JPH1094645A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine with which it can be easily judged whether a 2nd special play state or a 1st special play state occurs after the occurrence of 'great success'. SOLUTION: When a (g) counter selects a 'specified value' and a limiter is not operated in case of 'specified great success discrimination' after the occurrence of 'great success', a PACHINKO machine turns 'specified great success', a side lamp is flickered and after 'specified great success picture patterns' are displayed on a special picture pattern display part, the 1st special play state occurs. When the limiter is operated after the (g) counter selects the 'specified value', on the other hand, the PACHINKO machine turns 'non- specified great success' although the 'pecified great success picture patterns' are displayed on the special picture pattern display part, and the 2nd special play state occurs. Namely, only when the 'specified great success picture patterns' are displayed on the specified picture pattern display part and the side lamp is flickered, the 1st special play state occurs on the PACHINKO machine.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a game machine such as a pachinko machine.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art A pachinko machine as an example of a gaming machine is provided with a symbol display portion capable of displaying a plurality of symbols, and when a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, a game ball is set to a predetermined winning opening). The symbol displayed on the symbol display unit changes when the player wins, etc., a new symbol is displayed after the change, and the newly displayed symbol is a predetermined symbol (for example, "big hit symbol"). In the case of, there is a pachinko machine of a symbol matching type in which a second special game state (for example, "big hit state") advantageous to the player occurs. Furthermore, some pachinko machines of the pattern matching type
When a "big hit" occurs in a specific "big hit" pattern, the first special game state is set, and the "big hit state"
Immediately after the end of the process, a "high probability state" occurs in which the probability of occurrence of the next "big hit" increases. A pachinko machine in which such a “high probability state” occurs has a built-in limiter that limits the number of occurrences so that the “big hit state” and the “high probability state” do not occur repeatedly in succession. Sometimes.

[0003]

However, in the above-mentioned conventional pachinko machine, the player is not familiar with the game, and the "big hit symbol" displayed on the symbol display section is a specific "big hit symbol". If it cannot be distinguished, it cannot be determined whether the second special gaming state has occurred or the first special gaming state has occurred, and if the "big hit state" is not ended, whether the "high probability state" occurs There was a problem that the pachinko machines could not be fully enjoyed because they did not understand. In addition, the pachinko machine with a built-in limiter has a problem that the player must play the game while feeling uneasy because it is difficult for the player to know when the limiter operates.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An object of the present invention is to solve the above-mentioned problems of a gaming machine such as a conventional pachinko machine with a built-in limiter, and when a "big hit symbol" is displayed on a symbol display portion, a game unfamiliar with the game. Can easily determine whether the second special game state has occurred or the first special game state has occurred, and can enjoy the fun of the pachinko machine sufficiently, It is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that can easily recognize the operation timing of a limiter and does not have anxiety.

[0005]

Means for Solving the Problems In the present invention, the first one is provided.
In the configuration of the invention, a display portion capable of displaying a plurality of symbols is provided, and when a specific symbol is displayed on the display portion, a first special game state giving value to the player occurs. A game machine in which a second special game state different from the first special game state occurs when a non-specific symbol is displayed on the display section, wherein a first special game state notification means is provided. When the specific symbol is displayed on the display section, the first special game state informing means operates.

According to a second aspect of the present invention, a display portion capable of displaying a plurality of symbols is provided, and when a specific symbol is displayed on the display portion, a first special value which gives a value to a player is provided. When a game state occurs and a non-specific symbol is displayed on the display unit, a second special game state different from the first special game state occurs, and the first special game state continuously occurs a predetermined number of times. Is a gaming machine controlled so that the first special game state does not continuously occur or the probability of continuous occurrence is low, and a first special game state notification means is provided, and the display unit includes When the specific symbol is displayed, the first special game state notification means operates.

According to a third aspect of the present invention, a display unit capable of displaying a plurality of symbols is provided, and when a predetermined symbol is displayed on the display unit, a first value for giving a value to a player is provided.
Special game state or second different from the first special game state
When the special game state occurs and the first special game state occurs continuously a predetermined number of times, control is performed so that the first special game state does not continuously occur, and the first special game state continuously occurs a predetermined number of times. If not, the first special game state occurs when a specific symbol among the predetermined symbols is displayed on the display unit, and the second special game state occurs when a non-specific symbol among the predetermined symbols is displayed. A gaming machine in which a special game state occurs and a first special game state occurs a predetermined number of times in succession, and a second special game state occurs when the specific symbol is displayed on the display unit. , A first special game state notifying means is provided, and when the specific symbol is displayed on the display unit, and the first special game state occurs, the first special game state notifying means is provided. Is to operate.

According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, a display unit capable of displaying a plurality of symbols is provided, and when a predetermined symbol is displayed on the display unit, a first value for giving a value to a player is provided.
Special game state or second different from the first special game state
When the special game state occurs and the first special game state occurs continuously a predetermined number of times, the control is performed so that the continuous occurrence probability of the first special game state is reduced, and the first special game state is continuously performed a predetermined number of times. When not occurring, when the first special game state occurs when a specific symbol of the predetermined symbol is displayed on the display unit, and when a non-specific symbol among the predetermined symbol is displayed. The second special game state occurs, and
A game machine in which the first special game state or the second special game state occurs when the first symbol is displayed on the display unit when the first special game state occurs continuously for a predetermined number of times; Special game state notifying means is provided, and when the specific symbol is displayed on the display unit and the first special game state occurs, the first special game state notifying means operates. It is in.

In a fifth aspect of the present invention, in the second aspect, the third aspect or the fourth aspect, a counter for counting the number of continuous occurrences of the first special game state and a value of the counter are reported. Means for notifying the number of continuous occurrences is provided, and when the value of the counter reaches a predetermined value, the first special game state is not continuously generated, or the probability of continuous occurrence is reduced. To be controlled.

[0010]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, a pachinko machine as an embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 shows the front of a pachinko machine 1a, and a substantially circular game area 2 is provided slightly above the center of the front of the pachinko machine 1a.
The supply tray 26 and the storage tray 2 are located below the game area 2.
The firing handle 14 is provided on the right side of the storage dish 27 so as to protrude therefrom.

FIG. 2 is an enlarged view of the game area 2 of the pachinko machine 1a, and a special symbol display section 3 as a display section is provided at the upper center of the game area 2. The special symbol display part 3 is formed by one liquid crystal plate,
On each of the left display part 10, right display part 11, and middle display part 12 in the liquid crystal screen, a predetermined type of special symbol such as a one-digit number or a one-letter alphabet (for example, “0”,
"1", "2", "3", "4", "5", "6",
"7", "8", "9", "A", "B", "C",
15 types of symbols “D” and “E”) can be displayed.

Below the special symbol display section 3, a tulip-shaped ordinary electric accessory 4 is provided. A left gate 5 and a right gate 6 are provided on both sides of the ordinary electric accessory 4, respectively. Under the ordinary electric accessory 4, a large winning opening 7 having a door opening and closing frontward is provided. , An illumination lamp 8 and the like. Under the special winning opening 7, an ordinary symbol display section 9 is provided. Further, on both sides inside the game area 2, side lamps 29, 29 serving as first special game state notification means and incorporating a plurality of LEDs are provided.
Is installed. In addition, in the game area 2, various winning ports, windmills, illumination lamps, a large number of obstacle nails, and the like are provided in addition to the above. Further, inside the winning gates such as the left gate 5, the right gate 6, the ordinary electric accessory 4, the big winning opening 7, etc., a game ball detecting device for detecting the passing or winning of a game ball is provided. Further, on the upper part of the special symbol display section 3, there is provided a 7-segment type integration display section 30 which is a continuous occurrence number informing means.

FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of the special winning opening 7. A placing portion 13 is provided inside the special winning opening 7, and one placing portion is provided on the placing portion 13 during opening. A game ball can be placed. When the game ball is closed with the game ball placed on the placing portion 13, the game ball placed on the placing portion 13 is placed in a specific area (see FIG. (Not shown).

In the pachinko machine 1a, the occurrence of an "a" counter which is a loop counter for determining the "hit" of the normal symbol, a "b" counter which is a loop counter for determining the "missing symbol" of the normal symbol, and "big hit" are generated. C counter which is a loop counter to be determined, and g which is a loop counter which determines the occurrence of the "specific jackpot" and determines the "specific jackpot symbol" and the "non-specific jackpot symbol"
The counter is a d counter which is a loop counter for determining a left symbol displayed on the left display portion 10 of the “losing symbol” of the special symbol, and a is a loop counter for determining a right symbol displayed on the right display portion 11. Counter, middle display part 1
Various loop counters such as an f counter, which is a loop counter for determining a medium symbol displayed in 2, are built in.

When each loop counter is turned on,
From that point, the loop count (return to the minimum value after the maximum value) is performed in a very short time while adding a constant continuous numerical value (counter value) one by one. Is between 0 and 99 (100 patterns), b counter is between 0 and 4 (5 patterns), and c counter is between 0 and 3.
Between 29 (330 ways), d counter, e counter,
The f-counter and g-counter are each configured to perform a loop count between 0 and 14 (15 types).

The pachinko machine 1a has a repeat counter which is an integrating counter for repeatedly generating a "high probability state" when a "specific jackpot" occurs, and a continuous counter for limiting the continuous occurrence of the "high probability state". A limiter, which is an integration counter for the number of occurrences, and an interlocking counter, which is an integration counter for generating a “fluctuation reduction state” when the limiter operates, are also built in.

FIG. 4 shows a control mechanism of the pachinko machine 1a. Various kinds of prize devices such as a special symbol display portion 3, an ordinary symbol display portion 9, a large winning opening 7, etc. and a left gate 5, a right gate 6, etc. Game ball detecting device 22 built in the gate of the device, operating device 23 such as a solenoid for opening and closing various winning devices, various loop counters 24 such as a counter and b counter, repeat counter 15, limiter 16, interlocking counter 17 and other various counters, side lamps 2
9, 29, the integration display unit 30, various illumination lamps 8, etc.
It is in a state of being connected to the control device 19 attached to the pachinko machine 1a.

In the recording means 20 (for example, a ROM disk) connected to the control device 19, there are a "losing symbol" corresponding to the numerical value of the b counter and a "special jackpot symbol" corresponding to the numerical value of the g counter. And a "non-specific jackpot symbol", a left symbol corresponding to the value of the d counter, a right symbol corresponding to the value of the e counter, a medium symbol corresponding to the value of the f counter, and the like. Note that 3, 5, 7, and 10 in the numerical values of the g counter are "3, 3,
3 "," 5, 5, 5 "," 7, 7, 7 "," A, A, A ".

Hereinafter, the operation of the pachinko machine 1a according to the first embodiment will be described.

When the power of the pachinko machine 1a is turned on, the repeat counter 15, the limiter 16, and the interlock counter 17
Is reset to zero. When the firing handle 14 is rotated by a player or the like, a game ball is driven into the game area 2 by a firing device (not shown) incorporated in the firing handle 14. Further, when the hit game balls win various winning holes such as the special winning opening 7, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out by a prize ball payout device (not shown) as prize balls.

When a game ball hit into the game area 2 passes through the left gate 5 or the right gate 6, the normal symbol displayed on the ordinary symbol display section 9 starts to change, and Is left gate 5 or right gate 6
Is stored as determination data for "hit determination" of the ordinary symbol at that moment.
Then, at the same time as the start of the change of the ordinary symbol, the stored judgment data is taken out, and "hit determination" of the ordinary symbol is performed. When the judgment data is a predetermined ten numerical values (for example, 11, 13, 23, 31, 41, 53,
61, 71, 83, and 97), it is "hit", and in other cases (90), it is "miss". As described above, in a normal state (a state other than the “high-probability state” to be described later, hereinafter, referred to as a “normal state”), the probability that a symbol usually becomes “hit” is 10/100.

When the result of the "hit determination" is determined to be "hit", a predetermined symbol (for example, "7", hereinafter referred to as "hit symbol") is displayed on the normal symbol display section 9 and the normal symbol is displayed. The electric accessory 4 is kept for a predetermined time (for example, about 0.
Open for 4 seconds). It should be noted that, even when the ordinary electric accessory 4 is closed, although the probability is lower than that at the time of opening, a game ball can be won. Also, when it is determined to be "out", according to the value of the b counter at that time,
Symbols other than the "hit symbol" are displayed on the ordinary symbol display section 9 as new ordinary symbols. When the game ball passes through the left gate 5 or the right gate 6 while the normal symbol is changing or the normal electric accessory 4 is opened, up to four normal symbols are stored as the normal symbol starting memory for changing the normal symbol from the next time. Is done.

The left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol displayed on each of the left display portion 10, the right display portion 11, and the middle display portion 12 of the special symbol display portion 3 are respectively designated when the power is turned on. Symbol (for example, "0", "2",
In the case where a game ball wins in the open or closed ordinary electric accessory 4, the winning is detected by the game ball detection device 22 built in the ordinary electric accessory 4. The detection is detected, and the symbol change start signal is transmitted from the control device 19 to the special symbol display unit 3 to start the change.
The fluctuation of each special symbol is determined by a predetermined type such as a one-digit number or a one-letter alphabet in each of the left display portion 10, the right display portion 11, and the middle display portion 12 in the liquid crystal screen of the special symbol display portion 3. This is performed by displaying a moving image in which the design moves from top to bottom.

When the game ball wins the ordinary electric accessory 4, each special symbol starts to change, and at the same time, a "big hit determination" is executed by the c counter. In addition,
When the special game is changed or the gaming ball wins the ordinary electric accessory 4 during the "big hit state", up to four special symbol starting memories for changing the special symbol from the next time are stored.

The "big hit determination" is performed when the c-counter loop-counts the value (0) at the moment when the game ball that has won the ordinary electric accessory 4 is detected by the game ball detection device 22.
To 329) by selecting one numerical value. When the c counter selects a predetermined numerical value (for example, 0), the result is “big hit”, and when the c counter selects a numerical value other than the predetermined numerical value, the result is “out”. Therefore, in the “normal state”, the occurrence probability of “big hit” is 1/330.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the operation of the pachinko machine 1a after the "big hit determination". In step (hereinafter simply referred to as "S") 1, it is determined whether or not the "big hit" has occurred as a result of the "big hit determination". When it is determined repeatedly that a “big hit” has occurred, in S2, g
The counter performs “specific jackpot determination” as to whether the “big jackpot” is set to “specific jackpot” or “non-specific jackpot”.

The "specific jackpot determination" is performed by selecting one of the numbers (0 to 14) loop-counted by the g counter at the moment when it is determined that the "big hit" has occurred in S1. Done. When the g counter selects four specific numerical values (3, 5, 7, 10, hereinafter referred to as “specific value”), there is a possibility that “special jackpot” will occur, and other than “specific value” If a numerical value is selected, it will be “non-specific jackpot”.

In S3, as a result of the "specific jackpot determination",
It is determined whether the g counter has selected “specific value”,
If it is determined that “specific value” has been selected, the next S4
It is determined whether or not the integrated count value L of the limiter 16 is a numerical value smaller than 9 (L = 0 when the first "big hit" occurs after the power is turned on). And L is 9
If it is determined that the value is smaller than the value, "special jackpot" is reached, and in S5, the side lamps 29 and 29 start blinking. In the case of "special jackpot", the first special gaming state occurs according to the flow described later, the "big jackpot state" occurs, and immediately after the end of the "big hit state", the next " A “high-probability state” occurs in which the “jackpot” occurrence probability increases. Further, once the "special jackpot" is reached, the situation where the "high probability state" occurs immediately after the end of the "big jackpot state" is repeated twice consecutively. On the other hand, in the case of “non-specific jackpot”, the second special game state occurs and the “big hit state” occurs, but the “high probability state” does not occur after the end of the “big hit state”. After the side lamp is turned on and off in S5, the numerical value M of the repeat counter 15 is set to 2 in S6, and then S7 is executed.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S3 that the g counter has selected a numerical value other than the "specific value", that is, if "non-specific jackpot" has been reached, S5, S5
Step S7 is executed without executing Step 6.

If it is determined in S4 that the numerical value L of the limiter 16 is not smaller than 9, that is, if it is determined that the numerical value L is 9 or more, the "big hit" of that time is regarded as "non-specific big hit". Become. Then, after the value N of the interlocking counter 17 is rewritten from 0 to 1 in S10, S7
Is executed.

In S7, the "big hit symbol" corresponding to the numerical value selected by the g counter in S3 is displayed on the left display portion 10 and the right display portion 11 of the special symbol display section 3 after a lapse of a predetermined time from the start of each special symbol change. , Is displayed on each display part of the middle display part 12. When the g counter selects “specific value” in S3, “specific jackpot symbols” (“3, 3, 3”, “5, 5, 5”) are displayed on each display portion of the special symbol display unit 3.
5 "," 7, 7, 7 "," A, A, A ")
When the g counter selects a numerical value other than “specific value” in S3, “non-specific big hit symbol” (for example, “2, 2, 2”, “B, B”) is displayed on each display portion of the special symbol display section 3. ,
B ”) is displayed.

If it is determined in S1 that no "big hit" has occurred, the d counter, e
The three loop counters of the counter and the f counter each select one numerical value from the numerical values (0 to 14) which are loop-counted, and the symbol corresponding to the numerical value is a new symbol in the left symbol, a symbol in the right symbol, and In S9, the symbols are displayed on the left display portion 10, the right display portion 11, and the middle display portion 12 of the special symbol display portion 3 after a lapse of a predetermined time from the start of the change of each special symbol in S9. In addition, when it is determined that the “big hit” has not occurred in S1, the “big hit symbol”
Is not displayed, and a "losing symbol" different from the "big hit symbol" (for example, a combination of symbols in which at least one of the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol is different from other symbols) is displayed. Regardless of whether the “big hit symbol” is displayed or the “missing symbol” is displayed, the symbol display is such that the symbol fluctuating in each display portion is the left display portion 1
0, right display part 11, and middle display part 12 are performed in such a manner that stop display is continuously performed in the order, and two symbols (ie, a left symbol and a right symbol) which are stopped and displayed first are the same. In order to increase the player's expectation of the occurrence of the "big hit", the remaining medium symbols were first stopped and displayed.
The stop display is displayed after the two symbols fluctuate in a different “reach display mode” than when the symbols are not the same.

If "special big hit symbol" or "non-special big hit symbol" is displayed on the special symbol display section 3 in S7, a "big hit state" is generated in subsequent S8.

When the "big hit state" occurs, a plurality of illuminated lamps 8, 8,...
And the like start blinking and sound effects are emitted, thereby enlivening the atmosphere. At the same time, the special winning opening 7 is opened for 25 seconds or until a winning of nine game balls is detected. Further, when a game ball is placed on the placing portion 13 during opening of the special winning opening 7, the special winning opening 7
When the game ball is closed, the game balls placed thereon flow down behind the special winning opening 7 and pass through a specific area (not shown), and once the special winning opening 7 is closed. About two seconds after the opening (that is, when the game ball is placed on the placing portion 13 at the time of opening the special winning opening 7, the special winning opening 7 repeats the opening operation intermittently). Since the placing portion 13 has a shape in which a game ball can be placed very easily, a situation in which the game ball does not pass through the specific area when the special winning opening 7 is closed hardly occurs. In the "big hit state", the special winning opening 7 is opened up to 16 times intermittently. As such,
When the "big hit state" occurs, a game value different from the normal game state (hereinafter, referred to as "normal game state") is given to the player, and therefore, the player acquires many game balls. be able to.

After the "big hit state" ends, S1
At 1, it is determined whether or not the numerical value M of the repeat counter 15 is 1 or more (M = 0 when the first "big hit" occurs after the power is turned on). And M is 1
If it is determined that the above is the case, in S12, a “high probability state” occurs in which the occurrence probability of the next “big hit” increases.

When the "high-probability state" occurs, the probability of occurrence of the "hit" of the ordinary symbol increases, and the fluctuation time of the ordinary symbol is shortened so that the ordinary electric accessory 4 is frequently opened. In other words, the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory 4 is prolonged, and it becomes easier for game balls to win the ordinary electric accessory 4 at a high frequency. Therefore, the player can acquire many prize balls and consumes little game balls. Furthermore, as the number of times the special symbol changes increases, the "big hit determination"
Since the probability of occurrence of the "big hit" in the above increases and the fluctuation time of the special symbol is shortened, the next "big hit" will occur with a very high probability. As such,
When the first special game state occurs, the “big hit state” occurs, and the “high probability state” occurs immediately after the “big hit state” ends, the second special game state occurs and the “big hit state” A game value different from the game value given to the player when only the "state" occurs is given to the player, and therefore, the player acquires more game balls with little consumption of the game balls. Can be.

When the "high probability state" occurs, the numerical value M of the repeat counter 15 is rewritten to a numerical value obtained by subtracting 1 from the numerical value in S13.
In S14, the numerical value L of the limiter 16 is rewritten to a numerical value obtained by adding 1 to the numerical value. After that, S1 is executed again. Note that the “high probability state” is set when the next “big hit” occurs after the “specific big hit”
The process temporarily ends, and returns to the “normal state” in which the “big hit” occurrence probability is 1/330. Therefore, the pachinko machine 1a
In the "big hit state", it is in the "normal state".

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S11 that the value M of the repeat counter 15 is not 1 or more, that is, it is 0, then in step S16, the value N of the interlock counter 17 is set to 1.
Is determined. When it is determined that N is 1 (that is, when the limiter is activated in S2 and N is rewritten to 1 in S10),
In S16, a “variation shortening state” occurs in which the variation time of the ordinary symbol is reduced until the special symbol changes a specific number of times (for example, 500 times) in the third special game state.

In the "variation shortening state", the fluctuation time of the ordinary symbol, which starts to fluctuate when the game ball passes through the left gate 5 or the right gate 6, is shorter than in the "normal state". In the "variation shortening state", the fluctuation time of the ordinary symbol is shortened, so that the number of times of opening the ordinary electric accessory 4 per fixed time is increased compared to the normal time, so that the game ball can easily win the ordinary electric accessory 4. Become. Therefore, the number of prize balls that can be acquired increases, and the consumption of the game balls possessed by the player is gentle compared to the normal state, which is advantageous for the player. As described above, when the “variation shortening state” that is the third special game state occurs, a game value different from the game value given to the player in the first special game state or the second special game state is given to the player. Will be given.

When the "variation shortening state" is completed, the accumulated count value L of the limiter 16 is reset to 0 in S18, and the numerical value N of the interlock counter 17 is reset to 0 in S19. Later, S1 is executed again. In addition, since the pachinko machine 1a operates according to the above flow, even if the limiter 16 is operated nine times consecutively in the “high-probability state” immediately after the “big hit state” ends, The "high probability state" may occur immediately after the end of the "big hit state". For example, if the value M of the repeat counter 15 is 1 (the limiter 16
Is activated, M = 0 or M = 1),
Immediately after the end of the “big hit state”, the “high probability state” again
Occurs, and a “shortened fluctuation state” occurs immediately after the end of the next “big hit state”. For reference, FIG. 6 shows an example of a time chart in the case where the “normal state” and the “high-probability state” repeatedly occur due to the “specific jackpot” and the “non-specific jackpot” repeatedly occurring.

As described above, the pachinko machine 1a has the side lamps 29, 29 on both sides inside the game area 2, and the g counter selects the "specific value" in the "special jackpot determination". Even when the "special big hit symbol" is displayed on the symbol display section 3, when the accumulated count value L of the limiter 16 is a numerical value of 9 or more (that is, when the limiter 16 operates). The side lamps 29, 29 do not blink, the second special game state is not set in the first special game state, and the "high probability state" does not occur after the "big hit state".
Only when the integrated count value L of 6 is smaller than 9 (that is, only when the limiter 16 does not operate), the side lamps 29 and 29 blink, the first special game state is set, and after the “big hit state”, “ A "high-probability state" occurs. That is, in the pachinko machine 1a, the first special game state does not occur a predetermined number of times continuously, and the limiter 1
In the case where the symbol 6 does not operate, the second special game state occurs when the “non-specified jackpot symbol” is displayed on the special symbol display unit 3 and the first special game state occurs when the “specified jackpot symbol” is displayed.
When the special game state occurs and the first special game state occurs continuously for a predetermined number of times and the limiter 16 is activated, even if the "special big hit symbol" is displayed on the special symbol display unit 3, The first special game state does not occur and the second
A special game state occurs, and the side lamps 29, 29 do not operate. Therefore, the special symbol display section 3 displays the "big hit symbol"
Is displayed, it is possible to easily determine whether the second special game state has occurred or the first special game state has occurred by checking the blinking of the side lamps 29, 29. For this reason, even if the player is unfamiliar with the game, it is possible to fully enjoy the fun of the pachinko machine. Since the side lamps 29, 29 are provided separately from the special symbol display section 3, the display is easy to see,
The user does not feel confused as if the displayed content is directly related to the occurrence of the "big hit".

Further, an accumulation display section 30 is provided above the special symbol display section 3, and when the first special game state occurs continuously (that is, when the "high hit state" ends, the "high probability" If the "state" occurs continuously), the integrated count value L of the limiter 16 is displayed on the integrated display section 30, so that the player operates the limiter 16. The timing can be easily grasped, and the game can be continued without worry without feeling uneasy.

Further, if the state of the "high probability state" immediately after the end of the "big hit state" is repeated nine times, the limiter 1
6, the "big hit" does not become the "special big hit", the "high probability state" does not occur immediately after the end of this or the next "big hit state", and the limiter 16 is operated. As a result, if the “high probability state” does not occur immediately after the end of the current or next “big hit state”, the “fluctuation shortening state” occurs immediately after the “big hit state” ends. Therefore, even if the limiter 16 operates, the game does not immediately return to the “normal game state”, and the first special game state or the second
Since a game value different from the game value given to the player in the special game state is given to the player, even if the game has a high degree of interest and the game is continued for a long time, the player will never be interested in the game. Do not lose.

[Second Embodiment] The configuration of the pachinko machine 1b of the second embodiment is substantially the same as the configuration of the pachinko machine 1a of the first embodiment, except that the operation contents of the limiter 16 after the occurrence of the "big hit" are changed. 1a. Hereinafter, the operation of the pachinko machine 1b according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

In the pachinko machine 1b, S31 to S34 operate in the same manner as in S1 to S4 in the pachinko machine 1a.
If it is determined in 1 that a "big hit" has occurred,
In S32, "specific jackpot determination" is executed, and S33
Then, it is determined whether or not the g counter has selected “specific value”. Thereafter, in S34, the integrated count value L of the limiter 16 is determined.
Is smaller than 9. And
If the g counter has selected “specific value” in S33, S34
When it is determined that L is a numerical value smaller than 9,
It operates similarly to the pachinko machine 1a.

However, the pachinko machine 1b operates in S34.
Even if it is determined that L is not a numerical value smaller than 9, that is, the numerical value selected by the g counter in S32 is a specific “specific value” (for example, 3) Is configured to be a “special jackpot”. That is, the accumulated count value L of the limiter 16 is 9
Even if it is determined that the above is the case, a “specific jackpot” occurs with a probability of 1/15.

In S40, as a result of the "special jackpot determination", it is determined whether or not the g counter has selected a specific "specific value". If it is determined that the "special jackpot" has occurred), the side lamps 29 and 29 start blinking in S35, the numerical value M of the repeat counter 15 is rewritten to 2 in S36, and thereafter, in S37, “Special jackpot symbol” is displayed on the special symbol display unit 3. After the "special big hit symbol" is displayed on the special symbol display section 3, S
It operates according to the flow after 38, and the pachinko machine 1a
Similarly to the above, the “high probability state” occurs after the “big hit state” ends.

On the other hand, if it is determined in S40 that the g counter has selected a numerical value other than the specific "specific value" (that is, if it is determined that the "specific jackpot" has not occurred), in S41, After the value N of the interlocking counter 17 is rewritten from 0 to 1, in S37, "special jackpot symbol" or "non-special jackpot symbol" is displayed on the special symbol display unit 3 (in S40, the g counter indicates the specific " When it is determined that a “specific value” other than the “specific value” has been selected, the “specific jackpot symbol” is displayed on the special symbol display unit 3). After the "non-specific jackpot symbol" is displayed on the special symbol display section 3, the operation is the same as that of the pachinko machine 1a according to the flow from S38.

The pachinko machine 1b, like the pachinko machine 1a, does not continuously have the first special game state a predetermined number of times.
When the limiter 16 does not operate, the special symbol display 3
When the "non-special jackpot symbol" is displayed, the second special game state occurs, and when the "special jackpot symbol" is displayed, the first special game state occurs, and the first special game state is determined. When the limiter 16 has been activated a number of times consecutively and the limiter 16 has been activated, the special symbol display section 3 displays a "specific jackpot symbol".
Is displayed, the first special game state or the second special game state occurs, and the side lamps 29, 29 blink only when the first special game state occurs. . Therefore, when the "big hit symbol" is displayed on the special symbol display section 3, the side lamp 2
By confirming the blinking of 9, 29, it is possible to easily determine whether the second special game state has occurred or the first special game state has occurred. Therefore, even if the player is unfamiliar with the game, , You can fully enjoy the fun of pachinko machines.

Similarly to the pachinko machine 1a, when the first special game state occurs continuously, the limiter 1
Since the integrated count value L of 6 is displayed on the integrated display section 30, the player can easily grasp the operation timing of the limiter 16, without feeling uneasy, The game can be continued with peace of mind.

In addition, in the case of the pachinko machine 1b, the limiter 16 is activated when the “high probability state” has been repeated nine times immediately after the “big hit state” ends, and the current “big hit” becomes a “specific big hit”. It becomes difficult to generate a “high probability state” immediately after the current or next “big hit state” ends, and a “high probability state” occurs immediately after the current or next “big hit state” ends due to the operation of the limiter 16. If this is not done, the "variable shortened state" will occur immediately after the "big hit state" ends. Therefore, even if the limiter 16 operates, the game does not immediately return to the “normal game state”, and a game value different from the game value given to the player in the first special game state or the second special game state is provided. In addition, even if the limiter 16 is activated, although the probability is low, the current “big hit” may be a “specific big hit”, and immediately after the end of this and the next “big hit state”. Since a “high probability state” can occur, the game has a high taste and never loses the player's interest in the game even when the game is continued for a long time.

The configuration of the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, but includes the shapes and numbers of various winning ports, the arrangement of obstacle nails, a special symbol display section, and ordinary symbols. A display unit, a special winning opening, a firing handle, an ordinary electric accessory, various gates, a control device, various loop counters, various accumulation counters, a timer, a side lamp as first special game state notification means, and a continuous occurrence number notification means. The structure and function of the counting display unit, etc., the display mode of ordinary symbols and special symbols,
Types of "big hits" and "hits", probability of "big hits" and "hits", fluctuation times of normal and special symbols, opening times of normal electric accessories, "special jackpot judgment" and "big hits" The configuration of the operation (such as the number of consecutive opening of the special winning opening, the opening time, etc.) in the above can be appropriately changed as needed without departing from the gist of the present invention.

For example, when the limiter is actuated, immediately after the "big hit state" is completed, the "variation shortening state" is not set until the special symbol changes a predetermined number of times.
It is also possible to configure to return to the “normal state”.
Further, it is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the "variable shortened state" occurs until the next "big hit" occurs, or a configuration in which the "variable reduced state" occurs until the next "special big hit" occurs. Furthermore, when the limiter is activated,
Immediately after the end of the "big hit" state, "shortened fluctuation state"
The next time the "big hit" occurs, the "big hit" will always be set to "specific big hit", or the "big hit" will occur at the next "big hit" when the limiter is not activated. It is also possible to configure so as to have a “specific jackpot” with a high probability.

On the other hand, when the "non-specific jackpot" is reached, the "normal state" is not continued after the "big hit state" ends, and when the "non-specific jackpot" is reached, immediately after the "big hit state" ends , A "shortened fluctuation state" is generated, and the period of the "shortened fluctuation state" is set for a plurality of predetermined periods (for example, when the special symbol is 50
3 until the special symbol fluctuates 100 times, and until the special symbol fluctuates 150 times.
(Period) can be randomly selected. Furthermore, when the limiter is activated and becomes “non-specific jackpot”, the period of the “fluctuation shortened state” that occurs immediately after the end of the “big hit state” of the round is the longest period of the plurality of periods. It is also possible to configure so that the longest of the plurality of periods is easily selected.

Also, as shown in FIG.
Above and below 9, 29, a lucky number display section 25 consisting of four lighting lamps with numbers "1", "2", "3", and "4" is provided. Any one of the lighting lamps is configured to light up, and when the limiter is activated and a "non-specific jackpot" is reached, a specific lighting lamp (for example, " It is also possible to configure so that a lighting lamp in which the number “3” is described) lights up. According to this configuration, when a specific lighting lamp is turned on, a bonus (for example, continuation of a game by holding a ball) uniquely arranged in the pachinko hall can be given to the player, and as a result of operating the limiter, In the case of "special jackpot", an effect is obtained that a special benefit of the pachinko hall can be given to the player.
The number of lighting lamps in the case where the lucky number display section is provided as described above is not particularly limited.

In addition, the pachinko machine of each of the above-described embodiments does not have a structure in which the symbols usually change when the game balls pass through the left and right gates. It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which a normal symbol starts to fluctuate with the payout of a game ball.

Further, the pachinko machine of each of the above embodiments does not necessarily need to provide three symbol display portions in the special symbol display portion or the ordinary symbol display portion, and may provide a plurality of special symbol portions other than three, such as two or four. It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which a "big hit state" occurs when the symbols are in a predetermined combination.

Further, in the pachinko machine of each embodiment, although the "big hit determination" is not performed during the "big hit state", the next "big hit" occurrence probability is 1/330 "normal state". However, it is also possible to configure so as to be in the “high probability state” during the “big hit state” instead of such a configuration.

On the other hand, the side lamps, which are the first special game state notifying means, do not necessarily need to be installed on both sides of the game area, but can be installed at an arbitrary place such as above the game area. In the embodiment, the time when the side lamp starts blinking is immediately before the “special jackpot symbol” is displayed on the special symbol display unit, but the blink start timing is when the specific jackpot symbol is displayed on the special symbol display unit. The display may be performed almost simultaneously or several seconds after the display. Further, as the first special game state notifying means, an appropriate means other than the side lamp, such as a means for notifying the occurrence of the first special game state by sound effect, voice, or the like, can be used. Further, the installation position of the accumulation display unit is not limited to the lower right of the game area, but can be set to an arbitrary place such as in the game area. In some cases, the installation of the accumulation display unit is omitted. It is also possible.

In each of the above embodiments, the limiter is built in the pachinko machine, and the "special jackpot determination"
When the limiter is activated after the g counter has selected the "specific value", the first game state is configured not to occur even when the "special big hit symbol" is displayed on the special symbol display portion, The operation contents of the pachinko machine at the time of “specific jackpot determination” are not limited to such a configuration. For example, by changing the flowchart for operating the pachinko machine as shown in FIG. 9 or by omitting the installation of the limiter and changing the flowchart as shown in FIG. 10 or the like, the specific symbol is displayed on the special symbol display section. When the first special game state occurs, the second special game state always occurs when a non-specific symbol is displayed, and when the specific symbol is displayed on the special symbol display section, It is also possible to configure so that the first special game state occurs after the notification means is activated (the first special game state).
Invention). Even in the case of adopting such a configuration, the player confirms the operation of the first special game state notifying means to determine whether the second special game state has occurred or not in the first special game state, as in the above embodiments. It is possible to easily determine whether a gaming state has occurred.

Further, the flow chart is changed as shown in FIG. 11 and the like, so that the first special game state always occurs when the special symbol is displayed on the special symbol display portion, and when the non-specific symbol is displayed, the first special game state always occurs. When the second special game state occurs and the first special game state continuously occurs a predetermined number of times, control is performed so that the first special game state does not continuously occur or the continuous occurrence probability is reduced. When the specific symbol is displayed on the special symbol display unit, the first special game state may be generated after the notification unit is operated (second invention). Even in the case of adopting such a configuration, the player confirms the operation of the first special game state notifying means to determine whether the second special game state has occurred or not in the first special game state, as in the above embodiments. It is possible to easily determine whether a gaming state has occurred. In addition, when embodying the first invention or the second invention, the flowchart for operating the pachinko machine is not limited to FIGS. 9 to 11.

Further, the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment has a predetermined value other than the a counter to the g counter (for example, 0 to 0).
In addition to installing another counter (for example, an h counter) for loop-counting (during 14), the flowchart for operating the pachinko machine is changed as shown in FIG.
When it is determined that L is a numerical value of 9 or more in S40,
In (1), "secondary determination" in which the h counter selects one of predetermined numerical values is executed, and S40- (2)
Thus, it is also possible to configure so that a “specific jackpot” occurs only when it is determined that the h counter has selected a specific numerical value (for example, 0) (the “secondary determination” is not required). Even if it is executed, the "big hit symbol" corresponding to the numerical value selected by the g counter in S33 is displayed on the specific symbol display section). In the case of such a configuration, unlike the case of the pachinko machine of the second embodiment, the “big hit symbol” in the case where the first special game state occurs after the operation of the limiter is not limited to one type (the second embodiment). In a pachinko machine, when a specific “specific value” is set to 3, the “big hit symbol” when the first special game state occurs after the limiter is activated is “3, 3, 3”. After the limiter is actuated, the player displays the left symbol display portion 10 and the right symbol display portion 11 in a combination of a left symbol and a right symbol (for example, "3 , 3 "," 5,5 "," 7,
7) or "A, A") increases the sense of expectation for the occurrence of a "special jackpot", so that there is a merit that the amusement of the gaming machine is further enhanced.

On the other hand, the means for informing the number of continuous occurrences is not limited to the seven-segment display unit as in the above embodiment, but can be changed to another display device such as a display device having a liquid crystal screen. In some cases, it is also possible to change the number of continuous occurrences to one notified by sound. Further, the installation position is not limited to the upper part of the special symbol display part, but may be changed to an upper part or a side part of the game area (that is, an upper part or a side part of the pachinko machine). However, when installed above the special symbol display unit as in each of the above embodiments, the special symbol display device and the continuous occurrence count notifying means can be simultaneously viewed, so that the player can concentrate on the game. Power is enhanced,
There is an advantage. Further, the display method of the continuous occurrence number notification means is not limited to the method of sequentially integrating and displaying the continuous occurrence number of the first special game state (that is, 1, 2, 3,...), And the limiter operates. It is also possible to adopt a method of sequentially subtracting the number of consecutive occurrences from a predetermined number of consecutive occurrences (for example, 15) (that is, 15, 14, 13,...). In addition, the means for informing the number of continuous occurrences can be omitted. Even in such a case, it is possible to easily determine whether the second special game state has occurred or the first special game state has occurred by confirming the operation of the first special game state notification means. The effect is not lost. In the case where the counter and the continuous occurrence count notifying means are provided in the gaming machine, even if the installation of the first special gaming state notifying means is omitted, as in the case of the pachinko machine in each of the above-described embodiments, the player can set the limiter. This makes it possible to easily understand the operation timing of the game, and to continue the game without worrying about anxiety.

In addition, in each of the above-described embodiments, an example in which the gaming machine of the present invention is applied to a first-type pachinko machine has been described. However, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to other types of pachinko machines (for example, , A third-type pachinko machine), and can also be applied to gaming machines other than pachinko machines, such as video games and slot machines.

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According to the gaming machine of the first invention, the first special gaming state informing means (for example, a side lamp) is activated when a specific symbol is displayed on the display section. The player can easily recognize whether or not the first special game state has occurred by confirming whether or not the first special game state notification unit has been operated. For this reason, even if the player is unfamiliar with the game, it is possible to fully enjoy the fun of the pachinko machine.

According to the gaming machine of the second invention, as in the first invention, by confirming whether or not the first special gaming state notifying means is operated, the player can establish the first special gaming state. It can be easily recognized whether or not it has been done. Also,
The gaming machine of the second invention has a low probability, even if the first special gaming state occurs a predetermined number of times in succession,
Since the first special game state may occur more continuously, the game has a high taste and never loses the player's interest in the game even when the game is continued for a long time.

According to the gaming machine of the third invention, when a predetermined symbol ("big hit symbol") is displayed on the display section,
By confirming whether or not the first special game state notifying means has been activated, the player can easily determine whether the first special game state has occurred or the second special game state has occurred. For this reason, even if the player is unfamiliar with the game, it is possible to fully enjoy the fun of the pachinko machine.

According to the gaming machine of the fourth invention, similarly to the third invention, when a predetermined symbol is displayed on the display section,
By confirming whether or not the first special game state notifying means has been activated, the player can easily determine whether the first special game state has occurred or the second special game state has occurred. In the gaming machine according to the fourth aspect of the present invention, even if the first special gaming state occurs continuously for a predetermined number of times, the first special gaming state may occur even more continuously although the probability is low. Even if the game has high interest and the game is continued for a long time, the player never loses interest in the game.

According to the gaming machine of the fifth invention, the player
The first special game is confirmed by confirming the content (ie, the number of continuous occurrences of the first special game state accumulated by the counter (eg, limiter)) notified by the continuous occurrence number notifying means (for example, the accumulation display unit). It is possible to easily understand the time when the state is controlled so that the state does not occur continuously or the probability of continuous occurrence of the first special game state is low, and the game can be continued with confidence without feeling uneasy can do. Therefore, the effects of the second, third, and fourth inventions, in which any player can fully enjoy the fun of the pachinko machine, have higher accuracy.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram illustrating the front of a pachinko machine according to a first embodiment.

FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram showing an enlarged game area of the pachinko machine according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a large winning opening installed in the pachinko machine of Embodiment 1 in an enlarged manner.

FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a control mechanism of the pachinko machine according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the operation contents of the pachinko machine of the first embodiment.

FIG. 6 is a time chart illustrating an example of an operation state of the pachinko machine according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the operation of the pachinko machine according to the second embodiment.

FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a game area of a modified example of the pachinko machine.

FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing an operation content of a modified example of the pachinko machine.

FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing an operation content of a modified example of the pachinko machine.

FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing an operation content of a modified example of the pachinko machine.

FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an operation content of a modified example of the pachinko machine.

[Explanation of symbols]

1a, 1b ... Pachinko machine, 2 ... Gaming area, 3 ... Special symbol display section (Display section), 4 ... Ordinary electric accessory, 5 ...
Left gate, 6 ... Right gate, 7 ... Big winning opening, 8 ... Lighting lamp, 9 ... Normal design display section, 10 ... Left display area, 11 ... Right display area, 12 ... Middle display Part, 13
・ Placement part, 14 ・ ・ Launch handle, 15 ・ ・ Repeat counter, 16 ・ ・ Limiter, 17 ・ ・ Interlocking counter, 1
8. loop counter, 19 control device, 20 recording means, 21 timer, 22 game ball detecting device, 2
3. Actuator, 24 loop counter, 25 lucky number display, 26 supply tray, 27 storage tray, 28 interface, 29 side lamp (notification means), 30 Integration display section.

Claims (5)

[Claims] A display unit capable of displaying a plurality of symbols is provided, and when a specific symbol is displayed on the display unit, a first special game state that gives value to a player occurs, When a non-specific symbol is displayed on the display unit, the game machine is a game machine in which a second special game state different from the first special game state occurs, and a first special game state notification unit is provided, When the specific symbol is displayed on the display section, the first special game state notification means operates. 2. A display unit capable of displaying a plurality of symbols is provided, and when a specific symbol is displayed on the display unit, a first special game state giving value to the player occurs, When a non-specific symbol is displayed on the display unit, a second special game state different from the first special game state occurs,
A gaming machine that is controlled so that the first special game state does not continuously occur or the probability of continuous occurrence decreases when the first special game state occurs continuously a predetermined number of times; A gaming machine, comprising: a notifying unit, wherein the first special gaming state notifying unit operates when the specific symbol is displayed on the display unit. 3. A display unit capable of displaying a plurality of symbols is provided, and when a predetermined symbol is displayed on the display unit, a first special game state or a first special game state that gives value to the player. When a second special game state different from the special game state occurs and the first special game state occurs continuously a predetermined number of times, control is performed so that the first special game state does not continuously occur. If the state does not occur a predetermined number of times continuously, the first special game state occurs when a specific symbol of the predetermined symbol is displayed on the display unit, and a non-specific symbol of the predetermined symbol Is displayed, and the second special game state occurs when the first special game state occurs a predetermined number of times continuously, and the second special game state occurs when the specific symbol is displayed on the display unit. Is a gaming machine in which the first special play State notification means is provided, and in the case where the specific symbol is displayed on the display unit, and when the first special game state occurs, the first special game state notification means operates. A gaming machine characterized by: 4. A display unit capable of displaying a plurality of symbols is provided, and when a predetermined symbol is displayed on the display unit, a first special game state or a first special game state which gives a value to a player. When a second special game state different from the special game state has occurred and the first special game state has continuously occurred a predetermined number of times, control is performed so that the continuous occurrence probability of the first special game state is reduced. If the 1 special game state does not occur continuously for a predetermined number of times, the first special game state occurs when a specific symbol of the predetermined symbol is displayed on the display section, and When the second special game state occurs when the non-specific symbol is displayed, and when the first special game state occurs continuously a predetermined number of times, the first special game state is displayed when the specific symbol is displayed on the display unit. The special game state or the second special game state is live A first special game state notifying means is provided, and when the specific symbol is displayed on the display unit, and the first special game state occurs, the second special game state (1) A gaming machine characterized in that a special gaming state informing means operates. 5. A counter for counting the number of continuous occurrences in the first special game state, and a continuous occurrence number notifying means for notifying the value of the counter, and the value of the counter reaches a predetermined value. 5. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the first special gaming state is controlled so as not to continuously occur or to reduce the continuous occurrence probability.