JP4501543B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  Conventionally, for example, a pachinko machine is known as a kind of gaming machine. A pachinko machine is equipped with a game board having a game area in which a game ball is played and the game ball can flow down.

However, the details of the pachinko machine are not particularly unified, and there are models with different game characteristics such as pachinko machines. For example, a lottery is performed in response to a ball entering the start opening provided on the game board, and depending on the result of the lottery, a big hit state occurs (for example, refer to Patent Document 1). Entry into a predetermined area is permitted when the player enters the game, and a big hit state occurs when a game ball that has entered the predetermined area enters a special winning opening in the same area. .
JP 2004-160025 A

  However, even though a large number of gaming machines have been provided so far, the present situation is not necessarily sufficient in terms of variations in gaming properties. For this reason, there is a possibility that the same impression will be given to the player in any gaming machine and the interest will be lowered.

  On the other hand, in order to give a new game, a first winning opening and a second winning opening are provided, and when a game ball enters the first winning opening and the second winning opening almost simultaneously, the player It is conceivable that the jackpot state that is advantageous to the above can be generated or can be easily generated. In this case, the first prize opening and the second prize opening are always in a closed state in which it is difficult or impossible to enter game balls, and each start provided individually corresponding to each prize opening. It is conceivable that a winning lottery for determining whether or not to enter an open state is performed with respect to a winning port corresponding to the entrance to the mouth, and the corresponding winning port is opened when winning. However, in this case, if the timings at which both winning holes are released do not match, it will not be possible or easy to enter the second winning hole, which may make it difficult to generate a big hit state. There is. Further, depending on the configuration, even if one winning opening is opened and then the ball is entered into the start opening corresponding to the other winning opening, the other winning opening is not open during the open period of the one winning opening. There is a possibility that the winning opening cannot be opened, and the player may fall into a dilemma. As a result, there is a possibility that the game cannot be fully enjoyed or the interest is lowered.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of providing novel gaming properties and suppressing problems associated with the complexity of gaming properties.

  In the following, each means suitable for solving the above-mentioned purpose will be described in terms of items. In addition, the effect etc. peculiar to a corresponding means are added as needed.

Means A-1. Provided with a special device that is provided on the game board and is always configured to make it difficult or impossible to enter the game ball,
The special device is
A special entrance that guides the game ball into the special device, and a first state that makes it difficult or impossible to enter the game ball into the special entrance, and the first state more than the first state A first variable pitching device capable of switching a state between a second state in which entry into the special pitching port is easy;
A specific area in which a special gaming state advantageous to the player can be generated when a game ball that has entered the special device passes;
The state is between a first state in which it is difficult or impossible to pass the game ball to the specific region and a second state in which the game ball can easily pass through the specific region than the first state. A gaming machine comprising a switchable second variable pitching device,
A first entrance provided in the game board;
First entrance detection means for detecting entrance into the first entrance;
First variable display means provided on the game board and capable of variably displaying the identification information;
A second entrance provided in the game board;
Second entrance detection means for detecting entrance into the second entrance,
Second variable display means provided on the game board and capable of variably displaying the identification information;
The first lottery is performed based on the input of the detection signal from the first entrance detection means, and the first determination regarding the first variable entrance device is made based on the result of the first lottery. Gaming state determination control means;
First display control means for causing the identification information to be variably displayed in at least the first variable display means, and then to stop display in a predetermined manner in order to teach the result of the first lottery;
A second lottery is performed based on an input of a detection signal from the second entrance detection means, and a second determination is made regarding the second variable entrance device based on the result of the second lottery. Gaming state determination control means;
In order to teach the result of the second lottery, at least the second variable display means, the identification information is variably displayed, second display control means to stop display in a predetermined manner, and
When the first determination by the first gaming state determination control means satisfies the first specific condition, the first variable display means stops the identification information in a specific manner, and the first variable pitching device is predetermined. Switch to the second state of time,
When the second determination by the second gaming state determination control means satisfies the second specific condition, the second variable display means causes the identification information to be stopped and displayed in a specific manner, and the second variable pitching device is determined in advance. Switch to the second state of time,
When the identification information in the first variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, the first variable pitching device is configured to be in the second state after a predetermined waiting period.
When at least the identification information regarding the first variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, the state of the second variable pitching device is confirmed. A gaming machine configured to cancel the predetermined waiting period when in a state.

  According to the means A-1, the game ball can be entered into the special device by entering the game ball into the special entrance, and the game ball entered in the special device has a specific area. A special gaming state can be generated by passing. In addition, the first determination by the first game state determination control means that is performed when the first entrance is entered satisfies the first specific condition, and the first variable entry device is in the second state. In this case, it is possible to make the game ball enter the special entrance relatively easily. Further, the second determination by the second gaming state determination control means performed when the player enters the second entrance meets the second specific condition, and the second variable entry device is in the second state. In this case, the game balls that have entered the special device pass through the specific area at a relatively high rate.

  That is, in order for the first variable pitching device to enter the special state and the game ball that has entered the special device to pass through the specific area, the second variable pitching device is in the second state at that time. It is desirable to be. In particular, when the first state is a state where it is impossible to enter the special entrance, or a state where it is impossible to pass through the specific area, the first variable entrance device becomes the second state and is special. In order for a game ball that has entered the device to pass through the specific area, it is a necessary condition that the second variable pitching device is in the second state at that time. In other words, the period in which the first and second variable pitching devices can be in the second state overlap, so that the special gaming state can be generated or can be easily generated. With the configuration as described above, an innovative gaming machine that has never existed can be provided. Here, “duplicate” includes the meanings of “synchronize” and “cover at least once”.

  Now, in the means A-1, when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner in the first variable display means, a predetermined waiting period is set after the identification information is stopped and displayed in the specific manner in the first variable display means. After that, the first variable pitching device is set to the second state. That is, a time lag is provided from when the specific mode is stopped and displayed on the first variable display means to when the first variable pitching device is set to the second state. By adopting such a configuration, when the first variable display means starts the first variable display after the identification information started to change is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, then the second variable display means starts the subsequent variable display. Even in this case, it is possible to bring the end timing of the standby period related to the first variable display means closer to the stop display timing of the identification information in the second variable display means. That is, the timing when the first variable pitching device is in the second state and the timing when the second variable pitching means is in the second state can be brought close to each other.

  In addition, when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the first variable display means, the waiting period is canceled (invalidated) if the second variable pitching device is in the second state. It has become. That is, when the second variable pitching device is already in the second state when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the first variable display means, the first variable pitching device is at that point in time. (For example, immediately after the identification information is stopped and displayed in the first variable display device), the second state is set. In this case, during the period when the second variable pitching device is in the second state, the first variable pitching device can be in the second state, and the first and second variable pitching devices are in the second state. It is possible to reliably overlap the periods in which the two states occur.

  Accordingly, the period during which the first and second variable pitching devices are in the second state is likely to overlap, and an opportunity for both variable pitching devices to be in the second state at the same time, that is, a special gaming state is generated. Opportunities can be increased. In this way, by configuring the opportunity to expect the occurrence of a special gaming state frequently, the monotonous time zone in the game will be reduced, and the player will fully enjoy the fun game be able to. As a result, it is possible to suppress the problem that it becomes difficult to generate a special gaming state as the gaming property becomes complicated, and it is possible to increase the fun of the gaming machine.

  Further, for example, when the second variable pitching means is in the second state, the first variable pitching device is in spite of the fact that the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the first variable display means. By being in the standby state, the second variable pitching device returns to the first state during the standby period, and the period during which both variable pitching devices are in the second state overlaps. It is possible to prevent falling into a dilemma that cannot be done.

  Further, even if the identification information in the second variable display means is started to change immediately before the identification information is stopped in the specific mode on the first variable display means or after being stopped and displayed in the specific mode, Further, it can be configured such that the variable display of the identification information in the second variable display means is completed. That is, even if the aim of the game ball is moved to the second entrance corresponding to the second variable display means after checking the stop state of the identification information in the first variable display means, the occurrence of the special game state is sufficiently generated. There is a chance. Therefore, the troublesomeness of frequently changing the aim of the game ball so as to change the identification information in both variable display means can be suppressed, and the operational burden on the player can be reduced. In general, when determining the aim of a game ball, there is a risk of hitting a useless ball that does not go to either the first entrance or the second entrance. When changing frequently, there is a possibility that many useless balls are generated. In this respect, the present means can suppress the generation of the waste sphere as much as possible.

  In addition, you may comprise so that the said 1st entrance and the said 2nd entrance may be spaced apart in the left-right direction. In that case, a dynamic game using a wide area on the game board can be performed. Further, “after a predetermined waiting period” includes the meaning “after a predetermined waiting period”.

  Means A-2. When the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the second variable display means during the standby period related to the first variable pitching apparatus, the standby period regarding the first variable pitching apparatus at that time is displayed. Is canceled, and the first variable pitching device is configured to be in the second state.

  According to the means A-2, if the identification information is fixedly stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the second variable display means during the standby period of the first variable pitching device, the standby of the first variable pitching device is at that time. The period can be canceled. That is, in this case, the timing at which the first variable pitching device is in the second state and the timing at which the second variable pitching device is in the second state can be substantially synchronized. The timing at which the ball device and the second variable ball entering device are in the second state can always be synchronized. Therefore, the opportunity to bring the first and second variable ball-injecting devices into the second state at the same time increases, and as a result, the effect of the means A-1 can be further ensured. The phrase “waiting period is canceled” also includes the meaning of “waiting state has ended”.

  Means A-3. The means A-1 or means A- is characterized in that the second variable display means can make the variable display of the identification information a plurality of times during the waiting period relating to the first variable pitching device. 2. The gaming machine according to 2.

  According to the means A-3, the second lottery opportunities corresponding to the second variable display means can be increased during the standby period of the first variable pitching device. Therefore, at the stage where the first step until the occurrence of the special gaming state such as the first variable pitching device is determined to be in the second state is completed, the second variable pitching device is set to the second variable pitching device. Opportunities for clearing the second step, such as setting a state, are obtained a plurality of times, and the expectation for the player can be dramatically increased.

  Means A-4. The waiting period related to the first variable pitching device is a period from when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the first variable display means until the identification information is stopped and displayed a predetermined number of times on the second variable display means. The gaming machine according to any one of means A-1 to means A-3, which is set to be

  According to the means A-4, the variable display of the identification information on the second variable display means can always be performed a predetermined number of times during the standby period of the first variable pitching device. Therefore, at the stage where the first variable pitching device is determined to be in the second state, that is, at the stage where the player can have an uplifting feeling, the player plays the game while slowly and excitingly. You can enjoy it.

  Means A-5. The probability that the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner in the second variable display means is set higher than the probability that the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner in the first variable display means. A gaming machine according to any one of means A-1 to means A-4.

  In this gaming machine, in order to efficiently overlap the period in which the first and second variable pitching devices are in the second state, the second variable display means identifies during the standby period of the first variable pitching device. It is convenient for the player to stop and display the information in a specific manner. However, since the identification information must be stopped and displayed in a specific manner within a limited period of the standby period, it may be very difficult to clear the condition. In this respect, according to the means A-5, since the probability that the identification information in the second variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner is relatively high, it is easy to suppress the above problem.

  Means A-6. In the second determination based on the result of the second lottery performed at least during the waiting period with respect to the first variable pitching device, the probability that the second specific condition is satisfied is higher than before. The gaming machine according to any one of means A-1 to means A-5, wherein the gaming machine is configured to be high.

  According to the means A-6, it is possible to increase the possibility that the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner in the second variable display means during the standby period, and the chance of occurrence of the special gaming state can be increased. Even when the variation of the identification information is started in the second variable display device before and after the standby period related to the first variable pitching device, and the specific mode is stopped and displayed in the variation display, When adopting a configuration in which the period during which the variable pitching device and the second variable pitching device are in the second state overlap, “when at least a waiting period is in relation to the first variable pitching device” This may be “at least during the waiting period with respect to the first variable pitching device, or during the period before and after that”.

  Means A-7. The variation display time of the identification information started by the second variable display means when the first variable pitching device is at least during a waiting period is configured such that the variation display time is shorter than before. The gaming machine according to any one of means A-1 to means A-6.

  According to the means A-7, it is possible to increase the opportunity for the identification information to be variably displayed on the second variable display means during the standby period of the first variable pitching device, and thus to increase the chance of occurrence of the special gaming state. Can do.

  Further, when the first variable pitching device is in a standby period, it is recognized that the variation time of the identification information (the time from the variation start of the identification information to the stop display) in the second variable display means is shorter than before. First, the player can concentrate on changing the identification information on the first variable display means or visually checking the variation mode of the identification information on the first variable display means. Therefore, there is no need to hurry and change the aim of the game ball, and you can enjoy the game with a slow feeling during normal times.

  Further, by shortening the variable information display time of the identification information in the second variable display means, it is possible to shorten the waiting period of the first variable pitching device accordingly. Therefore, the game can be configured not to give an overall impression of being extended. Further, by shortening the variation display time of the identification information in the second variable display means, it can be recognized that the special gaming state is approaching, and the game can be given an inflection.

Means A-8. For at least the second variable display means, a fluctuation time measuring means for measuring a remaining fluctuation display time from the start of the fluctuation display of the identification information to the stop display;
A remaining fluctuation time detecting means for detecting a remaining fluctuation display time measured by the fluctuation time measuring means;
Open time measuring means for measuring the remaining time from the second state to the first state again with respect to at least the second variable pitching device;
A remaining opening time detecting means for detecting a remaining time measured by the opening time measuring means;
Specific storage means for storing that the second specific condition is satisfied at least in the second determination;
The means according to any one of means A-1 to means A-7, characterized in that control is performed to determine that at least the second variable pitching device is in the second state. Gaming machine.

  According to the means A-8, the current state of the second variable pitching device can be grasped.

  Means A-9. The gaming machine according to any one of means A-1 to means A-7, characterized in that it comprises at least state confirmation means for confirming the state of the second variable pitching device.

  According to the means A-9, the current state of the second variable pitching device can be grasped.

Means B-1. Provided with a special device that is provided on the game board and is always configured to make it difficult or impossible to enter the game ball,
The special device is
A special entrance that guides the game ball into the special device, and a first state that makes it difficult or impossible to enter the game ball into the special entrance, and the first state more than the first state A first variable pitching device capable of switching a state between a second state in which entry into the special pitching port is easy;
A specific area in which a special gaming state advantageous to the player can be generated when a game ball that has entered the special device passes;
The state is between a first state in which it is difficult or impossible to pass the game ball to the specific region and a second state in which the game ball can easily pass through the specific region than the first state. A gaming machine comprising a switchable second variable pitching device,
A first entrance provided in the game board;
First entrance detection means for detecting entrance into the first entrance;
First variable display means provided on the game board and capable of variably displaying the identification information;
A second entrance provided in the game board;
Second entrance detection means for detecting entrance into the second entrance,
Second variable display means provided on the game board and capable of variably displaying the identification information;
The first lottery is performed based on the input of the detection signal from the first entrance detection means, and the first determination regarding the first variable entrance device is made based on the result of the first lottery. Gaming state determination control means;
First display control means for causing the identification information to be variably displayed in at least the first variable display means, and then to stop display in a predetermined manner in order to teach the result of the first lottery;
A second lottery is performed based on an input of a detection signal from the second entrance detection means, and a second determination is made regarding the second variable entrance device based on the result of the second lottery. Gaming state determination control means;
In order to teach the result of the second lottery, at least the second variable display means, the identification information is variably displayed, second display control means to stop display in a predetermined manner, and
When the first determination by the first gaming state determination control means satisfies the first specific condition, the first variable display means stops the identification information in a specific manner, and the first variable pitching device is predetermined. Switch to the second state of time,
When the second determination by the second gaming state determination control means satisfies the second specific condition, the second variable display means causes the identification information to be stopped and displayed in a specific manner, and the second variable pitching device is determined in advance. Switch to the second state of time,
When the identification information in the second variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, the second variable pitching device is configured to be in the second state after a predetermined waiting period.
When at least identification information regarding the second variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, the state of the first variable pitching device is confirmed. A gaming machine configured to cancel the predetermined waiting period when in a state.

  According to the means B-1, when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner in the second variable display means, a predetermined waiting period is set after the identification information is stopped and displayed in the specific manner in the second variable display means. After that, the second variable pitching device is set to the second state. That is, a time lag is provided from when the specific mode is stopped and displayed on the second variable display means until the second variable pitching device is set to the second state. By adopting such a configuration, when the first variable display means starts the subsequent variable display after the identification information started to change first in the second variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner. Even in this case, the end timing of the standby period related to the second variable display means and the stop display timing of the identification information in the first variable display means can be brought close to each other. That is, the timing when the first variable pitching device is in the second state and the timing when the second variable pitching means is in the second state can be brought close to each other.

  Further, when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the second variable display means, the waiting period is canceled (invalidated) if the first variable pitching device is in the second state. It has become. That is, when the first variable pitching device is already in the second state when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the second variable display means, the second variable pitching device is at that point in time. (For example, immediately after the identification information is stopped and displayed in the first variable display means), the second state is set. In this case, during the period in which the first variable pitching device is in the second state, the second variable pitching device can be in the second state, and the first and second variable pitching devices are in the first state. It is possible to reliably overlap the periods in which the two states occur.

  Accordingly, the period during which the first and second variable pitching devices are in the second state is likely to overlap, and an opportunity for both variable pitching devices to be in the second state at the same time, that is, a special gaming state is generated. Opportunities can be increased. In this way, by configuring the opportunity to expect the occurrence of a special gaming state frequently, the monotonous time zone in the game will be reduced, and the player will fully enjoy the fun game be able to. As a result, it is possible to suppress the problem that it becomes difficult to generate a special gaming state as the gaming property becomes complicated, and it is possible to increase the fun of the gaming machine.

  Further, for example, when the first variable pitching means is in the second state, the second variable pitching device is not displayed even though the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the second variable display means. By being in the standby state, the first variable pitching device returns to the first state during the standby period, and the period during which both the variable pitching devices are in the second state overlaps. It is possible to prevent falling into a dilemma that cannot be done.

  Further, even if the identification information in the first variable display means starts to change immediately before the identification information is stopped in the specific form on the second variable display means, or after the stop display is displayed in the specific form, during the waiting period Further, it can be configured such that the variable display of the identification information in the first variable display means is completed. That is, even if the aim of the game ball is moved to the first entrance corresponding to the first variable display means after checking the stop state of the identification information in the second variable display means, the occurrence of the special game state is sufficiently generated. There is a chance. Therefore, the troublesomeness of frequently changing the aim of the game ball so as to change the identification information in both variable display means can be suppressed, and the operational burden on the player can be reduced. In general, when determining the aim of a game ball, there is a risk of hitting a useless ball that does not go to either the first entrance or the second entrance. When changing frequently, there is a possibility that many useless balls are generated. In this respect, the present means can suppress the generation of the waste sphere as much as possible.

  Means B-2. If the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the first variable display means during the standby period related to the second variable pitching apparatus, the standby period related to the second variable pitching apparatus at that time Is canceled, and the second variable pitching device is configured to be in the second state.

  According to the means B-2, if the identification information is confirmed and stopped in a specific manner on the first variable display means during the standby period of the second variable pitching device, the standby of the second variable pitching device is at that time. The period can be canceled. That is, in this case, the timing at which the second variable pitching device is in the second state and the timing at which the first variable pitching device is in the second state can be substantially synchronized, and the first variable pitching device can be synchronized. The timing at which the ball device and the second variable ball entering device are in the second state can always be synchronized. Therefore, the opportunity to bring the first and second variable ball-injecting devices into the second state at the same time increases, and as a result, the effect of the means B-1 can be further ensured.

  Means B-3. Means B-1 or means B- is characterized in that the variable display of identification information can be performed a plurality of times in the first variable display means during the waiting period relating to the second variable pitching device. 2. The gaming machine according to 2.

  According to the means B-3, the chances of the first lottery corresponding to the first variable display means can be increased during the standby period of the second variable pitching device. Therefore, at the stage where the first step until the occurrence of the special gaming state such that the second variable pitching device is determined to be in the second state is cleared, the first variable pitching device is set to the second variable pitching device. Opportunities for clearing the second step, such as setting a state, are obtained a plurality of times, and the expectation for the player can be dramatically increased.

  Means B-4. The waiting period for the second variable pitching device is a period from when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the second variable display means until the identification information is stopped and displayed a predetermined number of times on the first variable display means. The gaming machine according to any one of means B-1 to B-3, wherein the gaming machine is set to be

  According to the means B-4, the variable display of the identification information on the first variable display means can always be performed a predetermined number of times during the standby period of the second variable pitching device. Therefore, at the stage where the second variable pitching device is determined to be in the second state, that is, at the stage where the player can have a feeling of exhilaration, the player plays the game slowly and excitingly. You can enjoy it.

  Means B-5. The probability that the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner in the first variable display means is set higher than the probability that the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner in the second variable display means. A gaming machine according to any one of means B-1 to means B-4.

  In this gaming machine, in order to efficiently overlap the period in which the first and second variable pitching devices are in the second state, the first variable display means identifies during the standby period of the second variable pitching device. It is convenient for the player to stop and display the information in a specific manner. However, since the identification information must be stopped and displayed in a specific manner within a limited period of the standby period, it may be very difficult to clear the condition. In this regard, according to the means B-5, the probability that the identification information in the first variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner is relatively high, and thus the above-described problem can be easily suppressed.

  Means B-6. With respect to the second variable pitching device, at the time of the first determination based on the result of the first lottery performed at least during the waiting period, the probability of satisfying the first specific condition is higher than before. The gaming machine according to any one of means B-1 to means B-5, wherein the gaming machine is configured to be higher.

  According to the means B-6, it is possible to increase the possibility that the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the first variable display means during the standby period, and the chance of occurrence of the special gaming state can be increased.

  Means B-7. The variation display time of the identification information started by the first variable display means when the second variable pitching device is at least in a waiting period is configured such that the variation display time is shorter than before. A gaming machine according to any one of means B-1 to means B-6.

  According to the means B-7, it is possible to increase the opportunity for the identification information to be variably displayed on the first variable display means during the standby period of the second variable pitching device, and thus to increase the chance of occurrence of the special gaming state. Can do.

  In addition, when the second variable pitching device is in the standby period, it is recognized that the variation time of the identification information in the first variable display means (the time from the variation start of identification information to the stop display) is shorter than before. The player who has played can first concentrate on changing the identification information on the second variable display means, or viewing the variation mode of the identification information on the second variable display means. Therefore, there is no need to hurry and change the aim of the game ball, and you can enjoy the game with a slow feeling during normal times.

  Further, by shortening the variation display time of the identification information in the first variable display means, it is possible to shorten the standby period of the second variable pitching device accordingly. Therefore, the game can be configured not to give an overall impression of being extended. In addition, by shortening the variation display time of the identification information in the first variable display means, it is possible to recognize that the special gaming state is approaching, and it is possible to give an inflection to the game.

Means B-8. For at least the first variable display means, a fluctuation time measurement means for measuring a remaining fluctuation display time from the start of the fluctuation display of the identification information to the stop display;
A remaining fluctuation time detecting means for detecting a remaining fluctuation display time measured by the fluctuation time measuring means;
Open time measuring means for measuring the remaining time from the second state to the first state again at least with respect to the first variable pitching device;
A remaining opening time detecting means for detecting a remaining time measured by the opening time measuring means;
Specific storage means for storing that the first specific condition is satisfied at least in the first determination;
The means according to any one of means B-1 to means B-7, characterized in that control is performed to determine that at least the first variable pitching device is in the second state. Gaming machine.

  According to the means B-8, the current state of the first variable pitching device can be grasped.

  Means B-9. The gaming machine according to any one of means B-1 to means B-7, characterized in that it comprises at least state confirmation means for confirming the state of the first variable pitching device.

  According to the means B-9, the current state of the first variable pitching device can be grasped.

Means C-1. Provided with a special device that is provided on the game board and is always configured to make it difficult or impossible to enter the game ball,
The special device is
A special entrance that guides the game ball into the special device, and a first state that makes it difficult or impossible to enter the game ball into the special entrance, and the first state more than the first state A first variable pitching device capable of switching a state between a second state in which entry into the special pitching port is easy;
A specific area in which a special gaming state advantageous to the player can be generated when a game ball that has entered the special device passes;
The state is between a first state in which it is difficult or impossible to pass the game ball to the specific region and a second state in which the game ball can easily pass through the specific region than the first state. A gaming machine comprising a switchable second variable pitching device,
A first entrance provided in the game board;
First entrance detection means for detecting entrance into the first entrance;
First variable display means provided on the game board and capable of variably displaying the identification information;
A second entrance provided in the game board;
Second entrance detection means for detecting entrance into the second entrance,
Second variable display means provided on the game board and capable of variably displaying the identification information;
The first lottery is performed based on the input of the detection signal from the first entrance detection means, and the first determination regarding the first variable entrance device is made based on the result of the first lottery. Gaming state determination control means;
First display control means for causing the identification information to be variably displayed in at least the first variable display means, and then to stop display in a predetermined manner in order to teach the result of the first lottery;
A second lottery is performed based on an input of a detection signal from the second entrance detection means, and a second determination is made regarding the second variable entrance device based on the result of the second lottery. Gaming state determination control means;
In order to teach the result of the second lottery, at least the second variable display means, the identification information is variably displayed, second display control means to stop display in a predetermined manner, and
When the first determination by the first gaming state determination control means satisfies the first specific condition, the first variable display means stops the identification information in a specific manner, and the first variable pitching device is predetermined. Switch to the second state of time,
When the second determination by the second gaming state determination control means satisfies the second specific condition, the second variable display means causes the identification information to be stopped and displayed in a specific manner, and the second variable pitching device is determined in advance. Switch to the second state of time,
When the identification information in the first variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, the first variable pitching device is configured to be in a second state after a predetermined waiting period,
When the identification information in the second variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, the second variable pitching device is configured to be in the second state after a predetermined waiting period.
When at least the identification information regarding the first variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, the state of the second variable pitching device is confirmed, and at the time of the confirmation, the second variable pitching device is the second variable pitching device. The predetermined waiting period is canceled when it is in a state or during the predetermined waiting period with respect to the second variable pitching device,
The state of the first variable pitching device is confirmed when at least the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner with respect to the second variable display means, and the first variable pitching device is second when the confirmation is performed. The gaming machine is configured such that the predetermined waiting period is canceled when the predetermined waiting period for the first variable pitching device is in the state.

  According to the means C-1, when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on one of the variable display means, the corresponding variable pitching device is set in the second state after a predetermined waiting period. Has been. That is, a time lag is provided from when the specific mode is stopped and displayed on the variable display means until the corresponding variable pitching device is set to the second state. Therefore, for example, even if the first variable display means starts the variable display immediately before or immediately after the identification information started to change in the specific mode is stopped or displayed immediately after the other variable display means, The end timing of the standby period in the variable display means can be brought close to the stop display timing of the identification information in the other variable display means. That is, the timing when the first variable pitching device is in the second state and the timing when the second variable pitching means is in the second state can be brought close to each other.

  On the other hand, when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on one of the variable display means, if it is already in the waiting period for the variable pitching device corresponding to the other variable display means, or the second state In such a case, since the waiting period is canceled, such a time lag is invalidated. Therefore, for example, when the subsequent variable display is started in the other variable display means immediately before or immediately after the identification information that has started changing in the first variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, one variable display means The stop display timing of the identification information on the display means can be brought close to the stop display timing of the identification information placed on the other variable display means. Therefore, the timing when the first variable pitching device is in the second state and the timing when the second variable pitching means is in the second state can be made closer to each other. Therefore, even if the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on one of the variable display means and then the identification information is changed on the other variable display means, the first and second variable pitching devices are in the second state. It becomes easy to overlap the period. Accordingly, it is possible to increase the opportunity for both variable pitching devices to enter the second state at the same time, that is, the opportunity to generate a special gaming state. In this way, by configuring the opportunity to expect the occurrence of a special gaming state frequently, the monotonous time zone in the game will be reduced, and the player will fully enjoy the fun game be able to. As a result, it is possible to suppress the problem that it becomes difficult to generate a special gaming state as the gaming property becomes complicated, and it is possible to increase the fun of the gaming machine.

  In addition, even if the aim of the game ball is moved to the entrance corresponding to the other variable display means after identifying the stop state of the identification information in one variable display means, there is a sufficient chance of occurrence of the special game state. There is. Therefore, the troublesomeness of frequently changing the aim of the game ball so as to change the identification information in both variable display means can be suppressed, and the operational burden on the player can be reduced. In general, when determining the aim of a game ball, there is a risk of hitting a useless ball that does not go to either the first entrance or the second entrance. When changing frequently, there is a possibility that many useless balls are generated. In this respect, the present means can suppress the generation of the waste sphere as much as possible.

  Further, when the variable pitching means corresponding to one of the variable display means is in the second state, the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the other variable display means. Since the variable pitching device corresponding to the variable display means is in the standby state, the variable pitching device corresponding to the one variable display means returns to the first state during the standby period, and both It is possible to prevent the variable pitching apparatus from falling into a dilemma that the period in which the variable pitching device is in the second state cannot be overlapped.

  Means C-2. When the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the second variable display means during the standby period related to the first variable pitching apparatus, the standby period regarding the first variable pitching apparatus at that time is displayed. Is canceled, and the first variable pitching device is configured to be in the second state.

  According to the means C-2, the same effects as those of the means A-2 are achieved.

  Means C-3. If the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the first variable display means during the standby period related to the second variable pitching apparatus, the standby period related to the second variable pitching apparatus at that time Is canceled, and the second variable pitching device is configured to be in the second state.

  According to the means C-3, the same effect as the means B-2 is obtained.

Means C-4. When the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the second variable display means during the standby period related to the first variable pitching apparatus, the standby period regarding the first variable pitching apparatus at that time is displayed. Is configured so that the first variable pitching device is in the second state,
If the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the first variable display means during the standby period related to the second variable pitching apparatus, the standby period related to the second variable pitching apparatus at that time The gaming machine according to means C-1, wherein the second variable ball-entering device is configured to be in the second state.

  According to the means C-4, the effects of the means A-2 and B-2 are exhibited.

Means C-5. The second variable display means is configured to allow the variable display of the identification information to be performed a plurality of times during the standby period related to the first variable pitching device,
Means C-1 to C- are characterized in that the first variable display means can make the variable display of the identification information a plurality of times during the waiting period relating to the second variable pitching device. 4. The gaming machine according to any one of 4.

  According to the means C-5, the effects of the means A-3 and the means B-3 are exhibited.

Means C-6. The waiting period related to the first variable pitching device is a period from when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the first variable display means until the identification information is stopped and displayed a predetermined number of times on the second variable display means. Is set to be
The waiting period for the second variable pitching device is a period from when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner on the second variable display means until the identification information is stopped and displayed a predetermined number of times on the first variable display means. The gaming machine according to any one of means C-1 to C-5, wherein the gaming machine is set to be

  According to the means C-6, the effects of the means A-4 and the means B-4 are exhibited.

Means C-7. With respect to the first variable pitching device, at the time of the second determination based on the result of the second lottery performed at least during the waiting period, the probability that the second specific condition is satisfied is higher than before. Configured to be higher,
Regarding the second variable pitching device, at the time of the first determination based on the result of the first lottery performed at least during the waiting period, the probability that the first specific condition is satisfied is higher than before. The gaming machine according to any one of means C-1 to means C-6, characterized by being configured to be higher.

  In this gaming machine, in order to efficiently overlap the period in which the first and second variable pitching devices are in the second state, the second variable display means identifies during the standby period of the first variable pitching device. It is convenient for the player to stop and display the information in a specific manner. However, since the identification information must be stopped and displayed in a specific manner within a limited period of the standby period, it may be very difficult to clear the condition. In this regard, according to the present means C-7, the probability that the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner in the second variable display means during the standby period related to one of the variable display means is increased, so that the above-mentioned problem can be easily suppressed.

Means C-8. When the variable display of the identification information started in the second variable display means at least during the standby period with respect to the first variable pitching device, the variable display time is configured to be shorter than before.
The variation display time of the identification information started by the first variable display means when the second variable pitching device is at least in a waiting period is configured such that the variation display time is shorter than before. The gaming machine according to any one of means C-1 to means C-7.

  According to the means C-8, the effects of the means A-7 and the means B-7 are exhibited.

Means C-9. With respect to the first variable display means, first fluctuation time measurement means for measuring a remaining fluctuation display time from the start of the fluctuation display of the identification information to the stop display;
With respect to the second variable display means, second fluctuation time measurement means for measuring a remaining fluctuation display time from the start of fluctuation display of the identification information to the stop display;
A first remaining fluctuation time detecting means for detecting a remaining fluctuation display time measured by the first fluctuation time measuring means;
Remaining second variation time detecting means for detecting a remaining variation display time measured by the second variation time measuring means;
Regarding the first variable pitching device, first open time measuring means for measuring a remaining time from the second state to the first state again;
A second opening time measuring means for measuring the remaining time from the second state to the first state again with respect to the second variable pitching device;
First remaining open time detecting means for detecting the remaining time measured by the first open time measuring means;
Second remaining opening time detecting means for detecting the remaining time measured by the second opening time measuring means;
A first specific storage means for storing that the first specific condition is satisfied in the first determination;
Second specifying storage means for storing that the second specific condition is satisfied in the second determination,
In any one of means C-1 to C-8, control is performed to determine that the first and second variable pitching devices are in the second state. The gaming machine described.

  According to the means C-9, the effects of the means A-8 and the means B-8 are exhibited.

  Means C-10. Means C-1 through means comprising: a first state confirmation means for confirming the state of the first variable pitching apparatus; and a second state confirmation means for confirming the state of the second variable pitching apparatus. The gaming machine according to any one of C-9.

  According to the means C-10, the effects of the means A-9 and the means B-9 are exhibited.

  The basic configuration of various gaming machines to which the above means are applied is shown below.

  (I). The gaming machine in each of the above means is a ball game machine. As more detailed mode examples, “an operation means (game ball launching handle) operated by a player, a ball launching means (such as a launch motor) for playing a game ball based on the operation of the operation means, and the launch A ball path (ball guide path of the rail unit) for guiding the played game balls to a predetermined game area, and each game component (general winning port, variable winning device, operating port) arranged in the gaming area (on the game board surface) A ball game machine equipped with a variable display unit, etc.).

  During the period (length) in which the first and second variable pitching devices are in the second state, the game balls launched into the game area after the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner in both variable display means It is good also as setting so that it may enter into a special entrance and the game ball which entered the said special entrance has the time allowance which can pass a specific area | region.

  (B). The gaming machine in each of the above means is a bullet ball gaming machine having a gaming area extending in a substantially vertical direction. As more detailed mode examples, “an operation means (game ball launching handle) operated by a player, a ball launching means (such as a launch motor) for playing a game ball based on the operation of the operation means, and the launch A ball path (rail guide path of the rail unit) for guiding the played game ball to a predetermined game area extending in a substantially vertical direction (for example, the game area is constituted by a game board surface, etc.), and each of the game areas arranged in the game area A ball ball game machine comprising game parts (general winning opening, variable winning device, operation opening, variable display unit, etc.) and configured so that the behavior of a gaming ball flowing down the gaming area can be visually recognized. .

  (C). The gaming machine in each of the above means is a ball game machine in which a game area is expanded. As a more detailed mode example, “a ball game machine including at least one of the technical configurations for expanding the game area as compared with the prior art described in the embodiments of the invention to be described later”. It is done.

  (D). The gaming machine in each of the above means is a ball game machine equipped with a variable display device. As more detailed mode examples, “an operation means (game ball launching handle) operated by a player, a ball launching means (such as a launch motor) for playing a game ball based on the operation of the operation means, and the launch A ball path (ball guide path of the rail unit) for guiding the played game ball to a predetermined game area (for example, the game area is constituted by a game board surface), and an operation port (first and second) disposed in the game area A second entrance), a variable display device (first and second variable display means), and a variable winning device (special entrance and specific area), and the entrance of a game ball is detected in the operating entrance. On the basis of the above, the identification information (design) displayed on the variable display device is variably displayed and stopped after a predetermined time, and when the stopped-displayed identification information (design) is in a specific mode, the variable prize is displayed. Open the device in a predetermined manner Configure the pinball game machine "and the like so as to.

  (E). The gaming machine in each of the above means or each of the above ball game machines is a pachinko machine or a gaming machine equivalent to a pachinko machine.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of a pachinko gaming machine (hereinafter simply referred to as “pachinko machine”) will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko machine 10, and FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing a state in which a front frame set 14 is opened with respect to an outer frame 11 and an inner frame 12 described later.

  As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the pachinko machine 10 includes an outer frame 11 that forms an outer shell of the pachinko machine 10, and an inner frame 12 is supported on one side of the outer frame 11 so as to be openable and closable. ing. The outer frame 11 is formed in a rectangular shape as a whole by a wooden plate material, and each plate material is assembled by a detachable fastener such as a small screw. Therefore, the structure can be easily reused as compared with the conventional structure in which the plates are assembled using nails and rivets. In the present embodiment, the outer dimension of the outer frame 11 is 809 mm (inner dimension 771 mm), and the outer dimension in the left and right direction is 518 mm (inner dimension 480 mm).

  The inner frame 12 and the front frame set 14 are made of a synthetic resin, specifically, ABS (acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene) resin. By using a synthetic resin for molding both, it is possible to cope with a more complicated shape as compared with the case of using a metal material, and it is also possible to suppress an increase in production cost. Advantages of using ABS include a low production cost, strong viscosity, and high impact resistance compared to resin materials such as polycarbonate. In addition, for example, when a coating process such as plating is performed on a design surface such as the front side of the front frame set 14, the process is relatively easy to perform, and there is an advantage that a product with higher appearance quality can be manufactured.

  The opening / closing axis of the inner frame 12 is set so as to extend vertically on the left side (opposite to the place where the handle 18 described later) is installed as viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10, and the inner frame 12 is centered on the opening / closing axis. Can be opened forward. The outer frame 11 may be made of a light metal such as resin or aluminum.

  A lower tray unit 13 is attached to the inner frame 12 at the lowermost portion, and a front frame set 14 is attached to correspond to a range excluding the lower tray unit 13. The lower plate unit 13 is fixed to the inner frame 12 with a fastener such as a screw. The front frame set 14 is attached to the inner frame 12 so as to be openable and closable. Like the inner frame 12, the front frame set 14 is located on the front side with an open / close axis extending vertically to the left when viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10. It can be opened. FIG. 3 is a front view showing a state in which the front frame set 14 is removed from the pachinko machine 10 (however, in FIG. 3, the structure in the game area on the game board 30 is shown as blank for convenience). Note that a rib R1 projects from the front side of the inner frame 12 at a periphery thereof (a portion corresponding to the front frame set 14). When the front frame set 14 is closed, the front frame set 14 is fitted into the rib R1. With this configuration, it becomes difficult to allow a wire or the like to enter from the gap between the front frame set 14 and the inner frame 12 and plays a role in preventing fraud.

  The lower tray unit 13 is provided with a lower tray 15 as a ball receiving tray at a substantially central portion, so that game balls discharged from the outlet 16 can be stored in the lower tray 15. Most of the lower dish unit 13 is formed of ABS resin like the inner frame 12, but the surface layer forming the lower dish 15 and the front panel 23 at the back of the lower dish are particularly flame retardant. Molded with ABS resin. For this reason, this part is difficult to burn. Reference numeral 24 denotes a sound output port from the speaker, and reference numeral 25 denotes a ball release lever for discharging the game ball from the lower plate 15 downward.

  A game ball launching handle (hereinafter simply referred to as “handle”) 18 is disposed on the right side of the lower plate 15 so as to protrude to the front side. That is, the handle 18 is positioned on the right side when viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10 on the side opposite to the opening / closing axis of the inner frame 12, and a predetermined opening amount when the inner frame 12 is opened regardless of the protrusion of the handle 18. It can be secured. An ashtray 26 is provided on the left side of the lower plate 15. The ashtray 26 has a so-called cantilever structure that is rotatably supported by a shaft rod (not shown) protruding leftward from the left side of the lower tray 15.

  On the other hand, an upper plate 19 serving as a ball receiving plate is provided above the lower plate 15. Here, the upper tray 19 is a ball receiving tray for temporarily storing the game balls and guiding them to the game ball launching device while aligning them in a line. The upper plate 19 is integrally formed with the glass frame portion that supports the glass in the front frame set 14. In the conventional pachinko machine, a front decorative frame that can be opened and closed with respect to the inner frame below the glass frame is provided, and an upper plate is provided on the front decorative frame. On the other hand, since the upper plate 19 is provided directly and integrally, even if the width of the frame portion of the front frame set 14 is relatively narrow as compared with the prior art, as will be described later, the front frame set 14 (glass frame Part) can be secured. Similar to the lower plate 15, the upper plate 19 has a structure in which the surface layer is formed of flame-retardant ABS resin.

  In FIG. 3, the inner frame 12 is mainly composed of a resin base 20 having a rectangular outer shape, and a substantially circular window hole 21 is formed at the center of the resin base 20. A game board 30 is detachably mounted on the rear side of the resin base 20. The game board 30 is made of a rectangular plywood, and is attached in a state in which the peripheral edge thereof is in contact with the back side of the resin base 20 (inner frame 12). Accordingly, a substantially central portion of the front surface portion of the game board 30 is exposed to the front surface side of the inner frame 12 through the window hole 21 of the resin base 20. The vertical length of the game board 30 is 476 mm, and the horizontal length is 452 mm (same size as before). The resin base 20 is provided with an opening detection sensor 22 that detects opening of the front frame set 14. Although not shown, an open detection switch for detecting the opening of the inner frame 12 is also provided.

  Next, the configuration of the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG.

  The game board 30 includes a variable display device unit 35 provided at a substantially central portion thereof, and a special winning device 401 as a special device provided so as to surround the variable display device unit 35. A first opportunity corresponding port 402 as a first entrance is provided on the left side of the special winning device 401, and a second entrance as a second entrance is provided on the right side of the special winning device 401. An opportunity corresponding port 403 is provided. In addition, a general winning port 31 is provided below the special winning device 401, below the first opportunity corresponding port 402, and below the second opportunity corresponding port 403.

  A game ball that has entered the first opportunity corresponding port 402 and the second opportunity corresponding port 403 is detected by a detection switch described later.

  The special winning device 401 has a first winning port 411 for guiding a game ball into the special winning device 401 above the variable display device unit 35, and a first electric combination for switching the first winning port 411 between an open state and a closed state. An object 412, a second winning port 432 in which a game ball that has entered the special winning device 401 below the variable display device unit 35 can enter, and a second winning port 432 that switches between an open state and a closed state. 2 electric accessories 431. The present embodiment is configured such that a big hit state occurs when a ball enters the second winning opening 432. In addition, the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 are always in a closed state (second state) in which it is difficult or impossible to enter a game ball, and details will be described later, but a predetermined condition is satisfied. And an open state (first state) in which a game ball can easily enter. In the present embodiment, the first prize winning opening 411 corresponds to a special entry opening, the first electric accessory 412 corresponds to a first variable entry apparatus, and the second electric accessory 431 is a second variable entry. It corresponds to a ball device. Further, the second winning opening 432 corresponds to the specific area, and the ball entering the second winning opening 432 corresponds to the passage of the game ball to the specific area.

  Further, the special prize winning device 401 has left and right warp portions 413 and 414 for guiding the game balls won in the first winning opening 411 to the upper side of the second electric accessory 431, and below the left and right warp portions 413 and 414. And a substantially U-shaped receiving portion 415 that opens upward.

  The left and right warp portions 413 and 414 are formed in a substantially arcuate front shape so as to surround the upper shoulder portion of the variable display device unit 35 from directly below the first winning opening 411, and the left and right cylinder portions 416, It is comprised from the left-right extension part 418,419 provided so that the wall part of the outer peripheral side of 417 might be extended. The left warp unit 413 and the right warp unit 414 have the same starting point (base end) below the first winning opening 411 and above the variable display device unit 35, and left and right across the variable display device unit 35. It has a symmetric shape and is formed in a substantially arc shape that opens downward as a whole. The game ball that has entered the first winning opening 411 is led out to the left tube portion 416 (right tube portion 417) and guided to the lower receiving portion 415 via the left extension portion 418 (right extension portion 419). It is burned. The left and right warp portions 413 and 414 are provided with winning openings 421 and 422 for guiding the game balls into the left and right warps 413 and 414, that is, into the special winning device 401. The winning opening portions 421 and 422 are always open, but the width of the opening is slightly wider than the game ball, and the game ball is less likely to enter the winning opening portions 421 and 422. It has a panel 30 surface configuration (nail arrangement, etc.). Therefore, it is very rare to enter the winning openings 421 and 422. Note that the left extending portion 418 and the right extending portion 419 are configured such that the front end portions thereof face each other and are inclined slightly downward toward the respective front end portions. In addition, in the left and right extending portions 418 and 419, the behavior of the game ball is visible.

  The lower receiving portion 415 is provided so as to close the opening between the distal end portions of the left and right extending portions 418 and 419. That is, the special winning device 401 is an area closed by the left and right warp units 413 and 414 and the lower receiving unit 415, and the special winning device 401 has a first winning port 411 or a winning opening 421, You can't enter the ball without going through 422.

  The second electric accessory 431 and the second winning opening 432 are provided so as to be lined up and down inside the lower receiving portion 415. In addition, a specific winning opening 433 is provided adjacent to the inner bottom end of the lower receiving portion 415. The game balls that have entered the special prize winning device 401 are designed to win either the special prize opening 433 or the second prize opening 432.

  The second electric accessory 431 includes a winning path 434 penetrating vertically and a pair of movable wings 435 for switching the winning path 434 between an open state and a closed state. In addition, a bowl-shaped winning restriction part 436 that restricts the entry into the second winning opening 432 is provided at the lower end of the second electric accessory 431.

  The second winning opening 432 is provided inside a substantially U-shaped ball receiver 441 that opens upward. The ball receiver 441 is disposed immediately below the winning path 434, and the game ball that has passed through the winning path 434 always reaches the ball receiver 441 and enters the second winning port 432. . That is, when the second electric accessory 431 (movable wing 435) is operated and the winning path 434 is opened, the game ball is likely to win the second winning opening 432. On the other hand, a game ball that does not pass through the winning path 434 is configured not to enter the second winning opening 432 by the winning restriction portion 436 of the second electric accessory 431. Further, even when the second electric accessory 431 is in the closed state, there is a space left between the pair of movable wings 435 so that the game ball can pass through the ball, so that the game ball enters the winning path 434 at all. Although it is not impossible, it is rare that a game ball enters the winning path 434 and wins the second winning opening 432 when the second electric accessory 431 is in the closed state.

  On the inner peripheral side of the ball receiver 441, a V stopper 442 that can be moved in and out with respect to the surface of the game board 30 is provided so as to be positioned above the second winning opening 432. The V stopper 442 is connected to a V solenoid 443 provided on the back side of the game board 30 (see FIG. 8). When the V solenoid 443 is in a non-excited state, the front end portion of the V stopper 442 and the surface of the game board 30 are flush with each other, and a game ball that has entered the ball receiver 441 is allowed to enter the second winning port 432. It is like that. On the other hand, when the V solenoid 443 is energized, the V stopper 442 protrudes from the surface of the game board 30 and the winning to the second winning opening 432 is restricted, and only one game ball is stopped on the V stopper 442. It has come to be. That is, the game ball is put on hold in the ball receiver 441. If one game ball is already held on the V stopper 442, the game ball passing through the winning path 434 is repelled by the held game ball and falls to the side of the ball receiver 441. The specific winning opening 433 will be won.

The variable display device unit 35 includes a variable display device 42 which is a liquid crystal display device, and display contents are controlled by a display control device 45 which will be described later. As shown in FIG. 38, the display unit of the variable display device 42 is usually divided into two display units, a first display unit 42L and a second display unit 42R, and the symbols are variably displayed on each display unit. The In the present embodiment, the first symbol as identification information is displayed on the first display unit 42L, and the second symbol as identification information is displayed on the second display unit 42R. The variable display device 42 is configured to variably display the first symbol using a ball entering the first opportunity corresponding port 402 as a trigger and to variably display the second symbol using a ball entering the second trigger corresponding port 403 as a trigger. Has been. In the present embodiment, the display control device 45 corresponds to a first display control unit and a second display control unit.
The first display portion 42L corresponds to the first variable display means, and the second display portion 42R corresponds to the second variable display means.

  The first display portion 42L displays three symbol rows, upper, middle, and lower. Each symbol row is composed of a plurality of first symbols, and these first symbols are variably displayed on the first display portion 42L so as to be scrolled for each symbol row. The first symbol is configured to be numbered from “0” to “9”, and the first symbol is variably displayed from right to left with periodicity for each symbol row. Yes. In this case, the variable display stops in the order of the upper symbol row → the lower symbol row → the middle symbol row, and if the first symbol stops on the first display portion 42L at the time of the stop, the first display portion 42L The winning display is made at. In the winning display in the present embodiment, a winning notification (FIG. 38) teaches that the winning symbol is displayed on the display units (42L, 42R), that is, the corresponding winning opening (411, 432) is opened. (B)) and an opening notification that teaches that the corresponding winning opening (411, 432) is open. In this embodiment, when the same first symbol is displayed in the upper, middle, and lower symbol columns, the winning symbol is selected, and the combination of the three symbols arranged in the first symbol (the so-called doublet) displayed at that time is the winning symbol. It is. As described above, when the first symbol is confirmed and stopped in the winning symbol, the first electric accessory 412 is activated and the first winning opening 411 is opened. Then, the game ball can be entered into the special prize-winning device 401 by winning the game ball in the opened first prize opening 411.

  On the other hand, unlike the first display unit 42L, the second display unit 42R performs display with a bowling effect. More specifically, in the second display portion 42R, the first 10 pins with the symbols 1 to 10 are initially displayed (in the second display portion 42R, the pins correspond to the second symbol). After throwing, the effect is displayed as if the bowling pin falls down. And when all the pins fall down (corresponding to the winning symbol), it is won and the winning display is performed on the second display section 42R. After that, the second electric accessory 431 is operated to open the winning path 434, and the game ball is likely to win the second winning opening 432.

  In particular, in the present embodiment, in a normal state, when there is a winning in the second winning opening 432, a big hit state is generated. In other words, when there is a winning at the second winning opening 432, a special game moving image indicating that the jackpot state is displayed on the variable display device 42, and the jackpot state is started. In the big hit state, the first winning port 411 is repeatedly opened a predetermined number of times (predetermined number of rounds) with the passage of a predetermined time or the winning of the predetermined number of first winning ports 411 as one round. However, it is a necessary condition for the continuation of the round that there is a winning in the second winning opening 432 for each round.

  In the present embodiment, the holding lamp 46L and the holding lamp 46R are provided so as to individually correspond to the first display part 42L and the second display part 42R. Specifically, when a game ball newly enters the first opportunity corresponding port 402 (second trigger corresponding port 403) while the first symbol variation is being displayed (during the second symbol variation), The variation display of one symbol (the second symbol) is performed after the variation display performed at that time ends. That is, the variable display is on standby (held). The maximum number of variable displays to be held is determined for each model of the pachinko machine. In the present embodiment, each variable display is held up to 4 times, and the number of hold times is lit by the hold lamps 46L and 46R. It is like that. However, the maximum number of holding times is not limited to this. For example, the maximum number of times of holding may be set to 8 in order to wait for the eight symbols of the first symbol or the second symbol to be changed.

  In the present embodiment, for each of the first display part 42L and the second display part 42R, each hold is counted until reaching the maximum number of holds. The number of holds of the symbol variation display is counted and stored by a hold counter (not shown). Hereinafter, the number of holdings stored in the holding counter is referred to as a starting holding ball number N. Further, in the present embodiment, since the number of holdings is counted for each of the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R, the number of starting reserved balls corresponding to the first display unit 42L is set as the number of starting reserved balls. The number of starting reserved balls corresponding to NL and the second display portion 42R will be referred to as a starting reserved ball number NR.

  In addition, the game board 30 is provided with an out port 36, so that game balls that have not entered the various winning ports etc. are guided through the out port 36 toward a ball discharge path (not shown). It has become. The game board 30 is provided with a large number of nails for appropriately dispersing and adjusting the falling direction of the game balls, and various members (acts) such as a windmill. The variable display device unit 35 and the special prize-winning device 401 are disposed in through holes formed by router processing, and are attached from the front side of the game board 30 with wood screws or the like. When a game ball is won in the general winning opening 31 or the specific winning opening 433, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the upper plate 19 (or the lower plate 15) by the output of a detection switch described later. In the present embodiment, 5 balls are paid out when there is a winning at the general winning opening 31, and 10 balls are paid out when there is a winning at the second winning opening 432 and the specific winning opening 433. It has become.

  Further, the game board 30 is provided with a rail unit 50 for guiding the game balls launched from the game ball launching device to the upper part of the game board 30, and the game balls launched by the turning operation of the handle 18. Are guided to a predetermined game area through the rail unit 50. The rail unit 50 is formed of a ring-shaped resin molded product, and includes an inner rail constituent part (inner rail part) 51 and an outer rail constituent part (outer rail mounting part) 52 that are integrally formed in an inner and outer double. Have. The inner rail constituting portion 51 is formed in a substantially annular shape except for about 1/4 of the upper portion. Further, the outer rail constituting portion 52 is formed so that a part (mainly the left side portion) faces the inner rail constituting portion 51. In such a case, the inner rail constituting portion 51 and the outer rail constituting portion 52 mainly constitute a guide rail, and each of the rail constituting portions 51 and 52 is guided by a ball by a portion (left portion toward the left) that is parallel with a predetermined interval. A passage is formed. The ball guide passage is formed in a groove shape having a contact surface with the game board 30, that is, a groove shape in which the front side is opened.

  A return ball preventing member 53 is attached to the tip portion of the inner rail constituting portion 51 (the upper left portion in FIG. 4). This prevents a situation in which the game ball once guided from the ball guide passage between the inner rail constituting portion 51 and the outer rail constituting portion 52 to the upper portion of the game board 30 returns to the ball guide passage again. It is like that. Further, a return rubber 54 is attached to the outer rail constituting portion 52 at a position corresponding to the maximum flight portion of the game ball (upper right portion in FIG. 4: a portion corresponding to the tip portion of the outer rail constituting portion 52). . Therefore, the game ball launched at a predetermined momentum or more hits the return rubber 54 and is returned to, for example, the substantially central portion side of the game board 30. A long stainless steel sliding plate 55 is attached to the inner side surface of the outer rail constituting portion 52 in order to make the flight of the game ball smoother. In the present embodiment, the outer rail constituting portion 52 and the sliding plate 55 constitute a so-called conventional outer rail. Then, by making the inner and outer rail components 51 and 52 and the sliding plate 55 into a unit as the rail unit 50, the mounting operation becomes easier and the workability is improved as compared with the conventional configuration in which the inner and outer rails are separately provided.

  An arc-shaped flange 56 projecting outward is formed on the outer peripheral portion of the rail unit 50. The flange 56 constitutes a mounting surface for the game board 30. When the rail unit 50 is attached to the game board 30, the flange 56 is brought into contact with the game board 30, and in this state, fixing means such as screws are inserted into the plurality of through holes formed in the flange 56. Thus, the rail unit 50 can be fastened to the game board 30. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the top, bottom, left, and right ends of the rail unit 50 are formed in a substantially straight line (flat) when viewed from the front. That is, the flange 56 is cut off at each of the upper, lower, left and right ends of the rail unit 50, and the rail diameter can be expanded in a limited area in the pachinko machine 10, that is, the game area on the game board 30 can be expanded. ing. The lower left flange 56 uses more fixing means than the other parts (upper left, upper right and lower right flanges 56). This is for fixing the positions of the guide rail and the ball guide passage to more appropriate positions, whereby the game ball launched from the game ball launching device is more stably guided to the upper part of the game board 30. In addition, the rail unit 50 can be more firmly fixed by increasing the number of fixing means, and even if distortion occurs when the rail unit 50 is molded, there is an effect of absorbing the distortion.

  A convex portion 57 is formed at the entrance of the spherical guide passage between the inner rail constituting portion 51 and the outer rail constituting portion 52 so as to close a part of the spherical guide passage. This convex portion 57 is provided in a substantially vertical direction from the inner rail constituting portion 51 to the lower end portion of the rail unit 50, and a foul ball that does not reach the game area and flows backward in the ball guide passage is used as a foul ball passage 63 (see FIG. 3). ). Note that the lower right corner and the lower left corner of the game board 30 are spaces for attaching seals and plates (S1, S2 in FIG. 4) such as certificate stamps, etc., in order to secure this attachment space. The notches 58 and 59 are formed in the flange 56.

  Next, the game area will be described. The game area is partitioned and formed in a substantially circular shape by the inner peripheral part (inner and outer rail constituent parts 51 and 52) of the rail unit 50. In particular, in this embodiment, the game area is partitioned on the board surface of the game board 30. Is much larger than before. In the present embodiment, the distance from the uppermost point of the outer rail component 52 to the lower part of the game board 30 is 445 mm (58 mm longer than the conventional product), and the inner rail component 51 from the extreme left position of the outer rail component 52. The distance to the extreme right position is 435 mm (50 mm longer than the conventional product). The distance from the extreme left position of the inner rail component 51 to the extreme right position of the inner rail component 51 is 418 mm.

  In the present embodiment, when the game area is viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10, guidance that is a parallel part of the inner and outer rail constituting parts 51 and 52 among the area surrounded by the inner rail constituting part 51 and the outer rail constituting part 52. The area excluding the rail area. Therefore, since the game area does not include the guide rail portion, the left limit position toward the game area is specified not by the outer rail component 52 but by the inner rail component 51. Similarly, the right limit position toward the game area is specified by the inner rail constituting unit 51. The lower limit position of the game area is specified by the lower end position of the game board 30. Further, the upper limit position of the game area is specified by the outer rail component 52.

  Therefore, in the present embodiment, the width of the game area (maximum width in the left-right direction) is 418 mm, and the height of the game area (maximum width in the vertical direction) is 445 mm.

  Here, the width of the gaming area is preferably at least 380 mm. More preferably, it is 390 mm or more, 400 mm or more, 410 mm or more, 420 mm or more, 430 mm or more, 440 mm or more, 450 mm or more, and further 460 mm or more. Of course, it may be 470 mm or more. That is, the width of the game area is preferably as large as possible from the viewpoint of expanding the game area. The height of the game area is preferably at least 400 mm. More preferably, it is 410 mm or more, 420 mm or more, 430 mm or more, 440 mm or more, 450 mm or more, and more preferably 460 mm or more. Of course, it is good also as 470 mm or more, 480 mm or more, and 490 mm or more. That is, the width of the game area is preferably as large as possible from the viewpoint of expanding the game area. In addition, about the combination of the said width | variety and height, it is good also as what combined the said numerical value arbitrarily.

  In the present embodiment, the ratio of the area of the game area to the surface of the game board 30 is about 70%, which is much larger than the conventional area ratio. Note that the area ratio of the game area to the surface of the game board 30 has been only about 50% in the past, so it can be said that the game area is considerably expanded on the premise that the game board 30 is shared. It should be noted that the external shape of the pachinko machine 10 is almost uniform among manufacturers for the convenience of installation in the game hall, and in the situation where the size of the game board 30 must be the same, the surface of the game board 30 as described above. Increasing the ratio of the area of the gaming area to about 20% is very significant from the viewpoint of expanding the gaming area. Here, the ratio is preferably at least 60% or more. More preferably, it is 65% or more, More preferably, it is 70% or more. Further, if it is 75% or more exceeding the case of this embodiment, it is more desirable. Furthermore, it may be 80% or more.

  Further, the ratio of the area of the game area to the area of the front side of the entire pachinko machine 10 is about 40%, which is a much larger area ratio than before. The area ratio of the game area to the area of the front side of the entire pachinko machine 10 is desirably 35% or more. Of course, it may be 40% or more, 45% or more, or 50% or more.

  In addition, by extending the game area in the left-right direction, a windmill, a plurality of nails (guide nails for guiding a game ball to the center), and other accessories can be arranged in various ways. The behavior of the game ball in the game areas on the left and right sides of the unit 35 can be made more interesting. In addition, since the game area is also expanded in the vertical direction, it is possible to further arrange various windmills, a plurality of nails, and other accessories, thereby further improving the behavior of the game balls in the vertical direction in the game area. It can be interesting.

  Returning to the description of FIG. 3, in the resin base 20, below the window hole 21 (game board 30), a launch rail 61 for guiding the game ball immediately after being launched from the game ball launcher is attached. Yes. The firing rail 61 is fixedly attached to the resin base 20 integrally with the metal plate 62 behind the firing rail 61, and is configured to extend linearly at a predetermined firing angle (launch angle). Accordingly, the game ball that is launched in accordance with the turning operation of the handle 18 is first launched obliquely upward along the launch rail 61 and then guided to a predetermined game area through the ball guide passage of the rail unit 50 as described above. It is like that.

  In the case of this pachinko machine 10, it has already been described that the game area is greatly expanded compared to the conventional case, but under such a configuration, the curvature of the guide rail must be reduced, so that the launch ball is stabilized. Need some ingenuity. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the launch position of the game ball is lowered and the inclination angle (launch angle) of the launch rail 61 is made somewhat larger than that of the existing one (that is, the launch rail 61 is raised) to further launch. The length of the rail 61 is made longer than the existing one so as to ensure a sufficiently long ball guiding distance. Thereby, the game ball launched from the game ball launching device can be guided to the guide rail in a more stable state. Particularly in this case, the launch rail 61 is formed so as to extend from the launch position of the game ball launcher to a position beyond the center position (out port 36) of the game area. In addition, since the launch rail 61 has the above-described configuration, in the present embodiment, the metal plate 62 is also relatively larger than the conventional one, and the number of fixing means for fixing the metal plate 62 is larger than the conventional one.

  Further, there is a gap of a predetermined interval between the firing rail 61 and the rail unit 50 (guidance rail), and a foul ball passage 63 is formed below the gap. Therefore, if the game ball fired from the game ball launching device does not reach the return ball prevention member 53 and returns to the inside of the guide rail as a foul ball, the foul ball passes through the foul ball passage 63 to the lower plate 15. To be discharged. Incidentally, in the case of the present embodiment, the length of the firing rail 61 is about 240 mm, and the length of the gap at the tip of the firing rail (the length on the extension line of the firing rail 61) is about 40 mm.

  When the foul sphere flows backward in the guide rail, most of the foul sphere flows along the outer rail constituting portion 52 and drops downward when reaching the lower end portion of the outer rail constituting portion 52. May be ramped in the guide rail and jump to the inner rail component 51 side. At this time, the splashed foul ball hits the convex portion 57 at the entrance of the ball guide passage and is guided to the foul ball passage 63. Thereby, all of the foul balls are surely guided to the foul ball passage 63. This suppresses interference between the foul ball and the next game ball to be launched.

  Although detailed disclosure of the drawings is omitted, one game ball is supplied to the game ball launching device one by one from the ball outlet on the front frame set 14 side (ball outlet leading from the most downstream portion of the upper plate 19). At this time, since the launch position of the game ball is lowered in the present embodiment, the drop from the exit of the ball on the front frame set 14 side to the launch position becomes large, but in the vicinity of the base end portion of the launch rail 61, its right side and Guide members 65 and 66 are installed on the front side. Thereby, the game ball supplied from the ball exit on the front frame set 14 side is always set at a predetermined launch position, and a stable launch operation can be realized. In addition, the game ball launcher is provided with a hitting ball basket, and the game ball is shot with the rotation of the hit ball bowl around the shaft portion. Therefore, while aiming to reduce the weight of the hitting ball by changing the material to light metal such as aluminum and reducing the size of the shaft, the head portion of the hitting ball (on the side opposite to the shaft) is secured to ensure sufficient firing force. A weight is provided at the end. Thereby, sufficient and stable launch of the game ball can be realized. By providing the weight portion of the hitting ball projecting upward, it is possible to easily pick or hit the hitting ball, and it is easy to adjust the hitting strength of the hitting tip.

  In addition, the code | symbol 67 in FIG. 3 is the discharge port connected to the upper plate 19, and a game ball is discharged to the upper plate 19 through this discharge port 67. FIG. An open / close shutter 68 is attached to the discharge port 67. Although detailed disclosure of the drawings is omitted, the shutter 68 is rotatable about the shaft portion provided along the lower side portion thereof, and is in a state where the front frame set 14 is opened (state of FIG. 3). The shutter 68 substantially closes the discharge port 67 by a biasing force such as a spring. When the front frame set 14 is closed, the shutter 68 is pushed open by a ball passage rod 69 (see FIG. 2) provided on the back surface of the front frame set 14. Note that the game ball is discharged to the lower plate 15 in the opened state of the front frame set 14. Therefore, as described above, in the pachinko machine 10 configured such that the upper plate 19 is directly provided with respect to the front frame set 14, the game balls in the payout passage and the like are spilled off when the front frame set 14 is opened. Can be prevented.

  The resin base 20 is provided with a substantially rectangular small window 71 at the lower right portion of the window hole 21. Accordingly, a seal or the like (S1 in FIG. 4) stretched at the lower right corner of the game board 30 can be viewed through the small window 71. It is also possible to affix the above-mentioned sticker or the like from this small window 71.

  The resin base 20 is provided with a substantially rectangular small window 72 at the upper left of the window hole 21, and a substantially rectangular hole 73 (see FIG. Reference) is provided. Various electrical wirings (not shown) connected to the electric decorations 102 and 103 of the front frame set 14 to be described later are led from the back side of the pachinko machine 10 through the small window 72 and the hole 73.

  Further, support metal fittings 81 and 82 are attached to the left end portion of the inner frame 12 in FIG. 3 as a support mechanism for the front frame set 14. The upper support fitting 81 is provided with a support hole 83 having a notch on the front side of the figure, and the lower support fitting 82 is provided with a protruding shaft 84 protruding in the vertical direction.

  The inner frame 12 is provided with grounding metal fittings E1 and E2 (see FIG. 3). The grounding metal fittings E1 and E2 are connected to predetermined metal parts on the back side of the inner frame 12. Then, in a state where the front frame set 14 is closed, the grounding metal fittings E1 and E2 are short-circuited by coming into contact with reinforcing plates 131 and 132 described later.

  Next, the front frame set 14 will be described with reference to FIGS. FIG. 5 is a rear view of the front frame set 14. The front frame set 14 is formed with a substantially elliptical window 101 so that most of the game area can be visually recognized from the outside. Specifically, the window portion 101 has a shape in which a substantially central portion on the left and right sides is curved relatively gently as compared with the upper and lower sides. The substantially central portion may be linear. In the present embodiment, the distance between the upper end of the window portion 101 (the uppermost portion of the outer rail constituting portion 52 and the upper end of the game area) and the upper end of the front frame set 14 (the so-called upper and lower width of the upper frame portion) is 61 mm. It is significantly shorter than the prior art with an upper frame width of about 85 mm to 95 mm. As a result, the upper area of the game area can be easily secured, and the large variable display device unit 35 can also be arranged relatively upward. The distance between the upper end of the front frame set 14 is desirably 80 mm or less, more desirably 70 mm or less, and further desirably 60 mm or less. Of course, as long as a predetermined strength can be ensured, it may be 50 mm or less.

  Further, the shortest distance between the left end of the window portion 101 and the left end of the front frame set 14 when viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10 (the left-right width of the so-called left side frame portion: shown on the right side in FIG. 5), The frame width on the opening / closing axis side is set to be relatively large in order to increase the strength and support strength of the front frame set 14 itself. In this case, as apparent from comparison between FIGS. 1 and 3, in the state where the front frame set 14 is closed, not only the left end portion of the outer rail constituting portion 52 but also the left end portion of the inner rail constituting portion 51 is Covered by the left frame. That is, at least a part of the guide rail overlaps and is covered with the left side frame portion of the front frame set 14 when viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10. Even if it becomes difficult to visually recognize the game ball in this way, it is only a passing point where the game ball is guided to the game area, and it is difficult to see the game ball in the game area where the player mainly enjoys the game. It doesn't mean. Therefore, there is no trouble in actual game. Moreover, while such a trouble does not arise, sufficient intensity | strength and support strength of the front frame set 14 are securable. Incidentally, the distance in the left-right direction between the left end position of the outer rail component 52 and the left end position of the outer frame 11 when viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10 is 21 mm, and the right end position of the game area (the right end position of the inner rail component 51). The distance in the left-right direction from the right end position of the outer frame 11 is 44 mm.

  In addition, the front frame set 14 is provided with light emitting means such as various lamps around it (for example, a corner portion). These light emitting means play a role of enhancing the effect of the game during the game by changing and controlling the light emission mode such as lighting and blinking according to the change of the game state at the time of big hit or reach. For example, at the periphery of the window portion 101, an annular illumination portion 102 containing a light emitting means such as an LED is provided symmetrically, and at the center of the annular illumination portion 102 and at the top of the pachinko machine 10, Similarly, a central illumination unit 103 having a built-in light emitting means such as an LED is provided. In the pachinko machine 10, the central illumination unit 103 functions as a jackpot lamp, and lights and blinks when the jackpot is informed that the jackpot is being hit. Further, the upper plate 19 is also provided around the upper plate 19 with an upper plate illumination unit 104 having a built-in light emitting means such as an LED. In addition, on the left and right sides of the central illumination unit 103, there are provided a prize ball lamp 105 that is lit during the payout of a prize ball and an error display lamp 106 that is lit when a predetermined error occurs. Further, a small window 107 to which a transparent resin is attached is provided so as to be able to visually recognize a part of the inner frame 12 surface, the game board 30 surface, and the like so as to be adjacent to the lower end portion of the annular illumination portion 102. In the reach state in the present embodiment, for example, the symbol variation in the lower symbol row among the upper, middle, and lower symbol rows displayed on the first display unit 42L is the stop symbol of the upper symbol row. A state of stopping with the same type of symbol is included.

  In the reach state, various reach state patterns (reach patterns) are set in addition to “normal reach” in which the symbols in the middle symbol row are simply scrolled as in the case of normal fluctuation. Among these reach patterns, reach patterns other than “normal reach” are so-called “super reach”. When the operation of “Super Reach” is started, the winning (the first electric combination 412 or the second electric combination 431 is activated and the first prize opening 411 or the second winning combination is operated as compared with the case of “normal reach”. The expected value for the winning opening 432 is opened) is increased. In “super reach”, the winning expectation value may differ depending on each reach pattern. In addition, a reach pattern called “special reach”, which has a higher expected value than “super reach”, or “premium reach” in which winning is confirmed and displayed may be prepared.

  Furthermore, each reach pattern is weighted, and the probability that each reach pattern is selected is individually different. Specifically, the probability of selecting “super reach” is set lower than the probability of selecting “normal reach”. Further, the probability of selecting “special reach” is set lower than “super reach”. In addition, “Premium Reach” is set so that it is hardly selected. In the present embodiment, the probability that each reach pattern is selected is different depending on whether it is won or not.

  Here, a specific example of the reach variation mode related to the second display unit 42R will be described below. Unlike the first display portion 42L, the second display portion 42R is displayed with a bowling effect. In particular, the second display portion 42R has ten pins with the initial 1 to 10 symbols. Is displayed (in the second display portion 42R, the corresponding pin corresponds to the second symbol), and after throwing, an effect display is performed as if the bowling pin falls down, and all pins fall down. He mentioned that the winning display will be made in the event of an event. More specifically, if all the pins fall down in the first throw, it is won without any problem, but here, it is set that the reach state is reached when seven or more pins fall down in the first throw. In other words, if only 6 pins or less have fallen, it will come off at that time. A reach state occurs when seven or more pins collapse on the first throw. In this case, the throwing effect of the second throw is performed, and when all the remaining pins fall down in the second throw, the winning (the second electric accessory 431 is activated and the winning path 434 is opened, that is, the second The winning opening 432 is opened). Here, the lower the remaining number, the higher the degree of expectation to win. For example, when the remaining number is 3, the normal reach effect is performed, when the remaining number is 2, the super reach effect is performed, and when the remaining number is 1, the special reach effect is performed. And so on. However, sometimes exceptions may be provided. For example, even if the remaining number is two, if it is a split, premium reach (highest expectation: almost winning) occurs.

  In addition, in the effect display mode of the variable display device 42 that is caused to change symbols, an effect other than the reach effect may be performed from the start of change of all symbol sequences to the final stop display. Productions other than the reach production include production such as slip fluctuation, re-variation, reach suggestion, super reach suggestion, and winning suggestion. Here, the “suggestion” only needs to be able to suggest that a predetermined gaming state is likely to occur (a predetermined display mode is likely to be displayed on the variable display device 42) by the effect. Alternatively, there is no problem even if there is a case where the predetermined gaming state does not occur because the effect has an influence on the occurrence of the predetermined gaming state.

  In addition, a ball lending operation unit 120 is disposed below the window unit 101, and the ball lending operation unit 120 is provided with a ball lending button 121, a return button 122, and a frequency display unit 123. If the ball lending operation unit 120 is operated in a state where a bill or a card is inserted into a card unit (ball lending unit) arranged on the side of the pachinko machine 10, a game ball is lent according to the operation. . The ball lending button 121 is operated to obtain a lending ball based on information recorded on a card or the like (recording medium). Is done. The return button 122 is operated when requesting the return of a card or the like inserted into the card unit. The frequency display unit 123 displays remaining amount information such as a card. It should be noted that the ball rental operation unit 120 is not necessary for a pachinko machine in which game balls are lent directly to the upper plate from a ball lending device or the like without using a card unit, that is, a so-called cash machine. Therefore, a decorative seal or the like is attached to the installation portion of the ball rental operation unit 120. Thereby, the common use of the lending operation unit of the pachinko machine using the card unit and the cash machine is achieved.

  Various reinforcing members made of metal are provided on the back side of the front frame set 14 so as to surround the window portion 101. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 5, reinforcing plates 131, 132, 133, and 134 are respectively attached to the back side of the front frame set 14 and on the top, bottom, left, and right sides of the window portion 101. These reinforcing plates 131 to 134 are connected in contact with each other, but resin parts 135 for avoiding direct contact are interposed at the connecting portions of the left and upper reinforcing plates 132 and 133 in the drawing. That is, in the reinforcing plates 131 to 134, electricity is prevented from passing in an annular shape due to the insulating effect of the resin part 135. Thereby, generation | occurrence | production of the magnetic field by the loop of a noise in the reinforcement boards 131-134 and cyclic | annular electricity supply can be suppressed.

  The right reinforcing plate 131 in FIG. 5 is provided with an engaging claw 131a having a hook shape at an intermediate position thereof. The engaging claw 131a is a hole portion of the inner frame 12 with the front frame set 14 closed. 12a (refer FIG. 3) is comprised so that it may be engaged. With this configuration, the front frame set 14 is configured to include the upper plate 19, and even if the upper and lower pivot support positions are extended, the front frame set 14 can be prevented from being lifted at the intermediate position. Therefore, an illegal act or the like floating the front frame set 14 is suppressed.

  The lower reinforcing plate 134 is provided with a resin rail side wall member 136 at a position facing the firing rail 61 (see FIG. 3). The rail side wall member 136 becomes the side wall of the firing rail 61 when the front frame set 14 is closed. Therefore, the game ball is prevented from spilling from the launch rail 61.

  The reinforcing plates 131 to 134 described above also have a function as a metal frame for supporting the glass, and a part of the reinforcing plates 131 to 134 is folded back to form a glass holding groove. The glass holding grooves are formed in two rows on the front and rear sides, and a pair of front and rear glasses 137 having a rectangular shape are held in each glass holding groove. Thereby, the two glass 137 is attached to the front and back at a predetermined interval.

  As described above, in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment, the game area is expanded. Therefore, when the front frame set 14 is closed, the guide rail configured by the inner and outer rail components 51 and 52 is used. Is partially covered by the front frame set 14. Therefore, in the guide rail, a portion where the open side on the front side cannot be covered with the glass 137 is formed. In such a case, for example, when the game ball launched from the game ball launching device returns without reaching the return ball prevention member 53, the game ball spills out (jumps out) from the guide rail, and the outer rail component 52 There is a risk of being caught between the glass 137 and the like. Therefore, in the present embodiment, a rail cover 140 for covering the front side open portion of the guide rail is attached to the front frame set 14.

  The rail cover 140 is a substantially flat plate having a substantially arc shape, and is formed of a transparent resin. The rail cover 140 has an arc shape corresponding to the shape of the guide rail, and covers the section from the base end portion of the guide rail to the vicinity of the tip end portion along the peripheral edge of the window portion 101. It is attached to the back side of the set 14. In particular, the dimensions and shape of the rail cover 140 on the inner diameter side substantially match those of the inner rail constituting portion 51. When the rail cover 140 is attached, the surface side of the rail cover 140 is in contact with the glass 137. When the front frame set 14 is closed, the back surface of the rail cover 140 covers almost the entire area of the guide rail. Thereby, the collision of the game ball with the glass 137 can be prevented in most sections of the guide rail. Therefore, adverse effects such as breakage due to contact with the glass 137 can be suppressed.

  Further, a portion where the guide rail protrudes from the side edge portion of the glass 137 is provided at the right end portion of the rail cover 140 (that is, the portion which becomes the right end in the state of FIG. 5 where the rail cover 140 is attached to the front frame set 14). A covering portion 141 for covering is provided. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of problems such that the game ball spills out of the guide rail (jumps out) or gets caught between the outer rail component 52 and the glass 137.

  Further, on the back side of the rail cover 140, a ridge 142 is formed that extends in an arc along the inner edge of the rail cover 140 and protrudes toward the front side of FIG. The ridge 142 is configured to substantially overlap the inner rail constituting portion 51 in a state of entering the guide rail in a state where the front frame set 14 is closed. Therefore, for example, even if a wire or the like is invaded through the gap between the front frame set 14 and the inner frame 12 to perform a fraudulent act, it is very difficult to infiltrate the wire or the like into the game area inside the guide rail. Become. As a result, fraudulent acts performed using a wire or the like can be prevented. In addition, it is good also as a structure which forms the protrusion 142 in a wider range, for example along the whole region of the inner edge of the rail cover 140. According to this structure, it becomes difficult to infiltrate a wire etc. in a wider range, a wire etc. It is possible to more reliably prevent fraud performed using

  Further, support metal fittings 151 and 152 are attached to the right end portion of the front frame set 14 in FIG. 5 (left end portion when viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10) as a support mechanism for the inner frame 12. Therefore, the front frame set 14 can be opened and closed with respect to the inner frame 12 by assembling the support brackets 151 and 152 on the front frame set 14 side to the support brackets 81 and 82 (see FIG. 3) on the inner frame 12 side. It comes to be installed. Here, the support mechanism will be described in more detail based on the relationship between the support fittings 81 and 82 and the support fittings 151 and 152. The support fitting 151 has a substantially rod shape, and the upper diameter is larger than the lower diameter. The width of the cutout of the support hole 83 is narrower than the thickness of the upper portion of the support fitting 151 and wider than the thickness of the lower portion. As a mounting procedure for the front frame set 14, first, the lower portion of the support fitting 151 is inserted into the support hole 83 through the notch, and then the support fitting 152 is inserted into the protruding shaft 84 of the support fitting 82. Then, by positioning the upper portion of the support fitting 151 corresponding to the notch position, the support fitting 151 is not detached from the support hole 83, and the mounting of the front frame set 14 is completed.

  Here, the configuration of the locking mechanism G1 will be described with reference to FIG. The locking mechanism G1 is provided so as to extend in the vertical direction and to be movable in the vertical direction on one side of the inner frame 12 constituting the main body of the gaming machine (right side, left side in FIGS. 6 and 8). The long interlocking member G2 and the one side part of the inner frame 12 are provided at a position different from the position that is the maximum width in the left-right direction of the game area, and the interlocking member G2 is selectively moved upward or downward. A key member G3 (see FIGS. 6, 9 and the like) to be moved, and the locking of the inner frame 12 is released by the movement of the interlocking member G2 up and down by the operation of the key member G3, and the upper and lower other of the interlocking member G2 The front frame set 14 is unlocked by the movement to.

  Next, the configuration of the back surface of the pachinko machine 10 will be described in detail. FIG. 6 is a rear view of the pachinko machine 10.

  First, an overall outline of the rear configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described. In the pachinko machine 10, various control boards are arranged on the back side (actually the back side of the inner frame 12 and the game board 30) so as to be arranged vertically or horizontally, or to be stacked in front and back, A game ball supply device (payout mechanism) for supplying game balls, a protective cover made of resin, and the like are attached. In this embodiment, various control boards are divided into two mounting bases to form two control board units, and these control board units are individually attached to the inner frame 12 or the back of the game board 30. ing. In this case, the main board and the sound lamp control board are mounted on one mounting base to form a unit, and the dispensing control board, launch control board, and power supply board are mounted on the other mounting base to form a unit. Here, for convenience, the former unit is referred to as “first control board unit 201”, and the latter unit is referred to as “second control board unit 202”.

  In addition, since the dispensing mechanism and the protective cover are integrated as one unit, and the resin portion is generally referred to as a back pack, the unit is referred to as a “back pack unit 203”. The detailed configuration of each unit 201 to 203 will be described later.

  The first control board unit 201, the second control board unit 202, and the back pack unit 203 are configured so that they can be attached and detached without using any tools or the like in units of units. It is provided and can be opened and closed with respect to the inner frame 12 or the back surface of the game board 30. This is also a device for making it possible to easily check a hidden configuration or the like even if the units 201 to 203 and other configurations are arranged one behind the other.

  Actually, the units 201 to 203 are arranged and attached as shown in the schematic diagram of FIG. In FIG. 7, the first control board unit 201 having a substantially L-shape is arranged at substantially the center of the pachinko machine 10, and the second control board unit 202 is arranged therebelow. Further, the back pack unit 203 is arranged in a region partially overlapping the first control board unit 201.

  Specifically, the first control board unit 201 is provided with a support shaft part M1 at the left end portion when viewed from the back of the pachinko machine 10, and the first control board unit 201 is centered on the axis A by the support shaft part M1. It can be opened and closed. Further, the first control board unit 201 is provided with a fastening portion M2 made of a ny latch or the like at the right end portion thereof (that is, the side opposite to the support shaft portion, more specifically, the open end side), and the locking claw portion M3 at the upper end portion. The first control board unit 201 is fixed and held to the main body of the pachinko machine by the fastening part M2 and the locking claw part M3.

  Further, the second control board unit 202 is provided with a support shaft part M4 at the right end when viewed from the back of the pachinko machine 10, and the second control board unit 202 opens and closes around the axis B by the support shaft part M4. It is possible. Further, the second control board unit 202 is provided with a fastening portion M5 made of a ny latch or the like at the left end portion thereof (that is, the side opposite to the support shaft portion, more specifically, the open end side). 2 The control board unit 202 is fixedly held to the pachinko machine body.

  Further, the back pack unit 203 is provided with a support shaft portion M6 at the right end when viewed from the back of the pachinko machine 10, and the back pack unit 203 can be opened and closed around the axis C by the support shaft portion M6. Yes. Further, the back pack unit 203 is provided with a fastening portion M7 made of a ny latch or the like on the left end portion thereof (that is, on the side opposite to the support shaft portion, more specifically, on the open end side), and at the upper end portion and the lower end portion, respectively. The backpack unit 203 is fixedly held to the main body of the pachinko machine by the fastening part M7 and the locking parts M8, M9.

  In this case, the development directions of the units 201 to 203 are not the same, and the first control board unit 201 opens to the left when viewed from the back of the pachinko machine 10, whereas the second control board unit 202 and the back pack unit. 203 is configured to open to the right.

  On the other hand, FIG. 8 is a rear view showing the configuration of the game board 30 assembled to the inner frame 12. FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the inner frame 12 as viewed from the rear. Here, the back side structure of the inner frame 12 and the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIGS. 8 and 9.

  The game board 30 is installed in a square frame-shaped installation area surrounded by the resin base 20 and is not dropped by a plurality of (four in this embodiment) locking fixtures 211 and 212 provided on the inner frame 12. So that it is fixed. The locking fixtures 211 and 212 can be manually rotated to switch between a fixed position (lock position) and a fixed release position (unlock position). FIG. 8 shows a locked state. The locking fixtures 211 at the three left and right sides of the game board 30 are L-shaped metal fittings formed by bending metal pieces, and are configured not to protrude outwardly from the inner frame 12 when the game board 30 is fixed. Note that the locking fixture 212 at one lower portion of the game board 30 is an I-shaped fastener made of resin.

  Corresponding to the variable display device unit 35 (see FIG. 4) arranged in the approximate center of the game board 30, a resin (for example, ABS) frame cover 213 that covers the variable display device unit 35 from the back is provided in the rear. Is provided to protrude. A variable display device 42 as a liquid crystal display device and a display control device 45 are detachably attached to the rear end of the frame cover 213 in a state where they are overlapped in the front-rear direction. In the frame cover 213, an LED control board for driving LEDs and the like built in the variable display device unit 35 are disposed.

  A back frame set 215 is attached to the back surface of the game board 30 so as to surround the variable display device unit 35. The back frame set 215 is a thin resin-molded product (for example, made of ABS) provided so as to stick to the back surface of the game board 30, and a game ball collecting mechanism for collecting game balls won in various winning openings. Is formed. Specifically, below the back frame set 215, the above-described general winning opening 31, first opportunity corresponding opening 402, second opportunity corresponding opening 403, second winning opening 432, and specific winning opening 433 (see FIG. 4 respectively). A recovery passage 216 that corresponds to the opening of the game board and collects in one place on the downstream side is formed. In addition, a discharge passage board 217 made of resin (for example, made of polycarbonate resin) is also attached to the inner frame 12 below the game board 30, and discharge balls are sent to the outside of the pachinko machine 10 in the discharge passage board 217. A discharge passage 218 for guiding is formed. Therefore, as illustrated in phantom lines in FIG. 8, all the game balls won in the general winning opening 31 etc. gather through the collection passage 216 of the back frame set 215, and further the discharge passage 218 of the discharge passage board 217. Through the pachinko machine 10. In addition, the out port 36 (see FIG. 3) similarly communicates with the discharge passage 218, and the game balls that have not won any prize opening are discharged to the outside of the pachinko machine 10 through the discharge passage 218.

  In the above configuration, with the lower end surface of the game board 30 as a boundary, a back frame set 215 (collection passage 216) is provided on the upper side, and a discharge passage board 217 (discharge passage 218) is provided on the lower side. The game board 30 is provided without overlapping (overlapping) in the front-rear direction. Therefore, when removing the game board 30 from the inner frame 12, there is no inconvenience that the discharge passage board 17 prevents the game board from being removed.

  The discharge passage board 217 is provided just behind the upper plate 19 on the front surface of the pachinko machine. A wire or the like is inserted from a ball discharge port (ball passage rod 69 in FIG. 2) leading to the upper plate 19, An illegal act of causing a wire or the like to enter the game area side through a gap between the inner frame 12 and the discharge passage board 217 can be considered. Accordingly, in the pachinko machine 10, a plate 219 extending in front of the pachinko machine so as to overlap the inner frame 12 almost integrally is provided just behind the upper plate 19 of the discharge passage board 217. Therefore, even if a wire or the like tries to enter from the gap between the inner frame 12 and the discharge passage board 217, the wire or the like is obstructed by the plate 219, and it becomes very difficult to make the wire or the like enter the game area. As a result, illegal acts such as forcibly opening the first electric accessory 412 (first winning opening 411) and the second electric accessory 431 (winning path 434) using a wire or the like can be prevented. .

  In addition, on the back surface of the game board 30, a winning detection mechanism (detection switch) for detecting passage of game balls such as various winning holes is provided. Specifically, a prize port switch 221 is provided at a position corresponding to the general prize slot 31 on the front side of the game board 30, and a specific area switch 222 is provided at a position corresponding to the second prize port 432, so that the first prize is awarded. A count switch 223 is provided at a position corresponding to the mouth 411. The specific area switch 222 is a switch for determining that a game ball that has entered the special winning device 401 has entered the second winning opening 432 (an area for determining round continuation in the big hit state). Reference numeral 223 denotes a switch for counting winning balls to the first winning opening 411. Further, a second opportunity switch 224 as a second entry detection unit is provided at a position corresponding to the second opportunity correspondence port 403, and a first entry detection unit is provided at a position corresponding to the first opportunity correspondence port 402. The first opportunity switch 225 is provided.

  The prize opening switch 221 is connected to the board relay board 226 through an electric wiring (not shown), and this board relay board 226 is connected to a main board (main controller 261) described later. Further, the specific area switch 222 and the count switch 223 are connected to the special winning opening relay board 227, and the special winning opening relay board 227 is also connected to the main board. On the other hand, the first trigger switch 225 and the second trigger switch 224 are directly connected to the main board without going through the relay board. In the present embodiment, the main controller 261 (main board) corresponds to the first and second gaming state determination control means, the remaining variation time detection means, and the remaining open time detection means.

  Although not shown in the drawings, the first electric combination 412 is provided with a first prize opening solenoid for tilting the first electric combination 412 (shutter) forward and opening the first prize opening 411. The second electric accessory 431 is provided with a second winning opening solenoid for opening the pair of movable wings 435 and opening the winning path 434 so that the second winning opening 432 can enter the ball. . In FIGS. 8 and 9, reference numeral 228 denotes a set handle including a hitting ball and the like, and reference numeral 229 denotes a firing motor.

  The detection results detected by the winning detection mechanism are taken into a main board, which will be described later, and a payout command (the number of game balls to be paid out) corresponding to the winning situation is transmitted from the main board to the payout control board. The Then, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out by the output of the payout control board. In such a case, a conventional method (so-called evidence ball method) in which game balls won in various winning openings are once collected in a winning ball processing device and paid out after the winning ball processing device confirms the presence of winning balls one by one in order. Unlike the above, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the present embodiment, the winning of a game ball is electrically detected for each winning opening and the payout is immediately made (that is, the winning ball processing apparatus is abolished in the pachinko machine 10). is doing). Therefore, even if there are a lot of game balls to be paid out, the payout can be carried out quickly.

  The back frame set 215 is provided with an attachment mechanism for attaching the first control board unit 201. Specifically, as this attachment mechanism, a support bracket 231 extending in the vertical direction is provided at the lower left corner portion when viewed from the back surface of the game board 30, and a pair of upper and lower support holes 231a on the same axis is provided in the support bracket 231. Is formed. In addition, in the lower right part of the game board 30, reference numeral 232 is a pair of upper and lower fastening holes (ny latch holes), and in the upper left part, reference numeral 233 is a locking claw piece.

  An attachment mechanism for attaching the second control board unit 202 and the back pack unit 203 is provided on the back surface of the inner frame 12. Specifically, a long support fitting 235 is attached to the inner frame 12 at its right end, and its configuration is shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 10, the support metal fitting 235 has a long plate-like metal fitting main body 236, and the support hole 237 for the second control board unit is formed at two lower positions so as to stand up from the metal fitting main body 236. At the same time, support hole portions 238 for the back pack unit are formed at two upper positions. Coaxial support holes are formed in the support hole portions 237 and 238, respectively. In addition, as an attachment mechanism for the second control board unit, the inner frame 12 is provided with a pair of upper and lower fastening holes (ny latch holes) 239 at the left end below the game board installation area. As a mounting mechanism for the back pack unit, the inner frame 12 is provided with a pair of upper and lower fastening holes (nylatching holes) 240 at the left end of the game board installation area. However, the support bracket for the second control board unit and the support bracket for the back pack unit can be provided as separate members. Reference numerals 241, 242, and 243 denote rotational fixtures for sandwiching and supporting the back pack unit 203 with the game board 30.

  In addition, in the rear configuration of the inner frame 12, a game ball for distributing a game ball paid out from a payout mechanism described later to any of the upper plate 19, the lower plate 15, or the discharge passage 218 is provided at the lower right portion of the game board 30. A distribution unit 245 is provided. That is, the opening 245a of the game ball distributing unit 245 communicates with the upper plate 19, the opening 245b communicates with the lower plate 15, and the opening 245c communicates with the discharge passage 218 (see FIG. 9). Conventionally, since a portion corresponding to the game ball distributing unit 245 is provided on the back pack unit 203 side, the back pack unit 203 is pushed through the ball discharge port (ball passage wall 69 in FIG. 2) reaching the upper plate 19. As a result, a gap is formed between the inner frame 12 and a portion corresponding to the game ball distributing unit 245, and an illegal act of inserting a wire or the like through the gap and operating the internal device has been considered. Therefore, in the pachinko machine 10, such illegal acts are prevented by providing the game ball distribution unit 245 on the inner frame 12 side and fixing the game ball distribution unit 245 by a fixing means. Further, the upper end surface of the game ball distributing unit 245 is formed in accordance with the height position where the lower end surface of the game board 30 is installed, and is devised so as not to prevent the game board 30 from being removed.

  In addition, a resin speaker box 246 is attached to the lower end portion of the inner frame 12 to surround the speaker behind the speaker 15, and the speaker box 246 improves the sound quality in the low frequency range. It has been.

  Next, the first control board unit 201 will be described with reference to FIGS. 11 is a front view of the first control board unit 201, FIG. 12 is a perspective view of the unit 201, FIG. 13 is an exploded perspective view of the unit 201, and FIG. 14 is an exploded perspective view of the unit 201 viewed from the back. .

  The first control board unit 201 includes a mounting base 251 having a substantially L shape, and the main control device 261 and the sound lamp control device 262 are mounted on the mounting base 251. Here, the main control device 261 includes a CPU that controls the main control, a ROM that stores a game program, a RAM that stores necessary data according to the progress of the game, a port that communicates with various devices, and various lotteries. A main board including a random number generator used, a clock pulse generation circuit used for time counting and synchronization, etc., and the main board is made of a transparent resin material or the like; ). The substrate box 263 includes a substantially rectangular parallelepiped box base and a box cover that covers the opening of the box base. The box base and the box cover are connected to each other by a sealing unit 264 (sealing means) so that the box box 263 is sealed.

  As the sealing unit 264 as the sealing means, any configuration can be applied as long as the box base and the box cover are connected so as not to be opened, but here, as shown in FIG. 12 and the like, five sealing members are connected. The box base and the box cover are connected so that they cannot be opened by inserting a locking claw into the long hole of the sealing member. The sealing process by the sealing unit 264 prevents unauthorized opening after the sealing and makes it possible to detect such a situation early and easily even if the unauthorized opening is performed. It is possible to perform the opening / sealing process again even after the operation. That is, the sealing process is performed by inserting the locking claw into the long hole of at least one sealing member among the five sealing members constituting the sealing unit 264. And when opening the board | substrate box 263 by the malfunction of the accommodated main board | substrate etc., the connection of the sealing member in which the latching claw was inserted, and another sealing member is cut | disconnected. Thereafter, when the sealing process is performed again, the locking claws are inserted into the long holes of the other sealing members. If the history of opening the board box 263 is left in the board box 263, it can be easily found that the illegal opening has been performed by looking at the board box 263.

  The voice lamp control device 262 is a voice lamp including, for example, a CPU that controls voice and lamp display in accordance with instructions from the main control device 261 (main board) or the display control device 45, and other ROM, RAM, various ports, and the like. The audio lamp control board is housed in a board box 265 made of a transparent resin material or the like. A power relay board 266 is mounted on the sound lamp control device 262, and power supplied from a power board described later is output to the display control device 45 and the sound lamp control device 262 via the power relay board 266. It is like that.

  The mounting base 251 is formed of a colored (for example, green, blue, etc.) resin material (for example, made of polycarbonate resin), and has two substrate mounting surfaces 252 and 253 that are flat on the surface. These substrate mounting surfaces 252 and 253 extend in a direction perpendicular to each other, and are formed with a step in the front-rear direction. However, the mounting base 251 may be a colorless transparent or translucent resin molded product.

  The main control device 261 (main substrate) is arranged in a landscape orientation on one substrate mounting surface 252 and the audio lamp control device 262 (audio lamp control substrate) is arranged in a portrait orientation on the other substrate mounting surface 253. It is arranged in the direction. In particular, the main control device 261 is disposed on the near side as viewed from the back of the pachinko machine 10, and the sound lamp control device 262 is disposed on the back side. In this case, since the substrate mounting surfaces 252 and 253 are formed with steps in the front-rear direction, the control devices 261 and 262 are mounted in a state where the main controller 261 and the sound lamp controller 262 are mounted on the substrate mounting surfaces 252 and 253. Are arranged with a part of them stacked one after the other. That is, as can be seen in FIG. 12 and the like, the main controller 261 is arranged in a state where a part thereof (about 1/3 in the present embodiment) is floated. Therefore, the sound lamp control device 262 can be expanded to an area overlapping with the main control device 261, and the enlargement of the control board can be coped with well. Also, each control device can be installed efficiently. In addition, when the first control board unit 201 is mounted on the game board 30, a space is secured behind the board mounting surface 252 so that the first winning opening 411 and its electrical wiring can be installed without difficulty. .

  As shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, the board mounting surface 252 for the main board has horizontally elongated through holes 254 at two positions on the left and right. Correspondingly, the substrate box 263 of the main control device 261 is provided with rotational fixing tools 267 at two places on the left and right sides of the back surface thereof. When the main controller 261 is mounted on the board mounting surface 252, the fixing tool 267 is passed through the through hole 254 of the board mounting surface 252, and the fixing tool 267 is rotated in this state to lock the main control apparatus 261. The Therefore, even if the main control device 261 is arranged in a state where it floats as described above, inconveniences such as dropping off of the main control device 261 can be avoided. In addition, since the main control device 261 cannot be removed unless the fixture 267 is unlocked from the back side of the first control board unit 201 (board mounting surface 252), it is expected to have a deterrent effect against illegal acts such as board removal. it can. A grid-like rib 255 is provided on the back surface of the substrate mounting surface 252 for the main substrate.

  The mounting base 251 is provided with a pair of upper and lower support shafts 256 on the left end surface of FIG. 12 and the like. By attaching the support shafts 256 to the support fitting 231 shown in FIG. The game board 30 is supported so that it can be opened and closed. Further, the mounting base 251 is provided with a pair of upper and lower nai latches 257 as fasteners at the right end portion and a long hole 258 at the upper end portion, and the nai latch 257 is fitted into the fastening hole 232 shown in FIG. The first control board unit 201 is fixed to the game board 30 by locking the locking claw pieces 233 shown in FIG. The support fitting 231 and the support shaft 256 are in the support shaft portion M1 of FIG. 7, the fastening hole 232 and the ny latch 257 are in the fastening portion M2, the locking claw piece 233 and the long hole 258 are in the locking claw portion M3, Each corresponds.

  Next, the second control board unit 202 will be described with reference to FIGS. 15 is a front view of the second control board unit 202, FIG. 16 is a perspective view of the unit 202, and FIG. 17 is an exploded perspective view of the unit 202.

  The second control board unit 202 has a horizontally long mounting base 301 on which a payout control device 311, a firing control device 312, a power supply device 313 and a card unit connection board 314 are mounted. The payout control device 311, the launch control device 312, and the power supply device 313 are equipped with a control board including a central control CPU, ROM, RAM, various ports and the like as is well known. The payout of prize balls and rental balls is controlled by the substrate. The launch control board of the launch control apparatus 312 controls the launch motor 229 in accordance with the player's operation of the handle 18, and the power supply board of the power supply apparatus 313 generates a predetermined power supply voltage required by various control apparatuses. Is output. The card unit connection board 314 is electrically connected to the ball lending operation unit 120 on the front surface of the pachinko machine and a card unit (not shown). The card unit connection board 314 takes a ball lending operation command from the player and outputs it to the payout control device 311. is there. Note that the card unit connection board 314 can be omitted in a cash machine in which game balls are lent directly to the upper plate from a ball lending device or the like without using a card unit.

  The payout control device 311, the firing control device 312, the power supply device 313, and the card unit connection substrate 314 are respectively configured to be accommodated in substrate boxes 315, 316, 317, and 318 made of a transparent resin material or the like. In particular, in the dispensing control device 311, similarly to the main control device 261 described above, the box base and the box cover constituting the substrate box 315 (encapsulating means) are connected by the sealing unit 319 (sealing means) so that they cannot be opened. Thus, the substrate box 315 is sealed.

  The payout control device 311 is provided with a state return switch 321. For example, when the state return switch 321 is pressed when a payout error occurs, such as a ball jam in the payout motor unit, the payout motor is rotated forward and reverse so that the ball jam is eliminated (return to the normal state). It has become.

  The power supply device 313 is provided with a RAM erase switch 323. This pachinko machine 10 has a backup function, so that even if a power failure occurs, it maintains the state at the time of a power failure, and can be restored to the state at the time of a power failure when returning from a power failure (power recovery) It has become. Therefore, if the power is turned off in the normal procedure (for example, when the hall is closed), the state before the power is turned off is stored. If you want to return to the initial state when the power is turned on, turn on the power while holding down the RAM erase switch 323. We are going to throw it in.

  The mounting base 301 is made of, for example, a colorless and transparent resin molded product, and a flat substrate mounting surface 302 is provided on the surface thereof. In this case, the launch control device 312, the power supply device 313 and the card unit connection board 314 are directly mounted side by side on the board mounting surface 302 of the mounting base 301, and the payout control apparatus 311 is mounted on the board box 317 of the power supply apparatus 313. Has been.

  Further, the mounting base 301 is provided with a pair of upper and lower support shafts 305 at the right end in FIG. 15 and the like. By inserting these support shafts 305 into the support hole 237 shown in FIG. 2 The control board unit 202 is supported to be openable and closable with respect to the inner frame 12. Further, the mounting base 301 is provided with a pair of upper and lower nai latches 306 as fasteners at the left end portion. By fitting the nai latch 306 into the fastening hole 239 shown in FIG. It is fixed to the frame 12 so that it cannot be opened and closed. The support hole portion 237 and the support shaft 305 correspond to the support shaft portion M4 in FIG. 7, and the fastened hole 239 and the ny latch 306 correspond to the fastening portion M5, respectively.

  Next, the configuration of the back pack unit 203 will be described. The back pack unit 203 is formed by integrating a back pack 351 made of resin and a payout mechanism portion 352 for a game ball. FIG. 18 is a rear view of the pachinko machine 10 viewed from the back, and FIG. It shows in FIG.

  The back pack 351 is integrally formed of, for example, ABS resin, and includes a substantially flat base portion 353 and a protective cover portion 354 that protrudes rearward from the pachinko machine and has a horizontally long substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape. The protective cover portion 354 has a shape in which the left and right side surfaces and the upper surface are closed and only the lower surface is opened, and has a size sufficient to surround at least the variable display device unit 35 (however, in the present embodiment, the above-mentioned audio The lamp control device 262 is also enclosed. A large number of ventilation holes 354 a are provided on the back surface of the protective cover portion 354. Each of the air holes 354a has a long hole shape, and the air holes 354a are adjacent to each other at a relatively close position. Therefore, the back surface of the back pack 351 can be easily opened by cutting the resin portion between the adjacent vent holes 354a. That is, a predetermined test or the like can be easily performed by cutting the resin portion between the vent holes 354a to expose the display control device 45 and the like inside.

  In addition, a payout mechanism portion 352 is disposed on the base portion 353 so as to bypass the protective cover portion 354. That is, a tank 355 opened upward is provided at the uppermost portion of the back pack 351, and game balls supplied from the island facilities of the game hall are sequentially supplied to the tank 355. Below the tank 355, for example, a tank rail 356 that has two rows (two rows) of ball passages in the horizontal direction and that is gently inclined toward the downstream side is connected. Further, the tank rail 356 is arranged vertically on the downstream side of the tank rail 356. A case rail 357 is connected. The payout device 358 is provided at the most downstream portion of the case rail 357, and a required number of game balls are paid out appropriately according to a predetermined electrical configuration such as a payout motor. The game balls paid out from the payout device 358 are supplied to the upper plate 19 through the payout passage 359 and the like shown in FIG.

  A vibrator 360 for applying vibration to the tank rail 356 is attached to the tank rail 356. Therefore, if a ball clogging occurs near the tank rail 356, the vibrator 360 is driven to eliminate the ball clogging. The vibrator 360 is configured as a vibrator unit in which a vibrating body such as a motor is accommodated in a case which is a main body part so that a position change due to a design change or the like of a pachinko machine can be easily replaced in the case of a failure. The unit is attached to the tank rail 356 so as to be detachable. In addition, the vibrator unit is attached to the side surface of the tank rail 356 via a foot portion (vibration transmitter) protruding from the main body portion without the main body portion (case surface) being in close contact with the tank rail 356, The vibration is transmitted to the tank rail 356 more effectively.

  The configuration of the tank rail 356 will be described in detail. As shown in FIG. 20, the tank rail 356 has a rail body 361 having a long bowl shape opened upward, and a spherical ball is formed at the start end of the rail body 361. A receiving part 362 is provided. By this ball receiving portion 362, the game ball that has dropped from the tank 355 is smoothly taken into the rail body 361. In addition, the rail body 361 is provided with a partition wall 363 extending in the longitudinal direction, and the game balls are divided into two hands by the partition wall 363. The two ball passages partitioned by the partition wall 363 are slightly wider than the diameter of the game ball. One or two ridges 364 are provided on the bottom surface of each spherical passage partitioned by the partition wall 363, and an opening 365 is provided on the side of the ridge 364.

  In addition, a rectifying plate 367 is disposed on the rail body 361 so as to cover the ceiling portion of the downstream half. The rectifying plate 367 has a bowed shape so as to limit the height of the ball passage in the tank rail 356 toward the downstream side, and a convex portion 368 extending in the longitudinal direction is formed on the lower surface thereof. . Thereby, each game ball flowing in the tank rail 356 finally flows out downstream without being stacked up and down. Therefore, even if a large group of game balls flow into the tank rail 356, the game balls are prevented from being bitten and the ball clogging in the tank rail 356 is eliminated. The rail body 361 is formed of black conductive polycarbonate resin, whereas the rectifying plate 367 is formed of transparent polycarbonate resin. The rectifying plate 367 is detachably provided, and by removing the rectifying plate 367, maintenance in the tank rail 356 can be easily performed.

  Returning to the description of FIGS. 18 and 19, the payout mechanism unit 352 is provided with a payout relay board 381 that relays a payout command signal from the payout control device 311 to the payout device 358, and takes in the main power from outside. The power switch board 382 is installed. The power switch board 382 is supplied with, for example, AC 24V main power via a voltage converter, and is turned on or off by switching the power switch 382a.

  The discharge mechanism 352 from the tank 355 to the discharge passage 359 is formed of a conductive resin material (for example, conductive polycarbonate resin) and grounded at a part thereof. Thereby, generation | occurrence | production of the noise by charging of a game ball is suppressed.

  Further, the back pack 351 is provided with a pair of upper and lower support shafts 385 at the right end in FIG. 18 and the like, and the support shaft 385 is inserted into the support hole 238 shown in FIG. The pack unit 203 is supported so as to be openable and closable with respect to the inner frame 12. Further, the back pack 351 is provided with a pair of upper and lower nai latches 386 as fasteners at the left end portion, and a locking hole 387 is provided at the upper end portion. The nai latch 386 is inserted into the tightened hole 240 shown in FIG. The back pack unit 203 is fixed to the inner frame 12 so that it cannot be opened and closed by engaging the fixing hole 387 shown in FIG. Further, in the present embodiment, a rotating I-type fastener is employed as the locking portion M8 in the vicinity of the tank 355 that stores a lot of game balls and is relatively loaded. For this reason, the back pack unit 203 (tank 355) can be more reliably locked as compared with the case where a fixture such as a ny latch is used. At this time, the back pack unit 203 is also fixed to the inner frame 12 by the fixtures 241 and 243 shown in FIG. The support hole 238 and the support shaft 385 are in the support shaft portion M6 in FIG. 8, the fastened hole 240 and the ny latch 386 are in the fastening portion M7, and the fixture 242 and the lock hole 387 are in the lock portion M8, respectively. Equivalent to. Further, the fixture 243 corresponds to the locking portion M9 (see FIG. 7).

  Further, the base 353 of the back pack unit 203 is provided with an opening 391 for the external relay terminal plate 230, so that the external relay terminal plate 230 can be removed and operated even when the back pack unit 203 is fixed. It is possible.

  With the configuration described above, the main controller 261 (substrate box 263) can be removed by first opening (or removing) the back pack unit 203, then opening (or removing) the first control substrate unit 201, and It can be finally performed by including a complicated process of releasing the fixing tool 267. For this reason, a deterrent effect can be expected against illegal acts such as removal of the main controller 261 (board box 263).

  As described above, the winning display is performed when the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the first and second display units 42L and 42R. In the present embodiment, the winning symbol may be displayed after a predetermined standby display is performed after the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped. Specifically, as a display mode of the display units 42L and 42R when the standby display is performed, the winning notification (see FIG. 38 (b)) is performed at the same time as the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped, and then the standby display is performed. Is displayed for a predetermined time, and then the open display (see FIG. 38C) is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the time for performing the standby display on both the display units 42L and 42R, that is, the standby time for winning (opening) display is set to 8 seconds. Further, in the standby display, the remaining time until the corresponding winning opening (the first winning opening 411 for the first display portion 42L, the second winning opening 432 for the second display portion 42R) is displayed is displayed. It has become.

  FIG. 21 is a block diagram showing an electrical structure of the pachinko machine 10. The main controller 261 of the pachinko machine 10 is equipped with a CPU 501 as a one-chip microcomputer that is an arithmetic unit. The CPU 501 includes a ROM 502 that stores various control programs executed by the CPU 501 and fixed value data, and a memory that temporarily stores various data when the control program stored in the ROM 502 is executed. A RAM 503 and various circuits such as an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, and a data transmission / reception circuit are incorporated.

  The RAM 503 has a configuration in which data can be retained (backed up) by being supplied with a backup voltage from the power supply device 313 even after the pachinko machine 10 is turned off. The RAM 503 temporarily stores various data and the like. In addition to the memory and area for this purpose, a backup area 503a is provided.

  In the backup area 503a, when the power is cut off due to a power failure or the like, the power of the pachinko machine 10 is restored to the state before the power is turned off when the power is turned on again. This is an area for storing stack pointers, values of registers, I / O, and the like. Writing to the backup area 503a is executed when the power is turned off by NMI interrupt processing (see FIG. 30). Conversely, returning of each value written to the backup area 503a includes turning on the power (including turning on the power due to power failure cancellation). The same applies to a power recovery process (see FIG. 23). Note that a power failure signal SK1 output from a power failure monitoring circuit 542, which will be described later, is input to the NMI terminal (non-maskable interrupt terminal) of the CPU 501 when a power failure occurs due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. Due to the occurrence, the power failure process (NMI interrupt process) of FIG. 30 is immediately executed.

  An input / output port 505 is connected to the CPU 501 incorporating the ROM 502 and RAM 503 via a bus line 504 including an address path and a data path. The input / output port 505 is connected to a RAM erasing switch circuit 543, a payout control device 311, a display control device 45, and other switches not shown.

  The payout control device 311 controls payout of prize balls and rental balls by a payout motor. The CPU 511 that is an arithmetic unit includes a ROM 512 that stores a control program executed by the CPU 511, fixed value data, and the like, and a RAM 513 that is used as a work memory or the like.

  The RAM 513 of the payout control device 311 is configured to hold (backup) data by supplying a backup voltage from the power supply device 313 even after the pachinko machine 10 is turned off, like the RAM 503 of the main control device 261 described above. The RAM 513 is provided with a backup area 513a in addition to a memory and an area for temporarily storing various data.

  The backup area 513a has a stack pointer, each register at the time of power off, each register, so that the power of the pachinko machine 10 is restored to the state before the power is turned off when the power is turned off. This is an area for storing values such as I / O. The writing to the backup area 513a is executed when the power is turned off by the NMI interrupt process (see FIG. 30). Conversely, the restoration of each value written in the backup area 513a is the power recovery process at the time of turning on the power (see FIG. 31). ) Is executed.

  An input / output port 515 is connected to the CPU 511 incorporating the ROM 512 and the RAM 513 via a bus line 514 configured by an address path and a data path. A RAM erase switch circuit 543, a main control device 261, a firing control device 312, a payout motor 358a, and the like are connected to the input / output port 515, respectively.

  The launch control device 312 permits or prohibits the launch of the gaming machine by the launch motor 229, and the launch motor 229 is permitted to drive when a predetermined condition is met. Specifically, it is detected by a sensor signal that a firing permission signal is output from the payout control device 311, the player is touching the handle 18, and a firing stop switch for stopping the firing. On the condition that is not operated, the launch motor 229 is driven, and a game ball is launched with an intensity corresponding to the operation amount of the handle 18 (see FIG. 9).

  The display control device 45 controls the variable display of the first symbol and the second symbol in the variable display device 42. The display control device 45 includes a CPU 521, a ROM (program ROM) 522, a work RAM 523, a video RAM 524, a character ROM 525, an image controller 526, an input port 527, two output ports 528 and 529, and a bus. Lines 530 and 531 are provided. The output of the main controller 261 is connected to the input of the input port 527, and the CPU 521, ROM 522, work RAM 523, and image controller 526 are connected to the output of the input port 527 and one output port is connected via the bus line 530. 528 is connected. An audio lamp control device 262 is connected to the output of the output port 528. Further, an output port 529 is connected to the image controller 526 via a bus line 531, and the variable display device 42 is connected to the output of the output port 529.

  The CPU 521 of the display control device 45 controls the display of the variable display device 42 based on the display command transmitted from the main control device 261. The ROM 522 is a memory for storing various control programs executed by the CPU 521 and fixed value data, and the work RAM 523 temporarily stores work data and flags used when the CPU 521 executes various programs. It is a memory for.

  The video RAM 524 is a memory for storing display data displayed on the variable display device 42, and the display content of the variable display device 42 is changed by rewriting the content of the video RAM 524. The character ROM 525 is a memory for storing character data such as symbols displayed on the variable display device 42. The image controller 526 adjusts the timings of the CPU 521, the video RAM 524, and the output port 529 to intervene in reading and writing data, and reads display data stored in the video RAM 524 from the character ROM 525 at a predetermined timing for variable display. It is displayed on the device 42.

  The power supply unit 313 includes a power supply unit 541 for supplying power to each part of the pachinko machine 10, a power failure monitoring circuit 542 for monitoring power interruption due to a power failure, and a RAM erase switch connected to the RAM erase switch 323. A circuit 543. The power supply unit 541 supplies necessary operation power to the main control device 261, the payout control device 311 and the like through a power supply path (not shown). As its outline, the power supply unit 541 takes in an AC 24 volt power supply supplied from the outside, and generates a + 12V power supply for driving various switches and motors, a + 5V power supply for logic, a backup power supply for RAM backup, and the like. Then, these + 12V power supply, + 5V power supply and backup power supply are supplied to the main control device 261, the payout control device 311 and the like. Note that operation power (+12 V power, +5 V power, etc.) is supplied to the launch control device 312 via the payout control device 311.

  The power failure monitoring circuit 542 is a circuit for outputting a power failure signal SK1 to each NMI terminal of the CPU 501 of the main control device 261 and the CPU 511 of the payout control device 311 when the power is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. The power failure monitoring circuit 542 monitors the DC stable voltage of 24 volts, which is the maximum voltage output from the power supply unit 541, and determines that a power failure (power failure) has occurred when this voltage is less than 22 volts. The power failure signal SK1 is output to the main controller 261 and the payout controller 311. Based on the output of the power failure signal SK1, the main control device 261 and the payout control device 311 recognize the occurrence of the power failure and execute the power failure processing (NMI interrupt processing in FIG. 30).

  The power supply unit 541 normally outputs an output of 5 volts, which is the drive voltage of the control system, for a time sufficient for the execution of the power failure process even after the DC stable voltage of 24 volts becomes less than 22 volts. Configured to maintain the value. Therefore, the main controller 261 and the payout controller 311 can normally execute and complete the power failure process.

  The RAM erase switch circuit 543 is a circuit for taking in the switch signal of the RAM erase switch 323 and clearing backup data in the RAM 503 of the main controller 261 and the RAM 513 of the payout controller 311 in accordance with the state of the switch 323. When the RAM erase switch 323 is pressed, the RAM erase switch circuit 543 outputs a RAM erase signal SK2 to the main controller 261 and the payout controller 311. When the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned on with the RAM erase switch 323 pressed (including power-on due to power failure cancellation), the data in the respective RAMs 503 and 513 are cleared in the main controller 261 and the payout controller 311. The

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

  In the present embodiment, the CPU 501 in the main control device 261 performs lottery of the variable display device 42 and setting of symbol display using various counter information during the game. Specifically, as shown in FIG. In addition, winning random number counters C1L and C1R (corresponding to the respective display units 42L and 42R) used for the winning lottery of the variable display device 42 (the lottery for determining whether or not to operate the first electric accessory 412 or the second electric accessory 431). The winning symbol counters C2L and C2R used for selecting the winning symbol of the variable display device 42, the reach random number counters C3L and C3R used for the reach lottery when the variable display device 42 moves out of place, and the winning symbol Used to select random number counters CINIL and CINIR used to set initial values of the random number counters C1L and C2R, and a variation pattern of the variable display device 42. Dynamic type counter CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, CS2R and each off symbol counter CL is used to configure each out symbols, and with the use CM, and CR.

  Among these, the counters C1L to C3L, C1R to C3R, CINIL, CINIR, CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, and CS2R are loop counters that each time 1 is updated, 1 is added to the previous value, and then returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value. ing. Further, the out symbol counters CL, CM, CR are configured such that register values are added using an R register (refresh register) in the CPU 501, and as a result, numerical values change randomly. Each counter is periodically updated, and the updated value is appropriately stored in a counter buffer set in a predetermined area of the RAM 503. In addition, the RAM 503 is provided with a holding ball storage area that includes one execution area and four holding areas (holding first to fourth holding areas), corresponding to each of the display units 42L and 42R. In each of these areas, the winning random number counters C1L and C1R, the winning symbol counters C2L and C2R, and the reach random numbers are matched with the game ball entry history into the first opportunity corresponding port 402 or the second opportunity corresponding port 403. Each value of the counters C3L and C3R is stored in time series.

  The counters will be described in detail. First, the winning random number counter C1L related to the first display unit 42L is incremented one by one within a range of, for example, 0 to 329, and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 329). It has become. In particular, when the winning random number counter C1L makes one round, the value of the random number initial value counter CINIL at that time is read as the initial value of the winning random number counter C1. The random number initial value counter CINIL is a loop counter similar to the winning random number counter C1L (value = 0 to 329), and is updated once for each timer interruption and is repeatedly updated within the remaining time of normal processing. The winning random number counter C1L is updated periodically (once every timer interruption in this embodiment), and stored in the reserved ball storage area of the RAM 503 at the timing when the game ball enters the first opportunity corresponding port 402. The number of random number values to be won is 11, and the values are “5 to 10, 155 to 159”.

  In addition, the winning random number counter C1R related to the second display unit 42R is configured to increment one by one within a range of 0 to 166, for example, and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 166). In particular, when the winning random number counter C1R makes one round, the value of the random number initial value counter CINIR at that time is read as the initial value of the winning random number counter C1R. The random number initial value counter CINIR is a loop counter similar to the winning random number counter C1R (value = 0 to 166), and is updated once for each timer interruption and is repeatedly updated within the remaining time of normal processing. The winning random number counter C1R is updated periodically (once every timer interruption in this embodiment) and stored in the reserved ball storage area of the RAM 503 at the timing when the game ball enters the second opportunity corresponding port 403. The number of random number values to be won is 17 and the range is “77 to 93”.

  The winning symbol counters C2L and C2R determine symbols when the variable display device 42 (the display units 42L and 42R) stops changing when winning. In the winning symbol counter C2L, since each symbol row displayed on the first display unit 42L is composed of ten first symbols, ten counter values (0 to 9) are prepared. . The winning symbol counter C2R has 10 (0 to 9) counter values because 10 patterns are set in the second display section 42R. That is, the winning symbol counters C2L and C2R are sequentially incremented by 1 within a range of 0 to 9, and after reaching the maximum value (that is, 9), the winning symbol counters C2L and C2R return to 0. The winning symbol counters C2L and C2R are updated periodically (once every timer interruption in this embodiment), and the game balls enter the first opportunity corresponding port 402 and the second opportunity corresponding port 403, respectively. Is stored in the reserved ball storage area.

  Further, the reach random number counters C3L and C3R are configured to increment one by one within a range of 0 to 238, for example, and return to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 238). In this embodiment, the reach random number counters C3L and C3R draw lots of “very ugly reach”, “somewhat ugly reach”, and “completely missed” where no reach occurs. For example, C3 = 0, 1 This corresponds to an extremely stubborn reach, C3 = 2 to 21 corresponds to a slightly stubborn reach, and C3 = 22 to 238 corresponds to a complete detachment. The reach lottery may be individually set according to the state of the lottery probability of the variable display device 42 (display units 42L and 42R), the number N of starting reserved balls at the start of change, and the like. The reach random number counters C3L and C3R are updated periodically (once every timer interruption in the present embodiment), and the game balls enter the first opportunity corresponding port 402 and the second opportunity corresponding port 403, respectively. Is stored in the reserved ball storage area.

  Of the two variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, and CS2R corresponding to the display units 42L and 42R, one variation type counter CS1L and CS1R is incremented one by one within a range of 0 to 198, for example. Then, after reaching the maximum value (that is, 198), it returns to 0, and the other variation type counters CS2L and CS2R are sequentially incremented by 1 within a range of 0 to 240, for example, and the maximum value (that is, 240). ) To reach 0 after reaching. In the following description, CS1L and CS1R are also referred to as “first variation type counters”, and CS2L and CS2R are also referred to as “second variation type counters”. The first variation type counters CS1L and CS1R determine the reach type of symbols in the display units 42L and 42R, such as so-called normal reach, super reach, premium reach, and other rough symbol variation modes, and the second variation type counters CS2L and CS2R. Thus, a more detailed symbol variation mode such as an elapsed time (in other words, a variation time) until the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol in this embodiment) stops after the occurrence of reach is determined. In the present embodiment, the variation time in the first display part 42L and the second display part 42R is both set to 4 seconds to 6 seconds. Therefore, by combining these variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, and CS2R, a wide variety of variation patterns can be easily realized. It is also possible to determine the symbol variation mode using only the first variation type counters CS1L and CS1R, or to determine the symbol variation mode similarly by combining the first variation type counters CS1L and CS1R and the stop symbol.

  The variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, and CS2R are updated once every time a normal process, which will be described later, is executed once, and are repeatedly updated even within the remaining time in the normal process. Then, the buffer values of CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, and CS2R are acquired when the variable display device 42 determines the variation pattern at the start of variation of the symbol (first symbol, second symbol).

  Each off symbol counter CL, CM, CR is for determining a symbol stop symbol (out symbol) when the winning lottery of the variable display device 42 (display units 42L, 42R) is missed. Since each of the 10 first symbols is displayed in each column in the 1 display section 42L, 10 (0 to 9) counter values are prepared for each. For example, in the first display unit 42L, the stop symbol of the upper symbol row is determined by the off symbol counter CL, the stop symbol of the middle symbol row is determined by the off symbol counter CM, and the stop symbol of the lower symbol row is determined by the off symbol counter CR. Is determined. In addition, regarding the second display portion 42R, the combination mode of the remaining pins (corresponding to the outage stop symbol) is determined by the combination of the above outlier symbol counters CL, CM, and CR.

  In the present embodiment, the value of each counter CL, CM, CR is updated at random by using the value of the R register built in the CPU 501. That is, when each outlier symbol counter CL, CM, CR is updated, the lower 3 bits of the R register are added to the previous value, and when the addition result exceeds the maximum value, a predetermined number (for example, 10) is subtracted. This time the value is determined. Each outlier symbol counter CL, CM, CR is updated in the normal process so that the update times do not overlap, and the combination of these outlier symbol counters CL, CM, CR is a very damaging outreach symbol buffer, reach symbol buffer in the RAM 503. And stored in one of the completely out of symbol buffers. Then, corresponding to each of the display units 42L and 42R, when determining the variation pattern at the time of starting the variation of the symbols (first symbol, second symbol), a reach symbol buffer that is extremely steep according to the values of the reach random number counters C3L, C3R, The buffer value of either the reach symbol buffer or the completely off symbol buffer is acquired.

  In addition, the magnitude | size and range of each counter are only examples, and can be changed arbitrarily. However, it is desirable that the winning random number counters C1L and C1R, the reach random number counters C3L and C3R, and the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, and CS2R are all different prime numbers, and are not synchronized in any case.

  However, in the present embodiment, the main control device 261 has a predetermined limit on the payout performance of the game ball for a relatively long period of time and for a predetermined period shorter than that in order to prevent the player from being excited. Configured to impose. For example, assuming that 100 game balls are fired in one minute, the game in which the total number of game balls to be paid out to the player is fired when the fire is continuously performed for a predetermined long period (first predetermined time). It is configured to exceed 50% of the total number of spheres and less than 200%. In addition, in the case where the firing is continuously performed for a short period shorter than the first predetermined time (for example, one tenth of the first predetermined time), the game in which the total number of game balls to be paid out to the player has been launched. It is configured to be less than 300% of the total number of spheres. That is, it is configured to prevent the number of game balls to be paid out from being excessively increased even in a relatively short period.

  In addition, the main controller 261 includes various types of counters such as a round counter that counts the number of rounds of big hits, a winning counter that counts the number of winning game balls to the specific winning port 433, and a holding counter that counts the number of times the variable display is held. A counting counter is set. In addition, first and second variation time counters (variation time measuring means) for measuring the remaining time (remaining variation time) until the variation display on the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R is confirmed and stopped and displayed, First and second standby counters that measure the time from when the winning symbol is displayed on the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R until the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 are opened, the first winning unit First and second opening counters (opening time measuring means) that measure the time from when the mouth 411 and the second winning opening 432 are opened until they are closed are set.

  Next, each control process executed by the CPU 501 in the main controller 261 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. The processing of the CPU 501 is roughly divided into a main processing that is started when the power is turned on, a timer interrupt processing that is started periodically (in this embodiment at a cycle of 2 msec), and a stop signal to the NMI terminal (non-maskable terminal). For convenience of explanation, the timer interrupt process and the NMI interrupt process will be described first, and then the main process will be described.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. This process is executed by the CPU 501 of the main controller 261 every 2 msec, for example.

  In FIG. 28, first, in step S601, read processing of the various switches 221 to 225 and the like is executed. That is, the state of various switches 221 to 225 and the like (excluding the RAM erase switch 323) connected to the main controller 261 is read, and the state of the switches 221 to 225 and the like is determined to detect detection information (winning detection) To save the information.

  Here, at each reading, whether or not the specific area switch 222 and the count switch 223 are simultaneously turned off is determined whether or not the four winning opening switches 221 and the first opportunity switch 225 are simultaneously turned off. It is determined whether or not. If the simultaneous OFF state is determined twice in succession, it is assumed that the probability that the common connectors 414 and 434 have been removed is extremely high, an abnormal signal is output, and a warning sound is output via the audio lamp control device 262. And a lamp (which may be provided separately or a top lamp or the like) is used to notify the abnormality. At the same time, this is transmitted to the hall computer as an external output signal.

  Thereafter, in step S602, the random number initial value counters CINIL and CINIR are updated. Specifically, the random number initial value counters CINIL and CINIR are each incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value. Then, the update values of the random number initial value counters CINIL and CINIR are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 503. In subsequent step S603, the winning random number counters C1L and C1R, the winning symbol counters C2L and C2R, and the reach random number counters C3L and C3R are updated. Specifically, the winning random number counters C1L and C1R, the winning symbol counters C2L and C2R, and the reach random number counters C3L and C3R are each incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter values reach the maximum value. The updated values of the counters C1L to C3L and C1R to C3R are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 503.

  Thereafter, in step S604, a first start winning process associated with entering the first opportunity corresponding port 402 is performed, and in step S605, a second starting winning process associated with entering the second opportunity corresponding port 403 is executed. .

  The first start winning process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 29A. In step S701a, whether or not a game ball has entered the first opportunity corresponding port 402 is determined based on detection information of the first opportunity switch 225. When it is determined that the game ball has entered the first opportunity corresponding port 402, in the subsequent step S702a, the number of starting reserved balls NL corresponding to the first display portion 42L of the variable display device 42 is the upper limit value (in this embodiment). 4) It is determined whether or not it is less. A game ball enters the first opportunity corresponding port 402, and the process proceeds to step S703a on the condition that the number of starting reserved balls NL <4, and the starting reserved ball number NL is incremented by one. If the number of starting reserved balls NL on the first display unit 42L is not less than the upper limit value (reserved full tank), the subsequent processing on the first display unit 42L is temporarily terminated.

  In subsequent step S704a, a random number related to the winning of the first symbol (whether or not to operate the first electric accessory 412) in the first display unit 42L is acquired. Specifically, each value of the winning random number counter C1L, winning symbol counter C2L, and reach random number counter C3L updated in step S603 is stored in the first area of the free storage area of the corresponding reserved ball storage area of the RAM 503. To do.

  The second start winning process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 29B. In step S701b, whether or not a game ball has entered the second opportunity corresponding port 403 is determined based on detection information of the second opportunity switch 224. If it is determined that the game ball has entered the second opportunity corresponding port 403, in the subsequent step S702b, the number of starting reserved balls NR corresponding to the second display portion 42R is less than the upper limit value (4 in this embodiment). It is determined whether or not. The process proceeds to step S703b on the condition that there is a ball entering the second opportunity corresponding port 403 and the number of starting reserved balls NR <4, and the number of starting reserved balls NR is incremented by one.

  In the subsequent step S704b, a random number related to the winning of the second symbol (whether or not to operate the second electric accessory 431) in the second display unit 42R is acquired. Specifically, the values of the winning random number counter C1R, the winning symbol counter C2R, and the reach random number counter C3R updated in step S603 are stored in the first free area of the corresponding reserved ball storage area in the RAM 503. . Then, after the second start winning process, the CPU 501 once ends the timer interrupt process.

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing the NMI interrupt processing. This processing is executed by the CPU 501 of the main control device 261 when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. By this NMI interruption, the state of the main controller 261 at the time of power-off is stored in the backup area 503a of the RAM 503.

  That is, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the power failure signal SK1 is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 542 to the NMI terminal of the CPU 501 in the main controller 261. Then, the CPU 501 interrupts the control being executed and starts the NMI interrupt process of FIG. The NMI interrupt processing in FIG. 30 is stored in the ROM 502 of the main controller 261. For a predetermined time after the power failure signal SK1 is output, current is supplied from the power supply unit 541 so that the processing of the main control device 261 can be executed, and the NMI interrupt processing is executed within the predetermined time.

  In the NMI interrupt process of FIG. 30, first, in step S801, the used register is saved in the backup area 503a of the RAM 503, and in the subsequent step S802, the value of the stack pointer is stored in the backup area 503a. Further, in step S803, the information on occurrence of power interruption is set in the backup area 503a, and in step S804, a power interruption notification command indicating that the power has been interrupted is transmitted to another control device.

  In step S805, a RAM determination value is calculated and stored in the backup area 503a. The RAM determination value is, for example, a checksum value at the work area address of the RAM 503. In step S806, RAM access is prohibited. Thereafter, an infinite loop is entered in preparation for the power supply being completely shut down and the processing being impossible.

  The NMI interrupt process is also executed in the payout control device 311 in the same manner, and the state of the payout control device 311 when the power is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like is stored in the backup area 513a of the RAM 513. Similarly, the power is supplied from the power supply unit 541 so that the processing of the payout control device 311 can be executed for a predetermined time after the power failure signal SK1 is output. That is, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the power failure signal SK1 is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 542 to the NMI terminal of the CPU 511 in the payout controller 311 and the CPU 511 interrupts the control being executed. The NMI interrupt process in FIG. 30 is started. The contents are as described with reference to FIG. 30 (except for the transmission of the power-off notification command in step S804).

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing an example of a main process executed by the CPU 501 in the main control device 261. This main process is started upon reset when the power is turned on.

  First, in step S101, an initial setting process associated with power-on is executed. Specifically, in order to set a predetermined value in the stack pointer and wait for the sub-side control device (sound lamp control device 262, payout control device 311 etc.) to become operable, for example, Wait processing is performed for about 1 second. In step S102, a payout permission command is transmitted to the payout control device 311. In subsequent step S103, RAM access is permitted.

  Thereafter, data backup processing is executed for the RAM 503 in the CPU 501. That is, in step S104, it is determined whether or not the RAM erase switch 323 provided in the power supply device 313 is pressed (ON). In subsequent step S105, the information on occurrence of power interruption is set in the backup area 503a of the RAM 503. It is determined whether or not. In step S106, a RAM determination value is calculated. In subsequent step S107, it is determined whether or not the RAM determination value matches the RAM determination value stored when the power is turned off, that is, the validity of the backup. The RAM determination value is a checksum value at a work area address of the RAM 503, for example. Note that it is possible to determine the effectiveness of backup based on whether or not the keywords written in a predetermined area of the RAM 503 are correctly stored.

  As described above, the pachinko machine 10 is turned on while pressing the RAM erase switch 323 when it is desired to return to the initial state when the power is turned on. Therefore, if the RAM erase switch 323 is ON, the process proceeds to a RAM initialization process (step S114, etc.). Similarly, when the information on occurrence of power interruption is not set, or when a backup abnormality is confirmed by a RAM determination value (checksum value or the like), the process proceeds to initialization processing of the RAM 503 (step S114 or the like). That is, in step S114, the used area of the RAM 503 is cleared to 0, and in the subsequent step S115, initialization processing of the RAM 503 is executed. In step S116, interrupt permission is set, and the process proceeds to normal processing described later.

  On the other hand, if the RAM erase switch 323 has not been pressed, the power-off occurrence information is set, and the RAM judgment value (checksum value, etc.) is normal. Execute the process (process when power is restored). That is, in step S108, the stack pointer before the power interruption is restored, and in step S109, the information on the occurrence of the power interruption is cleared. In step S110, a command for returning the sub-side control device to the gaming state at the time of power-off is transmitted, and in step S111, the used register is returned from the backup area 503a of the RAM 503. Further, in steps S112 and S113, the interrupt permission / non-permission is returned to the state before power-off, and then the address before power-off is returned.

  Next, the flow of normal processing will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. In this normal process, the main process of the game is executed. As its outline, the processing of steps S201 to S208 is executed as a periodic processing with a period of 4 msec, and the counter update processing of steps S210 and S211 is executed in the remaining time. In the present embodiment, since the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R are configured to perform variable display based on independent lotteries, the first display unit 42L, Each of the second display parts 42R is performed individually.

  In FIG. 24, first, in step S201, output data such as a command updated in the previous process is transmitted to each control device on the sub side. Specifically, the presence / absence of winning detection information is determined, and if there is winning detection information, a winning ball payout command corresponding to the number of acquired game balls is transmitted to the payout control device 311. Further, a stop symbol command, a variation pattern command, a confirmation command, etc. are transmitted to the display control device 45 when the variable display device 42 displays the variation of the first symbol and the second symbol. In this case, each command is transmitted for each display unit 42L, 42R. By the way, with regard to the first display unit 42L, after the first symbol variation starts, the variation pattern command → upper symbol sequence stop symbol command → lower symbol sequence stop symbol command → middle symbol sequence stop symbol command A command is sent one by one (that is, one every 4 msec) every time processing is performed, and a confirmation command is sent at a predetermined timing after the fluctuation time has elapsed. On the other hand, with respect to the second display section 42R, after the start of the variation of the second symbol, commands are sent one by one for each normal process (that is, one every 4 msec) in the order of the variation pattern command-> stop symbol command. The confirmation command is sent at the timing when the fluctuation time elapses.

  Further, the display control device 45 that has input a stop symbol command, a variation pattern command, a confirmation command, etc. determines the display mode of the variable display device 42 (display units 42L, 42R) based on the various commands, and the display mode Is displayed on the variable display device 42 (display units 42L, 42R).

  More specifically, the display control device 45 that has input a stop symbol command, a variation pattern command, a confirmation command, and the like corresponding to each of the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R has each command in each display unit 42L, 42R. The display corresponding to the image is controlled. Specifically, when receiving a command corresponding to the first display unit 42L, the display control device 45 writes an image based on the command to the layer A, and receives a command corresponding to the second display unit 42R, Write the image based on layer B. Then, by displaying both layers A and B together, an image visually recognized by the player is configured (see FIG. 38).

  Each layer in the present embodiment has a uniqueness corresponding to the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R, such as a background layer or a pattern layer as conventionally performed. It is not a thing of the nature of the above, but each can be variably displayed independently by a command corresponding to each.

  Next, in step S202, the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, and CS2R are updated. Specifically, the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, and CS2R are incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter values reach the maximum value. Then, the update values of the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, CS2R are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 503. In the subsequent step S203, updating of each off symbol counter CL, CM, CR of each symbol row is executed.

  The update process of each outlier symbol counter CL, CM, CR will be described in detail. As shown in FIG. 25, in step S301, the update timing of the out symbol counter CL (corresponding to the upper symbol row for the first display unit 42L) is updated. In step S302, it is determined whether it is time to update the off symbol counter CM (corresponding to the middle symbol row for the first display unit 42L). And if it is the update time (step S301 is YES), it will progress to step S303 and will change the off symbol counter CL. If step S302 is YES, the process proceeds to step S304 to update the off symbol counter CM. Further, if both of steps S301 and S302 are NO, the process proceeds to step S305, and the out symbol counter CR (corresponding to the lower symbol row for the first display unit 42L) is updated. In updating the out-of-step symbol counters CL, CM, and CR in steps S303 to S305, the value of the lower 3 bits of the R register is added to the previous counter value, and a predetermined number is subtracted when the addition result exceeds the maximum value. Then, the calculation result is removed, and the current values of the symbol counters CL, CM, CR are used.

  According to the CL, CM, and CR update processes, the outlier symbol counters CL, CM, and CR are sequentially updated one by one in one normal process, and the update times of the counter values do not overlap. As a result, every time the normal process is executed three times, one set of the off symbol counters CL, CM, CR is updated.

  Thereafter, in step S306, it is determined whether or not the combination of the updated off symbol counters CL, CM, and CR corresponds to the reach symbol. If the combination corresponds to the reach symbol, in step S307, it is extremely determined. It is determined whether or not the missed reach. If the out symbol counters CL, CM, and CR correspond to extremely high outreach reach, the process proceeds to step S308, and the combination of the out symbol counters CL, CM, and CR at that time is stored in the extremely high outreach symbol buffer of the RAM 503. . If the out symbol counters CL, CM, and CR do not correspond to extremely high outreach reach, the process proceeds to step S309, and the combination of the out symbol counters CL, CM, and CR at that time is stored in the reach symbol buffer of the RAM 503.

  If it corresponds to other than the reach symbol, in step S310, it is determined whether or not the combination of the symbol symbol CL, CM, CR is corresponding to the symbol symbol. Proceeding to step S311, the combination of the off symbol counters CL, CM, CR at that time is stored in the off symbol buffer of the RAM 503. Note that if both of steps S306 and S310 are NO (for example, the first display unit 42L has symbols on the top, middle, and bottom), it corresponds to a big hit state. In this case, the off symbol counters CL, CM , CR is terminated without storing CR in the buffer.

  After the off symbol counter updating process, in step S204 in FIG. 24, the winning ball counting signal and the payout abnormality signal received from the payout control device 311 are read. Thereafter, in step S205, symbol variation processing for performing symbol variation display by the variable display device 42 is executed. This process is also performed for each of the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R. By this symbol variation processing, winning determination in each display unit 42L, 42R, setting of a symbol variation pattern, and the like are performed. However, details of the symbol variation process will be described later.

  Thereafter, in step S206, a winning display process for determining whether or not to perform a winning display or a standby display is executed. In step S207, a first winning opening / closing process for opening or closing the first winning opening 411 is executed. In step S208, the second winning port 432 opening / closing control for opening or closing the second winning port 432 is executed. However, details of the winning display process, the first winning opening / closing process, and the second winning opening / closing process will be described later.

  Thereafter, in step S209, it is determined whether or not the next normal process execution timing has been reached, that is, whether or not a predetermined time (4 msec in the present embodiment) has elapsed since the start of the previous normal process. Then, the random number initial value counters CINIL, CINIR and the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, CS2R are repeatedly updated within the remaining time until the next normal processing execution timing is reached (steps S210, S211). That is, in step S210, the random number initial value counters CINIL and CINIR are updated. Specifically, the random number initial value counters CINIL and CINIR are incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value. Then, the update values of the random number initial value counters CINIL and CINIR are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 503.

  In step S211, update of the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, CS2R is executed (same as step S202). Specifically, the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, and CS2R are incremented by 1 and cleared to 0 when the counter values reach the maximum value. Then, the changed values of the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, CS2R are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 503.

  Here, since the execution time of each process of steps S201 to S208 changes according to the state of the game, the remaining time until the execution timing of the next normal process is not constant and varies. Therefore, the random number initial value counters CINIL and CINIR (that is, the initial values of the winning random number counters C1L and C1R) are randomly updated by repeatedly executing the random number initial value counters CINIL and CINIR using the remaining time. Will be able to.

  Next, the symbol variation process in step S205 will be briefly described. However, the symbol variation processing routine shown in FIG. 26 is performed for each of the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R. Here, for example, the process will be described assuming that the process shown in FIG. 26 relates to the second display unit 42R.

  First, in step S401, it is determined whether the jackpot is currently being jacked (displaying a jackpot) or winning (opening display). Note that the jackpot includes the display of the special game video displayed on the variable display device 42 in the case of the jackpot and the middle of a predetermined time after the special game video ends. Further, as will be described in detail later, the winning in the present embodiment includes a standby display in which a winning state is awaited.

  In a succeeding step S402, it is determined whether or not the symbol variation display is being performed on the second display unit 42R. If it is not a big hit, and if the second display unit 42R is not displaying the symbol variation, the process proceeds to step S403, and it is determined whether or not each starting reserved ball number NR corresponding to the second display unit 42R is greater than zero. To do. At this time, if the jackpot, symbol variation display is being performed, or if the starting reserved ball number NR corresponding to the second display unit 42R is 0, the present process is terminated.

  Further, if neither the big hit nor the symbol variation display is being performed and if the starting reserved ball number NR> 0, the process proceeds to step S404. In step S404, 1 is subtracted from the starting reserved ball number NR. In step S405, a process for shifting the data stored in the reserved ball storage area is executed. This data shift process is a process of sequentially shifting the data stored in the reserved first to fourth areas of the reserved ball storage area to the execution area side, and the reserved first area → execution area, reserved second area → The data in each area is shifted such as the first hold area, the third hold area → the second hold area, the fourth hold area → the third hold area. After that, a change start process is executed in step S406.

  The change start process (this process is also performed for each of the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R) will be described with reference to FIG. 27. In step S501, the execution area of the reserved ball storage area is set. It is determined whether or not the winning is made based on the values of the stored winning random number counters C1L and C1R.

  If the winning symbol is determined, in step S502, a symbol corresponding to the value of the winning symbol counters C2L and C2R stored in the execution area of the reserved ball storage area, that is, a table (winning symbol counter C2L) that does not show the winning symbol. , C2R value and a table representing the correspondence between symbols), and the symbol is set as a stop symbol command. At this time, any one of 10 winning symbols corresponding to numerical values 0 to 9 of the winning symbol counters C2L and C2R is set in the stop symbol command.

  Next, in step S503, a variation pattern at the time of winning is determined, and the variation pattern is set as a variation pattern command. At this time, the values of the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, CS2R stored in the counter buffer of the RAM 503 are confirmed, and based on the values of the first variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, the second variation type counters CS2L, CS2R. To determine the pattern variation mode. In the present embodiment, the time from when the variable display is started to when it is stopped is set to 4 to 6 seconds for both the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R. Is displayed. It should be noted that the relationship between the numerical values of the first variation type counters CS1L and CS1R and the reach pattern and the relationship between the numerical values of the second variation type counters CS2L and CS2R and the variation mode are respectively defined in advance by a table or the like.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S501 that the winning is not achieved, it is determined in step S504 whether or not reach has occurred based on the values of the reach random number counters C3L and C3R stored in the execution area of the reserved ball storage area. If the reach has occurred, it is further determined in step S505 whether or not the reach is a very large outreach based on the values of the reach random number counters C3L and C3R. In the present embodiment, the values of the reach random number counters C3L and C3R are any one of 0 to 238, of which “0, 1” corresponds to a very serious outreach, and “2 to 21” corresponds to an outreach. “22 to 238” corresponds to no reach (complete detachment).

  In the case of occurrence of extremely severe outreach, the process proceeds to step S506, and the respective values of outlier counters CL, CM, and CR stored in the extremely probable reach symbol buffer of the RAM 503 are set as stop symbol commands. Also, in step S507, a variation pattern (for example, super reach, premium reach) at the time of extremely severe outreach is determined, and the variation pattern is set as a variation pattern command. At this time, as in step S503, the values of the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, CS2R stored in the counter buffer of the RAM 503 are confirmed, and based on the values of the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, CS2R. To determine the pattern variation mode.

  On the other hand, if it is not extremely violent reach reach, the process proceeds to step S508, and the respective values of the detach symbol counters CL, CM, CR stored in the detach reach symbol buffer of the RAM 503 are set as stop symbol commands. In step S509, a variation pattern at the time of outlier reach is determined, and the variation pattern is set as a variation pattern command. At this time, the variation pattern is determined based on the values of the variation type counters CS1L, CS1R, CS2L, and CS2R stored in the counter buffer of the RAM 503 as in step S503 and the like.

  If neither winning nor reach is reached, the process proceeds to step S510, and the out symbol is set as a stop symbol command based on the respective values of the out symbol counters CL, CM, CR stored in the complete symbol buffer of the RAM 503. In step S511, the fluctuation pattern at the time of complete deviation is determined, and the fluctuation pattern is set in the fluctuation pattern command. At this time, since the reach does not occur, the player's interest is reduced, and various symbol variation modes are not required. Therefore, in the present embodiment, in step S511, the symbol variation mode is determined using only the first variation type counters CS1L and CS1R (that is, without using the second variation type counters CS2L and CS2R). As described above, when the setting of the stop symbol command and the variation pattern command is completed at the time of jackpot, at the time of reach occurrence, and at the time of no reach occurrence, this processing is terminated (although as described above, this processing is This is performed for each display unit 42L, 42R).

  Returning to the previous description of the symbol variation processing, when step S402 is YES, that is, when the variation of the symbol is being displayed on the display unit, the process proceeds to step S407 to determine whether or not the variation time has elapsed. At this time, the variation time of the symbol is determined according to the variation pattern of the symbol, and when this variation time has elapsed, an affirmative determination is made in step S407. In step S408, the stop symbol set for stopping and confirming the fluctuation is set as a confirmation command.

  In the present embodiment, for each of the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R, a specification for storing whether or not information indicating that the change pattern command set in the change start process includes winning is included. First and second pattern storage areas are provided as storage means. And when setting the said various variation pattern to a variation pattern command, it is comprised so that the information regarding a winning may be stored in the said 1st or 2nd pattern storage area. In addition, when the information regarding the winning is already stored in the pattern storage area, the information regarding the winning is stored by overwriting the previous information with the new information.

  In addition, first and second winning state detection areas for storing whether or not the winning state is being provided are provided, and when the information indicating that winning is stored in the corresponding pattern storage area, the corresponding confirmation is made. When the command is output, information indicating that it is in a winning state is stored in the winning state detection area. Then, the information stored in the winning state detection area is cleared when the winning state ends (when the winning time has elapsed).

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, first and second standby state detection areas for storing information indicating that the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R are in the standby state are provided.

  The winning display process in step S206 will be described with reference to FIG. This process is also performed for each of the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R. Here, the process is described as being related to the second display unit 42R. Moreover, in this Embodiment, it is comprised so that it may not progress to the next step (step S207) until the said winning display process is complete | finished.

  First, in step S1301, the winning state detection area is confirmed, and it is determined whether or not the winning symbol is stopped and displayed on the second display unit 42R, that is, whether or not a winning notification is performed. If the result is NO, the process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if the result is affirmative, the process proceeds to step S1302, and it is determined whether or not the second display unit 42R is in a standby state (standby display). If the result is negative, the process proceeds to step S1303, where it is determined whether or not the first display unit 42L is currently displaying a winning display or waiting.

  If the determination is negative, a winning display waiting process is performed in step S1304. That is, information indicating that it is in the standby state is stored in the second standby state detection area, and the fact that standby display is performed on the second display unit 42R is set as an additional command. Further, the count of the second release counter is temporarily stopped, and this process is terminated.

  If the determination in step S1302 is affirmative (in the standby state with respect to the second display unit 42R), in step S1305, the count value of the second standby counter is checked to determine whether or not the standby time has elapsed. If the result is negative, the process is terminated as it is.

  On the other hand, if the result is affirmative in step S1305 or if the result is affirmative in step S1303, a normal winning display process is performed in step S1306. That is, the information indicating that the state is the standby state stored in the second standby state detection area is cleared, and the fact that the winning display is performed on the second display unit 42R is set as an additional command. Further, the count of the second release counter is restarted, and this process is terminated.

  If the determination in step S1303 is affirmative, the process advances to step S1307 to determine whether or not standby display is being performed on the first display unit 42L. If the result is negative, the normal winning display process is performed in step S1306, and the process ends.

  On the other hand, if the determination in step S1307 is affirmative, the process proceeds to step S1308 to perform simultaneous winning display processing. That is, the information indicating that the state is the standby state stored in the first standby state detection area is cleared, and the fact that the winning display is performed on the first display unit 42L is set as an additional command. Further, the counting of the first opening counter is restarted. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S1306, the normal winning display process is performed, and the process is terminated.

  Next, the first prize opening opening / closing process in step S207 will be described with reference to FIG. First, in step S1401, it is determined whether or not a big hit. If it is a big hit, the process proceeds to step S1402, and the process proceeds to the first winning opening / closing process at the big win. That is, the first winning opening 411 is opened for each round of the big hit state, and it is determined whether the maximum opening time of the first winning opening 411 has elapsed or whether a predetermined number of game balls have been won in the first winning opening 411. . Then, when any one of these conditions is satisfied, the first winning opening 411 is closed. At this time, the first winning opening 411 is allowed to be opened again on condition that the game ball has won the second winning opening 432 during the round, and this is repeated for a predetermined number of rounds.

  On the other hand, if it is not a big hit, the process proceeds to step S1403. Here, the first winning state detection area is confirmed, and it is determined whether or not the winning symbol is displayed on the first display unit 42L. If a negative determination is made, the present process is terminated, and if an affirmative determination is made, the process proceeds to step S1404.

  In step S1404, the first standby state detection area is confirmed, and it is determined whether or not the first display unit 42L is in a standby state (standby display). If the result is affirmative, the present process is terminated as it is, and if the result is negative, a normal first prize opening opening / closing process is performed in step S1405. That is, a process of opening the first winning opening 411 for a predetermined time is executed. Then, the winning information stored in the first pattern storage area is erased, and this process is terminated. In the present embodiment, the opening time of the first winning opening 411 is set to 6 seconds at normal times (when the jackpot is not set).

Next, the second prize opening opening / closing process in step S208 will be described with reference to FIG. First, in step S1501, it is determined whether or not a big hit. If it is a big hit, the process proceeds to step S1502, and the process proceeds to a second winning opening / closing process at the big win.
That is, processing is performed in which the second electric accessory 431 repeats opening and closing at predetermined intervals. Further, during each round of big hits, the V stopper 442 is protruded on the surface of the game board 30 and processing is performed such that the V stopper 442 is retracted at the end of each round. If the game ball is held on the V stopper 442 during the round, the game ball wins the second winning opening 432 immediately after the round ends, and the round is continued.

  On the other hand, if it is not a big hit, the process proceeds to step S1503. Here, the second winning state detection area is confirmed, and it is determined whether or not the winning symbol is displayed on the second display unit 42R. If a negative determination is made, the present process is terminated, and if an affirmative determination is made, the process proceeds to step S1504.

  In step S1504, the second standby state detection area is confirmed, and it is determined whether or not the second display unit 42R is in a standby state (standby display). If the result is affirmative, the process is terminated as it is. If the result is negative, the process proceeds to step S1505, and the normal second prize opening opening / closing process is performed. That is, a process of opening the second electric accessory 431 (movable wing 435) for a predetermined time is executed. And the information memorize | stored in the said 2nd pattern storage area is erase | eliminated, and this process is complete | finished. In the present embodiment, the opening time of the winning path 434 in normal times, that is, the opening time of the second winning port 432 is set to 6 seconds.

  Next, payout control executed by the CPU 511 in the payout control device 311 will be described. FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the main process of the payout control apparatus 311. This main process is started upon reset when the power is turned on.

  First, in step S901, an initial setting process associated with power-on is executed. Specifically, a predetermined value set in advance is set in the stack pointer, and an interrupt mode is set. In step S902, the process waits until a payout permission command transmitted from main controller 261 is received. When the payout permission command is received, the process advances to step S903 to permit RAM access, and in step S904, an external interrupt vector is set.

  Thereafter, a data backup process is executed for the RAM 513 in the CPU 511. That is, in step S905, it is determined whether or not the RAM erase switch 323 provided in the power supply device 313 is pressed (ON). In subsequent step S906, the information on occurrence of power interruption is set in the backup area 513a of the RAM 513. It is determined whether or not. In step S907, a RAM determination value is calculated. In subsequent step S908, it is determined whether or not the RAM determination value matches the RAM determination value stored when the power is turned off, that is, the validity of the backup. The RAM determination value is, for example, a checksum value at a work area address in the RAM 513. It should be noted that it is possible to determine the effectiveness of backup based on whether or not the keywords written in a predetermined area of the RAM 513 are correctly stored.

  If the RAM erase switch 323 is ON, the process proceeds to a RAM initialization process (step S915, etc.). Similarly, when the occurrence information of power interruption is not set, or when a backup abnormality is confirmed by the RAM determination value (checksum value or the like), the process proceeds to initialization processing of the RAM 513 (step S915 or the like). That is, in step S915, the entire area of the RAM 513 is cleared to 0, and in the subsequent step S916, initialization processing of the RAM 513 is executed. In step S917, the CPU peripheral device is initialized, and in step S918, interrupt permission is set, and the process proceeds to a payout control process described later.

  On the other hand, if the RAM erase switch 323 has not been pressed, the power-off occurrence information is set, and the RAM judgment value (checksum value, etc.) is normal. Execute the process (process when power is restored). That is, in step S909, the stack pointer before the power interruption is restored, and in step S910, the information on the occurrence of the power interruption is cleared. In step S911, CPU peripheral devices are initialized, and in step S912, the used registers are restored from the backup area 513a of the RAM 513. Further, in steps S913 and S914, the interruption permission / non-permission is returned to the state before the power interruption, and then the address before the power interruption is returned.

  Next, the flow of the payout control process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

  In FIG. 32, in step S1001, a command from the main controller 261 is acquired, and the total number of winning balls is stored. In step S1002, the launch control apparatus 312 is set for launch permission. In step S1003, the state return switch 321 is checked, and if it is determined that the state return operation has started, the state return operation is executed.

  Thereafter, in step S1004, setting of the lower pan full tank state or the lower pan full tank release state is executed in accordance with the change in the state of the lower pan 15. That is, when the lower pan 15 is detected based on the detection signal of the lower pan full switch, when the lower pan is full, the lower pan full state is set, and when the lower pan full is not reached , Set the lower pan full release state. In step S1005, setting of a tank ball absence state or a tank ball absence release state is executed in accordance with a change in the state of the tank ball. In other words, the tank ball no switch state is determined based on the detection signal of the tank ball no switch, and the special setting for the absence of the tank ball and the setting for the no tank ball state are executed. Perform configuration.

  Thereafter, in step S1006, the presence / absence of a state to be notified is determined. If there is a state to be notified, the 7-segment LED provided in the payout control device 311 is notified.

  In steps S1007 to S1009, prize ball payout processing is executed. In this case, if the prize ball is not paid out and the total number of prize balls stored in step S1001 is not 0 (both NO in steps S1007 and S1008), the process proceeds to step S1009 and a prize ball control process (described later). FIG. 33) is started. Further, if the prize ball cannot be paid out or the total number of prize balls is 0 (YES in any one of steps S1007 and S1008), the process proceeds to a lending payout process.

  Thereafter, in steps S1010 to S1012, a rental ball payout process is executed. In this case, if it is not possible to pay out the rent and if a rent-out request from the card unit has been received (NO in step S1010, YES in S1011), the process proceeds to step S1012 and a renting control process (described later). FIG. 34) is started. Further, if a rental ball cannot be paid out or a rental ball payout request has not been received (YES in step S1010 or NO in S1011), the subsequent ball removal process is executed.

  In step S1013, the state return switch 321 is checked to execute the ball removal process by driving the payout motor 358a on the condition that the ball removal disabled state is not set and the ball removal operation is not started. In subsequent step S1014, control of vibrator 360 (vibration motor control) is executed on condition that the ball is clogged. Thereafter, the process returns to the top of the payout control process.

  Here, in the prize ball control process shown in FIG. 33, in step S1101, the payout motor 358a is driven to execute the prize ball payout. In subsequent step S1102, whether the rotation of the payout motor 358a is normal is determined based on the detection result of the payout rotation sensor. If the rotation of the payout motor 358a is not normal, the process proceeds to step S1103, the payout motor 358a is driven to execute a retry process, and a stop process of the payout motor 358a is executed. Thereafter, the process returns to the payout control process in FIG.

  If the rotation of the payout motor 358a is normal, the process proceeds to step S1104, and whether or not the game ball is normally counted is determined based on the detection result of the payout count switch. If the game ball count is not normal, the process advances to step S1105 to drive the payout motor 358a to execute a retry process and execute a stop process of the payout motor 358a, and then returns to the payout control process of FIG.

  Further, if the game ball count is normal, the process proceeds to step S1106, and it is determined whether or not the game ball count by the payout count switch has reached the total number of prize balls and the payout has been completed. If the payout has been completed, a stop process of the payout motor 358a is executed in step S1107, and then the process returns to the payout control process of FIG.

  In the ball lending control process shown in FIG. 34, in step S1201, the payout motor 358a is driven to pay out the lending ball. In the subsequent step S1202, it is determined from the detection result of the dispensing rotation sensor whether the rotation of the dispensing motor 358a is normal. If the rotation of the payout motor 358a is not normal, the process proceeds to step S1203, where the payout motor 358a is driven to execute a retry process and a stop process of the payout motor 358a, and then the process returns to the payout control process of FIG.

  If the rotation of the payout motor 358a is normal, the process advances to step S1204 to determine whether or not the game ball is normally counted based on the detection result of the payout count switch. If the game ball count is not normal, the process advances to step S1205 to drive the payout motor 358a to execute a retry process and execute a stop process of the payout motor 358a, and then return to the payout control process of FIG.

  If the game ball count is normal, the process proceeds to step S1206, where it is determined whether or not the game ball count by the payout count switch has reached a predetermined number of rented balls (25) and the payout is completed. If the payout has been completed, a stop process of the payout motor 358a is executed in step S1207, and then the process returns to the payout control process of FIG.

  Now, as described above, when the winning symbol is displayed on the one display unit (42L, 42R), the winning symbol is not displayed on the other display unit (42R, 42L), and the standby display is not displayed. The one display unit (42L, 42R) performs standby display. Hereinafter, a series of flows when the standby display is performed will be described with reference to FIG. Here, a description will be given of an example of a case where the variable display on the first display unit 42L is preceded by the variable display on the second display unit 42R. The hatched portion in FIG. 39 indicates a period during which the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 are open.

  First, when a ball is entered into the first opportunity corresponding port 402, the variable display is started at the timing T1 on the first display unit 42L based on the ball, and is varied at a timing T2 after a predetermined time (4 to 6 seconds). The display ends. In the variation display, when the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped, a standby display that ends at timing T5 after 8 seconds from the timing T2 of the confirmed stop display (winning notification) is started.

  Since the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the first display unit 42L, this time, aiming at the second opportunity corresponding port 403 and entering the second opportunity corresponding port 403. Then, for example, at the timing T3 delayed by 2 seconds from the timing T2 when the standby display is started on the first display section 42L, the variable display for 5 seconds is started on the second display section 42R.

  Thereafter, at the timing T4 during the period when the standby display is still being performed on the first display unit 42L, the variable display on the second display unit 42R is finished. When the variation display on the second display unit 42R is confirmed and stopped with the winning symbol, the second winning a prize opening from the variation display end timing T4 on the second display unit 42R to the timing T6 that is six seconds later. 432 will be opened.

  In the present embodiment, if the winning symbol is displayed on the second display unit 42R while the standby display is being performed on the first display unit 42L, the first display unit 42L performs the final display. The standby display ends at that point. That is, the standby display on the first display unit 42L is finished in synchronization with the end timing T4 of the variable display on the second display unit 42R. And the 1st winning opening 411 is open | released from the said timing T4 to the timing T6 which is 6 seconds after that.

  That is, the opening timing of the second winning port 432 and the opening timing of the first winning port 411 are synchronized, and the opening period of the first winning port 411 and the opening period of the second winning port 432 overlap for 6 seconds. .

  As described above in detail, in the present embodiment, the first display 42L displays the variation of the first symbol when the game ball enters the first opportunity corresponding port 402. The first winning opening 411 is opened when the first symbol is confirmed and stopped by the winning symbol. At that time, the game ball can be entered into the special prize winning device 401 by entering the game ball into the first prize opening 411. In addition, when the ball enters the second opportunity corresponding port 403, the second display portion 42R displays the variation of the second symbol. Then, when the second symbol is confirmed and stopped in the winning symbol, the second winning opening 432 is opened (the winning path 434 is opened, and the game ball can easily enter the second winning opening 432). . At this time, the game ball that has entered the special prize-winning device 401 enters the second prize-winning port 432, thereby generating a big hit state.

  That is, in order for a game ball that has entered the special winning device 401 from the opened first winning opening 411 to enter the second winning opening 432, the second winning opening 432 is opened at that time. There must be. In other words, the period in which the first winning opening 411 and the second winning opening 432 are opened overlaps, thereby providing an opportunity to generate a jackpot state.

  In the present embodiment, a winning lottery is performed as to whether or not each of the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 is opened, and the result of each lottery is taught on the corresponding display units 42L and 42R. It becomes. The player can play the game with the expectation that the first winning opening 411 will be opened by visually recognizing the variable display on the first display unit 42L, and display the variable display on the second display unit 42R. It is possible to play a game with expectation that the second winning opening 432 may be opened by visual recognition. In addition, by viewing the variable display performed on the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R alternately or simultaneously, each sense of expectation can be synergized, and it is possible to improve the interest. .

  In addition, if the first prize opening 411 and the second prize opening 432 are opened at the same time, it is easy to win the second prize opening 432, and as a result, a big hit state is likely to occur. The lottery regarding the first winning port 411 and the lottery regarding the second winning port 432 have a close relationship. That is, is the result of both the variable display performed in the first display unit 42L and the variable display performed in the second display unit 42R (determined stop display) combined to provide a state in which a big hit state is likely to occur? The lottery result such as “no” is taught. For this reason, unlike the case where only two display devices are provided, the player is able to visually recognize the fluctuating display performed on the first display part 42L and the second display part 42R that are associated with each other, so Can be enjoyed and can be improved.

  Further, if the ease of winning the second winning opening 432 is changed, the degree of occurrence of the big hit state also changes. Furthermore, since the second winning opening 432 is provided in the special winning device 401, the degree of occurrence of the big hit state varies depending on the ease of entering the special winning device 401. More specifically, the probability that the first winning opening 411 and the second winning opening 432 are opened, the size of the first winning opening 432 and the second winning opening 432, the size and shape of the movable wing 435, the winning openings 221, 222. Depends on various factors such as the position and size of the left and right warp portions 413 and 414. Therefore, various variations can be given to the process until the big hit state is generated, and various interesting things can be imparted thereto.

  Further, for example, even when the degree of occurrence of the big hit state is maintained to be approximately the same as that of the conventional gaming machine, the opportunity to open the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 is relatively frequent. It can be configured to occur. Therefore, even if it is not a big hit state, the situation is thrilling for the player (when winning the first winning port 411, the second winning port 432 or the specific winning port 433 is won, so 10 winning balls are always obtained. ) Frequently visit, and the player can fully enjoy the game with inflection.

  In addition, when a game ball enters the special winning device 401, it is determined that the winning ball can be surely received, and a sense of expectation that a big hit state may occur can be realized. Therefore, in the stage where the player has cleared the first step for generating a big hit state such as entering into the special winning device 401, the player is excited about the behavior of the gaming ball in the special winning device 401 while having a sense of exaltation. It will be visually recognized. In this way, by constructing multiple stages of conditions in an unprecedented manner before the jackpot state is generated, the value of the jackpot state is increased, and the sense of achievement and uplifting when the jackpot state occurs are increased. A feeling etc. can be made special.

  Further, in the present embodiment, due to the presence of the second electric combination 431 provided in the special winning device 401, an open state in which a game ball can easily enter the second winning port 432 and a closed state in which it is difficult to enter the ball And can be switched. For example, in a case where the second electric accessory 432 is omitted, the player is always awarded at a certain rate to the second prize opening 432, so that a sense of expectation when the game ball enters the special prize winning device 401 is expected. Is always constant. On the other hand, in the present embodiment, the possibility of winning the second prize opening 432 varies greatly depending on the state of the second electric accessory 321, so even after the game ball has entered the special prize winning device 401, From time to time, the player's feelings of expectation change dramatically. In particular, when the second prize opening 432 is opened at the time of entering the special prize winning device 401, the player's expectation for the occurrence of the jackpot state has reached the top, and the trend of the game ball has been greatly improved. You can have a feeling of feeling. In this way, unprecedented inflection can be imparted to the game and the interest can be dramatically improved.

  In addition, in the present embodiment, the special winning device 401 is provided with winning openings 421 and 422 in addition to the first winning opening 411, and the first electric accessory 412 is in a closed state. Even so, it is configured to be able to enter the special winning device 401 with a very small probability. Therefore, even when only the second winning port 432 of the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 is opened, if it is possible to enter the special winning device 401 from the winning openings 421 and 422, A jackpot state can be generated with a relatively high probability.

  On the other hand, even when the second electric accessory 321 is in the closed state, the game ball is configured to be able to win the second winning opening 432 with a very small probability. Therefore, even when only the first winning port 411 of the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 is opened, compared to when both the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 are opened. Although it is unlikely that a jackpot state will be generated, there remains a chance to generate a jackpot state. Therefore, even when only one of the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 is opened, the player can play a game with a sense of expectation for the big hit state. In addition, a game property different from that when both the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 are opened occurs, and as a result, the game is thickened and the entertainment is further improved.

  Now, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the present embodiment configured as described above, the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the display portion (42L, 42R) of either the first display portion 42L or the second display portion 42R. When the winning display or standby display is not performed on the other display unit (42R, 42L), the winning display is performed after the standby display for 8 seconds is performed on the one display unit (42L, 42R). Display (open display) is performed. Further, the first winning port 411 and the second winning port 432 corresponding to the display units 42L and 42R are not opened until the standby display is finished and the winning display (open display) is started. That is, a waiting period of 8 seconds is provided from when the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R until the corresponding winning openings 411 and 432 are opened.

  On the other hand, when the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on one of the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R (for example, the first display unit 42L), the other display unit (for example, the second display unit 42L) has already been displayed. If the winning slot (for example, the second winning port 432) corresponding to the display unit 42R) is in the waiting period or is open, one display unit (for example, the first display unit 42L) In FIG. 5, immediately after the winning symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state, a winning slot (for example, the first winning slot 411) corresponding to one display unit is opened. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, when the standby display is being performed on the other display unit (for example, the second display unit 42R) at that time, the standby display is terminated at that time, and the other variable is displayed. A winning opening (for example, the second winning opening 432) corresponding to the display unit is opened. That is, the timing at which the first winning port 411 is opened and the timing at which the second winning port 432 is opened are substantially synchronized. In that case, the period during which the first winning opening 411 is opened and the period during which the second winning opening 432 is opened can be reliably overlapped.

  Accordingly, it is possible to increase the opportunity for the first prize opening 411 and the second prize opening 432 to be opened at the same time, that is, the opportunity to generate a jackpot state. In this way, by configuring the opportunity to expect the occurrence of a big hit state frequently, the monotonous time zone in the game will be reduced, and the player will fully enjoy the game with inflection Can do. As a result, it is possible to suppress the problem that it becomes difficult to generate a big hit state as the game becomes more complex, and it is possible to increase the fun of the game machine.

  In addition, due to the existence of the waiting period, the display on the other side (42R, 42L) is displayed immediately before the change display is confirmed and stopped with the specific symbol on one display unit (42L, 42R) or after the fixed symbol is displayed with the selected symbol. ), The variable display on the other display unit (42R, 42L) can be completed during the standby period.

  Here, when the standby period is not provided, even if the variable display on the other display unit (for example, 42R) is started after the variable display on one display unit (for example, 42L) ends, the first prize opening There is a possibility that the open periods of the 411 and the second winning opening 432 cannot be overlapped. For example, as shown in FIG. 39 (b), after the variable display is started at the timing t1 in the first display unit 42L and the winning symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state at the timing t2, the variable is displayed at the timing t3 in the second display unit 42R. Assume that the display is started. In this case, the first winning opening 411 is opened at the timing t2, but the first winning opening 411 is closed at the timing t4 that is still in the changing period in the second display portion 42R. Therefore, even if the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the second display unit 42R at the timing t5, the timing may be a timing t5 later than the timing t4. In this case, even if the second winning opening 432 is opened from the timing t5 to the timing t6, the opening period of the first winning opening 411 and the opening period of the second winning opening 432 cannot be overlapped. Since the game cannot be in a state where it is easy to generate, the player may fall into a dilemma.

  On the other hand, in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, the aim of the game ball is changed to the other display unit (42R, 42L) after determining the stop mode of the variable display on one display unit (42L, 42R). Even if it moves to the corresponding opportunity corresponding port (403, 402), there is a sufficient chance of occurrence of a big hit state. For this reason, it is possible to suppress the troublesomeness of frequently changing the aim of the game ball in order to display variably in both the display portions 42L and 42R, and to reduce the operation burden on the player. In general, when the aim of a game ball is determined, there is a risk that a useless ball that is not directed to either the first opportunity corresponding port 402 or the second opportunity corresponding port 403 may be hit. If the place is changed frequently, there is a risk that many useless balls are generated. In this respect, in the present embodiment, generation of the waste sphere can be suppressed as much as possible.

  In addition, since the first opportunity corresponding port 402 and the second opportunity corresponding port 403 are provided apart from each other in the left-right direction, a dynamic game using a wide game area on the surface of the game board 30 can be performed. .

  Further, the probability (about 1/10) that the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the second display portion 42R is compared to the probability (about 1/10) that the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the first display portion 42L. Highly set. In this gaming machine, in order to efficiently overlap the period in which the first and second winning ports 411 and 432 are opened, for example, the winning symbol is displayed on the second display unit 42R during the waiting period of the first winning port 411. It is convenient for the player to display the fixed stop. However, since the winning symbol must be displayed in a definite stop within a limited period of the standby period, it may be very difficult to clear the condition. In this regard, according to the present embodiment, since the probability that the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the second display portion 42R is relatively high, first, the winning symbol is first displayed on the first display portion 42L to be confirmed and stopped. When the variable display is performed on the second display unit 42R during the standby period of the first winning opening 411, the above-described problems can be easily suppressed.

  In addition, it is not limited to the description content of embodiment mentioned above, For example, you may implement as follows.

  (A) In the above embodiment, the change time of the change display in the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R is always set to 4 to 6 seconds, but the change time is not necessarily limited to the above numerical values. It is not something.

  For example, when the winning opening (411, 432) corresponding to one display unit (42L, 42R) is in the waiting period or is open, the other display unit (42R, 42L) You may comprise so that the fluctuation time of a fluctuation display may become shorter than before. In this case, when the winning opening (411, 432) corresponding to one display unit (42L, 42R) is in a standby period, the other display unit (42R, 42L) performs variable display (determined stop display). ) Increase opportunities, and in turn increase the chances of a jackpot occurrence.

  Furthermore, when the winning opening (411, 432) corresponding to one display unit (42L, 42R) is in a waiting period, it has been recognized that the variation time in the other display unit (42R, 42L) is shorter. The player can first concentrate on starting the variable display on one of the display units (42L, 42R) or viewing the variation mode of the variable display on one of the display units (42L, 42R). . Therefore, there is no need to hurry and change the aim of the game ball, and you can enjoy the game with a slow feeling during normal times.

  In addition, by shortening the variation time (the time from the start of variation of identification information to the stop display) in the other display unit (42R, 42L), the standby period can be shortened accordingly. Therefore, it is possible to avoid giving an overall extended impression in the game. Further, by shortening the variation time in the other display unit (42R, 42L), it is possible to recognize that the occurrence of the big hit state is approached, and it is possible to give an inflection to the game.

  (B) Further, for example, the variation display variation time in one display unit (42L, 42R) may be set to be always longer than the variation display variation time in the other display unit (42R, 42L). . In that case, it is preferable to give priority to the variable display on one display part (42L, 42R) with a long variation time and to postpone the variable display on the other display part (42R, 42L) with a short variation time, It is effective in opening 432 at the same time. When the player who recognizes and executes it is in a waiting period with respect to the winning opening (411, 432) corresponding to one display unit (42L, 42R), the other display unit (42R, 42L) Opportunities for performing variable display can be increased, and, in turn, opportunities for occurrence of jackpot states can be increased.

  (C) In the above embodiment, when the winning symbol is displayed on the first display unit 42L when the second winning opening 432 is not in a waiting period and is not open, The one winning opening 411 is configured to be opened after a predetermined waiting period. Furthermore, when the winning symbol is displayed on the second display unit 42R when the first winning port 411 is not in a waiting period and is not open, the second winning port 432 is set to a predetermined value. It is configured to be released after a waiting period of. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and at least one of the winning awards (411, 432) waits for a predetermined time after the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the corresponding display unit (42L, 42R). What is necessary is just to be comprised so that it can do. For example, even when the winning symbol is displayed on the second display unit 42R when the first winning opening 411 is not in a waiting period and is not open, the second display unit 42R In this case, the second winning opening 432 may be opened immediately after the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped.

  (D) In the above embodiment, during the waiting period of the winning opening (411, 432) corresponding to one display unit (42L, 42R), the variable display is performed a plurality of times on the other display unit (42R, 42L). You may comprise so that it can be made. For example, the waiting period of the first winning opening 411 (the time from when the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the first display unit 42L until the first winning opening 411 is opened) is set to 10 seconds, and the second display If the variation time in the section 42L is set to 3 seconds, the second display section 42R can display the variation display up to three times during the standby period of the first winning opening 411. In other words, during the standby period, it is possible to increase the chances of performing a lottery on whether or not to win the other display unit (42R, 42L). In addition, when the first step until the occurrence of the big hit state is determined such that one winning opening (411, 432) has been opened, the other winning opening (432, 411) is opened. Opportunities for clearing the second step, such as, are obtained a plurality of times, and the expectation for the player can be dramatically increased.

  (E) In the above embodiment, when the winning opening (411, 432) corresponding to one display unit (42L, 42R) is not in a waiting period and is not open, the other display unit When the winning symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state at (42R, 42L), the winning symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state on the other display portion (42R, 42L), and then displayed in a variable manner on one display portion (42L, 42R). May be configured such that the winning opening (432, 411) corresponding to the other display unit (42R, 42L) is opened after the predetermined number of times has been displayed. In other words, a waiting period (a time lag provided from when the winning symbols are displayed on the display units 42L and 42R to be confirmed and stopped until the winning holes 411 and 432 are opened) is displayed on the other display units (42R and 42L). It may be set so that the variable display is stopped for a predetermined number of times in the one display section (42L, 42R) after the fixed stop display is displayed. In that case, during the standby period, the variable display on one of the display units (42L, 42R) can be always performed a predetermined number of times. Therefore, at the stage where the winning opening (432, 411) corresponding to the other display unit (42R, 42L) is determined to be opened, that is, at the stage where the player can have a sense of exaltation, You can enjoy the game carefully and excitingly. As an example, a variation counter that counts the number of variation displays that are confirmed and stopped and displayed on the other display unit (42R and 42L) after the winning symbol is displayed on the other display unit (42R and 42L). The waiting period is terminated when the variation counter has counted a predetermined number of times, and the corresponding winning opening (411, 432) is opened.

  (F) The other display unit (42R, 42L) when it is in the waiting period or in the open state with respect to the winning a prize mouth (411, 432) corresponding to one display unit (42L, 42R) In this case, the winning symbol may be displayed more easily than before. In this gaming machine, in order to efficiently overlap the period in which the first and second winning ports 411, 432 are opened, the winning symbol is displayed on the other display unit (42R, 42L) during the waiting period. This is convenient for the player. However, since the winning symbol must be displayed in a definite stop within a limited period of the standby period, it may be very difficult to clear the condition. In that respect, according to (f), since the probability that the winning symbol is confirmed and stopped on the other display unit (42R, 42L) is relatively high, it is easy to suppress the above problem.

  (G) In the above embodiment, the number of types of the first symbol and the second symbol is ten, but it is not necessarily limited to such a configuration. For example, in the above embodiment, the probability (about 1/10) that the winning symbol is displayed on the second display unit 42R is higher than the probability (1/30) that the winning symbol is displayed on the first display unit 42L. Therefore, the number of types of the first symbol may be increased (for example, 9 types) and the number of types of the second symbol may be decreased (for example, 3 types). In that case, the player can grasp which of the display parts 42L and 42R is easy to win by visually recognizing the display part, and accordingly, which of the first and second opportunity corresponding ports 402 and 403 is selected first. You can decide whether to aim.

  (H) Remaining time of the period in which each winning opening 411, 432 is opened based on the count of the opening counter that measures the remaining time from the opening of the first winning opening 411 and the second winning opening 432 to the closing May be configured to be displayed. By adopting such a configuration, the player can recognize the remaining opening times of the winning ports 411 and 432, and can launch a game ball accordingly.

  (I) In the above embodiment, the special winning device 401 is provided with the specific winning port 433, and the first winning port 411 is opened by a predetermined number of rounds, so that the player is in a big hit state that is advantageous to the player. It is not limited to. For example, it is configured so that there is no prize ball even if it enters the specific prize opening 433, and a big prize opening with a prize ball is provided separately from the special prize winning device 401 when entering, and the special prize opening is opened for a predetermined round. You may comprise so that it may be in a jackpot state.

  (J) In the above-described embodiment, the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R display a single display unit (variable display) by overlapping and displaying the corresponding layers (A, B). Although the entire display unit of the device 42 is configured to be partitioned, for example, the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42R may be provided separately from each other.

  (K) In the above embodiment, whether or not the variable display is held can be confirmed by the lighting state of the holding lamps 46L and 46R, but the variable display device 42 (the first display unit 42L and the second display unit 42L). A part of the display unit 42R) may be configured to confirm the suspension of the variable display. For example, a mark corresponding to the variable display hold may be displayed on the display units 42L and 42R by the number of the variable display hold.

  (L) In the above embodiment, the round is configured to continue only when there is a winning at the second winning opening 432 during the round. However, the winning at the second winning opening 432 during the round is performed. You may comprise so that a round may be continued even if it does not exist.

  (M) In the above embodiment, the first and second standby flags (or the first and second standby information storage areas) for detecting whether or not a winning state has occurred may be set. In that case, the winning flag is set (stored) at the time when the fact that standby display is added to the variation pattern command in the winning display standby processing (see FIG. 35), and is put to sleep at the end of the standby display (the memory is erased). Control).

  (N) The shape and size of the first opportunity corresponding port 402 and the second opportunity corresponding port 403 in the above embodiment are not particularly limited. For example, in the above-described embodiment, the first and second opportunity corresponding ports 402 and 403 are configured to be able to enter game balls, respectively, but the first and second opportunity corresponding ports 402 and 403 are configured to be game balls. You may make it the structure which accept | permits passage.

  Further, the first opportunity corresponding port 402 and the second opportunity corresponding port 403 may be the same size or different sizes. The size here includes at least the meaning that the entrance for receiving the game ball is wide, and means that the larger one is easier to enter.

  In particular, the opportunity corresponding port (second opportunity corresponding port 403) corresponding to the display unit (the second display unit 42R in the above example) having the higher probability of displaying the winning symbol is the other opportunity corresponding port (first It may be larger than the one opportunity corresponding port 402). In this case, for example, while the standby display is being performed on the first display unit 42L, it is possible to relatively easily enter the game ball into the second opportunity corresponding port 403. Therefore, during the standby display of the first display unit 42L, the variable display on the second variable display device 42R cannot be started, that is, the opening period of the first winning opening 411 and the opening period of the second winning opening 432 overlap. Opportunities that lead to a decrease in interest, such as not being able to obtain even the opportunity to make them, can be reduced.

  (O) The shape, number, etc. of the winning openings 221 and 222 in the above embodiment are not particularly limited. However, the possibility of entering the special winning device 401 by passing through the winning opening 221 or 222 is remarkably higher than the possibility of entering the special winning device 401 from the opened first winning opening 411. It is desirable to make it low. Alternatively, the winning openings 221 and 222 may be omitted, and the game balls may not be inserted into the special winning device 401 unless the first winning opening 411 is opened. In addition, a third electric combination for switching the winning openings 221 and 222 between the open state and the closed state is provided, and the winning openings 221 and 222 are always closed, and only the second winning opening 432 is provided. The winning openings 221 and 222 may be configured to be in an open state only when is opened.

  (P) In the above embodiment, the second electric winning combination 431 is configured to remain in the second winning opening 432 even when it is not in operation (closed state). When the second electric accessory 431 is in the closed state, the distance between the pair of movable wings 435 may be narrower than the diameter of the game ball, and it may be configured such that no entry into the second winning opening 432 can be expected.

  (Q) In the above embodiment, a winning lamp for notifying that the first winning opening 411 or the second winning opening is open may be provided. In addition, the arrangement position of the winning lamp is not particularly limited. For example, a winning lamp corresponding to the first winning opening 411 is disposed in the vicinity of the first winning opening 411 and a winning corresponding to the second winning opening 432 is arranged. You may comprise so that a lamp | ramp may be arrange | positioned in the 2nd electric accessory 431 vicinity.

  (R) In the above embodiment, when the winning symbol is displayed on the other display unit (42R, 42L) while the standby display is performed on the other display unit (42L, 42R), At that time, the standby display on the one display section (42L, 42R) is finished, and the two winning openings 411, 432 are opened almost simultaneously, but even in that case, the one display section ( 42L, 42R) may be configured to always be performed for the initially set standby time without ending the standby display.

It is a front view which shows the pachinko machine in one embodiment. It is a perspective view which shows the pachinko machine of the state which open | released the inner frame and the front frame set. It is a front view which shows the inner frame etc. in the state which open | released the front frame set. It is a front view which shows the structure of a game board. It is a rear view which shows the structure of a front frame set. It is a rear view which shows the structure of a pachinko machine. It is a schematic diagram which shows arrangement | positioning of the 1st control board unit in the back surface of a pachinko machine, a 2nd control board unit, and a back pack unit. It is a rear view which shows the structure of an inner frame and a game board. It is a perspective view which shows the back surface structure of an inner frame. It is a perspective view which shows the structure of a support metal fitting. It is a front view which shows the structure of a 1st control board unit. It is a perspective view which shows the structure of a 1st control board unit. It is a disassembled perspective view of a 1st control board unit. It is a disassembled perspective view which shows the back surface structure of a 1st control board unit. It is a front view which shows the structure of a 2nd control board unit. It is a perspective view which shows the structure of a 2nd control board unit. It is a disassembled perspective view of a 2nd control board unit. It is a front view which shows the structure of a back pack unit. It is a disassembled perspective view of a back pack unit. It is a disassembled perspective view of a tank rail. It is a block diagram which shows the main electrical structures of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing which shows the outline | summary of the various counters used for game control. It is a flowchart which shows the main process by the main controller. It is a flowchart which shows a normal process. It is a flowchart which shows the update process of an off symbol counter. It is a flowchart which shows a symbol variation process. It is a flowchart which shows a general fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a start winning process. It is a flowchart which shows a NMI interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows the main process of the payout control apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows payout control processing. It is a flowchart which shows prize ball control. It is a flowchart which shows ball rental control. It is a flowchart which shows a winning display process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st prize opening opening / closing process. It is a flowchart which shows a 2nd prize opening opening / closing process. It is a schematic diagram explaining the display mode in a variable display apparatus. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the open period when a 1st winning opening is open | released, and the open period when a 2nd winning opening is opened.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 ... Pachinko machine as game machine, 18 ... Handle as operation means, 30 ... Game board, 42 ... Variable display device, 42L ... First display section as first variable display means, 42R ... As second variable display means , Second display unit 45, a display control device as a first and second display control device, 222, a specific area switch, 223, a count switch, 224, a second trigger switch as a second entry detection means, 225,. First trigger switch as first entry detection means, 261... Main controller as first and second gaming state determination control means, 401. Special winning equipment as special equipment, 402 ... as first entrance entrance 1st opportunity corresponding port, 403 ... 2nd opportunity corresponding port as 2nd entrance, 411 ... 1st winning opening as special entrance, 412 ... 1st electric accessory as 1st variable entrance device, 431 ... No. Second electric combination of a variable ball entrance device, 432 ... second ball entrance port as the specific area, 433 ... particular winning hole.

Claims (1)

Provided with a special device that is provided on the game board and is always configured to make it difficult or impossible to enter the game ball,
The special device is
A special entrance that guides the game ball into the special device, and a first state that makes it difficult or impossible to enter the game ball into the special entrance, and the first state more than the first state A first variable pitching device capable of switching a state between a second state in which entry into the special pitching port is easy;
A specific area in which a special gaming state advantageous to the player can be generated when a game ball that has entered the special device passes;
The state is between a first state in which it is difficult or impossible to pass the game ball to the specific region and a second state in which the game ball can easily pass through the specific region than the first state. A gaming machine comprising a switchable second variable pitching device,
A first entrance provided in the game board;
First entrance detection means for detecting entrance into the first entrance;
First variable display means provided on the game board and capable of variably displaying the identification information;
A second entrance provided in the game board;
Second entrance detection means for detecting entrance into the second entrance,
Second variable display means provided on the game board and capable of variably displaying the identification information;
The first lottery is performed based on the input of the detection signal from the first entrance detection means, and the first determination regarding the first variable entrance device is made based on the result of the first lottery. Gaming state determination control means;
First display control means for causing the identification information to be variably displayed in at least the first variable display means, and then to stop display in a predetermined manner in order to teach the result of the first lottery;
A second lottery is performed based on an input of a detection signal from the second entrance detection means, and a second determination is made regarding the second variable entrance device based on the result of the second lottery. Gaming state determination control means;
In order to teach the result of the second lottery, at least the second variable display means, the identification information is variably displayed, second display control means to stop display in a predetermined manner, and
When the first determination by the first gaming state determination control means satisfies the first specific condition, the first variable display means stops the identification information in a specific manner, and the first variable pitching device is predetermined. Switch to the second state of time,
When the second determination by the second gaming state determination control means satisfies the second specific condition, the second variable display means causes the identification information to be stopped and displayed in a specific manner, and the second variable pitching device is determined in advance. Switch to the second state of time,
When the identification information in the first variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, the first variable pitching device is configured to be in the second state after a predetermined waiting period.
When at least the identification information regarding the first variable display means is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, the state of the second variable pitching device is confirmed. A gaming machine configured to cancel the predetermined waiting period when in a state.

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