JP6856034B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a game machine.

Some game machines such as pachinko machines include a game board in which a game area is formed, and a game ball launching means for launching a game ball into the game area based on a launch operation by the player. When the game ball launched from the game ball launching means enters the ball entry portion provided in the game area, a privilege such as paying out a predetermined number of game balls is given to the player (see, for example, Patent Document 1). ).

JP-A-2002-78904

In the above-mentioned type of gaming machine, there is still room for improvement in its configuration in order to improve the degree of attention to the game.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-exemplified circumstances and the like, and an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine capable of suitably improving the degree of attention to the game.

The present invention
The game board where the game area is formed and
A game ball launching means for launching a game ball into the game area based on the player's launch operation, and
Special information acquisition means for acquiring special information when a ball enters the starting ball entry portion provided in the game area, and
An acquisition information storage means capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and an acquisition information storage means.
A determination means for sequentially determining whether or not the special information stored in the acquired information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information.
A pattern display means having a display unit and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit,
A stop result corresponding to the result of the determination by starting the variable display of the pattern in the pattern display means prior to the determination by the determination means or based on the determination made by the determination means. Is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game time, and the pattern of each game time is variablely displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. The game time control means for controlling the pattern display means and
The determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, and the gaming state is changed from the predetermined gaming state to the player based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. and special game state transition means for shifting to an advantageous special game state,
A switching means for switching between a receiving state in which the game ball can enter the starting ball and a non-accepting state in which the game ball is more difficult to enter than the accepted state.
A switching control means for controlling the switching means and a switching control means are provided.
As the switching control mode of the switching means by the switching control means, a first switching mode and a second switching mode in which the non-accepting state is shorter than the first switching mode are provided.
As the determination mode in which the determination is performed by the determination means, the high probability mode in which the probability of the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information is relatively high and the probability of the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information are relative. Has a low probability mode and
As the predetermined gaming state, the first predetermined gaming state corresponding to the first switching mode and the low probability mode, the second predetermined gaming state corresponding to the second switching mode and the high probability mode, and the first switching. A third predetermined gaming state corresponding to the mode and the high probability mode and a fourth predetermined gaming state corresponding to the second switching mode and the low probability mode are provided.
It is arranged in a predetermined flow path in the game area, and is switched between an acceptance state in which a game ball flowing down the predetermined flow path can enter and a non-acceptance state in which it is more difficult for the game ball to enter than the acceptance state. With possible special entry clubs,
With a payout means for paying out a game ball based on the entry into the special entry section and the start entry section.
With
When the special gaming state transition means shifts to the special gaming state, the special entry portion is configured to switch to the acceptance state.
When the game shifts to the third predetermined gaming state, the game ball goes to the predetermined flow path per unit period as compared with the case where the transition to the second predetermined gaming state and the transition to the fourth predetermined gaming state. It is configured so that the ratio of the number of game balls paid out to the number of shots when is fired is large.
The predetermined determination information includes the first determination information and the second determination information.
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the first determination result corresponding to the first determination information or the second determination result corresponding to the second determination information in the first predetermined gaming state, the special gaming state A second predetermined game state transition means for shifting the game state to the second predetermined game state upon termination, and
If the determination unit according to the determination result that will be migrated to the result the second predetermined gaming state to the first determination result and become the second predetermined gaming state transition means, the upper limit of the number of games in the second predetermined gaming state When one upper limit is set and the determination result by the determination means becomes the second determination result and the second predetermined gaming state transition means shifts to the second predetermined gaming state, the number of games in the second predetermined gaming state An upper limit setting means for setting a second upper limit that is larger than the first upper limit as the upper limit of
If the first upper limit is set as the upper limit by the upper limit setting means, said second predetermined gaming state a game state based on the number of games in the second predetermined gaming state reaches the first upper limit is shifted to the third predetermined game state from when said front Stories second upper limit is set as the upper limit by the upper limit setting means, the game number in the second predetermined gaming state reaches the second upper limit A third predetermined game state transition means for shifting the game state from the second predetermined game state to the third predetermined game state based on the above.
When the condition for shifting to the fourth predetermined gaming state is satisfied, the fourth predetermined gaming state transition means for shifting the gaming state to the fourth predetermined gaming state with the end of the special gaming state, and
With the first predetermined gaming state transition means for shifting the gaming state from the fourth predetermined gaming state to the first predetermined gaming state based on the number of games in the fourth predetermined gaming state reaching the predetermined number of times.
With
The upper limit setting means is characterized in that at least one of the first upper limit and the second upper limit is configured to be equal to or less than the specified number of times .

According to the present invention, the degree of attention to the game can be suitably improved.

It is a perspective view which shows the pachinko machine in one Embodiment. It is a perspective view which shows the main configuration of a pachinko machine in an unfolded manner. It is a perspective view which shows the main configuration of a pachinko machine in an unfolded manner. (A) is a front view showing the configuration of a game board, and (b) is a front view of a main display unit. It is a front view of the upper variable winning device. It is a front view of the ball entry unit. It is a front perspective view of (a) right side actuating ball entry part, and (b) is schematic diagram which shows the passage structure which concerns on right side actuating ball entry part. It is a schematic diagram which shows the relationship between the passage length and the time required for passage. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure of a pachinko machine. It is a schematic diagram for demonstrating the contents of various counters used for a winning / failing lottery. It is a schematic diagram which shows the hit / fail table for the lower working opening. It is the schematic which shows the right-and-empty table for the right actuation opening. It is a schematic diagram which shows (a) the distribution table for the lower operation port, and (b) is the schematic diagram which shows the distribution table for the right operation port. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interrupt processing executed by MPU of a main control unit. It is a flowchart which shows the normal process which is executed in MPU of a main control unit. It is a flowchart which shows the game time control process. It is a flowchart which shows the control process for a lower operation port. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation start processing for a lower operation port. It is a flowchart which shows the control process for a right actuation opening. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation start processing for a right actuation opening. It is a flowchart which shows the game state transition process. It is a flowchart which shows the opening and closing process of a big winning opening. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st opening / closing process. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd opening / closing process. It is a flowchart which shows the transition process at the end of the opening / closing execution mode. It is a flowchart which shows the process for electric service support. It is the schematic which compared the variable display time and the fixed display time for each support mode. It is a flowchart which shows the electric service opening / closing process. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation display time setting process for a lower operation port. It is a flowchart which shows the variation display time setting process for a right actuation opening. It is the schematic which shows the difference of the variable display time and the fixed display time for each game state. It is a schematic diagram which shows the relationship between the type of a jackpot result and the number of times of continuation of a high frequency support mode. It is a block diagram which shows the relationship of each game state. It is the schematic which exemplifies the movement of the game ball in the 2nd normal game state and the 4th normal game state. It is the schematic which exemplifies the movement of the game ball in the 3rd normal game state. It is the schematic which exemplifies the movement of the game ball in the 3rd normal game state. It is a timing chart which shows the increase / decrease of the possession ball with the progress of a game.

Hereinafter, an embodiment of a pachinko gaming machine (hereinafter, referred to as “pachinko machine”), which is a type of gaming machine, will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the pachinko machine 10 as viewed from the front side, and FIGS. 2 and 3 are perspective views showing the main configurations of the pachinko machine 10 in an unfolded manner. In FIG. 2, for convenience, the configuration in the gaming area PE of the pachinko machine 10 is omitted.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 10 has an outer frame 11 forming an outer shell of the pachinko machine 10 and a game machine main portion 12 attached to the outer frame 11.

The outer frame 11 is formed by connecting plate members on all four sides and has a rectangular frame shape. By attaching and fixing the outer frame 11 to the island equipment, the pachinko machine 10 is installed in the game hall. The outer frame 11 is not an indispensable configuration in the pachinko machine 10, and the outer frame 11 may be provided in the island equipment of the amusement park.

The game machine main portion 12 is supported by an outer frame 11 in a state where it can be opened and closed. Specifically, the upper support metal fitting 17 is fixed to the connecting portion between the upper frame portion and the left frame portion in the outer frame 11, and further below to the connecting portion between the lower frame portion and the left frame portion in the outer frame 11. A side support metal fitting 18 is provided. A support mechanism is composed of the upper support metal fittings 17 and the lower support metal fittings 18, and the support mechanism causes the game machine main portion 12 to rotate on the left side of the pachinko machine 10 with respect to the outer frame 11. , The right side is the rotation tip side, and the pachinko machine 10 can be rotated forward (see FIGS. 2 and 3).

As shown in FIG. 2, the game machine main portion 12 includes an inner frame 13 as a base body, a front door frame 14 arranged in front of the inner frame 13, and a back pack arranged behind the inner frame 13. It is equipped with a unit 15. The inner frame 13 of the game machine main portion 12 is rotatably supported with respect to the outer frame 11. Specifically, the inner frame 13 can rotate forward with the left side as the rotation base end side and the right side as the rotation tip side in front view.

The front door frame 14 is rotatably supported by the inner frame 13, and is rotatable forward with the left side as the rotation base end side and the right side as the rotation tip side in front view. Further, the back pack unit 15 is rotatably supported on the inner frame 13, and can be rotated rearward with the left side as the rotation base end side and the right side as the rotation tip side when viewed from the front. (See FIG. 3).

(Front door frame 14)
Next, the front door frame 14 will be described. As shown in FIG. 2, the front door frame 14 is mainly composed of a synthetic resin frame body 20 having an outer shape substantially the same as that of the outer frame 11, and covers almost the entire front surface of the inner frame 13. There is. A substantially elliptical window portion 21 is formed in the central portion of the frame body 20 so that almost the entire area of the game area PE, which will be described later, can be visually recognized from the front, and the window portion 21 is the same by the glass unit 22. It is closed from the back side of the front door frame 14.

The glass unit 22 includes a plurality of transparent glass panels 23 and a glass holder for holding the glass panels 23. The glass holder is formed with a partition portion for partitioning the holding region of the glass panel 23 back and forth, and both glass panels 23 face each other in the front and rear with the partition portion interposed therebetween. That is, by securing a predetermined gap between the two glass panels 23, the gaming area PE is doubly covered from the front side of the pachinko machine 10 by the glass panels 23 while avoiding interference between the glass panels 23. It is in a state.

It is not always necessary to unitize both glass panels 23 by using a glass holder, and each glass panel 23 may be individually attached to the frame body 20. Further, the number of glass panels is arbitrary, and may be one or three or more. However, from the viewpoint of improving safety and crime prevention, it is preferable to employ a plurality of glass panels and to face each of these glass panels in the front-rear direction with a predetermined gap in between. Incidentally, it is also possible to use a transparent synthetic resin panel member instead of the glass panel.

As shown in FIG. 1, light emitting means such as various lamps are provided around the glass unit 22 (specifically, the window portion 21). For example, an annular illumination portion 26 having a built-in light emitting means such as an LED is provided along the peripheral edge of the window portion 21. The annular illumination unit 26 is lit or blinked according to a change in the gaming state at the time of a big hit or a predetermined reach. In addition, an error display lamp unit 27 that lights up at the time of a predetermined error is provided at the center of the annular illumination unit 26 and at the top of the pachinko machine 10, and a prize that lights up during the payout of the prize ball is provided on the left and right sides thereof. A ball lamp portion 28 is provided. Further, a speaker unit 29 for outputting a sound effect or the like according to the game state is provided at a position close to the left and right prize ball lamp units 28.

Below the window portion 21 in the front door frame 14 (frame body 20), an upper bulging portion 31 bulging toward the front side and a lower bulging portion 32 are vertically arranged side by side. An upper plate 33 that opens upward is provided inside the upper bulging portion 31, and a lower plate 34 that also opens upward is provided inside the lower bulging portion 32. The upper plate 33 has a function of temporarily storing the game balls paid out from the payout device described later and guiding them to the game ball launching mechanism side described later while arranging them in a row. Further, the lower plate 34 has a function of storing excess game balls in the upper plate 33.

A game ball launch handle 41 is provided on the right side of the lower bulging portion 32 so as to project toward the front side. By operating the game ball launch handle 41, the game ball is launched from the game ball launch mechanism described later.

As shown in FIG. 2, a passage forming unit 45 is attached to the back surface of the front door frame 14. The passage forming unit 45 is formed of synthetic resin and has a front door side upper plate passage leading to the upper plate 33 and a front door side lower plate passage leading to the lower plate 34. In the passage forming unit 45, a receiving portion that protrudes rearward and is opened upward is formed in the upper corner portion thereof, and the entrance portion of the upper plate passage on the front door side is formed by partitioning the receiving portion to the left and right by a partition wall. A section is formed between the portion and the entrance portion of the lower plate passage on the front door side. The game ball that has entered the front door side upper plate passage is guided to the upper plate 33, and the game ball that has entered the front door side lower plate passage is guided to the lower plate 34.

On the rotation base end side on the back surface of the front door frame 14, protrusion shafts are provided at the upper end portion and the lower end portion thereof. These protrusion shafts form an assembly mechanism for the inner frame 13. Further, as shown in FIG. 2, a plurality of hook metal fittings 49 extending rearward are arranged side by side in the vertical direction on the rotation tip side on the back surface of the front door frame 14. These hook metal fittings 49 form a locking mechanism for the inner frame 13.

(Inner frame 13)
Next, the inner frame 13 will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 2 and 3. The inner frame 13 is mainly composed of a resin base 50 having a substantially rectangular outer shape like the outer frame 11. The height dimension of the resin base 50 is set to be slightly smaller than the height dimension of the outer frame 11. Further, the resin base 50 is arranged close to the upper frame portion of the outer frame 11, and a slight gap is formed between the lower frame portion of the outer frame 11 and the resin base 50. A curtain plate is attached to the outer frame 11 so as to close this gap. The curtain plate is arranged below the resin base 50 (specifically, the lower end thereof), and the resin base 50 is placed on the curtain plate when the inner frame 13 is closed with respect to the outer frame 11. ..

Support metal fittings 51 and 52 are attached to the upper end and the lower end of the rotation base end side of the front surface of the resin base 50. Shaft holes are formed in the support metal fittings 51 and 52, and the front door frame 14 is rotatably supported with respect to the inner frame 13 by inserting the protruding shaft of the front door frame 14 into the shaft holes. ing.

An insertion hole for inserting a hook metal fitting 49 provided on the back surface of the front door frame 14 is provided on the rotation tip side of the front surface of the resin base 50. As shown in FIG. 3, the pachinko machine 10 has a configuration in which a locking device 55 for locking the inner frame 13 and the front door frame 14 is hidden behind the inner frame 13. Therefore, when the hook metal fitting 49 is locked to the locking device 55 (specifically, the front door hook receiving member) through the insertion hole, the front door frame 14 is locked to the inner frame 13 in an unopenable manner. Further, the locking device 55 has an inner frame hook member 57 extending rearward of the inner frame 13. When these inner frame hook members 57 are hooked on the hook receiving member 19 of the outer frame 11, the game machine main portion 12 is locked in a closed state with respect to the outer frame 11.

A cylinder lock 58 for unlocking the locking device 55 is installed in the lower right corner of the resin base 50. The cylinder lock 58 is integrated with the locking device 55, and when the key inserted into the keyhole of the cylinder lock 58 is turned to the right, the lock of the front door frame 14 with respect to the inner frame 13 is released and the cylinder lock 58 is inserted into the keyhole of the cylinder lock 58. The locking device 55 is configured so that the inner frame 13 is unlocked with respect to the outer frame 11 when the key is turned counterclockwise.

A substantially elliptical window hole 54 is formed in the central portion of the resin base 50, and the window hole 54 is closed from the rear by a game board 60 mounted on the resin base 50. The game board 60 has a wooden plywood and a sheet material covering the front side plate surface of the plywood, and the front surface thereof is exposed to the front side of the resin base 50 through the window hole 54. A game area PE on which the game ball flows down is formed on the exposed portion, that is, on the front surface of the game board 60. The game board 60 is not limited to wood, and may be made of synthetic resin.

Hereinafter, the game board 60 (particularly various configurations arranged in the game area PE) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a front view of the game board 60.

(Game board 60)
The game board 60 is formed with a plurality of large and small openings penetrating in the thickness direction (front-back direction) of the game board 60. A general winning opening 61, an operating ball entry portion 62, 63, a variable winning device 64, 65, a through gate 66, a variable display unit 67, and the like are arranged in each opening. When a ball enters a ball entry section such as a general winning opening 61, an actuating ball entry section 62, 63, or a variable winning device 64, 65, it is detected by a detection sensor, and a predetermined number of prizes are awarded based on the detection result. Benefits such as paying out balls are given to the player.

Specifically, when a ball enters the general winning opening 61, 10 game balls are paid out, and when a ball enters the lower actuating entry portion 62, 4 balls are paid out. When the payout of the game ball is executed and the ball enters the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63, one game ball is paid out, and when the ball enters the upper variable winning device 64, the ball is paid out. The payout of 14 game balls is executed, and when a ball is entered into the lower variable winning device 65, the payout of 10 game balls is executed.

An out port 68 is provided at the lowermost portion of the game board 60, and game balls that have not entered the various entry sections are discharged from the game area PE through the out port 68. Here, the entry ball means that the game ball passes through the predetermined opening portion, and the game ball has passed through the opening portion as well as the mode in which the game ball is discharged from the game area PE after passing through the opening portion. A mode in which the ball is not discharged from the game area PE later is also included. In the following description, in order to clearly distinguish from the entry of the game ball into the out opening 68, the entry into the general winning opening 61, the operating entry section 62, 63, the variable winning device 64, 65, and the through gate 66. Is also expressed as a prize.

Further, in the game board 60, a large number of nails 69 are planted in order to appropriately disperse and adjust the flow path of the game ball, and various members (accessories) such as a windmill are arranged. Depending on the various configurations of the nail 69, the windmill, and the like, the flow path of the game ball is differentiated, and the above-mentioned general winning opening 61 and the like are adjusted so as to generate a prize with an appropriate probability.

The variable display unit 67 is arranged in the center of the game board 60, and the actuating ball entry portions 62, 63 and the like are arranged around the variable display unit 67. The actuated ball entry portions 62 and 63 are large in the lower actuated ball entry portion 62 arranged below the variable display unit 67 and the right actuate ball entry portion 63 arranged on the right side of the variable display unit 67. In particular, the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 is provided with an electric accessory 71 as an opening / closing type ball entry assisting device (ball entry assisting means) or an opening / closing member (opening / closing means). The electric accessory 71 includes a shutter and a solenoid-type drive unit that drives the shutter, and the position of the shutter is changed by the drive unit, so that the right-side actuating ball entry portion 63 (right actuating port 63a) It is possible to switch between an open state (accepted state) in which the ball can be entered into the ball and a closed state (non-accepted state) in which the ball cannot be entered. The electric accessory 71 attached to the right-side actuating ball entry portion 63 may be switched between a state in which the ball can be easily entered into the right-actuating opening 63a and a state in which the ball is more difficult to enter.

The through gate 66 is arranged at a position on the game area PE (detailed on the right route described later) on the upstream side of the right-handed ball entry portion 63, specifically on the side (right side) of the variable display unit 67. There is. The through gate 66 allows the game ball to pass in the vertical direction, and the game ball winning the through gate 66 flows down to the downstream side in the game area PE without being discharged from the game area PE. There is. When a lottery triggered by the passage of the through gate 66 of the game ball is won, the electric accessory 71 is switched from the closed state to the open state for a predetermined time.

The upper variable winning device 64 is arranged at a position between the through gate 66 and the right-handed ball entry portion 63 on the right route. The upper variable winning device 64 is provided with an opening / closing mechanism as an opening / closing means for opening / closing the upper winning opening, in which a plurality of game balls can be entered at the same time. The opening / closing mechanism includes a shutter as an opening / closing member for a large winning opening. The shutter can be switched between an open state (auxiliary state or accepting state) that allows or facilitates the entry of a game ball, and a closed state (non-assisted or non-accepting state) that makes it impossible or difficult to enter the game ball. It has become. In addition, the shutter is connected to a variable winning drive unit (more specifically, a solenoid), and the shutter is maintained in the closed state in the normal state, and in the above internal lottery, the opening / closing execution mode (special game state or opening / closing execution state) is entered. It is possible to switch to the open state when the transition result of.

The lower variable winning device 65 is arranged at a position on the right route on the downstream side of the right-handed ball entry portion 63. The lower variable winning device 65 is formed with a lower large winning opening capable of simultaneously entering a plurality of game balls, and is provided with an opening / closing mechanism as an opening / closing means for opening / closing the lower large winning opening. The opening / closing mechanism includes a shutter as an opening / closing member for a large winning opening. The shutter can be switched between an open state (accepted state) in which the game ball can be entered and a closed state (non-accepted state) in which the same ball cannot be entered. In addition, the shutter is connected to a variable winning drive unit (more specifically, a solenoid), and the shutter is maintained in the closed state in the normal state, and in the above internal lottery, the opening / closing execution mode (special game state or opening / closing execution state) is entered. It is possible to switch to the open state when the transition result of.

Here, the open / close execution mode is a mode that shifts to a big hit or a special hit. As an opening mode of the variable winning device 65 in the opening / closing execution mode, for example, a predetermined period (30 sec or 0.8 sec in the present embodiment) of a predetermined period or a predetermined number (9 in the present embodiment) of winning is 1. As the rounds, the shutter is set to be released up to a predetermined number of rounds (1, 2, 6, 8, 16 rounds in the present embodiment) as the upper limit.

Next, the variable display unit 67 will be described. The variable display unit 67 has a symbol display device 75 that variably displays (variably displays) the symbols triggered by winning a prize in the actuated ball entry units 62 and 63.

The symbol display device 75 is configured as a liquid crystal display device provided with a liquid crystal display, and the display content on the display screen 75a is controlled by a display control device described later. On the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75, for example, symbols are displayed side by side on the left, middle, and right, and these symbols are variably displayed so as to be scrolled in the vertical direction. Then, in the case of a big hit or a special hit, a predetermined combination of symbols is stopped and displayed on the preset effective line, and the mode shifts to the opening / closing execution mode. The symbol display device 75 does not necessarily have to be a liquid crystal display device, and may be a dot matrix or a 7-segment type display device.

Further, in the variable display unit 67, a center frame 76 is arranged so as to surround the symbol display device 75. The center frame 76 is fixed to the game board 60 from the front side thereof, and in such a fixed state, the center frame 76 and the glass unit 22 stand up from the front side of the game board 60. The gap between the two and the ball is configured to be smaller than the diameter of the game ball. As a result, the game ball flowing down the game area PE is prevented from colliding with the symbol display device 75, and the flow path of the game ball flowing down the game area PE is on the right side of the variable display unit 67 (specifically, the center frame 76). It is roughly divided into the above right route that detours from the left side and the left route that detours from the left side.

The above-mentioned right-side actuating ball entry unit 63, variable winning devices 64, 65, and through gate 66 are arranged on the right route, and for game balls flowing down the left route, the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63, variable winning part Winning of devices 64, 65 and through gate 66 is avoided. On the other hand, the lower actuating ball entry portion 62 is arranged on the left route, and the game ball flowing down the right route is prevented from winning the lower actuating ball entry section 62. The player can advance the game advantageously by selecting the launch destination of the game ball (the flow path of the game ball) from the right route / the left route according to the game situation.

A main display unit 81 is arranged on a protective member for the guide rail 100 arranged outside the game area PE. The front surface of the main display unit 81 faces the glass unit 22 (specifically, the glass panel 23 on the rear side) that makes the game area PE visible from the front of the pachinko machine 10. A main display unit D for displaying a predetermined pattern or the like is provided. The main display unit 81 is electrically connected to a main control device described later, and the display content of the main display unit D is controlled by the main control device.

The main display unit D includes a display unit DL for the lower operating port that displays the lottery result based on winning a prize in the lower operating ball entry unit 62 (lower operating port 62a), and a right operating ball entry unit 63 (right operating port 63a). ) Is provided with a display unit DR for the right operating port that displays the result of the lottery performed based on the winning.

In the display unit DL for the lower operating port, a variation display of the pattern is performed triggered by winning a prize in the lower operating ball entry unit 62 (lower operating port 62a), and as a result of stopping the variation display, the lower operating ball entry unit 62. The result of the internal lottery based on the winning of 62 is specified. If the result of the internal lottery based on the winning of the lower operating ball entry unit 62 is the winning result corresponding to the transition to the open / close execution mode, the variable display is stopped on the display unit DL for the lower operating port. After the predetermined pattern is displayed as the stop result, the mode shifts to the open / close execution mode.

In the display unit DR for the right operating port, a variation display of the pattern is performed triggered by winning a prize in the right operating ball entry unit 63, and as a result of stopping the variation display, the right operating ball entry unit 63 (right operating port 63a) is displayed. The result of the internal lottery based on the winning prize will be specified. If the result of the internal lottery based on the winning of the right-handed ball entry unit 63 is a winning result corresponding to a big hit or a special hit, the variable display is stopped on the display unit DR for the right-handed opening, and as a stop result. After the predetermined pattern is displayed, the mode shifts to the opening / closing execution mode according to the result.

Here, based on the winning of any of the operating ball entry units 62 and 63, the variation display is started on the corresponding operation port display units DL and DR, a predetermined stop result is displayed, and the above variation display is stopped. Until it is played, it corresponds to one game. However, one game round is not limited to the above contents, and for example, a single display area is provided, and even if any of the actuated ball entry portions 62 and 63 is awarded, the single display area is provided. In a configuration in which variable display is performed in one display area, the variable display is started in the single display area, and the game is played until the variable display is stopped while displaying a predetermined stop result. Once.

The main display unit D of the main display unit 81 is provided with a hold number display unit SL for the lower operation port and a hold number display unit SR for the right operation port. The lower operating port hold number display unit SL corresponds to the lower operating port 62a, and the number of times the game ball wins the lower operating port 62a is held up to 4 times by lighting the lower operating port hold number display unit SL. The number of holds is displayed. The right operating port hold number display unit SR corresponds to the right operating port 63a, and the number of times the game ball wins the right operating port 63a is held up to 4 times, and the right operating port hold number display unit SR lights up. The number of holds is displayed by.

In addition to the various display units, the main display unit 81 of the main display unit 81 is provided with a through gate display unit DS that displays lottery results based on winning a prize in the through gate 66. In the through gate display unit DS, the variation display of the pattern is performed triggered by the winning of the through gate 66, and as a result of stopping the variation display, the result of the internal lottery performed based on the winning of the through gate 66 is obtained. Be specified. If the result of the internal lottery based on the winning of the through gate 66 is the winning result corresponding to the transition to the electric service open state, the predetermined stop result is displayed on the through gate display unit DS and the variable display is displayed. After being stopped, the state shifts to the electric service open state. In the electric service open state, the electric accessory 71 attached to the right-side actuating ball entry portion 63 is opened in a predetermined manner.

Further, in the present embodiment, the number of times the game ball has passed through the through gate 66 is held up to 4 times, but the number of times held is displayed on the main display unit D of the main display unit 81. A through gate holding number display unit SS is provided.

Explaining the configuration of the inner frame 13 again with reference to FIG. 2, the game ball is directed toward the game area PE based on the operation of the game ball launch handle 41 below the mounting area of the game board 60 in the resin base 50. A game ball launching mechanism 110 for firing is provided. The game ball launch mechanism 110 includes a solenoid 111 that launches a game ball arranged at a predetermined launch standby position, a launch rail 112 that defines a launch direction of the game ball launched by the solenoid 111, and a game at the launch standby position. A ball feeding device 113 for supplying balls and a base plate 114 on which these various configurations 111 to 113 are mounted are provided as a main configuration, and the base plate 114 is fixed to the resin base 50 to be attached to the resin base 50. On the other hand, it is integrated.

The launch rail 112 is fixed to the base plate 114 in a state of being inclined obliquely so as to be inclined upward toward the game board 60 side. At a position closer to the downstream end (that is, the lower end) of the launch rail 112, a ball stopper that holds the game ball supplied from the ball feeding device 113 to the launch standby position described above is arranged. The solenoid 111 is arranged at a position further downstream from the ball stopper.

The solenoid 111 is electrically connected to a power supply / emission control device described later. The output shaft of the solenoid 111 reciprocates in the expansion and contraction direction based on the output of the electric signal from the power supply / launch control device, so that the game ball placed in the launch standby position is on the game board 60 side, in detail, the game. It is launched toward the guide rail 100 mounted on the board 60.

In the guide rail 100, the game area PE is divided into sections so that the outer shape of the game area PE is substantially circular. Further, the guide rail 100 is composed of an inner rail 101 and an outer rail 102 arranged so as to face each other with a gap slightly larger than the diameter of the game ball, and the guide passage 103 is divided by both rails 101 and 102. It is formed. The guidance passage 103 has an entrance portion opened to the tip end side (obliquely downward) of the launch rail 112 and an exit portion located above the game area PE. The game ball launched based on the operation of the solenoid 111 is guided to the game area PE by moving in the order of the launch rail 112 → the guidance rail 100 (entrance portion → exit portion). By adjusting the amount of operation of the game ball launch handle 41, the game ball can be divided into an area on the left side of the variable display unit 67 in the game area PE and an area on the right side of the variable display unit 67 in the same game area PE. It is possible.

In the game board 60, a reversion prevention member 106 for preventing the reversal of the game ball that has reached the game area PE into the guidance passage 103 is attached to the front side of the exit portion, specifically, near the tip of the inner rail 101. This prevents the game ball that has reached the game area PE first from hindering the subsequent launch of the game ball.

The guide rail 100 (see FIG. 4) and the launch rail 112 are arranged so that the entrance portion of the guide rail 100 and the tip portion of the launch rail 112 diagonally face each other with the lower end edge of the game board 60 interposed therebetween. That is, both of the rails 100 and 112 are arranged so that the entrance portion of the guidance rail 100 and the tip portion of the launch rail 112 are displaced to the left and right near the lower end edge of the game board 60. As a result, both rails 100 and 112 are brought closer to the lower end edge of the game board 60, and a gap of a predetermined interval is formed between the inlet portion of the guide rail 100 and the launch rail 112.

A foul ball passage 46 is arranged below the gap formed in this way. The foul ball passage 46 is integrally molded with the passage forming unit 45 of the front door frame 14. If the game ball launched from the game ball launching mechanism 110 does not reach the game area PE and returns in the guidance passage 103 as a foul ball, the foul ball enters the foul ball passage 46 through the gap. It becomes. The foul ball passage 46 leads to the lower plate passage on the front door side, and the game ball that has entered the foul ball passage 46 is discharged to the lower plate 34 shown in FIG. As a result, the interference between the foul ball and the game ball to be launched next is suppressed.

In the resin base 50, a through hole is formed on the left side of the launch rail 112 (specifically, the side supporting the front door frame 14) through the resin base 50 in the front-rear direction, and a passage forming member is formed in this through hole. 121 is arranged. The passage forming member 121 is screwed to the resin base 50 and has an upper plate passage on the main body side and a lower plate passage on the main body side. The upstream side of the main body side upper plate passage and the main body side lower plate passage leads to a game ball distribution section described later. Further, the receiving portion of the passage forming unit 45 attached to the front door frame 14 is inserted below the passage forming member 121, and the front door side upper plate passage is arranged below the main body side upper plate passage. The front door side upper plate passage is arranged below the main body side lower plate passage.

In the resin base 50, below the passage forming member 121, an opening / closing member 124 for opening and closing the main body side upper plate passage and the main body side lower plate passage is attached. The opening / closing member 124 is rotatably supported in the front-rear direction by a support shaft provided at the lower end thereof, and an urging member that urges the front position to close the upper plate passage on the main body side and the lower plate passage on the main body side. It is provided. Therefore, when the front door frame 14 is opened with respect to the inner frame 13, the opening / closing member 124 rises as shown in the drawing and closes the main body side upper plate passage and the main body side lower plate passage. As a result, when the front door frame 14 is opened while the game balls are stored in the upper plate passage on the main body side or the lower plate passage on the main body side, the inconvenience that the stored balls are spilled can be prevented. On the other hand, when the front door frame 14 is closed, the opening / closing member 124 is pushed open against the urging force by the receiving portion provided in the passage forming unit 45 of the front door frame 14. In this state, the main body side upper plate passage and the front door side upper plate passage communicate with each other, and the main body side lower plate passage and the front door side lower plate passage communicate with each other.

Next, the back configuration of the inner frame 13 (resin base 50 and game board 60) will be described with reference to FIG.

Bearing metal fittings 132 are arranged vertically on the rotation base end side on the back surface of the resin base 50. Bearing portions are formed on the bearing fitting 132 so as to be separated from each other in the vertical direction, and the back pack unit 15 is rotatably attached to the inner frame 13 by these bearing portions.

A plurality of locking metal fittings 135 are provided on the back surface of the resin base 50, and the game board 60 is attached to the resin base 50 by these locking metal fittings 135 as described above. Here, the configuration of the back surface of the game board 60 will be described.

A display control device is attached to the variable display unit 67 arranged at the center of the game board 60 so as to cover the variable display unit 67 from behind (not shown). A notification / effect control device unit 142 is mounted behind the display control device so as to overlap the display control device. The notification / effect control device unit 142 is configured to include a notification / effect control device 143 and a mounting base 144, and the notification / effect control device 143 is mounted on the mounting base 144.

The notification / effect control device 143 includes a notification / effect control board that controls voice and lamp display and control of the display control device according to instructions from the main control device described later, and the notification / effect control board is made of a transparent resin material. It is configured to be housed in a substrate box 145 made of the above.

On the back surface of the game board 60, as shown in FIG. 3, a set plate 150 is provided below the variable display unit 67. The collecting plate 150 is provided with a game ball collection mechanism for collecting game balls that have won prizes in various winning openings, a detection mechanism for detecting the entry of game balls into various winning openings, and the like.

Explaining the game ball collection mechanism, the collecting plate 150 is provided with collection passages individually corresponding to various ball entry portions such as the general winning opening 61. These collection passages descend from the ball entry portion along the back surface of the game board 60, and define a fall path for the game ball. The collection passages meet near the lower end of the game board 60, and all the game balls that have passed through the entry part such as the general winning opening 61 gather at the lower part of the game board 60 through the collection passage. It becomes. The outlet portion of each collection passage is open downward, and a discharge passage described later is provided on the front side thereof (specifically, below the game board 60). The game balls gathered below the game board 60 by the collection passage are led out to the discharge passage. The out port 68 is also connected to the discharge passage, and the game ball that has not won a prize in any of the winning ports is also led out to the discharge passage through the out port 68.

Explaining the detection mechanism, the collecting plate 150 is provided with detection sensors individually corresponding to various entry portions such as the general winning opening 61. These various detection sensors are arranged in the middle of each collection passage connected to the ball entry portion such as the general winning opening 61, and the game ball is in a state where the drop path of the game ball is defined in the collection passage. Detect passage. More specifically, each detection sensor detects the entry of the ball into the entry opening such as the general winning opening 61 by passing the game ball through the detection area provided in the middle of each collection passage. Specifically, a magnetic sensor that grasps a change in the magnetic field that occurs when the game ball passes through the detection region is adopted.

These various detection sensors are electrically connected to the main control device unit 160 (specifically, the main control device) provided on the back side of the game board 60, and the detection signals in these detection sensors are transmitted to the main control device. Is output. Hereinafter, the main controller unit 160 and its associated configuration will be described.

The main control device unit 160 is mounted on the game board 60 so as to cover the collecting plate 150 from the rear side, and is mounted on the game board 60 by a mounting base 161 made of synthetic resin and a main control device 162 mounted on the mounting base 161. It is configured. The main control device 162 includes a main control board having a function of controlling the main control of the game (main control circuit) and a function of monitoring the power supply (power failure monitoring circuit), and the main control board is made of a transparent resin material. It is configured to be housed in a substrate box 163 made of the above.

The substrate box 163 includes a box base (front case body) having a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape and a box cover (back case body) that covers the opening of the box base. The box base and the box cover are unopenably connected by a sealing portion as a sealing means, whereby the substrate box 163 is sealed. A plurality of sealing portions are provided on the long side portion of the substrate box 163, and at least one of them is used to perform the sealing process.

Any configuration can be applied to the sealing part as long as the box base and the box cover cannot be opened, but by inserting a locking claw into the elongated hole that constitutes the sealing part, the box base and the box cover can be separated. It is designed to be combined so that it cannot be opened. The sealing process by the sealing part prevents unauthorized opening after the sealing, and makes it possible to detect such a situation early and easily even if the unauthorized opening is performed, and once opened. It is possible to perform the sealing process again later. That is, the sealing process is performed by inserting the locking claw into at least one elongated hole among the plurality of sealing portions. Then, when the board box 163 is opened, such as when a defect occurs in the housed main control board or when the main control board is inspected, the connecting portion between the sealing portion into which the locking claw is inserted and another sealing portion is connected. Disconnect. As a result, the box base of the board box 163 and the box cover are separated, and the main control board inside can be taken out. After that, when the sealing process is performed again, the locking claw is inserted into the elongated hole of the other sealing portion. If the history of opening the board box 163 is left in the board box 163, it can be easily found by looking at the board box 163 that the illegal opening has been performed.

A plurality of bonding pieces are provided on one short side portion of the substrate box 163 so as to project laterally. These bonding pieces have a one-to-one correspondence with a plurality of bonded pieces formed on the mounting base 161, and the bonding pieces and the bonded pieces perform a sealing process between the substrate box 163 and the mounting base 161. Will be.

(Back pack unit 15)
Next, the back pack unit 15 will be described with reference to FIGS. 2 and 3.

As shown in FIG. 2, the inner frame 13 is covered from the rear by the back pack unit 15. The back pack unit 15 includes a back pack 201, and a payout mechanism unit 202, a discharge passage board, and a control device collecting unit 204 are attached to the back pack 201.

The back pack 201 is formed of a transparent synthetic resin, and as shown in FIG. 3, the base portion 211 to which the payout mechanism portion 202 and the like are attached and the protective cover portion 212 protruding rearward of the pachinko machine 10 to form a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape. And have. The protective cover portion 212 has a shape in which the left and right side surfaces and the upper surface are closed and only the lower surface is open, and has a size sufficient to surround at least the variable display unit 67.

The base portion 211 is provided with an external terminal plate 213 on the upper right portion thereof. Various output terminals are provided on the external terminal plate 213, and various signals are output to the management control device on the game hall side through these output terminals. Further, the base portion 211 is provided with a pair of upper and lower hooking pins at the right end portion when viewed from the rear of the pachinko machine 10, and the hooking pins are inserted into a bearing metal fitting 132 (specifically, a bearing portion) provided on the inner frame 13. By allowing the back pack unit 15, the back pack unit 15 is rotatably supported with respect to the inner frame 13. Further, the rotating tip portion of the base portion 211 is provided with a fastener for fastening to the hole to be fastened provided in the inner frame 13, and by fitting the fastener into the hole to be fastened. The back pack unit 15 is fixed to the inner frame 13.

The payout mechanism portion 202 is arranged on the base portion 211 so as to bypass the protective cover portion 212. The payout mechanism unit 202 is provided with a tank 221 arranged at the uppermost part of the back pack 201 and opened upward, and game balls supplied from the island equipment of the game hall are sequentially replenished to the tank 221. To. A tank rail that gently inclines toward the downstream side is connected below the tank 221 and a case rail that extends in the vertical direction is connected to the downstream side of the tank rail. A payout device 222 is provided at the most downstream portion of the case rail. The game balls paid out from the payout device 222 are supplied to the game ball distribution section provided in the base portion 211 of the back pack 201 through the payout passage provided on the downstream side of the payout device 222.

The game ball distribution unit has a function of distributing the game balls paid out from the payout device 222 to any of the upper plate 33, the lower plate 34, or the discharge passage described later, and the inner opening is on the main body side described above. It is formed so as to lead to the upper plate 33 via the upper plate passage and the upper plate passage on the front door side, and the outer opening leads to the lower plate 34 via the lower plate passage on the main body side and the lower plate passage on the front door side. ..

As shown in FIG. 3, a discharge passage board and a control device collective unit 204 are attached to the lower end portion of the base portion 211 so as to sandwich the lower end portion back and forth. The discharge passage board 203 is formed with a discharge passage that is open to the rear on a surface facing the control device assembly unit 204, and the open portion of the discharge passage is closed by the control device assembly unit 204. The discharge passage is formed so as to discharge the game ball to the island equipment of the game hall, etc., and the game ball led out from the above-mentioned collection passage or the like to the discharge passage passes through the discharge passage to the outside of the pachinko machine 10. It is discharged.

The control device collective unit 204 has a horizontally long mounting base, and the payout control device 181 and the power supply / firing control device 191 are mounted on the mounting base. The payout control device 181 and the power supply / launch control device 191 are arranged so as to be stacked in the front-rear direction so that the payout control device 181 is behind the pachinko machine 10.

In the payout control device 181, a payout control board for controlling the payout device 222 is housed in the board box, and a state return switch provided on the payout control board projects out of the board box. For example, when the state return switch is pressed when a payout error occurs, such as a ball jam in the payout device 222, the ball jam can be cleared.

In the power supply / launch control device 191, a power supply / launch control board is housed in a board box, and a predetermined power source required by various control devices and the like is generated and output by the board, and a game ball is launched by a player. The launch of the game ball is controlled according to the operation of the handle 41. Further, the power supply / emission control device 191 is provided with a RAM erasing switch. This pachinko machine 10 has a storage and retention function for various data, so that even if a power failure should occur, the state at the time of the power failure can be maintained, and when recovering from the power failure, the state at the time of the power failure can be restored. It has become. Therefore, if the power is shut off in the normal procedure, for example, when the game hall is closed, the state before the shutoff is stored in memory, but if the power is turned on while pressing the RAM erase switch, the RAM data will be initialized. It has become.

In the present embodiment, the configuration relating to the right-handed ball entry portion 63 and the variable winning devices 64 and 65 arranged on the right route is characteristic. Hereinafter, the various entry portions will be supplementarily described with reference to the schematic views of FIGS. 5 to 8. 5 is a front view of the upper variable winning device 64, FIG. 6 is a front view of the ball entry unit, FIG. 7 (a) is a perspective view of the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 as viewed from the front side, and FIG. 7 (b) is the right side. FIG. 8 is a schematic view showing a passage structure in the actuated ball entry portion 63, and FIG. 8 is a schematic view showing a relationship between the passage length and the required passage time.

(Upper variable winning device 64)
The upper variable winning device 64 includes a housing 310 in which a ball passage 312 through which a game ball passes is formed, and the housing 310 bulges from the front surface of the game board 60 to the front of the game machine. It is attached to the game board 60. The housing 310 is made of a transparent synthetic resin, and a game ball or the like flowing down the ball passage 312 can be visually recognized through the outer shell portion of the housing 310.

In the portion of the housing 310 that bulges toward the front surface of the game board 60, the upper prize opening 311 that constitutes the entrance portion of the ball passage 312 is formed. The upper prize opening 311 faces the middle class part (the part extending up and down) on the right route from the side (right side) of the game machine, and the upper prize opening 311 is the game ball on the right route. The shutter 315 is arranged so as to cover from the flow-down region side (right side).

The shutter 315 is pivotally supported so as to be rotatable parallel to the front surface of the game board 60, and is closed to prevent the inflow of the game ball into the upper prize winning opening 311 by rotating around the shaft support portion. It is configured to be displaced to a position and an open position that allows the inflow of game balls into the upper prize opening 311.

The drive unit (specifically, the solenoid) for the shutter 315 is connected to the main control device 162, and operates based on the drive signal from the main control device 162. The shutter 315 is configured to stand by in a closed position when no drive signal is output from the main control device 162 (non-excited state).

In the state where the shutter 315 is arranged in the open position (open state), about half of the flow area (flow path) in the middle stream portion of the right route is cut off by the shutter 315, and most of the game balls flowing down the right route. It is configured to flow into the upper variable winning device 64 (ball passage 312) through the upper large winning opening 311.

The ball passage 312 branches into a first branch passage 313 and a second branch passage 314 at an intermediate position thereof. A flow path switching member 316 capable of switching the flow destination of the game ball to the first branch passage 313 and the second branch passage 314 is arranged in this branch portion. The drive unit (specifically, the solenoid) for the flow path switching member 316 is connected to the main control device 162, and operates based on the drive signal from the main control device 162. The flow path switching member 316 is configured to stand by at a protruding position protruding into the ball passage 312 in a state where a drive signal is not output from the main control device 162 (non-excited state).

In the state where the flow path switching member 316 is arranged at the protruding position, the entrance portion of the second branch passage 314 is blocked by the flow path switching member 316. In this state, the inflow of the game balls that have reached the branch portion into the second branch passage 314 is avoided, and the game balls flow into the first branch passage 313.

When the drive unit drive signal for the flow path switching member 316 is output from the main control device 162, the flow path switching member 316 moves to a retracted position where the protrusion to the ball passage 312 is avoided, and the second branch passage 314 The entrance is opened. As a result, the inflow destination of the game ball is changed. In this state, the inflow of the game balls that have reached the branch portion into the first branch passage 313 is avoided, and the game balls flow into the second branch passage 314.

Here, the movement of the flow path switching member 316 is predetermined according to the type of jackpot result. Specifically, when a normal jackpot result, which will be described later, is obtained, the flow path switching member 316 moves to the retracted position as the shutter 315 moves from the closed position to the open position, and the flow path switching member 316 moves. Immediately after that, it is specified to return to the protruding position. Specifically, the time required for the flow path switching member 316 to return to the protruding position is shorter than the time required for the game ball flowing into the upper prize winning opening 311 to reach the branch portion. Therefore, in the case of a normal jackpot result, the inflow to the second branch passage 314 is substantially avoided.

On the other hand, when the probability variation jackpot result described later is obtained, the flow path switching member 316 moves to the retracted position as the shutter 315 moves from the closed position to the open position, but the shutter 315 is closed thereafter. It is specified to wait in the protruding position until it returns to the position. Therefore, in the case of a probability variation jackpot result, most of the game balls that have flowed into the upper prize winning opening 311 will flow into the second branch passage 314.

An upstream side detection sensor 317 is arranged in a portion of the ball passage 312 that is upstream of the branch portion, and a portion that is downstream of the branch portion, specifically, the first branch passage 313 and the second. Downstream detection sensors 318 and 319 are arranged in the branch passage 314. The upstream side detection sensor 317 and the downstream side detection sensors 318 and 319 are connected to the main control device 162, and the main control device 162 uses the upper variable winning device 64 based on the detection information (detection signal) from the upstream side detection sensor 317. The presence or absence of a prize is specified, and if a prize is generated, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out. Further, the remaining state of the game ball is monitored based on the detection information (detection signal) from the upstream side detection sensor 317 and the downstream side detection sensors 318 and 319.

In the main control device 162 shown in the present embodiment, the ball enters the second branch passage 314 during the open / close execution mode based on the detection information (detection signal) from the downstream detection sensor 318 attached to the first branch passage 313. When it is specified that the occurrence has occurred, the lottery mode is switched from the low probability mode to the high probability mode after the opening / closing execution mode ends. The details will be described later, but in the high-probability mode, the probability of a jackpot result is higher than in the low-probability mode, and the player can advance the game advantageously. Hereinafter, for convenience of explanation, the second branch passage 314 will be referred to as an "advantageous entry portion 314".

Of the game balls launched to the right route, most of the game balls that have passed through the upper variable winning device 64 head toward the ball entry unit 70 arranged on the downstream side of the upper variable winning device 64 on the right route. Become. The ball entry unit 70 is formed by integrating the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 and the lower variable winning device 65 described above. Hereinafter, the ball entry unit 70 will be described with reference to FIG.

(Entering ball unit 70)
The ball entry unit 70 has a housing 320 in which a ball passage 321 forming a part of the right route (specifically, a downstream area) is formed, and the housing 320 bulges forward from the front surface of the game board 60. It is fixed to the game board 60 in the state. The ball passage 321 extends from the outside (right side) of the game area PE to the center side (left side). The entrance portion 321a of the ball entry unit 70 (ball passage 321) is formed in the upper right portion of the bulging portion of the housing 320 so as to face upward, and the exit portion of the ball entry unit 70 (ball passage 321) is formed in the lower left portion. 321b is formed so as to face left.

The outlet portion 321b is located directly below the lower actuating entry portion 62, and the game ball flowing out from the outlet portion 321b is guided below the lower actuating entry portion 62. As a result, entry of the game ball that has passed through the ball passage 321 into the lower actuating entry portion 62 is avoided.

The housing 320 is made of a transparent synthetic resin, and is configured so that the inside of the housing 320 (for example, a game ball flowing down the ball passage 321) can be visually recognized from the front of the game machine. Incidentally, in order to emphasize the sense of unity between the right-side actuating ball entry portion 63 and the lower variable winning device 65, the housing 320 may be made opaque so that the internal structure is difficult or impossible to see.

The ball passage 321 has a passage width, a passage height, and the like defined so that a plurality of game balls cannot pass through the same place at the same time, and is formed in a crank shape so that a step is generated in the middle position in the passage direction. Specifically, the ball passage 321 is composed of a horizontally long upstream passage portion 322 that constitutes an upstream portion of the ball passage 321 and is inclined downward toward the center side of the game machine, and a downstream portion of the ball passage 321. The horizontally long downstream passage portion 324, which is inclined downward to the center side, is provided so as to have a height difference so that the former is on the upper side and the latter is on the lower side. The 322 and the downstream passage portion 324 are connected by an intermediate passage portion 323 (corresponding to a "communication passage portion") extending in the vertical direction.

The right-side actuating ball entry portion 63 is attached to the upstream side passage portion 322. Specifically, the right operating port 63a of the right operating entry portion 63 is opened upward, and the upstream side passage portion 322 is formed so as to cross above the right operating opening 63a. Regarding the electric accessory 71 attached to the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63, a shutter 331 that can slide back and forth (in the thickness direction of the game board 60) and an electric accessory drive unit 332 (solenoid) for the shutter 331 Must have. The electric accessory drive unit 332 is connected to the main control device 162 and operates based on the drive signal from the main control device 162. In the non-driving state (non-excited state) in which the drive signal is not output from the main control device 162, the shutter 331 is arranged in a closed position covering the right operating port 63a from above, and the drive signal is output to drive the electric accessory. When the unit 332 is in the driving state (excited state), it moves (retracts) to an open position that does not cover the right operating port 63a.

Here, in the state where the shutter 331 is arranged in the closed position, the shutter 331 forms the bottom portion of the upstream passage portion 322, that is, the rolling surface of the game ball. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7A, the housing 320 has an upstream bottom portion 322a forming a bottom portion on the upstream side of the right operating port 63a in the passage direction of the upstream side passage portion 322, and a right operating port 63a. A downstream bottom portion 322b that forms a bottom portion on the downstream side is provided, and a rolling surface of the game ball is formed by the upstream side bottom portion 322a, the downstream side bottom portion 322b, and the shutter 331. In the following description, the region where the flow path is formed (complemented) by the shutter 331 in the upstream passage portion 322, that is, the region where the shutter 331 is sandwiched between the upstream passage portion 322 and confronts the right operating port 63a is defined as "the first". 1 specific region SE1 ”(see FIG. 6).

The game ball that has reached the first specific region SE1 under the condition that the shutter 331 is arranged in the open position and the upstream passage portion 322 (specifically, the rolling surface) is cut off is directed toward the passage of the upstream passage 322. Will be difficult to move and will flow into the right operating port 63a.

In the present embodiment, the first specific region SE1 is devised to decelerate the game ball passing through the first specific region SE1 to increase the chance of winning a prize in the right operating port 63a. Hereinafter, the device will be described with reference to FIG. 7 (b). In addition, in FIG. 6B, the path (flow path) through which the game ball passes is illustrated by using the alternate long and short dash line.

The front wall portion 335 and the rear wall portion 336 that partition the passage of the upstream side passage portion 322 in the housing 320 are provided with ridge portions 335a and 336a that project toward the first specific region SE1 side. .. The ridges 335a and 336a extend vertically so as to be orthogonal to the passage direction of the upstream passage portion 322. In the following description, the ridge portion 335a arranged on the front wall portion 335 is referred to as "front ridge portion 335a", and the ridge portion 336a arranged on the rear wall portion 336 is referred to as "rear ridge portion 336a". ".

The gap dimension D1 between the rear wall portion 336 and the front ridge portion 335a is set to be larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball, and the gap dimension D2 between the front wall portion 335 and the rear ridge portion 336a is also set. It is set to be larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. A plurality (two in the present embodiment) of the front ridge portion 335a are arranged in the passage direction (guidance direction) of the upstream side passage 322 with a gap larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. A plurality of ridges 336a (two in the present embodiment) are arranged in the passage direction (guidance direction) of the upstream passage 322 with a gap larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. By alternately arranging the front ridges 335a and the rear ridges 336a, the flow path of the game ball is devised so as to meander back and forth with respect to the passage direction of the upstream passage 322.

Here, when the amount of protrusion of the front ridge portion 335a, the amount of protrusion of the rear ridge portion 336a, and the diameter dimension D of the game ball are added, the width of the upstream passage 322 is set to be larger than the width of the passage. (D3 <D). As a result, the game ball is prevented from running through the first specific region SE1 so as to avoid a collision with the ridge portions 335a and 336a.

The game ball passing through the upstream passage 322 collides with the ridges 335a and 336a. Due to such a collision, the moving speed of the game ball in the first specific region SE1 decreases (decelerates). That is, the first specific region SE1 of the upstream passage 322 functions as a deceleration section for forcibly decelerating the game ball. By decelerating the game ball passing through the upstream passage 322 in this way, the game ball passes through the first specific region SE1 as compared with the case where the ridge portions 335a and 336a are not provided. The time required is extended.

The ridges 335a and 336a are arranged so as to be biased toward the intermediate passage portion 323 in the first specific region SE1. As a result, the game ball is decelerated at a position directly upstream of the intermediate passage portion 323.

In the present embodiment, the degree of deceleration is defined as follows. That is, the time required for the game ball to pass through the first specific region SE1 is calculated from the sum (1.2 sec) of the variable display time and the final display time of the pattern of the through gate display unit DS in the low frequency support mode. Is also short, and is specified to be longer than the firing cycle (0.6 sec) of the game ball. The details will be described later, but when the game ball is continuously launched to the right route during the low frequency support mode, the game ball flowing down the right route passes through the right-hand actuated ball entry unit 63 and is on the lower side. At least one ball is generated in most cases when the variable winning device 65 is reached and the right-side actuating ball 63 is opened.

The game ball that has not flowed into the right operating port 63a continues to move along the ball passage 321 as it is, and most of them reach the downstream passage portion 324. Here, with reference to FIG. 6 again, the downstream side passage portion 324 and the lower variable winning device 65 associated therewith will be described.

The lower grand prize opening 341 of the lower variable winning device 65 is open upward, and the downstream passage portion 324 is formed so as to cross above the lower grand winning opening 341. The lower variable winning device 65 includes a shutter 345 that can slide back and forth (in the thickness direction of the game board 60) and a drive unit (solenoid) for the shutter 345. The drive unit for the shutter 345 is connected to the main control device 162 and operates based on the drive signal from the main control device 162. In the non-driving state (non-excited state) in which the drive signal is not output from the main control device 162, the shutter 345 is arranged in a closed position covering the lower prize opening 341 from above, and the drive signal is output to the drive unit. Is in the driving state (excited state) and moves (backward) to an open position that does not cover the lower prize winning opening 341.

Here, in the state where the shutter 345 is arranged in the closed position, the shutter 345 forms the bottom portion of the downstream passage portion 324, that is, the rolling surface of the game ball. Specifically, the housing 320 is provided with a downstream bottom portion forming a bottom portion on the downstream side of the lower prize opening 341 in the passage direction of the downstream side passage portion 324, and the game ball is provided by these downstream side bottom portions and the shutter 345. The rolling surface of is formed. In the following description, the region where the flow path is formed (complemented) by the shutter 345 at the downstream passage portion 324, that is, the region where the shutter 345 is sandwiched between the downstream passage portion 324 and confronts the lower prize opening 341 It is called "second specific area SE2".

The game ball that has reached the second specific region SE2 under the condition that the shutter 345 is arranged in the open position and the downstream passage portion 324 (specifically, the rolling surface) is cut off is in the passage direction of the downstream passage portion 324. It will be difficult to move to, and it will flow into the lower prize opening 341.

The second specific area SE2 is also provided with a deceleration section consisting of ridges 375a and 376a (see FIG. 8), but the specific configuration related to the deceleration section is the same as that of the first specific area SE1. Therefore, the explanation is used.

The above-mentioned intermediate passage portion 323 extends upward from the upstream end portion of the shutter 345. The left passage wall surface forming the intermediate passage portion 323 is located on the extension of the upstream passage portion 322, and the game ball passing through the upstream passage portion 322 is oriented by colliding with the left passage wall surface. Is changed, and the intermediate passage portion 323 is dropped toward the shutter 345.

An opening through which a game ball can pass is formed in the right passage wall surface forming the intermediate passage portion 323, and a part of the game ball passing through the intermediate passage portion 323 flows into the opening. A discharge passage is formed between the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 and the lower variable winning device 65 to discharge the game ball flowing into the opening from the ball entry unit 70. A part of the game ball flowing down the ball passage 321 is discharged from the ball entry unit 70 through the opening → discharge passage before reaching the lower variable winning device 65 (shutter 345). Since the game ball passing through the discharge passage is guided to the back side of the game board 60 as it is, the movement to the out port 68 is avoided.

Next, with reference to FIG. 8, the relationship between the passage length of each part of the ball passage 321 and the passage time required for the game ball will be supplementarily described. FIG. 8 is a schematic view of the internal structure of the ball entry unit 70 as viewed from the front. In the following description, the passage length of the first specific area SE1 in the front view of the game machine is "passage length PL1", the time required to pass through the first specific area SE1 is "time required T1", and in the front view of the game machine. The passage length of the second specific area SE2 is "passage length PL3", the time required to pass through the second specific area SE2 is "time required T3", and between the first specific area SE1 and the second specific area SE2. The passage length is referred to as "passage length PL2", and the time required to pass between the first specific area SE1 and the second specific area SE2 is referred to as "required time T3".

Comparing the passage lengths PL1 to PL3, the passage lengths PL2 <passage length PL1 <passage length PL3 are longer in this order. As described above, the passage path of the game ball is meandering in the first specific region SE1 and the second specific region SE2, but even if this meandering portion is taken into consideration, the passage length PL2 <passage length PL1 <passage length It becomes longer in the order of PL3.

Then, as will be described in detail later, regarding the required time T1 in the first specific region SE1, the minimum interval time (0.7 sec) when the right-handed ball entry unit 63 is continuously opened in the low-frequency support mode. It is set to be longer and shorter than the minimum interval time (1.2 sec) when the right-handed ball entry unit 63 is continuously opened in the high-frequency support mode, and the required time in the second specific area SE2. T3 is set to be shorter than the minimum interval time (1.5 sec) when the lower variable winning device 65 is continuously opened when the special hits are continuous.

For example, when the lower variable winning device 65 is in the open state, the game ball avoiding the right-side actuating ball 63 heads toward the lower variable winning device 65. By reducing the distance between the right-side actuating ball-entry unit 63 and the lower variable winning device 65, the game ball avoiding the right-side actuating ball-entry unit 63 gives the impression that it quickly heads toward the lower variable-winning device 65. It's getting easier. As a result, the expectation of winning the lower variable winning device 65 can be suitably increased.

(Electrical configuration of pachinko machine 10)
Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG.

The MPU 602 is mounted on the main control board 601 provided in the main control device 162. The MPU 602 is a ROM 603 that stores various control programs and fixed value data executed by the MPU 602, and a memory for temporarily storing various data and the like when the control program stored in the ROM 603 is executed. It is an element in which a certain RAM 604, an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, a data input / output circuit, various counter circuits as a random number generator, and the like are built-in. It should be noted that a configuration may be configured in which a part of the functions of the MPU 602, for example, the function of the ROM 603 and the function of the RAM 604, are provided as another element.

The MPU 602 is provided with an input port and an output port, respectively. A power failure monitoring board 605, a payout control device 181 and various detection sensors provided in the main control device 162 are connected to the input side of the MPU 602. A power supply / emission control device 191 is connected to the power failure monitoring board 605, and power is supplied to the MPU 602 via the power failure monitoring board 605. Further, as a part of various detection sensors, a detection sensor 391a for the general winning opening 61, a detection sensor 391b for the lower actuating ball entry portion 62, a detection sensor 391c for the right side actuating ball entry section 63, and an upper variable winning device 64. Detection sensors 317 to 318, detection sensors 391d for the lower variable winning device 65, and detection sensors 391e for the through gate 66 are connected, and detection information from these various detection sensors 317 to 318, 391a to 391e ( Based on the detection signal), the MPU 602 of the main control device 162 executes a winning determination (ball entry determination) or the like for each ball entry unit. Further, in the MPU 602, a big hit generation lottery is executed based on winning a prize in the lower actuating ball entry portion 62 (lower actuating opening 62a) and the right actuating ball entry section 63 (right actuating opening 63a).

A power failure monitoring board 605, a payout control device 181 and a notification / effect control device 143 (specifically, a notification / effect control board 651) are connected to the output side of the MPU 602. A prize ball command is output to the payout control device 181 based on, for example, a winning determination result for the winning ball unit corresponding to the winning. In this case, the command information storage area 625 of the ROM 603 is referred to when the prize ball command is output. Then, when the winning of the general winning opening 61 is specified, the prize ball command corresponding to the payout of the three game balls is output, and when the winning of the upper prize opening 311 is specified, 14 games are played. A prize ball command corresponding to the payout of balls is output, and when a prize is specified for the lower large prize opening 341, a prize ball command corresponding to the payout of 10 game balls is output, and the prize ball command corresponding to the payout of 10 game balls is output to the lower operating port 62a. When a prize is specified, a prize ball command corresponding to the payout of four game balls is output, and when a prize is specified for the right operating port 63a, a prize ball command corresponding to the payout of one game ball is output. Is output.

Various commands such as a fluctuation start command, a type command, a fluctuation end command, an opening command, and an ending command are output to the notification / effect control device 143. In this case, the command information storage area 625 of the ROM 603 is referred to when outputting these various commands. Details of these various commands will be described later. Each of the above commands is configured as information on a predetermined number of bytes, and includes various information as information on the predetermined number of bytes.

Further, on the output side of the MPU 602, an electric accessory drive unit 332 that drives the electric accessory 71 attached to the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63, a variable winning drive unit 451 that drives the shutter 315 of the upper variable winning device 64, and an upper side. A flow path switching drive unit 452 that drives the flow path switching member 316 of the variable winning device 64, a variable winning drive unit 461 that drives the shutter 345 of the lower variable winning device 65, a main display unit 81, and the like are connected. Various driver circuits are provided on the main control board 601. Through the driver circuits, the MPU 602 executes drive control of various drive units and the like.

That is, in the MPU 602, the variable winning drive unit 451 of the upper variable winning device 64 and the variable winning drive unit of the lower variable winning device 65 are opened and closed so that the upper prize opening 311 and the lower prize opening 341 are opened and closed in the open / close execution mode. The drive control of 461 is executed. Further, for example, at each game round, the display control of the lower operating port display unit DL and the right operating port display unit DR in the main display unit D of the main display unit 81 is executed in the MPU 602.

Further, an external terminal plate 213 is connected to the output side of the MPU 602. The external terminal plate 213 is provided with a jackpot signal output terminal or the like as an output terminal for outputting a signal at the time of state transition. For example, when the game result is a big hit result, the MPU 602 can output a big hit signal to the management control device on the game hall side through the big hit signal output terminal. Specifically, in the normal state, the LOW level signal is output from the jackpot signal output terminal, and when the jackpot result is obtained, the HI level signal is output. The output mode of this signal may be reversed.

The power failure monitoring board 605 relays between the main control board 601 and the power supply / emission control device 191 and monitors the DC stable 24 volt voltage, which is the maximum voltage output from the power supply / emission control device 191. The payout control device 181 controls the payout of prize balls and rental balls by the payout device 222 based on the prize ball command input from the main control device 162.

The power supply / launch control device 191 is connected to, for example, a commercial power supply (external power supply) in a playground or the like. Then, based on the external power supplied from the commercial power source, the operating power required for each of the main control board 601 and the payout control device 181 is generated, and the generated operating power is supplied through a predetermined power path. To do.

Further, the power supply / launch control device 191 is responsible for launch control of the game ball launch mechanism 110, and the game ball launch mechanism 110 (specifically, the solenoid 111) is driven when a predetermined launch condition is satisfied. More specifically, the power supply / launch control device 191 is connected to an operation level detection sensor and a touch sensor provided on the game ball launch handle 41. The operation level detection sensor is a sensor that detects the operation amount (rotation amount) of the game ball launch handle 41, and the launch intensity (rate of fire) of the game ball by the game ball launch mechanism 110 based on the information from the operation level detection sensor. ) Will be decided. The touch sensor is configured to output information when the player touches the game ball launch handle 41, and the power supply / launch control device 191 allows the player to touch the game ball launch handle 41 based on this information. It is configured so that it can be grasped whether or not it is. When it is determined that the player is touching the game ball launch handle 41 based on the information from the touch sensor, and the operation level detection sensor determines that the game ball launch handle 41 is being operated, the game ball is launched. Will be allowed.

The information from the touch sensor is transmitted to the main control device 162, the notification / effect control device 143, and the display control device 710 via the power supply / emission control device 191.

The notification / effect control device 143 includes a notification / effect control board 651 on which the MPU 652 is mounted, and the MPU 652 includes a ROM 653 that stores various control programs and fixed value data, and a control program that is stored in the ROM 653. RAM 654, which is a memory for temporarily storing various data and the like, is built in.

The notification / effect control device 143 drives and controls the lamp units 26 to 28 and the speaker unit 29 provided on the front door frame 14 based on various commands input from the main control device 162, and also controls the display control device 710. It is a thing. Specifically, in the notification / effect control device 143, the variation display mode of the symbol in the symbol display device 75 and the stop display mode of the symbol to be finally stopped are displayed based on various commands input from the main control device 162 (for example, of the symbol). The type of combination) is determined, the presence / absence of reach occurrence, the content of the reach effect, and the like are determined, and the determined content is added to the above command and transferred to the display control device 710.

The display control device 710 has a display control board on which the MPU is mounted, and the MPU has a ROM that stores various control programs and fixed value data, and various data when executing the control program stored in the ROM. A RAM that is a memory for temporarily storing such data, a video display processor (VDP), a character ROM that stores image data, a video RAM that temporarily stores image data read from the character ROM, and the like are built-in. There is. The MPU executes display control of the variable display unit 67 (specifically, the symbol display device 75) based on the command input from the notification / effect control device 143.

Here, the display contents of the symbol display device 75 will be described. On the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75, three symbol rows of left, middle, and right are set. On the display screen 75a, the symbols in each of these symbol rows are variably displayed so as to scroll in a predetermined direction (for example, from top to bottom) with periodicity.

Further, on the display screen 75a, one symbol is stopped and displayed for each symbol row, and a total of three symbols are stopped and displayed. If the fluctuation display stops in the order of right symbol row → left symbol row → middle symbol row, and the fluctuation display of all symbol rows ends with a predetermined symbol combination formed on the effective line, the jackpot result or special hit result will be displayed. A video or the like showing the transition to the corresponding special gaming state is displayed.

In view of the fact that the variable display of each symbol row is stopped as described above, the left symbol row is the first symbol row (or the first symbol row), and the right symbol row is the second symbol row (or the second symbol row). The row) and the middle symbol row can be referred to as a third symbol row (or a third symbol row).

Incidentally, the mode of variable display of symbols in the symbol display device 75 is not limited to the above, and is arbitrary, such as the number of symbol rows, the direction of variable display of symbols in the symbol row, the number of symbols in each symbol row, and the like. Can be changed as appropriate. For example, a plurality of symbol rows may be set to be arranged vertically, and the direction of the variation display of the symbols in the symbol row may be set to the horizontal direction.

A hold display area is set at the bottom of the display screen 75a. The hold display area is a display of the number of holds for the upper operation port, in which the same number of unit hold display areas as the maximum number of holds when the game ball wins the lower operation port 62a are arranged in the left-right direction. Depending on the area and the holding number display area for the lower working port, the unit holding display area of the same number as the maximum number of holdings when the game ball wins the right operating port 63a is arranged in the left-right direction. It is configured.

Specifically, when the game ball wins the lower operating port 62a, the maximum number of holdings is 4, and in correspondence with this, the holding number display area for the lower operating opening is the first unit holding display area. , The second unit hold display area, the third unit hold display area, and the fourth unit hold display area are set. Further, when the game ball wins the right operating port 63a, the maximum number of holdings is 4, and in correspondence with this, the holding number display area for the right operating port includes the first unit holding display area and the second unit. The hold display area, the third unit hold display area, and the fourth unit hold display area are set.

For example, when the number of holdings is one when the game ball wins in the lower operating port 62a, a predetermined holding image is displayed only in the first unit holding display area, and the game ball is moved to the lower operating port 62a. When the number of holdings is four when a prize is won, a predetermined holding image is displayed in all of the first unit holding display area to the fourth unit holding display area.

(About various counters)
Next, with reference to the schematic view of FIG. 10, the configuration related to the operation of the pachinko machine 10 configured as described above will be described.

The MPU 602 uses various counter information during the game to perform a lottery to shift to a special game state (open / close execution mode), set the display of the main display unit 81 (main display unit D), set the symbol display of the symbol display device 75, and the like. Specifically, the hit random number counter C1 used for the lottery for the occurrence of big hits and special hits, the hit type counter C2 used for determining the type when a big hit result is obtained, and the symbol display. Occurrence of reach display when the device 75 disengages and fluctuates The reach random number counter C3 used for lottery, the random number initial value counter CINI used for setting the initial value of the hit random number counter C1, and the display for the entry part of the main display unit 81. It is decided to use the variation type counter CS that determines the variation display time of the symbol in the unit and the variation display time of the symbol in the symbol display device 75. Further, an open random number counter C4 used for a lottery as to whether or not to open the electric accessory 71 attached to the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 is used.

Each of the counters C1 to C4, CINI, and CS is a loop counter in which 1 is added to the previous value each time the counter is updated, and the counter returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value. Each counter is updated at short intervals, and the updated value is appropriately stored in the lottery counter buffer 631 set in a predetermined area of the RAM 604.

The RAM 604 includes a lower working port holding area Ra, a right working port holding area Rb, a first execution area AE1 for the lower working port holding area Ra, and a second execution area for the right working port holding area Rb. A hold ball storage area 632 including an area AE2 and a total hold number storage area is provided. Then, in the reserved ball storage area 632, the values of the hit random number counter C1, the hit type counter C2, and the reach random number counter C3 are time-series in accordance with the winning history of the game ball to the lower operating port 62a or the right operating port 63a. It is designed to be stored as a target.

More specifically, the hit random number counter C1 is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of, for example, "0" to "599", reach the maximum value (that is, 599), and then return to 0. In particular, when the hit random number counter C1 makes one round, the value of the random number initial value counter CINI at that time is read as the initial value of the hit random number counter C1. The random number initial value counter CINI is a loop counter similar to the hit random number counter C1 (value = "0" to "599"). The winning random number counter C1 is periodically updated, and is stored in the reserved ball storage area 632 of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins the lower operating port 62a or the right operating port 63a. More specifically, it is stored in the lower operating port holding area Ra of the RAM 604 when the game ball wins in the lower operating port 62a, and is stored in the right operating port holding area Rb of the RAM 604 when the game ball wins in the right operating port 63a. Stored in.

The value of the random number that wins the big hit and the value of the random number that wins the special win are stored as a win / loss table (win / fail information group) in the win / fail table storage area 621 as the win / loss information group storage means in the ROM 603. Here, the contents of the pass / fail table will be described with reference to the schematic views of FIGS. 11 and 12. As the winning / failing table, a winning / failing table for the lower operating port 62a (see FIG. 11) and a winning / failing table for the right operating port 63a (see FIG. 12) are provided, and in a lottery based on entering the ball into the lower operating port 62a. Refers to the winning / failing table for the lower operating port 62a, and refers to the winning / failing table for the right operating port 63a in the lottery based on the entry of the ball into the right operating port 63a.

(Win / fail table for lower operating port)
In the winning / failing table for the lower operating port 62a, which is referred to when the lottery mode is the low probability mode, as shown in FIG. 11A, the values of the random numbers corresponding to the jackpot results are "7" and " There are two of "507". That is, among the values of the hit random number counters C1 from "0" to "599", "7" and "507" correspond to the jackpot results, and the probability of winning the jackpot is 2/600. The low probability mode compatible hit / fail table for the lower operating port 62a does not have a random number value corresponding to the special hit result, and the lottery result is out of order and corresponds to the result except for the random number value that becomes the big hit result. There is.

In the winning / failing table for the lower operating port 62a, which is referred to when the lottery mode is the high probability mode, as shown in FIG. 11B, the random number values corresponding to the jackpot results are "7", " There are six of them, 107 ”,“ 207 ”,“ 307 ”,“ 407 ”, and“ 507 ”. That is, among the values of the hit random number counter C1 from "0" to "599", "7", "107", "207", "307", "407", and "507" correspond to the jackpot results. The probability of winning a jackpot is 6/600. The high-probability mode compatible hit / fail table for the lower operating port 62a is not provided with a random number value corresponding to the special hit result, and the lottery result is out of order and corresponds to the result except for the random number value that becomes the big hit result. There is.

(Win / fail table for right operating port)
In the winning / failing table for the right operating port 63a, which is referred to when the lottery mode is the low probability mode, as shown in FIG. 12A, the random number values corresponding to the jackpot results are "7" and " There are two of "507". That is, among the values of the hit random number counter C1 of "0 to 599", "7" and "507" correspond to the jackpot result, and the probability of winning the jackpot is 2/600. It is the same as the pass / fail table for. However, in the hit / fail table for the right operating port 63a, "1", "2", "3" ... "597", "598", "599" correspond to the special hit result, and the special hit The resulting probability is 593/600. In addition, other than the value of the random number that becomes the big hit result and the value of the random number that becomes the special hit result, in detail, the lottery result is out of the lottery results for "4", "104", "204", "404", and "504". It is configured as follows.

In the winning / failing table for the right operating port 63a, which is referred to when the lottery mode is the high probability mode, as shown in FIG. 12B, the random number values corresponding to the jackpot results are "7", " There are six of them, 107 ”,“ 207 ”,“ 307 ”,“ 407 ”, and“ 507 ”. That is, among the values of the hit random number counter C1 from "0" to "599", "7", "107", "207", "307", "407", and "507" correspond to the jackpot results. The probability of winning a jackpot is 6/600, which is the same as the hit / fail table for the lower operating port 62a. However, in the hit / fail table for the right operating port 63a, "1", "2", "3" ... "597", "598", "599" correspond to the special hit result, and the special hit The resulting probability is 593/600. In addition, other than the value of the random number that becomes the big hit result and the value of the random number that becomes the special hit result, in detail, "404" is configured so that the lottery result is out of order.

As described above, regardless of which of the lower operating port 62a and the right operating port 63a is won, the probability of a big hit result is common. However, when the lower operating port 62a and the right operating port 63a are compared, the possibility of a special hit result is set higher for the right operating port 63a. That is, the right operating port 63a is given preferential treatment over the lower operating port 62a when compared with the probability that some balls can be expected to come out.

Returning to the description of FIG. 10, the hit type counter C2 is incremented by 1 in order within the range of "0" to "99", reaches the maximum value (that is, "99"), and then returns to 0. There is. The hit type counter C2 is periodically updated, and is stored in the reserved ball storage area 632 of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins the lower operating port 62a or the right operating port 63a. More specifically, it is stored in the lower operating port holding area Ra of the RAM 604 when the game ball wins in the lower operating port 62a, and is stored in the right operating port holding area Rb of the RAM 604 when the game ball wins in the right operating port 63a. Stored in.

The distribution destination of the game result with respect to the hit type counter C2 is stored as a distribution table (distribution information group) in the distribution table storage area 622 as the distribution information group storage means in the ROM 603. In the present embodiment, the type of the jackpot result is determined with reference to the hit type counter C2 and the distribution table. As the jackpot results, 2R normal jackpot result, 8R normal jackpot result, 2R probability variation jackpot result, 6R probability variation jackpot result A, 6R probability variation jackpot result B, 6R probability variation jackpot result C, 6R probability variation jackpot result D, 6R probability variation jackpot result E, 8R probability variation jackpot result, 16R probability variation jackpot result A, and 16R probability variation jackpot result B are provided.

(Distribution table for lower operating port)
As shown in FIG. 13 (a), in the lower working port distribution table, a total of 50 of the values of the hit type counters C2 of "0" to "99", "0" to "49", are 8R normal jackpots. Corresponding to the result, a total of 10 pieces of "50" to "59" correspond to the 6R probability variation jackpot result A, and a total of 8 pieces of "60" to "67" correspond to the 6R probability variation jackpot result B. A total of 6 pieces from "68" to "73" correspond to the 6R probability variation jackpot result C, and a total of 4 pieces from "74" to "77" correspond to the 6R probability variation jackpot result D. A total of two "78" to "79" correspond to the 6R probability variation jackpot result E, and a total of 18 "80" to "97" correspond to the 16R probability variation jackpot result A, and "98" to "98" to " A total of two "99" correspond to the 16R probability variation jackpot result B.

(Distribution table for right operating port)
As shown in FIG. 13 (b), in the distribution table for the right operating port, a total of 35 of the values of the hit type counters C2 of "0" to "99", "0" to "34", are 2R normal jackpots. Corresponding to the result, a total of 5 pieces of "35" to "39" correspond to the 2R probability variation jackpot result, and a total of 10 pieces of "40" to "49" correspond to the 6R probability variation jackpot result A. A total of four "50" to "53" correspond to the 6R probability variation jackpot result B, and a total of three "54" to "56" correspond to the 6R probability variation jackpot result C, "57". "To" 58 "corresponds to the 6R probability variation jackpot result D," 59 "corresponds to the 6R probability variation jackpot result E, and" 60 "to" 95 "corresponds to the 16R probability variation jackpot result A. Corresponding, a total of four "96" to "99" correspond to the 16R probability variation jackpot result B.

Returning to the description of FIG. 10, the reach random number counter C3 is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of 0 to 238, and return to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 238). The reach random number counter C3 is periodically updated, and is stored in the reserved ball storage area 632 of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins the lower operating port 62a or the right operating port 63a. More specifically, it is stored in the lower operating port holding area Ra of the RAM 604 when the game ball wins in the lower operating port 62a, and is stored in the right operating port holding area Rb of the RAM 604 when the game ball wins in the right operating port 63a. Stored in. Then, it is decided whether or not to generate the reach display (reach state) based on the reach table stored in the reach table storage area of the ROM 603.

Here, the reach display includes a symbol display device 75 capable of variable display (or variable display) of a symbol (picture), and the game result fluctuates in the game times when the game result corresponds to the open / close execution mode. In a gaming machine in which the stop display result after display can be a special display result, after the variable display (or variable display) of the symbol (picture) on the symbol display device 75 is started, before the stop display result is derived and displayed. It refers to a display state for making the player think that it is a variable display state in which the special display result is likely to occur.

In other words, by stopping and displaying some of the symbols among the plurality of symbol sequences displayed on the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75, a combination of symbols corresponding to the occurrence of the open / close execution mode is established. It is a display state in which a combination of possible reach symbols is displayed, and in that state, the symbols are variablely displayed in the remaining symbol rows.

More specifically, as a pre-stage for ending the variable display of the symbol, a combination of symbols corresponding to the occurrence of the open / close execution mode is established on the preset effective line in the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75. A reach line is formed by stopping and displaying a combination of possible reach symbols, and in a situation where the reach line is formed, a variable display of symbols is performed by the final stop symbol sequence.

Explaining the display contents on the display screen 75a in more detail, in the state where the variation display of the symbol is first completed in the right symbol column and then the variation display of the symbol is completed in the left symbol column, one of the effective lines is hit and the symbol is displayed. A reach line is formed by stopping and displaying the main symbols with numbers that make up the combination, and in a situation where the reach line is formed, a variable display of the symbols is performed in the middle symbol row to reach. It becomes a display. Then, when a big hit occurs, the main symbols forming the reach line and the main symbols with the numbers constituting the combination of the hit symbols are stopped and displayed on the reach line, and the fluctuation display of the symbols in the middle symbol row is displayed. Is terminated.

Further, in the reach display, in the state where the combination of reach symbols is displayed as described above, the remaining symbol strings are displayed in a variable manner, and a predetermined character or the like is displayed as a moving image on the background screen to reach the reach. Includes those that perform an effect, and those that perform a reach effect by displaying a predetermined character or the like as a moving image on substantially the entire display screen 75a after reducing or hiding the combination of reach symbols. In addition, when the reach display is performed or before the reach display, it is determined whether or not to perform the notice display using a predetermined image such as a predetermined character by using the reach random number counter C3 or other counters. You may.

The variation type counter CS is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of 0 to 198, and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 198). The variation type counter CS includes the variation display time of the symbol in the lower operating port display unit DL and the right operating port display unit DR of the main display unit 81 (main display unit D) and the variation display time of the symbol in the symbol display device 75. And are used in determining in MPU 602. The variation type counter CS is updated once every time the normal processing described later is executed once, and is repeatedly updated even within the remaining time in the normal processing. Then, the buffer value of the variation type counter CS is acquired when the variation pattern is determined at the start of the variation display in the lower actuating port display unit DL and the right actuating port display unit DR (at the start of the symbol variation by the symbol display device 75). To.

The open random number counter C4 for the electric accessory 71 is configured to, for example, add 1 in order within the range of 0 to 249, reach the maximum value, and then return to 0. The open random number counter C4 is periodically updated and stored in the electric service storage area 633 of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins the through gate 66. Then, at a predetermined timing, the electric accessory 71 is referred to by the value of the stored open random number counter C4 and the support lottery table (win / fail information group) stored in the pass / fail table storage area 621 of the ROM 603. An open lottery (support lottery) is held to determine whether or not to control the open state. The probability of winning support in high-frequency support mode (detailed 249/250) is higher than the probability of winning support in low-frequency support mode (detailed 248/250), and high-frequency support Mode is given preferential treatment.

(About various processes executed by MPU 602 of the main controller 162)
Next, the timer interrupt processing and the normal processing executed in order to advance the game in each game time by the MPU 602 in the main control device 162 will be described. In the MPU 602, in addition to the timer interrupt processing and the normal processing, the main processing activated when the power is turned on and the NMI interrupt processing activated by inputting a power failure signal to the NMI terminal (non-maskable terminal) are executed. , The description of these processes will be omitted.

(Timer interrupt processing)
First, the timer interrupt processing will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. This process is periodically started by the MPU 602 (for example, at a cycle of 2 msec).

In step S101, reading processing of various detection sensors (for example, the detection sensors 317 to 319, 391a to 391e) is executed. That is, the state of various detection sensors connected to the main control device 162 is read, the state of the detection sensor (detection information from the detection sensor) is determined, and the detection information (winning detection information) is saved. For example, when it is determined that a prize has been generated in the lower operating port 62a, the winning detection flag for the lower operating port is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604, and it is determined that a prize has been generated in the right operating port 63a. If this is the case, the winning detection flags for the right operating port are stored in the various flag storage areas 635, and if it is determined that a prize has been generated in the upper variable winning device 64, the various flag storage areas 635 are used for the upper large winning opening. When it is determined that a prize has been generated in the advantageous ball portion 314, the prize detection flag for the advantageous ball section is stored in the various flag storage areas 635, and the lower variable winning device 65 is stored. When it is determined that a prize has been generated, the prize detection flag for the lower grand prize opening is stored in the various flag storage areas 635.

After that, in step S102, the random number initial value counter CINI is updated. Specifically, the random number initial value counter CINI is incremented by 1, and when the counter value reaches the maximum value, it is cleared to 0. Then, the updated value of the random number initial value counter CINI is stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 604.

In the following step S103, the hit random number counter C1, the hit type counter C2, the reach random number counter C3, and the open random number counter C4 are updated. Specifically, the hit random number counter C1, the hit type counter C2, the reach random number counter C3, and the open random number counter C4 are each incremented by 1, and when the counter values reach the maximum value, they are cleared to 0, respectively. Then, the updated values of the counters C1 to C4 are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 604.

After that, in step S104, the winning process for the through port accompanying the winning of the through gate 66 is executed, and in the following step S105, the winning process for the operating port accompanying the winning of the operating ports 62a and 63a is executed. Terminates timer interrupt processing.

(Prize processing for through)
In the through winning process in step S104, first, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won the through gate 66. When the game ball wins the through gate 66 and the character holding memory number SN is less than the upper limit (specifically, 4), the character holding memory number SN is incremented by 1 and updated in step S103 above. The value of the open random number counter C4 is stored in the first free storage area of the electric service storage area 633 of the RAM 604. After that, the main winning process is completed.

If it is determined that the game ball has not won the through gate 66, or if it is determined that the game ball has won the through gate 66 but the character holding memory number SN has reached the upper limit, the value of the open random number counter C4 is set. The main winning process is completed without storing.

In the through winning process, the display control process of the through gate hold number display unit SS of the main display unit 81 is executed. Specifically, the light emission control process is executed for the through-gate hold number display unit SS composed of four light emitters (LEDs) so that the same number of light emitters as the accessory hold storage number SN are lit.

(Prize processing for operating port)
In the winning process for the operating port, first, whether or not the game ball has won (starting winning) in the lower operating ball entry portion 62 (lower operating port 62a) is set in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604 for the lower operating port. Judgment is made based on whether or not the winning detection flag is stored. When it is determined that the winning detection flag is stored, that is, when the game ball receives a detection signal indicating that a winning has occurred in the lower operating entry portion 62 (lower operating port 62a), the payout control is performed. A prize ball command for paying out four game balls is set in the device 181. Then, an external signal setting process is performed to output a signal indicating that the game ball has won a prize to the lower operating ball entry unit 62 (lower operating port 62a) to the hall computer HC on the game hall side. As a result, the hall computer HC grasps that a prize has been generated for the lower operating ball entry portion 62 (lower operating port 62a).

After that, the value (starting hold storage number) stored in the hold number storage area of the hold area Ra for the lower operation port is updated (1 addition). Subsequently, information acquisition processing for storing each value of the hit random number counter C1, the hit type counter C2, and the reach random number counter C3 is performed, and the main winning process is completed.

On the other hand, when the winning detection flag for the lower operating port is not stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604 and the winning detection flag for the right operating port is stored, the payout control device 181 stores the winning detection flag. Set a prize ball command to pay out one game ball. The set prize ball command is transmitted to the payout control device 181 in the external output process of the normal process described later.

Subsequently, an external signal setting process is performed to output a signal indicating that the game ball has won a prize to the right operating ball entry unit 63 (right operating port 63a) to the hall computer HC on the game hall side. As a result, the hall computer HC grasps that a prize has been generated for the right-handed ball entry unit 63 (right-handed opening 63a).

After that, the value (starting hold storage number) stored in the hold number storage area of the hold area Rb for the right operating port is updated (1 addition). Subsequently, information acquisition processing for storing each value of the hit random number counter C1, the hit type counter C2, and the reach random number counter C3 is performed, and the main winning process is completed.

If the game ball does not win in any of the lower actuating ball entry portion 62 and the right actuating ball entry section 63, the main winning process is terminated as it is.

(Normal processing)
Next, the flow of normal processing will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. The normal process is a process that is started after the main process that is started when the power is turned on is executed, and in the normal process, the main process of the game is executed. As an outline, the processes of steps S201 to S207 are executed as periodic processes having a cycle of 4 msec, and the counter update processes of steps S209 and S210 are executed in the remaining time.

In the normal processing, in step S201, output data such as a command set in the timer interrupt processing or the previous normal processing is transmitted to each control device on the sub side. Specifically, the presence or absence of the prize ball command is determined, and if the prize ball command is set, it is transmitted to the payout control device 181. In addition, if a command for production such as a command corresponding to the production for game rounds such as a fluctuation start command, a type command, and a fluctuation end command, or a command corresponding to the production for open / close execution mode is set, it is notified. -Transmit to the effect control device 143. Further, the output is set for the external terminal plate 213 according to the information set in the external output buffer of the RAM 604.

Next, in step S202, the variation type counter CS is updated. Specifically, the fluctuation type counter CS is incremented by 1, and when the counter value reaches the maximum value, the counter value is cleared to 0. Then, the update value of the variation type counter CS is stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 604.

In the following step S203, a game time control process for advancing the game of each game time is executed. In this game time control process, a hit / fail judgment such as a big hit and a distribution judgment of a big hit type are performed, a symbol variation display is set by the symbol display device 75, and a display for an operation port in the main display unit 81 (main display unit D). Controls the display of DL, DR, etc.

After that, in step S204, a game state transition process for shifting the game state is executed. The details will be described later, but by this game state transition process, the game state shifts to the open / close execution mode, the high probability mode, and the like.

In the following step S205, an electric service support process for driving and controlling the electric accessory 71 attached to the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 is executed. In this electric service support process, it is determined whether or not to open the electric accessory 71 using the information stored in the electric service storage area of the RAM 604, and the electric accessory 71 is opened / closed and through. It controls the display of the gate display unit DS.

In the following step S206, the game ball launch control process is executed. In the game ball launch control process, a predetermined launch condition is provided on the condition that the launch permission signal output from the power supply / launch control device 191 is input based on the launch operation being performed on the game ball launch handle 41. The solenoid 111 of the game ball launching mechanism 110 is excited once during the firing period (0.6 sec in the present embodiment). As a result, the game ball is launched toward the game area PE. That is, when an irregular striking such as a so-called stop striking is not performed, the firing of the game ball is repeated at a predetermined cycle on condition that the firing operation is performed.

In the following step S207, it is determined whether or not the power failure flag is set in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. The power failure flag is a flag that is set when the occurrence of a power failure is confirmed on the power failure monitoring board 605 and a power failure signal is input from the power failure monitoring board 605 to the NMI terminal of the MPU 602, and is erased in the next main process.

If the power failure flag is not set, it means that the last processing of the plurality of processes to be repeatedly executed has been completed. Therefore, whether or not the execution timing of the next normal processing has been reached in step S208, that is, the previous normal processing It is determined whether or not a predetermined time (4 msec in this embodiment) has elapsed from the start of the process. Then, the random number initial value counter CINI and the variation type counter CS are repeatedly updated within the remaining time until the execution timing of the next normal process is reached. That is, the random number initial value counter CINI is updated in step S209, and the variation type counter CS is updated in step S210.

Here, since the execution time of each process of steps S201 to S206 changes according to the state of the game, the remaining time until the execution timing of the next normal process is not constant and fluctuates. Therefore, by repeatedly updating the random number initial value counter CINI using the remaining time, the random number initial value counter CINI (that is, the initial value of the hit random number counter C1) can be updated at random, and similarly. The variable type counter CS can also be updated at random.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S207 that the power failure flag is set, it means that the power supply has been cut off, so the power failure processing after step S211 is executed. Specifically, after prohibiting the occurrence of timer interrupt processing in step S211, calculating and saving the RAM determination value in step S212, and prohibiting access to RAM 604 in step S213, the power supply is completely shut off. And continue the infinite loop until the process cannot be executed.

(Game times control process)
Here, with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 16 to 20, the game rotation control process of step S203 will be supplementarily described. As shown in FIG. 16, in the game rotation control process shown in the present embodiment, first, in step S301, it is determined whether or not the game is in the special game state (open / close execution mode). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the open / close execution mode flag (open / close execution state information) is stored (stored) in the open / close execution mode flag storage area (open / close execution state information storage means) in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. To do. The open / close execution mode flag is stored when the game state is shifted to the open / close execution mode in the game state transition process described later, and is deleted when the open / close execution mode is terminated in the game state transition process.

If an affirmative determination is made in step S301, the main game times control process is terminated as it is. If a negative determination is made in step S301, the game rotation control process for the game rotation related to the winning of the lower operating ball entry portion 62 (lower operating port 62a) in step S302 (game rotation control corresponding to the lower operating port). Process, lower actuating port control process) is executed, and in step S303, the game turn control process (game turn control for the right actuating port) related to winning a prize in the right actuating entry unit 63 (right actuating port 63a). After executing the process, the control process for the right operating port), the game round control process is terminated. The basic flow of these two control processes is the same. Hereinafter, the control process for the lower operating port will be described with reference to FIGS. 17 and 18, and then the control process for the lower operating port will be mainly referred to with reference to FIGS. 19 and 20 for the right operating port. The control process will be described.

(Control processing for lower operating port)
As shown in FIG. 17, in the lower operation port control process, first, in step S401, it is determined whether or not the game rotation related to the lower operation port 62a is in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the display unit DL for the lower operating port of the main display unit 81 is in the variable display to the final display, that is, whether or not the game for one game is being executed. In this determination, the game rotation flag (game rotation information) for the lower operating port is stored (stored) in the game rotation flag storage area (variation display information storage means) in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. This is done by determining whether or not it is. The game rotation flag for the lower operating port is stored when the variable display is started on the lower operating port display unit DL, and is deleted when the pattern is stopped and the final display is completed.

If the game is not in progress, a negative determination is made in step S401, and the process proceeds to step S402. In step S402, it is determined whether or not the game rotation related to the right operating port 63a is in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the display unit DR for the right operating port of the main display unit 81 is in the variable display to the final display, that is, whether or not the game for one game is being executed. In this determination, the game rotation flag (variation display information) for the right operating port is stored (stored) in the game rotation flag storage area (variation display information storage means) in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. This is done by determining whether or not it is. The game rotation flag for the right operating port is stored when the variable display is started on the display unit DR for the right operating port, and the pattern etc. corresponding to the lottery result (game result) is stopped and displayed, and the confirmation display ends. Will be erased if you do.

If an affirmative determination is made in step S402, the process proceeds to step S403. In step S403, it is determined whether or not the game times related to the right operating port 63a correspond to the jackpot result. If an affirmative determination is made in step S403, the control process for the lower working port is terminated as it is. If a negative determination is made in step S403 or step S402, the process proceeds to step S404. In step S404, the total number of hold storage areas of the hold ball storage area 632 is referred to, and the number of hold information for the lower operating port, which is the number of hold information stored on hold, is CRN (specifically, the hold information related to the lower operation port 62a). It is determined whether or not the number) is "0". When the reserved storage number CRN for the lower operating port is "0", the game times control process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the reserved storage number CRN for the lower operating port is not "0", the process proceeds to step S405. In step S405, data setting processing is performed.

In the data setting process of the lower operating port 62a, first, the reserved storage number CRN for the lower operating port is decremented by 1. After that, the data stored in the first area of the lower operating port holding area Ra is moved to the first execution area AE1 (see FIG. 10), and the data stored in the storage area of the lower operating port holding area Ra is shifted. Execute the process to make it.

This data shift process is a process of shifting the data stored in the first to fourth areas in order to the lower area side, and the data in the first area is cleared and the second area → the first area, The data in each area is shifted in the order of the third area → the second area, the fourth area → the third area, and so on. Then, one LED that is lit is turned off at the hold number display unit for the lower operating port. In this extinguishing process, contrary to the lighting process executed when the hold information is added, the LEDs of the hold number display unit SL for the lower operating port are turned off in order from the lower side.

After performing the data setting process described in detail above, in step S406, the variation display for the lower operating port for starting the variation display of the pattern on the display unit DL for the lower operation port and the variation display of the symbol on the symbol display device 75. After executing the start process (variation start process for the lower operating port), the game turn control process is terminated. Here, with reference to FIG. 18, the variation start processing for the lower working port of step S406 will be described.

(Variation start processing for lower operating port)
In the fluctuation start processing for the lower operating port, first, the hit / fail determination processing is executed in step S501. In the hit / fail judgment process, the hit / fail judgment information among the information stored in the first execution area AE1, that is, the numerical information acquired from the hit random number counter C1, is the jackpot numerical value described above with reference to the hit / miss table for the lower operating port. Determine if it matches the information. If the determination result in step S501 is a jackpot result, an affirmative determination is made in step S502 and the process proceeds to step S503.

In step S503, the type determination process is executed. In the type determination process, among the information stored in the first execution area AE1, the information for type determination, that is, the numerical information acquired from the hit type counter C2 is grasped. Further, with reference to the distribution table stored in the distribution table storage area 622 of the ROM 603, the above-identified information for type determination corresponds to the information group corresponding to the 8R normal jackpot result and the 6R probability variation jackpot result A. Information group, information group corresponding to 6R probability variation jackpot result B, information group corresponding to 6R probability variation jackpot result C, information group corresponding to 6R probability variation jackpot result D, information group corresponding to 6R probability variation jackpot result E, 16R probability variation jackpot It is specified whether it is included in the information group corresponding to the result A or the information group corresponding to the 16R probability variation jackpot result B.

In step S504, the stop result setting process for the jackpot result is executed. Specifically, the stop result table for the jackpot result in which the pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the main display unit D (display unit DL for the lower operating port) of the main display unit 81 in the game round is stored in advance in the ROM 603. The identified information is stored in the RAM 604. A plurality of patterns to be stopped and displayed on the main display unit D are set in the stop result table for the jackpot result, and in step S504, information indicating the symbols corresponding to the jackpot result is stored in the RAM 604. Further, in step S504, the game results of this time are 8R normal jackpot result, 6R probability variation jackpot result A, 6R probability variation jackpot result B, 6R probability variation jackpot result C, 6R probability variation jackpot result D, 6R probability variation jackpot result E, 16R probability variation jackpot result E, 16R probability variation jackpot result. Information for specifying which of the result A and the 16R probability variation jackpot result B is in the MPU 602 is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. Specifically, the 8R normal flag is stored in the case of the 8R normal jackpot result, the 6R probability variation A flag is stored in the case of the 6R probability variation jackpot result A, and the 6R is stored in the case of the 6R probability variation jackpot result B. The probability variation B flag is stored, the 6R probability variation C flag is stored when the 6R probability variation jackpot result C, the 6R probability variation D flag is stored when the 6R probability variation jackpot result D, and the 6R probability variation jackpot result E. In this case, the 6R probability variation E flag is stored, the 16R probability variation A flag is stored when the 16R probability variation jackpot result A is stored, and the 16R probability variation B flag is stored when the 16R probability variation jackpot result B is obtained.

After executing the setting process of step S504, the process proceeds to step S505. In step S505, it is determined whether or not the game round related to the right operating port 63a is being executed. If an affirmative determination is made in step S505, the process proceeds to step S506. In step S506, the forced termination flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. When the game times (pattern variation display) related to the right operating port 63a are executed, the game times (picture variation display) related to the right operating port 63a are forcibly performed on the way based on this forced end flag. It will be terminated. More specifically, when the game times related to the lower operating port 62a correspond to the jackpot result, and the game times related to the right operating port 63a can be executed beyond the timing when the confirmation display is performed in the game times. In this case, the game times related to the right operating port 63a are shortened, and at the same time as the game times related to the lower operating port 62a are completed, the game times related to the right operating port 63a are also ended. In such a case, the pattern that is stopped and displayed in the game round related to the right operating port 63a corresponds to the disengagement result.

Returning to the description of step S502, if the determination result in step S501 is an incorrect result, a negative determination is made in the step S502, and the process proceeds to step S507. In step S507, the stop result setting process for the off result is executed.

Specifically, the pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the main display unit D (display unit DL for the lower operating port) of the main display unit 81 in the game round related to the start of the fluctuation this time is stored in the ROM 603 in advance. It is specified from the stop result table for the result, and the specified information is stored in the RAM 604.

After executing the processes of steps S506 and S507, or when a negative determination is made in step S505, the process proceeds to step S508. In step S508, the variable display time (display duration) setting process is executed. Details of this setting process will be described later.

After executing the variation display time setting process in step S508, the variation start command and the type command are set in step S509. The fluctuation start command includes information on the fluctuation display time. Here, as described above, the variable display time acquired by referring to the non-reach variable display time table is different from the variable display time acquired by referring to the reach generated variable display time table, and therefore varies. Even if the start command does not include information on the presence or absence of reach occurrence, the notification / effect control device 143, which is a control device on the sub side, can specify the presence or absence of reach occurrence from the information on the fluctuation display time. .. In this respect, it can be said that the fluctuation start command includes information indicating whether or not reach has occurred. The fluctuation start command may include information that directly indicates whether or not reach has occurred.

After executing the setting process of step S509, the process proceeds to step S510 to start the variation display of the lower operating port display unit DL in the main display unit 81, and then end the variation start process for the lower operating port. In the process of step S510, the game rotation flag for the lower operating port is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. As a result, in the subsequent processing, it is possible to identify that the game times (for example, variable display) related to the lower operating port 62a are being executed.

Returning to the description of FIG. 17, if an affirmative determination is made in step S401, that is, if it is determined that the game is being rotated related to the lower operating port 62a, the process proceeds to step S407. In step S407, it is determined whether or not it is the timing to stop and display the pattern corresponding to the special hit result in the game round related to the right operating port 63a. If a negative determination is made in step S407, the process proceeds to step S408. In step S408, it is determined whether or not the game round is related to the right operating port 63a and is the start timing of the game round corresponding to the jackpot result. If a negative determination is made in step S407 and step S408, the process proceeds to step S409.

In step S409, it is determined whether or not the timing has elapsed the fluctuation display time set in step S508. If a negative determination is made in step S409, the variation display process is executed in step S410, and then the lower operation port control process is terminated. In the variable display process of step S410, the pattern is variablely displayed by performing a process of turning on / off various LEDs constituting the lower operating port display unit DL.

If an affirmative determination is made in step S409, the process proceeds to step S412. In step S412, the variable end process is executed. In the variation end processing, the display control of the main display unit 81 is performed so that the pattern is stopped and displayed on the display unit DL for the lower operating port so as to be in a predetermined mode. That is, for example, the final display of the pattern corresponding to the lottery result (game result) is executed. The game rotation flag for the lower operating port stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604 is deleted when the confirmation display is completed.

After setting the variable end command in the following step S413, the game round control process ends. The variation end command set in step S413 is transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S201 in the normal process (FIG. 15). The notification / effect control device 143 executes a process for terminating the effect in the game round based on the reception of the variable end command. Further, the variation end command is transmitted to the display control device 710 via the notification / effect control device 143, and the display control device 710 responds to the game result of the game by receiving the variation end command. The combination of the symbols is confirmed and displayed (final stop display) on the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75. It should be noted that the notification / effect control device 143 and the display control device 710 may independently end the effect for the game round without transmitting the variation end command.

If an affirmative determination is made in either step S407 or step S408, the stop pattern rewriting process is executed in step S410, each process of step S412 and step S413 is executed, and then the lower operation port End the control process. In the process of rewriting the stop result, first, it is determined whether or not the game times this time correspond to the special hit result. If it does not correspond to the special hit result, the rewriting of the stop pattern (the pattern corresponding to the disengagement result) determined by the fluctuation start processing for the lower operating port is avoided. On the other hand, if the game result of this time corresponds to the special hit result, the stop pattern (the pattern corresponding to the special hit result) determined by the fluctuation start processing for the lower operating port is deviated and corresponds to the result. Rewrite to the pattern to be done.

Next, the control process for the right operating port will be described with reference to FIGS. 19 and 20.

(Control processing for right operating port)
As shown in FIG. 19, in the control process for the right operating port, first, in step S601, it is determined whether or not the game rotation related to the right operating port 63a is in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the display unit DR for the right operating port of the main display unit 81 is in the variable display to the final display, that is, whether or not the game for one game is being executed. In this determination, the game rotation flag (variation display information) for the right operating port is stored (stored) in the game rotation flag storage area (variation display information storage means) in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. This is done by determining whether or not it is. The game rotation flag for the right operating port is stored when the variable display is started on the display unit DR for the right operating port, and is deleted when the pattern is stopped and the final display is completed.

If the game is not in progress, a negative determination is made in step S601 and the process proceeds to step S602. In step S602, it is determined whether or not the game rotation related to the lower operating port 62a is in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the display unit DL for the lower operating port of the main display unit 81 is in the variable display to the final display, that is, whether or not the game for one game is being executed.

If an affirmative determination is made in step S602, the process proceeds to step S603. In step S603, it is determined whether or not the game times related to the lower operating port 62a correspond to the jackpot result. If an affirmative determination is made in step S603, the control process for the right operating port is terminated as it is. If a negative determination is made in step S603, or if a negative determination is made in step S602, the process proceeds to step S604. In step S604, the total number of hold storage areas of the hold ball storage area 632 is referred to, and the number of hold information for the right operating port, which is the number of hold information stored on hold, is CRN (specifically, the hold information related to the right work port 63a It is determined whether or not the number) is "0". When the reserved storage number CRN for the right operating port is "0", the game times control process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the reserved storage number CRN for the right operating port is not "0", the process proceeds to step S605. In step S605, data setting processing is performed.

In the data setting process of the right operating port 63a, first, the reserved storage number CRN for the right operating port is decremented by 1. After that, the data stored in the first area of the right working port holding area Rb is moved to the second execution area AE2 (see FIG. 10), and the data stored in the storage area of the right working port holding area Rb is shifted. Execute the process to make it.

This data shift process is a process of shifting the data stored in the first to fourth areas in order to the lower area side, and the data in the first area is cleared and the second area → the first area, The data in each area is shifted in the order of the third area → the second area, the fourth area → the third area, and so on. Then, one LED that is lit is turned off at the hold number display unit for the right operating port. In this extinguishing process, contrary to the lighting process executed when the hold information is added, the LEDs of the hold lamp portion for the right operating port are turned off in order from the lower side.

After performing the data setting process described in detail above, in step S606, the right operating port for starting the variable display of the symbol on the main display unit 81 (main display unit D) and the variable display of the symbol on the symbol display device 75. After executing the fluctuation start processing for the right operating port (variation start processing for the right operating port), the game round control process is terminated.

Here, with reference to FIG. 20, the variation start processing for the right operating port in step S606 will be described.

(Variation start processing for right operating port)
In the variation start process for the right operating port, first, the pass / fail determination process is executed in step S701. In the hit / fail determination process, the hit / fail determination information among the various information stored in the second execution area AE2, that is, the numerical information related to the hit random number counter C1, is the jackpot numerical value described above with reference to the hit / miss table for the right operating port. Determine if it matches the information. If the determination result in step S701 is a jackpot result, an affirmative determination is made in step S702 and the process proceeds to step S703.

In step S703, the type determination process is executed. In the type determination process, among the various information stored in the second execution area AE2, the information for type determination, that is, the numerical information acquired from the hit type counter C2 and the distribution stored in the distribution table storage area 622 of the ROM 603. With reference to the table, the information for type determination grasped above is the information group corresponding to the 2R normal jackpot result, the information group corresponding to the 2R probability variation jackpot result, the information group corresponding to the 6R probability variation jackpot result A, and the 6R probability variation jackpot. Information group corresponding to result B, information group corresponding to 6R probability variation jackpot result C, information group corresponding to 6R probability variation jackpot result D, information group corresponding to 6R probability variation jackpot result E, information corresponding to 16R probability variation jackpot result A It is specified which of the group and the information group corresponding to the 16R probability variation jackpot result B is included.

In step S704, the stop result setting process for the jackpot result is executed. Specifically, the stop result table for the jackpot result in which the pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the main display unit D (display unit DR for the right operating port) of the main display unit 81 in the game round is stored in advance in the ROM 603. The identified information is stored in the RAM 604. A plurality of patterns to be stopped and displayed on the main display unit D are set in the stop result table for the jackpot result, and in step S704, information indicating the symbols corresponding to the jackpot result is stored in the RAM 604. Further, in step S704, the game result of this time is the 2R normal jackpot result, the 2R probability variation jackpot result, the 6R probability variation jackpot result A, the 6R probability variation jackpot result B, the 6R probability variation jackpot result C, the 6R probability variation jackpot result D, and the 6R probability variation jackpot result. Information for specifying in the MPU 602 which of the E, 16R probability variation jackpot result A, and 16R probability variation jackpot result B is stored is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. Specifically, if it is a 2R normal jackpot result, the 2R normal flag is stored, if it is a 2R probability variation jackpot result, a 2R probability variation flag is stored, and if it is a 6R probability variation jackpot result A, a 6R probability variation A is stored. The flag is stored, the 6R probability variation B flag is stored when the 6R probability variation jackpot result B is stored, the 6R probability variation C flag is stored when the 6R probability variation jackpot result C, and the 6R probability variation jackpot result D is obtained. Stores the 6R probability variation D flag, stores the 6R probability variation E flag when it is the 6R probability variation jackpot result E, stores the 16R probability variation A flag when it is the 16R probability variation jackpot result A, and stores the 16R probability variation jackpot result B. If, the 16R probability variation B flag is stored.

After executing the setting process of step S704, the process proceeds to step S705. In step S705, it is determined whether or not the game round related to the lower operating port 62a is being executed. If an affirmative determination is made in step S705, the process proceeds to step S706. In step S706, the forced termination flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. When the game times (pattern variation display) related to the lower operating port 62a are executed, the game times (picture variation display) related to the lower operating port 62a are forcibly performed on the way based on this forced end flag. It will be terminated. More specifically, when the game times related to the right operating port 63a correspond to the jackpot result, and beyond the timing when the confirmation display is performed in the game times, the game times related to the lower operating port 62a (corresponding to the disengagement result). ) Can be executed, the game times related to the lower operating port 62a are shortened, and the game times related to the lower operating port 62a are also terminated at the same time as the game times related to the right operating port 63a are completed. In such a case, the pattern that is stopped and displayed in the game round related to the lower operating port 62a corresponds to the disengagement result.

Returning to the description of step S702, if the determination result in step S701 is a special hit result, a negative determination is made in step S702 and an affirmative determination is made in step S707, and the process proceeds to step S708.

In step S708, the stop result setting process for the special hit result is executed. Specifically, the stop result for the special hit result in which the pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the main display unit D (display unit DR for the right operating port) of the main display unit 81 in the game round is stored in advance in the ROM 603. It is specified from the table, and the specified information is stored in the RAM 604. A plurality of patterns to be stopped and displayed on the main display unit D are set in the stop result table for the special hit result, and in step S703, information indicating the pattern corresponding to the special hit result is stored in the RAM 604. If the game result this time is a special hit result, the special hit flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604.

After executing the process of step S707, the process of steps S704 and S705 described above is executed.

If the determination result in step S701 is an incorrect result, a negative determination is made in step S702 and step S707, and the process proceeds to step S709. In step S709, the stop result setting process for the off result is executed. Specifically, the pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the main display unit D (display unit DR for the right operating port) of the main display unit 81 in the game round related to the start of this fluctuation is stored in the ROM 603 in advance. It is specified from the stop result table for the result, and the specified information is stored in the RAM 604.

After executing the process of step S706 or step S709, or when a negative determination is made in step S705, the process proceeds to step S710. In step S710, the variable display time (display duration) setting process is executed. Details of the variable display time setting process will be described later.

After executing the variation display time setting process in step S710, the variation start command and the type command are set in step S711. The fluctuation start command includes information on the fluctuation display time. Here, as described above, the variable display time acquired by referring to the non-reach variable display time table is different from the variable display time acquired by referring to the reach generated variable display time table, and therefore varies. Even if the start command does not include information on the presence or absence of reach occurrence, the notification / effect control device 143, which is a control device on the sub side, can specify the presence or absence of reach occurrence from the information on the fluctuation display time. .. In this respect, it can be said that the fluctuation start command includes information indicating whether or not reach has occurred. The fluctuation start command may include information that directly indicates whether or not reach has occurred.

After executing the setting process of step S711, the process proceeds to step S712, the variation display of the right operating port display unit DR in the main display unit 81 is started, and then the variation start processing for the right operating port is completed. In the process of step S712, the game rotation flag for the right operating port is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. Thereby, in the subsequent processing, it becomes possible to identify that the game times (for example, variable display) related to the right operating port 63a are being executed.

Returning to the description of FIG. 19 again, if an affirmative determination is made in step S601, that is, if it is determined that the game is in progress related to the right operating port 63a, the process proceeds to step S608. In step S608, it is determined whether or not the game round is related to the lower operating port 62a and is the start timing of the game round corresponding to the jackpot result. If a negative determination is made in step S608, the process proceeds to step S609.

In step S609, it is determined whether or not the timing has elapsed the variable display time. If a negative determination is made in step S609, the variation display process is executed in step S610, and then the control process for the right operating port is terminated. In the variable display process of step S610, the pattern is variablely displayed by performing a process of turning on / off various LEDs constituting the display unit DR for the right operating port.

If positive stability is achieved in step S609, the process proceeds to step S612. In step S612, the variable end process is executed. In the variation end processing, the display control of the main display unit 81 is performed so that the pattern is stopped and displayed on the display unit DR for the right operating port so as to be in a predetermined mode.

After setting the variable end command in the following step S613, the game round control process ends. The variation end command set in step S613 is transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S201 in the normal process (FIG. 15). The notification / effect control device 143 executes a process for terminating the effect in the game round based on the reception of the variable end command. Further, the variation end command is transmitted to the display control device 710 via the notification / effect control device 143, and the display control device 710 responds to the game result of the game by receiving the variation end command. The combination of the symbols is confirmed and displayed (final stop display) on the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75. It should be noted that the notification / effect control device 143 and the display control device 710 may independently end the effect for the game round without transmitting the variation end command.

Returning to the description of step S608, if an affirmative determination is made in step S608, the process proceeds to step S611. That is, when the game round related to the lower operating port 62a is the start timing of the game round corresponding to the jackpot result, the process proceeds to step S611. In step S611, the stop result is rewritten.

In the process of rewriting the stop result, first, it is determined whether or not the game times this time correspond to the special hit result. When the special hit result is not supported, the rewriting of the stop pattern (the pattern corresponding to the deviation result) determined by the fluctuation start processing for the right operating port is avoided. On the other hand, if the game result of this time corresponds to the special hit result, the stop pattern (the pattern corresponding to the special hit result) determined by the fluctuation start processing for the right operating port is deviated and corresponds to the result. Rewrite to the pattern to be done. After executing the process of step S611, after executing each of the processes of step S612 and step S613, the control process for the right operating port is terminated.

(Game state transition process)
Next, the game state transition process in step S204 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 21 to 25. As described above, in the present embodiment, the normal game state in which the game progresses based on the entry into the operating ports 62a and 63a and the special game state in which the variable winning devices 64 and 65 are opened (open / close execution mode). ) And are provided. Regarding the normal game state, the lottery mode is the low probability mode and the support mode by the electric accessory 71 is the low frequency support mode. The first normal game state, the lottery mode is the high probability mode and the support mode by the electric accessory 71 is high frequency. The second normal game state, which is the support mode, the lottery mode is the high probability mode, and the support mode by the electric accessory 71 is the low frequency support mode. The third normal game state, the lottery mode is the low probability mode and the support by the electric accessory 71. The mode is composed of a fourth normal game state in which the mode is a high-frequency support mode, and the first normal game state to the fourth normal game state are switched via a special game state corresponding to a jackpot result.

In the game state transition process, first, in step S801, it is determined whether or not the open / close execution mode is in progress. If it is not in the open / close execution mode, the process proceeds to step S802, and it is determined whether or not it is the timing when the game round (specifically, the confirmation display) is completed. If it is not the timing when the game round is finished, the main game state transition process is finished as it is.

If the game round has ended, more specifically, if the preset stop display time (fixed display time) has elapsed since the variable display ended, the process proceeds to step S803, and this time. It is determined whether or not the game result of the game times (the result of the above-mentioned winning / failing lottery) corresponds to the transition to the special game state (open / close execution mode). Specifically, the above-mentioned 8R normal flag, 2R normal flag, 2R probability change flag, 6R probability change A flag, 6R probability change B flag, 6R probability change C flag, 6R probability change D flag, 6R probability change E flag, 16R probability change A are added to the RAM 604. It is determined whether or not the flag or the 16R probability variation B flag is stored. If none of the above flags are stored, the game state transition process is terminated as it is.

When any of the above flags is stored, the start processing of the open / close execution mode is executed in step S804. In the start process, first, the opening waiting time (starting waiting time) for making the variable winning device 65 stand by without starting the opening of the upper large winning opening 311 of the variable winning device 65 for the opening of the open / close execution mode. To set. Specifically, the waiting time information for the opening stored in advance in the ROM 603 is set in the waiting time counter area provided in the various counter areas 634 of the RAM 604.

The waiting time (opening time) for the opening in the present embodiment differs depending on the type of hit. Specifically, the waiting time for the opening in the case of a big hit result is 5 sec, while the waiting time for the opening in the case of a special hit result is shorter than that, specifically 8 msec. It has become.

In the following step S805, it is determined whether or not the opening / closing execution mode of this time corresponds to the jackpot result. If an affirmative determination is made in step S805, the process proceeds to step S806, and a value corresponding to the current jackpot result is set in the round number counter RC provided in various counter areas 634 of the RAM 604. Specifically, if the current jackpot result is a 2R jackpot result, the round number counter RC is set to "2", and if the current jackpot result is a 6R jackpot result, the round number counter RC is set to "6". If the jackpot result this time is an 8R jackpot result, set "8" to the round number counter RC, and if the jackpot result this time is a 16R jackpot result, set "16" to the round number counter RC. "Is set. The round number counter RC is subtracted each time the round progresses, and when the value of the round number counter RC becomes "0", the special game state of this time ends.

In the following step S807, when the high-frequency support mode flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604, the high-frequency support mode flag is deleted. As a result, the support mode is maintained in the low frequency support mode during the special game state corresponding to the jackpot result.

Returning to the description of step S805, if a negative determination is made in step S805, that is, if the game is in a special gaming state triggered by the special hit result, the process proceeds to step S808. In step S808, the second winning mode flag is set in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. After that, in step S809, "1" is set in the round number counter. In the subsequent processing, it is determined that the special game state this time corresponds to the special hit result based on the fact that the second winning mode flag is set.

After executing the process of step S807 or step S809, the process proceeds to step S810. In step S810, the opening command setting process is performed. This set opening command is transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 and the display control device 710 in step S201 in the normal process (FIG. 15). The notification / effect control device 143 determines the content of the effect corresponding to the opening / closing execution mode based on the received opening command, and controls various devices so that the content of the determined effect is executed. The content of this effect includes a display mode in the symbol display device 75, and the determined display mode is output from the notification / effect control device 143 to the display control device 710 as a display content command. In the display control device 710, based on the opening command received from the main control device 162 and the display content command received from the notification / effect control device 143, the display corresponding to the opening / closing execution mode of this time, for example, the display content corresponding to the jackpot The display control of the symbol display device 75 is executed so that the moving image of the character or the like and the background image can be switched.

After executing the opening command setting process in step S810, the external signal setting process is executed in step S811 to end the game state transition process. In the external signal setting process of step S811, it is determined whether or not any of the above-mentioned various jackpot flags and special hit flags is stored in the RAM 604, and if any of the flags is stored, the game hall side. A signal indicating that a big hit or a special hit has occurred is output to the management control device (hall computer HC) of the above. By receiving this external signal, it is grasped that the management control device has shifted to the special gaming state (open / close execution mode).

Returning to the description of step S801, if the open / close execution mode is in progress, an affirmative determination is made in step S801, and the process proceeds to step S812. In step S812, it is determined whether or not the waiting time for the opening has elapsed. If the waiting time for the opening has not elapsed, the game state transition process is terminated as it is. If the waiting time for the opening has elapsed, the large winning opening opening / closing process is executed in step S813.

Here, the large winning opening opening / closing process will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 22 to 24.

(Opening and closing of the winning opening)
As shown in FIG. 22, in the large winning opening opening / closing process, first, in step S901, it is determined whether or not the second winning mode flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. If a negative determination is made in step S901, the process proceeds to step S902 to execute the first opening / closing process. The first opening / closing process is a process executed when the special game state (open / close execution mode) corresponding to the jackpot result is set.

(1st opening / closing process)
As shown in FIG. 23, in the first opening / closing process, first, in step S1001, it is determined whether or not the upper variable winning device 64 (upper large winning opening 311) is open. Specifically, the determination is made based on the driving state of the variable winning drive unit 451 of the upper variable winning device 64. If the upper prize opening 311 is not open, it is determined in step S1002 whether or not the value of the round number counter RC is “0”. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1002, the first opening / closing process is terminated as it is.

If a negative determination is made in step S1002, the process proceeds to step S1003. In step S1003, it is determined whether or not the value of the timer counter TC1 provided in the various counter areas 634 of the RAM 604 is “0”. The timer counter TC1 is a counter that is referred to when grasping the opening time, interval time (inter-round interval time), etc. of the upper prize opening 311 and is used every time the timer interrupt process (see FIG. 14) is executed. The value is subtracted by "1". If a negative determination is made in step S1003, the first opening / closing process is terminated.

If the value of the round number counter RC is not "0" and the value of the timer counter TC1 is "0", the process proceeds to step S1004, and the opening process of the upper variable winning device 64 (upper large winning opening 311) is executed. To do. Specifically, the variable winning drive unit 451 is set to the driving state in order to open the upper winning opening 311.

After that, the processes of steps S100 to S1006 are executed as the closing condition setting process (opening setting process) corresponding to the upper variable winning device 64 (upper large winning opening 311). Specifically, in step S1005, "15000" (corresponding to 30 sec) is set in the timer counter TC1, and in subsequent step S1006, "9" is set in the winning counter PC.

In the following step S1007, it is determined whether or not it is the first round (first round) in the special gaming state this time. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1007, the process proceeds to step S1008. In step S1008, it is determined whether or not the current special game state corresponds to the probability variation jackpot result. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1008, the probability change flow path switching process is executed in step S1009. In the probability change flow path switching process, a drive signal is output to the flow path switching drive unit 452 to move the flow path switching member 316 from the protruding position to the retracted position, and the duration for continuing the output of the drive signal is set. .. This duration is the same as the maximum opening time of the upper prize opening 311. Therefore, when the game balls are continuously fired to the right route, a prize is generated in the advantageous ball entry portion 314 in most of the cases, and the transition to the high probability mode is confirmed.

If a negative determination is made in step S1008, the normal flow path switching process is executed in step S1010. In the normal flow path switching process, as in the probability change flow path switching process, a drive signal is output to the flow path switching drive unit 452 to move the flow path switching member 316 from the protruding position to the retracted position, and the drive signal is moved. Set the duration to continue the output of. This duration is shorter than the maximum opening time of the upper prize opening 311. More specifically, a time shorter than the time required for the game ball flowing into the upper prize winning opening 311 to reach the advantageous ball entry portion 314 (specifically, the detection area of the detection sensor 319) is set. Therefore, even when the game balls are continuously fired to the right route, the winning of the advantageous ball portion 314 is basically avoided.

After executing the flow path switching process in steps S1009 and S1010, or when a negative determination is made in step S1007, the process proceeds to step S1011. In step S1011, the opening command indicating that the upper variable winning device 64 (upper large winning opening 311) has been opened is set, and the first opening / closing process is completed. This set release command is transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S201 in the normal process (see FIG. 15). The notification / effect control device 143 determines the content of the effect corresponding to the release based on the received release command, and controls various devices so that the content of the determined effect is executed.

Returning to the description of step S1001, if it is determined in step S1001 that the upper variable winning device 64 (upper large winning opening 311) is open, the process proceeds to step S1012. In step S1012, it is determined whether or not it is the timing to return the flow path switching member 316 to the protruding position. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the duration set in steps S1009 and S1010 has elapsed. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1012, the output of the drive signal to the flow path switching drive unit 452 is stopped in step S1013, and the flow path switching member 316 is returned to the protruding position.

If a negative determination is made in step S1012, or after the return process of step S1013 is executed, the process proceeds to step S1014. In step S1014, it is determined whether or not the value of the timer counter TC1 is “0”. If the value of the timer counter TC1 is not "0", the process proceeds to step S1015, and whether or not the game ball has won the upper prize winning opening 311 is determined from the upstream detection sensor 317 arranged in the upper variable winning device 64. Judgment is made based on the detection information (detection signal) of.

If a prize has been won, the output process of the prize command is executed in step S1016. The winning command is output to the notification / effect control device 143, and the notification / effect control device 143 changes the display on the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75 based on the winning command.

After executing the command output process in step S1016, the process proceeds to step S1017. In step S1017, the value of the winning counter PC is decremented by 1, and in the following step S1018, it is determined whether or not the value of the winning counter PC is "0". finish.

When an affirmative judgment is made in step S1018, that is, when the value of the winning counter PC is "0", or when a positive judgment is made in step S1014 (that is, it is determined that the value of the timer counter TC1 is "0". In the case of), it means that the conditions for closing the large winning opening have been met. In this case, in step S1019, the variable winning drive unit 451 is put into a non-driving state in order to close the upper variable winning device 64 (upper large winning opening 311).

In the following step S1020, it is determined whether or not the flow path switching member 316 is arranged at the retracted position. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1020, the output of the drive signal to the flow path switching drive unit 452 is stopped in step S1021, and the flow path switching member 316 is returned to the protruding position.

After executing the return process of step S1021 or when a negative determination is made in step S1020, the process proceeds to step S1022 to execute the update process of the round number counter RC. Specifically, when the value of the round number counter RC is not "0", the round number counter RC is decremented by 1, and when the value of the round number counter RC is "0", the round number counter RC is Keep the value of "0".

After that, in step S1023, it is determined whether or not the value of the updated round number counter RC is “0”. If a negative determination is made in step S1023, the process proceeds to step S1024, and "1000" (corresponding to 2.0 sec) is set in the timer counter TC1.

After executing the process of step S1024, a close command is set in step S1025 to end the first open / close process. This set closing command is transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S201 in the normal process (FIG. 15). The notification / effect control device 143 determines the content of the effect corresponding to the closing command based on the received closing command, and controls various devices so that the content of the determined effect is executed.

Returning to the description of step S1023, if it is determined in step S1023 that the value of the round number counter RC is “0”, the process proceeds to step S1026. In step S1026, the ending process is executed. In the start processing, an ending waiting time (5 sec in the present embodiment) for waiting without starting the next game round for the ending of the open / close execution mode is set. Specifically, the waiting time information for the ending stored in advance in the ROM 603 is set in the waiting time counter area provided in the various counter areas 634 of the RAM 604.

Then, in step S1027, after setting the ending command, the first opening / closing process is completed. The set ending command is transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S201 in the normal process (FIG. 15).

Returning to the description of FIG. 22, if an affirmative determination is made in step S901, the second opening / closing process of step S903 is executed. Hereinafter, the second opening / closing process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 24.

(Second opening / closing process)
In the second opening / closing process, first, in step S1101, it is determined whether or not the lower variable winning device 65 (lower large winning opening 341) is open. Specifically, the determination is made based on the driving state of the variable winning drive unit 461 of the lower variable winning device 65. If the lower prize opening 341 is not open, the lower variable winning device 65 (lower prize opening 341) is opened in step S1102. Specifically, the variable winning drive unit 461 is set to the driving state in order to open the lower prize winning opening 341.

After that, the processes of steps S1103 to S1104 are executed as the closing condition setting process (opening setting process) corresponding to the lower variable winning device 65 (lower large winning opening 341). Specifically, in step S1103, "400" (corresponding to 0.8 sec) is set in the timer counter TC1, and in subsequent step S1104, "9" is set in the winning counter PC.

Returning to the description of step S1101, if it is determined in step S1101 that the lower variable winning device 65 (lower large winning opening 341) is open, the process proceeds to step S1105, and the value of the timer counter TC1 is "0". Judge whether or not. If the value of the timer counter TC1 is not "0", the process proceeds to step S1106, and whether or not a game ball has won a prize in the lower prize opening 341 is determined from the ball entry detection sensor provided in the lower variable winning device 65. Judgment is made based on the detection signal.

If a prize has been won, the output process of the prize command is executed in step S1107. The winning command is output to the notification / effect control device 143, and the notification / effect control device 143 changes the display on the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75 based on the winning command.

After executing the command output process in step S1107, the process proceeds to step S1108. In step S1108, the value of the winning counter PC is decremented by 1, and in the following step S1109, it is determined whether or not the value of the winning counter PC is "0". To do.

When an affirmative judgment is made in step S1109, that is, when the value of the winning counter PC is "0", or when a positive judgment is made in step S1105 (that is, it is determined that the value of the timer counter TC1 is "0". In the case of), it means that the conditions for closing the large winning opening have been met. In this case, in step S1110, the variable winning drive unit 461 is put into a non-driving state in order to close the lower variable winning device 65 (lower large winning opening 341).

In the following step S1111, the ending process is executed. In the start processing, an ending waiting time (0.2 sec in the present embodiment) for waiting without starting the next game round for the ending of the open / close execution mode is set. Specifically, the waiting time information for the ending stored in advance in the ROM 603 is set in the waiting time counter area provided in the various counter areas 634 of the RAM 604.

After that, in step S1112, after setting the ending command, the opening / closing process of the main winning opening is completed. The set ending command is transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S201 in the normal process (FIG. 15).

Returning to the description of FIG. 21 again, after executing the large winning opening opening / closing process of step S813, the process proceeds to step S814. In step S814, it is determined whether or not the round number counter RC is “0”. If a negative determination is made in step S814, the game state transition process is terminated as it is. If an affirmative determination is made in step S814, the process proceeds to step S815. In step S815, it is determined whether or not the waiting time for the ending has elapsed. If the waiting time for the ending has not elapsed, the game state transition process is terminated as it is.

On the other hand, when the value of the round number counter RC is "0" and the waiting time for the ending has elapsed, in step S816, after executing the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode, this game End the state transition process. Here, with reference to FIG. 25, the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode will be described.

(Transition processing at the end of open / close execution mode)
In the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode, it is first determined whether or not the special game state this time corresponds to the first winning mode. If it corresponds to the first winning mode, an affirmative determination is made in step S1201 and the process proceeds to step S1202. In step S1202, it is determined whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous ball entry unit 314 during the special game state this time. When the ball has entered the advantageous ball entry unit 314, the high probability mode flag is set in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604 in step S1203. As a result, the lottery mode becomes the high probability mode in the subsequent normal game state.

After executing the process of step S1203, or when a negative determination is made in step S1202, the process proceeds to step S1204. In step S1204, it is determined whether or not the current special game state corresponds to the transition to the high frequency support mode. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1204, the high-frequency support mode flag is set in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604 in step S1205, and the number of games provided in the various counter areas 634 of the RAM 604 in the following step S1206. Set the value corresponding to this jackpot result in the counter. The game count counter is subtracted each time the game count is executed, and when the value of the game count counter becomes "0", the mode shifts from the high frequency support mode to the low frequency support mode.

Although the details will be described later, in the present embodiment, for example, when the 16R probability variation jackpot result is obtained based on the ball entering the right operating port 63a in the second normal gaming state to the third normal gaming state. , The configuration is such that the transition to the high frequency support mode is avoided.

After executing the process of step S1206, or when a negative determination is made in steps S1201 and S1204, the process proceeds to step S1207. In step S1207, the various flags for the special game state (for example, the winning mode flag, the jackpot flag, etc.) stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604 are erased, and the main transition process is completed.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 26 to 28, the electric service support process executed in step S205 of the normal process (see FIG. 15) will be described. FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the electric service support process, FIG. 27 is a schematic view comparing the low frequency support mode and the high frequency support mode, and FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the electric service opening / closing process.

(Processing for electrical support)
In the electric service support process, first, in step S1301, it is determined whether or not the support is in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the supporting flag is stored in the supporting flag storage area provided in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. The supporting flag is a flag that is stored when the electric accessory 71 attached to the right operating port 63a is switched to the open state and is erased when the electric accessory 71 is returned to the closed state.

If the supporting flag is not stored, the process proceeds to step S1302, and it is determined whether or not the support winning flag is stored in the support winning flag storage area provided in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604. The support winning flag is a flag that is stored when the open lottery for whether or not to open the electric accessory 71 is won, and is deleted when the supporting flag is stored.

If the support winning flag is not stored, the process proceeds to step S1303, and it is determined whether or not the value of the timer counter TC2 provided in the various counter areas 634 of the RAM 604 is “0”. If the value of the timer counter TC2 is not "0", the main electric service support process is terminated as it is.

If the value of the timer counter TC2 is "0", the process proceeds to step S1304, and it is determined whether or not it is the end timing of the variation display of the pattern on the through-gate display unit DS. If it is the end timing of the variable display, in step S1305, after setting the off display and setting the timer counter TC2 to "250" (corresponding to 0.5 sec), the main electric service support process is terminated. .. By setting the off display, the variation display of the pattern on the through gate display unit DS is terminated in the state where the off display is stopped and displayed, and this off display is continued for 0.5 sec (FIG. 27). reference).

If the value of the timer counter TC2 is "0" and it is not the end timing of the fluctuation display, the process proceeds to step S1306, and it is determined whether or not the value of the accessory hold storage number SN is larger than "0". If the value of the character hold storage number SN is "0", the main electric service support process is terminated as it is. If the value of the accessory hold storage number SN is larger than "0", it is determined in step S1307 whether or not the support mode is the high frequency support mode.

If the high frequency support mode is in progress, an affirmative determination is made in step S1307, and the process proceeds to step S1308. In step S1308, it is determined by lottery (open lottery) whether or not to support by the electric accessory 71. Specifically, the value stored in the accessory holding ball storage area of the electric service storage area 633 is shifted and stored in the open random number counter C4 value shifted to the execution area and the pass / fail table storage area 621 of the ROM 603. The open lottery is performed with reference to the lottery table for the high frequency support mode. Further, at the same time as the open lottery, "100" (corresponding to 0.2 sec) is set in the timer counter TC2. The timer counter TC2 is decremented by 1 each time the timer interrupt process is activated. After that, the variable display of the pattern on the through-gate display unit DS is continued until the value of the timer counter TC2 becomes “0”, that is, for 0.2 sec (see FIG. 27).

In the following step S1309, it is determined whether or not the result of the open lottery in step S1308 is the winning result (support winning). If the support is not won, the processing for main electric service support is terminated as it is. If the support is won, the support winning flag is set in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604 in step S1310, and the main electric service support process is terminated.

If the low frequency support mode is in progress, a negative determination is made in step S1307, and the process proceeds to step S1311. In step S1311, it is determined by lottery (open lottery) whether or not to support by the electric accessory 71. Specifically, the value stored in the accessory holding ball storage area of the electric service storage area 633 is shifted and stored in the open random number counter C4 value shifted to the execution area and the pass / fail table storage area 621 of the ROM 603. The open lottery is performed with reference to the lottery table for the low frequency support mode. Further, at the same time as the open lottery, "350" (that is, equivalent to 0.7 sec) is set in the timer counter TC2. After that, the variation display of the pattern on the through-gate display unit DS is continued until the value of the timer counter TC2 becomes “0”, that is, for 0.7 sec (see FIG. 27).

In the following step S1312, it is determined whether or not the result of the open lottery in step S1311 is the winning result (support winning). If the support is not won, the processing for main electric service support is terminated as it is. If the support is won, the support winning flag is set in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604 in step S1313, and the main electric service support process is terminated.

The probability of winning support in high-frequency support mode (detailed 249/250) is higher than the probability of winning support in low-frequency support mode (detailed 248/250), and high-frequency support Mode is given preferential treatment.

Returning to the description of step S1302 in FIG. 26, when the support winning flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604, an affirmative determination is made in step S1302, the process proceeds to step S1314, and the value of the timer counter TC2 is set. It is determined whether or not it is "0". If the value of the timer counter TC2 is not "0", the pattern variation display on the through-gate display unit DS is in progress, and the main electric service support process is terminated as it is. When the value of the timer counter TC2 is "0", the hit display is set in step S1315. As a result, the variable display of the pattern on the accessory display unit 44 is terminated in the state where the hit display is stopped and displayed. In the following step S1316, the supporting flag is set in the various flag storage areas 635, the support winning flag stored in the various flag storage areas 635 is erased, and then the main electric service support process is terminated.

Returning to the description of step S1301, when an affirmative determination is made in step S1301, that is, when the supporting flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 635 of the RAM 604, the process proceeds to step S1317 to open and close the electric accessory 71. After executing the electric service opening / closing process for control, the main electric service support process is terminated. Hereinafter, the electric service opening / closing process will be described with reference to FIG. 28.

(Electric service opening / closing process)
In the electric function opening / closing process, first, in step S1401, it is determined whether or not the electric accessory 71 is open. Whether or not the electric accessory 71 is open is determined by whether or not the electric accessory drive unit 332 is in the driving state. If the electric accessory 71 is open, the process proceeds to step S1402, and the number of winnings after opening the right operating port 63a to which the electric accessory 71 is attached reaches the upper limit (“10” in the present embodiment). Judge whether or not. If a negative determination is made in step S1402, the process proceeds to step S1403 to determine whether or not the value of the timer counter TC2 is "0".

If the value of the timer counter TC2 is not "0", the main electric function opening / closing process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the value of the timer counter TC2 is "0", or if it is determined in step S1402 that the number of winnings has reached the upper limit, the process proceeds to step S1404. In step S1404, the closing process of switching (returning) the electric accessory 71 to the closed state is performed. After that, in step S1405, the supporting flags stored in the various flag storage areas 635 are erased, and the main electric function opening / closing process is completed.

Returning to the description of step S1401, if the electric accessory 71 is not open, a negative determination is made in step S1401 and the process proceeds to step S1406. In step S1406, it is determined whether or not the timer counter TC2 is “0”. If the timer counter TC2 is not "0", the main electric function opening / closing process is terminated as it is. When the timer counter TC2 is "0", in step S1407, an opening process for switching the electric accessory 71 to the open state is executed.

After that, in step S1408, it is determined whether or not the high frequency support mode is in progress. If the high-frequency support mode is in progress, the timer counter TC2 is set to "2850" (corresponding to 5.7 sec) in step S1409, and then the main electric function opening / closing process is terminated. On the other hand, when the low frequency support mode is in progress, the timer counter TC2 is set to "40" (corresponding to 0.08 sec) in step S1410, and then the main electric function opening / closing process is terminated (see FIG. 27).

(Relationship between game status and variable display time)
As described above, in the present embodiment, the hold information is acquired based on the entry of the ball into the lower actuating port 62a and the right actuating port 63a, and the pattern or symbol in the game round is based on the acquired hold information. The configuration is such that variable display to confirmed display are executed. Here, the variable display time of the pattern or the pattern is set according to the game state. Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 29 to 31, the configuration related to the setting of the fluctuation display time and the like (variation in the fluctuation display time setting process (see FIG. 18) in the fluctuation start processing for the lower operating port and the fluctuation in the fluctuation start processing for the upper operating port). The display time setting process (see FIG. 19)) will be supplementarily described. FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing a variation display time setting process (variation display time setting process for the lower operating port) in the variation start process for the lower operating port, and FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing a variation display time setting process for the right operating port. Reference numeral 31 denotes a schematic diagram showing the relationship between the gaming state and the variable display time.

(Variable display time setting process for lower operating port)
As shown in FIG. 29, in the variable display time setting process for the lower operating port, first, in step S1501, it is determined whether or not the first normal gaming state is compatible with the low probability mode and the low frequency support mode. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1501, the first normal game state setting process is executed in step S1502, and then the variable display time setting process ends.

In the first normal game state setting process, a table corresponding to the current game time is selected from various variable display time tables for the first normal game state stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603. Then, the variable display time is set according to the number of hold information stored in the hold area Ra for the lower operating port in the hold ball storage area 632 of the RAM 604, the result of the winning / failing lottery, and the presence / absence of reach.

Regarding the variable display time, when comparing the jackpot result and the off result, the former is more likely to be longer than the latter, and in the case of the off result and the reach display does not occur (complete off). In the case of), it is configured to become shorter as the number of stored information on hold increases. In FIG. 31 (a1), the variation display time in the case of complete deviation in the first normal gaming state is illustrated. For example, when the number of stored pending information is "0" or "1", either "12, 13, 14 sec" is set as the variable display time, and the stored pending information When the number is "2", either "7, 8, 9 sec" is set as the variable display time, and when the number of stored information on hold is "3" or "4", it is set. Any of "3, 4, 5 sec" is set as the variable display time. In the first normal game state, the final display time of the symbol on the display unit DL for the lower operating port and the final display time of the symbol on the symbol display device 75 are configured to be "0.5 sec".

Returning to the description of FIG. 29, if a negative determination is made in step S1501, the process proceeds to step S1503. In step S1503, it is determined whether or not the second normal gaming state corresponds to the high probability mode and the high frequency support mode. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1503, the second normal game state setting process is executed in step S1504, and then the variable display time setting process ends.

In the second normal game state setting process, a table corresponding to the current game time is selected from various variable display time tables for the second normal game state stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603. And set the variable display time.

In the second normal game state, unlike the first normal game state, the selection candidate of the variable display time is limited to one regardless of various conditions such as the number of stored information and the result of the winning / failing lottery. ing. Specifically, in the second normal game state, the variable display time is "0.5 sec" and the fixed display time is "0.5 sec" for any of the game times (FIG. 31 (FIG. 31). (See a2)), the variable display time is shorter than that of the first normal game state.

The details will be described later, but in the second normal gaming state, by launching the game ball to the right route formed in the game area PE, the game is more advantageous to the player than when aiming at the left route. It will proceed. The game ball launched to the right route wins a prize in the right operating port 63a, and the game proceeds mainly based on the hold information related to the right operating port 63a. Under such circumstances, the player may be confused by the interruption of the game times corresponding to the lower operating port 62a, which has a lower advantage than the right operating port 63a. In the present embodiment, in consideration of such circumstances, the occurrence of the above-mentioned inconvenience is suppressed by promptly digesting the game times corresponding to the lower operating port 62a after the transition to the second normal game state. ing.

If a negative determination is made in step S1503 of FIG. 29, the process proceeds to step S1505. In step S1505, it is determined whether or not the third normal gaming state corresponds to the high probability mode and the low frequency support mode. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1505, the third normal game state setting process is executed in step S1506, and then the variable display time setting process ends.

In the third normal game state setting process, a table corresponding to the current game time is selected from various variable display time tables for the third normal game state stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603. And set the variable display time.

In the third normal game state, unlike the first normal game state, the selection candidate of the variable display time is limited to one regardless of various conditions such as the number of stored information and the result of the winning / failing lottery. ing. Specifically, in the third normal game state, the variable display time is "0.5 sec" and the fixed display time is "0.5 sec" for any of the game times (FIG. 31 (FIG. 31). See a3)).

If a negative determination is made in step S1505 of FIG. 29, that is, in the case of the fourth normal game state corresponding to the low probability mode and the high frequency support mode, the process proceeds to step S1507, and the setting process for the fourth normal game state is performed. After the execution, the variable display time setting process is terminated.

In the fourth normal game state setting process, a table corresponding to the current game time is selected from the various variable display time tables for the fourth normal game state stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603. And set the variable display time.

In the fourth normal game state, unlike the first normal game state, the selection candidate of the variable display time is limited to one regardless of various conditions such as the number of stored information and the result of the winning / failing lottery. ing. Specifically, in the fourth normal game state, the variable display time is "0.5 sec" and the fixed display time is "0.5 sec" for any of the game times (FIG. 31 (FIG. 31). See a4)).

(Variable display time setting process for right operating port)
As shown in FIG. 30, in the variation display time setting process for the right operating port, first, in step S1601, it is determined whether or not the first normal gaming state is compatible with the low probability mode and the low frequency support mode. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1601, the first normal game state setting process is executed in step S1602, and then the variable display time setting process ends.

In the first normal game state setting process, a table corresponding to the current game time is selected from various variable display time tables for the first normal game state stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603. And set the variable display time. The variable display time table referred to in the variable display time setting process for the right operating port is different from the variable display time table referred to in the variable display time setting process for the lower operating port.

In the first normal game state, regardless of various conditions such as the number of hold information stored in the hold area Rb for the right operating port in the hold ball storage area 632 of the RAM 604, the result of the winning / losing lottery, and the presence / absence of reach. The selection candidate of the variable display time is limited to one. Specifically, in the first normal game state, the variable display time is "600 sec" and the fixed display time is "1 sec" for each game (see FIG. 31 (b1)). .. A game ball launched to the right route in the first normal game state can win a prize in the right operating port 63a, but only "1" prize balls can be obtained by winning a prize in the right operating port 63a, and the right operating port 63a is operated. It is necessary to wait 600 seconds until the lottery result based on the winning of the mouth 63a is obtained. As a result, the act of launching the game ball aiming at the right route in the first normal game state and trying to advance the game in an advantageous manner is suppressed.

Returning to the description of FIG. 30, if a negative determination is made in step S1601, the process proceeds to step S1603. In step S1603, it is determined whether or not the second normal gaming state corresponds to the high probability mode and the high frequency support mode. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1603, the second normal game state setting process is executed in step S1604, and then the variable display time setting process ends.

In the second normal game state setting process, a table corresponding to the current game time is selected from various variable display time tables for the second normal game state stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603. And set the variable display time.

Regarding the variable display time in the second normal game state, the former is more likely to be longer than the latter when comparing the jackpot result with the special hit result and the missed result. In particular, when the reach display does not occur in the case of the deviation result (in the case of complete deviation), the fluctuation display time is shortened as the number of stored information on hold increases. In addition, in the case of a special hit result, the reach display does not occur as in the case of complete loss, and in this case as well, the variable display time is shortened as the number of stored information increases. ing.

FIG. 31 (b2) shows the variable display time in the case of a special hit or a complete loss in the first normal gaming state. For example, when the number of stored information on hold is "0", "13 sec" is set as the variable display time, and when the number of stored information on hold is "1". Is set to "8 sec" as the variable display time, and when the number of stored information on hold is "2", "4 sec" is set as the variable display time, and the number of stored information on hold is "3". "Or" 4 "," 1 sec "is set as the variable display time. In the second normal game state, the final display time of the symbol on the display unit DR for the right operating port and the final display time of the symbol on the symbol display device 75 are unified so as to be "1 sec".

If a negative determination is made in step S1603 of FIG. 30, the process proceeds to step S1605. In step S1605, it is determined whether or not the third normal gaming state corresponds to the high probability mode and the low frequency support mode. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1605, the third normal game state setting process is executed in step S1606, and then the variable display time setting process ends.

In the third normal game state setting process, a table corresponding to the current game time is selected from various variable display time tables for the third normal game state stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603. And set the variable display time.

Regarding the variable display time in the third normal gaming state, the former is more likely to be longer than the latter when comparing the jackpot result with the special hit result and the missed result. In particular, when the reach display does not occur in the case of the deviation result (in the case of complete deviation), the fluctuation display time is shortened as the number of stored information on hold increases. In addition, in the case of a special hit result, the reach display does not occur as in the case of complete loss, and in this case as well, the variable display time is shortened as the number of stored information increases. ing.

FIG. 31 (b3) shows the variable display time in the case of a special hit or a complete loss in the third normal gaming state. For example, when the number of stored information on hold is "0" to "2", "4 sec" is set as the variable display time, and the number of stored information on hold is "3" to "3". If it is "4", "0.5 sec" is set as the variable display time. In the third normal game state, the final display time of the symbol on the display unit DR for the right operating port and the final display time of the symbol on the symbol display device 75 are unified so as to be "1 sec".

If a negative determination is made in step S1605 of FIG. 30, that is, in the case of the fourth normal game state corresponding to the low probability mode and the high frequency support mode, the process proceeds to step S1607 and the setting process for the fourth normal game state is performed. After the execution, the variable display time setting process is terminated.

In the fourth normal game state setting process, a table corresponding to the current game time is selected from the various variable display time tables for the fourth normal game state stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603. And set the variable display time.

Regarding the variable display time in the fourth normal game state, the former is more likely to be longer than the latter when comparing the jackpot result with the special hit result and the missed result. In particular, when the reach display does not occur in the case of the deviation result (in the case of complete deviation), the fluctuation display time is shortened as the number of stored information on hold increases. In addition, in the case of a special hit result, the reach display does not occur as in the case of complete loss, and in this case as well, the variable display time is shortened as the number of stored information increases. ing.

FIG. 31 (b4) shows the variation display time in the case of complete deviation in the first normal gaming state. For example, when the number of stored information on hold is "0", "13 sec" is set as the variable display time, and when the number of stored information on hold is "1". Is set to "8 sec" as the variable display time, and when the number of stored information on hold is "2", "4 sec" is set as the variable display time, and the number of stored information on hold is "3". "Or" 4 "," 2.5 sec "is set as the variable display time. In the second normal game state, the final display time of the symbol on the display unit DR for the right operating port and the final display time of the symbol on the symbol display device 75 are unified so as to be "1 sec".

In the present embodiment, the diversification of the game is realized by switching from the first normal game state to the fourth normal game state. In particular, when shifting to the third normal game state after passing through the second normal game state, the hurdle is configured to depend on the number of games in which the high-frequency support mode is continued (hereinafter, referred to as "time reduction number"). There is. Hereinafter, the relationship between the types of jackpot results and the number of time reductions will be described with reference to the schematic diagram of FIG.

(Time saving number of times)
If an 8R normal jackpot result is obtained based on the winning of the lower operating port 62a, the number of time reductions is "50" regardless of whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous ball entry portion 314 and the game state at the time of winning. Is set. As described above, in the special game state (open / close execution mode) corresponding to the 8R normal jackpot result, the advantageous entry portion 314 is temporarily opened, but the game ball that has flowed into the upper prize opening 311 is advantageous. The advantageous entry portion 314 is closed before reaching the ball portion 314, so that entry into the advantageous entry portion 314 is substantially avoided.

If the 6R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained based on the winning of the lower operating port 62a, the number of time reductions is "100" regardless of whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous ball portion 314 and the game state at the time of winning. The times are set. When the 6R probability variation jackpot result B is obtained, "70" times are set as the number of time reductions regardless of whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous ball entry portion 314 and the game state at the time of winning. When the 6R probability variation jackpot result is C, "50" times are set as the number of time reductions regardless of whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous ball entry portion 314 and the game state at the time of winning. When the 6R probability variation jackpot result D is obtained, "30" times are set as the number of time reductions regardless of whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous ball entry portion 314 and the game state at the time of winning. When the 6R probability variation jackpot result E is obtained, "10" times are set as the number of time reductions regardless of whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous ball entry portion 314 and the game state at the time of winning.

As described above, in the special game state (open / close execution mode) corresponding to the 6R probability variation jackpot results A to 6R probability variation jackpot results E, when the game ball is continuously launched toward the right route. Is configured so that the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314 in most of the cases, and it is suppressed that the transition to the high probability mode is avoided even though the probability variation jackpot result is obtained. ..

When the 16R probability variation jackpot result A or the 16R probability variation jackpot result B is obtained based on the winning of the lower operating port 62a, regardless of whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous entry section 314 and the game state at the time of winning, "0" times are set as the number of time reductions. That is, these jackpot results do not shift to the normal game state corresponding to the high frequency support mode after the end of the special game state (open / close execution mode). Specifically, when a ball enters the advantageous ball entry section 314, it shifts to the second normal gaming state corresponding to the high probability mode and the low frequency support mode, and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry section 314. If not, the game shifts to the first normal gaming state corresponding to the low probability mode and the low frequency support mode.

If a 2R normal jackpot result is obtained based on a prize in the right operating port 63a, the number of time reductions is "50" regardless of whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous ball portion 314 and the game state at the time of winning. Is set. As described above, in the special game state (open / close execution mode) corresponding to the 2R normal jackpot result, the advantageous entry portion 314 is temporarily opened, but the gaming ball that has flowed into the upper prize opening 311 is advantageous. The advantageous entry portion 314 is closed before reaching the ball portion 314, so that entry into the advantageous entry portion 314 is substantially avoided.

If a 2R probability variation jackpot result is obtained based on a prize in the right operating port 63a, the number of time reductions is "50" regardless of whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous ball section 314 and the game state at the time of winning. Set.

If the ball does not enter the advantageous ball portion 314 even though the 6R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained based on the winning of the right operating port 63a, "100" times is set as the number of time reductions. To. When the 6R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314, the number of time reductions set differs depending on the gaming state at the time when the 6R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained. If the 6R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained during the first normal game state, "1000" times is set as the number of time reductions, and the 6R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained during the second normal game state to the fourth normal game state. In that case, "100" times is set as the number of time reductions.

When the 6R probability variation jackpot result B is obtained based on the winning of the right operating port 63a, the number of time reductions is set according to the presence or absence of the ball entering the advantageous ball portion 314 and the gaming state at the time of winning. Specifically, if the ball does not enter the advantageous ball entry section 314 even though the 6R probability variation jackpot result B is obtained in the first normal game state, "100" times is set as the number of time reductions. If the ball does not enter the advantageous ball entry section 314 even though the 6R probability variation jackpot result B is obtained in the second normal game state to the fourth normal game state, the number of time reductions is ". 70 "times are set. On the other hand, when the 6R probability variation jackpot result B is obtained in the first normal game state and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314, "1000" times is set as the number of time reductions, and the second normal game state. -When the 6R probability variation jackpot result B is obtained in the fourth normal game state and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314, "70 times" is set as the number of time reductions.

When the 6R probability variation jackpot result C is obtained based on the winning of the right operating port 63a, the number of time reductions is set according to the presence or absence of the ball entering the advantageous ball portion 314 and the gaming state at the time of winning. Specifically, if the ball does not enter the advantageous ball entry section 314 even though the 6R probability variation jackpot result C is obtained in the first normal game state, "100" times is set as the number of time reductions. If the ball does not enter the advantageous ball entry section 314 even though the 6R probability variation jackpot result C is obtained in the second normal game state to the fourth normal game state, the number of time reductions is ". "50" times is set. On the other hand, when the 6R probability variation jackpot result C is obtained in the first normal game state and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314, "1000" times is set as the number of time reductions, and the second normal game state. -When the 6R probability variation jackpot result C is obtained in the fourth normal game state and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314, "50 times" is set as the number of time reductions.

When the 6R probability variation jackpot result D is obtained based on the winning of the right operating port 63a, the number of time reductions is set according to the presence or absence of the ball entering the advantageous ball portion 314 and the gaming state at the time of winning. Specifically, if the ball does not enter the advantageous ball entry section 314 even though the 6R probability variation jackpot result D is obtained in the first normal game state, "100" times is set as the number of time reductions. If the ball does not enter the advantageous ball entry section 314 even though the 6R probability variation jackpot result D is obtained in the second normal game state to the fourth normal game state, the number of time reductions is ". "30" times is set. On the other hand, when the 6R probability variation jackpot result D is obtained in the first normal game state and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314, "1000" times is set as the number of time reductions, and the second normal game state. -When the 6R probability variation jackpot result D is obtained in the fourth normal game state and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314, "30 times" is set as the number of time reductions.

When the 6R probability variation jackpot result E is obtained based on the winning of the right operating port 63a, the number of time reductions is set according to the presence or absence of the ball entering the advantageous ball portion 314 and the gaming state at the time of winning. Specifically, if the ball does not enter the advantageous ball entry section 314 even though the 6R probability variation jackpot result E is obtained in the first normal game state, "100" times is set as the number of time reductions. If the ball does not enter the advantageous ball entry section 314 even though the 6R probability variation jackpot result E is obtained in the second normal game state to the fourth normal game state, the number of time reductions is ". "10" times is set. On the other hand, when the 6R probability variation jackpot result E is obtained in the first normal game state and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314, "1000" times is set as the number of time reductions, and the second normal game state. -When the 6R probability variation jackpot result E is obtained in the fourth normal game state and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314, "10 times" is set as the number of time reductions.

When the 16R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained based on the winning of the right operating port 63a, the number of time reductions is set according to the presence or absence of the ball entering the advantageous ball portion 314 and the gaming state at the time of winning. Specifically, if the ball does not enter the advantageous ball entry section 314 even though the 16R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained in the first normal game state, "100" times is set as the number of time reductions. It is set and shifts to the high frequency support mode (shifts to the 4th normal game state). If the ball does not enter the advantageous entry section 314 even though the 6R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained in the second normal game state to the fourth normal game state, the number of time reductions is "0" times. Is set and does not shift to the high frequency support mode (shifts to the first normal game state). On the other hand, when the 16R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained in the first normal game state and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314, "1000" times is set as the number of time reductions, and the high frequency support mode is entered. Transition (shift to the second normal gaming state). In the 2nd normal game state to the 4th normal game state, 16R probability variation jackpot result A is obtained, and when a ball enters the advantageous ball entry section 314, "0" times are set as the number of time reductions, and the high frequency support mode is used. Does not shift to (shifts to the second normal gaming state).

If the 16R probability variation jackpot result B is obtained based on the winning of the right operating port 63a, the number of time reductions is "0" regardless of whether or not the ball has entered the advantageous ball portion 314 and the game state at the time of winning. The times are set. Specifically, when the ball does not enter the advantageous ball entry section 314, it shifts to the first normal gaming state corresponding to the low probability mode and the low frequency support mode, and the ball enters the advantageous ball entry section 314. When the above occurs, the game shifts to the second normal gaming state corresponding to the high probability mode and the low frequency support mode.

Here, in the present embodiment, the special gaming state (opening / closing execution mode) that shifts when a big hit result is obtained is set to the first winning mode and the second winning mode in which the variable winning device to be opened and the opening / closing mode are different. It is roughly divided. If a big hit result is obtained, the game shifts to a special gaming state corresponding to the first winning mode. In the special gaming state corresponding to the first winning mode (hereinafter referred to as the first special gaming state), the upper variable winning device 64 is set as an opening target, and a predetermined opening time (30 sec in detail) elapses or a predetermined number (detailed in detail). The opening is repeated with the occurrence of 9) balls as one round and the upper limit of multiple rounds. On the other hand, if a special hit result is obtained, the game shifts to a special game letter corresponding to the second winning mode. In the special gaming state corresponding to the second winning mode (hereinafter referred to as the second special gaming state), the lower variable winning device 65 is set as an opening target, and a predetermined opening time (0.8 sec in detail) elapses or a predetermined number. The second special gaming state ends when any of the occurrences of (9 in detail) is established. In this way, the first special game state is set so that the winning frequency is relatively high, and the second special game state is set so that the winning frequency is relatively low, and the number of prize balls that can be obtained is set. There is a difference.

(Flow of the game)
Next, with reference to FIG. 33, a basic game flow will be described. FIG. 33 is a block diagram showing the flow of the game.

In the first normal gaming state corresponding to the low probability mode and the low frequency support mode, the jackpot lottery is executed by winning a prize in the lower operating port 62a arranged in the gaming area PE (left route). The first normal gaming state is set so that the player's advantage is lower than that of the other normal gaming states.

When various jackpot results are obtained in the first normal game state, the game shifts to the first special game state (open / close execution mode). In the first special game state, the advantageous entry portion 314 is opened according to the type of jackpot result. When a ball enters the advantageous ball entry unit 314 during the first special game state, the lottery mode after the end of the first special game state becomes the high probability mode. If the ball does not enter the advantageous ball portion 314 during the first special game state, the lottery mode after the end of the first special game state becomes the low probability mode.

Specifically, when the first special game state this time is triggered by the 8R normal jackpot result or the 2R normal jackpot result, the entry into the advantageous entry section 314 is substantially avoided. Therefore, the gaming state after the end of the first special gaming state becomes the fourth normal gaming state corresponding to the low probability mode and the high frequency support mode. When the fourth normal game state is maintained until the number of game times executed in the fourth normal game state reaches the specified number (50 times in the present embodiment), and the number of executed game times reaches the specified number. It shifts to the first normal game state set so that the advantage of the player is lower than that of the fourth normal game state. Regarding the fourth normal game state, although the number of games is limited, the game can be advanced while suppressing the decrease in the number of balls held by the support of the electric accessory 71. Then, since it can be expected that the ball enters the right operating port 63a, which is favored so that the distribution of the jackpot results is advantageous to the player, the second normal game state and the third normal game state, which are more advantageous than the fourth normal game state, are expected. It will be a chance to shift to the game state.

As described above, when a prize is generated in the right operating port 63a, a special winning result is obtained in most of the lottery based on the prize. That is, in the fourth normal game state, a special hit result is obtained in almost all game times, and the game shifts to the second special game state in each game time. When the second special gaming state is entered, the lower variable winning device 65 is opened, but most of the gaming balls launched to the right route win a prize in the right operating port 63a and from the gaming area PE. It will be discharged, and the winning of the lower variable winning device 65 is suppressed. Hereinafter, the movement of the game ball in the fourth normal game state will be described with reference to the schematic view of FIG. 34.

In the fourth normal gaming state, the opening time of the electric accessory 71 is extended from 0.08 sec to 5.7 sec, so that the number of winnings to the right operating port 63a increases. Then, the fluctuation display time of the through-gate display unit DS is shortened from 0.7 sec to 0.2 sec, so that the time (first interval time) in which the electric accessory 71 is maintained in the closed state is shortened, and the right operation is performed. The number of game balls passing through the mouth 63a is reduced. As a result, most of the game balls launched to the right route enter the right operating port 63a.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 34 (a) → 34 (b) → 34 (c), the shutter 331 of the electric accessory 71 is in the closed position based on the passage of the game ball through the through gate 66. The upstream passage portion 322 is cut off by moving from the to the open position. As a result, the game ball passing through the upstream passage portion 322 flows into the right operating port 63a. Here, the time required for the game ball to pass over the shutter 331 (the first specific region SE1) is set to be slightly longer than the first interval time, so that the time is directed toward the right route. When the game balls are continuously fired, most of the game balls flow into the right operating port 63a, and the movement to the lower variable winning device 65 side is avoided.

The number of prize balls paid out by winning the lower variable winning device 65 (lower large winning opening 341) is "10", and the prize paid out by winning the right operating ball portion 63 (right operating opening 63a). The number of spheres is more than "1". However, as described above, most of the game balls launched to the right route win the right operating opening 63a, and the winning balls by winning the lower prize opening 341 are rare. Therefore, in the fourth normal game state, although it is possible to proceed with the game while suppressing the decrease in the number of balls held, it is practically difficult to increase the number of balls held.

In the present embodiment, when the game balls are continuously fired to the right route in the fourth normal game state, the firing interval time is "0.6 sec", and the closing time of the electric accessory 71 is approximately ". "0.7 sec", the opening time of the electric accessory 71 is "5.7 sec", the time required for the game round is "2 sec", and the time required for the second special game state is "0.8 sec". For the above reasons, when the game balls are continuously fired to the right route in the 4th normal game state, a prize exceeding the holding upper limit of the right operating port 63a, that is, an over winning in which new holding information is not acquired. Will occur frequently. Even in this case, since the prize ball based on the winning of the right operating port 63a is secured, the reduction speed of the possessed ball is obviously slowed down.

Returning to the explanation of FIG. 33, when the first special game state of this time is triggered by the 6R probability variation jackpot result A to 6R probability variation jackpot result E or the 2R probability variation jackpot result, the launch of the game ball toward the right route is continued. As long as this is done, the ball will enter the advantageous ball entry section 314. Therefore, in most cases, the gaming state after the end of the first special gaming state is the second normal gaming state corresponding to the high probability mode and the high frequency support mode.

In the second normal game state, the second normal game state is maintained and executed until the number of game times executed in the second normal game state reaches a specified number (10 to 100 times in the present embodiment). When the number of games played reaches the specified number, the game shifts to the third normal game state, which is more advantageous to the player than the second normal game state.

During the second normal game state, the game count counter is displayed on the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75 as information corresponding to the number of remaining games until the specified number is reached. The displayed game times counter is counted down as the game times progress, and when the specified number is reached and the remaining number of times reaches "0 times", a display effect corresponding to the transition to the third normal game state is displayed. Will be executed. As a result, the transition to the third normal gaming state is clarified.

The second normal game state also corresponds to the high frequency support mode as in the fourth normal game state, and the game can be advanced while suppressing the decrease of the number of balls held by the support of the electric accessory 71. At this time, although the lower variable winning device 65 is opened by winning the right operating port 63a, most of the game balls launched to the right route win the right operating port 63a and move to the downstream side of the right operating port 63a. Reaching to the arranged lower variable winning device 65 is suppressed. Therefore, it is substantially difficult to increase the number of balls held in the second normal game state as in the fourth normal game state. Please refer to FIG. 34 for the flow of the game ball in the second normal game state.

When the number of pending information (number of pending information) is "3" to "4" in the second normal game state, the variable display time is "1 sec", and the variable display time in the fourth normal game state (the variable display time). It is shorter than "2.5 sec"). By shortening the variable display time in this way, the second normal game state is differentiated so that the progress speed of the game is faster than that of the fourth normal game state.

When the number of game times digested without a big hit result is reached in the second normal game state, the support mode is switched from the high frequency support mode to the low frequency support mode. In the present embodiment, unlike the high-frequency support mode, the upper limit of the number of games is not set in the high-probability mode. Therefore, when the specified number is reached, the game shifts to the third normal gaming state corresponding to the high probability mode and the low frequency support mode.

As described above, when a prize is generated in the right operating port 63a, a special winning result is obtained in most of the lottery based on the prize. That is, in the third normal game state, a special hit result is obtained in almost all game times, and the game shifts to the second special game state in each game time. This point is the same as the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state.

However, when the state shifts to the second special game state, the lower variable winning device 65 is opened, but a part of the game balls launched to the right route passes through the right operating port 63a and goes down. Heading toward the side variable winning device 65, the number of balls held will increase as a result of winning the lower variable winning device 65. Hereinafter, the movement of the game ball in the third normal game state will be described with reference to the schematic views of FIGS. 35 to 36.

The third normal game state corresponds to the low frequency support mode, the opening time of the electric accessory 71 is shortened from "5.7 sec" to "0.08 sec", and the fluctuation display of the through gate display unit DS. The time is extended from "0.2 sec" to "0.7 sec". That is, the period in which the electric accessory 71 is in the closed state becomes longer, and the period in which the electric accessory 71 is in the open state becomes shorter. Here, as described above, the shutter 331 is maintained in the closed state as the sum "1.2 sec" of the variable display time "0.7 sec" and the confirmed display time "0.5 sec" of the pattern on the through gate display unit DS. Time, that is, the actual interval time (hereinafter referred to as the second interval time). The second interval time is set to be longer than the time required for the game ball to pass above the shutter 331 (first specific region SE1). Therefore, a part of the game ball launched to the right route passes through the right operating port 63a and heads for the lower variable winning device 65. That is, the number of winnings to the right operating port 63a decreases, and the number of game balls passing through the right operating port 63a increases. As a result, the number of prizes in the lower prize opening 341 increases.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 35 (a) → 35 (b) → 35 (c), the shutter 331 of the electric accessory 71 is in the closed position based on the passage of the game ball through the through gate 66. The upstream passage portion 322 is cut off by moving from the to the open position. As a result, the game ball passing through the upstream passage portion 322 flows into the right operating port 63a. When a prize is generated in the right operating port 63a, most of the lottery results are special winning results, and the lower variable winning device 65 is opened.

As shown in FIG. 35 (d) → FIG. 36 (e), when a game ball passing through the right operating port 63a wins a prize on the lower variable winning device 65 side, “10” prize balls are paid out. The number of prize balls paid out by winning the lower variable winning device 65 (lower large winning opening 341) is the number of prize balls paid out by winning the right operating ball portion 63 (right operating opening 63a). There are more than one. As a result, the number of balls held will increase.

Here, the time required to pass through the first specific region SE1 is longer than the firing cycle "0.6 sec" of the game ball, and the electric accessory 71 is in the open state → closed state → open state. The interval time is "1.2 sec". The time "0.08 sec" for which the electric accessory 71 is maintained in the open state is longer than the time required for the game ball mounted on the shutter 331 to pass through the right operating port 63a. Therefore, when the game balls are continuously fired to the right route, a prize of 1 is generated in the right operating port 63a every time the electric accessory 71 is opened, and the ball entering unit 70 is reached. Approximately half of the game balls will win a prize in the right operating port 63a.

Further, in the third normal game state, when the number of stored information (holding number) is "3" to "4", the variation display time of the pattern of the display unit DR for the right operating port is 0.5 sec. Yes, the final display time is 1 sec. That is, the interval time required for the lower variable winning device 65 to change from the accepted state to the non-accepted state to the accepted state when the transition to the second special gaming state is continuous is "1.5 secc". The time required for the game ball that has reached the lower variable winning device 65 to pass through the second specific region SE2 is longer than the interval time. Therefore, among the game balls that have passed through the right operating port 63a, most of the game balls that have reached the lower variable winning device 65 will be awarded to the lower large winning opening 341 (FIG. 36 (e), FIG. 36 (f)). In general, although some thinning may occur, about one in two game balls launched on the right route and reaching the entry unit 70 win the right operating port 63a, and about one in two wins the lower prize opening. A configuration that wins 341 has been realized.

In the third normal game state, the number of winnings and the winning rate in the right operating port 63a are not as high as those in the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state, but the ball entering the right operating port 63a is constant. The game proceeds so that the number of pending information (number of pending information) related to the right operating port 63a changes from "3" to "4". However, strictly speaking, in the 2nd normal game state and the 4th normal game state, the winnings are frequently generated so as to greatly exceed the upper limit of the number of holds, whereas in the 3rd normal game state, the number of holds is increased. Only a few prizes will be awarded that slightly exceed the upper limit. However, considering that new hold information is not acquired when a prize exceeding the upper limit occurs, the actual transition of the number of holds is not affected as much as the difference in the number of prizes and the prize rate. In other words, in the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state, a prize is likely to occur so as to exceed the upper limit of the number of holds, and a prize in which hold information is not acquired as compared with the third normal game state is obtained. It is differentiated to be more.

Here, the condition for shifting from the second normal gaming state to the third normal gaming state is to digest the upper limit (specified number of times or time saving number of times) set at the time of transitioning to the second normal gaming state. However, this upper limit differs depending on the type of jackpot result that triggered the transition to the second normal gaming state. For example, in the 2R probability variation jackpot result, "50" times is set as the upper limit, in the 6R probability variation jackpot result A, "100" times is set as the upper limit, and in the 6R probability variation jackpot result B, "70" times is set as the upper limit, and 6R. In the probability variation jackpot result C, "50" times is set as the upper limit, in the 6R probability variation jackpot result D, "30" times is set as the upper limit, and in the 6R probability variation jackpot result E, "10" times is set as the upper limit. That is, the probability of transition to the third normal gaming state increases in the order of 6R probability variation jackpot result A <6R probability variation jackpot result B <6R probability variation jackpot result C, 2R probability variation jackpot result <6R probability variation jackpot result D <6R probability variation jackpot result E. It is configured as follows. By providing a difference in the transition hurdle to the third normal game state in this way, diversification of the game is realized.

If a big hit result is obtained in the third normal gaming state, the game shifts to the first special gaming state. If the first special gaming state this time is triggered by the 16R probability variation jackpot result A or the 16R probability variation jackpot result B, immediately after the end of the first special gaming state, it returns to the third normal gaming state and has. It will be a chance to increase the number of balls. On the other hand, if the third normal game state of this time is triggered by any of the 2R probability variation jackpot result, the 6R probability variation jackpot result A to the 6R probability variation jackpot result E, after the first special gaming state is completed, The game shifts to the second normal gaming state, and the game is performed with the aim of shifting to the third normal gaming state again.

In the present embodiment, although there is a chance of returning to the third normal gaming state in any of the normal gaming states of the second normal gaming state and the fourth normal gaming state, the second normal gaming state is passed through. When the return to the third normal game state is taken into consideration, a difference is provided so that the return to the second normal game state is easier than the fourth normal game state.

As described in detail above, the pachinko machine 10 shown in the present embodiment is configured to generate two states in which the number of balls held is different, and the combination of these two increases is advantageous for the player. It suppresses the progress of the game from becoming monotonous in the game state. Here, with reference to FIG. 37, the relationship between the flow of the game and the ball held by the pachinko machine 10 will be supplementarily described.

When the game ball is launched to the left route in the first normal game state, the number of balls held decreases as the game progresses. In such a situation where investment continues, a big hit result is obtained, and when the player shifts to the first special gaming state, the number of balls held increases significantly due to frequent winning of the upper variable winning device 64. Specifically, the first special game state has a configuration in which substantially nine balls can be inserted during the round game. Since 14 game balls are paid out by one prize, 126 game balls can be obtained in one round. Then, since this round game is repeated a plurality of times after an interval time of 2 sec, there is a chance that a large number of game balls can be acquired at one time.

In the first round in the first special gaming state, the advantageous entry portion 314 is opened. When a ball enters the advantageous ball entry portion 314 in this round, the ball shifts to the second normal gaming state after the end of the first special gaming state. In the second normal game state, the support mode of the electric accessory 71 becomes the high frequency support mode. In the high-frequency support mode, most of the game balls launched to the right route win a prize in the right operating port 63a, but the number of prize balls paid out by winning a prize in the right operating port 63a is one. Then, considering that a part of the game balls launched to the right route is discharged from the game area PE without winning any prize ball corresponding entry part, the ball is held even in the second normal game state. Will gradually decrease. However, since the prize ball can be obtained by winning the right operating port 63a, the rate of decrease of the possessed ball is slower than that in the first normal gaming state.

As described above, when the number of game times digested without a jackpot result after the transition to the second normal gaming state reaches the above upper limit, the transition to the third normal gaming state is performed. In the third normal game state, although the high probability mode is maintained, the support mode is switched to the low frequency support mode, and the number of game balls passing through the right operating port 63a increases. Then, most of the game balls that have passed through the right operating port 63a will be awarded to the lower prize opening 341. As described above, about half of the game balls that have reached the winning unit 70 go to the lower variable winning device 65, and each time the lower variable winning device 65 is in the receiving state in the second special gaming state. Approximately one prize will be generated. Since the number of prize balls paid out by winning the lower variable winning device 65 is 10, the number of balls held increases by 10 each time the player shifts to the second special gaming state. That is, the number of balls held increases by about 10 for each game. In view of these circumstances, when the player shifts to the third normal gaming state, the transition to the third special gaming state may be repeated until the next big hit result is obtained as a special hit result. It will be a chance to greatly increase the number of balls.

According to the embodiment described in detail above, the following excellent effects are obtained.

Since the second normal game state corresponds to the high probability mode, it can be expected that a big hit result will be obtained early, but in some cases, unfortunately, the game may proceed without a big hit result. If the game progresses without a big hit result and the support mode is switched to the low frequency support mode even though the expectation for the big hit result is increasing, the player's game There is concern that motivation will drop significantly. In this regard, in the configuration shown in the present embodiment, when the number of games reaches the reference number in the second normal game state corresponding to the high probability mode and the high frequency support mode without a winning result, the reference number of times is reached. Upon arrival, the game shifts to the third normal game state corresponding to the high probability mode and the low frequency support mode. The third normal game state is configured to be more advantageous to the player than the second normal game state, and the game can be further favorably advanced by upgrading to the third normal game state. By relieving the player with such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the motivation for playing.

Specifically, in the third normal gaming state, as the opening frequency of the right operating port 63a decreases, the number of game balls passing through the right operating port 63a increases, and the game balls passing through the right operating port 63a pass through. , Most of them will enter the lower prize opening 341. That is, although the winning probability hardly changes in the entire winning unit 70, the breakdown of the winning destinations changes, and the number of winnings in the lower large winning opening 341 increases. The lower prize opening 341 is given preferential treatment so that the number of prize balls is larger than that of the right operating opening 63a, and as a result, the benefits (prize balls) obtained by the same investment are increased compared to the second normal game state. It becomes. Specifically, as described above, in the second normal game state, the number of balls held gradually decreases as the game progresses, while in the third normal game state, the number of balls held gradually increases as the game progresses. The third normal game state will be continued at least until the next big hit result, and it will be a chance to increase the number of balls held.

Further, in the third normal game state, the time required for the game is slightly shorter than that in the second normal game state, and even when the intervention in the second special game state is continuous. The occurrence of inconveniences such as slowing down the progress of the game is suppressed.

In the third normal game state, the opening of the lower prize winning opening 341 is triggered by the entry of the ball into the right operating opening 63a. Here, although the winning probability of the right operating port 63a is lower than that of the second normal gaming state, the lowering of the winning probability is suppressed so that the hold information related to the right operating port 63a can be sufficiently acquired. There is. That is, the inconvenience that the opening frequency of the lower large winning opening 341 decreases due to the decrease in the winning probability of the right operating opening 63a is suppressed.

If a jackpot result occurs during the third normal game state, most of them (excluding the 2R normal jackpot result and the 16R probability variation jackpot result) will shift to the second normal game state, and the above-mentioned relief function is excessive. Is avoided. However, even if the player is demoted from the third normal game state, if the transition destination becomes the second normal game state, the game can be re-shifted to the third normal game state. It is possible to suppress a sudden decrease in the player's willingness to play.

During the third game state, the right route is given preferential treatment to the player as compared with the left route, so it is assumed that the launch destination of the game ball is mainly the right route. The game ball launched to the right route is avoided from entering the lower operating port 62a and enters the right operating port 63a. Here, the number of time reductions set when a big hit result is obtained in the game times related to the right operating port 63a is calculated from the number of time reductions set when a big hit result is obtained in the game times related to the lower operating port 62a. Is also biased so that it is generally reduced. For this reason, if a big hit result is obtained in the third normal game state, it is demoted to the second normal game state as a trigger, but the number of time reductions to be reset is given preferential treatment so as to be relatively small. There is. As a result, the hurdle for activating the relief function is lower in the second normal gaming state transitioned from the third normal gaming state than in the second normal gaming state shifted from the first normal gaming state. This is a device for alleviating the decrease in motivation for playing with the end of the third normal gaming state.

Further, in the present embodiment, when a 2R normal jackpot result is obtained in the third normal game state, the game shifts to the first normal game state and 50 times is set as the number of time reductions, and in the third normal game state. When the result is a 2R probability variation jackpot, the game shifts to the second normal game state, and the same 50 times are set as the number of time reductions. In each of these normal game states, the display effect on the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75, the BGM output from the speaker unit 29, and the like are standardized, and it is possible to identify which normal game state is in the appearance. Is becoming difficult. Therefore, it is unclear whether the player is promoted to the third normal game state or demoted to the first normal game state until the set number of time reductions is exhausted. In this way, even if the same number of time reductions is set, the game state after digesting the number of time reductions is divided into the advantageous side and the disadvantageous side depending on the game state, thereby suppressing the monotony of the game and the degree of attention to the game. Can contribute to improvement.

As described above, in the configuration in which the gaming state can be changed to the advantageous side / disadvantage side by the time saving number of times digestion, the player's attention tends to be directed to the remaining number of times until the time saving number of times digestion. In such a situation where the attention to the game is increasing, if the number of balls held is greatly reduced, it is assumed that the motivation to play the game is likely to decrease due to the increasing attention to the game. To. Therefore, as shown in the present embodiment, the high-frequency support mode is supported for both the fourth normal game state that shifts with the 2R normal jackpot result as a trigger and the second normal game state that shifts with the 2R probability variation jackpot result as a trigger. It is possible to suppress the occurrence of such inconvenience by suppressing the decrease in the number of balls held.

In addition, in a configuration in which the game state is changed by digesting a reduced number of times, it is feared that the delay in the progress of the game in the process reduces the impact and hinders the effect of improving the degree of attention to the game. In this regard, as shown in the present embodiment, the progress of the game up to the time saving number of times is facilitated by shortening the variable display time and the like, so that such a concern can be suitably dispelled.

Furthermore, in a configuration in which the game state is divided into an advantageous side and a disadvantageous side by the time saving number of times digestion, the degree of attention to the game can be expected to increase, but the time until the time saving number of times digestion is extended, which causes fatigue of the player. There is concern that it will increase. In this respect, facilitating the progress of the game by the above configuration is advantageous in reducing the fatigue of the player by suppressing the extension of the game times and shortening the process until the time is shortened. It is also preferable to set a certain number of time reductions for branching.

When the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state are compared, the former corresponds to the high probability mode, while the latter corresponds to the low probability mode. For this reason, even if it is difficult to identify which game state is in which the display effect is shared as described above, it is possible to contribute to the diversification of the game by providing a difference in the chance of a big hit result during the game state. it can.

As described above, after shifting from the first normal game state to the second normal game state through the first special game state, the number of games executed in the second normal game state reaches the upper limit (time reduction number). As a result, the player shifts to the third normal gaming state, which is more advantageous to the player. The above upper limit includes "100 times", "70 times", "50 times", "30 times", and "10 times", and the hurdle to shift to the third normal gaming state differs depending on which upper limit is set. Occurs. That is, a second normal gaming state in which it is easy to shift to the third normal gaming state and a second normal gaming state in which it is difficult to shift to the third normal gaming state will occur. By diversifying the second normal game state and providing a plurality of hurdles for transition to the third normal game state in this way, it is possible to suppress the monotony of the game in the normal game state and improve the degree of attention to the game. Can contribute.

In order to enhance the sharpness of the game while suppressing an excessive bias of the advantage, it is preferable to raise the set upper limit to some extent to suppress the probability of reaching the upper limit. However, on the other hand, if the upper limit becomes too large, the game to reach the upper limit will be delayed or the impression that it will be virtually impossible to reach will become stronger, and the diversification of the game will improve the interest of the game. It is feared that the effect of trying to achieve this will not be exhibited well. In this regard, as shown in the present embodiment, if the lottery mode in the second normal game state is defined to be the high probability mode, it is possible to suppress the frequent occurrence of the upper limit even if the upper limit is lowered. The occurrence of the above-mentioned various inconveniences can be suitably suppressed.

The transition (promotion) to the third normal gaming state is accompanied by a certain degree of tension, and if such tension continues for an excessively long time, it becomes a factor that increases the fatigue of the player. Therefore, in the second normal game state, an upper limit is set for the number of games executed based on the ball entering the right operating port 63a, and in the second normal game state, it is easy to enter the right operating port 63a. The game can be rapidly advanced by the configuration. As a result, it is possible to alleviate the fatigue caused by the improvement of the degree of attention to the game.

Further, in the second normal game state, the game can be advanced quickly by configuring the variation display time of the symbol to be shorter than in the first normal game state. As a result, it is possible to alleviate the fatigue caused by the improvement of the degree of attention to the game.

In particular, according to the combination with the high frequency support mode, the fluctuation display time is shortened in addition to the increase in the frequency of entering the right operating port 63a, so that the upper limit is expected to be reached. The game in the second normal game state can be smoothly advanced. As a result, the effect of alleviating fatigue can be more preferably exerted.

Transition to the 1st special game state in the 4th normal game state For a player who has experienced digesting the number of time reductions without winning the lottery, it is realistic to reach the upper limit when the 2nd normal game state is reached. It can give the impression that it is a real thing. With such a configuration, it can be expected that the degree of attention to the game at the time of transition to the second normal game state will be improved.

If a big hit result is obtained during the second normal game state, the game shifts to the first special game state, and after the end of the first special game state, the game returns to the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state. There will be a divergence from the case of transition (demotion). Thereby, the monotonicization of the game can be suitably suppressed. Further, even if a big hit result is obtained while the game is being advanced aiming at the upper limit in the second normal game state, there is a possibility that the game returns to the second normal game state again. When returning to the second normal gaming state, the transition to the third normal gaming state can be re-challenged by setting a new upper limit. Therefore, it is possible to suitably suppress the decrease in the motivation for playing due to the transition to the first special gaming state.

The transition conditions for transitioning from the second normal gaming state to the most advantageous third normal gaming state are alleviated when a jackpot result occurs in the second normal gaming state and the player returns to the second normal gaming state through the special gaming state. There are times. In this way, if the hurdle to the third normal game state is lowered when the second normal game state loops, the effect of suppressing the monotony of the game can be suitably exhibited by using a plurality of normal game states in combination. be able to.

As shown in the present embodiment, in the gaming machine in which the result of the jackpot triggers the transition (demotion) from the second normal gaming state to the first normal gaming state, the second normal gaming state is set. The game is played with the expectation that it will not result in a big hit. Here, if a big hit result is obtained, the player may be demoted to the first normal game state, while the conditions for returning to the second normal game state and shifting to the third normal game state may be relaxed. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player's willingness to play from rapidly decreasing when a big hit result is obtained in the second normal gaming state.

In addition, when the winning result is obtained in the second normal game state, not only the hurdle to the third normal game state is necessarily lowered, but also a case where the hurdle is raised is provided to give a feeling of tension to the game. Can be done.

In the configuration of stepping up in the order of the first normal game state → the second normal game state → the third normal game state, the jackpot result is obtained despite the transition to the second normal game state, and the third normal game state is reached. When an event such as a distant transition occurs frequently, it tends to give the impression that the game in the second normal game state has been delayed. This can be an obstacle in increasing the attention to the game. Here, as shown in the present embodiment, when a big hit result is obtained during the second normal game state, the rate of lowering the hurdle is higher than the rate of raising the hurdle, so that a plurality of normal game states are obtained. It is possible to make the step-up of the game state lighter while using the above together.

When a game ball is launched on the left route in the first normal game state, a big hit lottery is executed based on the ball entering the lower operating port 62a. When the result of this lottery is a big hit and the player shifts to the second normal game state, it is easy to set a transition condition (time reduction number of times) that is relatively difficult to establish. On the other hand, after the transition to the second normal game state, the game ball is launched on the right route, and the main entry destination of the game ball becomes the right operating port 63a. When the jackpot lottery is executed based on the ball entering the right operating port 63a, the jackpot result is obtained, and the player returns to the second normal gaming state through the first special gaming state, the transition condition (which is relatively easy to establish) The number of time reductions) is easier to set. With such a configuration, by utilizing the existing configuration of the game machine, it is possible to preferably embody the various technical ideas described above while avoiding the complexity of the configuration and the like.

In the ball entry unit 70 shown in the present embodiment, the time required for the game ball flowing down the right route to pass over the shutter 331 (specific area SE1) of the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 is in the high frequency support mode. It is longer than the sum of the variable display time and the final display time of the pattern on the through-gate display unit DS. Therefore, during the high-frequency support mode, most of the game balls that have reached the ball entry unit 70 (right-handed ball entry unit 63) enter the right-handed ball entry 63a. That is, the game ball launched to the right route during the high-frequency support mode flows into the right operating port 63a, and the ball entering the lower winning opening 341 is suppressed. On the other hand, the required time is shorter than the sum of the variable display time and the fixed display time in the low frequency support mode. Therefore, even when the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 continuously switches to the receiving state during the low-frequency support mode, a part of the game ball that has reached the shutter 331 passes through the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 and lowers. Head to the big prize opening 341. In this way, while the high-frequency support mode suppresses the entry of balls into the lower-ranking winning opening 341, the number of balls entering the lower-ranking winning opening 341 increases during the low-frequency support mode, so that the game progresses. It can make a clear difference.

Here, in order to reduce the number of game balls (spills) that pass through the right operating port 63a and head toward the lower prize opening 341 during the low frequency support mode in order to differentiate each support mode, the above-mentioned variable display time and confirmation display You can shorten the time. However, if those times are simply shortened, firing / stopping is performed according to the result displayed on the through-gate display unit DS (progressing the game so as to be advantageous to the player as much as possible). This becomes difficult, and the significance of providing the display unit DS for the through gate is diminished. In this respect, according to the configuration shown in the present embodiment, it is possible to suppress the fluctuation display time and the final display time in the through-gate display unit DS from becoming extremely short while suppressing the above-mentioned spill. As a result, it is possible to suitably improve the degree of attention to the game.

In a configuration in which the entry into the lower prize opening 341 is given preferential treatment over the entry into the right operating opening 63a, it is assumed that the player plays the game in anticipation of entering the lower entrance 341. Will be done. With such a configuration, it is not preferable that an excessive number of balls are entered into the lower prize opening 341 because it causes an imbalance in the game. In this respect, it is possible to avoid the movement of the game ball toward the lower prize winning opening 341 while shortening the time for the right-side operating ball entry unit 63 to be in the receiving state as much as possible, so that the occurrence of such inconvenience can be suitably suppressed. .. Then, shortening the time to be in the accepting state is advantageous in promoting the expectation of the player so that the game ball flows down toward the lower prize opening 341, and the time to be in the accepting state becomes longer. It is possible to preferably suppress that the expectation of entering the ball into the lower prize opening 341 is reduced.

A situation in which the lower variable winning device 65 is opened by making the passage length of the intermediate passage portion 323 connecting the right-side operating ball entry unit 63 and the lower variable winning device 65 shorter than the passage length related to the specific area SE1. It becomes easier to give the player the impression that the game ball that has reached the right-hand actuated ball entry portion 63 can enter the first ball-entry section immediately if it can pass through the right-side actuated ball entry section 63, and the right-hand actuated ball. It is possible to contribute to improving the degree of attention to the behavior of the game ball that has reached the shutter 331 of the unit 63 and the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63.

Since most of the game balls that have flowed into the ball entry unit 70 can enter either the right operating port 63a or the lower large winning opening 341, the combination of the right operating port 63a and the lower large winning opening 341 allows one large ball to enter. You can make it look like the department is being built. It is advantageous to improve the satisfaction of the player by making it appear as if the large ball entry section secures the entry opportunity of the game ball. Here, by making the passage length of the intermediate passage portion 323 shorter than the passage length of the passage portions (specific areas SE1 and SE2) configured by each shutter, both ball entry portions (right operating port 63a and lower size) are used. The sense of unity of the winning opening 341) can be strengthened. Thereby, the above impression can be strengthened.

In this type of large-sized ball entry section, when the main entry destination is switched between the right operating port 63a / lower large winning opening 341 depending on the situation, the entry into the lower large winning opening 341 should not occur. Therefore, there is a high possibility that the game hall will suffer a disadvantage due to the occurrence of a ball entering the lower prize opening 341. In consideration of such circumstances, a connecting passage (intermediate passage portion 323) is provided between the lower winning opening 341 and the right operating opening 63a to delay the movement of the game ball toward the lower winning opening 341. There is technical significance in thinning out. If the intermediate passage portion 323 is lengthened to some extent, those functions can be appropriately exerted, but on the other hand, the sense of unity between the two entry portions (right operating port 63a and lower prize winning opening 341) becomes low, and 1 There is concern that the impression that it is a large ball entry section will be diminished. In this regard, as shown in the present embodiment, the shutters of both entry portions (right operating opening 63a and lower prize winning opening 341) are inclined downward to the left, and the intermediate passage portion 323 intersects the inclination direction. By offsetting the positions of the ball entry section (right operating port 63a and lower prize winning opening 341) up and down, both ball entry sections (right operating section) can be earned while gaining the passage length of the intermediate passage section 323. It is possible to reduce the decrease in the sense of unity between the mouth 63a and the lower prize winning mouth 341).

The game ball that has flowed into the discharge passage provided at the intermediate position of the intermediate passage portion 323 is discharged from the game area PE as it is, and the arrival at the lower prize opening 341 is avoided. In this way, a part of the game ball that has passed through the right-side actuating ball entry portion 63 is discharged from the game area PE without flowing into the lower prize winning opening 341, so that the game that has flowed into the intermediate passage portion 323. Compared with the configuration in which the ball faces the out port 68, the impression that the ball is the large-sized ball entry portion of 1 described above can be strengthened.

In a configuration in which the lower winning opening 341 is given preferential treatment to the player over the right operating opening 63a, it is expected that the game ball will pass through the right operating opening 63a and head toward the lower winning opening 341. Then, the firing operation is executed, and it is assumed that the player's attention is easily directed to the movement of the game ball from the right operating port 63a to the intermediate passage portion 323. Here, in a configuration in which a deceleration unit (protrusions 335a, 336a) is provided in the passage portion (specific region SE1) formed by the shutter 331 to extend the passage time, the deceleration portion is biased toward the intermediate passage portion 323 side. By arranging the game balls in such a manner, it is possible to easily follow the movement of the game ball at a place where the player's attention is likely to be directed. This can contribute to further improvement in attention.

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The content is not limited to the description of the above-described embodiment, and may be implemented as follows, for example. Incidentally, each of the following configurations may be individually applied to the above-described embodiment, or a part or all of them may be combined and applied to the above-described embodiment.

(1) In the above embodiment, in the second normal game state corresponding to the high probability mode and the high frequency support mode, the number of balls held decreases (slightly decreases) as the game progresses. It is also possible to change this so that the number of balls held increases as the game progresses even in the second normal game state. However, in order to provide a difference in advantage between the second normal game state and the third normal game state so that the latter is more advantageous, for example, the rate of increase of the ball held in the second normal game state is the third. It is preferable that the configuration is such that the speed of increase of the ball held in the normal game state is suppressed to be lower than the speed of increase.

(2) In the above-described embodiment, when the time reduction is completed without a big hit result even though the mode is shifted to the high probability mode, the third normal game which is more advantageous to the player including the meaning of the relief. It was configured to shift to the state. In view of such a relief function, it suffices that the third normal game state is configured to be at least more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state, and the ball is held as compared with, for example, the second normal game state. It is also possible to have a configuration in which the rate of decrease of is slow. In addition, as shown in the above-described modification (1), when the configuration in which the number of balls held is increased even in the second normal game state is used together, the speed of increase of the balls held in the third normal game state is the second normal game. It may be configured to be lower than the state.

(3) In the above embodiment, for example, when the 16R probability variation jackpot result B is obtained, the high probability mode and the low frequency support mode are supported without going through the second normal gaming state corresponding to the high probability mode and the high frequency support mode. The configuration is such that the player shifts to the third normal gaming state, but the present invention is not limited to this. Regardless of which jackpot result is obtained, it is possible to configure the configuration in which it is necessary to go through the second normal gaming state in order to shift to the third normal gaming state.

(4) In the above embodiment, the number of time reductions that function as a hurdle for shifting to the third normal game state, that is, the number of games in which the support mode is maintained in the high frequency support mode, is different depending on the type of jackpot result. , It is also possible to keep the number of time reductions constant regardless of the type of jackpot result. For example, in any case of the 2R probability variation jackpot result, the 6R probability variation jackpot result, and the 16R probability variation jackpot result, it is preferable to unify the number of games maintained in the high frequency support mode to be N times. When making such a change, it is preferable to unify the number of games maintained in the high frequency support mode when shifting to the fourth normal game state after the 2R normal jackpot result or the 8R normal jackpot result.

(5) In the above embodiment, if a big hit result is obtained during the normal gaming state corresponding to the high probability mode, the normal gaming state corresponding to the low probability mode can be shifted to. That is, the configuration is such that the third normal game state can be terminated with the jackpot result as a trigger. In addition to or instead of this, when the number of games executed after the transition to the high-probability mode reaches a predetermined number (for example, M times), the mode may be shifted to the low-probability mode. In this case, by making the number of games in which the high-probability mode is maintained larger than the number of games in which the high-frequency support mode is maintained (the number of time reductions), the third normal game state in which the number of times is limited after the second normal game state is reached. It is possible to realize a configuration that shifts to.

(6) In the above embodiment, the probability variation jackpot result is obtained based on the range of the number of time reductions set when the probability variation jackpot result is obtained based on the winning of the lower operating port 62a and the winning of the right operating port 63a. In this case, the range of the number of time reductions set is set to be "0" to "100", and the distribution of the number of time reductions is differentiated so that the latter is less than the former. By doing so, the superiority of the right operating port 63a over the lower operating port 62a was secured. When the probability variation jackpot result is obtained in the second special gaming state and the player shifts to the second special gaming state again, the hurdle for transition to the third normal gaming state is expected to be lower than before the probability variation jackpot result, that is, the third. In order to raise the expectation that the number of games required to shift to the normal game state will be reduced, the maximum value of the number of time reductions set when the probability variation jackpot result is obtained based on the winning of the right operating port 63a is operated below. It may be configured to be less than the maximum value of the number of time reductions set when the probability variation jackpot result is obtained based on the winning of the mouth 62a. If the probability variation jackpot result is obtained based on the winning of the right operating port 63a, the number of time reductions may be "0", that is, the transition to the third normal gaming state may be confirmed.

Further, in the above embodiment, the number of time reductions is not shortened in a part of the case where the probability variation jackpot result is obtained in the second normal game state, but the probability variation jackpot result is obtained in the second normal game state. It is also possible to shorten the number of time reductions in all of the above. For example, the first time reduction number (for example, 50 times) set when the probability variation jackpot result is obtained based on the entry into the lower operating port 62a is the probability variation jackpot result based on the entry into the right actuation port 63a. It may be specified to be larger than the second time reduction number (for example, 30 times) set in the case of. In addition, in order to make it appear as if the number of time reductions remaining at the time when the probability variation jackpot result is obtained in the second normal game state is shortened when returning to the second normal game state, it is based on the entry into the right operating port 63a. It is also possible to set the number of time reductions set when the probabilistic jackpot result is obtained to "0" times.

(7) In the above embodiment, the third normal gaming state is configured so that the variation display time of the pattern in the display unit DR for the right operating port is shorter than that in the second normal gaming state. Although the game progress is facilitated in the normal game state, the game is not limited to this. The third normal game state is configured so that the variation display time of the pattern on the display unit DR for the right operating port is longer than that of the second normal game state, or the second normal game state and the third normal game state It is also possible to configure the display unit DR for the right operating port so that the variable display time of the pattern is the same length.

(8) The number of time reductions set when the 2R normal jackpot result is obtained in the second normal game state and the number of time reductions set when the 2R probability variation jackpot result is obtained are both "50" times. In this case, the game state is displayed on the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75 and the speaker unit 29 in both the case of returning to the second normal game state through the special game state and the case of shifting (demotion) to the fourth normal game state. The effect suggesting the above may be the same, and the player may be configured to make it difficult or impossible to distinguish between the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state. If the gaming state is made unclear in this way, when the number of time reductions becomes "0", the game shifts (promotes) to the third normal gaming state, which is more advantageous than the second normal gaming state, or the second There will be a branch of whether to shift (demotion) to the first normal game state, which is more disadvantageous than the normal game state. As a result, it is possible to preferably increase the tension when the time saving number of times set at the time of transition to the gaming state is exhausted.

(9) In the above embodiment, the result of the lottery based on the winning of the through gate 66 is displayed on the through gate display unit DS of the main display unit 81, but the present invention is not limited to this. Absent. It is also possible to display the result of the lottery based on the winning of the through gate 66 on another display unit such as the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75.

(10) In the above embodiment, the upper variable winning device 64 and the through gate 66 are arranged on the right route upstream of the right-handed ball entry portion 63, but the present invention is not limited to this. It is also possible to dispose the upper variable winning device 64 and the through gate 66 on the right route downstream of the right-handed ball entry portion 63.

(11) In the above embodiment, the final display time of the pattern on the display unit DL for the lower operating port is set to be shorter than the final display time of the pattern on the display unit DR for the right operating port, but the present invention is limited to this. It is not something that is done. For example, the final display time of the pattern on the display unit DR for the right operating port may be shorter than the final display time of the pattern on the display unit DL for the lower operating port, or the display unit DR for the right operating port and the lower The fixed display time of the pattern on the display unit DL for the operation port may be aligned.

Further, in the above embodiment, the fixed display time of the pattern in the lower operating port display unit DL and the right operating port display unit DR is not changed in any of the normal gaming states. The final display time of the lower actuating port display unit DL and the right actuating port display unit DR may be changed according to the type. For example, the confirmation display time may be shortened in the order of the first normal game state → the second normal game state → the third normal game state.

(12) In the above embodiment, the lower variable winning device 65 is opened in the second special gaming state, and the right-side actuating ball enters the flow path (right route) toward the lower variable winning device 65. Although the portion 63 is arranged, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it is also possible to arrange a configuration corresponding to the lower variable winning device 65 on the flow path toward the right-side actuating ball entry portion 63.

(13) In the above embodiment, the ridges 335a and 336a are provided as deceleration means for decelerating the game ball rolling on the shutter 331 of the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63, but the ridges 335a and 336a pass over the shutter 331. The specific configuration for earning the required time is arbitrary. For example, the upper limit of the shutter 331 may be provided with irregularities so that the flow path meanders up and down.

Further, the ridges 335a and 336a were arranged biased to the downstream part (intermediate passage 323 side) in the upstream passage 322, but the ridges 335a and 336a were arranged in the upstream part and the middle flow part in the upstream passage 322. It is also possible to place it in.

(14) In the above embodiment, the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 and the lower variable winning device 65 are arranged so as to be offset vertically, and the ball passage in the ball entry unit 70 is cranked up and down. It is also possible to arrange the actuating ball entry unit 63 and the lower variable winning device 65 side by side in a row.

(15) In the above embodiment, the intermediate passage portion 323 as the "communication passage portion" is branched at an intermediate position, and a part of the game ball passing through the intermediate passage portion 323 is attached to the lower variable winning device 65. Although it is configured to be discharged from the game area PE without being guided, it is not necessary to form the above-mentioned branch in the intermediate passage portion 323.

Further, the game balls flowing out from the middle position of the ball passage through the intermediate passage portion 323 are discharged from the game area PE without passing through the out port 68, but these game balls are guided to the out port 68. It may be configured.

(16) The right-side actuating ball entry portion 63 shown in the above embodiment has a configuration in which the shutter 331 slides in the front-rear direction to switch between the open state and the closed state, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the shutter may be switched between the open state and the closed state by sliding in the left-right direction or the up-down direction. The shutter 331 does not necessarily have to be a slide type, and a rotary type can be used.

Similarly, the shutter 345 of the lower variable winning device 65 slides in the front-rear direction to switch between the open state and the closed state, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the shutter may be switched between the open state and the closed state by sliding in the left-right direction or the up-down direction. The shutter 345 does not necessarily have to be a slide type, but can be a rotary type.

Further, the upper variable winning device 64 shown in the above embodiment has a configuration in which the shutter 315 is rotated in parallel with the front surface of the game board 60 to switch between the open state and the closed state, but the present invention is limited to this. is not it. For example, the shutter may be switched between the open state and the closed state by rotating in the direction intersecting the front surface of the game board. The shutter 315 does not necessarily have to be a rotary type, and a slide type can be used.

(17) In the above embodiment, the time required for the game ball to pass over the shutter 331 of the right-side actuating ball entry unit 63 is set from the interval time during which the shutter 331 is maintained in the closed state in the high-frequency support mode. Although it was shorter than the interval time during which the shutter 331 was maintained in the closed state in the low frequency support mode, the predetermined time may be arbitrarily changed.

(18) In the above embodiment, the transition to the high probability mode is determined by entering the advantageous ball entry unit 314 provided in the upper variable winning device 64, but the advantageous ball entry unit 314 is omitted. However, it is also possible to have a configuration in which the transition to the high probability mode is confirmed when the probability variation jackpot result is obtained.

(19) In the above embodiment, the lottery based on the entry into the lower operating port 62a does not result in a special hit result, but this has been changed to the lottery based on the entry into the lower operating opening 62a. May also have a configuration that results in a special hit.

(20) In the above embodiment, the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75 is configured to display the number of remaining time reductions, that is, the number of remaining games until the transition to the third normal game state. The remaining number of times displayed on the display screen 75a does not necessarily have to match the remaining time reduction number, and may indicate the remaining time reduction number.

In this case, for example, it is difficult to identify from the display which of "100 times", "70 times", "50 times", "30 open", and "10 times" is set as the number of time reductions. Therefore, the interest of the game can be improved. When such a display is performed, for example, when the executed game times are "10 times", "30 times", "50 times", and "70 times", the game shifts to the third normal game state. By executing the display effect to the effect that there is a possibility, it is possible to suppress the monotonization of the game during the second normal game state.

In the second normal gaming state where the number of time reductions is "50 times", for example, if "100 times" is displayed as a display corresponding to the number of time reductions, the actual number of time reductions is "10 times", "30 times", " The possibility of "50 times", "70 times", or "100 times" remains. In this case, for the corresponding display, for example, after the number of executed game times reaches a specific number, the number of multiple subtractions during one game time is increased, and "0 times" is displayed as the display at the time of time saving. It is also possible.

(21) In the above embodiment, a difference is provided in the variation display time when the number of reservations is "3" or more between the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state, but the present invention is not limited to this. .. Even when the number of holds is "3" or more, it is possible to share the variable display time.

(22) If a big hit result is obtained in the second normal game state and the newly set number of time reductions is less than the remaining number of time reductions, the player is notified to that effect. It is preferable to have a configuration that clearly indicates that the third normal game state is approaching.

(23) In the above embodiment, the first normal gaming state to the third normal gaming state are differentiated by the combination of the support mode and the lottery mode, but the present invention is not limited to this. For each normal game state, the specific configuration is arbitrary as long as a difference that is advantageous to the player is secured in the order of the first normal game state <the second normal game state <the third normal game state. .. For example, as a lottery mode, a medium-probability mode is provided in which the probability of winning is higher than that of the low-probability mode and the probability of winning is lower than that of the high-probability mode. Differentiation may be attempted so that the state corresponds to the medium probability mode and the third normal game state corresponds to the high probability mode. Even in this case, the configuration is such that when the reference number of game times has passed without a big hit result even though the mode has been changed to the medium probability mode, the state is changed to the third normal game state corresponding to the high probability mode. Therefore, the decrease in the player's motivation to play can be suitably suppressed. In the case of such a configuration, it is arbitrary whether each normal game state corresponds to the high frequency support mode or the low frequency support mode as long as the above-mentioned advantageous / disadvantage relationship can be secured. ..

(24) Another type of pachinko machine different from the above embodiment, for example, a pachinko machine in which the electric accessory is opened a predetermined number of times when the game ball enters a specific area of the special device, or a game ball in a specific area of the special device. The present invention can also be applied to a pachinko machine, which is a big hit when a right is entered, a pachinko machine equipped with other accessories, an arrange ball machine, a game machine such as a sparrow ball, and the like.

In addition, a non-bullet type gaming machine, for example, a plurality of reels having a plurality of types of symbols attached in the circumferential direction is provided, the reels are started to rotate by inserting medals and operating the start lever, and the stop switch is operated. After the reels have stopped after a predetermined time has passed, if a specific symbol or a combination of specific symbols is established on the effective line that can be seen from the display window, a privilege such as a medal payout is given to the player. The present invention can also be applied to slot machines.

Further, a pachinko machine and a slot machine equipped with a take-in device, in which a predetermined number of game balls stored in the storage unit are taken in by the take-in device and then the start lever is operated to start the rotation of the reel. The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine in which and is fused.

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Hereinafter, the characteristic configurations extracted from the above-described embodiments will be described while showing the effects and the like as necessary. In the following, for the sake of easy understanding, the corresponding configurations in the above-described embodiment are appropriately shown in parentheses or the like, but the present invention is not limited to the specific configurations shown in the parentheses or the like.

<Characteristic A group>
The following feature A group is described in that "a game machine such as a pachinko machine has a game board in which a game area is formed and a game ball launching means for launching a game ball into the game area based on a launch operation by a player. Some of them are provided. When a game ball launched from a game ball launching means enters a ball entry portion provided in the game area, a privilege such as paying out a predetermined number of game balls is given to the player. Regarding the background technology of "(for example, see Patent Document 1)", there is an invention that "in the above-mentioned type of gaming machine, there is still room for improvement in its configuration in order to increase the degree of attention to the game." It was made with the problem to be solved.

Features A1. Special information acquisition means (a function of executing information acquisition processing in MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for acquiring special information (holding information) when a predetermined acquisition condition (entry into the operation port 62a) is satisfied, and
An acquisition information storage means (holding ball storage area 632 of RAM 604) capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and
The lottery process is executed by the determination means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that sequentially determines whether or not the special information stored in the acquired information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information (for example, winning information). Function) and
A pattern display means (for example, a main display unit 81) having a display unit (for example, a display unit DR for an operating port) and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit,
A stop result corresponding to the result of the determination by starting the variable display of the pattern in the pattern display means prior to the determination by the determination means or based on the determination made by the determination means. Is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game time, and the pattern of each game time is variablely displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. A game time control means for controlling the pattern display means (for example, a function of executing the game time control process by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) and
The determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, and the gaming state is changed from the normal gaming state to the player based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. It is equipped with a special game state transition means (a function of executing a game state transition process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) to shift to a special game state (for example, open / close execution mode) which is advantageous to the player.
As the normal game state, the first normal game state (the first normal game state corresponding to the low probability mode and the low frequency support mode) and the second normal game state (high) which is more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state. The second normal game state corresponding to the probability mode and the high frequency support mode) and the third normal game state (the third normal game state corresponding to the high probability mode and the low frequency support mode) which is more advantageous to the player than the second normal game state. (Game state) is provided,
A second normal game state transition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 executes a process for shifting to the second normal game state) for shifting the game state to the second normal game state upon the end of the special game state. Function to do) and
When the second normal game state transition means shifts to the second normal game state, the upper limit setting means (to the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for setting the upper limit (time reduction number) of the number of games in the second normal game state. Function to set the number of time reductions) and
When the first upper limit is set as the upper limit by the upper limit setting means, the gaming state is changed from the second normal gaming state based on the number of games played in the second normal gaming state reaching the first upper limit. When the player shifts to the third normal gaming state and the upper limit setting means sets a second upper limit that is larger than the first upper limit, the number of games played in the second normal gaming state is the second upper limit. The third normal game state transition means (shift to the third normal game state by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for shifting the game state from the second normal game state to the third normal game state based on the achievement of A game machine characterized in that it is equipped with a function to execute processing for.

According to the feature A1, after shifting from the first normal game state to the second normal game state through the special game state, the number of games executed in the second normal game state reaches the upper limit, and the player further It shifts to the third normal game state which is advantageous to. The first upper limit and the second upper limit are included as the upper limit, and there is a difference in the hurdle to shift to the third normal gaming state between the case where the first upper limit is set and the case where the second upper limit is set. That is, a second normal gaming state in which the transition to the third normal gaming state is easy and a second normal gaming state in which the transition to the third normal gaming state is difficult occurs. By diversifying the second normal game state and providing a plurality of hurdles for transition to the third normal game state in this way, it is possible to suppress the monotony of the game in the normal game state and improve the degree of attention to the game. Can contribute.

In addition, the configuration shown in this feature is defined as "a game board in which a game area is formed, and a special information acquisition means for acquiring special information when a ball enters the starting ball entry portion provided in the game area." , The acquisition information storage means capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and the determination as to whether or not the special information stored in the acquisition information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information. The determination means that sequentially performs the determination means, the pattern display means that has a display unit and can variably display the pattern on the display unit, and the determination means that the determination is made prior to the determination by the determination means or by the determination means. The variable display of the pattern is started by the pattern display means based on the fact that the pattern is displayed, the stop result corresponding to the result of the determination is displayed, and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one of the game times. The game time control means that controls the pattern display means so that the pattern of each game time is variably displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means, and the determination result by the determination means are predetermined determinations. The determination result corresponds to the information, and the gaming state is shifted to a special gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. The game state transition means is provided, and as the normal game state, the first normal game state, the second normal game state which is more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state, and the second normal game state are further provided. A third normal game state, which is advantageous to the player, is provided, and means for switching the game state to the first normal game state, the second normal game state, and the third normal game state according to the game situation. It is also possible to say, "A game machine characterized by having."

Feature A2. A game board (game board 60) in which a game area (game area PE) is formed, and
Information in the special information acquisition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for acquiring special information (holding information) when a ball enters the starting ball entry unit (for example, the right operating port 63a) provided in the game area. Function to execute acquisition process) and
An acquisition information storage means (holding ball storage area 632 of RAM 604) capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and
The lottery process is executed by the determination means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that sequentially determines whether or not the special information stored in the acquired information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information (for example, winning information). Function) and
A pattern display means (for example, a main display unit 81) having a display unit (for example, a display unit DR for an operating port) and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit,
A stop result corresponding to the result of the determination by starting the variable display of the pattern in the pattern display means prior to the determination by the determination means or based on the determination made by the determination means. Is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game time, and the pattern of each game time is variablely displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. A game time control means for controlling the pattern display means (for example, a function of executing the game time control process by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) and
The determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, and the gaming state is changed from the normal gaming state to the player based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. It is equipped with a special game state transition means (a function of executing a game state transition process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) to shift to a special game state (for example, open / close execution mode) which is advantageous to the player.
As the normal game state, the first normal game state (the first normal game state corresponding to the low probability mode and the low frequency support mode) and the second normal game state (high) which is more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state. The second normal game state corresponding to the probability mode and the high frequency support mode) and the third normal game state (the third normal game state corresponding to the high probability mode and the low frequency support mode) which is more advantageous to the player than the second normal game state. (Game state) is provided,
A second normal game state transition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 executes a process for shifting to the second normal game state) for shifting the game state to the second normal game state upon the end of the special game state. Function to do) and
When the second normal game state transition means shifts to the second normal game state, the upper limit setting means (to the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for setting the upper limit (time reduction number) of the number of games in the second normal game state. Function to set the number of time reductions) and
When the first upper limit is set as the upper limit by the upper limit setting means, the gaming state is changed from the second normal gaming state based on the number of games played in the second normal gaming state reaching the first upper limit. When the player shifts to the third normal gaming state and the upper limit setting means sets a second upper limit that is larger than the first upper limit, the number of games played in the second normal gaming state is the second upper limit. The third normal game state transition means (shift to the third normal game state by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for shifting the game state from the second normal game state to the third normal game state based on the achievement of A game machine characterized in that it is equipped with a function to execute processing for.

According to the feature A2, after the transition from the first normal game state to the second normal game state through the special game state, the number of games executed in the second normal game state reaches the upper limit, and the player further It shifts to the third normal game state which is advantageous to. The first upper limit and the second upper limit are included as the upper limit, and there is a difference in the hurdle to shift to the third normal gaming state between the case where the first upper limit is set and the case where the second upper limit is set. That is, a second normal gaming state in which the transition to the third normal gaming state is easy and a second normal gaming state in which the transition to the third normal gaming state is difficult occurs. By diversifying the second normal game state and providing a plurality of hurdles for transition to the third normal game state in this way, it is possible to suppress the monotony of the game in the normal game state and improve the degree of attention to the game. Can contribute.

Feature A3. A variable ball entry unit (upper variable winning device 64) that can switch between an open state in which a game ball flowing down the game area can enter and a closed state in which entry is not possible.
It is provided with an opening / closing control means (a function of executing an opening / closing process by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for switching the variable entry unit between the closed state and the open state when the special gaming state is set.
When the opening / closing control means shifts to the second normal gaming state corresponding to the second upper limit through the special gaming state, the opening / closing mode of the variable ball entry portion in the special gaming state is set as a predetermined mode, and the special mode is set. It is characterized by having a means for setting the opening / closing mode of the variable ball entry portion in the special gaming state as the predetermined mode when shifting to the second normal gaming state corresponding to the first upper limit through the gaming state. The gaming machine according to the feature A2.

As shown in the feature A1 and the like, according to the configuration in which the transition hurdle to the third normal game state is provided, the monotonization of the game can be suitably suppressed. However, if the hurdle can be identified from the opening / closing mode (behavior) of the variable ball entry portion in the special gaming state before the transition to the second normal gaming state, the degree of attention to the game in the second normal gaming state Is feared to decline. In this respect, as shown in this feature, regardless of whether the first upper limit or the second upper limit is set, the opening / closing mode of the variable ball entry portion is the same, so that the opening / closing mode of the variable ball entry section can be changed. Occurrence of inconvenience such as the upper limit being specified in advance can be suitably suppressed.

Feature A4. The second normal game state is a game state (normal game corresponding to a high probability mode) in which when the determination is made by the determination means, a determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information is more likely to occur than the first normal game state. State) The gaming machine according to feature A2 or feature A3.

In order to enhance the sharpness of the game while suppressing an excessive bias of the advantage, it is preferable to raise the set upper limit to some extent to suppress the probability of reaching the upper limit. However, on the other hand, if the upper limit becomes too large, the game to reach the upper limit will be delayed or the impression that it will be virtually impossible to reach will become stronger, and the diversification of the game will improve the interest of the game. It is feared that the effect of trying to achieve this will not be exhibited well. In this regard, as shown in this feature, if the game state (high probability mode) is set so that the result corresponding to the predetermined judgment information is likely to occur, it is possible to suppress the frequent occurrence of the upper limit even if the upper limit is lowered. Therefore, the occurrence of the above-mentioned various inconveniences can be suitably suppressed.

Feature A5. The second normal gaming state is described in any one of the feature A2 to the feature A4, which is a gaming state in which the ball enters the starting ball entry portion more easily than the first normal game state. Game machine.

The transition (promotion) to the third normal gaming state is accompanied by a certain degree of tension, and if such tension continues for an excessively long time, it becomes a factor that increases the fatigue of the player. Therefore, in the second normal game state, an upper limit is set for the number of games executed based on the ball entering the starting ball entry section, and in the second normal game state, it is easy to enter the starting ball entry section. The game can be rapidly advanced by the configuration. As a result, it is possible to alleviate the fatigue caused by the improvement of the degree of attention to the game.

Feature A6. The feature A2 is characterized in that the second normal gaming state is a gaming state configured so that the variable display period (variable display time) of the pattern for each game is shorter than that of the first normal game state. The gaming machine according to any one of the features A5.

The transition (promotion) to the third normal gaming state is accompanied by a certain degree of tension, and if such tension continues for an excessively long time, it becomes a factor that increases the fatigue of the player. Therefore, in the second normal game state, the upper limit is set for the number of games executed based on the ball entering the starting ball, and in the second normal game state, the pattern is more variable than in the first normal game state. By configuring the display period to be shortened, the game can be advanced quickly. As a result, it is possible to alleviate the fatigue caused by the improvement of the degree of attention to the game.

In particular, in combination with feature A5, the variable display period is shortened as the frequency of ball entry into the starting ball entry section increases, so that the second normal is performed with the expectation that the upper limit will be reached. The game in the game state can proceed smoothly. As a result, the effect of alleviating fatigue can be more preferably exerted.

Feature A7. As the normal game state, a fourth normal game state (low probability mode) that is more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state and more disadvantageous to the player than the second normal game state and the third normal game state. And the 4th normal game state corresponding to the high frequency support mode) is provided.
The fourth normal game state transition means (a function of shifting to the fourth normal game state by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162 as a trigger of the normal jackpot result) that shifts to the fourth normal game state through the special game state.
When the number of games in the fourth normal game state reaches a predetermined number of times (for example, 50 times), the first normal game state transition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for shifting to the first normal game state has a high frequency. It is equipped with a function to shift to the first normal game state after the end of the support mode).
The upper limit setting means according to any one of features A2 to A6, wherein at least one of the first upper limit and the second upper limit is configured to be less than the specified number of times. Game machine.

Transition to the special gaming state in the 4th normal gaming state For a player who has experienced reaching the specified number of times without winning the lottery, it is realistic to reach the upper limit when the 2nd normal gaming state is reached. It can give the impression that there is. With such a configuration, it can be expected that the degree of attention to the game at the time of transition to the second normal game state will be improved.

Feature A8. As the normal game state, a fourth normal game state (low probability mode) that is more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state and more disadvantageous to the player than the second normal game state and the third normal game state. And the 4th normal game state corresponding to the high frequency support mode) is provided.
The predetermined determination information includes the first determination information (information corresponding to the probability variation jackpot result) and the second determination information (information corresponding to the normal jackpot result).
Means for shifting the gaming state to the second normal gaming state via the special gaming state when the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the first determination information in the second normal gaming state. When,
Means for shifting the gaming state to the fourth normal gaming state via the special gaming state when the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the second determination information in the second normal gaming state. The gaming machine according to feature A7, which is characterized by having and.

According to the configuration shown in this feature, if a winning result is obtained during the second normal gaming state, the game shifts to the special gaming state. After the end of the special gaming state, there will be a branch between the case of returning to the second normal gaming state and the case of shifting to the fourth normal gaming state (demotion). Thereby, the monotonicization of the game can be suitably suppressed.

Feature A9. The upper limit setting means is a case where the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the first determination information before reaching the upper limit set by the upper limit setting means, and the upper limit setting means is passed through the special gaming state. The gaming machine according to feature A8, which has means for resetting the upper limit in the second normal gaming state when the second normal gaming state is reached.

According to the feature A9, even if the judgment result corresponding to the predetermined judgment information is obtained while the game is proceeding aiming at the upper limit in the second normal game state, the second normal game state is returned again. There is a possibility of returning. When returning to the second normal gaming state, the transition to the third normal gaming state can be re-challenged by setting a new upper limit. Therefore, it is possible to suitably suppress the decrease in the motivation for playing due to the transition to the special gaming state.

Feature A10. The gaming machine according to any one of features A2 to A9, wherein the difference between the first upper limit and the second upper limit is smaller than the first upper limit.

According to the configuration shown in this feature, even if the game times corresponding to the first upper limit are reached and the game does not shift to the third normal game state, the game times corresponding to the second upper limit are reached. By lowering the hurdle to reach the second upper limit, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the expectation for reaching the second upper limit. As a result, even when a plurality of hurdles are used, it is possible to preferably suppress a decrease in motivation for playing when the first hurdle is unexploded.

Feature A11. When the second upper limit is set as the upper limit by the upper limit setting means, the means for providing a predetermined notification in the game times corresponding to the first upper limit and the game times corresponding to the second upper limit is provided. The gaming machine according to any one of the feature A2 to the feature A9, which is characterized by being present.

As shown in the feature A2 and the like, when a plurality of hurdles for shifting to the third normal gaming state are provided, for example, even if the first upper limit is not reached, the first upper limit is the third. By suggesting that there is a possibility of shifting to the normal game state, it is possible to improve the degree of attention to the game.

Feature A12. Special information acquisition means (a function of executing information acquisition processing in MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for acquiring special information (holding information) when a predetermined acquisition condition (entry into the operation port 62a) is satisfied, and
An acquisition information storage means (holding ball storage area 632 of RAM 604) capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and
The lottery process is executed by the determination means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that sequentially determines whether or not the special information stored in the acquired information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information (for example, winning information). Function) and
A pattern display means (for example, a main display unit 81) having a display unit (for example, a display unit DR for an operating port) and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit,
A stop result corresponding to the result of the determination by starting the variable display of the pattern in the pattern display means prior to the determination by the determination means or based on the determination made by the determination means. Is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game time, and the pattern of each game time is variablely displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. A game time control means for controlling the pattern display means (for example, a function of executing the game time control process by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) and
The determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, and the gaming state is changed from the normal gaming state to the player based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. It is equipped with a special game state transition means (a function of executing a game state transition process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) to shift to a special game state (for example, open / close execution mode) which is advantageous to the player.
As the normal game state, the first normal game state (the first normal game state corresponding to the low frequency support mode and the low probability mode) and the second normal game state (high) which is more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state. The second normal game state corresponding to the frequency support mode and the high probability mode) and the third normal game state (the third normal game state corresponding to the low frequency support mode and the high probability mode) which is more advantageous to the player than the second normal game state. (Game state) and
A second normal game state transition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 executes a process for shifting to the second normal game state) for shifting the game state to the second normal game state upon the end of the special game state. Function to do) and
When the second normal game state transition means shifts to the second normal game state, the upper limit setting means (to the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for setting the upper limit (time reduction number) of the number of games in the second normal game state. Function to set the number of time reductions) and
A third normal game state transition means (main control device 162) that shifts the game state from the second normal game state to the third normal game state based on the number of games in the second normal game state reaching the upper limit. (Function to execute the process for transition to the third normal game state) in the MPU 602 of
A gaming machine characterized in that a plurality of the upper limits are provided, and the upper limit setting means is configured to set any one of the plurality of upper limits as an upper limit of the number of games played in the second normal gaming state.

According to the feature A12, after the transition from the first normal game state to the second normal game state through the special game state, the number of games executed in the second normal game state reaches the upper limit, and the player further It shifts to the third normal game state which is advantageous to. A plurality of the above upper limits are provided, and the hurdle to shift to the third normal gaming state differs depending on which of these upper limits is set. That is, a second normal gaming state in which the transition to the third normal gaming state is easy and a second normal gaming state in which the transition to the third normal gaming state is difficult occurs. By diversifying the second normal game state and providing a plurality of hurdles for transition to the third normal game state in this way, it is possible to suppress the monotony of the game in the normal game state and improve the degree of attention to the game. Can contribute.

It is also possible to apply each of the technical ideas shown in the features A3 to A11 to the feature A12.

<Characteristic B group>
The following feature B group is described in that "a game machine such as a pachinko machine has a game board in which a game area is formed and a game ball launching means for launching a game ball into the game area based on a launch operation by a player. Some of them are provided. When a game ball launched from a game ball launching means enters a ball entry portion provided in the game area, a privilege such as paying out a predetermined number of game balls is given to the player. Regarding the background technology of "(for example, see Patent Document 1)", there is an invention that "in the above-mentioned type of gaming machine, there is still room for improvement in its configuration in order to increase the degree of attention to the game." It was made with the problem to be solved.

Feature B1. A game board (game board 60) in which a game area (game area PE) is formed, and
Information in the special information acquisition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for acquiring special information (holding information) when a ball enters the starting ball entry unit (for example, the right operating port 63a) provided in the game area. Function to execute acquisition process) and
An acquisition information storage means (holding ball storage area 632 of RAM 604) capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and
The lottery process is executed by the determination means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that sequentially determines whether or not the special information stored in the acquired information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information (for example, winning information). Function) and
A pattern display means (for example, a main display unit 81) having a display unit (for example, a display unit DR for an operating port) and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit,
A stop result corresponding to the result of the determination by starting the variable display of the pattern in the pattern display means prior to the determination by the determination means or based on the determination made by the determination means. Is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game time, and the pattern of each game time is variablely displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. A game time control means for controlling the pattern display means (for example, a function of executing the game time control process by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) and
The determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, and the gaming state is changed from the normal gaming state to the player based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. It is equipped with a special game state transition means (a function of executing a game state transition process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) to shift to a special game state (for example, open / close execution mode) which is advantageous to the player.
As the normal game state, the first normal game state (the first normal game state corresponding to the low probability mode and the low frequency support mode) and the second normal game state (high) which is more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state. The second normal game state corresponding to the probability mode and the high frequency support mode) and the third normal game state (the third normal game state corresponding to the high probability mode and the low frequency support mode) which is more advantageous to the player than the second normal game state. (Game state) is provided,
When transitioning from the first normal gaming state to the second normal gaming state, the transition condition setting means for setting the transition condition to the third normal gaming state (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 sets the number of time reductions). Function)
When the transition condition setting means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information in the second normal gaming state and becomes the second normal gaming state through the special gaming state, the transition condition setting means becomes the second normal gaming state. Relaxing means for relaxing the transition condition to the third normal gaming state (set when the number of time reductions set when the jackpot result related to the right operating port 63a is obtained is the jackpot result related to the lower operating port 62a. A gaming machine characterized in that it has a configuration that is given preferential treatment over the number of times that can be shortened.

As shown in this feature, the monotonousness of the game can be suppressed by setting the configuration in which the advantage is increased by shifting from the first normal game state to the second normal game state to the third normal game state. Here, the transition condition for shifting from the second normal game state to the most advantageous third normal game state is a judgment result (hereinafter referred to as a winning result) corresponding to predetermined judgment information in the second normal game state. It may be alleviated when returning to the second normal gaming state after passing through the special gaming state. In this way, if the hurdle to the third normal game state is lowered when the second normal game state loops, the effect of suppressing the monotony of the game can be suitably exhibited by using a plurality of normal game states in combination. be able to.

In addition, the configuration shown in this feature is defined as "a game board in which a game area is formed, and a special information acquisition means for acquiring special information when a ball enters the starting ball entry portion provided in the game area." , The acquisition information storage means capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and the determination as to whether or not the special information stored in the acquisition information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information. The determination means that sequentially performs the determination means, the pattern display means that has a display unit and can variably display the pattern on the display unit, and the determination means that the determination is made prior to the determination by the determination means or by the determination means. The variable display of the pattern is started by the pattern display means based on the fact that the pattern is displayed, the stop result corresponding to the result of the determination is displayed, and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one of the game times. The game time control means that controls the pattern display means so that the pattern of each game time is variably displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means, and the determination result by the determination means are predetermined determinations. The determination result corresponds to the information, and the gaming state is shifted to a special gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. The game state transition means is provided, and as the normal game state, the first normal game state, the second normal game state which is more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state, and the second normal game state are further provided. A third normal game state, which is advantageous to the player, is provided, and means for switching the game state to the first normal game state, the second normal game state, and the third normal game state according to the game situation. It is also possible to say, "A game machine characterized by having."

Feature B2. The transition condition setting means sets an upper limit of the number of games executed in the second normal gaming state as the transition condition from the second normal gaming state to the third normal gaming state.
The mitigation means is said to be the second normal game state via the special game state from the second normal game state, rather than the upper limit set when shifting from the first normal game state to the second normal game state. The gaming machine according to feature B1, wherein the upper limit set when the game is in a gaming state is a means for lowering the upper limit.

As shown in this feature, in a configuration in which the game shifts to the third normal game state when the number of games executed in the second normal game state reaches the upper limit, whether or not this upper limit can be reached is advantageous for the game. It will be important to proceed. Here, in the configuration shown in this feature, the above upper limit may be lowered when the winning result is obtained in the second normal gaming state and the game returns from the special gaming state to the second normal gaming state, and such an event occurs. As a result, the expectation for the transition to the third normal game state can be increased.

Feature B3. The predetermined determination information includes the first determination information (information corresponding to the probability variation jackpot result) and the second determination information (information corresponding to the normal jackpot result).
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the first determination information during the second normal gaming state, the means for shifting to the second normal gaming state via the special gaming state, and
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the second determination information during the second normal gaming state, the means for shifting to the first normal gaming state via the special gaming state is provided. The gaming machine according to the feature B1 or the feature B2, which is characterized by being

As shown in this feature, in a gaming machine in which the winning result triggers the transition (demotion) from the second normal gaming state to the first normal gaming state, the winning result is in the second normal gaming state. The game is played with the expectation that it will not be. Here, if the winning result is obtained, the player may be demoted to the first normal game state, while the conditions for returning to the second normal game state and shifting to the third normal game state may be relaxed. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player's willingness to play from rapidly decreasing when the winning result is obtained in the second normal game state.

Feature B4. The transition condition setting means is described when the determination result by the determination means becomes a determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information in the second normal gaming state and the second normal gaming state is reached after the special gaming state. The gaming machine according to any one of feature B1 to feature B3, which comprises means for setting a transition condition that is more difficult to satisfy than the transition condition set by the transition condition setting means.

As shown in this feature, when the winning result is obtained in the second normal game state, the hurdle to the third normal game state is not necessarily lowered, but the hurdle to be raised is provided to make the game tense. A feeling can be given.

Feature B5. When the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information in the second normal gaming state and the second normal gaming state is reached through the special gaming state, the transition condition is determined by the relaxation means. B4 is characterized in that the probability that is relaxed is higher than the probability that a transition condition that is difficult to be satisfied is set, which is higher than the transition condition preset by the transition condition setting means. The game machine described in.

As shown in feature B1, in the configuration of stepping up in the order of the first normal game state → the second normal game state → the third normal game state, the winning result is obtained despite the transition to the second normal game state. As a result, when the transition to the third normal game state occurs frequently, it is easy to give the impression that the game in the second normal game state is delayed. This can be an obstacle in increasing the attention to the game. Here, as shown in this feature, if a winning result is obtained during the second normal game state, the rate of lowering the hurdle is higher than the rate of raising the hurdle, so that a plurality of normal game states can be used together. At the same time, the step-up of the gaming state can be made light.

Feature B6. As the starting ball entry portion, a first starting ball entry portion (lower operating port 62a) arranged in the first flow path (left route) in the game area and a second flow path different from the first flow path. It has a second starting ball entry portion (right operating port 63a) arranged on (right route), and has.
As the transition condition, the first transition condition (for example, the number of time reductions "50" times) and the second transition condition (for example, the number of time reductions "30", "10", "0" times, which are easier to be satisfied than the first transition condition). ) And are provided,
When the relaxation means obtains a determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information in the special information corresponding to the entry into the second start ball entry portion, the relaxation means enters the first start ball entry portion. It is configured so that the ratio of setting the second transition condition as the transition condition is higher than the case where the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information is obtained in the special information corresponding to the sphere.
In the first normal gaming state, there are more chances of determination by the determination means when the game ball is launched into the first flow path than in the second flow path, and in the second normal game state, from the first flow path. The game machine according to any one of the feature B1 to the feature B5, wherein the game ball is fired into the second flow path so that the determination opportunity by the determination means is increased.

According to feature B6, when a game ball is launched in the first flow path in the first normal game state, a lottery for transition to the special game state is executed based on the ball entering the first starting ball entry section. Will be done. When the result of the lottery is a winning result and the player shifts to the second normal gaming state, the first transition condition, which is relatively difficult to establish, is likely to be set. On the other hand, after the transition to the second normal gaming state, the gaming ball is launched into the second flow path, so that the main entry destination of the gaming ball becomes the second starting entry portion. When the lottery for transition to the special gaming state is executed based on the entry into the second starting ball entry section, the winning result is obtained, and the player returns to the second normal gaming state through the special gaming state, the transition condition is relative. The second transition condition, which is easy to establish, is easy to set. With such a configuration, the technical idea shown in feature B1 can be suitably embodied while avoiding the complexity of the configuration by utilizing the existing configuration in the game machine.

Feature B7. A plurality of the second transition conditions are provided, and the second transition condition is provided.
When the special information corresponding to the entry into the second starting ball entry portion results in a determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, the relaxation means includes a plurality of the second transition conditions as the transition condition. The gaming machine according to feature B6, wherein the probability that the transition condition that is most easily established is set is higher than the probability that the other transition conditions are set.

According to the configuration shown in this feature, the transition condition set when the second normal game state is looped is easier to be established than the transition condition set when the player first shifts to the second normal game state. Opportunities increase. As a result, the relaxation function shown in feature B1 can be suitably exerted.

Feature B8. The gaming machine according to any one of feature B1 to feature B7, which comprises a correspondence information display means for displaying transition condition correspondence information corresponding to the transition condition set by the transition condition setting means.

In a configuration in which the transition condition can be relaxed as shown in the feature B1 or the like, by displaying the transition condition correspondence information corresponding to the transition condition, it is possible to contribute to the improvement of the degree of attention to the game.

In addition, each technical idea shown in the feature B1 to the feature B8 may be applied to the said feature A group.

<Characteristic C group>
The following feature C group is described in that "a game machine such as a pachinko machine has a game board in which a game area is formed and a game ball launching means for launching a game ball into the game area based on a launch operation by a player. Some of them are provided. When a game ball launched from a game ball launching means enters a ball entry portion provided in the game area, a privilege such as paying out a predetermined number of game balls is given to the player. Regarding the background technology of "(for example, see Patent Document 1)", there is an invention that "in the above-mentioned type of gaming machine, there is still room for improvement in its configuration in order to increase the degree of attention to the game." It was made with the problem to be solved.

Feature C1. A game board (game board 60) in which a game area (game area PE) is formed, and
Information in the special information acquisition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for acquiring special information (holding information) when a ball enters the starting ball entry unit (for example, the right operating port 63a) provided in the game area. Function to execute acquisition process) and
An acquisition information storage means (holding ball storage area 632 of RAM 604) capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and
The lottery process is executed by the determination means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that sequentially determines whether or not the special information stored in the acquired information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information (for example, winning information). Function) and
A pattern display means (for example, a main display unit 81) having a display unit (for example, a display unit DR for an operating port) and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit,
A stop result corresponding to the result of the determination by starting the variable display of the pattern in the pattern display means prior to the determination by the determination means or based on the determination made by the determination means. Is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game time, and the pattern of each game time is variablely displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. A game time control means for controlling the pattern display means (for example, a function of executing the game time control process by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) and
The determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, and the gaming state is changed from the normal gaming state to the player based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. A special game state transition means (a function of executing a game state transition process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that shifts to a special game state (for example, open / close execution mode) that is advantageous to the player.
Switching means (electric accessory 71) for switching between a receiving state (open state) in which a game ball can enter the starting ball and a non-accepting state (closed state) in which it is more difficult for the game ball to enter the receiving state. When,
It is provided with a switching control means (a function of executing an electric service support process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for controlling the switching means.
As the switching control mode of the switching means by the switching control means, a first switching mode (low frequency support mode) and a second switching mode (high frequency support) in which the non-accepting state is shorter than the first switching mode. Mode) and
As the determination mode in which the determination is performed by the determination means, the high probability mode in which the probability of the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information is relatively high and the probability of the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information are relative. Has a low probability mode and
As the normal game state, the first normal game state corresponding to the first switching mode and the low probability mode, the second normal game state corresponding to the second switching mode and the high probability mode, and the first switching state. A mode and a third normal gaming state corresponding to the high probability mode are provided.
The second normal game state is configured to be more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state and more disadvantageous to the player than the third normal game state.
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information in the first normal gaming state, the first normal gaming state is changed to the second normal gaming state through the special gaming state. The first transfer means to be transferred (a function of executing the process of shifting to the second normal gaming state by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) and
When shifting from the first normal gaming state to the second normal gaming state, a reference number setting means for setting a reference number (time reduction number) (a function of setting the time reduction number with the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) and
When the number of games executed in the second normal game state reaches the reference number, the second transition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) shifts from the second normal game state to the third normal game state. A gaming machine characterized in that it is equipped with (a function of executing a process of shifting to a third normal gaming state).

According to the feature C1, when the number of games reaches the reference number without winning the result in the second normal game state corresponding to the high probability mode and the high frequency support mode, the high probability mode is triggered by the arrival of the reference number. Moreover, it shifts to the third normal game state corresponding to the low frequency support mode. The third normal game state is configured to be more advantageous to the player than the second normal game state. In other words, if the benefit is not obtained despite the high probability mode (gaming state on the advantageous side), it is possible to advance the game even more advantageously by upgrading to the third normal gaming state. Become. By relieving the player with such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the motivation for playing.

The third normal gaming state shown in this feature corresponds to the first switching mode and the high probability mode, and is differentiated from the second normal gaming state by the difference in the combination of the switching control mode and the determination mode. There is. With such a configuration, it is possible to diversify the game while suppressing the configuration related to the game from becoming excessively complicated, and it is possible to preferably improve the degree of attention to the game.

Feature C2. A special ball entry section (lower variable winning device 65) capable of entering a game ball flowing down the game area is provided, and the special ball entry section is configured to be more advantageous to the player than the start ball entry section. Has been
The start ball entry portion is arranged on a predetermined flow path (right route) leading to the special ball entry portion in the game area, and when the start ball entry portion is in the receiving state, the predetermined ball entry portion is set. The flow to the special ball entry portion via the flow path of the above is restricted.
In the third normal game state, the chance that the game ball launched into the predetermined flow path enters the starting ball entry section is reduced as compared with the second normal game state, while entering the special ball entry section. The gaming machine according to feature C1, which is configured to increase the chances of playing a ball.

According to the feature C2, in the second normal gaming state, the entry into the special entry section, which is set to have a higher advantage than the starting entry section, is regulated by the starting entry section, and the state shifts to the third normal gaming state. By doing so, the regulation will be relaxed. In this way, it is possible to secure the superiority of the third normal game state over the second normal game state by increasing the chances of entering the special ball entry section.

Feature C3. As the predetermined determination information, first information (information corresponding to the jackpot result) and second information (information corresponding to the special hit result) are provided.
The second transition means starts from the second normal gaming state when the number of games executed in the second normal gaming state without obtaining a determination result corresponding to the first information reaches the reference number of times. It is configured to shift to the third normal gaming state.
A special ball entry unit (lower variable winning device 65) that can switch between an acceptance state in which a game ball flowing down the game area can enter and a non-acceptance state in which it is more difficult to enter the ball than the acceptance state.
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the second information, the opening / closing process is executed by the entry control means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for switching the special entry section to the acceptance state. Function to do) and
A first predetermined number of game balls are paid out based on the entry into the starting ball entry portion, and a second predetermined number of game balls larger than the first predetermined number are paid out based on the entry into the special entry section. Equipped with a payout means (payout device 222)
The start ball entry portion is arranged on a predetermined flow path (right route) leading to the special ball entry portion in the game area, and when the start ball entry portion is in the receiving state, the predetermined ball entry portion is set. The flow to the special ball entry portion via the flow path of the above is restricted.
In the third normal game state, the proportion of game balls that enter the special entry portion of the game balls launched toward the predetermined flow path is increased as compared with the second normal game state. The gaming machine according to feature C1, which is characterized in that it is used.

According to the feature C3, in the second normal gaming state, the entry into the special entry section, which is set to have a higher advantage than the starting entry section, is regulated by the starting entry section, and the state shifts to the third normal gaming state. By doing so, the regulation will be relaxed. In this way, it is possible to secure the superiority of the third normal game state over the second normal game state by increasing the chances of entering the special ball entry section.

Feature C4. In the special gaming state in which the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the second information and the transition is made, the means for maintaining the switching control mode to the switching control mode before the transition to the special gaming state is provided. The gaming machine according to feature C3.

According to the configuration shown in this feature, there are cases where the judgment result corresponding to the second information is obtained during the second normal game state and the case where the judgment result corresponds to the second information during the third normal game state. , The difference in ball entry frequency can be increased. This is preferable in emphasizing the superiority of the special ball entry portion as shown in the feature C2 and the like.

Feature C5. The reference number setting means is the first setting means, and is
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the first information before reaching the reference number of times, and the second normal gaming state is reached through the special gaming state, the reference number of times (time reduction number) is set. Equipped with a second setting means to be newly set (a function of resetting the number of time reductions when the MPU 602 of the main control device 162 shifts from the second normal gaming state to the second normal gaming state through the first special gaming state). The gaming machine according to the feature C3 or the feature C4, which is characterized by being

According to the feature C5, when the winning result is obtained before the rescue function is activated and the player returns to the second normal game state through the special game state, the reference number of times is reset. Thereby, for example, it is possible to prevent the relief function shown in feature C1 from becoming excessive.

Feature C6. The reference number setting means is the first setting means, and is
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the first information in the third normal gaming state, the third transition means (mainly) for shifting to the second normal gaming state via the special gaming state. The function of executing the process of shifting to the second normal gaming state by the MPU 602 of the control device 162) and
When the third transition means shifts to the second normal gaming state, the third setting means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 newly sets the reference number of times from the third normal gaming state to the second normal gaming state). The gaming machine according to any one of feature C3 to feature C5, which is characterized by having a function of resetting the number of time reductions when shifting to.

If a winning result is obtained during the relief, the player shifts to the second normal game state and leaves a way to return to the third normal game state, so that the player's motivation to play is rapidly increased with the end of the third normal game state. It is possible to suppress the decrease to.

Feature C7. The gaming machine according to feature C6, wherein the third setting means has a means for setting a reference number of times to be less than the reference number of times set by the first setting means.

In the case of the third normal game state → the second normal game state, the demotion of the game state becomes a factor that lowers the player's motivation to play by giving preferential treatment so that the reference number of times is relatively small. Can be suppressed.

Feature C8. A game board (game board 60) in which a game area (game area PE) is formed, and
Information in the special information acquisition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for acquiring special information (holding information) when a ball enters the starting ball entry unit (for example, the right operating port 63a) provided in the game area. Function to execute acquisition process) and
An acquisition information storage means (holding ball storage area 632 of RAM 604) capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and
The lottery process is executed by the determination means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that sequentially determines whether or not the special information stored in the acquired information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information (for example, winning information). Function) and
A pattern display means (for example, a main display unit 81) having a display unit (for example, a display unit DR for an operating port) and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit,
A stop result corresponding to the result of the determination by starting the variable display of the pattern in the pattern display means prior to the determination by the determination means or based on the determination made by the determination means. Is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game time, and the pattern of each game time is variablely displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. A game time control means for controlling the pattern display means (for example, a function of executing the game time control process by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) and
The determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, and the gaming state is changed from the normal gaming state to the player based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. A special game state transition means (a function of executing a game state transition process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that shifts to a special game state (for example, open / close execution mode) that is advantageous to the player.
Switching means (electric accessory 71) for switching between a receiving state (open state) in which a game ball can enter the starting ball and a non-accepting state (closed state) in which it is more difficult for the game ball to enter the receiving state. When,
It is provided with a switching control means (a function of executing an electric service support process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for controlling the switching means.
As the switching control mode of the switching means by the switching control means, the first switching mode (low frequency support mode) and the second switching mode (high frequency support mode) in which the non-accepting state is shorter than the first switching mode. ) Is provided,
As the determination mode in which the determination is performed by the determination means, the high probability mode in which the probability of the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information is relatively high and the probability of the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information are relative. Has a low probability mode and
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information in the first normal gaming state corresponding to the first switching mode and the low probability mode, the second switching mode and the high The first transition means (a function of executing the process of shifting from the first normal game state to the second normal game state by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) corresponding to the probability mode and the second normal game state.
When shifting from the first normal gaming state to the second normal gaming state by the first transition means, the reference number of times (time reduction number) is set by the reference number setting means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162). Function to set) and
When the number of games executed in the second normal game state without obtaining the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information reaches the reference number, the switching control mode is changed from the second switching mode to the second. By maintaining the determination mode in the high probability constant mode while switching to the 1 switching mode, the second normal gaming state is shifted to the first switching mode and the third normal gaming state corresponding to the high probability mode. 2 It is provided with a transition means (a function of executing a process of shifting from the second normal gaming state to the third normal gaming state by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162).
A gaming machine characterized in that the second normal gaming state is configured to be more advantageous to the player than the first normal gaming state and more disadvantageous to the player than the third normal gaming state.

According to the feature C8, when the number of games reaches the reference number in the second normal game state corresponding to the high probability mode and the high frequency support mode without a winning result, the high probability mode is triggered by the arrival of the reference number. Moreover, it shifts to the third normal game state corresponding to the low frequency support mode. The third normal game state is configured to be more advantageous to the player than the second normal game state. In other words, if the benefit is not obtained despite the high probability mode (gaming state on the advantageous side), it is possible to advance the game even more advantageously by upgrading to the third normal gaming state. Become. By relieving the player with such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the motivation for playing.

The third normal gaming state shown in this feature corresponds to the first switching mode and the high probability mode, and is differentiated from the second normal gaming state by the difference in the combination of the switching control mode and the determination mode. There is. With such a configuration, it is possible to diversify the game while suppressing the configuration related to the game from becoming excessively complicated, and it is possible to preferably improve the degree of attention to the game.

The technical ideas shown in the features C1 to C8 may be applied to the features A to B.

<Feature D group>
The following feature D group is described in that "a game machine such as a pachinko machine has a game board in which a game area is formed and a game ball launching means for launching a game ball into the game area based on a launch operation by a player. Some of them are provided. When a game ball launched from a game ball launching means enters a ball entry portion provided in the game area, a privilege such as paying out a predetermined number of game balls is given to the player. Regarding the background technology of "(for example, see Patent Document 1)", there is an invention that "in the above-mentioned type of gaming machine, there is still room for improvement in its configuration in order to increase the degree of attention to the game." It was made with the problem to be solved.

Feature D1. A game board (game board 60) in which a game area (game area PE) is formed, and
Information in the special information acquisition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for acquiring special information (holding information) when a ball enters the starting ball entry unit (for example, the right operating port 63a) provided in the game area. Function to execute acquisition process) and
An acquisition information storage means (holding ball storage area 632 of RAM 604) capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and
The lottery process is executed by the determination means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that sequentially determines whether or not the special information stored in the acquired information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information (for example, winning information). Function) and
A pattern display means (for example, a main display unit 81) having a display unit (for example, a display unit DR for an operating port) and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit,
A stop result corresponding to the result of the determination by starting the variable display of the pattern in the pattern display means prior to the determination by the determination means or based on the determination made by the determination means. Is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game time, and the pattern of each game time is variablely displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. A game time control means for controlling the pattern display means (for example, a function of executing the game time control process by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) and
The determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, and the gaming state is changed from the normal gaming state to the player based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. It is equipped with a special game state transition means (a function of executing a game state transition process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) to shift to a special game state (for example, open / close execution mode) which is advantageous to the player.
The starting ball entry unit can be switched between a receiving state in which a game ball flowing down the game area can enter and a non-accepting state in which it is more difficult to enter the ball than in the receiving state.
It is provided with a switching control means (a function of executing an electric service support process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for controlling the switching means.
As the switching control mode by the switching control means, there are a first switching mode (low frequency support mode) and a second switching mode (high frequency support mode) in which the non-accepting state is shorter than the first switching mode. It is provided,
As the normal game state, a first-class normal game state corresponding to the first switching mode and a second-class normal game state corresponding to the second switching mode are provided.
When shifting to the type 2 normal game state, the reference number of times (time reduction number) is set as the number of games in which the type 2 normal game state is continued, and the time reduction is performed by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162. Function to set the number of times) and
The first transition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 to shift to the third normal gaming state) capable of shifting from the second type normal gaming state to a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the second type normal gaming state. Function to execute the migration process) and
A second transition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 can shift to a first normal gaming state) capable of shifting from the second type normal gaming state to a gaming state that is more disadvantageous to the player than the second type normal gaming state. With the function to execute the migration process of
When the number of games executed in the second type normal gaming state reaches the reference number, the gaming state is shifted by either the first transition means or the second transition means. A featured game machine.

In the second type normal game state, the ball can easily enter the starting ball entry portion, and the game proceeds smoothly. When the number of games executed in this type 2 normal game state reaches the reference number, the game shifts to a game state that is more favorable to the player or a game state that is disadvantageous to the player than the second type normal game state. It will be. By diversifying the game in this way, it is possible to suppress the monotony of the game and contribute to increasing the degree of attention to the game.

Feature D2. A game board (game board 60) in which a game area (game area PE) is formed, and
Information in the special information acquisition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for acquiring special information (holding information) when a ball enters the starting ball entry unit (for example, the right operating port 63a) provided in the game area. Function to execute acquisition process) and
An acquisition information storage means (holding ball storage area 632 of RAM 604) capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and
The lottery process is executed by the determination means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that sequentially determines whether or not the special information stored in the acquired information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information (for example, winning information). Function) and
A pattern display means (for example, a main display unit 81) having a display unit (for example, a display unit DR for an operating port) and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit,
A stop result corresponding to the result of the determination by starting the variable display of the pattern in the pattern display means prior to the determination by the determination means or based on the determination made by the determination means. Is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game time, and the pattern of each game time is variablely displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. A game time control means for controlling the pattern display means (for example, a function of executing the game time control process by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) and
The determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, and the gaming state is changed from the normal gaming state to the player based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. It is equipped with a special game state transition means (a function of executing a game state transition process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) to shift to a special game state (for example, open / close execution mode) which is advantageous to the player.
As the normal game state, a first normal game state (a normal game state corresponding to a low probability mode and a low frequency support mode) and a second normal game state (high probability mode) which is more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state. A normal game state corresponding to the high-frequency support mode), a third normal game state (a normal game state corresponding to the high-probability mode and a low-frequency support mode) that is more advantageous to the player than the second normal game state, and the first. 1 A fourth normal game state (a fourth normal game state corresponding to a low probability mode and a high frequency support mode) that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state is provided.
When shifting to the second normal game state, the first setting means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 sets the reference number of times (time reduction number) as the number of games in which the second normal game state is continued is the second normal game state. Function to set the number of time reductions according to the transition to the game state),
When the number of games executed in the second normal game state reaches the reference number, the first transition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 shifts to the third normal game state). Function to execute the migration process) and
When shifting to the fourth normal gaming state, the second setting means for setting the reference number of times as the number of games in which the fourth normal gaming state is continued (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 shifts to the fourth normal gaming state). Function to set the number of time reductions according to the transition of
When the number of games executed in the fourth normal game state reaches the reference number, the second transition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 shifts to the first normal game state). A gaming machine characterized in that it has a function to execute the migration process of.

When the number of games executed in the second normal game state reaches the reference number, the game shifts (promotes) to the third normal game state, which is more advantageous to the player than the second normal game state. On the other hand, when the number of games executed in the fourth normal game state reaches the reference number, the game shifts (demotions) to the first normal game state. In the second normal game state, the game is played while expecting to reach the reference number of times, and in the fourth normal game state, the game is played while expecting to avoid reaching the reference number of times. In this way, even if the same reference number of times is set, the game state after reaching the reference number of times is divided into the advantageous side and the disadvantageous side depending on the game state, so that the monotonization of the game is suppressed and the degree of attention to the game is Can contribute to improvement.

In addition, the configuration shown in this feature is defined as "a game board in which a game area is formed, and a special information acquisition means for acquiring special information when a ball enters the starting ball entry portion provided in the game area." , The acquisition information storage means capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and the determination as to whether or not the special information stored in the acquisition information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information. The determination means that sequentially performs the determination means, the pattern display means that has a display unit and can variably display the pattern on the display unit, and the determination means that the determination is made prior to the determination by the determination means or by the determination means. The variable display of the pattern is started by the pattern display means based on the fact that the pattern is displayed, the stop result corresponding to the result of the determination is displayed, and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one of the game times. The game time control means that controls the pattern display means so that the pattern of each game time is variably displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means, and the determination result by the determination means are predetermined determinations. The determination result corresponds to the information, and the gaming state is shifted to a special gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. The game state transition means is provided, and as the normal game state, the first normal game state, the second normal game state which is more advantageous to the player than the first normal game state, and the second normal game state are further provided. A third normal game state, which is advantageous to the player, is provided, and means for switching the game state to the first normal game state, the second normal game state, and the third normal game state according to the game situation. It is also possible to say, "A game machine characterized by having."

Feature D3. The starting ball entry unit can be switched between a receiving state in which a game ball flowing down the game area can enter and a non-accepting state in which it is more difficult to enter the ball than in the receiving state.
It is provided with a switching control means (a function of executing an electric service support process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for switching the start-in ball portion between the accepted state and the non-accepted state.
As the switching control mode by the switching control means, there are a first switching mode (low frequency support mode) and a second switching mode (high frequency support mode) in which the non-accepting state is shorter than the first switching mode. It is provided,
The first normal game state and the third normal game state are game states in which the switching control mode becomes the first switching mode.
The second normal game state and the fourth normal game state are game states in which the switching control mode becomes the second switching mode.
The first setting means has a configuration in which the reference number of times is set as a game number in which the second switching mode is continued in the second normal game state.
The gaming machine according to feature D2, wherein the second setting means has a configuration in which the reference number of times is set as a gaming number in which the second switching mode is continued in the fourth normal gaming state. ..

As shown in feature D2, in the configuration in which the gaming state can be changed to the advantageous side / disadvantage side by reaching the reference number of times, the player's attention tends to be directed to the remaining number of times until the reference number of times is reached. In such a situation where the attention to the game is increasing, if the number of balls held is greatly reduced, it is assumed that the motivation to play the game is likely to decrease due to the increasing attention to the game. To. Therefore, as shown in this feature, in the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state, the switching control mode is set to the second switching mode, and the occurrence of such inconvenience can be suppressed by suppressing the decrease in the number of balls held.

Further, in a configuration in which the game state changes when the reference number of times is reached, it is feared that the delay in the game progress in the process reduces the impact and hinders the effect of improving the attention to the game. In this respect, as shown in this feature, the progress of the game until the reference number of times is reached is facilitated, and such a concern can be preferably dispelled.

Feature D4. The game rotation control means is configured such that the variable display period of the pattern in the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state is shorter than the variable display period of the pattern in the first normal game state. The gaming machine according to feature D3, which is characterized by being present.

As shown in the feature D3, if the game can be performed while suppressing the decrease of the number of balls held in the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state, it becomes easy for the player to pay the main attention to the presence or absence of reaching the reference number of times. In such a situation, if the variable display period of the pattern is shortened, it is preferable that the player is excessively tired in the process of reaching the reference number of times due to the delay of the game times and the continuation of tension. Can be suppressed. This is a preferable configuration in order to set a certain number of reference times to exert the attention-improving effect shown in the feature D2 and the like.

Feature D5. The determination means has a probability that a determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information will be obtained when the determination is made in the second normal gaming state, and the predetermined determination when the determination is made in the fourth normal gaming state. The gaming machine according to any one of the feature D2 to the feature D4, characterized in that the probability of a determination result corresponding to the determination information of the above is different.

According to the feature D5, the same reference number of times is used in the case of shifting to the third normal gaming state via the second normal gaming state and the case of shifting to the first normal gaming state via the fourth normal gaming state. Even if is set, there will be a difference in the probability of reaching the reference number of times. As a result, the effect of suppressing the monotony of the game can be more preferably exhibited.

Feature D6. The determination means has a probability that a determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information will be obtained when the determination is made in the second normal gaming state, and the determination means when the determination is made in the fourth normal gaming state. The gaming machine according to any one of the feature D2 to the feature D5, which is configured to have a probability higher than the probability of obtaining a judgment result corresponding to the judgment information of the above.

According to the feature D6, the same reference number of times is used in the case of shifting to the third normal gaming state via the second normal gaming state and the case of shifting to the first normal gaming state via the fourth normal gaming state. Even if is set, there will be a difference in the probability of reaching the reference number of times. As a result, the effect of suppressing the monotony of the game can be more preferably exhibited.

In particular, when shifting from the second normal game state to the third normal game state, which is the advantageous side, the possibility of reaching the reference number of times is relatively low, and the first normal game, which is the disadvantage side from the fourth normal game state, is relatively low. When shifting to the state, the possibility of reaching the reference number of times is relatively high. With such a configuration, even if it is assumed that the same reference number of times is reached, the hurdle for transition to the third normal gaming state can be relatively high, and the transition to the third normal gaming state can be made. Expectations can be fueled favorably.

Feature D7. In the case of the second normal gaming state and the fourth normal gaming state, it is configured so that the player cannot easily identify which of the second normal gaming state and the fourth normal gaming state is. The gaming machine according to any one of the feature D2 to the feature D6, which is characterized in that the game is played.

According to the feature D7, by making it unclear (difficult to specify) which of the second and fourth normal gaming states, the gaming states that shift after reaching the reference number of times are the first normal gaming state and the third normal gaming state. A game that guesses which of the game states it is is added. By making it unclear whether to shift to the advantageous side or the disadvantageous side until the reference number of times is reached, that is, whether to promote or demote, it is possible to contribute to further improvement of the degree of attention when the reference number of times is reached.

Feature D8. When the second normal game state is set, means for executing a predetermined effect corresponding to the second normal game state over a plurality of game times executed in the second normal game state, and
The gaming machine according to any one of the features D2 to D7, which comprises means for executing the predetermined effect when the fourth normal gaming state is set.

As shown in feature D8, the same display effect (predetermined effect) is executed in the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state, and which normal game state is unspecified (difficult to specify). As a result, a game for estimating whether the gaming state to be shifted after reaching the reference number of times is the first normal gaming state or the third normal gaming state is added. By making it unclear whether to shift to the advantageous side or the disadvantageous side until the reference number of times is reached, that is, whether to promote or demote, it is possible to contribute to further improvement of the degree of attention when the reference number of times is reached.

Feature D9. The predetermined determination information includes the first determination information (information corresponding to the probability variation jackpot result) and the second determination information (information corresponding to the normal jackpot result).
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the first determination information in the first normal gaming state, the first normal gaming state is changed to the second normal gaming state through the special gaming state. Means to migrate and
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the second determination information in the first normal gaming state, the first normal gaming state is changed to the fourth normal gaming state through the special gaming state. The gaming machine according to feature D7 or feature D8, which comprises means for transition.

When the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information is obtained in the first normal gaming state, the state shifts to the second normal gaming state or the fourth normal gaming state. By sharing the transition pattern from the first normal game state to the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state in this way, any game before the transition to the second normal game state and the fourth normal game state It is possible to make it difficult to understand whether it is in a state. As a result, the effect of improving the degree of attention shown in the feature D7 or the like can be suitably exhibited.

Feature D10. A variable ball entry unit that can switch between a receiving state in which a game ball flowing down the game area can enter and a non-accepting state in which it is more difficult to enter the ball than the accepted state.
It is provided with a ball entry control means for switching the variable ball entry unit to the acceptance state when the special game state is set.
The ball entry control means shifts to the special gaming state when the determination result corresponding to the first determination information is obtained, and the special game to which the special game state shifts when the determination result corresponds to the second determination information. The gaming machine according to feature D9, wherein the state is configured so that the switching mode of the variable ball entry portion is common.

As shown in feature D10, by making the behavior of the variable ball entry portion common between the case of shifting to the second normal gaming state and the case of shifting to the fourth normal gaming state, the behavior of the variable ball entry section is changed to the second. It is possible to avoid revealing whether to shift to the normal gaming state or the fourth normal gaming state. As a result, the effect shown in feature D9 can be suitably exerted.

Feature D11. A suggestion means for suggesting the remaining number of times until the reference number of times is reached is provided.
As a suggestion mode by the suggestion means, a first suggestion mode in which the remaining number of times is specified and a second suggestion mode in which the remaining number of times is not specified are provided.
The gaming machine according to any one of the feature D7 to the feature D10, wherein the suggestion means is switchable between the first suggestion mode and the second suggestion mode.

As shown in Feature D7, etc., in the configuration where the number of times is divided into the advantageous side and the disadvantage side by reaching the reference number of times, by switching the remaining number of times until the reference number of times is reached to explicit / unclear, the game can be started in the process of reaching the reference number of times. It is possible to preferably improve the degree of attention of.

The technical ideas shown in the features D1 to D11 may be applied to the features A to C.

<Feature E group>
The following feature group E describes "a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine has a gaming board in which a gaming area is formed and a gaming ball launching means for launching a gaming ball into the gaming area based on a launching operation by a player. Some of them are provided. When a game ball launched from a game ball launching means enters a ball entry portion provided in the game area, a privilege such as paying out a predetermined number of game balls is given to the player. Regarding the background technology of "(for example, see Patent Document 1)", there is an invention that "in the above-mentioned type of gaming machine, there is still room for improvement in its configuration in order to increase the degree of attention to the game." It was made with the problem to be solved.

Feature E1. A game board (game board 60) in which a game area (game area PE) is formed, and
A first ball entry section (lower variable winning portion) provided in the game area and capable of switching between a receiving state in which a game ball flowing down the game area can enter and a non-accepting state in which it is more difficult to enter than the accepted state. Device 65) and
A receiving state and a receiving state in which a game ball that is arranged on a predetermined flow path (right route) toward the first ball entry portion in the game area and flows down along the predetermined flow path can enter the ball. A second ball entry section (right side actuating entry section 63) that can be switched to a non-accepting state, which is more difficult to enter.
A predetermined information acquisition means (to the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for acquiring predetermined information (value of the open random number counter C4) when the game ball passes through the predetermined passing portion (through gate 66) arranged in the game area. (Function to acquire the value of the open random number counter C4) and
Information storage means (storage area 633 for electric service in RAM 604 of the main control device 162) for storing predetermined information acquired by the predetermined information acquisition means, and
A function of executing a support lottery in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162 by a lottery means for performing a lottery as to whether or not to switch the second ball entry unit to the acceptance state based on predetermined information stored in the information storage means. )When,
A variable display means (main display unit 81) having a display unit (display unit DS for through gate) and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit, and
A display control means that starts variable display of a pattern on the display unit prior to the lottery by the lottery means or based on the lottery performed by the lottery means, and confirms and displays the pattern corresponding to the lottery result by the lottery means. (A function to execute a pattern display process on the MPU 602 of the main control device 162)
A function of switching control means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 to execute a large winning opening opening / closing process) for switching the second ball entry unit to the acceptance state when a pattern corresponding to the winning result is confirmed and displayed on the display unit. ) And
As the switching control mode by the switching control means, a first switching mode (low frequency support mode) and a second switching mode (high frequency support mode) in which a ball is more likely to enter than the first switching mode are provided. Ori,
The display control means has a variable display period and a definite display period of the pattern in the second switching mode rather than a first specific period which is the sum of the variable display period and the definite display period of the pattern in the first switching mode. The second specific period, which is the sum of, is configured to be shorter.
The entry into the first entry section is configured to be more advantageous to the player than the entry into the second entry section.
The second ball entry portion has an opening (operating port 63a) through which a plurality of game balls can pass at the same time and a shutter (shutter 331) for opening and closing the opening, and the shutter is arranged at a closed position. It is configured to be in the non-accepted state and to be in the accepted state when the shutter is arranged in the open position.
When the second ball entry portion is in the non-accepting state, a part of the rolling surface of the game ball in the predetermined flow path is formed by the shutter.
The required period required for the game ball flowing down the predetermined flow path to pass over the shutter is configured to be longer than the second specific period and shorter than the first specific period. A featured game machine.

According to the feature E1, the time required for the game ball flowing down the predetermined flow path to pass on the shutter is the sum of the variable display period and the fixed display period of the pattern in the second switching mode (second specific period). Is longer than. Therefore, during the second switching mode, most of the game balls that have reached the second ball entry section will enter the second ball entry section. That is, the game ball launched into the predetermined flow path during the second switching mode flows into the second ball entry section, and the ball entry into the first ball entry section is suppressed. On the other hand, the required period is shorter than the sum of the variable display period and the final display period of the pattern in the first switching mode (first specific period). Therefore, during the first switching mode, even if the second ball entry unit continuously switches to the receiving state, a part of the game ball that has reached the shutter passes through the second ball entry unit and the first ball entry unit. Head to the club. In this way, while the relatively advantageous entry into the first ball entry section occurs during the first switching mode, the entry into the first ball entry section is suppressed during the second switching mode. Therefore, a clear difference can be made in the progress of the game.

Here, in order to reduce the number of game balls (spills) that pass through the second entry section and head toward the first entry section during the second switching mode in order to differentiate each switching mode, a specific period can be shortened. Good. However, if the specific period is simply shortened, it becomes difficult to fire / stop according to the result displayed on the display unit (progress the game in the player's favor), and the display becomes difficult. The significance of having a department is diminished. In this respect, according to the configuration shown in this feature, it is possible to suppress the variable display period and the definite display period of the pattern from becoming extremely short while suppressing the above-mentioned spill. As a result, it is possible to suitably improve the degree of attention to the game.

Feature E2. The switching control means has a configuration in which the second ball entry unit is switched to the acceptance state based on the lottery result by the lottery means regardless of whether or not the first ball entry unit is in the acceptance state. The gaming machine according to feature E1, which is characterized by being present.

As shown in feature E2, in a configuration in which the first ball entry unit may or may not be in the accepting state depending on the lottery result, the player's attention tends to be directed to the display of the lottery result. It is technically significant to apply the technical idea shown in feature E1 to such a configuration to prevent the specific period from becoming extremely short.

Feature E3. A first predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out based on the entry into the first entry section, and the number is less than the first predetermined number based on the entry into the second entry section. 2 Provided with a payout means (payout device 222) for paying out a predetermined number (for example, one) of game balls.
Due to the difference in the number of game balls paid out by the payout means, the entry into the first entry section is more advantageous to the player than the entry into the second entry section. The gaming machine according to feature E1 or feature E2.

As shown in feature E3, in a configuration in which entry into the first entry section is given preferential treatment over entry into the second entry section, the player expects entry into the first entry section. It is assumed that the game will be performed. With such a configuration, excessive ball entry into the first ball entry portion is not preferable because it causes an imbalance in the game. In this respect, according to the combination with the feature E1, it is possible to avoid the movement of the game ball toward the first ball entry section while shortening the period during which the second ball entry section is in the receiving state as much as possible. The occurrence of inconvenience can be suitably suppressed. Then, shortening the period of the acceptance state is advantageous in promoting the expectation of the player so that the game ball flows down toward the first ball entry section, and the period of the acceptance state becomes longer. It is possible to preferably suppress that the expectation of entering the ball into the first entry portion is reduced.

Feature E4. The passage length of the connecting passage portion connecting the first ball entry portion and the second ball entry portion in the predetermined flow path is a passage portion formed by the shutter of the second ball entry portion in the predetermined flow path. The gaming machine according to any one of the feature E1 to the feature E3, which is shorter than the passage length of the above.

As shown in feature E4, by making the passage length of the connecting passage portion shorter than the passage length related to the second entry portion, the second entry portion is opened under the condition that the first entry portion is open. It becomes easier to give the player the impression that the game ball that has reached the first ball can enter the first ball entry section as long as it passes through the second ball entry section, and the shutter of the second ball entry section or the first ball entry section. It can contribute to improving the degree of attention to the behavior of the game ball that has reached the entry portion.

Feature E5. The first ball entry portion has an opening (large winning opening) through which a plurality of game balls can pass at the same time and a shutter (shutter) for opening and closing the opening, and the shutter is arranged at a closed position. It is configured to be in the non-accepted state and to be in the accepted state when the shutter is arranged in the open position.
When the first ball entry portion is in the non-accepting state, a part of the rolling surface of the game ball in the predetermined flow path is formed by the shutter of the first ball entry portion.
The passage length of the connecting passage portion connecting the first ball entry portion and the second ball entry portion in the predetermined flow path is a passage portion formed by the shutter of the first ball entry portion in the predetermined flow path. Any one of the feature E1 to the feature E4, which is shorter than any of the passage length of the passage portion and the passage length of the passage portion formed by the shutter of the second ball entry portion in the predetermined flow path. The game machine described in one.

Since most of the game balls flowing down the predetermined flow path can enter either the first entry portion or the second entry portion, one large size can be obtained by combining the first entry portion and the second entry portion. It can be made to look like the entry part is constructed. It is advantageous to improve the satisfaction of the player by making it appear as if the large ball entry section secures the entry opportunity of the game ball. Here, by making the passage length of the connecting passage portion shorter than the passage length of the passage portion formed by each shutter, it is possible to enhance the sense of unity between the two ball entry portions. Thereby, the above impression can be strengthened.

Further, by making the passage length of the connecting passage portion shorter than the passage length related to the second entry portion, the game ball that has reached the second entry portion in a situation where the first entry portion is open. However, it becomes easier to give the player the impression that the ball can enter the first ball entry section as soon as the second ball entry section can pass through, and the shutter of the second ball entry section or the game ball that reaches the first ball entry section. It can contribute to the improvement of attention to the behavior of.

Feature E6. The first ball entry portion has an opening (large winning opening) through which a plurality of game balls can pass at the same time and a shutter (shutter) for opening and closing the opening, and the shutter is arranged at a closed position. It is configured to be in the non-accepted state and to be in the accepted state when the shutter is arranged in the open position.
When the first ball entry portion is in the non-accepting state, a part of the rolling surface of the game ball in the predetermined flow path is formed by the shutter of the first ball entry portion.
In the feature E4 or feature E5, the shutter of the first ball entry portion and the shutter of the second ball entry portion extend in a predetermined direction, and the connecting passage portion extends in a direction intersecting the predetermined direction. The game machine described.

As described above, if most of the game balls flowing down the predetermined flow path can enter either the first entry portion or the second entry portion, the first entry portion and the second entry portion are provided. By combining the parts, one large ball entry part can be constructed. It is advantageous to improve the satisfaction of the player by making it appear as if the large ball entry section secures the entry opportunity of the game ball.

In this type of large ball entry section, when the main entry destination is switched between the first entry section and the second entry section depending on the situation, the entry into the first entry section should not occur. There is a high possibility that the game hall will suffer a disadvantage due to the occurrence of a ball entering the first ball entry section. When such circumstances are taken into consideration, a connecting passage is provided between the first ball entry section and the second ball entry section to delay or thin the movement of the game ball toward the first ball entry section. Has technical significance. If the connecting passage is lengthened to some extent, those functions can be exerted favorably, but on the other hand, there is a concern that the sense of unity between the two ball-entry parts will be reduced and the impression that the ball-entry part is one large-sized ball-entry part will be weakened. To. In this regard, as shown in this feature, the positions of the ball entry portions are shifted (for example, offset vertically) so that the shutters of both ball entry portions extend in a predetermined direction and the connecting passage portion extends in a direction intersecting the predetermined direction. By adopting the configuration, it is possible to reduce the decrease in the sense of unity between the two ball-entry portions while increasing the passage length of the connecting passage.

Feature E7. A discharge port (out port 68) through which a game ball is discharged from the game area is formed in the most downstream portion of the game area.
A branch passage portion is formed at an intermediate position of the connecting passage portion, and the game ball that has flowed into the branch passage portion is discharged from the game area without reaching the discharge port. The gaming machine according to the feature E6.

The game ball that has flowed into the branch passage portion provided at the intermediate position of the connecting passage portion is discharged from the game area as it is, and the arrival at the first entry portion is avoided. In this way, a part of the game ball that has passed through the second entry section is discharged from the game area without flowing into the first entry section, so that the game ball that has flowed into the branch passage portion is described above. Compared with the configuration toward the discharge port, the impression that it is the large ball entry portion of 1 described above can be strengthened.

Feature E8. A deceleration portion (protruding portions 335a, 336a) for decelerating the game ball is provided in a portion of the predetermined flow path in which the passage portion is formed by the shutter of the second ball entry portion.
The gaming machine according to any one of features E4 to E7, wherein the deceleration section is arranged at a position closer to the connecting passage section.

In a configuration in which the first ball entry section is given preferential treatment to the player over the second ball entry section, the game ball passes through the second ball entry section and heads for the first ball entry section. It is assumed that the launch operation is executed in anticipation of the above, and the player's attention is more likely to be directed to the movement of the game ball from the second entry portion to the connecting passage portion. Here, in a configuration in which a deceleration portion is provided in the passage portion formed by the shutter to extend the passage required period, the deceleration portion is arranged so as to be biased toward the connecting passage portion, thereby attracting the attention of the player. It is possible to easily follow the movement of the game ball in a place where it is easy to face. This can contribute to further improvement in attention.

Feature E9. The first ball entry section is configured to switch to the acceptance state based on the ball entry into the second ball entry section.
During the period in which the second ball entry portion is in the receiving state in the first switching mode, the game ball passes through a portion of the predetermined flow path where the passage portion is formed by the shutter of the second ball entry portion. Described in any one of the features E1 to E8, which is shorter than the required period required for the ball and is configured so that the first ball entry portion is shorter than the period in which the ball is in the receiving state. Game machine.

As shown in this feature, the period during which the second entry portion is in the receiving state in the first switching mode is the period in which the passage portion is formed by the shutter of the second entry portion in the predetermined flow path. Even if it is shorter than the time required for the ball to pass through, the game ball located on the shutter will enter the first ball entry section when the first ball entry section is switched to the receiving state. .. Therefore, it is possible to secure the entry into the second entry section while increasing the number of game balls moving to the first entry section by shortening the acceptance period.

Further, since the period during which the second ball entry section is in the receiving state in the first switching mode is set to be shorter than the period during which the first ball entry section is in the acceptance state, the first ball entry section is entered. It becomes easy to grasp from the behavior of these two ball entry sections that the situation is likely to cause ball entry, and it is possible to make it easier for the player to pay attention to the ball entry into the first ball entry section.

Feature E10. A game board (game board 60) in which a game area (game area PE) is formed, and
Information in the first acquisition means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for acquiring special information (holding information) when a ball enters the starting ball entry unit (for example, the right operating port 63a) provided in the game area. Function to execute acquisition process) and
A first storage means (holding ball storage area 632 of RAM 604) capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the first acquisition means, and
The lottery process is performed by the first determination means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that sequentially determines whether or not the special information stored in the first storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information (for example, winning information). Function to execute) and
The first display unit (for example, the display unit DR for the operating port) that can variably display the pattern,
The variable display of the pattern is started in the first display unit prior to the determination by the first determination means or based on the determination by the first determination means, and the result of the determination. The stop result corresponding to is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game, and the variable display of the pattern of each game is performed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. A first display control means (for example, a function of executing a game rotation control process in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that controls the display of the first display unit so as to be performed.
A special ball-entry unit (lower variable winning device) provided in the game area and capable of switching between a receiving state in which a game ball flowing down the game area can enter and a non-accepting state in which it is more difficult to enter than the accepted state. 65) and
Based on the fact that the determination result by the first determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information and the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the first display control means, the special ball entry portion is described. It is equipped with a first switching control means (a function of executing opening / closing processing of the lower variable winning device 65 by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for switching to the acceptance state.
The starting ball entry portion is arranged on a predetermined flow path (right route) toward the special ball entry section, and from the acceptance state in which the game ball flowing down the predetermined flow path can enter and the acceptance state. It is possible to switch to the non-acceptance state where it is difficult to enter the ball.
A second acquisition means (in the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that acquires predetermined information (value of the open random number counter C4) when the game ball passes through a predetermined passing portion (through gate 66) provided in the game area. Function to acquire the value of the open random number counter C4) and
A second storage means (storage area 633 for electric service in RAM 604 of the main control device 162) for storing predetermined information acquired by the second acquisition means, and
A support lottery is executed by the second determination means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162) that determines whether or not to switch the starting ball entry portion to the acceptance state based on the predetermined information stored in the second storage means. Function to do) and
The second display unit (display unit DS for through gate) that can variably display the pattern, and
The variable display of the pattern in the second display unit is started prior to the determination by the second determination means or based on the determination made by the second determination means, and corresponds to the determination result by the second determination means. A second display control means (a function of executing a pattern display process by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162) for confirming the displayed pattern, and
When the pattern corresponding to the winning result is confirmed and displayed on the second display unit, the second switching control means (MPU 602 of the main control device 162 performs the large winning opening opening / closing process) for switching the starting ball entry unit to the acceptance state. With the function to execute)
As the switching control mode by the second switching control means, the first switching mode (low frequency support mode) and the second switching mode in which the start-in ball portion is in the non-accepting state for a shorter period than the first switching mode. (High frequency support mode) is provided,
The second display control means has the second switching mode rather than the first specific period, which is the sum of the variable display period and the definite display period of the pattern in the second display unit when the first switching mode is set. The second specific period, which is the sum of the variable display period and the final display period of the pattern in the second display unit in the case of, is configured to be shorter.
A first predetermined number (for example, one) of game balls is paid out based on the entry into the starting ball entry section, and a second predetermined number is larger than the first predetermined number based on the entry into the special entry section. A payout means (payout device 222) for paying out a number (for example, 10) of game balls is provided.
The starting ball entry portion has an opening (right operating port 63a) through which a plurality of game balls can pass at the same time and a shutter (shutter 331) for opening and closing the opening, and the shutter is arranged at a closed position. It is configured to be in the non-accepted state and to be in the accepted state when the shutter is arranged in the open position.
When the starting ball entry portion is in the non-accepting state, a part of the rolling surface of the game ball in the predetermined flow path is formed by the shutter.
The required period required for the game ball flowing down the predetermined flow path to pass over the shutter is configured to be longer than the second specific period and shorter than the first specific period. A featured game machine.

According to the feature E10, the time required for the game ball flowing down the predetermined flow path to pass on the shutter is the sum of the variable display period and the fixed display period of the pattern in the second switching mode (second specific period). Is longer than. Therefore, during the second switching mode, most of the game balls that have reached the second ball entry section will enter the second ball entry section. That is, the game ball launched into the predetermined flow path during the second switching mode flows into the second ball entry section, and the ball entry into the first ball entry section is suppressed. On the other hand, the required period is shorter than the sum of the variable display period and the final display period of the pattern in the first switching mode (first specific period). Therefore, during the first switching mode, even if the second ball entry unit continuously switches to the receiving state, a part of the game ball that has reached the shutter passes through the second ball entry unit and the first ball entry unit. Head to the club. In this way, while the relatively advantageous entry into the first ball entry section occurs during the first switching mode, the entry into the first ball entry section is suppressed during the second switching mode. Therefore, a clear difference can be made in the progress of the game.

Here, in order to reduce the number of game balls (spills) that pass through the second entry section and head toward the first entry section during the second switching mode in order to differentiate each switching mode, a specific period can be shortened. Good. However, if the specific period is simply shortened, it becomes difficult to launch / stop according to the result displayed on the display unit (advance the game advantageously), and the significance of providing the display unit diminishes. I will end up. In this respect, according to the configuration shown in this feature, it is possible to suppress the variable display period and the definite display period of the pattern from becoming extremely short while suppressing the above-mentioned spill. As a result, it is possible to suitably improve the degree of attention to the game.

It is also possible to apply the technical ideas shown in the above features E2 to E9 to this feature.

Further, the technical ideas shown in the features E1 to E10 may be applied to the above-mentioned features A to D.

The basic configuration of the gaming machine to which each of the above features can be applied is shown below.

Pachinko game machine: An operating means operated by a player (game ball launching handle 41), a game ball launching means for launching a game ball based on the operation of the operating means (game ball launching mechanism 110), and the launching thereof. It is provided with a ball passage (guide passage 103 of the guide rail 100, etc.) that guides the game ball to a predetermined game area (game area PE), and each game part (nails, etc.) arranged in the game area, and each of these game parts. A gaming machine that gives a privilege to a player when a gaming ball passes through a predetermined passing portion (general winning opening 61, etc.).

Rotating game machine such as a slot machine: Equipped with a variable display means for displaying the symbol sequence consisting of a plurality of symbols in a variable manner and then displaying the symbol row in the final stop, and the symbol variation starts due to the operation of the starting operation means. A special game that is advantageous to the player on the condition that the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped due to the operation of the stopping operation means or the predetermined time elapses, and the final stop symbol at the time of the stop is a specific symbol. A game machine that generates a state (bonus game, etc.).

Belt-type game machine using a ball: Equipped with a variable display means for displaying the symbol sequence consisting of a plurality of symbols in a variable manner and then displaying the symbol row in a final stop, the symbol variation is started and stopped due to the operation of the starting operation means. A special gaming state (bonus) that is advantageous to the player on the condition that the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped due to the operation of the operation means or the predetermined time elapses, and the final stop symbol at the time of the stop is a specific symbol. (Game, etc.) is generated, and further, a throwing device provided with a ball saucer and a throwing device for taking in a game ball from the ball saucer and a payout device for paying out the game ball to the ball saucer is provided. A game machine configured so that the operation of the starting operation means becomes effective when the game ball is thrown in.

10 ... Pachinko machine as a game machine, 41 ... Game ball launch handle, 60 ... Game board, 62 ... Lower actuating ball entry section, 62a ... Lower actuating port, 63 ... Right actuating ball entry section, 63a ... Right actuating port, 64 ... Upper variable winning device, 65 ... Lower variable winning device, 70 ... Ball winning unit, 75 ... Symbol display device, 75a ... Display screen, 81 ... Main display unit, 110 ... Game ball launching mechanism as a game ball launching means , 162 ... main control device, 191 ... power supply / launch control device, 311 ... upper prize opening, 315 ... shutter, 323 ... intermediate passage, 331 ... shutter, 335a, 336a ... ridge, 345 ... shutter, 602 ... MPU, 604 ... RAM, 632 ... Hold ball storage area, D ... Main display unit, DL ... Lower operating port display unit, DR ... Right operating port display unit, DS ... Through gate display unit, PE ... Game area, SE1 ... 1st specific area, SE2 ... 2nd specific area.

Claims (2)

The game board where the game area is formed and
A game ball launching means for launching a game ball into the game area based on the player's launch operation, and
Special information acquisition means for acquiring special information when a ball enters the starting ball entry portion provided in the game area, and
An acquisition information storage means capable of storing a plurality of special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, and an acquisition information storage means.
A determination means for sequentially determining whether or not the special information stored in the acquired information storage means corresponds to the predetermined determination information.
A pattern display means having a display unit and capable of variably displaying a pattern on the display unit,
A stop result corresponding to the result of the determination by starting the variable display of the pattern in the pattern display means prior to the determination by the determination means or based on the determination made by the determination means. Is displayed and the variable display of the pattern is terminated as one game time, and the pattern of each game time is variablely displayed according to the special information stored in the acquired information storage means. The game time control means for controlling the pattern display means and
The determination result by the determination means becomes the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information, and the gaming state is changed from the predetermined gaming state to the player based on the fact that the pattern corresponding to the determination result is stopped and displayed by the game turn control means. and special game state transition means for shifting to an advantageous special game state,
A switching means for switching between a receiving state in which the game ball can enter the starting ball and a non-accepting state in which the game ball is more difficult to enter than the accepted state.
A switching control means for controlling the switching means and a switching control means are provided.
As the switching control mode of the switching means by the switching control means, a first switching mode and a second switching mode in which the non-accepting state is shorter than the first switching mode are provided.
As the determination mode in which the determination is performed by the determination means, the high probability mode in which the probability of the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information is relatively high and the probability of the determination result corresponding to the predetermined determination information are relative. Has a low probability mode and
As the predetermined gaming state, the first predetermined gaming state corresponding to the first switching mode and the low probability mode, the second predetermined gaming state corresponding to the second switching mode and the high probability mode, and the first switching. A third predetermined gaming state corresponding to the mode and the high probability mode and a fourth predetermined gaming state corresponding to the second switching mode and the low probability mode are provided.
It is arranged in a predetermined flow path in the game area, and is switched between an acceptance state in which a game ball flowing down the predetermined flow path can enter and a non-acceptance state in which it is more difficult for the game ball to enter than the acceptance state. With possible special entry clubs,
With a payout means for paying out a game ball based on the entry into the special entry section and the start entry section.
With
When the special gaming state transition means shifts to the special gaming state, the special entry portion is configured to switch to the acceptance state.
When the game shifts to the third predetermined gaming state, the game ball goes to the predetermined flow path per unit period as compared with the case where the transition to the second predetermined gaming state and the transition to the fourth predetermined gaming state. It is configured so that the ratio of the number of game balls paid out to the number of shots when is fired is large.
The predetermined determination information includes the first determination information and the second determination information.
When the determination result by the determination means becomes the first determination result corresponding to the first determination information or the second determination result corresponding to the second determination information in the first predetermined gaming state, the special gaming state A second predetermined game state transition means for shifting the game state to the second predetermined game state upon termination, and
If the determination unit according to the determination result that will be migrated to the result the second predetermined gaming state to the first determination result and become the second predetermined gaming state transition means, the upper limit of the number of games in the second predetermined gaming state When one upper limit is set and the determination result by the determination means becomes the second determination result and the second predetermined gaming state transition means shifts to the second predetermined gaming state, the number of games in the second predetermined gaming state An upper limit setting means for setting a second upper limit that is larger than the first upper limit as the upper limit of
If the first upper limit is set as the upper limit by the upper limit setting means, said second predetermined gaming state a game state based on the number of games in the second predetermined gaming state reaches the first upper limit is shifted to the third predetermined game state from when said front Stories second upper limit is set as the upper limit by the upper limit setting means, the game number in the second predetermined gaming state reaches the second upper limit A third predetermined game state transition means for shifting the game state from the second predetermined game state to the third predetermined game state based on the above.
When the condition for shifting to the fourth predetermined gaming state is satisfied, the fourth predetermined gaming state transition means for shifting the gaming state to the fourth predetermined gaming state with the end of the special gaming state, and
With the first predetermined gaming state transition means for shifting the gaming state from the fourth predetermined gaming state to the first predetermined gaming state based on the number of games in the fourth predetermined gaming state reaching the predetermined number of times.
With
The gaming machine , wherein the upper limit setting means is configured such that at least one of the first upper limit and the second upper limit is equal to or less than the specified number of times. The gaming machine according to claim 1, which is a pachinko machine.

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