JP6988171B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

As a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine, there is known a gaming machine that is provided with a ball entry portion capable of entering a game ball and performs a predetermined lottery process based on the entry of the game ball into the entry portion (for example, a patent). See Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2005-074175

Here, there is still room for improvement in improving the interest.

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 gaming machine capable of improving the interest.

The present invention
A launching means that launches a game ball based on the launching operation by the player,
A special entry section where the game ball launched by the launch means can enter,
With a predetermined notification means
An effect executing means for executing a notification effect by the predetermined notification means, and an effect executing means.
It is a gaming machine equipped with
A special state is set in which the rate of entry into the special entry section changes.
The effect executing means is
An effect that is executed when the state shifts to the special state, and is an advantage that the advantageous suggestion suggesting that the situation is advantageous to the player becomes easy to be executed or is executed after the predetermined effect is executed. The predetermined first special effect capable of notifying a plurality of types of result contents including the contents and the non-advantageous contents suggesting that the advantageous situation is not easily executed or will be executed. and hand-stage that can be executed by the notification means,
The second special effect, which is an effect executed when a game ball enters the special ball entry portion and is terminated based on the elapse of a predetermined execution period, is different from the predetermined notification means or the present device. and hand-stage that can be executed by the notification means,
When a ball enters the special ball entry portion, a means for facilitating or enabling the execution of the advantageous suggestion in the special state, and
A means for facilitating or enabling the non-advantageous suggestion to be executed or executed in the special state according to the elapse of the execution period of the second special effect in the special state.
It is characterized by having.

According to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest.

It is a perspective view which shows the pachinko machine in 1st Embodiment. It is a perspective view which shows the main composition of a pachinko machine in an unfolded manner. It is a perspective view which shows the main composition of a pachinko machine in an unfolded manner. It is a front view which shows the structure of a game board. (A) An explanatory view of the positional relationship between the through gate and the electric accessory, and (b) and (c) a vertical sectional view of the electric accessory and the second operating port as viewed from the side surface side. 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 pass / fail table for 1st special drawing. It is a schematic diagram which shows the pass / fail table for the 2nd special drawing. (A) Schematic diagram showing the normal map pass / fail table, (b) Schematic diagram showing the normal map fluctuation display time table for the low probability mode, and (c) Schematic diagram showing the normal map fluctuation display time table for the high probability mode. be. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interrupt processing executed by the MPU of a main control unit. It is a flowchart which shows the winning process for through. It is a flowchart which shows the winning process for a working opening. It is a flowchart which shows the normal process. It is a flowchart which shows the game times control processing. It is a flowchart which shows the control process for 1st special drawing. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation start processing for 1st special figure. It is a flowchart which shows the setting process of a variation display time. (A) Schematic diagram showing the first special figure variation display time table for the low probability mode, (b) Schematic diagram showing the first special figure variation display time table for the high probability mode, (c) For the low probability mode. It is a schematic diagram which shows the 2nd special figure variation display time table, and (d) is the schematic diagram which shows the 2nd special figure variation display time table for a high probability mode. It is a flowchart which shows the control process for 2nd special figure. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation start processing for 2nd special figure. It is a flowchart which shows the game state transition process. It is a flowchart which shows the process for electric service support. It is a flowchart which shows the normal figure game time control process. It is a flowchart which shows the ordinary figure fluctuation start processing. It is a flowchart which shows the normal figure game state transition process. It is a timing chart showing the flow of a normal game. It is a timing chart showing the flow of a normal game. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the state of change in the time difference A of arrival timing with respect to opening timing, and time difference B of arrival timing with respect to closing timing. It is a state transition diagram which shows the transition of a game state. It is a front view which shows the structure of the game board in 2nd Embodiment. It is a schematic diagram for demonstrating the contents of various counters used for a winning / failing lottery. (A) Special figure hit / miss table for low probability mode, (b) Special figure hit / miss table for high probability mode, (c) Sorting table for first special figure, (d) Sorting for second special figure It is a schematic diagram which shows the table. It is a schematic diagram which shows the ordinary figure opening pattern. It is a flowchart which shows the game times control processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special figure fluctuation start processing. It is a flowchart which shows the ordinary figure fluctuation start processing. (A) Schematic diagram showing the first variable display time table for the general map, (b) Schematic diagram showing the second variable display time table for the general map, (c) Third variable display time table for the general map. It is a schematic diagram which shows, (d) is the schematic diagram which shows the general figure variation display time table for a high frequency support mode. It is a state transition diagram which shows the transition of a game state. It is a timing chart which shows the flow of a game. It is a front view which shows the structure of the game board in 3rd Embodiment. (A) is a vertical cross-sectional view seen from the side surface side of the second variable winning device, and (b) is a vertical cross-sectional view seen from the back side of the second variable winning device. (A) It is a schematic diagram which shows the hit / fail table for the 1st special figure, and (b) is the schematic diagram which shows the pass / fail table for the 2nd special figure. (A) is a schematic diagram showing a low distribution mode, and (b) is a schematic diagram showing a high distribution mode. It is a schematic diagram which shows the distribution table for various big hits. It is a flowchart which shows the normal process. It is a flowchart which shows the special figure fluctuation start processing. It is a flowchart which shows the game state transition process. It is a flowchart which shows the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode. It is a flowchart which shows the V distribution setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the ordinary figure fluctuation start processing. (A) is a schematic diagram showing a normal map fluctuation display time table for a low frequency support mode, and (b) is a schematic diagram showing a normal map fluctuation display time table for a high frequency support mode. It is a flowchart which shows the process for special effect executed by MPU of a notification / effect control device. It is a flowchart which shows the process for 1st special production. It is a flowchart which shows the process for the 2nd special production. It is a flowchart which shows the V prize processing. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the outline of production. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the outline of production. It is a state transition diagram which shows the transition of a game state. It is a timing chart which shows the flow of a game. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the state of change of the number of holdings of a normal figure. It is a front view which shows the structure of the game board in 4th Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the positional relationship of the upper variable winning device, a through gate, and an electric accessory. It is a flowchart which shows the opening and closing process of a big prize opening. It is a flowchart which shows the setting process of the opening time. It is a timing chart showing the relationship between the opening / closing timing of the upper prize opening and the easy winning state. It is a timing chart showing the relationship between the opening / closing timing of the upper and lower large winning openings and the easy winning state. In the first modification of the fourth embodiment, (a) a schematic diagram showing a distribution table, and (b) a flowchart showing a large winning opening opening / closing process. (A) A flowchart showing a round effect setting process executed by the MPU of the notification / effect control device, and (b) to (e) explanatory diagrams for explaining an outline of the effect. In the second modification of the fourth embodiment, (a) a schematic diagram showing a normal diagram fluctuation display time table for an open / close execution mode, (b) a flowchart showing an opening time setting process, and (c) a standby time. It is a flowchart which shows the setting process. It is a timing chart showing the relationship between the opening / closing timing of the upper prize opening and the easy winning state. In the third modification of the fourth embodiment, it is a schematic diagram showing (a) a general diagram variation display time table for the opening / closing execution mode, and (b) a schematic diagram for explaining the winning assistance duration. It is a schematic diagram which shows the player HP setting table. It is a flowchart which shows the round effect setting process. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the outline of production. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the outline of production. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the outline of production. It is explanatory drawing of the positional relationship of the upper variable winning apparatus, the through gate, and the electric accessory in the 4th modification of 4th Embodiment. In the fifth modification of the fourth embodiment, (a) explanatory views of the positional relationship between the movable accessory, the through gate, and the electric accessory, (b), (c) the vertical section of the movable accessory as viewed from the side surface side. It is a top view. It is explanatory drawing of the positional relationship of a rotating body, a through gate, and an electric accessory in the 6th modification of 4th Embodiment. It is a front view which shows the structure of the game board in 5th Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the positional relationship of a distribution valve, a through gate, and an electric accessory in the 1st modification of 5th Embodiment. It is a schematic diagram of the rolling part in the 2nd modification of the 5th Embodiment. It is a front view which shows the structure of (a) a game board, and (b) is a schematic diagram which shows a normal figure hit-and-miss table in the 3rd modification of 5th Embodiment. (A) is a schematic diagram showing a normal map fluctuation display time table for the first state, and (b) is a schematic diagram showing a normal map fluctuation display time table for the second state. It is a timing chart for explaining how the hold information on the general drawing side is acquired in the 1st state. It is a timing chart for explaining how the hold information on the general drawing side is acquired in the 2nd state. It is a state transition diagram which shows the transition of a game state. It is a front view which shows the structure of the game board in the 4th modification of 5th Embodiment. (A) Schematic diagram showing the normal map pass / fail table, (b) Schematic diagram showing the normal map fluctuation display time table for the first state, (c) Schematic diagram showing the normal map fluctuation display time table for the second state. be. It is a timing chart for explaining another example. It is a figure which shows the modification of the game board.

<First Embodiment>
Hereinafter, a first embodiment of a pachinko gaming machine (hereinafter referred to as “pachinko machine”), which is a kind 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 expanded 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 materials 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. In the pachinko machine 10, the outer frame 11 is not an indispensable configuration, and the outer frame 11 may be provided in the island equipment of the amusement park.

The gaming machine main portion 12 is supported by an outer frame 11 so as to be openable and closable. 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. The 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 pachinko machine 10 can be rotated forward with the right side as the rotation tip side (see FIGS. 2 and 3).

As shown in FIG. 2, the gaming machine main portion 12 has 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 main portion 12 of the gaming machine 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 can be rotated 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 backward 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 Figure 3).

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 described later can be visually recognized from the front, and the window portion 21 is the same by the glass unit 22. It is blocked 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 that partitions the holding area 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 back and forth with a predetermined gap in between. Incidentally, it is also possible to adopt 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 unit 26 having a built-in light emitting means such as an LED is provided along the peripheral edge of the window unit 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. Further, 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 opened upward is provided inside the upper bulging portion 31, and a lower plate 34 also opened 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 the surplus game balls in the upper plate 33.

A game ball launching 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 constitute an assembly mechanism for the inner frame 13. Further, as shown in FIG. 2, a plurality of hook 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 fittings 49 form a locking mechanism for the 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 protrusion shaft of the front door frame 14 into the shaft holes. ing.

An insertion hole for inserting a hook 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, the hook fitting 49 is locked to the locking device 55 (specifically, the hook receiving member for the front door) through the insertion hole, so that the front door frame 14 cannot be unlocked with respect to the inner frame 13. Further, the locking device 55 has an inner frame hook member 57 extending rearward of the inner frame 13. The inner frame hook member 57 is hooked on the hook receiving member 19 of the outer frame 11, so that the gaming 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 in the locking device 55, and when the key inserted in the keyhole of the cylinder lock 58 is turned to the right, the front door frame 14 is unlocked with respect to the inner frame 13 and 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 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 this 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.

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. Each opening is provided with a general winning port 61, a first operating port 62, a second operating port 63, a third operating port 64, a through gate 35, a variable winning device 65, a variable display unit 67, and the like.

When a ball enters the general winning opening 61, the variable winning device 65, the first operating port 62, the second operating port 63, and the third operating port 64, it is detected by the detection sensor and determined based on the detection result. Benefits such as paying out a number of prize balls are given to the player. In this case, when a ball is entered into the general winning opening 61, 10 game balls are paid out, and when a ball is entered into the variable winning device 65, 15 game balls are paid out. Is executed. Further, when the ball enters the first operating port 62, three game balls are paid out, and when the ball enters the second operating port 63, ten game balls are paid out. Is executed, and when a ball enters the third operating port 64, one game ball is paid out. Incidentally, even if a ball enters the through gate 35, the game ball is not paid out.

An out port 68 is provided at the lowermost portion of the game board 60, and a game ball that has not entered various entry portions is 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 game area PE is not discharged later is also included. However, in the following description, in order to clearly distinguish the ball from entering the game ball into the out opening 68, the entry into the general winning opening 61, the operating openings 62 to 64, the variable winning device 65, or the through gate 35 is described. 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 (roles) 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 that a prize is generated with an appropriate probability.

The variable display unit 67 is arranged in the center of the game board 60, and the operation ports 62 to 64 and the like are arranged around the variable display unit 67. The first actuating port 62 is arranged below the variable display unit 67, and the second actuating port 63 is arranged to the left of the variable display unit 67. Further, the third actuating port 64 is arranged on the right side of the variable display unit 67. Both the first actuating port 62 and the third actuating port 64 are opened upward, and the second actuating port 63 is opened forward.

As shown in FIG. 5A, the second actuating port 63 is formed as a front-view rectangular opening that opens toward the front. The vertical dimension and the horizontal dimension of the second operating port 63 are slightly larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball, and one game ball can pass through the second operating port 63 when viewed from the front (front side). It is the size. As shown in FIG. 5B, behind the second operating port 63, there is a ball passage 240 that guides the game ball that has entered the second operating port 63 to the back side of the game board 60 and then guides it downward. It is formed. A detection sensor 391c for detecting a winning game ball is arranged in the second operating port 63 at an intermediate position of the ball passage 240. The second operating port 63 is provided with an electric accessory 66 that changes the degree of opening of the operating port 63.

The electric accessory 66 is capable of winning a prize in a closed state (non-accepting state, non-supported state or non-guided state) in which a game ball cannot win a prize in the second operating port 63, and in a second operating port 63. It is possible to switch to the open state (acceptance state, support state or guide state). As shown in FIGS. 5 (b) and 5 (c), the electric accessory 66 is a receiver that receives an opening / closing accessory 241 that opens and closes the second operating port 63 and a game ball that flows down in front of the second operating port 63. It is equipped with a thing 242.

The opening / closing accessory 241 includes a rotating plate 243 that can rotate in the front-rear direction with the rotating shaft 243a provided at the upper end of the second operating port 63 as a fulcrum. The rotating plate 243 has a size that can make the opening area of the second operating port 63 smaller than the projected area of the game ball by closing at least a part of the second operating port 63. The rotating plate 243 opens the first position (see FIG. 5B) in which the second operating port 63 is closed in an upright posture and the second operating port 63 is rotated rearward from the first position. It can be displaced to the second position (see FIG. 5C). The rotating plate 243 is switched between the first position and the second position by being driven by the driving unit 244 through a link mechanism (not shown). When the rotating plate 243 is displaced to the first position, the front surface 243b of the rotating plate 243 is substantially flush with the front surface 60a of the game board 60, and when the rotating plate 243 is displaced to the second position, it rotates. The entire plate 243 is housed in the ball passage 240. Therefore, the rotating plate 243 does not protrude forward from the front surface 60a of the game board 60 in either the first position or the second position.

The receiving object 242 is provided at the lower part of the second operating port 63, and includes a plate-shaped receiving member 245 that advances and retreats back and forth. The receiving member 245 has a retracted position (see FIG. 5 (b)) in which the entire receiving member 245 is housed in the ball passage 240, and a part of the receiving member 245 is advanced from the retracted position and partially forward of the front surface 60a of the game board 60. It can be displaced to the protruding forward position (see FIG. 5C). The receiving member 245 is in a state where it can receive the game ball from above when it is displaced to the forward position, and the game ball received by the receiving member 245 advances backward on the upper surface of the receiving member 245 to perform the second operation. It is guided to the mouth 63. The receiving member 245 is driven by the driving unit 246 through a link mechanism (not shown), so that the receiving member 245 can be switched between the retracted position and the forward position.

Under such a configuration, as shown in FIG. 5C, when the rotating plate 243 is located at the second position and the receiving member 245 is located at the forward position, the electric accessory 66 is in the open state. A receiving region RA1 capable of receiving the game ball in the second operating port 63 is formed. The receiving region RA1 is formed in a specific region RA2 (see FIG. 5B) in front of the second operating port 63 (front of the rotating plate 243 when the electric accessory 66 is in the closed state). The receiving area RA1 has the same shape and size as the second operating port 63 when viewed from the front, and the formation of the receiving area RA1 allows the winning of the game ball to the second operating port 63.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 5B, when the rotating plate 243 is located at the first position and the receiving member 245 is located at the retracted position, the electric accessory 66 disappears from the receiving region RA1. As a result, the electric accessory 66 is closed, and the winning of the game ball to the second operating port 63 is restricted. At that time, since the second operating port 63 is blocked by the rotating plate 243, even if the flow of the game ball changes due to a collision with a nail 69 or the like or a collision between the game balls, the game ball unexpectedly wins a prize. Is suppressed. Further, when the electric accessory 66 is in the closed state, the game ball can pass in front of the electric accessory 66 (second operating port 63) (specific area RA2).

It should be noted that it is not always necessary that the second operating port 63 cannot be awarded when the electric accessory 66 is closed, and the configuration may be such that it is more difficult to win the prize than in the open state. For example, the rotating plate 243 may be omitted, or the receiving member 245 may protrude forward from the front surface 60a in a state where the amount of protrusion from the front surface 60a of the game board 60 is smaller than the forward position at the retracting position of the receiving member 245. It can be configured to be. In short, it is sufficient if the ease of winning a prize in the second operating port 63 differs between the open state and the closed state, and the degree of closing or opening is arbitrary.

The through gate 35 is arranged on the left side of the variable display unit 67 and above the second operating port 63. The through gate 35 is configured as a passing type winning opening, and the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 can continue to flow down the gaming area PE below the through gate 35. That is, the game ball that has won the prize in the through gate 35 can be subsequently won in the first operating port 62 and the second operating port 63.

Here, the positional relationship between the through gate 35 and the second operating port 63 (electric accessory 66) will be described with reference to FIG. 5A. The through gate 35 and the second actuating port 63 are arranged side by side in the vertical direction with a predetermined gap between them. Specifically, both are arranged so that the central axis of the through gate 35 and the central axis of the second operating port 63 coincide with each other in the vertical direction. Between the through gate 35 and the second actuating port 63, a pair of left and right game nails arranged in the horizontal direction are planted in two upper and lower stages.

The distance between the upper left game nail 69a and the upper right game nail 69b is slightly larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball, and the lower left game nail 69c and the lower right game nail 69d are the upper left game nail 69a. And the upper right side game nail 69b are arranged so as to be lined up on the same vertical line. The distance between the lower end of the through gate 35 and the upper game nail pairs 69a, 69b, and the distance between the upper game nail pairs 69a, 69b and the lower game nail pairs 69c, 69d are smaller than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. There is. Therefore, the game nails 69a to 69d form a winning route that guides the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 toward the electric accessory 66 (second operating port 63), and at the same time, the game that has passed through the through gate 35. It is suppressed that a game ball other than the ball enters the winning route. As a result, the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 can be stably directed to the electric accessory 66, and another game ball may collide with the game ball immediately after passing through the through gate 35, or another game ball. Is suppressed from going toward the second operating port 63.

In the present embodiment, the through gate 35 and the second operating port 63 (so that the required period from when the game ball passes through the through gate 35 to when it reaches the specific region RA2 is a predetermined period (0.6 sec)). The positional relationship with the electric accessory 66) is defined. Specifically, the through gate 35 and the through gate 35 are required so that the required time from when the game ball passes through the through gate 35 to when it reaches the upper surface of the receiving member 245 (see FIG. 5 (c)) at the forward position is 0.6 sec. The distance from the receiving member 245 is set. In the following description, the arrival of the game ball in the specific region RA2 may be referred to as the arrival of the game ball in the electric accessory 66.

Incidentally, the first actuating port 62 and the third actuating port 64 are not provided with an electric accessory. That is, these operating ports 62 and 64 are always open upward so that the game ball can win a prize. The size of the openings in the first operating port 62 and the third operating port 64 is set to a size that allows one game ball to win a prize.

Returning to the description of the game board 60 of FIG. 4, the variable winning device (special ball entry device or special ball entry means) 65 is arranged on the right side of the variable display unit 67. The variable winning device 65 is formed with a large winning opening 65a leading to the back side of the game board 60, and is provided with an opening / closing door 65b as an opening / closing means for opening / closing the large winning opening 65a. The opening / closing door 65b is normally in a closed state in which the game ball cannot win or is difficult to win, and the game ball is likely to win a prize when the transition to the opening / closing execution mode (opening / closing execution state) is won in the internal lottery. It can be switched to the open state.

Here, the open / close execution mode is a mode in which the transition is made when a big hit or a special hit (so-called small hit) is won. The open / close execution mode will be described in detail later. As an opening mode of the variable winning device 65, in the case of a big hit, the passage of a predetermined time (for example, 30 sec) or the winning of a predetermined number (for example, 10 pieces) is set as one round, and it is variable up to a plurality of rounds (for example, 16 rounds). There is an embodiment in which the winning device 65 is repeatedly opened. Further, in the case of a special hit, the variable winning device 65 is opened once, and a predetermined time (for example, 1.8 sec) has elapsed or a predetermined number (for example, 10) of prizes are won, which is shorter than in the case where the opening is a big hit. It is a mode that continues until there is.

Next, the variable display unit 67 will be described. The variable display unit 67 is provided with a symbol display device 75 that variably displays (variates) the symbol by using a prize in the actuating ports 62 to 64 as a trigger.

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 scrolled in the vertical direction so as to be variablely displayed. Then, in the case of a big hit or a special hit, a predetermined combination of symbols is stopped and displayed on a preset effective line, and the mode shifts to the open / close 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 surface side thereof, and in such a fixed state, the center frame 76 and the glass unit 22 stand up from the front surface of the game board 60. The gap between the ball and the ball is configured to be smaller than the diameter of the game ball. As a result, it is prevented that the game ball flowing down the game area PE collides 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 third operating port 64 and the variable winning device 65 are arranged on the right route, and for the game ball flowing down the left route, winning the third operating port 64 and the variable winning device 65 is avoided. .. On the upstream side of the third operating port 64 on the right route, a flow path (guidance path) of the game ball is formed so as to guide most (about 70%) of the game balls launched on the right route to the third operating port 64. Has been done.

On the other hand, the through gate 35, the first operating port 62, and the second operating port 63 are arranged on the left route, and the game balls flowing down the right route are the through gate 35, the first operating port 62, and the second operating port. Winning to 63 is avoided. When comparing the probability that the game ball launched to the left route enters the first operating port 62 and the probability that the game ball launched to the right route enters the third operating port 64, the former is better than the latter. Is lower.

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. The launch destination of the game ball can be selected by adjusting the launch force of the game ball, that is, the operation amount (rotation amount) of the game ball launch handle 41.

The actuating ports 62 to 64 are arranged at positions closer to the variable display unit 67. Since a big hit can occur triggered by a prize in the operating ports 62 to 64, the player pays attention to whether or not the operating ports 62 to 64 are won, and a design for grasping whether or not a big hit occurs. It is considered that attention should be paid to the display device 75. The fact that the operating ports 62 to 64 are provided near the variable display unit 67 is a device for concentrating the points that the player wants to pay attention to around the variable display unit 67.

In the present embodiment, the upper left portion of the center frame 76 has a downward inclination toward the lower left, and the left end portion of the portion protrudes toward the through gate 35. With such a configuration, a guiding unit 77 that guides the launched game ball to the through gate 35 is configured. A cushioning member 78 such as rubber is arranged on the upper surface of the guide portion 77, that is, a portion where the game ball comes into contact with the guide portion 77. The cushioning member 78 suppresses the rebound of the game ball colliding with the guiding portion 77 and the damage of the guiding portion 77 due to the impact. The upper surface of the cushioning member 78 is flat, and the flow of the game ball rolling on the cushioning member 78 is not easily obstructed. The gap between the left end of the guide portion 77 and the through gate 35 is larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball, and the game ball can pass between them. Therefore, there is room for the game ball guided by the guiding unit 77 to deviate from the winning route to the through gate 35. As a result, the expectation of winning the through gate 35 can be easily maintained until the game ball wins the through gate 35.

As the game ball that wins the through gate 35, in addition to the game ball guided by the guiding unit 77, there is also a game ball that goes directly to the through gate 35. That is, in the upper region of the through gate 35, obstacle members (not shown) such as a plurality of game nails and protruding members that define or change the flow direction of the game ball are provided, and the game ball is not provided in the guide portion 77. The flow path of the game ball is constructed by the obstacle member so that the through gate 35 can be reached even by contact. In the present embodiment, most of the game balls fired to the left route (for example, 80% or more) win the through gate 35.

A main display unit 81 is arranged below the variable winning device 65. The main display unit 81 is arranged along the outer edge of the lower side of the gaming area PE, and projects from the front surface of the gaming board 60 to the front of the pachinko machine 10. The front surface of the main display unit 81 faces the glass unit 22 (specifically, the rear glass panel 23) that makes the gaming area PE visible from the front of the pachinko machine 10, and further with the rear glass panel 23. The distance between them is narrower than one game ball. This prevents the game ball from falling in front of the front surface of the main display unit 81. The main display unit 81 is electrically connected to a main control device described later, and the display content of the main display unit is controlled by the main control device.

In the portion of the main display unit 81 facing the glass unit 22, a main display unit 43 for displaying a predetermined pattern or the like and a display unit 44 for accessories are provided. Each of these display units 43 and 44 can be visually recognized from the front of the pachinko machine 10 through the glass unit 22 of the front door frame 14, and the game ball is prevented from moving in front of these various display units 43 and 44. Visibility is guaranteed by being done. The main display unit 43 is based on the first result display unit AS that displays the lottery result performed based on the winning of the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63, and the winning of the third operating port 64. It has a second result display unit BS that displays the result of the lottery performed.

In the first result display unit AS, the variation display of the pattern is performed triggered by winning a prize in the first actuation port 62 or the second actuation port 63, and as a result of stopping the variation display, the first actuation port 62 or the second actuation The result of the internal lottery based on the winning of the mouth 63 is clearly shown. If the result of the internal lottery based on the winning of the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 is the winning result corresponding to the transition to the open / close execution mode, the variation display is displayed on the first result display unit AS. After being stopped and displaying a predetermined pattern as a stop result, the mode shifts to the above-mentioned open / close execution mode.

In the second result display unit BS, the variation display of the pattern is performed triggered by the winning of the third operating port 64, and as a result of stopping the variation display, the inside is performed based on the winning of the third operating port 64. The result of the lottery will be clearly shown. If the result of the internal lottery based on the winning of the third operating port 64 is the winning result corresponding to the big hit or the special hit, the variable display is stopped on the second result display unit BS, and the predetermined stop result is predetermined. After the pattern is displayed, the mode shifts to the above-mentioned open / close execution mode according to the result.

In the following, in order to distinguish between a pattern that is variablely displayed when a prize is won in the first operating port 62 or a second operating port 63 and a pattern that is variablely displayed when a prize is won in the third operating port 64. The former may be referred to as a first special symbol or a first special symbol, and the latter may be referred to as a second special symbol or a second special symbol.

Here, based on the winning of any of the operating ports 62 to 64, the variation display is started on the corresponding result display units AS and BS, the predetermined stop result is displayed, and the variation display is stopped. It corresponds to one game. However, one game round is not limited to the above content, and for example, a single display area is provided, and even if a prize is awarded to any of the actuation ports 62 to 64, the single display area is provided. In the configuration in which the variable display is performed in the display area, the variable display is started in the single display area, and the game is played once until the variable display is stopped with the predetermined stop result displayed. And.

The main display unit 43 of the main display unit 81 is provided with a hold number display unit AM. The hold number display unit AM corresponds to the first actuating port 62 or the second actuating port 63. The number of times the game ball has won a prize in the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 is suspended up to four times, and the reserved number is displayed by lighting the reserved number display unit AM. The number of times the game ball has won a prize in the third operating port 64 is not held, and the holding number display unit corresponding to the third operating port 64 is not provided.

The accessory display unit 44 is a display unit for clearly showing the result of the internal lottery performed based on the winning of the through gate 35. In this case, the accessory display unit 44 performs a variable display of the pattern triggered by winning a prize in the through gate 35, and as a result of stopping the variable display, an internal lottery performed based on the winning in the through gate 35 is performed. The result of is specified by the display. If the result of the internal lottery based on the winning of the through gate 35 is the winning result corresponding to the transition to the support state for opening the electric accessory 66, the predetermined stop result is obtained on the accessory display unit 44. After it is displayed and the variable display is stopped, it shifts to the support state. In the support state, the electric accessory 66 provided in the second actuating port 63 is opened in a predetermined manner. It should be noted that a pattern that is variablely displayed when a prize is won in the through gate 35 may be referred to as a normal pattern or a normal pattern.

Here, based on the winning of the through gate 35, the variable display is started on the accessory display unit 44, the predetermined stop result is displayed, and the variable display is stopped until the accessory display unit 44 is stopped. Corresponds to one game in. Hereinafter, in order to distinguish from the game times in the result display units AS and BS described above, the game times in the accessory display unit 44 are also referred to as normal game times, and the games in the main display unit 43 (result display units AS and BS). The times are also called special figure game times (first special figure game times, second special figure game times).

Further, the accessory display unit 44 is provided with a normal figure reserved number display unit FM. The normal figure hold number display unit FM corresponds to the through gate 35. The number of times the game ball has won the through gate 35 is held up to four times, and the number of holdings is displayed by lighting the FM holding number display unit.

Each result display unit AS, BS and the accessory display unit 44 in the main display unit 43 are composed of a segment display device having a plurality of segments, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the liquid crystal display device and the like are not limited thereto. The display device of may be used.

In the pachinko machine 10, the first special figure game based on the winning of the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 and the second special drawing game based on the winning of the third operating port 64 are overlapped. It is a configuration that can be implemented. Specifically, a prize is generated in the third operating port 64 while the variation display is being performed on the first result display unit AS based on the winning in the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63. If so, the variation display of the first result display unit AS is continued, and the variation display is started by the second result display unit BS. On the contrary, when a prize is generated in the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 while the variation display is being performed on the second result display unit BS based on the winning in the third operating port 64. Also, the variable display is started on the first result display unit AS while the variable display of the second result display unit BS is continued. However, the opening / closing execution mode when the prize is won in the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 and the internal lottery based on the winning in the third operating port 64 are won. It is designed so that it is not executed in duplicate with the open / close execution mode in the case of. These controls will be described in detail later.

Explaining the configuration of the inner frame 13 again with reference to FIG. 2, the game ball 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 various configurations 111 to 113 thereof 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 up toward the game board 60 side. A ball stopper for holding the game ball supplied from the ball feeding device 113 to the above-mentioned launch standby position is arranged at a position closer to the downstream end (that is, the lower end) of the launch rail 112. 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 / 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 partitioned so that the outer shape of the game area PE has a substantially circular shape. 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 guide 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 operation amount of the game ball launch handle 41, the game ball can be hit to the area on the left side of the variable display unit 67 in the game area PE or the area on the right side of the variable display unit 67 in the 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. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the subsequent game ball from being hindered by the game ball that has reached the game area PE in advance.

The guide rail 100 (see FIG. 4) and the launch rail 112 are arranged so that the inlet 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 inlet portion of the guide rail 100 and the tip portion of the launch rail 112 are displaced to the left and right in the vicinity of 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 is formed at a predetermined interval between the inlet portion of the guide rail 100 and the launch rail 112.

A foul ball passage 46 is arranged below the gap thus formed. 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 launch 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. Will be. 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 that penetrates the resin base 50 in the front-rear direction is formed on the left side of the launch rail 112 (specifically, the side that supports the front door frame 14), 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 unit 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. Below the lower plate passage on the main body side, the upper plate passage on the front door side is arranged.

Below the passage forming member 121 in the resin base 50, 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 figure 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, in the state where 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 fittings 132 are vertically arranged side by side 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 in 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 same.

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 ball entry portion such as the general winning opening 61 gather at the lower part of the game board 60 through the collection passage. It becomes. The exit 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 entry into a ball entry port such as a general winning opening 61 by passing a game ball through a 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 area 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 the configurations associated therewith 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 same.

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 an 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 long hole that constitutes the sealing part, the box base and the box cover can be connected. 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. 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 internal main control board 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 that the illegal opening has been performed by looking at the board box 163.

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

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 collective 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, a base portion 211 to which the payout mechanism portion 202 and the like are attached, and a 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 when viewed from the rear of the pachinko machine 10, and the hooking pins are inserted into a bearing 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 base portion 211 is provided with a payout mechanism portion 202 so as to bypass the protective cover portion 212. The payout mechanism unit 202 is provided with a tank 221 that is arranged at the top of the back pack 201 and is open 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 discharged 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 opened rearward on the 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 derived 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 the payout control board for controlling the payout device 222 is housed in the board box, and the 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 supply required by various control devices or 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 by 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 it can maintain the state at the time of power failure even in the unlikely event of a power failure and can return to the state at the time of power failure when recovering from the power failure. 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 and retained, but if the power is turned on while pressing the RAM erase switch, the RAM data is initialized. It has become.

<About the electrical configuration of the 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 having a built-in RAM 604, an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, a data input / output circuit, various counter circuits as a random number generator, and the like. It should be noted that a configuration may be configured in which a part of the functions of the MPU 602, for example, the functions of the ROM 603 and the functions 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, the detection sensor 391a for the general winning opening 61, the detection sensor 391b for the first operating port 62, the detection sensor 391c for the second operating port 63, and the detection for the third operating port 64 The sensor 391d, the detection sensor 391e for the through gate 35, and the detection sensor 391f for the variable winning device 65 are connected, and based on the detection information (detection signal) from these various detection sensors 391a to 391f, the main control device 162 The MPU 602 executes a winning determination (ball entry determination) or the like for each ball entry portion. Further, in the MPU 602, a big hit generation lottery is executed based on the winning of the first operating port 62, the second operating port 63, and the third operating port 64, and the support generation lottery is executed based on the winning of the through gate 35. do.

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 corresponding to the winning. In this case, the command information storage area 625 of the ROM 603 is referred to when outputting the prize ball command. Then, when the prize to the general prize opening 61 is specified, the prize ball command corresponding to the payout of 10 game balls is output, and when the prize to the large prize opening 65a is specified, the 15 game balls are output. The prize ball command corresponding to the payout is output, and when the winning to the first operating port 62 is specified, the prize ball command corresponding to the payout of the three game balls is output to the second operating port 63. When a prize is specified, a prize ball command corresponding to the payout of 10 game balls is output, and when a prize is specified for the third operating port 64, a prize ball corresponding to the payout of one game ball is output. The command is output.

The notification / effect control device 143 includes various command for special figures such as command for change, type command, end command for change, opening command and ending command for special figure game times, and command for change for normal figure game times. Various production commands for general drawings such as type commands, variable end commands, opening commands, and ending commands are output. 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. It should be noted that 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, a variable winning drive unit 65c for opening and closing the opening / closing door 65b of the variable winning device 65, a drive unit 244/246 for opening / closing the electric accessory 66 of the second operating port 63, and a main display unit. 43 and the display unit 44 for accessories 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 open / close execution mode, the drive control of the variable winning drive unit 65c in the variable winning device 65 is executed in the MPU 602 so that the large winning opening 65a is opened and closed. Further, at each special figure game, the display control of the first result display unit AS and the second result display unit BS in the main display unit 43 of the main display unit 81 is executed in the MPU 602. Then, the display control of the accessory display unit 44 is executed in the MPU 602 during the normal game game, and the support state is executed in the accessory display unit 44 in the support state in which the open state of the electric accessory 66 is won. Display control indicating winning is executed.

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. 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 game hall 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. 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 predetermined launch conditions are 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 in the power supply / launch control device 191 the player touches 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 660 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 has a ROM 613 that stores various control programs and fixed value data, and a control program that is stored in the ROM 613. RAM 614, 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 660. It is a thing. Specifically, in the notification / effect control device 143, a variation display mode of the symbol in the symbol display device 75 and a stop display mode of the symbol to be finally stopped are displayed (for example, of the symbol) based on various commands input from the main control device 162. 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 660.

The display control device 660 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. It has a built-in RAM that is a memory for temporarily storing such as, a video display processor (VDP), a character ROM that stores image data, and a video RAM that temporarily stores image data read from the character ROM. 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 variation display stops in the order of left symbol column → right symbol column → middle symbol column, and the variation display of all symbol columns ends with a predetermined symbol combination formed on the valid line, the jackpot result or special hit result will be displayed. A video 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 be horizontal.

A hold display area is set at the bottom of the display screen 75a. The hold display area is a hold display area in which the same number of unit hold display areas as the maximum number of holds when the game ball wins in the first operation port 62 or the second operation port 63 are arranged in the left-right direction. It is composed of a number display area.

Specifically, when the game ball wins a prize in the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63, the maximum number of holdings is four, and corresponding to this, for the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63. A first unit hold display area, a second unit hold display area, a third unit hold display area, and a fourth unit hold display area are set in the hold number display area. For example, when the number of holdings when the game ball wins in the first operating opening 62 or the second operating opening 63 is one, a predetermined holding image is displayed only in the first unit holding display area, and the game is played. When the number of holdings is 4 when the sphere wins in the 1st operating port 62 or the 2nd operating port 63, a predetermined holding image is displayed in all of the 1st unit holding display area to the 4th unit holding display area. It is configured to be displayed.

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Next, with reference to the schematic diagram of FIG. 7, 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 for transitioning to a special game state, setting the display of the main display unit 81 (main display unit 43), setting the symbol display of the symbol display device 75, and the like. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7, a hit random number counter C1 used for a lottery for a big hit or a special hit, a hit type counter C2 used for determining a hit (specifically, a big hit) type, and a symbol. Generation of reach display when the display device 75 deviates 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 winning random number counter C1, and the main display unit 43 of the main display unit 81. The variation type counter CS that determines the variation display time of the pattern and the variation display time of the symbol in the symbol display device 75 is used. Further, the open random number counter C4 used for lottery as to whether or not the electric accessory 66 is in the support state (open state) and the variable display time of the pattern on the accessory display unit 44 of the main display unit 81 are usually determined. Figure The fluctuation type counter C5 is used.

Each of the counters C1 to C3, CINI, CS, C4, and C5 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 641 set in a predetermined area of the RAM 604. In the lottery counter buffer 641, the information corresponding to the winning random number counter C1, the winning type counter C2, the reach random number counter C3, and the variable type counter CS is sent to the first operating port 62, the second operating port 63, or the third operating port 64. When a prize is won, the ball is stored in the reserved ball storage area 642 as the acquisition information storage means.

In the holding ball storage area 642, the holding area Ra for the first result display unit for storing the holding information based on the winning of the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 and the execution area AE1 for the first special drawing are arranged. It is provided. The holding area Ra for the first result display unit includes a first area Ra1, a second area Ra2, a third area Ra3, and a fourth area Ra4, and has a winning history for the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63. The numerical information of the hit random number counter C1, the hit type counter C2, the reach random number counter C3, and the variable type counter CS stored in the lottery counter buffer 641 is stored in any of the areas as hold information. .. The reserved information corresponds to special information.

In this case, in the first area Ra1 to the fourth area Ra4, when the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 is awarded a plurality of times in succession, the first area Ra1 → the second area Ra2 → Each numerical information is stored in chronological order from the third area Ra3 to the fourth area Ra4. By providing each of the four areas in this way, up to four winning histories of the game balls to the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 can be reserved and stored.

The execution area AE1 for the first special figure is an area for moving each value stored in the first area Ra1 of the hold area Ra when the variable display of the main display unit 43 is started, and the special figure 1 is At the start of the game round, a hit / fail determination is made based on various numerical information stored in the execution area AE1 for the first special figure. The hold information stored in the execution area AE1 for the first special figure is deleted based on the end of the game times being executed and the opening / closing execution mode based on the game times being executed.

Further, the reserved ball storage area 642 is provided with a second special drawing execution area AE2 as an area for storing the reserved information based on the winning of the third operating port 64. In the execution area AE2 for the second special figure, when a prize is generated in the third operating port 64, the numerical information of the hit random number counter C1, the hit type counter C2, and the variation type counter CS is on the second special figure side. Stored as pending information. Using these stored hold information, the winning / failing determination and the distribution determination of one game round according to the second special figure are performed. The hold information stored in the second special figure execution area AE2 is deleted based on the end of the game times being executed and the open / close execution mode based on the game times being executed.

In the present embodiment, since the number of winnings is not reserved for winning the third operating port 64, the third operating port 64 is being executed during the second special figure game round or the opening / closing execution mode based on the second special figure game. The hold information is not stored in the second special figure execution area AE2 even if a new prize is generated. That is, the second special figure execution area AE2 is configured to store each of the above numerical information only once. Therefore, in the execution area AE2, the hold information is stored only when a prize is won in the third operating port 64 in a situation where the game round on the second special drawing side and the opening / closing execution mode based on the game rotation are not performed. Will be done. The second special drawing execution area AE2 is independent of the first special drawing execution area AE1 and can be used for determination of whether or not the result is based on the reserved information and for erasing the reserved information.

Further, the reserved ball storage area 642 is provided with a total reserved number storage area, and the total reserved number storage area holds the winning history of the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63. Information for identifying is stored.

More specifically, the winning random number counter C1 is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of, for example, "0" to "199", reach the maximum value (that is, 199), 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 "199"). The winning random number counter C1 is periodically updated, and is stored in the reserved ball storage area 642 of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins the operating ports 62 to 64. More specifically, it is stored in the holding area Ra for the first result display unit of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins in the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63, and the timing when the game ball wins in the third operating port 64. Is stored in the second special drawing execution area AE2 of the RAM 604.

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 hit / miss table (hit / miss information group) in the hit / miss table storage area 621 as the hit / miss 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. 8 and 9. As the pass / fail table, a pass / fail table for the first special figure (see FIG. 8) and a pass / fail table for the second special figure (see FIG. 9) are provided. In the lottery based on the ball entering the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63, the hit / fail table for the first special figure is referred to, and in the lottery based on the ball entering the third operating port 64, the second special figure The pass / fail table for is referenced.

In the hit / fail table for the first special figure referred to when the lottery mode is the low probability mode, as shown in FIG. 8A, the value of the random number corresponding to the jackpot result is 1 of "7". It is an individual. That is, among the values of the hit random number counter C1 from "0" to "199", "7" corresponds to the big hit result, and the probability of becoming a big hit is 1/200. The random number value corresponding to the special hit result (so-called small hit) is not provided in the low probability mode correspondence hit / fail table for the first special figure, and the lottery result is out of order except for the random number value which is the big hit result. Corresponds to the result.

In the hit / fail table for the first special figure referred to when the lottery mode is the high probability mode, as shown in FIG. 8 (b), the value of the random number corresponding to the jackpot result is "7" to "". There are five of 11 ". That is, among the values of the hit random number counter C1 of "0" to "199", "7" to "11" correspond to the big hit result, and the probability of becoming a big hit is 5/200. The high-probability mode support / fail table for the first special figure 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 which is the big hit result. There is.

In the hit / fail table for the second special figure referred to when the lottery mode is the low probability mode, as shown in FIG. 9A, the value of the random number corresponding to the jackpot result is 1 of "7". It is an individual. That is, among the values of the hit random number counter C1 of "0 to 199", "7" corresponds to the big hit result, and the probability of becoming a big hit is 1/200. In the hit / fail table for the second special figure, "0" to "6" and "12" to "198" correspond to the special hit result, and the probability of the special hit result is 194/200. .. It should be noted that the lottery results are configured to be out of order except for the random number value that is the big hit result and the random number value that is the special hit result.

In the hit / fail table for the second special figure referred to when the lottery mode is the high probability mode, as shown in FIG. 9 (b), the values of the random numbers corresponding to the jackpot results are "7" to "". There are five of 11 ". That is, among the values of the hit random number counter C1 of "0" to "199", "7" to "11" correspond to the big hit result, and the probability of becoming a big hit is 5/200. In the hit / fail table for the second special figure, "0" to "6" and "12" to "198" correspond to the special hit result, and the probability of the special hit result is 194/200. .. That is, regardless of whether the lottery mode is the low probability mode or the high probability mode, the probability of a special hit result in the winning / failing determination based on the winning of the third operating port 64 is the same. It should be noted that the lottery results are configured to be out of order except for the random number value that is the big hit result and the random number value that is the special hit result.

As described above, regardless of which of the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 and the third operating port 64 is won, the probability of a big hit result is common. However, when the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 is compared with the third operating port 64, the possibility of a special hit result is set higher in the third operating port 64. That is, the third operating port 64 is given preferential treatment over the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 when compared with the probability that some balls can be expected.

Returning to the explanation of FIG. 7, the hit type counter C2 is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of "0" to "99", reach the maximum value (that is, "99"), and then return to 0. There is. Here, in the present embodiment, a plurality of jackpot results are set by providing a difference in the lottery mode in the winning / failing lottery means after the opening / closing execution mode ends. Although the electric accessory 66 is provided in the present embodiment, it does not have the function of the high-frequency support mode (so-called electric chew support mode or short-time game state) that shifts when the opening / closing execution mode ends.

The hit type counter C2 is periodically updated, and is stored in the reserved ball storage area 642 of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins the operating ports 62 to 64. More specifically, it is stored in the holding area Ra for the first result display unit of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins in the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63, and the timing when the game ball wins in the third operating port 64. Is stored in the second special drawing execution area AE2 of the RAM 604.

The distribution destination of the game result for 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, a 16R normal jackpot result and a 16R probability variable jackpot result are set as the types of jackpot results. All of these jackpot results are those in which the number of rounds executed is 16, but the 16R normal jackpot result is a jackpot result in which the winning / failing lottery mode becomes a low probability mode after the end of the open / close execution mode, and the 16R probability variation jackpot result. Is a big hit result in which the winning / failing lottery mode becomes the high probability mode after the end of the opening / closing execution mode. In the present embodiment, both the probability of being distributed to the 16R normal jackpot result and the probability of being distributed to the 16R probability variation jackpot result are set to 50%.

The reach random number counter C3 is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of 0 to 238, and returns 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 642 of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins the operating ports 62 to 64. More specifically, it is stored in the holding area Ra for the first result display unit of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins in the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63, and the timing when the game ball wins in the third operating port 64. Is stored in the second special drawing execution area AE2 of the RAM 604. 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 is provided with a symbol display device 75 capable of performing variable display (or variable display) of a symbol (picture), and the game result varies depending on 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 symbols 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 remaining symbol rows are displayed in a variable manner.

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 the symbols is performed by the final stop symbol row.

To explain the display contents on the display screen 75a in more detail, in the state where the variable display of the symbol is first terminated in the left symbol column and then the variable display of the symbol is terminated in the right 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 symbol with the numbers that make up the combination, and in the situation where the reach line is formed, the change display of the symbol 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 the reach symbols is displayed as described above, the variable display of the symbols is performed in the remaining symbol rows, and a predetermined character or the like is displayed as a moving image on the background screen to reach the reach. It 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. Further, when the reach display is performed or before the reach display, it is determined whether or not to perform the advance notice display using a predetermined image such as a predetermined character by using the reach random number counter C3 or another counter. 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 determines the variation display time of the pattern in the first result display unit AS and the second result display unit BS of the main display unit 81 (main display unit 43) and the variation display time of the symbol in the symbol display device 75. Used in determining in MPU602. 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 first result display unit AS and the second result display unit BS (at the start of the variation of the symbol by the symbol display device 75).

In the lottery counter buffer 641, the information corresponding to the open random number counter C4 and the general map variation type counter C5 is the electric service holding area as the acquisition information storage means on the general map side when a prize is won in the through gate 35. It is stored in 643.

The electric service holding area 643 includes an electric service holding area Rc and an execution area AE3 for normal drawing. The electric service holding area Rc includes a first area Rc1, a second area Rc2, a third area Rc3, and a fourth area Rc4, and is stored in the lottery counter buffer 641 according to the winning history of the through gate 35. Each numerical information of the open random number counter C4 and the normal figure variation type counter C5 is stored in any of the areas as reserved information.

In this case, in the first area Rc1 to the fourth area Rc4, when the through gate 35 is awarded a plurality of times in succession, the first area Rc1 → the second area Rc2 → the third area Rc3 → the fourth area. Each numerical information is stored in chronological order in the order of Rc4. By providing each of the four areas in this way, up to four winning histories of the game balls to the through gate 35 can be reserved and stored.

The execution area AE3 for a normal drawing is an area for moving each value stored in the first area Rc1 of the holding area Rc when starting the variable display of the display unit 44 for the accessory, and the normal drawing of 1. At the start of the game round, an opening determination or the like is performed based on various numerical information stored in the execution area AE3 for normal drawing.

More specifically, the open random number counter C4 is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of 0 to 999, reach the maximum value (that is, 999), and then return to 0. The open random number counter C4 is periodically updated and stored in the electric service holding area 643 of the RAM 604 at the timing when the game ball wins the through gate 35. Then, at a predetermined timing, a lottery for whether or not to control the electric accessory 66 to the open state by the value of the stored open random number counter C4 is performed.

The value of the random number resulting in the opening of the electric accessory 66 in the open state is stored in the hit / miss table storage area 621 as the hit / miss information group storage means in the ROM 603 as a normal figure hit / miss table (hit / miss information group). Here, the contents of the normal figure pass / fail table will be described.

In the normal figure pass / fail table, as shown in FIG. 10 (a), the values of the random numbers corresponding to the open results are 999 of "0" to "998". That is, among the values of the open random number counters C4 of "0" to "999", "0" to "998" correspond to the open result, and the probability of the open result is 999/1000. That is, the probability of an opening result is set to about 1/1, and most of the winning of the game ball to the through gate 35 is linked to the opening result in which the electric accessory 66 shifts to the support state. There is.

Here, the opening / closing control of the electric accessory 66 in the support state is such that the electric accessory 66 is opened / closed once. Specifically, from the start to the end of the support state, the electric accessory 66 is opened only once, and the opening is continued until 0.1 sec continues, or the electric accessory 66 (second operating port 63) is awarded a prize. It continues until the number reaches five.

In the pachinko machine 10, when the game ball launch handle 41 is operated by the player, the game ball launch mechanism 110 is driven so that one game ball is launched toward the game area PE every 0.6 sec. Be controlled. That is, the opening period of the electric accessory 66 is shorter than the firing cycle of the game ball. Therefore, even if the electric accessory 66 is opened, the game ball does not always win a prize in the second operating port 63, and the opening timing of the electric accessory 66 and the arrival of the game ball at the electric accessory 66 (specific area RA2). Only when the timing is well matched will the prize be awarded. Further, since the opening period is a very short period of 0.1 sec, it is extremely difficult to generate a plurality of prizes even if a prize is won. That is, although up to 5 prizes are allowed internally, the number of prizes to the second operating port 63 in the supported state is substantially limited to 1.

Incidentally, after the end of the Fuzu game, the Fuzu opening period, which is the waiting period until the electric accessory 66 is switched to the open state, is set to 0 sec. Therefore, if the result of the Fuzu winning / failing lottery is the opening result, the electric accessory 66 is immediately controlled to be opened after the end of the Fuzu game round (specifically, after the end of the stop display time in the Fuzu game round). To. Further, after the electric accessory 66 is switched from the open state to the closed state, the normal figure ending period, which is the waiting period until the next normal figure game round is started, is set to 0 sec. Therefore, if the normal figure hold information is stored in the first area Rc1 of the electric service hold area Rc, the next normal figure game round is started immediately after the electric accessory 66 is switched to the closed state. .. If the normal figure reservation information is not stored in the first area Rc1 at the closing timing of the electric accessory 66, that is, the end timing of the support state, it is usually until the next winning of the through gate 35 occurs. Figure game round does not start.

The lottery result other than the opening result and the deviation result is not set in the normal figure winning / failing table, and the deviation result corresponds to the value other than the random number value which is the opening result. However, as already explained, since the probability of opening the winning / failing lottery is set to 999/1000, it is rare that the result of the winning / failing lottery is out of order. It should be noted that this normal figure winning / failing table is commonly used in the case where the winning / failing lottery mode is the low probability mode and the case where the winning / failing mode is the high probability mode.

The normal-figure variation type counter C5 is configured to be incremented by 1 in order within the range of 0 to 999, and returns to 0 after reaching the maximum value (that is, 999). The normal figure fluctuation type counter C5 is used in the MPU 602 to determine the normal figure fluctuation display time in the accessory display unit 44 of the main display unit 81. The normal figure variation type counter C5 is updated once every time the normal process described later is executed once, and is repeatedly updated even within the remaining time in the normal process. Then, the buffer value of the normal figure variation type counter C5 is acquired when the variation display time at the start of the variation display on the accessory display unit 44 is determined.

The distribution destination of the normal map fluctuation display time for the normal map fluctuation type counter C5 is stored as a normal map fluctuation display time table (variable display time information group) in the distribution table storage area 622 as the distribution information group storage means in the ROM 603. Has been done. The normal map fluctuation display time table includes a normal map fluctuation display time table for the low probability mode (see FIG. 10 (b)) and a normal map fluctuation display time table for the high probability mode (see FIG. 10 (c)). Is provided.

In the normal map fluctuation display time table for the low probability mode, as shown in FIG. 10 (b), the fluctuation display time is associated with the normal map hold storage number FN at the start of the normal map fluctuation and the normal map fluctuation type counter C5. It has been decided. Specifically, the variable display time and the number of types that can be selected depending on whether the number of FNs on hold in the normal figure is 1 to 3 or the number of FNs on hold in the normal figure is 4 (upper limit). , And their selection modes are different. The case where the number of FNs for holding the normal map is four means that the reserved information for the normal figure is stored in all of the first area Rc1 to the fourth area Rc4 in the electric service holding area Rc.

When the number of FNs held in the normal map is 1 to 3, two types of variable display times, 0.05 sec and 10 sec, are prepared as selectable variable display times, and one of the variable display times is the normal map variable type. It is selected and set according to the value of the counter C5. Specifically, when the normal map fluctuation type counter C5 is "0" to "998", the fluctuation display time is set to 0.05 sec, and when the normal map fluctuation type counter C5 is "999", the fluctuation display time is set to 0.05 sec. The variable display time is set to 10 sec. That is, the probability that the fluctuation display time is 0.05 sec is 999/1000, and the probability that the fluctuation display time is 10 sec is 1/1000. That is, when the number of FNs held in the normal map is 1 to 3, the fluctuation display time of the normal figure is set to 0.05 sec, which is mostly a short-term fluctuation, and is set to 10 sec, which is rarely a long-term fluctuation. Will be done.

On the other hand, when the number of reserved storage numbers FN is 4, one type of 0.6 sec is prepared as the variable display time that can be selected. That is, when the number of FNs held in the normal map is 4, the fluctuation display time of 0.6 sec is always selected and set regardless of the value of the normal figure fluctuation type counter C5.

In addition, the stop display time (fixed display period) in the Fuzu game times, that is, the duration of the state in which the Fuzu is stopped and displayed in a manner corresponding to the result of the Fuzu winning / failing lottery, is not related to the length of the variable display time. It is uniformly set to 0.4 sec.

On the other hand, in the normal map variation display time table for the high probability mode, as shown in FIG. 10B, one type of 20.0 sec is prepared as the variable display time that can be selected. That is, when the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode, the fluctuation display time of 20.0 sec is always selected and set regardless of the value of the normal figure fluctuation type counter C5. The stop display time in the high probability mode is uniformly set to 0.4 sec as in the case of the low probability mode.

<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 started periodically (for example, at a cycle of 2 msec) by MPU602.

In step S101, reading processing of various detection sensors, for example (the detection sensors 391a to 391f), 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 ball has entered the first operating port 62, the winning detection flag for the first operating port is stored in various flag storage areas of the RAM 604, and the ball has entered the second operating port 63. If it is determined that the flag has been stored, the winning detection flag for the second operating port is stored in the various flag storage areas, and if it is determined that the ball has entered the third operating port 64, the various storages are performed. The winning detection flag for the third operating port is stored in the flag storage area. Further, when it is determined that the game ball has passed through the through gate 35, the winning detection flag for the through gate is stored in the various storage flag storage areas.

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 cleared to 0 when the counter value reaches the maximum value. 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, and the reach random number counter C3 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.

In the following step S104, a winning process for passing through is executed in association with winning the winning through the through gate 35. After executing the winning process for the through gate in step S104, the process proceeds to step S105, and in the step S105, the winning process for the operating ball entry portion accompanying the winning of the operating ports 62 to 64 is executed, and this timer interrupt process is executed. To finish. Hereinafter, the winning process for the through and the winning process for the operating port will be described in detail.

<Prize processing for through>
First, the winning process for through will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

In step S201, it is determined whether or not the game ball has entered (winned) the through gate 35. If it is determined that the game ball has not entered the through gate 35, the main winning process is terminated as it is. When it is determined that the ball has entered the through gate 35, an external signal is output in step S202 to output information indicating that the game ball has entered the through gate 35 to the management control device on the game hall side. Perform the setting process.

In step S203, the value stored in the hold number storage area for storing the number of hold information for the electric service in the hold area Rc for electric service is read, and the hold storage number FN for the normal figure is less than the upper limit value (4 in the present embodiment). It is determined whether or not it is. If a negative determination is made in step S203, the main winning process is terminated as it is, and if an affirmative determination is made in step S203, the normal figure reserved storage number FN is incremented by 1 in step S204. Then, in step S205, a process of storing each value of the open random number counter C4 and the general map variation type counter C5 is performed, and then the main winning process is terminated.

<Prize processing for operating port>
Next, the winning process for the operating port will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

In step S301, it is determined whether or not the game ball has entered (winned) the first operating port 62. If it is determined that the game ball has entered the first operating port 62, the process proceeds to step S302, and a prize ball command for paying out three game balls is set in the payout control device 181.

In the following step S303, the value stored in the hold number storage area of the hold area Ra for the first result display unit is read, and the start for the first special figure stored in the hold area Ra for the first result display unit is held. Set the hold storage number RaN. In step S304, an external signal setting process is performed in order to output a signal indicating that the game ball has entered the first operating port 62 to the management control device on the game hall side. After that, in step S305, information acquisition processing for storing the values of the hit random number counter C1, the hit type counter C2, the reach random number counter C3, and the variation type counter CS is performed, and the main winning process is completed.

In the information acquisition process, it is determined whether or not the start hold storage number RaN set in step S303 is less than the upper limit value (4 in the present embodiment), and if it is less than the upper limit value, the first result display unit. The start hold storage number N of the hold area Ra is incremented by 1. Then, each value of the hit random number counter C1 or the like is stored in the first storage area of the free storage area Ra of the hold area Ra for the first result display unit. If the start hold storage number RaN is equal to or greater than the upper limit value, the information acquisition process is terminated without incrementing the start hold storage number N and storing each value such as the hit random number counter C1.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S301 that the game ball has not entered the first operating port 62, it is determined in step S306 whether or not the game ball has entered the second operating opening 63. If it is determined that the game ball has entered the second operating port 63, the process proceeds to step S307, and a prize ball command for paying out 10 game balls is set in the payout control device 181. After that, the processes of steps S303 to S305 are executed, and the final winning process is completed.

If it is determined in step S306 that the game ball has not entered the second operating port 63, it is determined in step S308 whether or not the game ball has entered the third operating opening 64. If it is determined that the game ball has entered the third operating port 64, the process proceeds to step S309, and a prize ball command for paying out one game ball is set in the payout control device 181. After that, the processes of steps S304 and S305 are executed, and the final winning process is completed. In the information acquisition process of step S305, if each value of the random number counter C1 or the like is already stored in the second special figure execution area AE2, the information acquisition process is performed without changing (overwriting) those values. finish.

On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S308, that is, if the ball does not enter any of the operating ports 62 to 64, 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 S401 to S408 are executed as periodic processes having a cycle of 4 msec, and the counter update processes of steps S409 and S410 are executed in the remaining time.

In the normal processing, in step S401, 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. Further, if a special drawing effect command such as a variation command, a type command, or a variation end command or an effect command for a general drawing is set, it is transmitted to the notification / 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 S402, the variation type counter CS and the general map variation type counter C5 are updated. Specifically, each variation type counter CS and C5 is incremented by 1, and when the counter value reaches the maximum value, the counter value is cleared to 0. Then, the updated values of the fluctuation type counters CS and C5 are stored in the corresponding buffer area of the RAM 604.

In the following step S403, a game time control process for advancing the game of each game time is executed. In this game round control process, a hit / fail judgment such as a big hit and a distribution judgment of a big hit type are performed, a change display of a symbol is set by the symbol display device 75, and a result display unit AS in the main display unit 81 (main display unit 43) is used. , BS, etc. display control.

After that, in step S404, 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 S405, the electric service support process for controlling the game in the normal game game is executed. In this electric service support process, support determination on the normal symbol side, setting of symbol variation display by the symbol display device 75, display control of the accessory display unit 44, and electric accessory 66 provided in the second operating port 63 are performed. Drive control, etc.

After that, in step S406, the game ball launch control process is executed. In the game ball launch control process, a predetermined launch condition is that a 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. 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 S407, it is determined whether or not the power failure flag is set in 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 process of the plurality of processes to be repeatedly executed has been completed. Therefore, whether or not the execution timing of the next normal process has been reached in step S408, that is, the previous normal process. 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, in step S409, the random number initial value counter CINI is updated, and in step S410, the variation type counter CS and the general figure variation type counter C5 are updated.

Here, since the execution time of each process of steps S401 to S406 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 fluctuation type counters CS and C5 can also be updated at random.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S407 that the power failure flag is set, it means that the power is cut off, so the power failure processing after step S411 is executed. That is, in step S411, the occurrence of timer interrupt processing is prohibited, then the RAM determination value is calculated and saved in step S412, access to the RAM 604 is prohibited in step S413, and then the power supply is completely shut off for processing. Continues an infinite loop until it can no longer be executed.

<Game times control processing>
Here, with reference to FIGS. 15 to 21, the game rotation control process in step S403 will be supplementarily described. As shown in FIG. 15, in the game times control process shown in the present embodiment, first, in step S501, it is determined whether or not the open / close execution mode is in progress. 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 634 of the RAM 604. 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 S501, the game round control process is terminated as it is. If a negative determination is made in step S501, the game times control process (first special figure control process) for the game times related to the winning of the first operating port 62 or the second operating port 63 is performed in step S502. After executing and executing the game times control process (second special figure control process) for the game times related to the winning of the third operating port 64 in step S503, the present game times control process ends. The basic flow of these two control processes is the same. Hereinafter, the first special figure control process will be described with reference to FIGS. 16 to 19, and then the second special figure control process will be mainly referred to with reference to FIGS. 20 and 21. The control process for special figures will be described.

<Control processing for the first special figure>
As shown in FIG. 16, in the first special figure control process, first, in step S601, it is determined whether or not the game is being played according to the first actuating port 62 or the second actuating port 63 (first special figure). judge. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the first result display unit AS of the main display unit 81 is in the variable display to the definite display, that is, whether or not the game for one game is being executed. In this determination, the variation display flag (variation display information) for the first special figure is stored (stored) in the variation display flag storage area (variation display information storage means) in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. This is done by determining whether or not it has been done. The variable display flag for the first special figure is stored when the variable display is started by the first result display unit AS, and is deleted when the pattern is stopped and displayed and the final display is completed.

If the game is not in progress according to the first special figure, 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 is in progress according to the third operating port 64 (second special figure). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the second result display unit BS of the main display unit 81 is in the variable display to the definite display, that is, whether or not the game for one game is being executed. In this determination, the variation display flag (variation display information) for the second special figure is stored (stored) in the variation display flag storage area (variation display information storage means) in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. This is done by determining whether or not it has been done. The variable display flag for the second special figure is stored when the variable display is started on the second result display unit BS, and the pattern or the like 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 S602, the process proceeds to step S603. In step S603, it is determined whether or not the game times according to the second special figure correspond to the jackpot result. If an affirmative determination is made in step S603, the control process for the first special figure is terminated as it is. If a negative determination is made in step S603 or step S602, the process proceeds to step S604. In step S604, the total number of reserved balls storage area of the reserved ball storage area 642 is referred to, and it is determined whether or not the number of reserved information according to the first special figure is “0”. If the number of reserved information related to the first special figure is "0", the control process for the first special figure is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the number of reserved information related to the first special figure is not "0", the process proceeds to step S605. In step S605, data setting processing is performed.

In the data setting process related to the first special figure, first, the number of reserved information related to the first special figure is decremented by one. After that, the data stored in the first area of the hold area Ra for the first result display unit is moved to the execution area AE1 for the first special figure, and the data stored in the storage area of the hold area Ra for the first result display unit is moved. Executes the process of shifting.

This data shift process is a process of sequentially shifting the data stored in the first to fourth areas 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 such as from the third area to the second area and from the fourth area to the third area. Then, one LED that is lit in the hold number display unit AM in the main display unit 43 is turned off.

After performing the above data setting process, in step S606, the variation start process for the first special figure for starting the variation display of the pattern in the first result display unit AS and the variation display of the symbol in the symbol display device 75 ( After executing the first special figure variation start process), the first special figure control process is terminated. Here, with reference to FIG. 17, the variation start processing for the first special figure in step S606 will be described.

<Fluctuation start processing for the first special figure>
In the first special figure variation start process, first, the pass / fail determination process is executed in step S701. In the hit / fail determination process, the hit / fail table for the first special figure (see FIG. 8) is referred to, and among the information stored in the execution area AE1 for the first special figure, the information for hit / fail judgment, that is, from the hit random number counter C1. It is determined whether or not the acquired numerical information matches the above-mentioned jackpot numerical information. In step S701, when the current winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode, the winning / failing determination is made with reference to the winning / failing table for the high probability mode according to the first special figure (see FIG. 8B), and the high probability. If it is not a mode, that is, if it is a low-probability mode, the pass / fail determination is performed with reference to the pass / fail table for the low-probability mode according to the first special figure (see FIG. 8A). 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 information stored in the first special figure execution area AE1, the information for type determination, that is, the numerical information acquired from the hit type counter C2 is grasped. Further, referring to the distribution table stored in the distribution table storage area 622 of the ROM 603, whether the information for type determination grasped above corresponds to the information corresponding to the 16R probability variation jackpot result, or the 16R normal jackpot. Identify if it corresponds to the result.

In step S704, the stop result setting process for the jackpot result is executed. Specifically, from the stop result table for the jackpot result stored in advance in the ROM 603, the pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the main display unit 43 (first result display unit AS) of the main display unit 81 in the game round. It is specified, and the specified information is stored in the RAM 604. A plurality of patterns to be stopped and displayed on the main display unit 43 are set in the stop result table for the jackpot result, and in step S704, information indicating the symbols corresponding to the type of the jackpot result is stored in the RAM 604. Further, in step S704, information for specifying in the MPU 602 whether the game result this time is either the 16R probability variation jackpot result or the 16R normal jackpot result is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. Specifically, the 16R probability variation flag is stored when it is a 16R probability variation jackpot result, and the 16R normal flag is stored when it is a 16R normal jackpot result.

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 according to the second special figure is being executed. If an affirmative determination is made in step S705, the process proceeds to step S706. In step S706, the second forced termination flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. The second forced termination flag is a flag indicating that the variable display of the second special figure should be forcibly terminated.

Returning to the description of step S702, if the determination result in step S701 is a wrong result, a negative determination is made in the step S702, and the process proceeds to step S707. In step S707, the stop result setting process for the disengagement result is executed. Specifically, the ROM 603 has a first special figure (picture) that is finally stopped and displayed on the main display unit 43 (first result display unit AS) of the main display unit 81 in the game times related to the start of this fluctuation. It is specified from the stopped result table for the stored loss result, and the specified information is stored in the RAM 604.

After executing the processes of steps S706 and S707, or when a negative determination is made in step S705, the process proceeds to step S708. In step S708, the variable display time (display continuation period) setting process is executed. Here, the variable display time setting process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

As shown in FIG. 18, in the variable display time setting process, first, in step S801, it is determined whether or not the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the high probability mode flag (high probability state information) is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. The high-probability mode flag is a flag that is stored at the end of the open / close execution mode related to the occurrence of any of the probabilistic jackpot results, and is cleared when the normal jackpot result occurs thereafter.

When it is determined that the mode is not the high probability mode, that is, the low probability mode is determined, the first special figure variation display time table for the low probability mode stored in the variation display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603 in step S802. Refer to, and acquire the fluctuation display time corresponding to the value of the current fluctuation type counter CS. In the first special figure variation display time table for the low probability mode, as shown in FIG. 19A, when the lottery result this time is a big hit result, the variation display time is 16 to 20 sec, and when it is a deviation result. The relationship between the fluctuation type counter C5 and the fluctuation display time is defined in association with the result of the winning / failing lottery so that the fluctuation display time is 3 to 20 sec. Specifically, if the game times this time correspond to the reach display, it will be 16 to 20 sec, and if it does not correspond to the reach display, it will be 3 to 8 sec. If the reach display is not supported, the variable display time becomes shorter as the number of reserved information in the first special figure increases. This facilitates the progress of the game.

When the affirmative judgment is made in step S801, that is, when the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode, the first special figure variation display for the high probability mode stored in the variation display time table storage area 623 in step S803. Refer to the time table and acquire the fluctuation display time corresponding to the value of the current fluctuation type counter CS. In the first special figure variation display time table for the high probability mode, as shown in FIG. 19B, when the lottery result this time is a big hit result, the variation display time is 16 as in the case of the low probability mode. It will be ~ 20 sec. However, if the result of the lottery this time is a wrong result, the variable display time is set to be 3600 sec, which is much longer than that in the low probability mode.

After the execution of steps S802 and S803, the fluctuation display time acquired in each step of steps S802 and S803 is set in the fluctuation display time counter area provided in various counter areas 633 of the RAM 604 in step S804. The value of the variable display time information set here is decremented by 1 each time the timer interrupt process (FIG. 11) is activated. After that, the process of setting the variable display time is terminated.

Returning to the description of the first special figure variation start process of FIG. 17, after the execution of step S708, the variation command and the type command are set in step S709. The variable command and the type command include information indicating that these commands correspond to the first special figure. The variation command and the type command set in step S709 are transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 14). The notification / effect control device 143 determines the content of the effect in the special figure game round based on the received variable command and type command, and controls various devices so that the content of the determined effect is executed. .. The content of this effect includes a variable display mode of the symbol on the symbol display device 75. Further, the change command is transmitted to the display control device 660 via the notification / effect control device 143, and the display control device 660 receives the change command to generate a symbol corresponding to the special figure game. The symbol display device 75 is controlled so that the variable display is performed.

The variation command includes information on the variation display time. Here, as described above, the variable display time when the reach display is supported is different from the variable display time when the reach display is not supported, so the variable command includes information on whether or not reach has occurred. Even if this is not the case, the notification / effect control device 143, which is a control device on the sub side, can specify the presence or absence of reach from the information on the fluctuation display time. In this respect, it can be said that the variable command contains information indicating whether or not reach has occurred. It should be noted that the variable command may include information that directly indicates whether or not reach has occurred.

After executing the setting process of step S709, the process proceeds to step S710, the variation display of the first result display unit AS in the main display unit 81 is started, and then the variation start process for the first special figure is terminated. In the process of step S710, the variable display flag for the first special figure is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. As a result, in the subsequent processing, it becomes possible to specify that the game times (for example, variable display) according to the first special figure are being executed.

Returning to the description of FIG. 16, if an affirmative determination is made in step S601, that is, if it is determined that the game is in progress according to the first special figure, the process proceeds to step S607. In step S607, it is determined whether or not the variation display time set in step S708 of FIG. 17 has elapsed. If a negative determination is made in step S607, it is determined in step S608 whether or not the first forced termination flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. The first forced end flag is a flag indicating that the fluctuation display related to the first special figure should be forcibly ended, and when the game times related to the second special figure correspond to the big hit result or the special hit result. It is stored when the game times according to the second special figure are started during the execution of the game times according to the first special figure (see step S1106 of FIG. 21 to be described later).

If the first forced termination flag is not stored, the variation display process is executed in step S609, and then the first special figure control process is terminated. On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S608, that is, if the first forced end flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604, a special hit is made in the game round according to the second special figure in step S610. It is determined whether or not it is the timing to stop and display the pattern corresponding to the result. If a negative determination is made in step S610, it is determined in step S611 whether or not it is the start timing of the game round according to the second special figure and corresponding to the jackpot result. If a negative determination is made in step S611, the process proceeds to step S609 to execute the variation display process.

If an affirmative determination is made in step S610 or step S611, the variation end process is executed in step S612. In the variable end processing, the display control of the main display unit 81 is performed so that the pattern is stopped and displayed on the first result display unit AS so as to be in a predetermined mode. That is, for example, a definite display of a pattern corresponding to a lottery result (game result) is executed. The variable display flag for the first special figure stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604 is erased when the confirmation display is completed.

After setting the variable end command in the following step S613, the control process for the first special figure is terminated. The fluctuation end command set in step S613 is transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 14). 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 660 via the notification / effect control device 143, and the display control device 660 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 or the display control device 660 may independently end the effect for the game round without transmitting the variable end command.

On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S607, that is, if the variation display time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S612, the variation end processing and the setting process of the variation end command in step S613 are sequentially performed, and then this first step is performed. 1 Ends the control process for special figures.

<Control processing for the second special figure>
Next, the second special figure control process will be described with reference to FIGS. 20 and 21.

As shown in FIG. 20, in the second special figure control process, first, in step S901, it is determined whether or not the game is being rotated according to the third operating port 64 (second special figure). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the second result display unit BS of the main display unit 81 is in the variable display to the definite display, that is, whether or not the game for one game is being executed. In this determination, the variation display flag (variation display information) for the second special figure is stored (stored) in the variation display flag storage area (variation display information storage means) in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. This is done by determining whether or not it has been done. The variable display flag for the second special figure is stored when the variable display is started by the second result display unit BS, and is erased when the pattern is stopped and displayed and the final display is completed.

If the game is not in progress according to the second special figure, a negative determination is made in step S901 and the process proceeds to step S902. In step S902, it is determined whether or not the game round according to the first special figure is in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the first result display unit AS of the main display unit 81 is in the variable display to the definite display, that is, whether or not the game for one game is being executed.

If an affirmative determination is made in step S902, the process proceeds to step S903. In step S903, it is determined whether or not the game times according to the first special figure correspond to the jackpot result. If an affirmative determination is made in step S903, the control process for the second special figure is terminated as it is. If a negative determination is made in step S903, or if a negative determination is made in step S902, the process proceeds to step S904. In step S904, it is determined whether or not the hold information (each value of the winning random number counter C1 or the like) of the second special figure is stored in the second special figure execution area AE2 of the hold ball storage area 642. If the reserved information of the second special figure is stored in the execution area AE2 for the second special figure, the control process for the second special figure is terminated as it is.

On the other hand, if the reserved information of the second special figure is not stored in the execution area AE2 for the second special figure, the process proceeds to step S905. In step S905, data setting processing is performed. In the data setting process, the hold information stored in the second execution area AE2 is set as the hold information for determining whether or not the result is correct. In the present embodiment, since the same processing as the above data setting processing is performed at the time of winning the prize in the second operating port 63, this processing can be omitted.

In the following step S906, the variation start process for the second special figure for starting the variation display of the pattern on the second result display unit BS and the variation display of the symbol on the symbol display device 75 (variation start process for the second special figure). Is executed, the second special figure control process is terminated. Here, with reference to FIG. 21, the variation start processing for the second special figure in step S906 will be described.

<Fluctuation start processing for the second special figure>
In the second special figure variation start process, first, the pass / fail determination process is executed in step S1101. In the hit / fail determination process, the hit / fail table (see FIG. 9) for the second special figure is referred to, and among the various information stored in the execution area AE2 for the second special figure, the information for the hit / fail judgment, that is, the hit random number counter C1 It is determined whether or not the numerical information related to the above-mentioned jackpot numerical information matches the above-mentioned jackpot numerical information. In step S1101, when the current winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode, the winning / failing determination is made with reference to the winning / failing table for the high probability mode according to the second special figure (see FIG. 9B), and the high probability. If it is not a mode, that is, if it is a low-probability mode, the pass / fail determination is performed with reference to the pass / fail table for the low-probability mode according to the second special figure (see FIG. 9A). If the determination result in step S1101 is a jackpot result, an affirmative determination is made in step S1102 and the process proceeds to step S1103.

In step S1103, the type determination process is executed. In the type determination process, among the various information stored in the second special figure execution area AE2, the information for type determination, that is, the numerical information acquired from the hit type counter C2 and the numerical information acquired from the hit type counter C2 are stored in the distribution table storage area 622 of the ROM 603. With reference to the distribution table, it is specified whether the information for type determination grasped above corresponds to the information corresponding to the 16R probability variation jackpot result or the information corresponding to the 16R normal jackpot result.

In step S1104, the stop result setting process for the jackpot result is executed. Specifically, from the stop result table for the jackpot result stored in advance in the ROM 603, the pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the main display unit 43 (second result display unit BS) of the main display unit 81 in the game round. It is specified, and the specified information is stored in the RAM 604. A plurality of patterns to be stopped and displayed on the main display unit 43 are set in the stop result table for the jackpot result, and in step S1104, information indicating the symbols corresponding to the type of the jackpot result is stored in the RAM 604. Further, in step S1104, information for specifying in the MPU 602 whether the game result this time is either the 16R probability variation jackpot result or the 16R normal jackpot result is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. Specifically, the 16R probability variation flag is stored when it is a 16R probability variation jackpot result, and the 16R normal flag is stored when it is a 16R normal jackpot result.

After executing the setting process of step S1104, the process proceeds to step S1105. In step S1105, it is determined whether or not the game round according to the first special figure is being executed. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1105, the process proceeds to step S1106. In step S1106, the first forced termination flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. The first forced termination flag is a flag indicating that the variable display of the first special figure should be forcibly terminated.

Returning to the description of step S1102, if the determination result in step S1101 is a special hit result, a negative determination is made in step S1102 and an affirmative determination is made in step S1107, and the process proceeds to step S1108.

In step S1108, the stop result setting process for the special hit result is executed. Specifically, the stop result table for the special hit result in which the pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the main display unit 43 (second result display unit BS) of the main display unit 81 in the game round is stored in the ROM 603 in advance. The identified information is stored in the RAM 604. A plurality of patterns to be stopped and displayed on the main display unit 43 are set in the stop result table for the special hit result, and in step S1108, 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 634 of the RAM 604. After executing the process of step S1108, the process of steps S1105 and S1106 described above is executed.

If the determination result in step S1101 is an error result, a negative determination is made in steps S1102 and S1107, and the process proceeds to step S1109. In step S1109, the stop result setting process for the off result is executed. Specifically, in the game round related to the start of this fluctuation, the pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the main display unit 43 (second result display unit BS) of the main display unit 81 is stored in the ROM 603 in advance. It is specified from the stop result table for use, and the specified information is stored in the RAM 604.

After executing the process of step S1106 or step S1109, or when a negative determination is made in step S1105, the process proceeds to step S1110. In step S1110, the variable display time (display continuation period) setting process is executed.

The variable display time setting process of step S1110 is performed in the same manner as the variable display time setting process (FIG. 18) for the first special figure already described. Explaining the process of setting the variation display time for the second special figure with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 18, in the process, first, in step S801, it is determined whether or not the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode. When a negative determination is made in step S801, that is, when it is determined that the mode is in the low probability mode, the second special figure variation for the low probability mode stored in the variation display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603 in step S802. Refer to the display time table and acquire the fluctuation display time corresponding to the value of the current fluctuation type counter CS.

In the second special figure variation display time table for the low probability mode, as shown in FIG. 19 (c), when the lottery result this time is a big hit result, the variation display time is 16 to 20 sec, and the special hit result or the deviation. In the case of a result, the relationship between the normal map variation type counter C5 and the variation display time is defined in association with the result of the winning / failing lottery so that the result is 3600 sec. That is, in the case where the winning result is the jackpot result in the first special figure variation display time table for the low probability mode (see FIG. 19A) and the second special figure variation display time table for the low probability mode. Although the variable display time is common, the variable display time when the winning result is a result other than the jackpot result is set so that the second special figure is extremely longer than the first special figure. ing.

As already explained, the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure has a special winning result as one of the lottery results, and is given preferential treatment to the winning / failing lottery of the first special drawing having no special winning result. Under such a configuration, when the fluctuation display time of the first special figure and the second special figure is set as described above, and the winning / failing lottery mode is the low probability mode, the first is higher than the second special figure. It is adjusted so that it is advantageous for the player to receive the winning / failing lottery in the special figure.

That is, in the second special figure, since the fluctuation display time in the case of the special hit result is as long as 3600 sec, the opening timing of the variable winning device 65 is from the winning timing to the third operating port 64. It is a big delay. Therefore, although the variable winning device 65 is opened for 1.8 sec, it is difficult for the player to receive a profit. In addition, the probability of a big hit result is 1/200 common to the 1st special figure and the 2nd special figure, and most of the winning or losing lottery results are other than the big hit result. The fluctuation display time of the second special figure is extremely longer than that of the first special figure. Therefore, when comparing the execution frequencies of the winning / failing lottery per unit time (for example, one hour), the second special figure is significantly inferior to the first special figure. That is, it is easier to win a big hit in a short time and it is excellent in time efficiency to receive a win / fail lottery in the first special figure than to receive a win / fail lottery in the second special figure.

With such a configuration, it is possible to win a game ball to the third operating port 64 at all times, and most of the game balls launched to the right route are guided to the third operating port 64, but the winning / losing lottery mode However, it is suppressed that the player aims to win a prize in the third operating port 64 under the situation of the low probability mode.

By the way, under the above configuration, when the winning / failing lottery mode is the low probability mode, the game ball may be unintentionally won in the third operating port 64. At this time, if the configuration is such that the game times of the first special figure are started after the game times of the second special figure are completed, the game times of the first special figure are started until the game times of the second special figure of 3600 sec are completed. Is not started, and the state in which the progress of the game is substantially stopped will continue for a long time. In this respect, in the present embodiment, since each of the game times of the first special figure and the second special figure can be executed in parallel, the second special figure is executed while the game times of the second special figure are being executed. 1 The game round of the special figure can be started, and the occurrence of the above-mentioned inconvenience is suitably suppressed.

Returning to the description of FIG. 18, when an affirmative judgment is made in step S801, that is, when the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode, the high probability mode stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 in step S803. Refer to the second special figure fluctuation display time table of the above, and acquire the fluctuation display time corresponding to the value of the current fluctuation type counter CS.

In the second special figure variation display time table for the high probability mode, as shown in FIG. 19D, when the lottery result this time is a big hit result, the variation display time is 16 to 20 sec, and the special hit result or the deviation. In the case of a result, the relationship between the normal figure fluctuation type counter C5 and the fluctuation display time is defined in association with the result of the winning / failing lottery so that it is 1 sec. That is, when the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode, the fluctuation display time is set to be shorter when the result is other than the jackpot result, as compared with the case where the low probability mode is used.

According to this setting, when the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode, it is more advantageous for the player to receive the winning / failing lottery in the second special figure than in the first special figure. That is, under the situation of the high probability mode, in addition to being able to digest the second special figure game round per time in a relatively short time, most of the winning / failing lottery results are special winning results, so that the special winning result. The open / close execution mode corresponding to is likely to occur frequently. In other words, it is possible to increase the number of balls held by continuing to receive the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side.

Incidentally, in the variation display time table of the first special figure (see FIG. 19B) in the high probability mode, the variation display time in the case of the deviation result is 3600 sec. When the result of the winning / failing lottery of the 1st special figure does not include the special winning result, it is disadvantageous compared to the 2nd special figure, and also in terms of the variable display time, it is disadvantageous compared to the 2nd special figure. By doing so, it is possible to further clarify the difference in the degree of advantage between the first special figure and the second special figure.

After the execution of steps S802 and S803, the fluctuation display time acquired in each step of steps S802 and S803 is set in the fluctuation display time counter area provided in various counter areas 633 of the RAM 604 in step S804. After that, this setting process ends.

Returning to the description of FIG. 21, after executing the variation display time setting process in step S1110, the variation command and the type command are set in step S1111. The variable command and the type command include information indicating that these commands correspond to the second special figure. The variation command and the type command set in step S1111 are transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 14).

After executing the setting process of step S1111, the process proceeds to step S1112 to start the variation display of the second result display unit BS in the main display unit 81, and then end the variation start process for the second special figure. In the process of step S1112, the variable display flag for the second special figure is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. As a result, in the subsequent processing, it becomes possible to specify that the game times (for example, variable display) according to the second special figure are being executed.

Returning to the description of FIG. 20, if an affirmative determination is made in step S901, that is, if it is determined that the game is in progress according to the second special figure, the process proceeds to step S907. In step S907, it is determined whether or not the variation display time set in step S1110 of FIG. 21 has elapsed. If a negative determination is made in step S907, it is determined in step S908 whether or not the second forced termination flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. The second forced termination flag is a flag indicating that the fluctuation display related to the second special figure should be forcibly terminated, and is the case where the game times related to the first special figure correspond to the jackpot result. It is stored when the game times according to the first special figure are started during the execution of the game times according to the second special figure (see step S706 in FIG. 17).

If the second forced termination flag is not stored, the variation display process is executed in step S909, and then the second special figure control process is terminated. In the variable display process of step S909, the pattern is changed by controlling the display (light emission control of the display segment) so that the display segments are turned on and off in a predetermined order in the second result display unit BS. Display. On the other hand, when the second forced end flag is stored, in step S910, it is determined whether or not it is the game round according to the first special figure and the start timing of the game round corresponding to the jackpot result. If a negative determination is made in step S910, the process proceeds to step S909 to execute the above-mentioned variation display process.

If an affirmative determination is made in step S910, the process proceeds to step S911 to execute the stop result rewriting process. In the process of rewriting the stop result, first, it is determined whether or not the current game result according to the second special figure corresponds to the special hit result. If it does not correspond to the special hit result, that is, if it corresponds to the deviation result, the writing of the stop pattern (the pattern corresponding to the deviation result) determined in the variation start processing for the second special figure in step S906. Replacement is avoided.

On the other hand, when the game result of this time related to the second special figure corresponds to the special hit result, the stop pattern determined by the variation start process for the second special figure (corresponds to the special hit result). Rewrite the pattern) with the pattern corresponding to the off result. By such processing, the special hit result of the second special figure is invalidated, and the stop result (stop result corresponding to the big hit result) displayed on the first result display unit AS has priority. That is, while the stop pattern corresponding to the execution of the open / close execution mode is displayed on the first result display unit AS, the stop pattern corresponding to the execution of the open / close execution mode is also displayed on the second result display unit BS. Is avoided. Along with this, both the opening / closing execution mode based on the result of the winning / failing lottery of the first special figure being the big hit result and the opening / closing execution mode based on the result of the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure being the special winning result. Is prevented from being executed.

Incidentally, in the present embodiment, if the result of the winning / failing lottery of the opponent's game round is a big hit between the first special figure and the second special figure, whether or not it is the start timing of the game round. (See step S910 and step S611 of FIG. 16), and if it is the start timing, the game is immediately terminated (see step S912 and step S612 of FIG. 16). Therefore, if a big hit result is obtained in one of the first special figure and the second special figure, the other game round will not be started after the start of the one game round and during the execution of the game round. Neither the winning or losing lottery for the 1st special drawing and the 2nd special drawing will result in a big hit at the same time. Therefore, unless the result of the winning / failing lottery of the 2nd special figure is a special winning result, the game to be forcibly terminated is a game corresponding to the wrong result of either the 1st special figure or the 2nd special figure. This is the case when the other winning / failing lottery results in a big hit while the round is being executed. In this case, the variation display time is shortened in the game times corresponding to one of the above-mentioned deviation results, and the game ends. However, since the result of the winning / failing lottery is the deviation result, the rewriting process of the stop result is not required. In the first special figure control process of FIG. 16, there is no stop result rewriting process, and in the stop result rewrite process of step S910, the current game result related to the second special figure becomes a special hit result. This is the reason why it is determined whether or not it corresponds (in other words, whether or not it corresponds to the deviation result). The configuration of forced termination is not limited to the above configuration, and if the result of the winning / failing lottery of the opponent's game round is a big hit, it may be determined whether or not it is the end timing of the game round. good.

After the execution of step S911, the variable end processing is executed in step S912. In the variable end processing, the main display unit 81 stops and displays the pattern on the second result display unit BS so that the mode is determined in advance or the mode determined in the rewriting process of step S911. Display control is performed. After setting the variable end command in the following step S913, the second special figure control process is terminated. The fluctuation end command set in step S913 is transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 14).

If an affirmative determination is made in step S907, that is, if the variation display time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S912, the variation end processing and the variation end command setting process of step S913 are sequentially performed, and then the second characteristic. End the diagram control process.

<Game state transition process>
Next, the game state transition process in step S404 of FIG. 14 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. In this embodiment, a non-special game state in which the game progresses based on the entry of the ball into the actuation ports 62 to 64 and a special game state (open / close execution mode) in which the variable winning device 65 is opened are provided. ing. The non-special game state is composed of a normal game state in which the win / fail lottery mode is in the low probability mode and an advantageous game state in which the win / fail lottery mode is in the high probability mode. The normal gaming state / advantageous gaming state is switched. In the advantageous gaming state, the probability of becoming a big hit is higher than in the normal gaming state, and since the special hit is repeated in a relatively short cycle, the payout of the game ball can be obtained. It is an advantageous game state for.

In the game state transition process, first, in step S1201, 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 S1202, and is it the timing at which the special figure game round of 1 is completed (the timing at which the variation display of the pattern on the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS is completed)? Judge whether or not. If it is not the timing when the special figure game round is finished, the main game state transition process is finished as it is.

When the game round is completed, the process proceeds to step S1203, and it is determined whether or not the game result of the current game round (the result of the above-mentioned winning / failing lottery) corresponds to the transition to the open / close execution mode. Specifically, it is determined whether or not any of the 16R probability variation flag, the 16R normal flag, and the special hit flag is stored in the RAM 604. If none of the above flags are stored, the game state transition process is terminated as it is.

If any of the above flags is stored, the opening / closing execution mode start processing is executed in step S1204. In the start process, first, an opening waiting time (starting waiting period) for waiting without starting the opening of the large winning opening 65a of the variable winning device 65 for the opening of the opening / closing execution mode is set. Specifically, the waiting time information for opening stored in advance in the ROM 603 is set in the waiting time counter area provided in various counter areas 633 of the RAM 604.

In the following step S1205, 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 S1205, the process proceeds to step S1206, and "16" is set in the round number counter RC provided in various counter areas 633 of the RAM 604. On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S1205, it means that the opening / closing execution mode this time corresponds to the special hit result, so that "1" is set in the round number counter RC in step S1207.

After executing the processes of step S1206 and step S1207, the process proceeds to step S1208. In step S1208, 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 660 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 14). The notification / effect control device 143 determines the content of the effect corresponding to the open / close 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 660 as a display content command. In the display control device 660, 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 of step S1208, the external signal setting process is executed in step S1209 to end the game state transition process. In the external signal setting process of step S1209, it is determined whether or not any of the above-mentioned various jackpot correspondence flags and special hit flags is stored in the RAM 604, and if any of the flags is stored, the game hall. A signal indicating that a big hit or a special hit has occurred is output to the management control device on the side. By receiving this external signal, it is grasped that the management control device has shifted to the open / close execution mode.

Returning to the description of step S1201, if the open / close execution mode is in progress, an affirmative determination is made in the step S1201 and the process proceeds to step S1210. In step S1210, 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 S1211.

In the large winning opening opening / closing process, when the large winning opening 65a is closed, the variable winning opening drive unit 65c is set to the driving state on condition that the round number counter RC is "1" or more, and the large winning opening is won. Open the mouth 65a. When the large winning opening 65a is open, a predetermined time (30 sec or 1.8 sec in the present embodiment) has elapsed from the opening of the large winning opening 65a, or a predetermined number (this implementation). The drive state of the variable winning drive unit 65c is stopped and the large winning opening 65a is closed, provided that the game balls (10 in the form of the above) have won a prize.

After executing the large winning opening opening / closing process in step S1211, the process proceeds to step S1212. In step S1212, it is determined whether or not the round number counter RC is “0”. If a negative determination is made in step S1212, the game state transition process is terminated as it is. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1212, the process proceeds to step S1213. In step S1213, 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, after executing the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode in step S1214, this game End the state transition process.

In the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode, it is determined whether or not the 16R probability change flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. When the 16R probability variation flag is stored, if the high probability mode flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604, it is maintained, and if it is not stored, the high probability mode flag is stored. Further, when the 16R normal flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604, if the high probability mode flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604, these are deleted, and if they are not stored, they are deleted. Keep it up. After that, various flags (16R probability change flag, 16R normal flag, special hit flag) related to the open / close execution mode are deleted. Regarding the open / close execution mode corresponding to the special hit result, the game state before the start of the open / close execution mode is restored, and the winning / failing lottery mode and the like are not changed.

<Processing for electric service support>
Next, the electric service support process in step S405 of FIG. 14 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. In the electric service support process, first, the normal figure game time control process is executed in step S1301, and then in the subsequent step S1302, the normal figure game state transition process is executed, and the present support process is terminated. Hereinafter, each of these processes will be described in detail.

<Public game times control processing>
First, the normal drawing game time control process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 24.

In the normal game round control process, it is determined in step S1401 whether or not the support state is in progress. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the support status flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. The support state flag is stored when shifting to the support state in which the opening / closing control of the electric accessory 66 is performed in the normal drawing game state transition process described later, and when the support state is also terminated in the normal figure game state transition process. Will be erased.

If it is in the support state, the game time control process of this game is terminated as it is. That is, in the support state, the normal game round is not started regardless of whether or not the through gate 35 has been won.

If it is not in the support state, it is determined in step S1402 whether or not it is in the normal drawing game. It should be noted that this determination is performed by determining whether or not the flag for displaying the fluctuation of the normal map is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. The normal map variation display flag is stored when the variation display is started for the accessory display unit 44, and is cleared when the variation display ends.

If the normal figure game is not in progress, in step S1403, it is determined whether or not the normal figure hold storage number FN is 0. If the normal number of reserved memory FN is 0, the normal figure game time control process is terminated as it is.

If the number of FNs stored in the normal map is not 0, the normal map data setting process for setting the data stored in the electric service holding area Rc for variable display is executed in step S1404. In the normal figure data setting process, the normal figure hold storage number FN is decremented by 1, and the data stored in the first area Rc1 of the electric service hold area Rc is moved to the normal figure execution area AE3. Then, the process of shifting the data stored in each storage area of the electric service holding area Rc is executed. That is, it is a process of sequentially shifting the data stored in the first area Rc1 to the fourth area Rc4 toward the lower area side, clearing the data of the first area Rc1 and changing from the second area Rc2 to the first area Rc1. , 3rd area Rc3 → 2nd area Rc2, 4th area Rc4 → 3rd area Rc3, and so on, the data in each area is shifted. Then, one LED that is lit in the normal figure hold number display unit FM in the accessory display unit 44 is turned off.

After the execution of step S1404, the normal figure fluctuation start process is executed in step S1405, and then the normal figure game round control process is terminated. Here, the normal map fluctuation start process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

In the normal map fluctuation start process, first, the normal map pass / fail determination process is executed in step S1501. In the normal figure hit / fail determination process, the value of the open random number counter C4 stored in the normal figure execution area AE3 is one with the numerical information corresponding to the open result with reference to the normal figure hit / miss table (see FIG. 10A). Determine if you are doing it. If the result of the normal figure hit / miss determination in step S1501 is an open result, an affirmative determination is made in step S1502 and the process proceeds to step S1503.

In step S1503, the stop result setting process for the release result is executed. Specifically, a pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the accessory display unit 44 in the game is specified from the stop result table for the opening result stored in advance in the ROM 603, and the specified information is stored in the RAM 604. do. Further, in step S1503, the release flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604 as information for specifying in the MPU 602 that the game result of this time is the release result.

On the other hand, if the determination result in step S1501 is a wrong result, a negative determination is made in step S1502, and the process proceeds to step S1504. In step S1504, the stop result setting process for the off result is executed. Specifically, the pattern to be finally stopped and displayed on the accessory display unit 44 in the game is specified from the stop result table for the off result stored in advance in the ROM 603, and the specified information is stored in the RAM 604. do.

After the execution of step S1503 or S1504, it is determined in step S1505 whether or not the current winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode. If a negative determination is made in step S1505, refer to the normal figure variation display time table for the low probability mode (see FIG. 10B) stored in the variation display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603 in step S1506. Then, the fluctuation display time corresponding to the value of the current map fluctuation type counter C5 is acquired. On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S1505, the variation display time table for the high probability mode stored in the variation display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603 in step S1507 (see FIG. 10C). Refer to, and acquire the variation display time corresponding to the value of the current map variation type counter C5.

After the execution of step S1506 or S1507, in step S1508, the normal map fluctuation display time acquired in each step of steps S1506 and S1507 is set in the fluctuation display time counter area provided in various counter areas 633 of the RAM 604. The value of the normal map fluctuation display time information set here is decremented by 1 each time the timer interrupt process (FIG. 11) is activated.

In the following step S1509, a command for changing the normal map and a command for the normal map type are set. The command for changing the normal map includes information on the display time for changing the normal map, and the command for the normal map type includes information on the game result (whether or not it is an open result). These set commands are transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S401 in the normal process (FIG. 14). The notification / effect control device 143 determines the content of the effect in the normal map game round based on the received command for changing the normal map and the command for the normal map type, and variously so that the content of the determined effect is executed. Control the equipment. The content of this effect includes a variable display mode of the symbol on the display unit for normal drawing (not shown) of the symbol display device 75. Further, the command for changing the normal map is transmitted to the display control device 660 via the notification / effect control device 143, and the display control device 660 responds to the normal map game times by receiving the command for changing the normal map. The symbol display device 75 is controlled so that the variable display of the designed symbol is performed.

After that, in step S1510, the variable display of the pattern is started on the display unit 44 for the accessory, and the variable start processing of the normal figure is completed.

Returning to the description of FIG. 24, if an affirmative determination is made in step S1402, that is, if it is determined that the normal drawing game is in progress, whether or not the variation display time of the current normal drawing game has elapsed in step S1406. Is determined. If the variation display time has not elapsed, the variation display process is executed in step S1407, and then the game time control process of the present general map is terminated. In the variable display processing, the display control of the accessory display unit 44 controls the display of the accessory display unit 44 so that the display segments are turned on and off in a predetermined order.

On the other hand, if the variation display time has elapsed, the variation end process is executed in step S1408, and then the variable game time control process is terminated. In the variable end process of step S1408, the information stored in the RAM 604 in the process of step S1503 or S1504 of FIG. 25 is specified, and the symbol corresponding to the information is stopped and displayed on the accessory display unit 44. It controls the display unit 44 for accessories.

<Public game state transition process>
Next, the normal drawing game state transition process will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

In the normal game state transition process, first, in step S1601, it is determined whether or not the support state is in progress. If it is not in the support state, the process proceeds to step S1602, and it is determined whether or not it is the timing when the variation display of the symbol of the normal drawing game times of 1 is completed. If it is not the end timing of the normal map fluctuation display, the game state transition process is terminated as it is.

If it is the end timing of the normal map variation display, the process proceeds to step S1603, and it is determined whether or not the game result of the current normal map game round corresponds to the transition to the support state. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the open flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. If the release flag is not stored, the game state transition process is terminated as it is.

If the release flag is stored, the support state start process is executed in step S1604. In this process, the waiting time for the opening of the normal map is set. As described above, in the present embodiment, 0 sec is set as the waiting time. In the following step S1605, "1" is set in the second round number counter RC2. The second round number counter RC2 is for counting the number of times the electric accessory 66 is opened, and is decremented by 1 each time the electric accessory 66 is opened.

After that, in step S1606, an external signal setting process is performed in order to output a signal indicating that the support state has occurred to the management control device on the game hall side. After the execution of step S1606, the game state transition process is terminated.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S1601 that the support state is in effect, it is determined in step S1607 whether or not the waiting time for the opening of the normal figure has elapsed. If the waiting time has elapsed, the accessory opening / closing process is executed in step S1608.

In the accessory opening / closing process, when the electric accessory 66 is closed, the drive units 244 and 246 are set to the drive state on condition that the second round number counter RC2 is "1" or more. Switch the accessory 66 to the open state. When the electric accessory 66 is being opened, a predetermined time (0.1 sec in the present embodiment) has elapsed from the opening of the electric accessory 66, or a predetermined number (in the present embodiment). The drive state of the drive units 244 and 246 is stopped and the electric accessory 66 is switched to the closed state on condition that the game balls (5) have won a prize in the second operating port 63. In the accessory opening / closing process, the waiting time for the ending of the normal figure is set when the electric accessory 66 is switched from the open state to the closed state. However, as described above, in the present embodiment, the waiting time is 0 sec. To set.

After executing the accessory opening / closing process in step S1608, whether or not the value of the second round number counter RC2 is 0 in step S1609, that is, whether or not one opening of the electric accessory 66 is completed. judge. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1609, it is determined in step S1610 whether or not the waiting time for ending has elapsed. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1610, the support state termination process is executed in step S1611, and then the game state transition process is terminated. In the process of step S1611, the release flag stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604 is erased. If a negative determination is made in steps S1607, S1609 or S1610, the game state transition process is terminated as it is.

In this embodiment, the waiting times for the opening and ending of the normal map are both set to 0 sec, so that the processes of steps S1607 and S1610 may be omitted.

<About the flow of Fuzu games>
Next, the flow of the Fuzu game will be described with reference to FIG. 27. FIG. 27 is a timing chart showing the flow of the normal game.

In the present embodiment, the flow of the game differs depending on the presence or absence of the normal map hold information when the variable display of the normal map is started. Here, a case where the number of FNs stored in the normal map is 0 (when there is no information on the hold of the normal figure) and a case where the number of stored numbers in the normal figure is 1 or more (when the information on the hold of the normal figure is possessed) will be described separately. Here, for convenience, it is assumed that all the game balls launched on the left route win the through gate 35.

Here, the fact that the number of reserved memory FNs for the general map is 0 means that the first area Rc1 of the reserved area Rc for electric service has the reserved information regardless of whether or not the reserved information exists in the execution area AE3 for the general map. It means a state in which the normal figure reservation information is not stored in the fourth area Rc4. In addition, when the number of FNs stored in the Fuzu game is 1 or more, the Fuzu hold information that has not yet been executed in the Fuzu game is the first item above. It means a state stored in at least one of the areas Rc1 to the fourth area Rc4. It should be noted that, as in the case where the through gate 35 is won in a situation where the normal game round is not executed and there is no reserved information in any of the first area Rc1 to the fourth area Rc4, it is very rare. When the FN of the reserved storage number of the normal figure becomes 1 for a moment, it is included in the state where the reserved storage number FN of the normal figure is 0.

<When the number of reserved memory FN is 0>
First, a case where the reserved storage number FN in the normal figure is 0 will be described with reference to FIG. 27 (a). Here, in FIG. 27A, the numbers in square brackets indicate the order of the game balls. For example, in [1] in FIGS. 27 (a1) and 27 (a4), the first (first ball) gaming ball passes through the through gate 35 at timing t1, and the gaming ball is an electric accessory at timing t4. It means reaching 66 (specific area RA2). As described above, since most of the variable display times in the normal game games are set to 0.05 sec (see FIG. 10 (b)), the variable display times in FIG. 27 (a) are all 0.05 sec. Suppose that In addition, since most of the results of the regular drawing winning / failing lottery are open results (see FIG. 10A), it is assumed that the results of the regular drawing winning / failing lottery in FIG. 27 (a) are all open results.

When the first game ball wins the through gate 35 at the timing t1, as shown in FIG. 27 (a2), the normal map winning / failing lottery is performed and the normal map variation display is started. After the lapse of 0.05 sec, which is the variable display time, the normal figure is stopped and displayed in a manner corresponding to the opening result, and the state is maintained for 0.4 sec, which is the stop display time.

When the stop display time elapses at the timing t2, since the opening period of the normal figure is 0 sec, the electric accessory 66 is immediately switched from the closed state to the open state as shown in FIG. 27 (a3). After the state is maintained for 0.1 sec, which is the opening time, the closed state is restored again. That is, 0.45 sec after the game ball wins the through gate 35, the electric accessory 66 shifts to the open state, and 0.55 sec after the game ball wins the through gate 35, the electric accessory 66 is closed. (Timing t3).

On the other hand, the period required for the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 to reach the electric accessory 66 (specific area RA2) is set to 0.6 sec as described above (see FIG. 5A). .. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 27 (a4), the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 reaches the specific region RA2 at the timing t4 that is delayed by 0.05 sec from the timing t3 when the electric accessory 66 returns to the closed state. do. That is, the time difference (phase difference) A of the arrival timing of the game ball with respect to the opening timing of the electric accessory 66 is delayed by 0.15 sec, and the time difference B of the arrival timing with respect to the closing timing is delayed by 0.05 sec. That is, the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 cannot reach the specific area RA2 (accepting area RA1) while the electric accessory 66 is open, and does not win the second operating port 63.

Here, in the present embodiment, the one-time Fuzu game period (the period from the start of the Fuzu game round to the start of the next Fuzu game round) based on the winning of the through gate 35 is set. The total of the variable display time (0.05 sec) in the normal game round, the stop display time (0.4 sec) in the same game round, and the opening time (0.1 sec) in the electric accessory 66 is 0.55 sec. (See FIG. 27 (a3)). On the other hand, the winning cycle (winning interval) from when the first game ball (leading ball) wins the through gate 35 to when the second game ball (successor ball) wins the through gate 35 is a game. It is close to 0.06 sec, which is the firing cycle (launch interval) of the sphere, and is the same as or substantially the same as the same cycle (see FIGS. 27 (a1) and 27 (a4)).

As described above, in the present embodiment, the game period for one game is shorter than the winning cycle (launching cycle of the game ball) to the through gate 35. Therefore, in the Fuzu game (a series of games consisting of the Fuzu game times and the supported state) started based on the winning of the first game ball to the through gate 35, the second game ball becomes the through gate 35. It ends earlier than winning a prize. Therefore, from the time when the first game ball wins the through gate 35 to the end of the support state of the electric accessory 66 based on the prize, the second game ball does not win the through gate 35, and a new game ball is not awarded. The information on hold of the general map is not added. As a result, after the electric accessory 66 returns to the closed state at the timing t3, a waiting time for waiting for the second game ball to win the through gate 35 is generated.

Then, when the second game ball wins the through gate 35 at the timing t4, the normal figure winning / failing lottery and the normal figure game round based on the winning are executed, and the electric accessory 66 becomes 0 after 0.45 sec from the winning. It is released for 1 sec. After the electric accessory 66 is closed, as in the case of the first game ball, the third game ball is in a state of waiting for winning the through gate 35. This flow is the same for the winning of the third and subsequent game balls, and in any of the winnings, the Fuzu game based on the winning of the preceding ball ends earlier than the winning of the following ball to the through gate 35. Relationship is maintained.

That is, under the situation where the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 0, the opening timing of the electric accessory 66 always depends on the winning timing to the through gate 35. Therefore, the opening cycle of the electric accessory 66 (the period from one opening timing to the next opening timing) is 0.6 sec according to the winning cycle to the through gate 35 (see FIG. 27 (a3)). On the other hand, the arrival cycle (arrival interval) of the game ball passing through the through gate 35 to the electric accessory 66 (specific area RA2) is 0.6 sec, which is the winning cycle (launch cycle of the game ball) to the through gate 35. Approximately, it becomes the same as or substantially the same as the same period (see FIG. 27 (a4)).

In this way, since the opening cycle of the electric accessory 66 and the arrival cycle of the game ball are equal to each other, the time difference A with a delay of 0.15 sec and the time difference B with a delay of 0.05 sec described above are for any prize. It happens in the same way. Therefore, when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 0, the electric accessory 66 is opened each time, but the second operating port 63 continues to be in a state where the game ball does not win a prize.

<When the number of FNs on hold is 1 or more>
Next, a case where the reserved storage number FN of the normal figure is 1 or more will be described with reference to FIG. 27 (b). Here, for the sake of convenience, the description will proceed assuming that the normal map holding storage number FN is 3 or less and the normal map fluctuation display time is set to 0.05 sec, as in the case of FIG. 27 (a) above. In this case, the flow from timing t1 to timing t3 is the same as in the case of FIG. 27A, and thus the description thereof will be omitted.

When the electric accessory 66 returns to the closed state at the timing t3, the FN held in the normal figure is 1 or more. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 27 (b2), the second game ball wins the through gate 35. The next Fuzu game round is started without waiting for. In the present embodiment, since the ending period of the normal drawing is set to 0 sec, the next normal drawing game round is started as soon as the closing of the electric accessory 66 is completed. Therefore, when the FN of the reserved memory number of the normal figure is 1 or more, the next game of the normal figure is advanced by the waiting time (0.05 sec) as compared with the case where the FN of the reserved memory number of the normal figure is 0. Will start with. As a result, as shown in FIG. 27 (b3), the opening cycle of the electric accessory 66 is 0.55 sec, which is shortened by the amount of the standby time. On the other hand, the arrival cycle (arrival interval) of the game ball passing through the through gate 35 to the electric accessory 66 is 0.6 sec as in the case of FIG. 27 (a).

As described above, when the normal figure reserved memory number FN is 1 or more, a deviation of 0.05 sec occurs between the opening cycle of the electric accessory 66 and the arrival cycle of the game ball. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 27 (b4), the time difference A of the arrival timing of the game ball with respect to the opening timing of the electric accessory 66 and the time difference B of the arrival timing with respect to the closing timing are the cases of the first game ball. As in the case of FIG. 27 (a), the delay is 0.15 sec and 0.05 sec, respectively, whereas in the case of the second game ball, the delay is 0.2 sec and the delay is 0.1 sec, respectively. Become. That is, the arrival timing is further delayed by 0.05 sec from the opening timing and the closing timing, and the time differences A and B change according to the difference (0.05 sec) between the opening cycle and the arrival cycle.

Such changes in the time difference A and B occur by 0.05 sec each time the normal game is repeated, and are accumulated. Therefore, in the process of repeating the normal game, the opening period and the arrival timing are eventually matched, and the game ball wins the second operating port 63. Incidentally, in the case shown in FIG. 27 (b), since the change width (difference between the opening cycle and the arrival cycle) per game in the time difference A and B is 0.05 sec, the normal drawing game is performed 11 times. As a result, the same amount of change as one cycle of the open cycle (0.55 sec) occurs, and one cycle is completed. Since the opening time of the electric accessory 66 is 0.1 sec, which is twice the above change width, the specific area RA2 (accepting area) is set during the opening of the electric accessory 66 twice in the 11 changes. The game ball can reach RA1). That is, the game ball can win a prize in the second operating port 63 with a probability of 2/11 (about 1/6).

By the way, in the above configuration, the game ball can be won in the second operating port 63 by repeating the fuzu game in a state where the FN of the reserved memory number FN is 1 or more. In order to provide it appropriately, it is desirable that there is an opportunity to surely store the FN of the reserved memory of the map, and that the FN of the reserved memory of the map that has been accumulated by the opportunity can be stably maintained thereafter. Therefore, in the present embodiment, by devising the normal map fluctuation display time in relation to the normal figure reserved memory number FN, it is possible to appropriately secure an opportunity to increase the normal figure reserved memory number FN and to secure the normal figure reserved memory number FN. It enables stable maintenance of. Hereinafter, this point will be described with reference to FIGS. 10, 28 and 29.

FIG. 28 is a timing chart showing the flow of the normal game, and FIG. 29 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the state of change between the time difference A of the arrival timing with respect to the opening timing and the time difference B of the arrival timing with respect to the closing timing. In FIG. 29, the case where the arrival timing is the lead phase with respect to the open timing or the close timing is positive, and the case where the arrival timing is the lag phase is negative.

As already explained, in the situation where the lottery mode is the low probability mode, if the number of FNs reserved for the normal map at the time of disclosure of the normal map fluctuation is 1 to 3, there is a probability of 1/1000 of the normal map fluctuation display time. Is set to 10 sec (see FIG. 10 (b)). When the normal map fluctuation display time is set to 10 sec, the normal map game period (the period from the start of the normal map game round to the start of the next normal map game round) is the variable display time. A certain 10 sec, a stop display time of 0.4 sec, and an opening time of the electric accessory 66 of 0.1 sec are totaled to be 10.5 sec. During this period, the winning of the through gate 35 is suspended up to 4 pieces, and the firing cycle of the game ball is 0.6 sec. That is, about 17 game balls can be fired in the above period, and the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure can be gently increased to the upper limit (4) (FIGS. 28 (a) and 28 (b)). See timings t11 to t12).

In this way, by setting the normal map fluctuation display time so that the normal map game period is longer than four times the firing cycle of the game ball (winning cycle to the through gate 35), the normal map hold memory number. Opportunities to increase FN can be suitably provided. In addition, whether or not the regular map hold can be accumulated by setting the configuration so that the regular map hold does not usually accumulate (or is difficult to accumulate) and the variable display time is prolonged so that the regular map hold can be accumulated (or easily accumulated). It is possible to control this by setting the probability using random numbers. This makes it easier to grasp the expected winning value for the second operating port 63 at the design stage of the gaming machine, and makes it possible to easily adjust the ease of winning.

After the FN with the reserved memory number FN is maximized as described above, the fluctuation display time of the normal map is set to 0.6 sec with a probability of 1000/1000 (see FIG. 10 (b)). Therefore, as shown in FIG. 28, after the variable display time of 10 sec is set, the variable display time is set to 0.6 sec without exception. In FIGS. 28 and 29, for convenience, the start timing of the first game round and the winning timing of the game ball to the first through gate 35 after the end of the game round in which the variable display time is 10 sec coincide with each other. It is supposed to be.

When the normal map fluctuation display time is set to 0.6 sec, as shown in FIGS. 28 (c) and 28 (d), the normal map game period for one time is 0.6 sec, which is the variable display time, and the stop display is displayed. The total of 0.4 sec, which is the time, and 0.1 sec, which is the opening time of the electric accessory 66, is 1.1 sec. Since the winning cycle (launching cycle of the game ball) to the through gate 35 is 0.6 sec, one or two game balls can be won by the through gate 35 during the above-mentioned 1.1 sec normal game game period. It is possible to replenish the information on hold of the normal map. In other words, after the number of FNs stored in the Fuzu hold reaches 4, the period of one Fuzu game becomes longer than the winning cycle to the through gate 35, so that the digestion cycle of the Fuzu hold information (Fuzu game). It is possible to replenish the Fn key hold information in a cycle shorter than the execution cycle). As a result, it is possible to proceed with the game while maintaining the normal figure reserved memory number FN at the upper limit value only by continuing the natural firing operation.

When the normal map fluctuation display time is 0.6 sec, the open cycle is the same as the normal map game period as shown in FIG. 28 (d) because the stop display time and the open time are constant. It will be 1.1 sec. On the other hand, the arrival cycle of the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 to the electric accessory 66 (specific region RA2) is 0.6 sec. Therefore, the opening cycle of the electric accessory 66 in this case is 0.1 sec shorter than the two cycles (1.2 sec) of the arrival cycle of the game ball.

Therefore, as shown in FIG. 29, the time difference A of the arrival timing of the game ball with respect to the opening timing of the electric accessory 66 and the time difference B of the arrival timing with respect to the closing timing are 0 in the case of the first game ball. In the case of the third game ball, the advance is 0.3 sec and 0.4 sec, respectively, while the advance is 4 sec and 0.5 sec. That is, when the normal map fluctuation display time is 0.6 sec, the time difference A and B change by 0.1 sec every other ball each time the normal map game is played. In this case, by performing the normal drawing game 11 times, the time difference A and B change by one cycle of the opening cycle (1.1 sec), and the number of reached balls of the game ball required at that time is 22 ((((1.1 sec)). It becomes 1.2 sec × 11) /0.6 sec).

However, as shown in FIG. 29, the time difference A of the 9th game ball and the time difference A of the 22nd game ball are both the same 0 and are equal. Such a relationship occurs, for example, in the case of the 7th game ball and the case of the 20th game ball. That is, the time difference A and B in the odd-numbered game ball are the same as the time difference A and B in the even-numbered game ball after the change for half a cycle of the opening cycle occurs. Therefore, the change of the time difference A and B is completed by the change of half the cycle of the opening cycle. Since the opening time of the electric accessory 66 is 0.1 sec, which is the same as the change width per game in the time difference A and B, the change for half the opening cycle occurs (11 games). (While the ball reaches the electric accessory 66), the game ball can reach while the electric accessory 66 is open only once. That is, the game ball continues to win the second operating port 63 with a probability of 1/11 (about 1/10) on condition that the number of reserved memory FNs is maintained at 4.

Here, in the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 28 (d) and 28 (e), the opening cycle (normal figure game period) of the electric accessory 66 when the number of reserved storage numbers FN is four. In the two arrival cycles of the game ball to the electric accessory 66, the two arrival cycles (time on the long side) are configured to be non-integer times the open cycle (time on the short side). For example, if one of the long sides is an integral multiple of the other of the short sides, the two are synchronized, so that the time differences A and B may not change even if the normal game is repeated. However, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to appropriately suppress this and appropriately secure a winning opportunity for the second operating port 63.

Incidentally, as shown in FIG. 27 (b), such a relationship can be established even when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 1 to 3. That is, in the opening cycle of the electric accessory 66 when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 1 to 3 and the arrival cycle of the game ball to the electric accessory 66, the arrival cycle is a non-integer multiple of the opening cycle. It is configured to be.

As described above, in the configuration where it is easy to win a prize in the second operating port 63 due to the holding of the normal figure, the number of stored normal figures is suddenly considered in consideration of the stable operation in the game hall. Ideally, the winning interval to the through gate 35 should be constant in order to prevent the FN from becoming 1 or more. For example, if the flow of the game balls that win the through gate 35 is regular, such as by unifying the winning routes to the through gate 35, such a configuration can be realized. However, the flow of the game ball becomes uniform, which may lead to the monotony of the game or excessively narrow the room for technical intervention of the player. For this reason, it may be more practical to have a certain degree of irregularity in the flow of the game ball, and it may be necessary to allow variation in the winning interval.

That is, in the description of FIGS. 27 to 29 above, the winning interval of the game ball to the through gate 35 is assumed to be a fixed cycle, but the present invention is not limited to this, and has some variation (indefiniteness). May be. Even under such circumstances, by making the period of one game of the game shorter than the firing cycle of the game ball, it is possible to reduce the risk that the number of stored memory FN of the game is increased against the design intention. , It becomes possible to suppress the transition to an unexpected easy-to-win state.

Further, in the above configuration, 10 sec is exemplified as the variable display time for setting the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure to 4, but the present invention is not limited to this. That is, if the normal game game period is longer than four times the winning cycle (the firing cycle of the game ball) to the through gate 35, it can be set to any time. Further, the probability that the variable display time is selected does not have to be 1/1000, and can be any probability.

Further, it is not always necessary to increase the number of FNs on hold in the normal figure to the upper limit and then maintain the number of holds. That is, it suffices as long as at least one hold is generated as a trigger for the transition to the easy-to-win state, and for example, the number of holds may be maintained after one hold is generated. In this case, when the number of FNs held in the normal map is 0, the variable display time is, for example, 0.2 sec with a predetermined probability (the variable display time is 0.7 sec in which the normal figure game period is longer than the firing cycle of the game ball). ) Is selected, and the variable display time of 0.6 sec is set when the number of reserved storage numbers FN in the normal figure is one. At this time, the variable display time when the number of FNs stored in the normal map is two or more may be the time during which the number of stored FNs stored in the normal map can be maintained or easily maintained, as in the case of one, or the number of FNs reserved in the normal map may be maintained. The memory number FN may be unsustainable or difficult to maintain.

However, if the number of reserved memory FNs that triggers the transition to the easy-to-win state is reduced, for example, if the through gate 35 is won with the distance between the leading ball and the following ball shortened, the winning of the following ball is suspended. Therefore, there is a risk of shifting to an easy-to-win state regardless of the length of the variable display time. Based on this point, as in the present embodiment, a margin is secured by setting the upper limit of the number of reserved storages FN that triggers the transition, or by setting a plurality of FNs even if the number is not the upper limit, which is unexpected. It is preferable to have a configuration that can suppress the transition to the easy-to-win state due to the occurrence of hold.

Further, the variable display time for maintaining the FN held in the normal map is not limited to 0.6 sec, and the normal game period for one game is the winning cycle to the through gate 35 (the firing cycle of the game ball). ) Sufficient if it is longer than.

<About the flow of the entire game>
Next, the flow of the entire game including both the normal game and the special game will be described with reference to FIG. 30. FIG. 30 is a state transition diagram showing the transition of the gaming state.

In the normal gaming state in which the winning / failing lottery mode is the low probability mode, as described above, it is more advantageous for the player to receive the winning / failing lottery in the first special figure than in the second special figure. Therefore, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, the game ball is launched on the left route (see FIG. 4) to the through gate 35, the second operating port 63 (electric accessory 66), and the first operating port 62. You will play with the aim of winning a prize.

Here, in the present embodiment, most of the game balls launched toward the left route (for example, 80% or more) win the through gate 35, and the game balls that win the through gate 35 are electric accessories. It is possible to reach 66 (see FIG. 5 (a)). Further, on the downstream side of the electric accessory 66, the game ball that has passed in front of the electric accessory 66 (the game ball that did not win the second operating port 63) flows down toward the first operating port 62 side. In addition, a flow path is formed by a nail 69 or the like. That is, the structure is such that the game ball can flow down in the order of the through gate 35 → the electric accessory 66 → the first actuating port 62. For this reason, under the situation where the game ball is being launched toward the left route, the second operating port 63 or the first operating port 62 can be won while receiving a lottery based on the winning of the through gate 35. It is possible to receive a lottery for winning or failing the first special drawing based on this.

When the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal game is 0, as described above, the electric accessory 66 opens every time the game ball wins in the through gate 35, but the second operating port 63 is used. Is the first normal game state (winning non-support state) in which the game ball does not win or is not won. In the first normal game state, the winning of the second operating port 63 is not expected, so for the special drawing game, the winning or losing lottery of the first special drawing based on the winning of only the first operating opening 62 is substantially performed. While receiving it, you will play with the aim of winning a big hit.

Here, the probability that the game ball fired on the left route wins the first operating port 62 is suppressed to be lower than the probability that the game ball fired on the left route wins the through gate 35. Specifically, when 10 to 15 game balls are launched toward the left route, one game ball is set so as to be able to win a prize in the first operating port 62 (winning probability = 7). 10%). Since the number of game balls to be paid out is three when a prize is awarded to the first operating port 62, the number of balls to be paid out continues to be smaller than the number of shot balls in the first normal game state, and the game is played. The person will proceed with the game while reducing the number of balls he has.

It is also possible to launch a game ball to the right route when the first normal game state is set. As already explained, most of the game balls fired on the right route (70% or more) will win the third operating port 64. However, since the number of game balls to be paid out is one when a prize is awarded to the third operating port 64, the rate of decrease in the number of balls held is suppressed, but the number of balls is still reduced. Moreover, since the variable display time is set to the special time (36000 sec) for the game times related to the third operating port 64 in the normal game state, the execution frequency of the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure is greatly reduced. The benefits for the player are diminishing.

In the first normal game state, the variation display time of the game times related to the first operating port 62 is at least 3 sec (see FIG. 19A), whereas the normal game related to the through gate 35 is a normal game. The required period is 0.55 sec (see FIG. 27 (a3)). That is, the required period of the above-mentioned normal game is sufficiently shorter than the variation display time of the game times related to the first operating port 62. In addition, since the winning probability of the through gate 35 is higher than the winning probability of the first operating port 62, the normal game based on the winning of the through gate 35 is performed at high speed in the first normal gaming state. While it is repeated, the winning / failing lottery of the first special drawing relating to the first operating port 62 is performed less frequently.

By the way, since the execution cycle of the Fuzu game round is 0.6 sec when the Fuzu hold memory number FN is 0 (see FIG. 27 (a)), all the game balls fired on the left route are through. Assuming that the player has won the gate 35, he / she can perform 1000 Fn-key games in 10 minutes. Since the probability that the 10-sec fluctuation display time of the normal map is selected is 1/1000 (see FIG. 10 (a)), there is a probability of about 65% that the normal map is suspended while the game ball is continuously launched for 10 minutes. The number of stored FNs can be four.

When the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 4, as described above, the game ball can be won (or easily won) in the second operating port 63 (see FIG. 29). That is, in addition to the first operating port 62, the second operating port 63 also shifts to the second normal gaming state (winning support state) in which the winning / failing lottery of the first special figure is easily received. In this case, a game ball can be won in the second operating port 63 with a probability of about 1/10, but the number of payouts of the game ball when a winning in the second operating port 63 occurs is 10. .. Therefore, the player can continue the game without reducing the number of balls held or suppressing the decrease of the number of balls held.

The second normal gaming state can be continued as long as the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 1 or more. In the present embodiment, after the number of FNs reserved for the normal map is 4, the variable display time of the normal figure is set to 0.6 sec, which is longer than the case of the number FNs reserved for the normal figure FN = 0. As a result, it is possible to maintain the number of FNs on hold in the normal figure at 4 (1 or more) simply by continuously firing the game ball with a natural firing operation (FIG. 10 (b), See FIG. 29).

When the winning / failing lottery result of the first special figure becomes a big hit result in the first normal gaming state or the second normal gaming state, the process shifts to the special gaming state in which the variable winning device 65 is opened. The variable winning device 65 is arranged on the right side of the variable display unit 67, and is configured to be able to win a prize on condition that the game ball flows down the right route. Therefore, the player fires the game ball on the right route to play the game, and accordingly, the winning of the game ball to the through gate 35 is avoided. In this case, in order to encourage the launch of the game ball to the right route, it is advisable to perform notification (right-handed notification) in a mode suggesting that the right route should flow down on the display screen 75a or the like of the symbol display device 75.

In the present embodiment, when the game shifts to the special game state, the round game is repeated 16 times regardless of the distribution result of the jackpot type. For this reason, the operation of launching the game ball to the right route is continued for a period longer than the period in which the four-time Fuzu game is performed, and the Fuzu hold memory number FN becomes 0, which is the second normal. The game state (winning support state) ends. That is, once the state is changed to the second normal game state, the state can be continued until the result of the special figure winning / failing lottery becomes a big hit result.

When the distribution result of the jackpot type is 16R probability variation jackpot, after the end of the special gaming state, the winning / failing lottery mode shifts to the advantageous gaming state in which the high probability mode is set. In the advantageous gaming state, as already described, the variation display time of the game times of the second special figure relating to the third operating port 64 is shortened (see FIG. 19 (d)). Moreover, most of the game balls fired on the right route win the prize in the third operating port 64, and most of the winning / failing lottery results of the second special figure relating to the third operating port 64 are special hit results. Become. Therefore, if the game is advanced with the aim of winning a prize in the third operating port 64 in the advantageous game state, the opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the special hit result will occur frequently. That is, the right route is more advantageous than the left route, and the player fires a game ball on the right route to play. The variable winning device 65 is arranged on the right route side like the third operating port 64, and a game ball that has not won a prize in the third operating port 64 can win a prize. Therefore, it is not necessary to switch the firing direction during the advantageous gaming state, and it is sufficient to continue the firing operation to the right route side.

In the open / close execution mode corresponding to the special hit result, the variable winning device 65 is in the open state for 1.8 sec, but since the firing cycle of the game ball is 0.6 sec, two or three game balls are won. Is expected. When the number of game balls to be paid out is 15 when a prize is awarded to the variable winning device 65, 30 to 45 game balls are to be paid out each time the opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the special hit result is performed. Is possible. In the advantageous game state, it is possible to aim for the winning / failing lottery result of the second special figure to be the big hit result while increasing the number of balls held by repeating the opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the special hit result.

In the advantageous gaming state, it is assumed that the firing operation to the right route is continued, so that the through gate 35 and the electric accessory 66 do not substantially function. However, it is also possible to launch the game ball to the left route in the case of shifting to the advantageous game state, and in this case, the game ball can win the through gate 35. In such a case, if the electric accessory 66 is frequently opened as in the first normal gaming state or the second normal gaming state, it may be confusing to the player and may mislead the launch operation to the left route. Therefore, in the present embodiment, when the game is in an advantageous gaming state, the normal map fluctuation display time is set to a long time of 20.0 sec, and the opening frequency of the electric accessory 66 per unit time is kept low. ..

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

When the normal number of reserved memory FN is 0, the specific period from the time when the game ball wins the through gate 35 to the end of the support state of the electric accessory 66 corresponding to the prize is from the firing cycle of the game ball. Also, the period required for the game ball winning the through gate 35 to reach the specific area RA2 is made longer than the above specific period. As a result, under the situation where the number of FNs stored in the FN is 0, the FN is not held (or the FN is not held) unless a specific condition (a variation display of 10 sec is selected with a probability of 1/1000) is satisfied. It is possible to maintain a state in which a prize is not generated (or is difficult to be generated) in the second operating port 63 under such a situation. Then, when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 1 or more, the electric accessory 66 is opened regardless of the winning timing of the game ball to the through gate 35, and as a result, the opening period of the electric accessory 66 and the game ball are reached. It is possible to match the arrival timing with the specific region RA2 of the above, and it is possible to generate a winning easy state (second normal gaming state) for the second operating port 63. That is, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to realize a playability that enables the player to shift to an easy-to-win state even if the result is not a big hit. As a result, it is possible to provide an opportunity for a player who has not won a big hit to play in a state where it is easy to win a prize, and it is possible to improve the playability and familiarity.

Further, in the above configuration, when the number of reserved memory FNs is increased, not only the number of lottery times is secured according to the increase, but also the advantage that the player can easily win a prize is provided. be able to. As a result, the fun of increasing the number of FNs on hold in the normal map is enhanced, and it becomes possible to appropriately arouse the motivation to win a prize in the through gate 35.

Further, when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 0, the period required for the game ball winning the through gate 35 to reach the specific area RA2 is made longer than the above specific period. The effect can also be expected. In this configuration, the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 reaches the specific area RA2 after the electric accessory 66 is switched from the open state to the closed state. Therefore, even if the electric accessory 66 is opened, the game ball is second. It is possible to make it impossible (or difficult to enter) the ball into the operating port 63. Therefore, it is possible to increase the chances of opening the electric accessory 66, even though the game ball is paid out and the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure is performed based on the winning of the second operating port 63. As a result, it is possible to give the player the impression that a prize is likely to occur, while suppressing the hindrance to the operation in the amusement park. In addition, since the electric accessory 66 (rotating plate 243 and receiving member 245) keeps moving continuously, it can be used as an element of liveliness, and a directing effect can be expected. As a result, it becomes possible to arouse the interest of the player and arouse the motivation to play.

Under the situation where the FN is 0, the same game is repeated endlessly when the state is perpetuated, and the game becomes monotonous. There is a risk. In view of this point, in the present embodiment, the normal map fluctuation display time is set to 10 sec and the above-mentioned specific period is set based on the fact that a predetermined condition (winning a lottery of 1/1000 in the normal map fluctuation display time) is satisfied. Was configured to be longer than the firing cycle of the game ball. For this reason, even though it is considered that the playability is such that the number of reserved memory FNs is difficult to increase, the opportunity to increase the number can be appropriately secured. As a result, it is possible to prevent the situation where there is no hold from becoming permanent, and it is possible to suppress the monotonicization of the game.

When the number of FNs held in the normal map is 4, the fluctuation display time of the normal map is set to 0.6 sec so that the specific period is longer than the firing cycle of the game ball. In this case, when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure becomes a predetermined number or more, the state can be stably maintained even after that. As a result, it is possible to prevent frequent switching between the case where the opening timing of the electric accessory 66 depends on the winning timing of the game ball to the through gate 35 and the case where the opening timing is not. As a result, it becomes possible for the player to calmly proceed with the game and to proceed with the game with peace of mind, and it is possible to easily play the game easily.

When the number of reserved storages is one or more, the lengths of the opening cycle of the electric accessory 66 and the arrival cycle of the game ball to the specific area RA2 are different, and one of them is longer. Is a non-integer multiple of the other on the short side. In this case, by repeating a series of normal game games from winning the game ball to the through gate 35 to controlling the opening / closing of the electric accessory 66, the opening timing (or closing timing) of the electric accessory 66 and the specific area RA2 are reached. The time difference A (or time difference B) from the arrival timing of the game ball can be changed. As a result, the ease with which the game ball can be won in the electric accessory 66 (second operating port 63) can be different depending on whether the number of FNs on hold is one or more. It is possible to realize playability in which the FN with the number of reserved memories in the normal figure and the easy-to-win state are closely related.

The length of the opening time of the electric accessory 66 (0.1 sec) is longer than the difference (0.05 sec or 0.1 sec) between the opening cycle of the electric accessory 66 and the arrival cycle of the game ball to the specific region RA2. It was configured as a sword. The above difference is the change width for one time in the process in which the time differences A and B are cumulatively changed, and the length of the opening time of the electric accessory 66 is longer than the change width. It is suppressed that the arrival timing of the game ball to the specific region RA2 changes over the opening time of the electric accessory 66. As a result, when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal drawing is one or more, it is possible to appropriately secure a winning opportunity for the game ball to the electric accessory 66.

When the number of FNs held in the normal map is 4, the normal figure fluctuation display time (0.6 sec), the stop display time immediately after that (0.4 sec), and the opening time of the electric accessory 66 (0.1 sec) are set. It is standardized and the opening interval of the electric accessory 66 is fixed. For example, if the opening intervals of the electric accessory 66 are diversified, the time differences A and B change irregularly while the above series of games are repeated. In this case, it becomes difficult to grasp the winning rate of the game ball to the electric accessory 66 (second operating port 63) at the design stage, which not only increases the design burden but also unexpectedly increases the winning rate during the game. There are concerns about such inconveniences. In this respect, according to the present embodiment, since the opening interval of the electric accessory 66 can be stabilized, the time differences A and B can be changed regularly. This makes it easier to grasp the winning rate of the game ball to the electric accessory 66 (second operating port 63), and it is possible to suitably suppress the occurrence of the above-mentioned inconvenience.

By arranging the through gate 35 on the left route side and arranging the variable winning device 65 on the right route side, winning the through gate 35 is avoided when the game ball is fired at the variable winning device 65. The configuration was set. In this case, by performing the open / close execution mode (big hit game) corresponding to the big hit result, it is possible to naturally reduce the FN of the reserved memory number of the normal figure, and the electric accessory 66 is in an easy-to-win state (second normal game state). Can be terminated. This makes it possible to preferably prevent the above-mentioned easy-to-win state from perpetuating. At that time, since the winning easy state ends in exchange for the jackpot game, it becomes easier to gain the understanding of the player compared to the case where the same state only ends, and it is possible to reduce the player's dissatisfaction and disappointment. become.

The winning rate of the game ball to the through gate 35 is set to be higher than the winning rate to the first operating port 62. In this case, by making the winning of the game ball to the through gate 35 easier than that to the first operating port 62, the former can be made routine and the player's attention to the through gate 35 can be lowered. can. By that amount, the player's consciousness can be easily directed to the first operating port 62, and as a result, it is difficult for the player to notice that the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure has exceeded a predetermined number and the process up to that point. can do. As a result, it becomes easy to give the player the impression that the second normal gaming state suddenly occurs, and it becomes possible to suitably realize the surprise and joy of the player.

In that case, further, by making the through gate 35 less noticeable in appearance than the first actuating port 62, the above effect can be enhanced. As such a configuration, for example, the through gate 35 may have transparency (translucency), or the through gate 35 may be made smaller than the first actuating port 62 in front view. Further, the color of the through gate 35 is the same as or similar to the color of the arrangement area or the peripheral area of the through gate 35 on the front surface of the game board 60, and both are assimilated. It may be configured to use different colors between them. In order to make the through gate 35 smaller than the first operating port 62, it is not always necessary to make the size of the winning opening different, and the overall size including the decorative bodies provided in the operating ports 35 and 62 is compared. It suffices if the through gate 35 is smaller than the first actuating port 62.

<Second embodiment>
The present embodiment is different from the first embodiment in that the support mode of the electric accessory 66 shifts to the high frequency support mode triggered by the big hit. Hereinafter, the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 31 to 40. The same components as those of the first embodiment are designated by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted.

First, the configuration of the game board 60 according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 31. As shown in FIG. 31, in the present embodiment, the third operating port is not provided on the right route, and there are two lottery starting ports for the special symbol, the first operating port 62 and the second operating port 63. It has become. Further, in the present embodiment, the second actuating port 63 corresponds to the second result display unit BS in the main display unit 43. That is, the first actuating port 62 is the lottery start port of the first special drawing, and the second actuating port 63 is the lottery start port of the second special figure. The lottery start port for the special symbol is not placed on the right route.

The number of game balls to be paid out when a prize is won in the second operating port 63 is one, which is smaller than that in the case of the first embodiment (10). The number of payouts for the winning openings other than the second operating opening 63 is the same as that of the first embodiment.

The main display unit 43 of the main display unit 81 has a first hold number display unit AM for displaying the hold number related to the first special figure and a second hold for displaying the hold number related to the second special figure. A number display unit BM is provided. The number of times the game ball has won the first operating port 62 and the number of times the game ball has won the second operating port 63 are held up to four times, and the number of holdings is displayed by lighting the holding number display units AM and BM. It is supposed to be done.

Next, the reserved ball storage area 642 according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 32. As shown in FIG. 32, in the present embodiment, the reserved ball storage area 642 is provided with a reserved area Rb for the second result display unit that stores the reserved information based on the winning of the second operating port 63. The second result display unit holding area Rb is the same as the first result display unit holding area Ra according to the first embodiment, and is the same as the first area Rb1, the second area Rb2, and the third area Rb3. , A fourth area Rb4 is provided.

A special drawing execution area AE is provided in the reserved ball storage area 642. The special figure execution area AE is an area for moving the hold information (numerical information) stored in the first areas Ra1 and Rb1 of the hold areas Ra and Rb when the variable display of the main display unit 43 is started. At the start of the special drawing game round 1, the winning / failing determination is performed based on various numerical information stored in the special drawing execution area AE. One special figure execution area AE is provided for the first result display unit holding area Ra and the second result display unit holding area Rb. That is, in the present embodiment, unlike the case of the first embodiment, the game times according to the first special figure and the game times of the second special figure are performed one by one.

<Regarding the hit / fail judgment for special figures and the distribution of jackpot types>
Next, the hit / fail determination for the special figure and the distribution of the jackpot type according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 33. 33 (a) is a special figure hit / miss table for the low probability mode, (b) is a special figure hit / miss table for the high probability mode, (c) is a distribution table for the first special figure, and (d) is the second. It is a schematic diagram which shows the distribution table for a special figure.

As shown in FIG. 33A, when the winning / failing lottery mode is the low probability mode, the probability of a big hit result is 1/200, and when the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode, FIG. 33. As shown in (b), the probability of a big hit result is 5/200. In either the low-probability mode or the high-probability mode, all the results are out of order except for the jackpot result. Both of these winning / failing tables are commonly used in each winning / failing lottery of the first special drawing and the second special drawing. That is, in the present embodiment, the special hit result is not set in the hit / fail table of the second special figure.

If a jackpot result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery of the first special figure, the types of jackpot results are sorted using the distribution table shown in FIG. 33 (c). As the types of the jackpot results of the first special figure, a 5R probability variation jackpot result, a 5R normal jackpot result A, and a 5R normal jackpot result B are set. All of these have 5 rounds to be executed.

As for the 5R probability variation jackpot result, the winning / failing lottery mode becomes the high probability mode after the opening / closing execution mode ends, and the support mode in the electric accessory 66 of the second operating port 63 after the opening / closing execution mode ends is the high frequency support mode (high frequency support state). Or it is a big hit result that becomes a high frequency guide state). The high-frequency support mode in this case continues until the next big hit is won after the transition to the support mode.

The 5R normal jackpot result A is a jackpot result in which the win / fail lottery mode becomes the low probability mode and the support mode becomes the high frequency support mode after the end of the open / close execution mode, and the 5R normal jackpot result B is the win / fail after the end of the open / close execution mode. This is a big hit result in which the lottery mode becomes the low probability mode and the support mode becomes the low frequency support mode (low frequency support state or low frequency guide state). In the high frequency support mode when the 5R normal jackpot result is A, the number of executions of the special figure game after the support mode is changed (for example, the total number of the first special figure game and the second special figure game). ) Reaches the end reference number of times (specifically, 50 times). When the number of executions of the special figure game reaches the end reference number, the support mode shifts to the low frequency support mode.

In the low-frequency support mode and the high-frequency support mode, the probability of winning the electric role open state in the electric accessory open lottery using the open random number counter C4 is the same (both are about 1/1), but the high frequency In the support mode, the period during which the electric accessory 66 is in the open state when the electric accessory open state is won is set longer than in the low frequency support mode. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 34, the opening time in the low frequency support mode is 0.1 sec (similar to the first embodiment), whereas the opening time in the high frequency support mode is 0.1 sec. The opening time is 3.0 sec. Where the firing cycle of the game ball is 0.6 sec, in the high frequency support mode, it is expected that 4 to 5 game balls will be won for each opening of the electric accessory 66. In the case of high-frequency support, the opening period and ending period of the normal map are shorter than the opening time (for example, 0.2 sec).

Further, when the support mode is the high frequency support mode, the normal map fluctuation display time is uniformly 0.1 sec (see FIG. 38 (d)). This fluctuation display time is longer than the normal fluctuation display time of 0.05 sec, which is mainly selected in the low frequency support mode, but considering that the firing cycle of the game ball is 0.6 sec, the aspect of the game progress. Then it is a relatively short time. That is, in the high frequency support mode, it is possible to repeat the transition to the support state of the electric accessory 66 in a relatively short cycle.

Therefore, in the high frequency support mode, the probability that the second operating port 63 will be won is higher than in the low frequency support mode. In other words, in the low frequency support mode, the probability of winning the first operating port 62 is higher than that of the second operating port 63, but in the high frequency support mode, the second operation is higher than that of the first operating port 62. The probability that a prize will be awarded to the mouth 63 increases. Then, when a prize is won in the second operating port 63, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out. Therefore, in the high frequency support mode, the player plays a game while suppressing the decrease in the number of balls held. be able to.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the number of prize balls based on the winning of the second operating port 63 is one. That is, only the same number of game balls as the number of winning balls to the second operating port 63 are paid out, and the number of balls held does not increase due to the winning of the second operating port 63. Therefore, even though it is assumed that the electric accessory 66 picks up a considerable number of game balls, it is possible to prevent the player from becoming excessively privileged. The number of prize balls for winning a prize in the second operating port 63 is not limited to one, and the total number of game balls paid out per unit time is not excessive (for example, a game ball fired). It can be changed arbitrarily within the range of less than or equal to the number of.

If a jackpot result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure, the types of jackpot results are sorted using the distribution table shown in FIG. 33 (d). As the type of the jackpot result of the second special figure, the 16R probability variation jackpot result and the 5R normal jackpot result C are set. Of these, the 16R probability variation jackpot result is that the number of rounds executed is 16.

The 16R probability variation jackpot result is a jackpot result in which the win / fail lottery mode becomes the high probability mode and the support mode becomes the high frequency support mode after the end of the open / close execution mode, and the 5R normal jackpot result C is the win / fail lottery after the end of the open / close execution mode. This is a big hit result in which the mode becomes a low probability mode and the support mode becomes a high frequency support mode. The high-frequency support mode when the 16R probability variation jackpot result is obtained continues until the next jackpot is won, and the high-frequency support mode when the 5R normal jackpot result is C is the special game times after the support mode shifts. Continues until the number of executions of is reached the end reference number.

In the present embodiment, the probability that the winning / failing lottery mode shifts to the high probability mode is 50/100, which is common to both the first special figure and the second special figure, but the jackpot result of the second special figure. Includes 16R jackpot results with many rounds. In addition, the probability that the support mode shifts to the high-frequency support mode is also higher in the second special figure than in the first special figure. That is, the winning / failing lottery of the second special drawing is given preferential treatment over that of the first special drawing, and the second operating port 63 is more advantageous to the player than the first operating port 62. Therefore, the player will play the game while expecting that a prize will be generated in the second operating port 63.

Next, in the present embodiment, each control process executed by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162 will be described.

<Game times control processing>
FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing the game times (special figure game times) control process in the present embodiment. The process in the figure is performed in place of the game time control process of FIG. 15 according to the first embodiment.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the first special figure game and the second special figure game are performed one by one. Therefore, unlike steps S502 and S503 in FIG. 15, control processes for the first special figure and the second special figure are not separately provided, and as processes common to the first special figure and the second special figure. The game turn control process of FIG. 35 is provided. Further, in the first and second special figure game rounds, it is not necessary to grasp the result and the execution status of the mutual winning / failing lottery, and those processes are omitted. Except for these points, the game times control process in the present embodiment is substantially the same as in the case of the first embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 35, in the game round control process, first, in step S1801, it is determined whether or not the open / close execution mode is in progress. If the affirmative determination is made in step S1801, the game round control process is terminated, while if the affirmative determination is made in step S1801, it is determined in step S1802 whether or not the main display unit 43 is in the variable display.

When the main display unit 43 is not in the variable display, it is determined in step S1803 whether or not the common hold number CRN, which is the total number of hold storage numbers of the first special figure and the second special figure, is "0". .. If an affirmative determination is made in step S1803, the game round control process is terminated, while if a negative determination is made in step S1803, the first result display unit holding area Ra or the second result display unit holding area Ra is used in step S1804. A data setting process for setting the data stored in Rb for variable display is executed. In the following step S1805, the special figure change start process is executed. Here, the special figure fluctuation start processing will be described with reference to FIG. 36.

As shown in FIG. 36, in the special figure variation start process, first, in step S1901, it is determined whether or not the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode. If the mode is not in the high probability mode, the pass / fail determination is performed in step S1902 with reference to the pass / fail table for the low probability mode (see FIG. 33 (a)). On the other hand, in the case of the high probability mode, the pass / fail judgment is performed in step S1903 with reference to the pass / fail table for the high probability mode (see FIG. 33 (b)).

After the execution of step S1902 or step S1903, in step S1904, it is determined whether or not the result of the lottery in step S1902 or step S1903 is a jackpot result. If the jackpot is won, in step S1905, it is determined whether or not the second special figure flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. The second special figure flag is information for identifying that the game round of this time is the game round of the second special figure, and is stored in the storage area 634 based on the winning of the second operating port 63. It is a thing.

When the second special figure flag is not stored, it means that the game times of this time are the game times of the first special figure, and in step S1906, the distribution table for the first special figure (FIG. 33 (FIG. 33). c) Refer to) to make a distribution determination. Specifically, the value of the hit type counter C2 stored in the special figure execution area AE is included in any of the numerical ranges in the 5R probability variation jackpot result, 5R normal jackpot result A, and 5R normal jackpot result B. Judge whether or not. On the other hand, when the second special figure flag is stored, the distribution determination is performed in step S1907 with reference to the distribution table for the second special figure (see FIG. 33 (d)). Specifically, it is determined whether the value of the hit type counter C2 stored in the special figure execution area AE is included in each numerical range in the 16R jackpot result and the 5R normal jackpot result C.

After the execution of step S1906 or step S1907, it is determined in step S1908 whether or not the distributed game result is a probability variation jackpot result. In the case of a probability variation jackpot result, in step S1909, a stop result corresponding to the probability variation jackpot result is set as a stop result in the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS. Further, in step S1909, the 5R probability variation flag or the 16R probability variation flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604 as information for specifying which probability variation jackpot result is the current jackpot result.

On the other hand, when the distributed game result is not the probabilistic jackpot result, it corresponds to the normal jackpot result (non-probability variation jackpot result) as the stop result in the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS in step S1910. Set the stop result. Further, in step S1910, any of the 5R normal flags A to C is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604 as information for specifying which normal jackpot result is the current jackpot result.

On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S1904, in the stop result setting process for the time of disconnection in step S1911, the stop result corresponding to the disconnection result is displayed as the stop result in the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS. Set.

After executing any of the processes of step S1909, step S1910, and step S1911, in step S1912, the variation display time of the current special figure game times in the first result display unit AS or the second result display unit BS is set. The variable display time setting process for this is executed. In the variation display time setting process, the value of the variation type counter CS is acquired, and the variation display time corresponding to the value of the variation type counter CS is selected from the variation display time table stored in the ROM 603. In the following step S1913, the special figure change command and the special figure type command are set as commands to be transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143. The special figure change command includes information on whether or not reach has occurred and information on the change display time. In addition, the special figure type command includes information on the game result.

After that, in step S1914, among the first result display unit AS and the second result display unit BS, the variation display of the pattern is started in the result display unit corresponding to the special figure game times this time. In this case, when the second special figure flag is not stored in the RAM 604, it is specified that the result display unit corresponding to this special figure game is the first result display unit AS, and the second special figure flag is set. When it is stored, it is specified that the result display unit corresponding to the special figure game times this time is the second result display unit BS. After that, this fluctuation start processing is terminated.

Returning to the explanation of the game times control process (FIG. 35), when an affirmative judgment is made in step S1802, that is, when the main display unit 43 is in the variable display, the variable display of the special figure game times this time is performed in step S1806. Determine if time has passed. If the variation display time has not elapsed, the variation display process is executed in step S1807, and then the game round control process is terminated. On the other hand, when the variation display time has elapsed, the variation end processing is executed in step S1808, and then the variation end command is set in step S1809. In the variation end process of step S1808, the stop result set in any of the processes of steps S1909 to S1911 of the variation start process (FIG. 36) is grasped, and the main display unit is displayed so that the pattern is stopped and displayed based on the result. 43 is controlled. After the execution of step S1809, the game round control process is terminated.

<Public map fluctuation start processing>
Next, the normal map fluctuation start processing in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 37. This process is performed in place of the normal map variation start process of FIG. 25 according to the first embodiment.

The processing of steps S2101 to S2104 in FIG. 37 is the same as that of steps S1501 to S1504 of FIG. 25. Briefly explaining these processes, first, in step S2101, the normal figure winning / failing table (see FIG. 10A) is referred to, and the value of the open random number counter C4 stored in the normal drawing execution area AE3 is used. Executes the normal figure pass / fail judgment process. If the result of the normal figure hit / miss determination is the open result, an affirmative decision is made in step S2102 and the process proceeds to step S2103, and the stop result corresponding to the open result is set as the stop result in the accessory display unit 44. On the other hand, if the result of the normal figure hit / fail determination is a deviation result, a negative determination is made in step S2102 and the process proceeds to step S2104, and a stop result corresponding to the deviation result is set as the stop result in the accessory display unit 44.

After the execution of step S2103 or step S2014, it is determined in step S2105 whether or not the current support mode is the high frequency support mode. If a negative determination is made in step S2105, it is determined in step S2106 whether or not the number of reserved storage numbers FN in the normal figure is four. If a negative determination is made in step S2106, that is, if the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 1 to 3, the process proceeds to step S2107.

In step S2107, the value of the current fluctuation type counter C5 is referred to with reference to the first fluctuation display time table (see FIG. 38 (a)) stored in the fluctuation display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603. Acquires the variable display time corresponding to. This first variation display time table has 1 to 3 normal map reservation storage numbers FN in the normal map variation display time table (see FIG. 10B) for the low probability mode according to the first embodiment. It is the same as in some cases. That is, the fluctuation display time of 0.05 sec is set with a probability of 999/1000, and the fluctuation display time of 10 sec is set with a probability of 1/1000. For this reason, when the support mode is the low frequency support mode, as long as the variable display time of 0.05 sec continues to be set, the normal figure hold does not occur (or is unlikely to occur), and it is electrically operated in each normal figure game. Although the accessory 66 is opened, the state in which the winning of the second operating port 63 does not occur (or does not occur) continues. Then, by setting the variable display time of 10 sec, the holding of the normal drawing is accumulated, and the state shifts to the easy winning state to the second operating port 63.

Here, the probability of winning the second operating port 63 in the easy-to-win state based on the occurrence of the holding of the normal figure is lower than the probability of winning the second operating port 63 in the high-frequency support mode. In other words, the former easy-to-win state is less advantageous to the player than the latter. In the following, in order to distinguish between the two, the easy-to-win state based on the occurrence of a normal figure hold may be referred to as the medium frequency support mode.

On the other hand, when an affirmative judgment is made in step S2106, that is, when the number of FNs held in the normal figure is four, in step S2108, it is determined as a jackpot result by the hit / fail judgment process of the special figure, and the type is the open / close execution mode. It is determined whether or not it is distributed to the jackpot result that does not shift to high frequency support after the end of. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the 5R normal jackpot result B has been won in the winning / failing lottery according to the first special figure. This process is performed by determining whether or not the 5R normal flag B is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604.

If a negative determination is made in step S2108, refer to the second variation display time table for normal drawing (see FIG. 38 (b)) stored in the variation display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603 in step S2109. The variation display time corresponding to the value of the current map variation type counter C5 is acquired. This second variation display time table is a case where the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal map variation display time table for the low probability mode (see FIG. 10B) according to the first embodiment is four. Is similar to. That is, when the number of FNs held in the normal map is 4, the variable display time of 0.6 sec is uniformly set regardless of the value of the normal figure variation type counter C5. As a result, it is possible to easily maintain the state in which the number of FNs on hold is four, and it is possible to continue the medium frequency support mode.

On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S2108, the third variable display time table for normal drawing stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603 in step S2110 (see FIG. 38 (c)). The variation display time corresponding to the value of the current map variation type counter C5 is acquired with reference to. In the third variable display time table, two types of variable display time, 200 sec and 0.6 sec, are prepared as selectable variable display times. Of these, the variable display time of 200 sec is set in consideration of being longer than the execution period (digestion time) of the open / close execution mode corresponding to at least the 5R normal jackpot result B. The advantage when the variable display time of 200 sec is set will be described later.

When the value of the normal figure fluctuation type counter C5 is "0" to "499", the fluctuation display time is set to 200 sec, and when the value of the normal figure fluctuation type counter C5 is "500" to "999", the fluctuation display time is set to 200 sec. , The variable display time is set to 0.6 sec. That is, the probability that each variation display time of 200 sec and 0.6 sec is selected is 500/1000.

On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S2105, that is, if the current support mode is the high frequency support mode, the high frequency support mode stored in the variable display time table storage area 623 of the ROM 603 in step S2111. With reference to the normal map fluctuation display time table (see FIG. 38 (d)), the fluctuation display time corresponding to the value of the current normal map fluctuation type counter C5 is acquired. In the normal map fluctuation display time table for the high frequency support mode, a variable display time of 0.1 sec is uniformly set regardless of the value of the normal map fluctuation type counter C5.

After any of the processes of steps S2107 and S2109 to S2111, in step S2112, the normal map fluctuation display time acquired in each of the above steps is set in the fluctuation display time counter area provided in various counter areas 633 of the RAM 604. .. In the following step S2113, the command for changing the normal map and the command for the normal map type are set as commands to be transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143. After that, in step S2114, the start processing of the normal map variation display is executed, and the normal map variation start process is terminated. The processing of steps S211 to S2114 is the same as that of steps S1508 to S1510 in FIG. 25.

<About the flow of games>
Next, the flow of the game in this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 39. FIG. 39 is a state transition diagram showing the transition of the gaming state.

In the present embodiment, the operating ports 62 and 63 and the through gate 35 are arranged on the left route side, and the variable winning device 65 is arranged on the right route side (see FIG. 31). Therefore, in a game state other than the special game state (open / close execution mode) in which the variable winning device 65 is opened, the game ball is launched on the left route, and the through gate 35, the second operating port 63 (electric accessory 66), and the first The game is aimed at winning a prize in one operating port 62.

When the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal drawing is 0 in the normal game state in which the winning / failing lottery mode is the low probability mode, each time the game ball wins the through gate 35, as in the first embodiment. Although the electric accessory 66 is opened, the game ball does not win in the second operating port 63, or the winning is difficult. The first normal gaming state (low frequency support mode) is set. In the first normal game state, the winning of the second operating port 63 is not expected, so for the special drawing game, the winning or losing lottery of the first special drawing based on the winning of only the first operating opening 62 is substantially performed. While receiving it, you will play with the aim of winning a big hit.

Then, when the variable display time of 10 sec is set in the Fuzu game times, the Fuzu hold storage number FN can be increased to four. When the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 4, as described in the first embodiment, the game ball can be won (or easily won) in the second operating port 63 in the second normal gaming state (middle). Move to frequency support mode). By shifting to the second normal gaming state, both the winning / failing lottery of the first special drawing by the first operating port 62 and the winning / failing lottery of the second special drawing by the second operating port 63 can be received. That is, it is possible to continue to win a game ball in the first operating port 62 while receiving the winning support for the second operating port 63.

In the present embodiment, the second operating port 63 is more advantageous than the first operating port 62. Therefore, by shifting to the second normal gaming state, the chances of winning or losing the special drawing are only increased. Instead, it also provides an opportunity to receive (or become easier to receive) a winning / losing lottery on the advantageous side. Such a state is continued as long as the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 1 or more, and is substantially continued until the special gaming state is executed.

When the winning / failing lottery result of the first special figure or the second special figure becomes a big hit result in the first normal game state or the second normal game state, the process shifts to the special game state in which the variable winning device 65 is opened. At this time, under the situation where the number of FNs on hold in the normal figure is 4 (under the situation where the second normal game state is reached), the 5R normal jackpot result B (the jackpot result that does not shift to the high frequency support after the end of the open / close execution mode). If you win, the normal map fluctuation display time of 200 sec is set with a predetermined probability (500/1000). Here, the flow when the normal chart fluctuation display time of 200 sec is set will be described with reference to the timing chart of FIG. 40.

At the start of the variable display of the 1st special figure at the timing t21, if a big hit result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery of the 1st special figure and the type of the big hit result is assigned to the 5R normal big hit result B, the subsequent normal game It is grasped at the timing t22, which is the start timing of the round. As already described, the grasp that the 5R normal jackpot result B has occurred is performed based on the fact that the 5R normal flag B is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604.

At the timing t22, the third variation display time table for the normal map (see FIG. 38 (c)) is referred to as the normal map variation display time table, and the normal map variation display time of 200 sec with a predetermined probability (500/1000) is referred to. Set. When the normal map fluctuation display time of 200 sec is set, the normal map fluctuation display is continued for 200 sec from the timing, and no new normal map game is executed during this period. That is, the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure does not decrease, and four states are maintained.

At the timing t23 when the variation display time of the first special figure game has elapsed after the timing t22, the opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the 5R normal jackpot result B is started. In the present embodiment, since the variable winning device 65 is arranged on the right route side, the game ball is fired to the right route during the execution period of the open / close execution mode to play the game. That is, the game ball does not win the through gate 35, and new information on holding the normal map is not replenished.

Where five round games are played during the execution period of the open / close execution mode, the execution period per round is 30 sec, which is the upper limit opening time of the variable winning device 65 at the longest (excluding the round interval period). The normal map fluctuation display time of 200 sec is set based on this, and a predetermined margin time (50 sec) is added to 150 sec, which is the opening time for 5 rounds. This margin time includes the opening period, the ending period, and the interval period (waiting period) between each round in the open / close execution mode, as well as the variable display time of the first special figure (timing t21 to t23 variable display time) that results in a big hit. Is taken into consideration. That is, the margin time is set so as to be longer than the total time thereof.

With such a configuration, the open / close execution mode ends earlier than the timing t25 at which the normal figure fluctuation display ends (timing t24), and the normal figure hold storage number FN remains at four. It is possible to end the open / close execution mode. As a result, even after the end of the open / close execution mode, the game can be continued in the second normal gaming state, and the second normal gaming state can be continuously continued across the open / close execution mode (transition route 401 in FIG. 39). See).

The specific time length of 200 sec is only an example, and is not limited to this. That is, it is sufficient if the normal game times can straddle the open / close execution mode, the number of times the round game is executed in the open / close execution mode, the upper limit opening time of the variable winning device 65, and the upper limit to the variable winning device 65. It can be set arbitrarily according to various parameters such as the number of winnings.

Incidentally, even if the 5R normal jackpot result B is won in the situation of the first normal gaming state, the third fluctuation display time table is not referred to (see step S2106 in FIG. 37), so that the fluctuation display time of 200 sec is set. There is no such thing. That is, the variable display time of 200 sec can be set only when the 5R normal jackpot result B is won under the second normal gaming state.

In this way, by limiting the opportunity to shift to the second normal game state after the end of the open / close execution mode to the case where the big hit is won under the second normal game state, the difference in the degree of advantage from the first normal game state Can be further clarified, and the attractiveness of the second normal gaming state can be further improved. In addition, in the second normal game state, it is possible to receive a winning / failing lottery not only by the first special figure (first operating port 62) on the disadvantageous side but also by the second special drawing (second operating port 63) on the advantageous side. In such a game state, it can be used as a mechanism to enable re-game in the second normal game state when a big hit is won in the winning / losing lottery on the disadvantage side contrary to expectations.

Returning to the explanation of FIG. 39, when the normal figure fluctuation display of 0.6 sec is set when the 5R normal jackpot result B is obtained in the second normal gaming state, and the 5R normal jackpot result B in the first normal gaming state. In the case of, as described in the first embodiment, the game ball does not win the through gate 35 during the execution period of the open / close execution mode, so that the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure decreases to 0. Will be. That is, after the end of the open / close execution mode, the player shifts to the first normal gaming state (shift routes 402 and 403).

On the other hand, in the case of the 5R probability variation jackpot result (1st special figure) or the 16R probability variation jackpot result (2nd special figure), the winning / failing lottery mode is the high probability mode and the support mode after the opening / closing execution mode ends. Shifts to the first advantageous gaming state, which is the high-frequency support mode (transition route 405). In this case, even if a 16R probability variation jackpot result is obtained under the second normal game state, it is usually 0.6 sec (0.05 sec or 10 sec due to a decrease in the reserved storage number FN in the normal figure) during the execution of the open / close execution mode. Since the figure variation display time is set, the second normal game state ends during the execution of the open / close execution mode. That is, once the medium frequency support for winning a prize in the second operating port 63 is terminated, and the support mode is reset, the high frequency support is started.

Since the operating ports 62 and 63 and the through gate 35 are arranged on the left route side, in the first advantageous gaming state, the launch of the game ball is returned to the left route for the game. The high-frequency support mode in the first advantageous gaming state is set so that the degree of support for winning a prize in the second operating port 63 is higher than that in the medium-frequency support mode in the second normal gaming state. Therefore, in the first advantageous gaming state, it is possible to play at a higher rate of receiving the winning / failing lottery in the second special figure on the advantageous side than in the second normal gaming state. Such a state will continue until the next big hit is won.

Further, when the 5R normal jackpot result A (first special figure) or the 5R normal jackpot result C (second special figure) is obtained, the winning / failing lottery mode is the low probability mode and the support mode is the high frequency support mode. It shifts to the second advantageous gaming state (shift route 404). In this case as well, as in the first advantageous game state, the launch of the game ball is returned to the left route to play the game. The second advantageous game state is continued until the specified number of special game games (50 times) is completed.

After the end of the second advantageous gaming state, it shifts to the normal gaming state (transition route 406), but it shifts to the first normal gaming state according to the normal figure reserved memory number FN at the end of the second advantageous gaming state. It branches whether to shift to the second normal gaming state. The closer to the end of the specified number of times, the easier it is to give up and the concentration on the game tends to be interrupted. The motivation increases, and it becomes easier to concentrate on the game until the end of the second advantageous game state. Further, in the above configuration, the transition destination after the end of the advantageous state is not uniform, and the transition destination changes based on the end status of the advantageous state even during the transition to the disadvantageous state. As a result, not only can the player's disappointment with respect to the end of the advantageous state be reduced, but also the playability can be diversified.

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

As a transition route to the gaming state where it is easy to win a prize in the electric accessory 66 (second operating port 63), apart from the first route triggered by the fact that the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure becomes a predetermined number or more. The second route is set up when the result of the winning / failing lottery becomes a big hit result. As a result, it is possible to diversify the mode of transition to the easy-to-win state, and it is possible to expand the range of enjoyment. In that case, the advantage of the easy-to-win state (medium-frequency support mode) transitioned through the first route is suppressed to be lower than that of the easy-winning state (high-frequency support mode) transitioned through the second route. As a result, it is possible not only to suppress excessive advantage, but also to expand the chances of shifting to an easy-to-win state while suppressing the reduction of attractiveness of big hits.

When the 5R normal jackpot result B is won in the second normal game state and the game is won by the predetermined lottery process (selection of the normal map fluctuation display time), the game ball wins the through gate 35 and then corresponds to the prize. The specific period until the end of the support state of the electric accessory 66 is set to be longer than the execution period of the open / close execution mode corresponding to the 5R normal jackpot result B. In this case, the decrease in the number of FNs on hold in the normal figure during the execution of the open / close execution mode is suppressed, and the number of FNs on hold in the normal figure can be maintained across the open / close execution mode. As a result, even after the end of the open / close execution mode, the second normal gaming state can be continued, and the second normal gaming state can be continued.

<Third embodiment>
This embodiment is different from the second embodiment in that it has a function of generating a jackpot result (V jackpot) based on the winning of a game ball to the V winning opening. Hereinafter, the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 41 to 61. The same components as those of the second embodiment are designated by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted.

First, the configuration of the game board 60 according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 41. As shown in FIG. 41, in the present embodiment, the second variable winning device 500 is provided separately from the variable winning device 65. In order to distinguish between the two, the former may be referred to as the first variable winning device 65 in the following.

The second variable winning device 500 is provided below the variable display unit 67 between the first operating port 62 and the out port 68 (lower center of the game board 60), and is left on the second variable winning device 500. A game ball flowing down the route is reachable. Incidentally, in the configuration of FIG. 41, the game ball can reach the second variable winning device 500 even from the right route side, but this may be impossible or difficult. Hereinafter, the configuration of the second variable winning device 500 will be described with reference to FIG. 42.

As shown in FIG. 42 (a), in the second variable winning device 500, a distribution inlet 501 having a size that is open in the front-rear direction and allows a game ball to pass through is formed, and the distribution entrance 501 is used for gaming. It is provided with a distribution member 502 that switches between a closed state in which the ball cannot pass or is difficult to pass and an open state in which the game ball can pass. The distribution member 502 is opened by being driven by a drive unit 503 for the distribution inlet through a link mechanism (not shown). The distribution inlet 501 constitutes the entrance of the guide passage 504, and the game ball flowing in from the distribution entrance 501 flows down the guide passage 504 to the downstream side.

As shown in FIG. 42B, the guide passage 504 is bifurcated from the intermediate position, and constitutes one of the upstream region 505 constituting the upstream side of the branch position and one of the downstream sides of the branch position. The V winning area (or used area) 506 and the discharging area (or unused area) 507 constituting the other downstream side of the branch position are provided. Further, at the branch position, a shutter 508 is provided as a distribution means for distributing the game ball that has reached the branch position from the upstream area 505 to either the V winning area 506 or the discharge area 507. In the state where the shutter 508 is not driven by the shutter drive unit 509, the game ball that has reached the branch position flows into the discharge area 507, and in the state where the shutter 508 is driven by the shutter drive unit 509. The game ball that has reached the branch position will flow into the V winning area 506 (V winning).

The detection sensor 511 for counting is provided so that the detection region exists at a position where the game ball flowing into the upstream region 505 always passes. Based on the fact that the game ball is detected by the counting detection sensor 511, the prize ball corresponding to the winning to the second variable winning device 500 is paid out. The number of prize balls when a prize is generated in the second variable winning device 500 is a predetermined number (for example, three) smaller than that in the case of the first variable winning device 65. Further, the detection sensor 512 for V winning is provided so that the detection region exists at a position where the game ball flowing into the V winning region 506 always passes.

Based on the fact that the game ball is detected by the detection sensor 512 for V winning, the opening / closing execution mode is started again after the opening / closing execution mode. More specifically, the opening / closing execution mode in which the second variable winning device 500 is opened is an opening / closing execution mode in which one round game is performed, which is a so-called small hit, and a V prize is won during the opening / closing execution mode. After the opening / closing execution mode, a jackpot opening / closing execution mode in which a predetermined number of round games are performed is executed. In the following, the opening / closing execution mode executed based on the detection of the game ball (V detection) by the detection sensor 512 for V winning may be referred to as the opening / closing execution mode for V jackpot.

Further, the discharge detection sensor 513 is provided so that the detection area exists at a position where the game ball that has flowed into the discharge area 507 always passes. Based on the detection results from the ejection detection sensor 513 and the V winning detection sensor 512, it is determined whether or not the game ball remains in the second variable winning device 500.

The drive unit 509 for the shutter is periodically driven and controlled from a predetermined timing. Specifically, the drive unit 509 for the shutter is driven and controlled at a predetermined cycle from the start timing of the open / close execution mode in which the second variable winning device 500 is opened. As a result, the timing at which the game ball winning the second variable winning device 500 is distributed to the V winning area 506 side and the timing at which the game ball is distributed to the discharging area 507 side are periodically switched.

In the open / close execution mode in which the second variable winning device 500 is opened, a plurality of open / close execution modes having different periods in which the distribution member 502 is in the open state are set. Although the details will be described later, in the pachinko machine 10, the probability that the winning game ball is distributed to the V winning area 506 is relatively high or low by differentiating the period in which the distribution member 502 is in the open state. Has been made. Hereinafter, the open mode on the side with a high probability of being distributed to the V winning area 506 is referred to as a high distribution mode (high expectation mode), and the open mode on the side with a low probability is referred to as a low distribution mode (low expectation mode). That is.

It should be noted that the total probability that the game ball passes through the V winning area 506 in the opening / closing execution mode of the low distribution mode and the opening / closing execution mode of the high distribution mode in which the game ball can win the second variable winning device 500. Is set to be less than or equal to a predetermined probability (1/10). That is, although the probability of passing through the V winning area 506 in the opening / closing execution mode of the high distribution mode is increased, when combined with the probability of passing through the V winning area 506 in the opening / closing execution mode of the low distribution mode. In the opening / closing execution mode of the high distribution mode and the low distribution mode, the winning rate to the second variable winning device 500, the passing rate of the V winning area 506, and the second variable winning device 500 so as to be less than a predetermined probability. The distribution ratio of the high distribution mode and the low distribution mode when the opening / closing execution mode of is executed is set.

The second variable winning device 500 is preferably formed so that it can be visually recognized from the front of the pachinko machine 10 whether the winning game ball is distributed to the V winning area 506 or the discharging area 507. Specifically, it is preferable that the front surface side of the second variable winning device 500 is formed to be colored transparent or colorless transparent.

<Regarding the judgment of whether or not the special figure is correct>
Next, the hit / fail determination for the special figure according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 43. FIG. 43 (a) is a schematic diagram showing a pass / fail table for the first special figure, and FIG. 43 (b) is a schematic view showing a pass / fail table for the second special figure.

The present embodiment has the first special figure and the second special figure, and is the same as the second embodiment in that each game round related to them is executed one by one, but the winning / failing lottery mode is set. It does not have a function to shift from a low probability mode to a high probability mode (so-called probability change function). That is, the probability that a big hit result will be obtained by the winning / failing lottery is one probability (1/200). Therefore, there is no distinction between the low-probability table and the high-probability table for the first special figure and the second special figure, and one is stored in each of the hit / miss table storage areas 621 of the ROM 603.

In each winning / failing table, a jackpot result, a special winning result, and a losing result are set as the result of the winning / failing lottery. The random number that results in a big hit is one in any of the winning / failing tables for special figures, and the probability of winning a big hit is 1/200 on the first special figure side and the second special figure side.

As shown in FIG. 43 (a), the hit / fail table for the first special figure is provided with a disadvantageous special hit result. The disadvantageous special hit result is a kind of special hit result, and when the disadvantageous special hit result is obtained, the opening / closing execution mode of one round by the second variable winning device 500 is executed. Specifically, the second variable winning device 500 is controlled to open and close in a low distribution mode in which it is difficult for the game ball winning the second variable winning device 500 to be distributed to the V winning area 506. In the hit / fail table for the first special figure, the probability of a disadvantageous special hit result is set to 198/200.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 43 (b), the hit / fail table for the second special figure is provided with advantageous special hit results A and B in addition to the disadvantageous special hit result as the special hit result. For convenience, here, the advantageous special hit results A and B will be collectively described as the advantageous special hit results. The unfavorable special hit result is the same as the unfavorable special hit result related to the hit / fail table for the first special figure, but the advantageous special hit result is more advantageous than the unfavorable special hit result. That is, when the advantageous special hit result is obtained, the second variable winning device 500 is controlled to open and close in a high distribution mode in which the game ball winning the second variable winning device 500 is easily distributed to the V winning area 506. In the hit / fail table for the second special figure, the probability of becoming an advantageous special hit result (the total probability of the advantageous special hit result A and the advantageous special hit result B) is set to 99/200, and the probability of becoming a disadvantageous special hit result is set. It is set to 99/200. That is, if a special hit result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure, there is a probability of 1/2 that the advantageous special hit result is obtained.

Here, a low distribution mode and a high distribution mode will be described with reference to FIG. 44. Incidentally, since the operation of the shutter 508 is the same in both the low distribution mode and the high distribution mode, the operation of the shutter 508 will be described first. As shown in FIG. 44 (a3), at the timing t31, which is the start timing of the open / close execution mode, the shutter 508 is located at a position where the game ball winning the second variable winning device 500 is distributed to the discharge area 507 (outside side). positioned. Then, at the timing t34 after the waiting period of 1.0 sec has elapsed from the timing t31, the shutter 508 is displaced to a position where the game ball winning the second variable winning device 500 is distributed to the V winning area 506. After that, the state is maintained until the distribution period of 2.0 sec elapses from the timing t34, and the position returns to the position on the off-side side at the timing t35 when the distribution period elapses.

In this case, in the open / close execution mode of the low distribution mode executed based on the disadvantageous special hit result, 0.5 sec is set as the opening period after the start of the open / close execution mode as shown in FIG. 44 (a2). (Timing t32), and after the opening period has elapsed, the second variable winning device 500 is in an open state for 0.1 sec (timing t33). That is, in the open / close execution mode of the low distribution mode, the opening time (0.1 sec) of the second variable winning device 500 is shorter than the firing cycle (0.6 sec) of the game ball, which is extremely short. Even if the second variable winning device 500 is in the open state, it is difficult for the game ball to win a prize. Even if the game ball wins, in the open / close execution mode of the low distribution mode, the second variable winning device 500 is opened to closed in the timings t31 to t34 where the shutter 508 is located on the discharge region 507 side. Is completed, the winning game balls are distributed to the discharge area 507. That is, as shown in FIGS. 44 (a2) and 44 (a3), the period in which the shutter 508 is located on the V winning area 506 side and the period in which the second variable winning device 500 is in the open state do not overlap. Therefore, the game ball cannot pass through the V winning area 506.

On the other hand, in the open / close execution mode of the high distribution mode executed based on the advantageous special hit result, 0.5 sec is set as the opening period after the start of the open / close execution mode, as shown in FIG. 44 (b2). (Timing t42), after the opening period has elapsed, the second variable winning device 500 is in an open state for 1.8 sec (timing t43). Therefore, in the open / close execution mode of the high displacement mode, as shown in FIGS. 44 (b2) and 44 (b3), the shutter 508 is on the discharge region 507 side at the timing t43 when the second variable winning device 500 is being opened. Will be displaced to the V winning area 506 side. As a result, the period in which the shutter 508 is located on the V winning area 506 side and the period in which the second variable winning device 500 is in the open state overlap, and the period is 1.3 sec. Since the firing cycle of the game balls is 0.6 sec, about two game balls can be won in the second variable winning device 500 during the period, so that one or more game balls enter the V winning area 506. It is something that can be passed.

In addition, in the open / close execution mode of the high distribution mode, the period (0.5 sec) from the opening of the second variable winning device 500 to the start of displacement of the shutter 508 toward the V winning region 506 is , The period is shorter than the product of the firing cycle of the game ball and the upper limit winning number (10 pieces) of the opening / closing execution mode. Therefore, after the second variable winning device 500 is opened and before the shutter 508 is displaced to the V winning area 506 side, the upper limit winning number is reached and the opening / closing execution mode ends (V winning). The opening / closing execution mode ends without being distributed to the usage area 506) is avoided.

Regardless of whether the advantageous special hit result A or the advantageous special hit result B is obtained, the mode of opening / closing control of the second variable winning device 500 in the opening / closing execution mode based on those results is the same.

<Distribution of jackpot type for special figures>
Next, the distribution of the jackpot type for the special figure according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 45. 45 (a) is a schematic diagram showing a distribution table for the first special figure, (b) is a distribution table for the second special figure, and (c) is a schematic diagram showing a distribution table for V jackpot.

As shown in FIG. 45A, 5R jackpot result A and 5R jackpot result B are set as the types of jackpot results in the first special figure. In each of these, the number of rounds executed is five. In the 5R jackpot result A, the support mode becomes the high-frequency support mode after the end of the open / close execution mode, and the end reference number of times in the high-frequency support mode is set to 50 times. On the other hand, the 5R jackpot result B is a jackpot result in which the support mode becomes the low frequency support mode after the end of the open / close execution mode. The distribution probability to the 5R jackpot result A and the distribution probability to the 5R jackpot result B are both 50/100.

When the support mode becomes the high-frequency support mode, the probability that a prize is generated in the second operating port 63 is higher than that in the low-frequency support mode, which is the same as that of the second embodiment. In the form, the function of V jackpot based on V prize is installed. As described above, the result of the winning / failing lottery pertaining to the second special figure (second operating port 63) includes an advantageous special winning result in which a V prize is likely to occur, and therefore, in the case of the high frequency support mode. Is more likely to cause a V jackpot. Incidentally, in the present embodiment, the probability of achieving an advantageous special hit result in the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure is 99/200 (about 1/2) (see FIG. 43 (b)). In the high-frequency support mode, the game is a game in which the above-mentioned advantageous special hit result is assigned until the number of executions of the special figure game reaches the end reference number (50 times), and it is possible to almost certainly obtain the V jackpot. ing.

As shown in FIG. 45B, 16R jackpot result and 5R jackpot result C are set as the types of jackpot results in the second special figure. The former has 16 rounds to be executed, and the latter has 5. In the 16R jackpot result, the support mode becomes the high frequency support mode after the end of the open / close execution mode (the end reference number is 50 times), and in the 5R jackpot result C, the support mode becomes the low frequency support mode after the end of the open / close execution mode. The result. The distribution probability to the 16R jackpot result is 60/100, and the distribution probability to the 5R jackpot result C is 40/100.

When the V jackpot result is obtained by the V winning, the type of the V jackpot result is sorted using the distribution table for the V jackpot shown in FIG. 45 (c). As the types of V jackpot results, 16RV jackpot results and 5RV jackpot results are set. The former has 16 rounds to be executed, and the latter has 5. In the 16RV jackpot result, the support mode becomes the high frequency support mode after the end of the open / close execution mode (the number of termination reference times is 50), and in the 5RV jackpot result, the support mode becomes the low frequency support mode after the end of the open / close execution mode. The result.

In the distribution table for V jackpot, the type of the V winning flag described later and the type of the V jackpot result are associated with each other. As will be described in detail later, the type of the V winning flag corresponds to the type of the advantageous special hit result that triggered the V jackpot. Therefore, the types of V jackpot results are sorted based on the types of advantageous special hit results that substantially triggered the V jackpot. Specifically, if the open / close execution mode executed when the V prize is generated is based on the result of the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure being the advantageous special winning result A, the 16RV jackpot If the open / close execution mode executed when the V prize is generated is based on the advantageous special hit result B, the result is distributed to the 5RV jackpot result. Therefore, the distribution probability to the 16RV jackpot result is 60/100, which is the same as the probability of the advantageous special hit result A among the advantageous special hit results, and the distribution probability to the 5RV jackpot result is the advantageous special hit result B. It becomes 40/100 which is the same as the probability of becoming.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the result of the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure includes the advantageous special hit result, and it is expected that the V jackpot will be obtained, and further, the mode shifts to the high frequency support mode. The probability of this is also higher in the second special figure than in the first special figure. That is, the winning / failing lottery of the second special drawing is given preferential treatment over that of the first special drawing, and the second operating port 63 is more advantageous to the player than the first operating port 62. Therefore, the player will play the game while expecting that a prize will be generated in the second operating port 63.

The opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the 16R jackpot result, the 5R jackpot result A to C, the 16RV jackpot result, and the 5RV jackpot result is performed by controlling the opening / closing of the first variable winning device 65. Since the first variable winning device 65 is arranged on the right route side, the player fires a game ball on the right route to play while the opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the jackpot result is executed.

Next, in the present embodiment, each control process executed by the MPU 602 of the main control device 162 will be described. In the following description, the same processing as in each of the above embodiments will be simplified or omitted as appropriate.

<Normal processing>
FIG. 46 is a flowchart showing a normal process according to the present embodiment. This process is performed in place of the normal process of FIG. 14 according to the first embodiment.

In the present embodiment, the V distribution setting process (process for controlling the position of the shutter 508) in step S2306 is added to the normal process of FIG. The details of the V distribution setting process will be described later.

In the present embodiment, as in the case of the second embodiment, the first special figure game and the second special figure game are performed one by one, so that the game in step S2303 is performed. As the turn control process, the game turn control process of FIG. 35 according to the second embodiment is executed.

<Special figure change start processing>
Next, the special figure fluctuation start processing in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 47. This process is performed in place of the special figure variation start process of FIG. 36 according to the second embodiment.

In the special figure fluctuation start process, first, in step S2401, it is determined whether or not the second special figure flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. The second special figure flag is information for identifying that the game round of this time is the game round of the second special figure, and is stored in the storage area 634 based on the winning of the second operating port 63. It is a thing.

If the second special figure flag is not stored, the hit / fail determination is made with reference to the pass / fail table for the first special figure (see FIG. 43 (a)) in step S2402, and the second special figure flag is stored. If so, the pass / fail determination is performed in step S2403 with reference to the pass / fail table for the second special figure (see FIG. 43 (b)). After the execution of step S2402 or step S2403, it is determined in step S2404 whether or not the result of each of the above-mentioned hit / fail determinations is a jackpot result.

If the jackpot is won, in step S2405, it is determined whether or not the second special figure flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. If the second special figure flag is not stored, the distribution determination is performed with reference to the distribution table for the first special figure (see FIG. 45 (a)) in step S2406, and the second special figure flag is set. If it is stored, the distribution determination is performed in step S2407 with reference to the distribution table for the second special figure (see FIG. 45B).

After the execution of step S2406 or step S2407, it is determined in step S2408 whether or not the distributed game result is a 16R jackpot result. If it is a 16R jackpot result, in step S2409, a stop result corresponding to the 16R jackpot result is set as a stop result in the main display unit 43. Further, in step S2409, the 16R flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604 as information for specifying the type of the jackpot result of this time.

If the sorted game result is not the 16R jackpot result, it means that it is one of the 5R jackpot results A to C. In this case, in step S2410, the stop result corresponding to the 5R jackpot result is set as the stop result in the main display unit 43. Further, in step S2410, any one of the 5R flags A to C is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604 as information for specifying the type of the jackpot result of this time.

On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S2404, it is determined in step S2411 whether or not the result of the hit / fail determination in step S2402 or step S2403 is a special hit result. If it is a special hit result, in step S2412, it is determined whether or not the type of the special hit result is the advantageous special hit result A or B. If it is one of the advantageous special hit results, in step S2413, a stop result corresponding to the advantageous special hit result is set as the stop result in the main display unit 43. Further, in step S2413, as information for specifying the type of the special hit result this time, the advantageous special hit flag A (corresponding to the advantageous special hit result A) or the advantageous special hit flag B (corresponding to the advantageous special hit result B). Is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604.

If the type of the special hit result is not the advantageous special hit result A or B, that is, the disadvantageous special hit result, in step S2414, the stop result corresponding to the disadvantaged special hit result is displayed as the stop result in the main display unit 43. Set. Further, in step S2414, the disadvantageous special hit flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604 as information for specifying the type of the special hit result this time.

On the other hand, when a negative determination is made in step S2411, that is, when the result of this hit / fail determination is neither a big hit result nor a special hit result, in step S2415, the stop result in the main display unit 43 corresponds to the off result. Set the stop result.

After the execution of steps S2409, S2410, S2413 to S2415, the same processing as in steps S1912 to S1914 of FIG. 36 is executed in steps S2416 to S2418, and then the variation start processing is terminated.

<Game state transition process>
Next, the game state transition process in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 48. This process is performed in place of the game state transition process of FIG. 22 according to the first embodiment.

In the game state transition process, first, in step S2501, 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 S2502, and any of the 16R flag, the 5R flag A to C jackpot flag, the advantageous special hit flags A and B, and the disadvantageous special hit flag in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. It is determined whether or not the special winning flag or the V winning flag of any of the V winning flags A and B is stored. The V winning flag is a flag stored at the end of the opening / closing execution mode based on the occurrence of a V prize in the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result. Based on the storage of the V winning flag, a new opening / closing execution mode is executed after the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result.

If a negative determination is made in step S2502, the main game state transition process is terminated as it is, and if an affirmative determination is made in step S2502, in step S2503, the end timing of the variation display of the corresponding game times or the corresponding open / close execution mode. Determine if it is the end timing. Specifically, when any of the big hit flags or any special hit flag is stored, it is determined whether or not it is the end timing of the corresponding game round, and when the V winning flag is stored. Determines whether or not it is the end timing of the corresponding open / close execution mode. If it is not the end timing, the game state transition process is terminated as it is.

If any of the end timings is reached, the process proceeds to step S2504, and the start processing of the open / close execution mode is executed. This process is the same as in step S1204 of FIG. In the following step S2505, it is confirmed whether or not there is a special hit flag in order to set the number of rounds in the opening / closing execution mode this time. That is, it is determined whether or not any of the advantageous special hit flags A and B and the disadvantageous special hit flag is stored.

If none of the special hit flags are stored, it is determined in step S2506 whether or not the 16R flag or the V winning flag A is stored. If any of these flags is stored, "16" is set in the round number counter RC in step S2507, and if none of these flags are stored, "5" is set in the round number counter RC in step S2508. To set. On the other hand, when an affirmative judgment is made in step S2505, that is, when any of the advantageous special hit flags A and B and the disadvantageous special hit flag is stored, "1" is set in the round number counter RC in step S2509. ..

After executing any of the processes of steps S2507 to S2509, the opening command setting process of step S2510 and the external signal setting process of step S2511 are executed. In the external signal setting process, whether or not to set the special hit signal output state may be different depending on the type of the special hit result. For example, among the advantageous special hit result and the disadvantageous special hit result, the signal output state of the output terminal for the special hit signal provided on the external terminal plate 213 is set to the special hit signal output state based on the advantageous special hit result, which is disadvantageous. Based on the special hit result, the configuration may not be set to the special hit signal output state. By doing so, it is possible to grasp that the open / close execution mode based on the advantageous special hit result has occurred in the management control device on the game hall side, while the open / close execution mode based on the frequently occurring disadvantageous special hit result can be set. There is no need to grasp it, and it is possible to avoid the complexity of data management and the increase in processing load due to frequent signal output.

Returning to the description of step S2501, if the open / close execution mode is in progress, an affirmative determination is made in the step S2501 and the process proceeds to step S2512. In step S2512, 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 S2513.

In the large winning opening opening / closing process, when the large winning opening 65a or the distribution entrance 501 is closed, the variable for the first variable winning device 65 is conditioned on the condition that the round number counter RC is "1" or more. By putting the winning drive unit 65c or the driving unit 503 for the second variable winning device 500 into the driving state, the large winning opening 65a or the distribution inlet 501 is opened. If the large winning opening 65a or the distribution entrance 501 is open, a predetermined time has passed since the large winning opening 65a or the distribution entrance 501 was opened (30 sec at the large winning opening 65a and the distribution entrance 501). The drive state of the variable winning drive unit 65c or the drive unit 503 is stopped on condition that 0.1 sec or 1.8 sec) has elapsed or a predetermined number (10 of each) of game balls have won a prize. Then, the large winning opening 65a or the distribution entrance 501 is closed.

Further, in the large prize opening / closing process, it is determined whether or not the V prize has occurred based on the detection result of the V prize detection sensor 512 provided in the second variable prize device 500. As a result, when a game ball wins in the second variable winning device 500 in the open / close execution mode corresponding to the advantageous special hit result, and the game ball flows into the V winning area 506, it is detected. When it is determined that the V winning has occurred, the V winning flag is stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604.

After the execution of the opening / closing process of the large winning opening, each determination process of steps S2514 and S2515 is executed, and then, in step S2516, the transition process at the end of the opening / closing execution mode is executed. Here, the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode will be described with reference to FIG. 49.

In the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode, first, in step S2601, the 16R flag, the jackpot flag of any of the 5R flags A to C, and the V of any of the V winning flags A and B are set in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. It is determined whether or not the winning flag is stored. If any of them is stored, in step S2602, it is determined whether or not the 5R flag A, 16R flag or V winning flag A is stored in the storage area 634.

As a result, if none of these flags are stored, the 5R flag B, C or V winning flag B (the jackpot result in which the support mode becomes the low frequency support mode after the end of the open / close execution mode) is set in the storage area 634. It means that it is stored. In this case, in step S2603, the 5R flag B, C or V winning flag B of the storage area 634 is erased, and then the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode is terminated.

On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S2602, the 5R flag A, 16R flag or V winning flag A of the storage area 634 is erased in step S2604, and then the high frequency support flag is set in the same area 634 in step S2605. set. As a result, after the opening / closing execution mode ends, the support mode shifts to the high-frequency support mode. In the following step S2606, the value of the high frequency game count counter is set to "50". The high-frequency game count counter is for counting the number of executions of the special figure game times in the high-frequency support mode, and each time the game times of the first special figure or the second special figure are executed, one is displayed. Be crimented. Then, when the value of the high-frequency game count counter becomes "0", the support mode shifts from the high-frequency support mode to the low-frequency support mode. Next, in step S2607, the notification / effect control device 143 issues a high-frequency support command (high-frequency support setting information), which is information for causing the control device on the sub-side to recognize that the support mode is the high-frequency support mode. Set as the command to be sent to. After that, this migration process is terminated.

On the other hand, when a negative determination is made in step S2601, that is, when the 16R flag, the jackpot flag of any of the 5R flags A to C, and the V winning flags A and B are not stored in the various flag storage areas 634 of the RAM 604. , It means that the advantageous special hit flag A, B or the disadvantageous special hit flag is stored. In this case, the process proceeds to step S2608, and it is determined whether or not the V winning flag is stored in the storage area 634. As described above, the V winning flag is stored when it is determined that the V winning has occurred in the large winning opening opening / closing process in step S2513 in FIG. 48.

When the V winning flag is stored, in the following step S2609, the advantageous special winning flags A and B or the disadvantageous special winning flags stored in the storage area 634 are deleted together with the V winning flag, and then in step S2610. The V winning flag A or B is stored in the same area 634. At this time, if the advantageous special hit flag A is stored in the storage area 634 before the execution of step S2609, the V winning flag A is stored, and the advantageous special hit flag A is stored in the storage area 634 before the execution of step S2609. If the flag B is stored, the V winning flag B is stored. After that, in step S2611, the V winning command (V winning command) which is information for making the control device on the sub side recognize that the V winning has occurred, in other words, the opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the V jackpot is performed. Information) is set as a command to be transmitted to the notification / effect control device 143. The process of step S2611 may be executed when it is determined that a V prize has occurred in the large winning opening opening / closing process of step S2513. After the execution of step S2611, the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode is terminated.

On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S2608, that is, if it is determined that the V winning flag is not stored in the storage area 634, the advantageous special hit flags A and B or the disadvantage special hits stored in the same area 634 are not stored. Clears the flag and ends the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode.

Returning to the description of FIG. 48, after executing the transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode in step S2516, the end process of the open / close execution mode is executed in step S2517, and then the transition process of the game state is terminated.

In the above game state transition process, if the game ball passes through the V winning area 506 during the opening / closing execution mode of one round based on the special hit result, the V winning flag is stored based on that, and then the V winning flag is stored. By performing the process of rewriting to, a new opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the V jackpot is started after the opening / closing execution mode. In the new open / close execution mode, "16" or "5" is input to the round number counter RC in step S2507 or S2508, and 16 or 5 round games are performed on the first variable winning device 65 side. It will be. Since the number of prize balls when a prize is generated in the first variable winning device 65 is 15, which is larger than that in the case of the second variable winning device 500 (3), the above-mentioned new opening / closing execution mode is available. By doing so, it becomes possible to expect the acquisition of a large amount of game balls. On the other hand, if the V winning area 506 cannot be passed during the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result, the opening / closing execution mode ends as it is, and then a new opening / closing execution mode is not started.

<V distribution setting process>
Next, the V distribution setting process in step S2306 of FIG. 46 will be described with reference to FIG. 50. FIG. 50 is a flowchart showing the V distribution setting process.

In the V distribution setting process, first, in S2701, it is determined whether or not it is the start timing of the open / close execution mode. When it is the start timing, “500” (that is, 1.0 sec) is set in the timer counter TC provided in various counter areas 633 of the RAM 604 in step S2702. The count value set here is decremented by 1 each time the timer interrupt process is started, that is, in a cycle of 2 msec. In the following step S2703, "1" is set in the distribution number counter HC provided in the various counter areas 633 of the RAM 604. The distribution count counter HC is a counter for the MPU 602 to grasp the number of operations of the shutter 508.

If a negative determination is made in step S2701, or after the process of step S2703 is executed, the process proceeds to step S2704. In step S2704, by grasping the driving state of the shutter driving unit 509, it is determined whether or not the shutter 508 is located on the distribution side to the V winning area 506. When the shutter 508 is located on the distribution side to the discharge area 507, it is determined in step S2705 whether or not the timer counter TC is "0".

If the timer counter TC is not "0", the main distribution setting process is terminated, while if it is "0", it is determined in step S2706 whether or not the distribution number counter HC is "0". .. If a negative determination is made in step S2706, that is, if the distribution count counter HC is "1", the shutter 508 is displaced to the position on the distribution side to the V winning area 506 in step S2707. In the following step S2708, "1000" is set in the timer counter TC. As a result, the period for positioning the shutter 508 on the distribution side to the V winning area 506 is set to 2.0 sec. After the execution of step S2708 or when a positive determination is made in step S2706, the main distribution setting process is terminated.

On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S2704, that is, if the shutter 508 is located on the distribution side to the V winning area 506, it is determined in step S2709 whether or not the timer counter TC is "0". Then, it is determined whether or not the period for positioning the shutter 508 on the distribution side to the V winning area 506 has elapsed. If an affirmative determination is made in step S2709, the shutter 508 is displaced to the position on the distribution side to the discharge area 507 in step S2710, and then the distribution count counter HC is decremented by 1 in step S2711. After the execution of step S2711 or when a negative determination is made in step S2709, the main distribution setting process is terminated.

<Public map fluctuation start processing>
Next, the normal map fluctuation start processing according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 51. This process is performed in place of the normal map variation start process of FIG. 25 according to the first embodiment. Specifically, the process of steps S2805 to S2807 is executed instead of steps S1505 to S1507 of FIG.

Explaining these processes, in step S2805, it is determined whether or not the current support mode is the high frequency support mode. If a negative determination is made in step S2805, the fluctuation display time table of the ROM 603 is stored in the fluctuation display time table storage area 623 in step S2806. The fluctuation display time corresponding to the value of the type counter C5 is acquired. Here, the normal map variation display time table for the low frequency support mode will be described with reference to FIG. 52 (a).

The normal map fluctuation display time table for the low-frequency support mode has the normal map hold storage number FN in the normal map fluctuation display time table for the low-probability mode (see FIG. 10B) according to the first embodiment. It is the same as the case of 1 to 3 pieces. That is, the fluctuation display time of 0.05 sec is set with a probability of 999/1000, and the fluctuation display time of 10 sec is set with a probability of 1/1000. For this reason, when the support mode is the low frequency support mode, as long as the variable display time of 0.05 sec continues to be set, the normal figure hold does not occur (or is unlikely to occur), and it is electrically operated in each normal figure game. Although the accessory 66 is opened, the state in which the winning of the second operating port 63 does not occur (or does not occur) continues. Then, by setting the variable display time of 10 sec, the holding of the normal drawing is accumulated, and the state shifts to the easy winning state to the second operating port 63.

However, unlike the normal map fluctuation display time table of FIG. 10B according to the first embodiment, the normal map fluctuation display time table for the low frequency support mode according to the present embodiment is reserved for the normal map. The storage number FN and the variable display time are not associated with each other. That is, the variable display time is not distinguished by the number of reserved storage numbers FN of the normal figure, and even if the number of stored numbers FN of the normal figure is 4, the same as the case where the number of stored numbers FN of the normal figure is 1 to 3. The variable display time is selected. That is, when the number of reserved storage numbers FN in the normal figure is 4, the variable display time of 0.05 sec is basically set. Therefore, in the present embodiment, after the variable display time of 10 sec is set, the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure becomes four, and then the number of stored games FN gradually decreases even if the game ball is continuously fired. It has become something to do. In the low frequency support mode, the stop display time (fixed display period) of the normal game times is uniformly set to 0.4 sec regardless of the length of the variable display time.

Returning to the explanation of the fluctuation display time of the normal diagram in FIG. 51, when an affirmative judgment is made in step S2805, that is, when the current support mode is the high frequency support mode, the fluctuation display time table storage area of the ROM 603 is determined in step S2807. With reference to the normal map fluctuation display time table for the high frequency support mode stored in 623, the fluctuation display time corresponding to the value of the current normal map fluctuation type counter C5 is acquired. In the normal map variation display time table for the high frequency support mode, as shown in FIG. 52 (b), one type of 0.05 sec is prepared as the variable display time that can be selected. That is, when the support mode is the high frequency support mode, the fluctuation display time of 0.05 sec is always selected and set regardless of the value of the normal figure fluctuation type counter C5. The stop display time in the high frequency support mode is uniformly set to 0.4 sec as in the low frequency support mode.

<Processing for special production>
Next, the special effect processing executed by the MPU 652 of the notification / effect control device 143 will be described with reference to FIGS. 53 to 58. The special effect processing is for performing a predetermined effect display when a variable display time of 10 sec is set in the normal game game. This process is started every predetermined cycle (for example, 2 msec).

As shown in FIG. 53, in the special effect processing, first, in step S2901, it is determined whether or not the current support mode is the low frequency support mode. Specifically, whether or not a command sent from the main control device 162 to the effect that the support mode is the low frequency support mode has been received, in other words, whether or not the above command is stored in the RAM 654 of the MPU 652. Is determined.

If a negative determination is made in step S2901, the special effect processing is terminated as it is, while if an affirmative determination is made, it is determined in step S2902 whether or not the second variable winning device 500 is open. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the release command (see step S2513 in FIG. 48) relating to the second variable winning device 500 from the main control device 162 is stored in the RAM 654 of the MPU 652. As described above, since the second variable winning device 500 is a winning device whose opening / closing is controlled in the open execution mode corresponding to the special winning result, step S2902 is the opening / closing execution mode substantially corresponding to the special winning result. Will determine if is being executed.

If it is determined that the second variable winning device 500 is not open, it is determined in step S2903 whether or not the game round according to the second special figure is being executed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the variation command (see step S2417 in FIG. 47) according to the second special figure transmitted from the main control device 162 is received. If the game round according to the second special figure is not executed, the first special effect processing is executed in step S2904. Here, the first special effect processing will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 54.

As shown in FIG. 54, in the first special effect processing, first, in step S2911, whether or not a command for changing a normal figure (see step S2809 in FIG. 51) transmitted from the main control device 162 is received. judge. When the command for fluctuation of the normal map is received, the command for fluctuation of the normal map is related to the command for normal map variation based on the command for the normal map fluctuation type (see step S2809 in FIG. 51) transmitted from the main control device 162 in step S2912. Figure It is determined whether or not the variation display time of the game times is set to 10 sec. If a negative determination is made in any of steps S2911 and S2912, the first special effect processing is terminated, while if an affirmative determination is made in step S2912, the variation display time is set to 10 sec in step S2913. It is determined whether or not the normal game round is being executed.

If it is not being executed, that is, if it is the fluctuation start timing of the normal drawing game times, the display process of the first special effect display is executed in step S2914, and then the process for the first special effect is terminated. The first special effect display S1 will be described with reference to FIG. 57 (a).

The first special effect display S1 urges the player to launch a game ball aimed at the through gate 35. That is, the variable display time of the normal figure game times is set to a special time much longer than the normal time (0.05 sec), and it becomes easy to store the normal figure reserved memory number FN. Therefore, the game ball is placed in the through gate 35. By notifying that a prize should be won, the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is guided to the upper limit (4). In the first special effect display S1, as shown in FIG. 57 (a), for example, in the upper left portion of the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75, together with an arrow pointing to the through gate 35, "a prize is won in the through gate". It is conceivable to display a character display 521 such as "Let me".

Further, in the first special effect display S1, it is preferable to notify that the game ball should be launched or continued in addition to the character display 521. For example, as shown in FIG. 57 (a), it is preferable to display the character display 522 of "Don't stop firing" in the upper right part of the display screen 75a so as not to overlap with the character display 521. As a result, even though the variable display time of 10 sec was set, the game ball did not win the through gate 35 because the game ball was not fired, and the normal figure reserved memory number FN was sufficiently stored. The occurrence of the inconvenience of not having it is suppressed.

Returning to the description of the first special effect processing in FIG. 54, in the display process of the first special effect display in step S2914, a command including the content information of the first special effect display S1 is output to the display control device 660. .. Upon receiving the command, the display control device 660 reads the image data for the first special effect display S1 from the character ROM, and controls the symbol display device 75 so that the content of the image data is displayed on the display screen 75a. ..

Since the first special effect display S1 is executed based on the normal drawing game times, the display screen 75a displays the variation of the symbol (effect symbol) related to the first special figure on the display screen 75a at the execution start timing or after the execution. It may have been broken. In that case, as shown in FIG. 57 (a), the first special effect display S1 may be executed so that the character display 521 and the character display 522 are displayed on the front side of the effect symbol for the special figure. However, the character display 521 and the character display 522 are displayed so as to be superimposed on the symbol within a range in which the player can at least indicate that the effect symbol for the special symbol is variablely displayed, and specifically, the special symbol is displayed. It only covers a part of the symbol string (variable display area) in the effect symbol. This makes it possible for the player to properly grasp whether or not the special figure game is executed, and to prevent the player from overlooking the first special effect display S1.

Returning to the description of FIG. 54, if an affirmative determination is made in step S2913, that is, if the normal drawing game round is being executed, whether or not it is the start timing for starting the second special effect display S2 in step S2915. Is determined. The second special effect display S2 will be described with reference to FIGS. 57 (b) and 57 (c).

In the second special effect display S2, two types of notification are performed step by step. Specifically, the second special effect display S2-1 shown in FIG. 57 (b) is executed as the first stage, and the second special effect display S2-2 shown in FIG. 57 (c) is executed as the second stage. It has become a thing. The second special effect display S2-1 in the first stage suggests that the player has a chance to win a V jackpot. As the second special effect display S2-1, for example, as shown in FIG. 57B, a configuration in which the character display 523 of "V challenge !!" is displayed in the central portion of the display screen 75a can be considered. At that time, in order to attract the attention of the player, it is preferable to display the character display 523 larger than the character display 521, 522, but the visibility of the effect symbol for the special figure is hindered by that amount. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 57 (b), the display area 524 for variablely displaying the effect symbol for the special figure is reduced to display the character display 523 and the display area 524 without overlapping, or the character display 523. It is preferable to provide a display area 524 in the margin area (the part without characters) in the above. In that case, the display area 524 may be smaller than the character display 523 in order to make the character display 523 stand out.

The second special effect display S2-2 in the second stage suggests to the player that the game ball should be launched aiming at the electric accessory 66 (second operating port 63), and the second operation. This is to encourage the winning of the game ball to the mouth 63. The flow until the V jackpot is won is as follows: winning of the game ball to the second operating port 63 → execution of the opening / closing execution mode (opening / closing control of the second variable winning device 500) corresponding to the special hit result → second variable winning device In the order of winning the game ball to 500 → passing the game ball in the V winning area 506, the second special effect display S2-2 is for guiding the execution of the first step. As the second special effect display S2-2, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (c), a configuration in which the character display 525 of "Aim for step1 electric chew!" Is displayed at the center of the display screen 75a is conceivable. Be done. "Denchu" is an abbreviation for electric tulip, in other words, it is a common name for an electric accessory 66 and a second operating port 63.

In the present embodiment, the second special effect display S2 is started before a predetermined time (for example, 3 sec) when the variation display of the normal figure game times ends, and in the process of step S2915 in FIG. 54, the normal figure game times It is determined whether or not the timing is 3 seconds before the end of the fluctuation display of. If an affirmative determination is made in step S2915, the display process of the second special effect display S2 is executed in step S2916. In step S2916, a command including information on the contents of the second special effect display S2 is output to the display control device 660, and in the display control device 660, the second special effect display S2 is displayed on the display screen 75a. Controls the display device 75. After the execution of step S2916 or when a negative determination is made in step S2915, the first special effect processing is terminated.

Returning to the description of the special effect processing of FIG. 53, if an affirmative determination is made in step S2903, that is, if the game round according to the second special figure is being executed, the second special effect process is executed in step S2905. After that, the processing for this special production is completed. Here, the second special effect processing will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. 55.

In the second special effect processing, first, in step S2921, it is determined whether or not the result of the winning / failing lottery in the game round of the second special figure being executed is a special winning result. This process is performed based on the variable command of the second special figure transmitted from the main control device 162. If the result of the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure is a special winning result, it is determined in step S2922 whether or not it is the start timing for starting the third special effect display S3-A. The third special effect display S3-A will be described with reference to FIG. 57 (d).

The third special effect display S3-A suggests to the player that the game ball should be launched aiming at the second variable winning device 500, and the game ball is won in the second variable winning device 500. Is to encourage. The third special effect display S3-A guides the execution of the winning of the game ball to the second variable winning device 500 → the passage of the game ball in the V winning area 506 in the flow until the above-mentioned V jackpot is acquired. It is for doing. As the third special effect display S3-A, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (d), a configuration in which the character display 526 of "Aim at step2 lower attacker!" Is displayed at the center of the display screen 75a is conceivable. Will be. The "lower attacker" refers to the second variable winning device 500, which is based on the fact that the winning device 500 is arranged in the lower center of the game board 60. In this case as well, as in the case of the second special effect display S2, the character display 526 is displayed larger than the display area 524.

In the present embodiment, the third special effect display S3-A is started before a predetermined time (for example, 2 sec) when the variation display of the second special figure game times ends, and in the process of step S2922 of FIG. 55, the third special effect display S3-A is started. 2nd special figure It is determined whether or not the timing is 2 sec before the end of the variation display of the game times. If an affirmative determination is made in step S2922, the display process of the third special effect display S3-A is executed in step S2923. In step S2923, a command including information on the contents of the third special effect display S3-A is output to the display control device 660, and in the display control device 660, the third special effect display S3-A is displayed on the display screen 75a. The symbol display device 75 is controlled so as to be used. Further, when the third special effect display S3-A is executed, the effect symbol (for example, 7 ★ 7) for the special figure corresponding to the special hit result is stopped in the display area 524 corresponding to the end timing of the variable display. Is displayed. After the execution of step S2923 or when a negative determination is made in step S2922, the second special effect processing is terminated.

On the other hand, if a negative determination is made in step S2921, that is, if the result of the winning / failing lottery in the game round of the second special figure being executed is not a special winning result, is the result of the winning / failing lottery a big hit result in step S2924? Judge whether or not. If the result of the winning / failing lottery is a big hit result, the display process of the third special effect display S3-B is executed in step S2925. The third special effect display S3-B notifies the player that a big hit has occurred. For example, as shown in FIG. 58 (a), the character display 527 "Big hit !!" is displayed. The configuration to be used is conceivable. The execution timing of the third special effect display S3-B can be, for example, the end timing of the variation display in the game times of the second special figure. Further, when the third special effect display S3-B is executed, the effect symbol (for example, 777) for the special figure corresponding to the jackpot result is stopped and displayed in the display area 524. After the execution of step S2925 of FIG. 55 or when a negative determination is made in step S2924, the second special effect processing is terminated.

Returning to the description of the special effect processing of FIG. 53, if an affirmative determination is made in step S2902, that is, if the second variable winning device 500 is open, the V winning process is executed in step S2906. Here, the V winning process will be described with reference to FIG. 56.

In the V winning process, first, in step S2931, it is determined whether or not the V winning command from the main control device 162 is received, that is, whether or not the V winning command has occurred. If the V winning command has been received, the display process of the fourth special effect display S4 is executed in step S2932. The fourth special effect display S4 notifies the player that a V prize has occurred, in other words, that a V jackpot has been won. As the fourth special effect display S4, for example, as shown in FIG. 58 (b), a configuration in which the character display 528 of "V jackpot !!" is displayed in the central portion of the display screen 75a can be considered. In this case as well, as in the case of the second special effect display S2, the character display 528 is displayed larger than the display area 524. In the process of step S2932 of FIG. 56, a command including the information of the contents of the fourth special effect display S4 is output to the display control device 660, and in the display control device 660, the fourth special effect display S4 is displayed on the display screen 75a. The symbol display device 75 is controlled so as to be performed.

If a negative determination is made in step S2931, that is, if the V winning command from the main control device 162 has not been received, it is determined in step S2933 whether or not the second variable winning device 500 is closed. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the closing command (see step S2513 in FIG. 48) related to the second variable winning device 500 transmitted from the main control device 162 has been received. If the second variable winning device 500 is not closed (when the second variable winning device 500 is open), the V winning process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, when the second variable winning device 500 is closed, it is determined in step S2934 whether or not the reserved storage number of the second special figure is 0.

If the number of reserved storages in the second special figure is not 0, that is, if it is 1 or more, the second variable winning device 500 may be opened again. In this case, the fifth special effect display in step S2935. The display process of S5 is executed, and then the V winning process is terminated. The fifth special effect display S5 notifies the player that there is a chance to win the V jackpot. As the fifth special effect display S5, for example, as shown in FIG. 58 (c), a configuration is conceivable in which the character display 529 of "still more !!" is displayed in the central portion of the display screen 75a. Incidentally, in the present embodiment, as in the second embodiment, the maximum number of holdings when the game ball wins the second operating port 63 is set to four. Therefore, if the reserved information of the second special figure can be stored up to the upper limit value, the second variable winning device 500 can be opened four times.

On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is made in step S2934 of FIG. 56, the display process of the sixth special effect display S6 is executed in step S2936. The sixth special effect display S6 notifies the player that the V jackpot could not be obtained. As the sixth special effect display S6, for example, as shown in FIG. 58 (d), a configuration in which the character display 530 of "sorry ..." is displayed in the central portion of the display screen 75a can be considered. In the processing of steps S2935 and S2936 of FIG. 56, a command including information on the contents of the fifth special effect display S5 or the sixth special effect display S6 is output to the display control device 660. The display control device 660 controls the symbol display device 75 so that the effect display S5 or S6 is performed on the display screen 75a.

To briefly summarize the above flow of special production processing, when the change display time of the normal figure game time is set to 10 sec under the situation where the support mode is the low frequency support mode, the change start of the normal figure game time. At the timing, the first special effect display S1 shown in FIG. 57 (a) is displayed. After that, 3 sec before the end of the normal game game, the second special effect display S2-1 shown in FIGS. 57 (b) and 57 (c) is displayed, and then the second special effect display S2-2 is displayed. Will be done.

After the end of the Fuzu game, the Fuzu hold information stored during the execution period of the game is digested, and the electric accessory 66 is released based on the result of the Fuzu winning / failing lottery being the opening result. .. At that time, if the game ball wins the second operating port 63, the game round according to the second special figure is started. When the result of the winning / failing lottery of the game times is a special winning result, the third special effect display S3-A shown in FIG. 57 (d) is displayed from 2 sec before the end of the variation display of the game times.

If the result of the winning / failing lottery according to the second special drawing is a special winning result, the second variable winning device 500 is opened after the game round of the second special drawing related to the winning / failing lottery is completed. Then, when the game ball wins in the second variable winning device 500 and the game ball flows into the V winning area 506, the fourth special effect display S4 shown in FIG. 58 (b) is displayed. On the contrary, if the game ball does not win in the second variable winning device 500, or even if the game ball wins in the second variable winning device 500, it is distributed to the discharge area 507, the second special drawing at that time. The fifth special effect display S5 shown in FIG. 58 (c) or the sixth special effect display S6 shown in FIG. 58 (d) is displayed according to the number of reserved storages. If the result of the winning / failing lottery related to the second special drawing is a big hit result, the third special effect display shown in FIG. S3-B is displayed.

<About the flow of games>
Next, the flow of the game in this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 59 to 61. FIG. 59 is a state transition diagram showing the transition of the gaming state.

When the support mode is the low-frequency support mode and the number of reserved memory FN = 0 (first normal gaming state), it is the same as the first normal gaming state in the second embodiment. That is, in the first normal game state, the game is substantially advanced by winning only the first operating port 62. Then, when the 5R jackpot result A is obtained in the winning / failing lottery related to the first operating port 62 (first special figure), after the opening / closing execution mode ends, the support mode shifts to the advantageous gaming state in which the high frequency support mode is set. do. Since the ratio of the 5R jackpot result A to the jackpot result of the first special figure is 50/100 (see FIG. 45 (a)), if the jackpot is achieved, there is a 50% probability of shifting to the advantageous gaming state.

In the advantageous gaming state, winning a prize in the second operating port 63 is likely to occur, and most of the results of the winning / failing lottery relating to the second operating port 63 (second special figure) are special winning results (Fig.). 43 (b)). Therefore, in the advantageous gaming state, the second variable winning device 500 is frequently controlled to open / close in the open / close execution mode corresponding to the special hit result. At that time, if the type of the special hit result is advantageous special hit result A or B, the game ball winning in the second variable winning device 500 is easily distributed to the V winning area 506, and if it is a disadvantageous special hit result, the second. The game balls that have won the variable winning device 500 can be easily distributed to the discharge area 507 (see FIG. 44). Since the ratio of advantageous special hit results A and B to the special hit results of the second special figure is 50% (see Fig. 43 (b)), it is easily advantageous even with the restriction of the specified number of times (50 times). Special hit results A and B can be assigned, and V jackpot is likely to occur.

In the present embodiment, the first operating port 62, the through gate 35, the second operating port 63, and the electric accessory 66 are arranged on the left route side, and the second variable winning device 500 has a game ball flowing down the left route. It is possible to win a prize. For this reason, not only in the first normal game state, but also in the advantageous game state, the game ball is fired to the left route side to play, but in the first normal game state, it is almost impossible to expect a V jackpot. On the other hand, in the advantageous gaming state, V jackpot is likely to occur, and the playability is clearly separated. Moreover, in addition to the fact that the number of round games executed in the open / close execution mode is likely to be larger for the V jackpot, the probability of shifting to the advantageous game state after the end of the open / close execution mode is also high (Fig.). See 45). Since the game state at the beginning of the game is the first normal game state, the player first obtains a big hit result in the winning / failing lottery of the first special figure, and then assigns it to the 5R big hit result A as the type of big hit. What can be achieved is of utmost concern.

Under such a configuration, in the present embodiment, when the variation display time of the normal drawing game times is set to 10 sec in the first normal game state, the normal figure reserved storage number FN can be increased to four. In this case, as described in each of the above embodiments, in the second normal gaming state in which the second operating port 63 is more likely to win a prize than in the first normal gaming state, although not as much as in the high frequency support mode. Transition. That is, even if the gaming state does not shift to the advantageous gaming state, there will be an opportunity to receive a winning / failing lottery at the second operating port 63 (second special figure). Since there is no difference between the second normal gaming state and the advantageous gaming state, the mode of the winning / failing lottery of the second special figure (probability of becoming a special winning result and distribution of the type of special winning result) is different from that of the normal gaming state. However, there will be a chance to win a V jackpot.

However, in the present embodiment, the variable display time is not distinguished according to the FN of the reserved storage number of the normal figure, and even if the FN of the reserved storage number of the normal figure is 4, the same as in the case of 1 to 3 pieces. , Most of them are set to 0.05 sec. When the variable display time is set to 0.05 sec, the digestion cycle of the Fuzu hold information is the Fuzu game period (the period from the start of the Fuzu game to the start of the next Fuzu game). This is 0.55 sec, which is shorter than the winning cycle of the game ball to the through gate 35, which is 0.6 sec. Therefore, after the variable display time is set to 10 sec and the number of FNs on hold is increased, the information on hold on the map is digested in a cycle shorter than the replenishment cycle. FN gradually decreases.

For example, as shown in FIG. 60, the first time is t51, which is delayed by the opening time (0.1 sec) of the electric accessory 66 from the timing after the end of the normal game game with a variable display time of 10 sec. In the case where the normal game round is started and the first prize to the through gate 35 occurs at the timing t52, which is 0.1 sec later than that, as shown in FIG. 61, all the fired game balls are through gate. Assuming that the prize is won in 35, 11 times of the game of the game can be executed for each decrease in the number of reserved memory FNs of the game. That is, until the 10th Fuzu game round is executed, even if the Fuzu hold memory number FN decreases by 1, the game ball wins the through gate 35 and 1 before the second one decreases. Although the reserved information is replenished, the 11th Fuzu game is executed before the reserved information is replenished. Such a flow becomes the same in the process of decreasing the number of reserved memory FNs of the normal figure by one, so after the number of reserved FNs of the normal figure becomes four, the number of stored memories becomes zero. By the time it becomes possible, a maximum of 44 Fn-key games can be executed, and during that time, the second normal game state can be continued.

Incidentally, the opening cycle of the electric accessory 66 and the arrival cycle of the game ball to the specific region RA2 (see FIG. 5B) in the present embodiment are described in FIG. 27 (1st embodiment) described above. The same applies to the case of b), which is 0.55 sec and 0.6 sec, respectively. In this case, the change of the time difference A (the time difference of the arrival timing with respect to the opening timing) and the time difference B (the time difference of the arrival timing with respect to the closing timing) occurs by 0.05 sec each time the normal game is repeated, and goes to the second operating port 63. The winning probability of the game ball is 2/11 (about 1/6).

Under such conditions, when the game ball can be won in the second operating port 63, the result of the winning / losing lottery becomes an advantageous special winning result, so that the second variable winning device 500 has a high distribution. The opening / closing execution mode in which opening / closing is controlled according to the embodiment is executed. Then, if the second variable winning device 500 can win a game ball in the opening / closing execution mode, a V winning will occur and a V jackpot can be obtained. That is, even if the support mode has not shifted to the high frequency support mode, it is possible to expect the occurrence of V jackpot.

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

As a transition route to the game state where V jackpot can be expected, apart from the first route triggered by the result of the winning / failing lottery becoming the jackpot result, the trigger is that the number of reserved memory FNs in the general map becomes a predetermined number or more. The configuration is such that a second route is provided. As a result, it is possible to provide an opportunity to win a V jackpot without a jackpot result, and it is possible to expand the range of enjoyment. Moreover, since the configuration is such that the FN reserved memory number is used as the transition condition, it is easy to give the player the impression that the above-mentioned gaming state has been acquired by his / her own skill, and the interest is improved. In that case, the advantage of the easy-to-win state (second normal gaming state) that shifts through the second route (easy to win the second operating port 63) is changed to the easy-to-win state (high frequency) that shifts through the first route. The configuration is set to be lower than that of the support mode). As a result, it is possible not only to suppress the excessive advantage, but also to expand the chances of acquiring the V jackpot while suppressing the reduction in the attractiveness of the jackpot.

After the number of FNs on hold in the normal figure exceeds a predetermined number, the fluctuation display time of the normal figure is set to 0.05 sec, and after the game ball wins the through gate 35, the electric accessory 66 corresponding to the prize is supported. The specific period (0.05 sec) until the state ends is set to be shorter than the firing cycle of the game ball. In this case, the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure can be naturally reduced, and the second normal gaming state can be made temporary. This makes it possible to limit the occurrence of V jackpots so that excessive advantages such as excessive simplification do not proceed. In addition, even if the second normal gaming state is reached, the winning of the game ball and the occurrence of the V winning in the second variable winning device 500 are not guaranteed, so that the second normal gaming state remains unoccurred. You can play under the tension that may end, and the fun will improve. Moreover, the execution period of the second normal gaming state is not predetermined, and changes fluidly depending on the winning status of the through gate 35. That is, since it is difficult for the player to predict how long the state will continue during the second normal gaming state, the tension can be suitably increased.

While the game state is in the second normal game state, the notification (character display 522) for prompting the execution of the firing operation is continuously displayed. As a result, it is suppressed that the player refrains from the firing operation, and the second normal gaming state is suppressed from ending unreasonably early.

<Fourth Embodiment>
In the present embodiment, the configuration of the game board 60 is different from each of the above-described embodiments. FIG. 62 shows the configuration of the game board 60 in the present embodiment. The same components as those of the above embodiments are designated by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted.

In this embodiment, a plurality of variable winning devices 65 are provided. Of the plurality of variable winning devices 65, the lower variable winning device 700 is arranged below the variable display unit 67, more specifically below the first operating port 62. On the other hand, of the plurality of variable winning devices 65, the upper variable winning device 710 is arranged on the left side of the variable display unit 67, more specifically above the through gate 35. When the opening / closing execution mode is executed based on the result in the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side, either the lower variable winning device 700 or the upper variable winning device 710 is controlled to open / close.

The configurations of the variable winning devices 700 and 710 are the same as the configurations of the variable winning device 65. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 62 and 63, the lower variable winning device 700 and the upper variable winning device 710 are formed with a lower large winning opening 700a and an upper large winning opening 710a leading to the back side of the game board 60, respectively. A lower opening / closing door 700b and an upper opening / closing door 710b are provided as opening / closing means for opening / closing the lower prize opening 700a and the upper prize opening 710a, respectively. The lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b are normally closed so that the game ball cannot win or is difficult to win. It is possible to switch to the open state of. The lower variable winning drive unit 700c is connected to the lower opening / closing door 700b, the upper variable winning drive unit 710c is connected to the upper opening / closing door 710b, and the main control device 162 has the lower variable winning drive unit 700c and the upper variable. By driving and controlling the winning drive unit 710c, the opening / closing control of the lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b is performed.

Regarding the lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b, more specifically, when the lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b are closed, the front surface of the game board 60 and the front surface of the lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b are When the game ball flows down in front of the game board 60, the lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b do not become a barrier. On the other hand, when the lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b are in the open state, the lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b stand up against the game board 60, and the game ball flowing down in front of the game board 60 is the lower opening / closing door. By being received from below by the 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b, it is guided to the lower prize opening 700a and the upper prize opening 710a. In other words, when the lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b are in the closed state, the game ball can flow down in front of the lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b, while the lower opening / closing door 700b and the upper opening / closing door 710b are in the open state. The game ball cannot flow down in front.

Since the lower variable winning device 700 is arranged as described above, the lower variable winning device 700 is allowed to win either a game ball flowing down the left route or a game ball flowing down the right route. Will be done. On the other hand, to the upper variable winning device 710, the game ball flowing down the left route is allowed to win, but the game ball flowing down the right route is avoided from winning.

In this embodiment, unlike the first embodiment, the variable winning device 65 is not provided on the right side of the variable display unit 67. Therefore, if the operation amount of the game ball launching handle 41 is adjusted so as to flow down the right route in the open / close execution mode, a prize is generated in the open / close execution mode by the lower variable winning device 700, but the upper variable winning device 710 is used. No prize is generated in the open / close execution mode. In other words, by adjusting the operation amount of the game ball launching handle 41 so as to flow down the left route in the open / close execution mode, it is possible to generate a prize in any of the open / close execution modes of the variable winning devices 700 and 710. It will be possible.

As the operating port on the special drawing side in the present embodiment, the first operating port 62 is provided below the variable display unit 67 and above the lower variable winning device 700. Further, a second operating port 63 is provided on the left side of the variable display unit 67 and below the upper variable winning device 710 and the through gate 35.

When a prize is awarded to the first operating port 62, a winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side is performed as in the first embodiment. On the other hand, when a prize is won in the second operating port 63, unlike the first embodiment, the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side is performed instead of the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side. Therefore, in order to clearly distinguish it from the first actuating port 62 and the second actuating port 63 in the first embodiment, in the following description, the first actuating port 62 in the present embodiment is also referred to as the fourth actuating port 720. The second actuating port 63 in the present embodiment is also referred to as a fifth actuating port 730.

Here, the positional relationship between the fifth operating port 730, the upper variable winning device 710, and the through gate 35 will be described with reference to FIG. 63.

The upper variable winning device 710 and the through gate 35 are arranged side by side in the vertical direction with a predetermined gap between them. Specifically, both are arranged so that the central axis of the upper variable winning device 710 and the central axis of the through gate 35 coincide with each other in the vertical direction. A pair of left and right game nails arranged in the horizontal direction are planted between the upper variable winning device 710 and the through gate 35. The distance between the left game nail 69e and the right game nail 69f is arranged so as to be slightly larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball, such as the upper game nail pairs 69a and 69b and the lower game nail pairs 69c and 69d. They are arranged so as to line up on the same vertical line. The distance between the lower end of the upper opening / closing door 710b and the left and right game nails 69e and 69f in the upper variable winning device 710 and the distance between the left and right game nails 69e and 69f and the upper end of the through gate 35 are the diameters of the game balls. It is smaller than the dimension D. Therefore, when the upper opening / closing door 710b of the upper variable winning device 710 is opened, the game ball cannot pass between the upper opening / closing door 710b and the through gate 35, and the through gate 35 is won. Be avoided. On the other hand, when the upper opening / closing door 710b of the upper variable winning device 710 is closed, the game ball flows down in front of the upper opening / closing door 710b, so that the through gate 35 is allowed to win a prize.

The positional relationship between the through gate 35 and the fifth operating port 730 is as described in the first embodiment, and the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 reaches the fifth operating port 730 and is through. The nails 69a to 69b are provided so that the game ball that does not pass through the gate 35 does not reach the fifth operating port 730. Further, the required period from when the game ball passes through the through gate 35 to when it reaches the fifth operating port 730 is also set to be the same as in the first embodiment (0.6 sec).

The fifth actuating port 730 is provided with an electric accessory 66 as in the first embodiment. Then, based on the winning of the through gate 35, the electric accessory 66 is opened almost every time, the point that the winning does not occur even if the electric accessory 66 is normally opened, and the winning of the through gate 35. By setting a long variable display time on the normal map side (10.0 sec variable display time is selected with a probability of 1/1000), the point shifts to the easy winning state, and after shifting to the easy winning state As long as the number of holds is exhausted, the easy-to-win state continues as long as the regular hold replenishment (winning to the through gate 35) occurs, which is the same as the first embodiment. Incidentally, the winning easy state in the present embodiment refers to a state in which winning the fifth operating port 730 is permitted based on the increase in the number of reserved storage numbers FN in the normal figure, and in the third embodiment described above. The second normal gaming state. The same applies to the case where it is expressed as an easy-to-win state in the following explanation. It should be noted that such a winning easy state may also be referred to as a winning assisting state.

Further, in the present embodiment, similarly to the first embodiment, the game times on the first special figure side and the game times on the second special figure side are carried out in parallel at the same time.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when a prize is generated in the fourth operating port 720, the winning / failing lottery for the first special drawing is executed. In addition, when the left route is flowed down to generate a prize for the through gate 35, the prize for the fifth operating port 730 does not normally occur, but the winning is easy for the fifth operating port 730. Will be able to occur. Then, as long as the winning easy state continues, the winning / failing lottery for the second special drawing based on the winning of the fifth operating port 730 will be executed.

The hit / fail determination process for the first special figure (step S701), the distribution determination process for the first special figure (step S703), the hit / fail determination process for the second special figure (step S1101), and the shake for the second special figure. The minute determination process (step S1103) is the same as that of the first embodiment, and if either the 16R probability variation jackpot result or the 16R normal jackpot result is won by the winning / failing lottery on the first special figure side, 16 rounds are performed. Shift to open / close execution mode. In addition, if either the 16R probability variation jackpot result or the 16R normal jackpot result is won by the winning / failing lottery on the second special figure side, the mode shifts to the opening / closing execution mode of 16 rounds, and if the special hit result is won, the opening / closing execution of one round is executed. Move to mode.

However, in the present embodiment, the variable display time of the game times based on the winning / failing lottery for the special drawing is different from the first embodiment and the like. That is, in the present embodiment, in the game round on the first special drawing side, the variable display time is set with reference to the variable display time table of FIG. 19A regardless of the level of the winning / failing lottery mode. On the other hand, in the game round on the second special drawing side, the variable display time is set with reference to the variable display time table of FIG. 19 (d) regardless of the level of the winning / losing lottery mode.

In the present embodiment, the easy-to-win state can be terminated by performing the open / close execution mode. FIG. 64 is a flowchart showing a large winning opening opening / closing process according to the present embodiment. The large winning opening opening / closing process is a process performed in step S1211 in the game state transition process (FIG. 22).

In the present embodiment, first, in step S3101, whether or not any of the large winning openings 700a and 710a is open is determined based on the driving state of the variable winning driving units 700c and 710c. If it is determined that neither of the large winning openings 700a and 710a is open, the process proceeds to step S3102.

In step S3102, it is determined whether or not the round number counter RC is “0”. If it is not "0", it is determined in step S3103 whether or not the open / close timer counter T provided in the various counter areas 633 of the RAM 604 is "0". The open / close timer counter T is a counter for the MPU 602 to grasp the timing of opening / closing the large winning openings 700a and 710a. The value of the open / close timer counter T is decremented by 1 each time the timer interrupt process is started. The case where the open / close timer counter T is determined to be "0" in step S3103 indicates that it is the start timing of the round and the timing at which any of the large winning openings 700a and 710a should be opened. ing. If it is determined in step S3103 that the open / close timer counter T is "0", the opening time setting process is executed in step S3104.

In the opening time setting process, as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 65, in step S3201, it is determined whether or not the opening / closing execution mode this time is based on the jackpot result. If it is based on the jackpot result, in step S3202, a process of inputting a numerical value (15000) corresponding to 30 sec as the upper limit opening time of this round game to the open / close timer counter T is executed. On the other hand, when the open / close execution mode is not based on the jackpot result but is based on the special hit result, in step S3203, the open / close timer is set to a numerical value (900) corresponding to 1.8 sec as the upper limit opening time of this round game. The process of inputting to the counter T is executed. After executing the process of step S3202 or step S3203, the opening time setting process is terminated.

Returning to the description of the large winning opening opening / closing process, in step S3105, the maximum number of winnings for each round is set. In the present embodiment, 10 pieces are set as the upper limit winning number in both the opening / closing execution mode based on the jackpot result and the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result. Specifically, the process of setting "10" in the winning number counter PC provided in the various counter areas 633 of the RAM 604 is executed. These upper limit opening time and upper limit winning number are the same as those in the first embodiment, and in each round based on the jackpot result, winning of the upper limit winning number (10 pieces) of the game ball can be expected, while the special winning result. In the round based on, it is not expected that the maximum number of game balls will be won, and at most three prizes will be generated.

In step S3106, it is determined whether or not the opening / closing execution mode this time is based on the result of the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side. If it is based on the result of the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side, the upper prize winning opening opening process is executed in step S3107. In such a process, the drive control of the upper variable winning drive unit 710c is started so that the upper winning opening 710a is opened, and the upper opening / closing door 710b is switched to the open state. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S3106 that the opening / closing execution mode this time is based on the result of the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side, the lower prize winning opening opening process is executed in step S3108. In such a process, the drive control of the lower variable winning drive unit 700c is started so that the lower large winning opening 700a is opened, and the lower opening / closing door 700b is switched to the open state.

After executing the process of step S3107 or step S3108, the release command is set as an output target to the notification / effect control device 143 in step S3109, and then the large winning opening opening / closing process is terminated. The release command includes information indicating the round game in which the round to be started this time is the round game, as well as information on the large winning openings 700a and 710a to be opened, and the notification / effect control device 143 has received the information. Based on the opening command, the content of the effect corresponding to the round game to be started and the large winning openings 700a and 710a to be opened is determined, and various devices are controlled 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 660 as a display content command. In the display control device 660, the display corresponding to the current round game (for example, the display indicating the number of rounds and the open winning opening) is performed based on the display content command received from the notification / effect control device 143. The symbol display device 75 is displayed and controlled.

If it is determined in step S3101 that any of the large winning openings 700a and 710a is in the open state, the process proceeds to step S3110. In step S3110, the open / close timer counter T becomes “0”, and it is determined whether or not the upper limit opening time has elapsed. When it is determined that the open / close timer counter T is not "0", in step S3111, whether or not the game ball has won a prize in any of the variable winning devices 700 and 710 is detected by the detection sensor 700d for the lower variable winning device 700. And the determination is made based on the detection state of the detection sensor 710d for the upper variable winning device 710. When it is determined that a prize has been generated for any of the variable winning devices 700 and 710, a process of subtracting 1 from the winning number counter PC is executed in step S3112. Then, in step S3113, the winning number counter PC after subtraction becomes "0", and it is determined whether or not the winning of the upper limit winning number has occurred. If it is determined in step S3111 that no winning has occurred, or if it is determined in step S3113 that the maximum number of winnings has not been reached, the large winning opening opening / closing process is terminated as it is.

If it is determined in step S3110 that the upper limit opening time has elapsed, or if it is determined in step S3113 that the upper limit winning number has been won, the large winning opening closing process is executed in step S3114. In the large winning opening closing process, the large winning openings 700a and 710a that are in the open state are determined by the driving states of the variable winning drive units 700c and 710c, and the corresponding variable winning opening driving units 700c and 710c are determined based on the determination result. By terminating the drive control of the 710c, the large winning openings 700a and 710a are closed. Then, in step S3115, a process of subtracting 1 from the round number counter RC is executed, and in step S3116, it is determined whether or not the subtracted round number counter RC becomes “0”.

If the round number counter RC is not "0", the waiting time setting process is executed in step S3117. The waiting time setting process is a period from when the large winning openings 700a and 710a are closed to the next open state, and is a waiting time between round games, a so-called interval period (interval). It is a process to set the time). In the present embodiment, the interval period is set to 0.5 sec, which is shorter than the firing cycle (0.6 sec) of the game ball. More specifically, in step S3117, a process of inputting a numerical value (250) corresponding to 0.5 sec to the open / close timer counter T is executed. Then, in step S3118, the closing command is set as an output target to the notification / effect control device 143, and then the large winning opening opening / closing process is completed. The closing command includes information indicating which round game the round to end this time is, and the notification / effect control device 143 notifies that the round game is completed based on the closing command. The display control device 660 and the like are controlled so as to perform the above.

If it is determined in step S3116 that the round number counter RC is "0", the ending start process is executed in step S3119. In the start process, an ending waiting time 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 open / close timer counter T.

After that, in step S3120, the ending command is set as an output target to the notification / effect control device 143, and then the large winning opening opening / closing process is completed. The notification / effect control device 143 determines the content of the effect corresponding to the opening / closing execution mode to be terminated based on the received ending command, and controls various devices so that the content of the determined effect is executed.

The relationship between the easy-to-win state and the round game in the present embodiment will be described with reference to the timing chart of FIG.

As described above, it is possible to win a prize in the through gate 35 when the upper prize opening 710a is closed, and when the upper prize opening 710a is open, it is not possible to win a prize. The upper prize opening 710a is opened when a big hit result is obtained as a result of the winning or losing lottery on the first special drawing side, and when a big hit result is obtained in the winning or losing lottery on the second special drawing side. If a special winning result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side, the opening / closing execution mode in which the lower prize winning opening 700a is opened is executed.

For example, a case where the upper prize opening 710a is opened at the timing t60 will be described. A game ball that reaches the upper prize opening 710a before the timing t60 does not win the upper prize opening 710a, but may win the through gate 35. If the state before the timing t60 is the easy-to-win state, the winning of the through gate 35 keeps the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure at a certain number, and the easy-to-win state is maintained.

On the other hand, when the upper prize opening 710a is opened at the timing t60, for example, the game ball that reaches the upper prize opening 710a at the timing t61 will win the upper prize entrance 710a. As a result, the prize for the through gate 35 does not occur. Although the game rounds on the normal map side can proceed even during the open / close execution mode, the through gate 35 does not win a prize and the hold is not added, but as the game rounds on the normal map side progresses, it is normal. Only the hold digestion on the figure side is performed.

Here, most of the game balls launched so as to flow down the left route reach the upper prize opening 710a. Therefore, in the round game started at the timing t60, if the firing to the left route is continued, the period obtained by multiplying the firing cycle of the game ball by the upper limit winning number of the round game (hereinafter, also referred to as the shortest continuation period). , 0.6 sec x 10 = 6 sec). That is, the round game started at the timing t60 may end at the timing t63 when the shortest continuation period elapses when the launch to the left route is continued. Then, the shortest continuation period is from the period from the situation where the upper limit number of reserved information on the normal map side is stored (the situation where the normal figure reserved number FN is 4) to the time when the normal figure reserved number FN becomes 0. Is also set to be long.

Specifically, when starting from the situation where the upper limit number (4 pieces) of the reserved information on the Fuzu side is stored, first, the Fuzu game times in the situation where 4 pieces of the reserved information on the Fuzu side are stored. The fluctuation display time of is set to 0.6 sec (FIG. 10), and three pending information are stored after 1.1 sec including the stop display period (0.4 sec) and the support period (0.1 sec). The game round of Fuzu in the situation is started. Most of the variable display time of the game is set to 0.05 sec (Fig. 10), and after 0.55 sec including the stop display period and the support period, two hold information are stored. The Fuzu game round at is started. Similarly, after 0.55 sec, one normal figure game round is started in a situation where one reserved information is stored, and the normal figure game round ends after 0.55 sec. That is, from the situation where the upper limit number of reserved information on the normal map side is stored, if the game round on the normal map side progresses in the situation where the reserved information is not replenished, 1.1 sec + 0.55 sec + 0.55 sec + 0.55 sec = 2.75 sec later. The hold information on the Fuzu side becomes 0, and the game on the Fuzu side is not performed. Even if the hold information on the Fuzu side is replenished immediately after the start of the Fuzu game in a situation where the upper limit number of hold information on the Fuzu side is stored, 4 pieces of hold information are stored in 2.75 sec. After 3.85 sec, which is the sum of 1.1 sec, which is the normal game period in, the game on the normal side is not performed.

That is, when the upper prize opening 710a is opened and the round game is started, in order to end the round game, the upper limit of the reserved information on the normal figure side is stored, so that the normal figure hold memory is stored. It takes a longer period than the period until the number FN becomes 0, and the winning easy state (second normal gaming state) at the timing t62 during the round game is the winning non-easy state (first normal gaming state, (No prize-winning assistance to the fifth operating port 730).

When the current round game ends at the timing t63, an interval period is set, and the next round game starts after the lapse of the interval period. In the present embodiment, the interval period is set to be shorter than the firing cycle (step S3117), and no prize is awarded to the through gate 35 during the interval period. That is, when the upper limit winning number of round games is awarded to the upper prize opening 710a at timing t63 and the round game is completed, the game ball launched next to the game ball has a firing cycle from timing t63. Later, at a certain timing t65, the upper prize opening 710a is reached. Then, at the timing t64, which is the timing before the timing t65, the next round game is started, and the upper prize opening 710a is opened. Therefore, there is no room for replenishing the reserved information on the normal map side during the interval period.

Further, if the launch of the game ball is stopped or the right route is launched instead of the left route during the round game in which the upper prize opening 710a is opened, the round game starts from the above shortest end period (6 sec). Will continue for a long period of time. For example, if there is a period during which the winning of the upper prize opening 710a does not occur during the round game started at the timing t64, the round game has a maximum timing t66 in which the upper limit opening period (30 sec) elapses. It will end at. In this case as well, the number of reserved memory FNs for the normal figure becomes 0 during the round game.

Incidentally, when the round game ends based on the elapse of the upper limit opening period as described above, a prize may occur in the through gate 35 during the interval period. That is, when the round game ends based on the elapse of the upper limit opening period, no prize is given to the upper prize opening 710a at the end timing. Therefore, by adjusting the launch timing of the game ball, during the interval period. The game ball can reach the upper prize opening 710a (timing t67). Then, the reached game ball wins the through gate 35 without winning the upper prize opening 710a. However, since the interval period is shorter than the firing cycle, even if the game ball reaches the upper prize opening 710a during the interval period, it is limited to one ball. As described above, as the round game continues over the upper limit opening period, the winning state is switched to the winning non-easy state. Therefore, depending on the winning of the one ball to the through gate 35, the winning is not easy. It does not switch from the state to the easy-to-win state.

Further, as already described, in the opening / closing execution mode based on the jackpot result, the round game is performed 16 times. Therefore, for example, even if a long variable display time (10 sec, see FIG. 10) is selected in the game times for the reserved information on the normal drawing side stored before the start of the open / close execution mode, the relevant game is concerned. By the end of the open / close execution mode, all holds are exhausted. That is, each round game requires at least 6 sec, and 0.5 sec is set as the interval period. Therefore, if the opening period and the ending period are not included, the opening / closing execution mode of 16 rounds is at least 6 sec × 16 + 0. It will take 5 sec x 15 = 103.5 sec. On the other hand, even if a long variable display time is selected in all the game times performed in the situation where the number of reserved memory FNs is 1 to 3 (FIG. 10), 1.1 sec (when 4 are held). ) + 10.5 sec (when 3 hold) + 10.5 sec (when 2 hold) + 10.5 sec (when 1 hold) = 32.6 sec, and the hold information was replenished immediately after the start of the Fn key game. Even in the case (+1.1 sec), the number of pending information becomes 0 by the end of the open / close execution mode, and the winning state is switched to the winning non-easy state.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the opening / closing execution mode based on the result of the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side is the trigger for the end of the winning easy state (the transition to the winning non-easy state). The flow of the game in the present embodiment using such a configuration will be described with reference to the timing chart of FIG. 67 and the explanatory diagram of each game state of FIG. 68.

If a prize is awarded to the fourth operating port 720 at the timing t70, which is a situation in which the electric accessory 66 is not assisted in winning, the game round on the first special drawing side is started, and at the timing t71. The game round ends. When the game times on the first special figure side started at timing t72 are the big hit results (Note that in FIG. 67, the game times that result in the big hits are indicated by the black arrows, and the games that result in the special hits. The times are indicated by white arrows), and the opening / closing execution mode based on the jackpot result is performed at the upper prize opening 710a. When a prize is awarded to the upper prize opening 710a, a predetermined number (15) of prize balls are paid out. In the opening / closing execution mode, the number of winnings can be obtained by multiplying the upper limit winning number (10 pieces) by the number of rounds (16 times). Therefore, in the opening / closing execution mode, the player has a large number of prize balls (10 pieces). It is possible to receive payouts (× 16 times × 15 pieces = 2400 pieces), and when the opening / closing execution mode ends at the timing t73, the number of balls held is significantly increased.

As already explained, in the situation where the left route is flowed down and the game round on the first special map side is executed, a prize is generated in the through gate 35, and a general drawing based on the prize in the through gate 35 is generated. By selecting a long variable display time in the game times on the side, the game shifts to an easy winning state. For example, if the winning state is changed to the easy winning state at the timing t74, the winning of the fifth operating port 730 will occur, and the game times on the second special drawing side based on the winning of the fifth operating port 730 at the timing t75 will be performed. It will be started.

Most of the game times on the second special map side result in special hits. Then, the opening / closing execution mode of one round based on the special hit result is executed at the lower prize opening 700a. As a result, the opening / closing execution mode of one round is started at the timing t76 at which the game round on the second special figure side started at the timing t75 ends. Further, at the timing t78 when the game round on the second special drawing side, which is started at the timing t77, ends, the opening / closing execution mode for one round is started. In the figure, the start timing on the second special figure side is shown as the same timing as the end timing of the open / close execution mode, but in reality, the second special figure is from the end timing to the winning of the fifth operating port 730. The game round on the side does not start. However, if the winning state is easy as described above, the winning of the fifth operating port 730 will occur relatively early, and the game round on the second special drawing side will be started early after the opening / closing execution mode ends. Will be.

As described above, also in the present embodiment, it is possible to execute the game times on the first special figure side while the game times on the second special figure side are being executed, and the game times on the first special figure side are being executed. 2 It is possible to execute the game times on the special map side. Then, if one of the game rounds is being executed and the other game round is terminated as a result of a game accompanied by a transition to the open / close execution mode, the one game round being executed is forcibly terminated. Therefore, at the timing t76 and timing t78, when the game round on the second special figure side ends as a special hit result, the game round on the first special figure side being executed is forcibly performed on condition that the result is off. It will be terminated. Then, on condition that the reserved information on the first special figure side exists, the game round on the first special figure side is started after the end of the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result.

Then, when it becomes possible to execute the game round on the second special figure side based on the easy winning state as described above, the opening / closing execution mode of one round frequently occurs, and the number of balls held gradually increases. It will be. That is, not only the winning of the fifth operating port 730 is allowed based on the easy winning state, but also the winning ball is obtained by the opening / closing execution mode of one round based on the winning of the fifth operating port 730. It will be possible to move to a state that is advantageous to the player.

Moreover, the game in such an advantageous state can be carried out while continuing the winning easy state. Therefore, in the game, the prize balls (15 pieces x) in the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result are suppressed while suppressing the decrease in the number of balls held by the prize balls (10 pieces) due to the winning of the fifth operating port 730, which frequently occurs. About 3 pieces = about 45 pieces) can be obtained.

When the game round on the second special figure side started at the timing t79 is a big hit result, at the timing t80, the opening / closing execution mode of 16 rounds is executed at the lower big winning opening 700a. Even in the opening / closing execution mode, the player can receive a large amount of prize balls (10 pieces × 16 times × 15 pieces = 2400 pieces), and when the opening / closing execution mode ends at the timing t81, the player can receive a large amount of prize balls (10 pieces × 16 times × 15 pieces = 2400 pieces). This means that the number of balls held has increased significantly.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the game on the second special figure side can be executed based on the easy winning state, and the opening / closing execution mode of the special hit result can be expected (so-called small hit rush). ). Moreover, it can be expected that a big hit result will be obtained even in such a state, and if the big hit result is obtained, it will be possible to obtain a ball in the opening / closing execution mode of 16 rounds. If the jackpot result is based on the lottery on the second special figure side, the winning easy state continues even after that, and it is possible to play the game in a state where the special winning result can be expected.

Moreover, if the jackpot result is a probabilistic jackpot result, it can be expected that the next jackpot result will be obtained at an early stage, so it is possible to obtain a large number of balls by chaining each opening / closing execution mode between the jackpot result and the special hit result. Will be.

On the other hand, as described above, if the player tries to play the game on the side of the second special figure by flowing down the left route, a prize may inevitably occur in the fourth operating port 720, and the first special figure. The games on the side will also be executed in parallel. Then, for example, when a big hit result is obtained in the game round on the first special drawing side started at the timing t82, the opening / closing execution mode by the upper prize winning opening 710a is executed at the timing t83. As a result, although it is permissible to win a prize in the upper prize opening 710a and a large amount of prize balls can be expected to be paid out, the holding information on the general drawing side cannot be replenished due to the opening of the upper prize opening 710a. At the timing t84, the winning easy state shifts to the winning non-easy state.

Then, when the opening / closing execution mode by the above-mentioned upper winning opening 710a ends at the timing t85, the winning of the fifth operating opening 730 does not occur, so that only the game times on the first special drawing side are executed. Become.

In this case, since the high-probability mode is more likely to lead to a big hit result earlier than the low-probability mode, in the configuration in which the lottery on the first special figure side is performed even in the easy-to-win state, the high-probability mode has a low probability. It can be said that a big hit result is obtained in the lottery on the first special figure side earlier than in the mode (see FIG. 68). Then, from the viewpoint of wanting to get a ball based on the jackpot result, it is considered that the player wants to be in the high probability mode, but from the viewpoint of wanting to keep the winning easy state for a long time, the high probability. It is considered that the player wants not to be in the mode or to be in the low probability mode. In other words, it should be in the high-probability mode before the easy-to-win state (non-easy-to-win state, no assistance for winning), or it should be expected to be in the easy-to-win state, and it will not be the high-probability mode after the easy-to-win state. It is possible to realize a novel playability in which the high and low of the jackpot probability and its merits conflict with each other, such as expecting a low probability mode.

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

Based on the easy winning state, it is possible to execute the game round on the second special figure side, and the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result is frequently executed (so-called small hit rush). Will be. In this case, regardless of the lottery result on the 1st special drawing side or the lottery result on the 2nd special drawing side, the information on the normal drawing side is used to make the advantageous state. It is possible to have a novel playability that is significantly different from the conventional gaming machines that are in an advantageous state.

Similar to each of the above-described embodiments, the probability that the winning result is easily obtained in the winning / failing determination process in the normal game round control process does not change in the winning easy state. Further, the opening / closing pattern of the electric accessory 66 in the case of the opening result is not changed. Then, based on the fact that a long variable display time is set as the variable display time on the normal map side, it is possible to increase the number of holdings and the winning is easy. Assuming that the probability of winning / failing judgment and the opening / closing pattern are changed, the transparency of the game is to change the configuration based on the result of the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side (via the opening / closing execution mode). It is considered preferable from the viewpoint of. Based on that premise, if the above-mentioned advantageous state is set by changing the probability of winning / failing judgment or the opening / closing pattern, the configuration will be set to the advantageous state based on the result of the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side. It can be something that does not make much difference from the playability. In that respect, as described above, it is possible to realize a novel playability that is significantly different from the conventional one by setting the advantageous state by the FN of the reserved memory number of the normal figure.

Moreover, regardless of the result of the winning / failing lottery on the special map side, the continuation opportunity of the advantageous state is decided to be carried out in the situation where the number of reserved information on the regular map side is 4, and the end opportunity is set. Since the Fuzu game round is to be carried out in a situation where the number of reserved information on the Fuzu side is 3 or less, the advantageous state is completely independent of the game situation on the special map side. It becomes possible to manage by.

On the other hand, as a result of the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side, a big hit result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side, and when the opening / closing execution mode is executed by the upper variable winning device 710, the holding on the normal drawing side is suspended. It is configured so that it cannot be replenished and the above advantageous state can be terminated. By doing so, it is possible to manage the advantageous state according to the game situation on the normal map side and also relate it to the game situation on the special map side, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game in which both games are performed in parallel. Be done.

The upper variable winning device 710 is arranged on the upstream side of the through gate 35, and the upper variable winning device 710 is opened to limit the winning of the through gate 35. By doing so, it is possible to adjust the increase / decrease of the number of reserved memory FN in the normal figure by controlling the opening / closing of the upper variable winning device 710. That is, as described above, the opening / closing execution mode is shifted to the opening / closing execution mode according to the game result on the special drawing side, and the advantageous state based on the winning easy state is terminated by the opening / closing execution mode. In this way, it is possible to indirectly associate the game situation on the special map side with the advantageous state managed by the game situation on the normal map side.

The interval period of each round game in the open / close execution mode is shorter than the firing cycle of the game ball. As a result, during the interval period of the open / close execution mode carried out by the upper variable winning device 710, the event that the reserved information on the normal drawing side is replenished is suppressed. Specifically, when the round game is completed by winning the maximum number of winnings, the game ball launched next to the game ball that has won the maximum number of winnings will be the upper variable winning device after the interval period has elapsed. When the game reaches 710 and the round game ends due to the lapse of the upper limit opening time, the game ball can reach during the interval period, but the reachable game ball is limited to one ball. As a result, the increase in the number of reserved memory FNs that can occur during the interval period is at most 1, and the advantageous state based on the easy-to-win state can be more reliably terminated.

<First modification in the fourth embodiment>
In this first modification, the distribution table of the winning / failing lottery for the special drawing is different. FIG. 69A shows a distribution table in the first modification. In this first modification, the height of the winning / failing lottery mode is not set, and the jackpot result A and the jackpot result B are set as the jackpot results. Even in this first modification, the so-called high-frequency support mode or electric chew mode in which the electric accessory 66 is opened with high probability is not set.

The jackpot result A is a jackpot result of shifting to the opening / closing execution mode of 16 rounds. The jackpot result B is also a jackpot result of shifting to the opening / closing execution mode of 16 rounds. The jackpot result A and the jackpot result B are different from each other in the jackpot that is set to the open state in the open / close execution mode to be executed. More specifically, in the open / close execution mode based on the jackpot result A, a round game in which the upper prize opening 710a is opened in the predetermined number of rounds is performed, and in the other rounds, the lower prize opening 700a is opened. A game is played. On the other hand, in the open / close execution mode based on the big hit result B, a round game in which the lower big winning opening 700a is opened is performed in each round.

As described above, since the upper prize winning opening 710a is opened, the reserved information on the normal drawing side cannot be replenished. Therefore, the opening / closing execution mode shifted to the winning easy state is based on the jackpot result A. If there is, there is a possibility that the winning easy state will end. On the other hand, even in the open / close execution mode in which the winning easy state is entered, if the jackpot result B is used, the winning easy state can be continued. In that respect, it can be said that the jackpot result B is more advantageous to the player than the jackpot result A.

In the distribution table of the first modification, there are cases where a big hit result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side and a big hit result in the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side. The distribution rate is different from that of the jackpot result B. More specifically, the case where the jackpot result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery on the first special figure side is the jackpot result in the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side. It is set so that the probability of being distributed to the jackpot result A is higher than in the case. More specifically, if a big hit result is obtained in the 1st special drawing side winning / failing lottery, it is distributed to the big hit result A with a 100% probability, and if a big hit result is obtained in the 2nd special drawing side winning / failing lottery. Is distributed to the jackpot result A with a probability of 50%, and is distributed to the jackpot result B with a probability of 50%.

FIG. 69 (b) shows a part of the large winning opening opening / closing process in the first modification.

That is, in the large winning opening opening / closing process in the first modification, the large winning opening selection process (step S3106) up to the lower winning opening opening process (step S3108) and the upper winning opening opening process (step S3107). The configuration is different. Specifically, after setting the winning number counter PC in step S3105, it is determined in step S3301 whether or not the opening / closing execution mode this time is based on the result of the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side. do. Since the opening / closing execution mode based on the result of the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side is the jackpot result A, the upper prize winning opening opening process is performed in step S3302.

On the other hand, when the opening / closing execution mode this time is not based on the result of the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side but the one on the second special drawing side, in step S3303, the opening / closing execution mode this time is the jackpot result A. It is determined whether or not it is based on. If it is based on the jackpot result A, in step S3304, the round number counter RC is "1", and whether or not the round to be started this time is the final round as a branch round which is the predetermined number of rounds. Is determined. In the case of the final round, in step S3302, the upper prize opening opening process is executed. On the other hand, when the open / close execution mode based on the jackpot result A is not the final round (step S3304: NO), or when the open / close execution mode is based on the jackpot result B or the open / close execution mode is based on the special hit result (step S3303). : NO) executes the lower prize winning opening opening process in step S3305.

After executing the process of step S3302 or step S3305, the process of setting the open command as the output target is performed in step S3109, and then the large winning opening opening / closing process is terminated.

Next, an example of the effect in the open / close execution mode in the first modification will be described. FIG. 70A is a flowchart showing a round effect setting process of the open / close execution mode. The round effect setting process is a part of the process that is periodically activated by the notification / effect control device 143, and is a process that is executed during the open / close execution mode.

In step S3401, it is determined whether or not it is the round start timing. If it is not the round start timing, the effect setting process is terminated as it is. If it is the round start timing, in step S3402, it is determined whether or not the opening / closing execution mode this time is based on the jackpot result. The case where the opening / closing execution mode is not based on the jackpot result means that the opening / closing execution mode this time is the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result. In this case, in step S3403, the process of setting the special hit round effect as the current round effect is performed, and then the main round effect setting process is terminated.

Each effect data of the round effect is stored in advance in the round effect data storage area of the ROM 653, and in step S3403, the effect data of the special hit round effect is read from the round effect data storage area, and the effect data is followed. The display control device 660 controls the display effect, the speaker unit 29 produces a sound effect, and the annular lighting unit 26 controls the light emission effect.

As a display effect of the special hit round effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 70 (b), a girl holding a magic wand is displayed by animation or the like. The opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result occurs in the situation where the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side is performed, that is, in the situation where the winning is easy, and in the first advantageous state which is advantageous for the player. Is shown. Then, in the situation where the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side is performed, the subsequent game depends on whether the opening / closing execution mode is performed by the lower prize opening 700a or the opening / closing execution mode is performed by the upper prize opening 710a. The sex changes greatly. Therefore, by showing that the girl can use magic, it is possible to suggest a change in playability and enhance the feeling of excitement of the player.

If it is determined in step S3402 that the open / close execution mode is based on the jackpot result, the process proceeds to step S3404. In step S3404, it is determined whether or not the winning is easy, and whether or not the round to be started this time is a branching round. If it is not easy to win a prize, or if it is not a branch round, the process of setting the normal round effect as the current round effect is performed in step S3405, and then the main round effect setting process is terminated. In step S3405, the effect data of the normal round effect is read from the round effect data storage area, and the display effect by the display control device 660, the sound effect effect by the speaker unit 29, and the light emission by the annular illumination unit 26 are read according to the effect data. Control so that the production is performed.

As a display effect of the normal round effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 70 (c), a state in which a girl holding a magic wand is holding the wand and using magic is displayed by animation or the like. By holding a magic wand over it, the wand shines, but the girl does not cast magic. In other words, the normal round production is a production before using magic. The case where the process of step S3405 is performed means that the winning easy state is not easy at the start of the current round game, or even if the winning easy state is at least in the current round game, the winning easy state does not end. Is. Therefore, it is possible to further enhance the feeling of excitement of the subsequent change in playability by making the production as if magic is being chanted at any moment as described above.

If it is determined in step S3404 that the winning is easy and the branch round is in progress, the process proceeds to step S3406, and it is determined whether or not the opening / closing execution mode this time is based on the jackpot result B. In the open / close execution mode based on the jackpot result B, the current branch round (final round) is executed not at the upper prize opening 710a but at the lower prize opening 700a. Therefore, the easy-to-win state can be continued. Therefore, in step S3407, the process of setting the first special round effect (blessing effect) as the current round effect is performed, and then the main round effect setting process is terminated. In step S3407, the effect data of the first special round effect is read from the round effect data storage area, and the display effect by the display control device 660, the sound effect effect by the speaker unit 29, and the annular illumination unit 26 are read along with the effect data. It is controlled so that the light emission effect etc. is performed by.

As a display effect of the first special round effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 70 (d), a state in which a girl holding a magic stick is transformed into an adult female by magic is displayed by animation or the like. With this effect, the player can understand that the magic has succeeded and can grasp that the easy-to-win state continues.

In step S3406, in the open / close execution mode based on the jackpot result A, the current branch round (final round) is executed not at the lower prize opening 700a but at the upper winning opening 710a. Therefore, the easy-to-win state can be terminated. Therefore, in step S3408, the process of setting the second special round effect (failure effect) as the current round effect is performed, and then the main round effect setting process is terminated. In step S3408, the effect data of the second special round effect is read from the round effect data storage area, and the display effect by the display control device 660, the sound effect effect by the speaker unit 29, and the annular illumination unit 26 are read along with the effect data. It is controlled so that the light emission effect etc. is performed by.

As the display effect of the second special round effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 70 (e), the state of the unfortunate girl is displayed by animation or the like. By the effect, the player can understand that the magic has ended in failure and can grasp that the winning easy state ends.

By doing the above, in the situation where it is possible to make the winning / failing lottery on the 2nd special drawing side based on the easy winning state, the result of the winning / failing lottery on the 2nd special drawing side will be obtained. Based on this, the advantageous state (easy-to-win state) can be terminated. This makes it possible to draw a great deal of attention to the type of result of the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side.

In addition, until the branch round in the open / close execution mode, a round game is performed by the lower prize opening 700a, which can replenish the reserved information on the normal drawing side, and in the branch round, a round game is performed by the upper prize opening 710a. It was made into a structure that could be broken. By doing so, it can be expected that the easy-to-win state does not end until the branch round, and the easy-to-win state does not end even through the open / close execution mode. Then, in the above-mentioned branch round, by branching whether or not the winning easy state ends, it is possible to collect the points of interest and fully enjoy the opening / closing execution mode.

In particular, by setting the branch round as the final round, it is possible to continue the expectation during the open / close execution mode to the rear side, rather than the configuration in which the winning easy state is terminated immediately after the start of the open / close execution mode.

Further, in the branch round, the display screen 75a notifies whether the upper prize opening 710a is opened or the lower prize opening 700a is opened, so that the game effect in the open / close execution mode is achieved. Can be suitably raised.

<Second variant of the fourth embodiment>
In the second modification, the variable display time table referred to in the normal game game is changed based on the transition to the open / close execution mode. FIG. 71A shows a normal diagram variation display time table for the open / close execution mode in the second modification.

In the open / close execution mode, either 6.0 sec, which is a relatively long variable display time, or 0.6 sec, which is a relatively short time, is selected in a situation where the number of FNs held in the normal figure is 4, which is the upper limit. It is supposed to get. Specifically, when the number of holdings is 1 to 3, 0.05 sec, which is the shortest variation display time, is uniformly set. When the number of holdings is 4, the short fluctuation display time is 0.6 sec (hereinafter, also referred to as 4 hour reduction fluctuation), or the long fluctuation display time is 6.0 sec (hereinafter, maintenance 4). (Also called time length fluctuation) is set. The variable display time is configured to be set by the value of the normal map variation type counter C5, but the variable display time may be determined by another counter or another lottery process.

In this second modification, the setting of the upper limit opening time and the setting of the interval time in each round game of the opening / closing execution mode based on the jackpot result are different. FIG. 71B is a flowchart showing the opening time setting process (FIG. 64, step S3104) in this modification.

In this modification, in step S3501, it is determined whether or not the opening / closing execution mode this time is based on the jackpot result. In the open / close execution mode based on the jackpot result, in step S3502, the upper limit opening time of this round game is longer than the product of the upper limit winning number and the firing cycle of the game ball, and is longer than the product of the firing cycle of the game ball, according to the fourth embodiment. Set 8 sec, which is a shorter period than the thing (30 sec) (input "4000" to the open / close timer counter T).

Further, when it is determined in step S3501 that the opening / closing execution mode is based on the special hit result, in step S3503, as in the case of the fourth embodiment, the upper limit opening time of this round game is 1. Set 8 sec (input "900" to the open / close timer counter T). After executing the process of step S3502 or step S3503, the opening time setting process is terminated.

FIG. 71 (c) is a flowchart showing a waiting time setting process (FIG. 64, step S3117) in this modification.

In this modification, in step S3601, it is determined whether or not the open / close timer counter T is more than "250". When the open / close timer counter T is more than "250 (0.5 sec)", at least the round game to be finished this time is not finished by the lapse of the upper limit opening time (step S3110: YES), but the upper limit winning number. It means that it ends by winning a prize (step S3113: YES). In this case, the current interval period is set as the time corresponding to the remaining numerical value of the open / close timer counter T (without inputting a new numerical value in the open / close timer counter T), and the setting process of the standby time is terminated. .. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S3601 that the open / close timer counter T is "250" or less, that is, the round game to be ended this time is ended based on the lapse of the upper limit opening time, or is based on the winning of the upper limit winning number. If the timing is just before the elapse of the upper limit opening time, the interval time this time is set to 0.5 sec (input "250" to the open / close timer counter T), and this standby is performed. The time setting process ends.

The relationship between the progress of the opening / closing execution mode of this modification and the easy-to-win state will be described with reference to the timing chart of FIG. 72.

As already explained, in the normal drawing game times in the open / close execution mode, if the number of pending information is 4, which is the upper limit, the 4 hour reduction fluctuation (0.6 sec) or the 4 hour length fluctuation (6.0 sec). Is set. For example, there is a case where the holding 4 hour shortening fluctuation is set in the Fuzu game time started at the timing t90, and a case where the holding 4 hour length fluctuation is set in the Fuzu game time started at the timing t91. When comparing, the digestion speed of the pending information is different. Specifically, in the case of a 4-hour reduction fluctuation, the timing t91 is 1.1 sec after the timing t90, which is 0.6 sec (variation display time) + 0.4 sec (stop display time) + 0.1 sec (support time). While it is the digestion timing of the next hold information, if it is a 4 hour length fluctuation, it is 6.0 sec (variation display time) + 0.4 sec (stop display time) + 0.1 sec (support time) from timing t91. At a certain timing t94 after a certain 6.5 sec, the next pending information is exhausted.

Further, in this modification, the duration of the round game is a fixed period (8 sec) as the total period of the opening time and the interval period. Therefore, for example, in the round game started at the timing t92, the game ball continuously enters and ends at the timing t93, which is 6.0 sec (the shortest duration), which is the product of the upper limit winning number and the firing cycle. Then, the interval period is set as 2.0 sec, which is the difference between the fixed period and the open period.

For example, the Fuzu game round started at timing t91 is set to have a 4 o'clock length fluctuation, and the round game started at timing t92 has the shortest duration and the upper prize opening 710a is closed. At the timing t93 when the large winning opening 710a is switched to the closed state, the normal drawing game is still continued and the timing of digesting the reserved information has not been reached. Therefore, the easy-to-win state is maintained.

Moreover, the interval period in this case is 2.0 sec as described above, which is longer than the firing cycle of the game ball. Then, at the timing t95 or the like during the interval period, the through gate 35 may be awarded a prize, and the reserved information on the normal drawing side can be replenished during the interval period.

When the next round game is started at the timing t97 after the above interval period elapses, the upper prize opening 710a is opened and the upper prize opening 710a is allowed to win, while the through gate. No prize will be awarded to 35.

If the normal figure game round started at timing t96, which is a timing slightly before timing t97, is set to the 4 o'clock length fluctuation, if the round game is completed in the shortest period as described above. , It is possible to end the round game before the end of the normal game. However, for example, if the launch of the game ball is stopped or the game ball is launched so as to flow down the right route instead of the left route, the round game lasts for a longer period than the shortest duration. continue. Then, for example, although the round game ends at the timing t99, the normal game started at the timing t96 ends at the timing t98, which is a timing earlier than that, and the next pending information is digested. It can be timing.

Moreover, if the round game is not completed in the shortest period as described above, the interval period can be a period (0.5 sec) shorter than the firing cycle (0.6 sec). In this case, even if the round game is completed, the reserved information cannot be replenished during the interval period until the timing t100 when the next round game is started, and only the digestion of the reserved information progresses. At the timing t101, the easy winning state ends.

As described above, according to the present modification, even when the round game is performed by the upper prize opening 710a, the winning easy state can be continued, and the playability of the round game is improved. Moreover, when the round game is performed by the upper prize opening 710a, it is not confirmed that the easy-to-win state will continue, and it is not confirmed that it will end. Depending on the length of the variable display time in the game times on the side, whether or not the easy-to-win state is continued is configured differently. By doing so, the game content of the player is reflected in the presence or absence of the continuation of the easy-to-win state, and it is possible to give the player the feeling that he / she has won the continuation of the easy-to-win state. Therefore, it is possible to suitably increase the degree of attention to the game.

<Third variant in the fourth embodiment>
In this modification, the playability using the relationship between the continuation period of the normal drawing game and the continuation period of the round game, which is shown in the second modification, is reflected in the production. FIG. 73A shows a normal diagram variation display time table for the open / close execution mode in this modification.

In this modification, the variable display time is set to be relatively long and short in 2 to 4 except when the number of reserved information for the normal drawing is 1. Specifically, when the number of reserved information for the normal map is 1, a variable display time of 0.05 sec is uniformly set, and when the variable display time is set, the normal map game is stopped. It is 0.55 sec including the display time (fixed time) and the support time (opening time). On the other hand, when the number of reserved information for ordinary drawings is 2 to 4, a relatively short variable display time of 0.5 sec is set and a relatively long variable display time of 3.0 sec is set. In some cases. Which variation display time is set is determined based on the value of the normal figure variation type counter C5, but it may be configured to determine the variation display time by another counter or another lottery process. .. The normal figure game when the variable display time of 0.5 sec is set is 1.0 sec including the stop display time and the support time, while the normal figure game when the variable display time of 3.0 sec is set. Is 3.5 sec including the stop display time and the support time.

In FIG. 73 (b), the number of reserved information is increased from the situation where the number of reserved information is 4 in the situation where the reserved information on the normal drawing side is not replenished due to the opening of the upper prize opening 710a. It shows the length of time until the winning easy state ends when it becomes 0, and the ratio thereof.

The winning assistance duration, which is the length of time until the winning easy state ends, can be calculated by combining the above variable display times from the situation where the number of pending information is 4. That is, there are four types of lengths of 3.55 sec, 6.05 sec, 8.55 sec, and 11.05 sec, which are 8.4%, 40.0%, 42.0%, and 9.6, respectively. Selected at a rate of%. Also in this variant, as in the second variant, the total length of the open time and interval time of the round game is set as a fixed period, and when the round game is completed in the shortest time, the maximum number of winnings and the firing cycle It is possible to replenish the pending information by shifting to the interval period at 6.0 sec, which is the product of.

That is, if a length of 6.0 sec or more is selected as the winning assistance duration, the reserved information can be replenished during the interval period if the round game is completed in the shortest period. On the other hand, if the winning assistance duration is less than 6.0 sec, even if the round game is completed in the shortest period, the winning assistance duration elapses before the end of the round game, so that it is easy to win. Will be terminated. In addition, even if the winning assistance continuation time is 6.0 seconds or more, if the round game is not completed in the shortest period, the winning assistance continuation time may elapse earlier, and the round game is extended. However, the interval period becomes shorter, and even if the winning assistance duration has not elapsed at the end of the round game, the reserved information for the normal drawing cannot be replenished, and the winning easy state ends in the next round game. there is a possibility.

In this modification, a battle effect is generated during the round game by utilizing the relationship between the progress speed of the normal game and the timing of winning the winning opening 710a.

The battle effect is, for example, a victory effect that suggests that the main character wins and is advantageous to the player after a predetermined effect in which the main character, which is the main character, and the enemy character fight, and the enemy character wins and the main character. It is a production in which one result production is performed from a plurality of result productions including a defeat production that suggests that the character is defeated and is disadvantageous to the player.

More specifically, in the battle production, if the easy-to-win state that had been transferred at the start of the round game is maintained until the end of the round game after the battle between the main character and the enemy character, the main character wins. If the winning effect is executed and the easy-to-win state is completed by the end of the round game, the defeat effect is performed in which the main character is defeated. Therefore, the player can enjoy whether or not the easy-to-win state, which has been transferred at the start of the round game, continues until the end of the round game through the battle between the main character and the enemy character.

FIG. 74 shows the round effect setting process in this modification. As described above, the round effect setting process is one of the periodic processes started in a predetermined cycle, and is a process executed during the open / close execution mode. The above battle effect is set in the round effect setting process. Hereinafter, the details of the battle effect will be described while explaining the processing configuration of the round effect setting process.

In the round effect setting process, first, in step S3701, it is determined whether or not it is the start timing of the round game. When it is the start timing of the round game, in step S3702, it is determined whether or not the round game to be started this time is a round game in which the upper prize opening 710a is opened. Specifically, for example, in the case of the first modification, when the open / close execution mode is based on the jackpot result A and the final round in the open / close execution mode based on the jackpot result B, the affirmation is made in step S3702. It will be judged. In the case of a round game in which a negative determination is made in step S3702 and the lower prize opening 700a is opened, the normal round effect is set in step S3703, and then the main round effect setting process is terminated.

If it is determined in step S3702 that the game is a round game in which the upper prize opening 710a is opened, the process of grasping the normal drawing game status is executed in step S3704. In the process of grasping the status of the Fuzu game, the number of pending information for the current Fuzu, the information on the variable display time when the reserved information is the target of the Fuzu game, and the rest of the current Fuzu game. Information on the variable display time of is grasped, information on whether or not the current state is easy to win, and if it is easy to win, processing is performed to specify the duration of winning assistance.

In step S3705, it is determined whether or not the current state is easy to win based on the processing result of step S3704. If it is not easy to win a prize, the process proceeds to step S3703, the normal round effect is set, and then the main round effect setting process is terminated.

If it is determined in step S3705 that the winning is easy, the HP display setting process is executed in step S3706.

As shown in FIG. 75 (a), when the round game is started and the battle effect is started, first, the battle start effect in which the main character of the soldier holding the weapon is displayed as the main character is executed. do. In the start effect, in addition to the main character, a round display showing the number of rounds to be started and an HP display showing the physical strength of the main character are displayed side by side with the main character. The HP display is composed of a plurality of memories formed by, for example, a heart mark. The heart mark is, for example, a colored state (see FIG. 75 (a), hereinafter also referred to as a colored heart mark) and an uncolored state (see FIG. 77 (b), hereinafter referred to as a non-colored heart mark). It is possible to change to (referred to as), and it is shown that the physical strength of the main character remains by the amount of the colored heart mark, that is, it is difficult to be defeated by the enemy character.

The HP display is set according to the length of the winning assistance duration. That is, it is set so that the longer the winning assistance duration is, the more the physical strength of the main character remains. In step S3706, the HP display at the start of the battle effect is set based on the player HP setting table stored in the ROM 653 and the winning assistance duration specified in step S3704.

In the player HP setting table, as shown in FIG. 73 (c), if the winning assistance duration is less than 3.5 sec, the HP display is set so that 80% will display two colored heart marks. , Set the HP display so that 3 colored heart marks are displayed at 20%. Also, if the winning assistance duration is 3.5 sec or more and less than 6.0 sec, the HP display is set so that 80% will display 3 colored heart marks, and 20% will display 4 colored hearts. Set the HP display so that the mark is displayed. If the winning assistance duration is 6.0 sec or more and less than 8.5 sec, set the HP display so that 50% will display 3 colored heart marks, and 50% will display 4 colored heart marks. Set the HP display so that it is displayed. If the winning assistance duration is 8.5 sec or more and less than 11.0 sec, set the HP display so that 20% will display 3 colored heart marks, and 80% will display 4 colored heart marks. Set the HP display so that it is displayed. Then, if the winning assistance duration is 11.0 sec or more, the HP display is set so that four colored heart marks are displayed with a 100% probability.

After executing the HP display setting process in step S3706, the battle effect is set as the current round effect in step S3707, and then the present effect setting process ends. In step S3707, as a battle effect, the battle start effect is set to be performed first. In the start effect, the HP is displayed based on the current winning assistance duration set in step S3706, the main character is displayed, and the number of rounds is displayed (FIG. 75A).

After the battle start production, as the round game progresses, a battle production is performed in which the main character and the enemy character battle.

In the in-combat effect, as shown in FIG. 75 (b), the display is switched to the line of sight of the main character, and a state in which a plurality of zombies as enemy characters attack the main character is displayed. In the in-battle effect, in addition to the enemy characters, the enemy number display indicating the number of enemy characters is displayed side by side with the enemy characters. In addition, the above HP display is also displayed side by side with the enemy character. The enemy number display is composed of, for example, the number of defeated enemy characters and the number of enemy characters at the start. For example, at the start, the number of enemy characters is 100, the number of defeated enemy characters is 0, and the number of enemies is displayed as "0/100".

The enemy character corresponds to the number of winnings in the upper prize opening 710a, and basically, every time one ball is entered, 10 enemy characters are defeated, and by entering 10 balls, the remaining The number of enemy characters is 0.

Returning to the description of the battle effect setting process, if it is determined in step S3701 that it is not the round start timing, it is determined in step S3708 whether or not the battle effect is in progress. That is, the process of step S3708 determines whether or not the round game in which the battle effect is set is in progress. If a negative determination is made in step S3708, the main round effect setting process is terminated as it is.

If an affirmative determination is made in step S3708, it is determined in step S3709 whether or not the result effect has been set. The result effect indicates a victory effect and a defeat effect, and in step S3709, it is determined whether or not the victory effect or the defeat effect has already been set in the battle effect. If the result effect has already been set, the main round effect setting process is terminated as it is.

If a negative determination is made in step S3709, the process proceeds to step S3710. In step S3710, it is determined whether or not a prize has been awarded to the upper prize opening 710a. It should be noted that this determination may be made with reference to the winning information (command) from the main control device 162. If a prize has been won, the enemy character damage granting process is executed in step S3711. In the enemy character damage granting process, the display content of the enemy number display is updated in response to the winning of the upper prize opening 710a, and the damage granting effect showing how the enemy character is defeated by the corresponding number is displayed on the display screen 75a. Set to be done in. In the damage-giving effect, as shown in FIG. 76 (a), a state in which some of the multiple enemy characters are blown backward is displayed, and "NICE !!" is displayed to congratulate them. Character display is performed. The display content of the enemy number display is updated so that the number of defeated enemy characters is added by 10 each time one ball is won.

In step S3712, it is determined whether or not the winning of the upper prize opening 710a this time is the winning number of the upper limit winning number of the round game. If the winning number is the maximum number of winnings, the battle victory effect is set to be performed on the display screen 75a in step S3713. In the battle victory production, as shown in FIG. 77 (a), a state in which a soldier who is the main character is screaming is displayed, and the character "WIN" indicating that the main character has won is displayed. .. When the battle victory effect is executed, the number of enemies displayed is "100/100" so as to indicate that the number of defeated enemy characters has reached the number of enemy characters at the start. Further, in the HP display, one or more colored heart marks remain in a state indicating that the physical strength of the main character remains. After executing the process of step S3713, the present effect setting process is terminated.

If it is determined in step S3710 that no prize has been awarded to the upper prize opening 710a, or if it is determined in step S3712 that the winning number is not the upper limit winning number, the process proceeds to step S3714. In step S3714, the process of grasping the current normal game situation is executed. Such processing corresponds to step S3705, and includes the number of pending information for the current general map, information on the variable display time when the reserved information is the target of the regular map game, and the current general map. The information of the remaining fluctuation display time of the game times is grasped, and the process of specifying the current prize-winning assistance duration is performed.

In the following step S3715, it is determined whether or not the HP decrease timing is reached. Whether or not the HP decrease timing is determined by the remaining winning assistance duration and the number of colored heart marks displayed. For example, the winning assistance duration at the start of the battle effect is equally divided by the number of colored heart marks displayed at the start, and it is determined that the HP decrease timing is reached each time the equally divided time elapses.

When the HP reduction timing is reached, the HP reduction effect is set in step S3716. In the HP reduction effect, as shown in FIG. 76 (b), one colored heart mark in the HP display is changed to a non-colored heart mark, and the appearance of an enemy character attacking is displayed. To.

After executing the process of step S3716, it is determined in step S3717 whether or not the number of colored heart marks becomes zero. When the number of colored heart marks becomes 0, it means that the winning assistance duration becomes 0 and the winning easy state is completed. In this case, the battle defeat effect is set in step S3718. In the battle defeat production, as shown in FIG. 77 (b), a state in which a soldier who is the main character is lying face down is displayed, and the character "LOSE" indicating that the main character is defeated is displayed. .. In addition, when the battle defeat production is executed, it is clearly shown by the HP display that the main character's physical strength has disappeared before the enemy character is annihilated in this battle production, and this battle production is performed. It is clearly shown by the enemy number display that the number of enemy characters defeated in is not the number of enemy characters at the start.

If a negative determination is made in step S3715 or step S3717, or after the process of step S3718 is executed, the present round effect setting process is terminated.

As described above, according to this modification, the end of the round game based on the winning of the upper prize opening 710a, the replenishment of the reserved information on the Fuzu side based on the winning of the through gate 35, and the game times of the Fuzu side. It will be possible to create a battle production that reflects the progress of the game, and it will be possible to realize a novel game production.

More specifically, in the round game at the time of battle production, by generating a prize in the upper prize opening 710a and ending the round game at an early stage, the easy-to-win state continues and the battle production is a victory production. It becomes easy to become. On the other hand, if the holding information on the Fuzu side is small or the fluctuation display time in the game times on the Fuzu side is short, and the game on the Fuzu side progresses quickly, the easy-to-win state ends and the battle is produced. Is likely to be a defeat production. And, whether the battle production is a victory production or a defeat production is determined by the balance of the progress of both games, so unlike the so-called finished race-like production in which victory and defeat are decided in advance, the battle production is always performed. It will be possible to entertain the whereabouts.

In the above modification, the battle effect is performed in the predetermined round game in the open / close execution mode. However, for example, the battle effect may be performed in a plurality of round games, or the battle effect may be performed in all round games. The battle production may be performed. In the above configuration, since the through gate 35 may be awarded at least during the interval period, the reserved information on the normal drawing side can be supplemented. Then, for example, if the round game in which one battle effect is performed ends as a victory effect while reducing the HP, the HP is recovered by winning the through gate 35 during the interval period. Is also possible. By doing so, ending the round game at an early stage is associated with making it easier to win in the battle production in the round game, and also associating it with making it easier to win in the battle production in the next round game. This makes it possible to further improve the playability of the open / close execution mode in which a plurality of round games are performed.

In addition, in the round game where the battle production is not performed, the opening / closing control is performed by the lower prize opening 700a instead of the upper prize opening 710a, and in the round game where the battle production is not performed, the pending information on the normal side. It is also possible to perform the replenishment of the above HP and perform the effect of replenishing the above HP.

<Fourth Modification Example in the Fourth Embodiment>
In this modification, the positional relationship between the upper variable winning device 710 and the through gate 35 is different from that of the fourth embodiment. FIG. 78 is a diagram showing an outline of the above-mentioned positional relationship in this modified example.

In this modification, the distance between the lower end of the upper opening / closing door 710b in the upper variable winning device 710 and the through gate 35 is larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. Therefore, even if the upper opening / closing door 710b stands up against the game board 60 and the upper winning opening 710a is opened, the game ball can pass between the upper opening / closing door 710b and the through gate 35, and the through gate can be passed. A ball entering the 35 can occur.

Below the upper variable winning device 710, a left guide nail group 69 g and a right guide nail group 69 h are provided so as to be inclined downward toward the through gate 35. The left and right guide nail groups 69g and 69h are composed of a plurality of nails, and the distance between the respective nails in the guide nail groups 69g and 69h is smaller than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. Therefore, the game ball is guided toward the through gate 35 without slipping through between the left and right guide nail groups 69g and 69h and falling.

In this case, for the game ball that has reached the upper variable winning device 710, the first route R1 for winning the upper large winning opening 710a and the upper large winning opening 710a are closed on condition that the upper large winning opening 710a is in the open state. Guided by the second route R2, which flows down in front of the upper opening / closing door 710b and wins a prize at the through gate 35, and the left and right guide nail groups 69g, 69h regardless of the state of the upper opening / closing door 710b. It passes through one of the third route R3, which wins a prize at the through gate 35, and the third route R3. In the third route R3, when the upper opening / closing door 710a is in the open state, after rolling on the upper opening / closing door 710b, the ball spilled from the upper opening / closing door 710b instead of the upper opening / closing door 710a is left and right. It is a route guided to the through gate 35 by the guide nail group 69g, 69h.

By doing the above, even when the upper prize opening 710a is open, there is room to win the through gate 35, and the reserved information on the normal side can be replenished during the round game. It will be possible. As a result, even when a round game is performed in which the upper prize opening 710a is open, the winning assistance duration can be replenished during the round game, making it difficult to end the winning easy state. It becomes possible.

However, since the third route R3 is a route through which the ball spilled from the upper opening / closing door 710b passes when the upper prize opening 710a is open, the upper prize opening 710a is opened. , The winning rate to the through gate 35 decreases. That is, most of the game balls that have reached the upper variable winning device 710 win the upper prize opening 710a, and some of them win the through gate 35. For example, among the game balls that have reached the upper variable winning device 710 when the upper prize opening 710a is open, the ratio of the game balls that win the upper prize opening 710a and the game balls that win the through gate 35. Is set to be 5 to 1. In this case, two balls can win the through gate 35 by the time the round game in which the upper prize opening 710a is opened (by the time 10 balls are won). With such a relationship, by performing a round game with the upper prize opening 710a, it is possible to cause a case where the easy winning state ends and a case where the easy winning state does not end, and the easy winning state does not end easily. It is possible to improve the playability of the round game by the upper prize opening 710a while avoiding the inconvenience that the ball ejection rate rises.

<Fifth variant of the fourth embodiment>
In this modification, the configuration for changing the winning rate to the through gate 35 is different from the fourth embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 79, a movable accessory 820 is provided above the through gate 35 instead of the upper variable winning device 710. The movable accessory 820 is fitted into an opening 821 in which the game board 60 is opened in the front-rear direction, and as shown in FIG. 79 (b), the front surface thereof is substantially flush with the front surface of the game board 60. As shown in FIG. 79 (c), it is possible to displace the state and the protruding state protruding from the game board 60. A movable accessory driving unit 830 is connected to the movable accessory 820. More specifically, the movable accessory drive unit 830 is provided with a gear 831, and the gear 831 and the gear 822 on the movable accessory 820 side are meshed with each other. Then, when the movable accessory drive unit 830 is controlled and the gear 831 rotates, the movable accessory 820 operates through the gear 822 and is displaced between the retracted state and the protruding state. The movable accessory drive unit 830 is connected to the main control device 162, and the movable accessory 820 is periodically displaced between the retracted state and the protruding state. Although this operation cycle is arbitrary, for example, by setting the cycle to be shorter than the firing cycle of the game ball, it is possible to make it difficult to aim at the situation of being in the retracted state or the situation of being in the protruding state.

When the movable accessory 820 is in a protruding state, the distance between the lower end of the movable accessory 820 and the upper end of the through gate 35 is smaller than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. Therefore, when the movable accessory 820 is in the protruding state, the through gate 35 does not win a prize. On the other hand, when the movable accessory 820 is in the retracted state, the movable accessory 820 does not become a barrier for winning the through gate 35, and the through gate 35 is won. That is, it can be said that the movable accessory 820 can be displaced between a state in which the through gate 35 is allowed to win a prize and a state in which the through gate 35 is restricted from winning. Then, the winning rate to the through gate 35 can be changed depending on the state displacement and the operation cycle of the movable accessory 820.

The front surface of the movable accessory 820 may be formed so as to incline toward the back, for example, toward the upper side. By doing so, in a situation where the game ball exists in front of the movable accessory 820, it is possible to release the game ball when the movable accessory 820 changes from the retracted position to the protruding position. ..

<Sixth variant in the fourth embodiment>
In this modification, the configuration of the movable accessory in the fifth modification is different.

As shown in FIG. 80, a rotating body 800 is provided as a movable accessory in this modification. The rotating body 800 has a columnar shape extended forward, and is along a plane parallel to the front surface of the game board 60 with a rotation axis 801 standing up from the front surface of the game board 60 toward the front as a rotation center axis. It is said to be rotatable. A drive unit (not shown) is connected to the rotating body 800, and the driving unit is driven and controlled by the main control device 162, so that the rotating body 800 rotates periodically.

The thickness of the rotating body 800 toward the front of the game board 60 is larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. The distance between the lower end of the rotating body 800 and the through gate 35 is smaller than the diameter dimension D of the game ball.

On the peripheral surface of the rotating body 800, an accommodating portion 810 in which a part of the rotating body 800 is recessed larger than the diameter dimension D of the gaming ball is formed, and the accommodating portion 810 can accommodate the gaming ball. The accommodating section 810 can accommodate a predetermined number (1) of game balls.

That is, when the game ball falls from above to the rotating body 800 in a situation where the accommodating portion 810 is arranged upward, the gaming ball is received by the accommodating portion 810 and is accommodated in the accommodating portion 810. When the rotating body 800 rotates and the accommodating portion 810 is arranged downward and above the through gate 35, the game ball accommodated in the accommodating portion 810 falls toward the through gate 35 and the game ball is concerned. Wins the through gate 35.

By doing so, the winning of the through gate 35 can be periodically generated by the rotation cycle of the rotating body 800. In this case, by adjusting the rotation cycle, the winning cycle to the through gate 35 can also be adjusted, and the design can be easily performed when designing the transition to the winning easy state.

By setting the rotation cycle of the rotating body 800 to about one-fourth (one-folder of the upper limit of hold) of the long fluctuation display time set at low frequency in the game times on the normal drawing side, the long fluctuation display time is set. When is set, it is possible to set the normal figure hold storage number FN to 4, which is the upper limit.

Further, by making the above configuration, it is possible to generate a prize in the through gate 35 at a timing different from the arrival timing depending on the period during which the rotating body 800 rotates. Thereby, for example, by applying this configuration to the configuration having the above-mentioned upper variable winning device 710, it is possible to make the through gate 35 win a prize for the game ball reached before the start of the round game during the round game. It is possible to change the continuity of the easy-to-win state.

<Fifth Embodiment>
In the present embodiment, a ball entry portion that triggers the acquisition of the reserved information on the normal drawing side is separately provided in addition to the through gate 35. FIG. 81 is a front view showing the configuration of the game board 60 in the present embodiment. The game board 60 of the present embodiment has the same basic configuration as the game board 60 of the first embodiment, and the same reference numerals are given to the same configurations as those of the first embodiment. It will be shown and the description thereof will be omitted.

In the present embodiment, the second through gate 850 is provided on the left side of the variable display unit 67 and on the downstream side of the through gate 35 and the second operating port 63. The second through gate 850 has the same configuration as the through gate 35, and is a passing type entry portion in which the entered game ball is discharged to the game area PE again. Then, in the present embodiment, not only when the game ball wins the through gate 35, but also when the game ball wins the second through gate 850, the holding information on the normal drawing side is acquired.

The game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 and has flowed down in front of the second operating port 63 is sorted by a nail 69 or the like by a route toward the second through gate 850 and a route not toward the second through gate 850. As for the distribution rate, for example, there are more cases where the distribution is to a side different from the second through gate 850 than when the distribution is to the second through gate 850 side.

The distribution rate to the route to the second through gate 850 is arbitrary, but for example, it is distributed to the second through gate 850 with a probability of 1/200 and the second through gate has a probability of 199/200. The configuration is such that it cannot be distributed to 850.

With the above configuration, the game ball is launched so as to flow down the left route, and in a situation where a prize can be periodically given to the through gate 35, the event of winning the second through gate 850 can be caused. Can be caused. As a result, not only when a long variable display time is selected in the game round on the normal drawing side based on the winning of the through gate 35 to shift to the winning easy state, but also by winning the second through gate 850. It becomes possible to generate a game ball that reaches the electric accessory 66 at the opening timing of the electric accessory 66, and a prize can be generated in the second operating port 63. That is, if the game round based on the winning of the through gate 35 is being executed at the timing when the winning of the second through gate 850 occurs, or if the support state based on the winning of the through gate 35 is in progress, the drawing is suspended. The memory number FN is 1. Then, the next Fuzu game round will be started without waiting for the winning of the through gate 35, and the cycle of the Fuzu game will be changed (FIG. 27). By doing so, it is possible to win a prize in the second operating port 63 in the normal gaming state (first normal gaming state) before the winning easy state (second normal gaming state), and the interest is improved.

In other words, in the present embodiment, in the first embodiment, the winning rate to the second operating port 63 is changed by a lottery based on the numerical information of setting the variable display time on the normal drawing side. The winning rate to the second operating port 63 can be changed depending on the flow mode of the game ball. By doing so, it is expected that the game ball will be distributed to the route (advantageous route) toward the second through gate 850, and the game property of enjoying the flow mode of the game ball will be added.

In the above configuration, one second through gate 850 is provided as an opportunity to acquire the reserved information on the normal drawing side other than the through gate 35, but a plurality of second through gates 850 may be provided. For example, four through gates are arranged so as to be connected vertically so that when passing through the first through gate, passage to all four through gates occurs. By setting the interval between these plurality of through gates to be an interval at which the game ball can flow down in a time shorter than the cycle of the normal figure game, the normal figure reserved memory number FN is 4 by passing through the plurality of through gates. It will increase by one. As a result, it is possible to shift to a winning easy state when passing through the plurality of through gates.

In the above case, more specifically, if a normal game based on winning a single through gate 35 is executed when passing through four consecutive through gates, the normal number reserved memory number FN Will be 4 pieces, and it will be easy to win a prize. On the other hand, when passing through the four consecutive through gates, the normal game based on the winning of the single through gate 35 is not executed, or when passing through the four consecutive through gates, a single game is performed. When the game based on the winning of the through gate 35 is completed (before the winning of all the consecutive through gates is completed, the hold based on the winning of one of the consecutive through gates is held. (When the information is digested), the number of FNs reserved for the normal map at the time when all the consecutive through gates have been won is 3 and the winning state is not easy as it is. In this case, depending on the timing at which the succeeding game ball wins the single through gate 35, the number of FNs reserved for the normal drawing at the time of winning may be 4 or 3, and the winning state is easy. There will be cases where it is possible to continue and cases where it is not possible. Therefore, it is possible to pay attention to the winning timing to the continuous through gate and the winning timing to the through gate 35, and to improve the playability.

By setting the number of continuous through gates to 5 or more, it is possible to ensure the continuity of the winning easy state by passing one pass.

<First modification in the fifth embodiment>
In this modification, a first route in which one reserved information on the normal map side is acquired and a second route in which a plurality of reserved information are acquired are provided. FIG. 82 is a diagram conceptually showing the winning route to the winning section where the reserved information on the normal drawing side is acquired in this modified example.

The game area PE is provided with a passage wall 860 for forming the first route and the second route. The passage wall 860 is erected forward from the game board 60, and is attached to the front surface of the game board 60 as a resin plate-shaped wall portion. The passage wall 860 may be formed by a plurality of nails 69.

Of the passage walls 860, the first passage wall 861 and the second passage wall 862 are arranged so as to extend in the vertical direction at intervals larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball, and the first passage wall 861 and the first passage wall 862. A game ball can pass between the two passage walls 862. The second passage wall 862 is shorter than the first passage wall 861. Then, below the second passage wall 862, the third passage wall 863 is continuous on the virtual extension line of the second passage wall 862 with a distance larger than the diameter dimension D between the second passage wall 862 and the game ball. The first route R1 is provided by a region passing between the first passage wall 861 and the second passage wall 862 and a region passing between the first passage wall 861 and the third passage wall 863. It is formed.

A distribution valve 867 is provided between the second passage wall 862 and the third passage wall 863. The distribution valve 867 forms a first state that forms a surface continuous with the second passage wall 862 and the third passage wall 863, and a surface that intersects the second passage wall 862 and the third passage wall 863, and the first state is formed. It can be displaced to the second state where the distance from the passage wall 861 is smaller than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. The distribution valve 687 is rotatable about the rotation shaft 868, and is rotation-controlled by a drive unit (not shown) from the first state to the second state or from the second state to the first state.

From the lower end of the second passage wall 862 and the upper end of the third passage wall 863, the fourth passage wall 864 and the fifth passage wall 865 are separated by the diameter dimension D of the game ball as wall portions that are continuous diagonally downward. It is provided. Then, the second route R2 is formed by the region passing between the first passage wall 861 and the second passage wall 862 and the region passing between the fourth passage wall 864 and the fifth passage wall 865. When the distribution valve 867 is in the second state, the game ball can pass through the second route R2.

A through gate 35 is provided on the downstream side of the distribution valve 867 in the first route R1. Further, a third through gate 851 and a fourth through gate 852 are provided on the downstream side of the distribution valve 867 in the second route R2. The third through gate 851 and the fourth through gate 852 are both pass-through type winning portions from which the reserved information on the normal drawing side is acquired. Further, the distance between the third through gate 851 and the fourth through gate 852 is smaller than the diameter dimension D of the game ball.

The electric accessory in this modification is formed wider than the electric accessory 66, and includes a game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 and a game ball that has passed through the third through gate 851 and the fourth through gate 852. However, both can be won. That is, the electric accessory 870 in this modification is provided at a position where the game ball flowing down from the first route R1 is received and at a position where the game ball flowing down from the second route R2 is received.

As a distribution mode of the distribution valve 867, for example, the displacement operation of displacement from the first state to the second state and then to the first state is performed in a predetermined predetermined cycle, which is not shown above. The drive unit is driven and controlled. It is preferable that the drive control of the drive unit is performed by the main control device 162.

Then, the game ball is distributed to the first route R1 and the second route R2 by the displacement operation of the distribution valve 867, and a prize is won in the through gate 35 and the third through gate 851 and the fourth through gate 852. There will be cases where a prize is won. That is, it has a first route R1 in which one reserved information on the normal map side is acquired and a second route R2 in which two reserved information on the normal map side is acquired, and which route is assigned to the route. , The configuration is realized by the distribution of the distribution valve 867. The distribution rate by the distribution valve 867 is arbitrary, but it is preferable that the first route R1 is easier to distribute than the second route R2. In this modification, for example, the second route has a probability of 1/200. It is configured to be distributed to R2 and distributed to the first route R1 with a probability of 199/200.

By doing so, it is possible to make the number of acquired information on the normal map side different depending on the route through which the game ball passes. As a result, it is possible to cause a case where the reserved information on the normal drawing side is increased by one and a case where the reserved information is increased by two, and it is possible to diversify the mode of transition to the easy-to-win state.

<Second modification in the fifth embodiment>
In this modification, the distribution modes of the plurality of normal map reservation acquisition routes in the first modification are different.

As conceptually shown in FIG. 83, for example, the game area PE is provided with a rolling portion 880 having a rolling surface 881 on which the game ball can roll. The rolling surface 881 has a function as a so-called crune formed in a flat shape or a bowl shape, for example. The rolling unit 880 is provided, for example, with a passage region (warp passage) through which the game ball flowing down the left route passes relatively infrequently, and is provided at a position where the game ball passing through the passage region is derived.

The rolling unit 880 is provided with a plurality of drop ports from which the game ball rolling on the rolling surface 881 falls from the rolling surface 881. The drop opening is formed as an opening slightly larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. When the game ball falls from the first drop port 882, which is a kind of drop port, it passes through, for example, the first lead-out passage 891 formed of resin or the like and is discharged to the game area PE, for example, below the variable display unit 67. Derived to. On the other hand, when the game ball falls from the second drop port 883, which is a kind of drop port, it passes through the second lead-out passage 892 and is discharged to the game area PE. Further, when the game ball falls from the third drop port 884, it passes through the third lead-out passage 893 and is discharged to the game area PE. The discharge destinations from the first lead-out passage 891, the second lead-out passage 892, and the third lead-out passage 893 may be the same region or different regions.

A through gate 35 is provided in the first lead-out passage 891. On the other hand, the second lead-out passage 892 is provided with a fifth through gate 853 and a sixth through gate 854. Further, the third lead-out passage 893 is provided with a seventh through gate 855, an eighth through gate 856, and a ninth through gate 857. The fifth through gate 853 to the ninth through gate 857 are all pass-through type winning sections from which the reserved information on the normal drawing side is acquired.

That is, when the game ball rolling on the rolling unit 880 falls from the first drop port 882 and passes through the first route R1 by the first lead-out passage 891, one hold information on the normal drawing side is acquired. On the other hand, when the game ball rolling on the rolling unit 880 falls from the second drop opening 883 and passes through the second route R2 by the second lead-out passage 892, two hold information on the normal drawing side is acquired. Then, when the game ball rolling on the rolling unit 880 falls from the third drop opening 884 and passes through the third route R3 by the third lead-out passage 893, three hold information on the normal drawing side is acquired.

That is, the number of reserved information to be acquired differs depending on which drop port 882 to 884 the game ball rolling on the rolling section 880 falls. As the number of reserved information to be acquired increases, it becomes easier to win a prize. Therefore, it can be said that the advantages of the drop ports 882 to 884 are different. As a result, the degree of attention to the game ball rolling on the rolling surface 881 of the rolling portion 880 can be suitably increased.

On the other hand, since the game ball is rolled on the rolling surface 881 and then dropped from any of the drop ports 882 to 884, the rolling period can be lengthened. That is, the period from the acquisition of the reserved information on the normal map side to the acquisition of the next reserved information on the normal map side can be long. More specifically, the hold information acquired by the previously dropped game ball may be digested while the subsequent game ball is rolling on the rolling surface 881. Then, it can be said that the rolling surface 881 has a function of making the acquisition timing of the reserved information different from the arrival timing. Therefore, for example, even if the player drops the information from the third drop opening 884 to acquire three reserved information, if the subsequent acquisition timing of the reserved information is late, the number of reserved information will not be four and the winning will not be easy. By doing so, it becomes a game property that utilizes the relationship between the period in which the game ball rolls on the rolling surface 881 and the drop ports 882 to 884 that fall after the rolling, and the flow mode of the game ball is described above. It is possible to improve the interest of the game by linking it well with the setting of the easy-to-win state.

<Third variant in the fifth embodiment>
In this modification, the second through gate 850 is arranged directly above the through gate 35. FIG. 84 is a front view showing the game board 60 of this modified example. Also in this modification, the same configurations as those of the above-described embodiments are designated by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted.

The second through gate 850 and the through gate 35 are arranged so that the central axes coincide with each other in the vertical direction, and the distance between the second through gate 850 and the through gate 35 is larger than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. It's getting smaller. Therefore, the game ball that has passed through the second through gate 850 passes through the through gate 35, and the game ball that does not pass through the second through gate 850 is set so as not to pass through the through gate 35.

Regarding the distance between the second through gate 850 and the through gate 35, more specifically, the game ball passing through the second through gate 850 passes through the through gate 35 in a time shorter than the cycle of the normal game. A through gate 850 and a through gate 35 are arranged. Therefore, when the holding information on the Fuzu side is acquired based on the winning of the second through gate 850, the winning of the through gate 35 occurs before the Fuzu game based on the holding information is completed. The pending information is acquired. In addition, since the structure is such that when a prize is generated in the second through gate 850, a prize is always generated in the through gate 35. Therefore, in the following description, the second through gate 850 and the through gate 35 are continuously combined. It is also referred to as a through, and the winning of the continuous through is also referred to as a continuous through winning.

FIG. 85 (a) shows a normal figure hit / miss table in this modified example.

In this modification, the winning / failing lottery on the normal drawing side has a probability of 500/1000 for an open result, and a probability of 500/1000 for a missed result. That is, unlike each of the above-described embodiments in which most of the results are open, half of them are open.

In this modification, the normal figure variation display time table referred to in the normal figure game round is switched based on the fact that a predetermined switching condition is satisfied. The predetermined switching condition is, for example, that a big hit result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side, and the switching of the normal figure variation display time table is performed based on the end of the opening / closing execution mode. Further, in this modification, the normal map variation display time table for the first state shown in FIG. 85 (b) and the normal map variation display time table for the second state shown in FIG. 85 (c) are provided. There is.

When the normal map variation display time table for the first state is referred to and the normal map game round is executed, the normal map variation display time table (FIG. 10 (b)) in the first embodiment is selected. The variable display time is the same. On the other hand, the stop display time as the definite display is different from that of the first embodiment, and a time shorter than the stop display time (0.4 sec) of the first embodiment is set. Specifically, a different stop display time is set depending on the result of the normal figure winning / failing lottery, and when the normal figure reserved storage number FN is 1 to 3, the open result is 0.125 sec. The stop display time is set, and when the number of reserved storage numbers FN is 1 to 3, the stop display time of 0.225 sec is set when the result is out of order. Further, when the normal figure holding memory number FN is 4, the stop display time of 0.4 sec is set when the open result is obtained, and when the normal figure reserved storage number FN is 4, the result is 0. The stop display time of .5 sec is set.

That is, the stop display time is set to be longer in the case of a disengagement result by the opening time (0.1 sec) in which the electric accessory 66 is in the open state, and as a result, the lottery for winning or failing the drawing is performed. Regardless of the result, the execution time of the Fuzu game (Fuzu game time) is set to be the same time with the same number of holds. Specifically, when the number of FNs held in the normal map is 1 to 3, most of the normal game time is 0.275 sec, and rarely 10.225 sec. Further, when the number of reserved memory FNs is 4, the game time of the game is 1.1 sec.

As described above, in this modification, the through gate 35 is also won along with the winning of the second through gate 850. Then, in the normal time when the FN of the reserved memory number FN is 1 to 3, the game time of the game is 0.275 sec, and the total game time based on the winning of both through gates 850 and 35 is 0. It will be 55 sec. That is, the two times of the normal game time is the same as the one time of the normal game when the FN of the reserved memory number FN is 1 to 3 in the first embodiment, and the game ball is launched. The time is shorter than the cycle. In this case, it goes without saying that the game ball that has won the second through gate 850 does not reach the electric accessory 66 by the time the electric accessory 66 is opened, and the game ball wins the through gate 35 and the prize is won. By the time the electric accessory 66 is released, the electric accessory 66 will not be reached. As a result, no prize is generated in the second operating port 63, and even if the subsequent game ball wins in the second through gate 850, the normal figure reserved memory number FN only repeats 0 and 1, which is the same. The above increase cannot be expected.

When 10.0 sec, which is a time longer than the firing cycle, is selected as the variable display time selected with a relatively low probability in the situation where the FN of the reserved memory number of the normal figure is 1 to 3, After that, it becomes possible to easily reach the upper limit of the number of reserved memory FNs of the normal figure, and it is possible to shift to the easy-to-win state in which the number of reserved memory FNs of the normal figure is kept at 4, which is the upper limit. This has the difference that even based on the winning of the second through gate 850, it is possible to shift to the winning easy state at an early stage by the amount that the hold information is acquired, but a long variable display time is selected. By doing so, the configuration of increasing the number of reserved memory FNs is common to the first embodiment.

In the first state, in the situation where the FN of the reserved memory number FN is 4, the game time of the normal figure is 1.1 sec. In this case, as in the first embodiment, the situation where the timing of reaching the electric accessory 66 and the timing of opening the electric accessory 66 overlap at a rate of about 1 in 10 balls. It will occur. Since the above-mentioned Fuzu game time is longer than the firing cycle, as long as a regular prize is awarded to the second through gate 850, the Fuzu hold memory number FN repeats 4 and 3, and the winning easy state is continued. To.

However, as described above, in this modified example, the probability of an open result in the normal drawing winning / failing lottery is halved. Therefore, in the first state, when the winning state becomes easy, the winning of the second operating port 63 is substantially performed at a ratio of about 1 ball in about 20 balls.

On the other hand, when the normal figure variation display time table for the second state is referred to and the normal figure game round is executed, as shown in FIG. 85 (c), the normal figure reserved storage number FN is 1 to 2. In the case of, the variable display time and the stop display time are set so that most of them are 0.275 sec and rarely 10.225 sec, as in the case where the normal game time is in the first state. That is, when the normal figure reservation number FN is 1 to 2, the normal figure reservation number FN only repeats 0 and 1 until the normal figure game time of 10.225 sec is reached, as in the first state. However, no further increase can be expected. Then, the normal figure game time of 10.225 sec makes it possible to increase the normal figure hold storage number FN.

When the normal figure hold storage number FN is 3, the fluctuation display time is set to 0.3 sec, the stop display time is set to 0.4 sec when it is an open result, and 0 when it is an off result. .5 sec is set. Therefore, when the FN of the reserved memory number FN is 3, the game time of the game is 0.8 sec, which is longer than the firing cycle.

When the normal figure hold storage number FN is 4, the fluctuation display time is set to 0.075 sec, the stop display time is set to 0.125 sec when the result is open, and 0 when the result is off. .225 sec is set. Therefore, when the FN of the reserved memory number FN is 4, the game time of the game is 0.3 sec, which is shorter than the firing cycle.

That is, in the situation where the normal map variation display time table for the second state is referred to, the variation display time of 10.0 sec is selected to increase the normal map reserved storage number FN, for example, the normal map reserved storage number FN. When becomes 4, since the normal figure game time shorter than the firing cycle is set, the normal figure game ends before the subsequent game ball wins the second through gate 850, and the normal figure hold memory number. The normal game will be started in the situation where the FN is 3. In the situation where the FN of the Fuzu hold memory is 3, the Fuzu game time is set longer than the firing cycle, so the second through is performed at the timing before the end of the Fuzu game. A prize will be awarded to Gate 850. When a prize is generated in the second through gate 850, a prize is also generated in the through gate 35 in succession, so that the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is increased by 2 to 4. Then, again, a 0.3 sec fuzu game in a situation where the fuzu hold memory number FN is 4, and a 0.8 sec fuzu game in a situation where the fuzu hold memory number FN is 3 are executed. At the same time, the information on holding the Fn key will be replenished based on the winning of the second through gate 850.

Then, when a situation occurs in which the arrival timing of the game ball to the electric accessory 66 and the timing at which the electric accessory 66 is opened overlap with each other, a prize is generated in the second operating port 63, which is the second state. It will be easy to win a prize in. In this case, in the winning easy state, the number of normal drawing games per unit time is larger than in the first state. Specifically, since the total of the 0.3 sec Fuzu game and the 0.8 sec Fuzu game is equal to 1.1 sec, which is the game time of the Fuzu game in the easy-to-win state in the first state. In the easy-to-win state in the second state, the normal drawing game is executed about twice as many times per unit time as in the easy-to-win state in the first state.

As a result, in the second state of easy winning, the situation where the timing of the game ball reaching the electric accessory 66 and the timing of opening the electric accessory 66 overlap is the state of easy winning in the first state. It will occur about twice as often, and will occur at a rate of about 1 in 5 balls.

However, as described above, in this modified example, the probability of an open result in the normal drawing winning / failing lottery is halved. Therefore, in the second state, when the winning state becomes easy, the winning of the second operating port 63 is substantially performed at a ratio of about 1 ball out of 10 balls.

In addition, since the holding information may be replenished during the execution of the Fuzu game in the situation where the Fuzu holding memory number FN is 3, in the second state where the winning is easy, the Fuzu holding storage number FN The number of executions of the Fuzu game started in the situation where is 4 is larger than that of the Fuzu game started in the situation where the Fuzu hold memory number FN is 3. Therefore, when comparing the easy-to-win state in the first state and the easy-to-win state in the second state, the number of easy-to-win states in the second state is more than twice as many as the easy-to-win state in the first state. The normal game will be executed per unit time. That is, in the second state where the winning is easy, the situation where the timing when the game ball reaches the electric accessory 66 and the timing when the electric accessory 66 is opened overlap is also overlapped in the case of the first state. It occurs more than twice as much as the situation, and the prize for the second operating port 63 also occurs at a rate larger than the rate of 1 in 5 balls.

In any case, by doing the above, the winning rate to the second operating port 63 in the easy-to-win state in the first state and the winning rate to the second operating port 63 in the easy-to-win state in the second state. Can be made different. As a result, it is possible to create a plurality of easy-to-win states having different winning rates for the second operating port 63 simply by changing the setting of the length of the variable display time, and it is possible to diversify the game. ..

More specifically, since the winning rate to the second operating port 63 is higher in the case where the winning is easy in the second state than in the case where the winning is easy in the first state, the winning rate is higher than in the first state. However, in the second state, the frequency of execution of the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side during the winning state is higher, and the expectation for the big hit result is increased. Moreover, since it is possible to obtain a prize ball by winning a prize in the second operating port 63, the ball holding in the second state is better than that in the first state, or the number of balls held is increased. Can be expected. In this way, it is possible to make the advantage for the player different when the first state and the second state are in the easy-to-win state.

<Fourth variant of the fifth embodiment>
In this modification, a new game property is created by using a configuration in which a plurality of reserved information can be acquired. FIG. 86A is a front view showing the configuration of the game board 60 in this modified example. Also in this modification, the same configurations as those of the above embodiments are shown with the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted.

In this modification, the tenth through gate 858 and the eleventh through gate 859 are provided on the left side of the variable display unit 67. The tenth through gate 858 and the eleventh through gate 859 are arranged so that the central axes coincide with each other in the vertical direction, and both are up and down so that the tenth through gate 858 is above the eleventh through gate 859. It is installed side by side in. The distance between the tenth through gate 858 and the eleventh through gate 859 is smaller than the diameter dimension D of the game ball. Therefore, the game ball that has won the 10th through gate 858 will not win the 11th through gate 859 without winning the 10th through gate 858, and will not win the 11th through gate 859 without winning the 10th through gate 858. There is. That is, the tenth through gate 858 and the eleventh through gate 859 have a continuous through relationship between the second through gate 850 and the through gate 35 in the third modification.

A third variable winning device 910 is provided on the left side of the variable display unit 67, below the tenth through gate 858 and the eleventh through gate 859. The third variable winning device 910 is a ball entry unit whose opening / closing control is controlled when a winner is won in a winning / losing lottery for a normal drawing. More specifically, it has the same configuration as the second variable winning device 500 in the third embodiment, and the game ball can win a prize at the sorting entrance 501 by controlling the opening and closing of the sorting member 502. Will be. Further, the point that the opening / closing execution mode for V winning is executed after the game ball flows into the V winning area 506 in the third variable winning device 910 is also the same as the third embodiment. ..

Below the variable display unit 67, a first actuating port 62 is provided as in each of the above embodiments, and when a game ball wins a prize in the first actuating port 62, a winning / failing lottery for the first special drawing is made. Is done. In this modification, the operation port for the second special drawing is not provided.

A fourth variable winning device 900 is provided below the variable display unit 67 and below the first operating port 62. When a big hit is won in the winning / failing lottery for the first special figure, or when the game ball passes through the V winning area 506 in the third variable winning device 910, 16 rounds by the fourth variable winning device 900. The open / close execution mode is executed.

In this modification, the probability of winning / failing lottery on the normal drawing side is different from each of the above embodiments. As shown in FIG. 86 (b), in this modified example, most of the winning / failing lottery on the normal drawing side results in a loss (999/1000) and a relatively infrequent opening result (1/1000). When the opening result is obtained, the third variable winning device 910 is opened for a predetermined period. In this case, unlike each of the above embodiments, the upper limit opening time of the third variable winning device 910 is set to 10 sec. Therefore, when the third variable winning device 910 is opened, it is almost certainly possible to generate a prize in the third variable winning device 910. Then, by passing the V winning area 506 in the third variable winning device 910 (V winning), the opening / closing execution mode by the fourth variable winning device 900 is subsequently executed.

In this modification, when the third variable winning device 910 is opened, the probability of winning a V is about 1/5. Specifically, when the third variable winning device 910 is opened five times (when the result is opened five times), the V prize is won at a rate of one of them. Therefore, when the reserved information on the general drawing side is acquired based on the winning of the 10th through gate 858 or the 11th through gate 859, the V winning is generated with a probability of about 1/5000 for one reserved information. It is possible to make it.

Further, also in this modification, the gauge is designed so that when the game ball is launched so as to flow down the left route, most of them win the prizes in the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859.

FIG. 87 shows a normal map variation display time table in this modified example.

In this modification, a normal map fluctuation display time table for the first state and a normal map fluctuation display time table for the second state are provided, and the corresponding variable display time table is selected according to the state at the time of the normal map lottery. Will be done. The first state and the second state are switched by a winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side. More specifically, the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side results in a big hit result, so that the first state is switched to the second state, and in the second state, the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side is performed a predetermined number of times (for example, 50 times). It is set to switch from the second state to the first state based on what has been done.

As shown in FIG. 87 (a), in the normal map variation display time table for the first state, the variation display time in the situation where there are three pending information is shorter (one or two). It is set to be longer than the situation, and the variable display time in the situation where the number of pending information is 4 more than the above 3 is set to be shorter than the variable display time of other numbers. There is.

Specifically, 0.79 sec as the first time is uniformly selected as the variable display time when the number of reserved information is one or two. The fixed time (stop display time) is 0.01 sec, and if the third variable winning device 910 is not opened, in a situation where there is one or two reserved information, the normal game is 0.8 sec and 1 It will be executed once. That is, when the variable display time is set as the first time, the normal drawing game progresses in a cycle slightly longer than the launch cycle (0.6 sec) of the game ball, so that the hold information is replenished rather than the digestion speed of the hold information. The speed is faster, and the pending information is easier to accumulate.

When there are three pending information, either 0.79 sec, which is the first time, or 1.29 sec, which is a second time longer than the first time, is selected. When it is 1.29 sec, the normal drawing game is executed once in 1.3 sec, and the reserved information is more easily accumulated than when the first time is selected. In other words, if the normal game is started and the second time is selected in a situation where there are three pending information, the digestion speed of the reserved information will be slower, so the reserved information will be accumulated more than when the first time is selected. It will be easier. The first time and the second time are determined by the value of the normal figure variation type counter C5, and the second time is easier to select than the first time. The variable display time may be determined by another counter, another lottery process, or the like.

When the number of reserved information is four, which is the upper limit, 0.29 sec as the third time shorter than the first time and the second time is uniformly selected. When the third time is selected, the normal game is executed once in 0.3 sec. Therefore, the digestion speed of the hold information is faster than the replenishment speed of the hold information, and the hold information is less likely to be accumulated.

In the normal map variation display time table for the second state, as shown in FIG. 87 (b), the variation display time in the situation where there are two pending information is smaller than that in the situation where there is less (one). It is set to be long, and the variable display time in the situation where the number of pending information is 3 or 4 more than the above 2 is set to be shorter than the variable display time of other numbers. There is.

Specifically, 0.79 sec as the first time is uniformly selected as the variable display time when the number of reserved information is one. In this case, since the normal game is executed once in 0.8 sec as described above, the replenishment speed of the hold information is faster than the digestion speed of the hold information, and the hold information is easily accumulated.

When there are two pending information, either 0.79 sec, which is the first time, or 1.29 sec, which is the second time, is selected. As described above, when the second time is selected, the reserved information is more likely to be accumulated than when the first time is selected. The first time and the second time are determined by the value of the normal figure variation type counter C5 as in the first state, and the second time is easier to select than the first time.

When there are three pending information, 0.29 sec, which is the third time, is uniformly selected. When the third time is selected, the normal game is executed once in 0.3 sec. Therefore, the digestion speed of the hold information is faster than the replenishment speed of the hold information, and the hold information is less likely to be accumulated.

When the number of reserved information is four, which is the upper limit, 0.01 sec is uniformly set as the fourth time shorter than the first to third hours. When the fourth time is set, the normal game is executed once in 0.02 sec, and the digestion speed of the hold information is overwhelmingly faster than the replenishment speed of the hold information. As a result, it becomes more difficult to accumulate the pending information than in the case of three.

In the first state and the second state, how the reserved information for the normal drawing is acquired will be described with reference to the timing charts of FIGS. 88 and 89.

As already explained, most of the game balls flowing down the left route win a prize in the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859. In other words, when the game ball is launched so as to flow down the left route, prizes are periodically generated in the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859 according to the firing cycle.

In the first state, as shown in FIG. 88, for example, when the winning of the 10th through gate 858 occurs at the timing ta1, the winning of the 11th through gate 859 occurs at the timing ta2. If the number of reserved information on the normal drawing side is 0 at the timing ta1, the reserved information is acquired one by one at the timing ta1 and the timing ta2. However, since the hold information is digested (the normal drawing game starts) at the same time as the hold information is acquired at the timing ta1, the number of stored information is one at the timing ta2. It should be noted that the normal figure game started at the timing ta1 ends at the timing ta5, which is 0.8 sec later (the next normal figure game is started at the timing ta5).

When the succeeding game ball wins the 10th through gate 858 at the timing ta3, the winning to the 11th through gate 859 is subsequently generated at the timing ta4. Since the Fuzu game started at timing ta1 is still ongoing, the number of stored information is 2 based on the winning of timing ta3, and the number of stored information is 3 based on the winning of timing ta4. It becomes. Then, by starting the next normal figure game of the normal figure game started at the timing ta1 at the timing ta5, the number of stored information is reduced by one to two.

The fuzu game started at the timing ta5 is a fuzu game started in a situation where there are three pending information. For example, when 1.29 sec, which is the second time of the variable display time, is selected, the game is concerned. The normal map game ends 1.3 seconds later at the timing ta10 (the next normal map game starts at the timing ta10).

At timing ta6, which is a timing before timing ta10, the next game ball wins a prize at the 10th through gate 858, and subsequently at timing ta7, a prize is won at the 11th through gate 859. In this case, the number of stored information on hold is 3 based on the winning of timing ta6, and the number of stored information on hold is 4 based on the winning of timing ta7. That is, the pending information reaches the maximum number that can be stored.

At timing ta8, the next game ball wins the 10th through gate 858, and subsequently at timing ta9, the 11th through gate 859 wins. However, in this case, since the normal drawing game started at timing ta5 is still before the end and the number of stored information stored at timing ta7 has reached the upper limit as described above, the winning of timing ta8 and timing ta9 Does not get the pending information. That is, even if a prize is generated in the 10th through gate 858 or the 11th through gate 859, the winning or losing lottery on the normal drawing side cannot be received.

When the Fuzu game ends at the timing ta10, the next Fuzu game starts. In this case, it is a normal drawing game started in a situation where there are four pending information, and the variable display time is set to 0.29 sec, which is the third time. Then, the normal figure game ends at a timing ta13 after 0.3 sec (the next normal figure game starts at the timing ta13).

A prize is awarded to the 10th through gate 858 at the timing ta11 after the start of the normal figure game at the timing ta10 and before the end of the normal figure game, and then to the 11th through gate 859 at the timing ta12. Will be awarded. In this case, as described above, since one reserved information is digested by the start of the normal map game at the timing ta10, one empty space is created in the storage area on the normal map side. Therefore, although one hold information is acquired in the timing ta11 prize, the above-mentioned empty space is exhausted and the stored number of the hold information reaches the upper limit, and the hold information is not acquired in the timing ta12 prize. In other words, even if a prize is generated for the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859, two hold information is not acquired, only one hold information is acquired, and the winning / fail lottery on the normal drawing side is performed. Only one piece is done.

When the Fuzu game ends at the timing ta13, the next Fuzu game starts. Similar to the case of timing ta10, this is a normal game that is started in a situation where there are four pending information, and the variable display time is set to 0.29 sec, which is the third time. Then, the normal figure game ends at a timing ta16 after 0.3 sec (the next normal figure game starts at the timing ta16).

A prize is awarded to the 10th through gate 858 at the timing ta14 after the start of the normal figure game at the timing ta13 and before the end of the normal figure game, and then to the 11th through gate 859 at the timing ta15. Will be awarded. Also in this case, as described above, since one reserved information is digested by the start of the normal map game at the timing ta13, one empty space is created in the storage area on the normal map side. Therefore, the storage number of the reserved information reaches the upper limit by the winning of the timing ta14, and the holding information is not acquired by the winning of the timing ta15. In other words, even if a prize is generated for the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859, two hold information is not acquired, only one hold information is acquired, and the winning / fail lottery on the normal drawing side is performed. Only one piece is done.

When the Fuzu game ends at the timing ta16, the next Fuzu game is started, and one empty space is created in the storage area of the reserved information. As a result, even if the 10th through gate 858 is won at the timing ta17 and the 11th through gate 859 is won at the timing ta18, the two pending information are not acquired and one is won. Only the hold information is acquired, and the winning / failing lottery on the normal side is performed for only one.

The same applies when the Fuzu game started at timing ta16 ends at timing ta19 and the next Fuzu game starts, and only one hold information is held due to the winnings generated at timing ta20 and timing ta21. Is acquired, and only one winning / failing lottery on the Fuzu side is held.

That is, in the first state, when the reserved information on the normal drawing side is periodically acquired, the timing ta11 (timing ta12), the timing ta14 (timing ta15), the timing ta17 (timing ta18), and the timing ta20 (timing) are obtained. In ta21), even if a prize is generated in the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859, a smaller number of hold information than the hold information for the prize is acquired. In other words, the number of winning / failing lottery for the general drawing will be smaller than the winning amount. Here, since the holding information for one piece is acquired and the winning / failing lottery for one piece is performed, the state is also referred to as a single lottery state. That is, it can be said that the first state is likely to be a single lottery state.

In the second state, as shown in FIG. 89, for example, when the winning of the 10th through gate 858 occurs at the timing tb1, the winning of the 11th through gate 859 occurs at the timing tb2. If the number of reserved information on the normal drawing side is 0 at the timing tb1, the reserved information is acquired one by one at the timing tb1 and the timing tb2. However, since the hold information is digested (the normal drawing game starts) at the same time as the hold information is acquired at the timing tb1, the number of stored information is one at the timing tb2. It should be noted that the normal figure game started at the timing tb1 ends at the timing tb5 0.8 sec later (the next normal figure game is started at the timing tb5).

When the succeeding game ball wins the 10th through gate 858 at the timing tb3, the winning to the 11th through gate 859 is subsequently generated at the timing tb4. Since the normal game started at timing tb1 is still ongoing, the number of stored information is 2 based on the winning of timing tb3, and the number of stored information is 3 based on the winning of timing tb4. It becomes. Then, at the timing tb5, the next normal figure game after the normal figure game started at the timing tb1 is started, so that the number of stored information is reduced by one to two.

The normal figure game started at the timing tb5 is a normal figure game started in a situation where there are three pending information, and when the variable display time is set to 0.29 sec, which is the third time, the normal figure game is concerned. The figure game ends at the timing tb8, which is 0.3 sec later (the next normal figure game starts at the timing tb8).

A prize is awarded to the 10th through gate 858 at the timing tb6 after the start of the normal figure game at the timing tb5 and before the end of the normal figure game, and then to the 11th through gate 859 at the timing tb7. Will be awarded. In this case, since one reserved information is digested by the start of the normal map game at the timing tb5, two empty spaces are created in the storage area on the normal map side. Therefore, with the winning of the timing tb6 and the timing tb7, the pending information is acquired in both cases. In other words, when winning the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859 is generated, the holding information of the number corresponding to the winning amount is acquired, and the winning / failing lottery on the normal drawing side is the winning amount (2 pieces) line. Will be.

When the normal map game started at the timing tb5 ends at the timing tb8, the next normal map game is started at the timing tb8. In this case, it is a normal drawing game started in a situation where there are four pending information, and the variable display time is set to 0.01 sec, which is the fourth time. Therefore, the normal drawing game ends at the timing tb9, which is 0.02 sec later. That is, in a very short period of time from the timing tb8, the next reserved information is digested, and the next normal drawing game is started at the timing tb9. Then, at the timing tb8, the number of reserved information becomes three, and at the timing tb9, the number of the reserved information becomes two. The fuzu game started at timing tb9 is a fuzu game started in a situation where there are three pending information, and the fuzu game ends at timing tb12, which is 0.3 sec later.

A prize is generated for the 10th through gate 858 at the timing tb10, and subsequently, a prize is generated for the 11th through gate 859 at the timing tb11. In this case, since there are two vacant spaces in the storage area on the normal drawing side, the reserved information is acquired in both cases with the winning of the timing tb10 and the timing tb11. In other words, when winning the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859 is generated, the holding information of the number corresponding to the winning amount is acquired, and the winning / failing lottery on the normal drawing side is the winning amount (2 pieces) line. Will be.

The Fuzu game started at timing tb9 ends at timing tb12, and the next Fuzu game is started at the same timing. Then, immediately after that, at the timing tb13, the next normal drawing game is started again. Then, when a prize is generated in the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859 at the timing tb14 and the timing tb15, the holding information for the winning amount is acquired.

The next Fuzu game of the Fuzu game started at the timing tb13 is started at the timing tb16, and the next Fuzu game is further started at the timing tb17 immediately after that. Then, when a prize is generated in the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859 at the timing tb18 and the timing tb19, the holding information for the winning amount is acquired.

That is, in the second state, when the reserved information on the normal drawing side is periodically acquired, timing tb1 (timing tb2), timing tb3 (timing tb4), timing tb6 (timing tb7), and timing tb10 (timing). At tb11), timing tb14 (timing tb15), and timing tb18 (timing tb19), when winning the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859 occurs, the holding information for the winning is acquired. .. In other words, the same number of winning / failing lottery for the winning figures will be held. Here, since the holding information for two pieces is acquired and the winning / failing lottery for the two pieces is performed, the state is also referred to as a double lottery state. That is, it can be said that the second state is likely to be a double lottery state.

The flow of the game of this modification will be described with reference to FIG. 90.

When the game ball is fired so as to flow down the left route and a prize is generated in the first operating port 62, a winning / losing lottery on the special drawing side is performed. When the big hit result (1/200) is obtained by the winning / losing lottery on the special figure side, the opening / closing execution mode of 16 rounds by the 4th variable winning device 900 is executed, and it becomes possible to obtain a large number of prize balls. In the figure, the fourth variable winning device 900 is referred to as an attacker.

When the game ball is fired so as to flow down the left route, a prize is generated in the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859. In the figure, the 10th through gate 858 and the 11th through gate 859 are shown as continuous throughs.

In the case of continuous through winning, in the first state, the normal figure variation display time table for the first state is referred to and the normal figure game is executed. In this case, as described above, the single lottery state is likely to occur, and in the single lottery state, one general drawing lottery is performed for one continuous through winning. In other words, the probability that an open result will be obtained in a general drawing lottery based on one continuous through winning is substantially 1/1000.

On the other hand, in the second state, the normal map variation display time table for the second state is referred to and the normal map game is executed. In this case, as described above, the double lottery state is likely to occur, and in the double lottery state, two general drawing lottery is performed for one continuous through winning. That is, the probability that the open result will be obtained in the general drawing lottery based on one continuous through winning is substantially 1/1500 because it is 1/1000 in each general drawing lottery.

When the opening result is obtained in the normal drawing lottery, the third variable winning device 910 is opened. Then, when the V prize is generated in the third variable prize device 910, it becomes possible to shift to the 16-round opening / closing execution mode by the fourth variable prize device 900 (attacker).

The switching between the first state and the second state is performed according to the result of the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side, and the first state is switched to the second state based on the result of the big hit. After that, the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side is performed a predetermined number of times (50 times) to switch from the second state to the first state. In other words, if a big hit result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery on the special figure side, not only the prize ball in the opening / closing execution mode of 16 rounds is obtained, but also the game in the double lottery state in the second state, which is advantageous for the player. It will be possible to do. When the V prize is generated in the second state, the game shifts to the open / close execution mode of 16 rounds, and then the game in the second state can be performed again. In this case, the second state continues until the winning / failing lottery on the special drawing side is performed for the remaining number of times.

As described above, it is possible to change the probability of the actual drawing lottery by utilizing the fact that the number of acquired information on the reserved map changes depending on the number of free spaces in the storage area of the reserved information on the map. As a result, it is possible to realize a novel playability of changing the actual probability of the normal drawing lottery without changing the actual probability of the normal drawing lottery.

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The content is not limited to the description of each of the above-described embodiments, and may be carried out as follows, for example. Incidentally, each of the following configurations may be individually applied to each of the above embodiments, or may be partially or wholly combined and applied to each of the above embodiments. Further, it is also possible to arbitrarily combine all or a part of the various configurations shown in each of the above embodiments. In this case, it is preferable that the technical significance (effect to be exerted) of each configuration to be combined is guaranteed. Each of the following configurations may be applied individually to a new configuration consisting of a combination of embodiments, or a part or all of them may be applied in combination.

(1) In each of the above embodiments, the probability of an open result in the normal drawing winning / failing lottery is set to about 1/1, but the probability is not limited to this, and may be another probability. However, in addition to increasing the opening frequency of the electric accessory 66 and making it easier to adapt the arrival timing of the game ball to the specific region RA2 to the opening period of the electric accessory 66 in the process of changing the time difference A and B. Then, it is preferable to configure the configuration so that the probability of an open result is higher than the probability of an outlier result.

(2) In each of the above embodiments, the width of the second operating port 63, in other words, the width of the receiving area RA1 when the electric accessory 66 is in the open state is set to the size of about one game ball. However, the size may be two or more. However, if the size is two or more, not only the game balls that have passed through the through gate 35 but also other game balls can easily win the second operating port 63, so that the winning rate for the second operating port 63 is set. In terms of adjustment, it is preferable to configure it as in each of the above embodiments.

(3) In each of the above embodiments, the electric accessory 66 that opens and closes by moving the receiving member 245 back and forth is provided, but other configurations such as a front-back rotation type and a side-opening type may be used. .. That is, the configuration of the electric accessory is arbitrary as long as the opening degree of the second operating port 63 can be changed.

(4) In each of the above embodiments, the through gate 35 and the electric accessory 66 (second operating port 63) are arranged vertically, but the arrangement direction of these may be horizontal or diagonal. In short, it is sufficient that the through gate 35 is located upstream of the electric accessory 66 in the flow of the game ball, and the arrangement direction of these is arbitrary.

(5) In each of the above embodiments, game nails 69a to 69d are provided between the through gate 35 and the electric accessory 66, and the game ball passing through the through gate 35 is guided to the electric accessory 66 (specific area RA2). However, the configuration is such that a game ball other than the game ball is obstructed from heading toward the electric accessory 66 (specific region RA2), but a configuration in which these guiding means or obstructing means are not provided may be provided. However, in order to stabilize the winning rate of the game ball to the second operating port 63, it is preferable to configure it as in each of the above embodiments.

Further, the guiding means does not necessarily have to be composed of game nails, and for example, the guiding means can be configured by a wall portion extending in the guiding direction (one continuous wall or a plurality of intermittently arranged walls). This also applies to the inhibitory means. When the guiding means is configured by the wall portion, the surface (guidance surface) of the game ball on the flow path side of the wall portion may be flat. This makes it possible to facilitate the flow of the game ball until it reaches the specific area RA2, and to promote the stabilization of the time required for the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 to reach the specific area RA2. Further, at least one projecting portion projecting to the flow path side may be provided on the surface on the flow path side to provide a deceleration means for decelerating the game ball, or the guiding means may be curved such as in a zigzag shape. You may. With such a configuration, the arrangement area of the guiding means is not only used as the guiding area, but also the time required for the game ball to reach the specific area RA2 and the game ball when reaching the specific area RA2. It can also be used as an adjustment area to adjust the momentum.

The guiding means does not necessarily have to be configured so that all the game balls that have passed through the through gate 35 head toward the specific area RA2. For example, among the game balls that have passed through the through gate 35, the game balls reach the specific area RA2. The proportion of game balls is higher than the proportion of game balls that cannot be reached (in other words, when the electric accessory 66 is in the open state, the proportion of game balls picked up by the electric accessory 66 is not picked up. It suffices if the structure makes it easier for the game ball to head toward the specific region RA2 as compared with the case where the guiding means is not provided, such as (higher than the ratio). Further, as for the blocking means, it is not necessary to completely block the game balls other than the game balls that have passed through the through gate 35 from heading to the specific area RA2. For example, among the game balls that reach the specific area RA2 (in other words, For example, among the game balls picked up by the electric accessory 66 when the electric accessory 66 is in the open state), the ratio of the game balls that have passed through the through gate 35 is higher than the ratio of the game balls that have not passed. It is sufficient if the game balls other than the game balls that have passed through the through gate 35 are less likely to head toward the specific region RA2 as compared with the case where there is no obstructive means.

(6) In each of the above embodiments, the game ball is set to a longer period (10 sec) than the normal (0.05 sec) in order to facilitate the number of FNs held in the normal map to be four. The configuration is such that the specific period from when the player wins the through gate 35 to the end of the support state of the electric accessory 66 corresponding to the prize is lengthened. The specific period may be lengthened by lengthening the stop display time.

Further, the specific period is lengthened by lengthening at least one of the normal map opening period, the ending period, and the opening time of the electric accessory 66 in place of or in addition to the normal map fluctuation display time and the stop display time. May be. However, under the configuration in which the specific period is lengthened in relation to the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal map, it is preferable to change the specific period according to the variable display time and / or the stop display time of the normal map.

(7) In each of the above embodiments, a specific period (10.5 sec) for changing from the first normal gaming state to the second normal gaming state is set, and a specific period (1.) for maintaining the second normal gaming state. Although it is longer than 1 sec), they may have the same time length, or the length may be reversed. In short, the former can be of any length as long as it can be changed from the first normal gaming state to the second normal gaming state, and the latter can also maintain the second normal gaming state. If it is, it can be any length.

(8) In each of the above embodiments, the number of times the electric accessory 66 is opened in the support state is set to one, but the electric accessory 66 may be opened a plurality of times in one support state. However, under the configuration in which the number of transitions to the support state per unit time is large as in each of the above embodiments, when the electric accessory 66 is opened a plurality of times in one support state, the rotating plate 243 and the receiver In a movable body such as a member 245, the number of displacements becomes extremely large, and wear due to sliding friction or the like tends to proceed. Further, under the condition that the specific period is shorter than the firing cycle of the game ball, it is necessary to extremely shorten the opening time per game, and even in the second normal game state, the second operating port 63 is used. It is assumed that the game ball will not win a prize. Based on these, it is preferable to open once as in each of the above embodiments. Incidentally, in the configuration in which the electric accessory 66 is opened a plurality of times in one support state, the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 is after the completion of the first opening operation of the electric accessory 66 (preferably the first opening operation). The specific region RA2 may be reached after the end of the operation and before the start of the second opening operation). Further, when the number of times of opening is three or more, the configuration may be such that the opening operation is not limited to the first time but is reached after the second and subsequent opening operations are completed.

(9) In each of the above embodiments, a passing type through gate 35 is provided as an operating port that triggers the start of the normal game, but the operating port does not necessarily have to be a passing type, and the operating port does not necessarily have to be a passing type. The winning game ball may not be able to continue to flow down the game area PE. At that time, if the game ball that has won the prize in the through gate 35 can reach the electric accessory 66, the game ball reaches the electric accessory 66 through the ball passage provided inside or on the back side of the game board 60. It is good to have a configuration that does.

(10) In each of the above embodiments, the hold information based on the winning of the through gate 35 is stored up to 4 pieces, but it may be less than 4 pieces or 5 pieces or more. May be good. Further, the upper limit number of stored information based on the winning of the through gate 35 and each of the operating ports 62 to 64 may be different.

(11) In each of the above embodiments, the launched game ball can win the through gate 35 without going through the guide unit 77, but when the game ball wins the through gate 35, the game ball is always guided. It may be configured to receive the guidance of the unit 77. Further, in the configuration in which the game ball is guided to the through gate 35 by the guide unit 77, it is preferable that the launched game ball can directly reach the guide unit 77 without coming into contact with the game nail. This is because if the configuration is such that both the case of contacting the game nail and the case of not contacting the game nail can occur, the guidance may be adversely affected due to the difference in the momentum of the game ball.

(12) In each of the above embodiments, the variable winning device is opened only once when the mode shifts to the open / close execution mode corresponding to the special hit result, but the variable winning device is opened a plurality of times in one open / close execution mode. It may be configured. Further, in the third embodiment, the opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the advantageous special hit result and the opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the disadvantageous special hit result may be configured so that the number of times of opening is different. Further, the number of times of opening may be different depending on the type of the advantageous special hit result (for example, the advantageous special hit result A and the advantageous special hit result B). This also applies when multiple types of disadvantageous special hit results are provided.

(13) In each of the above embodiments, the difficulty of winning the game ball to the second operating port 63 decreases when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure becomes a predetermined number or more, and it becomes easier to win a prize. For example, when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is less than a predetermined number (for example, 0), the opening period of the electric accessory 66 and the arrival timing of the game ball to the specific area RA2 are matched. When the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure becomes a predetermined number or more, the difficulty of winning the game ball to the second operating port 63 becomes high, and the winning may be difficult. In such a configuration, it is preferable to configure the configuration in which the number of FNs reserved for normal drawings is easily accumulated in normal times, and the number of FNs reserved for ordinary figures is not accumulated or is difficult to be accumulated in a specific case.

(14) In each of the above embodiments, the winning rate of the game ball passing through the through gate 35 to the second operating port 63 changes when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure becomes a predetermined number or more. The winning rate of the game ball other than the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 to the second operating port 63 may be changed.

(15) In each of the above-described embodiments, when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is equal to or greater than a predetermined number, it is easy to obtain a privilege (for example, payout of a game ball). The configuration may be such that the benefits are advantageous, such as a large number of payouts.

(16) In each of the above embodiments, the required period from when the game ball passes through the through gate 35 to when it reaches the specific region RA2 is the winning interval of the game ball to the through gate 35 (the firing cycle of the game ball). By setting it to 0.6 sec, which is the same as the above, the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 reaches the specific region RA2 after the electric accessory 66 is closed. The period may be longer than the above winning interval. For example, as shown in FIG. 91 (a), if the required period is 1.0 sec, the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 is earlier than the next opening timing (timing t1A) in the electric accessory 66, that is, the specific region RA2. The game ball does not win the second operating port 63 not only in the opening period of [1] corresponding to the above passage but also in the opening period of the next [2].

However, if the required period is the same as the winning interval or the predetermined period is shorter than the winning interval as in the first embodiment, the passing timing is as shown in FIG. 91 (b). From t2A to the next passage timing t2B, the arrival of the game ball related to the previous passage to the specific region RA2 is completed. In this case, it is sufficient to consider the range X from the timing t2A to the timing t2B when adjusting the presence or absence of a prize in the second operating port 63 at the time of designing. That is, it is not necessary to consider the game ball that has passed before and the game ball that has passed next, and it is possible to reduce the design load. Based on this point, the required period shall be less than or equal to the winning interval, and the game ball related to the previous passage reaches the electric accessory 66 after the end of the support state corresponding to the previous passage and before the next passage occurs. It is preferable that the configuration is as follows.

(17) In each of the above embodiments, the operating ports 62 to 64, the through gate 35, the electric accessory 66, the receiving area RA1 and the specific area RA2 are provided in the gaming area PE, but at least one of them is provided. For example, it may be provided in a region different from the gaming region PE, such as the inside of a predetermined accessory device.

(18) In each of the above embodiments, the notification / effect control device 143 and the display control device 660 are separately provided, but one control device that integrates the functions of the respective control devices 143 and 660 may be provided. ..

(19) In each of the above embodiments, the game ball that has passed through the through gate 35 can also win a prize in the first operating port 62, and the winning route to the through gate 35 and the winning route to the first operating port 62 are shared. However, those routes may be independent. However, if both routes are configured independently, when trying to secure the winning rate to the first operating port 62 to some extent, the winning rate to the through gate 35 must be lowered to earn the winning rate. Considering this point, it is preferable to use the configuration of the above embodiment. This also applies to other embodiments in which each of the above routes is shared.

(20) In the first embodiment described above, the first operating port 62 and the second operating port 63 are provided as the operating ports corresponding to the first special drawing, but the first operating port 62 is omitted and the first special feature is omitted. The number of operating ports corresponding to the figure may be one.

(21) In the first embodiment, the third operating port 64 is arranged above (upstream side) of the variable winning device 65, but the former may be arranged below (downstream side) of the latter. According to this configuration, when the open / close execution mode is executed, it is possible to suppress the inconvenience that the game ball wins the third operating port 64 and does not win the variable winning device 65.

(22) In the first embodiment described above, in order to lengthen the fluctuation display time of the normal map in accordance with the increase in the number of stored numbers FN of the normal figure, the normal number of stored numbers FN of the normal figure is four. It is assumed that the variable display time is uniformly set to 0.6 sec, but the average (expected value) of the normal map fluctuation display time in such a case is larger than that when the normal figure reserved storage number FN = 4 or less. If it is long, it may be configured to be diversified by providing a plurality of normal map fluctuation display times having different lengths from each other. This also applies to other embodiments. Here, the above average (expected value) is when the number of types of variable display time that can be set is N, the length of each variable display time is M, and the setting probability (selection probability) of each variable display time is K. , M (1) × K (1) + M (2) × K (2) + ... M (N) × K (N).

Further, in the first embodiment, the normal figure fluctuation display time when the normal figure reserved storage number FN is 4 is longer than that when the storage number FN is 1 to 3 pieces. However, it may be longer than one of the cases where the number is 1 to 3, or the fluctuation display time of the normal map may be longer as the number of stored FNs increases. This also applies to other embodiments.

(23) In the first embodiment, the configuration is not limited to the case where the number of FNs held in the normal map is four, and the fluctuation display time of the normal map may be set to 0.6 sec even when the number of FNs is three. .. As a result, even if the launched game ball does not win the through gate 35 under the second normal game state, it is possible to relieve it. Further, when the number of FNs held in the normal figure is 3, the retention rate of the number of stored FNs in the normal figure is inferior to that of the case of 4, which is shorter than 0.6 sec and longer than 0.05 sec. It may be time. With such a configuration, it is expected to focus on the game in order to avoid unwinning the through gate 35.

(24) In the second embodiment described above, when the normal map fluctuation display time is set to the special time (200 sec), the second normal game state is uniformly continuous, but it is a special case when it is a big hit. Figure The configuration may be such that the presence or absence of continuity and the ease of continuation change depending on the length of the variation display time of the game times. For example, a variable display time of Asec and a longer variable display time of Bsec are provided as the variable display time of the special figure game. Then, when the execution period (or the expected period) of the opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the jackpot result is Ysec, the electric accessory 66 corresponding to the winning after the specific period (the game ball wins the through gate 35). The special time is set so that the period until the end of the support state) is longer than Asec + Ysec and shorter than Bsec + Ysec. In this case, when the variation display time of the special figure game times is set to Asec, the second normal game state is continuous (easily continuous), while when it is set to Bsec, it is not continuous (or difficult to be continuous). ) Can be. In this way, as a result of the continuity of the second normal gaming state changing depending on the length of the variable display time on the special map side, not only the variable display time on the normal map side but also the variable display time on the special map side. It is possible to draw the attention of the player and further increase the attention to the game.

(25) In the second embodiment described above, the normal map fluctuation display time of the special time (200 sec) can be set only when the normal figure hold storage number FN is four (FIG. 37). (See step S2106). When the number is less than four (for example, one) or more, the configuration may be set to a special time. That is, it suffices as long as the normal figure variation display time can be set as a special time when the 5R normal jackpot result B is won under the second normal game state.

(26) In the second embodiment, the configuration is such that the normal map fluctuation display time of the special time (200 sec) can be set only when the jackpot result is obtained in the first special figure. Even if a big hit result is obtained, the above special time may be set.

(27) In the second embodiment, the difficulty of winning the game ball to the second operating port 63 between the second normal game state (medium frequency support mode) and the advantageous game state (high frequency support mode) is reversed. It may be made to be the same, or it may be the same.

(28) In the third embodiment, the advantageous gaming state (high frequency support mode) may be omitted. In this case, a configuration may be provided in which only the second normal gaming state is provided as the gaming state in which the acquisition of the V jackpot can be expected, or the difficulty of winning the second operating port 63 is lowered, which is an advantageous gaming state. May be configured to provide different special gaming states separately from the second normal gaming state. In the configuration provided with the special game state, the special game state is triggered by the occurrence of an event different from the fact that the number of FNs held in the normal figure is equal to or more than the predetermined number and the big hit is won in the special figure win / fail lottery. It is good to have a configuration to migrate. The difficulty of winning the game ball to the second operating port 63 in the special gaming state may be different from that in the second normal gaming state, or may be the same.

(29) In the third embodiment, the difficulty of winning the game ball to the second operating port 63 in the second normal game state (winning support state) and the advantageous game state (high frequency support mode) is reversed. It may be the same or the same.

(30) In the third embodiment described above, after the second normal gaming state is reached, it is configured to continue until the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure becomes 0, but the reserved number of stored FNs in the normal figure is FN. The second normal gaming state may be terminated when the number is 1, 2, or 3. For example, in a configuration in which the second normal game state ends when the number of FNs held in the normal map is one, a specific period (the game ball wins the through gate 35) when the number of stored numbers FNs held in the normal figure is one. It is advisable to make the period from that time until the support state of the electric accessory 66 corresponding to the prize ends) significantly shorter than the prize interval of the game ball to the through gate 35 (the firing cycle of the game ball) (for example). Set the normal map fluctuation display time and stop display time so that the specific period is 0.2 sec). In this case, it becomes impossible or difficult to repeat the normal game while maintaining the state where the memory number FN is 1, and after all, the memory number FN immediately becomes 0 and the second normal game state is substantially achieved. Can be terminated. This also applies to other embodiments.

(31) In the third embodiment described above, the specific period when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is four is shorter than the winning interval of the game ball to the through gate 35 (the firing cycle of the game ball). Therefore, although the configuration is such that the second normal gaming state is temporary, the second normal gaming state may be continued until the jackpot is won, as in the first embodiment. On the contrary, in the first and second embodiments, the second normal gaming state may be temporary as in the third embodiment.

(32) In the third embodiment, the reserved information is stored up to a predetermined number (4 pieces) based on the winning of the second operating port 63 (second special figure). , The hold information may not be stored. By doing so, the configuration can be simplified.

(33) In the third embodiment described above, when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure becomes a predetermined number or more, the second normal gaming state is set, but it is based on winning a prize in the through gate 35. , The second normal gaming state may be set based on the fact that another index value different from the normal figure reserved memory number FN becomes a predetermined number or more. For example, it is preferable to acquire the number of points based on the winning of the through gate 35, and to enter the second normal gaming state based on the integrated value of the number of points becoming a predetermined number. In that case, the configuration may be such that the player can grasp the index value by notifying the number of acquired points and the accumulated number each time, or the configuration not notifying the number of points and the accumulated number is added to the fun of guessing them. Or you may create a sudden feeling when the second normal gaming state occurs. At this time, the configuration may be such that the general map reservation information is not stored. This also applies to other embodiments.

(34) In the third embodiment, the special effect displays S1 to S6 are displayed on the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75 as various notification effects related to the second normal gaming state, but the symbol display device 75. Separately, another display device may be provided so that the special effect displays S1 to S6 are displayed on the display screen of the other display device. Further, it may be configured to be displayed on both the symbol display device 75 and the above-mentioned other display devices, or to be displayed across them. In this case, the entire special effect display S1 to S6 may be displayed on the other display device, or a part of the special effect display S1 to S6 may be displayed on the other display device. At that time, in order to prevent the player's attention and interest in the symbol string on the display screen 75a from being distracted, the display screen of the other display device may be made smaller than the display screen 75a of the symbol display device 75. It may be arranged at a position farther from the center of the front surface of the game board 60 than the display screen 75a. However, when compared with the main display unit 43, it is preferable to enlarge the display area or arrange it at a position close to the front center portion of the game board 60. Further, the various notification effects related to the second normal gaming state are not necessarily limited to displaying images (still images and moving images) on the display screen, and may be those using a light emitting effect device such as an illumination member. good. Furthermore, it does not necessarily have to be visual, and may be, for example, auditory using sound.

(35) In the third embodiment, regardless of whether the second variable winning device 500 is controlled to open or close in either the low distribution mode or the high distribution mode, the common third special effect display is displayed. Although the configuration is such that S3-A is displayed, the mode of the display effect may be different depending on the mode of opening / closing control of the second variable winning device 500. For example, when the third special effect display S3-A is provided with a first notification and a second notification in which the color of the characters in the character display 526 is different, and the second variable winning device 500 is controlled to open and close in a low distribution mode. It is preferable that the first notification is easily displayed, and when the opening / closing control is performed in a high distribution mode, the second notification is easily displayed. This makes it possible to suggest the mode of opening / closing control of the second variable winning device 500 when the player aims to win the V prize.

(36) In the third embodiment, the distribution mode (proneness of V winning) of the second variable winning device 500 may be changed based on the reserved storage number FN of the normal figure. For example, when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 4, the second variable winning device 500 is open / closed controlled (or easily) in a low distribution mode, and when the number of storages FN is 3, the second variable winning device 500 is controlled in a high distribution mode. It is preferable to have a configuration in which opening / closing is controlled (or easily). As a result, the FN with the reserved memory number FN and the likelihood of V winning can be more closely related, and the player's interest in the winning of the game ball to the through gate 35 and the reserved memory number F with the Fuzu map is suitable. It will be possible to increase.

(37) In the third embodiment described above, the operation of the shutter 508 in the second variable winning device 500 realizes high and low advantages such as whether or not V winning is generated, but other accessories can be used. High and low advantages may be realized. For example, in the game area PE, when the accessory is provided upstream of the second variable winning device 500 and the accessory is arranged at the first position, the game ball is guided to the second variable winning device 500. If it is arranged in a second position different from the first position, the game ball is not or is not easily guided to the second variable winning device 500. Then, the operation of the accessory is configured to start from the timing of the stop display in the game round, and the timing at which the accessory is arranged at the first position is such that the second variable winning device 500 is opened in the open / close execution mode. The time from the start timing of the stop display to the opening timing of the second variable winning device 500 is adjusted so as to overlap or not overlap with the timing.

(38) In the fourth embodiment described above, when a big hit result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery on the first special drawing side or when a big hit result A is obtained in the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side, the above The configuration is such that the large winning opening 710a is opened, but for example, whether the upper winning opening 710a is opened or the lower winning opening 700a is opened in each open / close execution mode or each round is determined. The configuration may be determined by lottery or the like. In this case, the probability that the upper prize opening 710a will be selected depending on whether the winning or losing lottery on the 1st special drawing side results in a big hit or the winning or losing lottery on the 2nd special drawing side results in a big hit. (Probability that the lower big winning opening 700a is selected) may be different, and the case where the big hit result is obtained in the winning / losing lottery on the 2nd special drawing side is the big winning result in the winning / failing lottery on the 1st special drawing side. The probability that the upper prize opening 710a is selected may be lower than in the case of. On the contrary, the upper prize opening 710a is selected in the case where the big hit result is obtained in the winning / losing lottery on the 2nd special drawing side than in the case where the big hit result is obtained in the winning / failing lottery on the 1st special drawing side. It may be configured to increase the probability of

In place of or in addition to these, the probability that the upper prize opening 710a is selected may differ depending on the type of jackpot result. For example, the 16R probability variation jackpot result may be configured so that the upper prize winning opening 710a is selected or easily selected.

(39) In the fourth embodiment described above, the easy winning state makes it possible to frequently execute the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result, and the upper prize opening 710a is opened. Although the configuration is such that the advantageous state is terminated, the configuration that terminates the winning easy state may be applied to the configuration of another embodiment.

(40) In the fourth embodiment, the front surface of the upper opening / closing door 710b is displaced between a closed state parallel to the front surface of the game board 60 and an open state standing upright with respect to the game board 60. As a premise, the winning rate to the through gate 35 is changed, but the opening / closing mode of the upper variable winning device 710 is not limited to the above. For example, the upper variable winning device 710 is composed of a so-called electric tulip-type opening / closing accessory that opens and closes the wings, and the winning rate to the through gate 35 decreases by opening the wings, and through by closing the wings. The configuration may be such that the winning rate to the gate 35 is improved.

(41) In the fourth embodiment described above, the upper prize opening 710a can be opened due to the big hit result, but the upper prize opening 710a is opened due to the special hit result. It may be configured. In this case, in the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result, the opening upper limit period is 1.8 sec, but even if the upper prize opening 710a is opened in the opening / closing execution mode, the winning easy state can be continued. However, the number of FNs reserved for the normal figure is less than 4, which is the upper limit, and the game round on the normal figure side may be started in a situation where the number of memories is smaller than the upper limit. Therefore, the easy-to-win state will end after a while (the FN of the reserved memory number of the normal figure gradually decreases). By doing so, it is possible to limit the period during which the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result can be performed, and while suppressing the rise in the ball ejection rate, the above-mentioned novel playability is realized. It becomes possible.

Further, in this case, the timing at which the opening / closing execution mode based on the special hit result is executed can also be involved in the continuity of the winning easy state. For example, if the through gate 35 is awarded immediately after the game round on the Fuzu side is started in the easy-to-win state and the upper prize opening 710a is opened, the next Fuzu game round is up. Although the game starts while the big prize opening 710a is open, the game starts when the number of pending information is the upper limit, and the next normal game game starts with the upper big prize opening 710a closed. It will be started after that. Therefore, in this case, there is room for replenishing the reserved information on the normal drawing side after the upper prize opening 710a is closed, and it is possible to continue the winning easy state (it is possible to reach the upper limit again). can).

Further, it suffices as long as the opening / closing execution mode based on the special winning result can be executed in the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side, and even if the big hit result is not provided as a result of the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side. good. In addition, as a result of the winning / failing lottery on the second special figure side, a big hit result in which a small number (for example, twice) of round games is performed instead of the special hit result or in addition to the special hit result is provided, and it becomes easy to win a prize. Therefore, the configuration may be such that the small number of round games are frequently performed. In this case, the result of a small number of round games may be won, for example, 198/200, and the result of more round games, for example, 1/200 may be won. In this case, the remaining 1/200 may be the result of deviation.

(42) In the first modification of the fourth embodiment, the branch round of whether the upper prize opening 710a is open or the lower prize opening 700a is open is set as the final round. However, another round in the open / close execution mode based on the jackpot result may be a branch round. For example, the first round (first round) may be a branch round, or the middle round may be a branch round. Further, depending on the type of jackpot result, which round the branch round is executed may be different. Further, which round may be a branch round, and the number of rounds to be a branch round may be determined by lottery or the like.

(43) In the first modification of the fourth embodiment, the first special round effect or the second special round effect is executed in the branch round, but the first round is different from the branch round. It may be configured to execute a special round production (blessing production). In this case, it is possible to make it seem as if the branch round exists in a round different from the final round.

(44) In the first modification of the fourth embodiment, the first special round effect and the second special round effect are executed in the branch round, but from the round before the branch round. , The first special round effect and the second special round effect may be started, and it may be possible to determine which round effect will be used in the branch round. In addition, although the configuration is such that the first special round effect and the second special round effect are executed during the round game of the branch round, the first special round effect and the second special round effect including the interval period before or after the branch round are included. It may be configured to execute the production.

(45) Needless to say, the first special round effect, the second special round effect, the normal round effect, and the special hit round effect in the first modification of the fourth embodiment are not limited to the above. ..

(46) In the second modification of the fourth embodiment, the switching of the normal map variation display time table occurs based on the transition to the open / close execution mode, and the variable display time of the normal map game times is changed. Although the configuration can be different from the fluctuation display time up to, the specific normal map fluctuation display time is set when the open / close execution mode is simply set without causing the switching of the normal map fluctuation display time table. It may be a processing configuration (a processing configuration in which the variable display time is set without referring to the variable display time table).

(47) In the second modification of the fourth embodiment, when the upper prize opening 710a is opened for the normal figure fluctuation display time started in the situation where the normal figure hold storage number FN is the upper limit number. The variable display time that can be a normal game time longer than the shortest duration of As a configuration in which a longer variable display time can be selected as compared with the above, a configuration in which the easy winning state can be continued even when the upper prize opening 710a is opened may be used.

(48) In the second modification and the third modification of the fourth embodiment, the total period of the period in which the upper prize opening 710a is open and the interval period is set to be a fixed period. However, in the round game in which the upper prize opening 710a is opened, the length of the interval period may be set according to the period in which the upper prize opening 710a is open. In this case, it is preferable that the interval period becomes longer as the upper prize opening 710a is closed earlier, and an interval period is set long enough to replenish the reserved information on the normal drawing side in the interval period. A possible configuration is preferred.

(49) In the second modification and the third modification of the fourth embodiment, the interval period is changed according to the length of the round game, but the reserved information on the normal drawing side is supplemented. The interval period may be set to a length that can be used, and the length of the interval period may not be changed.

(50) In the battle production of the third modification of the fourth embodiment, the configuration is such that 10 enemy characters are defeated each time one ball is won in the upper prize opening 710a, but each ball is defeated. The number of enemy characters may be different. In this case, it is advisable to adjust the number of enemy characters to be defeated based on the previous prizes so that the enemy characters are annihilated when the maximum number of prizes is won. For example, as a predetermined number of winnings, 55 bodies will be defeated at the time of the first winning (at the time of winning the first ball), but at the time of subsequent winnings, 5 enemy characters will be defeated as a smaller number. May be good.

Further, the number of enemy characters to be defeated may be set according to the remaining time of the winning assistance duration at the time of winning the upper prize winning opening 710a. For example, in a situation where the remaining time of the winning assistance duration is long, a large number of enemy characters are defeated, but in a situation where the remaining time is short, a small number of enemy characters are defeated. good.

Further, the number of enemy characters to be defeated may be set based on the remaining time of the winning assistance duration at the time of winning the upper prize winning opening 710a and the number of winnings in the current round game. For example, if the remaining time of the winning assistance duration is shorter than the product of the remaining number up to the maximum winning number and the firing cycle, the winning assistance duration will be 0 by the end of the round game, so that the number is small. The structure may be such that the enemy character cannot be defeated even if the enemy character is defeated or a prize is awarded.

(51) In the battle production of the third modification of the fourth embodiment, if the remaining time of the winning assistance duration is shorter than the product of the remaining number up to the upper limit winning number and the firing cycle, the winning assistance is provided. The number of colored heart marks on the HP display may be set to 0 without waiting for the elapse of the duration, and the defeat effect may be set. In this case, for example, the enemy character may have a strong attack (damage-giving effect) that is different from the normal attack, and for example, a special move (jump + bite) may be performed on the main character. ..

(52) In the battle production of the third modification of the fourth embodiment, after the start of the round game, until a predetermined period elapses, the winning assistance duration elapses, or the remaining number up to the maximum winning number. Even if the remaining time of the winning assistance duration is shorter than the product of the firing cycle, the configuration may be such that the defeat effect is not generated. This is because if the defeat effect is generated too early after the start of the round, the interest in the round game may be diminished.

(53) In the battle effect of the third modification of the fourth embodiment, the number of enemy characters at the start is fixed, but the number of enemy characters at the start may be different. For example, the number of enemy characters at the start may be different depending on the length of the winning assistance duration at the start of the round game. Specifically, the longer the winning assistance duration at the start of the round game, the smaller the number of enemy characters at the start may be set.

(54) In the battle effect of the third modification of the fourth embodiment, the strength may be set for the enemy character to appear. For example, if the winning assistance duration is short and there is a high possibility that the winning assistance duration will be 0 by the end of the round game, even if a strong enemy character appears and a prize is generated, it will not be defeated. good. Conversely, if the winning assistance duration is long and there is a high possibility that the round game will end earlier than the winning assistance duration becomes 0, a weak enemy character will appear and a prize will be generated. You may increase the number of enemy characters to be defeated.

(55) Needless to say, in the battle effect of the third modification of the fourth embodiment, the main character, the enemy character, the number of enemies, the HP display, and the like are not limited to the above.

(56) As in the third modification of the fourth embodiment, the winning timing to the through gate 53, the number of holdings on the normal drawing side, the variable display time on the normal drawing side, and the upper variable winning device 710. When the battle effect is performed in relation to the winning timing of the game ball, the winning rate to the upper variable winning device 710 may be changed depending on the firing strength of the game ball. Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 92, the upper variable winning device is used when the game ball is fired so as to flow down the left route 1 and when the game ball is fired so as to flow down the left route 2. The arrangement of the upper variable winning device 710, the through gate 35, and the electric accessory 66 may be set so that the arrival rate to the 710 is different. More specifically, in the situation where the upper variable winning device 710 is in the open state, the winning rate to the upper variable winning device 710 when the left route 1 is caused to flow down by firing the game ball at the first firing intensity. And the winning rate to the upper variable winning device 710 when the left route 2 is made to flow down by firing the game ball with a second firing intensity different from (stronger than that) the first firing intensity. The arrangement (gauge configuration) of the upper variable winning device 710, the nail 69, etc. may be set so that the left route 1 has a higher winning rate than the left route 2). By doing so, in order to win in the above-mentioned battle production, the playability such as adjusting the firing intensity so as to increase the winning rate to the upper variable winning device 710 is clarified, and the interest is improved.

(57) As in the fourth modification of the fourth embodiment, the upper variable winning device 710 is configured so that the game ball can pass between the through gate 35 and the upper variable winning device 710. A nail 69 or the like may be arranged so that the game ball does not reach the through gate 35 without passing through the provided position. In this case, in a situation where the upper opening / closing door 710b of the upper variable winning device 710 is in the open state, it is restricted to win a prize in the through gate 35 without colliding with the upper opening / closing door 710b. That is, when the upper opening / closing door 710b is in the open state, only the game ball spilled from the upper opening / closing door 710b, not the upper opening / closing door 710a side, can win the through gate 35. By doing so, it is possible to allow the through gate 35 to win a prize in a situation where the upper variable winning device 710 is open, but to minimize the winning, and it is easy to win a prize. Can be facilitated.

(58) As in the fourth modification in the fourth embodiment, even in the case where the upper variable winning device 710 is in the open state, there is still room for winning the through gate 35. The positional relationship between the variable winning device 710 and the through gate 35, the presence / absence of the guide nail groups 69g and 69h, and their arrangement are not limited to those described above.

(59) In the fourth modification of the fourth embodiment, most of the game balls that reach the upper variable winning device 710 when the upper winning opening 710a is in the open state go to the upper winning opening 710a. A part of the prizes was won, and a part of them spilled from the upper opening / closing door 710b to win the through gate 35, but the winning ratio to the upper prize opening 710a and the through gate 35 is not limited to the above. For example, most of them may win the through gate 35, and some of them may win the upper prize opening 710a. By reducing the winning rate to the upper prize opening 710a, it is possible to make it difficult to end the winning easy state, and it is possible to enjoy one round game for a long time. In this case, since the winning ratio to the large winning opening 710a decreases, the number of shot balls until the end of the opening / closing execution mode increases, and the ball held after the opening / closing execution mode does not decrease the winning ratio of the large winning opening 710a. May be less. However, since the easy-to-win state will continue by lowering the winning ratio, it is considered that the player feels favorable from that point of view. Therefore, there is no inconvenience even if the number of balls held, which is substantially increased in the open / close execution mode, is reduced.

Further, assuming that the winning ratios to the upper prize opening 710a and the through gate 35 are the same or almost the same, the game ball that reaches the upper variable winning device 710 when the upper prize opening 710a is in the open state is A game to enjoy which one to win will be added, and it will be possible to improve the playability.

(60) In the fourth modification of the fourth embodiment, the position where the game ball flowing down from above when the upper opening / closing door 710b is in the open state is received (the upper opening / closing door 710b in the open state). A rolling portion on which the game ball can roll is provided on the upper surface), and the gaming ball that has reached the upper variable winning device 710 wins a prize in the upper large winning opening 710a or a through gate depending on the rolling mode in the rolling portion. It may be configured so that whether or not a prize is won in 35 changes. By doing so, it becomes possible to make the behavior of the game ball more enjoyable.

(61) In the fourth modification of the fourth embodiment, the upper prize opening 710a and the upper prize opening 710a are passed through depending on the arrival timing of the upper variable winning device 710 during the round game in which the upper prize opening 710a is opened. The winning ratio to the gate 35 may be changed. For example, the opening ratio (opening angle, displacement angle, displacement mode) of the upper opening / closing door 710b is changed according to the elapsed time from the start in the round game, and the winning rate to the upper winning opening 710a is changed, thereby reaching. The winning ratio of the upper large winning opening 710a and the through gate 35 of the game ball may be changed. More specifically, for example, after the start of the round game, the upper prize opening 710a is easier to win than the through gate 35, and after the predetermined timing, the through gate is easier than the upper prize opening 710a. The configuration may be such that 35 is easier to win, or vice versa.

(62) Even if the configuration for changing the winning rate to the through gate 35 is not based on the upper variable winning device 710 as in the fifth modification and the sixth modification of the fourth embodiment. When the winning rate to the through gate 35 decreases, the winning rate to other winning units (for example, the general winning opening 61) may be improved. For example, in the fifth modification, when the movable accessory 820 is displaced from the retracted state to the protruding state and the winning of the through gate 35 is restricted, it becomes easier to win a prize in the predetermined general winning opening 61, and the movable accessory By displacing the 820 from the protruding state to the retracted state, the through gate 35 may be allowed to win a prize, while the predetermined general winning opening 61 may be restricted from winning a prize. Further, for example, in the sixth modification, the rotating body 800 is arranged in a position where the accommodating portion 810 of the rotating body 800 faces upward so that the rotating body 800 is formed into an elliptical shape, and the rotating body 800 is accommodated. A part is arranged at a position that becomes a barrier for winning to the predetermined general winning opening 61, the winning to the predetermined general winning opening 61 is restricted, and the accommodating portion 810 of the rotating body 800 rotates from a position facing upward. As a result, a part of the rotating body may be arranged at a position that does not become a barrier to winning the predetermined general winning opening 61, and the winning to the predetermined general winning opening 61 may be permitted. ..

(63) The shape, arrangement, displacement mode, and the like of the movable accessory 820 in the fifth modification of the fourth embodiment are not limited to those described above. For example, the movable accessory 820 is used as a distribution valve that can move left and right, and by operating on one side, the winning of the through gate 35 is restricted, and by operating on the other side, the winning of the through gate 35 is allowed. It may be configured to do so.

(64) In the fifth modification and the sixth modification of the fourth embodiment, the movable accessory 820 and the rotating body 800 are configured to operate periodically, but the period is not limited to the above. .. Specifically, it may be configured to operate in a cycle longer than the firing cycle of the game ball. Further, the start timing of the cycle may be, for example, when the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned on, as the start timing of the open / close execution mode, or as the start timing of the special figure game times or the normal figure game times. ..

(65) In the case of the configuration in which the upper variable winning device 710, the movable accessory 820, or the like is arranged on the upstream side of the through gate 35 in the fourth embodiment, at least a part of the through gate 35 is the upper variable winning device 710. When the upper variable winning device 710 is opened or the movable accessory 820 is displaced to the protruding position by being placed at a position where it overlaps with the movable accessory 820 or the like, the winning rate to the through gate 35 is increased. The configuration may be such that a part of the through gate 35 does not vertically overlap with the upper variable winning device 710, the movable accessory 820, or the like.

Further, even if the through gate 35 does not vertically overlap with the upper variable winning device 710, the movable accessory 820, etc., the upper variable winning device 710 is opened or the movable accessory 820 is displaced to the protruding position. By doing so, any configuration may be used as long as it creates a barrier for the flow to the through gate 35. For example, when the upper variable winning device 710 is a so-called electric tulip type accessory in which a wing member that can be displaced in the lateral direction is opened and closed, the wing member is displaced in the lateral direction to win a prize in the upper prize opening 710a. In a situation where it is easy, when the wing member displaced in the lateral direction and the through gate 35 overlap each other vertically, while the wing member is displaced in the opposite direction and the winning of the upper prize opening 710a is restricted. , The wing member and the through gate 35 may not overlap each other vertically.

(66) In the fourth embodiment, when the upper variable winning device 710, the movable accessory 820, or the like is arranged on the upstream side of the through gate 35, and then the upper variable winning device 710 is opened or movable. The winning rate to the through gate 35 is reduced when the accessory 820 is displaced to the protruding position, but the upper variable winning device 710 is opened or the movable accessory 820 is displaced to the protruding position. The positional relationship between the through gate 35 and the upper variable winning device 710 and the movable accessory 820 is not limited to the above. For example, an accessory that operates in conjunction with the opening / closing operation of the upper opening / closing door 710b of the upper variable winning device 710 and the front-back operation of the movable accessory 820 is provided, and when the upper opening / closing door 710b is displaced to the open state or the movable accessory 820 is provided. The accessory may be configured to operate as a barrier to winning a prize in the through gate 35 when the door is displaced to the protruding position. In this case, the upper variable winning device 710 and the movable accessory 820 may not be arranged on the upstream side of the through gate 35.

(67) In the fourth embodiment, the upper variable winning device 710 is opened to reduce the winning rate to the through gate 35, but the upper variable winning device 710 is opened. As a result, the winning rate to the through gate 35 may be improved, and the winning rate to the through gate 35 may be lowered by closing the upper variable winning device 710. In this case, it is possible to realize a new game property, such as a transition to an easy winning state by performing a round game by the upper variable winning device 710.

(68) In the fifth embodiment, the position of the second through gate 850 is not limited to the downstream side of the through gate 35 or the electric accessory 66 or the upper side of the through gate 35, and is another position. May be good. For example, the game ball flowing down the right route may be placed at a position where a prize can be won (to the right of the variable display unit 67).

(69) In the fifth embodiment described above, a plurality of second through gates 850 are provided, and the normal figure game is executed while the normal figure game based on the winning of one second through gate 850 is being executed. Each second through gate 850 may be arranged so that a game ball different from the trigger game ball can win a prize in another second through gate 850. By doing so, depending on the behavior of the flow of the game ball, the winning of one second through gate 850 and the winning of another second through gate 850 may be continuous, and the winning of the consecutive winnings may occur. It is possible to increase the number of reserved memory FNs. Therefore, it is possible to increase the chances of winning a prize in the second operating port 63 and the chance of shifting to an easy winning state.

(70) In the fifth embodiment, the second through gate 850 is provided at a position where the game ball passing through the through gate 35 always passes, or at a position where most of the game balls passing through the through gate 35 pass. It may be configured. By doing so, the chance that the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure becomes one or more increases, and it becomes possible to easily generate a prize in the second operating port 63 or a transition to an easy-to-win state.

(71) In the case of the configuration in which the through gates capable of continuously winning are provided in the fifth embodiment, the interval between the plurality of through gates may be set as the interval at which the game ball flows down in a time longer than the cycle of the normal game. good. In this case, the time required for the flow can be changed by the nail 69 or the like at the interval between the plurality of through gates, and the game ball flows down in a time longer than the cycle of the normal game and the cycle of the normal game. However, the configuration may be such that the game ball may flow down in a short time.

(72) In the fifth embodiment, the second through gate 850 may be provided between the through gate 35 and the electric accessory 66.

(73) In the first modification of the fifth embodiment, distribution is performed to the first route R1 in which one normal map reservation information is acquired and the second route R2 in which two normal map reservation information is acquired. Although the configuration is such that the information is distributed by the valve 867, the number of general map reservation information acquired by the distribution to each route is not limited to these. For example, it may be configured to be divided into a route in which one fuzu hold information is acquired and a route in which three or more fuzu hold information is acquired, and the number of fuzu hold information acquired by the distributed route is Any configuration that can be different will do.

(74) In the first modification of the fifth embodiment, the configuration is such that the distribution valve 867 distributes to two routes, but a configuration that can distribute to more routes than this is also possible. For example, in addition to the route from which one fuzu hold information is acquired and the route from which two fuzu hold information is acquired, the configuration may be such that the route can be distributed to three routes from which the fuzu hold information is acquired. .. Further, in the case of a configuration in which the information is distributed to three or more routes, the number of the reserved information on the map may be different for each route, or the same number of reserved information on the map may be acquired for each route. It may be a configuration in which a route to be used exists.

(75) In the first modification of the fifth embodiment, the distribution rate between the first route R1 and the second route R2 is not limited to the above. The second route R2 may be configured to be more easily distributed than the first route R1.

(76) As in the first modification of the fifth embodiment, the distribution valve 867 has a configuration in which the number of reserved information to be acquired differs depending on the distribution of the distribution valve 867. The distribution mode (operation mode) is set to be periodic, but the distribution mode (operation mode) is changed depending on the gaming state (game situation) in addition to or in addition to the configuration in which this periodic operation is constantly performed. It may be configured. That is, the first gaming state in which the distribution control of the distribution valve 867 is performed so that the distribution rate to the first route R1 (second route R2) becomes the first rate, and the first route R1 (second route R2). ) Has a second gaming state in which the distribution of the distribution valve 867 is controlled so that the distribution rate to) is a second rate different from the first rate, and these first games are based on the establishment of predetermined conditions. It is a configuration that shifts between the state and the second gaming state. Specifically, as the first game state, for example, in the normal game state, the distribution control of the distribution valve 867 is executed so that the distribution to the first route R1 is easier than the second route R2, and the second game is performed. As a state, for example, in the open / close execution mode, the distribution control of the distribution valve 867 may be executed so that the distribution to the second route R2 is easier than the first route R1.

(77) In the first modification of the fifth embodiment, the electric accessory 870 is provided so that both the game ball flowing down the first route R1 and the game ball flowing down the second route R2 can win a prize. However, the electric accessories may be individually provided on each of the routes R1 and R2.

Further, although the electric accessory is provided on one route, the electric accessory is not provided on the other route, that is, the game ball flowing down the one route can enter and flows down the other route. The game ball may be configured to be provided with an electric accessory that cannot be entered. In this case, it is preferable to provide an electric accessory so that the game ball flowing down the route (first route R1 in the above embodiment) side that can be easily distributed can enter the ball.

(78) In the second modification of the fifth embodiment, the position where the rolling portion 880 is provided may be, for example, a position adjacent to the display screen 75a. It is considered that the player usually enjoys the whereabouts of the game by the display effect of the display screen 75a, but the structure is such that the rolling surface 881 in the rolling unit 880 can be confirmed without moving the player's line of sight so much. By doing so, it is possible to fully enjoy the rolling of the game ball on the rolling surface 881 together with the display effect. As a location adjacent to the display screen 75a, for example, if the display screen 75a is located below, to the right, or to the left, a lead-out passage 891 to 893 through which a game ball falling from the drop port 882 to 884 of the rolling surface 881 passes is arranged. The display screen 75a does not become a barrier to the arrangement thereof, and is preferable.

(79) In the second modification of the fifth embodiment as well, the number of through gates provided in each of the lead-out passages 891 to 893 (the number of acquisitions of the reserved storage number FN) is the same as in the other modifications. Not limited to the above. Further, the number of the lead-out passages 891 to 893, the ratio of which lead-out passages 891 to 893 are led out, and the like are not limited to those described above, as in the other modifications.

(80) In the second modification of the fifth embodiment, the electric accessory 66 may be provided at a position derived from the lead-out passages 891 to 893. In this case, the electric accessory 66 may be provided in each of the lead-out passages 891 to 893, or a game ball derived from any of the lead-out passages 891 to 893 as in the first modification can be entered. It may be configured to provide one electric accessory.

(81) In the second modification of the fifth embodiment, the rolling portion 880 is derived from the passing region through which the game ball flowing down the left route passes, but the entrance of the passing region is It is not limited to the left route and may be in another position. Further, the game ball flowing down the game area PE without passing through the passing area may reach the rolling portion 880 as it is.

(82) In the second modification of the fifth embodiment, the configuration of the rolling unit 880 for leading the game ball to the lead-out passages 891 to 893 is not limited to the above. For example, the rolling surface 881 may have a movable configuration instead of a fixed configuration, and may be configured to move left and right or back and forth like a wave to change the behavior of the game ball. Further, it is not a configuration in which the same rolling surface 881 can be dropped from all the falling ports 882 to 884, but a configuration having a plurality of rolling surfaces, and each rolling surface is arranged so as to generate a step, and then a plurality of these. A drop port 882 to 884 may be provided on each of the rolling surfaces of the above. More specifically, for example, a first drop port 882 is provided on the first rolling surface, a second drop port 883 is provided on the second rolling surface, and a third drop port 884 is provided on the third rolling surface. Is provided, and a step is provided on the first to third rolling surfaces so that the game ball can fall in the order of the first rolling surface → the second rolling surface → the third rolling surface. .. Then, on the first rolling surface, for example, it is entertained whether it falls from the first falling port 882 or the second rolling surface, and on the second rolling surface, it falls from the second falling port 883. It is also possible to configure routes in which different numbers of reserved information are acquired on the normal drawing side are distributed in multiple stages, such as entertaining whether to do so or to fall on the third rolling surface. This also applies to other modified examples.

(83) In the third modification and the fourth modification of the fifth embodiment, the number of reserved storages FN in the normal figure is the upper limit minus one (a number smaller than the number of continuous throughs) (three). ) Is easy to maintain, and one pending information is likely to be vacant, and the number of reserved storages FN in the normal figure is likely to be maintained at the upper limit minus 2 (the number of continuous throughs) (2) or less. Therefore, the variable display time table for normal drawings was set so that two or more reserved information are likely to be vacant, but the number of reserved information acquired by continuous through winning is different in each state. However, the number of free pending information in each state is not limited to the above. For example, when the number of continuous through gates is three instead of two, the number of reserved storage FNs in the normal figure is easily maintained at three, which is the upper limit minus one, and the upper limit is minus two. The variable display time table for ordinary drawings may be set so that a state in which the number of pieces is easily maintained and a state in which the number of pieces is easily maintained in the upper limit minus 3 pieces or less may occur. In this case, by passing through the continuous through, it is possible to create a state in which one piece of normal figure hold information is easily acquired, a state in which two pieces are easily acquired, and a state in which three pieces are easily acquired.

(84) In the third modification and the fourth modification of the fifth embodiment, the relationship between the digestion rate of the reserved information and the replenishment rate of the reserved information is adjusted by using the length of the set variable display time. However, the configuration was set to adjust the free number of FN for the number of reserved memory in the normal map, but the relationship between the digestion speed of the hold information and the replenishment speed of the hold information was adjusted by other parameters. It may be configured to adjust the number. Other parameters include, for example, the time (support time) in which the electric accessory 66 is maintained in the open state when the lottery in the normal drawing game is the open result, and the stop display time as in the fourth modification. It may be configured to change the digestion rate. Further, as in the distribution valve 867 and the like of the first modification in the fifth embodiment, the replenishment speed of the reserved information is changed by adjusting the winning frequency to the through gates 858, 859 and the like. May be good.

Further, the upper limit number of the reserved information that can be stored may be changed depending on the game state to adjust the free number of the reserved storage number FN. For example, a state in which the upper limit of the number of storable information can be set to 1 and a state in which the maximum number of hold information can be stored is set to 1, and one state in which one hold information is easily acquired and two states in which hold information is easily acquired at the time of continuous through winning. It may be configured to set and.

(85) In the third modification and the fourth modification of the fifth embodiment, the state in which the hold information is easily acquired by the number of continuous through gates (second state) is digested in the normal game. The variable display time in which the speed is faster than the replenishment speed, and the variable display time slightly longer than that (in the third modification, the variable display time in which the replenishment speed is faster than the digestion speed of the normal game). Although it was realized by combining the above, it may be configured to be realized only by the variable display time in which the digestion rate is faster than the replenishment rate. In this case, the number of empty spaces in the number of FNs held in the normal map tends to be larger than the number of through gates, and specifically, the number of FNs held in the normal map tends to be less than two. By doing so, the structure of the variable display time table can be made simpler. However, if this is done, it will be difficult to maintain the winning easy state in the third modification, so the above combination is preferable.

(86) In the third modification of the fifth embodiment, the variation display time on the special drawing side based on the winning of the second operating port 63 may be changed between the first state and the second state. .. Specifically, the second state, in which the second operating port 63 is more likely to win when the winning is easy, is on the special drawing side based on the winning in the second operating port 63 than in the first state. Shorten the variable display time. By doing so, it is possible to speed up the digestion speed of the reserved information on the special drawing side based on the winning of the second operating port 63, and the benefit of increasing the frequency of winning the second operating port 63 is fully achieved. You can enjoy it.

(87) In the third modification of the fifth embodiment, the winning / failing lottery on the second special drawing side may be performed based on the winning of the second operating port 63. That is, it may be configured to be in an advantageous state in which a special hit result is likely to be obtained by being in a state in which a prize is easily won. In this case, since the winning rate to the second operating port 63 is different between the first state and the second state when the winning is easy state, the winning easy state is achieved between the first state and the second state. It is possible to change the frequency of the special hit result in the case of. That is, it is possible to create a plurality of game states having different execution frequencies of the open / close execution mode based on the special hit result.

(88) In the fourth modification of the fifth embodiment, the configuration may be advantageous to the player by maintaining the state in which the reserved storage number FN is equal to or higher than a predetermined number. As a predetermined number, the number is 3 in the first state where only one piece of the normal figure hold information is easily acquired by winning one continuous through, and the number is 2 in the second state where two pieces of the normal figure hold information are easy to be acquired. It would be nice to have it. In particular, by presenting to the player the merit of maintaining the normal figure reserved memory number FN at 3 in the first state, the launch mode of the game ball is adjusted in the first state, and the normal figure reserved memory number FN is 2. It is possible to maintain the situation where the number is less than the number of pieces, and suppress the act of acquiring two pieces of the normal figure hold information even in the first state.

As a merit of maintaining the number of reserved memory FNs of 3 in the first state, for example, in the first state, the open result is obtained in the situation where the number of reserved FNs of the figure is 3 or more. It is conceivable that the opening time of the third variable winning device 910 is lengthened to increase the substantially V winning rate as compared with the case where the opening result is two or less.

(89) In the fourth modification of the fifth embodiment, the third variable winning device 910 is opened when the winner is won in the winning / losing lottery for the general drawing, and the inside of the third variable winning device 910 is set. The 16-round open / close execution mode is executed by the 4th variable winning device 900 by the V winning of the above. 2 The configuration may be such that the reserved information on the special drawing side can be acquired. In addition, if a prize is won in the winning / failing lottery for the general drawing, the prize ball based on the prize in the third variable prize device 910 is configured so that the prize in the third variable prize device 910 is allowed but the V prize does not occur. It may be a playability to give.

(90) Needless to say, in the fourth modification of the fifth embodiment, the probability of winning a V when the third variable winning device 910 is opened is not limited to the above. Further, the probability of winning the V may be calculated as the ratio of the number of times the V prize is generated to the number of times the third variable prize device 910 is opened, or the third variable prize device 910 may be calculated. May be configured to be calculated as the ratio of the length of time in the situation where V winning may occur to the length of time when is in the open state, or the ratio of the number of V winnings to the number of winnings in the third variable winning device 910. It may be configured as calculated as.

(91) In the fourth modification of the fifth embodiment, the third variable winning device 910 is opened when the result is opened by the winning / losing lottery on the normal drawing side. As in the embodiment, when the winning / failing lottery on the normal drawing side results in an opening result, the special drawing side operating port is allowed to win a prize, and the special drawing side based on the winning on the special drawing side operating opening. The third variable winning device 910 may be opened when the winner is won by the winning or losing lottery.

(92) In each of the above embodiments, the winning is easily achieved by increasing the FN of the reserved memory number of the normal figure, but other information of the lottery system on the normal figure side (for example, the open random number counter C4 or the normal figure). The prize may be easily won depending on the lottery information of the variation type counter C5, the acquisition timing of the lottery information, and the like. In addition to the second normal game state (easy-to-win state) in each of the above embodiments, the so-called high-frequency support mode and the electric chew mode are also shifted by the lottery system on the normal drawing side instead of the lottery system on the special drawing side. It may be configured.

(93) Other types of pachinko machines different from the above embodiments, for example, a pachinko machine in which the electric accessory is opened a predetermined number of times when a game ball enters a specific area of the special device, or a game in a specific area of the special device. The present invention can also be applied to a pachinko machine in which a right is generated when a ball enters and becomes a big hit, 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. Or, after the reel has stopped after a predetermined time has elapsed, 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 paying out a medal 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.

<About the invention group extracted from each of the above embodiments>
Hereinafter, the characteristic configurations extracted from each of 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.

The invention described in each of the following feature groups is described in the invention "as a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine, provided with a ball entry portion into which a game ball can enter, and a predetermined invention is provided based on the entry of the game ball into the entry portion. With respect to the background technology of "a lottery process is known (see, for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-074175)", the invention "there is still room for improvement in improving the interest" is to be solved. It was done with a task.

<Characteristic A group>
Features A1. A launching means capable of launching a game ball (game ball launch mechanism 110) and
A ball entry section (through gate 35) where game balls can enter,
Information acquisition means (a function of executing a normal drawing hit / miss lottery by the main control device 162) for acquiring predetermined lottery information (normal figure variation type counter C5) based on the entry of a game ball into the ball entry section, and
A lottery means (a function of executing a through winning process by the main control device 162) that executes a predetermined lottery process based on the lottery information acquired by the information acquisition means, and
A first game execution means (a function of executing a normal game time control process by the main control device 162) for executing a first game (a normal game time) based on the lottery process being performed by the lottery means, and
Based on the lottery result of the lottery means, the second game (transition to the support state of the electric accessory 66) different from the first game is executed after the execution of the first game. A game execution means (a function of executing a game state transition process of a normal figure by the main control device 162) and
A hold storage means (electric service hold area) for holding and storing lottery information corresponding to the entry based on the fact that the game ball enters the entry portion during the execution of the first game or the second game. 643) and
Equipped with
In a predetermined case (in the case of the first normal gaming state), the first period (general game) from the entry of the gaming ball into the entry portion to the end of the second game corresponding to the entry. A gaming machine characterized in that the period) is configured to be shorter than the second period corresponding to the firing cycle of the gaming ball in the launching means.

In the above configuration, the lottery process and the first game are executed based on the entry of the game ball into the ball entry section, and if the result of the lottery process is a predetermined result, the second game is executed after the execution of the first game. Will be done. Under such a configuration, in a predetermined case, the first period from the entry of the game ball into the entry portion to the end of the second game corresponding to the entry corresponds to the launch cycle of the game ball. It is configured to be shorter than the second period. In this case, since the second game ends earlier than the next ball entering the ball entry portion, the reserved memory for which the first game has not been started is not added (or difficult to be added). As a result, if there is no hold memory, it is possible to easily maintain the state without hold memory while repeating a series of games from the entry into the ball entry portion to the second game.

Further, in the above configuration, the second game is completed earlier than the next ball entering the ball entry portion, so that the next ball entry is waited for when the next first game is executed. There will be a waiting period. As a result, the start timing of the first game and the second game depends on the timing of entering the ball. Such a relationship can be established in the same manner for any entry into the entry section while the state in which there is no hold memory is maintained, and the start timing of the second game is always set to the entry section. It becomes possible to associate it with the ball entry timing. On the other hand, when the hold memory occurs, the second game is started without waiting for the next ball to enter the ball entry section, so that the second game is executed regardless of the ball entry timing. Become. In this case, for example, there is a difference in the degree of advantage between the case where the second game is started depending on the timing of entering the ball and the case where the second game is started regardless of the timing of entering the ball. With the configuration that occurs, it is possible to shift to an advantageous gaming state according to the holding status. As a result, it is possible to provide an opportunity to shift to an advantageous gaming state even if a special gaming result such as a big hit is not obtained, and the interest is improved.

In addition, in the "second period corresponding to the launch cycle of the game ball", in addition to the launch cycle of the game ball, for example, the launch cycle such as the entry cycle of the game ball into the entry portion (entry interval) On the other hand, it can be understood that a period having a dependency or a relationship is included.

Feature A2. It is provided with means for setting the first period to a longer period (10.5 sec) than the second period (10.5 sec) based on the condition that a predetermined condition is satisfied (a function of setting the normal figure variation display time to 10 sec). The gaming machine according to the feature A1.

According to the above configuration, even if it is considered that the game is playable in that the hold memory does not occur (or is unlikely to occur) in the situation where there is no hold memory, the opportunity to generate the hold memory or increase the number of hold memories is appropriate. Can be secured. As a result, it is possible to prevent the situation where there is no reserved memory from becoming permanent, and it is possible to suppress the monotonicization of the game.

Feature A3. When the number of reserved storages in the reserved storage means is a predetermined number or more (4), the means for setting the first period to a longer period (1.1 sec) than the second period (normal figure variation display time is 0. The gaming machine according to feature A1 or A2, which is characterized by having a function of 6 sec.

According to the above configuration, when the number of reserved storages exceeds a predetermined number, the state can be stably maintained even after that. As a result, it is possible to prevent frequent switching between the case where the second game is started depending on the timing of entering the ball and the case where the second game is started regardless of the timing of entering the ball. .. As a result, it becomes possible for the player to calmly proceed with the game and to proceed with the game with peace of mind, and it is possible to easily play the game easily.

Feature A4. The ball entry section is provided as the first ball entry section.
A second ball entry section (second actuation port 63) that allows the game ball to enter and is different from the first entry section.
The first state (open state) in which the game ball can be accepted or easily accepted in the second entry portion, and the second state (closed state) in which the game ball cannot be accepted in the entry portion or is more difficult to accept than the first state. And, with a variable receiving means (electric accessory 66) that can be switched to
As the second game execution means, a variable acceptance control is performed in which the variable acceptance means is changed from the second state to the first state and then to the second state based on the lottery result of the lottery means being a predetermined result. The gaming machine according to any one of features A1 to A3, characterized in that it is provided with variable acceptance control means (a function of executing a normal-figure gaming state transition process by the main control device 162).

According to the above configuration, where variable acceptance control is performed as the second game, the timing of switching the variable acceptance means to the first state and the return from the first state to the second state are performed according to the hold status of the hold storage means. The timing can be changed. Thereby, it is possible to change the ease of entering the game ball into the variable receiving means based on the change in the holding status. As a result, it is possible to provide an opportunity for a player who does not have a special game result to play in an easy-to-enter state, and it is possible to improve the playability and familiarity.

Feature A5. The variable receiving means forms a receiving area (accepting area RA1) capable of receiving a game ball in a specific area (specific area RA2) when the second state is switched to the first state, and the receiving area. It is configured to accept the game ball received in the above-mentioned entry section.
When the number of reserved storages in the reserved storage means is a predetermined number or more (1 or more), the lengths of the execution interval of the variable acceptance control and the arrival interval of the game ball to the specific area are different. The gaming machine according to feature A4, characterized in that it is present.

According to the above configuration, the mutual length is set between the execution interval of the variable acceptance control when the number of reserved storages is equal to or more than a predetermined number and the arrival interval of the game ball to the specific area (the area where the acceptance area is formed). Because of the difference, the first state of the variable acceptance means is obtained by repeating a series of games from the entry into the ball entry portion to the second game (variable acceptance control) while the number of reserved memories is a predetermined number or more. It is possible to change the time difference (phase difference) between the timing of switching to (or the timing of returning from the first state to the second state) and the timing of reaching the specific region of the game ball. As a result, the ease with which the game ball can enter the second ball entry portion can be changed by the number of reserved memories becoming a predetermined number or more, and the game in which the number of reserved memories and the easy entry state are linked. It becomes possible to realize the sexuality.

In the feature A5, the "execution interval of the variable acceptance control" is defined as "the execution interval which is the period from the execution of the previous variable acceptance control to the execution of the later variable acceptance control" and "one of the variable acceptance controls". It may be read as "execution interval, which is the period from the execution of the acceptance control to the execution of the next variable acceptance control". Further, in the feature A5, the "arrival interval of the game ball to the specific area" is "the arrival interval which is the period from the arrival of the preceding game ball to the specific area to the arrival of the subsequent game ball to the specific area". Alternatively, it may be read as "the arrival interval, which is the period from when one game ball reaches the specific area to when the next game ball reaches the specific area".

Feature A6. The gaming machine according to feature A5, wherein the length of one of the execution interval and the arrival interval is a non-integer multiple of the length of the execution interval and the other arrival interval.

According to the above configuration, since the execution interval of the variable acceptance control and the arrival interval of the game ball to the specific area are asynchronous, the time difference can be surely changed, and the game to the second ball entry unit can be changed. It becomes possible to appropriately change the ease of entering the ball.

Feature A7. In the variable acceptance control, the length of the period during which the variable acceptance means is in the first state (opening time of the electric accessory 66) is the difference between the execution interval and the arrival interval (one time difference A and B). The gaming machine according to the feature A5 or A6, which is characterized in that the length is equal to or greater than the change width of the hit.

According to the above configuration, the difference between the execution interval of the variable acceptance control and the arrival interval of the game ball to the specific area becomes the change width for one time in the process of cumulatively changing the time difference, and the variable acceptance Since the length of the period in which the means is in the first state is set to a length equal to or longer than the change width, the arrival timing of the game ball to the specific region changes over the period in which the first state is set. Is suppressed. As a result, when the number of reserved memories is a predetermined number or more, it is possible to appropriately secure an opportunity for the game ball to enter the second ball entry section.

Feature A8. When the number of reserved storages in the reserved storage means is a predetermined number or more (1 or more), the means for fixing the execution interval of the variable acceptance control (the normal figure fluctuation display time when the number of reserveds is 4 is 0). The gaming machine according to any one of the features A5 to A7, which is characterized by having a function of fixing the electric accessory 66 to 0.1 sec and fixing the electric accessory 66 to 0.1 sec.

For example, if the number of reserved storages is equal to or greater than a predetermined number and the execution intervals of the variable acceptance control are diversified, the time difference changes irregularly while the series of games are repeated. In this case, it becomes difficult to grasp the ball entry rate to the second ball entry section (acceptance rate by the variable receiving means) at the design stage, which not only increases the design burden but also unexpectedly increases the ball entry rate during the game. There are concerns about inconveniences such as In this respect, according to this configuration, since the execution interval of the variable acceptance control can be stabilized, the time difference can be changed regularly. This makes it easier to grasp the ball entry rate to the second ball entry portion, and it is possible to suitably suppress the occurrence of the above-mentioned inconvenience.

Feature A9. The specific game ball that has entered the first ball entry portion is configured to be able to reach the specific area.
The gaming machine according to any one of features A5 to A8, wherein the arrival interval is the arrival interval of the specific gaming ball to the specific region.

According to the above configuration, while the state of the variable receiving means is switched based on the result of the lottery based on the entry into the first entry section, the game ball entering the first entry section is the second entry. It becomes a game that enjoys whether or not to enter the club, and it becomes easier for the player to grasp the flow from the entry into the first entry section to the entry into the second entry section as a series of games. Not only that, it is sufficient to pay attention to the game ball that has entered the first ball entry section, so that the point of interest can be clarified and the player's attention can be suppressed from being distracted. , It becomes possible to facilitate the understanding of playability.

In addition, the feature A9 "the specific game ball that has entered the first ball entry portion is configured to be reachable to the specific area" is "the first ball entry portion as a passing portion through which the game ball can pass". , And the specific game ball that has passed through the passing portion is configured to be able to reach the specific area. "

Feature A10. The gaming machine according to feature A9, which comprises means for guiding the specific gaming ball to the specific region (game nails 69a to 69d).

According to the above configuration, the game ball that has entered the ball entry portion can be stably reached in the specific area, and the player can easily play the game with peace of mind. Not only that, the arrival interval of the game ball to the specific area can be stabilized, and it becomes possible to easily grasp the ball entry rate to the second ball entry portion at the design stage.

Feature A11. The gaming machine according to feature A9 or A10, which comprises means (game nails 69a to 69d) for preventing a gaming ball different from the specific gaming ball from reaching the specific region.

According to the above configuration, it is suppressed that a game ball different from the specific game ball enters the arrival route to the specific area. As a result, it is possible to prevent another game ball from colliding with the specific game ball and hindering the arrival at the specific area, or to prevent a game ball other than the specific game ball from entering the second entry portion. It is possible to improve the sense of security of the person and the stability of the arrival interval. Not only that, the need to consider the entry of a game ball other than the specific game ball into the second entry portion at the design stage is alleviated, and the design load can be reduced.

Feature A12. The variable receiving means forms a receiving area (accepting area RA1) capable of receiving a game ball in a specific area (specific area RA2) when the second state is switched to the first state, and the receiving area. It is configured to accept the game ball received in the second entry section.
The specific game ball that has entered the first ball entry unit is configured to be able to reach the specific area, and the specific game ball reaches the specific area after the end of the variable acceptance control corresponding to the ball entry. The gaming machine according to any one of the features A4 to A11, wherein the required period until the specific gaming ball reaches the specific region is set.

According to the above configuration, in a situation where there is no hold memory, the game ball cannot enter (or is difficult to enter) in the second entry section, and the hold memory occurs in the second entry section. The game ball can be changed to a state in which it can be entered (or easily entered). That is, it is possible to realize the playability of shifting to the easy-to-enter state by generating the reserved memory. This not only provides an opportunity for a player who does not have a special game result to play in an easy-to-enter state, but also enhances the motivation to generate hold memory. It becomes possible to suitably increase the degree of attention to the game.

Feature A13. The first game executing means starts a game rounding operation by a predetermined notification means (character display unit 44), and ends the game rounding operation as a notification result corresponding to the lottery result of the lottery means. It is equipped with a time control means (a function to execute a normal game time control process by the main control device 162).
When the first period is shorter than the second period, the variable acceptance means is the first in the variable acceptance control than the period (normal figure variation display time) of the gaming operation in the gaming control means. The gaming machine according to any one of the features A4 to A12, which is configured to have a long period (opening time of the electric accessory 66) in one state.

According to the above configuration, since the period in which the variable receiving means is set to the first state is longer than the period of the game rotation operation, the first period is shorter than the second period and used for the first and second games. Even when the possible period is limited, the state in which the variable receiving means is set as the first state can be conspicuous. As a result, it is possible to easily give the player the impression that it is easy to enter the second ball entry portion, and it is possible to suitably arouse the motivation for the game.

Feature A14. The first game executing means starts a game rounding operation by a predetermined notification means (character display unit 44), and ends the game rounding operation as a notification result corresponding to the lottery result of the lottery means. It is equipped with a time control means (a function to execute a normal game time control process by the main control device 162).
When the first period is shorter than the second period, the game rotation control means is longer than the period (opening time of the electric accessory 66) in which the variable acceptance means is set to the first state in the variable acceptance control. The gaming machine according to any one of the features A4 to A13, characterized in that the notification period of the notification result is long.

Although it can be grasped in a relatively short time that the variable receiving means is operating, it is expected that it will take a certain period of time to recognize the content of the notification. In this respect, in this configuration, since the notification period of the notification result is longer than the period in which the variable receiving means is in the first state, the first period is shorter than the second period and used for the first and second games. Even if the possible period is limited, it is possible to facilitate the recognition of the notification result and suppress the confusion of the player.

Feature A15. A launching means capable of launching a game ball (game ball launch mechanism 110) and
A ball entry section (through gate 35) where game balls can enter,
Information acquisition means (a function of executing a normal drawing hit / miss lottery by the main control device 162) for acquiring predetermined lottery information (normal figure variation type counter C5) based on the entry of a game ball into the ball entry section, and
A lottery means (a function of executing a through winning process by the main control device 162) that executes a predetermined lottery process based on the lottery information acquired by the information acquisition means, and
A first game execution means (a function of executing a normal game time control process by the main control device 162) for executing a first game (a normal game time) based on the lottery process being performed by the lottery means, and
Based on the lottery result of the lottery means, the second game (transition to the support state of the electric accessory 66) different from the first game is executed after the execution of the first game. A game execution means (a function of executing a game state transition process of a normal figure by the main control device 162) and
A hold storage means (electric service hold area) for holding and storing lottery information corresponding to the entry based on the fact that the game ball enters the entry portion during the execution of the first game or the second game. 643) and
Equipped with
In a predetermined case, the first period (normal drawing game period) from the time when the game ball enters the ball entry section to the end of the second game corresponding to the entry into the ball entry section is the ball entry section. A gaming machine characterized in that it is configured to be shorter than the second period corresponding to the ball entry interval of the gaming ball.

According to the above configuration, the same effect as that of the above feature A1 is expected. In addition, the "interval between the ball entering the ball into the ball entering portion" of the feature A15 is "the period from the time when the preceding game ball enters the ball entering portion to the time when the succeeding game ball enters the ball entering portion". It may be read as "a certain ball entry interval". Further, each configuration described in any of the above features A2 to A14 may be applied to the feature A15.

Feature A16. A launching means capable of launching a game ball (game ball launch mechanism 110) and
A ball entry section (through gate 35) where game balls can enter,
Information acquisition means (a function of executing a normal drawing hit / miss lottery by the main control device 162) for acquiring predetermined lottery information (normal figure variation type counter C5) based on the entry of a game ball into the ball entry section, and
Specific game execution means (control by the main control device 162) for executing a specific game (shift to the support state of the normal game times and the electric accessory 66) based on the lottery information acquired by the information acquisition means. Function to execute processing and general game state transition processing),
A hold storage means (electric service hold area 643) for holding and storing lottery information corresponding to the entry based on the fact that the game ball has entered the entry portion during the execution of the specific game.
Equipped with
In a predetermined case, the specific period (normal game period) from the entry of the game ball into the entry portion to the end of the specific game corresponding to the entry is the predetermined period (the launch cycle of the game ball). A gaming machine characterized by being configured to be shorter than.

According to the above configuration, since the specific period from the entry of the game ball into the entry portion to the end of the specific game corresponding to the entry is shorter than the predetermined period, the entry is made. The specific game ends earlier than the next ball entering the club. As a result, the reserved memory for which the specific game has not been started is not added (or difficult to be added), and if there is no reserved memory, a series of games from entering the ball to the entry section to the specific game. It becomes possible to maintain the state where there is no hold memory while repeating.

Further, in the above configuration, the specific game is completed earlier than the next entry into the ball entry portion, so that when the next specific game is executed, a standby is made to wait for the next entry to occur. A period will occur. As a result, the start timing of the specific game depends on the timing of entering the ball. Such a relationship can be established in the same manner for any entry into the entry section while the state in which there is no hold memory is maintained, and the start timing of the specific game is always entered into the entry section. It becomes possible to associate it with the ball timing. On the other hand, when the hold memory occurs, the specific game is started without waiting for the next ball to enter the ball entry portion, so that the specific game is executed regardless of the ball entry timing. In this case, for example, there is a difference in the degree of advantage between the case where the specific game is started depending on the timing of entering the ball and the case where the specific game is started regardless of the timing of entering the ball. If so, it is possible to shift to an advantageous gaming state according to the holding situation. As a result, it is possible to provide an opportunity to shift to an advantageous gaming state even if a special gaming result such as a big hit is not obtained, and the interest is improved.

For each configuration of the above features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features C1 to C12, features D1 to D8, features E1 to E9, features F1 to F14, features G1 to G13, features H1 to H10, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of I1 to I12, features J1 to J8, features K1 to K13, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic B group>
Feature B1. A ball entry section (through gate 35) where game balls can enter,
Information acquisition means (a function of executing a normal drawing hit / miss lottery by the main control device 162) for acquiring predetermined lottery information (normal figure variation type counter C5) based on the entry of a game ball into the ball entry section, and
A lottery means (a function of executing a normal drawing winning / failing lottery by the main control device 162) that executes a predetermined lottery process based on the lottery information acquired by the information acquisition means, and
Specific game execution means (main control device 162 for controlling the game times and drawing) for executing the specific game (shifting to the support state of the game times and the electric accessory 66) according to the lottery result of the lottery means. Function to execute the game state transition process) and
A hold storage means (electric service hold area 643) for holding and storing lottery information corresponding to the entry based on the fact that the game ball has entered the entry portion during the execution of the specific game.
Equipped with
The first game state (first normal game state, low frequency support mode) and the second game state (second normal game state, medium frequency support mode) in which the degree of advantage for the player is relatively high or low as the game state. Have and
Based on the number of reserved storages of the reserved storage means being a predetermined number or more (1 or more), the gaming state is changed from the first gaming state to the second gaming state which is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state. A gaming machine characterized in that it is provided with means for making it so that it becomes a second normal gaming state or a medium frequency support mode when the number of reserved memory FNs is 1 or more.

According to the above configuration, when the number of reserved memories is increased, it is possible to provide not only the securing of the number of lottery times according to the increased amount but also the merit of changing to an advantageous second gaming state. As a result, the fun of increasing the number of reserved memories is enhanced, and it becomes possible to suitably arouse the motivation to enter the ball entry section. Further, according to the above configuration, it is possible to provide an opportunity to play in an advantageous second gaming state even if a special gaming result such as a big hit is not obtained. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player's interest from being concentrated only on the above-mentioned special game result, and to provide various ways of enjoying.

In addition, in feature B1, "means for making the reserved storage number of the reserved storage means ... the second gaming state" "the number of reserved storage of the reserved storage means is a predetermined number or more (1 or more)". Based on this, a transition means for shifting the gaming state from the first gaming state to the second gaming state, which is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state (when the reserved memory number FN is 1 or more). 2 Function to shift to the normal game state or the medium frequency support mode) ”may be read as.

Feature B2. The ball entry section is provided as the first ball entry section.
A second ball entry section (second actuation port 63) that allows the game ball to enter and is different from the first entry section.
A privilege granting means for granting a privilege to a player based on the entry of a game ball into the second entry unit (a function of shifting to an opening / closing execution mode for the second operating port 63 by the main control device 162, a payout control device). Prize ball function based on winning a prize in the second operating port 63 by 181) and
Equipped with
The gaming machine according to feature B1, wherein the second gaming state is such that the difficulty of entering the second ball entering portion is lower than that of the first gaming state.

According to the above configuration, in the second gaming state, it becomes easy for the game ball to enter the second ball entry portion, and it becomes easy to obtain the privilege based on the entry. As a result, when the number of reserved memories is increased, not only the number of lottery times corresponding to the increase is secured, but also the merit that the above-mentioned privilege can be easily obtained can be provided.

Feature B3. A second lottery means (a function of executing a special figure winning / failing lottery by the main control device 162) that executes a lottery process based on the game ball entering the second ball entry unit.
A special game execution means (main control device 162) that executes a special game (open / close execution mode) that is advantageous to the player based on the result of the lottery process by the second lottery means is executed. The gaming machine according to the feature B2, which is characterized in that it is provided with a function).

According to the above configuration, the special game is easily executed by the second game state. As a result, when the number of reserved memories is increased, not only the number of lottery times corresponding to the increase is secured, but also the merit that the special game can be easily executed can be provided.

Feature B4. The gaming machine according to any one of features B1 to B3, wherein the predetermined number is two or more.

For example, when the number of reserved storages, which is the trigger for the second gaming state, is set to 1, when the reserved storage occurs due to an event that could not be assumed at the design stage, the second gaming state is immediately set and the operation in the game hall is performed. There is a risk of hindrance. In this respect, according to this configuration, it is possible to secure a margin by setting the predetermined number to 2 or more, and it is possible to suppress the state of the second game due to the occurrence of an unexpected hold. Become.

Feature B5. Means for continuing the second gaming state on condition that the number of reserved storages is equal to or greater than a predetermined number when the second gaming state is reached (as long as the number of reserved storages FN in the figure is 1 or more, the second normal The gaming machine according to any one of features B1 to B4, which is characterized by having a function of continuing a gaming state or a medium frequency support state).

According to the above configuration, since the second gaming state is continued as long as the number of reserved memories is equal to or more than a predetermined number, it is possible to strongly arouse the motivation to maintain the number of reserved memories after the second gaming state is reached. can. As a result, the player's interest in whether or not the game ball enters the ball entry portion increases, and it becomes possible to improve the degree of attention to the game.

Feature B6. It is possible to switch between the first state (open state) where the game ball can enter or is easy to enter, and the second state (closed state) where the game ball cannot enter or is harder to enter than the first state. Variable entry section (variable winning device 65) and
A function of executing a game state transition process by the switching means (main control device 162) for switching the variable ball entry unit from the second state to the first state based on the establishment of a predetermined predetermined condition (big hit winning). )When,
A privilege granting means for granting a privilege to a player based on the entry of a game ball into the variable entry unit (a prize ball function based on a prize to the variable winning device 65 by the payout control device 181).
Equipped with
When a game ball enters the variable entry section, the entry into the entry section is avoided, or when the variable entry section is switched to the first state, the game ball enters the entry section. The gaming machine according to any one of the features B1 to B5, which is characterized in that the entry of the ball is hindered.

According to the above configuration, when a game ball enters the variable entry section, entry into the entry section is avoided, or when the variable entry section is switched to the first state, a game to the entry section is made. Since the entry of the ball is hindered, the variable entry portion is switched to the first state when a predetermined condition is satisfied, so that the number of reserved memories can be reduced. As a result, the second gaming state can be terminated, and it becomes possible to avoid the state from becoming permanent. At that time, since the second gaming state ends in exchange for granting the privilege based on the entry into the variable ball entry section, it is easier to obtain the player's understanding as compared with the case where the second gaming state only ends. Therefore, it becomes possible to reduce the dissatisfaction and disappointment of the player.

In addition, when the feature B6 is applied to the feature B2, "the privilege corresponding to the entry into the variable ball entry section is more advantageous to the player than the benefit corresponding to the entry into the second ball entry section. You may add the feature of "is". As a result, when the variable entry section is switched to the first state, it is more advantageous for the player to enter the variable entry section than to enter the entry section, and it is advantageous for the player to enter the variable entry section. It becomes possible to promote the ball suitably.

Further, when the feature B6 is applied to the feature B3, after deleting the configuration of the "special game execution means" of the feature B3, the configuration related to the switching means of the feature B6 is "result of the lottery process of the second lottery means". May switch the variable ball entry portion from the second state to the first state based on the specific result. " The second gaming state is a state in which entry into the second entry section is facilitated, but the end opportunity of the second gaming state is triggered according to the result of the lottery process based on entry into the second entry section. By making the configuration generate, it becomes difficult to avoid the end of the second gaming state and play the game. This makes it possible to reliably end the second gaming state.

Feature B7. As the switching means, a special case in which the variable ball entry control for changing the variable ball entry unit from the second state to the first state and then changing to the second state is executed at least once based on the condition that the predetermined condition is satisfied. It is equipped with a special game execution means (a function to execute a game state transition process by the main control device 162) for executing a game (open / close execution mode).
When the special game is executed by the special game execution means, the specific game execution means sets the execution period of the specific game to be longer than the execution period of the special game based on the condition that a predetermined specific condition is satisfied. The gaming machine according to feature B6, which is provided with a means for lengthening (a function of setting a normal map fluctuation display time to 200 sec).

In the above configuration, where the execution of the special game triggers the end of the second game state, the execution period of the specific game is made longer than the execution period of the special game when the specific condition is satisfied. In this case, the decrease in the reserved memory number during the execution of the special game is suppressed, and the reserved memory number can be maintained across the special game. As a result, if the predetermined condition that triggers the execution of the special game is satisfied under the second game state, the state can be continuously shifted to the second game state even after the end of the special game, and the second game state is continued. Will be possible.

Feature B8. As the special game, the first special game and the second special game, which is more advantageous to the player than the first special game, can be executed.
When the first special game is executed by the special game execution means, the specific game execution means sets the execution period of the specific game as the execution period of the first special game based on the fact that the specific condition is satisfied. The gaming machine according to feature B7, characterized in that it is provided with a means for making it longer (a function of setting a normal map fluctuation display time to 200 sec).

In the above configuration, there is a first special game on the disadvantage side and a second special game on the advantageous side, and when the former is executed, the second game state can be made continuous. As a result, the continuous execution of the second game state can be utilized as a remedy when the first special game on the disadvantage side is executed, and it becomes possible to improve the interest.

Feature B9. The ball entry section is provided as the first ball entry section.
A second ball entry section (second actuation port 63) that allows the game ball to enter and is different from the first entry section.
A privilege granting means for granting a privilege to a player based on the entry of a game ball into the second entry unit (a function of shifting to an opening / closing execution mode for the second operating port 63 by the main control device 162, a payout control device). Prize ball function based on winning a prize in the second operating port 63 by 181) and
A third ball entry section (first actuating port 62), which is arranged on the downstream side of the second entry section and allows a game ball that has not entered the ball to enter the second entry section, is provided.
The privilege granting means is a means for granting a privilege to a player based on the entry of a game ball into the third entry unit (a prize ball function based on a prize in the first operating port 62 by the payout control device 181). The gaming machine according to any one of the features B1 to B8.

According to the above configuration, since the game ball that did not enter the second entry section can enter the third entry section, it is a privilege even if the ball does not enter the second entry section. The opportunity to obtain is left. As a result, the expectation can be maintained even after the ball does not enter the second ball entry portion, and the player's interest in the whereabouts of the game ball is suppressed from disappearing prematurely.

Feature B10. The gaming machine according to feature B9, wherein the probability of entering a gaming ball into the first entry section is higher than the probability of entry of a gaming ball into the third entry section.

According to the above configuration, the entry of the game ball into the first entry section is easier than that of the third entry section, so that the former is made routine and the game for the first entry section is made. It can reduce one's attention. By that amount, the player's consciousness can be easily directed to the third ball entry section, and as a result, the number of reserved memories becomes more than a predetermined number, and it becomes difficult for the player to notice the process up to that point. can. As a result, it becomes easy to give the player the impression that the second gaming state suddenly occurs, and it becomes possible to suitably realize the surprise and joy of the player.

Feature B11. A second lottery means (a function of executing a special figure winning / failing lottery by the main control device 162) for executing a lottery process based on the entry of a game ball into the second entry section or the third entry section.
A special game execution means (game by the main control device 162) that executes a special game (opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the jackpot result) that is advantageous to the player based on the result of the lottery process by the second lottery means being a specific result. The gaming machine according to feature B9 or B10, which comprises a function of executing a state transition process).

According to the above configuration, there is an opportunity to execute a special game without entering the second ball entry section. As a result, the expectation can be maintained even after the ball does not enter the second ball entry portion, and the player's interest in the whereabouts of the game ball is suppressed from disappearing prematurely.

Here, the "lottery process" and the "special game" in the feature B8 may have the same type and degree of advantage between those corresponding to the second ball entry section and those corresponding to the third ball entry section. , May be different.

Feature B12. The gaming machine according to any one of features B9 to B11, wherein the second ball entry section is more advantageous to the player than the third ball entry section.

According to the above configuration, even though the game ball that did not enter the second entry portion can enter the third entry portion, the advantage between the first gaming state and the second gaming state is clear. Differences can be made. As a result, it is possible to suitably arouse the expectation for shifting to the second gaming state, and at the same time, it is possible to further increase the motivation to increase the number of reserved memories.

Feature B13. A payout means (payout control device 181) capable of paying out a game ball based on the ball of the game ball into each of the second ball entry section and the third entry section is provided.
The payout means is a means for increasing the number of game balls to be paid out based on the entry into the second ball entry section to be larger than the number of game balls to be paid out based on the entry into the third entry section (the former payout number). The gaming machine according to any one of the features B9 to B12, which is characterized in that the number of machines is 10 and the latter has a function of paying out 3 pieces.

According to the above configuration, since the number of payouts based on the entry into the second ball entry section is larger than the number of payouts based on the entry into the third entry section, the number of balls to be paid out to the second entry section is larger than the number of payouts based on the entry into the third entry section. By shifting to the second gaming state in which the above is facilitated, it becomes possible to play with less reduction in the number of balls held than in the first gaming state. As a result, even though the game ball that did not enter the second entry section can enter the third entry section, there is a clear difference in the degree of advantage between the first gaming state and the second gaming state. Can be provided.

Feature B14. The ball entry section is provided as the first ball entry section.
A second ball entry section (second actuation port 63) that allows the game ball to enter and is different from the first entry section.
A second lottery means (a function of executing a special figure winning / failing lottery by the main control device 162) that executes a lottery process based on the game ball entering the second ball entry unit.
A special game execution means (game by the main control device 162) that executes a special game (opening / closing execution mode corresponding to the jackpot result) that is advantageous to the player based on the result of the lottery process by the second lottery means being a specific result. Function to execute state transition processing) and
After the execution of the special game, the gaming state shifts to the second gaming state, or a third gaming state in which the degree of advantage is different from that of the second gaming state and is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state. The gaming machine according to any one of the features B1 to B13, which is characterized by having a means for causing the player (a function of shifting to a high-frequency support mode when a big hit is triggered).

According to the above configuration, as a transition route to an advantageous gaming state, a lottery result becomes a specific result (for example, a jackpot result) in addition to a route triggered by the number of reserved storages becoming a predetermined number or more. A route can be provided. As a result, it is possible to diversify the mode of transition to an advantageous gaming state, and it is possible to expand the range of enjoyment.

Feature B15. The gaming machine according to any one of features B1 to B14, characterized in that it includes a notification means (normal figure hold number display unit FM) for notifying the number of hold storages of the hold storage means.

In the configuration in which the second gaming state is advantageous based on the number of reserved storages being equal to or greater than a predetermined number, the player's interest in the number of reserved storages is dramatically increased. However, according to this configuration, the player is suspended. Even if you do not remember the number of memories, you can easily grasp the number of reserved memories each time. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from being distracted by the number of reserved memories and distracting his / her attention to the game.

For each configuration of the above features B1 to B15, features A1 to A16, features C1 to C12, features D1 to D8, features E1 to E9, features F1 to F14, features G1 to G13, features H1 to H10, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of I1 to I12, features J1 to J8, features K1 to K13, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic C group>
Features C1. A passing portion (through gate 35) through which the game ball can pass, and
A lottery means (a function of executing a normal drawing winning / failing lottery by the main control device 162) for executing a predetermined lottery process based on the game ball passing through the passing portion, and
A ball entry section (second operating port 63) where a game ball can enter,
A first state (open state) in which the game ball can be accepted or easily accepted in the ball entry portion, and a second state (closed state) in which the game ball cannot be accepted in the ball entry portion or is more difficult to accept than the first state. Variable receiving means (electric accessory 66) that can be switched to
A variable acceptance control means (main control) that performs variable acceptance control in which the variable acceptance means is changed from the second state to the first state and then changed to the second state based on the lottery result of the lottery means being a predetermined result. (A function to execute the normal game state transition process by the device 162) and
A privilege granting means (a function for executing the payout of a game ball) for granting a privilege to a player based on the entry of the game ball into the ball entry section, and
Equipped with
The variable receiving means forms a receiving area (accepting area RA1) in which a game ball can be received when the second state is switched to the first state, and the game ball received in the receiving area is received. It is configured to be accepted by the ball
The game ball that has passed through the passing portion is configured to be able to reach a specific region (specific region RA2) in which the receiving region is formed by the variable receiving means.
In a predetermined state, the game ball passes through the passing portion during a specific period (normal game game period) from the passing of the gaming ball to the end of the variable acceptance control corresponding to the passing. The game ball that has passed through the passing portion reaches the specific region after the end of the variable acceptance control corresponding to the passage because the time required for reaching the specific region is shorter than the required period. A gaming machine characterized by being said to be.

According to the above configuration, since the game ball that has passed through the passing portion reaches a specific area (the area where the receiving area is formed) after the end of the variable receiving control corresponding to the passing, the variable receiving means is switched to the first state. Even if it is controlled, it is possible to prevent the game ball from entering the ball entry portion or make it difficult to enter the ball. Therefore, it is possible to increase the frequency of setting the variable receiving means to the first state, even though the privilege is given based on the ball entering the ball entry portion. As a result, it is possible to give the player an impression that it is easy to enter the ball while suppressing excessive privilege from being given to the player, which may arouse the player's interest or motivate the player to play. Will be possible. Not only that, the movement of the variable acceptance means can be utilized as one of the game productions, and it becomes possible to improve the interest.

Feature C2. The gaming ball that has passed through the passing portion can reach the specific area after the end of the variable acceptance control corresponding to the passage and before the start of the variable acceptance control next to the variable acceptance control. The gaming machine according to feature C1, which is characterized in that it is used.

According to the above configuration, the game ball that has passed through the passing portion reaches the specific region by utilizing the gap period of the variable acceptance control that moves back and forth. As a result, not only is it difficult for the game ball to enter or enter the ball entry portion in the variable acceptance control corresponding to the passage, but also in the next variable acceptance control, it becomes impossible or difficult to enter the ball. It becomes possible to realize the configuration of C1 in a practically preferable manner.

Feature C3. The gaming ball that has passed through the passing portion can reach the specific area after the end of the variable acceptance control corresponding to the passing portion and before the next passage of the gaming ball to the passing portion occurs. The gaming machine according to the feature C1 or C2.

According to the above configuration, the arrival of the game ball related to the current passage to the specific area is completed between the time when the game ball passes through the current passage and the time when the next passage occurs. As a result, it is not necessary to consider the game ball that has passed before and the game ball that has passed next when making the game ball unable to enter the ball entry portion, and it is possible to reduce the design load. become.

In addition, the feature C3 is "provided with a launching means (game ball launching mechanism 110) capable of launching a game ball, and the game ball passing through the passing portion is after the end of the variable acceptance control corresponding to the passing, and It may be read as "it is possible to reach the specific area before the period corresponding to the firing cycle of the game ball in the launching means elapses from the passage."

Feature C4. The gaming machine according to any one of features C1 to C3, which comprises a guiding means (game nails 69a to 69d) for guiding a gaming ball that has passed through the passing portion to the specific region.

According to the above configuration, the flow of the game ball from the passing portion to the specific region can be stabilized. This promotes the constant period required for the game ball from the passing part to the specific area, and the game ball reaches the specific area after the end of the variable acceptance control for any ball entering the passing part. Can be suitably maintained.

Feature C5. One of the features C1 to C4, which comprises an obstructing means (game nails 69a to 69d) for inhibiting the arrival of a game ball different from the game ball that has passed through the passing portion to the specific region. The described gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to prevent a game ball other than the specific game ball that has passed through the passing portion from entering the arrival route to the specific area. As a result, it is possible to prevent the specific game ball from colliding with another game ball and hindering the arrival at the specific area, or to prevent a game ball other than the specific game ball from entering the entry portion. It is possible to improve the sense of security and the stability of the arrival interval. Not only that, the need to consider the entry of a game ball other than the specific game ball into a specific area at the design stage is alleviated, and the design load can be reduced.

Feature C6. The gaming machine according to any one of features C1 to C5, wherein the specific area is provided below the passing portion, and the specific region and the passing portion are arranged vertically.

According to the above configuration, the route to reach the specific area of the game ball that has passed through the passing portion is simplified, and it becomes easy to give the player the impression that the ball is likely to enter the specific area. Not only that, the game ball that has passed through the passing portion can be moved to a specific area by the free fall of the game ball. In this case, since it is possible to suppress a change in the moving speed of the game ball due to contact with another member or the like, it is possible to contribute to stabilizing the required period of the game ball to reach a specific region.

Feature C7. It is provided with a means for increasing the probability of the predetermined result in the lottery process to be higher than the probability of a result different from the predetermined result (a function of increasing the probability of an open result to be higher than the probability of an outlier result). The gaming machine according to any one of the features C1 to C6.

For example, when the probability of a predetermined result is lower than the probability of a different result, the frequency of switching to the first state in the variable receiving means tends to be low even if the execution frequency of the lottery process is increased, which is variable. There is a concern that the effect of the receiving means cannot be fully exerted. In this respect, in this configuration, since the probability of obtaining a predetermined result is higher than the probability of obtaining a result different from that, the frequency of switching to the first state can be increased, and the effect of production can be improved. become.

Feature C8. A specific ball entry section (first operating port 62) that allows the game ball to enter and is different from the entry section is provided.
Any of the features C1 to C7, wherein the specific entry portion is arranged on the downstream side of the passage portion, and the gaming ball that has passed through the passage portion is configured to be reachable to the specific entry portion. The gaming machine described in.

From the viewpoint of increasing the execution frequency of the variable acceptance control and improving the effect of the effect, it is desirable to direct more game balls toward the passing portion. Under such a situation, in the above configuration, the game ball that has passed through the passing portion can reach not only the specific area but also the specific entering portion. For example, if the arrival route of the game ball to the specific entry section is independent of the route from the passing section to the specific area, the passing section is used when trying to secure the entry rate to the specific entry section to some extent. There is no choice but to reduce the passing rate of the game ball to the ball and earn the entry rate. In this respect, according to this configuration, it is possible to secure the entry rate to the specific entry section without lowering the passage rate of the game ball to the passing portion, and to direct more game balls to the passing portion. It is possible to make the above preferred embodiment.

Feature C9. The specific ball entry portion is arranged on the downstream side of the specific area, and among the game balls that have passed through the pass section, the game ball that has not been accepted by the variable receiving means can reach the specific ball entry section. It is said that
The privilege granting means includes means for granting a privilege to a player based on entering a ball into the specific ball entry portion (a prize ball function based on winning a prize in the first operating port 62 by the payout control device 181). The gaming machine according to the feature C8.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to provide the opportunity of specific grant twice for one game ball. That is, even if the game ball that has passed through the passing portion is not accepted by the variable receiving means (when the ball is not entered into the entering portion), the opportunity to grant the privilege is left, and the game ball is accepted by the variable receiving means. It is possible to maintain the player's expectation for the privilege grant even after passing by without being hit. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player's interest in the behavior and whereabouts of the game ball from diminishing prematurely, and to increase the degree of attention to the game.

Feature C10. The gaming machine according to any one of features C1 to C9, characterized in that the gaming ball is not paid out based on the passage to the passing portion.

According to the above configuration, since there is no payout of the game ball for passing through the passing portion, it is possible to increase the passing rate of the game ball to the passing portion while suppressing the hindrance to the operation in the game hall. Become. As a result, the frequency of execution of the lottery process by the lottery means can be increased, and the frequency of switching to the first state in the variable acceptance means can be increased.

In the feature C10, "the game ball is not paid out" may be read as "the privilege is not given".

Feature C11. A launching means (game ball launch mechanism 110) capable of launching a game ball based on a predetermined launch operation, and
A guiding means (guidance unit 77) capable of guiding the game ball launched by the launching means to the passing portion is provided.
The gaming machine according to any one of features C1 to C10, wherein the guiding means is provided with a cushioning means (buffer member 78) at a position where the gaming ball abuts.

According to the above configuration, the game ball can be guided to the passing portion by the guiding means, and the passing frequency of the game ball with respect to the passing portion can be suitably increased. In addition, since the guiding means is provided with a cushioning means at the place where the game ball comes into contact, it is possible to suppress the rebound of the game ball in contact with the guiding means and stabilize the guidance of the game ball, and the guiding means by the collision of the game ball. It is possible to suitably suppress the damage of the ball.

Feature C12. A launching means (game ball launch mechanism 110) capable of launching a game ball into the game area based on a predetermined launch operation, and
A ball entry portion (through gate 35) provided in the game area where a game ball can enter, and
A lottery means (a function of executing a normal drawing hit / miss lottery by the main control device 162) for executing a predetermined lottery process based on the entry of a game ball into the entry portion, and
A ball entry section (second operating port 63) where a game ball can enter,
A first state (open state) in which the game ball can be accepted or easily accepted in the ball entry portion, and a second state (closed state) in which the game ball cannot be accepted in the ball entry portion or is more difficult to accept than the first state. Variable receiving means (electric accessory 66) that can be switched to
A variable acceptance control means (main control) that performs variable acceptance control in which the variable acceptance means is changed from the second state to the first state and then changed to the second state based on the lottery result of the lottery means being a predetermined result. (A function to execute the normal game state transition process by the device 162) and
A privilege granting means (a function for executing the payout of a game ball) for granting a privilege to a player based on the entry of the game ball into the ball entry section, and
Equipped with
The variable receiving means forms a receiving area (accepting area RA1) in which a game ball can be received when the second state is switched to the first state, and the game ball received in the receiving area is received. It is configured to be accepted by the ball
The game ball that has passed through a predetermined place in the game area is configured to be able to reach a specific area (specific area RA2) in which the receiving area is formed by the variable receiving means.
In the predetermined state, a specific period (normal drawing game period) from when the game ball enters the ball entry portion to the end of the variable acceptance control corresponding to the ball entry passes through the predetermined place. A gaming machine characterized in that it is configured to be shorter than the required period of the gaming ball from the time when the ball is reached to the specific area.

According to the above configuration, the same effect as the above feature C1 is expected. In addition, each configuration described in any of the above-mentioned features C2 to C11 may be applied to the feature C12.

For each configuration of the above features C1 to C12, features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features D1 to D8, features E1 to E9, features F1 to F14, features G1 to G13, features H1 to H10, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of I1 to I12, features J1 to J8, features K1 to K13, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic D group>
Feature D1. A game operation executing means (a function of periodically opening the electric accessory 66 at a cycle of 0.6 sec or 1.1 sec) for periodically executing a predetermined game operation (opening of the electric accessory 66), and
A privilege granting means (execution of paying out a game ball) for granting a privilege to a player based on the establishment of a predetermined privilege granting condition (winning to the second operating port 63) while the predetermined game operation is performed. Function) and
Equipped with
In the game motion executing means, when the game situation is the first situation (the normal figure hold storage number FN is 0), the cycle of the predetermined game motion is set to the first cycle (0.6 sec), and the game situation is the first. Means for setting the cycle of the predetermined gaming operation to the second cycle (1.1 sec) different from the first cycle when the second situation is different from the situation (the normal figure holding memory number FN is 4) (normal figure). A gaming machine characterized by having a function of changing the opening cycle of the electric accessory 66 according to the number of reserved storage FNs).

According to the above configuration, a predetermined gaming motion is periodically performed, and the cycle of the periodic motion is changed according to the gaming situation. On top of that, the privilege is granted when the privilege granting condition is satisfied while the predetermined game operation is performed, and a correlation is given between the periodic operation and the ease of obtaining the privilege. .. As a result, by changing the cycle, it is possible to change the ease with which the grant condition is satisfied, and by extension, the ease with which the privilege can be obtained. In this case, it is possible to suppress the monotonicization of the game as compared with the case where the game operates permanently with a certain regularity, and it is possible to improve the interest.

Feature D2. A game operation executing means (electric combination) that periodically executes a predetermined game operation (opening of the electric accessory 66) under a condition of a predetermined game operation by the player (a firing operation performed to make the through gate 35 win a prize). A function to periodically open the object 66 at a cycle of 0.6 sec or 1.1 sec) and
A privilege granting means (execution of paying out a game ball) for granting a privilege to a player based on the establishment of a predetermined privilege granting condition (winning to the second operating port 63) while the predetermined game operation is performed. Function) and
Equipped with
In the game motion executing means, when the game situation is the first situation (the normal figure hold storage number FN is 0), the cycle of the predetermined game motion is set to the first cycle (0.6 sec), and the game situation is the first. A means is provided for setting the cycle of the predetermined gaming operation to the second cycle (1.1 sec) different from the first cycle when the second situation is different from the situation (the normal figure reserved storage number FN is 4).
A gaming machine characterized in that, in the case of the second cycle, the privilege is more likely to be given than in the case of the first cycle, or the privilege is configured to be advantageous to the player.

According to the above configuration, a predetermined gaming motion is periodically performed, and the cycle of the periodic motion is changed according to the gaming situation. On top of that, the privilege is granted when the privilege granting condition is satisfied while the predetermined game operation is performed, and a correlation is given between the periodic operation and the ease of obtaining the privilege. .. As a result, by changing the cycle, it is possible to change the ease with which the grant condition is satisfied, and by extension, the ease with which the privilege can be obtained. In this case, it is possible to suppress the monotonicization of the game as compared with the case where the game operates permanently with a certain regularity, and it is possible to improve the interest.

Moreover, in this configuration, the player is required to perform a predetermined game operation for the execution of the game operation, and the privilege granting condition is not satisfied unless the game operation is performed. Therefore, the meaning of executing the predetermined game operation is generated, and the motivation to perform the operation can be enhanced. In addition, in this configuration, when the cycle of the game operation is the second cycle, the privilege is more likely to be given or the privilege is advantageous to the player than in the case of the first cycle. Since it is necessary to continuously perform the game operation in order to continue executing the game operation in the second cycle, not only the player's interest in the operation cycle of the game operation increases, but also the significance of continuing the predetermined game operation is significant. It can also be caused. That is, according to this configuration, it is possible to increase the player's motivation to operate and to promote the active participation of the player in the game.

Feature D3. The configuration is such that the change from the first situation to the second situation occurs based on the fact that a predetermined predetermined condition is satisfied (the normal map fluctuation display time of 10 sec is set).
The gaming machine according to feature D2, wherein the predetermined condition can be satisfied by performing the predetermined gaming operation.

According to the above configuration, the cycle of the game operation can be changed to the second cycle by performing a predetermined game operation. Therefore, the motivation of the player to operate is further enhanced, and it becomes possible to suitably promote the active participation in the game.

Feature D4. Described in the feature D2 or D3, which is characterized in that the second situation is continued on condition that the predetermined gaming operation is continuously performed even after the second situation occurs. Pachinko machine.

With the above configuration, when the game situation changes to the second situation, the second situation continues on condition that the predetermined game operation is continued, so that the motivation to continue the game operation can be suitably increased. In addition, since there is a possibility of returning to the first situation depending on the operation situation of the player, it is possible to face the game with a certain sense of tension, and it is possible to improve the interest.

Feature D5. It is equipped with a means to generate a special state (open / close execution mode corresponding to the big hit) based on the establishment of a specific condition (big hit).
When the special state occurs under the second situation, the predetermined game operation (launching operation performed to make the variable winning device 65 win a prize) different from the predetermined game operation is performed. The gaming machine according to any one of the features D2 to D4, which is characterized in that it is easier to obtain a privilege than performing a game operation, or it is configured to obtain an advantageous privilege.

According to the above configuration, in order to obtain a privilege when a special state occurs, a specific operation different from a predetermined game operation is required, so that the player is required to switch the operation mode, and the game Monotonization is suppressed. In addition, since the player can naturally stop the continuation of the predetermined game operation, it is possible to end the state in which the cycle of the game operation is the second cycle, and it is preferable that the state is permanent. It becomes possible to avoid it.

Feature D6. By performing the specific gaming operation when the special state occurs, it becomes easier to obtain benefits as compared with performing the predetermined gaming operation when the cycle of the predetermined gaming operation is the second cycle. Alternatively, the gaming machine according to feature D5, which is configured to obtain advantageous benefits.

According to the above configuration, when the special state occurs, it becomes easier to obtain the privilege than the state where the cycle of the game operation is the second cycle, or the privilege becomes advantageous. Therefore, the special state is set to the second cycle. It can be used as a promotion element from the state of being, and it becomes possible to improve the interest. Not only that, since the state can be configured to end in exchange for the occurrence of a special state that is more advantageous than the state of the second cycle, the player's understanding compared to the case where the state of the second cycle only ends. Will be easier to obtain, and it will be possible to reduce the dissatisfaction and disappointment of the player.

Feature D7. It is equipped with a movable body (receiving member 245 of the electric accessory 66) to which the game ball can come into contact with the game ball.
The gaming machine according to any one of features D1 to D6, wherein the predetermined gaming motion is the motion of the movable body.

According to the above configuration, it is possible not only to correlate the periodic movement with the ease of obtaining the privilege, but also to build a correlation with the movement and flow of the game ball. As a result, it is possible to attract the player's attention not only to the movement cycle of the movable body but also to the movement and flow of the game ball, and it is possible to suitably increase the degree of attention to the game.

Feature D8. A ball entry section (second operating port 63) where a game ball can enter,
The first state (open state) in which the movable body is provided and the movable body is displaced so that the game ball can be accepted or easily accepted in the ball entry portion, and the game ball cannot be accepted in the ball entry portion or the above. It is equipped with a second state (closed state), which is more difficult to accept than the first state, and a variable receiving means (electric accessory 66) that can be switched to.
The gaming machine according to feature D7, wherein the privilege granting means includes means for granting a privilege (painment of the gaming ball) based on the entry of the gaming ball into the entry portion.

According to the above configuration, the ease of entering the game ball into the ball entry portion can be changed according to the operation cycle of the movable body, and the ease of granting the privilege can be changed accordingly. This makes it possible to realize the configuration according to the above feature D1 in a practically preferable manner.

For each configuration of the above features D1 to D8, features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features C1 to C12, features E1 to E9, features F1 to F14, features G1 to G13, features H1 to H10, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of I1 to I12, features J1 to J8, features K1 to K13, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic E group>
Features E1. A ball entry section (through gate 35) where game balls can enter,
An acquisition means (a function of executing a winning process for thru by the main control device 162) for acquiring determination information (general figure hold information) based on the game ball entering the ball entry portion, and
A storage means (holding area Rc for electric service) that stores the determination information acquired by the acquisition means up to a predetermined number predetermined as a plurality of numbers.
It is determined whether or not the determination information stored in the storage means corresponds to the imparted information, and if a plurality of determination information is stored in the storage means, the plurality of determination information is used. On the other hand, the grant determination means (a function of executing the normal figure hit / miss determination process by the main control device 162) for sequentially performing the grant determination, and
Based on the fact that the grant determination is performed by the grant determination means, the game rotation operation is started by the predetermined notification means (character display unit 44), and the game is played as a notification result corresponding to the determination result of the grant determination means. The predetermined notification means is controlled so that the game rounding operation of each game round is performed according to the determination information stored in the storage means, with the end of the rounding operation as one game round. Game times control means (a function to execute a normal game times control process by the main control device 162) and
Equipped with
When the number of stored determination information in the storage means is the first number, the game rotation control means has a game rotation operation as compared with the case where the second number is smaller than the first number. Means for the execution period to lengthen the execution period (when the normal figure hold storage number FN is 0, the normal figure fluctuation display time is 0.05 sec, and when the normal figure hold storage number FN is 4, the normal figure fluctuation display time A game machine characterized by having a function) of 0.6 sec.

Since the judgment information is stored separately from the game round being executed, the judgment process and the execution of the game round are guaranteed from the next time onward. Therefore, in general, the game continues as the number of stored judgment information increases. It will be possible to give a sense of security. Under such circumstances, the above configuration is configured so that the execution period of the game rounding operation becomes longer as the number of stored determination information increases. Therefore, it is possible to maintain or further increase the number of memories simply by continuing the natural firing operation. That is, since no special operation is required, even a non-expert can easily maintain or increase the number of memories, and anyone can play with peace of mind.

Feature E2. A second gaming state (second normal) that is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state (first normal gaming state, low frequency support mode) in a predetermined case (when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 1 or more). It is configured to be in the game state, medium frequency support mode),
When the second gaming state is reached, the means for continuing the second gaming state on condition that the number of stored games is equal to or less than a predetermined number equal to or less than the first number (the number of stored numbers FN held in the drawing is 1 or more). The gaming machine according to feature E1, characterized in that it is provided with a function of continuing a second normal gaming state or a medium frequency support state).

When the number of stored items becomes the first number, it can be easily maintained even after that. However, this configuration is advantageous on condition that the number of stored items is equal to or less than the first number and is equal to or more than a predetermined number. The configuration is such that the second gaming state continues. In this case, the stored number can be maintained with a margin with respect to the predetermined number which is the continuation condition of the second gaming state, and the second gaming state can be easily continued. That is, according to this configuration, it is possible to create an advantageous state in which it is difficult to get out once it is rushed, and it is possible to improve the interest.

Feature E3. A specific ball entry section (second operating port 63) that allows the game ball to enter and is different from the entry section.
A privilege granting means for granting a privilege to a player based on the entry of a game ball into the specific entry portion (a function of shifting to an opening / closing execution mode for the second operating port 63 by the main control device 162, a payout control device 181). (Prize ball function based on winning a prize in the second operating port 63)
Equipped with
The gaming machine according to feature E2, wherein the second gaming state is such that the difficulty of entering the specific ball entry portion is lower than that of the first gaming state.

According to the above configuration, when the gaming state changes from the first gaming state to the second gaming state, it becomes easier for the game ball to enter the specific entry portion, and it becomes easier to obtain a privilege based on the entry. That is, according to this configuration, since the second gaming state can be stably continued, it is possible to facilitate the continuation of the state in which the privilege based on the entry into the specific entry portion can be easily obtained. As a result, the opportunity to acquire the privilege can be appropriately given, and the interest is improved.

Feature E4. As the execution period means, the average period of the execution period of the game rounding operation set when the number of stored determination information is the first number, and the number of stored determination information is the second number. The gaming machine according to any one of the features E1 to E3, which comprises means for making the execution period of the gaming rotation operation longer than the average period set when the number is a number.

According to the above configuration, the execution period of the game rounding operation is not extended only in a special case under the situation where the memory number is the first number, but the memory number is the first number throughout the game. As a result, the execution period of the game rounding operation becomes long. That is, according to this configuration, the effect brought about by the configuration of the above feature E1 is always guaranteed, and the player can play with peace of mind.

Feature E5. The execution period means executes the game rounding operation set when the number of stored determination information is the second number and the number is the first number based on the establishment of a predetermined condition. The gaming machine according to feature E4, characterized in that it is provided with a means for setting an execution period longer than the average period of the period (a function of setting a normal map fluctuation display time of 10 sec).

According to the above configuration, even when the number of storages is the second number, the execution period of the game rounding operation becomes long because the predetermined condition is satisfied. This not only provides an opportunity to increase the number of memories, but also makes it possible to diversify the time length of the game rotation operation when the number of memories is the second number and suppress the monotonicization of the game. ..

Feature E6. The ball entry section is provided as the first ball entry section.
A second ball entry section (first actuation port 62) that allows the game ball to enter and is different from the first entry section.
A second acquisition means (a function of executing a winning process for the operating port by the main control device 162) for acquiring the second determination information based on the game ball entering the second entry portion.
A second storage means (second storage means) that stores the second determination information acquired by the second acquisition means up to a predetermined number or a specific number different from the predetermined number and predetermined as a plurality of numbers. 1 Hold area Ra for the result display section) and
It is determined whether or not the second determination information stored in the second storage means corresponds to the given information, and if a plurality of second determination information is stored in the storage means, they are determined. A second grant determination means (a function of executing the hit / fail determination process for the first special figure by the main control device 162) that sequentially performs the grant determination for a plurality of second determination information, and
Based on the fact that the grant determination is performed by the second grant determination means, the second game rotation operation is started by a predetermined notification means or a notification means (symbol display device 75) different from the predetermined notification means. As a notification result corresponding to the determination result of the second grant determination means, ending the second game round operation is regarded as one game round, and according to the second determination information stored in the second storage means. A second game time control means (a game time control process for the first special figure by the main control device 162) that controls the predetermined notification means or the different notification means so that the second game round operation of each game round is performed. Function to execute) and
Equipped with
The second gaming time control means is a number of the second kind smaller than the number of the first kind when the number of the second determination information stored in the second storage means is the number of the first kind. The gaming machine according to any one of the features E1 to E5, characterized in that the means for shortening the execution period of the second gaming rotation operation is provided as compared with the case.

The above configuration includes a second lottery system in which the relationship between the number of memories and the time length of the game rounding operation is reversed. Some players want to enjoy one game for a long time, while others want a game that prioritizes time efficiency. As mentioned above, multiple lottery systems with different game tempos coexist to meet their needs. Can be done.

In applying the feature E6 to the feature E1, the "determination information", "acquisition means", "memory means", "granting determination means", "game rounding operation", and "game rounding control means" of the feature E1 are applied. "1st determination information", "1st acquisition means", "1st storage means", "1st grant determination means", "1st game round operation" and "1st game round control means", respectively. Can be read as. This also applies to the application of the feature E6 to the features E2 to E5. Further, when applying the feature E6 to the feature E3, the "second ball entry section" of the feature E6 may be read as "the specific ball entry section".

Feature E7. The game rotation control means executes the first game rotation operation as the game rotation operation.
The gaming machine according to feature E6, wherein one of the first gaming operation and the second gaming operation is configured to be capable of executing the other during execution.

In the above configuration, since the first and second game rounding operations can be executed in parallel, when the execution trigger of the second game rounding operation occurs during the execution of the first game rounding operation. In addition, the second game rounding operation can be started without waiting for the end of the first game rounding operation. Therefore, even if the execution period of the first game rounding operation becomes long based on the number of stored first determination information being the first number and the pace of the game progress becomes slow, the game The inconvenience that the person has to wait for the start of the second game rounding operation for a long time is avoided, and the slow impression is suppressed.

Feature E8. The grant determination means is provided as the first grant determination means.
The feature E7 is characterized in that the grant determination performed by the second grant determination means is configured to be more advantageous to the player than the grant determination performed by the first grant determination means. The described gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, since the grant determination by the second grant determination means is more advantageous than the first grant determination means, the player's consciousness is more likely to be suitable for the second game rounding operation. As a result, attention to the first game rounding motion is disregarded, and even if the execution period of the first game rounding motion is long, it can be difficult for the player to notice it. Combined with the fact that the first game rounding operation and the second game rounding operation can be executed in parallel, it is possible to more preferably suppress giving a slow impression.

Feature E9. Launch operation means (game ball launch handle 41) in which a predetermined launch operation is performed by the player, and
A launching means (game ball launching mechanism 110) for launching a game ball into the game area based on the predetermined launch operation.
Equipped with
The launching means launches the game ball so that the game ball flows down the first region (left route) in the game area when the launch operation is performed with the first operation amount for the launch operation means. When the firing operation is performed with the second operation amount for the launching operation means, the gaming ball is launched so that the gaming ball flows down the second region (right route) in the gaming area.
The gaming machine according to feature E7 or E8, wherein the first ball entry section and the second ball entry section are provided in the first region.

According to the above configuration, if the game ball is launched so that the game ball flows down in the first region, the game ball is naturally allowed to enter both the first entry section and the second entry section. Will be possible. As a result, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation in which only the first game rounding operation is executed, and it is possible to suitably exert the effects of the above-mentioned features E7 or E8.

For each configuration of the above features E1 to E9, features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features C1 to C12, features D1 to D8, features F1 to F14, features G1 to G13, features H1 to H10, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of I1 to I12, features J1 to J8, features K1 to K13, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic F group>
Features F1. A launching means capable of launching a game ball (game ball launch mechanism 110) and
A first ball entry section (second actuating port 63) and a second ball entry section (through gate 35) into which a game ball launched by the launching means can enter.
It is possible to switch between the first aspect (open state) in which the game ball can enter or is easy to enter, and the second aspect (closed state) in which the game ball cannot enter or is more difficult to enter than the first aspect. Variable entry section (second variable winning device 500) and
A lottery means (a function of executing a special figure hit / miss determination process by the main control device 162) for executing a lottery process based on the entry of a game ball into the first ball entry section, and
Based on the fact that the lottery result of the lottery means becomes a predetermined result (special hit result), the variable ball entry control is changed from the second aspect to the first aspect, and then the second aspect. Variable entry control means to be executed (a function to execute the game state transition process by the main control device 162) and
A special game that executes a special game (opening / closing execution mode corresponding to a V jackpot) that is advantageous to the player based on the occurrence of a specific event (V prize) that occurs based on the entry of the game ball into the variable ball entry portion. Execution means (function to execute game state transition processing by the main control device 162) and
Equipped with
As a game state, a first game state (first normal game state) and a second game state (second normal game state) in which the difficulty of entering the game ball into the first ball entry portion is relatively high or low are set. Have and
Means for a specific number that changes specific numerical information (FN for reserved memory in the normal figure) based on the entry of a game ball into the second entry section (a function of executing a winning process for through by the main control device 162). When,
Based on the value of the specific numerical information being a predetermined value, the second game in which the gaming state is lower in difficulty of entering the first ball from the first game state than in the first game state. A gaming machine characterized in that it is provided with a means for a state to be in a state (a function to be in a second normal gaming state when the number of reserved memory FNs in the normal figure is 1 or more).

In the above configuration, the lottery process is executed based on the entry of the game ball into the first entry section, and the variable entry section is switched from the second state to the first state according to the result. Then, when the game ball enters the variable ball entry portion, a specific event can occur, and when the specific event occurs, a special game is executed. Therefore, in order to generate a special game, it is indispensable to enter the game ball into the first ball entry portion. Generally, in a gaming machine having a first gaming state and a second gaming state in which a gaming ball is more likely to enter the first entry portion, the first gaming is triggered by a special gaming result such as a big hit. The configuration is such that a transition from the state to the second gaming state occurs. In this case, since it is difficult to expect the ball to enter the first ball entry section unless the special game result is obtained, the player's interest may be focused only on the special game result. There is a concern that a player who cannot achieve a special game result will have to finish the game without experiencing true fun. In this respect, in this configuration, the specific numerical value information changes based on the entry of the game ball into the second entry portion, and the value of the information becomes a predetermined value (predetermined number), and the second gaming state is obtained. It is configured to be. Therefore, it is possible to provide an opportunity to play in the second gaming state without obtaining a special gaming result, and it is possible to suitably suppress the occurrence of the above-mentioned inconvenience. Moreover, since the specific numerical information is configured to change depending on the entry of the game ball into the second entry section, the player has the impression that the occurrence of the second gaming state has been acquired by his / her own skill. It will be easier to give to people, and the interest will be improved.

Feature F2. The state means is a means for temporarily changing the gaming state to the second gaming state (temporarily changing the second normal gaming state) based on the value of the specific numerical information becoming the predetermined value. The gaming machine according to feature F1, which is characterized by having a function of generating).

According to the above configuration, since the second game state is only temporary, it is possible to add restrictions so that excessive advantages such as excessive simplification of the occurrence of special games do not proceed. In addition, in this configuration, even if the second game state is reached, the entry of the game ball into the variable ball entry portion and the occurrence of a specific event are not guaranteed, so that the second game state remains unoccurred. You can play under the tension that may end, and you can improve your interest.

Feature F3. The state means is based on the fact that when the gaming state is the second gaming state, the value of the specific numerical information is less than the number as the predetermined value or smaller than the number as the predetermined value. It is provided with means for setting the gaming state to the first gaming state (a function of terminating the second normal gaming state based on the predetermined value being 1 and the normal figure reserved storage number FN being 0). The gaming machine according to the feature F1 or F2.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to make the configuration suitable for practical use of the configuration of the above features F1 or F2. Further, according to this configuration, the execution period of the second game state is not predetermined, but changes fluidly depending on the state of entry into the second entry section. That is, since it is difficult for the player to predict how long the state will continue during the second gaming state, it is possible to further increase the tension and further improve the interest.

Features F4. A specific game execution means (main control device 162 for controlling a game, a game, and a game) for executing a specific game (a game, a game, a game) based on the ball entering the second ball. Equipped with a function to execute the game state transition process)
The means for the specific number is
A means for increasing the value of the specific numerical information based on the entry of a game ball into the second entry portion (a function of executing a winning process for through by the main control device 162).
Described in feature F3, which comprises means for reducing the value of the specific numerical information based on the execution of the specific game (a function of executing a normal map data setting process by the main control device 162). Game machine.

For example, if the configuration is such that the player cannot grasp or is difficult to grasp the regularity regarding the change of the specific numerical information, what should the player realize in order to set the specific numerical information as a predetermined value, and what should be achieved? There is a concern that it may be difficult to feel the fun of the game before the second game state, or it may be forced to grasp the game playability and the game method in advance because it is not known what to expect. In this regard, in this configuration, the specific game is executed based on the entry of the game ball into the second entry section, and then the entry into the second entry section and the execution of the specific game are performed respectively. It is configured to allocate the increase and decrease of the value of specific numerical information. This makes it easier for the player to detect the regularity regarding the change of the specific numerical information while the player is playing, and it becomes possible to suitably suppress the occurrence of the above-mentioned inconvenience.

Feature F5. The specific game execution means sets the execution period of the specific game longer than the period corresponding to the firing cycle of the game ball in the launching means (10 sec or 10.5 sec) based on the condition that a predetermined condition is satisfied. The gaming machine according to the feature F4, characterized in that it is provided with a means (a function of setting a normal map fluctuation display time to 10 sec).

According to the above configuration, the execution period of the specific game is made longer than the period corresponding to the firing cycle of the game ball, so that the ball entry interval of the game ball into the ball entry portion becomes shorter than the execution interval of the specific game. , The tendency of change of specific numerical information tends to increase. Therefore, it is possible to properly secure an opportunity for the specific numerical information to reach a predetermined value, and it is possible to prevent the unachieved state from becoming permanent.

Feature F6. In the specific game execution means, when the game state is the second game state, the execution period of the specific game is shorter than the period corresponding to the firing cycle of the game ball in the launching means (0.05 sec or 0). The gaming machine according to feature F4 or F5, characterized in that it is provided with a means (a function of setting a fluctuation display time of a normal figure to 0.05 sec).

According to the above configuration, the execution period of the specific game is shorter than the period corresponding to the firing cycle of the game ball, so that the execution interval of the specific game is shorter than the ball entry interval of the game ball into the entry portion. The value of specific numerical information tends to decrease. As a result, after the value of the specific numerical information reaches a predetermined value and enters the second gaming state, the value can be naturally reduced to return to the first gaming state. In this case, if the launching of the gaming ball is refrained, the frequency of entering the gaming ball into the entry portion is lower than that in the case where the launching operation is continued, and the specific numerical information is reduced earlier. The game state ends early. As a result, the motivation to perform the launch operation is strongly aroused, and it becomes possible to suitably promote the active participation in the game.

Feature F7. When the value of the specific numerical information reaches the predetermined value, the predetermined notification means (character display 522) for prompting the execution of the firing operation is performed by the predetermined notification means (symbol display device 75). The gaming machine according to feature F6, characterized in that it is provided with a notification control means (a function of executing special effect processing by the notification / effect control device 143) for controlling the notification means.

According to the above configuration, it is suppressed that the player refrains from launching the operation without noticing that the value of the specific numerical information has reached a predetermined value, in other words, the gaming state is the second gaming state. To. As a result, it is possible to prevent the second gaming state from ending unreasonably early, and the playability is improved.

Feature F8. A game ball launched by the launching means is capable of entering a ball, and is provided with a third entry portion (first operating port 62) different from the first entry portion and the second entry portion.
The lottery means is configured to execute a lottery process based on the occurrence of a game ball entering either the second entry section or the third entry section.
As a gaming state, a first-class gaming state (low-frequency support mode) and a second-class gaming state (high-frequency support mode) in which the difficulty of entering the first-ball entry portion is lower than that of the first-class gaming state. Have and
Based on the result of the lottery process based on the entry of the game ball into the third entry portion as a specific result (big hit result), the gaming state is changed from the first type gaming state to the second type gaming state. Equipped with a game state transition means (a function to execute a transition process at the end of the open / close execution mode by the main control device 162) to be transitioned.
The first-class gaming state includes the first gaming state and the second gaming state, and the second-class gaming state is more in the first ball entry portion than the second gaming state. The gaming machine according to any one of the features F1 to F7, which is characterized in that the difficulty of entering a ball is low.

According to the above configuration, specific numerical information is used as a transition route to a game state (second game state or second type game state) in which a game ball is likely to enter the first ball entry portion and a special game is expected to occur. In addition to the first route triggered by the value of being a predetermined value, a second route triggered by the lottery result becoming a specific result (for example, a jackpot result) can be provided. As a result, it is possible to diversify the mode of transition to an advantageous gaming state, and it is possible to expand the range of enjoyment. Further, since the first type gaming state includes the second gaming state, it is possible to provide an opportunity to play in a state in which the gaming ball can easily enter the first ball entry portion even if a special gaming result is not obtained. In addition, the degree of advantage in the second gaming state (easiness of entering the first ball entry section) that shifts through the first route is suppressed to be lower than that in the second type gaming state that shifts through the second route. It is said to be composed. As a result, it is possible to expand the opportunity to play in a state where the game ball can easily enter the first ball entry section while suppressing the decrease in the attractiveness of winning the specific result.

Features F9. As the second ball entry part, a passing part through which a game ball can pass is provided.
The gaming machine according to feature F8, wherein the gaming ball that has passed through the passing portion is configured to be able to enter the third entry portion.

According to the above configuration, the game ball can be entered into the third entry portion while being passed through the passing portion. In this case, a game in which the game ball is passed through the passing portion and the specific numerical information becomes a predetermined value, and a game in which the game ball is entered in the third entry portion and the specific result is won. It becomes possible to make them parallel. As a result, it is possible to enjoy a plurality of types of games having different game characteristics at the same time, and the interest is improved.

Feature F10. The gaming machine according to feature F8 or F9, wherein the probability of entering a gaming ball into the second entry portion is higher than the probability of entering the third entry portion.

According to the above configuration, the entry of the game ball into the second entry section is easier than that of the third entry section, so that the former is made routine and the game for the second entry section is made. It can reduce one's attention. By that amount, the player's consciousness can be easily directed to the third ball entry section, and as a result, it is possible to make it difficult for the player to notice that the specific numerical information has reached a predetermined value and the process up to that point. .. As a result, it becomes easy to give the player the impression that the second gaming state suddenly occurs, and it becomes possible to suitably realize the surprise and joy of the player.

Features F11. Based on the value of the specific numerical value information becoming the predetermined value, the predetermined notification means is controlled so that the specific notification (character display 523, 525) is performed by the predetermined notification means (symbol display device 75). The gaming machine according to any one of features F1 to F10, characterized in that it is provided with specific notification control means (a function of executing special effect processing by the notification / effect control device 143).

According to the above configuration, it becomes possible for the player to easily notice that the specific numerical value information has become a predetermined value, in other words, the gaming state has changed to the second gaming state. When this feature is applied to feature F10, it is possible to promote the player's awareness while the player's consciousness tends toward the third ball entry portion, and the effect related to this feature is more beneficial. Can be.

Feature F12. As the predetermined result, a first result and a second result different from the first result are set.
The variable ball entry control means executes the variable ball entry control in the first aspect (high distribution mode) based on the lottery result of the lottery means being the first result (advantageous special hit result). A means for executing the variable ball entry control in a second mode (low distribution mode) different from the first mode based on the lottery result of the lottery means being the second result (disadvantageous special hit result). It is equipped with a function to execute the opening / closing process of the big winning opening by the main control device 162).
The feature F1 is characterized in that the susceptibility to the specific event is different between the case where the variable ball entry control is executed in the first aspect and the case where the variable ball entry control is executed in the second aspect. The gaming machine according to any one of F11.

According to the above configuration, since the susceptibility to the occurrence of a specific event changes depending on the execution mode of the variable entry control, the result of the lottery process based on the entry of the game ball into the first entry section and the variable entry The player's interest in the execution mode of the ball control is increased, and it becomes possible to suitably increase the degree of attention to the game.

Feature F13. Distribution means (shutter 508) for distributing the specific game ball that has entered the variable entry portion into a first region (V winning region 506) and a second region (discharge region 507) different from the first region. )
When the variable ball entry control is executed in the first aspect, the specific game ball is more likely to be distributed to the first region than the second region by the distribution means, and the variable ball entry control is the first. When executed in two modes, the specific game ball is more easily distributed to the second region than the first region by the distribution means.
The gaming machine according to feature F12, wherein the specific game ball is distributed to the first region to generate the specific event.

According to the above configuration, even if a game ball enters the variable entry portion, a specific event does not always occur. As a result, the player is relieved when the game ball enters the variable ball entry portion, and the subsequent interest in the game ball is suppressed from diminishing, and it becomes possible to increase the degree of attention to the game. When this feature is applied to the feature F2 through the feature F12, it is possible to further increase the tension that the second gaming state may end without the specific event occurring. As a result, the sense of accomplishment and fulfillment when a specific event occurs is enhanced, and it becomes possible to contribute to further improvement of the interest.

In these cases, the feature that "the distribution means can be visually recognized by the player" may be further added. As a result, the player can visually grasp the status of the distribution means, and it is possible to suitably increase the degree of attention to the game ball that has entered the variable ball entry portion. Further, in place of or in addition to the above-mentioned additional feature, the feature that "at least a part of the first region is visible to the player" may be added. As a result, the player can visually grasp whether or not the game ball that has entered the variable entry section has been distributed to the first region, and the degree of attention to the game ball that has entered the variable entry section is suitable. It will be possible to increase to.

Feature F14. A launching means capable of launching a game ball (game ball launch mechanism 110) and
A first ball entry section (second actuating port 63) and a second ball entry section (through gate 35) into which a game ball launched by the launching means can enter.
It is possible to switch between the first aspect (open state) in which the game ball can enter or is easy to enter, and the second aspect (closed state) in which the game ball cannot enter or is harder to enter than the first aspect. Variable entry section (second variable winning device 500) and
A lottery means (a function of executing a special figure hit / miss determination process by the main control device 162) for executing a lottery process based on the entry of a game ball into the first ball entry section, and
Based on the fact that the lottery result of the lottery means becomes a predetermined result (special hit result), the variable ball entry control is changed from the second aspect to the first aspect, and then the second aspect. Variable entry control means to be executed (a function to execute the game state transition process by the main control device 162) and
A special game that executes a special game (opening / closing execution mode corresponding to a V jackpot) that is advantageous to the player based on the occurrence of a specific event (V prize) that occurs based on the entry of the game ball into the variable ball entry portion. Execution means (function to execute game state transition processing by the main control device 162) and
Equipped with
As a gaming state, it has a first gaming state (first normal gaming state) and a second gaming state (second normal gaming state) in which the susceptibility to the occurrence of the specific event is different.
Means for a specific number that changes specific numerical information (FN for reserved memory in the normal figure) based on the entry of a game ball into the second entry section (a function of executing a winning process for through by the main control device 162). When,
Based on the value of the specific numerical information being a predetermined value, the gaming state is changed from the first gaming state to the second gaming state in which the specific event is more likely to occur than the first gaming state. A gaming machine characterized by having a state means (a function of setting a second normal gaming state when the number FN of the reserved storage number FN is 1 or more).

According to the above configuration, the same effect as that of the above feature F1 is expected. In addition, each configuration described in any of the above-mentioned features F2 to F13 may be applied to the feature F14.

For each configuration of the above features F1 to F14, features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features C1 to C12, features D1 to D8, features E1 to E9, features G1 to G13, features H1 to H10, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of I1 to I12, features J1 to J8, features K1 to K13, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic G group>
Features G1. A launching means (game ball launch mechanism 110) for launching a game ball based on a launch operation by the player, and
Starting ball entry portions (fourth operating port 720, fifth operating port 730) into which a game ball launched by the launching means can enter, and
Special information acquisition means (a function of executing information acquisition processing by the main control device 162) for acquiring special information based on the fact that the game ball has entered the starting ball entry portion, and
A special information storage means (reserved ball storage area 642) that stores the special information acquired by the special information acquisition means up to a predetermined number, and
Variable entry that can be switched between the first mode (open state) in which the game ball launched by the launching means can enter and the second mode (closed state) in which the game ball is more difficult to enter than the first mode. Ball means (lower variable winning device 700, upper variable winning device 710),
The variable ball entry means is changed from the second aspect to the first aspect, and then the variable ball entry control means (main control device 162) for executing the variable ball entry control according to the second aspect is executed. Function) and
With respect to the special information stored in the special information storage means, a transition determination means for determining whether or not to shift the gaming state to a special state in which the variable entry control is performed by the variable entry control means ( (Function to execute the hit / fail determination process in the first special figure change start process and the second special figure change start process) by the main controller 162) and
Based on the fact that the result of the transition determination by the transition determination means is the transition correspondence result corresponding to the transition of the gaming state to the special state, the gaming state transition means (mainly) for shifting the gaming state to the special state. A function to execute the game state transition process by the control device 162) and
A payout means (payout control device 181) that pays out a specific number of game balls based on the game ball entering the variable ball entry means.
It is a gaming machine equipped with
A special entry section (through gate 35) into which a game ball launched by the launching means can enter, and
A receiving means (electric accessory) that can be displaced into a first state (accepting state) in which the game ball is accepted into the starting ball entry portion and a second state (non-accepting state) in which the game ball is more difficult to accept than in the first state. 66) and
Have,
It is a process performed based on the entry of a game ball into the special ball entry portion, and includes a specific means for executing a specific process related to control of the receiving means.
As the transition response result, the first transition response result (big hit result) so that the advantage for the player is relatively high and low, and the second transition response that is more disadvantageous to the player than the first transition response result. The result (special hit result) and is set,
A special gaming state (a winning easy state in the fourth embodiment) is set in which the determination result by the transition determination means is more likely to be the second transition correspondence result than the normal gaming state.
Based on the specific process, the specific means sets a variable display time when the game state is set to the special game state (in the main control device 162, the normal figure reserved storage number FN is 4). A gaming machine characterized in that it is equipped with a function to execute the processing to be set.

According to the above configuration, the acceptance rate of the game ball to the starting ball entry section can be improved when the game ball enters the special entry section, and the game ball can be variablely entered when the game ball enters the start entry section. In a configuration in which a game ball can be entered into a ball means and a prize ball based on the entry ball is played by a payout means, the advantage as a special state is relatively high or low. A special gaming state in which a transition response result (so-called jackpot result) and a second transition response result (so-called small hit result), which is more disadvantageous to the player than the first transition response result, are set, and the small hit result is likely to occur. Is set, so even if the result is not a big hit like a conventional game machine, it is possible to get a prize ball by variable ball entry control based on the small hit result that can occur frequently. Sex is realized.

On the other hand, if it is configured to shift to such a special gaming state where a small hit result is likely to occur based on the result of the transition judgment as to whether or not the big hit result or the small hit result is obtained, in the end, the conventional method of waiting for the big hit result is made. It is not so different from the playability of, and it can be a playability that lacks novelty. Moreover, if the configuration is such that the transition to the special gaming state is performed based on the result of the transition determination, the transition to the special gaming state is normally performed via the variable ball entry control, so that the variable ball entry control based on the jackpot result is particularly effective. If it is mediated, it may make it difficult to feel the gratitude of the special gaming state, which makes it easier to shift to a more disadvantageous special state.

Therefore, as in the above configuration, by setting the configuration to be in the special gaming state based on the specific processing on the receiving identification means side, it is possible to shift to the special gaming state regardless of the result of the transition determination. It is possible to provide a novel playability that is completely different from the conventional playability.

Regarding the result of the first transition and the result of the second transition, "As a result of the transition, the advantage of the control mode of the variable ball entry control performed during the special state is relatively high or low for the player. The first transition response result (big hit result) and the second transition response result (special hit result), which is more disadvantageous to the player than the first transition response result, are set so as to be. " It may be expressed. In addition, "the special state is set so that a round game can be performed a predetermined number of times, with a predetermined number (10) of game balls entering as one end condition. , ”, And then,“ As a result of the transition, the first transition correspondence result (big hit result) in which the round game can be performed multiple times and the second transition correspondence result (special hit) in which the round game is performed once. As a result), is set, and may be expressed as ".

Feature G2. The specific means is, as a means for executing the specific process, as a means for executing the specific process.
Acceptance information acquisition means (a function of executing a winning process for through by the main control device 162) for acquiring acceptance information based on the fact that the game ball has entered the special entry portion.
Acceptance information storage means (electric service holding area 643) for storing the acceptance information acquired by the acceptance information acquisition means up to a predetermined number, and
Acceptance control means (a function of executing electric service support processing by the main control device 162) for executing acceptance control in which the acceptance means is changed from the second state to the first state and then changed to the second state.
In the acceptance determination means (in the normal drawing game time control process by the main control device 162), the acceptance determination means for determining whether or not the acceptance control means performs the acceptance control of the acceptance information stored in the acceptance information storage means. Function to execute the pass / fail judgment process) and
Equipped with
The gaming machine according to feature G1, wherein the state means is to change the gaming state to the special gaming state based on at least a part of the specific processing.

According to the above configuration, the specific configuration of the specific process is clarified in the configuration of the feature G1.

Feature G3. The state means is described so that the probability that the result of the acceptance determination by the acceptance determination means becomes the acceptance result in which the acceptance control is performed by the acceptance control means does not change as compared with the normal gaming state. The gaming machine according to feature G2, which is characterized in that it is in a special gaming state.

According to the above configuration, the gaming state becomes the special gaming state without changing the probability that the result of the acceptance determination by the acceptance determination means becomes the acceptance result. By doing so, the degree of freedom in the special gaming state is improved. In other words, when changing the probability of acceptance judgment, it is preferable to change it with the result of the transition judgment side as an opportunity from the viewpoint of the transparency of the game, and based on that premise, the probability of acceptance judgment when the special game state is set. If the change is made, in the end, the playability may not be so different from the conventional game waiting for the result of the transition determination. Therefore, if the special gaming state is set without changing the probability of acceptance judgment as in the above configuration, the relationship with the transition judgment side can be weakened, and the acceptance judgment side's own route can be used. It is possible to put it in a special game state.

Features G4. The feature G2 or feature G3 is characterized in that the state means is set to the special gaming state so that the mode of the acceptance control by the acceptance control means does not change as compared with the normal gaming state. The described gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, the gaming state becomes the special gaming state without changing the mode of acceptance control. By doing so, the degree of freedom in the special gaming state is improved. That is, when the mode of acceptance control is different between the normal game state and the special game state, it is preferable to change the acceptance control mode with the result of the transition determination side as an opportunity from the viewpoint of the transparency of the game, and based on that premise, the special game state. In this case, if the mode of acceptance control is changed, in the end, the playability may not be so different from the conventional game waiting for the result of the transition determination. Therefore, if the configuration is such that the special gaming state is set without changing the mode of acceptance control as in the above configuration, the relationship with the transition determination side can be weakened, and the acceptance determination side's own route can be reduced. It is possible to put it in a special game state.

Feature G5. Based on the transition determination performed by the transition determination means, the game rotation effect is started by a predetermined effect means, and after the effect period elapses, the result notification corresponding to the result of the transition determination is performed to perform the game rotation effect. (A function to execute the game time control process by the main control device 162) and the game time control means for terminating
When the game rotation effect is performed by the game rotation control means, the effect period setting means for setting the effect period according to the result of the transition determination (a function of executing the variable display time setting process by the main control device 162). When,
Equipped with
Described in any one of the feature G1 to the feature G4, which is characterized in that the effect period set by the effect period setting means does not change from the normal game state when the special gaming state is set by the state means. Gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, even if a special gaming state is likely to result in a so-called small hit result as a result of the second transition, the length of the effect period of the game rotation effect associated with each transition determination does not change from the normal gaming state. When creating a special gaming state that is more likely to result in a small hit than in a normal gaming state, for example, in the normal gaming state, the production period of the game rotation effect that results in a small hit is lengthened so that the game rotation effect does not end, and is substantially On the other hand, in the special game state, it is conceivable to shorten the production period of the game rotation effect, which is the result of the small hit, so that the benefit of the result of the small hit can be received. However, with such a configuration, as described above, the effect period becomes longer in the normal game state, and even if the player tries to end the game, the game turn effect based on the small hit result may not be completed. There may be a problem that the number increases and it is difficult to stop. Therefore, if the configuration is such that the benefit of the small hit result is easily received without utilizing the length of the effect period of the game rotation effect as described above, the above problem does not occur.

Feature G6. Based on the specific process, a variable display time is set when the end means (in the main control device 162, the normal figure reserved storage number FN is 3 or less) for changing the special gaming state to the normal gaming state. The gaming machine according to any one of features G1 to G5, characterized in that it has a function of executing processing).

According to the above configuration, the special gaming state is set based on the specific processing related to the control of the receiving means, and the special gaming state is terminated based on the specific processing. By doing so, the processing on the starting and entering portion side is not involved in the transition and the end to the special gaming state, and the route can be completely unique to the receiving means side.

Feature G7. The specific means is, as a means for executing the specific process, as a means for executing the specific process.
Acceptance information acquisition means (a function of executing a winning process for through by the main control device 162) for acquiring acceptance information based on the fact that the game ball has entered the special entry section, and
Acceptance information storage means (electric service holding area 643) for storing the acceptance information acquired by the acceptance information acquisition means up to a predetermined number, and
Acceptance control means (a function of executing electric service support processing by the main control device 162) for executing acceptance control in which the acceptance means is changed from the second state to the first state and then changed to the second state.
In the acceptance determination means (in the normal drawing game time control process by the main control device 162), the acceptance determination means for determining whether or not the acceptance control means performs the acceptance control of the acceptance information stored in the acceptance information storage means. Function to execute the pass / fail judgment process) and
Equipped with
The state means is to change the gaming state to the special gaming state based on at least a part of the specific processing.
One of the features G1 to G6, wherein the state means is to be in the special gaming state by utilizing the number of the reception information stored in the reception information storage means. The gaming machine described in.

In the game in which the acceptance information is acquired based on the entry into the special entry section and the acceptance decision is made based on the acceptance information, the acceptance information waiting for the acceptance decision (waiting for digestion) is stored in the acceptance information. It becomes the receiving information stored in the means, and if the balance between the speed of entering the special ball and the digestion of the receiving information is tilted toward the ball entry side, the number of memories increases, and if it is tilted toward the digestion side, the number of memories increases. Decrease. Based on such a premise, if the above configuration is adopted, it is possible to shift to the special gaming state by utilizing the balance between the speed of entering the ball into the special entry section and the digestion of the acceptance information, and the special entry can be made. It is possible to greatly increase the interest in entering the ball and digesting the information for acceptance.

Features G8. When the launch operation by the player is a predetermined mode, the game ball launched from the launch means reaches the special entry portion.
In the state means, a long variable display time is selected in a situation where the firing operation of the predetermined mode is continued and a predetermined predetermined condition (a situation where the normal figure reserved storage number FN is 1 to 3) is selected. ) Is established, and the means for facilitating the number of the receiving information stored in the receiving information storage means to be a predetermined specific number (4) (holding on the normal drawing side during a long variable display time). It has a function to execute the process of acquiring information).
The gaming machine according to feature G7, characterized in that the number of the receiving information stored by the receiving information storage means becomes the specific number so that the special gaming state can be achieved.

According to the above configuration, when the number of acceptance information stored in the acceptance information storage means becomes a specific number, a so-called small hit result is likely to occur in a special gaming state. In this case, since the specific number is not reached unless the predetermined condition is satisfied in the situation where the launch operation of the predetermined mode is continued, the continuous implementation of the launch operation of the predetermined mode is promoted. As a result, it is possible to make it difficult to perform a so-called stop-beating action in which firing and stopping are repeated, or a firing operation aimed at a location not intended by the designer.

Feature G9. Based on the acceptance determination performed by the acceptance determination means, the acceptance effect is started by a predetermined effect means, and after the acceptance effect period elapses, the result notification corresponding to the result of the acceptance determination is performed to perform the acceptance effect. Acceptance effect control means to be terminated (a function to execute a normal game round control process by the main control device 162) and
When the acceptance effect is performed by the acceptance effect control means, the acceptance effect period setting means (main control device 162 sets the normal figure variation display time) for setting the acceptance effect period according to the result of the acceptance determination is executed. Function) and
Equipped with
The state means means that the predetermined acceptance effect period is set by the acceptance effect period setting means, and the acceptance information storage means can store the specified number of acceptance information. The gaming machine according to the feature G8, which is characterized by becoming.

According to the above configuration, the number of acceptance information stored in the acceptance information storage means changes depending on the setting of the acceptance effect period of the acceptance effect based on the acceptance determination, and a specific number is stored. In this way, it is possible to shift to a special game state by setting the acceptance effect period, and it is possible to realize a novel game playability by making good use of the existing configuration and without requiring a large design change.

Feature G10. The feature G8 is characterized in that the number of the receiving information stored in the receiving information storage means can be the specific number by continuing the firing operation of the predetermined mode when the predetermined condition is satisfied. Or the gaming machine according to the feature G9.

According to the above configuration, the special gaming state is not set only when the predetermined condition is satisfied, and the special gaming state is not set unless the firing operation of the predetermined mode is continued. By doing so, the game operation (launch operation) of the player and the transition of the gaming state are closely related to each other, and the interest is improved, as compared with the configuration in which the transition is made by one-sided lottery on the gaming machine side.

Feature G11. In the state means, a long variable display time is selected in a situation where the firing operation of the predetermined mode is continued and a predetermined predetermined condition (a situation where the normal figure reserved storage number FN is 1 to 3) is selected. ) Does not hold, and a means for limiting the number of the receiving information stored in the receiving information storage means to be the specific number (relationship between the short fluctuation display time on the normal drawing side and the firing cycle) is provided. The gaming machine according to any one of features G8 to G10, characterized in that it is provided.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to more preferably exert the effect of the feature G8. Specifically, since the number of stored information for acceptance is limited to a specific number without satisfying the predetermined condition, the special gaming state will not be achieved without satisfying the predetermined condition. As a result, it is possible to avoid an event in which a special gaming state occurs on a route not intended by the designer, and to suppress an act of intentionally causing the route.

Feature G12. The special gaming state is characterized in that the special gaming state continues in a situation where the number of the receiving information stored in the receiving information storage means is equal to or more than a predetermined predetermined number (3). The gaming machine according to any one of the features G7 to G11.

According to the above configuration, even after the special gaming state is set by using the stored number of the receiving information, the special gaming state is terminated unless the stored number is maintained at a predetermined number or more. In this way, by associating the start condition and the continuation condition of the special gaming state with the stored number of the acceptance information, it is possible to obtain a novel game property that makes good use of the processing information on the acceptance determination side.

When the "predetermined number" is applied to the feature G8, it may be expressed as "a predetermined number that is smaller than the specific number" in more detail.

Feature G13. Based on the result of the transition determination by the transition determination means, a means for causing an event to reduce the number of the acceptance information stored in the acceptance information storage means (execution of the large winning opening opening / closing process by the main control device 162). The gaming machine according to any one of the features G8 to G12, which is characterized by having a function of performing the game.

According to the above configuration, in the configuration in which the special gaming state is set due to the increase in the storage number of the reception information (becomes a specific number), the storage number of the reception information may be reduced depending on the result of the transition determination. Therefore, regarding the number of stored information for acceptance, not only the speed balance between the entry into the special entry section and the digestion of the acceptance information, but also the result of the transition judgment can be involved, and the game is diversified. Be done.

For each configuration of the above features G1 to G13, features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features C1 to C12, features D1 to D8, features E1 to E9, features F1 to F14, features H1 to H10, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of I1 to I12, features J1 to J8, features K1 to K13, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic H group>
Features H1. A launching means (game ball launch mechanism 110) for launching a game ball based on a launch operation by the player, and
A starting ball entry portion (fifth operating port 730) into which a game ball launched by the launching means can enter, and
Special information acquisition means (a function of executing information acquisition processing by the main control device 162) for acquiring special information based on the fact that the game ball has entered the starting ball entry portion, and
A special information storage means (reserved ball storage area 642) that stores the special information acquired by the special information acquisition means up to a predetermined number, and
With respect to the special information stored in the special information storage means, the grant determination means for determining whether or not to grant a privilege to the player (first special figure change start processing by the main control device 162 or second special figure). Function to execute the hit / fail judgment process in the fluctuation start process) and
Based on the fact that the result of the grant determination by the grant determination means is the grant response result corresponding to the grant of the privilege to the player, the privilege granting means for granting the privilege to the player (game by the main control device 162). Function to execute state transition processing) and
A special entry section (through gate 35) into which a game ball launched by the launching means can enter, and
A receiving means (electric accessory) that can be displaced into a first state (accepting state) in which the game ball is accepted into the starting ball entry portion and a second state (non-accepting state) in which the game ball is more difficult to accept than in the first state. 66) and
Acceptance information acquisition means (a function of executing a winning process for through by the main control device 162) for acquiring acceptance information based on the fact that the game ball has entered the special entry section, and
Acceptance information storage means (electric service holding area 643) for storing the acceptance information acquired by the acceptance information acquisition means up to a predetermined number, and
Acceptance control means (a function of executing electric service support processing by the main control device 162) for executing acceptance control in which the acceptance means is changed from the second state to the first state and then changed to the second state.
In the acceptance determination means (in the normal drawing game time control process by the main control device 162), the acceptance determination means for determining whether or not the acceptance control means performs the acceptance control of the acceptance information stored in the acceptance information storage means. Function to execute the pass / fail judgment process) and
Equipped with
The first aspect (for example, in the case of the upper variable winning device 710), in which the gaming ball can enter the special entry portion at a position where the gaming ball launched by the launching means reaches before the special entry portion. (Closed state) and the second aspect (for example, the upper variable winning device 710 is open state) in which it is impossible to enter the game ball into the special entry portion or it is more difficult to enter the ball than in the first aspect. A gaming machine characterized in that a movable accessory (for example, an upper variable winning device 710) is provided.

According to the above configuration, in the configuration in which the acceptance control is performed in which the entry rate to the starting entry section where the grant determination of the privilege grant is performed is performed based on the entry into the special entry section, the special entry section is performed. A movable accessory is arranged on the upstream side of the ball, and if the movable accessory is the first aspect, entry into the special ball entry portion is permitted, while if the movable accessory is the second aspect, special entry is allowed. Entry into the ball is restricted. Therefore, not only the result of the acceptance determination based on the entry into the special entry section but also the state of the movable accessory changes the entry rate to the starting entry section. By doing so, for example, even if the probability that the result of the acceptance determination is the result of executing the acceptance control is not changed, the entry rate to the special entry portion, that is, the acceptance determination is determined by the state change of the movable accessory. It is possible to change the execution frequency, and it is possible to realize a novel playability of changing the ball entry rate to the starting ball entry section without changing the probability of acceptance judgment or the mode of acceptance control. ..

Feature H2. When the movable accessory has the second aspect, the movable accessory and the special entry portion are provided so that the distance from the special entry portion is smaller than the diameter of the game ball. The gaming machine according to the feature H1.

According to the above configuration, when the movable accessory is in the second state, the event that the game ball slips between the movable accessory and the special entry section and enters the special entry section does not occur. Will be. As a result, in changing the execution frequency of the acceptance determination due to the change in the state of the movable accessory, it is possible to prevent the execution frequency from being different from the design due to the flow of the game ball.

Feature H3. The gaming machine according to feature H1 or feature H2, wherein the acceptance determination means has a configuration capable of performing the acceptance determination even in a situation where the movable accessory is in the second aspect.

According to the above configuration, if the movable accessory is the second aspect, the ball does not enter the special ball entry portion and the reception information is not acquired, but the reception determination is performed. Therefore, the reception information storage means. The configuration is such that only the acceptance information stored in is digested and the replenishment is not performed. By doing so, for example, when it is desired to reduce the number of acceptance information stored in the acceptance information storage means, the number of acceptance information can be changed by setting the movable accessory as the second mode. It is possible to adjust by using things.

Features H4. The gaming machine according to any one of the features H1 to H3, wherein the movable accessory periodically operates in the first aspect and the second aspect from a predetermined start trigger.

According to the above configuration, in a configuration in which the ball entry rate to the special ball entry portion changes due to the movement of the movable accessory, the operation timing of the movable accessory is periodic, so that it is compared with the non-periodic one. As a result, the transparency of the game is guaranteed. That is, if it is aperiodic, for example, even though the game ball is flowing down at the timing when it is likely to enter the special ball entry portion, the movable accessory suddenly becomes the second mode and is special. If a disadvantageous event occurs for the player, such as the entry of the ball into the entry section is blocked, it may cause distrust that the movement of the movable accessory is intentionally designed. No. Therefore, by performing the periodic operation as described above, it is possible to change the ball entry rate to the special ball entry section without giving the player a sense of distrust.

Feature H5. The gaming machine according to feature H4, wherein the period in which the movable accessory operates in the first aspect and the second aspect is shorter than the firing cycle of the gaming ball by the launching means.

According to the above configuration, since the operation cycle of the movable accessory is shorter than the firing cycle, it is difficult to perform the act of aiming at the state where the movable accessory can enter the special ball entry portion in the first mode. can do.

Regarding "the cycle in which the movable accessory operates in the first aspect and the second aspect", "the first aspect after the movable accessory operates from the first aspect to the second aspect". It may be expressed as "the cycle until it operates."

Feature H6. The gaming machine according to any one of features H1 to H3, wherein the movable accessory is the second aspect when the privilege is granted by the privilege granting means.

According to the above configuration, when the privilege is granted by the grant determination based on the entry into the starting ball entry portion, the movable accessory is the second mode, so that the privilege is granted. And the sadness that the ball does not enter the special ball entry section can be provided at the same time through the grant determination. By doing so, in particular, when the ball does not enter the special entry section, the acceptance judgment is not performed, and as a result, the entry rate to the start entry section also decreases, and the next time As a result, the privilege grant of is far away. In this way, by making good use of the relationship between the grant determination based on the entry to the starting ball entry section and the entry rate to the special entry section, the image of the privilege granted based on the result of the grant determination can be obtained. It can be a novel thing that has never existed before.

Feature H7. The movable accessory has a ball entry portion (upper size) in which a game ball can enter the ball in the second aspect, and it is more difficult for the game ball to enter the movable accessory than in the second aspect. Has a winning opening 710a)
The feature H6 is characterized in that it is provided with a payout means (payout control device 181) for paying out a predetermined number of game balls based on the game balls entering the ball entry portion of the movable accessory. Gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to insert a game ball into the entry portion of a movable accessory based on the privilege being granted by the privilege granting means, and a prize ball of paying out a predetermined number of game balls is obtained. be able to. Therefore, based on the privilege grant, the entry to the special entry section will not occur, but the entry to the movable accessory will occur, and the acceptance information will not be acquired, but the prize ball can be obtained. It will be possible. By doing so, it is possible to balance the loss that the ball does not enter the special ball entry portion and the privilege obtained by the movable accessory becoming the second aspect.

Feature H8. Based on the privilege being granted by the privilege granting means, the movable accessory is changed from the first aspect to the second aspect, and then the unit operation according to the first aspect is performed a plurality of times. The gaming machine according to feature H7, which is characterized in that it is configured to shift to a specific gaming state that can be executed.

According to the above configuration, when the game shifts to the specific gaming state, the unit operation is performed a plurality of times. In this case, since the timing at which the movable accessory becomes the first mode occurs between the unit movements, the ball entering the special ball entry portion is compared with the configuration maintained in the second mode. There will be room for it to occur. As a result, it may be possible to generate a ball entering the special ball entry section while paying out the prize ball as a privilege.

Feature H9. The gaming machine according to feature H8, wherein the waiting period between the unit motion and the unit motion in the specific gaming state may be longer than the firing cycle of the gaming ball by the launching means.

According to the above configuration, even during the special gaming state in which the movable accessory is the second aspect, the ball can enter the special ball entry portion during the waiting period between the unit movements. Will be. As a result, the entry into the movable accessory that triggers the payout of the prize ball as a privilege grant and the entry into the special entry section that triggers the acquisition of the acceptance information can be performed at different timings during the specific game state. Each can be caused.

Feature H10. In the specific gaming state, after the movable accessory changes from the first aspect to the second aspect in one unit operation, the movable accessory changes from the first aspect to the second aspect in the next unit operation. The period until the two modes are established is predetermined.
It is determined that the movable accessory operates according to the first aspect when a predetermined number of balls are entered into the ball entry portion of the movable accessory after the second aspect is achieved. The gaming machine according to the feature H9.

According to the above configuration, since the period from the second aspect to the second aspect is fixed, a predetermined number of balls are entered as soon as possible after the movable accessory becomes the second aspect. The more the first aspect is generated, the longer the period of the first aspect is. That is, the earlier a predetermined number of balls enter the movable accessory, the easier it is to generate the balls into the special ball entry portion. By doing so, it is possible to realize a game property in which the entry into the movable accessory and the entry into the special entry portion are associated with each other during the specific gaming state.

For each configuration of the above features H1 to H10, features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features C1 to C12, features D1 to D8, features E1 to E9, features F1 to F14, features G1 to G13, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of I1 to I12, features J1 to J8, features K1 to K13, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic I group>
Features I1. Variable entry means (upper variable winning device 710) that can be switched between the first aspect (open state) in which the game ball can enter and the second aspect (closed state) in which the game ball is more difficult to enter than the first aspect. )When,
The variable ball entry means is changed from the second aspect to the first aspect, and then the variable ball entry control means (main control device 162) for executing the variable ball entry control according to the second aspect is executed. Function to do) and
Based on the establishment of the predetermined transition condition, the game state is shifted to the specific state (open / close execution mode) in which the variable entry control is performed by the variable entry means (game by the main control device 162). Function to execute state transition processing) and
A payout means (payout control device 181) that pays out a predetermined number of game balls based on the game balls entering the variable ball entry means.
In a gaming machine equipped with
Based on the fact that the variable ball entry means is made into the first aspect by the variable ball entry control means, it is possible to cause a specific event that is more disadvantageous than the case where the variable ball entry means is not made into the first aspect. A gaming machine characterized by having a possible specific event means (a function of executing a general-purpose gaming time control process by the main control device 162).

According to the above configuration, in a configuration in which a predetermined number of game balls as prize balls are paid out when a game ball enters a variable ball entry means that controls opening and closing like a so-called electric chew or an attacker, the variable ball entry means is the first. When it comes to the aspect, a specific event which is more disadvantageous than the case where the first aspect does not occur may occur. In other words, while it is possible to obtain a prize ball when the variable ball entry means is the first aspect, a specific event that is disadvantageous occurs, so that the player has a complicated emotion in which joy and sadness are mixed. Can be. By doing so, it is possible to realize a novel playability that is significantly different from the conventional playability of simply obtaining a prize ball based on the jackpot result.

It should be noted that "specific event means (main control device) capable of causing a specific event disadvantageous to the player based on the variable ball entry control means having the variable ball entry means as the first aspect. Regarding "a function of executing a normal game time control process according to 162", the variable ball entry means is the first aspect based on the variable ball entry control means having the variable ball entry means as the first aspect. It may be expressed as "specific event means capable of causing a specific event that is more disadvantageous than the case where it is not considered as one aspect (a function of executing a general-purpose game round control process by the main control device 162)".

Feature I2. The gaming machine according to feature I1, wherein the specific event means causes the specific event during the specific state in which the variable ball entry means is the first aspect.

According to the above configuration, a specific event occurs during a specific state, and when compared with a configuration in which a disadvantageous event occurs after the specific state, the complex emotions in which the joy and sadness shown in the feature I1 are complicated are more complicated. It is possible to hold it favorably. That is, the variable ball entry means becomes the first aspect, and while the game ball is entered into the variable ball entry means to obtain a prize ball, at the same time, a specific event that is disadvantageous occurs. By doing so, it is possible to experience the occurrence of a specific event that is disadvantageous while obtaining a prize ball, and it is possible to make the game with a novel feeling.

Feature I3. The gaming machine according to feature I2, wherein the specific event means causes the specific event according to the length of the period of which the variable ball entry means is the first aspect.

According to the above configuration, a specific event may occur depending on the length of the period in which the variable ball entry means becomes the first aspect and the prize ball can be obtained. Therefore, if the number of prize balls obtained is large or small, it becomes possible to more closely relate to a specific event that is disadvantageous to the player.

Feature I4. The gaming machine according to feature I3, wherein the specific event means is more likely to cause the specific event as the period in which the variable ball entry means is the first aspect is longer.

According to the above configuration, the more prize balls that can be obtained, the more likely it is that a specific event that is disadvantageous to the player will occur. This makes it possible to simultaneously provide a feeling of joy in the number of prize balls and a feeling of sadness that the more prize balls there are, the more likely it is that a specific event that is disadvantageous will occur. Can be sex.

Feature I5. The specific event means is characterized in that it is possible to prevent the specific event from occurring when the period of the variable ball entry means is shorter than the predetermined period. The gaming machine according to feature I3 or feature I4.

According to the above configuration, if the period according to the first aspect is shorter than the predetermined period, the specific event that is disadvantageous to the player does not occur. As a result, it is possible to prevent a specific disadvantageous event from occurring even when the number of prize balls obtained is small, and it is possible to avoid an event in which the player is extremely disadvantaged.

Feature I6. The gaming machine according to feature I5, wherein the predetermined period is a period longer than the firing cycle of the gaming ball.

According to the above configuration, the predetermined period is a period during which at least one ball can enter the variable ball entry means. In other words, there are scenes where a specific event does not occur while obtaining a prize ball commensurate with it. By doing so, it is possible to provide a specific state in which a specific event occurs and a specific event in which a specific event does not occur, while giving a prize ball, which can greatly contribute to the diversification of games.

Feature I7. A privilege granting means (main control device) for granting a privilege (support state by the electric accessory 66) to the player based on the establishment of a predetermined granting condition (the result of the winning / failing lottery on the normal drawing side is the opening result). It is equipped with a function to execute the normal game times control process according to 162).
A high grant state (easy winning state) and a low grant state (normal game state) are set so that the ease of granting the privilege by the privilege granting means is relatively high or low.
It is provided with a granting state setting means (a normal number of reserved storage numbers FN stored in the electric service holding area 643) for changing from the high granting state to the low granting state and from the low granting state to the high granting state.
The granting state setting means has a configuration capable of setting the high granting state or the low granting state independently of the specific state transitioning means.
The predetermined grant condition can be satisfied during the specific state, and may be satisfied.
The gaming machine according to any one of features I1 to I6, wherein the specific event is an event in which the high grant state shifts to the low grant state during the specific state.

According to the above configuration, since the predetermined grant condition can be satisfied even in the specific state, the ease with which the predetermined grant condition in the specific state is satisfied changes during the specific state. By doing so, in one specific state, it is possible to change the ease of granting benefits without changing the ease of entering the variable ball entry means, resulting in a novel specific state. It becomes possible.

Feature I8. Equipped with a special entry section (through gate 35) where game balls can enter
The granting state setting means has a configuration capable of continuing the high granting state on condition that balls entering the special ball entry portion occur at a predetermined frequency.
The gaming machine according to feature I7, wherein the specific event occurs when the frequency of entering the special ball entry portion decreases during the specific state.

According to the above configuration, as long as the ball enters the special entry section at a predetermined frequency, a specific event occurs when the frequency of entry into the special entry section decreases during the specific state in the configuration in which the high grant state continues. It becomes a low grant state. In this way, by associating the specific event and the high / low grant state with the event that the player can easily recognize, such as entering the special ball entry portion, the degree of understanding of the game is improved, and thus the feature I1 It will be possible to fully enjoy the novel playability of.

Feature I9. The special ball-entry portion can enter the ball when the variable ball-entry means becomes the second aspect, and the variable ball-entry means becomes the first aspect, as compared with the case of the second aspect. The gaming machine according to feature I8, which is characterized in that it is difficult to enter a ball.

According to the above configuration, when the variable ball entry means becomes the first aspect and the ball can be entered in the specific state, it becomes difficult to enter the special ball entry portion and the frequency of entry is reduced. In this way, by utilizing the displacement of the variable ball entry means for the ball entry frequency of the special ball entry section, the variable ball entry means can be used not only as a function for obtaining a prize ball during a specific state, but also as a special ball entry section. There is no need to newly provide a configuration to change the ball entry frequency on the special ball entry part side by having the function of changing the ball entry frequency to the ball. It is possible to reduce the installation area.

Feature I10. Variable entry means (lower variable winning device 700) that can be switched between the first aspect (open state) in which the game ball can enter and the second aspect (closed state) in which the game ball is more difficult to enter than the first aspect. , Upper variable winning device 710),
The variable ball entry means is changed from the second aspect to the first aspect, and then the variable ball entry control means (main control device 162) for executing the variable ball entry control according to the second aspect is executed. Function to do) and
Based on the establishment of the predetermined transition condition, the game state is shifted to the specific state (open / close execution mode) in which the variable entry control is performed by the variable entry means (game by the main control device 162). Function to execute state transition processing) and
A payout means (payout control device 181) that pays out a predetermined number of game balls based on the game balls entering the variable ball entry means.
In a gaming machine equipped with
Having a plurality of the variable ball entry means,
The variable ball entry control means includes a first means for performing the variable ball entry control by the first variable ball entry means (lower variable winning device 700) among the plurality of variable ball entry means in the specific state, and a plurality of the variable ball entry control means. The second means for performing the variable ball entry control by the second variable ball entry means (upper variable winning device 710) different from the first variable ball entry means among the variable ball entry means, the first means and the said. It is provided with a setting means (a function of executing a large winning opening opening / closing process by the main control device 162) for setting which of the second means is used to perform the variable ball entry control.
The variable ball entry means does not cause a specific event that is disadvantageous to the player when the variable ball entry control is performed by the first means, while the second means does not cause a specific event that is disadvantageous to the player. A gaming machine characterized by having a specific event generating means (a function of executing a normal drawing game rotation control process by the main control device 162) that can be generated when the variable ball entry control is performed.

According to the above configuration, when a game ball enters a variable ball entry means that controls opening and closing like a so-called electric chew or an attacker, a predetermined number of game balls as prize balls are paid out, and the first variable ball entry means is used. Although the specific event that is disadvantageous to the player does not occur in the first aspect, the specific event may occur when the second variable ball entry means becomes the first aspect. That is, while it is possible to obtain a prize ball when the variable ball-entry means becomes the first aspect, a specific event which is disadvantageous may or may not occur due to the variable ball-entry means which is the first aspect. As a result, although it is basically gratifying that the variable ball-entry means is the first aspect, depending on the variable ball-entry means that is the first aspect, the happy feelings and the sad feelings are complicated. It can be a thing. By doing so, it is possible to realize a novel playability that is significantly different from the conventional playability of simply obtaining a prize ball based on the jackpot result.

Feature I11. Variable entry means (upper variable winning device 710) that can be switched between the first aspect (open state) in which the game ball can enter and the second aspect (closed state) in which the game ball is more difficult to enter than the first aspect. )When,
The variable ball entry means is changed from the second aspect to the first aspect, and then the variable ball entry control means (main control device 162) for executing the variable ball entry control according to the second aspect is executed. Function to do) and
Based on the establishment of the predetermined transition condition, the game state is shifted to the specific state (open / close execution mode) in which the variable entry control is performed by the variable entry means (game by the main control device 162). Function to execute state transition processing) and
A payout means (payout control device 181) that pays out a predetermined number of game balls based on the game balls entering the variable ball entry means.
In a gaming machine equipped with
The variable ball entry control means can maintain the variable ball entry means as the first aspect for the first period in the predetermined specific state, and the variable ball entry means can be used for the first period. It can be maintained as the first aspect over a shorter second period.
The case where the variable ball-entry means is maintained as the first aspect is better than the case where the variable ball-entry means is maintained as the first aspect over the first period. , A gaming machine characterized by being advantageous to the player.

According to the above configuration, it is premised that the variable entry means becomes the first aspect, so that the variable entry means can enter the ball, and the prize ball is paid out according to the entry. Therefore, the second period, in which the period considered as the first aspect is short, is more advantageous to the player than the first period being opened. That is, the ease with which the prize ball is paid out and the advantage for the player are in conflict with each other. By doing so, it is possible to realize a novel playability that is significantly different from the conventional playability of simply obtaining a prize ball based on the jackpot result.

Feature I12. A special production means (a general game game by the main control device 162) that starts a special production by a predetermined production means based on a predetermined start opportunity and ends the special production based on the elapse of a preset production continuation period. Function to execute control processing) and
Based on the predetermined first opportunity, the game ball is switched to the first mode (open state) in which the game ball can enter, and based on the predetermined second opportunity, the game ball is harder to enter than in the first aspect. Variable ball entry means (upper variable winning device 710) that can be switched to two modes (closed state),
A payout means (payout control device 181) that executes a predetermined number of game balls to be paid out based on the game balls entering the variable ball entry means.
Equipped with
The first mode continuation period from the occurrence of the predetermined first trigger to the occurrence of the predetermined second trigger is the effect continuation period of the special effect executed in the situation where the predetermined first opportunity occurs. A gaming machine characterized in that a case shorter than the remaining period is more advantageous to the player than a case longer than the remaining period.

According to the above configuration, when a game ball enters the variable ball entry means, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out as prize balls, and the variable ball entry means is the first aspect of the continuation of the first aspect. Advantages and disadvantages are set in relation to the remaining period of the production duration of the special effect, and the case where the duration of the first aspect is shorter than the remaining period of the special effect is more for the player than the case where the period is longer than the remaining period. It will be advantageous. That is, originally, the longer the first mode continuation period is, the more the prize ball may be awarded, which is advantageous for the player. However, in consideration of the special production, the first mode continuation period is short. It can be more advantageous for the player. By doing so, it is possible to realize a novel game playability that is significantly different from the conventional game playability, in which a game ball is simply inserted into a variable ball entry means to obtain a prize ball.

The configurations shown in the features I1 to I9 may be applied individually to the features I10 to I12, or may be applied in combination with each other.

Further, for each configuration of the above features I1 to I12, features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features C1 to C12, features D1 to D8, features E1 to E9, features F1 to F14, features G1 to G13, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of H1 to H10, features J1 to J8, features K1 to K13, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic J group>
Features J1. A launching means (game ball launch mechanism 110) for launching a game ball based on a launch operation by the player, and
A special entry section (upper variable winning device 710, through gate 35) capable of entering a game ball launched by the launching means, and
A predetermined notification means (design display device 75) and
An effect executing means (notification / effect control device 143) that executes a notification effect by the predetermined notification means, and
It is a gaming machine equipped with
A special state (open / close execution mode) in which the probability of entering the special ball is changed is set.
The effect executing means is
In the special state, after executing a predetermined effect (battle effect), an advantageous content (winning effect) suggesting that it is advantageous to the player and a disadvantageous content (defeat effect) suggesting that it is disadvantageous to the player. The first special effect executing means (battle effect by the notification / effect control device 143) capable of executing the first special effect of selecting and notifying one of a plurality of types of result contents including) by the predetermined notification means. (Function to execute the process for) and
The second special effect (general game game), which is an effect that is started at an execution trigger different from that of the first special effect and is ended based on the elapse of a predetermined execution period, is the predetermined notification means or. A second special effect execution means (a function of executing the normal game round control process by the main control device 162) that can be executed by a different notification means, and
Based on the occurrence of a ball entering the special ball entry portion, an advantageous means for facilitating the selection of the advantageous content as the result content in the first special effect (winning based on the winning of the upper prize opening 710a). Processing to generate an effect: a function to execute S3708 to S3713, HP display setting processing according to the number of holds based on winning a prize in the through gate 35: a function to execute S3706), and
Disadvantageous means (conventional storage) that facilitates selection of the disadvantageous content as the result content in the first special effect according to the lapse of the execution period of the second special effect executed during the first special effect. Processing to generate HP reduction effect according to number FN and fluctuation status: function to execute S3714 to S3718) and
A gaming machine characterized by being equipped with.

According to the above configuration, by allowing the game ball to enter the special ball entry portion during the first special effect, it becomes easy to select an advantageous content as the result content in the first special effect. On the other hand, it becomes easy to select a disadvantageous content as the result content in the first special effect according to the lapse of the execution period of the second special effect performed during the execution of the first special effect. In other words, when the first special effect occurs in the special state, it is not enough to simply put the game ball into the special entry part, but also a time factor is added, so that the playability in the special state is greatly improved. Can be improved.

In particular, since the temporal element is the elapse of the execution period of the second special effect that is started at a different start trigger from the first special effect, it has nothing to do with the elapse of the execution period of the first special effect. It is possible to make it easier to select the disadvantageous content by the element. Therefore, even if the ball has not entered the special entry section by the end of the first special effect, it is possible to select an advantageous content if the second special effect has not been completed, and the first special effect can be selected. Even if a ball enters the special ball entry section, it is possible to select a disadvantageous content if the second special effect is completed.

By doing so, it becomes possible to make the first special effect in the special state not a so-called finished race-like effect in which the result is predetermined, but an effect according to the game content in the special state, and the special state. It is possible to greatly improve the playability of the inside.

Feature J2. The feature J1 characterized in that the second special effect executing means is configured to start the second special effect based on the game ball launched by the launching means entering a predetermined entry portion. The gaming machine described in.

According to the above configuration, when the game ball enters a predetermined entry portion, the second special effect related to the tendency to easily select the disadvantageous content in the first special effect is started. Since it is easy to select the disadvantageous content according to the lapse of the execution period of the second special effect being executed during the first special effect, it is better to start the second special effect at the latest possible timing. Since it is difficult to select the ball, it is preferable that the ball enters a predetermined ball entry portion, which is a trigger for starting the second special effect, at a late timing. On the other hand, when the ball enters the special ball entry portion, the advantageous content is easily selected, so that the selected result content can be different by using each ball entry timing.

Feature J3. Starting ball entry portions (first operating port 62, fifth operating port 730) into which a game ball launched by the launching means can enter, and
A transition determination means (first special figure change start processing by the main control device 162 or a first 2 Function to execute the hit / fail judgment process in the special figure change start process) and
A variable entry ball that can be displaced into a first aspect (open state) in which a game ball launched by the launching means can enter and a second aspect (closed state) in which a game ball is more difficult to enter than the first aspect. Means (upper variable prize device 710) and
The variable ball entry means is changed from the second aspect to the first aspect, and then a special control means (a function of executing a large winning opening opening / closing process by the main control device 162) for executing the special control according to the second aspect. ,
Equipped with
The special state is a configuration in which the special control is executed by the special control means.
A receiving means (electric accessory) that can be displaced into a first state (accepting state) in which the game ball is accepted into the starting ball entry portion and a second state (non-accepting state) in which the game ball is more difficult to accept than in the first state. 66) and
Acceptance control means (a function of executing electric service support processing by the main control device 162) for executing acceptance control in which the acceptance means is changed from the second state to the first state and then changed to the second state.
Acceptance information acquisition means (a function of executing a through winning process by the main control device 162) for acquiring acceptance information based on the fact that the game ball has entered the predetermined entry portion.
Acceptance determination means (main control device 162) for executing acceptance determination as to whether or not to execute the acceptance control by the acceptance control means for the acceptance information acquired by the acceptance information acquisition means (general game game time control process by the main control device 162). Function to execute the pass / fail judgment process in
Equipped with
The second special effect executing means starts the second special effect based on the acceptance determination performed by the acceptance determination means, and the result of the acceptance determination is based on the elapse of the predetermined execution period. The gaming machine according to the feature J2, which is characterized in that the second special effect is terminated by notifying the player.

According to the above configuration, the transition determination is made based on the entry into the starting ball entry portion, and when the transition to the special state is made based on the result of the transition determination, the entry into the variable ball entry means is likely to occur. In the first special effect executed during the special state, the first special effect is started based on the entry into a predetermined entry portion that triggers the acceptance determination that changes the entry rate to the starting entry portion. 2 It becomes easier to select disadvantageous content according to the passage of the execution period of the special effect. In this way, by associating the first special effect in the special state based on the entry into the starting ball entry portion with the second special effect on the acceptance determination side, it is possible to simply generate the entry into the variable entry means. Not only is it good, but the advantages and disadvantages change in consideration of the second special effect on the acceptance judgment side, so the acceptance judgment should play a new role beyond the role of changing the entry rate to the starting ball entry section. It is possible to make it a novel playability that has never existed before.

Features J4. The special state is a configuration in which the special control by the special control means is executed a plurality of times.
The predetermined ball entry portion can be entered by the variable ball entry means in the second aspect, and the variable entry means can enter the ball more than in the second aspect by the first aspect. The gaming machine according to feature J3, which is characterized by having a configuration that makes it difficult to play.

According to the above configuration, in the special state where the ball can be entered into the variable ball entry means, the predetermined ball entry section that triggers the execution of the second special effect, which is related to the disadvantageous content of the first special effect, is When the variable ball entry means is in the second mode, it is possible to enter the ball, and when the variable ball entry means is in the first mode, it is difficult to enter the ball. By doing so, while the first special effect is closely related to the second special effect, the timing at which the ball is likely to enter the variable ball entry means and the predetermined timing that triggers the start of the second special effect. It is possible to separate the timing at which the ball is likely to enter the ball entry portion. As a result, in a configuration in which the points of interest are different, the timing of attention can be separated, and it is possible to preferably avoid the phenomenon that the degree of attention is dispersed by paying attention to a plurality of points at the same time. ..

Feature J5. The special ball entry section has a first special ball entry section (through gate 35).
The predetermined ball entry section is the first special ball entry section.
The gaming machine according to any one of features J2 to J4, wherein the advantageous means can facilitate selection of the advantageous content based on the entry of a ball into the first special entry portion. ..

According to the above configuration, the second special effect is started based on the ball entering the first special ball entry section for acceptance determination, and the first special effect is disadvantageous according to the lapse of the execution period of the second special effect. In a configuration in which the content is easily selected, when the ball enters the first special ball entry portion, the advantageous content is also easily selected. In this way, the content of the result of the first special effect in the special state in which the ball is allowed to enter the variable ball entry means is advantageous by the element based on the entry into the first special ball entry section for acceptance determination. It is possible to make the special state a novel game that is completely different from the game playability that only causes the ball to enter the variable ball entry means.

Features J6. Starting ball entry portions (first operating port 62, fifth operating port 730) into which a game ball launched by the launching means can enter, and
A transition determination means (first special figure change start processing by the main control device 162 or a first 2 Function to execute the hit / fail judgment process in the special figure change start process) and
Equipped with
It has a second special ball entry section as the special ball entry section.
The second special ball entry portion is configured to be displaceable into a first mode (open state) in which a game ball can enter and a second mode (closed state) in which a game ball is more difficult to enter than the first mode. And
The second special ball entry portion is changed from the second aspect to the first aspect, and then a special control means for executing the special control according to the second aspect (a function of executing a large winning opening opening / closing process by the main control device 162). )
The gaming machine according to any one of features J1 to J5, wherein the special state is a configuration in which the special control is executed by the special control means.

According to the above configuration, in a configuration in which a transition to a special state in which entry into the second special entry section is permitted is performed based on the result of a transition determination based on entry into the starting entry section, the first in the special state. In the 1 special effect, when the ball enters the second special ball entry section, the advantageous content is easily selected. On the other hand, since it becomes easier to select the disadvantageous content according to the lapse of the execution period of the second special effect, the ball enters the second special ball entry section as soon as possible in consideration of the second special effect. This makes it easier to select advantageous contents and makes it difficult to select disadvantageous contents. By doing so, it becomes possible to make the meaning of entering the second special ball entry section during the special state more than simply obtaining a prize ball based on the ball entry, and during the special state. It is possible to improve the playability of.

Feature J7. In the special state, the number of balls entering the second special ball entry portion, which is the first aspect, has reached a predetermined number, or a predetermined period has elapsed since the first aspect. A termination means (a function of executing a large winning opening closing process by the main control device 162) is provided with the second special entry portion as the second aspect based on the above.
The disadvantageous means is the elapse of the execution period of the second special effect even when the number of balls entered into the second special ball entry portion according to the first aspect by the termination means reaches the predetermined number. The gaming machine according to feature J6, wherein the disadvantageous content can be selected according to the above.

As in the above configuration, when the number of balls entering the second special ball entry section reaches a predetermined number or a predetermined period elapses in the special state, the second special ball entry section is simply configured in the second mode. Even if the number of balls entered reaches a predetermined number, the advantageous content is not always selected and the disadvantageous content may be selected depending on the elapse of the execution period of the second special effect. As a result, it is possible to add a game of generating a predetermined number of balls in a special state to a game of generating a predetermined number of balls in consideration of the execution period of the second special effect, and it is possible to improve the game playability. It will be possible.

Features J8. Starting ball entry portions (first operating port 62, fifth operating port 730) into which a game ball launched by the launching means can enter, and
A transition determination means (first special figure change start processing by the main control device 162 or a first 2 Function to execute the hit / fail judgment process in the special figure change start process) and
A receiving means (electric accessory) that can be displaced into a first state (accepting state) in which the game ball is received into the starting ball entry portion and a second state (non-accepting state) in which the game ball is more difficult to receive than in the first state. 66) and
Acceptance control means (a function of executing electric service support processing by the main control device 162) for executing acceptance control in which the acceptance means is changed from the second state to the first state and then changed to the second state.
Equipped with
As the special entry section, a first special entry section (through gate 35) and a second special entry section (upper variable winning device 710) different from the first special entry section are provided.
Acceptance information acquisition means (a function of executing a through winning process by the main control device 162) for acquiring acceptance information based on the fact that the game ball has entered the first special entry section.
Acceptance determination means (main control device 162) for executing acceptance determination as to whether or not to execute the acceptance control by the acceptance control means for the acceptance information acquired by the acceptance information acquisition means (general game game time control process by the main control device 162). Function to execute the pass / fail judgment process in
Equipped with
The second special effect executing means starts the second special effect based on the acceptance determination performed by the acceptance determination means, and the result of the acceptance determination is based on the elapse of the predetermined execution period. Is notified and the second special production is terminated.
The second special ball entry portion is configured to be displaceable into a first mode (open state) in which a game ball can enter and a second mode (closed state) in which a game ball is more difficult to enter than the first mode. And
The second special ball entry portion is changed from the second aspect to the first aspect, and then a special control means for executing the special control according to the second aspect (a function of executing a large winning opening opening / closing process by the main control device 162). )
The special state is a configuration in which the special control is executed by the special control means.
The advantageous means facilitates selection of the advantageous content based on the entry into the first special entry section or the second special entry section.
The disadvantageous means is any of the features J1 to J7, which makes it easy to select the disadvantageous content according to the lapse of the execution period of the second special effect based on the ball entering the first special ball entry portion. The gaming machine described in 1.

According to the above configuration, the transition determination is made based on the entry into the starting ball entry section, and when the transition to the special state is made based on the result of the transition determination, the entry into the second special entry section is likely to occur. In this configuration, the first special effect performed during the special state is based on the entry into the second special entry section and the entry into the first special entry section that triggers the acceptance determination. It becomes easy to select the advantageous content, and it becomes easy to select the disadvantageous content according to the lapse of the execution period of the second special effect started based on the entry into the first special ball entry section. In this way, by associating the first special effect in the special state based on the entry into the starting ball entry section with the second special effect on the acceptance determination side, the entry into the second special entry section is simply generated. Not only that, it is possible to change the advantages and disadvantages in consideration of the entry into the first special entry section on the acceptance determination side and the second special effect based on the entry. As a result, it is possible to play a new role in the acceptance determination, which goes beyond the role of changing the ball entry rate to the starting ball entry portion, and it is possible to achieve a novel playability that has never existed before.

For each configuration of the above features J1 to J8, features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features C1 to C12, features D1 to D8, features E1 to E9, features F1 to F14, features G1 to G13, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of H1 to H10, features I1 to I12, features K1 to K13, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic K group>
Features K1. A launching means (game ball launch mechanism 110) that launches a game ball toward the game area based on a launch operation by the player, and
A ball entry portion (through gate 35, second through gate 850, etc.) provided in the game area where a game ball can enter, and
Information acquisition means (a function of executing a winning process for through by the main control device 162) for acquiring determination information based on the fact that the game ball has entered the ball entry portion, and
An information storage means (electric service holding area 643) that stores the determination information acquired by the information acquisition means up to a predetermined number of predetermined numbers.
With respect to the determination information stored in the information storage means, a specific determination means (a function of executing a game rotation control process for normal drawing in the main control device 162) for performing a specific determination as to whether or not to execute a specific control, and
It is a gaming machine equipped with
As the ball entry section, a first ball entry section (through gate 35) and a second ball entry section (second through gate 850) are provided.
The gaming area is provided with a first route that allows a single gaming ball launched from the launching means to enter the first ball entry section and then enter the second ball entry section. A gaming machine characterized by that.

According to the above configuration, when one game ball launched from the launching means flows down on the first route, information for determining whether or not to execute the specific control can be acquired a plurality of times (twice). In this way, it is possible to realize a novel game property that has never existed before, such as a duplicate lottery being performed by one game ball.

Moreover, in the above configuration, depending on the number of determination information stored in the information storage means, the determination information may not be acquired only for the amount of balls entered into a plurality of entry portions. For example, if a predetermined number of judgment information is stored, which is the upper limit, no judgment information is acquired even if the ball is entered into a plurality of ball entry portions, and the judgment information is acquired only for the ball entry. In order to be used, it is a condition that the number of stored items has a space corresponding to that amount. Then, although there is a vacancy in the number of stored balls, if the vacancy is less than the amount of entry, the determination information is acquired by the amount of the vacancy.

That is, in a configuration in which the ball can be entered into the second entry section after entering the first entry section, if there are two vacant spaces in the storage number of the determination information, both entries are made by flowing down the first route. Two pieces of determination information, which are the amount of balls entering the ball portion, are acquired. In this configuration, if there is one vacancy in the storage number of the determination information, one determination information is acquired instead of two, and if there is no vacancy in the storage number of the determination information, even one is determined. Information is not acquired. In this way, by defining the routes that can enter a plurality of ball entry portions, the judgment information is not the result of 0/1 such as whether or not the judgment information is acquired by the flow of one game ball, but the judgment information. Even when is acquired, it is possible to make a difference in the number, which can greatly contribute to the diversification of games.

The "first route" may be referred to as a "specific route".

Feature K2. The gaming area is provided with a second route in which one gaming ball launched from the launching means enters the first entry section and then does not enter the second entry section. The gaming machine according to the feature K1.

According to the above configuration, the number of acquisitions of the determination information differs depending on whether the first route is flowed down or the second route is flowed down. By doing so, it is possible to improve the playability of the gaming machine of the feature K1.

Feature K3. A gaming ball launched with a predetermined firing intensity capable of flowing down the first route can flow down the second route, and a gaming ball launched with a predetermined firing intensity capable of flowing down the second route is said. The gaming machine according to feature K2, wherein the first route and the second route are set so that the first route can flow down.

According to the above configuration, it becomes impossible to aim at the first route and the second route. As a result, it is possible to realize the playability of expecting the first route out of the first route and the second route to flow down due to variations in the flow down and the like.

Features K4. The gaming machine according to feature K3, wherein when the gaming ball is launched with the predetermined firing intensity, the gaming ball is more likely to flow down on the second route than on the first route.

According to the above configuration, since the second route is easier to flow down than the first route, it is difficult for the game ball to enter the second entry portion after entering the first entry portion. As a result, it is possible to realize a playability that is expected to flow down to the first route while suppressing an increase in the ball ejection rate without unnecessarily increasing the number of acquisitions of judgment information.

Feature K5. The first route enters the first ball entry section before the specific determination and the notification of the result, which are performed based on the game ball entering the first ball entry section, are completed. The gaming machine according to any one of features K1 to K4, characterized in that the slingshot ball enters the second ball entry portion.

According to the above configuration, when the first route is flowed down, a plurality of determination information is acquired, but the determination information acquired based on the previous entry into the first entry section is digested. After that, when the next determination information is acquired, such an event does not occur, and the playability utilizing the fact that a plurality of determination information is stored can be suitably realized.

It should be noted that the above configuration is "the first route is the determination information stored in the information storage means after the specific determination performed based on the entry of the game ball into the first entry portion is completed. The game ball that has entered the first entry portion enters the second entry portion before the specific determination is made. "

Features K6. The gaming machine according to feature K5, wherein the first ball entry section and the second ball entry section are arranged at intervals shorter than the diameter of the gaming ball in the first route.

According to the above configuration, the game ball cannot move between the first ball entry section and the second ball entry section. Therefore, when the first route is flowed down, the game ball enters the first ball entry section. Will not enter the second entry section or the event of entering the second entry section without entering the first entry section. This makes it easier to achieve the playability as designed.

Feature K7. A plurality of nails are embedded in the game area, and the flow mode of the game ball can be changed by the plurality of nails.
The gaming machine according to feature K6, wherein the nail is embedded between the first ball entry portion and the second ball entry portion in the first route.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to diversify the flow mode of the first route in which the ball enters the first ball entry portion and the second ball entry portion continuously. That is, unlike the configuration in which the first ball entry section and the second ball entry section are simply connected, a nail is embedded between the first ball entry section and the second ball entry section. It is possible to change the movement of the game ball with nails.

Features K8. A starting ball entry portion (second operating port 63) provided in the game area and capable of entering a game ball, and
It is possible to displace into a first state (accepting state) in which the game ball is accepted into the starting ball entry portion and a second state (non-accepting state) in which it is more difficult to accept the game ball into the starting ball entry portion than in the first state. Receiving means (electric accessory 66) and
Acceptance control means (function for executing electric service support processing by the main control device 162) that executes acceptance control for displacing the receiving means from the second state to the first state and then displacing the receiving means to the second state. When,
Equipped with
The specific control is the acceptance control by the acceptance control means.
The receiving means is characterized in that the gaming ball flowing down the first route is provided at a position where the ball is received after entering the first ball entry section and the second ball entry section. The gaming machine according to any one of K7.

According to the above configuration, when the game ball is made to flow down the first route, the game ball enters the first entry section and the second entry section, and then is received by the receiving means to the starting entry section. You will be able to enter the ball. As a result, the determination information is acquired based on entering the ball into the first entry section and the second entry section, and the receiving means is set to the first state by the specific determination, and the game ball is entered into the start entry section. It is possible to complete a series of games of making a ball with the flow of one ball. In particular, since the first route is a route in which the game ball enters the first entry section and the second entry section, the possibility that the game ball flowing down the first route will be accepted by the receiving means is the first. It is higher than the case where the ball is entered only in the entry portion (when the second route in the feature K2 is made to flow down). Therefore, there is a high possibility that the above-mentioned series of games will be completed with one game ball, and it will be possible to improve the game playability.

Features K9. One of the features K1 to K8, which is characterized in that the number of the determination information stored in the information storage means is a plurality of specific numbers, which is advantageous for the player. The described gaming machine.

According to the above configuration, the significance of causing the first route to flow down and acquiring a plurality of determination information is improved. In particular, in a configuration such as the configuration of feature K2 in which there is a route for acquiring one determination information, the determination information is digested before the route is flowed down again after the route is flowed down. That is, in the configuration in which the determination information is difficult to be accumulated, the number of stored determination information is difficult to be a specific number, and it is difficult to be in a specific state. If the configuration has such a configuration that the judgment information can be stored at one time like the first route, it is usually difficult to collect the judgment information, but it can be stored by flowing down the first route. Therefore, it is possible to realize the novel playability of the feature K1 while having the original fun of the game machine, which is to enjoy the flow mode of the game ball by increasing the interest in the flow destination of the game ball. It becomes.

Features K10. The number of the determination information stored in the information storage means is the number at which the one game ball can enter the ball entry portion when the one game ball is allowed to flow down to the first route. Feature K1 characterized by comprising a first specific means for facilitating the occurrence of a first specific situation (a situation in which the reserved storage number FN of a normal figure is 2) in which the number is less than or equal to the number divided from the predetermined number. The gaming machine according to any one of K9.

According to the above configuration, in the first specific situation, there is a space for the information storage means to enter the ball, so that the number corresponding to the ball entry by flowing down the first route. It is possible to acquire the determination information of. Therefore, in the first specific situation, it can be said that the merit of flowing down the first route can be fully enjoyed.

Features K11. The number of the determination information stored in the information storage means is the number at which the one game ball can enter the ball entry portion when the one game ball is made to flow down to the first route. A second specific means for facilitating the occurrence of a second specific situation (a situation in which the number of reserved storage numbers FN in the normal figure is 3), which is a number larger than the number divided by the predetermined number and smaller than the predetermined number. The gaming machine according to any one of features K1 to K10, characterized in that

According to the above configuration, in the second specific situation, there is no space for the information storage means to enter the ball entry section, but there is one or more, so by letting the first route flow down, Although it is not possible to acquire the number of determination information corresponding to the amount of ball entering the ball entry portion, it is possible to acquire at least one determination information. Therefore, in the second specific situation, the merit of flowing down the first route cannot be enjoyed to the maximum, but at least the significance of flowing down the first route can be guaranteed.

Feature K12. Based on the fact that the specific determination is performed by the specific determination means, the specific notification means that starts the notification effect by the predetermined notification means, notifies the result of the specific determination, and then ends the notification effect ( (Function to execute the normal game time control process by the main control device 162) and
When the notification effect is performed by the specific notification means, a period setting means for setting an effect continuation period of the notification effect (a process of setting a normal figure variation display time in a normal figure game time control process by the main control device 162). Function to execute) and
Equipped with
The specific notification means performs the notification effect over the effect continuation period set in the period setting means.
The first specific means is the notification effect whose production continuation period of the notification effect started in the second specific situation (FN = 3) is started in the first specific situation (FN = 2). By making it easier to be shorter than the production continuation period, the first specific situation is likely to occur.
The second specific means sets the duration of the effect of the notification effect, which is started in a situation where the number of determination information stored in the information storage means is the predetermined number, to the second specific situation (FN). = 3) Described in feature K10 or feature K11, which is characterized in that the second specific situation is likely to occur by making it easier for the notification effect to be shorter than the effect continuation period started in 3). Game machine.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to generate the first specific situation and the second specific situation by utilizing the length of the production continuation period. As a result, for example, it is not necessary to change the ball entry rate to the ball entry portion to change whether or not the determination information is acquired, and it is possible to achieve the effects of the feature M10 and the feature M11 with a simple configuration. It becomes.

Feature K13. Starting ball entry portions (first actuating port 62, second actuating port 63) provided in the game area and capable of entering the game ball, and
Special information acquisition means (a function of executing information acquisition processing by the main control device 162) for acquiring special information based on the fact that the game ball has entered the starting ball entry portion, and
With respect to the special information acquired by the special information acquisition means, the grant determination means for executing the grant determination as to whether or not to grant the privilege to the player (first special figure change start processing by the main control device 162 or second special figure). Function to execute the hit / fail judgment process in the fluctuation start process) and
It is possible to displace into a first state (accepting state) in which the game ball is accepted into the starting ball entry portion and a second state (non-accepting state) in which it is more difficult to accept the game ball into the starting ball entry portion than in the first state. Receiving means (electric accessory 66) and
Acceptance information acquisition means (a function of executing a winning process for through by the main control device 162) for acquiring acceptance information based on the fact that the game ball has entered the entry portion.
Acceptance information storage means (electric service holding area 643) for storing the acceptance information acquired by the acceptance information acquisition means up to a predetermined number, and
Acceptance control means (a function of executing electric service support processing by the main control device 162) for executing acceptance control in which the acceptance means is changed from the second state to the first state and then changed to the second state.
With respect to the acceptance information stored in the acceptance information storage means, acceptance determination means (main control device 162) for sequentially performing acceptance determination as to whether or not to perform the acceptance control by the acceptance control means (general game game time control process by the main control device 162). Function to execute the pass / fail judgment process in
Equipped with
The specific control is the acceptance control by the acceptance control means.
Based on the result of the grant determination by the grant determination means, the first specific situation in which the effect continuation period is set by the first specific means and the effect continuation period are set by the second specific means. The gaming machine according to feature K12, which comprises means for performing switching to the second specific situation.

According to the above configuration, in the configuration in which the first specific situation and the second specific situation are generated by using the length of the production continuation period, the length of the production continuation period is determined by the lottery system based on the entry into the ball entry section. It can be switched according to the result of a different lottery system (a lottery system based on the entry of the starting ball entry section). By doing so, the results of the plurality of lottery systems will be involved in the first specific situation and the second specific situation, the monotonicization of the game will be suppressed, and the interest will be improved.

For each configuration of the above features K1 to K13, features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features C1 to C12, features D1 to D8, features E1 to E9, features F1 to F14, features G1 to G13, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of H1 to H10, features I1 to I12, features J1 to J8, and features L1 to L9, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

<Characteristic L group>
Feature L1. A launching means (game ball launch mechanism 110) for launching a game ball into the game area based on a launch operation by the player, and
A receiving portion provided in the game area and capable of receiving a game ball (for example, a continuous through formed by a tenth through gate 858 and an eleventh through gate 858, a through gate 35, a second through gate 850, and the like).
Based on the fact that the game ball is accepted by the receiving unit, the grant determination means (general diagram by the main control device 162) for executing the grant determination as to whether or not to grant the privilege (opening of the electric accessory 66) to the player. Function to execute the hit / fail judgment process in the game times control process) and
Based on the fact that the result of the grant determination by the grant determination means is the grant response result corresponding to the grant of the privilege to the player, the privilege granting means for granting the privilege to the player (usually by the main control device 162). (Function to execute the game state transition process) and
A first execution state (for example, a single lottery state) in which the grant determination by the grant determination means is executed the first number of times based on the acceptance of one game ball in the reception section, and one in the reception section. Switching between a second execution state (for example, a double lottery state) in which the grant determination by the grant determination means is executed a second number of times more than the first number of times, based on the acceptance of the game ball. Means (a function to execute the normal game round control process by the main control device 162) and
A gaming machine characterized by being equipped with.

According to the above configuration, in the configuration in which the grant determination is executed based on the acceptance of the game ball by the receiving unit and the privilege is granted based on the result, the grant determination is executed the first time. An execution state and a second execution state in which the second execution state is executed more than the first number of times are provided, and the first execution state and the second execution state are switched by the switching means. As a player who wants to be granted the privilege, it is better to execute the second number of times more than the first time, so it is desired to switch from the first execution state to the second execution state. It is possible to realize a novel game property of increasing the number of grant judgments executed by one acceptance, unlike the conventional game of simply making a grant judgment and obtaining a privilege.

Feature L2. An information acquisition means (a function of executing a through winning process by the main control device 162) for acquiring determination information based on the acceptance of the game ball by the receiving unit is provided.
The grant determination means determines whether or not the determination information acquired by the information acquisition means is the grant information corresponding to the grant correspondence result once for each determination information. It is a configuration to make a judgment,
The information acquisition means acquires the determination information of the first number corresponding to the first number of times in the first execution state, and the determination of the second number corresponding to the second number of times in the second execution state. The gaming machine according to feature L1, which is characterized by acquiring information for use.

According to the above configuration, not only the number of grant determinations is different between the first execution state and the second execution state, but also the acquisition number of determination information used for the grant determination is different. Therefore, for example, switching between the first execution state and the second execution state is performed without requiring a processing change such as a configuration in which the grant determination is performed a plurality of times using one determination information. This makes it possible to simplify the processing configuration.

Feature L3. The receiving portion has a plurality of passage regions (through gates 858, 859, 35, 850).
The information acquisition means is
When the game ball passes through the plurality of passing regions in the first execution state, the determination information is acquired in the first number of passing regions among the plurality of passing regions.
When the game ball passes through the plurality of passing regions in the second execution state, the configuration is characterized in that the determination information is acquired in the second number of passing regions among the plurality of passing regions. Features The gaming machine described in L2.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to switch between the first execution state and the second execution state only by changing the passing area from which the determination information is acquired by passing. By doing so, for example, the existing configuration can be effectively utilized and the effect of the feature L1 can be achieved without adding a new configuration such as different flow paths or provision of a distribution device for that purpose. be able to.

Feature L4. The receiving portion has the second number of passing regions (through gates 858, 859, 35, 850).
The information acquisition means is
When the game ball passes through the plurality of passing areas in the first execution state, the determination information is acquired in the first passing area of the second passing areas.
When the game ball passes through the plurality of passing regions in the second execution state, the configuration is characterized in that the determination information is acquired in any of the passing regions of the second number of passing regions. The gaming machine described in L3.

According to the above configuration, it is possible to switch between the first execution state and the second execution state only by changing the passing area from which the determination information is acquired by passing. By doing so, the effect of the feature L1 can be achieved without adding a new configuration such as, for example, different flow paths or provision of a distribution device for that purpose.

In particular, according to the above configuration, the plurality of passing regions are the second number, and the configuration is such that the case where the determination information is acquired by passing through all the passing regions and the case where the determination information is not acquired are switched. Therefore, the difference in the acquisition process between the first execution state and the second execution state can be reduced as compared with the feature L3, and the processing configuration can be simplified.

Feature L5. The information storage means (electric service holding area 643) for storing the determination information acquired by the information acquisition means up to a predetermined number is provided.
In the first execution state, the number of vacant spaces in the storage number of the determination information by the information storage means is likely to be smaller than the second number, and in the second execution state, the storage number of the determination information by the information storage means. The gaming machine according to any one of the features L2 to L4, which is characterized in that the second number of vacant numbers is likely to occur.

According to the above configuration, the first execution state and the second execution state can be realized by using the number of free spaces that can be stored by the information storage means. By doing so, it is possible to achieve the effect of the feature L2 without requiring a major change from the existing configuration of storing a plurality of determination information. Further, for example, if the first execution state and the second execution state are configured to be realized by changing the processing inside the gaming machine, the player who cannot understand or know the internal processing can refer to the game. It can be opaque. In that respect, if the free number of stored numbers is used, the player can understand the first execution state and the second execution state, and it is possible to realize the novel playability of the feature L2 while eliminating the opacity. Will be.

Feature L6. The switching means is a target in which the acquisition frequency at which the determination information is acquired by the information acquisition means and the determination information are subject to the grant determination in a situation where the launching of the gaming ball is continued from the launching means. The gaming machine according to feature L5, characterized in that the first execution state and the second execution state are switched by utilizing the relationship between the frequency and the frequency.

If the acquisition frequency at which the determination information is acquired is high, the storage number of the determination information of the information storage means tends to be large, and if the target frequency to be the target of the grant determination is high, the same storage number tends to be small. In the above configuration, this relationship is used to set the number of free spaces in the first execution state and the number of free spaces in the second execution state. By doing so, it becomes possible to play the effect of the feature L5 well.

Feature L7. Based on the grant determination by the grant determination means, the game rotation effect is executed by the predetermined notification means, and after the effect period elapses, the game rotation effect is ended as the notification result corresponding to the result of the grant determination. The game time control means (a function of executing the normal game time control process by the main control device 162) and
When the game turn effect is performed by the game turn control means, a process of setting the normal figure variation display time by the effect period setting means (main control device 162) for setting the effect period according to the result of the grant determination is executed. Function to do) and
Equipped with
The effect period setting means is used as the effect period.
In a situation where the launching of the game ball from the launching means is continued, the target frequency at which the determination information is the target of the grant determination is higher than the acquisition frequency at which the determination information is acquired by the information acquisition means. The first production period, which becomes higher, and
In a situation where the launching of the game ball from the launching means is continued, the acquisition frequency at which the determination information is acquired by the information acquisition means is higher than the target frequency at which the determination information is the target of the grant determination. The second production period, which becomes higher, and
Can be set,
The switching means is characterized in that the first execution state and the second execution state are switched by utilizing the relationship between the first effect period and the second effect period set by the effect period setting means. The gaming machine according to the feature L6.

According to the above configuration, the configuration of the feature L6 can be realized by a simple modification such as the length of the effect period. As a result, in order to achieve the effect of the feature L6, it is not necessary to add complicated control and configuration, and a wonderful effect can be expected with a simple configuration.

Feature L8. In the first execution state, when the game rotation effect is performed by the game rotation control means in a situation where the number of stored determination information by the information storage means is the predetermined number, the effect period setting means is described. The game rotation control means is used in a situation where the effect period is set as the first effect period and a number of determination information is stored in the stored number, which is one more than the number obtained by dividing the second number from the predetermined number. The description in feature L7, wherein when the game rotation effect is performed, the effect period is set as the second effect period, and the number of free vacant numbers in the storage number is smaller than the second number. Game machine.

According to the above configuration, by setting the first effect period and the second effect period, respectively, it is possible to set the number of free storages in the first execution state to be smaller than the second number. More specifically, for example, if the predetermined number is 4, the first number is 1, and the second number is 2, the target frequency is higher than the acquisition frequency in the situation where the storage number is 4. As a period, the number of memories tends to be 4 to 3, and in a situation where the number of memories is 3, the acquisition frequency is higher than the target frequency. As a second effect period, the number of memories is less likely to be 3 to 2. As a result, the number of stored items is 3, and one determination information is easily acquired in the first execution state. By doing so, it is possible to realize the first execution state by using a simple configuration such as a combination of production periods.

Feature L9. In the second execution state, when the game rotation effect is performed by the game rotation control means in a situation where the number of stored determination information by the information storage means is the predetermined number, the effect period setting means is described. The game rotation control means is used in a situation where the effect period is set as the first effect period and a number of determination information is stored in the stored number, which is one more than the number obtained by dividing the second number from the predetermined number. The game according to feature L7 or feature L8, wherein when the game rotation effect is performed, the effect period is set as the first effect period, and the number of vacant stores is set to the second number. Machine.

According to the above configuration, by setting the first effect period and the second effect period, respectively, it is possible to set the free number of stored numbers in the second execution state to the second number. More specifically, for example, if the predetermined number is 4, the first number is 1, and the second number is 2, the target frequency is higher than the acquisition frequency in the situation where the storage number is 4. As a period, the number of memories is likely to be 4 to 3, and even in a situation where the number of memories is 3, the number of memories is likely to be 3 to 2 as the first effect period in which the target frequency is higher than the acquisition frequency. As a result, the second execution state is set in which the number of stored items is 2 or less and the two determination information can be easily acquired. By doing so, it is possible to realize the second execution state by using a simple configuration such as a combination of production periods.

For each configuration of the above features L1 to L9, features A1 to A16, features B1 to B15, features C1 to C12, features D1 to D8, features E1 to E9, features F1 to F14, features G1 to G13, and features. It is also possible to individually apply the technical role ideas shown in the configuration of any one of H1 to H10, features I1 to I12, features J1 to J8, and features K1 to K13, and each technical idea can be applied. It is also possible to apply in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

It is also possible to individually apply the technical ideas shown in the other configurations of the feature A group to the feature L group to each configuration of the feature A group to the feature L group described in detail above. However, it is also possible to apply each technical idea in combination. When applying each technical idea in combination, it is also possible to combine them across feature groups.

Further, when the respective technical ideas are applied to each other or combined with each other as described above, it is preferable to modify the expression of each configuration within the range of each technical idea before applying.

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

Pachinko gaming machine: An operating means operated by a player (game ball launching handle 41), a gaming 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.).

Revolving gaming machine such as a slot machine: Equipped with a variable display means that displays a variable display of a symbol row consisting of a plurality of symbols and then displays the final stop display of the symbol row, and the symbol fluctuation starts due to the operation of the starting operation means. This is 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 stop operation means or after a predetermined time has elapsed, and the final stop symbol at the time of the stop is a specific symbol. A gaming machine that generates a state (bonus game, etc.).

Ball-using belt-type gaming machine: Equipped with a variable display means that displays a variable display of a symbol sequence consisting of a plurality of symbols and then displays the final stop display of the symbol sequence. 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. A throwing device that is provided with a ball tray to generate a game, etc., and is provided with a throwing device that takes in a game ball from the ball tray and a payout device that pays out the game ball to the ball tray. A gaming machine configured so that the operation of the starting operation means becomes effective when the gaming ball is thrown in.

10 ... Pachinko machine, 35 ... Through gate, 41 ... Game ball launch handle, 62 ... 1st operating port, 63 ... 2nd operating port, 64 ... 3rd operating port, 65 ... Variable winning device, 65a ... Large winning port, 66 ... Electric accessory, 75 ... Design display device, 75a ... Display screen, 77 ... Induction unit, 78 ... Buffer member, 162 ... Main control device, 500 ... Second variable winning device, 506 ... V winning area, 651 ... Notification / effect control device, 660 ... display control device, 710 ... upper variable winning device, 710a ... upper large winning opening, 720 ... fourth operating port, 730 ... fifth operating port, 850 ... second through gate, 900 ... second 4 Variable winning device, 910 ... Third variable winning device, PE ... Game area, RA1 ... Accepting area, RA2 ... Specific area.

Claims (1)

A launching means that launches a game ball based on the launching operation by the player,
A special entry section where the game ball launched by the launch means can enter,
With a predetermined notification means
An effect executing means for executing a notification effect by the predetermined notification means, and an effect executing means.
It is a gaming machine equipped with
A special state is set in which the rate of entry into the special entry section changes.
The effect executing means is
An effect that is executed when the state shifts to the special state, and is an advantage that the advantageous suggestion suggesting that the situation is advantageous to the player becomes easy to be executed or is executed after the predetermined effect is executed. The predetermined first special effect capable of notifying a plurality of types of result contents including the contents and the non-advantageous contents suggesting that the advantageous situation is not easily executed or will be executed. and hand-stage that can be executed by the notification means,
The second special effect, which is an effect executed when a game ball enters the special ball entry portion and is terminated based on the elapse of a predetermined execution period, is different from the predetermined notification means or the present device. and hand-stage that can be executed by the notification means,
When a ball enters the special ball entry portion, a means for facilitating or enabling the execution of the advantageous suggestion in the special state, and
A means for facilitating or enabling the non-advantageous suggestion to be executed or executed in the special state according to the elapse of the execution period of the second special effect in the special state.
A gaming machine characterized by being equipped with.

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