probable change) (state C1514).

  Note that the jackpot determination state (state C1504), the 2R jackpot determination state (state C1506), and the probability variation determination state (state C1512) are described as separate states for convenience of explanation. Specifically, FIG. This is executed by the process of step S106.

  In the special game state (15R big hit probability change) (state C1514), the first special game, which is a game advantageous to the player, is executed by the processing of steps S75 to S79 in FIG. When an advantageous round game of a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 rounds) is executed, the state changes to a special mode (state C1516).

  The special mode (state C1516) is a state in which a game is executed in a special mode in which the winning probability of the internal lottery (state C1503) is different after execution of the first special game described above (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 C1503). 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 C1504).

  In the special game state (15R big hit) (state C1520), the second special game, which is a game advantageous to the player, is executed by the processing of steps S75 to S79 in FIG. When an advantageous round game with a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 rounds) is executed, the state changes to the normal mode (state C1500). That is, the main CPU 66 functions as an example of a control unit that controls execution of a game according to a plurality of game states.

  In this way, as an advantageous game, one of a special game with a long opening time of an accessory and a specific game with a shorter opening time of the above-mentioned accessory than the special game is executed or a lottery is performed. 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.

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

  In step S1400, it is determined whether or not the gaming state has changed. In this process, the main CPU 66 compares the value according to the state flag stored in the predetermined area of the main RAM 70 the previous time with the value according to the state flag stored in the predetermined area of the main RAM 70 this time. When the value according to the state flag stored in the predetermined area of the main RAM 70 and the value according to the state flag stored in the predetermined area of the main RAM 70 are different, the main CPU 66 determines that the gaming state has changed. To do. If the main CPU 66 determines that the gaming state has changed, the process proceeds to step S1402. If the main CPU 66 determines that the gaming state has not changed, the process proceeds to step S1500.

  In step S1402, processing for setting a gaming state change command is performed. In this process, the main CPU 66 sets a gaming state change command in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S1500. The gaming state change command set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 70 is a command for the sub CPU 206 to determine whether or not the gaming state has changed (see FIG. 19) by the processing in step S47 of FIG. Is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 200.

  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 a jackpot symbol determining random value extracted at the time of starting winning, and determines a special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 33 based on the jackpot symbol determining random 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 determining random number value extracted at the time of starting winning, and determines whether or not the 2R jackpot is based on the jackpot symbol determining random value. If the main CPU 66 determines that 2R is a big hit (specific game), it moves the process to step S1510. If the main CPU 66 does not determine that it is a 2R big hit (specific game), it moves the process to step S1512.

  In step S1510, 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. .

  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 a jackpot symbol determining random value extracted at the time of starting winning, and determines whether or not the probability change is based on the jackpot symbol determining 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. .

  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 (normal game state) in the state 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. .

  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.

[Stop Identification Information Correspondence Effect Image Table]
FIG. 18 shows an example of the stop identification information corresponding effect image table to be referred to when the sub CPU 206 (see FIG. 9) controls the execution of the identification information stop game. The stop identification information corresponding effect image table is stored in the program ROM 208 as described above.

  The sub CPU 206 determines that a gaming state change command has been received in step S330 (see FIG. 20), which will be described later, and in step S340 (see FIG. 20), the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c (see FIG. 1) have a predetermined stop order. When it is determined that the presentation identification information 94a to 94c is to be stopped and displayed in a predetermined combination by being operated at a predetermined timing, in step S350 (see FIG. 20), the stop identification information corresponding presentation image is displayed. Based on the table, the corresponding effect image pattern is switched, and the effect pattern is set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 210.

  As shown in FIG. 18, in the stop identification information corresponding effect image table, the stop operation button operation order is performed in the order of 84a, 84b, 84c (see FIG. 1), and the combination of the identification information for effect is “1”. , “1”, “1”, the effect image pattern to be switched and displayed corresponding to the stop display is the effect image pattern a. Switching operation associated with a case where the stop operation button operation order is performed in the order of 84a, 84b, 84c, and the combination of identification information for presentation is stopped and displayed as “1”, “2”, “3” The effect image pattern to be displayed is the effect image pattern b. Switching operation associated with the case where the stop operation button operation order is performed in the order of 84a, 84b, 84c, and the combination of identification information for production is stopped and displayed as “7”, “7”, “7” The effect image pattern to be displayed is the effect image pattern c. The switching operation associated with the stop operation button operation sequence performed in the order of 84c, 84b, 84a, and the combination of the identification information for production being stopped and displayed as “2”, “2”, “2” The effect image pattern to be displayed is the effect image pattern d. Switching operation associated with the case where the stop operation button operation order is performed in the order of 84c, 84b, 84a, and the combination of presentation identification information is stopped and displayed as “7”, “8”, “9”. The effect image pattern to be displayed is the effect image pattern e. Switching operation associated with a case where the stop operation button operation order is performed in the order of 84c, 84b, and 84a, and the combination of presentation identification information is stopped and displayed as “8”, “8”, and “8”. The effect image pattern to be displayed is the effect image pattern f. Switching operation associated with the stop operation button operation sequence performed in the order of 84b, 84a, and 84c, and the combination of the identification information for presentation being stopped and displayed as “3”, “3”, and “3” The effect image pattern to be displayed is the effect image pattern g. Switching operation associated with the case where the stop operation button operation order is performed in the order of 84b, 84a, and 84c, and the combination of identification information for presentation is stopped and displayed as “4”, “5”, and “6” The effect image pattern to be displayed is the effect image pattern h. The switching operation associated with the stop operation button operation sequence performed in the order of 84b, 84a, 84c, and the combination of presentation identification information being stopped and displayed as “9”, “9”, “9”. The effect image pattern to be displayed is the effect image pattern i.

  In other words, based on the stop identification information corresponding effect image table, the stop order and combinations of the plurality of effect identification information 94a to 94c (see FIG. 5) by the operation of the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c (see FIG. 1). The sub CPU 206 that switches to the type of effect image pattern according to the case where the plurality of pieces of identification information stopped and displayed by the operations of the plurality of stop operation means are stopped and displayed in combinations determined by the stop order of the plurality of pieces of identification information. It functions as an example of a display control unit that performs control to switch and display the type of effect image according to the combination determined by the stop order.

  As described above, when a plurality of pieces of identification information stopped and displayed by operations in a plurality of stop operation means are stopped and displayed in combinations determined by the stop order of the plurality of pieces of identification information, according to the combinations determined by the stop order. Switch to the type of effect image. Thereby, in order to switch the effect image related to the game, the player tries to stop and display in a predetermined combination. Therefore, in order to increase the motivation for the identification information stop game, the player's motivation for the game can be maintained. New game forms can be provided. In addition, the new display mode of switching and displaying the effect image related to the game according to the predetermined combination corresponding to the stop order of the plurality of identification information is the predetermined combination corresponding to the stop order of the plurality of identification information, respectively. For a player who does not recognize the game, it is rare that the effect image related to the game is switched and displayed. Therefore, if the effect image can be switched and displayed, the player's willingness to play the game It is possible to provide a gaming machine that can further enhance satisfaction and can further enhance the interest of the game.

  The program ROM 208 that stores the stop identification information-corresponding effect image table functions as an example of a storage unit that stores a correspondence relationship between a combination of a plurality of stop-displayed identification information and the type of effect image displayed by switching. . Further, as will be described in detail later, the sub CPU 206 that switches and displays the effect image pattern based on the stop identification information corresponding effect image table displays in the storage means according to the combination of the identification information that is stopped and displayed by the operation in the stop operation means. It functions as an example of a display control unit that performs control to switch and display a type of effect image based on the stored correspondence.

  As described above, the storage unit stores a correspondence relationship between a combination of a plurality of identification information items that are stopped and the types of effect images to be switched and displayed, and a combination of identification information items that are stopped and displayed by an operation in the stop operation unit. Accordingly, the effect image of the type based on the correspondence stored in the storage means is switched and displayed. Thereby, in the identification information stop game, the player can display various effect images corresponding to the combination by stopping and displaying the identification information in various combinations. Therefore, it is possible to provide a new game form that can maintain the player's willingness to play the game. In addition, a new display mode in which an effect image relating to a game is switched and displayed based on a correspondence relationship in the storage means in accordance with a predetermined combination of identification information, the identification information is displayed in a predetermined combination depending on the player's gaming power. By stopping display, it is possible to switch and display the effect image related to the game, so that the identification information stop game can have the player's technical intervention, and the player's willingness and satisfaction with the game are further enhanced In addition, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game.

[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]
The display control process in the liquid crystal display device 32 will be described below with reference to FIG.

  In step S200, command reception processing is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 receives the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main CPU 66, selects an effect pattern based on the received variation pattern designation command, and places the selected effect pattern in a predetermined area of the work RAM 210. Store. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S202.

  In step S202, it is determined whether or not the normal gaming state. In this process, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not the combination of the identification information for presentation becomes a specific display mode or a special display mode based on the variation pattern designation command received in step S200. If the identification information has a specific display mode or a special display mode, the process proceeds to step S206. If the identification information for presentation does not have a specific display mode or a special display mode, the process proceeds to step S204. Move.

  In step S204, an identification information stop game control process is performed. As will be described in detail later, in this process, the sub CPU 206 controls the execution of the identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the identification information that is variably displayed. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished. As described above, the sub CPU 206 that executes the process of step S204 functions as an identification information stop game control unit that repeatedly controls the execution of the identification information stop game.

  In step S206, a big hit effect display control process is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 displays, on the display control circuit 250, data for displaying an effect pattern as a big hit effect pattern in the effect table set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 210 based on the received variation pattern designation command. Send.

  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 effect pattern from the sub CPU 206, and superimposes them. The image is displayed on the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

[Identification information stop game control processing]
The subroutine executed in step S204 in FIG. 19 will be described with reference to FIG.

  In step S300, a timer setting process is performed. In this processing, the sub CPU 206 substitutes a value (for example, 30 seconds) stored in the identification information variation time table in which the identification information variation display period in the program ROM 208 is set into a timer variable in the work RAM 210, and the timer Set. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S310.

  In step S310, identification information variation display control processing is performed. In this processing, the sub CPU 206 displays, on the display control circuit 250, data for displaying the effect pattern as the identification information change display effect pattern in the effect table stored in the program ROM 208 based on the received change pattern designation command. Send.

  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 effect pattern from the sub CPU 206, and superimposes them. The image is displayed on the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S320.

  In step S310, the sub CPU 206 sets the effect image pattern in a predetermined area of the work RAM 210 based on the stop identification information corresponding effect image table (see FIG. 18) in the switching effect image pattern setting process in step S350 described later. If so, data for displaying the effect pattern is transmitted to the display control circuit 250.

  Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 8, the display control circuit 250 variably displays effect identification information 94 a to 94 c on the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32, and for example, as shown in FIG. 6. If so, the effect image is switched from the character image 90 in FIG. 5 to the character image 91 and displayed. For example, in the case shown in FIG. 8, the effect image is switched from the character image 91 of FIG. 7 to the character image 93 and displayed.

  In other words, the display control circuit 250 that performs the process of step S310 functions as an example of a variation display unit that individually displays a plurality of pieces of identification information in a variable manner and stops, and the display control circuit 250 includes a plurality of types of display information. Of these effect images, it also functions as an example of display control means for performing control to display any kind of effect image.

  In step S320, processing for determining whether or not there is an operation by the stop operation means is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not a predetermined signal output from the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c is received when the player operates the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c (see FIG. 1). If there is an input from the stop operation means, the process proceeds to step S330. If there is no input from the effect operation means, the process proceeds to step S360.

  In step S330, it is determined whether a gaming state change command has been received. In this process, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not the game state change command set by the main CPU 66 and transmitted by the process of step S47 (see FIG. 12) is received in step S1402 (see FIG. 17). If a gaming state change command has been received, the process proceeds to step S340. If a gaming state change command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S370.

  In step S340, it is determined whether or not the production identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined combination in a predetermined stop order. In this process, the sub CPU 206 performs a stop identification information corresponding effect image table (see FIG. 1) based on a predetermined signal output according to the operation timing when the player operates the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c (see FIG. 1). 18), it is determined whether or not the above signals have been received based on the stop operation button operation order and the stop identification information combination associated with the effect image pattern to be switched and displayed, and in a predetermined stop order. If the signals are received in a predetermined combination, the process proceeds to step S350, and if the signals are not received in a predetermined combination in a predetermined stop order, the process proceeds to step S370.

  In step S350, a switching effect image pattern set process is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 performs a stop identification information corresponding effect image table (see FIG. 1) based on a predetermined signal output according to the operation timing when the player operates the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c (see FIG. 1). 18), a process of setting the effect image pattern to be switched and displayed in a predetermined area of the work RAM 210, which is associated with the stop operation button operation order and the stop identification information combination, is performed. If this process ends, the process moves to a step S370.

  In other words, in step S370, which will be described later, the production identification information 94a to 94c is obtained based on a predetermined signal output according to the operation timing when the player operates the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c (see FIG. 1). The sub CPU 206 that performs stop display functions as an example of an identification information stop game control unit that performs control to stop and display the plurality of pieces of identification information according to the operation timing of the stop operation unit.

  The effect image pattern to be switched and displayed in step S350 is stopped based on a predetermined signal output according to the operation timing when the player operates the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c (see FIG. 1). In the identification information corresponding effect image table (see FIG. 18), the stop operation button operation order is associated with the stop identification information combination. Therefore, in step S310, the display control circuit 250 for switching and displaying the effect image based on the effect image pattern to be switched and displayed displays the type of effect image according to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means. It functions as an example of a display control unit that performs control to switch and display.

  Thus, in the identification information stop game, a plurality of pieces of identification information are displayed according to the operation timing of the stop operation means, and the type of effect image according to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means Switch to and display. As a result, the player can change the effect image as a result of the operation in the identification information stop game, and the player's willingness to stop the identification information stop game is increased. Can be provided. In addition, as a result of the operation in the identification information stop game, it is possible to further increase the player's motivation and satisfaction with the new display mode of changing the effect image, and to improve the interest of the game A possible gaming machine can be provided.

  In addition, the effect image pattern to be switched and displayed in step S350 is set when the gaming state change command received when the gaming state changes is received by the process determined in step S330. Thus, the display control circuit 250 that switches and displays the effect image switches the effect image to the type corresponding to the combination of the identification information that is stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means when the game state is changed. It functions as an example of a display control means for performing display control.

  As described above, when a change in the gaming state is caused, the effect image is switched to the type of effect image corresponding to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means. As a result, the player can recognize that the winning probability for the execution of the advantageous game with the most interest has been changed according to the stop mode of the identification information stop game. In order to increase this, a new game form capable of maintaining the player's willingness to play can be provided. In addition, as a notification of a change in the game state, a new display mode in which the effect image is changed according to the result of the operation in the identification information stop game is a probability that the player wins the identification information stop game and the advantageous game execution. Thus, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can further increase the player's willingness and satisfaction with the game and improve the interest of the game.

  Furthermore, the effect image pattern to be switched and displayed in step S350 is associated with the stop operation button operation order and the stop identification information combination in the stop identification information corresponding effect image table (see FIG. 18). Therefore, the display control circuit 250 that switches and displays the effect image is displayed when the plurality of pieces of identification information stopped and displayed by the operations of the plurality of stop operation means are stopped and displayed in combinations determined by the order of stopping the plurality of pieces of identification information. It functions as an example of display control means for performing control to switch and display the effect image of the type corresponding to the combination determined by the stop order.

  As described above, when a plurality of pieces of identification information stopped and displayed by operations in a plurality of stop operation means are stopped and displayed in combinations determined by the stop order of the plurality of pieces of identification information, according to the combinations determined by the stop order. Switch to the type of effect image. Thereby, in order to switch the effect image related to the game, the player tries to stop and display in a predetermined combination. Therefore, in order to increase the motivation for the identification information stop game, the player's motivation for the game can be maintained. New game forms can be provided. In addition, the new display mode of switching and displaying the effect image related to the game according to the predetermined combination corresponding to the stop order of the plurality of identification information is the predetermined combination corresponding to the stop order of the plurality of identification information, respectively. For a player who does not recognize the game, it is rare that the effect image related to the game is switched and displayed. Therefore, if the effect image can be switched and displayed, the player's willingness to play the game It is possible to provide a gaming machine that can further enhance satisfaction and can further enhance the interest of the game.

  Furthermore, the effect image pattern to be switched and displayed in step S350 corresponds to the combination of stop identification information in the stop identification information corresponding effect image table (see FIG. 18) stored in the program ROM 208 as an example of the storage means. Attached. Therefore, the display control circuit 250 that switches and displays the effect image switches the effect image of the type based on the correspondence stored in the storage unit according to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation in the stop operation unit. It functions as an example of a display control means for performing display control.

  As described above, the storage unit stores a correspondence relationship between a combination of a plurality of identification information items that are stopped and the types of effect images to be switched and displayed, and a combination of identification information items that are stopped and displayed by an operation in the stop operation unit. Accordingly, the effect image of the type based on the correspondence stored in the storage means is switched and displayed. Thereby, in the identification information stop game, the player can display various effect images corresponding to the combination by stopping and displaying the identification information in various combinations. Therefore, it is possible to provide a new game form that can maintain the player's willingness to play the game. In addition, a new display mode in which an effect image relating to a game is switched and displayed based on a correspondence relationship in the storage means in accordance with a predetermined combination of identification information, the identification information is displayed in a predetermined combination depending on the player's gaming power. By stopping display, it is possible to switch and display the effect image related to the game, so that the identification information stop game can have the player's technical intervention, and the player's willingness and satisfaction with the game are further enhanced In addition, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game.

  In the present embodiment, when a change occurs in the gaming state, control is performed to switch and display the effect image of the type corresponding to the combination of identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means. The present invention is not limited to this. Regardless of whether or not there is a change in the gaming state, control is performed to switch to and display the type of effect image according to the combination of identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means. Can do.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the stop display is performed in the combination determined by the stop order of the plurality of identification information, the display is switched to the type of effect image corresponding to the combination determined by the stop order. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Instead of determining the combination of identification information according to the stop order, the present invention is switched to an effect image of a type corresponding to the combination of identification information stopped and displayed by an operation in the stop operation means. Display control can be performed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, control is performed to switch and display the type of effect image based on the correspondence stored in the storage unit according to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation unit. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is possible to perform control to switch and display the effect image of the type corresponding to the combination of identification information stopped and displayed by the operation in the stop operation means without providing the storage means. it can.

  In step S360, a process is performed to determine whether or not the timer has reached a predetermined value. In this process, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not the value of the timer variable stored in the work RAM 210 is a predetermined value (for example, 0). If the sub CPU 206 determines that the predetermined value has not been reached, it moves the process to step S320. If the sub CPU 206 determines that the predetermined value has been reached, it moves the process to step S370.

  In step S370, identification information stop display control processing is performed. In this process, the sub CPU 206 generates the identification information 94a to 94c for the effect based on a predetermined signal output according to the operation timing when the player operates the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c (see FIG. 1). After transmitting the data for stop display to the display control circuit 250, the identification information stop display effect pattern in the effect table stored in the program ROM 208 based on the change pattern designation command re-variable and received as a result of the big hit lottery. Data for displaying the effect pattern as is transmitted 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 effect pattern from the sub CPU 206, and superimposes them. The image is displayed on the display area 32 a of the liquid crystal display device 32. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

<Second Embodiment>
[Other configuration of gaming machine]
A pachinko gaming machine 2010 different from the pachinko gaming machine 10 which is an embodiment of the gaming machine in the first embodiment and the second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.

  FIG. 21 is a front view showing an overview of a pachinko gaming machine 2010 according to another embodiment. In the description of the pachinko gaming machine 2010 using FIG. 21, portions that overlap with the overview of the pachinko gaming machine 10 using FIGS. 1 to 4 are omitted.

  As shown in FIG. 21, two guide rails 30 (30a and 30b), obstacles 55 and 57, passing 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 2014, and an obstacle 57 is provided in the approximate center of the game board 2014. 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 2014.

  In addition, a passage gate 54b is provided above the obstacle 58. A rotating reel 2033 is provided behind the transparent area of the game board 2014 between the passing gate 54b and the obstacle 58. The rotary reel 2033 is provided with identification information as a plurality of effects. The rotating reel 2033 performs a change display and a stop display in association with the special symbol displayed on the special symbol display 33.

  For example, during the variation display of the special symbol displayed on the special symbol display 33, on the rotating reel 2033, a symbol composed of numbers, symbols, etc. for each of a plurality of symbol columns (three columns in this embodiment) (For example, numbers from “0” to “9”) are variably displayed. Further, the special symbol that has been variably displayed on the special symbol display 33 is stopped and displayed, and a plurality of identification information for presentation is also stopped and displayed on the rotary reel 2033. The rotating reel 2033 is an example of a fluctuation display unit that fluctuates and displays a plurality of pieces of identification information.

  In addition, when a special numerical symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol on the special symbol display 33, an effect image that allows the player to grasp that it is a big hit is displayed on the rotary reel 2033. Specifically, when a specific numeric symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol on the special symbol display 33, the combination of the identification information for presentation displayed on the rotary reel 2033 is a specific display mode (for example, a plurality of symbols). The display is stopped in a state where any one of “1” to “9” is aligned in each of the 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. The special winning opening 39 performs an opening operation when the special game is executed. 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. The special winning opening 39 is opened when the special game is executed. When a specific number symbol is stopped and displayed with a sequential number (for example, “1”, “2”, “3” number symbols), a round game that is advantageous to the player from the normal gaming state is continued twice at a maximum. The game state shifts to the 2R big hit game state (specific game state). The special game-dedicated winning attacker 44 performs an opening operation when the specific game is executed. 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, 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.

  Further, when a game ball enters the start port 25, an identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the identification information variably displayed is executed by the player's operation on the variation display means such as the rotating reel 2033. The At this time, the player operates a plurality of stop operation buttons 84a to 84c respectively corresponding to the plurality of presentation identification information 94a to 94c (see FIG. 5) that are variably displayed. Identification information can be stopped. Thus, the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c are an example of a plurality of stop operation means for causing the variable display means to stop and display the variably displayed identification information by an operation by the player.

[Electric configuration of gaming machine]
FIG. 22 illustrates a control circuit of the gaming machine 2010 in another embodiment with reference to FIG. FIG. 22 is a block diagram showing a control circuit of the gaming machine 2010 in the present embodiment. Description of the same part as the control circuit of the pachinko gaming machine 10 is omitted.

  The sub control circuit 200 includes an identification information stop game control means, a sub CPU 206 as sound generation control means, a program ROM 208 as storage means, a work RAM 210, a display control circuit 250 for performing display control in the liquid crystal display device 32, and a speaker 46. The voice control circuit 230 controls the sound generated from the lamp, the normal symbol holding lamp 50, the lamp control circuit 240 that controls the lamp 132 such as the decoration lamp, and the rotary reel drive circuit 2100.

  The rotary reel drive circuit 2100 is connected to the sub CPU 206. The rotating reel drive circuit 2100 is connected to a rotating reel 2033 which is an example of a rotating body having a plurality of identification information. The rotating reel drive circuit 2100 includes a reel CPU, a reel ROM, and a reel RAM. The rotary reel drive circuit 2100 transmits a drive signal corresponding to the variable display pattern stored in the reel ROM to the rotary reel 2033 in response to a control signal from the sub CPU 206 which is an example of the identification information stop game control means. . The rotating reel 2033 performs variable display according to the received drive signal. Further, the rotary reel drive circuit 2100 transmits a drive signal corresponding to the control signal from the sub CPU 206 based on the player operating the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c to the rotary reel 2033.

  Further, the sub CPU 206 stops and displays a plurality of pieces of identification information in accordance with the operation timing of the stop operation buttons 84a to 84c, and switches the effect reels of the type corresponding to the combination of the stopped and displayed identification information. The effect image pattern to be displayed is set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 210 (see FIG. 22). If the effect image pattern is set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 210, data for displaying the effect image pattern is transmitted to the display control circuit 250, and the display control circuit 250 displays the effect image pattern. The effect image is switched and displayed on the display area 32a of the liquid crystal display device 32, which is an example of the display means, based on the data to be displayed.

  In other words, the display control circuit 250 functions as an example of a display control unit that performs control to switch and display an effect image of a type corresponding to a combination of identification information that is stopped and displayed by an operation in the stop operation unit.

  Thus, in the identification information stop game, a plurality of pieces of identification information are displayed according to the operation timing of the stop operation means, and the type of effect image according to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means Switch to and display. As a result, the player can change the effect image as a result of the operation in the identification information stop game, and the player's willingness to stop the identification information stop game is increased. Can be provided. In addition, as a result of the operation in the identification information stop game, it is possible to further increase the player's motivation and satisfaction with the new display mode of changing the effect image, and to improve the interest of the game A possible gaming machine can be provided.

  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. It may be a three-type 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 the present 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 plurality of pieces of identification information that are displayed in a variable manner in the variable display unit are stopped by an operation by a player. A stop operation means for displaying, 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 has been variably displayed based on an operation of the stop operation means, and a plurality of types of games Display means for displaying an effect image; and display control means for controlling the display means to display any type of effect image among the plurality of types of effect images; and the identification information stop game control means. Performs control to stop and display the plurality of identification information according to the operation timing by the stop operation means, and the display control means It is a gaming machine characterized by performing control to switch to and display the effect image of the type corresponding to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation in the operation means, but the variable display means, the stop operation means, and the identification information Specific configurations of the stop game control unit, the display unit, the display control unit, and the like can be appropriately changed in design.

  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 jackpot determination table 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 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 identification information corresponding effect image table 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 front view which shows the general view 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.

Explanation of symbols

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 board 20 Upper plate 22 Lower plate 24 Prize opening 25 Start-up port 26 Launch handle 30 Guide rail 31 Spacer 32 Liquid crystal display device 32a Display area 33 Special symbol display 35 Normal symbol 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 51 Round number display 53 Electricity Decoration unit 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 84a-84c Stop operation button 90 Character image 91 Character Image 9 a to 92d Message image 93 Character image 94a, 94b, 94c Presentation identification information 102 V / count sensor 104 Count sensor 118 Normal electric accessory solenoid 120 Large winning opening solenoid 122 Seesaw solenoid 124 Backup clear switch 126 Dispensing / launch control circuit 128 Dispensing device 130 Launching device 132 Lamp 150 Card unit 200 Sub control circuit 206 Sub CPU
208 Program ROM
210 Work RAM
218 D / A converter 220 Initial reset circuit 230 Audio control circuit 236 Amplifier 240 Lamp control circuit 250 Display control circuit 2010 Pachinko gaming machine 2014 Game board 2032 Liquid crystal display 2033 Rotating reel 2100 Rotating reel drive circuit

Claims (4)

Fluctuation display means for individually displaying and stopping a plurality of identification information,
In the fluctuation display means, a stop operation means for stopping and displaying the plurality of identification information variably displayed by an operation by a player;
Identification information stop game control means for controlling the execution of an identification information stop game for stopping and displaying the identification information that has been variably displayed based on the operation of the stop operation means;
Display means for displaying a plurality of types of effect images relating to the game;
The display means comprises display control means for performing control to display any type of effect image among the plurality of types of effect images,
The identification information stop game control means performs control to stop and display the plurality of identification information according to the operation timing by the stop operation means,
The game machine according to claim 1, wherein the display control means performs control to switch and display the effect image of a type corresponding to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation of the stop operation means. Controlling lottery whether or not to win a game advantageous for the player, and a control means for controlling execution of a plurality of gaming states having different winning probabilities of the lottery,
The display control means is a control for switching and displaying the effect image of the type corresponding to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation in the stop operation means when the control means causes a change in the gaming state. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein: A plurality of the stop operation means are provided corresponding to each of the plurality of identification information,
The display control means is determined by the stop order when the plurality of identification information stopped and displayed by operations in the plurality of stop operation means are stopped and displayed in combinations determined by the stop order of the plurality of identification information. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein control is performed to switch and display the effect image of a type corresponding to a combination to be performed. A storage unit that stores a correspondence relationship between the combination of the plurality of pieces of the identification information that are stopped and displayed, and the type of effect image that is switched and displayed;
The display control means performs control to switch and display the type of effect image based on the correspondence stored in the storage means according to the combination of the identification information stopped and displayed by the operation in the stop operation means. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the gaming machine is performed.

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