JP2012205935A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine including a movable Yakumono (accessory) which can execute powerful performance in conjunction with the display of a display device.SOLUTION: The game machine includes: a game board (10) having a playfield on the front surface; the display device (21); and the movable Yakumono (221) having a movable member which can move in the vicinity of the display device. The display device can execute a variable display game in which a plurality of discrimination information pieces are variably displayed. If the result of the variable display game is a special display result mode, a game state advantageous to a player may be provided. The movable member has a subordinate display device (260), and the movable Yakumono device has a Yakumono driving mechanism for moving the movable member to the front surface side of the display device. The Yakumono driving mechanism is configured to displace a display surface of the subordinate display device by moving the movable member to the front surface side of the display device.

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  Conventionally, when a game ball flows into or passes through a predetermined area (for example, a gate or a start port) provided in a game area, a plurality of identification symbol groups are changed on a variable indicator, and after a while, the change of the identification symbol is stopped. However, there is a pachinko gaming machine in which a predetermined privilege is given to a player according to the stop result (combination of stop symbols).

By the way, the display becomes monotonous only by the change display game by the change and stop of the identification symbol, and the player gets bored with the change display game. Therefore, a gaming machine has been proposed in which a movable body configured to rotate in accordance with the fluctuation display is provided in the vicinity of the fluctuation display (Patent Document 1).
According to such a configuration, not only the variable display on the screen of the display but also the movement of the movable body is added, so that the player can enjoy the game while watching the movement of the image and the movable body.

However, in the gaming machine disclosed in Patent Document 1, the movable body provided at a predetermined position only rotates in accordance with the change display, and the change is poor. For this reason, the player gets bored with the change display and the operation of the movable body when familiar with it.
Therefore, by providing a movable member that moves to the front of the screen of the display, and performing an effect such that the actual movable member and the image of the display that does not exist operate in conjunction with the front of the display, A pachinko gaming machine that prevents players from getting bored has also been proposed (Patent Document 2).

JP-A-8-229204 JP 2001-25546 A

In the gaming machines described in Patent Documents 1 and 2, a powerful effect cannot be performed in conjunction with the display on the display device, and a highly unexpected effect cannot be performed.
This invention was made paying attention to the above subjects, and it aims at providing the game machine provided with the movable accessory apparatus which can perform powerful production in conjunction with the display of a display apparatus.

The invention described in claim 1
A movable accessory device having a movable member operable in the vicinity of the display device, wherein the display device is capable of executing a variable display game that varies a plurality of identification information, and the result of the variable display game is a special display result mode In the case of a gaming machine capable of generating a state advantageous to the player in the case of
The movable member includes a sub display device,
The movable accessory device is:
An accessory driving mechanism for moving the movable member to the front side of the display device;
The accessory driving mechanism is
The movable member is moved to the front side of the display device to displace the display surface of the sub display device.

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, the movable accessory device having the movable member operable in the vicinity of the display device is provided, the sub-display device is provided on the movable member, and the movable accessory device is provided with the movable member. The accessory driving mechanism is configured to move to the front side of the display device, and the accessory driving mechanism is configured to move the movable member to the front side of the display device to displace the display surface of the sub display device. Therefore, it becomes possible to realize a movable accessory device that can perform powerful effects in conjunction with the display of the display device.

  According to the present invention, it comprises a game board having a game area on the front surface, a display device and a movable accessory device having a movable member operable in the vicinity of the display device, and the display device displays a plurality of identification information. In a gaming machine capable of executing a variable display game that fluctuates, and capable of generating a state advantageous to a player when the result of the variable display game is a special display result mode, the movable member includes a secondary display device, The movable accessory device includes an accessory driving mechanism that moves the movable member to the front side of the display device, and the accessory driving mechanism moves the movable member to the front side of the display device, and Since the display surface of the sub display device is configured to be displaced, it is possible to realize a movable accessory device that can perform powerful effects in conjunction with the display of the display device, and to perform highly unexpected effects. The effect A.

It is the front view which looked at the gaming machine of one embodiment of the present invention from the front side. It is a front view which shows the structural example of the game board which comprises the game machine of embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system of the game machine of embodiment. It is a disassembled perspective view which shows the structure of the game board provided in the game machine of embodiment. It is a front view which shows the structural example of the back apparatus provided in the back of the center case of embodiment. It is the perspective view which looked at the accessory main body part of the movable accessory apparatus provided in the center case of embodiment from the front side. It is the perspective view which looked at the accessory main body part of the movable accessory apparatus provided in the center case of embodiment from the back side. It is a perspective view which shows the state in the middle of the movable member of the movable accessory apparatus provided in the center case of embodiment moving to the front side of a display apparatus. It is a perspective view which shows the state which the movable member of the movable accessory apparatus provided in the center case of embodiment moved to the front side of the display apparatus. It is a disassembled perspective view which shows the attachment structure of the movable accessory apparatus with respect to the production board unit in embodiment, and the structure of a production board unit. It is an exploded perspective view showing a more detailed configuration of the effect board unit. It is an expansion perspective view which shows the structure of the movable accessory apparatus in embodiment. (A) is a perspective view which shows the state in the middle of the movable member of a movable accessory apparatus moving to the front side of a display apparatus, (b) is a perspective view which shows the state which the movable member moved to the front side of a display apparatus. . It is a disassembled perspective view which shows the detailed structure of the movable accessory apparatus in embodiment. It is a disassembled perspective view which shows the structure of the drive mechanism of a movable accessory apparatus. It is an expansion perspective view which shows the state which assembled the drive mechanism of the movable accessory apparatus. It is a side view which shows the state which assembled the drive mechanism of the movable accessory apparatus. It is side surface explanatory drawing which shows the state before the movement of the movable member for demonstrating operation | movement of a movable accessory apparatus. It is side surface explanatory drawing which shows the state in the middle of the movement of the movable member for demonstrating operation | movement of a movable accessory apparatus. It is side surface explanatory drawing which shows the state after the movement of a movable member for demonstrating operation | movement of a movable accessory apparatus. It is the perspective view which looked at the movable accessory device in an embodiment from the back side. It is a perspective view which shows the wiring state before the movement of the movable member in the movable accessory apparatus of other embodiment which performed the wiring process, in the middle of movement, and after completion | finish of movement. It is a principal part expanded side view which shows the other method of the wiring process in the movable accessory apparatus of embodiment. It is a principal part expansion explanatory drawing which shows the example of the method of grouping the wiring by the wiring process of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the side lamp provided in the right end of a game area | region. It is explanatory drawing which shows the first half part of the production example using the movable accessory apparatus of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the latter half part of the example of an effect using the movable accessory apparatus of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the last stage of the example of an effect using the movable accessory apparatus of embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the modification of a movable accessory apparatus, and the example of an effect using it. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a main process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating special figure game processing. It is a flowchart for demonstrating special figure game branch processing. It is a state transition diagram for demonstrating the operating state of a gaming machine. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of a jackpot type. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of the breakdown at the time of jackpot winning. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of the game state which transfers after the big hit or the small hit end. It is a time chart for demonstrating the operation | movement aspect of the 2nd variable prize apparatus in a special game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the production | generation aspect in a common operation | movement aspect and a continuation effect. It is a figure for demonstrating the production | presentation aspect in a continuation production. It is a figure for demonstrating the modification in the effect aspect in a continuation effect. It is a flowchart for demonstrating a roundup fixed display process. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the round-up confirmation display process in the game machine of a 1st modification. It is a time chart for demonstrating the operation | movement aspect of the 2nd variable prize apparatus in the special game state in the game machine of a 2nd modification.

DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.
The gaming machine 1 of this embodiment includes a front frame 2, and the front frame 2 is assembled to a main body frame (outer frame) 3 via a hinge 4 so as to be capable of opening and closing. The game board 10 (see FIG. 2) is stored in a storage portion (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 2. A transparent member holding frame 5 that holds a transparent member (glass plate) such as a cover glass that covers the front surface of the game board 10 is attached to the front frame 2.

  In addition, an illuminating device (moving light) 6 having a built-in lamp or the like, and a lamp (LED) 7 for notifying a dispensing abnormality are provided above the transparent member holding frame 5. On the left and right sides of the transparent member holding frame 5, there are provided a speaker 8 that emits sound (for example, sound effect) and a decoration device 9 that has a built-in lamp and emits light for decoration. Below the front frame 2 are an upper plate 24 for supplying a game ball to a not-shown ball launching device, a lower plate 25 for storing game balls that are paid out in a state where the upper plate 24 is full, and a ball launching device. An operation unit 26 and the like are provided. Further, an effect button 27 having a built-in operation switch for receiving an operation input from the player is provided on the upper edge of the upper plate 24.

  In the gaming machine of this embodiment, when the player turns the operation unit 26, the hitting ball launching device launches the game ball supplied from the upper plate 24 toward the game area. In addition, when the player operates the effect button 27, it is possible to perform an effect in which the player's operation is intervened in the variable display game on the display device (see FIG. 2). Furthermore, on the front surface of the transparent member holding frame 5 above the upper plate 24, a ball rental button 28 that is operated when a player receives a ball rental from an adjacent ball rental machine, and a prepaid card is discharged from the card unit of the ball rental machine. A discharge button 29 or the like is provided for operation.

  FIG. 2 is a front view showing an embodiment of the game board. The game board 10 of the present embodiment has a substantially circular game area 12 surrounded by a guide rail 11 on the front surface, and a liquid crystal display device that executes a symbol variation display game at the center of the game area 12. A center case 20 with 21 is arranged. The liquid crystal display device 21 is provided at the center of the center case 20, and the center case 20 is formed such that a portion surrounding the liquid crystal display device 21 projects forward from the surface of the game board 10.

  Further, the center case 20 is provided with a movable accessory device 22 simulating a turbo engine so as to be positioned above the liquid crystal display device 21, and a decorative display 23 simulating a tachometer is provided on the right side of the center case 20. . Further, below the liquid crystal display device 21 below the center case 20 is a first rotation display 61 capable of displaying light in a manner of turning on the built-in lamp, and on the left side of the center case 20 is also the same. A second rotation indicator 62 capable of displaying light rotating in a lighting manner of the built-in lamp is provided.

  The liquid crystal display device 21 is configured by a dot matrix type liquid crystal display or the like, and can display identification information (design) such as letters, numbers, alphabets, and characters. In the liquid crystal display device 21, a symbol assigned as identification information is displayed in a variable manner (variable display) and a variable display game is performed. When the symbol is stopped, the stop symbol is displayed in a predetermined mode (for example, “3, 3”, When “7, 7”), a so-called winning state is generated. Below the center case 20, a start winning opening 13 is provided for giving a variation start condition for the liquid crystal display device 21. Also, on the right side of the start winning opening 13 is a normally variable winning apparatus that can be opened and closed left and right that is normally closed and cannot accept a game ball and has a second starting winning opening inside (Penden 1). 14 is disposed.

  Also, below the second variable winning device 16, a general gate 17 for providing a starting condition for the general variable game is arranged, and a general winning port 18 is arranged on the left and right sides of the start winning port 13, respectively. Has been. Further, a side lamp 50 incorporating an LED is disposed between the second variable winning device 16 at the right end of the game area 12 and the normal gate 17, and the outside of the game area 12, in the lower right corner of the game board 10. A collective display device 30 is provided for executing the special figure 1 and special figure 2 or the usual variable display game in one place.

  Further, below the start winning opening 13, the game ball is opened and closed back and forth according to the result of the fluctuation display game on the special figure 1 fluctuation display 31 and the special figure 2 fluctuation display 32 (in the case of a big hit or a small hit). A first variable prize winning device (first big prize opening) 15 that can be converted into a state that does not accept (a state in which a prize cannot be received) and a state that can be easily accepted (a state in which a prize can be received) is provided. Further, on the right side of the center case 20, the game is opened and closed back and forth according to the result of the fluctuation display game in the special figure 1 fluctuation display 31 and the special figure 2 fluctuation display 32 (in the case of big hit or small hit). A second variable winning device (second big prize opening) 16 that can be converted into a state in which a ball is not accepted (a state in which a winning is not possible) and a state in which a ball is easily accepted (a state in which a winning is possible) is provided. In other words, the first variable winning device (first big prize opening) 15 and the second variable winning device (second big prize winning port) 16 can be used in a special game where a game ball can be won and in an impossible winning situation. A special variable winning device that can be changed to a possible state.

  In the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, a game is played by launching a game ball (pachinko ball) from a launcher (not shown) toward the game area 12. The launched game balls flow down the game area 12 while changing the rolling direction by means of direction changing members (not shown) such as obstacle nails and windmills arranged at various locations in the game area 12, Wins the variable winning device 14, the variable winning devices (attackers) 15, 16, or the general winning port 18, or flows into the out port 19 provided at the lowermost part of the gaming area 12 and from the gaming area 12 to the back of the gaming board 10 Is discharged.

  A game ball won in the start winning opening 13, the normal variable winning device 14, or the variable winning devices 15, 16 is detected by a detection sensor (switch) provided therein. The winning ball detection signals detected by these sensors are stored in the storage area in the RAM of the game control device 100 (see FIG. 3) for a predetermined number of times (for example, four times) as a start winning memory. The stored number of the start winning memory is displayed on the start winning memory number display section of the collective display device 30.

  In addition, the game control device 100 plays a variable display game on the collective display device 30 based on the start winning memory. In parallel with this variation display game, the effect control device 130 performs a decoration variation display game on the liquid crystal display device 21 based on a command from the game control device 100. In addition, the determination of winning or losing as a result of each variation display game is performed based on a random number value extracted when a winning of a game ball to each starting winning opening is detected.

  The collective display device 30 includes a first display section (special figure 1 variable display) 31 and a second display section (special figure 2 variable display) 32 for a variable display game configured by segment type liquid crystal displays and the like. A third display unit (general map display 33) for a general-use variable display game, each composed of two upper and lower LED lamps, and a special map 1 memory display (35A) for notifying the special figure 1 start memory number, A special figure 2 memory display (35B) for notifying the special figure start memory number and a general figure memory display (35C) for notifying the general figure start memory number (see FIG. 3).

  Among the above display units, the first display unit (Special Figure 1 Fluctuation Display) 31 performs fluctuation by driving the central segment to blink while the variable display game is being executed, that is, while the liquid crystal display device 21 is performing the variable display. Display that it is in the middle. For example, when the game result is “out of”, the center segment is lit, and when the game result is “win”, the number “3” or “7” is lit and the game result is displayed. .

  Further, the second display unit (special figure 2 variable display) 32 is changing by driving the center segment to blink while the variable display game is being executed, that is, while the liquid crystal display device 21 is performing the variable display. Display. Then, for example, when the game result is “out”, the central segment is turned on, and when the game result is “win”, the number “7” is turned on and the game result is displayed. In other words, the first display unit (Special Figure 1 Fluctuation Display) 31, the second display unit (Special Figure 2 Fluctuation Display) 32, and the liquid crystal display device 21 are variable display devices. The figure change display game and the decoration special figure change display game) are displayed. On the other hand, the third display unit (common figure display) 33 composed of a pair of upper and lower lamps blinks the upper and lower lamps alternately to indicate that they are changing. When the game result is “out of”, the upper lamp is turned off and the lower lamp is turned on. When the game result is “hit”, the upper lamp is turned on and the lower lamp is turned off. Show the game results in the state.

  The holding display section 35A (special figure 1 storage display) is the number of winning balls to the start winning opening 13 which becomes the fluctuation start condition of the first display section (special figure 1 fluctuation display) 31 by two sets of upper and lower lamps. The number of undigested spheres (starting memory number = holding number) is displayed. Specifically, when the number of hold is “0”, all four lamps are turned off, and when the number of hold is “1”, only one lamp is turned on. When the number of holds is “2”, the two lamps are lit. When the number of holds is “3”, the three lamps are lit. When the number of holds is “4”, all four lamps are turned on. Turn on the light. The same holds for the hold display unit 35B (special figure 2 storage display), and the number of start memories (= holding number) of the normal variable winning device 14 that becomes the change start condition of the second display part (special figure 2 fluctuation display) 32. Is displayed in the same manner as the hold display section 35A (Special Figure 1 storage display).

  The hold display unit 35C (common figure display) is composed of a pair of upper and lower lamps, and the start memory number (= hold) of the start gate (17), which is the variation start condition of the third display unit (general display) 33 Number). Specifically, when the number of holdings is “0”, the two lamps are turned off, and when the number of holdings is “1”, only the upper lamp is turned on. When the number of holds is “2”, the two lamps are lit. When the number of holds is “3”, the upper lamp blinks, the lower lamp is lit, and when the number of holds is “4”. Causes the two lamps to blink.

  Next, a control system provided in a gaming machine including the gaming board 10 having the above-described configuration will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 3, the control system of the gaming machine in this embodiment includes a game control device 100 as game control means that controls the variable display game performed in the collective display device 30, and the game control device 100. And an effect control device 130 as effect control means for controlling the effect of the variable display game on the liquid crystal display device 21 based on the effect control command. Although not shown, a payout control device that controls the ball payout device based on a discharge control command from the game control device 100 and pays out award balls or the like is also provided.

  The game control device 100 includes a game one-chip microcomputer 110 having a CPU 111, a ROM 112, a RAM 113, and the like, a clock generation circuit 121 that generates an operation clock of the CPU, and an input / output interface (input I / F) 122. In the game one-chip microcomputer 110, the internal CPU 111 includes a control unit and a calculation unit, and performs calculation control. In addition, the game one-chip microcomputer 110 determines a winning determination random number and winning symbol for a variable display game executed in each variable display unit. Various random numbers such as a random number for winning symbols and a variation pattern random number for determining a variation pattern in a variation display game are also generated.

  In the RAM 113 inside the game one-chip microcomputer 110, a storage area for storing a game area winning opening, a detection switch ON signal provided in the winning apparatus, a storage area for the various random numbers, and a CPU 111 A work area and the like are provided. The ROM 112 inside the game one-chip microcomputer 110 stores game control programs and control data, and also determines the occurrence of each variation display game corresponding to the various random numbers described above. A winning determination value (including a determination table), a winning symbol determination value for determining a winning symbol, a variation pattern determination value for determining a variation pattern (variation mode), and the like are stored.

  In addition, the input interface 122 includes a winning ball detection switch (special drawing starting port sensor 1) 13a provided in the starting winning port 13 through a low-pass filter and a buffer gate, and a normal variation winning device (Fuden 1). 14, a winning ball detection switch (special drawing start sensor 2) 14a, a winning ball detection switch (general gate sensor) 17a provided in the general gate 17, and a general winning port 18 are provided. A winning ball detection switch (general winning mouth sensor) 18a, a winning ball detecting switch (first big winning port sensor) 15a provided in the first variable winning device (first big winning port) 15; A winning ball detection switch (second big prize opening sensor) 16a provided in the variable prize winning device (second big prize opening) 16 is connected. The input / output interface 122 relays various signals input from these switches and sensors and supplies them to the game one-chip microcomputer 110.

  Various control signals and drive signals output from the game one-chip microcomputer 110 are output from the input / output interface 122 via output ports and drivers (not shown), and the various displays 31 to 33, 35A to 35A of the collective display device 30. Open / close solenoid (general power SOL) 14b of the first variable winning device 15, open / close solenoid of the first variable winning device 15 (first big prize opening SOL) 15b, open / close solenoid of the second variable winning device 16 (second big prize) SOL) 16b, a signal for outputting information to a management device outside the gaming machine and the like is outputted to the external information terminal 70. Furthermore, a signal output from the game one-chip microcomputer 110 to the effect control device 130 is also output via the output interface 122.

  The effect control device 130 includes an arithmetic processing CPU 131, ROM 132, RAM 133, and the like, and also includes a clock generation circuit 134 and an input / output interface (input / output I / F) 135. The effect control device 130 performs control for the effect of the game based on various signals and effect control data (such as various commands) received from the game control device 100 via the input / output interface 135. Specifically, the volume change switch 41 (see FIG. 7) provided on the back of the movable accessory device 22 and the position of the movable member (nitro) in the movable accessory device 22 are detected via the input / output interface 135. Signals from the nitro position detection sensor 42, the sensor 27a in the effect button 27 on the front surface of the gaming machine, and the sensor 43 in the selection button (SELECT button) are input. Various control signals output from the CPU 131 are supplied to an output port and a driver (not shown) via the input / output interface 135, and a movable role imitating the turbo engine provided in the speaker 8 on the front frame and the center case 20 is provided. A decorative lamp / LED 22a and motors (provisional names: fan motor, nitro motor) 22b and 22c in the physical device 22, a motor 23a in the decorative display 23 imitating a tachometer, and a solenoid 22d in the movable accessory device 22 are driven. Is done.

  Next, the structure of the center case 20 and the movable accessory device 22 provided in the center of the game board 10 will be described. FIG. 4 shows an exploded perspective view of the gaming board 10 provided in the gaming machine of the present embodiment. As shown in FIG. 4, the gaming board 10 has an opening 10 a formed at the center, and a center case 20 having a similar opening 21 a is joined from the front side of the gaming board 10. The center case 20 has a bowl-shaped armor member 201 that prevents the game ball from flowing into the opening from the upper part to the upper part, and side walls that prevent the game ball from flowing from the side to the opening on both sides. A member 202 is provided. Further, a stage portion 203 on which a game ball can roll is provided at the lower portion of the center case 20, and the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 21 is arranged in the center opening of the center case 20 so as to face forward. A rear device 210 that holds the liquid crystal display device 21 simulating a turbo engine and the movable accessory device 22 is joined to the back side of the game board 10.

  FIG. 5 shows an exploded perspective view of the rear device 210. As shown in FIG. 5, the rear device 210 has an opening 211 a formed at the center, a rear accessory board 211 to which a decoration indicator 23 imitating a tachometer is attached at the upper right, and an opening 211 a formed at the center. An attachment base member 212 that is coupled to the rear surface of the rear accessory board 211 and attaches the accessory device to the game board 10 and a liquid crystal panel 21A constituting the liquid crystal display device 21 are held on the front surface, and a turbo is formed from the back to the top. It is comprised from the accessory main body part 213 which mounted the said movable accessory apparatus 22 which imitated the engine, the cover member 214 etc. which cover this accessory main body part from back.

  FIG. 6 is an enlarged perspective view of the above-mentioned accessory body 213 viewed from the front side, and FIG. 7 is an enlarged perspective view of the accessory body 213 viewed from the back side. As shown in FIG. 6, the accessory body 213 includes an effect board unit 213A joined from the rear to the peripheral edge of the opening 10a of the game board 10, and a liquid crystal display device mounted on the front surface of the effect board unit 213A. The movable accessory device 22 simulating a turbo engine is placed on the production board unit 213A. Further, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the wiring drawn out from the movable accessory device 22 is scattered on the back side of the effect board unit 213 </ b> A so that the movable accessory device 22 is smoothly rotated. A wiring processing member 213B is provided so as not to interfere.

  Furthermore, on the back side of the effect board unit 213A, as shown in FIG. 7, a first drive mechanism cover member 213C and a second drive mechanism cover member 213C that are adjacent to the wiring processing member 213B and cover the drive mechanism portion on the back of the movable accessory device 22 are provided. A drive mechanism cover member 213D is provided. Also, a motor (nitro motor) 22c (see FIG. 3) for rotating the movable member (nitro fan unit) of the movable accessory device 22 is disposed in the vicinity of the second drive mechanism cover member 213D. A volume change switch 41 (see FIG. 3) is provided at the lower right corner on the back side of the substrate unit 213A. When the nitro motor 22c is driven, as shown in FIG. 8, the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 fluctuates so as to fall down while moving forward, and finally, as shown in FIG. In addition, the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 is moved to the position just before the front surface of the liquid crystal panel 21A.

  Here, the attachment structure of the movable accessory device 22 to the effect board unit 213A and the structure of the effect board unit 213A will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 10, the effect board unit 213 </ b> A includes a base substrate 242 having a liquid crystal panel storage unit 241 on the front surface, and a panel cover member 243 that covers the front surface of the panel with the liquid crystal panel 21 </ b> A stored in the liquid crystal panel storage unit 241. And a collar member 244 that is attached to the upper end of the base substrate 242 and fixes the upper end of the liquid crystal panel 21A. The movable accessory device 22 holds the drive mechanism of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 on the back surface side, and is fixed to the base substrate 242 with the front surface bonded to the back surface of the base substrate 242 of the effect substrate unit 213A. The mounting base member 222 is provided.

  That is, in this embodiment, the display device 21 and the movable accessory device 22 are configured to be integrated by being mounted on the front surface and the back surface of the base substrate 242 respectively. Further, the wiring processing member 213B is fixed to the mounting base member 222 at a predetermined interval. The interval between the mounting base member 222 and the wiring processing member 213B is configured to be secured by a pedestal 213b formed to protrude forward on the front surface of the wiring processing member 213B.

  For example, in the technique disclosed in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2001-25546, since the movable accessory device and the display device are configured as separate devices, the movable member of the movable accessory device is located in front of the display device. However, in this embodiment, the movable accessory device 22 and the display device 21 are integrated by the base substrate 242 as a substrate member as described above. Since it is configured, the movable member 221 can be stopped close to the position of the display screen accurately, thereby enabling a powerful performance.

  FIG. 11 shows a more detailed configuration of the effect board unit 213A. As shown in FIG. 11, the effect board unit 213A has a liquid crystal display via a board plate 245 having a shield function for blocking noise generated from the liquid crystal panel on the back side of the base board 242 having the liquid crystal panel housing 241. An effect control board 246 on which electronic components such as an IC, a resistor, and a capacitor constituting a control circuit for controlling the device 21 and a liquid crystal drive circuit are mounted, and an effect board covering member 247 that covers the back side of the effect control board 246. Is configured to be mounted. In this way, the effect control board 246 on which the control circuit for controlling the liquid crystal display device 21 is mounted via the substrate plate 245 having a shield function is joined to the back surface side of the base substrate 242 as the substrate member. The display device and the entire movable accessory device including the device can be configured compactly, the space on the back of the game board can be used effectively, and noise can be cut off between the liquid crystal display device and the effect control board. Since the shield is provided, it is possible to prevent the circuit on the effect control board 246 from malfunctioning.

  FIG. 12 shows an enlarged perspective view of the movable accessory device 22. As shown in FIG. 12, the movable accessory device 22 has a movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 mounted on a support member 223, and a rotatable fan member 224 on the front surface of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221. Is provided. Although not shown in FIG. 12, the fan member 224 is disposed behind the fan member 224 and inside the unit, but a motor (fan motor) 22b for rotating the fan member 224 and a plurality of decorative lamps / LEDs 22a arranged concentrically ( As shown in FIG. 3, the decorative lamp / LED 22a is sequentially turned on in accordance with the rotation of the fan so that the effect of rotating the light is possible.

  FIG. 13 shows a perspective view of the movable accessory device 22 with the attachment base member 222 removed. Among these, (a) shows a state in which the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 is rotated halfway, and (b) shows a state in which the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 is rotated to the end. As shown in FIG. 13B, the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 is provided at the tip of the inverted L-shaped first arm member 225A located on the outer side and the second arm member 225B located on the inner side. It is attached and the two arms cooperate to enable relatively large vertical rotation (falling operation) and small vertical rotation (swinging operation) along the arc.

  The first arm member 225A is configured to be rotated by a cam 226 rotated by a motor (nitro motor) 22c. Although not particularly limited, in this embodiment, the support shaft 225b on the base end side of the second arm member 225B is engaged with a guide hole 225a provided on the side wall of the first arm member 225A. The movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 swings downward as the support shaft 225b moves from the rear to the front along the guide hole 225a.

  FIG. 14 is an exploded perspective view of the movable accessory device 22. As shown in FIG. 14, the movable accessory device 22 has a pair of vertical and parallel upright walls 222a and 222a and is attached to the back surface of the base substrate 242 (see FIG. 10) of the effect substrate unit 213A. A member 222, a movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 inserted between the upright walls 222a and 222a from above, a first drive mechanism cover member 213C and a second drive mechanism cover disposed on both sides of the movable member 221 A member 213D, a motor (nitro motor) 22c for rotating the first arm member 225A, a first arm member 225A and a second arm member 225B for supporting a movable member (nitrofan unit) 221, and a first The engaging member 227 for linking the operations of the arm member 225A and the second arm member 225B, and the movable member 221 pulls it. Etc. and a the wiring process member 213B for processing the issued wiring. The cam 226 is mounted on a cam shaft 226A rotated by a motor (nitro motor) 22c, and the position of a movable member (nitro fan unit) 221 is detected at the tip of the cam shaft 22A by a nitro position detection sensor 42. Therefore, a position detection member 228 having a notch formed in a part of the outer periphery is fixed.

  FIG. 15 is an exploded perspective view of the drive mechanism portion of the movable accessory device 22. The cam 226 has a first cam surface 226a formed over almost half of the outer periphery, and a second cam surface 226b formed on a part of both side surfaces of the first cam surface 226a. The second arm member 225B is provided with a support shaft 225b formed to protrude left and right at the rear end, the front end is divided into two forks, and the rear end of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 and the relevant end A shaft hole 225c is formed through which a shaft connecting the second arm member 225B is inserted.

  The first arm member 225A includes two parallel support pieces 251 and 251 extending forward, and a shaft hole 252 through which the rotation support shaft of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 is inserted is formed at the tip. Yes. Further, a guide hole 225a through which the support shaft 225b of the second arm member 225B is inserted is formed on the base side of the support piece 251, and the first cam surface 226a of the cam 226 is formed at the lower end of the vertical portion of the first arm member 225A. An abutment bar 253 that can abut on the is provided. Furthermore, two parallel leg portions 254 and 254 extending obliquely downward are provided at the lower end of the vertical portion of the first arm member 225A, and a support shaft serving as a rotation center of the second arm member 225B is provided at the tip thereof. A shaft hole member 225 to be inserted is formed so as to be horizontally mounted.

  The engaging member 227 includes a pair of wing and choking parts 271 and 271 that join the two support pieces 251 and 251 of the first arm member 225A from the outside at the tip, and a vertical part of the first arm member 225A. Slits 272, 272 for avoiding interference (collision) with the cam shaft 226A, and recesses 273, 273 for avoiding interference (collision) with the camshaft 226A. Shaft holes 274 and 274 through which the shaft is inserted are formed. Cam contact portions 275 that can contact the second cam surface 226b of the cam 226 are provided between the slit 272 and the recess 273 of the engaging member 227, respectively.

  FIG. 16 is a perspective view of a state in which the drive mechanism portion of the movable accessory device 22 is assembled, and FIG. 17 is a side view of the state in which the drive mechanism portion is assembled. In a state where the drive mechanism portion is assembled, the first arm member 225A is disposed in a posture such that the first arm member 225A can be held by the engaging member 227. The cam 226 is disposed so as to be positioned inside the leg portions 254, 254 of the first arm member 225A, and the contact bar 253 of the first arm member 225A contacts the first cam surface 226a (see FIG. 17). As a result, the cam 226 rotates and the contact bar 253 moves along the first cam surface 226a, so that the entire first arm member 225A falls forward due to the weight of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 at the tip. Or acts to stand backwards by the force of the motor.

  Further, a support shaft 225b provided at the rear end of the second arm member 225B is inserted into the guide hole 225a formed in the first arm member 225A, and the front end portion protruding outwardly is a blade at the upper end of the engagement member 227. It is engaged (contacted) inside the L-shaped portions of the narrowing portions 271 and 271. The cam contact portion 275 of the engagement member 227 is disposed on the second cam surface 226b of the cam 226 so that the cam contact portion 275 can come into contact therewith, and the engagement member 227 is rotated by the second cam surface 226b. The second arm member 225B is pulled rearward by the wing constriction portions 271 and 271 via the support shaft 225b as it is rotated rearward, so that the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 is raised. To do.

  Further, the second arm member 225B is movable around a shaft 229 that is inserted into the shaft hole 225c (see FIG. 15) at the tip of the second arm member 225B and connects the rear end of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 and the second arm member 225B. A winding spring 230 that urges the member (nitrofan unit) 221 in the standing direction is inserted. As shown in FIG. 17, the support member 251 of the first arm member 225 </ b> A is supported at the tip end of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 by a coupling shaft 232 inserted through a shaft hole 252 formed at the tip end. A support block 231 to which the member 223 is fixed at the front end is rotatably coupled around a horizontal axis. A shaft hole for inserting the shaft 229 coupled to the second arm member 225B is formed as a second engaging portion in the rear portion of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221.

  In the present embodiment, the first arm member 225A and the engaging member 227 are configured to be operated by one cam 226 having the first cam surface and the second cam surface. The first cam member having the first cam surface 226a and the second cam member having the second cam surface 226b may be divided. However, as in the embodiment, by integrally configuring the two cams, there is an advantage that the number of parts can be reduced and the accessory driving mechanism can be made compact, and the assembly position can be easily reduced by reducing the assembly process.

  Next, the operation of the drive mechanism of the movable accessory device 22 will be described with reference to FIGS. 18A to 18C. 18A shows a first state in which the first arm member 225A stands rearward, FIG. 18B shows a second state in which the first arm member 225A falls forward, and FIG. 18C shows the first arm member 225A. 3 shows the third state where the most fell forward. 18A, the contact bar 253 at the lower end of the first arm member 225A is in contact with the first cam surface 226a, and the cam contact portion 275 of the engagement member 227 is in contact with the second cam surface 226b. . At this time, the force that the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 tries to fall forward is such that the back surface of the wing and choking part 271 at the front end of the engaging member 227 is moved from the support shaft 225b at the rear end of the second arm member 225B. By preventing the movement, the second arm member 225B supports the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 by pulling it backward.

  When the cam 226 is rotated counterclockwise from this state, the second cam surface 226b moves forward, and the cam contact portion 275 follows the weight of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221, whereby the engaging member 227 is moved. Rotates forward (counterclockwise). Accordingly, the support shaft 225b at the rear end of the second arm member 225B moves forward in the guide hole 225a, and the second arm member 225B moves forward while rotating clockwise. The member (nitrofan unit) 221 rotates counterclockwise about the coupling shaft 232 inserted through the shaft hole as the first engaging portion formed in the movable member, and the state as shown in FIG. 18B is obtained. Become.

  When the cam 226 is further rotated counterclockwise from the state of FIG. 18B, the second cam surface 226b is separated from the cam contact portion 275, and the contact bar 253 of the first arm member 225A follows the first cam surface 226a. Thus, the first arm member 225A rotates forward (counterclockwise). As a result, the engaging member 227 and the second arm member 225B are rotated so as to fall forward, and the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 approaches the limit of the screen of the liquid crystal panel 21A, as shown in FIG. 18C. It becomes a state. In this way, the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 moves in two stages by a swinging (necking down) operation and a tilting operation by the first arm, so that the screen of the liquid crystal panel 21A is not provided with a large space in the front-rear direction. The movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 can be accurately brought close to the limit.

  The backward movement of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 is opposite to the above. First, the first cam surface 226a presses the contact bar 253 backward to rotate the first arm member 225A clockwise. Then, the second arm surface 226B is moved by causing the second cam surface 226b to push the cam contact portion 275 of the engagement member 227 rearward to rotate the engagement member 227 clockwise. Pulling the member (nitrofan unit) 221 backward to cause it returns to the state of FIG. 18A.

  For example, in the technique disclosed in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2001-25546, the movable member of the movable accessory device moves forward of the display device or moves upward of the display device by rotation of one arm member. Therefore, a large space for moving the movable member and the arm member is required, and it is necessary to increase the distance from the display screen of the display device to the glass plate. On the other hand, in the present embodiment, the first arm member 225A rotates around the rotation shaft as the first fulcrum inserted through the shaft hole member 255 located on the back portion of the display device, and the movable member 221 is rotated. Is rotated about the coupling shaft 232 as the second fulcrum, so that the movable member 221 moves from the upper side to the front side of the display device 21 across the upper end of the display device 21, so that the movable member and the arm member Since the moving space can be reduced or the movable member can be increased if the space is the same, a dynamic effect can be achieved by interlocking the display of the display device 21 with the movement of the movable member 221.

  In the present embodiment, the accessory driving mechanism has one end engaged with the first engagement portion of the movable member 221 and the other end rotated by the first shaft disposed on the back surface of the display device 21. A first arm member 225A that is pivotally supported and has a guide hole 225a formed between the first engaging portion and the first shaft, and one end of the first arm member 225A and the second engaging portion of the movable member 221. A second arm member 225B having an engagement shaft that is engaged and inserted into the guide hole 225a at the other end, one end pivotally supported by the first shaft, and the other end supported by the guide hole A first arm member 225A, a second arm member 225B, and an engagement member; and an engagement member 227 that engages with the inserted engagement shaft and can regulate the movement of the engagement shaft in the guide hole. 227, the movable member 221 straddles the upper end of the display device 21, and displays the display. Since the movable member and the arm member move from the upper side to the front side, the space for moving the movable member and the arm member can be reduced, or the movable member can be enlarged if the space is the same. A dynamic effect can be achieved by interlocking with the movement of 221.

  Further, the cam 226 is provided with a first cam surface 226a as a first cam portion and a second cam surface 226b as a second cam portion, and one drive source (nitro motor 22c) and one cam 226 are used. Since the first arm member 225A and the engagement member 227 can be rotated in separate rotation ranges, the accessory driving mechanism can be configured in a compact manner. Note that the engaging member 227, instead of rotating around the same axis as the first axis serving as the rotation center of the first arm member 225A, as in the above-described embodiment, is the rear surface of the display device 21. You may comprise so that it may rotate around the 2nd axis | shaft arrange | positioned to (the vicinity of the 1st axis | shaft is desirable).

  Next, how to perform wiring processing on the back portion of the movable accessory device 22 of the present embodiment will be described. As described above, the movable accessory device 22 is disposed behind the fan 224 in addition to the motor 22c for rotating the cam 226 and the motor 22b for rotating the front end fan 224 of the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221. Since the electric parts such as the decorative lamp / LED 22a (see FIG. 3) are provided, the number of wires for supplying power to these electric parts increases and the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 moves. It is necessary to leave a margin in the length of the wiring. However, if the length of the wiring is simply increased, the configuration of the drive mechanism of the movable accessory device 22 is complicated, and thus the wiring may be entangled with the components of the drive mechanism. Therefore, the movable accessory device 22 of the present embodiment is provided with a structure for processing so that the wiring does not get entangled with the drive mechanism on the back. The structure will be described below.

  FIG. 19 shows a perspective view of the movable accessory device 22 viewed from the rear. In this embodiment, one end is made of an elastic metal wire such as a piano wire or a stainless steel wire, and one end is fixed to the lower end side of the first drive mechanism cover member 213C by a stopper 311. The wire bundle 301 drawn from the fan motor 22b (see FIG. 3) in the movable member (nitro fan unit) 221 is locked with a clearance by the locking member 313. The locking member 313 is formed of, for example, a soft synthetic resin such as vinyl chloride, provided with an insertion hole having a diameter larger than the diameter of the bundle of wires, and the wiring bundle 301 is inserted into the insertion hole. The wiring bundle 301 is locked in a suspended state. Note that the lower end side of the wiring bundle 301 may be hooked on a U-shaped hook or the like provided on the lower side surface of the first drive mechanism cover member 213C.

  When the wiring bundle 301 is locked to the tip of the wiring locking piece 312 made of the elastic metal wire as described above, the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 moves forward or backwards to pull the wiring. When the wiring locking piece 312 is deformed while being kept at a distance between the wiring bundle 301 and the components constituting the driving mechanism, the wiring locking piece 312 is prevented from being entangled with the driving mechanism. As a result of deformation, it is possible to avoid the wiring being strongly bent and deteriorated. As a result, it is possible to realize a wiring locking structure that is less prone to failure and has excellent durability.

  FIG. 20 shows another embodiment of the wiring process provided on the back portion of the movable accessory device 22. In the wiring processing of this embodiment, a wiring processing member 320 having a plate portion that is flush with the rear wall of the first driving mechanism cover member 213C is provided on the side surface of the first driving mechanism cover member 213C, and a movable member ( The wiring bundle 303 drawn from the decorative lamp / LED 22a (see FIG. 3) in the nitro fan unit) 221 is routed to the back of the wiring processing member 320.

  According to this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 20 (a), when the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 is standing, the wiring bundle 303 is largely bent in the lateral direction, while as shown in FIG. 20 (c). In addition, when the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 is tilted forward, the wiring bundle 303 is in a substantially straight state. However, even if the movable member 221 moves largely back and forth, the wiring processing member 320 is not moved. As a result, the wiring bundle 303 bends in the lateral direction, and the wiring bundle 303 can be prevented from moving to the side of the drive mechanism and entangled with the components constituting the drive mechanism.

  Further, in this embodiment, in order to detect the position of the movable member 221, the wire bundle 302 drawn from the nitro position detection sensor 42 provided on the side of the drive mechanism of the movable accessory device and the fan motor 22b. In order to process the drawn wire bundle 301 in an orderly manner, as shown in FIG. 21A, a U-shaped hook 321 is provided on the lower side surface of the first drive mechanism cover member 213C, and a synthetic resin such as vinyl chloride is provided. The wiring bundles 301 and 302 are combined into one by the band-like binding member 322 formed in the above and fixed to the hook 321, and a pair of parallel regulating pieces 323 are provided on the wiring processing member 320 so as to face the hook 321. The bundling member 322 is inserted between the regulating pieces 323 so that the wiring is not displaced.

  Further, when there are a large number of wirings to be collected, as shown in FIG. 21B, the wiring bundle 301 is wrapped with a wiring cover 331 made of a vinyl sheet or the like, one end is fixed with an adhesive tape 332, and the other end is a binding member. You may comprise so that it may bind by 322. The bundling member 322 is provided with a fastener that can be locked by engaging with each other at both ends of a belt-like member.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, since the movable member 221 of the movable accessory device 22 has a sufficient length of wiring even when the movable member 221 moves to the front side of the display device 21, the wiring is movable. Will not hinder the movement. In addition, since the wiring processing member 320 as the wiring processing means is provided, the wiring does not interfere with the movement of the movable member even when the movable member 221 returns to the vicinity of the upper end of the display device 21, and does not interfere with the accessory driving mechanism. Therefore, it is possible to avoid a malfunction or failure.

  Next, the side lamp 50 provided between the second variable winning device 16 at the right end of the game area 12 and the general gate 17 will be described with reference to FIG. 22A is a perspective view of the entire side lamp 50, FIG. 22B is a front view of the side lamp 50, FIG. 22C is a sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. 22B, and FIG. The perspective view of the state which removed the lens cover of the lamp | ramp 50, (e) is the side view which looked at the state which removed the lens cover from the side. As shown in FIG. 22 (d), the side lamp 50 of the present embodiment includes an opening 51a where the LED faces from the rear, a mounting plate part 51b joined to the front surface of the game board, and a decorative part 51c having irregularities formed on the surface. And a lens cover 52 made of a transparent or translucent material and covering the decorative portion 51c.

  In the gaming machine of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, the side lamp 50 is disposed in the area where the game ball on the right side of the game area 12 flows down. There will be frequent collisions. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 22A, the upper surface of the lens cover 52 is inclined downward toward the center so as to release the collision force of the flowing game balls and guide the game balls to the center of the game area. A spherical guiding surface 52a is formed. Further, a cut portion 52b is formed on the upper surface of the lens cover 52 in order to reduce the impact of the game ball by facilitating the deflection. Further, in order to reduce the impact of the game ball, between the end of the ball guiding surface 52a of the lens cover 52 and the surface of the mounting plate portion 51b of the base member 51, and the upper wall of the lens cover 52 and the upper wall of the base member 51 The dimensions of the parts are determined so that a gap 53 is generated between them. According to the side lamp 50 having the above structure, there is an advantage that it is possible to absorb the impact and improve the durability even if the game balls are arranged in the game area 12 and frequently collide with the game balls.

  Next, in the gaming machine equipped with the movable accessory device of the embodiment, an example of the effect control when the effect control device 130 performs an effect using the movable accessory device 22 will be described with reference to FIGS. 23 and 24. explain. In FIG. 23, reference numeral 21 denotes a display screen of the liquid crystal display device, reference numeral 224 denotes a fan member and a built-in lamp at the front end of the movable accessory device 22, reference numeral 23 denotes a decorative display 23 imitating a tachometer, and reference numeral 61 denotes a first display. A rotation indicator, 62 is a second rotation indicator. Further, the meter image M displayed at the bottom of the display screen 21 of the liquid crystal display device is a start memory display representing the start memory in which the variable display game has not been executed yet after winning the start winning opening. . An arrow pointing downward in the vertical direction in the display screen 21 indicates that the identification symbol is changing.

  FIG. 23A shows a screen immediately after the variable display game is started. Three identification symbols are changing, and the production has not started. Subsequently, as a first stage of production, as shown in FIG. 23B, the built-in lamp of the first rotation display 61 is rotated and displayed, and the lower part of the display screen 21 is also linked to the first rotation display 61. Then, a moving image in which the light rotates is displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 23C, the rotation display of the built-in lamp of the second rotation indicator 62 is started, and the light is also rotated at the left end of the display screen 21 in conjunction with the second rotation indicator 62. Such a moving image is displayed. Further, the second rotation indicator 62 is configured to move to the front of the display screen 21.

  Further, when the production progresses, as shown in FIG. 24D, the fan member 224 and the built-in lamp at the front end of the movable accessory device 22 are rotated and displayed, and the upper portion of the display screen 21 is linked to the rotation of the fan 224. Then, a moving image in which the light rotates is displayed. Next, as shown in FIG. 24 (e), a display is made such that the “needle” of the decoration display 23 simulating a tachometer is rotated, and on the display screen 21 a beam is emitted from the decoration display 23. A display to be fired is performed. Then, at the final stage of the production, as shown in FIG. 24 (f), a rotating operation is performed such that the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 of the movable accessory device 22 falls down in front of the display screen 21. In addition, on the display screen 21, a display that an explosion has occurred is performed. Finally, as shown in FIG. 25A, the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 moves upward, the identification symbol stops on the display screen 21 in a big hit mode, and the variable display game and the presentation are ended. According to the above-described effect using the movable accessory device 22 of the above-described embodiment, a dynamic effect in which the display on the display screen 21 and the operation of the movable accessory device 22 change together is possible. Since the movable accessory device 22 largely fluctuates, it is possible to produce powerful effects, and the effect of greatly enhancing the interest of the game can be obtained.

  In FIG. 25B, the modification of the movable accessory apparatus 22 of the said embodiment is shown. In this modification, display means 260 such as a liquid crystal display panel or an organic EL panel is provided on the upper surface of a movable member (nitrofan unit) 221. According to this modification, one of the stop identification symbols is displayed by the display means 260 on the upper surface in a state where the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 is tilted forward, thereby notifying that a big hit mode has occurred. There is an advantage that it is possible to produce a highly unexpected performance.

  In addition, as the display means 260, a display in which LEDs (light emitting diodes) are arranged in a plane, or a special film on which an identification pattern is printed (such as a display that appears to be raised or a display that changes depending on the viewing direction) is pasted. You may do it. Thereby, the raise of the cost of the movable accessory apparatus 22 can be suppressed. On the other hand, when a liquid crystal display panel is used as the display means 260, one of a plurality of types of identification symbols is displayed as a stop identification symbol, or the number of jackpot rounds or a specific gaming state (probability variation state) occurs. It can also be configured to display whether or not it is.

  Although the invention made by the present inventor has been specifically described based on the embodiments, the embodiments disclosed herein are illustrative and non-restrictive in every respect. For example, in the above-described embodiment, the upper part of the engagement member 227 has a wing-restricted part at the upper end of the support shaft 225b provided at the rear end of the second arm member 225B and inserted into the guide hole 225a of the first arm member 225A. Although the rear surface of 271 is simply brought into contact, a shaft hole may be formed at the upper end of the engaging member 227 so that the protruding portion of the support shaft 225b is rotatably engaged.

  Next, game control processing by the game control device 100 will be described. This game control process includes a main process that controls the game in an integrated manner and a timer interrupt process that is performed every predetermined time (for example, every 2 mSec). FIG. 26 is a flowchart for explaining the main process. This main process is realized by the CPU 111 of the game control apparatus 100 reading and executing the main process program stored in the ROM 112 immediately after startup.

  As shown in FIG. 26, in the main process, as a process at the start of the program, an initialization process at power-on is performed (step S1), and a power failure recovery process is performed (step S2). Next, loop processing is performed as main loop processing. In this loop process, an interrupt timer is started, and a CTC (counter timer circuit) is started (step S3). Next, a process for prohibiting interruption is performed (step S4), and an initial value random number update process for breaking the temporal regularity of the random number by updating the initial value of a random number such as a random number for hit determination is performed (step S5). ). Thereafter, processing for permitting an interrupt is performed (step S6).

  Then, the power failure inspection area of the RAM 113 is checked to determine whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S7). In the power failure inspection area, check data is set when the power of the gaming machine is cut off due to a power failure, and the check data is not stored in normal times. Therefore, it can be determined whether or not a power failure has occurred by determining the presence or absence of the check data. If it is determined in step S7 that no power failure has occurred, the process proceeds to step S4, and the processes in steps S4 to S7 are repeated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S7 that a power failure has occurred, processing is performed when a power failure occurs (step S8). Immediately after the occurrence of a power failure, the backup power supply supplies power that can execute the processing when the power failure occurs.

  In the process when a power failure occurs, first, a process for prohibiting interruption is performed. And the process which turns off all the output ports is performed, and the process which clears a power failure inspection area | region is performed. Further, after performing the process of saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area, performing the process of calculating the checksum when the RAM 113 is powered off and performing the process of prohibiting access to the RAM 113 Wait for the power to turn off. Thus, by saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area and calculating the checksum at the time of power interruption, the information stored in the RAM 113 before the power interruption is correctly backed up. Can be determined at power-on.

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart for explaining timer interrupt processing. This timer interrupt process is executed when an interrupt is permitted in step S6 of the main process. As shown in FIG. 27, in step S11, when a timer interrupt request is generated (when an interrupt is permitted), the data stored in the register is saved in the RAM 113. In step S12, detection signals from various sensors are input. The various sensors refer to a winning ball detection switch (special start port sensor 1) 13a provided in the start winning opening 13 and a winning ball detection provided in the ordinary variable winning device (general power 1) 14. Switch (special start port sensor 2) 14a, winning ball detection switch (general gate sensor) 17a provided in the general gate 17 and winning ball detection switch (general winning switch) provided in the general winning port 18. Mouth sensor) 18a, a winning ball detecting switch (first big winning mouth sensor) 15a provided in the first variable winning device (first big winning port) 15, a second variable winning device (second big winning port). 16 is a winning ball detection switch (second large winning mouth sensor) 16a provided in the inside. In addition, output data set in various processes is output to solenoids (first grand prize opening SOL15b, second big prize opening SOL16b, Fudenden SOL14b), special figure 1 display 31, special figure 2 display 32, universal figure display. To 33 etc.

  In step S13, the command set in the transmission buffer in various processes is output to the effect control device 130 or the like (command transmission process). In step S14, the random number for determination per special figure, the random number for symbol determination, and the random number for determination per universal figure are updated (random number update process 1). In step S15, the initial value of the random number is updated in order to destroy the temporal regularity of the random number (initial value random number update process).

  In step S16, a random number for determining a fluctuation pattern for determining a fluctuation pattern in the special figure fluctuation display game for a decoration related to the special figure fluctuation display game, and a random number for table determination for setting the fluctuation pattern determination table are updated (random numbers). Update process 2). In step S17, a winning ball detection switch (special start port sensor 1) 13a, a winning ball detection switch (special start port sensor 2) 14a, a winning ball detection switch (common gate sensor) 17a, a winning ball detection switch (general It is monitored whether or not a detection signal is input from a winning ball sensor 18a, a winning ball detection switch (first large winning port sensor) 15a, a winning ball detection switch (second large winning port sensor) 16a, etc. (winning port) SW monitoring process). In step S18, an abnormal state is detected based on detection signals from sensors, ball breakage sensors, payout ball detection sensors, overflow sensors, frame opening detection sensors (none of which are not shown) provided corresponding to each winning opening. Monitor for occurrence (error monitoring process).

  In step S19, processing relating to the special figure variation display game is performed (special figure game processing). The details of this special game process will be described later. In step S20, a process related to the normal map display game is performed (normal game process). In this ordinary game process, a lottery per ordinary figure is executed. The effect control command transmitted to the effect control device 130 or the like in step S13 is generated mainly by the special game process in step S19 or the ordinary game process in step S20. In step S21, a display (segment LED, hold display unit 35A (special figure 1 storage display), hold display part 35B (special figure 2 storage display), hold display part 35C (general figure) that displays various information about the game. (Memory display) etc.) is displayed (segment LED editing process).

  In step S22, processing for setting a signal to be output to the external management apparatus in the output buffer is performed (external information editing processing). In step S23, a process for declaring that the timer interrupt process has ended is performed. In step S24, a process of restoring the register data saved in the RAM 113 in step S11 is performed. In step S25, a process for setting that the timer interrupt process is completed and the interrupt request can be accepted is performed.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing an example of the special figure game process (step S19 in FIG. 27). In step S101 of FIG. 28, based on the monitoring result (presence / absence of detection signal) in step S17 (winning port SW monitoring process) of FIG. 27, whether or not there is a winning (special figure 1 starting winning) in the starting winning port 13 is determined. Determine whether. When it is determined that there is a winning at the start winning opening 13, the process proceeds to step S102, and when it is determined that there is no winning at the starting winning opening 13, the process proceeds to step S107. In step S102, the current special figure 1 start memory number (holding number) is acquired. In step S103, it is determined whether or not the special figure 1 starting storage number is 4 or more. When it is determined that the special figure 1 start memory number is 4 or more, that is, when the upper limit number of the special figure 1 start memory is exceeded (hold 4), the process proceeds to step S107, and the special figure 1 start memory number is obtained. Is determined to be not 4 or more (holding 0 to 3), the process proceeds to step S104. In step S104, the special figure 1 start memory number is incremented by 1 and updated.

  In step S105, various random numbers corresponding to the updated special figure 1 start memory are extracted and stored. Here, the various random numbers corresponding to the special figure 1 start memory are a random number for special figure determination, a random number for determining symbols, a random number for determining variation patterns, and the like. In step S106, the number-of-holds command indicating the updated number of holds is set as an effect control command related to the special figure 1 start memory. This effect control command is transmitted to the effect control device 130 in step S13 of FIG. The effect control device 130 performs a process of performing a special figure start memory display based on the effect control command.

  In step S107, based on the monitoring result in step S17 of FIG. 27, it is determined whether or not there is a prize (special figure 2 start prize) to the normal variation prize winning device 14. Then, if it is determined that there is a winning in the normal variation winning device 14, the process proceeds to step S108, and if it is determined that there is no winning in the normal variation winning device 14, the process proceeds to step S113. In step S108, the current special figure 2 start memory number is acquired. In step S109, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 start memory number is 4 or more. When it is determined that the special figure 2 start memory number is 4 or more, that is, when the upper limit number of the special figure 2 start memory is exceeded, the process proceeds to step S113, and the special figure 2 start memory number is not 4 or more. If it is determined, the process proceeds to step S110. In step S110, the special figure 2 start memory number is incremented by 1 and updated.

  In step S111, various random numbers corresponding to the updated special figure 2 start memory are extracted and stored. Here, the various random numbers corresponding to the special figure 2 start-up memory are a random number for special figure determination, a random number for determining symbols, a random number for determining variation patterns, and the like. In step S112, the number-of-holds command indicating the updated number of holds is set as an effect control command related to the special figure 2 start-up memory. This effect control command is transmitted to the effect control device 130 in step S13 of FIG. The effect control device 130 performs a process of performing a special figure start memory display based on the effect control command.

  In step S113, a special figure game process number is acquired. In step S114, a special figure game branching process is performed based on the special figure game process number acquired in step S113. Details of this special game branching process will be described later. In step S115, a special figure variation control process for updating a special figure timer, which will be described later, is executed. Then, the special figure game process is terminated.

  From the above, the game control device 100 has a detecting means for detecting that a game ball has won a start winning port (start winning port 13, normal variation winning device 14) provided in a game area where the game ball flows down. Eggplant. In addition, the game control device 100 stores the right to perform the lottery by the lottery means (game control device 100) as a start memory with a predetermined number as an upper limit based on the detection of the game ball by the detection unit (game control device 100). Make a storage means. In addition, the effect control device 130 serves as start memory display means for displaying the start memory stored in the start memory means (game control apparatus 100).

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing an example of the special figure game branching process (step S114 in FIG. 28). This special figure game branching process is a process for controlling the execution of the special figure fluctuation display game based on the start memory (start right), and is common to both the special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game. It is processing.

In step S121, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “0”. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is “0”, the process proceeds to step S122. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S123. In step S122, a special figure routine process for performing lottery per special figure is executed. In the gaming machine 1, the variable display game based on the special figure 2 start right (special figure 2 variable display game) is executed in preference to the variable display game based on the special figure 1 start right (special figure 1 variable display game). It has become. That is, in the special figure normal processing, first, it is determined whether or not there is a special figure 2 start memory. When it is determined that there is a special figure 2 start memory, a random number for determination per special figure related to this special figure 2 start memory is determined. A lottery will be performed per special figure 2. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “1”, and the process returns to the original process (step S115 in FIG. 28). Also, if there is no special figure 2 start memory, it is determined whether or not there is a special figure 1 start memory. A lottery is performed per special figure 1 using random numbers. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “2” and the process returns to the original process. When there is no special figure 1 start memory or special figure 2 start memory, a special waiting game command for instructing the display control of the customer waiting demo image on the liquid crystal display device 21 is set in the effect control device 130, and the special drawing game is set. The process returns to the original process with the process number “0”. That is, the special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game are not executed simultaneously, and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is executed in preference to the special figure 1 fluctuation display game. That is, when both the special figure 1 start memory and the special figure 2 start memory are present, the special figure variable display game is executed when the special figure variable display game can be executed.

  In step S123, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “1”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “1”, the process proceeds to step S124, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “1”, the process proceeds to step S125. In step S124, a special figure 2 fluctuation start process for setting information related to the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is executed.

  In the special figure 2 variation start process, for example, when the determination result of the random number for special figure determination stored in step S111 of FIG. 28 (the result of the lottery per special figure 2) is a jackpot, the determination is stored in step S111 of FIG. The jackpot symbol (jacket type) is determined based on the determined symbol determining random number. Further, referring to a preset variation pattern determination table, the variation pattern (variation time) is determined based on the variation pattern determination random number stored in step S111 of FIG.

  In addition, when the determination result of the random number for special figure determination stored in step S111 in FIG. 28 is not a big hit, it is determined whether or not it is a small hit (determines whether it matches the small hit value), In the case of a small hit (when matching), a variation pattern for the small hit is set. It is also possible to obtain a small hit determination random number in addition to the special figure determination random number at the time of winning a start, and determine whether or not the small hit determination by this small hit determination random number.

  After determining the jackpot symbol or variation pattern, the variation control time related to the start-up memory is set in a special-purpose timer, and an effect control command (variation start command, variation pattern command, hold number command, etc.) to be transmitted to the effect control device 130 Set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “3” and the process returns to the original process.

  In step S125, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “2”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “2”, the process proceeds to step S126, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “2”, the process proceeds to step S127. In step S126, a special figure 1 fluctuation start process for setting information related to the special figure 1 fluctuation display game is executed. In the special figure 1 variation start process, for example, when the lottery result per special figure 1 is a big hit, the big hit symbol (big hit type) is determined based on the random number for symbol determination stored in step S105 of FIG. Further, referring to a preset variation pattern determination table, the variation pattern (variation time) is determined based on the variation pattern determination random number stored in step S105 of FIG.

  In addition, when the determination result of the random number for special figure determination stored in step S111 in FIG. 28 is not a big hit, it is determined whether or not it is a small hit (determines whether it matches the small hit value), In the case of small hit (when matching), a variation pattern for small hit is set. It is also possible to obtain a small hit determination random number in addition to the special figure determination random number at the time of winning a start, and determine whether or not the small hit determination by this small hit determination random number. Further, the odds probability may be different between the special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game.

  After determining the jackpot symbol or variation pattern, the variation control time related to the start-up memory is set in a special-purpose timer, and an effect control command (variation start command, variation pattern command, hold number command, etc.) to be transmitted to the effect control device 130 Set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “3” and the process returns to the original process.

  In step S127, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “3”. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is “3”, the process proceeds to step S128. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “3”, the process proceeds to step S129. In step S128, a special figure changing process for monitoring the fluctuation time of the special figure fluctuation display game is executed. When the special figure timer (fluctuation time) becomes 0, the time for stopping and displaying the result of the special figure fluctuation display game (stop symbol display time) is set in the special figure timer. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “4” and the process returns to the original process. Until the special figure timer (fluctuation time) becomes 0, the process returns to the original process with the special figure game process number set to “3”.

  In step S129, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “4”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “4”, the process proceeds to step S130, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “4”, the process proceeds to step S131. In step S130, a special symbol display process is performed to control the variable display game after the symbol stops. When the special figure timer (stop symbol display time) becomes 0, it is determined whether the lottery result per special figure is a big hit or a small hit. When it is determined that the lottery result per special figure is a big hit or a small win, the time (big hit / small hit start time) to notify that the big hit or the small hit is started is set in the special figure timer, An effect control command (big hit / small hit start command) to be transmitted to the effect control device 130 is set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “5” and the process returns to the original process. On the other hand, if it is determined that the lottery result per special figure is a loss, the special figure game process number is changed to “0” and the process returns to the original process. Until the special figure timer (stop symbol display time) becomes 0, the special figure game process number remains “4” and the process returns to the original process.

  In step S131, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “5”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “5”, the process proceeds to step S132, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “5”, the process proceeds to step S133. In step S132, processing during fanfare / interval is performed to perform initialization when a big hit or a small hit occurs. When the special figure timer (big hit / small hit start time) becomes 0, a prescribed round number (for example, 16R, 15R or 2R) is set according to the type of big hit or small hit. In addition, an opening time (for example, 20 seconds or 1 second), which is a time period from the time when the second variable winning device 16 is set to the winning enabled state to the time when the winning state is disabled (the time for continuously winning the winning state), Set to timer. Furthermore, the openable time (for example, 20 seconds, 1 second, 2 seconds, or 3 seconds), which is the maximum time that can be set in the winning possible state in one round, is set in the special timer. In addition, the number of rounds and the winning counter for the big prize opening are initialized, and an effect control command (such as a round start command) to be transmitted to the effect control device 130 is set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “6” and the process returns to the original process. Until the special figure timer (big hit / small hit start time) becomes 0, the special figure game process number remains “5” and the process returns to the original process.

  In step S133, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “6”. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is “6”, the process proceeds to step S134. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “6”, the process proceeds to step S135. In step S134, a large winning opening opening process for opening the first variable winning apparatus (first big winning opening) 15 or the second variable winning apparatus (second large winning opening) 16 is executed. When the winning counter of the big winning opening becomes 9 or more or the special figure timer (openable time) becomes 0, the special winning opening closing time is set in the special figure timer. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “7” and the process returns to the original process. Until the prize counter of the big prize opening is 9 or more or the special figure timer (openable time) becomes 0, the special figure game process number remains “6” and the process returns to the original process. If the opening time timer becomes 0 before the special figure timer (openable time) becomes 0, the winning prize closing time is set in the closing timer, and when the closing timer becomes 0 Set the opening time in the opening time timer. In other words, the opening / closing of the big winning opening (in this embodiment, the second variable winning device 16) is performed a plurality of times in one round. At this time, the special figure game process number remains “6”.

  In step S135, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “7”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “7”, the process proceeds to step S136, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “7”, the process proceeds to step S137. In step S136, the first variable prize winning device (first grand prize winning port) 16 or the first variable prize winning device (second big prize winning port) 16 is closed after the round ends, and then the first variable prize winning device (first big prize winning mouth) 16 is closed. Mouth) 15 or the second variable winning device (second large winning port) 16 is executed to execute a large winning port remaining ball process that waits for a certain period of time to flow down all the game balls remaining in the game. When the special figure timer (large winning opening closing time) becomes 0, it is determined whether the number of rounds has reached the specified number of rounds. When the specified number of rounds has been reached, a time for notifying that the big hit or the small hit has ended with the effect (a jackpot end time) is set in the special-purpose timer, and an effect control command (a jackpot is transmitted to the effect control device 130) After the end command is set, the special game process number is changed to “8” and the process returns to the original process. On the other hand, if the specified number of rounds has not been reached, an opening time timer (for example, 20 seconds or 1 second), which is a time period from when the second variable winning device 16 is set to the winning enabled state until it is set to the winning disabled state. Set to. Furthermore, the openable time (for example, 20 seconds, 1 second, 2 seconds, or 3 seconds), which is the maximum time that can be set in the winning possible state in one round, is set in the special timer. Then, the number of rounds is incremented by 1 and updated, the prize counter of the big prize opening is initialized to 0, and an effect control command (such as a round start command) to be transmitted to the effect control device 130 is set. Change the number to “6” and return to the original process. Until the special figure timer (large winning opening closing time) reaches 0, the process returns to the original process with the special figure game process number set to “7”.

  In step S137, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “8”. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is “8”, the process proceeds to step S138. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “8”, the process returns to the original process. In step S138, a jackpot end process is executed to change the probability state after the jackpot or jackpot ends according to the type of jackpot or jackpot. When the special figure timer (big hit end time) becomes 0, the probability state is set according to the big win lottery result or the small hit lottery result, and a fluctuation pattern determination table to be referred to after the next special figure fluctuation display game is set. Processing is performed and an effect control command (probability state command, transition destination mode command, etc.) to be transmitted to the effect control device 130 is set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “0” and the process returns to the original process. The special figure game branching process is executed as described above.

  As described above, in the special figure game process (step S19 in FIG. 27), the game control apparatus 100 extracts a random number for determination per special figure of the variable display game based on the start winning, and stores it in association with the start memory. To do. Further, the random number value for determination per special figure and the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value stored in the ROM 112 are compared to determine whether the big hit or the small hit is appropriate (lottery per special figure). Based on the start right associated with the special figure start memory, the special figure change display game is executed on the special figure 1 display 31 or the special figure 2 display 32. When the lottery result per special figure is a big prize, the special result mode is displayed on the special figure 1 display 31 or the special figure 2 display 32 and a special gaming state is generated. When the lottery result per special figure is a small hit, the special figure state is displayed on the special figure 1 display 31 or the special figure 2 display 32 and the special game state is generated. On the other hand, when the result of the special figure variation display game is a loss, the result form of the loss is displayed on the special figure 1 display 31 or the special figure 2 display 32.

  In the special gaming state, for example, the first variable winning device 15 is opened by the first big winning opening SOL15b to allow the inflow of game balls. Alternatively, the second large winning device SOL16b is used to open the second variable winning device 16 to allow the inflow of game balls. Then, a predetermined number (for example, nine) of game balls wins the first variable winning device 15 or the second variable winning device 16, or the opening time of the first variable winning device 15 or the second variable winning device 16 is released. One round (round game) is performed until any of the possible times (for example, 20 seconds, 1 second, 2 seconds, or 3 seconds) is reached, and this is defined as a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 16R, 15R). Or 2R) Continue control (cycle game). In the special game state, which one of the first variable prize winning device 15 and the second variable prize winning device 16 is in the open state is determined based on, for example, the result mode of the special figure variable display game (the type of winning jackpot). Determined.

  In addition, the game control device 100 extracts a random number for determining the normal figure based on the passing of the game ball through the general figure gate 17 in the normal game process (step S20 in FIG. 27), The random number value for use is compared with the determination value per ordinary figure stored in the ROM 112, and the success / failure per ordinary figure is determined (lottery per ordinary figure). Then, based on the start right related to the general map start memory, the general map display 33 executes the general map change display game. If the lottery result for the common figure is a win, a special result mode is displayed on the common figure display 33, and the movable members 14c and 14c (ordinary electric accessories) are opened for a predetermined time by the ordinary electric power SOL 14b, and the normal variation prize is awarded. The inflow of game balls to the device 14 is enabled. On the other hand, when the lottery result per common figure is a loss, the result form of the loss is displayed on the common figure display 33.

  In the special figure game process and the general figure game process described above, an effect control command for controlling the effect device (for example, the liquid crystal display device 21 or the like) is generated in accordance with the special figure change display game or the normal view change display game. It is output to the production control device 130. Based on the effect control command from the game control device 100, the effect control device 130 displays, for example, a decoration special map variable display game corresponding to the special map variable display game on the liquid crystal display device 21, or corresponds to the start memory number. To display the decoration special figure start memory to be displayed. In addition, a process for controlling sound output from the speaker 8, light emission of the decoration lamp / LED 22a, a fan motor 22b, a nitro motor 22c, a tachometer motor 23a, and a movable accessory SOL22d provided in the movable accessory device 22 are provided. Performs control processing and the like. Furthermore, the production control device 130 controls the stage mode production that clearly or unambiguously informs the current probability state (winning probability state) based on the probability state command and the transition destination mode command.

  Based on the above, the game control device 100 hits the game ball on the condition that the game ball is won at the start winning port (start winning port 13, normal variation winning device 14) provided in the game area 12 where the game ball flows down. The lottery means for executing the lottery of whether or not. In addition, it can be said that a lottery means for performing a lottery to determine whether or not a winning is made on condition that the winning of the game ball is detected by the detecting means (game control device 100). In addition, it can be said that a lottery means for determining whether or not a big hit with the operation of the condition device or a small win without the operation of the condition device is won based on the start right generated by the start winning.

  Further, the game control device 100 controls a variable display game (special-figure variable display game) to be stopped and displayed after the symbols are variably displayed on the variable display device based on the lottery result by the lottery means (game control device 100). It serves as a display game execution means. Further, the game control device 100 serves as a variation pattern setting means for setting a variation pattern (variation time) for causing the variation display game corresponding to the lottery result to be executed. In addition, the game control device 100, the effect control device 130, the liquid crystal display device 21 and the like constitute a variation display means for executing a special figure variation display game according to the set variation pattern. Further, the game control device 100 serves as a variation display instruction means for sequentially instructing the execution of the special figure variation display game by the variation pattern related to the start memory. Here, the variation pattern related to the startup memory is a variation pattern determined based on a variation pattern determination random number stored in association with the startup memory.

  In addition, the game control device 100 waits for a symbol change display by the symbol control means after a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the end of the control of the symbol change process (special symbol change display game) by the symbol control means (game control device 100). It serves as a standby state setting means for setting a standby state (setting of a customer waiting demo command). In addition, when the game control device 100 wins the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 100), the symbol control means (game control device 100) displays a predetermined winning symbol after the symbols are variably displayed by the symbol control means (game control device 100). Special game executing means for executing a special game that displays a stop and makes the special electric accessory (the first variable winning device 15 and the second variable winning device 16) provided in the game area 12 easy to win a game ball. Make. In addition, when the lottery result is a big win or a small win, a profit grant that gives a player a profit (prize ball etc.) by opening the first variable winning device 15 and the second variable winning device 16 in a predetermined manner. It can be said that it is a means. Further, when the game control device 100 wins the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 100), the number of round games to be executed is determined from among a plurality of predetermined execution times (the random number for symbol determination). (Based on) a round game execution frequency selection means to be selected. Further, the game control device 100 constitutes an operation mode setting means (a first variable winning device 15 and a second variable winning device 16) for setting the operation mode of the special variable winning device based on the type of special result.

  FIG. 30 is a state transition diagram for explaining the operating state of the gaming machine 1. In FIG. 30, a customer waiting state (standby state) ST1 is a state where the special figure variation display game is not executed and is left for a predetermined time, and is waiting for the start right to be generated based on the start winning. It is. At this time, a customer waiting demo image is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 21. In this waiting state ST1, when a game ball wins the start winning opening 13 or the normal variable winning device 14 and a start right is generated, the state shifts to the variable state ST2.

  The fluctuation state ST2 is a state in which a special figure fluctuation display game is being executed. When the lottery per special figure is won in the fluctuation state ST2, a special result mode is derived in the special figure fluctuation display game, and the state shifts to the big hit state ST3. When the lottery is not selected per lottery in the variation state ST2, a result mode corresponding to the loss in the special diagram variation display game is derived. Thereafter, if there is a special figure start memory (special figure 1 start memories 1 to 4 or special figure 2 start memories 1 to 4), the next special figure variation display game is started. On the other hand, if there is no special figure start memory (both special figure 1 start memory and special figure 2 start memory are 0), it shifts to the customer waiting state ST1 with the elapse of a predetermined time.

  The jackpot state ST3 is a state in which a special game state in which the first variable prize device 15 or the second variable prize device 16 is opened a predetermined number of times (a predetermined number of rounds) and a predetermined game value can be given to the player is generated. It is. When the big hit state ST3 is finished, if there is a special figure start memory, the next special figure fluctuation display game is started, and if there is no special figure start memory, it shifts to the customer waiting state ST1 as a predetermined time elapses.

  FIG. 31 is an explanatory diagram showing the jackpot type accompanied by the operation of the condition device in the gaming machine 1, and FIG. 32 is an explanatory diagram showing the breakdown of the jackpot winning. Here, the condition device is activated when a big hit occurs in the special figure fluctuation display game (stop display of the big hit symbol). When the conditional device is activated, for example, a big hit state occurs and the special electric accessory This means that a specific flag for continuously operating the first variable winning device 15 or the second variable winning device 16 is set. That the condition device does not operate means that the above-mentioned flag is not set as in the case of winning a small lottery. The “condition device” may be software means such as a flag that is turned on / off in software as described above, or may be hardware means such as a switch that is electrically turned on / off. In addition, the “condition device” is a term generally used in the field of pachinko gaming machines as a device whose operation is a necessary condition for continuous operation of the electric accessory, and the same applies to this specification. It is used as a term having a meaning.

  In FIG. 31, “2R normal win” means two rounds in which the second variable winning device 16 ends when one of the 1-second opening (openable time) or 9 winning conditions is satisfied in the special gaming state. Performing (second operation mode) is a jackpot set to the first winning probability (for example, 1/316) having a relatively low jackpot probability after the end of the special gaming state. In the 2R probability variation, in the special gaming state, the second variable winning device 16 performs two rounds that end when either one-second opening (openable time) or nine winning conditions are satisfied (second round) The operation mode) is a jackpot that is set to a second winning probability (for example, about 10 times the first winning probability) in which the jackpot probability after the end of the special gaming state is higher than the first winning probability.

  15R normal winning means that in the special gaming state, the first variable winning device 15 performs 15 rounds that end when either the 20-second opening (openable time) or 9 winning conditions are satisfied (third) Operation mode), the jackpot probability after the end of the special gaming state is a jackpot set as the first winning probability. 15R probability change means that in the special gaming state, the first variable winning device 15 performs 15 rounds that end when either the 20 second opening (openable time) or 9 winning conditions are satisfied (third) Operation mode), the jackpot probability after the end of the special gaming state is a jackpot set as the second winning probability.

  16R normal winning means that in the special gaming state, the second variable prize-winning device 16 satisfies any one condition of 1 second release, 2 seconds release, 3 seconds release (openable time) or 9 prizes. The round ended in 16 is performed (first operation mode), and the jackpot probability after the end of the special gaming state is the jackpot set as the first winning probability. 16R probability change is that the condition of either the second variable winning device 16, 1 second opening, 2 seconds opening, 3 seconds opening (openable time) or 9 winnings in the special gaming state is satisfied. The round to be finished is 16 rounds, and the jackpot probability after the end of the special gaming state is the jackpot set as the second winning probability.

  Here, each of the 16R normal hits and the 16R probability change includes three types of hits having different openable times. In these hits, the release time is 1 second, but the openable time is 1 second, 2 seconds, and 3 seconds. That is, in each round, when 9 winnings are not achieved, when the openable time is 1 second, it is released once, and when the openable time is 2 seconds, it is released twice, and the openable time If is 3 seconds, it will be released 3 times. That is, the opening time is a predetermined first opening time, and the opening possible times are different. Therefore, when the openable time is 1 second, it is released up to 16 times, when the openable time is 2 seconds, it is opened up to 32 times, and when the openable time is 3 seconds, up to 48 times. It will be released. In the following description, 16R normal per 16R and per 16R probability change per 16 seconds (16 times) where the openable time is 1 second, and 16R (16 times) per 16R normal and 16R normal change where the openable time is 2 seconds. The 16R normal per unit and the 16R probability variation per unit of 16R (48 times) are 3 seconds.

  In addition, the electric support (electric support state) means that the winning probability per general figure in the normal figure change display game is increased and the change display of the normal figure change display game until the special figure change display game is consumed a predetermined number of times. By shortening the time, the opening and closing operation of the movable members 14c and 14c as the ordinary electric winning combination is frequently caused to make it easy to win the game ball in the normal variation winning device 14, which is also referred to as “shortening time”.

  Here, after the jackpot is over, the power support that is continued until the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times is distinguished from the power support 1, and the power support that is continued until the next jackpot is distinguished from the power support 2. Therefore, for example, NO. The game state after 2R normal hit of 2 is expressed as a normal state (electric support 1), and NO. The game state after hitting 2R probability change of 7 is expressed as a probability change state (electric support 2).

  In the gaming machine 1, the fluctuation display time of the normal figure fluctuation display game in a state without electric support (for example, a normal state) is set to a relatively long time (for example, 30 seconds). Then, the opening time of the normal variation winning device 14 when the normal variation is displayed in the normal variation display game is set to a short time (for example, 0.3 seconds), and the normal variation winning device for one regular drawing is set. The number of times of opening 14 is also set small (for example, 1R). On the other hand, the fluctuation display time of the general-purpose fluctuation display game in the state with the electric support (for example, the normal state (electric support 1)) is shorter than the case without the electric support (for example, 2 to 5 seconds). ) Is set. Then, the opening time of the normal variation winning device 14 at the time of hitting the usual figure in the usual figure fluctuation display game is set to a longer time (for example, 1 second) than that without the electric support, and one time of the ordinary prize winning device 14 is set. The number of times of opening of the normally variable winning device 14 with respect to the figure is also set larger than in the case where there is no electric support (for example, 3R).

  In this way, in the state with electric support (so-called electric support), the number of times of opening of the normal variation winning device 14 is increased as compared with the state without electric support, and it becomes easier for the game ball to win the normal variation winning device 14. Therefore, the special figure 2 starting display memory is hardly interrupted, and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is mainly executed until the state with the electric support is completed.

  The breakdown of the jackpot shown in FIG. 31 is as shown in FIGS. 32 (a) and 32 (b). As shown in FIGS. 32 (a) and 32 (b), when winning the jackpot in the special figure 2 variable display game, compared to when winning the big prize in the special figure 1 variable display game, No. 2 is shown. 4 is set to a low ratio per 2R probability variation (no electric support). No. 8 per 15R probability change (with electric support until next big hit) A ratio of 11 to 16R probability variation (with electric support until the next big hit) is set high. That is, in the jackpot symbol determination process executed in steps S124 and S126 of FIG. 29, the winner in the winning lottery based on the special figure 2 starting right is won more than in the winning lottery based on the special figure 1 starting right. The ratio of 15R jackpot and 16R jackpot is increasing. Since the special figure 2 variable display game is likely to be executed during the electric support, No. 2 has a large profit given to the player. 8, no. 11 jackpots are likely to occur.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 is configured to be able to generate a small hit with a predetermined probability (for example, 1/220). At the time of occurrence of a small hit, as in the case of 2R, the second variable winning device 16 performs two rounds that end when either one-second opening (openable time) or nine winning conditions are satisfied (first round) At this time, the condition device is not operating. Strictly speaking, the behavior at the time of occurrence of the small hit may not be the same as the behavior at the time of occurrence of 2R, and may be similar. Unlike the big win, there is no game state transition when the small win.

  That is, No. in FIG. The hits 9, 10, and 11 are special results with the operation of the condition device. The first operating mode is selected as the operating mode of the special variable winning device (second variable winning device 16) and the first profit is obtained. In addition to being given to the player, the first winning probability in which the first winning probability or the second winning probability is set after the end of the special gaming state is made. In addition, in FIG. The hits 4, 5, and 7 are special results with the operation of the condition device, and the profit that the player can obtain as the operation mode of the special variable winning device (second variable winning device 16) than the first operation mode. The second operation mode with a smaller number is selected to give the player a second profit having a value lower than the first profit, and the second winning probability is set after the special gaming state is finished. . The small hit is a special result that does not involve the operation of the condition device, and is a third hit for selecting the second operation mode as the operation mode of the special variable winning device (second variable winning device 16).

  Note that in FIG. The hits 3, 6, and 8 are special results with the operation of the condition device, and the third operation mode is selected as the operation mode of the special variable winning device (first variable winning device 15) and the player is given a third result. And the fourth win in which the first winning probability or the second winning probability is set after the special gaming state is completed. In addition, in FIG. The hits 1 and 2 are special results with the operation of the condition device, and the player can obtain less profit as the operation mode of the special variable winning device (second variable winning device 16) than the first operation mode. The second operation mode is selected to give the player a second benefit, and the first winning probability is set after the end of the special gaming state.

  From the above, the profit granting means (game control device 100) included in the gaming machine 1 opens the second variable prize winning device 16 in the first operation mode when the first winning (per 16R) is won in the winning lottery. The first profit granting means for giving the player first profit, and when the player wins the second hit and the fifth hit (per 2R) in the winning lottery, the player gets more than the first action mode A second profit granting means for giving the player a second profit having a value lower than the first profit by opening the second variable prize-winning device 16 in a second operation mode with a small possible profit; A small profit granting means for giving a small profit to the player by opening the second variable winning device 16 in the same or similar manner to the second operation mode when winning in the third (small) in Hit A third profit granting means for giving the player a third profit by opening the first variable winning device 15 in the third operation mode when winning in the fourth win (per 15R); It will have. It is also possible to distinguish a big hit with the operation of the condition device as a special result, and a small hit without the operation of the condition device as a specific result.

  Further, the profit granting means (game control device 100) provided in the gaming machine 1 changes the conversion control of the ordinary electric accessory (ordinary variable winning device 14) within a predetermined period after the completion of the predetermined special game. It can also be said that the game apparatus includes specific game state generating means for generating a specific game state (electric support state) that facilitates winning at the start winning opening.

  FIG. 33 is an explanatory diagram showing a gaming state that shifts after the winning is over. The circled numbers in FIG. 33 correspond to the numbers indicating the jackpot type in FIG. Note that FIG. 33 shows the case where the lottery per special figure is won in the normal state D, but the same is true when the lottery per special figure is won in the gaming states E to H. Transition of the gaming state triggered by winning the jackpot is controlled by the gaming control device 100. Specifically, it is performed in the special figure game process (step S19 in FIG. 27).

  In normal state D, no. When winning for 2R normal per 1 (no electric support), a state B per 2R occurs, and the second variable winning device 16 is opened for 1 second × 2R. And it shifts to the normal state D after the end of the jackpot. No. When winning 2R per 2R (with 100 electric support), a state B per 2R occurs, and the second variable winning device 16 is opened for 1 second × 2R. And it shifts to a normal state (electric support 1) F after the end of jackpot. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the normal state (electric support 1) F shifts to the normal state D.

  No. When the player wins the 3R 15R normal win (with 100 electric supports), a state C per 15R occurs, and the first variable winning device 15 is opened for 20 seconds or 9 wins × 15R. And it shifts to a normal state (electric support 1) F after the end of jackpot. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the normal state (electric support 1) F shifts to the normal state D. No. When winning per 2R probability change of 4 (no electric support), a state B per 2R occurs, and the second variable winning device 16 is opened for 1 second × 2R. And it shifts to the probable change state E after the end of the jackpot.

  No. When winning 5R per 2R probability change (with 100 electric support), a state B per 2R occurs, and the second variable winning device 16 is opened for 1 second × 2R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to a probable change state (electric support 1) G. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the probability variation state (electric support 1) G shifts to the probability variation state E. No. When winning 6 15R probability variation (with 100 electric support), a state C per 15R occurs, and the first variable prize winning device 15 is released for 20 seconds or 9 prizes × 15R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to a probable change state (electric support 1) G. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the probability variation state (electric support 1) G shifts to the probability variation state E.

  No. 7 wins per 2R probability change (with electric support until the next big hit), a state B per 2R occurs, and the second variable winning device 16 is opened for 1 second × 2R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to the probability variation state (electric support 2) H. This state H is continued until the next jackpot occurs. No. When winning the 15R probability change per 8 (with electric support until the next big hit), a state C per 15R occurs, and the first variable winning device 15 is opened for 20 seconds or 9 wins × 15R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to the probability variation state (electric support 2) H. This state H is continued until the next jackpot occurs.

  No. When winning the 9R 16R normal (electric support 100 times), a state I per 16R round-up occurs, and the second variable winning device 16 is 1 second x 1 time, 1 second x 2 times, 1 second x 3 times Either or 9 prizes × 16R are opened. And it shifts to a normal state (electric support 1) F after the end of jackpot. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the normal state (electric support 1) F shifts to the normal state D. No. When 10 wins per 16R probability change (100 times of electric support), a state I per 16R round-up occurs, and the second variable winning device 16 is 1 second, 1 second × 2, 1 second × 3, or 9 Winner x16R is opened. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to a probable change state (electric support 1) G. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the probability variation state (electric support 1) G shifts to the probability variation state E. No. When 11 wins per 16R probability change (with electric support until next big hit), a state I per 16R round-up occurs, and the second variable winning device 16 is 1 second x 1 time, 1 second x 2 times, 1 second x 3 Any one or nine prizes x 16R are opened. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to the probability variation state (electric support 2) H. This state H is continued until the next jackpot occurs.

  Further, when winning a small hit in the normal state D, a small hit state A is generated, and the second variable winning device 16 is opened for 1 second × 2R as in the state 2B per 2R. And it returns to the normal state D after the end of the small hit. In addition, when winning a small winning lottery in any of the gaming states E to H different from the normal state D, the original gaming state is returned after the small winning is completed. That is, for example, in the case where the winning lottery is won in the probability changing state E, the probability changing state E is continued even after the end of the small hitting.

  In this way, the gaming machine 1 has a first gaming state (normal state) in which the jackpot winning probability is set relatively low, and a second gaming state (in which the jackpot winning probability is set higher than the first gaming state ( Probability state setting means (game control device 100) that can be changed on condition that the jackpot is won. Further, on condition that the game control device 100 wins the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 100), the winning probability that the lottery result of the lottery means wins is the first winning probability and the first winning probability. It can be said that the winning probability changing means is set to any one of the second winning probability which is a winning probability higher than the winning probability. The winning probability changing means (game control device 100) determines that the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 100) is that the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 100) is a condition device. The winning probability for winning with the operation is set to either a first winning probability or a second winning probability that is a winning probability higher than the first winning probability.

  As described above, any of the normal state D, the probability variation state E, the normal state (electric support 1) F, the probability variation state (electric support 1) G, and the probability variation state (electric support 2) H after the big hit or small hit ends. Will stay in. And in order to make a player recognize whether it is staying in a normal state (D, F) or a probability variation state (E, G, H), the gaming machine 1 is configured to be able to execute a stage mode effect. Yes. For example, a stage corresponding to the normal state and a stage corresponding to the probability variation state are provided, and the player can recognize the game state in which the player is staying by the background display on the liquid crystal display device 21. Since the presence / absence of the electric support is obvious from the behavior of the normal variation winning device 14, if the player is notified of the normal state or the probable state, the player can distinguish the above-described gaming states D to H.

  Also, in this stage mode production, it is not clearly informed which of the normal state D or the probable change state E is staying, that is, by making one stage correspond to multiple gaming states, It is also possible to inform unclearly that there is a possibility of staying. The transition destination state indicated by the dotted line in FIG. 33, that is, the normal state D after the end of the small hit, the normal state D after the end of the 2R normal hit (no electric support), the probability change state E after the end of the 2R probability change (no electric support) Cannot be determined from the behavior of the second variable winning device 16 when the winning occurs and the behavior of the normal variable winning device 14 after the winning. Therefore, after these hits are finished, the same stage mode effect (unclear stage) is executed, so that it is not clearly notified (unclearly) which game state the player is in. . Thereby, since it is not completely denied that the 2R probability change was made, the player can be expected to be in the probability change state E. It should be noted that after executing a predetermined number of special figure change display games in a stage mode effect in which the probability state is not clearly notified, the stage shifts to a stage mode (probability confirmation stage or normal confirmation stage) in which the probability state is clearly notified.

  As described above, the gaming machine 1 includes gaming state notification means (the gaming control device 100 and the effect control device 130) that can definitely notify whether the player is in the first gaming state or the second gaming state. Yes. This gaming state notification means can unambiguously notify that there is a possibility of staying in either the first gaming state (normal state) or the second gaming state (probability changing state) (gaming state) Is not clearly notified). Further, the game control device 100 and the production control device 130 clearly notify the winning probability state (probability change confirmation stage, normal confirmation stage), and the unclear notification state informs the state of the winning probability unclearly. It can also be said that it constitutes a notification state setting means for setting either (unclear stage). Further, the notification state setting means (the game control device 100 and the effect control device 130) is set to the unclear notification state after the end of the special game based on 2R and small hits.

  For the small hits, 2Rs, and 16Rs that operate the second variable winning device 16, the common operation common to the operation modes of the second variable winning device 16 in the predetermined period from the start of the special gaming state regardless of the type of the special result. It is made into the aspect. As shown in FIG. 34, the operation from the start of the special gaming state (t1) to the conversion to the winning possible state (t2) is made common, and this operation is a common operation mode.

  In the case of small hits and 2R hits, the operation in the common operation mode is configured by performing two rounds of the opening time of 1 second and the opening time of 1 second. In the case of 16R per 16R (16 times), the operation in the common operation mode is configured by performing two rounds of the opening time 1 second with the opening time 1 second. Further, in the case of 16R (32 times) per 16R, the operation in the common operation mode is configured by performing one round of the openable time of 1 second and the openable time of 2 seconds. In addition, in the case of 16R (48 times) out of 16R, the operation in the common operation mode is configured by the conversion operation to the winning possible state twice in the round of the opening time 1 second and the opening time 3 seconds. . Not only the opening time but also the time from the start of the special gaming state to the conversion to the first winable state or the end of the first winning state to the second conversion to the winning state is not possible The time from the end of the second winable state to the end of the common operation mode is also common for each state.

  Here, in one round, even if it is within the openable time, the round will be ended by winning 9 games, but since the time to enter the winning state is short, in most cases the openable time will be The round ends with the passage of time. Therefore, it is possible to share the operation from the start of the special gaming state to the winning possible state twice regardless of the small win, 2R or 16R. In this common operation mode, It is not possible to know which win. Thereby, even if it is a small hit, it can be made to appear as if a big hit has occurred, and an illusion as if the big hits have been generated continuously can be caused without increasing the probability of the big hit.

  After performing the operation in the common operation mode, a continuation effect for notifying whether or not the special game state continues is performed (from t2 to t3). When the special game state continues (when it is around 16R), after notifying that the special game state continues in the continuous performance, the second variable winning device 16 is operated in the second half operation mode (FIG. 34 and after t3). In other words, when the operation mode of the second variable winning device 16 is the second operation mode, which is a small hit per 2R, only the common operation mode is set as the second operation mode, and the operation mode of the second variable winning device 16 is In the case of around 16R which is the first operation mode, the common operation mode and the latter half operation mode after the common operation mode are set as the first operation mode.

  Therefore, if it becomes the second half operation mode after the common operation mode ends, it can be recognized that it is a big win (per 16R), and the entertainment of the game can be improved by the operation of the second variable prize winning device 16. Moreover, since the possibility of a big win and a small win is included until the end of the common operation mode, it is possible to increase the player's expectation during this period.

  At a predetermined timing (t4 to t5, t6 to t7) in the second half operation mode, a continuation effect that notifies whether or not the special gaming state continues is executed. Here, the predetermined timing refers to the number of times that the second variable prize winning device 16 is set to the winning enabled state when each round ends when reaching the openable time (when it is not completed with 9 winnings). , When it reaches 32 times. Note that 16 times and 32 times are the maximum number of opening times that can be selected per 16R. That is, after 16R ends per 16R (16 times), 8R per 16R (32 times), after the end of 16R, after the first opening at 6R per 16R (48 times), and at the second time in 11R Continued production is executed after the end of the opening. In the following description, the continuous effect when the number of times that the second variable prize winning device 16 is in the winning enabled state corresponds to 16 times is the second continuous effect, and the continuous effect when it is equivalent to 32 times is the third continuous effect. And

  The opening time in the latter half operation mode per 16R is set to 1 second as the first opening time which is a time longer than the opening time in the common operation mode. In addition, the time in which the winning is impossible after the end of the opening time is set to a fixed time, and the end of the round is not notified. Therefore, until the second continuous performance is performed, it is not possible to know which of 16R (16 times), 16R (32 times), or 16R (48 times). Further, until the third continuous effect is performed, it is not possible to know which is per 16R (32 times) or per 16R (48 times).

  Based on the above, the lottery means (game control device 100) that executes the lottery on the condition that the game ball has won the starting prize opening (starting prize opening 13, normal variable prize winning device 14), and the lottery result of the lottery means Based on the display device (Special Figure 1 Display 31, Special Figure 2 Display 32, Liquid Crystal Display 21), the variable display game execution means (game) for executing the variable display game for displaying the result after the identification information is displayed in a variable manner. Control device 100), special game execution means (game control device 100) for executing a special game advantageous to the player when the lottery result by the lottery means is a special result, and winning of a game ball in the special game is possible In a gaming machine 1 having a special variable winning device (a first variable winning device 15 and a second variable winning device 16) that can be changed between a state in which a winning is possible and a state in which a winning is impossible, a lottery of lottery means Results On the condition that the special result with the operation of the subject device is obtained, the winning probability that the lottery result of the lottery means becomes the special result with the operation of the conditional device has the first winning probability and the winning probability higher than the first winning probability The winning probability changing means (game control device 100) is set to any one of the second winning probabilities which are probabilities, and the special result is a special result accompanied by the operation of the condition device, and the operation state setting means is special. A first result of selecting the first operation mode as the operation mode of the variable winning device, and a special result accompanied by the operation of the condition device, the operation state setting means as the operation mode of the special variable winning device than the first operation mode The second action mode in which the player can obtain less profit and the second winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means after the special gaming state is finished, and the special that does not involve the operation of the condition device Result And the third state in which the operation state setting means selects the second operation mode as the operation mode of the special variation winning device, and the special game execution unit determines whether the special variation winning device is based on the type of the special result. An operation mode setting means (game control device 100) for setting an operation mode is provided, and the operation state setting means is predetermined from the start of the special game state in the special game state based on the first, second and third hits. This means that the operation mode of the special variable prize apparatus during the period is set as the common operation mode.

  Further, the operation mode setting means (game control device 100) sets only the common operation mode as the second operation mode, and sets the common operation mode and the second half operation mode after the common operation mode as the first operation mode. It becomes that.

  FIG. 35 shows an example of the production in the common operation mode and the continuous production. Note that the processing related to the continuous effect is performed by the effect control device 130 based on information (command) transmitted from the game control device 100. That is, the production control device 130 serves as a continuous production means for executing a continuous production for informing whether or not the special game is continued.

  When the result of the special figure variation display game is either small hit, 2R, or 16 per game, the result mode shown in FIG. Displayed and the special gaming state is started (t1 in FIG. 34). At the start of this special game state, as shown in FIG. 35 (b), a display indicating that a period (DASH zone) that is a common operation mode is started is made, and the second variable winning device 16 is in a common operation mode. It operates (from t1 to t2 in FIG. 34).

  After the operation in the common operation state is finished, the first continuous effect is performed. In this continuous effect, the countdown display as shown in FIGS. 35C to 35E is made, and when the special game state continues (in the case of 16R), as shown in FIG. 35F, the movable member (Nitrofan unit) 221 falls to the front and is positioned in front of the liquid crystal display device 21. Further, the liquid crystal display device 21 displays a display indicating that the special gaming state continues (“GO!”). FIG. 35 (f) shows an example in which a movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 having a display means 260 on the upper surface of the movable accessory device 22 as shown in FIG. 25B is used. In addition, a display indicating that the special gaming state is continued ("continuation") is made. Then, in the continuing special gaming state, the second variable winning device 16 is converted to a winning possible state (t3 in FIG. 34).

  Also, when the special gaming state does not continue (in the case of small hit or 2R hit), after performing the countdown display shown in FIGS. 35 (c) to (e), as shown in FIG. 35 (g) or (h) Production is made. In the effect shown in FIG. 35 (g), “push-sung-sung” is displayed on the black or white display screen, and a sound that stops the engine is output. In the effect shown in FIG. 35 (h), the text “Possible Bull” is displayed on the black or white display screen, and a sound that starts the engine is output. After these effects are performed, the special game state ends.

  The effect as shown in FIG. 35 (g) has a high probability of being selected when it is a small hit, and the effect as shown in FIG. 35 (h) has a probability of being selected when it is per 2R. It is high. As shown in FIG. 33, after the 2R hit occurs or when the small hit from the normal state D occurs, it is not clearly informed whether the user is staying in the normal state D or the probability variation state E. The probability state is not clearly notified. Therefore, by performing the effects as shown in FIGS. 35 (g) and (h) in the continuation effect, the probability state can be suggested to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In the second continuation effect and the third continuation effect that are performed even at a predetermined timing around 16R, first, as shown in FIG. 36 (a), an indication that the continuation effect is started ("rank-up chance") Is displayed. Then, when the special game state continues, as shown in FIG. In this effect, “continuation” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 21 and an effect of rotating the fan member 224 is performed. If the special game state does not continue, an effect is given to end the game. In this case, for example, “end” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 21.

  When the movable member (nitrofan unit) 221 having the display means 260 on the upper surface of the movable accessory device 22 as shown in FIG. 25B is used, as shown in FIG. It is also possible to produce an effect of displaying “continue” on the display means 260 with the fan unit) 221 tilted forward to be positioned in front of the liquid crystal display device 21.

  In this case, not only a notification that the special gaming state continues but also an effect that suggests and notifies the gaming state after the end of the special gaming state may be performed. As such an effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 37 (a), “normal” is displayed on the display means 260 to notify that the first winning probability is reached, or as shown in FIG. 37 (b). In addition, it is possible to produce an effect such as displaying “probability change” on the display means 260 and notifying that the second winning probability is reached. In addition, as shown in FIG. 37 (c), “short time” is displayed on the display means 260, and the normal variation winning device 14 is informed that it becomes an electric accessory support state (electric support) that makes it easy for a game ball to win. In addition, as shown in FIG. 37 (d), it is possible to produce an effect of displaying “probability change?” On the display means 260 and suggesting that there is a possibility that the second winning probability will be obtained.

  In addition, when the specific continuation effect is performed in the first continuation effect, the second continuation effect is not performed. This specific continuation effect is an effect that allows the player to recognize that the specific continuation effect is different from the normal continuation effect. In this embodiment, the character “GO” is a cherry pattern. In order to perform such a specific continuation effect, the effect control device 130 performs a round-up confirmation display process as shown in FIG. 38 before the start of the first continuation effect. In this round-up confirmation display process, first, it is determined whether the round-up jackpot is 32 times or 48 times (step S141). The round-up jackpot is per 16R, and it is determined whether the generated jackpot is per 16R (32 times) or 16R (48 times) out of 16R.

  In the determination of whether or not the round-up jackpot is 32 or 48 times (step S141), when the round-up jackpot is not 32 or 48 times (step S141; N), the round-up confirmation display process is terminated. . In the determination of whether or not the round-up jackpot is 32 or 48 times (step S141), when the round-up jackpot is 32 or 48 times (step S141; Y), “GO "Is set as a cherry pattern (step S142), that is, a process of setting a specific continuation effect at a predetermined rate is performed, and the round-up confirmed display process is terminated. In addition, when the first continuation effect is determined to be the specific continuation effect by this process, an effect that the continuation is confirmed is performed during the second continuation effect period.

  In addition, when it is around 16R (48 times), the second continuous effect may be set as the specific continuous effect. Moreover, although the 1st continuation effect and the 2nd time and the 3rd continuation effect were made into another continuation effect, it is good also as the same effect. Further, the game control apparatus 100 may perform a round-up confirmation display process as shown in FIG. In this way, when the execution of the specific continuation effect is determined, it is possible to omit the period for performing the next continuation effect. Further, as shown in FIG. 35 to FIG. 37, the continuous effect is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 21, the movable accessory device 22, the sound is performed, and the notification is performed by the light emission or vibration of the lamp. Any player can recognize whether or not the special game is continued.

  Further, the timing for performing the continuation effect is not limited to the above timing, and may be any time as long as the game is in the special gaming state. For example, you may make it perform in the period when the 2nd variable prize-winning apparatus 16 is performing the opening / closing operation | movement. Further, although the specific continuous effect is performed in place of the normal continuous effect, the specific continuous effect may be executed separately from the execution period of the continuous effect.

  In addition, the release time in the second half variation mode is set to 1 second, which is the same as the release time in the common operation mode, but the above-described second half variation mode is set as the first second half variation mode, and the release time is set longer than the first second half variation mode. It is possible to select the second half variation mode. For example, as the second second half variation mode, a variation mode is set such that a round that ends when either 20 seconds open (openable time) or 9 winnings are satisfied is performed as in 15R. Any one of the first second-half variation mode and the second second-half variation mode may be selected. In this way, after the common operation mode ends and it becomes clear that the second half operation mode is a big hit, it becomes possible to make it easier to make the special variation winning device win a game ball, and reliably It is possible to give a profit to the player. That is, as the second half operation mode, the first second half variation mode in which the release time is the first release time and the second second half operation mode in which the release time is the time from the start to the end of the round are set, and the operation mode is set. The means (game control device 100) may select based on the special result.

  In addition, two types of special figure fluctuation display games, the special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game, are executed. Only the same kind of special figure variation display game may be executed. In addition, as the special variable winning device, the first variable winning device 15 and the second variable winning device 16 are provided, but only the first variable winning device 15 or only the second variable winning device 16 may be hit. The same special variable winning device may be operated.

  From the above, the special game execution means (game control device 100) can receive a predetermined number of game balls in the special variable winning device (first variable winning device 15, second variable winning device 16) or special variable winning. Run a special game that runs a predetermined number of rounds with a condition that any one of the conditions for whether the total time of the release time, which is the time in which the device is ready for winning, has reached a predetermined open time, is satisfied, and operates The mode setting means (game control device 100) sets the opening time and the openable time based on the special result as the operation mode of the special variable winning device. The opening time is set to be longer than the opening time in the common operation mode.

  Further, the operation mode setting means (game control device 100), as the second half operation mode, has a special result of any one of a plurality of types of the second half operation modes in which the release time is a predetermined first release time and the openable time is different. And a continuation effect means (effect control device 130) for executing a continuation effect to notify whether or not the special game is continued at a predetermined timing in the second half operation mode and when the common operation mode ends. Will be.

  Further, the continuation effect means (effect control device 130) can execute the specific continuation effect when the special game continues after the next continuation effect in the continuation effect, and the next time when the specific continuation effect is executed. This means that the continuation production is not performed.

  In addition, the game board 10 having a game area 12 on the front surface, a display device (liquid crystal display device 21), and a movable accessory device 22 having a movable member 221 operable near the top of the display device are provided. The movable accessory device 22 is disposed on the rear surface side of the display device, and the movable member 221 extends from the upper side of the display device across the upper end of the display device. An accessory driving mechanism that moves to the front side, and the accessory driving mechanism is fixed to the back side of the substrate member (base substrate 242) on which the display device is mounted on the front side. The display device is integrally configured, and the continuation effect means (effect control device 130) drives the movable accessory device 22 in the continuation effect.

  Next, a first modification of the gaming machine according to the above-described embodiment will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted, and mainly different portions. explain. The game machine of this modification differs in the generation conditions of the specific continuation effect.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, the round-up confirmation display process shown in FIG. 39 is performed instead of the round-up confirmation display process shown in FIG. In this round-up confirmation display process, first, it is determined whether or not the round-up jackpot (per 16R) is 32 times or 48 times (step S151). If the round-up jackpot is not 32 or 48 times (step S151) N) terminates the round-up confirmation display process. Further, in the determination of whether or not the round-up jackpot is 32 or 48 (step S151), when the round-up jackpot is 32 or 48 (step S151; Y), the period from “3 to 1” is set. Whether or not the button has been turned on 10 times is determined (step S152).

  In the determination of whether or not the button has been turned on 10 times between “3 and 1” (step S152), the countdown display shown in the period from t2 to t3 in FIG. 34, that is, in FIGS. 35 (c) to (e). It is determined whether or not an input by the player operating (pressing) the effect button 27 shown in FIG. In the determination of whether or not the button has been turned on 10 times between “3 and 1” (step S152), if it is turned on 10 times (step S152; Y), “GO” must be set to the cherry pattern. Processing (step S153), that is, processing for setting a specific continuation effect is performed, and the round-up confirmation display processing is terminated. Further, in the determination of whether or not the button has been turned on 10 times between “3 and 1” (step S152), if the button has not been turned on 10 times (step S152; N), “GO” at a predetermined rate. Is set to a cherry pattern (step S154), that is, a process of setting a specific continuation effect at a predetermined rate is performed, and the round-up confirmed display process is terminated.

  If it is possible to make a specific continuation effect by this process, the player can always make a specific continuation effect by operating the effect button 27, so that the player feels participating in the game. And can enhance the interest of the game.

  From the above, the operation means (effect button 27) that can be operated by the player is provided, and the continuation effect means (effect control device 130) is a case where the specific continuation effect can be executed, and is operated by the operation means during a predetermined period. When a predetermined input is detected, the specific continuous effect is always executed.

  The operation means is not limited to the effect button 27, and any means can be used as long as it can detect the player's operation. Further, when the player does not operate the effect button 27, the specific continuation effect may not be executed. In this way, a player who does not want to know that the continuation will be confirmed does not have to operate the effect button 27, and a game that matches the player's preference is possible.

  Next, a second modification of the gaming machine according to the above-described embodiment will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described embodiment, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted, and mainly different portions. explain. The gaming machine of this modification is equivalent to the total of the openable time per 16R (48 times) and the total openable time per 15R.

  As shown in FIG. 40, the opening time in the latter half operation mode per 16R is set longer than the opening time in the common operation mode. This opening time is 6.5 seconds. Here, since the openable time in one round per 15R is 20 seconds, the total openable time per 15R is 300 seconds. Then, among the 16Rs in this modification, the openable time in one round (except for the first round) in the second half variation mode per 16R (48 times) with the longest openable time is 6.5 seconds. × 39.5 times is 19.5 seconds. Since the openable time of the first round including the common operation mode is 8.5 seconds with 1 second × 2 times + 6.5 seconds × 1 time, the total openable time per 16R (48 times) is This is 301 seconds, which is equivalent to the time per 15R.

  In this way, by making the openable time equal per 15R and per 16R (48 times), the profits obtained are the same even if the operation mode is different, and the player feels dissatisfied with the short open time. Can be prevented.

  From the above, the special result is a special result that accompanies the operation of the condition device, and the operation state setting means (game control device 100) is the third operating mode of the special variable winning device (first variable winning device 15). The operation mode is selected, and after the end of the special gaming state, including the fourth win in which the first winning probability or the second winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means (game control device 100), and is most opened in the first operating mode The total openable time of the operation mode with a long possible time is set to a time equivalent to the total openable time in the third second half operation mode.

The gaming machine 1 as described above includes a lottery means (game control device 100) for executing a lottery on the condition that a game ball has won a start winning port (starting winning port 13, normal fluctuation winning device 14), and a lottery unit. Based on the lottery results, the display device (special figure 1 display 31, special figure 2 display 32, liquid crystal display device 21) displays the result after the identification information is variably displayed. An execution means (game control device 100), a special game execution means (game control device 100) for executing a special game advantageous to the player when the lottery result by the lottery means is a special result, and a game ball in the special game A special variable winning device (a first variable winning device 15 and a second variable winning device 16) that can be changed between a winning possible state and an impossible winning impossible state. , Lottery lottery On the condition that the result becomes a special result with the operation of the condition device, the winning probability that the lottery result of the lottery means becomes the special result with the operation of the condition device is set to be the first winning probability and the first winning probability. A winning probability changing means (game control device 100) for setting to any one of the second winning probabilities which are high winning probabilities is provided, and the special result is a special result accompanied by the operation of the condition device, and the operation state setting means Is the first result of selecting the first operation mode as the operation mode of the special variable winning device and the special result accompanied by the operation of the condition device, and the operation state setting means is the first operation mode as the operation mode of the special variable winning device. The second operation mode with less profit that can be obtained by the player is selected, and the second win in which the second winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means after completion of the special gaming state, and the operation of the condition device is involved. Absent A third result in which the operation state setting means selects the second operation mode as the operation mode of the special variation winning device, and the special game execution unit determines whether the special game winning unit is based on the type of special result. An operation mode setting means (game control device 100) for setting the operation mode of the apparatus is provided, and the operation state setting means starts the special game state in the special game state based on the first, second and third hits. The operation mode of the special variable winning device during a predetermined period is set as a common operation mode.

  Therefore, the special results include special results with the operation of the condition device and special results without the operation of the condition device, and the special game execution means sets the operation mode of the special variable winning device based on the type of the special result. Operating state setting means, and the operating state setting means, in the special gaming state based on the first per, second per and third per, the operational aspect of the special variable winning device in a predetermined period from the start of the special gaming state Since the common operation mode is adopted, the entertainment of the game can be effectively improved by the opening operation of the special winning opening (the operation of the special variable winning device). That is, the special variable winning device operates not only in the special result (big hit) with the operation of the conditional device but also in the special result (small hit) without the operation of the conditional device, so the opportunity to operate the special variable winning device Can increase the interest of the game effectively. In addition, regardless of the type of special result (big hit, small win), the common operation mode is initially set, so that even if it is a small hit, it can be thought that a big hit has occurred, and the probability of occurrence of a big hit is increased. Even if it is not, the illusion that the jackpots are continuously generated can be caused.

  In addition, since there are the first operation mode and the second operation mode in which the profits that can be acquired are different in the operation mode of the special variation winning device, the fun of the game can be improved by the operation of the special variation winning device. In particular, regardless of the type of special result (big hit, small win), it is a common operation mode at first, so it is not known which operation mode is in this period, and it can be acquired in the period during which the common operation is performed. It is possible to give a sense of expectation that the first operation mode has a large profit. In addition, since the second hit, which is a big hit, and the third hit, which is a small hit, are the same second operation mode, even if it is a small hit, it can be thought that a big hit has occurred, Illusion as if it were generated. In this case, since it is possible to give the player a profit that the winning probability is high if the jackpot is large, the player is dissatisfied even in the second operation mode in which the profit that can be obtained is less than the first operation mode. There is nothing.

  Further, the operation mode setting means (game control device 100) sets only the common operation mode as the second operation mode, and sets the common operation mode and the second half operation mode after the common operation mode as the first operation mode. I have to.

  Therefore, if it becomes the second half operation mode after the common operation mode ends, it can be recognized that it is a big hit, and the fun of the game can be improved by the operation of the special variable winning device. Moreover, since the possibility of a big win and a small win is included until the end of the common operation mode, it is possible to increase the player's expectation during this period.

  The special game executing means (game control device 100) wins a special number of game balls in the special variable winning device (first variable winning device 15, second variable winning device 16) or wins the special variable winning device. An operation mode setting means for executing a special game for executing a round a predetermined number of times with a condition that any one of the conditions in which the total time of the release time, which is the time allowed to reach the predetermined open available time, is satisfied, is satisfied The (game control device 100) sets the opening time and the openable time based on the special result as the operation mode of the special variable winning device, and the operation mode setting means sets the opening time in the second half operation mode. In the common operation mode, the time is longer than the opening time.

  Therefore, after the common operation mode common to special games is completed and it becomes clear that the second half operation mode is a big hit, it is difficult to make it difficult for the special variable winning device to win a game ball. It is possible to prevent the player from feeling dissatisfied and to surely give the player a profit.

  In addition, the operation mode setting means (game control device 100) sets, as the second half operation mode, any one of a plurality of types of the second half operation modes in which the release time is a predetermined first release time and different openable times as special results. And a continuation effect means (effect control device 130) for executing a continuation effect that notifies whether or not the special game is continued at a predetermined timing in the second half operation mode and when the common operation mode ends. Yes.

  The “predetermined timing in the second half operation mode” is preferably set when there is a possibility that the end condition of each special game in which the second half operation mode is the second second half operation mode may be satisfied. For example, there are three types of special games that have the same number of rounds to be executed as the type of special game that becomes the second second half operation mode, but the openable time with respect to the first open time is equal, double, or triple. In the case of 1x, when the special game is finished, in the case of 2x, when the special game is half consumed and when the special game is finished, in the case of 3x, 1/3 of the special game, 2/3 Is when digested.

  Therefore, in addition to whether there is a second-half operation mode after the common operation, the player can be interested in whether the openable time is long or short, that is, whether the profit that can be obtained by special games is large or small, The fun of the game can be effectively improved by the operation of the variable winning device. Moreover, since it is alert | reported whether a special game will continue at the end of a common operation | movement aspect, the effect of the interest improvement by operation | movement of a special variable prize-winning apparatus can be heightened by production. Furthermore, when there is a second half operation mode, it is possible to enhance the effect of improving the interest by the operation of the special variable winning device by notifying whether or not the special game is continued at a predetermined timing.

  Further, the continuation effect means (effect control device 130) can execute the specific continuation effect when the special game continues after the next continuation effect in the continuation effect, and the next time when the specific continuation effect is executed. The continuation production is not performed.

  Therefore, if a specific continuation effect is performed, it is determined that the special game will be continued after the next continuation effect, and the profit that can be earned up to that point is guaranteed, so the player can play the game with peace of mind. be able to. Moreover, a player comes to expect the appearance of a specific continuation effect, the expectation with respect to a continuation effect can be raised, and an interest can be improved.

  The special result is a special result accompanied by the operation of the condition device, and the operation state setting means (game control device 100) uses the third operation mode as the operation mode of the special variable winning device (first variable winning device 15). Including the fourth win in which the first winning probability or the second winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means (game control device 100) after the special gaming state is finished, and the most open time in the first operation mode The total openable time in the long operation mode is equal to the total openable time in the third second half operation mode.

  Therefore, even if the operation mode is different, the profits obtained are the same, and it is possible to prevent the player from feeling dissatisfied with the short opening time.

  In addition, the game board 10 having a game area 12 on the front surface, a display device (liquid crystal display device 21), and a movable accessory device 22 having a movable member 221 operable near the top of the display device are provided. The movable accessory device 22 is disposed on the rear surface side of the display device, and the movable member 221 extends from the upper side of the display device across the upper end of the display device. An accessory driving mechanism that moves to the front side, and the accessory driving mechanism is fixed to the back side of the substrate member (base substrate 242) on which the display device is mounted on the front side. The display device is integrally configured, and the continuation effect means (effect control device 130) drives the movable accessory device 22 in the continuation effect.

  Accordingly, since the movable accessory device 22 and the display device are configured so as to be integrated by the substrate member, the movable member 221 can be stopped close to the position of the display screen accurately, so that it can be stopped. A powerful production can be performed. Further, since the continuation production means drives the movable accessory device 22 in the continuation production, it is possible to produce a powerful production in the continuation production.

  Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine as shown in the above-described embodiment as a gaming machine, for example, other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, etc. It can be applied to all gaming machines that use this game ball.

  In addition, it should be considered that the embodiment disclosed this time is illustrative and not restrictive in all respects. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Game machine 2 Front frame 3 Main body frame 10 Game board 12 Game area 13 Start winning opening 20 Center case 21 Liquid crystal display device (display device)
22 movable accessory device 23 decoration display device 30 collective display device 100 game control device 130 production control device 221 movable member (nitrofan unit)
224 Fan member 22c Nitro motor 225A First arm member 225B Second arm member 225a Guide hole 225b Support shaft (engagement shaft)
226 Cam 227 Engaging member 232 Coupling shaft (second fulcrum)
242 Base substrate (substrate member)
246 Production control board 255 Shaft hole member (first fulcrum)
301 Wiring bundle 320 Wiring processing member (wiring processing means)

Claims (1)

A movable accessory device having a movable member operable in the vicinity of the display device, wherein the display device is capable of executing a variable display game that varies a plurality of identification information, and the result of the variable display game is a special display result mode In the case of a gaming machine capable of generating a state advantageous to the player in the case of
The movable member includes a sub display device,
The movable accessory device is:
An accessory driving mechanism for moving the movable member to the front side of the display device;
The accessory driving mechanism is
A game machine, wherein the movable member is moved to the front side of the display device to displace the display surface of the sub display device.

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