JP2016214587A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To diversify a lottery variation without increasing the number of pattern display parts.SOLUTION: In a Pachinko game machine 1, a game ball entering a ball entry port (second start pocket 21) passes through a first passage 76 or a second passage 78. A type of a pattern (second special pattern) displayed on a pattern display part (second special pattern indicator 41b) is determined by a first determination table (winning type determination table for a second left start pocket sensor) in detection by first game ball detection means (second left start pocket sensor 21a) disposed in the first passage, and is determined by a second determination table (table for a second right start pocket sensor) in detection by second game ball detection means (second right start pocket sensor 21b) disposed in the second passage. Both the tables have different pattern types for triggering execution of a special game. Game setting (for example, setting of the number of time-shortening times) after completion of a special game is set to game setting corresponding to a pattern type from among a plurality of preset, different game settings.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 9

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine represented by a pachinko gaming machine or the like.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, as a pachinko gaming machine that is one of gaming machines, a gaming machine capable of performing a plurality of lotteries with different contents is known. As such a gaming machine, for example, there is a gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 below. In this gaming machine, when the first start opening is won, a game ball is detected by a first start opening detecting sensor provided therein, and a big hit lottery of the first content is performed based on this detection. The result of the lottery is indicated by a first special symbol (special diagram 1) that is stopped and displayed via a variable display. On the other hand, when a prize is won in the second start opening, a game ball is detected by a second start opening detecting sensor provided in the inside, and a big hit lottery of the second content is performed based on this detection. The result of the lottery is indicated by a second special symbol (special diagram 2) that is stopped and displayed via a variable display.

  The type of jackpot that can be won (the type of jackpot symbol) differs between the jackpot lottery of the first content (lottery according to Special Figure 1) and the jackpot lottery of the second content (lottery according to Special Figure 2). Specifically, the lottery according to the special figure 2 is more likely to win a big hit with a large amount of privilege, such as a larger number of rounds in the big hit game than the lottery according to the special figure 1.

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  However, in the gaming machine described in the above document, in order to provide a relatively advantageous lottery and an unfavorable lottery, a first special symbol display device that displays a first special symbol and a second special symbol that displays a second special symbol. Two symbol display devices (symbol display units) with a special symbol display device were provided. That is, in order to perform a plurality of lotteries with different contents, a symbol display device is provided for each type of lottery.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances. That is, the subject is to diversify the lottery variations without increasing the number of symbol display portions.

  The present invention made to solve the above problems will be described below. In the following description, corresponding configuration names and expressions in [Description of Embodiment] described later, reference numerals used in the drawings, and the like are added in parentheses for reference. However, the constituent elements of the present invention are not limited to this supplementary note.

<A> The gaming machine according to the present invention is
A ball entrance (second start port 21) arranged in a game area (3) where game balls can flow down;
A common path (75) through which game balls that have entered the entrance gate pass;
A first passage (76) and a second passage (78) branched from the common passage;
A first game ball detecting means (left second start port sensor 21a) capable of detecting a game ball passing through the first passage;
A second game ball detection means (right second start port sensor 21b) capable of detecting a game ball passing through the second passage;
First numerical information acquisition means (game control microcomputer 81 that executes step S304) for acquiring numerical information (random numbers such as jackpot random numbers) based on detection of the game ball by the first game ball detection means;
Second numerical information acquisition means (game control microcomputer 81 for executing step S309) for acquiring numerical information based on detection of a game ball by the second game ball detection means;
A symbol display unit (second special symbol display 41b) capable of displaying a symbol (second special symbol);
Based on the numerical information acquired by the first numerical information acquisition means, the type of the symbol displayed on the symbol display unit is determined in advance according to a first determination table (see the column of the second starter sensor on the left side in FIG. 9). ) Can be determined using the first symbol type determination means (game control microcomputer 81 that executes step S1523),
Based on the numerical information acquired by the second numerical information acquisition means, a symbol type displayed on the symbol display unit is set to a second determination table different from the first determination table (second right start in FIG. 9). Second symbol type determination means (game control microcomputer 81 that executes step S1524) that can be determined using the mouth sensor column),
The symbol display control means that can stop and display the symbol of the type determined by the first symbol type determining means and the symbol of the type determined by the second symbol type determining means via the variable display on the symbol display section ( A game control microcomputer 81) that executes step S1407 and executes S1304;
After the symbol display control means stops and displays a predetermined display pattern on the symbol display unit, a special game is executed to open the special winning opening (large winning opening 30) arranged in the gaming area. Special game execution means (game control microcomputer 81 for executing step S1307),
The symbol type of the specific display mode that can be determined by the first symbol type determining unit and the symbol type of the specific display mode that can be determined by the second symbol type determining unit are at least partially different (see FIG. 9),
A game setting means (for example, setting the game setting after the special game is completed (for example, setting the number of short times)) according to the type of symbol of the specific display mode among a plurality of predetermined different game settings (for example, A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) including a gaming control microcomputer 81) for executing step S2309.

  According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the game ball that has entered the entrance is detected by the first game ball detection means through the first passage, the second game ball passes through the second passage. The types of symbols that can be displayed on one symbol display unit are different from those detected by the detection means. And, when the symbol of the specific display mode is displayed on the symbol display unit, the special game is executed, but the game setting after the end of the special game is different depending on the type of the symbol of the specific display mode. Become. If the game setting after the end of the special game is changed, the gameability after the end of the special game is changed. Therefore, it is possible to direct the player's interest to which of the first and second game ball detection means the game ball that has entered the entrance is detected. As a result, it is possible to enhance the game entertainment after entering the entrance.

  Furthermore, since the types of symbols of the specific display mode that can be determined at the time of detection by the first game ball detection means and at the time of detection by the second game ball detection means are different, without increasing the number of symbol display parts, It is possible to make it feel as if a lottery with different symbols (a lottery with different contents) has been made. Therefore, it is possible to diversify the lottery variations and improve the game entertainment.

<B> The gaming machine having the above configuration may be configured as follows.
An opening / closing member (23) that can take an open state and a closed state to change the ease of entering the entrance.
When a predetermined release condition is satisfied, auxiliary game execution means for executing an auxiliary game for opening the opening / closing member (game control microcomputer 81 for executing step S607);
The game state after the end of the special game is an easy entry state (high base state or short time) in which it is easier to enter the entrance than the non-easy entry state (low base state or non-short time state). In the state), the easy entry state control means (game control microcomputer 81 that executes step S2308) that can be controlled until a predetermined easy entry state end condition is satisfied,
The entrance easy state end condition includes the end of execution of the symbol variation display for a predetermined upper limit number of times (number of time reductions),
The game setting means is configured to set the upper limit number of times based on the symbol type of the specific display mode (game control microcomputer 81 that executes step S2309) when controlling to the easy entry state. A featured gaming machine.

  According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the upper limit number of symbol variable display in the easy-to-enter state differs depending on the symbol type of the specific display mode. Therefore, it becomes possible to be interested in how many times the upper limit is set when controlling to the easy entry state, and to further increase the player's interest in the whereabouts of the game ball that entered the entrance. Is possible.

<C> The gaming machine configured as described above may be configured as follows.
An open / close member (23A) that can take an open state and a closed state to change the ease of entering the entrance.
When a predetermined release condition is satisfied, auxiliary game execution means for executing an auxiliary game for opening the opening / closing member (game control microcomputer 81 for executing step S607);
Provided at a branch (75Aa) between the common path and the first path and the second path, the game ball is passed through the first path when in the first state, and the second path when in the second state. A movable member (68) for passing the game ball through the passage;
Movable member control means (game control microcomputer 81 for executing step S6202) for operating the movable member in a predetermined operation pattern at a predetermined operation start timing;
The game setting means includes a plurality of types of incoming games that are easier to enter the entrance than the non-entry easy state (low base state, that is, non-short-time state) in the game state after the end of the special game. Among easy states (high base state, that is, time-short state), those that can be controlled to the easy entry state according to the symbol type of the specific display mode (game control microcomputer for performing the game state flag setting process shown in FIG. 53) 81)
The auxiliary game executing means is configured to use an opening pattern according to the type of the easy entry state among a plurality of opening patterns having different passing rates of the game balls entering the entrance to the first passage. A gaming machine characterized in that an opening / closing member is opened (see FIG. 51).

  According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the type of the easy entry state to be controlled is determined according to the type of the symbol of the specific display mode. And according to the kind of easy entry state, the passing rate to the first passage in the easy entry state changes. Therefore, if there is a difference in the amount of privilege given at the time of hitting when passing through the first passage and when not (when passing through the second passage), the game balls that have entered the entrance It becomes possible to further strengthen the player's interest in whereabouts, and to further improve the game entertainment at the time of control to the easy entry state.

<D> The gaming machine configured as described above may be configured as follows.
With reference to any of a plurality of predetermined variation pattern determination tables, a variation pattern determination means (game control microcomputer 81 for executing step S1404) for determining the variation pattern of the symbol is provided,
The game setting means has a pattern of the specific display mode among a plurality of game settings (setting of the short time state A or the short time state B) having different variation pattern determination tables (see FIG. 62) referred to by the variation pattern determining means. A gaming machine characterized in that it is a game setting (see FIG. 61) according to the type of the game (a microcomputer 81 for game control that sets the value of the game state flag to a value according to the type of the short-time state).

  According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the variation pattern determination table referred to in the game after the end of the special game can be changed in accordance with the symbol type of the specific display mode. For this reason, if it is configured to determine a special variation pattern by referring to a special variation pattern determination table when winning a certain symbol type, the interest in the whereabouts of the game ball that has entered the entrance is further increased. This makes it possible to further enhance the interest in the game after the end of the special game.

<E> The gaming machine configured as described above may be configured as follows.
Another entrance different from the entrance (first start port 20),
Other numerical information acquisition means (game control microcomputer 81 for executing step S208) for acquiring numerical information based on the entrance to the other entrance,
Another symbol display unit (first special symbol indicator) capable of displaying a second symbol (first special symbol) different from the first symbol (second special symbol) which is the symbol displayed on the symbol display unit 41a)
Based on the numerical information acquired by the other numerical information acquiring means, a third symbol type determining means capable of determining the type of the second symbol displayed on the other symbol display section (special figure 1 jackpot determining process) (Game control microcomputer 81) for executing the hit type determination process (S1507) in (S1410);
Other symbol display control means capable of stopping the second symbol of the type determined by the third symbol type determining means through the variable symbol display on the other symbol display section (step S1414 is executed and step S1304 is executed) A game control microcomputer 81) to be executed,
The special game execution means executes the special game even after the second symbol of the specific display mode predetermined in the other symbol display unit is stopped and displayed. Machine.

  According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the third symbol type determining unit determines the type in addition to the first symbol variable display in which the type is determined by the first symbol type determining unit and the second symbol type determining unit. The variation display of the second symbol to be performed can also be executed. Therefore, it becomes possible to further diversify the lottery variations of the symbols, thereby improving the game entertainment.

<F> The gaming machine configured as described above may be configured as follows.
In parallel with the variable display of the symbols on the symbol display section, the predetermined display device for display (image display device 7) displays the effect symbols (8L, 8C, 8R) that are easier to recognize than the symbols. A gaming machine comprising an effect symbol display control means (an effect control microcomputer 91 for executing step S5005 and the like).

  According to the gaming machine of this configuration, since the effect symbol that is easier to recognize than the symbol displayed on the symbol display unit is displayed on the predetermined effect display device, it is possible to attract attention to the effect symbol, and the game by the effect It is possible to improve the interest.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to diversify lottery variations without increasing the number of symbol display portions.

1 is a front view of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. It is a front view of the game board with which the gaming machine is provided. It is a front view of the 1st starting prize-winning device with which the gaming machine is provided. It is a front view of the 2nd starting prize-winning device (electricity Chu) with which the gaming machine is provided. FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of a portion A shown in FIG. 2, and is a diagram showing display devices provided in the gaming machine. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure by the side of the main control board of the same gaming machine. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure by the side of the sub control board of the same gaming machine. It is a figure explaining the detail of RAM with which a main control board is provided. It is a hit type determination table. It is a figure which shows the stop aspect of a 2nd special symbol. It is a table | surface which shows the various random numbers which the microcomputer for game control acquires. (A) is a jackpot determination table, (B) is a reach determination table, (C) is an ordinary symbol determination table, and (D) is an ordinary symbol variation pattern selection table. It is a special figure fluctuation pattern determination table. It is an open pattern determination table of electric Chu. It is a flowchart of a main control main process. It is a flowchart of a main side timer interruption process. It is a flowchart of a start port sensor detection process. It is a flowchart of the 2nd start opening process. It is a flowchart of a normal operation process. It is a flowchart of a normal symbol standby process. It is a flowchart of the normal symbol hit determination process. It is a flowchart of the process during normal symbol fluctuation. It is a flowchart of a normal symbol confirmation process. It is a flowchart of a normal electric accessory process. It is a flowchart of special operation processing. It is a flowchart of a special symbol standby process. It is a flowchart of jackpot determination processing. It is a flowchart of a hit type determination process. It is a flowchart of a fluctuation pattern selection process. It is a flowchart of a fluctuation pattern selection process. It is a flowchart of the special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart of a special symbol confirmation process. It is a flowchart of a game state management process. It is a flowchart of a game state reset process. It is a flowchart of a special electric accessory process. It is a flowchart of a game state setting process. It is a flowchart of the number of reserved balls. It is a flowchart of a sub control main process. It is a flowchart of a reception interruption process. It is a flowchart of 1 ms timer interruption processing. It is a flowchart of a 10 ms timer interrupt process. It is a flowchart of a received command analysis process. It is a flowchart of a change production start process. It is a flowchart of a change production end process. It is a table | surface for demonstrating production | presentation mode. It is a figure of a display screen which shows the example of an effect development at the time of detection by the right 2nd starting mouth sensor, and the example of an effect development at the time of detection by the left 2nd starting mouth sensor. It is a hit type determination table according to the gaming machine of the second form. It is a special figure fluctuation pattern determination table concerning the gaming machine of the 3rd form. It is a front view of the 2nd starting prize-winning device with which the gaming machine of the 4th form is provided. It is a hit classification judgment table concerning the gaming machine. It is an open pattern determination table of electric Chu concerning the gaming machine. It is a timing chart which shows the open pattern etc. of the electric Chu concerning the gaming machine. It is a flowchart of the game state flag setting process performed by the gaming machine. It is a flowchart of the open pattern selection process which the game machine performs. It is a flowchart of the movable member control process which the game machine performs. It is an open pattern determination table of the electric Chu which concerns on the 1st modification of the game machine of a 4th form. It is a timing chart which shows the open pattern etc. of the electric Chu which concerns on the 1st modification of the gaming machine of the 4th form. It is an open pattern determination table of the electric Chu according to the second modification of the gaming machine of the fourth form. It is a timing chart which shows the open pattern etc. of the electric Chu which concerns on the 2nd modification of the game machine of a 4th form. It is a flowchart of the movable member control process which concerns on the 2nd modification of the game machine of a 4th form. It is a hit type determination table according to the gaming machine of the fifth form. It is a special figure fluctuation pattern determination table concerning the gaming machine.

1. Structure of gaming machine A pachinko gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment includes a gaming machine frame 50 and a gaming board 2 attached in the gaming machine frame 50. The front frame 51 of the gaming machine frame 50 has a handle (launching operation unit) 60 for launching a game ball with a launch intensity corresponding to the rotation angle, a hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 61 for storing game balls, In addition, an extra ball receiving tray (lower plate) 62 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hit ball supply tray 61 is provided. Further, the front frame 51 is provided with an effect button 63 that can be operated by the player at the time of an effect that is executed as the game progresses. The front frame 51 is provided with a decorative frame lamp 66 and a speaker 67 for outputting sound.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 2 is formed with a game area 3 in which game balls launched by the operation of the handle 60 flow down are surrounded by rail members 4. The game board 2 is provided with a decorative board lamp 5 (see FIG. 7). In the game area 3, a plurality of game nails (not shown) for guiding a game ball are projected.

  Further, an image display device (corresponding to an effect display device) 7 which is a liquid crystal display device is provided near the center of the game area 3. On the display screen (display unit) 7a of the image display device 7, the effect symbols (decorative symbols) 8L, 8C, and 8R are displayed in synchronization with the later-described variable display (variable display) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. There is an effect symbol display area for performing (variable display). Note that the effect of displaying the effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R is referred to as an effect symbol variation effect. The effect design variation effect may be referred to as “decoration design variation effect” or simply “change effect”.

  The effect symbol display area includes, for example, three symbol display areas of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. A left effect symbol 8L is displayed in the left symbol display area, a middle effect symbol 8C is displayed in the middle symbol display area, and a right effect symbol 8R is displayed in the right symbol display area. Each of the effect symbols is made up of a plurality of symbols representing numbers “1” to “9”, for example. The image display device 7 includes a first special symbol displayed on a first special symbol display 41a and a second special symbol display 41b (see FIG. 5), which will be described later, according to a combination of left, middle, and right effect symbols. The result of variable display of the second special symbol (that is, the result of the jackpot lottery) is displayed in an easy-to-understand manner.

  For example, when winning a jackpot, the effect symbol is stopped and displayed with a doublet such as “777”. Further, if it is out of place, the effect symbol is stopped and displayed with a variation such as “637”. This makes it easier for the player to grasp the progress of the game. That is, the player generally grasps the result of the jackpot lottery with the image display device 7 rather than with the first special symbol display 41a or the second special symbol display 41b. The position of the symbol display area does not have to be fixed. In addition, as a variation display mode of the effect design, for example, there is a mode of scrolling in the vertical direction.

  The image display device 7 displays, in addition to the effect symbol variation effect using the effect symbol as described above, a jackpot effect performed in parallel with the jackpot game (an example of a special game), a demonstration effect for waiting for customers, and the like. 7a. In the effect design variation effect, effect images other than effect symbols such as background images and character images are displayed in addition to effect symbols such as numbers.

  The display screen 7a of the image display device 7 has an effect hold display area for displaying the effect hold image 9 in accordance with the number of first special figure hold and second special figure hold described later. By displaying the production hold image 9, it is displayed on the first special figure hold display unit 43 a (see FIG. 5) described later and the second special figure hold display unit 43 b. The number of stored second special figure holds can be easily shown to the player.

  A center decorative body 10 is disposed near the center of the game area 3 and in front of the image display device 7. A stage portion 11 capable of guiding a game ball rolling on the upper surface to a first starting port 20 described later is formed at the lower portion of the center decorative body 10. In addition, a warp portion 12 is provided on the left side of the center decorative body 10 to allow a game ball to flow from the entrance and to flow out from the exit to the stage portion 11. Further, a decorative member 13 representing characters, figures and the like is disposed on the center decorative body 10.

  Below the image display device 7 in the game area 3 is a first start opening (equivalent to other entrances, also referred to as a first start winning opening or a fixed entrance) where the ease of entering a game ball does not always change. ) 20 is provided with a first start winning device (also referred to as first winning means, fixed winning device) 19. The winning of the game ball to the first start port 20 is an opportunity for the lottery of the first special symbol (a jackpot lottery, that is, determination of acquisition of a jackpot random number or the like).

  More specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, a first start port passage 71 through which a game ball that has passed the first start port 20 passes is formed in the first start winning device 19. A first start port sensor 20a capable of detecting a game ball is arranged in the first start port passage 71.

  As shown in FIG. 2, a second starting port (corresponding to a starting port, also referred to as a second starting winning port or a variable starting port) 21 is provided to the right of the first starting port 20 in the game area 3. An ordinary variable winning device (ordinary electric accessory, so-called electric chew) 22 is provided. The electric chew 22 is also referred to as a second start winning device or a second pitching means. The winning of the game ball to the second start port 21 is an opportunity for the second special symbol lottery (big hit lottery). The electric chew 22 includes an opening / closing member (also referred to as a ball opening / closing member) 23, and opens / closes the second starting port 21 by the operation of the opening / closing member 23. The opening / closing member 23 is driven by an electric chew solenoid 24 (see FIG. 6). When the opening / closing member 23 is in an open state (indicated by a two-dot chain line in FIG. 2), a game ball can enter the second starting port 21 and is in a closed state (indicated by a solid line in FIG. 2). Sometimes, it is impossible to enter a game ball into the second starting port 21. That is, the 2nd starting opening 21 is a starting opening from which the ease of entering a game ball can change.

  More specifically, as shown in FIG. 4, in the electric chew 22, there are a common path 75 through which the game balls that have passed through the second starting port 21 pass, and two paths (first path) branched from the common path 75. 76 and a second passage 78). A first passage area 77 is formed on the first passage 76, and the first passage area 77 is a second left-side start sensor (first part) that detects the passage of the game ball to the first passage area 77. (Corresponding to game ball detecting means) 21a is arranged. On the other hand, a second passage area 79 is formed on the second passage 78, and the second passage area 79 includes a right-side second start port sensor that detects the passage of the game ball to the second passage area 79 ( (Corresponding to the second game ball detecting means) 21b. In this embodiment, both the detection of the game ball by the left second start-up port sensor 21a and the detection of the game ball by the right second start-up port sensor 21b are triggers for drawing the second special symbol. However, the contents of the lottery of the second special symbol (contents of the jackpot lottery) differ between when the game ball is detected by the left second start port sensor 21a and when the game ball is detected by the right second start port sensor 21b. This point will be described later.

  The electric Chu 22 has a ratio of the number of game balls that pass through the first passage 76 and the number of game balls that pass through the second passage 78 among the game balls won to the second starting port 21 is approximately “50: 50 ". In other words, the branch portion 75a between the common path 75 and the first path 76 and the second path 78 has a game ball so that the distribution ratio between the first path 76 and the second path 78 is approximately “50:50”. It is formed in a shape to distribute. In other words, in this embodiment, the branching portion 75a has a sorting wall portion (sorting mechanism) 75b that distributes the game balls to the first passage 76 and the second passage 78 so that the distribution ratio is “50:50”. Is formed. This means that the percentage of game balls passing through the first passage 76 out of the game balls won at the second starting port 21 (passage rate to the first passage 76) is approximately “50”.

  The electric chew 22 is provided with a second start port sensor for winning count (also referred to as upstream game ball detecting means) 21c upstream of the branch portion 75a in the common path 75. As will be described later, in this embodiment, the payout of the winning ball based on the winning at the second starting port 21 is performed based on the detection of the game ball by the second starting port sensor 21c for winning counting. In the present embodiment, the number of winning balls to the second starting port 21 is also counted based on the detection of the game ball by the second counting port sensor 21c for winning count. In the auxiliary game described later, when the total number of winning balls to the second start opening 21 reaches a predetermined upper limit winning number (for example, 9), the second start opening 21 is closed. As described above, the second start port sensor 21c for winning count is provided separately from the left second start port sensor 21a and the right second start port sensor 21b, thereby exceeding the upper limit number of winnings in one auxiliary game. 2 It is possible to reduce the possibility of a game ball winning in the starting port 21 occurring.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 2, a large winning device (also referred to as a special variable winning device or special winning means) provided with a large winning opening (corresponding to a special winning opening) 30 below the first start opening 20 in the game area 3. ) 31 is provided. The big winning device 31 includes an opening / closing member (also referred to as a special winning opening opening / closing member) 32 that takes an open state and a closed state, and opens / closes the big winning opening 30 by the operation of the opening / closing member 32. The opening / closing member 32 is driven by a special prize opening solenoid 33 (see FIG. 6). The special winning opening 30 allows a game ball to enter only when the opening / closing member 32 is open (that is, when the open / close member 32 is open).

  Further, a gate (also referred to as a passage opening) 28 through which a game ball can pass is provided on the right side of the center decorative body 10 in the game area 3. The passage of the game ball to the gate 28 triggers the execution of a normal symbol lottery (that is, acquisition and determination of a normal symbol random number (per random number)) for determining whether or not to open the electric chew 22. Further, an ordinary winning opening 27 is provided in the lower left portion of the game area 3. Further, at the bottom of the game area 3, there is provided an out port 6 through which game balls that have been driven into the game area 3 but have not won any prize holes are discharged out of the game area 3.

  In this way, the game area 3 in which various winning holes are arranged, the left game area (first game area) 3A on the left side from the center in the left-right direction and the right game area (second game area) 3B on the right side. There is. The method of hitting a game ball so that the game ball flows down in the left game area 3A is called left-handed. On the other hand, a method of hitting a game ball so that the game ball flows down in the right game area 3B is referred to as a right hit. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the flow path through which the game ball flows down when playing left-handed is referred to as a first flow path R1, and the flow path through which the game ball flows down when playing right-handed. This is referred to as a second flow path R2.

  On the first flow path R1, a first start port 20, a prize winning device 31, and an out port 6 are provided. The player can aim for winning at the first start opening 20 or winning at the big winning opening 30 by driving a game ball so as to flow down the first flow path R1.

  On the other hand, on the second flow path R2, a gate 28, an electric chew 22, a prize winning device 31, and an out port 6 are provided. The player can aim to pass through the gate 28, win the second starting port 21, and win the big winning port 30 by driving the game ball so as to flow down the second flow path R2. In this embodiment, the winning in the big winning opening 30 can be left-handed or right-handed. However, during the jackpot game in which the big winning opening 30 is opened, it is possible to make a right-hand hit by a known method. The player is informed to play a game.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 2 and 5, a display device 40 is arranged at the lower right portion of the game board 2. As shown in FIG. 5, the display 40 includes a first special symbol display 41a (corresponding to another symbol display unit) that variably displays the first special symbol, and a second special symbol that variably displays the second special symbol. A symbol display (corresponding to a symbol display unit) 41b and a normal symbol display 42 that variably displays a normal symbol are included. In addition, the display units 40 hold the operation of the first special symbol display unit 43a and the second special symbol display unit 41b for displaying the number of stored operations of the first special symbol display unit 41a. A second special figure hold indicator 43b that displays the number of stored (second special figure hold) and a general figure hold display 44 that displays the number of stored operation hold (common figure hold) of the normal symbol display 42 is included. It is. In this embodiment, the first special symbol corresponds to the “second symbol”, and the second special symbol corresponds to the “first symbol”.

  The variable display of the first special symbol is performed in response to the winning of a game ball at the first start port 20. The variable display of the second special symbol is performed in response to a winning of a game ball at the second start port 21. In the following description, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol. The first special symbol display 41a and the second special symbol display 41b may be collectively referred to as a special symbol display 41. Further, the first special figure hold indicator 43a and the second special figure hold indicator 43b may be collectively referred to as a special figure hold indicator 43.

  In the special symbol display 41, the special symbol is variably displayed (variable display) and then stopped to display a lottery (special symbol lottery, jackpot lottery) based on winning at the first starting port 20 or the second starting port 21. Inform the results. The special symbol to be stopped (special symbol stopped symbol, special symbol derived and displayed as a variable display result) is one special symbol selected from a plurality of types of special symbols by special symbol lottery. If the stop symbol is a predetermined special symbol (a special symbol of a specific stop mode or a special symbol of a specific display mode, which is a jackpot symbol in this embodiment), the type of the special symbol that is stopped and displayed (ie A special game (a jackpot game) is performed in which the big prize opening 30 is opened with an opening pattern according to the winning type. The opening pattern of the special winning opening 30 in the special game will be described later.

  Specifically, the special symbol display 41 is composed of, for example, eight LEDs arranged side by side, and displays a special symbol corresponding to the result of the jackpot lottery depending on the lighting mode. For example, if you win a jackpot (one of several types of jackpots to be described later), 1, 2, from the left such as “○ ●●● ○○ ●●” (○: lit, ●: unlit) The jackpot symbol in which the fifth and sixth LEDs are lit is displayed. In the case of a loss, a lost symbol in which only the rightmost LED is lit, such as “●●●●●●● ○”, is displayed. You may employ | adopt the aspect which light-extinguishes all LED as a loss pattern. Note that the lost symbol is not a specific special symbol. Further, before the special symbol is stopped and displayed, the special symbol is variably displayed over a predetermined variation time. The variation display mode is, for example, that each LED is lit so that light repeatedly flows from left to right. It is an aspect. The mode of the variable display may be anything such as all the LEDs blinking at once as long as each LED is not stopped (lighted display in a predetermined mode).

  In this pachinko gaming machine 1, when there is a winning game ball (win ball) at the first starting port 20 or the second starting port 21, various random number values (numerical information such as jackpot random numbers) acquired for the winning game are received. ) Is temporarily stored in the special figure storage unit 85 (see FIG. 6). Specifically, if the winning is to the first starting port 20, the first special figure holding is stored in the first special drawing storage unit 85 a (see FIG. 6), and if the winning is to the second starting port 21, The second special figure hold is stored in the second special figure hold storage unit 85b (see FIG. 6). There is an upper limit to the number of special figure reservations that can be stored in each special figure storage unit 85, and the upper limit value in this embodiment is four.

  The special figure hold stored in the special figure hold storage unit 85 is digested when a special symbol based on the special figure hold can be variably displayed. Digesting a special figure hold means that a jackpot random number corresponding to the special figure hold is determined, and a special symbol variable display for indicating the determination result is executed. Therefore, in this pachinko gaming machine 1, when the variable display of the special symbol based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 20 or the second starting port 21 cannot be performed immediately after the winning, that is, the execution of the variable symbol variable display Even if there is a prize during the execution of a special game or during a special game, the right of lottery for the prize can be reserved up to a predetermined number.

  The number of special figure hold is displayed on the special figure hold display 43. Specifically, each of the special figure hold indicators 43 is composed of, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of special figure holds by turning on the LEDs by the number of special figure holds.

  The variable display of the normal symbol is performed with the passage of the game ball to the gate 28 as an opportunity. The normal symbol display 42 notifies the result of the normal symbol lottery based on the passage of the game ball to the gate 28 by variably displaying the normal symbol (variation display) and then displaying the stop symbol. A normal symbol that is stopped and displayed (a normal symbol that is derived and displayed as a variable display result) is one normal symbol selected from a plurality of types of normal symbols by a normal symbol lottery. When the stop-displayed normal symbol is a predetermined specific symbol (ordinary winning symbol), an auxiliary game is performed in which the second start port 21 is opened in an opening pattern corresponding to the current gaming state. The opening pattern of the second start port 21 will be described later.

  Specifically, the normal symbol display 42 is composed of, for example, two LEDs (see FIG. 5), and displays a normal symbol corresponding to the result of the normal symbol lottery depending on the lighting state. For example, when the lottery result is a win, a normal winning symbol in which both LEDs are lit is displayed, such as “◯◯” (◯: lit, ●: unlit). Further, when the lottery result is a loss, a normal lose symbol in which only the right LED is lit is displayed as “● ○”. You may employ | adopt the aspect which light-extinguishes all LED as a normal lose pattern. Note that the normal lose symbol is not a specific normal symbol. Before the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, the normal symbol is displayed for a predetermined variation time. The variation display mode is, for example, a mode in which both LEDs are alternately lit. The mode of the variable display may be anything such as all the LEDs blinking at once as long as each LED is not stopped (lighted display in a predetermined mode).

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, when a game ball passes to the gate 28, the value of the normal symbol random number (hit random number) acquired for the passage is stored in the common figure storage unit 86 (see FIG. 6). Temporarily stored as figure hold. There is an upper limit to the number of pending map holds that can be stored in the saved map storage unit 86, and the upper limit value in this embodiment is four.

  The general map reservation stored in the general map storage unit 86 is digested when the variable display of the normal symbol based on the general map storage becomes possible. The digestion of the general symbol hold means that a normal symbol random number (per random number) corresponding to the general symbol hold is determined and variable symbol display for displaying the determination result is executed. Therefore, in this pachinko gaming machine 1, when the variable display of the normal symbol based on the passage of the game ball to the gate 28 cannot be performed immediately after the passage, that is, during the execution of the variable symbol display of the normal symbol or the execution of the auxiliary game Even if there is a case, the right of the normal symbol lottery for the passage can be reserved up to a predetermined number.

  The number of the general map hold is displayed on the general map hold display 44. Specifically, the general-purpose hold indicator 44 is composed of, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of general-purpose holds by turning on the LEDs by the number of general-purpose holds.

2. Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7. As shown in FIG. 6 and FIG. 7, the pachinko gaming machine 1 relates to a main control board (game control board) 80 that performs control related to game profits such as jackpot lottery and game state transition, and effects that are executed as the game progresses. A sub-control board (production control board) 90 that performs control, a payout control board 110 that performs control related to payout of game balls, and the like are provided. The main control board 80 constitutes a main control part, and the sub control board 90 constitutes a sub control part together with an image control board 100, a lamp control board 107 and a sound control board 106 which will be described later. The sub-control unit includes at least a sub-control board 90 and can control a game effect using effect means (the image display device 7, the panel lamp 5, the frame lamp 66, the speaker 67, the decorative movable body 15 to be described later, etc.). If it is.

  A game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as “game control microcomputer”) 81 that controls the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main control board 80. The game control microcomputer 81 includes a ROM 83 that stores a program for controlling the progress of the game, a RAM 84 that is used as a work memory, and a CPU 82 that executes the program stored in the ROM 83. The game control microcomputer 81 transmits / receives data to / from other boards via an input / output circuit (I / O port unit) 87. The input / output circuit 87 may be built in the game control microcomputer 81. The ROM 83 may be externally attached.

  The RAM 84 is provided with the above-described special figure storage unit 85 (the first special figure storage unit 85a and the second special figure storage unit 85b) and the general figure storage unit 86. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 8A, the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a includes four storage areas corresponding to the number of first special figure reservations that can be stored. Further, as shown in FIG. 8B, the second special figure reservation storage unit 85b includes four storage areas corresponding to the number of second special figure reservations that can be stored. Each storage area of the second special figure storage unit 85b is further divided into five storage areas as shown in FIG. 8C. These five storage areas are an area for storing a jackpot random number, which will be described later, an area for storing a hit type random number, an area for storing a reach random number, an area for storing a variation pattern random number, and an area for storing sensor discrimination information. is there. The sensor discrimination information is information indicating whether the game ball is detected by the left second start port sensor 21a or the right second start port sensor 21b. Each storage area (see FIG. 8A) of the first special figure storage unit 85a is further divided into four areas for storing various random numbers.

  Returning to FIG. 6, various sensors and solenoids are connected to the main control board 80 via a relay board 88. Therefore, signals are input from the sensors to the main control board 80, and signals are output from the main control board 80 to the solenoids. Specifically, the sensors include a first start port sensor 20a, a left second start port sensor 21a, a right second start port sensor 21b, a winning count second start port sensor 21c, a gate sensor 28a, and a big winning port sensor. 30a and a normal winning opening sensor 27a are connected.

  The first start port sensor 20 a is provided in the first start port 20 and detects a game ball won in the first start port 20. The left second starting port sensor 21a is provided in a first passing region 77 (see FIG. 4) in the second starting port 21, and a game ball that has passed through the first passing region 77 after winning the second starting port 21. Is detected. The right second starting port sensor 21b is provided in a second passing region 79 (see FIG. 4) in the second starting port 21, and a game ball that has passed through the second passing region 79 after winning the second starting port 21. Is detected. The second start port sensor 21c for winning count is provided in a common path 75 (see FIG. 4) in the second start port 21, and detects a game ball won in the second start port 21 at a position upstream of the branching portion 75a. To do.

  The gate sensor 28 a is provided in the gate 28 and detects a game ball that has passed through the gate 28. The big prize opening sensor 30 a is provided in the big prize opening 30 and detects a game ball won in the big prize opening 30. The normal winning opening sensor 27 a is provided in the normal winning opening 27 and detects a game ball won in the normal winning opening 27.

  As the solenoids, an electric chew solenoid 24 and a special prize opening solenoid 33 are connected. The electric chew solenoid 24 drives the opening / closing member 23 of the electric chew 22. The big winning opening solenoid 33 drives the opening / closing member 32 of the big winning device 31.

  Further, the main control board 80 is connected with a special symbol display 41, a normal symbol display 42, a special symbol hold indicator 43, and a general symbol hold indicator 44. That is, display control of these display devices 40 is performed by the game control microcomputer 81.

  The main control board 80 transmits various commands to the payout control board 110 and receives signals from the payout control board 110 for payout monitoring. On the payout control board 110, a ball lending device 120, a ball lending device 130 and a card unit 135 (installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 and lending a ball based on information such as a prepaid card inserted) And the launching device 112 is connected via the launch control circuit 111. The launcher 112 includes a handle 60 (see FIG. 1).

  The payout control board 110 drives the prize ball motor 121 of the prize ball payout device 120 based on a signal from the game control microcomputer 81 and a signal from the card unit 135 connected to the pachinko gaming machine 1 to win a prize ball. Or the ball rental motor 131 of the ball rental device 130 is driven to pay out the ball. The prize balls to be paid out are detected by the prize ball sensor 122 for counting. In addition, the paid-out ball rental is detected by the ball rental sensor 132 for counting. When the player operates the handle 60 (see FIG. 1) of the launch device 112, the touch switch 114 detects contact with the handle 60, and the launch volume 115 detects the amount of rotation of the handle 60. Then, the launch motor 113 is driven so that the game ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the magnitude of the detection signal of the launch volume 115. In this pachinko gaming machine 1, a single game ball is launched in about 0.6 seconds.

  The main control board 80 transmits various commands to the sub control board 90. The connection between the main control board 80 and the sub control board 90 is a unidirectional communication connection that can only transmit signals from the main control board 80 to the sub control board 90. That is, between the main control board 80 and the sub-control board 90, a unidirectional circuit (not shown) as a communication direction regulating means (for example, a circuit using a diode) is interposed.

  As shown in FIG. 7, an effect control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as “effect control microcomputer”) 91 for controlling the effect of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the sub-control board 90. The effect control microcomputer 91 includes a ROM 93 that stores programs for controlling effects as the game progresses, a RAM 94 that is used as a work memory, and a CPU 92 that executes the programs stored in the ROM 93. . The effect control microcomputer 91 transmits / receives data to / from other boards via an input / output circuit (I / O port unit) 97. The input / output circuit 97 may be built in the effect control microcomputer 91. The ROM 93 may be externally attached.

  The sub control board 90 is connected to the image control board 100, the sound control board 106, and the lamp control board 107. The effect control microcomputer 91 of the sub control board 90 causes the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 to perform display control of the image display device 7 based on the command received from the main control board 80. The RAM 104 of the image control board 100 is a memory for developing image data. In the ROM 103 of the image control board 100, still image data and moving image data displayed on the image display device 7, specifically, characters, items, figures, characters, numbers, symbols, etc. (including effect designs), background images, etc. Image data is stored. The CPU 102 of the image control board 100 reads out image data from the ROM 103 based on a command from the effect control microcomputer 91. Then, display control is executed based on the read image data.

  Further, the effect control microcomputer 91 outputs voice, music, sound effect, and the like from the speaker 67 via the voice control board 106 based on the command received from the main control board 80. Acoustic data such as voice output from the speaker 67 is stored in the ROM 93 of the sub-control board 90. Note that a CPU may be mounted on the voice control board 106, and in that case, the CPU may execute voice control. Further, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the voice control board 106, and acoustic data may be stored in the ROM. Further, the speaker 67 may be connected to the image control board 100, and the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 may execute sound control. Further, in this case, acoustic data may be stored in the ROM 103 of the image control board 100.

  The effect control microcomputer 91 performs lighting control of lamps such as the frame lamp 66 and the panel lamp 5 via the lamp control board 107 based on the command received from the main control board 80. In detail, the production control microcomputer 91 creates light emission pattern data (also referred to as data for determining lighting / extinction and light emission color, or lamp data) that determines the light emission mode of the lamps such as the frame lamp 66 and the panel lamp 5 to emit light. Light emission of lamps such as the frame lamp 66 and the panel lamp 5 is controlled according to the pattern data. Note that data stored in the ROM 93 of the sub-control board 90 is used to create the light emission pattern data.

  Further, the effect control microcomputer 91 operates the decorative movable body 15 connected to the lamp control board 107 via the relay board 108 based on the command received from the main control board 80. The decorative movable body 15 is a movable so-called gimmick provided in the center decorative body 10 although not shown in FIG. Specifically, the production control microcomputer 91 creates operation pattern data (also referred to as drive data) that determines the operation mode of the decorative movable body 15 and controls the operation of the decorative movable body 15 according to the operation pattern data. The data stored in the ROM 93 of the sub-control board 90 is used to create the operation pattern data. Note that a CPU may be mounted on the lamp control board 107, and in that case, the CPU may execute lamp lighting control and operation control of the decorative movable body 15. Further, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the lamp control board 107, and data relating to the light emission pattern and the operation pattern may be stored in the ROM.

  Further, an effect button detection SW (switch) 63a for detecting that the effect button 63 (see FIG. 1) has been pressed is connected to the sub-control board 90. Therefore, when the effect button 63 is pressed, a signal is output from the effect button detection SW 63a to the sub-control board 90.

3. Description of jackpot etc. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, there are “big jackpot” and “offset” as a result of the jackpot lottery (special symbol lottery). In the case of “hit”, the “hit symbol” is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 41. In the case of “missing”, the “design symbol” is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 41.

  When a big win is won in the special symbol lottery, a “big hit game” is executed in which the big prize opening 30 is opened with an open pattern corresponding to the type of the special symbol that is stopped and displayed (that is, the type of the big win). The jackpot game is equivalent to a special game.

  In this embodiment, the jackpot game is a multi-round game (unit open game), an opening before the first round game is started (also referred to as OP), and after the last round game is completed. Ending (also referred to as ED). Each round game starts with the end of OP or the end of the previous round game, and ends with the start of the next round game or the start of ED. The closing time (interval time) of the big prize opening between round games is included in the open round game before the closing.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in the hit type determination table of FIG. 9, “Special Figure 1_Design A” and “Special Figure 1_Design B” are the jackpot symbols that can be selected in the first special symbol (Special Figure 1) lottery. " “Special figure 1_symbol A” is “probability change jackpot” in which the gaming state after the jackpot game is controlled to a high-accuracy and high-base state described later. If this symbol is won, the highly accurate base state will continue until the next jackpot. “Special figure 1_symbol B” is “time and big jackpot” in which the gaming state after the jackpot game is controlled to a low-accuracy base state to be described later. This low-accuracy base state ends when the number of executions of the special symbol variation reaches 100 times. In other words, the number of time reductions (the upper limit execution number of the special symbol variation display in the high base state) is 100.

  Further, there are various symbols shown in FIG. 9 as jackpot symbols that can be won in the lottery of the second special symbol (special symbol 2). As shown in FIG. 9, in the present embodiment, the lottery shown in FIG. 2 is executed based on the detection of the game ball by the left second start port sensor 21a, and the game ball is detected by the right second start port sensor 21b. The jackpot symbol that can be won differs depending on the lottery of special figure 2 to be executed. Here, the lottery in FIG. 2 executed based on the detection of the game ball by the left second start port sensor 21a is called the lottery in FIG. 2-1, and the detection of the game ball by the right second start port sensor 21b. The lottery in FIG. 2 executed based on the above will be referred to as the lottery in FIG. 2-2. Thus, by providing the lottery of the special figure 2-1 and the lottery of the special figure 2-2 having different lottery contents, the effect of increasing the number of special symbols in a pseudo manner is exhibited. That is, the effect (increase effect of the lottery variation) that provides the special figure 3 in addition to the special figures 1 and 2 is exhibited in a pseudo manner.

  Specifically, in the special drawing 2-1 lottery, “Special figure 2_symbol C”, “Special figure 2_symbol D”, “Special figure 2_symbol E”, and “Special figure 2_symbol F” can be won. is there. Also, in the special drawing 2-2, “Special figure 2_symbol G”, “Special figure 2_symbol H”, “Special figure 2_symbol I”, and “Special figure 2_symbol J” can be won. As shown in FIG. 10, these jackpot symbols are different in the manner of stop display on the second special symbol display 41b. In FIG. 10, ■ indicates lighting and □ indicates light extinction.

  The opening pattern and the number of time reductions of the big winning opening 30 when winning each jackpot symbol are as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 9, the opening pattern and the number of time reductions of the special winning opening 30 are different depending on the type of winning jackpot symbol. Here, in the case of winning a jackpot in the special drawing 2-1 lottery, the number of rounds will be either 16R, 8R, or 6R, and the maximum opening time of the big prize opening 30 will be 29 seconds, 25 seconds, or It is either 20 seconds, and the number of time reductions is either 100 times, 50 times, or 0 times until the next time (10000 times in this embodiment). On the other hand, if the big win is won in the lottery of Special Figure 2-2, the number of rounds will be either 16R or 10R, and the maximum opening time of the big prize opening 30 will be either 29 seconds or 10 seconds Thus, the number of time reductions is either until the next time (10000 times in this embodiment) or 60 times. Thus, the lottery of special figure 2-1 and the lottery of special figure 2-2 differ in the types of jackpot symbols that can be won, and therefore the amount of privilege granted to a player by winning is also different. Yes.

  Note that “Special Figure 2_Symbol C” that can be won in the lottery of Special Figure 2-1 is a “probable big jackpot” that is controlled to a highly accurate and high base state after the jackpot game, and “Special Figure 2_Symbol D” and “Special Figure 2_Symbol E” is a “time / short jackpot (first short and long jackpot and 2nd jackpot)” that is controlled to a low-probability base state after the jackpot game, and “Special Figure 2_Symbol F” is a jackpot game This is a “normal jackpot” that is controlled to a low probability and low base state, which will be described later. The first hour / long jackpot is the hour / long jackpot when the hour / hour number is set to 100 times, and the second hour / day jackpot is the hour / hour jackpot when the hour / hour number is set to 50 times.

  In addition, “Special Figure 2_Symbol G” that can be won in the lottery of Special Figure 2-2 is “Probability Big Jack” that is controlled to a high-accuracy and high base state after the jackpot game, “Special Figure 2_Symbol H”, “Special figure 2_symbol I” and “special figure 2_symbol J” are “time-short jackpot (third time jackpot)” that is controlled to a low-accuracy base state after the jackpot game. The third hourly jackpot is a hourly jackpot when the hourly number of times is set to 60 times.

  In addition, the distribution ratio of each jackpot symbol is as shown in FIG. Further, as described above, each jackpot symbol has a unique stop display mode (pattern) (see FIG. 10), but “Special Figure 2_Design H”, “Special Figure 2_Design I”, and “Special Figure 2_” Both of the symbols “J” are symbols as “third time junior big hit”. In this sense, these symbols can also be expressed as “special drawing 2_short time symbol 3” having different stop display modes. When expressed in this way, the special symbol type matches the winning type.

  Here, in the present pachinko machine 1, the lottery for determining whether or not the jackpot is won is performed based on the “big hit random number”, and the lottery for the type of winning jackpot is performed based on the “hit type random number”. As shown in FIG. 11A, the jackpot random number takes a value in the range of 0 to 629. The hit type random number takes a value in the range of 0-9. Note that random numbers acquired based on winning at the first start port 20 include “reach random numbers” and “variation pattern random numbers” in addition to jackpot random numbers and hit type random numbers.

  The reach random number is a random number that determines whether or not a reach is generated in the effect design variation effect indicating the result when the result of the jackpot determination is out of place. Reach is a state in which there is only one effect symbol that is variably displayed among a plurality of effect symbols, and depending on which symbol the effect symbol that is variably displayed is stopped and displayed, It is a state (for example, a state of “7 ↓ 7”) that is a combination of the production symbols shown. It should be noted that the effect symbols that are stopped and displayed in the reach state may be displayed so as to be slightly shaken in the display screen 7a, or may be displayed so as to repeat the enlargement and reduction. This reach random number takes a value in the range of 0-126.

  The variation pattern random number is a random number for determining a variation pattern including a variation time. The fluctuation pattern random number takes a value in the range of 0 to 99. In addition, the random number acquired based on the passage to the gate 28 includes a normal symbol random number (per hit random number) shown in FIG. The normal symbol random number is a random number for a lottery (ordinary symbol lottery) for determining whether or not to perform an auxiliary game for opening the electric chew 22. Normal design random numbers take values in the range of 0-240.

4). Description of the gaming state Next, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment will be described. The special symbol display 41 and the normal symbol display 42 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 each have a probability variation function and a variation time shortening function. A state in which the probability variation function of the special symbol display 41 is activated is referred to as a “high probability state”, and a state in which it is not activated is referred to as a “normal probability state (non-high probability state)”. In the high probability state, the jackpot probability is higher than in the normal probability state. That is, the jackpot determination is performed using a jackpot determination table in which the value of the jackpot random number determined to be a jackpot is larger than the jackpot determination table used in the normal probability state (see FIG. 12A). That is, when the probability variation function of the special symbol display 41 is activated, the probability that the display result of the special symbol variable display by the special symbol display 41 (that is, the stop symbol) becomes a jackpot symbol compared to when the special symbol display 41 is not activated. Becomes higher.

  In addition, a state in which the function for reducing the variation time of the special symbol display 41 is in operation is referred to as “time-short state”, and a state in which the special symbol display 41 is not in operation is referred to as “non-time-short state”. In the short-time state, the variation time of the special symbol (the time from the start of variation display to the time when the display result is derived and displayed) is shorter than in the non-short-time state. That is, a variation pattern is determined using a variation pattern determination table (also referred to as a variation pattern determination table) that is determined such that a variation pattern with a short variation time is selected more frequently than in a non-temporal state (see FIG. 13). That is, when the function for shortening the variation time of the special symbol display device 41 is activated, it is easy to select a short variation time as the variation time of the variable symbol special display, compared to when the special symbol display 41 is not activated. As a result, in the short-time state, the special-patch holding pace is accelerated, and an effective winning (a winning that can be stored as a special-pending hold) at the starting port is likely to occur. Therefore, it is possible to aim for a big hit with smooth progress of the game.

  The probability variation function and the variation time shortening function of the special symbol display 41 may be activated at the same time, or only one of them may be activated. The probability variation function and the variation time shortening function of the normal symbol display 42 operate in synchronization with the variation time shortening function of the special symbol display 41. That is, the probability variation function and the variation time shortening function of the normal symbol display 42 operate in the time-short state and do not operate in the non-time-short state. Therefore, in the short time state, the winning probability in the normal symbol lottery is higher than in the non-short time state. In other words, a hit determination (ordinary symbol determination) is performed using a normal symbol per-decision table having more normal symbol random numbers (per hit random) determined to be hit than a normal symbol per-decision table used in a non-time-saving state ( (See FIG. 12C). That is, when the probability variation function of the normal symbol display 42 is activated, the probability that the display result of the variable symbol normal display by the normal symbol display 42 becomes the normal winning symbol is higher than when the normal symbol display 42 is not activated. .

  In the short time state, the normal symbol fluctuation time is shorter than in the non-short time state. In this embodiment, the variation time of the normal symbol is 30 seconds in the non-short-time state, but is 1 second in the short-time state (see FIG. 12D). Further, in the time-saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 22 in the auxiliary game is longer than that in the non-time-saving state (see FIG. 14). That is, the open time extension function of the electric chew 22 is activated. In addition, in the short time state, the number of times the electric chew 22 is opened in the auxiliary game is larger than in the non-short time state (see FIG. 14). That is, the function of increasing the number of times the electric chew 22 is opened is activated.

  In the situation where the probability variation function and the variation time shortening function of the normal symbol display 42 and the open time extension function and the number of times of opening increase function of the electric chew 22 are activated, compared to the case where these functions are not activated. Thus, the electric chew 22 is frequently opened, and game balls frequently win the second starting port 21. As a result, the base, which is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of shot balls, becomes high. Therefore, a state in which these functions are activated is referred to as a “high base state”, and a state in which these functions are not activated is referred to as a “low base state”. In the high base state, it is possible to aim for a big hit without greatly reducing the hand-held game balls. The high base state is a state in which so-called electric support control (control to support winning at the second starting port 21 by the electric chew 22) is executed. Therefore, the high base state is also referred to as an electric support control state or a ball entry easy state. On the other hand, the low base state is also referred to as a non-electric support control state or a non-ball entering easy state.

  In the high base state (electric support control state), not all the functions described above may operate. That is, the operation of one or more of the probability variation function of the normal symbol display 42, the variation time shortening function of the normal symbol display 42, the opening time extension function of the electric chew 22, and the opening frequency increasing function of the electric chew 22 Therefore, it is only necessary that the electric chew 22 be opened more easily than when the function is not activated. Further, the high base state (electric support control state) may be independently controlled without accompanying the time-short state.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the gaming state after the jackpot game based on the winning of “probability jackpot” (see FIG. 9) is a high probability state, a short time state, and a high base state. This gaming state is particularly referred to as a “highly accurate base state”. The high-accuracy base state is terminated when a special symbol variable display is executed a predetermined number of times (10000 times in this embodiment), or when the jackpot is won and the jackpot game is executed. In other words, in this embodiment, the high-accuracy and high-base state continues substantially until the next jackpot winning.

  In addition, the gaming state after the jackpot game based on the winning of “short-time jackpot” (see FIG. 9) is a normal probability state (a non-high probability state, that is, a low probability state), a short-time state and a high base state. This gaming state is particularly referred to as a “low-accuracy base state”. In the low-accuracy base state, a special symbol variable display is executed a predetermined number of times (in this embodiment, 100 times, 60 times, or 50 times), or the jackpot game is executed by winning the jackpot End with.

  When the pachinko gaming machine 1 is played for the first time, the gaming state after power-on is a normal probability state, a non-time-short state, and a low base state. This gaming state is particularly referred to as a “low probability low base state”. The low probability low base state may be referred to as a “normal game state”. The game state after the jackpot game based on the winning of the “normal jackpot” (see FIG. 9) is also this “normal game state”.

  In this embodiment, a state in which the jackpot game (special game) is being executed is referred to as a “jackpot game state (special game state)”.

5. Operation of Game Control Microcomputer 81 [Main Control Main Process] Next, the operation of the game control microcomputer 81 will be described with reference to FIGS. The counter, timer, flag, status, buffer, and the like that appear in the description of the operation of the game control microcomputer 81 are provided in the RAM 84. When the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, the game control microcomputer 81 provided on the main control board 80 reads and executes the main control main process program shown in FIG. As shown in the figure, in the main control main process, initial setting is first performed (step S001). In the initial setting, for example, stack setting, constant setting, interrupt time setting, CPU 82 setting, SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time) setting, resetting various flags, status, counter, etc. Etc. The initial value of the flag is “0”, that is, “OFF”, the initial value of the status is “1”, and the initial value of the counter is “0”. The initial setting (S001) is executed only once after the power is turned on, and is not executed thereafter.

  Following the initial setting (S001), interrupts are prohibited (S002), and the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003), the various random number counter values shown in FIG. When each random number counter value reaches the upper limit value, it returns to “0” and is added again. Note that the initial period value of each random number counter may be a value other than “0” or may be changed randomly. Each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated using a known random number generation circuit including a counter IC or the like.

  When the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) is completed, the interruption is permitted (S004). While the interrupt is permitted, the main timer interrupt process (S005) can be executed. The main timer interrupt process (S005) is executed based on an interrupt pulse that is repeatedly input to the CPU 82, for example, at a cycle of 4 msec. That is, for example, it is executed at a cycle of 4 msec. Various counters by normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) after main timer interrupt process (S005) is finished and until main timer interrupt process (S005) is started next time The value update process is repeatedly executed. When an interrupt pulse is input to the CPU 82 in the interrupt disabled state, the main timer interrupt process (S005) is not started immediately, but is started after the interrupt is enabled (S004).

  [Main-side timer interrupt processing] Next, the main-side timer interrupt processing (S005) will be described. As shown in FIG. 16, in the main timer interrupt process (S005), first, an output process (S101) is executed. In the output process (S101), commands set in the output buffer provided in the RAM 84 of the main control board 80 in each process described below are output to the sub control board 90, the payout control board 110, and the like.

  In the input process (S102) performed after the output process (S101), various sensors (a first start port sensor 20a, a second start port sensor 21c for winning count, a big winning port) mainly attached to the pachinko gaming machine 1 are used. The detection signals detected by the sensor 30a, the normal winning opening sensor 27a, etc. (see FIG. 6) are read, and the number corresponding to the type of winning opening (for example, 15 balls for the big winning opening, and the first starting opening 20). A prize ball command for designating that 3 balls, 2 balls for the second starting port 21 and 10 balls for the normal winning port 27) is set in the output buffer of the RAM 84. The prize ball command is transmitted to the payout control board (prize ball payout means) 110 in the output process (S101). Upon receiving the prize ball command, the payout control board 110 pays out the number of prize balls indicated by the prize ball command. In the input process (S102), a detection signal from the lower plate full switch for detecting the fullness of the lower plate 62 is also taken in and stored in the output buffer of the RAM 84 as lower plate full data.

  The normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) performed in the main control main process of FIG. That is, the update processing of various random number counter values (including the normal symbol random number counter value) shown in FIG. 11 includes the execution period of the main timer interrupt process (S005) and other periods (main timer interrupt process (S005 ) Until the next main timer interrupt process (S005) is started).

  Following normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing (S103), start port sensor detection processing (S104), normal operation processing (S105), special operation processing (S106), and reserved ball number processing (S108) described later are executed. To do. Thereafter, other processing (S109) is executed, and the main timer interrupt processing (S005) is terminated. As other processing (S109), the second special figure reservation indicator 43b is controlled in a display mode indicating the number based on the number of special figure 2 reserved balls described later, or based on the number of special figure 1 reserved balls described later. Then, the first special figure holding display 43a is controlled to display the number. Then, until the next interrupt pulse is input to the CPU 82, the processes of steps S002 to S004 of the main control main process are repeatedly executed (see FIG. 15). When the interrupt pulse is input (after about 4 msec), the main control again. Side timer interrupt processing (S005) is executed. In the output process (S101) of the main timer interrupt process (S005) executed again, the command set in the output buffer of the RAM 84 in the previous main timer interrupt process (S005) is output.

  [Starting Port Sensor Detection Process] As shown in FIG. 17, in the starting port sensor detection process (S104), first, whether or not a game ball has passed through the gate 28, that is, whether or not a game ball has been detected by the gate sensor 28a. (S201). If the game ball has not passed through the gate 28 (NO in S201), the process proceeds to step S205. If a game ball has passed (YES in S201), the number of normal symbol reservation balls (the number of normal symbol reservations, specifically, the value of the counter that counts the number of general symbol reservations provided in the RAM 84) is “4”. It is determined whether or not this is the case (S202). Then, if the number of normal symbol reserved balls is “4” or more (YES in S202), the process proceeds to step S205. On the other hand, if the number of normal symbol reserved balls is not “4” or more (NO in S202), “1” is added to the number of normal symbol reserved balls (S203), and the normal symbol random number acquisition process (S204) is performed. In the normal symbol random number acquisition process (S204), the value of the normal symbol random number counter (label-TRND-H value, FIG. 11B) is acquired, and the acquired random number value is stored in the general symbol hold storage unit 86 of the RAM 84. Store in the storage area according to the current number of normal symbol holding balls.

  In step S205, it is determined whether or not a game ball has won the first start port 20, that is, whether or not a game ball has been detected by the first start port sensor 20a (S205). If a game ball has not won at the first starting port 20 (NO at S205), the process proceeds to step S209. If a game ball has won at the first starting port 20 (YES at S205), FIG. Judgment whether or not the number of reserved balls (the number of first special figure hold, specifically the value of the counter for counting the number of first special figure hold provided in the RAM 84) has reached "4" (upper limit storage number) (S206). If the number of reserved balls in the special figure 1 has reached “4” (YES in S206), the process proceeds to step S209, but if the number of reserved balls in the special figure 1 is less than “4” (in S206). NO), “1” is added to the number of special figure 1 reserved balls (S207).

  Subsequently, special figure 1 related random number acquisition processing (S208) is performed. In the special figure 1 related random number acquisition process (S208), the value of the big hit random number counter (label-TRND-A value), the value of the hit type random number counter (label-TRND-AS value), the value of the reach random number counter (label) -TRND-RC value) and fluctuation pattern random number counter value (label -TRND-T1 value) (that is, the random value group shown in FIG. 11A is acquired) It stores in the storage area corresponding to the current number of reserved special figure 1 balls in the special figure storage unit 85a. In step S209, a second start port process is performed.

  [Second Start Port Process] As shown in FIG. 18, in the second start port process (S209), first, whether or not a game ball has won the second start port 21 and passed the first passing area 77, that is, It is determined whether or not a game ball is detected by the left second starting port sensor 21a (S301). If no game ball is detected by the left second starting port sensor 21a (NO in S301), the process proceeds to step S306, but if there is detection by the left second starting port sensor 21a (YES in S301), Whether the number of special figure 2 reserved balls (the number of second special figure reserved, specifically, the value of the counter for counting the number of second special figure reserved in the RAM 84) has reached "4" (upper limit memory number) It is determined whether or not (S302). If the number of reserved balls in Special Figure 2 has reached “4” (YES in S302), the process proceeds to step S306, but if the number of reserved balls in Special Figure 2 is less than “4” (S302 NO), 1 is added to the special figure 2 reserved ball number (S303).

  Subsequent to step S303, the game control microcomputer 81 performs special figure 2 related random number acquisition processing (S304). In the special figure 2 related random number acquisition process (S304), the jackpot random number counter value (label-TRND-A value), the hit type random number counter value (label-TRND-AS value), the reach random number counter value (label-TRND-) RC value) and fluctuation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1 value) are acquired (that is, the random value group shown in FIG. 11A is acquired), and these acquired random number values are stored in the second special figure hold memory. Stored in the storage area corresponding to the current number of reserved figure 2 reserved balls in the portion 85b. Further, the game control microcomputer 81 generates sensor discrimination information (for example, value “1”) indicating that the stored random number value is based on the detection of the game ball by the left second start port sensor 21a. Stored in the storage area (see FIGS. 8B and 8C) corresponding to the current number of reserved figure 2 reserved balls in the reserved storage unit 85b (S305).

  In step S306, the gaming control microcomputer 81 determines whether or not the gaming ball has won the second starting port 21 and passed through the second passage 78, that is, whether or not the gaming ball has been detected by the right second starting port sensor 21b. Judge whether or not. When the game ball is not detected by the second right start port sensor 21b (NO in S306), the process is finished. On the other hand, if there is detection by the right second start-up port sensor 21b (YES in S306), the processing of steps S307 to S310 is performed. Since the processing of steps S307 to S309 is the same as the processing of steps S302 to S304 described above, description thereof is omitted. In step S310, the game control microcomputer 81 obtains sensor discrimination information (for example, value “2”) indicating that the random number value stored in step S309 is based on the detection of the game ball by the right second start-up port sensor 21b. It stores in the storage area (refer to Drawing 8 (b) and (c)) according to the present number of special figure 2 reservation balls among the 2nd special figure reservation storage parts 85b.

  [Normal Operation Processing] The game control microcomputer 81 performs normal operation processing (S105) shown in FIG. 19 following the start port sensor detection processing (S104). In the normal operation process (S105), the process related to the normal symbol display 42 and the electric Chu 22 is divided into four stages, and “normal operation status 1, 2, 3, 4” is assigned to each of these stages. If the “normal operation status” is “1” (YES in S601), the normal symbol standby process (S602) is performed, and if the “normal operation status” is “2” (NO in S601). , YES in S603), normal symbol variation processing (S604) is performed, and when the “normal operation status” is “3” (both NO in S601 and S603, YES in S605), normal symbol confirmation processing (S606 When the “normal operation status” is “4” (NO in all of S601, S603, and S605), the normal electric accessory processing (S607) is performed. The normal operation status is “1” in the initial setting.

  [Normal Symbol Waiting Process] As shown in FIG. 20, in the normal symbol waiting process (S602), it is first determined whether or not the number of reserved balls of the normal symbol is “0” (S701). This process is finished. On the other hand, if it is not “0”, the normal symbol hit determination process described later is performed (S702).

  Subsequent to the normal symbol hit determination process (S702), the game control microcomputer 81 performs a normal symbol variation pattern selection process (S703). In the normal symbol variation pattern selection process, with reference to the ordinary symbol variation pattern selection table shown in FIG. 12 (D), if the gaming state is the short-time state, the ordinary symbol variation pattern with a 1 second variation time is selected. To do. On the other hand, if the gaming state is a non-time-short state, the normal symbol variation pattern with the normal symbol variation time of 30 seconds is selected. The symbols that are stopped and displayed (derived display) as a result of the normal symbol variable display (variable display) by the normal symbol display 42 are the normal winning symbols (“XX” when the result of the normal symbol lottery is “win”. ”, ○: lit, ●: off), and“ lost ”is a normal losing pattern (“ ● ○ ”).

  Subsequent to the normal symbol variation pattern selection processing (S703), the game control microcomputer 81 decrements the number of normal symbol reservation balls (S704). Then, the storage location (storage area) of each normal map storage in the general map storage unit 86 is shifted by one to the side read from the current position, and the memory corresponding to the fourth storage in the general map storage unit 86 is stored. The area (the storage area farthest from the read side) is cleared (S705). In this way, the usual figure hold is digested in the order of hold.

  Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 81 performs normal symbol variation start processing (S706). In the normal symbol variation start process, the normal symbol variation display is started with the normal symbol variation pattern selected in step S703, and the normal operation status is set to “2”. In the normal symbol variation start process, a normal symbol variation start command is set in order to notify the sub control board 90 of the start of variation of the normal symbol.

  [Normal Symbol Perception Determination Processing] As shown in FIG. 21, in the normal symbol per criterion determination processing (S702), first, a normal symbol random number counter value (label-TRND-H value) stored in the general symbol hold storage unit 86. Is read (S801). Next, the address of the normal symbol hit determination table (FIG. 12C) is set (S802). Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is ON (that is, whether or not the gaming state is a time reduction state) (S803). If it is in the short-time state, it is determined whether or not it is a hit based on the table for the short-time state (the hit determination values are “1” to “240”) in the normal symbol hit determination table shown in FIG. ). That is, it is determined whether or not the read normal symbol random number counter value (label-TRND-H) matches any of the hit determination values. On the other hand, if it is a non-short-time state, it is determined whether or not it is a hit based on a table for a non-time-short state (hit determination value is “240”) in the normal symbol hit determination table shown in FIG. (S805).

  If the result of the hit determination (S804, S805) is “win”, the normal hit flag is turned on (S806), and the normal figure stop symbol data (11H) corresponding to the normal hit symbol is provided in the RAM 84. This is set in the buffer (S807), and this process is completed. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination (S804, S805) is “losing”, the normal symbol stop symbol data (01H) corresponding to the normal loss symbol is set in the normal symbol buffer (S807), and this processing is performed. Finish.

  [Normal Symbol Fluctuation Processing] As shown in FIG. 22, in the normal symbol variation processing (S604), it is first determined whether or not the variation time of the normal symbol has passed (S1001). . On the other hand, if it has elapsed (YES in S1001), the normal symbol variation stop command is set (S1002), and the normal operation status is set to “3” (S1003). Then, after performing other processing such as stopping the normal symbol variation display with the display result (ordinary winning symbol or normal loss symbol) according to the determination result of the normal symbol random number (S1004), this processing is ended.

  [Normal Symbol Determination Process] As shown in FIG. 23, in the normal symbol determination process (S606), first, it is determined whether or not the normal symbol stop time (500 ms in this embodiment) has elapsed (S1101). Finish the process. On the other hand, if it has elapsed (YES in S1101), it is subsequently determined whether or not the normal hit flag is ON (S1102). If the normal hit flag is not ON (NO in S1102), the normal operation status is set to “1” (S1108), and this process is finished.

  On the other hand, if the normal hit flag is ON (YES in S1102), it is subsequently determined whether or not the time reduction flag is ON, that is, whether or not the time reduction state is in effect (S1103). If it is in the time-short state, the open pattern in the time-short state is set as the open pattern of the electric chew 22 (S1104). The open pattern in the short-time state is an open pattern in which the release for 2.0 seconds is repeated three times as shown in the electric chew release TBL2 in FIG. Accordingly, “3” is set in the electric chew release counter that counts the number of times the electric chew 22 is opened. The interval time between releases is 1 second.

  On the other hand, if it is in the non-time-short state (NO in S1103), the open pattern in the non-time-short state is set as the open pattern of the electric chew 22 (S1105). The open pattern in the non-time-short state is an open pattern in which an open for 0.2 seconds is performed once, as indicated by an electric chew release TBL1 in FIG. Accordingly, “1” is set in the electric chew release counter. Then, following the setting of the release pattern (S1104, S1105), the opening of the auxiliary game is started (S1106), the normal operation status is set to “4” (S1107), and this process ends.

  [Normal Electric Power Object Processing] As shown in FIG. 24, in the normal electric power object processing (S607), it is first determined whether or not the normal hit end flag is ON (S1201). The normal hit end flag is a flag indicating that the opening of the electric chew 22 has ended in the auxiliary game.

  If the normal hit end flag is not ON (NO in S1201), it is determined whether or not the second start port 21 is open (that is, whether or not the electric chew 22 is open) (S1202). If it is not open (NO in S1202), it is determined whether or not the time for opening the second starting port 21 has been reached, that is, the opening time in the auxiliary game (the interval time before opening) has elapsed. It is determined whether it has reached the time to start opening, or the interval time between opening has passed and the time to start the next opening has been reached (S1203). The second start port 21 is opened (S1204).

  On the other hand, if the second start port 21 is being opened (YES in S1202), it is determined whether or not the time for closing the second start port 21 has been reached (that is, a predetermined open time after the second start port 21 is opened). (S1205), if not reached, the process is terminated, and if reached, the second start port 21 is closed (closed) (S1206).

  Then, following the closing of the second starting port 21 (S1206), the value of the electric chew release counter is decremented by 1 (S1207), and it is determined whether or not the value of the electric chew open counter is “0” (S1208). If it is not “0” (NO in S1208), the process is finished as it is to open the electric chew 22 again. On the other hand, if it is “0” (YES in S1208), the ending of the auxiliary game is started to end the auxiliary game (S1209), the normal hit end flag is set (S1210), and this process is ended. The electric chew release counter is “0” when the electric chew 22 is opened (opening of the opening / closing member 23) three times during the time-shortening state, and the electric chew 22 is opened during the non-time-shorting state. Once done, it will be “0”.

  On the other hand, if the normal winning end flag is ON in step S1201 (YES in S1201), the opening operation of the electric chew 22 in the auxiliary game is all completed, and then the interval time after the closing in the auxiliary game is continued. It is determined whether or not (auxiliary game ending time) has elapsed (S1211). If it has not elapsed, this processing is finished. On the other hand, if it has elapsed (YES in S1211), the normal hit end flag is turned OFF (S1212), the normal hit flag is turned OFF (S1213), and the normal operation status is set to “1” (S1214). This process is finished. As a result, in the next main timer interrupt process (S005), the normal symbol standby process (S602) is executed again as the normal operation process (S105) (see FIG. 19).

  [Special Operation Processing] The game control microcomputer 81 performs the special operation processing (S106) after the normal operation processing (S105) (see FIG. 16). In the special operation process (S106), as shown in FIG. 25, the process related to the special symbol display 41 and the special winning device 31 is divided into four stages, and each of these stages includes “special operation status 1, 2, 3, 4”. Is assigned. If the “special operation status” is “1” (YES in S1301), a special symbol standby process (S1302) is performed. If the “special operation status” is “2” (NO in S1301) , S1303: YES), special symbol variation processing (S1304) is performed, and if the “special action status” is “3” (NO in S1301, S1303, YES in S1305), special symbol confirmation processing (S1306) When the “special operation status” is “4” (S1301, S1303, and S1305 are all NO), the special electric accessory processing (S1307) is performed. The special operation status is “1” by default.

  [Special Symbol Waiting Process] As shown in FIG. 26, in the special symbol waiting process (S1302), first, whether or not the number of reserved balls (that is, the number of reserved figure 2 reserved balls) at the second start port 21 is “0”. Is determined (S1401). Special Figure 2 If the number of reserved balls is “0” (YES in S1401), that is, if there is no memory of the random number counter value group acquired due to winning at the second start port 21, the first start It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls in the mouth 20 (that is, the number of reserved balls in Special Figure 1) is “0” (S1408). If the number of reserved balls in the special figure 1 is also “0” (YES in S1408), that is, if there is no storage of the random number counter value group acquired due to winning in the first starting port 20, it has already been It is determined whether or not the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 is set as a standby screen (a demo screen for waiting for customers) (S1415). If so (YES in S1415), the process ends. If not (S1415) NO), after waiting for elapse of a predetermined standby time, a customer standby command for displaying the standby screen is set (S1416).

  In step S1401, if the number of reserved balls in Special Figure 2 is not “0” (NO in S1401), that is, storing a random number counter value group acquired due to winning at the second starting port 21 (holding information in Special Figure 2) ), A special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1403) and a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1404) described later are performed. Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 81 decrements the special figure 2 reserved ball number by 1 (S1405). Then, the storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the second special figure storage unit 85b is shifted by one to the side read from the current position, and the fourth special figure storage unit 85b holds the fourth. The corresponding storage area (the storage area farthest from the read side) is cleared (S1406). In this way, the second special figure hold is digested in the order in which it was put on hold.

  Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 81 executes special figure 2 fluctuation start processing (S1407). In the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (S1407), the special operation status is set to "2" and the fluctuation start command is set to start the fluctuation display of the second special symbol. The fluctuation start command (also referred to as the special figure 2 fluctuation start command) set in the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (S1407) includes information on the fluctuation pattern set in the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1404) ( Information including variable time information).

  Also, if the figure 2 reserved ball number is “0” but the figure 1 reserved ball number is not “0” (YES in S1401 and NO in S1408), that is, there is no hold information of Special Figure 2, When there are one or more random number counter value groups (holding information shown in Fig. 1) acquired due to winning at one starting port 20, special Fig. 1 jackpot determination processing (S1410), which will be described later, FIG. 1 Fluctuation pattern selection processing (S1411) is performed. Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 81 decrements the special figure 1 reserved ball number by one (S1412). Then, the storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a is shifted by one to the side read from the current position, and the fourth hold in the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a. The storage area corresponding to (the storage area farthest from the read side) is cleared (S1413). In this way, the first special figure hold is digested in the order in which it was put on hold.

  Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 81 executes special figure 1 fluctuation start processing (S1414). In the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (S1414), the special operation status is set to "2" and the fluctuation start command is set to start the fluctuation display of the first special symbol. The fluctuation start command (also referred to as the special figure 1 fluctuation start command) set in the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (S1414) includes information on the fluctuation pattern set in the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1411) (S1411). Information including variable time information).

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the special symbol change display based on the first special figure hold is performed only when the second special figure hold is “0” (YES in S1401). That is, the digestion of the second special figure hold is executed in preference to the digestion of the first special figure hold.

  [Special figure 2 jackpot determination process (Special figure 1 jackpot determination process)] Special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1403) and special figure 1 jackpot determination process (S1410) are based on FIG. 27 because the processing flow is the same. It explains collectively. As shown in FIG. 27, in the special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1403) or the special figure 1 jackpot determination process (S1410), first, a jackpot random number counter value (label-TRND-A value) is read as a judgment value (S1501). ). More specifically, in the special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1403), it is stored in the first storage area of the second special figure reservation storage unit 85b of the RAM 84 (that is, the storage area corresponding to the first special figure reservation hold). Read the jackpot random number counter value. In the special figure 1 big hit determination process (S1410), the big hit stored in the first storage area of the first special figure holding storage unit 85a of the RAM 84 (that is, the first storage area corresponding to the first special figure holding). Read the random number counter value.

  Next, the address of the jackpot determination table (FIG. 12A) is set (S1502). Next, it is determined whether or not the probability variation flag is ON, that is, whether or not it is in a high probability state (S1503). If it is not a high probability state (NO in S1503), that is, if it is a normal probability state (non-high probability state), a table for non-high probability state (big hit determination) in the jackpot determination table (FIG. 12 (A)). Whether the value is a big hit is determined based on “628” and “629”) (S1504). On the other hand, if it is a high probability state (YES in S1503), is it a big hit based on the table for the high probability state (the jackpot determination values are “620” to “629”) in the jackpot determination table (FIG. 12A)? It is determined whether or not (S1505).

  If the result of the jackpot determination (S1504, S1505) is “big hit”, the jackpot flag is turned on (S1506), and a hit type determination process (S1507) described later is performed. Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 81 sets special figure stop symbol data (see FIG. 9) corresponding to the hit type in a special figure buffer provided in the RAM 84 (S1508), and proceeds to step S1509. On the other hand, if the result of the jackpot determination (S1504, S1505) is “lost”, the special figure stop symbol data (01H) corresponding to the lost symbol is set in the special symbol buffer (S1508), and the process proceeds to step S1509. In step S1509, a symbol designation command including information on the special symbol stop symbol data set in step S1508 is set in the output buffer of the RAM 84. The determination of success / failure based on the random number value acquired by entering the first starting port 20 is referred to as first determination of success / failure, and the determination of success / failure based on the random number value acquired by entering the second starting port 21 is performed. It is assumed that the second win / fail decision is made.

  [Hit Type Determination Processing] The hit type determination processing (S1507) in the special figure 2 big hit determination processing (S1403) will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 28, in the hit type determination process (S1507) in the special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1403), first, the sensor determination information (see FIG. 8C) is read (S1521) and is now executed. It is determined whether or not the big hit determination process is based on detection by the left second start port sensor 21a (S1522). If it is based on the detection by the left second starting port sensor 21a (YES in S1522), the winning type random number counter value (label-TRND-AS value) is read out and used for the left second starting port sensor shown in FIG. The win type is determined based on the win type determination table (corresponding to the first determination table) (S1523). In this case, one of the special figure 2_ symbols C to F is won.

  On the other hand, if it is based on the detection by the right second start-up port sensor 21b (NO in S1522), the winning type random number counter value (label-TRND-AS value) is read out and the right-side second counter shown in FIG. The hit type is determined based on the hit type determination table for the two start sensor (corresponding to the second determination table) (S1524). In this case, one of the special figures 2_designs G to J is won.

  In the hit type determination process (S1507) in the special figure 1 big hit determination process (S1410), the hit type random number counter value (label-TRND-AS value) is read without referring to the sensor determination information. The hit type is determined based on the hit type determination table for the first start port sensor shown in FIG. In this case, either the special figure 1_ symbol A or B is won.

  [Special Figure 2 Fluctuation Pattern Selection Process (Special Figure 1 Fluctuation Pattern Selection Process)] The special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1404) and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1411) have the same process flow. A description will be given based on FIGS. 29 and 30. As shown in FIG. 29 and FIG. 30, in the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1404) or the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1411), first, whether or not the gaming state is the short time state (whether or not the short time flag is ON) ) Is determined (S1601).

  If it is not the time saving state (NO in S1601), that is, if it is not the time saving state, it is subsequently determined whether or not the jackpot flag is ON (S1602). If it is ON (YES in S1602), the variation pattern random number counter value (label −) is referred to by referring to the non-temporal state medium jackpot table (the portion corresponding to the non-temporal state and jackpot in the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13). A variation pattern is selected based on (TRND-T1 value) (S1603).

  In step S1602, if the big hit flag is not ON (NO in S1602), it is determined whether or not the reach random number counter value (label-TRND-RC value) is a reach establishment random number value (S1604). As shown in FIG. 12B, the reach establishment random number value is “0” to “5” in the time reduction state, and “0” to “13” in the non-time reduction state. That is, the time-short state is less likely to reach when lost than the non-time-short state. This is in order to increase the speed of digestion of special figure hold by making more reachless loses with short fluctuation times in the short time state selected.

  When the reach random number counter value is a reach establishment random number value (YES in S1604), that is, when there is a reach loss, the reach loss table during the non-short-time state (non-short-time state among the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13) The variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value with reference to the portion corresponding to the loss with reach) (S1605).

  On the other hand, when the reach random number counter value is not the reach random number value (NO in S1604), that is, when there is no reach loss, the reachless loss table during the non-time-short state (the non-time-short among the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13). The variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value with reference to the state and the portion corresponding to the loss without reach (S1606). At the time of the loss without reach, a function of shortening and changing according to the number of reserved balls is activated. That is, when the number of reserved balls of the special symbol is “3” or “4”, a variation pattern with a short variation time is selected compared to when the number of reserved balls of the special symbol is “0” to “2”. It has come to be.

  If it is determined in step S1601 that the gaming state is the short-time state (YES in S1601), as shown in FIG. 30, the reference variation pattern determination table is the table in the short-time state (the variation pattern shown in FIG. 13). Processing (S1607 to S1611) is performed in the same flow as steps S1602 to S1606 except that the determination table is set to a portion corresponding to the short-time state. That is, if the jackpot flag is ON (YES in S1607), the variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value with reference to the short-time state mid-jacket table (the portion corresponding to the short-time state and jackpot in FIG. 13). (S1608).

  If the reach random number counter value is a reach establishment random number value (YES in S1609), the fluctuation pattern random number counter is referred to by referring to the loss table with reach during the short-time state (the portion corresponding to the short-time state and loss with reach in FIG. 13). A variation pattern is selected based on the value (S1610). If the reach random number counter value is not the reach establishment random number value (NO in S1609), the fluctuation pattern random number counter is referred to by referring to the reach-less loss table during the short-time state (the portion corresponding to the short-time state and no reach loss in FIG. 13). A variation pattern is selected based on the value (S1611).

  In the variation pattern determination table in the short-time state (the portion corresponding to the short-time state in the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13), the function of the shortening variation according to the number of held balls at the time of loss without reach is the number of held balls “ Works when 2 ”to“ 4 ”. That is, the shortening variation is more easily selected than in the non-time-short state. In addition, the probability that a variation pattern with a long variation time is selected when the jackpot is won is lower than that in the non-short-time state. That is, a variation pattern having a variation time shorter than that in the non-time-short state is easily selected. In other words, the variation pattern determination table in the short time state is a table in which the variation time of the special symbol is shorter than the variation pattern determination table in the non-short time state.

  After the variation pattern is selected as described above, the selected variation pattern is set as shown in FIG. 29 (S1612), and this process ends. The information on the variation pattern set in step S1612 is included in the variation start command set in step S1407 or S1414 in the special symbol standby process (S1302).

  Here, as shown in FIG. 13, if the variation pattern is determined, the variation time is also determined. In addition, when reaching reach, it is determined whether the reach is normal reach or super reach (SP reach) (see the column of effect contents in FIG. 13). The SP reach is a reach having a longer variation time after reach than normal reach. In this embodiment, the SP reach is executed progressively through the normal reach.

  In this embodiment, there are three types of SP reach: weak SP reach A, weak SP reach B, and strong SP reach (see the column of effect contents in FIG. 13). In addition, it is good also as a structure containing types other than these as a kind of SP reach. The above three types of SP reach have different jackpot expectations. Specifically, the jackpot expectation level increases in the order of weak SP reach A, weak SP reach B, and strong SP reach. That is, in this pachinko gaming machine 1, the distribution ratios of various variation patterns are set so that the jackpot expectation increases in the order of weak SP reach A, weak SP reach B, and strong SP reach.

  More specifically, the strong SP reach is most easily selected at the time of winning the big hit, the weak SP reach B is then easily selected, and then the weak SP reach A is easily selected. The rate at which normal reach is selected is the lowest. In contrast, normal reach is most easily selected at the time of a loss, then weak SP reach A is easily selected, and then weak SP reach B is easily selected. The rate at which strong SP reach is selected is the lowest.

  [Special Symbol Variation Processing] As shown in FIG. 31, in the special symbol variation processing (S1304), first, the special symbol variation time (variation time determined according to the variation pattern selected in step S1404 or S1411, FIG. 13). It is determined whether or not (see) has elapsed (S1701). If it has not elapsed (NO in S1701), this process is immediately terminated. Thereby, the variable display of the special symbol is continued.

  On the other hand, if the variation time has elapsed (YES in S1701), the variation stop command is set (S1702), and the special operation status is set to “3” (S1703). Then, after performing other processing such as stopping the special symbol variation display with the symbol (big hit symbol or lost symbol) corresponding to the set special symbol stop symbol data (S1704), this processing is ended.

  [Special Symbol Determination Process] As shown in FIG. 32, in the special symbol determination process (S1306), it is first determined whether or not the special symbol stop time (see FIG. 13) has elapsed (S1801). If it has not elapsed (NO in S1801), this process is immediately terminated. On the other hand, if the stop time has elapsed (YES in S1801), game state management processing described later is performed (S1802).

  Next, it is determined whether or not the jackpot flag is ON (S1803). If the jackpot flag is ON (YES in S1803), the special operation status is set to “4” (S1804). Then, the game control microcomputer 81 performs a game state reset process described later (S1805). Thereafter, in order to start the jackpot game, a jackpot opening command is set (S1806), and the opening of the jackpot game is started (S1807).

  Subsequent to step S1807, the game control microcomputer 81 sets an opening pattern (see FIG. 9 for details) corresponding to the winning jackpot type (ie, the special symbol type) (S1808). At this time, the value of the big prize opening counter that counts the number of times the big prize opening during the jackpot game is opened is set to a value corresponding to the type of the winning big prize.

  On the other hand, if the jackpot flag is not ON in step S1803 (NO in S1803), since the jackpot game is not started, the special operation status is set to “1” (S1809), and this processing is ended.

  [Game State Management Process] As shown in FIG. 33, in the game state management process (S1802), it is first determined whether or not the probability variation flag is ON (S2001). If it is ON, the special symbol executed during the high probability state is determined. The value of the probability variation counter that counts the number of fluctuations is decremented by 1 (S2002), it is determined whether the value of the probability variation counter is “0” (S2003), and if it is “0”, the probability variation flag is turned OFF ( S2004). If the determination result in step S2001 or S2003 is NO, the process proceeds to step S2005. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the value of the probability variation counter is set to “10000” when shifting to the high probability state. This point will be described later.

  Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is ON (S2005). If it is ON, the value of the time reduction counter that counts the number of special symbol changes executed during the time reduction state is decremented by 1 (S2006). It is determined whether or not the value of the counter is “0” (S2007). If it is “0”, the time reduction flag is turned off (S2008). If the determination result in step S2005 or S2007 is NO, the process proceeds to step S2009. In this pachinko gaming machine 1, the value of the hour / hour counter is set to “10000”, “100”, “60”, or “50” when shifting to the hour / hour state. This point will be described later.

  Thereafter, the gaming control microcomputer 81 sets a gaming state designation command including information on the current gaming state in the output buffer of the RAM 84 (S2009), and ends this process.

  [Game State Reset Process] As shown in FIG. 34, in the game state reset process (S1805), it is first determined whether or not the probability change flag is ON (S2101). If it is ON, the probability change flag is turned OFF (S2102). In addition, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is ON (S2103). If it is ON, the time reduction flag is turned OFF (S2104). In other words, during the execution of the jackpot game, the non-high probability state and the non-short-time state are controlled. In this embodiment, since the low base state is always in the non-time-short state, the low base state is also controlled during the execution of the big hit game. Note that the low base state in the present embodiment is a low base state in the sense that there is no support for winning by the electric chew 22, and does not take into account the base up based on the operation of the big winning device.

  [Special Electric Character Processing] As shown in FIG. 35, in the special electric character processing (S1307), it is first determined whether or not the big hit game end flag is ON (S2201). The jackpot game end flag is a flag indicating that the opening of the big winning device 31 is all ended in the currently executed jackpot game.

  If the big hit game end flag is not ON (NO in S2201), it is determined whether or not the big winning opening 30 is being opened (that is, whether or not the big winning device 31 is being opened) (S2202). If it is not open (NO in S2202), whether or not it has reached the time to open the big prize opening 30, that is, the time to start opening the big prize opening 30 after the opening time of the jackpot game has passed, Alternatively, it is determined whether or not the interval time between releases has passed and the time for starting the next release has been reached (S2203).

  If the decision result in the step S2203 is NO, the process is finished as it is. On the other hand, if the decision result in the step S2203 is YES, the special winning opening 30 is opened according to the set opening pattern (S2204).

  In the following step S2205, a round designation command transmission determination process is performed. In the round designation command transmission determination process (S2205), it is determined whether or not the big winning opening in step S2204 is the first release in one round game. A round designation command including information on the number of rounds is set in the output buffer of the RAM 84. It should be noted that in this embodiment, a plurality of big prize openings are not opened during one round game (see FIG. 9). Therefore, in this step S2205, a round designation command is always set.

  If the big prize opening 30 is being opened in step S2202 (YES in S2202), the number of winning prizes to the big prize opening 30 in the round game (unit open game) will be the prescribed maximum number of prizes (eight in this embodiment). It is determined whether or not it has been reached (S2206). If the specified number of winnings has not been reached (NO in S2206), whether or not the time for closing the big winning opening 30 has been reached (that is, a predetermined opening time (see FIG. 9) has elapsed since the opening of the big winning opening 30). Whether or not) is determined (S2207). If the opening time of the special winning opening 30 has not elapsed (NO in S2207), the present process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when the specified number of winnings has been reached (YES in S2206) or when the opening time of the big winning opening 30 has elapsed (YES in S2207), that is, one of the two opening end conditions is satisfied. If so, the special winning opening 30 is closed (blocked) (S2208). Then, the value of the special winning opening opening counter is decremented by 1 (S2209), and it is determined whether or not the value of the special winning opening opening counter is “0” (S2210). If it is not “0” (NO in S2210), the process is finished as it is to start the next release.

  On the other hand, if it is “0” (YES in S2210), a jackpot ending command is set to end the jackpot game (S2211), and the ending of the jackpot game is started (S2212). Then, the jackpot game end flag is set and the process ends (S2213).

  Also, if the jackpot game end flag is ON in step S2201 (YES in S2201), it is determined whether or not the ending time of the jackpot game has elapsed because all the opening of the jackpot 30 in the jackpot game has ended. If the ending time has not elapsed (NO in S2214), the process ends. On the other hand, if the ending time has elapsed (YES in S2214), the jackpot game end flag is turned off (S2215), and then a game state setting process (S2216) described later is performed to turn off the jackpot flag (S2217). Then, the special operation status is set to “1” and the process is terminated (S2218).

  [Game State Setting Process] As shown in FIG. 36, in the game state setting process (S2216), first, the type of jackpot (special symbol type) won this time is a probable jackpot (a jackpot that triggers control to a high probability state). , See FIG. 9) (S2301). The jackpot type won this time is determined based on the value of the special figure stop symbol data set in the special figure buffer. In step S2301, if the probability variation is a big hit (YES in S2301), the probability variation flag is turned on (S2302), and “10000” is set in the probability variation counter (S2303). If the value set in the probability variation counter is “10000”, it means that the high probability state continues until the next jackpot is won.

  In the present embodiment, control is always performed to the time-short state and the high base state in accordance with the control to the high probability state. Therefore, following step S2303, the game control microcomputer 81 turns on the time reduction flag (S2305), sets “10000” in the time reduction counter (S2306), and proceeds to step S2310. The value set to the time reduction counter (the number of time reductions) is “10000”, which means that the time reduction state and the high base state continue until the next jackpot is won. The number of time reductions is “the upper limit number of executions of variable symbol special display that can be continued to control the easy entry state”. The upper limit execution count is also simply referred to as the upper limit count.

  In step S2301, if it is not a probable big hit (NO in S2301), it is then determined whether or not it is a time and big hit (see FIG. 9) (S2307). If it is a time saving big hit (YES in S2307), the time reduction flag is turned ON (S2308), and the number of time savings (see FIG. 9) corresponding to the type of jackpot is set in the time reduction counter (S2309), and the process proceeds to step S2310. As a result, the gaming state after the current jackpot game becomes a non-high probability state, a short time state, and a high base state (that is, a low probability high base state). This low-accuracy base state is terminated when either a special symbol variable display for a set number of times is performed or the next jackpot is won.

  On the other hand, if it is not a time and big hit in step S2307, the process proceeds to step S2310 without turning on the probability variation flag or the time reduction flag. As a result, the gaming state after the current jackpot game becomes a non-high probability state, a non-time-short state, and a low base state (that is, a low probability low base state).

  In step S2310, the gaming control microcomputer 81 sets a gaming state designation command including information on the gaming state that has been set in the output buffer of the RAM 84. Then, the game state setting process ends. In this embodiment, the time-short state (high base state) in which the number of time reductions is set to “100” is referred to as “first time-short state (first high base state)”, and the time reduction number is set to “50” times. The short time state (high base state) is referred to as “second short time state (second high base state)”, and the short time state (high base state) in which the number of time reductions is set to “60” is referred to as “third time state”. It will be referred to as a “short-time state (third high base state)”. In other words, in this embodiment, there are a plurality of types of time-saving states with different times of times, in other words, there are a plurality of types of high-base states.

  [Holding Ball Number Processing] The game control microcomputer 81 performs the holding ball number processing (S108) following the special operation processing (S106). In the reserved ball number processing (S108), as shown in FIG. 37, first, the special figure 1 reserved ball number, the special figure 2 reserved ball number, and the normal symbol reserved ball number stored in the RAM 84 are read (S2801). Next, a reserved ball number command for notifying the number of held balls to the sub-control board 90 is set in the output buffer of the RAM 84 (S2802).

6). Operation of effect control microcomputer 91 [Sub-control main processing] Next, the operation of the effect control microcomputer 91 will be described with reference to FIGS. Note that the counter, timer, flag, status, buffer, and the like that appear in the explanation of the operation of the effect control microcomputer 91 are provided in the RAM 94. When the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, the effect control microcomputer 91 provided on the sub control board 90 reads out and executes the program of the sub control main process shown in FIG. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main process, first, a CPU initialization process is performed (S4001). In the CPU initialization process (S4001), stack setting, constant setting, CPU 92 setting, SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time) and the like are performed.

  Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the power-off signal is ON and the contents of the RAM 94 are normal (S4002). If the determination result is NO, the RAM 94 is initialized (S4003), and the process proceeds to step S4004. On the other hand, if the determination result is YES (YES in S4002), the process proceeds to step S4004 without initializing the RAM 94. That is, if the power-off signal is not ON, or if the contents of the RAM 94 are not normal even if the power-off signal is ON (NO in S4002), the RAM 94 is initialized. However, if the contents of the RAM 94 are maintained normally (YES in S4002), the RAM 94 is not initialized. If the RAM 94 is initialized, the values of various flags, statuses, counters, etc. are reset. Further, steps S4001 to S4003 are executed only once after the power is turned on, and are not executed thereafter.

  In step S4004, interrupts are prohibited. Next, random number seed update processing is executed (S4005). In the random number seed update process (S4005), the values of various effect determination random number counters are updated. The random number for determining the effect includes a random number for determining the effect symbol for determining the effect symbol, a random number for determining the variable effect pattern for determining the variable effect pattern, and a notification effect determining factor for determining various notice effects. There are random numbers. The random number update method may be the same as the random number update process performed by the main control board 80 described above. Random values may not be added one by one at the time of update, but may be added two by two. The same applies to the random number update process performed by the main control board 80 described above.

  When the random number seed update process (S4005) is completed, a command transmission process is executed (S4006). In the command transmission process, various commands stored in the output buffer in the RAM 94 of the sub control board 90 are transmitted to the image control board 100. The image control board 100 that has received the command uses the image display device 7 in accordance with the command to execute various effects (effect design variation effect, opening effect associated with the jackpot game, round effect, ending effect, etc.). The sub control board 90 outputs sound from the speaker 67 via the sound control board 106 or the panel lamp 5 and the frame lamp via the lamp control board 107 as various effects are executed by the image control board 100. 66 is caused to emit light, or the decorative movable body 15 is driven. Next, the production control microcomputer 91 permits interruption (S4007). Thereafter, steps S4004 to S4007 are looped. While interrupts are permitted, reception interrupt processing (S4008), 1 ms timer interrupt processing (S4009), and 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4010) can be executed.

  [Reception Interrupt Processing] In the reception interrupt processing (S4008), as shown in FIG. 39, whether or not the strobe signal (STB signal) is ON, that is, the strobe signal sent from the main control board 80 is determined by the effect control microcomputer 91. It is determined whether or not an input has been made to the external INT input unit (S4101). If the strobe signal is not ON, the processing is terminated, and if it is ON, various commands transmitted from the main control board 80 are stored in the reception buffer of the RAM 94 (S4102). This reception interrupt process is a process executed in preference to other interrupt processes (S4009, S4010).

  [1 ms Timer Interrupt Process] The 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4009) is executed each time an interrupt pulse with a 1 msec cycle is input to the sub-control board 90. As shown in FIG. 40, in the 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4009), first, an input process (S4201) is performed. In the input process (S4201), switch data (edge data and level data) is created based on the detection signal from the effect button detection switch 63a (see FIG. 7).

  Subsequently, lamp data output processing (S4202) is performed. In the lamp data output process (S4202), the lamp data created in the other process (S4304) in the 10 ms timer interrupt process (to be described later) is sent to the lamp control board 107 in order to cause the panel lamp 5 and the frame lamp 66 to emit light at a timing suitable for the production. Output. That is, the panel lamp 5 and the frame lamp 66 are made to emit light in a predetermined light emission mode according to the lamp data.

  Next, drive control processing (S4203) is performed. In the drive control process (S4203), drive data (data for driving the decorative movable body 15) is created or output so as to drive the decorative movable body 15 at a timing that matches the effect. That is, the decorative movable body 15 is driven in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data.

  Then, the watchdog timer process (S4204) for setting the reset of the watchdog timer is performed, and this process is finished.

  [10 ms Timer Interrupt Processing] The 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4010) is executed every time an interrupt pulse with a 10 msec cycle is input to the sub-control board 90. As shown in FIG. 41, in the 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4010), first, a received command analysis process to be described later is performed (S4301). Next, switch state acquisition processing is performed in which the switch data created in the 1 ms timer interrupt processing is stored in the RAM 94 as switch data for 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4302). Subsequently, a switch process for setting the display contents of the display screen 7a based on the switch data stored in the switch state acquisition process is performed (S4303).

  Thereafter, the production control microcomputer 91 creates lamp data (data for controlling lighting of the panel lamp 5 and the frame lamp 66), and creates voice data (data for controlling output of voice from the speaker 67) and voice. Other processing such as outputting to the control board 106 and updating various effect determination random numbers is executed (S4304).

  [Reception Command Analysis Processing] As shown in FIG. 42, in the reception command analysis processing (S4301), the effect control microcomputer 91 first determines whether or not a symbol designation command has been received from the main control board 80 (S4401). If it has been received, the effect symbol selection process is performed (S4402). In the effect symbol selection process (S4402), based on the information of the special symbol stop symbol data indicated by the symbol designation command, the combination of the effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R (see FIG. 2) to be finally stopped and displayed by the variable effect. decide. Note that the information of the special figure stop symbol data acquired here can be used as appropriate in each process described later.

  Specifically, for example, if the special symbol type is “special symbol 2_symbol F” (usually jackpot symbol, refer to FIG. 9), “2”, “4” as combinations of effect symbols 8L, 8C, 8R , “6” or “8” is selected. In addition, if the special symbol type is “Special Figure 1_B”, “Special Figure 2_D”, “Special Figure 2_D”, etc. (see FIG. 9), the effect symbols 8L and 8C , 8R is selected as a combination of “1”, “2”, “4”, “5”, “6”, “8” or “9”. Further, if the special symbol type is a symbol of probability variation jackpot (see FIG. 9) such as “special symbol 1_symbol A” or “special symbol 2_symbol C” (see FIG. 9), the combination of the effect symbols 8L, 8C, 8R is “1”. ”,“ 3 ”,“ 5 ”,“ 7 ”or“ 9 ”. Further, if the special symbol type is not any of the above “big hit symbols” but “losing symbol”, the combination of the directing symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R, and in the case of reaching loss, In the case of a lossless reach, select a break such as “635”. Note that a random number for determining the effect symbol is used for determining the effect symbol.

  As described above, in this embodiment, an odd number of effect symbols is selected when winning a time jackpot or a probable bonus, and is not selected when winning a normal jackpot. Odd effect symbols are referred to as specific effect symbols, and even effect symbols are referred to as non-specific effect symbols. When the jackpot winning is notified by the specific effect design (see FIGS. 46A and 46B), the player controls to the low probability high base state or the high probability high base state after the jackpot game is finished. Can be recognized.

  The production symbol “3” or “7” is selected only when the winning combination is won. The effect symbol “3” or “7” is referred to as a special specific effect symbol. When the jackpot winning is notified with the special specific effect design, the player can recognize that the jackpot game is controlled to the high-accuracy base state after the jackpot game ends. It should be noted that it is possible to appropriately change what display style of the effect design is adopted as the special specific effect design, the specific effect design, and the non-specific effect design.

  Returning to FIG. 42, in the reception command analysis process (S4301), the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not a variation start command has been received from the main control board 80 following step S4402 (S4403) and has received it. For example, a variation effect start process described later is performed (S4404). Next, it is determined whether or not a variation stop command has been received from the main control board 80 (S4405). If it has been received, a variation effect end process described later is performed (S4406).

  Subsequently, it is determined whether or not an opening command has been received from the main control board 80 (S4407). If received, an opening effect selection process is performed (S4408). In the opening effect selection process (S4408), the opening command is analyzed, and an opening effect pattern (content) to be executed at the opening of the jackpot game is selected. Then, an opening effect start command for starting the opening effect with the selected opening effect pattern is set in the output buffer of the RAM 94.

  When the opening effect start command is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006), the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 reads a predetermined effect image from the ROM 103 and displays it on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7. Opening performance.

  Specifically, for example, the opening effect of a normal jackpot (see FIG. 9) is an effect of displaying an image of “N (normal) bonus” on the display screen 7a as shown in FIG. This suggests that the player usually executes a jackpot game as a jackpot. Further, the opening effect of the time bonus (for example, the third time bonus, see FIG. 9) is an effect of displaying an image of “SP (special) bonus” on the display screen 7a as shown in FIG. Thereby, it is suggested that a big hit game as a time and big hit is executed for the player.

  Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not a round designation command is received from the main control board 80 (S4409), and if received, performs a round effect selection process (S4410). In the round effect selection process (S4410), the round designation command is analyzed, and the pattern (contents) of the round effect to be executed during the round game of the jackpot game is selected. Then, a round effect start command for starting the round effect with the selected round effect pattern is set in the output buffer of the RAM 94.

  When the round effect start command is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006), the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 reads a predetermined effect image from the ROM 103 and displays it on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7. Perform a round production.

  Specifically, for example, the round effect of the normal jackpot (see FIG. 9) is an effect of displaying an image of the defeat battle effect on the display screen 7a as shown in FIG. 46 (i). This suggests that the player is controlled to a low base state after the big hit game. Note that the battle effect is an effect in which, for example, a teammate character battles with an enemy character to determine victory or defeat. Further, the round effect of the time bonus (for example, the third time bonus, see FIG. 9) is an effect of displaying an image of the victory battle effect on the display screen 7a as shown in FIG. This suggests to the player that the jackpot game is controlled to a high base state.

  Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether an ending command has been received from the main control board 80 (S4411), and if received, performs an ending effect selection process (S4412). In the ending effect selection process (S4412), an ending effect pattern (content) to be executed at the time of ending the jackpot game is selected. Then, an ending effect start command for starting the ending effect with the selected ending effect pattern is set in the output buffer of the RAM 94.

  When the ending effect start command is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006), the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 reads a predetermined effect image from the ROM 103 and displays it on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7. Ending production.

  Specifically, for example, the normal jackpot (see FIG. 9) ending effect is an effect of displaying an image of “See you!” On the display screen 7a as shown in FIG. 46 (j). This suggests that the player is controlled to a low probability and low base state after the big hit game. In addition, the ending effect of the time bonus (for example, the third time bonus, see FIG. 9) is an effect of displaying an image of “A mode rush!” On the display screen 7a as shown in FIG. Thereby, it is suggested to the player that the jackpot game is controlled to the low probability and high base state. Although not shown, the ending effect of the probability variation jackpot (see FIG. 9) is an effect of displaying an image of “B mode entry!” On the display screen 7a. Thereby, it is suggested to the player that the jackpot game is controlled to a highly accurate and high base state.

  Note that the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment can execute various promotion effects (promotions 1 to 4) as shown by broken arrows in FIG. That is, for example, even in the case of winning the third short time big hit (see FIG. 9), the effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R are temporarily stopped (swinged) with a “6” double-turned in the variation effect ( After that, a fixed stop display may be made at the fifth “5” (see FIG. 46B, promotion 1).

  In addition, after the final stop display is made at the “6” side (see FIG. 46G), an image of “SP bonus” may be displayed as an opening effect (see FIG. 46C, promotion 2). In addition, after displaying an image of “N bonus” as an opening effect (see FIG. 46 (h)), a battle effect of battle victory may be displayed as a round effect (see FIG. 46 (d), promotion 3). In addition, after displaying the battle defeat battle effect as a round effect (see FIG. 46 (i)), an image of “A mode rush!” May be displayed as an ending effect (see FIG. 46 (e), promotion 4). ). According to these performance developments (promotional development developments), the player initially thinks that the winning is based on the detection by the second left-side start sensor 21a (usually winning the jackpot). In addition, it is possible to give a surprise that the winning is based on the detection by the right second start-up sensor 21b (winning to the third junior college jackpot), and it is possible to enhance the game entertainment.

  Returning to FIG. 42, subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 91 performs other processing (S4413). In other processing (S4413), processing based on received commands other than the above-described commands (for example, a normal symbol variation start command, a normal symbol variation stop command, a gaming state designation command, a reserved ball number command, etc.) is performed. Then, the received command analysis process ends.

  [Variation Effect Start Process] As shown in FIG. 43, in the change effect start process (S4404), the effect control microcomputer 91 first analyzes a change start command (S5001). The variation start command includes variation pattern information.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 91 refers to the current mode status (S5002). The mode status is for determining an effect mode to be executed. Here, the effect mode is an aspect of the effect in the image display device 7. When the effect mode is different, the image displayed on the image display device 7 is different, such as the characters and items that appear, and the background image is different. The variation effect is also executed in a manner corresponding to the effect mode.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 45, the mode status takes values from “1” to “3”, and each value is assigned to the rendering modes N, A, and B. The effect mode N is an effect mode that is executed when the low base state is controlled. The effect mode A is an effect mode that is executed when the low-accuracy base state is controlled. The effect mode B is an effect mode that is executed when the high-accuracy and high-base state is controlled. Accordingly, by confirming whether the effect mode is N, A, or B, the player can grasp the current gaming state.

  Returning to FIG. 43, in the variation effect start processing (S4404), the effect control microcomputer 91 selects the variation effect pattern (S5003) following the mode status reference (S5002). Specifically, the random number for determining the changing effect pattern is acquired, and the value of the mode status is selected from a plurality of tables classified according to the type of the effect mode and the type of the change pattern (P1 in FIG. 13). A variation effect pattern is selected by selecting one table based on the analysis result of the variation start command and determining the obtained random effect pattern determination random number using the selected table. Thereby, for example, details of the effect symbol variation effect including details of the type of SP reach (for example, which of a plurality of reach effects are performed as the weak SP reach A) is determined. In other words, once the variation production pattern is determined, the production symbol variation production time, the production symbol variation display mode, the presence / absence of reach production, the contents of reach production, the presence / absence of production button production (SW production), the contents of production button production, production development The details of the content of the effect design variation effect comprising the configuration, the type of effect design background, and the like are determined.

  Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 91 selects a notice effect (S5004). Specifically, a random number for determining the announcement effect is obtained, and one table is selected from a plurality of tables classified according to the type of special symbol and the presence or absence of reach based on the analysis result of the change start command. The notice effect is selected by selecting and using the selected table to determine the acquired notice effect random number. Thereby, the contents of the notice effects such as so-called step-up notice effects and chance-up notice effects are determined.

  As an example of the notice effect, the notice in the golden frame indicating that the degree of expectation for the jackpot winning (hereinafter referred to as “winning expectation”) is high, in the green frame indicating that the degree of expectation is medium A serif notice, a serif notice in a blue frame indicating that the expected degree of winning is lower than these, and the like. In other words, the notice effect is an effect that indicates the expected winning degree to the player before the final winning notification by the effect symbols 8L, 8C, 8R. Each reach production such as the weak SP reach A, the weak SP reach B, and the strong SP reach described above indicates the winning expectation degree to the player before the final winning notification by the production symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R. Production.

  Subsequent to step S5004, the effect control microcomputer 91 starts the effect design variation effect in the effect design selected in step S4402, the variation effect pattern selected in step S5003, and the notice effect selected in step S5004. An effect start command is set in the output buffer of the RAM 94 (S5005), and the variation effect start process is terminated. When the variable effect start command set in step S5005 is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006), the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 reads a predetermined effect image from the ROM 103, and displays the image display device. 7 is performed on the display screen 7a (see FIG. 46 (a) or (f)).

  [Variation Effect End Process] As shown in FIG. 44, in the change effect end process (S4406), the effect control microcomputer 91 first analyzes the change stop command (S5101) and refers to the mode status (S5102). Next, it is determined whether or not the result of the variation display of the special symbol whose variation is to be stopped is a big hit, that is, the symbol as a result of the big hit determination process is confirmed (S5103). (S5104) is performed, and the process proceeds to step S5109.

  In the mode status change process (S5104), if the result of the change display of the special symbol whose change is to be stopped is the normal jackpot (see FIG. 9), the mode status is “1” (the mode corresponding to the rendering mode N). Status) (see FIG. 45). Further, if it is a time bonus (see FIG. 9), the mode status is set to “2” (mode status corresponding to the rendering mode A) (see FIG. 45). If it is a probable big hit (see FIG. 9), the mode status is set to “3” (mode status corresponding to the rendering mode B) (see FIG. 45). The initial value of the mode status is “1” (mode status corresponding to the rendering mode N). By such a change of the mode status, the effect mode in the effect symbol variation effect executed in parallel with the next special symbol variation display is changed to the effect mode corresponding to the changed mode status.

  Further, in the mode status change process (S5104), an upper limit is set to the value M of the effect mode counter corresponding to the changed effect mode in order to set an upper limit for the number of times of special symbol change display in the effect mode after the change. . Specifically, when changing to the effect mode A, one of “100”, “50”, and “60” is set to the value Ma of the effect mode counter (see FIG. 45). Also, when changing to the effect mode B, “10000” is set to the value Mb of the effect mode counter (see FIG. 45). In the effect mode N, there is no upper limit to the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the effect mode (see FIG. 45).

  Returning to FIG. 44, if NO in step S5103, then the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not the mode status is “1”, that is, whether or not the effect mode is N (S5105). If the mode status is “1”, the process proceeds to step S5109. On the other hand, if the mode status is not “1”, the value M (Ma or Mb) of the effect mode counter corresponding to the current effect mode is decremented by 1 (S5106), and the value M must be “0”. If (NO in S5107), the process proceeds to step S5109. On the other hand, if it becomes “0” (YES in S5107), the mode status is set to “1” in order to return to the production mode N (S5108), and the process proceeds to step S5109. In step S5109, the effect control microcomputer 91 sets a change effect end command to end the change effect in the output buffer of the RAM 94.

  When the change effect end command set in step S5109 is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006), the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 ends the change effect. As a result, the effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R that have been variably displayed on the display screen 7a (for example, displayed so as to swing up and down) are definitely stopped and displayed (the display is stopped without shaking). (See FIG. 46 (b) or (g)).

7). Advantages of the present embodiment As described in detail above, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, a game ball that has won the second starting port 21 passes through the first passage 76 and is detected by the left second starting port sensor 21a. The type of jackpot symbol that can be displayed on the second special symbol display 41b is different between the case where it is detected and the case where it is detected by the right second start port sensor 21b after passing through the second passage 78 (FIG. 9). reference). Then, when the jackpot symbol (special symbol of the specific display mode) is displayed on the second special symbol display 41b, the jackpot game is executed. Depending on the type of the jackpot symbol, the jackpot 30 in the jackpot game is executed. The opening pattern will be different. Specifically, in this embodiment, the number of rounds and the maximum opening time in the jackpot game are different (see FIG. 9). Therefore, the number of game balls that can be won during the jackpot game (that is, the number of winning balls that can be acquired) changes. Therefore, it is possible to turn the player's attention to which of the left second start port sensor 21a and the right second start port sensor 21b is detected when the game ball won in the second start port 21 is detected. As a result, it is possible to enhance the game entertainment after winning the second start opening 21.

  In addition, by providing multiple opening patterns with different numbers of winning balls that can be expected in this way, to enhance the sense of excitement when winning a jackpot symbol that triggers the execution of a jackpot game with a large number of winning patterns It has become possible, and it has become possible to enhance the entertainment interest of the game. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a larger number of winnings can be expected as the number of times the large winning opening 30 is opened in one jackpot game, and a larger number of winnings can be expected as the maximum opening time per opening is longer.

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, since the types of jackpot symbols that can be determined differ between the detection by the left second start port sensor 21a and the detection by the right second start port sensor 21b, the number of special symbol displays 41 is increased. It is possible to feel as if a lottery of a special symbol (a lottery with different contents) is made pseudo. Therefore, it is possible to diversify the lottery variations and improve the game entertainment.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the game settings after the end of the jackpot game differ depending on the type of the jackpot symbol. If the game setting after the jackpot game is changed, the gameability after the jackpot game is changed. This also makes it possible for the player to pay attention to which of the left second start port sensor 21a and the right second start port sensor 21b the game ball that has won the second start port 21 is detected. ing. Specifically, in the present embodiment, the upper limit number of times (number of time reductions) of the special symbol variation display in the high base state differs depending on the type of jackpot symbol (see FIG. 9). Therefore, it is possible to give an interest in how many times the time is set when controlling to the high base state, and to further increase the player's interest in the whereabouts of the game ball won in the second starting port 21. Is possible.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, since it is not easy to win the second starting port 21 in the low base state, the left-handed game is aimed at winning the first starting port 20, and the high In the base state, winning at the second start port 21 is easy, so a game is played by hitting the second start port 21 to the right. Therefore, a game that pays attention to which of the first passage 76 and the second passage 78 passes is frequently performed mainly during the high base state. Therefore, it is possible to intensively enhance the gaming interest in the high base state.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the display symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R that are easier to recognize than the special symbols displayed on the first special symbol display 41a and the second special symbol display 41b are displayed on the image display device 7. To do. Therefore, it is possible to attract attention to the production symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R, and it is possible to improve the game entertainment by the production.

8). Other Embodiments Hereinafter, embodiments (other embodiments) other than the first embodiment will be described. In addition, in description of other embodiment, about the structure similar to the pachinko gaming machine 1 of said 1st form, the same code | symbol as 1st form is attached | subjected and description is abbreviate | omitted.

<Second form>
As shown in FIG. 47, the pachinko gaming machine of the second form is configured to be able to win a small hit in the lottery shown in FIG. The determination of whether or not the jackpot is successful is performed based on a jackpot random number. The determination value for winning a small hit is, for example, a big hit random value “0” to “50”. The execution timing of the jackpot success / failure determination is a timing at which it is determined that the jackpot winning / not-winning determination (step S1504 or S1505 in FIG. 27) is not a big hit.

  In the second mode, the types of small winning symbols (an example of symbols in the specific display mode) that can be won are changed between the lottery shown in Fig. 2-1 and the lottery shown in Fig. 2-2. The small winning symbol is a special symbol that is selected at the time of winning the small winning symbol. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 47, in the special drawing 2-1 lottery, “Special figure 2_symbol a”, “Special figure 2_symbol b”, and “Special figure 2_symbol c” can be won. On the other hand, in the lottery of the special figure 2-2, “Special figure 2_symbol d”, “Special figure 2_symbol e”, and “Special figure 2_symbol f” can be won.

  At the time of winning a small winning game, a small winning game (an example of a special game) is performed in which the big winning opening 30 is opened over an opening time corresponding to the type of the small winning symbol. In this embodiment, the number of times of opening of the big winning opening 30 in the small hit game is one. In addition, it is good also as a structure which opens the big prize opening 30 in multiple times in a small hit game. Specifically, in this embodiment, when “Special Figure 2_Design a” (first small hit) is won, the big prize opening 30 is opened for 1.6 seconds, and “Special Figure 2_Design b” (second small hit) is reached. When winning, the special winning opening 30 is opened for 1.0 second, and when winning “Special Figure 2_symbol c” (third small hit), the special winning opening 30 is opened for 0.2 seconds. In addition, if one of the “special figure 2_symbol d”, “special figure 2_symbol e”, or “special figure 2_symbol f” is won (the third small hit), the special winning opening 30 is opened for 0.8 seconds. The

  The gaming state in which the small hit game is being executed is referred to as a small hit gaming state (an example of a special gaming state). In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 81 turns on the small hit flag after the determination of the small hit win, and if the small hit flag is ON in the special symbol determination process (see step S1306, FIG. 32), the small hit game In other words, the special electric accessory process (step S1307, see FIG. 35) is performed as a small hit game.

  In this way, in the lottery of Fig. 2-1 (lottery based on detection by the left second starting port sensor 21a) and lottery of Fig. 2-2 (lottery based on detection by the right second starting port sensor 21b), By changing the types of small winning symbols that can be won, it becomes possible to direct the player's interest to which sensor the game ball that has entered the second start port 21 is detected, and to improve the gaming interest Is possible.

<Third form>
As shown in FIG. 48, the pachinko gaming machine of the third form is based on a special figure variation pattern determination table that is different between when detected by the left second starting port sensor 21a and when detected by the right second starting port sensor 21b. Thus, the variation pattern is selected. In this third embodiment, a normal variation pattern determination table (similar to the variation pattern determination table (FIG. 13) of the first embodiment (when detected by the first start port sensor 20a and when detected by the left second start port sensor 21a). 48) (see the column common to the first start port sensor / left second start port sensor in FIG. 48), and at the time of detection by the right second start port sensor 21b, a special variation pattern determination table (right side second start in FIG. 48). (See column of mouth sensor). When this special variation pattern determination table is used, a variation pattern for performing a reach effect such as special strong SP reach, weak SP reach X, or weak SP reach Y can be selected. These reach effects are reach effects that cannot be selected when detected by the first start port sensor 20a or the left second start port sensor 21a, and are different from the strong SP reach, weak SP reach A, and weak SP reach B. Is displayed on the display screen 7a.

  In the gaming machine of the third embodiment, first, in the special figure 2 variation pattern selection process (step S1404, see FIG. 29), the sensor discrimination information is referred to. Then, if the process is based on the detection by the right second start port sensor 21b, the change pattern is selected based on a special change pattern determination table (see the right second start port sensor column in FIG. 48). On the other hand, if the processing is based on detection by the left second starting port sensor 21a, it is based on a normal fluctuation pattern determination table (see the common column of the first starting port sensor / left second starting port sensor in FIG. 48). To select the variation pattern.

  According to this third aspect of the gaming machine, whether the game ball is detected by the left second start port sensor 21a or the right second start port sensor 21b when winning the second start port 21 The selected variation pattern is different. As a result, the contents of the variation effect to be executed are also different. Therefore, it becomes possible to direct the player's interest to which sensor the game ball that has entered the second start port 21 is detected, and it is possible to improve the game entertainment.

  It should be noted that in the case where different special figure variation pattern determination tables are used for the detection by the left second start port sensor 21a and the detection by the right second start port sensor 21b, a common variation pattern is selected in both cases. However, the selection rate (distribution rate) may be different. In addition, instead of changing the type of reach production, for example, the so-called “pseudo-run” may be executed differently.

<4th form>
The pachinko gaming machine of the fourth form performs the distribution of game balls to the first passage or the second passage in the electric chew using an electric movable member (distribution member). Specifically, the pachinko gaming machine of the fourth form includes a second start winning device (electric Chu) 22A shown in FIG. The electric Chu 22A includes a second start port 21A, a common path 75A through which game balls that have passed through the second start port 21A pass, and a first path 76A and a second path 78A that branch from the common path 75A. . The second start port 21A is opened and closed by an opening / closing member 23A. The opening / closing member 23A is driven by an electric chew solenoid 24 (see FIG. 6).

  A first passage area 77A is formed in the first passage 76A, and a left-side second starting port sensor 21a is arranged in the first passage area 77A. A second passage area 79A is formed in the second passage 78A, and the second right start port sensor 21b is arranged in the second passage area 79A. A movable member 68 is disposed at a branch portion 75Aa between the common path 75A, the first path 76A, and the second path 78A. The movable member 68 is driven by a movable member solenoid (not shown). The movable member solenoid is connected to the main control board 80 and is controlled by the game control microcomputer 81.

  As shown in FIG. 49A, the movable member 68 is in a first state in which game balls are distributed to the first passage region 77A when the movable member solenoid is not energized. When the movable member 68 is in the first state, the game ball won in the second starting port 21A passes through the first passage area 77A. Further, as shown in FIG. 49B, the movable member 68 is in a second state in which the game balls are distributed to the second passage area 79A when the movable member solenoid is energized. When the movable member 68 is in the second state, the game ball won in the second starting port 21A passes through the second passage area 79A.

  The common path 75A is provided with a winning count second start port sensor 21c. The counting of the total number of winning balls to the second starting port 21A and the payout of the winning ball based on the winning to the second starting port 21A in one auxiliary game are performed by the second starting port sensor 21c for winning count. This is done based on the detection of the sphere. As described above, the second start port sensor 21c for winning count is provided separately from the left second start port sensor 21a and the right second start port sensor 21b, thereby exceeding the upper limit number of winnings in one auxiliary game. 2 It is possible to reduce the possibility of a game ball winning in the starting port 21A. In addition, the upper limit winning number in one auxiliary game is set to nine, for example.

  Next, jackpot type and gaming state in the fourth embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in the hit type determination table of FIG. 50, in the pachinko gaming machine of the fourth form, there are three types of time-short state: time-short state A, time-short state B, and time-short state C. In other words, there are three types of high base states: high base state A, high base state B, and high base state C. If "Special Figure 2_Design E" or "Special Figure 2_Design H" is won, it will be controlled to the short-time state B (high base state B) after the big hit game, and "Special Figure 2_Design I" will be won Are controlled to the short time state C (high base state C) after the big hit game. When the other jackpot symbol is won, the game is controlled to the short time state A (high base state A) after the jackpot game.

  Specifically, in the lottery based on the detection of the game ball by the second left-side start port sensor 21a (the lottery in Fig. 2-1), the lottery is distributed to the jackpot that shifts to the short-time state A at a rate of 70%, and the remaining 30% It is distributed to the jackpot that shifts to the short time state B at the rate of. On the other hand, in the lottery based on the detection of the game ball by the second right-side start sensor 21b (the lottery shown in FIG. It is distributed to the jackpot that shifts to the time-short state B at a ratio, and is distributed to the jackpot that shifts to the time-short state C at a ratio of 30%. In the fourth mode, the lottery shown in Fig. 2-1 shifts to the number of rounds in the jackpot game, the maximum opening time per opening of the big prize opening 30, and the shorter time than the lottery shown in Fig. 2-2. It is easy to win a jackpot that is advantageous to the player (that is, a jackpot with a large amount of privilege) in terms of the number of times that are taken. Note that the lottery based on the detection of the game ball by the right second start opening sensor 21b (the lottery in FIG. 2-2) may be advantageously set. The same applies to game machines of embodiments other than the present embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 51, in each short time state, different electric chew release tables are selected when the auxiliary game is executed. Specifically, in the time reduction state A, the electric chew release TBL12 is selected, in the time reduction state B the electric chew release TBL13 is selected, and in the time reduction state C, the electric chew release TBL14 is selected. In the non-short-time state, the electric chew release TBL11 is selected.

  As shown in FIG. 51 and FIG. 52 (c), the opening pattern (first short opening pattern) of the electric chew opening TBL12 has an opening time (opening time) of 0.1 second and an opening time of It is a 2.0 second open pattern. As shown in FIG. 51 and FIG. 52 (d), the opening pattern (second short opening pattern) of the electric chew opening TBL 13 has an opening time of 1.0 second and an opening time of 2.0 seconds. Is the opening pattern. As shown in FIG. 51 and FIG. 52 (e), the opening pattern (third time-short opening pattern) of the electric chew opening TBL14 has an opening time of 2.0 seconds and an opening time of 2.0 seconds. Is the opening pattern. As shown in FIG. 51 and FIG. 52 (b), the opening pattern (non-temporal opening pattern) of the electric chew opening TBL11 has an opening time of 1.6 seconds and an opening time of 0.5 seconds. It is a pattern.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 52A and 52F, the movable member 68 is controlled to the first state (FIG. 49A) for 2 seconds from the start of the auxiliary game, and then from the first state. The state is switched to the second state (FIG. 49B), and after another 2 seconds, the movable member 68 is returned from the second state to the first state. That is, the movable member 68 is operated with such an operation pattern.

  Then, when the opening / closing member 23A is opened with the opening pattern of the electric chew release TBL11 (in the non-time-short state) or the electric chew release TBL12 (in the time-short state A), the game ball won in the second starting port 21A is branched. When the portion 75Aa is reached, the movable member 68 is generally in the first state and is almost always distributed to the first passage region 77A (see FIG. 52). Therefore, in this case, the detection rate (passing rate to the first passage 76A) of the game ball won at the second start port 21A by the left second start port sensor 21a is almost 100% (see FIG. 51).

  On the other hand, when the opening / closing member 23A is opened in the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL13 (time reduction state B), the game ball that has won the second starting port 21A is movable when it reaches the branch portion 75Aa. Since the member 68 is in the first state or the second state, the member 68 is distributed approximately equally to the first passage region 77A and the second passage region 79A (see FIG. 52). Therefore, in this case, the detection rate of the game ball won in the second starting port 21A by the left second starting port sensor 21a is about 50% (see FIG. 51).

  In addition, when the opening / closing member 23A is opened in the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL14 (short time state C), when the game ball that has won the second starting port 21A reaches the branch portion 75Aa, the movable member 68 is generally The second state is assumed, and it is almost always distributed to the second passage area 79A (see FIG. 52). Therefore, in this case, the detection rate of the game ball won in the second starting port 21A by the left second starting port sensor 21a is substantially 0% (see FIG. 51).

  As described above, in the fourth embodiment, the lottery based on the detection by the left second starting port sensor 21a wins the big hit with a larger privilege amount than the lottery based on the detection by the right second starting port sensor 21b. It is easy. Therefore, in view of this point, as the time-short state, the time-short state A is most advantageous to the player, and then the time-short state B is advantageous, and the time-short state C is least advantageous. That is, in this embodiment, there are a plurality of different time-saving states, and the advantage for the player differs depending on the type of the time-saving state. Therefore, it is possible to attract the player's interest in which time state is controlled, and it is possible to enhance the gaming interest.

  Here, the operation of the game control microcomputer 81 in the pachinko gaming machine according to the fourth embodiment will be briefly described with reference to FIGS. In the pachinko gaming machine of the fourth form, the gaming control microcomputer 81 sets the gaming state flag shown in FIG. 53 during the gaming state setting process (see step S2216, FIG. 36) (for example, as the process before step S2310). Process.

  [Game state flag setting process] In the game state flag setting process, if the type of jackpot (special symbol type) won this time is a non-temporal bonus (YES in S6001), the game state flag is set to "1". (S6002). If it is a time-saving A big hit (see FIG. 50) (YES in S6003), the game state flag is set to “2” (S6004). Further, if the time-saving B big hit (see FIG. 50) (YES in S6005), the game state flag is set to “3” (S6006). Also, if it is a short time C big hit (see FIG. 50) (YES in S6007), the game state flag is set to “4” (S6008). In the present embodiment, since the type of jackpot does not have an untimely jackpot (see FIG. 50), the gaming state flag is not set to “1” in this process. However, the initial value of the game state flag is “1”. Also, when the special symbol variation display is executed over the set number of times, the value of the gaming state flag is set to “1”.

  In the fourth form of the pachinko gaming machine, the game control microcomputer 81 performs an opening pattern selection process shown in FIG. 54 in place of the processes of steps S1103 to S1105 in the normal symbol determination process (see steps S606 and FIG. 23). .

  [Opening pattern selection process] In the opening pattern selection process, if the value of the game state flag is “1” (YES in S6101), that is, if it is in a non-short-time state, the electric chew release TBL11 (see FIG. 51) is set. (S6102). If the value of the game state flag is “2” (NO in S6101, YES in S6103), that is, if the time-short state A, the electric chew release TBL12 (see FIG. 51) is set (S6104). Also, if the value of the game state flag is “3” (NO in S6101 and S6103, YES in S6105), that is, if it is the short time state B, the electric chew release TBL13 (see FIG. 51) is set (S6106). If the value of the game state flag is “4” (NO in all of S6101, S6103, and S6105), that is, if it is the short time state C, the electric chew release TBL14 (see FIG. 51) is set (S6107). In the auxiliary game, the second start port 21A is opened according to the electric chew release TBL set in this process.

  In the fourth form of the pachinko gaming machine, the game control microcomputer 81 performs the above open pattern selection process in the normal symbol determination process (see step S606, FIG. 23), and then the movable member 68 is in operation. A movable member operation flag indicating that is turned ON. Then, in the main timer interrupt process (step S005, see FIG. 16) (for example, as a process between steps S106 and S108), the movable member control process shown in FIG. 55 is performed.

  [Moving member control processing] In the moving member control processing, it is determined whether or not the moving member operation flag is ON (S6201). If the movable member operation flag is not ON, this process is terminated. On the other hand, if the movable member operation flag is ON (YES in S6201), since the opening of the auxiliary game has started, the movable member operation processing (S6202) is performed to operate the movable member 68 in a predetermined operation pattern. .

  In the movable member actuation process (S6202), a timer for measuring the actuation time of the movable member 68 is set, and the movable member solenoid is turned on when the movable member 68 is released based on the time measured using the timer. When the timing for closing the movable member 68 is reached, the movable member solenoid is turned OFF. As a result, the movable member 68 moves with a constant motion from the start of the opening of the auxiliary game.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 52 (f), the movable member 68 is first controlled to the first state (see FIG. 49 (A)) for 2 seconds from the start of the opening of the auxiliary game. Subsequently, the control is performed to the second state (see FIG. 49B) for 2 seconds. Thereafter, control is again made to the first state. Such a series of operations is a constant operation of the movable member 68.

  Subsequent to the movable member operation processing (S6202), the game control microcomputer 81 determines whether or not the operation of the movable member 68 is completed (S6203). Specifically, based on the timer for measuring the operation time of the movable member 68 set in step S6202, whether or not the total operation time from the start of the movable member 68 to the end has elapsed. Determine. If the operation of the movable member 68 is not finished, the present process is finished as it is. On the other hand, if the operation of the movable member 68 has been completed (YES in S6203), the movable member operation flag is turned off (S6204), and this process ends.

  According to the pachinko gaming machine of the fourth embodiment described above, by adjusting the operation pattern of the movable member 68 and the opening pattern of the opening / closing member 23, the passage rate (first passage) to the first passage 76A in the electric chew 22A is adjusted. 76A or the distribution ratio to the second passage 78A). Therefore, it is possible to realize the passing rate as intended as compared with the configuration (the configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the first form) in which the passing rate is controlled by the shape of the electric chew 22 without using the movable member 68. It has become. That is, it is possible to reliably distribute the game balls won to the second starting port 21A to the first passage 76A and the second passage 78A with the distribution probability as intended.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, the type of the short time state (the type of the high base state) to be controlled after the jackpot game is determined according to the type of the winning jackpot symbol (see FIG. 50). Then, according to the type of the short-time state, the passing rate to the first passage 76A in the short-time state, that is, the passing rate to the left second starting port sensor 21a changes (see FIG. 51). In addition, in this embodiment, the types of jackpot symbols that can be won differ depending on whether the first passage 76A has passed or not (passed through the second passage 78A), depending on the type of jackpot symbol. The amount of privilege granted to the player (the number of winning balls that can be acquired and the gaming state after the big hit game) differs (see FIG. 50). Therefore, it becomes possible to further strengthen the player's interest in the whereabouts of the game ball that has won the second starting port 21A, and to further improve the game entertainment at the time of control to the short time state (high base state). .

<Modification 1 of the fourth embodiment>
The pachinko gaming machine of the fourth form may be changed as follows. That is, as shown in FIG. 56, the electric chew release TBL 21 is selected in the non-time-short state, the electric chew release TBL 22 is selected in the time-short state A, the electric chew release TBL 23 is selected in the time-short state B, and the electric chew release TBL 23 is selected in the time-short state C. You may comprise so that chew open | release TBL24 may be selected. Each of the opening patterns of the electric chew opening TBLs has an interval before opening of 0 seconds.

  As shown in FIGS. 56 and 57B, the opening pattern (non-short-time opening pattern) of the electric chew opening TBL21 is an opening pattern with an opening time of 0.5 seconds. As shown in FIGS. 56 and 57 (c), the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL22 (first short-time opening pattern) is an opening pattern with an opening time of 2.0 seconds. As shown in FIGS. 56 and 57 (d), the opening pattern (second short opening pattern) of the electric chew opening TBL23 is an opening pattern with an opening time of 3.0 seconds. As shown in FIGS. 56 and 57 (e), the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL 24 (third short-time opening pattern) is an opening pattern with an opening time of 4.0 seconds.

  In the first modification of the fourth mode, as shown in FIGS. 57 (a) and 57 (f), the movable member 68 is moved to the second state (FIG. B)), control is performed to the first state (FIG. 49A) for 1.8 seconds. Then, the second state is controlled again for 2 seconds to return to the first state. That is, the movable member 68 is operated with such an operation pattern.

  Then, when the opening / closing member 23A is opened by the opening pattern of the electric chew release TBL21 (non-time-short state) or the electric chew release TBL22 (time-short state A), the game ball won in the second starting port 21A is branched. When reaching the portion 75Aa, the movable member 68 is generally in the first state, and is almost always distributed to the first passage region 77A (see FIG. 57). In other words, the possibility of passing through the second passage region 79A is extremely low (see FIG. 56). Therefore, in this case, the detection rate of the game ball won in the second starting port 21A by the right second starting port sensor 21b is almost 0%.

  On the other hand, when the opening / closing member 23A is opened in the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL23 (short time state B), the game balls won in the first 2 seconds of the opening time are generally distributed to the first passing area 77A. However, the game balls won in the remaining 1 second of the opening time are generally distributed to the second passage area 79A (see FIG. 57). In other words, the ease of passage to the second passage region 79A is high to some extent (see FIG. 56). Therefore, in this case, when the game ball is continuously fired with the right hit, the detection rate of the game ball won in the second start port 21A by the right second start port sensor 21b is about 33%.

  In addition, when the opening / closing member 23A is opened in the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL24 (short time state C), the game balls won in the first 2 seconds of the opening time are generally distributed to the first passing area 77A. The game balls won in the second half of the opening time are generally distributed to the second passage area 79A (see FIG. 57). In other words, the ease of passage to the second passage region 79A is very high (see FIG. 56). Therefore, in this case, when the game ball continues to be fired with the right hit, the detection rate of the game ball won in the second start port 21A by the right second start port sensor 21b is about 50%.

  Even if it comprises like the modification 1 of this 4th form, according to the kind of time-short state, the easiness of performing the lottery of special figure 2-1 and the lottery of special figure 2-2 will differ. Therefore, it is possible to attract the player's interest in which time state is controlled to be short, and it is possible to enhance the gaming interest. In addition, compared with the configuration (configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the first form) that controls the distribution ratio to the first passage 76 or the second passage 78 by using the shape of the electric chew 22 without using the movable member 68, The distribution ratio to the first passage 76A or the second passage 78A can be realized as intended.

<Modification 2 of the fourth embodiment>
Further, the pachinko gaming machine of the fourth form may be changed as follows. That is, in the auxiliary game, the movable member 68 may be configured to start a certain operation based on the fact that the number of winnings to the second starting port 21A has reached a predetermined number of activation triggers. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 58, in the non-short-time state and the short-time state A, the number of operation triggers is set to nine, in the short-time state B, the number of operation triggers is set to three, and in the short-time state C, The number of triggers is set to one.

  In the non-short-time state, the electric chew release TBL 31 is selected, and in the time-short states A, B, and C, the electric chew release TBL 32 is selected. Each of the opening patterns of the electric chew opening TBLs has an interval before opening of 0 seconds. As shown in FIGS. 58 and 59 (b), the opening pattern (non-time-short opening pattern) of the electric chew opening TBL31 is an opening pattern with an opening time of 0.5 seconds, and FIG. 58 and FIG. 59 (c). As shown in FIG. 4, the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL 32 (short-time opening pattern) is an opening pattern with an opening time of 2.0 seconds.

  In the non-short-time state or the short-time state A, the start timing of the constant operation of the movable member 68 is the time when the number of winnings in the second starting port 21A reaches 9 in the auxiliary game (see FIG. 58). Therefore, even if the opening / closing member 23A is opened in the non-time-short state with the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL31 (see FIG. 59 (b)), the opening time is as short as 0.5 seconds. The number of winnings to 21A does not reach the number (9) of triggers for the movable member 68.

  Further, even when the opening / closing member 23A is opened in the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL32 (see FIG. 59 (c)) in the short-time state A, the number of winning prizes to the second starting port 21A during the opening time of 2.0 seconds remains. The operation trigger number (9) of the movable member 68 is not reached. Therefore, in these cases, the movable member 68 continues to be controlled to the first state (FIG. 49A) and is not controlled to the second state (FIG. 49B) (FIGS. 59A and 59B). (See (d)). Accordingly, the game balls that have won the second starting port 21A are almost always distributed to the first passing area 77A. Therefore, in these cases, the detection rate of the game ball won in the second starting port 21A by the left second starting port sensor 21a is almost 100% (see FIG. 58).

  On the other hand, in the short time state B, the start timing of the constant operation of the movable member 68 is set to the time when the number of winnings to the second starting port 21A reaches 3 in the auxiliary game (see FIG. 58). For this reason, if the opening / closing member 23A is opened in the time-short state B with the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL32 (see FIG. 59 (f)), the number of winnings to the second starting port 21A is reduced during the opening time of 2.0 seconds. In other words, the movable member 68 reaches the operation trigger number (three). Then, the movable member 68 switches from the first state to the second state, and thereafter the second state is maintained until the end of the auxiliary game (see FIGS. 59 (e) and (g)). Accordingly, the game balls that have won the second starting port 21A are distributed approximately equally to the first passing area 77A and the second passing area 79A. Therefore, in this case, the detection rate of the game ball won in the second starting port 21A by the left second starting port sensor 21a is about 50% (see FIG. 58).

  In the short time state C, the start timing of the constant operation of the movable member 68 is set to the time when the number of winnings to the second starting port 21A reaches 1 in the auxiliary game (see FIG. 58). Therefore, when the opening / closing member 23A is opened with the opening pattern of the electric chew opening TBL32 (see FIG. 59 (i)) in the time-shortening state B and one winning ball is generated at the second starting port 21A, the movable member 68 is in the first state. Is switched to the second state, and thereafter the second state is maintained until the end of the auxiliary game (see FIGS. 59 (h) and (j)). Accordingly, the game balls that have won the second starting port 21A are almost always distributed to the second passage area 79A. Therefore, in this case, the detection rate of the game ball won in the second starting port 21A by the left second starting port sensor 21a is almost 0% (see FIG. 58).

  In the case of such a configuration, the movable member control process shown in FIG. 60 is performed instead of the movable member control process shown in FIG. This movable member control process is performed as a process in the main timer interrupt process (FIG. 16). In the movable member control process shown in FIG. 60, the game control microcomputer 81 first determines whether or not the normal operation status is “4” (S7001).

  If the normal operation status is not “4” (NO in S7001), this process ends because the auxiliary game is not being executed. On the other hand, if the normal operation status is “4” (YES in S7001), since the auxiliary game is being executed, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the winning count second start port sensor 21c ( S7002). If there is no detection by the second start port sensor 21c for winning count (NO in S7002), the process is terminated. On the other hand, if there is a detection by the second starting port sensor 21c for winning count (YES in S7002), the value of the operation counter for counting the number of operation triggers of the movable member 68 is incremented by 1 (S7003).

  Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 81 determines whether or not the game state flag is “4” (S7004). If the game state flag is “4” (YES in S7004), it is in the short time state C (see FIG. 53), so it is subsequently determined whether or not the value of the operation counter is “1” (S7005). If it is not “1”, the present process is finished. If it is “1”, the movable member actuating process is performed (S7006). In the movable member operation process, the movable member 68 is changed from the first state (FIG. 49A) to the second state (FIG. 49B). Thereafter, the value of the operation counter is cleared (S7007), and this process ends.

  If the game state flag is not “4” in step S7004, it is subsequently determined whether or not the game state flag is “3” (S7008). If the game state flag is “3” (YES in S7008), it is in the short time state B (see FIG. 53), so it is subsequently determined whether or not the value of the operation counter is “3” (S7009). If it is not “3”, the process ends. If it is “3” (YES in S7009), the above-mentioned movable member operation process is performed (S7006), and the operation counter value is cleared (S7007). Finish the process.

  If the game state flag is not “3” in step S7008, it is either the time-saving state A or the non-time-saving state (see FIG. 53), and it is subsequently determined whether or not the value of the operation counter is “9” ( S7010). If it is not “9”, the process ends. If it is “9” (YES in S7010), the above-mentioned movable member operation process is performed (S7006), and the value of the operation counter is cleared (S7007). Finish the process.

  According to the gaming machine as the modified example 2 of the fourth embodiment described above, the easiness of execution of the lottery of the special figure 2-1 and the lottery of the special figure 2-2 differs depending on the type of the short time state. Therefore, it is possible to attract the player's interest in which time state is controlled to be short, and it is possible to enhance the gaming interest. In addition, compared with the configuration (configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the first form) that controls the distribution ratio to the first passage 76 or the second passage 78 by using the shape of the electric chew 22 without using the movable member 68, The distribution ratio to the first passage 76A or the second passage 78A can be realized as intended.

  When configured as in the second modification of the fourth mode, it is desirable to provide the second counting opening sensor 21c for winning count as shown in FIG. This is because the number of winning balls to the second starting port 21A can be accurately reflected in the switching control of the state of the movable member 68.

<5th form>
In the pachinko gaming machine of the fifth form, as shown in FIG. 61, the symbols that can be won based on the detection by the left second start-up sensor 21a ("Special Figure 2_Design C" and "Special Figure 2_Design D") After the jackpot game, the design shifts to the short time state A (in other words, the high base state A). In addition, the symbols that can be won based on the detection by the second right-side start sensor 21b ("Special Figure 2_G" and "Special Figure 2_H") are the short-time state B (in other words, the high base state B) after the big hit game. It has become a pattern to shift to. In other words, the pachinko gaming machine of the fifth form is set to one of a plurality of different game settings (time reduction state A and time reduction state B) according to the type of jackpot symbol (specifically, game) The state flag is set to a value corresponding to the gaming state (this will be described later).

  A special figure variation pattern determination table (variation pattern) used in the variation pattern selection process (steps S1404 or S1411, see FIGS. 29 and 30) depending on whether the state is controlled to the time reduction state A or the time reduction state B. The decision tables are configured differently. Specifically, when the time-short state A is controlled, the variation pattern is based on the table (the normal table, the first table) in the column of the time-short state A in the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Is selected. On the other hand, in the case of being controlled to the time reduction state B, the fluctuation pattern is based on the table (special table, second table) in the column of the time reduction state B in the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Is selected.

  In the fifth embodiment, the gaming control microcomputer 81 sets the gaming state flag to “1” while being controlled to the non-shortening state, and sets the gaming state flag to “1” while being controlled to the shortening state A. It is assumed that the gaming state flag is set to “3” while being set to “2” and being controlled to the time reduction state B. The timing for setting the game state flag is the same as in the fourth mode. In the variation pattern selection process (FIGS. 29 and 30), first, the value of the gaming state flag is referred to. Then, if the value of the gaming state flag is “3”, the variation pattern is selected based on the special figure variation pattern determination table for the shortened state B, and if the value of the gaming state flag is “2”, the shortened state A variation pattern is selected based on the special figure variation pattern determination table for A. If the value of the gaming state flag is “1”, the variation pattern is selected based on the special diagram variation pattern determination table for the non-short-time state. Shall.

  The special map fluctuation pattern determination table for the short time state A shown in FIG. 62 is the same as the special map fluctuation pattern determination table of the first embodiment (see FIG. 13), and thus the description thereof is omitted. The special figure variation pattern determination table for the non-time-short state is the same as that in the first embodiment.

  On the other hand, the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table for the short time state B shown in FIG. 62 is shorter than the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table for the short time state A (that is, a special fluctuation pattern). Is a table to be selected. Specifically, when the number of reserved balls is 2 to 4, the variation time of the loss variation is 1000 ms, and when the number of retained balls is 0 to 1, the variation time of the loss variation is 5000 ms. The variation time of the jackpot variation is 10,000 ms. Therefore, in the short-time state B, the special symbol variation is executed very quickly compared to the short-time state A. In other words, in the fifth embodiment, a speedy game can be enjoyed in the short time state B.

  According to the pachinko gaming machine of the fifth form described above, whether the winner has been won based on the detection by the left second start sensor 21a (whether the winner has been won by the lottery in FIG. 2-1) The type of the special figure variation pattern determination table used after the jackpot game changes depending on whether the jackpot is won based on the detection by the start port sensor 21b (whether the jackpot is won in the lottery of the special figure 2-2). Therefore, this difference makes it possible to diversify the game and make the game hard to get tired of.

  In particular, in the present embodiment, when winning in the lottery of Special Figure 2-2, that is, when winning “Special Figure 2_G” or “Special Figure 2_H” (see FIG. 61), the special table (FIG. 62) is referred to. Will come to be. Therefore, it is possible to further increase the interest in the whereabouts of the game ball that has won the second start opening 21 and to further enhance the interest in the game after the end of the jackpot game. Note that the contents of the special table (variation time and effect contents) can be changed as appropriate.

  Further, the pachinko gaming machine of the fifth form may be configured to be able to win a small hit like the pachinko gaming machine of the second form described above. Then, when the first small hit symbol (for example, “Special Figure 2_Character a” in FIG. 47) is won, the game shifts to the special game state A after the small hit game, and the second small hit symbol (for example, FIG. 47). ("Special Figure 2_D") is selected, the game shifts to the special game state B after the small hit game, and different special figure variation pattern judgment tables are referred to in the special game state A and the special game state B. You may comprise. In this case, for example, the value of the gaming state flag is set to “8” during the control to the special gaming state A, and the value of the gaming state flag is set to “9” during the control to the special gaming state B.

9. Modification Example A modification example will be described below. In the description of the modified example, the same reference numerals as in the above embodiment are used for the same configuration as the pachinko gaming machine in the above embodiment, and the description thereof is omitted.

  In the above embodiment, the configuration is such that the game balls won in the second start port 21 are distributed to either the first passage 76 or the second passage 78 depending on the internal shape of the second start winning device (electric Chu 22) (FIG. 4). On the other hand, you may comprise so that it may distribute using a non-electric movable member (distribution member). Examples of the non-electrically movable member (distribution member) include an equal distribution body that distributes the game balls equally to the first passage 76 or the second passage 78, a windmill, and a croon. Further, when the electric movable member 68 is provided in the electric chew 22A as in the fourth embodiment, the movable member 68 may be driven with a constant operation from the time when the power of the pachinko gaming machine is turned on.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the second start port sensor 21c for winning count is provided, but the second start port sensor 21c for winning count may not be provided. In this case, the configuration may be such that the number of winning balls to the second starting port 21 and the payout of winning balls are performed based on the second left starting port sensor 21a and the right second starting port sensor 21b.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the number of rounds in the jackpot game and the maximum opening time of the big winning opening 30 per opening are changed according to the types of jackpot symbols that can be won in the lottery shown in FIG. On the other hand, the opening time and the ending time in the jackpot game may be changed. Changing the opening time and the ending time is also included in changing the opening pattern of the big prize opening in the jackpot game. That is, in this specification, the opening time and the ending time are also one of the elements constituting the winning pattern opening pattern. Further, the interval time between rounds may be changed, or the number of times of opening per round may be changed. Of course, these changes are also included in changing the opening pattern of the big prize opening in the jackpot game.

  When the type of the jackpot symbol is determined, the type of the big winning opening opening table indicating the opening pattern of the big winning opening is determined, and the opening and ending times may be determined according to the type of the table. However, the opening and ending times may be determined according to the type of the winning jackpot symbol regardless of the winning prize opening table. Regardless of the configuration, the change of the opening and ending time is included in the change of the opening pattern of the big winning opening in the jackpot game. In addition, since the execution time of an opening effect and an ending effect will change if the time of an opening and an ending changes, the variation of the effect which can be performed can be increased and it can aim at improvement.

  Further, in the configuration in which the opening time of the big winning opening 30 per opening is changed according to the type of the jackpot symbol, for example, when “Special figure 2_symbol C” (see FIG. 9) is won, The maximum opening time of the round is set to 29 seconds, but when “Special Figure 2_G” (see FIG. 9) is won, the maximum opening time is set to 29 seconds for 8R of all 16R, The remaining 8R may be configured such that the maximum opening time is set to 0.1 seconds. In other words, a jackpot game of 16R is executed regardless of which jackpot symbol is won, but one may be substantially 16R and the other may be substantially 8R. Even in this configuration, a difference is provided in the amount of privilege that can be acquired by the player between the lottery based on the detection by the left second start port sensor 21a and the lottery based on the detection by the right second start port sensor 21b. Is possible.

  Moreover, in the said form, it comprised so that the number of time reductions might be determined according to the kind of winning jackpot symbol (refer FIG. 9). On the other hand, the number of time reductions may be determined based on the type of winning jackpot symbol and the gaming state at the time of winning. Also, the opening and ending times may be determined based on the type of winning jackpot symbol and the gaming state at the time of winning. Further, in the fourth form and the fifth form, it may be configured such that which of the plurality of time-short states is shifted to the time-short state is determined based on the type of winning jackpot symbol and the game state at the time of winning. Good.

  In the above embodiment, two passages of the first passage 76 and the second passage 78 are provided in the second start port 21. In contrast, three or more passages may be provided. If a game ball detection means (sensor) is provided in each of three or more passages, it is possible to provide special figure 2-3 in addition to special figure 2-1 and special figure 2-2. That is, it is possible to increase the number of special symbols in a pseudo manner.

  In the above embodiment, a plurality of passages (the first passage 76 and the second passage 78) are provided inside the electric chew 22 in which the ease of entering a game ball can be changed. On the other hand, a plurality of passages may be provided inside the start winning device in which the ease of entering a game ball does not change. For example, if a common path, a first path and a second path branching from the common path are provided in the first start winning device 19, and game ball detecting means is arranged in each path, the lottery variation of FIG. Can be increased. That is, the lottery shown in FIG. 1-1 is performed based on the game ball detecting means arranged in the first passage, and the lottery shown in FIG. 1-2 having a different lottery content is detected from the lottery in the second passage. It becomes possible to carry out based on the means.

  Moreover, in the said form, it comprised so that the distribution rate to the 1st channel | path 76 or the 2nd channel | path 78 in a 2nd start winning apparatus (electricity | church 22) might be set to "50:50" (refer FIG. 4). However, the distribution ratio to the first passage 76 or the second passage 78 can be arbitrarily changed. In other words, the distribution ratio to the first passage or the second passage in the second start winning device (electric Chu) may be set to an arbitrary “m: n”. For example, the second start winning device may be configured such that the passage rate to the first passage is 80% and the passage rate to the second passage is 20%.

  In the above embodiment, the first start winning device 19 is configured to win a first special symbol, and the second start winning device (Du Chu 22) is set to act as a second special symbol. did. On the other hand, it is good also as a structure which can display only one special symbol, ie, the structure which has only one special symbol indicator. In this case, both the first start winning device 19 and the second start winning device (electric Chu 22) are provided as an operation trigger for the same special symbol. However, from the viewpoint of diversification of lottery variations, it is preferable to provide the first special symbol and the second special symbol and to subdivide one or both of the special symbols as in the above embodiment.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the electric chew 22 can win the second starting port 21 only when the opening / closing member 23 is in the open state. However, if the electric chew 22 is easier to enter the second starting port 21 when the opening / closing member 23 is in the open state than when it is in the closed state, the electric chew 22 is in the closed state. 2 It is not necessary to make it impossible to enter the starting port 21.

  In the above embodiment, the first start winning device 19 and the second start winning device (electric Chu 22) are configured as separate bodies. On the other hand, the first start winning device 19 and the electric chew 22 may be unitized. It should be noted that even if the first start winning device 19 and the electric chew 22 are unitized, they are included in “having first and second ball entry means”.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the types of jackpot symbols that can be won are different between the detection by the left second start port sensor 21a and the detection by the right second start port sensor 21b. If they are different, the rest may be common.

  Moreover, in the said form, although comprised as a gaming machine provided with only one grand prize opening, it is good also as a structure provided with two special prize openings, ie, a 1st special prize opening, and a 2nd special prize opening. In this case, in one special game, both of the big winning holes may be opened (but not opened at the same time), or only one of the big winning holes may be opened.

  Moreover, in the said form, it comprised as a gaming machine which controls to a high probability state based on the kind of special symbol. On the other hand, it is good also as a gaming machine which controls to a high probability state based on passage to the specific area (so-called V zone) provided in the special winning opening. That is, a so-called V-accuracy machine may be used. In this case, in addition to or instead of the big winning device 31 of the above-described form, a big winning device having a specific area in the big winning opening is provided. And control to a high probability state is performed based on passage to the specific area in this special winning device.

  When configured as a V-certain machine, a V long open pattern (passage to a specific area is possible at the time of detection by the left second start port sensor 21a and at the time of detection by the right second start port sensor 21b. It is better to change the winning percentage of the winning pattern). For example, at the time of detection by the left second starting port sensor 21a, a jackpot of a V long opening pattern and a jackpot of a V short opening pattern (opening pattern of a big winning opening that is impossible or substantially impossible to pass through a specific area) The distribution ratio is set to “80:20”. At the time of detection by the right second start-up port sensor 21b, the distribution ratio between the big hit of the V long open pattern and the big hit of the V short open pattern is configured to be “50:50”. If configured in this way, the lottery based on the left second start port sensor 21a is more advantageous to the player. Therefore, the player is interested in the whereabouts of the game ball won in the second start port 21, and the game It is possible to improve interest.

  Moreover, you may comprise as what is called a 1 type 2 type mixer. The type 1 and type 2 mixing machine is a gaming machine in which a jackpot game is executed not only when a big win is won in a special symbol lottery but also when a game ball passes to a specific area (so-called V zone) in a big winning opening. In the case of configuring as this kind of gaming machine, first, a special symbol lottery (one or both of the special drawing 1 and the special drawing 2) is made possible to win a small win. At the time of winning a small hit, it is configured to play a small hit game that opens a big winning opening having a specific area inside. When passing to the specific area, the jackpot game is configured to be executed.

  And, for example, in the case where it is configured to be able to win a small hit in the lottery of the special figure 2, when the game ball is detected by the left second start opening sensor 21a (at the time of the lottery of the special figure 2-1), the second start on the right side It is configured so that different types of small hits are won at the time of detection of a game ball by the mouth sensor 21b (at the time of lottery in FIG. 2-2). Specifically, in the small win won in the special drawing 2-1 lottery, even if the big hit game is executed through a specific area, it is not controlled in a short time state, and the special win 2-2 is selected. When the winning game is executed by passing through a specific area and playing a big game, the game is controlled to be in a short time state thereafter. If comprised in this way, a player's interest will be turned to which sensor of the left side 2nd starting port sensor 21a and the right side 2nd starting port sensor 21b the game ball which won the 2nd starting port 21 is detected. It becomes possible, and it becomes possible to improve the game interest in a 1 type 2 type mixing machine. In addition, the winning portion in the lottery shown in Fig. 2-1 is longer than the winning lot in the lottery shown in Fig. 2-2, and the opening time of the big prize opening is longer, resulting in passage to a specific area. You may make it easy.

  Further, in the above embodiment, by setting “10000” in the probability variation counter or “10000” in the hourly time counter (see FIG. 36), the high probability state is set based on the number of executions of the special symbol variation display. It is configured so that it does not end or the time-short state does not end. However, if the game state is not shifted based on the number of executions of the special symbol variation display, the number of symbol variation executions may not be managed by the probability variation counter or the time reduction counter.

  Moreover, in the said form, the flow path which passes left game area | region 3A is made into 1st flow path R1, and the flow path which passes right game area | region 3B is made into 2nd flow path R2, and the 1st starting port 20 is set on 1st flow path R1. The second start port 21 was disposed on the second flow path R2. On the other hand, the flow path passing through the right game area 3B is the first flow path, the flow path passing through the left game area 3A is the second flow path, and the first start port 20 is disposed on the first flow path. The second start port 21 may be arranged on the two flow paths.

  In the above embodiment, four random numbers such as jackpot random numbers are acquired as random numbers (numerical information) acquired based on winning to the first starting port 20 and the second starting port 21. Based on the acquired random number, whether or not the game is a big hit, the type of winning, the presence or absence of reach, and the type of variation pattern may be determined. That is, it is possible to arbitrarily set the number of random numbers acquired based on the start winning and what is determined in each random number.

  Further, when the player views the game board 2 from the front, the inside of the electric chew 22 (the first passage 76 and the second passage 78) may be visible or may not be possible (or May be difficult). That is, the player may be able to visually recognize which passage the game ball that has won in the second starting port 21 passes or may not be visible. If it is configured so as not to be visually recognized, the player is informed of which one has passed (that is, whether the detection is made by the left second start opening sensor 21a or the right second start opening sensor 21b). It is good to comprise so that an effect (passage area suggestion effect) may be performed by a sub-control part.

  For example, at the time of detection by the left second start port sensor 21a, a first character image (such as a sparrow) is displayed on the display screen 7a that is performing a variation effect. On the other hand, at the time of detection by the right second start port sensor 21b, a second character image (such as a pigeon) is displayed on the display screen 7a that is performing a variation effect. In this case, a second character image (such as a pigeon) may be displayed (performs a fake effect) with a predetermined probability, even when the left second start port sensor 21a detects. . Further, in this case, the lottery based on the left second start port sensor 21a may be configured to win a big hit with a large amount of privilege, rather than the lottery based on detection by the right second start port sensor 21b. If comprised in this way, it will become possible to alert | report that the advantageous lottery was made | formed by the effect produced later, making it think that the lottery which was not advantageous with respect to a player was made first. As a result, the player can be surprised and the gaming interest can be improved.

  In addition, the timing of the true notification to be performed later may be during the change display of the effect symbols 8L, 8C, 8R in the change effect, or during the stop display, or during the opening of the special game or the round game It may be during ending. As a true notification effect (true effect), various promotion effects (promotions 1 to 4) shown in FIG. 46 can be adopted. The effect control microcomputer 91 that performs the fake effect (first effect) is referred to as fake effect execution means, and the effect control microcomputer 91 that executes the true effect (second effect) is referred to as the true effect execution means. Information on which sensor has been detected may be included in the start winning command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 81 to the effect control microcomputer 91 when winning the second start port 21, for example. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 91 may hold the received start winning command until the processing related to the special figure hold corresponding to the command is completed.

  Of course, even if the inside of the electric chew 22 is configured to be visible, the suggestion effect as described above may be executed. When the inside of the electric chew 22 is configured to be visible, the player can be entertained by the behavior of the game ball inside the electric chew 22. When the inside of the electric chew 22 is configured to be visible, the electric chew 22 may be formed of a colorless, transparent or colored transparent synthetic resin material or the like.

  Further, the correspondence between the type of jackpot symbol shown in the above embodiment, the opening pattern of the special winning opening 30 and the number of time reductions (see FIG. 9) is merely an example, and can be changed as appropriate.

  Depending on whether the game ball that won the second start port 21 is detected by the left second start port sensor 21a or the right second start port sensor 21b, the winning pattern opening pattern ( (Including the number of rounds, opening time, and ending time) is effective in improving interest during special games. In addition, when the game settings after the end of the special game are changed depending on which sensor is detected, that is, the number of time reductions, the type of time reduction state (high base state type), after the special game When the type of the special figure variation pattern determination table used is changed, it is effective for improving the interest after the special game. In addition, when a configuration in which the variation pattern of the special symbol variation based on the detection is changed according to which sensor is detected (the configuration illustrated in FIG. 48), it is effective in improving the interest before the special game. is there. Regardless of the configuration, it is possible to direct the player's interest to which sensor the game ball won in the second start port 21 is detected. Effective for improving interest after winning a prize.

Note that the “predetermined easy entry condition end condition” of the present invention means that, in the above-described form, the execution of the jackpot game is started or the execution of the special symbol variation display over the predetermined upper limit number of executions is performed. It is to end.
In addition, the “predetermined opening condition” of the present invention means that, in the above embodiment, the winning is performed by the normal symbol lottery.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine 3 ... Game area 7 ... Image display apparatus (display apparatus for production)
19 ... 1st start winning device 20 ... 1st start opening (other entrance holes)
20a ... 1st starting port sensor 21 ... 2nd starting port (entrance)
21a ... Left side second start port sensor (first game ball detecting means)
21b ... Right-side second starting port sensor (second game ball detecting means)
22 ... Electric Chu 23 ... Opening / closing member 30 ... Grand prize opening (Special prize opening)
41a ... 1st special symbol display (other symbol display part)
41b ... 2nd special symbol display (symbol display)
68 ... Movable member 75 ... Common path 75Aa ... Branching section 76 ... First passage 78 ... Second passage 81 ... Game control microcomputer 91 ... Production control microcomputer

Claims (6)

The entrance that is placed in the game area where game balls can flow down,
A common path through which game balls that have entered the entrance gate pass;
A first passage and a second passage branched from the common path;
First game ball detection means capable of detecting a game ball passing through the first passage;
Second game ball detecting means capable of detecting a game ball passing through the second passage;
First numerical information acquisition means for acquiring numerical information based on detection of a game ball by the first game ball detection means;
Second numerical information acquisition means for acquiring numerical information based on detection of a game ball by the second game ball detection means;
A symbol display section capable of displaying symbols;
A first symbol type determining unit capable of determining a symbol type displayed on the symbol display unit based on the numerical information acquired by the first numerical value information acquiring unit using a predetermined first determination table; ,
A second type of symbol that can be determined using a second determination table different from the first determination table, based on the numerical information acquired by the second numerical information acquisition means, the symbol type displayed on the symbol display unit. Design type determination means;
A symbol display control unit capable of causing the symbol display unit to stop display the symbol of the type determined by the first symbol type determining unit and the symbol determined by the second symbol type determining unit via the variable display on the symbol display unit; ,
Special game execution means for executing a special game for opening a special winning opening arranged in the game area after the symbol display control means stops and displays a predetermined display pattern in the symbol display section. , And
The symbol type of the specific display mode that can be determined by the first symbol type determining unit and the symbol type of the specific display mode that can be determined by the second symbol type determining unit are at least partially different,
A game setting means is provided for setting the game setting after the end of the special game to a game setting corresponding to a symbol type of the specific display mode among a plurality of predetermined different game settings. Gaming machine. The gaming machine according to claim 1,
An opening and closing member that can take an open state and a closed state to change the ease of entering the entrance,
An auxiliary game execution means for executing an auxiliary game for opening the opening and closing member when a predetermined opening condition is established;
The game state after the end of the special game is controllable until a predetermined entrance easy state end condition is satisfied, in which it is easier to enter the entrance than the non-entrance easy state. And easy entry state control means,
The entrance easy state end condition includes an end of execution of the symbol variation display for a predetermined upper limit number of times,
The gaming machine, wherein the game setting means sets the upper limit number of times based on a symbol type of the specific display mode at the time of control to the easy entry state. The gaming machine according to claim 1,
An opening and closing member that can take an open state and a closed state to change the ease of entering the entrance,
An auxiliary game execution means for executing an auxiliary game for opening the opening and closing member when a predetermined opening condition is established;
It is provided at a branch portion between the common path and the first passage and the second passage, and allows a game ball to pass through the first passage when in the first state and play into the second passage when in the second state. A movable member that passes the sphere;
Movable member control means for operating the movable member in a predetermined operation pattern at a predetermined operation start timing,
The game setting means is configured such that the game state after the end of the special game is selected from among a plurality of types of easy entry states that are easier to enter the entrance than the non-entrance easy state. It can be controlled to enter easily according to the type of design,
The auxiliary game executing means is configured to use an opening pattern according to the type of the easy entry state among a plurality of opening patterns having different passing rates of the game balls entering the entrance to the first passage. A gaming machine characterized by opening an opening / closing member. The gaming machine according to claim 1,
With reference to any of a plurality of predetermined variation pattern determination tables, a variation pattern determining means for determining a variation pattern of the symbol is provided,
The game setting means is a game setting according to the symbol type of the specific display mode among a plurality of game settings having different variation pattern determination tables referred to by the variation pattern determination means. To play. A gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
Another entrance different from the entrance,
Other numerical information acquisition means for acquiring numerical information based on the entrance to the other entrance,
Another symbol display unit capable of displaying a second symbol different from the first symbol which is the symbol displayed on the symbol display unit;
Based on the numerical information acquired by the other numerical information acquisition means, a third symbol type determination means capable of determining the type of the second symbol displayed on the other symbol display unit;
Other symbol display control means capable of causing the second symbol of the type determined by the third symbol type determining means to stop-display via the variable display in the other symbol display section,
The special game execution means executes the special game even after the second symbol of the specific display mode predetermined in the other symbol display unit is stopped and displayed. Machine. A gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5,
In parallel with the variable display of the symbols on the symbol display section, there is provided an effect symbol display control means capable of variably displaying an effect symbol that is easier to recognize than the symbol on a predetermined effect display device. A gaming machine.

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