JP2021184858A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of suitably increasing a degree of attention to a game.SOLUTION: A Pachinko machine 10 includes a transparent board as a first plate that allows a game area to which game balls flow to be formed on a front and has transparency. A decorative sheet as a second plate visible from a front via the transparent board is disposed in a position in the rear of the transparent board. The transparent board includes a ball entry part that game balls can enter, and a discharge passage for discharging game balls entering the ball entry part includes a first passage part for guiding space between the transparent board and the decorative sheet in a predetermined direction and a second passage part for guiding game balls guided by the first passage part to the rear of the decorative sheet.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

For example, some gaming machines such as pachinko gaming machines have a gaming board in which a gaming area is formed on the front surface, and the gaming progresses when a gaming ball flows down the gaming area (see, for example, Patent Document 1). ..

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2004-81853

Here, it is necessary to raise the degree of attention to the game in the gaming machine, and there is still room for improvement in this respect.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-exemplified circumstances and the like, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of suitably increasing the degree of attention to a game.

The present invention
A game board with transparency and a game area where the game ball can flow down is formed on the front side.
A directing means arranged at a position behind the gaming machine of the gaming board, and
It is characterized by having.

According to the present invention, it is possible to suitably increase the degree of attention to the game.

It is a front view which shows the pachinko machine. It is a perspective view which shows the main composition of a pachinko machine in an unfolded manner. It is a perspective view which shows the main composition of a pachinko machine in an unfolded manner. It is a front view which shows the structure of a game board. It is a perspective view of a game board. It is an exploded perspective view of a game board. It is an exploded perspective view of a game board. (A1) and (a2) are cross-sectional views showing an outline of a decorative sheet and an irradiation plate, and (b1) and (b2) are explanatory views explaining an outline of each symbol applied to a game board. It is sectional drawing which shows the outline of the decorative sheet and the irradiation plate. It is sectional drawing which shows the outline of the game board. It is explanatory drawing explaining the irradiation direction of the light from a game board. It is sectional drawing which shows the outline of the game board. It is sectional drawing which shows the outline of the game board. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the display content on the display screen of a symbol display device. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the contents of various counters used for a winning or failing lottery. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the pass / fail table. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the distribution table. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interrupt processing in MPU of a main control unit. It is a flowchart which shows the winning process for a working opening. It is a flowchart which shows the information acquisition process. It is a flowchart which shows the normal process. It is a flowchart which shows the game times control processing. It is a flowchart which shows the data setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation start processing. It is a flowchart which shows the game state transition process. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure for performing various productions. It is a flowchart which shows the processing for various productions in MPU of an effect control device. It is a flowchart which shows the light emission control processing. It is explanatory drawing explaining the light emission pattern table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between each light emission pattern of a game board, and the design which becomes visible. In the second embodiment, (a) is a cross-sectional view showing an outline of a game board, (b) is a flowchart showing a process for producing an accessory, and (c) is a front view showing an outline of a game board. be. It is sectional drawing which shows the outline of the game board in the 1st modification of 2nd Embodiment. It is sectional drawing which shows the outline of the game board in the 2nd modification of 2nd Embodiment. In the third embodiment, (a) is a cross-sectional view showing an outline of a game board, and (b) is a front view showing an outline of a game board. It is sectional drawing which shows the outline of the game board. (A1) and (a2) are cross-sectional views showing an outline of a game board, and (b1) and (b2) are front views showing an outline of a game board. It is a flowchart which shows the confirmation process for hold. It is a flowchart which shows the setting process of a hold command. It is a flowchart which shows the process for hold control. It is a flowchart which shows the process for hold notice. It is a schematic diagram which shows the modification of the 3rd Embodiment. It is sectional drawing which shows the outline of the game board in 4th Embodiment. In the first modification of the fourth embodiment, (a1) and (a2) are front views showing an outline of a game board, and (b) is a cross-sectional view showing an outline of a game board. It is a front view which shows the outline of the game board in the 2nd modification of 4th Embodiment. It is a front view which shows the outline of the modification of the game board. It is explanatory drawing explaining the production content in the modification of the game board.

<First Embodiment>
Hereinafter, an embodiment of a pachinko gaming machine (hereinafter referred to as “pachinko machine”), which is a type of gaming machine, will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko machine 10, and FIGS. 2 and 3 are perspective views showing the main configurations of the pachinko machine 10 in an expanded manner. Note that, in FIG. 2, for convenience, the configuration in the gaming area of the pachinko machine 10 is omitted.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 10 has an outer frame 11 forming an outer shell of the pachinko machine 10 and a gaming machine main body 12 rotatably attached to the outer frame 11 in the forward direction. .. The outer frame 11 is formed by connecting wooden plates and the like on all four sides and has a rectangular frame shape. The pachinko machine 10 is installed in the game hall by attaching and fixing the outer frame 11 to the island equipment.

The gaming machine main body 12 includes an inner frame 13, a front door frame 14 arranged in front of the inner frame 13, and a back pack unit 15 arranged behind the inner frame 13. The inner frame 13 of the gaming machine main body 12 is rotatably supported with respect to the outer frame 11. Specifically, the inner frame 13 can rotate forward with the left side as the rotation base end side and the right side as the rotation tip side in front view.

As shown in FIG. 2, the front door frame 14 is rotatably supported on the inner frame 13, and can be rotated forward with the left side as the rotation base end side and the right side as the rotation tip side when viewed from the front. It is said that. Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the back pack unit 15 is rotatably supported on the inner frame 13, and the left side is the rotation base end side and the right side is the rotation tip side when viewed from the front. It is supposed to be movable.

As shown in FIG. 3, the gaming machine main body 12 is provided with a locking device 16 at its rotating tip, and has a function of locking the gaming machine main body 12 to an outer frame 11 so that it cannot be opened. In addition, it has a function of locking the front door frame 14 to the inner frame 13 so that it cannot be opened. Each of these locked states is released by performing an unlocking operation using the unlocking key on the cylinder lock 17 exposed on the front surface of the pachinko machine 10.

Next, the configuration of the front side of the gaming machine main body 12 will be described.

The inner frame 13 is mainly composed of a resin base 21 having an outer shape substantially the same as that of the outer frame 11. A substantially elliptical window hole 23 is formed in the central portion of the resin base 21. A game board 24 is detachably attached to the resin base 21.

Here, the configuration of the game board 24 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 to 7. It should be noted that FIGS. 5 to 7 show a state in which various accessories attached to the game board 24 from the front are removed.

As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the game board 24 includes a transparent board 300 formed of a transparent resin, an irradiation board 400 that irradiates the transparent board 300 with light for directing from behind, and a transparent board 300. A decorative sheet 350, which is arranged between the irradiation plate 400 and the irradiation plate 400 and has a decorative pattern (picture) or the like, is provided. Further, behind the irradiation plate 400, a mounting base 450 for attaching the decorative sheet 350 and the irradiation plate 400 to the transparent plate 300 is provided. The transparent plate 300, the decorative sheet 350, the irradiation plate 400, and the mounting base 450 all have a substantially rectangular shape, and the mounting base 450 is attached to the transparent plate 300 with the decorative sheet 350 and the irradiation plate 400 sandwiched between them. Is assembled.

A game area PE is formed on the front surface of the transparent board 300, and the game area PE is exposed to the front side of the inner frame 13 through the window hole 23 of the resin base 21 (FIGS. 2 and 4). reference).

The configuration of the transparent board 300 will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5.

An inner rail portion 51 and an outer rail portion 52 are attached to the front side of the transparent board 300, and a guide rail is formed by the inner rail portion 51 and the outer rail portion 52, and is launched from the game ball launch mechanism 53. The played game ball is guided to the upper part of the game area PE. The game ball launch mechanism 53 is attached below the window hole 23 in the resin base 21, and the game ball is launched by operating the launch handle 54 provided on the front door frame 14 (FIG. 2). reference).

The transparent plate 300 is processed with a router to form a plurality of large and small openings penetrating in the front-rear direction. Further, in the decorative sheet 350, an opening that penetrates in the front-rear direction is formed at a position corresponding to each opening of the transparent plate 300 by a die-cutting process or the like. Each of these openings has a general winning opening 31, a variable winning device 32, an upper operating port (first starting ball entry section or non-priority starting entry section) 33, and a lower operating opening (second starting ball entry section or priority starting entry section). A ball portion) 34, a through gate 35, a variable display unit 36, a main display unit 43, an accessory display unit 44, and the like are provided.

For each opening in detail, as shown in FIG. 5, a general winning opening opening 31a is formed at a position corresponding to the general winning opening 31, and is variable at a position corresponding to the variable winning device 32. A winning opening 32d is formed, an operating opening 33a is formed at a position corresponding to the upper and lower working openings 33, 34, and a through opening 35a is formed at a position corresponding to the through gate 35. Is formed, and a display opening 36a is formed at a position corresponding to the variable display unit 36.

When a ball enters the general winning opening 31, the variable winning device 32, the upper operating opening 33, and the lower operating opening 34, the detection sensor is arranged on the back side of the transparent board 300 (the back side of the game board 24). It is detected by (not shown), and a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out based on the detection result. In this case, when a ball is entered into the general winning opening 31, 10 game balls are paid out, and when a ball is entered into the variable winning device 32, 15 game balls are paid out. Is executed, and when a ball enters the upper operating port 33, three game balls are paid out, and when a ball enters the lower operating port 34, four game balls are paid out. Is executed.

The number of game balls to be paid out is not limited to the above. However, in order to enhance the advantage of the lower operating port 34 with respect to the upper operating port 33, it is preferable to set a larger number of payouts related to the lower operating port 34 than the number of payouts related to the upper operating port 33. Further, in order to enhance the advantage of the variable winning device 32 for each of the operating ports 33 and 34, it is preferable to set a larger number of payouts for the variable winning device 32 than for the number of payouts for each of the operating ports 33 and 34.

In addition, an out opening 37 is provided at the lowermost portion of the transparent board 300, and a game ball that has not entered various winning openings or the like is discharged from the game area PE through the out opening 37. Further, in the transparent board 300, a large number of nails 38 are planted in order to appropriately disperse and adjust the falling direction of the game ball, and various members (accessories) such as a windmill are arranged.

Here, the entry ball means that the game ball passes through the predetermined opening, and not only the mode in which the game ball is discharged from the game area PE after passing through the opening, but also the game area PE after passing through the opening. It also includes aspects that are not discharged from. However, in the following description, in order to clearly distinguish the ball from entering the out port 37, the game ball enters the variable winning device 32, the upper operating port 33, the lower operating port 34, or the through gate 35. Is also expressed as a prize.

The upper actuating port 33 and the lower actuating port 34 are unitized as an actuating port device and installed on the transparent board 300. Both the upper working port 33 and the lower working port 34 are opened upward. Further, both the operating ports 33 and 34 are arranged in the vertical direction so that the upper operating port 33 faces upward. The lower working port 34 is provided with an electric accessory 34a as a guide piece made of a pair of left and right movable pieces.

The electric accessory 34a will be described. The electric accessory 34a is in a closed state (non-supported state or non-guided state) in which it is difficult for the game ball to win a prize in the lower operating port 34, and an open state (supported state or guided state) in which the game ball is easier to win than in the closed state. Can be switched to.

The operating port case constituting the upper operating port 33 projects toward the front side and has a substantially trapezoidal shape when viewed from the front, and the upper side length <lower side length. At this time, the upper side length of the operating port case (that is, the left-right width of the upper operating port 33) is set to be slightly larger than the diameter of the game ball, and the lower side length is left and right when the electric accessory 34a is in the closed state. It is said that the length is larger than the distance between the electric accessories 34a. Further, when the electric accessory 34a is in the closed state, the installation intervals of both operation ports 33 and 34 are set so that the distance between the operation port case and the upper end portion of the electric accessory 34a is slightly shorter than the diameter of the game ball. It has been adjusted.

According to the above configuration, the game ball cannot win the lower operating opening 34 in the closed state of the electric accessory 34a, and the lower operating opening 34 can be won by opening the electric accessory 34a. In particular, at this time, during the operation in which the electric accessory 34a shifts from the closed state to the open state, the operating port case of the upper operating port 33 has a substantially trapezoidal shape as described above, which becomes an obstacle. Until the object 34a is sufficiently opened, it is impossible to win a prize in the lower operating port 34, and the prize can be won only when the electric accessory 34a is almost fully opened. That is, the game ball that has fallen from above hits the side surface of the operating port case and is repelled to the outside, and does not directly win the lower operating opening 34. As a result, when the electric accessory 34a is opened in a very short time, it becomes extremely difficult to win a prize in the lower operating port 34, and only when the open state of the electric accessory 34a is continued, the lower operating port 34 is entered. Winning will be easier.

In addition to the configuration in which the operating port case of the upper operating port 33 has a substantially trapezoidal shape as described above, the operating port case of the upper operating port 33 may have a two-stage configuration with a narrow upper part and a wide lower part, or the upper operating port 33. A substantially C-shaped guide piece may be provided on both the left and right sides of the case, or an obstacle nail may be planted diagonally below the operating port case.

The variable winning device 32 includes a large winning opening 32a leading to the back side of the transparent board 300 (the back side of the game board 24), and also includes an opening / closing door 32b for opening and closing the large winning opening 32a. The opening / closing door 32b is normally in a closed state in which the game ball cannot win or is difficult to win, and the game ball is likely to win a prize when the transition to the opening / closing execution mode (opening / closing execution state) is won in the internal lottery. It can be switched to the open state. Here, the open / close execution mode is a mode in which the game shifts when a big hit or a special loss is won. The open / close execution mode will be described in detail later. As an opening mode of the variable winning device 32, the variable winning device 32 is repeatedly opened with a predetermined time (for example, 30 sec) elapsed or a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winnings as one round and a plurality of rounds (for example, 15 rounds) as an upper limit. There is an aspect to be done.

The main display unit 43 and the accessory display unit 44 are provided on the decorative member 39 arranged along the outer edge on the lower side of the game area PE. The decorative member 39 extends from the surface of the gaming board 24 to the front of the pachinko machine 10. More specifically, the front surface of the decorative member 39 faces the window panel 62 provided on the front door frame 14 in order to make the gaming area PE visible from the front of the pachinko machine 10, and further, the window panel 62. The distance between them is narrower than one game ball. This prevents the game ball from falling in front of the front surface of the decorative member 39.

The main display unit 43 and the accessory display unit 44 are provided so as to be exposed from the front surface of the decorative member 39. That is, the main display unit 43 and the accessory display unit 44 can be visually recognized from the front of the pachinko machine 10 through the window panel 62 of the front door frame 14, and the game ball can be seen in front of both the display units 43 and 44. It is prevented from falling. In addition, on the upper surface of the decorative member 39, a part of the above-mentioned general winning openings 31 is installed in a state of being opened upward.

When the variable winning device 32 is in the open / close execution mode (or in the open / close execution mode) due to the big hit winning, the main display unit 43 has the large winning opening 32a of the variable winning device 32 in the open / close execution mode. The round display unit RS for clearly indicating the number of times the is opened, the first result display unit AS for clearly indicating the result of the internal lottery performed based on the winning of the upper operating port 33, and the lower operating port 34. A second result display unit BS for clearly indicating the result of the internal lottery performed based on the winning of the prize is set.

The round display unit RS starts displaying the number of times of opening when the opening / closing execution mode starts, and ends the display when the opening / closing execution mode ends.

In the first result display unit AS, the variation display of the pattern is performed triggered by the winning of the upper operating port 33, and as a result of stopping the variation display, the internal lottery performed based on the winning of the upper operating port 33 is performed. The result is clearly indicated by the display. If the result of the internal lottery based on the winning of the upper operating port 33 is the winning result corresponding to the transition to the open / close execution mode, the predetermined stop result is displayed on the first result display unit AS and is displayed in a variable manner. After is stopped, the mode shifts to the open / close execution mode.

In the second result display unit BS, the variation display of the pattern is performed triggered by the winning of the lower operating port 34, and as a result of stopping the variation display, the internal lottery performed based on the winning of the lower operating port 34 is performed. The result is clearly indicated by the display. If the result of the internal lottery based on the winning of the lower operating port 34 is the winning result corresponding to the transition to the open / close execution mode, the predetermined stop result is displayed on the second result display unit BS and is displayed in a variable manner. After is stopped, the mode shifts to the open / close execution mode.

Here, based on the winning of any of the operating ports 33 and 34, the variation display is started on the corresponding result display units AS and BS, the predetermined stop result is displayed, and the variation display is stopped. It corresponds to one game. However, one game round is not limited to the above content, and for example, a single result display unit is provided, and even if a prize is awarded to any of the actuation ports 33 and 34, the single result display unit is provided. In the configuration in which the variation display is performed in the result display unit, the variation display is started in the single result display unit, and the game is played until the variation display is stopped while the predetermined stop result is displayed. It will be once.

The accessory display unit 44 is a display unit for clearly showing the result of the internal lottery performed based on the winning of the through gate 35. In this case, the accessory display unit 44 performs a variable display of the pattern triggered by winning a prize in the through gate 35, and as a result of stopping the variable display, an internal lottery performed based on the winning in the through gate 35 is performed. The result of is specified by the display. If the result of the internal lottery based on the winning of the through gate 35 is the winning result corresponding to the transition to the electric service open state, the predetermined stop result is displayed on the accessory display unit 44 and displayed in a variable manner. After the is stopped, it shifts to the electric service open state. In the electric service open state, the electric accessory 34a provided in the lower actuating port 34 is in the open state in a predetermined manner.

The main display unit 43 and the accessory display unit 44 are composed of a segment display device having a plurality of segments, but the present invention is not limited to this, and other display devices such as a liquid crystal display device may be used. May be good.

The variable display unit 36 is provided with a symbol display device 41 for variable display (or variable display or switching display) of the symbol. Further, in the variable display unit 36, a center frame 42 is arranged so as to surround the symbol display device 41. The upper portion of the center frame 42 extends forward of the pachinko machine 10. As a result, the game ball is prevented from falling in front of the display screen of the symbol display device 41, and the inconvenience that the visibility of the display screen is not deteriorated due to the fall of the game ball does not occur. ..

The symbol display device 41 is configured as a liquid crystal display device provided with a liquid crystal display, and the display content is controlled by a display control device described later. On the symbol display device 41, for example, symbols are displayed side by side in the upper, middle, and lower directions, and these symbols are variably displayed so as to be scrolled in the left-right direction. In this case, the variation display in the symbol display device 41 is started based on the winning of the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34. That is, when the variable display is performed on the first result display unit AS, the variable display is performed on the symbol display device 41, and when the variable display is performed on the second result display unit BS, the variable display is performed accordingly. At the same time, the symbol display device 41 performs variable display. Then, for example, the game times for shifting to the opening / closing execution mode corresponding to 15 rounds in which the large winning opening 32a of the variable winning device 32 is opened 15 times as the opening / closing execution mode are set in advance in the symbol display device 41. A predetermined combination of symbols is stopped and displayed on the valid line.

A first reserved light emitting unit 45 corresponding to the first result display unit AS and the symbol display device 41 is provided on the upper left portion on the front surface side of the center frame 42. The number of game balls that have won a prize in the upper operating port 33 is reserved up to four, and the reserved number is displayed by lighting the first reserved light emitting unit 45. Further, in the upper right portion on the front side of the center frame 42, a second reserved light emitting unit 46 corresponding to the second result display unit BS and the symbol display device 41 is provided. The number of game balls that have won a prize in the lower operating port 34 is reserved up to four, and the reserved number is displayed by lighting the second reserved light emitting unit 46. As described above, since the upper part of the center frame 42 extends to the front of the pachinko machine 10, the visibility of the first reserved light emitting unit 45 and the second reserved light emitting unit 46 is not hindered by the falling of the gaming ball. ing.

At the lower part of the center frame 42, a third reserved light emitting unit 47 corresponding to the accessory display unit 44 is provided. The number of times the game ball has passed through the through gate 35 is reserved up to four times, and the number of reserved balls is displayed by lighting the third reserved light emitting unit 47. It should be noted that each of the reserved light emitting units 45 to 47 may be configured to be displayed by a part of the symbol display device 41.

Next, the decorative sheet 350 and the irradiation plate 400 arranged on the rear side of the transparent plate 300 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 to 7 and FIG.

As shown in FIG. 8, the decorative sheet 350 is composed of a plurality of sheet materials, and more specifically, the first symbol sheet 351 and the shielding sheet 352 are laminated in this order from the front. There is. In the figure, in order to express each sheet 351 to 353 in an easy-to-understand manner, the thickness is shown to be thicker than the actual thickness (less than 1 mm).

The irradiation plate 400 is arranged behind the decorative sheet 350, and a plurality of LEDs 410 as light emitting means are arranged on the front surface. The LED 410 is connected to the effect control device 82, and the light emission control is individually performed by the MPU 242 of the effect control device 82.

As shown in FIG. 8 (b1), the first symbol sheet 351 is provided with, for example, the first symbol P1 indicating the game content of the gaming machine on substantially the entire surface. In the following description, a representative symbol (dolphin) of the first symbol P1 is expressed as the first decorative symbol P1a (in the figure, it is shown on the upper left and right sides of the center frame 42). In the first symbol sheet 351 the first decorative symbol P1a is given a dark blue color with low saturation, and in the first symbol sheet 351 the area other than the first decorative symbol P1a (background, the entire first symbol P1). ) Is also given a dark blue color. Here, the symbol to which a color having low saturation is applied has a characteristic that it becomes difficult to see (particularly, the boundary between the symbols) when irradiated with light. Therefore, when the first symbol sheet 351 is irradiated with light, the first decorative symbol P1a and its background (first symbol P1) become difficult to see.

The shielding sheet 352 provided behind the first symbol sheet 351 transmits the light to be irradiated if the intensity of the light emitted from the rear is equal to or higher than the predetermined intensity, and the light to be irradiated if the intensity is less than the predetermined intensity. It has the light property of shielding. The light emitted by the ON control of the LED 410 provided on the irradiation plate 400 is applied to the shielding sheet 352 as light having a predetermined intensity or higher. Further, the shielding sheet 352 has a property of appearing colorless and transparent when irradiated with light having a predetermined intensity or higher.

As shown in FIG. 8 (b2), a plurality of second symbols P2 (P2a, P3, P4) different from the first symbol P1 are applied to the second symbol sheet 353 provided behind the shielding sheet 352. ing. In the following description, the representative symbol (girl) of the second symbol P2 is expressed as the second decorative symbol P2a. Further, the second symbol sheet 353 includes a third symbol P3 (for example, "SUPER LUCKY") expressing the game content in characters, and the first decorative symbol P1a, the second decorative symbol P2a, and the third symbol P3. Is a different symbol and is decorated with a fourth symbol P4 (for example, a star) applied in a small area. The second decorative symbol P2a is arranged on the upper left side of the center frame 42, the third symbol P3 is arranged on the upper right side of the center frame 42, and the fourth symbol P4 is arranged on the side (left and right) of the center frame 42. .. In the second symbol sheet 353, a portion different from the second decorative symbol P2a, the third symbol P3, and the fourth symbol P4 is provided with a gray background color having low saturation. Further, the second decorative symbol P2a, the third symbol P3, and the fourth symbol P4 are given a highly saturated primary color system. Here, the symbol to which a highly saturated color is applied has a characteristic that it becomes easy to see (particularly, the boundary between the symbols) when irradiated with light. In particular, the difference from the less saturated part becomes clearer and easier to see. Therefore, when the second symbol sheet 353 is irradiated with light, the difference between the second decorative symbol P2a, the third symbol P3 and the fourth symbol P4 and the background becomes clear, and the second decorative symbol P2a and the third symbol P3 and the fourth symbol P4 are easy to see.

The back surface of the first symbol sheet 351 has an uneven shape, and has a diffusion surface 351a that diffuses light emitted from the rear. Therefore, when the light emission of the LED 410 is controlled, the light from the LED 410 is reflected and diffused on the diffusion surface 351a of the first symbol sheet 351 and is brightened not only in the portion corresponding to the LED 410 of the irradiation plate 400 in the front-rear direction but also in the entire sheet. You will be able to see it. As described above, since the backgrounds of the first decorative symbol P1a and the first symbol sheet 351 are both given a low-saturation dark blue color, when the light from the irradiation plate 400 is irradiated, these first decorations are applied. The symbol P1a and the first symbol sheet 351 are difficult to see. Further, when the light from the irradiation plate 400 is applied to the shielding sheet 352, the shielding sheet 352 becomes colorless and transparent. Then, as described above, when the second symbol sheet 353 is irradiated with light, the second decorative symbol P2a, the third symbol P3, and the fourth symbol P4 become easy to see. As a result, the second symbol sheet 353 behind the shielding sheet 352 becomes visible.

Here, as shown in FIGS. 8 (b1) and 8 (b2), the first symbol P1 in the first symbol sheet 351 and the respective symbols P2 to P4 in the second symbol sheet 353 are located in a region overlapping in the front-rear direction. It has been subjected. That is, depending on whether the LED 410 of the irradiation plate 400 is turned on or off, whether the first symbol P1 can be seen or the second symbol P2, the third symbol P3, and the fourth symbol P4 can be seen is different.

That is, as shown in FIG. 8A1, when the LED 410 of the irradiation plate 400 is not controlled to emit light, the intensity of the light emitted to the shielding sheet 352 is less than the predetermined intensity, and the light from the LED 410 is shielded. It is shielded by the sheet 352. As a result, the symbols P2 to P4 of the second symbol sheet 353 cannot be visually recognized from the front, and the first symbol P1 of the first symbol sheet 351 can be visually recognized from the front (FIG. 8 (b1)). Further, as shown in FIG. 8A2, in a situation where the LED 410 of the irradiation plate 400 is controlled to emit light, the intensity of the light emitted to the shielding sheet 352 becomes equal to or higher than a predetermined intensity, and the light from the LED 410 is the shielding sheet. It penetrates 352. As a result, the symbols P2 to P4 of the second symbol sheet 353 can be visually recognized from the front, while the first symbol P1 of the first symbol sheet 351 cannot be visually recognized from the front (FIG. 8 (b2)).

The LED 410 of the irradiation plate 400 is grouped in association with each of the symbols P2 to P4 applied to the front second symbol sheet 353. That is, in the irradiation plate 400, a plurality of second symbol LEDs (LEDs for girls) 411 are arranged behind the second symbol P2, and a plurality of third symbol LEDs (LEDs for characters) are arranged behind the third symbol P3. ) 412 is arranged, and a plurality of fourth symbol LEDs (star LEDs) 413 are arranged behind the fourth symbol P4.

The positional relationship between the LEDs 411 to 413, the symbols P1 to P4, and the decorative symbols P1a and P2a will be described with reference to FIG. In FIG. 9, each of the symbols P1 to P4 is displayed with different dot hatch densities. Further, in FIG. 9, in order to make it easier to understand the positional relationship between the LEDs 411 to 413 and the symbols P1 to P4 and the decorative symbols P1a and P2a, the symbols P1 to P4 and the decorative symbols P1a and P2a are arranged. The position is shown with a slight change from the other figures.

A first space E1 is formed between the second symbol sheet 353 and the irradiation plate 400 at a predetermined distance (about 1.5 cm in this embodiment). There is no shield between the second symbol LED 411 and the second symbol P2, and the light from the second symbol LED 411 is diffused in the first space E1 and irradiates the second symbol P2. Therefore, the light from the second symbol LED 411 is evenly applied to substantially the entire second symbol P2 larger than the second symbol LED 411, and the second symbol P2 looks bright as a whole.

At the position of the back surface of the third symbol P3 in the second symbol sheet 353, a shielding cylinder 360 that cylindrically surrounds the rear of the third symbol P3 in the first space E1 is fixed (see FIGS. 6 and 7). .. The shielding cylinder 360 covers the back surface of the outer circumference of the third symbol P3 in the second symbol sheet 353 (more specifically, the outline of the characters of the third symbol P3) and the outer circumference of the third symbol LED 412 in the irradiation plate 400. As described above, it is formed so as to extend from the second symbol sheet 353 to the irradiation plate 400. The shielding cylinder 360 is formed of a shielding member and has a function of shielding light. The inside of the shielding cylinder 360 is hollow, and the inner surface of the shielding cylinder 360 is mirror-finished. As a result, in the second symbol sheet 353, the light from the other LEDs 411 and 413 is not directly irradiated to the third symbol P3, and only the light from the third symbol LED 412 is irradiated to the third symbol P3. Therefore, in the situation where the third symbol LED 412 is not ON controlled in the irradiation plate 400, the third symbol P3 cannot be visually recognized from the front, and the third symbol P3 can be visually recognized by the ON control of the third symbol LED 412. It will be possible. Further, by forming the shielding cylinder 360 into a shape that matches the characters of the third symbol P3 as described above, it is possible to project these characters more clearly.

In particular, as will be described later, the third symbol P3 is used as a symbol suggesting the content of the gaming state, and the third symbol P3 is in a different gaming state from the gaming state in which the third symbol P3 is desired to be visually recognized. If the symbol P3 becomes visible, the player may be confused. Further, by detecting in advance that the third symbol P3 is applied, even if the third symbol P3 is visible, there is a possibility that the surprising effect cannot be fully exerted. Therefore, if the shielding cylinder 360 is provided as described above, it is possible to suppress the ingress of light and preferably avoid that the third symbol P3 becomes visible due to the ON control of the LEDs other than the third symbol LED 412. Is possible.

A light guide portion 370 is fixed in the first space E1 at a position on the back surface of the fourth symbol P4 in the second symbol sheet 353 (see FIGS. 6 and 7). The light guide portion 370 is provided so as to extend to a position adjacent to the fourth symbol LED 413, and the fourth symbol P4 is provided in a wider area than the light guide portion 370. Since the light from the fourth symbol LED 413 is focused on the central portion by the light guide unit 370, when the fourth symbol LED 413 is irradiated toward the fourth symbol P4, the center of the fourth symbol P4 is the most. It is bright and appears to be dark toward the outer circumference.

The light guide unit 370 is particularly arranged at the center of the star of the fourth symbol P4, and the outer periphery of the light guide unit 370 is not provided with a member that shields light. Therefore, when the fourth symbol LED 413 is ON-controlled, in the fourth symbol P4, the center in contact with the light guide portion 370 is the brightest, and it seems that it becomes darker toward the outside.

Further, a plurality of types of light guide portions 370 are provided so that their thicknesses are different. The thicker the light guide unit 370, the wider the light from the fourth symbol LED 413 can be guided, and the thinner the light guide unit 370, the narrower the light from the fourth symbol LED 413. be able to. That is, the thickness of the light guide portion 370 is set according to the area where the fourth symbol P4 is applied.

As described above, when each LED 411 to 413 is ON-controlled on the irradiation plate 400, the first symbol P1 on the first symbol sheet 351 becomes invisible, and the symbols P2 to P4 corresponding to the ON-controlled LED become invisible. It becomes visible. As described above, whether the symbol of the first symbol sheet 351 can be seen or the symbol of the second symbol sheet 353 can be seen is determined by the irradiation of light from the irradiation plate 400, and the decorative sheet 350 having such a function is determined. By using the above, it is possible to realize an effect of making the visible pattern different with a simple configuration such as LED ON / OFF control.

The visibility of the symbols P2 to P4 of the second symbol sheet 353 is improved by arranging the LEDs 411 to 413 and providing the first space E1, the shielding cylinder 360, the light guide portion 370, and the like. Specifically, by irradiating the decorative sheet 350 with light via the first space E1, the light of the LED 410 is diffused and it is possible to irradiate the entire sheet with a small number of LEDs. .. By providing a shielding cylinder 360 for the characters of the third symbol P3, not only the light from the third symbol LED 412 can be seen clearly without leaking, but also the third symbol is turned on when other LEDs are controlled to be ON. The arrival of light at P3 is also suppressed, and the phenomenon that the third symbol P3 becomes visible even though the third symbol LED 412 is not ON-controlled is avoided. Then, the star of the fourth symbol P4 is provided with a light guide unit 370 so as to be in contact with the center position thereof, and the fourth symbol LED 413 is ON-controlled to produce an effect as if the center is shining brightly. It becomes possible.

Further, in the present embodiment, not only the second symbol sheet 353 but also the first symbol sheet 351 is devised to improve the visibility of the symbols. The configuration will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 to 13. In addition, in FIG. 10, FIG. 12, and FIG. 13, the thickness of each sheet 350 is described to be thicker than the actual thickness. Further, FIGS. 10, 12, and 13 are schematic views of the lateral (left-right direction) cross section of the pachinko machine 10 as viewed from above, and the length in the lateral direction is longer than the actual one due to the relationship with the drawings. It is described briefly. The same applies to the other cross-sectional views.

As shown in FIG. 10, a front peripheral edge portion 310 that stands upright toward the rear is formed on the peripheral edge portion of the transparent plate 300, and the peripheral edge portion of the mounting base 450 behind the irradiation plate 400 is directed toward the front. An upright rear peripheral edge 460 is formed. The decorative sheet 350 and the irradiation plate 400 are mounted in a housing formed by superimposing the front and rear peripheral portions 310 and 460.

The rear peripheral edge portion 460 is formed so as to stand upright in the front so as to be longer than the combined length of the decorative sheet 350 and the irradiation plate 400. The front surface of the decorative sheet 350 is arranged so as to be flush with the front end of the rear peripheral edge portion 460, and the rear surface of the irradiation plate 400 is the rear end of the rear peripheral edge portion 460 (the front end of the mounting surface 451 facing forward in the mounting base 450). It is arranged so as to be flush with. With such an arrangement, the above-mentioned first space E1 is provided between the decorative sheet 350 and the irradiation plate 400.

The amount of standing rearward of the front peripheral edge portion 310 is slightly shorter than the thickness of the first space E1. The rear end of the front peripheral edge 310 and the front end of the rear peripheral edge 460 are brought into contact with each other, and the transparent plate 300 and the mounting base 450 are assembled to form the front end of the rear peripheral edge portion 460 (decorative sheet 350). The second space E2 is formed at a predetermined interval (about 1.0 cm in this embodiment) from the front surface of the transparent plate 300 to the rear surface of the transparent plate 300.

A side substrate 500 is attached to the inside of the front peripheral edge portion 310 (on the side of the center frame 42), and a side LED 510 is arranged on the side substrate 500 toward the inside. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 5, a pair of left and right side LEDs 510 are provided, extending in the vertical direction and arranged over the entire surface except for the end portion. The side LED 510 irradiates the inside of the second space E2 with light, and in particular, irradiates the front surface of the first symbol sheet 351 with light. The side board 500 is connected to the effect control device 82, and ON / OFF control of the side LED 510 is performed by being controlled by the MPU 242 of the effect control device 82.

In the present embodiment, basically no shield is provided in the second space E2 to shield the decorative sheet 350 from the front, and the transparent board 300 is formed colorless and transparent as described above. Therefore, the decorative sheet 350 can be visually recognized from the front via the transparent board 300 and the second space E2. However, in the transparent board 300, the outer portion of the outer rail portion 52 is opaque-treated so that it cannot be visually recognized from the front. Therefore, the side LED 510 is difficult or impossible to see from the front.

By irradiating the front surface of the first symbol sheet 351 with light by the side LED 510, the visibility of the first symbol P1 is improved. As described above, in the situation where the light from the rear irradiation plate 400 is not irradiated, the first symbol P1 of the first symbol sheet 351 can be visually recognized instead of the respective symbols P2 to P4 of the second symbol sheet 353. ing. However, if light is irradiated from behind in an attempt to improve the visibility of the first symbol P1, the visibility of the first symbol P1 is rather lowered. However, even if an attempt is made to irradiate the first symbol sheet 351 with light from the front of the transparent board 300 (front of the game board 24), the guide rails 51, 52, nails 38, etc. are on the front side of the game board 24. Shields such as various accessories 33 to 36 are arranged, and there is a possibility that light is blocked by these.

In particular, if light is irradiated in such a shielded state, the shadow of the shield is projected as it is on the front surface of the first symbol sheet 351 and the visibility of the first symbol sheet 351 is further improved. It can be a factor that lowers it. As described above, since the first symbol sheet 351 is provided with a color having low saturation on the first symbol P1 and the background, it can be said that the decrease in visibility due to the occurrence of shadows is more remarkable.

Therefore, by irradiating the first symbol sheet 351 with the light from the side LED 510 using the second space E2, the light is not blocked by the shield, and the shadow of the shield shields the first symbol sheet 351. The occurrence of an event in which the visibility is adversely reduced is avoided.

Further, it is conceivable that the decorative sheet 350 is attached to the transparent board 300 without providing the second space E2. By doing so, it is considered that the decoration of the decorative sheet 350 can be directly seen from the transparent board 300 without going through the space, and the visibility of the decoration of the decorative sheet 350 can be improved. However, the decorative sheet 350 is irradiated with light from the rear as described above, and there is a concern that heat may be generated. Then, the heat from the decorative sheet 350 may be conducted to the transparent plate 300 to cause thermal deformation of the transparent plate 300. Not only that, there is a concern that the decorative sheet 350 and the transparent board 300 may be peeled off due to heat, and air bubbles may be introduced to the adhesive, resulting in deterioration of the design. Therefore, by providing the second space E2 as described above, it is possible to solve these problems as well.

The distance in the front-rear direction of the second space E2 is set shorter than the distance in the front-rear direction of the first space E1. In the first space E1 that irradiates the decorative sheet 350 with light from the rear, it can be said that the longer the distance in the front-rear direction, the more evenly the light is irradiated. On the other hand, in the second space E2, since the light is irradiated from the side, the incident angle of the light on the decorative sheet 350 becomes smaller as the distance in the front-rear direction becomes shorter, and the light is more evenly decorated by diffraction or the like. It is thought that it will reach the sheet 350. From the viewpoint of utilizing the limited space of the gaming machine, it is preferable that the distance between the two spaces E1 and E2 in the front-rear direction is short. Therefore, in consideration of these circumstances, the distance in the front-rear direction of the first space E1 and the distance in the front-rear direction of the second space E2 are set so as to be shorter in the second space E2. This makes it possible to suitably irradiate the decorative sheet 350 with light using both spaces E1 and E2 provided in the limited space.

As shown in FIG. 5, the side LEDs 510 are provided at both the left and right ends of the game board 24 and are provided at the upper ends of the game board 24. In the following description, these are separately referred to as a left LED 520, a right LED 530, and an upper LED 540, respectively. Each of the LEDs 520 to 540 is separately driven and controlled by the effect control device 82.

Here, the transparent plate 300, the decorative sheet 350, and the irradiation plate 400 can be separately removed or attached. More specifically, when the mounting screw (not shown) between the transparent plate 300 and the irradiation plate 400 is removed and the irradiation plate 400 is removed from the transparent plate 300 toward the rear, the decorative sheet 350 is also integrated with the irradiation plate 400. It is removed from the transparent board 300. Further, by removing the mounting screws (not shown) between the decorative sheet 350 and the irradiation plate 400, the decorative sheet 350 can be removed from the irradiation plate 400 toward the front. Therefore, the inspection / replacement work of the transparent plate 300, the decorative sheet 350, and the irradiation plate 400 is facilitated. That is, for example, even if a part of these members breaks down, only the broken part needs to be replaced, and in particular, only the decorative sheet 350 and the irradiation plate 400, which are design elements of the gaming machine. By exchanging, it becomes possible to respond to model changes that change only the design.

Further, the side LED 510 (left LED 520, right LED 530, upper LED 540) can also be removed separately from the transparent board 300, the decorative sheet 350, and the irradiation plate 400. That is, the side LED 510 is provided in the second space E2, and can be easily accessed by removing the irradiation plate 400 from the transparent plate 300. Therefore, when removing the side LED 510, it is not necessary to replace the transparent plate 300, the decorative sheet 350, and the irradiation plate 400, which facilitates the replacement of parts and reduces the cost.

As shown in FIG. 11, when the left and right LEDs 520 and 530 irradiate the first symbol sheet 351, the reflected light reflected by the first symbol sheet 351 is generated. Since the left and right LEDs 520 and 530 are provided on the left and right ends of the game board 24 as described above, the incident angle of the light is higher than that of the configuration in which the first symbol sheet 351 is irradiated with light substantially vertically, for example. growing. Therefore, the reflection angle of the light reflected from the LEDs 520 and 530 is also increased, and as a result, the player who is seated in front of the gaming machine is not directly irradiated. As a result, the glare caused by the player directly visually recognizing the LEDs 520 and 530 is reduced. Further, it is possible to reduce the reflection of light by increasing the incident angle while brightly illuminating the first symbol P1 to improve the visibility. The intensity of the light from the symbol display device 41 arranged at the substantially central portion of the game board 24 is basically higher than the intensity of the reflected light from the LEDs 520 and 530. Therefore, the side LED 510 improves the visibility of the first symbol sheet 351 while avoiding the event that the visibility of the display screen G is adversely reduced.

Further, as shown in FIG. 12, the light from the side LED 510 (left LED 520) directly irradiates the first symbol sheet 351 in the decorative sheet 350 (hereinafter referred to as direct light W1) and a predetermined portion. It is roughly classified into those that are reflected on the first symbol sheet 351 and then irradiated to the first symbol sheet 351 (hereinafter referred to as reflected light W2). As described above, the center frame 42 is attached to the substantially center of the game board 24, and the center frame 42 is assembled from the front to the attachment base 450. The outer peripheral surface (the surface facing the side LED 510) 421 of the center frame 42 is mirror-finished, and the light from the side LED 510 is reflected by the outer peripheral surface 421 to obtain the above-mentioned reflected light W2. Then, as shown in an enlarged manner in FIG. 11, the first symbol P1 in the first symbol sheet 351 is irradiated with the direct light W1 and the reflected light W2 from opposite directions, respectively.

Here, in the first symbol sheet 351, the first symbol P1 is applied by printing the symbol from the front surface. Therefore, the front surface of the first symbol sheet 351 may have some irregularities. If the uneven surface is irradiated with light vertically, no shadow can be generated, but the direct light W1 is inclined with respect to the first symbol sheet 351 as in the present embodiment. Therefore, it is considered that some shadows may occur depending on the degree of the unevenness. Therefore, by irradiating the reflected light W2 from the outer peripheral surface 421 directly from the opposite side of the light W1, the shadow of the light from one side can be canceled by the light from the other side.

The center frame 42 is fixed (for example, screwed) from the front of the game board 24 via the flange 422. In the present embodiment, the back surface of the flange 422 (the surface that comes into contact with the front surface of the game board 24 and the transparent board 300) is also mirror-finished. Therefore, the light from the side LED 510 is reflected not only on the outer peripheral surface 421 of the center frame 42 but also on the back surface of the flange 422 and irradiates the first symbol sheet 351. As a result, not only the irradiation range of the light from the side LED 510 is widened, but also the incident angle to the first symbol sheet 351 becomes larger than the reflected light from the outer peripheral surface 421, and shadows are less likely to occur.

The outer peripheral surface 421 of the center frame 42 is formed so as to extend to the second space E2. Therefore, it also has a function of reflecting and diffusing the light (light from the irradiation plate 400) irradiated in the second space E2, and it is possible to consolidate the functions into one member, and by reducing the number of members. It is possible to reduce costs.

In particular, when the transparent board 300 is used as in the present embodiment, if an LED is provided on the peripheral edge of the center frame 42, the wiring is visually recognized from the front, which may lead to deterioration of the design. On the other hand, if the reflected light is used as described above, it is not necessary to provide the LED in the center frame 42, and the inconvenience due to the wiring does not occur.

As described above, by controlling the side LED 510 to be ON, the visibility of the first symbol P1 in the first symbol sheet 351 is improved. Further, the side LED 510 is also irradiated to the front of the gaming machine via the transparent board 300.

As shown in FIG. 13, the light radiated forward from the side LED 510 (left LED 520) is directly radiated forward through the transparent plate 300 (hereinafter referred to as front direct light W3) and predetermined. It is roughly classified into those that are reflected on the site and then irradiated forward (hereinafter referred to as pre-reflected light W4).

The front direct light W3 is radiated inward from the side LED 510 and is radiated at an angle to the front. As described above, the lateral LEDs 510 are arranged on the left side, the right side, and the upper side, respectively. Therefore, the front direct light W3 from the side LED 510 is concentrated in the central portion in front of the pachinko machine 10. In this case, the focus of the front direct light W3 is on the side LED 510 so as to be behind the face of the player seated in front of the game machine (approximately an intermediate position between the pachinko machine 10 and the player). The irradiation angle of is adjusted. Therefore, the glare generated by directly visually recognizing the front direct light W3 is reduced.

Further, in the pachinko machine 10, the result of the winning / failing determination based on the winning of the upper operating port 33 and the lower operating port 34 is displayed on the display screen G. As shown in FIG. 4, the display screen G is arranged at a substantially central position of the game board 24. Therefore, it can be said that the focal point where the front direct light W3 is concentrated exists at a position overlapping the display screen G in the front-rear direction. By doing so, it is possible to visually recognize the display effect by the display screen G and the light effect using the side LED 510 without moving the line of sight, and it is possible to enhance the effect by associating the two.

As described above, the upper operating port 33 and the lower operating port 34 are unitized and attached to the game board 24. The outer peripheral surfaces (surfaces facing the side LEDs 510) 331 of both operating ports 33 and 34 are mirror-finished in the same manner as those of the center frame 42, and the light from the side LEDs 510 is reflected by the outer peripheral surface 331. By doing so, the pre-reflected light W4 is obtained. However, unlike the center frame 42, the flange 332 used for attaching the both actuating ports 33 and 34 is made of transparent resin, and the back surface thereof is not mirror-finished. Therefore, the pre-reflected light W4 reflected on the outer peripheral surface 331 passes through the flange 332 and is irradiated to the front of the gaming machine. By doing so, it is possible to draw attention to the positions of both actuation ports 33 and 34 by the front reflected light W4. In particular, both the operating ports 33 and 34 are ball entry portions that trigger a winning / failing lottery as to whether or not to shift to the open / close execution mode, and how to enter such a ball entry section (whether to receive the winning / failing lottery). ) Is the heart of the game. In that respect, it can be said that there is great significance in improving the degree of attention to such actuating ports 33 and 34.

Here, it can be said that the operating ports 33 and 34 are arranged at substantially the center position in the lateral direction on the game board 24, and are arranged at the position farthest from the left and right lateral LEDs 510 (520, 530) (). See FIG. 4). Therefore, the incident angle with respect to the outer peripheral surface 331 is larger than the position close to the side LED 510 in the lateral direction, and the position where the front reflected light W4 is irradiated to the transparent plate 300 is also from the operating ports 33 and 34. It will be in a distant position. Whether or not the game ball flowing down the game area PE enters the operating ports 33 and 34 may or may not be determined in the immediate vicinity of the operating ports 33 and 34 on the flow path of the game ball. It may be decided on the upstream side. Specifically, there are cases where the ball is repelled at the entrances of the operating ports 33 and 34 and does not enter, and before reaching the vicinity of the entrances of the operating ports 33 and 34, it flows down by a nail 38 or the like. The route may shift and the route may be distributed to a route that is difficult to reach the operating ports 33 and 34. Therefore, if the pre-reflected light W4 in the present embodiment is configured to irradiate the light toward a position away from the working ports 33 and 34, it is possible to pay particular attention to the path before reaching the working ports 33 and 34. It will be possible.

In addition, for things such as the operating ports 33 and 34 that are attached to the game board 24 as an accessory, although it is possible to newly attach a light emitting means (LED, etc.) to the accessory, the role In a flow path in which an object does not exist, even if an attempt is made to attach a light emitting means, the attachment target does not exist, so it is often more difficult to illuminate the flow path than to illuminate the accessory itself. Further, in the configuration using the transparent plate 300 as in the present embodiment, even if the light emitting means is provided on the back surface of the transparent plate 300, it is completely exposed, which is not preferable in terms of design. Therefore, as described above, if the pre-reflected light W4 is used, even if the flow path does not have an accessory, it can be partially illuminated to attract attention.

Returning to the description of FIG. 2, the front door frame 14 is provided so as to cover the entire front surface side of the inner frame 13. As shown in FIG. 1, the front door frame 14 is formed with a window portion 61 so that almost the entire area of the game area can be visually recognized from the front. The window portion 61 has a substantially elliptical shape, and the window panel 62 described above is fitted therein. The window panel 62 is formed colorless and transparent by glass, but is not limited to this, and may be formed colorless and transparent by synthetic resin.

Light emitting means such as various lamps are provided around the window portion 61. A display light emitting unit 63 is provided above the window unit 61 as a part of the various light emitting units. Further, on both the left and right sides of the display light emitting unit 63, speaker units 64 for outputting sound effects and the like according to the game state are provided.

Below the window portion 61 in the front door frame 14, an upper bulging portion 65 and a lower bulging portion 66 bulging toward the front side are arranged side by side. An upper plate 71 opened upward is provided inside the upper bulging portion 65, and a lower plate 72 also opened upward is provided inside the lower bulging portion 66. The upper plate 71 has a function of temporarily storing the game balls paid out from the payout device described later and guiding them to the game ball launching mechanism 53 side while arranging them in a row. Further, the lower plate 72 has a function of storing excess game balls in the upper plate 71. The game balls paid out from the payout device 96 of the back pack unit 15 are discharged to the upper plate 71 and the lower plate 72 through the passage forming unit 73 provided on the back surface of the front door frame 14.

Next, the configuration of the back side of the gaming machine main body 12 will be described.

As shown in FIG. 3, a main control device 81 and an effect control device 82 are mounted on the back surface of the inner frame 13 (specifically, the game board 24).

The main control device 81 includes a main control board having a function of controlling the main control of the game (main control circuit) and a function of monitoring the power supply (power failure monitoring circuit), and the main control board is made of a transparent resin material. It is configured to be housed in a substrate box 83 made of the above. The board box 83 includes a box base (front case body) having a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape and a box cover (back case body) that covers an opening of the box base. The box base and the box cover are inseparably connected by a box coupling portion 85 as a separation preventing means (or a coupling means), whereby the substrate box 83 is sealed. Since they are inseparably connected by the box coupling portions 85, the substrate box 83 needs to be destroyed or partially cut when the internal space of the substrate box 83 is opened. A plurality of box coupling portions 85 are provided on the long side portions of the substrate box 83, and at least one of them is used to perform the coupling processing.

Any configuration can be applied to the box joint portion 85 as long as the box base and the box cover cannot be opened, but by inserting a locking claw into the elongated hole constituting the box joint portion 85, the box base can be connected to the box base. It is designed so that it cannot be opened with the box cover. The joining process by the box joining portion 85 prevents unauthorized opening after the joining, and makes it possible to detect such a situation early and easily even if the illegal opening is performed. Even after opening, it is possible to perform the opening process again. That is, the coupling process is performed by inserting the locking claw into at least one elongated hole among the plurality of box coupling portions 85. When the board box 83 is opened, such as when a defect occurs in the housed main control board or when the main control board is inspected, the box coupling portion 85 into which the locking claw is inserted and the other box coupling portion 85 are used. Cut the connecting part of the box and the connecting part with the box body. As a result, the box base of the board box 83 and the box cover are separated, and the internal main control board can be taken out. After that, when the coupling process is performed again, the locking claw is inserted into the elongated hole of the other box coupling portion 85. If the history of opening the board box 83 is left in the board box 83, it is possible to easily discover that the board box 83 has been opened illegally by looking at the board box 83.

A plurality of bonding pieces 86 are provided on one short side of the board box 83 so as to project to the side thereof. These coupling pieces 86 have a one-to-one correspondence with a plurality of coupled pieces 87 formed on the mounting base of the main control device 81, and the coupling piece 86 and the coupling piece 87 form a board box 83 and a mounting base. The binding process is performed between them.

As a trace means for detecting the unauthorized opening of the board box 83, a sealing sticker may be attached so as to straddle the boundary between the box base and the box cover. In this case, when the seal is peeled off from the affixed portion, the adhesive layer of the seal remains on the substrate box 83 side, and a trace thereof remains. Further, the seal seal is provided with an IC tag that transmits a response wave containing identification information to a ring wave of a predetermined frequency, and when the seal seal is removed, the antenna of the IC tag is cut off and the response is described above. It may be configured so that the transmission of waves is impossible.

The effect control device 82 includes an effect control board that controls voice, lamp display, and a display control device (not shown) according to instructions from the main control device 81, and the effect control board is a substrate box made of a transparent resin material or the like. It is housed in 84 and configured.

As shown in FIG. 3, the back pack unit 15 includes a back pack 91, and a payout mechanism unit 92 and a control device collective unit 93 are attached to the back pack 91. The back pack 91 is made of a transparent synthetic resin, and has a protective cover portion 94 that protrudes rearward and has a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape so as to cover the main control device 81, the effect control device 82, and the like from the rear. ing.

The payout mechanism unit 92 is arranged so as to bypass the protective cover unit 94, and is a tank 95 in which game balls supplied from the island equipment of the game field are sequentially replenished, and a game stored in the tank 95. It is equipped with a payout device 96 for paying out balls. The game ball paid out from the payout device 96 is discharged to the upper plate 71 or the lower plate 72 through a payout passage (not shown) provided on the downstream side of the payout device 96. Further, the payout mechanism unit 92 is mounted with a back pack board provided with a power switch for turning on and off the power supply, for example, while supplying a main power supply of AC 24 volts.

Further, the back pack 91 is provided with an external output terminal 99 on the rotation shaft side of the back pack unit 15 and on the upper edge side. The external output terminal 99 includes an output terminal for outputting a signal when a game ball is insufficient in the tank 95 or the like, an output terminal for outputting a signal every time a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out, and a predetermined number of game balls. An output terminal for outputting a signal each time it is rented, an output terminal for outputting a signal when the gaming machine main body 12 is opened, an output terminal for outputting a signal when the front door frame 14 is opened, and a state transition such as an opening / closing execution mode. An output terminal for outputting a signal (or while transitioning to a state) is provided. Then, through these output terminals, a signal regarding the state on the frame side is output to the management control device on the game hall side. It should be noted that an output terminal for outputting a signal each time a predetermined number of game balls are rented is not required in a so-called cash machine.

The control device collective unit 93 includes a payout control device 97, a power supply, and a launch control device 98. The payout control device 97 and the power supply and launch control device 98 are arranged so as to be stacked in the front-rear direction so that the payout control device 97 is behind the pachinko machine 10.

The payout control device 97 is configured by accommodating a payout control board that controls the payout device 96 in a board box. In this case, the same fraud suppression means as the board box 83 of the main control device 81 may be applied to the board box of the payout control device 97.

The power supply and launch control device 98 is configured by accommodating a power supply and a launch control board in a board box, and the board generates and outputs predetermined power required by various control devices and the like, and is further determined by a player. The launch of the game ball is controlled by operating the firing handle 54. In addition, the pachinko machine 10 has a storage and retention function for various data, and can maintain the state at the time of a power failure even in the unlikely event of a power failure, and can return to the state at the time of a power failure when recovering from the power failure. It has become like.

<Electrical configuration>
Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG.

The MPU 202 is mounted on the main control board 201 provided in the main control device 81. The MPU 202 is a ROM 203 that stores various control programs and fixed value data executed by the MPU 202, and a memory for temporarily storing various data and the like when the control program stored in the ROM 203 is executed. A certain RAM 204, an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, a data input / output circuit, various counter circuits as a random number generator, and the like are built-in.

The MPU 202 is provided with an input port and an output port, respectively. A power failure monitoring board 205, a payout control device 97, various detection sensors 211a to 211e, etc. provided in the main control device 81 are connected to the input side of the MPU 202. In this case, the power supply and the launch control device 98 are connected to the power failure monitoring board 205, and power is supplied to the MPU 202 via the power failure monitoring board 205. Further, as a part of various detection sensors 211a to 211e, a winning ball entry section (payout compatible ball entry section) such as a general winning opening 31, a variable winning device 32, an upper operating port 33, a lower operating port 34, and a through gate 35, etc. A plurality of detection sensors provided in the above are connected, and a winning determination (ball entry determination) for each ball entry portion is performed in the MPU 202 of the main control device 81. Further, in the MPU 202, a big hit generation lottery is executed based on the winning of the upper operating port 33 and the lower operating port 34, and a support generating lottery is executed based on the winning of the through gate 35.

A power failure monitoring board 205, a payout control device 97, and an effect control device 82 are connected to the output side of the MPU 202. For example, a prize ball command is output to the payout control device 97 based on the winning determination result for the winning ball corresponding to the prize. In this case, the command information storage area 225 of the ROM 203 is referred to when the prize ball command is output. Then, when the winning to the general winning opening 31 is specified, the prize ball command corresponding to the payout of 10 game balls is output, and when the winning to the variable winning device 32 is specified, 15 pieces are output. A prize ball command corresponding to the payout of the game ball is output, and when a prize is specified for the upper operating port 33, a prize ball command corresponding to the payout of the three game balls is output and the lower operating port 34 is output. When the prize is specified, the prize ball command corresponding to the payout of four game balls is output.

Various commands such as a variation command, a type command, a variation end command, an opening command, and an ending command are output to the effect control device 82. In this case, the command information storage area 225 of the ROM 203 is referred to when outputting these various commands. Details of these various commands will be described later. It should be noted that each of the above commands is configured as information on a predetermined number of bytes, and includes various information as information on the predetermined number of bytes.

Further, on the output side of the MPU 202, a variable winning drive unit 32c for opening and closing the opening / closing door 32b of the variable winning device 32, an electric accessory driving unit 34b for opening / closing the electric accessory 34a of the lower operating port 34, and a main display. The unit 43 is connected. Various driver circuits are provided on the main control board 201, and the MPU 202 executes drive control of various drive units through the driver circuits.

That is, in the open / close execution mode, the drive control of the variable winning drive unit 32c is executed in the MPU 202 so that the large winning opening 32a is opened and closed. Further, when the electric accessory 34a is won in the open state, the drive control of the electric accessory drive unit 34b is executed in the MPU 202 so that the electric accessory 34a is opened and closed. Further, in each game round, the display control of the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS in the main display unit 43 is executed in the MPU 202, and the main display unit is in the open / close execution mode of the variable winning device 32. The display control of the round display unit RS in 43 is executed.

Furthermore, an external output terminal 99 is connected to the output side of the MPU 202, and through this external output terminal 99, the management control device (hall computer HC) on the game hall side is informed of the entry into various ball entry sections and a big hit. Information about the lottery result such as is output. This makes it possible to grasp the state of the pachinko machine 10 and the like with the hall computer HC.

The power failure monitoring board 205 relays between the main control board 201 and the power supply and the launch control device 98, and monitors the DC stable 24 volt voltage, which is the maximum voltage output from the power supply and the launch control device 98. The payout control device 97 controls the payout of prize balls and rental balls by the payout device 96 based on the prize ball command input from the main control device 81.

The power supply and the launch control device 98 are connected to, for example, a commercial power supply (external power supply) in a game hall or the like. Then, based on the external power supplied from the commercial power source, the operating power required for each of the main control board 201, the payout control device 97, and the like is generated, and the generated operating power is supplied. Further, the power supply and the launch control device 98 are responsible for launch control of the game ball launch mechanism 53, and the game ball launch mechanism 53 is driven when predetermined launch conditions are satisfied.

The effect control device 82 is a display light emitting unit 63 and a speaker unit provided in each of the reserved light emitting units 45 to 47 provided in the variable display unit 36 and the front door frame 14 based on various commands input from the main control device 81. The 64 is driven and controlled, and the display control device 212 is controlled.

Further, LEDs 410 and 510 are connected to the effect control device 82 as a light emitting unit for a game board, and ON / OFF control of these LEDs 410 and 510 is executed.

The display control device 212 executes the display control of the symbol display device 41 based on the command input from the effect control device 82. In this case, the effect control device 82 determines the variation display time of the symbol in the symbol display device 41 and the type of the combination of the symbols to be finally stopped and displayed on the symbol display device 41 based on various commands input from the main control device 81. Execute a lottery for the presence or absence of reach and the content of the reach effect.

Here, the display contents of the symbol display device 41 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 15 is a diagram showing a display screen G of the symbol display device 41.

As shown in FIG. 15A, the display screen G of the symbol display device 41 is set with three symbol rows Z1, Z2, and Z3 in an upper row, a middle row, and a lower row. Each symbol row Z1 to Z3 is configured by arranging a main symbol and a sub symbol in a predetermined order. Specifically, in the upper symbol row Z1, nine types of main symbols "1" to "9" are arranged in descending order of numbers, and one sub symbol is arranged between each main symbol. .. In the lower symbol row Z3, nine types of main symbols "1" to "9" are arranged in ascending order of numbers, and one sub symbol is arranged between each main symbol. That is, the upper symbol row Z1 and the lower symbol row Z3 are composed of 18 symbols. On the other hand, in the middle symbol string Z2, nine types of main symbols "1" to "9" are arranged in ascending order of numbers, and then between the main symbol of "9" and the main symbol of "1". The main symbol of "4" is additionally arranged in the above, and one sub symbol is arranged between each of these main symbols. That is, only in the middle symbol row Z2, 10 main symbols are arranged and composed of 20 symbols. Then, on the display screen G, the symbols in each of the symbol rows Z1 to Z3 are variably displayed so as to scroll in a predetermined direction with periodicity. Further, as shown in FIG. 15B, on the display screen G, three symbols are stopped and displayed for each symbol row, and as a result, a total of nine symbols of 3 × 3 are stopped and displayed. It is supposed to be done.

Further, five effective lines, that is, a left line L1, a middle line L2, a right line L3, a right-down line L4, and a right-up line L5 are set on the display screen G. Then, the variable display is stopped in the order of the upper symbol row Z1 → the lower symbol row Z3 → the middle symbol row Z2, and all the symbol rows Z1 are formed in a state where a combination of symbols with the same number is formed on any of the effective lines. When the variation display of ~ Z3 is completed, the jackpot moving image is displayed as the occurrence of the normal jackpot result or the 15R probability variation jackpot result described later.

In this pachinko machine 10, the main symbols with odd numbers (1, 3, 5, 7, 9) correspond to "specific symbols", and when a 15R probability variation jackpot result occurs, the same specific symbol The combination is stopped and displayed. In addition, the main symbols with even numbers (2, 4, 6, 8) correspond to "non-specific symbols", and when a normal jackpot result occurs, the combination of the same non-specific symbols is stopped and displayed. To.

Further, in the case of the explicit 2R probability variation jackpot result described later, the variation display of all the symbol columns Z1 to Z3 is completed in the state where the combination of the symbols with different numbers is formed, and then the explicit moving image is displayed. It is designed to be displayed. Further, in the case of an unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result or a special deviation result, which will be described later, the variation display of all the symbol columns Z1 to Z3 ends in a state where a combination of symbols with different numbers is formed, and then the variation display is completed. , Common videos are displayed.

The mode of variable display of symbols in the symbol display device 41 is not limited to the above, and is arbitrary, such as the number of symbol rows, the direction of variable display of symbols in the symbol row, the number of symbols in each symbol row, and the like. Can be changed as appropriate.

The first hold display area Ga is set on the left side at the lower part of the display screen G, and the second hold display area Gb is set on the right side at the lower part of the display screen G.

In the first hold display area (non-priority side hold display area) Ga, the same number of unit hold display areas Ga1 to Ga4 as the maximum number of holds when the game ball wins the upper operating port 33 are arranged side by side in the left-right direction. It is displayed as a partition. Specifically, when the game ball wins the upper operating port 33, the maximum number of holdings is 4, and in correspondence with this, the first holding display area Ga is the first unit holding display area Ga1 and the second. The unit hold display area Ga2, the third unit hold display area Ga3, and the fourth unit hold display area Ga4 are set.

For example, when the number of holdings when the game ball wins in the upper operating port 33 is 1, a predetermined holding image is displayed only in the first unit holding display area Ga1, and the game ball is placed in the upper operating port 33. When the number of reserved images is four, a predetermined reserved image is displayed in all of the first unit reserved display areas Ga1 to the fourth unit reserved display area Ga4.

Further, in the second hold display area (priority side hold display area) Gb, the same number of unit hold display areas Gb1 to Gb4 as the maximum number of holds when the game ball wins the lower operating port 34 are arranged side by side in the left-right direction. It is displayed in a section so that it can be displayed. Specifically, when the game ball wins the lower operating port 34, the maximum number of holdings is 4, and in correspondence with this, the second holding display area Gb includes the first unit holding display area Gb1 and the second. The unit hold display area Gb2, the third unit hold display area Gb3, and the fourth unit hold display area Gb4 are set.

For example, when the number of holdings when the game ball wins in the lower operating port 34 is 1, the holding image is displayed only in the first unit holding display area Gb1, and the game ball wins in the lower operating opening 34. When the number of reserved images is 4, the reserved image is displayed in all of the 1st unit reserved display area Gb1 to the 4th unit reserved display area Gb4.

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Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 10 configured as described above will be described.

The MPU 202 uses various counter information during the game to perform a big hit generation lottery, a display setting of the main display unit 43, a symbol display setting of the symbol display device 41, a display setting of the accessory display unit 44, and the like. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 16, a jackpot random number counter C1 used for a lottery for generating jackpots, and a jackpot type counter C2 used for determining a jackpot type such as a probabilistic jackpot result or a normal jackpot result. The reach random number counter C3 used for the reach lottery when the symbol display device 41 deviates and fluctuates, the random number initial value counter CINI used for setting the initial value of the jackpot random number counter C1, and the first result display unit AS of the main display unit 43. The second result display unit BS and the variation type counter CS for determining the variation display time of the symbol sequences Z1 to Z3 in the symbol display device 41 are used. Further, the electric accessory opening counter C4 used for the lottery as to whether or not the electric accessory 34a of the lower operating port 34 is set to the electric accessory open state is used.

Each of the counters C1 to C3, CINI, CS, and C4 is a loop counter in which 1 is added to the previous value each time the counter is updated, and the counter returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value. Each counter is updated at short intervals, and the updated value is appropriately stored in the lottery counter buffer 231 set in a predetermined area of the RAM 204. In the lottery counter buffer 231, the information corresponding to the jackpot random number counter C1, the jackpot type counter C2, and the reach random number counter C3 is used as an acquisition information storage means when a prize is generated in the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34. It is stored in the reserved ball storage area 232 of.

The holding ball storage area 232 includes a holding area RE including a holding area Ra for the first result display unit and a holding area Rb for the second result display unit, and an execution area AE. The holding areas Ra and Rb are provided with a first area, a second area, a third area, and a fourth area, respectively, and are buffers for a lottery counter according to the winning history of the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34, respectively. The numerical information of the jackpot random number counter C1, the jackpot type counter C2, and the reach random number counter C3 stored in the 231 is stored in any of the areas as reserved information. The reserved information corresponds to special information.

In this case, in the first area to the fourth area, when the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34 is awarded a plurality of times in succession, the first area → the second area → the third area → the fourth. Each numerical information is stored in chronological order in the order of areas. By providing each of the four areas in this way, up to four winning histories of the game balls to the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34 can be reserved and stored. Further, a total reserved number storage area is provided in the reserved ball storage area 232, and the number of winning histories stored in the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34 is specified in the total reserved number storage area. Information to do is stored.

The execution area AE is an area for moving each value stored in the first area of the hold area RE when starting the variable display of the main display unit 43, and is the execution area AE at the start of one game round. Based on various numerical information stored in, the hit / fail judgment is performed.

More specifically, the jackpot random number counter C1 is configured to add 1 in order within the range of 0 to 599, reach the maximum value (that is, 599), and then return to 0. In particular, when the jackpot random number counter C1 makes one round, the value of the random number initial value counter CINI at that time is read as the initial value of the jackpot random number counter C1. The random number initial value counter CINI is a loop counter similar to the jackpot random number counter C1 (value = 0 to 599). The jackpot random number counter C1 is periodically updated and stored in the reserved ball storage area 232 of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins in the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34. More specifically, it is stored in the holding area Ra for the first result display unit of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins in the upper operating port 33, and the second result display unit of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins in the lower operating port 34. It is stored in the reserved area Rb.

The value of the random number that wins the jackpot is stored as a hit / miss table (hit / miss information group) in the hit / miss table storage area 221 as the hit / miss information group storage means in the ROM 203. Here, the contents of the pass / fail table will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 17, as the pass / fail tables, the pass / fail table for the low probability mode (low probability pass / fail information group) in FIG. 17 (a) and the pass / fail table for the high probability mode (high) in FIG. 17 (b). Probability pass / fail information group) is set. That is, in the pachinko machine 10, a low probability mode (low probability state) and a high probability mode (high probability state) are set as the lottery mode in the winning / failing lottery means.

In the gaming state in which the winning / failing table for the low probability mode is referred to at the time of the lottery, as shown in FIG. 17A, the value of the random number that wins the big hit is two. On the other hand, under the gaming state in which the winning / failing table for the high probability mode is referred to at the time of the lottery, as shown in FIG. 17B, the value of the random numbers that win the big hit is 20. If the winning probability in the high probability mode is higher than that in the low probability mode, the number and value of the random numbers to be won are arbitrary.

Further, in each lottery mode, the lottery result is a result other than the value of the random number that is a big hit, but in this pachinko machine 10, two types of a special loss result and a normal loss result are set as the loss result. Has been done. These differences will be described later.

The jackpot type counter C2 is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of 0 to 29, reach the maximum value (that is, 29), and then return to 0. Here, in the present embodiment, a plurality of jackpot results are set. These plurality of big hit results are (1) the mode of opening / closing control of the variable winning device 32 in the opening / closing execution mode, (2) the lottery mode in the winning / failing lottery means after the opening / closing execution mode ends, and (3) the lower after the opening / closing execution mode ends. By providing differences in the three conditions of the support mode in the electric accessory 34a of the operating port 34, a plurality of jackpot results are set.

Here, as an aspect of opening / closing control of the variable winning device 32 in the opening / closing execution mode, the frequency of winning the variable winning device 32 from the start to the end of the opening / closing execution mode is relatively high or low. A high-frequency winning mode and a low-frequency winning mode are set. Specifically, in the high-frequency winning mode, the large winning opening 32a is opened and closed 15 times (high-frequency use times) from the start to the end of the open / close execution mode, and one opening is 30 sec (high-frequency time). ) Has elapsed, or until the number of winnings in the large winning opening 32a reaches 10 (high frequency number). On the other hand, in the low frequency winning mode, the large winning opening 32a is opened and closed twice (low frequency use) from the start to the end of the open / close execution mode, and one opening is 0.2 sec (low frequency time). Is continued until the elapse of the game or until the number of winnings in the large winning opening 32a reaches 6 (low frequency number).

In this case, in the pachinko machine 10, in the situation where the firing handle 54 is operated by the player, the gaming ball launching mechanism 53 is set so that one gaming ball is launched toward the gaming area every 0.6 sec. Drive controlled. On the other hand, in the low frequency winning mode, the opening time of one large winning opening 32a is 0.2 sec as described above. That is, in the low-frequency winning mode, the opening time of one large winning opening 32a is shorter than the firing cycle of the game ball. Therefore, in the open / close execution mode in which the low frequency winning mode is applied, the winning of the game ball does not substantially occur.

The number of times the large winning opening 32a is opened and closed in the high-frequency winning mode and the low-frequency winning mode, and the opening limit time for one opening and the opening limit number for one opening are in the low-frequency winning mode in the high-frequency winning mode. As long as the frequency of winning a prize in the variable winning device 32 increases from the start to the end of the opening / closing execution mode, the value is not limited to the above value and is arbitrary. Specifically, if the high-frequency winning mode has a larger number of openings and closings than the low-frequency winning mode, the opening limit time for one opening is long, or the opening limit number for one opening is set to be large. good.

However, in order to clarify the difference in benefits between the high-frequency winning mode and the low-frequency winning mode, in the open / close execution mode related to the low-frequency winning mode, the variable winning device 32 does not substantially win a prize. It is good to have a configuration. For example, in the high frequency winning mode, the product of the firing cycle of the game ball and the opening limit number is set shorter than the opening limit time for one opening, while in the low frequency winning mode, one opening is set. The product of the firing cycle of the game ball and the open limit number may be set longer than the open limit time. Further, even if the firing interval of the game ball and the opening time of one large winning opening 32a are not the above, in the low frequency winning mode, the latter is set to be shorter than the former. It is possible to easily realize a configuration in which a prize is not substantially generated in the variable winning device 32.

As a support mode in the electric accessory 34a of the lower operating port 34, the electric accessory 34a of the lower operating port 34 is compared in a situation where the launch of the game ball is continued in the same manner with respect to the game area. Low frequency support mode (low frequency support state or low frequency guide state) and high frequency support mode (high frequency support state or high frequency guide state) so that the frequency of opening state per unit time is relatively high and low. And are set.

Specifically, in the low-frequency support mode and the high-frequency support mode, the probability of winning the electric role open state in the electric accessory open lottery using the electric accessory release counter C4 is the same (for example, both are 1/2). However, in the high-frequency support mode, the number of times that the electric accessory 34a is in the open state when the electric accessory open state is won is set more than in the low-frequency support mode, and one more opening. The time is set long. In this case, when the electric accessory open state is won in the high frequency support mode and the electric accessory 34a is opened multiple times, the electric accessory 34a is closed from the end of one open state to the start of the next open state. The time is set shorter than the one-time opening time. Furthermore, in the high-frequency support mode, the minimum secured time for the next electric accessory opening lottery to be held after one electric accessory opening lottery is set is shorter than in the low-frequency support mode. Has been done.

As described above, in the high frequency support mode, the probability that the lower operating port 34 will be won is higher than in the low frequency support mode. In other words, in the low frequency support mode, the probability of winning the upper operating port 33 is higher than that of the lower operating port 34, but in the high frequency support mode, the lower operating port 34 is more likely than the upper operating port 33. The probability of winning a prize increases. Then, when a prize is won in the lower operating port 34, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out. Therefore, in the high frequency support mode, the player plays a game while not reducing the number of balls held so much. be able to.

The configuration for increasing the frequency of the high-frequency support mode to be in the electric service open state per unit time is not limited to the above, for example, the electric motor open lottery. It may be configured to increase the probability of winning the electric service open state in. Further, the high-frequency support mode and the low-frequency support mode may be set by differentiating any one of the conditions of the number of times, the opening time, and the winning probability, or any combination of the conditions.

The jackpot type counter C2 is periodically updated and stored in the reserved ball storage area 232 of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins in the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34. More specifically, it is stored in the holding area Ra for the first result display unit of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins in the upper operating port 33, and the second result display unit of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins in the lower operating port 34. It is stored in the reserved area Rb.

The distribution destination of the game result for the jackpot type counter C2 is stored as a distribution table (distribution information group) in the distribution table storage area 222 as the distribution information group storage means in the ROM 203. Here, the contents of the distribution table will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 18, as the distribution table, the distribution table (first distribution information group) for the first result display unit of FIG. 18A and the second result display unit of FIG. 18B A distribution table (second distribution information group) for use is set.

In the distribution table for the first result display unit, as shown in FIG. 18A, the distribution destination of the game result is a normal jackpot result (low probability corresponding special game result) and an unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result (non-explicit). Explicit high probability correspondence game result or latent probability change state), explicit 2R probability change jackpot result (explicit high probability correspondence game result or sudden probability change state result), 15R probability change jackpot result (high probability correspondence special game result) are set. Has been done.

The normal jackpot result is a jackpot result in which the open / close execution mode becomes the high-frequency winning mode, and after the open / close execution mode ends, the win / fail lottery mode becomes the low-probability mode and the support mode becomes the high-frequency support mode. However, this high-frequency support mode shifts to the low-frequency support mode when the number of games reaches the end reference number (specifically, 100 times) after the transition. In other words, the normal jackpot result is a jackpot result that shifts the gaming state to the normal jackpot state (low probability corresponding special gaming state).

The unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result is a jackpot result in which the open / close execution mode becomes the low frequency winning mode, and after the open / close execution mode ends, the win / fail lottery mode becomes the high probability mode and the support mode becomes the low frequency support mode. be. In other words, the unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result is a jackpot result that shifts the gaming state to the unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot state (unspecified high probability corresponding gaming state).

The explicit 2R probability variation jackpot result is a jackpot result in which the open / close execution mode becomes the low frequency winning mode, and after the open / close execution mode ends, the win / fail lottery mode becomes the high probability mode and the support mode becomes the high frequency support mode. .. The high-frequency support mode continues until the lottery result in the winning / losing lottery becomes a big hit state and the state shifts to the big hit state. In other words, the explicit 2R probability variation jackpot result is a jackpot result that shifts the gaming state to the explicit 2R probability variation jackpot state (explicit high probability corresponding gaming state).

The 15R probability variation jackpot result is a jackpot result in which the opening / closing execution mode becomes the high-frequency winning mode, and after the opening / closing execution mode ends, the winning / failing lottery mode becomes the high-probability mode and the support mode becomes the high-frequency support mode. The high-frequency support mode continues until the lottery result in the winning / losing lottery becomes a big hit state and the state shifts to the big hit state. In other words, the 15R probability variation jackpot result is a jackpot result that shifts the gaming state to the 15R probability variation jackpot state (high probability corresponding special gaming state).

In relation to each of the above game states, the normal game state means a state in which the winning / failing lottery mode is a low probability mode and the support mode is a low frequency support mode.

In the distribution table for the first result display unit, among the values of the jackpot type counter C2 of "0 to 29", "0 to 9" corresponds to the normal jackpot result, and "10 to 14" is not specified. It corresponds to the 2R probability variation jackpot result, "15 to 19" corresponds to the explicit 2R probability variation jackpot result, and "20 to 29" corresponds to the 15R probability variation jackpot result.

As described above, since the unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result and the explicit 2R probability variation jackpot result are set as the probability variation jackpot results, the modes of the probability variation jackpot results are diversified. That is, when comparing the three types of probability variation jackpot results, the degree of advantage for the player is that the 15R probability variation jackpot result, which is the high frequency winning mode in the open / close execution mode and the high frequency support mode in the support mode, is the highest, and the opening / closing execution is executed. Although it becomes a low frequency winning mode in the mode, it becomes a high frequency support mode in the support mode. The 2R probability variation jackpot result is the next highest, and it becomes a low frequency winning mode in the open / close execution mode and a low frequency support mode in the support mode. The 2R probability variation jackpot result is the lowest. As a result, the monotonousness of the game can be suppressed, and the degree of attention to the game can be increased.

In particular, in the unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result, after the opening / closing execution mode ends, the winning / failing lottery mode shifts to the high probability mode, but the support mode becomes the low frequency support mode as in the normal gaming state. Then, as a game state, even though the support mode of the electric accessory 34a is common to the low frequency support mode, it is possible to create a game state in which the winning / failing lottery mode becomes the high probability mode. It is possible to predict whether the winning / failing lottery mode is a high-probability mode or a low-probability mode, and it is possible to increase the degree of attention to the game.

On the other hand, in the distribution table for the second result display unit, as shown in FIG. 18B, only the normal jackpot result and the 15R probability variation jackpot result are set as the distribution destinations of the game results. Among the values of the jackpot type counter C2 of "0 to 29", "0 to 9" corresponds to the normal jackpot result, and "10 to 29" corresponds to the 15R probability variation jackpot result.

As described above, in the pachinko machine 10, the distribution mode of the game result when the big hit is won is the case where the big hit is won based on the prize to the upper operating port 33 and the winning to the lower operating port 34. It is different from the case where the big hit is won based on.

Here, regardless of whether the distribution table for the first result display unit or the distribution table for the second result display unit is used, the probability that the probability variation jackpot result will be the same when the jackpot is won is the same. There is. That is, in the distribution table for the first result display unit, the number of values of the jackpot type counter C2 assigned to the unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result, the explicit 2R probability variation jackpot result, and the 15R probability variation jackpot result is 20. ing. Further, in the distribution table for the second result display unit, the number of values of the jackpot type counter C2 assigned to the 15R probability variation jackpot result is 20. Therefore, the probability that the winning / failing lottery mode will be in the high probability mode after the end of the open / close execution mode is that the jackpot is won based on the winning of the upper operating port 33 and the jackpot is won based on the winning of the lower operating port 34. It is the same as in the case of (specifically, 2/3).

However, if a jackpot is won based on a prize in the lower operating port 34 and a probability variation jackpot result is generated, a 15R probability variation jackpot result is always obtained, whereas a jackpot is won based on a prize in the upper operating port 33. In the case of a probability variation jackpot result, there is a 1/4 probability of an unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result or an explicit 2R probability variation jackpot result, and a 1/2 probability of a 15R probability variation jackpot result. That is, the probability of occurrence of the 15R probability variation jackpot result, which has the highest degree of advantage for the player among the probability variation jackpot results, is higher when the jackpot is won based on the winning of the lower operating port 34. It will be higher than if you win a big hit based on the prize.

In addition, in the unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result, as described above, the winning / fail lottery mode shifts to the high probability mode after the end of the open / close execution mode, but the support mode shifts to the low frequency support mode, so that the 15R probability variation jackpot result And when compared with the explicit 2R probability variation jackpot result, the chance of receiving the payout of the game ball is reduced because the electric accessory 34a is less likely to be in the open state, and further, it is shaken based on the distribution table for the second result display unit. It is less likely that a minute lottery will be held.

As described above, there is a clear difference in the advantage for the player between the upper operating port 33 and the lower operating port 34. Therefore, the player will play the game while expecting that the lower operating port 34 of the upper operating port 33 and the lower operating port 34 will be awarded, and the frequency of winning the lower operating port 34 accordingly. The player's attention to the high-frequency support mode increases.

Further, in the pachinko machine 10, when the result is a loss in the winning / failing lottery as described above, the result is a normal loss result or a special loss result. In this case, in the normal out-of-order result that occurs with a relatively high probability when the out-of-order result is obtained, the opening / closing execution mode is not shifted, and the winning / failing lottery mode and the support mode are not changed.

On the other hand, in the case of the special deviation result that occurs with a relatively low probability when the deviation result is obtained, the special deviation state is obtained. In the special out-of-order state, the open / close execution mode is entered in the situation where the out-of-order result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery. However, the opening / closing execution mode of the migration destination is a low-frequency winning mode. Therefore, even if the result is a special deviation, it cannot be expected that the game ball will win the big winning opening 32a. Further, after the end of the open / close execution mode, the transition between the win / fail lottery mode and the support mode does not occur.

By setting the special deviation result as described above, the opening of the large winning opening 32a of the variable winning device 32 can be used as an effect. Here, in the normal gaming state where the winning / failing lottery mode is the low probability mode and the support mode is the low frequency support mode instead of the opening / closing execution mode, if a special deviation result is obtained, the opening / closing execution is performed as the low frequency winning mode. It only shifts to the mode, and then returns to the above-mentioned normal gaming state. On the other hand, when the above-mentioned unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result occurs, the mode shifts to the open / close execution mode, which is a low-frequency winning mode, and then the support mode is the low-frequency support mode, but the winning / failing lottery mode is high. It becomes a probability mode. Then, the occurrence of the special deviation result and the occurrence of the unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result under the normal gaming state shift to the open / close execution mode as the same low frequency winning mode, and then the support mode becomes the low frequency support. The difference between the two is that in the former, the winning / failing lottery mode is in the low probability mode, while in the latter, it is in the high probability mode. That is, the occurrence of the special deviation result and the occurrence of the unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result under the normal gaming state have the same behavior of each movable object such as the behavior of the variable winning device 32 and the behavior of the electric accessory 34a of the lower operating port 34. However, only the internal lottery status will be different. As a result, when the open / close execution mode, which is a low-frequency winning mode, occurs under the normal gaming state, it becomes possible to imagine whether or not the winning / failing lottery mode has subsequently shifted to the high-probability mode. It is possible to increase the degree of attention of.

When the winning / failing lottery mode is the low probability mode, as shown in FIG. 17A, the value of the random number resulting in the special deviation is two, which is the same as the value of the random number winning the big hit. On the other hand, when the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode, as shown in FIG. 17B, the value of the random number resulting in the special deviation is special in the number of random number values of the big hit winning and the low probability mode. It is one that is less than the number of random numbers that result in deviation. By reducing the number of random number values that result in special deviations to be smaller than the number of random number values that win big hits in high-probability mode, the jackpot is greater than the probability of special deviation results in high-probability mode. You can increase the probability of winning. In addition, by setting the number of random numbers that result in special deviations less in the high probability mode than in the low probability mode, the probability of a special deviation result in the high probability mode is lower than in the low probability mode. Can also be lowered.

The reach random number counter C3 is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of 0 to 238, and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 238). The reach random number counter C3 is periodically updated, and is stored in the reserved ball storage area 232 of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34. More specifically, it is stored in the holding area Ra for the first result display unit of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins in the upper operating port 33, and the second result display unit of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins in the lower operating port 34. It is stored in the reserved area Rb. Then, it is decided whether or not to generate the reach based on the reach table stored in the reach table storage area of the ROM 203. However, in the game round to shift to the open / close execution mode, the MPU 202 determines the reach generation regardless of the value of the reach random number counter C3. The number of reach random number counters C3 corresponding to the occurrence of the reach display is the same in each game state, but may be set individually according to the game state. For example, when the support mode is the high frequency support mode, the number of reach random number counters C3 corresponding to the occurrence of the reach display may be set to be larger than that in the low frequency support mode.

Here, the reach display (reach state) includes a symbol display device 41 capable of performing variable display (or variable display) of a symbol (picture), and the opening / closing execution mode of the variable winning device 32 is a high-frequency winning mode. In a gaming machine in which the stop display result after the variation display is a special display result, the stop display result is derived and displayed after the variation display (or variable display) of the symbol (picture) on the symbol display device 41 is started. This is a display state for making the player think that the special display result is likely to be a variable display state before the display.

In other words, by stopping and displaying some of the symbols among the plurality of symbols displayed on the display screen of the symbol display device 41, a combination of jackpot symbols corresponding to the occurrence of the high frequency winning mode is established. It is a display state in which a combination of reach symbols that may be displayed is displayed, and in that state, a variable display of symbols is performed in the remaining symbol rows.

More specifically, as a pre-stage for ending the variable display of the symbol, a combination of jackpot symbols corresponding to the occurrence of the high frequency winning mode is established on the preset effective line in the display screen of the symbol display device 41. A reach line is formed by stopping and displaying a combination of reach symbols that may be used, and in a situation where the reach line is formed, a variable display of the symbols is performed by the final stop symbol sequence.

To specifically explain the display contents of FIG. 15, high-speed fluctuation display is first started for all the symbol rows Z1 to Z3. In this case, it is difficult or impossible to recognize which symbol is displayed. After that, the variation display mode of the upper symbol sequence Z1 is switched from the high-speed variation display to the low-speed variation display in which the player can easily or can recognize the displayed symbol. Then, when the variation display of the upper symbol sequence Z1 is completed, the variation display mode of the lower symbol sequence Z3 is switched from the high-speed variation display to the low-speed variation display. After that, the variable display of the lower symbol column Z3 ends. In this case, the reach line is formed by stopping and displaying the main symbol with the same number on any of the effective lines L1 to L5. Then, when the fluctuation display of the middle symbol row Z2 is switched from the high-speed fluctuation display to the low-speed fluctuation display and the open / close execution mode is generated, the main symbol with the same number as the main symbol forming the reach line is attached. Is stopped and displayed on the reach line, and the variation display of the symbol in the symbol row Z2 in the middle row is terminated.

Further, in the reach display, in the state where the combination of the reach symbols is displayed as described above, the variable display of the symbols is performed in the remaining symbol rows, and a predetermined character or the like is displayed as a moving image on the background screen to reach the reach. It includes those that perform an effect and those that perform a reach effect by displaying a predetermined character or the like as a moving image on substantially the entire display screen after reducing or hiding the combination of reach symbols. Further, when the reach display is performed or before the reach display, it is determined whether or not to perform the advance notice display using a predetermined image such as a predetermined character by using the reach random number counter C3 or another counter. You may.

The variation type counter CS is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of 0 to 198, and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 198). The variation type counter CS includes the variation display time in the first result display unit AS and the second result display unit BS of the main display unit 43, the variation display time of the symbol in the symbol display device 41, and the main display area in the symbol display device 41. The variable display time in P is used in determining the MPU 202. The variation type counter CS is updated once every time the normal processing described later is executed once, and is repeatedly updated even within the remaining time in the normal processing. Then, the variable type counter CS is stored in the reserved ball storage area 232 of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34. More specifically, it is stored in the holding area Ra for the first result display unit of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins in the upper operating port 33, and the second result display unit of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins in the lower operating port 34. It is stored in the reserved area Rb.

The electric accessory opening counter C4 is configured to, for example, add 1 in order within the range of 0 to 250, reach the maximum value (that is, 250), and then return to 0. The electric accessory opening counter C4 is periodically updated and stored in the electric accessory holding area 233 of the RAM 204 at the timing when the game ball wins the through gate 35. Then, at a predetermined timing, a lottery is performed as to whether or not to control the electric accessory 34a to the open state according to the value of the stored electric accessory opening counter C4. For example, if C4 = 0 to 190, the electric accessory 34a is controlled to the open state, and if C4 = 191 to 250, the electric accessory 34a is not controlled to the open state.

As described above, in the MPU 202, the fluctuation display time in the first result display unit AS and the second result display unit BS is determined by using the value of the variation type counter CS stored in the execution area AE. In making the determination, the variable display time table storage area 223 of the ROM 203 is used. Further, in the MPU 202, the stop result in the first result display unit AS and the second result display unit BS is determined by using the value of the jackpot random number counter C1 and the value of the jackpot type counter C2 stored in the execution area AE. However, in making the determination, the stop result table storage area 224 of the ROM 203 is used.

<About various processes executed by the main controller 81>
Next, the timer interrupt processing and the normal processing executed in order to advance the game in each game time by the MPU 202 in the main control device 81 will be described. In the MPU 202, in addition to the timer interrupt processing and the normal processing, the main processing activated when the power is turned on and the NMI interrupt processing activated by inputting a power failure signal to the NMI terminal (non-maskable terminal) are executed. However, the description of these processes will be omitted.

<Timer interrupt processing>
First, the timer interrupt processing will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. This process is periodically activated by the MPU 202 (for example, at a cycle of 2 msec).

In step S101, reading processing of various detection sensors is executed. That is, the state of various detection sensors connected to the main control device 81 is read, and the state of the detection sensor (detection information from the detection sensor) is determined and the detection information (winning detection information) is saved. For example, when it is determined that a ball has entered the upper operating port 33, a winning detection flag for the upper operating port is stored in various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204, and a ball has entered the lower operating port 34. If it is determined that the winning detection is performed, the winning detection flag for the lower operating port is stored in the various flag storage areas 235. Further, when it is determined that the game ball has passed through the through gate 35, the winning detection flag for the through gate is stored in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204.

After that, in step S102, the random number initial value counter CINI is updated. Specifically, the random number initial value counter CINI is incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value. Then, the updated value of the random number initial value counter CINI is stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 204.

In the following step S103, the jackpot random number counter C1, the jackpot type counter C2, the reach random number counter C3, and the electric accessory release counter C4 are updated. Specifically, the jackpot random number counter C1, the jackpot type counter C2, the reach random number counter C3, and the electric accessory release counter C4 are each incremented by 1, and when the counter values reach the maximum value, they are cleared to 0, respectively. Then, the updated values of the counters C1 to C4 are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 204.

In the following step S104, a winning process for passing through is executed in association with winning the winning through the through gate 35. In the through winning process, it is determined whether or not the winning detection flag for the through gate is stored in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204, and if the flag is stored, it is stored in the electric service holding area. The value of the electric bonus release counter C4 updated in step S103 is stored in the electric service hold area on condition that the number of stored bonuses is less than 4. Further, the effect control device 82 is subjected to a process for turning on the hold light emitting unit 46 of the variable display unit 36 corresponding to the hold storage number. When the winning detection flag for the through gate is stored in the various flag storage areas 235, the winning detection flag for the through gate is deleted and the winning process for the through gate is completed.

After executing the winning process for the through gate in step S104, the process proceeds to step S105, and in the step S105, the winning process for the operating port accompanying the winning of the operating ports 33 and 34 is executed, and this timer interrupt process is terminated. do.

<Prize processing for operating port>
Here, the winning process for the operating port will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 20 and 21.

In step S201, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won the upper operating port 33 (starting winning) based on the detection state of the detection sensor corresponding to the upper operating port 33. When it is determined that the game ball has won a prize in the upper operating port 33, in step S202, a prize ball command for paying out three game balls is set in the payout control device 97. In the following step S203, an external signal setting process is performed in order to output a signal to the management control device on the game hall side that the game ball has won a prize in the upper operating port 33. In step S204, the value stored in the hold number storage area of the hold area Ra for the first result display unit is read, and the start hold storage number RaN held and stored in the hold area Ra for the first result display unit is set. (Hereinafter, also referred to as the first start hold storage number RaN). After that, in step S205, information acquisition processing for storing the values of the jackpot random number counter C1, the jackpot type counter C2, the reach random number counter C3, and the variation type counter CS is performed, and the main winning process is completed.

When it is determined in step S201 that the game ball has not won the upper operating port 33, in step S206, whether or not the game ball has won the lower operating port 34 (starting winning) corresponds to the lower operating port 34. Judgment is made based on the detection status of the detection sensor. When it is determined that the game ball has won a prize in the lower operating port 34, a prize ball command for paying out four game balls is set in the payout control device 97 in step S207. In the following step S208, an external signal setting process is performed in order to output a signal to the management control device on the game hall side that the game ball has won a prize in the lower operating port 34. In step S209, the value stored in the hold number storage area of the hold area Rb for the second result display unit is read, and the start hold storage number RbN stored in the hold area Rb for the second result display unit is set. (Hereinafter, also referred to as the second start hold storage number RbN). After that, the information acquisition process is performed in step S205, and the main winning process is completed.

On the other hand, when both step S201 and step S206 are NO, that is, when the game ball does not win in any of the upper operating port 33 and the lower operating port 34, the main winning process is terminated as it is.

The prize ball command set in steps S202 and S207 is transmitted to the payout control device 97 in the external output process S401 of the normal process described later.

Here, the information acquisition process in step S205 will be described in detail with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

In the information acquisition process, first, in step S301, whether or not the start hold storage number N (RaN or RbN) set in step S204 or step S209 described above is less than the upper limit value (4 in the present embodiment) is determined. judge. If the start hold storage number N is the upper limit value, this information acquisition process is terminated as it is, and if it is less than the upper limit value, the start hold storage number N of the hold area for the result display unit corresponding in step S302 is set. In addition to incrementing by 1, the value stored in the total reserved number storage area (hereinafter referred to as the common reserved number CRN) in step S303 is incremented by 1.

In the following step S304, the values of the jackpot random number counter C1, the jackpot type counter C2, the reach random number counter C3, and the variable type counter CS updated in step S103 are stored in the free storage area of the corresponding result display unit holding area. It is stored in the first storage area, that is, the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number incremented by 1 in step S302.

That is, when the start hold storage number RaN for the upper operating port is set, each value of the jackpot random number counter C1, the jackpot type counter C2, the reach random number counter C3, and the variation type counter CS updated in step S103. Is stored in the first storage area of the free storage area Ra of the hold area Ra for the upper working port, that is, the holding area Ra corresponding to the start hold storage number RaN for the upper working port incremented by 1 in step S302.

When the start hold storage number RbN for the lower operating port is set, the values of the jackpot random number counter C1, the jackpot type counter C2, and the reach random number counter C3 updated in step S103 are set to the lower operating port. It is stored in the first storage area of the free storage area of the reservation area Rb for use, that is, the reservation area Rb corresponding to the start reservation storage number RbN for the lower working port incremented by 1 in step S302.

In the following steps S305 and S306, the effect control device 82 and the display control device 212, which are the control devices on the sub side (secondary side), recognize that the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34 has won a prize, and will be described later. The confirmation process for hold and the setting process for the hold command, which are the processes for executing the hold notice, are executed. After that, if the winning detection flag is stored, the flag is cleared and the information acquisition process is terminated.

The hold command set in the hold command setting process in step S306 is transmitted to the effect control device 82 in the external output process (step S401) of the normal process described later, but the hold command has an upper operation port. Information on which of the winnings to the working opening 33 and the lower working opening 34 is based on is included, and the effect control device 82 receives the hold command to receive the hold display area Ga. , Performs a process for changing the display in Gb in accordance with the increase in the number of pending items.

Specifically, when the command received by the display control device 212 via the effect control device 82 corresponds to the winning of the upper operation port 33, the hold display area for the upper operation port 33 The process for displaying the holding image on Ga is executed. In the hold display area Ga, the hold images are sequentially displayed from the left side. For example, if the start hold storage number RaN for the upper operating port is 1, the hold image is displayed in the first unit hold display area Ga1 at the left end. If the start hold storage number RaN is 4, the hold image is displayed in all the hold display areas Ga1 to Ga4. Further, when the command received by the display control device 212 via the effect control device 82 corresponds to the winning of the lower operation port 34, the command is held in the hold display area Gb for the lower operation port. Execute the process to display the image. In the hold display area Gb, the hold images are sequentially displayed from the left side. For example, if the start hold storage number RbN for the lower operating port is 1, the hold image is displayed in the first unit hold display area Gb1 at the left end. If the start hold storage number RbN is 4, the hold image is displayed in all the hold display areas Gb1 to Gb4.

<Normal processing>
Next, the flow of normal processing will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. The normal process is a process that is started after the main process that is started when the power is turned on is executed, and in the normal process, the main process of the game is executed. As an outline, the processes of steps S401 to S406 are executed as periodic processes having a cycle of 4 msec, and the counter update processes of steps S408 and S409 are executed in the remaining time.

In the normal processing, first, the external signal output processing is executed in step S401. In the external signal output process of step S401, output data such as a command set in the timer interrupt process or the previous normal process is transmitted to each control device on the sub side. Specifically, the presence or absence of the prize ball command is determined, and if the prize ball command is set, it is transmitted to the payout control device 97. If an effect command such as a variation command, a type command, or a variation end command is set, it is transmitted to the effect control device 82.

Next, in step S402, the variation type counter CS is updated. Specifically, the fluctuation type counter CS is incremented by 1, and when the counter value reaches the maximum value, the counter value is cleared to 0. Then, the update value of the variation type counter CS is stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 204.

In the following step S403, a game time control process for controlling the game in each game time is executed. In this game round control process, jackpot determination, setting of symbol variation display by the symbol display device 41, display control of the main display unit 43, and the like are performed.

After executing the game times control process in step S403, the process proceeds to step S404 to execute the game state transition process. The details will be described later, but by this game state transition process, the game state shifts to the open / close execution mode, the high probability mode, the high frequency support mode, and the like. The details of the game times control process in step S403 and the game state transition process in step S404 will be described later.

In the following step S405, an electric service support process for driving and controlling the electric accessory 34a provided in the lower actuating port 34 is executed. In this electric service support process, whether or not to open the electric motor 34a by using the numerical information acquired from the electric motor release counter C4 stored in the electric service holding area 233 of the RAM 204 is released. A lottery is performed, and when the electric accessory is won in the open state, the electric accessory 34a is opened and closed. In addition, the display control of the accessory display unit 44 is performed so as to teach the lottery result of the electric service opening lottery.

Here, as described above, the low-frequency support mode and the high-frequency support mode are set as the support modes by the electric accessory 34a, and the game state transition process shifts to either support mode. Will be. Through this process, if the high-frequency support flag is set in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204, the high-frequency support mode is set, and if the flag is not set, the low-frequency support mode is set.

In the electric service support process, it is determined whether or not the high frequency support mode is set by determining whether or not the high frequency support flag is set in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204. Then, in the case of the high-frequency support mode, the number of times that the electric accessory 34a is in the open state is set more than in the case of the low-frequency support mode, and once, when the electric role open state is won. Set a long opening time. Further, in the high frequency support mode, when the electric accessory open state is won and the electric accessory 34a is opened multiple times, the next open state is started after one open state is completed. The closing time is set to be shorter than the one-time opening time.

By the way, when the mode shifts to the open / close execution mode, the support mode is forcibly set to the low frequency support mode even if the high frequency support flag is set in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204.

After that, in step S406, the game ball launch control process is executed. In the game ball launch control process, the solenoid of the game ball launch mechanism 53 is excited once in a predetermined period (for example, 0.6 sec) on condition that a launch permission signal is input from the power supply and the launch control device 98. .. As a result, the game ball is launched toward the game area PE.

In the following step S407, it is determined whether or not the execution timing of the next normal process has been reached, that is, whether or not a predetermined time (4 msec in the present embodiment) has elapsed from the start of the previous normal process. Then, the random number initial value counter CINI and the variation type counter CS are repeatedly updated within the remaining time until the execution timing of the next normal process is reached.

That is, in step S408, the random number initial value counter CINI is updated. Specifically, the random number initial value counter CINI is added by 1, and when the counter value reaches the maximum value, it is cleared to 0. Then, the updated value of the random number initial value counter CINI is stored in the corresponding area of the RAM 204. Further, in step S409, the variation type counter CS is updated. Specifically, the fluctuation type counter CS is added by 1, and when the counter values reach the maximum value, the counter values are cleared to 0. Then, the update value of the variation type counter CS is stored in the corresponding area of the RAM 204.

Here, since the execution time of each process of steps S401 to S406 changes according to the state of the game, the remaining time until the execution timing of the next normal process is not constant and fluctuates. Therefore, by repeatedly updating the random number initial value counter CINI using the remaining time, the random number initial value counter CINI (that is, the initial value of the jackpot random number counter C1) can be updated at random, and similarly. The variable type counter CS can also be updated at random.

<Game times control processing>
Next, the game times control process in step S403 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 23 to 25.

In the game times control process, first, in step S501, it is determined whether or not the open / close execution mode is in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the open / close execution mode flag (open / close execution state information) is stored (stored) in the open / close execution mode flag storage area (open / close execution state information storage means) in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204. do. The open / close execution mode flag is stored when the game state is shifted to the open / close execution mode in the game state transition process described later, and is deleted when the open / close execution mode is terminated in the game state transition process.

When the open / close execution mode is in progress, this game is performed without executing any of the processes after step S502, that is, the game round start process of steps S503 to S505 and the game round progress process of steps S506 to S509. Ends the control process. That is, in the open / close execution mode, the game round is not started regardless of whether or not the operating openings 33 and 34 have been won.

If it is not in the open / close execution mode, it is determined in step S502 whether or not the main display unit 43 is in the variable display. Specifically, it is determined whether or not either the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS is in the variable display. In this determination, whether or not the variation display flag (variation display information) is stored (stored) in the variation display flag storage area (variation display information storage means) in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204. It is done by judging. The variation display flag is stored when the variation display is started for either the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS, and is cleared when the variation display ends.

If the main display unit 43 is not in the variable display, the process proceeds to the game round start process of steps S503 to S505. In the game round start process, first, in step S503, it is determined whether or not the common hold number CRN is “0”. When the common hold number CRN is "0", it means that the start hold storage numbers RaN and RbN are "0" for both the upper working port 33 and the lower working port 34. Therefore, the game times control process is terminated as it is. If the common hold number CRN is not "0", the data stored in the hold area Ra for the first result display unit or the hold area Rb for the second result display unit is set for variable display in step S504. After executing the data setting process of the above, and further executing the variation start process for starting the variation display in the main display unit 43 and the variation display in the symbol display device 41 in step S505, the game round control process is terminated.

Here, the data setting process in step S504 and the fluctuation start process in step S505 will be described in detail below.

First, the data setting process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 24.

In the data setting process, first, in step S601, it is determined whether or not the second start hold storage number RbN stored in the hold area Rb for the second result display unit is “0”. When the second start hold storage number RbN is "0", the data setting process for the first result display unit of steps S602 to S607 is executed, and when the second start hold storage number RbN is not "0". Executes the data setting process for the second result display unit of steps S608 to S613.

Here, the case where the data setting process is executed is the case where the common hold number CRN is 1 or more, as described above. In this case, in the data setting process, it is determined whether or not the second start hold storage number RbN is "0", and if it is not "0", that is, the hold information for variable display is displayed for the second result display unit BS. If it is stored, the data stored in the second result display unit hold area Rb should be set for variable display regardless of whether the first start hold storage number RaN is 1 or more. I made it. As a result, when the hold information is stored in both the hold area Ra for the first result display unit and the hold area Rb for the second result display unit, the hold for the second result display unit corresponding to the lower operating port 34 is held. The reserved information stored in the area Rb has priority.

In the data setting process for the first result display unit, first, in step S602, the first start hold storage number RaN of the hold area Ra for the first result display unit is decremented by 1. In the following step S603, the common hold number CRN is decremented by 1. After that, in step S604, the data stored in the first area of the hold area Ra for the first result display unit is moved to the execution area AE.

After that, in step S605, a process of shifting the data stored in the storage area of the hold area Ra for the first result display unit is executed. This data shift process is a process of sequentially shifting the data stored in the first to fourth areas to the lower area side, clearing the data in the first area, and from the second area to the first area and the first. The data in each area is shifted in the order of 3 area → 2nd area, 4th area → 3rd area, and so on.

In the following step S606, the second result display unit flag (second result display unit information) is set in the second result display unit flag storage area (second result display unit information storage means) provided in the other flag storage area 235 of the RAM 204. If it is memorized, it is erased, and if it is not memorized, its state is maintained. The second result display unit flag is information for specifying whether the start of the current variation display is the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS.

In the following step S607, a shift command (shift generation information) is set, which is information for causing the effect control device 82, which is a control device on the sub side, to recognize that the data in the holding area has been shifted. In this case, from the command information storage area 225 of the ROM 203, information that the hold area targeted for the current data shift corresponds to the hold area Ra for the first result display unit, that is, to the upper operating port 33. A shift command including information that it is supported is selected, and the selected shift command is set as a command to be transmitted to the effect control device 82. After that, this data setting process is terminated.

The shift command set in step S607 is transmitted to the effect control device 82 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 22). In the effect control device 82, based on the received shift command, the display in the first hold light emitting unit 45 of the variable display unit 36 and the display in the first hold display area Ga of the symbol display device 41 correspond to the decrease in the number of holds. And execute the process to change.

In the data setting process for the second result display unit, first, in step S608, the second start hold storage number RbN of the hold area Rb for the second result display unit is decremented by 1. In the following step S609, the common hold number CRN is decremented by 1. After that, in step S610, the data stored in the first area of the second result display unit holding area Rb is moved to the execution area AE.

After that, in step S611, a process of shifting the data stored in the storage area of the second result display unit holding area Rb is executed. This data shift process is a process of sequentially shifting the data stored in the first to fourth areas to the lower area side, clearing the data in the first area, and from the second area to the first area and the first. The data in each area is shifted in the order of 3 area → 2nd area, 4th area → 3rd area, and so on.

In the following step S612, the second result display unit flag (second result display unit information) is set in the second result display unit flag storage area (second result display unit information storage means) provided in the other flag storage area 235 of the RAM 204. If it is not stored, the second result display unit flag is stored, and if it is stored, that state is maintained.

In the following step S613, a shift command (shift generation information) is set, which is information for causing the effect control device 82, which is a control device on the sub side, to recognize that the data in the holding area has been shifted. In this case, from the command information storage area 225 of the ROM 203, the information that the hold area targeted for the data shift this time corresponds to the hold area Rb for the second result display unit, that is, corresponds to the lower operating port 34. A shift command including information about what is being done is selected, and the selected shift command is set as a command to be transmitted to the effect control device 82. After that, this data setting process is terminated.

The shift command set in step S613 is transmitted to the effect control device 82 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 22). In the effect control device 82, based on the received shift command, the display in the second hold light emitting unit 46 of the variable display unit 36 and the display in the second hold display area Gb of the symbol display device 41 correspond to the reduction in the number of holds. And execute the process to change.

Next, the fluctuation start process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

In the variation start process, first, in step S701, it is determined whether or not the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode. Specifically, whether or not the high probability mode flag (high probability state information) is stored (stored) in the high probability mode flag storage area (high probability state information storage means) provided in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204. Is determined. The high-probability mode flag is a flag that is stored at the end of the open / close execution mode related to the occurrence of the probability variation jackpot result, and is cleared when the normal jackpot result occurs thereafter.

If it is not in the high probability mode, the pass / fail judgment is performed in step S702 with reference to the pass / fail table for the low probability mode. Specifically, the value of the jackpot random number counter C1 stored in the execution area AE matches the value set as the jackpot winning in the winning / failing table for the low probability mode as shown in FIG. 17A. Determine if it is. On the other hand, in the case of the high probability mode, the pass / fail judgment is performed in step S703 with reference to the pass / fail table for the high probability mode. Specifically, the value of the jackpot random number counter C1 stored in the execution area AE matches the value set as the jackpot winning in the winning / failing table for the high probability mode as shown in FIG. 17 (b). Determine if it is.

After the process of step S702 or step S703, in steps S704 to S712, the process for setting the game result of the current game round is executed, and the first result display unit AS or the first result display unit AS or the first result display unit AS in the current game round is executed. 2 The process for setting the stop result when the variable display executed by any of the result display units BS is terminated is executed. In this case, when setting the stop result, various stop result tables (stop result information group) stored in the stop result table storage area 224 as the stop result information group storage means in the ROM 203 are referred to.

Specifically, first, in step S704, it is determined whether or not the result of the lottery in step S702 or step S703 is a big hit. If the jackpot is won, in steps S705 to S711, a process for setting the game result and a process for setting the stop result in the case of the jackpot winning are executed.

In step S705, it is determined whether or not the second result display unit flag is stored in the RAM 204. If the second result display unit flag is not stored, the distribution determination is performed in step S706 with reference to the distribution table for the first result display unit (see FIG. 18A). Specifically, the value of the jackpot type counter C2 stored in the execution area AE is the numerical range of the normal jackpot result, the numerical range of the unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result, the numerical range of the explicit 2R probability variation jackpot result, and the 15R probability variation jackpot. Determine which of the numerical ranges of the result is included.

On the other hand, when the second result display unit flag is stored, the distribution determination is performed in step S707 with reference to the distribution table for the second result display unit (see FIG. 18B). Specifically, it is determined whether the value of the jackpot type counter C2 stored in the execution area AE is included in the numerical range of the normal jackpot result or the numerical range of the 15R probability variation jackpot result.

After the processing of step S706 or step S707, in step S708, it is determined whether or not the game result distributed in step S706 or step S707 is a probability variation jackpot result. In the case of a probabilistic jackpot result, in step S709, a state in which either the stop result is displayed on the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS in the current game round in which the probabilistic jackpot result is generated. Executes the stop result setting process for the probability change jackpot to set whether to end the fluctuation display with. Further, in step S709, information for specifying in the MPU 202 which probabilistic jackpot result is the hit / fail determination result of this game round is stored in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204. Specifically, in step S709, any one of an explicit 2R probability variation flag (explicit 2R probability variation jackpot flag), an unspecified 2R probability variation flag (unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot flag), and a 15R probability variation flag (15R probability variation jackpot flag) is stored. .. Then, the process proceeds to step S713.

On the other hand, if the game result distributed in step S706 or step S707 is not the probability variation jackpot result, a negative determination is made in step S708, and the process proceeds to step S710. In step S710, the address information of the stop result data corresponding to the value of the jackpot type counter C2 stored in the execution area AE is acquired by referring to the stop result table for the normal jackpot, and the address information is used to stop the RAM 204. Store in the result address storage area. After that, in step S711, information for specifying in the MPU 202 whether the result of the hit / fail determination of the current game round is a normal jackpot result is stored in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204. Specifically, in step S711, a normal flag (normal jackpot flag) is stored. Then, the process proceeds to step S713.

If the result of the lottery in step S702 or step S703 is not a big hit, a negative determination is made in step S704 and the process proceeds to step S712. In step S712, it is for the time of disconnection for setting which stop result is displayed in the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS in the current game time, which is the result of the disengagement, to end the variation display. Executes the stop result setting process of. Further, in step S712, information for specifying in the MPU 202 that the result of the hit / fail determination of the current game round is a result of the deviation is stored in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204. Specifically, in step S712, either the normal deviation flag or the special deviation flag is stored. Then, the process proceeds to step S713.

After executing any of the processes of step S709, step S711, and step S712, in step S713, in order to set the variation display time of the current game times in the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS. The variable display time setting process of is executed.

In the variable display time setting process, the corresponding variable display time table is acquired from ROM 203 according to the game result of the current game round and the presence / absence of the reach display, and the variable display according to the value of the current variable type counter CS is obtained. Set the time. Specifically, in the present embodiment, when the result of the winning / failing lottery is the result of shifting to the open / close execution mode (one of the big hit results and the special losing result), or the result of the winning / failing lottery is the normal wrong result and reach. When the lottery for generation is won, the reach display is executed, and the variable display time table for generation of reach is referred to.

Here, the reach display is provided with a normal reach and a super reach in which the variable display modes are different from each other. Fluctuation display time information corresponding to each of normal reach and super reach is set in the variation display time table for reach generation, and by referring to the table, the variation display time information corresponding to each reach display is acquired. To. Regarding the determination of the reach display type, a table corresponding to the reach display type and the value of the variation type counter CS is provided, and by referring to the table, the value of the variation type counter CS this time can be used. The corresponding reach display is determined.

On the other hand, in the variation display time table for non-reach generation, the variation display time is set to be shorter as the number of start hold storage numbers N is larger.

In the situation where the support mode is the high frequency support mode, the reach is not selected so that the shorter variable display time is selected as compared with the case where the number of pending information is the same as in the situation where the support mode is the low frequency support mode. A variable display time table for generation is set, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the selected variable display time may be the same or may be the opposite of the above relationship. Further, the above configuration may be applied to the variable display time when the reach occurs, and the variable display time that is easy to be selected and the variable display time that is difficult to be selected are different between the jackpot winning time and the losing reach time. It may be configured. Further, the variable display time table for the probabilistic jackpot, the variable display time table for the normal jackpot, the variable display time table for the missed reach, and the variable display time table for the complete miss may be set individually.

As described above, the variation display time of each game is determined by using the presence / absence of reach occurrence, the type of reach display, the number of reserved information, the value of the variation type counter CS, and the like as parameters. However, the variable display time of each game is set with the contents of other pending information, specifically, the information for jackpot determination, the information for type determination, and the information for reach determination included in the other reserved information as parameters. It is decided without doing.

Returning to the description of the variation start process (FIG. 25), after step S713, the variation command and the type command are set in step S714. The fluctuation command includes information on whether or not reach has occurred and information on the fluctuation display time. In addition, the type command includes information on the game result. That is, the type command includes information on the game result, such as information on the 15R probability variation jackpot result, information on the normal jackpot result, information on the explicit 2R probability variation jackpot result, information on the unspecified 2R probability variation jackpot result, and information on the special missed result. included.

The variation command and the type command set in step S714 are transmitted to the effect control device 82 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 22). The effect control device 82 determines the content of the effect in the game round based on the received variable command and the type command, and controls various devices so that the content of the determined effect is executed. The content of this effect includes a variable display mode of the symbol on the symbol display device 41, and the determined variable display mode of the symbol is output from the effect control device 82 to the display control device 212 as a display content command. To. The display control device 212 controls the display of the symbol display device 41 so that the variable display of the symbol corresponding to each game round is performed based on the display content command received from the effect control device 82.

After that, in step S715, among the first result display unit AS and the second result display unit BS, the variation display of the pattern is started in the result display unit corresponding to the current game times. In this case, if the second result display unit flag is not stored in the RAM 204, it is specified that the result display unit corresponding to the current game times is the first result display unit AS, and the second result display unit flag is set. When it is stored, it is specified that the result display unit corresponding to the current game times is the second result display unit BS. After that, this fluctuation start processing is terminated.

Returning to the description of the game round control process (FIG. 23), when the main display unit 43 is in the variable display, the game round progress process of steps S506 to S509 is executed. In the game round progress process, first, in step S506, it is determined whether or not the variation display time of the current game round has elapsed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the value of the fluctuation display time information stored in the fluctuation display time counter area of the RAM 204 is "0". As described above, the value of the variable display time information is set in the variable display time setting process. Further, the value of the set variable display time information is decremented by 1 each time the timer interrupt process (FIG. 19) is activated.

If the variation display time has not elapsed, the variation display process is executed in step S507. In the variable display processing, the result display unit is displayed and controlled (light emission control of each display segment) so that each display segment is turned on and off in a predetermined order in the result display unit related to the current game round. , The game round control process is terminated.

If the variation display time has elapsed, the variation end process is executed in step S508. In the variable end processing, the information stored in the RAM 204 in any of the processes of step S709, step S710, and step S712 is specified, and the pattern corresponding to the information is stopped and displayed on the main display unit 43. Controls the main display unit 43.

In the following step S509, a variable end command is set. After that, the game round control process is terminated. The variation end command set in step S509 is transmitted to the effect control device 82 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 22). The effect control device 82 transmits the received variable end command to the display control device 212 while maintaining the information form. By receiving the variable end command, the display control device 212 makes a definite display (final stop display) of the combination of the final stop symbols in the game round.

<Game state transition process>
Next, the game state transition process in step S404 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

First, in step S801, it is determined whether or not the open / close execution mode is in progress. If it is not in the open / close execution mode, the process proceeds to step S802, and it is determined whether or not it is the timing at which the variation display of the pattern on the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS of one game round is completed. If it is not the timing when the variation display is finished, the game state transition process is finished as it is.

When the variation display is finished, in step S803, it is determined whether or not the game result of the current game times corresponds to the transition to the open / close execution mode. Specifically, it is determined whether or not any of the explicit 2R probability variation flag, the unexplicit 2R probability variation flag, the 15R probability variation flag, the normal jackpot flag, and the special deviation flag is stored in the RAM 204. If none of the above flags is stored, the game state transition process is terminated as it is.

If any of the above flags is stored, the opening / closing execution mode start processing is executed in step S804. In the start processing, an opening waiting time (starting waiting period) for waiting without starting the opening of the large winning opening 32a of the variable winning device 32 for the opening of the opening / closing execution mode is set. Specifically, the waiting time information for opening stored in advance in the ROM 203 is set in the waiting time counter area provided in various counter areas 234 of the RAM 204. In this case, the waiting time information set differs depending on whether or not the open / close execution mode is the high-frequency winning mode, and the waiting time information is different in the low-frequency winning mode than in the high-frequency winning mode. It is set to be short. For example, in the high frequency winning mode, the count value of the waiting time information is set so that the waiting time is 1 sec, and in the low frequency winning mode, the count value of the waiting time information is set so that the waiting time is 0.2 sec. Is set. The value of the waiting time information set here is decremented by 1 each time the timer interrupt process (FIG. 19) is executed.

In the following step S805, a round display start process for notifying the type of the opening / closing execution mode this time is executed. In the round display start processing, first, the address information stored in the stop result address storage area of the RAM 204 is confirmed. Then, the stop result data corresponding to the address information is specified from the stop result data group stored in the ROM 203, and the content of the number of rounds is confirmed from the specified stop result data. After that, the content of the confirmed number of rounds is output to the round display unit RS in the main display unit 43. As a result, the round display unit RS displays the round information related to the output.

In the following step S806, it is determined whether or not the opening / closing execution mode this time is the high frequency winning mode. Specifically, it is determined whether or not either the 15R probability variation flag or the normal jackpot flag is stored in the RAM 204. In the case of not the high frequency winning mode, that is, in the low frequency winning mode, "2" is set in the round counter area RC provided in the various counter areas 234 of the RAM 204 in step S807. The round counter area RC is a counter area for counting the number of times the large winning opening 32a is opened. On the other hand, in the high frequency winning mode, "15" is set in the round counter area RC in step S808.

After executing the process of step S807 or step S808, the opening command is set in step S809. This set opening command is transmitted to the effect control device 82 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 22). This opening command contains information on whether it is a high frequency winning mode or a low frequency winning mode. The effect control device 82 determines the content of the effect corresponding to the open / close execution mode based on the received opening command, and controls various devices so that the content of the determined effect is executed. The content of this effect includes a display mode in the symbol display device 41, and the determined display mode is output from the effect control device 82 to the display control device 212 as a display content command. The display control device 212 controls the display of the symbol display device 41 so that the display (for example, moving image display) corresponding to the current opening / closing execution mode is performed based on the display content command received from the effect control device 82.

In the following step S810, after executing the external signal setting process, the game state transition process is terminated. In the external signal setting process, it is determined whether or not any of the explicit 2R probability change flag, the unspecified 2R probability change flag, the 15R probability change flag, and the normal jackpot flag is stored in the RAM 204, and any of the flags is stored. In this case, the signal output state of the output terminal for the jackpot signal provided in the external output terminal 99 is set to the jackpot signal output state. As a result, when the output terminal for the jackpot signal is connected to the management control device on the game hall side, the jackpot signal is output to the management control device, and the pachinko machine 10 generates a jackpot in the management control device. You can understand what you have done.

Further, in the external signal setting process, it is determined whether or not any of the explicit 2R probability variation flag, the implicit 2R probability variation flag, the 15R probability variation flag, the normal jackpot flag, and the special miss flag is stored in the RAM 204, and any of them is stored. When the flag is stored, the signal output state of the output terminal for the jackpot and the special deviation signal provided in the external output terminal 99 is set to the jackpot and the special deviation signal output state. As a result, when the output terminals for the jackpot and special deviation signals are connected to the management control device on the game hall side, the jackpot and special deviation signals are output to the management control device, and the pachinko machine in the management control device. It can be grasped that the opening / closing execution mode has occurred at 10.

On the other hand, if the open / close execution mode is in progress, an affirmative determination is made in step S801, and the process proceeds to step S811. In step S811, it is determined whether or not the waiting time for opening has elapsed. If the waiting time for the opening has not elapsed, the game state transition process is terminated as it is. If the waiting time for the opening has elapsed, the large winning opening opening / closing process is executed in step S812.

In the large winning opening opening / closing process, the variable winning opening drive unit 32c is driven and controlled according to the values of the round counter area RC and the timer area T, and the large winning opening 32a is switched between the open state and the closed state. In this case, the values of the round counter area RC and timer area T to be set differ between the open / close execution mode, which is the high-frequency winning mode, and the open / close execution mode, which is the low-frequency winning mode, and the number of times and the period during which the open state is set are different. Switching control of the variable winning drive unit 32c is performed so that the high-frequency winning mode is more (longer) than the low-frequency winning mode.

After executing the large winning opening opening / closing process in step S812, it is determined in step S813 whether or not the value of the round counter area RC is "0", and whether the waiting time for the ending has elapsed in step S814. Judge whether or not. If the value of the round counter area RC is not "0" or the waiting time for the ending has not elapsed, the game state transition process is terminated as it is.

On the other hand, when the value of the round counter area RC is "0" and the waiting time for the ending has elapsed, the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode is executed in step S815.

In the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode, when the 15R probability change flag or the explicit 2R probability change flag is stored in the RAM 204, the winning / failing lottery mode is set to the high probability mode and the support mode is set to the high frequency support mode. do. It should be noted that these high-probability modes and high-frequency support modes are maintained at least until the next big hit. When the unspecified 2R probability change flag is stored in the RAM 204, the winning / failing lottery mode is set to the high probability mode and the support mode is set to the low frequency support mode. It should be noted that these high-probability modes and low-frequency support modes are maintained at least until the next big hit. Further, when the normal jackpot flag is stored in the RAM 204, the winning / failing lottery mode is set to the low probability mode, and the support mode is set to the high frequency support mode. However, the high-frequency support mode is terminated when the game times are continued 100 times, and then the mode shifts to the normal game state in which the winning / losing lottery mode is the low-probability mode and the support mode is the low-frequency support mode. If neither flag is stored, that is, if the trigger of the opening / closing execution mode this time is a special deviation result, the game state of the game times that resulted in the special deviation result is the end of the opening / closing execution mode. Will be maintained later.

After the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode in step S815 is completed, the round display end process is executed in step S816. In this process, the display control of the round display unit RS is terminated so that the round display unit RS in the main display unit 43 is turned off. That is, the round display in the round display unit RS starts when the open / close execution mode is started, and ends when the open / close execution mode ends. In this case, when the opening / closing execution mode is the low-frequency winning mode, the number of times the large winning opening 32a is opened / closed is smaller and the opening time and closing time of the large winning opening 32a are set shorter than those in the high-frequency winning mode. .. Therefore, the period during which the content of the number of rounds is displayed on the round display unit RS is shorter than that in the high frequency winning mode. Furthermore, the result display that is stopped and displayed on the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS is started when the game round ends, and continues until the next game round is started. Therefore, when shifting to the open / close execution mode, the above result display starts before the content of the number of rounds is displayed on the round display unit RS, and continues until after the content of the number of rounds is displayed. Will be continued. That is, the result display is maintained for a longer period of time than the display of the content of the number of rounds.

After that, in step S817, after executing the end processing of the open / close execution mode, the main game state transition process is ended. In the end processing of the open / close execution mode, if the explicit 2R probability change flag, the unspecified 2R probability change flag, the 15R probability change flag, the normal jackpot flag, and the special deviation flag are stored, they are deleted and not already stored. If so, maintain that state.

Next, the electrical configuration and control processing for executing various effects will be described.

<About the electrical configuration of the effect control device 82 and the display control device 212>
The electrical configurations of the effect control device 82 and the display control device 212 will be described below with reference to the block diagram of FIG. 27.

The MPU 242 is mounted on the effect control board 241 provided on the effect control device 82. The MPU 242 is a ROM 243 that stores various control programs and fixed value data executed by the MPU 242, and a memory for temporarily storing various data and the like when the control program stored in the ROM 243 is executed. A certain RAM 244, an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, a data input / output circuit, and the like are built-in.

The MPU 242 is provided with an input port and an output port, respectively. A main control device 81 is connected to the input side of the MPU 242. From the main control device 81, a hold display control command (hold display control information) such as a shift command or a hold command described later is received. It also receives game turn control commands (game turn control information) such as variable command, type command, and variable end command. It also receives open / close execution mode commands (open / close execution mode information) such as opening commands and ending commands.

The MPU 242 performs processing for executing various effects based on various commands received from the main control device 81. The received command is stored in the command storage area 248 provided in the RAM 244 of the MPU 242. Then, processing such as analysis of the stored command is performed, and various effects are executed.

On the output side of the MPU 242, the LEDs 410 and 510 provided on the game board 24, the reserved light emitting units 45 to 47 provided on the variable display unit 36, and the display light emitting units 63 and the speaker unit 64 provided on the front door frame 14 Is connected, and the display control device 212 is connected.

The display control device 212 includes a display control board 251 on which an MPU 252 in which a program ROM 253 and a work RAM 254 are combined into chips, a video display processor (VDP) 255, a character ROM 256, and a video RAM 257, respectively, are mounted. There is.

From the effect control device 82, the MPU 252 has a hold display control command (hold display control information) for performing hold display control, a game turn control command (game turn control information) for performing variable display of a symbol, and a game turn control command. Receives open / close execution mode commands (open / close execution mode information) for displaying moving images in open / close execution mode. Then, the received commands are analyzed, or predetermined arithmetic processing is performed based on the received commands to control the VDP 255 (specifically, generate an internal command for the VDP 255).

The program ROM 253 is a memory for storing various control programs executed by the MPU 252 and fixed value data, and also stores and holds JPEG format image data for a background image.

The work RAM 254 is a memory for temporarily storing work data, flags, and the like used when executing various programs by the MPU 252. These work data, flags, and the like are stored in each area of the work RAM 254.

The VDP 255 is a kind of drawing circuit that directly operates an image processing device as a liquid crystal display driver built in the symbol display device 41. Since the VDP 255 is an IC chip, it is also called a "drawing chip", and its substance can be said to be a microcomputer chip with a built-in firmware dedicated to drawing processing. The VDP 255 adjusts the timings of the MPU 252, the video RAM 257, and the like to intervene in reading and writing data, and reads the image data stored in the video RAM 257 from the character ROM 256 at a predetermined timing and displays it on the symbol display device 41.

The character ROM 256 plays a role as an image data library for storing character data such as a symbol displayed on the symbol display device 41. The character ROM 256 holds bitmap format image data of various display symbols, a color palette table to be referred to when determining the expression color of each dot of the bitmap image, and the like.

It is also possible to provide a plurality of character ROMs 256 and share them with each character ROM 256 to store image data and the like. Further, it is also possible to have a configuration in which the JPEG format image data for the background image stored in the program ROM 253 is stored in the character ROM 256.

The video RAM 257 is a memory for storing display data to be displayed on the symbol display device 41, and the display content of the symbol display device 41 is changed by rewriting the content of the video RAM 257.

<Processing related to various productions>
Next, processing related to various effects executed by the MPU 242 of the effect control device 82 will be described. As this process, various effect processes are provided, and the various effect processes are periodically started by the MPU 242 at a predetermined cycle (for example, a 2 msec cycle).

Hereinafter, various production processes will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 28.

First, in step S901, the hold control process is executed. In this process, a process for setting the effect content (contents of the hold display and hold notice) based on the reception of the hold display control command (shift command and hold command) from the main control device 81 is performed. In the following step S902, the variable display control process is executed. In this process, a process for setting the effect content (content of the game time) based on the reception of the game time control command (variation command, type command, variation end command, etc.) from the main control device 81 is performed.

In the following step S903, the light emission control process is executed. In this process, the light emission control of the LEDs 410 and 510 as the light emitting unit for the game board connected to the effect control device 82 is executed. The light emission control process will be described in detail later. In the following step S904, the process for the demo screen is executed. In this process, a process for displaying a demo screen on the display screen G of the symbol display device 41 when the game has not been performed for a predetermined period, or when the game has not been executed even if the game has been performed, etc. To execute.

Then, in step S905, other processing for the production is performed, and then various production processing is terminated. In the other processing, processing for performing various settings, initialization, and the like of various light emitting units 45 to 47, 63 for production, the speaker unit 64, and the like is executed. In the configuration in which the movable accessory is connected to the effect control device 82, the initial position setting process of the movable accessory is performed by this process. In addition, in this other process, a process for performing an effect based on the reception of an effect command (a command for opening / closing execution mode and a command corresponding to the transition of the support mode or the lottery mode) according to the transition of the gaming state. I do.

<Light emission control processing>
The light emission control process in step S903 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

First, in step S1001, the game status grasping process is executed. In this process, whether or not the hold notice is executed and its type set in the immediately preceding hold control process (step S901), the effect content for the game round set in the variable display control process (step S902), the game state, and so on. Execution of processing to grasp various game situations such as. For example, with respect to whether or not the hold notice is executed, its type, the effect content for the game round, and the game state, a process of storing the content in the hold storage area 250 of the RAM 244 is performed in step S901 or step S902. In the game status grasping process, the contents of the reserved storage area 250 are grasped with reference to the holding storage area 250.

In the subsequent step S1002, a process of reading out the light emission number corresponding to the content grasped in step S1001 is executed, and a process of grasping the light emission control pattern corresponding to the read light emission number is executed. The light emission number and the light emission control pattern are stored as a light emission pattern table in various table storage areas 245 of the ROM 243.

In the light emission pattern table, as shown in FIG. 30, a group of LEDs that are ON / OFF controlled in association with various game situations is defined. In FIG. 30, the fourth symbol LED 413 and the upper LED 540 are omitted.

As the current game situation, the demo screen is set in step S903, the light emission number is set to "0", and the light emission control pattern corresponding to this "0" is any LED 411, 412. , 520, 530 are also set to be OFF controlled.

Although the game round is not executed, in the situation where the firing handle 54 is operated, the light emitting number is set to "1", and the light emitting control pattern corresponding to this "1" is each of the irradiation plate 400. Although the LEDs 411 and 412 are all controlled to be OFF, the side LEDs 520 and 530 are both set to be controlled to be ON.

After the game round is started and the reach does not occur, the emission numbers are set to "2" to "9", and the emission control pattern corresponding to these emission numbers is the irradiation plate 400. Each of the LEDs 411 and 412 in the above is set to be OFF-controlled, and the side LEDs 520 and 530 are also set to be OFF-controlled.

In the situation where the game times are being executed and the reach is being performed, the emission numbers are set to "10" to "19", and the emission control pattern corresponding to these emission numbers is set. The second symbol LED 411 of the irradiation plate 400 is ON-controlled, and the third symbol LED 412 is OFF-controlled. Of the side LEDs 510, the left LED 520 on the second symbol P2 side is set to be OFF controlled, and the right LED 530 on the opposite side to the second symbol P2 is set to be ON controlled.

In the situation where the game times are being executed and the symbol corresponding to the jackpot result is confirmed and displayed after the reach, the emission numbers are set to "20" to "29", and these As a light emission control pattern corresponding to the light emission number, the third symbol LED 412 of the irradiation plate 400 is ON-controlled, and the second symbol LED 411 is OFF-controlled. Of the side LEDs 510, the right LED 530 on the third symbol P3 side is set to be OFF controlled, and the left LED 520 on the opposite side to the third symbol P3 is set to be ON controlled.

In the situation of the opening period at the start of the opening / closing execution mode, the emission numbers are set to "30" to "39", and the emission control patterns corresponding to these emission numbers are the LEDs 411 and 412 of the irradiation plate 400. Is set to be ON controlled, and both the side LEDs 520 and 530 are set to be OFF controlled.

In the situation where each round game is performed in the open / close execution mode, the emission numbers are set to "40" to "49", and the emission control pattern corresponding to these emission numbers is on the irradiation plate 400 side. The LEDs 411 and 412 and the side LEDs 520 and 530 are set to be alternately ON / OFF controlled.

A plurality of light emission numbers are set according to the game situation, and the control patterns (ON / OFF period and each switching timing of each LED 411, 412 (413), 520, 530 (540) are set according to each light emission number. ) Is set to be different. With respect to these plurality of light emission numbers, a configuration may be configured in which a number (control pattern) to be selected is determined based on various commands indicating the game status received from the main control device 81, for example, from various counter areas 249. A configuration may be configured in which a lottery counter for a light emission number is acquired and randomly determined based on the counter. Further, by combining these two, for example, a lottery counter and a lottery table may be set so that the numbers selected may differ depending on the game result even in the same game situation.

In addition, in the light emission pattern table, test light emission numbers are assigned so that ON / OFF control of each of the LEDs 411 to 413 and 520 to 540 can be performed individually. For example, by performing a specific operation (preferably an operation that cannot be operated in a normal gaming state) such as an operation button provided on the gaming machine, it is preferable that the emission number for each test can be read out. By providing the operation button at a position where it can be operated by unlocking the locking device such as the back side of the gaming machine, it is possible to prevent the player from unnecessarily reading out the emission number for the test. Can be done.

Returning to the description of the light emission control process (FIG. 29), after the light emission number reading process is performed, the light emission control of the corresponding LED is executed in step S1003, and then the main light emission control process is terminated.

Here, the relationship between each gaming situation and the symbols visible from the front of the gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. 31 in addition to FIG. 30. 31 (a1) to 31 (a6) show the ON / OFF control of the side LEDs 520 and 530, and FIGS. 31 (b1) to 31 (b6) show the display screen G when the game board 24 is viewed from the front. And the state of the design.

In the situation of the demo screen, as shown in FIGS. 31 (a1) and 31 (b1), all the LEDs 411, 421, 520, and 530 are OFF-controlled (light emission number "0"), and the game board 24 is It is dark as a whole, and since the game is not executed, the display screen G is also dark (the brightness is set to be low, it is darker than during the game, and brighter than when the power is turned off). Is set to. In this case, the power consumption of the gaming machine can be suppressed, and the player can easily understand that the gaming machine is vacant.

When the player starts the game and operates the firing handle 54 to launch the game ball, as shown in FIGS. 31 (a2) and 31 (b2), the LEDs 411 and 412 on the irradiation plate 400 are OFF-controlled. The side LEDs 520 and 530 are both ON-controlled (light emission number "1"). Since the game round is before the start, the area other than the display screen G is displayed brightly on the game board 24, and the first symbol P1 (P1a) on the first symbol sheet 351 can be clearly seen from the front. Further, the display screen G is set so that the brightness is low as in the state of the demo screen, and is darker than during the game.

When the game ball enters the operating openings 33 and 34 and the game rotation is started, all the LEDs 411, 421, 520 and 530 are OFF-controlled as shown in FIGS. 31 (a3) and 31 (b3). (Emission numbers "2" to "9"). On the other hand, since the game round is started, the display screen G is displayed brightly. As a result, although the visibility of the first symbol P1 (P1a) is lowered, it is considered that the player's interest shifts to the display screen G.

When reach occurs in the game round, as shown in FIGS. 31 (a4) and 31 (b4), the left LED 520 is controlled to be OFF, while the right LED 530 is controlled to be ON. Then, in the irradiation plate 400, the second symbol LED 411 is ON-controlled and the third symbol LED 412 is OFF-controlled. As a result, the second symbol P2 (P2a) can be visually recognized on the left side of the game board 24, and the first symbol P1 (P1a) can be visually recognized on the right side.

As shown in FIGS. 31 (a5) and 31 (b5), the left LED 520 is ON-controlled while the right LED 530 is OFF-controlled when the jackpot result is confirmed and notified in the game round. Then, in the irradiation plate 400, the second symbol LED 411 is controlled to be OFF, and the third symbol LED 412 is controlled to be ON. As a result, the first symbol P1 (P1a) can be visually recognized on the left side of the game board 24, and the third symbol P3 can be visually recognized on the right side.

At the opening of the open / close execution mode, as shown in FIGS. 31 (a6) and 31 (b6), the side LEDs 520 and 530 are both OFF-controlled, while the LEDs 411 and 412 in the irradiation plate 400 are eventually turned off. Is also ON controlled. As a result, the second symbol P2 (P2a) can be visually recognized on the left side of the game board 24, and the third symbol P3 can be visually recognized on the right side.

According to the present embodiment described in detail above, the following excellent effects are obtained.

A transparent board 300 having a game area PE formed on the front surface was formed of a transparent resin, and a decorative sheet 350 was provided behind the transparent board 300. Then, in the decorative sheet 350, the first symbol sheet 351 and the second symbol sheet 353 are arranged before and after the shielding sheet 352 that transmits light of a predetermined intensity or more and shields light of a predetermined intensity or less, and is behind the decorative sheet 350. An irradiation plate 400 capable of irradiating light having a predetermined intensity or higher was provided. As a result, if light of a predetermined intensity or higher is irradiated from the irradiation plate 400, the light passes through the shielding sheet 352 and the design of the second symbol sheet 353 can be visually recognized from the front through the transparent plate 300. If the light from the 400 is set to less than a predetermined intensity (OFF), the symbol of the first symbol sheet 351 can be visually recognized from the front through the transparent board 300 with the shielding sheet 352 as the background. By doing so, it becomes possible to visually recognize a plurality of types of symbols separately in the same area on the game board 24.

In particular, in a gaming machine, it is necessary to make the production flashy to attract the player's attention, and an attempt has been made to make the display screen large and to attract the player's attention by the production on the display screen. On the other hand, the original enjoyment of the gaming machine is to enjoy watching the flowing mode of the gaming ball, and it is not preferable that the gaming area is compressed by the enlargement of the display screen. From this point of view, if the gaming machine is made of a transparent resin or the like and a large display screen is provided on the back surface, it is possible to increase the size of the display screen and secure the gaming area at the same time. However, if the display screen is made large, there is a concern that the manufacturing cost of the gaming machine will increase. Not only that, the game board is provided with a center frame as a surrounding member surrounding the display screen, and the center frame prevents the game ball from falling to the front of the display screen. When the center frame is formed of an opaque resin or the like, the display area of the display screen can be distinguished from the other areas, but the movement of the game ball flowing down the game area secured widely is rather difficult to see. There can also be problems such as.

Therefore, as in the present embodiment, the display screen G and the decorative sheet 350 are used in combination, the display screen G is used for various effects, and the decorative sheet 350 is used for the display pattern switching effect. It is possible to secure a wide area for both the production area and the game area, and to diversify the production while suppressing the manufacturing cost. Therefore, the degree of attention to the game can be suitably increased.

A second space E2 formed at a predetermined interval is provided between the transparent board 300 and the decorative sheet 350. Then, in the second space E2, a side LED 510 is provided as a light emitting unit that irradiates the decorative sheet 350 with light. As a result, in the decorative sheet 350 which can make the design visible from the front different depending on the intensity of the light from the rear, the design when the light from the rear is not irradiated or when the light intensity is weak. The visibility of the light can be improved. That is, if the intensity of the light from the rear is increased, the visibility of each of the symbols P2 to P4 of the second symbol sheet 353 is improved, and for the visibility of the symbols of the first symbol sheet 351, the light from the rear is turned off. At the same time, visibility is improved by suppressing the wraparound of light from the front to the rear. Further, by irradiating the side LED 510 from the front as described above, it is possible to improve the visibility of the symbol of the first symbol sheet 351.

In particular, when the first symbol sheet 351 is to be irradiated with light from the front, a configuration in which the light is irradiated from the front of the game board 24 is also conceivable. However, the guide rails 51, 52, nails 38, etc. are arranged on the front side of the game board 24 (transparent board 300), and when the shadow of the accessory is projected on the first symbol sheet 351, the symbol is rather. Visibility may be reduced. Therefore, by providing the side LED 510 in the second space E2 behind the guide rails 51 and 52 and the nail 38, the shadows of the guide rails 51 and 52 and the nail 38 can be avoided from being reflected, and the design is suitable. It is possible to improve the visibility of the.

Since the side LED 510 irradiates the first symbol sheet 351 with light from the side portion of the game board 24, the incident on the first symbol sheet 351 is compared with the configuration in which the first symbol sheet 351 is vertically irradiated with light. The angle becomes smaller. Therefore, the reflection angle of the reflected light from the first symbol sheet 351 is also reduced, and it is difficult to directly irradiate the player seated in front of the gaming machine. As a result, the glare caused by the player directly visually recognizing the light of the side LED 510 is reduced, the reflection of the light on the first symbol sheet 351 is suppressed, and the visibility of the first symbol P1 is further improved. ..

Further, the light from the side LED 510 may be reflected on the outer peripheral surface 421 of the center frame 42 and irradiated to the first symbol sheet 351. In this way, by irradiating light having a large incident angle from both the left and right (up and down) directions, even if the first symbol sheet 351 has irregularities, shadows are unlikely to occur due to the irregularities. In particular, since the first symbol P1 of the first symbol sheet 351 is given a color with low saturation mainly of dark blue, the visibility of the first symbol P1 may be extremely deteriorated when a shadow is generated. I can say. Therefore, by doing so, it is possible to avoid a phenomenon in which shadows are less likely to be generated by the light from the side LED 510 and the visibility is lowered even if the pattern is a color with low saturation.

Since the back surface of the flange 422 used for mounting the center frame 42 is also mirror-finished, the light reflected by the back surface of the flange 422 can be further irradiated to the first symbol sheet 351. Therefore, it is possible to more efficiently irradiate the first symbol sheet 351 with the light of the side LED 510.

The light of the side LED 510 is reflected not only on the outer peripheral surface 421 of the center frame 42 but also on the outer peripheral surface 331 of the mounting unit of the operating ports 33 and 34. Then, the reflected light (pre-reflected light W4) reflected by the outer peripheral surface 331 is irradiated to a position slightly distant from the operating ports 33 and 34 on the transparent plate 300. As a result, for the player who is paying attention to entering the operating ports 33, 34, not only whether or not the ball enters the operating ports 33, 34, but also reaches the operating ports 33, 34. It is possible to attract attention including the route to (the position where the pre-reflected light W4 is irradiated). By doing so, it becomes possible to further increase the interest in the movement of the game ball, and it is possible to more effectively enhance the effect of securing the game area PE widely.

As described above, in the second space E2, the decorative sheet 350 (first symbol sheet 351) is irradiated by the side LED 510, while in the first space E1, the decorative sheet is irradiated from the rear by the LED 410 of the irradiation plate 400. It was configured to irradiate 350. As described above, since the light is irradiated in the separate spaces E1 and E2, the irradiation effect can be clearly different even if the irradiation target is the same decorative sheet 350. That is, in the first space E1, the decorative sheet 350 is illuminated from behind to make the visibility of the first symbol sheet 351 and the second symbol sheet 353 different, and in the second space E2, the decorative sheet 350 is sideways. The visibility of the symbol of the first symbol sheet 351 is improved in the light of. This is because if it is attempted to irradiate each of these in the same space, there is a possibility that both functions may interfere with each other due to light diffraction or the like, and it becomes difficult to obtain the respective irradiation effects at different timings.

In the first space E1, the longer the distance in the front-rear direction, the more evenly the decorative sheet 350 can be irradiated with light. Further, in the second space E2, the shorter the distance in the front-rear direction, the smaller the angle of incidence on the decorative sheet 350, and the light can be applied to the entire decorative sheet 350. From the viewpoint of utilizing the limited space of the gaming machine, it is preferable that the distance in the front-rear direction is short in any of the spaces E1 and E2. Therefore, the distance between the spaces E1 and E2 in the front-rear direction is set to be shorter in the first space E1 than in the second space E2. By doing so, it becomes possible to suitably irradiate light in each of the spaces E1 and E2 by utilizing the limited space of the gaming machine.

<Second embodiment>
In the present embodiment, a predetermined effect is executed by using the second space E2 between the transparent board 300 and the decorative sheet 350.

As shown in FIG. 32 (a), in the present embodiment, the movable accessory 600 is provided in the second space E2. The movable accessory 600 is formed in a substantially disk shape by an opaque resin material, and is decorated on the front surface. As shown in FIG. 32 (c), the movable accessory 600 is provided in the upper left portion of the game board 24, and more specifically, is arranged in the upper left portion of the center frame 42.

A movable accessory drive unit 610 is connected to the movable accessory 600. Further, the movable accessory drive unit 610 is connected to the effect control device 82. By driving and controlling the movable accessory drive unit 610 by the MPU 242 of the effect control device 82, the movable accessory 600 has a standby position (first position) arranged on the upper left side of the center frame 42 and the standby position. It is possible to move from the position to the lower right and to the effect position (second position) that overlaps with the display screen G of the symbol display device 41 in the front-rear direction. More specifically, in the situation where the movable accessory drive unit 610 is not driven and controlled, the movable accessory 600 is arranged in the standby position, and in the situation where the movable accessory drive unit 610 is driven and controlled, the movable accessory 600 is It is placed in the production position. The area where the movable accessory 600 and the display screen G overlap in the front-rear direction is larger when the movable accessory 600 is arranged at the effect position than when it is arranged at the standby position.

The thickness of the movable accessory 600 is formed to be thinner than the thickness of the second space E2, and the movable accessory 600 can operate in the second space E2 without being rubbed by the transparent board 300 or the decorative sheet 350. This makes it possible to avoid damage to the transparent board 300 and the decorative sheet 350.

Further, the movable accessory drive unit 610 is housed inside the center frame 42 (a position overlapping the center frame 42 in the front-rear direction), and the movable accessory drive unit 610 cannot be visually recognized from the front of the gaming machine.

In the second symbol sheet 353 of the decorative sheet 350, the fifth symbol P5 is provided at a position where the movable accessory 600 overlaps with the movable accessory 600 in the front-rear direction in a situation where the movable accessory 600 is arranged in the standby position. The fifth symbol P5 is a symbol whose content teaches the game result of the game times, and specifically, the character "this" is displayed. As described in the first embodiment, when light of a predetermined intensity or higher is irradiated from the irradiation plate 400 arranged behind the second symbol sheet 353, the symbol applied to the second symbol sheet 353 is visually recognized from the front. It becomes possible, and the symbol applied to the second symbol sheet 353 cannot be visually recognized unless it is irradiated with the same light. In the state where the symbol applied to the second symbol sheet 353 cannot be visually recognized, the first decorative symbol Pa1 in the first symbol sheet 351 can be visually recognized. As described above, since the movable accessory 600 is made of an opaque resin, in a situation where the movable accessory 600 is arranged in the standby position, light of a predetermined intensity or higher is tentatively irradiated from the irradiation plate 400. Even if it is, the fifth symbol P5 cannot be visually recognized from the front.

The MPU 242 of the effect control device 82 executes the accessory effect process shown in FIG. 32 (b). The character effect processing is a process that is started in a predetermined cycle (for example, a 2 msec cycle).

First, in step S1101, it is determined whether or not it is the accessory operation timing. Incidentally, in the various counter areas 249 of the RAM 244 of the effect control device 82, a progress counter for counting the fluctuation display time of the game times is provided, and numerical information corresponding to the fluctuation display time is provided in the progress counter at the start of the game times. Is entered. Further, in the various table storage areas 245 of the ROM 243, an effect pattern table in which various effect patterns corresponding to the length of the variable display time of each game is stored is provided. Then, in the MPU 242, it is possible to grasp the current production content by referring to the effect pattern table and the current progress counter.

In step S1101, it is determined whether or not the operation timing of the movable accessory 600 is set as part of the process of grasping the current effect content. When it is the operation timing, the process proceeds to step S1102, the drive control of the movable accessory driving unit 610 is started, and the movable accessory 600 is moved from the standby position to the effect position. Further, in step S1102, the LED corresponding to the fifth symbol P5 in the irradiation plate 400 (located behind the fifth symbol P5) is ON-controlled. As a result, the fifth symbol P5 can be visually recognized from the front.

When a negative determination is made in step S1101, or after the process of step S1102 is executed, it is determined in step S1103 whether or not it is the accessory return timing. Also in such processing, the above-mentioned effect pattern table and progress counter are referred to. When it is the return timing of the movable accessory 600, the drive control of the movable accessory drive unit 610 is terminated in step S1104, and the movable accessory 600 is moved to the standby position. Further, in step S1104, the LED corresponding to the fifth symbol P5 in the irradiation plate 400 is controlled to be OFF. As a result, the fifth symbol P5 cannot be visually recognized from the front. If a negative determination is made in step S1103, or after the process of step S1104 is executed, the accessory effect processing is terminated.

Although detailed description by the figure is omitted, when the movable accessory 600 moves to the effect position, it is taught that the movable accessory 600 has moved on the display screen G (at the same time, the game result is notified). Effects and other effects are performed.

Although the configuration for controlling the drive of the movable accessory drive unit 610 and controlling the light emission of the irradiation plate 400 has been described in steps S1102 and S1104, the movable accessory drive unit 610 controls the drive of the irradiation plate 400 while controlling the drive. There are patterns in which light emission control is not performed, and patterns in which light emission control of the irradiation plate 400 is performed but drive control of the movable accessory drive unit 610 is not performed. Which pattern is selected is determined by the variable display control process (step S902) activated at the start of the game round, based on the game result of the current game round and the variable display time.

That is, when the movable accessory 600 is present in the standby position, the symbols of the first symbol sheet 351 and the second symbol sheet 353 cannot be visually recognized from the front regardless of the intensity of the light from the irradiation plate 400. Even when the movable accessory 600 moves from the standby position to the effect position, if the intensity of the light from the irradiation plate 400 is less than the predetermined intensity (OFF control is performed), the symbol of the first symbol sheet 351 is While it can be visually recognized, the symbol of the second symbol sheet 353 (fifth symbol P5) cannot be visually recognized. If the movable accessory 600 is moved from the standby position to the effect position and the intensity of the light from the irradiation plate 400 is equal to or higher than the predetermined intensity (ON controlled), the symbol of the first symbol sheet 351 is visually recognized. On the other hand, the symbol of the second symbol sheet 353 (fifth symbol P5) becomes visible.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, by arranging the movable accessory 600 in the second space E2 between the transparent board 300 and the decorative sheet 350, the design on the decorative sheet 350 can be visually recognized and cannot be visually recognized. It is possible to switch to the state. That is, as described in the first embodiment, in the decorative sheet 350, if the light from the rear is less than the predetermined intensity, the design of the first symbol sheet 351 becomes visible, and the light from the rear is the predetermined intensity or more. If so, it is possible to create a two-stage state in which the symbol of the second symbol sheet 353 becomes visible. In addition to this, by switching between a state in which the decorative sheet 350 is shielded and a state in which the decorative sheet 350 is not shielded by the movable accessory 600, it is possible to change the visibility of the symbols of the first symbol sheet 351 and the second symbol sheet 353. Will be.

By arranging the movable accessory 600 behind the transparent board 300, it is not necessary to press the game area PE in order to secure the operating area of the movable accessory 600. As a result, the movable accessory can be provided without pressing the limited gaming area PE. In particular, since the production of a movable accessory involves an actual operation unlike the display production, the production effect can be enormous. On the other hand, if the operating range is widened, other configurations (particularly the gaming area PE) may be oppressed in a limited area in the gaming machine. Therefore, as described above, by using the second space E2 between the transparent board 300 and the decorative sheet 350 to operate the movable accessory 600, the operating range of the accessory operation can be set within a limited area. It is possible to set it to the maximum.

Further, by arranging the movable accessory 600 behind the transparent board 300, it is possible to set the operating area of the movable accessory 600 to the area where the collision with the game ball does not occur. When the moving unit for directing is arranged at a position where it can collide with the game ball, such as the movable accessory 600, the movement of the movable accessory causes a change in the flow mode of the game ball, and the moving object intentionally flows down. There is a possibility that the player may feel distrust that the aspect has been changed. Therefore, by performing the above embodiment, there is no risk that the game ball will invade the operating range of the movable accessory 600, and the effect of using the movable accessory can be obtained without giving the player a sense of distrust. Is possible.

The side LED 510 may be ON / OFF controlled according to the operation of the movable accessory 600. Since the movable accessory 600 exists in the second space E2, the light from the side LED 510 can reach the movable accessory 600. Therefore, for example, if the side LED 510 is ON-controlled at the timing at which the movable accessory 600 operates or at a timing slightly before the operation, the movable accessory 600 operates by the effect of the movable accessory 600 itself or the display screen G. It can be grasped not only by the effect but also by the light from the side LED 510, and the degree of attention to the operation effect can be more effectively increased. Further, in the case where it is desired to visually recognize the first symbol P1 instead of the fifth symbol P5 by irradiating the decorative sheet 350 with the light from the side LED 510 after the movable accessory 600 has moved from the standby position to the effect position. Improves the visibility of the first symbol P1. That is, if the spotlight-like effect of the side LED 510 is used, the fifth symbol P5 becomes visible and the jackpot result is notified, or the jackpot result is not notified (that is, there is a possibility that it is a missed result). Is it expensive?), It is possible to make people more interested in such points.

It may be configured to irradiate light between the movable accessory 600 and the decorative sheet 350. Specifically, for example, an LED as a light emitting means for illuminating the first symbol sheet 351 is provided on the back surface of the movable accessory 600, and for example, the outer periphery of the center frame 42 which further enhances the directivity of the light of the side LED 510 is provided. A light emitting means (LED) may be provided between the movable accessory 600 on the surface 421 side and the decorative sheet 350. By doing so, in a situation where the movable accessory 600 is arranged in the standby position, light leaks forward from the peripheral edge of the movable accessory 600, as if the irradiation plate 400 with respect to the movable accessory 600. It can be made to appear as if it is illuminated by light. As a result, it can be expected that the fifth symbol P5 will be displayed if the movable accessory 600 moves to the effect position without actually turning on the irradiation plate 400, and attention is paid to the operation effect. You can increase the degree.

The side surface of the movable accessory 600 may be mirror-finished like the outer peripheral surface 421 of the center frame 42. In this way, the light from the side LED 510 can be reflected by the side surface of the movable accessory 600. Here, since the outer peripheral surface 421 of the center frame 42 is fixed and the movable accessory 600 is operable, the position where the reflected light reflected on the side surface of the movable accessory 600 is applied to the decorative sheet 350 is also located. It changes depending on the position of the movable accessory 600. Therefore, not only the effect such as the reflected light from the outer peripheral surface 421 of the center frame 42, but also the effect of changing the irradiation position by the operation of the movable accessory 600 and changing the visible pattern is expected. Can be done.

<Modification example of arrangement of movable accessories>
A movable accessory may be provided in the first space E1. Hereinafter, a modified example in which the movable accessory is provided in the first space E1 will be described.

As a first modification, as shown in FIG. 33, a movable accessory 600 similar to the above embodiment is provided in the first space E1 between the decorative sheet 350 and the irradiation plate 400. Similar to the above embodiment, the movable accessory 600 has a standby position arranged in the first space E1 by driving and controlling the movable accessory drive unit 610, and an effect position overlapping the display screen G in the front-rear direction. It is possible to move to.

As a result, for example, (1) the movable accessory 600 is placed in the standby position, and the LED 410 of the irradiation plate 400 is OFF-controlled (the first symbol P1 can be visually recognized), and (2) the movable accessory 600 is placed in the effect position. While arranging, the LED 410 of the irradiation plate 400 is controlled to be OFF (the first symbol P1 is visible), (3) the movable accessory 600 is arranged at the effect position, and the LED 410 of the irradiation plate 400 is controlled to be ON (the fifth symbol). (4) The movable accessory 600 is placed in the standby position, and the LED 410 of the irradiation plate 400 is ON-controlled (the first symbol P1 is visible). ..

In particular, according to this modification, even if the irradiation plate 400 is turned ON, the fifth symbol P5 cannot be visually recognized if the movable accessory 600 is arranged in the standby position (pattern (4)). Even if the movable accessory 600 moves from the standby position to the effect position, the fifth symbol P5 cannot be visually recognized unless the irradiation plate 400 is ON-controlled (pattern (2)). That is, the movable accessory 600 can be moved behind the decorative sheet 350 in an invisible situation, and the irradiation plate 400 can be turned ON to further increase the surprise when the fifth symbol P5 becomes visible. It becomes.

Further, a light emitting means (LED) for illuminating the decorative sheet 350 may be provided on the front surface of the movable accessory 600. By doing so, the visibility of the fifth symbol P5 can be changed by ON / OFF control of the light emitting means on the front surface of the movable accessory 600 without changing the position of the movable accessory 600. Therefore, it is possible to diversify the production pattern.

Further, as the decorative sheet 350, only the shielding sheet 352 may be provided. The shielding sheet 352 has a characteristic that it becomes transparent when irradiated with light and becomes opaque when not irradiated with light. However, as described above, only the visibility of the fifth symbol P5 in front of the movable accessory 600 is sufficient. Instead, the visibility of the movable accessory 600 itself can be changed by controlling the light.

The positional relationship between the movable accessory 600 and the display screen G may be at least a position where the movable accessory 600 is not interfered with by the display screen G regardless of whether the movable accessory 600 is arranged in the standby position or the effect position. More specifically, if the display screen G is arranged behind the first space E1 and the second space E2, it moves in the same space regardless of the position. The movable accessory 600 can operate without interfering with the display screen G within the range in which the movable object 600 is used.

In the configuration in which the movable accessory is provided as described above, the movable accessory may be displaced based on the operation by the player. In this case, for example, an operation unit that can be operated by the player is provided at the front portion of the front door frame 14. Then, the position is changed based on the operation of the operation unit. The change in the position of the movable accessory may be a displacement condition that not only the operation unit is operated but also an operation according to the instruction content of the gaming machine such as a continuous striking operation or a timing operation is performed. If the player can intervene in the displacement of the movable accessory in this way, it is possible to make the player feel as if the movable accessory has been displaced by his / her own operation, and encourage active participation in the game to attract the attention of the game. It is possible to increase it suitably.

As a second modification in which the movable accessory is provided in the first space E1, as shown in FIG. 34, a reflector 700 that reflects the light from the irradiation plate 400 is provided as the movable accessory. The reflector 700 is rotatable by a rotation shaft 701, and is rotated between a first angle in FIG. 34 (a) and a second angle in FIG. 34 (b) by a drive unit (not shown). do. In the irradiation plate 400, a reflection LED 415 is provided behind the reflector 700, and the light from the reflection LED 415 is reflected by the reflector 700 arranged at either the first angle or the second angle. Will be done.

The first space E1 is provided with a first fixed reflector 710 that receives the reflected light from the reflector 700 arranged at the first angle, and the reflected light from the reflector 700 arranged at the second angle. A second fixed reflector 720 is provided to receive the light. Both fixed reflectors 710 and 720 do not rotate and are fixed to the irradiation plate 400 (or mounting base 450) by a mounting portion (not shown). In the second symbol sheet 353, the sixth symbol P6 is applied to the region in front of the first fixed reflector 710, and the seventh symbol P7 is applied to the region in front of the second fixed reflector 720. .. In the irradiation plate 400, the corresponding LEDs are not provided behind both the fixed reflectors 710 and 720.

In the above configuration, when the reflection LED 415 is ON-controlled in a situation where the reflector 700 is arranged at the first angle, the sixth symbol P6 becomes visible on the second symbol sheet 353. On the other hand, when the reflection LED 415 is ON-controlled in a situation where the reflector 700 is arranged at the second angle, the seventh symbol P7 becomes visible on the second symbol sheet 353. By doing so, the LED can be shared in the irradiation plate 400, and the configuration can be simplified.

The sixth symbol P6 and the seventh symbol P7 may be, for example, a symbol instructing a change in the firing mode. Specifically, the sixth symbol P6 (and the first fixed reflector 710) is arranged on the upper left side of the center frame 42 in the game board 24, and the seventh symbol P7 (and the second fixed reflector 720) is placed on the game board 24. It is arranged on the upper right side of the center frame 42 in the above. The sixth symbol P6 has a character display such as "left-handed", and the seventh symbol P7 has a character display such as "right-handed". In addition, as a game state, it is advantageous for the player to shoot the game ball so as to flow down the left side of the center frame 42 (that is, to hit the left side), and to let the right side of the center frame 42 flow down. Set a state in which it is advantageous for the player to fire the game ball (that is, to hit the right side). Then, the angle of the reflector 700 is changed so as to display the symbol on the advantageous side according to the gaming state. In this way, since the launch position and the launch mode are related using the entire left-right direction of the game board 24, the player is instructed to clearly indicate the launch mode rather than instructing the launch mode on the display screen G. Is possible.

<Third embodiment>
In the present embodiment, the second space E2 is used as a passage for the game ball.

In the present embodiment, the special operating port 333 is provided at the position of the upper operating port 33 and the lower operating port 34 (below the center frame 42) in each of the above embodiments. In the special operating port 333, the guiding passage for guiding the game ball entered from the special operating port 333 to the rear of the game board 24 is different from the guiding passage from the operating ports 33 and 34 in each of the above embodiments.

As the guidance passage in the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 35 (a) and 35 (b), the first rear passage that guides the game ball entered from the special operation port 333 toward the rear of the game board 24 as it is. The 334, the lateral passage 335 that branches laterally (leftward) in the second space E2 in the first rear passage 334, and the second that guides the game ball that has reached the lateral end (left end) of the lateral passage 335 rearward. It is composed of a rear passage 336 and. The first rear passage 334 and the second rear passage 336 have a downward slope toward the rear, and the horizontal passage has a downward slope from the branch position toward the lateral end (toward the left). Due to these inclinations, the game ball is discharged to the rear of the game board 24 from the first rear passage 334 or the second rear passage 336. Both rear passages 334 and 336 are merged and discharged at a discharge passage (not shown) behind the game board 24.

A detection sensor 338 for detecting the entry of a ball into the special operating port 333 is provided in front of the second space E2 in the special operating port 333. The detection sensor 338 is connected to the main control device 81, and a winning / failing lottery (shifting lottery) for whether or not to shift to the open / close execution mode based on the entry of the ball into the special operating port 333 is performed. This is the same as the case where the ball enters the upper operating port 33 or the lower operating port 34 in the above embodiment.

In the second space E2, a movable wall portion 337 is provided at a branch portion with the lateral passage 335 as a part of the wall portion forming the side wall of the first rear passage 334. The movable wall portion 337 is in a non-branched state that is flush with the other wall portion (left wall portion) of the first rear passage 334, and intersects with the other wall portion of the first rear passage 334 and opens to the lateral passage 335. It is possible to displace in the branch state that causes. The movable wall portion 337 is connected to a drive unit (not shown), and the drive unit is driven and controlled by the effect control device 82 to switch between a non-branched state and a branched state. The switching between the non-branched state and the branched state will be described in more detail later, but the switching between the non-branched state and the branched state is performed according to the result of the winning / failing lottery based on the entry of the game ball into the special operating port 333. Is done.

In a situation where the movable wall portion 337 is in a non-branched state, as shown in FIG. 36A, the game ball entered from the special operating port 333 is directly discharged to the rear of the game board 24 by the first rear passage 334. To. On the other hand, in the situation where the movable wall portion 337 is in the branched state, as shown in FIG. 36B, the game ball entering from the special operating port 333 passes through the first rear passage 334 and is in the second space E2. It is led out to the lateral passage 335 at the branch portion, and then discharged to the rear of the game board 24 by the second rear passage 336.

That is, in the present embodiment, the game ball that has entered the special operating port 333 is discharged to the rear of the game board 24 by the first rear passage 334, or is branched to the lateral passage 335 and then is branched to the second rear passage 336. There are cases where the game board 24 is discharged to the rear of the game board 24.

Here, the lateral wall portion of the first rear passage 334 is formed higher than the diameter of the game ball, and the outer surface of the passage including the movable wall portion 337 is mirror-finished. On the other hand, the front wall portion of the lateral passage 335 and the lateral wall portion of the second rear passage 336 are formed at substantially the same height as the radius of the game ball, and are formed of a transparent resin. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 37 (a1), the light from the side LED 510 is not irradiated to the game ball passing through the first rear passage 334, and is reflected on the wall portion of the first rear passage 334. .. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 37 (a2), the gaming ball led out from the first rear passage 334 to the lateral passage 335 is irradiated with light from the side LED 510, and the light is reflected by the gaming ball. Then, it is irradiated to the front of the gaming machine. As a result, the player can grasp that the game ball has been led out to the lateral passage 335.

Further, as shown in FIG. 35 (a), at the position behind the lateral passage 335 of the second symbol sheet 353 in the decorative sheet 350, the eighth symbol P8 (for example, the character display of “CHANCE”, see FIG. 37 (b2)). ) Is given. Further, in the irradiation plate 400, a passing LED 416 is provided at a position behind the eighth symbol P8. Similar to each of the above embodiments, when the passing LED 416 is controlled to be OFF, the eighth symbol P8 cannot be visually recognized from the front, and when the passing LED 416 is controlled to be ON, the eighth symbol P8 can be visually recognized from the front. When the passage LED 416 is discharged to the rear of the game board 24 by the first rear passage 334, the passing LED 416 is not ON-controlled (OFF-controlled), and the eighth symbol P8 cannot be visually recognized. On the other hand, when the passage LED 416 is ON-controlled (not OFF-controlled) by the second rear passage 336 via the lateral passage 335, the passage LED 416 is turned ON (not OFF controlled), and the eighth symbol P8 is visible. Become.

Hereinafter, the processes related to these controls will be described with reference to FIGS. 38 to 41. FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing a confirmation process for holding. The hold confirmation process is a process executed as one process (step S305) of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 19) in the main controller 81.

In the confirmation process for holding, in step S1201, the start holding storage numbers RaN and RbN stored in the holding areas Ra and Rb of the holding ball storage area 232 and the total holding number storage area of the holding ball storage area 232 are stored. The stored common hold number CRN is read, and the information on the hold number is stored in the register of the MPU 202. After that, in steps S1202 to S1206, it is confirmed whether or not the pending information acquired by this winning is included in the information of the big hit winning.

Specifically, first, in step S1202, the information for jackpot determination among the pending information acquired in step S304 based on the current winning of the special operating port 333, that is, the value of the acquired jackpot random number counter C1 is grasped. do.

In the following step S1203, it is determined whether or not the mode is in the low probability mode. Specifically, by determining whether or not the high-probability mode flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 235 of the RAM 204, it is determined whether or not the current winning / losing lottery mode is the low-probability mode. In the case of the low probability mode, the process proceeds to step S1204, and the information for jackpot determination (value of the jackpot random number counter C1) grasped in step S1202 with reference to the hit / fail table for the low probability mode corresponds to the jackpot winning. Identify if they are included in the group. Further, in the case of the high probability mode, the process proceeds to step S1205, and with reference to the hit / fail table for the high probability mode shown in FIG. 8 (a), the information for jackpot determination (big hit random number counter C1) grasped in step S302. (Value of) is included in the information set as a jackpot win.

After step S1204 or step S1205, the process proceeds to step S1206 to determine whether or not the jackpot determination information (value of the jackpot random number counter C1) grasped in step S1202 corresponds to the jackpot winning or special loss result. If the jackpot winning or special loss result is supported, the jackpot information or special loss information is stored in the register of the MPU 202 in step S1207, and the confirmation process for this hold is terminated as it is.

On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S1206, the process proceeds to step S1208. In step S1208, among the reserved information acquired in step S304 based on the current winning of the special operation port 333, the information for determining the out-of-reach, that is, the value of the acquired reach random number counter C3 is grasped.

In the following step S1209, the reach determination information (reach random number counter C3) grasped in step S1208 is referred to by referring to the reach determination table (reach determination information group) stored in the reach determination table storage area of the ROM 203. (Value of) is included in the information set as the reach win.

After executing the process of step S1209, the process proceeds to step S1210, and it is determined whether or not the reach determination information (value of the reach random number counter C3) grasped in step S1208 corresponds to the reach generation. When the reach generation is supported, in step S1211, the reach generation information is stored in the register of the MPU 202, and then the confirmation process is terminated. On the other hand, if it does not correspond to the occurrence of reach, this confirmation process is terminated as it is.

Next, the setting process of the hold command in step S306 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 39. The hold command setting process is a process for causing the effect control device 82 to grasp the result of determining whether the hold information is correct or not and the fluctuation display time (whether or not super reach has occurred).

First, in step S1301, it is determined whether or not the information corresponding to any of the jackpot results is stored as the information stored in step S1207. When the information corresponding to any of the jackpot results is stored, the jackpot hold command is set as a transmission target to the effect control device 82 in step S1302, and the setting process of this hold command is terminated. If the information corresponding to the jackpot result is not stored in step S1301, it is determined in step S1303 whether or not the information corresponding to the occurrence of super reach is stored. If the information corresponding to the occurrence of super reach is stored, the hold command for super reach is set as the transmission target to the effect control device 82 in step S1304, and the setting process of this hold command is completed. do. On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S1303, the normally off hold command is set as a transmission target to the effect control device 82, and the setting process of this hold command is terminated. The hold command set in step S1302, step S1304, or step S1305 is transmitted to the effect control device 82 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 22). The effect control device 82 executes light emission control of the hold light emitting unit 45 based on the received hold command, and controls the display control device 212 to change the hold image in the hold display area Ga of the symbol display device 41. Perform the process to do so.

Next, the hold control process (step S901) executed by the MPU 242 of the effect control device 82 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 40. As described above, the hold control process is a process performed as a part of various effect processes (FIG. 28) periodically executed by the effect control device 82, and the hold display control command is received. Based on this, the display of the hold image is changed, and the process for giving the hold notice is executed.

Here, the hold notice specifies the information corresponding to the result of the pass / fail judgment when the hold information is the target of the pass / fail judgment at the timing before the acquired hold information is the target of the pass / fail judgment. Based on the specified content, the symbol display device 41, the display light emitting unit 63, and the like perform notification corresponding to the result of the hit / miss determination. More specifically, for example, as a hold notice, based on the acquisition of hold information that is a predetermined game result, the stop result of the game times before the game times for the hold information is set to the predetermined symbol. It is an effect that a predetermined character is set to be a combination (so-called chance eye), or a predetermined character appears in a game round before the game round for the hold information. In addition, for example, as a hold notice, a hold image is used so that a type of hold image corresponding to the game result of the corresponding hold information is displayed (for example, even if the hold information is a jackpot result). For example, a golden or red hold image is easily selected, and even if the result is out of reach, one of the reach is displayed. If the hold information is held information, the green hold image is easily selected and the reach is not displayed. If this is the case, the effect of predicting the game result of the game times before the start according to the type of the hold image, such as making it easier to select the white hold image) is also applicable.

Then, in the present embodiment, as a kind of this hold notice, the game ball that has entered the special operation port 333 is distributed.

By the way, in the hold control process, first, it is determined in step S1401 whether or not the hold command is received. The hold command received from the main control device 81 is stored in the command storage area 248 provided in the RAM 244 of the effect control device 82. The command storage area 248 is configured as a ring buffer that can store a plurality of commands individually and can be read from the previously stored command, and even if a plurality of commands are received at the same time, each of them. The processing corresponding to the command can be executed well. In the determination of step S1401, it is determined whether or not the hold command is received in the area to be read this time in the command storage area 248.

When the hold command is received, in step S1402, a process of adding 1 to the sub-side hold storage number SN provided in various counter areas 249 of the RAM 244 is executed. The sub-side hold storage number SN corresponds to the common hold number CRN on the main control device 81 side, and is based on winning a prize in the special operation port 333 (upper operation port 33 and lower operation port 34 in each of the above embodiments). It reflects the total number of holds.

In the following step S1403, the hold information grasping process is executed. In the hold information grasping process, the information included in the received hold command (game result information, presence / absence of super reach display, etc.) is grasped. Further, in step S1403, the grasped information is stored in the holding storage area 260.

Then, in the following step S1404, the hold notice process is executed. In the hold notice process, for example, it is determined whether or not to execute the hold notice based on the received hold command (hold information acquired this time), and when the hold notice is executed, the game is used based on the decision. The process for changing the effect content and executing the hold notice is executed. Such processing will be described in detail later.

In the following step S1405, the hold increase process is executed. In this process, the light emission control of the hold light emitting unit 45 is performed in response to the increase in the hold information, and a command corresponding to the increase in the hold information is output to the display control device 212. This command includes information on the secondary hold storage number SN and information on the content of the hold notice determined in step S1404. Based on the received command, the display control device 212 reads the data corresponding to the hold image corresponding to the content of the command from the hold image data storage area stored in the character ROM 256, and sets the secondary hold storage number SN to the data corresponding to the hold image. The symbol display device 41 is controlled so as to display in the corresponding unit hold display areas Ga1 to Ga4. For example, in a configuration in which a hold notice is given by making the hold image different, the display control device 212 controls the symbol display device 41 to display the hold image corresponding to the hold notice based on the received command. .. As a result, the hold notice using the hold image is executed at the timing before the game times of the hold information corresponding to the hold image. After executing the process of step S1405, the hold control process is terminated.

On the other hand, if the hold command has not been received in step S1401, it is determined in step S1406 whether or not the shift command has been received. If the shift command has not been received, the hold control process is terminated as it is, and if the shift command has been received, the process of subtracting 1 from the secondary hold storage number SN is executed in step S1407. Then, in step S1408, the shift process is executed. In the shift process, a process of shifting the data of each storage area in the hold storage area 260 to a lower hold area is executed. Further, in the shift process, the light emission control of the hold light emitting unit 45 is performed in response to the decrease in the hold information, and a command corresponding to the decrease in the hold information is output to the display control device 212. The display control device 212 controls the symbol display device 41 so as to change the display of the corresponding unit hold display areas Ga1 to Gs4 based on the received command. After executing the process of step S1408, the hold control process is terminated.

Next, the hold notice process in step S1404 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 41.

First, in step S1501, it is determined whether the hold command read this time is a jackpot hold command or a missed super reach hold command. If it is any of the pending commands, the process proceeds to step S1502. In step S1502, branch processing is executed. In the branching process, the movable wall portion 337 is displaced to the branched state by driving and controlling the driving portion of the movable wall portion 337. In the following step S1503, the light emission lottery process is executed. In such a lottery process, a lottery table is acquired from the ROM 243, a lottery counter is acquired from the RAM 244, and a lottery is performed as to whether or not the passing LED 416 is ON-controlled. The winning probability of this lottery is arbitrary, but in this embodiment, 50% of the cases where the result is a big hit is set to win, and 20% when the result is a missed super reach is set to win, and the result of the big hit is higher. It is set so that the winning probability is high.

After the light emission lottery process is executed in step S1503, it is determined in step S1504 whether or not the result is a winning result, and if the result is a winning result, the light emission control process for turning on the passing LED 416 in step S1505. To execute.

If a negative determination is made in step S1501 or step S1504, or after the process of step S1505 is executed, other processes for display are executed in step S1506, and then the hold notice process is terminated. In this process, the type of the hold image to be displayed in the hold display area Ga is determined based on the information of the game result included in the received hold command. For example, if the game result is one of the jackpot results, a hold image with a different color or shape from the normal hold image may be displayed with a predetermined probability, or even if the game result is out of the normal result, super reach If this is the case, a hold image having a different color or shape from the above-mentioned normal hold image may be displayed.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the hold information acquired based on the winning of the special operating port 333 is a predetermined result (big hit result or missed super reach), it is regarded as a kind of hold notice. The game ball that has entered the special operating port 333 is led out to the lateral passage 335. Since the side passage 335 is visible from the front of the gaming machine, if the player understands that the side passage 335 passes through the side passage 335, the player expects that the hold information acquired by the game ball entered this time is a big hit result. It is possible to grasp that the degree is high. As a result, the movement of the game ball can be attracted attention even after being discharged from the game area PE, and the degree of attention can be improved.

Further, when the gaming ball is led out to the lateral passage 335, the light from the side LED 510 is reflected on the gaming ball and is irradiated to the front of the gaming machine. Therefore, the player can easily notice that the game ball has been led out to the side passage 335. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game ball from being overlooked even though the game ball is branched.

Further, when the game ball is led out to the lateral passage 335, if the light emission lottery in step S1503 is won, the passing LED 416 is controlled to be ON and the eighth symbol P8 becomes visible. As a result, the degree of expectation that the pending information acquired this time is the result of a big hit is further increased, and the degree of attention can be further improved.

In the present embodiment, the branch processing in step S1502 and the light emission control processing in step S1505 are in the control state (control to make the movable wall portion 337 into the branch state and ON control of the passing LED 416) until a predetermined period elapses. However, these control states are returned to the original control states (control to make the movable wall portion 337 non-branched state and OFF control of the passing LED 416) based on the reception of the next hold command. It may be configured to return. By doing so, it is possible to prevent even the subsequent game ball from being led out to the lateral passage 335. However, it is possible to prevent the eighth symbol P8 from being overlooked if the ON control of the passing LED 416 is maintained for a predetermined period (for example, 3 sec).

<Modified example of hold notice using distribution>
A modified example of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 42.

In the above embodiment, after branching to the horizontal passage 335, the game board 24 is discharged to the rear of the game board 24 as it is via the second rear passage 336. , The configuration is such that the branched game ball is held.

That is, the shutter 340 that can move back and forth in the middle of the lateral passage 335 (the position of connection with the second rear passage 336 and upstream of the second rear passage 336) and shields the lateral passage 335. Is provided. The shutter 340 is connected to the shutter drive unit 341, and the shutter drive unit 341 is driven and controlled by the effect control device 82, so that the shutter 340 is arranged in the front and shielded to shield the lateral passage 335, and is arranged in the rear. The lateral passage 335 is displaced to an unshielded state without shielding.

For example, as shown in FIG. 42 (a1), when the game ball is led out to the lateral passage 335, the shutter drive unit 341 is driven and controlled to be in a shielded state. In this case, as shown in FIG. 42 (b1), the eighth symbol P8 is made visible as in the above embodiment. Then, as shown in FIG. 42 (a2), since the shutter 340 is in a shielded state, the game ball is held at a position where it abuts on the shutter 340 in the lateral passage 335. Even in this situation, as shown in FIG. 42 (b2), the eighth symbol P8 is maintained in a visible state. Further, since the movable wall portion 337 returns to the non-branched state, the subsequent game ball is discharged to the rear of the game board 24 via the first rear passage 334.

Then, as a predetermined opportunity, for example, at the start of the game round related to the hold information corresponding to the game ball held in the shutter 340, the shutter 340 is returned from the shielded state to the non-shielded state. As a result, the game ball held in contact with the shutter 340 is discharged to the rear of the game board 24 via the second rear passage 336. In this case, as shown in FIG. 42 (b3), the eighth symbol P8 may be maintained in a visible state. Further, on the display screen G, as shown in FIG. 42 (c), it is taught that the game times started this time are the game times corresponding to the hold information of the game ball held in the shutter 340. In addition, for example, a character such as "super hot" is displayed.

As described above, by giving a hold notice using the entered game ball based on the entry into the special operating port 333, it becomes possible to draw attention to the movement of the game ball, and further. By holding the game ball in the side passage 335 until the game times that are subject to the hold notice, it is possible to clearly teach the relationship with the game times that are the target of the hold notice. .. Therefore, it is possible to further increase the interest in the movement of the game ball.

In particular, even if an attempt is made to use a game ball in the game area PE, if the flow mode of the game ball changes due to the effect, the player may feel distrust, so the range in which the flow mode is not changed. It is thought that it is necessary to produce with. On the other hand, after the ball enters the special operating port 333, the game ball can be visually recognized by the transparent board 300, but it has already been discharged from the game area PE. Even if it is used for, the fairness of the game can be guaranteed. Therefore, if the above-mentioned modification is performed, it becomes possible to create a novel effect using the game ball itself, and the degree of attention of the game can be dramatically increased.

<Fourth Embodiment>
In the present embodiment, the installation location of the detection sensor or the like for detecting the entry into various ball entry portions will be described in detail by taking the detection sensor 35b for detecting the winning of the through gate 35 as an example.

As described above, the second space E2 is provided between the transparent board 300 and the decorative sheet 350 arranged behind the transparent board 300. Therefore, using the second space E2, the detection sensor 35b is provided in front of the front surface of the decorative sheet 350.

For example, as shown in FIG. 43A, the detection sensor 35b provided in the through gate 35 has an opening 35c for detecting the passage of the game ball protruding into the game area PE (front of the front surface of the transparent board 300). ) And install the opening facing upward. In this case, even if the rear end of the detection sensor 35b protrudes rearward from the rear surface of the transparent board 300, since the second space E2 is provided as described above, the rear end of the detection sensor 35b is a decorative sheet. Does not interfere with 350.

As shown in FIG. 43B, the opening 35c of the detection sensor 35b may be installed facing forward to detect a game ball moving from the front to the rear. In such a case, since the installation range of the detection sensor 35b in the front-rear direction is the thickness of the detection sensor 35b, it is possible to further save space in the front-rear direction of the installation range.

The opening 35c may be installed in the lateral direction to detect a game ball moving in the lateral direction. Even in such a case, if the detection sensor 35b is arranged at least in front of the decorative sheet 350, the detection sensor 35b can be provided within a range that does not interfere with the decorative sheet 350. For example, the decorative sheet for installation can be provided. It is not necessary to provide an opening in the 350.

In the above configuration, although it depends on the distance between the second space E2, the size of the detection sensor 35b, and the installation orientation, it is preferable to provide at least a gap between the detection sensor 35b and the decorative sheet 350. By doing so, it is possible to suppress heat conduction between the detection sensor 35b and the decorative sheet 350. When heat is transferred to the detection sensor 35b, noise is likely to occur in the detection result, and when heat is transferred to the decorative sheet 350, erroneous display is likely to occur. Therefore, if a gap is provided as described above, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of these noises and erroneous displays.

Further, if a gap is provided as described above, it can be used as an area through which the wiring from the detection sensor 35b is passed. That is, as shown in FIGS. 43A and 43B, the wiring from the detection sensor 35b is connected to the adjacent side substrate 500. By doing so, it is not necessary to provide a dedicated through hole for passing the wiring to the rear of the game board 24, the configuration can be simplified, and the display area of the decorative sheet 350 is formed by the through hole. It is possible to avoid the event of erosion.

As described above, if the second space E2 is used as the installation area of the detection sensor 35b, the degree of freedom of the ball discharge passage is also improved. That is, if the game ball is detected on the front side of the game area PE or the second space E2, the subsequent discharge passage can be used for the production as in the third embodiment. Therefore, it is possible to improve the design of the detection sensor 35b as described above and to use it for the production.

By connecting the wiring from the detection sensor 35b to the adjacent side board 500, it is possible to make the wiring difficult to see from the front. In particular, since the through gate 35 is provided on the end side in the left-right direction of the game board 24, it can be said that the through gate 35 is arranged in a region close to the side substrate 500. Therefore, by performing the above, it is possible to connect to the side board 500 with a short wiring, and it is possible to avoid an event that reduces the design of the gaming machine, such as the wiring being completely exposed.

From the viewpoint of shortening the wiring, it suffices if it can be connected to a location close to the detection sensor to be installed. The wiring from the sensor may be connected to the sensor.

Further, from the viewpoint of making the wiring more difficult to see, a hole for wiring is provided in the decorative sheet 350, the wiring is inserted into the hole, and the wiring is connected to the substrate behind the decorative sheet 350 (for example, the irradiation plate 400). It may be configured to be used. Since the decorative sheet 350 is normally invisible from the front (unless the light from the rear is equal to or higher than a predetermined intensity), the effect of hiding the wiring can be achieved even in the above configuration.

In the above embodiment, the side board 500 is connected to the effect control device 82, but it may be connected to the main control device 81. By doing so, it is possible to output the detection result of the detection sensor 35b to the main control device 81 without going through the effect control device 82. The side substrate 500 may be configured to include both the substrate for the effect control device 82 and the substrate of the main control device 81, or one substrate can be connected to both devices 81 and 82 separately. It may be configured.

In the above embodiment, the installation area of the detection sensor 35b has been described in detail, but the second space E2 may be used as the installation area of another accessory. For example, it may be used as an area for installing the decorative member 39 having the main display unit 43 and the accessory display unit 44. Specifically, in each of the above embodiments, the decorative member 39 having the display units 43 and 44 is installed at the lower right of the game area PE, but as shown in FIGS. 44 (a1) and 44 (a2), the game The decorative member 39 may be installed behind the region PE. FIG. 44 (a1) shows an example in which the center frame 42 is installed behind the transparent plate 300 in the upper right, and FIG. 44 (a2) shows an example in which the center frame 42 is installed behind the transparent plate 300 in the lower left. (See FIG. 44 (b)). As described above, the decorative member 39 in each of the above embodiments is provided at a position where the falling of the game ball is restricted. That is, it can be said that the game area PE is eroded in order to install both the display units 43 and 44. On the other hand, according to this modification, it is possible to provide the display units 43 and 44 while securing a wide game area PE.

Also in the above modification, the wiring from the display units 43 and 44 may be connected to an adjacent substrate such as the side substrate 500.

Further, both display units 43 and 44 may be provided in the first space E1 instead of the second space E2. Then, in the second symbol sheet 353, symbols corresponding to both display units 43 and 44 are provided. By doing so, when the display units 43 and 44 are light-emittingly displayed, the symbol of the second symbol sheet 353 on the decorative sheet 350 becomes visible, and it cannot be visually recognized in a situation where the light-emitting display is not performed. For example, in a situation where the game is not performed or a demo screen is displayed, if the display units 43 and 44 are not displayed or the light emission intensity is reduced, the display units 43 and 44 may be displayed. If the light emission is not displayed, the game result of the previous game cannot be grasped, the game result of the predecessor (for example, the probable change state) can be grasped, and the act of selecting a table based on the result can be suppressed. The fairness of the game can be guaranteed.

As a modification of the sensor installation area, as shown in FIG. 45, the second space E2 or the first space E1 may be used as the installation area of the fraud detection sensor 200 such as the vibration detection sensor and the magnet detection sensor. In this case, for example, the fraud detection sensor 200 is installed in the first space E1, and characters are displayed on the transparent board 300 and the decorative sheet 350 as a reminder that the fraud detection sensor 200 is installed. As shown in FIG. 45A, the fraud detection sensor 200 cannot be visually recognized in the normal state, but for example, by controlling the LED 410 of the rear irradiation plate 400 to be ON at a predetermined timing (during the demonstration display, etc.). If the fraud detection sensor 200 is made visible, it is easier to attract attention than simply calling attention by displaying characters or making the sensor itself visible from the front. This makes it possible to further enhance the deterrent effect of fraudulent activities.

Further, as shown in FIG. 45 (b), the fraud detection sensor 200 is installed in the second space E2, and the fraud detection sensor 200 is irradiated by the side LED 510 at a predetermined timing. It can have the effect of encouraging arousal.

In this case, for example, if the configuration is such that the directivity of the light is enhanced like a laser beam, the irradiated fraud detection sensor 200 can be illuminated more locally, and the alerting effect can be enhanced. If a light diffusing part is provided in the irradiated part (the part of the fraud detection sensor 200 where the light is directly irradiated or the part where the reflected light is irradiated to the transparent plate 300), even if highly directional light is irradiated. Since the irradiation light is diffused, it becomes easier to see. These configurations can have the same effect even when applied to other configurations such as the side LED 510 that irradiate the direct light or the reflected light forward.

Further, the portion to be irradiated may be a target to be aimed at, for example, a variable winning device 32. If applied to a gauge configuration in which the ball entry rate differs between right-handed and left-handed, it can also be used as a configuration that suggests a launch mode.

<Other Embodiments>
In addition, the present invention is not limited to the contents described in each of the above-described embodiments, and may be carried out as follows, for example. Incidentally, each of the following configurations may be applied individually to each of the above embodiments, or may be partially or wholly combined and applied to each of the above embodiments. Further, it is also possible to arbitrarily combine all or a part of the various configurations shown in the above embodiments. In this case, it is preferable that the technical significance (effect to be exerted) of each configuration to be combined is guaranteed. Each of the following configurations may be applied individually to a new configuration consisting of a combination of embodiments, or a part or all of them may be applied in combination.

(1) The design applied to the decorative sheet 350 may be associated with the design displayed on the display screen G. For example, as shown in FIG. 46, in the second symbol sheet 353 of the decorative sheet 350, symbols (P9, P10) of a school of fish are provided on the left and right sides of the center frame 42, respectively. Then, in the irradiation plate 400, LEDs corresponding to the rear of these symbols P9 and P10 are provided. On the display screen G, a fish school effect in which a school of fish substantially equivalent to the symbol P9 or the symbol P10 crosses in the left-right direction is set at a predetermined timing of the game round.

As shown in the flowchart of FIG. 47 (b), a fish school effect processing process is provided as the process of the MPU 242 in the effect control device 82. In the fish school production process, it is determined in step S1601 whether or not it is the effect start timing, and if it is the start timing, the LED emission control corresponding to the right fish school P9 is performed in step S1602, and then this process ends. .. In this case, as shown in FIG. 47 (a), the school of fish P9 is displayed on the right side of the center frame 42. If a negative determination is made in step S1601, it is determined whether or not it is the start timing of the fish school effect on the display screen G, and if it is the start timing, the LED corresponding to the right fish school P9 is turned off in step S1604. At the same time, the display control device 212 is displayed and controlled so as to execute the fish school effect on the display screen G, and then this process is terminated. In this case, as shown in FIG. 47 (a2), the fish school effect is executed on the display screen G. If a negative determination is made in step S1603, it is determined in step S1605 whether or not it is the end timing of the fish school effect on the display screen G. If it is the end timing, the fish school effect of the display screen G is ended in step S1606, and the ON control of the LED corresponding to the left fish school P10 is started, and then this process is ended. If a negative determination is made in step S1605, this process is terminated as it is. In this case, as shown in FIG. 47 (a3), the school of fish P10 is displayed on the left side of the center frame 42.

By doing so, it is possible to obtain a dynamic effect in which the display of the decorative sheet 350 and the display of the display screen G are linked without increasing the size of the display screen G. Here, since the center frame 42 is interposed at the boundary between the decorative sheet 350 and the display screen G, even if the left and right fish schools P9 and P10 and the display fish school on the display screen G are slightly different in appearance. Since it seems to pass through the center frame 42 (it disappears once), it is difficult to give a sense of discomfort due to the difference in appearance.

(2) In the modified example of (1) above, RTC (real-time clock) or the like may be used to perform an effect linked to the entire island of the game hall or an adjacent game machine. That is, it is possible to make a more dynamic effect by continuously developing the effect of the school of fish flowing in the lateral direction between the adjacent gaming machine and the gaming machine. As described above, since the decorative sheet 350 extends to both the left and right ends of the gaming board 24, it can be said that the decorative sheet 350 extends to a position closer to the adjacent gaming machine than the display screen G. Therefore, if such an effect of interlocking with an adjacent gaming machine using the decorative sheet 350 is performed, the effect of interlocking can be much higher than that of the interlocking effect using the display screen, and the effect of the effect can be dramatic. It is possible to increase the target.

(3) In each of the above embodiments, one or both of the first space E1 and the second space E2 may not be provided, and the transparent plate 300, the decorative sheet 350, and the irradiation plate 400 may be brought into contact with each other. However, by providing the second space E2 between the transparent board 300 and the decorative sheet 350, the visibility of the first symbol sheet 351 can be improved, bubbles due to thermal deformation can be less likely to be generated, and the decorative sheet can be prevented from being generated. By providing the first space E1 between the 350 and the irradiation plate 400, it is possible to irradiate the decorative sheet 350 in a state where the LED 410 is diffused to some extent, and it is possible to suppress local brightness or to prevent the LED from becoming bright locally. It is possible to achieve the effect that the number of LEDs can be reduced. In order to obtain these effects and the like, it is more preferable to provide the spaces E1 and E2.

Further, the width before and after both spaces E1 and E2 is not limited to the above. The first space E1 may have a light diffusing function. Further, in the case of the second space E2, the width may be such that the side LED 510 can be provided. Further, if the directivity of the light from the side LED 510 is increased, the width can be made narrower. However, in a configuration in which a ball passage, an accessory, a sensor, or the like is provided, it is preferable that the width is such that they can be installed.

(4) The position where the side LED 510 is provided is not limited to the end portion of the game board 24, and may be installed, for example, on the outer peripheral surface 421 of the center frame 42.

(5) Regarding each symbol applied to the first symbol sheet 351 and the second symbol sheet 353 in the decorative sheet 350, the content and color scheme of the symbols are not limited to those described above.

(6) Each sheet 351 to 353 is not limited to the above as long as the visibility of the design (decoration) of the first design sheet 351 and the design (decoration) of the second design sheet 353 is switched. For example, the visibility of the design of each sheet may be switched by changing the directivity depending on whether the voltage is turned on or off, as in the case of a liquid crystal element.

(7) In the configuration in which the movable accessory is operated in the first space E1 and the second space E2 as in the second embodiment, the operation direction is not limited to the above. Specifically, the configuration may be such that the operation is performed not only in a direction substantially parallel to the surface of the transparent plate 300 but also in a direction intersecting the surface (front-back direction). In this case, it may be configured to operate within the width range before and after the first space E1 and the second space E2, or it may be a movable accessory that can move back and forth between the first space E1 and the second space E2.

(8) In the second embodiment, the movable accessory is normally housed inside the center frame 42, and may be configured to move to the first space E1 or the second space E2 at a predetermined timing. Even in such a case, the effect can be varied depending on the interlocking between the operation and the decorative sheet 350.

(9) In the second embodiment, a display screen may be provided on the front surface of the movable accessory. By doing so, it is possible to make it difficult to understand whether it is a pattern by the decorative sheet 350 or a display screen of a movable accessory, and it is possible to create a novel effect in which both are linked.

(10) The movable accessory is not limited to a single number, and may be a plurality. The more there are, the more diversified the production patterns will be.

(11) In the configuration in which the game ball discharged from the game area PE is used for the production as in the third embodiment, for example, the winning / failing lottery itself is performed when the ball enters the operating port (when the sensor passes). It is performed, and a predetermined result (for example, a jackpot result) may be configured to pass through a predetermined passing portion (for example, V zone) different from the normal time. By doing so, it is possible to make it look like a character that results in a big hit by passing through a predetermined passing portion, and it is possible to improve the interest.

(12) In the third embodiment, if the game ball is detected by the detection sensor at least when it is discharged from the game area PE, the game ball is treated as a game ball discharged from the game area PE. It is possible. Therefore, the distribution may be performed in a visible area behind the game area PE by a movable accessory or the like, and may be distributed in an invisible area.

For example, the game balls corresponding to the jackpot results are stored behind the game board 24, and if the manager of the game hall counts the number of the stored game balls, the game balls are output from the external output terminal 99. It is possible to match the number of times the jackpot signal is output with the actual number of jackpots, and it is possible to more carefully check whether or not fraud has been performed.

(13) In the fourth embodiment, the sensor and the like are provided in the first space E1 and the second space E2, but the substrate may be provided in the first space E1 and the second space E2 together with the sensor.

(14) In the configuration of irradiating the irradiation target with light, if the first space E1 and the second space E2 are not a closed space but a non-closed space, the light path diffused by dust in the space and irradiated. Can be seen from the front. By doing so, it becomes possible to show more clearly how the irradiation target is irradiated with light.

(15) A pachinko machine of another type different from the above embodiment, for example, a pachinko machine in which an electric accessory is opened a predetermined number of times when a game ball enters a specific area of a special device, or a game ball is placed in a specific area of the special device. The present invention can also be applied to a pachinko machine, which is a big hit when a player enters, a pachinko machine equipped with other accessories, an arrange ball machine, a game machine such as a sparrow ball, and the like.

In addition, a non-bullet type gaming machine, for example, a plurality of reels having a plurality of types of symbols attached in the circumferential direction is provided, the reels are started to rotate by inserting medals and operating the start lever, and the stop switch is operated. Or, after the reel has stopped after a predetermined time has elapsed, if a specific symbol or a combination of specific symbols is established on the effective line that can be seen from the display window, a privilege such as paying out a medal is given to the player. The present invention can also be applied to slot machines.

Further, the gaming machine main body supported by the outer frame so as to be openable / closable is provided with a storage unit and a take-in device, and the start lever is operated after a predetermined number of game balls stored in the storage unit are taken in by the take-in device. The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine in which a pachinko machine and a slot machine are fused, which starts the rotation of the reel.

<About the invention group extracted from the above-described embodiment>
Hereinafter, the characteristics of the invention group extracted from each of the above-described embodiments will be described while showing the effects and the like as necessary. In the following, for the sake of easy understanding, the corresponding configurations in each of the above embodiments are appropriately shown in parentheses or the like, but the present invention is not limited to the specific configurations shown in the parentheses or the like.

The invention described in each of the following feature groups states that "for example, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, a gaming board having a gaming area formed on the front surface thereof is provided, and a gaming ball flows down the gaming area. Regarding the background technology that "there is a game that progresses in some games (for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2004-81853)", "Here, it is necessary to raise the degree of attention to the game in the gaming machine, and this point is still improved. It was made with the problem that the invention "There is room for" to be solved.

<Characteristic A group>
Features A1. A game area (game area PE) through which a game ball can flow down is formed on the front surface, and a game board (transparent board 300) having transparency and a game board (transparent board 300).
A decorative means (decorative sheet 350) arranged at a position behind the gaming machine of the gaming board and made visible from the front of the gaming machine through the gaming board.
Positioning means (front peripheral edge portion) for positioning the game board and the decorative means so as to form a space portion (second space E2) having a predetermined space in the front-rear direction between the game board and the decorative means. 310) and
A light emitting means (side LED 510) that is arranged between the game board and the decorative means and can illuminate the decorative means when viewed in the front-rear direction.
A gaming machine characterized by being equipped with.

According to the above configuration, since the decorative means is arranged behind the game board, the decorative means will not be soiled or damaged by the game ball flowing down the game area. On the other hand, as a result of the decorative means being arranged behind the game board, it may be difficult for light from the game hall or the like to reach. Therefore, by providing a space portion and irradiating the decorative means with light, it is possible to brighten the decorative means and improve the design while preventing damage to the decorative means. Therefore, it is possible to increase the interest in the game and contribute to the improvement of the degree of attention.

Feature A2. A nail (nail 38, etc.) capable of changing the flow direction of the game ball flowing down the game area is provided on the front surface of the game board.
The gaming machine according to feature A1, wherein the nail is provided so as not to protrude into the space portion.

According to the above configuration, the light from the light emitting means using the space portion is not obstructed by the accessory or the like. Therefore, it is possible to more preferably irradiate the decorative means with light.

In particular, if the decorative means is configured to irradiate light, it is considered that the decorative means will be easier to see and the design will be enhanced. However, if the decorative means is configured to irradiate light from the front of the game board, the game board The nails on the front may cast shadows, making it difficult to see the decorative means. Therefore, as described in the feature A1, by providing the light emitting means in the space portion, it is possible to illuminate the decorative means without being disturbed by the nails.

In addition, "a nail capable of changing the flow direction of a game ball" can be rephrased as "a course changing means capable of changing the flow direction of a game ball".

Feature A3. The gaming machine according to feature A1 or feature A2, wherein the decorative means is a decorative sheet with a decorative pattern.

As in the above configuration, if the decorative means is a decorative sheet, printing of decorative patterns can be facilitated, the decorative means itself becomes thinner, and the wall thickness of the game board components including the game board can be prevented. can. On the other hand, since it is in the form of a sheet, it tends to be a flat decoration, which may reduce the design. In particular, in a configuration in which the sheet is attached to a plate-shaped game board, even if the decorative pattern is printed so as to look three-dimensional, the decorative pattern may also be printed in relation to the shape of the plate-shaped game board. It becomes easy to see in a plane. In that respect, as described in the feature A1, by providing the decorative sheet so as to separate the space portion from the game board, it is possible to make the decorative pattern easy to see regardless of the shape of the game board.

Feature A4. In the space portion, a reflection portion (outer peripheral surface 421, 331) that receives and reflects the light from the light emitting means is provided.
The gaming machine according to any one of features A1 to A3, wherein the reflected light from the reflecting portion is applied to the decorative means.

According to the above configuration, the decorative means is illuminated not only by the direct light from the light emitting means but also by the reflected light from the reflecting portion. Therefore, the visibility and design of the decorative means can be further improved.

Feature A5. The game board is provided with a display device (design display device 41) having a display screen (display screen G) and a surrounding member (center frame 42) surrounding the display device.
The surrounding member is formed so as to extend to the space portion.
The gaming machine according to feature A4, wherein the reflective portion is formed in a portion of the surrounding member extending to the space portion.

According to the above configuration, the effect of the feature A3 can be achieved by utilizing the existing configuration such as the surrounding member surrounding the display screen.

In addition, although the structure is such that the surrounding member extends to the space portion and is formed, the same effect can be obtained by the configuration in which the surrounding member extends from the space portion (or from the rear of the space portion) to the front. Can be obtained. In short, it suffices if a part of the surrounding member is formed so as to exist in the space portion.

Further, the reflective portion existing in the space portion may be formed by a component for attaching the surrounding member to the game board. By doing so, it is possible to facilitate the mirror surface processing for reflection.

Feature A6. The surrounding member is attached by a mounting portion (flange 422) that is superposed and attached to the game board from the front.
The gaming machine according to feature A5, wherein the reflecting portion is also formed on an overlapping surface of the mounting portion with respect to the gaming board.

According to the above configuration, the light reflected through the mounting portion can also be applied to the decorative means. As a result, the irradiation light can be used without omission, and the effect of light can be more preferably realized.

Feature A7. The light emitting means irradiates the decorative means with light so that the incident angle is obtuse.
The features A1 to A1 to be characterized in that the light from one light emitting means and the light from the other light emitting means or the reflected light from the one light emitting means are illuminated from both ends with the decorative means interposed therebetween. The gaming machine according to any one of A6.

If the incident angle is obtuse as in the above configuration, a longer distance from the light emitting means to the irradiation target of the decorative means can be secured as compared with the configuration in which the incident angle is acute, and the light emitting means is arranged accordingly. The degree of freedom of position is improved. On the other hand, when the incident angle is obtuse, shadows are likely to occur on the decorative means. In that respect, in the above configuration, since the decoration means is irradiated from both directions (for example, both left and right directions), the shadow that can be generated by one light can be drowned out by the other light. Therefore, it is possible to make the decorative means easier to see.

Feature A8. The light emitting means is arranged at a position corresponding to the peripheral edge portion of the game board (front peripheral edge portion 310).
The gaming machine according to any one of features A1 to A7, wherein a shielding portion is formed on the peripheral portion so that the light emitting means is difficult to see or cannot be seen from the front of the gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, it becomes difficult to confirm the light emitting means itself from the front of the gaming machine, and it becomes possible to confirm only the light to the decorative means. Therefore, the design of the gaming machine can be further improved.

<Characteristic B group>
Feature B1. A game area (game area PE) through which a game ball can flow down is formed on the front surface, and a game board (transparent board 300) having transparency and a game board (transparent board 300).
A rail (inner rail portion 51, outer rail portion 52) arranged on the front surface of the game board and capable of guiding the game ball to the game area, and
A plurality of nails (nails 38) protruding from the surface of the gaming board to the front of the gaming machine in the gaming area,
A pattern forming body (decorative sheet 350, particularly the first pattern), which is arranged at a position behind the gaming machine of the gaming board, has a pattern formed therein, and the pattern can be visually recognized from the front of the gaming machine through the gaming board. Sheet 351) and
A gaming machine equipped with.

According to the above configuration, since the object to be provided with rails and nails (game board) and the object to be applied with a pattern (pattern forming body) are separated and arranged in the front and rear, the rails and nails are embedded in the portion with the pattern. By doing so, it is possible to avoid an event in which the pattern is crushed and the appearance is deteriorated. Therefore, it is possible to enhance the design of the game machine component parts and to attract the interest in the game.

Feature B2. The gaming machine according to feature B1, wherein the pattern forming body can be removed from the gaming machine separately from the gaming board.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to facilitate parts replacement in the game hall, and for example, it is possible to replace only the decorative part (picture forming body) of the model, which not only reduces the cost required for changing the model but also replaces it. It is possible to reduce the amount of waste parts generated.

Feature B3. It is arranged at a position behind the gaming machine of the gaming board, and is provided with an irradiation means (irradiation plate 400, side LED 510) for irradiating the pattern forming body with light.
The gaming machine according to feature B1 or feature B2, wherein the irradiation means can be removed separately from the gaming board and the pattern forming body.

According to the above configuration, since the pattern forming body is irradiated with light, the visibility of the pattern is improved. In such a configuration, if the irradiation means can be removed separately, even if a failure occurs in the illumination of the irradiation means, it is only necessary to replace it, and it becomes necessary to replace the game board and the pattern forming body. No. Therefore, it is possible to facilitate maintenance while improving the visibility of the pattern.

Feature B4. A second pattern forming body (a second pattern forming body) that is arranged at a position behind the gaming machine of the pattern forming body, has a pattern formed therein, and is capable of visually recognizing the pattern from the front of the gaming machine through the game board and the pattern forming body. The gaming machine according to any one of features B1 to B3, which comprises a decorative sheet 350).

According to the above configuration, each of the pattern forming body and the second pattern forming body can be visually recognized from the front of the gaming machine. That is, the pattern forming body and the second pattern forming body are laminated, and each pattern of the laminated forming body can be visually recognized via the game board. In this way, the degree of freedom in the composition of the patterns can be improved by combining the patterns of the respective formed bodies.

The pattern forming body may be expressed as the first pattern forming body in relation to the second pattern forming body.

Feature B5. A positioning means (front peripheral edge portion 310) for positioning the game board and the pattern forming body is provided so as to form a space portion having a predetermined space in the front-rear direction between the game board and the pattern forming body. The gaming machine according to any one of features B1 to B4.

According to the above configuration, since a space portion is formed between the game board and the pattern forming body, the rails and nails on the game board and the pattern on the pattern forming body are temporarily arranged at positions where they overlap in the front-rear direction. Even if this happens, if the player tilts his or her line of sight (when viewed from an angle), it does not appear to overlap in the front-back direction. This makes it possible to avoid the phenomenon that (a part of) the pattern in the pattern forming body becomes invisible in any way.

<Characteristic C group>
Features C1. A game area (game area PE) through which a game ball can flow down is formed on the front surface, and a game board (transparent board 300) having transparency and a game board (transparent board 300).
A rail (inner rail portion 51, outer rail portion 52) arranged on the front surface of the game board and capable of guiding the game ball to the game area, and
A decorative means (decorative sheet 350) arranged at a position behind the gaming machine of the gaming board and made visible from the front of the gaming machine through the gaming board.
A light emitting means (side LED 510) that is arranged behind the game board when viewed in the front-rear direction and can illuminate the decorative means, and
Equipped with
The light emitting means is a gaming machine characterized in that it is arranged outside the rail in a front view.

According to the above configuration, since the decorative means is arranged behind the game board, the decorative means will not be soiled or damaged by the game ball flowing down the game area. On the other hand, as a result of the decorative means being arranged behind the game board, it may be difficult for light from the game hall or the like to reach. Therefore, since the light is irradiated by the light emitting means arranged behind the game board, the decorative means is not dim and the decorative means can be easily seen.

Not only that, since the light emitting means is arranged on the outside of the rail, it does not interfere with the decorative means, and as a result, the game area behind the game area can be fully utilized for the purpose of decoration. Further, since the light emitting means is arranged on the outside of the rail, it is possible to hide the light emitting means itself from the front of the gaming machine. As a result of the light emitting means being located behind the game board, even if the light emitting means is arranged on the outside of the rail, the trouble of forming a light-transmitting hole in the rail is eliminated.

As a result, the visibility of the decorative means can be suitably improved, and it becomes possible to attract attention to the game.

Feature C2. The light emitting means illuminates the light so that the incident angle is obtuse with respect to the decorative means, and illuminates the decorative means arranged at a substantially central portion in the front view of the gaming board. The gaming machine according to feature C1, which is characterized in that it has a possible configuration.

As in the above configuration, if it is possible to irradiate light from the outside of the rail provided on the end side of the game area toward the center, it can be said that the entire game area can be irradiated with light. .. Therefore, it is possible to improve the degree of freedom in arranging the decorative means and the irradiation target, and to more preferably achieve the effect of the feature C1.

Feature C3. The gaming machine according to feature C1 or feature C2, characterized in that, in the gaming board, a shielding portion that makes it impossible or difficult to visually recognize the rear is formed on the outer portion of the rail when viewed from the front.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to make it difficult to visually recognize the light emitting means arranged on the outside of the rail. In particular, even if the visibility of the decorative means is reduced because it is impossible or difficult to see the rear part from the outside of the rail, the designability is unlikely to be reduced as compared with the game area inside the rail. Therefore, by adopting the above configuration, it is possible to improve the design of the gaming machine and increase the interest in the gaming machine.

Feature C4. It has a peripheral edge portion (front peripheral edge portion 310) formed with the peripheral edge of the game board facing rearward.
The gaming machine according to any one of features C1 to C3, wherein the light emitting means is provided on the peripheral portion.

According to the above configuration, if the game board is thickly formed with the peripheral edge facing rearward, it can be provided at the position without newly preparing a mounting portion for the light emitting means. Therefore, the configuration can be simplified. In particular, it is necessary to secure a certain length in the thickness direction of the peripheral edge of the game board in order to secure the strength of the game board. Therefore, the configuration for ensuring the strength can be used for the mounting position of the light emitting means, and the number of members can be reduced by consolidating the functions.

Feature C5. The gaming machine according to feature C4, wherein the peripheral portion is formed so as to be able to determine an arrangement position of a gaming machine component arranged behind the gaming board.

According to the above configuration, the positioning function of the gaming machine component arranged at the rear and the arrangement position of the light emitting means described in the above feature C5 can be shared at the peripheral portion.

The game machine component may be a decorative means or another plate material (irradiation plate 400).

Feature C6. The gaming machine according to any one of features C1 to C5, wherein a transmission space (second space E2) capable of transmitting light is formed from the light emitting means to the irradiation target in the decoration means.

According to the above configuration, since the light from the light emitting means is transmitted and irradiated to the irradiation target, the light path is not obstructed and the light can be delivered more directly to the irradiation target. Therefore, it is possible to improve the visibility of the irradiation target.

The above configuration can also be rephrased as "the light from the light emitting means reaches the irradiation target in the decorative means without being blocked".

Feature C7. Positioning means (front peripheral edge portion) for positioning the game board and the decorative means so as to form a space portion (second space E2) having a predetermined space in the front-rear direction between the game board and the decorative means. 310)
The gaming machine according to feature C6, wherein the transmission space is formed by the space portion.

According to the above configuration, by providing a space portion with a predetermined space between the game board and the decorative means, it is possible to secure a path of light from the light emitting means and improve the visibility of the decorative means. .. Here, by separating the space portion, the light of the game hall or the like is less likely to reach the decorative means as compared with the configuration in which the decorative means directly touches the game board. On the other hand, since the light emitting means is provided, it is possible to make the decorative means easier to see by providing a space portion, and unlike the indirect light such as the light of the above-mentioned game hall, the game is played. By irradiating the light for the production, it is possible to realize the light production according to the game situation and the like. Therefore, the degree of attention to the game can be suitably increased.

<Characteristic D group>
Feature D1. A game area (game area PE) through which a game ball can flow down is formed on the front surface, and a game board (transparent board 300) having transparency and a game board (transparent board 300).
A decorative means (decorative sheet 350) arranged at a position overlapping the gaming board in the front-rear direction and visible from the front of the gaming machine through the gaming board.
A light emitting means (irradiation plate 400) that is arranged at a position behind the gaming machine of the decorative means and can illuminate the decorative means from the rear.
Equipped with
When the intensity of the light reaching the decorative means from the light emitting means is in the first state, the decorative means makes the first decoration (second symbol P2, etc.) visible from the front of the gaming machine, and the light. When the strength of the slingshot is weaker than that of the first state or in the second state where the light does not reach, the second decoration (first symbol P1) different from the first decoration can be visually recognized from the front of the gaming machine. A gaming machine characterized by having a function of changing so as to.

According to the above configuration, the decoration projected by the state of the light reaching the decorative means becomes the first decoration or the second decoration, so that the same can be achieved by switching the light emitting means (or relative movement of the decorative means). Although it is a decorative means, it is possible to impart a plurality of decorative effects. Therefore, it is possible to raise the interest in the game and use it to improve the degree of attention.

Feature D2. Described in feature D1, the decorative means is characterized in that when the intensity of light from the light emitting means is in the second state, it is less likely to transmit light than in the case of the first state. Gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to make a difference between showing the first decoration and showing the second decoration by using the transmittance of the light from the light emitting means. As a result, different decorations can be shown only by switching the light emitting means, and the decoration effect can be enhanced by a simple configuration.

Feature D3. The decorative means includes a first decorative sheet (first symbol sheet 351) with the first decoration and a second decorative sheet (second symbol sheet 353) with the second decoration. The gaming machine according to feature D1 or feature D2, wherein the second decorative sheet is laminated in front of the first decorative sheet.

According to the above configuration, the first decoration and the second decoration are applied to separate decorative sheets, and the manufacturing method of the decorative means can be simplified. Further, for example, when the present configuration is applied to the feature D2, it is possible to determine which decoration is visible by using the light transmittance for the laminated decorative sheets. That is, since the second decorative sheet with the second decoration is laminated in front of the first decorative sheet with the first decoration, the second decoration is arranged in the front and the first decoration is arranged in the rear. By doing so, it is possible to change the visibility of each decoration depending on whether the light is transmitted to the first decorative sheet or the second decorative sheet by using the light transmittance. It becomes.

Feature D4. When the light intensity from the light emitting means is the first state, the light is transmitted and the second state is provided between the first decorative sheet and the second decorative sheet. The gaming machine according to feature D3, which is provided with a shielding sheet (shielding sheet 352) that does not transmit light.

As in the above configuration, with a simple configuration in which the shielding sheet is sandwiched between both decorative sheets, it is possible to make a difference between showing the decoration of the first decorative sheet and showing the decoration of the second decorative sheet.

Feature D5. The gaming machine according to any one of features D1 to D4, wherein the first decoration and the second decoration are arranged at positions overlapping in the front-rear direction in the decoration means.

According to the above configuration, different decorations can be shown even in the same part depending on the state of light. Therefore, it is possible to impart a plurality of decorative effects by using the limited game area.

Feature D6. One of the features D1 to D5, which is arranged at a position in front of the gaming machine of the decorative means and is provided with a second light emitting means (side LED 510) capable of illuminating the decorative means from the front. The gaming machine according to 1.

According to the above configuration, the visibility of the first decoration and the second decoration can be changed by combining the light emission control of the second light emitting means with the switching of the state of the light emitting means that illuminates the decorative means from the rear. For example, when the light is illuminated from the front, not only the effect of attracting attention to the decorative means can be expected, but also the visibility of the surface of the decorative means is considered to be improved. However, in this state, when the light from the rear is strongly illuminated, the surface becomes difficult to see, and the weaker the light from the rear, the easier it is to see. On the contrary, if the light is not illuminated from the front, the visibility of the surface of the decorative means is considered to be lowered, but depending on the intensity of the light from the rear, the relationship is opposite to the above. .. In this way, the visibility of the decorative means can be changed by utilizing the relationship of the intensity of the light illuminated from the front and back.

In relation to the second light emitting means, the light emitting means may be expressed as the first light emitting means.

Feature D7. Positioning means (rear peripheral edge portion) for positioning the light emitting means and the decorative means so as to form a space portion (first space E1) having a predetermined space in the front-rear direction between the light emitting means and the decorative means. 460) The gaming machine according to any one of features D1 to D6, which comprises 460).

According to the above configuration, the light from the light emitting means reaches the decorative means in a diffused state as compared with the configuration in which the light emitting means and the decorative means are brought into close contact with each other to illuminate the light. It is possible to reduce the size and the number.

Feature D8. The gaming machine according to feature D7, which is provided in the space portion and includes a light guide unit (light guide unit 370) that guides light from the light emitting means to a specific portion in the decorative means.

According to the above configuration, by guiding the light from the light emitting means to a specific part, the specific part can be locally illuminated, and the state of light (first state / second state) in the specific part can be changed. It will be possible. This makes it possible to locally switch the decoration (first decoration / second decoration) in the specific portion.

When the specific portion is set to the position where the first decoration or the second decoration is provided, the visibility can be effectively switched by switching the light state at the position where the decoration is provided.

Feature D9. The space is provided with a shielding means (shielding cylinder 360) that shields the light from the light emitting means from being illuminated in a direction intersecting the direction from the light emitting means to the decorative means. The gaming machine according to the feature D7 or the feature D8.

According to the above configuration, the light from the light emitting means is illuminated only in the direction toward the decorative means. This makes it possible to realize a portion where the light from the light emitting means is illuminated and a portion where the light is not illuminated, without changing the state of the light emitting means (that is, while the light emitting means is still emitting light). On the contrary, by blocking the light by the shielding means, it is possible to provide a portion where the influence of the state change of the light emitting means does not reach the decorative means. Therefore, the decorative effect of the decorative means can be enhanced.

An area surrounded by the shielding means is provided in the space, an object to be illuminated by the light from the light emitting means is provided on the decorative means side in the area, and a light emitting means dedicated to the target is provided on the light emitting means side in the area. It may be configured to provide. By doing so, it is possible to change the visibility of the region without causing a change in the visibility of the other region due to the state change of the dedicated light emitting means.

Further, when the area surrounded by the shielding means is provided as described above, if the inner wall portion is mirror-processed so as to have a light reflection function, the light diffused from the light emitting means is concentrated in the enclosed area. It is possible to improve the visibility of the enclosed area on the decorative means side.

Feature D10. As a kind of the first decoration of the decoration means, a character decoration portion (third pattern P3) on which characters are applied is provided.
The gaming machine according to feature D9, wherein the shielding means is provided on the peripheral edge of a character in the character decoration portion.

According to the above configuration, the visibility of the character decoration portion can be improved by the shielding means. In particular, it can be said that it is necessary to improve the visibility of characters as described above, where not only can they be confirmed but also they can be read and a certain degree of visibility is required.

Feature D11. The feature D1 is characterized by having a plurality of the light emitting means and having a control means (a function of executing the light emitting control process in the effect control device 82) capable of individually controlling the light emission of the plurality of light emitting means. The gaming machine according to any one of D10.

According to the above configuration, by individually controlling each light emitting means, it is possible to control only the portion where the visibility is desired to be changed. Therefore, it is possible to diversify the decorative patterns.

<Characteristic E group>
Features E1. A game area (game area PE) through which a game ball can flow down is formed on the front surface, and a first plate body (transparent board 300) having transparency is formed.
A second plate (decorative sheet 350, irradiation plate 400) arranged at a position behind the gaming machine of the first plate, and
Movable means (movable accessory 600, etc.) arranged between the first plate body and the second plate body, and
A driving means (movable accessory driving unit 610) for moving the movable means in the space (first space E1 or second space E2) between the first plate body and the second plate body.
A gaming machine characterized by being equipped with.

According to the above configuration, the movable means can be freely arranged without interfering with the game ball flowing down the game area, and the movable means can be freely moved. In this way, if the game area is used three-dimensionally including the back side instead of being used two-dimensionally, it is possible to suitably enhance the effect of the effect in a limited area.

Feature E2. A predetermined effect means (display screen G) arranged at a position behind the movable means, and
An effect control means (a function of executing various effect processes by the effect control device 82) for controlling the effect means, and
Equipped with
The movable means can be moved to a first position that overlaps the predetermined effect means in the front-rear direction and a second position that has a smaller or non-overlapping area with the predetermined effect means in the front-rear direction than the first position. The gaming machine according to feature E1, characterized in that it is.

According to the above configuration, when the movable means moves from the second position to the first position, the area overlapping the predetermined effect means in the front-rear direction increases, and it is possible to perform an effect in which these movable means and the predetermined effect means are associated with each other. It will be possible. When such an effect is not performed, if the movable means is arranged at the second position, the area overlapping the predetermined effect means in the front-rear direction is reduced, so that the game paying attention to the predetermined effect means. From the perspective of the person, the movable means is difficult to see from the front. Therefore, it is possible to improve the surprising effect when moving to the first position, and to increase the degree of attention of the effect in which the movable means and the predetermined effect means are associated with each other.

Feature E3. The first plate body is characterized in that it is provided with a shielding means (decorative sheet 350) that shields the movable means from the front in a situation where the movable means is arranged at the second position. The described gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, the movable means arranged at the second position is shielded by the shielding means, and it becomes difficult or invisible to see from the front. This makes it possible to further improve the surprising effect when moving to the first position.

Feature E4. A switching means (decorative sheet) for switching the state of the first plate body between a first state in which the movable means can be visually recognized from the front of the gaming machine and a second state in which the movable means is more difficult to see or cannot be seen than the first state. 3. The gaming machine according to any one of features E1 to E3, characterized in that it is provided with a function of executing light emission control processing by the effect control device 82.

According to the above configuration, the visibility of the movable means provided behind the first plate body changes depending on the state of the first plate body. As a result, the effect of the movable means can be enhanced.

Feature E5. The gaming machine according to feature E4, wherein the switching means can perform switching between the first state and the second state without changing the position of the movable means.

According to the above configuration, the visibility of the movable means can be changed without operating the movable means by the driving means. As a result, for example, it is possible to improve the visibility before the operation of the movable means, to pay attention to the movable means (as the first state), and then to operate the movable means, and to diversify the effect patterns. Is possible.

Feature E6. The driving means is described in the feature E5, which is characterized in that the movable means can be moved in a situation where the first plate body is switched to the second state by the switching means. Gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, if the movable means operates in a state where the visibility of the movable means is reduced by the first plate body, it becomes difficult for the player to grasp it. This makes it possible to improve, for example, the surprising effect of the appearance of movable means thereafter.

Feature E7. The gaming machine according to any one of features E1 to E6, wherein the second plate body is visible from the front of the gaming machine via the first plate body.

According to the above configuration, the movable means moves in front of the second plate body that can be visually recognized from the front of the gaming machine. For example, if the second plate is decorated by printing or the like, a movable means can move the space between the first plate on which the game area is formed and the second plate on which the decoration is applied. It will be configured to move. As a result, the functions can be shared by each configuration, and the configuration can be simplified. Further, for example, when replacing parts, it is possible to reduce the number of replacement parts to the minimum necessary.

Feature E8. A light emitting means (irradiation plate 400) capable of illuminating the movable means with light is provided.
The light from the light emitting means may also be illuminated on the first plate body or the second plate body, and the light from the light emitting means on the first plate body or the second plate body. The gaming machine according to any one of the features E1 to E7, characterized in that the visibility of the irradiated portion in the first plate body or the second plate body can be changed when the light is illuminated.

According to the above configuration, the movable means is not only moved between the first plate body and the second plate body, but is also illuminated by the light emitting means. This makes it possible to further enhance the effect of the movable means. Not only that, the light from the light emitting means may also irradiate the first plate or the second plate, and when irradiated, the visibility of the portion changes. That is, by combining the effect of illuminating the movable means with light and the effect of changing the visibility due to the light on the first plate body or the second plate body, the combination pattern of the effect is diversified and the game is played. It will be possible to help improve the degree of attention.

<Characteristic F group>
Features F1. A game area (game area PE) through which a game ball can flow down is formed on the front surface, and a first plate body (transparent board 300) having transparency is formed.
A second plate (decorative sheet 350) arranged at a position behind the gaming machine of the first plate and visible from the front of the gaming machine through the first plate.
The first plate body and the second plate body so as to form a space portion (second space E2) having a predetermined space in the front-rear direction between the first plate body and the second plate body. A positioning means (front peripheral portion 310) for positioning the plate body, and
A ball entry portion (special operating port 333) provided on the first plate body into which a game ball can enter, and
A discharge passage (guidance passage in the third embodiment) for discharging the game ball that has entered the ball entry portion, and
Equipped with
The discharge passage is
In the space portion, a first passage portion (horizontal passage 335) for guiding the game ball in a predetermined direction on the front surface side of the second plate body, and
A second passage portion (second rear passage 336) that guides the game ball guided by the first passage portion to the rear of the second plate body, and
A gaming machine characterized by being equipped with.

According to the above configuration, since the first plate is transparent, various decorations and effects can be exhibited by the second plate regardless of the game area. Since the discharge passage of the game ball that has entered the ball entry portion has a structure that guides the game ball in a predetermined direction in the space portion, the decoration and effect of the second plate body and the game ball It can be a novel game machine that is linked with the movement of.

Feature F2. The gaming machine according to feature F1, wherein the predetermined direction is a direction including a lateral direction when viewed from the front of the gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, the flow speed of the game ball is slower than that in the vertical direction. Therefore, it is possible to make it difficult for the game ball to be overlooked when it is guided in a predetermined direction.

Feature F3. A part of the wall portion on the rear side of the gaming machine in the first passage portion is formed by the second plate body.
A notification means (8th symbol P8) for notifying that the game ball is guided to the 1st passage portion is provided at a portion of the second plate body forming the wall portion of the 1st passage portion. The gaming machine according to feature F1 or feature F2.

According to the above configuration, not only a part of the wall portion of the first passage portion can be shared by the second plate body, but also if the second plate body is provided with the notification means, the first passage portion can be reached. It is possible to grasp that the game ball is guided not only by the movement of the game ball passing through the first passage portion but also by the first passage portion itself. Therefore, the relationship between the decoration of the second plate and the effect of the effect and the movement of the game ball can be made closer by the notification means, and the effect of the effect can be enhanced.

Features F4. A detection means (detection sensor 338) for detecting that a game ball has entered the ball entry portion is provided.
The gaming machine according to any one of features F1 to F3, wherein the detection means is provided at a position in front of the second plate in the discharge passage.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to quickly detect that the ball has entered the ball entry portion. In particular, in the discharge passage, when the effect of enhancing the relevance to the decoration of the second plate is performed after that, at least before being guided to the rear of the second plate (the game ball is visible). In the situation), the production should be performed, and it is considered that the significance of having the above configuration arises.

Feature F5. 5. The feature according to any one of features F1 to F4, which is provided in the space portion and includes a light emitting means (side LED 510) that illuminates a game ball passing through the first passage portion. Gaming machine.

By illuminating the game ball with light using the space as in the above configuration, there is no obstruction by nails or accessories provided in the game area (first plate body side), and the position and light of the light emitting means. The degree of freedom of the route is improved. Then, the effect of light is added to the decoration by the second plate and the movement of the game ball, and the effect is made more profound.

Feature F6. The position of the first passage portion and the light emitting means is determined so that the light from the light emitting means is illuminated by the gaming ball passing through the first passage portion and reflected to the front of the gaming machine. The gaming machine according to the feature F5.

According to the above configuration, it becomes easy to notice that the game ball is guided to the first passage portion by reflecting the light on the game ball and irradiating the light to the front of the game machine.

Feature F7. The discharge passage is
A third passage portion (first rear passage 334) capable of guiding the game ball that has entered the ball entry portion to the rear of the second plate without passing through the first passage portion.
A switching means (movable wall portion 337) for switching whether to guide the game ball that has entered the ball entry portion to the first passage portion side or the third passage portion side.
The gaming machine according to any one of features F1 to F6.

According to the above configuration, the switching means can switch between being discharged to the rear of the second plate through the space and being discharged as it is. Therefore, it is possible or not possible to perform the decoration by the second plate body as in the feature F1 and the effect of associating the effect of the effect with the movement of the game ball. In particular, the gaming machine is provided with various production configurations (display screen, light emitting unit, etc.), and the points to be noticed may differ depending on the gaming situation. In that respect, according to the above configuration, it is possible to suitably realize an effect using the movement of the game ball that has entered the ball entry portion depending on the game situation.

Feature F8. An information acquisition means for acquiring hold information based on the fact that a game ball has entered the ball entry portion (a function of executing a winning process for an operating port by the main control device 81), and
An information storage means (holding ball storage area 232) that stores the reserved information acquired by the information acquisition means up to a predetermined number, which is a plurality of numbers, and
With respect to the reserved information stored by the information storage means, a grant determination means (a function of executing a hit / fail determination process by the main control device 81) for sequentially determining whether or not to grant a privilege to the player, and
When the predetermined hold information stored by the information storage means is subject to the grant determination at a timing before the predetermined hold information is subject to the grant determination. The destination identification means (a function of executing the confirmation process for holding by the main control device 81) for specifying the information corresponding to the result of the above-mentioned grant determination, and
Equipped with
The game according to feature F7, wherein the switching means is configured to be capable of switching the guide destination of the game ball based on the specific result of the destination specifying means being a predetermined result. Machine.

According to the above configuration, the switching of the guide destination of the game ball by the switching means is executed at the timing before the grant determination by the grant determination means is performed. Therefore, the result (specific result by the prior identification means) can be grasped before the result of the grant determination is notified, that is, when the ball enters the ball entry portion. Therefore, not only the game of enjoying watching the result of the grant determination is notified, but also the game of enjoying watching the direction in which the game ball enters the ball entry section and is distributed is added. It is possible to increase the degree of attention to the game.

Features F9. The switching means is guided to the third passage portion by guiding the next game ball of the game ball related to the hold information that triggered the switching so as to be guided to the first passage portion. The gaming machine according to feature F8, which is capable of switching the guide destination of a ball.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to more clearly grasp the game ball to which the guide destination is switched. That is, if the succeeding game ball is also guided to the third passage portion side, it becomes difficult to know which game ball is the target of the first identification means. Therefore, if the above is done, it is possible to more preferably increase the degree of attention without causing such an inconvenience.

Feature F10. It is characterized by being provided in the first passage portion and provided with a storage means (shutter 340) capable of switching between a storage state in which the gaming balls guided to the first passage portion are stored and a non-storage state in which the game balls are not stored. The gaming machine according to the feature F8 or the feature F9.

According to the above configuration, if the game ball is discharged from the game area, it is unlikely to give a player an unfair feeling even if it is stored for production. Then, in such a storage state, it is possible to suppress an event in which the game ball runs through the discharge passage and misses it.

<Characteristic G group>
Features G1. A launching means (game ball launching mechanism 53) that launches a game ball toward the game area (game area PE), and
A game board (transparent board 300) in which a game area (game area PE) into which a game ball launched by the launching means flows down is formed on the front surface.
An entry portion (through gate 35) provided on the game board and capable of entering a game ball, and a ball entry portion (through gate 35).
A detection means (detection sensor 35b) provided in the ball entry section to detect a game ball that has entered the ball entry section.
A production board (decorative sheet 350) for production provided at a predetermined distance from the game board, and
A control device (main control device 81) for grasping the detection result from the detection means, and
Equipped with
A gaming machine characterized in that wiring between the detection means and the control device is arranged in a space portion (second space E2) formed by the predetermined space.

According to the above configuration, when the game ball launched from the launching means flows down the game area and the game ball enters the ball entry portion, the detection result is grasped by the control device, and the game area is Behind the formed game board, effect plates are provided at predetermined intervals, and wiring between the detection means and the control device is arranged in the space formed by the predetermined intervals. By doing so, it is not necessary to make a hole in the production board and connect the wiring from the back of the production board to the control device, and the configuration (wiring, etc.) behind the game board can be simplified. Can be done. In particular, various control devices and wiring are arranged behind the game board, and even if some operation is performed due to fraudulent acts, it may be difficult to find them if the devices and wiring are mixed. .. Therefore, if the above configuration is used, it is possible to simplify the wiring and prevent fraudulent activities.

Feature G2. Described in feature G1 in which a substrate for effect (side substrate 500) is arranged in the space portion, and the detection means and the control device are connected via the substrate. Gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, it is not necessary to lengthen the wiring via the substrate. Therefore, it is possible to organize the wiring relationship more.

Feature G3. The gaming machine according to feature G2, wherein the substrate is provided on the peripheral edge of the gaming board.

According to the above configuration, in order to secure the strength of the game board, it is necessary to secure a certain length in the thickness direction at the peripheral portion of the game board. Therefore, if a substrate is provided at the peripheral portion thereof, it is not necessary to secure a wide predetermined interval in order to provide the substrate, and it is possible to exert the effects of the features G1 and G2 within a limited space.

Features G4. The gaming machine according to feature G2 or feature G3, wherein the ball entry portion is provided on the peripheral edge portion of the gaming area.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to shorten the wiring to the substrate.

Feature G5. A launching means (game ball launching mechanism 53) that launches a game ball toward the game area (game area PE), and
A game board (transparent board 300) in which a game area (game area PE) into which a game ball launched by the launching means flows down is formed on the front surface.
An entry portion (through gate 35) provided on the game board and capable of entering a game ball, and a ball entry portion (through gate 35).
A grant determination means (a function of executing a hit / fail determination process by the main control device 81) for executing a grant determination as to whether or not to grant a privilege to the player based on the fact that the game ball has entered the ball entry portion.
Based on the grant determination being performed by the grant determination means, the game rotation operation is executed on the first screen, and the game rotation operation is terminated as a stop result corresponding to the result of the grant determination. The first game time control means (function for executing the display control process by the effect control device 82) for executing the display control of the first screen as one game time, and
Based on the grant determination being performed by the grant determination means, the game rounding operation is executed on a second screen that is different from the first screen but smaller than the first screen, and the grant determination is performed. The second game turn control means (game turn control process by the main control device 81) that executes the display control of the second screen, with the end of the game turn operation as one stop result corresponding to the result of Function to execute) and
It is provided with a production board (decorative sheet 350) provided at a predetermined distance from the game board, and is provided with a production plate (decorative sheet 350).
The game board is formed so as to have transparency.
The second screen is a gaming machine characterized in that it is provided at the predetermined interval.

According to the above configuration, even if the second screen is provided on the back surface of the gaming board, the second screen can be visually recognized from the front of the gaming machine because the gaming board is transparent. Therefore, it is not necessary to provide the second screen outside the game area, for example. By doing so, it is possible to provide the first screen and the second screen without squeezing the limited game area.

<Characteristic H group>
Features H1. An effect executing means (a function of executing display control processing by the effect control device 82) for producing an effect on the display screen (display screen G) based on the satisfaction of a predetermined condition, and
A specific display unit (decorative sheet) provided in an area that does not overlap the display screen in the front-rear direction so that it can be visually recognized from the front of the gaming machine.
Equipped with
The specific display unit makes the first decoration visible when the intensity of the irradiated light is in the first state, and makes the second decoration visible when the intensity of the emitted light is in the second state. It is configured to
The second decoration is a gaming machine characterized in that it is used as a part (fish school) of a predetermined character used in a specific effect (fish school effect) on the display screen.

According to the above configuration, a part of the predetermined character used in the specific effect of the display screen is displayed as the second decoration on the specific display unit. Then, for example, if the second decoration is used in the specific effect, it is possible to display a predetermined character in the specific effect larger than the size of the display screen, and the effect can be made more dynamic.

Here, increasing the size of the display screen not only increases the cost, but also causes concern about eye fatigue of the player if the effect is always performed on the large display screen. Therefore, if the second decoration is not visually recognized in normal times (the first decoration is visually recognized) and the second decoration is visually recognized at the time of a specific effect, the above dynamic effect can be realized without making the display screen too large. It will be possible.

Feature H2. The specific effect is an effect in which the predetermined character moves in a predetermined direction on the display screen.
The gaming machine according to feature H1, wherein the second decoration is arranged side by side with the display screen in the predetermined direction.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to dynamically realize an effect in which a predetermined character in a specific effect moves in a predetermined direction by using a second decoration that is wider than the width of the display screen in the predetermined direction.

Feature H3. The gaming machine according to feature H2, wherein the second decoration is arranged side by side at predetermined positions in both directions on the display screen.

According to the above configuration, the effect of the feature H2 can be spread in both directions.

Features H4. The gaming machine according to feature H2 or feature H3, wherein a shielding member (center frame 42) for shielding the rear is provided at a boundary between the display screen and the specific display unit.

According to the above configuration, in the effect using the predetermined character on the display screen and the second decoration, the predetermined character cannot be visually recognized once because the shielding member exists at the boundary between the display screen and the specific display unit. It can be a production that becomes. As a result, even if there is a slight difference in appearance between the predetermined character on the display screen and the second decoration, the discomfort can be reduced by temporarily disappearing.

Feature H5. The second decoration is arranged side by side at predetermined positions in both directions on the display screen.
The specific display unit is controlled so that one of the second decorations is displayed and then the second decoration is not displayed.
Further, the specific effect is executed on the display screen, and the specific effect is executed.
After that, according to any one of the features H2 to H4, the configuration is such that the other second decoration can be displayed in the specific effect and then controlled so as not to display the second decoration. Gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, the specific effect can be suitably executed.

Feature H6. The gaming machine according to any one of features H1 to H5, wherein a gaming region (gaming region PE) through which the gaming ball flows is formed in front of the specific display unit.

According to the above configuration, the display screen is not enlarged, the game area is not pressed, and excellent effects such as the feature H1 can be obtained.

Any one of the technical ideas shown in each of the above-mentioned features may be applied to other features, or the technical ideas shown in a plurality of features may be combined and applied to other features. It is also possible to extract a part of the configuration shown in each feature and apply it to other features.

The basic configuration of the gaming machine to which each of the above features can be applied is shown below.

Pachinko gaming machine: An operating means operated by a player (launching handle 54), a gaming ball launching means for launching a game ball based on the operation of the operating means (gaming ball launching mechanism 53), and the launched game ball. A ball passage (rail portions 51, 52) leading to a predetermined gaming area (gaming area PE) and each gaming component arranged in the gaming area are provided, and a predetermined passing portion (general prize) among the gaming parts is provided. A gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player when a gaming ball passes through a mouth 31, etc.).

Revolving gaming machine such as a slot machine: Equipped with a variable display means that displays a variable display of a symbol sequence consisting of a plurality of symbols and then displays the final stop display of the symbol sequence, and the symbol variation starts due to the operation of the starting operation means. This is a special game that is advantageous to the player on the condition that the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped due to the operation of the stop operation means or after a predetermined time has elapsed, and the final stop symbol at the time of the stop is a specific symbol. A gaming machine that generates a state (bonus game, etc.).

Ball-using belt-type gaming machine: Equipped with a variable display means that displays a variable display of a symbol sequence consisting of a plurality of symbols and then displays the final stop display of the symbol sequence. A special gaming state (bonus) that is advantageous to the player on the condition that the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped due to the operation of the operation means or the predetermined time elapses and the final stop symbol at the time of the stop is a specific symbol. A throwing device that is provided with a ball tray to generate a game, etc., and is provided with a throwing device that takes in a game ball from the ball tray and a payout device that pays out the game ball to the ball tray. A gaming machine configured so that the operation of the starting operation means becomes effective when the gaming ball is thrown in.

10 ... Pachinko machine, 24 ... Game board, 33 ... Upper working port, 34 ... Lower working port, 35 ... Through gate, 39 ... Decorative member, 41 ... Design display device, 42 ... Center frame, 51 ... Inner rail part, 52 ... outer rail part, 54 ... launch handle, 81 ... main control device, 82 ... production control device, 300 ... transparent board, 331 ... outer peripheral surface, 332 ... flange, 333 ... special actuating port, 334 ... first rear passage, 335. ... Horizontal passage, 336 ... Second rear passage, 337 ... Movable wall, 338 ... Detection sensor, 340 ... Shutter, 350 ... Decorative sheet, 351 ... First design sheet, 352 ... Shielding sheet, 353 ... Second design sheet, 400 ... irradiation plate, 410 ... LED, 520 ... left LED, 600 ... movable accessory, 700 ... reflector, G ... display screen, PE ... game area, W1 ... direct light, W2 ... reflected light, W3 ... front direct Light, W4 ... Pre-reflected light.

Claims (1)

A game board with transparency and a game area where the game ball can flow down is formed on the front side.
A directing means arranged at a position behind the gaming machine of the gaming board, and
A gaming machine characterized by being equipped with.

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