JP6457444B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine in which a winning game is performed after completion of a symbol variation effect when a winning display result is displayed in the symbol variation effect.

  A pachinko machine, which is a typical gaming machine, has an inner frame as a main frame in which various members such as a game board and a control device are installed on an outer frame as a fixed frame installed on an installation frame base (not shown) of a game store. And a front frame as a decorative frame provided with a glass plate for see-through protection of the game board is detachably assembled to the front side of the middle frame. In the game board, a game area in which a pachinko ball (game ball) flows down is defined, and a symbol display device (symbol display means) such as a liquid crystal type or a drum type that displays a symbol in a variable manner and produces a symbol variation effect. When the pachinko ball flowing down the game area wins the winning part of the starting winning device (starting winning means) arranged on the game board, the symbol change effect is started on the symbol display device. It is supposed to be. Then, the symbols that are stopped and displayed on the symbol display device become a specific combination (for example, a triple combination of the same symbols, etc.), so that a winning game (big hit game or small hit game) is given, and the player receives a prize ball You will be given the opportunity to win. A pachinko machine is also widely known that is configured so that two winning units are provided in the start winning device and one of the winning units can be opened and closed by an opening / closing means (for example, Patent Document 1).

  In addition, in the pachinko machine described above, the probability variation state that the probability that a big hit will occur when the pachinko ball wins the winning portion (hit probability) is higher than usual, and the winning rate of the pachinko ball to the winning portion is normal. It is configured so that it can be given a variable state (a winning rate improvement state) that is higher than that, and multiple types of game states combining the probability variable state and the variable state are set, and when winning a big hit The game state after the big hit is determined. Specifically, a normal game state in which neither a probability change state nor a change state is given, a probability change game state in which a probability change state and a change state are given, a special probability change game state in which only a probability change state is given, a change A gaming state that can be determined from the four types of gaming states of the short and short gaming state to which only the state is given is set in advance for each model of the pachinko machine.

JP 2006-1116016 A

  However, in the conventional pachinko machine, the game state that can be generated after the big hit game is extremely limited, and there is a problem that the game tends to be monotonous.

  That is, the present invention has been proposed to solve this problem in view of the above-mentioned problems inherent in the gaming machine according to the prior art. An object is to provide a gaming machine that can be improved.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problem and achieve the intended purpose, the invention according to claim 1 of the present invention provides:
Winning probability game balls variable starting winning portions (32) and a plurality of starting winning part the winning probability including the start winning part invariant (31) and (31, 32), the start winning portions (31, 32) A hit determination means (60a) for determining whether or not to generate a winning game triggered by winning a prize, and when the winning determination means (60a) is a winning determination result, a plurality of types of winning games are awarded. A winning game determining means (60a) for determining a winning game to win, and when the winning determining means (60a) is a winning determination result, the winning game determined by the winning game determining means (60a) is provided. In the configured gaming machine,
When the winning determination means (60a) is a winning determination result, a privilege advantage is granted after the winning game in which a benefit advantageous state in which the occurrence frequency of the determination by the hit determination means (60a) is higher than the non-privileged advantageous state is given. A state providing means (60a),
As the privilege advantageous conditions, advantageously degree is set first benefits advantageous state and a second, at least including a plurality of types of benefits advantageous conditions different from each other, the first award advantageous conditions, the per game is performed The expected value of the total number of payout prize balls to be paid out when a predetermined number of game balls are used for the game is set higher than the second privilege advantage state, and the second privilege advantage state is The probability that the determination by the determination means (60a) will be a winning determination result is set higher than the first privilege advantage state,
When the winning determination means (60a) is a winning determination result, the privilege advantageous state that the privilege advantageous state providing means (60a) can grant according to the type of winning game determined by the winning game determining means (60a) Is established,
When the winning game determination means (60a) grants a specific winning game, according to the grant state of the privilege advantageous state when the hit determination that is the trigger for giving the specific winning game is executed, The gist is that the privilege advantage state giving means (60a) is configured to be able to give privilege advantage states having different degrees of advantage.
In this way, by determining a bonus advantageous state that can be granted after a winning game among a plurality of bonus advantageous states according to the type of winning game determined when the hit determination is a winning determination result, Can raise interest in the kind of. In addition, when a specific winning game is given in response to the winning determination being a winning determination result, the bonus advantage that differs after the winning game depends on the state of the bonus advantageous state when the hit determination is made. By configuring so that the state can be given, the gaming state after the winning game changes even for the same type of winning game, and the interest in the gaming state after the winning game can be increased.
The invention according to claim 2
It has a game area (20a) where game balls can flow down,
The first privilege advantageous state is when the game ball is caused to flow down to the second ball flow down area in the game area (20a) rather than the game ball to flow down to the first ball flow down area in the game area (20a). It is easier to increase the winning number of game balls to the start winning portion (31, 32), and the second privilege advantageous state is the first ball than the case where the game ball flows down to the second ball falling area. The gist is that the game ball winning in the start winning portion (31, 32) is more easily increased when the game ball is allowed to flow down into the flow-down area.

The present application includes the following technical ideas.
As the privilege advantageous state, a first privilege advantageous state and a second privilege advantageous state having different degrees of advantage are set,
Regardless of the state of grant of the benefit advantage state when the hit determination means (60a) executes the determination, the benefit advantage state grant means (60a) provides the first benefit advantage state with the first benefit advantage state. Is set,
When the gaming state when the hit determination means (60a) executes the determination is the non-privilege advantageous state, the bonus advantageous state giving means (60a) gives the second privilege advantageous state, and the hit determination means When the game state when (60a) executes the determination is the second privilege advantageous state, the second advantageous game in which the privilege advantageous state giving means (60a) gives the first privilege advantageous state is set. This is the summary.
As described above, when the first winning game is given when the hit determination executed in the non-benefits advantageous state becomes a hit determination result, the first bonus advantageous state is passed through one hit. It becomes. On the other hand, when the second winning game is given when the hit determination executed in the non-benefits advantageous state becomes the hit determination result, the second bonus advantageous state is once entered, and the second The first bonus advantageous state is obtained when the second winning game is given in response to the hit determination performed in the bonus advantageous state being a win determination result. That is, since the process of shifting from the non-privilege advantageous state to the first privilege advantageous state can be varied, interest in the gaming state after winning a game can be increased and the interest of the game can be improved.

The present application includes the following technical ideas.
Display means (17) capable of displaying the game,
Display content control means (65a) for controlling the display content on the display means (17);
Production mode determining means (65a) for determining the production mode from a plurality of different production modes,
The display content control means (65a) is configured to cause the display means (17) to execute an effect based on the effect mode determined by the effect mode determination means (65a),
The gist is that the effect mode determining means (65a) is configured to be able to determine different types of effect modes when a different privilege advantage state is given after the winning game.
In this way, when a different privilege advantage state is given after the winning game, different types of effect modes can be determined, so that the given privilege advantage state can be suggested from the effect contents of the display means. .

The present application includes the following technical ideas.
Display means (17) capable of displaying the game,
Display content control means (65a) for controlling the display content on the display means (17);
Production mode determining means (65a) for determining the production mode from a plurality of different production modes,
The display content control means (65a) is configured to cause the display means (17) to execute an effect based on the effect mode determined by the effect mode determination means (65a),
The gist is that the effect mode determining means (65a) is configured to be able to determine the same type of effect mode when a different privilege advantage state is given after the winning game.
As described above, when the different privilege advantage states are given after the winning game, the same kind of effect mode can be determined, so that it is possible to prevent the granted privilege advantage state from being determined from the effect contents. Thereby, it is possible to increase the player's interest in the game ball winning mode and the winning frequency for the variable winning portion in the process of playing the game. That is, it is possible to increase the interest of the game by dispersing the interest of the player who is easily oriented to the display contents on the display means.

The present application includes the following technical ideas.
As the winning game that can be determined by the winning game determining means (60a), a plurality of types of winning games having different award balls that can be obtained in the winning game are set,
The gist is that a correlation is provided between the number of prize balls that can be obtained in the winning game and the advantage level of the privilege advantage state that can be provided by the privilege advantage state providing means (60a).
In this way, by making a correlation between the number of award balls that can be obtained in a win game and the advantage level of the privilege advantage state that can be given after a win game, the characteristics of the gaming machine are highlighted. The fun of gaming can be improved. For example, in the case of a hit game with a large number of awardable balls, a privilege advantage state that is less advantageous after a win game than in the case of a win game with a small number of awardable balls can be given to the entire game. It can be a gaming machine with a small wave. On the other hand, in the case of a winning game with a large number of awardable balls, a bonus advantageous state having a higher degree of advantage after the winning game than in the case of a winning game with a small number of awardable balls can be given. A certain game can be made possible.

The present application includes the following technical ideas.
A plurality of winning portions including the start winning portion (31, 32) are provided as a winning portion where a predetermined number of game balls are paid out in response to the winning,
As the winning game that can be determined by the winning game determining means (60a), a plurality of types of winning games having different award balls that can be obtained in the winning game are set,
The expected value of the total number of paid-out prize balls to be paid out when a predetermined number of game balls are provided to the game in a state where the winning game is not performed is configured to be different for each privilege advantageous state,
The gist is that the number of prize balls that can be obtained in the winning game corresponds to the expected value of the total number of paid-out prize balls in the privilege advantageous state that is given after the winning game.

  According to the gaming machine according to the present invention, interest in the gaming state after winning a game can be increased and the interest of the game can be improved.

1 is a front view showing a pachinko machine according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. It is a front view which shows a game board, Comprising: The special figure display part, the special figure reservation display part, the general figure display part, and the general figure reservation display part are expanded and shown. It is explanatory drawing which shows the kind of jackpot game. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of a special figure input process. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of a special figure start process. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process following step B15 of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process following step B19 of FIG. It is a block diagram which shows the control structure of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing which shows the game state which concerns on Example 1. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the jackpot game which concerns on Example 1, and the game state which transfers after a jackpot game. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the jackpot game which concerns on Example 1, and the production mode after jackpot game. It is explanatory drawing which shows the game state which concerns on Example 2. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the jackpot game which concerns on Example 2, and the game state which transfers after a jackpot game. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the jackpot game which concerns on Example 2, and the production mode after jackpot game. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the jackpot game which concerns on Example 3, and the game state which transfers after a jackpot game. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the jackpot game which concerns on Example 3, and the production mode after jackpot game.

  Next, a gaming machine according to the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings by giving a preferred embodiment. As a gaming machine, a general pachinko machine will be described as an example. Further, in the following description, “front”, “rear”, “left”, and “right” are states when the pachinko machine is viewed from the front side (player side) as shown in FIG. 1 unless otherwise specified. It points at.

(About pachinko machine 10)
As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment is formed in a rectangular frame shape that opens forward and backward, and is an outer frame as a fixed frame that is installed in a vertically installed posture on an installation frame base (not shown) of a game shop. 11, a middle frame 12 as a main body frame for detachably holding the game board 20 is assembled to be openable and detachable. Then, on the back side of the game board 20, a design pattern (hereinafter referred to as a decorative drawing) is changed when a predetermined condition is established (pachinko ball winning in the starting winning ports 31 and 32 of the starting winning portion 30 described later). An effect display section (display means) 17 as an effect execution means that can be displayed and displayed for a game such as a symbol variation effect is detachably disposed. Further, the front side of the middle frame 12 is covered with a glass plate for transparently protecting the game board 20 or a transparent protective plate (not shown) formed of a transparent synthetic resin material so as to cover the window 13a opened forward and backward. The constructed front frame 13 as a decorative frame is assembled so as to be openable and closable, and a saucer capable of storing pachinko balls is provided at a position below the window 13a, and the ball saucers 14 and 15 are integrally formed with the front frame 13. It can be opened and closed. An upper ball tray 14 and a lower ball tray 15 are assembled to the front frame 13 of the first embodiment in a vertical positional relationship. The ball trays 14 and 15 may be assembled to the middle frame 12 separately from the front frame 13.

  The front frame 13 is provided with a lamp device (light emitting means) 18 so as to surround the outer periphery of the window 13a, and a speaker (sound output) capable of outputting sound and sound effects at an upper position of the front frame 13. Means) 19 is provided. That is, a light-emitting body (not shown) such as an LED provided in the lamp device 18 is turned on / flashes, or an appropriate sound is output from the speaker 19, so that the symbol variation effect on the effect display unit 17 is achieved. It is configured to be able to perform a light emission effect and a sound effect according to the situation. That is, the lamp device 18 disposed in the front frame 13 and the speaker 19 disposed in the middle frame 12 also function as effect execution means.

  Further, an operation handle 16 for operating a ball striking device (not shown) disposed on the middle frame 12 is provided at the lower right position on the front surface of the pachinko machine 10. The operation handle 16 includes an operation lever 16a urged in the left rotation direction. When the player turns the operation lever 16a to rotate right, the hitting ball launching device is operated, Pachinko balls stored in the ball tray 14 are fired one by one toward the game area 20 a of the game board 20. In the first embodiment, the pachinko balls stored in the upper ball tray 14 can be continuously fired toward the game board 20 at intervals of 0.6 (seconds). Here, the hitting force of the pachinko ball by the hitting ball launching device changes in strength according to the turning amount of the operation lever 16a, and the player operates the operation lever 16a to adjust the turning amount. The so-called “left-handed” where a pachinko ball flows down a first ball falling area (described later) in a game area 20a formed on the gaming board 20, and a second ball falling area (described later) in the gaming area 20a. ) Can be distinguished from the so-called “right strike (rubber strike)” in which the pachinko balls flow down. Further, the hitting force of the pachinko ball by the hitting ball launching device is changed in accordance with the amount of rotation of the operation lever 16a, and the player adjusts the amount of rotation of the operation lever 16a, so that the game area The launch position of the pachinko ball to 20a can be arbitrarily changed. In the first embodiment, the effect display unit 17 employs a liquid crystal display device in which a liquid crystal panel capable of displaying various designs, characters, and the like in addition to a decorative drawing is housed in a housing case. The drum-type display device configured to rotate the rotating body displaying a plurality of decorations on the outer surface and perform a symbol variation effect, and a plurality of decorations such as a dot matrix-type effect display unit Various conventionally known display devices that can stop and change the display can be used.

  Further, on the back side of the pachinko machine 10, a payout control board (payout control means) 75 (see FIG. 17) for driving and controlling the ball payout device 76, a launch control board (not shown) for driving and controlling the hitting ball launcher, etc. Is arranged. The payout control board 75 is wired to a main control board 60 disposed on the rear side of the pachinko machine 10, and a payout control signal input from the main control board 60 when a predetermined payout condition is established. Based on this, the payout control board 75 controls the ball payout device 76 to pay out a predetermined number of pachinko balls as prize balls.

(About game board 20)
As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 20 is a substantially rectangular plate member formed of a veneer material or a synthetic resin material, and the effect display unit 17 is detachably assembled to the back side of the game board 20. It has been. A guide rail 21 curved in a substantially circular shape is disposed on the front surface of the game board 20, and a game area 20 a in which a pachinko ball flows down is defined by the guide rail 21. A game is played when a pachinko ball launched from a not-shown hitting ball launching device is launched into the game area 20a. Further, the game board 20 has an opening (not shown) penetrating in the front-rear direction at an appropriate position, and various game board installation parts (specifically, a frame shape to be described later) with respect to each installation opening. A decorative body 25, various winning parts 30, 34, 45, a gate part 48, etc.) are attached from the front side, and at the lowermost position of the game area 20a, an out port for discharging a pachinko ball launched into the game area 20a 22 has been established. It should be noted that the number of the mounting openings is appropriately determined as necessary depending on the number of game board installation parts attached to the game board 20 and the arrangement positions.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 2, the game board 20 according to the first embodiment has a center role formed in a frame shape that opens in the front and rear, substantially at the center of the game area 20a surrounded by the guide rails 21. A frame-shaped decorative body 25 is attached, and is arranged so that various game effect parts face a display window 25 a defined inside the opening of the frame-shaped decorative body 25. The image display surface 17 a of the effect display unit 17 is configured to face the front side of the game board 20 through the display window 25 a of the frame-shaped decorative body 25. The game board 20 is provided with a large number of game nails 23 in the game area 20a, and rotates on the left side of the frame-shaped decorative body 25 in accordance with the contact of a pachinko ball flowing down the game area 20a. A so-called “windmill” rotating guide member 24 is rotatably supported, and pachinko balls flowing down the game area 20a come into contact with the game nail 23 and the rotating guide member 24 so that the flow direction is irregular. It is configured to change.

  That is, the game area 20 a defined outside the frame-shaped decorative body 25 includes a first ball flow area where the pachinko balls flow down on the left side of the frame-shaped decorative body 25 and a pachinko on the right side of the frame-shaped decorative body 25. The ball is divided into a second ball flow area where the ball flows down, and the pachinko ball launched into the game area 20a flows down either the first ball flow area or the second ball flow area depending on the arrival position. Is done. Thereby, the operation lever 16a of the operation handle 16 is rotated to adjust the hitting force, so that the so-called left-handed game operation mode in which the pachinko ball flows down the first ball falling area and the pachinko ball is the second ball. The player can arbitrarily select any one of so-called right-handed game operation modes that flow down the flow-down area.

  Further, the game board 20 is provided with winning portions 30, 40, 45 provided with winning holes 31, 32, 41, 46 in which pachinko balls flowing down the game area 20a can win, Pachinko ball winnings (specifically, detection by winning detection sensors 35, 36, 44, and 47, which will be described later) for each winning opening 31, 32, 41, 46 are used for each winning opening. The number of award balls determined in the above is paid out. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the winning condition of the winning ball is satisfied and the symbol variation effect (a special feature described later) is triggered by the winning of the pachinko ball (specifically, detection of the pachinko ball by the start winning detection sensors 35 and 36). Pachinko balls can be won and the pachinko balls can be won by the occurrence of a winning game (start winning means) 31 and 32 satisfying the starting condition of the figure fluctuation display) and a winning game as a special game described later. More specifically, a special winning opening (special winning means) 41 that establishes a payout condition for a winning ball when triggered by a special winning detection sensor 44 and a pachinko ball winning (specifically, a normal winning detection sensor). A normal winning opening 46 is provided in which a winning ball payout condition is established when the pachinko ball is detected by 47). In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the start winning portion 30 having the start winning ports 31, 32 is provided below the frame-shaped decorative body 25, and the special winning portion 40 having the special winning opening 41 is started. A normal winning portion 45 having the normal winning opening 46 is provided on the left side of the special winning portion 40 while being provided below the winning portion 30. Further, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, a big hit game is set as the winning game in which the gaming state after the winning game is determined according to the type of the winning game.

(Starting prize section 30)
As shown in FIG. 2, the start winning section 30 is provided with two start winning ports 31, 32 in a vertical positional relationship. Here, the first start winning opening (first start winning section) 31 located on the upper side is always opened upward with a certain opening width in the game area 20a so that a pachinko ball can win. In addition, the second start winning opening (second start winning section) 32 located on the lower side is provided with opening and closing members (opening / closing means) 34, 34 configured to be able to open and close the second starting winning opening 32. The opening / closing members 34 and 34 are configured to be displaced between a closed position for closing the second start winning opening 32 and an open position for opening the second winning prize opening 32 in accordance with the driving of the start winning solenoid 33 (see FIG. 8) as a driving means. In the first embodiment, a pair of opening and closing members 34 and 34 for opening and closing the second start winning opening 32 are arranged on the left and right sides sandwiching the second starting winning opening 32, and the pair is opened as the start winning solenoid 33 is driven. The open / close members 34, 34 are swung so as to approach and separate from each other. In addition, the first start winning port 31 and the second start winning port 32 do not have to be provided in one start winning unit 30, and each of the start winning ports 31, 32 can be provided individually. is there.

  That is, in the first embodiment, the first start winning opening 31 is configured such that the pachinko balls flowing down the game area 20a can always win with a certain probability, and the second starting winning opening 32 drives the start winning solenoid 33. By doing so, the winning probability of the pachinko ball can be varied. As described above, in the start winning section 30 of the first embodiment, the first start winning opening 31 located on the upper side functions as a fixed starting opening that cannot change the winning aspect of the pachinko ball, and the second starting winning prize located on the lower side. The mouth 32 is configured to function as a variable start opening provided with opening / closing means capable of changing the winning mode of the pachinko ball. Here, in a state where the opening and closing members 34, 34 are displaced to the closed position, winning of the pachinko ball into the second start winning opening 32 is blocked, and the pachinko ball flowing down the game area 20a becomes the first start winning prize. The probability of winning the second start winning opening 32 is set to be lower than the probability of winning the opening 31. On the other hand, in the state where the opening / closing member 34 is displaced to the open position, the pachinko balls received by the opening / closing member 34 are guided to the second start winning opening 32, so that the pachinko balls flowing down the game area 20a are generated. The probability of winning a prize at the second start prize port 32 is set to be higher than the probability of winning a prize at the first start prize port 31. In the first embodiment, the pachinko ball is configured not to win the second start winning opening 32 in a state where the opening / closing member 34 is displaced to the closed position (winning probability 0%). Alternatively, the second start winning opening 32 may be opened.

  In addition, the game board 20 of the first embodiment has a first start when the pachinko ball flows down the first ball flow area (when left-handed), compared to when the pachinko ball flows down the second ball flow area. The pachinko ball is configured to be highly likely to win (win) in the winning opening 31, and when the pachinko ball flows down the second ball falling area (when it is hit to the right), the pachinko ball is the first. The pachinko ball is configured to be more likely to win (enter) the second start winning opening 32 as compared to the case where the ball flows down. Specifically, the game board 20 has a plurality of games that restricts the pachinko ball flowing down the second ball flow-down area from moving toward the first start winning opening 31 at the lower right position of the frame-shaped decorative body 25. The nail 23 is disposed, and the pachinko ball that flows down the second ball falling area is configured not to win the first start winning opening 31.

  In addition, the pachinko machine 10 is provided with start winning detection sensors 35 and 36 (see FIG. 8) as start winning detection means for detecting pachinko balls winning in the first and second start winning ports 31 and 32. Yes. The start winning detection sensors 35 and 36 are connected to a main control board 60 (see FIG. 8) disposed on the back side of the pachinko machine 10. Then, the main control CPU 60a determines the payout of the winning ball, based on the fact that the ball detection signal from the start winning detection sensors 35, 36 is input to the main control CPU 60a of the main control board 60, and the main control CPU 60a determines the payout of the winning ball. Based on the determination, a payout control signal is output from the main control board 60 to the payout control board 75. That is, the main control CPU 60a has a function as a prize ball number determining means for determining the number of prize balls to be paid out when a predetermined payout condition is established. Specifically, when the payout condition for the winning ball is satisfied by the detection of the pachinko ball by the starting winning detection sensor 35 corresponding to the first starting winning port 31 (that is, the winning of the pachinko ball into the first starting winning port 31). The main control CPU 60a is set to determine the payout of a predetermined number (three in the first embodiment) of prize balls. In addition, when the winning ball payout condition is satisfied by the detection of the pachinko ball by the starting winning detection sensor 35 corresponding to the second starting winning port 32 (that is, the winning of the pachinko ball to the second starting winning port 32), The main control CPU 60a pays out a predetermined number (three in the first embodiment) of prize balls. It should be noted that the number of payout balls at the time of winning at the second start winning port 32 is larger than that at the time of winning at the first starting winning port 31, or the second start winning at the time of winning at the first start winning port 31. The number of paid-out prize balls at the time of winning a prize in the mouth 32 may be reduced.

  Further, the main control CPU 60a uses the start winning detection sensors 35 and 36 to detect pachinko balls (that is, the winning of the pachinko balls to the first and second start winning ports 31 and 32), and the main control CPU 60a performs various winning information ( Various random number information (to be described later) is acquired, and special figure hit determination (win determination) to be described later is performed based on the acquired winning information. Based on the result of the special figure determination, a symbol variation effect is executed in the effect display unit 17, and a special diagram variation display is performed in special diagram display units 50A and 50B described later. Then, as a result of the symbol variation effect on the effect display unit 17, the decoration diagram is fixedly stopped and displayed on the effect display unit 17 with a symbol combination (for example, a set of three same decorative drawings) that is a predetermined hit display. Thus, a winning game that is advantageous to the player is given, and the special winning opening 41 is opened under a predetermined opening condition with the occurrence of the winning game, so that the player can have an opportunity to win a prize ball. ing. The start winning detection sensors 35 and 36 are provided for each of the start winning openings 31, 32. In the following description, the sensor corresponding to the first start winning opening 31 is referred to as a first start winning detection sensor (first start winning prize). The sensor corresponding to the second start winning opening 32 may be referred to as a second start winning detection sensor (second start winning detection means) 36.

(About the special prize winning section 40)
As shown in FIG. 2, the special winning portion 40 includes an opening / closing door (opening / closing means) 43 for opening and closing a special winning opening 41 as a special winning means opening in the game area 20a. As the special winning solenoid 42 (see FIG. 8) is driven, the open / close member 43 is displaced between a closed position and an open position. In the first embodiment, the special winning opening 41 is configured to be opened and closed by swinging the opening and closing member 43 in the front-rear direction, and the state where the special winning opening 41 is closed by the opening and closing member 43 is shown in FIG. . Further, the special prize winning section 40 is provided with a special prize detection sensor 44 (see FIG. 8) as a special prize detection means for detecting a pachinko ball won in the special prize opening 41, and the special prize detection sensor 44. Are connected to the main control board 60 by wiring. Then, the main control CPU 60a determines the payout of the winning ball, based on the fact that the ball detection signal from the special winning detection sensor 44 is input to the main control CPU 60a of the main control board 60, and the main control CPU 60a determines the payout of the winning ball. Based on this, a payout control signal is output from the main control board 60 to the payout control board 75. When the payout condition for the winning ball is satisfied by the detection of the pachinko ball by the special winning detection sensor 44 corresponding to the special winning port 41 (that is, the winning of the pachinko ball into the special winning port 41), the main control CPU 60a performs predetermined processing. The number (15 in the first embodiment) is set to determine the payout of prize balls. Here, the special winning solenoid 42 is provided according to the opening / closing conditions corresponding to the type of the winning game when a winning game for opening the special winning portion 40 is given in response to the winning of the pachinko ball to the starting winning portion 30. The main control board 60 is driven and controlled to open and close the special winning opening 41.

(Regular winning part 45)
As shown in FIG. 2, the normal winning portion 45 includes a normal winning opening 46 that always opens upward with a certain opening width in the game area 20a of the game board 20, and flows down the game area 20a. The pachinko ball is always configured to be able to win the normal winning slot 46 with a certain probability. The normal winning opening 46 is provided with a normal winning detection sensor 47 (see FIG. 8) as a normal winning detecting means for detecting a pachinko ball won in the normal winning opening 46, and the normal winning detection sensor 47. Are connected to the main control board 60 by wiring. Then, the main control CPU 60a determines the payout of the winning ball, based on the fact that the ball detection signal from the normal winning detection sensor 47 is input to the main control CPU 60a of the main control board 60, and the main control CPU 60a determines the payout of the winning ball. Based on this, a payout control signal is output from the main control board 60 to the payout control board 75. When the payout condition for the winning ball is satisfied by the detection of the pachinko ball by the normal winning detection sensor 47 corresponding to the normal winning port 46 (that is, the winning of the pachinko ball into the normal winning port 46), the main control CPU 60a performs a predetermined process. A number (8 in the first embodiment) of winning balls is set to be determined.

(About the gate part 48)
As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the game board 20 has a left side of the frame-shaped decorative body 25 (first sphere falling area) and a right side of the start winning portion 30 (second sphere falling area). Each is provided with a gate portion 48 as a ball passage portion through which a pachinko ball flowing down the game area 20a can pass. Each gate portion 48 is provided with a gate sensor (ball passage detecting means) 49 (see FIG. 8), and is configured to detect a pachinko ball passing through the gate portion 48 with a corresponding gate sensor 49. Yes. The gate sensor 49 is wired to the main control board 60 (main control CPU 60a), and a sphere detection signal is input from the gate sensor 49 to the main control board 60 (that is, the pachinko sphere of the gate sensor 49 is detected). Along with this, various passage detection information (random information such as random numbers for determining per map to be described later) is acquired, and based on this acquired information, it is configured to perform a per-map determination (lottery per general map) to be described later. ing. The start winning solenoid 33 is driven and controlled in accordance with the result of the lottery per lot, so that the opening and closing members 34 and 34 are opened and closed. That is, the main control CPU 60a according to the first embodiment functions as a winning opening determination unit for determining whether or not to open the second start winning opening 32 based on the detection of the pachinko ball by the gate sensor 49.

(About the game information display part M)
A game information display unit M for displaying various game information determined by the main control CPU 60a is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 20 (in the first embodiment, the lower right position outside the game area 20a in the first embodiment). By confirming the game information display unit M, game information necessary for the game can be appropriately confirmed. Here, the game information display unit M of the first embodiment includes special figure display units 50A and 50B, special figure hold display units 52 and 53, and a general figure display unit 55 as game state display units for displaying the game information. A general-purpose hold display unit 56, a round display unit 57, and a status display unit 58 are provided. The front surface of the game information display unit M is covered with a light-transmitting cover body Ma so that various game information displayed on the game state display unit M can be confirmed via the cover body Ma. Has been.

(Regarding special figure display parts 50A and 50B)
The special figure display sections (display means) 50A, 50B show the result of special figure determination (lottery per special figure) that is performed in response to winning in the first start winning opening 31 and the second starting winning opening 32. It is a display unit that displays a special symbol for notification (hereinafter, referred to as a special symbol) in an identifiable manner. Here, as shown in FIG. 2, the special view display units 50A and 50B display a change display (hereinafter referred to as a special figure change) triggered by a winning (detection by the first start winning detection sensor 35) to the first start winning opening 31. The first special figure display unit 50A for starting the display (which may be referred to as “display”) and the second special start variation display starting with the winning of the second starting winning opening 32 (detection by the second starting winning detection sensor 36). Each of the special figure display parts 50A, 50B is composed of a plurality of (eight in the first embodiment) light emitting display parts. Then, triggered by the winning of the pachinko ball in the first start winning opening 31, a special figure variation display is performed in which the light emission display part of the first special figure display part 50A is sequentially turned on and off, and finally the light emission display part One of a plurality of types of special drawings is displayed according to the lighting position (lighting pattern) where the light is definitely turned on. In addition, when the pachinko ball wins the second start winning opening 32, a special figure change display is performed in which the light emission display part of the second special figure display part 50B is turned on / off, and the light emission part is finally determined. It is configured to display one of a plurality of types of special drawings according to the lighting position (lighting pattern) that is lit in a normal manner. In addition, although each light emission display part of Example 1 is comprised by LED, what is necessary is just a form which can change a display mode by changing a lighting position suitably, and is not limited to this. A small liquid crystal display and other display means capable of displaying special figures can be employed.

  Specifically, the special charts that can be displayed on the special chart display units 50A and 50B are 100 kinds of special charts as a special chart display (big win symbol) that can recognize the winning winning combination, and the discrepancy is recognized. One type of special figure as a special figure deviation display (outlier symbol) to be obtained is set corresponding to each special figure display unit 50A, 50B, and is determined according to the determination result of the special figure determination. One special figure is displayed on the special figure display units 50A and 50B as a result of the special figure variation display. In addition, the number of special symbols as a jackpot symbol or off symbol that can be displayed in each of the special symbol display units 50A and 50B described above is an example, and can be changed as appropriate. Then, a special figure as a big hit display is displayed on either of the special figure display portions 50A, 50B, so that a big hit game corresponding to the win display is continuously given to the player. The jackpot game set in the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment will be described in detail later. In the following description, the special figure fluctuation display performed in the first special figure display unit 50A is referred to as "first special figure fluctuation display", and as a result of the first special figure fluctuation display, the first special figure display unit 50A. The special figure displayed in a fixed stop state may be referred to as special figure 1. Similarly, the special figure fluctuation display performed in the second special figure display unit 50B is referred to as “second special figure fluctuation display”, and as a result of the second special figure fluctuation display, the fixed stop display is displayed on the second special figure display unit 50B. The special figure to be made may be referred to as special figure 2. That is, the special figure display units 50A and 50B of the first embodiment perform symbol variation in accordance with detection of the start winning detection sensors (start winning detection means) 35 and 36, and perform special figure hit determination (first hit determination). It functions as a first symbol display means for displaying the determination result.

(About special figure hold display sections 52 and 53)
The special figure hold display units 52 and 53 store the winning information (various random number information) acquired when the pachinko ball wins the first starting winning port 31 and the second starting winning port 32 in the internal storage means. (In Example 1, when storing as special figure start hold information (start hold information) in the main control RAM 60c), the display unit displays the number of hold of the special figure start hold information in an identifiable manner. Here, as shown in FIG. 2, the special figure holding display units 52 and 53 receive the winning information (various random number information) acquired when the pachinko ball wins the first start winning opening 31 in the main control RAM 60c. The first special figure hold display unit 52 that displays the number of holds stored as the first special figure start hold information, and winning information (various random number information) acquired when the pachinko ball wins the second start winning opening 32 The main control RAM 60c includes a second special figure hold display unit 53 that displays the number of holds stored as the second special figure start hold information, and each of the special figure hold display units 52 and 53 includes a plurality of (Example 1). In this case, it is composed of two light emitting display portions. There is provided a first special figure hold display section 52 having a light emitting display section composed of a plurality of LEDs (two in the first embodiment) for displaying the number of hold of the first special figure start hold information. A second special figure hold display unit 53 is provided in which a light emitting display unit is configured from a plurality of LEDs (two in the first embodiment) that display the number of hold of the figure start hold information. That is, the display contents of the first and second special figure hold display units 52 and 53 notify the number of the first special figure change display and the second special figure change display that are held (the number of symbol change effects). The

  Here, the number of holds in the first special figure start hold information displayed on the first special figure hold display section 52 is incremented by 1 when the pachinko ball wins the first start winning opening 31, and the first 1 is subtracted every time special figure change display (design change effect) is performed. Similarly, the number of holds of the second special figure start hold information displayed on the second special figure hold display section 53 is incremented by 1 when the pachinko ball wins the second start winning opening 32 and the second 1 is subtracted every time special figure change display (design change effect) is performed. Note that a predetermined upper limit number (“4” for both in the first embodiment) is set for the number of holds of the first and second special figure start hold information, and the first and second numbers up to the upper limit number are set. It is set so that the number of holdings of the special figure start hold information can be added. Each of the first and second special figure hold display sections 52 and 53 is composed of a plurality of adjacent (two in the first embodiment) LEDs, and each start hold storage number is “1” to “ In the case of “2”, the corresponding special figure hold display sections 52 and 53 are lit in order from the left, and in the case where each start hold storage number is “3” to “4”, the corresponding special figure hold display sections 52 and 53 are displayed. Flashes in order from the left, so that the player can grasp the number of the hold information.

(About the general map display 55)
The universal symbol display part (second symbol display means) 55 is a universal symbol determination (lottery per universal symbol) triggered by the detection of the pachinko ball of the gate sensor 49 (passage of the pachinko ball of the gate part 48). It is a display unit that displays a normal symbol for notification (hereinafter referred to as a general map) indicating the result of the above. Here, as shown in FIG. 2, in the general-purpose display unit 55, a plurality of types of general-purpose drawings are changed in response to detection of pachinko spheres by the gate sensor 49 (passage of pachinko spheres by the gate unit 48). Fluctuation display for deriving general maps (hereinafter sometimes referred to as general map variation display) is performed. In the first embodiment, plural types (three types in the first embodiment) of common maps are displayed in the light emission mode of two LEDs. Specifically, three types of common diagrams are shown according to a light emitting mode in which only the right LED is lit, a light emitting mode in which only the left LED is lit, and a light emitting mode in which the left and right LEDs are lit. In the following, the common figure shown when only the right LED is lit is normal figure A, the general figure shown when only the left LED is lit is normal figure B, and the left and right LEDs are lit. The common figure to be made is assumed to be a common figure C Then, from the final lighting result of the general map display section 55, it is possible to recognize the normal map hit or miss. Specifically, when the result of the universal map hit determination is out of place, the universal map A is displayed on the universal map display unit 55, and when the hit is successful, the universal map B or C is displayed on the universal map display unit 55. It is configured as follows. In other words, the common figure that can recognize this per unit map is displayed as the per unit map, and the normal figure that can recognize the outage is displayed as the misplaced display. In other words, the universal symbol display unit 55 of the first embodiment performs symbol variation in accordance with the detection of the gate sensor 49 (ball passage detection means) and displays the determination result of the universal symbol determination (second hit determination). It functions as the second symbol display means.

(Regarding the general map hold display section 56)
The usual figure hold display unit 56 stores the ball passage detection information (various random number information such as random numbers for judgment per common figure) acquired when the pachinko ball passes through the gate unit 48 in the storage means (implementation). In the first example, the display unit displays the number of holdings of the general-purpose map start hold information in an identifiable manner when the main control RAM 60c) stores the general-purpose map start hold information (start-up hold information). Here, as shown in FIG. 2, the universal map hold display unit 56 is composed of a plurality of (two in the first embodiment) light emitting display units, depending on the display contents of the general map hold display unit 56. The number of changes in the usual map that is put on hold is notified. The number of the reserved map start reserved displayed in the map hold display unit 56 is incremented by 1 when the pachinko ball passes through the gate unit 48, and is subtracted by 1 when the map variation display is started. Note that a predetermined upper limit number (“4” in the first embodiment) is set as the number of normal start reserved memories, and the normal start reserved memory number can be added up to the upper limit number. Specifically, in the general map hold display unit 56 of the first embodiment, the general map hold display unit 56 lights in order from the top when the general map start hold memory number is 1 to 2, and the general map start hold memory number is In the case of 3 to 4, the general map hold display unit 56 blinks in order from the top, so that the number of holds on which the normal map change display is performed can be grasped.

(About the production display unit 17)
As shown in FIG. 2, a plurality of symbol rows 26 a, 26 b, and 26 c that can variably display the decoration diagram are set in the effect display unit 17, and the first start winning opening 31 or the second start winning prize is set. With the winning of the mouth 32 as a trigger, the decorative drawings of the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c are started to change. In the effect display unit 17 of the first embodiment, a plurality of effective stop positions 27 at which one decorative drawing can be stopped and displayed as a result of the symbol variation effect are set in the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c, respectively. By the effect, a symbol combination of decorations that is fixedly stopped and displayed on a stop symbol effective line obtained by combining the effective stop positions 27 of the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c is derived. In the effect display unit 17 of the first embodiment, three symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c are set in a horizontal and horizontal arrangement, and an effective stop position 27 of the decorative drawing is provided for each symbol row 26a, 26b, and 26c. Are determined one by one, and the symbol variation effect is performed in a state in which three decoration drawings can be stopped and displayed simultaneously. In the following description, the left symbol row 26a, the middle symbol row 26b, and the right symbol row 26c may be referred to in order from the left side.

  In addition, the display area of the decorative drawing in each of the symbol rows 26a, 26b, 26c of the effect display unit 17 is configured with a larger area than the first special figure display part 50A and the second special figure display part 50B. The decorative drawing is displayed much larger than the special drawing. For this reason, the player can recognize whether it is a big hit or off from the symbol combination stopped and displayed on the stop symbol effective line of the effect display unit 17.

  The effect display unit 17 is configured to display a variation so that the decoration moves along a predetermined variation direction (vertical direction from top to bottom in the first embodiment) at the start of the symbol variation effect. The decorative drawings that are variably displayed are fixedly stopped in the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c in a predetermined stop order. In Example 1, at the start of the symbol variation effect, the decorative symbols start to vary in the order of the left symbol column 26a, the middle symbol column 26b, and the right symbol column 26c. The left symbol column 26a, the right symbol column 26c, and the middle symbol Based on the variation timing of the decorations that are confirmed and stopped in the order of the column 26b, the decorations of the decorations according to the contents of the effects of the symbol variation effects executed by the effect display unit 17 and the number of stored special drawing start hold information (described later), etc. The variation timing is appropriately changed.

  The “variable display” is a state in which the decorations displayed at the effective stop position 27 are changing in a predetermined order in each of the symbol rows 26a, 26b and 26c. The “definite stop” is a state in which the decorative drawing is displayed at the effective stop position 27 of each of the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c in a state of being continuously stopped for a predetermined special figure variation interval time. In the first embodiment, 1000 ms (milliseconds) is set as the special symbol variation interval time of the symbol variation effect (first special diagram variation display) based on the detection of the first start prize detection sensor 35, and the second start winning detection is detected. 1000 ms is set as the special figure fluctuation interval time of the symbol fluctuation effect (second special figure fluctuation display) based on the detection of the sensor 36. In the effect display unit 17 of the first embodiment, a decoration is displayed at the effective stop position 27 of each of the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c in a “temporary stop” state in which the stop is not continued for the special figure change interval time. It is configured to be able to stop display, and in accordance with the effect contents of the symbol variation effect executed by the effect display unit 17, a decoration mode can be temporarily stopped and displayed so that the variable display is started again. It has become. That is, the temporary stop of the decorative drawing includes a state in which the decorative drawing is displayed in the fluctuation state at the effective stop position 27 and a state in which the decorative drawing is stopped and displayed in a time shorter than the special drawing fluctuation interval time.

  Here, in the first special figure display unit 50A and the effect display unit 17, the first special figure fluctuation display and the symbol fluctuation production related to the first special figure fluctuation display are started, and the special figure 1 and the decorative drawing are displayed in a fixed stop display. Is done. Similarly, in the 2nd special figure display part 50B and the effect display part 17, the 2nd special figure fluctuation display and the symbol fluctuation effect regarding the 2nd special figure fluctuation display are started, and the special figure 2 and the decorative drawing are displayed on the fixed stop. Is done. In the first and second special figure display units 50A and 50B, the special figure fluctuation display is not performed at the same time. When one of the special figure display units 50A and 50B is performing the special figure fluctuation display, The first or second special figure start hold information corresponding to the main control RAM 60c is held and stored.

  In the effect display unit 17 according to the first embodiment, a plurality of types of decorative drawings that are variably displayed in the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c are set. The basic decorative drawings are displayed in the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c. The display is changed in order. Note that the decoration drawing is displayed in a form that allows the player to distinguish and identify each decoration drawing by an arbitrary number, character, pattern, or the like. In this embodiment, the probability variation state that can be given after the end of the big hit game will be described in detail later.

  Then, the decorative symbols of the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c that are confirmed and stopped at the effective stop positions 27 (stop symbol effective lines) of the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c in the effect display unit 17 are combinations of winning symbols. In such a case, it is possible to grasp that a big hit game is given. Here, in the first embodiment, a symbol combination in which the same decorative figure is fixedly stopped and displayed on the stop symbol effective line is set as a jackpot symbol combination. The symbol combination of the decorative figure that can recognize the big hit becomes a big hit display displayed on the effect display unit 17, and a big hit game advantageous to the player is given after the end of the symbol variation effect. On the other hand, if even one of the symbols in all the rows that are confirmed and stopped displayed at the effective stop position 27 of the effect display unit 17 is of a different type, a “hit” in which a big hit game is not given in principle from that symbol combination. Can be recognized. The symbol combination of the decorative drawing that can recognize the detachment becomes the detachment display of the effect display unit 17.

  Further, in the symbol variation effect, the same decorative drawing is stopped and displayed in a specific symbol row (in the first embodiment, the left symbol row 26a and the right symbol row 26c) among the plurality of symbol rows, and the remaining symbol rows ( In the first embodiment, the middle symbol row 26b) is displayed in a variably displayed manner (reach display) so that the player can recognize that the reach has occurred. A specific example of reach display is a combination of symbols in which the same decorative drawing is stopped and displayed in the left symbol row 26a and the right symbol row 26c (“1 ↓ 1”, “4 ↓ 4”, etc.). In addition, “↓” indicates that it is changing. In addition, the decorations of the specific symbol rows (the left symbol row 26a and the right symbol row 26c) forming the reach display are temporarily stopped, and the decoration symbols are stopped and displayed on the remaining symbol rows (middle symbol row 26b). After (temporary stop display), the decorations of all the symbol columns are displayed in a fixed stop display.

  The effect display unit 17 displays a combination of decorative symbols corresponding to the displayed special figure as a result of the special figure variation display performed by the first special figure display unit 50A and the second special figure display unit 50B. Is done. That is, the special figure displayed on the first special figure display part 50A and the second special figure display part 50B and the symbol combination of the decorative picture displayed on the effect display part 17 correspond to each other, and the symbol variation effect is provided. When the process is completed, the special figure is fixed and stopped on the first special figure display unit 50A and the second special figure display unit 50B, and the decorative figure is fixed and displayed on the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c of the effect display unit 17. It is like that. In addition, the symbol combination of the decoration figure with respect to a special symbol is not necessarily one-to-one, and the symbol combination by one decoration figure is selected from among the symbol combinations by a plurality of decoration figures for one special symbol. Yes.

(About probabilistic state)
The pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment has a function of providing a first privilege gaming state as a gaming state advantageous to the player after the big hit game. Here, as a 1st privilege game state, the winning opportunity of the pachinko ball to the special winning opening 41 is a state which increases compared with the state where the said 1st privilege game state is not provided. Specifically, in the first privilege gaming state, the chance of winning a pachinko ball to the special winning opening 41 can be increased by changing the probability per special figure from a low probability to a high probability. In the following description, the first privilege gaming state is referred to as a “probable change state” for convenience.

  The probability variation function is based on the fact that the type of the jackpot symbol (Special Figure 1 or Special Figure 2) that is confirmed and stopped is a predetermined probability variation symbol (specific symbol). This is a function for giving a probability change state in which the probability is changed from a low probability (eg, 509/65536) to a high probability (eg, 5090/65536). Note that a state to which a probability variation state is not assigned is referred to as a non-probability variation state. In this way, if the probability variation state is given, the probability of winning the jackpot will fluctuate with a high probability and the jackpot game is likely to occur, so the probability variation state is advantageous for the player, and the player will be a probability variation jackpot. Playing games while expecting. Here, the probability variation granting condition for imparting the probability variation state is that the type of the jackpot symbol (Special Fig. 1 or Special Fig. 2) displayed in a fixed stop state is a predetermined probability variation symbol (specific symbol) (that is, jackpot game (Species) may be a condition, and a special area is formed in the winning section (special winning section 40) that is opened during the big hit game, and the pachinko ball passes through the special area. You can also. Further, this probability variation state is continuously given until a predetermined condition is satisfied after the big hit game ends, and is configured to shift to the non-probability variation state on condition that the predetermined condition is satisfied. In the first embodiment, the probability variation state is set to be continuously given until the symbol variation effect (special diagram variation display) is executed a predetermined number of times (the number of probability variation) after the big hit. The period during which the probability variation state is given is not limited to the above. For example, the probability variation state may be continuously given until the next big hit game is generated. Also, whether to shift to the uncertain change state for each symbol variation effect (special symbol variation display) is determined based on a random number acquired when the pachinko ball wins the start winning means (falling lottery), and falls into the falling lottery It is also possible to shift to a non-probable change condition on the condition of winning. Here, in the first embodiment, whether or not to give a probability change state after the big hit game is determined according to the type of the big hit game, and a predetermined probability change number (for example, 50 times) after the big hit game ends. Whether a big win game is created before the symbol variation effect is performed, the symbol variation effect is performed for the certain number of times, or the falling lottery is won before the symbol variation effect is performed for the certain number of times of probability variation When either of these is satisfied, the probability variation state is configured to end.

(About variable state)
Further, the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment has a function of giving a second privilege game state (advantageous game state) as a game state advantageous to the player after the big hit game ends. Here, as a 2nd privilege game state, the winning opportunity of the pachinko ball to the said 2nd start winning opening 32 increases compared with the state (1st game state) where the said 2nd privilege game state is not provided. The winning rate is improved. In other words, the winning rate improvement state is a state in which the ratio determined to be per unit time per unit time is improved in the per unit determination made in accordance with the detection of the gate sensor 49. Specifically, in the 2nd award gaming state, (1) shortening the fluctuation time of the normal map change display, (2) changing the probability per base map from low probability to high probability, (3) once per base map By increasing the opening time of the opening / closing member 34 that opens the second start winning opening 32, the chance of winning a pachinko ball to the second starting winning opening 32 can be increased. In the second privilege gaming state, the above (1) to (3) can be used alone or in combination. In addition, when increasing the opening time of the opening / closing member 34 for opening the second start winning port 32 once per map, it may be realized by simply extending the opening time of the opening / closing member 34. It can also be realized by increasing the number of times of opening 34, or these may be combined. In the first embodiment, the second privilege gaming state is referred to as a variable state, and the variable state in the first example is set by combining the above (1) to (3). In addition, a state where the variable state is not assigned is referred to as a non-variable state. In the variable state of the first embodiment, the fluctuation time of the normal map change display performed in the normal map display unit 55 after the hit game ends is shortened, and the probability per base map is low (13800 / in the first embodiment). 65536) to a high probability (65535/65536 in the first embodiment). In addition, the probability per ordinary figure in the non-variable state may be “0”. It should be noted that the interval from the time when the normal map is displayed in a fixed stop until the next normal map change is performed (the normal map change interval) is set to 500 ms.

  In the first embodiment, the variation time of the normal map display and the opening time of the opening / closing member 34 according to the universal map are different, and a plurality of types (specifically, three types) of different degrees of advantage are changed. Short state is set. Therefore, in the following description, there are cases where the first variable state, the second variable state, and the second variable state are distinguished. Specifically, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the fluctuation time of the normal figure change display (normal figure change time) in the non-variable state is set to 2400 milliseconds, and the normal figure change time in the first variable state. Is set to 1500 milliseconds, the normal change time in the second variable state is set to 500 milliseconds, and the change time of the normal change display in the third variable state is set to 300 milliseconds. In addition, the opening / closing member 34 is set to open once with a 100 millisecond opening time in accordance with one normal map in the non-variable state, and in accordance with one general map in the first variable state. The opening / closing member 34 is set to open once with an opening time of 300 milliseconds (total opening time 1000 milliseconds), and the opening / closing member 34 is 1000 milliseconds for each time in the second variable state. The opening time is set to be opened twice (total opening time: 2000 milliseconds), and the opening / closing member 34 is opened three times with the opening time of 800 milliseconds in accordance with one normal drawing in the third variable speed state ( The total opening time is 2400 milliseconds). It should be noted that the normal time variation time and the opening time of the opening / closing member 34 in the non-variable state and each variable state are not limited to this, and the non-variable state, the first variable state, the second variable state, It can be set appropriately so that the pachinko ball can easily win the second start winning opening 32 in the order of the third variable state.

  In addition, a maximum number of winnings (10 in the first embodiment) that allows a winning to the second start winning port 32 per one time is set, and after the opening and closing members 34, 34 are opened, When the number of winnings reaches the upper limit number of winnings, the opening / closing operation of the opening / closing members 34, 34 is forcibly terminated and closed. Here, in Example 1, according to the type (type of jackpot game) of the jackpot symbol (Special Figure 1 or Special Figure 2) won in the jackpot, after the big hit game, the variable state (first to third variable state) Any one of these) is defined (hereinafter referred to as the number of times of change). Specifically, when the type of jackpot symbol (special symbol 1 or special symbol 2) is a predetermined symbol (symbol A, diagram B, symbol C and symbol a, which will be described later in the first embodiment), a predetermined number of times. The variable state (first to third variable states) until the symbol variation effect (total number of first special diagram variation display and second special diagram variation display) is executed (100 times in the first embodiment). Any one of them) is set, and the type of jackpot symbol (Special Fig. 1 or Special Fig. 2) is another predetermined symbol (design D, symbol E and symbol b described later in Example 1). In this case, the variable state (first time) until a different number of times (50 times in the first embodiment) of the symbol variation effect (total number of first special diagram variation display and second special diagram variation display) is executed. To any one of the third variable states) is set. Note that the number of times of change may be set to a fixed number (for example, 100 times) for each jackpot symbol won for the jackpot.

(About gaming state)
As described above, the pachinko machine 10 according to the embodiment switches the game state to a plurality of types (6 types in the embodiment) having different base values by combining the probability variation state grant state and the variable state grant state. It is configured to be able to do. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 9, in the embodiment, the normal gaming state in which the non-probability changing state and the non-changing state are combined, the first advantageous gaming state in which the probability changing state and the first changing state are combined, and the probability changing state. A second advantageous gaming state combining a state and a second variable state, a third advantageous gaming state combining a probability variable state and a third variable state, and a fourth advantage combining a non-probable variable state and a second variable state The game is configured to be able to be played in any game state. Here, as will be described later, the main control CPU 60a determines which gaming state is assigned according to the type of symbol per special symbol, which will be described in detail later. Here, a game state flag corresponding to each game state is set in the storage area of the main control RAM 60c, and “1” is set to the game state flag corresponding to the game state determined by the main control CPU 60a. The other game state flags are set to “0”, and the main control CPU 60a is configured to recognize the current game state according to the state of each game mode flag.

  Here, the base value is an expected value of the total number of payout prize balls to be paid out when a predetermined number of pachinko balls are used in the game in a state in which no big hit game is being performed. It is a value represented by the ratio (M / N × 100) of the number (M) of prize balls to the number (N) of pachinko balls launched into the game area 20a in the gaming state other than. More specifically, the number of pachinko balls that are driven into the game area 20a per unit time, and winning holes that satisfy the award ball payout conditions during the unit time (in the embodiment, the first and second start winning holes 31, 32, the ratio with the number of prize balls paid out when a pachinko ball is won in the regular prize opening 46). Here, the pachinko ball flowing down the game area 20a wins the first start winning opening 31 and the normal winning opening 46 provided in the game board 20 at a certain rate, whereas the second starting winning opening is made. The rate at which the pachinko ball wins the mouth 32 varies depending on the variation time of the normal variation display and the difference in the opening time of the opening / closing member 34 with respect to the common diagram. In other words, the base value differs depending on the state of grant of the variable state and the type of grant in each gaming state.

  Here, in the normal gaming state, a game associated with winning at the start winning opening (first and second starting winning openings 31, 32) can be efficiently performed by playing a game with a left-handed game rather than a right-handed game. It is configured to be in a gaming state, and in the second to third advantageous gaming states, a game associated with a winning at the starting winning port (second starting winning port 32) is performed by playing a game with a right-handed game rather than a left-handed game. It is configured to be in a gaming state that can be performed efficiently. On the other hand, in the first advantageous gaming state, when the first variable state is given, it becomes easier for the pachinko ball to win the second starting winning opening 32 than in the normal gaming state, but to the second starting winning opening 32. The increase in the base value accompanying the increase in the prize-winning opportunities is set to be small, and the winning prize opening (first and second starting prize-winning openings 31, 32) is won by playing the game with the left-handed game rather than the right-handed game. It is configured to be in a gaming state in which a game associated with can be performed efficiently. Specifically, in Example 1, the base value in the normal gaming state is 20, the base value in the first advantageous gaming state is 30, the base value in the second advantageous gaming state is 90, and the base value in the third advantageous gaming state is Is set so that the base value in the fourth advantageous gaming state becomes 90, and the fluctuation time of the normal figure change display in each gaming state and the opening time of the opening and closing member 34 associated with the normal figure are set. That is, there is a possibility that more prize balls will be paid out in the order of the normal game state, the first advantageous game state, the second and fourth advantageous game states, and the third advantageous game state in the state where the big hit game is not performed. It is configured to be in an advantageous state advantageous to a high player.

(About jackpot games)
Next, the jackpot game given by the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment will be described. The jackpot game is set to start after the jackpot symbol is confirmed and stopped on the first special chart display section 50A or the second special chart display section 50B as a result of the special chart fluctuation display, and the winning jackpot game ( The opening / closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 is opened / closed in accordance with the type of the jackpot symbol). In the big hit game of the first embodiment, the round game for opening the opening / closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 is executed for the prescribed number of rounds (10 times and 16 times in the first embodiment) so that the big hit game is completed. It has become. One round game ends when a specified number (for example, nine) of pachinko balls wins a special winning opening 41 or when a specified time (round game time) elapses from the start of each round game. In addition, between each round game in jackpot game, the interval time between rounds in which the opening-and-closing member 43 is hold | maintained in a closed state only for predetermined time is set. Here, the opening / closing mode (opening / closing pattern) of the opening / closing member 43 of the special winning portion 40 in each round game of the jackpot game is that the pachinko balls are continuously fired at a predetermined interval (0.6 second interval in the first embodiment). Under the conditions, a long-time opening operation in which a predetermined number (for example, 9) of pachinko balls determined for a round game in a single opening operation (operation from opening to closing) continues to open for a time that can be won. And a short-time opening operation in which the opening time of the opening / closing member 43 is set shorter than the long-time opening operation. In the first embodiment, the opening / closing member 43 is set to open for a maximum of 25 seconds in the long-time release operation, and is set to open for a maximum of 0.04 seconds in the short-time release operation. .

(About types of jackpot games)
In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, when a big hit determination is won, one big hit game is determined from among a plurality of types of big hit games having different values to be given to the player. A big hit game is awarded. Here, which jackpot game is awarded among a plurality of types of jackpot games is determined based on the type of jackpot symbol (Special Figure 1 and Special Figure 2) determined when winning the jackpot determination. It has become so. Special examples 1 as 100 types of jackpot symbols that can be displayed on the first special symbol display unit 50A in the first embodiment are classified into five groups: symbol A, symbol B, symbol C, symbol D, symbol E. The jackpot game according to the special chart 1 as the jackpot symbol displayed on the first special chart display section 50A is confirmed and stopped. Similarly, the special figure 2 as 100 kinds of jackpot symbols that can be displayed on the second special figure display unit 50B in the first embodiment is classified into two groups of a symbol a and a symbol b, and the second special figure display. The jackpot game according to the special figure 2 as the jackpot symbol displayed in the unit 50B as a fixed stop is given.

(About the relationship between the jackpot symbol and the jackpot game)
When the determination result of the jackpot determination based on the first special figure start hold information (pachinko ball winning to the first start winning opening 31) is affirmative determination, the main control CPU 60a is a plurality of predetermined types It is set to determine one jackpot symbol from the jackpot symbols. Specifically, in the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, five types of jackpot symbols (symbol A) are used based on the special symbol determination random number acquired when the pachinko ball wins the first start winning opening 31. , Symbol B, symbol D, symbol D, symbol E), one big hit symbol is determined. In the pachinko machine of the first embodiment, when the determination result of the big hit determination based on the first special figure start hold information is affirmative determination, the symbol A as the big hit symbol is selected at a rate of 33%, and the big hit at a rate of 4% Symbol B as symbol is selected, symbol D as jackpot symbol is selected at a rate of 15%, symbol E as jackpot symbol is selected at a rate of 15%, symbol E as jackpot symbol at a rate of 33% A special figure determination value is assigned so that is selected. Similarly, when the determination result of the big hit determination based on the second special figure start hold information (pachinko ball winning to the second start winning opening 32) is affirmative determination, the main control CPU 60a is determined in advance. One jackpot symbol is set to be determined from a plurality of types of jackpot symbols. Specifically, in the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, two types of jackpot symbols (symbol a) are used based on the special symbol determining random number acquired when the pachinko ball wins the second start winning port 32. , One jackpot symbol is determined from symbols b). In the pachinko machine of the first embodiment, when the determination result of the big hit determination based on the second special figure start hold information is affirmative determination, the symbol a as the big hit symbol is selected at a rate of 67%, and the big hit at a rate of 33% A special figure determination value is assigned so that the symbol b as the symbol is selected. In addition, the distribution ratio of the big hit symbol mentioned above is an example, and is not limited to this.

(About the first and second jackpot games)
In the first jackpot game corresponding to the symbol A and the second jackpot game corresponding to the symbol a, when the main control CPU 60a determines the jackpot game, the promiscuous state and the short state are changed after the jackpot game ends. It is set as a jackpot game to be granted. Specifically, in the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, when the symbol A and the symbol a (first and second jackpot games) are determined, the predetermined number of fluctuations (the embodiment) after the jackpot game is ended. The probability variation state is set to be continuously given until the symbol variation effect (first or second special diagram variation display) of 50 times is executed. Further, when the symbol A and the symbol a (first and second jackpot games) are determined, the symbol variation effect (first or first) of the predetermined variation number (100 times in the first embodiment) after the jackpot game is ended. It is set so that the variable state is continuously given until 2 special figure fluctuation display) is executed.

  The first and second jackpot games are set so that the opening / closing member 43 performs an opening operation to open the special winning opening 41 continuously from the start to the end of each round game. That is, all the round games of the special probability variable big hit game are constituted by all-open round games in which the opening / closing member 43 performs an opening operation for opening from the start to the end of the round game. Accordingly, in the special probability variable big hit game, the opening / closing member 43 is opened only once in each round game, and the opening / closing member 43 repeats the opening / closing operation a predetermined number of times (specified number of rounds) in the whole big hit game. Specifically, the first and second jackpot games are jackpot games in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “16”, and the upper limit number of winnings in each round game is set to “9”. . In the first and second jackpot games, “25.0 (seconds)” is set as the round game time of one round game, and the opening / closing member 43 is set to “25.0 at the maximum in each round game. (Seconds) ". That is, the first and second jackpot games are configured to cause the opening / closing member 34 to perform a long-time opening operation in each round game. The interval time between rounds in the first and second jackpot games is set to “2.0 (seconds)”. In the first and second jackpot games, “10.0 (seconds)” is set as the opening effect time, and “13.0 (seconds)” is set as the ending effect time.

(About the third jackpot game)
The third jackpot game corresponding to the symbol B is a jackpot game to which a probability change state and a variable state are given after the end of the third jackpot game when the main control CPU 60a determines the third jackpot game. Is set. Specifically, in the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, when the symbol B (third jackpot game) is determined, a predetermined number of fluctuations (50 in the first embodiment) after the end of the third jackpot game is determined. Time), the probability variation state is set to be continuously given until the symbol variation effect (first or third special diagram variation display) is executed. In addition, when the symbol B (third jackpot game) is determined, the symbol variation effect (first or third special diagram) of a predetermined number of variations (100 times in the first embodiment) after the end of the third jackpot game. The variable state is set to be continuously given until (variable display) is executed.

  The third jackpot game is set to cause the opening / closing member 43 to perform an opening operation to open the special winning opening 41 continuously from the start to the end of each round game. That is, all the round games of the special probability variable big hit game are constituted by all-open round games in which the opening / closing member 43 performs an opening operation for opening from the start to the end of the round game. Accordingly, in the special probability variable big hit game, the opening / closing member 43 is opened only once in each round game, and the opening / closing member 43 repeats the opening / closing operation a predetermined number of times (specified number of rounds) in the whole big hit game. Specifically, the third jackpot game is a jackpot game in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “4”, and the upper limit number of winnings in each round game is set to “9”. In the third jackpot game, “0.04 (seconds)” is set as the round game time of one round game, and the opening / closing member 43 is set to “0.04 (seconds) at the maximum in each round game. ”For the opening operation. That is, the third jackpot game is configured to cause the opening / closing member 34 to perform a short-time opening operation in each round game. Here, the one opening time (0.04 (seconds)) of the opening / closing member 34 in the third jackpot game is a time when the possibility that the pachinko ball will win the special winning opening 41 is very low (a time when there is almost no winning). Is set to Thus, the third jackpot game is set as a jackpot game in which almost no winning ball is generated and almost no winning ball is obtained. Note that the interval time between rounds, the opening effect time, and the ending effect time in the third jackpot game are set to the same time as the first jackpot game described above.

(About the fourth or fifth jackpot game)
In the fourth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol C and the fifth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol D, when the main control CPU 60a determines the jackpot game, the probable change state and the variable state after the jackpot game ends. It is set as a jackpot game to be granted. Specifically, in the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, when symbols B and C (fourth and fifth jackpot games) are determined, a predetermined number of fluctuations after the end of the second jackpot game. The probability variation state is set to be continuously given until the symbol variation effect (first or second special diagram variation display) is executed (50 times in the first embodiment). In addition, when the symbol C (the fourth jackpot game) is determined, the symbol variation effect (first or second special symbol variation display) of a predetermined number of variations (100 times in the first embodiment) after the jackpot game ends. If the variable state is continuously given until the game is executed and the symbol D (the fifth jackpot game) is determined, the symbol of the predetermined number of fluctuations (50 times in the first embodiment) after the jackpot game ends. The variable state is set to be continuously given until the change effect (first or second special figure change display) is executed.

  The fourth and fifth jackpot games are set so that the opening / closing member 43 performs an opening operation of opening the special winning opening 41 a plurality of times in each round game. The 痔 4 and the fifth second big hit game are big hit games in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “4 times”, and the upper limit number of winnings in each round game is set to “9”. . Specifically, in the fourth and fifth jackpot games, in each round game, the opening / closing member 43 performs two opening operations with the opening time set to “0.04 (seconds)”, and between the opening operations. “2.0 (seconds)” is set as the interval time within the round. Thereby, each round game time of the fourth and fifth jackpot games is set to “2.04 (seconds)” consisting of “0.04 (seconds) × 2 + 2.0 (seconds)”. That is, the fourth and fifth jackpot games are configured to cause the opening / closing member 34 to perform a short-time opening operation in each round game. Here, the opening time (0.04 (second)) of the opening and closing member 34 in the fourth and fifth jackpot games is the time when the possibility that a pachinko ball will win the special winning opening 41 is very low (substantially winning a prize). Time). As described above, the fourth and fifth big hit games are set as big hit games in which almost no winning balls are generated and almost no winning balls are obtained. The interval time between rounds in the fourth and fifth jackpot games is set to “2.0 (seconds)”. Further, the interval time between rounds, the opening effect time, and the ending effect time in the fourth and fifth jackpot games are set to the same time as the first jackpot game described above.

(About 6th and 7th jackpot games)
The sixth jackpot game corresponding to the symbol E and the seventh jackpot game corresponding to the symbol b are given only the variable state after the jackpot game ends when the main control CPU 60a determines the jackpot game. It is set as a big hit game. Specifically, in the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, when the symbol E and the symbol b (sixth and seventh jackpot games) are determined, a predetermined number of fluctuations (the embodiment) after the jackpot game is ended. It is set so that the variable state is continuously given until the symbol variation effect (first or second special diagram variation display) of 1 is executed.

  The sixth and seventh jackpot games are set so that the opening / closing member 43 performs an opening operation to open the special winning opening 41 continuously from the start to the end of each round game. That is, all the round games of the special probability variable big hit game are constituted by all-open round games in which the opening / closing member 43 performs an opening operation for opening from the start to the end of the round game. Accordingly, in the special probability variable big hit game, the opening / closing member 43 is opened only once in each round game, and the opening / closing member 43 repeats the opening / closing operation a predetermined number of times (specified number of rounds) in the whole big hit game. Specifically, the sixth and seventh jackpot games are jackpot games in which the prescribed number of rounds is set to “10”, and the upper limit number of winnings in each round game is set to “9”. . In the sixth and seventh jackpot games, “25.0 (seconds)” is set as the round game time of one round game, and the opening / closing member 43 is set to “25.0” in each round game. (Seconds) ". That is, the sixth and seventh jackpot games are configured to cause the opening / closing member 34 to perform a long-time opening operation in each round game. Note that the interval time between rounds, the opening effect time, and the ending effect time in the sixth and seventh jackpot games are set to the same time as the first jackpot game described above.

  As described above, in the first embodiment, among the jackpot games that are given in response to winning at the first start winning opening 31, the third to fifth jackpot games, the sixth jackpot game, and the first jackpot game. In this order, the number of bonuses (that is, prize balls) given during the jackpot game is increased, and the seventh jackpot game among the jackpot games given when winning at the second start winning opening 32 is given as an opportunity. In the order of the second jackpot game, the benefits (that is, prize balls) given during the jackpot game are increased.

(Control configuration of pachinko machine)
Next, the control configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described. As shown in FIG. 8, the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment includes a main control board (main control means) 60 as a control means for controlling the pachinko machine 10 as a whole, and control signals from the main control board 60. Sub-control boards (sub-control means) 65 and 70 are provided as control means for controlling each control object on the basis of them. That is, in the main control board 60, various processes are executed based on detection signals from various detection sensors (detection means) provided in the pachinko machine 10, and various control signals (control commands) corresponding to the processing results are generated. It is output to the sub-control boards 65, 70, 72, 73.

  The pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment includes, as sub-control boards, an effect control board 65 that controls overall game effects, and a lamp that performs light emission control of various light emission effect units (such as the lamp device 18) included in the pachinko machine 10. A control board 72 and a sound control board 73 that controls the sound output of the speaker 19 provided in the pachinko machine 10 are provided. That is, the presentation control board 65 is configured to control the display control board 70, the lamp control board 72, and the sound control board 73 based on a control signal (control command) output from the main control board 60, and the pachinko machine Various game effects (design variation effects, light emission effects, and sound effects) executed at 10 can be comprehensively controlled. Here, the display control board 70 displays a design variation effect such as a symbol (decorative drawing) or a background image displayed on the effect display unit 17 based on a control signal (control command) output from the effect control board 65. Configured to control content. In addition, the lamp control board 72 controls the lighting / extinguishing timing, light emission intensity, and the like of various light emission effecting units included in the pachinko machine 10 based on a control signal (control command) output from the effect control board 65. It is. The sound control board 73 controls the timing of audio output from the various speakers 19 provided in the pachinko machine 10, the output content, and the like based on the control signal (control command) output from the effect control board 65.

(Main control board 60)
As shown in FIG. 8, the main control board 60 includes a main control CPU 60a that executes control processing, a main control ROM 60b that stores a control program executed by the main control CPU 60a, and data necessary for processing of the main control CPU 60a. The main control RAM 60c and the like capable of writing and reading are provided. Various sensors such as the start winning detection sensors 35 and 36, the special winning detection sensor 44, the normal winning detection sensor 47, and the gate sensor 49 are connected to the main control CPU 60a. In addition, the main control CPU 60a includes display units of the game information display unit M (first and second special figure display units 50A and 50B, first and second special figure hold display units 52 and 53, and general figure display unit 55). Based on the control processing executed by the main control CPU 60a triggered by the detection of each of the detection sensors 35, 36, 44, 49. The display control of each display unit 50A, 50B, 52, 53, 55, 56, 57, 58 of the game information display unit M is executed. Also connected to the main control CPU 60a are a start winning solenoid 33 linked to the opening and closing members 34 and 34 for opening and closing the second start winning opening 32 and a special winning solenoid 42 linked to the opening and closing member 43 for opening and closing the special winning opening 41. The corresponding opening / closing members 34 and 34 and the opening / closing member 43 are opened and closed by driving the solenoids 33 and 42 based on the control processing result in the main control CPU 60a.

  The main control CPU 60a determines that the pachinko ball has won the first start winning port 31 or the second start winning port 32 (more specifically, the first start winning detection sensor 35 or the second start winning detection sensor 36 receives the pachinko ball). It is set to acquire various random numbers as winning information when triggered by (detected). Here, the random numbers acquired by the main control CPU 60a triggered by the detection of the start winning detection sensors 35 and 36 are the random numbers for determination per special figure (random numbers for determination per special figure), the random numbers for determination of special figures, and the effect for determination of performance execution. Various random numbers such as a random number (reach determination random number) and a special figure variation pattern distribution random number are set. Then, the main control CPU 60a updates these random number values at a predetermined cycle (4 ms in the first embodiment), temporarily stores the updated random number values in the main control RAM 60c, and rewrites the values before the update, A random number is acquired in accordance with the timing at which the detection signals of the first or second start winning detection sensors 36, 36 are input to the main control CPU 60a. Further, the main control CPU 60a executes a timer update process for measuring time. The main control RAM 60c stores (sets) various pieces of information (random values, timer values, flags, etc.) that are appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko machine 10.

  Also, the winning information (various random values) acquired when the pachinko ball wins the first starting winning port 31 and the second starting winning port 32 is the corresponding first special figure start hold information and second special figure. The start hold information is temporarily stored and held in a predetermined start hold area (storage area) of the main control RAM 60c. The first special figure start hold information and the second special figure start hold information have a start hold area to be stored in the order in which they are stored in the main control RAM 60c. When executing (variable display), the special control start suspension information is read out by the main control CPU 60a in the order stored in the main control RAM 60c. In the first embodiment, the first special figure start hold information or the second special figure start hold information is individually stored in the main control RAM 60c so as to be distinguishable, and the second special figure start hold information is stored in the main control RAM 60c. In such a case, the main control CPU 60a preferentially reads the second special figure start hold information over the first special figure start hold information, and executes the symbol fluctuation effect (special figure fluctuation display).

  Specifically, the main control RAM 60c is provided with a first start hold area capable of storing the first start hold information and a second start hold area capable of storing the second start hold information. Winning information (various random values) acquired when the winning detection sensor 35 is detected is stored in the first start hold area, and winning information (various random values is acquired when the second starting winning detection sensor 36 is detected). ) Is stored in the second start holding area. The first start hold area and the second start hold area are composed of four storage areas of a first special figure storage area to a fourth special figure storage area. The winning information (various random values) acquired upon detection is stored in order in the first area to the fourth area, and stored in the main control RAM 60c when the symbol variation effect (special symbol variation display) is executed. The special drawing start hold information is read by the main control CPU 60a in order.

  The random number for special figure determination is a random number used in a hit determination (big hit determination) as to whether or not a hit game (big hit game) is generated as a result of the symbol variation effect. In the first embodiment, 65536 integer values from “0” to “65535” are set as random numbers for determination per special figure, and are updated one by one at a predetermined period (4 ms). . Further, the special figure determining random number determines the special figure 1 to be displayed on the first special figure display unit 50A and the special figure 2 to be displayed on the second special figure display unit 50B according to the result of the big hit determination. It is a random number to be used. Here, in the first embodiment, 101 kinds of integer values from “0” to “100” are set as the special figure determination random numbers, and are updated one by one at a predetermined cycle (4 ms). ing. Each value of the special figure determination random number is set with a random number corresponding to one type of special figure indicating the above-mentioned loss and a random number corresponding to 100 types of special figures indicating the winning of the big hit. The special figure 1 to be confirmed and stopped on the first special figure display unit 50A or the special figure 2 to be confirmed and stopped on the second special figure display unit 50B is specified by the value of the random number for figure determination. . That is, the special figure 1 to be confirmed and stopped on the first special figure display unit 50A is specified by the value of the special figure determination random number acquired by the detection of the first start prize detection sensor 35, and the second start prize is obtained. Based on the value of the special figure determination random number acquired in response to the detection of the detection sensor 36, the special figure 2 to be confirmed and stopped displayed on the second special figure display unit 50B is specified. As described above, the special figure 1 and the special figure 2 as the jackpot symbols are classified for each type of jackpot game, and the special figure 1 or the special figure 2 is specified, so The type of jackpot game to be given after the end is specified. That is, the special figure determining random number functions as a random number for determining the type of winning game (big hit game). In addition, as described above, whether or not a probability change state and a variable state are given after a big hit game is determined for each type of big hit game, and whether the special figure determination random number gives a probability change state and a variable state It also has a function as a random number for determining whether or not. In addition, for each type of jackpot game, the grant period (number of times of change) given after the jackpot game is defined, and the special figure determination random number functions as a random number that determines the grant period of the change state Also have.

  In addition, the random number for effect execution determination has the possibility that a win display is displayed when the determination result in the above-mentioned hit determination (big hit determination) is negative (in the case of a failure to win the big hit game). It is a random number used in the performance execution determination (reach determination) as to whether or not to perform the suggested performance. In the first embodiment, 239 kinds of integer values from “0” to “238” are set as random numbers for effect execution determination, and are updated one by one at a predetermined period (4 ms). Here, as an effect that suggests the possibility of a winning display being displayed, a reach effect that is displayed on the effect display unit 17 in the process of symbol variation or an effect display unit 17 is displayed. This includes a notice effect that suggests the possibility of a winning display and a notice effect that suggests to the player that the winning display may be displayed by the light of the lamp device 18 or the sound output from the speaker 19.

  The special figure fluctuation pattern distribution random number is a random number used when determining one special figure fluctuation pattern from a plurality of special figure fluctuation patterns that specify the effect content in the symbol fluctuation effect. In the first embodiment, 254 different integer values from “0” to “253” are set as the primary distribution random numbers, and are updated one by one at a predetermined period (4 ms).

  In the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment, the random number for determining the special figure, the random number for determining the special figure, the random number for determining the performance execution, and the random number for distributing the special figure variation pattern are the first start winning port 31 or the second starting winning port. When the pachinko ball is won to 32 (more specifically, the first start winning detection sensor 35 or the second start winning detection sensor 36 detects the pachinko ball), it is temporarily stored in the main control RAM 60c. The main control CPU 60a obtains each random number at the same timing. Each random number acquired when the pachinko ball wins the first start winning opening 31 is the same as each random number acquired when the pachinko ball wins the second starting winning opening 32. Are used in common, and the main control CPU 60a acquires random numbers corresponding to the winning timings to the start winning ports 31, 32.

  Further, the main control CPU 60a is set to acquire various random numbers as passage detection information triggered by the pachinko ball passing through the gate portion 48 (more specifically, when the gate sensor 49 detects the pachinko ball). ing. Here, as the random numbers acquired by the main control CPU 60a when the gate sensor 49 is detected, various random numbers such as a random number for determining a normal figure and a random number for determining a normal pattern variation pattern are set. Then, the main control CPU 60a updates these random number values at a predetermined cycle (4 ms in the embodiment), temporarily stores the updated random number values in the main control RAM 60c, and rewrites the values before the update, thereby A random number is acquired according to the timing when the detection signal of the sensor 49 is input to the main control CPU 60a. Further, the main control CPU 60a executes a timer update process for measuring time. The main control RAM 60c stores (sets) various pieces of information (random values, timer values, flags, etc.) that are appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko machine 10.

  The passage detection information (various random values) acquired when the pachinko sphere passes through the gate sensor 49 is temporarily stored in a predetermined map storage area (storage area) of the main control RAM 60c as the map start hold information. It is configured to be stored in memory. The general-purpose map storage area is stored in the main control RAM 60c in the order in which it is stored in the main control RAM 60c. The normal start suspension information is read by the main control CPU 60a in order.

  The random number for determining the normal figure is a random number used in the general figure determination (second determination) as to whether or not the second start winning opening 32 is to be opened as a result of the normal fluctuation. In the embodiment, 65536 integer values of “0” to “65535” are set as random numbers for determination per common map, and are updated one by one at a predetermined cycle (4 ms). The random number for allocating a general pattern variation is a random number used for determining a general pattern variation pattern that defines a variation time of a general variation in a general variation display. In the embodiment, nine types of integer values from “0” to “8” are set as random numbers for normal pattern variation pattern distribution, and are updated one by one at a predetermined period (4 ms). Yes. Then, the passage detection information (usually stored in the main control RAM 60c) triggered by the passage of the pachinko sphere through the gate portion 48 (more specifically, when the gate sensor 49 detects the pachinko sphere). The main control CPU 60a obtains a hit determination random number, a normal variation pattern distribution random number, and the like) at the same timing.

(About judgment value)
On the other hand, the main control ROM 60b stores a jackpot determination value indicating that a jackpot is generated as a result of the symbol variation effect. The jackpot determination value is a determination value used for determining whether or not a big hit is made using the determination random number per special figure (big hit determination), and is a value from “0” to “65535” that the random number for determination per special figure can take. A predetermined number of determination values are determined from a total of 65536 integers. Here, the number of determination values set for the jackpot determination value differs depending on whether or not the probability variation state described above is applied at the time when the jackpot determination is performed. Specifically, the number of jackpot determination values in the probability variation state (5090 in the first embodiment) is set larger than the number of jackpot determination values in the non-probability variation state (509 in the first embodiment). Yes. In other words, by increasing the number of jackpot determination values set in the probability variation state, a jackpot game is likely to occur.

  The main control ROM 60b stores special figure determination values. The determination value for special figure determination is displayed on the fixed stop display on the special figure 1 or the second special figure display unit 50B as a big hit symbol to be displayed on the first special drawing display unit 50A when the result of the big hit determination is affirmative. This is a determination value for determining the special figure 2 as the jackpot symbol using the special figure determining random number. Here, in the first embodiment, the special value for determining the special figure is set to an integer value of “0” to “100” corresponding to the 101 types of special figure determining random numbers described above. The special figure 1 and the special figure 2 are individually associated with each determination value.

  The main control ROM 60b stores an effect execution determination value (reach determination value). The effect execution determination value is an effect execution determination (reach) indicating whether or not to execute a reach effect that suggests a possibility that a win display is displayed on the effect display unit 17 when the result of the hit determination (big hit determination) is negative. This is a determination value used in the lottery) and is determined from all 239 integers from “0” to “238” that can be taken by the random number for determining the performance execution. That is, the main control CPU 60a determines that an effect such as a reach effect is to be executed when the value of the obtained effect execution determination random number matches the set effect execution determination value.

  Here, the number of determination values set for the effect execution determination value differs depending on the gaming state at the time of performing the effect execution determination (whether it is a probability change state or a variable state). That is, in the case of effect execution determination performed based on the first start hold information and the second start hold information, from the number of effect execution determination values set in the non-change state where the change state is not given. Also, the number of production execution determination values set in the variable state is set to be larger. Further, the production execution determination value is set so that the number of production execution determination values set varies according to the number of special figure start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c. Specifically, it is set so that the number of production execution determination values set decreases as the number of special figure start suspension information stored in the main control RAM 60c increases. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the set number of production execution determination values is set to decrease as the total number of the stored numbers of the first special figure start hold information and the second special figure start hold information increases. .

  Specifically, the total number of special figure start hold information is “0” in the non-probable and non-variable state (low-probability non-variable state) or in the probabilistic and non-variable state (high-precision non-variable state) 32 production execution determination values are set, 25 production execution determination values are set when the total number is “1”, and 22 production execution determination values when the total number is “2”. Is set, and 20 performance execution determination values are set when the total number is “3” to “7”. Similarly, in the probability variation state and the variation state (high probability variation short state), when the total number of special figure start hold information is “0”, 40 performance execution determination values are set, and the total number is “1”. 30 execution execution determination values are set, 25 execution execution determination values are set when the total number is “2”, and 20 production execution values are set when the total number is “3” to “7”. An execution judgment value is set. In other words, in the variable state, the reach effect is more likely to occur than in the non-variable state, which increases the expectation that a big hit will occur in the symbol variation effect performed in the variable state. It is like that.

  In addition, the main control ROM 60b stores special figure variation pattern distribution determination values. The special figure fluctuation pattern distribution determination value is a determination value used for determining one special figure fluctuation pattern from a plurality of types of special figure fluctuation patterns using the special figure fluctuation pattern distribution random number. A predetermined predetermined number of judgment values are assigned to each pattern, and the special control fluctuation pattern to which the judgment value corresponding to the acquired special figure fluctuation pattern distribution random number is assigned is selected by the main control CPU 60a. It has become.

(About special map fluctuation pattern)
The main control ROM 60b stores a plurality of types of special figure fluctuation patterns. The special figure variation pattern is an effect content (display content of the design variation effect, which is executed after the first special diagram variation display or the second special diagram variation display is started until the decorative drawing is displayed to be confirmed and stopped. The basic contents of the light emission effect mode and the sound effect mode) are specified. In addition, the special figure fluctuation pattern is the fluctuation time (design fluctuation effect and special figure from the start of the first special figure fluctuation display or the second special figure fluctuation display until the special figure 1 or special figure 2 is displayed in a fixed stop state. The time of fluctuation display) is specified.

  Here, as the special figure variation pattern, a plurality of types of special figure variation patterns for jackpots, a plurality of types of special figure variation patterns for reach reach to be performed, and a non-reach without reach effect Special map fluctuation patterns are provided. The special figure fluctuation pattern for big hit is a special figure fluctuation pattern that can be selected by the main control CPU 60a when the result of the big hit determination is affirmative. This is a special figure variation pattern that can be selected by the main control CPU 60a in the case of affirmation. It is a fluctuation pattern. The reach effect is an effect that is performed after the reach display is displayed in the symbol variation effect performed in the effect display unit 17 until the symbol combination of the decorative figure that is a big hit or missed is stopped and displayed.

  In addition, the main control ROM 60b stores a normal hit determination value indicating that a hit / fail result is generated as a result of the normal change effect. The determination value per common figure is a determination value used for determining whether or not it is a success or failure (determining per normal figure) using the random number for determination per normal map, and “0” ˜ A predetermined number of determination values are determined from 65536 integers up to “65535”. In the embodiment, the number of judgment values per base figure is set to 32767, and a game per base figure in which the opening / closing member 34 of the second start winning opening 32 is opened / closed is generated with a probability of 32767/65536. It is set as follows. The number of determination values per common map is an example, and can be set to an arbitrary number.

  In the main control ROM 60b, a plurality of types of common map variation patterns are stored, and general map variation pattern distribution determination values are stored corresponding to the respective general map variation patterns. Here, the general map variation pattern specifies the variation time of the general map variation display from the start of the general map variation display executed by the general map display unit 55 until the universal map is displayed in a fixed stop state. Yes. The normal variation pattern distribution determination value is a determination value used for determining the general variation pattern by using the random number for distribution of the general variation pattern. It is determined from all 9 types of integers up to “8”. A predetermined judgment value is assigned to each of the customary pattern fluctuation patterns, and the typical figure fluctuation pattern to which the common figure fluctuation pattern distribution judgment value corresponding to the acquired random number for normal pattern fluctuation pattern distribution is assigned is the main. It is specified by the control CPU 60a. In the embodiment, setting is made such that all the common figure variation pattern determination determination values are assigned to one common figure variation pattern, and the typical figure variation pattern that determines the variation time of a predetermined time (for example, 240 ms) is determined. Has been. Thereby, in the pachinko machine 10 of the embodiment, the fluctuation time of the normal figure fluctuation display is set to be constant for each gaming state. Note that the fluctuation time of the normal fluctuation display can be made different by assigning the determination value for determining the normal fluctuation pattern at a predetermined ratio to each of a plurality of normal fluctuation patterns having different fluctuation times.

(About production control board)
The effect control board 65 is provided with an effect control CPU 65a. As shown in FIG. 8, an effect control ROM 65b and an effect control RAM 65c are connected to the effect control CPU 65a. The effect control CPU 65a updates the values of various random numbers at predetermined intervals, stores (sets) the updated value in the setting area of the effect control RAM 65c, and rewrites the value before the update.

  Here, the effect control ROM 65b stores an effect pattern for specifying the specific effect contents of the symbol variation effect executed in the symbol variation effect. Each production pattern is associated with the special figure variation pattern, and the production control CPU 65a decides a corresponding production pattern based on the special figure fluctuation pattern determined by the main control CPU 60a. That is, the production control CPU 65a is configured to function as production content determination means for determining the production content of the symbol variation production to be performed by the production display unit 17 based on the winning information (random value) acquired by the main control CPU 60a. Has been. The production pattern is not associated with the special figure variation pattern in a one-to-one relationship, but a plurality of production patterns are associated with one special figure variation pattern. The effect control CPU 65a determines one effect pattern from the effect patterns associated with the variation pattern. In addition, in the effect pattern, the stop timing of the decorative drawing of each symbol row 26a, 26b, 26c is determined in the symbol variation effect, and the decorative drawing is stopped in each row according to the stop timing determined in the effect pattern. In accordance with the stoppage of the decoration drawing, an appropriate sound effect is output from the speaker 19, or the lamp device 18 emits light appropriately.

  The effect control ROM 65b stores an effect control program for comprehensively controlling the lamp control board 72 and the sound control board 73. When the effect control CPU 65a inputs various control commands, the effect control CPU 65a executes various controls based on the effect control program.

(Display control board 70)
The display control board 70 is provided with a display control CPU 70a. A display control ROM 70b and a display control RAM 70c are connected to the display control CPU 70a. An effect display unit 17 is connected to the display control board 70 (display control CPU 70a). In the display control ROM 70b, a display control program for controlling the display contents of the effect display unit 17 is stored. The display control ROM 70b stores various image data (image data such as symbols, various background images, characters, characters, etc.). The display control RAM 70c stores (sets) various types of information that can be appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko machine 10.

(About processing on the main control board)
Next, processing executed by the main control CPU 60a of the main control board 60 based on the control program will be described. The main control CPU 60a shifts to a state in which a game on the pachinko machine 10 is possible after executing an initial setting process such as a security check in accordance with power-on of the pachinko machine 10. In this state, normal processing is executed at a predetermined control cycle (every 4 ms). Here, in the normal process executed by the main control CPU 60a, a random number update process for updating various random numbers, a timer update process for measuring time, a command input / output process for inputting / outputting various commands, and a game information display unit M In addition to executing processing related to display content, flag setting processing, winning game execution processing, etc., special drawing input processing related to winning winning openings 31 and 32, special drawing start processing related to special drawing determination, A special figure input process related to winning a prize to the gate unit 48 and a special figure start process related to determination per special figure are executed. Hereinafter, the special figure input process, the special figure start process, the universal figure special figure input process, and the universal figure start process will be specifically described.

(Special drawing input process)
In the special figure input process, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the pachinko ball has won the first start winning opening 31 (step A11). That is, in step A11, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not a detection signal output when the first start winning detection sensor 35 corresponding to the first start winning opening 31 detects a pachinko ball has been input. And when the determination result of step A11 is negative, it transfers to step A15. If the determination result of step A11 is affirmative, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the number of holds in the first special figure start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c is less than the upper limit number of 4 ( Step A12). If the determination result of step A12 is negative (that is, the number of holds of the first special figure start hold information is 4), the main control CPU 60a proceeds to step A15.

  If the determination result in step A12 is affirmative (the number of the first special figure start hold information hold number <4), the number of the first special figure start hold information hold is incremented by 1, and the first special figure stored in the main control RAM 60c is stored. The number of holds in the figure start hold information is rewritten (step A13). Subsequently, the main control RAM 60c receives the winning information (random number for special figure determination, random value for special figure determination, random value for performance determination, random value for primary distribution, random number for secondary distribution, etc. 1) of the first start hold area in the main control RAM 60c in which the main control CPU 60a reads the winning information (random value) and associates the winning information (random value) with the number of holds as the first winning start hold information. Set to the fourth area (step A14). Thereby, the process proceeds to step A15.

  In Step A15, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not a pachinko ball has won the second start winning opening 32. That is, in step A15, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not a detection signal output when the second start winning detection sensor 36 corresponding to the second start winning opening 32 detects a pachinko ball has been input. If the determination result in step A15 is negative, the special figure input process is terminated. If the determination result of step A15 is affirmative, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the number of holds in the second special figure start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c is less than the upper limit number of 4 ( Step A16). If the determination result of step A16 is negative (that is, the number of holds in the second special figure start hold information is 4), the special figure input process is terminated.

  If the determination result in step A16 is affirmative (the number of holdings of the second special figure starting hold information <4), the number of holdings of the second special figure starting holding information is incremented by 1, and the second special figure stored in the main control RAM 60c is stored. The number of holds in the figure start hold information is rewritten (step A17). Subsequently, the main control RAM 60c receives the winning information (random number for special figure determination, random value for special figure determination, random value for performance determination, random value for primary distribution, random number for secondary distribution, etc. Are read out by the main control CPU 60a and the winning information (random value) is associated with the number of holds as the second winning start hold information in the second start hold area of the main control RAM 60c. The fourth area is set (step A18), and the special figure input process is terminated.

(Special drawing start process)
Next, the special figure start process will be described with reference to FIG. The main control CPU 60a executes the special figure start process every predetermined cycle (4 ms in the first embodiment). In the special figure starting process, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the special figure 1 or the special figure 2 is variably displayed in the special figure display units 50A and 50B and the effect display unit 17 or is in the big hit game. (Step B11). If the determination result of step B11 is affirmative, the main control CPU 60a ends the special figure start process. On the other hand, if the determination result in step B11 is negative, the number of holds in the second special figure start hold information is read (step B12), and whether the number of hold in the second special figure start hold information is greater than “0”. Is determined (step B13). If the determination result of step B13 is negative (if the number of second special figure start hold information hold = 0), the main control CPU 60a proceeds to the process of step B16. The main control CPU 60a also stores the special chart stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c if the determination result in step B13 is affirmative (the number of the second special figure start hold information> 0). A value “1” indicating that the second special figure variation effect is executed is set in the variation processing flag. Next, the main control CPU 60a decrements the hold number of the second special figure start hold information by 1 (step B14) and stores the second special figure stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c associated with the hold number. The main control CPU 60a stores figure start hold information (value of random number for determination per special figure, value of random number for determination of special figure, value of random number for effect execution determination, and random number value for distribution of special figure variation pattern). Obtain (step B15).

  Here, the main control CPU 60a acquires the second special figure start hold information (random number) from the first special figure storage area in which the second special figure start hold information stored earliest is stored. The main control CPU 60a obtains a random number associated with the second special figure start hold information, and then stores the second special figure start hold information stored second fastest in the second special figure storage area. 2. The special figure start hold information (random number) is stored in the first special figure storage area. Similarly, the main control CPU 60a stores the second special figure start hold information (random number) in the third special figure storage area in which the second special figure start hold information stored third fastest is stored. The second special figure start hold information (random number) in the fourth special figure storage area in which the second special figure start hold information stored in the area is stored the fourth earliest (that is, the newest) is stored in the third special figure. Store in the figure storage area. That is, the second special figure start hold information is read by the main control CPU 60a in the order stored in the main control RAM 60c. Further, the main control CPU 60a changes the display of the second special figure hold display section 53 so as to correspond to the number of holds of the second special figure start hold information after the subtraction.

  When various random numbers as the second special figure start hold information are acquired by the process of step B15, as shown in FIG. 6, the main control CPU 60a stores the acquired special figure determination random number value in the main control ROM 60b. A big hit determination (hit lottery) is performed to determine whether or not it matches the stored big hit determination value (step B22). As described above, the probability that the determination result of the jackpot determination is positive when the non-probability change state (low probability) (that is, the jackpot probability) is set to 509/65536, and when the probability change state is high (high probability) The probability (big hit probability) that the determination result is affirmative is set to 5090/65536. If the determination result of the big hit determination in step B22 is affirmative (if a big hit occurs), “1” is set to the big hit flag indicating that the big hit changes (step B23). Then, the main control CPU 60a determines the final stop symbol (special symbol 2), which becomes a big hit symbol displayed on the second special symbol display unit 50B, on the basis of the acquired value of the special symbol determination random number (step B24). ). Here, since the value of the special figure determination random number is associated with the jackpot symbol of the special figure 2, the main control CPU 60 a displays the special figure 2 associated with the acquired special figure determination random number value. By determining, the jackpot symbol will be determined. Further, the main control CPU 60a sets the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state to “1” after the end of the big hit game when the symbol pattern is a big hit symbol that gives a probability variation state, and the main control CPU 60a The probability variation flag is set to “0”. Also, if the jackpot symbol is a jackpot symbol that gives a variable state, set the variable flag indicating the variable state to "1" after the jackpot game ends, and if the jackpot symbol does not give a variable state Set the variable flag to "0". The variable flag is set to “0” when the variable condition end condition is satisfied. When the big hit symbol (special symbol) is determined, the main control CPU 60a determines one special symbol variation pattern from the special symbol variation pattern for winning based on the value of the random number for special symbol variation pattern distribution ( Step B25).

  On the other hand, if the determination result of the big hit determination in step B22 is negative (if it is not a big hit), the main control CPU 60a performs an effect execution determination (reach determination) for determining whether or not to execute the reach effect (reach determination) ( Step B27). In the first embodiment, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the effect execution determination random number acquired from the main control RAM 60c during the process of step B15 matches the effect execution determination value. If the determination result in step B27 is affirmative (when a reach effect is performed), the main control CPU 60a uses the second special symbol display unit 50B to display the outlier symbol as a final stop symbol (special feature). 2) (step B28). Next, the main control CPU 60a determines one special figure fluctuation pattern from among the special figure fluctuation patterns for detachment reach based on the value of the special figure fluctuation pattern distribution random number (step B29).

  If the determination result of the effect execution determination in step B27 is negative (when the reach effect is not performed), the main control CPU 60a displays the error symbol that is confirmed and stopped on the second special figure display unit 50B. Is determined as the final stop symbol (special drawing 2) (step B30). Next, the main control CPU 60a determines one special figure fluctuation pattern from among the special figure fluctuation patterns for detachment based on the value of the special figure fluctuation pattern distribution random number (step B31).

  Here, the main control CPU 60a, which has determined the special figure variation pattern and the final stop pattern (special figure 2) in steps B25, B29, and B31, outputs a predetermined control command to the effect control board 65 at a predetermined timing ( Step B26). Specifically, the main control CPU 60a outputs a special figure fluctuation pattern designation command for designating the special figure fluctuation pattern and instructing the start of the symbol fluctuation, and starts measuring the fluctuation time specified by the special figure fluctuation pattern. To do. At the same time, the main control CPU 60a controls the second special figure display unit 50B so as to start the second special figure fluctuation display. Further, the main control CPU 60a outputs a special figure 2 designation command for instructing the special figure 2 as the final stop symbol. Then, the main control CPU 60a ends the special figure start process. Thereafter, in a process different from the special figure start process, the main control CPU 60a displays the determined final stop symbol on the basis of the fluctuation time set in the designated special figure fluctuation pattern. The display contents of the display unit 50B are controlled. Further, the main control CPU 60a gives an instruction to stop changing the decorative drawing based on the changing time set in the specified special drawing changing pattern, and outputs an all-symbol stop command for displaying a fixed stop of the symbol combination. .

  On the other hand, if the determination result of step B13 is negative (the number of holdings of the second special figure starting hold information = 0), the number of holdings of the first special figure starting holding information is read (step B16), It is determined whether or not the number of holds in the figure start hold information is larger than “0” (step B17). When the determination result in step B17 is affirmative (the number of holdings of the first special figure start holding information> 0), the main control CPU 60a changes the special figure stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c. A value “0” indicating that the first special figure variation effect is executed is set in the processing flag. Next, the main control CPU 60a subtracts 1 from the number of holdings of the first special figure start hold information (step B18), and is stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c associated with the first special figure start hold information. The main control CPU 60a obtains the value of the random number for determining the special figure, the value of the random number for determining the special figure, the value of the random number for determining the performance execution, and the value of the random number for distributing the special figure variation pattern (step B19). Next, a hit determination process is executed. That is, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, when the second special figure start hold information acquired upon winning the second start winning opening 32 is stored in the main control RAM 60c, the first start winning prize is obtained. Even if the first special figure start hold information acquired in response to winning in the mouth 30 is stored in the main control RAM 60c, the symbol variation effect based on the second special figure start hold information is preferentially executed. It is like that.

  Here, the main control CPU 60a acquires the first special figure start hold information (random number) from the first special figure storage area in which the first special figure start hold information stored earliest is stored. The main control CPU 60a obtains a random number associated with the first special figure start hold information, and then stores the first special figure start hold information stored in the second special figure storage area in the second special figure storage area. One special figure start hold information (random number) is stored in the first special figure storage area. Similarly, the main control CPU 60a stores the first special figure start hold information (random number) in the third special figure storage area in which the first special figure start hold information stored third fastest is stored. The first special figure start hold information (random number) in the fourth special figure storage area in which the first special figure start hold information stored in the area is stored fourth fastest (that is, the newest) is stored in the third special feature. Store in the figure storage area. That is, the first special figure start suspension information is read by the main control CPU 60a in the order stored in the main control RAM 60c. Further, the main control CPU 60a changes the display of the first special figure hold display section 52 so as to correspond to the number of holds of the first special figure start hold information after the subtraction.

  When various random numbers are acquired by the process of step B19, as shown in FIG. 7, the main control CPU 60a matches the acquired special figure determination random number value with the jackpot determination value stored in the main control ROM 60b. A big hit determination (hit lottery) is performed to determine whether or not to perform (step B32). As described above, the probability that the determination result of the jackpot determination is positive when the non-probability change state (low probability) (that is, the jackpot probability) is set to 509/65536, and when the probability change state is high (high probability) The probability (positive hit probability) that the determination result is affirmative is set to 510/65536. If the determination result of the big hit determination at step B32 is affirmative (if a big hit occurs), “1” is set to the big hit flag indicating that the big hit is changed (step B33). Then, the main control CPU 60a determines the final stop symbol (Special Fig. 1) that becomes the big hit symbol that is confirmed and stopped displayed on the first special symbol display unit 50A based on the acquired special figure determination random number (Step B34). ). Here, since the value of the special figure determination random number is associated with the jackpot symbol for each special figure 1, the main control CPU 60a displays the special figure 1 associated with the acquired special figure determination random number value. The jackpot symbol is determined by determining. Further, the main control CPU 60a sets a probability variation flag and a variation flag indicating the gaming state after the big hit game specified by the big hit symbol according to the determined big hit symbol after the big hit game. When the big hit symbol (special figure 1) is determined, the main control CPU 60a determines one special figure fluctuation pattern from the special figure fluctuation pattern for winning based on the value of the random number for special figure fluctuation pattern distribution. (Step B35).

  On the other hand, when the determination result of the big hit determination in step B32 is negative (when it is not a big hit), the main control CPU 60a performs an effect execution determination (reach determination) for determining whether or not to execute the reach effect (reach determination) ( Step B37). In the first embodiment, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the effect execution determination random number acquired from the main control RAM 60c during the process of step B19 matches the effect execution determination value. If the determination result in step B37 is affirmative (when a reach effect is performed), the main control CPU 60a uses the first special symbol display unit 50A as a final stop symbol (special stop symbol). FIG. 1) is determined (step B38). Next, the main control CPU 60a determines one special figure fluctuation pattern from among the special figure fluctuation patterns for loss reach based on the value of the random number for special figure fluctuation pattern distribution (step B39).

  If the determination result of the effect execution determination in step B37 is negative (when the reach effect is not performed), the main control CPU 60a displays the error symbol that is confirmed and stopped on the first special figure display unit 50A. Is determined as the final stop symbol (Special Fig. 1) (step B40). Next, the main control CPU 60a determines one special figure fluctuation pattern from the special figure fluctuation patterns for losing based on the value of the special figure fluctuation pattern distribution random number (step B41).

  Here, the main control CPU 60a having determined the special figure variation pattern and the final stop pattern (special figure 1) in steps B35, B39, and B41 outputs a predetermined control command to the effect control board 65 at a predetermined timing ( Step B36). Specifically, the main control CPU 60a outputs a special figure fluctuation pattern designation command for designating the special figure fluctuation pattern and instructing the start of the symbol fluctuation, and starts measuring the fluctuation time specified by the special figure fluctuation pattern. To do. At the same time, the main control CPU 60a controls the first special figure display unit 50A so as to start the first special figure fluctuation display. Further, the main control CPU 60a outputs a special figure 1 designation command for instructing the special figure 1 as the final stop symbol. Then, the main control CPU 60a ends the special figure start process. Thereafter, in a process different from the special figure start process, the main control CPU 60a displays the determined final stop symbol based on the variation time set in the designated special figure variation pattern. The display content of the display unit 50A is controlled. Further, the main control CPU 60a gives an instruction to stop changing the decorative drawing based on the changing time set in the specified special drawing changing pattern, and outputs an all-symbol stop command for displaying a fixed stop of the symbol combination. .

  On the other hand, if the determination result of step B17 is negative (if the number of first special figure start hold information hold = 0), has the main control CPU 60a already output a demonstration designation command for starting execution of the demonstration effect? If the determination result is negative, a demonstration designation command is output and the special figure start process is terminated (step B21). If the determination result in step B20 is affirmative (if the demonstration designation command has already been output), the main control CPU 60a ends the special figure start process.

(Regarding the normal map input process)
In the normal input process, as shown in FIG. 8, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the pachinko ball has passed through the gate portion 48 (step C11). That is, in step C11, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not a detection signal output when the gate sensor 49 detects a pachinko ball has been input. And when the determination result of step C11 is negative, the main control CPU 60a ends the common map input process. If the determination result of step C11 is affirmative, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the number of holds in the general-purpose chart start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c is less than the upper limit number of 4 (step C12). ). If the determination result of step C12 is negative (ie, the number of holdings of the general chart start hold information is 4), the main control CPU 60a ends the general map input process.

  If the determination result of step C12 is affirmative (the number of hold of the general-purpose start hold information <4), the number of hold of the general-purpose start hold information is incremented by 1, and the hold of the general-purpose start hold information stored in the main control RAM 60c is added. The number is rewritten (step C13). Subsequently, the main control CPU 60a reads out the winning information (values of random numbers for determining per ordinary figure and various random numbers such as random numbers for distributing normal patterns) from the main control RAM 60c, and the winning information (random value). Is set in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c associated with the number of holds as usual start hold information (step C14). Then, the main control CPU 60a ends the common map input process.

(Regarding the usual chart start process)
Next, the common diagram start process will be described with reference to FIG. The main control CPU 60a executes the normal diagram start process every predetermined cycle (4 ms in the embodiment). In this normal diagram start process, as shown in FIG. 9, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not the general diagram is being displayed in a variable manner in the general diagram display section 55 (step D11). If the determination result of step D11 is affirmative, the main control CPU 60a ends the normal diagram start process. On the other hand, if the determination result of step D11 is negative, the number of holds of the general-purpose start hold information is read (step D12), and it is determined whether or not the number of hold of the general-purpose start hold information is greater than “0”. (Step D13). When the determination result of step D13 is negative (when the number of holdings of the general chart start hold information = 0), the main control CPU 60a ends the general chart start process. Further, the main control CPU 60a, when the determination result of step D13 is affirmative (if the number of hold of the general chart start hold information> 0), the normal map change process stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c A value “1” indicating that the normal map change display is executed is set in the flag. Next, the main control CPU 60a subtracts 1 from the number of holdings of the general-purpose start hold information (step D14), and the normal-type start hold information stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 60c associated with the number of holds. The main control CPU 60a obtains (random number value for judgment per common figure and various random number values such as random numbers for normal pattern fluctuation pattern distribution) (step D15).

  Here, the main control CPU 60a obtains the general-purpose start reservation information (random number) from the first general-purpose storage area in which the general-purpose start reservation information stored earlier is stored. Then, the main control CPU 60a obtains a random number associated with the general-purpose map start hold information, and then stores the general-purpose map start hold information stored in the second general map storage area in which the general-purpose map start hold information stored second fastest is stored. (Random number) is stored in the first map storage area. Similarly, the main control CPU 60a stores in the second general map storage area the general map start hold information (random number) in the third general map storage area in which the general map start hold information stored third fastest is stored. The fourth map storage area (random number) stored in the fourth map memory area in which the fourth chart memory information stored in the fourth earliest (that is, the newest) is stored in the third map map memory area. That is, the normal start suspension information is read by the main control CPU 60a in the order stored in the main control RAM 60c. Further, the main control CPU 60a changes the display of the general map hold display section 56 so as to correspond to the number of holds of the general map start hold information after subtraction.

  When the various random numbers as the general-purpose drawing start hold information are acquired by the processing of step D15, the main control CPU 60a determines the per-normal determination value stored in the main control ROM 60b. Is determined as a normal hit (second hit determination) (step D16). Then, if the determination result of the universal map determination in step D16 is affirmative (per universal map) (when the opening and closing members 37, 37 are opened), the main control CPU 60a confirms and stops the universal map display unit 55. The final stop symbol that is the winning / failing symbol to be displayed is determined (step D17). Note that the main control CPU 60a determines the universal figure “1” as the final stop symbol in the case of the ordinary figure.

  On the other hand, when the determination result of the normal symbol per unit determination in step D16 is negative (in the case of detachment), the main control CPU 60a converts the off symbol displayed in the fixed stop display on the general symbol display unit 55 to the final stop symbol ( It is determined as (general map) (step D18). Note that the main control CPU 60a determines the usual figure “0” as the final stop symbol in the case of a loss. When the winning / failing symbol (ordinary symbol) or the out-of-order symbol is determined, the main control CPU 60a selects one ordinary symbol variation pattern from the ordinary diagram variation patterns based on the random number value for distribution of the typical diagram variation pattern. Determine (step D19).

  The main control CPU 60a, which has determined the normal map variation pattern in step D19, proceeds to step D20 and executes various processes related to the general map variation display. In other words, the fluctuation time set for the determined usual figure fluctuation pattern is set in the fluctuation figure timer for the usual figure provided in the main control RAM 60c, and the main control CPU 60a displays the usual figure display so as to start the usual figure fluctuation display. The unit 55 is controlled. Further, the main control CPU 60a displays the general map display unit 55 so as to display the determined final stop symbol when the variation timer times the variation time (when the variation timer time becomes “0”). Control the content.

(About processing on the production control board)
Next, processing executed by the effect control CPU 65a of the effect control board 65 based on the control program will be described. The effect control CPU 65a shifts to a state in which a game on the pachinko machine 10 is possible after executing an initial setting process such as a security check in accordance with power-on of the pachinko machine 10. In this state, normal processing is executed at a predetermined control cycle (every 4 ms). Here, in the normal process executed by the effect control CPU 65a, a random number update process for updating various random numbers for effect control, a timer update process for measuring time, a command input / output process for inputting / outputting various commands, Processing related to the execution of effects during fluctuations, processing for setting flags, processing related to execution of effects during win games, and the like are executed.

  That is, the effect control CPU 65a of the effect control board 65 determines an effect pattern to be executed in the symbol change effect based on the special figure change pattern designation command input from the main control board 60 (main control CPU 60a). An effect pattern designation command for designating the effect pattern is output to the display control board 70, the lamp control board 72, the sound control board 73, and the like. When the special figure 1 designation command or the special figure 2 designation command is input, the production control CPU 65a displays each symbol row 26a, which is finally stopped and displayed on the production display unit 17 in accordance with the special symbol stop symbol designation corresponding to the command. The decorative drawings of 26b and 26c are determined. In other words, when the symbol designated by the special symbol 1 designation command or the special symbol 2 designation command is a symbol per special symbol, the effect control CPU 65a sets each symbol row 26a, 26b so as to be a combination of decorative symbols to be displayed. 26c is determined.

  Further, the effect control CPU 65a sets the probability variation information flag and the variation information flag based on the command output from the main control CPU 60a. Specifically, when the special figure 1 or special figure 2 specified by the special figure 1 designation or special figure 2 designation command corresponds to the symbol per special figure to which the probability variation state is assigned, the probability variation information flag indicating the probability variation state is set. The probability variation information flag is set to “0” when it is set to “1” and it corresponds to a symbol per special symbol that is not given a probability variation state. Further, when the special figure 1 or special figure 2 specified by the special figure 1 designation or special figure 2 designation command corresponds to a symbol per special figure to which the variable state is given, a variable information flag indicating the variable state is set. The variable information flag is set to “0” when it is set to “1” and it corresponds to a symbol per special figure that is not given a variable state. Further, the probability variation information flag is set to “0” based on the probability variation end command output from the main control board 60, and the variation information flag is set to “0” based on the variation end command. That is, the pachinko machine 10 according to the embodiment is configured such that the game control state can be specified by the effect control CPU 65a.

  Then, at the stop timing of the decorative drawing of each symbol row 26a, 26b, 26c specified by the effect pattern, the decorative drawing designation command of each row is output to the display control board 70, the lamp control board 72, the sound control board 73, etc. To do. Specifically, the effect control CPU 65a starts measuring time by a timer means (not shown) at the same time that the special figure variation pattern designation command is input, and the left decoration at the decoration stop timing of the left symbol row 26a. A figure designation command is output, a right decoration drawing designation command is output at the stop timing of the decoration drawing of the right design row 26c, and an interior decoration drawing designation command is output at the stop timing of the decoration drawing of the middle design row 26b.

  In addition, when the stop symbol designated by the special figure designation command is a missing symbol, the effect control CPU 65a determines a combination capable of recognizing the deviation. The effect control CPU 65a determines a combination capable of recognizing a detachment including a reach formation symbol when a special figure variation pattern for detachment reach is instructed. On the other hand, the effect control CPU 65a determines a combination capable of recognizing a detachment that does not include a reach formation symbol when a special drawing variation pattern for the detachment effect is instructed. Further, when the effect control CPU 65a receives all symbol stop commands, the effect control CPU 65a outputs the commands to the display control board 70, the lamp control board 72, the sound control board 73, and the like.

  Here, the effect pattern is not associated with the special figure fluctuation pattern in a one-to-one relationship, but a plurality of effect patterns are associated with one special figure fluctuation pattern. In addition, in the effect pattern, the stop timing of the special symbol effect symbols in the symbol rows 26a, 26b, and 26c is determined in the symbol variation effect. When the decoration is stopped, an appropriate sound effect is output from the speaker 19 in accordance with the stop of the decoration, or the lamp device 18 emits light appropriately. Further, the effect patterns that can be determined by the effect control CPU 65a are determined for each effect mode to be described later, and from among the effect patterns included in the effect pattern according to the effect mode when the effect control CPU 65a determines the effect pattern. The effect control CPU 65a determines one effect pattern corresponding to the special figure variation pattern. Here, the production patterns included in each production mode are set to be at least partially different, and by determining the production pattern according to the game production mode based on the special figure variation pattern, it is unique to each production mode. The production is being performed. That is, the effect control CPU 65a functions as a display content control means for controlling the display content on the effect display section (display means) 17, and also functions as an effect mode determination means for determining the effect mode from a plurality of different effect modes. It is.

(About the relationship between the jackpot game and the game state that transitions after the jackpot game)
Next, the relationship between the jackpot game and the game state that shifts after the jackpot game will be described. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, the jackpot symbol (type of jackpot game) determined based on the result of the hit determination in the special figure determination and the game state at the time when the determination per the special figure is performed. Based on the above, a game state to be transferred after the big hit game is determined.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 10, the special symbol determination that triggers the determination of the symbol A (first jackpot game) is the normal gaming state (non-probability variation / non-variation short state), the first advantageous game. State (probability / first variation state), second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), third advantageous gaming state (probability variation / third variation state) and fourth advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state) When the game is played in any game state (4 change states), the symbol change effect (first and second special figure change display of the first and second special figure change display) from the big hit game is changed (that is, 1 to 100 times in the embodiment). The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until the (total) is performed is the second advantageous gaming state. That is, the first big hit game is a win game set as the first specific win game that gives the second variable state (first privilege advantageous state) regardless of the grant state of the variable state. .

  The special figure determination that triggers the determination of the symbol a (second big hit game) is the normal gaming state (non-probability change / non-change state), the first advantageous game state (probability change / first change state), Any of the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), the third advantageous gaming state (probability variation / third variation state) and the fourth advantageous gaming state (probability variation / fourth variation state) When the game is performed in the game state from the jackpot game until the symbol variation effect (the sum of the first and second special diagram variation display) of the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 times in the embodiment) is performed. Is configured so that the main control CPU 60a determines to enter the third advantageous gaming state.

  In addition, when the special figure hit determination that triggers the determination of the symbol B (third jackpot game) is performed in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-change state), the number of times of change from the big hit game The gaming state until the symbol variation effect (the sum of the first and second special diagram variation displays) of the shorter number of gaming state switching times (that is, 1 to 50 times in the embodiment) is made the second advantageous gaming state. The main control CPU 60a determines that the number of times of change (that is, 51 to 100 in the embodiment) after the change of the number of game state changes (the sum of the first and second special figure change display) is changed. The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until it is performed is the first advantageous gaming state. In addition, the special figure determination that triggers the determination of the symbol B (third jackpot game) is the first advantageous gaming state (probability / first variation state), the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation). (Short state), 3rd advantageous gaming state (probability variation / 3rd variation state) and 4th advantageous gaming state (probability variation / 4th variation state) The game state until the symbol variation effect (total of the first and second special diagram variation display) of the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 times in the embodiment) is performed is set to the second advantageous game state. The control CPU 60a is configured to determine. In other words, when the symbol B (third big hit game) is determined in response to the judgment per special figure performed in the normal gaming state (non-probability change / non-variable short state), the number of game state switching times from the big hit game is determined. By performing the symbol variation effect, the base value is lowered from the second variation state to the first variation state, and the player's interest in the number of variations after the big hit game is increased.

  In addition, when the special figure hit determination that triggers the determination of the symbol C (the fourth jackpot game) is performed in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-change state), the number of times of change from the jackpot game is changed. The main control CPU 60a determines that the gaming state until the symbol variation effect (the total of the first and second special diagram variation displays) of the first embodiment (the 51 to 100 times in the embodiment) is made the first advantageous gaming state. Is configured to determine. Also, when the special figure hit determination that triggers the determination of the symbol C (fourth big hit game) is made in the first advantageous game state (probability variation / first variation state), the big hit game is changed. The second advantageous gaming state is the gaming state until the symbol variation effect (total of the first and second special diagram variation display) of the gaming state switching times shorter than the short number of times (that is, 1 to 50 times in the embodiment) is performed. The main control CPU 60a determines that the number of times of change (i.e., 51 to 100 in the embodiment) after the change of the number of game state changes (total of the first and second special figure change display) ) Is configured so that the main control CPU 60a determines that the gaming state until the first gaming state is set to the first advantageous gaming state. In addition, the special figure determination that triggers the determination of the symbol C (fourth big hit game) is the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), the third advantageous gaming state (probability variation / third variation). Short game) and 4th advantageous game state (probability variation / fourth variation short state), when played in any game state, the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 in the embodiment) from the big hit game The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until the variation effect (the total of the first and second special figure variation displays) is performed is the second advantageous gaming state. In other words, when the symbol C (fourth big hit game) is determined by the special figure determination made in the first advantageous game state (probability variation / first variation state), the game state is switched from the big hit game. By performing the symbol variation effect of the number of times, the base value is lowered by switching from the second variable state to the first variable state, increasing the player's interest in the number of variations after the big hit game Yes. In other words, the third jackpot game gives the first variable state (second privilege advantageous state) when the gaming state at the time of executing the big hit determination is a non-variable state (non-privilege advantageous state), The second specific hit game that gives the second variable state (first privilege advantageous state) when the game state when the hit determination is executed is the first variable state (second privilege advantageous state) It is a hit game set as.

  In addition, the special figure determination that triggers the determination of the symbol D (fifth big hit game) is the normal gaming state (non-probability / non-variable state), the first advantageous gaming state (probability / first variable state) ), When the game is played in any of the gaming states, the symbol variation effect (the total of the first and second special diagram variation displays) of the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 in the embodiment) is performed from the big hit game. The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until it is played is the first advantageous gaming state. Then, the special figure determination that triggers the determination of the symbol D (fifth big hit game) is the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), the third advantageous gaming state (probability variation / third variation). Short game) and 4th advantageous game state (probability variation / fourth variation short state), when played in any game state, the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 in the embodiment) from the big hit game The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until the variation effect (the total of the first and second special figure variation displays) is performed is the second advantageous gaming state.

  Further, the special game per game determination that triggers the determination of the symbol E (sixth jackpot game) and the special game per game determination that triggers the determination of the symbol b (seventh jackpot game) are in the normal gaming state ( (Non-probability / non-variable state), first advantageous game state (probability / first variation state), second advantageous game state (probability / second variation state), third advantageous game state (probability / third variation state) Short game) and 4th advantageous game state (probability variation / fourth variation short state), when played in any game state, the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 in the embodiment) from the big hit game The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until the variation effect (the total of the first and second special figure variation displays) is performed is the fourth advantageous gaming state.

(About the relationship between the jackpot game and the production mode after the jackpot game)
As shown in FIG. 11, the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment includes a plurality of (5 in the embodiment) effect modes in which the effect contents (display contents) of the symbol variation effect executed by the effect display unit 17 are different. ing. Here, as the effect mode of the first embodiment, the effect pattern that can be determined by the effect control CPU 65a in the normal game state to which the probability change state and the variable state are not given are the normal effect mode (not shown) and the probability change. The first to fourth advantageous effect modes that can be determined by the effect control CPU 65a in the advantageous game state in which the state and the variable state (first to third variable states) are given are set, and the main control CPU 60a The effect control CPU 65a is configured to determine the effect mode based on the command output from the.

  Here, in each effect mode, the background image displayed as the back of the special-design effect symbol on the effect display unit 17 is set to be different, and the player can recognize the current effect mode from the type of the background image. It is like that. Further, in each effect mode, part or all of the effect contents (effect pattern) of the symbol variation effect performed in the effect display unit 17 are different, and it is set so that a specific effect can be executed for each effect mode. . The production mode is not limited to these, and the production control CPU 65a can be determined in the case of a gaming state in which only the probability variation state is given according to the type of gaming state to which the pachinko machine 10 can move. An effect mode that can be determined by the effect control CPU 65a in the effect mode or in a gaming state in which only the variable state is given may be set. In addition, there is no need for one production mode corresponding to each game state, and it is possible to provide a plurality of production modes for the same game state and change the production mode. In the same gaming state, the production mode can be changed with a predetermined number of special figure judgments (special figure fluctuation display) as an opportunity, or when the special figure judgment is made. It is possible to configure such that the change lottery is executed, or the change lottery is changed in response to execution of a specific effect.

  Further, in the advantageous effect mode of the first embodiment, an effect mode that can be determined by the effect control CPU 65a for each gaming state is determined. That is, in the same way as the gaming state that transitions after the big hit game described above, the big hit symbol (type of big hit game) determined based on the result of the hit per special figure determination and the hit per special figure is performed. An advantageous effect mode determined by the effect control CPU 65a is determined based on the gaming state at the time of the break. Specifically, in the first embodiment, the first advantageous effect mode determined by the effect control CPU 65a in the case of the first advantageous game state, the second advantageous effect mode determined by the effect control CPU 65a in the case of the second advantageous game state, A third advantageous effect mode determined by the effect control CPU 65a in the case of the third advantageous game state and a fourth advantageous effect mode determined by the effect control CPU 65a in the case of the fourth advantageous game state are provided. The effect control CPU 65a determines the first to fourth advantageous effect modes according to the game state to be transferred, and the effect control CPU 65a is changed to the normal game state by performing the variable number of symbol change effects after the big hit game. The normal production mode is determined.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 11, when the determination per special figure is performed and the symbol A (first big hit game) is determined in any gaming state, the number of times of change (that is, the number of executions) from the big hit game is determined. The production control CPU 65a determines that the production mode until the design variation production of 1 to 100 times (the sum of the first and second special figure fluctuation displays) is set to the second advantageous production mode. It is configured. Similarly, in any gaming state, when the special figure determination is performed and the symbol a (second jackpot game) is determined, the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 times in the embodiment) from the jackpot game is determined. The effect control CPU 65a determines that the effect mode until the symbol change effect (the total of the first and second special figure change displays) is performed is the third advantageous effect mode.

  In addition, when the determination per special figure is made in the normal gaming state (non-probability variation / non-variation short state) and the symbol B (third big hit game) is determined, the number of game state switching from the big hit game (that is, the execution) In the example, the effect control CPU 65a determines that the effect mode until the symbol variation effect (the total of the first and second special figure change displays) is performed is the second advantageous effect mode. , After the change of the game state switching number, the effect mode until the symbol change effect (total of the first and second special figure change display) of the number of times of change (that is, 51 to 100 in the embodiment) is performed. The effect control CPU 65a is configured to determine the first advantageous effect mode. Also, the first advantageous gaming state (probability variation / first variation state), the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), the third advantageous gaming state (probability variation / third variation state) and the fourth advantage In the game state (probability change / fourth change state), when the special figure determination is performed and the symbol B (third big hit game) is determined, the number of times of change ( That is, the effect control CPU 65a determines that the effect mode until the symbol variation effect (the sum of the first and second special symbol change displays) of 1 to 100 times in the embodiment is made the second advantageous effect mode. It is configured to In other words, when the symbol B (third big hit game) is determined in response to the special figure determination performed in the normal gaming state (non-probability change / non-variable short state), the number of game state switching times from the big hit game is determined. The player can discriminate from the effect performed on the effect display unit 17 that the base value has been lowered by switching from the second variable state to the first variable state due to the symbol variation effect.

  Further, when the special figure determination is performed in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-change state) and the symbol C (fourth big hit game) is determined, the number of times of change (that is, the embodiment) The effect control CPU 65a determines that the effect mode until the first to the first effect effect mode is performed until the symbol change effect (the total of the first and second special figure change displays) is performed. Has been. In addition, in the first advantageous game state (probability variation / first variation state), when the special symbol determination is performed and the symbol C (fourth big hit game) is determined, the number of times of variation from the big hit game is shorter. The effect mode until the symbol change effect (total of the first and second special figure change displays) of the game state switching times (that is, 1 to 50 times in the embodiment) is performed is set as the second advantageous effect mode. The effect control CPU 65a determines, and after the change of the gaming state switching number, the symbol change effect (the total of the first and second special figure change displays) of the number of times of change (that is, 51 to 100 in the embodiment) is performed. The effect control CPU 65a is configured to determine that the effect mode up to is the first advantageous effect mode. Further, any of the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), the third advantageous gaming state (probability variation / third variation state), and the fourth advantageous gaming state (probability variation / fourth variation state) In the gaming state, when the determination per special symbol is made and the symbol C (fourth jackpot game) is determined, the symbol variation effect (first to 100 times in the embodiment) from the jackpot game (that is, 1 to 100 times). The effect control CPU 65a is configured to determine that the effect mode until the first and second special figure variation display) is performed is the second advantageous effect mode. In other words, when the symbol C (fourth big hit game) is determined by the special figure determination made in the first advantageous game state (probability variation / first variation state), the game state is switched from the big hit game. By performing the number of symbol variation effects, the player can discriminate from the effect performed on the effect display unit 17 that the base value has been lowered from the second variable state to the first variable state. It has become.

  In addition, in the normal gaming state (non-probability change / non-change state) or the first advantageous game state (probability change / first change state), the special figure determination is performed and the symbol D (5th When the jackpot game is determined, the symbol variation effect (the sum of the first and second special diagram variation display) of the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 times in the embodiment) is performed from the jackpot game. The effect control CPU 65a is configured to determine that the effect mode is the first advantageous effect mode. And any one of the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), the third advantageous gaming state (probability variation / third variation state) and the fourth advantageous gaming state (probability variation / fourth variation state) In the gaming state, when the determination per special symbol is made and the symbol D (the fifth jackpot game) is determined, the symbol variation effect (the first to 100 times in the embodiment) from the jackpot game (that is, 1 to 100 times) The effect control CPU 65a is configured to determine that the effect mode until the first and second special figure variation display) is performed is the second advantageous effect mode.

  Further, in any gaming state, when the determination per special figure is made and the symbol E (sixth big hit game) and the symbol b (seventh big hit game) are determined, the number of times of change from the big hit game (that is, In the embodiment, the effect control CPU 65a determines that the effect mode until the symbol change effect (total of the first and second special figure change displays) of 1 to 100 times is performed is the fourth advantageous effect mode. It is configured as follows.

  That is, based on the winning information acquired by the winning information acquiring means, the winning information acquiring means for acquiring the winning information when the winning winning openings 31, 32 including the second starting winning opening 32 as the variable winning openings are received ( When the determination result of the hit determination means and the hit determination means is affirmative (triggered by detection by either the first start winning detection means or the second start winning detection means) The main control CPU 60a has a function as a hit game determining means for determining a hit game to be given from a plurality of types of hit games. Further, the main control CPU 60a has a function as a hit game giving means for giving the determined type of hit game after the end of the special symbol change display (after the end of the symbol change effect). The main control CPU 60a has a function as a variation pattern determining means for determining a variation pattern that specifies the variation time of the symbol variation effect to be performed by the effect display unit 17. Further, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not to give a probability variation state in which the probability that a hit will occur (the probability that the determination result by the hit determination means is affirmative) is higher than normal. In addition to functioning as a means, it is configured to function as a first game state giving means for giving a probability variation state after the winning game is finished.

  Further, the main control CPU 60a has a high probability that the pachinko ball will win the second start winning opening 32 when the hit occurs (when the determination result of the hit determining means is affirmative) (second start winning prize). It functions as a second gaming state determination means for determining whether or not to give a winning rate improvement state (shortening state), and the winning rate is given when the winning rate improvement state is given. It functions as a period determining means for determining a period for giving an improved state, and also functions as a second game state giving means for giving a variable state only during a period for giving a winning rate improvement state determined after the end of the winning game. Yes. Here, the main control CPU 60a waits for a predetermined number of special figure fluctuation displays (design fluctuation effects) to be executed after the winning game ends or until the next winning game is given. Any period is determined as the grant period of the winning rate improvement state. Further, the main control CPU 60a is configured to determine a plurality of types of periods according to the determined type of winning game as the award rate improvement state grant period. As described above, the main control CPU 60a determines whether or not to give a privilege state (probability change state, variable state) advantageous to the player after winning a game when the hit determination is affirmative determination. It has the function as. Further, the main control RAM 60c is acquired while the symbol variation effect is being performed on the effect display unit 17 (that is, while the special symbol variation display is being performed on the first and second special symbol display units 50A and 50B). It functions as a holding storage means capable of storing a plurality of received winning information as starting hold information. Specifically, the winning information acquired by the detection of the first start winning detection sensor 35 while the variable display is being performed on the display means (the effect display unit 17 and the first special figure display unit 50A) is the first. Triggered by the detection of the second start winning detection sensor 36 while the variable display is being performed on the first hold storage means and the display means (the effect display portion 17 and the second special figure display portion 50B) stored as start hold information. It functions as a second hold storage means for storing the acquired winning information as second start hold information. The effect control CPU 65a has a function as effect content determining means for determining the effect contents of the symbol variation effect to be performed by the symbol display means based on the winning information acquired by the winning information acquiring means.

(Operation of Example 1)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment will be described.

  When a player rotates an operation lever 16a of the operation handle 16 provided on the front side of the front frame 13, a pachinko ball launched from the hitting ball launcher is launched into the game area 20a. At this time, the launch position of the pachinko ball changes according to the amount of rotation of the operation lever 16a, and the pachinko ball flows down the first ball flow down area or the second ball down path area of the game area 20a according to the launch position. When the pachinko ball flowing down the game area 20a wins the first start winning port 31 or the second start winning port 32, the first start winning detection sensor 35 or the second start winning detection sensor 36 detects the ball. As a trigger, the main control CPU 60a acquires various information (various random number information), and the determination per special figure is performed based on the acquired winning information, and the determination per special figure depends on the determination result of winning. The symbol variation effect on the effect display unit 17 is started. Then, when the special symbol hit determination becomes a hit determination result, as a result of the symbol variation effect, a decoration diagram is displayed in a predetermined symbol combination on the effect display unit 17, and a big hit game is generated.

  In the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment, when the determination per special figure performed based on the winning to the first start winning opening 31 is a win determination result, the big hit given by using the determination per special figure as a trigger After the game, a transition is made to the first advantageous gaming state (probability variation / first variation state) or the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state). Among these, when the first or third winning game (symbol A, symbol B) is given in response to a special symbol determination performed based on winning in the first start winning port 31 in the normal gaming state, 1st, 3rd, or 4th big hit game (symbol A, symbol B, symbol C) is given in response to a special symbol determination made based on winning in the first start winning port 31 in the first advantageous gaming state 1st, 3rd to 5th big win games (in the second to fourth advantageous game states), triggered by a special figure determination made based on winning to the first start winning opening 31 ( In any of the cases where symbols A, symbols B, symbols C, and symbols D) are given, the player can enter the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state) that is most advantageous to the player. On the other hand, when the 4th to 5th winning games (symbol C, symbol D) are given in response to the special symbol determination made based on winning in the first start winning port 31 in the normal gaming state, or Any of the cases where the fifth jackpot game (symbol A, symbol B, symbol C) is awarded in response to the special symbol determination made based on the winning at the first start winning port 31 in the first advantageous gaming state In this case, the first advantageous gaming state (probability variation / first variation) is advantageous to the player over the normal gaming state, but has less profit for the player than the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state). (Short state).

  In this way, according to the type of jackpot game determined when the judgment per special figure is a hit judgment result, a gaming state that can be given after the jackpot game within a plurality of gaming states (multiple variable states) By determining (probable variation state, first or second variation state), interest in the type of jackpot game can be increased. In addition, when a specific jackpot game (in the embodiment, the third jackpot game) is given in response to the judgment per special figure being a hit judgment result, the game when the judgment per special figure is performed Depending on the state (that is, the granting state of the second variable state), it is possible to give different game states (probability / first variable state or probability / second variable state) after winning the game, so that the same type Even in a win game, the game state after the big hit game changes, and the interest in the game state after the big hit game can be increased.

  Further, as described above, the first or third winning game (the first specific winning game) is triggered when the big hit determination executed in the normal gaming state (probability / non-variable short state) becomes the winning determination result. Game), the most advantageous second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state) among the chances of winning the first start winning opening 31 through one special chart. It becomes. On the other hand, when the fourth winning game (second specific winning game) is given in response to the determination per special figure executed in the non-benefits advantageous state being a winning determination result, When the first advantageous gaming state (probability variation / first variation state) is entered, and the judgment per special figure executed in the first advantageous gaming state (probability variation / first variation state) becomes the winning determination result. By giving the fourth winning game (second specific winning game), the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state) is established. In other words, since the process of shifting from the non-variable state to the second advantageous gaming state in which the most advantageous second shortening state (first privilege advantageous state) is granted can be varied, interest in the gaming state after the big hit game Can increase the interest of the game.

  In addition, the fourth hit game (second specific hit game) is triggered by the fact that the determination per special figure executed in the first advantageous game state (probability change / first change state) becomes a win determination result. Is given from the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state) to the first advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state) according to the number of changes after the big hit game (whether the game state switching count has been reached). After the transition to the first variable gaming state and the transition to the first advantageous gaming state (probability variation / first variational state), when the fourth winning game (second specific winning game) is granted The first advantageous gaming state (probability variation / first variation state). In other words, when the fourth winning game (second specific winning game) is awarded, the game state that can be shifted when the big hit game is subsequently generated changes according to the number of fluctuations after the big hit game. In addition, since the process of shifting from the non-variable state to the second advantageous gaming state to which the most advantageous second varying state (first privilege advantageous state) is given can be varied, interest in the gaming state after the big hit game Can increase the interest of the game.

  Further, in the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment, the number of prize balls that can be obtained during each big hit game and the advantageous degree of the game state given after each win game (that is, the type of variable state). Therefore, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game by highlighting the characteristics of the gaming machine. More specifically, in the first embodiment, in the case of a jackpot game with a large number of winning balls (first jackpot game), the winning games with a small number of winning balls (third to sixth jackpot games) can be obtained. Compared to the case of (game), a game state (probability change / second change state) having a high degree of advantage is easily given after the big hit game, thereby making it possible to achieve a clear game. Also, in the case of the sixth jackpot game, in which the number of prize balls that can be obtained is larger than that of the third to fifth jackpot games, there is a change that has a higher advantage after the jackpot game than the third to fifth jackpot games. By making the short state (second variable state) easy to be given and increasing the base value, it is possible to increase the number of award balls to be paid out after the big hit game and to make a game with sharpness. In the case of a big hit game (fourth to fifth big hit games) where the number of award balls that can be acquired is small (almost impossible to acquire), a probability change state is given and the game state has a higher base value than the normal game state Thus, it is possible to play a game while causing a sense of expectation to shift to a more advantageous gaming state (second advantageous gaming state).

  Further, in the first embodiment, when the different game state (variation state type) is given after the big hit game, the effect control CPU 65a determines the effect mode and performs the effect. The assigned gaming state (variable state type) can be suggested to the player from the effect contents of the effect display unit 17. And, since the effect mode is different for each gaming state of the big hit game, the player can accurately discriminate between the first advantageous gaming state and the second advantageous gaming state, and the left-handed game and the right-handed game can be distinguished from each other. It is possible to play by selecting accurately according to the game.

  Next, the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment will be described. Since the basic configuration of the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment is the same as that of the first embodiment, only different parts will be described.

  In the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment, as the variable state, in addition to the first to third variable states described above, the variation time of the normal map change display and the opening time of the opening and closing member 34 associated with the general map are as follows. The fourth variable state is set at least partially different. In this fourth variable state, for example, the normal time change time is set to 800 milliseconds, and the opening / closing member 34 is opened twice with an open time of 1000 milliseconds per one normal time (total open time). (1500 milliseconds). That is, in the fourth variable state, the pachinko ball is easier to win the second start winning opening 32 than in the non-variable state and the first variable state, and is more pachinko than the second variable state and the third variable state. Is set so that it is difficult to win the second start winning opening 32. Further, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment, in addition to the first to fourth advantageous game states described above, a fifth advantageous game state in which the probability variation state and the fourth variation state are combined is set (see FIG. 12). ). In the fifth advantageous gaming state, like the first variable state, the fifth variable state is given, so that it is easier for the pachinko ball to win the second start winning opening 32 than in the normal game state. The increase in the base value accompanying the increase in the winning opportunity at the second start winning opening 32 is set to be small, and the start winning opening (first and second starting winning openings) is performed by playing the left-handed game rather than the right-handed game. 31 and 32) is configured to be in a gaming state in which a game associated with winning a prize can be efficiently performed. Specifically, the base value in the fifth advantageous gaming state is configured to be 40.

  Next, the relationship between the jackpot game in the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment and the game state that shifts after the jackpot game will be described. In the pachinko machine 10 of the second embodiment, based on the big hit symbol (type of big hit game) determined based on the result of the hit determination in the special figure determination, the game state to be shifted after the big hit game is uniquely determined. It has been established.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 13, when the symbols A and B (first and third jackpot games) are determined, the main control CPU 60a sets the jackpot game to the second advantageous gaming state. When the symbol C (the fourth jackpot game) is determined, the main control CPU 60a determines that the jackpot game is set to the fifth advantageous gaming state, and the symbol D (the fifth jackpot game). Is determined, the main control CPU 60a determines that the jackpot game is set to the first advantageous gaming state, and when symbols E and b (sixth and seventh jackpot games) are determined. The main control CPU 60a determines that the jackpot game is to be in the fourth advantageous game state, and if the symbol a (second jackpot game) is determined, the jackpot game is to be set in the third advantageous game state. The main control CPU 60a determines It is configured to. Note that. In the second embodiment, the game state determined based on the jackpot symbol (type of jackpot game) is changed from the end of each jackpot game to the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 in the embodiment). It is configured to continue until the second special figure variation display) is performed. When the symbol C (fourth jackpot game) is determined, the symbol variation effect (first and second special symbol variation display) of the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 times in the embodiment) from the jackpot game The main control CPU 60a determines that the gaming state until the sum of (5) is made the fifth advantageous gaming state. When the symbols A and B (first and third jackpot games) are determined, the symbol variation effect (first and third times) from the jackpot game is changed from the jackpot game (ie, 1 to 100 times in the embodiment). The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until the second special figure variation display) is made to be the second advantageous gaming state.

  Further, in the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment, the advantageous control that can be determined by the effect control CPU 65a based on the big hit symbol (type of the big hit game) determined based on the fact that the hit determination result is obtained by the special symbol determination. A mode is defined. In other words, when different game states (short and short states) are given after the big hit game, the effect mode is configured to determine the same kind of advantageous effect mode.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 14, when the symbols A and B (first and third jackpot games) are determined (when the second advantageous gaming state is reached after the jackpot game), When the effect control CPU 65a determines that the effect mode is the second advantageous effect mode, and the symbol C (fourth big hit game) is decided (when the fifth advantageous game state is reached after the big hit game), the symbol D ( When the fifth jackpot game is determined (when the first advantageous game state is reached after the big jackpot game), and when the symbol E (sixth jackpot game) is determined (after the big hit game is the fourth advantageous game state) In each case, the effect control CPU 65a determines that the effect mode of the jackpot game is the first advantageous effect mode, and the symbol a (second jackpot game) is determined (the third after the jackpot game). In the case of an advantageous gaming state) When the effect control CPU 65a determines that the game effect mode is the third advantageous effect mode and the symbol b (seventh big hit game) is determined (when the fourth advantageous game state is reached after the big hit game). The effect control CPU 65a determines that the effect mode of the jackpot game is the fourth advantageous effect mode.

(Operation of Example 2)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment will be described. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment, when different gaming states (variable state types) are given after the big hit game, the same kind of advantageous performance mode can be determined, so that the given gaming state It is possible to prevent the player from discriminating (variation state type) from the effect contents of the effect display unit 17. In other words, in the second embodiment, the effect mode after the big hit game is configured to be the first advantageous effect mode when any of the first, fourth, and fifth advantageous game states is set after the big hit game. The player cannot determine which of the first, fourth, and fifth advantageous game states from the display content of the display unit 17. Thereby, in the process in which a game is performed, the player's interest in the winning mode, winning frequency, etc. of the pachinko ball with respect to the second start winning opening 32 can be increased. That is, the player's interest that tends to be biased in the display content on the effect display unit 17 can be distributed to the second start winning award 32, and the interest of the game can be enhanced. In the second embodiment, the first, fourth, and fifth advantageous game states that are shifted to the same advantageous effect mode are set as game states suitable for left-handed games. For this reason, while having a configuration in which the game state cannot be determined from the display content of the effect display unit 17, there is no misrecognition of a game form such as whether to play a right-handed game or a left-handed game, causing an unexpected disadvantage to the player I will not let you. As a result, in the process of playing the game, the player's interest can be concentrated on guessing the gaming state from the winning mode and winning frequency of the pachinko ball with respect to the second start winning opening 32, and the interest of the game is improved. be able to. Further, with respect to the pachinko machine 10 according to the second embodiment, the same effects as the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment can be expected.

  Next, a pachinko machine 10 according to a third embodiment will be described. Note that the basic configuration of the pachinko machine 10 according to the third embodiment is the same as that of the first embodiment described above, and therefore only different parts will be described.

(About the relationship between the jackpot game and the game state that transitions after the jackpot game)
The relationship between the jackpot game in the pachinko machine 10 according to the third embodiment and the game state that shifts after the jackpot game will be described. In the pachinko machine 10 of the third embodiment, as in the first embodiment, the jackpot symbol (type of jackpot game) determined based on the result of the hit determination in the special figure determination and the hit per special figure is determined. Based on the game state at the time of play, the game state to be transferred after the big hit game is determined. Therefore, a relationship different from that in the first embodiment will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 15, the special figure hit determination that triggers the determination of the symbol A (first jackpot game) includes the normal gaming state (non-probability variation / non-variation short state), the first advantageous gaming state (probability variation / probability / 1st variable state), 2nd advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), 3rd advantageous gaming state (probability variation / 3rd variation state) and 4th advantageous gaming state (probability variation / 4th variation state) ), When the game is played in any of the gaming states, the symbol variation effect (the total of the first and second special diagram variation displays) of the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 in the embodiment) is performed from the big hit game. The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until it is played is the first advantageous gaming state.

  In addition, the special figure hit determination that triggers the determination of the symbol B (third jackpot game) is the normal game state (non-probability / non-variable state), the first advantageous game state (probability / first variable state) ), Any of the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), the third advantageous gaming state (probability variation / third variation state) and the fourth advantageous gaming state (probability variation / fourth variation state) When played in the gaming state, the symbol variation effect (the sum of the first and second special diagram variation display) of the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 in the embodiment) from the jackpot game is performed. The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state is the second advantageous gaming state.

  When the special figure hit determination that triggers the determination of the symbol C (the fourth jackpot game) is made in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-change state), the number of change times from the jackpot game is shorter. The game state until the symbol change effect (total of the first and second special figure change displays) of the game state switching times (that is, 1 to 50 times in the embodiment) is performed is set as the second advantageous game state. The main control CPU 60a determines, and after the change of the game state switching number, the symbol change effect (the sum of the first and second special figure change displays) of the number of times of change (that is, 51 to 100 in the embodiment) is performed. The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until this time is the first advantageous gaming state. In addition, the special figure hit determination that triggers the determination of the symbol C (fourth big hit game) is the first advantageous game state (probability variation / first variation state), the second advantageous game state (probability variation / second variation). (Short state), 3rd advantageous gaming state (probability variation / 3rd variation state) and 4th advantageous gaming state (probability variation / 4th variation state) The game state until the symbol variation effect (total of the first and second special diagram variation display) of the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 times in the embodiment) is performed is set to the second advantageous game state. The control CPU 60a is configured to determine. That is, when the symbol C (fourth big hit game) is determined in response to the special figure determination performed in the normal gaming state (non-probability change / non-variable short state), the number of game state switching times from the big hit game is determined. By performing the symbol variation effect, the base value is lowered from the second variation state to the first variation state, and the player's interest in the number of variations after the big hit game is increased.

  In addition, the special figure determination that triggers the determination of the symbol D (fifth big hit game) includes the normal game state (non-probability / non-variable state) and the first advantageous game state (probability / first variable state). ), The symbol variation effect (the total of the first and second special diagram variation displays) of the game state switching times shorter than the number of times of change from the jackpot game (ie, 1 to 50 times in the embodiment). ), The main control CPU 60a determines that the gaming state before the game state is changed to the second advantageous gaming state, and the number of times of change (that is, 51 to 100 in the embodiment) after the change of the number of gaming state switching. The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until the symbol variation effect (the sum of the first and second special figure variation displays) is set to the first advantageous gaming state. In addition, the special figure hit determination that triggers the determination of the symbol D (fifth big hit game) includes the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), the third advantageous gaming state (probability variation / third variation). Short game) and 4th advantageous game state (probability variation / fourth variation short state), when played in any game state, the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 in the embodiment) from the big hit game The main control CPU 60a is configured to determine that the gaming state until the variation effect (the total of the first and second special figure variation displays) is performed is the second advantageous gaming state. In other words, when the symbol D (fifth big hit game) is determined triggered by the special figure determination made in the normal gaming state (non-probability change / non-variable short state), the number of game state switching times from the big hit game is determined. By performing the symbol variation effect, the base value is lowered from the second variation state to the first variation state, and the player's interest in the number of variations after the big hit game is increased.

(About the relationship between the jackpot game and the production mode after the jackpot game)
Next, the relationship between the jackpot game according to the third embodiment and the effect mode after the jackpot game will be described. In the third embodiment, as shown in FIG. 16, when the special figure determination is performed in any gaming state and the symbol A (first big hit game) is determined, the number of times of change (that is, the number of times of change from the big hit game (that is, the first big hit game) In the embodiment, the effect control CPU 65a determines that the effect mode until the symbol change effect (the total of the first and second special figure change displays) is performed is the first advantageous effect mode. It is configured as follows. Similarly, in any gaming state, when the determination per special figure is made and the symbol B (third jackpot game) is determined, the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 times in the embodiment) from the jackpot game is determined. The effect control CPU 65a is configured to determine that the effect mode until the symbol change effect (the total of the first and second special figure change displays) is performed is the second advantageous effect mode.

  In addition, in the normal gaming state (non-probability change / non-change state) and the first advantageous game state (probability change / first change state), a special symbol determination is performed and the symbols C and D (fourth and fifth) are determined. When the jackpot game is determined, the symbol variation effect (the sum of the first and second special diagram variation display) of the number of times of change (that is, 1 to 100 times in the embodiment) is performed from the jackpot game. The effect control CPU 65a is configured to determine that the effect mode is the first advantageous effect mode. Also, any of the second advantageous gaming state (probability variation / second variation state), the third advantageous gaming state (probability variation / third variation state), and the fourth advantageous gaming state (probability variation / fourth variation state) In the gaming state, when the special figure hit determination is performed and the symbols C and D (fourth and fifth big hit games) are determined, the number of times of change from the big hit game (that is, 1 to 100 in the embodiment) is determined. The effect control CPU 65a is configured to determine that the effect mode until the symbol change effect (the sum of the first and second special figure change displays) is set to the second advantageous effect mode. In addition, about the advantageous production mode accompanying the determination of other big hit games, since it is the same relationship as Example 1, description is abbreviate | omitted.

(Operation of Example 3)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 10 according to the third embodiment will be described. In the pachinko machine 10 according to the third embodiment, the number of award balls that can be obtained during each big hit game and the advantageous degree of the game state given after each win game (that is, the type of variable state) Since the correlation is given, the characteristics of the gaming machine can be emphasized and the interest of the game can be improved. More specifically, in the third embodiment, in the case of a big hit game with a large number of winning balls (first big hit game), the winning game with a small number of winning balls (third to sixth big wins) can be obtained. Compared to the case of gaming), it is possible to make a gaming machine with a small wave in the whole game by making it easier to be given a gaming state (probability variation / first variation state) having a lower degree of advantage after a big hit game. In this way, in the case of the first big hit game in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained during the big hit game, the number of prize balls that can be obtained in the state where the variable state after the big hit game is given (the base value) In the case of a big hit game (4th to 5th big hit games) where the number of winning balls that can be acquired during a big hit game is small (cannot be almost won), a variable state after the big hit game is given By increasing the number of award balls that can be acquired in a given state (with a high base value), the number of award balls that can be acquired in the entire game can be made uniform. That is, in the case of a jackpot game (fourth to fifth jackpot games) where the number of prize balls that can be earned is small (substantially unobtainable) (fourth to fifth jackpot games), The game will have a higher base value than the first advantageous gaming state (the second advantageous gaming state), and the next big hit game will occur while suppressing the decrease in the number of pachinko balls held by the player. Can cause a sense of expectation to be made.

  Further, in the third embodiment, the stage is performed in the same kind of advantageous performance mode while the game is shifted to a different advantageous game state (variation state type) while the variation state after the big hit game is given. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the game state from being discriminated by the player from the contents of the effect on the effect display unit 17. That is, in Example 3, when the symbol C and the symbol D (the fourth and fifth jackpot games) are won, the game state is changed by performing the symbol variation effect of the number of game state switching after the jackpot game. While the first advantageous gaming state can be shifted from the two advantageous gaming state, the first effect mode is maintained in the effect mode, so that the first advantageous gaming state is changed from the second advantageous gaming state to the display content of the effect display unit 17. The player cannot determine the transition to. Thereby, in the process in which a game is performed, the player's interest in the winning mode, winning frequency, etc. of the pachinko ball with respect to the second start winning opening 32 can be increased. That is, the player's interest that tends to be biased in the display content on the effect display unit 17 can be distributed to the second start winning award 32, and the interest of the game can be enhanced. In the third embodiment, the same advantageous performance mode is maintained when the second advantageous gaming state suitable for the right-handed game is shifted to the first advantageous gaming state suitable for the left-handed game. For this reason, by adopting a configuration in which the game state cannot be determined from the display content of the effect display unit 17, the game is performed in order to grasp the game form suitable for the game (whether it should be left-handed or left-handed). In the process, the player's interest in the pachinko ball winning mode and the winning frequency for the second start winning opening 32 is further increased, and the player's interest can be effectively dispersed from the effect on the effect display unit 17. Further, with respect to the pachinko machine 10 according to the third embodiment, the same effects as the pachinko machine 10 according to the first embodiment can be expected.

(Example of change)
Note that the gaming machine is not limited to those described above, and various modifications can be made.

(1) In Examples 1 and 3, three types of winning rate improvement states (variable states) are provided as privilege advantageous states, and in Example 2, four types of winning rate improvement states (variable states) are provided as privilege advantageous states. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and can be realized by setting two or more winning rate improvement states (shortening states) having different degrees of advantage.
(2) In each embodiment, the game state after winning a game is determined according to the type of winning game (provided state of probability variation state or shortage state), but a prize that is released while the winning game is performed When a special area is formed in the section (special winning section 40) and the game ball passes through the special area during the winning game, and it is determined to give the probability variation state, You may comprise so that the provision state of a change state and the number of times of change may be determined according to whether the game ball passed. For example, in the first embodiment, when the game ball passes through the special area during the first hit game, the probability change state is given after the hit game, and the change state is given 100 times. When the game ball does not pass through the special area during the game, only the 50 short-time change states can be given after the hit game. In addition, the number of times of change is an example, and is not limited to this. Further, the number of times of change may be set to 0 in either or both of the case where the game ball passes through the special area and the case where the game ball does not pass through the special area.
(3) In addition, a special area is formed in the winning section (special winning section 40) that is opened while the winning game is performed, and the game ball passes through the special area during the winning game. If the game ball is configured to be determined in accordance with whether or not the game ball has passed through the special area, the type of privilege advantage state (shortening state) after the winning game may be determined. . That is, the base value can be made different depending on whether or not the game ball has passed through the special area. Here, when the base value is made different depending on whether or not the game ball has passed through the special area, when the game ball passes through the special area, a privilege advantageous state having a high base value (for example, the second variable state) May be configured to give a privilege advantage state (first variable state) with a low base value when the game ball does not pass, and when the game ball passes through the special area, the base value is low. A privilege advantage state (second variation state) with a high base value may be imparted when a privilege advantage state (for example, a first variation state) is given and a game ball does not pass. For example, in the first embodiment, when a game ball passes through a special area during the first winning game, a gaming state that becomes a probable change / second variable state after the winning game (while providing the second advantageous gaming state) When the game ball does not pass through the special area during the first winning game, it is possible to provide a game state that becomes the first variable state in the non-probable variable state.
(4) In the embodiment, one big hit is given as a win game in which the advantageous game state (type of privilege advantageous state) after the hit game changes according to the game state when the hit judgment (judgment per special figure) is performed. Although a game (fourth big hit game) is provided, a plurality of hit games may be provided.
(5) In the first embodiment, the type of advantageous performance mode after winning is determined according to the gaming state after the winning gaming state (first, third to fifth advantageous gaming states). Instead, the type of advantageous performance mode after winning a game may be determined according to the type of winning game.

(6) In the embodiment, each benefit advantage state (variation) is obtained by making the expected value (base value) of the total number of paid-out prize balls in the privilege advantageous state given after winning a game different for each advantageous game state (shortening state). Although the degree of advantage in each state) is different, each benefit advantage state (shortening state) is changed by changing the period (that is, the number of times of change) for each bonus game state (shortening state) after the winning game ) The degree of advantage for each may be different.
(7) In the embodiment, the first variable state is configured to be a game state suitable for a left-handed game. However, the first variable state may be configured to be a game state suitable for a right-handed game. Good. For example, the expected value (base value) of the total number of paid-out prize balls in the first variable state can be set within a range not exceeding the expected value (base value) of the total number of paid-out prize balls in the second variable state.
(8) In the embodiment, when a left-handed game is played, a game ball can be won in each of the first and second start winning parts, and when a right-handed game is played, a game ball is won in the second start winning part. However, the game ball may be awarded only to the first start winning portion when the left-handed game is played, and the game balls are respectively awarded to the first and second start winning portions when the right-handed game is played. May be configured to receive a prize. In addition, when a left-handed game is played, a game ball can be won in each of the first and second start winning parts. When a right-handed game is played, a game ball is won in both the first and second start winning parts. You may comprise so that it may not be obtained (it will be discharged from an out port).
(9) In the embodiment, all or part of the functions of the main control means (main control CPU) may be provided by the sub-control means (production control CPU). A part may be provided in the main control means. In the embodiment, the main control board and the sub control board (effect control board) are separately provided, but a single control board may be used. That is, the functions of the main control unit and the sub control unit in the embodiment may be provided in a control unit (CPU) provided on a single control board. Further, a separate control board may be provided, and all or part of the functions of the main control means and the sub control means of the embodiment may be provided in another control means.
(10) In the embodiment, the display control means (display control CPU) may be provided with all or a part of the functions of the effect control means (effect control CPU). The effect control means (effect control CPU) may be provided with all or part of the functions of the CPU. In the embodiment, the effect control means (effect control CPU) and the display control board (display control CPU) are separately provided. However, a single control board may be used. That is, the functions of the effect control board and the display control board in the embodiment may be shared by a control means (CPU) provided on a single control board. Similarly, the lamp control means for performing light emission control and the sound control means for performing sound output control can also be used as the effect control means.

(11) In the embodiment, the first to fourth areas are set in the storage means (main control ROM) as areas capable of storing the first and second special figure start hold information, and the special figure start hold information is stored. Each time the special figure start hold information is acquired (read), the area in which the special figure start hold information is stored is sequentially moved (shifted). The figure start hold information may be stored, and the special figure start hold information may be acquired (read out) from the first to fourth areas in the stored order.
(12) In the embodiment, a special figure display means (special figure display) for displaying a special figure is provided independently of the production display unit for displaying a design pattern (decorative drawing). It is not limited to. For example, you may make it display both a decoration drawing and a special figure in a symbol display means. Moreover, you may make it display on a symbol display means in common with a decorative drawing and a special drawing.
(13) In the embodiment, a pachinko machine configured to determine whether or not to generate a hit game triggered by winning of a game ball in the start winning section has been described as an example, but the present invention is limited to this. Instead, various gaming machines such as an arrangement ball machine, a pinball machine, and a slot machine machine (rotating machine) can be adopted.

17 Production display section (display means)
20a Game area 31 First start prize opening (start prize section)
32 second start winning opening (startup winning unit)
60a Main control CPU (hit determination means, hit game determination means, privilege advantage state grant means)
65a effect control CPU (display content control means, effect mode determination means)

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A plurality of start winning portions including a start winning portion having a variable winning probability of a game ball and a start winning portion having the same winning probability, and whether or not a game is to be generated by winning the start winning portion And a winning game determining means for determining a winning game to be given from a plurality of types of winning games when the winning determination means is a winning determination result, wherein the winning determination means is a winning determination. In the case of the result, in the gaming machine configured to give the winning game determined by the winning game determining means,
When the winning determination means is a winning determination result, the bonus advantageous state giving means for giving a bonus advantageous state in which the occurrence frequency of the determination by the hit determining means is higher than the non-privileged advantageous state after the winning game ,
As the privilege advantageous conditions, advantageously degree is set first benefits advantageous state and a second, at least including a plurality of types of benefits advantageous conditions different from each other, the first award advantageous conditions, the per game is performed The expected value of the total number of payout prize balls to be paid out when a predetermined number of game balls are used for the game is set higher than the second privilege advantage state, and the second privilege advantage state is The probability that the determination by the determination means is the winning determination result is set higher than the first privilege advantage state,
When the winning determination means is a winning determination result, a privilege advantageous state that can be given by the privilege advantageous state giving means is determined according to the type of winning game determined by the winning game determining means,
When the winning game determination means grants a specific winning game, the bonus advantageous state according to the bonus advantageous state when the hit determination that triggered the granting of the specific winning game is executed A gaming machine, characterized in that the granting means is configured to be able to grant a privilege advantage state with a different degree of advantage. A game area where game balls can flow down,
In the first privilege advantageous state, the start winning portion is more in the case where the game ball is caused to flow down in the second ball flow-down area in the game area than in the case where the game ball is caused to flow down in the first ball flow-down area in the game area. It is easy to increase the winning of the game ball to the second, and the second advantage advantageous state is the case where the game ball is caused to flow down to the first ball flow-down area rather than the game ball to flow down to the second ball flow-down area. The game machine according to claim 1, wherein the game ball winnings to the start winning part can be easily increased .

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