JP2011050652A - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a means for easily changing an adjustment of a passing ratio of a specific area arranged in a distribution device without requiring considerable man-hours and changing the passing ratio of the specific area without executing an accessory adjustment (structure change or the like) triggered by a prescribed condition, in a Pachinko game machine deciding a big winning by a distribution. <P>SOLUTION: The Pachinko game machine is constituted so as to regularly displace a first movable object to be a point of a distribution to a specific area into a first state (a position state advantageous for a player) and a second state (a position state disadvantageous for a player) after a small winning symbol stops, to select a waiting time from when the small winning symbol stops until a distribution device becomes an open state from a plurality of patterns based on the small winning symbol, and to set the waiting time to be timing of not passing the specific area even when a game ball enters into the distribution device resulting from the stop of the small winning symbol, as for at least one of the plurality of small winning symbols (special modes). <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&INPIT

Description

  In the present invention, when a game ball enters a specific area in the allocating means at the time of a special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) that is executed when the identification information is stopped in a predetermined mode, The present invention relates to a pachinko gaming machine that shifts to a special game (bonus) that is advantageous to the user.

  A conventional pachinko gaming machine called the second type has a start opening and a variable winning opening having a specific area inside in the game area. Then, the variable winning opening is opened and closed for a predetermined number of times or for a predetermined time based on the entrance to the starting opening (hereinafter, this operation may be referred to as a “big hit transition opportunity grant game”). When a ball passes a specific area in the variable prize opening, a bonus game (special game) is executed for a predetermined number of unit games in which the variable prize opening or a variable prize opening provided separately from the ball is opened (or opened / closed) under a predetermined condition. ). In this way, compared to the first type, the game content that determines the big hit by mechanical distribution, so in recent years, compared to the first type, the number of models and the number of installed devices are also decreasing No, it is still very popular.

  Furthermore, recently, a so-called small hit development jackpot type pachinko gaming machine that has achieved the conventional second type of game in spite of the conventional first type of game content has appeared. The contents of this game will be described. Like the conventional first-class pachinko gaming machine, the identification information such as special symbols fluctuates based on the game ball entering the start port. And when the said identification information stops in a predetermined aspect, a variable prize opening is open | released similarly to the conventional 1st type pachinko gaming machine. However, the difference from the conventional type 1 gaming machine is that, in general, most of them are small hits (small hits where the ball can hardly be expected), and the small hits are the above-mentioned conventional second type pachinko machines. The game machine has a function corresponding to “a jackpot transition opportunity grant game”. In other words, when a game ball that has entered the variable winning opening at the time of the jackpot transition granting game enters a specific area in the variable winning opening, it is ranked up to the jackpot that can win the ball from the small win is there.

Here, the factors that determine the ease of hitting the jackpot are the frequency of entering the start opening located in the game area (for example, the configuration of the nail, the position and shape of the start opening), and the entrance to the start opening. Frequency of entering the ball-based sorting device (for example, the structure of the nail, position and shape of the honey, number of times of opening and closing, time, etc.), frequency of sorting the game ball that has entered the sorting device into a specific area (For example, the structure and operation of the accessory in the sorting apparatus, the position and size of the specific area, etc.). Among these, the distribution frequency of a game ball that has entered the distribution device to a specific area is an element directly related to the interest of the game in the gaming machine that determines the jackpot by such distribution. In the machine design, it is also the place where most efforts are made to adjust the jackpot frequency.
JP 2001-314583 A JP-A-2005-118256

  However, the pass rate of the specific area is changed by adjusting the distribution frequency of the game balls that have entered the distribution device to the specific area, such as design changes to gaming machines with different specifications and design changes during development. In some cases, a great amount of man-hours are required. Accordingly, the present invention provides a pachinko gaming machine that can easily change the adjustment of the passing rate of a specific area arranged in the sorting device without requiring a large number of man-hours in a pachinko gaming machine that determines a jackpot by sorting. The primary purpose is to provide it.

  Furthermore, in a gaming machine that determines a jackpot by such distribution, when trying to construct a situation that is advantageous for the player (for example, after a jackpot) triggered by a predetermined condition, the internal state is changed. A method has been proposed in which the structure of an accessory arranged in the apparatus is changed to make it easier to enter a specific area. However, in this method, since the difference in state is visualized due to the change or movement of the accessory, it is not interesting for the player. Therefore, the present invention provides a means for changing a passing rate of a specific area without performing an accessory adjustment (structure change, etc.) triggered by a predetermined condition in a pachinko gaming machine that determines a jackpot by distribution. Second purpose.

The present invention (1) includes a sorting body (sorting device 2330) having a specific area (specific area 2333) therein,
A pachinko gaming machine having special game control means (special game control means 1170) that shifts to a special game advantageous to a player when a game ball enters a specific area (specific area 2333) under a predetermined condition. ,
The sorting body (sorting device 2330)
It is a member that can be opened and closed, and in the open state, a game ball existing in the game area can be introduced into the sorting body (sorting device 2330), while in the closed state, it exists in the game area. An opening / closing member (honey member 2331) incapable of introducing the game ball into the sorting body (sorting device 2330);
Opening / closing member driving means (honey member opening / closing driving means 2331a) for opening / closing the opening / closing member (honey member 2331);
An opening / closing member driving control means (honey member opening / closing control means 1165b) for controlling opening / closing of the opening / closing member driving means (honey member opening / closing driving means 2331a);
A member that is disposed upstream of a specific region (specific region 2333) in the distribution body and can be regularly displaced in a first state and a second state, and when the game ball is in the first state, A first movable object (rotating body 2335) in which the game ball is easily guided to a specific area (specific area 2333) as compared to the case of the second state when reaching the member;
First movable object displacing means (rotating body driving means 2335a) for executing displacement of the first movable object (rotating body 2335);
First movable object displacement control means (rotary body displacement control means 1165c) for controlling the displacement of the first movable object displacement means (rotary body drive means 2335a);
Pachinko machines
A first main game side start port (first special figure start port 2210, second special figure start port 2220) into which a game ball can enter;
First main game side identification information display section (first special figure display section 2131, second special figure display section) capable of variably displaying and stopping display of first main game side identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol) 2231),
First main game side random number acquisition for acquiring a first main game side random number based on a game ball entering a first main game side start port (first special figure start port 2210, second special figure start port 2110) Means (random number acquisition determination execution means 1120);
First main game side identification information display content determination means (first special figure) for determining stop identification information of the first main game side identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol) based on the first main game side random number Content determining means 1141, second special figure content determining means 1142),
According to the display content determined by the first main game side identification information display content determination means (first special figure content determination means 1141, second special figure content determination means 1142), the first main game side identification information display section (first After the first main game side identification information (the first special symbol and the second special symbol) is displayed on the special figure display part 2131 and the second special figure display part 2231) for a predetermined time, the first main game side identification information (first Pachinko having first main game side identification information display control means (first special figure control means 1151 and second special figure control means 1152) for controlling to display stop identification information of one special symbol and second special symbol) A gaming machine,
The opening / closing drive control means (honey member opening / closing control means 1165b) is provided with an opening / closing member (honey member 2331) when the stop identification information of the first main game side identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol) is in a predetermined mode. ) Is controlled to drive from the closed state to the open state, and the open / close member drive means (honey member open / close drive means 2331a) is controlled.
The special game control means (special game control means 1170) indicates that the opening / closing member is in the open state when the stop identification information of the first main game side identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol) is in a predetermined mode. When a game ball that has entered the distribution body (distribution device 2330) enters a specific area (specific area 2333), the pachinko gaming machine is configured to shift to a special game advantageous to the player. In
The first movable object displacement control means (rotating body displacement control means 1165c) immediately after the first main game side identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol) stops in the predetermined mode. (Rotating body driving means 2335a) is controlled to start the displacement of the first movable object (rotating body 2335) at the default position,
The opening / closing drive control means (honey member opening / closing drive means 2331a)
The waiting time from when the first main game side identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol) is stopped in the predetermined mode to when the opening / closing member (honey member 2331) is driven from the closed state to the open state is determined. Standby time determining means (standby time determining means 1165a)
In addition,
The waiting time determining means (waiting time determining means 1165a) is a first main game determined by the first main game side identification information display content determining means (first special figure content determining means 1141, second special figure content determining means 1142). In addition to determining one waiting time from a plurality of patterns based on the predetermined mode that is stop identification information of the game side identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol), the first main game side identification information display There are a plurality of stop identification information of the first main game side identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol) determined by the content determining means (the first special figure content determining means 1141, the second special figure content determining means 1142). In the case of a special mode that is at least one of the predetermined modes, a game ball that has entered the distribution body when the opening / closing member (honey member 2331) is changed from the closed state to the open state after the waiting time has elapsed First movable object ( Upon reaching rotary body 2335), a pachinko game machine, wherein a first movable object (the rotator 2335) determines the waiting time as in the second state.

The present invention (2)
A member provided in a first starting port (second special drawing starting port 2110) that can take an open state and a closed state, and the game ball is first started in the open state as compared to the closed state A variable member that is easy to enter the mouth (second special figure start opening 2110) (tulip of the second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112),
Variable member opening / closing drive means (second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112) for opening and closing a variable member (tulip of the second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112);
Auxiliary game side start port (common figure start port 2410) in which a game ball can enter,
Auxiliary game side identification information display unit (ordinary diagram display unit 2421) capable of variably displaying and stopping the auxiliary game side identification information (ordinary symbol),
Acquires the auxiliary game side random number related to the open state driving of the variable member (the tulip of the second special figure start port electric accessory 2112) based on the game ball entering the auxiliary game side start port (the general figure start port 2410) Auxiliary game side random number acquisition means (ordinary random number acquisition determination execution means 1123),
An auxiliary game side identification information display content determination means (common figure content determination means 1143) for determining stop identification information of the auxiliary game side identification information (ordinary symbol) based on the auxiliary game side random number;
In accordance with the display content determined by the auxiliary game side identification information display content determination means (common figure content determination means 1143), the auxiliary game side identification information display part (normal figure display part 2421) displays the auxiliary game side identification information (ordinary symbol). Auxiliary game side identification information display control means (common figure control means 1154) for controlling to display stop identification information after the fluctuation display for a predetermined time,
When the stop identification information of the auxiliary game side identification information (ordinary symbol) is in a predetermined form, variable member drive control means (for controlling the drive so that the variable member (second special figure start port electric accessory 2112) is opened) Electric Chu open / close control means 1160),
After the special game is finished, the variable member (the tulip of the second special figure starting port electric accessory 2112) can be relatively opened compared to the auxiliary game side normal game state, and can shift to the auxiliary game side specific game state. Auxiliary game side specific game transition control means (specific game control means 1180),
The first main game side identification information display content determination means (first special figure content determination means 1141) is different in frequency between the auxiliary game side normal game state and the auxiliary game side specific game state, and the first main game side identification information ( The pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (1), wherein the predetermined mode is determined as stop identification information of the first special symbol.

The present invention (3)
A member provided in a first starting port (second special drawing starting port 2110) that can take an open state and a closed state, and the game ball is first started in the open state as compared to the closed state A variable member that is easy to enter the mouth (second special figure start opening 2110) (tulip of the second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112),
Variable member opening / closing drive means (second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112) for opening and closing a variable member (tulip of the second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112);
Auxiliary game side start port (common figure start port 2410) in which a game ball can enter,
Auxiliary game side identification information display unit (ordinary diagram display unit 2421) capable of variably displaying and stopping the auxiliary game side identification information (ordinary symbol),
Acquires the auxiliary game side random number related to the open state driving of the variable member (the tulip of the second special figure start port electric accessory 2112) based on the game ball entering the auxiliary game side start port (the general figure start port 2410) Auxiliary game side random number acquisition means (ordinary random number acquisition determination execution means 1123),
An auxiliary game side identification information display content determination means (common figure content determination means 1143) for determining stop identification information of the auxiliary game side identification information (ordinary symbol) based on the auxiliary game side random number;
In accordance with the display content determined by the auxiliary game side identification information display content determination means (common figure content determination means 1143), the auxiliary game side identification information display part (normal figure display part 2421) displays the auxiliary game side identification information (ordinary symbol). Auxiliary game side identification information display control means (common figure control means 1154) for controlling to display stop identification information after the fluctuation display for a predetermined time,
When the stop identification information of the auxiliary game side identification information (ordinary symbol) is in a predetermined form, variable member drive control means (for controlling the drive so that the variable member (second special figure start port electric accessory 2112) is opened) Electric Chu open / close control means 1160),
After the special game is finished, the variable member (the tulip of the second special figure starting port electric accessory 2112) can be relatively opened compared to the auxiliary game side normal game state, and can shift to the auxiliary game side specific game state. Auxiliary game side specific game transition control means (specific game control means 1180),
Here, as the auxiliary game side specific game state, there is at least a first auxiliary game side specific game state and a second auxiliary game side specific game state,
The first main game side identification information display content determination means (first special figure content determination means 1141) is different in frequency between the first auxiliary game side specific game state and the second auxiliary game side specific game state. The pachinko gaming machine according to the invention (1), wherein the predetermined mode is determined as stop identification information of side identification information (first special symbol).

  Here, the meaning of each term in the claims and the specification will be described. First, “entering a ball” includes not only a case where a winning ball is paid out, but also a case where the player enters a “through chucker” or a “sorting device” where no winning ball is paid out. “Regularly displaced” means periodically displaced. Here, the “displacement” is not particularly limited as long as it is a displacement that changes state, and includes, for example, changing the size in addition to forward / backward and left / right movement, rotation and revolution. The “identification information” is not particularly limited as long as it is visually recognizable, and may include, for example, numbers, letters, symbols, etc. (for example, special symbols in the main game and normal in the auxiliary game) In the case of symbols and side games, decorative symbols and blank symbols). “Random number” is a random number (game content determination random number) used in a lottery (a lottery by an electronic computer) for determining some game content in a pachinko game machine. For example, a so-called “ “Basic random numbers”, specifically, “Winning random numbers” related to special game transition opportunity grant games and special game transitions, “Fluctuation mode determination random numbers” for determining the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol, A “symbol determined random number” for determining a stop symbol, a “successed symbol determined random number” for determining whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, a probability variation game) after a special game, and the like can be given. It is not necessary to use all these random numbers when determining the contents of the variation mode, the contents of the definite identification information, and the like, and it is sufficient to use at least one random number that is the same or different from each other. In addition, in the claims and the present specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of a random number or a plurality of random numbers. ) Is called a random number (ie, in the above example, a random number bundle of winning random number + variation mode determining random number + design determining random number... ). Further, for example, a kind of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another kind of random number (for example, a symbol determination random number).

  According to the present invention (1), after the small hit symbol is stopped, the first movable object serving as a point to be allocated to the specific area is changed to the first state (positional state advantageous to the player) and the second state (game). In addition to selecting a plurality of patterns for the waiting time from when the small hitting symbol stops to when the sorting device is in the open state, a plurality of patterns are selected based on the small hitting symbol. For at least one of the small hit symbols (special aspect), even if a game ball enters the sorting device due to the stop of the small hit symbol, the standby time is set so as not to pass through the specific area. As a result, by adjusting the appearance frequency of special modes, it is possible to change the pass rate of a specific area without performing an accessory adjustment (structure change, etc.). It is possible to easily perform a design change in the middle of change and development, an effect that since the different states changes beneficial state for the player can be easily achieved is possible to provide a novel game.

  According to the present invention (2), in addition to the effects described above, when the auxiliary gaming side gaming state (auxiliary gaming side normal gaming state / auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state) is different, the selection frequency of the special mode is different as a small winning symbol Since it is configured as described above, there is an effect that it is possible to provide a variety of playability by combining the ease of entering the first start opening and the ease of entering the specific area. . Specifically, the following four types are assumed. First, as the first gaming property, when “auxiliary gaming side gaming state = normal gaming state” and “special mode selection frequency = small”, it is difficult to enter the first starting port, but the first starting port When a game ball enters the sorting apparatus after entering the ball, it is easy to flow into a specific area. In addition, as the second game, when “auxiliary game side game state = normal game state” and “special mode selection frequency = high”, it is difficult to enter the first start port and enter the first start port. Even when a game ball enters the sorting device after being balled, it is difficult to flow into the specific area. In addition, as a third game, when “auxiliary game side game state = specific game state” and “special mode selection frequency = low”, it is easy to enter the first start port and enter the first start port. Even if a game ball enters the sorting device after the ball, it is easy to flow into the specific area. Finally, as the fourth gaming property, when “auxiliary gaming side gaming state = specific gaming state” and “special mode selection frequency = high”, it is easy to enter the first starting port, but the first starting port When a game ball enters the sorting apparatus and enters the sorting device, it is difficult to flow into the specific area. Therefore, for example, when transitioning from the fourth gaming property to the first gaming property, that is, the auxiliary gaming side gaming state is a specific gaming state (that is, a state in which a gaming ball easily enters the first gaming side starting port). In a situation where there is a holding ball due to the fact that the game state is shifted to the normal gaming state, the passing rate of the specific area is X times as many as the number of the holding ball. Can be built.

  According to the present invention (3), in addition to the above effects, when the auxiliary gaming side gaming state (first auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state / second auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state) is different, a special feature as a small hit symbol Since the selection frequency is different, it is possible to provide a wide variety of playability by combining the ease of entering the first starting port and the ease of entering the specific area. There is an effect. For example, “the number of continuations of the first auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state> the number of continuations of the second auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state” and “the selection frequency of the special mode in the first auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state> the second auxiliary gaming side In the case of the “specific mode selection frequency in the specific game state”, in the first auxiliary game side specific game state, the number of distributions (number of lotteries) by the distribution device increases, but the passing rate of the specific area is low. On the other hand, in the second auxiliary game side specific game state, the game performance is such that the number of distributions (number of lotteries) by the distribution device is small, but the passing rate of the specific area is high. Also, “the number of continuations of the first auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state> the number of continuations of the second auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state” and “the frequency of selection of the special mode in the first auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state <second auxiliary gaming side In the case of “selection frequency of special mode in specific game state”, in the first auxiliary game side specific game state, the number of times of allocation (number of lotteries) by the allocation device increases and the passing rate of the specific area is high. On the other hand, in the second auxiliary game side specific game state, the game is such that the number of times of allocation (number of lotteries) by the allocation device is small and the passing rate of the specific area is also low.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an enlarged view of a distribution device for a pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 3 is an operation diagram of the rotating body of the sorting apparatus according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 4 is an operation diagram of the stopper member according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 5 is an operation diagram of the distribution device for the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 6 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a functional block diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 8 is a main flowchart on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of random number acquisition processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 10 is a flowchart of normal symbol random number acquisition processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 11 is a flowchart of special symbol random number acquisition processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 12 is a flowchart of electric chew drive determination processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the symbol display process / special game (big hit) operating condition determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of fraud detection processing on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of special symbol display processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of special symbol variation start condition satisfaction determination processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the special figure specific game end determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the special game (big hit) operating condition determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of special game control processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of a special game transition opportunity granting game (small hit) control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of a special game (big hit) control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the end of the special game on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 23 is a main flowchart on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of decorative symbol display content determination processing on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of display control processing during special game transition opportunity granting game on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the special game display control processing on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 28 is a timing chart showing the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (specific region entry possible timing). FIG. 29 is a timing chart showing the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (specific area inaccessible timing). FIG. 30 is a timing chart showing the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (during fraudulent acts). FIG. 31 is an enlarged view of a distribution device for a pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode (modified example) of the present invention. FIG. 32 is an example of a stop symbol determination table or the like in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode (second mode) of the present invention. FIG. 33 is an example of a stop symbol determination table or the like in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode (second mode) of the present invention. FIG. 34 is a timing chart showing the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode (second mode) of the present invention (highly expected frequency several times immediately after the end of time reduction).

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

  The best mode below is a model in which two conventional first-class pachinko machines (with small hit development) are mixed. This form is the best form to the last. The place and function where each means exists, the order of each step for various processes, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for each step, etc. However, the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments. In addition, in this specification, when a game ball enters a specific area instead of expecting a ball to be almost missed, the game moves to a jackpot where a ball can be expected. Is defined as “special game transition opportunity grant game”, and what is generally called a “hit” that can be expected to be played is defined as “special game”. On the other hand, according to the rules at the time of filing this application, the “special game transition opportunity granting game” in this specification is regarded as a part of the “special game” (first round). It should be noted that there are differences.

  Here, before describing each component, the characteristics (outline) of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

  First, the basic structure of the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to FIG. Pachinko machines are mainly composed of a gaming machine frame and a gaming board. Hereinafter, these will be described in order.

  First, the gaming machine frame of the pachinko gaming machine includes an outer frame 102, a front frame 104, a transparent plate 106, a door 108, an upper ball dish 110, a lower ball dish 112, and a launch handle 116. First, the outer frame 102 is a frame for fixing the pachinko gaming machine to a position where it should be installed. The front frame 104 is a frame body aligned with the opening portion of the outer frame 102, and is attached to the outer frame 102 so as to be openable and closable via a hinge mechanism (not shown). The front frame 104 includes a mechanism for launching a game ball, a mechanism for detachably storing a game board, a mechanism for guiding or collecting the game ball, and the like. The transparent plate 106 is made of glass or the like and is supported by the door 108. The door 108 is attached to the front frame 104 through a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. The upper ball tray 110 has mechanisms for storing game balls, sending out the game balls to the launch rail, and extracting the game balls to the lower ball tray 112. The lower ball tray 112 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. Further, a speaker 114 is provided between the upper ball tray 110 and the lower ball tray 112, and a sound effect corresponding to the gaming state or the like is output.

  Next, in the game board, a game area 120 partitioned by an outer rail 122 and an inner rail 124 is formed. The game area 120 includes a plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown), various general winning holes, a sorting device 2330, a first special figure start port 2210, a second special figure start port 2110, A start opening 2410, a first grand prize opening 2120, a second big prize opening 2220, a first special symbol display device 2130, a second special symbol display device 2230, an effect display device 2310, a normal symbol display device 2420, and an out port 142 is set up. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

  First, the distribution device 2330 is a winning opening (functioning as a distribution device) corresponding to the main game that is opened as “small hit” when the special symbol stops at “small hit symbol”. Here, FIG. 2 is an enlarged view of the sorting device 2330. The distribution device 2330 is a member that can be opened and closed. When the game device is in the open state, the game ball can enter the distribution device 2330, while in the closed state, the game ball can be inserted into the distribution device 2330. Has a honey member 2331 configured to be unable to enter the ball, and a honey member opening / closing drive means (solenoid) 2331a for driving the opening / closing of the honey member 2331. Note that the sorting device 2330 is configured so as not to be able to enter the sorting device 2330 without using the honey member 2331a. Furthermore, the sorting device 2330 includes a ball entry detection device (sensor) 2332 for detecting a game ball that has entered the sorting device 2330. All game balls that have entered through the honey member 2331 pass through this entrance detection device 2332. Next, the allocating device 2330 has a specific area 2333 and a normal area 2334 provided inside the allocating apparatus 2330, and a specific area winning detection device 2333a for detecting a game ball entering the specific area 2333. And a normal area winning detection device 2334a for detecting a game ball entering the normal area 2334. In the best mode, when a game ball enters the sorting device, the game ball passes through either the specific region winning detection device or the normal region winning detection device. It is determined that the game ball has been ejected from the sorting device. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and detection means (for example, a sensor) for confirming discharge from the sorting device may be provided further downstream of the specific area winning detection apparatus and the normal area winning detection apparatus. In the present best mode, both the specific area winning detection device and the normal area winning detection device are provided. However, the normal area winning detection device does not necessarily have to exist. The above configuration is basically the same as that of a conventional pachinko gaming machine.

  Next, the sorting device 2330 includes a rotating body 2335 provided upstream of the specific area 2333 and the normal area 2334, and rotating body driving means (stepping motor) 2335a (not shown) for changing the position of the rotating body 2335. ). Here, as shown in the upper part of FIG. 3, the rotating body 2335 has a default position {FIG. 3 (a)} that is a stop position when the small hit is not executed, and a game that has reached the rotating body 2335 from upstream. The first position where the ball is easily guided to the normal area 2334 {FIG. 3B}, and the second position where the game ball that has reached the rotating body 2335 from the upstream is easily guided to the specific area 2333 {FIG. 3C}. Then, the position can be changed to the third position {FIG. 3 (d)} where the game ball that has reached the rotating body 2335 from the upstream is easily guided to the normal area 2334. And the solid line arrow part in a figure is the "first state" which is easy to enter a specific area, and the dotted line arrow part in a figure is a "second state" where it is difficult to enter a specific area. Here, the lower timing chart of FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a state in which the position of the rotating body 2335 changes from the default position and the first position to the third position. As shown in the lower part of FIG. 3, the rotating body 2335 starts to change from the default position at the time of a small hit (just after the special symbol stops at the small hit symbol), and is regularly displaced during the change. In addition, the displacement mode of the sorting apparatus shown in the best mode is merely an example, as long as it regularly displaces into a “first state” where it is easy to enter a specific area and a “second state” where it is difficult to enter a specific area. It is not limited to this.

  Furthermore, the sorting device 2330 includes a stopper member 2336 provided upstream of the rotating body 2335 and stopper member driving means (solenoid) 2336a for changing the position of the stopper member 2336. Here, as shown in FIG. 4, the stopper member 2336 is a default position when the small hit is not executed and is a position that prevents the game ball from moving to the rotating body 2335 side when the small hit is executed. It is possible to change the position between one position {FIG. 4 (a)} and a second position {FIG. 4 (b)} that is a position where the game ball can move to the rotating body 2335 side at the time of small hitting execution. it can. Here, the lower timing chart of FIG. 4 is a diagram showing how the position of the stopper member 2336 changes from the default position (first position) to the second position. As shown in the lower part of FIG. 4, the stopper member 2336 starts to change from the default position at the time of a small hit (immediately after the opening of the honey member 2331), and is regularly displaced during the change.

  Here, FIG. 5A is a diagram showing a state where a game ball enters the normal area 2334 at the time of a small hit and does not make a big hit, and FIG. 5B is a case of a small hit. FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a state where a game ball enters a specific area 2333 and is a big hit. As shown in FIG. 5A, first, after the special symbol stops at the small hit symbol, the honey member 2331 is opened for a predetermined time. Then, while the honey member 2331 is open, a plurality of game balls flowing down the game area 120 enter the sorting device 2330 via the honey member 2331. Here, among the plurality of game balls that have entered, one ball is held by the stopper member 2336 (first position), and the remaining balls enter the normal area 2334 below. Thereafter, the stopper member 2336 is displaced from the first position to the second position to release the holding state of the game ball, and the game ball falls to the rotating body 2335 side arranged downstream. When the game ball falls on the rotating body 2335, the rotating body 2335 is in a state of being temporarily stopped at the third position (second state), so the game ball moves along the guide path in the rotating body 2335. To enter the right normal area 2334. On the other hand, the case of a big hit will be described. It is basically the same as FIG. 5A, but as shown in FIG. 5B, the stopper member 2336 is displaced from the first position to the second position. When the holding state of the game ball is released and the game ball falls on the rotary body 2335, the rotary body 2335 is in a state of being temporarily stopped at the second position (first state), and therefore the game ball is rotated. A specific area 2333 is entered through a guide path in the body 2335.

  Next, components other than the sorting device 2330 will be described with reference to FIG. 1 again. First, the first special figure starting port 2210 is installed as a starting winning port corresponding to the first game. As a specific configuration, the first special figure start opening 2210 includes a first special figure start opening entrance detection device 2211. Here, the first special figure starting port entrance detection device 2211 is a sensor for detecting the entrance of a game ball into the first special figure starting port 2210, and the first special figure start indicating the entrance at the time of entering the ball. The entrance ball information is generated.

  Next, the second special figure starting port 2110 is installed as a starting winning port corresponding to the second game. Specifically, the second special figure start opening 2110 includes a second special figure start opening entrance detecting device 2111, a second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112, and a second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112. And a second special figure starter electric accessory solenoid 2112a for opening and closing the motor. Here, the second special figure start opening entrance detection device 2111 is a sensor for detecting the entrance of the game ball into the second special figure start opening 2110, and the second special figure start indicating the entrance at the time of entry. The entrance ball information is generated. Next, the second special figure starting port electric accessory 2112 is changed to a closed state in which the game ball is difficult to win in the second special figure start port 2110 and an open state in which the game ball is easier to win than the normal state.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 1, the first special figure starting port 2210 and the second special figure starting port 2110 are arranged in a position overlapping vertically, and the presence of the first special figure starting port 2210 is normal. As a result, the upper part of the second special figure starting port 2110 is closed. Then, as will be described later, during normal gaming, the second special figure starting port 2110 is configured so that almost no gaming ball enters.

  In the best mode, the electric accessory is provided on the second special view starting port side. However, the electric accessory may be provided on the first starting port side. Furthermore, you may comprise so that an electrically-driven accessory may not be provided. Furthermore, in this best mode, the first special figure starting port and the second special figure starting port are arranged so as to overlap each other, but the present invention is not limited to this. May be provided separately. For example, you may comprise so that the entrance ratio of a 1st special figure starting port and a 2nd special figure starting port may become substantially the same.

  Next, the general-purpose start opening 2410 includes a general-purpose start opening entrance detection device 2411. Here, the general-purpose entrance entrance detection device 2411 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the general-purpose entrance 2410, and generates general-use entrance entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entry. To do. In addition, the entrance of the game ball into the normal figure starting port 2410 is to expand the second special figure starting port electric accessory 2112 of the second special figure starting port 2110.

  Next, the first big prize opening 2120 and the second big prize opening 2220 are (1) when the first special symbol or the second special symbol stops at the big hit symbol, and (2) the special symbol stops at the small hit symbol. As a result, when the honey member 2331 of the sorting device 2330 is in the open state, when the game ball that has entered the sorting device 2330 passes through the specific area 2333, it is in the open state as a jackpot. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, which is formed in a square shape and located at the upper left (upper right) of the out port 142. As a specific configuration, the first grand prize opening 2120 (second grand prize opening 2220) includes a first big prize opening prize detection device 2121 (second big prize opening prize detection device) for detecting a game ball entry. 2221), the first grand prize opening electric accessory 2122 (second big prize opening electric combination 2222), and the first big prize opening electric combination 2122 (second big prize opening electric combination 2222). Of the first big prize opening electric combination solenoid 2122a (second big prize opening electric combination solenoid 2222a). Here, the first grand prize winning prize detection device 2121 (second big prize winning prize winning detection device 2221) is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first big prize winning opening 2120 (second big prize winning opening 2220). The first big winning opening entrance information (second big winning opening entering information) indicating the entering at the time of entering is generated. The first grand prize opening electric role 2122 (second big prize opening electric role 2222) is a game in which the game ball cannot enter the first big prize opening 2120 (second big prize opening 2220) or is difficult to win. The first big prize opening 2120 (second big prize opening 2220) is changed to an open state where the ball is easy to win. In this best mode, there are two special winning openings. However, a special game based on the first game and a special game based on the second game may be executed with a single special winning opening. Further, although the distribution device 2330 and the special winning opening are configured to be separated from each other, the present invention is not limited to this, and the distribution device and the special winning opening are configured as a single member as in the conventional type 2 gaming machine. May be.

  Next, the first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230) performs variable display and stop display of the first special symbol (second special symbol) corresponding to the first game (second game). . Specifically, the first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230) includes a first special symbol display unit 2131 (second special symbol display unit 2231) and a first special symbol display unit 2132. (Second special figure hold display unit 2232). Here, the first special figure hold display part 2132 (second special figure hold display part 2232) is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps is a random number related to the first game (second game). Corresponds to the number of reservations (the number of changes in special symbols that have not been executed). The first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230) is composed of, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the first special symbol (second special symbol) has 10 types of “0” to “9”. The number and the “−” of the loss are displayed.

  Since the first special symbol (second special symbol) does not necessarily have an effect role, in the best mode, the size of the first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230) is It is set to be inconspicuous. However, in the case of adopting a technique in which the first decorative symbol (second decorative symbol) is not displayed by giving the first special symbol (second special symbol) itself a directing role, an effect display device to be described later You may comprise so that a 1st special symbol (2nd special symbol) may be displayed on a liquid crystal display like 2310. FIG.

  Next, the effect display device 2310 displays the progress status of the game at the time of the small hit game, and also displays the change display of the effect image including the decorative symbols that change and stop in conjunction with the first special symbol and the second special symbol. And stop display. Here, as an example of the progress of the game at the time of the small hit game, the indication “V chance” at the start of the small hit game, the game ball that entered at the small hit game has passed the specific area 2333 In this case, “V zone winning a prize! Congratulations to the jackpot”, and “Sorry! Next expectation!” In the case where the game ball entered at the time of the small hit game does not pass the specific area 2333 may be mentioned. it can. Here, as a specific configuration, the effect display device 2310 includes a drawing display unit 2311 and a drawing hold display unit 2312. Here, the figure display unit 2311 displays, for example, a plurality of rows of moving images of decorative symbol variations simulating a slot machine game in the center area of the screen. The effect display device 2310 is configured by a liquid crystal display in the best mode, but may be configured by other display means such as a mechanical drum or LED. Next, the drawing hold display unit 2312 is composed of four lamps, and the lamps are linked with a special design hold lamp.

  Next, the normal symbol display device 2420 performs normal symbol variation display and stop display. As a specific configuration, the normal symbol display device 2420 includes a general map display unit 2421 and a general map hold display unit 2422. Here, the universal symbol hold display unit 2422 is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps corresponds to the number of normal symbol fluctuations held (the number of normal symbol fluctuations not executed).

  Finally, the game effect lamp 190 is provided in the game area 120 or an area other than the game area 120 and plays a role of effect by blinking or the like.

  Next, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and in particular controls overall gaming operations such as lottery when entering the first special figure starting port 2210 (second special figure starting port 2110) (ie, game For the main control device (main board) 1000 for performing control directly related to the profits of the player, and for performing display control for various effects and information notification on the drawing display unit 2311 for adding interest to the game content Control means (sub-board) 2320, an effect display device 2310 for displaying an effect that enhances the fun of the game, and the prize ball tank 212, the prize ball rail 214, and the prize ball tank 212 according to the prize winning to each prize opening A prize ball payout mechanism (set base) 210 including a payout unit 216 for paying out supplied game balls to the upper ball tray 110, and a prize ball payout control device 3000 for controlling a payout operation by the payout unit 216. , A launching device 232 that launches game balls (storage balls) of the upper ball tray 110 to the gaming area 120 one by one, a launch control board 230 that controls the launching operation of the launching device 232, and power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine A power supply unit 290 to be supplied, a power switch 292 that is a switch for turning on / off the power of the pachinko gaming machine, and the like are provided on the back surface of the front frame 104 (on the opposite side to the game side).

  Next, various functions of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, the main control device 1000 includes a game peripheral device 2000 related to a game, a prize ball payout control device 3000 that performs payout control of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control device 1000, and various fraudulent activities. A fraud detection means 4000 (for example, a vibration sensor, a magnetic sensor, a radio wave sensor) capable of detecting a magnet, radio wave, CR goto) and a game by receiving game-related information such as game information and fraud information from the gaming machine side. It is connected to a hall computer H that manages the situation so that information can be transmitted. In addition, although not shown, various game effect lamps 190 (for example, side lamps), a speaker 114, and the like are also electrically connected. The main controller 1000 and the like are configured by hardware such as ROM and RAM for storing data and programs, and elements such as a CPU used for arithmetic processing. In the following description, each means included in the main controller 1000 may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000). For example, in the best mode, the main controller 1000 is provided with a payout control function. However, the main controller 1000 may be configured to be provided in the prize ball payout controller 3000, for example. Similarly, each means included in the peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000) may be configured to be mounted on the main controller 1000. The details of each means (device) will be described below.

  First, the main control device 1000 includes a game control means 1100 that controls the main game (first game, second game, special game), auxiliary game, and general game, and various game information {e.g. , Stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information (for example, time reduction variation big hit, small hit, loss), information on the variation mode (for example, variation time), waiting time information until a special game transition opportunity grant game is executed , Information transmission means 1300 for transmitting various information at the time of a special game transition opportunity grant game, special game start signal / status information / end signal, hold information, etc., and winning of game balls at various winning openings Prize ball payout determining means 1400 for controlling the prize ball payout control device 3000 so as to pay out predetermined prize balls.

  Here, the game control means 1100 determines whether or not each random number can be acquired by determining whether or not each ball can be acquired, and whether or not the ball determination means 1110 determines whether the game ball flows into each ball entrance (starting port, etc.). Random number acquisition determination execution means 1120 for acquiring each random number, a hold control means 1130 for temporarily storing a ball entering each start port during a variable display as a hold ball within an upper limit number, and a first to be described later Winning lottery means 1135 for drawing whether or not the winning is based on the game content determination random number / second game content determination random number (winning random number), and the change start condition of the first special symbol and the second special symbol {special game transition opportunity Whether the granted game and special game are not in progress, the special symbol is not changing, or the first special symbol is satisfied with the variable standby release condition (no hold of the second special symbol, etc.)} Size Symbol variation start condition satisfaction determining means 1138 that controls the processing, symbol content determining means 1140 for determining the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.) of each symbol based on each random number, variation and stop display of each symbol Display control means 1150 for performing control, and electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 for performing various processes directly related to determination of opening / closing of the second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112 of the second special figure start opening 2110 When the first special symbol or the second special symbol is won with a small win, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means for controlling the execution of the special game transition trigger granting game that opens the sorting device 2330 under a predetermined condition 1165, special game control means 1170 for controlling the special game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game, the first game, the second game, and the auxiliary game, the current game A determination of which gaming state to shift to, a specific game control means 1180 for performing processing to shift the gaming state based on the determination, and a current gaming state [for example, a state relating to the main game {normal gaming state, Specific gaming state (time-saving gaming state), special gaming state}, auxiliary gaming state (easy release state, non-easy release state), special symbol stop symbol and variation mode information, various flag on / off status, special game in progress Game state temporary storage means 1190 for temporarily storing the game state (for example, the number of rounds and winning number information) and the like, and fraud detection management means 1196 for managing information related to fraud detection from the fraud detection means 4000 Have. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

  First, the entry determination means 1110 is directed to a first special figure start opening entrance determination means 1111 and a second special figure start opening 2110 for determining whether or not a game ball has entered the first special figure start opening 2210. 2nd special figure start opening entrance determining means 1112 for determining whether or not a game ball has entered, and a general start opening entrance determining means for determining whether or not a game ball has flowed into the general start opening 2410 1113.

  Next, the random number acquisition determination execution means 1120 determines whether or not to acquire the first game content determination random number based on the game ball entering the first special figure starting port 2210, and according to the determination result, A first special figure random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 for acquiring random numbers (for example, a first winning random number, a first variation mode determining random number, a first special symbol determining random number, etc.) and a game ball to the second special figure starting port 2110 It is determined whether or not the second game content determination random number is acquired on the basis of the incoming game, and the random number (for example, the second winning random number, the second variation mode determining random number, the second special symbol determining random number is determined according to the determination result) Etc.) and a normal figure random number acquisition determination execution means 1123 for determining whether or not the normal symbol winning random number can be acquired and acquiring the random number based on the determination result; have.

  Here, the “random number” in the claims and the present specification including the above is “0” to “65535” (winning random number) or “0” to “255” (depending on the type of random number). It is a value randomly selected from a predetermined range such as (variation mode determination random number). The random number may not be a mathematically generated random number, but may be a pseudo-random number generated by a hardware random number, a software random number, or the like. For example, the expression method of each value in the random number is a method in which the value is expressed in order along the random number sequence (plus one method), the next value when the final value of the random number sequence is expressed (initial value) ) With a contingent value (initial value update method), a combination of these, and the like.

  Next, the hold control unit 1130 determines whether or not to temporarily store the first game content determination random number acquired in a situation where the first special symbol variation permission is not granted, and based on the determination result, the random number is determined as a symbol. The first special figure holding means 1131 for holding in the first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a until the change permission is given, and the second game content determination random number acquired in a situation where the second special symbol change permission is not given. The second special figure holding means 1132 for holding the random number in the second special figure holding information temporary storage means 1132a until the symbol variation permission is granted based on the determination result, Decide whether or not to temporarily store the normal symbol winning random number acquired in a situation where the symbol variation permission has not been granted, and based on the determination result, the random number is temporarily stored until the symbol variation permission is granted And a Prussian diagram holding means 1133 for holding the 憶 means 1133a. Here, the first special figure holding means 1131, the second special figure holding means 1132 and the universal figure holding means 1133 are capable of storing up to four, and for temporarily storing the random numbers combined with the holding order. The first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a, the second special figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and the general figure hold information temporary storage means 1133a are provided. Furthermore, in addition to the random number, the first special figure hold information temporary storage unit 1131a and the second special figure hold information temporary storage unit 1132a also temporarily store information related to the order in which the random number hold is released.

Next, the winning / losing lottery means 1135 determines whether or not to shift to a special game if the result of the winning / losing lottery is a big win (for example, turning on a special game execution permission flag internally) And a special game transition determining means 1135a for determining a transition to a special game (big hit) when the game ball passes the specific area 2333, and a winner / lottery table 1135b to be referred to when performing the winner / halter lottery. ing. In this best mode, there is only one special-use winning / losing lottery table, but in addition to the normal gaming state, there is also a probability-variable gaming state in which a big winning (small winning) lottery is performed with a higher lottery probability than the normal gaming state. With regard to the aspect having, a low probability lottery table used in the normal gaming state (time-reduced gaming state) and a high probability lottery table used in the probability varying gaming state are configured. Here, Table 1 is an example of the success / failure lottery table 1135b. In the following example, the winning probability of jackpot and small win is common on the first special symbol side and the second special symbol side, but it is not limited to this, and there is a difference in the jackpot probability between the two. And / or you may comprise so that a difference may be given in the small hit probability between both.

  Next, the symbol content determination means 1140 determines the first special symbol content determination that determines the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the first special symbol based on the acquired first game content determination random number (first random number). Means 1141, second special content determination means 1142 for determining a stop symbol and a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second special symbol based on the acquired second game content determination random number (second random number), and There is a general symbol content determining means 1143 for determining a stop symbol of the normal symbol based on the normal symbol winning random number.

Here, the 1st special figure content determination means 1141 has the 1st special figure content determination lottery table 1141a referred when determining the stop symbol and fluctuation mode which concern on a 1st special symbol. The first special symbol content determination lottery table 1141a includes a first special symbol stop symbol determination table 1141a-1 for determining a stop symbol of the first special symbol based on the result of the determination and the random number for symbol determination; A first special figure variation mode determination table 1141a-2 for determining a variation mode (variation time) of the first special symbol based on the result of the determination and the random number for variation mode determination. Similarly, the second special figure content determination means 1142 has a second special figure content determination lottery table 1142a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol and a variation mode related to the second special symbol. The second special symbol content determination lottery table 1142a includes a second special symbol stop symbol determination table 1142a-1 for determining a stop symbol of the second special symbol based on the result of the determination and the random number for symbol determination; A second special figure variation mode determination table 1142a-2 for determining the variation mode (variation time) of the second special symbol based on the result of the determination and the random number for variation mode determination. Here, Tables 2 and 3 below are examples of these tables.

  First, Table 2 is a special symbol stop symbol determination table. As described above, in this best mode, different tables are provided for each attribute (big hit, small hit, lost) and for each special symbol. Here, as will be described in detail later, this table is characterized by the following two points.

  First, in the best mode, after the small winning symbol is stopped, a special game transition opportunity granting game is executed in which the sorting device 2330 is opened after a predetermined waiting time. In the best mode, as will be described later, this waiting time is determined by the type of the small winning symbol. The gray background small hit symbol in Table 2 is a symbol set at a timing at which this “standby time” is likely to hit the small hit development big hit. Specifically, in order for a game ball that has entered the sorting device 2330 to enter the specific area 2333, when the rotating body 2335 that is regularly driven after a small hit hits the rotating body 2335, It needs to be placed in place. For that purpose, it is necessary that the timing is such that the stopper member 2336 is released when the rotating body 2335 is arranged at a specific position. The aforementioned “waiting period” is an element directly related to this timing. Then, if a win on a gray spot in Table 2 is won and a special game transition opportunity grant game is executed based on the win, if a game ball enters the sorting device 2330, the game ball Is configured so that the honey member 2331 is opened at a timing just right for being guided to the specific region 2333. On the other hand, if the winning game is a win on a white background in Table 2 and a special game transition opportunity grant game is executed based on the small hit, if the game ball enters the sorting device 2330, the game ball is identified. The honey member 2331 is configured to open at a timing that is never guided to the region 2333. Thus, although the distribution ratio on the surface of the rotating body 2335 is about 1/3, it is actually about 23% (selectivity of B13 and B17 with respect to B11 to B19). It should be noted that this distribution ratio can be any numerical value by adjusting the selection ratio of the small portion of gray with respect to the entire small portion.

Next, the winning pattern of the spot will shift to a time-saving game after a big hit (assuming that the small hit will be developed in the case of a small hit). Here, in this best mode, the game based on the entrance at the first special figure starting port 2210 is the center during the normal game, and the game based on the entrance at the second special figure start port 2110 is the center during the short-time game. Become. And if it enters into a short game, it will continue until it becomes the next big hit. Based on this, when looking at Table 2, all of the small hitting symbols of ash (that is, the small hitting symbols that can be small hitting jackpots), except for B29, once again enter the short-time game after the jackpot development jackpot. In other words, once the short game is entered, the jackpot will continue at a continuation rate of about 88% (selection rate of B21 + B23 + B25 + B27 with respect to B21 + B23 + B25 + B27 + B29). In this way, if the second special symbol is a big hit when winning a big hit, the short-term rush rate on random numbers is 120/256 (about 47%), but the big hit that cannot be a big hit By incorporating it, it is possible to substantially improve the short-time continuation rate (about 88%).

  Next, Table 3 is a special symbol variation mode (time) determination table. As can be seen from the table, because the variation time at the time of small hits is normal game time> time shortened game time, the variation time of the special symbol is configured to be shorter when the time is shortened as compared with the normal game as a whole. .

  Further, the first special figure content determining means 1141 selects a waiting time at a timing that does not result in a big hit as a small hit symbol (other than B13 and B17) when the fraud detection is made by the fraud detection means 4000 at the time of a small hit. The first special figure profit grant prohibiting means 1141b is forcibly selected. The second special figure content determining means 1142 also selects a waiting time at a timing that does not result in a big hit as a small hit symbol when the fraud detection is performed by the fraud detection means 4000 at the small hit (B22, B24, B26, B2) forcibly selecting second special figure profit grant prohibiting means 1142b. In this best mode, from the viewpoint of imposing a penalty on a fraudulent person, when there is a fraudulent act, the waiting time at a timing that does not become a big hit is forcibly selected. However, with regard to the second special symbol, there is a case where the waiting time at a timing that does not become a big hit is forcibly selected, so that there is a case where the penalty is not necessarily sufficient (for example, when the number of time reductions is long). However, it may be configured to forcibly select the small hit symbol (B29) of which the short-term ends), or the small hit symbol at multiple times (or all times) after the fraudulent act is not a big hit. The waiting time may be selected.

  Further, the general content determination means 1143 has a general content determination lottery table 1143a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to a normal symbol. The general content determination lottery table 1143a is a game. There are various winning tables that differ depending on the state (normal game → usual drawing lottery table, time-saving game → usual drawing time shortening lottery table).

  Next, the display control unit 1150 performs first control on the first special symbol display unit 2131 of the first special symbol display device 2130 to stop and display after changing the first special symbol for a predetermined time. 1151, second special symbol control means 1152 for controlling to stop display after changing the second special symbol for a predetermined time on the second special symbol display unit 2231 of the second special symbol display device 2230, and normal symbol display There is a universal symbol control means 1154 for performing a control to stop and display after changing the normal symbol for a predetermined time on the universal symbol display unit 2421 of the device 2420.

  Here, the first special figure control means 1151 further includes a first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a for managing the fluctuation time according to the fluctuation mode determined by the first special figure content determination means 1141. Yes. The first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a further includes a first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Next, the second special figure control means 1152 further comprises second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a for managing the fluctuation time according to the fluctuation mode determined by the second special figure content determination means 1142. Yes. The second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a further includes a second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Further, the universal symbol control means 1154 has an ordinary symbol fluctuation time management means 1154a for managing the fluctuation time of the ordinary symbol on the ordinary symbol display unit 2421 of the ordinary symbol display device 2420. Further, the common figure fluctuation time management means 1154a further includes a common figure fluctuation management timer 1154a-1 capable of measuring time.

  Next, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 determines whether or not the condition for performing the process of opening and closing the second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112 of the second special figure start opening 2110 is satisfied. Condition determining means 1161, and an electric chew release time management timer 1162 for measuring the drive (opening) time of the second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112 of the second special figure start opening 2110.

Next, the special game transition opportunity grant game control means 1165 performs a standby time control means 1165a for controlling a standby time from when the small hit symbol stops until the release member 2331 is opened, and an opening / closing operation of the release member 2331. The spring member opening / closing control means 1165b to be controlled, the rotating body displacement control means 1165c for controlling the displacement operation of the rotating body 2335, the stopper member release control means 1165d for controlling the retaining ball releasing operation of the stopper member 2336, and the small hit processing. Special game transition opportunity granting game time management means 1165e for performing all related time management. Here, the standby time control means 1165a further includes standby time determination means 1165a-1 for determining a standby time from when the small hit symbol stops until the honey member 2331 is released. The standby time determination unit 1165a-1 further includes a standby time determination table 1165a-1-1 that is referred to when determining the standby time based on the small winning symbol. Here, Table 4 is an example of the standby time determination table 1165a-1-1.

  Here, in Table 4, X is the time designed to enter the specific area 2333 if the game ball enters the sorting device 2330 at the time of a small hit as described above, and Y Is a time designed so as not to enter the specific area 2333 even if the game ball enters the sorting device 2330 at the time of a small hit. Thus, in this best mode, the standby time is uniquely determined in a form associated with the type of the small hit symbol. However, even if not configured in this way, it may be configured such that a lottery is performed separately from the small winning symbol, and the standby time is determined based on the lottery result.

  Further, the special game transition opportunity granting game time management means 1165e further includes a special game transition opportunity granting game management timer 1165e-1 for measuring any time related to the special game transition opportunity granting game.

Next, the special game control means 1170 determines whether or not the condition for shifting to the special game (bonus) is satisfied. Specifically, the special game (bonus) execution permission flag is won. If the condition determination means 1171 for determining whether or not has occurred and the special game transition condition is satisfied, the content of the special game (specifically, the big winning opening to be opened, the number of rounds, Special game content determining means 1172 for setting the time between rounds etc.) in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and the special game in which the first big prize opening 2120 or the second big prize opening 2220 is opened under a predetermined condition. Special game execution means 1173 for executing (big win) and time management of various processes related to the special game (for example, opening / closing time of the first big prize opening 2120 and the second big prize opening 2220) And a special game time management means 1174 of Utame. Here, the special game content determination unit 1172 further includes a special game content reference table 1172a that is referred to when specifying the content of the special game to be set in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194. The special game time management means 1174 further includes a special game management timer 1174a capable of measuring time. Here, Table 5 is an example of the special game content reference table 1172a. In the best mode, the contents of the special game are determined based on the stop symbol of the special symbol.

  As can be seen from Table 5, in this best mode, when a special game is executed with a jackpot symbol as an opportunity, a special game with a high profit is executed. On the other hand, when a special game is executed with a small hitting symbol as an opportunity (ie, small hitting development), a small hitting symbol that was originally planned to be a small hitting jackpot depending on the type of the small hitting symbol On the other hand, special games with high profits are executed in the case of (B13 and B17 for the first special symbol, B21, B23, B25, B27 and B29 for the second special symbol) Is due to the small hit design with no wrinkle that will be a big hit development jackpot (B11, B12, B14 to B16, B18, B19 for the first special symbol, B22, B24, B26, B28 for the second special symbol) In such a case, a special game that only gives a low profit is executed. The reason for this configuration is as follows. First of all, if a special game with high profits is given even if it is caused by a small-hit design that is not originally planned to be a big hit, the ball-out rate will be higher than the design value. . Furthermore, in order to prevent the loss on the hall side as much as possible when trouble such as an accessory failure occurs, it is also possible to prevent the occurrence of jackpots due to fraud (a kind of penalty).

  Next, the specific game control means 1180 and the specific game content determination means 1183 for determining the content (number of times reduced) of the specific game, and the specific game end condition determination for determining whether or not the specific game state end condition is satisfied. Means 1181 and specific game-related information temporary storage means 1182 for temporarily storing information (such as a flag) related to the specific game. Here, the specific game end condition determining means 1181 further includes a time reduction counter 1181a capable of counting the time reduction.

  Here, in the best mode, the number of time reductions is 100, and during the time reduction, the variation time of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is relatively shortened as compared with the non-time reduction. (Time reduction function). Furthermore, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is also relatively shortened (time shortening function), and the opening time of the second special figure start port electric accessory 2112 of the second special figure start port 2110 is relatively extended ( Opening time extension function). In the best mode, unless otherwise specified, “short time” for normal symbols refers to both the time shortening function and the open time extending function (and the probability variation function is also included when the winning probability is increased). Including). The time saving in the best mode ends when the total value of the number of changes of the first special symbol and the number of changes of the second special symbol exceeds a predetermined number (for example, 100 times). That is, the number of time reductions is subtracted for each change (stop) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The above-mentioned specific game end condition determining means 1181 has a function of determining whether or not the number of ends has been reached in a probability variation game with a limited number of times, for example (has a number variation probability variation game function). (In the case of a pachinko machine), it may have a function of performing a lottery transition from a specific game (for example, a probability variation game or a time-reduced game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time a symbol changes (has a falling lottery function) For pachinko machines).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means 1190 includes first game state temporary storage means 1191 for temporarily storing the current game state in the first game (game from the change of the first special symbol to the stop), Second game state temporary storage means 1192 for temporarily storing the current game state in the second game (game from the change of the second special symbol to the stop), and temporarily stores the current game state in the auxiliary game Auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 for special game and special game for temporarily storing the current game state in the special game (for example, the number of rounds, the number of winning game balls in an arbitrary round, on / off of various flags related to the special game, etc.) The game related information temporary storage means 1194 and various information (for example, waiting time) and flags at the time of special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) are temporarily stored. Special game proceeds opportunity granted gaming related information temporary storage means for 憶 and a 1195.

  Here, the first game state temporary storage means 1191 includes first flag temporary storage means 1191a for temporarily storing ON / OFF information of various flags in various game states relating to the first game, and a first special symbol ( The first special symbol information temporary storage means 1191b for temporarily storing the stop symbol and the variation mode information relating to the first special symbol in which the variation start condition is established.

  The second gaming state temporary storage unit 1192 includes a second flag temporary storage unit 1192a for temporarily storing on / off information of various flags in various gaming states related to the second game, and a second special symbol (variation) And a second special symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b for temporarily storing the stop symbol and the variation mode information related to the second special symbol for which the start condition is satisfied.

  Further, the auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 is information related to the auxiliary game (for example, on / off information of various flags such as a normal symbol winning flag, a normal symbol changing flag, an open extension flag, an electric chew release flag, a time reduction flag, etc.) Auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a for temporarily storing information, and temporary information temporary storage for temporarily storing information such as a stop symbol related to the currently changing normal symbol (ordinary symbol for which the change start condition is satisfied) Means 1193b.

  Next, the fraud detection management unit 1196 receives the fraud detection signal receiving unit 1196a for receiving the fraud detection signal from the fraud detection unit 4000 (vibration detection sensor, magnetic force detection sensor, etc.) and the fraud detection signal. The fraud detection information temporary storage means 1196b for temporarily storing information related to the fraud detection signal until an appropriate measure corresponding to the signal is taken, and information related to the fraud when the fraud detection signal is received to the hall computer H side. Unauthorized information transmission means 1196c for transmission.

  Next, the gaming peripheral device 2000 will be described. Since some of the peripheral devices have already been described in detail, the remaining configuration will be briefly described. First, the gaming peripheral device 2000 includes a first gaming peripheral device that is a peripheral device on the first game side, a second gaming peripheral device that is a peripheral device on the second gaming side, and a first gaming side and a second gaming side. The first and second game shared peripheral devices, which are shared peripheral devices, and the auxiliary game peripheral device 2400 related to the auxiliary game are included. Hereinafter, these peripheral devices will be described in order.

  First, the first game peripheral device includes a first special symbol start port 2210 that triggers the transition to a special game, and a first special symbol display device 2130 capable of displaying a stop and change display of the first special symbol. Yes.

  Next, the second gaming peripheral device has a second special symbol starting port 2110 that triggers the transition to the special game, and a second special symbol display device 2230 that can display the stop and change display of the second special symbol. ing.

  Next, the first and second game shared peripheral devices are in a closed state during a normal game, and in a special game (big hit), a first grand prize winning port 2120 that is open under predetermined conditions; The second big prize opening 2220 which is in a closed state during a normal game, and is opened under a predetermined condition in a special game (big win), and is in a closed state in a normal game, and a transition to a special game In the case of an opportunity-giving game (small hit), the distribution device 2330 that is open under a predetermined condition, and the display of the decorative symbol stop display and change display and the game progress status during the special game There is an effect display device 2310 that performs display, and an effect control means 2320 that manages all display control related to the effect. The production is related to the display of only the information that does not affect the game result, including the variation of the decorative symbol in a form synchronized with the variation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol in time. is there.

  Here, the effect control unit 2320 performs the effect display control on the effect display device 2310 based on the information receiving unit 2321 for receiving various information from the main control device 1000 side and the information from the main control device 1000 side. Display control means 2322 for performing the above. Hereafter, each said means is explained in full detail.

  First, the information receiving means 2321 has main-side information temporary storage means 2321a for temporarily storing symbol information related to the main game from the main controller 1000 side. Note that the symbol information temporarily stored in the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a is appropriately referred to as necessary by various units described later in each process described below.

  Next, the display control unit 2322 includes a decorative symbol display control unit 2322a that controls the decorative symbol change display and stop display on the decorative symbol display unit 2311 of the effect display device 2310, and the drawing display reservation of the effect display device 2310. A drawing hold information display control unit 2322b that controls all of the display processing of the hold information on the display unit 2312, and an effect display related information temporary storage unit 2322c that temporarily stores information related to the effect at the time of the effect. And have.

  Here, the decorative symbol display control means 2322a is a device for determining the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol based on the symbol information from the main controller 1000 side temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage unit 2321a. The figure display content determination means 2322a-1 and a drawing change mode storage for storing all data related to effects including data (various object data, moving image data, audio data, etc.) related to decorative symbols and decorative symbol variations. Means 2322a-2. Here, the drawing display content determination means 2322a-1 further includes a drawing variation content determination lottery table 2322a-1-1 for reference when determining the variation mode of the decorative symbol.

  Next, the drawing hold information display control unit 2322b has a drawing hold information temporary storage unit 2322b-1 for temporarily storing the current number of held balls.

  In addition, the effect control means 2320 further controls all control related to effects other than image display, such as effect processing such as lighting and extinguishing of the game effect lamp 190 and sound output from the speaker 114. In the best mode, the effect control means 2320 is configured to integrally control the decorative symbol, the game lamp, and the voice, but is configured to be separated as a functionally separate peripheral device. May be. In this case, the peripheral devices may be connected by a board-to-board connector.

  Lastly, the auxiliary game peripheral device 2400 has a normal figure start port 2410 that triggers the opening of the second special figure start port electric accessory 2112 of the second special figure start port 2110, and a normal symbol stop display and change display. A possible normal symbol display device 2420.

  The first special symbol display device 2130, the second special symbol display device 2230, the normal symbol display device 2420, and the distribution device 2330 are connected to the main controller 1000 so as to be able to transmit information, and the remaining effect display device 2310 is provided. The effect control means 2320 is connected to be able to transmit information. That is, the first special symbol display device 2130, the second special symbol display device 2230, the normal symbol display device 2420, and the distribution device 2330 are controlled by the main control device 1000, and the effect display device 2310 is controlled by the effect control means 2320, respectively. It means being controlled. Note that another peripheral device may be controlled via the main controller 1000 and another peripheral device controlled by one-way communication.

  Next, the flow of processing of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. First, the flow of processing on the main board side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. First, FIG. 8 is a main flowchart showing the flow of general processing performed by the main controller 1000. First, at step 10, the main control device 1000 executes a winning process 10 for performing a process related to winning at a starting port (including an ordinary contribution starting port that contributes indirectly) related to special game transition. Next, at step 1200, main controller 1000 executes an electric chew drive determination process described later. Next, in step 14, the main controller 1000 executes a normal game control process described later. Next, in step 16, main controller 1000 executes a special game control process described later, and proceeds to step 5000. In step 5000, the main controller 1000 (especially the prize ball payout determining means 1400) performs processing for transmitting a prize ball payout command to the prize ball payout control apparatus 3000 based on the winning opening where the game ball has won. Return to Step 10 again. Hereinafter, processing related to each subroutine will be described in detail.

  Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the winning process according to the subroutine of step 10 in FIG. First, in step 1100, main controller 1000 executes a normal symbol winning random number acquisition process described later. In step 1300, main controller 1000 executes a game content determination random number acquisition process, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 1200.

  Next, FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the normal symbol winning random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, at step 1102, the general-purpose start entrance ball determining unit 1113 determines whether or not a game ball has entered (inflow, passed) the general-purpose start entrance 2410. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the common random number acquisition determination execution means 1123 refers to the general figure hold information temporary storage means 1133a, and determines whether or not the number of hold balls is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the common random number acquisition determination execution means 1123 acquires the normal symbol winning random number. Then, in step 1108, the ordinary figure holding means 1133 adds 1 to the holding ball in the form of setting the random number in the ordinary figure holding information temporary storage means 1133a together with the order information indicating the number of holdings. The process proceeds to (game content determination random number acquisition process 1300). In the case of No in step 1102 and step 1104, the process proceeds to the next process (game content determination random number acquisition process 1300).

  Next, FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, the first special figure start port entrance judging means 1111 receives the first special figure start entrance entrance information from the first special figure start entrance entrance detection device 2211 of the first special figure start port 2210. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the first special figure random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 refers to the first special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1131a, and determines whether or not the number of reserved balls is not the upper limit (for example, four). Determine. In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306 and step 1308, the first special figure random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 determines the first game content determination random number (first winning random number, first variation mode determination random number, first special symbol determination). Random number, etc.) and the first special figure holding means 1131 stores the first game content determination random number in the first special figure holding information temporarily together with the order information indicating what number of the first special symbol is held. Set in the means 1131a. Next, in step 1309, the information transmission means 1300 refers to the first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a, and obtains information as to what number of hold the random number is stored for the first special symbol. At the same time, the information is transmitted to the effect control means 2320 side. Next, in step 1310, the second special figure starting port entrance determining means 1112 receives the second special figure starting port entrance information from the second special figure starting port entrance detecting device 2111 of the second special figure starting port 2110. It is determined whether or not it has been received. In the case of Yes in step 1310, in step 1312, the second special figure random number acquisition determination execution means 1122 refers to the second special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1132a, and whether or not the number of the reserved balls is not the upper limit (for example, four). Determine. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314 and step 1316, the second special figure random number acquisition determination execution means 1122 determines the second game content determination random number (second winning random number, second variation mode determination random number, second special symbol determination). Random number), and the second special figure holding means 1132 stores the second game content determination random number in the second special figure holding information temporary storage means together with the order information indicating what number of the second special symbol is held. Set to 1132a. Next, in step 1317, the information transmission means 1300 refers to the second special figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and acquires information as to what number of hold the random number is stored for the second special symbol. At the same time, the information is transmitted to the display control means 2320 side, and the process proceeds to the next process (electric drive driving determination process 1200). In the case of No in step 1302 and step 1304, the process proceeds to step 1310, and in the case of No in step 1310 and step 1312, the process proceeds to the next process (electricity Chu drive determination process 1200).

  Next, FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the electric drive driving determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a and determines whether or not the electric chew release flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the normal chart control means 1154 refers to the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a to determine whether or not the normal symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the ordinary figure content determining means 1143 refers to the ordinary figure holding information temporary storage means 1133a and determines whether or not there is a holding ball related to the normal symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1208, the general symbol content determination means 1143 determines the stop symbol based on the normal symbol random number based on the reserved ball and the gaming state. Next, in step 1210, the usual figure fluctuation time management means 1154a sets the usual figure fluctuation management timer 1154a-1 for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds in the case of a short-time game, in the case of a normal game) based on the gaming state. Set 30 seconds). Then, in step 1212, the general symbol control means 1154 turns on the normal symbol changing flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193 a. Next, in step 1214, the general-purpose holding means 1133 updates the holding information recorded in the general-purpose holding information temporary storage means 1133a after subtracting 1 from the reserved ball related to the normal symbol, and the normal-purpose control means. 1154 starts a normal symbol variation display on the universal symbol display unit 2421 after starting the common symbol variation management timer 1154a-1. Next, in step 1216, the common figure fluctuation time management means 1154a refers to the common figure fluctuation management timer 1154a-1 and determines whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1216, in step 1218, the general map control means 1154 confirms and displays the stop symbol determined by the general map content determination means 1143 in step 1208 on the general map display unit 2421. Then, in step 1220, the common figure control means 1154 turns off the normal symbol changing flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 1222, the condition determination means 1161 determines whether or not the stop symbol is “winning”. In the case of Yes in step 1222, in step 1224, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 sets the electric chew release time management timer 1162 based on the gaming state at the time of the normal symbol stop (current), for a predetermined time (for example, short-time game). 5 seconds in the case, 0.5 seconds in the case of normal games). Next, in step 1226, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 turns on the electric chew release flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. In step 1228, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 opens the second special figure start port electric accessory 2112 of the second special figure start port 2110. Next, in step 1230, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the electric chew opening time management timer 1162 and determines whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in Step 1230, in Steps 1232 and 1234, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 closes the second special figure start opening electric accessory 2112 of the second special figure start opening 2110 and temporarily stores auxiliary game related information. The electric chew release flag in the storage means 1193a is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (normal game process 14).

  If No in Step 1202, the process proceeds to Step 1230. If No in Step 1204, the process proceeds to Step 1216. If No in Step 1206, Step 1216, Step 1222, and Step 1230, the next process (normal game) is performed. Move to processing 14).

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the normal game control process according to the subroutine of step 14 in FIG. First, in step 1700, main controller 1000 executes a fraud detection process described later. Next, in step 1400 (1), main controller 1000 executes a first special symbol display process which will be described later. Next, in step 1400 (2), main controller 1000 executes a second special symbol display process described later. In step 1500, main controller 1000 executes a special game (big hit) operating condition determination process described later, and proceeds to the next step (special game control process 16). Each subroutine will be described below.

  First, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of fraud detection processing according to the subroutine of step 1700 in FIG. First, in step 1702, the fraud detection management unit 1196 refers to the fraud detection signal reception unit 1196a and has received any fraud detection signal (for example, a vibration detection signal or a magnetic detection signal) from the fraud detection unit 4000. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in Step 1702, in Step 1704, the fraud detection management unit 1196 accesses the flag area of the fraud detection information temporary storage unit 1196b and turns on the fraud detection flag. In step 1706, the fraud information transmission unit 1196c transmits the fraud information to the hall computer H side, and proceeds to the next process {first special symbol display process 1400 (1)}. Even in the case of No in step 1702, the process proceeds to the next process {first special symbol display process 1400 (1)}.

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the first special symbol display process and the second special symbol display process according to the subroutine of steps 1400 (1) and (2) in FIG. Since this process is common to the first special symbol side and the second special symbol side, the first special symbol side will be mainly described unless otherwise specified, and the second special symbol side will be written in parentheses. Describe. First, in step 1800, main controller 1000 executes variation start condition satisfaction determination processing described later. Next, in step 1402, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) determines whether or not the change start permission flag relating to the first special symbol (second special symbol) is on. Determine. The “variation start permission flag” is a flag that is turned on in a variation start condition satisfaction determination process described later, and that is turned on under the condition that no special game or special symbol variation is in progress. In the case of Yes in step 1402, in step 1403, the first special figure content determination means 1141 (second special figure content determination means 1142) accesses the flag area of the gaming state temporary storage means 1190, and the first special symbol (first 2) The variation start permission flag relating to 2 special symbols) is turned off. Next, in step 1404, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) stores the first special figure reservation information temporary storage unit 1131a (second special figure reservation information temporary storage unit 1132a). The first game content determination random number (second game content determination random number) relating to the current symbol variation stored temporarily is read. Next, at step 1406, the success / failure lottery means 1135, based on the first game content determination random number (first winning random number) {second game content determination random number (second winning random number)}, the first special figure determination lottery table. With reference to 1135b-1 (the second special figure success / failure lottery table 1135b-3), a special symbol success / failure (big hit, small hit) lottery is executed. In step 1408, the special game transition determining unit 1135a determines whether or not the lottery result is a win. In the case of Yes in step 1408, in step 1410, the special game transition determining unit 1135a turns on the winning flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). On the other hand, if step 1408 is No, step 1410 is skipped.

  Next, from step 1411 to step 1415, a special symbol stop symbol and variation mode determination process is executed. Here, in this best mode, when a small hit is won after detecting an illegal act, a process of forcibly determining a small hit symbol to which a waiting time at a timing that does not become a big win is assigned is executed. Hereinafter, the process of determining the special symbol stop symbol and the variation mode will be described in detail. First, in step 1411, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) determines whether or not the lottery result in step 1406 is not a small hit. In the case of Yes in step 1411, in step 1413, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) determines the first special figure content determination lottery table 1141a (second special figure content determination lottery). Referring to each lottery table in table 1142a), the first game content determination random number (for example, the first special symbol determination random number) {second game content determination random number (for example, the second special symbol determination random number)} A stop symbol related to one special symbol (second special symbol) is determined and temporarily stored in the first special symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second special symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b). In step 1415, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) in the first special figure content determination lottery table 1141a (second special figure content determination lottery table 1142a). With reference to each lottery table, the first special symbol (first variation content determination random number (for example, second variation mode determination random number)) {first game content determination random number (for example, first variation mode determination random number)} (2 special symbols) is determined, and this is temporarily stored in the first special figure information temporary storage means 1191b (second special figure information temporary storage means 1192b). The table to be referred to is determined based on the result of success / failure and the gaming state (the same applies to the following). As for winning, there are big hits and small hits, but as long as they are configured so that stop symbols and fluctuation modes are selected in a differentiated manner, display contents are determined using separate tables. Alternatively, the display content may be determined using the same table (the same applies to the following). In addition, in the case of Yes in step 1417 described later (when the fraud detection flag is off, that is, when no fraud is detected), the process proceeds to step 1413. The above is the processing in the case where fraud is not detected.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1411, that is, in the case of winning this time, the first special figure profit grant prohibiting means 1141b (second special figure profit grant prohibiting means 1142b) is illegal in step 1417. The flag area of the detection information temporary storage means 1196b is accessed, and it is determined whether or not the fraud detection flag is off. Here, in the case of No in step 1417, that is, when an illegal act is detected, first, in step 1419, the first special figure profit grant prohibiting means 1141b (second special figure profit grant prohibiting means 1142b) is The fraud detection information temporary storage means 1196b is accessed to turn off the fraud detection flag. In step 1421, the first special figure profit provision prohibiting unit 1141 b (second special figure profit provision prohibiting unit 1142 b) forcibly selects the special symbol as the small hit symbol, and the process proceeds to step 1415. Here, the “special symbol” means a small bonus symbol to which a waiting time that is a timing at which a game ball entering the sorting device does not flow into a specific area at the time of a small bonus (that is, a timing that does not hit a big bonus) is assigned. . For example, referring to Table 2, “B11, B12, B14 to B16, B18 and B19” are associated with the first special symbol, and “B22, B24, B26 and B28” are associated with the second special symbol. Note that there is no particular limitation as to which of the multiple special symbols is selected, and a constant small hitting symbol is always selected at the time of fraud (for example, “B11” is always selected for the first special symbol, “B22” is always selected for the second special symbol), or a table for fraudulent acts is provided separately, and the special symbol is referred to based on the symbol determined random number or the separately acquired random number. May be determined. Furthermore, a small winning symbol may be provided in which a standby time that appears only at the time of fraud and is not a big hit is selected. Alternatively, at the time of fraud, the type of stop symbol may not be changed, and only the waiting time may be switched to a timing that does not result in a big hit.

  After the stop symbol and the variation mode are determined by the above processing, in step 1414, the information transmitting unit 1300 displays symbol information (stop symbol information, stop symbol of the first special symbol (second special symbol) determined in step 1412). Attribute information, variation mode information, etc.) is transmitted to the effect control means 2320 side. Next, in step 1416, the first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a) sets the predetermined time {the fluctuation time according to the fluctuation mode determined in step 1412} to the first special figure. It is set in the fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1). Then, in step 1418, the first special symbol control means 1151 (second special symbol control means 1152) makes the first special symbol display unit 2131 (second special symbol display device 2230 second of the second special symbol display device 2230) of the first special symbol display device 2130. On the special figure display unit 2231), the special symbol fluctuation display is started according to the fluctuation mode stored in the first special figure information temporary storage means 1191b (second special figure information temporary storage means 1192b). Next, in step 1420, the first special figure control means 1151 (second special figure control means 1152) turns on the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a).

  In step 1422, the first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a) determines whether or not a predetermined time has been reached. Here, in the case of No in step 1422, the process proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process 1500). On the other hand, if Yes in step 1422, in step 1424, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a command indicating that the predetermined time has been reached to the effect control unit 2320 side. Next, in step 1426, the first special symbol control unit 1151 (second special symbol control unit 1152) causes the first special symbol display unit 2131 of the first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230 of the first special symbol display unit 2230). 2) Special symbol display on 2 special figure display unit 2231) is stopped, and the stop symbol stored in first special figure information temporary storage means 1191b (second special figure information temporary storage means 1192b) is confirmed and stopped. Display control as.

  Next, in step 1438, the game control means 1100 refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a) and determines whether or not the winning flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1438, in step 1440, the game control unit 1100 turns off the winning flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). Next, in step 1442, the game control means 1100 determines whether or not the lottery result is a big hit. In the case of Yes in step 1442, in step 1446, the game control unit 1100 turns on the special game (big hit) execution permission flag in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and proceeds to step 1428. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1442, in step 1448, the game control unit 1100 turns on the special game (small hit) execution permission flag in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and proceeds to step 1427. In the case of No in step 1438, the process proceeds to step 1428.

  Next, in step 1428, the first special figure control means 1151 (second special figure control means 1152) is in step 1428, and the first special figure control means 1151 (second special figure control means 1152) is the first flag. The changing flag in the temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a) is turned off. Then, in step 1430, the first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a) makes a first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-). 1) is reset. Next, in step 1450, main controller 1000 executes a specific game end determination process described later, and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process 1500).

  If No in step 1402, the first special figure control means 1151 (second special figure control means 1152) in step 1432 sets the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). It is determined whether or not the changing flag is on. If Yes in step 1432, the process proceeds to step 1422, and if No, the process proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process 1500).

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the variation start condition satisfaction determination process related to the first special symbol and the second special symbol according to the subroutine of steps 1800 (1) and (2) in FIG. First, in step 1802, the symbol variation start condition satisfaction determination means 1138 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, respectively, and determines whether or not a special game is in progress. In the case of Yes in step 1802, in step 1803, the symbol variation start condition satisfaction determining unit 1138 accesses the gaming state temporary storage unit 1190 and determines whether or not the first special symbol and the second special symbol are currently changing. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1803, in step 1804, the symbol variation start condition satisfaction determination unit 1138 refers to the second special symbol hold information temporary storage unit 1132a and determines whether there is a hold related to the second special symbol. . In the case of Yes in step 1804, in step 1806, the symbol variation start condition satisfaction determination unit 1138 accesses the second special symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b, turns on the variation start permission flag relating to the second special symbol, and The process proceeds to processing (step 1402). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1804, in step 1808, the symbol variation start condition satisfaction determination unit 1138 refers to the first special symbol hold information temporary storage unit 1131a and determines whether there is a hold on the first special symbol. judge. In the case of Yes in step 1808, in step 1810, the symbol variation start condition satisfaction determining unit 1138 accesses the first special symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b, turns on the variation start permission flag relating to the first special symbol, and The process proceeds to processing (step 1402). It should be noted that the process proceeds to the next process (step 1402) also in the case of No in step 1802, step 1803 and step 1808.

  Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of steps 1450 (1) and (2) in FIG. First, in step 1452, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time / count counter 1181a to determine whether or not the time / count counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1454, the specific game control means 1180 subtracts 1 from the time-count counter value of the time-count counter 1181a. Next, in step 1456, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time reduction counter 1181a and determines whether or not the time reduction is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1456, in step 1458, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the time reduction flag in the game state temporary storage means 1190, and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process 1500). In addition, also when it is No in step 1452 and step 1456, it transfers to the following process (special game operation condition determination process 1500).

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the special game (big hit) operating condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the condition determination unit 1171 refers to the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and determines whether or not the special game (bonus) execution permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the condition determination means 1171 turns off the special game (big hit) execution permission flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 1506, the special game content determination unit 1172 sets the content of the special game in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 by referring to the special game content reference table 1172a based on the predetermined mode. . Next, in steps 1508 and 1510, the specific game control means 1180 temporarily turns off the time reduction flag in the game state temporary storage means 1190 and resets the time reduction counter 1181a (time reduction counter value = 0). Next, in step 1512, the condition determination means 1171 turns on a special game (bonus) transition permission flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and shifts to the next process (special game control process in step 16). . Even in the case of No in step 1502, the process proceeds to the next process (special game control process in step 16).

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 16 in FIG. First, in step 1600A, main controller 1000 executes a special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) control process, which will be described later. Next, in step 1600B, main controller 1000 executes a special game (bonus) control process, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process in step 5000).

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of a special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) control process according to the subroutine of step 1600A in FIG. First, in step 1650A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 refers to the flag area of the special game transition opportunity granting game related information temporary storage means 1195, and determines whether or not the standby flag is off. Here, the “standby flag” is a flag that is turned on during a standby period after the small hit symbol is stopped until the spring member 2331 starts the opening operation. In the case of Yes in step 1650A, in step 1602A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 refers to the flag area of the special game transition opportunity granting game related information temporary storage means 1195, and the special game transition opportunity granting game (small bonus) ) Determine whether the flag is off. Here, the “special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) flag” is a timing at which the special game transition opportunity grant game may end from the opening operation start timing of the honey member 2331 and shift to the next processing (that is, This flag is turned on until the valid time of the specific area 2335 elapses, the confirmation of the discharge of the entered game ball is completed, and the stopper member 2336 and the rotating body 2335 are returned to the default positions. If YES in step 1602A, in step 1604A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 refers to the flag area of the special game transition trigger granting game related information temporary storage means 1195, and the specific area valid flag is OFF. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1604A, in step 1606A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 refers to the flag area of the special game transition opportunity granting game related information temporary storage means 1195, and the game ball discharge in the distribution device has not been completed. It is determined whether or not the flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1606A, in step 1608A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 refers to the special game transition opportunity granting game-related information temporary storage means 1195, and the special game transition opportunity granting game (small hit) is permitted to execute. It is determined whether or not the flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1608A, in step 1610A and step 1612A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 accesses the flag area of the special game transition trigger granting game related information temporary storage means 1195, and the special game transition opportunity granting game is performed. The (per-hit) execution permission flag is turned off and the special game transition opportunity grant game (hit-hit) flag is turned on. In step 1612A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 accesses the special game transition opportunity granting game related information temporary storage means 1195 and turns on the special game transition opportunity granting game (small hit) flag. Next, in Step 1652A, the standby time determination unit 1165a-1 refers to the game state temporary storage unit 1190, acquires information on the small hit symbol that has triggered the special game transition opportunity grant game, and then waits. The standby time is determined with reference to the time determination table 1165a-1-1, and the determined standby time is set in the special game transition opportunity grant game management timer (especially the standby time timer) 1165e-1 to measure time. To start. In step 1654A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 accesses the flag area of the special game transition opportunity granting game related information temporary storage means 1195 and turns on the standby flag. After that, in Step 1665A, the rotating body displacement control means 1165c drives and controls the rotating body driving means 2335a to displace the rotating body 2335. Thus, in this best mode, the rotating body 2335 starts to be displaced at substantially the same timing as the start of the standby time, that is, immediately after the small hit symbol is stopped.

  Next, in step 1658A, the waiting time control means 1165a refers to the special game transition opportunity granting game management timer (especially the waiting time timer) 1165e-1, and whether or not the set time becomes 0, that is, It is determined whether or not the waiting time has been reached. Here, in the case of Yes in step 1658, processing for opening the sorting device 2330 and executing the small hit is performed. Specifically, first, in step 1660A, the special game transition opportunity grant game control means 1165 accesses the flag area of the special game transition opportunity grant game related information temporary storage means 1195, and turns off the standby flag. Further, in step 1614A and step 1616A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 accesses the flag area of the special game transition opportunity granting game related information temporary storage means 1195, and the specific area valid flag and the game ball in the distribution device. Turn on the incomplete discharge flag. Next, in step 1618A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 sets the special game transition opportunity granting game management timer (especially, the opening / closing time management timer and the specific area valid time management timer) 1165e-1 The opening / closing time and the specific area valid time of the honey member 2331 related to the game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) are set, and the timing is started. Further, in step 1662A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 gives the special game transition opportunity granting game management timer (especially the stopper member release timer) 1165e-1 a time that is the timing for releasing the stopper member 2336. Set and start timing. In this best mode, this timing is constant regardless of the small winning symbol. Next, in step 1619A, the information transmission means 1300 transmits a special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) start signal. Next, in step 1620A, the honey member opening / closing control means 1165b drives and controls the honey member opening / closing drive means 2331a to start opening / closing of the honey member 2331.

  Next, in step 1664A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 refers to the special game transition opportunity granting game management timer (especially the stopper member release timer) 1165e-1, and has reached the stopper member release timing? Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1664A, in step 1666A, the stopper member release control means 1165d drives and controls the stopper member driving means 2336a to move the stopper member 2336 from the first position to the second position (see FIG. 5). Immediately return to the first position. Thereby, only the sphere stored in the stopper member 2336 is sent to the rotating body 2335 arranged downstream. In step 1630A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 refers to the special game transition opportunity granting game management timer (especially the specific region valid time management timer) 1165e-1, and at the specific region valid time end timing. It is determined whether it has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1630A, in step 1632A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 accesses the flag area of the special game transition opportunity granting game related information temporary storage means 1195, and turns off the specific area valid flag. Next, in Step 1636A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 determines whether or not there is a game ball in the sorting device 2330. In other words, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 detects the entrance of the game ball into the sorting device 2330 by the entrance detection device 2332 and “discharge complete” upon detection in any region. After determining {or detecting discharge of the game ball from the sorting device 2330 outside by the discharge detection means (for example, sensor) (not shown)} Check if everything is discharged. In the case of Yes in step 1636A, in step 1638A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 accesses the flag area of the special game transition opportunity granting game related information temporary storage means 1195, and the game ball discharge in the sorting device is not completed. Turn off the flag. Further, in step 1668A, the rotating body displacement control means 1165c and the stopper member release control means 1165d, when the rotating body 2335 and the stopper member 2336 are not arranged at the default positions, respectively, until the rotating body driving means returns to the default position. 2335a and stopper member driving means 2336a are driven and controlled.

  Next, in step 1640A, the special game transition determining means 1135a determines whether or not the game ball has entered the specific area 2333 in the sorting device 2330 within the valid time. In the case of Yes in step 1640A, in step 1641A, the special game transition determining unit 1135a accesses the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 and turns on the special game (big hit) transition permission flag. Next, in step 1645A, the special game content determination means 1172 refers to the special game content reference table 1172a on the basis of a predetermined mode (that is, a small hit symbol) that triggers the special game transition opportunity grant game. After determining the contents of the special game, the determined contents are set in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 1642A, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a specific area passing signal (the fact that the game ball has entered the specific area 2333 in the distribution device 2330 within the effective time period) to the effect control unit 2320 side. Then, the process proceeds to step 1672A. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1640A, in step 1643A, the information transmission unit 1300 sends a specific area non-passing signal (the game ball to the specific area 2333 in the distribution device 2330 within the effective time) to the effect control means 2320 side. The fact that the ball has not been entered is transmitted, and the process proceeds to Step 1672A.

  In this way, in response to the completion of all the processes related to the small win, in step 1672A, the special game transition opportunity granting game control means 1165 accesses the flag area of the special game transition opportunity granting game related information temporary storage means 1195. Then, the special game transition opportunity granting game (small hit) flag is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process {special game (big hit) control process 1600B}. In the case of No in step 1650A, that is, in the case where it is during the waiting time from when the small hit symbol is stopped until the honey portion 2331 is released, the process proceeds to step 1658A. If NO in step 1602A, the process proceeds to step 1664A. If NO in step 1604A, the process proceeds to step 1630A. If NO in step 1606A, the process proceeds to step 1636A, and step 1608A, step 1658A, step 1630A and If NO in step 1636A, the process proceeds to the next process {special game (big hit) control process 1600B}. If NO in step 1664A, the process proceeds to step 1630.

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600B in FIG. First, in step 1602B, the special game executing means 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the special game (big hit) transition permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1602B, in step 1604B and step 1606B, the special game execution means 1173 turns off the special game (big hit) transition permission flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and turns on the special game execution flag. To. Next, in step 1608B, the information transmission means 1300 transmits a special game start signal to the effect control means 2320 side, and proceeds to step 1612B. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1602B, in step 1610B, the special game execution means 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 1610B, the process proceeds to step 1612B. In the case of No in step 1610B, the special game executing means 1173 determines that the special game permission has not been granted, and proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000).

  Next, in step 1612B, the special game execution means 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and whether or not the round continuation flag is on, in other words, whether or not the round is in the middle. Determine. If Yes in step 1612B, that is, if the round is in the middle, the process proceeds to step 1626B without performing the processes of steps 1614B to 1622B described in detail below. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1612B, that is, immediately before the start of the round, first, in step 1614B, the special game execution means 1173 sets the release pattern set in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 1616B, the special game execution means 1173 clears the winning ball counter in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 to zero. Next, in step 1618B, the special game executing means 1173 adds 1 to the round number counter in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Note that the number of rounds stored in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 is 0 immediately after the start of the special game (initial value), and is incremented by 1 each time the rounds are repeated thereafter. Next, in step 1620B, the special game execution means 1173 turns on the round continuation flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. In step 1622B, the special game execution unit 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and confirms which one of the first grand prize winning port 2120 or the second grand prize winning port 2220 is to be opened. The first grand prize opening 2120 or the second grand prize opening 2220 of the first big prize opening 2220 or the second big prize opening electric role 2222 is driven to drive the first big prize opening 2120 or the second big prize opening. 2220 is released and the process proceeds to step 1624B.

  Next, in step 1624B, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits the current game state information (for example, the current number of rounds, the number of winning game balls, etc.) to the effect control unit 2320 side. In step 1626B, the special game execution unit 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 and determines whether or not a predetermined ball (for example, 10 balls) has been won in the round. In the case of Yes in step 1626B, the process proceeds to step 1630B. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1626B, in step 1628B, the special game execution means 1173 determines whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed with reference to the special game management timer 1174a (particularly, an open time timer). Also in the case of Yes in step 1628B, the process proceeds to step 1630B, and in the case of No, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000).

  Next, in Step 1630B, the special game executing means 1173 drives the first big prize opening electric member 2122 or the second big prize opening electric member 2222 of the first big prize port 2120 or the second big prize port 2220. It stops and closes the 1st grand prize opening 2120 or the 2nd big prize opening 2220. In step 1632B, the special game executing means 1173 resets a special game management timer 1174a (particularly, an opening time timer). Next, in step 1634B, the special game execution unit 1173 turns off the round continuation flag in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194. Next, in step 1636B, the special game execution unit 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and determines whether or not the round is the final round (for example, 15 rounds). In the case of Yes in step 1636B, in step 1638B, the special game execution means 1173 turns off the special game execution flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 1640B, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a special game end signal to the effect control unit 2320 side. In step 9000, the game control means 1100 executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000). In addition, also in the case of No in step 1636B, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000).

  Next, FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the special game according to the subroutine of Step 9000 in FIG. First, in step 9002, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the game state temporary storage means 1190, and determines whether or not the stop symbol is a time-short target symbol (see Table 2). In the case of Yes in step 9002, in step 9004, the specific game content determination means 1183 sets a predetermined value A (for example, 100) to the time-count counter 1181a. In step 9008, the specific game control unit 1180 accesses the flag area of the game state temporary storage unit 1190, turns on the time reduction variation flag, and shifts to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000). In the case of No in step 9002, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000).

  Next, the flow of processing on the sub-board side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. First, FIG. 23 is a main flowchart showing the flow of general processing performed by the effect control means 2320. First, in steps 6100 (1) and (2), the effect control means 2320 executes first and second decorative symbol display content determination processing described later. Next, in Steps 6200 (1) and (2), the effect control means 2320 executes first and second decorative symbol display control processing described later. Next, in step 6300A, the effect control means 2320 executes a display control process during special game transition opportunity granting game (during small hit), which will be described later. In step 6300B, the effect control unit 2320 executes a special game (during big hit) display control process, which will be described later, and repeats the process of returning to step 6100. Hereinafter, processing related to each subroutine will be described in detail.

  Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of steps 6100 (1) and (2) in FIG. First, in step 6102, the drawing display content determination unit 2322a-1 refers to the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a and determines whether new symbol information has been received from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6102, in step 6104, the drawing display content determination unit 2322 a-1 changes the drawing based on the symbol information from the main controller 1000 side temporarily stored in the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321 a. With reference to the content determination table 2322a-1-1, the decoration pattern variation mode and the stop symbol are determined, and the determination information is temporarily stored in the symbol related information area of the effect display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. It should be noted that the stop symbol / variation mode from the main controller 1000 side (that is, the special symbol stop symbol / variation mode) and the stop symbol / variation mode determined by the effect control means 2320 side (that is, the decorative symbol stop symbol / variation). The aspect) may not have a one-to-one correspondence. For example, the ratio of the variation mode on the side of the effect control unit 2320 may have a plurality of patterns with respect to one variation mode from the main controller 1000 side. Next, in step 6106, the decorative symbol display control means 2322a turns on the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the effect display related information temporary storage means 2322c, and the next process {first decorative symbol display control process 6200 (1 )}. Even in the case of No in step 6102, the process proceeds to the next process {first decorative symbol display control process 6200 (1)}.

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of steps 6200 (1) and (2) in FIG. First, in step 6202, the decorative symbol display control means 2322a refers to the flag area of the effect display related information temporary storage means 2322c and determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6202, in step 6204, the decorative symbol display control means 2322a refers to the flag area of the effect display related information temporary storage means 2322a and determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 6204, in step 6206 and step 6208, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322a turns on the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the effect display related information temporary storage unit 2322c and sets the symbol content determination flag. Turn off. Next, in step 6210, the decorative symbol display control means 2322a follows the determined contents temporarily stored in the symbol related information area of the effect display related information temporary storage means 2322c on the drawing display unit 2311 of the effect display device 2310. Starts variable display of decorative symbols.

  In step 6212, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 a refers to the main-side information temporary storage unit 2121 a and determines whether or not a fixed display command has been received from the main control device 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6212, in step 6214, the decoration symbol display control means 2322a follows the determination contents (stop symbols) temporarily stored in the symbol related information area of the effect display related information temporary storage means 2322c. The stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed on the display unit 2311. Then, in step 6216, the decorative symbol display control means 2322a turns off the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the effect display related information temporary storage means 2322c, and performs the next process {special game transition opportunity granting game (small hitting) ) The display control process 6300A} is entered.

  If NO in step 6202, the process proceeds to step 6212, and if NO in step 6204 and step 6212, the process proceeds to the next process {special game transition opportunity granting game (small hit) display control process 6300 A}.

  Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of a special game transition opportunity granting game (during a small hit) control process according to the subroutine of step 6300A in FIG. First, in step 6302A, the display control means 2322 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) start signal or the like has been received from the main controller 1000 side. To do. In the case of Yes in step 6302A, in step 6316A, the display control means 2322 displays a normal special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) start display on the effect display device 2310, specifically, “V Chance!”. Do. Next, in Step 6320A, the display control means 2322 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2321a, and determines whether or not a special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) end signal has been received from the main controller 1000 side. To do. If YES in step 6320A, the process proceeds to step 6322A, and if NO in step 6320A, the process is executed in a loop until a special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) end signal is received.

  In the case of Yes in step 6320A, in step 6322A, the display control means 2322 determines whether or not the big hit is caused by the current small hit, specifically, the game ball enters the specific area within the effective time. It is determined whether or not a signal indicating the ball has been transmitted from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6322A, in step 6324A, the display control unit 2322 displays “V zone winning! Congratulations on winning the jackpot” on the effect display device 2310, and proceeds to step 6340A. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6322A, in step 6328A, the display control means 2322 displays “Sorry! Next expectation!” On the effect display device 2310, and proceeds to step 6340A. In step 6340A, the display control means 2322 displays a special game transition opportunity grant game (small hit) end display on the effect display device 2310, and proceeds to the next process {special game (big hit) display control process 6300B}. Transition. Even in the case of No in step 6302A, the process proceeds to the next process {special game (big hit) display control process 6300B}.

  Next, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of a special game (during jackpot) display control process according to the subroutine of step 6300B in FIG. First, in step 6302B, the display control means 2322 refers to the flag area of the effect display related information temporary storage means 2322c and determines whether or not the special gaming flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6302B, in step 6304B, the display control means 2322 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a special game start signal has been received from the main control device 1000 side. In the case of Yes in Step 6304B, in Step 6306B and Step 6308B, the display control means 2322 turns on the special game flag in the flag area of the effect display related information temporary storage means 2322c and makes a big hit on the effect display device 2310. Start display. In step 6310B, the display control unit 2322 sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winnings on the effect display device 2310 based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main control device 1000 side in step 1624B. Next, in step 6312B, the display control means 2322 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2121a, and determines whether or not a special game end signal has been received from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6312B, in step 6314B, the display control unit 2322 performs a jackpot end display on the effect display device 2310. In step 6316B, the display control means 2322 turns off the special gaming flag in the flag area of the effect display related information temporary storage means 2322c, and the next process {first decoration symbol display content determination process 6100 (1)}. Migrate to In the case of No in step 6302B, the process proceeds to step 6310B, and in the case of No in steps 6304B and 6312B, the process proceeds to the next process {first decorative symbol display content determination process 6100 (1)}.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention will be described with reference to the timing charts of FIGS.

(Small jackpot at the timing of small jackpot development jackpot)
First, FIG. 28 is a diagram showing the position of each member in the sorting device 2330 in time series when the first special symbol stops at the small hit symbol “B13”. Here, as can be seen from Table 4, if the winning ball “B13” is won and the game ball enters the sorting device 2330 at the time of the small hit, the gaming ball is in the specific area 2333. The waiting time “X-1” that can be distributed to Therefore, in chronological order, first, the first special symbol stops at the small hit symbol “B13”. Immediately after this stop, the rotating body 2335 in the sorting device 2330 starts to be displaced from the default position. Here, as can be seen from FIG. 28, the displacement of the rotating body 2335 is regularly executed until the end of the small hit. By the way, even after the rotating body 2335 starts to be displaced, the spring member 2331 and the stopper member 2336 are in a stopped state without being displaced. Under this circumstance, when the predetermined time X-1 elapses after the small hit symbol stops, the honey member 2331 is in an open state. The stopper member 2336 starts measuring the hold release timing internally at the timing when the spring member 2331 is in the open state. Then, at the timing when T1, T2, and T3 have elapsed since the honeycomb member 2331 is in the open state, the stopper member 2336 is driven to release the retaining ball. Here, as indicated by the arrows in the figure, it can be seen that the rotating body is arranged at the second position {see FIG. 3 (c)} at any holding release timing of the stopper member 2336 (that is, “First state” that makes it easier or easier to enter a specific area. That is, when the hold is released at this timing, the released game ball is guided to the specific area 2333 via the downstream rotating body 2335. In other words, when a small hit is made in this design, a big hit is always made no matter what timing the game ball enters the sorting device 2330.

(Small hit at a timing that does not result in a small hit development jackpot)
On the other hand, FIG. 29 is a diagram showing the position of each member in the sorting device 2330 in time series when the first special symbol stops at the small hit symbol “B11”. Here, as can be seen from Table 4, if a winning ball “B11” is won, and the game ball enters the sorting device 2330 at the time of the small hit, the game ball is in the normal area 2334. The waiting time “Y−1” that can be distributed to is selected. Also in this case, similarly to FIG. 28, the stopper member 2336 is driven to release the retaining ball at the timing when T1, T2, and T3 have elapsed since the honeycomb member 2331 is in the open state. However, unlike FIG. 28, as indicated by the arrows in the drawing, the rotating body is arranged at the third position {see FIG. 3 (d)} at any holding release timing of the stopper member 2336. (That is, “a second state” in which a specific area is never entered or is difficult to enter). That is, when the hold is released at this timing, the released game ball is guided to the normal area 2334 via the downstream rotating body 2335. In other words, if a small hit is made with this symbol, the game ball will always come off regardless of the timing at which the game ball enters the sorting device 2330.

(Small bonus for fraud)
Next, FIG. 30 is a timing chart showing the difference in the selected small hit stop symbol depending on whether or not the cheating is detected. In addition, it is assumed that the winning random numbers obtained for all changes are small hits. Therefore, when explaining the figure in time series, first, at the beginning of the first fluctuation, no fraud is detected (fraud detection flag off). Therefore, “B11” corresponding to “Random number 13” is selected as the stop symbol at the time of the small hit of the first special symbol (see Table 2). In addition, when this B11 is selected, when a game ball enters the sorting device at the time of a small hit, “waiting time Y−1” that is a timing at which the game ball does not enter the specific area is set. Assigned (see Table 4). Under such circumstances, when a small hit is executed, the player performs an action of hitting the table so that the game ball that has entered the sorting device goes to a specific area, but the game ball enters the normal area. Sphereed. As a result of such a fraud, the fraud detection act flag is turned on, and the process proceeds to the next special symbol variation. In the next special symbol fluctuation, in the situation where the fraud detection flag is turned on, the winning combination is won and “65” is acquired as the random value. As can be seen from Table 2 and Table 4, if the random number value on the first special game side is “65”, the small hit symbol “B13” to which the standby time “X-1” of the big hit timing is normally assigned is Selected. However, since an illegal act is detected at the time of the start of the symbol change, the symbol is forcibly replaced with the small hit symbol “B11” to which the standby time “Y-1” at a timing that does not become a big hit is allocated. As a result, even if a game ball enters the sorting device at the small hit, the game ball does not pass through the specific area and become a big hit. Finally, in the situation where fraud has not been detected since the fraud processing (penalty for the second symbol variation) has been executed, in the third symbol variation, a small hit is won and “65” is selected as the random value. Have acquired. In this case, as usual, the small hit symbol “B13” to which the waiting time “X-1” at the timing of the big hit is assigned is selected. As a result, when a game ball enters the sorting device at the time of the small hit, it is distributed to a specific area and tends to be a big hit. Note that, as in this example, the best mode is configured such that a penalty is imposed only once even if an illegal act is executed, but this is not a limitation, and this is not limited to a specific period (for example, (5 times) Even if the penalty is configured to continue, or until the hall staff rushes to the gaming machine and clears the continuation after receiving the fraud report from the hall computer H (for example, if there is a fraud report, the penalty When the continuation flag is turned on and the flag is turned on, only special small wins are selected. For example, when the dedicated clearing means on the back of the gaming machine is operated, the flag is turned off), penalty May be configured to be imposed.

  According to this best mode, after the small hitting symbol stops, the first movable object serving as a distribution point to the specific area is displaced, and after the small hitting symbol stops, the sorting device is opened. Since the waiting time is selected from a plurality of patterns, the ball enters the sorting device when the first movable object is placed in an advantageous state at the timing when the sorting device is opened. In the situation where the first movable object is placed in an unfavorable state at the timing when the sorting device is opened, it is difficult to hit the game ball that has entered the sorting device. As a result, it is possible to adjust the jackpot transition frequency appropriately by changing the selection frequency of the waiting time, and it is determined whether or not the jackpot transition can be performed only by mechanical distribution, so if the mechanical distribution is cleared, the jackpot Migrate to As a result, it is difficult for the player to realize the special spec that the jackpot frequency is adjusted by the waiting time, and if the game ball enters a specific area, it will be a jackpot. There is an effect that there is no suspicion that it is just a ball production. Furthermore, it is possible to make it different from the small hit development jackpot probability that is calculated based on the small hit probability, and the probability is difficult for the player to understand. Even if it counts, it can no longer be judged whether it is in the black or red, so that it is possible to prevent the distribution of profits from being biased only to players seeking profits, and to distribute fair profits to all players. There is an effect that it becomes possible.

  Further, a second movable object is provided upstream of the first movable object, and is configured to be movable so as to release a held game ball to the first movable object side after a predetermined time after the distribution device is opened. As a result, the timing at which the ball enters the sorting device varies (for example, the timing difference between when the ball enters immediately after the sorting device enters the open state and when the ball enters immediately before the sorting device enters the closed state). Even in this case, the game ball can be supplied to the first movable object side at a constant timing, and as a result, the jackpot transition frequency can be brought closer to the design value.

  Furthermore, since the standby time is determined by the small hit symbol, by preparing a standby time reference table associated with the small hit symbol, it is possible to reduce the standby time without separately acquiring the random number for the standby time. In addition to being able to determine, it is possible to adjust the jackpot transition frequency by adjusting the appearance frequency of various jackpots, so that it is possible to follow the conventional specifications.

  Furthermore, when the small bonus symbol is in a specific mode, the standby time is set so that the timing is likely to be a big hit. There is an effect that it is possible to win a jackpot as scheduled simply by selecting a mode.

  Further, when a big hit is caused by a small hitting symbol in a special symbol (special mode), the variable member provided at the starting port is likely to be in an open state, that is, a state where it is easy to enter the starting port. Since it is comprised so that the situation where it is easy to draw a big hit continuously once a big hit can be constructed, it is possible to improve the interest of the game. Further, it is possible to make it different from the short-time transition probability derived from the calculation based on the small hit probability, and there is an effect that the probability is difficult to be recognized by the player.

  Furthermore, since the frequency of the symbol (special mode) in which the variable member is likely to be in the open state after the big hit is given to the small hit symbol (specific mode) that is easily connected to the big hit, the jackpot is easily transferred to the jackpot and the jackpot As a result, it becomes easier to win the jackpot again later, so that it is possible to construct a more advantageous situation and to further improve the interest of the game.

  Furthermore, after the small hit symbol stops, the first movable object that is the point of allocation to the specific area is in the first state (position state advantageous for the player) and the second state (position state unfavorable for the player). In addition to the regular displacement, the waiting time from when the small hit symbol stops until the sorting device is opened is selected from a plurality of patterns based on the small hit symbol, and there are a plurality of small hit symbols (special mode) ) Is a waiting time that does not pass through a specific area even if a game ball enters the sorting device due to the stoppage of the small hit symbol, and fraud is detected. Since the special mode is forcibly selected in the case of a fraud, if a fraud is detected, it will not pass through a specific area (ie, a big hit can be avoided). In addition to being able to eliminate the disadvantages on the side, it is difficult to understand that the countermeasures for illegal acts were taken in comparison with the conventional methods such as changes in the structure of an accessory, so it is difficult for players to counter illegal acts. The effect is that it can be avoided to realize that it was taken.

  Furthermore, since it is configured to notify the outside that there has been a fraudulent activity when a fraudulent activity is detected, the hall can immediately recognize that the fraudulent activity has been detected and will not be aware of the external notification. This has the effect of making it possible to take appropriate measures against the fraudster before the fraudster escapes.

  Next, a modified example of the best mode will be described with reference to FIG. In this best mode, if it is desired to make a big hit, the game ball is always distributed to the specific area 2333 regardless of the timing when the game ball enters the sorting device 2330. The game ball that has entered the distribution device 2330 is temporarily held by the stopper member 2336 so that the game ball is always distributed to the normal area 2334 even if the game ball enters the distribution device 2330 at any timing. The stopper member 2336 is released from being held at a desired timing. However, the stopper member 2336 may not necessarily exist if the game ball that has entered the sorting device 2330 is always directed to the sorting unit (rotary body in this example) at a constant timing. . For example, as shown in FIG. 31, a space for holding a game ball is provided in the honey part of the sorting apparatus, and at least one ball remains held when the honey part is open {FIG. 31 (a)}. When the honey portion is closed, the hold state is released, and the held game ball moves downstream (FIG. 31 (b)). At the timing of closing, the game ball moves to the distribution unit. Thus, according to this change, since the stopper member is not required, the drive control process for the stopper member is not required, and the processing load is reduced, and the number of parts can be reduced.

Next, another modification of the best mode will be described with reference to Table 6. In this best mode, the standby time is determined based on the stop symbol. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the standby time determination random number is acquired (for example, the timing at which the ball enters the start port, the ball enters the specific area, etc. The waiting time may be determined by referring to the lottery table. By configuring in this way, it is possible to give a possibility of developing a big jackpot to any small jackpot symbol.

Next, referring to Table 7, in this best mode, it is determined whether or not to give a time reduction after the big hit based on the stop symbol, and in the other modified example, the time reduction is given in a form associated with the waiting time. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a random number for determining whether or not to shorten the time is obtained (for example, the timing of entering the starting port, the timing of entering the specific area, etc.), and the lottery table It may be configured to determine whether or not a short-time game is possible with reference to the game. By configuring in this way, it is possible to give a possibility of shifting to a short-time game regardless of any small winning symbol or standby time. In this case, as shown in Table 7, the specific game control means 1180 in FIG. 7 includes a time-short lottery table separately from the standby time determination table.

Next, the second best mode of the present invention will be described. In the first best mode, the time-saving gaming state is uniformly uniform (the number of time-savings is 100 times). However, in this best mode, the time-saving gaming state has a plurality of states, and a table referred to for each state. (Stop symbol determination table or standby time determination table) is changed. This makes it possible to create an entertaining game as described below, particularly in the short-time game state. Hereinafter, as an example, three types of short-time game state (time-short game state A (for example, 30 times), short-time game state B (for example, 10 times), and short-time game state C (for example, 100 times) will be described as examples. It should be noted that when the short game state is set, for example, the specific game control means 1180 obtains a random number at a predetermined timing (for example, when entering the start opening, passing through a specific area, etc.) Determine by referring to the table.

<< First Example (1): Table configuration capable of varying the short-time entry rate >>
The upper part of FIG. 32 is an example of a special symbol stop symbol determination table prepared for each gaming state and special symbol. Here, what should be particularly noted in this example is the small special symbol determination table for the second special symbol, which is the dotted-lined portion in the drawing. First, there are nine types of B21 to B29 for the small special symbol of the second special symbol. In the normal game state, if B21, B23, B25, B27 and B29, which are odd numbers, are selected, a big hit will be given if the game ball enters the sorting device 2330 at the time of a small hit. (The selection rate is 136/256 = about 53%). Furthermore, of these, except for B29, after the jackpot development jackpot, it enters the short-time gaming state (120/136 = about 88%). However, it is almost impossible to expect to enter the second special figure starting port 2110 in the normal gaming state. Next, when entering the short-time game A, the table configuration is the same as in the normal game. However, when entering the short-time game state, unlike the normal game state, the ball enters the second special figure starting port 2110 and is preferentially digested over the first special symbol. Will continue. Next, when entering into the short-time game B, the selection rate of the small hits that can be a big hit is about 53%, as in the normal game and the short-time game A. However, unlike normal games and short-time games A, the short-time rush rate in the case of a small hit development jackpot during the short-time games is high enough to shift to short-time games (135/136 = about 99%). . Next, when entering the short-time game C, the selection rate of the small hits that can be a big hit is about 53%, as in the normal game and the short-time game A. However, unlike normal games and short-time games A, the short-time rush rate in the case of small hits and big hits during the short-time games is such a low value that it hardly shifts to short-time games (4/136 = about 3%). .

<< First Example (2): Table configuration capable of varying the short-time entry rate >>
In the first example (1), the special symbol stop symbol determination table is made different for each gaming state, and by changing the selection rate of each symbol of the small hit symbol, the short-time rush rate on the second special symbol side is increased. Although it is configured to be variable, the present invention is not limited to these, and the selection ratio of each symbol of the small hit symbol may be fixed, and the time-short state may be determined by a separate table. The lower part of FIG. 32 is a short-time lottery table provided for each gaming state. Even if comprised in this way, it becomes possible to implement | achieve a different short time rush rate for every gaming state similarly to said 1st example (1).

<< Second Example (1): Table configuration capable of changing the jackpot development jackpot rate >>
The upper part of FIG. 33 is an example of a special symbol stop symbol determination table prepared for each gaming state and special symbol. Here, what should be particularly noted in this example is the small special symbol determination table for the second special symbol, which is the dotted-lined portion in the drawing. As described above, first, there are nine types of B21 to B29 as the small special symbols of the second special symbol. In the normal game state, if B21, B23, B25, B27 and B29, which are odd numbers, are selected, a big hit will be given if the game ball enters the sorting device 2330 at the time of a small hit. (The selection rate is 136/256 = about 53%). However, it is almost impossible to expect to enter the second special figure starting port 2110 in the normal gaming state. Next, when entering the short-time game A, the table configuration is the same as in the normal game. However, when entering the short-time game B, when entering the short-time game state, unlike the normal game state, the ball enters the second special figure starting port 2110 and is preferentially digested over the first special symbol, so most of the game has developed a big hit Win a possible small hit (238/256 = approximately 93%). Next, when entering the short-time game C, contrary to the short-time game B, it is hardly won in the small hits that can develop big hits (17/256 = about 7%). Thus, in this example, the time-short game B with a small number of time reductions is likely to be a big hit, and the time reduction number C with a large number of time reductions is not likely to be a big hit.

<< Second example (2): Table configuration capable of changing the jackpot development jackpot rate >>
In the second example (1), the special symbol stop symbol determination table is made different for each gaming state, and the selection rate of each symbol of the small bonus symbol is changed, so that the small bonus development jackpot on the second special symbol side is changed. Although the rate is configured to be variable, the rate is not limited to these, and the standby time determination table may be provided for each gaming state while the selection rate of each symbol of the small hit symbol is fixed. . The lower part of FIG. 33 is a standby time determination table provided for each gaming state. Even if comprised in this way, similarly to said 2nd example (1), it becomes possible to implement | achieve a different small hit development jackpot rate for every gaming state.

《Third example: Table configuration that gives expectation to hold after completion of time reduction》
As described above, since the electric chew is easily opened under the condition that the time reduction flag is on, the second special figure starting port can easily enter the ball. However, the timing at which the time reduction flag is turned off and the timing at which the electric chew becomes difficult to open are not necessarily the same. In this best mode, the hourly flag is turned off when the number of fluctuations of the special symbol reaches a predetermined number after the big hit, but if the hourly flag is on at the time when the electric Chu starts opening, Even when is turned off, it is kept open for a predetermined time when the time reduction flag is on. Therefore, it is possible to have a game with an interest as described below at the boundary between the ON and OFF of the short time flag.

(Table configuration that gives expectation of jackpot with hourly entry rate for hold after hourly closing)
Describing with reference to FIG. 32, at the time C-1 hour related to the second special symbol, the time entry rate is very low (4/136 = about 3%) even when the small hit development jackpot. On the other hand, if the player leaves the short C-1 at this time, the remaining holding balls (maximum of four in the best mode) have a much shorter time entry rate (120/136 = about 88%). As described above, the suspension after the short-time end can be positioned as so-called “several times of crying”, and high expectation can be given to the player. Here, FIG. 34 shows the change of the selected small hit symbol when the second special symbol is lost from the time shortening C-1 (FIG. 32) to the normal time (FIG. 32). For ease of understanding, it is assumed that the variation results of the second special symbol are all small hits, and all the symbol determination random numbers are “20”. Therefore, as described above, even if a big hit is made during the short time C-1, the short time rush rate is very low (4/136 = about 3%), so the player is not completely pleased with the big hit. However, since the number of times after exiting from the short time C-1 continuously fluctuates, multiple lottery opportunities are given in a short time, and in the case of a big hit in this period (normal game), the short time rush rate Is high (120/136 = about 88%), the player has a high expectation for winning a short-term jackpot.

(Table configuration that gives expectation to high jackpot development jackpot for hold after short-term end)
Explaining with reference to FIG. 33, at the time C-3 at the time of the second special symbol, even if the jackpot development jackpot is hit, the jackpot development jackpot rate is very low (17/256 = about 7%) ). On the other hand, if the player exits from the short C-3 at this time, the remaining reserved balls (up to 4 in the best mode) have a much smaller hitting jackpot rate (the selection rate is 136). / 256 = about 53%). As described above, the suspension after the short-time end can be positioned as so-called “several times of crying”, and high expectation can be given to the player. Here, FIG. 34 shows the change in the selected small hit symbol when the second special symbol is lost from the short time C-3 (FIG. 33) to the normal time (FIG. 33). For ease of understanding, it is assumed that the variation results of the second special symbol are all small hits, and all the symbol determination random numbers are “20”. Therefore, as described above, during the time short C-3, the jackpot development jackpot rate is very low (17/256 = about 7%), so the player does not have high expectations for the jackpot. There are, however, several times after exiting from the short C-3, so that the lottery opportunity is given several times in a short time, and during this period (ordinary game), a high small hit development jackpot rate is obtained ( Since these selection rates are 136/256 = about 53%), the player has a high expectation for the jackpot.

  According to this best mode, even if the profit status granted to the player is essentially determined by the stop symbol, it will shift to the small hit development jackpot only when the mechanical distribution is cleared Therefore, as a result of less awareness of the stop symbol compared to the conventional machine, the selection frequency of the specific mode and / or the selection frequency of the special mode is internally changed to the first main game (first special figure) side and the second main game. Even if it is configured to be different on the game (second special figure) side, the game result (transition to special game or specific game) is illusioned to be due to mechanical distribution to the end, and the internal configuration as described above is used. It is difficult to realize this, and it is possible to improve the fun of the game.

  Furthermore, regarding the second main game (the second special figure side game) that is likely to be executed in the auxiliary game side specific game state (short-time game), it is specified in the auxiliary game side specific game state and in the auxiliary game side normal game state Since the selection frequency of the mode and / or the selection frequency of the special mode is different, the game result (transition to the special game or the specific game) is guaranteed to be the illusion of mechanical distribution. However, there is an effect that the degree of profit given to the player can be changed to a desired degree.

  Furthermore, regarding the second main game (the second special figure side game) that is likely to be executed in the auxiliary game side specific game state, the first auxiliary game side specific game state (for example, the short time state A) and the second auxiliary game side specific game Since the selection frequency of the specific mode and / or the selection frequency of the special mode is different depending on the state (for example, the short time state B), the game result (transition to the special game or the specific game) is only mechanical. There is an effect that the level of profit given to the player can be varied to a desired level while ensuring the situation that is illusioned to be due to the distribution.

  Furthermore, after the small hit symbol stops, the first movable object that is the point of allocation to the specific area is in the first state (position state advantageous for the player) and the second state (position state unfavorable for the player). In addition to the regular displacement, the waiting time from when the small hit symbol stops until the sorting device is opened is selected from a plurality of patterns based on the small hit symbol, and there are a plurality of small hit symbols (special mode) With regard to at least one of the above), since it is configured to be a standby time that does not pass through a specific area even when a game ball enters the sorting device due to the stop of the small hit symbol, By adjusting the appearance frequency of special modes, the passing rate of a specific area can be changed without adjusting an accessory (such as a structural change). As a result, design changes and development of machines with different specifications It is possible to easily perform the design changes in an effect that since the different states changes beneficial state for the player can be easily achieved is possible to provide a novel game.

  Furthermore, when the auxiliary gaming side gaming state (auxiliary gaming side normal gaming state / auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state) is different, the selection frequency of the special mode is different as the small winning symbol, so the first start port By combining the ease of entering the ball and the ease of entering the specific area, there is an effect that it is possible to provide a variety of playability. Specifically, the following four types are assumed. First, as the first gaming property, when “auxiliary gaming side gaming state = normal gaming state” and “special mode selection frequency = small”, it is difficult to enter the first starting port, but the first starting port When a game ball enters the sorting apparatus after entering the ball, it is easy to flow into a specific area. In addition, as the second game, when “auxiliary game side game state = normal game state” and “special mode selection frequency = high”, it is difficult to enter the first start port and enter the first start port. Even when a game ball enters the sorting device after being balled, it is difficult to flow into the specific area. In addition, as a third game, when “auxiliary game side game state = specific game state” and “special mode selection frequency = low”, it is easy to enter the first start port and enter the first start port. Even if a game ball enters the sorting device after the ball, it is easy to flow into the specific area. Finally, as the fourth gaming property, when “auxiliary gaming side gaming state = specific gaming state” and “special mode selection frequency = high”, it is easy to enter the first starting port, but the first starting port When a game ball enters the sorting apparatus and enters the sorting device, it is difficult to flow into the specific area. Therefore, for example, when transitioning from the fourth gaming property to the first gaming property, that is, the auxiliary gaming side gaming state is a specific gaming state (that is, a state in which a gaming ball easily enters the first gaming side starting port). In a situation where there is a holding ball due to the fact that the game state is shifted to the normal gaming state, the passing rate of the specific area is X times as many as the number of the holding ball. Can be built.

  Furthermore, when the auxiliary gaming side gaming state (first auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state / second auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state) is different, it is configured so that the selection frequency of the special mode is different as a small hit pattern, By combining the ease of entering the first start opening and the ease of entering the specific area, there is an effect that it is possible to provide a variety of playability. For example, “the number of continuations of the first auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state> the number of continuations of the second auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state” and “the selection frequency of the special mode in the first auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state> the second auxiliary gaming side In the case of the “specific mode selection frequency in the specific game state”, in the first auxiliary game side specific game state, the number of distributions (number of lotteries) by the distribution device increases, but the passing rate of the specific area is low. On the other hand, in the second auxiliary game side specific game state, the game performance is such that the number of distributions (number of lotteries) by the distribution device is small, but the passing rate of the specific area is high. Also, “the number of continuations of the first auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state> the number of continuations of the second auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state” and “the frequency of selection of the special mode in the first auxiliary gaming side specific gaming state <second auxiliary gaming side In the case of “selection frequency of special mode in specific game state”, in the first auxiliary game side specific game state, the number of times of allocation (number of lotteries) by the allocation device increases and the passing rate of the specific area is high. On the other hand, in the second auxiliary game side specific game state, the game is such that the number of times of allocation (number of lotteries) by the allocation device is small and the passing rate of the specific area is also low.

1120 Random Number Acquisition Determination Execution Unit 1123 Universal Random Number Acquisition Determination Execution Unit 1140 Symbol Content Determining Unit 1141b First Special Figure Profit Granting Inhibiting Unit 1142b Second Special Figure Profit Granting Inhibiting Unit 1143 Universal Figure Content Determining Unit 1150 Display Control Unit 1154 Control means 1160 Electric chew opening / closing control means 1165a Standby time determining means 1165b Heater member opening / closing control means 1165c Rotating body displacement control means 1165d Stopper member release control means 1170 Special game control means 1180 Specific game control means 1196 Fraud detection management means 2110 Second special Drawing start port 2112 2nd special figure start opening electric accessory 2131 1st special figure display part 2210 1st special figure start opening 2231 2nd special figure display part 2330 Sorting device 2331 Specific area 2331a Honey member opening and closing drive means 2335 Rotating body 23 5a rotary body drive means 2336 stopper member 2336a stopper member driving means 2410 Hiroshizu starting opening 2421 Hiroshizu display unit

Claims (3)

An allotment with a specific area inside;
A pachinko gaming machine having special game control means for shifting to a special game advantageous to the player when a game ball enters a specific area under a predetermined condition,
The allocator is
A member that can be opened and closed, and in the open state, a game ball that exists in the game area can be introduced into the distribution body, while in a closed state, the game ball that exists in the game area can be introduced into the distribution body. An opening and closing member that cannot be introduced;
An opening / closing member driving means for opening / closing the opening / closing member;
Open / close member drive control means for controlling opening / closing of the open / close member drive means;
A member that is arranged upstream of a specific area in the distribution body and can be regularly displaced in the first state and the second state, and when the game ball reaches the member in the first state The first movable object in which the game ball is easily guided to a specific area as compared to the second state,
First movable object displacement means for performing displacement of the first movable object;
First movable object displacement control means for controlling the displacement of the first movable object displacement means,
Pachinko machines
The first main game side start opening where game balls can enter,
A first main game side identification information display unit capable of variable display and stop display of the first main game side identification information;
First main game side random number acquisition means for acquiring a first main game side random number based on a game ball entering the first main game side start port;
First main game side identification information display content determining means for determining stop identification information of the first main game side identification information based on the first main game side random number;
In accordance with the display content determined by the first main game side identification information display content determination means, the first main game side identification information display unit displays the first main game side identification information in a predetermined time, and then displays the first main game side identification information. A pachinko gaming machine having first main game side identification information display control means for controlling to display stop identification information of information,
The open / close drive control means drives and controls the open / close member drive means so that the open / close member is changed from the closed state to the open state when the stop identification information of the first main game side identification information is in a predetermined mode.
The special game control means is configured such that a game ball that has entered the distribution body when the opening / closing member is opened when the stop identification information of the first main game side identification information is in a predetermined mode enters the specific area. In the case of a pachinko gaming machine configured to shift to a special game advantageous to the player,
The first movable object displacement control means controls the first movable object displacement means immediately after the first main game side identification information stops in the predetermined mode, and starts the displacement of the first movable object at the default position,
The opening / closing drive control means is
It further has a standby time determination means for determining a standby time from when the first main game side identification information is stopped in the predetermined mode until the opening / closing member is driven from the closed state to the open state,
The waiting time determining means determines one waiting time from a plurality of patterns based on the predetermined mode which is the stop identification information of the first main gaming side identification information determined by the first main gaming side identification information display content determining means. In addition, in the case of a special mode that is at least one of the predetermined modes in which there are a plurality of stop identification information of the first main game side identification information determined by the first main game side identification information display content determination means When the opening / closing member is changed from the closed state to the open state after the standby time has elapsed, when the game ball that has entered the sorting body reaches the first movable object, the standby is such that the first movable object is in the second state. A pachinko machine characterized by determining time. A variable member provided in the first starting port, which can take an open state and a closed state, and in which the game ball can easily enter the first starting port in the open state compared to the closed state ,
Variable member opening and closing drive means for opening and closing the variable member;
Auxiliary game side start opening where game balls can enter,
An auxiliary game side identification information display unit capable of variably displaying and stopping the auxiliary game side identification information; and
Auxiliary game side random number acquisition means for acquiring an auxiliary game side random number related to the open driving of the variable member based on the game ball entering the auxiliary game side start port,
Auxiliary game side identification information display content determination means for determining stop identification information of the auxiliary game side identification information based on the auxiliary game side random number;
In accordance with the display content determined by the auxiliary game side identification information display content determining means, the auxiliary game side is controlled to display the stop identification information after the auxiliary game side identification information display unit fluctuates and displays for a predetermined time in the auxiliary game side identification information display unit. Identification information display control means;
Variable member drive control means for driving and controlling the variable member to be in an open state when the stop identification information of the auxiliary game side identification information is in a predetermined mode;
It has auxiliary game side specific game transition control means that can shift to the auxiliary game side specific game state where the variable member is likely to be in the relatively open state after the special game ends compared to the auxiliary game side normal game state. ,
The first main game side identification information display content determination means determines the predetermined mode as stop identification information of the first main game side identification information at different frequencies in the auxiliary game side normal game state and the auxiliary game side specific game state. The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 1. A variable member provided in the first starting port, which can take an open state and a closed state, and in which the game ball can easily enter the first starting port in the open state compared to the closed state ,
Variable member opening and closing drive means for opening and closing the variable member;
Auxiliary game side start opening where game balls can enter,
An auxiliary game side identification information display unit capable of variably displaying and stopping the auxiliary game side identification information; and
Auxiliary game side random number acquisition means for acquiring an auxiliary game side random number related to the open driving of the variable member based on the game ball entering the auxiliary game side start port,
Auxiliary game side identification information display content determination means for determining stop identification information of the auxiliary game side identification information based on the auxiliary game side random number;
In accordance with the display content determined by the auxiliary game side identification information display content determining means, the auxiliary game side is controlled to display the stop identification information after the auxiliary game side identification information display unit fluctuates and displays for a predetermined time in the auxiliary game side identification information display unit. Identification information display control means;
Variable member drive control means for driving and controlling the variable member to be in an open state when the stop identification information of the auxiliary game side identification information is in a predetermined mode;
It has auxiliary game side specific game transition control means that can shift to the auxiliary game side specific game state where the variable member is likely to be in the relatively open state after the special game ends compared to the auxiliary game side normal game state. ,
Here, as the auxiliary game side specific game state, there is at least a first auxiliary game side specific game state and a second auxiliary game side specific game state,
The first main game side identification information display content determining means has the predetermined frequency as the stop identification information of the first main game side identification information at a different frequency between the first auxiliary game side specific game state and the second auxiliary game side specific game state. The pachinko gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein an aspect is determined.