JP5918949B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and more specifically, a game in which a predetermined game is played using a game medium and controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player when a predetermined advantageous condition is satisfied. Related to the machine.

  As an example of a gaming machine, a gaming medium such as a game ball is launched into a gaming area by a launching device, and a predetermined gaming value is determined based on the winning of a gaming medium in a winning area such as a winning opening provided in the gaming area. There is a pachinko machine that can be granted. Here, a predetermined game value is given by paying out premium game media such as prize balls and medals, adding a player's score, a specific game state (for example, a big hit game state), or a special game state (for example, a short-time state or a probable change state). It is a concept that includes a part or all of the control to the gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state.

  In such a gaming machine, a variable prize winning device that changes a plurality of variable entrances into a first state (for example, an open state) in which a game medium can enter and a second state (for example, a closed state) in which entry is difficult or difficult to enter. And a specific game state occurs when a game medium enters a specific area provided inside the variable prize apparatus (for example, Patent Document 1). And it has been proposed that the rate of entering a specific area varies depending on which variable entrance the game medium has entered.

JP 2005-296543 A

  In the technique described in Patent Document 1, a specific game state occurs when even one game medium enters a specific area. On the other hand, even if a plurality of game media enter the specific area, the game value (or the determination ratio) given by the specific game state is constant and does not change. Therefore, the player's interest in entering a plurality of game media cannot be increased, and there is a possibility that the game interest will be lowered.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that raises the player's interest with respect to the number of entering game media.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine of the present invention plays a predetermined game using a game medium (for example, a game ball), and is advantageous to the player when a predetermined advantageous condition is satisfied. A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 or the like) that is controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state), and a first state (for example, an open state) in which a gaming medium can enter and a gaming medium that cannot enter A variable winning device (for example, special variable winning device 7 or the like) that changes to a second state (for example, a closed state) and establishment of a predetermined special condition (for example, a special figure display result becomes “small hit”) ) To change the variable winning device from the second state to the first state until a predetermined period (for example, any one of 0.5 seconds, 1.0 seconds, 1.8 seconds, etc.) has elapsed. Condition (eg allowance) Special state control means (for example, the CPU 103 of the gaming control microcomputer 100 that executes the processing of steps S114 to S116) and the variable that has changed to the first state when in the special state. When the number of game media that have entered the winning device reaches a predetermined number (for example, “1”, etc.), condition control means that can establish the advantageous condition (for example, step S350 based on the determination of No in step S345). It executes processing as CPU103, etc.), the according to the number of game media that has entered into the variable winning device when a special state, preferably the state control means for varying the game value granted to have you in the advantageous conditions (For example, a CPU that executes the processes of steps S117 to S120 based on the process of step S348. 03, etc.) and wherein the special state control means, wherein the special state, the variable winning device is changed once in the first state, the control in any of the special conditions of the plurality of types of time to said change is different Is possible.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to increase the player's interest in the number of game media entering the variable winning device when in the special state, and to improve the gaming interest.

(2) In the gaming machine according to (1), the advantageous state control means corresponds to the advantageous state corresponding to the fact that the number of game media that have entered the variable winning device is the first number in the advantageous state. As described above, the number of game media that have entered the variable prize device in the advantageous state is a second number different from the first number, while controlling to the first advantageous state to which a predetermined game value is given. The advantageous state corresponding to that is controlled to the second advantageous state to which a game value different from the first advantageous state is given, and during the period controlled to the first advantageous state by the advantageous state control means. A game value that is more advantageous than the period controlled to the second advantageous state may be given (for example, as shown in FIG. 11B, the winning number count value is “2” or “3” or more. in the case of It is composed of many round game execution number of times than in the case of "1").
In such a configuration, it is possible to increase the player's interest in the number of game media entering the variable prize device by changing the game value given in the period controlled to the advantageous state.

(3) In the gaming machine of the above (2) , after the first advantageous state controlled by the advantageous state control means ends, an advantageous gaming value is given more than after the second advantageous state ends. (For example, as shown in FIG. 12A, when the winning number count value is “2” or “3” or more, the upper limit number of short-time and middle fluctuations is larger than the case of “1”). .
In such a configuration, it is possible to increase the player's interest in the number of game media entering the variable prize device by changing the game value given after the advantageous state has ended.

(4) In any one of the gaming machines of the above (1) to (3), at different rates depending on the number of game media which enters the said variable winning device when said a special state, yet a different game Value assignment determination means for determining whether or not to add value (for example, the CPU 103 that determines the presence or absence of probability variation control after the big hit at the determination rate shown in FIG. A CPU 103 that determines the number of round game executions at a determination rate as shown in FIG.
In such a configuration, it is possible to increase the player's interest in the number of game media entering the variable prize device by changing the ratio for determining whether or not to add a game value.

(5) In any one of the above gaming machines (1) to (4), a starting area provided in the gaming area (for example, a first starting winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A or an ordinary variable winning ball apparatus) 6B, based on the fact that the game medium has passed through the second start winning opening etc.), variable information that can be identifiable identification information (for example, special symbols, decorative symbols, etc.) can be variably displayed to derive the display result Display means (for example, the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, the image display device 5, etc.), and the advantageous state control means is a specific display result in which the display result of the variable display is predetermined. (e.g., determined ornament symbol constructing the deterministic special symbol or jackpot combination of a big hit symbol) when a, holds the advantageous conditions regardless of whether the game medium has entered the variable winning device May be controlled to the advantageous state by (for example, after executing the processing of step S298 based on the determination of Yes in step S293, such as portions for performing the process of step S117~S120).
In such a configuration, it is possible to eliminate monotonous game play by controlling the advantageous display when the display result of the variable display becomes the specific display result.

(6) In any one of the gaming machines of the above (1) to (5), wherein the special state control unit, when the a special state, the variable winning device to a predetermined number of game media enters Special special game control means for performing a special special game for changing the state to the first state (for example, a small hit type of “fourth small hit” as shown in FIGS. 14A and 14B is provided, and the big prize opening is opened) CPU 103 that executes the processes of steps S114 to S116 may be included.
In such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a decrease in gaming interest by determining that a special special game that allows a predetermined number of game media to enter the variable prize device is performed and is in an advantageous state. .

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of determination of a special figure display result and a small hit classification. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a figure which illustrates a fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol stop process. It is the flowchart etc. which show an example of a small hit release pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during small hit release. It is the flowchart etc. which show an example of the processing after small hit release. It is explanatory drawing which shows the modification which determines game value. It is explanatory drawing which shows the modification which determines game value. It is explanatory drawing which shows the modification which determines a small hit classification and a big winning opening release pattern. It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the modification which provided the accessory variable prize-winning apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the process during small hit release in the modification shown in FIG.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly composed of a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame (base frame) 3 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined hitting ball launching device and driven.

  A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided at a predetermined position of the game board (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area). Each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B is composed of, for example, 7-segment or dot matrix LEDs (light emitting diodes) and the like. Special symbols (also referred to as “special graphics”), which are a plurality of types of identification information (special identification information) that can be displayed, are variably displayed (variably displayed). For example, each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B variably displays a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. To do.

  The special symbols displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are limited to those composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. However, for example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns in which the combination of the LED to be turned on and the LED to be turned off in the 7-segment LED may be set in advance as a plurality of types of special symbols. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as "second special symbol". .

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area 2 on the game board. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effect images. In the display area of the image display device 5, the first special symbol variable display by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol variable display by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game respectively correspond to the variable display. For example, in a decorative symbol display area serving as a plurality of variable display units such as three, decorative symbols that are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) that can be identified are variably displayed. This variable display of decorative designs is also included in the variable display game.

  As an example, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged in the display area of the image display device 5. And in response to the start of one of the changes in the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game, In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the variation of decorative symbols (for example, vertical scroll display) is started. Thereafter, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 are displayed. Then, the finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. As described above, in the display area of the image display device 5, a special game using the first special graphic in the first special symbol display device 4A or a special graphic using the second special graphic in the second special symbol display device 4B is used. In synchronism with the figure game, variable display of a plurality of types of decorative symbols that can be identified is performed, and a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result is derived and displayed (or simply referred to as “derivation”).

  In the configuration example of the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1, a first hold indicator for displaying the special figure hold memory number in an identifiable manner on the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. 25A and a second hold indicator 25B are provided. The first hold indicator 25A displays the first special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified.

  The first special figure holding memory number is, for example, a special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A when a first start winning that a game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening is generated. When the start condition (first start condition) is satisfied, 1 is added if the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied. (Increment). As a result, the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended.

  The second special figure holding memory number is a special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B, for example, when a second starting prize is generated when the game ball passes (enters) the second starting prize opening. 1 is added if the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure based on the establishment of the second start condition is not satisfied when the start condition (second start condition) is satisfied (Increment). Thereby, execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended.

  When the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the first special figure holding memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement). When the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started, the second special figure holding memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement). In this way, based on the fact that the game ball has entered (start winning) the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the second starting winning opening formed by the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B, The start condition (also called “execution condition”) for executing the variable display game such as the variable display of the decorative design is established, but the variable display game based on the start condition established earlier is being executed or a pachinko machine. When the start condition for starting the variable display game is not satisfied because 1 is controlled to the big hit game state or the small hit game state, the variable display is suspended.

  The variable display hold memory number obtained by adding the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number is also referred to as a total hold memory number. When simply referring to the “number of special figure hold memory”, it usually refers to a concept including any of the first special figure hold memory number, the second special figure hold memory number, and the total hold memory number. It may refer to a concept that includes the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number but excludes the total reserved memory number). Each of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B has a number (for example, 4) corresponding to an upper limit value (for example, “4”) in each of the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number, for example. LED).

  A start winning memory number display area may be provided in the display area of the image display device 5 together with the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B or instead of these hold indicators. In other words, in the start winning memory display area, a hold memory display for displaying the variable display hold number (special figure hold memory number) in an identifiable manner is performed.

  Below the image display device 5, an ordinary winning ball device 6A and an ordinary variable winning ball device 6B are provided. The normal winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening as a starting area (first starting area) that is always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is an electric tulip-type accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed between a closed state in a vertical position and an open state in a tilt position by a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory shown in FIG. (Ordinary electric accessory) is provided and a second start winning opening is formed.

  As an example, in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable wing piece is in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory is in the off state, so that the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening. Do not close. On the other hand, in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the ON state, the movable wing piece is in the tilting position, so that the game ball passes (enters) the second starting winning hole. ) Make it open. The normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is normally opened when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, and the game ball can enter (pass) through the second start winning opening, while the expansion when the solenoid 81 is in the on state. You may comprise so that a game ball may enter (pass) more easily than an open state. As described above, the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B has the first variable state such as the open state or the expanded open state in which the game ball can pass (enter) through the second start winning port, and the game ball cannot pass (enter). It is configured to be able to change to a second variable state such as a closed state or a normally open state that is difficult to pass (enter).

  A game ball that has entered the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by, for example, a first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. A game ball that has entered the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by, for example, a second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls (prize game media), and the first reserved memory number is a predetermined upper limit value. If it is less than (for example, “4”), the first start condition is satisfied. Based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls, and if the second reserved memory number is equal to or less than a predetermined upper limit value, The second start condition is satisfied.

  The number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A and the number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B. May be the same number or different numbers. The pachinko gaming machine 1 may be one that directly pays out game balls that are prize balls, or may be one that gives a score corresponding to the number of game balls that are prize balls.

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a special winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door shown in FIG. 2, and the specific region that changes between an open state and a closed state by the special winning opening door. As a big prize opening.

  As an example, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door is in the OFF state, the special prize opening door closes the big winning prize opening, and the game ball passes (enters) the big winning prize opening. Make it impossible. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the ON state, the big winning opening door opens the big winning opening and the game ball passes through the big winning opening (entrance). ) Make it easier. In this way, the special winning opening as a specific area changes into an open state in which a game ball easily passes (enters) and is advantageous to the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot pass (enters) and is disadvantageous to the player To do. Instead of the closed state where the game ball cannot pass (enter) through the big prize opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially opened state where the game ball hardly passes (enters) through the big prize port may be provided.

  The game ball that has passed (entered) through the big prize opening is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In this way, when the game ball passes (enters) through the large winning opening opened in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, the gaming ball passes through other winning openings such as the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening, for example. More prize balls are paid out than when passing (entering). Therefore, if the special prize winning ball device 7 is in the open state, the game ball can enter the special prize winning opening, which is a first state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, when the special prize winning device 7 is closed in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult for the player to get a prize ball by passing (entering) the gaming ball into the special prize winning port. This is a disadvantageous second state.

  A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and a plurality of types of identification information different from the special symbols. Is displayed (variably displayed) in a variable manner. Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game (also referred to as “normal game”). Above the normal symbol display 20, a universal figure holding display 25 </ b> C is provided. The general-purpose hold indicator 25C includes, for example, four LEDs, and displays the general-purpose hold storage number as the number of effective passing balls that have passed through the passing gate 41.

  In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a number of obstacle nails. In addition, as a winning opening different from the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the large winning opening, for example, a single or plural general winning openings that are always kept in a certain open state by a predetermined ball receiving member are provided. May be. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as a prize ball based on the fact that a game ball that has entered one of the general prize openings is detected by a predetermined general prize ball switch. In the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an out port through which game balls that have not entered any winning port are taken.

  Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 is provided at the periphery of the game area. A decorative LED may be arranged around each structure (for example, the normal winning ball device 6A, the normal variable winning ball device 6B, the special variable winning ball device 7, etc.) in the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 1. At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a hitting operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to launch a game ball as a game medium toward the game area. For example, the hitting operation handle adjusts the resilience of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like.

  Various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, an audio control board 13, and a lamp control board 14 as shown in FIG. 2 are mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is also equipped with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, an interface board, and a touch sensor board are arranged on the back of the game board or the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board on which various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly addressed to a sub-side control board composed of a random number setting function used in a special game, a function of inputting a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12. A function of outputting and transmitting a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer, and the like are provided. In addition, the main board 11 performs on / off control of each LED (for example, segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and thereby the first special diagram and the second special diagram. Variable display of a predetermined display pattern such as controlling the variable display of the normal symbol display 20 and controlling the variable symbol display of the normal symbol display 20 by controlling the lighting / extinguishing / coloring control of the normal symbol display 20. It also has a function to control.

  On the main board 11, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like are mounted. The switch circuit 110 takes in detection signals from various switches for detecting game balls and transmits them to the game control microcomputer 100. The solenoid circuit 111 transmits the solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory and the solenoid 82 for the big prize door.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15, and receives the image display device 5, the speakers 8L, 8R. In addition, various circuits for controlling the rendering operation by the electrical components for rendering such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 performs all or part of the display operation in the image display device 5, all or part of the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, and all or one of the on / off operations in the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED. A function of determining the control content for causing the electrical component for production to execute a predetermined production operation, such as a section.

The sound control board 13 is a control board for sound output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and outputs sound from the speakers 8L and 8R based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. For example, a processing circuit for executing audio signal processing is mounted. The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control that is provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12, the game effect lamp 9, LED for decoration, etc. A lamp driver circuit that performs on / off driving is mounted.

  As shown in FIG. 2, detection signals from various switches such as a gate switch 21, a start port switch (first start port switch 22 </ b> A and second start port switch 22 </ b> B), and a count switch 23 are transmitted to the main board 11. Wiring is connected. In addition, various switches should just have arbitrary structures which can detect the game ball | bowl as game media like what is called a sensor, for example. Also, the main board 11 is connected to wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control, such as the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbol display device 20.

  A control signal transmitted from the main board 11 toward the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted and received as an electric signal. The effect control command includes, for example, a display control command used for controlling an image display operation in the image display device 5, a voice control command used for controlling sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a game effect lamp 9. And a lamp control command used for controlling the lighting operation of the decoration LED and the like.

  The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing a game control program, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work. A RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides an area, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes a control program by executing a game control program, and updates numeric data indicating random values independently of the CPU 103 A random number circuit 104 to perform and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105 are provided.

  As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed by the CPU 103 executing a program read from the ROM 101. At this time, the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, the CPU 103 writes various fluctuation data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores the fluctuation data, and the CPU 103 temporarily stores the various fluctuation data. The CPU 103 receives the input of various signals from outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. A transmission operation for outputting various signals is also performed.

  Note that the one-chip microcomputer constituting the game control microcomputer 100 only needs to incorporate the RAM 102 in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101, the random number circuit 104, the I / O 105, and the like may be externally attached.

  In the game control microcomputer 100, for example, the random number circuit 104 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the progress of the game in an updatable manner. The random number used for controlling the progress of the game is also called a game random number. The game random number may be updated by hardware such as the random number circuit 104 or may be updated by software when the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 executes a predetermined computer program. May be. For example, numerical data indicating a predetermined random number value is stored in a random counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 in the game control microcomputer 100 or a random counter provided in an internal register different from the RAM 102. The random number value may be updated by updating the stored value periodically or irregularly.

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 101 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various selection data and table data used to control the progress of the game. For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables and the like prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. Further, the ROM 101 includes table data constituting a plurality of command tables used for the CPU 103 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the main board 11 and a variation pattern table storing a plurality of types of variation patterns. Table data to be stored is stored. In the RAM 102 provided in the game control microcomputer 100, various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are temporarily stored so as to be rewritable.

  The effect control board 12 includes an effect control CPU 120 that performs a control operation in accordance with a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, fixed data, and the like, a RAM 122 that provides a work area for the effect control CPU 120, and an image display device. 5, a display control unit 123 that executes processing for determining the control content of the display operation in FIG. 5, a random number circuit 124 that updates the numerical data indicating the random number value independently of the effect control CPU 120, and the I / O 125. And are installed.

  As an example, in the effect control board 12, when the effect control CPU 120 executes an effect control program read from the ROM 121, a process for controlling the effect operation by the effect electric component is executed. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reads the fixed data from the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 writes the various data to the RAM 122 and temporarily stores them, and the effect control CPU 120 stores the effect data in the RAM 122. Fluctuation data reading operation for reading out various fluctuation data temporarily stored, the reception control CPU 120 for receiving the input of various signals from the outside of the presentation control board 12 via the I / O 125, and the presentation control CPU 120 for I / O A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via O125 is also performed.

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5, wiring for transmitting a sound effect signal as an information signal indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13, Wiring for transmitting an electrical decoration signal as an information signal indicating lamp data is connected to the lamp control board 14.

  On the effect control board 12, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the effect operation so as to be updatable. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number.

  In addition to the effect control program, the ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation. For example, the ROM 121 includes a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data configuring the determination tables, pattern data configuring various effect control patterns, and the like. It is remembered. The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 stores various data used for controlling the effect operation.

The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 determines the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5 based on the display control command from the effect control CPU 120. For example, the display control unit 123 performs control for executing decorative display variable display and various effect displays by determining the switching timing of effect images to be displayed in the display area of the image display device 5. As an example, the display control unit 12 3, VDP (Video Display Processor ), CGROM (Character Generator ROM), VRAM (Video RAM), such as an LCD driver circuit has only to be mounted. The VDP may be a graphics processing unit (GPU), a graphics controller LSI (GCL), or a microprocessor for image processing, more commonly referred to as a digital signal processor (DSP). The CGROM may be, for example, a non-rewritable semiconductor memory, a rewritable semiconductor memory such as a flash memory, or a non-volatile recording medium such as a magnetic memory or an optical memory. Any configuration may be used.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 includes, for example, an input port for capturing an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the like, and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12. It is comprised including. For example, from the output port of the I / O 125, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a command (sound effect signal) transmitted to the sound control board 13, and a command transmitted to the lamp control board 14 (Electric decoration signal), a command (drive control signal) transmitted to the motor drive circuit 16 and the like are output.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a predetermined game using a game ball as a game medium is performed, and a predetermined game value can be given based on the game result. As an example of a game using a game ball, a predetermined hitting ball is emitted based on a predetermined operation (for example, a rotation operation) performed by a player on a hitting operation handle installed on the lower right side of the front surface of the housing of the pachinko gaming machine 1 A game ball as a game medium is launched toward a game area by a launch motor provided in the apparatus. When the game ball flowing down the game area passes (enters) the first start winning opening (first start area) formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A, the game ball is moved by the first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. The first start condition is satisfied due to the detection. Thereafter, the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is used based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, because the previous special figure game, the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state has ended. A special game is started.

  Further, when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening (second start area) formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the game ball is detected by the second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Therefore, the second start condition is established. Thereafter, the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is used based on the fact that the second start condition is established, for example, because the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state has ended. A special game is started. However, when the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the normally open state or the closed state as the second variable state, it is difficult or impossible for the game ball to pass through the second start winning opening.

  Based on the fact that the game ball that has passed through the passage gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. 2, the normal symbol starting condition for executing the variable symbol display on the normal symbol display 20 is established. Thereafter, the normal symbol game 20 is started by the normal symbol display 20 based on the fact that the normal symbol start condition for starting variable symbol normal display such as the end of the previous normal symbol game has been completed. In this ordinary game, when a predetermined time elapses after starting the change of the normal symbol, the fixed normal symbol that is the variable display result of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display). At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol) is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbols per regular symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed regular symbol, the variable symbol display result of the regular symbol becomes “ordinary symbol losing”. Corresponding to the fact that the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per standard”, the opening control and the expansion opening control are performed in which the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. When a predetermined time elapses, closing control or normal opening control for returning to the vertical position is performed.

  When a special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is started or when a special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B is started, a special game is started. Before deriving and displaying the variable display result, whether or not the variable display result of the symbol is to be a “big hit” as a predetermined specific display result or whether to be the “small hit” as a special display result (Predetermined). Then, the variation pattern is determined at a predetermined ratio based on the determination of the variable display result, and the effect control command for designating the variable display result and the variation pattern is the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 shown in FIG. To the effect control board 12.

  After the special figure game is started based on the determination of the variable display result and the variation pattern, for example, when a predetermined variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern elapses, a definite special symbol as a variable display result is derived. Is displayed. Corresponding to the variable display of special symbols by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, decorations of “left”, “middle”, and “right” arranged in the display area of the image display device 5 In the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, a variable display of a decorative symbol (effect symbol) different from the special symbol is performed.

  In the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B, a fixed special that results in variable display of the special symbol When the symbol is derived and displayed, a fixed decorative symbol that is a variable display result of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed on the image display device 5. When a predetermined jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as the variable symbol display result of the special symbol, the variable symbol display result (special symbol display result) becomes “big jackpot” (specific display result), and the specific gaming state is advantageous for the player. It is controlled to the big hit gaming state. As a special symbol variable display result, when a small hit symbol different from the big hit symbol is derived and displayed, the variable display result (special symbol display result) becomes “small hit” (special display result), and the special game state small It is controlled to the hit gaming state. As the special symbol variable display result, neither the big hit symbol nor the small hit symbol is derived and displayed, and when the lost symbol is derived and displayed, the variable display result (special symbol display result) is “lost”.

  As an example, a special symbol indicating the number “7” is a big hit symbol, a special symbol indicating the number “1”, “3”, “5” is a small bonus symbol, and a special symbol indicating the symbol “−” is used. Lost design. Each symbol such as a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is different from each symbol in the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Alternatively, a special symbol common to both special symbol games may be a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol.

  In the small hit gaming state, the big prize opening is in an open state until a predetermined period elapses, and a first state in which a game ball can enter the special variable winning device 7 is set. That is, when the variable symbol display result (special symbol display result) of the special symbol game is “small hit”, a special game condition for changing the big prize opening from the closed state to the open state is established. When the special figure display result is “small hit”, the small hit type is one of a plurality of predetermined types. The predetermined period (opening time) during which the big winning opening is opened in the small hit gaming state may be set so as to differ depending on which of the multiple types of small hit types.

  When the number of game balls that have entered the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 from the large winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state reaches a predetermined number (for example, “1”), the special figure display result is Separately from the case of “big hit”, a specific game condition for controlling to the big hit gaming state is established. At this time, according to the number of game balls entering the inside of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 from the large winning opening that was opened in the small hit gaming state, the gaming state corresponds to the big hit gaming state. Different game value is given.

  Thus, in this embodiment, since the gaming state becomes the big hit gaming state, the specific gaming condition determined in advance is that the special figure display result becomes “big hit” or the small hit gaming state is set to the open state. This is established when the number of game balls that have entered the special variable prize-winning device 7 from the large prize opening becomes a predetermined number (for example, “1”). That is, the specific game condition is established when the special figure display result is “big hit” and when the number of game balls that have entered the special variable winning device 7 in the small win game state reaches a predetermined number. Then, it is controlled to the big hit gaming state.

  In the big hit gaming state, a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) or a period from when a predetermined number (for example, nine) of game balls enter the special variable prize-winning device 7 through the big prize opening to generate a winning ball. Then, a round game is executed in which the big prize opening is continuously opened. Except for such a round game execution period or a period in which a predetermined opening operation is performed in the small hit game state, the big prize opening is closed, and the game ball cannot enter or is difficult to enter inside the special variable prize winning device 7. The second state is entered. When a game ball enters the special variable winning device 7 from the big prize opening, the winning ball is detected by the count switch 23, and a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball for each detection. . Instead of paying out the prize balls, a score corresponding to the number of game balls as the prize balls may be awarded.

  The game ball used as a game medium in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the recorded information of the score given corresponding to the number thereof have value that can be exchanged for special prizes or general prizes according to the quantity, for example. That's fine. Alternatively, these game balls and score recording information may not be exchanged for special prizes or general prizes, but may have valuable value that can be used for a second game in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  In this embodiment, as the gaming value that can be given when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 becomes the big hit gaming state, the number of round games executed in the period from the start of the big hit gaming state to the end is calculated as follows: It is varied according to the number of game balls that have entered (winned) the special variable prize-winning device 7 from the big prize opening opened in the small hit game state. When a round game is executed in the big hit game state, it is possible to easily enter (win) a game ball into the big prize opening, and a player can easily make a large number of prize balls (corresponding points may be awarded) Can be earned. In this respect, the big hit gaming state is a gaming state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, when the number of executions of the round game is different, the number of prize balls that can be acquired by the player (the score corresponding to this) also differs. Therefore, the game value given to the player differs depending on the number of round games executed.

  In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the image display device 5, a special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and In response to the start of any one of the special symbol games using the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B, the decorative symbol variable display is started. The period from the start of variable display of decorative symbols to the end of variable display due to the stop display of the fixed decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R Then, the decorative display variable display mode may be a predetermined reach mode.

  Here, the reach mode refers to a decorative pattern that has not yet been stopped when the decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of the jackpot combination ("reach variation pattern"). Is also a display mode in which the variation continues, or a display mode in which all or part of the decorative symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. Specifically, in some of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R) in advance. The remaining decorative symbol display area (for example, “medium”) that has not yet been stopped when the decorative symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating the alphanumeric character “7”) that constitutes the determined jackpot combination is stopped. In the symbol display area 5C, etc., the decorative pattern is fluctuating, or the decorative symbol is a big hit in all or part of the “left”, “middle”, “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R This is a display mode in which all or a part of the combination is changed and changed in synchronization.

  Further, in response to the reach mode, the decorative pattern variation speed is reduced, or a character image (an effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative pattern is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5. Or changing the display mode of the background image, playing and displaying a moving image different from the decorative design, or changing the variation mode of the decorative design, performing different rendering operations from before reaching the reach mode May be. Such effect operations such as display of the character image, change of the display mode of the background image, reproduction display of the moving image, and change of the decorative pattern change mode are referred to as reach effect display (or simply reach effect). The reach effect includes not only the display operation in the image display device 5 but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (flashing operation) in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9, and the like. An operation mode different from the previous operation mode may be included.

  As an effect operation in the reach effect, a plurality of types of effect patterns (also referred to as “reach patterns”) having different operation modes (effect modes) may be prepared in advance. Then, the possibility of being a “hit” (also referred to as “reliability” or “hit reliability”) varies depending on the production mode in each reach production. That is, it is possible to vary the possibility that the variable display result will be a “hit” depending on which of the multiple types of reach effects is executed. In this embodiment, as an example, reach effects such as normal, super A, and super B are preset. And, when the reach production of super reach such as Super A and Super B is executed, the variable display result may be “big hit” compared to the case where the normal reach production is executed (expected expectation of big hit) Becomes higher.

  When the special figure display result, which is a variable display result of the special symbol in the special figure game, is “big hit”, a definite decorative symbol that is a predetermined big hit combination is derived and displayed in the display area of the image display device 5. As an example, a combination of big hits is confirmed by stopping and displaying predetermined decorative symbols on predetermined effective lines in the left, middle, and right decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. It is only necessary that the decorative design is derived and displayed. More specifically, the jackpot combination may be set by configuring the decorative symbols indicating the number “7” to be stopped and displayed together.

  When the special figure display result is “small hit”, in the display area of the image display device 5, a definite decorative symbol that is a predetermined small hit combination is derived and displayed. As an example, predetermined decorative patterns different from the case of the big hit combination are stopped and displayed together on predetermined effective lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Thus, the confirmed decorative pattern that becomes the small hit combination may be derived and displayed as a special display result. More specifically, a combination of big wins is formed by stopping and displaying decorative symbols indicating the number “7”, while decorative symbols indicating numbers other than “7” are stopped and displayed together. You may set so that a small hit combination may be comprised.

  When the special figure display result is “losing”, the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is not the reach mode, and the decorative pattern constituting the predetermined non-reach combination is stopped and displayed. There are cases in which a definite decorative symbol is derived and displayed. In addition, when the special figure display result is “losing”, after the variable display mode of the decorative pattern becomes the reach mode, the decorative pattern constituting the predetermined reach combination is stopped and displayed, so that the non-specific display The finalized decorative symbol that is the result may be derived and displayed.

  When the special figure display result is “small hit” or “big hit”, in the variable display of decorative symbols, after temporarily displaying the decorative symbol that is a combination of small hits, the decorative symbol is variably displayed again, Of the determined decorative symbols that are combinations and the determined decorative symbols that are jackpot combinations, the determined decorative symbols corresponding to the special graphic display result may be derived and displayed. As an example, after a reach effect is performed during variable display of a decorative symbol, after the decorative symbol that is a small hit combination with decorative symbols indicating numbers other than “7” is stopped, the “left”, “middle” ”,“ Right ”decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are again variably displayed, and a fixed decorative symbol that is a combination of small hits or a decorative symbol that indicates the number“ 7 ”is aligned. It is only necessary that a definite decorative symbol that is a big hit combination is derived and displayed.

  The operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described.

In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt disabled. In this initial setting, for example, RAM 10 2 is cleared. Also, register setting of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed. Thereby, thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted and then loop processing is started. In the game control main process, a process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed before entering the loop process.

  When the CPU 103 executing such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled state and executes a predetermined game control timer interrupt process. The game control timer interrupt processing includes, for example, switch processing, main-side error processing, information output processing, gaming random number update processing, special symbol process processing, normal symbol process processing, command control processing, and the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1 Processing for controlling the progress of the process is included.

  The switch processing is processing for determining the state of detection signals input from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22 </ b> A, the second start port switch 22 </ b> B, and the count switch 23 via the switch circuit 110. The main-side error process is a process of performing an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and generating a warning if necessary according to the diagnosis result. The information output process is a process for outputting data such as jackpot information, start-up information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example. The game random number update process is a process for updating at least a part of a plurality of types of game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software.

  As an example, the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side include a random number value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a random value MR2 for determining a small hit type, and a random value MR3 for determining a variation pattern. It only has to be included. The random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is determined whether the variable display result of the special symbol or the like in the special figure game is controlled as the big hit game state by setting the variable display result as the big hit, and the variable display result is set as the “small hit”. It is a random value used for determining whether to control to the small hit gaming state. For the random number MR2 for determining the small hit type, the small hit type when the variable display result is “small hit” is determined as one of a plurality of types such as “first small hit” to “third small hit”, for example. It is a random value used to The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is a random value used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol as one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance.

  In the special symbol process included in the game control timer interrupt processing, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the first special symbol display device 4A. In addition, various processes are selected and executed in order to perform control of display operation in the second special symbol display device 4B and setting of opening / closing operation of the big prize opening in the special variable winning ball device 7 in a predetermined procedure. . The normal symbol process process controls the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) on the normal symbol display 20 to variably display the normal symbol, set the tilting operation of the movable wing piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, and the like. It is a process that enables.

  The command control process is a process of transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12. As an example, in the command control process, the output control board 12 among the output ports included in the I / O 105 corresponds to the setting in the command transmission table specified by the value of the transmission command buffer provided in the RAM 102. After setting the control data in the output port for transmitting the effect control command, the predetermined control data is set in the output port of the effect control INT signal, and the effect control INT signal is turned on for a predetermined time and then turned off. Thus, it is possible to transmit the effect control command based on the setting in the command transmission table. After executing the command control process, after setting the interrupt enabled state, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

  FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). In the start winning determination process, it is determined whether the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B are on. At this time, if the first start opening switch 22A is on, the first special drawing is used based on the fact that the game ball has passed (entered) the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A. A first start winning process is performed to update the first special figure reserved memory number which is the reserved memory number of the special figure game. On the other hand, if the second start opening switch 22B is on, the second special drawing is used based on the fact that the game ball has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B. A second start winning process is performed to update the second special figure reserved memory number which is the reserved memory number of the special figure game.

  As an example, in the first start winning process, it is determined whether or not the first special figure holding memory number is a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). At this time, if the number of first special figure hold storage has reached the upper limit value, the first start winning process is terminated. On the other hand, if the first special figure reserved memory number is less than the upper limit value, the first reserved memory number count that is the stored value of the first reserved memory number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (for example, the game control counter setting unit). Add 1 to the value. Thus, the first reserved memory number count value is 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase (increment). Thereafter, a predetermined game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning is extracted and stored as reserved data in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (for example, the first special figure storage unit).

  In the second start winning process, it is determined whether or not the second special figure holding storage number is a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). At this time, if the second special figure reservation storage number has reached the upper limit value, the second start winning process is terminated. On the other hand, if the second special figure reserved memory number is less than the upper limit value, the second reserved memory number count that is the stored value of the second reserved memory number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (for example, the game control counter setting unit). Add 1 to the value. Thus, the second reserved memory number count value is 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase (increment). Thereafter, a predetermined game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning is extracted and stored as reserved data in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (for example, the second special figure storage unit).

  After executing the start winning determination process in step S101 shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 performs steps S110 to S120 in accordance with the value of the special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102. Select one of these processes and execute it.

  The special symbol normal process of step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In this special symbol normal processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol are based on the presence / absence of reserved data stored in the first special symbol reservation storage unit 151A and the second special diagram reservation storage unit 151B. It is determined whether or not to start the special game using the display device 4B. In the special symbol normal process, whether or not the variable symbol display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set to “big hit” or “small hit” based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result. It is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal process, in response to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game, the confirmed special symbol (big hit symbol or the like in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B) Either a small hit symbol or a lost symbol) is set. In the special symbol normal process, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is determined in advance.

  The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. This variation pattern setting process includes a process for determining a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a result of a prior decision as to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. ing. The variable display time for special symbols and decorative symbols is set in advance corresponding to the variation pattern. Accordingly, by determining the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting process, the variable display time from the start of variable display of the special symbol to the deriving of the definite special symbol resulting in the variable display result is determined. In addition, the variation pattern setting process may include a process of determining whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is “reach” when the variable display result is “losing”. Alternatively, even if it is determined whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is set to “reach” by determining the fluctuation pattern when the variable display result is “lost” in the fluctuation pattern setting process at a predetermined ratio. Good. Furthermore, the variation pattern setting process may include a process of performing setting for starting the variation of the special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. When the variation pattern setting process is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2”.

  The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process for setting the special symbol to be varied in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and an elapsed time after the special symbol starts to vary. It includes processing to measure When the elapsed time since the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “3”.

  The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. In the special symbol stop process, the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B stops the change of the special symbol, and the fixed special symbol which is the variable symbol display result is stopped and displayed. A process for setting is included. Then, it is determined whether or not a big hit flag or a small hit flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is turned on. When the small hit flag is on, the transmission setting of the hit start designation command for designating the start of the small hit gaming state based on the fact that the special figure display result is “small hit” is set, and the special figure process flag is set. Update the value to “4”. When the big hit flag is ON, the transmission setting of the hit start designation command for designating the start of the big hit gaming state based on the special figure display result being “big hit” is set, and the value of the special figure process flag is set to “ Update to 7 ". When the big hit flag or the small hit flag is off, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The small hit release pre-processing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. The pre-opening process for small hits includes a process for setting the big winning opening to be open in the small hit gaming state based on the fact that the variable display result is “small hit”. . Then, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “4”.

  The small hit releasing process in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. In the small hit opening process, the process of measuring the elapsed time since the big prize opening is in the open state, and the timing for returning the big prize opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time, etc. The process etc. which determine whether or not were included are included. When the special winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”.

  The small hit end process in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this small hit end process, the number of game balls that have entered the special variable winning device 7 from the large winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state has reached a predetermined number (for example, “1”). Depending on whether or not, a process for determining whether or not a specific game condition for achieving the big hit gaming state is satisfied is included. When the specific game condition is satisfied and the big hit game state is set, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “7”. On the other hand, the special figure process flag is updated to “0” when the small hit game state is terminated without the specific game condition being satisfied.

  The big hit release pre-processing in step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. This pre-opening process for the big hit includes a process for starting the execution of the round game in the big hit game state and setting for setting the big winning opening to the open state. When the big hit release pre-processing is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “8”.

  The big hit release processing in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. In the big hit opening process, the winning prize opening is based on the process of measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening is in the open state, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. The process etc. which determine whether it became the timing which returns to a closed state from an open state are included. When the special winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “9”.

  The big hit release post-processing in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “9”. In this post-hit opening process, a process for determining whether or not the number of executions of the round game in which the big winning opening is in an open state has reached a predetermined upper limit number, or the next round game when the upper limit number has not been reached. Processing that waits until the start is included. When the next round game is started, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “7”. On the other hand, when the number of executions of the round game reaches the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag is “10”. Is updated.

  The big hit end process of step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “10”. In the jackpot end process, a waiting time corresponding to a period in which an ending effect as an effect operation for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed by an effect device such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 or the like. A process of waiting until time elapses and a process of setting a gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state are included. Along with the setting of the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S110 of FIG. 3 as the special symbol normal process. In the special symbol normal process shown in FIG. 4, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special figure holding storage number is “0” (step S <b> 231). The second special figure holding memory number is the holding memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. The CPU 103 only has to read the second reserved storage number count value and determine whether or not the read value is “0”.

  When the second special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S231 (step S231; No), for example, the first area of the second special figure reservation storage unit (for example, the storage area corresponding to the reservation number “1”) The numerical data indicating a predetermined random number value is read as the hold data stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (step S232). Thereby, the game random numbers extracted in response to the occurrence of the start winning (second start winning) at the second start winning opening in the start winning determination process of step S101 shown in FIG. 3 are read. The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, in a random number buffer for variation.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S232, for example, by subtracting and updating the second reserved memory number count value by 1, etc., the second special figure reserved memory number is updated by 1 and the second special figure reserved memory is also updated. The stored contents in the unit are shifted (step S233). For example, the second special figure hold storage unit stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time. shift. Further, in the process of step S233, the total number of reserved storages may be updated so as to be decremented by one. Then, the variation special figure designation buffer value, which is a stored value of the fluctuation special figure designation buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, is updated to “2” (step S234).

  When the second special figure reserved memory number is “0” in step S231 (step S231; Yes), it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number is “0” (step S235). The first special figure reserved memory number is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. The CPU 103 only has to read the first reserved storage number count value and determine whether or not the read value is “0”. Thus, the process of step S235 is executed when it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure reserved memory number is “0”, and the first special figure reserved memory number is “0”. It is determined whether or not. Thereby, execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure.

  The special figure game using the second special figure is not limited to the one executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure. In other words, the special game may be executed in the order in which the game balls have passed (entered) the start winning opening regardless of the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. In this case, the start opening data indicating whether the game ball has passed (entered) through the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening is stored with the hold data or separately from the hold data and the hold number. Correspondingly, it is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 so that the order in which the start conditions are established can be specified for the special game corresponding to each holding data.

  When the first special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S235 (step S235; No), for example, the first area of the first special figure reservation storage unit (for example, the storage area corresponding to the reservation number “1”) The numerical data indicating a predetermined random number value is read as the hold data stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (step S236). Thereby, the game random number extracted in response to the occurrence of the start winning (first start winning) at the first start winning opening in the start winning determination process of step S101 shown in FIG. 3 is read. The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, in a random number buffer for variation.

  Subsequent to the process of step S236, for example, by updating the first reserved memory number count value by subtracting 1 and updating the first special figure reserved memory number, the first special figure reserved memory is updated. The stored contents in the unit are shifted (step S237). For example, the first special figure reservation storage unit stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time. shift. Further, in the process of step S237, the total number of reserved storages may be updated to be decremented by 1. Then, the variable special figure designation buffer value is updated to “1” (step S238).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S234 and S238, the special figure display result, which is the variable symbol display result, is determined as one of “big hit”, “small hit”, and “losing” (step S239). ). As an example, in the process of step S239, a special figure display result determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set as a use table for determining the special figure display result. In the special figure display result determination table, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result sets the special figure display result to “big hit”, “small hit”, or “lost”. It is only necessary to be assigned to the determination result. The CPU 103 may determine the special figure display result by referring to the special figure display result determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result read from the fluctuation random number buffer.

  FIG. 5A shows an example of determining the special figure display result by the process of step S239. As described above, whether the special figure display result is “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing” is the numerical data or the special figure display result determination table indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result. And may be determined at a predetermined rate. In this embodiment, the special figure display result is determined at a common rate regardless of which of the special figure game using the first special figure and the special figure game using the second special figure is executed. Is done. Thereafter, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result determined by the process of step S239 is “small hit” (step S240).

  When it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S240; Yes), the small hit flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is turned on. The state is set (step S241). Further, the small hit type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S242). As an example, in the process of step S242, a small hit type determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set in a use table for determining the small hit type. In the small hit type determination table, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number MR2 for determining the small hit type may be assigned to the determination result as to which of the multiple types of the small hit type. The CPU 103 may determine the small hit type by referring to the small hit type determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the small hit type read from the random number buffer for variation.

  FIG. 5B shows an example of determining the small hit type by the process of step S242. In this embodiment, as a plurality of types of small hit types, there are small hit types of “first small hit” to “third small hit”. Which small hit type is determined is determined at a predetermined ratio using numerical data indicating the random number MR2 for determining the small hit type and the small hit type determination table. In this embodiment, the small hit type is determined at a common rate regardless of which of the special figure game using the first special figure and the special figure game using the second special figure is executed. The Thereafter, the small hit type determined by the process of step S242 is stored (step S243). The CPU 103 may store the small hit type by storing data indicating the determination result of the small hit type in a small hit type buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (for example, a game control buffer setting unit).

  When it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is not “small hit” (step S240; No), it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S244). . At this time, if the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S244; Yes), the big hit flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is set to ON (step S245). ).

  When it is determined in step S244 that the special figure display result is not “big hit” (step S244; No), or after executing any of the processes in steps S243 and S245, the special symbol in the special figure game is variable. A confirmed special symbol that is a display result is determined (step S246). As an example, when it is determined in steps S240 and S244 that the special figure display result is not “small hit” or “big hit”, the special symbol prepared in advance as the lost symbol is determined as the confirmed special symbol. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is “small hit”, the special bonus prepared in advance as a plurality of types of small hit symbols according to the determination result of the small hit type in step S242. Any one of the symbols may be determined as the confirmed special symbol. If it is determined in step S244 that the special symbol display result is “big hit”, the special symbol prepared in advance as the big hit symbol may be determined as the confirmed special symbol.

  In order to execute the process of step S246, a predetermined special symbol setting table is configured in the predetermined area of the ROM 101 to be able to specify a special symbol display result or a small hit type determination result in association with a final special symbol. It suffices if table data is stored. The CPU 103 refers to the confirmed special symbol setting table based on the special symbol display result determined by the process of step S239 and the small hit type determined by the process of step S242, thereby making the special symbol that becomes the confirmed special symbol. Should be set.

  After executing the process of step S246, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” (step S247), and the special symbol normal process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” in step S247, when the next timer interrupt occurs, the variation pattern setting process in step S111 shown in FIG. 3 is executed.

  When the number of first special figure reservation storage is “0” in step S235 (step S235; Yes), a predetermined demonstration display setting is performed (step S248), and then the special symbol normal process is terminated. In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is effect control from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not transmission to the substrate 12 has been completed. At this time, if the transmission has been completed, the demonstration display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been transmitted, the setting for transmitting the customer waiting demonstration designation command is performed, and then the demonstration display setting is terminated.

  FIG. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in step S111 of FIG. 3 as the variation pattern setting process. In the variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 6, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S261). If the big hit flag is ON (step S261; Yes), the variation pattern corresponding to the big hit when the special figure display result is “big hit” is determined (step S262).

  If the big hit flag is off in step S261, it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is on (step S263). If the small hit flag is ON (step S263; Yes), the variation pattern corresponding to the small hit when the special figure display result is “small hit” is determined (step S264). On the other hand, when the small hit flag is off (step S263; No), the variation pattern corresponding to the time of loss when the special figure display result is “lost” is determined (step S265).

  FIG. 7 shows a variation pattern in this embodiment. In this embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result (special drawing display result) is “losing”, the decorative display variable display mode is “non-reach” that does not become the reach mode, and the reach mode is “ A plurality of variation patterns are prepared in advance for each of the cases of “reach” and for cases where the variable display result (special display result) is “small hit” or “big hit”. Yes. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “losing” and the decorative display variable display mode is “non-reach” is called the non-reach variation pattern, and the variable display result is “losing” and the decorative display is variable. A variation pattern corresponding to a case where the aspect is “reach” is referred to as a reach variation pattern. A variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “small hit” or “big hit” is referred to as a hit variation pattern.

  After executing any of the processes of steps S262, S264, and S265 shown in FIG. 6, a special figure variation time, which is a variable symbol display time corresponding to the variation pattern determination result, is set (step S266). The special figure change time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is the time required from the start of the change of the special symbol in the special figure game until the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result (special display result) is derived and displayed. It is. Following the process of step S266, a special game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A and a special game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B are started. The setting for starting the variation of the special symbol is performed so as to start one of the special symbol games for which the condition is satisfied (step S267). As an example, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “1”, a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A is performed. On the other hand, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “2”, a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B is performed.

  After executing the process of step S267, command transmission setting is performed at the start of the special symbol fluctuation (step S268). For example, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 sends the first variation start command, the variation pattern designation command, the variable display result notification command, the first variation from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the pending storage number notification command, the storage address (first address) in the ROM 101 of the first variation start command table prepared in advance is designated. On the other hand, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the CPU 103 sends the second variation start command, the variation pattern designation command, the variable display result notification command, the second variation from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the pending storage number notification command, the storage address in the ROM 101 of the second variation start command table prepared in advance is designated.

  The first variation start command and the second variation start command use the variation start in the special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B. This is an effect control command for designating the start of fluctuation in the special figure game. The variation pattern designation command is variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbols in the special symbol game. This is an effect control command for designating a variation pattern such as a decorative design. The variable display result notification command is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. The first reserved memory number notification command and the second reserved memory number notification command are effect control commands for notifying the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number.

  After executing the process of step S268, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” (step S269), and the variation pattern setting process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” in step S269, when the next timer interruption occurs, the special symbol variation process in step S112 shown in FIG. 3 is executed.

  In the variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 6, the variation pattern designation command and the variable display result notification command are transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by setting the command transmission setting at the time of the fluctuation start in the process of step S268. On the other hand, transmission is possible. On the side of the production control board 12, the production control CPU 120, based on the variation pattern designation command and the variable display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11, What is necessary is just to determine the control pattern (effect control pattern) of effect operation using effect devices, such as image display device 5, speakers 8L and 8R, and game effect lamp 9.

  As a specific example, when the variable display result indicated in the variable display result notification command is “small hit”, the effect control CPU 120 stores the small hit prepared in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 121. A symbol determination table is selected and set in a use table for determining a definite decorative symbol as a small hit combination. In the small hit symbol determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number for determining the fixed decorative symbol may be assigned to the decorative symbol indicating a number other than “7”. The effect control CPU 120 receives a small hit based on numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a definite decorative design extracted from a random counter provided in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control counter setting unit) of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122. By referring to the symbol determination table, it is only necessary to determine the symbols that are derived and displayed as the fixed symbol combination of the small hit combination from among the ornament symbols indicating numbers other than “7”. On the other hand, if the variable display result shown in the variable display result notification command is “big hit”, the production control CPU 120 aligns the decorative symbol indicating the number “7” as a fixed decorative symbol of the big hit combination, and displays it in a derived manner. You can decide to do it. If the variable display result shown in the variable display result notification command is “losing”, it is derived as a non-reach combination fixed decoration pattern or a reach combination fixed decoration pattern depending on the variation pattern specified in the variation pattern designation command. What is necessary is just to determine the decorative design displayed.

  FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S113 of FIG. 3 as the special symbol stop process. In the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 8, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not a special figure fixed display flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is on (step S281). ). The special figure fixed display flag is turned on by the process of step S285 described later in response to the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result (special figure display result) in the special figure game being stopped (derived). Set.

  When the special figure fixed display flag is OFF in step S281 (step S281; No), settings for deriving and displaying a fixed special symbol are performed (step S282). Then, a command transmission setting at the time of symbol determination in which the special symbol variably displayed in the special symbol game is determined is performed (step S283). Also, a predetermined time (for example, 1000 milliseconds) is set as the special figure confirmation display time (step S284). For example, in the process of step S284, a timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the special figure confirmation display time is set in a game control process timer provided in a predetermined area (for example, a game control timer setting unit) of the RAM 102. That's fine. Then, after the special figure confirmation display flag is set to the on state (step S285), the special symbol stop process is terminated.

  Thus, after the confirmed special symbol is derived and displayed by the process of step S282, the special symbol process process according to the occurrence of the timer interrupt is performed until the special figure fixed display time set by the process of step S284 elapses. Each time the symbol stop process is executed, it is determined in step S281 that the special figure confirmation display flag is on. If it is determined in step S281 that the special figure confirmation display flag is on, it is determined whether or not the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed (step S286). At this time, if the special figure confirmation display time has not elapsed (step S286; No), the special symbol stop process is terminated to wait until the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed.

  If it is determined in step S286 that the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed (step S286; Yes), the special figure confirmation display flag is cleared and turned off (step S287). It is determined whether or not it is on (step S288). At this time, if the small hit flag is ON (step S288; Yes), a predetermined time is set as a small hit start production waiting time (step S289). Further, a command transmission setting is performed at the start of the small hit gaming state based on the fact that the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S290).

  Subsequent to the processing in step S290, the small hit flag is cleared and turned off (step S291). Thereafter, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “4” (step S292), and then the special symbol stop process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “4” in step S292, when the next timer interrupt occurs, the small hit pre-release process in step S114 shown in FIG. 3 is executed.

  If the small hit flag is off in step S288 (step S288; No), it is determined whether the big hit flag is on (step S293). At this time, if the big hit flag is on (step S293; Yes), a predetermined time is set as a big hit start production waiting time (step S294). In addition, the big hit type corresponding to the symbol big hit that becomes the big hit gaming state when the special figure display result becomes “big hit” is determined (step S295). As an example, in the process of step S295, the jackpot type is determined to be “third jackpot” described later (see FIG. 11B), and the number of round game executions may be set to “15”. As another example, in the process of step S295, the big hit type may be determined as one of a plurality of types at a predetermined rate.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S295, command transmission setting at the start of the big hit gaming state based on the special figure display result being “big hit” is performed (step S296). Further, the big hit flag is cleared and turned off (step S297). Thereafter, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “7” (step S298), and then the special symbol stop process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “7” in step S298, the big hit release pre-processing in step S117 shown in FIG. 3 is executed when the next timer interruption occurs.

  If the big hit flag is OFF in step S293 (step S293; No), the special figure process flag value is updated to “0” in response to a loss when the special figure display result is “lost”. (Step S299), the special symbol stop process is terminated.

  In the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 8, the big hit type corresponding to the symbol big hit is determined by the processing of step S295 corresponding to the special figure display result being “big hit” and the gaming state becoming the big hit gaming state. . Thus, when the special symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display), the big hit type at the time of the big symbol is not limited. For example, the jackpot type may be determined when it is determined in the process of step S244 shown in FIG. In this case, one or a plurality of jackpot symbols corresponding to the jackpot type that can be determined at the time of the symbol jackpot are prepared in advance, and the processing of step S246 determines the jackpot type when the special symbol display result is “big jackpot”. Corresponding to the result, any one of the jackpot symbols may be determined as the confirmed special symbol.

  In the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 8, the command setting at the start of the small hit is performed by the process of step S <b> 290, so that the small hit start designation command can be transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. become. On the side of the effect control board 12, based on the small hit start designation command transmitted from the main board 11, it is specified that the small hit gaming state is started, and the small hit start effect corresponding to this command is executed. It is only necessary to set for this.

  On the side of the effect control board 12, for example, based on the variation pattern designation command received when the effect control CPU 120 starts variable display of the decorative design, the fixed decorative design is displayed after the variable display of the decorative design is started. You may specify the variable display time until it derives. When the special figure display result is “small hit”, when a variable display time has elapsed, for example, a definite decorative symbol that is a small hit combination with numbers other than “7” is derived, etc. The player may be able to recognize that the gaming state becomes a small hit gaming state. Separately from the derivation display of the definite decorative symbol that becomes such a small hit combination, it is possible to clearly notify that the gaming state becomes the small hit gaming state by executing the small hit start effect.

  FIG. 9A is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S114 of FIG. 3 as the small hit release pre-process. In the small hit release pre-processing shown in FIG. 9A, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the small hit start presentation waiting time has elapsed (step S301). At this time, if the small hit start production waiting time has not elapsed (step S301; No), the small hit pre-release processing is terminated. Here, since the value of the special figure process flag is not updated, the small hit release pre-processing is executed again when the next timer interrupt occurs, and the process waits until the small hit start presentation waiting time elapses.

  When the small hit start start waiting time has elapsed in step S301 (step S301; Yes), for example, the small hit type stored data is read from the small hit type buffer or the like (step S302). Then, the big winning opening opening pattern corresponding to the read small hit type is determined (step S303). FIG. 9B shows an example of determining the special winning opening opening pattern by the process of step S303. As shown in FIG. 9B, in this embodiment, depending on whether the small hit type is “first small hit” to “third small hit”, 0.5 seconds, 1.0 Different big prize opening times such as seconds and 1.8 seconds are set. In this way, different big winning opening opening times can be set according to the determination result of the small hit type.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S303, the winning number counter provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control counter setting unit) of the RAM 102 is cleared, and the winning number count value stored therein is initialized to “0” ( Step S304). And the opening start control for making a special winning opening from a closed state into an open state is performed (step S305). At this time, a setting for transmitting a drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door is performed. Thereafter, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5” (step S306), and then the small hit release pre-processing is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5” in step S306, when the next timer interruption occurs, the small hit releasing process in step S115 shown in FIG. 3 is executed.

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S115 of FIG. 3 as the small hit releasing process. In the small hit opening process shown in FIG. 10, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big winning opening opening time has elapsed (step S321). At this time, if the special winning opening opening time has not elapsed (step S321; No), it is determined whether or not the detection signal transmitted from the count switch 23 is turned on (step S322).

  When the count switch 23 is OFF in step S322 (step S322; No), the small hit opening process is terminated. On the other hand, if the count switch 23 is on in step S322 (step S322; Yes), the winning number count value is updated to be incremented by 1 (step S323). Subsequently, based on the detection of the game ball by the count switch 23, a setting for paying out the game ball as a prize ball is made (step S324), and the small hit releasing process is terminated. Instead of directly paying out the winning balls, a score corresponding to the number of winning balls may be given.

  For example, in the process of step S324, in response to the detection of the game ball by the count switch 23, the CPU 103 issues a predetermined payout control command (for example, an instruction to pay out a predetermined number (eg, “14”) of game balls. A storage address (such as the top address) in the ROM 101 of the payout control command table prepared in advance may be specified so that a winning ball number specifying command) is transmitted to the payout control board. The payout control command set in this way is transmitted from the main board 11 to the payout control board, for example, by executing the command control process included in the game control timer interrupt process after the special symbol process process is completed. Just do it.

  If it is determined in step S321 that the big prize opening time has elapsed (step S321; Yes), the opening completion control for returning the open big prize opening to the closed state is performed (step S321). S325). At this time, the setting for stopping transmission of the drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door may be performed. Further, a predetermined time is set as the winning ball detection waiting time (step S326). The waiting time for detecting the winning ball is a time required for the count switch 23 to reliably detect all the game balls that have entered the big winning port after the grand winning port is changed from the open state to the closed state. The ball waiting time) may be determined in advance. Then, after updating the value of the special figure process flag to “6” (step S327), the small hit releasing process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6” in step S327, when the next timer interrupt occurs, the small hit end process in step S116 shown in FIG. 3 is executed.

  FIG. 11A is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S116 of FIG. 3 as the small hit end process. In the small hit end process shown in FIG. 11A, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the winning ball detection waiting time has elapsed (step S341). At this time, if the winning ball detection waiting time has not elapsed (step S341; No), similarly to the processing of steps S322 to S324 shown in FIG. Then, processing for updating the winning number count value and setting the payout of the winning ball is executed (steps S342 to S344).

  When it is determined in step S341 that the winning ball detection waiting time has elapsed (step S341; Yes), it is determined whether or not the winning number count value is “0” (step S345). At this time, if the winning number count value is “0” (step S345; Yes), the command transmission setting at the end of the small hit gaming state is performed (step S346), and the value of the special figure process flag is set to “0”. After updating to "" (step S347), the small hit end processing is ended. In this way, when the winning ball count value is “0” and the gaming ball that has entered the special variable winning ball device 7 from the large winning opening opened in the small hit gaming state is not detected, When the small hit game state is finished, a new special game is set to be started without entering the big hit game state.

  If it is determined in step S345 that the winning number count value is other than “0” (step S345; No), the game ball enters the big winning opening in the small hit gaming state and the big hit gaming state is obtained. The big hit type at the time of winning big hit is determined (step S348). FIG. 11B shows an example of determining the jackpot type by the process of step S348. As shown in FIG. 11B, in this embodiment, the big hit type is “first big hit” depending on whether the winning number count value is “1”, “2”, or “3” or more. -It is determined as one of "third big hit". Different numbers of round game executions such as “5”, “10”, and “15” are set for the types of jackpots from “first jackpot” to “third jackpot”. In this way, it is possible to determine the number of round game executions that differ depending on the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit game state.

  A round game is executed when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a big hit gaming state, and the player can easily enter (win) the game ball into the big prize opening, thereby allowing the player to make a number of prize balls (this The game value is that it can be easily acquired. When the number of round game executions, which is the upper limit number of round games that can be executed from the start of the big hit game state to the end, is larger than the number of round game executions less than when the number of round game executions is small. By entering (winning), more prize balls (corresponding points) can be obtained.

  Therefore, according to the determination example of the big hit type as shown in FIG. 11B, in this embodiment, the player enters the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the small hit gaming state (winning). When the number of game balls played is less than a predetermined number (for example, “2”) (for example, “1”), a disadvantageous game value is given that the number of round game executions is less than the predetermined number. On the other hand, when the number is greater than the predetermined number (for example, “3” or more), a more advantageous game value than the predetermined number is given. More generally, the number of round game executions becomes smaller as the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big prize opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the small hit gaming state becomes smaller than a predetermined number. It is a predetermined number in which a game value that is disadvantageous in stages is given compared to a predetermined number that decreases in stages, while the number of round game executions increases in steps as the number exceeds a predetermined number A game value that is more advantageous in stages than the time may be given. Alternatively, when the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is “1” which is smaller than the predetermined number “2” in the small hit gaming state, When the number of game executions is “5” which is smaller than “10”, the game value given when the predetermined number is not given, while when it is “3” or more larger than the predetermined number “2”, It can be said that a game value that is not given when a predetermined number is given, that is, the number of round game executions is “15”, which is larger than “10”.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S348, command transmission setting at the start of the big win gaming state is performed based on the game ball entering (winning) in the big winning opening in the small hit gaming state (step S349). Thereafter, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “7” (step S350), and the small hit end processing is ended. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “7” in step S350, the big hit release preprocessing in step S117 shown in FIG. 3 is executed when the next timer interruption occurs.

  In the small hit end process shown in FIG. 11A, if it is determined in step S345 that the winning number count value is other than “0”, the specific game condition for entering the big hit gaming state is satisfied. Steps S348 to S350 are executed. In the process of step S348, a different round game execution count is determined depending on whether the winning count value is “1”, “2”, or “3” or more. That is, the specific game condition is established when the number of game balls entering (winning) from the large winning opening into the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the small hit gaming state has reached “1”. Depending on whether the number is “1”, “2”, or “3” or more, it is controlled to a big hit gaming state to which different game values are given. As described above, the predetermined number of game balls to be given in order to give different game values in the big hit game state includes the first number and the second number which are different from each other, and the specific game for achieving the big hit game state. It may be the same as the predetermined number that is a predetermined number of winning game balls in order to establish the condition, or may be larger than this (first number ≠ second number ≥ predetermined number) .

  Hereinafter, an example of specific control in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, after a game ball that has been driven into the game area passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening, a start winning such as the first starting winning or the second starting winning occurs. Based on the establishment of the start condition that permits the start of variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, the variable symbol special symbol display is started in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. The In the image display device 5, in response to variable display of special symbols in the special symbol game, variable display of decorative symbols is performed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Is called.

  When the small hit symbol is derived as the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, the special symbol display result which is the variable symbol display result of the special symbol is “small hit”. At this time, in the image display device 5, for example, decorative symbols indicating numbers other than “7” are aligned on predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. Is displayed. As a result, a definite decorative symbol that is a small hit combination is derived and displayed. Thus, when the special-figure display result or the variable display result of the decorative symbols is “small hit”, the small winning game state is controlled and the big winning opening is changed from the closed state to the open state.

  In the process of step S303 shown in FIG. 9 (A), the time for opening the big prize opening, which is the time from the opening of the big prize opening in the small hit gaming state to the return to the closed state, is shown in FIG. 9 (B). It is set as a big winning opening opening pattern according to the determination result of the small hit type as shown. Each time a game ball that has entered (wins) a big winning opening that has been released in the small hit gaming state is detected by the count switch 23, the winning count value is incremented by 1 in the process of step S323 shown in FIG. Updated to Even after the grand prize opening has returned from the open state to the closed state, if a game ball is detected by the count switch 23 before the winning ball detection waiting time elapses, a winning is obtained by the process of step S343 shown in FIG. The count value is updated so that 1 is added.

  In this way, in the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, the number of round game executions corresponding to the big hit type is determined using the winning number count value updated in the small hit game state. As a result, in the small hit game state, from the start of the big hit game state to the end according to the number of game balls that have entered (winned) into the big prize opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 Different game values are given during this period. As an example, when the big hit type is determined as “second big hit” or “third big hit” corresponding to the winning count value “2” or “3” or more, the round game execution count is “10”. Or, it is “15”, and an advantageous game value is given compared to the case where the winning number count value is “1” and the jackpot type is determined as “first jackpot” and the number of round game executions is “5”. Is done. In this way, the game value given in correspondence with the big hit gaming state is determined in correspondence with the number of winning game balls. Therefore, the relationship that the game value corresponding to the number of winning game balls is given becomes clear, and the fairness of the game can be secured.

  On the other hand, if the game ball does not enter (wins) the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state and the winning number count value is “0”, the game after the end of the small hit gaming state Execution of a new special figure game or variable display of decorative symbols is allowed without the game state being a big hit gaming state. As described above, when a predetermined number (for example, “1”) of game balls enter (wins) the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state, the gaming state becomes the big hit gaming state. Accordingly, the relationship that the game ball is won by winning the game is clarified, and the fairness of the game can be secured.

  The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 may not have all the technical features shown in the above embodiment, and the one described in the above embodiment so as to solve at least one problem in the prior art. The structure of the part may be provided.

  As a specific example, in the above embodiment, the winning count count value is determined to be other than “0” by the process of step S345 shown in FIG. In addition to the case where a game ball enters (wins) in the big winning opening, it is determined that the big hit flag is turned on by the processing in step S293 shown in FIG. ”Was described as a big hit gaming state. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the big hit gaming state may be set only when the game ball enters (wins) the big winning opening that is open in the small hit gaming state.

  In the above embodiment, for example, in the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, the number of round game executions corresponding to the winning number count value as shown in FIG. The game value given in the controlled period is described as different depending on the number of game balls that have entered (winned) the big winning opening opened in the small hit gaming state. Here, the game value given in the period in which the game state is controlled to the big hit game state is not limited to the value in which the player's advantage is varied by the difference in the number of executions of the round game.

  For example, in some or all of the round games that are executed once or multiple times during the period when the game is controlled to the big hit game state, the upper limit time (the upper limit opening time for the big prize opening) is different. By doing so, the player's advantage may be different. More specifically, in the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, the big winning opening opening upper limit time depends on whether the winning number count value is “1”, “2”, or “3” or more. May be determined as 5 seconds, 15 seconds, or 30 seconds. In this way, it is only necessary to be able to determine a different large winning opening opening upper limit time according to the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state.

  Alternatively, in some or all of the round games executed once or a plurality of times in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state, the game is caused by the difference in the upper limit number of game balls included in the round game end condition. It is also possible to vary the person's advantage. Alternatively, the number of prize balls to be paid out each time a game ball is detected by the count switch 23 in a part or all of a round game executed once or a plurality of times in a period controlled in the big hit game state (in addition to this) The player's advantage may be different due to a difference in the corresponding score). Alternatively, in a part or all of the round game executed once or a plurality of times in the big hit game state, the degree of opening (open angle of the big prize door) that makes the big prize mouth open by the big prize door The player may have a different advantage by being different. Alternatively, the number of times that the grand prize opening door returns to the closed state (the number of times closed) or the time (the closing time) in part or all of the round game executed once or a plurality of times in the period controlled to the big hit game state The player's advantage may be different due to the difference. A blocking member is provided to prevent the game ball from entering (winning) into the grand prize opening that is opened separately from the grand prize opening door, and is executed once or multiple times during the period when the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state. In some or all of the round games to be played, the player's advantage differs depending on the number of times or the time at which the entry (winning) of the game ball is blocked by the blocking member or the advancement level of the blocking member is different. There may be.

  During the period controlled by the big hit gaming state, the number of round games executed, the maximum winning opening opening time, the maximum number of winning game balls, the number of winning balls per game ball detection (or a score corresponding to this), large Different operation control modes combining some or all of the degree of opening of the prize opening door, the number of closing times and closing time of the big prize opening door, the number of times blocked by the obstruction member, or the advancement degree of the obstruction member Thus, the player may have a different advantage. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a predetermined period of time during which it is controlled to the big hit gaming state according to the number of game balls that have entered (winned) the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state. What is necessary is just to include the 1st case where game value is provided, and the 2nd case where game value different from this case is provided.

  Also, instead of changing the advantage of the game value given during the jackpot, which is the period controlled to the jackpot game state, or making the advantage of the game value given during the jackpot different In addition, the number of game balls that have entered (winned) the advantage of the gaming value given after the big hit, which is the period after the big hit gaming state has ended, into the big winning opening opened in the small hit gaming state Different ones may be used. In other words, the game value given in correspondence with the jackpot gaming state may be given during the period when the jackpot gaming state is controlled, or after the jackpot gaming state ends. May be.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the gaming state after the big hit gaming state is ended may be a short-time state or a probable change state. In the short time state, the short time control is performed in which the average variable display time in the variable display of the special game or the decorative design is shorter than the normal state. In the probability variation state, probability variation control is performed so that one or both of the probabilities that the result of the special diagram display results in “big hit” or “small hit” in each special figure game is higher than in the normal state. Here, the normal state is a normal game state that is different from a specific game state such as a big hit game state, and the initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, when a system reset is performed, after the power is turned on) The same control as in the state in which the initialization process is executed is performed.

  Time-shortening control is a condition in which a special-number game is executed a predetermined number of times after the big-hit gaming state ends (the short-time / medium-time fluctuation upper limit number of times) and the special-figure display result becomes “hit” again. When is established first, it may be terminated. The probability variation control may be terminated when the special figure display result becomes “big hit” again. Like the time reduction control, the probability variation control may be ended when a predetermined number of times (a maximum number of variation during certain variation) is executed. Alternatively, the probability variation control may be terminated by determining that “there is a certain probability variation falling” that terminates the probability variation control in the probability variation falling lottery executed every time the special game is started. The probability variation control may be performed together with the time reduction control, or only the probability variation control may be performed without performing the time reduction control.

  When the time reduction control is performed, the normal symbol display unit 20 uses the normal symbol display unit 20 to make the normal symbol change time (normal symbol change time) shorter than that in the normal state, or to change the normal symbol in each time the normal symbol game. Control for improving the probability that the display result is “per normal figure” than in the normal state, and tilt control of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the fact that the variable display result is “per normal figure”. The game ball can easily pass (enter) the second start winning opening, such as a control to make the tilt control time for performing longer than that in the normal state, and a control to increase the number of tilts than in the normal state. Control that is advantageous to the player is performed by increasing the possibility that the start condition is satisfied. As described above, the control that facilitates the entry of the game ball into the second start winning opening in accordance with the time-shortening control and is advantageous to the player is also referred to as advantageous release control. As the advantageous opening control, any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be combined.

  By performing the advantageous release control, the frequency at which the second start winning opening is in the expanded open state is increased more than when the advantageous release control is not performed. As a result, the second starting condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B can be easily established, and the special figure game can be executed frequently. In addition, the time until the variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened. The period during which the advantageous opening control can be performed is also referred to as an advantageous opening control period, and this period may be the same as the period during which the time reduction control is performed.

  The gaming state in which both the short time control and the advantageous release control are performed is also referred to as a short time state or a high base state. The gaming state in which the probability variation control is performed is also referred to as a probability variation state or a high probability state. A gaming state in which the time-shortening control or the advantageous release control is performed together with the probability variation control is also referred to as a highly accurate high base state. The probability variation state in which only the probability variation control is performed and the time reduction control or the advantageous release control is not performed is also referred to as a high probability low base state. The short time state in which the short time control or the advantageous opening control is performed without performing the probability variation control is also referred to as a low probability high base state. The normal state in which neither the probability variation control, the time reduction control, nor the advantageous release control is performed is also referred to as a low probability low base state. When at least one of time-shortening control and probability variation control is performed in a gaming state other than the normal state, the probability that the special-purpose game can be executed frequently and the variable display result in each special-purpose game will be “big hit” As a result, the player is in an advantageous state. A gaming state advantageous to a player different from the jackpot gaming state is referred to as a special gaming state.

  In the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11 (A), different upper and lower time limit variations are determined according to the winning number count value, as in the first modified example of determining the game value as shown in FIG. 12 (A). May be. In the first modification shown in FIG. 12A, the number of round game executions is “10” regardless of whether the winning count value is “1”, “2”, or “3” or more. It is determined. Therefore, the gaming value given during the period in which the gaming state is controlled to the big hit gaming state is the number of game balls that have entered (winned) into the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state. Regardless, the player has the same advantage. On the other hand, in the first modified example shown in FIG. 12A, the short-term / medium-time variation upper limit number is “10” depending on whether the winning number count value is “1”, “2”, or “3” or more. , “20”, or “30”. In this way, it is possible to determine different time-short-to-medium fluctuation upper limit numbers depending on the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state.

  The short-time / medium-time variation upper limit number indicates the upper limit number of special figure games that can be executed when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the short-time state. The time-short state has a game value that the time until the special figure display result becomes “big hit” is shortened. Further, by performing the advantageous opening control together with the time-shortening control, it becomes easier for the game ball to enter the second start winning opening formed in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, and the player can receive the winning ball (the score corresponding to this). A game value is given that the start condition (second start condition) for executing the special figure game can be easily established while receiving the payout of (good).

  Accordingly, by determining the upper limit of the number of short and medium fluctuations as shown in FIG. 12 (A), in the first modified example, the player enters the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the small hit game state. When the number of game balls (winning) is less than a predetermined number (for example, “2”) (for example, “1”), the game value is more disadvantageous than when the predetermined number is reached, that is, the upper limit of the number of short and medium fluctuations is reduced. On the other hand, when the number is larger than the predetermined number (for example, “3” or more), the gaming value more advantageous than when the predetermined number is obtained, that is, the upper limit number of short and medium fluctuations is increased. More generally, when the number of game balls that have entered (winned) into the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the small hit gaming state becomes smaller than a predetermined number, Is given a game value that is disadvantageous in stages than when it is a predetermined number, while the upper limit number of short and medium fluctuations increases stepwise as it exceeds the predetermined number. A game value that is more advantageous in stages than when it is. Alternatively, when the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big prize opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is “1” which is smaller than the predetermined number “2” in the small hit gaming state, the time is shortened. The game value given when the medium variation upper limit number of times becomes “10”, which is smaller than “20”, is not given, while when it is “3” or more, which is larger than the predetermined number “2”. Also, it can be said that a game value that is not given when a predetermined number is given, that is, the number of hourly / medium fluctuation upper limit times becomes “30”, which is larger than “20”.

  In the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, the game state after the big jackpot that is different according to the winning number count value is determined as in the second modified example of determining the game value as shown in FIG. 12B. May be. In the second modified example as shown in FIG. 12B, as in the first modified example, the gaming value given during the period in which the gaming state is controlled to the big hit gaming state enters the big winning opening (winning prize) ) Regardless of the number of game balls played, the player has the same advantage. On the other hand, in the second modified example shown in FIG. 12B, the game state after the big hit is “normal” depending on whether the winning number count value is “1”, “2”, or “3” or more. , “Short time” or “probability change”. In this way, it is possible to determine the game state after the big hit ends depending on the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state.

  The short-time state and the probable change state are included in the special game state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state, and in the short-time state, the short-time control and the advantageous release control are performed. In addition, by performing the probability variation control, a game value advantageous to the player that the special figure display result is likely to be a “hit” is given. By determining the gaming state after the big hit as shown in FIG. 12 (B), in the second modified example, the player enters the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball device 7 (winning) in the small winning gaming state. ) When the number of game balls played is less than a predetermined number (for example, “2”) (for example, “1”), it is disadvantageous compared to the predetermined number that the gaming state becomes a normal state after the big hit gaming state ends. Game value is given (or the game value given when the number is a predetermined number is not given), and when the game value is greater than the predetermined number (for example, “3” or more), the gaming state is after the jackpot gaming state is finished. The game value that is more advantageous than the predetermined number is given (or the game value that is not given when the predetermined number is given).

  The game value given after the jackpot game state is ended is not limited to the game value that is changed due to the difference in the upper limit number of short-time and middle fluctuations and the game state after the jackpot end. For example, when the gaming state becomes a probable change state after the big hit gaming state is ended, the player's advantage may be made different depending on the big hit probability for determining the special figure display result as “big hit”. More specifically, in the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, the jackpot probability is 1/90 depending on whether the winning number count value is “1”, “2”, or “3” or more. , 1/30, or 1/10. In this way, it is only necessary to be able to determine different big hit probabilities according to the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state.

  Alternatively, the player's advantage may be made different by changing the probability variation mid-variable upper limit number, which is the upper limit number of special figure games that can be executed when the game state is the probability variation state. Or, when advantageous release control is performed, some or all of the advantageous release control modes of the average variable display time, the probability per universal figure, the number of times of opening the second start winning opening, and the opening time are different. By doing so, the player's advantage may be different. Alternatively, when the game state is a probable state, not only the big hit probability for determining the special figure display result as “big hit” but also the small hit probability for determining the special figure display result as “small hit” is different. It may be one with a different advantage. Alternatively, in the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state, the advantage determined by the player is made different by the ratio of the small hit type being determined from “first small hit” to “third small hit”. There may be. Alternatively, the player's advantage may be made different by changing the continuous upper limit number of times, which is the upper limit number of times that the gaming state is repeatedly changed to the probable state after the big hit gaming state.

  After the big hit game state is over, the number of short and medium fluctuation upper limit, the game state after the big hit, the big hit probability, the probability change middle fluctuation upper limit number, the advantageous open control mode, the small hit probability, the determination rate of the small hit type, the maximum number of consecutive chunks Among them, the player's advantage may be made different by changing a game state control mode in which some or all of them are combined. In this manner, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is given a predetermined game value after the end of the big hit gaming state according to the number of game balls that have entered (winned) the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state. The first case may be included and the second case in which a game value different from this case is given.

  The process of determining the number of game balls that have entered (winned) the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state is executed in a predetermined period until a different game value is given according to the number. Anything is acceptable. For example, in the case where the degree of advantage of the game value given after the end of the big hit gaming state is changed, the winning count is counted when the big hit gaming state ends instead of the process of step S348 shown in FIG. A process of determining a jackpot type or the like based on the value may be executed. As a result, it is possible to lengthen the time until the winning number count value is determined after the large winning opening opened in the small hit gaming state returns to the closed state, so that the game ball that has entered the large winning opening Can be reliably detected and an appropriate game value based on the exact number of winnings can be given.

  Further, the game value is not limited to a predetermined game value corresponding to the winning number count value, and it is determined whether or not a predetermined game value is given at a different rate according to the winning number count value. May be. As an example, in the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, instead of determining the number of round game executions as shown in FIG. 11B, or together with the determination of the number of round game executions, Whether or not the game state is changed to a probable state after the game may be ended may be determined at different ratios depending on the number of game balls that have entered (winned) the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state. . FIG. 12C shows a third example of determining whether or not a game value is given, such as whether or not the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state is a probable change state, depending on the winning count value. A modification is shown.

  In the third modified example as shown in FIG. 12 (C), after the end of the big hit gaming state at a different rate depending on whether the winning number count value is “1”, “2”, or “3” or more. Whether or not to perform probability variation control with the gaming state as the probability variation state is determined whether or not to perform probability variation control after the big hit. Thereby, for example, the presence or absence of a probable change state as a game value different from the number of round game executions is determined at a different rate depending on the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit game state. be able to. In the third modified example, by determining whether or not the probability variation control after the big hit is finished as shown in FIG. 12C, the player enters the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball device 7 in the small hit gaming state ( When the number of winning game balls is less than a predetermined number (for example, “2”) (for example, “1”), the determination rate of “with probability variation control” is lower, which is lower than the predetermined number. On the other hand, when it is determined to be in the probability variation state by the ratio, on the other hand, when the number is larger than the predetermined number (for example, “3” or more), the determination ratio of “with probability variation control” is increased, which is higher than the predetermined number It is determined that the probability variation state is established at a ratio. More generally, when the number of game balls entering (winning) into the large winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is smaller than a predetermined number in the small hit gaming state, “with probability variation control”. Decreasing the decision rate step by step, it is decided that the probability variation state is gradually lowered, while the decision proportion of “with probability variation control” increases stepwise as it exceeds the predetermined number Thus, it may be determined that the probability variation state is gradually increased at a high rate.

  Probability control with the game state as the probability change state is a game value given after the big hit game state is finished, for example, the number of round game execution, the big opening opening upper limit time, the upper limit number of game balls, The number of winning balls per game ball detection (or a score corresponding to this), the degree of opening of the grand prize opening door, the number of closing times and closing time of the big prize opening door, the number of times or time blocked by the obstruction member, or the obstruction member What is necessary is just to determine whether it is provided separately from the game value provided in the period controlled to the big hit game state, such as an operation control mode combining a part or all of the advancement degree. That is, it is not limited to the case where the number of round game executions as shown in FIG. 11B is determined by the process of step S348 shown in FIG. Separately from the arbitrary game value, it may be determined whether or not a predetermined game value is given after the jackpot gaming state is ended. Note that the probability variation control may be terminated when the number of times that the special diagram display result is “small hit” in the special diagram game reaches a predetermined number of times (maximum number of probability variation medium / small hits). Thus, for example, in the case where the special figure display result is “small hit”, the game ball is prevented from entering (winning) until it is highly likely that a more advantageous game value is given. Thus, it is possible to prevent the aiming such as executing the special drawing game in the probability variation state.

  The game value given after the big hit gaming state is ended is not limited to performing probability changing control with the gaming state as the probability changing state. For example, whether or not to perform time reduction control or advantageous release control with the game state set to a time reduction state is determined at a different rate depending on the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state. May be. In addition, the decision rate of whether the game state is one of multiple types such as normal state, short time state, probability change state, decision rate of the short time medium fluctuation upper limit number, decision rate of jackpot probability in the probability change state, probability change medium upper limit number of times Determination rate, advantageous release control mode determination rate, small hit probability determination rate, small hit type determination rate, continuous channel upper limit number determination rate, or a game state control mode combining some or all of these, etc. Whether or not to grant any game value that can be granted after the big hit gaming state is ended, at a different rate depending on the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening opened in the small hit gaming state. It may be determined.

  In the small hit end process shown in FIG. 11 (A), when the winning count value is determined to be other than “0” by the process of step S345, the process of steps S348 to S350 is executed, so that the gaming state Can be controlled to the big hit gaming state. That is, when a game ball enters (wins) a big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state, a specific gaming condition is established and the big winning gaming state is controlled. On the other hand, even when a game ball enters (wins) a big winning opening that has been released in the small hit gaming state, if the number of winning balls is less than a predetermined number, it is controlled to the big hit gaming state. The small hit gaming state may be terminated without any change. That is, the specific game condition for controlling to the big hit gaming state is a predetermined number (two or more) of the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big winning opening opened in the small hit gaming state. It may be established when the predetermined number is reached.

  More specifically, in the process of step S345 shown in FIG. 11A, if the winning number count value is “0” or “1” which is less than “2”, the process proceeds to step S346 and the process proceeds to step S346. The winning gaming state may be terminated. In this case, the third modification for determining the game value as shown in FIG. 12 (C) in the process of step S348 is the fourth modification for determining the game value as shown in FIG. 12 (D). A determination ratio for determining whether or not to give a predetermined game value may be set. Similarly, when other game values are determined, setting corresponding to the fact that the big hit gaming state is not achieved when the number of winnings is less than a predetermined number may be made.

  The gaming value given after the big hit gaming state is ended is determined in accordance with the winning number count value, while the gaming value given in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state is the winning number count value. It may be determined at different ratios accordingly. FIG. 13 (A) shows the game value given in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state, such as whether the number of round game executions in the big hit gaming state is “5”, “10”, or “15”. The 5th modification determined at a different ratio according to a winning number count value is shown.

  In the fifth modified example as shown in FIG. 13A, the number of round game executions is “1”, “2”, “3” or more at different rates depending on whether the number of winning prizes is “1”, “2”, or “3”. 5 "," 10 ", or" 15 ". Here, when the winning number count value is “1”, the number of round game executions may be determined to be “5”. On the other hand, when the winning number count value is “2” or “3” or more, the round game execution count is not determined to be “5”. In this way, different round game execution times may be determined according to the winning number count value. When the winning number count value is “2” or “3” or more, the round game execution count is determined to be “10” or “15” in any case. On the other hand, the determination ratio differs depending on whether the winning number count value is “2” or “3” or more. In this way, the common round game execution count can be determined regardless of the winning count count value, while the ratio determined for each round game execution count may be varied depending on the winning count count value.

  By determining the number of round game executions as shown in FIG. 13 (A), in the fifth modified example, the player enters the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball device 7 (winning) in the small hit gaming state. When the number of game balls played is less than a predetermined number (for example, “2”) (for example, “1”), a relatively small number of round game executions (for example, “5”) is determined at a higher rate. It is easier to give a game value that is more disadvantageous than when it is a number. On the other hand, when it is more than a predetermined number (for example, “3” or more), a relatively large number of round game execution times (for example, “15”) is determined. By increasing the value, it becomes easier to give a gaming value that is more advantageous than when the number is a predetermined number. More generally, in the small hit gaming state, the number of game balls that enter (win) the special winning ball apparatus 7 formed in the special variable winning ball device 7 becomes relatively small as the number of gaming balls becomes smaller than a predetermined number. The decision rate of the number of game executions is increased step by step, so that it is decided to give an advantageous game value at a lower stepwise rate, while the number of round game executions that is relatively larger as it exceeds the predetermined number It may be determined to give an advantageous game value at a high rate step by step.

  In addition to the number of round game executions, the maximum winning opening opening time, the maximum number of winning game balls, the number of winning balls per game ball detection (or a score corresponding to this), the degree of opening of the large opening door, the large winnings The period during which the jackpot gaming state is controlled, such as the number of times the door is closed and the closing time, the number and time of blocking by the obstructing member, the degree of advancement of the obstructing member, or an operation control mode combining some or all of these. The arbitrary game value given in (1) may be determined at a different rate depending on the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state. Both the game value given in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state and the game value given after the big hit gaming state ends enter the big winning opening that is opened in the small hit gaming state It may be determined at a different rate according to the number of game balls played.

  Part of the game value given in the period controlled in the jackpot gaming state is determined according to the winning number count value, while the other value given in the period controlled in the jackpot gaming state The game value may include those determined at different ratios according to the winning number count value. A part of the game value given after the big hit gaming state is finished is determined according to the winning number count value, while the other game value given after the big hit gaming state is finished has a winning number count. What is determined at a different ratio depending on the value may be included. In this way, among the game values given in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state, or among the gaming values given after the big hit gaming state ends, it corresponds to the winning number count value One or both of those determined at a different rate depending on the winning count value. In other words, at least a part of the game value given corresponding to the big hit game state may be determined at a different rate according to the number of winning game balls. Thereby, the relationship that the game value determined at a rate corresponding to the number of winning game balls is given becomes clear, and the fairness of the game can be secured.

  Whether or not the gaming state is changed to the big hit gaming state after the small hit gaming state is ended is determined at a different ratio depending on the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state. May be. In this case, even when a game ball enters (wins) in the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state, the small amount without controlling to the big hit gaming state at a predetermined ratio according to the number of winning prizes. The winning gaming state may end.

  More specifically, the game value as shown in FIG. 13B is determined based on the determination that the winning ball detection waiting time has elapsed by the process of step S341 shown in FIG. As in the sixth modified example, whether or not to control the big hit gaming state may be determined at different ratios according to the winning number count value. In the sixth modified example as shown in FIG. 13B, the end of the small hit gaming state at a different rate depending on whether the winning number count value is “1”, “2”, or “3” or more. Whether or not to win the game state, whether or not to change the gaming state to a big hit gaming state is determined later. In this way, it is determined whether or not the game value of being in the big hit gaming state is given at a different ratio depending on the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state. Can do. In the sixth modified example, when the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is smaller than a predetermined number (for example, “2”) in the small hit gaming state. (For example, when it is “1”), the decision rate of “having a big hit” is lowered, so that it is decided to enter the big hit gaming state at a lower rate than when it is a predetermined number, while when it is larger than the predetermined number ( For example, when “3” or more), the determination ratio of “Big hit” is increased, so that it is determined that the big hit gaming state is set at a higher ratio than when the predetermined number is set. More generally, as the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 becomes smaller than a predetermined number in the small hit gaming state, Decreasing the decision rate step by step, it is decided to become a jackpot gaming state at a stepwise low rate, while the decision rate of “big hit” increases step by step as it exceeds the predetermined number Thus, it may be determined that the big hit gaming state is set at a high rate step by step.

  After determining whether or not to make the big hit gaming state in this way, if it is decided not to make the big hit gaming state, the process proceeds to the process of step S346 shown in FIG. If it is determined to be in the jackpot gaming state, the process may proceed to step S348 shown in FIG. 11A to determine the jackpot type.

  In the process of determining whether or not a predetermined game value is given, it is determined in the small hit end process shown in FIG. 11A that the winning number count value is other than “0” by the process of step S345. It is not limited to what is sometimes executed, and may be executed each time a game ball that enters (wins) into the big winning opening when in the small hit gaming state. As an example, whether or not a predetermined game value is given when it is determined that the count switch 23 is turned on by the process of step S322 shown in FIG. 10 or the process of step S342 shown in FIG. The process of determining at a predetermined rate may be executed. In this case, it may be determined whether a predetermined game value is given at a constant rate regardless of the winning number count value, or the predetermined game value is determined at a different rate according to the winning number count value. It may be determined whether or not is given. After it is determined that a predetermined game value is to be given by such processing, whether or not a predetermined game value is given when a game ball that has entered (wins) a big prize opening is further detected. You may restrict | limit so that the process which determines these may not be performed. Alternatively, whether or not to give the game value when a game ball that has entered (wins) the game is further detected regardless of whether or not the game value has already been decided to be given. It is also possible to determine whether or not a predetermined game value is given according to the final determination result.

  In the above embodiment, the big winning opening opening time determined in advance corresponding to the small hit type as shown in FIG. 9B is determined by the processing of step S303 shown in FIG. Until the winning opening opening time has elapsed, in the small hit gaming state, the large winning opening is opened and then returned to the closed state. When it is determined in the process of step S345 shown in FIG. 11A that the winning count value is “0”, the small hit gaming state is terminated without entering the big hit gaming state. On the other hand, for example, small hit types include those that are controlled so as not to return to a closed state until a predetermined number of game balls enter (win) a large winning opening that has been opened. Also good.

  As an example, in the process of step S242 shown in FIG. 4, instead of determining the small hit type as shown in FIG. 5 (B), a small hit type as shown in FIG. 14 (A) is modified. In addition, it may be determined as one of a plurality of types of small hit types including “fourth small hit”. When the small hit type is determined to be “fourth small hit” in the processing of step S242, the big winning corresponding to the small hit type corresponding to “fourth small hit” is performed in step S303 shown in FIG. 9A. The mouth opening pattern KP4 may be determined. In the big winning opening opening pattern KP4, the big winning opening releasing condition for ending the opening state of the big winning opening in the small hit gaming state and returning it to the closed state is set to detect the game ball by the count switch 23. Has been.

  After the winning opening is thus opened by the winning opening opening pattern KP4, the process of step S322 is executed without executing the process of step S321 shown in FIG. 10, and it is determined that the count switch 23 is on. In such a case, the processes of steps S323 and S324 may be executed, and then the processes of steps S325 to S327 may be executed. In this case, in the process of step S345 shown in FIG. 11A, it is determined that the winning number count value is not “0”. Therefore, when the small hit type is determined to be “fourth small hit”, it is determined that the big hit gaming state is set after the small hit gaming state is completed.

  For example, when a game ball enters (wins) a big winning opening that is opened in the small hit gaming state as in the fourth modified example for determining the gaming value as shown in FIG. However, if the number of winnings is less than the predetermined number, the small hit gaming state may be terminated without being controlled to the big hit gaming state. In this case, the big winning opening release end condition corresponding to the small hit type being “fourth small hit” may be that at least one game ball is detected as shown in FIG. The winning number may reach a predetermined number so that it is determined that the game state is a big hit gaming state. There may be provided a plurality of types of small hit types with different numbers of winning winnings as conditions for terminating the big winning opening.

  The player's advantage may be made different by changing the ratio at which the small hit type is determined to be “fourth small hit” in the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state. More specifically, in response to the winning number count value being equal to or greater than a predetermined number, after the end of the big hit gaming state, the ratio that the small hit type is determined to be “fourth small hit” is relatively high. While the game state is entered, the percentage that the small hit type is determined to be “fourth small hit” is relatively low after the big hit gaming state is completed in response to the winning count value being less than the predetermined number. You may make it be in a gaming state.

  In the above embodiment, in the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, for example, the number of round games executed corresponding to the winning number count value as shown in FIG. When the number of game balls entering (winning) the special winning ball apparatus 7 in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is smaller than a predetermined number (for example, “2”) (for example, “1”), It is assumed that an unfavorable game value is given when it is a predetermined number, while a game value that is more advantageous than the predetermined number is given when the game value is larger than the predetermined number (for example, “3” or more). did. However, the present invention is not limited to this, as long as it can give various different game values depending on the number of game balls that have entered (winned) into the big prize opening.

  For example, when the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big prize opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the small hit gaming state is smaller than a predetermined number, it is more advantageous than the predetermined number. On the other hand, when the game value is given, the game value may be given more disadvantageous than when the game value is more than the predetermined number. More generally, as the number of game balls entering (winning) the special winning ball apparatus 7 formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 becomes smaller than the predetermined number, it is advantageous in a stepwise manner as compared with the case where the predetermined number is reached. A game value is given, and on the other hand, as it exceeds the predetermined number, a game value that is disadvantageous in stages as compared to the predetermined number may be given. Further, when the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big prize opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the small hit gaming state is smaller than the predetermined number, it is not given when the predetermined number is reached. On the other hand, when the game value is given and more than the predetermined number, the game value given when the predetermined number is not required.

  Alternatively, when the number of game balls entering (winning) the special winning ball apparatus 7 in the small winning game state is smaller than a predetermined number, the game is more disadvantageous than the predetermined number. A value is given, and even when the number is greater than the predetermined number, a more unfavorable game value may be given. For example, instead of the example of determining the number of round game executions as shown in FIG. 11B, when the winning number count value is “1” or “3” or more, the number of round game executions is determined to be “5”. When the winning count value is “2”, the number of round game executions may be determined as “10”. More generally, as the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big prize opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 becomes smaller than the predetermined number, it is disadvantageous in a stepwise manner as compared with the case where it is the predetermined number. A game value is given, and a game value that is disadvantageous in a stepwise manner may be given in a stepwise manner as compared to the case where the game value is more than the predetermined number. Also, when the number of game balls that have entered (winned) into the big prize opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the small hit gaming state is smaller than a predetermined number, it is given when the predetermined number is reached. The game value that is given when it is the predetermined number may not be given even when the game value is not given.

  Alternatively, when the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big prize opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the small hit gaming state is less than the predetermined number, the game is more advantageous than the predetermined number. A value is given, and even when the number is greater than the predetermined number, a more advantageous game value than the predetermined number may be given. For example, instead of the example of determining the round game execution number as shown in FIG. 11B, when the winning number count value is “1” or “3” or more, the round game execution number is determined to be “10”. When the winning number count value is “2”, the number of round game executions may be determined to be “5”. More generally, as the number of game balls entering (winning) the special winning ball apparatus 7 formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 becomes smaller than the predetermined number, it is advantageous in a stepwise manner as compared with the case where the predetermined number is reached. A game value may be given, and a game value that is advantageous in a stepwise manner as compared with the case where the game value is more than the predetermined number may be given. Further, when the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big prize opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in the small hit gaming state is smaller than the predetermined number, it is not given when the predetermined number is reached. When a game value is given and more than a predetermined number, a game value that is not given when it is a predetermined number may be given.

  In the above embodiment, after the small hit type is determined as one of “first small hit” to “third small hit” in the process of step S242 shown in FIG. 4, step S303 shown in FIG. By determining the special winning opening opening pattern in the above process, the special winning opening opening time is determined as 0.5 seconds, 1.0 second or 1.5 seconds corresponding to the small hit type. Then, the opening start control for opening the grand prize opening is performed by the process of step S305, and when it is determined in the process of step S321 shown in FIG. Open end control for returning the special winning opening to the closed state is performed by the process of S325. Therefore, in the above embodiment, the big prize opening is continuously opened until the big prize opening opening time corresponding to the determination result of the small hit type elapses, and the big winning opening is opened when the big winning opening time elapses. It is controlled to return from the state to the closed state.

  On the other hand, as a winning pattern opening pattern in the small hit gaming state, a plurality of patterns having different opening / closing operations for opening / closing the winning prize opening and the number of opening / closing operations are prepared in advance even if the opening time of the winning prize opening is the same. Different big winning opening opening patterns may be set according to the determination result of the small hit type. As an example, regardless of whether the small hit type is “1st small hit” to “3rd small hit”, the big prize opening time is the same 1.8 seconds, , The open / close count is “10”, the “second small hit” is the open / close count “2”, and the “third small hit” is the open / close count “0” (continuous open state). You may set so that. In this case, when the number of times of opening and closing is the “third small hit”, the game ball is most likely to enter the big winning opening, and in the order of “second small hit” and “first small hit” It becomes difficult for the ball to enter the grand prize opening.

  As described above, even when the difficulty level of the game ball entering the big prize opening is changed according to the number of times the big prize opening / closing is opened / closed, the small hit type is “first small hit” in the gaming state after the big hit gaming state is ended. ”To“ third small hit ”may be different, and the player's advantage may be varied. More specifically, in response to the winning number count value being equal to or greater than a predetermined number, after the end of the big hit gaming state, the ratio that the small hit type is determined to be “third small hit” is relatively high. While the game state is entered, the proportion that the small hit type is determined to be “third small hit” is relatively low after the big hit gaming state is completed in response to the winning count value being less than the predetermined number. You may make it be in a gaming state.

  The setting for varying the difficulty level for the game ball to enter the grand prize opening is not limited to the number of times of opening and closing the big prize opening. For example, when the timing for the big prize opening to change from the closed state to the open state after the special figure display result becomes “small hit” is changed, the difficulty level varies depending on whether or not to notify the timing. It may be a thing to make. In other words, the waiting time for opening from when the special symbol or decorative design variable display result is derived until the big prize opening is changed from the closed state to the open state is determined as one of a plurality of types, and the big prize opening It is determined whether or not to notify the timing when the state changes to the open state, and when it is determined to notify, a predetermined timing notification effect is executed, whereas when it is determined not to notify, the timing notification effect is not executed. You may restrict to.

  In the above embodiment, either the special game using the first special figure or the special game using the second special figure is executed in the process of step S239 or the process of step S242 shown in FIG. It has been described that the special figure display result and the small hit type are determined at a common rate regardless of whether or not. Further, in the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, the special figure display result in any of the special figure game using the first special figure and the special figure game using the second special figure is “small hit”. Regardless of whether or not, the game value is determined to be different depending on the winning number count value, or the determination ratio of the game value is different depending on the winning number count value. On the other hand, one or both of the special figure display result and the small hit type may be determined at different ratios depending on the special symbol used in the special figure game. Also, different game values may be determined according to the special symbol whose special figure display result is “small hit”, or the game value determination ratio may be varied.

  As an example, in the process of step S242, when the special figure game using the second special figure is executed, the small hit type at a higher rate than when the special figure game using the first special figure is executed. May be determined as “third small hit”. When the small hit type is determined to be “third small hit”, the big winning opening opening time is the longest when determining the big winning opening opening pattern in the process of step S303 shown in FIG. 9A. Determined at 1.8 seconds. As a result, in the special figure game using the second special figure executed based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the second starting prize opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the special figure display result is “small hits”. ”, The special figure display result in the special figure game using the first special figure that is executed based on the passing of the game ball through the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A. The game ball can easily enter (win) in the big winning opening in the small hit gaming state, compared to the case where becomes “small hit”.

  When the advantageous release control is performed together with the time-shortening control in the probability changing state or the time-shortening state, it becomes easier for the game ball to pass (enter) the second start winning opening than in the normal state. And, if the special figure display result in the special figure game using the second special figure is “small win”, if the game ball can easily enter (win) the big prize opening, The possibility that the gaming state becomes a big hit gaming state after the end of is increased. After the big hit gaming state is ended, the gaming state becomes a probabilistic change state or a short time state, and the advantageous release control is performed together with the short time control, so that the possibility of entering the big hit gaming state again (continuous Chang expectation) is increased. In this way, the game interest can be improved by increasing the degree of expectation.

  As another example, in the process of step S239, the special figure game using the second special figure is executed at a higher rate than the special figure game using the first special figure. The figure display result may be determined as “small hit”. As a result, in the special figure game using the second special figure that is executed based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the second starting prize opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the special figure display result is “small”. It becomes easy to be determined as “winning”, and the possibility that the gaming state enters the big winning opening in the small winning gaming state (winning) and the gaming state becomes the big winning gaming state is increased. The advantageous opening control is performed together with the time reduction control in the probability variation state and the time reduction state, so that the game ball can pass (enter) the second start winning opening more easily than in the normal state, and the second special figure is used. Since the special figure display result is likely to be “small hit” in the special figure game, the possibility of entering the big hit gaming state again (continuous chain expectation) is increased. In this way, the game interest can be improved by increasing the degree of expectation.

  As another example, in the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, depending on whether the special symbol whose special figure display result is “small hit” is the first special figure or the second special figure. Thus, one or both of the game value given during the period in which the jackpot gaming state is controlled and the game value given after the jackpot gaming state is ended may be different, or the determination ratio thereof May be different. More specifically, when the special figure display result is “small hit” in the special figure game using the first special figure, when the process of step S348 is executed, as shown in FIG. With this setting, the upper limit number of hourly / medium fluctuations corresponding to the winning number count value is determined. On the other hand, when the special figure display result is “small hit” in the special figure game using the second special figure, when the process of step S348 is executed, as shown in FIG. It may be determined to be the upper limit number of times shorter than the setting. For example, if the winning number count value is “1”, the upper limit number of working hours will be “30”, and if the winning number count value is “2”, the upper limit number of times will be “50” and the winning number count value will be “30”. If it is 3 ”or more, the upper limit number of time reductions may be set to be“ 100 ”. Alternatively, when the special figure display result is “small hit” in the special figure game using the second special figure, the special figure display result is “small hit” in the special figure game using the first special figure. It may be determined that the advantageous release control is performed after the end of the big hit gaming state at a higher rate than in the case of becoming. In this way, when the special figure display result is “small hit” in the special figure game using the second special figure, the advantageous opening control is more likely to be executed after the big hit gaming state ends. The special figure game using the second special figure can be easily executed, the possibility of becoming a big hit game state again (expected degree of continuous chance), and the like can be improved, and the gaming interest can be improved.

  In addition, when the advantageous opening control is performed, some or all of the advantageous opening control modes of the average variable display time, the probability per universal figure, the number of opening times of the second start winning opening and the opening time of the usual game There are multiple types of game states with different numbers, corresponding to the number of game balls that have entered (winned) into the big winning opening when in the small hit gaming state, or the big winning opening when in the small hit gaming state Depending on the number of game balls that have entered (winned), the game state may be determined after the big hit game state has ended. Thereby, it is possible to give a game value having a different advantage of the player, that is, the expected degree of continuous change varies depending on the degree to which the game ball easily passes (enters) the second start winning opening.

  A special game using the first special figure is executed based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) through the first start winning opening, and the game ball that has passed (entered) through the second start prize opening is detected. The game is not limited to a game in which a special game using the second special figure is executed, and is common regardless of whether the game ball has passed (entered) the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening. A special game using special symbols may be executed. Even in this case, the special figure display result and the small figure are displayed at different ratios depending on whether the special ball game is executed based on whether the game ball has passed (entered) the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening. One or both of the hit types may be determined, or at least a part of the game value given corresponding to the big hit game state may be determined.

  In addition to giving different game value according to the number of game balls that have entered (winned) in the big win game state in the small hit game state, according to the opening pattern of the big win port in the small hit game state, or Depending on the gaming state before (immediately before) the small hit gaming state, the number of winning prizes to the big winning opening as a condition for giving a predetermined gaming value may be varied.

  As an example, as a big winning opening opening pattern when the small hit type is determined to be “second small winning”, the winning opening is continuously opened until 1.0 second which is the opening time of the big winning opening elapses. And a continuous opening pattern that repeats opening and closing operations in a short period of time until 1.0 second elapses may be prepared in advance. In the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, when the small hit type is “second small hit”, either the continuous release pattern or the intermittent release pattern may be determined as the usage pattern at a predetermined rate. .

  When such a continuous release pattern and an intermittent release pattern are prepared, the game state becomes a probable state after the end of the big hit game state, for example, depending on which one is used and the big winning opening is opened. The probability variation determination value used for determining whether or not to give the game value is made different. More specifically, when the continuous release pattern is a usage pattern, the probability variation determination value is set to “4”, while when the intermittent release pattern is a usage pattern, the probability variation determination value is set to “3”. To do. When it is determined by the process of step S345 shown in FIG. 11A that the winning number count value is other than “0”, depending on whether or not the winning number count value has reached the probability variation determination value, the big hit game It is only necessary to determine whether or not to change the gaming state to the probable state after the state ends.

  As another example, the probability variation determination value is set to “3” when the gaming state before the small hit gaming state (immediately before) is the normal state, while the probability variation determination value is set when the gaming state is the probability variation state. It may be set to “4”. When it is determined by the process of step S345 shown in FIG. 11A that the winning number count value is other than “0”, depending on whether or not the winning number count value has reached the probability variation determination value, the big hit game It is only necessary to determine whether or not to change the gaming state to the probable state after the state ends. In addition, depending on the combination of the opening pattern of the big prize opening in the small hit gaming state and the gaming state before (immediately before) the small hit gaming state, the specific gaming condition or the big hit gaming state for becoming the big hit gaming state You may make it vary at least one part of the game value provided correspondingly.

In addition, depending on the opening pattern of the big winning opening in the small hit gaming state, or depending on the gaming state before the small hit gaming state (immediately before), the big hit gaming state is entered after the end of the small hit gaming state. The number of winning prizes to the big winning opening necessary to satisfy the specific game conditions may be varied. As an example, instead of the process of step S345 shown in FIG. 11A, when the continuous release pattern is a use pattern, a process of determining whether or not the winning number count value is “3” or more is executed. When the intermittent release pattern is a usage pattern, a process for determining whether or not the winning number count value is “1” or more may be executed. That is, when the continuous release pattern is a usage pattern, if the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big prize opening is “3” or more, a big hit gaming state is achieved, while an intermittent release pattern is a usage pattern. In this case, if the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big winning opening is “1” or more, it may be set so as to be in the big hit gaming state.

  In the above embodiment, when the gaming state is either the small hit gaming state or the big hit gaming state, the common big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball device 7 changes from the closed state to the opened state. The game ball is described as being allowed to enter. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when the gaming state is the small winning gaming state, the small winning prize opening provided separately from the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is closed. It is good also as what changes from a state to an open state and a game ball can enter. In this case, when a predetermined number (one or more) of game balls enter (wins) the small winning prize opening that is opened in the small hit gaming state, the specific gaming condition is established and the gaming state is What is necessary is just to control so that it may be a big hit game state. Then, different game values corresponding to the gaming state becoming the big hit gaming state may be given according to the number of game balls that have entered the small winning prize opening.

  Further, a plurality of small hitting winning holes may be provided in the game area, and the difficulty level of entering the game ball may be varied depending on an opening pattern of which small winning winning holes are changed to the open state. As an example, a first small winning prize opening and a second small winning prize opening are provided in the game area. In addition, as an opening pattern for changing these small winning prize winning holes to the open state in the small hit gaming state, the first opening pattern for changing only the first small winning prize winning opening to the open state continuously for 1.0 second. And a second opening pattern in which only the second small winning prize opening is continuously changed to the open state for 1.0 second, and the first small winning prize opening is continuously changed to the open state for 0.5 second. Then, a third opening pattern is prepared in advance, in which the second small winning prize opening is continuously changed to the open state for 0.5 seconds.

  In the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, when the small hit type is “second small hit”, one of the first open pattern to the third open pattern is determined to be a use pattern at a predetermined ratio. That's fine. When such a first opening pattern to a third opening pattern are prepared, an opening winning opening notifying effect for notifying which one of the first small winning winning opening and the second small winning winning opening changes to the open state. Depending on the presence / absence of the game, the difficulty of entering (winning) the game ball into the small winning prize opening in the small hit gaming state may be varied. More specifically, when it is determined by the process of step S345 shown in FIG. 11A that the winning number count value is other than “0”, whether or not the winning number count value has reached a predetermined notification determination value. Accordingly, it is only necessary to determine whether or not to execute the open winning opening notification effect for notifying the small winning winning opening that changes to the open state. The execution frequency and reliability of the notification effect may be varied according to the winning number count value.

  In this example, the first opening pattern to the third opening pattern corresponding to the small hit type of “second small hit” are prepared. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, “first small hit” Alternatively, a plurality of open patterns may be prepared corresponding to the small hit types of “third small hit”, or a plurality of open patterns may be prepared corresponding to different small hit types.

  In addition, after the big hit gaming state ends, regardless of the big hit type, the special figure display result is more likely to become a “small hit” than the normal state, and the presence or execution frequency of the open winning opening notification effect, You may make it vary a player's advantage by changing to any production mode among several production modes which differ according to reliability. In other words, the game value given corresponding to the jackpot gaming state depends on the player's action control mode during the period in which the jackpot gaming state is controlled and the gaming state control mode after the jackpot gaming state ends. It is not limited to those with different merits, and these operation control modes and game state control modes do not depend on the number of winning prizes in the big winning opening in the small hit gaming state, but the predetermined performance control modes are different. For example, the player may have different advantages.

  As an example of a variable winning device that changes a predetermined winning opening from a closed state to an open state when in the small hit gaming state, an accessory variable winning device 40 as shown in FIG. 15 may be provided. 15, the same components as those shown in FIG. 1 are denoted by the same reference numerals. In the configuration shown in FIG. 15, the first special symbol display device 4A is provided, but the second special symbol display device 4B is not provided. Accordingly, the game ball has passed (entered) through any of the first winning winning openings formed in the first winning winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the second starting winning opening formed in the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B. Regardless, a special game using a common special symbol is executed.

  The accessory variable prize winning device 40 is one of special electric accessories, and may be simply referred to as “object”. On the upper left and right sides of the accessory variable prize winning device 40, blade members (function accessory opening / closing members) 32L and 32R as movable members are provided so as to be slidable. Further, at the locations where the blade members 32L and 32R are installed, there are provided accessory entrances 31L and 31R formed so that a game ball can enter the inside of the accessory variable prize device 40. The blade members 32L and 32R are connected to a plunger or the like built in the coil of the blade solenoid via a predetermined link mechanism such as a linkage arm. When the wing solenoid is in the off state, the wing members 32L and 32R block the accessory entry ports 31L and 31R, so that the game ball cannot enter the inside of the accessory variable prize winning device 40. On the other hand, when the blade solenoid is in the on state, the blade members 32L and 32R open the accessory entry 31L and 31R, thereby allowing the game ball to enter the inside of the accessory variable winning device 40. In addition, the blade members 32L and 32R are not limited to those configured to be slidable and changeable. For example, the blade members 32L and 32R are configured to be rotatable so that the accessory entry 31L and 31R are connected to the accessory variable prize winning device 40. What is necessary is just to be able to change into the open state which can enter a game ball inside, and the closed state which cannot enter.

  A ball path through which a game ball can flow down and roll is provided inside the accessory variable prize winning device 40. A game ball that has entered the bonus variable prize-winning device 40 passes through a predetermined ball path, and then is one of a plurality of areas such as a specific area (V winning area) 49 and a normal area (losing area) 50, for example. Is passed (approached) and discharged to the outside of the accessory variable winning device 40. A game ball that has entered the inside of the accessory variable winning device 40 from the opened accessory entrances 31L and 31R is detected by the accessory winning switch. A game ball that has passed (entered) the specific area 49 is detected by a predetermined V winning switch. The game ball discharged to the outside of the accessory variable winning device 40 is detected by the discharge ball detection switch.

  In such a configuration, when the special figure display result is “small hit” in the special figure game in the first special symbol display device 4A, the accessory entry 31L, 31R changes from the closed state to the open state. At this time, the accessory entry opening time corresponding to the period during which the accessory entry 31L, 31R is opened is the same as the determination of the big opening opening time by the process of step S303 shown in FIG. It may be determined corresponding to the determination result of the small hit type.

  The number of game balls that have passed (entered) the specific area 49 out of the game balls that have entered the inside of the bonus game variable winning device 40 from the bonus game entrances 31L and 31R that have been opened in the small hit game state. When the predetermined number (one or more) is reached, the specific gaming condition is established and the gaming state is controlled to be the big hit gaming state. And according to the number of game balls that have passed (entered) the specific area 49, different game values corresponding to the game state becoming the big hit game state may be given.

  For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 15, instead of the small hit opening process shown in FIG. 10, the small hit releasing process as shown in FIG. 16 may be executed. In the small hit opening process shown in FIG. 16, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the accessory entry opening time has elapsed (step S321A). At this time, if the bonus entry opening time has not elapsed (step S321A; No), based on the detection signal transmitted from the V winning switch, detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the specific area 49 (V It is determined whether or not there has been a winning detection (step S322A).

  If there is no V winning detection in step S322A (step S322A; No), the small hit releasing process is terminated. On the other hand, if V winning detection is detected in step S322A (step S322A; Yes), the winning number count value is updated so as to be incremented by 1 (step S323A), and the small hit releasing process is terminated. In addition to the V winning detection, a game ball that has entered each of the accessory entrances 31L and 31R is detected, and if it is detected, a setting for paying out the winning ball may be performed. Good.

  If it is determined in step S321A that the accessory entry opening time has elapsed (step S321A; Yes), the opening completion control for returning the accessory entry 31L, 31R in the open state to the closed state. Is performed (step S325A). Further, a predetermined time is set as the discharge ball detection waiting time (step S326A). The waiting time for detecting the discharged ball is that all the game balls that have entered the accessory variable winning device 40 after the accessory entrances 31L and 31R are changed from the open state to the closed state are moved to the outside of the variable accessory winning device 40. It is sufficient that the time required for the discharge can be determined in advance. Then, after updating the value of the special figure process flag to “6” (step S327), the small hit releasing process is terminated.

  When the small hit release process as shown in FIG. 16 is executed, in the process of step S341 in the small hit end process shown in FIG. 11A, whether or not the discharge ball detection waiting time has elapsed. This determination may be made. Further, in the process of step S342, it may be determined whether or not a V prize is detected. Note that the setting for payout of prize balls by the process of step S344 may not be performed. Then, when it is determined in step S341 that the discharge ball detection waiting time has elapsed, the processing of steps S345 to S350 is executed, so that the gaming state is changed to the big hit gaming state according to the winning number count value. It is only necessary to determine whether or not to determine the game value to be given when the game state is a big hit gaming state.

  In this way, in the small hit gaming state in which the accessory entrance 31L, 31R formed in the accessory variable prize winning device 40 shown in FIG. 15 changes from the closed state to the open state, the accessory entrance 31L that has been opened. , 31R enters the inside of the accessory variable prize winning device 40, the game ball passes through (enters) the specific area 49, and a V winning is generated, the specific game condition for controlling to the big hit game state is established . Further, depending on the number of game balls that have passed (entered) the specific area 49, different game values can be given corresponding to the big hit game state. In the round game in the big hit gaming state, the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball device 7 provided separately from the accessory variable winning device 40 may be changed from the closed state to the open state. Alternatively, in some round games in the big hit game state, the accessory entry 31L, 31R formed in the accessory variable winning device 40 may be changed from the closed state to the open state. Alternatively, as a plurality of types of big hit game states, special bonuses are possible, such as a big hit game state in which a round game in which the accessory entry 31L, 31R formed in the accessory variable prize winning device 40 changes from a closed state to an open state is executed. You may provide the big hit game state in which the round game in which the big winning opening formed in the winning ball apparatus 7 changes from a closed state to an open state is performed.

  Note that the accessory variable prize winning device 40 changes the accessory entry 31L, 31R from the closed state to the open state when the special figure display result, which is the variable display result of the special symbol in the special figure game, is “small hit”. It is not limited to what changes. For example, based on the fact that a game ball has passed (entered) one or more of the start winning holes provided in the game area, the accessory entry points 31L and 31R change from a closed state to an open state. You may make it do. When a plurality of start winning openings are provided, the start winning opening 31L, 31R changes to the open state once when the game ball passes (enters) and the game ball passes (enters). By doing so, a start winning opening may be provided in which the accessory entrances 31L and 31 change to an open state a plurality of times (twice or three times). Thus, based on the fact that the game ball has passed (entered) through the start winning opening provided in the game area, a special game condition for changing the accessory entry 31L, 31R from the closed state to the open state is established. It may be.

  When a specific game condition for establishing a big hit gaming state by passing (entering) a specific area 49 provided inside the accessory variable prize winning device 40 is established, The player's advantage may be varied depending on the degree of difficulty in which the game ball that has entered the accessory variable prize-winning device 40 in the game state after the end passes (enters) the specific area 49. More specifically, in response to the winning number count value being equal to or greater than a predetermined number, after the end of the big hit gaming state, the game that has entered the bonus variable winning device 40 from the bonuses entrance 31L, 31R While the proportion of the balls guided to the specific area 49 becomes a gaming state that is relatively high, the winning combination entry after the end of the big hit gaming state corresponds to the winning number count value being less than a predetermined number. You may make it the game state into which the ratio by which the game ball which approached the inside of the accessory variable prize-winning apparatus 40 from 31L and 31R is guide | induced to the specific area | region 49 is comparatively low.

  The setting for varying the difficulty of passing (entering) the game ball through the specific area 49 is not limited to that by guiding the game ball that has entered the variable prize winning device 40. For example, the entrance opening condition for changing the accessory entrance 31L, 31R from the closed state to the open state is established based on the special chart display result of “small hit” or the passing (entrance) of the game ball at the start winning opening Then, when the timing at which the accessory entrances 31L and 31R are actually changed to the open state is made different, the difficulty may be made different depending on whether or not the timing is notified. That is, the entrance opening waiting time until the entrance opening 31L, 31R is changed from the closed state to the opened state after the entrance opening condition is established is determined as one of a plurality of types. It is determined whether or not to notify the timing at which the entrances 31L and 31R are changed to the open state, and when it is determined to be notified, a predetermined timing notification effect is executed, whereas when it is determined not to be notified, the timing notification is performed. You may restrict | limit so that production may not be performed.

  In addition, in the case of the accessory variable prize winning device 40, a technique applied when the big prize opening formed in the special variable prize winning ball device 7 is changed from the closed state to the open state in the small hit gaming state. Is also applied as appropriate to solve at least one problem in the prior art.

  In the small hit release process shown in FIG. 16, a discharge ball detection waiting time is set by the process of step S326A, and when this discharge ball detection waiting time elapses, a game ball is played from the inside of the accessory variable winning device 40. It was explained that it was judged that was discharged. On the other hand, it is determined whether or not the game ball has been discharged from the inside of the accessory variable winning device 40 based on the detection result by the accessory winning switch or the discharge ball detection switch provided in the accessory variable winning device 40. You may be able to do it.

  As an example, every time a game ball that has passed through one of the winning combination entrances 31L, 31R is detected by the winning combination winning switch, the game ball count value is updated so as to be incremented by one. On the other hand, every time a game ball is detected by the discharged ball detection switch, the game ball count value in the accessory is updated to be decremented by one. Then, after it is determined in the process of step S321A shown in FIG. 16 that the bonus entry opening time has elapsed, the bonus variable variable prize is determined depending on whether or not the bonus ball number in the bonus is “0”. It may be determined whether or not the game ball is discharged from the inside of the device 40.

  In this case, after executing the process of step S325A when the bonus entry opening time has elapsed, until the game ball count value in the bonus is “0”, the small hit opening process is repeatedly executed. When the in-game game ball count value becomes “0”, the processing in step S327 may be executed, so that the processing after the small hit release is executed when the next timer interruption occurs. On the other hand, by executing the processing of steps S325A, S326A, and S327 when the accessory entry opening time elapses, the small post-opening processing is executed when the next timer interruption occurs. You may wait until the game ball count value in the accessory becomes “0” in the post-hit processing. Then, when the game ball count value in the accessory does not become “0” and the discharge ball detection waiting time elapses, it is determined that an abnormality that the game ball remains inside the accessory variable prize winning device 40 has occurred. Processing may be executed.

  A counter that counts the game balls detected by the prize winning switch and a counter that counts the game balls detected by the discharge ball detection switch may be provided separately. In this case, it suffices to determine whether or not the game ball is discharged from the inside of the accessory variable winning device 40 depending on whether or not both count values are the same.

  In the above embodiment, the number “7” is placed on the predetermined effective lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the display area of the image display device 5. It has been described that a combination of big hits is configured by stopping and displaying the decorative symbols shown, and a combination of small hits is configured by stopping and displaying all of the decorative symbols indicating numbers other than “7”. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, it may be set so as to constitute a small hit combination that results in a special display by stopping and displaying a decorative symbol predetermined as an opening chance. In this case, in the display area of the image display device 5, decorative symbols indicating arbitrary numbers are arranged on predetermined effective lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The jackpot combination may be configured by stopping and displaying.

  As an example, in the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right”, decorative patterns that are any of a plurality of types of small hit combinations that are predetermined as opening opportunities for special combinations Is stopped. In the opening chance, the decorative display showing the same number is displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the “left” and “right” decorative design display areas 5L and 5R, so that the variable display mode of the decorative design is the reach mode. Then, in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C, for example, a special decorative symbol (for example, a card symbol that becomes an open chance symbol) that is not used for variable display of the decorative symbol at normal time is stopped and displayed. In addition, those constituting a small hit combination that results in a special display result may be included. Even if the decorative display variable display mode is not the reach mode, the special display pattern is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative design display area 5C, thereby forming a small hit combination that results in a special display result. Things may be included. Instead of displaying a special decorative symbol such as an open chance symbol, or in addition to displaying a special decorative symbol in a stopped state, the decorative symbol used for variable display of the decorative symbol at normal times is a predetermined non-reach. What constitutes a small hit combination that becomes a special display result by being stopped and displayed in combination may be included.

  Corresponding to the plurality of types of small hit types determined by the process of step S242 shown in FIG. 4, a plurality of types of open chance symbols having different display modes are prepared in advance, and the open chance corresponding to the determination result of the small hit types is provided. A fixed decorative design including a design may be derived. As a result, it is possible to recognize the small hit type according to the display mode of the opening chance symbol included in the confirmed decorative symbol, and to specify the opening operation mode of the big winning opening corresponding to the small winning type (such as the big winning opening time). May be. On the other hand, it is possible to recognize that the variable display result is “small hit” by preparing a common open chance symbol regardless of multiple types of small hit types and deriving this open chance symbol. The opening operation mode of the special winning opening corresponding to (such as the special winning opening opening time) may be notified so that it can be specified by the effect at the start of the small hit.

  In the above embodiment, by determining the big hit type at the time of big win in the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, the game value given corresponding to the big hit gaming state is changed to the small hit gaming state. As described above, it will be different depending on the number of game balls that have entered (winned) the big winning opening. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the jackpot type is determined to be either a common jackpot type or a jackpot type that is different at a predetermined ratio regardless of the number of winning game balls, while being awarded corresponding to the jackpot game state. The game value to be played may be determined as either a different game value or a different game value at a predetermined ratio according to the number of winning game balls.

  As an example, the jackpot type corresponds to the game state after the end of the jackpot game state, “normal” (when the normal state is entered), “short time” (when the short state is entered), “probability change” (probability change state and 3 types) may be prepared in advance, and may be determined as one of the big hit types at a predetermined ratio based on the determination result that the special figure display result is “small hit”. For example, when it is determined in the process of step S244 shown in FIG. 4 that the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit”, the big hit type may be determined as one of a plurality of types. On the other hand, in the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11 (A), the round game execution count shown in FIG. 11 (B) is changed according to the winning count count value as a game value different from the jackpot type. It may be determined.

  In the above embodiment, when the special figure display result is “small hit”, the gaming state becomes the small hit gaming state, and a predetermined number of game balls are placed in the big winning opening that is opened in the small hit gaming state. As described above, it is assumed that the specific gaming condition is satisfied and the gaming state becomes the big hit gaming state by entering (winning). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the opening operation of the big winning opening which is the first round game in the big hit gaming state is performed instead of the opening operation of the big winning opening in the small hit gaming state. May be. As an example, in the process of step S239 shown in FIG. 4, it is determined whether the special figure display result is “lost” or “big hit”. At this time, if the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit”, a plurality of types, like the “first small hit” to “third small hit” small hit types determined in the processing of step S242. Decide on one of the big hit types.

  Thereafter, when the game state becomes the big hit game state in response to the special figure display result being “big hit”, when the first round game is started, the process of step S303 shown in FIG. In the same manner as described above, the big winning opening opening time in the first round game is set by determining the big winning opening opening pattern previously associated with the big hit type. Then, similar to the processing in step S305, after performing the control to open the big winning opening in the first round game, the big hit releasing process similar to the small hit releasing process shown in FIG. 10 is executed. To do. At this time, when the waiting time for winning ball detection elapses by executing the processing of steps S341 to S345 shown in FIG. Is determined to be “0”. Thus, when it is determined that the winning number count value is “0”, it is determined that the round continuation condition for continuously executing the round game in the big hit gaming state is not satisfied, and the big hit gaming state is ended. On the other hand, when it is determined that the winning number count value is other than “0”, the round continuation condition is satisfied, and the second and subsequent round games may be controlled to be executable.

  The round continuation condition for continuously executing the round game is a predetermined number (the number of game balls entering (winning) into the big winning opening opened in the first round game). It may be established when the predetermined number (2 or more) is reached. Thus, the special game state is set as a game state in which the first round game is executed in the big hit game state, and the specific game state is a game in which the second round game or later is executed in the big hit game state. It may be set as a state.

  In addition to these, a game machine for giving different game values corresponding to the device configuration of the gaming machine such as the pachinko gaming machine 1, the data configuration, the processing shown in the flowchart, and the number of game balls that have entered the predetermined winning device Various control contents including control or production control can be arbitrarily changed and modified without departing from the gist of the present invention.

  The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to a form distributed and provided by a removable recording medium to a computer device or the like included in a gaming machine such as the pachinko gaming machine 1. You may take the form distributed by pre-installing in storage devices, such as a computer apparatus. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

  The game execution mode is not only executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. It is also possible to execute directly using hardware resources on the other device side on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game can be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, based on the establishment of the special game condition that the special figure display result is “small hit”, the processing of steps S114 to S116 shown in FIG. ), The process shown in FIG. 10 and FIG. 11 (A) is executed, etc., and the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is changed to the first state by opening the large winning opening until the predetermined period elapses. It becomes a hit gaming state. When the number of gaming balls that have entered the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 from the large winning opening that has been opened in the small hit gaming state has reached a predetermined number, a specific gaming condition is established. The gaming state becomes a big hit gaming state. Different game values are given according to the number of game balls that have entered the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 from the big winning opening when in the small hit gaming state. Thereby, the player's interest in the number of game balls entering the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 from the large winning opening when in the small hit gaming state can be increased, and the gaming interest can be improved. Further, the relationship that the game ball is won by winning the game ball and the relationship that the game value according to the number of winning game balls is given are clarified, and the fairness of the game can be secured.

  In the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11 (A), for example, as shown in FIG. 11 (B), a big hit type corresponding to the winning number count value is determined, and according to the number of game balls that have entered the big winning opening. Different round game execution times are set. In this way, the game value given in the period controlled to the big hit gaming state is made different according to the number of winnings, so that when in the small hit gaming state, the special winning prize ball device 7 is moved from the big winning opening. It is possible to increase the interest of the player with respect to the number of game balls to enter and to improve the gaming interest. Further, the relationship that the game value corresponding to the number of winning game balls is given during the period in which the game value is controlled to the big hit gaming state becomes clear, and the fairness of the game can be ensured.

  In the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11A, for example, as shown in FIG. In this way, the game value given after the big hit game state ends is made different according to the number of wins, so that the game that enters the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 from the big prize opening in the small hit game state. The player's interest in the number of balls can be increased, and the gaming interest can be improved. Further, the relationship that the game value corresponding to the number of winning game balls is given after the big hit gaming state is clarified, and the fairness of the game can be ensured.

  In the process of step S348 shown in FIG. 11 (A), for example, as shown in FIG. 12 (C), the presence / absence of probability variation control is determined at different rates according to the winning number count value. In this way, by changing the determination ratio of whether or not a predetermined game value is given corresponding to the big hit gaming state according to the number of winning prizes, it is specially variable from the big winning opening when in the small hit gaming state It is possible to increase the player's interest in the number of game balls that enter the inside of the winning ball apparatus 7 and improve the game entertainment. Further, the relationship of determining the game value to be given at a rate corresponding to the number of winning game balls is clarified, and the fairness of the game can be ensured.

  If the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” by the process of step S239 shown in FIG. 4, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “7” by the process of step S298 shown in FIG. As a result of the processing of steps S117 to S120 shown in FIG. 3, the game state is a big hit game state regardless of whether or not a game ball has entered the big prize opening. In this way, when the special figure display result becomes “big hit”, it is controlled to the big hit gaming state, thereby eliminating the monotonous gameplay that just allows the game ball to enter the big winning opening via the small hit gaming state. Thus, it is possible to improve the gaming interest.

  When a small hit type of “fourth small hit” as shown in FIG. 14 (A) is provided, and a small hit gaming state in which the small hit type is “fourth small hit” is shown in FIG. 14 (B). As shown, by detecting the winning ball as an end condition for opening the big winning opening, the big winning opening is opened until the gaming ball enters, and when the gaming ball enters the big winning opening, the big hit gaming state is obtained. In this way, by providing a small hit game state that is determined to be a big hit game state, it is possible to increase the unexpectedness of the game and prevent a decrease in gaming interest.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Gaming machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Ordinary winning ball device 6B ... Ordinary variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Game effect lamp 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 13 ... Audio control board 14 ... Lamp control board 15 ... Relay board 20 ... Normal symbol display 21 ... Gate switch 22A, 22B ... Start-up switch 23 ... Count switch 40... Variable prize-winning device 31L, 31R .. Advancement entry 49... Specific area 100...
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for effect control
123 ... Display control unit

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that performs a predetermined game using a game medium and controls an advantageous state advantageous to a player when a predetermined advantageous condition is satisfied,
A variable winning device that changes between a first state in which game media can enter and a second state in which game media cannot enter;
Special state control means for controlling the variable prize-winning device from the second state to the first state until a predetermined period elapses based on establishment of a predetermined special condition;
Condition control means capable of establishing the advantageous condition when the number of game media that have entered the variable prize device that has changed to the first state in the special state has reached a predetermined number;
Wherein according to the number of game media that has entered into the variable winning device when a special condition, a favorable state control means for varying the game value granted to have you in the advantageous condition,
The special state control means, wherein the special state, the variable winning device is changed once in the first state, time to said alteration is controllable to any one of several different types of special conditions,
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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