JP2014233417A - Pinball game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a pinball game machine capable of enhancing interest in a game by executing an appropriate performance corresponding to an operation pattern of, for example, opening/closing means.SOLUTION: A pinball game machine includes informing performance execution means for executing a first informing performance (informing performance α) in execution of a special round in a first operation pattern and a second informing performance (informing performance β) in execution of a special round in a second operation pattern at predetermined timing. The informing performance execution means does not execute any informing performances thereafter in a special game state under execution in execution of the first informing performance.

Description

  The present invention relates to a ball game machine.

  Some conventional gaming machines not only simply repeat images and videos in order, but also develop videos of multiple scenarios as the round progresses, as an effect during a special game where many prize balls can be obtained was there.

  For example, the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 performs an effect selection process of selecting an effect display pattern by lottery using random numbers during a game. This effect selection process includes, in particular, the start of the 13th or 14th round of special gaming units, the start of the 15th round of special gaming units, and the 16th round of special gaming units ( At the start of the final round. Then, by combining the selected effects, the story develops, and finally the effects of notifying that “probable big hit” is realized (Patent Document 1, paragraphs 0065, 0073 to 0076, FIGS. 8 and 12). ).

JP 2002-66004 A

  However, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, a change is made to the effect performed on the image display device during a special game, and in particular, information that is useful to the player is notified last, so that the player is not bored. It was only there.

  The present invention has been made in view of such circumstances, and according to the type of special gaming state, the operation pattern of the opening / closing door of the attacker and the distribution unit that distributes the game ball is changed, and the operation pattern is further changed. It is an object of the present invention to provide a ball game machine that can improve the interest of the game by performing an appropriate production according to the response.

  According to a first aspect of the present invention, there is provided a determining means for determining whether or not to shift to a special gaming state advantageous to a player upon the start winning of the gaming ball, and an open state in which the gaming ball can enter Opening and closing means for switching to a closed state where it is impossible or difficult to enter, a specific area and a non-specific area through which the game ball can pass, and a distribution means for distributing the game ball to the specific area or the non-specific area A variable winning means having a specific area passage detecting means for detecting a game ball passing through the specific area and a non-specific area passage detecting means for detecting a game ball passing through the non-specific area; and the special game by the determination means. When the game ball is detected by the special game state execution means for executing the special game state and the specific area passage detection means based on the determination that the state is to be shifted to the state, after the special game state ends, Specific games that are advantageous to players A game state control means for shifting to a state, and the special game state is operated in a plurality of normal rounds in which the distribution means does not operate and a position in which the distribution means distributes the game balls to the specific area. The special round is composed of a plurality of special rounds. The special round includes a first action pattern in which a game ball can easily win a prize in the specific area by a predetermined action of the opening / closing means and / or the distributing means, and the first action A second action pattern that is difficult to win in comparison with the pattern, and when the special round is executed in the first action pattern, the first notification effect and the special round are executed in the second action pattern. A notification effect executing means capable of executing the second notification effect at a predetermined timing, and when the notification effect executing means executes the first notification effect, the special gaming state being executed Oite, then characterized in that it does not execute the first notification effect or the second notification effect.

  According to a second aspect, in the first aspect, the special game state is configured such that after the game based on the normal round is executed, the game based on the special round is executed. The execution of the first notification effect or the second notification effect is started before the start of the round.

  According to a third aspect of the present invention, in the first or second aspect of the invention, the notification effect executing means determines the first notification effect or the second notification effect from an interval time between the normal round immediately before the special round and the special round. It is characterized in that the execution of is started.

  According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, in the first to third aspects of the present invention, the present invention further comprises operation means for executing various effects at the time when the player operates, wherein the first notification effect and the second notification effect are the operation means by the player. It can be executed by the above operation.

  According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, in the first to fourth aspects of the present invention, the notification effect execution means is the special notification that operates in the first action pattern, and the first notification is performed when a game ball does not pass through the specific area. It is characterized by re-executing the performance.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by performing an appropriate effect according to the operation pattern of the opening / closing means and the like.

The perspective view of the front side which shows the external appearance of the pachinko game machine which concerns on embodiment. The perspective view of the back side which shows the external appearance of the pachinko machine of FIG. The front view of the game board of the pachinko gaming machine of FIG. 1 (Example 1). The block diagram which shows the structure of the control apparatus of the pachinko game machine of FIG. The figure (front view) explaining the winning apparatus containing a probability change transfer determination part. The figure (perspective view) explaining the prize-winning apparatus containing a probability change transfer determination part. The figure explaining the structure of a special game (pattern A, B). The figure (pattern C, D) explaining the structure of a special game. The figure explaining the structure of a special game (pattern E, F). The timing chart (long open pattern) explaining operation | movement of an attacker and a distribution part. The timing chart (short open pattern) explaining operation | movement of an attacker and a distribution part. The timing chart (actual opening time) explaining operation | movement of an attacker and a distribution part. Specific examples of notification effects and special round effects. The figure explaining the various flags set at the time of completion | finish of a special game. The figure explaining the kind of error. The flowchart which shows the game management process performed by the main control side. 11 is a flowchart showing input management processing in FIG. 10. The flowchart which shows the special symbol management process in FIG. The flowchart which shows the special symbol change start process in FIG. 12 (the first half). Flowchart showing the special symbol variation start processing in FIG. 12 (second half). The flowchart which shows the process during the special symbol confirmation time in FIG. 12 (the first half). The flowchart which shows the process during the special symbol confirmation time in FIG. FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing a special electric accessory management process in FIG. 10. The flowchart which shows the big hit start process in FIG. The flowchart which shows the special electric accessory operation start process in FIG. FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing a special winning opening / closing operation setting process in FIG. 17; The flowchart which shows the process during operation of the special electric accessory in FIG. FIG. 20 is a flowchart (first half) showing the big winning opening prize number check process in FIG. 19; The flowchart (latter half) which shows the number-of-award winning prize number check process in FIG. FIG. 16 is a flowchart (first half) showing the special electric accessory operation continuation determination process in FIG. 15; FIG. 16 is a flowchart (second half) showing the special electric accessory operation continuation determination process in FIG. 15; 21B is a flowchart showing the discharge confirmation process in FIG. 21A. The flowchart which shows the big hit end process in FIG. The flowchart which shows the main process performed by the sub-control side. The flowchart which shows the timer interruption process performed by the sub-control side. The front view of the game board of the pachinko machine of Example 2. FIG. The figure explaining the structure of the special game of Example 2. FIG. The timing chart (actual opening time) explaining operation | movement of an attacker and a distribution part.

  First, the outline of the ball game machine of the embodiment will be described.

  The ball game machine according to the present embodiment has a determination means for determining whether or not to shift to a special game state advantageous to the player, when the game ball starts to win, and an open state in which the game ball can enter Opening and closing means for switching to a closed state where it is impossible or difficult to enter, a specific area and a non-specific area through which the game ball can pass, and a distribution means for distributing the game ball to the specific area or the non-specific area A variable winning means having a specific area passage detecting means for detecting a game ball passing through the specific area and a non-specific area passage detecting means for detecting a game ball passing through the non-specific area; and the special game by the determination means. When the game ball is detected by the special game state execution means for executing the special game state and the specific area passage detection means based on the determination that the state is to be shifted to the state, after the special game state ends, Identified in favor of players A game state control means for shifting to a skill state, wherein the special game state is operated in a plurality of normal rounds in which the distribution means does not operate and a position in which the distribution means distributes game balls to the specific area The special round includes a first operation pattern in which a game ball can easily win in the specific area by a predetermined operation of the opening / closing means and / or the distributing means, and the first round A second action pattern that is difficult to win in comparison with the action pattern, and when the special round is executed in the first action pattern, the first notification effect is executed, and the special round is executed in the second action pattern. In the case where the notification effect executing means is capable of executing the second notification effect at a predetermined timing, and the notification effect executing means executes the first notification effect, the special game letter being executed. In, then characterized in that it does not execute the first notification effect or the second notification effect.

  In the present embodiment, the determining means determines whether or not to shift to a special gaming state (for example, a big hit game) advantageous to the player. In the special round in the special game state, the distribution means operates to a position for distributing the game balls to the specific area, so that the game balls pass through the specific area. Then, when the game balls are allocated to the specific area and the game balls are detected by the specific area passage detecting means, the game game state shifts to a specific game state advantageous to the player after the special game state is ended. The “specific game state advantageous to the player” includes, for example, a probability variation game and a short-time game that are more beneficial than the normal game state.

  There are two types of operation patterns based on a combination of the operations of the opening / closing means and the distribution means: a first operation pattern in which a game ball can easily win a specific area, and a second operation pattern in which a win is relatively difficult. For example, it is possible to control the ease of winning a prize by adjusting the operation time (opening time) of the opening / closing means in common with the operation of the distributing means. The ease of winning a prize may be controlled by changing the operation.

  The notification effect executing means executes the first notification effect (for example, notification for targeting the V attacker) at a predetermined timing when the special round is executed in the first operation pattern. Further, when the special round is executed in the second operation pattern, the second notification effect (for example, notification that the V attacker is not released) is executed at a predetermined timing. That is, the entertainment of the game can be improved by executing the notification effect regarding the operation pattern at various timings.

  When the first notification effect is executed, the special round is executed in the first operation pattern, so that the game ball passes through the specific area almost certainly. That is, since the transition to the specific game state is confirmed, no notification effect is executed thereafter in the special game state being executed. Thereby, after the first notification effect is once executed, the player can play various effects different from the first and second notification effects without performing a useless notification effect, for example. You can avoid getting bored.

  In the present embodiment, the special game state is configured such that the game in the special round is executed after the game in the normal round is executed, and the notification effect executing means is configured to start the special round before the start of the special round. It is preferable to start execution of the first notification effect or the second notification effect.

  In the special game state of the present embodiment, for example, a game by a special round is executed after a game by three normal rounds. And since the notification effect execution means starts the execution of the first notification effect or the second notification effect from the normal round before the start of the special round, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by effectively using the period of the normal round. it can.

  In the present embodiment, the notification effect executing means starts execution of the first notification effect or the second notification effect from an interval time between the normal round immediately before the special round and the special round. Is preferred.

  In this embodiment, it is not necessary for the player to launch a game ball during the interval time because the opening / closing means and the distributing means are closed. Therefore, the player can concentrate on the effect to be executed by starting the first notification effect or the second notification effect from the interval time.

  Further, in the present embodiment, it is provided with operation means for executing various effects when operated by the player, and the first notification effect and the second notification effect can be executed by the operation of the operation means by the player. It is preferable to do.

  Since the first notification effect and the second notification effect of the present embodiment include an effect that is executed when an operating means (an effect button described later) is operated, the player may participate in the effect. it can. For example, when the effect is executed at the interval time, the player can fully enjoy the effect by operating the operation means.

  In the present embodiment, the notification effect executing means re-executes the first notification effect when the game ball does not pass through the specific area in a special round that operates in the first operation pattern. Is preferred.

  In the present embodiment, even in the special round that operates in the first motion pattern, for example, when the player does not operate the firing handle, the game ball does not pass through the specific area. In such a case, since the first notification effect is re-executed, the player can be expected again and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Next, the configuration of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 includes a rectangular outer frame 2, and a front frame 3 and a front door 5 that are pivotally attached to the outer frame 2 so as to be opened and closed. The front frame 3 has a frame shape, and a game board 4 (see FIG. 3) can be attached to the opening. Further, a glass plate 6 is fitted in the central portion of the front door 5 so that the game board 4 can be visually recognized from the outside.

  Speakers 7 are provided on the left and right sides of the upper part of the front door 5. The speaker 7 is a sound output unit that outputs the effect sound effect accompanying the game to the outside. In addition, frame decoration LEDs 8 are provided on the left and right sides and the upper part of the front door 5. The frame decoration LED 8 is a decoration part in which the LED emits light and blinks in conjunction with the effect of the game.

  A front plate 9 is provided on the lower side of the front door 5, and a left end portion thereof is pivotally attached to the front frame 3 so as to be openable. The front plate 9 is provided with a launch handle 10 for operating the launch mechanism, an upper storage tray 11 for storing game balls, a lower storage tray 12 and the like.

  Further, a left effect button 13 and a center effect button 14 that can be operated when the built-in lamp is lit are provided on the surface portion of the upper storage dish 11. The production buttons 13 and 14 are given an opportunity for operation during the game, and can be produced by pressing the buttons. The production buttons 13 and 14 correspond to “operation means” of the present invention.

  FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the back side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 2, a frame-like back mechanism board 16 that holds down the game board 4 (see FIG. 3) from the back side is attached to the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1. A game ball storage tank 17 for storing game balls supplied from a game ball supply device (not shown) of the pachinko hall side island facility is provided on the upper side of the back mechanism board 16.

  A game ball payout device 19 for paying out game balls is provided at the inclined lower end of the tank rail 18 for drawing out the balls from the game ball storage tank 17. Furthermore, an external terminal board 21 for electrically connecting to a hall computer (see FIG. 4) that collectively manages all the gaming machines in the pachinko hall (game hall) is provided at the corner of the back mechanism board 16. The terminal board case 22 is housed and provided.

  In addition, a transparent back cover 23 attached to the back side of the game board 4 is provided in the approximate center of the back mechanism board 16. In this back cover 23, a transparent effect control board case 25a accommodating the effect control board 25 and a transparent liquid crystal control board case 26a accommodating the liquid crystal control board 26 are provided.

  A volume switch 31 is provided between the effect control board 25 and the liquid crystal control board 26. The volume can be set in 10 steps by rotating the knob.

  A transparent main control board case 24a that houses the main control board 24 is provided below the liquid crystal control board case 26a. The main control board 24 controls the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in an integrated manner. Since the main control board 24 is connected to various switches and sensors, it receives these detection signals and performs various processes.

  The main control board 24 is provided with a RAM clear switch 27. By turning on the power while pressing down the RAM clear switch 27, the stored contents of the RAM area are erased, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the initial state.

  The effect control board 25 receives various control commands transmitted from the main control board 24, and controls effects by, for example, the panel decoration LED 35 or the liquid crystal display device 36 (see FIG. 3) based on the control commands. In addition, on the back of the pachinko gaming machine 1, there is an abnormality notification LED 32 (see FIG. 4) that lights and blinks in response to a signal from the effect control board 25, and is used to confirm a specific abnormality.

  Below the main control board case 24a, a transparent power supply board case 28a containing a power supply board 28 and a transparent payout control board case 29a containing a payout control board 29 are disposed.

  Further, at a position corresponding to the launch handle 10, a launch control board 30 is provided on the rear side of a game ball launcher (not shown) provided with a strike rod for hitting the game ball and a launch motor for driving the hit ball. .

  Next, with reference to FIG. 3, the gaming board of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the game board 4 is formed of a substantially square panel, and the game area 4a on the board surface includes a center decorative body 34a fixed to the front surface of the decorative board 4b with a screw or the like, and a left corner decorative body. 34b, a right corner decoration body 34c, and the like. The decorative bodies 34a to 34c are each formed by integral molding by injection molding using a hard resin material such as polycarbonate.

  A plurality of panel decoration LEDs 35 are arranged on the center decoration body 34a. The board decoration LED 35 is a decoration unit that enhances the effect by changing the light emission color and the light emission mode in accordance with the symbol change display and the notice display in each game.

  An opening is formed in the center of the game board 4, and the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 36 is disposed in the opening. The liquid crystal display device 36 is a display that displays various effects such as a pattern on which various numbers, characters, and the like are drawn, a background image, and reach according to the game.

  An effect gate 40a is arranged in the approximate center of the upper part of the center ornament 34a. The effect gate 40a is a gate used for a specific effect during the game. In the case of this specific effect, if the player wins the game ball with the aim of the effect gate 40a, the effect will be further developed, and the player will be in an advantageous state.

  In addition, a normal symbol start gate 40b is arranged on the upper right side of the second big prize device 39b described later. The normal symbol start gate 40b is a winning device that is a normal symbol start trigger. A lottery is performed when the game ball passes through the normal symbol start gate 40b, and the normal symbol changes in the normal symbol display device 43b described later.

  On the right side of the liquid crystal display device 36, a movable accessory 37 having the shape of a dragon head is disposed. The movable accessory 37 operates according to the effects in the game and the expectation degree of jackpot. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided with a plurality of movable accessories in addition to the movable accessory 37, but is omitted in the drawing.

  A stage member 33 is disposed below the center decorative body 34a. The game ball guided here falls after swinging the central part of the stage, but the game ball that has passed through the groove in the center has a structure that makes it easy to win a first special symbol starting port 38a described later. .

  Below the stage member 33, a start winning device 38 including a first special symbol start port 38a and a second special symbol start port 38b is arranged. A lottery is performed when a game ball flowing down the game area 4a wins the first special symbol starting port 38a or the second special symbol starting port 38b, and the special symbol display device 43a described later displays a variation display of the special symbol. Made. In addition, the liquid crystal display device 36 also performs a variable display of decorative symbols corresponding to the special symbols.

  In the following, the special symbol that starts the variable display by winning at the first special symbol start port 38a is displayed as the special symbol 1 (or special diagram 1), and the variable display is started by winning at the second special symbol start port 38b. This special symbol is called special symbol 2 (or special symbol 2).

  The second special symbol start port 38b is provided with an opening / closing member, and when the opening / closing member is opened, the game ball is easily won. The above open / close member is opened a predetermined number of times for a predetermined time when a normal symbol lottery is won. Hereinafter, a device that combines the second special symbol start opening 38b and the opening / closing member may be referred to as an ordinary electric accessory (electric tulip or abbreviated “electric chew”).

  Below the start winning device 38, a first big winning device 39a is arranged. The first grand prize winning device 39a has an opening / closing door into which a game ball can enter when it falls to the front side. Further, on the right side of the start winning device 38, a second large winning device 39b is arranged. The big winning devices 39a and 39b are both winning devices that are opened for a predetermined time in a special game that shifts when a special symbol lottery is won, that is, when a big win is won. A lot of prize balls can be obtained by winning a game ball in a big prize opening (not shown) inside the big prize devices 39a and 39b.

  The winning device 49 including the second big winning device 39b includes a probability change transition determining unit. The probability change transition determination unit has a specific region (V zone) that is shifted to a probability variation (hereinafter also referred to as probability variation) state after the end of a special game by passing a game ball, and a probability variation state even if the game ball passes. It has a non-specific area that is not migrated

  In the present embodiment, the shape of the probability variation transition determination unit is covered with a sheet so that it cannot be visually recognized, and thus is indicated by a broken line. The second big winning device 39b corresponds to the “variable winning means” of the present invention. In the following, the first big prize device 39a may be called the attacker 1, and the second big prize device 39b may be called the attacker 2.

  A special symbol display device 43a and a normal symbol display device 43b are arranged on the upper right side of the game area 4a. The special symbol display device 43a is composed of two 7-segment LEDs (left and middle), and changes the special symbol in response to winning in the special symbol start ports 38a and 38b, and displays the lottery result. In addition, the remaining one (right) displays the number of reserved balls of special symbols and normal symbols and the short-time state.

  The normal symbol display device 43b is a display unit composed of a plurality of LEDs. The normal symbol is started by the winning of the normal symbol start gate 40b, and the lottery result is displayed by turning on the LED.

  On the left side of the game area 4a, a windmill 41 that changes the flow direction of the game ball and a large number of game nails (not shown) are arranged. In addition, a plurality of general winning ports 42 are arranged below the game area 4a. When the game ball wins the general winning opening 42, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out.

  On the leftmost side of the game area 4a, a guide rail 44 extending in a substantially vertical direction is arranged to guide a game ball launched by a launch mechanism (not shown) to the game area 4a. The guide rail 44 is composed of two metal strip-shaped outer and inner guide rails 44a and 44b.

  A space extending in the vertical direction between the two outer and inner guide rails 44a and 44b forms a launch passage 45 through which a game ball launched from the launch mechanism passes. At the upper end of the inner guide rail 44b, a return ball prevention piece 46 that allows the shot ball to pass in the launch direction (the game area 4a side) and prevents the return ball (the launch path 45 side) from passing is provided. ing. Further, at the lowermost part of the inner guide rail 44 b, an out ball collection port 47 and a ball approaching portion 48 for introducing the out ball into the out ball collection port 47 are formed.

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the control device of the pachinko gaming machine. In FIG. 4, the configuration of a relay board for relaying signals and some members not related to the present invention are omitted.

  This control device is mainly composed of a main control board 24 that comprehensively controls the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and an effect control board 25 that receives a command from the main control board 24 and controls the effect. A power supply board 28 is connected to each board including the main control board 24, receives an AC voltage 24V from an external power source, converts it to a DC voltage, and supplies it to each board.

  The main control board 24 includes a main control board CPU 241, a ROM 242 and a RAM 243 therein. The main control board CPU 241 is a so-called processor unit, such as a lottery process for determining whether or not to generate a big hit, creating a control command from information on the determined variation pattern and stop symbol, and transmitting the control command to the effect control board 25. Process. The CPU 241 corresponds to the “determination means”, “special game execution means”, and “game state control means” of the present invention.

  The ROM 242 is a storage unit that stores a control program describing a series of gaming machine control procedures, control data, and the like. The RAM 243 is a storage unit having a work area for temporarily storing data set by the processing of the main control board CPU 241.

  The main control board 24 includes a start winning opening sensor 38c, a large winning opening sensor 39c, a starting gate passage sensor 40c, a general winning opening sensor 42c, a specific area sensor 56c, a non-specific area sensor 57c, a magnetic sensor 50, a radio wave sensor 51, A vibration sensor 52 is connected to receive a detection signal of each sensor.

  The magnetic sensor 50 is a sensor that detects magnetism when a magnet or the like is brought close to the pachinko gaming machine 1. The radio wave sensor 51 is a sensor that detects strong radio waves emitted to the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the vibration sensor 52 is a sensor that detects strong vibration given to the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  Further, a special symbol display device 43a and a normal symbol display device 43b are connected to the main control board 24, and the random number information acquired by the main control board CPU 241 through a lottery process is transmitted to each of the symbol display devices 43a and 43b. .

  Further, the main control board 24 is connected to an external terminal board 21 having terminals for connecting to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Various information such as a big hit in a game, the number of winnings, the number of games, and errors that have occurred are transmitted from the main control board 24 to the hall computer via the external terminal board 21. The hall computer can store and manage various types of transmitted information.

  Further, a payout control board 29 is connected to the main control board 24. The payout control board 29 is connected to the lower storage tray full sensor 12 c and the front door opening sensor 20. Therefore, when these sensors detect an abnormality, a detection signal is transmitted to the main control board 24 via the payout control board 29. Note that the game ball payout device 19 and the launch control board 30 (further connected to the launch device 10a) are connected to the payout control board 29.

  Next, the effect control board 25 includes an effect control board CPU 251, a ROM 252, and a RAM 253 therein. The effect control board CPU 251 is a so-called processor unit, and receives a control command transmitted from the main control board 24, and performs processing for controlling various effects based on the control command. The production control board 25 corresponds to “notification production execution means” of the present invention.

  The ROM 252 is a storage unit that stores a control program describing a series of effect control procedures, effect data, and the like. The RAM 253 is a storage unit including a work area for temporarily storing data set by the processing of the effect control board CPU 251.

  Speaker 7, frame decoration LED 8, abnormality notification LED 32, panel decoration LED 35, volume switch 31, position detection sensor 55 c, left effect button 13, and center effect button 14 are connected to effect control board 25. Thereby, the production control board 25 controls the sound effect of the speaker 7, operation | movement of each LED, etc., and is raising the production effect, for example. The abnormality notification LED 32 is an LED provided on the back surface (the effect control board 25) of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and notifies that a specific abnormality has occurred.

  The position detection sensor 55c is a sensor that detects the position of the distribution unit in the probability variation transition determination unit described later. In addition, when the player pushes down the effect buttons 13 and 14 during the effective period, the detection signal is transmitted to the effect control board 25, and the effect displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36 changes.

  A liquid crystal control board 26 is connected to the effect control board 25. The liquid crystal control board 26 receives a command from the effect control board 25 and performs display control of the liquid crystal display device 36.

  The liquid crystal control board 26 includes a liquid crystal control CPU 261, a liquid crystal control ROM 262, a liquid crystal control RAM 263, a video display processor VDP 264, an image data ROM 265, and a VRAM 266 therein.

  The liquid crystal control CPU 261 is a so-called processor unit, and generates liquid crystal control data necessary for performing display control based on the liquid crystal control command received from the effect control board 25. The data is output to the video display processor VDP 264.

  The liquid crystal control ROM 262 is a storage unit that stores a program that describes the operation procedure of the liquid crystal control CPU 261, and the liquid crystal control RAM 263 is a storage unit that functions as a work area or a buffer memory.

  The video display processor VDP 264 is a processor that performs image processing of image data displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36. The image data ROM 265 is a storage unit that stores image data necessary for the video display processor VDP 264 to perform image processing. The VRAM 266 is a storage unit that temporarily stores image data processed by the video display processor VDP 264. is there.

  With the above configuration, the liquid crystal control board 26 performs image processing based on the liquid crystal control command transmitted from the effect control board 25, and displays effect images and moving images on the liquid crystal display device 36.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 5A and 5B, a winning device including a probability variation transition determining unit of a pachinko gaming machine will be described. The probability variation transition determination unit is in the prize winning device 49 including the second large prize winning device 39b and the normal symbol start gate 40b, and makes a determination regarding the right acquisition of the probability variation transition.

  In the present embodiment, in the special game, the player is right-handed. Accordingly, the game ball flows down from the upper right part of the winning device 49. Then, the game ball passes through the vicinity of the normal symbol start gate 40b and reaches the second grand prize device 39b. In addition, the game ball that has passed through the normal symbol start gate 40b is guided toward the second grand prize device 39b by the ball guiding portion 53 (see FIG. 5B).

  The second grand prize winning device 39b has an opening / closing door (corresponding to the “opening / closing means” of the present invention), and when the opening / closing door is retracted rearward, a game ball can enter inside. The game balls that have been entered are detected by the big prize opening sensor 39c and counted as the number of prizes received by the second big prize winning device 39b. The game ball then proceeds in the direction of the probability change transition determination unit 54.

  On the other hand, when the open / close door protrudes forward, the game ball cannot enter the inside of the second large winning device 39b. In this case, the game ball can pass through the upper part of the open / close door, and the game ball is guided in the direction of the second special symbol starting port 38b.

  The probability change transition determination unit 54 is initially one passage, but is finally distributed to the left specific area 56 or the right non-specific area 57. The distribution unit 55 (corresponding to the “distribution means” of the present invention) provided in the middle of the passage is movable in the left-right direction, and position information is transmitted to the effect control board 25 by the position detection sensor 55c. In FIG. 5B, the distribution unit 55 is omitted.

  Here, the “sorting means” includes various modes in which game balls can be sorted. For example, in a prize-winning device in which a hole that moves in and out of a specific area or a hole in a specific area and a hole in a non-specific area are arranged side by side, a shutter member that closes one hole is also included in the “distribution means” It is. In addition, one ball detection switch may be switched over time to determine whether or not it is a specific prize.

  The probability change determination unit 54 determines whether to acquire the right of probability change in a special round during a special game (eg, a fourth round in Example 1 described later). Although details will be described later, when winning per probability variation symbol, after the end of the special game, it shifts to a probability variation mode in which the jackpot probability is set high. For this reason, in the special round, the specific area 56 is opened for a period of time that allows the game ball to pass.

  When the specific area 56 is in the open state, the sorting unit 55 is moved to the right side, and when in the closed state, the specific area 56 is moved to the left side. In the first embodiment, the specific area 56 is opened in the fourth round or the like so that the right of probability change can be acquired.

  On the other hand, in the case of winning per non-probable variation symbol, basically, it is not permitted to enter the probability variation mode after the special game ends. In this case, it is made difficult for the game ball to pass through the specific area 56 by setting the operation time of the door to be short.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 5B, a ball detection sensor is provided in the specific area 56 and the non-specific area 57, and when the game ball passes, a ball detection signal is transmitted to the main control board 24. Yes. These ball detection sensors count the number of discharged balls discharged from the second big winning device 39b. The specific area sensor 56c of the specific area 56 corresponds to “specific area passage detection means” of the present invention, and the non-specific area sensor 57c of the non-specific area 57 corresponds to “non-specific area passage detection means” of the present invention. .

[Example 1]
Next, with reference to FIG. 6A, the configuration of the special game of the first embodiment (“big hit pattern A”, “big hit pattern B”) will be described.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 has a probable variation pattern and a non-probability variation symbol, and a special game is awarded by winning each. “Big hit pattern A” to “Big hit pattern C” to be described later are special games given per probability variation symbol, and the opening / closing door is opened for a long time at least once in a special round to be described later. The details will be described below.

  First, the “big hit pattern A” is composed of a total of 14 rounds, and after the special game is over, the gaming state becomes the probability variation mode (see FIG. 6A (a)). The probability variation mode is an example of the “specific game state” in the present invention.

  It is well known that the probability variation mode continues until the next jackpot occurrence, but in the first embodiment, the number of times is limited, and the game ends when a predetermined number of games (100 times) are performed. At this time, not only the winning probability is high, but the opening / closing member of the ordinary electric accessory is frequently opened (with the electric chew support), so that the game ball is easy to start and win.

  In “big hit pattern A”, a start interval (opening) is first performed. In the start interval, “big hit display” and “right-handed display” are performed in a period of 10000 ms (10.0 seconds). The “big hit display” is a character display such as “big hit” performed before the start of the first round, and a plurality of displays are prepared depending on the big hit type.

  That is, the character display, the figure (picture or character) appearing at this time, the background, or a combination thereof may be varied depending on the type of special game. For example, in the case of a special game in which the open / close door is opened for a long time at least once in a special round, the characters are displayed in white or blue.

  In the case of a special game in which the open / close door is opened for a long time in all special rounds, the character display can be made conspicuous as a golden or seven-colored rainbow pattern or a combination of yellow and black. Since this is a notification effect until it gets tired, notification of an inconspicuous aspect is made, but actually, a special game with high value may be executed. On the contrary, although the notice of the conspicuous aspect is carried out, you may perform the lie notice that a special game with a low value is performed. Thereby, the player can predict the jackpot type to be executed at the start of the special game, and the interest of the game is improved.

  The “right-handed display” is an instruction for an attacker to be used in a special game. In particular, the player is instructed to make a right turn for reasons such as a round in which the attacker 2 (second big prize device 39b) arranged on the right side of the board is used.

  Thereafter, the first round starts. In the first round, the operation time of the open / close door is 29000 ms (29.0 seconds), and the attacker 1 (the first big winning device 39a) is used. Note that rounds other than rounds 4, 8, and 12 to be described later are called “normal rounds” and correspond to the “normal rounds” of the present invention.

  In the first round, a round display of “Round01” is performed, and a “challenge effect” starts. In the “challenge effect”, for example, an effect in which the main character and the opponent character battle each other is performed. At this stage, winning or losing is unknown, but one opponent character is selected from a plurality of characters having different strengths. It is also possible to prepare effects such as determining the first and second attacks using the effect buttons 13 and 14.

  When the opening / closing door operating time (opening time) ends, the interval time becomes 2000 ms (2.0 seconds). This is a time for confirming the discharge of the game ball won in the attacker 1, and the number of winnings and the number of discharging until the elapse of this time are considered valid. Since the attacker 1 has only one big prize opening sensor, the number of winning and the number of discharging always match.

  The special game then proceeds to the second round and then to the third round. The second and third rounds are substantially the same as the first round except that the round display proceeds in accordance with the progress of the rounds, and therefore some drawings are omitted.

  The ongoing “challenge production” progresses to the interval time of the third round while developing as the round progresses. In this “Challenge production (excellent)”, the main character is dominant, and finally the story is a story of defeating the opponent character and winning. Thereafter, “notification effect α” is executed from the start of the interval time of 7300 ms (7.3 seconds).

  In the “notification effect α”, first, an image of the left effect button 13 (or the center effect button 14) is displayed, and the player is instructed to perform the operation or repeated hits. Then, when the player operates the left effect button 13, an effect of confirming the victory with “Challenge effect (excellent)” is started. Furthermore, the attacker targeted for the next fourth round is notified (see FIG. 7A). The “notification effect α” corresponds to the “first notification effect” of the present invention. Then proceed to the fourth round.

  The fourth round differs from the first to third rounds in the operation of the door. The fourth round is composed of a waiting period (2700 ms) in which the open / close door is closed and an open period (26300 ms) in which the open / close door is opened for a long time. In addition, here, the attacker 2 (second prize-winning device 39b) is used, and the above-described distribution unit 55 operates to open the specific area 56 for a predetermined time. The fourth round is called a “special round” and corresponds to the “special round” of the present invention.

  Here, the “notification effect α” has been completed by the start of the fourth round, but may be continuously executed until the end of the standby period of the fourth round. As a result, it is possible to notify the attacker who is aiming until the opening / closing door is opened for a long time, and the player is not confused by the game in the special round.

  In the fourth round, a “special round effect (special R effect)” is performed as a video. This is a display performed only in a special round in which the open / close door of the attacker 2 is opened for a long time. That is, when the main character wins in the “notification effect α” described above, an effect flow is made in which the mode shifts to the probability variation mode after the special game ends.

  When the game ball passes through the specific area 56 (hereinafter referred to as V winning), the player can acquire the right to shift to the probability variation mode. In the fourth round, since the opening / closing door is in a long time, the right can be obtained in most cases if the player has launched a game ball aiming at the attacker 2. Further, “V winning display” is performed to display a “V mark” when the right is acquired (see FIG. 7B).

  Here, the “V winning display” is continuously displayed for a predetermined time even when the timing of the V winning is delayed. That is, even when the next fifth round starts, the “V winning display” may continue. Thereby, the player can be strongly impressed that the V prize has been won.

  For example, a small V mark may be displayed on the big hit symbol even after a predetermined time for continuing the “V winning display” has elapsed. The display of the small V mark may be continued until the final round, but it is necessary to end the game before the game in the probability variation mode at the latest.

  The interval time of the fourth round is 3000 ms (3.0 seconds), and the number of winnings and the number of discharging until the elapse of this time are confirmed. Unlike the attacker 1, since the number of discharges is the sum of the game balls that have passed through the specific area 56 and the non-specific area 57, the interval time is set longer.

  Here, the next fifth round does not start until it is confirmed that all the game balls that have entered the attacker 2 have been discharged. That is, in the fourth round, which is a special round, the process proceeds to the fifth round when both the conditions that the interval time elapses and that the number of winnings and the number of winning matches are satisfied.

  Note that the “V winning display” described above may be ended at the same time as the end of the fourth round, or only the small V mark may be displayed after the fifth round, for example. The “V winning display” may be continued until the final round, but it is necessary to end the game before the game in the probability variation mode at the latest.

  In the fifth round, the attacker 1 is used again. Since the operation time of the door is 29000 ms, it is the same as the first to third rounds. Also, the round display progresses in the same way, but “Big Hit Effect 1 + Opening Theme” starts as a video. This is an effect in which specific music is played and continues until the end of the tenth round.

  Thereafter, after the interval time of the fifth round of 2000 ms, the process proceeds to the sixth round. Since the sixth and seventh rounds are the same as the fifth round except that the round display proceeds, some of the drawings are omitted.

  Then proceed to the eighth round. The eighth round is the second special round, and the attacker 2 is used again. The operation of the door of the attacker 2 is the same as in the fourth round. Since the player may have failed to acquire the right to change probability in the fourth round, the distribution unit 55 is opened again.

  Then, after the interval time of the eighth round of 3000 ms, the process proceeds to the ninth round. Attacker 1 is used in the ninth and tenth rounds. The operation time and interval time of the open / close door are the same as those in the first to third rounds, and the round display proceeds according to the progress of the round.

  In the subsequent 11th to 14th rounds, the open / close door operates for 80 ms. Then, after an interval time of 2000 ms, it proceeds to the next round. In the 11th to 14th rounds, the operation time of the opening / closing door is extremely short, so that most of the game balls do not win the attacker, and the player cannot acquire the prize balls. At this time, the round display is not performed and the “ending effect” is performed.

  In the 12th round, the open / close door of the attacker 2 is opened for 80 ms, and the interval time is 3000 ms. At this time, the distribution unit 55 operates in a short period of time (specific area short opening described later), but the period can be changed.

  Thereafter, after an interval time of the 14th round of 2000 ms, the process proceeds to an “end interval (ending)” of 8000 ms (8.0 seconds). Here, although all the attackers are closed, the liquid crystal display device 36 performs “ending display”.

  The “ending display” is a character display such as “Fin” or “probability change mode entry” indicating that the specific game has ended. In addition, at the end of this production, a warning of the strategy, a company logo display, etc. are displayed. Then, as the end interval time elapses, the “big hit pattern A” ends, and the game in the probability variation mode starts.

  Next, the “big hit pattern B” will be described focusing on the differences from the “big hit pattern A”. The “hit pattern B” is also composed of 14 rounds in total, and after the special game is over, the gaming state becomes the probability variation mode (see FIG. 6A (b)).

  The operating time of the use attacker and the door in the first to third rounds is the same as the “big hit pattern A”, but the content of the video is different. In addition, “challenge production (inferior)” is executed, but this time, since the main character is inferior and eventually becomes a story defeated by the opponent character, for example, a strong character is selected.

  This time, “notification effect β” is executed from the start of the interval time of the third round of 7000 ms (7.0 seconds). The content of “notification effect β” is different from “notification effect α”, and when the player operates the effect button 13, the effect of defeat confirmation with “challenge effect (inferior)” starts. Also, there is no notification about the attacker targeted in the next fourth round. The “notification effect β” corresponds to the “second notification effect” of the present invention.

  Then proceed to the fourth round. The fourth round is a special round and uses the attacker 2. The operation time of the open / close door is 100 ms, which is set to be extremely short as compared with the fourth round of the “big hit pattern A”. Here, even if the player strikes a game ball aiming at the attacker 2, the player hardly wins a V and cannot acquire the right to shift. That is, since the protagonist is defeated in the “notification effect β”, the probability variation mode is not given.

  Then, after the interval time of the fourth round of 3000 ms, the process proceeds to the fifth round. In the fifth round, the attacker 1 is used again. In addition, “Challenge production (excellent)” starts, but this time the main character plays against an opponent character different from “Challenge production (inferior)”.

  Thereafter, “challenge production (excellent)” develops as the round progresses, and proceeds to the interval time of the seventh round. Thereafter, “notification effect α” is executed from the beginning of the 7300 ms seventh round interval time, but this time, when the player operates the left effect button 13, the victory is confirmed with “challenge effect (excellent)”. Is started, and the attacker targeted for the next round 8 is notified.

  Then proceed to the eighth round. The eighth round is the second special round, and the attacker 2 is used again. The eighth round includes a standby period (2700 ms) in which the open / close door is kept closed and an open period (26300 ms) in which the open / close door is opened for a long time.

  In the eighth round, a “special round effect (special R effect)” is performed as a video. That is, when the protagonist wins in the “notification effect α” described above, the effect flow is such that the transition to the probability variation mode is made after the special game is over.

  Further, when the game ball wins V, the player can acquire the right to shift to the probability variation mode. This special round takes a long time for the doors to be open, and in most cases the right can be obtained. When the right is acquired, “V winning display” is performed.

  Then, after the interval time of the eighth round of 3000 ms, the process proceeds to the ninth round. In the ninth to eleventh rounds, the attacker 1 is used again. Since the operation time of the door is 29000 ms, it is the same as the first to third rounds. The point that the round display progresses is the same, but “Big Hit Effect 1 + Opening Theme” starts as a video.

  Then, after an interval time of the eleventh round of 2000 ms, the process proceeds to the twelfth round. In the 12th to 14th rounds, the open / close door operates for 80 ms. Then, after an interval time of 2000 ms, it proceeds to the next round. In the 12th round, the open / close door of the attacker 2 is opened for 80 ms, and the interval time is 3000 ms.

  Further, after an interval time of the 14th round of 2000 ms, the process proceeds to an “end interval (ending)” of 10,000 ms. Then, as the end interval time elapses, the “big hit pattern B” ends and the game in the probability variation mode starts.

  The “hit pattern B” provides an effect that makes it seem that the right to shift to probability change cannot be acquired at first, but finally causes the player to acquire the right. At this time, the player feels concerned about acquiring the right to change the probability, but after that, expects to be given an opportunity to acquire the right. And since the opportunity is actually given, it becomes a novel game nature and the interest of a game improves.

  The “challenge production (second time)” described above may be a “revenge match production” in which the main character battles against the same opponent character as the “challenge production (first time)”. Moreover, the “challenge production (inferior)” story may be continued, and for example, the “revival production” in which the defeated hero is revived by repeatedly hitting the production button 13 may be used.

  “Notification effect α” and “notification effect β” are executed from the start of the interval time immediately before the special round, but may be executed from any timing as long as part of the interval time is included. In the interval time of the present embodiment, the opening / closing door is closed, and the player does not have to launch a game ball, so that the production can be fully enjoyed.

  Once the “challenge production (excellent)” that will ultimately win the main character is executed, the “challenge production” is not executed thereafter in the special game being executed. In addition, “notification effect α” is executed immediately before the special round (the fourth round of “hit pattern A” and the eighth round of “hit pattern B”) in which the door is opened for a long time. "Is executed after that, the notification effect for the special round is not executed. In other words, since the presentation is changed according to the operation pattern of the attacker and the useless presentation is not performed, the interest of the game can be improved.

  Even in a special round in which the open / close door is opened for a long time, the player will not win the V prize unless he or she launches a ball. If the V prize is not won for such reasons, the “challenge effect” may be re-executed thereafter. Further, “notification effect α” may be re-executed immediately before the next special round.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 6B, the configuration of the special game of the first embodiment (“big hit pattern C”, “big hit pattern D”) will be described.

  First, the “big hit pattern C” will be described focusing on the differences from the “big hit pattern B”. The “hit pattern C” is composed of 14 rounds in total, and after the special game is over, the gaming state becomes the probability variation mode (see FIG. 6B (c)).

  From the start interval to the end of the fourth round, the same control as the “big hit pattern B” is performed, and the details are omitted. In addition, although “challenge production (inferior)” is executed from the start of the fifth round, as in the case of the “big hit pattern B”, the opponent character is different from the first “challenge production”. Then proceed to the seventh round.

  “Challenge production (inferior)” progresses to the interval time of the seventh round while developing as the round progresses. “Challenge production (inferior)” of “hit pattern C” is a story that the hero eventually loses. Therefore, “notification effect β” is executed from the start of the interval time of 7000 ms.

  The eighth round is the second special round, and the attacker 2 is used again. The operation time of the open / close door is 100 ms, which is set to be extremely short compared to the eighth round of the “big hit pattern B”. Accordingly, here too, game balls rarely win V, and the right to change probability cannot be acquired.

  Then, after the interval time of the eighth round of 3000 ms, the process proceeds to the ninth round. In the ninth round, the attacker 1 is used again. This time, “Challenge production (excellent)” starts, but this time the main character plays against the opponent character different from the first and second “Challenge production”.

  Thereafter, the “Challenge production (excellent)” develops with the progress of the round, and proceeds to the interval time of the eleventh round. This “challenge production (excellent)” is a story where the hero eventually defeats the opponent character and wins. Therefore, “notification effect α” is executed from the start of the interval time of 7300 ms.

  Then proceed to the 12th round. The twelfth round is the third special round, and the attacker 2 is used again. The twelfth round is composed of a standby period (2700 ms) in which the open / close door is kept closed and an open period (26300 ms) in which the open / close door is opened for a long time.

  In the twelfth round, a “special round effect (special R effect)” is performed as a video. That is, when the protagonist wins in the “notification effect α” described above, the effect flow is such that the transition to the probability variation mode is made after the special game is over.

  Further, when the game ball wins V, the player can acquire the right to shift to the probability variation mode. This special round takes a long time for the doors to be open, and in most cases the right can be obtained. When the right is acquired, “V winning display” is performed.

  Then, after the interval time of the 12th round of 3000 ms, the process proceeds to the 13th round. In the 13th round, the door is opened for 80 ms, and after an interval time of 2000 ms, the process proceeds to the 14th round. The “ending effect” of the special game starts from the start of the interval time of the 12th round.

  Then, after an interval time of the 14th round of 2000 ms, the process proceeds to an “end interval (ending)” of 11000 ms. Here, the “ending display” is performed on the liquid crystal display device 36. Then, as the end interval time elapses, the “big hit pattern C” ends, and the game in the probability variation mode starts.

  As described in the above “big hit pattern A” to “big hit pattern C”, in the first embodiment, the open / close door is opened for a long time in any one of a plurality of special rounds during the special game. In addition, the “challenge production” performed during the normal round is related to the movement pattern of the doors in the subsequent special round, which enhances the interest of the game during the special game.

  Next, the “big hit pattern D” will be described focusing on the differences from the “big hit pattern C”. The “hit pattern D” is composed of 14 rounds in total, and after the completion, the gaming state is set to the time reduction mode (see FIG. 6B (d)). Unlike the “hit pattern A” to “hit pattern C”, the “hit pattern D” is a special round in which all the doors are opened for a short time. The time saving mode is an example of the “specific game state” in the present invention.

  The short-time mode is a gaming state in which the big hit probability is low, but the symbol variation display time is shortened. Since the opening / closing member of the ordinary electric accessory is opened more frequently than in the normal game mode (with the electric chew support), the game ball is easy to start and win. Further, the time-saving game mode of the first embodiment is ended when a predetermined number of games (for example, 100 times) are performed.

  From the start interval to the end of the eighth round, the same control as the “big hit pattern C” is performed, and the details are omitted. In addition, although “challenge production (inferior)” is executed from the start of the ninth round, as in the “big hit pattern C”, a battle with a different opponent character is performed. Then proceed to the eleventh round.

  Thereafter, “challenge production (inferior)” develops as the round progresses, and proceeds to the interval time of the eleventh round. This “challenge production (inferior)” is the story that the hero eventually loses. Therefore, “notification effect β” is executed from the start of the interval time of 7000 ms.

  The twelfth round is the third special round, and the attacker 2 is used again. The operation time of the open / close door is 80 ms, which is set to be extremely short compared to the 12th round of the “big hit pattern C”. Accordingly, here, too, the game balls rarely win V, and as a result, the player cannot acquire the right to change probability.

  Then, after the interval time of the 12th round of 3000 ms, the process proceeds to the 13th round. In the 13th round, the door is opened for 80 ms, and after an interval time of 2000 ms, the process proceeds to the 14th round. At this time, the “ending effect” of the special game starts, but no round display is performed.

  Thereafter, after an interval time of the 14th round of 2000 ms, the process proceeds to an “end interval (ending)” of 3000 ms. Here, the “ending display” is performed on the liquid crystal display device 36. Then, as the end interval time elapses, the “big hit pattern D” ends and the game in the time-saving mode starts.

  The “hit pattern D” is a jackpot pattern with a small profit because it does not shift to the probability variation mode after the end of the special game. However, if a special round of a long open pattern is finally executed, such as “big hit pattern B” and “big hit pattern C”, and only the hit pattern that shifts to the probability variation mode, the player will not be irritated or anxious. It will be very small. Therefore, the game is enriched by providing a game that includes the “big hit pattern D” and encouraging the player's impatience and anxiety.

  The “V winning display” may be made different depending on whether a V winning per probability variation symbol or a V winning per non-variable symbol. In such a case, the player can rarely see the “V prize display” that is different from the normal one, and does not get bored with the “V prize display” even if the game is played for a long time.

  If a V prize is awarded for each non-probable variable symbol, there is a possibility that the V prize has been obtained illegally, so an error notification or warning display may be performed simultaneously with the “V prize display”. In this case, the display time of “V winning display” may be set longer than in the case of winning a V per probability variation symbol.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 6C, the configuration of the special game according to the first embodiment ("big hit pattern E", "big hit pattern F") will be described.

  First, the “big hit pattern E” is a probable hit of the “7” symbol, and is composed of a total of 16 rounds. After the special game is over, the game state is in the probability variation mode (see FIG. 6C (e)). In addition, the “big hit pattern E” is composed of 16 rounds, and the operation time of the doors is long in the second half round, so that there are the most balls out of the big hit patterns of the first embodiment.

  In the first round, the operation time of the open / close door is 29000 ms, and the attacker 1 is used. At this time, unlike the “hit pattern A” to “hit pattern D”, the “hit effect 1 + opening theme” is executed as early as possible. In the case of “7” symbol probable hit, since it is configured to surely win a V in a special round, the above-described effect is started at this point. Note that the “big hit effect 1 + opening theme” continues until the end of the 15th round.

  The fourth, eighth, and twelfth rounds are special rounds, and the attacker 2 is used. The fourth, eighth, and twelfth rounds include a waiting period (2700 ms) in which the open / close door is kept closed and an open period (26300 ms) in which the open / close door is opened for a long time.

  Since there are three special rounds that open and close the door for a long period of time, a “special round effect (special R effect)” is performed as an image of the special round. Then, when the game ball wins V in any special round, that is, when the right to change probability is acquired, “V winning display” is performed (FIG. 6C (e) shows V winning in the fourth round. Shows the case).

  In the “hit pattern E”, the operation time of the open / close door is 29000 ms even in the 13th to 16th rounds, so that the game balls are easy to enter and the player can acquire a lot of prize balls.

  Then, after an interval time of the 16th round of 2000 ms, the process proceeds to an “end interval (ending)” of 18000 ms (18.0 seconds). Here, the “ending display” is performed on the liquid crystal display device 36. Then, as the end interval time elapses, the “big hit pattern E” ends, and the game in the probability variation mode starts.

  Next, the “big hit pattern F” will be described. The “big hit pattern F” is one of the big hits peculiar to FIG. The “big hit pattern F” is composed of a total of 12 rounds, and after the special game is over, the gaming state becomes the probability variation mode (see FIG. 6C (f)).

  In the first round, the operation time of the open / close door is 29000 ms, and the attacker 1 is used. At this time, as in the case of the “big hit pattern E”, the “big hit effect 1 + opening theme” is executed as early as possible.

  After the elapse of the interval time of the first round, the special game proceeds to the second round and further to the third round. The second and third rounds are substantially the same as the first round except that the round display proceeds in accordance with the progress of the rounds, and therefore some drawings are omitted.

  The fourth round is a special round and uses the attacker 2. The fourth round is composed of a standby period (2700 ms) in which the open / close door is kept closed and an open period (26300 ms) in which the open / close door is opened for a long time.

  In the fourth round, a “special round effect (special R effect)” is performed as a video. In addition, since the opening / closing door is in an open state for a long time, in most cases, it is possible to acquire the right to make a probable change if the player has launched a game ball aiming at the attacker 2. When the right is acquired, “V winning display” is performed.

  Then, after the interval time of the fourth round of 3000 ms, the process proceeds to the fifth round. In the fifth round, the door is opened for 100 ms, and after the interval time of 2000 ms, it proceeds to the next round. This opening / closing door operation continues until the final twelfth round. Since the eighth and twelfth rounds are special rounds, the open / close door of the attacker 2 is opened for 100 ms, and the interval time is 3000 ms.

  In addition, a “battle partner selection effect” is performed from the start of the interval time of the fourth round. In the “battle partner selection effect”, an effect of selecting a fellow character who will be a hero's partner in a “challenge effect” described later is performed. The “battle partner selection effect” continues until the middle of the 12th round.

  After that, the “immediate challenge production” is performed from the start of the interval time of the 12th round of 3000 ms. The “immediate challenge challenge effect” is a character battle effect similar to the “challenge effect”, and continues until the end of the 5000 ms end interval (ending). Then, as the end interval time elapses, the “big hit pattern F” ends, and the game in the probability variation mode starts.

  The winning ratio (breakdown) of the jackpot type may be changed between Special Figure 1 and Special Figure 2. For example, the above-mentioned “hit pattern E” can be set more easily in the lottery of the special figure 2 than the special figure 1, that is, the lottery when the game ball wins the second special symbol start opening 38b. The second special symbol starting port 38b is easy to win a game ball in the probability variation mode or the short-time mode, so it is very advantageous for the player by making it easy to win the “big hit pattern E” having a large profit. It becomes a gaming state.

  Finally, a special situation during a special game will be described. For example, in the “big hit pattern A”, the operation time of the open / close door in the fourth round is relatively long. However, if the player does not strike a game ball, a V prize is not won and the right to shift to the probability variation mode cannot be acquired. In such a case, it is necessary to shift to a gaming state other than the probability variation mode, but in the first embodiment, a low probability state with electric chew support is set.

  At this time, since there is no restriction on the production, the background displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36 is the same as the probability variation mode. Therefore, the player does not notice that the appearance is in a low probability state.

  On the other hand, in the “big hit pattern D”, the operation time of the open / close doors in the fourth, eighth and twelfth rounds is extremely short, but there is a slight possibility that a game ball enters the attacker 2 and further wins a V prize. In this case, a high probability state with electric Chu support is obtained. Also in this case, since there is no restriction on the production, the background displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36 is the same as that in the time reduction mode. Therefore, the player is unaware that the appearance is in a high probability state.

  Thereby, the effect after the end of the special game always corresponds to the jackpot type. Regardless of whether or not the game ball has won a V, after that, a predetermined round effect (“big hit effect 1”, etc.) and an ending effect (ending display, ending effect) will be performed. In spite of the fact that the hero's victory has been confirmed in the “notification production α”, there is no production inconsistency or contradiction, such as the production in the probability variation mode after the special game is over.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 6D, the operation of the attacker and the allocating unit (long open pattern, “first operation pattern” of the present invention) will be described.

  First, the operation of the attacker in the normal round will be described. Specifically, it is the operation of the door of the attacker 1 (first grand prize winning device 39a), which means an open state when the signal is “ON” and a closed state when the signal is “OFF”.

  As described above, the operation time of the opening / closing door of the normal round is 29.0 seconds, and after the opening / closing of the opening / closing door, the next round passes through the interval time of 2.0 seconds, 7.0 seconds, or 7.3 seconds. Proceed to In the normal round, the distribution unit (the distribution unit 55 in FIG. 5A) does not operate.

  Next, a special round attacker operation will be described. Specifically, it is the operation of the opening / closing door of the attacker 2 (second large winning device 39b). As shown in the drawing, the operation time (opening period) of the open / close door in the special round is 26.3 seconds (longest time).

  When the opening / closing door operation time elapses, the next round is advanced after an interval time of 3.0 seconds. Note that there is a waiting period (2.7 seconds) in which the open / close door of the attacker 2 is closed before the distribution unit is opened for a long time.

  Next, the operation of the distribution unit in the special round will be described. First, the distribution unit moves to a position (hereinafter referred to as an open position) for opening the specific area 56 for 0.02 seconds (specific area short opening). After that, it returns to the closed position for 2.68 seconds and moves to the open position again. Thereafter, the distribution unit is held in the open position for 29.3 seconds (specific area length release), and then returns to the closed position again. The timing at which the sorting unit returns to the closed position is at the end of the interval time, but the timing at which the sorting unit moves to the open position for the second time is not limited to when the opening / closing door of the attacker 2 is operated.

  Further, it is not necessary to separate the operation of the distributing unit into short opening and long opening. For example, in the case of a special game in which all of the doors are opened for a long time in a special round, as in the above “hit pattern E”, even if the distribution unit is only opened for a long time from the start of the waiting time of the attacker 2 Good. Thereby, the dissatisfaction of the player that is waited for the launch until the long release starts can be solved. Note that the closing timing can be arbitrarily determined, for example, by returning the distributing unit to the closed position in synchronization with the closing of the opening / closing door of the attacker 2.

  In addition, even when the operation time of the door is set to be relatively short, for example, 10 seconds (the longest time), the “first operation pattern” of the present invention is used when the distribution unit is operated so as to make it easy to win V. include. That is, whether or not it corresponds to the “first operation pattern” depends on a combination of the operation time of the door and the operation of the distribution unit.

  Further, the interval time immediately before the special round may be set to a time shorter than the normal interval time (2000 ms). For example, if the interval time of the seventh round is 500 ms (0.5 seconds) and the time until the distribution part is released is 1500 ms (1.5 seconds), the normal interval between the normal round and the special round is also normal. It can be set at the same interval as time. Of course, the interval time (3000 ms) immediately after the special round may be set to a short time (for example, 2000 ms). Thereby, a special game can be advanced without a sense of incongruity for a player.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 6E, the operation of the attacker and the allocating unit (short open pattern, “second operation pattern” of the present invention) will be described.

  First, the attacker operation in the normal round will be described. For example, in the “big hit pattern A” described above, the open / close door of the attacker 1 operates for a short time in the eleventh, thirteenth and fourteenth rounds. The operation time of the open / close door is 0.08 seconds, and after closing the open / close door, the next round is passed through an interval time of 2.0 seconds.

  Next, a special round attacker operation will be described. For example, in the “big hit pattern B” described above, the open / close door of the attacker 2 operates for a short time in the fourth round. The operation time of the open / close door is 0.10 seconds, and after closing the open / close door, the next round is passed through an interval time of 3.0 seconds.

  The distribution unit always operates in a constant manner regardless of the operation time of the attacker. As shown in the drawing, since the time for the distributing unit to be in the open position is only 0.02 seconds during the period of 0.10 seconds when the opening / closing door of the attacker 2 is operated, the game ball will not normally win a V prize. .

  The distribution unit returns to the closed position for 2.68 seconds and is held again in the open position. However, in the first embodiment, the normal round is always performed after the special round. A game ball never wins a V in the round.

  Here, when the interval time has elapsed, the distribution unit can be moved to the closed position. In particular, it is rare that the door of the attacker 2 opens for 26.3 seconds in a special round, and the maximum number of winnings in one round with a sufficient margin before the time when the distributing portion is in the open position has passed. And the door is closed. In other words, even when the next round starts, there is still a time during which the sorting unit is held at the open position.

  In the first embodiment, the attacker 1 is always used in the next round of the special round, and the open / close door of the attacker 2 is closed. Therefore, the V prize is not usually won in the next round. However, if the distribution unit is in the open position for a longer time than necessary, it may cause an unintended V prize such as fraud. Therefore, when the opening / closing door of the attacker 2 is closed, when the interval time has elapsed, the distribution unit is moved to the closed position as follows.

  As shown in FIG. 6F, in the fourth round of the “big hit pattern A”, after the waiting period of 2.7 seconds, the process proceeds to the opening / closing period of the door. The opening period is 26.3 seconds at the longest (see FIG. 6D). However, the maximum winning number is reached in about 5.4 seconds, and the door is closed.

  At this time, the allocating unit moves to a position for opening the specific area 56 for 0.02 seconds in synchronization with the operation of the opening / closing door of the attacker 2. After that, it returns to the closed position for 2.68 seconds and moves to the open position again.

  Here, when the interval time (3.0 seconds) of the fourth round has elapsed, the sorting unit is returned to the closed position. In this way, the operation of the sorting unit in the special round can be ended during the round, and the closing operation of the sorting unit is not carried over to the next round.

  The same applies when the door is opened for a short time. For example, in the fourth round of the “big hit pattern D”, after the opening / closing door is operated for 0.10 seconds, it proceeds to the next fifth round after an interval time (3.0 seconds). Again, if the sorting unit moves to the open position again, the game ball can be awarded V in the fifth round. Therefore, the distribution unit is prevented from moving to the open position again.

  In this way, the normal round using the attacker 1 after the special round, and when the opening / closing door of the attacker 2 is closed and the interval time elapses, the sorting portion is set to the closed position, thereby ensuring Unintended V winnings can be prevented. In addition, the timing which makes a distribution part a closed position is not restricted when interval time passes, It can change to arbitrary time points, such as when discharge confirmation of a remaining sphere is complete | finished.

  Next, specific examples of the notification effect and the special round effect will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, the “notification effect α” is an effect displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36 immediately before the start of a special round in which the door of the attacker 2 opens for a long time. As described above, an image of the left effect button 13 is displayed first, and when the player operates this, a definite effect of winning or losing in the “challenge effect” such as the opponent character falling is performed (not shown).

  Thereafter, the transition to an effect as shown in FIG. In the display area 60 at the top of the display area of the liquid crystal display device 36, a plurality of “right-handed →” characters are scrolled to the right. During the special game, the player needs to make a right-hand shot, so this is displayed.

  In the display area 61, an image of the attacker 2 and the characters “Aim here!” Are displayed, and the player is urged to surely aim at the attacker 2 and launch a game ball during the special round. In the display area 62 at the lower right of the display area, a number indicating a big hit symbol (decorative pattern) is displayed, and in the display area 63 above the display area, “completeness” means that the hero has won the “challenge effect”. Characters such as “Victory!” Are displayed.

  The “notification effect α” is performed using a time (interval time) immediately before the opening / closing door of the attacker 2 operates. As a result, the player launches a game ball aiming at the attacker 2 and becomes easy to win a V.

  Next, the “special round effect” in FIG. 7B is an effect displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36 during the special round in which the door of the attacker 2 opens for a long time. In the display area 61, a large “V mark” and characters “probability change mode Get!” Are displayed. This is an example of the “V winning display” that is performed when the right to change probability is acquired, that is, when a V winning is made in a special round. Here, the display that the dragon exhaled the flame is performed together with the “V mark” to enhance the effect.

  A big hit symbol is shown in the display area 62, but a small “V mark” is superimposed on the number to emphasize that the V prize has been won. The display area 63 displays the number of rounds, the display area 64 displays the number of balls acquired, and the display area 65 displays the number of consecutive resorts. Since the number of balls acquired is counted in real time, the number increases during the round.

  In the special round, when the opening / closing door of the attacker 2 is opened for a short period of time, the game ball usually does not win a V, but may occasionally win a V. In this case, the “V mark” may be produced.

  Next, various flags set at the end of the special game will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, various flags that are set after the end of the special game per probability variation symbol will be described. As shown in FIG. 8 (a), regardless of whether or not the game ball has won a V, the normal train open extended state flag, the normal time short transition state flag, the normal probability transition state flag, the special time short state transition “5AH” is set in the status flag. “5AH” means that the flag is on.

  In the case of “V winning”, the special figure probability variation transition state flag is set to “5AH”. On the other hand, in the case of “no V prize”, since the transition to the probability variation mode is not performed after the special game ends, “00H” is set in the special figure probability variation transition state flag. “00H” means that the flag is off.

  Even in the case of “no V prize”, the open / close member of the ordinary electric accessory is frequently opened (with electric chew support). Therefore, “5AH” is set in the above-described usual probability change transition state flag regardless of whether or not a V prize is won.

  Regardless of whether or not V is won, “100” is set in the special figure short-time counter. Here, “100” means 100 games. The special figure probability variation counter is set to “100” only in the case of “V winning”.

  Further, a fluctuation pattern distribution designation number and a special figure fluctuation number counter are set. First, “1” is set to the change pattern assignment designation number, and “30” is set to the special figure change frequency counter 1. This means that 30 times (1 to 30 rotations) out of 100 probability fluctuation modes means that the production mode is “probability 1”. In “probability change 1”, the design fluctuates at high speed, and the reach effect is none or even short (see FIG. 8B).

  Thereafter, “2” is set in the change pattern assignment designation number, and “60” is set in the special figure change frequency counter 2. This means that 60 times (31 to 90 rotations) of the 100 probability fluctuation modes means that the production mode becomes “probability 2”. “Probability variation 2” is a normal symbol variation at the time of probability variation, and various patterns are executed for reach production.

  Thereafter, “3” is set in the change pattern assignment designation number, and “9” is set in the special figure change frequency counter 3. This means that 9 times (91 to 99 rotations) out of 100 probability fluctuation modes means that the production mode is “probability 3”. In “probability variation 3”, an effect of counting down the remaining number of times of the probability variation mode is performed.

  Finally, “4” is set as the variation pattern distribution designation number. This means that the last one of the 100 probability variation modes (100th rotation) is the production mode “probability variation 4”. In “probability variation 4”, an effect for final variation is performed. Although not shown, when the probability variation mode ends and returns to the normal mode, “0” is set to the variation pattern distribution designation number.

  The values of the special figure short time counter and the special figure probability fluctuation counter can be changed. For example, in the case of “V winning”, if “150” is set in the special figure short time counter and the special figure probability fluctuation counter, the mode shifts to the 150 probability fluctuation mode after the special game ends. At this time, the number of production modes “probability variation 2” is increased, and the production mode can be shifted in the order of “probability variation 1”, “probability variation 2”, “probability variation 3”, and “probability variation 4” in the same manner as described above.

  Next, various flags that are set after the end of the special game based on the non-probability variable symbol will be described. As with the case of the probabilistic variation, regardless of whether or not the game ball has won a V, the normal train open extended state flag, the normal figure short transition state flag, the general figure probability variation transition state flag, the special figure short state transition state “5AH” is set in the flag.

  Also, the special figure probability transition state flag is set to “00H” when “no V prize” and “5AH” when “V prize present”, regardless of whether or not the V prize has been won. “100” is set in the counter. Furthermore, the special figure probability variation counter is set to “100” only when “V winning” is present.

  Next, a variation pattern distribution designation number is set. After the special game per non-probable variation symbol is completed, the mode is the short time mode, so “5” is set in the variation pattern allocation designation number. This means that the effect mode is “short time”, and a short time effect is performed (see FIG. 8B). The game in the short time mode is 100 times, but the value of the special figure fluctuation number counter is not set at the end of the special game.

  Although not shown, when the time reduction mode ends and the mode returns to the normal mode, “0” is set to the variation pattern assignment designation number. Further, in the case of “with V prize”, 100 rotations after the end of the special game are in the short time mode (high probability state), and then the production mode returns to “normal”.

  Again, the values of the special figure short time counter and the special figure probability fluctuation counter can be changed. For example, in the case of “V winning”, “100” is set in the special figure short time counter and “150” is set in the special figure probability fluctuation counter. As a result, the effect mode is “short time” until 100 rotations after the end of the special game, and the effect mode is “normal” (both high probability states) from 101 to 150 rotations.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 9, the error type of the pachinko gaming machine of this embodiment will be described. The pachinko gaming machine 1 may generate many errors other than those described below, but the description thereof is omitted here. In addition, the following includes what is not an error, but is a target for warning and notification.

(1) RAM clear “RAM clear” is an error that is given the highest priority. The RAM clear is a process of erasing a part or all of the stored contents of the RAM area by starting up while operating the RAM clear switch 27 when power is turned on.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the main-control-side CPU 241 obtains a random number for lottery at the time of starting winning and determines whether or not the game is successful. However, there is a case where a fraudulent act of returning the random number counter to the initial state by clearing the RAM and aiming at the big hit random number is performed. For this reason, in order to prevent such an illegal act, when the RAM clear switch 27 is operated when the power is turned on, an error is notified.

  The notification of RAM clear includes lighting of the frame decoration LED 8 and the panel decoration LED 35 in addition to the warning by the speaker 7. Moreover, the abnormality notification LED 32 provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. The lighting of the abnormality notification LED 32 needs to be confirmed by looking at the back of the pachinko gaming machine 1 by a shop clerk. Although it is not displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36 that the RAM is cleared, this information is transmitted to the hall computer via the external terminal board 21 (hereinafter referred to as an external terminal) under the name of “security signal”. The

  The RAM clear notification is started when the effect control board 25 receives a RAM clear command transmitted from the main control board 24 (not shown), and is continuously performed until the notification time of 30 seconds elapses. Thereby, the surrounding customers and shop assistants recognize that the RAM clear switch 27 has been operated.

  The errors (2) to (7) described below relate to the probability change transition determination unit 54, but are defined as errors with high priority. Here, the priority order is an order in which notification is given priority when a plurality of errors occur simultaneously in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

(2) Excessive prize outlet discharge abnormality (Error 8)
As an error having the second highest priority after “RAM clear”, there is “excessive winning mouth outlet discharge abnormality”. The excessive winning mouth discharge abnormality is an error that occurs when the number of attackers discharged is greater than the number of winnings (the number of discharging> the number of winnings). Since there is a possibility that the specific area sensor 56c is turned on illegally, this is reported as an error.

  As a notification of excessive winning mouth discharge abnormality, there is lighting of the frame decoration LED 8. In addition, the liquid crystal display device 36 displays “Error 8. Excessive prize outlet discharge abnormality. Please call an attendant.”, And the speaker 7 emits a unique illegal winning sound. When the panel decoration LED 35 is lit, it is turned off, and the abnormality information is transmitted to the hall computer via the external terminal (security signal).

  The notification of the excessive winning mouth discharge abnormality is started when the production control board 25 receives the “excessive discharge abnormality detection command” transmitted from the main control board 24, and is continuously performed until the power is turned off. For example, if the power is cut off during a special game, the “excessive discharge abnormality flag” is cleared, and the values of the winning number confirmation counter and the discharging number confirmation counter for detecting the excessive winning opening discharge are cleared. As a result, the same abnormality is not notified again after the power is restored, and the player can continue the special game.

(3) Extraordinary prize outlet discharge abnormality (Error 9)
Next, as an error having the highest priority order, there is “abnormal winning mouth discharge abnormality”. The big prize opening discharge abnormality is an error that occurs when the number of winning attackers is greater than the number of discharges (the number of winnings> the number of discharges) when the discharge time of the remaining spheres has elapsed. When the number of winnings is larger than the number of discharging, there is a possibility that the game balls are clogged inside the winning device 49, so that an error is notified.

  As a notification of the abnormal winning port discharge abnormality, a message such as “Error 9. Large winning port discharge abnormality. Please call a staff member” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36. Again, the abnormality information is transmitted to the hall computer via the external terminal (security signal). Note that the notification by the speaker 7 or the like is basically the same as in the case of the excessive winning mouth discharge abnormality, but in order to distinguish it from the notification of the excessive winning mouth discharge abnormality, the warning sound and the light emission mode of the LED are made different. Also good.

  The notification of the big prize outlet discharge abnormality is started when the production control board 25 receives the “discharge abnormality detection command” transmitted from the main control board 24, and whether the number of wins (the number of balls entered) matches the number of discharges. It continues until the power is turned off. For example, when the power is turned off, the “discharge abnormality flag” is cleared, and the values of the winning number confirmation counter and the number-of-discharges confirmation counter for detecting the abnormal winning opening discharge abnormality are cleared. As a result, the number of winnings and the number of discharges match (the discharge abnormality flag is also off), and the player can continue the special game after the power is restored.

(4) V passage abnormality (Error 20)
The next highest priority is “V passing abnormality”. The V passage abnormality is an error that occurs when a game ball passes the specific area 56 in a normal round in which the specific area 56 is not opened.

  In the normal round, the game ball will not pass through the specific area 56 unless the specific area sensor 56c is turned on illegally or the sorting unit 55 fails and malfunctions. Accordingly, when a V prize is generated in this state, a message such as “Error 20. V passing abnormality error. Please call a staff member” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36. Further, in addition to the notification by the speaker 7, the frame decoration LED 8 and the abnormality notification LED 32 are turned on for notification. This information is transmitted to the hall computer via an external terminal.

  The notification of the V passage abnormality starts when the effect control board 25 receives the “V passage abnormality command”. This notification is continuously performed until the notification time of 30 seconds elapses.

(5) Magnetic anomaly (strong) (error 16)
The next highest priority error is “magnetic anomaly (strong)”. A magnetic abnormality is an error detected by the magnetic sensor 50 when a magnet or the like is brought close to the pachinko gaming machine 1, and in particular, during a special round (during the opening of the attacker such as the fourth round and during the discharge time). The detected error is applicable. There are cases where fraud such as causing the electronic device of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to malfunction by bringing a magnet or the like close to the game machine or guiding a game ball flowing down on the board surface to any winning opening. For this reason, when magnetism is detected, an error is reported.

  As a notification of the magnetic abnormality, a message such as “Error 16. Magnetic sensor error. Please call an attendant” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36, and a unique magnetic detection warning sound is emitted from the speaker 7. The other notifications are the same as in the case of the excessive winning mouth discharge abnormality, so the details are omitted.

  The notification of the magnetic abnormality is started when the production control board 25 receives the “magnetic detection command” transmitted from the main control board 24, and is continuously performed until the power is turned off.

(6) Radio wave abnormality (strong) (Error 17)
The next highest priority error is “radio wave abnormality (strong)”. The radio wave abnormality is an error detected by the radio wave sensor 51 when a radio wave is emitted to the pachinko gaming machine 1, and particularly an error detected during a special round. Injustices such as causing a malfunction of a sensor in the pachinko gaming machine 1 by emitting a strong radio wave from the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be performed. For this reason, when radio waves are detected, an error is reported.

  As a notification of the radio wave abnormality, a message such as “Error 17. Radio wave sensor error. Please call a staff member” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36, and a specific radio wave detection warning sound is emitted from the speaker 7. The other notifications are the same as in the case of the excessive winning mouth discharge abnormality, so the details are omitted.

  The notification of the radio wave abnormality is started when the production control board 25 receives the “radio wave detection command” transmitted from the main control board 24, and is continuously performed until the power is turned off.

(7) Distributor error (Error 19)
The next highest priority error is “distributor error”. The distribution device abnormality is an abnormality of the distribution unit 55 in the probability change transition determination unit 54, and is detected by the position detection sensor 55c disposed in this portion. When the distribution unit 55 does not operate due to a failure or the like, an error is notified.

  As a notification of the abnormality of the sorting device, a message such as “Error 19. Sorting device error. Please call a staff member” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36, and a unique warning sound is emitted from the speaker 7. This abnormality information is not transmitted to the external terminal.

  Notification of the distribution device abnormality is started when the production control board 25 receives the “position signal” transmitted from the position detection sensor 55c, and is continuously performed until the power is turned off.

(8) Magnetic abnormality (Error 6)
The next highest priority error is “magnetic anomaly”. The contents of the magnetic anomaly are as described in (4) “Magnetic anomaly (strong)”. In particular, magnetic anomalies other than the special round belong here.

  As a notification of the magnetic abnormality, there is lighting of the frame decoration LED 8. Further, “error 6, magnetic sensor error” or the like is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36, and a unique magnetic detection warning sound is emitted from the speaker 7. When the panel decoration LED 35 is lit, it is turned off, and the abnormality information is transmitted to the hall computer via the external terminal.

  The notification of the magnetic abnormality is started when the production control board 25 receives a “magnetic detection command” transmitted from the main control board 24. This notification continues until 30 seconds after the start of notification and the production control board 25 receives the “cancel command”, and therefore normally, notification of a shorter time than in the case of (5) “magnetic abnormality (strong)” It becomes. In order to distinguish this abnormality from (5) “magnetic abnormality (strong)”, the light emission mode and volume of the lamp may be varied.

(9) Radio wave abnormality (Error 7)
The next highest priority error is “radio wave abnormality”. The contents of the radio wave abnormality are as described in (6) “Radio wave abnormality (strong)”, and in particular, the radio wave abnormality other than the special round belongs here.

  As a notification of radio wave abnormality, a message such as “Error 7. Radio wave sensor error” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36, and a specific radio wave detection warning sound is emitted from the speaker 7. The other notifications are the same as in the case of the magnetic abnormality, and the details are omitted. In addition, the trigger for starting and ending notification of radio wave abnormality is the same as in the case of magnetic abnormality. In order to distinguish this abnormality from (6) “Radio wave abnormality (strong)”, the light emission mode and volume of the lamp may be varied.

(10) Vibration abnormality (Error 18)
The next highest priority error is “vibration abnormality”. The vibration abnormality is an error detected by the vibration sensor 52 when a strong vibration is applied to the pachinko gaming machine 1. There are cases where fraud such as giving a strong vibration to the pachinko gaming machine 1 to break down electronic devices and parts inside the pachinko gaming machine 1 or forcibly winning a game ball flowing down on the board surface. For this reason, when vibration is detected, an error is reported.

  As a notification of vibration abnormality, a message such as “Error 18. Vibration sensor error” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36, and a unique vibration detection warning sound is emitted from the speaker 7. The other notifications are the same as in the case of magnetic anomaly, so details are omitted. Abnormal information is not sent to the external terminal. The trigger for starting and ending the vibration abnormality notification is the same as in the case of the magnetic abnormality. In addition, regarding the vibration abnormality, the notification time, the light emission mode of the lamp, and the like may be varied depending on whether or not the special round is in progress.

(11) Door open The next highest priority error is “door open”. The door opening is an error detected by the front door opening sensor 20 when the front door 5 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is opened. Since the front door 5 is opened and a game ball is made to win a game ball at a winning opening, etc., there is a case where an illegal action is performed.

  Moreover, the front plate 9 provided with the upper storage tray 11 and the lower storage tray 12 may open | release. However, since the front plate 9 has a structure that can be opened only after the front door 5 is opened, it is sufficient to detect the opening of the front door 5. Hereinafter, a case where the opening of the front door 5 is detected will be described.

  As the door opening notification, the frame decoration LED 8 and the panel decoration LED 35 blink. Further, the speaker 7 emits a unique door opening error sound or a sound such as “the door is open”, and a message such as “the door is open” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36.

  The door opening notification starts when the production control board 25 receives the “door opening command” transmitted from the main control board 24 and continues until the production control board 25 receives the “door closing command”. Is called. This notification may be terminated when the above sound is emitted a predetermined number of times. Moreover, even if the front door opening sensor 20 (see FIG. 4) senses the closing of the front door 5 during the notification, the notification may be continued until a predetermined number of audio warnings are completed.

(12) Door closure The next highest priority is "door closure". This is detected by the front door opening sensor 20 when the front door 5 being opened is closed (exactly, it is not an error).

  As the door closing notification, the frame decoration LED 8 and the panel decoration LED 35 blink. In addition, the indication “opening the door” displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36 disappears. This notification is continuously performed until the effect control board 25 receives the “door opening command” or until the notification time of 30 seconds elapses.

(13) Movable accessory abnormality (Error 11)
The next highest priority error is “movable accessory abnormality”. The movable accessory abnormality is an error detected by the movable accessory abnormality sensor when the movable accessory 37 does not operate due to some trouble during the movable accessory operation check at power-on. If this error occurs, the game cannot be started, so notification is made.

  In order to notify the movable accessory abnormality, the liquid crystal display device 36 displays, for example, a right-side accessory error to identify the accessory in which the error has been detected. (Abnormal sound error).

  The notification of the movable accessory abnormality is started after the production control board 25 receives the “movable accessory abnormality signal” detected by the movable accessory abnormality sensor, and is continuously performed until the notification time of 30 seconds elapses.

(14) Right / left-handed instruction The next highest priority is “right / left-handed instruction”. Hereinafter, “right-handed instruction” will be described as an example.

  When the game mode changes, there is a case where the game ball is switched to “right-handed” to play a game. When the switch on the left side of the board detects a game ball in the right-handed state, the player's ball may be consumed significantly unless instructed to do so. ).

  As the right-handed instruction, a message such as “right-handed →” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36, and a sound such as “please right-handed” is emitted from the speaker 7 as a unique sound (right-handed instruction sound).

  The right-handed instruction starts when the game state changes to the right-handed state, the start gate passage sensor 40c of the normal symbol start gate 40b detects the passage of the game ball, and the effect control board 25 receives the release command. It continues until.

(15) Ball removal warning when hit (Error 1)
The next highest priority error is a “hit-hitting warning”. The hitting ball removal warning is an error detected by the lower storage tray full sensor 12c (see FIG. 4) when the game balls of the lower storage tray 12 become full during a special game (so-called ball clogging). Since the prize ball may not be paid out during the occurrence of this error, notification is made.

  As a hitting ball removal warning, a message such as “Pull out the ball” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36, and the speaker 7 “Please pull the lower plate lever” as a unique sound (ball clogging error sound). Etc. are emitted.

  The hitting ball removal warning is started when the production control board 25 receives a “ball clogging abnormality detection command” transmitted from the main control board 24. Further, this notification is made until an abnormality is not detected from the lower storage tray full sensor 12c by moving the game ball of the lower storage tray 12 to the dollar box (release of the factor), that is, the effect control board 25 issues a release command. It continues until it is received.

(16) Abnormal winning (Error 10)
The next highest priority error is “abnormal winning”. The prize winning abnormality is, for example, an abnormality detected by the big prize opening sensor 39c of the big prize winning device 39. When a game ball larger than usual is sandwiched between the big prize opening sensor 39c, the big prize opening sensor 39c may continue to output the passing signal of the gaming ball during that period. For this reason, it is supposed to report as abnormal.

  As a notification of a prize winning abnormality, a display such as “winning prize switch error” is only displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36. The notification is started when the production control board 25 receives a “winning abnormality detection command” transmitted from the main control board 24. In addition, this notification is continuously performed until 30 seconds have elapsed from the start of notification and the effect control board 25 receives a release command.

(17) Out of supply (error 2)
The next highest priority error is “out of supply”. The shortage of supply is an abnormality detected when the game balls stored in the game ball storage tank 17 or the tank rail 18 are insufficient. If there are not enough game balls, the prize balls cannot be paid out.

  As a notification of replenishment of supply, only a message such as “There are not enough game balls” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36. The notification of the supply replenishment abnormality is started after the production control board 25 receives the “replenishment detection command” transmitted from the main control board 24. This notification is continued until the ball detection sensor in the game ball storage tank 17 or the like detects a game ball (factor release), that is, until the effect control board 25 receives a release command.

(18) Disconnection (Error 4)
The next highest priority error is “disconnection”. The disconnection is an error detected when the wiring (harness) connecting the substrates or the substrate and various sensors is disconnected. For example, when the wiring of the start winning opening sensor 38c is disconnected, the start winning signal cannot be transmitted, so that an error is notified.

  As a notification of disconnection, only a message such as “disconnected” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36. The disconnection notification is started after the production control board 25 receives the “break detection command” transmitted from the main control board 24. Further, this notification is continuously performed until the factor is canceled by replacing the harness or the like, that is, until the effect control board 25 receives the cancel command.

(19) Sorting always on Next, “allocation always on” is an error with a high priority of notification. The distribution always on is an error detected by the position detection sensor 55c of the distribution unit 55. For example, when the allocating unit 55 stops moving from the right position, the game ball passes through the specific area 56 even if it is a non-probable variation symbol, so that an error is reported.

  When the distribution is always on, notification by the speaker 7 or the liquid crystal display device 36 is not performed, but the abnormality notification LED 32 provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. The distribution always-on notification starts when the effect control board 25 receives a signal transmitted from the position detection sensor 55c and continues until the power is turned off.

(20) Accumulated two balls Next, as an error with a high priority of notification, there is “cumulative two balls”. Accumulated two balls are to be notified as an error when the specific area sensor 56c accumulates and detects two or more game balls at the time of non-probable variation. In addition, even if it is per non-probable variation pattern, since the specific area | region 56 will be in an open state for a short time, detection of one ball is not determined to be abnormal. Also, a notification is given when two accumulated balls have been generated in a plurality of special games within a day.

  Although the cumulative two balls are not notified by the speaker 7 or the liquid crystal display device 36, the abnormality notification LED 32 provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 blinks. The notification of the accumulated two balls starts when the main control board 24 receives the “specific area entry detection signal” transmitted from the specific area sensor 56c, and continues until the power is turned off.

(21) Non-specific V Winning Next, “non-specific V winning” is given as the highest notification priority. The non-specific V winning is a notification performed when a game ball wins a V per non-probable variation regardless of whether or not it is an illegal winning, and is positioned according to an abnormality notification.

  In the special round per non-probable variation, the time for the specific area 56 to be in an open state is short, but there is a slight possibility of winning V. Therefore, when the V prize is won in this state, notice is not made by the speaker 7 or the liquid crystal display device 36, but the frame decoration LED 8 is turned on and the abnormality notice LED 32 is blinked. This information is transmitted to the hall computer via the external terminal (security signal).

  The notification of the non-specific V prize starts when the effect control board 25 receives a “specific area passing command” described later and the “non-specific V prize flag” is turned on. Further, this notification is continuously performed until the power is cut off, the next jackpot is generated, or the time reduction mode is ended.

  For example, as long as the “non-specific V prize flag” is on, if the notification command is transmitted to the effect control board 25 at the start of every change, the notification can be continued until the next big hit. At this time, the security signal may be further transmitted to the external terminal. The above (19) to (21) relate to the probability variation transition determination unit 54, but are defined as errors with low priority.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 10, the game management process performed on the main control side will be described. The game management process described below is a timer interrupt process that is executed for the main loop on the main control side when the power-on process ends normally.

  First, the main control means (main control board 24) performs timer management processing (step S10). The pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided with a plurality of timers such as a special symbol accessory operation timer, which will be described later, and clocks the time relating to the game.

  The main control means manages a number of timers by updating various timers (subtracting the timers) according to the processing state. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S20.

  In step S20, the main control means performs input management processing. Although details of the input management process will be described later, it is a process of storing information input to various sensors of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a winning counter. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S30.

  In step S30, the main control means performs a prize ball management process. This is a process performed when a game ball flowing down the game area of the game board 4 wins the first special symbol starting port 38a or the general winning port 42. For example, the general winning opening sensor 42c in the general winning opening 42 detects a game ball and transmits a ball detection signal to the main control means.

  When receiving the above signal, the main control means transmits a control signal for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls to the payout control board 29 (further, the game ball payout device 19). At this time, if a special winning opening prize invalid flag, which will be described later, is turned on, a control signal for paying out a winning ball due to winning in the special winning opening is not transmitted and no payout is performed. Thereafter, the special winning opening prize invalid flag is set to OFF at a predetermined timing. As the predetermined timing, it is preferable to set the time when a match between the number of winnings and the number of winnings is confirmed (including power-off) or when a special game is finished.

  When receiving the control signal, the game ball payout device 19 pays out a predetermined number of prize balls to the upper storage tray 11 (or the lower storage tray 12 when the upper storage tray 11 is full). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S40.

  In step S40, the main control means performs a normal symbol management process. This is a process performed when a game ball flowing down the game area of the game board 4 passes through the normal symbol start gate 40b. Specifically, the start gate passage sensor 40c inside the normal symbol start gate 40b detects a game ball that has passed through the gate, and transmits a ball detection signal to the main control means.

  When the main control means receives the signal, it obtains a lottery random number of normal symbols. A maximum of four lottery random numbers can be stored, and whether or not the lottery random numbers are appropriate is lottered in the order of storage.

  Further, the main control means transmits a control signal to the normal symbol display device 43b. In the normal symbol display device 43b, the normal symbol is changed by the blinking of the LED, and the normal symbol is displayed after a predetermined time has elapsed and stopped according to the lottery result. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S50.

  In step S50, the main control means performs a normal electric accessory management process. This is a process for controlling the operation of the ordinary electric accessory according to the lottery result of the ordinary symbol. In the normal symbol management process (step S40), when the normal symbol is stopped in the hit state, the main control means transmits a control signal to the solenoid for the ordinary electric accessory, and the second special symbol start port for a predetermined time. The opening / closing member 38b is opened.

  The main control means is configured to close the opening / closing member when the predetermined time has elapsed or when a predetermined upper limit number of game balls have been won in the second special symbol starting port 38b before the predetermined time has elapsed. A control signal is transmitted to the solenoid for ordinary electric accessories. Thereby, the opening / closing member is closed. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S60.

  In the normal symbol management process (step S40), when the normal symbol is stopped in a disengaged manner, the opening / closing member is not opened, and the main control means does not perform the normal electric accessory game process. finish.

  In step S60, the main control means performs a special symbol management process. This is a process performed when a game ball flowing down the game area of the game board 4 wins the first special symbol start port 38a or the second special symbol start port 38b.

  Although details will be described later, when the start winning port sensor 38c detects a game ball, the start winning port sensor 38c transmits a ball detection signal to the main control means, and the main control means draws a special symbol.

  The main control means transmits a control signal to the special symbol display device 43a. In the special symbol display device 43a, the special symbol is changed by the 7-segment LED, and the special symbol is stopped in a manner of winning or losing according to the lottery result after a predetermined time elapses. Further, the variation of the special symbol is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36 with a decorative symbol that can be surely recognized by the player. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S70.

  Finally, in step S70, the main control means performs a special electric accessory management process. This is a process of controlling the operation of the special electric accessory (large winning device 39) according to the lottery result of the special symbol.

  Although details will be described later, when a special symbol stops in a winning manner, it becomes a so-called big hit, and a special game consisting of a plurality of rounds is given to the player. As will be described later, in the special symbol management process (step S60), when the special symbol is stopped in a detaching manner, the special electric accessory management process is immediately terminated. When the special electric accessory management process ends, the game management process also ends.

  Next, the input management process performed in the game management process will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, the main control means acquires level data of each input port, creates edge data based on the level data, and stores it in the work area (step S21). Specifically, this is a process of acquiring on / off signals of the special winning opening sensor 39c, the general winning opening sensor 42c, etc., and storing the edge data in a predetermined area of the RAM 243. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S22.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not it has passed through the big prize opening sensor (step S22). If the game ball has passed the special winning opening sensor 39c, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S23. On the other hand, if it does not pass, the determination is “NO”, and the input management process is terminated.

  When the determination in step S22 is “YES”, the main control means determines whether or not the special electric accessory is operating (step S23). Specifically, it is a determination as to whether or not a “special electric accessory actuating flag” to be described later is on, and it does not matter whether the attacker door is open. If the special electric accessory is currently operating, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S24. On the other hand, if the special electric accessory is not in operation, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S25.

  If the determination in step S23 is “YES”, the main control means determines whether error 8 or error 9 is occurring (step S24). If error 8 or error 9 (a mismatch between the number of winnings and the number of winnings) is currently occurring, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S25. On the other hand, if no error has occurred, the determination is “NO” and the input management process is terminated.

  If the determination in step S24 is “YES”, the main control means sets the big prize opening prize invalid flag to 5AH (step S25). That is, the “big prize opening prize invalid flag” is turned on when the special prize opening sensor 39c detects a game ball while the special electric accessory is not operating, or when error 8 or error 9 is occurring. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S26.

  Here, the payout of the prize ball is not performed during the period in which the “large winning opening prize invalid flag” is on. When the number of discharges is larger than the number of winning prizes, only the winning balls corresponding to the excessive number of discharges may be invalidated. Note that the “big prize opening prize invalid flag” is reset when the mismatch between the number of winnings and the number of winnings is canceled (FIG. 22: step S206) or in the big hit end process (FIG. 23: step S212) described later. For example, even during a special game, after the disagreement is released, a prize ball is paid out.

  Finally, the main control means transmits an output signal to the external terminal. Specifically, a signal relating to abnormality is output to the external terminal and transmitted to the hall computer via the external terminal. Thereafter, the input management process is terminated.

  Next, the special symbol management process performed in the game management process will be described with reference to FIG. In the special symbol management process (FIG. 10: Step S60), the main control means determines a special symbol operation status (waiting for change, changing, and confirmation time) to be described later, and manages each process.

  First, the main control means performs a start port check process 1 (step S61). This is to determine the winning of a game ball to the first special symbol start port 38a, store a big hit determination random number or the like in a reserved storage area, and create a reserved look-ahead command if necessary. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S62.

  In step S62, the main control means performs a start port check process 2. The same process as the start opening check process 1 is performed for winning a game ball in the second special symbol start opening 38b. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S63.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is 5AH (step S63). The condition device is a device that operates when a condition for continuing the big hit is established when the big hit occurs, and this step is a determination as to whether or not the conditional device operation flag is turned on. If the condition device operation flag is “5AH”, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S68. On the other hand, if the condition device operation flag is not “5AH”, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S64. That is, the processing after step S64 is processing in the normal game mode in which no big hit has occurred.

  If the determination in step S63 is "NO", the main control means performs a special symbol operation status determination (step S64). If the special symbol operation status (hereinafter also referred to as the special symbol operation status) is set to “00H” or “01H”, it means that the special symbol is “waiting for fluctuation”, and the process proceeds to step S65. .

  If the special figure operation status is set to “02H”, it means that the special symbol is “changing”, and the process proceeds to step S66. Further, when the special figure operation status is set to “03H”, it means that the special symbol is “during confirmation time”, and the process proceeds to step S67. Hereinafter, processing in each special figure operation status will be described.

  First, with reference to FIGS. 13A and 13B, a special symbol variation start process performed in the special symbol management process will be described. As described above, the main control means performs this process when it is determined that the special symbol operation status is “00H” or “01H” (both waiting for variation) in the special symbol operation status determination (FIG. 12: step S64). I do.

  First, in FIG. 13A, the main control means determines whether or not the special figure 2 reserved ball number is 0 (step S81). If the number of reserved balls in FIG. 2 is 0, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S82. On the other hand, if the number of reserved balls in FIG. 2 is not 0, the determination is “NO” and the process proceeds to step S86 (see FIG. 13B).

  If the determination in step S81 is "YES", the main control means determines whether or not the special figure 1 reserved ball number is 0 (step S82). If the number of reserved balls in FIG. 1 is 0, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S83. On the other hand, if the number of reserved balls in FIG. 1 is not 0, the determination is “NO” and the process proceeds to step S86 (see FIG. 13B).

  If the determination in step S82 is "YES", the main control means determines whether or not the special figure operation status is 00H (step S83). As will be described later, “01H” is set as the special figure operation status immediately after the special symbol confirmation time processing (FIG. 12: step S67) is executed. If the special figure operation status is “00H”, the determination is “YES”, and the special symbol variation start process is terminated. On the other hand, when the special figure operation status is not “00H” (when it is “01H”), the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S84.

  If the determination in step S83 is “NO”, the main control means transmits a customer waiting demo command (step S84). The “customer waiting demonstration command” is sent from the main control means (main control board 24) to the sub-control means (when the number of held balls in both FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 is 0 and the special figure operation status is “01H”). It is transmitted toward the production control board 25). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S85.

  In step S85, the main control means sets 00H as the special figure operation status. With this set, the special symbol variation start process ends, but thereafter, in the special symbol variation start process, the process of “YES” in the determination of step S83 is repeated unless pending information is generated.

  When the determinations in step S81 and step S82 are “NO”, the main control means subtracts 1 from the number of reserved balls in FIG. 1 or FIG. 2 (FIG. 13B: step S86). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S87.

  In step S87, the main control means transmits a hold subtraction command. Since the main control means transmits a “hold subtraction command” to the sub control means, the hold display of the special symbol display device 43a (the right 7-segment LED) and the hold display displayed on the liquid crystal display device 1 are decremented by 1. Is done. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S88.

  In step S88, the main control means sets special symbol operation confirmation data. Specifically, “00H” is set as the special symbol operation confirmation data when special figure 1 starts to change, and “01H” is set when special figure 2 starts to change. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S89.

  In step S89, the main control means shifts the reserved storage area. The reserved storage areas 1 to 4 having the same number as the maximum number of reserves are shifted by 1 as the number of reserved balls is subtracted. At this time, 0 is set for the holding storage area 4 in which the latest holding information is stored. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S90.

  In step S90, the main control means performs a special electric accessory activation determination random number determination process. This is a so-called special drawing lottery process in which a random number determination process is performed by determining a hit random number determination table corresponding to a special figure. Also, a process for storing the big hit determination flag in the work area is performed. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S91.

  In step S91, the main control means performs a special stop symbol creation process. Here, a symbol table selection table corresponding to the special symbol is selected, and a random symbol value for symbol determination and a big hit determination flag are acquired to create a special symbol stop symbol. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S92.

  In step S92, the main control means performs a game state transition preparation process. Here, when the big hit determination flag is ON, the game state transition table corresponding to the big hit type is selected, and values are stored in various buffers with reference to this table. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S93.

  In step S93, the main control means performs special figure variation pattern creation processing. This is a process of selecting a variation pattern distribution table and creating a variation pattern of a special figure based on a variation pattern random number. Further, referring to the variation time table, the variation time of the special figure is stored in the special symbol accessory operation timer, and a “variation pattern designation command” is transmitted to the sub-control means (production control board 25). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S94.

  In step S94, the main control means sets the changing flag in FIG. 1 or FIG. 2 to 5AH. Specifically, the changing flag of one special figure that will change from now on is turned on. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S95.

  In step S95, the main control means transmits a decorative design designation command. The decorative symbol is a symbol that is variably displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36. The main control means (main control board 24) creates a “decorative symbol designation command” and transmits it to the sub-control means (effect control board 25).

  When the sub-control means receives the above-described “variation pattern designation command” and “decoration symbol designation command”, the sub-control means can acquire information such as the jackpot type generated by the current symbol variation. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S96.

  Finally, the main control means performs various settings at the start of fluctuation (step S96). Specifically, “00H” (erase) is set in the random number storage area 0. Also, since the special symbol operation status is set to “02H” (being changed), in the next special symbol management process, in the special symbol operation status determination (FIG. 12: step S64), a special symbol changing process (described later) ( FIG. 12: Branches to step S66). Thereafter, the special symbol variation start process is terminated. Returning to FIG. 12, the process then proceeds to step S68 (described later).

  Next, a special symbol changing process performed in the special symbol management process will be briefly described. The main control means performs this processing when the special symbol operation status is determined to be “02H” (being changed) in the special symbol operation status determination (FIG. 12: step S64).

  The main control means determines whether or not a special symbol accessory operation timer that is a timer relating to the fluctuation time of the special figure is 0, and transmits a “variation stop command” when the timer becomes 0. In addition, various settings at the time of fluctuation stop are performed, but the special symbol operation status is set to “03H” (during the confirmation time), so in the next special symbol management process, the special symbol operation status determination (FIG. 12: step S64) The process branches to the special symbol confirmation time process (FIG. 12: step S67), which will be described later. Thereafter, the special symbol changing process is terminated. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S68 (described later).

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 14A and 14B, the special symbol confirmation time process performed in the special symbol management process will be described. The main control means performs this processing when it is determined that the special symbol operation status is “03H” (during the confirmation time) in the special symbol operation status determination (FIG. 12: step S64).

  First, in FIG. 14A, the main control means determines whether or not the special symbol accessory operation timer is 0 (step S101). Here, it is determined whether or not the time for the special figure confirmation display has elapsed. If the special symbol accessory operation timer reaches 0, the determination is “YES” and the process proceeds to step S102. On the other hand, if the special symbol accessory operation timer is not yet 0, the determination is “NO”, and the processing during the special symbol confirmation time is ended (see FIG. 14B).

  If the determination in step S101 is “YES”, the main control means sets the special figure operation status to “01H” (step S102). When the special symbol operation status is set to “01H” (waiting for variation), the next special symbol management process is branched to the special symbol variation start processing (FIG. 12: step S65) in the special symbol operation status determination. Become. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S103.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the big hit determination flag is 5AH (step S103). This is a determination as to whether or not the big hit determination flag is on. When the big hit determination flag is “5AH”, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S104. On the other hand, when the big hit determination flag is not “5AH”, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S105.

  When the determination in step S103 is “YES”, the main control means performs various settings when the big hit symbol is stopped (step S104). For example, the big hit determination flag is returned to “00H”, and the condition device operation flag is set to “5AH”. Thereafter, the processing during the special symbol confirmation time is terminated.

  If the determination in step S103 is “NO”, the main control means determines whether or not the special figure time counter is 0 (step S105). The special figure short-time counter is a counter that counts the number of short-time modes. For example, 0 is set in the normal game mode. If the special figure short-time counter is 0, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S109 (see FIG. 14B). On the other hand, if the special figure time counter is not 0, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S106.

  When the determination in step S105 is “NO”, the main control means subtracts 1 from the special figure short-time counter (step S106). Steps S106 to S108 are processing related to subtraction of the number of time reductions. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S107.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the special figure time reduction counter is 0 (step S107). If the special figure time counter is 0, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S108. On the other hand, if the special figure time counter is not 0, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S109 (see FIG. 14B).

  If the determination in step S107 is “YES”, the main control means performs various settings at the end of the time reduction (step S108). For example, the normal state short state flag and the special figure short state flag are set to “00H”, respectively. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S109 (see FIG. 14B).

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the special figure probability variation counter is 0 (FIG. 14B: step S109). The probability variation mode of this embodiment is limited in number of times, and the remaining number of times in the probability variation mode is counted by the special figure probability variation number counter. If the special figure probability variation counter is 0, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S113. On the other hand, if the special figure probability variation counter is not 0, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S110.

  If the determination in step S109 is “NO”, the main control means decrements the special figure probability variation counter by 1 (step S110). Steps S110 to S112 are processing related to subtraction of the probability variation number. Then, it progresses to step S111.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the special figure probability variation counter is 0 (step S111). If the special figure probability variation counter is 0, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S112. On the other hand, if the special figure probability variation counter is not 0, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S113.

  If the determination in step S111 is “YES”, the main control means performs various settings at the end of probability change (step S112). For example, the universal figure certain change state flag and the special figure certain change state flag are each set to “00H”. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S113.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the special figure fluctuation number counter is 0 (step S113). The special figure fluctuation number counter is a counter used when changing the fluctuation pattern or effect according to the number of fluctuations of the special figure. When the special figure fluctuation number counter is 0, the determination is “YES”, and the special symbol confirmation time process is terminated. On the other hand, if the special figure fluctuation counter is not 0, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S114.

  When the determination in step S113 is “NO”, the main control means subtracts 1 from the special figure fluctuation frequency counter (step S114). Steps S114 to S116 are processing related to subtraction of the variation pattern distribution count. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S115.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the special figure fluctuation number counter is 0 (step S115). If the special figure fluctuation counter is 0, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S116. On the other hand, when the special figure fluctuation number counter is not 0, the determination is “NO”, and the special symbol confirmation time process is terminated.

  Finally, if the determination in step S115 is “YES”, the main control means sets the next number as the variation pattern distribution designation number and sets the number of times corresponding to the special figure variation number counter (step S116). .

  For example, after a special game per probability variation symbol (with a V prize), the variation pattern allocation designation number is set to “1”, and the special diagram variation counter 1 is set to “30” (see FIG. 8A). . At this time, when the special figure fluctuation number counter is counted 30 times and the special figure fluctuation number counter becomes 0, the fluctuation pattern distribution designation number is “2” and the special figure fluctuation number counter 2 is “ 60 ". Thereafter, the processing during the special symbol confirmation time is terminated. Returning to FIG. 12, then the process proceeds to step S68.

  Finally, the main control means updates the special symbol display data (step S68). Specifically, the special symbol of the special symbol display device 43a is updated. Thereafter, the special symbol management process is terminated.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 15, the special electric accessory management process performed in the game management process will be described. In the special electric accessory management process (FIG. 10: step S70), the main control means performs a special electric accessory operation status (a big hit start process, a special electric accessory activation start process, a special electric accessory active process, a special Electric power article operation continuation determination process, jackpot end process) are determined, and each process is managed.

  First, the main control means determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is 5AH (step S71). If the condition device operation flag is “5AH (ON)”, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S72. On the other hand, if the condition device operation flag is not “5AH”, the determination is “NO”, and this process is terminated. That is, the processing after step S72 is processing when a big hit occurs.

  When the determination in step S71 is “YES”, the main control means performs a special electric accessory operation status determination (step S72). When the special electric accessory operation status (hereinafter also referred to as special electric operation status) is set to “00H”, it means that it is “start of big hit”, and the process proceeds to step S73.

  Further, when the special electric operation status is set to “01H”, it means “special electric operation is being started”, and thus the process proceeds to step S74. Similarly, when the special electric operation status is set to “02H”, it means that “special electric operation is in progress”, and the process proceeds to step S75.

  Further, when the special electric operation status is set to “03H”, it means that “special electric operation continuation determination is in progress”, so the process proceeds to step S76, and the special electric operation status is set to “04H”. Means that the jackpot is being ended, and the process proceeds to step S77. Details of the processing of steps S73 to S77 will be described below. Moreover, after these processes are completed, the main control means ends the special electric accessory management process.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 16, the jackpot start process performed in the special electric utility management process will be described. As described above, the main control means performs this processing when it is determined that the special electric operation status is “00H” (big hit start) in the special electric accessory operation status determination (FIG. 15: step S72).

  First, the main control means performs various settings at the start of the big hit (step S121). Specifically, “5 AH” is set in the accessory continuous operation device operation flag, and “01H” is set in the continuous number counter. The continuous number counter is used to count the number of rounds in the special electric accessory operation continuation determination process described later (see FIG. 21B), and “01H” means the first round.

  Also, since the special electric operation status is set to “01H” (special electric operation is starting), the special electric accessory operation start process (FIG. 15: step) is performed in the next special electric accessory operation status determination (FIG. 15: step S72). The process proceeds to S74). After various settings at the start of the big hit are completed, the process proceeds to step S122.

  In step S122, the main control means sets various data according to the jackpot type. Specifically, the maximum number of rounds, round display LED number, and jackpot start interval (start interval in FIG. 6A) time are stored in the RAM 243. The jackpot start interval time is used in a special electric accessory operation start process described later (FIG. 17: Step S131). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S123.

  Finally, the main control means transmits a jackpot start interval command (step S123). Specifically, the main control means (main control board 24) transmits a “big hit start interval (fanfare) command” to the sub-control means (production control board 25). Thereafter, the big hit starting process is terminated.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 17, the special electric accessory operation start process performed in the special electric accessory management process will be described. As described above, the main control means performs this processing when it is determined that the special electric operation status is “01H” (starting special electric operation) in the special electric accessory operation status determination (FIG. 15: step S72).

  First, the main control means determines whether or not the special symbol accessory operation timer is 0 (step S131). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the jackpot start interval time has elapsed or whether the interval time between rounds described later has elapsed. If the special symbol accessory operation timer reaches 0, the determination is “YES” and the process proceeds to step S132. On the other hand, if the special symbol accessory operation timer has not yet reached 0, the determination is “NO”, and the special electric accessory operation start process is terminated.

  If the determination in step S131 is “YES”, the main control means transmits a special winning opening release command (step S132). Specifically, the main control means (main control board 24) transmits a “big prize opening opening command” to the sub-control means (effect control board 25). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S133.

  In step S133, the main control means stores the special electric accessory operating time corresponding to the jackpot type and the number of rounds in the special symbol accessory operating timer. For example, if the winning per winning variation symbol (big hit pattern A) is won this time, the special electric accessory operating time of each round of 14 is set in the special symbol accessory operating timer. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S134.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not it is a special round (step S134). The special round is, for example, the fourth round of “big hit pattern A” (see FIG. 6A (a)). If the current round is a special round, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S135. On the other hand, if it is not a special round, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S136.

  If the determination in step S134 is “YES”, the main control means sets a solenoid operation timer for the distribution unit (step S135). In the special round, the position of the distributing unit 55 is switched according to time, but an operation timer for a solenoid that drives the distributing unit 55 is set. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S136.

  In step S136, the main control means performs various settings at the start of the opening operation. Specifically, the special winning opening winning number counter is set to “00H”. “00H” means that the number of winnings is “0”.

  Further, since the special electric operation status is set to “02H” (during special electric operation), in the next special electric accessory operation status determination (FIG. 15: step S72), the special electric accessory operating process (FIG. 15: step S75) is performed. ). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S137.

  Finally, the main control means performs a special winning opening / closing operation setting process (step S137). The details of the special winning opening / closing operation setting process will be described below with reference to FIG.

  First, the main control means sets the solenoid ON / OFF based on the jackpot type, the number of rounds, the special symbol accessory operation timer, and the solenoid operation pattern (step S141). The solenoid here is a solenoid that drives the door of the attacker. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S142.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not it is a special round (step S142). If the current round is a special round, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S143. On the other hand, if it is not a special round, the determination is “NO”, and the special winning opening / closing operation setting process is terminated.

  When the determination in step S142 is “YES”, the main control means determines whether or not the solenoid operation timer of the distribution unit has become 0 (step S143). When the solenoid operation timer reaches 0, the determination is “YES”, and the special winning opening / closing operation setting process is terminated. On the other hand, if the solenoid operation timer has not yet reached 0, the determination is “NO” and the process proceeds to step S144.

  When the determination in step S143 is “NO”, the main control means sets the solenoid ON / OFF based on the solenoid operation timer and the solenoid operation pattern (step S144). This is the setting of the solenoid that drives the distribution unit 55. Thereafter, the special prize opening / closing operation setting process is terminated. Thus, the special electric accessory operation start process is terminated.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 19, a special electric accessory operating process performed in the special electric accessory management process will be described. As described above, the main control means performs this processing when it is determined that the special electric operation status is “02H” (during special electric operation) in the special electric accessory operation status determination (FIG. 15: step S72).

  First, the main control means performs a special winning opening prize number check process (step S151). Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 20A and 20B, the details of the big prize opening winning number check process will be described.

  First, in FIG. 20A, the main control means determines whether or not it has passed the big prize opening sensor (step S161). Here, the big winning opening sensor 39c is provided in both the attacker 1 and the attacker 2, and can detect the winning to the attacker to be used. If the game ball has passed the special prize opening sensor 39c, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S162. On the other hand, if it does not pass, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S165.

  When the determination in step S161 is “YES”, the main control means adds 1 to the prescribed number of winnings (step S162). That is, it is a process of counting the prescribed number of winnings that the winning prize opening sensor 39c wins in the winning prize opening. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S163.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the maximum number of winnings has been reached (step S163). If the maximum number of winnings has been reached, the determination is “YES” and the process proceeds to step S164. On the other hand, if the maximum number of winnings has not been reached, the determination is “NO” and the process proceeds to step S165. Note that the maximum number of winnings may vary depending on the type of jackpot or round.

  If the determination in step S163 is “YES”, the main control means clears the special symbol accessory operation timer to 0 (step S164). By clearing the special symbol accessory operation timer, the process proceeds when one round game is completed (FIG. 19: Step S153 / YES). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S165.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not it is a special round (step S165). If it is a special round, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S166. On the other hand, if it is not a special round, the determination is “NO”, and the winning prize opening number check process is terminated (see FIG. 20B).

  If the determination in step S165 is “YES”, the main control means determines whether or not the special winning opening sensor has been passed (step S166). Since it is a case of a special round, the big winning mouth sensor is the big winning mouth sensor 39c of the attacker 2. If the game ball has passed the special winning opening sensor, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S167. On the other hand, when it has not passed, it becomes determination of "NO" and progresses to step S168 (refer FIG. 20B).

  If the determination in step S166 is “YES”, the main control means adds 1 to the number of winnings (step S167). In other words, the special winning opening sensor 39c is a process of counting the number of winning of the attacker 2. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S168 (see FIG. 20B).

  Next, in FIG. 20B, the main control means determines whether or not it has passed the specific area sensor (step S168). If the game ball has passed the specific area sensor 56c, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S169. On the other hand, when it has not passed, it becomes determination of "NO" and progresses to step S170.

  When the determination in step S168 is “YES”, the main control means adds 1 to the number of discharges (step S169). That is, the specific area sensor 56c is a process of counting the number of discharges of the attacker 2. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S170.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the non-specific area sensor has been passed (step S170). If the game ball passes the ball detection sensor in the non-specific area, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S171. On the other hand, when it has not passed, it becomes determination of "NO" and progresses to step S172.

  When the determination in step S170 is “YES”, the main control means adds 1 to the number of discharges (step S171). That is, the non-specific area sphere detection sensor counts the number of discharges of the attacker 2. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S172.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not error 9 is occurring (step S172). Error 9 is an error in discharging the special winning opening 2 (see FIG. 9), and is notified when the number of winnings is greater than the number of discharging.

  If error 9 is currently occurring, the determination is “YES”, and the big prize winning number check process is terminated. On the other hand, when the error 9 is not occurring, that is, when the discharge is completed normally, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S173.

  When the determination in step S172 is “NO”, the main control means determines whether or not the specific area sensor has been passed (step S173). If the game ball has passed the specific area sensor 56c, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S174. On the other hand, if it has not passed, the determination is “NO”, and the big prize winning number check process is ended.

  If the determination in step S173 is “YES”, the main control means sets the specific area passing flag to 5AH (step S174). This “specific area passing flag” is confirmed by a jackpot end process (FIG. 23: step S213), which will be described later. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S175.

  In step S175, the main control means transmits a specific area passing command. The “specific area passing command” is transmitted from the main control means (main control board 24) to the sub control means (production control board 25). When the sub control means receives this command, the display on the liquid crystal display device 36 is displayed. “V winning display” (see FIG. 7B) is displayed in the area. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S176.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not it is a non-probable variation symbol (step S176). If the special game being executed is based on the non-probable variation symbol, the determination is “YES” and the process proceeds to step S177. On the other hand, if it is not based on the non-probable variation symbol, the determination is “NO”, and the big prize opening winning number check process is terminated.

  Finally, if the determination in step S176 is “YES”, the main control means sets the non-specific V winning flag to 5AH (step S177). The “non-specific V prize flag” is a flag that is turned on when the game ball has won a V per non-probability variable symbol. ) Is performed. Thereafter, the process for checking the number of winning prizes is completed. Then, it returns to FIG. 19 and progresses to step S152.

  In step S152, the main control means performs a special winning opening / closing operation setting process. Details of the big prize opening / closing operation setting processing have been described with reference to FIG. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S153.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the special symbol accessory operation timer is 0 (step S153). Here, it is determined whether or not the special electric accessory operating time has elapsed. If the special symbol accessory operation timer reaches 0, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S154. On the other hand, if the special symbol accessory operation timer is not yet 0, the determination is “NO”, and the special electric accessory operating process is terminated.

  If the determination in step S153 is “YES”, the main control means transmits an inter-round interval command (step S154). Specifically, the main control means (main control board 24) transmits an “inter-round interval command” to the sub-control means (effect control board 25). The “inter-round interval command” is, for example, a command that informs the transition to the interval between the first round and the second round. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S155.

  In step S155, the main control means performs various settings 1 at the end of the opening operation. Specifically, the special electric accessory operation status is set to “03H” (during special electric operation continuation determination). Thereby, in the next special electric accessory operation status determination process (FIG. 15: step S72), the process proceeds to the special electric accessory operation continuation determination process (FIG. 15: step S76). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S156.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not it is a special round (step S156). If the current round is a special round, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S157. On the other hand, if it is not a special round, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S158.

  When the determination in step S156 is “YES”, the main control means performs various settings 2 at the end of the opening operation (step S157). Specifically, the special symbol accessory operation timer is set to 3000 ms. This corresponds to the discharge time of the remaining sphere in the special round (see FIG. 6A). Then, the process during operation of the special electric accessory is terminated.

  On the other hand, when the determination in step S156 is “NO”, the main control means performs various settings 3 at the end of the opening operation (step S158). Here, the special symbol accessory operation timer is set to 2000 ms, 7000 ms, or 7300 ms. This corresponds to the discharge time of the remaining sphere in the normal round. Then, the process during operation of the special electric accessory is terminated.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 21A and 21B, the special electric accessory operation | movement continuation determination process performed in a special electric accessory management process is demonstrated. As described above, the main control means performs this process when it is determined that the special electric operation status is “03H” (during special electric operation continuation determination) in the special electric accessory operation status determination (FIG. 15: step S72). .

  First, in FIG. 21A, the main control means performs a big prize opening prize number check process (step S181). The details of the big prize opening number check are the same as described with reference to FIGS. 20A and 20B, and will not be described here. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S182.

  In step S182, the main control means performs a special winning opening / closing operation setting process. The big prize opening / closing operation setting process is as described with reference to FIG. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S183.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not the special symbol accessory operation timer is 0 (step S183). Since the special symbol accessory operation timer is the discharge time of the remaining sphere set in step S157 or step S158 in FIG. 19, it is determined whether or not this time has elapsed.

  If the special symbol accessory operation timer reaches 0, the determination is “YES” and the process proceeds to step S184. On the other hand, if the special symbol accessory operation timer has not yet reached 0, the determination is “NO”, and the special electric accessory operation continuation determination process ends (see FIG. 21B).

  When the determination in step S183 is “YES”, the main control means determines whether or not the solenoid operation timer of the distribution unit has become 0 (step S184). If the solenoid operation timer reaches 0, the determination is “YES” and the process proceeds to step S186. On the other hand, if the solenoid operation timer has not yet reached 0, the determination is “NO” and the process proceeds to step S185.

  When the determination in step S184 is “NO”, the main control unit performs setting related to the solenoid of the distribution unit (step S185). Specifically, even when the solenoid operation timer of the distribution unit is not 0 due to the elapse of the discharge time, “00H” is set and the timer is reset.

  Moreover, the solenoid of the distribution part is turned “OFF” to return to the closed position. Thus, when the discharge time has elapsed, the specific area can be closed, and the game ball can be prevented from passing through the specific area at an unintended timing. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S186.

  In step S186, the main control means performs a discharge confirmation process. Hereinafter, the details of the discharge confirmation process will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, the main control means determines whether or not the number of winnings and the number of discharges match (step S201). If the number of winnings and the number of discharges match, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S204. On the other hand, if they do not match, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S202.

  First, the case where the determination in step S201 is “NO” will be described. In this case, the main control means transmits a grand prize opening prize discharge check command (step S202). The “big prize opening prize discharge check command” is a command related to the number of winning and discharging of the attacker, and there are two types depending on the case where the number of winnings> the number of discharges and the number of winnings <the number of discharges.

  Specifically, the main control means (main control board 24) transmits a “large prize opening prize discharge check command” to the sub control means (production control board 25). When received, notification according to each of the above cases is performed. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S203.

  In step S203, the main control means sets an error based on the winning number and the discharging number. Specifically, error 8 is set if the number of discharges is greater than the number of winnings. The error 8 is an excessive prize winning discharge abnormality (see FIG. 9). Also, if the number of winnings is greater than the number of discharges, error 9 is set. The error 9 is a prize winning mouth discharge abnormality (see FIG. 9). Thereafter, the discharge confirmation process ends.

  Next, a case where the determination in step S201 is “YES” will be described. In this case, the main control means determines whether or not error 9 is occurring (step S204). If error 9 is currently occurring, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S205. On the other hand, if the error 9 is not occurring, the determination is “NO” and the discharge confirmation process is terminated.

  If the determination in step S204 is “YES”, the main control means clears error 9. Although error 9 is occurring, since the number of winnings and the number of discharges match, error 9 is canceled. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S206.

  In step S206, the big prize opening prize invalid flag is set to 00H. Specifically, the special winning opening prize invalid flag turned on in the input management process (see FIG. 11) is turned off. Thereafter, the discharge confirmation process ends. Returning to FIG. 21A, the process then proceeds to step S187.

  Next, the main control means determines whether or not error 8 or error 9 is occurring (step S187). If error 8 or error 9 is currently occurring, the determination is “YES”, and the special electric accessory operation continuation determination process ends (see FIG. 21B). In this case, the next round is not transferred. On the other hand, if no error has occurred, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S188 (see FIG. 21B).

  If the determination in step S187 is “NO”, the main control means determines whether or not the maximum number of rounds has been reached (FIG. 21B: step S188). For example, when the 14th round which is the maximum round of “big hit pattern A” is reached, the determination becomes “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S192. On the other hand, until the 13th round, the determination is “NO”, and the process proceeds to step S189.

  First, the case where the determination in step S188 is “NO” will be described. In this case, the main control means adds 1 to the continuous number counter (step S189). In other words, the number of special game rounds is counted. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S190.

  In step S190, the main control means stores the interval time between rounds according to the jackpot type in the special symbol accessory operation timer. The interval time between rounds is used in the process when returning to the special electric accessory operation start process (see FIG. 17). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S191.

  In step S191, the main control means performs various settings at the time of continuation. Specifically, the special electric accessory operation flag is set to “00H”. The special electric accessory operation flag is set to “00H” in any of “start”, “between rounds”, and “ends” of the big hit round, but here “between rounds”.

  Further, since the special electric accessory operation status is set to “01H” (during the start of special electric operation), in the next special electric accessory operation status determination (FIG. 15: step S72), the special electric accessory operation start processing (FIG. 15: Proceed to step S74). Thereafter, the special electric accessory operation continuation determination process is terminated.

  Next, the case where the determination in step S188 is “YES” will be described. In this case, the main control means performs various settings at the end (step S192). Specifically, the special electric accessory operation flag is set to “00H”. The reason for setting the special electric accessory operation flag to “00H” is that the big hit round is “finished”.

  In addition, since the special electric operation status is set to “04H” (during jackpot end), the next special electric accessory operation status determination (FIG. 15: step S72) proceeds to the big hit end processing (FIG. 15: step S77). become. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S193.

  In step S193, the main control means stores the end interval time corresponding to the jackpot type in the special symbol accessory operation timer. The end interval time is used in a jackpot end process described later (see FIG. 23). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S194.

  Finally, the main control means transmits a jackpot end interval command (step S194). Specifically, the main control means (main control board 24) transmits a “big hit end interval (fanfare) command” to the sub-control means (production control board 25). Thereafter, the special electric accessory operation continuation determination process is terminated.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 23, the jackpot ending process that is performed in the special electric utility management process will be described. As described above, the main control means performs this processing when it is determined that the special electric operation status is “04H” (during big hit) in the special electric accessory operation status determination (FIG. 15: step S72).

  First, the main control means determines whether or not the special symbol accessory operation timer is 0 (step S211). Here, it is determined whether or not the end interval time has elapsed. If the special symbol accessory operation timer reaches 0, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S212. On the other hand, if the special symbol accessory operation timer has not yet reached 0, the determination is “NO” and the jackpot end processing is terminated.

  If the determination in step S211 is "YES", the main control means performs various settings 1 at the end of the big hit (step S212). Specifically, except for the “specific area passing flag” that is checked for on / off in the next step, the condition device operation flag, continuous count counter, maximum continuous count buffer, etc. used in each step during the special electric equipment management process Clear 0. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S213.

  In step S213, the main control means performs various settings 2 at the end of the big hit. Specifically, the utility power open extension state flag or the like is set in accordance with the on / off state of the “specific area passing flag” (see FIG. 20B) set in the special winning opening winning number check process. Details of the setting are as described in FIG. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S214.

  In step S214, the main control means performs various settings 3 at the end of the big hit. Specifically, the specific area passage flag is set to “00H”. Further, since the special electric operation status is set to “00H” (big hit start), in the next special electric accessory operation status determination (FIG. 15: step S72), the process proceeds to the big hit start processing (FIG. 15: step S73). Become. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S215.

  Finally, the main control means updates the gaming state notification information (step S215). For example, when shifting to the short-time gaming state after this, the short-and-short-time notification lamp is turned on. Thereafter, the big hit ending process is ended. The processing performed by the main control unit has been described above.

  Below, with reference to FIG. 24, the main process performed by the sub-control side is demonstrated. This main process includes an initialization process that is performed when the sub-control means (the effect control board 25) is activated.

  First, the sub-control unit performs an initialization process (step S221). This mainly performs various initial settings of the sub-control means, and is performed only once at the time of activation. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S222.

  Next, the sub-control unit determines whether or not the main loop update period has been reached (step S222). The main loop is a process from steps S224 to S229 described later, and its update cycle is 16 ms.

  If the update period of 16 ms elapses when the process proceeds to step S222, the determination is “YES”, and the process proceeds to step S224. On the other hand, in the state before 16 ms elapses, the update cycle is not reached, and therefore the determination is “NO”. In this case, the process proceeds to step S223.

  When the determination in step S222 is “NO”, the sub-control unit performs various soft random number update processes (step S223). Thereafter, the processes in steps S222 and S223 are repeated until the determination in step S222 becomes “YES”. During this loop period, a timer interrupt process (see FIG. 25) with a period of 1 ms is executed. The sub-control means counts the number of interrupt processes and determines whether the above 16 ms has elapsed. To do.

  If the determination in step S222 is “YES”, the sub-control means performs LED data update processing (step S224). As described above, steps S224 to S229 are processing of the main loop. Here, the data of the frame decoration LED 8 and the panel decoration LED 35 is updated to change the light emission mode of the decoration LED. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S225.

  In step S225, the sub control means performs a received command analysis process. In this method, the type of the received control command is analyzed, and various settings are made accordingly. For example, when the “big hit start interval command” (see FIG. 16) transmitted in the big hit start process is received, the sub control means sets the start interval (see FIG. 6A). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S226.

  In step S226, the sub control unit performs a main scenario update process. Specifically, the effect is updated according to the received control command. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S227.

  In step S227, the sub control means performs a sound output process. Specifically, sound is output from the speaker 7 according to the scenario. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S228.

  In step S228, the sub-control unit performs solenoid update processing. Specifically, detailed operation of the solenoid used for the movable accessory is set. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S229.

  Finally, the sub-control unit performs noise countermeasure processing (step S229). Specifically, it is checked whether the peripheral LSI is affected by noise. When this process ends, the process returns to step S222, and the subsequent processes are continued.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 25, the timer interrupt process on the sub-control side will be described. This is an interrupt process executed at a cycle of 1 ms with respect to the above-described sub-control-side main process (see FIG. 24).

  First, the sub control means initializes the CPU register (step S231). Specifically, the port refresh initial value is set. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S232.

  In step S232, the sub control means performs output processing. Specifically, output processing of a solenoid or a motor used for the movable accessory is performed. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S233.

  In step S233, the sub-control means performs an effect button input state update process. The sub-control means updates the input state when the production buttons 13 and 14 are operated. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S234.

  In step S234, the sub-control means performs a switch input state update process. Specifically, input information such as the volume switch 31 is confirmed, and processing corresponding to the information is performed. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S235.

  In step S235, the sub-control means performs a liquid crystal control command transmission process. For example, the effect control board 25 transmits an effect command selected by the effect counter to the liquid crystal control board 26. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S236.

  In step S236, the sub-control unit performs a motor update process. Specifically, the detailed operation setting of the motor used for the movable accessory is performed. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S237.

  In step S237, the sub-control means performs LED data output processing. Specifically, LED data output for turning on and blinking the frame decoration LED 8 and the panel decoration LED 35 at a necessary timing is performed. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S238.

  Finally, the sub-control means increments the main loop update cycle work by 1 (step S238). This is a process of incrementing the main loop update cycle work by 1 in order to count 16 ms, which is the update cycle of the main loop processing (FIG. 24: steps S224 to S229). Thereafter, the timer interrupt process is terminated. The series of operations of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment has been described above.

  As described above, there are a plurality of types of special games in the first embodiment, and the order and number of special rounds in which the opening / closing doors of the attacker and the distributing unit are opened for a long period of time are different. When the special round is executed with the long open pattern, the notification effect α is executed immediately before, and when the special round is executed with the short release pattern, the notification effect β is executed immediately before. Further, once the notification effect α is executed, any notification effect is not performed thereafter in the special game being executed. In other words, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by executing an appropriate notification effect according to the operation pattern of the doors and the like.

[Example 2]
Next, an example (Embodiment 2) of a pachinko gaming machine having only one winning device will be described.

  First, with reference to FIG. 26, the gaming board of the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment will be described. The game board 4 'is different from the game board 4 of the first embodiment in that the first grand prize winning device 39a is not provided. In the pachinko gaming machine of the game board 4 ', the attacker 2 which is the only large winning device in the special game and has the probability variation transition determination unit inside is always used. Since the player only has to perform the same operation regardless of the type of round, the game itself is simplified.

  However, in the case of this pachinko gaming machine, if the time during which the distribution unit is in the open position is long, a phenomenon in which a game ball wins a V at an unintended timing easily occurs. Therefore, as described in the first embodiment, when the discharge time of the remaining sphere has elapsed, it is necessary to return the sorting unit to the closed position so that the operation of the sorting unit is not carried over to the next round.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 27A, the configuration of the special game of the second embodiment (“big hit pattern A ′”, “big hit pattern D ′”) will be described.

  First, the “big hit pattern A ′” is composed of a total of 14 rounds, and after the special game is over, the gaming state becomes the probability variation mode (see FIG. 27A (a)). The “hit pattern A ′” is obtained by executing the “hit pattern A” of the first embodiment only with the attacker 2, so that the operation time of the opening / closing door and the effect to be performed are basically the same.

  The difference is “notification effect γ” executed at the interval time of the third round. “Challenge production (excellent)” is a story in which the main character eventually defeats the opponent character and wins. Therefore, in “notification production γ”, the victory is confirmed, but the target attacker is not displayed. I will not.

  Further, the waiting period and the opening period of the fourth round opening / closing door may be the same as those in the fourth round of the “big hit pattern A”, but the operation of the distribution unit 55 needs to be different. That is, by shortening the time for which the specific area 56 is opened long, the game ball is prevented from winning V in the fifth round.

  Next, the “big hit pattern D ′” will be described. The “hit pattern D ′” is composed of a total of 14 rounds, and after the special game is over, the gaming state becomes the time reduction mode (see FIG. 27A (b)). The “big hit pattern D ′” is obtained by executing the “big hit pattern D” of the first embodiment only with the attacker 2, and thus the opening / closing door operating time and the effects to be performed are basically the same.

  In the “Big Hit Pattern D '”, the story of the main character will eventually be defeated in three “Challenge Production (Inferior)” events, so it will be defeated immediately before the start of the fourth, eighth and twelfth rounds. “Notification effect δ”, which is a confirmed effect, is executed. Also in this case, it is necessary to change the operation of the distribution unit 55 in the special round.

  Finally, with reference to FIG. 27B, the operation of the attacker and the distribution unit of the second embodiment will be described. Here, in particular, the operation of the attacker and the distribution unit when the maximum winning number of one round is reached before the open period of the attacker reaches the longest time will be described.

  For example, in the fourth round of the “big hit pattern A ′”, after the waiting period of 2.7 seconds, the process proceeds to the opening / closing period of the door. The opening period is 26.3 seconds at the longest (see FIG. 27A (a)), but in actuality, the maximum winning number is reached in about 5.4 seconds, and the door is closed.

  At this time, the allocating unit moves to a position for opening the specific area 56 for 0.02 seconds in synchronization with the operation of the opening / closing door of the attacker 2. After that, it returns to the closed position for 2.68 seconds and moves to the open position again.

  When the time for which the distribution unit is held in the open position is long as in Example 1 (29.3 seconds), the game ball can be V-winned in the next fifth round. The meaning of the special round is lost. Therefore, when the interval time (3.0 seconds) of the fourth round has elapsed, the distribution unit returns to the closed position. In this way, an unintended V winning can be prevented even when there is only one big winning device.

  The same applies when the door is opened for a short time. For example, in the fourth round of the “big hit pattern D ′”, after the opening / closing door is operated for 0.10 seconds, it proceeds to the next fifth round after an interval time. Again, if the sorting unit moves to the open position again, the game ball can be awarded V in the fifth round. Therefore, this time, it is possible to prevent an unintended V-winning by not moving the distribution unit to the open position again.

  Similar to the first embodiment, the operation of the distributing unit does not need to be separated into a short opening and a long opening. For example, a long opening may be performed from the start of the standby time of the attacker 2. Also, the closing timing can be arbitrarily determined such that the opening / closing door of the attacker 2 returns the distributing portion to the closed position in synchronization with the closing.

  According to the second embodiment, even with a single pachinko machine with an attacker, it is possible to execute an appropriate notification effect according to an operation pattern such as an opening / closing door in a special round to improve the interest of the game. Also, when the attacker closes and the discharge time has passed, the distribution unit is controlled so that the specific area is in the closed position, so that the game ball can be prevented from passing through the specific area at an unintended timing. Can do.

  The above embodiment is an example of the present invention, and various modifications other than this can be considered. In the first and second embodiments, a plurality of special rounds such as the fourth and eighth rounds are provided, but any number can be used. In addition, any round may be used, such as a special round as a final round.

  The operation pattern of the opening / closing door of the attacker 2 can be arbitrarily set, and may be an operation linked to the position of the distribution unit. For example, when the distribution unit is in the closed position, the opening / closing door of the attacker 2 can be closed, or the opening / closing operation can be repeated. In addition, it is not necessary to completely match the opening timing of the open / close door with the timing at which the sorting unit moves to the open position.

  The error notification for the error that has occurred in the pachinko gaming machine is not limited to the mode of FIG. For example, the magnetic abnormality (strong) (error 16) and radio wave abnormality (strong) (error 17) can be changed so as to continue until 90 seconds elapse from the start of notification. In addition, a plurality of errors that occur during the special round may be reported in a more conspicuous manner (for example, maximum volume) than errors that occur in other states.

  Not only after the end of the special round but also when the game ball passes through the specific area at an unintended timing such as during a special game per non-probable variation, an error or a warning may be given. At this time, it may be determined whether it is accidental or illegal. For example, when two or more game balls are detected in an open state of a very short specific area (“cumulative two balls” in FIG. 9), it can be determined as “illegal”.

  As a notification of “injustice”, the abnormality notification LED on the back of the pachinko gaming machine may be lit or blinked. .

As described above, the pachinko gaming machine has been described as the present embodiment. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and can be applied to a sparrow ball type gaming machine, an arrangement ball machine, an enclosed type gaming machine, and the like. For example,
The present invention can be applied to a second type pachinko machine (blade mono).

  Normally, in the type 2 pachinko machine, there is a specific area inside the winning device where the blades open and close, and a big hit occurs when winning V, but when the blades close and the discharge time of the remaining sphere has elapsed, the specific area If it is also closed, it is possible to prevent V winning at an unintended timing.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 2 Outer frame 3 Front frame 4 Game board 4a Game area 4b Decoration board 5 Front door 6 Glass board 7 Speaker 8 Frame decoration LED
9 Front plate 10 Launch handle 10a Launcher 11 Upper storage tray 12 Lower storage tray 12a Lower storage tray full sensor 13 Left effect button (operation means)
14 Center effect button (Operating means)
16 Back mechanism board 17 Game ball storage tank 18 Tank rail 19 Game ball dispensing device 20 Door open sensor 21 External terminal board 22 Terminal board case 23 Back cover 24 Main control board (lottery means, special game execution means, game state control means)
24a Main control board case 25 Production control board (Notification production execution means)
25a presentation control board case 26 liquid crystal control board 26a liquid crystal control board case 27 RAM clear switch 28 power board 28a power board case 29 payout control board 29a payout control board case 30 launch control board 31 volume switch 32 abnormality notification LED
33 Stage member 34a Center decorative body 34b Left corner decorative body 34c Right corner decorative body 35 Panel decoration LED
36 Liquid crystal display device 37 Movable accessory 38 Start winning device 38a First special symbol starting port 38b Second special symbol starting port 38c Starting winning port sensor 39 Grand prize device 39a First big prize device 39b Second big prize device (variable prize) means)
39c Big prize opening sensor 40a Production gate 40b Normal design start gate 40c Start gate passage sensor 41 Windmill
42 General winning opening 42c General winning opening sensor 43a Special symbol display device 43b Normal symbol display device 44 Guide rail 44a Outer guide rail 44b Inner guide rail 45 Firing passage 46 Return ball prevention piece 47 Out ball collection port 48 Ball gathering portion 49 Winning device DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 50 Magnetic sensor 51 Radio wave sensor 52 Vibration sensor 53 Sphere guidance | induction part 54 Probability change transition determination part 55 Distribution part (Distribution means)
56 specific area 56c specific area sensor (specific area passage detection means)
57 Non-specific region 57c Non-specific region sensor (Non-specific region passage detection means)

Claims (5)

A determination means for determining whether or not to shift to a special gaming state advantageous to the player, triggered by the start winning of the game ball;
Opening / closing means for switching between an open state in which a game ball can enter and a closed state in which it is impossible or difficult to enter, a specific region and a non-specific region through which the game ball can pass, and a game ball in the specific region or the non-specific region Variable winning means having distribution means for allocating to a specific area, specific area passage detection means for detecting game balls passing through the specific area, and non-specific area passage detection means for detecting game balls passing through the non-specific area When,
Special gaming state executing means for executing the special gaming state based on the determination by the determining means to shift to the special gaming state;
A game state control means for transitioning to a specific game state advantageous to the player after the special game state is ended when a game ball is detected by the specific area passage detection means;
The special gaming state is composed of a plurality of normal rounds in which the allocating means does not operate and a plurality of special rounds in which the allocating means operates to a position where game balls are allocated to the specific area,
The special round includes a first action pattern in which a game ball easily wins the specific area by a predetermined action of the opening / closing means and / or the allocating means, and a second action that is difficult to win in comparison with the first action pattern. With operation patterns,
A notification capable of executing a first notification effect when the special round is executed with the first operation pattern, and a second notification effect when the special round is executed with the second operation pattern. Providing production execution means,
When the notification effect executing means executes the first notification effect, in the special game state being executed, the first notification effect or the second notification effect is not executed thereafter. Machine. In the ball game machine according to claim 1,
The special game state is configured such that the game by the special round is executed after the game by the normal round is executed,
The bulletin ball game machine, wherein the notification effect execution means starts execution of the first notification effect or the second notification effect before the start of the special round. In the bullet ball game machine according to claim 1 or 2,
The notification effect executing means starts execution of the first notification effect or the second notification effect from an interval time between a normal round immediately before the special round and the special round. Machine. In the ball game machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3,
Provided with operation means that various effects are executed when the player operates,
The ball game machine characterized in that the first notification effect and the second notification effect can be executed by an operation of the operation means by a player. In the bullet ball game machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
The notification effect executing means re-executes the first notification effect when a game ball does not pass through the specific area in a special round that operates in the first operation pattern. Machine.