JP6231037B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  Conventionally, in a pachinko machine that is a type of gaming machine, a symbol variation game that is performed by changing a special symbol triggered by the entry of a game ball into the start winning opening, and as a result, it is displayed as a jackpot display result. In such a case, the big winning opening can be opened, and a big hit game in which a large number of prize balls are paid out is awarded.

  In such a gaming machine, an opening / closing member is generally operated so that a start winning opening can be in an open state and a closed state. And, for example, as shown in Patent Document 1, when a normal starting condition such as the passing of a game ball to the operating gate is established, a normal symbol variation game is performed in which a normal symbol different from a special symbol is varied, As a result, it is disclosed that the opening / closing member is opened when a normal hit is achieved. At this time, it becomes easy for the game ball to win the start winning opening, and the symbol variation game is easily executed.

JP 2006-20960 A

  However, in such a gaming machine, for example, when a state where a game ball is likely to win a winning prize continues at the start winning opening, there is a possibility that the game becomes monotonous. Therefore, it is desired to improve the interest in games by providing novel gameplay.

  The present invention has been made paying attention to such problems existing in the prior art. The purpose is to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game by providing novel game play and game effects.

A gaming machine that solves the above problems includes a first opening / closing member that operates so that a first entrance of a game ball is in an open state or a closed state, and a second entrance of a game ball is in an open state or a closed state. A second opening / closing member that operates so as to become, a first starting means that can give a start timing of the first symbol variation game when a game ball enters the first entrance, and the second When a game ball enters the entrance, the second starting means that can give the start timing of the second symbol variation game, and the first symbol variation game or the second symbol variation game is a big hit A jackpot determining means for determining the type of jackpot from a plurality of types of jackpots, a jackpot game granting means for granting a jackpot game corresponding to the type of jackpot determined by the jackpot determining means, and a normal symbol variation game are usually used. Normal to determine whether or not to win A normal opening / closing means that operates so that a normal entrance of a game ball can be in an open state and a closed state when a predetermined normal hit display result is displayed in the normal symbol variation game, A first operation opportunity area through which a game ball entered from the normal entrance can pass, a second operation opportunity area through which the game ball entered from the normal entrance can pass, and the normal entrance A first prize-changing game in which the first symbol variation game is likely to be executed as a gaming state, and a normal winning device having a distribution means for distributing the ball that has been balled to the first operation opportunity area or the second operation opportunity area; A special state control means capable of setting a state and a second special state in which the second symbol variation game is likely to be executed, and a mode control means for controlling the effect execution means to cause the effect execution means to execute the effect mode. And comprising The first opening / closing member operates so as to be able to assume an open state on the condition that a game ball has passed through the first operation trigger area, while the second opening / closing member plays a game in the second operation trigger area. on condition that the ball has passed, behaves as possible the open state, the normally-off means and the operation pattern of the distributing means, a first operation of the game ball is likely to pass through the first actuating trigger region There is a pattern and a second action pattern that makes it easy for a game ball to pass in the second operation opportunity area, and the first action pattern is easily determined from a plurality of action patterns when in the first special state , when a second in the special state is rather easy determined the second operation pattern from among a plurality of operation patterns, the distributing means, said common ball entrance said ball entrance was game ball from port first Allocation to operating opportunity area And a second position for distributing the game ball entered from the normal entrance to the second operation trigger area, and the first operation pattern is determined by the distribution means. The normal opening / closing means operates such that the time during which the normal entrance is in the open state is long when the first entrance position is in the first position. The normal opening / closing means operates so that the time for which the normal entrance is open is long, and the second operation pattern is such that the normal entrance is open. There are a first pattern and a second pattern having different timings at which the normal opening / closing means operates, and the first pattern is either in the first special state or in the second special state. But it is a pattern that can be determined Cage, the first special state and the second special state, after completion of the jackpot gaming, according to the type of the determined jackpot is configured to be set, the second symbol variation game becomes jackpot And the case where the first symbol variation game is a big hit, the sorts of types of big hits that can be determined are different. When a specific big hit is determined, the specific production mode is executed as the production mode. The gist is that information corresponding to the set special state is notified after a lapse of a predetermined period from the start of execution of the specific effect mode.

In the gaming machine, the second operation pattern further includes a third pattern, and the third pattern is obtained when the normal opening / closing means is operating so that the normal entrance is in an open state. The distribution means may be a pattern that switches from the first position to the second position .

  According to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest of a game by providing a novel game performance and a game effect.

The front view which shows the machine surface side of a pachinko machine. The block diagram which shows the electrical constitution of a pachinko gaming machine. The perspective view which shows the variable winning unit of a pachinko gaming machine. The perspective view which shows the variable winning unit of a pachinko gaming machine. The rear view which shows the variable winning unit of a pachinko machine. The figure which shows the specification of a pachinko gaming machine. (A) is a figure which shows the opening / closing aspect of an opening / closing piece, (b) is a figure which shows the opening / closing aspect of a sorting shutter. The figure which shows the kind of jackpot game. The figure which shows the distribution aspect of a normal hit design. The figure which shows the relationship between the normal winning symbol and the opening / closing aspect of an opening / closing piece. The timing chart which shows the opening / closing control of a normal electric prize opening in a pachinko machine. The timing chart which shows the opening / closing control of a normal electric prize opening in a pachinko machine. The figure which shows the transition of a gaming state. (A) And (b) is a figure which shows the specification of a usual game. The figure which shows the relationship between production mode and a game state. The figure which shows transition of production mode. The figure which shows the relationship between jackpot symbol and production mode. The figure which shows the correspondence of a big hit design and a fluctuation pattern distribution table. The figure which shows a fluctuation pattern and production content.

Hereinafter, an embodiment in which the present invention is embodied in a pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIGS.
As shown in FIG. 1, the display board 11 of the pachinko gaming machine is provided with an effect display device 11 as an effect execution means having a liquid crystal display type image display unit GH for displaying an image. The effect display device 11 includes a decorative symbol variation game (hereinafter, referred to as “variable game”) that is displayed by variably displaying a plurality of decorative symbol sequences (three columns in the present embodiment). Various display effects to be executed are displayed as images. Note that the variation game of the effect display device 11 is performed using decorative symbols (effect symbols, hereinafter referred to as “decorative symbols”) for diversifying display effects.

  In addition, a 7-segment type first special symbol display device 12a is located on the lower right side of the effect display device 11, and a 7-segment type second special symbol display device 12b is located on the right side of the first special symbol display device 12a. Each is arranged. In the first special symbol display device 12a and the second special symbol display device 12b, a special symbol variation game for displaying a special symbol (hereinafter referred to as “special symbol”) is performed. The special figure is a symbol for notification indicating the result of the internal lottery (big hit lottery) of whether or not the big hit. In the present embodiment, the special symbol variation game is executed once in the first special symbol display device 12a and the second special symbol display device 12b until the special symbol variation display is started and stopped. . It should be noted that the special display variation display includes displaying a variation display symbol. Hereinafter, the variation game performed on the first special symbol display device 12a may be referred to as “first variation game (first symbol variation game)”, and the variation game performed on the second special symbol display device 12b is referred to as “second”. "Change game (2nd symbol change game)".

  In the present embodiment, the first special symbol display device 12a and the second special symbol display device 12b select and select one special figure corresponding to the lottery result of the big hit lottery from among a plurality of types of special figures. The special figure is stopped and displayed individually at the end of the first variation game or the second variation game. The special symbols are classified into a jackpot symbol (a jackpot display result) that can be a symbol that can recognize a jackpot and an outlier symbol (a loss display result) that can be a symbol that can recognize a loss. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, it is a jackpot, and the player is given a jackpot game related to the jackpot.

  In the present embodiment, the effect display device 11 displays a plurality of types of numerical symbols and character symbols as a decorative drawing for each of a plurality of symbol rows. In the present embodiment, the effect display device 11 is configured with a large display area compared to the first special symbol display device 12a and the second special symbol display device 12b, and the decorative drawing is far more than the special drawing. Is displayed larger. For this reason, the player can recognize a big hit or a loss from the decorative symbols stopped and displayed on the effect display device 11.

  The effect display device 11 displays a display result corresponding to the display result of the first special symbol display device 12a or the second special symbol display device 12b. Specifically, when the big hit symbol (big hit display result) is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a or the second special symbol display device 12b, the combination of big hit symbols (big hit) is also displayed on the effect display device 11. Result) is stopped. In the present embodiment, the jackpot symbol combination by the decorative drawing is, for example, a symbol combination in which the symbols in all the rows are the same symbol. In addition, for example, the symbols in the left and right columns are the same numeric symbols, while the symbols in the middle column are symbol combinations that become predetermined character symbols.

  In addition, when the off symbol (out of line display result) is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a or the second special symbol display device 12b, the off symbol combination (out of band result) is also stopped on the effect display device 11. Is displayed. In this embodiment, for example, the symbol combination that is out of place by the decorative pattern is, for example, a symbol combination in which the symbols in all the columns are different, or a symbol combination in which the symbols in one column are different from the symbols in the other two columns (however, The symbols in the left and right columns are the same numerical symbols, but the symbol combination in the middle column is a predetermined character design (except for the jackpot symbol combination). In addition, the symbol combination of the decorative drawing with respect to a special drawing is not necessarily one-to-one, and the symbol combination by one decorative drawing is selected from the symbol combinations by a several decorative drawing with respect to one special drawing.

  Further, in the effect display device 11, the decorative display variation display stops in the order of the left column → the right column → the middle column as viewed from the player side. When the same decorative drawing is stopped and displayed in the column), a reach state (reach symbol combination) is formed. In the present embodiment, among the plurality of symbol columns, the left column is the first stop column, the right column is the second stop column, the middle column is the third stop column, and the left and right columns form a reach state. It becomes.

  On the right side of the second special symbol display device 12b, a first special symbol hold display device 13a having a plurality of (two in this embodiment) first special symbol hold light emitting units is disposed. The first special symbol hold display device 13a informs the player of the number of special start pending storages (the number of first variable games whose execution is suspended) in the first variable game stored inside the machine. In the following description, the number of reserved start-up memories for special drawings in the first variation game is referred to as “first reserved memory number”. The first reserved memory number is obtained when a game ball is won at the first start winning opening 14 or the first non-electric start winning opening 21 provided on the game board 10 and the execution of the first variable game is put on hold. While “1” is added, “1” is subtracted at the start of the first variation game. Therefore, when a game ball wins the first start winning opening 14 or the first non-electric start winning opening 21 during the variable game, the first hold is made up to a predetermined upper limit number (the first upper limit number, “4” in the present embodiment). The stored number is accumulated.

  On the right side of the first special symbol hold display device 13a, a second special symbol hold display device 13b having a plurality of (two in this embodiment) second special figure hold light emitting units is disposed. The second special symbol hold display device 13b informs the player of the number of special pending start holds stored in the second variable game stored in the machine (the number of second variable games whose execution is held). In the following description, the number of reserved start-up memories for special drawings in the second variation game is referred to as “second reserved memory number”. The second reserved memory number is incremented by “1” when a game ball wins a second non-electric start start winning port 22 arranged on the game board 10 and execution of the second variable game is put on hold. “1” is subtracted at the start of the second variation game. Therefore, when a game ball wins the second non-electric start start winning opening 22 during the variable game, the second reserved memory number is accumulated up to a predetermined upper limit number (second upper limit number, “4” in the present embodiment).

  Further, on the right side of the second special symbol hold display device 13b, a normal symbol display device 20 having a plurality of (two in the present embodiment) ordinary light emitting units is disposed. In the normal symbol display device 20, a normal symbol variation game is displayed in which a plurality of types of normal symbols are displayed in a variable manner. The normal symbol is a notification symbol indicating the result of an internal lottery (normal lottery) for determining whether or not the game is a normal hit. In the following, the normal symbol is indicated as “normal figure”, and the normal symbol variation game is indicated as “normal figure game”. In addition, the fluctuation of the usual figure includes displaying a display image (display pattern) of the usual figure for fluctuation display.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the number of pending start for the usual drawing in the usual game (the number of the usual game for which execution is suspended) can be stored. In the following description, the number of reserved memory for start-up for a general-purpose game in the normal-game game is indicated as “number of general-purpose reserved memory”. The number of stored general maps is incremented by “1” when a game ball passes through the operation gate 19 arranged on the game board 10 and execution of the general game is suspended, while the general game is started. As a result, “1” is subtracted. Therefore, when the game ball passes through the operation gate 19 during the normal game, the normal memory number is accumulated up to a predetermined upper limit (the normal upper limit, “4” in the present embodiment).

  In the present embodiment, the first variation game and the second variation game are configured not to be executed at the same time. When the variation game (the first variation game or the second variation game) is finished, the first hold memory is stored. When both the number and the second reserved memory number are “1” or more, the second variable game based on the second reserved memory number is preferentially executed. In the present embodiment, the variable game and the usual game can be executed simultaneously.

  Below the effect display device 11, a first start winning port 14 (first start winning device) having a first winning port 14a (winning means, third winning port) for a game ball is arranged. The pachinko gaming machine is provided with a first start port switch SW1 (shown in FIG. 2) that detects a game ball that has entered the first winning port 14a. When the first start switch SW1 detects a game ball that has entered the first winning port 14a (that is, when a game ball enters the first starting port 14), the first variable game starts. A condition for paying out game balls as a predetermined number of prize balls can be given. In the present embodiment, when the game ball rolls from the right side of the game board 10 (right side of the effect display device 11) as indicated by the symbol Y, the left side (effect display of the game board 10 as indicated by the symbol X is shown. Obstruction nails and the like are arranged so that it is more difficult to enter the first winning opening 14a than when rolling from the left side of the apparatus 11. That is, the first winning opening 14a is provided in the first flow path mainly including the left side of the game board 10 as indicated by the symbol X.

  An operation gate 19 is disposed on the right side of the effect display device 11. The operation gate 19 is provided with a gate switch SW5 (shown in FIG. 2) as normal detection means for detecting the passed game ball. When a game ball passing through the operation gate 19 is detected by the gate switch SW5, a start condition for the usual game can be given. The usual game is an effect performed for deriving a lottery result as to whether or not the open / close piece 16 of the ordinary electric prize winning opening 15 as an ordinary electric accessory is opened. That is, when the normal winning lottery is won, it becomes easier to enter the game ball into the normal winning opening 15a of the normal electric winning opening 15 by opening the opening / closing piece 16.

  A variable winning unit KU is provided below the operation gate 19 as a starting ball entering means. In this variable winning unit KU, the ordinary electric winning opening 15, the first non-electric starting winning opening 21, and the second non-electric starting winning opening 22 are integrally provided.

  The ordinary electric winning opening 15 has an ordinary winning opening 15a (ordinary winning opening, ordinary winning means) for game balls. The ordinary electric winning opening 15 (ordinary winning device) is an ordinary electric accessory, and an opening / closing piece 16 (normal opening / closing) that opens and closes by the operation of an actuator ACT1 (shown in FIG. 2) for an ordinary electric accessory such as a solenoid or a motor. Means). The ordinary electric winning opening 15 is allowed to enter a game ball by opening the normal winning opening 15a by opening the opening / closing piece 16 which can be displaced in a predetermined direction (in the present embodiment, the front-rear direction). That is, when the normal electric winning opening 15 is opened by the opening operation of the opening / closing piece 16, it becomes easier for a game ball to enter the normal winning opening 15a than when the open position is closed. The pachinko gaming machine is provided with a normal electric winning opening switch SW6 (shown in FIG. 2) as a normal winning detection means for detecting a game ball that has entered the normal winning opening 15a. A game ball payout condition as a predetermined number of prize balls can be given by detecting a game ball that has entered the normal prize opening 15a by the ordinary electric prize opening switch SW6. In the present embodiment, when the game ball rolls from the right side of the game board 10 as indicated by the symbol Y, the normal winning opening 15a is more than when it rolls from the left side of the game board 10 as indicated by the symbol X. An obstacle nail or the like is arranged so that the ball can be easily entered. In other words, the normal winning opening 15 a is provided in the second flow path mainly on the right side of the game board 10 as indicated by the symbol Y.

  Moreover, the 1st non-electric start winning opening 21 has the 1st non-electrical winning opening 21a (entrance entrance, 1st entrance entrance). The first non-electric start winning award port 21 (variable starting means, first variable start means) is a non-electric accessory, and the first operating mechanism 21c (shown in FIG. 5) in the first non-electric start winning award port 21 is operated. A first non-electric opening / closing blade 21b (opening / closing member, first opening / closing member) operating in an open state is provided. In the present embodiment, as the non-electrical accessory, an accessory other than the electric accessory that operates by electric power is shown. An accessory other than an electric accessory refers to an accessory provided with a mechanism (such as a link mechanism) that drives using the weight of a game ball, a collision force, a magnetic force, or the like. The first non-electric prize winning opening 21a is opened by the opening operation of the first non-electric opening / closing blade 21b, thereby allowing a game ball to enter. That is, when the first non-electric opening / closing blade 21b is opened, the game ball is more likely to win (win) the first non-electric winning opening 21a than when the first non-electric opening / closing blade 21b is opened. The pachinko gaming machine is provided with a first non-electric start port switch SW2 (shown in FIG. 2) that detects a game ball that has entered the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a. When the game ball is detected by the first non-electric start port switch SW2, the start condition of the first variable game and the game ball payout condition as a predetermined number of prize balls can be given.

  Further, above the first non-electric start winning opening 21, a second non-electric start winning opening 22 (variable starting means) having a second non-electric winning opening 22a (a winning opening, a second entering opening) for a game ball. , Second variable starting means) is provided. The second non-electric start winning opening 22 is a non-electric accessory, and a second non-electric opening / closing blade 22b (opening / closing member, second opening / closing member) that operates in an open state by operation of a second operating mechanism 22c (shown in FIG. 5). ). The second non-electrical winning opening 22a is opened by the opening operation of the second non-electrical opening / closing blade 22b, thereby allowing a game ball to enter. That is, when the second non-electric opening / closing blade 22b is opened, the game ball is easier to enter the second non-electric prize winning opening 22a than when the second non-electric opening / closing blade 22b is opened. The pachinko gaming machine is provided with a second non-electric start port switch SW3 (shown in FIG. 2) as a start ball detecting means for detecting a game ball that has entered the second non-electric prize-winning port 22a. Yes. When the second non-electric start port switch SW3 detects the game ball that has entered the second non-electric start port 22a, the start condition of the second variable game and the payout condition of the game ball as a predetermined number of prize balls Can be granted.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the game ball rolls from the right side of the game board 10 (or the effect display device 11) as indicated by the symbol Y, the game board 10 (or the effect display device 11) as indicated by the symbol X. An obstacle nail or the like is arranged so that it is easier to enter the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a and the second non-electric prize winning opening 22a than when rolling from the left side. In other words, the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a and the second non-electric prize winning opening 22a are also provided in the second flow path mainly on the right side of the game board 10 as indicated by the symbol Y. In the present embodiment, the passage area where the first non-electric start port switch SW2 is disposed corresponds to the first start passage area, and the passage area where the second non-electric start port switch SW3 is disposed. This corresponds to the second start passage region.

  As shown in FIGS. 3 to 5, the first passage 15 d and the second passage 15 e have two branch passages in the back (downstream side) of the ordinary electric winning opening switch SW 6 of the ordinary electric winning opening 15. Are formed in parallel. The first passage 15d is provided with a first passage switch SW7 as first operation trigger detection means (operation trigger detection means), and a game ball that has entered the normal winning opening 15a has passed through the first passage 15d. Can be detected. On the other hand, the second passage 15e is provided with a second passage switch SW8 as second operation trigger detection means (operation trigger detection means), and a game ball that has entered the normal winning opening 15a is in the second passage 15e. Can be detected.

  In addition, a distribution shutter 41 serving as a distribution unit for distributing the game balls won in the normal electric winning port 15 is arranged between the normal electric winning port switch SW6 and the first passage 15d and the second passage 15e. It is installed. The distribution shutter 41 has a first position that blocks the second passage 15e but does not block the first passage 15d by the operation of the actuator ACT2 (see FIG. 2) for a distribution shutter such as a solenoid or a motor, and the first passage 15d. Between the second position and the second position where the second passage 15e is not blocked. When the distribution shutter 41 is disposed at the first position, the distribution shutter 41 regulates the passage of the game ball to the second passage 15e and allows the game ball to pass to the first passage 15d. It guides to the 1st operation opportunity area | region 15b (operation | movement opportunity area | region). On the other hand, when the sorting shutter 41 is arranged at the second position, it restricts the passage of the game ball to the first passage 15d and allows the game ball to pass to the second passage 15e. The game ball is guided to the second operation opportunity area 15c (operation opportunity area). That is, the sorting shutter 41 determines whether the game ball won in the normal electric winning opening 15 passes through the first operation trigger area 15b or the second operation trigger area 15c (whether it passes through the first operation trigger area 15b). Or not).

  Further, in the first passage 15d, a first operation trigger region 15b (first passage region) is formed in the back (downstream side) from the first passage switch SW7. A first non-electric start winning prize opening 21 is disposed on the front side of the first operation opportunity area 15b, and is operated in an open state as the game ball passes through the first operation opportunity area 15b.

  Specifically, a first operating mechanism 21 c is provided on the back side of the first non-electric start winning opening 21. The first operating mechanism 21c opens the first non-electric opening / closing blade 21b by contacting with a game ball passing through the first operation trigger area 15b, and the first non-electric winning port 21a is opened. The game ball is allowed to enter. That is, the first non-electric opening / closing blade 21b can be mechanically opened in accordance with the passage of the game ball on condition that the game ball has passed through the first operation trigger area 15b in the normal electric winning opening 15. To work.

  In addition, the first operating mechanism 21c comes into contact with the upper limit number (first upper limit number, two in the present embodiment) of the game balls that have entered the first non-electrical winning opening 21a, whereby the first non-electric opening / closing blade 21b. Is closed, and the first non-electrical winning opening 21a is closed, so that the game ball is prohibited from entering. In other words, the first non-electrical opening / closing blade 21b receives a game ball entering the first non-electrical winning opening 21a with the predetermined first upper limit number as an upper limit after the game ball passes through the first operation trigger area 15b. Operates mechanically closed.

  In the second passage 15e, a second operation trigger region 15c (second passage region) is formed between the sorting shutter 41 and the second passage switch SW8. On the front side of the second operation opportunity area 15c, a second non-electric start prize opening 22a of the second non-electric start prize opening 22 is arranged, and the game ball passes through the second operation opportunity area 15c. Actuated to open state.

  Specifically, a second operating mechanism 22 c is provided on the back side of the second non-electric start winning opening 22. The second operating mechanism 22c opens the second non-electric opening / closing blade 22b by contacting the game ball passing through the second operation trigger area 15c, and the second non-electric winning award port 22a is opened. The game ball is allowed to enter. In other words, the second non-electric opening / closing blade 22b can take a mechanically open state in accordance with the passage of the game ball on the condition that the game ball has passed through the second operation opportunity region 15c in the normal electric winning opening 15. To work.

  In addition, the second operating mechanism 22c comes into contact with the upper limit number (second upper limit number, two in the present embodiment) of the game balls that have entered the second non-electric prize-winning port 22a. Is closed, and the second non-electrical winning opening 22a is closed, so that the game ball is prohibited from entering. That is, when the game ball enters the second non-electrical winning opening 22a, the second non-electric opening / closing blade 22b has an upper limit of a predetermined second upper limit number after the game ball passes through the second operation trigger area 15c. Operates mechanically closed.

  As described above, the first passage 15d, the first operation trigger area 15b, the first non-electric start start winning opening 21, the first non-electric start start switch SW2, and the first passage switch SW7 are mechanisms related to the first variation game. It is provided to correspond. Further, the second passage 15e, the second operation opportunity region 15c, the second non-electric start start winning port 22, the second non-electric start port switch SW3, and the second passage switch SW8 respectively correspond as mechanisms related to the second variation game. It is provided as follows. And the passage of the game ball to each passage 15d, 15e (each operation opportunity field 15b, 15c) becomes independent detection by the mechanism of a plurality of systems, respectively.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, a large winning device 18 is disposed under the first winning opening 14a. The grand prize winning device 18 opens and closes the grand prize winning opening 18a by operating a big prize winning opening 18a through which a game ball can enter and an actuator ACT3 (shown in FIG. 2) for a big winning prize such as a solenoid or a motor. A grand prize opening door 17 is provided. In addition, the pachinko gaming machine is provided with a count switch SW4 (shown in FIG. 2) for detecting a game ball that has entered the special winning opening 18a as a special entrance. When a game ball that has entered the big winning opening 18a is detected by the count switch SW4, a payout condition for a predetermined number of game balls can be established. During the big hit game, it is opened by the opening operation of the big prize opening door 17 as a special opening / closing means, and the game ball is allowed to enter the big prize opening 18a. For this reason, during the big hit game, the player can have an opportunity to win a prize ball. In the present embodiment, when the game ball rolls from the right side of the game board 10, it is easier to win the big prize device 18 (large prize opening 18a) than when the game ball rolls from the left side of the game board 10. An obstacle nail or the like is disposed on the door.

  The jackpot game is won by a jackpot lottery, and the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the first variation game of the first special symbol display device 12a or the second variation game of the second special symbol display device 12b, and the game ends. Will be started later. When the big hit game is started, an opening effect indicating the start of the big hit game is first performed. After the opening effect is finished, a round game in which the big prize opening 18a of the big prize winning device 18 is opened is performed a plurality of times up to a predetermined prescribed number of rounds (upper number of rounds). In addition, one round game is performed until the grand prize opening 18a is opened and closed a predetermined number of times (in this embodiment, once). During one round game, the special prize opening 18a has a predetermined number (the number of balls entered). It is released until a maximum number of game balls enter or until a specified time (round game time) elapses. In the round game, a round effect is performed. When the specified number of round games are finished, an ending effect indicating the end of the jackpot game is performed, and the jackpot game is finished.

  In the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, a probability variation state (hereinafter, referred to as “probability variation state”) that is advantageous to the player may be given after the big hit game ends. The probability variation state is given on condition that the type of the jackpot symbol (special symbol) that is stopped and displayed is a predetermined probability variation symbol. In this probability change state, after the jackpot game ends, the winning probability of the jackpot changes from a low probability state to a high probability state. In this embodiment, a jackpot to which a probability variation state is given after the jackpot game ends is a probability variation jackpot, and a jackpot to which a probability variation state is not imparted is a non-probability variation jackpot.

  In addition, the probability change state is given after the end of the jackpot game until the next jackpot game is given regardless of the presence or absence of the probability change state and the game state at the time of winning the jackpot lottery (shown as "until next time") Is done. In this way, the probability variation state is advantageous for the player because the lottery probability of the jackpot lottery fluctuates with a high probability and the jackpot is likely to occur, and the player plays the game while expecting to enter the probability variation state. Is going.

  In addition, after the big hit game ends, a state of improving the entrance rate is given. In this increased entry rate state, the first variation game and the second variation game (and the associated variation game) are compared to the non-entry rate improvement state (non-special state) to which the entrance rate improvement state is not given. In particular, the fluctuation time of the usual game for deriving the lottery result of whether or not to open / close the opening / closing piece 16 is shortened compared with the non-entrance rate improvement state. . In addition, in the increased entrance rate state, the winning probability per normal game of the ordinary game shifts from a low probability state to a high probability state. Further, in the improved entrance rate, when the normal winning lottery is won, the open / close piece 16 is opened and closed with an operation pattern different from that in the non-entry rate improvement state. In addition, in the entrance rate improvement state, the variation time of the first variation game and the second variation game (and the variation game associated therewith) in which the display error result is stopped and displayed may be shortened. In the present embodiment, when the normal winning lottery is won in the non-entry rate improvement state, the open / close piece 16 is opened in a short opening / closing manner, while the normal winning lottery is won in the improved entrance rate state. The opening / closing piece 16 opens in a long opening / closing manner. In other words, the open / close piece 16 is set to operate in an advantageous manner for the player in the improved entrance rate in a state where the total open time corresponding to one ordinary hit is longer in the improved entrance rate state. ing. For this reason, the entrance rate improvement state is a state in which the opening / closing piece 16 is easy to operate in the open state, and the variable game tends to be easily executed. In the present embodiment, the long open / close mode includes a plurality of types of open / close modes. For example, there is a long open / close mode in which a game ball easily passes through the first operation trigger region 15b and a long open / close mode in which the game ball easily passes through the second operation trigger region 15c.

  Also, in the improved entrance rate state, depending on the type of jackpot after the jackpot game is over, after the jackpot game is over, the next time or a predetermined number of swing games (first and second swing games) are finished. Up to the maximum number of times. The opening / closing piece 16 is opened when the normal hit is reached, but the opening / closing piece 16 is closed when the upper limit number of game balls are won even before the closing.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 6, the specification with the pachinko game machine in this embodiment is as follows. The winning probability for the jackpot is defined as 165/65536 in the low probability state (non-probability variation state) and 1650/65536 in the high probability state (probability variation state). As the winning probability per normal, 16384/65536 is defined in the low probability state (non-entrance rate improvement state), and 65535/65536 is defined in the high probability state (entrance rate improvement state). Also, the number of game balls to be paid out based on the winning (winning) is 3 balls for the first starting winning port 14, the first non-electric starting winning port 21, and the second non-electric starting winning port 22. However, 15 balls are respectively defined for the special winning opening 18a. In each round game of the big hit game, “1 time” is set as the number of times of opening of the big winning opening 18a, and “8 balls” is set as the maximum number of winning balls. Moreover, when only the entrance rate improvement state is given, 7 times is determined as the number of times the entrance rate improvement state is given. Further, there are 101 types of special symbols that are stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a and the second special symbol display device 12b, and are classified into 100 types of big hit symbols and one type of off-line symbols. Further, the normal symbol display device 20 is configured to be capable of stopping and displaying three types of normal hit symbols F1 to F3 and one type of normal symbols.

  Moreover, as shown to Fig.7 (a), the opening / closing aspect (opening pattern) of the opening / closing piece 16 has multiple types. For example, the first opening / closing mode (opening pattern P1) of the opening / closing piece 16 is an opening mode in which the opening / closing piece 16 is opened once, and is specified to be opened for 40 ms by the first opening. The second opening / closing mode (opening pattern P2) of the opening / closing piece 16 is an opening mode in which the opening / closing piece 16 is opened once, and it is defined that the opening / closing piece 16 is opened for 300 ms by the first opening.

  The third opening / closing mode (opening pattern P3) of the opening / closing piece 16 is an opening / closing mode in which the opening / closing piece 16 is opened three times. After opening for the first time for 24 ms, it is closed for 660 ms. It is specified that after opening for 24 ms, it is closed for 1200 ms and then opened for 660 ms at the third opening. The fourth opening / closing mode (opening pattern P4) of the opening / closing piece 16 is an opening / closing mode in which the opening / closing piece 16 is opened four times. After opening for the first time for 24 ms, it is closed for 660 ms. After opening for 24 ms, it is closed for 1200 ms. After that, it is specified that after opening for 24 ms at the third opening, it is closed for 1200 ms and opened for 800 ms at the fourth opening. The fifth opening / closing mode (opening pattern P5) of the opening / closing piece 16 is an opening / closing mode in which the opening / closing piece 16 is opened twice. After opening for the first time for 24 ms, the opening / closing piece 16 is closed for 660 ms. It is stipulated that 360 ms is opened. Further, “10 balls” is defined as the upper limit number of balls that is a closing condition of the opening / closing piece 16.

  Moreover, as shown in FIG.7 (b), the opening / closing aspect of the distribution shutter 41 is one type, and is predetermined. That is, the sorting shutter 41 is disposed at the second position for 40 ms from the start, and thereafter disposed at the first position for 700 ms. Subsequently, it is placed in the second position for 4224 ms, and then placed in the first position.

Next, the jackpot game defined in the pachinko gaming machine of this embodiment will be described below with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 8, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, when the big hit lottery is won, one big hit is determined from 19 types of big hits, and the big hit game corresponding to the determined big hit is given. It has become so. Then, which of the 19 types of jackpots is awarded is determined according to a special figure (big hit symbol) determined when the jackpot lottery is won. In the present embodiment, 100 types of special symbol jackpot symbols that are stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a or the second special symbol display device 12b are classified for each type of jackpot. In the figure, the symbol that is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a is indicated as "Special Fig. 1", and the symbol that is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b is indicated as "Special Fig. 2".

  Of the jackpot symbols that are stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a, the symbol ZA has 50 types of jackpot symbols, the symbol ZB has 20 types of jackpot symbols, and the symbols ZC to ZG each have 1 symbol. There are three types of jackpot symbols, three types of jackpot symbols for symbol ZH, five types of jackpot symbols for symbol ZI, and 17 types of jackpot symbols for symbol ZX. When the first variation game is a big hit, the lottery is selected from 100 types of big hit symbols that can be stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a. In addition, since the symbols are distributed in this way, the symbol ZA is determined with a probability of 50/100, the symbol ZB is determined with a probability of 20/100, and the symbols ZC to ZG have a probability of 1/100. The symbol ZH is determined with a probability of 3/100, the symbol ZI is determined with a probability of 5/100, and the symbol ZX is determined with a probability of 17/100.

  On the other hand, among the jackpot symbols that are stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b, the symbol ZK has 75 types of jackpot symbols, the symbols ZL to ZQ each have one type of jackpot symbol, and the symbol ZR. Shows two types of jackpot symbols, and the symbol ZS has 17 types of jackpot symbols. When the second variable game is a big hit, the lottery is selected from 100 types of big hit symbols that can be stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b. Since the symbols are distributed in this way, the symbol ZK is determined with a probability of 75/100, the symbols ZL to ZQ are respectively determined with a probability of 1/100, and the symbol ZR is 2/100. The symbol ZS is determined with a probability of 17/100.

  The jackpot game related to the jackpot given when the jackpot symbol classified into symbols ZA to ZJ is stopped and displayed is a jackpot game with the specified number of rounds set to “12”. Further, in the jackpot given when the jackpot symbol classified into symbols ZA to ZI is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a, the probable change state and the entrance rate improvement state until the next time after the jackpot game ends. Is to be granted. On the other hand, in the big hit given when the big hit symbol classified as the symbol ZJ is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a, a predetermined number of variable games are executed after the big hit game ends. In this case, the entrance rate improvement state is given until the probability change state, while the probability variation state is not given.

  The jackpot game related to the jackpot given when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol ZK is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b is a jackpot game in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “15”. is there. In addition, in the jackpot game related to the jackpot given when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol ZL to the symbol ZS is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b, the prescribed number of rounds is set to “2”. It is a big hit game.

  Further, in the jackpot given when the jackpot symbol classified into symbols ZK to ZR is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b, the probable change state and the entrance rate improvement state are maintained until the next time after the jackpot game ends. It is to be granted. On the other hand, in the big hit given when the big hit symbol classified as the symbol ZS is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b, a predetermined number of fluctuating games are executed after the big hit game ends. In this case, the entrance rate improvement state is given until the probability change state, while the probability variation state is not given. In the present embodiment, the probability variation state and the entrance rate improvement state are determined regardless of the presence or absence of the probability variation state and the gaming state at the time of winning the big hit lottery.

  When the jackpot symbol classified as symbols ZA to ZJ is stopped and displayed, and when the jackpot symbol classified as symbols ZK to ZS is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b, a big prize is won in the jackpot game. A round game that opens the device 18 is defined.

  In the jackpot game related to the jackpot given when the jackpot symbol classified as symbols ZA to ZJ is stopped and displayed, in the round games of the first to fourth rounds, a specified time (maximum opening of the jackpot 18a ( “25 (seconds)” is specified as the round game time), and “0.04 (seconds)” is specified as the specified time in the round games of the fifth to twelfth rounds. In addition, in each jackpot game, “5 (seconds)” as the opening time (direction time of the opening effect), “1 (seconds)” as the interval time between each round (interval between rounds), the ending time (ending effect) “5 (seconds)” is set as the production time).

  On the other hand, in the jackpot game related to the jackpot given when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol ZK is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b, in the round games of the first to fifteenth rounds, the jackpot 18a is “25 (seconds)” is specified as the specified time (round game time) that is maximized. Also, in each jackpot game, “5 (seconds)” as the opening time, “1 (seconds)” as the interval time between rounds (interval between rounds), “5 (seconds)” as the ending time, respectively Is set.

  Further, in the jackpot game related to the jackpot given when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol ZL to the symbol ZS is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b, in the round games of the first and second rounds, the specified time “0.04 (seconds)” is defined as (round game time). In each jackpot game, the opening time is “0.04 (seconds)”, the interval time between each round (interval between rounds) is “1 (second)”, and the ending time is “21.92 (seconds)” "Is set for each.

  In this embodiment, the first variation game and the second variation game differ in the amount of privilege for the player (the degree of advantage that the player is advantageous), and the second variation game is more advantageous than the first variation game. . The privilege amount in the present embodiment is, for example, the number of winning balls that can be acquired during a big hit game, the number of round games, the opening time of the big winning opening 18a, the probability variation state that is given after the big hit game ends, or the improved winning rate Presence / absence, a period during which the probability variation state is provided, a period during which the entry rate improvement state is provided, and the like. In this embodiment, the number of winning balls (or the total opening time of the big winning opening 18a) that can be won when the big win is won in the second floating game is the prize that can be won when the big win is won in the first floating game. The possibility of becoming more than the number of balls is high.

  In the present embodiment, the number of winning balls that can be acquired is varied depending on the type of jackpot. Specifically, the number of winning balls that can be obtained is varied by changing the number of specified rounds in the big hit game and the opening time of the big winning opening 18a. As another example, the number of winning balls that can be obtained may be varied by changing the number of payout balls per ball or the maximum number of balls that can be entered in one round game.

  Also, in this embodiment, when the normal hit is won, the opening / closing mode of the opening / closing piece 16 is determined according to the game state specified based on the type of jackpot that was won last time and the number of executions of the variable game and the type of the normal hit symbol that is stopped and displayed. May be different. In other words, a plurality of types of opening / closing mode determination tables indicating the correspondence between the normal winning symbol and the opening / closing mode of the opening / closing piece 16 are defined. The open / close mode determination table to be referred to differs depending on the type of the improvement in the sphere rate. Then, with reference to the opening / closing mode determination table, the opening / closing piece 16 is opened / closed in an opening / closing mode corresponding to the type of the normal winning symbol (ordinary hit) that has been stopped.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8, when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZA is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a, the opening / closing mode determination table TA is referred to after the jackpot game is over. . In the opening / closing mode determination table TA, there is a possibility that the opening / closing piece 16 is controlled to be opened / closed so that the game ball that has entered the normal winning opening 15a can easily pass through the first operation opportunity area 15b in the state where the entrance rate is improved. A table that rises. That is, when the opening / closing mode determination table TA is referred to, the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a is likely to be in an open state, and the first variation game is likely to be executed.

  When the jackpot symbol classified as symbols ZB to ZI is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a, or the jackpot symbol classified as symbols ZK to ZR is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b. When the jackpot game is over, the open / close mode determination table TB is referred to. In the opening / closing mode determination table TB, there is a possibility that the opening / closing piece 16 is controlled to be opened / closed so that the game ball that has entered the normal winning opening 15a can easily pass through the second operation opportunity area 15c in the state where the entrance rate is improved. A table that rises. That is, when the opening / closing mode determination table TB is referred to, the second non-electric prize winning opening 22a is likely to be in an open state, and the second variation game is likely to be executed.

  When the jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZJ is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a, or when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZS is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b, The opening / closing mode determination table TB is referred to after the end until the predetermined number of times (seven times) of the changing game is executed.

  On the other hand, when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZJ is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a, or when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZS is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b, In a variable game after a predetermined number of times (seven times) after the game ends, the open / close mode determination table TC (see FIG. 10) is referred to. That is, in the non-entrance rate improvement state, the opening / closing piece 16 is controlled to open / close with reference to the opening / closing mode determination table TC. When opening / closing control is performed based on the opening / closing mode determination table TC, it is difficult to enter the normal winning opening 15a. That is, when the opening / closing mode determination table TC is referred to, the first non-electric prize-winning port 21a and the second non-electric prize-winning port 22a are less likely to be in the open state, and as a result, the first non-electrical prize-winning port 21a and the second non-electrical prize-winning port 21a. Compared with the winning opening 22a, it becomes easier for a game ball to enter the first start winning opening 14. Therefore, when the opening / closing mode determination table TC is referred to, the first variation game is more likely to be executed than the second variation game.

  In this way, even when the entrance rate improvement state is given and the variation game is easy to be executed, since the open / close mode determination table to be referred to is different, whether the first variation game is easy to be executed, Whether or not the two-variable game is easy to be executed is different, and novel gameplay can be provided. In the present embodiment, the open / close mode determination table TA is referred to, and the open / close mode determination table TB is referred to as a first enter rate improvement state (first special state) in which the first rate change game is likely to be executed. May be referred to as a second entrance rate improvement state (second special state) where the entrance rate improvement state in which the second variation game is likely to be executed may be indicated.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 9, in the present embodiment, when a normal winning is won, depending on the gaming state (non-entrance rate improvement state, first entrance rate improvement state, second entrance rate improvement state) The appearance probability of normal symbols that are stopped and displayed is changed. For example, when it is in the non-entrance rate improvement state or the second entrance rate improvement state (when the open / close mode determination tables TB and TC are referred to), when the normal hit is won, the normal hit symbol F1 is 31/101. The normal hit symbol F2 is determined with a probability of 31/101, and the normal hit symbol F3 is determined with a probability of 39/101. When the first winning rate improvement state (when the opening / closing mode determination table TA is referenced), when the normal winning is won, the normal winning symbol F1 is determined with a probability of 60/101, and the normal winning symbol is determined. F2 is determined with a probability of 2/101, and the normal hit symbol F3 is determined with a probability of 39/101.

Here, with reference to FIG. 10 to FIG. 12, the control of the opening / closing piece 16 and the sorting shutter 41 in the ordinary electric winning opening 15 will be described below.
The open / close piece 16 refers to the open / close mode determination table and performs an operation that can take an open state and a closed state in an open / close mode corresponding to the type of the normal hit symbol that is stopped and displayed. The opening / closing mode determination table is changed according to the gaming state (non-entrance rate improvement state, first entrance rate improvement state, second entrance rate improvement state).

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 10, in the non-entrance rate improvement state, the open / close mode determination table TC for the non-entry rate improvement state is referred to. When the opening / closing mode determination table TC is referenced, the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P1 of the first opening / closing mode regardless of which of the normal winning symbols F1 to F3 is stopped.

  In the first entrance rate improvement state, the opening / closing mode determination table TA for the first entrance rate improvement state is referred to. When the opening / closing mode determination table TA is referred to, when the normal hit symbol F1 or the normal hit symbol F3 is stopped and displayed, the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the release pattern P2 of the second opening / closing mode, and the normal hit symbol F2 is displayed. When the stop display is made, the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P3 in the third opening / closing mode.

  In the second entrance rate improvement state, the opening / closing mode determination table TB for the second entrance rate improvement state is referred to. Then, when the opening / closing mode determination table TB is referred to, when the normal winning symbol F1 is stopped and displayed, the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the release pattern P4 of the fourth opening / closing mode, and the normal winning symbol F2 is stopped and displayed. When the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P3 in the third opening / closing mode and the normal winning symbol F3 is stopped and displayed, the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P5 in the fifth opening / closing mode.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 7B, the operation mode of the sorting shutter 41 includes a gaming state (non-entrance rate improvement state, first entrance rate improvement state, second entrance rate improvement state) Regardless of the open / close mode determination table to be referred to, the same operation mode (operation pattern) is used so that the first position and the second position can be taken. In other words, in the normal hit game, one type of operation pattern (distribution pattern) is used regardless of the game state at that time (non-entrance rate improvement state, first entrance rate improvement state, second entrance rate improvement state). ), The sorting shutter 41 operates. In the present embodiment, the opening patterns of the plurality of types of opening / closing pieces 16 and the operation mode of the one type of sorting shutter 41 are controlled with the same time as the upper limit. Further, in the present embodiment, when the upper limit number of game balls enter the ordinary electric winning opening 15, the opening / closing control is ended even during the opening / closing control of the opening / closing piece 16 and the sorting shutter 41.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 11, regardless of the gaming state and the open / closed mode determination table referred to, the sorting shutter 41 starts from the first position at the timing indicated by the symbol T0 at which the normal hit game starts. Operates in 2 positions. Then, the sorting shutter 41 operates from the second position to the first position at the timing indicated by the reference symbol T1 when the time Ta (40 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by the reference symbol T0, and the time Tb (700 ms) from the timing indicated by the reference symbol T1. At the timing indicated by the reference symbol T2, the first position is moved to the second position. Subsequently, the distribution shutter 41 operates from the second position to the first position at the timing indicated by the reference T3 when the time Tc (4224 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by the reference T2, and the normal hit game starts from the timing indicated by the reference T3. The first position is maintained until the timing indicated by reference numeral T4 when the process ends. When the normal hit game ends, the sorting shutter 41 operates to the first position regardless of the position, and the first position is maintained thereafter.

  On the other hand, when the normal hit is achieved in the non-entrance rate improving state, in the normal hit game, even if any of the normal hit symbols F1 to F3 is stopped and displayed, as shown in FIG. Operates in the opening pattern P1 in the first opening / closing mode. In this case, as shown in FIG. 11, the opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the open state at the timing indicated by the symbol T0, which is the start of the normal hit game. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by the symbol T1 when the time Ta (40 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by the symbol T0, and the closed state is maintained thereafter.

  When the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the first opening / closing mode as described above, a game ball can enter the normal winning opening 15a from the timing indicated by the symbol T0 to the timing indicated by the symbol T1, but otherwise, the normal winning award. A game ball does not enter the mouth 15a. In this embodiment, since 40 ms is defined as the time Ta, the game ball may not pass through any of the operation trigger areas 15b and 15c without entering the normal electric winning opening 15. High nature. This is because the game ball is fired at intervals of 0.6 seconds, and at least one second is required until it reaches the normal winning opening 15a after being launched. It is extremely short and difficult. Therefore, in the non-entry rate improvement state, the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the first opening / closing mode, so that it is difficult to enter the normal winning opening 15a, and the first non-electric winning opening 21a or the second non-electric winning opening 22a There is a high possibility that it will not be opened. For this reason, there is a low possibility that the game ball will enter the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a or the second non-electric prize winning opening 22a and the first variation game or the second variation game will be executed. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the opening pattern P1 in the first opening / closing mode is a third pattern in which it is difficult for the normal winning opening 15a to enter the ball (the gaming ball is unlikely to pass through the first operation trigger region and the second operation trigger region). Equivalent to.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 9, when the normal hit is achieved in the first entrance rate improvement state, the normal hit symbol F1 or the normal hit symbol F3 is stopped and displayed with a much higher probability than the normal hit symbol F2. The When the normal hit symbol F1 or the normal hit symbol F3 is stopped and displayed as a normal hit in the first entrance rate improvement state, as shown in FIG. 10, the opening pattern P2 of the second opening / closing mode is determined. . Therefore, when the normal hit game is achieved in the first entrance rate improvement state, the opening / closing piece 16 is very likely to operate in the opening pattern P2 in the second opening / closing mode.

  When operating in the opening / closing pattern P2 in the second opening / closing mode, as shown in FIG. 11, the opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the opened state at the timing indicated by the symbol T0 that is the start of the normal hit game. Then, the opening / closing piece 16 operates from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by reference symbol T21 when the time Td (300 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference symbol T0, and thereafter the closed state is maintained.

  Thus, when the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the second opening / closing mode, the game ball can enter the normal winning opening 15a from the timing indicated by the symbol T0 to the timing indicated by the symbol T21. A game ball does not enter the winning opening 15a. In addition, since 300 ms is prescribed | regulated as time Td in this embodiment, a game ball can enter the normal winning opening 15a. Further, during the period (first period) from the timing indicated by reference numeral T1 when the opening / closing piece 16 is in the open state to the timing indicated by reference numeral T21, the distribution shutter 41 is disposed at the first position. There is a high possibility that the game ball that has entered the ball 15a passes through the first operation opportunity region 15b. Accordingly, since the possibility that the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the second opening / closing mode is extremely high in the first winning rate improvement state, it is easier to play the game ball in the normal winning opening 15a than in the non-entry rate improving state. Further, when a game ball enters the normal winning opening 15a, the first non-electric winning opening 21a tends to be in an open state. For this reason, in the 1st entrance rate improvement state, the 1st change game is easy to be executed based on the entrance of the game ball to the 1st non-electrical prize winning opening 21a. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the opening pattern P2 in the second opening / closing mode corresponds to the first pattern that makes it easier for the game ball to pass through the first operation trigger area.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 9, when the normal hit is achieved in the second entrance rate improving state, the normal hit symbol F1 to the normal hit symbol F3 can be stopped and displayed with substantially the same probability. As shown in FIG. 10, when the normal winning symbol F1 is stopped and displayed, the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P4 in the fourth opening / closing mode during the normal winning game. When the normal hit symbol F2 is stopped and displayed, during the normal hit game, the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P3 in the third opening / closing mode. When the normal hit symbol F3 is stopped and displayed, during the normal hit game, the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P5 of the fifth opening / closing mode.

Here, the case where the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P3 of the third opening / closing mode will be described.
As shown in FIG. 12, when the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P3 in the third opening / closing mode, the opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the opened state at the timing indicated by the symbol T0 which is the start of the normal hit game. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T11 when the time Tf (24 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T0. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the open state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T12 when the time Tg (660 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T11. Then, it operates from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by reference symbol T13 when the time Tf (24 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference symbol T12. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the open state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T15 when the time Th (1200 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T13.

Subsequently, the closed state is maintained from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by the symbol T17 when the time Ti (660 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by the symbol T15.
When the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the third opening / closing mode as described above, the game ball can enter the normal winning opening 15a mainly at the timing indicated by reference numeral T17 from the timing indicated by reference numeral T15. A game ball does not enter the ordinary electric winning opening 15 or is extremely difficult to enter. In other words, even if the opening / closing piece 16 is in the open state, it opens for only a short time Tf (24 ms), and it is extremely difficult to enter the ball aiming at this timing. The distribution shutter 41 is in the second position during a period (second period) from the timing indicated by reference numeral T15 in which the opening / closing piece 16 may be in the open state to the timing indicated by reference numeral T17. For this reason, when the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the third opening / closing mode, there is a high possibility that the game ball that has entered the normal winning opening 15a passes through the second operation opportunity region 15c. Therefore, when the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the third opening / closing mode in the second entrance rate improvement state, it is easy for the game ball to enter the normal winning port 15a, and when the game ball enters the normal winning port 15a, 2 The non-electric prize winning opening 22a is likely to be in an open state. For this reason, when the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the third opening / closing mode during the second entrance rate improvement state, the second variation game is likely to be executed based on the entering of the game ball into the second non-electrical winning opening 22a. .

Next, the case where the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P4 of the fourth opening / closing mode will be described.
When the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P4 of the fourth opening / closing mode, the opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the opened state at the timing indicated by the symbol T0 which is the start of the normal hit game. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T11 when the time Tf (24 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T0. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the open state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T12 when the time Tg (660 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T11. Subsequently, the opening / closing piece 16 operates from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T13 when the time Tf (24 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T12. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the open state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T15 when the time Th (1200 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T13.

  Subsequently, the opening / closing piece 16 operates from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by the symbol T16 when the time Tf (24 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by the symbol T15. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the open state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T18 when the time Th (1200 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T16. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T19 when a time Tj (800 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T18, and thereafter the closed state is maintained.

  When the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the fourth opening / closing mode in this manner, the game ball can be entered into the normal winning opening 15a mainly from the timing indicated by the reference symbol T18 to the timing indicated by the reference symbol T19. A game ball does not enter the ordinary electric winning opening 15 or is extremely difficult to enter. In other words, even if the opening / closing piece 16 is in the open state, it opens for only a short time Tf (24 ms), and it is extremely difficult to enter the ball aiming at this timing. The distribution shutter 41 is in the second position during the period (second period) from the timing indicated by reference numeral T18 in which the opening / closing piece 16 may be open to the timing indicated by reference numeral T19. For this reason, when the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the fourth opening / closing mode, there is a high possibility that the game ball that has entered the normal winning opening 15a passes through the second operation opportunity area 15c. Therefore, when the open / close piece 16 operates in the fourth opening / closing mode during the second winning rate improvement state, it is easier for the game ball to enter the normal winning opening 15a than in the non-entry rate improving state, When a game ball enters 15a, the second non-electric prize winning port 22a is likely to be in an open state. For this reason, when the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the fourth opening / closing mode during the second pitching rate improvement state, the second variation game is likely to be executed based on the entering of the game ball into the second non-electrical winning opening 22a. .

Next, the case where the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P5 of the fifth opening / closing mode will be described.
When the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the opening pattern P5 in the fifth opening / closing mode, the opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the opened state at the timing indicated by the symbol T0 which is the start of the normal hit game. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T11 when the time Tf (24 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T0. The opening / closing piece 16 operates from the closed state to the open state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T12 when the time Tg (660 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T11. Subsequently, the opening / closing piece 16 operates from the open state to the closed state at the timing indicated by reference numeral T14 when the time Tk (360 ms) has elapsed from the timing indicated by reference numeral T12, and thereafter the closed state is maintained.

  When the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the fifth opening / closing mode as described above, the game ball can enter the normal winning opening 15a from the timing indicated by the reference symbol T12 to the timing indicated by the reference symbol T14. A game ball does not enter the ordinary electric winning opening 15 or is extremely difficult to enter. In other words, even if the opening / closing piece 16 is in the open state, it opens for only a short time Tf (24 ms), and it is extremely difficult to enter the ball aiming at this timing. The distribution shutter 41 is in the first position during the period (first period) from the timing indicated by reference numeral T12 in which the opening / closing piece 16 may be in the open state to the time indicated by reference numeral T2. The distribution shutter 41 is in the second position during the period (second period) from the timing indicated by reference numeral T2 in which the opening / closing piece 16 may be open to the time indicated by reference numeral T14. The period (304 ms) from the timing indicated by reference numeral T2 to the time indicated by reference numeral T14 is longer than the period (56 ms) from the timing indicated by reference numeral T12 to the time indicated by reference numeral T2. For this reason, when the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the fifth opening / closing mode, the game ball that has entered the normal winning opening 15a has the second operation opportunity area 15c compared with the possibility of passing through the first operation opportunity area 15b. There is a high probability of passing. Accordingly, when the open / close piece 16 operates in the fifth opening / closing mode during the second winning rate improvement state, the game ball is easier to enter the normal winning opening 15a than in the non-entry rate improving state, and the normal winning opening When a game ball enters 15a, the second non-electric prize winning port 22a is likely to be in an open state. For this reason, when the opening / closing piece 16 operates in the fifth opening / closing mode during the second pitching rate improvement state, the second variation game is likely to be executed based on the entering of the game ball into the second non-electrical winning opening 22a. .

  As described above, the second non-electrical prize winning opening 22a is likely to be in the open state in any of the opening / closing manners in the second entrance rate improvement state, regardless of the opening / closing piece 16 operating. For this reason, the second variation game is likely to be executed based on the entry of the game ball into the second non-electrical winning opening 22a during the second entry rate improvement state. Accordingly, in the present embodiment, the opening pattern P3 in the third opening / closing mode and the opening pattern P5 in the fifth opening / closing mode correspond to the second pattern in which the game ball easily passes through the second operation trigger area.

  As described above, when the normal hit is won and the normal hit game is started, the open / close piece 16 is controlled to be in the open state and the sorting shutter 41 is in the first position during the first entrance rate improvement state. The first period is easily set for a long time. For this reason, when the game ball enters the normal winning opening 15a during the first winning rate improvement state, the gaming ball is guided to the first operation opportunity area 15b, and the game ball is directed to the first non-electric start starting winning opening 21. The possibility of entering the ball is increased. Then, when a game ball enters the first non-electric start start winning opening 21, the first variation game is executed in that case.

  On the other hand, during the second entrance rate improvement state, the opening / closing piece 16 is controlled to the open state, and the second period in which the sorting shutter 41 is in the second position is easily set for a long period of time. For this reason, when the game ball enters the normal winning opening 15a in the second winning rate improvement state, the gaming ball is guided to the second operation opportunity area 15c, and the game ball is supplied to the second non-electric start starting winning opening 22. The possibility of entering the ball is increased. Then, when a game ball enters the second non-electric start start winning opening 22, in this case, the second variation game is executed.

  In the first entrance rate improvement state, it is highly likely that the sorting shutter 41 is operated in a predetermined sorting manner and the opening / closing piece 16 is operated in the second opening / closing manner. For this reason, the main control CPU 30a according to the present embodiment can provide the first entrance rate improvement state in which the entrance probability of the game ball to the first non-electrical winning opening 21a is higher than usual. It becomes 1 entrance rate improvement state giving means. Further, in the second entrance rate improvement state, the sorting shutter 41 is operated in a predetermined sorting mode, and the opening / closing piece 16 is operated in the third opening / closing mode to the fifth opening / closing mode. For this reason, the main control CPU 30a according to the present embodiment can provide the second entrance rate improvement state in which the probability of entering the game ball into the second non-electrical winning opening 22a is higher than usual. It becomes 2 entrance rate improvement state giving means. Similarly, the main control CPU 30a functions as an entrance rate improvement state control means capable of setting an entrance rate improvement state. In addition, the main control CPU 30a has a first entry rate improvement state (first special state) in which the first variation game is easily executed and a second entry rate improvement state (second special state) in which the second variation game is easily executed. It functions as a special state control means that can set the state).

  Here, the transition of the gaming state will be described below with reference to FIG. The gaming state can be roughly classified into a non-entrance rate improvement state, a first entrance rate improvement state, and a second entrance rate improvement state. In the non-entry rate improvement state, it is more difficult for the game ball to enter the normal winning port 15a of the normal electric winning port 15 than in the improved entrance rate state. For this reason, a game in which a game ball is entered into the first winning opening 14a of the first starting winning opening 14 and so-called left-handed so as to win a big hit in the first variation game is performed. In this case, when the first variable game is easy to be executed and a big hit is achieved, a big hit game with a prescribed round number of “12” and a real round number of “4” is awarded. The term “substantial round” refers to a round game in which the opening time of the large winning opening 18a sufficient for entering the upper limit number of gaming balls can be taken. In this embodiment, the large winning opening 18a has 25. A round game that is open for seconds. In the present embodiment, when the probability variation state is given, the entry rate improvement state is given until the next time, so the non-probability variation state is determined in the non-entrance rate improvement state.

  Further, since the opening / closing piece 16 is more likely to be operated in the second opening / closing mode in the first winning rate improving state, the game ball is placed in the normal winning port 15a of the normal electric winning port 15 than in the non-increasing rate increasing state. Easy to enter. For this reason, in the 1st entrance rate improvement state, the game which performs what is called right-handed is performed. As a result, when the game ball passes through the operation gate 19 and the opening / closing piece 16 is in the open state, the game ball can easily enter the normal winning opening 15a. Thereafter, when a game ball enters the normal winning opening 15a, it is highly likely that the sorting shutter 41 is operated in a predetermined distribution mode as described above and the opening / closing piece 16 is operated in the second opening / closing mode. Therefore, it is easy for the game ball to pass through the first operation opportunity area 15b. And if a game ball passes the 1st operation opportunity area | region 15b, the 1st non-electric start winning opening 21 will be in an open state. In this state, it is easy to make the game ball enter the first non-electric start start winning opening 21, that is, the first variation game is easily executed. Therefore, in the first entrance rate improvement state, the first variable game is easy to be executed, and when the big hit is achieved, the big number of the specified round is “12” and the real number of rounds is “4”. A game is awarded. In the present embodiment, it is determined that the probability variation state is given in the first entrance rate improvement state.

  Further, in the second increased winning rate state, the open / close piece 16 is operated in the third open / close mode to the fifth open / closed mode. Therefore, it is easier for the game ball to enter the normal winning opening 15a than in the non-entry rate improved state. For this reason, in the second entry rate improvement state, a game in which a so-called right strike is made is performed. As a result, when the game ball passes through the operation gate 19 and the opening / closing piece 16 is in the open state, the game ball can easily enter the normal winning opening 15a. Thereafter, when a game ball enters the normal winning opening 15a, the distribution shutter 41 is operated in a predetermined distribution mode as described above, and the open / close piece 16 is operated in the third open / close mode to the fifth open / close mode. Therefore, it is easy for the game ball to pass through the second operation opportunity area 15c. Then, when a game ball enters the second operation opportunity area 15c, the second non-electric start winning opening 22 is opened. In this state, it is easy to make the game ball enter the second non-electric start start winning opening 22, that is, the second variation game is easily executed. Therefore, in the second entry rate improvement state, the second variable game is easy to be executed, and when the big hit is, the big hit game with the prescribed round number and the actual round number being “15” or the prescribed round number is “ A big hit game with “2 times” and a real round number of “0” is awarded.

  As shown in FIG. 8, when the second variable game is a big hit, there is a high probability that a big hit game with the prescribed number of rounds and the actual number of rounds being “15” is awarded. In the present embodiment, since the second entrance rate improvement state can be provided regardless of whether or not the probability change state is provided, the probability change state is assigned in the second entrance rate improvement state. There is a possibility (may not be granted).

  In this way, there are a ball entry rate improvement state and a non-ball entry rate improvement state, and even when the ball entry rate improvement state is given in the same manner, the player entered the normal electric winning opening 15. Different games are provided depending on whether the game ball is in the first entry rate improvement state that is easy to pass through the first operation opportunity region 15b or the second entry rate improvement state that is easy to pass through the second operation opportunity region 15c can do. In addition, as a gaming state in this embodiment, from the combination of the entrance rate improvement state and the probability change state, the non-entry rate improvement state, the first entrance rate improvement state and the probability change state, and the second entrance rate improvement It is classified into four types: a state and a non-probability change state, a second entrance rate improvement state and a probability change state.

  Further, in the non-entrance rate improvement state and the first entrance rate improvement state, the first variation game is more likely to be executed than the second variation game. Then, when a big hit is made in the first variation game, the state shifts to the second entrance rate improved state with a probability of 50% and to the first entrance rate improved state with a probability of 50%. And if it transfers to a 1st entrance rate improvement state, an entrance rate improvement state and a probability change state will be provided until next time. Note that when the big hit is made in the first variation game, the second entrance rate improvement state and the non-probability change state are established with a probability of 17%, and the second entrance rate improvement state and the probability change state are established with a probability of 33%.

  On the other hand, in the second entrance rate improvement state, the second variation game is likely to be executed. And if it is a big hit in the 2nd variation game, it will be in the 2nd entrance rate improvement state with a probability of 100%. In the case of a big hit in the second variation game, the entrance rate improvement state and the probability change state are given until the next time with a probability of 83%. On the other hand, in the case of a big win in the second variation game, until the special symbol variation game is executed a predetermined number of times with a probability of the remaining 17% (the total number of executions of the first variation game and the second variation game is Only the second entrance rate improvement state is given, and the probability variation state is not given (until the predetermined number of times (seven times)). In addition, when the probability variation state is not given and only the second entry rate improvement state is given, when the special symbol variation game is executed a predetermined number of times (that is, the second entry rate improvement state ends) ) To move to a non-entrance rate improvement state.

  As described above, in the non-entrance rate improvement state and the first entrance rate improvement state, the first entrance rate improvement state is shifted to the first entrance rate improvement state with a higher probability than in the second entrance rate improvement state. In the two-entry rate improvement state, the transition to the second-entry rate improvement state is made with a higher probability than in the non-entry rate improvement state or the first entry rate improvement state. That is, in the second entrance rate improvement state, the second entrance rate improvement state is maintained rather than shifting from the non-entrance rate improvement state and the first entrance rate improvement state to the second entrance rate improvement state (so-called "Renso") is easy to do, and there is a high possibility that many balls will be obtained continuously. In addition, in the second entering rate improvement state, when the predetermined number of times of the variable game is finished and the transition is made to the non-entry rate improving state, the probability changing state is not given and the gaming state is maintained. If it is, it is determined that the probability variation state is given.

  In this way, while the non-entry rate improvement state is won and the jackpot is won to shift to the first entrance rate improvement state and the decrease of the game balls is suppressed, the first entrance rate improvement state is given. It is a realistic flow of the game that can get a lot of balls to win the big hit and shift to the second entry rate improvement state. Of course, while there may be a direct transition from the non-entrance rate improvement state to the second entrance rate improvement state, in the second entrance rate improvement state, a predetermined number of symbols without winning a big hit In some cases, the floating game is ended and the state of improving the entrance rate is shifted to the non-entrance rate improvement state.

  In the second variation game, it is defined that the second entry rate improvement state is more easily given after the big hit game is finished, as compared with the first variation game. In particular, the first variation game and the second variation game are defined such that the probability variation state and the entrance rate improvement state are given after the jackpot game with the same probability. However, in the second variation game, Compared to the one-variable game, it is defined that the second entrance rate improvement state and the probability variation state are more easily given after the big hit game ends. As described above, in the first variation game and the second variation game, the second variation game is more advantageous than the first variation game with respect to the gaming state after the end of the big hit game.

  On the other hand, in the 2nd entrance rate improvement state, the probability variation state is not given, and the upper limit number of times of the 2nd entrance rate improvement state may be defined. In this case, it will transfer to a non-entrance rate improvement state with the completion | finish of a 2nd entrance rate improvement state. Therefore, in the 2nd entrance rate improvement state, unlike the 1st entrance rate improvement state, there is a possibility of shifting to the non-entrance rate improvement state.

Next, the control configuration of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG.
A main control board 30 is disposed on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment. The main control board 30 executes various processes and outputs various control signals (control commands) corresponding to the processing results. An effect control board 31 is disposed on the back side of the machine. The effect control board 31 controls the display mode (design images, various background images, display images of characters, characters, etc.) of the effect display device 11 based on the control signal (control command) output from the main control board 30.

  The main control board 30 has a main control CPU 30a for executing control operations in a predetermined procedure, a main control ROM 30b for storing a main control program for the main control CPU 30a, and a main control capable of writing and reading necessary data. A RAM 30c is provided. The main control CPU 30a is connected such that various switches SW1 to SW8 can detect and output detection signals of the game balls. The main control CPU 30a includes a first special symbol display device 12a, a second special symbol display device 12b, a first special symbol hold display device 13a, a second special symbol hold display device 13b, a normal symbol display device 20, An actuator ACT1 for an electric accessory, an actuator ACT2 for a sorting shutter, and an actuator ACT3 for a special prize opening are connected.

  Further, the main control CPU 30a updates the values of various random numbers such as a hit determination random number, a special figure distribution random number, a reach determination random number, a normal hit determination random number, and a common figure distribution random number every predetermined cycle. Random number update processing (random number generation processing) to be executed. The random number for winning determination is a random number used in the big hit lottery (big hit determination). The special figure distribution random number is a random number used in determining a special figure that becomes a big hit symbol. The reach determination random number is a random number used in the reach lottery for determining whether or not a reach state is to be formed in the case of not winning the big win in the big win lottery. The normal hit determination random number is a random number used in the normal hit lottery (normal hit determination). The common map distribution random number is a random number used in determining a general figure that is a normal winning symbol. The main control RAM 30c stores (sets) various pieces of information (random numbers, timer values, flags, etc.) that are appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine. For example, the main control RAM 30c stores a normal hit determination random number used for determining whether or not the normal game is a normal win.

  The main control ROM 30b stores a main control program and various determination values (such as a big hit determination value, a normal hit determination value, and a reach determination value). The big hit determination value is a determination value used in the big hit lottery and is determined from numerical values that can be taken by the random numbers for the hit determination. The reach determination value is a determination value used in an internal lottery for determining whether or not a reach state is to be formed when determining a loss, and is determined from numerical values that can be taken by a random number for reach determination. The normal hit determination value is a determination value used in the normal hit lottery, and is determined from numerical values that the normal hit determination random number can take.

  The main control ROM 30b stores a plurality of types of variation patterns. The variation pattern can specify at least the variation time (effect time) of the variation game (first variation game or second variation game). In the present embodiment, the plurality of types of variation patterns can be classified into jackpot variation variation patterns, outlier reach variation variation patterns, and outlier variation variation patterns. The big hit variation is a change performed when it is determined that the big hit game is awarded, and the effect display device 11 is developed so that the variable game finally stops and displays the big hit symbol through the reach effect. Production is performed. The loss reach fluctuation is a change that is performed when it is determined that the big hit game is not given, and the effect display device 11 develops the change game so as to finally stop and display the lost symbols through the reach effect. Production is performed. The loss variation is a variation that is performed when it is determined that the big hit game is not given, and the effect display device 11 is developed so that the change game finally stops and displays the symbols without going through the reach effect. Production is performed. The variation pattern is defined so that the variation pattern in the first variation game and the variation pattern in the second variation game can be specified.

  The effect control board 31 includes an effect control CPU 31a that executes control operations in a predetermined procedure, an effect control ROM 31b that stores an effect control program of the effect control CPU 31a, and effect control that can write and read necessary data. A RAM 31c is provided. The effect control ROM 31b stores various image data (image data such as symbols, various background images, characters, characters, etc.). Various information (random values, timer values, flags, etc.) that are appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine is stored (set) in the effect control RAM 31c. The effect display device 11 is connected to the effect control CPU 31a. When the various control commands are input, the effect control CPU 31a executes various controls based on the display control program.

  Next, various processes such as a special symbol input process and a special symbol start process executed by the main control CPU 30a of the main control board 30 based on the main control program will be described below. In the present embodiment, the main control CPU 30a executes various processes every predetermined control cycle (4 ms in the present embodiment). In the present embodiment, the main control CPU 30a that executes various processes described below functions as a jackpot granting unit.

First, the special symbol input process will be described below.
First, the main control CPU 30a determines whether the first start winning port 14 or the first non-electric start based on whether or not a detection signal is input from the first start port switch SW1 or the first non-electric start port switch SW2. It is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the winning opening 21. When the determination result is affirmative, the main control CPU 30a determines whether or not the first reserved storage number stored in the main control RAM 30c is less than the upper limit number “4”. When the first reserved memory number is less than “4”, the main control CPU 30a adds “1” to the first reserved memory number. The main control CPU 30a that has updated the first reserved memory number (added “1”) controls the display content of the first special symbol hold display device 13a so as to display the updated (after addition) first reserved memory number. To do. Next, the main control CPU 30a reads and obtains various random number values (such as the hit determination random number value in the present embodiment) from the main control RAM 30c, and acquires the values from the main control corresponding to the first reserved memory number. To a predetermined storage area of the RAM 30c. At that time, it is stored so that the stored order can be specified. Thereafter, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol input process.

  On the other hand, if the above determination is negative, the main control CPU 30a enters the second non-electric start winning prize port 22 based on whether or not a detection signal is input from the second non-electric start port switch SW3. It is determined whether or not the ball has entered. When this determination result is affirmative, the main control CPU 30a determines whether or not the second reserved storage number stored in the main control RAM 30c is less than the upper limit number “4”. When the second reserved memory number is not less than “4”, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol input process. On the other hand, when the second reserved memory number is less than “4”, the main control CPU 30a adds “1” to the second reserved memory number. The main control CPU 30a that has updated the second reserved memory number (added “1”) controls the display content of the second special symbol hold display device 13b to display the updated second updated memory number (after addition). To do. Next, the main control CPU 30a reads out and acquires various random number values (in this embodiment, such as a hit determination random number value) from the main control RAM 30c, and acquires the value from the main control corresponding to the second reserved memory number. To a predetermined storage area of the RAM 30c. At that time, it is stored so that the stored order can be specified. Thereafter, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol input process.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when the first start port switch SW1 or the first non-electric start port switch SW2 detects a game ball, the first reserved memory number does not reach the upper limit value. The start condition for the first variation game is established, and information (random number value or the like) for executing the first variation game is stored. Similarly, when the second non-electric start port switch SW3 detects a game ball and the second reserved memory number does not reach the upper limit value, the start condition for the second variable game is established, Information for executing the two-variable game (random number or the like) is stored. In addition, the main control CPU 30a of the present embodiment functions as a first starter that can give a start condition for the first variation game. The main control CPU 30a of the present embodiment functions as second starting means that can give the starting condition for the second variable game.

Next, the special symbol start process will be described below.
First, the main control CPU 30a determines whether or not a variable game is being executed or whether or not a big hit game is being played. If this determination result is affirmative (during a variable game or a big hit game), the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process.

  On the other hand, if this determination result is negative (not in a variable game and not in a big hit game), the main control CPU 30a has the second reserved memory number stored in the main control RAM 30c “0”. The second hold determination process for determining whether or not the value is larger than the threshold value is executed. When the second reserved memory number is “1” or more, the second special symbol hold display device 13b is displayed so that the second reserved memory number is decremented by “1” and the second reserved memory number after the update (after subtraction) is displayed. Controls the display content of. Then, the main control CPU 30a executes a second jackpot determination process.

  On the other hand, when the second reserved memory number is “0”, the main control CPU 30a determines whether or not the first reserved memory number stored in the main control RAM 30c is larger than “0”. The first hold determination process is executed. When the first reserved memory number is “1” or more, the first special symbol hold display device 13a is displayed so that the first reserved memory number is decremented by “1” and the updated (after subtraction) first reserved memory number is displayed. Controls the display content of. Then, the main control CPU 30a executes a first big hit determination process.

  As described above, when both the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are “1” or more, the main control CPU 30a plays the second variation game by giving priority to the second big hit determination process. It will be executed preferentially.

  In the first jackpot determination process, the main control CPU 30a reads various random number values stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 30c in association with the first reserved storage number. Specifically, the main control CPU 30a determines the random number value (per win) related to the first variable game executed first in accordance with the acquisition order among the random value values related to the first variable game (used for the first variable game). A random number for determination, a random number for reach determination, a special figure distribution random number value, etc.). That is, the random number value that is the earliest acquired random number value that is related to the first variable game and that has not yet been used to execute the first variable game is acquired. Subsequently, the main control CPU 30a compares the read hit determination random number value with the jackpot determination value based on the probability variation flag, and determines whether or not both values match. In this embodiment, the main control CPU 30a determines the winning probability of the big hit of the variable game (the first variable game and the second variable game) in the low probability state in the non-probability variable state and in the high probability state in the probability change state. Judgment will be made. This probability variation flag is a flag indicating whether or not the probability variation state.

  When the determination result of this big hit determination is affirmative, the main control CPU 30a sets a big hit flag indicating that it is a variable game that is a big hit in the main control RAM 30c, and executes the first variable game for executing the big game that is a big hit. The big hit hour fluctuation process is executed. In the first big hit time variation process, the main control CPU 30a as a special figure (final stop symbol) to be stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a based on the value of the special figure distribution random number read from the main control RAM 30c. The jackpot symbol is determined, and the type of jackpot corresponding to the jackpot symbol is determined. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the main control CPU 30a serves as a big hit determining means for determining the type of big hit.

  Subsequently, the main control CPU 30a selects and determines one of the big hit fluctuation patterns based on various information such as the probability change flag and the operation flag. The probability variation flag is a flag indicating the presence or absence of a probability variation state. The operation flag is a flag indicating whether the first entrance rate improvement state, the second entrance rate improvement state, or the non-entrance rate improvement state. Thereafter, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process.

  On the other hand, when the determination result of the jackpot determination is negative, the main control CPU 30a compares the read reach determination random number value with the reach determination value, and determines whether or not both values match. . In addition, as the reach determination value, a different value is mainly determined depending on whether or not the probability variation state or the entrance rate improvement state is given, the number of reserved memories after the subtraction, etc., and whether or not to execute the reach effect The probability of determining whether may be different.

  If the determination result of the reach determination is affirmative, the main control CPU 30a has won the reach determination, and therefore executes a first reach variation process for executing a variable game that causes a variation in reach reach. In the first reach time variation process, the main control CPU 30a determines a special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a, and based on various information such as a probability variation flag and an operation flag, the deviation reach variation. Select one of the fluctuation patterns for use and decide. Thereafter, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process.

  On the other hand, when the determination result of the reach determination is negative, the main control CPU 30a does not win the reach determination, and therefore executes the first shift variation process for executing the variable game that causes the shift variation. . In the first deviation variation process, the main control CPU 30a determines a deviation symbol as a special figure to be stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 12a. Subsequently, the main control CPU 30a selects and determines one of the variation patterns for deviation variation based on various information such as the probability variation flag and the operation flag. Thereafter, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process.

  On the other hand, in the second jackpot determination process, the main control CPU 30a reads various random number values stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 30c in association with the second reserved storage number. Specifically, the main control CPU 30a selects a random number value related to the second variable game that is executed earliest in accordance with the acquisition order among the random value values related to the second variable game (used for the second variable game). A random number for determination, a random number for reach determination, a special figure distribution random number value, etc.). That is, the random number value that is the earliest acquired random number value that is related to the second variable game and that has not yet been used to execute the second variable game is acquired. Subsequently, the main control CPU 30a compares the read hit determination random number value with the jackpot determination value, and determines whether or not both values match.

  If the determination result of the big hit determination is affirmative, the main control CPU 30a sets a big hit flag indicating that the game is a variable game that is a big hit in the main control RAM 30c, and executes a second game for executing the variable game that is a big hit. The big hit hour fluctuation process is executed. In the second big hit time variation process, the main control CPU 30a determines a big hit symbol as a special symbol (final stop symbol) to be stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b based on the value of the read special symbol distribution random number. The type of jackpot corresponding to the jackpot symbol is determined. Subsequently, the main control CPU 30a selects and determines one of the big hit fluctuation patterns based on various information such as the probability change flag and the operation flag, as in the first big hit fluctuation process. Thereafter, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process.

  On the other hand, when the determination result of the jackpot determination is negative, the main control CPU 30a compares the read reach determination random number value with the reach determination value, and determines whether or not both values match. .

  If the determination result of the reach determination is affirmative, the main control CPU 30a has won the reach determination, and therefore executes a second reach variation process for executing a variable game that results in a loss reach fluctuation. In the second reach variation processing, the main control CPU 30a determines a special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b, and the variation of the deviation reach based on various information such as a probability variation flag and an operation flag. Select one of the fluctuation patterns for use and decide. Thereafter, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process.

  On the other hand, if the determination result of the reach determination is negative, the main control CPU 30a has not won the reach determination, and therefore executes the second shift variation process for executing the variable game that causes the shift variation. . In the second deviation variation process, the main control CPU 30a determines a deviation symbol as a special figure to be stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 12b. Subsequently, the main control CPU 30a selects and determines one of the variation patterns for deviation variation based on various information such as the probability variation flag and the operation flag. Thereafter, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process.

  Thereafter, in a process different from the special symbol start process, the main control CPU 30a sends a control command generated according to the determined items determined in the special symbol start process to the effect control board 31 (effect control CPU 31a) at a predetermined timing. Output. Specifically, the main control CPU 30a first outputs a variation pattern designation command instructing the variation pattern and instructing the start of the variation game at the start of the variation game. Further, the main control CPU 30a outputs a special figure designation command for designating a special figure, after outputting the variation pattern designation command. Further, the main control CPU 30a outputs an all symbols stop command to the effect control board 31 when displaying a special figure stop.

  When the main control CPU 30a wins the big win, after the first fluctuation game or the second fluctuation game based on the decided fluctuation pattern, the main control CPU 30a starts controlling the type of jackpot game specified based on the final stop symbol, A predetermined control command is output at a predetermined timing to the CPU 31a for effect control on the effect control board 31. When the first variation game or the second variation game is completed, the main control CPU 30a outputs an opening command. The main control CPU 30a outputs a round command every time a round starts. The main control CPU 30a outputs an ending command after the interval time has elapsed when the round game of the last round is completed. Then, after the ending time has elapsed, the main control CPU 30a clears the jackpot flag and ends the jackpot game. The main control CPU 30a outputs an opening signal when opening the big winning device 18, and outputs a closing signal when closing the big winning device 18. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the main control CPU 30a serves as a jackpot game granting means for granting a jackpot game.

  In addition, the main control CPU 30a performs control relating to the probability change state and gaming state relating to the improved entrance rate by controlling the probability change flag, the operation flag, or the number of operations. Specifically, the main control CPU 30a clears the probability variation flag, the operation flag, and the number of operations (sets “0”) at the start of the big hit game, regardless of the type of the big hit game. This number of operations is a counter for counting the number of times that the entrance rate improvement state is given.

  Further, the main control CPU 30a sets a probability variation flag when giving a probability variation state after the end of the big hit game, while clearing the probability variation flag when not giving a certain probability variation state (no value is set). . As described above, the main control CPU 30a of the present embodiment functions as a state control means that can control the winning probability that the special symbol variation game is a big hit from the low probability state to the high probability state.

  Further, the main control CPU 30a, after the end of the big hit game, assigns the first entry rate improvement state, the second entry rate improvement state, or the entrance rate based on the type of the winning big hit. Decide whether or not to give improvement. The main control CPU 30a sets, in the operation flag, a value indicating that the first entrance rate improvement state is to be provided, in the case where the first entrance rate improvement state is provided, and the second entrance rate improvement state. Is given to the operation flag as a value indicating that the second entrance rate improvement state is to be given. On the other hand, the main control CPU 30a clears the operation flag (does not set a value) when not giving the increased entry rate after the big hit game is over. By controlling in this way, the main control CPU 30a determines whether to control in the first entrance rate improvement state, in the second entrance rate improvement state, or in the non-entrance rate improvement state. Will be switched. Then, the main control CPU 30 a outputs a ball entering rate improvement state designation command corresponding to the operation flag to the effect control board 31. The entry rate improvement state designation command is a command indicating whether the first entry rate improvement state is given, whether the second entry rate improvement state is given, or whether the entry rate improvement state is not given. is there.

  In addition, when the entrance rate improvement state is given with the predetermined number of times (7 times in the present embodiment) as the upper limit number of times, the main control CPU 30a sets the value indicating the number of times as the number of operation times as the main control RAM 30c. To a predetermined storage area. Further, the main control CPU 30a subtracts “1” for the number of operations for each variable game (at the end of the variable game), and when the value becomes “0”, clears the operation flag and issues a command to end the entrance rate improvement state. Output to the effect control board 31. This entry rate improvement state end command is a command indicating that the entry rate improvement state has ended. Further, when the entrance rate improvement state is given until the next big hit game occurs, the main control CPU 30a stores data indicating that in the main control RAM 30c.

Next, the normal symbol input process related to the ordinary game will be described below.
In the normal symbol input process, when the main control CPU 30a determines that the game ball has passed through the operation gate 19, the number of the common figure reserved storage stored in the main control RAM 30c is less than the upper limit “4”. It is determined whether or not. If the determination result is affirmative (the number of reserved general memory <4), the main control CPU 30a adds “1” to the number of general reserved memory, and rewrites the number of general reserved memory. Subsequently, the main control CPU 30a reads and obtains the value of the random number for determining normal hits from the main control RAM 30c, and stores the value in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 30c associated with the general-purpose reserved memory number. Set the normal symbol input process. At that time, it is stored so that the acquisition order can be specified.

  Next, the main control CPU 30a executes the following processing every predetermined control cycle (4 ms in the present embodiment). The main control CPU 30a first determines that the read-out number of stored general maps is larger than “0” when the normal map is not being displayed in a variable display, in a normal hit game, or during the variable interval time of the normal game. Then, “1” is subtracted from the usual figure storage number. Then, the main control CPU 30a obtains various random number values such as the normal hit determination random number value stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 30c in association with the usual figure reserved storage number. Specifically, the main control CPU 30a selects a random number value (for the normal hit determination) related to the general game executed first in accordance with the acquisition order among the random values related to the general game (used for the general game). Random numbers, common map random numbers, etc.). That is, the random number value that is the earliest acquired random number value that is related to the ordinary game and that is not yet used to execute the ordinary game is acquired.

  As shown in FIG. 14 (a), the fluctuation interval time of the usual game is a time set after the end of the usual game (that is, after the usual figure is stopped and displayed). When the off-normal symbol is stopped and displayed, the time of 500 ms is set as the variable interval time. When the normal hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the time of 396 ms is set as the variable interval time.

  Then, the main control CPU 30a determines whether or not the acquired normal hit determination random number value matches the normal hit determination value stored in the main control ROM 30b and performs normal hit determination. Then, in the case of a normal hit, the main control CPU 30a finally stops and displays the normal symbol display device 20 out of the normal hit symbols based on the gaming state and the value of the acquired common figure distribution random number. Decide the stop pattern (common figure).

  At this time, as shown in FIG. 9, when the non-entrance rate improvement state or the second entrance rate improvement state is in effect, the main control CPU 30a is determined by lottery from the normal winning symbols F1 to F3. To do. At that time, the normal hit symbol F1 is determined with a probability of 31/101, the normal hit symbol F2 is determined with a probability of 31/101, and the normal hit symbol F3 is determined with a probability of 39/101. Even when the first entrance rate improvement state is in progress, the main control CPU 30a determines the normal winning symbols F1 to F3 by lottery. At that time, the normal hit symbol F1 is determined with a probability of 60/101, the normal hit symbol F2 is determined with a probability of 2/101, and the normal hit symbol F3 is determined with a probability of 39/101.

  Further, when the normal hit is not achieved (they are lost), the main control CPU 30a determines the abnormally lost symbol as the final stop symbol (normal symbol) to be stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 20.

  That is, the main control CPU 30a determines whether or not the normal game is a normal hit due to the establishment of the normal start condition such that the game ball passes through the operation gate 19 and the normal map storage number is less than “4”. It will be determined. In the present embodiment, the main control CPU 30a determines, based on the operation flag, the normal winning probability of the ordinary game in a low probability state in the non-entry rate improvement state and a high probability in the entrance rate improvement state. The normal hit judgment is performed in the state.

  Next, the main control CPU 30a determines a normal fluctuation pattern by lottery. The normal variation pattern determines the effect time of the normal game, and as shown in FIG. 14B, four types of normal variation patterns FP1 to FP4 are prepared in this embodiment. The selection probabilities of the normal variation patterns FP1 to FP4 are changed depending on the gaming state (non-entrance rate improvement state, first entrance rate improvement state, or second entrance rate improvement state) at the time of normal hit determination. It is like that.

  Specifically, when in the non-entrance rate improving state, the main control CPU 30a determines the normal fluctuation pattern FP1 having a fluctuation time of 5000 ms. In the case of the first entrance rate improvement state, the main control CPU 30a is configured to determine either the normal fluctuation pattern FP2 having a fluctuation time of 560 ms or the normal fluctuation pattern FP3 having a fluctuation time of 800 ms. In this case, the common map variation pattern FP2 is determined by 16/23, and the general map variation pattern FP3 is determined by 7/23. When the second entrance rate improvement state is set, the main control CPU 30a is configured to determine either the usual figure fluctuation pattern FP2 or the usual figure fluctuation pattern FP4 having a fluctuation time of 1120 ms. The common map variation pattern FP2 is determined by 14/23, and the general map variation pattern FP4 is determined by 9/23. For this reason, the main control CPU 30a performs control so that the fluctuation time of the usual game is shortened in the increased entrance rate state than in the non-entry rate improved state. Then, the main control CPU 30a executes various processes related to the general game, such as controlling the display content of the normal symbol display device 20 so as to start the normal graphic display based on the determined general graphic variation pattern. .

  In addition, when determining the normal hit, the main control CPU 30a executes the control related to the normal hit game after the usual game ends. At that time, the main control CPU 30a refers to the opening / closing mode determination table corresponding to the gaming state (non-entrance rate improvement state, first entrance rate improvement state, or second entrance rate improvement state) as described above. Then, based on the type of the normal hit symbol that is stopped and displayed, the opening / closing mode of the opening / closing piece 16 in the normal hit game that is given thereafter is specified. Then, the main control CPU 30a controls the actuator ACT1 for the ordinary electric accessory so as to open the opening / closing piece 16 in the specified opening / closing mode.

  Therefore, the main control CPU 30a opens the opening / closing piece 16 in accordance with the opening pattern P2 of the second opening / closing mode when the normal game is started (when the normal hit determination) is in the first entrance rate improvement state. There is a high probability of controlling the actuator ACT1 for the ordinary electric accessory. On the other hand, the main control CPU 30a opens the opening / closing piece 16 in accordance with the opening patterns P3 to P5 of the third opening / closing mode to the fifth opening / closing mode when the second entrance rate is improved when the normal game is started. The actuator ACT1 for the ordinary electric accessory is controlled so that The main control CPU 30a controls the actuator ACT1 for the ordinary electric accessory so as to open the opening / closing piece 16 according to the opening pattern P1 when the non-entrance rate is improved when the normal game is started. Accordingly, as shown in FIG. 7 and the like, in the increased entrance rate state, the total release time corresponding to one normal hit is controlled to be released longer than in the non-entry rate improved state.

  Further, the main control CPU 30a operates the sorting shutter 41 in the same operation mode regardless of the game state when the normal game is started when the normal game is given after the normal game is ended. The actuator ACT2 for the sorting shutter is controlled.

  As described above, the main control CPU 30a has the ordinary electric winning opening 15 including the opening and closing piece 16 and the sorting shutter 41 depending on the game state and the type of the normal winning symbol when the normal winning game is started. The first operation trigger area 15b is controlled to be switchable between a first state in which a game ball easily passes and a second operation trigger area 15c in a second state in which a game ball easily passes.

Next, the control contents executed by the effect control CPU 31a in order to execute the variable game including various effects will be described below.
When a predetermined control command is input from the main control CPU 30a at a predetermined timing, the effect control CPU 31a performs control according to the input control command based on the effect control program.

  More specifically, when the variation control designation command and the special figure designation command are input, the effect control CPU 31a receives the variation pattern designated by the fluctuation pattern designation command and the final stop symbol (special feature designated by the special figure designation command). The decoration drawing to be displayed on the effect display device 11 is determined based on the figure.

  At that time, when the designated special figure is the symbol ZA, the effect control CPU 31a recognizes that the first winning rate improvement state is given after the big hit game is finished (for example, the jackpot symbol combination (for example, [222] [444] [666] [888]). In addition, when the designated special figure is the symbol ZB, the effect control CPU 31a recognizes that the second winning rate improvement state is given after the big hit game ends (for example, [[ 111] [333] [555]). When the designated special figure is the symbol ZK, the effect control CPU 31a is awarded a big hit game having a substantial round number of 15R, and after the big hit game is finished, the second pitching rate improvement state is given. The jackpot symbol combination (for example, [777]) that can be recognized is determined. In addition, the effect control CPU 31a can recognize that there is a possibility that the probable change state may be given after the big hit game when the designated special drawings are the symbols ZC to ZJ and the symbols ZL to ZS. A jackpot symbol combination indicating that a probability-changing concealment production mode to be described later is executed is determined. The jackpot symbol combination indicating that the probability variation / secret rendering mode is executed refers to, for example, a symbol combination in which the same numeric symbol is stopped and displayed in the left and right columns while the character symbol is stopped and displayed in the middle column. Therefore, in both the probability variation state and the non-probability variation state, since the jackpot symbol combination indicating that the probability variation concealment effect mode is executed is similarly stopped and displayed, the probability variation concealment effect mode is executed. From the jackpot symbol combination shown, it is impossible to determine whether or not the probability variation state is given.

  Then, the effect control CPU 31a controls the display contents of the effect display device 11 so as to display the decorative drawing in a variable manner with the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command to start the variation game. Subsequently, when the all-design stop command is input, the effect control CPU 31a controls the display content of the effect display device 11 so as to stop and display the determined decoration drawing.

  In addition, when the opening control command 31a is input, the effect control CPU 31a controls the display content of the effect display device 11 so as to execute the opening effect corresponding to the command. In addition, when the round command is input, the effect control CPU 31a controls the display content of the effect display device 11 so that each round effect is executed. In addition, when the ending command is input, the effect control CPU 31a controls the display content of the effect display device 11 to execute the ending effect. In the present embodiment, the opening effect is configured not to be executed when the effect time of the opening effect is extremely short (for example, 0.04 seconds). Also good.

  In addition, when a big hit (second big hit or third big hit) based on the symbol ZC to the symbol ZJ or the symbol ZL to the symbol ZS is generated (the jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed is the symbol ZC to the symbol ZJ or the symbol ZL to the symbol ZS). In some cases, the big hit effect (opening effect, round effect, ending effect) executed during the big hit game has the same content. That is, it is configured so that it cannot be determined whether or not a certain variation state is given from the contents of the big hit effect.

  On the other hand, when a jackpot (second jackpot) based on the symbol ZB or the symbol ZK occurs (when the jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed is the symbol ZB or the symbol ZK), the big hit effect during the jackpot game is: This is different from the big hit effect during the big hit based on the symbols ZC to ZJ or the symbols ZL to ZS. That is, when a big hit (second big hit) based on the symbol ZB or the symbol ZK occurs, it is notified that it is determined that the probability variation state and the second entrance rate improvement state are given. Yes.

  In addition, when the winning rate improvement state is not given, when a big hit (first big hit) based on the symbol ZA is generated (when the big hit symbol stopped and displayed is the symbol ZA), it is executed during the big hit game In the big hit performance, the first hit rate improvement state is notified after the big hit game ends. Specifically, in the ending effect, it is notified that the first entrance rate improvement state is reached. Specifically, the shooting direction (right-handed) is suggested by an arrow or the like pointing to the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a so as to encourage the game ball to enter the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a. .

  Similarly, when a big hit (first big hit) based on the symbol ZA is generated when the first entry rate improvement state is given, the big hit game is ended in the big hit middle effect executed during the big hit game. It will be notified later that the first entrance rate improvement state will continue. Specifically, in the ending effect, it is notified that the first entrance rate improvement state continues. Specifically, the shooting direction (right-handed) is suggested by an arrow or the like pointing to the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a so as to encourage the game ball to enter the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a. .

  Further, when a big hit (second big hit or third big hit) based on the symbols ZB to ZJ or the symbols ZL to ZS is generated when the first entrance rate improvement state is given, It is notified that the second entry rate improvement state is reached after the end of the big hit game. Specifically, it is notified that the second entrance rate improvement state is reached in the ending effect. Specifically, the shooting direction (right-handed) is indicated by an arrow or the like pointing to the second non-electric prize winning port 22a so as to encourage the game ball to enter the second non-electric prize winning port 22a. .

  Similarly, when a big hit (second big hit or third big hit) based on symbol ZB to symbol ZJ or symbol ZL to symbol ZS occurs when the second entrance rate improvement state is given, the effect during the big hit , It is notified that the second entry rate improvement state is continued after the end of the big hit game. Specifically, it is notified that the second entry rate improvement state continues in the ending effect. Specifically, the shooting direction (right-handed) is indicated by an arrow or the like pointing to the second non-electric prize winning port 22a so as to encourage the game ball to enter the second non-electric prize winning port 22a. .

  In addition, when the effect control CPU 31a inputs a pitch rate improvement state designation command and a pitch rate improvement state end command, it stores a value corresponding to the command in the effect control RAM 31c. In particular, the effect control CPU 31a can specify the type of jackpot from the type of the special figure when a special figure designation command is input at the start of the variable game that is a big hit. Further, the effect control CPU 31a determines whether there is a probability change state, whether or not the first entrance rate improvement state or the second entrance rate improvement state is given, and the entrance rate improvement state based on the type of the big hit. Is given, it is possible to specify the number of operations in the improved entrance rate state. The effect control CPU 31a sets a value indicating that the probability variation state is imparted to the sub-probability variation flag of the effect control RAM 31c when the probability variation state is imparted, while when the probability variation state ends, for the effect control. The sub-probability change flag in the RAM 31c is cleared. Thereby, the CPU 31a for effect control can determine whether or not a certain change state is given.

  In addition, when the first entrance rate improvement state is given, the effect control CPU 31a sets a value indicating that the first entrance rate improvement state is assigned to the sub entrance rate improvement state flag of the effect control RAM 31c. On the other hand, when the first entrance rate improvement state ends, the sub entrance rate improvement state flag in the effect control RAM 31c is cleared. Thereby, it becomes possible for production control CPU31a to determine whether the 1st entrance rate improvement state is provided. Similarly, when the second entrance rate improvement state is given, the effect control CPU 31a sets a value indicating that the second entrance rate improvement state is given to the sub-entry rate improvement state flag of the effect control RAM 31c. On the other hand, when the second entrance rate improvement state ends, the sub entrance rate improvement state flag in the effect control RAM 31c is cleared. Thereby, the CPU 31a for effect control can determine whether or not the second entrance rate improvement state is given. Then, when the second entrance rate improvement state is given, the effect control CPU 31a determines the number of variable games executed before the end of the second entrance rate improvement state as a sub-effect of the effect control RAM 31c. Set to the number of operations. This number of sub-activities is a counter for counting the number of times that the variable game is executed on the effect control board 31 until the second entrance rate improvement state is completed. Then, the production control CPU 31a subtracts “1” the number of times of operation every time the variable game is executed until the number of times of the sub-operation becomes “0”. When the number of sub-operations becomes “0”, or when a command to end the entrance rate improvement state is input, the sub-entry rate improvement state flag is cleared.

  In the present embodiment, an effect mode corresponding to a mode execution condition determined for each effect mode is executed from among a plurality of types of effect modes. As the mode execution condition, for example, a gaming state (non-entrance rate improvement state, first entrance rate improvement state, second entrance rate improvement state) or the like is a determination target. Then, the display content of the effect display device 11 (such as the effect content of the variable game and the background image) is changed for each effect mode. In other words, the effect mode can be specified from the effect contents of the variable game, the background image, and the like, and the game state and the like can be confirmed or predicted from the specified effect mode.

  In the present embodiment, depending on the effect mode to be executed, for example, a normal state where the probability variation state and the entrance rate improvement state are not given, the probability variation state and the first entrance rate improvement state, or the probability change state And it can suggest that it is in the 2nd entrance rate improvement state. The effect mode corresponds to the type of background image of the effect display device 11 in the variable game, and can be easily recognized by the player based on the background image. In addition, the effect mode can be executed over a plurality of continuous variation games.

Here, such an effect mode will be described below with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 15, this embodiment has a plurality of types of effect modes. The plurality of effect modes include four types: a normal effect mode, a probability variation / secret effect mode, a first probability change confirmation effect mode, and a second probability change confirmation effect mode. Furthermore, one type of production mode MA is used for the normal production mode, one type of production mode MB is used for the first certain change confirmation production mode, and three types of production modes MC1 to MC3 are used for the probability change secret production mode. The second certainty change confirmed effect mode includes two types of effect modes MD1 and MD2.

  The effect mode MA is an effect mode when the entrance rate improvement state is not given, and the effect mode MB is an effect mode when the first entrance rate improvement state is assigned, and the effect modes MC1 to MC1. MC3, MD1, MD2 are effect modes when the second entrance rate improvement state is given.

  The effect mode MA is an effect mode that can be executed only when the probability variation state is not given, and that it is determined that the probability variation state is not given. The production modes MB, MD1, and MD2 are production modes that can be executed only when the probability variation state is given, and that the probability variation state is given. In addition, the production modes MC1 to MC3 are production modes that can be executed when the probability variation state is assigned and when the probability variation state is not assigned, and may have the probability variation state.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the production mode MB is continued until the next big hit with the first entrance rate improvement state. Similarly, the production modes MD1 and MD2 are continued until the next big hit with the second entrance rate improvement state. On the other hand, in the effect modes MC1 to MC3, after the end of the big hit game, it is possible to execute seven fluctuation games (first fluctuation game and second fluctuation game) as an upper limit.

  In addition, in the production modes MC1 to MC3, in principle, a background image in a mode corresponding to the production modes MC1 to MC3 is displayed regardless of whether or not it is in the probability variation state, and the background image is in the probability variation state. It is difficult for the player to recognize whether or not. Thus, the background images in the production modes MC1 to MC3 correspond to the production that can be recognized by the player as the same production mode in the case of the probability variation state and in the case of the non-probability variation state, and whether or not it is in the probability variation state. Regardless of this, it is difficult to recognize whether or not the state is in a probable variation state. Therefore, the production modes MC1 to MC3 of the present embodiment are specific production modes that can be executed in either the probability variation state or the non-probability variation state.

  In each production mode MA, MB, MC1 to MC3, MD1, MD2, in principle, the background image is at least different, and the player can recognize that the production mode is different.

  Next, transition of various production modes accompanying the progress of the game will be described below with reference to FIG. Moreover, in FIG. 16, in order to classify | categorize several production modes by the presence or absence of the entrance rate improvement state and the kind of entrance rate improvement state, it shows using the broken line.

  As shown in FIG. 16, when the entrance rate improvement state is not given, the effect mode MA is executed. On the other hand, when the first entrance rate improvement state is given, the effect mode MB is executed. Further, when the second entrance rate improvement state is given, any one of the production modes MC1 to MC3, MD1, and MD2 is executed. And when winning various types of jackpots, after the game ends, a new effect mode is executed or the effect mode is continuously executed.

When the entrance rate improvement state is not given, the production mode MA is executed. Therefore, the end of the entrance rate improvement state is the mode execution condition of the effect mode MA.
When the big hit symbol classified as the symbol ZA is stopped and displayed, the effect mode MB is executed regardless of which of the effect modes is staying. Accordingly, the mode execution condition of the effect mode MB is that the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol ZA is stopped and displayed.

  When the jackpot symbol categorized as symbol ZB is stopped or displayed, or when the jackpot symbol categorized as symbol ZK is stopped, the effect mode MD1 or the effect mode MD2 is set regardless of which one of the effect modes is staying. Executed.

  At this time, if it is determined that the condition for executing the mode for the effect mode MD1 is established based on the game history information stored in the effect control RAM 31c as the history storage means, the effect mode MD1 is executed. On the other hand, when it is determined that the mode execution condition for the production mode MD2 is established, the production mode MD2 is executed. In the present embodiment, the production mode MD1 is executed if the number of big hits stored as the game history information is less than the predetermined number (5 times), and the production mode MD2 is executed if the number is larger than the predetermined number. Note that the number of jackpots stored as the game history information is the number of times that the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol ZK is stopped and displayed as a jackpot, and is reset when the effect mode MA is executed.

  Therefore, the mode execution condition of the effect mode MD1 is that the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol ZB or the symbol ZK is stopped and displayed and the number of jackpots stored as the game history information is less than a predetermined number (5 times). Become. The mode execution condition of the effect mode MD2 is that the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol ZB or the symbol ZK is stopped and displayed and the number of jackpots stored as the game history information is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (5 times). Become.

  In addition, when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZC to symbol ZJ and symbol ZL to symbol ZS is stopped and displayed during the rendering mode MA, the rendering mode MB, or the rendering mode MC1, the rendering mode MC1 is executed. Therefore, the mode execution condition of the effect mode MC1 is that the jackpot symbols classified into the symbols ZC to ZJ and ZL to ZS are stopped and displayed during the effect mode MA, the effect mode MB, or the effect mode MC1. Become.

  In addition, when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZC to symbol ZJ and symbol ZL to symbol ZS is stopped and displayed during the rendering mode MD1 or rendering mode MC2, the rendering mode MC2 is executed. Accordingly, the mode execution condition of the effect mode MC2 is that the jackpot symbols classified into the symbols ZC to ZJ and ZL to ZS are stopped and displayed during the effect mode MD1 or the effect mode MC2. That is, when the second entrance rate improvement state is entered and the number of big hits stored as the game history information is less than a predetermined number (5 times), the effect mode MD1 or the effect mode MC2 is executed. . For this reason, presentation mode MC2 is performed corresponding to presentation mode MD1. That is, when the effect mode MD1 is executed, when the big hit symbol classified as the symbol ZC to the symbol ZJ and the symbol ZL to the symbol ZS is stopped and displayed, the effect mode MA is executed via the effect mode MC2. Can make you think it might be done. On the other hand, it can be made to think that production mode MD1 may be continued via production mode MC2.

  In addition, when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZC to symbol ZJ and symbol ZL to symbol ZS is stopped and displayed during the rendering mode MD2 or rendering mode MC3, the rendering mode MC3 is executed. Accordingly, the mode execution condition of the effect mode MC3 is that the jackpot symbols classified into the symbols ZC to ZJ and ZL to ZS are stopped and displayed during the effect mode MD2 or the effect mode MC3. That is, when the second entry rate improvement state continues and the number of big hits stored as the game history information is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (5 times), the effect mode MD2 or the effect mode MC3 is executed. The For this reason, presentation mode MC3 is performed corresponding to presentation mode MD2. That is, when the effect mode MD2 is executed, when the big hit symbol classified as the symbol ZC to the symbol ZJ and the symbol ZL to the symbol ZS is stopped and displayed, the effect mode MA is executed via the effect mode MC3. Can make you think it might be done. On the other hand, it can be made to think that production mode MD2 may be continued via production mode MC3.

  In addition, when the effect modes MC1 to MC3 are executed, the effect modes MC1 to MC3 are continued after the end of the big hit game until a variable game with the mode upper limit number of times corresponding to the type of the jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed is executed. As shown in FIG. 17, the mode upper limit number of times is specified by the type of jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed (type of jackpot). Then, when the production modes MC1 to MC3 are executed until the variable game of the upper limit number of modes is executed, and the probable change state is given after the big hit game ends (the symbols ZC to ZI, the symbols ZL) ~ When the symbol ZR is stopped and displayed), the effect modes MC1 to MC3 are ended in the variable game of the mode upper limit number of times. Then, the production mode MD1 or the production mode MD2 is executed from the next variable game. At that time, when the number of jackpots stored as the game history information is less than a predetermined number (5 times), the effect mode MD1 is executed. On the other hand, when the number of big hits is a predetermined number (5 times) or more, the effect mode MD2 is executed.

  For example, when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol ZL is stopped and displayed, it is notified that the probability variation state is given during the first variation game, and in the second variation game or later, the representation mode MD1 or the representation mode MD2 is executed. At that time, when the number of jackpots stored as the game history information is less than a predetermined number (5 times), the effect mode MD1 is executed. On the other hand, when the number of big hits is a predetermined number (5 times) or more, the effect mode MD2 is executed.

  Similarly, when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZM to symbol ZR is stopped and displayed, it is notified that the probability variation state is given during the second to seventh variation games, and the third to eighth and subsequent times. In the variation game, the effect mode MD1 or the effect mode MD2 is executed. At that time, when the number of jackpots stored as the game history information is less than a predetermined number (5 times), the effect mode MD1 is executed. On the other hand, when the number of big hits is a predetermined number (5 times) or more, the effect mode MD2 is executed.

  As described above, when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZC to symbol ZJ and symbol ZL to symbol ZS was stopped and displayed last time, a variable game of the mode upper limit number of times determined for each symbol is executed, and the game The fact that the number of big hits stored as the history information is less than the predetermined number (5 times) is also a mode execution condition of the production mode MD1. Similarly, when a jackpot symbol classified as symbol ZC to symbol ZJ or symbol ZL to symbol ZS was stopped and displayed last time, a variable game of the mode upper limit number of times determined for each symbol is executed, and the game The fact that the number of jackpots stored as history information is a predetermined number (5 times) or more is also a mode execution condition of the production mode MD2.

  On the other hand, in the production modes MC1 to MC3, after the end of the big hit game, if the probability variation state is not granted, it is informed that the probability variation state is not imparted in the seventh variation game, and the eighth and subsequent variation games (first game) In the first variation game and the second variation game, the effect mode MA is executed.

  Thus, in the production modes MC1 to MC3, although it is difficult to specify whether or not the probability variation state is given, the probability variation state is caused by the transition to the production modes MD1 and MD2 until the seven variation games are finished. Can be recognized, while the rendering mode MA is executed, it can be recognized that the uncertain change state is given.

Next, the mode execution process executed by the effect control CPU 31a will be described below. This mode execution process is a process for controlling the execution of the production mode.
When the first variation game or the second variation game is a big hit, the effect control CPU 31a specifies the type of the big hit based on the special figure designation command. Based on the identified result, the effect control CPU 31a sets a value indicating the effect mode to be executed after the end of the big hit game in the effect mode flag assigned to the effect control RAM 31c. This effect mode flag is a flag indicating the effect mode to be executed (stay).

  Then, when a finite mode upper limit count is set for the effect mode to be executed, the effect control CPU 31a sets the mode upper limit count value in the stay counter assigned to the effect control RAM 31c. This stay counter is a counter for counting the number of times of the variable game executed after the end of the big hit game.

  In addition, the effect control CPU 31a sets, in the effect mode flag assigned to the effect control RAM 31c, a value indicating the effect mode to be executed after the entrance rate improvement state ends when the entrance rate improvement state ends. That is, when the stay counter becomes “0”, the effect control CPU 31 a is assigned to the effect control RAM 31 c with a value indicating the effect mode to be executed in the variable game after the stay counter becomes “0”. Set the production mode flag.

  For example, in the case of a big hit based on the symbol ZA, the effect control CPU 31a sets a value indicating the effect mode MB in the effect mode flag and sets a “value indicating until next time” in the stay counter.

  In addition, when the number of jackpots stored as game history information is less than a predetermined number (five times) when the jackpot is based on the symbols ZB and ZK, the effect control CPU 31a indicates the effect mode MD1. The value is set in the effect mode flag, and the “value indicating until next time” is set in the stay counter.

  In addition, when the number of jackpots stored as the game history information is equal to or greater than the predetermined number (5 times) when the jackpot is based on the symbols ZB and ZK, the effect control CPU 31a indicates the effect mode MD2. The value is set in the effect mode flag, and the “value indicating until next time” is set in the stay counter.

  Further, during the execution of the production mode MA, the production mode MB or the production mode MC1, when the big hit based on the design ZC to the design ZJ and the design ZL to the design ZS is made, the production control CPU 31a shows the production mode MC1. The value is set in the effect mode flag, and values “1” to “7” are set in the stay counter. As shown in FIG. 17, the value set in the stay counter is determined depending on the type of jackpot symbol (design ZC to symbol ZJ, symbol ZL to symbol ZS) to be stopped. For example, when the symbol ZH is stopped and displayed, “6” is set in the stay counter, and when the symbol ZJ is stopped and displayed, “7” is set in the stay counter.

  Further, during the execution of the production mode MD1 or the production mode MC2, when the big hit is based on the symbols ZC to ZJ and ZL to ZS, the number of big hits stored as the game history information is a predetermined number (5 times). ), The effect control CPU 31a sets a value indicating the effect mode MC2 in the effect mode flag. At the same time, values “1” to “7” are set in the stay counter. As shown in FIG. 17, the value set in the stay counter is determined depending on the type of jackpot symbol (design ZC to symbol ZJ, symbol ZL to symbol ZS) to be stopped.

  Similarly, during the execution of the effect mode MD2 or the effect mode MC3, when the big hit is based on the symbols ZC to ZJ and ZL to ZS, the number of big hits stored as the game history information is a predetermined number (5 In the case of the above, the effect control CPU 31a sets a value indicating the effect mode MC3 in the effect mode flag. At the same time, the effect control CPU 31a sets values “1” to “7” in the stay counter. As shown in FIG. 17, the value set in the stay counter is determined depending on the type of jackpot symbol (design ZC to symbol ZJ, symbol ZL to symbol ZS) to be stopped.

  When the “value indicating the next time” is not set in the stay counter, the effect control CPU 31a updates the stay counter by subtracting 1 from the value of the stay counter each time the variable game is played. When the stay counter value is “0”, if the probability variation state is not given (that is, if the jackpot symbol that was previously stopped and displayed is symbol ZJ or symbol ZS), The CPU 31a sets a value indicating the effect mode MA in the effect mode flag, and sets “a value indicating the next time” in the stay counter.

  On the other hand, when the value of the stay counter becomes “0”, the probability variation state is given, and the number of big hits stored as the game history information is less than the predetermined number (5 times). The effect control CPU 31a sets a value indicating the effect mode MD1 in the effect mode flag. That is, when the jackpot symbol that was stopped and displayed last time is symbols ZC to ZI or symbols ZL to ZR, and the number of jackpots stored as game history information is less than a predetermined number (5 times) The effect control CPU 31a sets a value indicating the effect mode MD1 in the effect mode flag. At the same time, the effect control CPU 31a sets “a value indicating the next time” in the stay counter.

  In addition, when the stay counter value becomes “0”, the probability variation state is given (when the symbols ZC to ZI or the symbols ZL to ZR are stopped and displayed), and as game history information When the stored number of big hits is equal to or greater than the predetermined number (5 times), the effect control CPU 31a sets a value indicating the effect mode MD2 in the effect mode flag. At the same time, the effect control CPU 31a sets “a value indicating the next time” in the stay counter.

  As described above, the production control CPU 31a designates the production mode to be executed and designates the number of stays. For this reason, the CPU 31a for effect control functions as a mode control means for executing the effect mode.

  The effect control CPU 31a reads the value from the effect mode flag in the effect control RAM 31c after the jackpot game ends or when a new effect mode is executed, specifies the effect mode, and corresponds to the effect mode. The effect display device 11 is controlled to display various images such as a background image.

Moreover, in this embodiment, it is comprised so that the production content of a variation game may be changed for every production mode. This will be described in detail below.
First, a method for determining a fluctuation pattern in the first big hit time fluctuation process, the second big hit time fluctuation process, the first reach time fluctuation process, the second reach time fluctuation process, the first deviation time fluctuation process, and the second deviation time fluctuation process. Will be described in detail.

  When executing the various variation processes, the main control CPU 30a refers to the variation pattern distribution table for the normal performance mode and determines the variation pattern when the probability variation state and the entrance rate improvement state are not given. In the variation pattern distribution table, one or more variation patterns are prepared for each category of variation pattern for big hit variation, variation pattern for outlier reach variation, and variation pattern for outlier variation. One or a plurality of distribution random numbers are distributed. The random number distribution is different for each category of the variation pattern for big hit variation, the variation pattern for outlier reach variation, and the variation pattern for outlier variation. Then, the main control CPU 30a refers to the variation pattern distribution table to determine the variation pattern corresponding to the obtained value of the random number for distribution.

  That is, when the first variation game or the second variation game is a big hit, the main control CPU 30a can be determined at the time of executing the normal performance mode if the probability variation state and the entrance rate improvement state are not given. A variation pattern is determined from variation patterns for jackpot variation. Similarly, when the first variation game or the second variation game is out of reach when the first variation game or the second variation game is not reached, the main control CPU 30a is determined at the time of executing the normal performance mode. A variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for possible outlier reach variation. Similarly, the main control CPU 30a can determine when executing the normal performance mode when the first variation game or the second variation game is lost and the probability variation state and the entrance rate improvement state are not given. A fluctuation pattern is determined from the fluctuation patterns for the extraordinary fluctuation.

  Further, when executing the various variation processes, the main control CPU 30a refers to the variation pattern distribution table for the first certain variation determination effect mode when the certain variation state and the first entrance rate improvement state are given. Determine the variation pattern. That is, when the first variation game or the second variation game is a big hit, the main control CPU 30a is determined at the time of the execution of the first certain change confirmation effect mode when the big hit symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is the symbol ZA. A variation pattern is determined from the possible variation patterns for jackpot variation. Similarly, when the first variation game or the second variation game is out of reach, the main control CPU 30a performs the first certainty-change confirmation effect mode when the jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is the symbol ZA. The variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for the deviation reach variation that can be determined in step (1). Similarly, when the first variation game or the second variation game is lost, the main control CPU 30a determines that when the big hit symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is the symbol ZA, when the first certain variation determination effect mode is executed. A variation pattern is determined from the determinable variation patterns for deviation variation.

  Further, when executing the various variation processes, the main control CPU 30a identifies the type of jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time when the probability variation state and the second entrance rate improvement state are given. Note that the type of jackpot symbol that was previously stopped and displayed is stored in the main control RAM 30c.

  Then, when the type of the big hit symbol stopped and displayed last time is the symbols ZB and ZK, the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern distribution table for the second probability variation effect mode. In other words, when the first variation game or the second variation game is a big hit, the main control CPU 30a performs the second certainty change fixed effect mode when the big hit symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is the symbols ZB and ZK. The variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for jackpot variation that can be determined in step (1). Similarly, when the first variation game or the second variation game is out of reach, the main control CPU 30a determines that the second probability variation confirmed effect mode is in effect when the big stop symbol previously stopped and displayed is the symbols ZB and ZK. The variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for the deviation reach variation that can be determined at the time of execution. Similarly, when the first variation game or the second variation game is missed, the main control CPU 30a executes the second certainty variable confirmation effect mode when the big hit symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is the symbols ZB and ZK. The variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for deviation variation that can be determined at the time.

  On the other hand, when the type of jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is symbol ZC to symbol ZI, symbol ZL to symbol ZR, the main control CPU 30a further executes the number of executions of the variable game executed after the end of the jackpot game. (The total number of executions of the first variable game and the second variable game) is specified. Note that the number of executions of the variable game is stored in the main control RAM 30c.

  Then, when the number of executions of the variable game is equal to or less than the mode upper limit number determined for each type of jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time, the main control CPU 30a is used for the probability variation concealment effect mode corresponding to the specified number of executions. The variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern distribution tables TB1 to TB7. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 17, the mode upper limit count is determined for each type of jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time, and each mode upper limit count corresponds to the mode upper limit count of the probability variation secret rendering mode. Is set to match. As shown in FIG. 18, the variation pattern distribution tables TB1 to TB7 for the probability variation / secret rendering mode are prepared for each execution number (1 to 7 times), and the variation patterns that can be determined are different. Yes.

  On the other hand, the main control CPU 30a refers to the variation pattern distribution table for the second certainty-change confirmation effect mode when the number of executions of the variation game is larger than the upper limit number determined for each type of jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time. Then, the variation pattern is determined.

  As described above, when the main control CPU 30a wins a big hit, it is the case where the last big hit symbol that was stopped and displayed is symbol ZC to symbol ZI, symbol ZL to symbol ZR, and the number of executions of the variable game is different for each symbol. When the number is less than or equal to the determined mode upper limit number, a variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for jackpot variation corresponding to the number of execution times. Further, when the main control CPU 30a is out of reach, when the jackpot symbol previously stopped and displayed is symbol ZC to symbol ZI, symbol ZL to symbol ZR, the number of executions of the variable game is determined for each symbol. If the number is less than or equal to the upper limit number of modes, the variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for the divergence reach variation for the probability variation / secret rendering mode corresponding to the number of executions. Similarly, when the main control CPU 30a is out of play, the jackpot symbol that was previously stopped and displayed is symbol ZC to symbol ZI, symbol ZL to symbol ZR, and the number of executions of the variable game is determined for each symbol. If the number is less than or equal to the upper limit number of modes, the variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for deviation variation for the probability-changing / secret effect mode corresponding to the number of executions.

  On the other hand, when the main control CPU 30a is a big hit, the mode upper limit number of times that the number of executions is determined for each of the symbols in the case where the big hit symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is symbol ZC to symbol ZI, symbol ZL to symbol ZR. If there are more, the variation pattern is determined from among the variation patterns for the big hit variation for the second probability variation effect production mode. When the main control CPU 30a is out of reach, the last stop display jackpot symbol is symbol ZC to symbol ZI, symbol ZL to symbol ZR, and the number of executions is greater than the mode upper limit count determined for each symbol. In many cases, the variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for the divergence reach variation for the second probability variation effect mode. When the main control CPU 30a is disengaged, the number of executions is greater than the mode upper limit number of times determined for each symbol when the jackpot symbol previously stopped and displayed is symbol ZC to symbol ZI, symbol ZL to symbol ZR. In this case, the variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for deviation variation for the second certainty-change confirmation effect mode.

  When the type of jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is symbol ZJ or symbol ZS, the main control CPU 30a further specifies the number of executions of the variable game executed after the end of the jackpot game.

  Then, when the number of executions of the variable game is equal to or less than the upper limit number determined for each type of jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time, the main control CPU 30a performs the change for the probability variable concealment effect mode corresponding to the specified number of executions. The variation pattern is determined with reference to the pattern distribution table.

  On the other hand, when the number of executions of the variable game is larger than the upper limit number determined for each type of jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time, the main control CPU 30a refers to the change pattern distribution table for the normal performance mode, Determine the variation pattern.

  As described above, when the main control CPU 30a is a big hit, the number of times that the variable game is executed is less than or equal to the mode upper limit number determined for each symbol when the big hit symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is the symbol ZJ and the symbol ZS. If it is, the variation pattern is determined from the variation pattern for jackpot variation corresponding to the execution frequency corresponding to the number of executions. Further, when the main control CPU 30a is out of reach, when the jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is the symbol ZJ, the symbol ZS, the number of executions of the variable game is less than or equal to the mode upper limit number determined for each symbol. In some cases, the variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for the divergence reach variation for the probability variation / secret rendering mode corresponding to the number of executions. Similarly, when the main control CPU 30a loses, when the jackpot symbol previously stopped and displayed is symbol ZJ, symbol ZS, the number of executions of the variable game is equal to or less than the mode upper limit number determined for each symbol. In some cases, the variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for deviation variation for the probability-variation / secret effect mode corresponding to the number of executions.

  On the other hand, when the main control CPU 30a is a big hit, when the big hit symbol stopped and displayed last time is the symbol ZJ, the symbol ZS, and the number of executions is larger than the mode upper limit number determined for each symbol, A variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for jackpot variation for the mode. When the main control CPU 30a is out of reach, if the jackpot symbol previously stopped and displayed is symbol ZJ, symbol ZS, and the number of executions is greater than the mode upper limit number determined for each symbol, the second probability change A variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for the deviation reach variation for the definite production mode. The main control CPU 30a determines the second certain change when the big hit symbol stopped and displayed last time is the symbol ZJ and the symbol ZS when the number of executions is larger than the mode upper limit number determined for each symbol. A variation pattern is determined from the variation patterns for deviation variation for the production mode.

  As described above, when the jackpot symbol previously stopped and displayed is symbol ZC to symbol ZJ and symbol ZL to symbol ZS, the number of executions of the variable game is less than the mode upper limit number determined for each symbol that is stopped and displayed. In this case, a variation pattern corresponding to each execution count is determined. Thereby, in the production modes MC1 to MC3 which are the probability variation secret production mode, the variation pattern corresponding to each execution count is determined.

  When the jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is symbol ZC to symbol ZJ, symbol ZL to symbol ZS, and the number of executions of the variable game is greater than the mode upper limit number determined for each symbol that has been stopped and displayed, A variation pattern for the second certain variation confirmation effect mode or the normal effect mode is determined. As a result, when the probability variation concealment effect mode ends and when the transition to the second probability variation confirmed effect mode or the normal effect mode is made, the variation pattern corresponding to the shifted effect mode is determined.

As described above, the main control CPU 30a functions as a variation pattern determining means for determining the variation pattern of the special symbol variation game.
Next, the effect control CPU 31a executes specific effect contents of the variable game to be executed on the effect display device 11 or the like (appearance character type, reach effect content, notice effect content, effect combination, execution timing, etc.). A method for determining the sub variation pattern to be identified will be described.

  The effect control CPU 31a determines the sub variation pattern according to the effect mode. Specifically, when the effect mode MA that is the normal effect mode is executed, the effect control CPU 31a responds to the change pattern specified by the change pattern specifying command from the sub change patterns for the effect mode MA. Determine the sub-variation pattern.

  Similarly, when the effect mode MB which is the first certain change determination effect mode is executed, the effect control CPU 31a changes the change pattern designated by the change pattern designation command from the sub change patterns for the effect mode MB. The corresponding sub-variation pattern is determined.

  Similarly, when the effect mode MC1 which is the probability variation secret effect mode is executed, the effect control CPU 31a responds to the change pattern designated by the change pattern designation command from the sub change patterns for the effect mode MC1. Determine the sub-variation pattern. When the effect mode MC2 that is the probability variation secret effect mode is executed, the effect control CPU 31a selects the sub variation pattern according to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command from the sub variation patterns for the effect mode MC2. To decide. When the effect mode MC3 that is the probability variation secret effect mode is executed, the effect control CPU 31a selects the sub variation pattern according to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command from the sub variation patterns for the effect mode MC3. To decide.

  Similarly, when the effect mode MD1 which is the second certainty-change confirmed effect mode is executed, the effect control CPU 31a changes the change pattern designated by the change pattern designation command from the sub change patterns for the effect mode MD1. The corresponding sub-variation pattern is determined. When the effect mode MD2 which is the second certainty change effect effect mode is being executed, the effect control CPU 31a selects a sub according to the change pattern specified by the change pattern specifying command from the sub change patterns for the effect mode MD2. Determine the variation pattern.

  Then, the effect control CPU 31a controls the effect display device 11 to execute the change game based on the determined sub change pattern. As a result, even if the same variation pattern is specified (even if the variation time of the variation game is the same), different sub variation patterns can be determined and the contents on the effect display device 11 can be varied. .

Next, the contents of the sub-variation patterns determined during the production modes MC1 to MC3 that are the probability-variation / secret production modes will be described.
As described above, the variation pattern determined during the production modes MC1 to MC3, which are the probability-variation / secret production modes, is determined according to the number of executions of the variation game. Accordingly, the sub variation patterns determined during the production modes MC1 to MC3 are made different according to the number of times of execution of the variation game.

  For example, when the effect mode MC1 is executed, as shown in FIG. 19, the first story effect to the second according to the number of executions in accordance with the changing game executed in the effect display device 11 during the probability-changing concealment effect mode. Seven story production is executed.

  Then, in the case where the variation game is out of reach or out of reach and the probability variation concealment effect mode is in the variation game in which the number of executions of the variation game is equal to or less than the mode upper limit number of times, the outlier effect is executed. The mode upper limit number of times can be specified based on the type of jackpot symbol that was previously stopped and displayed, and the jackpot symbol that was previously stopped and displayed is stored in the effect control RAM 31c. In addition, when the jackpot determination is lost during the probability variation concealment effect mode, the variation pattern of the same variation time is determined regardless of the presence or absence of the reach effect.

  On the other hand, if the floating game is out of reach or out of reach, and the variable game in which the number of executions of the variable game is the upper limit number of times during the probability variable concealment effect mode, a probability change state is given instead of executing the outlier effect. In addition to notifying whether or not it has been performed, a notification effect for notifying the transition destination effect mode is executed. For this reason, when it is a state which can perform the alerting effect which alert | reports that the probability variation state is provided, the timing at which an alerting effect is performed is determined by the last jackpot symbol type or the last jackpot type. It can be said. Therefore, in this embodiment, the variation game in which the number of executions of the variation game becomes the mode upper limit number of times is the end of the specific effect mode in which the presence or absence of the probability variation state is notified. As another example, the notification effect may be executed before the start of the next variation game after the variation game in which the number of executions of the variation game is the upper limit number of modes.

  Then, when the notification effect is executed, if the probability variation state is given, in the notification effect, the probability variation state is given and the second probability change confirmed effect mode (effect mode MD1) as the transition destination effect mode. Alternatively, it is notified that the mode is shifted to the production mode MD2). On the other hand, when the notification effect is executed, if the probability change state is not given, the notification effect is not given the probability change state and the transition to the normal effect mode (effect mode MA) is made as the destination effect mode. To be notified. As a result, the effect control CPU 31a provides a notification effect (probability change notification effect) for notifying that it is in the probability change state within the effect period (the first to seventh variation games) in the probability change concealment effect mode (specific effect mode). Can be said to be executed.

  On the other hand, when the variable game is a big hit during the probability variation / secret effect mode, the notification effect is executed during the variable game, and the decorative symbols in all rows are temporarily displayed. After that, the decorative symbols in all rows are displayed again and again, and the big hit effect is executed. For this reason, it is possible to make it seem as if a plurality of (twice) variation games have been executed in one variation game. In addition, when the special symbol variation game is a big hit during the production period, it can be said that the effect control CPU 31a executes the big hit effect after executing the notification effect along with the special symbol fluctuation game.

  In FIG. 19, the content of the sub variation pattern in the production mode MC1 is described. However, the production mode MC2 and the production mode MC3 are substantially the same except for specific production contents (such as the contents of the story production). Detailed description is omitted.

  Thereby, in this embodiment, after the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, or after the jackpot game, the effect to be executed is executed in advance until the mode upper limit number of times of change game is executed. Yes. That is, when the production modes MC1 to MC3 are executed, the sub-variation pattern according to the number of executions so that a series of productions are executed over a plurality of fluctuation games until the mode upper limit number of fluctuation games are executed. Is to be decided.

  In the present embodiment, when the variable game is a big hit during the probability variation concealment production mode, the content of the notification effect executed during the variation game is determined according to the probability variation state, but may be determined in advance. good. For example, regardless of the presence or absence of the probability variation state, a notification effect for notifying that the probability variation state is given and notifying that the transition to the second certain probability variation effect mode may be performed. Conversely, a notification effect for notifying that the probability variation state has not been given and notifying the transition to the normal effect mode may be executed. In any case, after the notification effect, the variable game is a big hit, and the gaming state is determined according to the type of the big hit, so there is no disadvantage to the player.

  As described above, the effect control CPU 31a of the present embodiment functions as an effect control means for controlling the game effect related to the symbol variation game to be executed. In addition, the main control CPU 30a is configured to be able to determine a variation pattern for the probability-changing / secret effect mode until the notification effect is executed. On the other hand, after the notification effect is executed, the probability change state is given. It can be said that it is configured to be able to determine the variation pattern for the second certainty-change confirmation effect mode informing

As described above in detail, the present embodiment has the following effects.
(1) In the production period MC1 to MC3 in the production mode MC1 to MC3 (1st to 7th fluctuation games) in the probability variation secret production mode (specific production mode), if the fluctuation game is out of place, A notification effect for notifying that the state is in progress can be executed. More specifically, when the mode upper limit number of the effect modes MC1 to MC3 is reached, if the probability variation state is given, the notification effect is executed in the fluctuating variation game. For this reason, in the production period of the production modes MC1 to MC3, even if the fluctuation game is lost, there is a case where a notification production that informs that it is in a probable variation state may be executed. During a variable game, attention can be paid not only to the presence or absence of a big hit, but also to the presence or absence of a probable change state.

  In particular, when the transition is made from the rendering mode MA to the rendering mode MC1, it is possible to draw more attention because the transition is made to the second certainty change confirmed rendering mode in which the player has a greater degree of advantage than the rendering mode MA depending on the presence or absence of the certain variation state. That is, when the transition is made from the production mode MA to the production mode MC1, the second probability change effect that is advantageous to the player is provided because the probability variation state and the second entrance rate improvement state are given more than the performance mode MA in the normal state. Since there is a possibility of shifting to the mode, it can be made more attention. Further, even when the effect mode MB to which the entrance rate improvement state is given is shifted to the effect mode MC1, the second certainty change confirmation that the player has a greater degree of advantage than the effect mode MB due to the presence or absence of the probability change state. Since it shifts to production mode, it can be made to pay more attention. That is, when transitioning from the production mode MB to the production mode MC1, the bonus amount (such as the number of award balls that can be acquired) is larger even in the big hit with multiple types than the production mode MB in the first entry rate improvement state. Since there is a possibility of shifting to the second probability variation effect production mode in which a big hit is easily determined, it is possible to attract more attention.

  Similarly, when transitioning from the production modes MD1 and MD2 to the production modes MC2 and MC3, the production mode in the normal production mode in which the player has the least advantage than the production modes MD1 and MD2 and the production mode MB depending on the presence or absence of the probability variation state. Since it shifts to MA, it can be made to attract attention rather than when there exists a possibility of changing to production mode MB. On the other hand, even in the case of transition to the production modes MC2 and MC3, there is a possibility that the production modes MD1 and MD2 are more advantageous than the production mode MA and the production mode MB. It can be noted which of the production modes is shifted to, and the fun of the game is improved.

  (2) When the variable game is a big hit within the effect period of the effect modes MC1 to MC3, the effect control CPU 31a executes the jackpot effect after executing the notification effect along with the variable game. Thereby, after recognizing that the probability variation state is given and delighting the player, the jackpot effect is further executed in the floating game, so that the player can be surprised and the player can be more pleased. .

  (3) When the notification effect for notifying that the probability variation state is given is executable, the timing at which the notification effect is executed is determined by the type of jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time. In the present embodiment, when the jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time is symbol ZC to symbol ZI, symbol ZL to symbol ZR, when the variable game of the mode upper limit number determined by the type of the last jackpot symbol is executed. The notification effect for notifying that the probability variation state is given is executed. Thereby, it is not necessary to perform the lottery concerning the execution timing of the notification effect separately from the lottery of the big hit symbol, and the process is simplified. In addition, since the execution timing of the notification effect is determined at the time of determining the jackpot symbol, an effect to be executed after the previous jackpot symbol is stopped or displayed or after the jackpot game is executed until the notification effect is executed. It can also be determined in advance. That is, when the production modes MC1 to MC3 are executed, the sub variation pattern is determined according to the number of executions so that the production is executed over a plurality of variation games until the notification production is executed. It has become. For this reason, until the notification effect is executed or until the effect mode is shifted, the effect of one connection can be shown, and the interest of the player can be improved. In addition, since the notification effect is executed in the variation game of the mode upper limit number of times in which the effect mode is switched, it is possible to shift to the new effect mode after recognizing the presence or absence of the probability change state.

  (4) Until the notification effect is executed, that is, until the variable game of the upper limit number of modes is executed, the variable game can be executed with the change pattern for the probability variation / secret effect mode. On the other hand, after the notification effect for notifying that the probability variation state is given, that is, after the variation game of the mode upper limit number of times is performed, the variation pattern for the second certain probability variation effect mode or the normal effect mode The variation game can be executed with the variation pattern. For this reason, it is possible to add the clarity of the variable game for each effect mode, change the effect related to the variable game, and improve the fun of the game.

  (5) During the production period of the production modes MC1 to MC3, the fluctuation game is executed based on the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the number of executions of the fluctuation game. For this reason, it is possible to change the variation game as set by the designer. For example, at the beginning of the production period of the production modes MC1 to MC3, the fluctuation game can be executed quickly, and the fluctuation game can be lengthened as it progresses to the final stage. It is also possible to execute a symbol variation game with a predetermined effect in a symbol variation game with a predetermined number of executions. For this reason, the fluctuation | variation game of the fluctuation | variation time matched with the story production performed during the probability change secret production mode can be performed.

  (6) Since the production period of the production modes MC1 to MC3 is determined during the second entry rate improvement state, the game is continued at least until the production period ends even if the notification production is not executed. Can do. For this reason, even if it decides to perform the notification effect just before the end of the effect period (for example, during a game with a variable mode upper limit number), it can be surely shown to the player.

  (7) The first non-electric opening / closing blade 21b is provided in the first non-electric start winning opening 21 so that the first non-electric opening / closing blade 21b is easily opened during the first entrance rate improvement state. 1 Fluctuating game is easy to be executed. In addition, the second non-electric opening / closing blade 22b is provided in the second non-electric starting start winning opening 22, and the second non-electric opening / closing blade 22b is easily opened during the second ball-entry rate improvement state. Made the floating game easier to run. When the second variable game is a big hit, the player's degree of advantage is higher than when the first variable game is a big hit, so the player can easily execute the second variable game. When a game is played with the ultimate goal of shifting to the two-entry rate improvement state, and it is a big hit, attention can be paid to the type of big hit. Further, even if the first entrance rate improvement state is given, it is more advantageous than the normal state where the entrance rate improvement state is not given, so that it is possible to have a willingness to continue the game. In this way, when it becomes a big hit, it can be made advantageous in stages, and the interest of the player can be improved in stages, so that it will not get bored. In addition, when the first entrance rate improvement state is given, it can be confirmed that it is advantageous to the player visually, so even if the second entrance rate improvement state is not given, the game can be performed. Can be motivated to continue.

  (8) When a game ball enters a first winning opening 14a as a third entrance that does not include an opening / closing member, a start condition for the first variation game can be given. For this reason, the first variation game is mainly executed during the normal state where the entrance rate improvement state is not given. Therefore, in the normal state, the game can be performed for the purpose of giving (selecting) the big hit by mainly executing the first variable game. When the symbol ZA is stopped and displayed as the big hit symbol and the first entrance rate improvement state is given, the symbols ZB to ZI and ZK to ZR are stopped and displayed as the big hit symbol, and the second entrance rate is set. It is possible to have a willingness to continue the game with the aim of further executing the improved state. In addition, when the big hit based on the symbols ZB to ZI and ZK to ZR is selected and the second entrance rate improvement state is given, the big hit based on the symbols ZB to ZI and ZK to ZR is continuously selected. A game can be played for the purpose. Even in the normal state, there is a possibility that a big hit based on the symbols ZB to ZI and ZK to ZR may be selected. Therefore, when the first variable game is a big hit, attention can be paid to the type of the big hit. In this way, a plurality of states are prepared so as to be advantageous in stages, so that the target is different for each state and the player is not bored.

  (9) In the second variation game, the symbol ZA is not stopped and displayed. For this reason, when it becomes a big hit in the 2nd variation game, the 1st entrance rate improvement state is not given. For this reason, once in the 2nd entrance rate improvement state where the 2nd change game is easy to be executed, even if it becomes a big hit, the possibility of shifting to the 1st entrance rate improvement state is low. For this reason, while the 2nd entrance rate improvement state can be made easy to continue, when the 2nd entrance rate improvement state is complete | finished, since no entrance rate improvement state is provided, production mode MC1 When ~ MC3 is executed, a tension can be given to the player.

  (10) When the big hit based on the symbol ZA (first big hit) or the big hit based on the symbol ZB to the symbol ZI, the symbol ZK to the symbol ZR (the second big hit) is selected, the improved entrance rate state and the probability variation state are given. The On the other hand, even when the big hit (third big hit) based on the symbol ZJ or the symbol ZS to which the probability variation state is not given is selected, the second entrance rate improvement state is given. When the probability variation state is given, the entry rate improvement state is also given, so that the player can play the game in a more advantageous state and improve the interest of the game. On the other hand, even if the probability change state is not given, since at least the entry rate improvement state is given, the goal is to shift to the probability change state with a big hit during the entry rate improvement state. Can continue. Furthermore, in this embodiment, since the second change rate improvement state in which the second variable game that is advantageous to the player is easy to be executed is given at least among the improvement rate of the entry rate, if the player wins a big hit, It is possible to improve the interest of the game by recognizing that the player is more likely to continue the second entry rate improvement state that is more advantageous.

  (11) When a big hit based on design ZE to design ZJ or design ZL to design ZS is generated, the big hit effect (opening effect, round effect, ending effect) executed during the big hit game has the same content. Yes. That is, it is configured so that it cannot be determined whether or not a certain variation state is given from the contents of the big hit effect. For this reason, the game can be performed with expectation that the probability variation state may be given until the variation game of the mode upper limit number of times is executed. At that time, even if any jackpot is awarded, since at least the entrance rate improvement state is given, it is notified whether or not the variation game of the mode upper limit number of times is executed and the probability variation state is given. Can be motivated to continue the game until Moreover, since the 2nd entrance rate improvement state is provided, a player's interest can be improved more.

  (12) Also, when a big hit (first big hit) based on the symbol ZA is generated when the entrance rate improvement state is not given, in the big hit middle effect executed during the big hit game, after the big hit game ends It is notified that the first entrance rate improvement state is reached. Similarly, when a big hit (first big hit) based on the symbol ZA is generated when the first entry rate improvement state is given, the big hit game is ended in the big hit middle effect executed during the big hit game. It will be notified later that the first entrance rate improvement state will continue. Further, when a big hit (second big hit or third big hit) based on the symbols ZB to ZJ or the symbols ZL to ZS is generated when the first entrance rate improvement state is given, It is notified that the second entry rate improvement state is reached after the end of the big hit game. Similarly, when a big hit (second big hit or third big hit) based on symbol ZB to symbol ZJ or symbol ZL to symbol ZS occurs when the second entrance rate improvement state is given, the effect during the big hit , It is notified that the second entry rate improvement state is continued after the end of the big hit game. Thereby, the type of the entrance rate improvement state executed after the end of the jackpot game is clarified, and after the end of the jackpot game, it is clarified which entrance the player should aim for.

  (13) In the state where the first entrance rate is improved, when the distribution shutter 41 is in the first position, the ordinary electric winning opening 15 is opened, making it easier for the game ball to enter. For this reason, in the 1st entrance rate improvement state, the 1st non-electrical opening-and-closing blade 21b tends to be in an open state, and it becomes easy to run the 1st change game. In addition, during the second pitching rate improvement state, when the distribution shutter 41 is in the second position, the ordinary electric winning opening 15 is in an open state, so that the game ball can easily enter. For this reason, in the 2nd entrance rate improvement state, the 2nd non-electrical opening-and-closing blade 22b makes it easy to be in an open state, and it becomes easy to run the 2nd change game. When the first entrance rate improvement state is given, the probability change state is always given, while when the second entrance rate improvement state is given, the probability change state may be given, or the probability change state. May not be granted. For this reason, since the probability variation state is given during the first entrance rate improvement state, even if the first variation game that is less advantageous to the player than the second variation game is easier to be executed, the player Can be relieved. On the other hand, since the presence or absence of the probability variation state cannot be determined in the probability variation concealment mode in the second entrance rate improvement state, the second variation game is easily executed, and whether or not the probability variation state is given. Can be noticed about. When the notification effect is executed during the probability variation concealment mode and it is notified that the second probability variation confirmation effect mode is to be transferred, the player can be pleased. In this way, it is possible to change the production flow (transition of production mode) between the first entry rate improvement state and the second entry rate improvement state, increase the production variations, and entertain the player. it can.

  (14) When the probability variation concealment effect mode is executed, the jackpot symbol combination indicating that the probability variation concealment effect mode is executed is stopped and displayed. For this reason, it can grasp | ascertain beforehand that probability change secret production mode is performed, and can make a player pay attention.

  (15) When the upper limit number of times of the probability variation / secret rendering mode is reached, the variation pattern distribution table is also changed to the variation pattern distribution table for the second certain variation confirmation performance mode or the normal performance mode, and is controlled by the main control CPU 30a. A variation pattern is determined. For this reason, it can be set as the change time suitable for the production contents of the variation game for every production mode, and a player does not feel uncomfortable. In other words, there is no feeling that the production is extended or short.

  (16) The probability-changing concealment effect mode is executed after the end of the two-round big hit game with a small number of winning prize balls. For this reason, after the jackpot symbol combination indicating that the probability variation concealment effect mode is executed is stopped, the probability variation concealment effect mode can be executed without delay. In addition, since a winning ball cannot be expected, it is possible to pay more attention to whether or not the probability variation state is given in the probability variation and secret effect mode, that is, whether or not the next jackpot game is substantially confirmed.

  (17) During the execution of the effect mode MA or the effect mode MB, when the symbols ZC to ZJ and the symbols ZL to ZS are stopped and displayed as the jackpot symbols, the effect mode MC1 is executed. As described above, during the normal effect mode and the first probability change effect effect mode, the type of the probability change concealment effect mode of the transfer destination is determined in advance. For this reason, it is possible to shift to the probability-changing secret rendering mode suitable for the type of the rendering mode before the transition, and it is easy to improve the interest of the game. In addition, during the execution of the effect mode MD1, when the symbols ZC to ZJ and the symbols ZL to ZS are stopped and displayed as the jackpot symbols, the effect mode MC2 is executed. On the other hand, when the effect mode MD2 is being executed, when the symbols ZC to ZJ and the symbols ZL to ZS are stopped and displayed as the jackpot symbols, the effect mode MC3 is executed. As described above, the type of the certain probability change secret effect mode of the transition destination is determined in advance for each type of the second probability change effect effect mode. For this reason, it can be made to transfer to the probability change secret production mode suitable for the kind of 2nd probability change confirmation production mode, and it is easy to improve the interest of a game.

  And the kind of 2nd probability change effect production mode (and probability change secret production mode) is decided by game history information. For this reason, it is possible to make the game play by paying attention to the game history information (the number of jackpots in the present embodiment), and when the type of the second probability change effect production mode is changed, a sense of achievement is given to the player. be able to.

In addition, the said embodiment can be actualized in another embodiment (another example) as follows.
-In the said embodiment, you may change arbitrarily the kind and number of production modes. For example, production modes MA1 and MA2 corresponding to the production mode MA may be defined. Further, an effect mode MC in which the effect modes MC1 to MC3 are combined may be defined.

  -In the said embodiment, you may control so that a non-entrance rate improvement state and a probability change state may be provided as a gaming state, for example. Further, for example, the first entrance rate improvement state and the uncertain change state may be controlled. Further, for example, in each of the non-entrance rate improvement state, the first entrance rate improvement state, and the second entrance rate improvement state, control is performed so that at least one of the probability variation state and the non-probability variation state is provided. Also good. Any combination of these may be used.

  In the above embodiment, for example, in the non-entrance rate improvement state or the first entrance rate improvement state, it is difficult to specify whether or not the probability variation state is given in the same manner as the second entrance rate improvement state. You may control to. Further, for example, in the second entrance rate improvement state, control is performed so that it is possible to specify whether or not the probability variation state is given, similarly to the non-entrance rate improvement state and the first entrance rate improvement state. Also good.

  In the above embodiment, the first special symbol display device 12a indicating the display result of the first variation game and the second special symbol display device 12b indicating the display result of the second variation game are configured separately. For example, you may comprise integrally. That is, it does not matter whether the special symbol display devices 12a and 12b as display means are integrated or separate.

  In the above embodiment, the bonus amount (advantage) is higher in the second variation game than in the first variation game for both the total opening time in the jackpot game and the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game. Although prescribed, it is not limited to this. For example, if the bonus amount (advantage) is higher in the second variation game than in the first variation game, the privilege amount in the second variation game is not higher than that in the first variation game. You may prescribe to.

  In the above embodiment, in the first variation game and the second variation game, the specified number of rounds in the big hit game, the amount of bonus for the player such as the state that the entrance rate improvement state and the probability variation state are given until the next time It was different, but not limited to this. For example, the number of winning balls that can be acquired may be changed. Further, for example, even if the number of rounds is the same, the bonus amount for the player may be varied by varying the total opening time during which the big winning device 18 is released in the big hit game. In addition, for example, the privilege amount may be varied by changing the probability that the probability variation state is imparted or by varying the grant period. Further, the amount of privilege may be varied by changing the first entry rate improvement state or the second entry rate improvement state or the provision period. In addition, the amount of privilege may be varied by varying the ease with which the big hit game that the big prize opening is opened in an open manner advantageous to the player. In addition, for example, a privilege amount that is not directly related to the appearance of the ball, such as execution of a probability variation effect that makes it easy to specify whether or not it is in a probability variation state, for example, a terminal device owned by a player It may be a privilege amount that is not directly related to the progress of the game, such as being able to acquire a special image. Moreover, although it was prescribed | regulated that the amount of privilege would be larger in the 2nd variation game than the 1st variation game, it is not restricted to this, For example, the amount of privilege is larger in the 1st variation game than the 2nd variation game. Or may be defined in the same manner.

  In the above embodiment, it is defined that the bonus amount related to the big hit is higher in the second variation game than in the first variation game, but not limited to this, for example, the first variation game is more than the second variation game. May be defined such that the privilege amount related to jackpot is high, or may be defined in the same manner.

  In the above-described embodiment, the second entry rate improvement state is defined as the entry rate improvement state in which the privilege amount is higher than the first entry rate improvement state. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The improved state may be defined as an increased entrance rate state with a higher privilege amount than the second improved entrance rate state, or may be defined in the same manner.

  In the above embodiment, for example, based on the type of jackpot, a plurality of types such as 20 times, 40 times, and 60 times may be defined as the upper limit number of times that the entrance rate improvement state is given. You may make it include 0 times to which an improvement state is not provided.

  -In the above embodiment, when a probable big hit is made, each entry rate improvement state is given until the next time after the big hit game ends, while in the case of a non-probable big hit, seven times after the big hit game ends However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in the case of a non-probable big hit, a plurality of upper limit times of the entrance rate improvement state may be defined such as 0 times, 50 times, and 100 times depending on the type of big hit (type of symbol). Further, for example, even for the same jackpot type, depending on the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot, a plurality of types of upper limit times of the entrance rate improvement state may be defined such as 0 times, 50 times, and 100 times. . Further, for example, the same control may be performed not only for non-probable big hits but also for probable big hits, and it does not matter whether or not each entry rate improvement state is given until the next time.

  In the above embodiment, the first operation trigger area 15b is formed downstream of the first path switch SW7 in the first path 15d. However, the present invention is not limited to this, for example, the first path downstream of the first operation trigger area 15b. A switch SW7 may be provided, and the positional relationship may be the same. Further, the second passage switch SW8 is disposed downstream of the second operation trigger region 15c in the second passage 15e. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the second operation trigger region 15c is disposed downstream of the second passage switch SW8. It may be formed and may have the same positional relationship. That is, it is only necessary that the passage switches SW7 and SW8 are provided so as to correspond to the respective passages 15d and 15e (operation trigger regions 15b and 15c).

  In the above embodiment, for example, when various opening / closing means are in the closed state, the closed state where the game ball is difficult to enter or cannot enter, and the game ball can enter, than in the closed state You may make it the open state into which a game ball enters easily. In addition, the open state and the closed state are not limited to those in which the open and closed states are configured. For example, by placing an operating body through which the game ball can pass at the first position, You may control so that it can pass.

  In the above-described embodiment, various effects are executed by displaying an image on the effect display device 11. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, sound from a speaker, light emission from a lamp, vibration of a vibration unit, movable It may be a body displacement, air blown from a blower, or a combination thereof.

  In the above embodiment, each non-electric opening / closing blade 21b, 22b is operated so as to be able to take an open state and a closed state by interlocking each opening mechanism and each operating mechanism 21c, 22c as each closing mechanism. However, it is not limited to this. For example, sprockets that are displaced each time a game ball passes are used as the operating mechanisms 21c and 22c. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when an upper limit number of game balls are held and an upper limit number of game balls are held, In addition, each of the non-electric opening / closing blades 21b and 22b may be configured to operate from an open state to a closed state. Further, for example, these configurations may be configured so as to be included in the normal electric winning award 15 and the non-electric starting start winning ports 21 and 22, or may be configured separately from these. That is, you may comprise so that it may be comprised so that each open mechanism and each closing mechanism may be included in the normal electric prize-winning port 15 and each non-electric start prize-winning port 21,22.

  In the above embodiment, the first upper limit number for operating the first non-electric start winning port 21 in the closed state and the second upper limit number for operating the second non-electric start winning port 22 in the closed state are defined as the same number. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it may be defined as a different number. Further, for example, it may be one or three or more instead of two.

  In the above embodiment, when the opening / closing mode determination table TA is referred to, the first entrance rate improvement state is high with a high probability, and when the opening / closing mode determination table TB is referred to, the second entrance rate improvement state is with a high probability. It was made to become. As another example, when the opening / closing mode determination table TA is referred to, the first entering rate is always improved, and when the opening / closing mode determining table TB is referred to, the second entering rate is always improved. May be. In this case, it can be realized by changing the open pattern that can be determined for each table.

  In the above-described embodiment, the sorting shutter 41 is operated with one operation pattern. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the sorting shutter 41 may be operated with a plurality of operation patterns. Moreover, you may open the opening-and-closing piece 16 by the completely different opening pattern by the 1st entrance rate improvement state and the 2nd entrance rate improvement state.

  In the above embodiment, when the open / close piece 16 and the non-electric opening / closing blades 21b and 22b are closed at the normal electric winning opening 15 and the non-electric starting start winning openings 21 and 22, a game ball cannot be entered. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a game ball may be able to enter if it is harder to enter than in an open state.

  In the above embodiment, the opening / closing piece 16 is closed for a predetermined time before the switching by the distribution shutter 41 is performed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a predetermined time is used. It is not set, and switching of the distribution by the distribution shutter 41 may be performed immediately after the opening / closing piece 16 changes from the open state to the closed state.

  In the above embodiment, when the distribution shutter 41 is in the first position, the game ball is always guided to the first operation trigger area 15b, and when the distribution shutter 41 is in the second position, the game operation ball is always in the second operation trigger area 15c. Although a game ball was guided, it is not restricted to this. For example, when the sorting shutter 41 is in the first position, the possibility is lower than in the first operation trigger area 15b, but the game ball may be guided to the second operation trigger area 15c. For example, when the sorting shutter 41 is in the second position, the possibility is lower than that in the second operation trigger area 15c, but the game ball may be guided to the first operation trigger area 15b.

  In the above-described embodiment, for example, the ordinary electric winning award port 15, the operation gate 19, and the non-electric starting award winning ports 21, 22 may be disposed in the first flow path, respectively. Further, for example, the first start winning opening 14 may be disposed in each of the second flow paths. Moreover, in the said embodiment, although the operation gate 19, the normal electric prize-winning opening 15, the 2nd non-electric start prize-winning opening 22, and the 1st non-electric start prize-winning opening 21 were arrange | positioned in order from the top, it is not restricted to this. For example, there is no problem even if the operating gate 19 is disposed below.

  In the above embodiment, the second variation game is controlled to be executed with priority over the first variation game. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the first variation game and the second variation game are executed according to the winning order. You may control to make it. Further, for example, the first variation game and the second variation game may be executed simultaneously. Also, instead of two types of variable games, for example, one type or three or more types of variable games may be executed. In the second embodiment, the first variation game and the accessory game may be provided without providing the second variation game.

  In the above-described embodiment, the first operation trigger region 15b that operates so that the first non-electric start winning port 21 is opened, and the second that operates so that the second non-electric start winning port 22 is opened. Although the operation opportunity area | region 15c was comprised as the several passage area | region in the normal electric prize winning opening 15, it does not restrict to this. For example, in addition to each of the operation trigger areas 15b and 15c, as a path that branches separately from the first non-electric start winning port 21 and the second non-electric start winning port 22, the first non-electric start winning port 21 and the second non-electric start winning port 21 A non-operation opportunity region where the electric start winning award 22 cannot be in an open state may be formed in the ordinary electric winning award 15. Further, for example, at least one operation opportunity region may be formed in the ordinary electric prize winning opening 15. Further, the respective operation opportunity areas 15 b and 15 c may not be formed in the ordinary electric winning opening 15, but may be formed in a connecting rod or the like communicated from the ordinary electric winning opening 15. That is, each operation opportunity area | region 15b, 15c is an area | region where the game ball won from each prize opening other than the normal electric prize opening 15 cannot pass, and the game ball won from the normal electric prize opening 15 can pass. I just need it.

  In the above embodiment, the transition probability to the second entrance rate improvement state is defined to be the same in the non-entrance rate improvement state and the first entrance rate improvement state. The transition probability to the second entrance rate improvement state may be different between the non-entrance rate improvement state and the first entrance rate improvement state. In particular, if it is defined that a transition from the first entrance rate improvement state to the second entrance rate improvement state can be made with a higher probability from the non-entrance rate improvement state than the second entrance rate improvement state, The privilege amount with respect to the transition from the improved ball percentage state to the first incoming ball percentage improved state is increased, which is preferable.

  In the above embodiment, for example, the winning probability per normal may be made different depending on whether it is in the non-entrance rate improvement state or the entrance rate improvement state (each entrance rate improvement state). In the improved state, it is preferable to be defined as a winning probability (for example, 0/65535 or 1/65535) that is not won in general.

  In the above embodiment, for example, as the entrance rate improvement state, the fluctuation time of the regular game is shortened, the lottery probability of the lottery per common figure is increased, the total opening time of the opening / closing piece 16 is increased, and the fluctuation due to the special symbol It is only necessary to include at least one of the shortening of the game variation time.

  In the above-described embodiment, the non-electric start start winning ports 21 and 22 are opened due to the weight of the non-electric open / close blades 21b and 22b. The non-electric start winning ports 21 and 22 may be closed.

  -In the above-mentioned embodiment, although each non-electric start prize opening 21 and 22 was adopted as a non-electrical accessory, it is not restricted to this, For example, you may be adopted as an electric accessory. In addition, for example, in each non-electric start start winning opening 21, 22, any one of a closed state to an open state, an open state to a closed state may be electrically operated, and the other may be operated non-electrically. That is, at each of the non-electric start start winning ports 21, 22, at least one of the closed state to the open state and the open state to the closed state may be electrically operated. In addition, for example, even when it is electrically operated, it may be controlled via the main control CPU 30a or may be controlled without going through the main control CPU 30a.

  -In the above embodiment, the big hit symbol specifies the distribution pattern of the variation pattern, the switching timing of the production mode, the presence / absence of the probability variation state, the presence / absence of the entrance rate improvement state, the type of the entrance rate improvement state to be given, etc. It was configured to be possible. As another example, instead of the jackpot symbol, the type of jackpot (or jackpot game) may be determined, and the information may be specified by the type of jackpot (or jackpot game). At that time, the main control CPU 30a notifies the effect control board 31 (effect control CPU 31a) of the type of jackpot (or jackpot game) to be given, if necessary.

  -In the said embodiment, you may change arbitrarily distribution of each special figure in a jackpot symbol. Accordingly, the type of opening / closing mode determination table, the probability of giving the improved entrance rate, the giving probability of the first improved entrance rate, the giving probability of the improved 2nd entrance rate, the assigned probability of the probability variation state, etc. You may change arbitrarily. In addition, in Fig. 1 and Fig. 2, the probability of giving the improved entrance rate, the assigning probability of the improved 1st entrance rate, the assigning probability of the improved 2nd entrance rate, the probability of giving the probability variation state, etc. are arbitrary. May be changed to different.

  -In the said embodiment, when the 1st entrance rate improvement state was provided, the probability variation state was always provided, but you may make it not provide. In that case, the probability variation concealment effect mode may be executed, and the notification effect may be executed in a predetermined effect period. Thereby, even if it is a 1st entrance rate improvement state, a player can be made to pay attention about the presence or absence of a probability change state, and an interest improves.

  In the above embodiment, after the jackpot game is over, until the predetermined number of fluctuating games are executed, it is not notified which of the first entry rate improvement state and the second entry rate improvement state is given. (That is, it may be kept secret). Even if configured in this way, the player makes a judgment until either the first non-electrical opening / closing blade 21b or the second non-electrical opening / closing blade 22b is frequently opened by causing the game ball to enter the normal electric winning opening 15 Since it is not connected, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by paying attention to this point. At this time, the first non-electrical opening / closing blade 22b can be opened even in the first incoming rate improvement state (or even in the second incoming rate improvement state). 21b can be opened), by appropriately changing the opening pattern of the opening and closing pieces 16 and the distribution pattern of the normal symbols, the player can be effectively confused.

In the above embodiment, the first entrance rate improvement state and the second entrance rate improvement state are configured to end when it is notified that the probability variation state is not given. good.
-In the above embodiment, when the probability variation concealment effect mode is executed, the jackpot symbol combination indicating that the probability variation concealment effect mode is executed is stopped, but even if the jackpot symbol combination is changed arbitrarily good. For example, the same jackpot symbol combination as when the symbol ZA, the symbol ZB, and the symbol ZK are stopped and displayed may be determined.

  In the above embodiment, when the symbols ZC to ZJ and the symbols ZL to ZS are stopped and displayed, the main control CPU 30a specifies the number of executions of the variable game according to the type of jackpot symbol that was previously stopped and displayed. The distribution of the variation pattern is changed for each execution number until the mode upper limit number is reached, but it is not necessary to change for each execution number. The effect control CPU 31a may simply change the sub variation pattern in accordance with the number of times the variation game is executed. In addition, when symbols ZC to ZJ and symbols ZL to ZS are stopped and displayed, even after the number of executions of the variable game reaches the mode upper limit number specified according to the type of jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed last time, Although the fluctuation pattern distribution table is changed, it is not necessary to change it. That is, the variation pattern may be determined using the same variation pattern distribution table after the end of the big hit game. In this case, the effect control CPU 31a may only change the sub variation pattern in accordance with the number of times the variation game is executed.

  In the above embodiment, the probability variation concealment effect mode is executed after the end of the two-round jackpot game. May be executed.

  In the above-described embodiment, the type of the certain probability change secret effect mode at the transition destination is associated with each type of the second certain probability change effect mode. In other words, the probability change / secret display mode may be determined by lottery.

  In the above embodiment, the opening / closing mode of the opening / closing piece 16 is determined from among five types of opening / closing modes, but the non-entrance rate improvement state, the first entrance rate improvement state, and the second entrance rate improvement As long as at least one type is prepared for each state, the type may be arbitrarily changed. That is, if the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a and the second non-electric prize winning opening 22a are unlikely to be in the open state in the non-ball-entry rate improvement state, the operation modes and types of the opening / closing piece 16 and the sorting shutter 41, and The distribution probability may be arbitrarily changed. Similarly, if the first non-electric prize winning opening 21a is likely to be in an open state in the first winning rate improvement state, the operation modes, types, and distribution probabilities of the opening / closing piece 16 and the distribution shutter 41 are arbitrarily set. It may be changed. Similarly, if the second non-electrical winning opening 22a is likely to be in the open state in the second entrance rate improvement state, the operation mode, type, and distribution probability of the opening / closing piece 16 and the distribution shutter 41 can be arbitrarily set. It may be changed.

  -In the said embodiment, you may change arbitrarily the content of the jackpot game. For example, the specified number of rounds, distribution, type, number of winning balls that can be acquired, the maximum number of balls entered, the number of winning balls to be paid out for gaming balls that have entered the big winning hole 18a, The opening / closing mode (opening / closing time, number of times of opening, etc.), contents of the big hit effect, etc. may be arbitrarily changed. Further, the distribution of the jackpot symbol and the distribution of the type of jackpot may be arbitrarily changed. Further, the normal hit probability and the big hit probability (both low probability and high probability) may be arbitrarily changed.

  In the above embodiment, the function executed by the effect control board 31 may be executed separately on two boards. For example, an effect control board for controlling the display contents of the effect display device 11 and an overall control board for outputting control signals to the effect control board and controlling other effect execution means (lamps, speakers, etc.) May be. The overall control board may be configured to output a control signal to a control board that controls the other effect execution means.

  In the above embodiment, when symbols ZC to ZJ and symbols ZL to ZS are stopped and displayed, a variation pattern distribution table that is referred to for each number of executions of the variation game is reached after the big hit game is reached until the upper limit is reached. The change pattern and distribution that can be selected were changed. As another example, the selectable variation pattern and distribution may be made the same with reference to the same variation pattern distribution table until the upper limit number is reached. In addition, when symbols ZC to ZJ and symbols ZL to ZS are stopped and displayed, the reference variation pattern distribution table may be changed depending on whether or not the probability variation state is given after the end of the big hit game.

-In the said embodiment, although various interval time was set, the interval time may be changed arbitrarily and does not need to be.
-In the said embodiment, as long as at least 1 type of fluctuation time of a usual game is prepared by the non-entrance rate improvement state and the entrance rate improvement state, you may change the number arbitrarily. Further, the fluctuation time of the usual game may be arbitrarily changed.

  In the above embodiment, each mode execution condition may be arbitrarily changed. For example, in the above embodiment, the number of jackpots stored as the game history information is a predetermined number of times (five times) or more, which is part of the mode execution conditions of the production mode MD2, but the number of jackpots is arbitrary It may be changed. Further, the type of jackpot counted as the number of jackpots stored as the game history information may be arbitrarily changed. For example, the number of jackpots stored as game history information may be counted only when a specific jackpot is awarded. Further, the fact that a specific jackpot effect or game effect or the like has been executed may be stored as game history information, and a condition that a specific jackpot effect or game effect or the like has been executed may be used. In addition, the game execution information includes the number of winning balls, the number of variable games executed with a certain probability change state, and the number of variable games executed with an entry rate improvement state. It may be determined whether or not is established, and the effect mode may be changed.

  In the above embodiment, the opening patterns P1 to P5 define only the opening / closing mode of the opening / closing piece 16, but the distributing mode of the sorting shutter 41 may also be specified. That is, even if the opening / closing mode of the opening / closing piece 16 is the same, by changing the distribution mode of the distribution shutter 41, the ease of passing the game ball to the first operation timing region or the second operation timing region is changed. Can do.

  In the above embodiment, when the probability variation concealment effect mode (effect modes MC1 to MC3) is executed, the second probability change confirmation effect is shown after the probability variation concealment effect mode is set to the second entrance rate improvement state. The mode or the normal performance mode is to be executed. As another example of this, there may be a case where the first certainty-change confirmed effect mode indicating that the first entrance rate improvement state is set is executed.

  In the above embodiment, when a big hit is won in the second floating game, it is easier to determine a big hit with a higher degree of advantage of the player than in a case where the big hit is in the first floating game. As long as the deciding types of jackpots that can be determined differ between the case where a big hit is made in the second variation game and the case where a big win is made in the first variation game, it may be arbitrarily changed.

Next, a technical idea that can be grasped from the above embodiment and another example will be added below.
(A) In the above gaming machine, there may be a plurality of types of the specific jackpots, and the predetermined period may be varied according to the type of the specific jackpot.

  (B) In the above gaming machine, when a non-special state exists as a gaming state, and the non-special state is entered, the normal opening / closing means is unlikely to be in an open state as an operation pattern of the normal opening / closing means and the distributing means. Three patterns may be set.

  (C) In the above gaming machine, a jackpot having a higher advantage to the player is determined than when the second symbol variation game is a big hit and when the first symbol variation game is a big hit. In the non-special state or the first special state, the specific effect mode may be executed when the specific big hit occurs.

  (D) a first opening / closing member that operates so that the first entrance of the game ball is open or closed, and a first that operates so that the second entrance of the game ball is open or closed. When a game ball enters the first opening and closing member, a first starting means that can give a start timing of the first symbol variation game, and a game ball at the second entrance The second starting means that can give the start timing of the second symbol variation game when entering the ball, and when the first symbol variation game or the second symbol variation game is a big hit, Jackpot determining means for determining the type of jackpot from the jackpot, jackpot game granting means for granting a jackpot game corresponding to the type of jackpot determined by the jackpot determining means, and the first entrance is likely to be in an open state. 1 The entrance rate improved state and the 2nd entrance is open An entrance rate improvement state control unit that can set a second entrance rate improvement state that is likely to become a state, and a mode control unit that controls the effect execution unit to cause the effect execution unit to execute the effect mode. The first entry rate improvement state and the second entry rate improvement state are configured to be set according to the determined type of jackpot after the jackpot game ends, and the second symbol variation There are different types of big hits that can be determined depending on whether the game is a big hit or the first symbol variation game is a big hit. If a specific big win is given, The specific effect mode is configured to be executed, and after a predetermined period has elapsed since the execution of the specific effect mode, the first entrance rate improvement state or the second entrance rate improvement state Set If it is, the game machine is characterized in that information corresponding to the ball entrance rate improving the state of being set is informed.

  SW1 ... first start port switch, SW2 ... first non-electric start port switch, SW3 ... second non-electric start port switch, SW4 ... count switch, SW5 ... gate switch, SW6 ... normal electric prize port switch, SW7 ... first Passage switch, SW8 ... second passage switch, 11 ... production display device, 14 ... first start winning opening, 14a ... first winning opening, 15 ... normal electric winning opening (normal entry means), 15a ... normal winning opening ( Normal entrance), 15b... First operation trigger area (operation trigger area, first passing area), 15c... Second operation trigger area (acting trigger area, second passing area), 16. ), 18 ... Grand prize-winning device, 21 ... First non-electric start start prize opening (variable start means, first variable start means), 21a ... First non-electric start prize opening (ball entry opening, first ball entry opening), 21b ... First non-electric opening / closing blade (opening / closing Material, first opening / closing member), 22 ... second non-electric start winning opening (variable starting means, second variable starting means), 22a ... second non-electric start winning opening (entrance entrance, second entrance opening), 22b ... second non-electric opening / closing blade (opening / closing means, second opening / closing means), 30 ... main control board, 30a ... CPU for main control (big hit judging means, state control means, big hit determining means, big hit game giving means, normal hit judgment) Means, starting ball entry control means, special ball entry control means), 31 ... production control board, 31a ... production control CPU (production control means, mode control means, game control means), 41 ... distribution shutter (distribution means) ).

Claims (2)

A first opening / closing member that operates so that the first entrance of the game ball is in an open state or a closed state;
A second opening / closing member that operates so that the second entrance of the game ball is in an open state or a closed state;
When a game ball enters the first entrance, a first starting means capable of giving a start timing of the first symbol variation game;
When a game ball enters the second entrance, a second starting means capable of giving a start timing of the second symbol variation game;
When the first symbol variation game or the second symbol variation game is a big hit, a big hit determining means for determining a big hit type from a plurality of types of big hits;
Jackpot game granting means for granting a jackpot game corresponding to the type of jackpot determined by the jackpot determination means;
A normal hit determination means for determining whether or not the normal symbol variation game is a normal hit;
Normal opening / closing means that operates so that the normal entrance of the game ball can be in an open state and a closed state when a predetermined normal hit display result is displayed in the normal symbol variation game, and from the normal entrance A first operation opportunity area through which a game ball entered can pass, a second operation opportunity area through which a game ball entered from the normal entrance can pass, and a game ball entered into the normal entrance A normal winning device having distribution means for allocating to the first operation opportunity area or the second operation opportunity area;
Special state control means capable of setting a first special state in which the first symbol variation game is likely to be executed and a second special state in which the second symbol variation game is likely to be executed as a gaming state;
Mode control means for controlling the effect execution means to cause the effect execution means to execute the effect mode,
The first opening / closing member operates so as to be able to assume an open state on condition that a game ball has passed through the first operation opportunity region, while the second opening / closing member plays a game in the second operation opportunity region. Operates so that it can be open, subject to the passage of the sphere,
As the operation patterns of the normal opening / closing means and the allocating means, a first operation pattern in which a game ball easily passes through the first operation opportunity area and a second operation ball in which the game ball easily passes through the second operation opportunity area. There is an operation pattern,
In the first special state, the first operation pattern is easily determined from a plurality of operation patterns ,
If a second in the special state rather the second operation pattern is easy determined from among a plurality of operation patterns,
The distribution means includes a first position for distributing the game ball that has entered the normal entrance to the first operation opportunity area, and the game ball that has entered the normal entrance to the second operation opportunity area. To a second position for distribution to
The first operation pattern is a pattern in which the normal opening / closing means operates so that a time during which the normal entrance is open when the distribution means is at the first position is long.
The second operation pattern is a pattern in which the normal opening / closing means operates so that a time during which the normal entrance is open when the distribution means is in the second position is long,
In the second operation pattern, there are a first pattern and a second pattern that are different in timing at which the normal opening / closing means operates so that the normal entrance is in an open state,
The first pattern is a pattern that can be determined in either the first special state or the second special state.
The first special state and the second special state are configured to be set according to the determined type of jackpot after the jackpot game ends,
The determination of the type of jackpot that can be determined is different between the case where the second symbol variation game is a jackpot and the case where the first symbol variation game is a jackpot,
When a specific jackpot is determined, the specific effect mode is configured to be executed as the effect mode, and information corresponding to the special state that is set after the elapse of a predetermined period from the start of the execution of the specific effect mode. A gaming machine characterized by being notified. The second operation pattern further includes a third pattern,
The third pattern is a pattern in which the distribution means switches from the first position to the second position when the normal opening / closing means is operating so that the normal entrance is in an open state. Item 1. A gaming machine according to Item 1 .