JP2022174946A - game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine that can realize game properties fit to a player's idea for a game and provides a game rich in interest.SOLUTION: A game machine can execute predetermined operation performances 754, 756 for urging a player to operate operation means. In the predetermined operation performances, main performance displays 755, 757 are displayed in at least one position in a vertical direction or in one position in a horizontal direction of a display screen of a performance display device 47. Holding storage displays 721, 722 for showing a holding storage of a special pattern are not displayed at least in the other position in a vertical direction or in the other position in a horizontal direction corresponding to display positions of the main performance displays in the midst of the predetermined operation performances. For example, in the midst of the predetermined operation performances, the holding storage displays are displayed in one position in a vertical direction or in one position in a horizontal direction identical to a display position of the main performance displays of the operation performance.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 26

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD The present invention relates to a game machine, and more particularly to a game machine capable of implementing an effect display prompting a player to operate an operation means as part of the effect.

Conventionally, a pachinko machine, which is a game machine, extracts numerical data due to the entry of a game ball into a starting hole. Then, based on the extracted numerical data, it is determined whether the game is a big hit or not. If the determination result is a big win, the big win opening is opened in a predetermined manner, and a big win game that is advantageous for winning prize balls is started.

In this kind of pachinko machine, the result of the winning/failing determination is reported by varying the special symbols along with the winning/failing determination as to whether or not a big hit will occur, and then displaying the special symbols for confirmation. In this case, since the special pattern is displayed in a small size at the corner of the game area, the production pattern display device provided in the center of the game area performs a variable production to variably display the pseudo production pattern corresponding to the special pattern. In order to increase the player's expectation for the big hit, the result of the win/fail judgment is reported.
Furthermore, as part of the variable performance, a performance display is performed to prompt the player to operate the operation means provided in the pachinko machine, and a predetermined performance is performed according to the player's operation of the operation means, thereby increasing the player's expectation for the big win. There are also those that are designed to be raised (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2006-158723 A

Generally, a pachinko machine retains and stores numerical data extracted by hitting a ball into a starting hole until a predetermined specified number is reached. However, since only a specified number of reserved memories can be accumulated, many players think that it is not useful in normal games because the reserved memories do not accumulate even if game balls are continued to be shot after the reserved memories reach a predetermined number.
This kind of player thinks that it is difficult to grasp the winning state of the starting gate, etc., because the player concentrates on the screen of the effect display, especially in the conventional gaming machine which performs the effect display for prompting the operation. Also, even if the number of reserved memories is displayed on the screen, for example, if the reserved memory display is displayed at a position away from the effect of the operation, the display of the number of reserved memories does not come into view because the user concentrates on the effect of the operation. , even if the reserved memory is full, the game ball will be shot without realizing it.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine capable of realizing game characteristics that match the player's thoughts on the game and providing a game full of interest. is.

The gaming machine of the present invention comprises numerical data extracting means for extracting numerical data resulting from a ball entering a starting hole;
a pending storage means capable of storing a plurality of the extracted numerical data as pending storage until a specified number is reached;
a success/fail judgment means for judging whether or not a prize is won based on the retained and stored numerical data;
A special symbol display device that confirms and displays after variably displaying the special symbol indicating the result of the success/failure determination;
a performance display device that displays a performance corresponding to the special symbol;
a reserved memory display control means for displaying a reserved memory display indicating the presence of the reserved memory on the effect display device;
an operation means that can be operated by a player;
an operation effect control means for executing a predetermined operation effect to prompt the player to operate the operation means in the effect display device,
The operation effect control means displays the main effect display of the predetermined operation effect at either one of the positions in the vertical direction or the position in the horizontal direction of the effect display device,
The reserved memory display control means, during the predetermined operation effect, places the reserved memory display at the same position in the vertical direction as the display position of the main effect display, or at the same position in the horizontal direction. Display in one position.

In the present invention, for example, when the operation effect control means displays the main effect display of the predetermined operation effect at the upper position of the effect display device in the vertical direction, the reserved storage display is the main effect of the operation effect. As with the display, it is displayed at the upper position of the effect display device.
Further, when the main effect display of the predetermined operation effect is displayed on the left side of the effect display device in the left-right direction, the pending memory display is displayed on the left side of the effect display device in the same manner as the main effect display of the operation effect. Make it so. The same is done when the left and right are reversed.

Further, in the present invention, the game machine, during a predetermined operation effect, displays the reserved memory display at least at one position in the vertical direction corresponding to the display position of the main effect display of the operation effect, and the other position corresponding to the other position. Alternatively, it is not displayed at the other position opposite to the one position in the horizontal direction.

Furthermore, in the present invention, the game machine can implement at least the first operation effect and the second operation effect by means of the operation effect control means. Then, at least during the second operation effect, the pending memory display is displayed at the same one position in the vertical direction as the display position of the main effect display of the second operation effect, or at one position in the horizontal direction. It is conceivable to do so. In addition, only during the second operation effect, the pending memory display is displayed at the same one position in the vertical direction as the display position of the main effect display of the second operation effect, or at one position in the horizontal direction. is also conceivable.
In this case, the first operation effect is, for example, a simple effect in which the player is simply urged to operate the operation means and the player operates the operation means only once, and the effect does not require much concentration of the player. is desirable. On the other hand, the second operation effect is not simple, such as, for example, the effect of continuously operating the operating means, the effect of operating in accordance with a plurality of timings, the effect of operating for a long time, etc., and it takes time to operate. An effect that requires the concentration of the player is conceivable.

According to the gaming machine of the present invention, during the predetermined operation effect, the reserved memory display is displayed at a position close to the main effect display. Therefore, even if the player is concentrating on the operation effect, the player can catch the reserved memory display in his field of vision and can easily grasp the number of reserved memories. Therefore, it is possible to realize a game property that matches the ideas of many players, such as stopping shooting when the reserved memory is full, and to provide a game machine that provides a richly interesting game.

1 is a front view of a game machine to which the present invention is applied; FIG. It is a front view of a game board used in the gaming machine. It is a rear view of the gaming machine. It is an electrical block diagram of the game machine. It is explanatory drawing regarding the game specification of the said gaming machine. 4 is a flow chart showing the control contents of a "startup process" executed by the main controller of the gaming machine; 4 is a first flow chart showing the control contents of "interrupt processing" executed by the main control device; 4 is a second flow chart showing the contents of control of "interrupt processing" executed by the main control device; 4 is a flow chart showing the control contents of an "input determination process" executed in the "interrupt process"; It is a flow chart showing the control content of the "special figure entering ball confirmation process" that is executed in the "input determination process". It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the "appropriateness determination process" performed in the said "interruption process." It is the 1st flowchart which shows the control content of the "special figure right/wrong determination process" performed in said "right/wrong determination process." It is the second flow chart showing the control contents of the "special figure right or wrong determination process" executed in the "right or wrong determination process". It is the 3rd flowchart which shows the control content of the "special figure right/wrong determination process" performed in said "right/wrong determination process." It is the 4th flowchart which shows the control content of the "special figure right or wrong determination process" performed in the said "right or wrong determination process". It is the 5th flowchart which shows the control content of the "special figure right or wrong determination process" performed in said "right or wrong determination process". It is the 1st flowchart which shows the control content of the "big-hit game process" performed in the said "win-win determination process." It is the 2nd flowchart which shows the control content of the "big-hit game process" performed in the said "win-win determination process." It is the 3rd flowchart which shows the control content of the "big-hit game process" performed in the said "win-win determination process." It is the 4th flowchart which shows the control content of the "big-hit game process" performed in the said "win-win determination process." It is the 1st flowchart which shows the control content of the "small hit game process" performed in the said "win-win determination process." It is the 2nd flowchart which shows the control content of the "small hit game process" performed in said "win-win determination process." 4 is a first display example showing a display mode of an effect performed by the game machine; It is a second display example showing the display mode of the effect implemented in the gaming machine. It is a flow chart showing the control content of the "holding storage display position change processing" executed by the sub-control device of the gaming machine. FIG. 13 is a third display example showing a display mode of the effect performed by the game machine; FIG. It is the 4th example of a display which shows the display mode of the production|presentation implemented with the said gaming machine.

〔Example〕
DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS A game machine (pachinko machine) according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. First, referring to FIGS. 1 to 3, the external configuration of a pachinko machine 1 according to this embodiment will be described.

(1. Outline configuration of pachinko machine 1)
As shown in FIG. 1, a pachinko machine 1 is a gaming machine that can be played by a player, and is installed in a gaming facility.

(1-1. Front configuration of pachinko machine 1)
The pachinko machine 1 has a structure in which each part of the configuration is held by an outer frame 10 forming a vertically long fixed outer shell holding frame. The outer frame 10 is provided with a front frame (glass frame) 11 fitted with a plate glass 110 and an inner frame 30 (see FIG. 3) that can be opened and closed via hinges 101, 101 provided at upper and lower positions on the left side. be. The front frame 11 and the inner frame 30 are closed and locked to the outer frame 10 by a cylinder lock 18. A predetermined key is inserted into the cylinder lock 18 and operated clockwise to open the inner frame 30. None, front frame 11 can be opened by counterclockwise operation.
Behind the plate glass 110 of the front frame 11, the game board 2 (see FIG. 2) held by the inner frame 30 is provided.

Speakers 112, 112 are installed on the left and right sides of the upper part of the front frame 11, respectively. In addition, the front frame 11 is provided with a frame-side decorative lamp 113 that emits light according to the game state, as well as LEDs for informing abnormalities in the game.

An upper plate 12 and a lower plate 13 are integrally formed on the lower half of the front frame 11. - 特許庁A shooting handle 14 is provided on the right side of the lower tray 13. By operating the shooting handle 14 clockwise, the shooting device is activated, and game balls supplied from the upper tray 12 are directed toward the game board 2. fired. Prize balls are paid out to the upper plate 12.例文帳に追加
The lower tray 13 is configured to receive prize balls overflowing from the upper tray 12, and the game balls accumulated in the lower tray 13 can be transferred to another box (dollar box) provided in the game facility by operating a ball removing lever.

The pachinko machine 1 is a so-called CR machine, and is adjacent to a prepaid card unit (CR unit) CR for reading and writing prepaid cards. The pachinko machine 1 is provided with a ball lending switch 171, a settlement switch 172 and a settlement display of a settlement display device 170 (see FIG. 4) on the right side of the upper tray 12. FIG. At the central position of the upper plate 12, a performance button 15 that can be operated by the player and a jog dial 16 are installed so as to surround the outer periphery thereof.

(1-2. Configuration of game board of pachinko machine 1)
As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area 20 surrounded by an outer rail 201 and an inner rail 202 . In addition, a center case 200 is attached to a position near the center of the game area. As a result, the game area 20 has a left game area 20L where the game ball flows down when the game ball is shot with less than a predetermined firing power, and a right game area 20L where the game ball flows down when the game ball is shot with a predetermined firing power or more. It is divided into a game area 20R. A large number of game nails and the like are planted in the game area 20 .

In the center case 200, an LCD panel of a production pattern display device 47 (not shown in its entirety) is arranged. The center case 200 is provided with a warp inlet, a warp gutter, a stage, and the like, like well-known ones.

A game ball can be entered at all times at the position directly below the center in the left-right direction of the center case 200, and the first special symbol (hereinafter referred to as the first special symbol) is determined due to the entrance. A first special figure starting port 23 is arranged. When the game ball enters the first special figure starting port 23, a plurality of types of random numbers (numerical data) are extracted, and these random numbers are stored as reserved storage of the first special figure.

In addition, a general winning opening 27 is arranged at a position on the downstream side of the first special figure starting opening 23, and a first big winning opening 25 is further arranged downstream thereof. The general prize winning port 27 is a prize winning port in which balls can be entered at all times. The first big prize winning port 25 is provided so as to be openable and closable by an opening/closing plate of a special electric accessory, and is a prize winning port that can be opened in a predetermined opening mode in a round game of a big hit game.

The entry ball into the first special figure starting port 23 arranged in this manner is mainly aimed by causing the game ball to flow down to the left game area 20L by the "left hitting game". On the other hand, the entry of the ball into the first big winning hole 25 opened in the jackpot game is aimed mainly by causing the game ball to flow down to the right game area 20R by the "right hitting game" according to the game state described later.

In addition, in the left game area 20L, a plurality of (three) general prize winning openings 27 that can always enter a ball are arranged at the left diagonally lower position of the center case 200 and the left side position of the first special figure start opening 23. It is

In the right game area 20R, a normal pattern operation opening 21 is arranged at the right lateral position of the center case 200. - 特許庁The normal pattern operation port 21 is a gate through which a game ball can pass through, and due to the passage of the normal pattern (hereinafter simply referred to as a normal pattern), determination is made. When a game ball enters the normal pattern operation opening 21, a plurality of types of random numbers (numerical data) are extracted, and these random numbers are stored as reserved memory for the normal pattern.

In addition, in the right game area 20R, a normal electric accessory 22 (hereinafter simply referred to as a normal electric accessory) is arranged downstream of the normal pattern operation port 21. As shown in FIG. The general electric accessory 22 is provided with a pair of left and right wings that can be opened and closed, and is usually a ball entry device that makes it difficult to enter a game ball. And, when it is won by the judgment of the normal figure, the wings are opened in a predetermined open mode, and the ball can be entered.

And the general electric accessory 22 has a second special figure start port 24 inside. The second special figure starting port 24 is configured so that only the game ball that has entered the general electric accessory 22 can enter. The second special figure start opening 24 is a prize winning opening in which the winning judgment of the second special symbol (hereinafter referred to as the second special figure) is executed due to the entry of a ball into this. When the game ball enters the second special figure starting port 24, a plurality of kinds of random numbers are extracted and these random numbers are stored as the second special figure pending memory.

Further, in the right game area 20R, a second big winning opening 26 that is opened and closed by the opening/closing plate of the special electric role is arranged downstream of the general electric role 22. FIG. The second big winning opening 26 is a winning opening that can be opened in a small winning game.

The ball entering the normal figure operation opening 21, the general electric accessory 22, the second special figure start opening 24 and the second big winning opening 26 arranged in this way is mainly a game ball by "right-handed game". Aim by flowing down to the right game area 20R.

In the game area 20, an out hole 203 is provided at the bottom of the board directly below the first big winning hole 25 to take in the game balls that have flowed down to the bottom of the game area 20 without entering various winning holes. ing.

The game board 2 has a first special figure display device 281 and a second special figure display device 283 consisting of a 7-segment display, and four LED indicators in the area outside the outer rail 201 at the lower right end. A first special figure reservation number display device 282 and a second special figure reservation number display device 284 are arranged. Also, in the same area, a normal symbol display device 285 and a normal symbol reserved number display device 286 consisting of a plurality of LED indicators are arranged.

(1-3. Configuration of back side of pachinko machine 1)
FIG. 3 shows the back side of the pachinko machine 1. The back side of the pachinko machine 1 accommodates an inner frame 30 for detachably attaching the game board 2. As shown in FIG. As with the front frame 11, the inner frame 30 is hinged to the outer frame 10 at the upper and lower positions of one side edge (the right side in FIG. 3), and is installed so as to be openable and closable. A game ball flow-down passage is formed in the inner frame 30, and a ball tank 31, a tank rail 32, and a payout unit 33 are provided from above (upstream), and a payout mechanism is provided in the payout unit 33. . With this configuration, when a game ball enters the winning slot of the game board 2, a predetermined number of game balls (prize balls) are sent from the ball tank 31 via the tank rail 32 to the upper plate 12 by the payout unit 33 through the payout ball downflow passage. paid out to In addition, the payout unit 33 for paying out prize balls also pays out rental balls paid out by operating the ball lending switch 171 .

On the back side of the pachinko machine 1, a main control device 40, a payout control device 41, a sub-integrated control device 42, a performance symbol control device 43, a launch control device 44, and a power board 45 are provided. A main control device 40 , a sub-integrated control device 42 , and a performance symbol control device 43 are provided on the game board 2 , and a payout control device 41 , a launch control device 44 , and a power board 45 are provided on the inner frame 30 . Although the firing control device 44 is not drawn in FIG. 3, it is provided behind the payout control device 41 .

The main controller 40 is provided with an RWM clear switch and a setting key switch. The RWM clear switch is mainly operated when game information and the like stored in the RWM built in the main control device 40 are cleared. Incidentally, the RWM clear switch may be arranged on the payout control device 41 or the power board 45 .

Main controller 40 is equipped with a performance display consisting of four 7-segment LED indicators. By providing the performance display device on the back side of the pachinko machine 1, the pachinko machine 1 can arrange the performance display device at a position invisible to the player during the game.

Further, the payout control device 41 is provided with a fraud notification lamp that lights an LED when the main control device 40 determines that fraud has occurred, and notifies an employee or the like of the amusement facility that fraud has occurred. there is

On the back side of the pachinko machine 1, an external connection terminal plate 38 is arranged on the right side of the ball tank 31. The external connection terminal plate 38 transmits signals indicating game states and game results to the hall computer 500 (see FIG. 4). Sent. Conventionally, the external connection terminal boards for transmitting signals to the hall computer 500 consisted of board terminals (terminals for outputting signals output from the game board side to the hall computer 500) and frame side terminals (outer frame 10 terminals). , front frame 11, and terminals for outputting signals output from the inner frame 30 to the hall computer 500) are used. A signal indicating the state and game result is transmitted to the hall computer 500 .

(2. Electrical Configuration of Pachinko Machine 1)
Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko machine 1 comprises a main control device 40 for controlling game progress and the like, and a payout control device 41, a sub-integrated control device 42, a performance symbol control device 43, and a launch control device 44 as sub-control devices. be. The main control device 40, the payout control device 41, the sub-integrated control device 42, and the performance pattern control device 43 are all provided with a CPU, ROM, RAM, input port, output port, etc., and all of these control devices are controlled by the CPU. A program consisting of a main routine and subroutines stored in the ROM is started in response to an interrupt signal with a period of 2 ms or 4 ms, and various controls are executed. The main controller 40 also has a random number counter or the like for extracting various random numbers.
In this embodiment, the launch control device 44 is not provided with a CPU, ROM, RAM, or the like. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the launch control device 44 may be provided with a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, and the like.

(2-1. Main controller 40)
As shown in FIG. 4, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 1 is mainly composed of a main controller 40 that controls games. The main controller 40 is electrically connected to the hall computer 500 or a test firing tester (not shown) via the back wiring relay terminal board 530 and the external connection terminal board 38 . An output signal from the main controller 40 is sent to the hall computer 500 or the test firing test apparatus via the back wiring relay terminal board 530 and the external connection terminal board 38 .

The main controller 40 includes a glass frame open switch 501 for detecting whether or not the front frame 11 (see FIG. 1) is open via the back wiring relay terminal plate 530, and the inner frame 30 (see FIG. 3). ) is open or not, an inner frame open switch 502 is connected. In the drawings, the switch is simply described as SW. The glass frame open switch 501 and the inner frame open switch 502 output respective detection signals to the main controller 40 . In FIG. 4, "switch" is written as "SW".

In addition, the main controller 40 includes a first special figure starting port switch 503 for detecting a ball entering the first special figure starting port 23 (see FIG. 2) via the game board relay terminal plate 531, a second special 2nd special figure starting port switch 504 for detecting the ball entering the figure starting port 24 (see FIG. 2), the normal symbol operating switch 505 for detecting the ball entering the normal figure operating port 21 (see FIG. 2), the first A first count switch 506 that counts the number of balls entering the big prize opening 25 (see FIG. 2), a second count switch 507 that counts the number of balls entering the second big prize opening 26 (see FIG. 2), and a general prize. A general winning hole switch 508 for detecting a ball entering the hole 27 (see FIG. 2) and an out hole switch 509 for detecting a game ball taken into the out hole 203 are connected. And these 1st special figure starting opening switch 503, 2nd special figure starting opening switch 504, normal symbol operation switch 505, 1st count switch 506, 2nd count switch 507, general winning opening switch 508 and out opening switch 509 , and outputs respective detection signals to the main controller 40 .

Furthermore, the main control device 40 is connected to the first big prize winning opening solenoid 510 via the game board relay terminal plate 531, and by driving this, it controls the opening and closing of the first big winning prize opening 25 (see FIG. 2). . Furthermore, the main controller 40 is connected to the second big prize winning opening solenoid 511 through the game board relay terminal plate 531, and by driving this, controls the opening and closing of the second big winning prize opening 26 (see FIG. 2). conduct. Furthermore, the main control device 40 is connected to a general electrical accessory solenoid 512 via a game board relay terminal plate 531, and by driving this, controls the opening and closing of the general electrical accessory 22 (see FIG. 2). In addition, "solenoid" is described as "SOL" in FIG.

The main controller 40 operates according to the installed program. Then, the main control device 40 generates various commands relating to the progress of the game based on various detection signals and the like, and outputs the commands to the payout control device 41 and the sub-integrated control device 42 . Furthermore, the main control device 40 is connected via the symbol display device relay terminal board 533 1st special figure display device 281, 1st special figure reservation number display device 282, 2nd special figure display device 283, 2nd special The display control of the figure reserved number display device 284, the normal symbol display device 285 and the normal symbol reserved number display device 286 is performed.

The MPU (Micro Processing Unit) mounted on the main controller 40 mainly includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, a counter circuit, a timer circuit, and a random number circuit. Each of the CPU, ROM, RAM, counter circuit, timer circuit, and random number circuit is connected via an internal bus, and the internal bus is connected to various switches and various devices provided in the pachinko machine 1 via an external bus interface. communicatively connected to

(2-2. Payout control device 41)
Next, the payout control device 41 will be explained. The payout control device 41 is connected to the main control device 40 so as to be able to communicate bidirectionally. The dispensing control device 41 is connected to the glass frame opening switch 501 and the inner frame opening switch 502 via the dispensing relay terminal plate 534 and the back wiring relay terminal plate 530 . Then, the payout control device 41 transmits information on prize balls, information on the open/close state of the front frame 11 and the inner frame 30, etc. to the hall computer 500 or a test firing test device (not shown) via the external connection terminal plate 38. . Also, the payout control device 41 transmits a firing stop signal for stopping the firing of game balls to the firing control device 44 as necessary.

In addition, the payout control device 41 is connected via a back wiring relay terminal plate 530 to a ball cutoff switch 520 for detecting that the ball tank 31 (see FIG. 3) is empty. The ball cut-off switch 520 outputs a detection signal to the payout control device 41 when it detects that the ball tank 31 has become empty.

Further, the payout control device 41 is connected via a payout relay terminal plate 534 to a payout motor 521 for paying out game balls and a payout switch 522 for detecting that the game balls have been paid out. The payout control device 41 drives the payout motor 521 according to a command sent from the main control device 40, and pays out game balls. The payout switch 522 outputs a detection signal to the payout control device 41 when it detects that the game ball has been paid out. Further, the dispensing control device 41 is connected with a full switch 523 for detecting that the lower tray 13 is full. When the full switch 523 detects that the lower tray 13 is full, it outputs a detection signal to the payout control device 41 .

The payout control device 41 stops the payout motor 521 when a detection signal is input from the ball-out switch 520 and when a detection signal is input from the full switch 523 . As a result, the payout operation of the prize balls by the payout unit 33 is stopped. The ball-out switch 520 continues to output the detection signal until the ball-out state is resolved, and the full switch 523 continues to output the detection signal until the lower tray 13 is released from the full state. Then, the payout control device 41 restarts the drive of the payout motor 521 when the input of the detection signal from the ball-out switch 520 and the full switch 523 is stopped.

When the present invention is applied to an enclosed game machine or the like in which game balls enclosed in the machine are circulated to play a game, the main control device 40 is connected to the payout control device 41 (in the case of an enclosed game machine, the game ball (preferably referred to as a frame control device since no payout is performed). In this case, the gaming machine can be configured to be less likely to be cheated.

Further, the payout control device 41 is connected to the CR unit CR and the settlement display device 170 through the CR unit terminal board 535 so as to be capable of two-way communication. A ball lending switch 171 and a settlement switch 172 operated by the player are connected to the settlement display device 170 . The ball lending switch 171 is a switch operated when the player requests the lending of game balls, and the settlement switch 172 is a switch operated when the player requests settlement.

The ball lending switch 171 outputs a lending request operation signal upon detection of an operation by a player. The lending request signal output by the ball lending switch 171 is input to the CR unit CR via the settlement display device 170, and the lending request signal is sent to the payout control device 41 from the CR unit CR. When the payout control device 41 receives a lending request signal from the CR unit CR, it drives the payout motor 521 to pay out game balls and controls the balance display of the prepaid card inserted in the CR unit CR.

The settlement switch 172 outputs an operation signal requesting settlement upon detection of an operation by a player. The settlement request signal output by the settlement switch 172 is input to the CR unit CR via the settlement display device 170, and the CR unit CR manages the balance of the prepaid card inserted in the CR unit CR in accordance with the settlement request signal. Controls balance display.

Further, the payout control device 41 is provided with a fraud notification lamp, which is an LED that lights up when it is determined that the frequency of balls entering the general winning opening 27 is abnormal. When the payout control device 41 receives a fraudulent command from the main controller 40, it can notify an employee of the gaming facility that there is a possibility of fraud by turning on a fraud notification lamp.

(2-3. Sub-integrated control device 42 and production pattern control device 43)
The sub-integrated control device 42 is connected to the main control device 40 via the effect relay terminal board 532 and enables communication from the main control device 40 to the sub-integrated control device 42 . Then, the sub-integrated control device 42 performs effect control based on commands received from the main control device 40 . The effect button 15 and the jog dial 16 are connected to the sub-integrated control device 42 . The effect button 15 and the jog dial 16 respectively input respective detection signals by operation to the sub-integrated control device 42 .

The sub-integrated control device 42 controls the output of sound by driving the speaker 112 and controls the lighting and extinguishing of various LEDs and lamps including the frame-side decoration lamp 113 . Furthermore, the sub-integrated control device 42 is provided with a volume control switch for adjusting the volume output from the speaker 112 . The sub-integrated control device 42 controls the volume output from the speaker 112 based on the operation signal input from the volume control switch.

The performance symbol control device 43 is connected to the sub-integrated control device 42 so as to be capable of two-way communication. The sub-integrated control device 42 transmits to the performance symbol control device 43 commands relating to the display mode of the pseudo performance of displaying characters and the like, and the pseudo symbols of the special symbols. On the other hand, the effect symbol control device 43 displays a pseudo effect symbol 700 corresponding to the command sent from the sub-integrated control device 42 on the LCD panel of the effect symbol display device 47 .

In addition, the sub-integrated control device 42 performs error notification by the speaker 112, the frame-side decoration lamp 113, and the effect pattern display device 47 when it is determined that the frequency of entering the general winning hole 27 is abnormal.

(2-4. Launch control device 44)
The launch control device 44 is connected to the payout control device 41 and allows communication from the payout control device 41 to the launch control device 44 . The shooting control device 44 controls the shooting motor 526 based on commands sent from the main control device 40 via the payout control device 41 and rotation signals of the shooting handle 14 to shoot and stop shooting game balls.

Also connected to the shooting control device 44 are a shooting stop switch 524 provided on the shooting handle 14 and a touch switch 525 for detecting that the shooting handle 14 is in contact with the player. The touch switch 525 inputs a detection signal to the launch control device 44 when detecting contact of the launch handle 14 by the player. Then, the shooting control device 44 shoots the game ball when the detection signal is input from the touch switch 525 . On the other hand, the firing stop switch 524 inputs a detection signal to the firing control device 44 when operated by the player. When the detection signal is input from the firing stop switch 524 , the shooting control device 44 stops shooting the game ball even if the detection signal is input from the touch switch 525 .

(2-5. Power supply board 45)
Although not shown, the power supply board 45 includes a power supply circuit, a power receiving circuit, a power failure detection circuit, and a backup power supply circuit. The power supply circuit converts an AC voltage supplied from an AC power supply (main power supply AC 24 V) provided outside to generate a DC voltage. The power receiving circuit is provided with a power switch, and the power circuit is connected to an AC power supply via the power receiving circuit. When the power switch is turned on, the power supply circuit is connected to the AC power supply, and the main power supply AC 24V is supplied to the power supply circuit. The power supply circuit supplies necessary DC voltages to various controllers, actuators, and the like.

A power failure detection circuit monitors the voltage supplied from the power supply circuit. Then, when the supplied voltage is less than the predetermined voltage, the power failure detection circuit determines that the power switch has been switched to OFF or that the power supply has been cut off due to the power failure, and the main controller 40 and the payout A power failure detection signal output to the control device 41 is set to high level (ON). On the other hand, the power failure detection circuit turns the power failure detection signal to low level (OFF) when the voltage supplied from the power supply circuit rises above a predetermined voltage.

In addition, in the present embodiment, the power failure detection circuit has been described as an example of transmitting a power failure detection signal to the main controller 40 and the payout controller 41, but it is not necessarily limited to this. For example, the power failure detection circuit transmits a power failure detection signal to only one of the main control device 40 and the payout control device 41, from the main control device 40 to the payout control device 41, or from the payout control device 41 to the main control device 40 may be configured to transmit a command for power failure.

The backup power supply circuit is composed of a capacitor or the like. The backup power supply circuit charges the power of DC 5V generated while the power supply circuit supplies power from the AC power supply, and in the event of a power failure, the backup power supply (DC 5V) is the RWM of the main control device 40 and the payout control device 41. supply to RWM, etc.

In this embodiment, backup power is supplied to the RWM of the main controller 40 and the RWM of the payout controller 41 . Therefore, the pachinko machine 1 is kept for a certain period of time even after the power is cut off, and the contents stored in the main control device 40 and the payout control device 41 at the time of the power cut, for example, the game state of the pachinko machine 1 and the prize Information such as the number of game balls to be put out as balls can be held.

On the other hand, backup power is not supplied to the RWM of the sub-integrated controller 42 . Therefore, when the power supply to the pachinko machine 1 is stopped, the contents stored in the RWM of the sub-integrated control device 42 are erased.

(3. Operation of pachinko machine 1)
The operation of the pachinko machine 1 will be described.

(3-1. Basic game)
The pachinko machine 1 extracts a plurality of types of random numbers (numerical data) relating to determination of success or failure of a normal pattern when a game ball enters the normal pattern operation opening 21, and performs determination of success or failure based on the extracted random values. Based on the result of this winning/failure determination, the pachinko machine 1 starts variable display of normal symbols on the normal symbol display device 285, and performs final display after a predetermined period of time.

Then, if the result of the determination of whether or not the normal figure is a hit, the pachinko machine 1 opens the general electric accessory 22 and allows the ball to enter the second special figure start port 24. - 特許庁The opening time and the number of opening times of the general electric accessory 22 are, for example, 1.0 seconds × 1 time in the normal state, and 3.0 seconds × 1 time in the game state advantageous to the player (time saving game state described later). set.

When a game ball enters the first special figure start hole 23, the pachinko machine 1 extracts a plurality of types of random numbers (numerical data) relating to the determination of whether or not the first special figure is won. A predetermined number of data are stored as pending storage. Then, the pachinko machine 1 judges whether the game is a big hit or a loss based on the reserved random number value. Based on the result of this judgment, the pachinko machine 1 starts the variable display of the first special figure on the first special figure display device 281, and performs the fixed display after the lapse of a predetermined time. In addition, the pachinko machine 1 starts variable display of a pseudo effect symbol 700 (see FIG. 23) corresponding to the first special symbol on the effect symbol display device 47, and performs a fixed display after a predetermined time has elapsed.

Similarly, the pachinko machine 1, when a game ball enters the second special figure start hole 24, extracts multiple types of random numbers (numerical data) related to the determination of whether the second special figure A predetermined number is stored as reserved storage of 2 special figures. Then, the pachinko machine 1 performs a win/loss determination based on the reserved and stored random number value of the second special figure, and determines whether it is a big hit, a small hit, or a loss. Based on this determination, the pachinko machine 1 starts the variable display of the second special figure on the second special figure display device 283, and performs the fixed display of the second special figure after the lapse of a predetermined time. In addition, the pachinko machine 1 starts the variable display of the pseudo performance symbol 700 corresponding to the second special symbol on the performance symbol display device 47, and performs the fixed display after the lapse of a predetermined time.

In the pachinko machine 1, if the result of the determination of whether the first special figure or the second special figure is a big hit according to the confirmed display mode of the first special figure or the second special figure, a big win game is carried out. In this jackpot game, the pachinko machine 1 opens and closes the first big winning hole 25 . Specifically, the pachinko machine 1, when a predetermined time (for example, 29 seconds) has elapsed after starting to open the first big winning hole 25, or after starting to open the first big winning hole 25 A round game is performed a predetermined number of times, in which a series of actions such as closing the first big winning port 25 is performed when the number of entered game balls reaches a specified winning number (9 in this embodiment). For example, the jackpot game is a configuration in which 10 rounds of round games are performed to open the first big winning hole 25 in a predetermined opening mode. The pachinko machine 1 performs a game aiming at the first big winning hole 25 by a right-handed game in a jackpot game.

The pachinko machine 1 executes a small winning game if the result of the second special symbol win/loss determination is a small winning according to the confirmed display mode of the second special symbol. In this small winning game, the pachinko machine 1 opens and closes the second big winning hole 26 . In the small winning game, for example, an opening action of opening the second big winning hole 26 for 1.600 seconds is executed once. The pachinko machine 1 performs a game aiming at the second big winning hole 26 by a right-handed game in a small winning game.

(3-2. Effect display)
In the pachinko machine 1, the variable display and fixed display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol are displayed small in the corners of the game board 2.例文帳に追加Therefore, the pachinko machine 1 performs a pseudo effect display by a pseudo effect pattern 700 corresponding to the first special symbol and the second special symbol in the effect symbol display device 47 provided in the center of the game area 20, and the player can see the effect through the pseudo effect display. to notify the result of the pass/fail judgment. A pachinko machine 1 performs variable display of three pseudo performance patterns 700 in the pseudo performance display, and stops the three pseudo performance patterns 700 with the same pattern if the result of winning/failure determination is a big hit. In addition, in the pseudo performance display, the pachinko machine 1 performs a ready-to-win performance in which two pseudo performance patterns 700 are stopped at the same pattern and the remaining one pseudo performance pattern 700 is displayed in a variable manner, thereby achieving a big hit in the win/fail judgment. It is possible to give the player a sense of expectation of becoming

The pachinko machine 1 has normal reach (also referred to as N reach), which develops from normal variation in which three pseudo-performance patterns fluctuate, and super reach (also referred to as SP reach), which is expected to result in a bigger hit than N reach, as reach effects. and can be implemented. For example, the SP reach is a configuration capable of increasing the player's expectation for a big hit by implementing an operation effect to prompt the player to operate the effect button 15 or the like.

In addition, the pachinko machine 1 is configured to preferentially perform the winning/losing determination of the second special figure rather than the winning/unsuccessful determination of the first special figure. For example, even if there is a pending memory of the first special symbol, if the pending memory of the second special symbol is stored due to the ball entering the second special symbol starting port 24, the second special symbol will be stored before the first special symbol. 2 Appropriate determination of pending storage of special figure is carried out. In this case, the fluctuation of the second special figure is preferentially carried out also for the fluctuation of the special figure and the pseudo production design. It should be noted that, in carrying out the present invention, it is not necessary to be a game configuration in which the second special figure is preferentially determined, and the first special figure and the second special figure may be a game configuration of simultaneous fluctuation.

(3-3. Game state)
Next, game states used in the pachinko machine 1 will be described. The pachinko machine 1 is roughly divided into two game states, a game state in which the first big prize winning port 25 is closed and a game state in which the first big prize winning port 25 is open. Furthermore, the pachinko machine 1 has a game state of a normal game, a probability variable game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game, and a time-saving game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game. is included.

The normal game is a game state in which the probability of a big hit is set low in the success/failure determination of the first special figure or the second special figure, and the after-mentioned general electric support function is not provided. The pachinko machine 1 performs a game aiming at the first special figure starting port 23 by a left-handed game in a normal game state.

The probability variation game is a gaming state in which the probability of a big hit in the success/failure determination of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is set to a higher probability than the normal game. The variable probability game is a game that can be shifted through a big win game according to the big win pattern (or the kind of the big win game based on the big win pattern) determined when judging the success or failure causing the big win game after the end of the big win game. In the probability variation game, the number of fluctuations of the special symbols that did not become a big hit continuously due to the success or failure determination of the first special symbol and the second special symbol in the game reaches a predetermined continuous number (for example, 100 times) It is a configuration that shifts to the normal game by satisfying the end condition such as. The pachinko machine 1 performs a right-handed game in a variable probability game state.

The time-saving game has a time-saving function that shortens the average fluctuation time of the special figure in the judgment of the first special figure or the second special figure, and the probability of winning at the time of the judgment of the general figure is high, and the variation of the general figure This is a game state in which a general electricity support function is provided in which the time is shortened and the opening time of the general electricity accessory 22 is extended.

The pachinko machine 1 has a plurality of types of time-saving games. One of them is a time-saving game (also referred to as a time-saving game) that can be shifted through a big-hit game after the end of the big-hit game. The pachinko machine 1 is configured so as to always shift to "a time-saving game" after the end of the jackpot game. For example, the pachinko machine 1 may be configured to shift to a probability variable game and a time saving game after the jackpot game ends.

In addition, the pachinko machine 1, in the type of time-saving game, variation (small hit Variation or loss variation) reaches a preset predetermined number of times (also referred to as the number of times the privilege has been reached, for example, 900 times), a special time-saving game that can be transferred from the normal game without going through the jackpot game (also called b time-saving game ). In this case, when shifting to the variable probability game after the end of the big hit game, the number of fluctuations in which the first special symbol and the second special symbol do not result in a continuous big win after the duration of the relevant probability variable game is counted.

Furthermore, the pachinko machine 1 is a type of time-saving game, in a normal game, a predetermined predetermined losing pattern is determined at the time of determining whether the first special symbol or the second special symbol A time-saving game (also called c time-saving game) that can be transferred from the game is provided.

In any of these time-saving games, the number of fluctuations of special figures that did not become a big hit continuously due to the success or failure determination of the first special figure and the second special figure is a predetermined number of times of continuation (for example, 100 times, 500 times, etc.) is satisfied, the normal game is started.

It should be noted that the time-saving game, depending on the game configuration, the average fluctuation time of the special figure may not be shortened and only the general electric support function may be provided. In particular, in the case of a structure that gives time reduction without going through a big hit game such as "b time saving game" or "c time saving game", it is not permitted by the rules to shift the winning probability to a high probability without going through a big hit game. , In the case of a configuration having such a time saving, it is necessary to configure a time saving game state without shifting the normal figure winning probability to a high probability. From this, you may simply call what makes it easy to win prizes to general electric accessories as a time-saving game. The pachinko machine 1 performs a game aiming at a general electric accessory 22 (second special figure starting port 24) by a right-handed game in a time-saving game state.

In this way, the pachinko machine 1 having the normal game, the variable probability game, and the short-time game, immediately after the end of the jackpot game, the game state is the variable probability/short-time game state (high probability/short-time) consisting of the variable probability and the short time, or It can be shifted to either normal probability/time saving gaming state (low probability/time saving). That is, immediately after the end of the jackpot game, the time-saving game state is always set for a predetermined period. Further, the pachinko machine 1 is configured to shift to a bonus time-saving game when the fluctuation of the first special figure and the second special figure in which the first special figure and the second special figure do not become a big hit in succession reaches the number of times of the bonus time-saving arrival times when shifting to the normal game state.

(4. Game Specifications of Pachinko Machine 1)
Next, the basic specifications of the pachinko machine 1 will be explained. As shown in FIG. 5, the pachinko machine 1 is configured so that the winning probabilities of the first special symbol and the second special symbol can be changed according to the set value. For example, the jackpot probability in the normal game state with the setting value 1 is set to 1/219 for both the first special figure and the second special figure, 1/214 for the setting value 2, and 1/209 for the setting value 3. A setting value of 4 is set to 1/204, a setting value of 5 is set to 1/199, and a setting value of 6 is set to 1/194. The jackpot probability in the variable probability gaming state is set to 1/20 in common for all of the set values 1 to 6 regardless of the first special figure and the second special figure.
In the present embodiment, the jackpot probability of the probability variable gaming state is common to all of the set values 1 to 6, but is not limited to this, and may be different for each set value.

The pachinko machine 1 is not judged to be a small hit in the winning or not judging of the first special figure. On the other hand, the winning probability of the second special figure is set to 175/209 regardless of the normal game state, the variable probability game state, and the set value. Not limited to this, the winning probability of the small hit may be different for each of the normal game state, the variable probability game state, and the set value.

In the pachinko machine 1, the winning probability of the normal pattern is constant regardless of the set value. The winning probability of the normal pattern is set to 1/6 in the normal state, and is set to 5/6 in the variable probability game state or the time reduction game state.

In the pachinko machine 1, the probability variable entry rate to shift to the probability variable game state after the end of the jackpot game is set to 60% for both the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Further, the continuation of the variable probability gaming state is set to 100 times. In this setting, the variable probability game state continues until the next big hit occurs.

In the pachinko machine 1, the time-saving entry rate for shifting to the time-saving game (a time-saving game) state after the end of the jackpot game is set to 100% for both the first special figure and the second special figure. In addition, the continuation of the time-saving game state that shifts after the end of the big hit game is set to 100 times of the fluctuation display times of the first special figure and the second special figure after the end of the big hit game. Furthermore, the continuation of the time-saving game state, which shifts by the number of times of fluctuation display of the first special figure and the second special figure in the non-probability variable game (low probability) state after the end of the jackpot game reaches the number of times of the bonus time-saving arrival, is the end of the jackpot game. This is continued until the number of variable display times of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 500 later.

In the pachinko machine 1, a big win game is carried out at the first big winning hole 25 when a big win of the first special symbol or the second special symbol occurs. In the jackpot game, a 10R jackpot game is selected in which 10 rounds of round games for opening the first jackpot 25 are performed. In each round, the first big winning hole 25 is opened until the opening time reaches 29 seconds or until the number of balls entering the first big winning hole 25 reaches the specified number of nine.

In the pachinko machine 1, a small winning game is carried out at a second big winning opening 26 when a second special prize small winning occurs. In the small winning game, the second big winning opening 26 is opened once over 1.600 seconds.

In the pachinko machine 1, in the non-time-saving game state (normal), the general electric accessory 22 is released once for 1.0 seconds. In addition, when the general figure is won in the time-saving game state, the general electric accessory 22 is released once for 3.0 seconds. In this way, the open time of the general electric accessory 22 is a configuration in which the open time is changed according to the time saving game state and the non-time saving game state.

Next, prize balls will be described. The number of prize balls of the first special figure starting port 23 is set to three per one entering ball. The prize ball of the second special figure starting port 24 is set to one per one entering ball. The number of prize balls in the first big prize hole 25 is set to 10 for each entry ball. The number of prize balls in the second big prize opening 26 is set to 10 per one entering ball. The number of winning balls in the general winning hole 27 is set to 10 per one winning ball.

(5. Startup processing)
Next, the "startup process" executed by main controller 40 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. The "startup process" is a process executed when the power of the pachinko machine 1 is turned on.

As shown in FIG. 6, main controller 40 sets the stack pointer to the stack address as the first process of the "startup process" (process S1). Subsequently, the main controller 40 sets the interrupt vector address of the interrupt vector table to the corresponding register (process S2) and sets the internal register (process S3). space), it is used to specify the start address of an interrupt processing program, which will be described later.

Next, main controller 40 reads the register of the input port (process S4) and determines whether or not the power failure stop signal is OFF (process S5). If the power failure detection signal remains ON and the determination is negative (process S5: No), main controller 40 determines that the voltage supplied from power supply board 45 has not reached the predetermined voltage. In this case, main controller 40 returns to process S4 and repeats process S4 and process S5 until the power failure stop signal is turned OFF.

On the other hand, if the power failure detection signal is switched to OFF and the determination is affirmative (process S5: Yes), the voltage supplied from the power supply board 45 is equal to or higher than the predetermined voltage, and the voltage is stably supplied. It is determined that the state is reached, and writing to the RWM is permitted (process S6).

After processing S6, main controller 40 executes an initial setting process (processing S7). This initial setting process (process S7) mainly sets the transition mode. Thereafter, main controller 40 prohibits interrupts (process S8) and saves registers (process S9). Further, main controller 40 executes a game performance calculation process for calculating game performance such as a base value (process S10). In other words, main controller 40 performs calculations related to game performance outside the RWM area.

After processing S10, main controller 40 executes register restoration (processing S11), permits interrupts (processing S12), and returns to processing S8. In this manner, main controller 40 repeatedly executes processing S8 to processing S12 in the activation process. On the other hand, main controller 40 periodically (for example, 4m process S period ) to run.

(6. Interrupt processing)
Next, "interrupt processing" executed by main controller 40 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 7, main controller 40 sets a timer and a watchdog timer as the first process executed in the "interrupt process" (process S21). In processing S21, the main controller 40 sets various timers provided in the main controller 40 and clears and restarts the watchdog timer.

After the process S21, the main controller 40 determines whether or not the transition mode to which the pachinko machine 1 shifts after power-on is the "game stop mode" (process S22). As a result, if it is in the "game stop mode" (process S22: Yes), it can be determined that the pachinko machine 1 is in a state in which the game cannot be started and is in a state of waiting for the power switch to be turned off. . Therefore, in this case, main controller 40 permits an interrupt (process S36) and returns to the "startup process" (see FIG. 6).

On the other hand, if it is not the "game stop mode" in the process S22 but a negative determination (process S22: No), the main controller 40 executes a timer update process for updating various timers provided in the main controller 40. (Processing S23). Subsequently, main controller 40 executes an input determination process (process S24), which is a process related to the entry of game balls into various starting holes and various winning holes. Details of the input determination process (process S24) will be described later with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. After the process S24, the main controller 40 executes a win/fail determination process (process S25), which is a process related to win/fail determination and a big hit game. The details of the success/failure determination process (process S25) will be described later with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG.

After the process S25, the main controller 40 executes a game state setting process (process S26) for transmitting a signal to that effect to the hall computer 500 when the game state has changed. In the process S26, the main controller 40, for example, after the jackpot game (special game) or the winning game (universal game) in the above-described win/fail determination process (process S25), a signal to the hall computer 500 after a predetermined time elapses. to send.

Incidentally, when the pachinko machine 1 is connected to a test-fire test device (not shown), the main controller 40 transmits a test signal indicating that the game state has changed to the test-fire test device in step S26.

After processing S26, main controller 40 performs error monitoring processing (processing S27) for monitoring whether or not an error has occurred. The errors monitored by the main controller 40 in the error monitoring process (process S27) include open errors indicating that the front frame 11 and inner frame 30 are open, and abnormal radio waves detected by a radio wave sensor (not shown). A radio wave error indicating that an abnormal vibration has been detected, a vibration error indicating that an abnormal vibration has been detected by a vibration sensor (not shown), and the like are exemplified.

After the process S27, the main controller 40 executes a prize ball command transmission process (process S28) for transmitting the prize ball command to the payout control device 41. FIG. Then, the payout control device 41, based on the received ball command, executes the payout of the prize balls set for each of the various starting openings or the various winning openings in which the balls have entered.

After processing S28, the main controller 40 creates image data, sound data, etc. according to the content of the game during execution, and executes performance data output processing (processing S29) for outputting to the sub-integrated control device 42. FIG. Further, the main control device 40, when detecting the occurrence of an error in the above-described error monitoring process (processing S27), depending on the content of the detected error, the error display in the effect symbol display device 47, the frame side decoration lamp 113 lighting or blinking, and error notification such as voice output from the speaker 112 is performed as appropriate.

After processing S29, main controller 40 executes external output processing (processing S30) to hall computer 500 via external connection terminal board . In the process S30, the main controller 40, based on the processing contents of the above-described winning/failure determination process (process S25), the first big winning opening solenoid 510, the second big winning opening solenoid 511, and the general electric accessory solenoid 512. to hall computer 500 . Further, in process S30, main controller 40 transmits a security signal to hall computer 500 when an error is detected in the error monitoring process (process S27). In addition, when the pachinko machine 1 is connected to the test-firing test device, the main controller 40, in processing S30, generates data relating to the first grand prize-winning solenoid 510, the second grand prize-winning solenoid 511, and the general electrical role solenoid 512. and security signals to the test-firing equipment.

After the process S30, as shown in FIG. 8, the main controller 40 saves the data in the register (process S31) and executes the performance display data creation process (process S32). In process S32, the main controller 40 displays the calculation result of the calculation process for performance display (process S10) executed outside the RWM area in the "startup process" (see FIG. 6) and the test result of the test firing test to the performance display device. Create data for display. After processing S32, main controller 40 executes register restoration (processing S33).

After processing S33, main controller 40 executes segment data creation processing (processing S34). In process S34, main controller 40 prepares to display the data created in process S32 on the performance display device by displaying commons of various LEDs (display areas in units of 8 bits related to LED segments) provided in the performance display device. Create segment data for light emission control.

After the processing S34, the main controller 40 displays the game performance and the trial shooting test data on the performance display device as display processing (processing S35) for various display devices. In addition, in the process S35, the main control device 40, depending on the game situation during execution, the first special figure display device 281, the second special figure display device 283, the normal symbol display device 285, the variable display and confirmation of various symbols display, etc. After processing S35, main controller 40 permits an interrupt (processing S36), and returns to "startup processing" (see FIG. 6).

Note that the main controller 40 executes the arithmetic processing for performance display (processing S10) in the “startup processing” (see FIG. 6), whereas the main controller 40 executes the arithmetic processing for performance display (processing S10). Processing is performed by interrupt processing. In this regard, main controller 40 performs the performance display calculation processing (processing S10), which requires a large amount of processing, in the startup processing, thereby prohibiting interrupts (processing S8) before the performance display calculation processing (processing S10) ends. , FIG. 6) can be prevented from being executed. On the other hand, the main controller 40 executes the display processing for the performance display device at the same timing as the display processing for the first special figure display device 281 or the like, thereby improving the efficiency of display control.

(7. Input determination processing)
Next, the "input determination process" (process S24) executed in the "interrupt process" (see FIG. 7) will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 9, main controller 40 executes a special figure entry confirmation process (process S101) as the first process of the "input determination process" (process S24). The special figure entering ball confirmation process (process S101) is a process executed when a game ball enters the first special figure starting opening 23 or the second special figure starting opening 24. FIG. The details of the special figure entry confirmation process (process S101) will be described later with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG.

After processing S101, main controller 40 executes a normal game entry confirmation processing (processing S102). The normal pattern entering ball confirmation process (process S102) is a process executed when a game ball enters the normal pattern operation opening 21.

After processing S102, main controller 40 executes winning number counting processing (processing S103). The winning number counting process (process S103) is a process executed when a game ball enters the first big winning hole 25, the second big winning hole 26 or the general winning hole 27. FIG. Specifically, in the process S103, the main controller 40, when the first count switch 506, the second count switch 507 or the general winning opening switch 508 detects a game ball, 1 is added to the value of the counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the winning opening 26 or the general winning opening 27.例文帳に追加

After processing S103, main controller 40 executes out count processing (processing S104). The number-of-outs count process (process S104) is a process of totaling the number of outs used for calculating the game performance. Specifically, in the process S104, the main control device 40, the first special figure starting opening switch 503, the second special figure starting opening switch 504, the normal symbol operation switch 505, the first count switch 506, the second count switch 507, When the general winning opening switch 508 and the out opening switch 509 detect game balls, 1 is added to the value of the counter that counts the number of outs.

After processing S104, main controller 40 determines whether or not the frequency of ball entry into general winning opening 27 is abnormal (processing S105). Specifically, in processing S105, when the number of game balls entering the general winning hole 27 within a predetermined time (for example, 60 seconds) exceeds a specified winning number (for example, 10), the main controller 40 is determined to have been performed. As a result, if the ball-entering frequency is normal and the determination is negative (process S105: No), main controller 40 terminates this process and returns to the "interrupt process" (see FIG. 7).

On the other hand, if the ball-entering frequency is abnormal and the determination is affirmative (process S105: Yes), the main control device 40 transmits an illegality notification command to the payout control device 41 and the sub-integrated control device 42 (process S106 ), the process ends. In processing S106, the payout control device 41 that has received the fraudulent notification command from the main controller 40 lights the fraudulent notification lamp provided in the payout control device 41. FIG.

In addition, the sub-integrated control device 42 that has received the fraud notification command from the main control device 40 performs error notification by lighting or blinking the frame-side decoration lamp 113, outputting sound from the speaker 112, or the like. Further, the performance symbol control device 43, which has received the fraudulent notification command from the sub-integrated control device 42, performs a warning display to the effect that fraud has been done in the performance symbol display device 47. - 特許庁In addition, the error notification by voice output from the speaker 112 ends 30 seconds after the error notification is started, and the error notification by the warning display on the production pattern display device 47 and the frame side decoration lamp 113 starts the error notification. It ends after 5 minutes.

(7-1. Special figure entry confirmation process)
Next, the "special figure entry confirmation process" (process S101) executed in the "input determination process" (process S24, see FIG. 9) will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. The "special figure entry confirmation process" (process S101) extracts and holds and stores a plurality of random numbers of the first special figure according to the entry into the first special figure start port 23, and the second special figure start A plurality of kinds of random numbers of the second special symbols are extracted according to the ball entering the mouth 24 and retained and stored. And it is a process of transmitting various commands to the sub-integrated control device 42 due to the ball entering the first special figure starting port 23 and the second special figure starting port 24 .

As shown in FIG. 10, the "special figure entry confirmation process" first determines whether or not the entry into the first special figure entry opening 23 is detected by the first special figure entry opening switch 503 in the process S110. . If the determination is negative (process S110: No), the process proceeds to process S115.

If the determination is affirmative (process S110: Yes), whether or not the number of reserved storage of the first special figure stored in the first special figure reserved storage area in the process S111 is full (whether the upper limit number has been reached or) to judge. If the determination is affirmative (process S111: Yes), the process proceeds to process S115.

If it is a negative determination in the process S111 (process S111: No), in the process S112, the first special pattern jackpot determination random number, jackpot pattern determination random number, reach determination random number, variation pattern determination random number, etc. are extracted. . The extracted various random numbers are stored in the temporary storage area of the first special figure reservation storage area. Furthermore, the various random numbers stored in the temporary storage area are stored in the main storage area of the first special figure reserved storage area as the first special figure reserved storage area. In addition, even if the number of reserved storage of the first special figure is "0", various random numbers such as winning or not random numbers extracted when the game ball enters the first special figure start port 23 are less than the maximum value. It is stored in the same way as if there was a stored number.

Subsequently, the prefetch determination process of the first special figure of the process S113 is executed. In this look-ahead determination process, the random number for determining the jackpot, the random number for determining the jackpot pattern, etc., stored in the temporary storage area of the first special figure reservation storage area, before the hit/or-fail determination of whether or not the jackpot will be achieved is performed. Check if it is a specific number. For example, as a specific numerical value, whether it is a numerical value that is determined to be a big hit, a numerical value that is determined to be a super reach or a reach, etc., and in the case of a big hit, a variable game, a first time-saving game or a second time-saving game is given. It is confirmed whether or not it is a big hit. Also, in this process, a prefetch command indicating the determination result of the prefetch determination of the first special figure is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 . After that, in the process S114, a pending storage counter indicating the number of pending storage is added, and a pending number instruction command indicating the added value of the pending storage counter of the first special figure is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42.

It should be noted that the prefetch command is desirably transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 when there is a possibility of a big hit, reach, or the like. Of course, the configuration may be such that the prefetch command is sent to the sub-integrated control device 42 each time, regardless of the content of the determination. In response to the look-ahead command, the sub-integrated control device 42 carries out a look-ahead performance suggesting the possibility of a big hit or a ready-to-win in the pending memory symbols of the performance symbol display device 47. - 特許庁

In the following process S115, it is determined whether or not the second special figure starting opening switch 504 detects the ball entering the second special figure starting opening 24 or not. If the determination is negative (process S115: No), this process ends and returns to the "input determination process" (see FIG. 9).

If the determination is affirmative (process S115: Yes), in process S116 whether the number of reserved storage of the second special figure stored in the second special figure reserved storage area is full (whether the upper limit number has been reached or) to judge. If the determination is affirmative (process S116: Yes), the process returns.

If it is a negative determination in the process S116 (process S116: No), in the process S117, the random number for the second special pattern jackpot determination, the jackpot pattern determination random number, the small hit pattern determination random number, the reach determination random number, the variation pattern Random numbers for decision etc. are extracted. The extracted various random numbers are stored in the temporary storage area of the second special figure reservation storage area. Furthermore, various random numbers stored in the temporary storage area are stored in the main storage area of the second special figure reservation storage area as the second special figure reservation storage area. Further, the random number stored in the predetermined storage area is stored as reserved storage. In addition, even if the number of pending memories of the second special figure is "0", various random numbers such as winning random numbers extracted when the game ball enters the second special figure start port 24 are less than the maximum value. It is stored in the same way as if there was a stored number.

Subsequently, in the process S118, the second special figure prefetch determination process is executed. In this look-ahead determination process, the random number for determining the jackpot, the random number for determining the jackpot pattern, etc., stored in the temporary storage area of the second special figure reservation storage area, before the hit or failure determination is performed. Check if it is a specific number. For example, as a specific numerical value, whether it is a numerical value that is determined to be a big hit, a numerical value that is determined to be a super reach or a reach, etc., and in the case of a big hit, a variable game, a first time-saving game or a second time-saving game is given. It is confirmed whether or not it is a big hit. In addition, in this process, a prefetch command indicating the determination result of the prefetch determination of the second special figure is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 . After that, in the process S119, the pending storage counter indicating the pending storage number is added, and the pending storage number instruction command indicating the added pending storage counter value of the first special figure is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42.

It should be noted that the read-ahead command is desirably configured such that the read-ahead command is sent to the sub-integrated control device 42 every time, regardless of the determination content. Of course, it may be configured to transmit to the sub-integrated control device 42 when there is a possibility of a big hit, reach, or the like. In response to the look-ahead command, the sub-integrated control device 42 carries out a pending symbol performance suggesting that there is a possibility of a big hit or a ready-to-win in the pending symbols of the performance symbol display device 47.例文帳に追加

In the special figure entry confirmation process (process S101), if the number of reserved storage is not full, the extracted random number is stored in a preset temporary storage area, and then the random number stored in the temporary storage area is stored. It is configured to be stored in the subject's reserved storage area. Without being limited to this, if the number of reserved memories is not full, the extracted random numbers may be stored in the temporary memory area and the main reserved memory area, respectively. Furthermore, when a random number is extracted due to the ball entering the first special figure starting port 23 or the second special figure starting port 24, the extracted random number is stored in a temporary storage area. Then, it is confirmed whether or not the number of reserved memories is full, and if not full, the random number stored in the temporary memory area may be stored in the reserved memory area of the subject. In this case, if the number of reserved memories is full, the random numbers stored in the temporary memory area are erased.

In addition, in the special figure entering ball confirmation process (process S101), the prefetch determination process prefetches the random number stored in the temporary storage area, but not limited to this, the random number stored in the main reservation storage area You may make it prefetch and determine.

(8. Appropriateness determination processing)
Next, the success/failure determination process (process S25) executed in the interrupt process will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 11, the main controller 40, as the first process to be executed in the success/failure determination process (process S25), the general figure success/failure determination process which is a process related to the success/failure determination and winning game (universal figure game) of the general figure. (Processing S200) is executed.

Subsequently, the main controller 40 executes a special figure success/failure determination process (process S300), which is a process related to the first special figure or second special figure success/failure determination, small winning game, and big winning game. The details of the special figure propriety determination process (process S300) will be described later with reference to the flowcharts shown in FIGS.

(8-1. Special figure right or wrong determination process)
As shown in FIG. 12, the "special figure win/loss determination process" first confirms whether or not the special electric role is not activated in the process S300, and determines whether or not the jackpot game is in progress. If the determination is negative (process S300: No), the process proceeds to the "jackpot game process" (see FIG. 17).
If the determination is affirmative (process S300: Yes), it is determined whether or not the first special figure or the second special figure is in the process of stopping fluctuation in the process S301. If the determination is affirmative (process S301: Yes), it is determined whether or not the confirmed symbol of the first special figure or the second special figure is being displayed in the process S302.

If the affirmative determination is made in the process S302 (process S302: Yes), it is determined whether or not there is a pending memory of the second special figure in the process S303. If it is an affirmative determination (process S303: Yes), the number of pending memories of the second special figure is subtracted in process S304, and shift processing of the pending storage is performed. By the shift process, the oldest reserved memory among the reserved memories of the second special figure is subject to the propriety determination.

If it is a negative determination in the processing S303 (processing S303: No), it is determined in processing S305 whether or not there is a reserved memory of the first special figure. If the determination is affirmative (process S305: Yes), the number of pending memories of the first special figure is subtracted in process S306, and shift processing of the pending storage is performed. By the shift process, the oldest reserved memory among the reserved memories of the first special figure becomes the target of the propriety determination.

Following the processing S304 or the processing S306, in the processing S310 shown in FIG. 13, the probability variation flag is checked to determine whether the current gaming state is the probability variation gaming state of the special figure. If the determination is affirmative (process S310: Yes), in process S311, the determination is made by comparing the success/failure determination table at the time of probability variation (high probability) with the jackpot determination random number in the reserved storage that is the target of the success/failure determination.

If it is a negative determination in the processing S310 (processing S310: No), in the processing S312, the normal probability (low probability) success determination table and the jackpot determination random number to be the target of the success determination are compared. make a judgment.

Subsequently, in the process S313, it is determined whether or not the winning determination in the process S311 or the process S312 is a big hit.
If the determination is affirmative (process S313: Yes), in process S314, the big-hit design is determined based on the big-hit design determination random number in the pending memory, which is the target of the success/failure determination.
Subsequently, in step S315, based on the random number for determining the variation pattern in the reserved storage, which is the object of the determination, the variation pattern such as the variation time of the jackpot symbol of the special figure is determined.

After determination of the variation pattern, big hit setting processing is performed in processing S316. In this process, the contents of the big-hit game are set based on the determined big-hit symbols. In addition, after the jackpot game is over, the game state is set to shift to the probability variable game state or to the time reduction game, and the probability variable continuation frequency is set when shifting to the probability variable game state, and the time reduction continuation frequency is set when shifting to the time reduction game state. Furthermore, in this process, the setting of the number of times of benefit time reduction arrival, the setting of the number of fluctuation switching arrivals, the setting of the number of times of benefit time saving continuation, the time setting of the jackpot start production of the jackpot game executed by the production pattern display device 47, the jackpot end production , etc. are set.

Subsequently, in step S317, a process of transmitting the information of the reserved storage after execution of the validity judgment (for example, information indicating the reduction of the reservation storage after execution of the validity judgment) to the sub-integrated control device 42 is performed.
In the following process S318, the symbol variation start control of the first special figure display device 281 or the second special figure display device 283 is performed, the symbol variation start command and the symbol designation command are transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42, and "jackpot game processing ”. In addition, the variation start command and the design designation command include the variation pattern of the special figure, the determination result of the right or wrong determination of the special figure, and the like. Depending on the configuration, a pattern confirmation command may be sent to instruct the end of the variable time. However, since the fluctuation time is specified in advance by the fluctuation pattern or the like, it is not essential.

If a negative determination is made in the processing S313 (processing S313: No), it is determined in processing S320 whether or not the success or failure determination in the processing S311 or the processing S312 is a small hit. If the determination is affirmative (process S320: Yes), in process S321, a small winning symbol is determined based on the random number for determining the small winning symbol of the second special symbol, which is the target of the success/failure determination.

Subsequently, in the process S322, based on the random number for determining the variation pattern of the second special figure, which is the target of the judgment, the variation pattern such as the variation time of the small winning symbol of the second special figure is selected in advance. Determined from the fluctuation pattern table for fluctuations other than hour.

Then, small hit setting processing is performed in processing S323. In this process, based on the determined small winning pattern, the contents of the small winning game, the setting of the time of the small winning start performance of the small winning game performed by the performance pattern display device 47, the time of the small winning ending performance, etc. Settings are made. After that, the processing S317 and the processing S318 are executed, and the process returns.

If it is a negative determination (processing S320: No) in the processing S320, the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a losing determination, so the first special symbol or the second special symbol is determined in the processing S325. , In the process S326, based on the random number for determining the variation pattern of the first special figure or the second special figure to be the target of the success/failure determination, the variation pattern such as the variation time of the losing symbol is selected in advance other than at the time of the big hit. Determined from the fluctuation pattern table for fluctuation. Next, in step S327, a loss setting process is performed. After that, the process S317 and the process S318 are executed, and then the process returns.

If a negative determination is made in the process S301 shown in FIG. 12 (process S301: no), as shown in FIG. If the determination is negative (process S330: No), the process proceeds to "jackpot game process".
If it is an affirmative determination (process S330: Yes), in the finalized symbol display process of process S331, control is performed to terminate the variable display of the special figures of the first special figure display device 281 or the second special figure display device 283. After that, it shifts to the "jackpot game process".

If it is a negative determination in the processing S302 shown in FIG. 12 (processing S302: No), as shown in FIG. determine whether or not If the determination is negative (process S340: No), the process proceeds to "big hit game process".

On the other hand, if the determination is affirmative (processing S340: Yes), in processing S341 the first special figure display by the first special figure display device 281 or the second special figure confirmation symbol display by the second special figure display device 283 , and transmits a command to the sub-integrated control device 42 to end the confirmation display of the pseudo performance symbol corresponding to the first special symbol or the second special symbol.

Subsequently, in step S342, it is determined whether or not the symbols of the first special symbol or the second special symbol are a combination that will result in a big hit. If the determination is affirmative (processing S342: Yes), it is determined whether or not the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation gaming state is "1" in processing S343. If the determination is negative (process S343: No), the process proceeds to process S345. If the determination is affirmative (process S343: Yes), the probability variation flag is reset to "0" in process S344.

In processing S345, it is determined whether or not the time saving flag indicating the time saving gaming state is "1". If the determination is negative (process S345: No), the process proceeds to process S347. If the determination is affirmative (process S345: Yes), the time saving flag is reset to "0" in process S346.

The time saving flag is a flag indicating that the game state is in the time saving game state, and when set (when the value of the flag becomes "1"), the time saving game state is set. On the other hand, when released (when the value of the flag becomes "0"), it is set to a non-time-saving gaming state.

By these processes, the game state regarding the variable probability game and the time saving game during the big hit game is reset to the normal game state.

Next, the operation of the conditional device is started in step S347. In addition, the condition device is operated when the judgment of whether the first special figure or the second special figure is a big hit and the big winning pattern is confirmed and displayed to establish the start condition of the big winning game, and the accessory in the big winning game. It is a device necessary for the operation of continuous actuators.

In the subsequent process S348, the accessory continuous operating device is operated. Furthermore, the special electric accessory is operated according to the operation of the accessory continuous operating device. As a result, the big win game can be started, and the big win game start process is performed in the following process S349.

In the jackpot game start process, a command to start the jackpot game and information related to the jackpot game (jackpot opening time, opening pattern, jackpot ending time, number of rounds, etc.) are sent to the sub-integrated control device 42 . After that, it shifts to the "jackpot game process".

If it is a negative determination in the process S342 (process S342: No), as shown in FIG. 16, it is determined whether or not the second special figure is a combination of small hits in process S351. If the determination is negative (process S351: No), the process proceeds to process S354. If the determination is affirmative (process S351: Yes), the operation start process of the special electric role product is performed in process S352. In the following process S353, a small hit game start process is performed. In this process, a command for starting a small-hit game and information relating to the small-hit game (small-hit opening time, opening pattern, small-hit ending time, etc.) are sent to the sub-integrated control device 42 .

Next, in step S354, it is determined whether or not the time saving flag is "1". If the determination is negative (process S354: No), the process proceeds to process S358. If the determination is affirmative (process S354: Yes), the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure after shifting to the time saving game state in the process S355 is counted (counted) by the time saving counter. In this case, the number of fluctuations is the sum of the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure.

For example, in the present embodiment, the number of continuations of the time saving game state is 100 times or 500 times (special time saving game (b time saving)), and the counting process by the time saving counter sets the count value of the time saving counter to the number of times of continuation "100" It is desirable to perform a process of subtracting "1" from "500" times, or every variation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol other than the big hits from "500" times. Not limited to this, the process of counting the number of fluctuations is the process of adding "1" to the count value of the time saving counter from the initial value "0" for each fluctuation other than the first special figure and the second special figure. You can do it.

Next, in the process S356, it is determined whether or not the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure has reached the end number (100 times or 500 times) of ending the time saving gaming state. That is, it is determined whether or not the value counted in step S355 is "0" (in the case of an addition configuration, it is determined whether or not it is 100 or 500). If the determination is negative (process S356: No), the process proceeds to process S358. If it is an affirmative determination (process S356: Yes), a time saving flag will be reset to "0" in process S357. As a result, the time-saving game is terminated, and the game state is shifted to a non-time-saving game state.

In the subsequent process S358, it is determined whether or not the gaming state is low probability. If the determination is negative (process S358: No), the process proceeds to process S367. If the determination is affirmative (process S358: Yes), in process S359, it is determined whether or not the small hit design or the losing design set with the success/failure determination is a time saving design. If the determination is negative (process S359: No), the process proceeds to process S362.

If it is affirmative determination in process S359 (process S359: Yes), it will shift to a time-saving game state. Therefore, in the process S360, the number of continuations (100 times) predetermined according to the time-saving design of the small winning design or the losing design is set in the time-saving counter. Next, in step S361, the time saving flag is set to "1". As a result, a time-saving game state is provided.

In this case, when the time saving pattern is a small winning pattern, the state is shifted to a time saving game state after the small winning game is finished. On the other hand, when the time-saving design is a losing design, it shifts to the time-saving gaming state after the end of the variation of the special design. Incidentally, the pachinko machine 1 is invalidated even if the time saving pattern is displayed in the time saving game state. That is, the time saving game state is not newly started after the fluctuation ends, but the time saving game state before the fluctuation is continued (counting of the time saving counter is continued).

In the subsequent process S362, a process of counting the number of times of variable display that does not result in a big hit of the first special figure and the second special figure after the end of the last big hit game is performed by the privilege time saving counter. The count in this case is the sum of the number of variable displays that do not result in a big hit in the first and second special symbols.

For example, the process of counting with the benefit time-saving counter is the process of adding "1" to the count value of the benefit time-saving counter from the initial value "0" for each fluctuation other than the first special figure and the second special figure. It is desirable to Not limited to this, the process of counting the number of fluctuations other than the big hit is performed by setting the number of reward time reduction arrival times (for example, 900 times) determined in advance after the end of the previous big hit game to the reward time reduction counter as a count value. A process of subtracting "1" from the count value may be performed for each fluctuation other than the big hit of the figure and the second special figure. It should be noted that the bonus time reduction counter is reset (cleared) to the initial value by the occurrence of the jackpot game (see processing S349) or reaching the number of bonus time reduction arrival times in processing S365 described later.

Next, in processing S363, it is determined whether or not the number of fluctuations other than the big hits of the first special figure and the second special figure has reached the number of times of reduction in working hours that gives the reduced working hours gaming state. That is, it is determined whether or not the count value of the benefit time-saving counter counted in the process S362 is the number of times the benefit time-saving has reached (it is determined whether or not it is "0" in the configuration of subtraction). If the determination is negative (process S363: No), the process proceeds to process S367.

If the determination is affirmative in the processing S363 (processing S363: Yes), in processing S364, a process of setting the number of continuations (for example, 500 times) of the privilege time-saving gaming state that shifts by reaching the privilege time-saving arrival number is performed. Subsequently, in processing S365, the count value of the benefit time reduction counter is reset to the initial value by reaching the benefit time reduction arrival number.

Next, in step S366, the time saving flag is set to "1". As a result, the game state is shifted to the bonus time-saving game state by reaching the bonus time-saving arrival times. In addition, in the bonus time-saving game state, the symbol change time associated with the determination of whether the first special figure and the second special figure are correct is shortened, and the time-saving function of the general figure and the open extension function of the general electric accessory 22 are given. . On the other hand, the winning probability of the normal figure is not high.

In this case, when reaching the bonus time-saving arrival frequency is the small hit variation display, the game shifts to the bonus time-saving game state after the end of the small hit game. On the other hand, in the case of fluctuation display, the arrival at the number of reward time reduction arrival times is shifted to the reward time reduction game state after the end of the fluctuation of the special figure. In addition, as described above, the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment invalidates the transition to the special time-saving game state even if the number of times of reaching the special time-saving game state is reached. That is, the time saving game state is not newly started after the fluctuation ends, but the time saving game state before the fluctuation is continued (counting of the time saving counter is continued). However, this is an example, and if the number of times the bonus time is reached in the time saving game state is reached, the bonus time saving game is started from there, and when the time saving game is newly started in the time saving game state, the one with the longer number of continuations It is good also as a structure which shifts to. It may be adopted as appropriate when determining the playability.

Subsequently, in processing S367, a state designation command indicating a state such as whether the current game state is a probability variable game state, whether it is a time-saving game state, etc. is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 after the special symbol determination time. . In addition, the timing of transmitting the state designation command from the main control device 40 to the sub-integrated control device 42 is after the special design determination time, but the state designation command is also transmitted at the time of special design fluctuation start and power restoration. may be configured. After that, it shifts to the "jackpot game process".

(8-2. Jackpot game processing)
Next, the "jackpot game process" will be described with reference to FIGS. 17 to 20. FIG.
As shown in FIG. 17, in the "jackpot game process", first, in process S400, it is determined whether or not the accessory continuous operation device is in operation. If the determination is negative (process S400: No), the process is terminated and the process proceeds to "small hit game process". On the other hand, if the determination is affirmative (process S400: Yes), it is determined whether or not the first big winning hole 25 is open in process S401.

If it is a negative determination in the processing S401 (processing S401: No), it is determined whether or not it is during the interval of the big hit game in the processing S402, and if it is a negative determination (processing S402: No), the big hit end effect is being performed in the processing S403. Determine whether or not If the determination is negative (processing S403: No), it is determined whether or not the jackpot start effect time has elapsed in processing S404. If it is a negative determination (process S404: No), it returns to the special figure propriety determination process.

If the determination in the process S404 is affirmative (process S404: Yes), control is performed to open the first big winning hole 25 in the first round in the first big winning hole opening process of the process S405. In addition, in processing S405, a command to start a big hit game is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device . Then return.

If the determination in the processing S401 is affirmative (processing S401: Yes), as shown in FIG. 18, it is determined whether or not nine prizes have been won in the first big winning port 25 (regular number of winnings) (processing S410). , or whether or not the opening time of the first big prize opening 25 has ended (processing S411) is performed, and if the determination is affirmative (processing S410 or processing S411: Yes), the first big prize in processing S412 The mouth 25 is closed, and the process of starting the jackpot interval is executed in the subsequent process S413. After that, return (see FIG. 17). If both of the processing S410 and the processing S411 result in a negative determination (processing S410: No, processing S411: No), the process returns.

If the determination is affirmative in the processing S402 (see FIG. 17) (processing S402: Yes), as shown in FIG. 19, it is determined whether or not the jackpot interval time has elapsed in processing S420. If the determination is negative (process S420: No), the process returns (see FIG. 17). If the determination is affirmative (process S420: Yes), it is determined whether or not it is the final round in process S421. If the determination is affirmative (processing S421: Yes), the processing of the jackpot end effect of processing S422 is executed, and in this processing, a jackpot end command is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 and the performance symbol control device 43, and the jackpot game is ended. and return.

On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in the process S421 (process S421: No), the first big winning hole 25 is opened in the next round by the first big winning hole opening process of the process S423, and the process returns.

If affirmative determination is made in the process S403 (see FIG. 17) (process S403: Yes), as shown in FIG. If the determination is negative (process S430: No), the process returns (see FIG. 17). If the determination is affirmative (process S430: Yes), the process of stopping the operation of the accessory continuous operation device in process S431 is executed, and then the condition device and the special electric accessory are stopped in process S432. Run.

Subsequently, in processing S433, it is determined whether or not it is set to be in a probability variable game state after the end of the big hit game according to the big hit pattern. If the determination is negative (process S433: No), the process proceeds to process S436. If the determination is affirmative (processing S433: Yes), the probability variation continuation number of times to continue the probability variation gaming state is set in processing S434. In this case, the probability variation continuation frequency is set to 100 times. Next, in step S435, the variable probability flag is set to "1". As a result, a variable probability game state is imparted after the end of the jackpot game.

Next, in processing S436, it is determined whether or not it is set to be in a time-saving game state after the end of the big win game in accordance with the big win symbol. If the determination is negative (process S436: No), the process proceeds to process S439. If the determination is affirmative (process S436: Yes), the number of time reduction continuation times for continuing the time reduction gaming state in process S437 is set to the number of times set in the process S316. Next, in processing S438, the time saving flag is set to "1". As a result, a time-saving game state is imparted after the end of the jackpot game. Since the pachinko machine 1 is configured to provide a time saving game with a rush rate of 100% after the jackpot game ends, the time saving flag is set to "1" in the processing S438. Then, in the process S437, the number of continuous time reduction is set to 100 times.

Next, in step S439, a process for transmitting a jackpot end command is executed, and in this process, a jackpot end command is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 or the like. In addition, in processing S440, state designation commands such as variable probability gaming states and time-saving gaming states are transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 and the like. After that, return (see FIG. 17).

If the accessory continuous actuating device is not in operation in the process S400 (see FIG. 17) (process S400: No), the process proceeds to "small winning game process".

(8-3. Small winning game processing)
Next, the "small winning game process" will be described with reference to FIGS. 21 and 22. FIG.
As shown in FIG. 21, in the "small hit game process", first, in the process S450, it is determined whether or not the special electric auditors are in operation. If the determination is negative (process S450: No), the process is terminated and the process returns to the special figure propriety determination process. If the determination is affirmative (processing S450: Yes), it is determined in processing S451 whether or not a small hit start effect is being performed.

If it is affirmative determination in the processing S451 (processing S451: Yes), it is determined whether or not the small hit start production time has elapsed in the processing S452. If the determination is negative (process S452: No), the process returns. If the determination is affirmative (process S452: Yes), the second big winning hole 26 is opened in a predetermined opening mode in process S453. Then return.

If a negative determination is made in the processing S451 (processing S451: No), it is determined whether or not the second big winning opening 26 is open in the processing S454. If the determination is affirmative (processing S454: Yes), it is determined whether or not nine prizes have been won in the second large winning opening 26 (regular winning number) (processing S455), or the opening time of the second large winning opening 26 is It is determined whether or not the game has ended (process S456), and if either is affirmative (process S455 or process S456: Yes), the second big winning hole 26 is closed in process S457. Then return. If both are negative determinations (process S455 or process S456: No), the process returns.

If a negative determination is made in the processing S454 (processing S454: No), as shown in FIG. 22, the operation of the special electric accessory is stopped in processing S460.

Next, a small hit end command is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 in step S461. After that, a state designation command is sent to the sub-integrated control device 42 in step S462, and the process returns. This ends the small winning game.

(9. Production of pachinko machine 1)
The pachinko machine 1 carries out various effects mainly in the effect pattern display device 47 to improve the interest of the game. For example, the pachinko machine 1 uses a pseudo performance pattern according to the success/failure determination of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, and after the pseudo performance symbol is variably displayed, it is confirmed and displayed to notify the result of the success/failure determination. conduct. In addition, the pachinko machine 1 is capable of performing a ready-to-win effect, an operation effect to prompt the player to operate the effect button 15, etc., in the variable effect, and is configured to implement an advance notice effect such as indicating the degree of expectation for a big win. .

(9-1. Variation effect)
In the pachinko machine 1, when the first special figure display device 281 or the second special figure display device 283 starts the pattern variation of the first special figure or the second special figure according to the success or failure judgment, the effect symbol display device 47 , start the variable production of the pseudo production design corresponding to the first special figure or the second special figure. As shown in FIG. 23(a), the display screen of the performance symbol display device 47 is large in the lower half, and a pseudo performance consisting of three numerical symbols corresponding to the fluctuation of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. The pattern 700 is variably displayed. A character image 710 of "Kuma no Tatsukichi", which is the main character of the pachinko machine 1, is displayed on the upper right side of the display screen. Then, in the lower left part of the display screen, a first reserved memory display image 721 indicating the existence of the reserved memory of the first special figure is displayed. Similarly, in the lower right portion, a second reserved memory display image 722 indicating the existence of the reserved memory of the second special figure is displayed.

The pachinko machine 1 develops a ready-to-win performance when the degree of expectation for a big win is high when the pseudo performance pattern 700 changes. In this case, as shown in FIG. 23(b), on the display screen of the production pattern display device 47, a reach suggestion display section 731 is displayed on the upper left side, and a large reach pseudo production pattern is displayed in the lower half of the display screen. 701 is displayed. In the ready-to-win pseudo production pattern 701, the two patterns on both sides are stopped at the same pattern, and only the central pattern is fluctuating. In addition, the example of a figure shows normal reach (N reach).

In the pachinko machine 1, if the result of the winning/failure determination of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit, as shown in FIG. Display portion 732 . Then, in the lower half of the display screen, a big win pseudo performance symbol 702 consisting of three identical symbols corresponding to the big win symbols of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is decidedly displayed. In addition, as the character image 710, "Tatsukichi the bear" with a big smile is displayed.

The pachinko machine 1, as shown in FIG. A small winning pseudo performance pattern 703 consisting of three corresponding identical small winning patterns is fixedly displayed.

In addition, the pachinko machine 1 can implement special reach (SP reach) in which the degree of expectation for a big hit is higher than that of N reach in the reach performance. For example, the SP reach performs an operation performance to prompt the player to operate the performance button 15 or the like during the performance. Then, according to the player's operation, the player's expectation for the big win is heightened, and an effect is performed to inform the judgment result as to whether or not the big win has occurred. In addition, the pachinko machine 1 can carry out a plurality of types of SP reach with different contents of operation effects.

In the first SP reach, the pachinko machine 1, for example, as shown in FIG. A reach display portion 741 is displayed, and a first SP reach A image 742 in which a fighter attempts to destroy a large rock is displayed.

Next, when the first SP reach progresses, the pachinko machine 1 displays, as shown in FIG. A 1SP reach B image 743 is developed.

Further, when the first SP reach progresses, the pachinko machine 1 prompts the player to press the effect button 15 on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 47, as shown in FIG. 24(c). An operation effect image 744 is displayed. The operation effect in this case is an effect requiring a simple operation such as simply pressing the effect button 15 once.

Subsequently, the player operates the effect button 15 according to the operation effect, and if the result of the win/loss determination of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit, the effect symbol is displayed as shown in FIG. 24(d). On the display screen of the display device 47, a big hit pseudo performance pattern 702 consisting of three identical patterns corresponding to the big hit pattern of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is largely determined and displayed. Furthermore, in the background, for example, a comment such as "successful destruction" is displayed when the rock has been successfully destroyed, which is the direction of the SP reach, and a big hit achievement video 745 in which the fighter succeeds in the challenge of destroying the large rock and makes a fist pose. expand. Thereafter, the pachinko machine 1 shifts to the big win game, and the big win game start performance is developed on the performance symbol display device 47.例文帳に追加
In addition, when the result of the right/wrong determination of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a failure, a failure confirmation effect pattern is displayed with an image of failure in breaking the rock as a background, for example.

(9-2. Position change of pending memory display)
By the way, depending on the player, there are many people who think that during the fluctuation of the first special pattern or the second special pattern, it is beneficial because the reserved memory does not accumulate even if the game ball is continued to be shot after the reserved memory is full. . For example, it becomes difficult to grasp the state of entering a ball at the start opening or the like by concentrating on the screen of the performance display such as during the operation performance. Then, although there is not much problem in the operation effect with relatively simple operations shown in FIG. Even if it is full, you may shoot a game ball that is not profitable without noticing it.

On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 1, in addition to the operation presentation of the example shown in FIG. It is desirable to increase the fun of the game by
Therefore, the pachinko machine 1 changes the display position of the reserved memory display in accordance with the performance display at the time of operation performance so that the reserved memory display is within the field of view of the player.

(9-2-1. Pending memory display position change processing)
Next, with reference to FIG. 25, the "holding storage display position change processing" in the pachinko machine 1 will be described. The “holding storage display position change processing” is program processing executed by the sub-integrated control device 42 and is a subroutine branched from the main routine of the sub-integrated control device 42 .

As shown in FIG. 25, the sub-integrated control device 42 first determines whether or not the first special figure or the second special figure is fluctuating in the "holding storage display position change process" (process S501). If the determination is negative (process S501: No), this process is terminated and the sub-integrated control device 42 returns to the main routine.

If the determination is affirmative in the processing S501 (processing S501: Yes), in processing S502, it is determined whether or not there is a pending memory of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. If the determination is negative (process S502: No), the process returns.

If it is affirmative determination in the processing S502 (processing S502: Yes), in processing S503, the display position of the pending storage display of the first special figure and the second special figure is the normal position (see FIG. 23 (a) (b) ). If the determination is negative (process S503: No), the process returns.

If the result of processing S503 is affirmative (processing S503: Yes), then in processing S504 it is determined whether or not the effect is a predetermined operation effect whose operation content is not simple. If the determination is negative (process S504: No), the process returns.

If the determination is affirmative in the processing S504 (processing S504: Yes), in the processing S505, the display position of the pending memory display of the first special figure and the second special figure is changed from the normal position to the predetermined position. . By this processing, a command is transmitted from the sub-integrated control device 42 to the performance symbol control device 43, and the performance symbol display device 47 is controlled by the performance symbol control device 43 to change the display position of the pending memory display. Then return.

The position change of the reserved memory display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol in the process S505 is, for example, the main effect display of the predetermined operation effect is moved to one of the positions in the vertical direction of the display screen of the effect symbol display device 47. , it should not be displayed at least in the other position in the vertical direction. That is, when the main effect display is displayed at the upper position in the vertical direction of the display screen of the effect symbol display device 47, the reserved storage display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed at least under the effect symbol display device 47. Do not display on the side position. Also, when the main effect display is displayed near the upper end of the display screen, the reserved memory display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is not displayed at least near the lower end of the effect display device. .
In addition, it is desirable to display the reserved storage display of the first special figure or the second special figure at one of the positions in the vertical direction same as the display position of the main effect display of the operation effect.

The position change of the reserved memory display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol in the process S505 is, for example, the main effect display of the predetermined operation effect is moved to either one of the left and right positions of the display screen of the effect symbol display device 47. , it should not be displayed at least at the other position in the opposite left-right direction. That is, when the main effect display is displayed on the left side of the display screen of the effect symbol display device 47 in the left-right direction, at least the reserved storage display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed on the right side of the effect symbol display device 47. is not displayed at the position of Also, when the main effect display is displayed at a position near the left end of the display screen, the reserved memory display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is not displayed at least at a position near the right end of the effect display device. Eggplant.
In addition, it is desirable to display the reserved memory display of the first special figure or the second special figure at one of the same positions in the left and right direction as the display position of the main effect display of the operation effect. The same is done when the left and right are reversed.

(9-2-2. Example of the first modification of the reserved memory display position)
Next, referring to the second SP reach shown in FIG. 26, a first modification example of the pending memory display position in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In the second SP reach, the pachinko machine 1, for example, as shown in FIG. A reach display portion 751 is displayed, and a second SP reach A image 752 in which a fighter challenges to destroy a large rock is displayed.

Next, when the second SP reach progresses, the pachinko machine 1 displays on the display screen of the performance symbol display device 47, the first time the fighter is challenging to destroy the large rock, as shown in FIG. 26(b). The 2SP reach B image 753 is developed.

Further, when the second SP reach progresses, the pachinko machine 1 displays the effect button 15 on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 47 in accordance with a plurality of predetermined timings for the player, as shown in FIG. 26(c). is displayed.

The operation effect of the second SP reach is such that a plurality of star marks are displayed moving in a line from the right side of the display screen of the effect pattern display device 47 toward the left side of the display screen. Then, the effect is such that the player presses the effect button 15 at the timing when each star mark overlaps the effect button mark 755 displayed on the left side of the display screen.

In such a second SP reach operation effect, the player concentrates and pays attention to the effect button mark 755 overlapping the star mark on the left side of the display screen, and the effect button mark 755 is the second SP reach operation. It becomes the main presentation display of the presentation.

Then, the pachinko machine 1 displays the first reserved memory display image 721 indicating the existence of the reserved memory of the first special figure and the second reserved memory display image 722 indicating the existence of the reserved memory of the second special figure, respectively. It is displayed in the vertical direction at a position near the left edge of the display screen of the device 47 and close to the effect button mark 755 .

In this way, the pachinko machine 1, in the operation effect of the second SP reach, during the operation effect, on the right side of the display screen opposite to the main effect display 755 (the area P surrounded by the broken line) The first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 are not displayed. Then, the first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 are changed from the normal display position (see FIG. 26(b)) to the left position of the display screen near the main effect display 755 of the operation effect. displayed as By doing so, the player can catch the first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 in his field of vision even while concentrating on the operation effect, and can easily grasp the number of reserved memories. can. Therefore, even if the reserved memory is full, the game ball which is not useful is not shot without being noticed. In addition, it is possible to realize game characteristics that meet the ideas of many players, such as stopping shooting when the reserved memory is full.

(9-2-3. Example of Second Change of Reserved Memory Display Position)
Next, with reference to FIG. 26(d), a second modification of the pending memory display position in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In another effect of the second SP reach, for example, as shown in FIG. It is also conceivable to display the second SP reach operation effect B image 756 prompting the user to continuously press the effect button 15 in accordance with . In this case, the effect button mark 757 overlapping the star mark is displayed at the upper left position of the display screen.

Then, the pachinko machine 1 displays the first reserved memory display image 721 indicating the existence of the reserved memory of the first special figure and the second reserved memory display image 722 indicating the existence of the reserved memory of the second special figure, respectively. It is displayed in the horizontal direction at a position close to the effect button mark 757 at the upper end and left side position of the display screen of the device 47 .

In this way, the pachinko machine 1, in other effects of the second SP reach, during the operation effect, the lower position of the display screen opposite to the main effect display 757 (the area P ), the first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 are not displayed. Then, the first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 are displayed at the upper end and left side of the display screen near the main effect display 755 of the operation effect from the normal display position (see FIG. 26(b)). Displayed to change to position. By doing so, the player can catch the first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 in the field of view even while concentrating on the operation performance, as in the "first modified example". can easily grasp the number of reserved memories. Therefore, even if the reserved memory is full, the game ball which is not useful is not shot without being noticed. In addition, it is possible to realize game characteristics that meet the ideas of many players, such as stopping shooting when the reserved memory is full.

(9-2-4. Example of third modification of pending memory display position)
Next, with reference to the third SP reach shown in FIG. 27, a third modification of the pending memory display position in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In the third SP reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 27(a), the pachinko machine 1 displays "SP reach" on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 47 and the third SP "If you can destroy the rocks, you win big". A reach display portion 761 is displayed, and a third SP reach A image 762 in which a fighter attempts to destroy a large rock is displayed.

Next, when the third SP reach progresses, as shown in FIG. The 3SP reach B image 763 is developed.

Further, when the third SP reach progresses, the pachinko machine 1 displays a gauge display 765 representing the power to destroy rocks to the player on the display screen of the performance symbol display device 47, as shown in FIG. 27(c). A 3rd SP reach operation effect A image 764 is displayed to prompt the user to continuously press (repeatedly hit) the effect button 15 until it is full.

In such a third SP reach operation effect, the player concentrates and pays attention to the gauge display 765 in which the display amount is accumulated by repeatedly hitting the effect button 15, and the gauge display 765 becomes the third SP. This is the main effect display for reach operation effects.

Then, the pachinko machine 1 displays the first reserved memory display image 721 indicating the existence of the reserved memory of the first special figure and the second reserved memory display image 722 indicating the existence of the reserved memory of the second special figure, respectively. It is displayed vertically at a position near the left edge of the display screen of the device 47 and close to the gauge display 765 .

In this way, in the operation effect of the third SP reach, during the operation effect, the pachinko machine 1 is displayed on the right side of the display screen opposite to the main effect display 765 (the area P surrounded by the dashed line). The first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 are not displayed. Then, the first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 are changed from the normal display position (see FIG. 27(b)) to the left position of the display screen near the main effect display 765 of the operation effect. displayed as By doing so, the player can catch the first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 in his field of vision even while concentrating on the operation effect, and can easily grasp the number of reserved memories. can. Therefore, even if the reserved memory is full, the game ball which is not useful is not shot without being noticed. In addition, it is possible to realize game characteristics that meet the ideas of many players, such as stopping shooting when the reserved memory is full.

(9-2-5. Fourth change example of reserved memory display position)
Next, referring to FIG. 27(d), a fourth modification of the pending memory display position in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In another effect of the third SP reach, the pachinko machine 1, for example, as shown in FIG. It is also conceivable to display the third SP reach operation effect B image 766 prompting the user to press and hold the effect button 15 until the display 767 is filled.

Then, the pachinko machine 1 displays the first reserved memory display image 721 indicating the existence of the reserved memory of the first special figure and the second reserved memory display image 722 indicating the existence of the reserved memory of the second special figure, respectively. It is displayed vertically at a position near the left edge of the display screen of the device 47 and close to the gauge display 767 .

In this way, the pachinko machine 1, in the other effect of the third SP reach, during the operation effect, the position on the lower side of the display screen opposite to the main effect display 767 (the area P ), the first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 are not displayed. The first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 are positioned near the left end of the display screen near the main effect display 767 of the operation effect from the normal display position (see FIG. 26(b)). displayed to change to By doing so, the player can catch the first reserved memory display image 721 and the second reserved memory display image 722 in the field of view even while concentrating on the operation effect, as in the "third modification". can easily grasp the number of reserved memories. Therefore, even if the reserved memory is full, the game ball which is not useful is not shot without being noticed. In addition, it is possible to realize game characteristics that meet the ideas of many players, such as stopping shooting when the reserved memory is full.

(10. Effects of Examples)
The pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment has the following configuration. That is, it is possible to implement a predetermined operation effect (754, 756, 764, 766) for prompting the player to operate the operation means (15). In a predetermined operation effect that encourages continuous operation rather than simple operation, the main effect display (755, 757, 765, 767) is set to either one of the vertical positions on the display screen of the effect display device 47, Alternatively, it is displayed at one of the left and right positions. During the predetermined operation effect, the reserved memory display (721, 722) indicating the reserved memory of the special symbol is displayed at least at one of the vertical positions corresponding to the display position of the main effect display of the predetermined operation effect. or the other position in the left-right direction. For example, during a predetermined operation effect, the pending memory display is displayed at the same position in the vertical direction as the display position of the main effect display of the operation effect, or at one position in the horizontal direction. .

According to the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, during a predetermined operation effect, the reserved memory display is not displayed at the position opposite to the main effect display. Then, the reserved memory display is displayed at a position close to the main effect display. Therefore, even if the player is concentrating on the operation effect, the player can catch the reserved memory display in his field of vision and can easily grasp the number of reserved memories. Therefore, it is possible to realize a game property that matches the ideas of many players, such as stopping shooting when the reserved memory is full, and to provide a game rich in interest.

In the above-described embodiment, the position change of the reserved memory display is performed according to the operation effect of the SP ready-to-win, which is the big hit announcement effect, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the position change of the pending memory display may be performed according to the operation effect accompanying the lottery for whether or not the time saving game state will be entered during the special figure fluctuation effect or the big hit game effect. good. Furthermore, it is conceivable to change the position of the reserved memory display by performing an operation effect accompanying a variable probability lottery for determining whether to shift to the variable probability game state during the production of the big win game, and executing it according to this.

Moreover, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and can of course be embodied in various ways without departing from the gist of the present invention. For example, in the pachinko machine of the above-described embodiment, in the variable probability game state or the time-saving game state in which the right-handed game is played, the game ball hit to the right will almost win, and it will not be a wasteful hit (shooting of a game ball that is not useful). The display position change may be performed only in the normal game state (non-probability variation, non-shortening of working hours).

In addition, in the gaming machine of the present invention, in all operation effects, the main effect display of the operation effect is displayed only at a fixed position (for example, the left position or the center position of the display screen), and other positions ( on the right side of the screen). Since the position of the reserved memory display is limited by doing so, the reserved memory display may always be displayed at a fixed position near the main effect display. As a result, the reserved memory display is not displayed in various places, and the player does not lose track of where the reserved memory display is displayed.

Furthermore, in the gaming machine of the present invention, when at least the starting port is arranged below the production pattern display device, during the fluctuation of the normal game state (non-variable, non-time saving), the holding memory display is displayed while looking at the starting port. While the reserved memory display is displayed on the lower side of the screen of the production pattern display device so that it can be confirmed, when hitting the right during a variable game or a time saving game, the screen right of the production pattern display device, etc. The pending storage indication may be displayed at a suitable location.

Furthermore, in the gaming machine of the present invention, if a ball cannot be expected (cannot be entered) into the starting hole according to the game state, the holding memory display for the special symbol of the starting hole where the ball cannot be expected to enter is subject to position change. It is also conceivable not to For example, in the normal game state, it is not possible to expect the second special symbol to enter the starting hole, so the second special symbol's reserved memory display may not be subject to position change. On the other hand, it is conceivable that the holding memory display of the first special symbol is not subject to position change because it is not possible to expect the ball to enter the starting port of the first special symbol because the right hand is hit during the probability variable game or the time saving game. .

Furthermore, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the display form of the reserved memory display is not limited to the pattern display, and may be a numerical display. Also, in the gaming machine of the present invention, during a predetermined operation effect, the pending memory display is placed at the same position in the vertical direction as the display position of the main effect display of the operation effect, or at one position in the horizontal direction. When it is displayed, the reserved memory display may be performed in a different display form at the other position in the vertical direction or at the other position in the horizontal direction. For example, it is conceivable that one of the reserved memory displays is a pattern display and the other is a numerical display.

Furthermore, the gaming machine of the present invention collects the displayed and shot game balls inside the gaming machine, shoots them again from the shooting device, and manages the number of balls possessed by the player as data using a storage medium such as an IC card. It may be applied to an enclosed type game machine or a reel type game machine.

1: Pachinko machine, 15: Effect button (operating means), 2: Game board, 20 game area, 23: First special figure start opening, 24: Second special figure start opening, 25: First big winning opening, 26 : 2nd big prize opening, 281: 1st special symbol display device (special symbol display device), 283: 2nd special symbol display device (special symbol display device), 40: main control device (numerical data extraction means, reserved storage means, propriety determination means), 42: sub-integrated control device (holding memory display control means, operation effect control means), 47: effect pattern display device (effect display device), 754, 756, 764, 766: operation effect, 755 , 757, 765, 767: main effect display, 721, 722: pending memory display

Claims (1)

a numerical data extracting means for extracting numerical data resulting from the ball entering the starting port;
a pending storage means capable of storing a plurality of the extracted numerical data as pending storage until a specified number is reached;
a success/fail judgment means for judging whether or not a prize is won based on the retained and stored numerical data;
A special symbol display device that confirms and displays after variably displaying the special symbol indicating the result of the success/failure determination;
a performance display device that displays a performance corresponding to the special symbol;
a reserved memory display control means for displaying a reserved memory display indicating the presence of the reserved memory on the effect display device;
an operation means that can be operated by a player;
an operation effect control means for executing a predetermined operation effect to prompt the player to operate the operation means in the effect display device,
The operation effect control means displays the main effect display of the predetermined operation effect at either one of the positions in the vertical direction or the position in the horizontal direction of the effect display device,
The reserved memory display control means, during the predetermined operation effect, places the reserved memory display at the same position in the vertical direction as the display position of the main effect display, or at the same position in the horizontal direction. A game machine characterized by displaying in one position.

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