JP2010104808A - Pinball game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To allow a player to enjoy a plurality of kinds of games in a game machine such as a Pachinko game machine. <P>SOLUTION: A game control means (200) includes a control means (210) of a first game, a control means (220) of second game, a control means (230) of a third game and a control means (240) of a fourth game. The control means (240) of the fourth game changes a variable winning device (50) from a closed state to an open state based on the fourth game condition which is set to be more advantageous than the first game condition and equal to a second game on condition that stopped symbols form a predetermined mode as a result of a third game by the control means (230) of a third game. The control means (210) of the first game includes a banning means (211) of the first game and a parallel processing means (212) of the first game. The control means (230) of the third game includes a counting means (233) of reserved balls of the third game, a storage means (234) of reserved balls of the third game and a banning means (232) of the third game. The control means (230) of the third game includes a parallel processing means (231) of the third game. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2010,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine, for example, so that a plurality of types of games can be enjoyed.

  Conventionally, there are two types of pachinko machines as follows.

(1) Fever machine A so-called fever machine (hereinafter referred to as “fever machine”) includes a symbol display device, a starting port which is a condition for changing the symbol displayed on the symbol display device, and a variable prize commonly referred to as an attacker. Equipment.

  When the hit ball wins the start opening, the symbol displayed on the symbol display device starts to fluctuate and stops after a predetermined time. When the symbol displayed at that time is a symbol that is determined in advance, it is a big win and the variable winning device is released for a predetermined period.

(2) Hikoki machine A so-called Hikoki machine (hereinafter referred to as "Hikoki machine") is provided with a variable winning device commonly referred to as a blade and a start opening which is a condition for opening and closing the variable winning.

  Then, when the hit ball wins the start opening, the variable winning device opens and closes a predetermined number of times. At that time, if a hit ball wins a specific area provided in the variable winning device, a big hit is made, and the variable winning device repeats opening and closing operations for a predetermined period.

  However, the above-described two types of conventional gaming machines each have only unique game performance, and thus have the following problems.

  For example, in the above-described conventional Fever machine, the probability that a predetermined symbol is established is set to about 1/200 to 1/300, so even if a game is played for a long time depending on the player's luck, There is a problem that it may not be a big hit, and as a result, it gives the player a feeling that it is boring.

  In addition, the above-mentioned conventional Hikoki machine has a problem that it can get tired of playing for a long time since it can only obtain a monotonous variable winning device movement.

  Therefore, in order to solve the conventional problem, it is conceivable to combine the above two types of games.

  However, in order to realize the above-mentioned case, it is necessary to have a plurality of variable winning devices, and if the size of the gaming machine is to be kept the same as the conventional size, the gaming board can be constrained and the gaming machine becomes inconvenient. There was a fear.

Accordingly, each invention described in each claim has been made in view of the above-described problems of the prior art and the problems that occur when the prior art is cited. Is in the following points.
(Claim 1)
That is, the invention described in claim 1 is configured such that a plurality of types of games can be enjoyed using one common variable winning device.

  For example, by using one common variable winning device, it is possible to enjoy a game such as the above-described conventional Fever machine or Hikoki machine for a long time, and to eliminate the monotony of the game.

  In addition, since the invention according to claim 1 does not require a plurality of variable winning devices, the game board can be used effectively without changing the size of the game machine. is there.

  Furthermore, the invention described in claim 1 prohibits the occurrence of the fourth game during the second game, thereby solving the problem that the jackpot states of the two types of games that the Fever machine and the Hikoki machine have overlapped, It is possible to prevent player confusion.

  In the invention according to claim 1, when the first game and the third game are processed in parallel and a second game based on the first game is generated, the second game based on the first game is ended. The time from the start of symbol change to the end of change of the third game can be extended so that the symbol change based on the third game stops and the fourth game starts.

  Each invention described in each claim has been made to achieve each of the above-mentioned objects, and features of each invention will be described below using embodiments of the invention shown in the drawings. .

  In addition, the code | symbol in parenthesis shows the code | symbol used in embodiment of invention, and does not limit the technical scope of this invention.

Also, the drawing numbers indicate the drawing numbers used in the embodiments of the invention and do not limit the technical scope of the present invention.
(Claim 1)
(Claim 1)
The invention described in claim 1 is characterized by the following points.

  First, the ball game machine (10) has the following configuration, for example, as shown in FIGS.

(1) First specific prize opening (30)
The first specific winning opening (30) is one in which a hit ball can be won.

(2) First specific winning detection means (31)
The first specific winning detection means (31) is for detecting a hit ball that has entered the first specific winning opening (30).

(3) Second specific prize opening (40)
The second specific winning opening (40) is one in which a hit ball can be won.

(4) Second specific winning detection means (41)
The second specific winning detection means (41) is for detecting a hit ball that has entered the second specific winning opening (40).

(5) Variable winning device (50)
For example, as shown in FIG. 4, the variable winning device (50) can be changed between an open state in which it is easy to receive a hit ball and a closed state in which it is difficult to receive a hit ball as shown in FIG.

  In addition, the above “it is difficult to accept a hit ball” includes a case where no hit ball is accepted.

(6) Variable winning detection means (85)
The variable winning detection means (85) is for detecting a hit ball that has entered the variable winning device (50).

(7) Specific area hitting detection means (86)
The specific area hitting detection means (86) is for detecting a hit ball that has passed through the specific area (81) among the hit balls that have entered the variable winning device (50).

(8) Symbol display device (60)
The symbol display device (60) is capable of variably displaying symbols.

(9) Game control means (200)
The game control means (200) includes a first specific winning detection means (31), a second specific winning detection means (41), a variable winning device (50), a variable winning detection means (85), a specific area hitting detection means (86). ), Connected to the symbol display device (60), respectively, for controlling the game.

  Second, the game control means (200) includes the following means, for example, as shown in FIG.

(10) First game control means (210)
The first game control means (210) closes the variable winning device (50) on the basis of a preset first game condition on the condition that the hit ball is detected by the first specific winning detection means (31). It is for changing from a state to an open state.

(11) Second game control means (220)
The second game control means (220) is more advantageous than the first game condition on the condition that a hit ball is detected by the specific area hit detection means (86) during the first game by the first game control means (210). This is for changing the variable winning device (50) from the closed state to the open state based on the preset second game condition.

(12) Third game control means (230)
The third game control means (230) starts the variable display of the symbols displayed on the symbol display device (60) on the condition that the hit ball has been detected by the second specific winning detection means (41), for a predetermined time. This is for stopping the variable display after the lapse.

(13) Fourth game control means (240)
The fourth game control means (240) is more advantageous than the first game condition on the condition that, as a result of the third game by the third game control means (230), the stopped symbol becomes a predetermined mode, and the second game control means (240). The variable winning device (50) is changed from the closed state to the open state based on the fourth game condition set equal to the game.

  Third, the first game control means (210) includes the following means, for example, as shown in FIG.

(14) First game prohibition means (211)
The first game prohibition means (211) is for preventing a new first game from starting during the first game, the second game, or the fourth game.

(15) First game parallel processing means (212)
The first game parallel processing means (212) starts the first game on condition that a hit ball is detected by the first specific winning detection means (31) during the third game by the third game control means (230). It is for making possible.

  Fourth, the third game control means (230) includes the following means, for example, as shown in FIG.

(16) Third game holding ball counting means (233)
The third game holding ball counting means (233) is for adding “1” to the count value when the number of hit balls detected by the second specific winning detection means (41) has not reached the upper limit. Is.

(17) Third game holding ball storage means (234)
The third game holding ball storage means (234) is for storing the count value added by the third game holding ball counting means (233).

(18) Third game prohibition means (232)
The third game prohibition means (232) is for preventing the start of the fourth game by not generating a new third game during the second game, the third game, and the fourth game.

  Fifth, the third game prohibiting means (232) determines that the count value by the third game holding ball counting means (233) remains, and the third game prohibiting means (232) Under the condition that the execution of is not prohibited, “1” is subtracted from the count value by the third game holding ball counting means (233), and the variation display of the symbol displayed on the symbol display device (60) is started, When the third game is prohibited after the predetermined time has elapsed and the third game is prohibited, the third game control is performed without subtracting “1” from the count value of the third game holding ball counting means (233). The determination process of the start of the third game is ended without shifting to the third game control by the means (230).

  Sixth, the third game control means (230) includes the following means, for example, as shown in FIG.

(20) Third game parallel processing means (231)
The third game parallel processing means (231) performs the first game by the first game parallel processing means (212) after the start of the variable display of the symbols displayed on the symbol display device (60). When the second game based on the first game occurs, after the end of the second game based on the first game, the variation from the start of the third game changes so that the variation of the symbol based on the third game stops and the fourth game starts The time until the end is extended.

Since this invention is comprised as mentioned above, there exists an effect as described below.
(Claim 1)
According to invention of Claim 1, there exist the following effects.

  That is, according to the first aspect of the present invention, it is possible to enjoy a plurality of types of games using one common variable winning device.

  For example, by using one common variable winning device, it is possible to enjoy a game such as the above-described conventional Fever machine or Hikoki machine for a long time, and to eliminate the monotony of the game.

  In addition, according to the first aspect of the present invention, since it is not necessary to have a plurality of variable winning devices, it is possible to effectively use the game board without changing the size of the game machine.

  Furthermore, according to the invention described in claim 1, the occurrence of the fourth game during the second game is prohibited, thereby solving the problem that the jackpot states of the two types of games possessed by the Fever machine and the Hikoki machine overlap. At the same time, confusion of the player can be prevented.

  According to the invention described in claim 1, when the first game and the third game are processed in parallel and the second game based on the first game is generated, the second game based on the first game is performed. The time from the start of symbol change to the end of change of the third game can be extended so that the symbol change based on the third game stops and the fourth game starts after the end.

(Explanation of drawings)
1 to 11 each show an example of the first embodiment of the present invention.

  1 is a schematic block diagram of a ball game machine, FIG. 2 is a schematic front view of a game board, FIG. 3 is a schematic perspective view of a variable winning device, and FIG. 4 corresponds to FIG. FIG. 5 is a schematic perspective view of FIG. 5, FIG. 6 is a schematic plan view of FIG. 5, and FIGS.

  12 to 18 show an example of a second embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 12 is a schematic block diagram of a ball game machine, and FIG. 13 is a schematic front view showing a symbol display device, a common winning opening and a variable winning device. FIGS. 14 and 17 are schematic front views for explaining the operation of the common specific winning award in FIG. 13, and FIG. 18 is a schematic flowchart for allocating the common specific winning award.

  FIG. 19 shows an example of the third embodiment of the present invention, which shows a schematic plan view of the big prize opening.

20 to 21 show an example of the fourth embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 20 is a schematic perspective view of a special prize opening, and FIG. 21 is a schematic plan view of FIG.
(Ball game machine 10)
1-2, 10 shows a ball game machine such as a pachinko machine, for example.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the following parts are arranged on the game board 20 of the ball game machine 10 described above.

(1) First specific prize opening 30
(2) Second specific prize opening 40
(3) Variable winning device 50
(4) Symbol display device 60
In addition, the components arrange | positioned at the game board 20 are not limited to above-mentioned (1)-(4).
(First Specific Winner 30)
The first specific winning opening 30 is a place where a hit ball can be won.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 2, the first specific winning opening 30 is located on both the left and right sides of the variable winning device 50.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the first specific winning opening 30 includes the following means.

  The means for the first specific winning opening 30 is not limited to the following (1).

(1) First specific winning detection means 31
The first specific winning detection means 31 is for detecting a hit ball that has entered the first specific winning opening 30.
(Second specific prize opening 40)
The second specific winning opening 40 is one in which a hit ball can be won.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 2, the second specific winning opening 40 is located between the variable winning device 50 and the symbol display device 60.

  In addition, the first specific winning opening 30 is harder to win than the second specific winning opening 40.

  As a method for making the above-described winning difficult, for example, a physical or electrical method can be considered.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 2, a variable type (for example, so-called tulip) winning device is adopted for the second specific winning opening 40, and compared to the first specific winning opening 30, It is easy to win.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the second specific winning opening 40 includes the following means.

  In addition, the means of the 2nd specific prize opening 40 is not limited to following (1).

(1) Second specific winning detection means 41
The second specific winning detection means 41 is for detecting a hit ball that has entered the second specific winning opening 40.
(Variable winning device 50)
As shown in FIG. 4, the variable winning device 50 can be varied between an open state in which it is easy to accept a hit ball and a closed state in which it is difficult to accept a hit ball as shown in FIG.

  In addition, the above “it is difficult to accept a hit ball” includes a case where no hit ball is accepted.

  Specifically, the variable prize device 50 includes the following parts as shown in FIGS.

(1) Open / close door 70
(2) Grand Prize Winner 80
The portion of the variable winning device 50 is not limited to the above (1) to (2).
(Design display device 60)
The symbol display device 60 can variably display symbols, and is composed of, for example, a liquid crystal display.

The symbol display device 60 is not limited to the liquid crystal, and may be composed of a cathode ray tube, a dod matrix, a fluorescent display tube, a 7-segment display, or the like.
(Opening / closing door 70)
As shown in FIGS. 3 to 4, the open / close door 70 is attached to the front surface of the variable prize device 50 so as to be openable and closable. The open / close door 70 is opened and closed by a driving force of a driving source 71 such as a solenoid.

  The drive source 71 is not limited to a solenoid, and a motor or the like may be used.

As shown in FIG. 4, when the open / close door 70 is opened, the hit ball flows into the big winning opening 80. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 3, when the open / close door 70 is closed, the hit ball does not flow into the special winning opening 80.
(Big prize opening 80)
As shown in FIGS. 4 to 5, the special winning opening 80 is arranged on the back side of the open / close door 70.

  The position of the special winning opening 80 is not limited to the back side of the open / close door 70 described above.

  As shown in FIGS. 5 to 6, the special winning opening 80 includes the following areas when roughly classified.

  In addition, the area | region of the big winning opening 80 is not limited to following (1)-(2).

(1) Specific area 81
As shown in FIGS. 5 to 6, the specific area 81 is located in the center of the special winning opening 80.

(2) General winning area 82
The general winning area 82 is located on both the left and right sides of the specific area 81 as shown in FIGS.

  As shown in FIGS. 5 to 6, the specific area 81 includes the following winning holes when roughly classified.

  The area of the specific area 81 is not limited to the following (3) to (4).

(3) First specific area 83
The first specific area 83 is located in the center of the specific area 81 as shown in FIGS.

(4) Second specific area 84
As shown in FIGS. 5 to 6, the second specific area 84 is located on both the left and right sides of the first specific area 83.

  Also, the first specific area 83 is harder to win than the second specific area 84.

  As a method for making the above-described winning difficult, for example, a physical or electrical method can be considered.

  For example, as shown in FIGS. 5 to 6, two second specific areas (84) are provided to make it easier to win the second specific area 84 than one first specific area 83.

  On the other hand, the variable winning device 50 includes the following means as shown in FIG.

(5) Variable winning detection means 85
(6) Specific area hitting detection means 86
The means of the variable winning device 50 is not limited to the above (5) to (6).
(Variable winning detection means 85)
The variable winning detection means 85 is for detecting a hit ball that has entered the variable winning device 50.

Specifically, the variable winning detection means 85 detects a hit ball that has flowed into the specific area 81 and the general winning area 82.
(Specific area hitting means 86)
The specific area hitting detection means 86 is for detecting a hit ball that has passed through the specific area 81 among the hit balls that have entered the variable winning device 50.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 1, the specific area hit ball detecting means 86 includes the following means when roughly classified.

(1) First specific area hitting detection means 87
(2) Second specific area hitting detection means 88
The means of the specific area hit ball detecting means 86 is not limited to the above (1) to (2).
(First specific area hitting detection means 87)
The first specific area hitting detection means 87 is for detecting a hit ball that has passed through the first specific area 83 in the specific area 81.
(Second specific area hitting means 88)
The second specific area hitting detection means 88 is for detecting a hit ball that has passed through the second specific area 84 excluding the first specific area 83 in the specific area 81.

  Note that the second specific area 84 may include the first specific area 83 of the specific areas 81.

The first specific area 83 is more difficult to win than the second specific area 84.
(Other display means 90-100)
On the other hand, the ball game machine 10 includes the following means as will be described later, as shown in FIG.

(1) First game holding ball display means 90
(2) Third game holding ball display means 100
Other display means are not limited to the above (1) to (2).
(Game control means 200)
On the other hand, a game control means 200 is provided inside the ball game machine 10 as shown in FIG.

  The game control means 200 is for controlling a game.

  Specifically, although not shown, the game control means 200 is configured around a CPU and includes a ROM, a RAM, an I / O, and the like. Then, the CPU reads the program stored in the ROM and functions as the following means as shown in FIG.

(1) First game control means 210
(2) Second game control means 220
(3) Third game control means 230
(4) Fourth game control means 240
Note that the means of the game control means 200 is not limited to the above (1) to (4).
(Input stage of game control means 200)
As shown in FIG. 1, the following parts are connected to the input stage of the game control means 200, respectively.

  The components connected to the input stage of the game control means 200 are not limited to the following (1) to (4) or (4-1) to (4-2).

(1) First specific winning detection means 31
(2) Second specific winning detection means 41
(3) Variable winning detection means 85
(4) Specific area hitting detection means 86
The specific area hit ball detecting means 86 includes the following means as shown in FIG.

(4-1) First specific area hitting detection means 87
(4-2) Second specific area hitting detection means 88
(Output stage of game control means 200)
As shown in FIG. 1, the following parts are connected to the output stage of the game control means 200, respectively.

(1) Variable winning device 50
(2) Symbol display device 60
(3) First game holding ball display means 90
(4) Third game holding ball display means 100
Note that the components connected to the output stage of the game control means 200 are not limited to the above (1) to (4).
(First game control means 210)
The first game control means 210 changes the variable winning device 50 from the closed state to the open state based on a preset first game condition on the condition that the hit ball is detected by the first specific winning detection means 31. Is to do.

  As the first game condition, the open / close door 70 of the variable winning device 50 is opened for 0.5 to 1 second, but is not limited thereto.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 1, the first game control means 210 includes the following means.

(1) First game prohibition means 211
(2) First game parallel processing means 212
(3) First game holding ball counting means 213
(4) First game holding ball storage means 214
The means of the first game control means 210 is not limited to the above (1) to (4).
(Second game control means 220)
The second game control means 220 is a preset second advantageous that is more advantageous than the first game condition on the condition that a hitting ball is detected by the specific area hitting detection means 86 during the first game by the first game control means 210. This is for changing the variable winning device 50 from the closed state to the open state based on the game conditions.

  Specifically, the second game control means 220 starts the first unit game on condition that a hit ball is detected by the first specific area hit detection means 87 during the first game.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the second game control means 220 includes the following means.

(1) Second game continuation means 221
The means of the second game control means 220 is not limited to the above (1).
(Third game control means 230)
The third game control means 230 starts the variable display of the symbol displayed on the symbol display device 60 on the condition that the hit ball is detected by the second specific winning detection means 41, and displays the variable display after a predetermined time has elapsed. It is to stop.

  The predetermined time is, for example, about 5 to 10 seconds, but is not limited thereto.

  Specifically, the third game control means 230 includes the following means as shown in FIG.

(1) Third game parallel processing means 231
(2) Third game prohibition means 232
(3) Third game holding ball counting means 233
(4) Third game holding ball storage means 234
The means of the third game control means 230 is not limited to the above (1) to (4).
(Fourth game control means 240)
The fourth game control means 240 is a pre-set fourth game condition that is more advantageous than the first game condition on the condition that the stopped symbol becomes a predetermined mode as a result of the third game by the third game control means 230. Based on this, the variable winning device 50 is changed from the closed state to the open state.

  As the predetermined mode, there are cases where “777” is aligned, but the present invention is not limited to this.

  Moreover, although the 4th game condition is set equal to the 2nd game condition demonstrated previously, it is not limited to this.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 1, the fourth game control means 240 includes the following means.

(1) Fourth game continuation means 241
The means of the fourth game control means 240 is not limited to the above (1).
(First game prohibition means 211)
The first game prohibition means 211 is for preventing the first game from starting during the second game or the fourth game.
(First game parallel processing means 212)
The first game parallel processing means 212 is for enabling the first game to be started on the condition that the first specific winning detection means 31 detects a hit ball during the third game by the third game control means 230. It is.
(First game holding ball counting means 213)
The first game reservation ball counting means 213 is for counting the number of hit balls detected by the first specific winning detection means 31 based on a predetermined condition.
(First game holding ball storage means 214)
The first game holding ball storage unit 214 is for storing the count value counted by the first game holding ball counting unit 213.
(Second game continuation means 221)
The second game continuation means 221 is set in advance again after changing the variable winning device 50 from the open state to the closed state on the condition that the hit ball is detected by the specific area hit ball detection means 86 during the second game. The unit game for changing the variable prize-winning device 50 from the closed state to the open state in accordance with the continued condition is continued for a preset number of times.

  As the unit game, the following conditions (1) to (2) are set. Then, the unit game of the second game is ended according to the condition achieved first in any of the following (1) to (2).

(1) 10 count When the number of general winning balls to the big winning opening 80 of the variable winning device 50 exceeds, for example, 10, the open / close door 70 is closed, and the unit game of the second game is ended.

  The number of winning balls is not limited to ten.

(2) Opening for 30 seconds When the opening time of the open / close door 70 of the variable winning device 50 exceeds, for example, 30 seconds, the open / close door 70 is closed, and the unit game of the second game ends.

  The predetermined number of times is, for example, 15 times, but is not limited thereto.

Specifically, the second game continuation means 221 continues the unit game under the continuation condition that the second specific area hitting ball detection means 88 detects the hit ball during the first unit game.
(Third game parallel processing means 231)
The third game parallel processing means 231 is for enabling the start of the third game on condition that the second specific winning detection means 41 detects a hit ball during the first game by the first game control means 210. It is.
(Third game prohibition means 232)
The third game prohibition means 232 is for preventing the fourth game from starting during the second game.

  Specifically, the third game prohibition unit 232 includes the following units as shown in FIG.

  The means of the third game prohibition means 232 is not limited to the following (1).

(1) Game duplication prevention means 235
The game duplication prevention means 235 is for restricting the transition from the third game to the fourth game during the second game by the second game control means 220.
(Third game holding ball counting means 233)
The third game holding ball counting means 233 is for counting the number of hit balls detected by the second specific winning detection means 41 based on a predetermined condition.
(Third game holding ball storage means 234)
The third game holding ball storage means 234 is for storing the count value counted by the third game holding ball counting means 233.
(Fourth game continuation means 241)
The fourth game continuation means 241 sets the variable winning device 50 from the open state to the closed state again after the variable game device 50 is changed from the open state to the closed state on the condition that the hit ball is detected by the specific area hit ball detection means 86 The unit game for changing the variable prize-winning device 50 from the closed state to the open state in accordance with the continued condition is continued for a preset number of times.
(First game holding ball display means 90)
The first game hold ball display means 90 is arranged on the game board 20 and is for displaying the count value counted by the first game hold ball counting means 213.
(Third game holding ball display means 100)
Although not shown, the third game reservation ball display means 100 is arranged on the game board 20 and displays the count value counted by the third game reservation ball counting means 233.
(Game method)
Next, a game method of the ball game machine 10 having the above-described configuration will be described below using the flowcharts shown in FIGS.
(Schematic flowchart of normal state in FIG. 7)
First, a schematic flowchart in a normal state will be described below with reference to FIG.

  First, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds to step S100, where it is determined whether or not there is a winning at the first specific winning opening 30 (see FIG. 2).

  Specifically, the first game control means 210 (see FIG. 1) monitors the detection signal of the first specific winning detection means 31.

  If there is no winning as a result of the above determination, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds from step S100 to step S101 to determine whether or not there is a winning at the second specific winning opening 40 (see FIG. 2). .

  Specifically, the third game control means 230 (see FIG. 1) monitors the detection signal of the second specific winning detection means 41.

  If there is no winning as a result of the determination, the process proceeds from step S101 to step S102 as shown in FIG. 7, and it is determined whether or not there is a holding ball for the first game.

  The first game hold ball is managed in the first game hold ball counting means 213 and the first game hold ball storage means 214 of the first game control means 210 shown in FIG.

  As a result of the determination, if there is no holding ball for the first game, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds from step S102 to step S103, where it is determined whether there is a holding ball for the third game.

  The third game holding ball is managed in the third game holding ball counting means 233 and the third game holding ball storage means 234 of the third game control means 230 shown in FIG.

  As a result of the determination, if there is no reserved ball for the third game, the process ends as shown in FIG.

  In step S100 described above, if there is a winning at the first specific winning opening 30 (see FIG. 2), the process proceeds to the next step S110 as shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not.

  The first winning hold condition is managed in the first game holding ball counting means 213 and the first game holding ball storage means 214 of the first game control means 210 shown in FIG.

  As a result, when the first winning hold condition is satisfied, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds from step S110 to the next step S111, and “1” hold balls of the first game are added.

  Specifically, “1” is added to the count value of the first game hold ball counting means 213, and the count value after the addition is stored in the first game hold ball storage means 214.

  The count value after the addition is displayed on the first game holding ball display means 90 shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in the previous step S110 that the first winning suspension condition is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step S101 described above. In this case, winning in the first specific winning opening 30 (see FIG. 2) is invalid.

  On the other hand, if there is a winning at the second specific winning opening 40 (see FIG. 2) in the above-described step S101, the process proceeds to the next step S120 as shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not it is satisfied.

  The second winning hold condition is managed in the third game holding ball counting means 233 and the third game holding ball storage means 234 of the third game control means 230 shown in FIG.

  As a result, if the second winning hold condition is satisfied, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds from step S120 to the next step S121, and “1” is added to the third game hold ball.

  Specifically, “1” is added to the count value of the third game holding ball counting means 233, and the count value after the addition is stored in the third game holding ball storage means 234.

  The count value after the addition is displayed on the third game holding ball display means 100 shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in the previous step S120 that the second winning hold condition is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step S102 described above. In this case, winning in the second specific winning opening 40 (see FIG. 2) is invalid.

  Specifically, when the number of holds reaches a predetermined value, for example, when the number of holds is already four, the winning is invalidated.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in the previous step S102 that there is a holding ball for the first game, the process proceeds to the next step S130 as shown in FIG. 7, and the game state determination shown in FIG. Transition.

  After the game state determination, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds from step S130 to the next step S131, where it is determined whether or not the first game is prohibited.

  The first game prohibition is managed by the first game prohibition means 211 shown in FIG.

  If the first game is not prohibited, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds from step S131 to the next step S132, and “1” is reserved for the first game.

  Specifically, “1” is subtracted from the count value of the first game hold ball counting means 213, and the count value after the subtraction is stored in the first game hold ball storage means 214.

  The count value after the subtraction is displayed on the first game holding ball display means 90 shown in FIG.

  After the subtraction, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds from step S132 to the next step S133, and, as will be described later, shifts to the first game control shown in FIG. 9.

  On the other hand, when the first game is prohibited in the previous step S131, the process proceeds to step S103 described above as shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S103 that there is a holding ball for the second game, the process proceeds to the next step S130 as shown in FIG. 7, and the game state determination shown in FIG. Transition.

  After the game state determination, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds from step S130 to the next step S140, where it is determined whether or not the third game is prohibited.

  The third game prohibition is managed by the game duplication prevention means 235 of the third game prohibition means 232 shown in FIG.

  If the third game is not prohibited, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds from step S140 to the next step S141, and “1” of the reserved balls of the third game are subtracted.

  Specifically, “1” is subtracted from the count value of the third game holding ball counting means 233, and the count value after the subtraction is stored in the third game holding ball storage means 234.

  The subtracted count value is displayed on the third game holding ball display means 100 shown in FIG.

  After the subtraction, as shown in FIG. 7, the process proceeds from step S141 to the next step S142, and the third game control shown in FIG.

On the other hand, if the third game is prohibited in the previous step S140, the process is terminated as shown in FIG.
(Schematic flowchart of gaming state determination in FIG. 8)
Next, a schematic flowchart of the gaming state determination will be described below with reference to FIG.

  First, as shown in FIG. 8, it progresses to step S200 and it is determined whether it is a 1st game state.

  The first game state is managed by the first game control means 210 shown in FIG.

  As a result of the determination, in the first gaming state, as shown in FIG. 8, the process proceeds from step S200 to the next step S201, and the flag of the first state (1) is turned on.

  After the above process or in the previous step S200, if it is not the first gaming state, as shown in FIG. 8, the process proceeds to the next step S210, where it is determined whether or not the second gaming state.

  The second game state is managed by the second game control means 220 shown in FIG.

  As a result of the determination, in the second gaming state, as shown in FIG. 8, the process proceeds from step S210 to the next step S211 and the flag of the second state (2) is turned on.

  After the above processing or in the previous step S210, if it is not the second gaming state, as shown in FIG. 8, the process proceeds to the next step S220, where it is determined whether or not the third gaming state.

  The third game state is managed by the third game control means 230 shown in FIG.

  As a result of the determination, in the case of the third gaming state, as shown in FIG. 8, the process proceeds from step S220 to the next step S221, and the flag of the third state (3) is turned on.

  After the above processing or in the previous step S220, if it is not the third gaming state, as shown in FIG. 8, the process proceeds to the next step S230, where it is determined whether or not the fourth gaming state.

  The fourth game state is managed by the fourth game control means 240 shown in FIG.

  As a result of the determination, in the fourth gaming state, as shown in FIG. 8, the process proceeds from step S230 to the next step S231, and the flag of the fourth state (4) is turned on.

  After the above processing or in the previous step S230, if it is not the fourth gaming state, as shown in FIG. 8, the process proceeds to the next step S240, and 1 (first state) and 2 (second state) described above ) · 4 (fourth state), it is determined whether any of the flags is on.

  As a result of the determination, if it is determined that any of the flags is on, the process proceeds from step S240 to the next step S241 as shown in FIG. 8, and the first game prohibition flag is turned on.

  After the above processing or when the flag is OFF in the previous step S240, as shown in FIG. 8, the process proceeds to the next step S250, and 2 (second state) and 3 (third state) described above -It is determined whether any flag of 4 (fourth state) is on.

  As a result of the determination, if it is determined that any of the flags is turned on, as shown in FIG. 8, the process proceeds from step S250 to the next step S251, and the third game prohibition flag is turned on.

After the above processing or when the flag is off in the previous step S250, the processing is ended as shown in FIG.
(Schematic flowchart of the first game control in FIG. 9)
Next, a schematic flowchart of the first game control will be described below with reference to FIG.

  The first game is managed by the first game control means 210 shown in FIG.

  First, as shown in FIG. 9, it progresses to step S300 and sets the specific area for 1st games.

  Specifically, the first specific area hitting detection means 87 (see FIG. 1) facing the first specific area 83 shown in FIGS. At this time, the second specific area hit ball detecting means 88 facing the second specific area 84 is invalid.

  After the above process, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S300 to the next step S301, and the release timer of the variable winning device 50 is set.

  Specifically, the opening timer controls the opening time of the open / close door 70 of the variable winning device 50, and is set to 0.5 seconds, for example.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S301 to the next step S302 to set a specific area valid timer.

  Specifically, the specific area effective timer is for securing a time until the first specific area hitting detection means 87 detects the hit ball that has flowed into the variable winning device 50 just before the opening / closing door 70 is closed. For example, it is set to 1.5 seconds.

  Note that after the 1.5 seconds have elapsed, the first specific area hitting detection means 87 is disabled to prevent illegal games.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S302 to the next step S303, where the variable winning device 50 starts to be opened.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4, the opening / closing door 70 of the variable winning device 50 is opened.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S303 to the next step S304, and although not shown, the area display lamp is turned on.

  The area display lamp (not shown) indicates that the first specific area 83 shown in FIGS.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S304 to the next step S305, where it is determined whether or not a specific area winning is made.

  Specifically, the detection signal of the first specific area hitting detection means 87 is monitored.

  As a result of the above determination, when a hit ball enters the specific area, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S305 to the next step S306, and the specific area winning flag is turned on.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S306 to the next step S307, and the release timer of the variable winning device 50 is subtracted.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S307 to the next step S308, and the specific area valid timer is subtracted.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S308 to the next step S309, where it is determined whether the specific area valid timer has become “zero”.

  As a result of the determination, if the specific area valid timer is not “zero”, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S309 to the next step S310, where it is determined whether the release timer of the variable winning device 50 is “zero”. To do.

  As a result of the determination, if the release timer of the variable prize winning device 50 is not “zero”, as shown in FIG. 9, the process returns from step S310 to step S305 described above until the release timer becomes “zero”. Repeat this step.

  On the other hand, when the opening timer of the variable winning device 50 becomes “zero”, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S310 to the next step S311 and the closing operation of the variable winning device 50 is started.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, the open / close door 70 of the variable winning device 50 is closed.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process returns from step S310 to step S305 described above.

  On the other hand, in the previous step S305, if the hit ball has not won in the specific area, the process proceeds to step S307 as shown in FIG. In this case, the specific area winning flag remains off.

  If the specific area valid timer becomes “zero” in the previous step S309, the process proceeds to the next step S320 as shown in FIG. 9, and although not shown, the area display lamp is turned off.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S320 to the next step S321, and it is determined whether or not the specific area winning flag is on.

  As a result of the determination, if the specific area winning flag is OFF, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S321 to the next step S322, and returns to the normal game shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, when the specific area winning flag is on, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S321 to the next step S323, and the on-state specific area winning flag is turned off.

After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S323 to the next step S324, and proceeds to the second game shown in FIG.
(Schematic flowchart of the second game (fourth game) control in FIG. 10)
Next, a schematic flowchart of the second game (fourth game) control will be described with reference to FIG.

  In the present embodiment, the second game and the fourth game are made common.

  The second game and the fourth game are managed by the second game control means 220 and the fourth game control means 240 shown in FIG.

  First, as shown in FIG. 10, it progresses to step S400 and sets the 2nd game continuation frequency.

  Specifically, for example, 15 times is set as the second game continuation number.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 9, the process proceeds from step S400 to the next step S401 to set the second game specific area.

  Specifically, the second specific area hit ball detecting means 88 (see FIG. 1) facing the second specific area 84 shown in FIGS. At this time, the first specific area hitting detection means 87 facing the first specific area 83 is invalid.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S401 to the next step S402, and the release timer of the variable winning device 50 is set.

  Specifically, the opening timer controls the opening time of the open / close door 70 of the variable winning device 50, and is set to 30 seconds, for example.

  The time set in the release timer is not limited to the above 30 seconds.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S402 to the next step S403 to set a specific area valid timer.

  Specifically, the specific area valid timer is for securing a time until the second specific area hitting detection means 88 detects the hit ball that has flowed into the variable winning device 50 just before the opening / closing door 70 is closed. For example, it is set to 31 seconds.

  The above 31 seconds is obtained by adding 1 second to 30 seconds set in the release timer. For this reason, after 30 seconds have elapsed and the variable winning device 50 has been closed, and after another 1 second has elapsed, the second specific area hitting detection means 88 is disabled to prevent unauthorized gaming.

  The time set in the specific area valid timer is not limited to the above 31 seconds.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S403 to the next step S404, where the variable winning device 50 is started to be released.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4, the opening / closing door 70 of the variable winning device 50 is opened.

  After the above process, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S404 to the next step S405, and although not shown, the area display lamp is turned on.

  The area display lamp (not shown) indicates that the second specific area 84 shown in FIGS.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S405 to the next step S406, where it is determined whether or not a specific area winning is made.

  Specifically, the detection signal of the second specific area hitting detection means 88 is monitored.

  As a result of the determination, if a hit ball enters the specific area, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S406 to the next step S407, and the specific area winning flag is turned on.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S407 to the next step S408, and the release timer of the variable winning device 50 is subtracted.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S408 to the next step S409, and the specific area valid timer is subtracted.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S409 to the next step S410, and it is determined whether or not the specific area valid timer has become “zero”.

  As a result of the determination, if the specific area valid timer is not “zero”, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S410 to the next step S411, and it is determined whether the release timer of the variable winning device 50 has become “zero”. To do.

  If the release timer of the variable winning device 50 is not “zero” as a result of the above determination, as shown in FIG. 10, the process returns from step S411 to step S406 described above until the release timer becomes “zero”. Repeat this step.

  On the other hand, when the opening timer of the variable winning device 50 becomes “zero”, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S411 to the next step S412 and the closing driving of the variable winning device 50 is started.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, the open / close door 70 of the variable winning device 50 is closed.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process returns from step S412 to step S406 described above.

  On the other hand, if the hit ball has not won the specific area in the previous step S406, the process proceeds to step S408 as shown in FIG. In this case, the specific area winning flag remains off.

  If the specific area valid timer becomes “zero” in the previous step S410, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds to the next step S420, and although not shown, the area display lamp is turned off.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S420 to the next step S421, and it is determined whether or not the specific area winning flag is on.

  As a result of the determination, if the specific area winning flag is on, the process proceeds from step S421 to the next step S422 as shown in FIG. 10, and the on-state specific area winning flag is turned off.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S422 to the next step S423, and the second game continuation count is subtracted.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S423 to the next step S424, and it is determined whether or not the second game continuation count is “0”.

  If the second game continuation count is not “0” as a result of the determination, the process returns to step S401 described above as shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, when the second game continuation count is “0”, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds from step S424 to the next step S425, and the second game is terminated.

On the other hand, if the specific area winning flag is OFF in the previous step S421, as shown in FIG. 10, the process proceeds to the next step S325, and the second game is ended.
(Schematic flowchart of third game control in FIG. 11)
Next, a schematic flowchart of the third game control will be described below with reference to FIG.

  The third game is managed by the third game control means 230 shown in FIG.

  First, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds to step S500, and a variable time timer is set.

  Specifically, for example, 10 seconds is set as the variable time timer.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S500 to the next step S501 to acquire a special symbol lottery random number.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S501 to the next step S502, and a determination symbol lottery random number is acquired.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S502 to the next step S503, and it is determined whether or not the special symbol lottery random number acquired in the previous step S501 has been won.

  As a result of the above determination, if the special symbol lottery random number is out, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S503 to the next step S504, and the out symbol is set.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S504 to the next step S505, and the symbol display is started on the symbol display device 60 shown in FIG.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S505 to the next step S506, and the variable time timer is subtracted.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S506 to the next step S507, where it is determined whether or not the variable time timer has become “zero”.

  As a result of the determination, if the variable time timer is not “zero”, as shown in FIG. 11, the process returns to the previous step S505, and this step is repeated until the variable time timer becomes “zero”.

  On the other hand, when the variation time timer becomes “zero”, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S507 to the next step S508 to determine whether or not the variation time addition flag is turned on.

  As a result of the determination, if the variable time addition flag is off, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S508 to the next step S509, and the symbol of the symbol display device 60 shown in FIG.

  At this time, the off display symbol set in step S504 described above is stopped and displayed.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S509 to the next step S510, and the third game is terminated.

  On the other hand, if the special symbol lottery random number acquired in the previous step S501 is won in step S503, the process proceeds to the next step S520 as shown in FIG. 11, and the determination acquired in the previous step S502. It is determined whether or not the symbol lottery random number has been won.

  As a result of the determination, if the determination symbol random number is a win, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S520 to the next step S521, and a specific hit display symbol is set.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S521 to the next step S522, and the variable time addition flag is turned on.

  After the above process, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S522 to step S505 described above, and the symbol display device 60 shown in FIG. In the case of this process, in step S509, the specific winning display symbol set in the previous step S521 is stopped and displayed.

  On the other hand, in step S520 described above, when the determination symbol lottery random number acquired in the previous step S502 is out, the process proceeds to step S523 as shown in FIG. 11, and the normal winning display symbol is set.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S523 to the next step S522, and the variable time addition flag is turned on.

  After the above process, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S522 to step S505 described above, and the symbol display device 60 shown in FIG. In the case of this processing, in step S509, the normal winning display symbol set in the previous step S523 is stopped and displayed.

  On the other hand, if the variable time addition flag is on in the previous step S508, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds to step S530 to determine whether or not the second game is being played.

  As a result of the determination, if the second game is not being played, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S530 to the next step S531, and the ON state variation time addition flag is turned off.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process returns from step S531 to step S509 described above.

  On the other hand, in the previous step S530, in the case of the second game, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds to the next step S532, and the ON time variation time addition flag is turned off.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process proceeds from step S532 to the next step S533, and the variation time is added.

  Specifically, for example, 5 minutes is added as the variation time.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 11, the process returns from step S533 to step S505 described above.

  As a result, it is extended for 5 minutes so that the symbol display of the symbol display device 60 shown in FIG. 2 is continued until the second game is completed.

This process is managed by the third game parallel processing means 231 shown in FIG.
(Second embodiment)
Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to FIGS.

  The first feature of the present embodiment is that the first specific area 83 and the second specific area 84 shown in FIG. 2 are used as a common specific prize opening 300 as shown in FIG.

  The second feature of the present embodiment is that the first specific winning detection means 31 and the second specific winning detection means 41 shown in FIG. 1 are replaced with a common specific winning detection means 310 as shown in FIG. It is in.

  The common specific winning detection means 310 is for detecting a hit ball that has entered the common specific winning opening 300.

  A third feature of the present embodiment is that the game control means 200 includes game selection means 320 as shown in FIG.

  The game selection means 320 is used to alternatively start the first game and the third game on the condition that a hit ball is detected by the common specific winning detection means 310. is there.

  Specifically, the game selection means 320 includes the following means as shown in FIG.

  Note that the means of the game selection means 320 is not limited to the following (1).

(1) Game selection lottery means 321
The game selection lottery means 321 selects the first game and the third game based on the lottery.

  The predetermined condition described above is not limited to the lottery described above.

  A fourth feature of the present embodiment is that, as shown in FIG. 12, the variable prize-winning device 50 is provided with common specific prize-win lottery display means 330.

  The common specific winning opening lottery display means 330 is for displaying the lottery result of the game selection lottery means 321 of the game selection means 320.

  Note that the position of the common specific winning opening lottery display means 330 is not limited to the variable winning device 50.

  Moreover, as the common specific winning a prize lottery display means 330, for example, 7 segments are used, but it is not limited to this.

  A fifth feature of the present embodiment is that, as shown in FIGS. 12 to 13, the symbol display device 60 is provided with common specific winning a prize holding ball display means 340.

  The common specific winning a prize holding ball display means 340 is for displaying the holding ball of the common specific winning a prize opening 300.

  Note that the position of the common special winning award holding ball display means 340 is not limited to the symbol display device 60.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 13, the common specific winning award holding ball display means 340 includes the following means.

(1) First game holding ball display means 341
As shown in FIG. 13, the first game holding ball display means 341 is composed of, for example, four lamps, and two are arranged on the left and right sides of the symbol display device 60.

  Note that the number of lamps of the first game holding ball display means 341 is not limited to four. Further, the first game holding ball display means 341 is not limited to a lamp.

  Specifically, the first game hold ball display means 341 is for displaying the count value counted by the first game hold ball counting means 213 shown in FIG.

(2) Third game holding ball display means 342
As shown in FIG. 13, the third game reservation ball display means 342 is composed of, for example, four lamps, and is arranged on the lower side of the symbol display device 60.

  The number of lamps of the third game holding ball display means 342 is not limited to four. Further, the third game holding ball display means 342 is not limited to a ramp.

  Specifically, the third game holding ball display means 342 is for displaying the count value counted by the third game holding ball counting means 233 shown in FIG.

Note that the means of the common specific winning award holding ball display means 340 is not limited to the following (1) to (2). For example, four lamps common to the first game and the third game may be used, and the emission colors of the lamps may be changed corresponding to the first game and the third game, respectively.
(Common specific prize opening 300)
As shown in FIG. 13, the common specific winning opening 300 includes the following parts.

  In addition, the parts of the common specific winning opening 300 are not limited to the following (1) to (4).

(1) Common specific winning opening detecting means 301
As shown in FIG. 13, the common specific winning opening detecting means 301 is located above the common specific winning opening 300 and detects a hit ball that has entered the common specific winning opening 300.

(2) Distributing means 302
As shown in FIG. 13, the allocating means 302 is located in the center of the common specific winning opening 300, and distributes the hit balls detected by the common specific winning opening detecting means 301.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 13, the distribution unit 302 includes a rotating body 305 that rotates forward and backward, and a frame portion 306 that is positioned on the left and right of the rotating body 305.

  As shown in FIG. 13, the rotating body 305 includes a single recess 307 that is recessed in a semicircular cross section.

  The number of recesses 307 is not limited to one.

  As shown in FIG. 14, one sphere is placed in the recess 307. Then, in a state where the sphere is placed, the next sphere hits the sphere placed on the recess 307 and is distributed to the left and right. The balls distributed to the left and right flow down outside the left and right frame portions 306.

  Then, when the rotating body 305 rotates in the forward and reverse directions, the sphere placed in the recess 307 passes inside the left and right frame portions 306 while being stuck in the recess 307 as shown in FIGS.

  On the other hand, at the position where the arc-shaped surface of the rotator 305 without the recess 307 faces the common specific winning a prize detecting means 301 as shown in FIG. It hits the arcuate surface of the body 305 and is divided into left and right. The balls distributed to the left and right flow down outside the left and right frame portions 306.

(3) First specific prize winning section 303
As shown in FIG. 13, two first specific winning portions 303 are located on the lower side of the distribution means 302 and on the right side in the figure.

  Note that the number of the first specific winning portion 303 is not limited to two.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 15, when the rotating body 305 rotates to the right, the first specific winning portion 303 drops a ball that is stuck in the recess 307.

(4) Second specific prize winning section 304
As shown in FIG. 13, the second specific winning portion 304 is located on the lower side of the distribution means 302 and on the left side in the drawing.

  Note that the number of the second specific winning portions 304 is not limited to two.

Then, as shown in FIG. 16, in the second specific winning portion 304, when the rotating body 305 rotates counterclockwise, the ball stuck in the concave portion 307 falls.
(Common specific winning detection means 310)
The common specific winning detection means 310 includes the following means as shown in FIG.

  The means of the common specific winning detection means 310 is not limited to the following (1) to (2).

(1) First specific winning part detection means 311
Although not shown, the first specific winning portion detection means 311 is for detecting a hit ball that has entered the first specific winning portion 303.

  Then, on condition that the hit ball is detected by the first specific winning portion detection means 311, the first game control means 210 opens the variable winning device 50 from the closed state based on the preset first game condition. Variable to state.

(2) Second specific winning part detection means 312
Although not shown, the second specific winning portion detection means 312 is for detecting a hit ball that has entered the second specific winning portion 304.

Then, on the condition that the hit ball has been detected by the second specific winning portion detection means 312, the third game control means 230 starts the variable display of the symbols displayed on the symbol display device 60, after a predetermined time has passed, Stop the fluctuation display.
(Schematic flow chart of allocation of common specific winning award in FIG. 18)
Next, with reference to FIG. 18, a schematic flowchart of the allocation of the common specific winning a prize opening 300 will be described below.

  First, as shown in FIG. 18, the process proceeds to step S600, where it is determined whether or not the common specific winning opening 300 is a prize.

  Specifically, the game selection means 320 shown in FIG. 12 monitors the detection signal of the common specific prize opening detection means 301.

  If the winning is determined as a result of the determination, as shown in FIG. 18, the process proceeds from step S600 to the next step S610, and a lottery random number is acquired.

  Specifically, lottery random numbers are acquired by the game selection lottery means 321 of the game selection means 320 shown in FIG.

  As the lottery random number, for example, numbers from “0” to “9” are used.

  The lottery random number is not limited to numbers from “0” to “9”.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 18, the process proceeds from step S610 to the next step S620, where it is determined whether or not the lottery random number corresponds to winning 1.

  The winning 1 is, for example, the numbers “3” and “7”.

  The winning 1 is not limited to the numbers “3” and “7”.

  Specifically, the game selection lottery means 321 of the game selection means 320 shown in FIG.

  If the winning 1 is not met, the process proceeds from step S620 to the next step S630 as shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, in the case of winning 1, the process proceeds from step S620 to the next step S621 as shown in FIG. 18, and the right rotation flag is set. Thereafter, the process proceeds from step S621 to the next step S630.

  In step S630, as shown in FIG. 18, it is determined whether the lottery random number corresponds to winning 2.

  The winning 2 is, for example, the numbers “1”, “5”, and “9”.

  Winning 2 is not limited to the numbers “1”, “5”, and “9”.

  Specifically, the game selection lottery means 321 of the game selection means 320 shown in FIG.

  If the winning 2 is not met, the process proceeds from step S630 to the next step S640 as shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, in the case of winning 2, as shown in FIG. 18, the process proceeds from step S630 to the next step S631, and the right half rotation flag is set. Thereafter, the process proceeds from step S631 to the next step S640.

  In step S640, as shown in FIG. 18, symbols corresponding to the lottery are variably displayed.

  Specifically, symbols corresponding to the lottery are variably displayed on the common specific winning opening lottery display means 330 shown in FIG. For example, the acquired lottery random number may be displayed as a number as it is.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 18, the process proceeds from step S640 to the next step S650, where it is determined whether or not the right rotation flag is on.

  Specifically, the determination is made by the game selection means 320 shown in FIG.

  As a result of the determination, if the right rotation flag is off, the process proceeds from step S650 to the next step S660 as shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, when the right rotation flag is ON, as shown in FIG. 18, the process proceeds from step S650 to the next step S651, and as shown by the arrow in FIG. Rotate.

  For example, when the concave portion 307 of the rotating body 305 faces upward as shown in FIG. 13, the sphere that has passed through the common specific winning a prize detecting means 301 can fit into the concave portion 307. Then, the ball stuck in the concave portion 307 falls on the first specific winning portion 303 just before the rotation by 180 degrees, and is detected by the first specific winning portion detecting means 311. For this reason, the first game is started.

  Thereafter, the rotating body 305 further rotates 180 degrees, and the concave portion 307 stops at a position facing upward as shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, when the concave portion 307 of the rotating body 305 faces downward as shown in FIG. 17, even if the rotating body 305 rotates 360 degrees, the concave portion 307 returns to the state facing downward.

  When the concave portion 307 faces downward and the arcuate surface of the rotating body 305 faces upward as shown in FIG. 17, the sphere that has passed through the common specific prize opening detecting means 301 is It hits the arc-shaped surface and is distributed to the left and right. The balls distributed to the left and right pass outside the left and right frame portions 306 and fall into either the first specific winning portion 303 or the second specific winning portion 304.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 18, the process proceeds from step S651 to the next step S660.

  In step S660, as shown in FIG. 18, it is determined whether or not the right half rotation flag is on.

  Specifically, the determination is made by the game selection means 320 shown in FIG.

  As a result of the above determination, if the right half rotation flag is OFF, the process proceeds from step S660 to the next step S670 as shown in FIG. 18, and the rotating body 305 is rotated to the left as shown by the arrow in FIG. Rotate 360 degrees.

  As a result, the sphere caught in the concave portion 307 of the rotating body 305 falls on the second specific winning portion 304 immediately before rotating 180 degrees, and is detected by the second specific winning portion detecting means 312. For this reason, the third game is started. Thereafter, the rotating body 305 further rotates 180 degrees, and the concave portion 307 of the rotating body 305 stops at a position facing upward as shown in FIG.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 18, the process proceeds from step S670 to the next step S680.

  On the other hand, if the right half rotation flag is on in the previous step 660, the process proceeds to the next step S661 as shown in FIG. 18, and the rotator 305 is moved to the right as shown by the arrow in FIG. Rotate 180 degrees to rotation.

  For example, when the concave portion 307 of the rotating body 305 faces upward as shown in FIG. 13, the sphere that has passed through the common specific winning a prize detecting means 301 can fit into the concave portion 307. Then, the ball stuck in the concave portion 307 falls on the first specific winning portion 303 just before the rotation by 180 degrees, and is detected by the first specific winning portion detecting means 311. For this reason, the first game is started.

  Since the rotator 305 rotates 180 degrees and stops, as shown in FIG. 17, the concave portion 307 faces downward and the arcuate surface of the rotator 305 faces upward. For this reason, the sphere that has passed through the common specific prize opening detecting means 301 hits the arc-shaped surface of the rotating body 305 and is distributed to the left and right. The balls distributed to the left and right pass outside the left and right frame portions 306 and fall into either the first specific winning portion 303 or the second specific winning portion 304.

  On the other hand, when the recess 307 of the rotating body 305 faces downward as shown in FIG. 17, when the rotating body 305 rotates 180 degrees, the recess 307 faces upward as shown in FIG.

  After the above processing, as shown in FIG. 18, the process proceeds from step S661 to the next step S680.

In step S680, as shown in FIG. 18, the rotation flag is reset, and then the process ends.
(Third embodiment)
Next, a third embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to FIG.

  The feature of this embodiment is that an obstacle member 400 is arranged in a specific area 81 as shown in FIG.

  The obstacle member 400 includes the following members as shown in FIG.

  The obstacle member 400 is not limited to the following (1) to (2).

(1) Obstacle member 410 for the first identification
As shown in FIG. 19, the first specifying obstacle member 410 faces the first specific area 83 and opens and closes the first specific area 83.

  For example, when the first game is started, the first specific obstacle member 410 that protrudes into the first specific area 83 and prevents the inflow of the hit ball into the first specific area 83 is retracted, and the first specific area 83 is opened and the inflow of the hit ball into the first specific area 83 is allowed.

(2) Second identifying obstacle member 420
As shown in FIG. 19, the second specifying obstacle member 420 faces the second specific area 84 and opens and closes the second specific area 84.

  For example, when the second game (fourth game) is started, the second specific obstacle member 420 that protrudes into the second specific area 84 and prevents the inflow of the hit ball into the second specific area 84 is retracted. The second specific area 84 is opened, and the inflow of the hit ball into the second specific area 84 is allowed.

At this time, the first specifying obstacle member 410 protrudes into the first specifying region 83 and prevents the hit ball from flowing into the first specifying region 83.
(Fourth embodiment)
Next, a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to FIGS.

  The first feature of the present embodiment is that a common specific area 530 common to the first specific area 510 and the second specific area 520 is provided as shown in FIG.

  In other words, after passing through the common specific area 530, it is distributed to either the first specific area 510 or the second specific area 520.

  The second feature of the present embodiment is that an obstacle member 600 is arranged in the specific winning opening 500 as shown in FIG.

  The obstacle member 600 includes the following members as shown in FIG.

  The obstacle member 600 is not limited to the following (1) to (2).

(1) Obstacle member 610 for the first identification
As shown in FIG. 21, the first specifying obstacle member 610 faces the first specific area 510 and opens and closes the first specific area 510.

  For example, when the first game is started, the first specific obstacle member 610 that protrudes into the first specific area 510 and prevents the inflow of the hit ball into the first specific area 510 is retracted, and the first specific area 510 is opened and the inflow of the hit ball into the first specific area 510 is allowed.

(2) Second identifying obstacle member 620
As shown in FIG. 21, the second specifying obstacle member 620 faces the second specific area 520 and opens and closes the second specific area 520.

  For example, when the second game (fourth game) is started, the second specific obstacle member 620 that protrudes into the second specific area 520 and prevents the inflow of the hit ball into the second specific area 520 is retracted. The second specific area 520 is opened, and the inflow of the hit ball into the second specific area 520 is allowed.

  At this time, the first specifying obstacle member 610 protrudes into the first specific area 510 and prevents the inflow of the hit ball into the first specific area 510.

An example of the first embodiment of the present invention is shown, which is a schematic block diagram of a ball game machine. It is a schematic front view of a game board. It is a schematic perspective view of a variable winning device. FIG. 4 is a schematic perspective view corresponding to FIG. 3 and showing an open state of the door. It is a schematic perspective view of a big prize opening. FIG. 6 is a schematic plan view of FIG. 5. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of a normal game state. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of game state determination. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of 1st game control. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of 2nd game (4th game) control. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of 3rd game control. An example of the second embodiment of the present invention is shown, which is a schematic block diagram of a ball game machine. An example of the second embodiment of the present invention is shown, and this figure is a schematic front view showing a symbol display device, a common winning opening, and a variable winning device. It is a schematic front view for demonstrating operation | movement of the common specific winning opening of FIG. It is a schematic front view for demonstrating operation | movement of the common specific winning opening of FIG. It is a schematic front view for demonstrating operation | movement of the common specific winning opening of FIG. It is a schematic front view for demonstrating operation | movement of the common specific winning opening of FIG. An example of the second embodiment of the present invention is shown, and the figure is a schematic flowchart of the allocation of the common specific winning a prize mouth. An example of the third embodiment of the present invention is shown, and the figure is a schematic plan view of a prize winning opening. An example of the fourth embodiment of the present invention is shown, and this figure is a schematic perspective view of a special prize opening. FIG. 21 is a schematic plan view of FIG. 20.

10 Ball game machine 20 Game board
30 First Specific Winning Entrance 31 First Specific Winning Detection Method
40 Second Specific Winning Port 41 Second Specific Winning Detection Method
50 Variable winning device 60 Symbol display device
70 Opening / closing door 71 Drive source
80 Grand Prize Winners 81 Specific Area
82 General winning area 83 First specific area
84 Second specific area 85 Variable winning detection means
86 Specific area hitting detection means 87 First specific area hitting detection means
88 Second specific area hitting ball detection means 90 First game holding ball display means
100 Third game holding ball display means 200 Game control means
210 First game control means 211 First game prohibition means
212 First game parallel processing means 213 First game holding ball counting means
214 First game holding ball storage means 220 Second game control means
221 Second game continuation means 230 Third game control means
231 Third game parallel processing means 232 Third game prohibition means
233 Third game holding ball counting means 234 Third game holding ball storage means
235 Game overlap prevention means 240 Fourth game control means
241 Fourth game continuation means (second embodiment)
300 Common specific prize opening 301 Common specific prize opening detection means
302 Sorting means 303
304 2nd Special Prize Winner 305 Rotating body
306 Frame 307 Recess
310 Common specific winning detection means 311 First specific winning portion detection means
312 Second specific winning part detection means 320 Game selection means
321 Game selection lottery means 330 Common specific winning entrance lottery display means
340 Common specified winning opening holding ball display means 341 First game holding ball display means
342 Third game holding ball display means (third embodiment)
400 Obstacle member 410 Obstacle member for first identification
420 Second identification member (fourth embodiment)
500 Specific area 510 First specific area
520 Second specific area 530 Common specific area
600 Obstacle member 610 First identification obstacle member
620 Second specific obstacle

Claims (1)

The first specific prize opening where the hit ball can win,
First specific winning detection means for detecting a hit ball that has entered the first specific winning opening;
A second specific prize opening where the hit ball can win,
Second specific winning detection means for detecting a hit ball that has entered the second specific winning opening;
A variable winning device that can be changed between an open state in which it is easy to receive a hit ball and a closed state in which it is difficult to receive a hit ball;
Variable winning detection means for detecting a hit ball that has entered the variable winning device;
Among the hit balls that have entered the variable winning device, a specific area hit detection means for detecting a hit ball that has passed a specific area;
A symbol display device capable of variably displaying symbols;
A game for controlling a game connected to the first specific winning detection means, the second specific winning detection means, the variable winning device, the variable winning detection means, the specific area hitting detection means, and the symbol display device, respectively. In a ball game machine comprising a control means,
The game control means includes
First game control means for changing the variable winning device from a closed state to an open state based on a preset first game condition on the condition that a hit ball is detected by the first specific winning detection means. When,
Based on a second game condition set in advance, which is more advantageous than the first game condition, on the condition that a hit ball is detected by the specific area hitting detection means during the first game by the first game control means, Second game control means for changing the variable winning device from the closed state to the open state;
A third game for starting the variable display of the symbol displayed on the symbol display device on the condition that the hit ball is detected by the second specific winning detection means, and stopping the variable display after a predetermined time has elapsed. Control means;
As a result of the third game by the third game control means, the fourth game condition is more advantageous than the first game condition and set equal to the second game, provided that the stopped symbol is in a predetermined mode. Based on the fourth game control means for changing the variable winning device from the closed state to the open state,
In the first game control means,
A first game prohibition means for preventing a new first game from starting during the first game, the second game or the fourth game;
A first game parallel processing means for enabling the first game to be started on the condition that a hit ball is detected by the first specific winning detection means during the third game by the third game control means;
In the third game control means,
A third game holding ball counting means for adding “1” to the count value when the number of hit balls detected by the second specific winning detection means does not reach the upper limit;
Third game holding ball storage means for storing the count value added by the third game holding ball counting means;
A third game prohibition means for preventing the start of the fourth game by not generating a new third game during the second game, the third game, and the fourth game;
The third game prohibition means is:
The third game holding ball count is determined on the condition that the count value by the third game holding ball counting means is determined to remain and the execution of the third game is not prohibited by the third game prohibiting means. "1" is subtracted from the count value by the means, the variable display of the symbol displayed on the symbol display device is started, the variable display is stopped after a predetermined time,
When the third game is prohibited, without subtracting “1” from the count value of the third game holding ball counting means and without shifting to the third game control by the third game control means , And finish the process of determining the start of the third game,
In the third game control means,
Based on the first game when the first game is performed by the first game parallel processing means after the start of the variable display of the symbols displayed on the symbol display device, and the second game based on the first game is generated. Third game parallel processing means is provided for extending the time from the start of symbol change to the end of change of the third game so that the symbol change based on the third game stops and the fourth game starts after the end of the second game. A ball game machine characterized by

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