JP5525721B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine capable of causing a change in performance by applying pressure.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a sensor (piezoelectric element) that converts a pressure applied to an arbitrary object into an electrical signal and outputs the signal is known. For example, in Patent Document 1, as a security device for a window, an applied pressure is converted into a voltage by a piezoelectric element, the voltage is amplified by an amplifier circuit, and a noise component is further attenuated by a filter circuit. A vibration detection device is used to detect vibration caused by a third party intruding from.

Such a vibration detection device can detect a change in external force applied to an object as a simple change in voltage value. For example, since the vibration detection device of Patent Document 1 attenuates noises caused by noise, even if it is attached to a glass plate, malfunction does not occur due to noise, and vibration due to opening / closing, breaking, or hitting the glass plate is a threshold value. Abnormalities can be detected only in the above cases.
Japanese Patent No. 2620211

  However, in the conventional vibration detection device, since the vibration is detected based only on the magnitude of the pressure applied to an arbitrary object, even if it can be detected that vibration other than the random vibration noise has been added. It was impossible to distinguish what kind of event the vibration was caused by what kind of position.

  Therefore, if the threshold value is set based on the magnitude of relatively small vibration caused by opening / closing the window, even a small impact generated when the glass plate is tapped may be detected as abnormal. Also, if the threshold is set based on the magnitude of relatively large vibrations due to window breakage or the like, there is a possibility that small vibrations that should react originally such as opening / closing of windows by an intruder cannot be detected as abnormal.

  Therefore, even if an attempt is made to apply the above-described technology to a gaming machine that should prevent fraud, the vibration applied to the gaming machine is an act by an unauthorized third party, or an act of inducing a performance by a legitimate player It is impossible to determine whether the player is an unauthorized person, leading to problems such as missing an unauthorized person or treating a legitimate player as an unauthorized person.

  On the other hand, gaming machines represented by pachinko machines and slot machines have various effects in order to improve game performance, and some of these effects are applied by the player to the gaming machine (for example, , So-called chance button tapping, etc.). Although it is possible to detect such an external force by the player using the above-described vibration detection device, it is difficult to distinguish a legitimate performance attraction by a player from an illegal act (so-called “dodge”, etc.). In addition, even if other types of player's external force such as a player's press against the gaming machine is detected, it cannot be distinguished from fraudulent acts such as “doggy”. Therefore, it is necessary for the gaming machine to appropriately detect such an inducement act and distinguish it from an illegal act and reflect it in the effect.

  In view of such a problem, the present invention determines a game machine that can perform an appropriate process according to the action by determining what kind of action the external force causes when an external force is applied to the gaming machine. It is what we propose.

In order to solve the above-described problems, a gaming machine according to the present invention includes a special symbol determining unit that determines a special symbol indicating the type of gaming profit to be given, and a special symbol determining unit according to establishment of a predetermined start condition. Special symbol variation display control means for stopping and displaying the determined special symbol after a predetermined time variation, and at least a decorative symbol is displayed on the symbol display means during the special symbol variation, and the special symbol variation is not performed for a predetermined time. And an effect control means for displaying a standby effect image on the symbol display means, and a detection means provided at a predetermined location of the gaming machine for converting a change in pressure applied to the gaming machine into an analog voltage signal and outputting the analog voltage signal. An analog-to-digital converter that converts the analog voltage signal output from the detection means into a digital voltage signal and outputs the analog voltage signal, and the passband is the analog-to-digital converter. A digital voltage signal converted by the analog-to-digital converter is set to a first frequency band that separates a part of the band of the digital voltage signal converted by the converter, and is filtered by the first digital filter. , from the digital voltage signal, a first filter means for extracting a digital voltage signal of the first frequency band component indicating that external force against the game machine is added slowly, extracted from the first filter means When the maximum value of the digital voltage signal of the first frequency band component exceeds a predetermined maximum threshold value or the integrated value of the digital voltage signal of the first frequency band component exceeds a predetermined integration threshold value, a first detection signal output means for outputting a first detection signal indicative of a pressure applied to the game machine based on the digital voltage signal of first frequency band component in voltage, game Fraud countermeasure execution means for performing fraud countermeasure processing for responding to fraudulent acts against the user, and the effect control means has received the first detection signal from the first detection signal output means during the display of the standby effect image And, on the condition that the magnitude of the pressure represented by the first detection signal is equal to or less than a predetermined threshold, the effect provided in the gaming machine is set in advance from the display of the standby effect image on the symbol display means. The fraud countermeasure executing means controls to switch to the predetermined effect, and the fraud countermeasure performing means receives the first detection signal from the first detection signal output means during the display of the standby effect image, and the pressure represented by the first detection signal. The fraud countermeasure processing is performed on the condition that the size exceeds at least a predetermined threshold value.

When an external force is applied to the detection means such as a piezoelectric element, the vibration of the detection means differs depending on the type (how it is applied) of the external force, and the frequency characteristics of the analog voltage signal generated accordingly vary. For example, gradually by applying an external force, the analog voltage signal is generated with a relatively low frequency when vibration is generated in the detection means. Therefore, by converting the analog voltage signal output from the detection means by the analog-digital converter into a digital voltage signal, and extracting a predetermined frequency band component (first frequency band component) from the digital voltage signal. Thus, it can be confirmed in which frequency band the analog voltage signal output from the detecting means is biased, and the type of external force corresponding to the biased frequency band can be specified. For example, if the voltage signal output from the detecting means is biased toward a relatively low first frequency band component, a “ slowly applied external force ” is given to the gaming machine provided with the detecting means by the player. Can be determined. Here, if the pressure applied to the gaming machine by “ gradually applied external force ” is less than or equal to a predetermined threshold, it is a legitimate performance attraction act by the player, and the predetermined threshold may not be exceeded. For example, it can be determined that the act is a fraudulent act by the player (for example, an act of applying a strong pressure to the gaming machine with a driver, a wire, or the like).

  By the way, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine, when the player is not playing a game, the game progresses to a standby state (standby mode), and a symbol display screen (a display screen of a symbol display means such as a liquid crystal display) A display screen of a display device (the same applies hereinafter)), for example, a standby effect image (for example, a demonstration image) is displayed instead of displaying a game effect image. Even if the game is started in the standby mode, for example, a demonstration image is continuously displayed on the symbol display screen until a predetermined start condition is satisfied (for example, a game ball enters the start port). The game effect display is started for the first time when the start condition is satisfied, and the decorative symbols are displayed in a variable manner. Therefore, the player may feel a sense of fatigue because he / she cannot continue to watch the demonstration image until he enters the starting gate, and can not see any display effect for the game. When the player does not enter the ball, there is a problem that the player is irritated and his willingness to play decreases.

  Therefore, in the present invention, even in a standby state before a predetermined start condition is satisfied (the ball enters the start port), a legitimate press by the player against the gaming machine (that is, an applied to the gaming machine by the press) When the magnitude of the pressure is equal to or less than the predetermined threshold value), the effect control means preliminarily displays the effect provided in the gaming machine from the display of the standby effect image that has been displayed on the symbol display means until then. Switch to the preset effect. As a result, even in the standby state, triggered by the detection of the press, an effect related to a game that would not have been conventionally performed unless the ball was entered into the starting port is started. With such a configuration, by providing an effect different from the standby effect image (demonstration image) according to the detection of the press, even during a period until a predetermined start condition is established (entering the start port), Accenting the monotony of the game can improve the game performance, and the player's willingness to play can be maintained.

  The “effect” of the present invention includes not only the effect display on the symbol display means on which the decorative symbols are variably displayed, but also the effect execution means (symbol display means, display means, audio output means, vibration output means, etc.) possessed by the gaming machine. Including any effects that can be executed by the generating means). For example, the “production” is an effect display on other display means provided in the gaming machine, an effect produced by other output means provided in the gaming machine (for example, blinking of a lamp or the like, audio production from the audio output means, etc.) This includes effects by physical driving of an object on the game board of the gaming machine (for example, operation of an accessory, opening of a prize opening, etc.).

  On the other hand, when detecting an unauthorized press by the player (that is, when the magnitude of the pressure applied to the gaming machine by the press exceeds the predetermined threshold) during the standby state, Perform fraud handling processing such as reporting fraud. Thereby, the unauthorized press by the player can be appropriately detected as an unauthorized act, and the unauthorized response process can be appropriately performed according to the detection.

  The effect control means is provided with the condition that the first detection signal is received from the first detection signal output means while the standby effect image is displayed, and that the pressure represented by the first detection signal is equal to or less than a predetermined threshold value. As such, the effect image displayed on the symbol display means may be controlled to be switched from the standby effect image to another effect image set in advance.

  With this configuration, the effect control means displays on the symbol display means in response to detection of a legitimate press by the player even in a standby state before a predetermined start condition is satisfied (entering the start opening). The produced effect image is switched from a standby effect image (for example, a demonstration image) displayed during non-game to another effect image set in advance. Here, the other effect images are, for example, other standby effect images (for example, demonstration images) different from the previous standby effect image, images representing game histories such as past jackpot times and game times, and appearance rates in normal games The image may be an arbitrary image such as a premium image with a low image quality. In any case, the content of the image after the switching is not particularly limited as long as the effect control means switches from the displayed standby effect image to another effect image upon reception of the first detection signal. . As described above, even before the predetermined start condition is established (the ball enters the start port), the detection of the press triggers the player to switch from the standby effect image to another effect image, thereby allowing the player to play the game. Gives you a sense of what you are doing and improves your game motivation.

A pass band is set to a second frequency band for separating a part of the band of the digital voltage signal converted by the analog-digital converter, and the digital voltage signal converted by the analog-digital converter is set to the second frequency band. by filtering in the digital filter from the digital voltage signal, a second filter means for extracting a second frequency band component indicating that momentary tapping against the game machine is added, the second filter A second detection signal output means for outputting a second detection signal when the digital voltage signal of the second frequency band component extracted from the means satisfies a predetermined second condition; The fraud countermeasure processing may be performed according to the second detection signal output from the second detection signal output means.

As described above, when an external force is applied to the detection means such as a piezoelectric element, the vibration of the detection means varies depending on the type (how to apply) of the external force, and the frequency characteristics of the analog voltage signal generated accordingly vary. Become. For example, when an external force is momentarily applied, such as “tapping”, which is different from “ gradually applied external force ”, an analog voltage signal having a relatively high frequency is generated. By using the second filter means of the present invention, it can be confirmed that the external force applied to the gaming machine is biased to the second frequency band higher than the first frequency band, It can be determined that there is. Therefore, by detecting “tapping”, which is an unauthorized external force applied to the gaming machine, it is possible to appropriately detect an illegal act and appropriately perform an illegal response process. As described above, in the present invention, since different events such as “ gradually applied external force ” and “striking” can be detected by one detection means, cost and load can be reduced. It is possible to minimize the arrangement restriction of other members by installation.

As described above, in the present invention, the external force is converted into an analog voltage signal by the detection means, the analog voltage signal of the detection means is converted into a digital voltage signal by the analog-digital converter, and the digital voltage signal is converted into the digital voltage signal. Since it was extracted as a signal for each frequency band component, it must be understood how much external force corresponding to each frequency band (for example, " gradually applied external force " or "striking (impact)") is applied. Can do. In addition, by properly grasping the type of the external force, it is possible to perform appropriate processing (control processing of the effect execution means and fraud countermeasure processing) according to the action. In addition, because it is possible to detect a directing action by a player without installing a physical switch (for example, a chance button) with a push-down mechanism, the manufacturing cost and manufacturing load can be reduced, and the operation of the gaming machine due to a malfunction of the physical switch. Stops can be avoided.

  The best mode for carrying out the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. For convenience, unless otherwise noted, parts having substantially the same operational effects are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted. The dimensions, materials, and other specific numerical values shown in the embodiments are merely examples for facilitating understanding of the invention, and do not limit the present invention unless otherwise specified.

  Some gaming machines, for example, pachinko machines, are provided with a physical switch called a “chance button” at a position where a player can easily press the button. When such a chance button is pressed, the effect display is switched or an event occurs, so that the player can actively participate in games that tend to be monotonous. However, in a conventional gaming machine that employs such a physical switch, the position of the switch is fixed, and therefore, there is some inconvenience depending on the position.

  In the embodiment of the present invention, in view of such a problem, when an external force is applied to the gaming machine, it is possible to determine what kind of action the external force is caused by and to perform an appropriate process according to the action. A game machine is proposed. Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. Here, in order to facilitate understanding, first, a vibration detection device that discriminates an external force and a gaming machine in which the vibration detection device is installed will be described, and an effect display by the vibration detection device will be described in detail later.

(First embodiment: Pachinko machine 100)
1 to 3 show a configuration of a pachinko machine 100 as an example of a gaming machine. 1 is a front view of the pachinko machine 100, FIG. 2 is a perspective view when the frame member 110 of the pachinko machine 100 is opened, and FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the back of the pachinko machine 100.

  A frame member (glass frame) 110 having a shape protruding from the game board 101 toward the player is disposed on the outer peripheral portion of the game board 101 of the pachinko machine 100 so as to surround the game area 103. The frame member 110 supports the glass plate 126 in the center so as to be positioned in front of the game area 103, and an effect light (lamp unit) 111 having a plurality of lights 112 is installed on the upper side and the lower side. Here, the light irradiation direction of each light 112 can be changed in the vertical direction by driving a motor (not shown) in the effect light 111, and each light 112 irradiates a player in front of the pachinko machine 100. And the irradiation position moves along the abdomen from the player's overhead. Each light 112 can also rotate the light irradiation direction by another motor in the effect light 111, and the irradiation position may irradiate the periphery of the pachinko machine 100 in a circle based on the pachinko machine 100. Is possible.

  Below the frame member 110, an operation handle 113 for controlling the driving of the launching unit 239, which will be described later, is arranged, and a game ball launched by the driving of the launching unit 239 rises between the rails 102a and 102b. After reaching the upper position of the board 101, the game area 103 is dropped. In the game area 103, in addition to a plurality of nails (not shown) for dropping the game ball in an unspecified direction, a windmill, a entrance, and an accessory that change the fall direction of the game ball are arranged.

  For example, a liquid crystal display (LCD) 104 as a symbol display means is arranged at the center of the game area 103. A first start port 105 that can receive a game ball is disposed below the liquid crystal display 104, and a second start port 120 having a pair of movable pieces is disposed below the first start port 105. The second start port 120 cannot receive game balls when the pair of movable pieces are closed, and can receive more game balls than the first start port 105 when the pair of movable pieces are open.

  On the left side of the liquid crystal display 104, there is arranged a winning gate 106 for detecting the passing of a game ball and performing a normal symbol lottery that opens the second starting port 120 for a predetermined time. The normal symbol lottery result is notified through the normal symbol display 121. In a position below the winning gate 106, etc., a normal winning opening 107 is provided for acquiring a predetermined number (for example, ten) of winning balls when a game ball enters. At the bottom of the game area 103, a collection port 108 for collecting game balls that have not entered any of the entrances is disposed.

  The special symbol display 118 is for notifying a lottery result of a jackpot that is performed when a game ball enters the first start port 105 or the second start port 120. That is, a plurality of special symbols corresponding to the jackpot lottery result are provided, and the special symbol corresponding to the jackpot lottery result is displayed on the special symbol display 118 so that the player is notified of the lottery result. ing. For example, “7” is displayed when the jackpot is won, and “−” is displayed when the player wins. “7” and “−” displayed in this way are special symbols, but these special symbols are not displayed immediately, but are displayed in a stopped state after being displayed for a predetermined time. .

  The liquid crystal display 104 starts a variation display of a plurality of decorative symbols when a game ball enters the first start port 105 or the second start port 120, and stops the variation of the decorative symbols after a predetermined time has elapsed. The liquid crystal display 104 aligns a specific symbol (for example, “777”) in conjunction with the special symbol indicator 118 when winning the jackpot. When a big hit game (for example, a long hit game) is started, the opening and closing door 109a in the big prize opening unit 109 located below the game area 103 is repeatedly opened for a predetermined time (for example, 15 times) to enter the ball. Prize balls corresponding to the played game balls are paid out.

  Below the frame member 110, in addition to the operation handle 113 described above, a tray unit 119 to which game balls lent out from a lending device (not shown) is supplied is installed. The operation handle 113 protrudes from the game board 101 to the player side so that the player can hold the operation handle 113 by hand.

  FIG. 4 is an external perspective view for explaining the operation handle according to the present embodiment. As shown in FIG. 4, the operation handle 113 is interposed between a base end side fixing portion 142 attached to the frame member 110, a distal end side cap portion 144, and the fixing portion 142 and the cap portion 144. And a firing instruction member 114 (operation lever).

  The firing instruction member 114 is provided on the outer periphery of the operation handle 113 so as to be rotated clockwise as viewed from the player. A main shaft that protrudes toward the base end is attached to the center of the firing instruction member 114, and the main shaft is inserted into a shaft hole provided in the fixing portion 142, and a pulley (not shown) is attached to the end thereof. It is worn. The pulley is engaged with a wire connected to the launching portion 239 (see FIG. 2), and the main shaft is turned by turning the firing instructing member 114 in one direction. 239 is activated. Therefore, the launcher 239 can launch a game ball with a hitting force according to the rotation angle of the launch instruction member 114. In other words, the player can adjust the hitting force of the game ball fired from the launcher 239 by adjusting the rotation angle of the firing instruction member 114.

  Moreover, the firing instruction member 114 also functions as a touch sensor 140 (see FIG. 5) that detects whether or not the player is in contact with the outer surface of the firing instruction member 114 (falls to ground).

  The vibration detection device 150 that detects “pressing” or “striking” by the player, which is characteristic in the present embodiment, is fixed inside the operation handle 113 in a state of being enclosed in a case, for example. By arranging at such a position, the vibration detection device 150 can directly and reliably detect a press (an action of grasping, an action of distorting, etc.) on the operation handle 113 of the player as shown in FIG. Become. Here, although the operation handle 113 is mentioned as an object to be pressed by the player, the pressing may be detected through a joystick or other dedicated gripping device or pressing device. The detailed configuration of the vibration detection device 150 will be described later.

  On the upper side and the side of the liquid crystal display 104, effects for the effect (hereinafter referred to as “effects”) 115 and 116 are arranged. The director 115 is driven by a solenoid, for example, and the director 116 is driven by a motor. By driving the similar directors 115 and 116 with different types of driving sources, the directors 115 and 116 can each have their own movements, and the stage effect is enhanced.

  As shown in FIG. 2, one end side (the left end side when viewed from the front) of the frame member 110 is connected to the outer frame 123 so as to be rotatable by a connecting member 122, and can be opened and closed with respect to the outer frame 123. On the other end side, a lock mechanism 124 for fixing the frame member 110 and the outer frame 123 is provided. The fixing by the lock mechanism 124 can be released by a dedicated key. On the back side of the frame member 110, a glass plate fixing hook 125 is provided, and the glass plate 126 is detachable. An iron plate 127 formed in a plate shape is provided on the back side upper part of the frame member 110 so as to reinforce the strength of the frame member 110.

  A game board holding frame 128 is provided in contact with the inner peripheral surface of the outer frame 123 of the pachinko machine 100. The game board holding frame 128 has a game board fixing hook 128a for holding the game board 101 and a game board holding. A claw 128b is provided. In a state where the frame member 110 is closed, the outer frame 123 and the frame member 110 surround and abut the game board 101, so that a driver, a wire, etc. are illegally inserted between the outer frame 123 and the frame member 110. Is prevented. The outer frame 123 is made of a metal material such as aluminum, and the game board holding frame 128 is made of wood or the like. The materials of the outer frame 123 and the game board holding frame 128 are not limited to the above, and metals, wood, plastics, and the like can be used singly or in combination.

  The outer frame 123 incorporates a speaker 237 that outputs a production effect sound or a sound that informs fraud. The speaker 237 has a function capable of outputting high, medium, and low sound areas, and outputs a high sound, medium sound, and low sound in a balanced manner during normal production, but in the case of special production or when there is fraud, etc. It is controlled to output a high sound region high so that it can be heard well around. Further, a board for connecting external terminals, a payout control board, and a power supply board are attached to the outer frame 123, and these are respectively connected to the outer ends as shown in FIG. 3 in order to prevent unauthorized operation from the outside. Covered by a case (not shown), a payout control board case 131, and a power board cover 132.

  A board unit 200 for controlling the pachinko machine 100 is provided on the back surface of the game board 101 (not shown). The substrate unit 200 is covered with a substrate case (not shown), thereby preventing unauthorized operation from the outside. In addition, the substrate case is covered with a protective case 135 to enhance security.

  FIG. 6 is a functional block diagram showing a functional configuration of the pachinko machine 100. The board unit 200 described above includes a main control board 201, a sub control board 202, a prize ball control board 203, and a lamp control board 206.

  The main control board 201 controls basic operations related to the game of the pachinko machine 100, and based on a program stored in the ROM 201b, executes a basic process associated with the progress of the game contents, and a data work during the arithmetic processing of the CPU 201a. A RAM 201c functioning as an area is provided. The main control board 201 performs a jackpot lottery when the game ball enters the first start port 105 or the second start port 120, and relates to the effects stored in the ROM 201b based on the lottery result. Select a command.

  On the input side of the main control board 201, a first start port detecting unit 221 that detects that a game ball has entered the first start port 105 and a game ball that has entered the second start port 120 are detected. A second start opening detection unit 225, a gate detection unit 222 that detects that a game ball has passed through the winning gate 106, a normal winning port detection unit 223 that detects a game ball that has entered the normal winning port 107, A big prize opening detection unit 224 that detects a game ball that has entered the big prize opening unit 109 is connected.

  In the present embodiment, the vibration detection device 150 is connected to the input side of the main control board 201. The main control board 201 mainly functions as fraud countermeasure execution means for performing the fraud countermeasure processing in accordance with the second detection signal from the vibration detection device 150. The main control board 201 can also function as an effect control unit that controls an effect execution unit such as the liquid crystal display 104 in accordance with the first detection signal from the vibration detection device 150.

  A prize winning opening / closing part 231 is connected to the output side of the main control board 201. Here, the special prize opening / closing part 231 is constituted by a special prize opening / closing solenoid (driving device) for opening / closing the opening / closing door 109a and a second starting opening / closing solenoid for opening / closing the second starting opening 120.

  The big prize opening / closing part 231 is controlled by the main control board 201, and energizes the big prize opening / closing solenoid to open the opening / closing door 109a in the big hit game (long win game, short win game), and the above-mentioned normal symbol is won. By energizing the second start port opening / closing solenoid, the second start port 120 is opened and closed.

  In addition to the main control board 201, the vibration detection device 150 is connected to the input side of the sub control board 202. The sub control board 202 mainly controls the effects during the game, and executes a lottery and effects processing of effects based on commands transmitted from the main control board 201, and a ROM 202b that stores programs and effect patterns. The CPU 202a includes a RAM 202c that functions as a data work area during arithmetic processing.

  The sub-control board 202 mainly functions as an effect control unit that controls an effect execution unit such as the liquid crystal display 104 in accordance with the first detection signal from the vibration detection device 150. Further, the sub-control board 202 can also function as a fraud countermeasure executing means in response to the second detection signal from the vibration detection device 150. As described above, in the example of the present embodiment, the main control board 201 functions as the fraud countermeasure executing means, and the sub control board 202 functions as the effect control means. However, the present invention is not limited to such an example. For example, the main control board 201 may function as an effect control unit, and the sub control board 202 may function as an illegal countermeasure execution unit. In addition, an example in which a control board is provided in addition to the main control board 201 and the sub control board 202, and at least one of these control boards functions as an effect control means or an illegal countermeasure execution means is also included in the present invention. Included in the technical scope.

  When the sub control board 202 receives a command related to the effect transmitted from the main control board 201, the sub control board 202 performs a lottery based on the command, determines the effect such as the effect background pattern, the reach effect pattern, the appearance character, and the like. The finalized production is controlled. Production execution means such as the liquid crystal display 104 and the speaker 237 are connected to the output side of the sub-control board 202, and the production execution means are controlled according to the contents determined by the lottery. Expand the design effect display. The sub control board 202 is also provided with a VRAM 202 d for writing image data to be displayed on the liquid crystal display 104.

  At normal times, the CPU 202a reads a program stored in the ROM 202b, executes various image processing such as background image display processing, symbol image display and variation processing, and character image display processing, and reads necessary image data from the ROM 202b to the VRAM 202d. Write. The background image, the design image, and the character image are superimposed on the liquid crystal display 104 on the display screen. That is, the design image and the character image are displayed so as to be seen in front of the background image. At this time, if the background image and the design image overlap at the same position, the design image is preferentially stored in the VRAM 202d by referring to the Z value of the Z buffer of each image data by a known hidden surface removal method such as the Z buffer method. Let

  A speaker 237 is connected to the output side of the sub control board 202 and outputs sound as determined in the sub control board 202. A lamp control board 206 that controls the lamp 236, the effect light 111, and the effect agent actuating device 235 is also connected to the output side of the sub control board 202. The stage effect actuating device 235 is configured by a motor, a solenoid, or the like that operates stage effects such as the stage plays 115 and 116. The lamp control board 206 operates a program based on a command transmitted from the sub control board 202 to execute an effect process, a ROM 206b that stores various effect pattern data, and a data work at the time of arithmetic processing of the CPU 206a. A RAM 206c functioning as an area is provided.

  The lamp control board 206 performs lighting control for various lamps 236 provided on the game board 101, the base frame, and the like, and performs lighting control for a plurality of lights 112 in the effect light 111, and the like. In order to change the irradiation direction, the drive control for the motor is performed. The lamp control board 206 also performs drive control for a solenoid that operates the effect actor 115 based on a command transmitted from the sub control board 202, and performs drive control for a motor that operates the effect actor 116.

  The main control board 201 is further connected with a prize ball control board 203 so as to be capable of bidirectional transmission. The prize ball control board 203 includes a CPU 203a that executes a prize ball control process by operating a program stored in the ROM 203b, a RAM 203c that functions as a data work area when the CPU 203a performs arithmetic processing, and the like and is stored in the ROM 203b. Based on the program, the prize ball is controlled.

  The prize ball control board 203 performs control for paying out the number of prize balls at the time of entry to the connected payout unit 238. In addition, an operation of launching a game ball with respect to the launch unit 239 is detected, and the launch of the game ball is controlled. The payout unit 238 includes a motor or the like for paying out a predetermined number from the game ball storage unit.

  The prize ball control board 203 is attached to the game balls that have entered the respective entrances (the first start opening 105, the second start opening 120, the normal winning opening 107, and the big winning opening unit 109) with respect to the payout unit 238. Control to pay out the corresponding number of prize balls. The launcher 239 includes a touch sensor 140 that detects a game operation by a player, a solenoid (not shown) that launches a game ball, and the like, and launches a game ball for gaming. When the game operation is detected by the sensor of the launching unit 239, the prize ball control board 203 drives a solenoid or the like in response to the detected game operation to intermittently fire the game ball, and enters the game area 103 of the game board 101. Send out a game ball.

(Vibration detector 150)
Here, the characteristic configuration and operation of the vibration detection device 150 in the pachinko machine 100 according to the present embodiment will be described, and how the vibration detection device 150 functions in the pachinko machine 100 will be described.

  FIG. 7 shows a configuration of a vibration sensor 170 as detection means in the vibration detection device 150. The piezoelectric element 160 used in the vibration detection device 150 is a unimorph piezoelectric element, and has a structure in which electrodes 160b and 160c are formed on both surfaces of a piezoelectric ceramic 160a such as barium titanate, lead titanate, or lead zirconate titanate. In this embodiment, the piezoelectric ceramic 160a has a disk shape with a diameter of about 9 mm and a thickness of about 0.1 mm, and the electrodes 160b and 160c are formed in a circle with a diameter of about 8 mm. The piezoelectric element 160 has one surface (electrode 160c side) bonded to a metal plate 162 such as brass or stainless steel, and the piezoelectric element 160 and the metal plate 162 constitute a vibration sensor 170 that detects vibration. In the present embodiment, the metal plate 162 is formed in a circular shape having a diameter of about 12 mm and has a thickness of about 0.1 mm.

  The function of the vibration sensor 170 will be described with reference to FIG. In the vibration sensor 170, when the metal plate 162 is bent in the direction shown in FIG. 8A and the piezoelectric element 160 is extended in the radial direction, the metal plate 162 is bent in the direction shown in FIG. Since the application direction of the generated voltage is reversed between when the metal plate is contracted in the radial direction, the bending of the metal plate 162 is caused by the vibration sensor 170 receiving the vibration of the external force and the state shown in FIG. ) Are alternately repeated to generate an alternating voltage having a frequency corresponding to the vibration. Therefore, it is possible to determine how the vibration sensor 170 is vibrating by measuring the voltage generated by the vibration sensor 170. Since the vibration sensor 170 uses the amount of change in bending as a voltage signal, the output converges to 0 regardless of the distortion at that time when the change disappears.

  FIG. 9 shows a functional block of the vibration detection device 150, and FIG. 10 shows an assembly diagram of the vibration detection device 150. As shown in FIG. 10, the vibration sensor 170 has a metal plate 162 side bonded to a circuit board 164 such as a glass epoxy board. As shown in FIG. 9, the circuit board 164 has a filter circuit 172 for cutting noise components from the voltage signal generated in the vibration sensor 170, an amplifier circuit 174 for amplifying the voltage signal that has passed through the filter circuit 172, A measurement unit 180 that measures the voltage of the voltage signal amplified by the amplifier circuit 174 and an output connector 178 that outputs a measurement result from the measurement unit 180 are provided.

  As described above, by integrally providing the vibration sensor 170, the filter circuit 172, the amplifier circuit 174, and the measuring unit 180 on the same circuit board 164, the vibration detection device 150 can be formed in a compact manner. Note that lead wires (not shown) are respectively attached to the electrode 160 b on the surface side of the vibration sensor 170 and the metal plate 162, and these lead wires are connected to be input to the filter circuit 172. For the adhesion of the vibration sensor 170, it is possible to suppress the vibration from being absorbed by the elasticity of the adhesive by using a material having a high hardness after adhesion such as an epoxy adhesive.

  The filter circuit 172 is configured by, for example, a capacitor and a resistor, and cuts frequency components (noise) that are not necessary for measurement, and filters only frequency components necessary for measurement. In the present embodiment, a combination of a high-pass filter and a low-pass filter or a band-pass filter is used, and thereby components not required for measurement can be cut from the voltage signal generated by the vibration sensor 170.

  The amplifier circuit 174 is configured using, for example, an operational amplifier and a resistor. The voltage amplification factor of the amplification circuit 174 can be changed as appropriate. When the voltage generated in the vibration sensor 170 is high depending on the attachment target and attachment position of the vibration sensor 170, the voltage amplification factor is not so large, for example, 3 When the voltage generated by the vibration sensor 170 is low, the voltage amplification factor can be increased to, for example, about 20 times.

  The measurement unit 180 converts an input analog voltage signal into a digital voltage signal, and converts a voltage signal in a frequency band to be measured from the voltage signal converted by the A / D converter 182. It comprises a digital filter as a plurality of filter means 184 for filtering, and a plurality of detection signal output means 186 for comparing the maximum value of the voltage signal filtered through the digital filter with a predetermined threshold value and outputting a comparison result. The detection signal output means 186 extracts a plurality of types of frequency band components from the input voltage signal, and determines whether or not the voltage signals of the extracted frequency band components exceed a predetermined threshold value. The measurement unit 180 is, for example, a ROM that stores programs that implement the functions of the plurality of filter units 184 and the detection signal output unit 186, a CPU that executes arithmetic processing based on the programs stored in the ROM, and the arithmetic processing of the CPU It is composed of a RAM functioning as a data work area and a one-chip microcomputer having an A / D conversion function.

  For example, when measurement is performed for two types of frequency bands among a plurality of assumed frequency bands, the first filter means of the present invention is applied to the voltage signal input to the measurement unit 180 and subjected to A / D conversion. The first frequency band component voltage signal filtered by the first digital filter 184a is monitored by the first detection signal output means 186a, which is one of the detection signal output means 186, and the pass frequency band is higher than that of the first digital filter 184a. The voltage signal of the second frequency band component filtered by the second digital filter 184b as the second filter means of the present invention is monitored by the second detection signal output means 186b which is another detection signal output means 186. The processing performed by the above-described one-chip microcomputer or the like corresponds to the first digital filter 184a, the second digital filter 184b, the first detection signal output unit 186a, and the second detection signal output unit 186b of this embodiment. To do.

  When the voltage signal output from the first digital filter 184a satisfies the predetermined first condition, that is, when the maximum value of the voltage signal exceeds a predetermined threshold, the first detection signal output means 186a A first detection signal indicating that a press (continuous distortion) is applied to an arbitrary part of the pachinko machine 100 to affect the display is output. Further, the second detection signal output means 186b, when the voltage signal output from the second digital filter 184b satisfies a predetermined second condition, that is, when the maximum value of the voltage signal exceeds a predetermined threshold value, the pachinko machine 100. A second detection signal indicating that a beating (impact) has been applied to any part of is output. Thus, when the maximum value of the frequency band component of the voltage signal exceeds the predetermined threshold even once, it can be determined as “pressing” or “striking”.

  As described above, when an external force is applied to the vibration sensor 170 using a piezoelectric element or the like, the vibration of the vibration sensor 170 varies depending on the type of external force (how it is applied), and the frequency characteristics of the voltage signal generated accordingly vary. It becomes. For example, a voltage signal having a relatively low frequency is generated when an external force is gradually applied as in the above-described “press”, and a relatively low voltage is applied when an external force is instantaneously applied as in “tapping”. A voltage signal with a high frequency is generated.

  Therefore, by extracting each of a plurality of frequency band components of the voltage signal output from the vibration sensor 170, it is possible to check which frequency band the voltage signal is biased to, and to select the type of external force corresponding to the biased frequency band. It becomes possible to specify. For example, if it is biased toward a low first frequency band component, it can be determined that “press” has been applied, and if it is biased toward a high second frequency band component, it can be determined that “tapping” has been applied. As described above, in this embodiment, among various external forces applied to any part of the pachinko machine 100, different events such as “pressing” and “striking” can be detected by one detection means. Cost and load can be reduced, and the arrangement of other members due to the installation of the vibration sensor 170 can be minimized.

  Here, the predetermined first condition and the second condition used in the first detection signal output means 186a and the second detection signal output means 186b are that the maximum value of the voltage signal of each frequency band component exceeds a predetermined threshold value. However, the integrated value of the voltage signal of each frequency band component may exceed a predetermined threshold. Such an integrated value indicates the total amount of voltage signals such as an integral value, a square integral value, a square mean, etc. during a predetermined time of each frequency band component. As for the predetermined first condition, the duration of the voltage signal of the first frequency band component may exceed a predetermined threshold. That is, the predetermined first condition may be that the time when the voltage signal of the first frequency band component exceeds a predetermined threshold continues for a predetermined time or more. Thereby, erroneous detection of “press (distortion)” can be prevented.

  In this embodiment, when the maximum value of the frequency band component of the voltage signal exceeds the predetermined threshold even once, it can be determined as “press” or “beat”, and the maximum value is used to determine the frequency band component of the voltage signal. The integrated value is used when it is appropriate to judge by the amount of vibration, and the duration is used when it is reasonable to judge from the continuity of the voltage signal in “press”. With such a configuration, it is possible to reliably grasp the action and perform appropriate processing under conditions according to the type of external force.

  Further, the first detection signal output means 186a and the second detection signal output means 186b transmit the first detection signal and the second detection signal as discrete signals, and the value is a binary number in a predetermined format or PWM (Pulse Width Modulation). Represented by Also, the levels of the first detection signal and the second detection signal can be shown in a plurality of stages. When the levels of the first detection signal and the second detection signal are indicated in a plurality of stages, the main control board 201 and the sub-control board 202 are supplied to the first detection signal and the second detection signal through a plurality of output lines provided for the plurality of stages. Or may be output superimposed on one output line. Thereby, the first or second detection signal can represent the strength of the pressure applied to the pachinko machine 100, for example, the strength of “pressing” or “tapping”.

  In the present embodiment, the first digital filter 184a, the second digital filter 184b, the first detection signal output means 186a, and the second detection signal output means 186b are integrally installed in the vibration detection device 150. The main control board 201 and the sub control board 202 are configured to use the first or second detection signal output from the vibration detection device 150. However, the present embodiment is not limited to such a case. The filter means and the detection signal output means may be installed on the main control board 201 and the sub control board 202, respectively.

  Even when a voltage signal equal to or higher than the threshold value is not observed, a predetermined signal is always output from the measurement unit 180. Therefore, when an improper operation such as disconnection of the output line from the vibration detection device 150 is performed. In this case, the disconnection or the like can be detected at the output destination of the vibration detection device 150 when no signal can be received.

  FIG. 11 and FIG. 12 show changes over time in the voltage generated in the vibration sensor 170 when an external force is applied to the vibration detection device 150, respectively. FIG. 11 shows a so-called “tapping” waveform when an external force is instantaneously applied at a high frequency, and FIG. 12 shows a so-called “pressing” waveform when an external force is applied at a low frequency so as to be gradually distorted. Is shown. Here, in the case of hitting, a voltage signal having a relatively high frequency of 10 Hz to a predetermined frequency (for example, 1 kHz), particularly a voltage signal having a frequency band of 20 Hz to 40 Hz is generated. In the case of pressing, a voltage signal having a relatively low frequency of 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz, particularly a voltage signal having a frequency band of 1 Hz to 5 Hz is generated.

  Therefore, for example, when grasping that an external force such as pressing and tapping has been applied, the frequency band filtered by the first digital filter 184a is set to 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz, and the frequency filtered by the second digital filter 184b. The band may be set to 10 Hz to a predetermined frequency. When it is desired to discriminate between pressing and tapping with higher accuracy, the frequency band filtered by the first digital filter 184a is 1 Hz to 5 Hz, and the frequency band filtered by the second digital filter 184b is 20 Hz to 40 Hz. You only have to set it.

  As described above, when the detection signal output means 186 is provided separately, the voltage signals obtained by filtering the first digital filter 184a and the second digital filter 184b are output as they are (or D / A converted) separately. Then, it is determined whether or not the threshold value is exceeded by the detection signal output means (first detection signal output means 186a, second detection signal output means 186b) provided on the main control board 201 or the sub control board 202, which is the output destination. May be. In this case, since some voltage such as noise is always output, it is not always necessary to output a constant signal for detecting disconnection or the like as described above.

  In addition, although an example in which a plurality of filter units 184 are provided in the measurement unit 180 is shown here, as another example, a voltage signal generated by the vibration sensor 170 is directly branched, and a first digital filter (low-pass) is applied to one of them. The filter) 184a is passed through the second digital filter (bandpass filter) 184b with respect to the other to obtain voltage signals of two types of frequency band components separately, and the detection signal output means (first Detection signal output means 186a and second detection signal output means 186b) may be provided to determine whether the threshold value has been exceeded.

  As shown in FIG. 10, the circuit board 164 to which the vibration sensor 170, the filter circuit 172, the amplifier circuit 174, and the measuring unit 180 are fixed is fitted into a box part 191 formed of, for example, a plastic or the like, and a box part 191. It is covered with a case 190 including a lid portion 195 to be joined.

  Through holes 164a and 164b are respectively provided in the corners on the diagonal line of the circuit board 164. The box part 191 and the lid part 195 also have through holes 191a and 191a in portions corresponding to the through holes 164a and 164b of the circuit board 164. 191b, 195a, 195b are provided. The through holes 191a and 191b on the box portion 191 side are drilled in the center of the columnar portions 192a and 192b protruding upward from the bottom surface of the box portion 191, and the through holes 195a and 195b on the lid portion 195 side are the back side of the lid portion 195. Is drilled in the center of the columnar portions 196a, 196b projecting downward from the center.

  Thus, when the circuit board 164 is covered by the case 190, the circuit board 164 is sandwiched between the columnar portions 192a and 192b of the box portion 191 and the columnar portions 196a and 196b of the lid portion 195. Moreover, since the through-holes 195a, 164a and 191a penetrate and the through-holes 195b, 164b and 191b penetrate, they can be fixed diagonally with two screws. The box portion 191 is provided with a through hole 197 at a position corresponding to the output connector 178 provided on the circuit board 164.

  By covering the vibration sensor 170 with the case 190 in this manner, the vibration sensor 170 is blocked from the outside by the case 190, so that external air does not affect the vibration sensor 170. When the case 190 is not used, potting with an epoxy resin or the like is preferably performed so as to cover the vibration sensor 170 so as not to be affected by air. In addition, you may cover the potted thing with the case 190, and the influence by air can further be reduced in this case.

  The vibration detector 150 covered with the case 190 may be attached to the object by bonding the case 190 and the object, for example, an internal mounting plate (not shown) of the operation handle 113 of the pachinko machine 100. Although it does not matter, it is preferable to screw directly to the object (internal mounting plate) through a through hole provided in the case 190 and the circuit board 164. When the circuit board 164 is sandwiched between the box part 191 and the lid part 195, the vibration and distortion of the object are conducted to the circuit board 164 through the case 190. Since vibration is directly conducted from the screw to the circuit board 164 and is not accompanied by deterioration in detection accuracy due to elasticity of an adhesive or the like, the applied external force can be accurately captured and the type of external force can be distinguished with high accuracy.

  Moreover, although the case where it measured about two types of frequency bands was shown here, it is not restricted to this, It can also measure about three or more types of frequency bands. In this case, for example, the number of filter means 184 and detection signal output means 186 is increased.

  Further, although the unimorph piezoelectric element has been described as an example of the piezoelectric element 160, the present invention is not limited to this, and a bimorph piezoelectric element can also be used. Such a bimorph piezoelectric element has a structure in which piezoelectric elements are bonded to both surfaces of a metal plate, and outputs a voltage in accordance with a change in external force due to vibration or the like, similarly to a unimorph piezoelectric element.

  Each of the unimorph piezoelectric element and the bimorph piezoelectric element is small, has a wide frequency band, and has low noise. By using such a piezoelectric element, vibrations in various frequency bands can be detected.

  Next, functions and operations when the vibration detection device 150 described above is applied to the pachinko machine 100 will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the vibration detection device 150 can simultaneously detect a player's press against the pachinko machine 100 and an illegal act such as a so-called “dodging” in which the player hits the pachinko machine 100 strongly. Here, when an external force in a low frequency band such as pressing is applied, a voltage signal having a frequency band of 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz, particularly a voltage signal of 1 Hz to 5 Hz, is characteristically generated in the vibration sensor 170. In addition, when an external force in a high frequency band such as tapping with a stick is applied, the vibration sensor 170 characteristically generates a voltage signal having a frequency band of 10 Hz to a predetermined frequency, particularly a voltage signal of 20 Hz to 40 Hz. It should be noted that the frequency of the voltage generated from the vibration sensor 170 due to the vibration of the game ball generated during the game, the vibration of the launching portion 239, the vibration of the variable winning device (opening / closing door 109a), and the vibration of the effect actors 115 and 116. Since both appear characteristically at several kHz, the influence on the first detection signal and the second detection signal can be avoided by selecting a frequency equal to or lower than the predetermined frequency, for example, 1 kHz. Hereinafter, the configuration of the vibration detection device 150 will be described in detail.

  The filter circuit 172 includes a high-pass filter that filters a voltage having a frequency of 0.1 Hz or more and a low-pass filter that filters a voltage having a frequency of 50 Hz or less. Accordingly, a frequency band (0.1 Hz to 10 Hz) for detecting distortion and the like from a voltage output from the vibration sensor 170 and a frequency band (10 Hz to a predetermined frequency (for example, 50 Hz in this embodiment) for detecting an impact and the like. Can be filtered only in the frequency band from 0.1 Hz to 50 Hz, and other noise components including a voltage generated by vibration of a game ball or the like can be cut. The amplifier circuit 174 is a circuit that amplifies the input voltage about three times. As a result, the voltage from which noise has been removed by the filter circuit 172 is amplified and input to the measuring unit 180.

  In the measurement unit 180, the input voltage in the frequency band from 0.1 Hz to 50 Hz is first A / D converted from an analog voltage to a digital voltage signal by the A / D converter 182. Next, the first detection signal (frequency band of 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz) that has passed through the digital low-pass filter that is the first digital filter 184a that filters only the voltage signal having a frequency of 10 Hz or less and the frequency of 10 Hz to 50 Hz are obtained. The second detection signal (frequency band of 10 Hz to 50 Hz) that has passed through the digital band-pass filter, which is the second digital filter 184b that filters only the voltage signal having, is the first detection signal output means 186a and the second detection signal output, respectively. Comparison processing is performed by means 186b. The first digital filter 184a is a digital band-pass filter that filters voltage signals in the frequency band of 1 Hz to 5 Hz, and the second digital filter 184b is a digital band-pass filter that filters voltage signals in the frequency band of 20 Hz to 40 Hz. If used, processing of waveform analysis can be performed with higher accuracy.

  The voltage signal filtered by the first digital filter 184a is compared by the first detection signal output means 186a to determine whether it is equal to or higher than a preset distortion threshold, and when it is higher than the distortion threshold, the effect display is affected. Accordingly, a first detection signal indicating that the player has pressed the arbitrary portion of the pachinko machine 100 is output to the sub-control board 202. Further, the voltage signal filtered by the second digital filter 184b is compared with a threshold value for impact set in advance by the second detection signal output means 186b, and when it is equal to or greater than the threshold value for impact, the pachinko machine 100 A second detection signal is output to the main control board 201 indicating that a player has instantaneously hit the arbitrary part.

  In addition, since the voltage generated by pressing or the like is smaller than the voltage generated by tapping due to fraud, etc., the threshold for distortion is set smaller, for example, the threshold for impact is 500 mV and the threshold for distortion is 100 mV. In addition, since a normal detection signal that is a constant pulse signal is output from the measurement unit 180 at the normal time, the main control board 201 may be used in the case where an improper operation such as disconnecting the output line from the vibration detection device 150 is performed. The disconnection or the like can be detected when the normal detection signal cannot be received.

  Here, an operation example of the vibration detection device 150 is shown. For example, when a player performs a pressing action such as intentionally (legitimately) holding the operation handle 113 of the pachinko machine 100 or deliberately pressing the tray unit 119 in accordance with an instruction by the control processing of the effect execution means, vibration detection is performed. The vibration is transmitted to the internal mounting plate of the operation handle 113 to which the device 150 is fixed. As a result, a voltage signal including a frequency band of 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz, which is a frequency characteristic of pressing, is generated from the vibration sensor 170 in the vibration detection device 150. The voltage signal is cut by the filter circuit 172 at a frequency other than 0.1 Hz to 50 Hz, and then amplified by the amplification circuit 174 by about three times and input to the measuring unit 180. The voltage value here is, for example, 100 mV or more at 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz, and 500 mV or less at 10 Hz to 50 Hz.

  The analog voltage signal input to the measurement unit 180 is converted into a digital voltage signal by the A / D converter 182 and is 0.1 Hz which is a frequency band of 10 Hz or less by the digital low-pass filter (first digital filter 184a). A voltage signal (first detection signal) in the frequency band of 10 Hz is extracted. Further, a voltage signal (second detection signal) of 10 Hz to 50 Hz is extracted by the digital bandpass filter (second digital filter 184b).

  The first detection signal is determined by the first detection signal output means 186a whether the voltage value is 100 mV or more. The second detection signal is determined by the second detection signal output means 186b whether the voltage value is 500 mV or more.

  Here, since vibration is generated by grasping the operation handle 113, a voltage value of 500 mV or more is not measured by the second detection signal output means 186b, but a voltage of 100 mV or more is measured by the first detection signal output means 186a. Therefore, the first detection signal by pressing is transmitted to the sub control board 202 directly or via the main control board 201.

  Further, when the player performs a “sticking” action on the pachinko machine 100, an impact is generated on the internal mounting plate of the operation handle 113 on which the vibration detection device 150 is fixed. As a result, a voltage signal including a frequency band of 10 Hz to 50 Hz, which is a frequency characteristic of hitting, is generated from the vibration sensor 170 in the vibration detection device 150, and the measurement unit passes through the filter circuit 172 and the amplification circuit 174. 180 is input.

  Here, since an impact due to “sticking” has occurred, a voltage value of 100 mV or more is not measured by the first detection signal output means 186a, but a voltage of 500 mV or more is measured by the second detection signal output means 186b. A second detection signal by tapping is transmitted to the main control board 201.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, from the external force applied to the vibration detection device 150, the first detection signal due to “pressing” and the second detection signal due to “striking” are extracted in parallel according to the frequency band components. , Use. In particular, in the present embodiment, the effect control means is the effect execution means (for example, the liquid crystal display 104, the speaker 237, the lamp 236, and the effect light in accordance with the first detection signal output from the first detection signal output means 186a. 111, the production actor actuating device 235) is controlled, and the fraud countermeasure execution means performs the fraud countermeasure processing according to the second detection signal output from the second detection signal output means 186b.

(Operation of the pachinko machine 100)
Next, the overall program flow through the program of the pachinko machine 100 will be described.

(Main programs stored in the ROM of the main control board 201)
FIG. 13 shows an example of a main program stored in the ROM 201b of the main control board 201 for controlling the progress of the game, and FIG. 14 shows storage in each ROM of the sub control board 202 and the lamp control board 206 for controlling the effects. An example of the main program that has been shown. Note that the programs shown in FIGS. 13 and 14 are merely listed as examples of programs that perform characteristic control among the controls in this embodiment, and other programs are not shown in the progress of the game. Many programs are provided.

  As shown in FIG. 13, a normal symbol processing program 250 is stored in the ROM 201 b of the main control board 201 as a program that functions when the game ball passes the winning gate 106. The ROM 201b stores a winning gate passage processing program 251, a normal symbol variation processing program 252, and a second start port control program 253 that function as subprograms of the normal symbol processing program 250. The ROM 201b further includes a winning random number lottery program 251a that functions as a subprogram of the winning gate passage processing program 251; a per random number determination program 252a that functions as a subprogram of the normal symbol variation processing program 252; 252b, a normal symbol variation display program 252c, and an open time setting program 252d are stored.

  The ROM 201b stores a special symbol processing program 260 as a program that functions when a game ball enters the first start port 105 or the second start port 120. In addition, the ROM 201b stores a start opening ball processing program 261, a special symbol variation processing program 262, and a second detection signal processing program 263 that function as subprograms of the special symbol processing program 260. Further, the ROM 201b stores a special symbol holding number count program 261a, a jackpot random number lottery program 261b, a symbol random number lottery program 261c, and a reach random number lottery program 261d that function as subprograms of the starting entrance ball processing program 261. Yes. The ROM 201b also has a jackpot determination processing program 262a, a variation pattern selection processing program 262b, a variable random number lottery program 262c, a special symbol variation display program 262d, and a variable suspension process that function as subprograms of the special symbol variation processing program 262. A program 262e, a variation count program 262f, and a flag erase program 262g are stored.

  The ROM 201b stores a special game processing program 270 as a program that functions during a special game, which will be described later. Further, the ROM 201b has a big prize opening processing program 271 that functions as a subprogram of the special game processing program 270, and a jackpot gaming processing program 271a, a flag addition program 271b that functions as a subprogram of the big winning prize processing program 271, A flag erasure program 271c, a short time duration setting program 271d, a small hit game processing program 271e, and a flag erasure program 271f are stored.

  The ROM 201b stores a standby processing program 280. The standby process is a process that is executed in a state in which the decorative symbols on the liquid crystal display 104 are not displayed for more than a predetermined time (that is, in the standby state) because no game ball enters the first start port 105. Details will be described later.

  The ROM 201b stores an output processing program 290 that transmits commands determined by the above programs to the sub-control board 202, the prize ball control board 203, or an external connection device (not shown). The external connection device is, for example, provided adjacent to the pachinko machine 100, a ball rental device for lending game balls to the pachinko machine 100, or provided above the pachinko machine 100, It is a display device that displays the number of jackpots or the like, or a hall computer for grasping the progress of each pachinko machine 100 or the like.

  In addition, the process in which the CPU 201a reads the jackpot random number lottery program 261b, the symbol random number lottery program 261c, and the jackpot determination processing program 262a corresponds to the special symbol determination means of the present invention. Further, the process performed by the CPU 201a reading the special symbol variation processing program 262 corresponds to the special symbol variation display control means of the present invention. Further, the processing performed by the CPU 201a reading the standby processing program 280 corresponds to a part of the effect control means and a part of the fraud countermeasure execution means of the present invention.

(Main programs stored in ROM on other boards)
The ROM 202b of the sub control board 202 stores an effect execution command reception processing program 320 as a program that functions when an effect execution command (described later) transmitted from the main control board 201 is received. The ROM 202b stores an effect random number lottery program 321 and an effect random number determination processing program 322 that function as subprograms of the effect execution command reception processing program 320.

  The ROM 202b stores a special game command reception processing program 330 as a program that functions when a special game command (described later) transmitted from the main control board 201 is received. The ROM 202b stores a long hit command reception processing program 331 and a short hit command reception processing program 332 which function as subprograms of the special game command reception processing program 330.

  Further, the ROM 202b stores a decorative symbol variation display program 341 for controlling the effect through the effect executing means. The ROM 202b stores an effect execution means control program 341a that functions as a subprogram of the decorative symbol variation display program 341.

  The ROM 202b stores a speaker control program 342 for controlling the speaker.

  The ROM 202b stores a standby effect control program 343 as a program that functions when the pachinko machine 100 is in a standby state.

  Further, the processing performed by the CPU 202b by reading the standby effect control program 343 corresponds to a part of the effect control means and a part of the fraud countermeasure execution means of the present invention.

  Further, the ROM 202b stores an effect command transmission program 350 for transmitting an effect command determined on the sub control board 202 to the lamp control board 206.

  The ROM 206b of the lamp control board 206 stores an effect light control program 360 and an effect actor operation control program 361 as programs that function when receiving an effect command transmitted from the sub control board 202. .

(Main storage area of main control board RAM)
The RAM 201c of the main control board 201 mainly has a storage area shown in FIG. The storage areas listed below are merely examples, and many other storage areas are provided.

The RAM 201c includes a normal symbol reservation number (G) storage area 400, a normal symbol reservation storage area 401, a first special symbol reservation number (U ₁ ) storage area 402a, a second special symbol reservation number (U ₂ ) storage area 402b, 1st special symbol holding storage area 403a, 2nd special symbol holding storage area 403b, remaining fluctuation count (X) storage area 406 of high probability gaming state, remaining fluctuation count (J) storage area 407 of short-time gaming state, round gaming count (R) A storage area 408, a number of winning prize entrance (C) storage area 409, and a game state storage area 410 are provided. The game state storage area 410 includes an auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a, a short time game flag storage area 410b, a high probability game flag storage area 410c, a long hit game start flag storage area 410d, a short hit game start flag storage area 410e, A small hit game start flag storage area 410f is provided.

(Description of gaming state)
Next, the gaming state when the game progresses will be described. In the present embodiment, one of “low probability gaming state”, “high probability gaming state”, “short-time gaming state”, “non-short-time gaming state”, “long-hitting gaming state”, “short-hit gaming state”, and “small-hit gaming state” The game progresses in the game state. However, when the game state is “low probability game state” or “high probability game state” while the game is in progress, it is always “time-short game state” or “non-time-short game state”. In other words, there are cases of “low probability gaming state” and “short-time gaming state” and “low probability gaming state” and “non-short-time gaming state”. . The gaming state when the game is started, that is, the initial gaming state of the pachinko machine 100 is a “low probability gaming state” and is set to a “non-short-time gaming state”. Is referred to as a “normal gaming state”.

  In addition, for example, after the pachinko machine 100 is turned on or when a state in which a game ball does not enter the start openings 105 and 120 continues for a predetermined time or longer in the “game progress state”, the player uses the pachinko machine 100. Is not playing a game, the gaming state (operation mode) of the pachinko machine 100 shifts from the “game progress state” to the “standby state (standby mode)”. This “standby state” corresponds to a customer wait state in which no player is playing with the pachinko machine 100. During the “standby state”, when the player starts the game, the game ball enters the start openings 105 and 120, and the decorative symbol variation display is started, the game progress from the “standby state” is started. Transition to "state".

  In the present embodiment, the “low probability gaming state” means that in the jackpot lottery performed on the condition that a game ball has entered the first starting port 105 or the second starting port 120, the winning probability of the jackpot is, for example, 2 The game state set to / 601. The jackpot winning here is to acquire a right to execute a “long win game” or a “short win game” which will be described later.

  On the other hand, the “high probability gaming state” refers to a gaming state in which the jackpot winning probability is higher than the “low probability gaming state”, for example, 20/601. Therefore, in the “high probability gaming state”, it is easier to acquire the right to execute “game per long” or “game per short” than in the “low probability gaming state”.

  In this embodiment, “non-short game state” means that the time required for the lottery is set as long as, for example, 29 seconds in the normal symbol lottery performed on the condition that the game ball has passed the winning gate 106. The game state in which the opening control time of the second start port 120 when winning is won is set as short as 0.2 seconds. That is, when the game ball passes through the winning gate 106, a normal symbol lottery is performed, and the lottery result is determined 29 seconds after the lottery is started. If the lottery result is a win, then the second start port 120 is controlled to the second mode described later for about 0.2 seconds.

  On the other hand, the “short-time gaming state” means that the time required for the normal symbol lottery is 3 seconds, which is shorter than the “non-short-time gaming state”, and the second starting point when winning in the win A game state in which the opening control time of 120 is set to 3.5 seconds, which is longer than the “non-short game state”.

  In this embodiment, the probability of winning in the normal symbol lottery is set to 90%, and this winning probability is the game state of either “non-short game state” or “short-time game state”. But it doesn't change. Therefore, in the “short-time gaming state”, the second start port 120 is more easily controlled in the second mode as long as the game ball passes through the winning gate 106 than in the “non-short-time gaming state”. Thereby, in the “short-time gaming state”, the player can advance the game without consuming the game ball.

  However, in the “short-time gaming state”, the above-mentioned purpose of providing the “short-time gaming state” may be achieved by making the winning probability in the normal symbol lottery higher than the “non-short-time gaming state”. I do not care.

  In the present embodiment, the “long hit gaming state” means the right to execute a long hit game in a jackpot lottery performed on the condition that a game ball has entered the first start port 105 or the second start port 120. This is the gaming state that is executed when the player has earned.

  In the “long hit game state”, the round game in which the special winning opening unit 109 is opened is performed 15 times in total. The total opening time of the grand prize opening unit 109 in each round game is set to a maximum of 30 seconds, and if a predetermined number of game balls (for example, nine) enter the big prize opening unit 109 during this time, one round The game ends. In other words, the “game state per long” is a gaming state in which a game ball enters the big winning opening unit 109 and a player can acquire a prize ball according to the winning game, so that a lot of prize balls can be acquired. It is.

  In the present embodiment, the “short win game state” means the right to execute a short win game in the big hit lottery performed on the condition that a game ball has entered the first start port 105 or the second start port 120. This is the gaming state that is executed when the player has earned.

  In the “short win game state”, a round game in which the big prize opening unit 109 is opened is performed twice in total. However, in each round game, the big prize opening unit 109 is opened only once, and the opening time is set to 0.1 seconds. During this time, when a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 9 balls) enter the big prize opening unit 109, one round game ends, but as described above, the opening time of the big prize opening unit 109 is extremely short. A game ball rarely enters, and even if a game ball enters, only one or two game balls enter in one round game. Even in the “short win game state”, when a game ball enters the big winning opening unit 109, a predetermined prize ball (for example, 15 game balls) is paid out.

  In the present embodiment, the “small hit game state” means the right to execute the small hit game in the big hit lottery performed on the condition that a game ball has entered the first start port 105 or the second start port 120. This is the gaming state that is executed when the player has earned.

  Also in the “small winning game state”, the big prize opening unit 109 is opened twice as in the “short winning game state”. The opening time, opening / closing timing, and opening / closing mode of the big prize opening unit 109 at this time are the same as the above “short hit gaming state”, or the player has “small hit gaming state” and “short hit gaming state”. Discrimination is approximated to the extent that it is impossible or difficult. However, when a game ball enters the big prize opening unit 109, a predetermined prize ball (for example, 15 game balls) is paid out in the same manner as in the “short win game state”.

  Note that the opening pattern of the big winning opening unit 109 in the small hit game does not necessarily have to approximate the opening pattern of the big winning opening unit 109 in the short hit game. In the present embodiment, the opening pattern of the big prize opening unit 109 may be completely different between the small hit game and the short win game, or only the small hit game is provided without providing the short win game. It doesn't matter if you do.

  In the present embodiment, the “long win game” and the “short win game” are referred to as “big hit game”, and the “big hit game” and the “small hit game” are collectively referred to as “special game”. That's it.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the “standby state” means that, as described above, for example, after the power is turned on to the pachinko machine 100 or in the “game progress state”, the game balls do not enter the start openings 105 and 120. Therefore, this is a customer waiting state that is executed when a state in which the decorative symbols do not change on the liquid crystal display 104 continues for a predetermined time or longer. In this “standby state”, since no game is performed by the player, a demonstration image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 of the pachinko machine 100 as a standby effect image different from the game effect image displayed during the game. Is displayed. This demonstration image is generally an image representing a demonstration for the promotion of the pachinko machine 100. For example, the description and game contents of the pachinko machine 100, an advertisement of a manufacturer providing the pachinko machine 100, a predetermined web These are various moving images and still images representing QR codes for accessing the site. However, the standby effect image is not limited to the example of the demonstration image, and is an image that displays arbitrary information related to the pachinko machine 100 such as a premium image to be described later, an image representing a past game history of the pachinko machine 100, and the like. It's okay.

  In the main control board 201, a flag is stored in the gaming state storage area 410 of the RAM 201c so that the current gaming state is the above-described gaming state.

  Further, the change from the normal gaming state to any one of the above gaming states is a case where “big hit” is won as a result of the big hit lottery. In the present embodiment, a plurality of types of “hit” are provided, and the gaming state thereafter changes according to the type of “hit” won. However, once the “big hit” is won and the game state is changed to any one of the above game states, the game returns to the normal game state after the big win lottery, that is, the special symbol variation display is performed a predetermined number of times. The “big hit” provided in the present embodiment will be described below.

(Description of jackpot type)
In the present embodiment, “per length with high probability”, “per length with normal time”, “short per time with high probability”, “short per hour with normal time”, “short per hour with high probability”, “ There are six types of big hits, “normal short and short short hits”.

  “Per probability with a high probability of shortening” means that three game profits are given. If this “per-long with high probability” is selected, the first gaming profit will be the “game-per-long” state, and the player can acquire a large amount of prize balls. When this “long-run gaming state” ends, the game proceeds in the “high probability gaming state” as the second gaming profit, and in the “short-time gaming state” as the third gaming profit. The game progresses. As a result, the player can win a large number of prize balls, and after winning the prize balls, can reduce the consumption of the game balls and realize a big win again early. In the present embodiment, the “high probability gaming state” and the “short-time gaming state” are continued until the special symbol variation display is performed a maximum of 10,000 times. Therefore, from the viewpoint of the probability, the “high probability gaming state” and the “time-short gaming state” will continue until the jackpot is won again.

  “Regular per length with a short time” means that two game profits are given. When this “per length with a short time” is won, the first gaming profit becomes the “game state per long”, and the player can obtain a large amount of prize balls. Further, when the “long hit gaming state” ends, the game proceeds in the “short-time gaming state” as the second gaming profit. However, it is different from the above “per length with high probability time reduction” in that the game proceeds in the “low probability gaming state” instead of the “high probability gaming state” after the “long winning gaming state”. In addition, as will be described in detail later, when winning the “ordinary time with a short time” and becoming “short time gaming state”, when the special symbol variable display is performed a predetermined number of times, the “short time gaming state” Ends.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, after the “long hit gaming state” in which a large amount of prize balls can be obtained, the game progresses in the “high probability gaming state” with a high jackpot winning probability. And a long win in which the game progresses in a “low probability gaming state” in which the winning probability of the jackpot is low.

  "Short win with high probability short-time" means that the gaming state shifts to the above "short winning gaming state", and after the "short winning gaming state" ends, "high-probable gaming state" and "short-short gaming state" The game progresses at. If you win this short chance with high probability, you will not be able to win a large amount of prize balls immediately, but the subsequent gaming state will be a “high probability gaming state”, The chance to win a prize ball increases. In addition, when winning “short win with high probability”, it will be in “short-time gaming state” after the short winning game ends, so it is possible to reduce the consumption of game balls until winning a big win again . In addition, even when this “short win with high probability time reduction” is won, the above “high probability gaming state” and “time saving gaming state” continue until the special symbol variation display is performed 10,000 times at the maximum.

  “Short win with normal time” means that the gaming state shifts to the above “short winning gaming state”, and after the “short winning gaming state”, the game progresses in “shorter gaming state”. is there. As in the case of “Short win with short time with high probability” above, the game state after that will be “Short time game state”, so the consumption of game balls will be reduced until a special symbol is displayed a predetermined number of times. Is possible. In addition, in the “low probability gaming state”, if “winning short with normal time” is won, after that, you will enjoy the advantage that the game can proceed in the “short time gaming state” In the “high probability gaming state”, if the winning “short win with normal time” is won, there is a demerit that the player falls into the “low probability gaming state”.

  In this embodiment, both the “short hit with normal time” and “short win with high probability” have the opening / closing operation of the big prize opening unit 109 and the second start port after shifting to the “short time gaming state”. The opening / closing operation of 120 is the same. Also, as will be described later, the production contents are the same for “short win with normal time” and “short win with high probability”. Therefore, it is very difficult for the player to determine whether the game state is the “high probability game state” or the “low probability game state” after the end of the “short hit game state”. Yes. In this way, by providing a “short win with normal time”, the player is questioned whether the gaming state is “high probability gaming state” or “low probability gaming state”. This makes it possible to enhance the interest of the game.

  “Short per hit without high-probability time” refers to “high-probability gaming state” after the “short-winning gaming state” ends, as in the above “short win with high probability time-short”. However, this “high probability short-time short win” is different from the above “high probability short-time short hit” in that it does not become a “short-time gaming state” after the short-winning game ends. Even if this “high probability short / no short win” is won, a large number of prize balls cannot be obtained immediately. In addition, since there is no “short-time gaming state” thereafter, the game balls are consumed more than “short hits with high probability short-time”. However, since the subsequent game state becomes the “high probability game state”, in the subsequent game, there is a high possibility of winning a large amount of prize balls by winning per long game. In addition, even when this “high probability short-time short win” is won, the “high-probability gaming state” continues until the special symbol change display is performed a maximum of 10,000 times.

  “Normal short no short hit” means that after the “short win gaming state” ends, the game proceeds in the “low probability gaming state”. In other words, even if the “normal short-time short win” is won, neither the “high probability gaming state” nor the “short-time gaming state” will be entered. In addition, since it is impossible to obtain a large number of prize balls depending on the short win game, the player is hardly given any game profits by winning the big hit. The reason for providing such a “normal time short hit short hit” is mainly to return the gaming state from the “high probability gaming state” to the “low probability gaming state” without paying out a prize ball. In addition, even if the “low probability short win” in the “low probability gaming state” is won, the gaming state does not change at all. Therefore, if the player is not able to distinguish between “high chance short / short short hit” and “normal short / short short hit”, is the “high probability gaming state” after the short win game ended? It is possible to raise the interest of the game by making the player have doubts about whether or not it is in the “low probability gaming state”.

  In this embodiment, “small hit” is provided separately from “big hit”, and when “small hit” is won, the subsequent gaming state becomes “small bonus gaming state”. However, even if “small hit” is won, the gaming state such as “high probability gaming state” or “short-time gaming state” does not change after the “small hit gaming state” ends. For example, when “small hit” is won in the “high probability gaming state”, the “high probability gaming state” continues even after the “small hit gaming state” ends. As described above, the “short-time gaming state”, “non-short-time gaming state”, “low-probability gaming state”, and “high-probability gaming state” are not changed before and after winning a small win.

  Next, the progress of the game in the pachinko machine 100 will be described using a flowchart showing the control of each control means.

  FIG. 16 shows main subroutines executed in the main control board 201, and the CPU 201a repeats all the subroutines shown every 0.004 seconds. Here, the winning gate passing process (S11) → the normal symbol variation process (S12) → the second start port process (S13) → the start port entering process (S14) → the second detection signal process (S15) → the special symbol Subroutines are executed in the order of variation processing (S16) → big prize opening processing (S17) → prize ball processing (S18) → standby processing (S19) → output processing (S20). Is due to. Actually, processing performed based on the signal from the detection SW (winning gate passage processing, start entrance ball processing, second detection signal processing) → variation processing (normal symbol variation processing, special symbol variation processing, standby processing) → effect It is desirable that the subroutines are executed in the order of processing for operating the accessory (second start port processing, big prize opening processing) → prize ball processing → output processing.

(Winning gate passing process S11)
First, the CPU 201a of the main control board 201 reads the winning gate passage processing program 251 from the ROM 201b and performs the winning gate passage processing shown in FIG.

(Step S101)
The winning gate passage processing program 251 determines whether the gate detection SW has detected a signal, that is, whether or not the game ball has passed the winning gate 106. If the gate detection SW does not detect a signal, that is, if the game ball has not passed the winning gate 106, the winning gate passing process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S102)
If it is determined in step S101 that the gate detection SW is ON, whether or not the number of normal symbols held (G) stored in the normal symbol hold count (G) storage area 400 is less than 4 Judging. As a result, if the number of ordinary symbols held (G) is 4, the winning gate passing process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S103)
In the above-described step S102, when the number of reservations (G) is less than 4, "1" is added to the current number of reservations (G) stored in the normal symbol reservation number (G) storage area 400. And remember.

(Step S104)
Next, the CPU 201a reads the winning random number lottery program 251a, which is a subprogram of the winning gate passage processing program 251 and obtains a random number of 1 from random numbers prepared in advance (for example, 0 to 250). The random numbers acquired by the winning random number lottery program 251a are stored in the normal symbol hold storage area 401. Thereby, the winning gate passing process is completed.

(Normal symbol variation processing S12)
When the winning gate passing process is completed as described above, the CPU 201a reads the normal symbol variation processing program 252 from the ROM 201b, and performs the normal symbol variation process shown in FIG.

(Step S201)
The normal symbol variation processing program 252 determines whether or not the flag is turned on in the auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a of the RAM 201c. The term “auxiliary game” here means that the second start port 120 is controlled in the second mode, and the case where the flag is turned on in the auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a. This is a case where the second start port 120 is controlled in the second mode. Therefore, in this step S201, it is determined whether or not the second start port 120 is being controlled to the second mode. When the flag is turned on in the auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a, that is, when the second start port 120 is controlled to the second mode, the normal symbol variation process is terminated and the next Run a subroutine.

(Step S202)
In step S201, when the flag is not turned on in the auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a, that is, when the second start port 120 is controlled to the first mode, the normal symbol variation display is in progress. Determine whether or not.

(Step S203)
The case where “NO” is determined in both step S201 and step S202 is the case where the second start port 120 is maintained in the first mode and the normal symbol variation display is not performed. is there.

  In this case, based on the random number stored in the normal symbol holding storage area 401, the normal symbol variation display can be started. However, when no random number is stored in the normal symbol hold storage area 401, that is, when the hold number (G) is “0”, the normal symbol is not displayed in a variable manner. Is determined to be greater than or equal to “1”. As a result, when the number of holds (G) is “0”, the normal symbol variation process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S204)
In the above step S203, when it is determined that the number of holdings (G) is “1” or more, “1” is subtracted from the value (G) stored in the normal symbol holding number (G) storage area 400. The new number of holds (G) is stored.

(Step S205)
Next, the CPU 201 a reads a hit random number determination program 252 a which is a subprogram of the normal symbol variation processing program 252 and determines the hit random number stored in the normal symbol hold storage area 401. When a plurality of winning random numbers are stored, the winning random numbers are read in the stored order.

  The ROM 201b is provided with a table for determining the hit random number, and the hit random number determination program 252a determines whether or not the read random number is checked against the above table. For example, according to the above table, among the random numbers from “0” to “250”, random numbers from “0” to “224” are determined to be successful, and other random numbers are determined to be lost. That is, in this embodiment, the normal symbol winning probability is set to about 90%.

(Step S206) (Step S207) (Step S208)
As a result of the determination of the winning random number in step S205, a winning symbol is set when it is determined that it is a winning (“YES” in step S206), and when it is determined that it is lost (“NO” in step S206), it is lost. A symbol is set.

  Here, the winning symbol is a symbol in which the LED is finally turned on in the normal symbol indicator 121, and the lost symbol is a symbol in which the LED is finally turned off without being turned on. The winning symbol set is to store a command to turn on the LED in the normal symbol display 121 in a predetermined storage area, and the lost symbol set is a command to turn off the LED in the normal symbol display 121. Is stored in a predetermined storage area.

(Step S209)
Next, the normal symbol variation processing program 252 determines whether or not the flag is turned on in the time-saving game flag storage area 410b. The case where the flag is turned on in the short-time game flag storage area 410b is when the gaming state is in the short-time gaming state, and the case where the flag is not turned on is when the gaming state is in the non-short-time gaming state. There is a time.

(Step S210) (Step S211)
In step S209, if it is determined that the flag is turned on in the time-saving game flag storage area 410b, the CPU 201a reads the variable time setting program 252b and sets the variable time to 3 seconds. On the other hand, when it is determined that the flag is not turned on in the short-time game flag storage area 410b, the CPU 201a reads the variation time setting program 252b and sets the variation time to 29 seconds. By the processing of step S210 or step S211, the time for normal symbol variation display is determined.

(Step S212)
When the fluctuation time is set as described above, the CPU 201a reads the normal symbol fluctuation display program 252c and starts the normal symbol fluctuation display on the normal symbol display 121. In the normal symbol variation display, the LED is blinked at a predetermined interval on the normal symbol display 121 to give the player an impression as if it is currently being drawn. This normal symbol variation display is continuously performed for the time set in step S210 or step S211.

(Step S213)
Further, the normal symbol variation processing program 252 starts normal symbol variation display in step S212 and starts measuring time. As a result, the normal symbol variation process ends.

(Step S214)
On the other hand, when it is determined in step S202 that the normal symbol variation display is being performed, that is, when the CPU 201a starts the normal symbol variation processing, the normal symbol variation display has already been performed. It is determined whether or not the variable time has elapsed. That is, in the present embodiment, all routine processes in the main control board 201 are performed every 0.004 seconds. The case where “YES” is determined in step S202 is a case where the processing from step S201 to step S213 is performed by the routine processing performed before the routine processing. Therefore, in this step S214, it is determined whether or not the variation time (3 seconds or 29 seconds) set by the routine processing performed before that time has elapsed. As a result, if it is determined that the set variation time has not elapsed, it is necessary to continue the variation display as it is, so the normal symbol variation process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S215)
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S214 that the set variation time has elapsed, the CPU 201a reads the normal symbol variation display program 252c, and stops the variation of the ordinary symbol on the ordinary symbol display 121. At this time, the normal symbol display unit 121 stops and displays the normal symbol (winning symbol or lost symbol) set by the previous routine processing. As a result, the result of the normal symbol lottery is notified to the player.

(Step S216)
When the variation of the normal symbol is stopped in the step S215, the variation time set by the routine processing before that is reset.

(Step S217) (Step S218)
If the set normal symbol is a winning symbol, in step S218, the auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a is turned on, and the normal symbol variation process is terminated. As a result, the auxiliary game is started in the second start port process which is a subroutine to be executed next. On the other hand, if the set normal symbol is a lost symbol, the normal symbol variation process is terminated as it is.

(Second starting port process S13)
When the normal symbol variation process is completed as described above, the CPU 201a reads the second start port control program 253 from the ROM 201b and performs the second start port process shown in FIG.

(Step S301)
The second start port control program 253 first determines whether or not a flag is turned on in the auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a. There are the following two cases where the flag is turned on in the auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a. One is a case where the auxiliary game is not started at the start of the routine process but the auxiliary game is started by the routine process. That is, this is a case where the auxiliary game start flag is turned on in step S218 of the normal symbol variation process performed immediately before the second start port process is performed. In this case, although the auxiliary game start flag is ON, the auxiliary game has not started yet. The other is a case where an auxiliary game has already been executed at the start of the routine processing.

  When it is determined that the flag is not turned on in the auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a, the second start port process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S302)
If it is determined in step S301 that the flag is turned on in the auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a, the second start port control program 253 determines whether or not the auxiliary game is being performed. If an auxiliary game has already been executed, the process of step S308 described later is performed.

(Step S303)
When it is determined in step S302 that the auxiliary game has not yet been executed, that is, as described above, when the auxiliary game is not started at the start of the routine process but the auxiliary game is started by the routine process. The CPU 201a reads the second start port control program 253, and determines whether or not the flag is turned on in the time-saving game flag storage area 410b.

(Step S304) (Step S305)
When it is determined in step S303 that the flag is turned on in the short-time game flag storage area 410b, that is, when the current game state is the short-time game state, the CPU 201a reads the release time setting program 252d and releases it. Set the time to 3.5 seconds. On the other hand, when it is determined that the flag is not turned on in the time-saving game flag storage area 410b, the release time is set to 0.2 seconds.

  Here, the opening time is a time for controlling the pair of movable pieces of the second start port 120 to the second mode. Accordingly, here, a command for controlling the second start port 120 in the second mode for a predetermined time is read and set.

(Step S306)
When the opening time is set in step S304 or step S305, the CPU 201a reads the second start port control program 253 and starts energizing the open / close solenoid of the second start port 120. Thereby, the 2nd starting port 120 closed as a 1st aspect will open | release, and will be controlled by a 2nd aspect.

(Step S307)
In addition, the second start port control program 253 starts measuring time at the same time as the energization of the open / close solenoid of the second start port 120 is started.

(Step S308)
Next, it is determined whether or not the opening time set in step S304 or step S305 has elapsed. Note that if “NO” is determined in step S302 and the processing from step S303 to step S307 is performed in the routine processing, it is always determined “NO” in step S308, and the next subroutine is executed. It becomes.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S302 that an auxiliary game is being performed, it may be determined that the opening time set in the routine process before the routine process has elapsed. However, even if the auxiliary game has already been executed at the start of the routine process, if the set release time has not elapsed (“NO” in step S308), the second start-up process is terminated. Then, the following subroutine is executed.

(Step S309)
If the second start port control program 253 determines in step S308 that the set open time has elapsed, the energization of the open / close solenoid of the second start port 120 is stopped. As a result, the second start port 120 returns to the first mode, and it becomes impossible or difficult to enter the game ball again, and the auxiliary game that has been executed ends.

(Step S310)
When the energization of the open / close solenoid of the second start port 120 is stopped as described above, the second start port control program 253 resets the set open time.

(Step S311)
Finally, the second start port control program 253 turns off the flag in the auxiliary game start flag storage area 410a, ends the second start port process, and executes the next subroutine.

(Start-up entrance ball processing S14)
When the second start opening process is completed as described above, the CPU 201a reads the start opening entering processing program 261 from the ROM 201b, and performs the start opening entering process shown in FIG.

(Step S401)
The starting port entry processing program 261 determines whether the first starting port detection SW has detected a signal, that is, whether or not a game ball has entered the first starting port 105. If the first start port detection SW does not detect a signal, that is, if the game ball has not entered the first start port 105, the start port entering process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed. To do.

(Step S402)
When it is detected in step S401 that a game ball has entered the first start port 105, the start port entry processing program 261 resets the variation stop time during measurement. The fluctuation stop time is an elapsed time after the fluctuation of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is stopped. The fluctuation stop time represents a time during which the state where the special symbol and the decorative symbol do not fluctuate continues because there is no reserved ball and no game ball enters the start openings 105 and 120. The fluctuation stop time is the time when the change of the special symbol (and the decorative symbol) that has changed last time is stopped in the state where there is no suspension (U ₁ = 0, U ₂ = 0) in the variable stop processing described later. (S813 in FIG. 27), or the time at which the measurement is started from the end of the big hit game or the small hit game (S1041 in FIG. 31, S1120 in FIG. 32).

(Step S403)
In step S402, when the variable stop time is reset, it is determined whether or not the first hold (U ₁ ) stored in the first special symbol hold number (U ₁ ) storage area 402a is less than 4. As a result, when the first hold (U ₁ ) is the upper limit reserved number “4”, the process related to the first start port is ended.

(Step S404)
In step S403, if the first hold (U ₁ ) is less than 4, the CPU 201a reads the special symbol hold number count program 261a and stores it in the first special symbol hold number (U ₁ ) storage area 402a. “1” is added to the stored _first first hold (U ₁ ) and stored.

(Step S405)
Furthermore, the CPU 201a reads the jackpot random number lottery program 261b, acquires the jackpot random number, and stores the acquired jackpot random number in the first special symbol holding storage area 403a. Note that the jackpot random number determines one of big hits, small hits, and loses. The jackpot random number lottery program 261b eliminates one jackpot random number from 601 random numbers from “0” to “600”. Extract randomly. Subsequently, the CPU 201a reads the symbol random number lottery program 261c, acquires the symbol random number, and stores the acquired symbol random number in the first special symbol holding storage area 403a. Note that the symbol random number determines the type of jackpot or jackpot, and the symbol random number lottery program 261c randomly extracts one symbol random number from 251 random numbers from “0” to “250”. . Further, the CPU 201a reads the reach random number lottery program 261d, acquires the reach random number, and stores the acquired reach random number in the first special symbol holding storage area 403a. The reach random number is used to determine whether or not to perform an effect with reach. The reach random number lottery program 261d randomly selects one reach random number from 251 random numbers from “0” to “250”. Extract.

  Each random number acquired as described above is stored in the first special symbol reservation storage area 403a. A conceptual diagram of the first special symbol reservation storage area 403a and the second special symbol reservation storage area 403b is shown in FIG. As is clear from FIG. 21A, the first special symbol reservation storage area 403a has four storage units from a first storage unit 403a-1 to a fourth storage unit 403a-4.

  FIG. 21B is a conceptual diagram of a second special symbol reservation storage area 403b, which will be described later. The second special symbol reservation storage area 403b also includes the fifth storage unit 403b-5 to the eighth storage unit 403b. It has four storage units up to -8.

  As shown in FIG. 21C, the first storage unit 403a-1 to the eighth storage unit 403b-8 are provided with an area for storing the acquired jackpot random number, symbol random number, and reach random number. It has been.

  And each random number acquired in the said step S405 is memorize | stored in order from the 1st memory | storage part 403a-1. For example, when no random number is stored in any of the first storage unit 403a-1 to the fourth storage unit 403a-4, the acquired random number is stored in the first storage unit 403a-1. For example, if random numbers are already stored in the three storage units of the first storage unit 403a-1 to the third storage unit 403a-3, the acquired random number is stored in the fourth storage unit 403a-4. To do.

(Step S406)
When the ball entry process related to the first start opening 105 is completed as described above, or if “NO” is determined in the above steps S401 and S403, as shown in FIG. The processing program 261 determines whether or not a game ball has entered the second start port 120. When the second start port detection SW does not detect a signal, that is, when the game ball has not entered the second start port 120, the start port entering process is terminated, and the next subroutine Execute.

(Step S407)
When it is detected in step S406 that the game ball has entered the first start port 105, the start port entry processing program 261 resets the above-described fluctuation stop time.

(Step S408)
When the variable stop time is reset in step S407, it is determined whether or not the second hold (U ₂ ) stored in the second special symbol hold count (U ₂ ) storage area 402b is less than 4. As a result, when the second hold (U ₂ ) is the upper limit reserved number “4”, the start entrance ball entering process is terminated, and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S409)
If it is determined in step S408 that the second hold (U ₂ ) is less than 4, the CPU 201a reads the special symbol hold number count program 261a and stores the second special symbol hold number (U ₂ ) storage area 402b. "1" is added to the current second hold (U ₂ ) value stored in and stored.

(Step S410)
Further, the CPU 201a reads the jackpot random number lottery program 261b, the symbol random number lottery program 261c, and the reach random number lottery program 261d in the same manner as described above, acquires each random number, and holds the obtained random number in the second special symbol hold. Store in the storage area 403b.

Here, the ball entry process at the first start port 105 and the ball entry process at the second start port 120 are performed independently, and the first hold (U ₁ ) and the second hold (U ₂ ) are independent of each other. However, both reservations can be integrated. For example, the game balls that have passed through either the first start port 105 or the second start port 120 are added and stored together, and the upper limit reserved number can be set to “4”.

(Second detection signal processing S15)
When the start opening ball entry process is completed as described above, the CPU 201a reads the second detection signal processing program 263 from the ROM 201b, and performs the fraud handling process shown in FIG.

(Step S451)
The second detection signal processing program 263 determines whether there is an input signal from the vibration detection device 150.

(Step S452)
If it is determined in step S451 that there is an input signal from the vibration detection device 150, it is determined whether or not the input signal is a normal detection signal. If the input signal is a normal detection signal, the second detection signal processing is terminated. Then, the following subroutine is executed.

(Step S453)
If it is determined in step S452 that the input signal is not a normal detection signal, it is determined whether or not the input signal is a second detection signal.

(Step S454)
If it is determined in step S453 that the input signal is the second detection signal, the fraud handling process is performed. According to the fraud handling process, a hit notification command is sent from the main control board 201 to the sub-control board 202, and an alarm sound is output and a message indicating that the hit has been made and a voice notification is given. Notification by flashing the effect light 111 or the like can be performed. Accordingly, it is possible to notify the game hall staff that excessive hitting has been applied to the pachinko machine 100 and allow the game hall staff to visit the pachinko machine 100 and perform necessary measures.

  In addition, when a fraud response command is sent from the main control board 201 to the prize ball control board 203, the launch stop process is performed and the game ball cannot be fired, and the payout stop process is performed and the game ball is paid out. I will not be broken. After transmitting the hit notification command, the main control board 201 may stop the basic operation so that the signal from the vibration detection device 150 is not input. In this case, fraud can be further prevented by adopting a configuration in which recovery is performed by a recovery process by a game hall staff.

  In addition, when performing the process of stopping part or all of the functions of the pachinko machine 100 by the fraud handling process, the game state immediately before the second detection signal is input is stored in the main control board 201. It is preferable. This makes it possible to restore the gaming state to the original state when it is determined that the act is not fraudulent by the confirmation of the game hall staff and the game is restored.

(Step S455)
When it is determined in step S453 that the input signal is not the second detection signal, error detection signal processing is performed as in the case where there is no signal input from the vibration detection device 150 ("NO" in S451). The error detection signal processing is, for example, processing for transmitting an error message to a management device (for example, a hall computer). As a result, it is possible to confirm disconnection, malfunction of the vibration detection device 150, malfunction, etc. by the game hall staff. In addition, although the structure which performs the same error detection process by the case where the signal from the vibration detection apparatus 150 is not input and the case where an unknown signal is input was shown, it is good also as a different error process, respectively.

  In addition, in this flowchart, when the 2nd detection signal was output, the example which performs alerting | reporting by the pachinko machine 100 by fraud countermeasure processing (step S454) was shown, However, This is not performed but only to the management apparatus of a pachinko hall You may make it alert | report to.

(Special symbol variation processing S16)
When the start-entry ball entering process is completed as described above, the CPU 201a reads the special symbol variation processing program 262 from the ROM 201b, and performs the special symbol variation process shown in FIG.

(Step S501)
In the special symbol variation processing program 262, first, whether the flag is turned on in any of the long hit game start flag storage area 410d, the short hit game start flag storage area 410e, or the small hit game start flag storage area 401f of the ROM 201b. That is, it is determined whether a special game is being played. As a result, if it is determined that the special game is being played, the special symbol variation process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S502)
When the special game is not in progress, the special symbol variation processing program 262 determines whether or not the special symbol variation is being displayed.

(Step S503) (Step S504)
Further, when the special symbol variation display is not being performed, the special symbol variation processing program 262 indicates that the second special symbol retained number (U ₂ ) storage area 402b stores the second reserved (U ₂ ) “1”. It is determined whether it is equal to or greater than “” (step S503).

As a result, if it is determined that the second hold (U ₂ ) is “1” or more (“YES” in step S503), the second special symbol hold number (U ₂ ) is stored in the storage area 402b. storing the value _{(U 2)} new second hold obtained by subtracting "1" from the _{(U 2)} which are (step S504).

(Step S505)
On the other hand, in step S503, when the second special symbol reserved number (U ₂₎ second holding stored in the storage area 402b (U ₂₎ is determined to be "0", when the special symbol variation processing The program 262 determines whether or not the first hold (U ₁ ) stored in the first special symbol hold count (U ₁ ) storage area 402a is “1” or more.

As a result, if it is determined that the first hold (U ₁ ) is “0”, the special symbol variation process is terminated as it is, and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S506)
If it is determined in step S505 that the first hold (U ₁ ) is equal to or greater than “1” (“YES” in step S505), the first special symbol hold number (U ₁ ) is stored in the storage area 402a. has been that a value "1" from the (U ₁₎ and stores the subtracted new first hold (U _1).

(Step S507)
Subsequently, the special symbol variation processing program 262 performs a shift process of data stored in the storage area obtained by subtracting the number of reservations from the first special symbol reservation storage area 403a or the second special symbol reservation storage area 403b. Specifically, each data stored in the first storage unit 403a-1 to the fourth storage unit 403a-4 or each data stored in the fifth storage unit 403b-5 to the eighth storage unit 403b-8 is 1 Shift to the previous storage unit.

For example, when the second hold (U ₂ ) is stored as “1” or more (“YES” in step S503), the data stored in the eighth storage unit 403b-8 is used as the seventh storage unit 403b−. 7, the data stored in the seventh storage unit 403 b-7 is shifted to the sixth storage unit 403 b-6, and the data stored in the sixth storage unit 403 b-6 is changed to the fifth storage unit 403 b- Shift to 5. At this time, the data stored in the fifth storage unit 403b-5 is written into the predetermined processing area and is erased from the second special symbol reservation storage area 403b. However, in this case, the data stored in the first special symbol reservation storage area 403a is not shifted and maintained in the storage state.

Further, when the second hold (U ₂ ) is not stored (“NO” in step S503) and the first hold (U ₁ ) is stored “1” or more (“YES” in step S505). Shifts the data stored in the fourth storage unit 403a-4 to the third storage unit 403a-3 and shifts the data stored in the third storage unit 403a-3 to the second storage unit 403a-2 The data stored in the second storage unit 403a-2 is shifted to the first storage unit 403a-1. At this time, the data stored in the first storage unit 403a-1 is written into the predetermined processing area and is erased from the first special symbol storage area 403a. However, in this case, the data stored in the second special symbol holding storage area 403b is not shifted and maintained in the storage state.

As apparent from the above step S503~ step S507, the in the present embodiment, when both the first hold _{(U 1)} and the second hold _{(U 2)} is stored, a second hold _{(U 2} ) Based on special symbols will be given priority.

(Big jackpot determination processing S600)
Next, the CPU 201a reads the jackpot determination processing program 262a from the ROM 201b, and executes the jackpot determination process based on the data written in the predetermined processing area in step S505.

(Step S601)
As shown in FIG. 24, the jackpot determination processing program 262a determines whether or not a flag is turned on in the high probability game flag storage area 410c. The case where the flag is turned on in the high probability game flag storage area 410c is a case where the current game state is a high probability game state.

(Step S602) (Step S603)
If it is determined in step S601 that the current gaming state is a high probability gaming state, a “high probability random number determination table” is selected in step S602. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S601 that the current gaming state is not a high probability gaming state (low probability gaming state), a “low probability random number determination table” is selected in step S603.

(Step S604)
Then, the CPU 201a reads the jackpot determination processing program 262a and uses the “high probability random number determination table” or “low probability” selected in step S602 or step S603 as the jackpot random number written in the processing area in step S505. Judgment is made based on the “random hour determination table”.

  Here, the determination of the jackpot random number performed by the jackpot determination processing program 262a will be described with reference to FIG.

  FIG. 25A-1 and FIG. 25A-2 show an example of a jackpot winning probability, a jackpot winning probability, and a jackpot random number. FIG. 25 (a-1) is a table (hereinafter referred to as “first high accuracy table”, “first low probability”) for determining the jackpot random number acquired by the game ball entering the first start port 105. FIG. 25 (a-2) is a table (hereinafter referred to as “second high”) for determining the jackpot random number acquired by the game ball entering the second starting port 120. "Probability table" and "Second low probability table"). As shown in this figure, one jackpot random number is acquired from 601 random numbers from 0 to 600. In the low probability gaming state, the jackpot random number is determined based on the first low probability table or the second low probability table. According to these low probability random number determination tables, two random numbers 7 and 317 are used. Is determined to be a big hit. On the other hand, in the high probability gaming state, the determination of the big hit random number is performed based on the first high probability table or the second high probability table. According to these high probability random number determination tables, 7, 37, 67, 97, 127, 157, 187, 217, 247, 277, 317, 337, 367, 397, 427, 457, 487, 517, 547, 20 random numbers of 577 are determined to be jackpots.

  As described above, even when the random numbers stored in the special symbol storage area 403 are the same, the case of using the “high probability random number determination table” and the case of using the “low probability random number determination table” Thus, a different determination result is obtained.

  In the present embodiment, the “small hit” win is also determined by a big hit random number. The “small hit” is to acquire the right to execute the “small hit game”. In this embodiment, when the big hit random number is determined based on the first low probability table or the first high accuracy table, it is determined that six random numbers 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, and 300 are small hits. Is done. On the other hand, when the big hit random number is determined based on the second low probability table or the second high accuracy table, three random numbers 100, 200, and 300 are determined to be small hits.

  As described above, in this embodiment, when the game ball enters the first start port 105 and when the game ball enters the second start port 120, while making the jackpot winning probability the same, The winning probability per hit is set differently.

(Step S605) (Step S606)
If it is determined that the jackpot random number is determined to be a jackpot, the jackpot determination processing program 262a further determines the type of jackpot by determining the symbol random number written in the processing area.

The determination of symbol random numbers performed by the jackpot determination processing program 262a will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 25 (b-1) and FIG. 25 (b-2) show examples of the types of gaming profits that are awarded when winning a jackpot, that is, the types of jackpots, their winning probabilities, and symbol random numbers. (B-1) is an example of a table used to determine the first hold (U ₁ ) acquired when a game ball enters the first start port 105, and FIG. game ball in starting opening 120 is an example of a table in determining a second hold (U ₂₎ which is obtained by ball entrance. FIG. 25B-3 is an example of a table used when it is determined that the jackpot random number has been won as a result of the jackpot random number determination. The first hold (U ₁ ) and the second hold ( The same table is used for both U ₂ ).

If it is determined in step S604 that the jackpot random number is won for the first hold (U ₁ ), the jackpot determination processing program 262a displays the table shown in FIG. 25 (b-1). A design random number is determined on the basis of which one of the six types of jackpots is determined.

On the other hand, for the second hold (U ₂ ), when it is determined that the jackpot random number is won by the jackpot, the jackpot determination processing program 262a uses the symbol shown in FIG. 25 (b-2) based on the table. A random number is determined, and one of the two types of jackpots shown in the figure is determined.

The reason for winning the second hold (U ₂ ) only for either “per length with a high probability” or “per length with a normal time” is as follows. That is, in the non-short game state, almost no game ball enters the second start port 120. In other words, in the non-time-saving gaming state, most of the jackpot lottery is performed when a gaming ball enters the first starting port 105. Therefore, in the non-time-saving gaming state, any of the six types of jackpots is won to increase the interest of the game.

  On the other hand, even when a game ball enters the second starting port 120, if six types of jackpots are won, a short-time game state is provided to change the player's willingness to play. There is a risk of declining.

  For example, if you win the “short win with high probability” and become short-time gaming state, if you win “short win with normal time” or “short win with no normal time”, It is impossible to enjoy the gaming profits from winning the “Short-Catch”, and the player's willingness to play declines all at once.

  Also, for example, if a player wins a short-time game with a high probability and becomes a short-time game state, if a player frequently wins one of the “short wins” again, the player receives a lot of prize balls. It is difficult to achieve the maximum goal of the game to win the game, and the willingness to play can decline at once. Such a situation frequently occurs in the short-time gaming state.

Therefore, so that the above situation does not occur frequently, the second hold (U ₂ ) is elected only for either “high probability per short length” or “normal per short length”. It was.

(Step S607)
When the jackpot type is determined as described above, the jackpot determination processing program 262a sets a jackpot symbol (special symbol) corresponding to the jackpot type. The jackpot symbol set is to set the special symbol shown in FIG. 25 (b-1). For example, when winning “long per chance with high probability”, the special symbol “1” is set. Is done.

(Step S608)
If it is determined in step S605 that the jackpot is not a big hit, it is determined whether the result of the big hit random number is a big hit.

(Step S609)
In the above step S608, if the result of the determination of the jackpot random number is that the jackpot is won, the CPU 201a reads the jackpot determination processing program 262a, and based on the symbol random number determination table shown in FIG. 25 (b-3). The design random number is determined. In the present embodiment, there are provided three types of small hits consisting of a small hit 1, a small hit 2, and a small hit 3, and one of the small hits is determined by determining the design random number.

(Step S610)
When the type of small hit is determined as described above, the big hit determination processing program 262a sets the small hit symbol (special symbol) corresponding to the small hit type in the same manner as described above. The small hit symbol is the symbol shown in FIG. 25 (b-3). Regardless of which one of these small hits 1 to 3 is won, the content of the small hit game executed thereafter is exactly the same.

(Step S611)
In step S608, if the winning combination is not a win, so-called losing, the CPU 201a reads the jackpot determination processing program 262a and sets a losing symbol.

(Variation pattern selection process S700)
When the jackpot determination process ends as described above, the CPU 201a next reads the variation pattern selection processing program 262b to determine the variation pattern.

(Step S701)
As shown in FIG. 26, the variation pattern selection processing program 262b determines whether or not the result of the jackpot determination process in step S600 is a jackpot.

(Step S702)
If the result of the jackpot determination process is a jackpot, the jackpot table is selected and set.

(Step S703) (Step S704)
Further, when it is determined that the result of the jackpot determination process is not a jackpot, it is further determined whether or not the result of the jackpot determination process is a jackpot. If the result of the big hit determination process is a small hit (“YES” in step S703), the small hit table is selected and set (step S704).

(Step S705)
Then, when the result of the big hit determination process is neither big hit nor small hit but a loss, the variation pattern selection processing program 262b determines the reach random number written in the processing area based on the reach random number determination table. Do. The reach random number determination will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 25C shows an example of the presence / absence of the reach effect, its appearance probability, and the reach random number.

  As already described, one reach random number is randomly selected from 0 to 250 random numbers. In the present embodiment, the reach random number is determined based on the reach random number determination table only when the jackpot random number is determined to be lost. In the reach random number determination table, as shown in FIG. 25 (c), random numbers from 0 to 24 are determined as an effect with reach, and other random numbers are determined as an effect without reach. Therefore, at the time of losing, the probability that the non-reach effect is executed is increased, while the so-called gas reasure effect that gives the player a sense of expectation is executed with a probability of about 10%. On the other hand, since a reachable effect is always executed at the time of a big hit or a small hit, in this embodiment, a reach random number is acquired, but the reach random number is not determined.

  Here, the effect with reach and the effect without reach determined by the reach random number indicate a mode of effect display (decorative symbol effect) performed on the liquid crystal display 104. In other words, during the special symbol variation display, the symbols composed of several sequences in which the numbers “1” to “9” are continuously written in the vertical direction are displayed in three columns. These symbols start scrolling at the same time.

  Then, in the effect with reach, when the scrolling is stopped and the symbols are stopped and displayed after a predetermined time has elapsed after the start of the scrolling, any two symbols (sequences) are stopped first. At this time, the same number stops and is displayed on a straight line extending horizontally or diagonally, and the last one row gradually decreases the scrolling speed, and the expectation that three identical numbers may be aligned on the straight line. To the player. Such a production with reach includes a so-called super reach production in which various characters appear and the story develops before the last one row of scrolling stops.

  On the other hand, in the non-reach effect, the design is stopped and displayed in a state where the same numbers are not aligned on a straight line extending horizontally or diagonally without giving an effect that gives the player a sense of expectation as described above. .

  As described above, the reach random number is used to determine whether to perform the presence effect or the non-reach effect on the liquid crystal display 104 when the determination result of the jackpot random number is a loss. A reachable effect appears with a probability, so that the player is appropriately expected. In the case of winning a long win, the above-described effect with reach is always performed, and finally the decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in a state where the same numbers are aligned on a straight line extending horizontally or diagonally. On the other hand, in the case of winning with a short win or small win or loss, the decorative design is stopped and displayed in a state where the same numbers are not aligned on the straight line. The effect display including the effect with reach will be described in more detail later.

(Step S706) (Step S707) (Step S708)
As a result of the determination of reach random numbers performed as described above, if it is determined that there is a reach effect, that is, if the reach random numbers are “0” to “24”, the reach table is selected and set. When it is determined that there is no reach effect, that is, when the reach random number is “25” to “250”, the lose table is selected and set.

(Step S709)
Next, the CPU 201a reads the variable random number lottery program 262c, and randomly extracts 1 random numbers from “0” to “250” in the same manner as the reach random numbers.

(Step S710)
Then, the fluctuation pattern selection processing program 262b determines the fluctuation random number extracted in step S709 based on the big hit table, the small hit table, the reach table, and the lose table. Each table determines the variation time of the special symbol and the contents of the effects performed during the variation of the special symbol. For example, in the jackpot table, a random number of “0” to “9” is determined as a reachable effect A with a long fluctuation time of 1 minute, and a random number of “10” to “19” is changed to a long fluctuation time. The effect B with reach of 1 minute 30 seconds is determined, and the random number of “20” to “29” is determined as the effect C with reach of 2 minutes per long time. In addition, when a variable random number is determined based on the big hit table, the small hit table, and the reach table, it is always determined that there is a reach effect. Therefore, based on each of the above-described tables, the determination result of “big hit”, “small win”, “losing” big hit, the variation time, and the presence / absence of reach effect are derived.

(Step S711)
When the variation pattern is determined as described above, the variation pattern selection processing program 262b sets a command as determined above and ends the variation pattern selection processing.

(Step S508)
Next, as shown in FIG. 23, the special symbol variation processing program 262 transmits the jackpot determination result and the information related to the variation pattern determined in Step S600 and Step S700 to the sub-control board 202. Set the production execution command. In this effect execution command, as described above, at least information related to the determination result of the jackpot, “small hit” and “losing”, the variation time of the special symbol, and the mode of the effect (the effect with reach or the effect without reach) Or).

(Step S509)
Then, the CPU 201a reads the special symbol variation display program 262d and starts the special symbol variation display on the special symbol display 118.

(Step S510)
When the special symbol variation display is started as described above, the special symbol variation processing program 262 starts measuring the variation time.

(Step S511)
On the other hand, when “YES” is determined in step S502, the processing of steps S509 and S510 is performed in the routine processing (special symbol variation processing) before the special symbol variation process, and the special symbol variation is performed. This is the case where the display is performed. Therefore, in this case, it is determined whether or not the variation time set in step S711 has elapsed. As a result, if it is determined that the set time has not elapsed, the special symbol variation process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S512)
If it is determined that the time set in step S510 of the routine process (special symbol variation process) before the special symbol variation process has elapsed, the CPU 201a reads out the special symbol variation display program 262d, and the special symbol variation process. The special symbol set in step S600 of the previous routine process (special symbol variation process) is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display 118. As a result, the player is notified of the lottery result.

(Step S513)
Then, the special symbol fluctuation processing program 262 resets the set fluctuation time.

(Processing during change stop S800)
The special lottery result is determined by stopping and displaying the special symbol as described above. Therefore, in the main control board 201, in accordance with the jackpot lottery result, in order to set the subsequent game state and the like, the process during fluctuation stop shown in FIG. 27 is performed.

(Step S801)
The CPU 201a reads the processing program 262e during fluctuation stop and determines whether or not the special symbol that is set is a jackpot symbol.

(Step S802)
If it is determined in step S801 that the set special symbol is not a jackpot symbol, the processing program 262e during fluctuation stop determines whether or not the flag is turned on in the short time game flag storage area 410b. The case where the flag is turned on in the short-time game flag storage area 410b is a case where the current game state is the short-time game state.

(Step S803)
When the current gaming state is the short-time gaming state, the CPU 201a reads the variation count counting program 262f and stores “1” from (J) stored in the remaining variation times (J) storage area 407 of the short-time gaming state. Is stored as a new remaining number of fluctuations (J).

(Step S804) (Step S805)
The remaining fluctuation count (J) of “0” means that the special symbol fluctuation display in the short-time gaming state has been performed a predetermined number of times. Therefore, when the remaining number of changes (J) = 0, the CPU 201a reads the flag deletion program 262g, and turns off the flag stored in the time-saving game flag storage area 410b. Note that if the current gaming state is not the short-time gaming state, the processing of steps S803 to S805 is not performed.

(Step S806)
The processing program 262e during fluctuation suspension determines whether or not the flag is turned on in the high probability game flag storage area 410c. The case where the flag is turned on in the high probability game flag storage area 410c is a case where the current game state is a high probability game state.

(Step S807)
When the current gaming state is the high probability gaming state, the CPU 201a reads the variation count program 262f, and the remaining variation number (X) stored in the remaining variation number (X) storage area 406 of the high probability gaming state. ) Is subtracted from “1” and stored as a new remaining fluctuation count (X).

(Step S808) (Step S809)
When the remaining variation number (X) is “0”, it means that the variation display of the special symbol in the high probability gaming state has been performed a predetermined number of times. Therefore, when the remaining number of changes (X) = 0, the CPU 201a reads the flag deletion program 262g, and turns off the flag stored in the high probability game flag storage area 410c. Note that if the current gaming state is not a high-probability gaming state, the processes in steps S807 to S809 are not performed.

(Step S810) (Step S811)
Further, the processing program 262e during fluctuation stop determines whether or not the set special symbol is a small hit symbol, and if it is a small hit symbol, a flag is set in the small hit game start flag storage area 410f. Turn on.

(Step S812) (Step S813)
In addition, when it is determined in S810 that the set special symbol is not a small hit symbol, the processing program 262e during fluctuation stop determines whether there is a hold (step S812). In other words, the processing program 262e during suspension of suspension determines whether or not the first hold (U ₁ ) stored in the first special symbol hold number (U ₁ ) storage area 402a is 1 or more, and determines whether the second special symbol hold number (U ₁ ) U ₂ ) It is determined whether or not the second hold (U ₂ ) stored in the storage area 402b is 1 or more. As a result, when at least one of the first hold (U ₁ ) and the second hold (U ₂ ) is 1 or more indicating that there is a hold (“YES” in step S813), the variable stop process is performed. finish. On the other hand, when there is no hold, that is, when the first hold (U ₁ ) and the second hold (U ₂ ) are 0 (“NO” in step S812), the variable stop processing program 262e is described above. The measurement of the fluctuation stop time is started (step S813). By this step S813, the elapsed time (that is, the fluctuation stop time) from the time when the last change of the special symbol is stopped without holding is measured. Note that the stop of the variation of the special symbol is substantially the same timing as the stop of the variation of the decorative symbol on the liquid crystal display 104. In addition, the fluctuation stop time started in step S813 is reset when a game ball enters the start ports 105 and 120 (steps S402 and S407 in FIG. 20 described above), and the process during fluctuation stop is ended. .

(Step S814) (Step S815) (Step S816)
On the other hand, when it is determined in step S801 that the set special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the processing program 262e during suspension of suspension determines whether the jackpot symbol is a jackpot symbol per long. That is, it is determined whether the set special symbol is a symbol related to “per length with a high probability time” or “per length with a normal time”. As a result, if it is determined that the jackpot symbol is a jackpot symbol per long, the variable stop processing program 262e turns on the flag in the long hit game start flag storage area 410d (step S815). On the other hand, if it is determined that the jackpot symbol is a short hit jackpot symbol, the variable stoppage processing program 262e turns on the flag in the short hit game start flag storage area 410e (step S816).

  As a result, the processing during suspension of suspension and the special symbol variation processing are completed, and the CPU 201a executes the following subroutine.

(Large winning prize processing S17)
When the special symbol variation process is completed as described above, the CPU 201a reads the special prize opening process program 271 from the ROM 101b and performs the special prize opening process shown in FIG.

(Step S901)
The big winning opening processing program 271 determines whether or not the flag is turned on in the long hit game start flag storage area 410d or the short hit game start flag storage area 410e. As a result, when the flag is turned on in any of the storage areas, the big hit game process (step S1000) shown in FIGS. 29 to 31 is performed.

(Step S902)
On the other hand, if the flag is not turned on in any of the above storage areas in step S901, the big prize opening processing program 271 determines whether or not the flag is turned on in the small hit game start flag storage area 410f. to decide. As a result, when the flag is turned on in the small hit game start flag storage area 410f, the small hit game process shown in FIG. 32 is performed (step S1100). On the other hand, when the flag is not stored in the small hit game start flag storage area 410f, the big winning opening process is ended, and the CPU 201a executes the next subroutine.

(Occasion game processing S1000)
In step S901, if the CPU 201a determines that the flag is ON in the long hit game start flag storage area 410d or the short hit game start flag storage area 410e, the CPU 201a reads out the big hit game processing program 271a, and displays FIG. The jackpot game process shown is started. In the present embodiment, the CPU 201a reads the same program (big hit game processing program 271a) from the ROM 201b and executes it in the long hit game and the short hit game control.

(Step S1001)
The jackpot game is started by sending an opening command. This opening command is used to transmit the jackpot game process start information in the main control board 201 to the sub-control board 202. Therefore, the jackpot game processing program 271a determines whether or not this opening command has already been transmitted.

(Step S1002)
If it is determined in step S1001 that the opening command has not yet been transmitted (“NO” in step S1001), the jackpot game processing program 271a sets the opening command. At this time, if the flag is turned on in the long hit game start flag storage area 410d, that is, if the big hit game process relates to a long hit game, a long hit opening command is set. On the other hand, when the flag is turned on in the short hit game start flag storage area 401e, that is, when the big hit game process relates to the short hit game, the short hit opening command is set.

(Step S1003)
When the opening command is set as described above, the jackpot game processing program 271a starts measuring the opening time and sets the opening time to 5 seconds in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 201c. Thus, when the measurement of the opening time is started, the jackpot game process is terminated. When the sub control board 202 receives the long hit opening command, the sub control board 202 performs an opening effect for starting the long hit game, and displays a background image peculiar to the long hit game on the liquid crystal display 104. Is done. On the other hand, when the short hit opening command is received, an opening effect for starting the short hit game is executed on the sub control board 202, and a background image specific to the short hit game is displayed on the liquid crystal display 104.

  Although a detailed description is omitted, the background image specific to the long hit game is continuously displayed until the long hit game ends, and the background image specific to the short hit game is a special symbol after the short hit game ends. Are continuously displayed until a predetermined number of times are displayed.

(Step S1004)
If it is determined in step S1001 that an opening command has already been transmitted, the jackpot game processing program 271a determines whether or not it is currently opening.

(Step S1005)
If it is determined in step S1004 that the opening is currently being performed, it is determined whether a preset opening time has elapsed. As a result, if the set time has not elapsed, the jackpot game process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S1006)
If it is determined in step S1005 that the set time has elapsed, the big hit game processing program 271a clears the winning prize opening number (C) storage area 409.

(Step S1007)
Next, the jackpot game processing program 271a adds “1” to the current round game number (R) stored in the round game number (R) storage area 408 and stores it. If it is currently open (“YES” in step S1004) and it is determined that the set opening time has elapsed (“YES” in step S1005), the number of round games (R) storage area 408 Nothing is remembered. That is, since no round game has been performed yet, “1” is stored in the round game count (R) storage area 408.

(Step S1008)
The jackpot game processing program 271a sets a round start command so as to transmit the start information of the round game in the main control board 201 to the sub control board 202. When the sub control board 202 receives a round start command in the long hit gaming state, for example, a display for presentation is performed such as “fifth round”. On the other hand, even if the sub control board 202 receives the round start command in the short hit gaming state, no control for presentation is performed.

(Step S1009) (Step S1010) (Step S1011)
The jackpot game processing program 271a determines whether or not a flag is turned on in the long hit game start flag storage area 410d (step S1009). When the long hit game start flag storage area 410d is ON, energization of the opening / closing solenoid of the big prize opening unit 109 is started to open the opening / closing door 109a, and to a predetermined storage area of the RAM 201c. The energization time of the open / close solenoid of the special winning a prize opening unit 109 is set to 30 seconds (step S1010). On the other hand, the case where the flag is not turned on in the long hit game start flag storage area 410d is a case where the flag is turned on in the short hit game start flag storage area 410e and the short hit game is executed. Therefore, in this case, energization of the open / close solenoid of the big prize opening unit 109 is started to open the open / close door 109a, and the energization time of the open / close solenoid of the big prize opening unit 109 is set to 0 in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 201c. .1 second is set (step S1011).

(Step S1012)
When energization of the open / close solenoid of the big prize opening unit 109 is started as described above, the big hit game processing program 271a starts measuring the opening time of the big prize opening unit 109 and ends the big hit game processing.

(Step S1013)
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1004 that the opening is not in progress, the jackpot game processing program 271a determines whether or not it is currently in the interval. As will be described later in detail, the interval here is a pause time set between round games and is set to 2 seconds in this embodiment. Therefore, if it is determined that the interval is in progress, it is determined in step S1005 whether or not the interval time of 2 seconds has elapsed. If the set time (2 seconds) has not elapsed, the jackpot game processing is performed. Exit and execute the next subroutine.

  On the other hand, when the set time has elapsed, the processes of steps S1006 to S1012 are executed as processes for starting the next round game.

(Step S1014) (Step S1015)
If it is determined in step S1013 that the interval is not in progress, the jackpot game processing program 271a determines whether the ending is currently in progress. Ending here refers to processing after finishing a predetermined number of round games. Therefore, if it is determined that the ending is currently in progress, it is determined in step S1015 whether the set ending time has elapsed. When it is determined that the set time has not elapsed (“NO” in step S1015), the jackpot game process is terminated as it is, and when it is determined that the set time has elapsed (“YES” in step S1015). Then, the process shown in FIG.

  In step S1014, the case where it is determined that the ending is not in progress means that the game is not being opened, during the interval, or during the ending, that is, the big winning opening unit 109 is being opened in the jackpot game. . As described above, when it is determined “NO” in step S1014, that is, when it is determined that the big prize opening unit 109 is being opened, the jackpot game processing program 271a continues to execute the processing shown in FIG.

(Step S1016) (Step S1017)
As shown in FIG. 30, when the big prize opening detection SW is ON, the big hit game processing program 271 a stores the number of balls (C) stored in the big prize opening number (C) storage area 409. “1” is added to the number of balls, and the number of entered balls (C) is newly stored (step S1017).

(Step S1018) (Step S1019) (Step S1020)
Next, the jackpot game processing program 271a has passed the set open time, in other words, the energization time of the open / close solenoid of the big prize winning unit 109 (long hit game = 30 seconds, short hit game = 0.1 seconds). It is determined whether or not (step S1018). As a result, when it is determined that the set time has elapsed, the big hit game processing program 271a stops energization of the open / close solenoid of the big prize opening unit 109 (step S1020).

  In addition, even if the predetermined number (9) of game balls have entered the big prize opening unit 109 even within the set opening time (“YES” in step S1019), the same as above, The energization of the open / close solenoid of the winning prize opening unit 109 is stopped.

  If the set time has not elapsed (“NO” in step S1018) and the number of entered balls (C) has not reached the predetermined number (“NO” in step S1019), the jackpot game is continued as it is. End the process.

(Step S1021)
When energization of the open / close solenoid of the big prize opening unit 109 is stopped, the big hit game processing program 271a determines whether or not the round game number (R) stored in the round game number (R) storage area 408 is the maximum. . In the present embodiment, the maximum round game number is set to “15” for the long game and “2” for the short game.

(Step S1022)
If it is determined in step S1021 that the number of round games (R) has reached the maximum, the jackpot game processing program 271a resets the number of entered balls (C) and the number of round games (R).

(Step S1023) (Step S1024)
Also, the jackpot game processing program 271a sets an ending command to transmit the jackpot game end information to the sub-control board 202 (step S1023). At this time, although not specifically shown, when the long hit game start flag is ON as in the case of the opening command set, the long hit ending command is set and the short hit game start flag is turned ON. If so, a short hit ending command is set. At the same time, the time required for the ending, that is, the ending time (for example, 5 seconds) is stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 201c, and measurement of the ending time is started (step S1024). When the big hit game processing is completed as described above, the following subroutine is executed.

(Step S1025) (Step S1026)
On the other hand, if the number of round games (R) has not reached the maximum (“NO” in step S1021), the jackpot game processing program 271a sets an interval time to execute the next round game. In this embodiment, since the interval from the end of the round game to the start of the next round game is 2 seconds, 2 seconds is stored in the predetermined storage area of the RAM 201c (step S1025), and the interval time Measurement is started (step S1026).

  In FIG. 29, if it is determined in step S1014 that the ending is in progress, and it is determined in step S1015 that the ending time has elapsed, the game after the end of the long win game or the short win game In order to set the state, the processing shown in FIG. 31 is executed.

(Step S1027)
The CPU 201a reads the flag erasing program 271c and turns off the flag that is turned on in the long hit game start flag storage area 410d or the short hit game start flag storage area 410e.

(Step S1028)
Next, the jackpot game processing program 271a determines whether or not the special symbol set in step S607 and triggering the jackpot game is a high-probability jackpot symbol. In other words, the set special symbol is one per “long per short with high probability”, “short per short with high probability” or “short per short without high probability” (“1” “3” “5” ).

(Step S1029)
In step S1028, if the set special symbol is a symbol related to a high probability jackpot, the CPU 201a reads the flag addition program 271b and turns on the flag in the high probability game flag storage area 410c. If the current gaming state is a high-probability gaming state, the flag has already been turned on, so the flag is left on as it is.

(Step S1030)
Further, the jackpot game processing program 271a stores, in the remaining variation count (X) storage area 406 of the high probability gaming state, how many times the jackpot random number is determined in the “high probability random number determination table” thereafter. In the present embodiment, “10000” is stored in the remaining number of fluctuations (X).

(Step S1031)
On the other hand, when it is determined in step S1028 that the set jackpot symbol is a normal jackpot symbol, that is, the set special symbol is “per length with normal time shortening” “short with normal time shortening”. When it is determined that the symbol is one of “hit” and “short win without normal time” (“2”, “4”, “6”), the CPU 201a reads the flag deletion program 271c and stores the high-probability game flag. The flag in the area 410c is turned off. If the current gaming state is a low-probability gaming state, the flag is originally turned off, so that the flag is kept off as it is.

(Step S1032)
The jackpot game processing program 271a resets the data if the data is stored in the remaining fluctuation count (X) storage area 406 of the high probability gaming state.

(Step S1033)
Further, the jackpot game processing program 271a further determines whether the jackpot symbol is a jackpot symbol with a short time. In other words, the set special symbol is one of “one per long with high probability”, “one per short with normal”, “one per short with high probability” or “one per short with normal” (“1”). "2""3""4").

(Step S1034)
If it is determined in step S1033 that the jackpot symbol is a jackpot symbol with a time reduction, the CPU 201a reads the flag addition program 271b and turns on the flag in the time saving game flag storage area 410b.

(Step S1035) (Step S1036)
When the jackpot symbol is a high-probability jackpot symbol (“YES” in step S1035), that is, the symbol (“1” “ 3 "), the CPU 201a reads out the short time duration setting program 271d, and stores" 10000 "in the remaining fluctuation count (J) storage area 407 of the short time gaming state (step S1036).

(Step S1037)
On the other hand, when the jackpot symbol is not a jackpot symbol with a high probability but a jackpot symbol with a low probability (“NO” in step S1035), that is, “per length with a low probability and a short hit” or “short hit with a low probability and a short” In the case of the symbol ("2""4"), the CPU 201a reads the short time duration setting program 271d, and stores "100" in the short time gaming state remaining fluctuation count (J) storage area 407 ( Step S1037). Thereby, the jackpot game process is completed.

(Step S1038)
On the other hand, when it is determined in the step S1033 that the jackpot symbol is a jackpot symbol without time reduction, that is, the set special symbol is “high probability short / short short hit” or “normal short / short short hit”. When it is determined that the symbol is related to the symbol (“5” “6”), the CPU 201a reads the flag erasing program 271c and turns off the flag in the time-saving game flag storage area 410b.

(Step S1039)
In addition, when a numerical value (J) is stored in the remaining fluctuation count (J) storage area 407 of the short-time gaming state, the numerical value (J) is cleared. If the current gaming state is a non-time-saving gaming state, the flag is originally turned off, so the flag is kept turned off as it is.

(Step S1040) (Step S1041)
Furthermore, the jackpot game processing program 271a determines whether or not there is a hold (step S1040), similarly to step S812 and step S813. That is, the jackpot game processing program 271a determines whether or not the first hold (U ₁ ) stored in the first special symbol hold number (U ₁ ) storage area 402a is 1 or more, whether the second special symbol hold number (U ₁ ) ₂ ) It is determined whether or not the second hold (U ₂ ) stored in the storage area 402b is 1 or more. As a result, if at least one of the first hold (U ₁ ) and the second hold (U ₂ ) is 1 or more indicating that there is a hold (“YES” in step S1040), the jackpot game process is terminated. To do. On the other hand, when there is no hold, that is, when the first hold (U ₁ ) and the second hold (U ₂ ) are 0 (“NO” in step S1040), the jackpot game processing program 271a is changed as described above. The measurement of the stop time is started (step S1041). As described above, when the jackpot game process is completed, the following subroutine is executed.

(Small hit game processing S1100)
If it is determined in step S902 that the flag is turned on in the small hit game start flag storage area 410f, the CPU 201a reads the small hit game processing program 271e and starts the small hit game process shown in FIG. .

(Step S1101)
The small hit game is started by sending an opening command. This opening command is for transmitting the start information of the small hit game process in the main control board 201 to the sub control board 202. Therefore, the small hit game processing program 271e determines whether or not this opening command has already been transmitted.

(Step S1102)
If it is determined in step S1101 that the opening command has not yet been transmitted, the small hit game processing program 271e sets the opening command to be transmitted to the sub control board 202. At this time, the small hit game processing program 271e sets a short hit opening command as in the big hit game processing program 271a. That is, the same command is set at the start of the small hit game and at the start of the short hit game. In this way, the small hit game processing program 271e sets the short hit opening command when the sub-control board 202 receives the command, or is the small hit game started or short hit game started? Is to make it indistinguishable. Thereby, in the sub control board 202, it is possible to reliably control the same effect in the small hit game and the short hit game.

(Step S1103)
When the command is set as described above, the small hit game processing program 271e starts measuring the opening time and ends the small hit game processing.

(Step S1104)
When it is determined in step S1101 that the opening command has already been transmitted, the small hit game processing program 271e determines whether or not the opening command is currently being opened.

(Step S1105)
If it is determined in step S1104 that the opening is currently in progress, it is determined whether a preset opening time has elapsed. As a result, if it is determined that the set time has not elapsed, the small hit game process is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S1106) (Step S1107)
If it is determined in step S1105 that the set time has elapsed, a command for energizing and controlling the open / close solenoid of the special prize opening unit 109 is set. This command is an instruction for energizing the opening / closing solenoid of the special prize opening unit 109 twice for 0.1 seconds with an interval of 2 seconds. In other words, unlike the big hit game process, in the big hit game process, the control for the opening / closing solenoid of the big prize opening unit 109, that is, the opening / closing operation of the big prize opening unit 109 is performed as a series of operations. It starts when the opening time has passed.

  Further, the small hit game processing program 271e starts measuring the big winning opening operating time (step S1107), and ends the small hit game processing.

(Step S1108)
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1104 that the opening is not in progress, the small hit game processing program 271e determines whether or not the ending is currently in progress. Ending here refers to processing after the preset opening / closing control of the big prize opening unit 109 is completed.

(Step S1109) (Step S1110)
If it is determined in step S1108 that the ending is not in progress, it means that neither the opening nor the ending is in progress, that is, the big winning opening unit 109 is continuously operating in the small hit game. Therefore, here, the small winning game processing program 271e determines whether or not the big winning opening detection SW is ON (step S1109), and when the detection SW is ON, the big winning opening entrance ball “1” is added to the number of entered balls (C) stored in the number (C) storage area 409 to newly store the number of entered balls (C) (step S1110).

(Step S1111) (Step S1112) (Step S1113)
Next, the small hit game processing program 271e determines whether or not the set operation time has elapsed (step S1111). The operating time here means the energization time of the first opening / closing solenoid of the big prize opening unit 109 (0.1 sec) + the interval time (2 seconds) + the energization time of the opening / closing solenoid of the second big winning prize opening unit 109 ( 0.1 seconds) is 2.2 seconds in total. When this operating time has elapsed, the special prize opening / closing solenoid control is terminated (step S1113).

  Further, even if the predetermined number (for example, nine) of game balls have entered the big prize opening unit 109 even within the set opening time (“YES” in step S1112), the small hit game processing program 271e finishes the special prize opening / closing solenoid control.

  If the operating time has not elapsed and the number of entered balls (C) has not reached the predetermined number, the small hit game process is terminated as it is (NO in step S1112).

(Step S1114)
In step S1113, when the big winning opening opening / closing solenoid control is completed, the small hit game processing program 271e resets the number of winning (C) stored in the big winning opening (C) storage area 409.

(Step S1115) (Step S1116)
Further, the small hit game processing program 271e sets an ending command to transmit information on the end of the small hit game to the sub-control board 202 (step S1115). The ending command set at this time is the same as the short hitting ending command set in the short hit gaming state. That is, similar to the opening command, the same command is set for the short hit game and the small hit game for the ending command. At the same time, the time required for ending (for example, 5 seconds) is stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 201c, and measurement of the ending time is started (step S1116).

(Step S1117)
If it is determined in step S1108 that the ending is being performed, it is determined whether or not the ending time set in the routine process before the routine process has elapsed. As a result, when it is determined that the ending time has not elapsed, the small hit game processing is ended here.

  In the routine processing, when the processing from step S1109 to step S1116 is performed, “NO” is always determined in step S1117.

(Step S1118)
Next, the CPU 201a reads the flag erasing program 271f and turns off the flag turned on in the small hit game start flag storage area 410f.

(Step S1119) (Step S1120)
Further, the small hit game processing program 271e determines whether or not there is a hold (step S1119) in the same manner as in steps S1040 and S1041. That is, the small hit game processing program 271e determines whether or not the first hold (U ₁ ) stored in the first special symbol hold number (U ₁ ) storage area 402a is 1 or more, and the second special symbol hold number ( U ₂ ) It is determined whether or not the second hold (U ₂ ) stored in the storage area 402b is 1 or more. As a result, when at least one of the first hold (U ₁ ) and the second hold (U ₂ ) is 1 or more indicating that there is a hold (“YES” in step S1119), the small hit game process is performed. finish. On the other hand, when there is no hold, that is, when the first hold (U ₁ ) and the second hold (U ₂ ) are 0 (“NO” in step S1119), the small hit game processing program 271e is described above. The measurement of the fluctuation stop time is started (step S1120). As described above, when the small hit game processing is completed, the following subroutine is executed.

  When the special winning opening process is completed as described above, the CPU 201a reads a prize ball processing program from the ROM 201b, and performs a process S18 for paying out a predetermined prize ball according to the detection signal of each detection SW (see FIG. 16). ). In the present embodiment, detailed description of the prize ball processing is omitted.

(Standby process S19)
When the prize ball processing is completed as described above, the CPU 201a reads the standby processing program 280 from the ROM 201b, and executes the standby processing shown in FIG.

(Step S1151)
As shown in FIG. 33, the standby processing program 280 first determines whether or not the variable stop time is equal to or longer than a predetermined time (for example, 1 minute) set in advance. As described above, the variation stop time starts from the time when the last special symbol and decoration symbol variation stops without holding, or the time when the big hit game or the small hit game ends without holding ( The elapsed stop time during the counting is reset (steps S402 and S407 in FIG. 20) when the game ball enters the start ports 105 and 120. If the variable stop time is equal to or longer than the predetermined time, there is no ball entering the start ports 105 and 120 for the predetermined time or longer, and the pachinko machine 100 is in a standby state (non-game state) in which the player is not playing. It can be said.

(Step S1152)
Therefore, when it is determined in step S1151 that the variable stop time is equal to or longer than the predetermined time, the standby processing program 280 sets a standby command indicating that the process shifts to the standby state. That is, the standby processing program 280 of the main control board 201 sets a standby command in order to execute the standby effect in the effect execution means such as the liquid crystal display 104. The standby effect is an effect that is executed when the pachinko machine 100 is in the standby state, and the standby command is a command for instructing the standby effect from the main control board 201 to the sub-control board 202.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1151 that the fluctuation stop time has not passed the predetermined time, the standby process is terminated and the next routine process is executed.

  As described above with reference to FIG. 33, the CPU 201a of the main control board 201 operates based on the standby processing program 280. As a result, in the normal game progress state, the big hit game or the small hit game is finished when there is no ball entering the start openings 105 and 120 for a predetermined time or more after the previous stoppage of the decorative symbols or when there is no hold. Sometimes the game progresses to the standby state. When shifting to this standby state, the CPU 201a sets a standby command, and switches the operation state of the gaming machine from the progress state of the game to the standby state. In addition, when a ball enters the start openings 105 and 120 in the standby state, the standby state is switched to the game progress state by an effect execution command transmitted from the main control board 201 to the sub control board 202. In this way, the CPU 201a of the main control board 201 always uses a timer or the like in the progress state of the game, and the time that has passed since the last change in the decorative symbols is stopped, or the jackpot game or The variable stop time, which is the elapsed time since the end of the small hit game, is counted. When the variable stop time exceeds a predetermined time (for example, 1 minute), a standby command is set. To switch from the game progress state to the standby state. In this standby state, a standby effect image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 by the sub-control board 202 described later.

(Output process S20)
When the standby process S19 ends, the CPU 201a finally reads the output process program 290 and executes the output process.

(Step S1201) to (Step S1208)
The output processing program 290 transmits each command to the sub-control board 202 as shown in FIG. The effect execution command transmitted in step S1201 is a command set in the special symbol variation process (see step S508 in FIG. 23).

  Each command transmitted in steps S1202 to S1204 is a command set during the long hit game process, and all commands transmitted in steps S1205 to S1207 are commands set during the jackpot game process. (See FIG. 29).

  However, the short hitting opening command transmitted in step S1205 and the short hitting ending command transmitted in step S1207 are also set during the small hit game processing (see step S1102 and step S1115 in FIG. 32).

  Further, the standby command transmitted in step S1208 is a command set in the standby process of FIG. 33 (see step S1152 of FIG. 33).

(Step S1209)
The contents determined in each subroutine process are transmitted to the external device as a command. Examples of the external device include a display device installed above the pachinko machine 100. This display device notifies the player of various information such as the total number of lottery wins, the number of wins for the jackpot, or the number of wins with a high probability jackpot, and in order to notify the player of such information, The output processing program 290 transmits necessary information to the external device as a command.

  As described above, in the main control board 201, the CPU 201a reads out each main program and subprogram and executes all the above-described processes every 0.004 seconds.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 35, processing in the sub control board 202 when each command is transmitted from the main control board 201 will be described. Each command transmitted from the main control board 201 is stored in the RAM 202c of the sub control board 202. The CPU 202a of the sub control board 202 checks whether or not a command is stored in the RAM 202c, for example, every 0.004 seconds, and controls an effect based on each stored command. FIG. 35 shows a main subroutine executed in the sub-control board 202. The CPU 202a waits for reception of commands (S1250) → effect execution command reception processing (S1300) → special game command reception processing (S1400) → decoration. Symbol variation display (S1700) → speaker control (S1800) → effect command transmission processing (S1900) is repeated.

(Standby command reception process S1250)
First, the CPU 202a of the sub control board 202 reads the standby effect control program 343 from the ROM 202b and executes standby command reception processing. FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing in detail the standby command reception process of FIG.

(Step S1251)
As shown in FIG. 36, first, the standby effect control program 343 determines whether or not the standby command received from the main control board 201 is stored in the RAM 202c.

(Step S1252)
If it is determined in step S1251 that a standby command is stored, the standby effect control program 343 controls the liquid crystal display 104 to display a conventional demonstration image as a standby effect image. This demonstration image is an image representing a demonstration for the promotion of the pachinko machine 100, as shown in FIGS. 37 (a) and 38 (a), for example, explanation of the pachinko machine 100, game contents, pachinko machine 100 However, the standby effect image is not limited to such an example, and may be any image that displays arbitrary information related to the pachinko machine 100, such as a moving image or a still image. It doesn't matter.

(Step S1253)
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1251 that the standby command is not stored in the RAM 202c, the standby effect control program 343 displays the standby effect image (for example, a demonstration image) currently displayed on the liquid crystal display 104. Determine if it is in the middle. As a result, when it is determined that the standby effect image is not displayed, the standby command reception process is terminated as it is, and the next routine process is executed.

(Step S1254)
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1253 that the standby effect image is being displayed, the standby effect control program 343 causes the sub-control board 202 to output the first detection signal of the vibration detection device 150 described above. Based on whether or not the first detection signal is received from 186a, it is determined whether or not the player presses the pachinko machine 100. The first detection signal is generated when the player presses any part of the pachinko machine 100 (for example, the operation handle 113, the glass plate 126, the tray unit 119, the frame member 110, etc.). When pressed by grasping 113, the vibration detecting device 150 detects the pressed pressure, and the first detection signal output means 186a outputs the first detection signal to the sub-control board 202. A 1st detection signal is a signal showing generation | occurrence | production of the player's press with respect to the pachinko machine 100, and the strength of the said press. If the result of determination in step S1254 is that the first detection signal has not been received and no pressure has been detected, display processing of the demonstration image in step S1252 is continued and all standby command reception processing is terminated. Then, the following subroutine is executed.

(Step S1255)
On the other hand, when the first detection signal is received in S1254 and a press by the player is detected, the standby effect control program 343 further determines that the strength of the press is a strength within a predetermined range that is legitimate as an effect of inducing the effect. It is determined whether or not. Specifically, when the standby effect control program 343 detects the first detection signal, the magnitude of the pressure represented by the first detection signal is equal to or less than a predetermined threshold value (appropriate upper limit value for the effect of inducing the effect). It is determined whether or not.

(Step S1256)
As a result of the determination in step S1255, if it is determined that the magnitude of the pressure represented by the first detection signal is equal to or less than the predetermined threshold value, the strength of the pressure is within an appropriate range, and this is a legitimate performance attraction act. The standby effect control program 343 controls the liquid crystal display 104 so that the effect image displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 is switched from the demonstration image whose display control is started in step S1252 to another effect image. .

  Here, an example of switching the display of the effect image according to the detection of the press will be described with reference to FIGS. 37 and 38. For example, as shown in FIG. 37, an effect image displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 is displayed as an image including a decorative pattern displayed in the progress state of the game from the currently displayed demonstration image (FIG. 37A). You may switch to FIG.37 (b)). If the image including the decorative symbols in FIG. 37 (b) is a combination of decorative symbols (“768” in the illustrated example) when stopped by the previous variation display, the player can win a big hit last time. You can check the decorative pattern when you lose the lottery. Thus, in response to the detection of the press, the effect image displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 is switched from the demonstration image to the decorative pattern shown in FIG. It can be given, and the playability is improved.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 38, the effect image displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 is changed from the demonstration image (FIG. 38 (a)) in which the display control is started in S1252, to the premium image (FIG. 38 (b)). You may switch to. The premium image may be, for example, a valuable image with a low appearance rate in the progress state of the game, or may be a dedicated image in a standby state that does not appear at all in the progress state of the game. By displaying such a premium image, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game, enhance the player's psychological state, and maintain the game motivation and expectation.

  In addition, although not shown, the effect image displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 is changed from the demonstration image (FIG. 38A) to the past game history information of the pachinko machine 100 (for example, the number of hits on the day, probability fluctuation) It is also possible to switch to an image representing the number of jackpots, the number of games from the previous jackpot, the total number of games, etc. By displaying such an image representing the game history information, the player presses a predetermined portion of the pachinko machine 100 displaying the demonstration image when selecting the pachinko machine 100 to play (for example, an operation handle). By simply holding the 113 and applying a pressing force to the operation handle 113), history information such as the number of past jackpots and the number of probability changes of the pachinko machine 100 can be displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 to check the information. Therefore, it is convenient in selecting a game machine. Note that an operation tool (for example, a joystick or a push button) other than the operation handle 113 may be provided on the pachinko machine 100 so as to press the operation tool.

  Although not shown, the effect image displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 is switched from the standby effect image such as the demonstration image (FIG. 38A) to another standby effect image (another demonstration image). You may do it. At this time, the other standby effect image may be a dedicated image or the like when the first detection signal representing a valid press is detected. In this way, by switching the displayed standby effect image to another standby effect image (other demonstration image), the user feels fatigue even when the start opening 105, 120 is not entered after the game starts. It can alleviate the feeling of resentment and improve the taste.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the standby effect image (demonstration image) being displayed is switched to another effect image in response to the detection of the first detection signal (detection of the press by the player). As a result, even in the standby state, triggered by the detection of the pressing, the effect display that was not performed unless the ball was entered into the start openings 105 and 120 in the past is executed instead of the existing demonstration display. . With this configuration, even after the game is started and before the game balls enter the start openings 105 and 120, the game can be accentuated to improve the gameability and maintain the player's willingness to play. Can be made.

  As long as the standby effect image displayed in the standby state is switched to another effect image in response to the detection of the first detection signal, the image after switching may be an arbitrary effect image. Here, the example of switching the effect image of the liquid crystal display 104 has been described, but the effect executed according to the press detection is not limited to such an example, and any effect executing means (liquid crystal) included in the pachinko machine 100 is provided. Various display means such as the display device 104, sound output means, etc.) can be performed. For example, the “production” may be an effect display on other display means provided in the pachinko machine 100, an effect produced by other output means (for example, blinking of the lamp 236, the effect light 111, etc., audio output means such as the speaker 237, etc. Audio production), production by physical driving of an object arranged on the game board 101 of the pachinko machine 100 (for example, operation of the production actors 115, 116, etc., opening of the winning opening 109, the start opening 120, etc.) ) Etc. Thus, in response to the detection of a valid press, the “effect” provided by the pachinko machine 100 is switched from a general standby effect image (demonstration image) to a predetermined effect set in advance. Accenting the monotony of the game can improve the game performance, and the player's willingness to play can be maintained.

(Step S1257)
On the other hand, as a result of the determination in S1255, when it is determined that the magnitude of the pressure represented by the first detection signal exceeds the predetermined threshold (that is, outside the legal predetermined range), the pressure by the player Is excessively strong, and there is a possibility that it corresponds to an illegal act such as an act of applying a strong pressure to the pachinko machine 100 with a driver, a wire, or the like (for example, barb). For this reason, the standby effect control program 343 executes a fraud handling process for dealing with the fraud. The fraud handling process here is a process of notifying a fraudulent act caused by the player's pressing. For example, instead of a demonstration image as shown in FIG. 38 (a), a warning image as shown in FIG. 38 (c). This is a display control process for displaying (a predetermined image that prompts the player not to press the table strongly). However, the fraud handling process of the present invention is not limited to such an example, and may be, for example, a notification process for generating a warning sound indicating the occurrence of a fraud or a notification process for notifying the hall computer of fraud. Further, from the viewpoint of appropriately detecting such fraud, the vibration detection device 150 may be placed at any location other than the operation handle 113 of the pachinko machine 100 (for example, an iron plate 127 disposed on the upper back side of the frame member 110). You may install in the place where a deformation | transformation of the frame member 110 is easy to be detected. Even in this case, the vibration detection device 150 can detect the player's legitimate pressing action (direction attraction action).

  In this manner, when an improper press by the player is detected during the standby state of the pachinko machine 100 (that is, the magnitude of the pressure applied to the pachinko machine 100 by the press exceeds the predetermined threshold value). In the case), the sub control board 202 as the fraud countermeasure executing means executes fraud countermeasure processing such as notifying of fraud. As a result, it is possible to appropriately detect an illegal press by a player as an illegal act (for example, “hariganegoto” act), and appropriately perform an illegal response process such as notifying the illegal in response to the detection. Can be prevented.

(Production execution command reception processing S1300)
When the standby command reception process ends as described above, the CPU 202a reads the effect execution command reception processing program 320 from the ROM 202b, and executes the effect execution command reception process shown in FIG.

(Step S1301)
The effect execution command reception processing program 320 determines whether or not an effect execution command is stored in the RAM 202c. As a result, when the effect execution command is not stored, the effect execution command receiving process is terminated, and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S1302)
If it is determined in step S1301 that an effect execution command is stored, one effect table is selected from a plurality of effect tables stored in the ROM 202b based on the effect execution command.

  The effect execution command has information on the contents of the special symbol from which the variable display is started, that is, whether the special symbol related to the big hit, the small hit, or the loss is displayed. Further, it has information on whether the effect performed at the time of the variable symbol display of the special symbol is the effect with reach or the effect without reach, and further the time of the effect.

  The ROM 202b stores a long hit effect table, a short hit and small hit effect table, an effect table with lose reach, and an effect table without lose reach. Each of these tables is further provided with a plurality of effect patterns respectively corresponding to a plurality of variable times determined by the main control board 201. For example, there is a table for 4 seconds, 8 seconds, and 12 seconds in the effect table without los-reach, and each table for 4 seconds, 8 seconds, and 12 seconds has a dedicated time. A plurality of performance patterns which are equal but have different processes are prepared. Similarly, a table for 1 minute, 1 minute 30 seconds, and 2 minutes is provided in the long hit effect table, and a plurality of effect patterns are prepared for each table. Such a plurality of performance patterns differ in the characters appearing, the method of stopping special symbols, the presence or absence of restart, etc., and generally the longer the variation time, the higher the probability of transition to special games.

  The effect execution command reception processing program 320 selects one effect table from the plurality of tables based on the information included in the received effect execution command. For example, when the received effect execution command has information “long hit” and “variation time 1 minute 30 seconds”, a long hit effect table for 1 minute 30 seconds is selected.

  For example, it is assumed that an effect pattern including a chance button effect is selected from the long hit effect table for 1 minute 30 seconds in response to the effect execution commands “long per minute” and “variation time 1 minute 30 seconds” described above. To do. In such a production pattern, as with the so-called “chance button”, the guidance display prompting the player to press the saucer unit 119 or the operating handle 113 to be pressed or gripped is a first predetermined time after the start of the change of the special symbol, for example, 30 seconds. The display is continued until a second predetermined time, for example, 35 seconds later, until it is pressed later. If there is a press from the player during this time, a first detection signal is output from the vibration detection device 150 provided on the internal mounting plate of the operation handle 113 of the pachinko machine 100, and the effect execution means is controlled like the chance button. . Details of the effect pattern will be described later.

(Step S1303) (Step S1304)
Next, the CPU 202a reads the effect random number lottery program 321 and randomly extracts one random number from the random numbers “0” to “250” (step S1303).

  Then, the CPU 202a reads the effect random number determination processing program 322 and determines the acquired random number based on the effect table determined in step S1302. In the effect table, a random number and an effect pattern are associated with each other, and one effect pattern is determined from a number of effect patterns according to the random number (step S1304). Here, the decorative symbol pattern on the liquid crystal display 104, the operation pattern of the effect actor operating device 235, the irradiation pattern of the effect light 111, and the sound pattern output from the speaker 237 are determined. The production pattern prepared here may be decided uniformly over the entire occupation time, but only the production other than the predetermined period in the occupation time is decided, and the production for the predetermined period is in the later stage. You may decide. For example, when the effect pattern includes a chance button effect, an effect that is executed for a predetermined period after the player's beating can be determined at that time according to the beating.

  As a result, the effect execution command reception process ends, and the CPU 202a executes the following subroutine.

(Special game command reception process S1400)
When the effect execution command reception process is completed as described above, the CPU 202a reads the special game command reception processing program 330 from the ROM 202b, and performs the special game command reception process shown in FIG.

(Step S1401)
The special game command reception processing program 330 determines whether or not the long hit command (opening command, round start command, ending command) is stored in the RAM 202c. As a result, when the long hit command is stored, the long hit command receiving process shown in FIG. 41 is performed (step S1500).

(Step S1402)
On the other hand, if the special game command reception processing program 330 determines in step S1401 that the long hit command is not stored in the RAM 202c, the short hit command (opening command, round start command, ending command) is further determined. ) Is stored. As a result, when the short hit command is stored, the short hit command receiving process shown in FIG. 42 is performed (step S1600). If it is determined that the short hit command is not stored in the RAM 202c, the CPU 202a ends the special game command reception process and executes the next subroutine.

(Long command reception processing S1500)
If it is determined in step S1401 that the long hit command is stored in the RAM 202c, the CPU 202a reads the long hit command reception processing program 331 and starts the long hit command receiving process shown in FIG. To do.

(Step S1501)
The long hit command reception processing program 331 determines whether or not the command stored in the RAM 202c is a long hit opening command.

(Step S1502)
When the long hitting opening command is stored in the RAM 202c, the long hitting command reception processing program 331 first controls the image display on the liquid crystal display 104 and outputs sound from the speaker 237. Then, a command related to the effect performed during the long hit game (the long hit game effect command) is set. The “long-game playing effect command” set here is a command for operating the effect actor operating device 235 and a command for lighting the effect light 111. The effects performed based on these commands are continuously performed from the start to the end of the long hit game.

(Step S1503)
In addition, the long hit command reception processing program 331 displays, for example, a message “start long hit game” on the liquid crystal display 104 or the speaker 237 or informs by voice at the start of the long hit game. When this processing is completed, the CPU 202a ends the long hit command reception processing in the routine processing and executes the next subroutine processing.

(Step S1504)
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1501 that the command stored in the RAM 202c is not the long hitting opening command, the long hitting command reception processing program 331 is stored in the RAM 202c. It is determined whether the current command is a round start command.

(Step S1505)
When it is determined that the command stored in the RAM 202c is a round start command, the long hit command reception processing program 331 displays, for example, a message “fifth round” on the liquid crystal display 104 in a superimposed manner. .

(Step S1506)
On the other hand, a case where the command stored in the RAM 202c is not a round start command is a case where a long hitting ending command is stored in the RAM 202c. Therefore, in this case, the long hit command reception processing program 331 ends the effect continuously performed from the start of the long hit game on the liquid crystal display 104 and executes the ending effect. Also, a long hitting ending effect command is set for the lamp control board 206.

(Short hit command reception processing S1600)
If it is determined in step S1402 that the short hit command is stored in the RAM 202c, the CPU 202a reads the short hit command reception processing program 332 and starts the short hit command reception process shown in FIG. To do.

  In the present embodiment, the same short hit command is transmitted in both the short hit game and the small hit game. Therefore, in the sub-control board 202, the following processing is executed without distinguishing whether the short hit game or the small hit game is being executed.

(Step S1601)
The short hit command reception processing program 332 determines whether or not the command stored in the RAM 202c is a short hit opening command.

(Step S1602)
When the short hit opening command is stored in the RAM 202c, the short hit command reception processing program 332 controls image display on the liquid crystal display 104 and outputs sound from the speaker 237. Then, a command related to an effect performed during the short hit game or the small hit game (short hit / small hit effect command) is set. The “short hit / small hit game effect command” set here is a command for operating the effect agent actuating device 235 and a command for turning on the effect light 111. The effects performed based on these commands are continuously performed from the start to the end of the short hit game or the small hit game.

  In the long hit game, the round game ends when a predetermined number of game balls have entered the big prize opening unit 109. Therefore, the time required for the long win game varies depending on the game ball entry status. On the other hand, in the short win game and the small hit game, since the opening time of the big prize opening unit 109 is extremely short, when the predetermined number of game balls enter the big prize opening unit 109, the big prize opening unit 109 is closed. Never do. In other words, the opening time of the big winning opening unit 109 in the short win game, that is, the time required for the short win game is always the same. Therefore, in the step S1602, the effect ends at the set time, for example, 30 seconds. However, when transitioning to a so-called latent probability change effect mode that prevents the player from determining whether the game state is a high probability game state or a low probability game state, the same background image continues even after the end of the short hit game. Is preferably displayed on the liquid crystal display 104.

(Step S1603)
If it is determined in step S1601 that the command stored in the RAM 202c is not a short hit opening command, the short hit command reception processing program 332 determines that the command stored in the RAM 202c is a round hit command. It is determined whether it is a start command.

  In the present embodiment, even if a short hit round start command is transmitted from the main control board 201 to the sub control board 202, the sub control board 202 does not perform any control. Therefore, if it is determined in step S1603 that the command stored in the RAM 202c is a short hit round start command, the CPU 202a directly ends the short hit command reception process and executes the next routine process. .

(Step S1604)
The case where it is determined that the command stored in the RAM 202c is not a round start command is the case where the short hitting ending command is stored in the RAM 202c. Therefore, in this case, the short hit command reception processing program 332 continues the effect that has been continuously performed from the start of the short hit game or the small hit game on the liquid crystal display 104 as it is. Also, a short hit / small hit ending effect command is set for the lamp control board 206. The effect executed on the lamp control board 206 based on the short hit / small hit ending effect command is, for example, an effect caused by turning on the effect light 111.

(Decorative symbol variation display S1700)
When the special game command receiving process is completed as described above, the CPU 202a reads the decorative symbol variation display program 341 from the ROM 202b, and controls the effect in the effect executing means including the liquid crystal display 104. Specifically, when an effect pattern is determined in the effect execution command reception process of the sub-control board 202, the CPU 202a reads the decorative symbol variation display program 341, and is performed during the special symbol variation display, as shown in FIG. Such decorative pattern variation display is started. That is, the decorative symbol variation display program 341 writes the decorative symbol data corresponding to the effect pattern stored in the ROM 202b in the VRAM 202d and controls display on the liquid crystal display 104. As a result, the decorative display is displayed in a variable manner on the liquid crystal display 104 for a predetermined time. Further, the decorative symbol variation display program 341 changes the speaker 237, the lamp 236, the rendering light 111, and the rendering agent actuating device 235 as other rendering execution means in conjunction with the variation display of the decorative symbol. Here, an example is given in which an effect execution command reception processing program 320 has selected an effect pattern including a chance button effect for an effect execution command of “long hit” and “variation time 1 minute 30 seconds”. Further, here, in order to facilitate understanding, the liquid crystal display 104 will be representatively described as an effect executing means.

(Step S1701)
The decorative symbol variation display program 341 first determines whether or not an effect pattern has been determined in the effect execution command reception process of the sub-control board 202. As a result, if the effect pattern is not determined, the decorative symbol variation display is terminated and the next subroutine is executed.

(Step S1702)
If it is determined in step S1701 that the effect pattern has been determined, it is determined whether or not the decorative design is being displayed in a variable manner, that is, whether or not the effect pattern has already been started.

(Step S1703)
When it is determined in step S1702 that the decorative symbol variation display has not started, the variation pattern display time selected by the rendering execution command reception processing program 320 is set, and the decorative symbol variation display on the liquid crystal display 104 is set. To start. The decorative display variation display is an effect of improving the expectation of jackpot by changing the decorative pattern to any aspect.

(Step S1704)
In addition, the decorative symbol variation display program 341 starts the variation display of the ornament symbol in step S1703 and starts measuring time.

(Step S1705)
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1702 that the decorative symbol variation display is in progress, that is, when the decorative symbol variation display has already been performed when the CPU 202a starts the decorative symbol variation display, it is set. It is determined whether or not the variable time has elapsed. In this embodiment, all routine processes in the sub control board 202 are performed every 0.004 seconds. The case where “YES” is determined in step S1702 is a case where the processing from step S1702 to step S1709 is performed by the routine processing performed before the routine processing. Therefore, in this step S1705, it is determined whether or not the variation time set by the routine processing performed before that, for example, 1 minute 30 seconds has elapsed. As a result, when it is determined that the set fluctuation time has not elapsed, it is necessary to continue the fluctuation display as it is, and therefore, the processing after step S1706 is performed.

(Step S1706)
If it is determined in step S1705 that the variation time has not yet elapsed, it is determined whether or not the effective pressing time for accepting the pressing on the pachinko machine 100 corresponding to the chance button has elapsed. In the effect pattern, as will be described later, the guidance display prompting the player to press is given after a predetermined time, for example, 30 seconds after the start of the change of the decorative symbol, and the maximum pressing effective time until the pressing is received, for example, 5 The display continues for 2 seconds. Therefore, in such an example, the guidance display is continued from 30 seconds to 35 seconds after the start of decoration symbol variation. However, as will be described later, when a player press is accepted, the guidance display is deleted regardless of the press effective time.

(Step S1707)
If it is determined in step S1706 that the effective pressing time has not yet elapsed, it is determined whether or not a predetermined time, that is, whether or not the pressing start time for the pachinko machine 100 corresponding to the chance button has arrived. Here, the predetermined time is 30 seconds. Until the predetermined time is reached, the decorative symbol variation display program 341 performs other effect patterns in parallel.

(1: Production execution means control S2000)
Next, the CPU 202a reads out the effect execution means control program 341a from the ROM 202b, and controls the effect execution means as shown in FIG.

(Step S2001)
If it is determined in step S1707 that the predetermined time has elapsed, it is determined whether a guidance display that prompts the player to press is already displayed.

(Step S2002)
If it is determined in step S2001 that the guidance display is not displayed, any part of the pachinko machine 100 such as the saucer unit 119, the operation handle 113, the frame member 110, the glass plate 126, etc. is displayed through the liquid crystal display 104. A guidance display, which is an image prompting pressing, is displayed. FIG. 45 shows a display example of guidance display. Here, a furoshiki wrapped around something is displayed on the front where the special symbol is fluctuating, and the text “Press the stand” is displayed above it. With this guidance display, the player can grasp that the same effect as the chance button can be executed, and selects and presses a place where the pachinko machine 100 is easy to press. In addition, although guidance display on the liquid crystal display 104 is given as an example for instructing to press, the present invention is not limited to this, and any production execution means such as guidance voice by the speaker 237 can be used.

  This guidance display is continuously displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 until the effective pressing time in step S1706 is reached. The effective pressing time indicates the effective pressing time together with the display time of the guidance display, and the subsequent control of the effect executing means is executed only for the player's pressing within the effective pressing time (within a predetermined time). . In this way, by limiting the time for which the player's pressing is valid (pressing effective time), it is possible to avoid malfunction due to pressing at other times, and to reduce the load of the effect control means for pressing. . Furthermore, by providing a restriction for a predetermined time, it is possible to maintain a player's attention to the effect execution means, and to suppress a decrease in interest. The effective pressing time may be notified through blinking of the lamp 236 or the like.

(Step S2003)
When the guidance display is made in step S2002, the player can receive a press. The effect execution means control program 341a can grasp the player's press through the first detection signal from the first detection signal output means 186a.

(Step S2004)
When the first detection signal is received from the first detection signal output means 186a in step 2003, the guidance display displayed in step S2002 is stopped (deleted) regardless of whether or not the effective pressing time has elapsed, and the effect execution means, here The effect display on the liquid crystal display 104 is controlled. Hereinafter, control of effect display of the liquid crystal display 104 will be described in detail.

  In the effect execution means control program 341a, when the first detection signal is received, an effect corresponding to the first detection signal is developed. As an effect, for example, the degree of expectation that the game state is advantageous for the player or the game state is advantageous may be indicated. Here, the degree of expectation indicates a high possibility of becoming a special game or a so-called super reach. In addition, in the so-called latent probability changing production mode in which the player cannot determine whether the game state is a high probability game state or a low probability game state, there is a possibility that the game state is a high probability game state. May indicate high. With such a configuration, it is possible to give an accent to the monotony of the game, and it is possible to enhance the presentation effect in terms of the process while following the conventional game characteristics of the pachinko machine 100.

  FIG. 46 shows an image showing the degree of expectation in the control process of the effect execution means. Such an image is an image immediately after the pachinko machine 100 is pressed during the guidance display of FIG. 45, and in an aspect in which money is contained in an image prompting pressing, for example, a furoshiki corresponding to the image of the furoshiki. Inform the player. Assuming that you are in a furoshiki, various items can be displayed, and the degree of expectation can be changed according to the meaning and color of the items.

  In this way, by incorporating the player's positive pressing action on any part of the pachinko machine 100, it is possible to make the player feel as if the gaming state has been caused by his / her actions. . With this configuration, it is possible to maintain the attention and expectation to the effect execution means, and to improve the game motivation.

(2: Production execution means control)
Further, as another example of the control of the effect execution means, as shown in FIG. 47, the pressing of the operation handle 113, in particular, the grip of the operation handle 113 can be used here. In the flowchart of FIG. 47 and the following flowchart, processes that have substantially the same operations as those already described with reference to FIG. 44 are denoted by the same reference numerals and redundant description will be omitted, and processes different from those in FIG.

  Here, in step S2002 described above, a hand indicating the gripping operation on the front surface where the special symbol is changing as shown in FIG. 48 is displayed, and the letters “grab the handle” are displayed above it. When the player holds the operation handle 113 and receives a first detection signal based on the grip (pressing) in response to the guidance display prompting the operation handle 113 to be pressed, the first detection signal is displayed in step S2005. It is determined whether or not the signal is a signal when the user grasps the operation handle. If the signal is a signal when the operation handle 113 is grasped, the effect display is performed in a manner corresponding to the image that prompts the user to grasp (press). At this time, as an aspect corresponding to an image prompting gripping (pressing), an effect display simulating the collapse of an object as shown in FIG. 49, here, the collapse of an aluminum can is performed on the liquid crystal display 104.

  In this way, the gripping (pressing) of the operation handle 113 on the front surface of the pachinko machine 100 and the effect display imitating the object crushing are associated with each other, so that the player can produce the effect as if the player broke the object by his / her own pressing. It is possible to increase the interest of the game and excite the uplift of the psychological state. In addition to the object collapse, various effects such as an effect that the door displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 is opened by the player's pressing on the glass plate 126 can be performed.

  In step S2005, if the first detection signal is a signal when, for example, the tray unit 119 other than the operation handle 113 is pressed ("NO" in step S2005), the first detection signal is ignored. Can do.

(3: Production execution means control)
Further, as described above, the vibration detection device 150 that is characteristic in the present embodiment can detect not only the presence or absence of a player's press, but also the magnitude of the press. Therefore, in the control of the effect executing means, as shown in FIG. 50, the effect can be performed according to the magnitude of the pressure indicated in the first detection signal. Further, in the control for changing the effect further by the player's hitting operation as in the effect execution means control, the effect is not determined over the entire occupied time in step S1304, and the effect for the predetermined period is processed in the control process. Select and decide during. This effect determination process is executed in the same manner in all the effect execution means controls accompanied by the effect change control described below.

  For example, when the magnitude of the player's grip (press) with respect to the effect display that prompts the grip (press) of the operation handle 113 shown in FIG. 48 is included in the first detection signal, the pressure indicated by the first detection signal Depending on the size, the degree of object collapse can be varied. First, when the first detection signal is detected in step S2003, it is determined whether or not the size of the grip indicated by the first detection signal is greater than or equal to a predetermined threshold (large) (step S2010), and the predetermined threshold (large). If it is determined as described above, the effect execution means control program 341a selects an effect having a large aluminum can crushing (crushing) mode as an effect pattern for a predetermined time not determined in step S1304, and the liquid crystal display 104 On the other hand, such effect display as shown in FIG. 51A is performed (step S2011). If it is determined that the predetermined threshold value (large) has not been reached (“NO” in step S2010), then it is determined whether the grip size indicated by the first detection signal is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold value (medium). (Step S2012) When it is determined that the value is greater than or equal to the predetermined threshold value (medium), the effect execution means control program 341a causes the liquid crystal display 104 to have an aluminum can crushing mode as shown in FIG. A medium effect is selected and the effect is displayed (step S2013). If it is determined that the predetermined threshold value (medium) has not been reached (“NO” in step S2012), the effect that the aluminum can is not crushed as shown in FIG. Is selected and the effect is displayed (step S2014).

  In this way, by associating the grip of the operation handle 113 of the pachinko machine 100 with the effect display imitating the object collapse, the player can obtain an effect as if the object was broken by his own grip. Can do. Further, in the present embodiment, since the degree of object collapse can be changed according to the size of the grip, for example, the degree of collapse and the expectation that the game state is advantageous for the player is high. When the production corresponds to the production, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game and excite the uplift of the psychological state.

  However, if the strength of pressing such as grip is simply associated with the expectation level, there is a possibility that the actual winning ratio of the jackpot cannot be matched. Therefore, based on the actual expectation, in the production pattern with a truly high expectation, the expectation is shown in association with the strength of the press. It may be evaluated lower to indicate that the degree of expectation is low.

  Also, here, the effect display associated with the degree of expectation is configured to change according to the magnitude of the press, but this is not a limitation, and the characters associated with the degree of expectation are determined according to the magnitude of the press. Various presentation displays such as changing can also be adopted. For example, it is possible to perform an effect display such that a girl appears when the pressure is weak and a body builder appears when the pressure is strong.

(4: Production execution means control)
In the effect execution means control program 341a, as shown in FIG. 52, instead of or in addition to indicating the degree of expectation according to the magnitude of the pressure indicated in the first detection signal, based on the magnitude of the pressure. One production mode may be determined from a plurality of production modes prepared in advance, and the production execution means may be controlled in accordance with the production mode.

  As in FIG. 50, in FIG. 52, when the first detection signal is detected in step S2003, it is determined whether or not the pressure indicated by the first detection signal is greater than or equal to a predetermined threshold (large) (step S2010). If it is determined that the value is greater than or equal to the predetermined threshold (large), the effect execution means control program 341a sets the effect mode by storing a flag in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 201c. For example, when a predetermined effect mode is set by the processing, when an effect execution command is received from the main control board 201 and detailed effect content (image, sound, etc. displayed on the liquid crystal display 104) is determined. The table associated with the set production mode is selected. The table selected in this way is provided with a plurality of effects in which the decorative symbol display mode, the background image, and the like are classified into the same category. And when it is judged in step S2010 that it is more than a predetermined threshold value (large), it sets to the 1st production mode (step S2015). The first effect mode is a mode in which, for example, a morning landscape is displayed as a background image, and a design (decorative design) on which a red number is written is superimposed on the background image. If it is determined that the predetermined threshold value (large) has not been reached (“NO” in step S2010), the size of the grip (press) indicated in the first detection signal is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold value (medium). (Step S2012), and if it is determined to be equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold (medium), the effect execution means control program 341a sets the effect mode to a second effect mode different from the first effect mode ( Step S2016). In the second effect mode, for example, a scenery in the afternoon is displayed as a background image, and a design (decorative design) on which a green number is written is superimposed on the background image. If it is determined that the predetermined threshold value (medium) has not been reached (“NO” in step S2012), the effect mode is set to a third effect mode different from the first effect mode and the second effect mode (step S2017). ). This third effect mode is a mode in which, for example, a night landscape is displayed as a background image, and a design (decorative design) on which white numbers are written is superimposed on the background image.

  Here, when a legitimate press by the player is detected, 1 is determined from a plurality of effect modes based on the magnitude of the press. Therefore, the player can easily select a desired performance mode through the strength of his / her pressing. In addition, the success rate can be intentionally lowered from 100% by incorporating the ambiguity such as the strength of pressing in the selection of the production mode.

(5: Production execution means control)
Further, as an example of the control of the effect execution means, as shown in FIG. 53, the player is urged to press and according to the positional relationship between the magnitude of the pressure indicated in the first detection signal and the target range of the magnitude. It is also possible to control the production execution means. Here, after the guidance display shown in FIG. 45 that prompts the player to press is displayed on the liquid crystal display 104 in step S2002, when the first detection signal is detected in step S2003, the first detection signal indicates this. It is determined whether or not the magnitude of the pressure is within the target range (step S2018). Here, if the magnitude of the first detection signal is within the target range, the game state is advantageous for the player (for example, whether or not it is a so-called “latency probability variation mode”) or the game state is advantageous. An effect indicating the expected degree of transition is selected and the effect is displayed (step S2019). If the effect is not within the target range, the player is informed that it is not within the target range (S2020).

  In this way, by incorporating the player's positive pressing action, it is possible to make the player feel as if the gaming state was caused by his / her own action. With such a configuration, it is possible to give an accent to the monotony of the game, and it is possible to enhance the presentation effect in terms of the process while following the conventional game characteristics of the pachinko machine 100.

(6: Production execution means control)
Furthermore, in the effect execution means control program 341a, as an example of the control of the effect execution means, as shown in FIG. 54, when it is determined in step S2001 that the guidance display is not displayed, first, the current gaming state or the future The target range of the magnitude of the press is determined based on the game state (step S2021), and then, in step S2002, an image showing the determined target range and prompting the pressing of an arbitrary part of the pachinko machine 100 is displayed. indicate. 53, when the first detection signal is received by the player's pressing (step S2003), an effect corresponding to the positional relationship between the magnitude of the pressure indicated in the first detection signal and the target range is selected. An effect display is performed (step S2019).

  In this embodiment, first, based on the current gaming state or the future gaming state, a target range is determined with a predetermined size and a predetermined range, notified as a mission to the player, When a simple press is detected, an effect is developed depending on whether or not the size of the press has entered the notified target range. In this way, by incorporating the player's positive pressing action, it is possible to make the player feel as if the gaming state has occurred due to his / her achievement level for the mission. In addition, since the target range itself changes, the player has to press with a different strength for each pressing mission. With such a configuration, it is possible to give an accent to the monotony of the game, and it is possible to enhance the presentation effect in terms of the process while following the conventional game characteristics of the pachinko machine 100.

  At this time, as shown in FIG. 55, the correspondence (positional relationship) between the target range and the magnitude of pressure caused by the player's pressing may be visually displayed in an image simulating the pressure measuring device. With this configuration, the player can grasp the correspondence between the magnitude of his / her pressure and the target range, and if he / she is within the target range, he / she will be satisfied, and if he / she does not, the next point will be recognized. it can.

  In addition, when the gaming state is good, for example, in the case of a high probability gaming state, by widening the target range compared to the low probability gaming state, or in some cases by making it all the range that can be taken by pressing It is also possible to balance the game state.

  Also, here, the liquid crystal display 104 is described as an effect execution means, but the target range can also be notified by voice guidance through the speaker 237 such as “press strongly” or “press weakly”. The target range (target strength) can be indicated by the number of lighting lamps 236, and the pressure can be indicated by the lighting.

(7: Production execution means control)
In the effect execution means control program 341a, as an example of the control of the effect execution means, as shown in FIG. 56, when the first detection signal is detected in step S2003, the magnitude of the pressure indicated by the first detection signal is determined. Before determining whether or not it is greater than or equal to a predetermined threshold (large) (step S2010), it is determined whether or not the magnitude of the pressure exceeds a predetermined threshold that is an upper limit of a range assumed as a pressure (step S2010). In S2022), if it exceeds, a cautious effect indicating that the pressure of the pressure is large is selected, and the effect is displayed (step S2023). If the predetermined threshold that is the upper limit is not exceeded, an effect corresponding to the size of the press is performed according to the same processing as in FIG.

  As described above, in the effect execution means control program 341a, when a legitimate press by the player is detected, the control process of the effect execution means according to the magnitude of the press can be performed. However, it is not preferable to take a normal action until the magnitude of the pressure exceeds an assumed upper limit (predetermined threshold). Here, when the player is pressing the pachinko machine 100 with a strength higher than expected, for example, an effect display such as “It is too strong” is performed to alert the player. In addition, in the decorative symbol variation display program 341, in addition to a large pressing pressure, or alone, an effect display such as “push a little weaker” may be performed to suppress the pressing pressure. With this configuration, the player can grasp not only that the player's own pressure is large but also that the size of the player should be suppressed, and can prevent unnecessary pressure on the pachinko machine 100.

(8: Production execution means control)
Further, in the present embodiment, in the effect execution means control program 341a, the effect actors 115 and 116 can be operated based on the magnitude of the pressure indicated in the first detection signal, as shown in FIG.

  First, when the first detection signal is detected in step S2003, it is determined whether or not the magnitude of the grip (press) indicated by the first detection signal is equal to or greater than a predetermined threshold (large) (step S2010). When it is determined that it is (large) or more, the effect execution means control program 341a sets an effect command corresponding to the effects of the effect actors 115 and 116 for a large grip (step S2024). If it is determined that the predetermined threshold value (large) has not been reached (“NO” in step S2010), then it is determined whether the grip size indicated by the first detection signal is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold value (medium). When it is determined that the value is greater than or equal to the predetermined threshold value (medium), the effect execution means control program 341a sets an effect command corresponding to the effect of the effect actors 115 and 116 for the medium grip ( Step S2025). If it is determined that the predetermined threshold value (medium) has not been reached (“NO” in step S2012), an effect command corresponding to the effects of the effect actors 115 and 116 for a small grip is set (step S2026).

  The effect actor operation control program 361 on the lamp control board 206, which will be described later, controls the operation of the effect agent operating device 235 using the set effect command. Therefore, the player can voluntarily operate the directors 115 and 116 provided in the pachinko machine 100 through the strength of his / her pressing. In addition, by incorporating ambiguity such as the strength of pressing into the operations of the production actors 115 and 116, it is impossible to predict in what manner the production actors 115 and 116 will operate. With such a configuration, it is possible to give an accent to the monotony of the game, and it is possible to enhance the presentation effect in terms of the process while following the conventional game characteristics of the pachinko machine 100.

  Further, in the effect actor operation control program 361, the actuating amounts of the effect actors 115 and 116 can be changed based on the magnitude of the pressure indicated in the first detection signal. Here, the actuating amount of the effect actors 115 and 116 is changed through the player's aggressive pressing operation, and for example, the actuating amount is increased in proportion to the magnitude of the pressing, thereby giving the player an effect agent. It is possible to make it seem that the gaming state which shifts in conjunction with the operation of 115 and 116 has occurred due to the magnitude of its own pressing. Also, depending on the level of pressure by the player, it is possible to give the player a sense of discomfort by operating the directors 115 and 116 in an unexpected manner, and to convey the high degree of expectation. With this configuration, it is possible to maintain the attention and expectation of the effect execution means, particularly the effect actors 115 and 116, and to improve the game motivation.

  In addition, when there are a plurality of production actors belonging to the production actor operating device 235 independently, the production actor operation control program 361 uses a plurality of productions based on the magnitude of the pressure indicated in the first detection signal. It is also possible to select and operate one or a plurality of stage effects among the combinations. Here, by changing the stage acting that is activated through the player's aggressive pressing action, the gaming state that transitions in conjunction with the action of the stage acting is caused to the player as if by the size of the player's own pressing. Can be thought of as having occurred. In addition, it is possible to give a sense of incongruity to the player by operating a stage actor in an unexpected position depending on the magnitude of the press by the player, and to transmit the high degree of expectation. With this configuration, it is possible to maintain the attention and expectation to the effect execution means, and to improve the game motivation.

(Step S1708) (Step S1709)
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1706 that the effective pressing time has elapsed, it is determined whether the guidance display is still displayed (step S1708), and if it is displayed, the guidance display is stopped (deleted). (Step S1709).

(Step S1710)
If it is determined in step S1705 that the variation time has elapsed, the decorative symbol variation display program 341 resets the set variation time.

(Step S1711)
When the variation time of the effect pattern ends, the CPU 201a reads the special symbol variation display program 262d and the decorative symbol variation display program 341 displays the final ornament symbol on the liquid crystal display 104 together with the special symbol set in step S600. Stop display. As a result, the player is notified of the lottery result.

(Speaker control S1800)
When the effect execution means control is completed as described above, the CPU 202a reads the speaker control program 342 from the ROM 202b, and controls output of sound from the speaker 237.

(Direction command transmission processing S1900)
As described above, when each production command is set, the CPU 202a reads the production command transmission program 350 and transmits the set command to the lamp control board 206. Thereby, the routine processing in the sub-control board 202 is completed.

  In the lamp control board 206, the CPU 206a reads the effect light control program 360 based on the received effect command, and controls the effect light 111.

  In addition, the CPU 206a reads out the effect actor operation control program 361 based on the received effect command, and controls the operation of the effect agent operating device 235.

(Second Embodiment: Slot Machine)
In the first embodiment, the pachinko machine 100 has been described as a gaming machine. However, the control of the effect execution means using the vibration detection device 150 and the fraud countermeasure processing described above can be applied to various gaming machines regardless of the pachinko machine 100. In the second embodiment, an operation when the configuration of the vibration detection device 150 described above is applied to a slot machine 1001 as a gaming machine will be described.

  58 and 59 show a configuration of a slot machine 1001 as an example of a gaming machine. In the slot machine 1001, a front door 1003 having a front mask formed on the front surface is attached so as to be openable and closable by a connecting member that is rotatable with respect to an opening of a housing 1002 that is a substantially rectangular box. The front mask is roughly divided into an upper panel portion 1100, a middle panel portion 1200, and a lower panel portion 1300 from the top, and these are integrally formed of a hard plastic designed to enhance visual effects as a decorative board. Further, a tray member 1004 having a tray 1004a for storing medals is provided below the lower panel portion 1300.

  The upper panel portion 1100 has a built-in visual effect lamp (fever lamp) such as an upper lamp or a corner lamp constituted by high-intensity light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The production is appealing to the visual sense of the elderly. In addition, speakers are built in the left and right positions of the upper panel portion 1100, respectively, and a game is produced with sound effects and musical sounds. Furthermore, a liquid crystal display 1005 as a symbol display means is built in a central position between the left and right speakers.

  The liquid crystal display 1005 displays a moving image appropriately selected according to the progress of the game to give a story to the game, and a more dynamic image is displayed in the case of a bonus game or the like. Thus, an effect display such as causing a player to expect a high payout is performed.

  An acrylic middle panel 1008 in which a rectangular transparent display window 1008a is formed is attached to the middle middle panel portion 1200. The three reels 1010a, 1010b, and 1010c provided in the housing 1002 can be viewed by the player through the display window 1008a. Below the middle panel 1008, a table-like portion slightly projecting forward is formed, a medal insertion portion 1011 having a medal insertion slot, a bet button 1012, a start lever 1013, three stop buttons 1014a, 1014b, 1014c etc. are arranged.

  When the player inserts medals from the medal insertion unit 1011, up to the maximum number of medals can be stored (credited) in the slot machine 1001. The bet button 1012 is a push-type button switch for presenting the number of medals bet on the game. The start lever 1013 is a lever switch for giving an instruction to rotate the reels 1010a, 1010b, and 1010c all at once. The stop buttons 1014a, 1014b, and 1014c are push-type button switches for individually instructing to stop the rotation of the reels 1010a, 1010b, and 1010c, and are arranged in parallel corresponding to the arrangement of the reels.

  On the lower panel 1015 constituting the lower panel portion 1300 of the front mask, for example, a picture (not shown) of an appearing character or the like is printed and displayed so that the player can recognize the model type of the slot machine 1001 and the like. . The tray member 1004 provided at the lowermost portion of the front door 1003 has a medal payout opening 1016 for paying out medals by a prize payout and the like, and a speaker for generating effect sound according to the progress of the game. Built in the position corresponding to.

  Referring to FIG. 59, a main control board 1021 that is a control unit that performs overall control of the overall operation of the slot machine 1001 is attached to the upper portion of the housing 1002. The main control board 1021 is a microcomputer-based control circuit board on which electronic components such as an interface circuit having a matching function when communicating with a CPU, ROM, RAM, and other peripheral devices are mounted, and is housed in a transparent board case. The housing 1002 is fixed so as not to be detached.

  Near the center of the housing 1002, a reel unit 1010 in which three reels 1010a, 1010b, and 1010c are arranged in parallel in the axial direction is opposed to the display window 1008a formed on the front door 1003 side. The frame 1022 is fixed. A reel device substrate (not shown) is attached to the upper portion of the reel unit 1010. The spinning device substrate outputs a drive pulse signal that is current-amplified based on the pulse data from the main control substrate 1021 to the stepping motors of the reels 1010a, 1010b, and 1010c, thereby controlling the rotation and stop of each reel. It is carried out.

  In the space below the reel unit 1010, a medal payout device 1023 for releasing medals at the time of a prize payout or the like is installed. When the medal payout device 1023 stores the medals inserted into the medal insertion unit 1011 in the hopper unit 1023a and receives a payout command signal instructing the medal payout from the main control board 1021, the medal stored in the hopper unit 1023a is It discharges to the outside through the discharge slit 1023b. The discharge slit 1023b is provided with a payout sensor 1063, which detects the medals released one by one and outputs them to the main control board 1021. As a result, the main control board 1021 can perform control for paying out the required payout number (command payout amount) based on the payout command signal while counting the released medals.

  On the side of the medal payout device 1023, there are an overflow tank 1024 for storing medals overflowing from the hopper 1022a, and a main power supply device 1025 for distributing required power to each device built in the slot machine 1001. is set up.

  Further, the side plate adjacent to the main control board 1021 transmits a signal indicating a gaming state such as a jackpot in the slot machine 1001 and an operating state such as insertion / payout of medals to an external management device (for example, a hall computer). An external concentration terminal board 1026 is attached.

  The front door 1003 has a front mask integrally formed of relatively hard plastic as a main frame, and has a horizontal frame 1311 and a vertical frame 1312 which are long sheet metal members on the upper end and both left and right ends on the back side. , 1313 are fixed with screws. An upper panel assembly 1032 incorporating an LED board, a speaker, a liquid crystal display 1005 and the like on which a light emitting diode (LED) as a light source such as the upper lamp and the corner lamp described above is mounted is attached to the upper part on the back side of the front door 1003. ing. Further, a sub-control board 1033 for driving the upper panel assembly 1032 and mainly performing control related to game effects is attached.

  Below the sub-control board 1033, an intermediate panel 1008 having a transparent display window 1008 a is provided on the front surface, and a cold cathode fluorescent tube 1034 that irradiates the outer peripheral surfaces of the reels 1010 a, 1010 b, and 1010 c, and a picture of the intermediate panel 1008 A lamp house unit 1037 that is unitized by assembling a plurality of lamps 1035 that illuminate and a central display board 1036 that relays outputs of switches such as the start lever 1013 and stop buttons 1014a, 1014b, and 1014c to the main control board 1021. It is attached.

  A medal selector 1038 is attached below the lamp house unit 1037. The medal selector 1038 is provided to determine whether the medal inserted in the medal insertion unit 1011 on the front is correct or not, and to count the number of regular medals inserted. That is, when the medal selector 1038 determines that the inserted medal is genuine, the medal is passed to the medal storage guide 1039 side, and the medal sensor, which is an optical sensor, detects the medal and goes to the main control board 1021. The input signal is output. Therefore, if the medal selector is illegally operated, there is a possibility that an unjust medal will be paid out. The medal storage guide 1039 guides and stores the regular medals passed by the medal selector 1038 to the hopper portion 1023a of the medal payout device 1023 on the housing 1002 side.

  A lower panel unit 1040 in which the lower panel 1015 and the like are unitized is attached below the medal selector 1038. In addition, the medal payout exit 1016 of the front door 1003 communicates with the cancel chute 1041 for guiding the medal and foreign matter determined to be inappropriate and removed by the medal selector 1038 to the front tray 1004a, and the medal payout exit 1016 is also communicated. A payout chute 1042 that guides the medals discharged by the payout device 1023 and pays it out to the tray 1004a is provided on the back side of the lower panel unit 1040. Further, below the lower panel unit 1040, speakers 1044a and 1044b facing the sound emitting units 1017a and 1017b on the front surface are attached.

  The vibration detection device 150 in the present embodiment is screwed to the center portion of the horizontal frame 1311 provided on the back side of the front door 1003 in a state of being enclosed in the case 190. By fixing the vibration detection device 150 to the hard plate-like member provided over a wide range as described above, vibration generated in the slot machine 1001 is easily transmitted to the vibration detection device 150. The sub-control board 1033 and the main control board 1021 are connected to the output side of the vibration detection device 150, and control of the effect execution means and fraud countermeasure processing are performed according to the first detection signal and the second detection signal from the vibration detection device 150. Do.

  In the present embodiment, the vibration detection device 150 pushes the slot machine 1001 to cause a legal pressure that can intentionally affect the control of the effect execution means, and the player induces a malfunction by hitting the slot machine 1001. The act of doing (fraud) is detected at the same time. Here, when an external force in a low frequency band such as pressing is applied, a voltage signal having a frequency band of 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz, particularly a voltage signal of 1 Hz to 5 Hz, is characteristically generated in the vibration sensor 170. In addition, when an external force in a high frequency band such as tapping by fraud is applied, the vibration sensor 170 characteristically generates a voltage signal having a frequency band of 10 Hz to 50 Hz, particularly a voltage signal of 20 Hz to 40 Hz. Note that the frequency of the voltage signal generated from the vibration sensor 170 due to the vibration of the reel that occurs when playing a game, etc., appears characteristically at several kHz, so it affects the first detection signal and the second detection signal. Does not reach.

  The configurations of the filter circuit 172 and the amplifier circuit 174 are the same as those in the first embodiment, and are omitted. In the measurement unit 180, the impact threshold is 800 mV, and the distortion threshold is 200 mV, which is larger than the setting for the pachinko machine 100. This is because, in the slot machine 1001, actions similar to tapping, such as pressing the slot button 1014 to stop the reel, are performed on a daily basis. The threshold value for impact is set to be large. Further, since the voltage signal generated when the front door 1003 is pry open is larger than the voltage signal generated when the frame member 110 of the pachinko machine 100 is distorted, the distortion threshold is set large. Since the configuration of the measurement unit 180 other than this is the same as that of the first embodiment, a description thereof will be omitted.

  An example of the operation of the vibration detection apparatus 150 is shown. When the slot machine 1001 is distorted by pressing by the player, the vibration is conducted to the horizontal frame 1311 on which the vibration detection device 150 is fixed. As a result, a voltage signal including a frequency band of 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz, which is a frequency characteristic of pressing, is generated from the vibration sensor 170 in the vibration detection device 150. The voltage signal is cut by the filter circuit 172 at a frequency other than 0.1 Hz to 50 Hz, and then amplified by the amplifier circuit 174 by about three times and input to the measuring unit 180. The voltage value here is, for example, 200 mV or more at 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz, and 800 mV or less at 10 Hz to 50 Hz.

  Here, since vibration is generated by pressing the slot machine 1001, a voltage of 200 mV or more is measured by the first detection signal output means 186a, and therefore the first detection signal is transmitted to the sub-control board 1033. The

  When the player hits the front door 1003 of the slot machine 1001, an impact is generated on the horizontal frame 1311 on which the vibration detection device 150 is fixed. As a result, a voltage signal including a frequency band of 10 Hz to 50 Hz, which is a frequency characteristic of hitting, is generated from the vibration sensor 170 in the vibration detection device 150. The voltage signal is cut by the filter circuit 172 at a frequency other than 0.1 Hz to 50 Hz, and then amplified by the amplifier circuit 174 by about three times and input to the measuring unit 180.

  The voltage signal input to the measurement unit 180 is converted into a digital voltage signal by the A / D converter 182 and is then converted into a voltage signal (second detection signal) of 10 Hz to 50 Hz by the digital bandpass filter that is the second digital filter 184b. ) Is extracted.

  The second detection signal is judged by the second detection signal output means 186b whether the voltage value is 800 mV or more. Here, when the slot machine 1001 is struck, a voltage of 800 mV or higher is measured by the second detection signal output means 186b, so that the second detection signal is transmitted to the main control board 1021.

  The improper handling processing by the main control board 1021 and the control of the effect execution means by the sub control board 202 are the same as in the first embodiment.

  As described above, the embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail with reference to the drawings. However, the specific configuration is not limited to these embodiments, and the design can be changed without departing from the scope of the present invention. Is included in the present invention.

  In addition, each of the above-described embodiments can divert each other's technology as long as there is no particular contradiction or problem in its purpose and configuration.

It is a front view which shows the structural example of the front surface of a pachinko machine. It is a perspective view which shows the structural example of the internal structure of a pachinko machine. It is a perspective view which shows the structural example of the back surface of a pachinko machine. It is an external appearance perspective view for demonstrating the operation handle concerning this embodiment. It is the functional block diagram which showed the function structure of the pachinko machine. It is the functional block diagram which showed the function structure of the pachinko machine. It is the top view and side view which show typically the structure of the vibration sensor in a vibration detection apparatus. It is a schematic diagram which shows the bending direction and voltage application direction of the vibration sensor in a vibration detection apparatus. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a vibration detection apparatus. It is a perspective view which shows the relationship between a vibration detection apparatus and a case. It is a graph which shows the waveform of the voltage produced with the vibration sensor of a vibration detection apparatus. It is a graph which shows the waveform of the voltage produced with the vibration sensor of a vibration detection apparatus. Is. It is a figure which shows the main programs stored in ROM of the main control board. It is a figure which shows the main programs stored in ROM of the other board | substrate. It is a figure which shows the main memory area provided in RAM of the main control board. It is a figure which shows the routine process in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the winning gate passage process in the main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the normal symbol fluctuation | variation process in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd start port process in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the starting entrance ball process in a main control board. It is a conceptual diagram of a special symbol reservation storage area provided in the RAM of the main control board. It is the flowchart which showed the process of the main control board according to the detection signal of a vibration detection apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol fluctuation | variation process in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the jackpot determination process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows an example of each random number and the table which determines each random number. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation pattern selection process in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the process during fluctuation stop in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the big winning opening process in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the jackpot game process in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the process in the process of opening of the big winning opening in the said jackpot game process. It is a flowchart which shows the process after progress of the ending time in the said jackpot game process. It is a flowchart which shows the small hit game process in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the standby process in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows the output process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the routine process in a sub control board. It is a flowchart which shows the standby command reception process in a sub control board. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the standby production | presentation display in a liquid crystal display. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the standby production | presentation display in a liquid crystal display. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation execution command reception process in a sub control board. It is a flowchart which shows the special game command reception process in a sub control board. It is a flowchart which shows the command reception process for long hits in a sub-control board. It is a flowchart which shows the command reception process for short hits in a sub control board. It is a flowchart which shows the decoration design fluctuation | variation display in a sub control board. It is a flowchart which shows the production execution means control in a sub-control board. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the guidance display in a liquid crystal display. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the effect display process in a liquid crystal display. It is a flowchart which shows the production execution means control in a sub-control board. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the effect display process in a liquid crystal display. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the effect display process in a liquid crystal display. It is a flowchart which shows the production execution means control in a sub-control board. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the effect display process in a liquid crystal display. It is a flowchart which shows the production execution means control in a sub-control board. It is a flowchart which shows the production execution means control in a sub-control board. It is a flowchart which shows the production execution means control in a sub-control board. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of the effect display process in a liquid crystal display. It is a flowchart which shows the production execution means control in a sub-control board. It is a flowchart which shows the production execution means control in a sub-control board. It is a perspective view which shows the structural example of the front surface of a slot machine. It is a front view showing a configuration example of the internal structure of the slot machine.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 100 ... Pachinko machine, 104, 1005 ... Liquid crystal display, 110 ... Frame member, 111 ... Production light, 113 ... Operation handle, 115, 116 ... Production agent, 119 ... Saucer unit, 126 ... Glass plate, 127 ... Iron plate, DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 150 ... Vibration detection apparatus, 170 ... Vibration sensor, 172 ... Filter circuit, 174 ... Amplifier circuit, 180 ... Measurement part, 182 ... A / D converter, 184 ... Filter means, 184a ... First digital filter, 184b ... First 2 digital filters, 186 ... detection signal output means, 186a ... first detection signal output means, 186b ... second detection signal output means, 201, 1021 ... main control board, 202, 1033 ... sub-control board, 203 ... prize ball Control board, 206 ... Lamp control board, 235 ... Production actor operating device, 237 ... Speaker, 1001 ... slot machine

Claims (3)

A special symbol determining means for determining a special symbol indicating the type of gaming profit to be given according to establishment of a predetermined start condition;
Special symbol variation display control means for stopping and displaying the special symbol determined by the special symbol determining means after changing for a predetermined time;
Effect control means for displaying a decorative symbol on the symbol display means during at least the change of the special symbol and displaying a standby effect image on the symbol display means when the change of the special symbol is not made for a predetermined time;
Detection means provided at a predetermined location of the gaming machine, which converts a change in pressure applied to the gaming machine into an analog voltage signal and outputs the analog voltage signal;
An analog-to-digital converter that converts an analog voltage signal output from the detection means into a digital voltage signal and outputs the digital voltage signal;
The pass band is set to a first frequency band that separates a part of the band of the digital voltage signal converted by the analog-digital converter, and the digital voltage signal converted by the analog-digital converter is the first frequency band. by filtering in the digital filter from the digital voltage signal, a first filter means for extracting a digital voltage signal of the first frequency band component indicating that external force against the gaming machine was gradually added ,
The maximum value of the digital voltage signal of the first frequency band component extracted from the first filter means exceeds a predetermined maximum threshold value, or the integrated value of the digital voltage signal of the first frequency band component is predetermined. A first detection signal output means for outputting a first detection signal indicating the pressure applied to the gaming machine as a voltage based on the digital voltage signal of the first frequency band component ,
Fraud countermeasure performing means for performing fraud countermeasure processing for responding to fraud against the gaming machine;
With
The effect control means receives the first detection signal from the first detection signal output means during display of the standby effect image, and the magnitude of the pressure represented by the first detection signal is equal to or less than a predetermined threshold value. On the condition that the effect provided in the gaming machine is switched from the display of the standby effect image on the symbol display means to a predetermined effect set in advance,
The fraud countermeasure executing means has received the first detection signal from the first detection signal output means during display of the standby effect image, and the magnitude of the pressure represented by the first detection signal is at least the A gaming machine characterized in that the fraud countermeasure processing is performed on condition that a predetermined threshold is exceeded.   The effect control means receives the first detection signal from the first detection signal output means during display of the standby effect image, and the magnitude of the pressure represented by the first detection signal is the predetermined threshold value. 2. The control according to claim 1, wherein the effect image displayed on the symbol display means is controlled to be switched from the standby effect image to another preset effect image on condition that: Game machines. A pass band is set to a second frequency band for separating a part of the band of the digital voltage signal converted by the analog-digital converter, and the digital voltage signal converted by the analog-digital converter is set to the second frequency band. by filtering in the digital filter, a second filter means for extracting from said digital voltage signal, a second frequency band component indicating that momentary tapping against the game machine is added,
A second detection signal output means for outputting a second detection signal when the digital voltage signal of the second frequency band component extracted from the second filter means satisfies a predetermined second condition;
Further comprising
3. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the fraud countermeasure execution unit performs the fraud countermeasure process according to the second detection signal output from the second detection signal output unit.

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