JP2017169862A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of enhancing an interest to opening of a variable ball entry part for improving an amusement of a game.SOLUTION: A game machine comprises: an operation ball entry part 110 to which Pachinko balls can enter; and a first variable start part 125 and a second variable start part 130 to which Pachinko balls can easily enter following to contact of the Pachinko balls having entered the operation ball entry part 110, wherein a start condition is established with the ball entry to the first variable start part 125 or the second variable start part 130 as a trigger. When a determination result of winning determination is affirmative with the start condition as a trigger, a main control CPU determines a winning kind from plural kinds containing high probability winning kinds and low probability winning kinds. When the number of times of continuously determining high probability winning kinds reaches a limit number, a state becomes a low probability state, and when the low probability winning kind is determined before reaching the limit number, a count value is reset. A pattern display device executes a performance in which, a fact that the determined winning kinds are the low probability winning kinds and high probability winning kinds, is not suggested in a determined state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine configured to generate a winning game that is advantageous to a player when a winning determination that is performed when a start condition is satisfied becomes a winning determination result.

  A pachinko machine, which is a representative gaming machine, is provided with various effect devices for performing effects by display, light effects, etc. at a substantially central position of the game area defined on the surface of the game board. There is an entrance part where a pachinko ball (game ball) can enter at the bottom, side, etc., and the pachinko ball launched toward the game area according to the player's handle operation is used as the entrance By entering the ball, an appropriate game is performed in the effect device. For example, in a pachinko machine equipped with an effect display unit such as a liquid crystal type or a drum type that performs various effects such as a pattern variation effect by variably displaying a plurality of symbols as the effect device, the pachinko ball launched into the game area is Hits that are triggered by entering the starting part as the entrance part in the process of flowing down due to its own weight while rebounding by contact with a game nail or the like planted in the game area and flowing down the game area By winning the winning in the determination, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out, and as a result of various game effects such as symbol variation effects being performed on the effect display unit, a win game advantageous to the player is given. . In such a winning game, the opening / closing member of the special prize section that closes the special prize opening so as to be openable / closable is opened / closed in an appropriate opening / closing pattern to give a chance to win a pachinko ball to the special prize opening. A prize ball can be obtained (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2006-247107 A

  By the way, many of the conventional pachinko machines are provided with a variable starter (variable ball-injecting part) configured to be opened and closed by an opening / closing member as one of the starters, and always to the variable starter by the opening / closing member. The pachinko ball is restricted from entering, and an electric driving means such as a solenoid is driven to open the opening / closing member to allow the pachinko ball to enter the variable starter. However, it is configured to determine whether or not to open the variable starter based on a determination made when a game ball enters a gate portion provided on the game board. There is a problem that the opening opportunity of the part is simplified, and the player's interest in opening the variable starting part is lowered.

  Accordingly, the present invention has been proposed to solve this problem in view of the above-mentioned problems inherent in the gaming machine according to the prior art, and is intended to increase the interest in opening the variable pitching portion and to enhance the interest of the game. An object is to provide a gaming machine that can be improved.

In order to solve the above problems and achieve the intended purpose, the invention according to claim 1 of the present application is
The hit determination performed when the start condition is satisfied becomes a hit determination result, so that a hit game advantageous to the player is generated, and the probability of the hit determination result being positive after the hit game is finished A gaming machine configured to make a hit determination in any of a low probability state set to a low probability and a high probability state set to a high probability that the determination result of the hit determination is higher than the low probability state In
Production means (17) capable of performing multiple types of production,
An active ball entry part (110) in which game balls can enter,
A first variable entry portion (125) that facilitates entry of a game ball flowing down the game area (21) with the opening operation of the first opening / closing member (126);
A second variable entry portion (130) that facilitates entry of a game ball flowing down the game area (21) in accordance with the opening operation of the second opening / closing member (131);
When the hit determination is a hit determination result, the hit type determination means (60a) for determining the hit type from a plurality of hit types with different privilege amounts,
The start condition is established when a game ball enters the first variable pitching portion (125) or the second variable pitching portion (130).
Each of the first variable ball entering portion (125) and the second variable ball entering portion (130) is configured to operate in accordance with the contact of the game ball, and corresponding opening and closing members (126, 131). And a game ball that has entered the working ball entry portion (110) is one of the first variable ball entry portion (125) and the second variable ball entry portion (130). Is configured to operate in contact with the corresponding actuating part (138, 139),
The hitting type is a low probability hitting species that becomes the low probability state after the end of winning game or a high probability hitting species that becomes the high probability state, and the gaming state after the winning game is ended A gaming state in which the frequency at which the first variable pitching portion (125) is released and the frequency at which the second variable pitching portion (130) is opened according to the game ball entering the (110) is different. Multiple types are set,
If the count value of the number of times that the highly likely seed is continuously determined reaches a predetermined value set in advance, the low probability after the winning game based on the highly likely seed that has become the specified value ends. And is configured to reset the count value when the low probability hit is determined before the count value reaches a specified value,
The highly likely hit species includes a specific hit species, and when the hit species determining means determines a specific hit species, the specific hit species is determined until the specified value is reached after the specific hit species is determined. It is set so that the hitting seed determination means can easily determine the hitting seeds that can be expected to be more than the bonus amount given by the hitting seeds,
The effect means (17) determines that the determined hit species are the low hit probability species and the high probability hit species as the effects to be executed when the low probability hit species and the high probability hit species are determined. The gist is that the performance that is not implied is possible.

  As described above, the frequency at which the first variable ball-in part is opened and the frequency at which the second variable ball-in part is opened in accordance with the game ball entering the working ball part is the hit type. By being different depending on the game state corresponding to the game, it is possible to increase interest in the variable ball entry portion that is opened when the game ball enters the operation ball entry portion. In addition, when the low probability hit is determined before the specified value is reached, the specified value is reset. However, in the performance executed by the production means, whether the determined hit type is the low probability hit is highly accurate. It is impossible to recognize whether it is a hit type, and the interest can be improved by the game nature of guessing the hit type.

The invention according to claim 2
The rate by which the hitting seed determining means (60a) determines the highly likely hitting seed is higher than that in the case where the hit determination result is triggered by the establishment of the starting condition by the first variable pitching portion (125). When the start condition is established by the variable pitching part (130) of the case, it is set to be higher when it becomes a hit determination result,
In the low probability hit type, the second variable pitching portion is more than the first variable pitching portion (125) due to the game ball that has entered the working pitching portion (110) after the hit game is finished. The gist of the invention is that at least a specific low-probability species that provides a specific operation state in which the frequency of the opening operation of (130) is increased over a predetermined application period is set.
In this way, depending on the type of low probability hit species, there is a high possibility that it will hit the high probability hit species again. It can be further enhanced.

The invention according to claim 3
A plurality of types are set as effects that can be executed by the effect means (17) between the time when the highly likely hit species is determined and the time when the next hit type is determined. It is configured to perform a production determined from multiple types regardless of the value,
When the count value reaches a specified value, the first variable is made by the game ball that has entered the operating ball entering section (110) after the winning game based on the highly probable hit species that has reached the specified value. The gist of the present invention is that the specific operation state in which the frequency of the opening operation of the second variable entrance portion (130) is higher than that of the entrance portion (125) is provided over a predetermined application period.
In this way, since it is impossible to recognize whether highly probable species are continuous, the remaining number of hits up to the specified value is difficult to understand, and the excitement can be improved by the throbbing feeling of when the specified value is reached.

The invention according to claim 4
The working ball entrance section (110) includes an operation opening / closing member (112) that opens and closes in accordance with the driving of the driving means (113), and the first position and the first position in accordance with the driving of the driving means (113). The operation opening / closing member (112) is configured to be displaced to a second position where the game ball can easily enter the operation entrance portion (110) than the first position.
The operation entrance ball portion (110) in a first specific gaming state in which the operation entrance ball portion (110) can be opened and closed, and an opening / closing mode in which the frequency of the second position is higher than that in the first specific game state. And a second specific gaming state that opens and closes is set,
The gist is that at least the specific operation state is set as the second specific game state.
As described above, as the second specific gaming state in which the opening / closing member is opened / closed in an opening / closing manner in which the operation opening / closing member is frequently in the second position, the frequency of the second variable entry portion being opened is increased. By setting the specific operation state, it is possible to increase interest in becoming the second specific game state.

The invention according to claim 5
A limit counter (140) that counts the number of times that the highly accurate hitting species is continuously determined;
An effect counter (141) for counting the number of hitting seeds including the first highly accurate hitting seed determined with the count value of the limit counter (140) being an initial value,
Production determination means (65a) for determining the production performed by the production means (17) between the determination of the collision type and the next determination of the collision type, from a plurality of types,
The effect determination means (65a) resets the count value of the limit counter (140) for the corresponding effect corresponding to each number of times from the time when the effect counter (141) starts counting to the same number as the specified value. And decide whether or not
After the count value of the limit counter (140) is reset, the count value of the production counter (141) is set to the specified value when a high-accuracy hitting species is determined during the application period of the specific operation state. When the hit type determined next after reaching the same number is a highly probable hit type, the effect determining means (65a) determines the corresponding effect corresponding to the count value of the limit counter (140). The gist is that it was configured.
In this way, until the number of hits is the same as the specified value, it is difficult to determine whether the highly accurate hit species are continuous or not, and after the number of hits reaches the same number as the specified value, Since it is possible to notify that the hit species have been continued again, it is possible to surprise and improve the interest.

The invention according to claim 6
After the winning game based on the specific hitting type is finished, the second variable pitching portion is more than the first variable pitching portion (125) by the game ball that has entered the working pitching portion (110). (130) is configured to transition to a specific operating state where the frequency of opening operation increases, and
The rate at which the hitting seed determining means (60a) determines the hitting seeds that can be expected to be higher than the bonus amount given by the specific hitting seeds depends on the starting condition by the first variable pitching part (125). It is set to be higher in the case where the winning determination result is triggered by the establishment of the start condition by the second variable pitching portion (130) than the case where the winning determination result is triggered by the establishment. And
As described above, after the end of the hit game based on the specific hit type, the second variable pitch portion is shifted to the specific operation state where the frequency of the opening operation is higher than that of the first variable pitch portion, and the specific hit state is set. Since the rate of determination of the hit type that can be expected to be greater than the amount of privilege granted by the seed is set so that the second variable pitching portion is higher than the first variable pitching portion, the specific hit The interest in determining the species can be further increased, and the interest in the variable entrance portion that is released when the game ball enters the operating entrance portion can be further increased.

  According to the gaming machine according to the present invention, interest in the opening of the variable pitching portion can be increased and the interest of the game can be improved.

It is a front view which shows the pachinko machine concerning Example 1 of the present invention. It is a front view which shows the game board which concerns on Example 1, Comprising: The game information display part is expanded and shown. FIG. 3 is a front view of the gaming board according to the first embodiment, in which the placement positions of the first and second composite balls are enlarged. It is a block diagram which shows the control structure of the pachinko machine of Example 1. FIG. (a) is sectional drawing of the channel | path distribution part which shows the state which has a distribution member in a 1st distribution position, (b) is the channel | path distribution part which shows the state in which a distribution member exists in a 2nd distribution position FIG. It is a principal part perspective view of a variable starting part, Comprising: (a) shows the state in which a starting port opening / closing member exists in a closed position, (b) shows the state in which a starting port opening / closing member exists in an open position. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship of the big hit game for every special figure triggered by the winning to the fixed start part of the pachinko machine of Example 1, and a variable start part. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the opening pattern of the operation port opening / closing member and the distribution operation pattern of the distribution member in the usual figure. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of a special figure input process. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of a special figure start process. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process following step B15 of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process following step B19 of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of a common figure input process. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of a common figure start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship of the selection ratio of the open pattern according to the game state at the time of determination. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship of the big hit game for every special figure triggered by the winning to the fixed starting part of the pachinko machine of Example 2, and a variable starting part. It is a principal part block diagram which shows the control structure of the pachinko machine of Example 2. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the combination pattern of the set per continuous. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship of the big hit game for every special figure triggered by the winning to the fixed start part and variable start part of the pachinko machine of Example 3. It is a principal part block diagram which shows the control structure of the pachinko machine of another Example of Example 3. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the count value of each counter for a limit in another Example of Example 3, and the effect and corresponding effect.

  Next, the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings by way of preferred embodiments. As a gaming machine, a pachinko machine in which a game is played using a pachinko ball (game ball) as a game medium will be described as an example. In the following description, “front”, “rear”, “left”, and “right” refer to the pachinko machine 10 viewed from the front side (player side) as shown in FIG. 1 unless otherwise specified. Named by state. In each figure, the symbol P indicates a pachinko sphere.

(About pachinko machine 10)
As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment is formed so as to open forward, and is installed on a base frame (not shown) of a game shop, and the front side of the bases 11 and 12. And a front member 13 that is supported so as to be openable and closable with respect to the bases 11 and 12 so as to cover the opening, and forms a front surface of the gaming machine. By installing, a gaming machine is configured. Specifically, the base of the pachinko machine 10 is formed in a rectangular frame shape that opens forward and backward, and is located on the front side of the opening of the outer frame 11 as a fixed frame that is installed in a vertical position on an installation frame base (not shown) of the amusement store. The middle frame 12 as a main body frame is assembled so as to be openable and detachable, and the game board 20 is detachably disposed on the middle frame 12. In addition, on the back side of the game board 20, a design for presentation (hereinafter referred to as a decorative drawing) is changed when a predetermined start condition is established (pachinko ball winning in each start port 32, 127, 132 described later). A symbol display device (symbol display means) 17 as an effect executing means for performing a symbol variation effect is detachably disposed. In the first embodiment, as the symbol display device 17, a liquid crystal display device in which a liquid crystal panel is housed in a housing case is employed, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a drum-type symbol display device 17 or a dot matrix is used. Various conventionally known display devices capable of stopping and variably displaying various decorative drawings such as a display device of a type can be adopted.

  A front frame 13 serving as a front member is formed on the front side of the middle frame 12 so as to be openable and closable. The front frame 13 is formed with a window 13a that opens back and forth at a position corresponding to the game area 21 of the game board 20. Yes. The front frame 13 is provided with a fluoroscopy protection plate formed of a glass plate or a transparent synthetic resin material so as to cover the window 13a, and protects the game board 20 from the front side. . In addition, ball trays 14 and 15 capable of storing pachinko balls are provided below the window 13a in the front frame 13, so that the ball trays 14 and 15 can be opened and closed integrally with the front frame 13. It has become. An upper ball tray 14 and a lower ball tray 15 are assembled to the front frame 13 of the first embodiment in a vertical positional relationship. Note that one or both of the upper and lower ball trays 14 and 15 may be assembled to the middle frame 12 separately from the front frame 13. Moreover, it can also be set as the structure provided only with one ball | bowl tray 14,15.

  In addition, an operation handle 16 for operating a ball hitting device (not shown) is provided at the lower right position on the front surface of the pachinko machine 10 (the front frame 13 in the first embodiment). The operation handle 16 includes an operation lever 16a urged in the left rotation direction. When the player turns the operation lever 16a to rotate right, the hitting ball launching device is operated, Pachinko balls stored in the ball tray 14 are fired one by one toward the game area 21 of the game board 20. Here, the hitting force of the pachinko ball by the hitting ball launcher is changed in accordance with the amount of rotation of the operation lever 16a, and the player adjusts the amount of rotation of the operation lever 16a, so that the game In the region 21, the position where the pachinko ball can reach (launch position) can be arbitrarily changed.

(About game board 20)
As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 20 is a plate-like member formed of a veneer material or a synthetic resin material, and the symbol display device 17 is disposed on the back side of the game board 20. A guide rail 22 curved in a substantially circular shape is disposed on the front surface of the game board 20, and a game area 21 in which a pachinko ball can flow down is defined by the guide rail 22. Note that a launch port 24 through which a pachinko ball launched by the hitting ball launching device is launched into the game area 21 is formed to open upward in the upper left position of the game area 21. In addition, the game board 20 is provided with installation holes (not shown) penetrating in the front and rear directions at appropriate positions, and various game board installation parts are attached to the respective installation openings. At the lowest position, an out port 23 is provided for discharging the pachinko balls launched into the game area 21 to the outside of the game board 20. Here, the game board 20 of the first embodiment has a decorative member 25 on which the display unit of the symbol display device 17 can be seen from the front side, a ball entrance unit in which a pachinko ball flowing down the game area 21 can enter, and the like. Are arranged as the game board installation parts. Here, the game board 20 according to the first embodiment is configured so as to be provided with composite ball entering portions 30 and 100 having a plurality of ball entering portions 31, 34/110, 125, and 130. Compared to the configuration in which the parts 31, 34/110, 125, and 130 are individually provided, the opening workability of the mounting opening for the game board 20 and the workability of arranging the members are improved. In the first embodiment, the first composite ball entering portion 30 and the second composite ball entering portion 100 are arranged on the game board 20. Here, when a pachinko ball enters the ball entrance that opens in the game area 21 is collectively referred to as “entry ball”, and the pachinko ball enters (enters) the ball entrance, a predetermined game condition In some cases, for example, “winning” is designated when a winning ball payout condition, a per-special-symbol determination condition described later, or a per-normal-score determination condition is satisfied.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the decoration member 25 is a member also called a center role arranged at the approximate center of the game area 21 surrounded by the guide rail 22, and is a display window 25a that opens back and forth. It is formed in the frame shape which has. And the said symbol display apparatus 17 is arrange | positioned in the back side of the game board 20 so that a display part may be located behind the display window 25a of the said decoration member 25, and the pattern from the front side of the game board 20 via the said display window 25a. It is comprised so that the display part of the display apparatus 17 can be visually recognized. In the following description, the decorative member that the display unit of the symbol display device 17 faces is referred to as a frame-shaped decorative body 25. Specifically, the frame-shaped decorative body 25 projects forward from the front surface of the game board 20 and extends so as to surround the display window 25 a, and is a partition wall that divides the game area 21 and the display unit of the symbol display device 17. And a thin plate-like base plate portion 27 extending outward from the rear edge of the partition wall portion 26. Then, with the base plate portion 27 in contact with the front surface of the game board 20, the frame-shaped decorative body 25 is fixed to the game board 20 by fixing the base plate portion 27 to the game board 20 from the front side by fixing means such as screws. The game area 21 where the pachinko balls flow down is defined outside the frame-shaped decorative body 25 (specifically, between the partition wall 26 and the guide rail 22). Yes. In addition, the said baseplate part 27 is formed in the thickness which can pass a pachinko ball on the front side in the state which attached the frame-shaped decoration body 25 to the game board 20. As shown in FIG. Further, the partition wall portion 26 of the frame-shaped decorative body 25 continuously extends from the substantially middle position of the left edge of the frame-shaped decorative body 25 (base plate portion 27) to the upper edge and the lower right edge. The pachinko ball is restricted from flowing down (falling) across the front side of the display unit in the symbol display device 17. Note that the frame-shaped decorative body 25 is not limited to a form in which the display window 25a is opened at the front and rear, but may be configured to block all or part of the display window 25a with a transparent plate or the like.

  In other words, the game area 21 defined on the game board 20 of the first embodiment includes a first ball flow path 21 a that the launched pachinko ball flows down the left side of the frame-shaped decorative body 25 and reaches the out port 23. The punched pachinko ball is partitioned into a second ball flow path 21 b that flows down the right side of the frame-shaped decorative body 25 and reaches the out port 23. Thereby, by rotating the operation lever 16a of the operation handle 16 to adjust the hitting force, a game form (left-handed) in which the pachinko ball launched from the launch port 24 flows down the first ball flow path 21a, and The player can arbitrarily select one of the game forms (right-handed) in which the pachinko ball flows down the second ball flow down path 21b. In the gaming area 21, the first and second ball flow paths 21a and 21b merge at a position below the frame-shaped decorative body 25, and the first and second ball flow paths 21a and 21b. The out port 23 is provided in a region where the pachinko spheres that have flown down each of them are discharged.

  The game board 20 is provided with a large number of game nails G in the game area 21, and a rotation guide member K that rotates in accordance with the contact of the pachinko balls flowing down the game area 21 is rotatably supported. The pachinko ball flow direction is irregularly changed by contact with the game nail G or the rotation guide member K. The rotation guide member K is a member also called a “windmill” having a plurality of (for example, three) contact pieces (not shown) radially from the center of rotation, and is used to contact pachinko balls with the contact pieces. Along with this, the rotation guide member K is rotated so as to release the pachinko ball in the left-right direction. In the first embodiment, the rotation guide member K is disposed on the left side of the frame-shaped decorative body 25 (that is, the first spherical flow path 21a).

  As shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the frame-shaped decorative body 25 is provided with a stage 28 below the display window 25a (the inner peripheral lower edge of the frame-shaped decorative body 25). The partition wall 26 forming the left side of the display window 25a (the side on the first ball flow path 21a side) is provided with a ball introduction part 29 that opens to the game area 21 and communicates with the stage 28. The pachinko ball flowing down the game area 21 (first ball flow path 21 a) can be taken into the inside (stage 28) of the frame-shaped decorative body 25 of the ball introduction portion 29. And the discharge part 28b-28c which inclines below toward the front (game area | region 21) is formed in the rolling surface 28a which forms the upper surface of the said stage 28, and the pachinko ball which rolls the said rolling surface 28a is used. It is comprised so that it may discharge to the game area | region 21 from the discharge parts 28b-28c. Here, a plurality of discharge portions 28b to 28c are formed on the stage 28 above the first composite ball entry portion 30 to be described later, and pachinko balls are discharged from any of the discharge portions 28b to 28c. It is like that. Specifically, a first discharge part 28b positioned vertically above a fixed start port 32 (described later) in the first composite ball entry part 30 and two left and right sides of the first discharge part 28b. The second discharge portions 28c and 28c are provided, and the pachinko ball on the stage 28 is discharged from the first discharge portion 28b, so that the fixed start port is more than that discharged from the second discharge portions 28c and 28c. It is configured so that it is easy to win 32 (enter a ball). That is, by configuring the pachinko sphere flowing down the first sphere flow path 21a so that the stage 28 can guide the pachinko sphere up to the position where the first composite ball entry portion 30 (fixed start port 32) is disposed, The pachinko balls flowing down the first ball flow path 21a are more likely to win the fixed start port 32 than the pachinko balls flowing down the path 21b.

(About the club)
As shown in FIG. 2 to FIG. 3, the game board 20 is provided with a plurality of entrance portions into which pachinko balls flowing down the game area 21 can enter, and the entrance portions into which pachinko balls enter A predetermined game proceeds according to the game. Specifically, in the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment, the pachinko ball that flows down the first and second ball flow paths 21a and 21b by the fixed start unit (specific start unit) 31 serving as the ball input unit enters the ball. In addition to being provided at a possible position, a starting gate part (predetermined entrance part) 34 as the entrance part (predetermined entrance part) 34, a special prize part 40, and variable entrance parts 110, 125, and 130 pass through the second ball flow path 21b. It is provided at a position where a falling pachinko ball can enter. The game board 20 of the first embodiment is provided with a normal winning portion 45 as a pitching portion so as to be positioned in the first ball flow path 21a, and a pachinko ball that has flowed down the first ball flow path 21a is normally used. The winning section 45 can be won. In addition, you may arrange | position the normal winning part which the pachinko ball which flowed down this 2nd ball flow path 21b can win in the said 2nd ball flow path 21b. Here, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the fixed starting portion 31 and the starting gate portion 34 are provided in the first composite entrance portion 30, and the variable entrance portions 110, 125, and 130 are provided in the first place. 2 is arranged on the game board 20 as a composite ball entering portion 100.

(Regarding the first composite entrance 30)
As shown in FIG. 3, the first composite ball entry section 30 has a ball entrance at a position where a pachinko ball flowing down the game area 21 (first ball flow paths 21 a and 21 b in the first embodiment) can enter. A fixed start portion 31 having a fixed start port 32 as a gate and a gate as a entrance at a position where a pachinko ball flowing down the game area 21 (the second ball flow path 21b in the first embodiment) can enter. A starting gate portion 34 having a mouth 35 is provided. The fixed starter 31 is provided in the game area 21 so that the fixed start port 32 opens with a constant opening width, and the pachinko ball that has flowed down the game area 21 to the position where the fixed starter 31 is arranged has a certain probability. Can enter the ball. In addition, the start gate portion 34 is provided so that the gate opening 35 opens with a certain opening width in the game area 21, and a pachinko ball that has flowed down the game area 21 to the position where the start gate portion 34 is disposed is constant. You can enter with the probability of.

  Here, in the first composite ball entering unit 30, the pachinko ball winning the fixed starting unit 31 is detected by a ball detection sensor (ball detection means) 75 wired to the main control board 60. 4 (see FIG. 4), and a special figure hit determination (hit determination) described later is executed when the ball detection sensor 75 detects a pachinko ball and a detection signal is input to the main control board 60. It is set as follows. Further, in the first composite ball entry section 30, the pachinko balls that have entered the start gate section 34 are configured to be detected by a ball detection sensor 76 that is wired to the main control board 60 (see FIG. 4), a hitting determination to be described later when the ball detection sensor 76 detects a pachinko ball and a detection signal is input to the main control board 60 (opening determination as to whether or not the opening operation is permitted). Is set to be executed, and the operation for opening and closing the operation opening portion 110 (operation A first solenoid 113 (described later) is driven to open the opening / closing member 112. Then, the opening operation of the opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance ball portion 110 is opened, so that the opening operation of the opening / closing members 126, 131 of the variable entry portion 125, 130 is allowed (the opening operation can be performed). It has become. In this way, the first composite pitching unit 30 is a pitching unit that satisfies a special figure determination condition for determining whether or not to cause a game per special figure to be triggered by a win (payment) of a pachinko ball. Specifically, the fixed starter 31) and an open determination for determining whether or not to allow the opening operation of the opening and closing members 126, 131 of the variable ball-injecting portions 125, 130 with the entrance of a pachinko ball as an opportunity It is configured as a unit member provided with a ball entrance portion (specifically, a start gate portion 34) that satisfies the condition. The special figure determination condition is a starting condition for executing a game based on a predetermined lottery.

  In the following description, the ball detection sensor that detects the pachinko ball that has won the fixed starter 31 is referred to as a fixed start detection sensor 75, and the ball detection sensor that detects the pachinko ball that has entered the start gate unit 34 is gated. Assume that the sensor 76 is designated. The start gate portion 34 is formed such that the outlet always opens in the game area 21 (specifically, the second ball flow path 21b), and the pachinko ball that has entered the gate port 35 is the start gate portion 34. And is discharged as it is to the game area 21 (second ball flow path 21b). Further, in the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment, the award ball payout condition is established when the pachinko ball enters the fixed starter 31 (detection of the pachinko ball by the fixed start detection sensor 75). A predetermined number (three in the first embodiment) of prize balls is paid out in accordance with the input of a detection signal from the fixed start detection sensor 75 to the main control board 60. In the first embodiment, the award ball payout condition is set not to be satisfied when the pachinko ball enters the start gate unit 34. However, the award ball payout condition may also be satisfied. Good.

(Regarding the second composite entry portion 100)
As shown in FIG. 3, the second composite ball entering portion 100 is disposed on the game board 20 so as to be biased to one of the first ball flow path 21 a and the second ball flow path 21 b. Thus, a plurality of (three in the first embodiment) variable ball entering portions 110, 125, and 130 are provided so that pachinko balls flowing down the unevenly arranged ball flow paths can enter. In the first embodiment, the second composite ball entry portion 100 is disposed in the second ball flow path 21b, and only pachinko balls flowing down the second ball flow path 21b are variable ball positions 110, 125, It is comprised so that it can enter 130. The variable entrance portions 110, 125, and 130 vary the entrance widths 111, 127, and 132 into which pachinko balls can enter and the opening widths of the entrance ports 111, 127, and 132 with respect to the second ball flow path 21b. Opening and closing members 112, 126, and 131 are provided, and the ease of entering pachinko balls into the corresponding entrances 111, 127, and 132 is changed (variable) as the opening and closing members 112, 126, and 131 are operated. It is the entrance part comprised so that.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 3, in the first embodiment, the first solenoid 113 as the electric driving means is connected to the opening / closing member 112 as the variable pitching portion, and the opening / closing member 112 is driven as the first solenoid 113 is driven. The opening / closing members 126 and 131 are operated in accordance with physical contact between the electric variable ball entrance 110 that opens and closes and the pachinko ball that has entered the entrance 111 of the electric variable ball entrance 110. Mechanical variable pitching portions 125 and 130 are provided. In the first embodiment, one electric variable pitching portion 110 and two mechanical variable pitching portions 125 and 130 are provided.

  Here, the mechanical variable ball entrance portions 125 and 130 are configured such that the entered pachinko balls are detected by ball detection sensors 77 and 78 connected to the main control board 60 by wiring (see FIG. 4). ). The ball detection sensors 77 and 78 detect pachinko balls and the detection signal is input to the main control board 60, so that the award ball payout condition is established. As the detection signal is input from 78 to the main control board 60, a predetermined number (three in the first embodiment) of prize balls is paid out. Then, when a pachinko ball enters one of the mechanical variable balls 125 and 130 (variable ball 125) (detection of the pachinko ball by the ball detection sensor 77), a hit per special figure (hit determination) ) Is executed (the start condition for the first special figure fluctuation display described later is satisfied), and the other of the mechanical variable ball entering portions 125 and 130 (the variable ball entering portion 130) is It is configured so that a special figure hit determination (hit determination) is executed (a start condition for a second special figure fluctuation display described later is satisfied) triggered by the pachinko ball entering (detection of a pachinko ball by the ball detection sensor 78). ing. In addition, you may make it vary the number of prize balls paid out by the variable pitching parts 125 and 130 into which a pachinko ball enters.

  In the following description, the variable ball entrance portion in which the opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the first solenoid 113 is referred to as an operation ball entrance portion 110, and the entrance port of the operation entrance ball portion 110 is referred to as an operation aperture 111. The opening / closing member of the operating ball entrance 110 will be referred to as the operating port opening / closing member 112. In addition, the first special figure is triggered by the entrance of the pachinko ball among the variable entrance portions where the opening and closing members 126 and 131 are opened and closed when the entrance to the operation entrance portion 110 (operation port 111) is entered. The variable pitching portion where the start condition of the variable display is satisfied is referred to as a first variable starting portion (first variable pitching portion) 125, and the pitching entrance (variable pitching entrance) of the variable starting portion 125 is the first. The variable start port 127 is designated and the opening / closing member of the variable start part 125 is designated as a first start port opening / closing member (first opening / closing member) 126. Further, the second special figure is triggered by the entrance of the pachinko ball among the variable entrance portions where the opening and closing members 126 and 131 are opened and closed when the entrance to the operation entrance portion 110 (operation port 111) is entered. The variable pitching portion where the start condition of the variable display is satisfied is referred to as a second variable starting portion (second variable pitching portion) 130, and the pitching entrance (variable pitching entrance) of the second variable starting portion 130 is referred to as the second variable starting portion 130. The opening / closing member of the second variable starting portion 130 is referred to as a second starting opening / closing member (second opening / closing member) 131 while the second variable starting port 132 is designated. The ball detection sensor that detects the pachinko ball that has entered the first variable starter 125 is referred to as a first variable start detection sensor 77, and the ball detection sensor that detects the pachinko ball that has entered the second variable starter 130. Is referred to as a second variable start detection sensor 78. In the embodiment, the second variable starter 130 is provided above (upstream side) of the first variable starter 125 in the second spherical flow path 21b, up to the position where the first variable starter 125 is disposed. Before the pachinko ball flows down, the second variable start port 132 can be awarded according to the open / closed state of the second variable start unit 130.

(About the special prize winning section 40)
As shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the special winning portion (special winning means) 40 is arranged on the side where the second composite winning portion 100 is disposed in the first and second spherical flow paths 21a and 21b. It is provided so as to be biased to the path. In the first embodiment, the special winning portion 40 is provided so as to be positioned in the second ball flow path 21b, and only the pachinko balls flowing down the second ball flow path 21b can win the special prize portion 40. Has been. Here, the special winning portion 40 is configured to be located upstream of the position where the second composite ball portion 100 is disposed. Accordingly, the pachinko ball that has flowed down the second ball flow path 21b without winning the special winning portion 40 moves toward the second composite ball portion 100, so that the operation ball portion 110 and the variable start portion are moved. 125,130 can be entered.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 3, the special winning portion 40 is a special opening / closing member that opens and closes a special winning opening 41 as a winning opening that opens in the game area 21 (second ball flow path 21 b). 43, and is configured to be displaced between a closed position where the special opening / closing member 43 is closed and an open position where the special opening / closing member 43 is opened in accordance with driving of a special prize solenoid 42 (see FIG. 4) as driving means. In the first embodiment, the special opening / closing member 43 is configured to open and close the special winning opening 41 by swinging about a shaft extending in the front-rear direction. A state in which 41 is closed is shown by a solid line in FIG. Further, the special prize winning section 40 is provided with a special prize detection sensor 79 (see FIG. 4) as a special prize detection means for detecting a pachinko ball that has entered the special prize opening 41, and the special prize detection sensor. 79 is wired to the main control board 60. The special payout detection condition is set so that the payout condition for the winning ball is established when the pachinko ball enters the special winning portion 40 (detection of the pachinko ball by the special winning detection sensor 79). A predetermined number (15 in the first embodiment) of prize balls is paid out in accordance with the input of the detection signal to the substrate 60. Here, the determination of the special figure determination performed when the pachinko ball enters either the fixed starter 31 or the variable starter 125, 130 becomes a hit (big hit or small hit) determination result. Thus, a winning game (a big hit game or a small hit game) for opening the special winning portion 40 is given, and the special winning solenoid 42 is connected to the main control board 60 according to a predetermined opening / closing condition corresponding to the type of the winning game. Is driven and controlled.

(Regular winning part 45)
As shown in FIG. 2, the normal winning portion 45 is provided in the game board 20 so that a normal winning port 46 through which a pachinko ball can be won (entered) is opened at a lower left position of the game area 21. Yes. The normal winning portion 45 is provided in the gaming area 21 so that a normal winning opening 46 opens with a certain opening width, and the gaming area 21 (specifically, the first ball) is provided up to the position where the normal winning portion 45 is arranged. The pachinko ball that has flowed down the flow path 21a) can enter the regular winning opening 46, which is always open, with a certain probability. In the first embodiment, three normal winning portions 45 are provided in the first ball flow path 21 a of the game board 20. Here, each normal winning section 45 is provided with a normal winning detection sensor 48 (see FIG. 4) as a winning detection means for detecting a pachinko ball that has won the normal winning opening 46. The main control board 60 is connected by wiring. The payout condition for the winning ball is set to be satisfied when the pachinko ball enters the normal winning portion 45 (detection of the pachinko ball by the normal winning detection sensor 48), and the main control is performed from the normal winning detection sensor 48. As the detection signal is input to the substrate 60, a predetermined number (four in the first embodiment) of prize balls are paid out.

  That is, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, various winning information (various random number information to be described later) is main when one of the fixed start detection sensor 75 and the variable start detection sensors 77 and 78 detects a pachinko ball. Acquired by the control CPU 60a, a special figure hit determination (hit determination) is performed based on the acquired information. Specifically, various winning information acquired with the detection of the sensors 75, 77, 78 is temporarily stored in the main control RAM 60c as the first special figure start hold information or the second special figure start hold information, The first special figure start hold information or the second special figure start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c is read at the timing of executing the predetermined special figure determination, and the determination is performed. Then, based on the result of the special symbol determination, special symbol display is executed in special symbol display units 50A and 50B (described later), and a symbol variation effect is executed in the symbol display device 17. . In addition, as a result of the special symbol variation display in the special symbol display units 50A and 50B, the symbol that is a predetermined hit display is confirmed and stopped, and the symbol display is performed as a result of the symbol variation effect on the symbol display device 17. A winning combination advantageous to the player is given to the player 17 by a combination of symbols (for example, three sets of the same decorative drawing) that are displayed in a predetermined manner on the device 17, and a winning game is generated. Accordingly, the special winning portion 40 is opened under a predetermined opening condition so that the player can have an opportunity to win a prize ball.

  Here, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the pachinko balls flow down the first ball flow path 21a due to the shape of the frame-shaped decorative body 25 (configuration of the stage 28, etc.), the arrangement of the game nails G, and the like. In the case (left-handed game), the pachinko ball is placed in the fixed starting part 31 (fixed starting port 32) of the first composite ball entering part 30 as compared with the case where the pachinko ball flows down the second ball flow path 21b. It is configured to increase the possibility of entering (winning). In addition, when the pachinko ball flows down through the second ball flow path 21b (in the case of a right-handed game), the first composite ball entry portion 30 is compared with the case where the pachinko ball flows down the first ball flow path 21a. Starting gate part 34 (gate opening 35), working ball entering part 110 (working opening 111) of the second composite ball entering part 100, variable starting parts 125, 130 (variable starting openings 127, 132), special winning part 40 (special winning opening 41) is configured to increase the possibility that a pachinko ball will enter (win). Therefore, the player can actively switch between left-handed game and right-handed game by rotating the operation lever 16a, so that the winning portion where the pachinko ball can win can be switched. In the first embodiment, the pachinko ball that has flowed down the second ball flow path 21b is configured not to win the fixed starter 31 and the pachinko ball that has flowed down the first ball flow path 21a is the start gate 34. It becomes impossible to win a prize at the (gate opening 35), the operation entrance 110 (operation opening 111), the variable start sections 125, 130 (variable start openings 127, 132), and the special winning section 40 (special winning opening 41). ing. As described above, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the first composite ball entering portion 30 is placed on the game board 20 so that the ball starting paths 31a and 21b that are easy to enter the ball are different between the fixed start portion 31 and the start gate portion 34. By arranging in the above, it is possible to realize a game in which the player actively switches the ball flow down paths 21a and 21b through which the pachinko balls flow down according to the game state.

(Concerning the specific configuration of the second composite entrance portion 100)
In the second composite ball entry portion 100, the operation ball entry portion 110, the first variable start portion 125, and the second variable start portion 130 are disposed on the back side of the main body member 105 fixed to the game board 20, respectively. Then, the main body member 105 is fixed from the front surface of the game board 20. In addition, the second composite ball entry portion 100 includes the operation ball entry portion 110 disposed upstream of the variable starting portions 125 and 130 in the second ball flow down path 21b. A passage distribution unit (distribution means) 120 is provided that distributes the pachinko balls that have entered the working port 111 to a plurality of ball passages (specifically, the first and second branch passages 116 and 117). ing. Here, the passage allocating unit 120 according to the first embodiment has the operating port 111 in either the first branch passage 116 communicating with the first variable starter 125 or the second branch passage 117 communicating with the second variable starter 130. The pachinko balls entered into the operation port 111 are moved by the passage distribution in the passage distribution unit 120 to cause the first variable starter 125 or the first pachinko ball to be distributed. 2 It is guided to either of the variable starter 130.

(About the operation entrance 110)
As shown in FIG. 3, the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance portion 110 is supported so as to be able to rotate around a rotation axis extending in the front-rear direction, and is opposed to the operation opening 111. A pair of left and right is provided. The operation port opening / closing member 112 has a first position (a solid line position in FIG. 3) that is opposed to the pachinko ball at an interval at which the pachinko ball can pass, and a second position at which an interval through which the pachinko ball can pass is larger than the first position The position of the operation port opening / closing member 112 is held at the first position when the first solenoid 113 is not driven. It has become. In the first embodiment, the restricting portion 114 is provided above the pair of operating port opening / closing members 112, 112 that are in the first position, and the second bulb descends at the first position of the operating port opening / closing members 112, 112. The pachinko ball flowing down the path 21b is configured so as not to enter the working ball entrance 110. That is, the pachinko ball that flows down the game area 21 (second ball flow path 21b) in a state where the working port opening / closing member 112 is in the first position is configured not to enter the working ball entering part 110, As the first solenoid 113 is driven, the operation port opening / closing member 112 is displaced from the first position to the second position, so that the pachinko ball flowing down the game area 21 (second ball flow path 21b) is actuated by the ball. It is configured to be able to enter 110 (to facilitate entering). In other words, the first position of the operation port opening / closing members 112, 112 is a closed position that prevents the pachinko ball from entering the operation ball entry section 110 (operation port 111). The second position is an open position that allows a pachinko ball to enter the operation entrance portion 110 (operation port 111). In addition, it replaces with the structure which restrict | limits the entrance to the operation | movement entrance ball part 110 with the control part 114 in the state in which the operation port opening-and-closing member 112,112 exists in a 1st position, A pair of operation port in the state in a 1st position It is possible to adopt a configuration in which the distance between the opening and closing members 112 and 112 is such that pachinko balls cannot pass.

(About the passage allocation unit 120)
As shown in FIG. 5, the passage allocating unit 120 distributes the pachinko balls passing through the communication passage 115 communicating with the working port 111 to one of the first and second branch passages 116 and 117. A sorting member 121 and a second solenoid 122 (see FIG. 4) as electric drive means connected to the sorting member 121 are provided. The sorting member 121 has a first sorting position (see FIG. 5 (a)) that allows the pachinko ball that enters the working port 111 and passes through the communication path 115 to pass through the first branch path 116, and The pachinko ball passing through the communication passage 115 is provided so as to be able to move between the second distribution position (see FIG. 5B) through which the pachinko ball passes through the second branch passage 117, and drives the second solenoid 122. By controlling, the sorting member 121 moves to the first and second sorting positions. In the first embodiment, the first branch passage 116 is formed to extend laterally (left side in the first embodiment) from the distribution area of the pachinko balls by the distribution member 121, and the second The branch passage 117 is formed to extend downward from the distribution region. That is, at the first distribution position, the distribution member 121 closes the entrance of the second branch passage 117 so that pachinko balls cannot pass, and at the second distribution position, the distribution member 121 moves the second branch passage. The pachinko ball is opened to the side of the second branch passage 117 so that the pachinko ball can pass through by retracting from the ball entrance 117 to the side.

(Variable starter 125, 130)
As shown in FIG. 3, the first variable starter 125 can be displaced to a closed position (see FIG. 3) for closing the first variable start port 127 and an open position for opening the first variable start port 127. The first starter opening / closing member 126, a first operating member 138 as an operating unit provided so that the pachinko ball passing through the first branch passage 116 can come into contact with the pachinko ball P, and the first operating member 138; The first variable start port 127 is provided with a second operating member 139 as an operating portion that is provided so that a winning pachinko ball can come into contact with the first variable starting port 127 and operates in accordance with the contact of the pachinko ball (see FIG. 6). Specifically, the first starter opening / closing member 126 that is operated in accordance with the contact with the pachinko ball that has entered the operating port 111 in a state where the first starter opening / closing member 126 is in the closed position is the first starter opening / closing member. The member 126 is displaced from the closed position to the open position, and the second actuating member 139 is operated in accordance with the contact with the pachinko ball that has won the first variable start opening 127 in a state where the first start opening / closing member 126 is in the open position. However, the first start opening / closing member 126 is configured to be displaced from the open position to the closed position. That is, for the first operating member 138 of the first variable starter 125, the normal hit determination (open determination as to whether or not the open operation is permitted) becomes the normal hit (determination result that allows the open operation). As a trigger, the operation opening / closing member 112 that is allowed to open is activated by entering the operation port 111 while the operation port opening / closing member 112 is open, and functions as an opening operation means for opening the first start port opening / closing member 126. . Further, the second actuating member 139 of the first variable starting part 125 is operated by entering the first variable starting port 127 while the first starting port opening / closing member 126 is opened, so that the first starting port opening / closing member is operated. It functions as a closing operation means for closing 126.

  Similarly, as shown in FIG. 3, the second variable starter 130 is in a closed position (see FIG. 3) for closing the second variable start port 132 and an open position for opening the second variable start port 132. A first actuating member provided so that the displaceable second start opening / closing member 131 and a pachinko ball passing through the second branch passage 117 communicating with the actuating port 111 can come into contact with each other and actuate in accordance with the pachinko ball contact. 138 and a second actuating member 139 which is provided so that the winning pachinko ball can be brought into contact with the second variable start port 132 and is operated in accordance with the pachinko ball contact (see FIG. 6). Then, in a state where the second start port opening / closing member 131 is in the closed position, the first actuating member 138 that is operated in accordance with the contact with the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111 causes the second start port opening / closing member 131 to move. The second actuating member 139, which is operated in accordance with the contact with the pachinko ball that has won the second variable start port 132 in the state where the second start port opening / closing member 131 is in the open position while being displaced from the closed position to the open position, The second start opening / closing member 131 is configured to be displaced from the open position to the closed position. That is, for the first operating member 138 of the second variable starter 130, the normal hit determination (open determination as to whether or not the open operation is permitted) becomes the normal hit (determination result that permits the open operation). As a trigger, the operation opening / closing member 112 that is allowed to open is activated by entering the operation port 111 during the opening of the operation port opening / closing member 112, and functions as an opening operation means for opening the second start port opening / closing member 131. . Further, the second actuating member 139 of the second variable starting part 130 is operated by entering the second variable starting port 132 while the second starting port opening / closing member 131 is opened, and thereby the second starting port opening / closing member. It functions as a closing operation means for closing 131.

  Here, an example of a structure for opening and closing the first start port opening / closing member 126 and the second start port opening / closing member 131 by the contact of the pachinko balls in the first variable start portion 125 and the second variable start portion 130 will be described. As shown in FIG. 6, each of the opening / closing members 126 and 131 is formed in a so-called flap shape that gradually becomes thinner upward, and its lower end side is supported by a rotating shaft (not shown). Each open / close member between a closed position (see FIG. 6A) with the (end) oriented upward and an open position (see FIG. 6B) with the tip oriented obliquely left upward 126 and 131 are configured to swing. Each of the opening / closing members 126 and 131 is formed with an engagement piece 137 protruding in the radial direction from the center of rotation.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 6, the second actuating member 139 provided in each of the first variable starter 125 and the second variable starter 130 is engaged with the engagement pieces 137 of the corresponding opening / closing members 126 and 131. The engagement position to be engaged and the release position from which the engagement with the engagement piece 137 is released are configured to be rotationally displaceable. The second operating member 139 in the engaging position is configured to abut and engage with the engaging piece 137 in the rotational direction of the corresponding opening / closing member 126, 131 in a state where the opening / closing members 126, 131 are in the closed position. Thus, the rotation of the open / close members 126 and 131 from the closed position to the open position is restricted by the contact action of the engagement piece 137 and the second operating member 139. The first actuating member 138 swung by the contact of the pachinko balls passing through the corresponding branch passages 116 and 117 is configured to actuate the second actuating member 139 to displace it to the release position. By releasing the engagement between 137 and the second actuating member 139, each of the opening and closing members 126 and 131 is rotated by its own weight from the closed position to the open position. In the open position, the engagement pieces 137 of the opening and closing members 126 and 131 corresponding to the rotation trajectory of the second actuating member 139 are positioned so that the contact with the pachinko ball moves from the release position to the engagement position. When the second actuated member 139 that is rotationally operated pushes down the engagement piece 137, the corresponding opening / closing members 126, 131 are configured to rotate from the open position to the closed position. In addition, it is not restricted to this, Various structures are employable. For example, a latch mechanism is provided so that a predetermined number (for example, two) of pachinko balls come into contact with the second operating member 139 so that the engaging pieces 137 of the opening and closing members 126 and 131 are pushed down. Can be configured to operate. Note that the opening / closing members 126 and 131 of the first variable starter 125 and the second variable starter 130 are not necessarily configured to be opened / closed by contact with the pachinko balls, and the first variable starter 125 and the second variable starter 125 are not necessarily the same. Different configurations can be adopted for each variable starter 130.

(About the game information display part M)
A game information display section M for displaying various game information determined by the main control CPU 60a is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 20 (in the first embodiment, the outer right lower position of the game area 21). By checking the game information display unit M, game information necessary for the game can be appropriately checked. Here, the game information display unit M of the first embodiment includes special figure display units 50A and 50B, special figure hold display units 52 and 53, and a general figure display unit 55 as game state display units for displaying the game information. In addition, an ordinary map hold display unit 56, a right-handed display unit 58, and the like are provided. The front surface of the game information display unit M is covered with a light-transmitting cover body Ma so that various game information displayed on the game information display unit M can be confirmed via the cover body Ma. It is configured.

(About special map display)
As shown in FIG. 2, the special figure display parts 50A and 50B are activated by winning the fixed start part 31 and the variable start parts 125 and 130, and result of special figure determination (lottery per special figure). Is a display unit that displays a special symbol for notification (hereinafter referred to as a special diagram) in a identifiable manner. Here, the special figure display units 50A and 50B include a first special figure display unit 50A that starts the variable display of the special figure in response to the winning of the fixed start unit 31 or the first variable start unit 125, and the second variable display unit 50A. It includes a second special figure display unit 50B that starts displaying the variation of the special figure in response to the winning of the starting unit 130, and each of the special figure display units 50A and 50B is plural (eight in the first embodiment). LED lamp. Then, triggered by the winning of a pachinko ball to the fixed starter 31 or the first variable starter 125, a special figure fluctuation display is performed in which the LED lamp of the first special figure display unit 50A is turned on and off sequentially. Finally, one of a plurality of special drawings is displayed according to the lighting position (lighting pattern) at which the lighting of the LED lamp is confirmed and stopped. Also, triggered by the winning of a pachinko ball to the second variable starter 130, a blinking fluctuation display is performed in which the LED lamp of the second special figure display unit 50B is turned on / off, and finally the LED lamp is turned on. Is configured to display one of a plurality of types of special figures depending on the lighting position (lighting pattern) at which is fixedly stopped. In addition, although the special figure display part 50A, 50B of Example 1 is comprised so that a special figure may be displayed by the lighting position of LED, it is not restricted to this, The form which can change a lighting position suitably and can finally carry out a lighting display Any other display means that can display a 7-segment display, a dot matrix, a small liquid crystal display, and other special drawings can be used.

  Here, the special figure is a notification pattern indicating the result of the internal lottery such as whether or not the big hit or the small hit, and each of the special figure display units 50A and 50B has a plurality of types depending on the lighting position of the light emitting display unit. The special figure of can be displayed. Specifically, as the special charts that can be displayed in each of the special chart display units 50A and 50B, there are 100 special charts as a big hit display (big hit symbol) capable of recognizing a big hit, and an outlier display that can recognize a deviation ( One type of special figure is set for each special figure display unit 50A, 50B, and one special figure is determined according to the result of lottery per special figure. As a result of the display, the determined special figure is displayed on the special figure display units 50A and 50B in a fixed stop state. It should be noted that the numbers of special symbols as the jackpot symbol and the off symbol that can be displayed on each of the special symbol display units 50A and 50B described above are examples, and can be changed as appropriate. Then, a special figure as a winning display (big hit display) is displayed on either of the special figure display portions 50A, 50B, so that a winning game corresponding to the winning display (big hit game) is subsequently given to the player. It has come to be. The jackpot game set in the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment will be described in detail later. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, a small hit game in which the game state does not change before and after the hit game is not set, but the small hit game can be set. Further, in the following description, the special figure fluctuation display performed in the first special figure display unit 50A is referred to as “first special figure fluctuation display”, and as a result of the first special figure fluctuation display, the first special figure display unit 50A. The special figure displayed in a fixed stop state may be referred to as special figure 1. Similarly, the special figure fluctuation display performed in the second special figure display unit 50B is referred to as “second special figure fluctuation display”, and as a result of the second special figure fluctuation display, the fixed stop display is displayed on the second special figure display unit 50B. The special figure to be made may be referred to as special figure 2.

(About special figure hold display sections 52 and 53)
The special figure holding display units 52 and 53 are information on winnings (random numbers for determination per special figure) acquired when a pachinko ball wins the fixed starting unit 31, the first variable starting unit 125 and the second variable starting unit 130. Are stored as special figure start hold information in the storage means (in the first embodiment, the main control RAM 60c), the number of hold of the special figure start hold information is displayed in an identifiable manner. It is a display unit. Here, as shown in FIG. 2, the special figure hold display units 52 and 53 receive the winning information (various random number information) acquired when the pachinko ball wins the fixed starting unit 31 and the first variable starting unit 125. ) Is displayed as the first special figure start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c. The first special figure hold display section 52 displays the number of holds, and the winning information acquired when the pachinko ball wins the second variable start section 130. The main control RAM 60c includes a second special figure hold display unit 53 that displays the number of holds stored in the main control RAM 60c as the second special figure start hold information. Each of the special figure hold display units 52 and 53 includes a plurality of pieces. The light emitting display unit is composed of two (two in the first embodiment). There is provided a first special figure hold display section 52 having a light emitting display section composed of a plurality of LEDs (two in the first embodiment) for displaying the number of hold of the first special figure start hold information. A second special figure hold display unit 53 is provided in which a light emitting display unit is configured from a plurality of LEDs (two in the first embodiment) that display the number of hold of the figure start hold information. That is, according to the display contents of the first and second special figure hold display sections 52 and 53, the number of the first special figure fluctuation display and the second special figure fluctuation display that are held (the number of the reserved special figure determination is held). Frequency) is notified.

  Here, the number of holds of the first special figure start hold information displayed on the first special figure hold display section 52 is incremented by 1 when the pachinko ball wins the fixed start section 31 and the first variable start section 125. In addition, 1 is subtracted every time a special figure determination based on the first special figure start hold information (that is, the first special figure variation display (design variation effect)) is performed. Further, the number of the second special figure start hold information displayed on the second special figure hold display section 53 is incremented by 1 when the pachinko ball wins the second variable start section 130, and the second Each time a special figure determination based on the special figure start hold information (second special figure fluctuation display (design fluctuation effect)) is made, 1 is subtracted. Note that a predetermined upper limit number (“4” for both in the first embodiment) is set for the number of holds of the first and second special figure start hold information, and the first and second numbers up to the upper limit number are set. It is set so that the number of holdings of the special figure start hold information can be added. Each of the first and second special figure hold display sections 52 and 53 is composed of a plurality of adjacent (two in the first embodiment) LEDs, and each start hold storage number is “1” to “ In the case of “2”, the corresponding special figure hold display sections 52 and 53 are sequentially lit in a predetermined order (for example, left and right), and in the case where each start hold storage number is “3” to “4” Since the hold display sections 52 and 53 blink sequentially in a predetermined order (for example, left and right), the player can grasp the number of holds of each special figure start hold information.

  Here, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, when the second special figure start hold information acquired in response to the winning of the second variable starter 130 is stored in the main control RAM 60c, the fixed starter 31 and even if the first special figure start hold information acquired upon winning a prize to the first variable start unit 125 is stored in the main control RAM 60c, the special figure hit determination based on the second special figure start hold information Is preferentially executed by the main control CPU 60a, and the symbol change effect (special symbol change display) based on the determination result of the special symbol determination is executed by the symbol display device 17.

(About the general map display 55)
The normal symbol display unit 55 is a notification normal symbol indicating a result of a universal symbol determination (opening determination) that is performed when the pachinko ball of the gate sensor 76 is detected (passage of the pachinko ball of the start gate unit 34). (Hereinafter referred to as a general map) is a display unit that displays the information in an identifiable manner. Here, as shown in FIG. 2, the general-purpose display unit 55 is configured by a plurality of (two in the first embodiment) LED lamps, and the pachinko ball detection of the gate sensor 76 (of the start gate unit 34). When the pachinko ball passes), the LED display on the normal display 55 is turned on and off sequentially. (Pattern) displays one of multiple types of common maps. In addition, although the common figure display part 55 of Example 1 is comprised so that a common figure may be displayed by the lighting position of LED, it changes not only to this but changes a display mode suitably, and finally lights up. Any display form may be used, and a 7-segment display, a dot matrix, a small liquid crystal display, and other display means capable of displaying a common map can be employed.

  Specifically, the common figure that can be displayed in the common figure display unit 55 includes one kind of common figure as a hit display (design per common figure) that can recognize the winning per common figure (per common figure). , One type of common map is set as an error display that can recognize the error, and one common map determined according to the judgment result of the universal map is displayed as a variable As a result, a fixed stop display is displayed on the general map display section 55. In addition, the number of the common figure as a symbol per common figure which can be displayed in the general figure display part 55 mentioned above and a common figure is an example, Comprising: It can change suitably. Then, a general map as a hit display is displayed on the general map display unit 55, so that the opening control of the operating ball entering unit 110 is continuously given to the player. The universal map display unit 55 according to the first embodiment functions as a variable display unit that displays a variation display (hereinafter sometimes referred to as a universal map variation display) in accordance with the detection of the gate sensor 76 and displays the determination result of the universal map determination. To do. In other words, the universal symbol display unit 55 of the first embodiment functions as a display unit that performs symbol variation in accordance with the detection of the gate sensor 76 (ball passage detection unit) and displays the determination result of the universal symbol determination (open determination). To do.

(Regarding the general map hold display section 56)
The general map hold display unit 56 stores release determination information (various random number information such as random numbers for determination per general map) acquired when the pachinko ball passes through the start gate unit 34 in a storage means (implementation). In Example 1, when storing as general-purpose start hold information in the main control RAM 60c), the display unit displays the number of hold of the general-purpose start hold information in an identifiable manner. Here, as shown in FIG. 2, the universal map hold display unit 56 is composed of a plurality of (two in the first embodiment) light emitting display units, depending on the display contents of the general map hold display unit 56. The number of changes in the usual map that is put on hold is notified. When the pachinko ball passes through the start gate unit 34, the base map start display storage number displayed in the base map hold display unit 56 is incremented by one, and the base map per unit determination based on the base map start hold information (the base map change display) 1 is subtracted every time. Note that a predetermined upper limit number (“4” in the first embodiment) is set as the number of normal start reserved memories, and the normal start reserved memory number can be added up to the upper limit number.

(Right-handed display 58)
The right-handed display unit 58 is a display unit that displays in a identifiable manner that a right-handed game state in which a right-handed game for launching a pachinko ball to the second ball flow path 21b is scheduled. In the first embodiment, a game state in which a winning game (big hit game) is given in the pachinko machine 10 in which the special winning portion 40 is arranged in the second ball flow down path 21b, or a ball entering the working ball portion 110 is an opportunity. A game state to which a variable state (described later) in which the opening operation of the variable start parts 125 and 130 is allowed corresponds to a specific hit game state. The right-handed display unit 58 is composed of one LED lamp. In the case of a specific hit game state, the right strike display unit 58 is turned on to notify, and in the case of a non-specific hit game state that is not a specific hit game state, the right strike display unit 58 is turned off to notify. ing. The right-handed display 58 is turned on at the same time as the transition to the specific hit gaming state, and is turned off at the end of the specific hit gaming state. Further, the right-handed display unit 58 is continuously turned on during the specific hit game state (big hit game state, variable state), and the right-handed display unit 58 during the non-specific hit game state (non-variable state). The main control CPU 60a controls the light emission of the right-handed display unit 58 so that the light is continuously turned off.

(About the symbol display device 17)
As shown in FIG. 2, the symbol display device 17 is provided with a plurality of symbol rows (not shown) that can display the decorative drawings in a variable manner. The starting portions (the fixed starting portion 31 and the variable starting portion 125). , 130), the decoration of each symbol row starts to fluctuate. In the symbol display device 17 of the first embodiment, a plurality of effective stop positions at which one decorative drawing can be stopped and displayed as a result of the symbol variation effect are set, respectively. The symbol combination of the decorative figure displayed in a fixed stop display on the stop symbol effective line combining the symbols is derived. In addition, in the symbol display device 17 of the first embodiment, three symbol rows are set in a horizontal and horizontal arrangement, and an effective stop position of a decorative drawing is determined for each symbol row, and three symbol rows are set. The design variation effect is performed in a state where the decorative drawings can be stopped and displayed at the same time. That is, in the symbol display device 17 of the first embodiment, one stop symbol effective line that combines the effective stop positions of the symbol columns is set. In the following description, the left symbol sequence, the middle symbol sequence, and the right symbol sequence may be referred to in order from the left side.

  In addition, the display area of the decorative drawing in each symbol row of the symbol display device 17 is configured as a larger area than the first special figure display unit 50A and the second special figure display unit 50B, and compared with the special figure. The decoration is displayed much larger. For this reason, the player can recognize whether it is a hit or not from the symbol combination that is stopped and displayed on the stopped symbol effective line of the symbol display device 17. The symbol display device 17 is not only a symbol variation effect that fluctuates the decoration, but is an effect unit that can execute various effects such as an suggestion effect and a notification effect.

  The symbol display device 17 displays a variation of the decorative drawing so as to move in a predetermined variation direction (vertical direction from top to bottom in the first embodiment) with the start of the symbol variation effect. Each symbol sequence is fixedly stopped in a predetermined stop order. In Example 1, at the start of the design variation effect, the decorative drawing starts to change in the order of the left symbol sequence, the middle symbol sequence, and the right symbol sequence, and is confirmed in the order of the left symbol sequence, the right symbol sequence, and the middle symbol sequence. Based on the fluctuation timing of the decorative drawing to be stopped, the fluctuation timing of the decorative drawing of each symbol row is appropriately determined according to the production contents of the symbol variation effect executed by the symbol display device 17 or the number of stored special drawing start hold information. It is configured to be changed.

  The “variable display” is a state in which the decorations displayed at the effective stop positions are changing in a predetermined order in each symbol row. The “definite stop” is a state in which the decorative drawing is displayed at a valid stop position of each symbol row in a state where the decoration is continuously stopped over a predetermined special figure variation interval time. Further, the symbol display device 17 according to the first embodiment is configured such that the decoration can be stopped and displayed at the effective stop position of each symbol row in a “temporary stop” state in which the symbol display interval 17 is not continuously stopped for the special symbol variation interval time. In accordance with the contents of the effect of the symbol variation effect executed by the symbol display device 17, it is possible to perform a display mode in which the decoration diagram is temporarily stopped and the variation display is started again. In other words, the temporary stop of the decorative drawing includes a state in which the decorative drawing is changed so as to slightly shake at the effective stop position, and a state in which the decorative drawing is stopped and displayed in a time shorter than the special drawing change interval time. Contains.

  Here, in the first special figure display unit 50A and the symbol display device 17, the first special figure fluctuation display and the symbol fluctuation effect relating to the first special figure fluctuation display are started, and the special figure 1 and the decorative figure are displayed in a fixed stop state. Is done. Similarly, in the second special symbol display unit 50B and the symbol display device 17, the second special symbol variation display and the symbol variation effect relating to the second special symbol variation display are started, and the special diagram 2 and the decorative diagram are confirmed and stopped. Is done. In the first embodiment, the special map change display is not performed simultaneously in the first and second special map display units 50A and 50B, and the special map display is performed in one of the special map display units 50A and 50B. If there is, the information is stored on hold as first or second special figure start hold information corresponding to the main control RAM 60c. In addition, the special figure variation display can be performed independently and simultaneously in the first and second special figure display sections 50A and 50B.

  Here, in the symbol display device 17 according to the first embodiment, 10 types of numbers “0” to “9” are set as basic ornamental drawings in each symbol row, and the basic ornamental drawings are each symbolic symbol. Fluctuations are displayed in order in columns. In addition, as a decoration drawing, it is not restricted to this, It is set as the form which a player can distinguish and identify each decoration drawing like arbitrary numbers, a character, a design, etc. Further, the decoration diagram may be given a first identification pattern that allows the player to definitely recognize that a probable change state (described later) is given after the big hit game is finished, and a probable change state after the big hit game is finished. Is classified into a second identification symbol that can be recognized indefinitely. In this embodiment, the probability variation state that can be given after the end of the big hit game will be described in detail later. Here, as a 1st identification design, even if it sets suitably from the basic decoration drawings, the special decoration drawing determined in addition to the basic decoration drawings can also be used. In the first embodiment, odd numbers “1”, “3”, “5”, “7”, “9” are set as first identification symbols, and “0”, “2”, “4”, An example in which the even symbols “6” and “8” are the second identification symbols will be described.

  Then, when the decoration of each symbol row that is confirmed and stopped at the effective stop position (stop symbol effective line) of each symbol row in the symbol display device 17 is a winning symbol combination, the winning game (big hit game) It is possible to grasp that is granted. Here, in the first embodiment, as a jackpot symbol combination, a symbol combination (for example, “222”, “777”, etc.) in which the same decorative drawing is fixed and displayed at the effective stop position of each symbol row is set. . The symbol combination of the decorations that can recognize the jackpot becomes the jackpot display displayed on the symbol display device 17, and a jackpot game advantageous to the player is given after the symbol variation effect on which the jackpot display is displayed. Further, in the first embodiment, in addition to the above-mentioned basic decoration drawing that is variably displayed on the symbol display device 17, it is set to be able to display a special decoration drawing (special design), and the effective stop position of each symbol row Any of the above (for example, the effective stop position of the middle symbol row) is displayed in a fixed stop manner so that it can be recognized that a predetermined big hit game is given. The symbol combination of the decoration drawing that can recognize the possibility of the jackpot game is a hit suggestion display displayed on the symbol display device 17. On the other hand, if even one of the symbols in all the columns that are confirmed and stopped at the effective stop position of the symbol display device 17 is of a different type, the symbol combination (for example, “123”, “734”, “171”, etc.) Therefore, it can be recognized that, in principle, it is a “out of game” in which no big hit game is given. The symbol combination of the decorative drawing which can recognize this deviation becomes a deviation display of the symbol display device 17. However, it is also possible to use a specific symbol combination as a trigger for executing a predetermined effect (for example, a predetermined jackpot game) among the symbol combinations in which all three rows of decorative drawings are not the same. A specific symbol combination means that a player can recognize or associate some kind of law or meaning from the symbol combination. Specific examples of specific symbol combinations include symbol combinations in which three rows of decorative symbols are arranged in consecutive ascending or descending order (for example, “123”, “321”), the left symbol row, and the decorative symbols in the middle symbol row Are the same, and the symbol combination in the right symbol row is shifted by one (for example, “778”). The symbol combination in which the three rows of ornamental symbols are the predetermined word alignment (for example, “758” (Nagoya)) ) And the like. In this way, the specific symbol combination is a symbol combination of decorations that can be selected not only as an outlier display result but also as a win display result (big hit display result).

  Further, in the symbol variation effect, the same decorative drawing is stopped and displayed in a specific symbol row (in the first embodiment, the left symbol row and the right symbol row) among a plurality of symbol rows, and the remaining symbol rows (examples) In 1, the player can recognize that the reach has occurred by variably displaying the middle symbol row) (reach display). A specific example of reach display is a combination of symbols in which the same decorative drawing is stopped and displayed in the left symbol row and the right symbol row (“1 ↓ 1”, “4 ↓ 4”, etc.). In addition, “↓” indicates that it is changing. In addition, the decorations of the specific symbol rows (left symbol row and right symbol row) that form the reach display are set to the temporary stop state, and the decoration symbols are stopped and displayed (temporary stop) in the remaining symbol rows (middle symbol row). After the display), the decorations of all the symbol rows are displayed in a fixed stop state.

  In addition, the symbol display device 17 displays a symbol combination of decorations corresponding to the displayed special symbol as a result of the special symbol variation display performed by the first special symbol display unit 50A and the second special symbol display unit 50B. Is done. That is, the special figure displayed on the first special figure display unit 50A and the second special figure display unit 50B and the symbol combination of the decorations displayed on the symbol display device 17 correspond to each other, and the symbol variation effect is provided. When the process is completed, the special figure is confirmed and stopped on the first special figure display unit 50A and the second special figure display unit 50B, and the decoration figure is fixedly displayed on each symbol row of the symbol display device 17. . In addition, the symbol combination of the decoration drawing with respect to the special drawing displayed on the first special drawing display unit 50A and the second special drawing display unit 50B is not limited to one-to-one. The symbol combination by one decoration drawing is selected from the combinations.

(About probabilistic state)
Further, the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment has a function of giving the first privilege gaming state as a gaming state advantageous to the player after the winning game. Here, as a 1st privilege game state, the winning opportunity of the pachinko ball to the special winning opening 41 is a state which increases compared with the state where the said 1st privilege game state is not provided. Specifically, in the first privilege gaming state, the chance to win the special figure determination is changed from a low probability to a high probability to activate the special winning portion 40 (the pachinko ball winning opportunity to the special winning portion 40). ) Can be increased. In the following description, the gaming state to which the first privilege gaming state is assigned is referred to as “probability change state” for convenience, and the gaming state to which the first privilege gaming state is not assigned is referred to as “non-probability change state” for convenience. ".

  The probability change function is a big hit after the end of the big hit game (win game), provided that the type of the special figure displayed in the fixed stop (Special figure 1 or special figure 2) is a predetermined symbol (specific symbol). This is a function that can give a probability variation state that changes the lottery probability (big hit probability) of the game from a low probability (1 / 319.69 in the first embodiment) to a high probability (1 / 39.00 in the first embodiment). . A non-probability change state in which the jackpot probability is set to a low probability is a low probability state, and a probability change state in which the jackpot probability is set to a higher probability than the non-probability change state (low probability state) is a high probability state. In the first embodiment, the special figure to which the probability variation state is given after the winning game is a probability variation, and the special figure to which the probability variation state is not imparted is a non-probability variation. In this way, when the probability variation state is given, the probability that the judgment per special figure will be a hit judgment result fluctuates with a high probability and the special figure perception is likely to occur, so the probability variation state is advantageous for the player. The player is playing a game with the expectation that it will be an odd hit. Here, whether or not the probability variation state is given is determined according to the type of symbol per special symbol as will be described later. In the first embodiment, when the probability change state is given, the probability change state is continuously given after the big hit game is finished until the next big hit game is generated. Note that the period during which the probability variation state is given (hereinafter, the number of variations of the symbol variation effect (special variation variation display) in which the probability variation state continues is referred to as the probability variation number) is not limited to the above. For example, the probability variation state can be continuously given until the predetermined condition is satisfied after the probability variation state is imparted, and the transition to the non-probability variation state can be made on condition that the predetermined condition is satisfied. The probability variation state may be continuously given until the symbol variation effect (special symbol variation display) is executed (for example, 100 times).

(About variable state)
Further, the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment has a function of giving a second privilege gaming state (second gaming state) as a gaming state advantageous to the player after the winning game ends. Here, as a 2nd privilege game state, the winning opportunity of the pachinko ball to the said operation port 111 opened and closed by the operation port opening / closing member 112 increases compared with the game state to which the said 2nd privilege game state is not provided. It is easy to win. Specifically, in the 2nd award gaming state, (1) shortening the fluctuation time of the normal map change display, (2) changing the probability per base map from low probability to high probability, (3) once per base map By increasing the opening time of the working port opening / closing member 112 that opens the working port 111, the winning chance of the pachinko ball to the working port 111 can be increased. In the second privilege gaming state, the above (1) to (3) can be used alone or in combination. In addition, when increasing the opening time of the working port opening / closing member 112 that opens the working port 111 for one time per diagram, it may be realized by simply extending the opening time of the working port opening / closing member 112. It can also be realized by increasing the number of times of opening of the operation port opening / closing member 112, or these may be combined. In the first embodiment, the above-mentioned (1) to (3) are combined as the second privilege gaming state, and in the following description, the combined state of (1) to (3) is referred to as “changed state” for convenience. The state is referred to as “state”, and the gaming state to which the second privilege gaming state is not assigned is referred to as “non-variable state” for convenience. In other words, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the operation entrance part in a predetermined opening and closing manner in the first position and the second position where the pachinko ball is easier to enter the operation entrance part 110 than the first position. 110 (operating port opening / closing member 112) is opened / closed (the operation entrance ball portion 110 can be opened / closed), a non-variable state is set as the first specific gaming state, and the second state is set to be more than the non-variable state. The variable state is set as the second specific gaming state in which the operation ball entering portion 110 (the operation port opening / closing member 112) is opened / closed in an opening / closing manner having a high frequency of position.

  In the first embodiment, the fluctuation time of the normal figure change display performed in the normal figure display unit 55 in the non-changeable state is set to the first common figure change time (5000 milliseconds in this first embodiment) as described later. In the variable state, the change time of the normal map change display performed in the general map display unit 55 is set to the second normal map change time (1400 milliseconds in this embodiment 1) shorter than the non-change state. In accordance with the provision of the change state, the change time of the change display of the normal view performed in the normal view display unit 55 is shortened. In addition, the winning probability of the determination per common figure in the non-variable state is set to a low probability (11000/65536 in the first embodiment), and the winning probability of the determination per common figure in the variable state is high (Example) 1 is set to 65536/65536), and the winning probability of the determination per common figure varies from a low probability to a high probability in accordance with the provision of the variable state. In the first embodiment, the time from when the normal map is displayed in a fixed stop state until the next normal map change (normal map change interval) is set to 500 milliseconds.

  In the non-change state and the change state, the opening / closing member 112 is opened and closed based on an opening pattern determined according to the gaming state, as will be described later. Specifically, in the non-changing state and the changing state, the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed based on one of a first opening pattern P1 and a second opening pattern P2 determined by an opening pattern lottery described later. It has become so. Here, as will be described later, when the working port opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the second opening pattern P2, the working ball opening / closing portion is operated more than when the working port opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the first opening pattern P1. It is set so that the frequency at which the second variable starter 130 is opened and closed is higher than that of the first variable starter 125 by the pachinko ball entering the 110. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, a plurality of (three types in the first embodiment) variable speeds in which the ratio of the first open pattern P1 and the second open pattern P2 being selected in the open pattern lottery is changed as the variable length state. The state is set. In the first embodiment, the first variable state, the second variable state, and the third variable state are set, and the first variable state, the second variable state, and the third variable state are set. Which of these is given is determined according to the type of symbol per special figure (the type of hit), as will be described later.

  As shown in FIG. 15, in the first variable state, the second open pattern P2 is more likely to be selected than the first open pattern P1, and the second variable state is second than the first open pattern P1. The probability that the opening pattern P2 is selected is high, and the third variable state is set to have a higher probability that the first opening pattern P1 is selected than the second opening pattern P2. The second variable state has a lower probability of selecting the second open pattern P2 than the first variable state, and the third variable state has the second open pattern P2 than the second variable state. Is set to a low probability. Furthermore, the second variable state has a higher probability that the first open pattern P1 is selected than the first variable state, and the third variable state has the first open pattern P1 than the second variable state. Is set to a high probability. That is, the probability that the first opening pattern P1 is selected is set such that the first variable state <second variable state <third variable state, and the second open pattern P2 is selected. Is set such that the third variable state <the second variable state <the first variable state. In other words, the probability that the second open pattern P2 is selected is the highest in the first variable state, and the probability that the first open pattern P1 is selected is the highest in the third variable state. As for the state, the probability that the first release pattern P1 and the second release pattern P2 are selected is set between the first transformation state and the second transformation state. The second variable starter 130 is opened / closed when the opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the second opening pattern P2 than when the opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the first opening pattern P1. In the first variable speed state, the second variable starter 130 is opened more than the first variable starter 125 by the pachinko ball that has won (entered) the operating ball-entry unit 110 in the first variable speed state. In the second variable state, the frequency at which the second variable starter 130 is opened by the pachinko ball winning (entering) the operating ball unit 110 is higher than that in the first variable state. In the third variable state, the frequency at which the second variable starter 130 is opened by the pachinko ball winning (entering) the operating ball unit 110 is lower than in the second variable state. In other words, in the first embodiment, the first variable short state is the second variable starter 130 than the first variable starter 125 (first variable pitcher) due to the pachinko ball that has entered the working ball entrance 110. The second operating state is the first operating state in which the frequency of the opening of the second variable ball entering part is increased, and the second variable state is the second variable start by the pachinko ball entering the operating ball entering part 110. Part 130 (second variable ball entry part) is a second operation state in which the frequency of opening operation is lower than the first variable state, and the third variable state is This is a third operating state in which the frequency at which the second variable starter 130 (second variable ball entering part) is opened by the pachinko ball that has entered is lower than that in the second variable state. In other words, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, a gaming state (non-variable state, first to third) given after the jackpot game is ended according to the type of jackpot (winning type) won in the winning judgment. The first variable start part 125 that triggers the start of the first special figure variation display, and the second variable start part 130 that triggers the start of the second special figure fluctuation display, depending on the type of the first variable figure variation display). Is configured to differ in frequency from the opening operation. In the non-variable state, the probability that the first opening pattern P1 is selected is higher than all the variable states, and the probability that the second opening pattern P2 is selected is set lower than all the variable states. .

(About jackpot games)
Next, the jackpot game given by the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment will be described. The jackpot game is set to start after the special bonus hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display portions 50A and 50B as a result of the special symbol variation display, and an opening effect indicating the start of the big bonus game, The game consists of a round game that is repeated after a predetermined number of rounds (5 rounds or 15 rounds in the first embodiment) performed after the opening effect, and an ending effect that indicates the end of the big hit game. In the round game, the special opening / closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 opens and closes according to the opening / closing operation corresponding to the type of the big hit game that has occurred, and a predetermined number of the special winning opening 41 in one round game (in the first embodiment) One round game ends when nine (9) pachinko balls win or when a specified time (round game time) elapses from the start of each round game. Note that, during each round game in the big hit game, an interval time between rounds in which the special opening / closing member 43 is held in a closed state for a predetermined time is set.

  Here, the opening operation of the special opening / closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 in each round game of the jackpot game is a condition in which pachinko balls are continuously fired at a predetermined firing interval (0.6 second interval in the first embodiment). In a single opening operation (operation from opening to closing), a long-time opening operation in which a specified number of pachinko balls determined for a round game continue to open for a time that can be won, and the long-time opening The special opening / closing member 43 can be configured by any one of short-time opening operations in which the opening time of the special opening / closing member 43 is set shorter than the operation, or by appropriately combining the long-time opening operation and the short-time opening operation. As the short-time release operation, the pachinko ball can be set at a time during which the pachinko ball is substantially impossible to win in one release operation under the condition that the pachinko ball is continuously fired at a predetermined firing interval. Can be set to a time in which the prescribed number of pachinko balls can be won, even if it is the opening time in which the prize can be won. The jackpot game of the first embodiment is configured so that the special opening / closing member 43 is opened only for a long time, and the special opening / closing member 43 is opened for a maximum of 25 seconds in the long-time opening operation. Is set. The interval time between rounds of the big hit game is set to “2.0 (seconds)”.

(About types of jackpot games)
In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7, when a big hit determination is won, one big hit game is determined from a plurality of types of big hit games having different values (privilege amounts) given to the player. The determined jackpot game is awarded. Here, which jackpot game is awarded among a plurality of types of jackpot games is determined based on the type of jackpot symbol (Special Figure 1 and Special Figure 2) determined when winning the jackpot determination. It has become so. That is, the type of jackpot symbol (special figure) is a hit type corresponding to the type of jackpot game, and as will be described later, the main control CPU 60a selects one hit type from a plurality of types of hit types (special figure). By determining (special figure), the type of jackpot game to be awarded is determined. In addition, when the jackpot determination is won and the jackpot game is determined, there are cases where the jackpot game is simply won.

(About the jackpot symbol based on winning to the fixed start port 32 or the first variable start port 127)
When the determination result of the big hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the fixed start port 32 or the first variable start port 127 is an affirmative determination, the main control CPU 60a includes a plurality of types of predetermined big hit symbols. Is set to determine one jackpot symbol. Specifically, in the first embodiment, six types of jackpot symbols (symbol A to symbol) are based on the special symbol determining random number acquired when the pachinko ball wins the fixed start port 31 or the first variable start port 127. One big hit symbol is determined from F). In the pachinko machine 10 of the embodiment, when the determination result of the big hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the fixed start port 31 or the first variable start port 127 is an affirmative determination, the symbol A as the big hit symbol at a rate of 17% Is selected, symbol B as a jackpot symbol is selected at a rate of 17%, symbol C as a jackpot symbol is selected at a rate of 16%, symbol D as a jackpot symbol is selected at a rate of 17%, and 17 The special symbol determination value is assigned so that the symbol E as the jackpot symbol is selected at the rate of% and the symbol F as the jackpot symbol is selected at the rate of 16%. In addition, the distribution ratio of the big hit symbol mentioned above is an example, and is not limited to this.

  Here, the common portions of the jackpot game corresponding to the symbols A to F will be described first, and the configuration unique to each jackpot game will be described individually. That is, each jackpot game corresponding to symbols A to F is a round jackpot game in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “5”. The round games of the first round to the fifth round are set so that the special opening / closing member 43 performs a long-time opening operation for opening the special winning opening 41 continuously from the start to the end of the round game. And in each jackpot game corresponding to symbols A to F, the pachinko ball in the round game of the first to fifth rounds is operated by opening the special opening / closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 for a long time in all round games. As a result, it is possible to obtain around 560 prize balls.

(About the first jackpot game)
The first jackpot game corresponding to the symbol A is continuously given a probable state until the next jackpot game is won after the end of the first jackpot game, and while the probability change state continues, It is set as a big hit game that is given a change state. That is, when the first jackpot game corresponding to the symbol A is won in the normal hit judgment until the next jackpot game is won after the end of the first jackpot game, It is set as a big hit game in which the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated in the first or second opening pattern P1, P2.

(About the second jackpot game)
The second jackpot game corresponding to the symbol B is continuously given a probable state until the next jackpot game is won after the end of the second jackpot game, and while the probable state is continued, It is set as a big hit game that is given a change state. That is, when the second jackpot game corresponding to the symbol B is won in the normal hit judgment until the next jackpot game is won after the end of the second jackpot game, It is set as a big hit game in which the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated in the first or second opening pattern P1, P2.

(About the third jackpot game)
The third jackpot game corresponding to the symbol C is continuously given a probability change state until the next jackpot game is won after the end of the third jackpot game, and while the probability change state continues, It is set as a big hit game that is given a change state. That is, when the third jackpot game corresponding to the symbol C is won in the hit determination for the normal game until the next jackpot game is won after the third jackpot game is over, It is set as a big hit game in which the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated in the first or second opening pattern P1, P2.

(About the fourth jackpot game)
The fourth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol D is set as a jackpot game that does not give a probability change state after the end of the fourth jackpot game. In addition, the fourth jackpot game is continuously given the first variable state after the fourth jackpot game is finished until 100 symbol variation effects (special diagram variation display) are executed. When the winning combination is determined after the end of the fourth jackpot game, the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance part 110 is operated in the first or second release pattern P1, P2. Set as a big hit game.

(About the fifth jackpot game)
The fifth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol E is set as a jackpot game that does not give a certain probability change state after the end of the fifth jackpot game. In addition, the fifth jackpot game is continuously given the second variable state after the fifth jackpot game is finished until 100 symbol variation effects (special symbol variation display) are executed. When the winning combination is determined after the end of the fifth big hit game, the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance portion 110 is operated in the first or second release pattern P1, P2. Set as a big hit game.

(About the sixth jackpot game)
The sixth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol F is set as a jackpot game that does not give a certain probability change state after the sixth jackpot game ends. In addition, the sixth jackpot game is given the third variable state continuously after the sixth jackpot game is finished until 100 symbol variation effects (special symbol variation display) are executed. When the winning combination is determined after the sixth jackpot game is over, the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance 110 is operated in the first or second release pattern P1, P2. Set as a big hit game.

  As described above, the symbols A, 6 corresponding to the six types of jackpot games that can be given when the determination result of the big hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the fixed start port 32 or the first variable start port 127 is affirmative determination. D, symbols B, E, and symbols C, F differ in the opening / closing operation mode of the operating port opening / closing member 112 of the operating ball entering portion 110 in accordance with the winning of the normal hit determination after the corresponding jackpot game ends. It is set as a big hit symbol.

(About the jackpot symbol based on winning a prize to the second variable start port 132)
When the determination result of the jackpot determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the second variable start port 132 is affirmative determination, the main control CPU 60a selects one jackpot symbol from a plurality of types of jackpot symbols determined in advance. Is set to determine. Specifically, in the embodiment, one of two types of jackpot symbols (symbols g to h) is selected based on a special symbol determining random number acquired when the pachinko ball wins the second variable start port 132. Set to determine one jackpot symbol. Further, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the embodiment, a special figure determining judgment value is assigned so that the symbol g as the jackpot symbol is selected at a rate of 50% and the symbol h as a jackpot symbol is selected at the rate of 50%. ing. In addition, the distribution ratio of the big hit symbol mentioned above is an example, and is not limited to this.

  Here, common portions of the jackpot game corresponding to the symbols g to h will be described first, and a configuration unique to each jackpot game will be described individually. That is, each jackpot game corresponding to the symbols g to h is a round jackpot game in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “15”. The round games from the first round to the fifteenth round are set so that the special opening / closing member 43 performs a long-time opening operation for opening the special winning opening 41 continuously from the start to the end of the round game. In each jackpot game corresponding to the symbols g to h, the special opening / closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 is opened for a long time in all round games, so that the pachinko balls in the round games of the first round to the 15th round are operated. As a result of winning the prize, it is possible to obtain around 1682 prize balls.

(About the seventh jackpot game)
The seventh jackpot game corresponding to the symbol g is continuously given the probable state until the next jackpot game is won after the seventh jackpot game is over, and the first jackpot game continues while the promiscuous state continues. It is set as a big hit game that is given a change state. That is, when the seventh jackpot game corresponding to the symbol g is won for the normal jackpot determination until the next jackpot game is won after the completion of the seventh jackpot game, It is set as a big hit game in which the mouth opening / closing member 112 is operated in the first or second opening pattern P1, P2.

(About the 8th jackpot game)
The eighth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol h is set as a jackpot game that does not give a probability change state after the end of the eighth jackpot game. In addition, the eighth jackpot game is continuously given the first variable state until the end of the eighth jackpot game until 100 symbol variation effects (special symbol variation display) are executed. When the winning combination is determined after the end of the eighth jackpot game, the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance part 110 is operated in the first or second release pattern P1, P2. Set as a big hit game.

  Thus, the big hit corresponding to the symbols g and h corresponding to the two types of big hit games that can be given when the determination result of the big hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the second variable start port 132 is an affirmative determination. The opening / closing operation mode of the operation port opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance portion 110 is set as the same as the big hit symbol in accordance with the winning of the determination of the hit per game after the game ends.

  As described above, in the first embodiment, the two types of jackpot games that can be given when the judgment result of the jackpot determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the second variable starter 130 (establishment of the start condition) is an affirmative determination. The total number of winning balls that can be acquired in the game can be given when the determination result of the big hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball (establishment of the starting condition) to the fixed starter 31 and the first variable starter 125 is affirmative The total number of winning balls that can be obtained in the six types of jackpot games can be given when the determination result of the jackpot determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the second variable starter 130 (establishment of the start condition) is affirmative determination More than the total number of winning balls that can be obtained in two types of jackpot games. That is, when the big hit determination results in a winning determination result, the main control CPU 60a performs the case where the start condition is satisfied in the second variable start unit 130 than in the case where the start condition is satisfied in the first variable start unit 125. It is set to make it easier to determine the type of hit (big hit game) that is more advantageous.

  Here, the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment has the first variable state, the first variable state as the variable state after the big hit game, according to the transition condition that is established when the determination per special figure is a winning determination result, The game state can be shifted to any one of the second variable state and the third variable state. Here, in the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment, as a transition condition for shifting the game state after the end of the hit game (big hit game), the type of symbols per special figure determined when the big hit is won in the special figure determination. The (hits type) is set, and the hits for which the symbols A, D, g, and h per special figure are determined change the gaming state after the winning game to the first variable state (first operating state). The first game that is set as the first type to be transferred, and the game where the symbols B and E per special figure are determined is the first to change the gaming state after the winning game to the second variable state (second operating state). Set as 2 types, and hits for which the symbols C and F per special figure are determined will change the game state after the end of the game to the third variable state (third operation state). Is set as

(Regarding open / close control of the variable start parts 125, 130)
Next, the opening / closing control of the variable starting parts 125 and 130 that is allowed to open when the pachinko ball passes through the starting gate part 34 will be described.

  The pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment has a determination result per universal figure (that is, a determination result that allows an opening operation) in the universal figure determination performed when the pachinko ball passes through the start gate unit 34 ( That is, depending on whether the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111 passes through the first branch passage 116 or the second branch passage 117 when the operation port 111 is opened along with The variable starting parts 125 and 130 that are opened are changed. Thus, in the first embodiment, the branch passage 116 that allows the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111 to pass through is triggered by the fact that the hit determination result (that is, the determination result that allows the opening operation) is obtained in the normal hit determination. 117 is determined by the main control CPU 60a. In the following description, the determination result that permits the opening operation when the pachinko ball passes through the start gate portion 34 may be referred to as a normal figure. Specifically, the main control CPU 60a determines the mode (opening patterns P1 to P2) of opening the operating port opening / closing member 112 of the operating ball entrance 110 in accordance with the normal figure, so that the operating port 111 is entered. Spherical pachinko balls are distributed to either the first branch passage 116 or the second branch passage 117. Here, whether the pachinko ball that has entered the working port 111 is distributed to the first branch passage 116 or the second branch passage 117 is determined by whether the pachinko ball that has entered the working port 111 is the sorting member 121. Is determined by the timing of arrival in the distribution area by the movement position of the distribution member 121 at that timing. Therefore, each of the operation mode of the distribution member 121 and the operation mode of the operation port opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance portion 110 determined by the main control CPU 60a will be described.

(About the sorting operation pattern of the sorting member 121)
The main control ROM 60b determines the timing for displacing the distribution member 121 to the first distribution position and the second distribution position, and holds the distribution member 121 at the first distribution position and the second distribution position. A distribution operation pattern that defines a time (distribution time) to be performed is set. Then, when the normal hit determination becomes a hit determination result, the distribution member 121 is displaced to the first distribution position and the second distribution position at the timing and distribution time determined in the distribution operation pattern. The main control CPU 60a is configured to drive and control the second solenoid 122. Here, only one type of the distribution operation pattern is set in the main control ROM 60b, and the distribution member 121 performs the first distribution in a certain manner in response to the determination of hitting the common map as a winning determination result. The position and the second distribution position are displaced.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8, the distribution operation pattern includes the distribution member 121 held at the first distribution position from the first distribution position to the second distribution position at a predetermined operation start timing. After a predetermined time (first distribution time TZ1) has elapsed since the displacement to the second distribution position, the distribution member 121 is displaced from the second distribution position to the first distribution position, After a predetermined time (second distribution time TZ2) has elapsed since the displacement to the first distribution position, the distribution member 121 is displaced from the first distribution position to the second distribution position, and the second distribution position. Further, after a predetermined time (third distribution time TZ3) has passed since the displacement, the distribution member 121 is set to be displaced from the second distribution position to the first distribution position. That is, when the distribution member 121 is in the first distribution position (during the second distribution time TZ2), the pachinko ball arrives at the branch region, so that the pachinko ball is distributed to the first branch passage 116 and is 1 The first start port opening / closing member 126 of the variable starter 125 can be opened, and the distribution member 121 of the passage distribution unit 120 is in the second distribution position (first or third distribution time TZ1, When the pachinko ball arrives at the branch region during TZ3), the pachinko ball is distributed to the second branch passage 117, and the second start opening / closing member 131 of the second variable starter 130 can be opened. ing. Here, in the first embodiment, the timing at which a predetermined time (for example, 500 milliseconds) elapses after the normal map change display ends when the normal map hit determination is won is set as the operation start timing. Then, as will be described later, the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened at the operation timing, and the ball entering the operation port 111 is allowed.

  Further, the first distribution time TZ1 is determined by the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111 simultaneously with the displacement of the distribution member 121 from the first distribution position to the second distribution position (that is, the operation start timing). The time is set to be shorter than the time required to move to the sorting area by the sorting member 121, and the sorting member 121 is positioned at the first sorting position at the timing when the pachinko ball has moved to the sorting area. It has become. In Example 1, the first distribution time TZ1 is set to 0.1 milliseconds. In addition, the second distribution time TZ2 is determined by the distribution member 121 distributing the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111 when the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened based on a first release pattern P1 described later. It is set to a time longer than the latest time of arrival in the area. That is, the second distribution time TZ2 is an opening time when the operating port 111 is opened when the operating port opening / closing member 112 is opened in the first opening pattern P1 (the second operation described later in the first embodiment). It is set to a time longer than the latest time that the pachinko ball that has entered the working port 111 moves to the sorting area by the sorting member 121 just before the mouth opening time TA2 ends. Then, the second distribution time TZ2 is set to 2.0 seconds. In other words, when the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened based on the first opening pattern P1, when the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111 arrives at the distribution region by the distribution member 121, The distribution member 121 is configured to be located at the first distribution position.

  In addition, the third distribution time TZ3 is determined by the distribution of pachinko balls that have entered the operation port 111 during the final opening operation when the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened in a second release pattern P2 described later. The time is set longer than the maximum time for moving to the distribution area by the member 121. That is, the third distribution time TZ3 is the latest opening time when the operation port 111 is opened when the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened in the second release pattern P2 (in Example 1, described later). Is set to a time longer than the maximum time during which the pachinko ball that has entered the working port 111 can move to the sorting area by the sorting member 121 during the fourth working port opening time TA4) In Example 1, the third distribution time TZ3 is set to 1.5 milliseconds. In other words, when the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened based on the second opening pattern P2, when the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111 arrives at the distribution area by the distribution member 121, The distribution member 121 is configured to be located at the second distribution position.

  In other words, in the first embodiment, the pachinko ball is distributed to the second branch passage 117 after the pachinko ball is substantially distributed to the first branch passage 116 in accordance with the winning of the normal hit determination. The main solenoid CPU 60a drives and controls the second solenoid 122 so that the sorting member 121 performs the sorting operation. That is, the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111 at the same time as the operation timing of the distribution member 121 is substantially immovable to the second branch passage 117, and with the passage of the first distribution time TZ1. It is configured to be distributed to the first branch passage 116 by the distribution member 121 displaced to the first distribution position.

(Regarding the opening operation of the operation entrance 110)
Next, a description will be given of an opening operation of the operation entrance portion 110 when the pachinko ball passes through the start gate portion 34.

(About open pattern)
The main control ROM 60b defines a timing for displacing the working port opening / closing member 112 of the working ball entrance 110 to the first position and the second position, and the working port opening / closing member 112 at the first position and the second position. Open patterns P1 to P2 that define the holding time (open time) are set. Then, with the normal hit determination being the hit determination result, the operating port opening / closing member 112 is displaced to the first position and the second position at the timing and the opening time determined in the opening patterns P1 to P2. The main control CPU 60a is configured to drive and control the first solenoid 113. That is, the main control CPU 60a drives and controls the first solenoid 113 based on the opening patterns P1 and P2, so that the operating port opening / closing member 112 is displaced from the first position to the second position, and the pachinko to the operating port 111 is moved. An opening operation for allowing the ball to enter and a closing operation for restricting the entrance to the operation port 111 by shifting from the second position to the first position are performed.

(Regarding the relationship between symbols and open patterns per regular figure)
Here, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, a plurality of opening patterns P1 to P2 having different operating modes of the operating port opening / closing member 112 are set. The main control CPU 60a determines one release pattern from among the plurality of release patterns P1 and P2 when the determination result is that the operation is permitted), and the operation input is performed based on the determined release patterns P1 and P2. The operation port opening / closing member 112 of the ball part 110 is configured to open / close. In the first embodiment, two types of release patterns are set as the release patterns that can be determined by the main control CPU 60a. In the following description, the first release pattern P1 and the second release pattern P2 may be distinguished. . In other words, the main control CPU 60a according to the first embodiment determines a plurality of operation modes of the operation opening / closing member 112 that are associated with a single universal map when the determination for the universal map is a universal map. A function as an opening pattern determining means for determining an opening pattern from the opening pattern is provided.

  Here, among the plurality of opening patterns P1 to P2 shown in FIG. 8, which opening pattern is used to open / close the operation port opening / closing member 112 is determined according to the gaming state when the winning determination is made. It is determined by the lottery ratio of each open pattern P1 to P2. The opening pattern lottery for determining the opening patterns P1 to P2 will be described later.

(About the first opening pattern P1)
The first opening pattern P1 is distributed to the first branch passage 116 when the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111 of the operation entrance ball portion 110 and moved to the branch area is related to the operation timing of the distribution member 121. Thus, the operation timing of the first solenoid 113 is determined so that the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated. That is, when the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance part 110 is operated based on the first opening pattern P1, the pachinko ball that has entered the operation opening 111 is the first operation member 138 of the first variable start part 125. Is configured to open the first start port opening / closing member 126. That is, in a state where the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated based on the first opening pattern P1, the opening of the first variable starter 125 is permitted, and a winning to the fixed starter 31 or the first variable starter 125 is achieved. The start condition (judgment condition per special figure) for the first special figure variation display is established. In other words, in the state in which the operating port opening / closing member 112 is operated based on the first opening pattern P1, the second variable starter 130 is not opened, and the start condition of the second special figure variation display (judgment condition per special figure). Is not established in a state where the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated based on the first opening pattern P1.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8, the first opening pattern P <b> 1 is configured such that, when winning for the normal drawing is won, the opening / closing member 112 is opened at a predetermined operation start timing after winning the universal hitting determination. The opening operation (first time) is performed to displace the first opening from the first position to the second position, and after the first operation opening time TA1 has elapsed from the displacement to the second position, the operation opening / closing member 112 is closed (first operation). The first opening is displaced from the second position to the first position, and after the first working opening closing time TB1 has elapsed from the displacement to the first position, the opening / closing member 112 is opened (second time), and the second opening from the first position is performed. After the second working port opening time TA2 has elapsed from the displacement to the second position, the working port opening / closing member 112 is closed (second time) to be displaced from the second position to the first position, and thereafter The working port opening / closing member 112 is moved during the second working port closing time TB2. Main control CPU60a to maintain the first position is set to the first solenoid 113 for driving and controlling (excitation control). Here, the first working port opening time TA1 is set to the same time as the first sorting time TZ1 (0.1 second in the first embodiment), and the first working port closing time TB1 is 0.1 second. The second working port opening time TA2 is set to 1.0 second, the second working port closing time TB2 is set to 2.0 seconds, and the first or second working port opening time is set. When the pachinko ball that has entered the working port 111 between TA1 and TA2 moves to the branching area, the sorting member 121 is positioned at the first sorting position, so that the first variable starter 125 is caused by the pachinko ball. The first actuating member 138 is actuated to open the first start port opening / closing member 126. Note that the operation start timing in the first opening pattern P1 is the same timing as the timing at which the distribution member 121 is first displaced from the first distribution position to the second distribution position after winning the universal hit determination. Is set.

(About the second opening pattern P2)
In the second opening pattern P2, the pachinko ball that has entered the working port 111 of the working ball portion 110 and moved to the branch region is distributed to the second branch passage 117 in relation to the operation timing of the sorting member 121. Thus, the operation timing of the first solenoid 113 is determined so that the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated. That is, when the operation port opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance portion 110 is operated based on the second opening pattern P2, the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111 is the first operation member 138 of the second variable start portion 130. Is configured to open the second start port opening / closing member 131. That is, in a state where the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated based on the second opening pattern P2, the opening of the second variable starter 130 is permitted, and the second special figure is obtained by winning the second variable starter 130. The starting condition for fluctuation display (judgment condition per special figure) is established. In other words, in the state in which the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated based on the second opening pattern P2, the first variable starter 125 does not open, and the start condition for the first special figure variation display (judgment condition per special figure). In the state in which the operating port opening / closing member 112 is operated based on the second opening pattern P2, the start condition (judgment condition per special figure) is established only by winning the fixed starter 31. It is supposed to be. As described above, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the opening operation of the first opening opening / closing member 126 of the first variable starting portion 125 is performed by opening / closing the operation opening opening / closing member 112 by the first opening pattern P1. The opening opening / closing member 112 of the second variable starting part 130 is allowed to open by opening and closing the operation opening / closing member 112 according to the second opening pattern P2.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8, the second opening pattern P <b> 2 is the operation port opening and closing member 112 at a predetermined operation start timing after winning the universal hit determination when winning the universal hit determination. Is opened (first time) to be displaced from the first position to the second position, and the working port opening / closing member 112 is closed after the third working port opening time TA3 has elapsed from the displacement to the second position (first time). The second opening position is displaced from the second position to the first position, and after the third working opening closing time TB3 has elapsed from the displacement to the first position, the operation opening / closing member 112 is opened (second time) to move from the first position to the first position. Displaced to the second position, and after the fourth working port opening time TA4 has elapsed from the displacement to the second position, the working port opening / closing member 112 is closed (second time) to be displaced from the second position to the first position. During the fourth working port closing time TB4, the working port opening / closing member 11 The main control CPU60a to maintain the first position is set to the first solenoid 113 for driving and controlling (excitation control). Here, the third working port opening time TA3 is set to the same time as the first distribution time TZ1 (0.1 second in the first embodiment), and the third working port closing time TB3 is 2.0 seconds. The fourth working port opening time TA4 is set to 1.0 second, the fourth working port closing time TB4 is set to 0.1 second, and during the fourth working port opening time TA4 When the pachinko ball that has entered the operating port 111 moves to the branch region, the sorting member 121 is positioned at the second sorting position, so that the first actuating member of the second variable starter 130 is caused by the pachinko ball. The second start port opening / closing member 131 can be opened by operating 138. The operation start timing in the second opening pattern P2 is the same timing as the timing at which the distribution member 121 is first displaced from the first distribution position to the second distribution position after winning the universal hit determination. Is set. As described above, the drive control time for the main control CPU 60a to drive and control the first solenoid 113 based on the first release pattern P1 and the second release pattern P2 is 3.2 seconds ("TA1 + TB1 + TA2 + TB2" and "TA3 + TB3 + TA4 + TB4"). )).

  Here, in the first embodiment, when the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated based on each of the first opening pattern P1 and the second opening pattern P2 in accordance with one normal map, the operation port opening / closing member 112 is concerned. Is maintained at the second position (that is, the total opening time of the operation port 111) is set to 1.1 seconds ("TA1 + TA2" and "TA3 + TA4"). That is, in the first variable state, the second variable state, and the third variable state in which the operating port opening / closing member 112 is operated in any of the first open pattern P1 and the second open pattern P2, the common variable The first solenoid 113 is driven and controlled by the main control CPU 60a so that the expectation of entering the pachinko ball into the operating port 111 does not change when the hit determination in the figure is a determination result that allows the opening operation. On the other hand, in the non-variable state, the normal map change time is set longer than in the first variable state, the second variable state, and the third variable state, and the hit per map is determined. The frequency is low and the probability per ordinary figure is set low. For this reason, in the non-variable state, the expected expectation of the pachinko ball to enter the operating port 111 is lower than that in each of the variable states, triggered by the determination result that the normal figure hit determination allows the opening operation. The first solenoid 113 is driven and controlled by the main control CPU 60a.

  And, in the first variable state, the second variable state, and the third variable state, while the winning chance of the pachinko ball to the operation port 111 does not change when winning the universal hit determination, The first starting port opening / closing member 126 of the first variable starting portion 125 is opened depending on which kind of the first opening pattern P1 and the second opening pattern P2 is selected as the opening pattern for operating the mouth opening / closing member 112. The probability (frequency) of whether to operate or the second start opening / closing member 131 of the second variable starting portion 130 to open is different, increasing the player's interest in the operation mode of the operation opening / closing member 112. In order to finally open / close the opening / closing members 126 and 131 of the variable starting portions 125 and 130, while the opening / closing member 112 is opened and the operation port 111 is opened, the operation port 111 is opened. It is necessary to enter the ball.

(Regarding the control configuration of the pachinko machine 10)
Next, the control configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 4, a main control board 60 (main control means) for overall control of the pachinko machine 10 and each control based on a control signal from the main control board 60. A sub control board (sub control means) for controlling the object is provided. That is, in the main control board 60, various processes are executed based on detection signals from various detection sensors (detection means) provided in the pachinko machine 10, and various control signals (control commands) corresponding to the processing results are generated. It is output to the sub-control board.

  The pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment includes, as sub-control boards, an effect control board 65 that controls overall game effects, a display control board 70 that controls display contents on the symbol display device 17, and a pachinko machine. 10 includes a light emission control board 72 for performing light emission control of various light emitting devices 18 provided in the front frame 13 and the game board 20, and a sound control board 73 for performing sound output control of the speaker 19 provided in the pachinko machine 10. That is, the effect control board 65 is configured to control the display control board 70, the light emission control board 72, and the sound control board 73 based on a control signal (control command) output from the main control board 60, and the pachinko machine Various game effects (design variation effects, light emission effects, and sound effects) executed at 10 can be comprehensively controlled. Here, based on the control signal (control command) output from the effect control board 65, the display control board 70 displays a symbol variation effect such as a symbol (decorative diagram) displayed on the symbol display device 17 or a background image. Configured to control content. Further, the light emission control board 72 controls the timing of turning on / off the various light emitting devices 18 included in the pachinko machine 10, the light emission intensity, and the like based on the control signal (control command) output from the effect control board 65. It is. The sound control board 73 controls the timing and magnitude of the sound output from the various speakers 19 included in the pachinko machine 10 based on the control signal (control command) output from the effect control board 65.

(Main control board 60)
As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 60 has a main control CPU 60a for executing control processing, a main control ROM 60b for storing a control program executed by the main control CPU 60a, and writing of data necessary for processing of the main control CPU 60a. A main control RAM 60c that can be read is provided. Various sensors such as the fixed start detection sensor 75, the first variable start detection sensor 77, the second variable start detection sensor 78, the special prize detection sensor 79, and the gate sensor 76 are connected to the main control CPU 60a. Further, the main control CPU 60a is connected to each display unit such as the first and second special figure display units 50A and 50B and the universal map display unit 55, and is executed by the main control CPU 60a in response to detection of each sensor. Based on the control process, display control of each display unit is executed. Further, the main control CPU (opening control means) 60a includes a first solenoid 113 of the working ball entering section 110, a second solenoid 122 of the passage distributing section 120, and a special prize solenoid 42 provided in the special prize winning section 40. They are connected, and drive control of each solenoid is performed based on the control processing result in the main control CPU 60a.

(About winning information accompanying winning in the starter)
The main control CPU 60a determines that the pachinko ball has won the starter (the fixed starter 31 or the variable starters 125, 130 (more specifically, the start detection sensor (the fixed start detection sensor 75, the variable start detection sensors 77, 78)). Is set to acquire various random numbers as winning information triggered by the detection of the pachinko ball), where the main control CPU 60a acquires random numbers triggered by the detection of the start detection sensors 75, 77, 78. Is set with various random numbers such as a random number for special figure determination, a random number for special figure determination, a random number for performance execution determination (random number for reach determination), a random number for special figure variation pattern determination, etc. The main control CPU 60a These random number values are updated at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds in the first embodiment), the updated random number values are temporarily stored in the main control RAM 60c, and the values before the update are rewritten. As a result, a random number is acquired according to the timing at which the detection signal of any of the start detection sensors 75, 77, 78 is input to the main control CPU 60a. A timer update process to be measured is executed, and various information (random values, timer values, flags, etc.) that are appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko machine 10 is stored (set) in the main control RAM 60c.

  Also, the winning information (various random values) acquired when the pachinko ball wins the fixed starting portion 31 and the variable starting portions 125, 130 is the corresponding first special figure starting hold information and second special figure starting hold. The information is configured to be temporarily stored and held in a predetermined start holding area (storage area) of the main control RAM 60c. The first special figure start hold information and the second special figure start hold information have a start hold area to be stored in the order in which they are stored in the main control RAM 60c. When executing (variable display), the special control start suspension information is read out by the main control CPU 60a in the order stored in the main control RAM 60c. In the first embodiment, the first special figure start hold information or the second special figure start hold information is individually stored in the main control RAM 60c so as to be distinguishable, and the second special figure start hold information is stored in the main control RAM 60c. If so, the main control CPU 60a reads out the second special figure start hold information in preference to the first special figure start hold information, and determines per special figure based on the second start hold information (design variation effect). Is configured to run with priority.

  Specifically, the main control RAM 60c is provided with a first start hold area capable of storing the first start hold information and a second start hold area capable of storing the second start hold information. Winning information (various random values) acquired upon detection of the sensor 75 or the first variable start detection sensor 77 is stored in the first start hold area, and acquired upon detection of the second variable start detection sensor 78. The winning information (various random values) is stored in the second start reservation area. Each of the first start hold area and the second start hold area is composed of four storage areas of a first special figure storage area to a fourth special figure storage area, and the start detection sensors 75, 77, 78 The winning information (various random values) acquired in response to one detection is stored in order in the first to fourth areas of the corresponding start suspension area, and the main control RAM 60c is used when determining per special figure. The second special figure start hold information is read out by the main control CPU 60a in preference to the first special figure start hold information in the order stored.

  The random number for determination per special figure is a random number used in a hit determination (big hit determination) as to whether or not a hit game (big hit game) is generated as a result of the special figure change display (design change effect). In the first embodiment, 65536 integer values from “0” to “65535” are set as random numbers for determination per special figure, and are updated one by one at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds). ing. Further, the special figure determining random number determines the special figure 1 to be displayed on the first special figure display unit 50A and the special figure 2 to be displayed on the second special figure display unit 50B according to the result of the big hit determination. It is a random number to be used. Here, in the first embodiment, 102 integer values from “0” to “111” are set as the special figure determination random numbers, and are updated one by one at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds). It has become. Each value of the special figure determination random number is set with a random number corresponding to one kind of special figure display indicating the above-mentioned deviation and a random number corresponding to 100 kinds of special figure display indicating the winning of the big hit, Based on the value of the special figure determination random number, the special figure 1 that is confirmed and stopped on the first special figure display unit 50A or the special figure 2 that is confirmed and stopped on the second special figure display unit 50B is specified. ing. That is, the special figure 1 that is fixedly stopped and displayed on the first special figure display unit 50A is specified by the value of the special figure determination random number acquired in response to the detection of the fixed start detection sensor 75 or the first variable start detection sensor 77. Then, the special figure 2 to be confirmed and stopped displayed on the second special figure display unit 50B is specified by the value of the special figure determination random number acquired in response to the detection of the second variable start detection sensor 78. As described above, the special figure 1 and the special figure 2 as the jackpot symbols are classified according to the type of the jackpot game, and the special figure fluctuation display is performed by specifying the special figure 1 or the special figure 2. The type of jackpot game given after the end of (symbol variation effect) is specified. In other words, the special figure determining random number has a function as a random number for determining the type of winning game (big hit game). In addition, as described above, there is a possibility that a probability change state and a variable state will be given after the big hit game for each type of big hit game, and the special figure determination random number will give a probability change state and a variable state. It also has a function as a random number.

  The random number for determining the special figure variation pattern is a random number used when determining one special figure fluctuation pattern from a plurality of special figure fluctuation patterns that specify the effect contents in the design fluctuation effect. In the first embodiment, 254 integer values from “0” to “253” are set as the primary distribution random numbers, and are updated one by one at a predetermined period (4 milliseconds). Yes.

  In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the random number for determining the special figure, the random number for determining the special figure, the random number for determining the performance execution, and the random number for determining the special figure variation pattern are sent to the fixed starter 31 or the variable starters 125 and 130. Each random number temporarily stored in the main control RAM 60c is triggered by the winning of the ball (more specifically, the fixed start detection sensor 75 or the variable start detection sensors 77 and 78 detected the pachinko ball). The main control CPU 60a acquires at the same timing. Each random number acquired when the pachinko ball wins the fixed starter 31 is the same as each random number acquired when the pachinko ball wins the variable starter 125, 130. The main control CPU 60a acquires random numbers corresponding to the winning timings to the start ports 32, 127, 132.

(About judgment values related to judgment per special figure)
On the other hand, the main control ROM 60b stores a big hit determination value indicating that a big hit is generated as a result of the special figure change display (design change effect). The jackpot determination value is a determination value used for determining whether or not a big hit is made using the determination random number per special figure (big hit determination), and is a value from “0” to “65535” that the random number for determination per special figure can take. A predetermined number of determination values are determined from a total of 65536 integers. Here, the number of determination values set for the big hit determination value differs depending on whether or not the above-described probability variation state is given at the time of performing the special figure determination. Specifically, the number of jackpot determination values set in the probability variation state (in the first embodiment, the number that the winning probability of the jackpot is 1 / 39.00) is the jackpot value set in the non-probability variation state. It is set to be larger than the number of determination values (in the first embodiment, the number at which the jackpot winning probability is 1 / 319.69). That is, the big hit is likely to occur by increasing the set number of big hit judgment values in the probability variation state.

  The main control ROM 60b stores special figure determination values. The determination value for special figure determination is displayed on the fixed stop display on the special figure 1 or the second special figure display unit 50B as a big hit symbol to be displayed on the first special drawing display unit 50A when the result of the big hit determination is affirmative. This is a determination value for determining the special figure 2 as the jackpot symbol using the special figure determining random number. Here, in the first embodiment, the integer values corresponding to the 101 types of special figure determination random numbers described above are set as the special figure determination determination values, and each of the special figure determination determination values is individually set. Are associated with FIG. 1 and FIG.

  The main control ROM 60b stores special figure variation pattern determination values. The determination value for determining the special figure fluctuation pattern is a determination value used for determining one special figure fluctuation pattern from a plurality of types of special figure fluctuation patterns using the random number for determining the special figure fluctuation pattern. A predetermined number of judgment values are assigned to each fluctuation pattern, and a special figure fluctuation pattern to which a judgment value corresponding to the acquired special figure fluctuation pattern determination random number is assigned is selected by the main control CPU 60a. Yes.

(About special map fluctuation pattern)
The main control ROM 60b stores a plurality of types of special figure fluctuation patterns. The special figure variation pattern is an effect content (display content of the design variation effect, which is executed after the first special diagram variation display or the second special diagram variation display is started until the decorative drawing is displayed to be confirmed and stopped. The basic contents of the light emission effect mode and the sound effect mode) are specified. In addition, the special figure fluctuation pattern is the fluctuation time (design fluctuation effect and special figure from the start of the first special figure fluctuation display or the second special figure fluctuation display until the special figure 1 or special figure 2 is displayed in a fixed stop state. The time of fluctuation display) is specified.

  Here, as the special figure fluctuation pattern, a special figure fluctuation pattern for a plurality of types of special figures, a special figure fluctuation pattern for a plurality of types of reach where a reach effect is performed, and no reach where a reach effect is not performed A special figure fluctuation pattern for detachment is provided. The special figure variation pattern for special figure is a special figure fluctuation pattern that can be selected by the main control CPU 60a when the result of the special figure judgment is affirmative. The special figure fluctuation pattern that can be selected by the main control CPU 60a when the determination result is affirmative, and the special figure fluctuation pattern for non-reach is selectable by the main control CPU 60a when the result of the performance execution determination is negative. It is a special figure fluctuation pattern. The reach effect is performed after the reach display is displayed in the symbol variation effect performed by the symbol display device 17 until the symbol combination of the decorative figure that is out of or outside the special symbol is stopped and displayed. Production.

(About the opening judgment information accompanying winning in the starting gate part)
The main control CPU 60a is set to acquire various random numbers as release determination information triggered by the pachinko ball passing through the start gate unit 34 (specifically, the gate sensor 76 has detected the pachinko ball). . Here, as the random numbers acquired by the main control CPU 60a when the gate sensor 76 is detected, various random numbers such as a random number for determining a normal figure and a random number for determining a normal pattern are set. The main control CPU 60a updates these random number values at a predetermined period (4 milliseconds in the first embodiment), temporarily stores the updated random number values in the main control RAM 60c, and rewrites the values before the update. Accordingly, the main control CPU 60a obtains the release determination information temporarily stored in the main control RAM 60c at the same timing in accordance with the timing when the detection signal of the gate sensor 76 is input to the main control CPU 60a. Yes. Further, the main control CPU 60a executes a timer update process for measuring time. The main control RAM 60c stores (sets) various pieces of information (random values, timer values, flags, etc.) that are appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko machine 10.

  Also, the opening determination information (various random values) acquired when the start gate unit 34 enters the ball (the pachinko ball is detected by the gate sensor 76) is used as a normal start hold information in the main control RAM 60c. It is configured to be temporarily stored in a storage area (storage area). The reserved start information stored in the main control RAM 60c is determined as the reserved start information, and the start start information is read by the main control CPU 60a in the order stored in the main control RAM 60c. Specifically, in the main control RAM 60c, the holding area capable of storing the normal start storage information is composed of four storage areas of the first general storage area to the fourth general storage area, and the gate sensor 76. The opening determination information (various random values) acquired in response to one detection is stored in order in the first area to the fourth area, and is stored in the main control RAM 60c when executing the normal fluctuation display. In the order, the normal start-up hold information is read from the first area to the fourth area by the main control CPU 60a.

  The random number for determining the normal map is a random number used in the determination of the normal map (lottery per general map) as to whether or not the variable start parts 125 and 130 are allowed to be opened (per standard map) as a result of the variable map display. It is. In the first embodiment, 65536 integer values from “0” to “65535” are set as random numbers for determination per common map, and are updated one by one at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds). ing. Further, the main control ROM 60b stores a normal figure hit determination value indicating that a normal figure hit is generated as a result of the normal figure change effect display. The determination value per universal figure is a determination value used for determining whether or not it is per universal figure (determination per universal figure) using the random number for determination per universal figure, and “0” that can be taken as a random number for determination per universal figure. A predetermined number of determination values are determined from all 65536 integers up to “65535”. Then, when the acquired random number for the normal map coincides with the determination value for the normal map, the main control CPU 60a determines that the normal map is hit, and after opening and closing the normal map display, the opening / closing member 112 is opened and closed. It is supposed to let you.

  Here, the number of determination values set differs depending on whether or not the above-described shortage state is given at the time of determining the normal map. Specifically, the number of judgment values per common figure (65536 in the first embodiment) set in the variable speed state (first to third variable states) is set in the non-changeable state. It is set to be larger than the number of determination values per common map (11100 in the first embodiment). In other words, by increasing the number of setting of the standard figure per hit determination value in the variable state (first to third variable states), it is configured so that the normal pattern is more likely to occur than in the non-variable state. That is, the main control CPU 60a according to the first embodiment has a function as an opening determination unit that allows the opening operation of the operation ball portion 110 when the gate sensor 76 is detected.

  The random number for determining the normal fluctuation pattern is a random number used for determining the normal fluctuation pattern that defines the fluctuation time (normal fluctuation time) of the normal fluctuation display performed in the normal chart display unit 55. In the first embodiment, 23 kinds of integer values from “0” to “22” are set as random numbers for determining the normal variation pattern, and are updated one by one at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds). It has become.

(Regarding the usual pattern fluctuation pattern)
In the first embodiment, a plurality of types of normal map change patterns having different normal map change times are set in the main control ROM 60b, and when the pachinko ball passes through the start gate unit 34 (more specifically, a gate sensor). Based on the random number for determining the normal variation pattern acquired when the pachinko ball is detected by the 76, the main control CPU 60a determines the normal variation time. In the first embodiment, the first common figure fluctuation pattern set to the first common figure fluctuation time (5000 milliseconds in the first embodiment) and the second common figure fluctuation time (1400 milliseconds in the first embodiment). A set second common figure variation pattern is set.

  The main control ROM 60b has a gaming state (specifically, a non-changed state, a first changed state, or a second changed state) that is specified when the hit per map is determined. Or a third variable state), a determination value for determining a general pattern variation pattern is set for each standard variation pattern, and is acquired when a pachinko ball passes through the start gate unit 34. One common figure fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) is determined based on the random number for determining the usual figure fluctuation pattern. In the first embodiment, a determination value for determining a general map is assigned so that the main control CPU 60a determines the first normal pattern variation pattern when the gaming state at the time of determining the general map is an unchangeable state. A determination value for determining the general map is assigned so that the main control CPU 60a determines the second normal pattern variation pattern when the gaming state when performing the determination for the normal map is the first to third variable states. As described above, the main control CPU 60a according to the first embodiment functions as an allowable standby time determination unit that determines the time (permissible standby time) from when the normal hit determination is performed until the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened. It is configured to Here, in the first embodiment, 23 integer values “0” to “22” corresponding to the random numbers for determining the normal variation pattern are set as the determination values for determining the normal variation pattern.

(About processing on the main control board)
Next, processing executed by the main control CPU 60a of the main control board 60 based on the control program will be described. The main control CPU 60a shifts to a state in which a game on the pachinko machine 10 is possible after executing an initial setting process such as a security check in accordance with power-on of the pachinko machine 10. In this state, normal processing is executed at a predetermined control cycle (every 4 milliseconds). Here, in the normal process executed by the main control CPU 60a, a random number update process for updating various random numbers, a timer update process for measuring time, a command input / output process for inputting / outputting various commands, and a game information display unit M In addition to executing processing related to display contents, flag setting processing, winning game execution processing, etc., special drawing input processing related to winning in the starting unit and special drawing start processing related to special drawing hit determination are executed. It has become. Hereinafter, the special figure input process and the special figure start process will be specifically described.

(Special drawing input process)
In the special figure input process, as shown in FIG. 9, whether or not the pachinko ball has won the fixed starter 31 (fixed starter 32) or the first variable starter 125 (first variable starter 127) is controlled by the main control. The CPU 60a determines (Step A11). That is, in step A11, the main control CPU 60a receives a detection signal output when the fixed start detection sensor 75 or the first variable start detection sensor 77 corresponding to the fixed start unit 31 or the first variable start unit 125 detects a pachinko ball. It is determined whether or not it has been done. And when the determination result of step A11 is negative, it transfers to step A15. If the determination result of step A11 is affirmative, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the number of holds in the first special figure start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c is less than the upper limit number of 4 ( Step A12). If the determination result of step A12 is negative (that is, the number of holds of the first special figure start hold information is 4), the main control CPU 60a proceeds to step A15.

  If the determination result in step A12 is affirmative (the number of the first special figure start hold information hold number <4), the number of the first special figure start hold information hold is incremented by 1, and the first special figure stored in the main control RAM 60c is stored. The number of holds in the figure start hold information is rewritten (step A13). Subsequently, the main control RAM 60c receives the winning information (value of random number for determination per special figure, value of random number for determination of special figure, value of random number for determination of performance execution, value of various random numbers such as random number for determination of special figure variation pattern). The main control CPU 60a reads and sets the winning information (random value) as the first winning start hold information in the first to fourth areas of the first start hold area in the main control RAM 60c associated with the hold number ( Step A14). Thereby, the process proceeds to step A15.

  In Step A15, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not a pachinko ball has won the second variable starter 130 (second variable start port 132). That is, in step A15, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not a detection signal output when the second variable start detection sensor 78 corresponding to the second variable start unit 130 detects a pachinko ball has been input. If the determination result in step A15 is negative, the special figure input process is terminated. If the determination result of step A15 is affirmative, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the number of holds in the second special figure start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c is less than the upper limit number of 4 ( Step A16). If the determination result of step A16 is negative (that is, the number of holds in the second special figure start hold information is 4), the special figure input process is terminated.

  If the determination result in step A16 is affirmative (the number of holdings of the second special figure starting hold information <4), the number of holdings of the second special figure starting holding information is incremented by 1, and the second special figure stored in the main control RAM 60c is stored. The number of holds in the figure start hold information is rewritten (step A17). Subsequently, the main control RAM 60c receives the winning information (random number for determination per special figure, random value for determination of special figure, random value for determination of performance execution, random number value for determination of special figure variation pattern, etc.) ) Is read by the main control CPU 60a, and the winning information (random number value) is set as the second winning start start hold information in the first to fourth areas of the second start hold area of the main control RAM 60c associated with the hold number. (Step A18), the special figure input process is terminated.

(Special drawing start process)
Next, the special figure start process will be described with reference to FIG. The main control CPU 60a executes the special figure start process every predetermined control cycle (4 milliseconds in the first embodiment). In the special figure starting process, the main control CPU 60a determines whether the special figure 1 or the special figure 2 is variably displayed in the special figure display units 50A and 50B and the symbol display device 17, or whether or not the winning game is being played. (Step B11). If the determination result of step B11 is affirmative, the main control CPU 60a ends the special figure start process. On the other hand, if the determination result in step B11 is negative, the number of holds in the second special figure start hold information is read (step B12), and whether the number of hold in the second special figure start hold information is greater than “0”. Is determined (step B13). If the determination result of step B13 is negative (if the number of second special figure start hold information hold = 0), the main control CPU 60a proceeds to the process of step B16. The main control CPU 60a also stores the special chart stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c if the determination result in step B13 is affirmative (the number of the second special figure start hold information> 0). A value “1” indicating that the second special figure variation effect is executed is set in the variation processing flag. Next, the main control CPU 60a decrements the hold number of the second special figure start hold information by 1 (step B14) and stores the second special figure stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c associated with the hold number. The main control CPU 60a obtains the figure start hold information (values of random numbers for determination per special figure, random values for determination of special figures, random values for determination of performance execution, and random numbers for determination of special figure variation pattern). (Step B15).

  Here, the main control CPU 60a acquires the second special figure start hold information (random number) from the first special figure storage area in which the second special figure start hold information stored earliest is stored. The main control CPU 60a obtains a random number associated with the second special figure start hold information, and then stores the second special figure start hold information stored second fastest in the second special figure storage area. 2. The special figure start hold information (random number) is stored in the first special figure storage area. Similarly, the main control CPU 60a stores the second special figure start hold information (random number) in the third special figure storage area in which the second special figure start hold information stored third fastest is stored. The second special figure start hold information (random number) in the fourth special figure storage area in which the second special figure start hold information stored in the area is stored the fourth earliest (that is, the newest) is stored in the third special figure. Store in the figure storage area. That is, the second special figure start suspension information is read by the main control CPU 60a in the order stored in the main control RAM 60c. Further, the main control CPU 60a changes the display of the second special figure hold display section 53 so as to correspond to the number of holds of the second special figure start hold information after the subtraction.

  When various random numbers as the second special figure start hold information are acquired by the process of step B15, as shown in FIG. 11, the main control CPU 60a stores the acquired special figure determination random number value in the main control ROM 60b. A special figure hit determination (hit determination) is performed to determine whether or not it matches the stored big hit determination value (step B22). When the determination result of the special figure determination in step B22 is a big hit (when a big hit game occurs), the special figure flag is set to “1” indicating that the change is a big win. (Step B23). Then, the main control CPU 60a determines the final stop symbol (special symbol 2), which becomes the symbol per special symbol displayed on the second special symbol display unit 50B, based on the acquired special symbol determining random number value (see FIG. 2). Step B24). Here, since the special figure determination random number value is associated with the special figure per special figure symbol in FIG. 2, the main control CPU 60a associates the acquired special figure determination random number value with the special figure determination random number value. By determining FIG. 2, the symbol per special figure is determined. Then, when the symbol per special figure (special figure 2) is determined, the main control CPU 60a selects one special figure from the special figure fluctuation patterns for the special figure based on the value of the random number for determining the special figure fluctuation pattern. A variation pattern is determined (step B25).

  On the other hand, if the determination result of the special figure determination in step B22 is negative (if not per special figure), the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not to execute the reach effect (reach determination). (Step B27). In the first embodiment, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the effect execution determination random number acquired from the main control RAM 60c during the process of step B15 matches the effect execution determination value. If the determination result in step B27 is affirmative (when a reach effect is performed), the main control CPU 60a uses the second special symbol display unit 50B to display the outlier symbol as a final stop symbol (special feature). 2) (step B28). Next, the main control CPU 60a determines one special figure fluctuation pattern from among the special figure fluctuation patterns for loss reach based on the value of the random number for special figure fluctuation pattern determination (step B29).

  If the determination result of the effect execution determination in step B27 is negative (when the reach effect is not performed), the main control CPU 60a displays the error symbol that is confirmed and stopped on the second special figure display unit 50B. Is determined as the final stop symbol (special drawing 2) (step B30). Next, the main control CPU 60a determines one special figure fluctuation pattern from the special figure fluctuation patterns for detachment based on the value of the special figure fluctuation pattern determination random number (step B31).

  Here, the main control CPU 60a, which has determined the special figure variation pattern and the final stop pattern (special figure 2) in steps B25, B29, and B31, sets a predetermined control command (step B26). Specifically, the main control CPU 60a designates the determined special figure variation pattern and designates the special figure fluctuation pattern designation command for instructing the start of the symbol fluctuation, and the special figure for instructing the special figure 2 as the final stop symbol. 2 Set the designated command. Then, the main control CPU 60a ends the special figure start process.

  On the other hand, if the determination result of step B13 is negative (the number of holdings of the second special figure starting hold information = 0), the number of holdings of the first special figure starting holding information is read (step B16), It is determined whether or not the number of holds in the figure start hold information is larger than “0” (step B17). When the determination result in step B17 is affirmative (the number of holdings of the first special figure start holding information> 0), the main control CPU 60a changes the special figure stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c. A value “0” indicating that the first special figure variation effect is executed is set in the processing flag. Next, the main control CPU 60a subtracts 1 from the number of holdings of the first special figure start hold information (step B18), and is stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c associated with the first special figure start hold information. The main control CPU 60a obtains the value of the random number for determining the special figure, the value of the random number for determining the special figure, the value of the random number for determining the performance execution, and the value of the random number for determining the special figure variation pattern (step B19). A hit determination process is executed. In other words, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, when the second special figure start hold information acquired in response to the winning of the second variable starter 130 is stored in the main control RAM 60c, the fixed starter 31 Alternatively, even if the first special figure start hold information acquired upon winning the first variable start unit 125 is stored in the main control RAM 60c, the symbol variation effect based on the second special figure start hold information has priority. To be executed automatically.

  Here, the main control CPU 60a acquires the first special figure start hold information (random number) from the first special figure storage area in which the first special figure start hold information stored earliest is stored. The main control CPU 60a obtains a random number associated with the first special figure start hold information, and then stores the first special figure start hold information stored in the second special figure storage area in the second special figure storage area. One special figure start hold information (random number) is stored in the first special figure storage area. Similarly, the main control CPU 60a stores the first special figure start hold information (random number) in the third special figure storage area in which the first special figure start hold information stored third fastest is stored. The first special figure start hold information (random number) in the fourth special figure storage area in which the first special figure start hold information stored in the area is stored fourth fastest (that is, the newest) is stored in the third special feature. Store in the figure storage area. That is, the first special figure start suspension information is read by the main control CPU 60a in the order stored in the main control RAM 60c. Further, the main control CPU 60a changes the display of the first special figure hold display section 52 so as to correspond to the number of holds of the first special figure start hold information after the subtraction.

  When various random numbers as the first special figure start hold information are acquired by the process of step B19, as shown in FIG. 12, the main control CPU 60a stores the acquired special figure determination random number value in the main control ROM 60b. A special figure hit determination (hit determination) is performed to determine whether or not the stored big hit determination value matches (step B32). When the determination result of the special figure determination in step B32 is a big hit (when a big hit game is generated), the special figure flag is set to “1” indicating that the change is a big win. (Step B33). Then, the main control CPU 60a determines a final stop symbol (special diagram 1) that becomes a symbol per special symbol displayed on the first special symbol display unit 50A based on the acquired special symbol determination random number value (see FIG. 1). Step B34). Here, since the special figure determining random number value is associated with the symbol per special figure in FIG. 1, the main control CPU 60a assigns the special figure determining random number value associated with the acquired special figure determining random number value. By determining FIG. 1, the symbol per special figure is determined. When the symbol per special figure (Special Fig. 1) is determined, the main control CPU 60a selects one special figure out of the special figure variation patterns for each special diagram based on the value of the random number for determining the special diagram variation pattern. A variation pattern is determined (step B35).

  On the other hand, when the determination result of the special figure determination in step B32 is negative (in the case where it is not per special figure), the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not to execute the reach effect (reach determination). (Step B37). In the first embodiment, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the effect execution determination random number acquired from the main control RAM 60c during the process of step B19 matches the effect execution determination value. If the determination result in step B37 is affirmative (when a reach effect is performed), the main control CPU 60a uses the first special symbol display unit 50A as a final stop symbol (special stop symbol). FIG. 1) is determined (step B38). Next, the main control CPU 60a determines one special figure fluctuation pattern from among the special figure fluctuation patterns for loss reach based on the value of the special figure fluctuation pattern determination random number (step B39).

  If the determination result of the effect execution determination in step B37 is negative (when the reach effect is not performed), the main control CPU 60a displays the off symbol that is confirmed and stopped on the first special figure display unit 50A. Is determined as the final stop symbol (Special Fig. 1) (step B40). Next, the main control CPU 60a determines one special figure fluctuation pattern from the special figure fluctuation patterns for detachment based on the value of the special figure fluctuation pattern determination random number (step B41).

  Here, the main control CPU 60a, which has determined the special figure variation pattern and the final stop pattern (special figure 1) in steps B35, B39, and B41, sets a predetermined control command (step B36). Specifically, the main control CPU 60a designates the determined special figure variation pattern and designates the special figure fluctuation pattern designation command for instructing the start of the symbol fluctuation, and the special figure for instructing the special figure 1 as the final stop symbol. 1 Set a designated command. Then, the main control CPU 60a ends the special figure start process.

  On the other hand, if the determination result of step B17 is negative (if the number of first special figure start hold information hold = 0), has the main control CPU 60a already output a demonstration designation command for starting execution of the demonstration effect? If the determination result is negative, a demonstration designation command is output and the special figure start process is terminated (step B21). If the determination result in step B20 is affirmative (if the demonstration designation command has already been output), the main control CPU 60a ends the special figure start process.

  Here, each control command set in the special figure start process is output to the effect control board 65 by the main control CPU 60a in the command input / output process in the normal process described above, and in the special figure variation pattern in the timer update process. The main control CPU 60a starts measuring the specified fluctuation time, and at the same time, the main control CPU 60a controls the corresponding special figure display units 50A and 50B so as to start the special figure fluctuation display. Then, the main control CPU 60a instructs the stoppage of the decorative drawing based on the fluctuation time set in the specified special-figure fluctuation pattern, and controls the production of all symbol stop commands for displaying the symbol combination to be confirmed and stopped. Output to the substrate 65.

  Here, the main control CPU 60a terminates the hit game in the flag setting process in the case of the special symbol per symbol (design A, B, C, g per special symbol) that gives the probability variation state. The probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state is set to “1” later. The probability variation flag is set so that the probability variation flag is set to “0” by the main control CPU 60a in the flag setting process when the probability variation state end condition is satisfied. In the first embodiment, the probability change state end condition is established when a game per next special figure starts, and the probability change flag is set to “0” at the timing when the main control CPU 60a starts the hit game. It is supposed to be. That is, the main control CPU 60a can specify the gaming state by referring to the probability change flag as the gaming state specifying information.

  In the first embodiment, the main control CPU 60a sets the flag when the symbol per special symbol is a symbol per special symbol (symbol A, D, g, h) that shifts to the first variable state after the big hit game. In the case of a special symbol per symbol (symbols B and E) that changes to the second variable state after the big hit game, the variable flag is set to “1” indicating the first variable state in the process. When the flag is set to “2” indicating the second variable state, and the symbol per symbol (designs C and F) shifts to the third variable state after the big hit game, the variable flag is set to the third It is set to “3” indicating the change state. This variable flag is set so that the main control CPU 60a sets the variable flag to “0” in the flag setting process when the variable condition end condition is satisfied. That is, the main control CPU 60a can specify the gaming state by referring to the variable flag as the gaming state specifying information. In the first embodiment, the end condition of the variable state is the variable determined when the next game per special figure starts or when the special figure (the fourth, fifth, sixth and eighth big hit games) is won. It is realized by executing the symbol variation effect (special diagram variation display) of the state grant period (number of times of change), and the timing at which the main control CPU 60a starts the game or the next symbol of the number of times of change The variable flag is set to “0” before the variable effect (special drawing variable display) is performed. That is, in the non-variable state, the variable flag is set to “0”.

  That is, by referring to the value of the probability change flag, the main control CPU 60a is configured to be able to specify whether the game state is given the probability change state or the non-probability change state where the probability change state is not given. In addition, by referring to the game state specifying information (value of probability change flag or variable flag), whether it is a non-variable state, a gaming state of the first variable state, or a gaming state of the second variable state, The main control CPU 60a can specify whether the game state is the third variable state. In this way, the main control CPU 60a is configured to function as a gaming state determination unit that can specify a plurality of gaming states. Further, when the end condition of the variable state is satisfied as the variable period application period elapses, the main control CPU 60a outputs a variable end command to the effect control board 65 in the command input / output process. Yes.

(Regarding the control process associated with entering the starting gate 34)
Further, in the normal process executed by the main control CPU 60a, a common figure input process related to winning to the start gate unit 34 and a general figure start process related to a universal hit determination are executed. Hereinafter, the general map input process and the general map start process will be described in detail.

(Regarding the normal map input process)
In the normal input process, as shown in FIG. 13, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the pachinko ball has passed through the start gate unit 34 (step F11). That is, in step F11, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not a detection signal output when the gate sensor 76 corresponding to the start gate unit 34 detects a pachinko ball has been input. If the determination result in step F11 is negative, the common map input process is terminated. When the determination result of step F11 is affirmative, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the number of holds in the general-purpose chart start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c is less than the upper limit number 4 (step F12). ). If the determination result in step F12 is negative (that is, the number of holds in the general map start hold information is 4), the main control CPU 60a ends the general map input process.

  If the determination result in step F12 is affirmative (the number of hold of the general-purpose start hold information <4), the number of hold of the general-purpose start hold information is incremented by 1, and the first general-purpose map start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c is stored. Is rewritten (step F13). Subsequently, the main control CPU 60a reads the random number for determining the normal figure and the random number for determining the normal pattern variation pattern from the main control RAM 60c, and associates the random number value with the reserved number of the general chart start hold information. A predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c is set (step F14). Thereby, the common map input process is completed.

(Regarding the usual chart start process)
Next, the common diagram start process will be described with reference to FIG. The main control CPU 60a executes the normal diagram start process every predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds in the first embodiment). In the general map start process, the main control CPU 60a determines whether the general map is in a variable display or in the general map display unit 55 (step G11). If the determination result of step G11 is affirmative, the main control CPU 60a ends the normal diagram start process. On the other hand, if the determination result of step G11 is negative, the number of holds of the general-purpose start hold information is read (step G12), and it is determined whether or not the number of hold of the general-purpose start hold information is greater than “0”. (Step G13). When the determination result of step G13 is negative (when the number of holdings of the general chart start hold information = 0), the main control CPU 60a ends the general chart start process. In addition, when the determination result in step G13 is affirmative (the number of hold of the general map start hold information> 0), the main control CPU 60a stores the normal map change process stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c. A value “1” indicating that the normal map change effect is executed is set in the flag. Next, the main control CPU 60a subtracts 1 from the number of holdings of the general-purpose starting hold information (step G14), and is stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c associated with the number of holdings of the general-purpose start holding information. The main control CPU 60a obtains the value of the random number for determining the normal map and the random number for determining the normal pattern variation pattern (step G15).

  Here, the main control CPU 60a acquires a random number from the first general map storage area in which the normal chart start hold information stored earliest is stored. The main control CPU 60a obtains a random number associated with the second map start hold information, and then stores information on the second map storage area (random number) in which the map start hold information stored second earlier is stored. ) Is stored in the first map storage area. Similarly, the main control CPU 60a stores the information (random number) of the third map storage area in which the map start hold information stored third fastest is stored in the second map map storage area, and fourthly. The information (random number) in the fourth map storage area in which the early map hold information stored (ie, the newest) is stored in the third map storage area. That is, the normal start suspension information is read by the main control CPU 60a in the order stored in the main control RAM 60c. Further, the main control CPU 60a changes the display of the general map hold display section 56 so as to correspond to the number of holds of the general map start hold information after subtraction.

  When various random numbers are acquired by the process of step G15, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the acquired random number for determining the common figure matches the universal figure determination value stored in the main control ROM 60b. A judgment per hit map (win lottery) is performed (step G16). That is, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not to allow the opening operation by making a hit-by-base determination based on the gaming state specified by the change flag.

  Next, the main control CPU 60a determines the opening / closing conditions (first to second opening patterns P1 to P2 and the normal pattern variation pattern) of the operation port opening / closing member 112 associated with the normal map (step G18). That is, in step G18, as the opening / closing conditions of the operation port opening / closing member 112, the first to second opening patterns P1 to P2 are determined by lottery at a selection ratio corresponding to the gaming state specified by the change flag. In addition, when the variable flag is “0” (non-variable state), the symbol per universal figure is determined and the first universal pattern variation pattern is determined to indicate the fluctuation per universal figure. “1” is set in the flag per figure. When the variable flag is “1”, “2”, “3” (in the case of the first to third variable states), the symbol per symbol is determined and the second symbol variation pattern is determined. Is set and “2” is set in the flag for the universal map indicating that the fluctuation is for the universal map. Although the lottery of the first to second release patterns P1 to P2 corresponding to the gaming state will be described later, the main control CPU 60a uses the first release pattern P1 when the first release pattern P1 is determined in the lottery. “1” is set in the release pattern flag indicating that there is, and when the second release pattern P2 is determined in the lottery, “2” is set in the release pattern flag indicating that it is the second release pattern P2.

  In addition, when the determination result of the normal map per unit determination in step G16 is negative (in the case of non-standard map per unit), the main control CPU 60a cancels the normal map that is confirmed and stopped on the general map display unit 55. The general map to be shown is determined as the final stop symbol, and the fluctuation time of the general map change executed by the general map display unit 55 is determined (step G19). Note that the determination of the normal variation pattern in the case of a deviation from the normal map is the same as the determination of the normal variation pattern for each general map described above, and thus detailed description thereof is omitted. When the normal variation pattern and the final stop symbol are determined in steps G18 and G19, processing related to the general variation is executed (step G20). Specifically, the main control CPU 60a designates the determined general map variation pattern and also instructs the start of the general diagram variation pattern command, and the open pattern designation command for designating the release patterns P1 and P2. Set. Then, the main control CPU 60a ends the normal diagram start process.

  Here, each control command set in the general chart start process is output to the effect control board 65 by the main control CPU 60a in the command input / output process in the normal process described above, and in the normal pattern variation pattern in the timer update process. The main control CPU 60a starts measuring the specified map change time, and at the same time, the main control CPU 60a controls the map display unit 55 to start the map change display. Then, the main control CPU 60a instructs the stop of the normal map change based on the change time set in the specified normal map change pattern, and controls the normal map stop command for displaying the fixed figure in a fixed stop state. Output to the substrate 65. Then, after displaying the symbols per map on the map display section 55, the opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the opening patterns P1 to P2 specified by the opening pattern flag in a process different from the map start process. The main control CPU 60a drives and controls the first solenoid 113, and drives and controls the second solenoid 122 so that the sorting member 121 is displaced to the first sorting position and the second sorting position in a predetermined sorting operation pattern. Thus, the opening operation of the first start port opening / closing member 126 or the second start port opening / closing member 131 is allowed.

(About lottery for opening patterns P1 and P2)
The lottery of the opening patterns P1 to P2 performed when the starting gate 34 is entered will be described. In the main control board 60, the operation entrance ball portion 110 is opened by an opening determination executed when the pachinko ball passes through the start gate portion 34 (specifically, the gate sensor 76 detects the pachinko ball). A lottery to determine one of the first release pattern P1 and the second release pattern P2 at a selection ratio according to the gaming state when the gate sensor 76 detects a pachinko ball. Do.

  The main control CPU 60a uses an opening pattern determination random number used for determining an opening pattern triggered by the pachinko ball passing through the start gate unit 34 (specifically, the gate sensor 76 detects the pachinko ball). get. In the first embodiment, 65536 integer values from “0” to “65535” are set as random numbers for determining the open pattern, and are updated one by one at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds). Yes. In addition, the main control ROM 60b stores a determination value for determining an opening pattern used in a lottery for determining an opening pattern using a random number for determining an opening pattern. In this determination value for determining the open pattern, all 65536 integers from “0” to “65535” that can be taken by the random numbers for determining the open pattern are distributed to the first open pattern P1 and the second open pattern P2. An opening pattern to which the determination value for determining the opening pattern that matches the acquired opening pattern determining random number is assigned is determined as the opening pattern of the working port opening / closing member 112. Note that the release pattern is determined when the release determination results in a determination to release the working ball portion 110, and therefore, a random number for determining per common figure can be used as a random number for determining the release pattern.

  The number of allocation of the determination value for determining the opening pattern to the first opening pattern P1 and the second opening pattern P2 is set to be different depending on the gaming state. As shown in FIG. 15, when the gaming state is the non-variable state, the probability that the first release pattern P1 is determined is 65535/65536, and the probability that the second release pattern P2 is determined is 1/65536. When the determination value for determining the opening pattern is assigned to the game state and the gaming state is the first variable state, the probability that the first opening pattern P1 is determined is 1/65536, and the probability that the second opening pattern P2 is determined. Is determined to be 65535/65536, and when the gaming state is the second variable state, the probability that the first opening pattern P1 is determined is 1/5, and the second opening is determined. When the determination value for determining the opening pattern is assigned so that the probability that the pattern P2 is determined is 4/5, and the gaming state is the third variable state, the probability that the first opening pattern P1 is determined is 4 / In an open pattern determination judgment value so that the probability that the second opening pattern P2 is determined becomes 1/5 is distributed. In other words, when the winning per map is determined in the non-variable state, the first opening pattern P1 is determined with a probability of approximately 100%, whereas the winning per base map is determined in the first variable state. In this case, the second opening pattern P2 is determined with a probability of approximately 100%. In addition, when winning in the second variable state is won for the normal map, the first open pattern P1 is determined with a higher probability than the first open pattern P1 is determined in the first variable state. The second release pattern P2 is determined with a lower probability than the probability that the second release pattern P2 is determined in the first variable state. In addition, when winning in the third variable state is won for the normal map, the first open pattern P1 is determined with a higher probability than the first open pattern P1 is determined in the second variable state. The second release pattern P2 is determined with a probability lower than the probability that the second release pattern P2 is determined in the second variable state. In other words, the probability that the first opening pattern P1 is determined when winning in the normal state is determined in the order of the first variable state, the second variable state, and the third variable state. On the other hand, the probability that the second opening pattern P2 is determined when the winning determination is won in the variable state is the third variable state, the second variable state, and the first variable state. It is set to become higher in the order of. Note that the probability that each open pattern P1, P2 is determined in each variable state is one example, and can be changed as appropriate.

  Here, as described above, when the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the first opening pattern P1, the first variable starter 125 is opened by the pachinko ball that has entered the operation ball entry 110. Is set higher than the probability that the second variable starter 130 is opened by the pachinko ball (in the first embodiment, the first variable starter 125 is opened at a probability of 100%), and the second When the opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the opening pattern P2, the probability that the second variable starter 130 is opened by the pachinko ball that has entered the operating ball entrance 110 is first due to the pachinko ball. It is set higher than the probability that the variable starting part 125 is opened (in the first embodiment, the second variable starting part 130 is opened with a probability of 100%). In the pachinko machine 10 set so that the probability that the second opening pattern P2 is determined in the order of the third variable state, the second variable state, and the first variable state is increased, The probability (frequency) that the second variable starter 130 is opened by the pachinko ball that has entered the ball 110 is in the order of the third variable state, the second variable state, and the first variable state. It is high. Further, the first variable state, the second variable state, and the third variable state are specified by the type of big hit game (win game) determined in the case of winning in the hit determination as described above. Therefore, in the first embodiment, depending on the type of hit, the frequency at which the first variable starter 125 is actuated for opening the first special figure variation display and the start of the second special figure fluctuation display. The frequency with which the second variable starter 130 serving as a trigger is opened is different.

(About the production control board)
The effect control board 65 is provided with an effect control CPU 65a. As shown in FIG. 4, an effect control ROM 65b and an effect control RAM 65c are connected to the effect control CPU 65a. The effect control CPU 65a updates the values of various random numbers at predetermined intervals, stores (sets) the updated value in the setting area of the effect control RAM 65c, and rewrites the value before the update.

  Here, the effect control ROM 65b stores an effect pattern for specifying the specific effect contents of the symbol variation effect executed in the symbol variation effect. Each production pattern is associated with the special figure variation pattern, and the production control CPU 65a decides a corresponding production pattern based on the special figure fluctuation pattern determined by the main control CPU 60a. That is, the effect control CPU 65a is configured to function as effect content determination means for determining the effect content of the symbol variation effect to be performed by the symbol display device 17 based on the winning information (random value) acquired by the main control CPU 60a. Has been. The production pattern is not associated with the special figure variation pattern in a one-to-one relationship, but a plurality of production patterns are associated with one special figure variation pattern. The effect control CPU 65a determines one effect pattern from the effect patterns associated with the variation pattern. In addition, in the effect pattern, the stop timing of the decorative drawing of each symbol row is determined in the symbol variation effect, and the decorative drawing is stopped in each row in accordance with the stop timing determined in the effect pattern. A suitable sound effect is output from the speaker 19 in accordance with the stop, or the light emitting device 18 emits light appropriately.

  The effect control ROM 65b stores an effect control program for comprehensively controlling the light emission control board 72 and the sound control board 73. When the effect control CPU 65a inputs various control commands, the effect control CPU 65a executes various controls based on the effect control program.

(About processing on the production control board)
Next, a process executed by the effect control CPU 65a of the effect control board 65 based on the control program will be described. The effect control CPU 65a shifts to a state in which a game on the pachinko machine 10 is possible after executing an initial setting process such as a security check in accordance with power-on of the pachinko machine 10. In this state, normal processing is executed at a predetermined control cycle (every 4 milliseconds). Here, in the normal process executed by the effect control CPU 65a, a random number update process for updating various random numbers for effect control, a timer update process for measuring time, a command input / output process for inputting / outputting various commands, Processing related to the execution of effects during fluctuations, processing for setting flags, processing related to execution of effects during win games, and the like are executed.

  That is, the effect control CPU 65a of the effect control board 65 determines an effect pattern to be executed in the symbol change effect based on the special figure change pattern designation command input from the main control board 60 (main control CPU 60a). An effect pattern designation command for designating the effect pattern is output to the display control board 70, the light emission control board 72, the sound control board 73, and the like. When the special figure 1 designation command or the special figure 2 designation command is input, the effect control CPU 65a decorates each symbol row to be finally stopped and displayed on the symbol display device 17 in accordance with the special symbol stop symbol designation corresponding to the command. Determine the figure. That is, when the symbol designated by the special symbol 1 designation command or the special symbol 2 designation command is a symbol per special symbol, the effect control CPU 65a displays each symbol sequence so that the symbol combination of the decorative symbols displayed per special symbol is obtained. The decoration drawing is determined.

  The effect control CPU 65a sets the probability variation information flag and the variation information flag based on the special figure 1 designation command and the special figure 2 designation command output from the main control CPU 60a. Specifically, when the special figure 1 or special figure 2 specified by the special figure 1 designation or special figure 2 designation command corresponds to the symbol per special figure to which the probability variation state is assigned, the probability variation information flag indicating the probability variation state is set. The probability variation information flag is set to “0” when it is set to “1” and it corresponds to a symbol per special symbol that is not given a probability variation state. Further, when the special figure 1 or special figure 2 specified by the special figure 1 designation or special figure 2 designation command corresponds to the symbol per special figure to which the first variable state is assigned, the variable information flag is set to “1”. ”And set the variable information flag to“ 2 ”when corresponding to the symbol per special symbol to which the second variable state is assigned, and corresponding to the symbol per special symbol to which the third variable state is assigned The variable information flag is set to “3”. That is, the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment is configured such that the effect control CPU 65a can specify the gaming state.

  Then, at the stop timing of the decoration of each symbol row specified by the effect pattern, a decoration designation command for each row is output to the display control board 70, the light emission control board 72, the sound control board 73, and the like. Specifically, the effect control CPU 65a starts measuring time by a timer means (not shown) at the same time when the special figure variation pattern designation command is input, and the left decoration drawing at the stop timing of the decoration of the left symbol row. A designation command is output, a right decoration designating command is output at the stop timing of the decoration drawing of the right design row, and an interior decoration designating command is output at the stop timing of the decoration drawing of the middle design row.

  In addition, when the stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is a missing symbol, the effect control CPU 65a determines a symbol combination capable of recognizing the deviation. The effect control CPU 65a determines a symbol combination capable of recognizing a detachment including a reach formation symbol when the special figure variation pattern for the detachment reach effect is instructed. On the other hand, the effect control CPU 65a determines a symbol combination that can recognize a detachment that does not include a reach formation symbol when a special-figure variation pattern for the detachment effect is instructed. In addition, when the effect control CPU 65a inputs an all symbols stop command, it outputs the command to the display control board 70, the light emission control board 72, the sound control board 73, and the like.

(About production control)
Next, processing executed on the effect control board 65 will be described. In the effect control board 65, when the control command (special figure fluctuation pattern designation command) instructing the start of the special figure fluctuation output from the main control board 60 is inputted, the process related to the start of the fluctuation of the symbol fluctuation effect is performed. Done. Specifically, the effect control CPU 65a of the effect control board 65 determines an effect pattern to be executed in the symbol variation effect based on the special diagram variation pattern designation command input from the main control CPU 60a, and determines the determined effect pattern. An effect pattern designation command to be designated is output to the display control board 70, the light emission control board 72, the sound control board 73, and the like. That is, the effect control CPU 65a functions as an effect execution control means for executing a symbol variation effect based on the determined variation pattern.

  Here, the effect patterns that can be selected by the effect control CPU 65a are classified for each special figure fluctuation pattern, and an effect pattern corresponding to the special figure fluctuation pattern is selected. In addition, when the special figure 1 designation command or the special figure 2 designation command is input, the effect control CPU 65a displays each symbol sequence to be finally stopped on the symbol display device 17 in accordance with the stop symbol designation of the special figure corresponding to the command. Determine the decoration. In other words, when the symbol designated by the special symbol 1 designation command or the special symbol 2 designation command is a symbol per special symbol, the effect control CPU 65a decorates each symbol row so as to be a symbol combination of the ornamental symbol displayed as a jackpot display. The figure is determined.

  Then, at the stop timing of the decorative drawing of each symbol row specified by the effect pattern, the decorative drawing designation command of each row is output to the light emission control board 72, the sound control board 73, and the like. Specifically, the effect control CPU 65a starts measuring time by a timer means (not shown) at the same time when the special figure variation pattern designation command is input, and the left decoration drawing at the stop timing of the decoration of the left symbol row. A designation command is output, a right decoration designating command is output at the stop timing of the decoration drawing of the right design row, and an interior decoration designating command is output at the stop timing of the decoration drawing of the middle design row.

  In the pachinko machine according to the first embodiment, the suggestion effect pattern for specifying the suggestion effect that definitely suggests that the effect pattern is the first variable state (first operation state) is stored in the effect control ROM 65b. And a non-suggested effect pattern that specifies a non-suggested effect that does not definitely suggest that the second variable state (second operating state) and the third variable state (third operating state) are stored. ing. The effect control CPU 65a determines the suggestive effect pattern when the variable information flag is “1”, and determines the non-implicit effect pattern when the variable information flag is “2” or “3”. Configured to determine.

(Display control board 70)
The display control board 70 is provided with a display control CPU 70a. A display control ROM 70b and a display control RAM 70c are connected to the display control CPU 70a. In addition, the symbol display device 17 is connected to the display control board 70 (display control CPU 70a). The display control ROM 70b stores a display control program for controlling the display contents of the symbol display device 17. The display control ROM 70b stores various image data (image data such as symbols, various background images, characters, characters, etc.). The display control RAM 70c stores (sets) various types of information that can be appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko machine 10.

  The display control ROM 70b includes a suggestion effect, a second variable state (second operating state), and a third variable that definitely indicate the first variable state (first operating state). The image data of the non-suggesting effect that does not definitely suggest that the state is the variable state (third operation state) is stored. Then, when an effect pattern designation command for designating an suggested effect pattern is input from the effect control CPU 65a, the display control CPU 70a calls the corresponding image data to display the suggested effect on the symbol display device 17, and from the effect control CPU 65a. When an effect pattern designating command for designating a non-suggested effect pattern is input, the corresponding image data is called and the non-suggested effect is displayed on the symbol display device 17. As the suggestive effect and the non-implicit effect, for example, the background color of the symbol variation effect executed by the symbol display device 17 can be used. In the first variable state, the background is displayed in red and the second variable effect is displayed. In the short state and the third variable state, the background is displayed in blue so that the player can recognize that the game state is the first variable state based on the background color, while the game state is the second state. It is possible to prevent the player from recognizing whether the current state is the third state or the third state. Further, the non-suggesting effect is set so that it can be displayed on the symbol display device 17 even in the non-variable state. Therefore, it is impossible to recognize which of the second variable state and the third variable state.

  Thus, the main control CPU 60a and the effect control CPU 65a perform various functions by executing control processing based on the control program. That is, the winning information acquisition means for acquiring the winning information triggered by the winning of the starting units 31, 125, 130 (triggered by the detection by any starting detecting means), and the acquisition of the winning information by the winning information acquiring means. A hit judging means for performing hit judgment for judging whether or not a big hit game occurs or not. If the hit judging means is a hit judgment result, there are a plurality of kinds of hit games advantageous to the player. The main control CPU 60a has a function as a hit game determining means for determining the type of hit game (big hit game) to be given from the main control CPU 60a. The winning game is uniquely determined by the type of jackpot symbol (winning seed) determined when the hit determining means is the hit determination result, so the main control CPU 60a determines that the hit determination result is the hit. In this case, it has a function as a hitting type determining means for determining the hitting type (per hitting type). Further, the main control CPU 60a has a function as a hit game giving means for giving the determined type of hit game (big hit game) after the special symbol variation display is finished (after the symbol variation effect is finished). Further, the main control CPU 60a functions as a variation pattern determining means for determining a variation pattern for specifying a variation time of a symbol variation effect to be performed by the symbol display means based on the winning information acquired by the winning information acquiring means. It has. The main control CPU 60a functions as a first privilege gaming state determination means for determining whether or not to grant the first privilege gaming state (probability variation state), and grants the first privilege gaming state after the winning game ends. It is comprised so that it may function as a 1st privilege game state provision means. Here, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not to give the probability variation state only when a hit occurs (when the determination result of the hit determination means is affirmative).

  In addition, the main control CPU 60a is configured to be capable of opening and closing the actuated ball portion between the first position and the second position after the hit game when the hit determination becomes a hit determination result. Open / close operation of the ball-opening part in an open / close mode that gives a gaming state (non-variable short state) or is frequently in a second position that makes it easier for the game ball to enter after hitting the game than in the first specific gaming state It functions as a specific game state determination means for determining whether to give the second specific game state (variable state). Further, the main control CPU 60a also functions as a specific game state giving means for giving (transferring) the first specific game state or the second specific game state after winning the game. In addition, when the second specific gaming state (shortening state) is granted, it functions as a granting period determining means for determining a period during which the entering easy state is given, and the entering easy state determined after the winning game ends. It functions also as the 2nd privilege game state provision means (entrance easy state provision means) which provides a change state only during the period which provides. Further, in the first embodiment, as the second specific gaming state, the frequency of the opening and closing operation of the second variable pitching portion is higher than the first variable pitching portion by the game ball that has entered the working pitching portion. The first operation state (first variable state) in which the operation opening and closing member is operated, and the frequency at which the second variable entrance portion is opened by the game ball that has entered the operation entrance portion. The second operating state (second variable state), which is lower than the first operating state, and the frequency at which the second variable entrance part is opened by the game ball entering the operation entrance part. A third operating state (third variable state) that is lower than the second operating state is set.

  In addition, the hit type (winning seed) that can be determined by the main control CPU 60a as the hitting type determining means is that the gaming state after the winning of the winning game is the first operating state (first variable state). Per second type (second, fifth, and second operating states (second variable state) per first type (per first, fourth, seventh, and eighth big hit games) And the third operating state (third variable state) and the third type (per third and sixth big hit games), the main control CPU 60a According to the determined winning type, after the winning game is ended, the game is shifted to any one of the first operating state, the second operating state, and the third operating state as the second specific gaming state. It functions as a state transition means. The main control CPU 60a functions as a gaming state determination unit that identifies a gaming state by referring to predetermined gaming state identification information. In addition, as game state specifying information, information that specifies the grant status of probability variation state or information that specifies the grant status of variable state can be set, and a plurality of game states can be specified by a combination of specific information is there.

  In addition, the main control CPU 60a of the first embodiment functions as an opening determination unit that allows an opening operation when a pachinko ball flowing down the game area 21 enters a predetermined entrance portion (starting gate portion 34). The opening / closing members 126 and 131 are configured to be able to enter the variable entrances 127 and 132 when the opening / closing members 126 and 131 are opened when the opening determination unit has a determination result that permits the opening operation. Yes. Further, the main control CPU 60a functions as an opening pattern determining means for determining an opening pattern for opening the operating ball-entry unit 110.

  In addition, the main control RAM 60c acquires for each entry triggered by the entrance of a game ball to the first starter and information obtained for each entrance and the game ball entered to the second starter. Each of the pieces of information functions as storage means capable of storing a plurality of pieces of information individually as start-up hold information. Specifically, the main control RAM 60c includes a first starter (a fixed starter 31 and a first variable starter) while the variable display is being performed on the display means (the symbol display device 17 and the first special view display 50A). 125) functions as a storage means for storing winning information acquired as a first start hold information, and the display means (the symbol display device 17 and the second special figure display unit 50B) display a variable display. During this time, it functions as a storage means for storing winning information acquired as a trigger for entering the second starting part (second variable starting part 130) as second starting hold information. The effect control CPU 65a has a function as effect determining means for determining the contents of the effect to be performed by the effect means such as the symbol display means, and also functions as an effect execution control means for executing the determined effect. The symbol display device 17 has a function as an effect unit capable of executing a plurality of types of effects related to a symbol variation effect, a hit effect, and the like.

(Operation of Example 1)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment will be described.

  In the first specific game state that is in the non-changeable state, the probability of hitting the baseball by the baseball hitting determination performed when entering the starting gate portion 34 is very low, Since the possibility that the pachinko ball enters the operating port 111 when the operating port opening / closing member 112 is opened and closed is extremely low, the player is left-handed in the hope of winning a big hit by winning the fixed start port 32 Play a game. In this left-handed game, the first special figure variation display is performed when a pachinko ball flowing down the first ball flow path 21a wins the fixed start port 32.

  When the symbol per special symbol determined to be a winning in the special symbol determination based on the winning at the fixed start port 32 is symbol A, the first big hit game corresponding to the symbol A is given. Then, after the end of the first jackpot game, the probability variation state is continuously provided until the next jackpot game is won, and the first variation state is imparted while the probability variation state continues. In addition, when the symbol per special symbol determined to be a hit in the special symbol determination based on the winning at the fixed start opening 32 is symbol B, the second big hit game corresponding to the symbol B is given. . Then, after the end of the second jackpot game, the probability variation state is continuously given until the next jackpot game is won, and the second variation state is granted while the probability variation state continues. Further, when the symbol per special symbol determined to be a winning in the special symbol determination based on the winning at the fixed start port 32 is the symbol C, the third jackpot game corresponding to the symbol C is given. . Then, after the third jackpot game is over, the probability variation state is continuously given until the next jackpot game is won, and the third variation state is given while the probability variation state continues.

  When the symbol per special symbol determined to be a hit in the special symbol determination based on the winning at the fixed start port 32 is symbol D, a fourth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol D is awarded. Then, after the fourth jackpot game is over, the probability variation state is not imparted, but the first variation state is imparted while the special figure variation display is performed 100 times. In addition, when the symbol per special symbol determined to be a hit in the special symbol determination based on the winning at the fixed start port 32 is the symbol E, the fifth big hit game corresponding to the symbol E is given. . Then, after the fifth jackpot game is over, the probability variation state is not provided, but the second variation state is imparted while the special figure variation display is performed 100 times. Further, when the symbol per special symbol determined to be a winning in the determination per special symbol triggered by a winning at the fixed start port 32 is the symbol F, a sixth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol F is given. . Then, after the sixth jackpot game is over, the probability variation state is not provided, but the third variation state is imparted while the special figure variation display is performed 100 times.

  In the second specific game state, which is the first to third variable states, the probability per hit is set to be extremely high, so that the operation port opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance part 110 is opened / closed. Since the possibility that a pachinko ball will enter the operation port 111 is extremely high, the player hopes that the first variable start unit 125 or the second variable start unit 130 is opened by winning the operation port 111. Play right-handed games. In this right-handed game, if the hitting determination is made when the pachinko ball that flows down the second ball flow path 21b enters the start gate unit 34, In the opening pattern lottery of the operating port opening / closing member 112, either the first opening pattern P1 or the second opening pattern P2 is determined with the lottery probability shown in FIG. 15, and the operating port opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed with the determined opening pattern. Is done. That is, when the opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the first opening pattern P1, the opening operation of the first starting port opening / closing member 126 of the first variable starting portion 125 is permitted by the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111. Thus, a pachinko ball can be awarded to the first variable start port 127 of the first variable start unit 125. On the other hand, when the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the second opening pattern P2, the opening operation of the second start port opening / closing member 131 of the second variable starter 130 is performed by the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111. Allowed, the pachinko ball can be awarded to the second variable start port 132 of the second variable start unit 130. Then, when the pachinko ball flowing down the second ball flow path 21b wins the second variable start port 132, the second special figure fluctuation display is performed.

  If the symbol per special symbol determined to be a hit in the special symbol determination based on the winning at the second variable start port 132 is a symbol g, a seventh jackpot game corresponding to the symbol g is given. The Then, after the seventh jackpot game is over, the probability variation state is continuously given until the next jackpot game is won, and the first variation state is given while the probability variation state continues. In addition, when the symbol per special symbol determined to be a winning in the determination per special symbol triggered by winning a prize at the second variable start port 132 is the symbol h, the eighth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol h is given. Is done. Then, after the end of the eighth jackpot game, the probability variation state is not provided, but the first variation state is imparted while the special figure variation display is performed 100 times.

  Here, in the opening pattern lottery in the first variable speed state, the opening operation of the second start port opening / closing member 131 of the second variable starting portion 130 is determined by determining the second opening pattern P2 with a probability of approximately 100%. Is allowed, and a pachinko ball can be awarded to the second variable start port 132 of the second variable start portion 130. On the other hand, in the open pattern lottery in the second variable state, the probability that the second open pattern P2 is determined is lower than in the first variable state, and the probability that the first open pattern P1 is determined is Since the first variable start state is set higher than in the first variable state, the possibility (frequency) that the first variable start port opening / closing member 126 of the first variable start part 125 is opened is the case in the first variable state. taller than. In the open pattern lottery in the third variable state, the probability that the second open pattern P2 is determined is lower than in the second variable state, and the probability that the first open pattern P1 is determined is the second. Therefore, the possibility (frequency) of opening the first variable start port opening / closing member 126 of the first variable starter 125 is higher than that in the second variable state. .

  Thus, the frequency of the first variable starter 125 opening operation and the frequency of the second variable starter 130 opening operation in accordance with the entrance of the pachinko ball into the operating ball entering part 110 is determined as a gaming state (ie, non- When the pachinko ball enters the working ball entry section 110 by changing according to any one of the variable speed state, the first variable state, the second variable state, and the third variable state) In addition, it is possible to increase the interest in the variable ball entering portion (the first variable start portion 125 and the second variable start portion 130) that is opened.

  The jackpot game that is awarded when the winning per special figure is determined to be a win at the second variable starting port 132 is set to 15 rounds, and the number of rounds is around 1682 It is a jackpot game that is most advantageous for a player who can get a prize ball. On the other hand, all of the big hit games that are awarded when it is determined to be a win in the special figure determination triggered by winning the first variable start port 127, the prescribed round number is set to 5 times, 560 This is a big hit game where you can get around one prize ball. That is, the number of winning balls (expected value of the number of balls to be obtained) that can be obtained when the winning per special figure is determined to be a win at the second variable starting port 132 is the first variable starting port 127. This is about three times the number of winning balls (expected value of the number of balls to be obtained) that can be obtained when it is determined to be a win in the special figure determination based on the winning of. As described above, a prize that can be obtained in the jackpot game is a jackpot game that is awarded when the first variable start port 127 is won and a jackpot game that is awarded when the second variable start port 132 is won. Since the number of balls is configured to be greatly different, interest in the variable ball entering portions (the first variable starting portion 125 and the second variable starting portion 130) that is opened when a pachinko ball enters the working ball entering portion 110 is obtained. Can be further enhanced.

  In addition, the type of jackpot game that may be given when the start condition is established in the first variable start unit 125, the determination ratio of each jackpot game, and the establishment of the start condition in the second variable start unit 130 Since the type of jackpot game that may be given as a trigger and the decision rate of each jackpot game are set to be different, the variable ball that is released when the pachinko ball enters the working ball 110 The interest in the parts (the first variable starter 125 and the second variable starter 130) can be further increased.

  Here, in the first specific gaming state that is a non-changeable state, even if a pachinko ball is launched into the gaming area 21 (second ball flow path 21b), the ball enters the starting gate portion 34 as an opportunity. The probability of hitting per-figure according to the hit per-figure determination is extremely low, so that the game state is not suitable for right-handed games (that is, the game state suitable for left-handed games) whereas the first to third variable states In the second specific gaming state, the pachinko ball is launched into the game area 21 (second ball flow path 21b) and is allowed to enter the operation entrance part 110, thereby allowing the variable starting parts 125 and 130 to be awarded. Therefore, it becomes a gaming state suitable for right-handed gaming. As described above, the player can arbitrarily select either the left-handed game or the right-handed game depending on whether the non-changed state or the first to third changed states. Thus, the player can be encouraged to execute an active game.

  In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the gaming state after the first, fourth, seventh, or eighth big hit game (first variable state), the gaming state after the second or fifth big hit game In the game state after the third or sixth jackpot game (third variable state) (second variable state), the first variable starter 125 and the second variable starter 130 by the entrance of the pachinko ball Since the frequency of the opening operation is set to be different, interest in the type of jackpot game can be increased. Further, the first variable starter 125 is triggered by the entrance of the pachinko ball into the operating ball entry unit 110 depending on whether the game state shifts to any one of the first to third variable states after the big hit game. And by changing the opening frequency of the second variable starter 130, the player's interest in the transition of the game state triggered by winning the big hit is increased, and it is operated by the pachinko ball that has entered the operation ball entry unit 110 The interest in the first variable starter 125 and the second variable starter 130 can be increased.

  By setting the first to third variable states as the variable state (second specific game state), the pachinko ball enters the working ball unit 110 in the variable state. As a result, the frequency of opening the first variable starter 125 and the second variable starter 130 can be changed, and the interest in the variable starters 125 and 130 that are activated by the pachinko balls that have entered the actuating ball 110 can be increased. it can. Further, in any state of the first to third variable states (first to third operating states), one of the first variable starting unit 125 and the second variable starting unit 130 is opened. Since there is a possibility, it is possible to increase the interest in the variable starters 125, 130 that are activated in any operating state.

Further, in the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment, when the hit result is a hit per special figure triggered by the entrance of the pachinko ball, the number of winning balls that can be obtained is set to the most in the pachinko machine 10 A first variable state (first operating state) in which there is a high possibility that the second starting port opening / closing member 131 of the second variable starting part (specific variable pitching part) 130 to which a lot of big hit games are given is opened. Then, a suggestion effect that definitely suggests the first variable state is displayed on the symbol display device 17. On the other hand, when a hit per hit result is obtained in the special figure determination triggered by the entrance of the pachinko ball, the first hit game with a small number of awardable balls set in the pachinko machine 10 is given. The second variable state (second operating state) and the third variable state in which the possibility that the first start port opening / closing member 126 of the variable starter 125 is opened is higher than that in the first variable state. In the (third operating state), a non-suggesting effect that does not definitely suggest the second variable state and the third variable state is displayed on the symbol display device 17. That is, while the second variable starter 130 can be operated to be released, the first variable state (first operation state) is the highest, and by suggesting the effect, a game with expectation can be performed. The second variable state (second operating state) and the third variable state (third) are more frequently opened than the first variable state (first operating state). Since the type of the change state (operation state) is not suggested by the production, the entertainment can be improved by the gameability to guess which change state (operation state). In other words, the player can play a highly anticipated game by recognizing that the game state is highly likely to receive the most advantageous jackpot game by the suggestion effect.
In addition, depending on the non-implicit presentation, the player does not know whether the possibility of an advantageous jackpot game is high or low, so if an advantageous jackpot game is awarded, the player can be given great joy. it can.

  Next, a pachinko machine according to Embodiment 2 will be described. In addition, about the pachinko machine of Example 2, only a different part from the pachinko machine 10 of Example 1 mentioned above is demonstrated, and the same code | symbol shall be attached | subjected to the already same or same kind member.

  In the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, as the variable state, the opening pattern that opens and closes the operating port opening / closing member 112 when the winning per hit is determined as the normal state is any of the first opening pattern P1 and the second opening pattern P2. A plurality of (two types in the second embodiment) variable states are set. In the second embodiment, the fourth variable state and the fifth variable state are set, and which of the fourth variable state and the fifth variable state is given is specified as described later. It is determined according to the kind of symbol per figure (per kind (per kind). Further, in the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, when the winning per hit is determined in the fourth variable state, the second opening pattern P2 is determined with a probability of 100%, and the normal state is determined in the fifth variable state. If the winning determination is won, the first opening pattern P1 is determined with a probability of 100%. Note that, in the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, the first opening pattern P <b> 1 is determined with a probability of 100% when the determination for the normal map is won in the non-variable state.

  Here, in the fourth variable state, the second open pattern P2 is determined with a probability of 100%, and in the fifth variable state, the first open pattern P1 is determined with a probability of 100%. The variation state and the fifth variation state are specified by the type of big hit game (type of hit (type of hit species)). Depending on the type of the game, the game state after the end of the big hit game, the frequency at which the first variable start part 125 is opened to trigger the first special figure variation display, and the start timing of the second special figure variation display It can be said that a plurality of types having different frequencies at which the second variable starter 130 is opened is set.

  Further, in the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, when the continuous hit condition is satisfied, a set type that obtains a right (set per consecutive) of a predetermined number of hit games (six per set in the second embodiment) is obtained. It is configured. That is, in the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, winning in the non-probable state is a winning type that is given a probable big hit game (highly probable hit type) is set as the continuous hit condition, and the continuous hit condition is satisfied. It has a limiter function that activates when Therefore, the type of jackpot game set in the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. In addition, in the big hit game, basic contents such as opening effect, round game, ending effect, interval time between rounds, end condition of one round game, opening operation of the special opening and closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 in each round game, etc. Is the same as in Example 1.

(Regarding the symbol per special figure based on winning to the fixed start port 32 or the first variable start port 127)
In the second embodiment, two types of symbols per symbol (symbols I to J) are obtained based on the random number for determining the special symbol acquired when the pachinko ball wins the fixed starting port 31 or the first variable starting port 127. ) To determine the symbol per special figure. Further, in the pachinko machine 10 of the second embodiment, when the judgment per special figure based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the fixed start opening 31 or the first variable start opening 127 is a hit determination result, the special figure is at a rate of 20%. The symbol I as the winning symbol is selected, and the determination value for determining the special symbol is assigned so that the symbol J as the symbol per special symbol is selected at a rate of 80%. In addition, the allocation ratio of the symbol per special figure mentioned above is an example, and is not limited to this.

(About the 9th jackpot game)
The ninth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol I is continuously given a probability change state until the next jackpot game is won after the end of the ninth jackpot game, and while the probability change state continues, It is set as a big hit game that is given a change state. In other words, the ninth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol I is determined by the action pitching portion 110 when the winning hit is determined for the common figure until the next jackpot game is won after the end of the ninth jackpot game. It is set as a big hit game in which the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated in the second opening pattern P2. The ninth jackpot game is a round jackpot game in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “16”. In the ninth jackpot game, the round games of the first to sixteenth rounds cause the special opening / closing member 43 to perform a long-time opening operation of opening the special winning opening 41 continuously from the start to the end of the round game. Is set. Then, in the ninth jackpot game, by opening the special opening / closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 for a long time in all round games, 1218 can be obtained by winning pachinko balls in the first to the 16th round games. You can now win the front and back prize balls.

(About the 10th jackpot game)
The tenth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol J is continuously given a probability change state until the next jackpot game is won after the end of the tenth jackpot game, and while the probability change state continues, It is set as a big hit game that is given a change state. In other words, the tenth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol J is determined by the action pitching part 110 when the winning hit is a normal hit until the next jackpot game is won after the tenth jackpot game is over. It is set as a big hit game in which the operation port opening / closing member 112 is operated in the first opening pattern P1. The tenth jackpot game is a round jackpot game in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “4”. In the tenth jackpot game, the round games in the first to fourth rounds cause the special opening / closing member 43 to perform a long-time opening operation for opening the special winning opening 41 continuously from the start to the end of the round game. Is set. In the tenth jackpot game, the special opening / closing member 43 of the special winning unit 40 is opened for a long time in all round games, so that 304 pachinko balls are won in the first to fourth round games. You can now win the front and back prize balls.

  In this way, the symbol I corresponding to the two types of jackpot games that can be given when the determination per special figure based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the fixed start opening 32 or the first variable start opening 127 is a win determination result. And the symbol J is a symbol per symbol (hit seed) in which the opening / closing operation mode of the operating port opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance portion 110 is different in accordance with the winning of the hitting of the universal symbol after the corresponding jackpot game ends. Is set. The two types of big hit games that can be awarded when the special figure hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the fixed start port 32 or the first variable start port 127 is a win determination result, both of which are the end of the big hit game It is a probabilistic big hit game that gives probabilistic status later.

(Regarding the symbol per special figure based on winning at the second variable start port 132)
Also, in the second embodiment, a setting for determining one type of symbol (symbol k) based on the special symbol determining random number acquired when the pachinko ball wins the second variable start port 132 is set. Is done. That is, in the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, when the determination result of the special figure determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the second variable start port 132 is affirmative determination (win determination result), the rate is 100%. A special figure determination value is assigned so that the symbol k as the symbol per special figure is selected.

(About 11th jackpot game)
The eleventh jackpot game corresponding to the symbol k is continuously given a probable change state until the next jackpot game is won after the end of the eleventh jackpot game, and while the probable change state continues, It is set as a big hit game that is given a change state. In other words, the eleventh jackpot game corresponding to the symbol k is the action hitting section 110 when winning the hit for the normal figure until the next jackpot game is won after the end of the eleventh jackpot game. Is set as a big hit game in which the operation opening / closing member 112 is operated in the second opening pattern P2. The eleventh jackpot game is a round jackpot game in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “16”. In the eleventh jackpot game, the round games of the first to sixteenth rounds cause the special opening / closing member 43 to perform a long-time opening operation of opening the special winning opening 41 continuously from the start to the end of the round game. Is set. In the eleventh jackpot game, by opening the special opening / closing member 43 of the special winning unit 40 for a long time in all round games, the pachinko balls won in the first to sixteenth round games are awarded 1218. You can now win the front and back prize balls.

  In this way, in the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, one type of big hit game that can be given when the determination per special figure based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the second variable start port 132 is a hit determination result, This is a probabilistic big hit game in which a probable state is given after the big hit game ends. That is, in the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, when the special figure hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko balls at the start ports 32, 127, 132 results in a hit determination result, the main control CPU 60a can determine the hit. The type (hit type) is only the high-hit hit type that grants a probabilistic big hit game that gives a probable change state (high probability state) after the big hit game ends. However, the 9th and 11th jackpot games and the 10th jackpot game differ in the number of prize balls (privilege amount) that can be obtained during the jackpot game. When the hit determination is a hit determination result, one big hit game (hit type) is determined from a plurality of types of big hit games (hit types) with different privilege amounts.

  In the second embodiment, the main control CPU 60a changes the flag in the flag setting process when the symbol per special symbol is the symbol per symbol (design I, k) that shifts to the fourth variable state after the big hit game. If the flag is set to “4” indicating the fourth variable state, and the symbol per symbol (symbol J) shifts to the fifth variable state after the big hit game, the variable flag is set to the fifth variable state. Set to “5” indicating short state. That is, even in the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, by referring to the game state specifying information (value of the variable flag), the non-variable state (the variable flag is “0”) or the fourth variable state. The main control CPU 60a can specify the gaming state or the gaming state of the fifth variable state.

  Here, the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment has the fourth variable state and the fifth variable state as the variable state after the big hit game, according to the transition condition that is established when the special figure determination is a winning determination result. The game state can be shifted to any one of the change states. Further, in the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, the gaming state after the end of the big hit game (win game) given when the special figure hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the first variable start port 127 is a win determination result. As a transition condition for transitioning, the type of symbol per special figure (type of hit) determined when winning a big hit in the judgment per special symbol is set, and the hit where the symbol I per special symbol is determined is the winning game The game state after the end of the game is set as the first specific hitting species (specific hitting species) to shift to the fourth variable state, and the hit where the symbol J per special figure is determined is after the end of the hit game It is set as a non-specific hitting seed that shifts the gaming state to the fifth variable state. Further, in the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, the gaming state after the end of the big hit game (win game) given when the special figure hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the second variable start port 132 is a win determination result. As a transition condition to transition, the type of symbol per special figure (type of hit) determined when winning a big hit in the judgment per special symbol is set, and the hit where the symbol k per special symbol is determined is a hit game Is set as the second specific hit type that shifts the gaming state after the end of the to the fourth variable state. In the ninth big hit game corresponding to the first specific hit type and the eleventh big hit game corresponding to the second specific hit type, the number of prize balls (special amount) that can be expected during the big hit game. ) Are set to be the same, and the first specific hitting species and the second specified hitting species are the types of the start holes 127 and 132 in which the pachinko balls winning the main control CPU 60a determine the hitting species are selected. It is different.

(Limiter function)
In the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, in the non-probability changing state, the main control CPU 60a that has determined that the determination per special figure is a winning determination results as the jackpot game (the ninth and tenth jackpot games, symbol I). , J), the probability variation that the probability variation big hit game (high probability hit type) is continuously given up to the preset limit number (specified value) in the probability variation state after the probability variation big hit game is over. It has a limiter function to limit the number of big hits (number of chances per chance change). That is, the limit number is the limit (continuous) that the main control CPU 60a can continuously determine the probable large hit game (symbol I, J, k) when it is determined that the hit per special figure in the probable variation state. Number of times). The probability variation jackpot number is incremented by one each time a probability variation jackpot game is determined in the probability variation state, and until the number of times reaches the limit count, the probability variation jackpot game is continuously repeated as a jackpot game in the probability variation state. A game (symbol I, J, k) can be determined. When the probability variation big hit number reaches the limit number, after the probability variation big hit game that has reached the limit number is finished, it is configured to forcibly enter the non-probability variation state (low probability state). Further, when the probability variation big hit number reaches the limit number, the limit number is reset (that is, “0”). Specifically, in the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, the limit number is set to “6 times”. In other words, if the probability variation big hit game is won in the non-probability change state, the probability variation big hit number is “1”, and then the right to win five probability change big hit games is given. When the probability variation big hit number is “6” (the limit number), the probability variation big hit number is reset and after the sixth probability variation big hit game is finished, it is forcibly shifted to the non-probability change state. ing. It should be noted that the limiter function is that the main control CPU 60a that has determined that the hit per special figure is a hit determination result before the probability variation big hit count reaches the limit count is determined to be a big hit game, and the game state after the big hit game has ended is uncertain. When the non-probable variable big hit to be shifted to the state (low probability state) is determined, the number of probable big hits is reset and the right of consecutive hits is lost. In addition, since the limit number is set to 6 times in the embodiment for the continuous hit set in which the probability variation big hit game is continuously given up to the limit number, it may be referred to as the big hit 6 times set hereinafter.

  The pachinko machine according to the second embodiment includes a limit counter 140 that counts the number of times of probability variation big hit (number of times) in which the probability variation big hit game is continuously determined on the main control board 60 (see FIG. 17). In 140, the count value is maintained at the initial value “0” until the main control CPU 60a determines the probability variation big hit game (the ninth and tenth big hit games, symbols I and J) as the big hit game in the non-probability changed state. doing. Then, when the main control CPU 60a determines the probability variation big hit game (the ninth and tenth big hit games, symbols I and J) as the big hit game in the non-probability changed state, the counting by the limit counter 140 is started. Further, the number of consecutive probable big hit games is counted by the limit counter 140, and when the count value in the counter 140 reaches “6”, the count value is reset to “0” (initial value).

  Here, in the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, as described above, regardless of the type of the start port 32, 127, 132 in which the pachinko ball has won, the hit determined when the hit per special figure is the hit determination result. The types (hit seeds) are all high-hit hit types that give a probabilistic large hit game that gives a probable change state (high probability state) after the big hit game ends. Therefore, in the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, when the hit per special figure is a hit determination result in the non-probability change state, 6 big hit games are given (6 high hit types are determined). ) Is confirmed. However, the ninth and eleventh jackpot games and the tenth jackpot game differ in the number of award balls (award amount) that can be obtained during the jackpot game, so six jackpot games are consecutive. In the case of being awarded, the total number of winning balls (total privilege amount) that can be obtained will differ depending on the combination of the types of consecutive jackpot games (see FIG. 18). Further, when the ninth jackpot game is won, the game state after the ninth jackpot game is ended with the second opening pattern P2 in which only the second variable starter 130 is opened. When the tenth jackpot game is won while the member 112 is shifted to the fourth variable state where the member 112 is operated, the game state after the end of the tenth jackpot game is the first variable start section. In the first opening pattern P1 in which only 125 is opened, the operation opening / closing member 112 is configured to move to the fifth variable state, and when the eleventh big hit game is won, The gaming state after the end of the eleventh jackpot game transitions to a fourth variable state in which the operating port opening / closing member 112 is operated in the second opening pattern P2 in which only the second variable starter 130 is opened. Configured to That.

  In the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, after winning the ninth jackpot game that shifts to the fourth variable state after the jackpot game ends, the eleventh jackpot game is continuously won until the limit number is reached. It is configured as follows. In other words, when the main control CPU 60a determines the first specific hit type that gives the ninth jackpot game, the first specific hit is determined until the limit number of times is reached after the first specific hit type is determined. The second specific granting the eleventh jackpot game that can be expected to have the same number of prize balls (privilege amount) as the number of prize balls (privilege amount) awarded in the ninth jackpot game corresponding to the winning type The main control CPU 60a determines the hitting seed (hit seed).

  In the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, the fourth variable state where the frequency of the second variable starter 130 to be opened more frequently than the first variable starter 125 is specified by the pachinko ball that has entered the operating ball input part 110 is specified. It is set as an operating state, and after the big hit game based on the specific hit type (the first specific hit type and the second specific hit type) that gives the ninth jackpot game or the eleventh jackpot game, It is comprised so that it may transfer to the 4th variable state (specific operation state). Further, in the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, when the special figure hit determination triggered by the establishment of the start condition by the first variable starter 125 is a win determination result, the ninth big hit game or the tenth big hit game While the main control CPU 60a can determine either the first specific hitting seed or the non-specific hitting seed that gives the starting point, it is triggered by the start of the start condition by the second variable starter 130 When the special figure hit determination is a hit determination result, the main control CPU 60a can determine only the second specific hit type that gives the eleventh big hit game. In other words, it is possible to expect a bonus amount that is greater than the privilege amount given in the ninth jackpot game given by the first specific hitting species (specific hitting species) (in Example 2, the second specified hitting species) ) Is determined by the second variable starter 130 when the start condition is determined by the first variable starter 125 as a trigger (0%). Is set to be higher when the hit determination result (100%) is obtained.

(Operation of Example 2)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment will be described.

  In the first specific game state that is in the non-probable variation state (non-variable short state), a left-handed game is performed in the same manner as in the first embodiment, and the pachinko balls that flow down the first ball flow path 21a are fixed. The first special figure variation display is performed in response to winning at the start port 32. When it is determined that the winning per special figure triggered by the winning at the fixed start port 32 is a win, the main control CPU 60a determines the ninth big hit game with a probability of 20% and the tenth big hit game. Is determined with a probability of 80%. In other words, in the non-probability changing state (non-changing short state), the tenth big hit game is likely to be determined when it is determined that the hit per special figure is a win. When the tenth big hit game is determined, the continuous hit condition is satisfied, the count of the limit counter 140 is started, and the count value becomes “1”. In addition, after the tenth jackpot game is over, the probability variation state is continuously given until the next jackpot game is won, and the fifth variation state is given while the probability variation state continues (FIG. 16). In the second specific game state, which is the fifth variable state, the probability per game is set to be extremely high, so that the operation port opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance 110 is opened and closed. Since the possibility of a pachinko ball entering the mouth 111 is extremely high, the player wishes that the first variable starter 125 or the second variable starter 130 is opened by winning the operation opening 111, so that a right-handed game I do.

  In the right-handed game in the fifth variable state, if a win-win determination is performed when a pachinko ball flowing down the second ball flow path 21b enters the start gate portion 34, The operating port opening / closing member 112 of the operating ball entrance 110 is opened / closed by the first opening pattern P1. That is, when the opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the first opening pattern P1, the opening operation of the first starting port opening / closing member 126 of the first variable starting portion 125 is permitted by the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111. Thus, a pachinko ball can be awarded to the first variable start port 127 of the first variable start unit 125. When it is determined that the winning per special figure triggered by winning the first variable start port 127, the main control CPU 60a determines the ninth big hit game with a probability of 20% and the tenth big hit. The game is determined with a probability of 80%. When either the ninth jackpot game or the tenth jackpot game is determined, the limit counter 140 counts the count value to “2”.

  When the tenth jackpot game is determined, as described above, the gaming state after the tenth jackpot game is ended becomes the fifth shortened state, and the normal hit in the fifth shortened state is determined. When the determination is won, the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance part 110 is opened / closed by the first opening pattern P1, and the first start of the first variable start part 125 by the pachinko ball entering the operation opening 111. The opening operation of the mouth opening / closing member 126 is allowed, and a pachinko ball can be awarded to the first variable start port 127 of the first variable start unit 125. On the other hand, if it is determined to be a win in the special figure determination based on winning at the first variable start port 127 and the ninth jackpot game is determined, the gaming state after the end of the ninth jackpot game Becomes the fourth variable state. In the right-handed game in the second specific game state that is the fourth variable state, the pachinko ball that flows down the second ball flow path 21b enters the start gate unit 34 as an opportunity. In the case of winning the universal hit determination, the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance part 110 is opened / closed by the second opening pattern P2. That is, when the operation port opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the second opening pattern P2, the opening operation of the second start port opening / closing member 131 of the second variable starter 130 is allowed by the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111. Thus, the pachinko ball can be awarded to the second variable start port 132 of the second variable start unit 130.

  When it is determined that the winning per special figure is triggered by winning the second variable starter 130, the main control CPU 60a determines the eleventh big hit game with a probability of 100%. Since the eleventh big hit game is a probabilistic big hit game as described above, when the eleventh big hit game is determined, the limit counter 140 counts the count value to “3”. Then, since the gaming state after the end of the eleventh big hit game is the fourth variable state, after that, it is elected according to the usual figure → the opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed with the second opening pattern P2 → actuated The pachinko ball entering the mouth 111 → the second variable start port 132 is opened → the eleventh big hit game is won until the count value of the limit counter 140 reaches “6”. That is, after winning the ninth jackpot game that shifts to the fourth variable state after the jackpot game ends (the first specific hit type is determined), the eleventh jackpot game is reached until the limit number is reached. (The second specific hit species is determined continuously). In other words, if you win the 9th jackpot game, the number of award balls (privilege amount) awarded in the 9th jackpot game is the same as the number of times the limit is reached after winning the 9th jackpot game. The main control CPU 60a determines the eleventh big hit game in which the number of prize balls (privilege amount) can be expected.

  In the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, after the ninth jackpot game is won, the eleventh jackpot game is won continuously until the limit number is reached, and the ninth jackpot game is won. As shown in FIG. 18, the total number of winning balls (total amount of bonuses) that can be acquired by the maximum number of hits (six times) jackpot game varies depending on the timing of the game. Specifically, if the 9th big hit game is won when the probability variation big hit count is the first time (when the count value of the limit counter 140 is “1”), the number of winning balls that can be won is about 1218. By giving the big hit game six times, the player can acquire around 7308 prize balls. On the other hand, if the 9th big hit game is won after the second chance, the total number of winning balls can be gradually reduced. Specifically, if the number of probable big hits won in the ninth jackpot game is second, it is possible to obtain around 6394 prize balls, and in the third time, around 5480 prize balls can be obtained. It is possible to acquire around 4566 prize balls at the fourth time, and around 3652 prize balls at the fifth time, and around 2738 prize balls at the sixth time. If the 9th jackpot game is not won until the limit number of times (sixth) is reached (that is, if the 10th jackpot game is all won up to the limit number), about 1824 It becomes possible to acquire a prize ball.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 18, there are seven types of combination patterns of the jackpot set in the pachinko machine of the second embodiment as shown in FIG. 18. The combination pattern is given by the fixed start port 32 or the first variable start port. In the case where it is determined that the winning is based on the special figure determination based on the winning of 127, the main control CPU 60a depends on the probability of determining the ninth jackpot game and the tenth jackpot game. That is, the ratio of the combination pattern Y1 in which the 9th big hit game (specific hit type) is determined for the first time is the probability change big hit number is 20.0%, and the ninth big hit game (the specific hit type is specified for the second time. The ratio of the combination pattern Y2 for which the winning type is determined is 16.0%, and the ratio of the combined pattern Y3 for which the ninth big hit game (specific hitting type) is determined for the third time is the probability variation big hit number is 12.8%. The ratio of the combination pattern Y4 in which the 9th big hit game (specific hit type) is determined at the 4th probability change big hit number is 10.2%, and the 9th big hit game (the specific hit type is the fifth at the probability change big hit number). The ratio of the combination pattern Y5 for which the seed) is determined is 8.2%, the ratio of the combination pattern Y6 for which the ninth big hit game (specific hit type) is determined for the sixth time of the probability variation big hit number is 6.6%, The 9th jackpot game (a specific win) until the limit is reached The ratio of the combination pattern Y7 for which the seed is not determined is set to 26.2%.

  That is, in the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, the frequency at which the first variable starter 125 is opened and the frequency at which the second variable starter 130 is opened as the pachinko ball enters the working ball 110. When the pachinko ball enters the working ball entry section 110 by changing the state according to the game state (ie, any of the non-variable state, the fourth variable state, and the fifth variable state). Therefore, it is possible to increase the interest in the variable ball-in-parts (the first variable starter 125 and the second variable starter 130) that are opened. In addition, after the first specific hit type that gives the ninth jackpot game is determined, until the limit number (specified value) is reached, it can be obtained by the ninth big hit game given by the first specific hit type. Since the main control CPU 60a determines the second specific hit type that gives the eleventh jackpot game that can be expected to be a bonus amount that is greater than or equal to the bonus amount, the interest in determining that the first specific hit type is determined. Can be increased. That is, since the number of prize balls (amount of privilege) that can be acquired by the player differs depending on the time of winning the ninth big hit game, the interest in determining the first specific hit type can be further increased.

  In the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment, the second variable starter 130 is more frequently opened than the first variable starter 125 after the ninth big hit game based on the first specific hit type ends. The determination ratio of the second specific hit species that can be expected to be a privilege amount equal to or more than the privilege amount given in the ninth jackpot game corresponding to the first specific hit type is transferred to the first variable hit state. Since the second variable starter 130 is set to be higher than the variable starter 125, it is possible to further increase the interest in determining the first specific hitting species and When the ball enters the ball, the interest in the variable starters 125 and 130 that are opened can be further increased.

  Next, a pachinko machine according to Embodiment 3 will be described. In addition, about the pachinko machine of Example 3, only a different part from the pachinko machine 10 of Example 1 and Example 2 mentioned above is demonstrated, and the same code | symbol shall be attached | subjected to the already same or same kind of member.

  As in the case of the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, the pachinko machine of the third embodiment has a right to be continuously given a predetermined number of hit games (six times in the third embodiment) when the continuous hit condition is satisfied. The set type is obtained. However, in the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment, as will be described later, as a hit type (hit type) determined when the hit per special figure is a hit determination result, the probability variation state (high probability state) after the end of the big hit game ) And a non-probability large hit game that shifts to a non-probability change state (low probability state) after the big hit game is finished and a probability variable big hit count (in the limit counter 140) The low probability hit type that resets the (count value) is set, and the big hit six times set (set per consecutive) is not fixed.

  The types of jackpot games that can be given by the pachinko machine of Embodiment 3 will be described with reference to FIG. In addition, about the same jackpot game as Example 2, and the symbol which provides this jackpot game, the same name is used and description is abbreviate | omitted.

(Regarding the symbol per special figure based on winning to the fixed start port 32 or the first variable start port 127)
In the third embodiment, three types of symbols per symbol (designs I, J, and I) are obtained based on the special symbol determination random numbers acquired when the pachinko ball wins the fixed start port 31 or the first variable start port 127. The symbol per special figure is determined from among L). Further, in the pachinko machine 10 of the third embodiment, when the determination per special figure based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the fixed start port 31 or the first variable start port 127 is a win determination result, the special figure is in a ratio of 20%. Special symbol determination decision so that symbol I as a symbol is selected, symbol J as a symbol per symbol is selected at a rate of 70%, and symbol L as a symbol per symbol is selected at a rate of 10% A value has been assigned. Note that the selection ratio of the symbols I, J, and L is an example, and is not limited to this.

(About the 12th jackpot game)
The configurations of the ninth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol I and the tenth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol J are as described above. On the other hand, the twelfth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol L is set as a jackpot game that does not give a probability change state after the end of the twelfth jackpot game. In other words, the symbol L determined by the main control CPU 60a is a low probability hit type in which the gaming state becomes a low probability state after the big hit game ends, and in the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, the probability variation big hit number reaches the limit number. When the main control CPU 60a, which has previously determined that the special symbol hit determination is a hit determination result, determines the symbol L (low hit type), the probability variation big hit count (count value in the limit counter 140) is As it is reset, the right to set the jackpot six times will disappear.

  In addition, the twelfth jackpot game is continuously given the fifth shortened state after the end of the twelfth jackpot game until 100 symbol variation effects (special symbol variation display) are executed. Is set as a jackpot game in which the operating opening / closing member 112 of the operating ball-entry portion 110 is operated in the first opening pattern P1 when the winning-winning determination is won after the end of the twelfth jackpot game. Is done. The twelfth jackpot game is a round jackpot game in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “4”. In the twelfth jackpot game, the round games of the first to fourth rounds cause the special opening / closing member 43 to perform a long-time opening operation of opening the special winning opening 41 continuously from the start to the end of the round game. Is set. In the twelfth jackpot game, the special opening / closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 is operated to open for a long time in all round games, so that 304 pachinko balls are won in the first to fourth round games. You can now win the front and back prize balls.

  In this way, the symbol I corresponding to the three types of jackpot games that can be given when the determination per special figure based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the fixed start opening 32 or the first variable start opening 127 is a winning determination result. , J, and symbol L are set as symbols per special symbol in which the opening / closing operation mode of the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance part 110 is different in accordance with the winning per game after the corresponding jackpot game ends. Yes. In addition, three types of big hit games that can be given when the special figure hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the fixed start port 32 or the first variable start port 127 is a hit determination result are two types of big hit games, A probability variation big hit game in which a probability variation state is given after the jackpot game is finished, and one kind of big hit game is a non-probability big hit game in which a probability variation state is not given after the big hit game is finished. In other words, in the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, when the determination per special figure based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the fixed start port 32 or the first variable start port 127 is a win determination result, Either a highly probable species that sets the gaming state to a high probability state or a low probability type that sets the gaming state after the end of the big hit game to a low probability state is determined.

(Regarding the symbol per special figure based on winning at the second variable start port 132)
In Example 3, based on the random number for determining the special symbol acquired when the pachinko ball wins the second variable start port 132, one special symbol per symbol (symbol k, m) is selected from the two types. The symbol per figure is determined. Further, in the pachinko machine 10 of the third embodiment, when the determination per special figure based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the second variable start port 132 is a win determination result, the pattern as a special figure per 95% ratio. k is selected, and a special figure determination value is assigned so that a symbol m as a symbol per special symbol is selected at a rate of 5%. The selection ratio of the symbols k and m is an example, and is not limited to this.

(About the 13th jackpot game)
The configuration of the eleventh jackpot game corresponding to the symbol k is as described above. On the other hand, the thirteenth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol m is set as a jackpot game that does not give a certain probability change state after the thirteenth jackpot game ends. That is, the symbol m determined by the main control CPU 60a is a low probability type that makes the gaming state a low probability state after the end of the big hit game. In the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, the probability variation big hit number reaches the limit number. When the main control CPU 60a, which has previously determined that the special symbol hit determination is a hit determination result, determines the symbol m (low hit type), the probability variation big hit count (count value in the limit counter 140) is As it is reset, the right to set the jackpot six times will disappear.

  In addition, the thirteenth jackpot game is continuously given the fourth shortened state after the thirteenth jackpot game is finished until 100 symbol variation effects (special symbol variation display) are executed. Is set as a jackpot game in which the operating opening / closing member 112 of the operating ball-entry portion 110 is operated in the second opening pattern P2 when a winning hit is determined after completion of the thirteenth jackpot game. Is done. The thirteenth jackpot game is a round jackpot game in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “16”. In the thirteenth jackpot game, the round games of the first to sixteenth rounds cause the special opening / closing member 43 to perform a long-time opening operation of opening the special winning opening 41 continuously from the start to the end of the round game. Is set. In the thirteenth jackpot game, the special opening / closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 is opened for a long time in all round games, so that there are 1218 pachinko balls in the round games of the first to the 16th rounds. You can now win the front and back prize balls.

  As described above, in the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, it corresponds to the two types of big hit games that can be given when the special figure determination based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the second variable start port 132 is a winning determination result. The symbol k and the symbol m are set as a symbol per special symbol in which the opening / closing operation mode of the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance part 110 in accordance with the winning of the universal symbol after the end of the corresponding jackpot game is the same. Yes. In addition, two types of big hit games that can be given when the determination per special figure based on the winning of a pachinko ball to the second variable start port 132 is a win determination result, one of which gives a probable change state after the end of the big hit game The probability variation jackpot game, and the other is a non-probability variation jackpot game that does not give a probability variation state after the jackpot game ends. In other words, in the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, when the determination per special figure based on the winning of the pachinko ball to the second variable start port 132 is a win determination result, the gaming state after the end of the big hit game is highly probable. Either a high-probability seed to be in a state or a low-probability seed in which the gaming state after the end of the big hit game is in a low probability state is determined.

  Further, in the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, when the probability variation big hit count reaches the limit count (the count value of the limit counter 140 is “6”), the game is forcibly executed after the probability variation hit game having reached the limit count. In addition to the non-probable change state (low probability state), the fourth change state is configured to be given only a preset change number of times (100 in the third embodiment).

  Here, in the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, when the hit determination result is triggered by the establishment of the start condition by the first variable start unit 125, the main control CPU 60a Is determined to be 90%, but when the result of hit determination is triggered by the establishment of the start condition by the second variable starter 130, the main control CPU 60a selects the highly reliable hit species (symbol k). Is determined to be 95%. That is, the rate at which the main control CPU 60a determines the highly reliable hitting species is that the start condition of the second variable starter 130 is satisfied as compared with the case where the hit determination result is triggered by the start of the start condition of the first variable starter 125. It is set to be higher when the hit determination result is triggered. In addition, when the result of hit determination is triggered by the establishment of the start condition by the first variable starter 125, the low probability type (symbol L) that can be determined by the main control CPU 60a is activated after the end of the big hit game. While it is a hit type for shifting the operating port opening / closing member 112 of the ball entrance portion 110 to the fifth variable state in which it is operated in the first opening pattern P1, the start condition by the second variable start portion 130 is triggered. When the hit determination result is reached, the low-probability hit species (symbol m) that can be determined by the main control CPU 60a is set to the second opening pattern P2 after the jackpot game is over by using the second opening pattern P2. This is a hit type for shifting to the fourth variable state that is operated at. That is, in the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment, when the hit determination result is triggered by the establishment of the start condition by the first variable start unit 125, the second variable start is performed by the pachinko ball that has entered the working ball entering part 110. The main control CPU 60a can determine the fifth variable state (non-specific operation state) in which the first variable start unit 125 is opened more frequently than the unit 130, and the second variable start unit 130 determines the start condition. When the hit determination result is obtained as a result of the establishment, the second variable starter 130 is operated more frequently to release the first variable starter 125 than the first variable starter 125 due to the pachinko ball that has entered the operating ball 110. The main control CPU 60a can determine the change state (specific operation state). And in the pachinko machine of Example 3, the symbol m which gives the 4th short-distance state (specific operation state) over a predetermined provision period (100 times in Example 3) is a specific low probability species. Is set.

  In the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment, when the low probability hit type and the high probability hit type are determined in the effect control ROM 65b, the determined hit type is shown as an effect executed during the symbol variation effect and the big hit game. A non-suggested per-species effect pattern that identifies a plurality of types of non-suggested per-species effects that do not definitely suggest low-special hit species and high-probable hit species is stored. The display control ROM 70b stores image data corresponding to each non-suggested seed effect. That is, in the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment, when the hit per special figure is a hit determination result (when the main control CPU 60a determines hit), the value of the probability variation information flag (“0” or “1”). Regardless of the above, the effect control CPU 65a determines one non-suggested per seed effect pattern from a plurality of types of non-suggested per seed effect patterns. Then, the effect control CPU 65a outputs a control command for designating the determined non-suggested seed effect pattern to the display control CPU 70a, and the display control CPU 70a is designated based on the control command output from the effect control CPU 65a. The display device 17 is configured to display an image based on the suggested seed effect pattern (non-suggested seed effect) on the symbol display device 17. That is, the non-suggested hitting effect pattern is determined randomly by the effect control CPU 65a from a plurality of types regardless of the hitting type determined by the main control CPU 60a. In the seed effect, the player cannot recognize which hit type of the low hit type or the high hit type is determined.

  In the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment, after the continuous hit condition is satisfied, the symbol display is performed in the effect control ROM 65b after the highly reliable hit species is determined until the next hit species is determined. A continuous hitting / directing effect pattern that specifies a plurality of types of continuous hitting / directing effects (design variation effect and jackpot effect) that can be executed by the device 17 is stored. Further, the display control ROM 70b stores image data corresponding to each continuous per-stage effect. In other words, in the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment, when the main control CPU 60a determines the hit type, the effect control CPU 65a does not change the count value of the limit counter 140, and the effect control CPU 65a can To determine the production pattern during one continuous. Then, the effect control CPU 65a outputs a control command for designating the determined effect pattern during continuous hitting to the display control CPU 70a, and the display control CPU 70a specifies the continuous hit specified based on the control command output from the effect control CPU 65a. The display device 17 is configured to display an image based on the medium effect pattern (continuous hit effect) on the symbol display device 17. That is, since the effect control CPU 65a randomly determines from among a plurality of types of effect patterns during continuous hits regardless of the count value of the limit counter 140, in the effect during continuous hits displayed on the symbol display device 17. The player cannot recognize the number of big hit games in the six jackpot sets. As for the non-suggested hitting effect and the continuous hitting effect executed by the symbol display device 17, for example, when one is set as the background color or the background type, the other is set as the character type or the like appearing during the effect. Thus, both effects can be distinguished.

(Operation of Example 3)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment will be described.

  In the first specific game state that is in the non-probable change state (non-change short state), a left-handed game is performed in the same manner as in the second embodiment, and the pachinko balls flowing down the first ball flow path 21a are fixed. The first special figure variation display is performed in response to winning at the start port 32. When it is determined that the winning per winning of the fixed start port 32 is a win for the special figure, the main control CPU 60a determines the ninth big hit game (symbol I) with a probability of 20%, The jackpot game (symbol J) is determined with a probability of 70%, and the twelfth jackpot game (symbol L) is determined with a probability of 10%. When the ninth or tenth big hit game is determined, the continuous hit condition is satisfied, the count of the limit counter 140 is started, and the count value becomes “1”. On the other hand, when the 12th big hit game is determined, the continuous hit condition is not satisfied, and the limit counter 140 does not count.

  The operation when the ninth or tenth big hit game is determined and the continuous hit condition is satisfied is the same as that of the second embodiment. On the other hand, when the eleventh big hit game is determined, the continuous hit condition is not satisfied, but after the eleventh big hit game is finished, the fifth shortage state is given 100 times. The In the right-handed game in the fifth short-change state, as described above, the hit-per-game determination performed when the pachinko ball flowing down the second ball flow path 21b enters the start gate portion 34. In the case of winning, the operation opening / closing member 112 of the operation entrance part 110 is opened / closed by the first opening pattern P1. That is, when the opening / closing member 112 is opened / closed by the first opening pattern P1, the opening operation of the first starting port opening / closing member 126 of the first variable starting portion 125 is permitted by the pachinko ball that has entered the operation port 111. Thus, a pachinko ball can be awarded to the first variable start port 127 of the first variable start unit 125. When it is determined that the winning per special figure triggered by winning the first variable start port 127, the main control CPU 60a determines the ninth big hit game with a probability of 20% as described above. Since the tenth jackpot game is determined with a probability of 70% and the twelfth jackpot game is determined with a probability of 10%, either the ninth or the tenth jackpot game is determined. There is a possibility that the condition is satisfied and the right of 6 sets of jackpots is acquired.

  Here, when the ninth jackpot game is determined in the non-probability changing state (non-changing short state) and the continuous hit condition is satisfied, as described above, the gaming state after the end of the ninth jackpot game is the first game state. In the fourth variable state, if the winning combination is determined in the fourth variable state, the pachinko ball can be awarded to the second variable start port 132 of the second variable start unit 130. Then, when it is determined that the winning per special figure is triggered by winning the second variable starter 130, the main control CPU 60a determines either the eleventh jackpot game or the thirteenth jackpot game. . In the second embodiment, when it is determined that the winning per winning of the second variable starter 130 is a win, the eleventh jackpot game in which the right of six sets of jackpots continues (probability variable jackpot game) ) Is determined with a probability of 100%, and thereafter the eleventh jackpot game is continuously determined until the limit number is reached. On the other hand, in the third embodiment, when it is determined that the winning per the special figure triggered by winning the second variable starter 130 is a winning combination, the right of the six winning sets will be lost. Although there is a possibility that the thirteenth jackpot game, which is a “successful seed”, may be determined, the determination probability is set low (5%), so that the eleventh until the limit number is reached as in the second embodiment. There is a high possibility that the big hit game will be determined continuously, and it is possible to suppress the decrease in the interest of the player.

  In addition, when it is determined that the winning in the special figure determination based on the winning of the second variable starter 130 before the probability variation big hit number reaches the limit number, the thirteenth big hit game (low probability hit) When the seed is determined, the probability variation jackpot count (the count value in the limit counter 140) is reset, and the right of the jackpot set six times is lost. However, after the thirteenth jackpot game is over, the fourth variable state is given only 100 variable times. In the fourth variable state, as described above, the second probability that triggers the judgment per special figure in which the determination probability of the eleventh big hit game that satisfies the continuous hit condition is set to be extremely high (95%). Since the game state is such that the variable starter 130 is opened, if the eleventh big hit game is determined while the fourth variable state continues, the right for the big hit six times is obtained again. That is, even if the thirteenth jackpot game is determined and the right of six sets of jackpots is lost, the eleventh jackpot game is likely to be determined while the fourth variable state continues, so the jackpot 6 It is possible to reduce the degree of discouragement that the right of the set of times has disappeared, and to increase the joy when the right of the set of 6 hits is obtained again. In addition, since the second variable starter 130 is opened, it is highly likely that the right to set the big hit 6 times will be obtained again. Therefore, when the pachinko ball enters the working ball entrance 110, it is opened. Interest in the variable starters 125 and 130 can be increased.

  Further, in the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, when the probability variation big hit number reaches the limit number, the big hit game (the ninth, tenth or eleventh) based on the probability variation big hit (high probability hit type) that becomes the limit number. After the end of the big hit game), a fourth variable state in which the second variable starter 130 is opened more frequently than the first variable starter 125 due to the pachinko ball that has entered the operating ball input part 110. It is comprised so that it may provide over 100 times of change. In the fourth variable state, as described above, the second probability that triggers the judgment per special figure in which the determination probability of the eleventh big hit game that satisfies the continuous hit condition is set to be extremely high (95%). Since the game state is such that the variable starter 130 is released, it becomes an uncertain change state (low probability state), but if the eleventh big hit game is determined while the fourth variable state continues, the big win again Since the right to set six times is obtained, the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  In the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment, the frequency at which the first variable starter 125 is opened and the frequency at which the second variable starter 130 is opened as the pachinko ball enters the working ball 110 is determined as a game. When the pachinko ball enters the working ball 110, it is released by making it different according to the state (that is, any of the non-variable state, the fourth variable state, and the fifth variable state). It is possible to increase the interest in the activated variable ball-in-parts (the first variable starter 125 and the second variable starter 130).

  Further, in the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment, when the special figure hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko balls to the start ports 31, 127, 132 is a hit determination result, the main control CPU 60a determines the hit type (low Regardless of the type of hit or high hit, the effect control CPU 65a and the display control CPU 70a determine a non-suggested hit seed effect from a plurality of types of non-suggested hit seed effects and display them on the symbol display device 17 ( The symbol display device 17 is controlled so as to be executed. That is, in the non-suggested hitting seed effect displayed on the symbol display device 17, the player cannot recognize which hitting seed of the low probability hitting seed or the high probability hitting seed has been determined. Therefore, as in the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, the low probability hit type (13th big hit game) is determined before the probability variation big hit number reaches the limit number, and the right of the six big hit sets is lost. However, since the player cannot recognize the type of the hit type (big hit game) determined from the production, the game can be improved by the game nature of guessing the type of hit.

  In the pachinko machine according to the third embodiment, the main control CPU 60a determines whether the main control CPU 60a is a positive hit game (highly accurate game) when the special figure hit determination based on the winning of the pachinko balls to the start ports 31, 127, 132 is a hit determination result. When the continuous hit condition is established by determining the hit type, the effect control CPU 65a and the display control CPU 70a determine a continuous hit effect from a plurality of types of continuous hit effects and display them on the symbol display device 17. The symbol display device 17 is controlled so as to be executed. That is, since the continuous hitting effect displayed on the symbol display device 17 is randomly determined regardless of the count value of the limit counter 140, the current big hit game is the number of big hit games in the set of six big hits. The player cannot recognize whether or not this is due to the direct performance during consecutive hits. Therefore, the remaining number of hits up to the limit number is difficult to understand, and the excitement can be improved by a thrilling feeling of when the limit number is reached. In the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, if the low probability hit type (13th big hit game) is determined before the probability variation big hit number reaches the limit number, the right of the big hit six times will be lost. Even if the hit type (13th jackpot game) is determined, the player cannot recognize how many times the jackpot game has expired from the production during the consecutive hits, so the discouragement of the disappearance of the right Can be reduced. In addition, in the pachinko machine of Example 3, it is needless to say that the same kind of effect that the pachinko machine of Example 2 exhibits can be obtained.

(Another example of Example 3)
Next, only a different part from Example 3 is demonstrated about another Example of Example 3. FIG. In this alternative embodiment, as shown in FIG. 20, on the effect control board 65, the number of hitting seeds including the first highly accurate hitting seed determined with the count value of the limit counter 140 being the initial value is set. An effect counter 141 for counting is provided. As described above, the limit counter 140 resets the count value when the non-probability variable big hit game (low probability hit type) is determined before the set of six big hits continues and reaches the number of mitts. On the other hand, the production counter 141 counts the number of hits including the first highly accurate hit that is determined with the count value of the limit counter 140 being an initial value, and the count value is the limit number. It is set to continue counting until the same number is reached. That is, after the right to set the big hit 6 times is obtained, the effect counter 141 continues counting until the limit number is reached regardless of the type (winning type) determined by the main control CPU 60a.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 21, the big hit game (winning seed) determined for the third time is the non-probable big hit game (low chance hit type) while the big hit six times set is continuing, After the end of the low probability hit), the probability variation big hit game (high probability hit species) is determined while the fourth variable state is continued, and the right of the big hit six times set is obtained again. The transition of the count values of the limit counter 140 and the effect counter 141 when the hit type is continuously determined will be described. In the limit counter 140, the count value changes from “1” → “2” → “0” → “1” → “2” → “3” → “4”. The count value changes from “1” → “2” → “3” → “4” → “5” → “6”. The effect counter 141 is set to resume counting from the count value in the limit counter 140 after the count value reaches the same number as the limit number. That is, in the example of FIG. 21, the count value of the effect counter 141 is “4” after “6”. In the configuration of another embodiment, the count value of the effect counter 141 can be displayed on the display unit of the symbol display device 17 or a separately provided count display unit, and the player can count the count value of the effect counter 141. The structure which alert | reports can be employ | adopted.

  Here, in the pachinko machine of the third embodiment, as described above, the symbol display device 17 is configured to execute the continuous hit effect during the set of six big hits, but in another embodiment, instead of this, The corresponding effect is configured to be executed by the symbol display device 17. This corresponding effect is a preset effect corresponding to the symbol variation effect and jackpot effect for the six times set allowed in the six jackpot set, the first corresponding effect R1 for the first time, The second corresponding effect R3, the third third corresponding effect R3, the fourth fourth corresponding effect R4, the fifth fifth corresponding effect R5, and the sixth sixth corresponding effect R6 are set. In addition, one set is a combination of the symbol variation effect and the jackpot effect executed on the symbol display device 17 from the symbol variation effect executed when the hit type is determined until the next hit type is determined. Of course, the symbol variation effect may be a plurality of times. Further, each of the first corresponding effect R1 to the sixth corresponding effect R6 can identify the first corresponding effect R1 to the sixth corresponding effect R6 because the contents of the effect, the character to be displayed, and the like are different. Yes.

  In the pachinko machine according to another embodiment, the first corresponding effect pattern to the sixth corresponding effect pattern for specifying the first corresponding effect R1 to the sixth corresponding effect R6 are stored in the effect control ROM 65b. The display control ROM 70b stores image data corresponding to the first corresponding effect pattern to the sixth corresponding effect pattern. Then, the effect control ROM 65b determines the first corresponding effect pattern to the sixth corresponding effect pattern based on the count value of the effect counter 141, and specifies the determined first corresponding effect pattern to the sixth corresponding effect pattern. The command is output to the display control CPU 70a. The display control CPU 70a displays the images (first corresponding effect R1 to sixth corresponding effect R6) based on the first corresponding effect pattern to the sixth corresponding effect pattern specified based on the control command output from the effect control CPU 65a. The display device 17 is configured to be controlled to display on the device 17. In other words, the production control ROM 65b is not the count value in the limit counter 140 that counts the number of times that the highly accurate seed is continuously determined, but the first time when the count value of the limit counter 140 is determined in the initial state. The first corresponding effect pattern to the sixth corresponding effect pattern are determined in accordance with the count value of the effect counter 141 that continues counting without resetting the number of hits including the highly probable hit species to the limit number.

  As described above, in another embodiment, as an effect determining means for determining an effect (corresponding effect) to be executed by the symbol display device 17 between the determination of the winning seed and the next determining of the winning seed. The effect control CPU 65a has the above functions. Further, the effect control CPU 65a as the effect determining means determines the corresponding effect according to the count value of the effect counter 141, so that the effect control CPU 65a starts counting from the limit counter 140 until the limit count is reached. It functions to determine the corresponding effect corresponding to each number of times regardless of whether or not the probability variation number is reset.

(Operation of another embodiment)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine according to another embodiment of the embodiment 3 will be described in a specific case where the main control CPU 60a determines the hitting seeds in the order shown in FIG.

  In the pachinko machine of another embodiment, when the main control CPU 60a determines a high probability hit type (symbols I and J) in the first specific game state that is in a non-probable change state (non-change short state), The condition is satisfied and the right to set the jackpot six times is obtained. Further, the count of the limit counter 140 is started, and the count value becomes “1”. Further, the effect counter 141 also starts counting, and the count value becomes “1”. In this case, the effect control CPU 65 a determines a first corresponding effect pattern corresponding to the count value of the effect counter 141 as the corresponding effect executed by the symbol display device 17. Thus, until the main control CPU 60a next determines the hit type, the symbol display device 17 executes the first corresponding effect R1 specified by the first corresponding effect pattern.

  When the main control CPU 60a determines the high probability hitting symbol (symbol k) as the second hitting seed while the big hit is being set six times, the count value of the limit counter 140 becomes “2” and the effect counter 141 The count value is also “2”. Then, the effect control CPU 65a determines a second corresponding effect pattern corresponding to the count value of the effect counter 141, and until the main control CPU 60a next determines the hit type, the symbol display device 17 performs the second response. Production R2 is executed.

  When the main control CPU 60a determines the low probability hit symbol (symbol m) as the third hit type while the big hit six times is continued, the right of the big hit six times is lost and the count value of the limit counter 140 is It is reset to “0”. On the other hand, the count of the production counter 141 is continued and the count value becomes “3”. Accordingly, the effect control CPU 65a determines a third corresponding effect pattern corresponding to the count value of the effect counter 141, and until the main control CPU 60a next determines the hit type, the symbol display device 17 performs the third response. Production R3 is executed. In other words, although the right of the big hit six times set actually disappears, the player clearly determines whether or not the right of the big hit six times set is continued by the third corresponding effect R3 executed on the symbol display device 17. Can not be recognized, so that the game can be continued without reducing the player's willingness to play.

  In the fourth variable state (specific operation state) after the main control CPU 60a determines the low probability seed (symbol m), if the main control CPU 60a determines the high probability seed (symbol k), it continues again. The winning condition is satisfied and the right of 6 hits is obtained. In this case, counting of the limit counter 140 is started, the count value becomes “1”, and the count value of the effect counter 141 that continues counting becomes “4”. Accordingly, the effect control CPU 65a determines the fourth corresponding effect pattern corresponding to the count value of the effect counter 141, and thereby the symbol display device 17 corresponds to the fourth response until the main control CPU 60a determines the next hit type. Production R4 is executed. When the main control CPU 60a continuously determines the highly accurate hitting seed (symbol k) as the second to third hitting seeds, the count value of the limit counter 140 changes from “2” to “3”. The count value of the effect counter 141 changes from “5” to “6”. Therefore, in the symbol display device 17, the fifth corresponding effect → the sixth corresponding effect is executed.

  Then, when the main control CPU 60a determines a high-accuracy hit type (symbol k) as the fourth hit type while continuing the big hit six times, the count value of the limit counter 140 becomes “4”. In this case, since the count value of the effect counter 141 is “6”, which is the same as the number of limits, by the previous determination of the hit type, the effect control CPU 65a does not count the effect counter 141 but limits the counter. A fourth corresponding effect R4 is executed in the symbol display device 17 until the fourth corresponding effect pattern corresponding to the count value of 140 is determined, and thereby the main control CPU 60a determines the next hit type. In other words, for a player who thinks that the big hit 6 times set will end in succession to the same number of hits as the limit number, a corresponding effect (fourth corresponding effect) executed on the symbol display device 17 while the big hit 6 times set is continued. By executing R4), it can be informed that the set will continue 6 times. Thereby, surprise and joy can be given to the player, and the interest of the game can be improved. In addition, the pachinko machine of another Example has the effect which the pachinko machine of the said Example 3 show | plays naturally.

(Example of change)
Note that the gaming machine is not limited to those described above, and various modifications can be made.
(1) A first variable entry part (first variable start part) and a second variable entry part as variable entry parts that facilitate entry of game balls flowing down the game area in accordance with the opening operation of the opening / closing member. Although the ball entry portion (second variable start portion) is provided, the present invention is not limited to this, and three or more variable ball entry portions may be provided.
(2) In each of the embodiments, as a distribution unit that distributes the game ball that has entered the operation port to one of the branch passages, a path distribution unit that operates the distribution member by driving the electric drive unit is provided. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the ball is naturally distributed to any one of the branch passages depending on the momentum and the rolling direction of the game ball rolling on the ball rolling unit. For example, a ball rolling part called a so-called crune that has a plurality of through holes formed on the bottom surface of a ball rolling part formed in a mortar shape is used as a distributing means, or extends in a certain direction and extends in the direction It is also possible to employ a so-called stage-shaped ball rolling portion provided with ball discharge portions at a plurality of locations spaced apart from each other as a distribution means, and other conventionally known vibrations that can distribute the flow direction of a game ball into a plurality of directions. Minute means can be employed.
(3) In each embodiment, an operation entrance ball portion is formed so that the entrance (operation port) is expanded by opening the opening / closing member, and the game ball entering the operation entrance portion is the first variable. Although it is configured to be distributed to the entrance ball portion and the second variable entrance ball portion, the opening / closing member of the operation entrance ball portion is omitted so that the entrance port (operation port) is always opened with a constant opening width. Also good. That is, the distribution member is configured so that the game balls are not always distributed to either the first variable ball entry portion or the second variable ball entry portion, and the game ball is placed in a predetermined ball entry portion (starting gate portion). By actuating the allocating member based on the result of the determination (ordinary hit determination) that is triggered by the ball entering the game, the game ball that has entered the operation ball entry part is changed to the first variable ball entry part and It is also possible to distribute to the second variable pitching portion.

(4) In the first embodiment, in the first operating state (first variable state), the second operating state (second variable state), and the third operating state (third variable state). The frequency at which the opening and closing members (starting port opening and closing members) of the first and second variable ball entering portions (first and second variable starting portions) are opened is determined by the opening pattern of the opening and closing members (starting port opening and closing members). The first opening pattern and the second opening pattern are changed by changing the ratio of the first opening pattern and the second opening pattern. ) Opening / closing member (starting port opening / closing member) may be set to a specific opening pattern with different frequency.
(5) In the first embodiment, the operation opening / closing member is moved to the second position on the basis of the result of the determination (determination per hit) performed when the game ball enters the predetermined entrance (starting gate). The total operation time (total operation time triggered by the release determination means permitting the opening operation of the operation entrance ball portion) is equalized in the first release pattern P1 and the second release pattern P2. The total operating time may be different between the first opening pattern P1 and the second opening pattern P2.
(6) In the first embodiment, the symbol display device is used as the effect means for executing the suggestion effect and the non-impact effect. However, as the effect means, other means such as a light emitting device may be used, or a plurality of means may be used in combination. be able to. For example, when the light emitting device is used as a production means, if the first operating state emits light with a red light emitting color and the second operating state and the third operating state emit light with a blue light emitting color, The first operating state may be suggested and the second and third operating states may not be definitively suggested.
(7) In the first embodiment, the hit type (type of jackpot game) that can be determined by the main control CPU when the hit determination result is triggered by the establishment of the start condition by the first variable start unit, and the second variable The hit type (type of jackpot game) that can be determined by the main control CPU when the start condition is established by the start unit as a trigger is different, but the start condition of both variable start units is different. The winning type (big hit game type) that can be determined by the main control CPU is the same when the establishment result is a hit result, and the decision rate of each hit (big hit game) is different for each variable starter Can be. Further, both the type and the determination ratio can be made different.
(8) In the second embodiment, the third embodiment, or another embodiment, in the case of the fourth variation state, if the winning per common map is determined, the second opening pattern is determined with a probability of 100%, and the fifth variation is performed. In the case of winning in the short state, the first open pattern is determined with a probability of 100%. However, as in the first embodiment, the first probability is determined according to the type of the variable state. By adopting a configuration in which either the opening pattern or the second opening pattern is determined, the first variable ball entering portion (the first variable starting portion) is accompanied by the game ball entering the working ball entering portion. The frequency at which the opening operation is performed may be different from the frequency at which the second variable pitching unit (second variable starting unit) is opened.

(9) In the second embodiment, the third embodiment, or another embodiment, the limit number is six, but the limit number can be arbitrarily set. Further, the limit number of times may be different depending on the type of the high probability hit type (probability hit) determined first in the non-probable change state (non-change short state). For example, the limit number when the symbol I is determined may be six, and the limit number when the symbol J is determined may be five.
(10) In the second embodiment, the probability variation big hit game (second specific hit type) that can be determined when the hit determination triggered by entering the second variable pitching portion (second variable starting portion) is win. ) And the most advantageous (maximum privilege amount) that can be determined when the winning judgment is triggered by entering the first variable starting part (first variable starting part). ) The amount of privilege that can be expected in the probable big hit game (the first specific hit type) is the same, but it was triggered by entering the second variable starting part (second variable starting part) You may set so that the privilege amount obtained by the probability variation big hit game (2nd specific hit type) which can be determined when the hit determination is a win is higher.
(11) In the second embodiment, the probability variation big hit game (high probability hit type) that can be determined when the hit judgment is triggered by entering the second variable pitching portion (second variable starting portion). Although one type is used, multiple types of probability variation big hit games (high probability hit types) can be set.
(12) In each embodiment, the privilege amount is described as being the total number of winning balls (number of rounds) obtained during the jackpot game, but may include a privilege given after the end of the jackpot game. In other words, the amount of privilege is different, not only the total number of winning balls (number of rounds) obtained during the jackpot game, but also, for example, the grant period (number of times of change) given after the jackpot game ends It also includes things.

(13) In Example 3, when the low probability hitting species and the high probability hitting species are determined, there is no suggestion that does not definitely suggest that the determined hitting species are the low probability hitting species or the high probability hitting species The hitting seed effect is configured to be executed by the directing means. However, it is possible to employ a configuration in which the suggesting hitting seed effect that definitely suggests the type of the determined hitting seed is executed by the directing means. For example, when the main control CPU determines the hit type, if the type of decoration determined by the effect control CPU is a specific decoration (for example, “7”), the effect means performs a suggested hit type effect. If it is a non-specific decoration other than the specific decoration, the effect means can execute the non-suggested seed effect.
(14) In the configuration of the third embodiment, the grant period of the specific operation state (fourth variable state) given after the hit game when the specific low probability hit species (symbol m) is determined (100 times As the effect that can be executed by the effect means when the number of times of change) has elapsed, a set end effect that informs definitely that the continuous hit set has ended may be set. In other words, it is possible to prevent the player from being dissatisfied by not knowing when the continuous winning set has ended.
(15) In another embodiment, the corresponding effect corresponding to the count value of the effect counter is executed by the effect means, but the same effect is displayed by the effect means until the count value of the effect counter reaches the same number as the limit number. When the count value of the effect counter reaches the same number as the number of limits, and the hit type determined next is a highly accurate hit type, a corresponding effect corresponding to the count value of the limit counter is displayed by the effect means. You may make it perform. Even in this configuration, until the number of hits is the same as the specified value, it is difficult to determine whether the highly accurate hit species is continuous or not, and after the number of hits reaches the specified number, It is possible to notify that the highly accurate hit species were continuous again, so that surprise can be given and the interest can be improved.
(16) In each embodiment, the type of jackpot game (symbol type) determined by the hit determination triggered by winning in the start winning part (ball detection by the start detection sensor), which is not given to give a probability variation state However, after the big hit game is over, a special area is provided in the special winning portion, and the specific area entry detection sensor detects that a game ball has entered the specific area. A configuration that imparts a certain change state may be employed.
(17) The various probabilities described in the embodiments are examples, and can be set arbitrarily.

(18) All or part of the functions provided in the main control means (main control CPU) may be provided in the sub-control means (production control CPU). Conversely, all or part of the functions provided in the sub-control means is provided. The main control means may be provided. In each embodiment, the main control board and the sub control board (effect control board) are separately provided. However, a single control board may be used. That is, the functions of the main control means and the sub control means may be provided in a control means (CPU) provided on a single control board. Further, a separate control board may be provided, and all or a part of the functions of the main control means and sub-control means of each embodiment may be provided in another control means.
(19) The display control means (display control CPU) may be provided with all or part of the functions of the effect control means (effect control CPU). Conversely, the display control means (display control CPU) The effect control means (effect control CPU) may be provided with all or part of the provided functions. The production control means (production control CPU) and the display control board (display control CPU) are provided separately, but a single control board may be used. That is, the functions of the effect control board and the display control board may be shared by control means (CPU) provided on a single control board. Similarly, the production control means can also be used for the light emission control means for performing light emission control and the sound control means for performing sound output control.
(20) Although special symbol display means (special symbol display unit) for displaying special symbols is provided independently from the symbol display means (symbol display device) for displaying the symbols (decorative symbols) for production, It is not limited to this. For example, you may make it display both a decoration drawing and a special figure in a symbol display means. Moreover, you may make it display on a symbol display means in common with a decorative drawing and a special drawing.
(21) In each embodiment, a pachinko machine has been described as an example of the gaming machine. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and various gaming machines such as an arrangement ball machine, a pinball machine, and a slot machine machine can be adopted.

17 Symbol display device (production means)
21 gaming area 60a main control CPU (hit type determining means)
65a Production control CPU (production determination means)
110 Acting entrance part 112 Actuating opening / closing member (actuating opening / closing member)
113 1st solenoid (drive means)
125 First variable starting part (first variable pitching part)
126 1st start opening and closing member (1st opening and closing member)
130 2nd variable starting part (2nd variable entrance part)
131 Second start opening / closing member (second opening / closing member)
138 1st operation member (operation part)
139 Second actuating member (actuating part)
140 Counter for limit 141 Production counter

Claims (6)

The hit determination performed when the start condition is satisfied becomes a hit determination result, so that a hit game advantageous to the player is generated, and the probability of the hit determination result being positive after the hit game is finished A gaming machine configured to make a hit determination in any of a low probability state set to a low probability and a high probability state set to a high probability that the determination result of the hit determination is higher than the low probability state In
Production means capable of performing multiple types of production,
An operational entrance where game balls can enter,
A first variable entry portion that facilitates entry of a game ball flowing down the game area in accordance with the opening operation of the first opening and closing member;
A second variable entry portion that facilitates entry of game balls flowing down the game area in accordance with the opening operation of the second opening and closing member;
When the hit determination is a hit determination result, the hit type is determined from a plurality of hit types with different privilege amounts,
The start condition is configured to be triggered by the entry of a game ball into the first variable pitch portion or the second variable pitch portion,
Each of the first variable ball entry portion and the second variable ball entry portion is configured to operate in accordance with the contact of the game ball, and includes an operation unit that opens a corresponding opening / closing member in accordance with the operation, The game ball that has entered the operation entrance part is configured to operate in contact with an operation part corresponding to either the first variable entry part or the second variable entry part,
The hitting type is a low probability hitting species that becomes the low probability state after the end of winning game or a high probability hitting species that becomes the high probability state, and the gaming state after the winning game is ended A plurality of types of game states in which the frequency at which the first variable ball-in-part is opened and the frequency at which the second variable ball-in part is opened are set in accordance with the game ball entering the ball,
If the count value of the number of times that the highly likely seed is continuously determined reaches a predetermined value set in advance, the low probability after the winning game based on the highly likely seed that has become the specified value ends. And is configured to reset the count value when the low probability hit is determined before the count value reaches a specified value,
The highly likely hit species includes a specific hit species, and when the hit species determining means determines a specific hit species, the specific hit species is determined until the specified value is reached after the specific hit species is determined. It is set so that the hitting seed determination means can easily determine the hitting seeds that can be expected to be more than the bonus amount given by the hitting seeds,
The production means, as the production executed when the low probability hit species and the high probability hit species are determined, definitely suggests that the determined hit species are the low probability hit species and the high probability hit species. A gaming machine characterized in that it is configured so that it can perform a performance that does not. The rate at which the hitting seed determining means determines the highly likely hitting seed is determined by the second variable pitching section from the case where the hit determination result is triggered by the establishment of the starting condition by the first variable pitching section. It is set to be higher in the case of a hit determination result triggered by the establishment of the start condition,
In the low probability hit type, the frequency of the second variable pitching portion being opened by the game ball that has entered the working pitching portion after the winning game is released rather than the first variable pitching portion. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein at least a specific low-probability hitting species that provides a specific operating state to be raised over a predetermined granting period is set. Plural types are set as effects that can be executed by the effect means from the time when the highly accurate hit type is determined until the next time the hit type is determined, and the effect means is not limited to the count value. Configured to perform the production determined from among the
When the count value reaches a specified value, the first variable ball-entering portion is formed by a game ball that has entered the actuated ball-entering portion after the hit game based on the highly probable hit species that has reached the specified value. 3. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein a specific operation state in which the frequency of the second variable ball-entry portion being opened is higher than a predetermined time period. The actuating ball portion includes an actuating opening / closing member that opens and closes when the driving means is driven, and the game ball is placed in the actuating ball portion from the first position and the first position as the driving means is driven. The operation opening and closing member is configured to be displaced to the second position where it is easy to enter the ball,
A first specific game state capable of opening and closing the operating ball entry portion, and a second opening and closing operation of the operation ball entry portion in an opening and closing manner having a higher frequency of the second position than the first specific game state. And a specific gaming state of
The gaming machine according to claim 2 or 3, wherein at least the specific operation state is set as the second specific game state. A limit counter for counting the number of times that the highly accurate hitting species is continuously determined;
An effect counter that counts the number of hits determined including the first highly reliable hits determined with the count value of the limit counter being an initial value,
An effect determining means for determining an effect to be executed by the effect means from a plurality of types until the next hit type is determined after the hit type is determined;
The effect determining means determines a corresponding effect corresponding to each number of times from the time when the effect counter starts counting to the same number as the specified value, regardless of whether the count value of the limit counter is reset or not. As well as
After the count value of the limit counter is reset, when the high-accuracy hit species is determined during the grant period of the specific operation state, the count value of the effect counter reaches the same number as the specified value. 5. The apparatus according to claim 2, wherein when the determined hitting seed is a highly probable hitting seed, the effect determining means determines a corresponding effect corresponding to the count value of the limit counter. The gaming machine according to the item. After the winning game based on the specific hitting species is finished, the frequency of the second variable pitching portion being operated to be opened rather than the first variable pitching portion by the game ball having entered the working pitching portion. Configured to transition to a higher specific operating state,
The rate at which the hitting seed determining means determines hitting seeds that can be expected to receive a bonus amount that is greater than or equal to the bonus amount given by the specific hitting seed is determined by the establishment of the starting condition by the first variable pitching unit. The setting according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the case where the hit determination result is triggered by the establishment of the start condition by the second variable pitching portion is set to be higher than the case where the determination result is obtained. Game machines.

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