JP6175631B2 - Bullet ball machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a ball game machine.

  Conventionally, when there is a reserved memory where a big hit or reach occurs, a continuous notice effect for notifying that a big hit will be made with the reserved memory is known together with a plurality of symbol effects performed immediately before the reserved memory is consumed. (For example, Patent Document 1).

  On the other hand, after the end of the jackpot game, until the jackpot lottery is performed for a predetermined number of times, a ball game machine or the like that is in a probable state in which the winning probability of the jackpot lottery increases (for example, Patent Document 2) There is known a ball game machine that enters a short state when the probability of entering the ball rises (for example, Patent Document 3).

  In such a ball game machine, whether or not a big hit is reached before the probability change state or short-time state ends is an interest of the game, and the remaining number of jackpot lotteries to be held before the end of the probability change state etc. decreases. In some cases, a countdown display of the remaining number of times is performed.

  Also, there is known a ball game machine that has a plurality of contents of effects, and the contents of the effects are switched depending on a predetermined cause without depending on the change of the game state.

JP 2004-187702 A JP 2000-325579 A JP 09-122317 A

  The above-described continuous notice effect is an excellent effect that can give a sense of expectation for winning over multiple variations, but when the content of the effect is changed, it is produced over multiple variations. There is nothing.

  On the other hand, the countdown display of the remaining number of times such as the probability change state described above can directly indicate that the state advantageous to the player is finished, and the player can feel a sense of crisis. However, there is no possibility of having any expectation for continuation such as a probable change state, and there is a risk that only the pressure is given to the player. In addition, although the end of the probabilistic state, etc. is produced over multiple variations, it is not an effect that takes into account the connection with the subsequent production content, but a single story is continued with the production content such as the probabilistic state and the production content such as the normal state It was difficult to do.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and when there is an effect that does not have a sense of expectation for a big hit, the expectation for a change in the effect contents, a probable change state, a short time state continues, etc. On the other hand, after telling that there is no hit within the hold on the other hand, it is also possible to notify the change of the production content, the probability change state, the end of the short-time state in a continuous production, but simply The aim is to enhance the entertainment value of the game by increasing the production value by giving it a story rather than ending it.

  The invention according to claim 1, which has been made in view of the above problems, is a main control device that performs a lottery lottery based on a random number extracted by entering a starting port, and a sub-control that performs an effect according to a command from the main control device The present invention relates to a ball game machine including the device.

The main control device performs a hold storage unit for storing random numbers, and a lottery lottery based on the random numbers related to the hold storage, digests the reserved storage, and instructs the sub-control device in a mode according to the random numbers. a selecting means for transmitting a change start command for instructing to perform the design effect for notifying the results of the large per lottery, a person elastic ball game machine, and the normal state, the ball entrance to the starting opening than the normal state or it is facilitated, or set to one of a plurality of game states including the privilege state probability of winning in the jackpot lottery rises above the normal state, to the sub-control device, a game state set setting means for transmitting a gaming state command for notifying, based on the random number, before the jackpot lottery conducted result jackpot lottery, determining prefetch decision and aspects of the design effect, with respect to the sub-control unit, the Prefetch determination Comprising a prefetch means for sending a prefetch command for notifying the result.

Further, the sub-control device is based on the result of the pre-reading determination indicated by the pre-reading command indicated by the pre-design command, the special state determining means for determining whether or not the special state is based on the game state command, the design directing means for performing the graphic effect according to the change start command The symbol effect determining means for determining whether or not all of the symbol effect modes corresponding to the plurality of reserved memories digested continuously are out of normal notifying that they have been lost in the big hit lottery without becoming reach; When the state of the symbol effect related to the determination by the symbol effect determination means is all out of normal when in the privilege state, a continuous notice effect that suggests a change in the gaming state is performed in conjunction with these symbol effects. Continuous notice effect means.
The continuous notice effect means is a predetermined effect pattern in the continuous notice effect, which corresponds to one or a plurality of game states, and that sequentially corresponds to the changed game state. It is a composition to go. In addition, the continuous notice effect means includes a start means for starting the continuous notice effect by causing a pattern to appear, and a corresponding game at the timing synchronized with the start of the symbol effect after the start of the continuous notice effect. Changing means for changing to one of one or more other patterns in which the number of states is equal to or less than the number of gaming states corresponding to the pattern.

  The setting means may unconditionally set the ball game machine in the bonus state when winning the big hit lottery, or give the ball game machine bonus when winning the big hit lottery with a specific winning pattern. The state may be set.

  According to such a configuration, when the symbol effects that are out of normal are continuously performed, a continuous notice effect that suggests the end or continuation of the privilege state is performed across these symbol effects. For this reason, even if the performance that cannot be expected for the big hit continues, give the player a sense of expectation that the privilege state (probability change state and short-time state) will continue, Can be increased.

In addition, by performing the continuous notice effect that suggests the end of the privilege state, it is not necessary for the player to have an extra expectation that the privilege state will continue.
In addition, by performing the continuous notice effect, it is possible to produce a process in which the privilege state ends over a plurality of symbol variations that are continuously performed. For this reason, it is possible to give the player a new feeling that the privilege state gradually rises over a plurality of symbol effects, and the player is not given the impression that the privilege state has ended suddenly. At the same time, new enjoyment that is different from the conventional one can be given.

  In addition, by providing a continuous notice effect with a story, the story develops over a plurality of symbol effects and gives the player the impression that the privilege state ends or continues according to the development of this story. Can increase the interest of the game.

Incidentally, Privilege state continues until the jackpot lottery the predetermined number is performed, privilege state determining means further determines the remaining number is the number of jackpot lottery carried out by the end of the award conditions, The symbol effect determination means corresponds to a plurality of reserved memories that are continuously digested toward the end of the privilege state based on the result of the prefetch determination indicated by the prefetch command when there are more than the remaining number of times during the privilege state. It may be determined whether or not all of the design effects are out of normal.

  Here, for example, the privilege state determination means may count the number of jackpot lotteries performed during the privilege state based on a change start command or the like, and determine the remaining number of times based on the result of the count. Further, not limited to this, for example, each time a big hit lottery is performed during the bonus state, the main control device transmits a command indicating the remaining number of big hit lotteries during the bonus state to the sub-control device. The determination means may determine the remaining number of times based on the command.

  In addition, the symbol effect determination means, when the maximum number of reserved memory has occurred, and the remaining number of jackpot lottery until the privilege state is finished matches the maximum number, the symbols corresponding to the reserved memory It may be determined whether or not all the effects are out of normal. Thereby, it becomes possible to perform a continuous notice effect over a longer period.

According to such a configuration, the end of the privilege state can be suggested by performing the continuous notice effect in conjunction with the symbol effect continuously performed until the end time of the privilege state.
According to a third aspect of the present invention, there is provided a main control device that performs a big hit lottery based on a random number extracted by entering a starting opening, and a plurality of predetermined production modes according to commands from the main control device. The present invention relates to a ball game machine including a sub-control device that produces a content corresponding to one current production mode.

  The main control device performs a hold storage unit for storing random numbers, and a lottery lottery based on the random numbers related to the hold storage, digests the reserved storage, and instructs the sub-control device in a mode according to the random numbers. A lottery means for transmitting a change start command for instructing to perform a symbol effect for notifying the result of the jackpot lottery, and when a reserved memory is newly generated, the reserved memory is stored before the reserved memory is consumed. Pre-reading means for performing pre-reading determination for determining the result of the big hit lottery and the mode of the symbol effect based on the random number, and transmitting a pre-reading command for notifying the result of the pre-reading determination to the sub-control device is provided.

  In addition, the sub-control device, when a predetermined change condition is satisfied, changes the current effect mode, the symbol effect means for performing the symbol effect according to the change start command, and the result of the prefetch determination indicated by the prefetch command. Based on the design effect determining means for determining whether or not all the aspects of the design effect corresponding to the plurality of reserved memories digested in succession are out of normal notifying that it has been lost in the jackpot lottery without becoming reach. When the design effects related to the determination by the design effect determining means are all out of normal, the continuous notice effect means for performing the continuous notice effect suggesting the change of the current effect mode in conjunction with these symbol effects. And comprising.

In the continuous notice effect, the presence / absence of a change in the current effect mode, and which effect mode the current effect mode is to be shifted to may be suggested.
If there is only a hold memory that is out of normal, there will be a series of design effects that can not be expected of a big hit, and if such a state continues for a long time, the interest of the game will decline and the player will quit the game There is a fear.

  On the other hand, in the ball and ball game machine according to the third aspect of the present invention, when the symbol effects that are out of normal are continuously performed, the continuous notice effect that suggests the change of the current effect mode across these symbol effects. Is done. For this reason, even if the production that cannot be expected for the big hit is continued, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the content of the production will change and to enhance the interest of the game.

  In addition, in the past, there has been a notification or suggestion in the symbol effect that the current effect mode shifts with the end of the symbol effect, but even if such a notification or the like is performed only by one symbol effect, There is a risk of giving the player the impression that the production mode has suddenly shifted.

  On the other hand, according to the ball game machine according to the third aspect of the present invention, by performing the continuous notice effect, the current effect mode shifts to another effect mode over a plurality of continuously performed symbol variations. You can direct the process. For this reason, it is possible to give the player a new feeling that the effect mode gradually changes over a plurality of symbol effects, and the player is not given a sudden feeling when the current effect mode is changed. , Can give new fun different from the conventional.

  In addition, by giving a continuous notice effect with a story, the story develops over multiple design effects and gives the player the impression that the current effect mode has changed according to the development of this story. Can increase the interest of the game.

  As in the fourth invention, the continuous notice effect is provided with a plurality of patterns corresponding to one or a plurality of effect modes, and the continuous notice effect means converts the continuous notice effect into the continuous notice effect. Other patterns with a smaller number of corresponding production modes are performed at the timing synchronized with the start of the symbol production performed in conjunction with the continuous notice production while being performed with the pattern corresponding to the current production mode after the end. You may change to

  According to such a configuration, every time the symbol effect performed in conjunction with the continuous notice effect ends, the presence / absence of the current effect mode change and the effect mode of the transition destination are gradually revealed, As the game progresses, it is possible to gradually increase the player's expectation for the transition of the production mode.

  According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a main control device that performs a big hit lottery based on a random number extracted by entering a starting opening, and a plurality of predetermined production modes according to commands from the main control device. The present invention relates to a ball game machine including a sub-control device that produces a content corresponding to one current production mode.

  This main control device, when the above-described holding storage means, lottery means, prefetch means, and predetermined setting conditions are established, the game state of the ball game machine is changed to the normal state and the winning probability in the big hit lottery. Setting means for setting to any one of a plurality of states including at least a rising probability change state and transmitting a gaming state command indicating a gaming state to the sub-control device.

  In addition, the sub control device changes the current effect mode when a predetermined change condition is satisfied, and is set as the present effect mode as the effect mode in the normal state and the probability change state. , A change means using a plurality of probability change latency modes having different degrees of expectation of being in the probability change state, the above-described symbol effect means, and a plurality of holds that are digested continuously based on the result of the prefetch determination indicated by the prefetch command The design effect determining means for determining whether the design effect mode corresponding to the memory is out of normal or not indicating that it has been lost in the big hit lottery without reaching reach, and the current effect mode is the probability variation latency mode And, when all the aspects of the symbol effect relating to the determination by the symbol effect determining means are out of normal, the current effect mode is linked with these symbol effects. , And a continuous announcement attraction means of continuous announcement attraction suggest to change other higher probability variation latency mode expectations.

  The setting means may unconditionally set the ball game machine in the bonus state when winning the big hit lottery, or give the ball game machine bonus when winning the big hit lottery with a specific winning pattern. The state may be set.

  According to such a configuration, when the symbol effects that are out of normal are continuously performed, a continuous notice effect that suggests an increase in the degree of expectation of the probability variation latent mode is performed across these symbol effects. For this reason, even if the performance that cannot be expected for the big hit continues, the player can have a sense of expectation that the current gaming state is a promising state, and the interest of the game can be enhanced. it can.

  In addition, by performing the continuous notice effect, it is possible to produce a process in which the expectation level of the probability variation latent mode increases over a plurality of symbol variations that are continuously performed. Therefore, it is possible to give the player a new feeling that the degree of expectation gradually ends over a plurality of symbol effects, and the player is not given the impression that the degree of expectation has suddenly increased. At the same time, new enjoyment that is different from the conventional one can be given.

  In addition, by performing a continuous notice effect with story characteristics, the story develops across multiple symbol effects, and the player feels as if the expectation of the probability variation latent mode increases according to the development of this story It can be given and the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  As in the sixth aspect of the invention, when the setting condition is satisfied, the setting means sets the gaming state into a normal state, a probability variation state, a time-short state that makes it easy to enter the starting port, and a starting state. It may be set to any one of a state where entry into the ball becomes easy and the winning probability in the big hit lottery increases.

By doing so, the variation of the gaming state can be increased and the interest of the game can be enhanced.
Further, as in the seventh invention, when the current production mode is the probability variation latent mode, the changing means sets the current production mode to the expected degree when the expectation increasing condition which is one of the change conditions is established. If the current effect mode is the latent mode, the current effect mode is set to another probability change latent mode based on the result of the prefetch determination indicated by the prefetch command. It may be determined whether or not all the aspects of the symbol effect corresponding to the reserved memory that is continuously digested during the period set to “no” are out of normal.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to perform the continuous notice effect in conjunction with the symbol effect that is continuously performed until the expectation level of the probability variation latent mode is increased, thereby suggesting that the expectation level is increased.

It is a front view of a pachinko machine. It is a front view of the game board of a pachinko machine. It is a back view of a pachinko machine. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart about the main routine in 1st embodiment. It is a flowchart about the start opening prize confirmation process in 1st embodiment. It is a flowchart about the success / failure determination processing in the first embodiment. It is a flowchart about the success / failure determination processing in the first embodiment. It is a flowchart about the success / failure determination processing in the first embodiment. It is a flowchart about the success / failure determination processing in the first embodiment. It is a flowchart about the jackpot game process in the first embodiment. It is a flowchart about the jackpot game process in the first embodiment. It is a flowchart about the jackpot game process in the first embodiment. It is a flowchart about the mode transition setting process 1 in 1st embodiment. It is a flowchart about the production mode transition process 1 in 1st embodiment. It is a specific example of the effect screen in each effect mode in the first embodiment. It is a specific example of the continuous notice effect screen of each pattern in a first embodiment. It is a specific example of the continuous notice effect screen of each pattern in a first embodiment. It is a specific example of the continuous notice effect screen of each pattern in a first embodiment. It is a flowchart about the mode transition setting process 2 in 2nd embodiment. It is a flowchart about the mode transition setting process 2 in 2nd embodiment. It is a specific example of an effect screen in each effect mode in the second embodiment. It is a specific example of the continuous notice effect screen of each pattern in the second embodiment. It is a specific example of the continuous notice effect screen of each pattern in the second embodiment. It is a flowchart about the mode transition setting process 3 in 3rd embodiment. It is a flowchart about the mode transition setting process 3 in 3rd embodiment. It is a specific example of the design effect screen in each effect mode in the third embodiment.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. The embodiment of the present invention is not limited to the following embodiment, and can take various forms as long as they belong to the technical scope of the present invention.

[Description of configuration]
(1) About whole structure As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 50 of this embodiment has a structure which hold | maintains each structure with the outer frame 51 which makes a vertically long fixed outer frame holding frame. Hinges 53 are provided on the left and upper sides of the outer frame 51, and the hinge 53 holds the front frame (glass frame) 52 in which the plate glass 61 is fitted and an inner frame described later so as to be openable and closable with respect to the outer frame 51. The Further, a game board 1 (FIG. 2) held by the inner frame is provided in the back of the plate glass 61 of the front frame 52.

  Speakers 66 are installed on both the left and right sides of the upper part of the front frame 52, so that game sounds are output, thereby improving the game preference. In addition, the front frame 52 is provided with an LED for notifying a gaming abnormality, in addition to a frame-side decorative lamp 65 that emits light according to the gaming state.

  An upper plate 55 and a lower plate 63 are integrally formed at the lower portion of the front frame 52. A launch handle 64 is provided on the right side of the lower plate 63. The launch device is operated by operating the launch handle 64 in the clockwise direction, and the game ball supplied from the upper plate 55 is placed on the game board 1. Fired towards.

  The lower plate 63 is configured to receive an award ball overflowing from the upper plate 55, and the game balls accumulated in the lower plate 63 are moved to a dollar box provided in the game store by operating a ball removal lever. Can do. An effect button 67 and a jog dial 68 are provided at the center of the upper plate 55.

  The pachinko machine 50 is a so-called CR machine, which includes a prepaid card unit (CR unit) 56 for reading and writing a prepaid card, and a ball rental button 57, a settlement button 58, a balance on the right side of the upper plate 55. A display 59 is provided.

  1 is a cylinder lock that locks the front frame 52 and the inner frame to the outer frame 51. When a predetermined key is inserted into the cylinder lock 39 and the key is operated clockwise, the inner frame When opened and operated counterclockwise, the front frame 52 is opened.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 1 is formed with a substantially circular game area 3 surrounded by an outer rail 2a and an inner rail 2b. A center case 5 is mounted at the center of the game area 3, and a normal symbol operation gate 17 is installed on the left side of the game case 3. When the game ball passes through the normal symbol actuating gate 17, a plurality of types of random numbers for the determination of whether or not the normal symbol is correct is extracted, and whether or not the determination is correct (normal symbol lottery) based on the extracted random number is performed.

  Immediately below the center case 5 are the first start port 11 and the second start port 12 where a big hit lottery with a change display of a special symbol (also described as a special drawing) is performed due to the entrance of a game ball. Are arranged side by side. The pachinko machine 50 has a first special symbol (first special figure) that changes due to entering the first starting port 11 and a second special symbol (second special symbol) that changes due to entering the second starting port 12. 2 types of special symbols. The first start port 11 is configured so that a game ball can always enter, but the second start port 12 is configured as a normal electric accessory that is opened by winning in the normal symbol lottery. Only be allowed to enter.

  When a game ball enters the first start port 11, a plurality of types of random numbers corresponding to the first special drawing are extracted and stored as the first reserved memory, and when a game ball enters the second start port 12. A plurality of types of random numbers corresponding to the second special figure are extracted and stored as the second reserved memory.

The second start port 12 configured as an ordinary electric accessory is opened for a predetermined time when winning in the normal symbol lottery.
Below the second start opening 12, a big winning opening 14 made of a special electric accessory that is opened in a big hit game performed when a big hit lottery is won is arranged. In the lower left area of the game area 3, a plurality of normal winning ports 31 to 34 are arranged.

  In the lower right area of the game board 1, a 7-segment first special figure display device 9 and a second special figure display device 10, a first special figure reservation number display device 18 composed of four LEDs, and a first special figure display device 18. A 2 special figure hold number display device 19, a normal symbol display device 7 composed of two LEDs, and a general figure hold number display device 8 composed of four LEDs are installed.

  The center case 5 of the game board 1 shown in FIG. 2 is provided with an LCD panel of the effect symbol display device 6 (not shown in its entirety) in the center. By performing, the symbol effect which alert | reports the result of the big hit lottery corresponding to a 1st, 2nd special figure is performed.

Further, the center case 5 is provided with a warp inlet, a warp rod, a stage, and the like, as is well known.
A number of game nails 4 are planted in the game area 3 of the game board 1, and an out port is provided at the bottom of the board surface.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the back side of the pachinko machine 50 has a configuration in which an inner frame 70 for detachably attaching the game board 1 is housed in an outer frame 51. Similarly to the front frame 52, the inner frame 70 is installed so that the vertical position of one side edge (right side in FIG. 3) is coupled to a hinge 53 provided on the outer frame 51 so as to be opened and closed. The inner frame 70 is formed with a game ball flow-down passage. A ball tank 71, a tank rail 72, and a payout unit 73 are provided from above (upstream), and a payout device is provided in the payout unit 73. . With this configuration, when a game ball wins a winning opening of the game board 1, a predetermined number of game balls (prize balls) stored in the ball tank 71 are paid out from the payout device, and pass through the downflow passage to the upper plate 55. To be paid out. Further, in the present embodiment, the payout device is configured to pay out game balls (ball rental) in accordance with the operation of the loan button.

  Further, on the back side of the pachinko machine 50, a main control device 80, a payout control device 81, an effect symbol control device 82, a sub integrated control device 83, a launch control device, and a power supply board 85 are provided. The main control device 80, the production symbol control device 82, and the sub integrated control device 83 are provided on the game board 1, and the payout control device 81, the launch control device, and the power supply board 85 are provided on the inner frame 70. Although the launch control device is not described in FIG. 3, the launch control device is arranged on the back side (game board 1 side) of the payout control device 81.

  Further, an external connection terminal plate 78 is provided on the right side of the ball tank 71, and a signal indicating a game state and a game result is sent to the hall computer (not shown) by the external connection terminal plate 78.

(2) Electrical configuration Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 50 will be described. As shown in the block diagram of FIG. 4, the pachinko machine 50 is configured with a main controller 80 as a center. In this block diagram, a so-called relay board, power supply board, and the like for simply relaying signals are not described. Although detailed illustration is omitted, each of the main control device 80, the payout control device 81, the production symbol control device 82, and the sub integrated control device 83 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input port, an output port, and the like. . Further, although the CPU, ROM, and RAM are not provided on the launch control device 84 and the power supply board, the present invention is not limited to this, and the launch control device 84 and the like may be provided with a CPU, ROM, RAM, and the like.

  The main controller 80 includes a first start port SW11a that detects a game ball that has entered the first start port 11, a second start port SW12a that detects a game ball that has entered the second start port 12, and normal symbol operation. A normal symbol operation SW 17a that detects a game ball that has entered the gate 17, a first count SW 14a that counts the game balls that have entered the big prize opening 14, and a game ball that has entered the general prize openings 31 to 34 are detected. A detection signal is input from the general prize opening SW31a or the like.

  The main control device 80 operates in accordance with the installed program, generates various commands related to the progress of the game based on the above-described detection signals and the like, and outputs them to the payout control device 81 and the sub integrated control device 83.

  In addition, the main controller 80 includes a first special figure display device 9, a second special figure display device 10, a first special figure reservation number display device 18, and a second connected to each other via a symbol display device relay terminal board 90. The display of the special figure hold number display device 19, the normal symbol display device 7, and the universal figure hold number display device 8 is controlled.

  Further, the main control device 80 controls the opening / closing of the special winning opening 14 by controlling the special winning opening solenoid 14b, and controls the opening / closing of the second starting opening 12 by controlling the universal utility solenoid 12b.

An output signal from the main controller 80 is also output to a test signal terminal, and a management signal such as symbol variation and jackpot is output to the external connection terminal board 78 and sent to the hall computer 87.
The main control device 80 and the payout control device 81 can perform bidirectional communication.

  The payout control device 81 operates the payout motor 20 in accordance with a command sent from the main control device 80 and pays out a prize ball. In the present embodiment, a configuration is used in which a detection signal of the payout SW 21 for counting game balls to be paid out as prize balls is input to the payout control apparatus 81 and the payout control apparatus 81 counts the prize balls. In addition, it is also conceivable to use a configuration in which the detection signal of the payout SW 21 is input to the main control device 80 and the payout control device 81 and the main control device 80 and the payout control device 81 count the prize balls.

  The payout control device 81 receives signals from the glass frame closing SW35, the inner frame closing SW36, the ball cut SW23, the payout SW21, and the full SW22, and a signal indicating that the lower plate 63 is full due to the full SW22. When it is input, or when a signal indicating that there are few or no game balls is input to the ball tank 71 by the ball cut SW 23, the payout motor 20 is stopped and the payout operation of the prize ball is stopped. Further, the full SW 22 and the ball break SW 23 are also configured to continue outputting signals until the state is cleared, and the payout control device 81 drives the payout motor 20 because the signals are not output. To resume.

  Also, the payout control device 81 operates the payout motor 20 by communicating with the CR unit 56 via the CR unit terminal plate 24, and discharges the rental balls. The paid-out lending ball is detected by the payout SW 21, and the detection signal is input to the payout control device 81. Further, the CR unit terminal board 24 is also connected to the settlement display device 25 so as to be capable of bidirectional communication, and the balance display 59 is used to request a ball lending button 57 for requesting the lending of game balls, and to request settlement. A checkout button 58 is provided.

  In addition, the payout control device 81 transmits information relating to the winning ball, information indicating the open / closed state of the frames (inner frame 70, front frame 52), etc. to the hall computer 87 via the external connection terminal board 78, as well as the launch control device. A firing stop signal is transmitted to 84.

In this embodiment, the game balls are paid out. However, it is also possible to adopt a sealed configuration in which the prize balls generated according to winnings are stored without being paid out.
The launch control device 84 controls the launch motor 30 to launch a game ball in the game area 3.

  In addition to the payout control device 81, the launch control device 84 receives a rotation amount signal from the launch handle 64, a touch signal from the touch SW 28, and a launch stop signal from the launch stop SW29.

  The rotation amount signal is output when the player operates the launch handle 64, the touch signal is output when the player touches the launch handle 64, and the launch stop switch signal is generated when the player presses the launch stop SW29. Is output. If the touch signal is not input to the launch control device 84, the game ball cannot be fired, and if the launch stop switch signal is input, the game ball can be launched even if the player touches the launch handle 64. There is no such thing.

  The sub-integrated control device 83 receives data and commands transmitted from the main control device 80, distributes them to data for effect display control, sound control, and lamp control, and so on. Is transmitted to the production symbol control device 82, and the sound control and lamp control are distributed to each control part (function unit as a sound control device and a lamp control device) included in itself.

  Then, the function unit as the sound control device controls the sound output from the speaker 66 by operating the sound LSI based on the data for sound control, and the function unit as the lamp control device includes the data for lamp control. Various LEDs and the lamp 26 are controlled by operating the lamp driver based on the above.

  The sub integrated control device 83 is connected with an effect button 67 and a jog dial 68. When the player operates the effect button 67 and the jog dial 68, the signal is input to the sub integrated control device 83. .

Bi-directional communication is possible between the sub integrated control device 83 and the production symbol control device 82.
The effect symbol control device 82 displays the effect symbol display based on the data and commands received from the sub integrated control device 83 (both those transmitted from the main control device 80 and those generated by the sub integrated control device 83). The device 6 is controlled to display an effect screen such as an effect symbol change display (symbol effect).

[First embodiment]
[Description of operation]
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 50 in the first embodiment will be described.

  The pachinko machine 50 has, as a gaming state, a normal state, a probability variation state in which the winning probability in the big hit lottery is higher than the normal state, and a variation time of the normal symbol is shortened compared to the normal state. In addition, the winning probability is increased, and the open time of the ordinary electric accessory (second start port 12) at the time of winning in the normal symbol lottery is longer.

  Then, when the big hit lottery is won with a specific special figure, after the big hit game is finished, the game shifts to a probability change state or a short time state until the big hit lottery of a predetermined number of continuous times is performed. In some cases, the state changes to the probability variation state and the time reduction state simultaneously. In addition, when winning a big hit lottery with a specific special drawing, it may be configured to shift to a probable change state or a short time state until a new big win lottery is won, or the type of special drawing when winning the big hit lottery Regardless, it may be configured to shift to a probable change state or a short time state.

  In addition, the sub integrated control device 83 is provided with a plurality of effect modes, and any one of these is set as the current effect mode, and effects corresponding to the current effect mode are performed. Then, during the game, for example, when a change condition such as the end of the big hit game or a change in the game state is established, the current effect mode is changed, and another effect mode is entered (corresponding to the change means in the claims). . The transition-destination effect mode may be selected according to the current gaming state.

  Moreover, in the pachinko machine 50 of the first embodiment, a continuous notice effect that suggests a change or continuation of the current effect mode is performed in conjunction with a plurality of symbol effects that are continuously performed. Note that this continuous notice effect does not always clearly notify the change of the current effect mode. Further, when the current production mode is shifted, the current production mode is switched with the end of the continuous notice production.

  In addition, there are multiple patterns in this continuous notice effect, and this pattern changes at the timing synchronized with the start and end of the design effect that is linked to the continuous notice effect. expand.

Below, operation | movement of the pachinko machine 50 of 1st embodiment is demonstrated in detail.
(1) Main Routine First, the main routine in the main controller 80 of the pachinko machine 50 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. This main routine is started as a timer interrupt process with a period of 2 ms.

  In S10, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the main routine has been activated by a normal timer interrupt. If an affirmative determination is obtained (S10: Yes), the process proceeds to S20 and a negative determination is made. If the determination is obtained (S10: No), the process proceeds to S15.

In S15, the main controller 80 performs initial settings such as CPU and I / O, and shifts the processing to S80.
On the other hand, if a positive determination is obtained in S10, the main controller 80 updates the initial value random number (S20), the big hit determination random number (S25), the big hit symbol determination random number update (S30), The hit determination random number is updated (S35), the reach determination random number is updated (S40), and the fluctuation pattern determination random number is updated (S45).

  Then, the main control device 80 performs a winning confirmation process for detecting the winning of a game ball to a winning opening such as a starting opening (S50), and a determination process for determining whether or not to win a lottery due to winning at the starting opening (S55). ), A big hit game process (S60) for performing a big hit game that gives a predetermined game value to the player when winning the big hit lottery. In addition, a normal symbol win / fail determination process for performing a normal symbol lottery or the like due to the passage of the game ball through the normal symbol operation gate 17 (S65), and opening the normal electric accessory (second start port 12). A general game process for performing a game (S67), a fraud monitoring process for detecting a player's fraud (S70), data and commands are transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 83, etc. Each output process for transmitting information is performed (S75).

In S80, main controller 80 repeatedly updates the initial value random number until the next timer interrupt occurs and the main routine is started.
(2) Start Winning Confirmation Process Next, a start winning confirmation process for detecting a winning at the first and second start ports 11 and 12 and performing a storage for holding according to the winning is shown in the flowchart of FIG. Will be described. This process is configured as a subroutine called from the winning confirmation process executed from the main routine.

  In S100, the main controller 80 generates a winning game ball to the first start port 11 or the second start port 12 based on the detection signal of the first start port SW11a and the detection signal of the second start port SW12a. Determine if you did. If the determination is affirmative (S100: Yes), the process proceeds to S105. If the determination is negative (S100: No), the process ends.

  In S105, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the number of reserved memories for the special figure corresponding to the start opening where the winning has occurred has reached the maximum value (4 as an example). If the maximum value has been reached (S105: Yes), the process proceeds to S110. If the maximum value has not been reached (S105: No), this process ends.

  In S110, the main controller 80 determines a big hit determining random number used for the big hit lottery, a big hit symbol determining random number for determining a symbol (winning symbol) to be stopped and displayed when the big hit lottery is won, , Reach determination random number for determining whether or not to perform an effect of stopping and displaying an effect design that shows a loss after reaching reach, a random number for determining a variation pattern for determining the variation time of a special symbol, etc. To extract. And the extracted random number is memorize | stored as a pending | holding memory | storage about the special figure corresponding to the starting port which a prize produced, and a process is transferred to S115.

  In S115, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the newly generated jackpot determination random number related to the hold storage is a specific value (a value that is a hit in the big hit lottery), the reach determination random number related to the hold storage, and the like. Pre-reading determination is performed to determine whether or not the value is a specific value (a value that can be reached in the design effect). Then, a prefetch command indicating the result of the prefetch determination and the type of special figure (whether it is the first special figure or the second special figure) corresponding to the hold storage for which the prefetch determination is performed is generated, and the sub-integrated control The data is transmitted to the device 83 (S120).

Note that the sub integrated control device 83 that has received the prefetch command stores the prefetch determination result indicated by the prefetch command until the pending storage corresponding to the prefetch command is exhausted.
In subsequent S <b> 125, the main control device 80 generates a hold number command indicating how many hold storages have occurred for the special figure corresponding to the newly generated hold storage, and transmits it to the sub integrated control device 83. The hold number command corresponding to the first special figure is referred to as a first hold number command, and the hold number command corresponding to the second special figure is referred to as a second hold number command. Thereafter, the main controller 80 ends this process.

  Further, a single command indicating the number of reserved memories corresponding to each special figure and the result of the prefetch determination for the reserved memories may be generated, and the command may be used in place of the prefetch command or the pending number command. .

(3) About the success / failure determination process Next, the success / failure determination process in which the big hit lottery is performed using the big hit determination random number related to the hold storage will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. This process is executed from the main routine.

  First, with reference to FIG. 7, in S200, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the special electric accessory is operating, that is, whether or not the big hit game is being executed. If the determination is affirmative (S200: Yes), the process ends. If the determination is negative (S200: No), the process proceeds to S205.

  In S205, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the first special figure or the second special figure is being displayed. If the determination is affirmative (S205: Yes), the process proceeds to S285 in FIG. 9, and if the determination is negative (S205: No), the process proceeds to S210.

  In S210, main controller 80 determines whether or not the final display of the first special figure or the second special figure is being displayed. If the determination is affirmative (S210: Yes), the process proceeds to S295 in FIG. 10, and if the determination is negative (S210: No), the process proceeds to S215 in FIG.

  Subsequently, with respect to FIG. 8, in S215, the main control device 80 determines whether or not there is the second reserved storage. If the determination is affirmative (S215: Yes), the process proceeds to S220 and if the determination is negative. (S215: No), the process proceeds to S225.

In S220, main controller 80 decrements the number of second reserved memories, selects the oldest second reserved memory, and shifts the process to S235.
In S225, the main controller 80 determines whether or not there is the first reserved storage. If the determination is affirmative (S225: Yes), the process proceeds to S230, and if the determination is negative (S225: No). This process is terminated.

In S230, main controller 80 decrements the number of first reserved memories, selects the oldest first reserved memory, and shifts the process to S235.
In S235, main controller 80 determines whether or not the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state is 1, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S235: Yes), the process proceeds to S240 and a negative determination is made. In the case (S235: No), the process proceeds to S245.

  In S240, main controller 80 determines whether or not to win the jackpot lottery based on the jackpot determination random number related to the selected reserved storage and the determination table (probability change table) corresponding to the probability change state. Digest reserved memory. Then, the process proceeds to S250.

  On the other hand, in S245, main controller 80 determines whether or not to win in the big hit lottery based on the big hit determination random number related to the selected holding storage and the determination table (normal table) corresponding to the normal state. , Digest the reserved memory. Then, the process proceeds to S250.

As is apparent from the processing of S215 to S245, in the first embodiment, when the first reserved memory and the second reserved memory exist, the second reserved memory is digested first.
In S250, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the big hit lottery has been won. If the determination is affirmative (S250: Yes), the process proceeds to S255, and if the determination is negative (S250: No). ), The process proceeds to S270.

In S255, main controller 80 determines a winning symbol based on the jackpot symbol determining random number associated with the digested reserved memory. Then, the process proceeds to S260.
In S260, main controller 80 determines the variation time of the special symbol based on the random number for determining the variation pattern related to the reserved storage that has been digested, and proceeds to S265.

In S265, the main control device 80 sets the number of rounds of the big hit game, whether or not to enter the probable change state or the short time state after the big hit game, and shifts the process to S280.
On the other hand, when the negative determination is obtained in S250, the main control device 80 shifts to the determination of the reach determination random number and the variation pattern related to the digestion of the reserved storage in S270. Based on the random number for use, the special symbol variation time and the like are determined, and the process proceeds to S275. It should be noted that, depending on the variation time of the special symbol, the mode of the symbol effect (whether it becomes reach or normal (the symbol effect that goes out without reaching)) in the case of being lost in the big win lottery is determined.

  In S275, the main controller 80 updates the counter indicating the remaining number of jackpot lotteries that can be executed during the probability change state (number of times of probability change) and the remaining number of jackpot lotteries that can be executed during the short-time state (number of times reduced). Then, the process proceeds to S280.

  In S280, the main controller 80 instructs the sub-integrated controller 83 to display a first hold number command indicating the number of first reserved memories after the big hit lottery and a second number indicating the number of second reserved memories after the big hit lottery. Send pending number command. In addition, the change display of the special figure corresponding to the reserved memory that has been digested is started, and the symbol production is started by transmitting a change start command indicating the change time of the special symbol to the sub-integrated control device 83, and this processing Exit.

  Subsequently, with reference to FIG. 9, in S285 that shifts during display of the fluctuation of the first special figure or the second special figure, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the fluctuation time of the special figure has elapsed, and in the case of a positive determination (S285: Yes), the process proceeds to S290, and in the case of a negative determination (S285: No), this process ends.

  In S290, the main control device 80 terminates the special symbol variation display, displays the special symbol confirmation symbol, and transmits a symbol confirmation command for causing the sub-integrated control device 83 to perform the effect symbol confirmation display, This process ends.

  Subsequently, with reference to FIG. 10, in S <b> 295 that shifts during the special figure confirmation display, main controller 80 determines whether or not the duration of the special figure confirmation display has ended. If the determination is affirmative (S295: Yes), the process proceeds to S300. If the determination is negative (S295: No), the process ends.

In S300, main controller 80 ends the special figure confirmation display, and proceeds to S305.
In S305, the main control device 80 determines whether the special figure that has been confirmed and displayed is that of the big hit. If the determination is affirmative (S305: Yes), the process proceeds to S315 and a negative determination is made. In the case of (S305: No), the process proceeds to S350.

  In S315, main controller 80 refers to a probability variation flag indicating that the probability variation state is present, and when probability variation flag is 1, clears the probability variation flag (S320), and then proceeds to S325.

  In S325, the main controller 80 refers to the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction state is set, and when the time reduction flag is 1, the time reduction flag is cleared (S330), and then the process proceeds to S335.

  The main control device 80 executes a conditional device operation start process (S335), an accessory continuous operation device operation start process (S340), and a big hit start effect process (S345) in sequence, thereby indicating a command for a big hit game. Alternatively, the jackpot game is started by transmitting a command for instructing the start of the jackpot game to the sub-integrated control device 83, and this processing is terminated.

  On the other hand, in S350 to which the process proceeds when a negative determination is obtained in S305, the main control device 80 refers to the probability change flag, and when the flag is 1 (S350: Yes), the control is executed during the probability change state. Reference is made to the remaining number of possible big hit lotteries (the number of chances of variation) (S355). If the remaining number is 0 (S355: Yes), the probability variation flag is cleared (S360), and the process proceeds to S365.

  In S365, the main controller 80 refers to the time reduction flag, and when the flag is 1 (S365: Yes), refers to the remaining number of jackpot lotteries (number of time reductions) that can be executed during the time reduction state ( S370). If the remaining number is 0 (S370: Yes), the time reduction flag is cleared (S375), and the process proceeds to S380.

  In S380, the main controller 80 executes a state designation command transmission process for transmitting a state designation command for notifying the sub game control apparatus 83 of the current gaming state, and ends this process.

(4) About jackpot game process Next, the jackpot game process which controls progress of a jackpot game is demonstrated using the flowchart of FIGS. This process is executed from the main routine.

  In S400, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the accessory continuous operation device is operating, that is, whether or not the big hit game is being executed. If the determination is affirmative (S400: Yes), the process proceeds to S405. If the determination is negative (S400: No), the process ends.

  In S405, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the special winning opening 14 is being opened. If the determination is affirmative (S405: Yes), the process proceeds to S450 in FIG. In the case of (S405: No), the process proceeds to S410.

  In S410, the main control device 80 determines whether or not it is during the interval of each round in the jackpot game. If the determination is affirmative (S410: Yes), the process proceeds to S470 in FIG. In the case of determination (S410: No), the process proceeds to S415.

  In S415, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the big hit game is being ended. If the determination is affirmative (S415: Yes), the process proceeds to S500 in FIG. In the case (S415: No), the process proceeds to S420.

  In S420, main controller 80 determines whether or not the start effect time in the big hit game has elapsed. If the determination is affirmative (S420: Yes), the process proceeds to S425, and if the determination is negative. (S420: No), this process ends.

In S425, the main controller 80 executes a special winning opening opening process for opening the special winning opening 14, and ends the present process.
Subsequently, with reference to FIG. 12, in S450 that proceeds while the special winning opening 14 is being opened, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the number of game balls won in the special winning opening 14 has become ten. If the determination is affirmative (S450: Yes), the process proceeds to S460. If the determination is negative (S450: No), the process proceeds to S455.

  In S455, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the opening time of the special winning opening 14 has ended. If the determination is affirmative (S455: Yes), the process proceeds to S460 and the determination is negative. (S455: No), this process is terminated.

In S460, the main controller 80 executes a special winning opening closing process for closing the special winning opening 14, and proceeds to S465.
In S465, main controller 80 executes a big hit interval process for setting an interval for each round of the big hit game, and ends this process.

  On the other hand, in S470 which shifts during the interval of each round, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the interval time of the big hit game has elapsed. If the determination is affirmative (S470: Yes), the process proceeds to S475. If the determination is negative (S470: No), the process is terminated.

  In S475, the main control device 80 determines whether or not it is the final round of the big hit game. If the determination is affirmative (S475: Yes), the process proceeds to S480 and if the determination is negative (S475: No), the process proceeds to S485.

In S480, main controller 80 executes a jackpot end effect process for performing an effect when the jackpot game is ended, and ends the present process.
On the other hand, in S485, the main controller 80 executes a special winning opening opening process for opening the special winning opening 14, and ends this process.

  Subsequently, with reference to FIG. 13, in S500, during which the end effect of the big hit game is shifted, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the time of the end effect has ended, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S500: Yes). The process proceeds to S505, and in the case of a negative determination (S500: No), this process is terminated.

In subsequent S505 and S510, the main control device 80 stops the accessory continuous operation device and the condition device, and proceeds to S515.
In S515, the main controller 80 determines whether or not to shift to the probability change state after the big hit game, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S515: Yes), the number of jackpot lotteries that can be executed in the probability change state (the number of probability changes). ) Is set (S520), the probability variation flag is set (S525), and the process proceeds to S530.

  In S530, the main controller 80 determines whether or not to shift to the time-saving state after the big hit game, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S530: Yes), the number of jackpot lotteries that can be executed during the time-saving state (the number of time reductions). ) Is set (S535), the time reduction flag is set (S540), and the process proceeds to S545.

  In S545 and S550, main controller 80 transmits to sub integrated control device 83 a process for transmitting a jackpot end command for ending the effect related to the jackpot game, and a state designation command for notifying the game state after the jackpot game ends. The state designation command transmission process to be executed is executed, and this process is terminated.

(5) Mode Transition Setting Process 1 As already described, the sub integrated control device 83 performs a continuous notice effect that suggests a change in the current effect mode in conjunction with a continuously performed symbol effect. Now, the mode transition setting process 1 for determining to perform the continuous notice effect will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. This process is a process periodically executed by the sub integrated control device 83.

  In S <b> 700, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether the first hold number command or the second hold number command is received from the main control device 80. If the determination is affirmative (S700: Yes), the process proceeds to S705. If the determination is negative (S700: No), the process ends.

  In S705, the sub integrated control device 83 counts the current number of first and second reserved memories, and determines whether or not the total of these is four. If the determination is affirmative (S705: Yes), the process proceeds to S710. If the determination is negative (S705: No), this process ends.

  In S710, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the continuous notice effect is being executed (whether or not the continuous notice effect flag is set). If the determination is affirmative (S710: Yes), the process proceeds to S715. If the determination is negative (S710: No), the process ends.

  In S715, the sub integrated control device 83 executes an effect mode transition lottery process for determining whether or not to change the current effect mode by lottery using a random number, and shifts the process to S720. Note that the determination in the effect mode transition lottery process corresponds to one of the above-described changing conditions. In addition, the sub integrated control device 83 may make the above determination by lottery with a probability corresponding to the current gaming state.

  In S720, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the change of the current production mode is determined by the lottery. If the determination is affirmative (S720: Yes), the process proceeds to S725. If the determination is negative (S720: No), the process ends.

  In S725, the sub-integrated control device 83 refers to the prefetch determination results for the four reserved memories that currently exist, and whether or not all symbol effects performed with the digest of these reserved memories are out of normal. It is determined whether or not (S730). If the determination is affirmative (S730: Yes), the process proceeds to S735. If the determination is negative (S730: No), the process ends.

  In S735, the sub integrated control device 83 sets a continuous notice effect flag indicating that the continuous notice effect is being executed, and the process proceeds to S740. At this time, the sub integrated control device 83 may control the effect symbol control device 82 and start the continuous notice effect in conjunction with the symbol effect being executed.

In S740, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 4 to the continuous notice effect count for controlling the continuous notice effect, and ends this process.
(6) About Effect Mode Transition Processing 1 Next, effect mode transition processing 1 for performing a continuous notice effect will be described using the flowchart shown in FIG. This process is a process periodically executed by the sub integrated control device 83.

  In S750, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not a change start command has been received from the main control device 80. If the determination is affirmative (S750: Yes), the process proceeds to S755. If the determination is negative (S750: No), the process ends.

  In S755, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the continuous notice effect is being executed (whether or not the continuous notice effect flag is set). If the determination is affirmative (S755: Yes), the process proceeds to S760. If the determination is negative (S755: No), the process ends.

  In S760, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the continuous notice effect count is four. If the determination is affirmative (S760: Yes), the process proceeds to S765. If the determination is negative (S760: No), the process proceeds to S790.

In S765, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 3 to the continuous notice effect count, and proceeds to S770.
In S770, the sub integrated control device 83 sets a pattern of a continuous notice effect, and the process proceeds to S775. At this time, the pattern of the continuous notice effect may be selected by lottery using random numbers, or may be selected according to the pattern of the continuous notice effect performed in advance.

  Further, the pattern of the continuous notice effect may be associated with one or a plurality of effect modes, and the sub integrated control device 83 may select any of the patterns corresponding to the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect. You may choose. The current production mode after the end of the continuous notice production means the production mode of the transition destination if it is accompanied by a change of the current production mode, and if it is not accompanied by the change, It means the current production mode.

  Also, if the continuous notice effect pattern is selected in this way, the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect has not been determined at the time when S770 is executed, and therefore all effect modes are supported. It is conceivable to select a pattern.

  In S775, the sub-integrated control device 83 selects a transition-destination effect mode by lottery using a random number, and the process proceeds to S780. Note that the sub-integrated control device 83 may select the transition-destination effect mode by lottery with a probability corresponding to the current gaming state. In addition, the same effect mode as the current effect mode may be selected. In such a case, a continuous notice effect without changing the current effect mode is performed.

In S780, the sub integrated control device 83 sets the variation time and variation mode of the symbol effect according to the variation start command, and proceeds to S785.
In S785, the sub integrated control device 83 causes the effect symbol control device 82 to start the symbol effect according to the selected variation mode and to start the continuous notice effect of the pattern selected in conjunction with the symbol effect. This process is terminated.

  On the other hand, in S790, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the continuous notice effect count is 3. If the determination is affirmative (S790: Yes), the process proceeds to S795. If the determination is negative (S790: No), the process proceeds to S815.

In S795, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 2 to the continuous notice effect count, and proceeds to S800.
In S800, the sub integrated control device 83 sets a pattern of a continuous notice effect, and the process proceeds to S805. At this time, the pattern of the continuous notice effect may be selected by lottery using random numbers, or may be selected according to the pattern of the continuous notice effect performed in advance.

  Also, if a pattern corresponding to the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect is selected, is the pattern corresponding to the effect mode, and the number of corresponding effect modes is the same as the preceding pattern? Alternatively, any pattern smaller than the preceding pattern may be selected.

In S805, the sub integrated control device 83 sets the variation time and variation mode of the symbol effect according to the variation start command, and proceeds to S810.
In S810, the sub integrated control device 83 starts the symbol effect and the continuous notice effect of the selected pattern in the same manner as in S785, and ends this process.

  In S815, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the continuous notice effect count is two. If the determination is affirmative (S815: Yes), the process proceeds to S820. If the determination is negative (S815: No), the process proceeds to S840.

In S820, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 1 to the continuous notice effect count, and the process proceeds to S825.
In S825, the sub integrated control device 83 sets the pattern of the continuous notice effect in the same manner as in S800, and the process proceeds to S830.

In S830, the sub integrated control device 83 sets the variation time and variation mode of the symbol effect according to the variation start command, and proceeds to S835.
In S835, the sub integrated control device 83 starts the symbol effect and the continuous notice effect of the selected pattern in the same manner as in S785, and ends this process.

On the other hand, in S840, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 0 to the continuous notice effect count, and proceeds to S845.
In S845, the sub integrated control device 83 clears the continuous notice effect flag, and proceeds to S850.

In S850, the sub-integrated control device 83 sets a continuous notice effect pattern in the same manner as in S800, and the process proceeds to S855.
In S855, the sub integrated control device 83 sets the variation time and variation mode of the symbol effect according to the variation start command, and proceeds to S860.

In S860, the sub integrated control device 83 starts the symbol effect and the continuous notice effect of the selected pattern in the same manner as in S785, and ends this processing.
If an effect mode different from the current effect mode is selected in S775, the sub integrated control device 83 changes the current effect mode when the symbol effect corresponding to the continuous notice effect count of 0 is completed. Processing for changing (corresponding to changing means in claims) is performed.

(7) About specific examples of effect mode and continuous notice effect First, the specific example of effect mode is demonstrated. In the first embodiment, at least three production modes of a karateka battle mode, a boxer battle mode, and a special training mode are provided.

  The effect screen 900 shown in FIG. 16 shows an example of the effect screen in the karateka battle mode. In the karateka battle mode, the content is rendered with the motif of the battle between the hero character who is the karateka and the enemy character. Is done.

  The effect screen 905 shows an example of the effect screen during the boxer battle mode. In the boxer battle mode, an effect with the motif of the battle between the main character as the boxer and the enemy character is performed.

The effect screen 910 shows an example of the effect screen during the special training mode. In the special training mode, the content is rendered with the special training of the main character, who is a karateka, as a motif.
Next, a specific example of the continuous notice effect will be described with reference to FIGS. Regarding the continuous notice effect, the content is in accordance with the current effect mode like the other effects. Hereinafter, as an example, the continuous notice effect when the current effect mode is the karate battle mode will be described. .

  In addition, as described above, a plurality of patterns are provided in the continuous notice effect, and the pattern changes corresponding to the update of the continuous notice effect count, but each pattern corresponds to one or more effect modes. It is attached. In the continuous notice effect, a pattern corresponding to the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect appears, and as the continuous notice effect count decreases (as the continuous notice effect progresses), It is configured so that fewer patterns appear. For this reason, with the progress of the continuous notice effect, the presence / absence of a change in the current effect mode and the transition destination effect mode are gradually clarified.

  When it is determined that the continuous notice effect is to be performed, the continuous notice effect count is set to 4, and A showing a state in which a battle between the hero character who is a karateka and the enemy character starts from the middle of the symbol effect. A pattern continuous notice effect screen 915 is displayed. The A pattern is associated with all the production modes, and appears regardless of the production mode of the current production mode after the end of the continuous notice production.

  In addition, it is possible to display the variation of the effect symbol at one corner on the continuous notice effect screen 915 and perform the effect effect in parallel with the A pattern continuous notice effect, or after the continuous notice effect screen 915 is temporarily displayed. The original symbol effect screen may be displayed again (the same applies hereinafter).

  Then, after the symbol effect is finished, the B pattern, the D pattern, and the F pattern (continuous notice effect screens 920, 925, in synchronization with the decrement of the continuous notice effect count until the continuous notice effect count becomes 1. 940), the pattern of the continuous notice effect changes in some cases, and the pattern of the continuous notice effect changes in the order of the C pattern, the E pattern, and the K pattern (continuous notice effect screens 930, 935, and 965). .

  On the B pattern continuous notice effect screen 920, the enemy character is projected greatly, and on the C pattern continuous notice effect screen 930, the main character is projected greatly. The B pattern and the C pattern are associated with all the effect modes, and when the continuous notice effect count is 3, the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect is unknown.

  On the D pattern continuous notice effect screen 925, the battle progresses while the enemy character is advantageous, and on the E pattern continuous notice effect screen 935, the battle progresses while the main character is advantageous.

  In addition, the F pattern continuous notice effect screen 940 depicts the appearance of the main character just before the defeat, and the player is prompted to hit the effect button 67 repeatedly. On the K pattern continuous notice effect screen 965, the main character character is displayed. The state just before victory is drawn.

  The D and F patterns are associated with the karateka battle mode and the special training mode, and the E and K patterns are associated with the karateka battle mode and the boxer battle mode. For this reason, when the continuous notice effect count is 2 or 1, the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect becomes clearer than when the continuous notice effect count is 3.

When the continuous notice effect of the F pattern is performed, when the continuous notice effect count becomes zero, the G pattern or the H pattern appears.
On the G pattern continuous notice effect screen 945, the hero character is defeated, and after the symbol effect ends, the current effect mode becomes the special training mode, and the special training mode start screen 950 is displayed. Note that the G pattern is associated only with the special training mode, and the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect is determined when the G pattern is reached.

  On the other hand, on the H pattern continuous notice effect screen 955, the hero character just before the defeat is drawn, and after the design effect is finished, the current effect mode becomes the karateka battle mode, and the start screen of the karateka battle mode 960 is displayed. Note that the H pattern is associated only with the karateka battle mode, and when it becomes the H pattern, the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect is determined.

  Further, during the execution of the F pattern continuous notice effect, the H pattern may appear when the effect button 67 is repeatedly hit at a predetermined frequency, and the G pattern may appear when the effect button 67 is not repeatedly hit. In other words, according to the degree of repeated hitting of the effect button 67 during the continuous notice effect of the F pattern, it is selected whether the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect is the karate battle mode or the special training mode. May be.

  By doing so, the operation of the effect button 67 can be reflected in the content of the continuous notice effect, or can be reflected in the selection of the effect mode of the transition destination, and the interest of the game can be enhanced.

On the other hand, when the continuous notice effect of the K pattern is performed, when the continuous notice effect count becomes 0, the L pattern or the M pattern appears.
On the L-pattern continuous notice effect screen 970, the appearance of the enemy character that was on the verge of defeat is drawn, and after the design effect is finished, the current effect mode becomes the karateka battle mode, and the start screen 975 for the karateka battle mode is displayed. Is done. Note that the L pattern is associated only with the karateka battle mode, and when the L pattern is reached, the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect is determined.

  On the other hand, on the continuous notice effect screen 980 of the M pattern, a state in which the main character has won is drawn, and after the design effect ends, the current effect mode becomes the boxer battle mode, and the start screen 985 of the boxer battle mode is displayed. . Note that the M pattern is associated with only the boxer battle mode, and when the M pattern is reached, the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect is determined.

  In the above-described specific example, since the continuous notice effect pattern corresponding to one effect mode appears when the continuous notice effect count is 0, the current state after the end of the continuous notice effect at the final stage of the continuous notice effect. The production mode is revealed.

  However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the continuous notice effect count is 0, a continuous notice effect pattern corresponding to a plurality of effect modes appears, and whether or not the current effect pattern changes or the destination effect mode is unknown. The continuous notice effect may be terminated while the state is maintained.

  In this way, by not clarifying the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect, the player's expectation for changing or continuing the current effect mode can be obtained, and the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  In the above-described specific example, the case where the pattern of the continuous notice effect is changed in four stages is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the pattern may be changed in five stages or more, or three or two stages. In such a case, the pattern of the continuous notice effect corresponding to any one of the notice notice counts in the specific example may be diverted, and when the pattern is changed in three or two steps, a part of the patterns is changed. While omitted, the pattern may be changed in the same manner as the specific example.

Even in such a case, the same effect can be obtained.
[effect]
According to the pachinko machine 50 of the first embodiment, when the design effects that are out of normal are continuously performed, a continuous notice effect that suggests a change in the current performance mode is performed across these design effects. For this reason, even if the production that cannot be expected for the big hit is continued, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the content of the production will change and to enhance the interest of the game.

  In addition, by performing this continuous notice effect, it is possible to produce a process in which the current effect mode is shifted to another effect mode over a plurality of continuously performed symbol changes. For this reason, it is possible to give the player a new feeling that the effect mode gradually changes over a plurality of symbol effects, and the player is not given a sudden feeling when the current effect mode is changed. , Can give new fun different from the conventional.

  In addition, by giving a continuous notice effect with a story, the story develops over multiple design effects and gives the player the impression that the current effect mode has changed according to the development of this story. Can increase the interest of the game.

[Second Embodiment]
[Description of operation]
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 50 according to the second embodiment will be described focusing on differences from the first embodiment. Similarly to the first embodiment, the pachinko machine 50 according to the second embodiment is provided with a plurality of performance modes, and any one of these is set as the current performance mode, and the current performance mode is selected. Production of contents is performed.

  However, in the second embodiment, the current effect mode is determined according to the gaming state, and at least three types of the effect mode, the time reduction mode, and the normal mode are provided. . Then, in the sub integrated control device 83, the current effect mode is changed according to the game state indicated by the state designation command received from the main control device 80, and the current effect mode is determined when the game state is the probability change state. Is shifted to the probability change mode, to the time reduction mode if the time is short, and to the normal mode if the normal state. In the case of the probability variation state and the time reduction state, the mode may be shifted to either the probability variation mode or the time reduction mode.

  Further, in the pachinko machine 50 of the second embodiment, the current production mode shifts from the probability change mode or the time reduction mode to the normal mode in conjunction with a plurality of symbol productions performed continuously, A continuous notice effect that suggests that the performance mode is maintained in the probability change mode or the time reduction mode (in other words, the end or continuation of the probability change state or the time reduction state) is performed.

  Note that this continuous notice effect does not always clearly notify the change of the current effect mode. In addition, when the mode is shifted to the normal mode, the current production mode is switched along with the end of the probability change state with the end of the continuous notice production.

  In addition, as in the first embodiment, a plurality of patterns are provided in the continuous notice effect, and this pattern changes at the timing synchronized with the start and end of the design effect linked to the continuous notice effect, and has a story character. However, there will be a continuous notice effect.

Below, operation | movement of the pachinko machine 50 of 2nd embodiment is demonstrated in detail. Note that the operation of the main control device 80 is the same as that of the first embodiment, and a description thereof will be omitted.
(1) Mode Transition Setting Process 2 First, the mode transition setting process 2 for determining to perform a continuous notice effect at the end of the probability change state will be described with reference to the flowcharts shown in FIGS. This process is a process periodically executed by the sub integrated control device 83.

  In S1000, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not a change start command has been received from the main control device 80. If the determination is affirmative (S1000: Yes), the process proceeds to S1005. If the determination is negative (S1000: No), the process ends.

  In S1005, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not it is in the probability variation state. If the determination is affirmative (S1005: Yes), the process proceeds to S1010. If the determination is negative (S1005: No), the process ends.

  In S1010, the sub integrated control device 83 updates the remaining number of times until the probability variation state reaches the continuation number, and determines whether or not the remaining number of times after the update is four (S1015). If the determination is affirmative (S1015: Yes), the process proceeds to S1020. If the determination is negative (S1015: No), the process proceeds to S1045.

  In S1020, the sub integrated control device 83 counts the current number of first and second reserved memories, and determines whether or not the total of these is four. If the determination is affirmative (S1020: Yes), the process proceeds to S1025. If the determination is negative (S1020: No), the process ends.

In S1025, the sub integrated control device 83 refers to the prefetch determination results for the four pending storages that currently exist, and proceeds to S1030.
In S1030, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not all the symbol effects corresponding to the four currently stored reservations are out of normal based on the prefetch determination result. If the determination is affirmative (S1030: Yes), the process proceeds to S1035. If the determination is negative (S1030: No), the process ends.

In S1035, the sub integrated control device 83 sets a continuous notice effect flag indicating that the continuous notice effect is being executed, and the process proceeds to S1040.
In S1040, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 4 to the continuous notice effect count for controlling the continuous notice effect, and ends this process.

  On the other hand, in S <b> 1045, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the remaining number of probability variation states is three. If the determination is affirmative (S1045: Yes), the process proceeds to S1050. If the determination is negative (S1045: No), the process proceeds to S1075.

  In S1050, the sub integrated control device 83 counts the current number of first and second reserved memories, and determines whether or not the total of these is three. If the determination is affirmative (S1050: Yes), the process proceeds to S1055. If the determination is negative (S1050: No), the process ends.

In S1055, the sub integrated control device 83 refers to the prefetch determination result for the three pending storages that currently exist, and the process proceeds to S1060.
In S1060, the sub-integrated control device 83 determines whether or not it is out of normal in all symbol effects performed with the digestion of the three existing stored memories based on the prefetch determination result. If the determination is affirmative (S1060: Yes), the process proceeds to S1065. If the determination is negative (S1060: No), the process ends.

In S1065, the sub integrated control device 83 sets a continuous notice effect flag indicating that the continuous notice effect is being executed, and the process proceeds to S1070.
In S1070, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 3 to the continuous notice effect count for controlling the continuous notice effect, and ends this processing.

  In S1075, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the remaining number of times of the probability variation state is two. If the determination is affirmative (S1075: Yes), the process proceeds to S1080. If the determination is negative (S1075: No), the process ends.

  In S1080, the sub integrated control device 83 counts the current number of first and second reserved memories, and determines whether or not the total of these is two. If the determination is affirmative (S1080: Yes), the process proceeds to S1085. If the determination is negative (S1080: No), the process ends.

In S1085, the sub integrated control device 83 refers to the prefetch determination result for the two pending storages that currently exist, and shifts the processing to S1090.
In S1090, the sub-integrated control device 83 determines whether or not it is out of normal in all symbol effects performed in accordance with the digestion of the two existing reserved memories based on the prefetch determination result. If the determination is affirmative (S1090: Yes), the process proceeds to S1093. If the determination is negative (S1090: No), the process ends.

In S1093, the sub integrated control device 83 sets a continuous notice effect flag indicating that the continuous notice effect is being executed, and the process proceeds to S1095.
In S1095, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 2 to the continuous notice effect count for controlling the continuous notice effect, and ends this processing.

  The sub integrated control device 83 may set the continuous notice effect flag and then control the effect symbol control device 82 to start the continuous notice effect in conjunction with the symbol effect performed according to the latest change start command. .

Alternatively, the mode change setting process 2 may be executed by replacing the probability variation state with the time reduction state, and it may be determined to perform the continuous notice effect at the end of the time reduction state.
(2) About the continuous notice effect at the time of the continuation of the probability variation state Next, an example of processing when it is determined to perform the continuous notice effect at the continuation of the probability change state will be described.

  When a negative determination is obtained in S1075 of the mode transition setting process 2 (when the remaining number of probability variation states is 5 or more), the sub-integrated control device 83 has a total of two first and second reserved memories. It is determined whether it is above.

  Then, if an affirmative determination is obtained, the sub-integrated control device 83 determines the prefetch determination result for the hold memory (previous hold memory) that is digested before the hold memory that is digested immediately before the probability variation state ends. , 2 to 4 preceding reserved memories that are continuously digested from the preceding reserved memories and become out of normal by the corresponding symbol effect are specified.

  Further, the sub-integrated control device 83 performs a lottery using random numbers, determines whether or not to perform the continuous notice effect in conjunction with the symbol effect corresponding to the specified preceding reserved memory, and performs the continuous notice effect. When it is determined, the continuous notice effect flag is set, and the specified number of preceding reserved memories is set in the continuous notice effect count.

  In addition to this, if it is not normal for all symbol productions corresponding to 2 to 4 preceding reserved memories that are digested in succession, a continuous notice production at the time of continuation of the probabilistic state is performed at any time. You may decide to do it.

Further, the sub integrated control device 83 may start the continuous notice effect in conjunction with the symbol effect that is performed immediately before the prior reserved memory where the continuous notice effect is performed.
Alternatively, it may be determined that the probability change state is replaced with the time-short state and the above-described processing is executed, and the continuous notice effect is performed when the time-short state continues.

(3) Execution of continuous notice effect Even in the second embodiment, when the continuous notice effect flag is set, the continuous notice effect is performed by the same effect mode transition process 1 as in the first embodiment. However, in S775 of the production mode transition process 1 in the second embodiment, when the continuous notice production with the end of the probability change state or the short time state is performed, the normal mode is set as the transition destination of the current production mode, When the probability variation state or the like is continued, the current production mode is set as the transition destination.

  When the continuous notice effect with the end of the probability change state or the short time state is performed, the sub integrated control device 83 receives the state designation command from the main control device 80 after the effect mode transition process 1 ends. The current production mode is shifted to the normal mode.

(4) About specific examples of effect mode and continuous notice effect First, the specific example of effect mode is demonstrated. As already described, in the second embodiment, there are provided at least three production modes: a mode for probability change, a mode for time reduction, and a mode for normal use. The effect screens 1100, 1105, and 1110 described in FIG. 22 respectively show examples of effect screens in the probability change mode, the time reduction mode, and the normal mode, and these effect modes are respectively in the first embodiment. It is the same as the karate battle mode, boxer battle mode, and special training mode.

  Next, a specific example of the continuous notice effect will be described with reference to FIGS. The content of the continuous notice effect is also in accordance with the current effect mode like the other effects. Hereinafter, as an example, the continuous notice effect when the current effect mode is the mode for probability change will be described.

  Similarly to the first embodiment, each pattern of the continuous notice effect is associated with one or a plurality of effect modes, and the pattern of the continuous notice effect changes corresponding to the update of the continuous notice effect count. Then, the pattern corresponding to the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect (in other words, the game state after the end of the continuous notice effect) is selected, and as the continuous notice effect count decreases, the corresponding effect mode A small number of patterns are newly appearing. For this reason, as the continuous notice effect progresses, the end or continuation of the probability change state gradually becomes clear.

  First, when the continuous notice effect count is 4 (immediately after it is decided to perform the continuous notice effect), a state in which the hero character who is a karateka searches for an enemy character is drawn in the middle of the design effect. A pattern continuous notice effect screen 1115 is displayed. The A pattern is associated with all the effect modes, and appears regardless of whether or not the probability change state ends after the end of the continuous notice effect.

  It should be noted that the effect symbols may be displayed in a variable manner at one corner on the continuous notice effect screen 1115, and the effect may be given in parallel with the A pattern continuous notice effect, or after the continuous notice effect screen 1115 is temporarily displayed. The original symbol effect screen may be displayed again (the same applies hereinafter).

  Then, after the end of the symbol effect, until the continuous notice effect count becomes 2, the B pattern and the C pattern (continuous notice effect screens 1120 and 1125) are sequentially synchronized with the decrement of the continuous notice effect count. The pattern of the continuous notice effect changes.

  On the B pattern continuous notice effect screen 1120, a state of flashing is drawn, and on the C pattern continuous notice effect screen 1125, the main character is greatly projected. Note that the B pattern and the C pattern are associated with all the effect modes, and when the continuous notice effect count is 3 or 2, the gaming state after the end of the continuous notice effect is unknown.

  After the C pattern continuous notice effect is performed, the D pattern and the F pattern (continuous notice effect screens 1130 and 1135 are synchronized with the decrement of the continuous notice effect count until the continuous notice effect count becomes zero. ) In the order of the continuous notice effect, and the pattern of the continuous notice effect in the order of the E pattern and the G pattern (continuous notice effect screens 1140 and 1145).

  On the D pattern continuous notice effect screen 1130, an enemy character appears on the cliff, and on the E pattern continuous notice effect screen 1140, only the cliff appears and no enemy character appears. In addition, the enemy character is largely projected on the F pattern continuous notice effect screen 1135, and the G pattern continuous notice effect screen 1145 depicts the start of special training for the main character.

The D and F patterns are associated with the probability change mode, and the E and G patterns are associated with the normal mode, and it is determined whether or not the probability change state continues when the continuous notice effect count is 1.
As in the specific example described above, by performing the continuous notice effect even when the probability change state continues, the player has a sense of expectation or a probability change state that the probability change state will continue due to the appearance of the continuous notice effect. It can give a sense of anxiety about ending and entertain the player.

  Further, in the above-described specific example, since the continuous notice effect pattern corresponding to one effect mode appears when the continuous notice effect count is 1, the probability change state ends after the end of the continuous notice effect at this stage. It is configured to determine whether or not.

  However, not limited to this, when the continuous notice effect count is 0, a continuous notice effect pattern corresponding to the probability change mode and the normal mode appears, and it is unclear whether or not the probability change state continues. The continuous notice effect may be terminated.

By doing so, the player's sense of expectation for the continuation of the probability variation state and the player's anxiety regarding the end of the probability variation state can be obtained, and the interest of the game can be enhanced.
In the above-described specific example, the case where the pattern of the continuous notice effect is changed in four stages is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the pattern may be changed in five stages or more, or three or two stages. In such a case, the pattern of the continuous notice effect corresponding to any one of the notice notice counts in the specific example may be diverted, and when the pattern is changed in three or two steps, a part of the patterns is changed. While omitted, the pattern may be changed in the same manner as the specific example.

Even in such a case, the same effect can be obtained.
[effect]
According to the pachinko machine 50 of the second embodiment, when the design effects that are out of normal are continuously performed, the continuous notice effect that suggests the end or continuation of the probabilistic state or the short-time state is provided across these design effects. Done. For this reason, even if an effect that cannot be expected for the big hit is continued, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the probability variation state or the like will continue and to enhance the interest of the game.

In addition, by performing a continuous notice effect that suggests the end of the probability change state or the like, it is not necessary for the player to have an extra expectation that the probability change state or the like will continue.
In addition, by performing the continuous notice effect, it is possible to produce a process in which the probability variation state or the like ends over a plurality of symbol variations that are continuously performed. For this reason, it is possible to give the player a new feeling that the probability change state gradually ends over a plurality of symbol effects, giving the player the impression that the probability change state has ended suddenly. As well as disappearing, new enjoyment different from the conventional one can be given.

  In addition, by performing a continuous notice effect with a story, the story develops over a plurality of symbol effects and gives the player the impression that the probable state will end or continue according to the development of this story. Can increase the interest of the game.

[Third embodiment]
[Description of operation]
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 50 according to the third embodiment will be described focusing on differences from the first and second embodiments. Similarly to the first and second embodiments, the pachinko machine 50 of the third embodiment is provided with a plurality of presentation modes, and any one of these is set as the current presentation mode, and the current presentation mode is set. Production of contents according to the is performed. In addition, the game state of the pachinko machine 50 is provided with a normal state, a short time state, and a probability change state, and there are cases where a transition is made simultaneously between the short time state and the probability change state.

  Further, in the third embodiment, as the production mode, the time reduction mode corresponding to the time reduction state, or the time reduction state and the probability change state (also simply referred to as the time reduction state), the normal state, and the probability change state without the time reduction state. At least two probability variation latency modes corresponding to (simply described as the probability variation state) are provided.

  Furthermore, there are three types of probability variation latency modes: large, medium, and small with different expectations of being in the probability variation state. The probability variation latency mode (large) has the highest expectation, and the probability variation latency mode ( Small) is the least expected. In other words, in the probability variation state, the probability that the current production mode will shift in the order of probability variation latency mode is large, medium, and small, and in the normal state, large, medium, and small. The probability of shifting in the order of increases.

  For this reason, in the sub integrated control device 83, when the state designation command received from the main control device 80 indicates a time reduction state, the current rendering mode is shifted to the time reduction mode in response to the reception of the state designation command. The On the other hand, when the state designation command indicates the normal state or the probability variation state, the type of the probability variation latent mode is selected by lottery using a random number in response to the reception of the state designation command, and the type in which the current effect mode is selected. It shifts to the probability variation latent mode. The process of shifting the current effect mode to another effect mode corresponds to the changing means in the claims.

  Further, in the pachinko machine 50 according to the third embodiment, when the current production mode is the probability variation latent mode, change conditions such as winning in a lottery using a random number or a predetermined number of jackpot lotteries are established. As a result, the type of probability variation latent mode is changed. Then, a continuous notice effect that suggests an increase or maintenance of the expected level of the probability variation latent mode is performed in conjunction with a plurality of symbol effects performed continuously.

  This continuous notice effect does not always clearly notify an increase in the expected level of the probability variation latent mode. When the degree of expectation increases, the type of probability variation latent mode is switched with the end of the continuous notice effect.

  Also, as in the first and second embodiments, a plurality of patterns are provided in the continuous notice effect, and this pattern changes at the timing synchronized with the start and end of the design effect linked with the continuous notice effect. Continuous notice production will be developed while having the nature.

Below, operation | movement of the pachinko machine 50 of 3rd embodiment is demonstrated in detail. Note that the operation of the main control device 80 is the same as that of the first embodiment, and a description thereof will be omitted.
(1) About Mode Transition Setting Process 3 In the third embodiment, the number of times the probability variation state continues is 100 as an example, and when the gaming state becomes the probability variation state, the probability variation latency is set as the current performance mode. Mode (Medium) or (Small) is set. And if the change condition (expectation rise condition) that the number of jackpot lotteries performed during the probability change state reaches 30 times, the current performance mode shifts to the probability change latency mode with a higher expectation.

  In the following, mode transition setting processing 3 for determining that the continuous notice effect is to be performed when the expectation level of the probability variation latent mode increases due to the satisfaction of the expectation increasing condition will be described with reference to the flowcharts shown in FIGS. To do. This process is a process periodically executed by the sub integrated control device 83.

  In S1200, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not a change start command has been received from the main control device 80. If the determination is affirmative (S1200: Yes), the process proceeds to S1205. If the determination is negative (S1200: No), the process ends.

  In S1205, the sub-integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state that does not involve a short time state. If the determination is affirmative (S1205: Yes), the process proceeds to S1210. If the determination is negative (S1205: No), the process ends.

  In S1210, the sub integrated control device 83 updates the variation counter that counts the number of jackpot lotteries performed after entering the probability variation state, and determines whether or not the updated variation counter is 26 (S1215). ). If the determination is affirmative (S1215: Yes), the process proceeds to S1220. If the determination is negative (S1215: No), the process proceeds to S1245.

  In S1220, the sub integrated control device 83 counts the current number of first and second reserved memories, and determines whether or not the total of these is four. If the determination is affirmative (S1220: Yes), the process proceeds to S1225. If the determination is negative (S1220: No), the process ends.

In S1225, the sub integrated control device 83 refers to the prefetch determination results for the four pending storages that currently exist, and proceeds to S1230.
In S1230, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not all the symbol effects corresponding to the four reserved memories existing at present are out of normal based on the prefetch determination result. If the determination is affirmative (S1230: Yes), the process proceeds to S1235. If the determination is negative (S1230: No), the process ends.

In S1235, the sub integrated control device 83 sets a continuous notice effect flag indicating that the continuous notice effect is being executed, and the process proceeds to S1240.
In S1240, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 4 to the continuous notice effect count for controlling the continuous notice effect, and ends this process.

  On the other hand, in S1245, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the variation counter is 27. If the determination is affirmative (S1245: Yes), the process proceeds to S1250. If the determination is negative (S1245: No), the process proceeds to S1275.

  In S1250, the sub integrated control device 83 counts the current number of first and second reserved memories, and determines whether or not the total of these is three. If the determination is affirmative (S1250: Yes), the process proceeds to S1255. If the determination is negative (S1250: No), the process ends.

In S1255, the sub integrated control apparatus 83 refers to the prefetch determination results for the three pending storages that currently exist, and proceeds to S1260.
In S1260, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not all symbol effects performed in accordance with the digestion of the three reserved memories existing at present are out of normal based on the prefetch determination result. If the determination is affirmative (S1260: Yes), the process proceeds to S1265. If the determination is negative (S1260: No), the process ends.

In S1265, the sub integrated control device 83 sets a continuous notice effect flag indicating that the continuous notice effect is being executed, and the process proceeds to S1270.
In S1270, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 3 to the continuous notice effect count for controlling the continuous notice effect, and ends this processing.

  In S1275, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not the variation counter is 28. If the determination is affirmative (S1275: Yes), the process proceeds to S1280. If the determination is negative (S1275: No), the process ends.

  In S1280, the sub integrated control device 83 counts the current number of first and second reserved memories, and determines whether or not the total of these is two. If the determination is affirmative (S1280: Yes), the process proceeds to S1285. If the determination is negative (S1280: No), the process ends.

In S <b> 1285, the sub integrated control device 83 refers to the prefetch determination result for the two pending storages that currently exist, and proceeds to S <b> 1290.
In S1290, the sub integrated control device 83 determines whether or not all symbol effects performed with the digestion of the two currently stored reservations are out of normal based on the prefetch determination result. If the determination is affirmative (S1290: Yes), the process proceeds to S1295. If the determination is negative (S1290: No), the process ends.

In S1295, the sub integrated control device 83 sets a continuous notice effect flag indicating that the continuous notice effect is being executed, and the process proceeds to S1300.
In S1300, the sub integrated control device 83 sets 2 to the continuous notice effect count for controlling the continuous notice effect, and ends this process.

  The sub integrated control device 83 may set the continuous notice effect flag and then control the effect symbol control device 82 to start the continuous notice effect in conjunction with the symbol effect performed according to the latest change start command. .

(2) Continuous notice effect in which the expected degree of the probability variation latency mode is maintained Next, an example of processing when determining to perform the continuous notice effect in which the expectation degree of the probability change latent mode is maintained will be described.

  When a negative determination is obtained in S1275 of the mode transition setting process 2 (when the number of variation counters is other than 26 to 28), the sub integrated control device 83 has a total of two or more of the first and second reserved memories. It is determined whether or not.

  If an affirmative determination is obtained, the sub-integrated control device 83 prefetches the hold memory (previous hold memory) that is digested before the hold memory that is digested immediately before the expectation increase condition is satisfied. With reference to the determination result, 2 to 4 preceding reserved memories that are continuously digested from the preceding reserved memories and become out of normal by the corresponding symbol effect are specified.

  Further, the sub-integrated control device 83 performs a lottery using random numbers, determines whether or not to perform the continuous notice effect in conjunction with the symbol effect corresponding to the specified preceding reserved memory, and performs the continuous notice effect. When it is determined, the continuous notice effect flag is set, and the specified number of preceding reserved memories is set in the continuous notice effect count.

  In addition to this, if all the design effects corresponding to 2 to 4 preceding reserved memories that are digested consecutively are out of normal, the probability varies according to the result of the lottery using random numbers. You may decide to perform the continuous notice effect that the expectation degree of the latent mode is maintained. In addition, even when the gaming state is the normal state, in the case where all symbol effects corresponding to 2 to 4 reserved memories that are continuously digested are out of normal, depending on the result of the lottery , It may be determined to perform the same continuous notice effect.

  In addition, when it is determined to perform the continuous notice effect that maintains the expected degree of the probability variation latent mode, the sub integrated control device 83 is performed immediately before the hold memory where the continuous notice effect is performed is digested. The continuous notice effect may be started in conjunction with the design effect.

(3) Execution of continuous notice effect Even in the third embodiment, when the continuous notice effect flag is set, the continuous notice effect is performed by the same effect mode transition process 1 as in the first embodiment.

  However, in S775 of the rendering mode transition process 1 of the third embodiment, when a continuous notice effect with an increase in the expected level of the probability variation latency mode is performed, the expectation level is higher than the current probability variation latency mode by lottery using random numbers. Any type of probability variation latent mode with a high value is selected. The selected type of probability variation latent mode becomes the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect.

On the other hand, when the continuous notice effect in which the expected degree of the probability change latency mode is maintained is performed, the current probability change latency mode is selected as the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect.
Then, the sub integrated control device 83 changes the current effect mode after the end of the continuous notice effect.

(4) Specific Examples of Probabilistic Latency Production Mode and Continuous Notice Production As described above, in the third embodiment, there are three types of probability variation latent modes with different expectations, but FIG. 27 shows an example. The symbol effect screens 1400, 1405, and 1410 displayed during each probability variation latent mode with small, medium, and high expectations are described. As shown in FIG. 27, a character “Tatsuyoshi Bear” is displayed on the symbol effect screen in the probability variation latent mode, and the degree of expectation is represented by the facial expression of this bear Tatsuyoshi.

  Also in the third embodiment, a continuous notice effect similar to the first embodiment and the second embodiment is performed. That is, each pattern of the continuous notice effect is associated with one or more types of probability variation latent modes, and the pattern of the continuous notice effect changes corresponding to the update of the continuous notice effect count.

  Then, a pattern corresponding to the type of probability variation latency mode after the end of the continuous announcement effect is selected, and a pattern with fewer types of corresponding probability variation latency mode newly appears as the continuous announcement effect count decreases. ing. For this reason, the type of the probability variation latent mode after the end of the continuous notice effect gradually becomes clear as the continuous notice effect progresses.

[effect]
According to the pachinko machine 50 of the third embodiment, when the design effects that are out of normal are continuously performed, the continuous notice effect that suggests an increase in the expected level of the probability variation latent mode is performed across these design effects. Is called. For this reason, even if the performance that cannot be expected for the big hit continues, the player can have a sense of expectation that the current gaming state is a promising state, and the interest of the game can be enhanced. it can.

  In addition, by performing the continuous notice effect, it is possible to produce a process in which the expectation level of the probability variation latent mode increases over a plurality of symbol variations that are continuously performed. For this reason, it is possible to give the player a new feeling that the degree of expectation gradually increases over a plurality of symbol effects, and the player is not given the impression that the degree of expectation has suddenly increased. At the same time, new enjoyment that is different from the conventional one can be given.

  In addition, by performing a continuous notice effect with story characteristics, the story develops across multiple symbol effects, and the player feels as if the expectation of the probability variation latent mode increases according to the development of this story It can be given and the interest of the game can be enhanced.

[Other Embodiments]
(1) In the mode transition setting process 1 of the first embodiment, it is determined that the continuous notice effect is performed when the total of the first and second reserved memories is four. Even if the number is 5 or more, or a few, it may be determined that the continuous recreation effect is performed if all the symbol effects corresponding to the reserved memory are out of normal. Even in such a case, the same effect can be obtained.

  (2) In the third embodiment, the case where the number of jackpot lotteries related to the expectation increasing condition in which the expectation of the probability variation latent mode increases during the probability variation state is 30 has been described as an example. However, it goes without saying that the number of jackpot lotteries is not limited to 30 times, and multiple jackpot lottery times related to the expectation increase condition are provided, and the probability variation latency is repeated multiple times during the probability variation state. You may raise the expectation of the mode. Even in such a case, the same effect can be obtained.

  In addition, in the same manner as in the normal state, the expectation increasing condition is provided, and, similar to the mode transition setting process 3, all the correspondences corresponding to a plurality of reserved memories digested continuously until the expectation increasing condition is established. When the symbol effect is out of normal, it may be determined that the continuous notice effect is performed in conjunction with these symbol effects. By doing so, the player's sense of expectation for the probability change state can be obtained.

  In addition, the expectation of the probability variation latent mode may decrease due to the establishment of the change condition. In such a case, as in the mode transition setting process 3, the change condition is continuously digested until the change condition is established. If all symbol effects corresponding to a plurality of reserved memories are out of normal, it may be decided to perform a continuous notice effect that suggests maintaining or lowering the degree of expectation in conjunction with these symbol effects. . By doing so, it is possible to notify the player in advance that the degree of expectation for the probability variation state will decrease, and it will not cause the player to have extra expectations.

  (3) The pachinko machine 50 according to the first to third embodiments transmits a state designation command indicating a game state from the main control device 80 to the sub integrated control device 83 at the end of the symbol effect or at the end of the big hit game. In the mode transition setting processes 2 and 3, the sub integrated control device 83 counts the number of symbol effects performed during the probability variation state, thereby grasping the end time of the probability variation state and the time reduction state. Yes.

  However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, every time the reserved memory is consumed, the main control device 80 can perform the big hit lottery that can be performed in the probability changing state or the short time state to the sub integrated control device 83. A command for notifying the remaining number of times may be transmitted. Even in such a case, the sub integrated control device 83 can grasp the end time of the probability variation state or the short time state, and it is possible to perform the continuous notice effect in the same manner.

[Correspondence with Claims]
The correspondence between the terms used in the description of the above embodiment and the terms used in the description of the claims is shown.

The pachinko machine 50 of the first to third embodiments corresponds to a ball game machine, and the sub-control device corresponds to a sub-integrated control device 83, an effect symbol control device 82, and an effect symbol display device.
In addition, S110 of the start opening winning confirmation process is a holding storage means, S115 and S120 of the starting opening winning confirmation process are pre-reading means, S240, S245, and S280 of the determination processing are lottery means, and S520 and S525 of the big hit game process. , S535, and S540 correspond to setting means.

  In addition, S780, S785, S805, S810, S830, S835, S855, and S860 of the effect mode transition process 1 are symbol effect means, and S770, S785, S800, S810, S825, S835, S850, and S860 are continuous notice effect means. Equivalent to.

In addition, a big hit with a specific winning symbol is a setting condition, a probability change state and a short time state are a privilege state, and a state designation command is a gaming state command.
Moreover, S730 of the mode transition setting process 1 in the first embodiment corresponds to the symbol effect determining means.

  In addition, S1005, S1015, S1045, and S1075 of the mode transition setting process 2 in the second embodiment correspond to privilege state determination means, and S1030, S1060, and S1090 correspond to symbol effect determination means.

  Further, S1230, S1260, and S1290 of the mode transition setting process 3 in the third embodiment correspond to the symbol effect determining means.

  DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Game board, 2a ... Outer rail, 2b ... Inner rail, 3 ... Game area, 4 ... Game nail, 5 ... Center case, 6 ... Production | presentation symbol display device, 7 ... Normal symbol display device, 8 ... The number of usual figure hold Display device, 9 ... first special drawing display device, 10 ... second special drawing display device, 11 ... first start port, 11a ... first start port SW, 12 ... second start port, 12a ... second start port SW , 12b ... general power solenoid, 14 ... large prize opening, 14a ... first count SW, 14b ... large prize opening solenoid, 17 ... normal symbol operation gate, 17a ... normal symbol operation SW, 18 ... first special figure hold Number display device, 19 ... second special figure reservation number display device, 20 ... payout motor, 21 ... payout SW, 22 ... full SW, 23 ... out of ball SW, 24 ... CR unit terminal board, 25 ... checkout display device, 28 ... touch SW, 29 ... launch stop SW, 30 ... launch motor 35 ... Glass frame closing SW, 36 ... Inner frame closing SW, 39 ... Cylinder lock, 50 ... Pachinko machine, 51 ... Outer frame, 52 ... Front frame, 53 ... Hinge, 55 ... Upper plate, 56 ... CR unit, 57 ... Ball lending button, 58 ... Check button, 59 ... Balance indicator, 61 ... Flat glass, 63 ... Bottom plate, 64 ... Launch handle, 65 ... Frame side decorative lamp, 66 ... Speaker, 67 ... Production button, 68 ... Jog dial, 70 ... inner frame, 71 ... ball tank, 72 ... tank rail, 73 ... payout unit, 78 ... external connection terminal plate, 80 ... main control device, 81 ... payout control device, 82 ... effect symbol control device, 83 ... sub integrated control Device: 84 ... Launch control device, 85 ... Power supply board, 90 ... Symbol display device relay terminal board.

Claims (1)

A ball game machine comprising a main control device that performs a big hit lottery based on a random number extracted by entering a starting opening, and a sub-control device that produces an effect according to a command from the main control device,
The main controller is
A storage unit for storing the random number;
The jackpot lottery is performed based on the random number related to the hold memory, the hold memory is digested, and a symbol effect for notifying the sub-control device of the result of the jackpot lottery in a manner corresponding to the random number is provided. Lottery means for transmitting a change start command instructing to perform;
An equivalent elastic ball game machine, and the normal state, or ball entrance to the start hole becomes easier than the normal state, or a privilege state probability of winning in the jackpot lottery becomes higher than the normal state setting means for setting any of the plurality of game status, to said sub-control device, transmits a game state command for notifying the gaming state of setting including,
Based on the previous SL random number, before the jackpot lottery, the jackpot and results of the lottery, performs determining prefetch decision and the aspects of the design effect, to said sub-control device, and notifies the result of the tip reading determination Prefetching means for transmitting a prefetch command,
The sub-control device
Symbol effect means for performing the symbol effect according to the change start command;
Privilege state determination means for determining whether or not the privilege state based on the gaming state command;
Based on the result of the prefetch determination indicated by the prefetch command, all of the aspects of the symbol effect corresponding to the plurality of reserved memories that are digested in succession have been removed in the jackpot lottery without reaching reach. A symbol effect determining means for determining whether or not to notify normal deviation;
When all of the aspects of the symbol effect relating to the determination by the symbol effect determination means are in the normal state, the game state is changed in conjunction with these symbol effects. A continuous notice effect means for performing a continuous notice effect ,
In the continuous notice effect, the continuous notice effect means is a predetermined effect pattern, which corresponds to one or a plurality of the game states, and sequentially corresponds to the changed game state. In the configuration to let you
The continuous notice effect means is:
Start means for starting the continuous notice effect by causing the pattern to appear;
After the start of the continuous notice effect, at the timing synchronized with the start of the symbol effect, the number of the game states corresponding to the pattern at that time is one or more than the number of the game states corresponding to the pattern Changing means for changing to any of the other patterns,
Pinball game machine characterized in that it comprises a.

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