JP6799036B2 - Bullet game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a ball game machine, particularly a ball game machine in which a symbol change based on a hit / fail judgment of a first special symbol and a symbol change based on a hit / fail judgment of a second special symbol can be performed at the same time. ..

Conventionally, in a pachinko machine, which is a ball game machine, a hit / fail judgment of a special symbol is performed due to a ball entering the starting port, and after the special symbol is variablely displayed, a definite display is made to indicate the result of the hit / miss judgment. Then, the mainstream is provided with a game configuration in which a big hit game is performed in which the big winning opening is opened in a predetermined opening mode when the determination result of the special symbol becomes a big hit. In addition, this type of pachinko machine is provided with a privileged game state that is advantageous for the next big hit after the big hit game is completed, and is configured to be sustainable until the number of fluctuations of the special symbol reaches a predetermined number. is there. Then, as an effect to enhance the fun of the game, the number of changes of the special symbol is counted, and when the special symbol changes a predetermined number of times, which is the expiration date of the privilege game state, the change such as whether or not the privilege game state is continued. It has been proposed to display a special effect for a limited number of times (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

In addition, as a conventional pachinko machine, the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol caused by entering the ball into the first starting port and the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol caused by entering the ball into the second starting port are performed at the same time. (See, for example, Patent Document 2), a pachinko machine is disclosed, which is feasible and has a structure in which the first special symbol and the second special symbol can be changed at the same time. According to this, the player's support is gained because the chances of determining whether or not the special symbol is correct are increased.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2013-158549 JP-A-2009-195506

By the way, even if the first special symbol and the second special symbol can be changed at the same time, the effect display accompanying the change of the special symbol may be either the first special symbol or the second special symbol depending on the game situation. There are some that perform the corresponding effect display and do not perform the other effect display or only display it briefly. The game sensation can be the same as that of a game machine that does not fluctuate at the same time.
Even in a pachinko machine in which the first special symbol and the second special symbol of this type can be changed at the same time, it is desired to have a configuration capable of performing a special effect display limited to the number of fluctuations as an effect to enhance the fun of the game.
Therefore, in view of the above circumstances, the present invention has a configuration in which the first special symbol and the second special symbol can be simultaneously changed, and the effect display limited to a predetermined number of fluctuations is executed on condition that the situation is suitable. The challenge was to provide a ball game machine that can be played and has a rich interest in games.

The ball game machine of the invention according to claim 1 has a first gaming area in which the gaming ball flows down when the gaming ball is launched with the first firing intensity, and
A second game area in which the game ball flows down when the game ball is launched with a second firing intensity stronger than the first firing intensity, and
The first starting port arranged in the first gaming area and
A second starting port arranged in the second gaming area and
The first hit / fail determination means for performing the first hit / miss determination due to the entry of the game ball into the first start port, and
A first special symbol display device that displays the first special symbol in a variable manner according to the first hit / fail judgment, and later confirms and displays the first special symbol to notify the result of the hit / fail judgment.
A second hit / fail determination means for performing a second hit / fail determination due to the entry of the game ball into the second start port, and
A second special symbol display device that displays the second special symbol in a variable manner in accordance with the second hit / fail judgment, and later confirms and displays the second special symbol to notify the result of the hit / fail judgment.
To select a plurality of fluctuation tables having different average fluctuation times, and to select the fluctuation time of the first special symbol that fluctuates according to the first hit / fail judgment and the fluctuation time of the second special symbol that fluctuates according to the second hit / fail judgment. Variable table setting means for setting the variable table of
A special game control means for performing a special game advantageous for obtaining a prize ball according to the result of the first hit / fail judgment or the result of the second hit / miss judgment is provided.
In a ball game machine capable of simultaneous fluctuation of a first special symbol that fluctuates according to the first hit / fail judgment and a second special symbol that fluctuates according to the second hit / fail judgment.
An effect symbol display device capable of performing a pseudo effect display corresponding to either the first special symbol or the second special symbol according to the game situation , and
A counting means for counting the number of fluctuations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol in a specific gaming state in which a predetermined number of hit / fail judgments is given as an upper limit .
A fluctuation number determination means for determining whether or not the number of fluctuations counted by the counting means has reached the predetermined number of hit / fail determinations is provided.
In the variation table setting means, the variation number of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is determined by the variation number determination means as the predetermined number of hit / fail determinations , and the pseudo-effect display corresponds to the special. In the case of fluctuation of a symbol, the fluctuation table for selecting the fluctuation time of the special symbol is set to a specific fluctuation table having an average fluctuation time different from that of the fluctuation table before reaching the predetermined number of hit / fail judgments. Change and
When the specific variation table is selected, a special effect for notifying the gaming state after the end of the specific gaming state is executed .

In a ball game machine in which the first special symbol and the second special symbol can be changed at the same time, the fluctuation that becomes the specific number of fluctuations for which the special effect display is performed is the symbol variation of the special symbol supported by the pseudo effect display. It is essential to be there. Therefore, in the present invention, for example, as a special effect display , there is an effect for notifying the game state after the specific game state, which is given up to the predetermined number of hit / fail judgments, and this effect is set as the predetermined number of win / fail judgments. Do it to your eyes. Then, it is determined by the fluctuation number determination means that the number of fluctuations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol has reached the predetermined number of hit / fail determinations , and the variation of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo effect display. In this case, the fluctuation table for selecting the fluctuation time of the special symbol is changed to a specific fluctuation table having a different average fluctuation time. As a result, it is possible to carry out a special effect display having different effect times. Therefore, even if the first special symbol and the second special symbol can be changed at the same time, the number of fluctuations of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo-effect display is limited, provided that the situation is suitable. It is possible to execute a special effect display, and it is possible to realize a ball game machine with a rich interest in the game.

The invention according to claim 2 is the ball game machine according to claim 1.
It is equipped with a plurality of production modes with different production contents, and is equipped with an effect mode setting means for setting an effect mode of a pseudo effect display according to the fluctuation of the first special symbol or the second special symbol.
The effect mode setting means sets a special effect mode according to the specific variation table when the variation table is changed to the specific variation table by the variation table setting means at the variation of the specific variation number. It is characterized by that.

According to the present invention, the effect mode setting means can set the special effect mode according to the change of the variation table to the specific variation table, and the special effect display limited to the number of fluctuations can be displayed in the special effect mode. It can be carried out.

In the present invention, there may be provided a variation symbol determining means for determining whether or not the variation of a specific number of fluctuations becomes the variation of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo effect display. In this case, it is desirable that the variation symbol determining means determines whether or not the variation is a variation of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo-effect display when the variation of a specific number of fluctuations is reached.
According to this, it is possible to surely determine whether or not the specific variation number is the variation of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo effect display, and the variation table can be changed to the specific variation table.

Further, as the above-mentioned fluctuation symbol determination means, it is determined whether or not the number of fluctuations of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo-effect display has continuously fluctuated over the specified number of times, going back from the specific number of fluctuations. If there are continuous fluctuations, the fluctuation at a specific number of fluctuations may be determined to be the fluctuation of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo-effect display.

According to this, since the game area in which the first starting port of the first special symbol and the second starting port of the second special symbol are arranged is distinguished, the number of fluctuations counted by the counting means is set in advance. Immediately before reaching a specific number of fluctuations, if fluctuations of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo-effect display occur continuously, it is said that the game ball is launched by the player aiming at the main game area. It can be judged that the specific number of fluctuations is the fluctuation of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo-effect display with high probability. Therefore, it is possible to efficiently determine whether or not the variation of the specific number of fluctuations becomes the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo-effect display before the number of fluctuations reaches the specific number of fluctuations. In addition, before reaching a specific number of fluctuations, that is, before performing a special effect display limited to the number of fluctuations, a period for determining whether or not fluctuations of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo effect display continuously occur. It is also possible to carry out, for example, a countdown effect display by using. In this way, by performing the effect display stepwise from the countdown effect display to the special effect display, the expectation of the player can be increased stepwise.

It should be noted that the specified number of times for determining whether or not the number of fluctuations of the special symbol supported by the pseudo-effect display has changed continuously from the specific number of fluctuations is the special symbol supported by the pseudo-effect display. It is desirable to set the number to the same as the maximum number of reserved storages.
According to this, before the number of fluctuations counted by the counting means reaches a specific number of fluctuations, the fluctuations of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo-effect display are continuously generated over the maximum number of reserved storages. Therefore, it can be specified that the specific number of fluctuations is surely the fluctuation of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo-effect display.

In a configuration in which it is determined whether or not the number of fluctuations of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo effect display has continuously changed from the specific number of fluctuations, the effect mode setting means is the variation of the specific number of fluctuations and the variation. When the variable table is changed to the specific variable table by the table setting means, the first special effect mode is set according to the specific variable table, and the special effect display is supported by the variable symbol determination means. The second special effect mode may be set during the period for determining whether or not the number of fluctuations of is continuously changed.

According to this, the first special effect mode can be set according to the change of the variation table to the specific variation table by the effect mode setting means, and the number of fluctuations is limited in the first special effect mode. Special effect display can be performed. Further, the second special effect mode can be set during the period for determining whether or not the number of changes of the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo effect display has continuously changed over the specified number of times, and the second special effect mode can be set. It is possible to display a countdown effect in the special effect mode.

It is a front view of the ball game machine of 1st Embodiment to which this invention was applied. It is a front view of the game board of the ball game machine. It is explanatory drawing of the right-handed game area of the game board. It is a rear view of the ball game machine. It is an electric block diagram of the ball game machine. It is a figure which shows the game specification of the bullet game machine. It is explanatory drawing about the 1st jackpot symbol of the special symbol used in the ball game machine of this invention. It is explanatory drawing concerning the 1st effect mode of the effect display performed by the ball game machine of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the main routine executed by the main control device of the ball game machine. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the 1st special figure start entry confirmation processing executed by the main control device. It is a 1st flowchart which shows the control content of the 1st special figure hit / fail determination processing executed by the main control device. It is the 2nd flowchart which shows the control content of the 1st special figure hit / fail determination processing. It is a 1st flowchart which shows the control content of the 2nd special figure hit / fail determination process executed by the main control device. It is the 2nd flowchart which shows the control content of the 2nd special figure hit / fail determination processing. It is a 3rd flowchart which shows the control content of the 2nd special figure hit / fail determination processing. It is a 4th flowchart which shows the control content of the 2nd special figure hit / fail determination processing. It is the 5th flowchart which shows the control content of the 2nd special figure hit / fail determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the variation table setting process A executed by the main control device. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the effect mode setting process A executed by the sub control device of the ball game machine. It is the first flowchart which shows the control content of the jackpot game processing executed by the main control device. It is a 2nd flowchart which shows the control content of the jackpot game processing. It is a 3rd flowchart which shows the control content of the jackpot game processing. It is a 4th flowchart which shows the control content of the jackpot game processing. It is a 1st flowchart which shows the control content of the small hit game processing executed by the said main control device. It is a 2nd flowchart which shows the control content of the small hit game processing. It is a figure which shows the 1st display mode of the effect display executed by the ball game machine of this invention. It is a figure which shows the 2nd display mode of the effect display. It is explanatory drawing concerning the 2nd effect mode of the effect display used in the ball game machine of the 2nd Embodiment to which this invention is applied. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the variation table setting process B executed by the main control device of the ball game machine. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the variation table setting process C executed by the main control device. It is a flowchart which shows the control content of the effect mode setting process B executed by the sub-control device of the ball game machine. It is a figure which shows the 3rd display mode of the effect display. It is explanatory drawing about the 2nd jackpot symbol about the said special symbol.

[First Embodiment]
A pachinko machine 1 which is a ball game machine to which the present invention is applied will be described. As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 1 has a structure in which each part of the configuration is held by an outer frame 10 forming a vertically long fixed outer shell holding frame. The outer frame 10 is provided with a front frame (glass frame) 11 into which the plate glass 110 is fitted and an inner frame (not shown) that can be opened and closed via hinges 101 provided at the upper and lower positions on the left side. The front frame 11 and the inner frame are closed and locked to the outer frame 10 by the cylinder lock 18, a predetermined key is inserted into the cylinder lock 18, and the key is operated clockwise to open the inner frame. None, the front frame 11 can be opened by operating counterclockwise.
A game board 2 (FIG. 2) held by the inner frame is provided behind the plate glass 110 of the front frame 11.

Speakers 112 are installed at the left and right sides of the upper part of the front frame 11, and the game sound is output by these speakers to improve the taste of the game. Further, the front frame 11 is provided with a frame-side decorative lamp 113 that emits light according to the game state, and LEDs that notify the abnormality of the game.

The upper plate 12 and the lower plate 13 are integrally formed in the lower half of the front frame 11. A launch handle 14 is provided on the right side of the lower plate 13, and the launch device is activated by operating the launch handle 14 clockwise, and the game ball supplied from the upper plate 12 is directed toward the game board 2. Be fired. A prize ball is paid out to the upper plate 12.
The lower plate 13 is configured to receive the prize balls overflowing from the upper plate 12, and the game balls collected in the lower plate 13 can be transferred to a separate box (dollar box) provided in the game store by operating the ball pulling lever.

The pachinko machine 1 is a so-called CR machine, and a prepaid card unit (CR unit) CR for reading and writing a prepaid card is adjacent to the pachinko machine 1. The pachinko machine 1 is provided with a ball lending switch 171, a settlement switch 172, and a settlement display device 173 on the right side of the upper plate 12. Further, at the central position of the upper plate 12, an effect button 15 that can be operated by the player and a jog dial 16 are installed so as to surround the outer circumference thereof.

As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area 20 surrounded by the outer rail 201 and the inner rail 202. Further, in the game area, the center case 200 is mounted at a position substantially above the center. As a result, the game area 20 includes a left-handed game area L in which the game ball flows down when the game ball is fired at a predetermined strength, and a right-handed game area L in which the game ball flows down when the game ball is fired stronger than the predetermined strength. It is divided into R. A large number of game nails and windmills are planted in the game area 20.

In the left-handed game area L of the game area 20, a normal drawing operating gate 22 provided with a load that allows the game ball to dive is arranged at a position on the left side of the center case 200. The normal symbol actuating gate 22 causes the hit / fail determination of the normal symbol (hereinafter, simply referred to as the normal symbol) to be executed when the game ball enters and passes through. The normal figure operating gate 22 extracts a plurality of types of random numbers such as a random number for determining the hit of the normal figure, a random number for determining the winning symbol of the normal figure, and a random number for determining the fluctuation pattern of the normal figure by passing the game ball, and these random numbers. Is used for the hit / fail judgment. Up to four reserved memories of the normal figure are stored. Based on these reserved memories, the hit / fail judgment of the normal map is executed, and the result is a hit of the normal figure or a loss.

The center case 200 has an LCD panel of an effect symbol display device 46 (not shown as a whole) arranged in the center. The center case 200 is provided with a warp entrance, a warp gutter, a stage, and the like as well as well-known ones.

Directly below the center case 200, there is a general winning opening 27 and a first special figure starting opening 23 (claimed scope) that can be opened and closed by a tulip-type ordinary electric accessory (hereinafter, simply referred to as a general electric accessory). (Equivalent to the first starting port) is installed. The first special figure start port 23 can be entered (winning) only when the general electric accessory is opened. The general electric accessory is configured to be opened in a predetermined opening mode for a predetermined time when it is won in the lottery of the general drawing.

The first special figure start port 23 has a configuration in which a game ball flowing down a left-handed game area L or a warp gutter of the center case 200 can easily enter. The first special figure start port 23 is a ball entry port that causes the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol (hereinafter, simply referred to as the first special figure) to be executed by entering the ball. By entering the first special figure start port 23, a plurality of types of random numbers such as a random number for determining the jackpot of the first special figure, a random number for determining the jackpot symbol of the first special figure, and a random number for determining the fluctuation pattern of the first special figure are generated. It is extracted and used for determining the validity of the first special figure. Up to four reserved memories of the first special figure are stored. Based on these reserved memories, the hit / fail judgment of the first special figure is executed, and the result is a big hit or a loss judgment.
Further, a plurality of general winning openings 27 are arranged in the left-handed game area L.

The details of the right-handed game area R are shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, and the right-handed game area R is configured such that the game ball flows down along the transparent flow path 203. In the flow path 203, a combination gate 204, a second special figure starting port 24, a first large winning opening 25, and a second large winning opening 26 are arranged from the upstream side. The game ball flowing down along the flow path 203 first enters the combination gate 204, and by passing through the game ball, it is detected that the game ball has entered the right-handed game area R.

A flow path 205 for guiding the game ball vertically downward is connected to the downstream of the service gate 204. Out-ball ports 206 and 206 for taking game balls into the pachinko machine stand are arranged on the left and right sides of the upper and lower intermediate positions in the flow path 205. These are communicated with openings provided on the left and right side walls of the flow path 205, and are configured to take in a game ball that cannot smoothly flow down the flow path 205. That is, if the game ball cannot flow down the flow path 205 smoothly, the flow speed of the ball drops, so that the subsequent game ball collides with the previous ball, deviates sideways, and jumps out of the flow path through the opening. The out ball ports 206 and 206 take in these balls. As a result, when a plurality of game balls continuously flow down the right-handed game area R, the game balls are spaced apart to some extent.

On the downstream side of the flow path 205, a branch portion 207 that distributes the flow direction of the game ball to the left and right is arranged. The branch portion 207 is formed in a substantially chevron shape and acts to distribute the game ball colliding with the tip to the left or right side.

On the right side of the branch portion 207, a second special figure starting port 24 (corresponding to the second starting port within the scope of claims) is installed so that the ball can always enter (win). Only the game balls that have passed through the flow path 205 and are distributed to the right side of the branch portion 207 can enter the second special figure start port 24.

The second special figure start port 24 is a ball entry port that causes the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol (hereinafter, simply referred to as the second special figure) to be executed by entering the ball. By entering the second special figure start port 24, a plurality of types of random numbers such as a random number for determining the jackpot of the second special figure, a random number for determining the jackpot symbol of the second special figure, and a random number for determining the fluctuation pattern of the second special figure are generated. Extracted. The hit / fail determination of the second special figure is executed based on these plurality of types of random numbers, and the result is determined to be either a big hit, a small hit, or a loss.

On the left side of the branch portion 207, the first large winning opening 25 is arranged at the tip of the flow path 208. The first special winning opening 25 is provided so as to be openable and closable by a first special electric accessory door (simply referred to as a first special electric door) 251. The first special electric door 251 can be selectively switched between an open state in which the first large winning opening 25 can be entered and a closed state in which the ball cannot be entered. For example, (1) it is possible to selectively execute (1) a closed state in which the first prize opening 25 located below is closed and a closed state in which the first prize opening 25 is retracted to open the first prize opening 25. (2) It is placed in a position to hide the first big winning opening 25 behind, and it is in a closed state that makes it impossible to enter the game ball, and it slides downward to expose the first big winning opening 25. However, a configuration in which the open state that allows the game ball to enter can be selectively executed can be exemplified.

The first large winning opening 25 is normally closed by the first special electric door 251. As a result, the game ball can be guided to the downstream side. Then, if the result of the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol or the second special figure is a big hit, the first big winning opening 25 is predetermined over a predetermined round game by operating the first special electric door 251 in the big hit game. The time is open. The first large winning opening 25 is allowed to enter the ball only when it is opened, and the entered game ball is taken into the game board from the intake opening 252 at the lower end.

On the other hand, when the first big winning opening 25 is closed, the game ball that has reached the position of the first big winning opening 25 passes through the first big winning opening 25 and is located on the downstream side by the flow path 209. You will be guided (guided) in the direction of the big winning opening 26.

The second special winning opening 26 can be opened and closed by the second special electric accessory door (simply referred to as the second special electric door) 261. The second big winning opening 26 passes through the flow path 205 and is guided to the left by the branch portion 207, and the first big winning opening 25 cannot enter in the closed state and only the game ball that has passed through the first big winning opening 25 can reach. It is said that. The second special winning opening 26 is opened for a predetermined time by operating the second special electric door 261 in the small hit game of the second special figure. The second special electric door 261 normally protrudes so as to close the second special winning opening 26, and retracts during operation to open the second special winning opening 26. Further, when the second special electric door 261 is not operated, the game ball rolls on the upper surface thereof and is delivered from the downstream end of the flow path 209 to the central lower end side of the game area 20. The second large winning opening 26 is allowed to enter the ball only when it is opened, and the entered game ball is taken into the game board from the intake opening 262 at the lower end.

A general winning opening 27 is arranged downstream of the flow path 209, and an out ball opening 206 for taking in a game ball is arranged at the lowermost part of the board surface at the lower center of the game area 20 (FIG. 2).
At the lower right end of the game board 2, a state notification unit arranged outside the rail 201 includes a first special figure display device 28A (corresponding to the first special symbol display device described in the claims). The first special figure holding number display device 281, the second special figure display device 28B (corresponding to the second special symbol display device described in the claims), the ordinary symbol display device 29, and the ordinary figure holding number display device 291 are arranged. Has been done.

FIG. 4 shows the back surface of the pachinko machine 1, and an inner frame 30 for detachably attaching the game board 2 is housed on the back surface side of the pachinko machine 1. Similar to the front frame 11, the inner frame 30 is installed so that the vertical position of one side edge (right side in FIG. 3) is hinged to the outer frame 10 and can be opened and closed. A game ball flow-down passage is formed in the inner frame 30, and a ball tank 31, a tank rail 32, and a payout unit 33 are provided from above (upstream), and a payout mechanism is provided in the payout unit 33. .. With this configuration, if a game ball wins in the winning opening of the game board 2, a predetermined number of game balls (prize balls) pass from the ball tank 31 via the tank rail 32 through the payout ball flow passage by the payout unit 33, and the upper plate. It will be paid out to 12. Further, the payout unit 33 that pays out the prize ball also pays out the ball that is paid out by operating the ball lending switch 171.

On the back surface side of the pachinko machine 1, a main control device 40, a payout control device 41, a sub integrated control device 42, an effect symbol control device 43, a launch control device 44, and a power supply board 45 are provided.
The main control device 40, the sub integrated control device 42, and the effect symbol control device 43 are provided on the game board 2, and the payout control device 41, the launch control device 44, and the power supply board 45 are provided on the inner frame 30. Although the launch control device 44 is not drawn in FIG. 4, it is provided on the back side of the power supply board 45.

Further, an external connection terminal plate 38 is arranged on the right side of the ball tank 31, and a signal indicating a game state or a game result is sent to a hall computer (not shown) by the external connection terminal plate 38. Conventionally, the external connection terminal board for transmitting a signal to the hall computer is for the board (terminal for outputting the signal output from the game board side to the hall computer) and the frame side (outer frame 10, front). Two types (terminals for outputting signals output from the frame 11 and the inner frame 30 to the hall computer) are used, but in the present embodiment, the game state and the game are played via one external connection terminal plate 38. A signal indicating the result is transmitted to the hall computer.

FIG. 5 shows the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 1, centering on the main control device 40 that controls the progress of the game, etc., as sub-control devices, the payout control device 41, the sub-integrated control device 42, and the effect symbol control device 43. It is a configuration including. The main control device 40, the payout control device 41, the sub integrated control device 42, and the effect symbol control device 43 all include a CPU, ROM, RAM, input port, output port, etc., and all of these control devices are operated by the CPU. A program consisting of a main routine and a subroutine mounted on the ROM is started due to an interrupt signal having a 2 ms cycle or a 4 ms cycle, and various controls are executed. Further, the main control device 40 is also provided with a random number counter or the like for extracting various random numbers.
The launch control device 44 is not provided with a CPU, ROM, RAM, or the like. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the emission control device 44 may be provided with a CPU, ROM, RAM, or the like.

The main control device 40 is electrically connected to the hall computer 500 of the game store via the back wiring relay terminal plate 530 and the external connection terminal plate 38. Further, the main control device 40 includes a glass frame opening switch 501 and an inner frame opening switch 502 that detect whether or not the front frame and the inner frame are closed via the back wiring relay terminal plate 530 and the game board relay terminal plate 531. (Note that the switch is referred to as SW in FIG. 5). In addition, the main control device 40 includes a first special figure start port switch 503 that detects entry into the first special figure start port 23, and a second special figure that detects entry into the second special figure start port 24. The detection signal of the start port switch 504 and the normal symbol operation switch 505 that detects the entry of the ball into the normal symbol operation gate 22 is input. Further, the main control device 40 receives detection signals such as a first count switch 506 that detects a ball entering the first special winning opening 25 and a second count switch 507 that detects a ball entering the second special winning opening 26. Entered. Furthermore, detection signals such as a winning combination gate switch 508 for detecting entry into the combination gate 204 and a general winning opening switch 509 for detecting entry into a plurality of general winning openings 27 are input to the main control device 40. Will be done.

Further, the main control device 40 operates according to the installed program and generates various commands related to the progress of the game based on the above-mentioned detection signal and the like. Then, the main control device 40 outputs a command toward the sub-integrated control device 42 and the effect symbol control device 43 via the payout control device 41 and the effect relay terminal plate 532. Further, the main control device 40 includes a first special symbol display device 28A, a second special symbol display device 28B, a first special symbol reservation number display device 281, a normal symbol display device 29, and a general symbol display device 29 via a symbol display device relay terminal plate 533. Figure Display control of the hold number display device 291 and the like is performed.

Further, the main control device 40 is connected to the first special winning opening solenoid 510, the second special winning opening solenoid 511, and the general electric accessory solenoid 512 via the game board relay terminal plate 531 (in addition, in FIG. 5). Solenoid is referred to as SOL). Then, the main control device 40 controls the first special winning opening solenoid 510 to operate the first special electric door 251 to open the first special winning opening 25. Further, the main control device 40 controls the second special winning opening solenoid 511 to operate the second special electric door 261 to open the second special winning opening 26. Further, the main control device 40 controls the solenoid accessory solenoid 512 to open the first large winning opening 25 made of the utility accessory.
The output signal from the main control device 40 is also output to the test signal terminal, and a management signal such as a symbol variation or a big hit of a special figure is sent to the hall computer 500 via the external connection terminal plate 38.

Bidirectional communication is possible between the main control device 40 and the payout control device 41.
A detection signal of a ball-out switch 520 that detects that the ball tank has become empty is input to the payout control device 41 via the back wiring relay terminal plate 530 and the payout relay terminal board 534. Further, detection signals such as a payout switch 522 for detecting that the game ball has been paid out and a full switch 523 for detecting that the game ball storage dish has become full are input to the payout control device 41. Further, the payout motor 521 is driven according to the command sent from the main control device 40 to pay out the game ball. Further, the payout control device 41 is electrically connected to the CR unit CR via the CR unit terminal plate 535, and drives the payout motor 521 in response to the loan request signal from the CR unit CR to pay out the rental ball. .. In this case, when the ball lending switch 171 is operated, the lending request operation signal is input to the CR unit CR via the settlement display device 173, and the lending request signal is transmitted from the CR unit CR to the payout control device 41. On the other hand, when the settlement switch 172 is operated, the operation signal of the settlement request is input to the CR unit CR via the settlement display device 173, and the CR unit CR relates to the management of the balance of the prepaid card and the display of the balance accordingly. Take control.

The launch control device 44 is input with detection signals such as a launch stop switch 524 for stopping launch and a touch switch 525 for detecting that the player is in contact (operation) with the launch handle 14. The launch control device responds to a command (reflecting the signal of the touch switch 525 and the game situation) sent from the main control device 40 via the payout control device 41, a rotation signal of the launch handle 14, and a signal of the launch stop switch 524. In response, the launch motor 526 is controlled to launch and stop the game ball.

The sub-integrated control device 42 includes a volume control switch. The sub-integrated control device 42 is input with operation signals of the effect button 15 and the jog dial 16.
The sub-integrated control device 42 drives the speaker 112 to output sound, and controls the lighting and extinguishing of various LEDs and various lamps 113. Further, a command for displaying a character or the like and a command for displaying a pseudo-effect symbol of a special symbol are transmitted to the effect symbol control device 43.
The effect symbol control device 43 constitutes the effect symbol display device 46 together with the LCD panel unit and the accessory unit. The effect symbol control device 43 controls the display on the LCD panel of the effect symbol display device 46 in response to a command sent from the sub-integrated control device 42.

Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 1 will be described. When the game ball enters the pachinko machine 1 at the normal drawing operation gate 22, a lottery for the normal drawing is carried out. Along with this, the normal symbol display device 29 starts the variable display of the normal figure, and according to the mode of the normal figure stopped after a predetermined time, if it is won, the normal electric accessory solenoid 512 is driven to start the first special figure. It is possible to enter the ball into the mouth 23. In the pachinko machine 1, the opening time of the general electric accessory is 3.5 seconds (once) in the normal state, and 8.0 seconds (once) in the time saving state (general electric support) described later, which is advantageous for the player. ). It should be noted that the first special figure start port 23 has a configuration in which a game ball cannot enter unless a general electric accessory is driven.

Further, the pachinko machine 1 executes the hit / fail determination of the first special figure due to the entry of the game ball into the first special figure start port 23, and determines whether it is a big hit or a loss. Then, the fluctuation of the symbol is started in the first special symbol display device 28A with the determination of the validity of the first special symbol, the fluctuation is stopped after a predetermined time, and the symbol is confirmed and displayed.

Further, in the pachinko machine 1, due to the entry of the game ball into the second special figure start port 24, the hit / fail determination of the second special figure is executed, and it is determined whether it is a big hit, a small hit, or a loss. To. Then, the fluctuation of the symbol is started in the second special symbol display device 28B with the determination of the validity of the second special symbol, the fluctuation is stopped after a predetermined time, and the symbol is confirmed and displayed.

Furthermore, in the pachinko machine 1, the hit / fail judgment of the first special figure and the hit / fail judgment of the second special figure are executed according to the entry into the first special figure start port 23 and the second special figure start port 24, respectively. Therefore, the first special figure and the second special figure can be changed at the same time.
In the pachinko machine 1, since the fluctuation and confirmation display of the first special figure and the second special figure are only displayed small in the state notification unit of the game board 2, the effect symbol display provided in the center of the game area 20 is provided. The device 46 performs a pseudo-effect display using a pseudo-effect symbol corresponding to the first special figure or the second special figure, and notifies the player of the result of the winning / failing determination on the pseudo-effect display. For example, in the pseudo-effect display, the three pseudo-effect symbols are varied, and when the three symbols stop at the same symbol, a big hit is obtained. As a pseudo effect display, a reach effect in which two symbols stop at the same symbol is implemented, and the player's expectation is raised depending on whether or not the remaining fluctuating symbols stop at the same symbol.

In the pachinko machine 1, when the first special figure and the second special figure are fluctuating at the same time, in the pseudo effect display performed by the effect symbol display device 46, the pachinko machine 1 becomes the main body according to the current game situation. It is configured to carry out an effect corresponding to the fluctuation of either the 1st special drawing or the 2nd special drawing. For example, in a state where a left-handed game in which it is more advantageous to aim at the first special figure start port 23 is recommended depending on the game situation, the effect symbol display device 46 performs a pseudo effect display corresponding to the first special figure. To do. On the other hand, in a state where a right-handed game in which it is more advantageous to aim at the second special figure start port 24 is recommended, the effect symbol display device 46 performs a pseudo effect display corresponding to the second special figure.
When the first special figure and the second special figure fluctuate at the same time, the other special figure is small in the corner of the display screen while the effect symbol display device 46 is performing the pseudo effect display of the main special figure. The effect display corresponding to the start of the fluctuation of the figure and the effect display corresponding to the end of the change of the other special figure may be displayed.

The pachinko machine 1 operates the first special electric door 251 if the result of the judgment of whether or not the first special figure or the second special figure is correct is a big hit according to the confirmed mode of the first special figure or the second special figure. In the predetermined opening mode, the first big winning opening 25 is opened, and a big hit game is carried out in which the game ball can enter the first big winning opening 25. As the big hit game, for example, one game is selected from a plurality of types of big hit games such as a 16R big hit game in which 16 rounds of a round game in which the first big winning opening 25 is opened in a predetermined opening mode and a 6R big hit game in which 6 rounds are performed are performed. .. The type of the jackpot game is selected according to the jackpot symbol of the first special figure or the second special figure determined according to the winning / failing determination that causes the jackpot game.

If the result of the second special figure hit / fail determination is a small hit according to the confirmed display mode of the second special figure, the pachinko machine 1 operates the second special electric door 261 and performs the second in a predetermined opening mode. A small hit game is carried out in which the large winning opening 26 is opened and a game ball can be entered into the second large winning opening 26. In the small hit game, for example, an opening operation of opening the second large winning opening 26 for 1.6 seconds is executed once.

The pachinko machine 1 is configured as a probability variable machine. Specifically, the game by the pachinko machine 1 has a normal probability state and a state more advantageous to the player than the normal probability state in the game state in which the first special winning opening 25 and the second large winning opening 26 are closed (the normal probability state). It is divided into a high probability state (probability variation game state) in which the probability of becoming a big hit is high and it is easy to make a big hit).

After the jackpot game is completed, the pachinko machine 1 shifts to the probabilistic gaming state according to the jackpot symbol of the first special figure or the second special figure determined according to the winning / failing determination that causes the jackpot game. The probabilistic game state continues until the next big hit occurs. Further, in the pachinko machine 1, the fluctuation time of the first special figure or the second special figure is shortened with the transition to the probabilistic gaming state.

In addition, the pachinko machine 1 shifts to the probabilistic game state according to the jackpot symbol of the first special figure or the second special figure, and the winning probability at the time of determining whether or not the normal figure is correct is considered to be high, and the normal figure fluctuates. A time saving function (general electricity support function) is provided, which shortens the time and extends the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory. This time saving state is continued until the number of symbol fluctuations associated with the determination of whether or not the first special figure and the second special figure are correct reaches a predetermined number of times (for example, 50 times) or until a big hit occurs during this period.

Further, the pachinko machine 1 is in a normal probability state according to the jackpot symbol of the first special figure or the second special figure, but the winning probability at the time of determining whether the normal figure is correct or not is high, and the fluctuation time of the normal figure is high. Is shortened, and the opening time of the pachinko machine is extended. This time saving state is continued until the number of symbol fluctuations associated with the determination of whether or not the first special figure and the second special figure are correct reaches a predetermined number of times (for example, 50 times) or until a big hit occurs during this period.

Various setting contents, operation contents, symbols, and the like of the pachinko machine 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 8.
As shown in FIG. 6, the jackpot probability of the pachinko machine 1 is "1/319.7" in the normal probability state and "75.3 minutes" in the probabilistic game state in both the first special figure and the second special figure. It is said to be 1 ".
The pachinko machine 1 does not make a small hit determination in the hit / fail determination of the first special figure. The small hit probability in the second special figure is set to "1/1.003" regardless of the normal probability state or the probabilistic game state.

The winning probability of the pachinko machine 1 in the normal drawing is set to "1/60" in the normal probability state, and set to "1/1.000" in the probabilistic game state or the time saving state.
In the pachinko machine 1, the rate at which a jackpot occurs and the gaming state immediately after executing the jackpot game becomes a probability variation game state (referred to as a high probability state rush rate or a probability variation grant rate) is the first special figure and the second special figure. It is said to be 65%. The probabilistic game state continues until the next big hit occurs.
When the time saving function is given in the pachinko machine 1, this time saving state is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times.

In the pachinko machine 1, when the normal drawing is won in a short time state, the first special drawing starting port 23 made of the general electric accessory is opened once for 8.0 seconds. Further, in the non-time saving state, the first special figure start port 23 made of a general electric accessory is opened once for 3.5 seconds (when the change flag is set). The opening time of the first special figure start port 23 is configured such that the opening time is changed according to the time saving state and the non-time saving state.

In the pachinko machine 1, when a big hit of the first special figure or the second special figure occurs, a big hit game is performed at the first big winning opening 25. In the big hit game, one game is selected from a 16R big hit game in which 16 rounds of a round game in which the first big winning opening 25 is opened, or a 6R big hit game in which 6 rounds are performed.

When the small hit of the second special figure occurs in the pachinko machine 1, the small hit game is performed at the second large winning opening 26. In the small hit game, the second big winning opening 26 is opened once for 1.600 seconds.

In the pachinko machine 1, the maximum number of reserved memories of the first special figure (denoted as special 1 in the figure) is four. On the other hand, the second special figure (special 2) is not stored on hold. The maximum number of reserved memories of a normal figure is four.

Further, the pachinko machine 1 has a configuration in which the symbol variation of the first special figure and the symbol variation of the second special figure can be changed at the same time. If one of the first special figure or the second special figure becomes a small hit during the simultaneous fluctuation, the fluctuation of the other is interrupted until the small hit game of one is completed. Further, when one of the first special figure or the second special figure becomes a big hit, the fluctuation of the other is forcibly ended with a loss.

In the pachinko machine 1, the fluctuation time of the normal figure is set to 5.0 seconds in the non-time saving state in the normal probability state. In the probabilistic game state or the time saving state, it is set to 0.5 seconds.
In the normal probability state and the non-time saving state (also referred to as the normal gaming state), the average fluctuation time of the first special figure is set to 10 seconds. The average fluctuation time of the second special figure is set to 180 seconds.
In the normal probability state and the time saving state, the average fluctuation time of the first special figure is set to 8 seconds. When the special effect display described later is performed, it is set to 180 seconds. The average fluctuation time of the second special figure is set to 30 seconds.
The average fluctuation time of the first special figure is set to 8 seconds in the probabilistic game state and the time saving state. When the special effect display described later is performed, it is set to 180 seconds. The average fluctuation time of the second special figure is set to 30 seconds.
The average fluctuation time of the first special figure is set to 8 seconds in the probabilistic game state and the non-time saving state. The average fluctuation time of the second special figure is set to 3.00 seconds.

When setting the fluctuation time of the first special figure or the second special figure, the pachinko machine 1 first selects one of a plurality of types of fluctuation tables having different average fluctuation times according to the game state and the like. Is selected. Then, the fluctuation time is set based on the selected fluctuation table.
The pachinko machine 1 has, as a fluctuation table, a fluctuation table with an average fluctuation time of 10 seconds for the first special figure in the normal probability state and the non-time saving state, and an average fluctuation time for the second special figure in the normal probability state and the non-time saving state. Is equipped with a fluctuation table of 180 seconds. Further, a fluctuation table having an average fluctuation time of 8 seconds for the first special figure in the normal probability state and the time saving state and a fluctuation table having an average fluctuation time of 30 seconds for the second special drawing in the normal probability state and the time saving state are provided. Further, a fluctuation table having an average fluctuation time of 8 seconds for the first special figure in the probabilistic gaming state and the time saving state, and a fluctuation table having an average fluctuation time of 30 seconds for the second special drawing in the probabilistic gaming state and the time saving state are provided. Further, a fluctuation table having an average fluctuation time of 8 seconds for the first special figure in the probabilistic gaming state and the non-time saving state, and a fluctuation table having an average fluctuation time of 3 seconds for the second special figure in the probabilistic gaming state and the non-time saving state. Be prepared. Furthermore, a variation table (corresponding to the specific variation table described in the claims) for the first special figure in the normal probability state and the time saving state or the probabilistic game state and the non-time saving state is provided.

Next, the prize ball will be described. The prize balls of the first special figure start port 23 are set to "3" for each entry. The prize balls of the second special figure start port 24 are set to "1" for each entry. The prize balls of the first prize opening 25 are set to "15" for each prize. The specified number of winnings of the first big winning opening 25 in the big hit game is set to "10".
The prize balls of the second prize opening 26 are set to "15" for each prize. The specified number of winnings of the second large winning opening 26 in the small hit game is set to "10".
The number of prize balls in the general winning opening 27 is set to "10" for each winning ball.

The pachinko machine 1 configured in this way can easily aim to enter the second special figure starting port 24 in a right-handed game. However, in the normal gaming state, which is a normal probability state and a non-time saving state, the fluctuation time of the second special figure is 180 seconds. Therefore, even if the second special figure big hit game or small hit game is aimed at in the right-handed game, the fluctuation time is as long as 180 seconds, so the number of fluctuations of the second special figure per unit time is small, and the time efficiency is very high. Badly, the hit game of the second special figure cannot be expected.

On the other hand, since the fluctuation time of the normal gaming state of the first special figure is 10 seconds on average, the hit / fail determination of the first special figure can be performed a plurality of times in 180 seconds. For example, the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol a plurality of times may change depending on the skill of the player, the occurrence of the hold memory of the first special symbol, etc., but the hit / fail judgment is performed many times more than once every 180 seconds. Is performed. Therefore, in the normal game state (normal probability and non-time saving), the player aims at the first special figure start port 23 in the left-handed game to acquire the big hit of the first special figure, and further, the probability change after the big hit game is completed. The game will be played with the aim of acquiring a game state.

In addition, in the normal probability state and the time saving state, the left-handed game is performed. For example, in the normal probability state and the time saving state, since the fluctuation time of the normal map is 0.5 seconds, the number of fluctuations of the normal map per unit time increases, and the winning probability of the normal map is extremely high. Can be expected. Furthermore, since the opening time of the general electric utility is long, it is expected that the ball will enter the first special figure starting port 23, which is advantageous for obtaining a big hit of the first special figure. Therefore, the player will play the left-handed game with the aim of acquiring the hit game of the normal figure, the jackpot of the first special figure, and further, the probability variation game state after the jackpot game is completed.

Further, in the probabilistic game state and the time saving state, the left-handed game is performed. For example, in the probabilistic game state and the time saving state, since the fluctuation time of the normal map is 0.5 seconds, the number of fluctuations of the normal map per unit time increases, and the winning probability of the normal map is extremely high. Can be expected. Furthermore, since the opening time of the general electric utility is long, it is expected that the ball will enter the first special figure start port 23, and the probability of winning the first special figure is also high, so it is very difficult to win the big hit of the first special figure. It is advantageous to. Therefore, the player will play the left-handed game with the aim of acquiring the hit game of the normal figure, the jackpot of the first special figure, and further, the probability variation game state after the jackpot game is completed.

On the other hand, in the non-time-saving probability variation game state, the right-handed game is performed. For example, in the non-time-saving probability variation game state, since the fluctuation time of the second special figure is 3 seconds, the number of fluctuations of the second special figure per unit time increases, so that the big hit and small hit games of the second special figure are expected. it can. In particular, since the small hit probability is high, it can be expected that small hit games will occur frequently. The state in which the small hit game frequently occurs in the probabilistic game state is defined as the small hit rush state (referred to as the small hit RUSH in the figure).

As described above, the pachinko machine 1 provided with the normal probability state and the time saving state, the probabilistic game state and the time saving state, and the non-time saving probabilistic game state (small hit rush) as the game state has the normal game state after the big hit game is completed. It does not inform the player of information such as whether it is a state (normal probability and non-time saving), a normal probability state and a time saving state, or a probabilistic gaming state and a time saving state. In addition, the player can determine whether the time is shortened or not by the operation of the electric utility.
Then, in the pachinko machine, when the gaming state after the end of the big hit game is the normal probability state and the time saving state or the probabilistic game state and the time saving state, the time saving state is changed in the 50th variation of the first special figure and the second special figure. A small hit rush at the timing immediately before the end, provided that the fluctuation is the fluctuation of the first special figure (corresponding to the special symbol corresponding to the pseudo-effect display described in the claims). It is configured to carry out a "special effect display" limited to the number of fluctuations that raises the expectation of the player, such as whether to shift to the normal gaming state or to shift to the normal gaming state.

Next, with reference to FIG. 7, a jackpot symbol used in determining whether or not the first special figure and the second special figure of the pachinko machine 1 are correct will be described.
As shown in FIG. 7, as the jackpot symbol of the first special figure, there are three types of symbols, "special figure 1_16R probable variation symbol", "special figure 1_6R probabilistic symbol", and "special figure 1_6R normal symbol", and the first special figure. Any one symbol is set at the time of big hit of the figure. The "special figure 1_16R probability variation symbol", "special diagram 1_6R probability variation symbol", and "special diagram 1_6R normal symbol" are determined at a ratio of 20%, 45%, and 35%, respectively, according to the random numbers for determining the jackpot symbol.
In addition, "R" means a round, "normal" means that the jackpot probability after the jackpot game ends is "normal probability", and "probability change" means that the jackpot probability after the jackpot game ends is "high probability". It shows that it is.

Further, in FIG. 7, in the item of "small hit RUSH", the case where the small hit rush state is reached after the big hit game is executed is indicated by a "circle", and the case where the small hit rush state is not reached is indicated by a "cross mark". Shown. Further, the item of "time saving state" in FIG. 7 shows the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure in which the time saving state is continued after the jackpot game is executed.

When the jackpot symbol is determined to be the "special figure 1_16R probability variation symbol", the jackpot game is a round game in which the first big prize opening 25 is opened in a predetermined manner for 16 rounds. After executing the jackpot game, the game shifts to the probabilistic game state and continues until the next jackpot. In addition, a time saving state is given, and it is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times or a big hit is achieved during that time. Then, when the time reduction ends after the 50th and subsequent fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure, the probabilistic change state and the non-time reduction state are set, and the small hit rush can be executed.
When the jackpot symbol is determined to be the "special figure 1_6R probability variation symbol", a jackpot game of 6 rounds is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the game shifts to the probability variation game state and continues until the next jackpot. In addition, a time saving state is given, and the special figure is continued until the number of fluctuations reaches 50 or a big hit is achieved during that period. At the end of the time saving state, the small hit rush can be executed.
When the jackpot symbol is determined to be "special figure 1_6R normal symbol", a jackpot game of 6 rounds is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the normal probability and the time saving state are entered. In this case, the time saving state is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times or a big hit is achieved in the meantime. After that, when the time saving state is ended, it is returned to the normal gaming state which is the non-time saving state in the normal probability state.

As the jackpot symbol of the second special figure, there are three types of symbols, "special figure 2_16R probability variation symbol", "special figure 2_6R probability variation symbol", and "special figure 2_6R normal symbol", and any one of them at the time of the jackpot of the second special figure Two symbols are set. The "special figure 2_16R probability variation symbol", "special figure 2_6R probability variation symbol", and "special figure 2_6R normal symbol" are determined at a ratio of 20%, 45%, and 35%, respectively, according to the random numbers for determining the jackpot symbol.

When the jackpot symbol is determined to be the "special figure 2_16R probability variation symbol", a 16 round jackpot game is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the game shifts to the probability variation game state and continues until the next jackpot. In addition, a time saving state is given, and it is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times or a big hit is achieved during that time. Then, when the time reduction ends after the 50th and subsequent fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure, the probabilistic change state and the non-time reduction state are set, and the small hit rush can be executed.
When the jackpot symbol is determined to be the "special figure 2_6R probability variation symbol", a jackpot game of 6 rounds is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the game shifts to the probability variation game state and continues until the next jackpot. In addition, a time saving state is given, and it is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times or a big hit is achieved during that time. Then, when the time reduction ends after the 50th and subsequent fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure, the probabilistic change state and the non-time reduction state are set, and the small hit rush can be executed.
When the jackpot symbol is determined to be "special figure 2_6R normal symbol", a jackpot game of 6 rounds is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the normal probability and the time saving state are entered. In this case, the time saving state is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times or a big hit is achieved in the meantime. After that, when the time saving state is ended, it is returned to the normal gaming state which is the non-time saving state in the normal probability state.

Next, with reference to FIG. 8, the effect mode of the pseudo effect display implemented by the effect symbol display device 46 according to the symbol change of the special figure after the jackpot game of the pachinko machine 1 is completed will be described. The pachinko machine 1 has a configuration in which the first special figure and the second special figure can be changed at the same time, but in the pseudo-effect display, the effect corresponding to one of the main special figures is performed according to the situation of the game. .. Then, after the jackpot game is completed, the game state shifts to either the normal probability state and the time saving state or the probabilistic game state and the time saving state, so that the main game becomes the left-handed game and the first special figure becomes the main figure. It is a special figure. Therefore, in the effect symbol display device 46, the pseudo effect display of the first special figure is carried out.

As shown in FIG. 8, the pachinko machine 1 has four types of production modes of pseudo-effect display after the jackpot game is completed: "production mode A", "production mode B", "production mode R", and "production mode N". It has the mode of.
The "effect mode A" is a production mode that is set when the time is reduced after the jackpot game is completed. Then, it is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches "49 times". In the "effect mode A", the time is shortened, and a left-handed game is performed to show that it is advantageous to enter the first special figure start port 23.
"Production mode B" is set on the condition that the number of changes of the first special figure and the second special figure after the end of the big hit game is "50th" and the change is the change of the first special figure. It is a production mode to be performed. The production mode B is a mode for carrying out a "special production display" that raises the player's expectation, such as whether or not to shift to the small hit rush after the 50th time (special production mode described in the claims). Equivalent to). The fluctuation pattern of the first special figure is selected on the condition that the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure is "50th" and the fluctuation is the fluctuation of the first special figure. The variable table is changed. For example, the average fluctuation time is changed from a fluctuation table of 8 seconds to a table of 180. Then, the effect mode B is set according to the fluctuation of the fluctuation table.
The "effect mode R" is an effect mode that is set when the game state after the end of the big hit game is a probabilistic game state and a time saving state, and the state shifts to the small hit rush after the end of the time saving state. The "effect mode R" is a mode for performing an effect indicating that it is a small hit rush. In the small hit rush, the main game is a right-handed game, and the second special figure is the main game. Therefore, in the "effect mode R", the pseudo effect display of the second special figure is carried out.
On the other hand, the "effect mode N" is a production mode that is set when the game state after the jackpot game ends is a normal probability state and a time saving state, and shifts to a normal game state (non-probability change, non-time saving) after the time saving state ends. Is.

Hereinafter, the details of the operation of the pachinko machine 1 will be described based on the program processing executed by the main control device 40, the sub-integrated control device 42, and the like.
FIG. 9 shows a flowchart of the “main routine” executed by the main control device 40, and the “main routine” is composed of the main process (process S100 to process S111, process S115) and the residual process (process S112) for 2 ms. Alternatively, it is started by an interrupt signal having a period of 4 ms. This process first determines in process S100 whether or not it is a normal interrupt. This determination process is performed by determining whether or not the value of the predetermined area of the RAM as the memory is a predetermined value, and when the process executed by the CPU shifts to the main process, the normal process is executed. This is for determining whether or not it is good. When the interrupt is not a normal interrupt, it is possible that the CPU runs out of control when the power is turned on or due to noise or the like. However, since it can be considered that there is almost no runaway of the CPU due to recent improvements in technology, it is usually when the power is turned on. When the power is turned on, the value of the predetermined area of the RAM is different from the predetermined value.
Here, if it is a negative determination that the interrupt is not a normal interrupt (process S100: no), the initial setting in process S115 (for example, writing a predetermined value to a predetermined area of the memory, setting a normal figure and a special figure as initial symbols, etc.) Write each initial value to the work area of the memory, etc.). The numerical value for determining whether or not it is a normal interrupt is written to the RAM as part of this initial setting.

If it is affirmatively determined as a normal interrupt in the process S100 (process S100: yes), the initial value random number update process is executed in the process S101. This process is an increment process that adds "1" to the value of the initial value random number each time this process is executed, and adds "1" to the value of the initial value random number before executing this process. When the random number before execution is the "maximum value", it returns to the initial value "0" in the next processing, and the integers from "0" to the "maximum value" are repeatedly created in ascending order.

Subsequent processing The random number update process for determining the jackpot in S102 is an increment process in which "1" is added each time the process is executed in the same manner as the initial value random number update process, and when it is the "maximum value", it starts in the next process. The value of "0" is returned to, and the integers from "0" to "maximum value" are repeatedly created in ascending order. The first value of the big hit determination random number is a value set (created) in the initial value random number update process. Assuming that this value is "150", the random numbers for determining the jackpot are updated as "150", "151", "152" ... "maximum value", "0", "1" ...

When the update of the big hit determination random number is completed, the value of the initial value random number at that time is set to the initial value of the big hit determination random number. For the random number for determining the jackpot, "1" is added from the initial value. Then, when the update of the big hit determination random number is completed again, the operation of setting the value of the initial value random number at that time to the initial value of the big hit determination random number is performed. That is, this series of operations is repeated. In the above example, when the big hit determination random number becomes "149", it makes a round, so the value after "149" is the value of the initial value random number. If the value of the initial random number is "87", it changes to "149", "87", "88" ... "maximum value", "0", "1" ... "86", and "86". Next to the new value of the initial value random number.

Subsequent process The random number update process for determining the jackpot symbol in S103 is configured as a counter that repeatedly creates a plurality of integers from "0" to "maximum value". When "1" is added for each main process and the "maximum value" is exceeded, the value returns to the initial value "0".

The random number update process for determining the small hit symbol in the subsequent process S104 is configured as a counter that repeatedly creates a plurality of integers of "0" to "maximum value". When "1" is added for each main process and the "maximum value" is exceeded, the value returns to the initial value "0".

Subsequent process S105 The hit determination random number update process is configured as a counter that repeatedly creates a plurality of integers from "0" to "maximum value". When "1" is added for each main process and the "maximum value" is exceeded, the value returns to the initial value "0".

The reach determination random number update process of the process S106 is configured as a counter that repeatedly creates a plurality of integers of “0” to “maximum value”. When "1" is added for each main process and the "maximum value" is exceeded, the value returns to the initial value "0".
The random number update process for determining the fluctuation pattern in the process S107 is configured as a counter that repeatedly creates a plurality of integers of “0” to “maximum value”. When "1" is added for each main process and the "maximum value" is exceeded, the value returns to the initial value "0".

Subsequent processing In the winning confirmation process of S108, the winning (winning) confirmation of the first special figure starting port 23 and the second special drawing starting port 24, and the confirmation of the passage of the game ball of the winning combination gate 204 and the normal drawing operating gate 22 are confirmed. Will be done. Further, the winning (winning) confirmation of the first winning opening 25, the second winning opening 26, and the general winning opening 27, and the input processing of each switch connected to the main control device 40 are executed.

In the hit / fail determination process in the next process S109, the hit / fail determination corresponding to each of the normal figure and the special figure, the symbol change accompanying the hit / fail determination, the special game process, and the like are performed.
In each output process of the subsequent process S110, the main control device 40 performs output processes for the payout control device 41, the sub-integrated control device 42, the effect symbol control device 43, the launch control device 44, and the like according to the progress of the game. Execute. Further, output processing is executed for the first special winning opening solenoid 510, the second special winning opening solenoid 511, the general electric accessory solenoid 512, and the like. That is, when the winning confirmation process (process S108) detects that a ball has entered each winning opening, a process of transmitting a winning ball signal to the payout control device 41 is executed in order to pay out the winning ball. In addition, a process of outputting sound data corresponding to the gaming state to the sub-integrated control device 42 is executed. Further, when there is an abnormality in the pachinko machine 1, a process of outputting an error signal to the effect symbol control device 43 is executed in order to notify that an error is occurring.

The fraud monitoring process of the subsequent process S111 is a process of monitoring whether or not fraud has been performed on the general winning opening 27. It is a process of determining whether or not the number of game balls entering the winning opening within a predetermined time is larger than a predetermined number determined in advance, and if there are more, it is determined to be fraudulent and a notification to that effect is given.

The residual processing following the main processing includes the initial value random number update processing of the processing S112, and is exactly the same processing as the processing S101. This process forms an infinite loop and is repeated as long as time allows until the next interrupt is executed. The time required to execute the main processing from the processing S100 to the processing S111 differs for each interrupt depending on whether or not the jackpot processing is executed, the difference in the display mode of the special figure, and the like. As a result, the number of times the residual processing is executed also differs for each interrupt, and the value updated to the initial value random number by executing the interrupt processing once is not uniform. As a result, the possibility that the initial value random number is synchronized with the jackpot determination random number is extremely reduced. Further, the random number update process for hit determination (process S105) may also be configured to be executed in the residual process.

Next, some subroutines of the winning confirmation process (process S108), the hit / fail determination process (process S109), and each output process (process S110), which are closely related to the present invention, will be described.
In the "first special figure start ball entry confirmation process" shown in FIG. 10, various random numbers such as a big hit determination random number extracted when a game ball enters the first special figure start port 23 are mainly stored as a hold memory. It is stored in the control device 40. Then, it is a process of transmitting various commands caused by entering the ball into the first special figure start port 23 to the sub-integrated control device 42. In the present embodiment, the number of reserved memories that can be stored due to the entry of the ball into the starting port 23 of the first special figure is four.

The "special figure start ball entry confirmation process" first determines whether or not the first special figure start port switch 503 has detected the ball entry into the first special figure start port 23 in the process S200. If it is a negative determination (process S200: no), this process is terminated and the process returns to the main routine of the main control device 40.
If the determination is affirmative (process S200: yes), it is determined in process S201 whether or not the number of reserved storages of the first special figure stored in the main control device 40 is full (whether or not the upper limit has been reached). .. If it is affirmative (process S201: yes), it returns.

If the negative determination is made in the process S201 (process S201: no), in the process S202, the big hit determination random number, the big hit symbol determination random number, the small hit symbol determination random number, the reach determination random number, and the variation pattern of the first special figure are used. Extract random numbers for determination. Various extracted random numbers are stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control device 40. Further, the random numbers stored in the predetermined storage area are stored in the hold storage area of the main control device 40 as the hold storage. Even if the number of reserved memories of the first special figure is "0", various random numbers such as a hit / miss random number extracted when the game ball enters the first special figure start port 23 are less than the maximum value. It is memorized as if there is a memorized number.

Subsequently, the look-ahead determination process of the first special figure of the process S203 is executed. The pre-reading determination process confirms whether or not the jackpot determination random number or the jackpot symbol determination random number stored in the predetermined storage area is a specific numerical value before the hit / fail determination of whether or not the jackpot is achieved. .. For example, as a specific numerical value, whether or not it is a numerical value determined to be a big hit, whether or not it is a numerical value determined to be super reach or reach, and in the case of a big hit, whether or not it is a probabilistic jackpot, a jackpot with a large number of rounds. Whether or not it is confirmed. Further, in this process, a look-ahead command indicating the determination result of the look-ahead determination of the first special figure is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42. After that, in the process S204, the hold storage counter indicating the number of hold storages is added, and the hold number instruction command indicating the added value of the hold storage counter of the first special figure is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42.
It is desirable that the look-ahead command be transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 when there is a possibility of a big hit or reach. Of course, regardless of the determination content, the look-ahead command may be transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 each time. In response to the look-ahead command, the sub-integrated control device 42 performs a look-ahead effect suggesting that there is a possibility of a big hit or reach on the hold storage symbol or the like of the effect symbol display device 46.

11 to 17 show flowcharts of "first special figure hit / miss determination process" and "second special figure hit / miss determination process". In these processes, the hit / fail determination of the first special figure and the hit / fail judgment of the second special figure are executed separately.
As shown in FIG. 11, the "first special figure hit / miss determination process" first confirms in the process S300 that the special electric accessory is not operating, and determines whether or not the special electric accessory is in the big hit game or the small hit game. If it is a negative determination (process S300: no), the process proceeds to the "second special figure hit / fail determination process" (see FIG. 12). If the determination is affirmative (process S300: yes), it is determined in process S301 whether or not the first special figure is in the variable stop state. If the determination is affirmative (process S301: yes), it is determined in process S302 whether or not the finalized symbol of the first special figure is not displayed.

If the determination is affirmative in the process S302 (process S302: yes), it is determined in the process S303 whether or not there is a hold memory of the first special figure. If it is a negative determination (process S303: no), the process proceeds to the “second special figure hit / fail determination process” (see FIG. 12).
If the determination is affirmative (process S303: yes), the number of reserved storages in the first special figure is subtracted in process S304, and the pending storage shift process is performed. By the shift process, the oldest reserved memory of the first special figure among the reserved memories of the first special figure is subject to the hit / fail determination.

Subsequently, in the process S310 shown in FIG. 12, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state of the special figure, that is, whether or not the probabilistic flag is "1". The probabilistic flag is a flag indicating that the gaming state is in the probabilistic gaming state, and when set (when the value of the flag becomes "1"), the probabilistic gaming state is set. On the other hand, when it is released (when the value of the flag becomes "0"), it is in the normal probability state.

If the determination is affirmative in the process S310 (S310: yes), the hit / fail determination table at the time of probability change in the process S311 is compared with the jackpot determination random number of the reserved memory of the first special figure to be the target of the pass / fail determination. Make a judgment.
If it is a negative determination (S310: no), in the process S312, a determination is made by comparing the hit / fail determination table of the normal probability with the jackpot determination random number of the reserved memory of the first special figure to be the target of the hit / fail determination.

Subsequently, in the process S313, it is determined whether or not the second special figure is changing in the jackpot. If it is an affirmative determination (process S313: yes), the validity determination of the first special figure is forcibly set as a loss, and the process proceeds to process S321.
If it is a negative determination (process S313: no), in process S314, it is determined whether or not the hit / fail judgment of the process S311 or the process S312 is a big hit (corresponding to the first pass / fail determination means described in the claims). ). If it is a negative determination (process S314: no), the validity determination of the first special figure is regarded as a loss, and the process proceeds to process S321.

If the determination is affirmative in the process S314 (process S314: yes), the jackpot symbol is determined in the process S315 based on the random number for determining the jackpot symbol in the hold storage of the first special figure to be determined. That is, any one of "special figure 1_16R probability variation symbol", "special figure 1_6R probability variation symbol", and "special figure 1_6R normal symbol" is determined.

Next, in the process S316, a fluctuation table for selecting the fluctuation pattern (variation time, etc.) of the jackpot symbol of the first special figure is set. Subsequently, in the process S317, a fluctuation pattern such as a fluctuation time of the jackpot symbol of the first special figure is obtained from the set fluctuation table based on the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern of the reserved memory of the first special figure which is the target of the hit / fail judgment. Is determined.

After determining the fluctuation pattern, the jackpot setting process is performed in the process S318. In this process, based on the determined jackpot symbol, for example, the content of the jackpot game such as whether to use the 16R jackpot game or the 6R jackpot game, the transition to the probabilistic game state after the jackpot game ends, or the time saving state. The time of the big hit start effect of the big hit game executed by the effect symbol display device 46, the time of the big hit end effect, and the like are set.

Next, in the process S319, a process is performed in which the information on the hold storage of the first special figure after the hit / fail judgment (for example, the information indicating the decrease in the hold storage after the hit / fail judgment is executed) is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42.
Further, in the process S320, the symbol variation start control of the first special symbol display device 28A is performed, the symbol variation start command and the symbol designation command are transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42, and the process proceeds to the "second special symbol hit / fail determination process". .. The fluctuation start command and the symbol designation command include the fluctuation pattern of the first special figure, the determination result of the hit / miss determination of the first special figure, and the like. Depending on the configuration, a symbol confirmation command for instructing the end of the fluctuation time may be sent. However, it is not essential because the fluctuation time is specified in advance by the fluctuation pattern or the like.

If it is an affirmative determination (process S313: yes) in the process S313 or a negative determination in the process S314 (process S314: no), the first special figure is a loss determination. In, a fluctuation table for selecting a fluctuation pattern (variation time, etc.) of the lost symbol of the first special figure is set. In this process, a variable table is set by "variable table setting process A" (FIG. 18) described later.
Subsequently, in the process S323, the variation pattern of the lost symbol is determined from the set variation table based on the random number for determining the variation pattern of the hold storage of the first special figure to be determined. Further, the loss setting process is performed in the process S324.
After that, the process S318 and the process S319 are performed in the same manner as in the case of the jackpot determination. After that, the process proceeds to the "second special figure hit / fail determination process".

Next, as shown in FIG. 13, the "second special figure hit / fail determination process" first confirms in the process S330 that the special electric accessory is not operating, and determines whether or not it is in the big hit game or the small hit game. To do. If it is a negative determination (process S330: no), the process proceeds to the "big hit game process" (see FIG. 14).
If the determination is affirmative (process S330: yes), it is determined in process S331 whether or not the second special figure is in the variable stop state. If the determination is affirmative (process S331: yes), it is determined in process S332 whether or not the finalized symbol of the second special figure is not displayed.

If the determination is affirmative in the process S332 (process S332: yes), it is determined in the process S333 whether or not the entry into the second special figure start port 24 is detected by the second special figure start port switch 504. If it is a negative determination (process S333: no), the process proceeds to "big hit game process" (see FIG. 14).
If the judgment is affirmative (process S333: yes), in the process S334, a random number for determining the big hit of the second special figure, a random number for determining the big hit symbol, a random number for determining the small hit symbol, a random number for reaching determination, a random number for determining the fluctuation pattern, etc. Extract. Various extracted random numbers are stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control device 40. These extracted random numbers are subject to the hit / fail judgment of the second special figure.

Subsequently, in the process S340 process shown in FIG. 14, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state of the special figure, that is, whether or not the probabilistic flag is "1". The probabilistic flag is a flag indicating that the gaming state is in the probabilistic gaming state, and when set (when the value of the flag becomes "1"), the probabilistic gaming state is set. On the other hand, when it is released (when the value of the flag becomes "0"), it is in the normal probability state.

If the determination is affirmative in the process S340 (process S340: yes), the determination is made by comparing the hit / fail determination table at the time of probability change with the jackpot determination random number of the second special figure to be the target of the hit / fail determination in the process S341. Do.
If it is a negative determination (process S340: no), in the process S342, the determination is made by comparing the hit / fail determination table of the normal probability with the big hit determination random number of the second special figure that is the target of the hit / fail determination.

Subsequently, in the process S343, it is determined whether or not the first special figure is changing in the jackpot. If it is an affirmative determination (process S343: yes), the validity determination of the second special figure is forcibly set as a loss, and the process proceeds to process S355.
If it is a negative determination (process S343: no), in process S344, it is determined whether or not the determination of whether or not the process S341 or the process S342 is a big hit (the second correctness determination means described in the claims). Equivalent to).

If the determination is affirmative in the process S344 (process S344: yes), the jackpot symbol is determined in the process S345 based on the random number for determining the jackpot symbol of the second special figure that is the target of the hit / fail determination. That is, any one of "special figure 2_16R probability variation symbol", "special figure 2_6R probability variation symbol", and "special figure 2_6R normal symbol" is determined.
Subsequently, in the process S346, a fluctuation table for selecting the fluctuation pattern (variation time, etc.) of the jackpot symbol of the second special figure is set. Next, in the process S347, a variation pattern such as a variation time of the jackpot symbol of the special figure is determined from the set variation table based on the random number for determining the variation pattern of the second special figure to be determined. Random numbers.

After determining the fluctuation pattern, the jackpot setting process is performed in the process S348. In this process, the content of the jackpot game, such as whether to use the 16R jackpot game or the 6R jackpot game, is set based on the determined jackpot symbol. In addition, after the end of the big hit game, the transition to the probabilistic game state, the transition to the time saving state, the time of the big hit start effect of the big hit game executed by the effect symbol display device 46, the time of the big hit end effect, etc. are set. To.

Next, in the process S349, a process of transmitting the information of the hold storage after the hit / fail judgment of the second special figure (for example, the information indicating the decrease of the hold memory after the execution of the hit / miss judgment) to the sub-integrated control device 42 is performed.
In the subsequent process S350, the symbol variation start control of the second special symbol display device 28B is performed, and the symbol variation start command and the symbol designation command are transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42. After that, it shifts to "big hit game processing". The fluctuation start command and the symbol designation command include the fluctuation pattern of the second special figure, the determination result of the hit / miss determination of the second special figure, and the like. Further, depending on the configuration, a symbol confirmation command for instructing the end of the fluctuation time may be sent. However, it is not essential because the fluctuation time is specified in advance by the fluctuation pattern or the like.

If the negative determination is made in the process S344 (process S344: no), the process S351 determines whether the correctness determination of the process S341 or the process S342 is a small hit (the second correctness described in the claims). Corresponds to the judgment means).
If the determination is affirmative (process S351: yes), the small hit symbol is determined in the process S352 based on the small hit symbol determination random number of the second special figure that is the target of the hit / fail determination.

Subsequently, in the process S353, a fluctuation table for selecting the fluctuation pattern (variation time, etc.) of the small hit symbol of the second special figure is set. In this process, a variable table is set by "variable table setting process A" (FIG. 18) described later.
Next, in the process S354, a variation pattern such as a variation time of the small hit symbol of the special figure is determined from the set variation table based on the random number for determining the variation pattern of the second special figure to be determined. To do. Subsequently, a small hit setting process is performed (process S355). In this process, based on the determined small hit symbol, the content of the small hit game, the time of the small hit start effect of the small hit game executed by the effect symbol display device 46, the time of the small hit end effect, and the like are set. The settings are made.
After that, the process S349 and the process S350 are executed, and the process shifts to the "big hit game process".

If the negative determination is made in the process S343 (process S343: no) or the negative determination is made in the process S351 (process S351: no), the second special figure is a loss determination, so the loss symbol of the special figure is determined in the process S356. Then, in the process S357, a fluctuation table for selecting the fluctuation pattern (variation time, etc.) of the lost symbol of the second special figure is set. In this process, a variable table is set by "variable table setting process A" (FIG. 18) described later.
Next, in the process S358, a fluctuation pattern such as a fluctuation time of the lost symbol is determined from the set fluctuation table based on the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern of the second special figure to be determined. Next, the loss setting process is performed in the process S359.
After that, the process S349 and the process S350 are executed, and the process shifts to the "big hit game process".

If a negative determination is made in the process S301 (FIG. 11) or the process S331 (FIG. 13) (process S301 or process S331: no), as shown in FIG. 15, the first special figure or the second special figure is shown in the process S360. It is determined whether or not the symbol fluctuation time of the above has elapsed (process S360). If it is an affirmative determination (process S360: yes), in process S361, control for ending the variation display of the first special figure display device 28A to confirm the first special figure, or the variation of the second special figure display device 28B. Control is performed so that the display is terminated and the second special figure is fixedly displayed. Further, a command is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 and the effect symbol control device 43 so as to confirm the pseudo effect symbol corresponding to the special symbol. Since the fluctuation time is specified by the fluctuation start command, the symbol confirmation command may not be transmitted. With this configuration, it is possible to execute the effect display in the same manner while suppressing the number of commands.

Subsequently, in the process S362, it is determined whether or not the special figure confirmed and displayed in the process S361 is a small hit symbol. If the determination is affirmative (process S362: yes), the interruption flag is set to "1" in process S363. After that, it shifts to "big hit game processing".

If the negative determination is made in the process S362 (process S362: no), it is determined in the process S364 whether or not the special figure is a jackpot symbol. If it is a negative determination (process S364: no), the process proceeds to "big hit game process".
If the determination is affirmative (process S364: yes), the stop flag is set to "1" in process S365. After that, it shifts to "big hit game processing".

If the negative determination is made in the process S360 (process S360: no), it is determined whether or not the interruption flag is set to "1" in the process S366. If the determination is affirmative (process S366: yes), the special figure fluctuation interruption process is performed in process S367. After that, it shifts to the jackpot game processing.
In the special figure fluctuation interruption process, one of the first special figure or the second special figure (the second special figure in this embodiment) is confirmed and displayed as a small hit symbol, so that the other is changing. This is a process for interrupting the fluctuation of the special figure (in this embodiment, the first special figure). Further, this process is a process of stopping the measurement of the fluctuation time of the other special figure, and when the small hit game based on the definite display of the other special figure is completed, the change of the other special figure is restarted.

If the negative determination is made in the process S366 (process S366: no), it is determined in the process S368 whether or not the stop flag is set to "1". If it is a negative determination (process S368: no), the process proceeds to "big hit game process".
If the determination is affirmative (process S368: yes), the special figure fluctuation stop process is performed in process S369, and then the process proceeds to "big hit game process".
In the special figure fluctuation stop process, since one of the first special figure or the second special figure is confirmed and displayed as a jackpot symbol, the change of the other special figure that is changing is stopped by a lost symbol. is there.

If a negative determination is made in the process S302 or the process S332 (process S302 or process S332: no), as shown in FIG. 16, the final symbol display time of the first special figure or the second special figure has elapsed in the process S370. Determine if it has been done. If it is a negative determination (process S370: no), the process proceeds to "big hit game process".
On the other hand, if the determination is affirmative (process S370: yes), in process S371, the first special symbol display device 28A displays the first special symbol finalized symbol or the second special symbol display device 28B displays the second special symbol finalized symbol. It controls to end, and sends a command to the sub-integrated control device 42 to end the final display of the pseudo-effect symbol corresponding to the first special figure or the second special figure.

Subsequently, in the process S372, it is determined whether or not the symbols of the first special figure or the second special figure are a combination that becomes a big hit. If the determination is affirmative (process S372: yes), it is determined in process S373 whether or not the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation game state is "1". If it is a negative determination (process S373: no), the process proceeds to process S375. If the determination is affirmative (process S373: yes), the probability change flag is reset to "0" in process S374.

In the process S375, it is determined whether or not the time saving flag indicating the time saving state is "1". If it is a negative determination (process S375: no), the process proceeds to process S377. If the determination is affirmative (process S375: yes), the time saving flag is reset to "0" in process S376.
The time saving flag is a flag indicating that the game state is in the time saving state, and when set (when the value of the flag becomes "1"), the time saving state is set. On the other hand, when it is released (when the value of the flag becomes "0"), it is set to the non-time saving state.
By these processes, the game state related to the probabilistic game state and the time saving state in the big hit game is reset to the normal game state.

Next, in the process S377, the operation of the condition device is started. In addition, the condition device operates when the hit / fail judgment of the first special figure or the second special figure becomes a big hit and the big hit symbol is confirmed and displayed, and the start condition of the big hit game is satisfied, and it is useful in the big hit game. It is a device necessary for the operation of the object continuous operation device.
In the subsequent process S378, the standby flag is set to "1". The standby flag is a flag indicating that the accessory continuous operation device is in a state of waiting for operation.

Next, in the process S379, it is determined whether or not the combination gate switch 508 has detected the passage of the game ball. That is, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed through the winning combination gate 204 with the standby flag set. If it is a negative determination (process S379: no), the process proceeds to "big hit game process".
If it is affirmative (process S379: yes), the accessory continuous operation device is operated in process S380. Further, the special electric accessory is operated according to the operation of the accessory continuous operation device. Next, in process S381, a process of resetting the standby flag to "0" is performed. As a result, the big hit game can be started, and the big hit game start process is performed in the subsequent process S382.

If the winning combination gate switch 508 detects the passage of the game ball while the standby flag is set, the winning combination gate switch 508 is valid even if the winning combination gate switch 508 detects the passage of the game ball. ) Is not considered. That is, the passage detection of the game ball of the combination gate switch 508 is invalidated.

In the jackpot game start process, a command to start the jackpot game and information related to the jackpot game (big hit opening time, opening pattern, jackpot ending time, number of rounds, etc.) are transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42. After that, it shifts to "big hit game processing".

If a negative determination is made in the process S379 (process S379: no), the process returns to the main routine of FIG. 9 through the “big hit game process”. Then, the pass / fail determination process of the special figure is executed again, and when the affirmative determination of the process S379 is passed, the process proceeds to the process of the process S380.

Even if the condition device starts operating in this way, the jackpot game is not started unless the game ball passes through the winning combination gate 204 in order not to give a disadvantage to the player. That is, a big hit may be generated by the entry of the game ball into the first special figure start port 23 while the game centering on the left-handed hit is in progress. However, since the first big winning opening 25 that opens and closes during the big hit game is provided in the right-handed game area, the accessory continuous operating device is operated as soon as the condition device is activated, and the big hit game is started. If you do, you may not notice the start of the jackpot game, and after the jackpot game has progressed to some extent, you may notice the start of the jackpot game and hurry to switch from left-handed to right-handed, which is the prize ball that the player should originally win. The number may be reduced.

On the other hand, even if the operation of the condition device is started, if the jackpot game is not started unless the game ball is passed through the winning combination gate 204, the player can use the desired timing (after switching from left-handed to right-handed). ), The jackpot game can be started (the first round can be started), and it is possible to prevent the player from being disadvantaged.

If the negative determination is made in the process S372 (process S372: no), it is determined in the process S385 whether or not the time saving flag is "1", as shown in FIG. If it is a negative determination (process S385: no), the process proceeds to process S389.
If the determination is affirmative (process S385: yes), the process of counting the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure after the end of the jackpot game, which caused the shift to the time saving state in the process S386, is performed (claims). Corresponds to the counting means described in the range of). In this case, the number of fluctuations is the sum of the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure.

Next, in the process S387, it is determined whether or not the number of fluctuations has reached the number of ends by comparing the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure with the number of ends at which the time saving state ends. If it is a negative determination (process S387: no), the process proceeds to process S389.
If the determination is affirmative (process S387: yes), the time saving flag is reset to "0" in process S388. As a result, the gaming state is shifted to the non-time saving state.
To determine whether or not to continue the time saving state, a dedicated time saving counter that counts the duration of the time saving state is subtracted, and whether or not the time saving counter (number of time saving times) after the subtraction is "0" is determined. It may be determined.

Subsequently, in the process of process S389, the sub-integrated control device issues a state specification command indicating a state such as whether or not the current game state is a probabilistic game state or a time-saving state after a special symbol confirmation time (600 ms). Send to 42.
The timing of transmitting the state specification command from the main control device 40 to the sub integrated control device 42 is after the special symbol confirmation time, but the state specification command is also transmitted at the start of the special symbol change and at the time of power restoration. It may be configured.

Next, in the process S390, it is determined whether or not the symbol of the second special figure is a combination that makes a small hit. If it is a negative determination (process S390: no), the process proceeds to "big hit game process".
If the determination is affirmative (process S390: yes), the operation start process of the special electric accessory is performed in process S391. In the subsequent process S392, the small hit game start process is performed. In this process, a command to start the small hit game and information related to the small hit game (opening time of the small hit, opening pattern, ending time of the small hit, etc.) are transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42. After that, it shifts to "big hit game processing".

The “variable table setting process A” shown in FIG. 18 is a subroutine of the process S322 (FIG. 12), the process S353, and the process S357 (FIG. 14). In the "variable table setting process A", when the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches the 50th time after the jackpot game is completed, the fluctuation table of the fluctuation is displayed as a special effect limited to the 50th number of fluctuations. It is a process for changing to a variable table for special production for carrying out.

The "variable table setting process A" first determines in the process S400 whether or not the game state is the time saving state. If the determination is negative (process S400: no), the process returns to any one of the process S322, the process S353, and the process S357. After returning to these processes, the fluctuation table is set by another subroutine (not shown).

If the determination is affirmative in the process S400 (process S400: yes), the process S401 determines whether or not the variation associated with the pass / fail determination is the 50th variation (determination of the number of variations described in the claims). Equivalent to means). If it is a negative determination (process S401: no), it returns.
If the determination is affirmative (process S401: yes), in process S402, it is determined whether or not the variation is the variation of the first special figure.

If the determination is affirmative in the process S402 (process S402: yes), in the process S403, the variation table for variation according to the first special figure for the 50th time is changed to the variation table for special effect for carrying out the special effect display. Set (corresponds to the variable table setting means described in the claims). After this process, the process S317 sets the 50th variation pattern according to the first special figure to 180 seconds.
If it is a negative determination (process S402: no), in process S404, a variation table equivalent to the variation table set for the variation up to the previous time is set. In the fluctuation from the end of the big hit game to the 49th time, a fluctuation table having the same average fluctuation time is set by other subroutine processing (not shown).

The “effect mode setting process A” shown in FIG. 19 is a process executed by the sub-integrated control device 42. In this process, based on the fluctuation pattern information transmitted from the main control device 40 in the process S320 (FIG. 12) or the process S350 (FIG. 14), the first special figure and the second special figure are drawn after the jackpot game is completed. When the number of fluctuations reaches the 50th time, this is a process for setting the effect mode of the pseudo effect display of the variation to the effect mode B for carrying out the special effect display limited to the 50th number of fluctuations.

The "effect mode setting process A" first determines in the process S600 whether or not the game state is a state. If the determination is negative (process S600: no), the process returns to the main routine executed by the sub-integrated control device 42. After returning, the effect mode is set by another effect mode setting process (not shown).

If the determination is affirmative in the process S600 (process S600: yes), the process S601 determines whether or not the variation is the 50th variation of the special figure. If it is a negative determination (process S601: no), it returns.
If it is an affirmative determination (process S601: yes), in process S602, it is determined whether or not the variation pattern is a variation pattern corresponding to the variation table for special effect for carrying out the special effect display set in the process S403. To do.

If the determination is affirmative in the process S602 (process S602: yes), in the process S603, the effect mode for variation according to the first special figure for the 50th time is set to the effect mode B for carrying out the special effect display. (Equivalent to the effect mode setting means described in the claims).
If it is a negative determination (process S602: no), in process S604, the effect mode A set to the fluctuation up to the previous time is set.

Next, "big hit game processing" and "small hit game processing" will be described with reference to FIGS. 20 to 25.
As shown in FIG. 20, in the "big hit game process", first, in the process S500, it is determined whether or not the accessory continuous operation device is operating. If it is a negative determination (process S500: no), the process is terminated and the process proceeds to the "small hit game process".
On the other hand, if the determination is affirmative (process S500: yes), it is determined in process S501 whether or not the first large winning opening 25 is open.

If the process S501 has a negative determination (process S501: no), the process S502 determines whether or not the jackpot game is in the interval, and if the process S502 has a negative determination (process S502: no), the process S503 is performing the jackpot end effect. Judge whether or not. If it is a negative judgment (process S503: no), it is determined in the process S504 whether or not the jackpot start effect time has elapsed, and if it is an affirmative judgment (process S504: yes), the first big winning opening of the process S505 is opened. In the process, control is performed to open the first large winning opening 25 in the first round (corresponding to the special game control means described in the claims). After that, it returns to the main routine of the main control device 40.

If the positive determination is made in the process S501 (process S501: yes), as shown in FIG. 21, it is determined whether or not there are 10 prizes in the first large winning opening 25 (specified number of prizes) (process S510). Or, it is determined whether or not the opening time of the first grand prize opening 25 has expired (process S511), and if any of them is affirmative (process S510 or process S511: yes), the first grand prize is won in process S512. The process of closing the mouth 25 and starting the jackpot interval in the subsequent process S513 is executed. After that, it returns (see FIG. 20).
If both the process S510 and the process S511 are negatively determined (process S510: no, process S511: no), the process returns.

If the positive determination is made in the process S502 (FIG. 20) (process S502: yes), as shown in FIG. 22, it is determined whether or not the jackpot interval time has elapsed in the process S520. If it is a negative determination (process S520: no), it returns (see FIG. 20). If it is an affirmative determination (process S520: yes), it is determined in process S521 whether or not it is the final round. If the determination is affirmative (process S521: yes), the process of the jackpot end effect of process S522 is executed, and in this process, the jackpot end command is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 and the effect symbol control device 43 to end the jackpot game. And return.
On the other hand, if the negative determination is made in the process S521 (process S521: no), the first large winning opening 25 is opened in the next round by the opening processing of the first large winning opening in the process S523 to return.

If the positive determination is made in the process S503 (FIG. 20) (process S503: yes), as shown in FIG. 23, it is determined whether or not the jackpot end effect time has elapsed. If it is a negative determination (process S530: no), it returns (see FIG. 20).
If the determination is affirmative (process S530: yes), the process of stopping the operation of the accessory continuous operating device in the process S531 is executed, and then the process of stopping the operation of the condition device and the special electric accessory in the process S532 is executed. Execute.

Subsequently, in the process S533, it is determined whether or not the setting is such that the probabilistic game state is set after the end of the big hit game according to the big hit symbol. If it is a negative determination (process S533: no), the process proceeds to process S536.
If it is an affirmative determination (process S533: yes), the probability variation number of times that the probability variation game state is continued is set in process S534. In this case, since the probability variation game state continues until the next big hit, for example, the probability variation number is set to 10,000 times. Next, in the process S535, the probability change flag is set to "1". As a result, the probabilistic game state is given after the big hit game is completed.

Next, in the process S536, it is determined whether or not the setting is such that the time is shortened after the end of the big hit game according to the big hit symbol. If it is a negative determination (process S536: no), the process proceeds to process S539.
If the determination is affirmative (process S536: yes), the number of time reductions for continuing the time reduction state in process S537 is set to "50 times". Next, in the process S538, the time saving flag is set to "1". As a result, a time saving state is given after the big hit game is completed.

Next, in the process S539, it is determined whether or not the value of the stop flag is "1". If it is a negative determination (process S539: no), the process proceeds to process S541.
If the determination is affirmative (process S539: yes), the stop flag is reset to "0" in process S540.
Subsequent process S541 executes a process of transmitting a jackpot end command, and in this process, a jackpot end command is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 and the like. Further, in the process S542, a state designation command such as a probability change game state or a time saving state is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 or the like. After that, it returns (see FIG. 20).

If the accessory continuous operation device is not in operation in the process S500 (FIG. 20) (process S500: no), the process proceeds to the "small hit game process". As shown in FIG. 24, in the "small hit game process", first, in the process S550, it is determined whether or not the special electric accessory is in operation. If it is a negative determination (process S550: no), the process is terminated and the process returns to the main routine of the main control device 40.
If the determination is affirmative (process S550: yes), it is determined in process S551 whether or not the small hit start effect is being produced.

If the affirmative determination is made in the process S551 (process S551: yes), it is determined in the process S552 whether or not the small hit start effect time has elapsed. If it is a negative determination (process S552: no), it returns.
If the determination is affirmative (process S552: yes), the second large winning opening 26 is opened in a predetermined opening mode in process S553 (corresponding to the special game control means described in the claims). Then return.

If the negative determination is made in the process S551 (process S551: no), it is determined in the process S554 whether or not the second large winning opening 26 is open. If it is an affirmative judgment (process S554: yes), it is determined whether or not there are 10 prizes in the second large winning opening 26 (specified number of winnings) (processing S555), or the opening time of the second large winning opening 26. It is determined whether or not the process is completed (process S556), and if either is affirmative (process S555 or process S556: yes), the second large winning opening 26 is closed in process S557. Then return.

If a negative determination is made in the process S554 (process S554: no), as shown in FIG. 25, the operation of the special electric accessory is stopped in the process S560.
Next, in the process S561, it is determined whether or not the interruption flag is "1". If the determination is affirmative (process S561: yes), the interruption flag is reset to "0" in process S562. As a result, the first special figure, which had suspended the fluctuation, resumes the fluctuation.
On the other hand, if the negative determination is made in the process S561 (process S561: no), the small hit end command is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 in the process S563. After that, in the process S564, the state designation command is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 42 and returns. This ends the small hit game.

The pachinko machine of the present embodiment has a first game area [L] in which the game ball flows down when the game ball is launched at the first launch intensity, and a second launch intensity stronger than the first launch intensity. A second game area [R] to which the game ball flows down when the game ball is launched, a first starting port [23] arranged in the first game area [L], and a second game area [R]. ], And the first hit / fail determination means for performing the first hit / miss judgment due to the entry of the game ball into the first start port [23] [FIG. 12: S314]. ], The first special symbol display device [28A] which displays the first special symbol in a variable manner according to the first hit / fail judgment, and later confirms and displays the first special symbol to notify the result of the hit / fail judgment, and the second start. A second hit / fail determination means [FIG. 14: S344, S351] that performs a second hit / fail judgment due to the entry of the game ball into the mouth [24], and a second special symbol accompanying the second hit / miss judgment. A second special symbol display device [28B] that displays fluctuations and then confirms the second special symbol to notify the result of the hit / fail judgment, and a plurality of fluctuation tables having different average fluctuation times are provided, and the first hit / fail judgment is accompanied. A variation table setting means [FIG. 18: S403] for setting a variation table for selecting the variation time of the fluctuating first special symbol and the variation time of the second special symbol that fluctuates according to the second hit / fail determination, and the first. The first is provided with a special game control means [FIG. 20: S505, FIG. 24: S553] for carrying out a special game advantageous for acquiring a prize ball according to the result of the winning / failing determination or the result of the second winning / failing determination. In a ball game machine capable of simultaneous fluctuation of the first special symbol that fluctuates according to the hit / fail judgment and the second special symbol that fluctuates according to the second hit / fail judgment, at the time of simultaneous change, depending on the game situation, An effect symbol display device [26] capable of performing a pseudo effect display corresponding to either the first special symbol or the second special symbol, and a counting means for counting the number of fluctuations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol [ FIG. 17: S386] and a variation number determination means [FIG. 18: S401] for determining whether or not the number of fluctuations counted by the counting means has reached a predetermined specific variation number. In the table setting means [FIG. 18: S403], the number of fluctuations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is determined to be the specific number of fluctuations by the fluctuation number determination means [FIG. 18: S401], and the pseudo effect display is displayed. In the case of fluctuations of the corresponding special symbol, the fluctuation table for selecting the fluctuation time of the special symbol has a special feature that the average fluctuation time is different from the fluctuation table before reaching a specific number of fluctuations. It is a configuration to change to a constant fluctuation table.

Further, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the fluctuation of a specific number of fluctuations is reached, whether or not the fluctuation is a fluctuation of a special symbol corresponding to (mainly) the pseudo-effect display. It is a configuration to judge.

Further, the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment is provided with a plurality of effect modes having different effect contents, and is an effect mode setting means for setting an effect mode of a pseudo effect display according to a fluctuation of the first special symbol or the second special symbol [Fig. 19: S603], the effect mode setting means changes the specific fluctuation table when the fluctuation table is changed to the specific fluctuation table by the fluctuation table setting means [FIG. 18: S403]. It is a configuration that sets a special effect mode according to.

In the normal gaming state in which the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment is in a normal probability state and a non-time saving state, the player has a large number of fluctuations per unit time and can expect a big hit, aiming at a left-handed game. I do. That is, aim at the normal figure operating gate 22, further aim at the first special figure start port 23 in the normal figure hit game, and aim at the big hit game of the first special figure caused by entering the ball into the first special figure start port 23. ..

In the pachinko machine 1, when the big hit of the first special figure occurs in the left-handed game, the game state shifts to the normal probability time saving state or the high probability time saving state (probability variation game state and time saving game) after the big hit game ends. To do. In the short time state, it is advantageous for the game per normal figure, and the left-handed game is performed aiming at the first special figure start port 23.

Further, in the time saving state, the fluctuation pattern of the first special figure is selected from the fluctuation table having an average fluctuation time of 8 seconds. Then, the pseudo effect display accompanying the fluctuation of the first special figure is the effect of the effect mode A, and the effect indicating the time saving state is performed.

For example, as shown in FIG. 26A, on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 46, a three-digit pseudo effect symbol 700 corresponding to the first special figure is variably displayed on the lower half thereof. Then, in the upper half of the display screen, the character Tatsuyoshi 701 is displayed on the right side, and the Tatsuyoshi chance image 702 indicating that the time is shortened is displayed on the left side. In this case, the same effect is performed in the pseudo effect display regardless of whether the time is shortened with a normal probability or a time with a high probability.

When the game progresses in a short time state and the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches the 50th time, the pachinko machine 1 determines whether the fluctuation is the fluctuation of the first special figure. If it is the fluctuation of the first special figure, the fluctuation table is changed to a fluctuation table having a longer average fluctuation time than the fluctuations so far, and a fluctuation pattern is selected from the fluctuation table. Then, the effect mode is changed according to the change of the fluctuation table, and the pseudo effect display accompanying the change of the first special figure becomes the effect of the effect mode B, and a special effect such as whether or not to shift to the small hit rush is carried out. To.

For example, as shown in FIG. 26B, on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 46, a final battle image 710 indicating that if the player wins, the small hit rush (Tatsuyoshi rush) is displayed is displayed on the upper left portion of the display screen. .. Then, in the lower half of the display screen, a fighting image 711 in which two karateka fight is displayed.

Then, if the gaming state in which the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure is up to the 50th is a high-probability time-saving state (probability variation game state and time-saving game), the pachinko machine 1 starts the game from the next change. The state becomes a non-time saving state with a high probability (probability variation gaming state and non-time saving state), and shifts to a small hit rush. In this case, when the 50th variation of the first special figure is completed and the symbol is confirmed and displayed, it is suggested that the special effect display shifts to the small hit rush.

For example, as shown in FIG. 26 (c), on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 46, a Tatsuyoshi rush rush image 712 indicating the transition to the small hit rush (Tatsuyoshi rush) is displayed in the upper left portion thereof. Then, in the lower half of the display screen, the winning video 713 in which the leading karateka wins is displayed.

On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 1, if the gaming state in which the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure is up to the 50th change is a normal probability time saving state, the gaming state is a non-time saving state with a normal probability from the next change. It will shift to (normal game state). In this case, when the 50th variation of the first special figure is completed and the symbol is confirmed and displayed, it is suggested that the special effect display does not shift to the small hit rush.

For example, as shown in FIG. 27 (a), on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 46, a Tatsuyoshi rush non-rush image 714 indicating that the small hit rush (Tatsuyoshi rush) does not shift is displayed in the upper left portion thereof. .. Then, in the lower half of the display screen, the defeat video 715 that the leading karateka lost is displayed.

It is desirable that the pachinko machine 1 notifies the player when the gaming state shifts to the small hit rush. In this case, in the small hit rush, since it is a right-handed game aiming at the second special figure start port 24, the main special figure becomes the second special figure, and the effect symbol display device 46 accompanies the change of the second special figure. Pseudo effect display is carried out.

For example, FIG. 27B is a display example of the effect performed by the effect symbol display device 46 in the small hit rush, and shows an example when the small hit of the second special figure occurs. When a small hit occurs in the second special figure, the three-digit pseudo-effect symbol 700 corresponding to the second special figure is changed at the same time as the change in the second special figure, and then the "small hit" symbol is aligned and stopped. , Notify the player that the prize ball may increase due to a small hit. Then, on the upper right side of the display screen, the smiling character Tatsuyoshi 701 is displayed. A Tatsuyoshi rush image 720 is displayed on the upper right side of the display screen. In this way, it is desirable to notify the player that the small hit rush is currently in progress.

According to the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure is counted in the time saving state after the jackpot game is completed, and when the number of fluctuations reaches the number of fluctuations which is the deadline of the time saving state. , It is determined whether or not the fluctuation is the main fluctuation of the first special figure. If the fluctuation is the fluctuation of the first special figure, the fluctuation table is changed to a fluctuation table having a longer average fluctuation time than before. Then, the effect mode is changed according to the change of the fluctuation table, and a special effect display that raises the player's expectation such as whether or not to shift to the small hit rush is implemented. Therefore, even if the first special figure and the second special figure can be changed at the same time, the special effect display limited to the number of changes of the main special figure is executed on condition that the situation is suitable. It is possible to realize a ball game machine that is rich in the fun of games.

[Second Embodiment]
The pachinko machine of the second embodiment to which the present invention is applied will be described. Similar to the first embodiment, this pachinko machine is in a time-saving state after the end of the big hit game, and the fluctuation of the special figure (pseudo-effect display corresponds to the fluctuation number of fluctuations that is the continuation deadline). If it is (variation of the special figure), it is configured to carry out a special effect display. In this case, it is determined whether or not the main special figure has continuously fluctuated over the specified number of times, going back from the number of fluctuations that is the continuation deadline of the time saving state. Then, when the main special symbol continuously fluctuates over the specified number of times, it is regarded as the fluctuation of the main special symbol with the number of fluctuations that is the continuation deadline of the time saving state, and in the fluctuation, the fluctuation table Is changed, and the special effect display is performed by changing the effect mode. It should be noted that the designated number of times for determining whether or not the main special figure has continuously fluctuated is set as the maximum hold memory of the main special figure.

Furthermore, this pachinko machine changes the effect mode of the period for determining whether or not the main special symbol has continuously changed from the number of fluctuations, which is the continuation deadline of the time saving state, to a specific effect mode. , The countdown effect display is performed toward the number of fluctuations that is the continuation deadline of the time saving state according to the effect mode.
The basic configuration of the pachinko machine is the same as that of the first embodiment, and the pachinko machine of the present embodiment will be described below focusing on the differences from the first embodiment. Further, in the drawings, the same members are indicated by the same reference numerals.

As shown in FIG. 28, this pachinko machine becomes the main body from the 46th variation to the 4th variation, going back from the 50th variation, which is the continuation deadline of the time-saving state, in the time-saving state after the jackpot game is completed. It is determined whether or not the fluctuation of the first special figure is continuous. That is, immediately before the continuation deadline of the time saving state, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation of the same number of times as the maximum hold storage of the first special figure continues.

Then, by continuing the fluctuation of the first special figure from the 46th fluctuation to the 4th fluctuation, the fluctuation table of the 50th fluctuation is changed to the fluctuation table having a long average fluctuation time, and the effect mode is changed according to the table change. Is changed, and a special effect is performed at the 50th change. Further, the effect mode is changed four times from the 46th change, and the countdown effect display is performed toward the continuation deadline of the time saving state.

The production mode will be described. This pachinko machine has five types of production modes for pseudo-production display after the jackpot game is completed: "production mode A", "production mode B", "production mode C", "production mode R", and "production mode N". It has a mode.
The "effect mode A" is a production mode that is set when the time is reduced after the jackpot game is completed. Then, it is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches "45 times". In the "effect mode A", the time is shortened, and a left-handed game is performed to show that it is advantageous to enter the first special figure start port 23.
The "effect mode C" is a production mode in which the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure after the jackpot game is set is set to "46th" to "49th". The "effect mode C" is a mode in which the countdown effect display is performed until the deadline of the time saving state.

"Production mode B" is set on the condition that the number of changes of the first special figure and the second special figure after the end of the big hit game is "50th" and the change is the change of the first special figure. It is a production mode to be performed. The "effect mode B" is a mode for carrying out a "special effect display" that raises the player's expectation, such as whether or not to shift to the small hit rush after the 50th time.
The "effect mode R" is an effect mode that is set when the game state after the end of the big hit game is a probabilistic game state and a time saving state, and the state shifts to the small hit rush after the end of the time saving state. The "effect mode R" is a mode for performing an effect indicating that it is a small hit rush. In the small hit rush, the main game is a right-handed game, and the second special figure is the main game. Therefore, in the "effect mode R", the pseudo effect display of the second special figure is carried out.
On the other hand, the "effect mode N" is a production mode that is set when the game state after the jackpot game ends is a normal probability state and a time saving state, and shifts to a normal game state (non-probability change, non-time saving) after the time saving state ends. Is.

The control of this pachinko machine is the same as that of the first embodiment, in the main control device 40, the "main routine" (see FIG. 9), the "first special figure start entry confirmation process" (see FIG. 10), and " "1st special figure hit / miss judgment process" (see FIG. 11), "2nd special figure hit / fail judgment process" (see FIG. 13), "big hit game state theory" (see FIG. 20), "small hit game process" (see FIG. 24). See) is executed.

In addition, this pachinko machine is "variable" in the process S322 (FIG. 12) of the "first special figure hit / miss determination process", the process S353 and the process S357 (FIG. 14) of the "second special figure hit / miss determination process". The variation table is set by the processes of "table setting process B" (FIG. 29) and "variation table setting process C" (FIG. 30).

The "variation table setting process B" shown in FIG. 29 is the first main body from the 46th variation to the 4th variation, going back from the 50th variation, which is the continuation deadline of the time saving state, after the jackpot game is completed. This is a process for determining whether or not the fluctuation of the special figure is continuous.
First, in the process S430, the "variable table setting process B" determines whether or not the game state is the time saving state. If the determination is negative (process S400: no), the process returns to any one of the process S322, the process S353, and the process S357.
If the determination is affirmative (process S430: yes), in the process S431, the 46 variation clear flag (the flag is simply described as F in the figure) indicating that the 46th variation was the variation of the first special figure is "1. It is determined whether or not it is.

If a negative determination is made in the process S431 (process S431: no), in the process S432, whether or not the 47 variation clear flag indicating that the 47th variation was the variation of the first special figure is "1". Is determined.
If it is a negative determination (process S432: no), in process S433, it is determined whether or not the 48 variation clear flag indicating that the 48th variation was the variation of the first special figure is "1".

If the negative determination is made in the process S433 (process S400: no), it is determined in the process S434 whether or not the change associated with the pass / fail determination is the 46th change. If it is a negative determination (process S434: no), it returns.
If the determination is affirmative (process S434: yes), it is determined in process S435 whether or not the 46th variation is the variation of the first special figure. If it is a negative determination (process S435: no), it returns.
If the determination is affirmative (process S435: yes), the 46 variation clear flag is set to "1" in process S436. Then return.

If the determination is affirmative in the process S431 (process S431: yes), it is determined in the process S437 whether or not the change associated with the hit / fail determination is the 47th change. If it is a negative determination (process S437: no), it returns.
If the determination is affirmative (process S437: yes), the 46 fluctuation clear flag is reset to "0" in process S438.
In the subsequent process S439, it is determined whether or not the 47th change is the change of the first special figure. If it is a negative determination (process S439: no), it returns.
If the determination is affirmative (process S439: yes), the 47 variation clear flag is set to "1" in process S440. Then return.

If the affirmative determination is made in the process S432 (process S432: yes), it is determined in the process S441 whether or not the change accompanying the hit / fail determination is the 48th change. If it is a negative determination (process S441: no), it returns.
If the determination is affirmative (process S441: yes), the 47 variation clear flag is reset to "0" in process S442.
In the subsequent process S443, it is determined whether or not the 48th variation is the variation of the first special figure. If it is a negative determination (process S443: no), it returns.
If the determination is affirmative (process S443: yes), the 48 variation clear flag is set to "1" in process S444. Then return.

If the determination is affirmative in the process S433 (process S433: yes), it is determined in the process S445 whether or not the change associated with the hit / fail determination is the 49th change. If it is a negative determination (process S445: no), it returns.
If the determination is affirmative (process S445: yes), the 48 variation clear flag is reset to "0" in process S446.
In the subsequent process S447, it is determined whether or not the 49th change is the change of the first special figure. If it is a negative determination (process S447: no), it returns.
If the determination is affirmative (process S447: yes), the 49 variation clear flag is set to "1" in process S448. Then return.

In the "variation table setting process C" shown in FIG. 30, when the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches the 50th time after the jackpot game is completed, the fluctuation table of the fluctuation is displayed as a special effect. This is a process for changing to a variable table for special effects.
The "variation table setting process C" first determines in process S460 whether or not the game state is a time saving state. If the determination is negative (process S460: no), the process returns to any one of the process S322, the process S353, and the process S357. After returning to these processes, the fluctuation table is set by another subroutine (not shown).

If the determination is affirmative in the process S460 (process S460: yes), in the process S461, it is determined whether or not the change accompanying the hit / fail determination is the 50th change (determination of the number of changes described in the claims). Equivalent to means). If it is a negative determination (process S461: no), it returns.
If it is affirmative (process S461: yes), it is determined in process S462 whether or not the 49 variation clear flag is "1".

If the determination is affirmative in the process S462 (process S462: yes), in the process S463, the variation table for variation according to the first special figure of the 50th time is used as the variation table for special effect for carrying out the special effect display. Set (corresponds to the variable table setting means described in the claims). After this process, the process S317 sets the 50th variation pattern according to the first special figure to 180 seconds.
If it is a negative determination (process S462: no), in process S464, a variation table equivalent to the variation table set for the variation up to the previous time is set. In the fluctuation from the end of the big hit game to the 49th time, a fluctuation table having the same average fluctuation time is set by other subroutine processing (not shown).
Subsequently, after the process S463 or the process S464, each variation clear flag of the 46 variation endoscopic 9 variation is reset to "0" in the process S465.

Next, the “effect mode setting process B” shown in FIG. 31 is a process executed by the sub-integrated control device 42. In this process, the first special figure and the second special figure after the jackpot game is completed are based on the information of the fluctuation pattern transmitted from the main control device 40 in the process S320 (FIG. 12) or the process S350 (FIG. 14). This is a process for setting the effect mode C for carrying out the countdown effect display as the effect mode of the pseudo effect display in the 46th variation or the 49th variation of the above.

First, in the process S620, the "effect mode setting process B" determines whether or not the game state is a state. If the determination is negative (process S620: no), the process returns to the main routine executed by the sub-integrated control device 42. After returning, the effect mode is set by another effect mode setting process (not shown).

If the determination is affirmative in the process S620 (process S620: yes), the process S621 determines whether or not it is the 46th variation of the first special figure and the second special figure. If the determination is affirmative (process S621: yes), in process S622, it is determined whether or not the 46th variation is the variation of the first special figure. If the determination is affirmative (process S622: yes), in process S623, the effect mode for variation according to the first special figure for the 46th time is set to the effect mode C for performing the countdown effect display (claims). (Equivalent to the effect mode setting means described in).
If the negative determination is made in the process S622 (process S622: no), the effect mode A set to the fluctuation up to the previous time is set in the process S624.

If the negative determination is made in the process S621 (process S621: no), it is determined in the process S625 whether or not it is the 47th variation of the first special figure and the second special figure. If the determination is affirmative (process S625: yes), in process S626, it is determined whether or not the 47th variation is the variation of the first special figure. If the determination is affirmative (process S626: yes), in process S627, the effect mode for the 47th variation according to the first special figure is set to the effect mode C for carrying out the countdown effect display (claims). (Equivalent to the effect mode setting means described in).
If the negative determination is made in the process S626 (process S626: no), the effect mode A set to the fluctuation up to the previous time is set in the process S624.

If the negative determination is made in the process S625 (process S625: no), it is determined in the process S628 whether or not it is the 48th variation of the first special figure and the second special figure. If the determination is affirmative (process S628: yes), in process S629, it is determined whether or not the 48th variation is the variation of the first special figure. If the determination is affirmative (process S629: yes), in process S630, the effect mode for the change according to the first special figure for the 48th time is set to the effect mode C for carrying out the countdown effect display (claims). (Equivalent to the effect mode setting means described in).
If the negative determination is made in the process S629 (process S629: no), the effect mode A set to the fluctuation up to the previous time is set in the process S624.

If a negative determination is made in the process S628 (process S628: no), it is determined in the process S631 whether or not it is the 49th variation of the first special figure and the second special figure. If the determination is affirmative (process S631: yes), in process S632, it is determined whether or not the 49th variation is the variation of the first special figure. If the determination is affirmative (process S632: yes), in process S633, the effect mode for variation according to the first special figure for the 49th time is set to the effect mode C for performing the countdown effect display (claims). (Equivalent to the effect mode setting means described in).
If the negative determination is made in the process S632 (process S632: no), the effect mode A set to the fluctuation up to the previous time is set in the process S624.

Then, in the pachinko machine, the "effect mode setting process A" is executed in the sub-integrated control device 42 as in the first embodiment, and the effect mode B is set in the 50th variation of the first special figure.

The pachinko machine of the present embodiment has a first game area [L] in which the game ball flows down when the game ball is launched at the first launch intensity, and a second launch intensity stronger than the first launch intensity. A second game area [R] to which the game ball flows down when the game ball is launched, a first starting port [23] arranged in the first game area [L], and a second game area [R]. ], And the first hit / fail determination means for performing the first hit / miss judgment due to the entry of the game ball into the first start port [23] [FIG. 12: S314]. ], The first special symbol display device [28A] which displays the first special symbol in a variable manner according to the first hit / fail judgment, and later confirms and displays the first special symbol to notify the result of the hit / fail judgment, and the second start. A second hit / fail determination means [FIG. 14: S344, S351] that performs a second hit / fail judgment due to the entry of the game ball into the mouth [24], and a second special symbol accompanying the second hit / miss judgment. A second special symbol display device [28B] that displays fluctuations and then confirms the second special symbol to notify the result of the hit / fail judgment, and a plurality of fluctuation tables having different average fluctuation times are provided, and the first hit / fail judgment is accompanied. A fluctuation table setting means [FIG. 30: S463] for setting a fluctuation table for selecting the fluctuation time of the fluctuating first special symbol and the fluctuation time of the second special symbol that fluctuates according to the second hit / fail judgment, and the first. The first is provided with a special game control means [FIG. 20: S505, FIG. 24: S553] for carrying out a special game advantageous for acquiring a prize ball according to the result of the winning / failing determination or the result of the second winning / failing determination. In a ball game machine capable of simultaneous fluctuation of the first special symbol that fluctuates according to the hit / fail judgment and the second special symbol that fluctuates according to the second hit / fail judgment, at the time of simultaneous change, depending on the game situation, An effect symbol display device [26] capable of performing a pseudo effect display corresponding to either the first special symbol or the second special symbol, and a counting means for counting the number of fluctuations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol [ FIG. 17: S386] and a fluctuation number determination means [FIG. 30: S461] for determining whether or not the number of fluctuations counted by the counting means has reached a preset specific fluctuation count. In the table setting means [FIG. 30: S463], the number of fluctuations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is determined to be the specific number of fluctuations by the fluctuation number determination means [FIG. 30: S461], and the pseudo effect display is supported. In the case of fluctuations of the special symbol, the fluctuation table for selecting the fluctuation time of the special symbol has a specific variation in which the average fluctuation time is different from the fluctuation table before reaching the specific fluctuation number. It is a configuration to change to a moving table.

Further, the pachinko machine of the present embodiment is provided with a plurality of effect modes having different effect contents, and is provided with an effect mode setting means [FIG. 19: S603] for setting the effect mode of the pseudo effect display according to the fluctuation of the special symbol. The mode setting means sets a special effect mode according to the specific variation table when the variation table is changed to the specific variation table by the variation table setting means [FIG. 30: S463] with the variation of the specific variation number. It is a configuration to do. In addition, another special effect mode is set during the period for determining whether or not the number of changes of the main special symbol has continuously changed over the specified number of times.

Similar to the first embodiment, the pachinko machine of the present embodiment has a first special feature in which the player can expect a large number of fluctuations per unit time in a normal gaming state (normal probability state and non-time saving state). Aim at the figure and perform a left-handed game. That is, aim at the normal figure operating gate 22, further aim at the first special figure start port 23 in the normal figure hit game, and aim at the big hit game of the first special figure caused by entering the ball into the first special figure start port 23. ..

In this pachinko machine, when the big hit of the first special figure occurs in the left-handed game, the game state shifts to the normal probability time saving state or the high probability time saving state (probability variation game state and time saving game) after the big hit game ends. To do. In the short time state, it is advantageous for the game per normal figure, and the left-handed game is performed aiming at the first special figure start port 23.

Further, in the time saving state, the fluctuation pattern of the first special figure is selected from the fluctuation table having an average fluctuation time of 8 seconds. Then, the pseudo effect display accompanying the fluctuation of the first special figure is the effect of the effect mode A, and the effect indicating the time saving state is performed (see FIG. 26A).

In this pachinko machine, when the game progresses in a short time state and the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches the 46th time, the first special figure continues from the 46th time to the 49th time. Determine if it fluctuates. Then, in the 46th to 49th fluctuation periods, the effect mode C is set, and the effect symbol display device 46 performs a countdown effect display indicating that the time saving state ends.

For example, as shown in FIG. 32 (a), on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 46, a three-digit pseudo effect symbol 700 corresponding to the first special figure is variably displayed on the lower half thereof. Then, in the upper half of the display screen, the character Tatsuyoshi 701 is displayed on the right side, and the Tatsuyoshi chance zone image 703 indicating that the time is shortened and the end of the duration is near is displayed on the left side. Further, the remaining number of times image 704 is displayed, thereby indicating the remaining number of times in the time saving state. It should be noted that the same effect is performed on the countdown effect display regardless of whether the time is reduced with a normal probability or with a high probability.

FIG. 32B shows another countdown effect display. For example, in another countdown effect display, the pseudo effect symbol 700 is variably displayed on the right side of the lower end of the display screen. Then, the remaining number of times image 705 is largely displayed in the central portion of the display screen.
For example, in the countdown effect display, in the 46th and 47th fluctuations in which the remaining number of times in the time saving state is large, the former effect in which the display of the remaining number image 704 is small is performed, and in the 48th and 49th fluctuations in which the remaining number of times is small, the remaining number of times is small. The latter effect, in which the display of the remaining number of times image 705 is large, may be performed.

In this pachinko machine, when fluctuations corresponding to the maximum number of reserved memories of the first special figure occur continuously in the 46th to 49th fluctuations, the player continues the left-handed game, and the 50th fluctuation occurs. It is regarded as a change in the first special figure. Then, in the 50th fluctuation, the fluctuation table is changed to a fluctuation table having a longer average fluctuation time than the fluctuations so far, and a fluctuation pattern is selected from the fluctuation table. Then, the effect mode is changed according to the change of the fluctuation table, and the pseudo effect display accompanying the change of the first special figure becomes the effect of the effect mode B, and a special effect such as whether or not to shift to the small hit rush is carried out. To.
In addition, this pachinko machine continues the countdown effect display when the fluctuation of the first special figure does not continue for the maximum number of reserved storage minutes and the fluctuation of the second special figure occurs, and the countdown occurs even at the 50th fluctuation. Perform a production display.

For example, as shown in FIG. 32 (c), as in the first embodiment, the display screen of the effect symbol display device 46 shows that if the player wins, the game shifts to the small hit rush (Tatsuyoshi rush). Is displayed, and in the lower half of the display screen, a fighting image 711 in which two karateka fight is displayed.

Then, if the gaming state in which the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure is up to the 50th is a high-probability time-saving state (probability variation game state and time-saving game), the pachinko machine 1 starts the game from the next change. The state becomes a non-time saving state with a high probability (probability variation gaming state and non-time saving state), and shifts to a small hit rush. In this case, when the 50th variation of the first special figure is completed and the symbol is confirmed and displayed, it is suggested that the special effect display shifts to the small hit rush. In this case, for example, the victory image 713 shown in FIG. 26 (c) is displayed as in the first embodiment.

On the other hand, in this pachinko machine, if the gaming state in which the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure is up to the 50th is the normal probability time saving state, the gaming state is the non-time saving state with the normal probability from the next fluctuation. It will shift to (normal game state). In this case, when the 50th variation of the first special figure is completed and the symbol is confirmed and displayed, it is suggested that the special effect display does not shift to the small hit rush. For example, as in the first embodiment, the defeat video 715 shown in FIG. 27 (a) is displayed.

Further, it is desirable that the pachinko machine notifies the player when the gaming state shifts to the small hit rush. In this case, in the small hit rush, since it is a right-handed game aiming at the second special figure start port 24, the main special figure becomes the second special figure, and the effect symbol display device 46 accompanies the change of the second special figure. Pseudo effect display is carried out.
For example, as in the first embodiment, it is desirable to display the Tatsuyoshi rush image 720 shown in FIG. 27 (b) to notify the player that the small hit rush is currently in progress.

Similar to the first embodiment, the pachinko machine of the present embodiment counts the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure in the time saving state after the end of the big hit game, and the number of fluctuations is the deadline of the time saving state. When it reaches the eye, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation is the main fluctuation of the first special figure. If the fluctuation is the fluctuation of the first special figure, the basic configuration is to change the fluctuation table to a fluctuation table having a longer average fluctuation time than before.

Since this pachinko machine distinguishes the game area in which the first special figure start port 23 and the second special figure start port 24 are arranged, the main body is immediately before the number of fluctuations, which is the deadline for the time saving state, is reached. If the fluctuation of the first special figure is continuously generated for the maximum number of reserved memories, the player is continuing the game aiming at the main game area of the first special figure, and the time is shortened. It can be considered that the fluctuation of the deadline of the state is the main fluctuation of the first special figure. Therefore, it is possible to efficiently determine whether or not the fluctuation is the main first special figure before the number of fluctuations in the time-saving deadline is reached.

In this way, in this pachinko machine, the hold memory of the second special figure remains at the start of the time saving state, or the handle operation is mistakenly changed in the middle of the time saving state. Even if the fluctuations of the 1st special figure and the 2nd special figure are mixed, there is no effect until the number of rotations immediately before the number of fluctuations of the time saving state deadline, and only the last few rotations change in the 1st special figure. It is possible to change the variation table on condition that it is.

With this pachinko machine, if the number of rotations immediately before the number of fluctuations in the time-saving state deadline is the fluctuation in the first special figure, the fluctuation table for the number of fluctuations in the time-saving state deadline will be changed to a fluctuation table with a longer average fluctuation time than before. change. Then, the effect mode is changed according to the change of the fluctuation table, and a special effect display that raises the player's expectation such as whether or not to shift to the small hit rush is implemented. Therefore, even if the first special figure and the second special figure can be changed at the same time, the special effect display limited to the number of changes of the main special figure is executed on condition that the situation is suitable. It is possible to realize a ball game machine that is rich in the fun of games.
Furthermore, before reaching the number of fluctuations in the time-saving deadline, that is, before performing the special effect display, the period for determining whether or not the fluctuation of the first special figure, which is the main body, occurs continuously is used. , It is also possible to carry out a countdown effect display. In this way, by performing the effect display stepwise from the countdown effect display to the special effect display, the expectation of the player can be increased stepwise.
In this pachinko machine, the number of rotations immediately before the number of fluctuations in the time saving state deadline is set to the maximum number of reserved storages, but it does not have to be related to the number of reserved storages. For example, if it is set to 10 rotations, the period can be used for the countdown effect.

Further, as an example of determining whether or not the fluctuation of the first special figure occurs continuously, if the time saving state is given 50 times, the first special figure is obtained when the time saving state is 5 times remaining. The first counting means for counting the fluctuation of the figure starts counting, and when the count reaches "4", the process of switching the fluctuation table for displaying the special effect is performed, and the fluctuation of the second special figure interrupts during the counting. In that case, it is conceivable to end the counting and not perform the process of changing the fluctuation table. In this way, even if the count is started once, if it deviates from the number of fluctuations in the time saving state deadline, the fluctuation table can be not changed and the special effect display can be prevented.
Further, it is conceivable to provide not only the first counting means for counting the fluctuation of the first special figure but also the second counting means for counting the fluctuation of the second special figure at the same time. In that case, when the count of the second counting means becomes "1", it is conceivable to change the fluctuation table and display the special effect invalid display informing that the special effect display cannot be performed due to an irregular striking method.
Further, it is conceivable to set the count to 20 times or the like so that a variable table or an effect display that shifts only when an irregular striking method is performed is performed.
Anomalous striking may be used as a penalty to set a production mode with low performance output, or by providing a production mode that can be shifted when irregular fluctuations occur, it can be used as an opportunity to shift to a production mode unique to simultaneous fluctuations. You can also do it.

Further, although the configuration for changing the fluctuation table has been described, it is conceivable to use it for the effect mode selection process as the process on the sub-integrated control device 42 side.
Also in that case, as in the first embodiment, the process of selecting the special effect display is performed when the number of fluctuations of the time saving state deadline is the first special figure. Instead of changing the fluctuation table, it can be implemented by providing special effect display patterns with different times so as to correspond to some fluctuation patterns (variation times). In the case of a fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) that cannot be handled, the special effect display may not be performed. Since the gaming state is known at the 51st rotation of the fluctuation, the player is not disadvantaged even if the effect is not performed.

Further, as the processing on the sub-integrated control device 42 side, as in the second embodiment, the special effect display is performed on the condition that it has changed in the first special figure from several rotations before the number of rotations of the time saving state deadline. You can also do it.
In this case, since the special effect display can be performed on the condition that the first special figure, which is the main body, has changed before the number of changes in the time saving state deadline, the second special figure interrupts and produces the effect. It is possible to reduce the deviation.
In this case as well, it is conceivable to include a first counting means for counting the fluctuation of the first special figure, but in that case, the sub-integrated control device 42 will be provided with the counting means. Since the main control device 40 does not change the fluctuation table, the counting means becomes unnecessary.
Further, a second counting means for the second special drawing in which a counting number different from that of the first counting means is set may be provided. While the first count is set to "4", the second count is set to "1", and the count of the first count is counted when the second count is counted from the remaining 5 times in the time saving state. If the number is cleared and the special effect invalid display is selected as the effect, it is possible to notify that the special effect display is not performed due to the irregular fluctuation of the second special figure, and the player is not confused.

In the first embodiment and the second embodiment, after the jackpot game is completed, a time saving state is provided until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times regardless of the normal probability or the high probability. It is a configuration that allows the game to be played without reducing the number of balls held.
Not limited to this, the period for granting the time saving state may be changed according to the jackpot symbols of the first special figure and the second special figure.

For example, as shown in FIG. 33, as the jackpot symbol of the first special diagram, "special diagram 1_16R probability variation symbol", "special diagram 1_6R probability variation a symbol", "special diagram 1_6R probability variation b symbol", "special diagram 1_6R normal symbol" ", And one of the symbols is set at the time of the big hit of the first special drawing. "Special Figure 1_16R Probability Change Design", "Special Figure 1_6R Probability Change a Design", "Special Figure 1_6R Probability Change b Design", "Special Figure 1_6R Normal Design" are 20% and 30%, respectively, depending on the random number for determining the jackpot symbol. , 15%, 35%.

When the jackpot symbol is determined to be the "special figure 1_16R probability variation symbol", the jackpot game is a round game in which the first big prize opening 25 is opened in a predetermined manner for 16 rounds. After executing the jackpot game, the game shifts to the probabilistic game state and continues until the next jackpot. In addition, a time saving state is given, and it is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times or a big hit is achieved during that time. Then, when the time reduction ends after the 50th and subsequent fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure, the probabilistic change state and the non-time reduction state are set, and the small hit rush can be executed.
When the jackpot symbol is determined to be "Special Figure 1_6R Probability Change a symbol", a jackpot game of 6 rounds is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the game shifts to the probability variation game state and continues until the next jackpot. In addition, a time saving state is given and it will continue until the next big hit. Therefore, it does not become a small hit rush.
When the jackpot symbol is determined to be "Special Figure 1_6R Probability Change b Symbol", a jackpot game of 6 rounds is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the game shifts to the probability variation game state and continues until the next jackpot. In addition, a time saving state is given, and the special figure is continued until the number of fluctuations reaches 50 or a big hit is achieved during that period. At the end of the time saving state, the small hit rush can be executed.
When the jackpot symbol is determined to be "special figure 1_6R normal symbol", a jackpot game of 6 rounds is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the normal probability and the time saving state are entered. In this case, the time saving state is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times or a big hit is achieved in the meantime. After that, when the time saving state is ended, it is returned to the normal gaming state which is the non-time saving state in the normal probability state.

As the jackpot symbol of the second special figure, four kinds of symbols of "special figure 2_16R probability variation symbol", "special figure 2_6R probability variation a symbol", "special diagram 2_6R probability variation b symbol", and special diagram 2_6R normal symbol are provided. 2 Any one symbol is set at the time of big hit of the special figure. "Special figure 2_16R probability variation symbol", "Special diagram 2_6R probability variation a symbol", "Special diagram 2_6R probability variation b symbol", "Special diagram 2_6R normal symbol" are 20% and 45%, respectively, depending on the random number for determining the jackpot symbol. , 35%.

When the jackpot symbol is determined to be the "special figure 2_16R probability variation symbol", a 16 round jackpot game is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the game shifts to the probability variation game state and continues until the next jackpot. In addition, a time saving state is given, and it is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times or a big hit is achieved during that time. Then, when the time reduction ends after the 50th and subsequent fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure, the probabilistic change state and the non-time reduction state are set, and the small hit rush can be executed.
When the jackpot symbol is determined to be "Special Figure 2_6R Probability Change a symbol", a jackpot game of 6 rounds is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the game shifts to the probability variation game state and continues until the next jackpot. In addition, a time saving state is given and it will continue until the next big hit. Therefore, it does not become a small hit rush.
When the jackpot symbol is determined to be "Special Figure 2_6R Probability Change b Symbol", a jackpot game of 6 rounds is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the game shifts to the probability variation game state and continues until the next jackpot. In addition, a time saving state is given, and it is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times or a big hit is achieved during that time. Then, when the time reduction ends after the 50th and subsequent fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure, the probabilistic change state and the non-time reduction state are set, and the small hit rush can be executed.
When the jackpot symbol is determined to be "special figure 2_6R normal symbol", a jackpot game of 6 rounds is performed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the normal probability and the time saving state are entered. In this case, the time saving state is continued until the number of fluctuations of the first special figure and the second special figure reaches 50 times or a big hit is achieved in the meantime. After that, when the time saving state is ended, it is returned to the normal gaming state which is the non-time saving state in the normal probability state.

According to the configuration provided with the hit symbols of the first special figure and the second special figure, it is difficult to determine whether or not the time saving state ends with the 50th variation in the probabilistic game state after the big hit game ends. If you shift to the production mode, you can make the game interesting depending on whether or not you shift to the small hit rush after the 50th fluctuation. If it is a normal probability state after the big hit game is completed, it may be notified as a normal "time saving state", or it may be set to an effect mode in which it is difficult to determine whether it is a normal probability state or a probabilistic and time saving state.

The present invention is not limited to the first and second embodiments described above, and it goes without saying that the present invention can be variously implemented without departing from the gist of the present invention. For example, in the first and second embodiments described above, the opening time of the first special figure start port 23 by the ordinary electric accessory in the time saving state is set to one type of time, but the present invention is not limited to this. , A plurality of types of opening times of the first special drawing start port 23 in a time saving state may be provided.
Further, the present invention is an enclosed game machine that collects the fired game balls inside the game machine, fires them again by the launching device, and manages the number of balls held by the player as data using a storage medium such as an IC card. May be applied to.

1: Pachinko machine, 2: Game board, 23: 1st special figure start port (1st start port), 24: 2nd special figure start port (2nd start port), 25: 1st big prize opening, 26: 2nd prize opening, 28A: 1st special symbol display device, 28B: 2nd special symbol display device, 40: main control device (1st hit / fail judgment means, 2nd hit / fail judgment means, variable table setting means, special game control Means, counting means, number of fluctuation determination means), 42: Sub-integrated control device (effect mode setting means), 46: effect symbol display device, L: left-handed game area (first game area), R: right-handed game Area (second game area)

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The first game area where the game ball flows down when the game ball is launched with the first firing intensity, and
A second game area in which the game ball flows down when the game ball is launched with a second firing intensity stronger than the first firing intensity, and
The first starting port arranged in the first gaming area and
A second starting port arranged in the second gaming area and
The first hit / fail determination means for performing the first hit / miss determination due to the entry of the game ball into the first start port, and
A first special symbol display device that displays the first special symbol in a variable manner according to the first hit / fail judgment, and later confirms and displays the first special symbol to notify the result of the hit / fail judgment.
A second hit / fail determination means for performing a second hit / fail determination due to the entry of the game ball into the second start port, and
A second special symbol display device that displays the second special symbol in a variable manner in accordance with the second hit / fail judgment, and later confirms and displays the second special symbol to notify the result of the hit / fail judgment.
To select a plurality of fluctuation tables having different average fluctuation times, and to select the fluctuation time of the first special symbol that fluctuates according to the first hit / fail judgment and the fluctuation time of the second special symbol that fluctuates according to the second hit / fail judgment. Variable table setting means for setting the variable table of
A special game control means for performing a special game advantageous for obtaining a prize ball according to the result of the first hit / fail judgment or the result of the second hit / miss judgment is provided.
In a ball game machine capable of simultaneous fluctuation of a first special symbol that fluctuates according to the first hit / fail judgment and a second special symbol that fluctuates according to the second hit / fail judgment.
An effect symbol display device capable of performing a pseudo effect display corresponding to either the first special symbol or the second special symbol according to the game situation , and
A counting means for counting the number of fluctuations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol in a specific gaming state in which a predetermined number of hit / fail judgments is given as an upper limit .
A fluctuation number determination means for determining whether or not the number of fluctuations counted by the counting means has reached the predetermined number of hit / fail determinations is provided.
In the variation table setting means, the variation number of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is determined by the variation number determination means as the predetermined number of hit / fail determinations , and the pseudo effect display corresponds to the special. In the case of fluctuation of a symbol, the fluctuation table for selecting the fluctuation time of the special symbol is set to a specific fluctuation table having an average fluctuation time different from the fluctuation table before reaching the predetermined number of hit / fail judgments. A ball game machine characterized in that when it is changed and the specific variation table is selected, a special effect for notifying the game state after the end of the specific game state is executed . In the ball game machine according to claim 1,
It is equipped with a plurality of production modes with different production contents, and is equipped with an effect mode setting means for setting an effect mode of a pseudo effect display according to the fluctuation of the first special symbol or the second special symbol.
The effect mode setting means sets a special effect mode according to the specific variation table when the variation table is changed to the specific variation table by the variation table setting means at the variation of the specific variation number. A ball game machine characterized by that.

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