JP3666819B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
[Industrial application fields]
  The present inventionA gaming machine equipped with a special symbol display device capable of playing a variable display game that variably displays a plurality of identification information in each of a plurality of variable display portions, and in particular, a reach state is generated at the stop stage of the variable display game PossibleIt relates to gaming machines.
[0002]
[Prior art]
  In general, for example, a pachinko machine is a typical game machine using balls as game media. Recently, in the process of playing a game with this gaming machine, in the big hit gaming state (special gaming state, hereinafter simply referred to as a big hit state as appropriate), there are many prize balls of the ball, which attracts the player's interest. .
  In a conventional gaming machine, a display symbol of a special symbol display device is changed, and the display symbol determines a role such as a big hit by extracting a random number to produce a game.In this case, a reach state is generally applied, and the display symbol of the special symbol display device is changed by the slow fluctuation to give the player a sense of expectation.
  In addition, after the big hit state is over, a big hit (usually a continuous chain) may occur rarely within a range where four balls won at the so-called start opening are stored (hereinafter referred to as the start storage range). According to this, the number of players to play is greatly increased.
[0003]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
  By the way, in the conventional gaming machine, it is configured to create a gaming state that makes it easy for a player to hit a big hit by changing the big hit probability,Regarding reach, scroll speed and scroll time were one pattern.
[0004]
  For this reason, the game content has become monotonous and has become one of the reasons why players get bored. Therefore, the expectation for the occurrence of the special display mode cannot be sufficiently increased,The willingness to play has declined.
[0005]
  Therefore, the present invention providesWhen a so-called reach state occurs in a variable display game, it is possible to improve the interest of the game and the expectation for the occurrence of a special display mode by enabling the reach state to be generated in a plurality of modes.The purpose is to provide a gaming machine.
[0006]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
  In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine according to the present invention includes a variable display device having a plurality of variable displays capable of variably displaying a plurality of symbols, and the first and second of the plurality of variable displays are variable. The display unit is stopped in a display mode that can be a predetermined special display mode, and finally the variable display speed of the third variable display unit to be stopped is made slower than the normal variable display speed.VariableIn a gaming machine capable of generating a reach state in which a reach scroll is performed to variably display a symbol at a display speed,
  SaidThe reach state is the reach scroll.Looser than usualNormal reach for variably displaying symbols at a first variable display speed, and special reach for variably displaying symbols at a second variable display speed that is more gradual than the first variable display speed in the reach scroll. With
  Based on the number of symbol shifts between the first and second variable displays stopped in the display mode that can be the special display mode and the third variable display stopped last, the normal reach and special Configure either reach or control,
  When controlling the special reach,SaidThe third variable display to stop at the endThe aboveSlowly move from an upright state to an inclined state corresponding to the second variable display speedIs possible,
  The third variable indicator to be stopped last is a first member capable of displaying a plurality of symbols, and a second member that is disposed on the top of the first member and produces a reach state by mechanical operation. And a driving means for driving the first member,
  The first member is displaced from the upright state to the inclined state by the driving means, and the upper part of the first member is brought into contact with the lower part of the second member, so that the second member is pushed up and inclined from the upright state. And the first member and the second member are configured to be displaced in a constant inclination state corresponding to the second variable display speed.It is characterized by that.
[0007]
[Action]
  In the present invention, the reach is determined based on the number of symbol shifts between the first and second variable displays stopped in the display mode that can be the special display mode and the third variable display stopped last. Either normal reach for variable display of symbols at the first variable display speed in scrolling, or special reach for variable display of symbols at a second variable display speed that is more gradual than the first variable display speed for reach scrolling When the special reach is controlled, the third variable display to be stopped at the end is slowly displaced from the upright state to the inclined state according to the second variable display speed.The third variable indicator that can be stopped at the end is arranged on the first member capable of displaying a plurality of symbols and the upper part of the first member, and performs a reach state effect by mechanical operation. Two members and a driving means for driving the first member, the first member is displaced from the upright state to the inclined state by the driving means, and the upper part of the first member is moved to the lower part of the second member. By abutting, the second member is pushed up to be displaced from the upright state to the inclined state, and the first member and the second member are displaced to a constant inclined state corresponding to the second variable display speed. Control is performed.
[0008]
【Example】
  Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.
  1 to 42 show a gaming machine according to the present invention.As a prepaid pachinko machineAn example when applied to a card-type pachinko machine is shown.
  In the present specification (including drawings), pachinko balls are described in terms of balls or balls (for example, winning balls, hit balls) (shown in the drawings), but these are basically pachinko balls. It is expressed appropriately depending on how to handle pachinko balls (how to process), and there are mixed expressions, but balls and balls are not different concepts but are used properly according to the convenience of explanation Only.
[0009]
  FIG. 1 is an external perspective view showing the entire pachinko machine. In FIG. 1, reference numeral 1 denotes a pachinko machine, and a predetermined number of pachinko machines 1 are installed in a game store. The pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment is roughly divided into a pachinko machine 2.(Game machine)And a card-type ball lending machine (hereinafter simply referred to as a ball lending machine) 3 as a game medium lending device disposed on the side of the pachinko machine 2, and these are installed in pairs.
[0010]
  The ball lending machine 3 is formed in a vertically long type having a relatively narrow width and has a certain depth. AndPachinko machine 2By being arranged on the side of the player, convenience for the player can be achieved. In addition, the ball lending machine 3 can be separated from the pachinko machine 2 and can be replaced at the time of repair.Pachinko machine 2If the ball lending machine 3 is not connected on the signal, the game cannot be played.
[0011]
  The ball lending machine 3 has a built-in card reader, and the front panel 4 of the ball lending machine 3 corresponds to the card reader.pre-paidA card insertion slot 5 into which a card-type card is inserted and a card remaining frequency display 6 for displaying the remaining frequency of the card are provided. The card insertion slot 5 is capable of displaying card acceptance. For example, the card insertion slot 5 has a card reception indicator 7 on the card insertion slot 5, and the card reception indicator 7 comprises a light emitting diode or the like. Display that the acceptance is valid.
[0012]
  The card remaining frequency indicator 6 is composed of, for example, three rows using 7-segment light emitting diodes and is inserted into the card insertion slot 5.pre-paidThe remaining frequency of the card is displayed in frequency units up to 100. In the frequency unit, one degree corresponds to 100 yen, and the remaining frequency is displayed to the player by calculation of degrees / 100 yen. So, for example, 3000 yenpre-paidWhen the card is inserted, it is displayed on the remaining card number display 6 as 30 degrees.pre-paidFor example, a card of 1000 yen, 2000 yen, 3000 yen, 5000 yen is equivalent, and a pachinko type that already uses metal.Slot machineAs in the case of the market.
[0013]
  in this way,In this example, in addition to bringing pachinko balls,pre-paidBy inserting the card into the card insertion slot 5, it is possible to secure the necessary balls and start the game.
[0014]
  The pachinko machine 2 is a frame-like front frame 11 that is visible on the front side, a metal frame (glass frame) 12 that is disposed in the opening of the frame-like front frame 11 and supports the glass 12a, and a game board 13 (FIG. 2), a front display panel 14, and a front operation panel 15 below the front panel 14. The frame-shaped front frame 11 holds the pachinko machine 2For installation on island facilitiesThe metal frame 12 is supported by the wooden frame 16 so that it can be opened and closed. Similarly, the metal frame 12 is supported by the frame-shaped front frame 11 so that it can be opened and closed.
[0015]
  The front display panel 14 is formed in a curved surface that protrudes slightly while protruding from the front side.There is a pachinko ballAnd a card frequency indicator (card balance indicator) 22, a ball lending button (conversion button) 23, a card discharge button (return button) 24, andMade up of LEDsA ball lending indicator 25 is provided. In addition, as a ball lending possible indicatorLED25For example, a long and narrow display lamp may be used.
  One end of the front display panel 14 is supported by the frame-shaped front frame 11 so that it can be opened and closed. Reference numeral 26 denotes a push button for opening and closing a passage connecting the balls of the upper plate 21 to a ball storage plate 32 described later.
[0016]
  The card frequency indicator 22 is configured in three rows using, for example, a 7-segment light emitting diode, and is inserted into the card insertion slot 5.pre-paidThe balance of the card is displayed in units of frequency up to 100. In the frequency unit, one degree corresponds to 100 yen, and the remaining frequency is displayed to the player by calculation of degrees / 100 yen. So, for example, 3000 yenpre-paidWhen a card is inserted, it is displayed on the card frequency display 22 as 30 degrees.
[0017]
  In this embodiment, the card frequency indicator 22 is composed of three segments using 7-segment light emitting diodes. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a dot LED, a liquid crystal, a fluorescent display tube, etc. Also good. The same applies to the card remaining number display 6. Further, the card frequency display 22 may be combined with the card remaining frequency display 6.
[0018]
  The ball lending button 23 is inserted into the card insertion slot 5pre-paidA switch that is pressed by the player to discharge and lend a pachinko ball from the ball discharge device (which also functions as a prize ball) on the back of the pachinko machine 2 in units of one time within the balance of the card balance. It is. In this case, the display of the state in which the pachinko ball can be lent is performed by the ball rentable indicator 25. If the pachinko ball can be lent, the entire ball lending button 23 may shine.
[0019]
  On the other hand, if the pachinko balls are not available for lending, the ball lending enable indicator 25 is turned off, and even if the ball lending button 23 is pressed, the pachinko balls are not discharged for lending. When this ball lending button 23 is pressed once, a pachinko ball corresponding to one time (for example,25 pachinko balls) Is lent and supplied to the upper plate 21. If you press twice, you will be rented pachinko balls for the amount equivalent to twice.
[0020]
  The card ejection button 24 is inserted into the card insertion slot 5pre-paidThe card is drawn out from the card insertion slot 5, and in this embodiment, when the player wants to end the game, by pressing this button,pre-paidThe card is pulled out from the card insertion slot 5 again. The player was withdrawnpre-paidYou have the option to either pick up the card and start the game on another pachinko machine, or this time, for the time being.
[0021]
  The front operation panel 15 is formed with an ashtray 31 on the left side and a shape such that the front center side protrudes forward, and the inside of the protruding portion is a ball storage tray (receiving tray) 32. The ball storage tray 32 serves not only to receive a prize ball when the upper plate 21 is full of pachinko balls, but also to temporarily store balls. Also, the front operation panel 15 has a ball removal lever 33 and a launching operation of the launching device.handle34 is provided.
[0022]
  The ball removal lever 33 is for pulling out the balls stored in the ball storage tray 32 to the lower outside. When the ball removal lever 33 is moved, for example, in the left direction, the lower bottom portion of the ball storage tray 32 is partially opened. The ball can then be released downward. Launch operationhandleReference numeral 34 denotes an operation of a launching device for projecting the pachinko balls arranged in a line one by one into the game area on the front surface of the game board 13 one by one at the launch position.
[0023]
  On the other hand, in the upper part of the frame-like front frame 11 of the pachinko machine 2, the prize ball discharge indicator 41 that lights when the prize ball is discharged, the ball rental discharge indicator 42 that lights when the ball is discharged, and the pachinko machine 2 are struck sequentially from the left side. A completion lamp 43 that is turned on when a stop state occurs is provided.
  The metal frame 12 is supported by the front frame 11 so that it can be opened and closed.Normally locking deviceThe front frame 11 is locked. When the metal frame 12 is opened, a predetermined key is inserted into the locking hole 51 and rotated to release the locked state of the locking device.
[0024]
  Next, the game board 13 is an area in which a fired pachinko ball is dropped from above and an out or safe determination is made. If a ball enters the winning opening and becomes safe safely, a predetermined number of prize balls will be described later. Are discharged from the ball discharging device and supplied to the upper plate 21. Also launch operationhandleEven if a ball is fired by operating 34, when a foul occurs, the pachinko ball returns to the firing position or is discharged to the ball storage tray 32.
[0025]
  Here, the game area in the game board 13 is provided with a game in which the symbol content of the special symbol display device to which the present invention is applied is changed, for example, a game belonging to the so-called “first type” or a special symbol display device. In addition, any configuration may be used as long as it belongs to the “third type”, but as an example, a type belonging to the “first type” shown in FIG. 2 is used in the present embodiment. Therefore, the application of the present invention is not limited to the type belonging to the “first type” shown in FIG. 2, but can be widely applied even to those belonging to the “third type”.
[0026]
  FIG. 2 is a front view showing the game board 13. In FIG. 2, a rail 61 having functions such as guiding a ball that has been bulleted to the upper part of the game area and guiding it to an out-ball collection port 77 described later is disposed around the game area. In addition, a special symbol display device (so-called accessory device) 63 having a movable variable display 62 that can be mechanically displaced in the center at substantially the center of the game area.(Variable display device)Is arranged. Below the special symbol display device 63, a tulip-type ordinary electric starting port (hereinafter referred to as “general power”) 64 is arranged, and a first game ball is not accepted depending on the operation result of the special symbol display device 63. A variable winning device (a so-called attacker, which is a so-called attacker) 65 is arranged as a big winning opening that changes from a state to a second state that is easy to accept.
  A normal symbol display (hereinafter referred to as a universal symbol display) 64a is arranged below the normal electric start port 64. The normal symbol display 64a is composed of 9 segments of LEDs and ranges from 0 to 19. Twenty kinds of numbers or symbols (A, B, C,...) Can be displayed. The normal symbol display 64a corresponds to a normal symbol display device.
[0027]
  The special symbol display device 63 changes the contents of the special symbol on the variable display 62 when a ball is won in the normal electric start port 64 (however, the timing of the start memory will be described later).Stop mode (special display mode) (for example,In the case of a big hitting doublet state (such as “777”), the variable winning device (attacker) 65 is opened.
  Further, in this embodiment, the variable winning device (attacker) 65 is opened for a predetermined time not only with a normal big hit symbol but also with a specific small hit symbol and medium hit symbol. Variable display 62 is arranged in 3 rows, for exampleLargeHave LEDs and these LEDsNumbersAnd symbols (A, B, C, etc.) are displayed. In the following description, the specific profit state is simply referred to as a big hit state as appropriate.
  The detailed configuration of the special symbol display device 63 will be described later.
[0028]
  Variable display 62There are four special figure switch memory indicators (corresponding to so-called start memory indicators) 66 provided above the four special figure switch memory indicators 66 when the ball is won by the normal electric start port 64. The fact that the number of winning balls is memorized within the range of is displayed.
  On the side of the special symbol display device 63, there are arranged ordinary figure starting gates (ordinary symbol starting gates, hereinafter referred to as ordinary figure gates) 67 and 68. The ordinary figure starting gates 67 and 68 are balls. Has a gate that can pass only one piece, and when the ball passes the gate, the symbol (for example, a number) of the normal symbol display 64a arranged at the normal electric start port 64 is changed, and this number is determined in advance. When the specific symbol (for example, “7”) is reached, the tulip of the normal electric start port 64 is electrically operated to open for a predetermined time. Normally, the tulip of the electric start port 64 is normally closed, but is controlled to open under certain conditions as described above. As will be described in detail later, the tulip opening time is variably controlled.
[0029]
  In addition, general winning ports 69 and 70 are provided on the lower left and right sides of the special symbol display device 63. Further, a plurality of hitting direction changing members 71 to 76 called windmills are rotatably installed at appropriate positions in the game area, and a number of obstacle nails (not shown) are planted. In addition, an out ball collection port 77 is formed at the lower center of the game area.
[0030]
  On the other hand, a reach lamp 81, side lamps 82a and 82b, decorative lamps 83a and 83b, and a gaming state notification lamp 84 are provided at appropriate positions around the game board 13. The reach lamp 81 flashes when the display content of the variable display 62 of the special symbol display device 63 is in a reach state to increase the expectation to the player, and when it is a big hit, an appropriate display state suitable for the big hit (For example, the number of blinks changes) and has a function of aiming for a production effect. The side lamps 82a and 82b and the decoration lamps 83a and 83b are appropriately lit or flashed according to the game contents to enhance the realistic sensation of the game.
[0031]
  In addition, the gaming status notification lamp (corresponding to the notification means) 84 has a probability of generating a big hit symbol from a low probability to a high probability after the big hit game is finished when a lucky big hit symbol, a special lucky big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a middle hit symbol is generated. When the probability is changed to (when the probability per base map is changed at the same time or the probability per base map is changed alone), when the probability up state is repeatedly controlled, the probability change is newly repeated from the beginning. Each mode when being controlled can be displayed. The probability per ordinary symbol is the probability that the symbol on the normal symbol indicator 64a becomes a specific symbol. The display of each mode may be, for example, by dividing the gaming state notification lamp 84 finely and attaching a plate to the surface so that each content can be understood, so that the corresponding plate may be lit brightly, or the gaming state You may make it distinguish by changing the blink aspect of the notification lamp 84. FIG. In the latter case, notification may be performed in combination with speech synthesis from the speaker (corresponding to notification means) 111.
[0032]
  As the gaming state notification lamp 84, for example, the prize ball discharge indicator 41, the ball rental discharge indicator 42, and the completion lamp 43 that are arranged at the upper part of the frame-like front frame 11 of the pachinko machine 2 may be used in a modified manner. Alternatively, a gaming state notification lamp 84 may be provided at these locations. Further, a gaming state notification lamp 84 may be newly installed on the pachinko machine 2 as a separate member.
[0033]
  Next, FIG. 3 is a diagram showing the configuration of the back mechanism of the pachinko machine 2.
  In FIG. 3, the main mechanisms behind the pachinko machine 2 include a storage tank (upper tank) 101, a guide path 102, a relay base (external terminal base) 103, a ball discharge device 104, a discharge control circuit board 105, and a ball gathering. There are a cover 106, an accessory control circuit board 107, a mounting adapter 108, a firing circuit board 109, a base frame body 110 of a back mechanism board, and a speaker 111.
[0034]
  The base frame body 110 is formed from an integrally molded product made of synthetic resin and fixed to the back side of the front frame 11 of the pachinko machine 2.Mounting frameIs attached. On the base frame 110, various unit parts such as a storage tank 101, a guide path 102, a relay base (external terminal base) 103, a ball discharge device 104, a discharge control circuit board 105, a ball gathering cover 106, a role Object control circuit board 107, installationAdapter 108 etc.It is attached (for example, fixed by a one-touch claw member), and these various unit parts and the base frame body 110 are collectively referred to as a back mechanism board 112.
[0035]
  The storage tank 101 stores balls before being discharged in advance, and an insufficient number of balls in the storage tank 101 is detected by a replenishment sensor (not shown). The The balls in the storage tank 101 are guided by the guide path 102 and discharged by the ball discharge device 104.
  The guide path 102 is not particularly limited, but is formed in two lines so that a large amount of balls can be discharged in a short time, and a ball leveling member and a standby ball detector for preventing the weight of the ball in the middle of the guide path 102 (Both not shown) are provided. Such a two-row configuration is the same for the inside of the ball discharging device 104.
[0036]
  The relay board 103 relays the input and output of signals between the AC power input and the hall management device. In this embodiment, for example, the normal big hit symbol, the lucky big hit symbol, the special lucky big hit symbol, the small hit symbol It is also used as a notification terminal for relaying a signal for notifying information on the occurrence of symbols and mid-hit symbols. It also relays information such as the fact that the probability of jackpot and the probability of hitting the map has been changed, and the state in which each probability change is repeatedly controlled.
  The discharge control circuit board 105 performs various controls necessary for ball discharge, and the accessory control circuit board 107 performs various controls necessary for the operation of the accessory on the game board 13. Further, the accessory control circuit board 107 includes a probability setting switch for changing and setting the jackpot probability of the special symbol display device 63 and the specific symbol probability (probability per universal symbol) of the normal symbol display 64a. The switch insertion port 121 of the switch is exposed on the surface side of the accessory control circuit board 107. Note that the probability setting switch may change or set only the big hit probability.
[0037]
  The probability setting switch has, for example, three contacts so that the jackpot probability of the special symbol display device 63 can be easily changed from the outside in three stages of 1/200, 1/210, and 1/220. Similarly, the probability of hitting a common map has three contact points so that it can be easily changed from the outside, for example, in three steps of 1/5, 1/10, and 1/20. Each switch may be interlocked or may be independently adjustable.
  The contact point of the probability setting switch can be operated by hall personnel, and the set value is displayed on a predetermined display, but after a certain period of time has elapsed after setting, the confidentiality is maintained so that it disappears and cannot be seen from the outside. ing. Note that the change of the big hit probability or the normal hit probability of the special symbol display device 63 is not limited to the above three steps, and may be changed in other ways.
[0038]
  The attachment adapter 108 is used to control the accessory so that the large accessory control circuit board can be easily attached to the base frame 110 when the accessory control circuit board 107 is larger than that shown in FIG. A support member to which the circuit board is attached is fixed to the base frame 110.
  The launch circuit board 109 performs various controls necessary for launching the ball, and the base of the launch control circuit is housed in a predetermined case. The speaker 111 notifies a sound effect necessary for the game (for example, a sound effect associated with ball discharge) and an artificial synthetic sound, and generates various sounds according to the number of ball discharges, award mode, and ball lending. Inform the player.
[0039]
  Further, in this embodiment, the speaker 111 has a lucky jackpot symbol, a special lucky jackpot symbol, a small jackpot symbol, a middle hit symbol, or the jackpot symbol occurrence probability is changed from a low probability to a high probability after the jackpot game ends. (At the same time, changing the probability per base map or changing the probability per base figure alone), when the probability up state is repeatedly controlled for the jackpot probability and the probability per base figure, each probability change starts anew. Each mode when it is newly repeatedly controlled is notified by voice synthesis sound, sound effect or the like. This notification may be performed in combination with the gaming state notification lamp 84.
[0040]
  The control circuit board is an integrated circuit board of the control circuit (that is, a board that realizes the function of the control circuit) and a chassis box made of metal or resin formed in a box shape that houses the board. It is used as a concept including.
[0041]
  The ball gathering cover 106 closes a central opening that is largely open at the center of the base frame 110, and this central opening is a space for mounting the special symbol display device 63. In addition, the rear of the ball gathering cover 106 is formed to bulge, and has a structure that protrudes rearward greatly compared to the rear surfaces of the discharge control circuit board 105 and the accessory control circuit board 107. Then, the ball opening cover 106 closes the central opening so that the ball dropped from the storage tank 101 or the like does not collide with the back side of the game board 13.
[0042]
  Structure of special symbol display device
  Next, the structure of the special symbol display device 63 will be described in detail.
  FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the special symbol display device 63. In FIG. 4, 150 is an armor portion that is disposed on both sides of the upper part of the special symbol display device 63 and protects the special symbol display device 63 from the collision of the pachinko balls, and 151 is a winning prize opening that opens at the upper portion of the special symbol display device 63. (General winning opening), 152 is an accessory relay base for relaying various wires of the special symbol display device 63, 153 is a decorative lens for decorating the operation of the accessory, and 154 is a lamp located behind the decorative lens. The decorative lens 153 is formed of a transparent resin member, and irradiates with a lamp 154 from the rear thereof, so that the accessory is shown up. The variable display 62 includes three parts arranged in three rows, and is divided into a variable display (left) 62L, a variable display (middle) 62M, and a variable display (right) 62R.The variable display (left) 62L, the variable display (middle) 62M, and the variable display (right) 62R are variable displays capable of variably displaying a plurality of symbols in the accessory device 63 (special symbol variation device: variable display device). It corresponds to the part.
[0043]
  FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of the back side of the special symbol display device 63. In FIG. 5, reference numeral 160 denotes a casing of the special symbol display device 63. The armor portion 150 is arranged on the upper portion of the casing 160, and the variable indicator 62 is accommodated in the casing 160. Boss portions 162a and 162b to which the lamp base 161 can be attached are formed at the upper rear of the casing 160, and the balls 161a and 161b formed in the lamp base 161 are respectively passed through these boss portions 162a and 162b. The fixing portions 163a and 163b of the guide member 163 are screwed. The ball guiding member 163 guides the ball that has won the top prize winning opening 151 to a passage following the safe processing unit that processes one safe ball. The ball that has won the top winning prize opening 151 is formed in the upper part of the casing 160. The ball guide member 163 is guided through the semi-cylindrical passage 151a.
[0044]
  Two decorative lamps 164a and 164b are arranged on the front side of the lamp base 161, and these decorative lamps 164a and 164b pass through circular openings 165a and 165b formed in the upper part of the casing 160, respectively. It protrudes to the front side of the special symbol display device 63 and illuminates the front side as necessary. Four small circular openings 166 are formed below the openings 165a and 165b, and the four special-purpose switch storage indicators 66 (shown in FIG. 5) are respectively passed through these openings 166. (Omitted) faces the front side of the special symbol display device 63 so that the player can visually recognize it. The special switch storage display 66 is attached to the display base 167, and the display base 167 is fixed to the casing 160 by an appropriate fixing means. On the other hand, three decorative lamps 168a to 168c are arranged on the rear surface side of the lamp base 161, and these decorative lamps 168a to 168c irradiate a decorative lens 153 made of transparent resin.
[0045]
  In FIG. 5, the variable display (middle) 62M disposed in the center of the variable display 62 is shown in an exploded manner, and the variable display (middle) 62M is roughly divided.MugIt is divided into a part 171 and a doll part 172.MugThe unit 171 includes an LED base 173 capable of displaying specific numbers and symbols, a base case 174 capable of storing the LED base 173, and beerMugFormed in shapeMugMember 175 and beerMugThe foam member 176 is formed by sequentially combining the foam member 176 formed in the shape of a foamed state in which the beer poured in is overflowing. The LED base 173 can be fitted into the base case 174, and the base case 174MugThe member 175 can be fitted. The foam member 176MugIt is fixed to the upper part of the member 175 with a screw.
[0046]
  On the other hand, the doll portion 172 operates by receiving a driving force of the link member 181 and a link member 181 that is driven by being eccentrically connected to a disk-shaped shielding plate 213 coupled to a shaft 210a of the mascot motor 210 described later. A pair of arm members 182a and 182b formed in the shape of a doll, a support member 183 that rotatably supports the arm members 182a and 182b by pins 183a and 183b, and pins 183c and 183d of the support member 183 Similarly, a face member 184 formed in the shape of an image of the face of a doll that is rotatably supported is sequentially combined. AndMugThe variable indicator (middle) 62M is assembled in such a state that the portion 171 is sandwiched between the pair of arm members 182a and 182b of the doll portion 172.
[0047]
  FIG. 6 is an exploded perspective view of the drive system of the special symbol display device 63. In FIG. 6, the decorative lens 153 also serves as the main body that is the core of the accessory mechanism including the variable display 62. Specifically, the upper part of the main body is mainly the decorative lens part, and the lower part is mainly the attachment part for each component. It has become. A central mounting member 191 is fixed on the back side of the main body of the decorative lens 153. The decorative lamp 192 is fixed to the central mounting member 191 and actuator openings 193 and 194 are formed. Further, the LED bases 201 and 202 of the variable display (left) 62L and the variable display (right) 62R are attached to the lower part of the back side of the main body of the decorative lens 153 by screws.
[0048]
  On the other hand, the doll parts 203 and 204 of the variable display (left) 62L and the variable display (right) 62R are attached to the front side of the main body of the decorative lens 153. One doll part 203 includes a beer bottle part 203a simulating the shape of a beer bottle (beer bottle) and a beer bottle.MugPart 171MugAnd a pouring doll 203b simulating a doll that pours into the lens. The pouring doll 203b is fixed to the main body of the decorative lens 153. A rod 203c is provided on the back surface of the beer bottle portion 203a. The rod 203c is connected to a solenoid (beer bottle solenoid) 205 through a hole 203d formed in the pouring doll 203b and a hole 153a formed in the decorative lens 153. It is connected to the lever 206 and receives the driving force of the rod lever 206.
[0049]
  Similarly, the other doll part 204 includes a beer bottle part 204a simulating the shape of a beer bottle (beer bottle) and a beer bottle.MugPart 171MugThe pouring doll 204b imitating a doll that pours into the lens is fixed to the main body of the decorative lens 153. A rod 204c is provided on the back surface of the beer bottle portion 204a. The rod 204c is connected to a solenoid (beer bottle solenoid) 207 through a hole 204d formed in the pouring doll 204b and a hole 153b formed in the decorative lens 153. The lever 208 is connected to receive the driving force of the rod lever 208. The rod levers 206 and 208 are pin-coupled to the respective arms 205a and 207a of the solenoids 205 and 207, and can be rotated by receiving the displacement force of the arms 205a and 207a.
[0050]
  The arms 205a and 207a are in the positions shown in the figure by receiving the urging force of the springs 205b and 207b when the solenoids 205 and 207 are not energized, respectively, but the rod levers 206 and 208 are not driven, but the solenoids 205 and 207 are energized. Then, they are attracted by the solenoids 205 and 207 against the urging force of the springs 205b and 207b, respectively, and the rod levers 206 and 208 are driven.
  When the rod levers 206 and 208 are driven, the rod levers 206 and 208 are rotated, and the rotational force is transmitted to the rods 203c and 204c provided on the back surfaces of the beer bottle parts 203a and 204a, respectively. 204a is tilted to the variable display (middle) 62M, as if beer from the beer bottleMugPart 171MugDisplaced in a style that pours into In addition, although one beer bottle part 203a is shown in FIG. 7, the same operation | movement is performed also about the other beer bottle part 204a.
[0051]
  Here, FIG. 8 is a diagram showing a displacement operation for one doll portion 203. As shown in FIG. 8, normally, the solenoid 205 is not energized, and the arm 205a receives the urging force of the spring 205b and is in the position shown in FIG. 8A, and the rod lever 206 is not driven. Therefore, the beer bottle part 203a is not displaced, and the beer bottle remains standing.
  When the solenoid 205 is energized, the arm 205a is attracted by the solenoid 205 against the biasing force of the spring 205b as shown in FIG. 8 (b), and the rod lever 206 is driven to rotate. 203a, the beer bottle part 203a is displaced, as if the beer bottleMugPart 171MugAn operation such as pouring is performed.
[0052]
  In FIG. 6 again, reference numeral 210 denotes a mascot motor. The mascot motor 210 is provided on the main body of the decorative lens 153 via the bracket 211 and is fixed to the boss portion 212. The bracket 211 is attached to the boss portion 212 with screws. A shaft 210a of the mascot motor 210 is connected to a disk-shaped shielding plate 213, and a slit 213s is formed in the shielding plate 213. The shielding plate 213 can be rotated so as to be sandwiched by a photosensor type motor sensor 214 formed in a U-shape, and the motor sensor 214 emits light of the light emitting diode at a timing when the slit 213s of the shielding plate 213 passes. The rotational position of the mascot motor 210 is detected by receiving the light. The motor sensor 214 is fixed to sensor mounting boss portions 215 a and 215 b provided on the central mounting member 191.
[0053]
  Reference numeral 220 denotes a decorative lamp that illuminates the lower portion of the decorative lens 153, and the decorative lamp 220 is attached to a boss portion 221 provided on the main body of the decorative lens 153. Further, an accessory relay base 152 is attached to the rear of the central mounting member 191. The accessory relay base 152 includes a board 152a on which various connectors are arranged, and a case for storing and protecting the board 152a. 152b. Boss portions 152c and 152d are provided on the other surface side of the case 152b, and a lamp base 222 is attached to the boss portions 152c and 152d. Two decorative lamps 222 a and 222 b are arranged on the lamp base 222, and these decorative lamps 222 a and 222 b illuminate the rear surface side of the decorative lens 153.
[0054]
  Here, the displacement operation of the central variable display (middle) 62M will be described.
  Normally, as shown in FIG. 7, the variable display (middle) 62M is in an upright state, and when the variable display (middle) 62M is viewed from the side, it is shown in FIG. 10 (a). . At this time, the disc-shaped shielding plate 213 connected to the shaft 210a of the mascot motor 210 is in a position where the slit 213s is sandwiched between the photosensor type motor sensors 214 formed in a U-shape. As a result, the rotational position of the mascot motor 210 is detected as the normal position, that is, the operating position where the variable display (medium) 62M is in the upright state.
[0055]
  In this case, the shielding plate 213 is connected to the link member 181 via the pin 231, and the pin 231 is in an eccentric position deviated from the center point of the shielding plate 213. In the state of FIG. 10A, the slit 213s of the shielding plate 213 is located between the motor sensor 214, and since this position is normally held, the link member 181 is almost horizontal, and the link A pair of arm members 182a and 182b that are rotatably connected to the member 181 are made of beer.MugSimulated shapeMugSupports member 175 substantially vertically, andMugA face member 184 imitating the face of a doll is located above the member 175. This normal state is shown in FIG.
[0056]
  On the other hand, when the mascot motor 210 is energized and rotated (for example, ½ rotation), the disk-shaped shielding plate 213 connected to the shaft 210a of the mascot motor 210 rotates as shown in FIG. The link member 181 that is eccentrically connected to the shielding plate 213 is driven (pressed forward as indicated by an arrow). As a result, the pair of arm members 182a and 182b rotate by receiving the driving force of the link member 181.MugThe member 175 is inclined. Also at this timeMugThe upper part of the member 175 contacts the lower part of the face member 184, and the face member 184 is pushed up and inclined in the same manner. Therefore, as shown in FIG.MugThe shape of the doll's face overlaps theMugBoth the member 175 and the face member 184 are in a constant inclined state.
[0057]
  After that, when the mascot motor 210 further rotates, the link member 181 is pulled downward, and againMugBoth the member 175 and the face member 184 return to the upright state. Thus, according to the rotation of the mascot motor 210MugThe member 175 and the face member 184 are displaced.
[0058]
  FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining the displacement operation of the variable display 62 of the special symbol display device 63.
  When a ball wins the start winning opening 65, the content of the special symbol on the variable display 62 changes (scrolls), and when the symbol becomes a double eye state (for example, “222”), a big hit is obtained. FIG. 11A shows the reach state.(Variable display (left) 62L and variable display (right) 62R stop at the same design, and only variable display (middle) 62M continues to scroll)The variable display (left) 62L, the variable display (middle) 62M, and the variable display (right) 62R display “212”. At this time,Reach scroll is performed in the variable display (middle) 62M.The beer bottle part 203a and the beer bottle part 204a are both inclined toMugPart 171MugDisplacement works in a style like pouring into.Here, the reach scroll means that the rotary scroll is performed in a slow state, as will be described later.In this embodiment, the special symbol of the variable display 62 is stopped in the order of the variable display (left) 62L → the variable display (right) 62R → the variable display (middle) 62M. .
[0059]
  Here, the reach scroll means that when the symbols of the first (the left symbol variable display (left) 62L) and the second (the right symbol variable display (right) 62R) are stopped, the reach state is reached. (For example, “2X2”) occurs, and when the symbol of the third symbol (medium symbol variable display (medium) 62M) is stopped, the third symbol display is changed at a slower speed than the normal speed. Control that causes (scrolling). As a result, the player has a sense of expectation of being a big hit (for example, “222”) because the reach is applied, and the realism of the game increases.
[0060]
  Next, immediately before the variable display (left) 62L, the variable display (middle) 62M, and the variable display (right) 62R shift to the state of “222” as shown in FIG.MugIt becomes a style that the face of the doll overlaps on top,MugBoth the part 171 and the doll part 172 are in a certain tilted state (a state where the player falls to the rear as viewed from the player). At this time, the beer bottle unit 203a has already returned to the original state (upright state).
[0061]
  When the big hit is actually made, the output of the variable display (left) 62L, the variable display (middle) 62M, and the variable display (right) 62R stops at “222”. As shown in (c), the output of the variable display (middle) 62M is further scrolled to “3” (or scrolled further than “3”). At this time, it was in a certain inclination stateMugThe part 171 and the doll part 172 return to the original upright state again.
  Thus, the beer bottle unit 203a, the beer bottle unit 204a, according to the scroll of the turn of the variable display (left) 62L, the variable display (middle) 62M, the variable display (right) 62R,MugThe part 171 and the doll part 172 perform the above-described mechanical operation to increase the player's expectation.
[0062]
  Next, FIG. 12 is a block diagram of a control system in the pachinko machine 1.
  In FIG. 12, this control system is roughly divided into a special symbol display device 63.Control related toControl for the display of the variable display 62 and the CPU 301 for the accessory that controls the general-purpose display 64a.CPU for display (CPU for special display) 302It is divided into systems related to.
  First, the system related to the accessory CPU 301 will be described. The accessory CPU 301 stores a ROM 311 that stores a control program and the like, temporary storage of data necessary for setting and control of a work area (for example, startup storage), and the like. A necessary control signal is output to the RAM 312 that performs the above operation, a frequency dividing circuit 313 that divides the oscillation frequency of the crystal to obtain a basic clock of the accessory CPU 301, and a power source required for the accessory CPU 301 and the like. The power supply circuit 314 to be supplied is connected.
[0063]
  In addition, the accessory CPU 301 exchanges data and signals with the ROM 311, RAM 312, output port 315, buffer gate 316, sound generator 317, and speech synthesis IC 318 via the bus line 315, Data and signals are directly transmitted to the display CPU 302.
  The CPU 301 for an accessory isReach control means, normal reach fluctuation number determination means, special reach fluctuation number determination meansAs a function.
[0064]
  The sound generator 317 generates a sound effect necessary for the game, and the voice synthesis IC 318 provides a sound necessary for the game (for example, a voice that increases the expectation of the player at the time of reach or big hit: “Yatter. Reach” or “ "Yatatane!"). Signals from the sound generator 317 and the voice synthesis IC 318 are amplified by the amplifier 319 and emitted from the speaker 111.
[0065]
  The output port 315 outputs a signal from the accessory CPU 301 to the driver 320, and the driver 320 drives a control signal from the output port 315 to generate various drive signals. The external information terminal 103a, the big prize opening solenoid 331, Various kinds of lamps in the special symbol display device 63, LED 332, mascot motor 210, beer bottle solenoids 205 and 207, general electric solenoid 361, and general graphic display 64a.
[0066]
  The external information terminal 103a transmits information on various states of the special symbol display device 63 (for example, a big hit state, a small hit state, a middle hit state, the number of transitions to each cycle at the big hit, a puncture state, etc.) to the hall management device. For relaying a signal to be transmitted to the relay board 103. In addition, you may perform the relay of the signal for transmitting the information etc. in which the general pattern indicator 64a became the specific symbol, or each probability changed.
[0067]
  The big prize opening solenoid 331 opens the variable prize winning device (attacker) 65. When the special symbol display device 63 is in a big hit state, the big prize opening solenoid is set for a certain time or a fixed number of balls in each cycle under the condition of V winning. 331 is excited and the attacker 65 opens. Further, even when the special symbol display device 63 is in the small hit state or the middle hit state, the big prize opening solenoid 331 is excited only for a predetermined time so that the attacker 65 is opened.
  Various lamps and LEDs 332 in the special symbol display device 63 include various decorative lamps (for example, reach lamp 81, side lamps 82a and 82b, decorative lamps 83a and 83b, etc.), special graphic switch storage display 66, and the like. .
  The general electric solenoid 361 is an electric operation of the tulip of the normal electric start port 64 and opens for a predetermined time.
[0068]
  On the other hand, a signal from a low-pass filter 341 that accepts various information signals is input to the buffer gate 316, and the low-pass filter 341 receives from a special figure start switch 342, a count switch 343, a continuation switch 344, and a normal figure start switch 362. A signal is being input. Note that the signal taken into the accessory CPU 301 from the low pass filter 341 is read twice by the accessory CPU 301 in a software manner to prevent chattering in consideration of a time constant of noise and the like.
  The special figure start switch 342 detects that a ball has been won at the normal electric start port 64, and the count switch 343 detects that a ball has been won at the variable winning device 65 serving as a big winning port. The continuation switch 344 is arranged in the variable winning device 65 and detects that a ball has won a so-called V winning opening. The general-purpose start switch 362 is embedded in, for example, the general-purpose gates 67 and 68, and detects that a ball has passed the gate.
[0069]
  Next, a system related to the display CPU 302 will be described. The display CPU 302 receives a command or data from the accessory CPU 301 and displays the special symbol display device 63.Variable display 62In addition to performing control for variably operating the display symbol, the ROM 351 storing a control program, display symbol data, and the like, and a RAM 352 for temporarily storing data necessary for setting and control of the work area are incorporated. . The display CPU 302 is supplied with necessary clocks and power from the frequency dividing circuit 313 and the power supply circuit 314. In addition, the display CPU 302 outputs a signal to the driver 354 via the bus line 353, and the driver 354 drives a signal from the display CPU 302 input via the bus line 353 to generate a drive signal and perform variable display. Output to the device 62.
[0070]
  Each circuit including the accessory CPU 301 is realized by a board unit called an accessory control circuit board 107 including a microcomputer disposed at a predetermined position on the back side of the pachinko machine 2. In addition, the board unit of the microcomputer exchanges control signals and data with the ball lending machine 3, the island facility, the management device of the amusement store, and the like. Further, the display CPU 302 is provided in a display circuit (not shown) separate from the accessory control circuit board 107, and the display circuit is disposed on the back surface of the casing 160 of the special symbol display device 63.
[0071]
  Next, various control procedures performed by the CPU 301 and the CPU 302 described above will be described in detail with reference to FIGS.
  Control by the accessory CPU 301 includes a main routine that is started at the same time when the power of the pachinko machine 1 is turned on and is repeatedly executed as long as the power is turned on, and other subroutines.
[0072]
  Main routine
  First, the main routine (so-called general flow) will be described with reference to FIG. This routine is repeated after the power of the pachinko machine 1 is turned on as described above. Specifically, the routine is repeated with a hardware interrupt every 2 ms in a reset waiting process described later.
[0073]
  When the main routine is activated, it is first determined in step S10 whether or not power is turned on. Also in this stepRAM 312Check the status of. If the power is turned on for the first time, the process proceeds to step S12, and initialization processing, specifically,RAM 312Is set and an initial symbol (for example, “123”) in the variable display 62 is set.
[0074]
  In addition, for example, a flag is set, the output port 315 is reset, a subroutine is initialized, and the like. Then, it progresses to step S14 and about the result of step S12RAM 312In addition to pattern storage, check data is set. Thereafter, in step S16, the process waits for a reset, and the main routine is repeated by a hardware interrupt every 2 ms.
[0075]
  On the other hand, if the power is not turned on for the first time in step S10, that is, after the power has already been turned on in the second and subsequent routines, this time branches to NO, and in step S18.RAM 312The same pattern storage is performed for. At this time, for exampleRAM 312Check data that is the result of checking the state of is set. Subsequently, it progresses to step S20 and switch input processing is performed. In this switch input processing, for example, logical conversion from various detection switches and chattering prevention processing are performed.
[0076]
  Next, in step S22, it is determined whether or not an error has occurred. The error includes, for example, a count error of balls won in the variable winning device 65 as a big prize opening, and a clogging error such as discharged balls. If an error has occurred, the process proceeds to step S24, an error flag is set, and a random number update process / timer and port output process is executed in step S26.
[0077]
  This is to update the random number that determines the display pattern of the variable display 62, or to perform processing necessary for the mechanical operation and the generation of sound effects. The processing contents will be described in detail later in a subroutine. . Thereafter, in step S30, the process waits for a reset, and the main routine is repeated by a hardware interrupt every 2 ms.
[0078]
  On the other hand, when no error has occurred in step S22,It branches to step S32 and it is discriminate | determined whether there exists a prize of the ball | bowl to the normal electric start port 64. FIG. If there is a prize at the normal electric start port 64, the current prize is started and stored in step S34, and this is added to the start memory number. The starting storage is performed in a predetermined area of the RAM 312, for example, and is limited to four. When the number exceeds 4, it is not added to the starting memory number. In addition, the special figure switch memory display 66 thereby displays the starting memory number up to four.
[0079]
  Here, in the process of step S34, the current winning is simply added to the starting stored number, and the process of extracting a random number for determining the big hit at this time is not performed. The big hit random number extraction process is executed in the subroutine of the left high-speed rotation end process in FIG. After step S34, the process proceeds to step S36.
  On the other hand, if there is no winning at the ordinary electric start port 64, the process jumps to step S34 and proceeds to step S36.
[0080]
  In step S36, it is determined whether or not the vehicle is idling. The idle state is a normal operation other than the big hit operation and the symbol rotation operation. When the engine is idling, it is determined in step S38 whether or not the start memory number is held. If there is a hold, the display design of the variable display 62 is started to rotate in step S40. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S42.
  On the other hand, when NO in step S36 (when not idling: during big hit and symbol rotation operation), when there is no hold of the starting memory number in step S38, step S40 is jumped to and step S42 is proceeded to.
[0081]
  In step S42, any one of idle processing, symbol rotation processing, and jackpot processing is selected and executed according to the determination result in the above step (refer to a subroutine for details). Next, the process proceeds to step S44, and random number update processing / timer and port output processing is executed (same as step S26).
  Next, the process proceeds to step S45, and the ordinary power transmission process is executed (refer to a subroutine for details). This is based on the fact that the ball has passed through the general gates 67 and 67, and changes the symbol of the general symbol display 64a of the general electric prize winning gate 64, and also performs a closing control such as opening a tulip when the specific symbol is displayed. Is what you do. Next, in step S46, the process waits for a reset, and the main routine is repeated by a hardware interrupt every 2 ms.
[0082]
  Random number update processing, timer and port output processing
  FIG. 14 is a diagram showing a subroutine of random number update processing / timer and port output processing in steps S26 and S44 in the main routine described above. When this subroutine is started, first, a design random number update process is performed in step S50. In this method, random numbers for determining symbols to be displayed on the variable display 62 are sequentially updated according to a certain rule, and thus, for example, “0” to “9”, “A” are not biased to a certain symbol. ".." D "is randomly updated in the range of 14 types.
[0083]
  Next, a big hit determination random number update process is performed in step S52. In this method, random numbers for determining big hits are sequentially updated according to a certain rule, and thereby random random numbers are generated within the range of the probability of big hits.
  Next, in step S53, a random number update process for a normal map is performed (refer to a subroutine for details). this is,Normal electric start64, a random number for determining the big hit symbol of the general symbol display 64a in 64 is sequentially updated in accordance with a certain rule, whereby a predetermined probability per general symbol (the probability that the general symbol display 64a draws a specific symbol. Random random numbers are generated within the same range. The probability of hitting a normal map is variably controlled.
  Next, a symbol rotation number determination random number update process is performed in step S54. In this method, random numbers are sequentially updated according to a certain rule so that the number of rotations of the display symbol of the variable display 62 is not biased, whereby the rotation number of the display symbol is updated at random.
[0084]
  Next, timer processing is performed in step S56. This counts the timer used in this subroutine. Next, beer bottle processing is performed in step S58. This is to operate the beer bottle part 203a and the beer bottle part 204a of the variable display 62 so as to tilt toward the center side during reach scroll. Next, in step S60, information processing such as a start winning prize is performed. This is a process for outputting necessary external information, such as winnings to the normal electric start port 64, jackpots, V winnings, etc. to the management device. If there is no winning or the like to the ordinary electric start port 64, the external information is not output.
  Here, for example, through the relay base 103 having a function as a notification terminal, for example, information on occurrence of a normal big hit symbol, a lucky big hit symbol, a special lucky big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, a middle hit symbol, or a big hit symbol is output. A process of outputting information to the management device such as the probability, the probability per ordinary map, and the state in which the probability change is repeatedly controlled is performed.
[0085]
  Next, dual system control processing is performed in step S62. This is because, for example, there are seven ball award balls when winning at the normal electric start port 64 and 15 ball balls when winning at the general winning ports 69 and 70. It is for performing control divided into systems. Next, mascot motor processing is performed in step S64. This is done by energizing the mascot motor 210 and rotating it, as shown in FIG.MugDisplace the shape so that the face of the doll overlapsMugBoth the member 175 and the face member 184 are in a certain inclined state. Thereby, the expectation to a player at the time of reach scroll is raised.
[0086]
  Next, lamp / LED processing is performed in step S66. this is,Game board 13, Various lighting lamps (for example, reach lamp 81, side lamps 82a and 82b, decoration lamps 83a and 83b, gaming state notification lamp 84, etc.), special figure switch memory display 66, etc. are turned on and blinked. .
  At this time, for example, a normal jackpot symbol, a lucky jackpot symbol, a special lucky jackpot symbol, a small jackpot symbol, an indication that a middle hit symbol has occurred, a jackpot probability, a display that the probability per universal symbol has been changed, and a probability change The state of repeatedly controlling and the like is displayed by the gaming state notification lamp 84.
  Next, port output processing is performed in step S68. This is to output data to the output port 315.
[0087]
  Next, an LED digital display process is performed in step S70. This determines the symbol of the variable display 62 and transfers the data to the display CPU 302. Next, sound effect processing is performed in step S72. The sound generator 317 generates a sound effect necessary for the game, and the voice synthesis IC 318 synthesizes a voice necessary for the game (for example, a voice at the time of reach or a big hit).
  At this time, for example, a normal jackpot symbol, a lucky jackpot symbol, a special lucky jackpot symbol, a small jackpot symbol, a notification that a middle hit symbol has occurred, a jackpot probability, a notification that the probability per universal symbol has been changed, and a probability change The speaker 111 notifies the state of repeated control and the like. In addition, what kind of normal big hit symbol, lucky big hit symbol, special lucky big hit symbol, small hit symbol, medium hit symbolthingMay be notified in advance at regular intervals. After step S72, the process returns to the main routine.
[0088]
  Idle processing
  FIG. 15 is a diagram showing a subroutine of idle processing in step S42 in the main routine. When this subroutine is entered, processing for clearing the big hit and symbol rotation processing area is performed in step S80. As a result, when the big hit is completed, the sound at the time of the big hit is cleared, or the count number of balls won in the variable winning device 65 at the time of the big hit and the number of continuations of the cycle are cleared. Also used for symbol rotation at big hitsRAM 312The area of is cleared.
[0089]
  Symbol rotation processing
  FIG. 16 is a diagram showing a subroutine of symbol rotation processing in step S42 in the main routine. When the process proceeds to this subroutine, it is first determined in step S90 whether or not symbol rotation has started. When symbol rotation starts, the main timer is set to [0] in step S92, and the process proceeds to step S94. The main timer is for counting the time from the start to the end of symbol rotation. Therefore, by setting the main timer to [0], a new cycle time is started simultaneously with the start of symbol rotation. On the other hand, when the symbol rotation is not started (for example, when it has already been started or when it has not been started at all), the process jumps to step S92 and proceeds to step S94.
[0090]
  In step S94, it is determined whether or not symbol rotation has been completed. Symbol rotation includes stages from [Step R00] to [Step R70] and symbol rotation step 8 and symbol rotation step 9 exceeding [Step R70], and the progress of symbol rotation is determined at these stages. To do. The relationship between each stage and the symbol rotation step is as follows.
  [Step R00]: Symbol rotation step 0
  [Step R10]: Symbol rotation step 1
  [Step R20]: Symbol rotation step 2
  [Step R30]: Symbol rotation step 3
  [Step R40]: Symbol rotation step 4
  [Step R50]: Symbol rotation step 5
  [Step R60]: Symbol rotation step 6
  [Step R70]: Symbol rotation step 7
  The process of each stage of the symbol rotation step 1 to the symbol rotation step 7 is performed by a subroutine, but each stage of the symbol rotation step 8 and the symbol rotation step 9 merely designates a stage, and the subroutine process is not performed.
[0091]
  If the process proceeds to the symbol rotation step 9 in step S94, it is determined that the symbol rotation is completed, and the process proceeds to step S116. On the other hand, when it is less than the symbol rotation step 8, it is determined that the symbol rotation has not ended, and the process proceeds to step S96. In step S96, the symbol rotation main timer is subtracted. The symbol rotation main timer counts the time required for each branch process.Started in step S92This is a timer that decrements (subtracts) at regular intervals.
[0092]
  Next, in step S98, it is determined whether or not the symbol rotation main timer is operating. When the symbol rotation main timer is in operation, the process proceeds to step S100 and the symbol is updated. Thereby, the symbol of the variable display 62 is scrolled, that is, the symbol is sequentially updated in the order of “1” → “2” → “3”. Next, the sub-timer is subtracted in step S102. The sub-timer counts the time when the symbol on the variable display 62 changes one by one and changes to the next display symbol (eventually, the symbol scroll time). For example, as shown in FIG. The symbol dot change time when scrolling from “3” to “3” is measured. By subtracting the sub-timer, the value of the sub-timer decreases each time this subroutine is executed, and when it reaches [0], the sub-timer stops its operation (corresponding to the end of the scroll time).
[0093]
  Therefore, in step S104, it is determined whether or not the symbol rotation sub-timer is operating. When the operation is stopped (when the sub-timer = 0), it is necessary to proceed to step S112 and continue the scroll process. Set data such as sub-timer and return to main routine. When the symbol rotation sub-timer is operating, the process returns to the main routine. In this way, the design of the variable display 62 is updated every predetermined scroll time.
[0094]
  On the other hand, if the symbol rotation main timer is not in operation in step S98 and is [0], the process proceeds to step S106 to determine whether the symbol rotation step is 8 or more. If it is greater than or equal to the symbol rotation step 8, it is determined that the symbol rotation process needs to be terminated, the process proceeds to step S114, [9] is set in the symbol rotation step, and the process returns to the main routine. As a result, the next routine branches to YES in step S94.
[0095]
  If the symbol rotation step is smaller than [8] in step S106, the process proceeds to step S108 to select and execute the following symbol rotation phase end processing.
  [Step R00]: Low-speed rotation start processing
  [Step R10]: Left high-speed rotation end processing
  [Step R20]: Left low-speed rotation end processing
  [Step R30]: Right low-speed rotation end processing
  [Step R40]: Symbol rotation end processing
  [Step R50]: Normal reach end processing
  [Step R60]: Special reach end processing
  [Step R70]: Symbol rotation end processing
  [Step R70 ']: predetermined per small hit / medium
  Details of these processes will be described later in a subroutine. Next, after the symbol rotation main timer is set to a predetermined time in step S110, the process proceeds to step S112.
[0096]
  On the other hand, when the symbol rotation step has progressed to [9] in the above step S94, it is determined that the symbol rotation has been completed, and the procedure proceeds to step S116. Is determined. If it is a big hit, processing for making a big hit is performed in step S118. As a result, the symbol of the variable display 62 of the special symbol display device 63 becomes a doublet (for example, “222”), and a big hit operation is performed. Thereafter, the process returns to the main routine. If it is not a big hit, the process branches to step S120 to perform idle processing. Thereby, the special symbol display device 63 performs a normal operation. Thereafter, the process returns to the main routine.
  In this way, the process of rotating the symbol of the variable display 62 of the special symbol display device 63 is performed.
[0097]
  Low-speed rotation start processing
  FIG. 17 is a diagram illustrating a subroutine of the low-speed rotation start process of [Step R00] in the symbol rotation process. When this subroutine is entered, a random rotation time is first set in step S130. This is because a big hit random number is extracted at random timing from random numbers that are updated at a constant cycle, but since this random number extraction is biased, a random rotation time is set and the random number extraction bias is considered It is a thing.
  In step S132, [1] is set in the symbol rotation step, and the process returns to the symbol rotation process routine.
[0098]
  Left high-speed rotation end processing
  FIG. 18 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the left high-speed rotation end process of [Step R10] in the symbol rotation process. When the process proceeds to this subroutine, a big hit random number is first extracted in step S140. Conventionally, a jackpot extraction random number is taken in at the moment when a ball wins the starting opening, and the random number value has already been extracted when starting and storing. Therefore, the extracted random number may change during the big hit due to noise, or the extracted random number value may be illegally rewritten during the big hit, resulting in an extraction result different from the original big hit probability value. was there.
[0099]
  On the other hand, in this embodiment, the big hit random number is extracted at a timing after a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the symbol rotation of the variable display 62, that is, a timing immediately before the symbol rotation is stopped. Therefore, since random numbers are not extracted during start-up storage,valueThere is an advantage that it is possible to prevent a situation in which the extracted random number changes due to noise without changing. In addition, there is no room for performing illegal rewriting of the extracted random number value during the big hit, and there is an advantage that it is possible to prevent a situation in which the extraction result differs from the original big hit probability value due to fraudulent acts. As a result, it is possible to prevent the halls and gaming machines from being disadvantaged.
[0100]
  Furthermore, the “Lucky Number” system is adopted as in the present embodiment, and the jackpot probability is increased by a factor of 10 from the normal after the jackpot only when a special symbol (for example, “777”) is finished (details will be described later). In such a model with variable probability, after the big hit probability changes, the big hit random number is extracted after the probability change when the big hit is completed, separately from the start memory, so the big hit disturbance according to the game after the probability change at the time of random number extraction Can be numeric. That is, the jackpot probability value can be clarified.
[0101]
  For example, in the case of a big hit with “Lucky Number”, random numbers are extracted with a normal big hit probability during the big hit, and the big hit probability is increased 10 times after the big hit ends. By simply storing the start-up, random numbers are taken out at a timing immediately before the rotation symbol is stopped based on the fluctuation probability of 10 times increase after the end of the jackpot (the jackpot is extracted with a high probability). Therefore, the jackpot random value corresponding to the game after the probability change increased by 10 times is obtained, and the jackpot probability value becomes very clear. As a result, the player can be fully convinced.
[0102]
  Now, after passing through step S140, it is discriminate | determined next in step S142 whether it is a big hit. If it is a big hit, the process proceeds to step S144, and a winning stop symbol (for example, “222”) is determined. Next, the process jumps to step S152 to set the left low-speed rotation start symbol. This is because the design of the variable display 62 is initially rotated at a low speed, and the design is gradually changed so that the player can follow the display design smoothly.
  Next, in step S154, [2] is set in the symbol rotation step, and then the routine returns to the symbol rotation process routine.
[0103]
  On the other hand, if it is not a big hit in step S142, the process proceeds to step S146 to determine a shift stop symbol (for example, “232”). Next, in step S148, it is determined whether or not the left symbol and the right symbol are equal (that is, reach eyes). When the left symbol = right symbol, reach is made in step S150 (for example, a reach flag is set), and then the process proceeds to step S152. On the other hand, if it is not a reach eye, the process jumps to step S150 and proceeds to step S152. Next, in step S154, [2] is set in the symbol rotation step, and then the routine returns to the symbol rotation process routine.
[0104]
  Left low-speed rotation end processing
  FIG. 19 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the left low-speed rotation end process of [Step R20] in the symbol rotation process. When this subroutine is entered, a left stop symbol is first set in step S160. Thereby, the symbol (for example, “2”) when the variable display (left) 62L is stopped is set. Next, in step S162, it is determined whether or not a big hit. If it is a big hit, the process proceeds to step S164 to determine whether or not the sub-reach.
[0105]
  Sub-reach is the first design(Left design: Variable display (left) 62L stop design)After the second stop(Right symbol: Variable indicator (right) 62R stop symbol)Is a special stop that is different from the normal stop, so that the second symbol is stopped. For example, the first symbol is “2” and the second symbol is “2”. This is a case of scrolling in a slow state before "." In addition, during the period related to the stop in the special stop, the rotary scroll is made visible to the player. That is, reach scroll the second symbol stop.
[0106]
  Here, the advantages of sub-reach include the following.
  Since the player can have a big hit expectation from the time of the second symbol stop, the game effect is enhanced, and the player has an advantage that the player can have the expectation that the original reach is expected. This greatly enhances the game motivation.
  In addition, since the rotation time of the display symbol with respect to the big hit becomes longer due to the sub-reach, for example, in the case of a model with a lot of balls at the big hit like belonging to `` first type '', a lot of prize balls are discharged in a short time, There is an advantage that there is sufficient time to prepare a new dollar box, and that a player or a clerk can smoothly prepare the dollar box.
  It should be noted that there are actually cases where reach is reached after sub-reach (for example, “2X2”) and cases where reach is not reached (for example, “2X3”).
[0107]
  In this embodiment, as the probability of becoming a sub-reach, if the final stop symbol is a big hit, the probability of becoming a sub-reach is 1/8, and if the right symbol is before or after the left symbol (for example, the left symbol is “2”, the right symbol The probability of sub-reach is set to 1/16 when the symbol is “3” or “1” before and after the symbol. In other words, sub-reach occurs with a probability of at least 1/8 at the time of a big hit, and sub-reach occurs with a probability of 1/16 when the right symbol is before or after the left symbol.
[0108]
  Also, for example, when the left symbol is “2”, the sub-reach is applied when the right symbol stops, stops at “2”, and then shifts to the original reach (ie, “2X2”), that is, from the sub-reach to the original When it comes to reach, it is structured to be a big hit. Therefore, when sub-reach is applied and the original reach is reached, there is an advantage that a big hit can be confirmed at this point.
[0109]
  When it is determined in step S164 that the sub-reach is determined, the process proceeds to step S166, and the sub-reach rotation speed is determined. For example, if the left symbol is “2”, how many shifts to stop the right symbolThe number of rotations (the number of symbols to be shifted) is determined, and the right low-speed rotation start symbol for starting the low-speed rotation of the variable indicator (right) 62R is determined.Next, in step S168, the right low-speed rotation start symbol is set, and in step S170, [3] is set in the symbol rotation step. Then, the process returns to the symbol rotation process routine. In this way, the sub-reach rotation speed at the time of sub-reach and the low-speed rotation start symbol at that time are set. If it is not sub-reach in step S164, the process jumps to step S166 and proceeds to step S168. Therefore, at this time, there is no sub-reach,Right low-speed rotation start patternIs set.
[0110]
  On the other hand, when it is not a big hit in step S162, the process proceeds to step S172 to determine whether the right symbol is before or after the left symbol. For example, it is determined whether the left symbol is “2” and the right symbol is “3” or “1” before and after that. If YES, the process proceeds to step S174 to determine whether or not it is sub-reach. If it is sub-reach, the process branches to step S166. When it is not sub-reach, it progresses to step S168, and also when it is NO at step S172, it progresses to step S168.
  As described above, sub-reach occurs even when it is not a big hit, and the same processing as described above is performed according to the presence or absence of sub-reach.
[0111]
  Right high-speed rotation end processing
  FIG. 20 shows the [Step R30] in the symbol rotation process.Right high-speed rotation end processingFIG. When this subroutine is entered, a right stop symbol is first set in step S180. Thereby, the symbol (for example, “2”) when the variable display (right) 62R is stopped is set. Next, in step S182, it is determined whether or not a big hit.
[0112]
  (I) At the time of big hit
  If it is a big hit, the process proceeds to step S184 to determine whether or not it is a special reach.
  Special reach is a control that stops the third symbol with a special stop different from the normal stop when the third symbol is stopped after the first and second symbols stop. In this embodiment, so-called long reach is adopted as a special stop. For example, the first left design(The symbol displayed on the variable display (left) 62L)Is "2", the second right design(Design displayed on variable display (right) 62R)Is also "2" and the third middle symbol(The symbol displayed on the variable display (middle) 62M)The state that scrolls very slowly before "2" is called long reach. Therefore, during the period related to the stop in the special stop, the rotary scroll is made more gradual. As a result, the player can enjoy the real pleasure of long reach for a long time, which is very exciting.
[0113]
  If it is determined in step S184 that it is a special reach, step S186(Equivalent to the function of special reach fluctuation number determination means)Proceed to to determine the special reach rotation speed. For example, if both the left symbol and right symbol are “2”,How many pieces have shifted since the start of special reach scrolling with middle symbols (after how many symbols reach scrolling)Whether to stop the middle symbolRotation speedIs determined. Next, in step S188, the normal reach rotation speed is determined (in the case of normal reach).Only the number of revolutions will be decided here, and the processing here will be ignored during special reach.In step S190, the medium / low speed rotation start symbol is set, and in step S192, [5] is set in the symbol rotation step. Then, the process returns to the symbol rotation process routine. In this way, the special reach speed at the time of special reach and theMedium-low speed rotation start patternIs set. Since this time is a big hit case, the big hit state (for example, “222”) is finally reached through the special reach.
  What is normal reach?Special reachOther than normal reach.
[0114]
  In step S184Special reachIf not, the process jumps to step S186 and proceeds to step S188. Therefore, special reach is not performed at this time, and step S188 is performed.(Equivalent to the function of the normal reach fluctuation number determination means)After the normal reach rotation speed is determined in step S190, the medium / low speed rotation start symbol is set in step S190. At this time, after a normal reach, it finally becomes a big hit state (for example, “222”).
[0115]
  (II) When not a big hit
  When it is not a big hit, the process branches from step S182 to step S194, and it is determined whether or not it is a reach. If the reach is reached, the process proceeds to step S196, where it is determined whether or not the right symbol and the middle symbol are equal (that is, corresponding to the big hit). When the right symbol = middle symbol, it will be a big hit, so the process proceeds to step S202, [1] is added to the middle symbol, and then the process proceeds to step S188. This is to avoid stopping at the hit of the big hit even though it is not a big hit.
[0116]
  On the other hand, when the right symbol and the middle symbol are not equal (that is, when it does not correspond to the big hit), the process proceeds to step S198 to determine whether or not the middle symbol is a symbol immediately before the right symbol. . For example, when the right symbol is “2”, it is determined whether or not the middle symbol is “1” immediately before the middle symbol. If yesSpecial reach where the final stop symbol is "212"Therefore, step S200Special reach where the final stop symbol is "212"Go to and determine the special reach rotation speedAfterThe process proceeds to step S188. On the other hand, if the middle symbol is not the symbol immediately before the right symbol in step S198, the process jumps to step S200 and proceeds to step S188. Therefore, at this time, it is not a special reach but a normal reach.
  As you can see, even when you are out of the big hit,Depending on the final stop patternSpecial reachOr either normal reachIt is controlled by.
[0117]
  If NO in step S194 (not reach), the process branches to step S204, where the medium / low speed rotation start symbol is set, and in step S206, [4] is set in the symbol rotation step. Then, the process returns to the symbol rotation process routine. Therefore, even if it is a big hit, when it is not reach, normal symbol rotation control is simply performed.
[0118]
  Symbol rotation end processing
  FIG. 21 is a diagram showing a subroutine of symbol rotation end processing of [Step R40] and [Step R70] in symbol rotation processing. When the process proceeds to this subroutine, first, an intermediate stop symbol is set in step S210. Thereby, the symbol (for example, “2”) when the variable display (medium) 62M is stopped is set. Next, in step S211, it is determined whether or not the stop result is a middle hit.
[0119]
  Here, the middle hit symbol and the small hit symbol will be described.
  In the case of the present embodiment, the symbol of the variable display 62 is the middle symbol, that is, the symbol of the variable indicator (medium) 62M is stopped last. The left symbol stops first, then the right symbol stops, and finally the middle symbol stops. The middle winning symbol is the result of “X, odd, odd”. For example, “877” is a symbol with the last two digits being odd. At this time, the attacker 65 is only open for 5 seconds. A hit state is generated.
  The small hit symbol means the outcome of “X, even number, even number”. For example, “722,” the last two digits are even numbers. At this time, the attacker 65 is opened only for 0.5 seconds. A hit state is generated. Note that the value (X) of the left symbol is not related to symbol determination and may be any symbol.
  The medium hit game and the small hit game correspond to games per deformation advantageous to the player.
[0120]
  Now, if the stop result is a mid-hit symbol in step S211, the process proceeds to step S212, the open time of the attacker 65 is set to a medium level (for example, set to 5 seconds), and the symbol rotation step is set to [7] in step S213. '] Is set. Then, the process returns to the symbol rotation process routine.
  On the other hand, when the stop result in step S211 is not a mid-hit symbol, the process proceeds to step S214 to determine whether or not the stop result is a small hit. When the symbol of the variable indicator 62 is a small hit symbol, the process proceeds to step S215, and the open time of the attacker 65 is set to a small level (for example, set to 0.5 seconds). In step S216, the symbol rotation step is set to [ 7 '], and then returns to the symbol rotation processing routine.
[0121]
  When the stop result of the variable display 62 is not a small hit symbol in step S214, the process proceeds to step S217 to set a deviation expression time. Next, [8] is set in the symbol rotation step in step S218. Then, the process returns to the symbol rotation process routine. In this way, the process of ending the rotation of the symbol when the middle hit gaming state, the small hit gaming state, or the off is performed.
[0122]
  Small and medium hit processing
  FIG. 22 is a diagram showing a small hit / medium hit process subroutine of [Step R70 '] in the symbol rotation process. When this subroutine is entered, first, the open time of the attacker 65 is updated in step S700. For example, it is sequentially updated (decremented) in the remaining open time each time this subroutine is executed. Next, in step S702, it is determined whether or not the open time is up.
[0123]
  In the case of a medium hit symbol, 5 seconds is set as the open time of the attacker 65, and in the case of a small hit symbol, 0.5 seconds is set as the open time of the attacker 65. Therefore, in the determination of step S702, the corresponding attacker open It is determined whether or not the time has expired. When the corresponding open time has not expired (for example, when the first subroutine is entered), the special winning opening (ie, attacker) 65 is opened in step S704. This energizes (turns on) the special winning opening solenoid 361 to open the attacker 65. Thus, for example, the attacker 65 is opened for 5 seconds when the symbol is a medium hit, and the attacker 65 is opened for 0.5 seconds when the symbol is a small hit. After step S704, the process returns to the symbol rotation process routine.
[0124]
  On the other hand, when the open time of the attacker 65 is up in step S702, the process proceeds to step S706, and the special winning opening (that is, the attacker) 65 is closed. This stops (turns off) energization of the special winning opening solenoid 361 and closes the attacker 65. In step S708, [8] is set in the symbol rotation step. Then, the process returns to the symbol rotation process routine.
  In this way, the control for opening the attacker 65 is performed when the middle hit symbol or the small hit symbol is selected.
  The open control of the attacker 65 may be performed by time as described above, but may be closed by the number of winnings to the attacker 65 as another mode. For example, it may be closed up to a maximum of 10 winning prizes in the middle win and 3 winning prizes in the small win.
[0125]
  Considering the effect of the present embodiment, in addition to the big hit game state, it is possible to play the game in the medium and small specific game states (that is, the middle hit and the small hit) that are advantageous to the player. Therefore, it is possible to diversify the game and enhance the interest of the player. In addition, since the ball can be awarded to the attacker 65 for a short period of time, for example, as in the conventional example, the game state that makes it easy for the player to win big hits by changing the big hit probability is used. Therefore, it is possible to greatly eliminate the situation where the ball does not enter the starting opening and other general winning openings, which are the first triggers of the jackpot game.
  As a result, the situation where the number of award balls is relatively large and there is no hit ball can be extremely reduced, and the situation where the possession ball is stabilized and the game is given up can be almost eliminated. That is, game willingness can be improved.
[0126]
  In addition, for example, a game machine in which the big hit state is continuous, but on the other hand, when the present invention is applied to a type in which the payout rate until the big hit occurs is low, the “ball holding” is improved. The effect is obtained. Therefore, the number of players who give up the game before the big hit is drastically reduced, which can lead to an increase in sales for the hall.
  Furthermore, since the number of award balls is relatively large in the usual game stage other than the big hit, it is relatively less likely to spend a long time until the big hit, and it is also possible to acquire a large number of balls.
  In addition, it is possible to reduce the situation where the hit ball is lost even if it is a big hit, and it is possible to almost eliminate “punk”.
[0127]
  Normal reach end processing / Special reach end processing
  FIG. 23 is a diagram showing a subroutine of normal reach end processing and special reach end processing in [Step R50] in the symbol rotation processing. When this subroutine is entered, it is first determined in step S220 whether or not it is a special reach. In the case of special reach, the process proceeds to step S222, [6] is set in the symbol rotation step, and then the routine returns to the symbol rotation processing routine. Thereby, special reach processing is performed.
[0128]
  On the other hand, if it is not the special reach, the subroutine for the special reach end process is entered, the process proceeds to step S224, and [7] is set in the symbol rotation step, and then the process returns to the symbol rotation process routine. Thereby, when it is not special reach, normal reach is simply performed and the process is terminated.
[0129]
  If the process proceeds to the special reach end subroutine from the beginning, [7] is set in the symbol rotation step in step S224, and then the routine returns to the symbol rotation processing routine. This ends the special reach.
[0130]
  Jackpot processing
  FIG. 24 is a diagram showing a big hit processing subroutine of step S42 in the main routine. When this subroutine is entered, it is first determined in step S300 whether or not the big hit has started. When the big hit starts, both the big hit probability and the normal hit probability are returned to normal (set to a low value) in step S302. This is to restore the normal probability during the jackpot operation. Therefore, the probability per map returns to a low value.
  Note that, instead of this mode, for example, even during a big hit operation, both the big hit probability and the normal figure probability may be maintained at a high probability. Alternatively, at least one of the big hit probability and the normal hit probability may be left as a high probability. If it does in this way, the number of balls which are hitting big hits will increase, and it will become possible for a player to acquire a lot of balls, and game willingness will increase further.
[0131]
  Here, the control that increases the jackpot probability will be described.
  In the present embodiment, a so-called “lucky number” system is adopted, and the jackpot probability is increased more than usual only in the case of a special symbol. Specifically, for example, when the symbol of the variable display 62 becomes a special symbol “333” (hereinafter referred to as a lucky jackpot symbol), the probability of jackpot occurrence is 1/50 until the next jackpot occurrence. Probability fluctuation control is performed such that the probability is increased to (approximately four times the normal probability). Then, in the case of the lucky big hit symbol, the state where the big hit occurrence probability is increased to 1/50 continues until the third big hit occurs. This corresponds to controlling the jackpot probability in the first repetition state. Accordingly, when a lucky jackpot symbol appears, a high probability state of 1/50 continues thereafter until three big hits occur. Therefore, if successful, so-called four times will increase the possibility of consecutive big hits in a short time. However, winning the jackpot depends solely on the player's own power. In this way, the big hit probability is controlled to a high probability state up to three times, and this number is referred to as a special figure probability fluctuation number.
[0132]
  If a lucky jackpot symbol appears again until the next three big hits, the jackpot occurrence probability may be returned to the original low state with a total of four big hits. Separately, for example, a new repeated control count may be started so as to increase the jackpot probability to 1/50 up to three times. That is, the counting of the special figure probability fluctuation count is newly started.
  In addition, when a big hit occurs with a normal big hit symbol (for example, “666”), the subsequent game is performed with a low probability of 1/200, 1/210, or 1/220. The jackpot movement is determined with probability.
[0133]
  When the symbol of the variable display 62 becomes a special symbol of “777” (hereinafter referred to as a special lucky jackpot symbol), the probability of jackpot occurrence is 1/20 (normal) until the next jackpot occurrence. Probability fluctuation control is performed such that the probability is increased to approximately 10 times. In the case of the special lucky jackpot symbol, the state where the jackpot occurrence probability is dramatically increased to 1/20 is continued until the fifth jackpot is generated. This corresponds to controlling the jackpot probability in the second repetition state. Therefore, when a special lucky jackpot symbol appears, a high probability state of 1/20 continues thereafter until five big hits occur. That is, the special figure probability variation number is [5]. Therefore, if successful, so-called six times will increase the possibility of big hits occurring in a short time.
[0134]
  If a special lucky jackpot symbol appears again before the next five big hits, the jackpot occurrence probability may be returned to the original low state with a total of six big hits. Separately, for example, a new repeated control count may be started so as to increase the jackpot probability to 1/20 up to five times.
  Further, when a lucky jackpot symbol or a special lucky jackpot symbol appears as described above, the number of high-probability repetitions remaining at that time, that is, the number of special figure probability fluctuations (for example, three times or five times) is When not all of them are used, an actual addition method may be employed in which the remaining number of special figure probability fluctuations (number of repetitions) is added to the current number of special figure probability fluctuations (number of repetitions).
[0135]
  Next, the main timer is set to [0] in step S304, and the process proceeds to step S306. The main timer counts one cycle time (for example, 29.5 seconds) when the variable winning device 65 is opened at the time of the big hit. By setting the main timer to [0] here, A new cycle time count is started.
  On the other hand, when it is not a big hit start (for example, when it has already started, or when it has not started at all), it jumps to steps S302 and 304 and proceeds to step S306.
[0136]
  In step S306, it is determined whether or not the big hit has ended. There are stages from [Step B00] to [Step B40] in the detailed process of jackpot, and each stage of jackpot step 5 and jackpot step 6 exceeding [Step B40], and the progress status of the jackpot process is judged at these stages To do. The relationship between each stage and the jackpot step is as follows.
  [Step B00]: jackpot step 0
  [Step B10]: jackpot step 1
  [Step B20]: jackpot step 2
  [Step B30]: jackpot step 3
  [Step B40]: jackpot step 4
  The processing of each stage from the big hit step 1 to the big hit step 4 is performed by a subroutine, but each stage of the big hit step 5 and the big hit step 6 merely designates a stage, and no subroutine processing is performed.
[0137]
  If it is determined in step S306 that the process has reached jackpot step 6, it is determined that the jackpot process has ended, and the process proceeds to step S330. On the other hand, if it is less than jackpot step 6, it is determined that the jackpot processing has not ended, and the process proceeds to step S308.
  (I) End of jackpot
  Here, for the convenience of explanation, the case of proceeding to step S330 will be described. In step S330, symbol monitoring processing is performed. This is to check the number of special figure probability fluctuations and control the fluctuation of the special figure probability fluctuation number, the big hit probability, and the normal figure probability according to the symbol that appears at that time (details will be described later in a subroutine). As a result, the player is more likely to secure a lot of balls, and the game can be further enjoyed.
  Next, the process proceeds to step S334 to return to idle, and the process returns to the main routine. As a result, after the big hit, the normal operation is performed again. However, since the big hit probability and the normal hit probability are increased, the probability of hitting in a short time becomes extremely high.
[0138]
  (II) When the big hit
  If the big hit processing is less than step 6 in step S306, the big hit processing has not ended, and the process proceeds to step S308, where the V valid timer is subtracted and a V winning check is performed. The V effective timer is processed as a so-called puncture if a ball is not received in the V winning opening within a certain effective time (for example, 29.5 seconds) when the variable winning device 65 as a large winning opening is opened at the time of a big hit. Therefore, it is a timer that counts the valid time, and decrements (subtracts) every certain time. The V winning check is for determining whether or not a ball has been won in the V winning opening within the valid time, and this is determined based on an output signal from the continuation switch 344, for example. Therefore, if there is no V winning while the V valid timer is subtracted to [0], it is processed as a puncture. On the other hand, if there is a V prize, the big hit cycle continues in the range of the maximum number of cycles (for example, 16 times).
[0139]
  Next, a big hit output flag process is performed in step S310. This is a process of setting a flag for continuing the cycle during the big hit. Next, in step S312, it is determined whether or not the big winning opening is being opened, that is, whether or not the variable winning device 65 is open. If it is open, in step S314, 10 winning prizes are counted and it is determined whether or not it is 10 or more. The maximum number of winning entries is limited to ten. Therefore, when it is less than 10, the process proceeds to step S316 and the main timer is subtracted. If it is already 10 or more, the process proceeds to step S322.
[0140]
  On the other hand, when the special winning opening is not open in step S312, the process jumps to step S314 and proceeds to step S316. By subtracting the main timer in step S316, the above-described attacker open time (for example, 29.5 seconds) is counted. Next, in step S318, it is determined whether or not the big hit main timer is operating. The big hit main timer is a timer required for the big hit execution. When this timer is in operation, the process proceeds to step S320 to perform a main timer operation process (for example, a process of blinking a decoration lamp). If the big hit main timer is not operating, the process jumps to step S322.
[0141]
  In step S322, it is determined whether or not the big hit step is [5] or more. When the big hit step is 5 or more, it is determined that the big hit process needs to be terminated, and the process proceeds to step S328, [6] is set in the big hit step and the process returns to the main routine. As a result, the next routine branches to YES in step S306.
[0142]
  If the big hit step is smaller than [5] in step S322, the process advances to step S324 to select and execute the following big hit each phase end process.
  [Step B00]: Fanfare restart processing
  [Step B10]: Fanfare end processing
  [Step B20]: Ending process for opening the big prize opening
  [Step B30]: Interval end processing
  [Step B40]: V check process at end
  Details of these processes will be described later in a subroutine. Next, after setting data such as a timer in step S326, the process returns to the main routine.
  In this way, processing necessary for a big hit is performed.
[0143]
  Fanfare restart processing
  FIG. 25 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the fanfare restart process of [Step B00] in the big hit process. When this subroutine is entered, first, [1] is set in the big hit step in step S340, and then the big hit processing is returned. This will cause a fanfare to sound before the big hit.
[0144]
  Fanfare end processing / interval end processing
  FIG. 26 is a diagram showing the subroutines of the fanfare end process of [Step B10] and the interval end process of [Step B30] in the big hit process. When the process proceeds to each of these subroutines, in any case, the continuation number update process is first performed in step S350. Next, in step S352, [2] is set in the jackpot step, and then the process returns to the jackpot processing. As a result, the big hit fanfare is finished, the interval during the transition to the next cycle is finished, and the big hit continuation cycle is updated.
[0145]
  Opening the grand prize opening
  FIG. 27 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the big winning opening release end process of [Step B20] in the big hit process. When this subroutine is entered, it is first determined in step S360 whether or not there are 10 winnings. This is because when the variable winning device 65 as a big winning opening is opened,Was there a prizeThis is to determine whether or not. if,Without one prizeIn step S362, a no-count error is determined, and the process proceeds to step S364. A no-count error is a case where there is no winning at the big winning opening. On the other hand, step S360If you win a prizeThen, the process jumps to step S362 and proceeds to step S364.
[0146]
  In step S364, it is determined whether or not it is the 16th opening, that is, whether or not it is the 16th attacker opening that is the maximum number of opening. If it is not the 16th release, the process proceeds to step S366, where it is determined whether or not there is a V prize. If V is won, [3] is set in the big win step in step S368 and the process returns to the big win process. Thus, in the big hit step 3, the big hit cycle is continued. Therefore, the attacker opens up to 16 times at the maximum, subject to the V prize in each cycle.
[0147]
  Also, when the 16th release is made at step S364 (when the final release), or when there is no V winning at step S366, the process branches to step S370, [4] is set in the big win step, and then the big hit processing Return to As a result, the big hit is punctured without going to the big hit step 3 for continuing the big hit cycle.
[0148]
  End V check processing
  FIG. 28 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the V check process at the end of [Step B40] in the big hit process. When this subroutine is entered, it is first determined in step S380 whether or not it is the 16th opening, that is, whether or not it is the 16th attacker opening that is the maximum number of opening. If it is not the 16th release, the process proceeds to step S382 to determine whether or not there is a V prize, and if V is won, [2] is set in the big win step in step S384 and the process returns to the big win process. Thereby, the continuation process in each cycle of big hit step 2 big hit is performed.
[0149]
  When the 16th release is made at step S380 (when the final release is made), or when there is no V winning at step S382, the process branches to step S386, and [5] is set to the big win step, and then the big win processing Return to This completes the big hit cycle.
[0150]
  Next, each subroutine in the random number update process / timer and port output process will be described.
  Design random number update process
  FIG. 29 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the random number update process for symbol in step S50 in the random number update process / timer and port output process. When this subroutine is started, first, [1] is added to the left symbol random number in step S400. Next, in step S402, it is determined whether or not the left symbol random number is [14] or less.
  Here, in this embodiment, there are 15 types of symbols from “0” to “9” to “A”... “E” as symbols to be displayed on the variable display 62. The 14 types of symbols correspond to the random numbers from [0] to [14], respectively. Therefore, the left symbol random number [14] corresponds to the maximum symbol value.
[0151]
  When the left symbol random number exceeds [14] in step S402, it is the maximum value, so the process proceeds to step S404, and the left symbol random number is set to [0]. This is to return from the maximum value to the minimum value [0] again. Next, in step S406, [1] is added to the medium symbol random number. Similarly, in step S408, it is determined whether or not the medium symbol random number is [14] or less. When the medium symbol random number exceeds [14], the medium symbol random number is returned to [0] because it is the maximum value and proceeds to step S410.
  Next, in step S412, [1] is added to the right symbol random number, and similarly in step S414, it is determined whether or not the right symbol random number is [14] or less. When the right design random number exceeds [14], it is the maximum value, so the process proceeds to step S415, and the right design random number is returned to [0]. Next, the process of step S416 is performed.
[0152]
  On the other hand, when the left symbol random number is [14] or less in step S402, the middle symbol random number is [14] or less in step S408, or the right symbol random number is [14] or less in step S414, step S416 is performed. Jump to. In this way, the left, middle and right symbol random numbers are sequentially updated (incremented) in the range of [0] to [14].
[0153]
  In step S416, the big hit symbol update process is executed. The main purpose of this is to randomize the appearance rate of each symbol at the time of a big hit, and in this embodiment, the appearance rate of the symbols “3” and “7” is suppressed slightly lower, which is disadvantageous to the hall. Is controlled so as to balance the profits of the two so that the player does not increase and can be enjoyed by the player.
[0154]
  Next, the process proceeds to step S417, and it is determined whether or not the symbol special game state is in effect.
  The symbol special game state is advantageous to the player by greatly increasing these probabilities so that not only the big hit lottery random number that determines the display symbol of the variable display 62 but also the middle hit and the small hit are likely to occur. It is the state which was made to become. In the transition to the symbol special gaming state, for example, the jackpot probability becomes high after the big jackpot ends. At this time, a specific symbol appears on the variable display 62, a method in which the symbol special gaming state is simultaneously shifted at once. Regardless of the method (such as “123”, “567”), or the display design of the variable display 62, the state suddenly changes to a special game state. There is a method to migrate.
  In this embodiment, both are employed.
  Note that one of these three methods may be used as appropriate, or two or more methods may be used in appropriate combination.
[0155]
  In addition, in the method in which the state suddenly changes to shift to the symbol special gaming state regardless of the display symbol of the variable display 62, in order to execute the method, for example, lottery to shift to the symbol special gaming state It is preferable to have an internal random number for performing the game and draw a random number every time there is a start prize and determine the transition. If you do so, for exampleSlot machineIt is possible to form a gaming state in which a large number of balls are acquired in a short time like a concentrated role (for example, so-called Seven Rush), and the contents of the game can be further diversified. Further, when the game is shifted to the symbol special game state, this may be displayed or voiced.
[0156]
  If it is determined in step S417 that the symbol special game state is being executed, the process proceeds to step S418 to execute symbol special game state processing (detailed in a subroutine). After that, the process proceeds to the big hit determination random number update process routine. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S417 that the symbol special game state is not in effect, the process jumps to step S418 to shift to the jackpot determination random number update processing routine.
[0157]
  Random number update process for jackpot determination / design rotation number determination random number update process
  FIG. 30 is a diagram showing subroutines for the big hit determination random number update process in step S52 and the symbol rotation number determination random number update process in step S54 in the random number update process / timer and port output process. When the big hit determination random number update processing subroutine is started, first, [1] is added to the big hit determination random number in step S420. Next, in step S422, a random number update upper limit value for the probability setting value is extracted. For example, when the probability of jackpot is 1/200, the random number update upper limit value is [200], and [200] is extracted. Similarly, when the jackpot probability is 1/210, the random number update upper limit value is [210], and when the jackpot probability is 1/220, the random number update upper limit value is [220].become.
[0158]
  Next, in step S424, it is determined whether or not the jackpot probability is increasing. For example, when the jackpot symbol is a lucky jackpot symbol, the jackpot probability (special figure probability) is increased to 1/50, and when the jackpot symbol is a special lucky jackpot symbol, the jackpot probability is increased to 1/20. The up magnification is not limited to this example, and other magnifications may be used.
[0159]
  When the probability is increasing in step S424, in step S426When the jackpot probability is increased 10 times to 1/20, the random number update upper limit value is “20”, and when the jackpot probability is increased 10 times to 1/21, the random number update upper limit value is set to “20”. When the big hit probability is increased by 10 times to “21” to “21”, the random number update upper limit value is corrected to “22” corresponding to each probability setting value, and thenThe process proceeds to step S428. Note that when the lucky big hit symbol is 1/50, the random number update upper limit is corrected to [50].
  On the other hand, when the probability is not increasing, the process jumps to step S426 and proceeds to step S428.
[0160]
  In step S428, it is determined whether or not the big hit determination random number update result is an upper limit value. This is to determine whether or not the big hit decision random number is updated each time this routine is repeated, and whether or not the upper limit value has been reached in this routine. When the big hit determination random number update result is the upper limit value, the big hit determination random number is returned to [0] again in step S430. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S432 of the symbol rotation number determination random number update process.
  When the big hit determination random number update result is not the upper limit value, the subroutine of the symbol rotation number determination random number update process is jumped and the next timer process is started.
[0161]
  In this way, the big hit determination random number is incremented by [1], and the increment is repeated by returning to [0] again at the upper limit value corresponding to the big hit probability. Therefore, for example, when the probability of jackpot is 1/200, the random number update upper limit value is [200]. Therefore, one random number in the range of [0] to [199] is extracted and the jackpot determination is performed. That is, random numbers are extracted with a jackpot probability of 1/200. Also, when the probability of jackpot increases to 1/20, the random number update upper limit is [20], so one random number in the range of [0] to [19] is extracted to determine the jackpot When the probability of jackpot increases to 1/50, the upper limit of random number update is [50], so one random number in the range of [0] to [49] is extracted and the jackpot Is determined. Therefore, the probability of winning a big hit increases dramatically as the probability of the big hit increases.
[0162]
  Next, when entering the symbol rotation number determination random number update subroutine, [1] is added to the symbol rotation number determination random number in step S432. Next, in step S434, it is determined whether or not the update result of the symbol rotation number determination random number is an upper limit value. The symbol rotation number determination random number is updated each time this routine is repeated, and it is determined whether or not the upper limit is reached in this routine. If the symbol rotation number determination random number update result is the upper limit value, the symbol rotation number determination random number is returned to [0] again in step S436. Thereafter, the process proceeds to the next timer process.
  If the symbol rotation number determination random number update result is not the upper limit value, the process jumps to step S436 and proceeds to the next timer process.
[0163]
  In this way, the symbol rotation number determination random number is incremented by [1], and returns to [0] again at the upper limit, and the increment is repeated. Therefore, the number of times the display symbol of the variable display 62 is rotated is not biased.
[0164]
  Beer bottle processing
  FIG. 31 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the beer bottle process in step S58 in the random number update process / timer and port output process. When this subroutine is started, it is first determined in step S450 whether or not a reach operation is in progress. If not, the process returns to a random number update process / timer and port output process. Therefore, unless the reach operation is in progress, the mechanical operation of the variable display 62 is not performed.
[0165]
  On the other hand, when the reach operation is being performed, it is determined in step S452 whether or not it is a special reach. When the normal reach is not the special reach, the process proceeds to step S454, and the solenoid operation corresponding to the normal reach display symbol is performed. That is, energization control corresponding to the normal reach display symbol is performed on the beer bottle solenoids 205 and 207. Thus, as shown in FIG. 11 (a), when the reach scroll is performed, the beer bottle part 203a and the beer bottle part 204a both incline toward the center side to dispose the beer bottle.MugPart 171MugDisplacement of the style like pouring is performed.
[0166]
  If the special reach is determined in step S452, the process proceeds to step S456 to perform a solenoid operation corresponding to the special reach display symbol. That is, the energization control is performed so that the beer bottle solenoids 205 and 207 operate slowly so as to correspond to the special reach display symbols. Accordingly, the reach state shown in FIG. 11 (a) is also performed. In this case, the reach scroll is performed slowly with long reach, and the beer bottle part 203a and the beer bottle part 204a are both inclined toward the center side, and the beer bottle is removed.MugPart 171MugThe displacement movement of the style like pouring is performed slowly. Therefore, a slow mechanical operation in accordance with the special reach is realized. After step S454 or step S456, the process returns to the random number update process / timer and port output process.
[0167]
  Mascot motor processing
  FIG. 32 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the mascot motor process in step S64 in the random number update process / timer and port output process. When this subroutine is started, it is first determined in step S460 whether or not a reach operation is in progress. If not, the process returns to a random number update process / timer and port output process. Therefore, unless the reach operation is in progress, the mechanical operation of the variable display 62 is not performed.
[0168]
  On the other hand, when the reach operation is being performed, it is determined in step S462 whether or not the reach is a special reach. When the normal reach is not the special reach, the process proceeds to step S464, and the motor operation corresponding to the normal reach display symbol is performed. That is, energization control corresponding to the normal reach display symbol is performed on the mascot motor 210. As a result, as shown in FIG.MugThe shape of the doll's face overlaps theMugA displacement operation in a style is performed so that both the member 175 and the face member 184 are in a certain inclination state.
[0169]
  If the special reach is determined in step S462, the process proceeds to step S466 to perform a motor operation corresponding to the special reach display symbol. That is, energization control is performed so that the mascot motor 210 operates in a gradual manner so as to correspond to the special reach display symbol. Accordingly, the reach state shown in FIG. 11B is also performed. In this case, the reach scroll is performed slowly with long reach, andMugThe displacement operation of the style in which both the member 175 and the face member 184 are in a constant inclined state is performed slowly. Therefore, a slow mechanical action in accordance with the special reach is realized. After step S464 or step S466, the process returns to the random number update process / timer and port output process.
[0170]
  Ordinary power system
  FIG. 33 is a diagram showing a subroutine of ordinary power / general power processing in step S45 of the main routine. When this subroutine starts, it is first determined in step S500 whether or not there is a start prize. The start winning here refers to winning a ball to the ordinary gates 67 and 68 (that is, the ball passes through the gate). When the ball passes through the normal map gates 67 and 68 (or at least one of them), the normal map start memory is incremented (added) by [1] in step S502. Here, the normal figure start memory is a memory in which the ball passes through the general figure gates 67 and 68 (whichever is acceptable), and the start memory when the general electric start start opening 64 is won. Is different. It should be noted that the usual starting memory is limited to four.
[0171]
  After step S502, the process proceeds to step S504. On the other hand, if there is no start prize in step S500, the process jumps to step S502 and proceeds to step S504. In step S504, it is determined whether or not the normal idle state is in effect. The time of the normal figure idle means a state where the general figure display 64a is stopped at the previous appearance (symbol). For example, it may be immediately after stopping. When it is in the usual time idling, the process proceeds to step S506, and it is determined whether or not there is a holding of the usual time chart start memory. Since the hold is performed within four, there are many cases where there is a hold.
[0172]
  When there is a hold, a general-purpose rotation start process is performed in step S508. As a result, the display on the general-purpose display 64a changes, and thereafter, the display stops at a certain symbol after a random predetermined time has elapsed. In addition, a random number for determining the design of the general-purpose display 64a is drawn after a predetermined time has elapsed since the start of rotation. Depending on random number lottery resultsluckyIt is determined whether or not a specific symbol (for example, “7”) is hit. In this case, in step S508, by setting a random rotation time, it is considered that the symbol appearance is not biased to a specific winning symbol (for example, “7”). As the symbols, 20 types of 0 to 19, which are the maximum displayable range, may be used, or specific odd symbols such as 1, 3, 5,... 19 may be used. Control is easier when there are fewer symbols.
  In addition, the timing for drawing the random number for determining the symbol of the general-purpose display 64a may be after a predetermined time has elapsed since the start of rotation as described above, but is not limited to this. At the same time, random numbers for symbol determination may be drawn. That is, the random number lottery timing may be freely set at any time.
[0173]
  After the process of step S508, the process proceeds to the subsequent step S510. Meanwhile, stepS504If NO in step S506 or NO in step S506, the process jumps to step S508 and proceeds to step S510. In step S510, a process branch is performed. This is executed by selecting any one of the idle process, the rotation process, the hit process and the deviation process in accordance with the determination result of the above step (refer to the subroutine for details of each content). After step S510, the process returns to the main routine.
[0174]
  Idle processing
  FIG. 34 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the idle process in step S510 in the ordinary power transmission process. When this subroutine is entered, a process for clearing the RAM area for ordinary and normal power processing is performed in step S520. As a result, winning data for the ordinary gates 67 and 68, a command for operating the normal electric start port 64, and the like are stored.RAM 312The area of is cleared. Accordingly, the symbols of the normal gates 67 and 68 are maintained in a stopped state, and the normal electric start port 64 does not operate.
[0175]
  Rotation processing
  FIG. 35 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the rotation process in step S510 in the ordinary map ordinary power process. When this subroutine is entered, first, at step S530, it is determined whether or not the symbol of the universal symbol display 64a has finished rotating. If the symbol has not finished rotating, the process proceeds to step S532, where the normal symbol variation process is performed, and the process returns to the main routine. Thereby, the design of the general-purpose display 64a continues to fluctuate (that is, continue to rotate).
[0176]
  On the other hand, when the symbol of the general symbol display 64a has finished rotating, the process proceeds to step S534, and a random number for determining the symbol of the general symbol display 64a is extracted. In step S536, it is determined whether or not the extraction result is correct. To do. There are two types of hits, for example, “7” and “3”. At the time of winning, the winning symbol is stopped in step S538. Therefore, it stops at the symbol “7” or “3”. Next, in step S540, the process executed in the next routine is changed to a hit process, and the process returns to the main routine. As a result, the symbol of the universal display 64a stops at the hit, and thereafter, the process shifts to a hit process.
  On the other hand, if it is not a win in step S536, the process branches to step S542 to stop the off symbol. Therefore, it stops at symbols other than “7” or “3”. Next, in step S544, the process to be executed in the next routine is changed to an out-of-process, and the process returns to the main routine. As a result, the symbol on the general-purpose display 64a stops when it comes off, and thereafter, the process shifts to the off-process.
  In this way, the process of rotating the symbol on the universal symbol display 64a is performed.
[0177]
  Contact processing / out of contact processing
  FIG. 36 is a diagram showing a subroutine for the hit process and the deviation process in step S510 in the ordinary map ordinary power process. When the process proceeds to the hit processing subroutine, it is first determined in step S550 whether or not the hit process is complete. If not, the process proceeds to step S552, where the normal electric start port 64 is turned on. This energizes the ordinary electric solenoid 361 to open the tulip of the ordinary electric starting port 64. Thereby, the winning rate to the ordinary electric start port 64 is increased, and the player is advantageous. Next, in step S554, it is checked whether or not a ball is won at the ordinary electric start port 64, and the process returns to the main routine. If there is a winning at the normal electric starting port 64, the start is stored within four, the symbol of the variable display 62 is rotated, and if the winning exceeds four, the prize ball is simply discharged.
[0178]
  Here, the opening time of the normal electric start port 64 is set to 5 seconds when the winning symbol is “7”, for example, and is set to 2 seconds when the winning symbol is “3”. In this embodiment, the opening of the ordinary electric start port 64 is controlled by time. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the opening control may be performed by the number of winnings. In this case, for example, when the winning symbol is “7”, up to 5 winnings are recognized, and when the winning symbol is “3”, up to 2 winnings are recognized (irrelevant to the opening time).
  In addition to such control, even when the big hit symbol is a lucky big hit symbol or a special lucky big hit symbol, it is possible to control the opening of the normal electric start port 64 and perform a control to increase the number of winnings. Good. By doing so, the number of winning balls during the big hit becomes larger than usual, and the player's willingness to play is further enhanced. Such control is effective as a method for increasing the number of balls during a big hit.
[0179]
  On the other hand, when the hit process is completed in step S550, the process branches to step S556, and the normal electric start port 64 is turned off. This is to turn off the energization of the ordinary electric solenoid 361 and close the tulip of the normal electric start port 64. Thereby, the winning rate to the normal electric start port 64 is lowered, and the player is disadvantaged. In step S556, the next process is changed to an idle process, and the process returns to the main routine. Thus, idle processing is performed in the next routine.
[0180]
  When the routine shifts to the deviation processing subroutine, it is determined in step S560 whether or not the deviation processing is finished. If not, the process returns to the main routine. Thereby, the detachment process is continued. On the other hand, when the disconnection process ends, the process branches to step S558. Thus, idle processing is performed in the next routine.
  In this manner, the opening / closing control of the normal electric start port 64 is performed when the symbol of the general-purpose display 64a is a winning symbol or when it is off.
[0181]
  Random number update process for each map
  FIG. 37 is a diagram showing a routine random number update process subroutine of step S53 in the random number update process / timer and port output process. When the subroutine is started, first, [1] is added to the random number for the normal map in step S580. Next, in step S582, it is determined whether or not the probability per ordinary map is increasing.
[0182]
  Here, in this embodiment, control is performed to increase the probability per universal figure under specific conditions. Specifically, the probability per universal symbol is approximately 1/20 for normal normal motion and normal jackpot symbols, but when a lucky jackpot symbol or special lucky jackpot symbol appears, it is further specified as described below. ofJackpot symbol (for example, “5” ordinary lucky symbol)When a big hit occurs, the probability per base drawing after the big hit ends is increased to a high magnification of 1/4. The up magnification is not limited to this example, and other magnifications may be used. Further, the up magnification may be changed depending on the big hit symbol.
[0183]
  Thereby, the winning rate to the ordinary electric start port 64 is increased, and the probability that a big hit will occur next time is indirectly increased from the viewpoint of starting winning. Therefore, the player's willingness to play increases from a viewpoint different from increasing the probability of occurrence of jackpot. In particular, since the symbol of the variable display 62 rotates well, it is possible to play a game while being throbbing and throbbing, the game becomes diverse, and the excitement level and fun of the game increase. Further, by appropriately combining the change of the big hit probability and the normal hit probability, it becomes possible to enrich the game contents in an extremely diverse manner.
[0184]
  Furthermore, in the game machine where the big hit state simply continues, the ball payout rate until the big hit occurs is low and the so-called “ball holding” is bad. As a result, the winning rate for the ordinary electric starting port 64 is increased and the “ball holding” is improved. Therefore, for example, the number of players who give up the game before the big hit is drastically reduced, and sales can be increased for the hall.
  As for the payout rate, it is possible to control so that various changes can be made by changing the probability of hitting the ordinary figure, and the payout rate can be freely adjusted to some extent.
  In addition, after the big hit, not only the probability per base figure is increased to a high magnification of 1/4, but the probability per base figure may be increased immediately after the big hit. In this way, the number of award balls at the time of the big hit game increases, and a large profit can be obtained for the player.
[0185]
  If the probability per ordinary figure is increasing in step S582, the process proceeds to step S584 and is corrected to the random number update upper limit value when the probability is increased (for example, when the probability per ordinary figure is ¼ and increased five times) The upper limit value is set to [4]), and the process proceeds to step S586. In addition, when the magnification is increased to 1 / n by the probability per ordinary map, the random number update upper limit value is corrected to [n].
  On the other hand, when the probability is not increasing, the process jumps to step S582 and proceeds to step S586.
[0186]
  In step S586, it is determined whether or not the normal hit decision random number update result is an upper limit value. This is to determine whether or not the random number determined per map is updated each time this routine is repeated, and it is determined whether or not the upper limit is reached in this routine. If the result of updating the random number determined per ordinary figure is the upper limit value, the determined random number per ordinary figure is returned to [0] again in step S588. Thereafter, the routine returns to the routine of the random number update process / timer and port output process.
  Also, if the determined random number update result per map is not the upper limit value, jump to step S588.Return to the routine of random number update processing / timer and port output processing.
[0187]
  In this way, the random number determined per common figure is incremented by [1], and the random number update upper limit value when the probability is increased returns to [0] again and the increment is repeated. Therefore, for example, when the probability per ordinary figure is 1/20, the random number update upper limit value is [20]. Therefore, one random number in the range of [0] to [19] is extracted to determine per ordinary figure. Is done. That is, random numbers are extracted at a probability of 1/20 per map. In addition, when the probability per common map increases to 1/4, the random number update upper limit is [4], so one random number in the range [0] to [3] is extracted and Determination per figure is performed.
[0188]
  Symbol monitoring process
  FIG. 38 is a diagram showing a subroutine of symbol monitoring processing in step S330 in the big hit processing. When this subroutine is entered, first, the number of special figure probability fluctuations is checked in step S600. The special figure probability variation number is set to a finite value when the lucky jackpot symbol and the special lucky jackpot symbol are set. By checking the special figure probability variation number in step S600, the number of remaining times can be determined. It is for judgment.
[0189]
  Next, the process proceeds to step S602, where it is determined whether or not the number of special figure probability fluctuations is [0]. If the number of special figure probability fluctuations = [0], whether or not the jackpot symbol is “7” in step S604 ( That is, it is determined whether or not “777”: special lucky jackpot symbol). If it corresponds to a special lucky jackpot symbol, the number of special figure probability fluctuations is set to [5] in step S606, and the flow advances to step S608. As a result, when a big hit occurs in the special lucky big hit symbol, the big hit occurrence probability is increased so that the big hit is likely to occur at least five times thereafter.
[0190]
  If it is determined in step S604 that the symbol does not correspond to a special lucky jackpot symbol, the process proceeds to step S610, where it is determined whether or not the jackpot symbol is “3” (ie, “333”: lucky jackpot symbol). . If it corresponds to a lucky jackpot symbol, the number of special figure probability fluctuations is set to [3] in step S612, and the flow advances to step S608. Thereby, when a big hit occurs in the lucky big hit symbol, the big hit occurrence probability is increased so that the big hit is likely to occur at least three times thereafter.
  On the other hand, if it is not a lucky big hit symbol in step S610, the process proceeds to step S614. Therefore, when it is neither a special lucky jackpot symbol nor a lucky jackpot symbol (normal jackpot symbol), the process proceeds to step S614, and the special figure probability variation number is not set to a finite value.
[0191]
  When the process proceeds to step S608 through step S606 or step S612, the special figure jackpot probability (that is, the jackpot occurrence probability) is changed in this step. Specifically, the special figure big hit probability is increased. The up magnification is as described above. At this time, if there is a remaining number of special figure probability fluctuations, the special figure big hit probability is increased within that range.
[0192]
  Thus, for example, unlike the forced continuous big hit game state (that is, the big hit state occurs again within the starting storage range), the game content is an increase in the big hit probability. And the excitement level of the game and the expectation for the big hit are greatly increased for the player, and the game content becomes extremely interesting.
[0193]
  Also, the big hit state isThere is an advantage that it is possible to avoid a situation in which the replenishment of balls is not in time because it is not forced to continue and only the possibility of occurrence of big hits is increased. In addition, the progress of the game is not hindered, and there is an advantage that the service can be prevented from deteriorating for the hall.
[0194]
  Next, in step S614, it is determined whether or not the current jackpot symbol is [5] (that is, “555”: a normal lucky symbol). If it corresponds to the usual lucky symbol (“5”), the probability per ordinary figure is changed in step S616. Specifically, increase the probability of hitting a common figure. The up magnification is as described above. Thereafter, the process returns to the jackpot processing routine. On the other hand, if the current big hit symbol is not [5] in step S614, the process jumps to step S616 and returns. In this way, by increasing the probability of winning a normal figure, the winning rate for the ordinary electric start port 64 is dramatically increased, and it is possible to indirectly increase the probability of occurrence of a big win from the aspect of starting winning. . Therefore, the feeling of expectation for the big hit increases while rotating the special symbol well, and the player's willingness to play can be further enhanced.
[0195]
  On the other hand, when the number of special figure probability fluctuations is not [0] in step S602, it is determined that there is some remaining, and in step S618, the number of special figure probability fluctuations is determined.[1]Is subtracted and the process proceeds to step S608. Then, when such a loop is repeated and the number of special figure probability fluctuations becomes [0], the process branches from step S602 to step S60. Therefore, in the case of the special lucky jackpot symbol and the lulucky jackpot symbol, the probability of occurrence of the jackpot increases multiple times.
  As described above, when the special lucky jackpot symbol and the lucky jackpot symbol are generated, the jackpot occurrence probability is increased and the hit probability of the ordinary figure is also increased. Therefore, during the jackpot occurrence probability increase, in step S614 The process unconditionally branches to the YES side.
[0196]
  A modification of this routine will be described.
  For example, when the special lucky jackpot or lucky jackpot symbol appears again while the jackpot occurrence probability is increased by the control as described above, for the second special lucky jackpot symbol or lucky jackpot symbol, the fluctuation of the jackpot probability is changed. The control may be completely ignored and not performed.
  Also, if the special lucky jackpot symbol or the lucky jackpot symbol appears again at the time of the last special figure probability fluctuation number (ie, when the special figure probability fluctuation number = 1) during the jackpot probability increase, The special lucky jackpot symbol or the lucky jackpot symbol may be made effective, and the jackpot occurrence probability may be continuously varied (up).
[0197]
  In the process of step S614, during the big hit occurrence probability change, it may be unconditionally branched to the NO side so that the normal hit probability is not changed. This is to prevent a special figure (design of the variable display 62) and the probability fluctuation of the usual figure from being doubled. Further, as another mode, for example, during the big hit occurrence probability fluctuation, it is possible to unconditionally branch to the YES side so as to fluctuate the normal hit probability. According to this, while the probability of occurrence of the big hit is increased, the winning rate to the normal electric start port 64 is increased, and it becomes possible to acquire a further payout.
  Furthermore, in order to diversify the game contents, the various aspects described above may be appropriately combined while the game is in progress.
[0198]
  Big hit symbol update processing
  FIG. 39 is a diagram showing a subroutine of jackpot symbol update processing in step S418 in symbol random number update processing. When this subroutine is entered, first, [1] is added to the jackpot symbol random number in step S630. The jackpot symbol random number is for making the appearance rate of the symbol displayed on the variable display 62 random.
[0199]
  Next, in step S632, it is determined whether or not the update result of the jackpot symbol random number is an upper limit value. This is a big hit symbol random number is updated every time this routine is repeated, and it is determined whether or not the upper limit is reached in this routine. When the big hit symbol random number update result is the upper limit value, the big hit symbol random number is returned to [0] again in step S34. Thereafter, in step S636, a jackpot symbol is created from the address data corresponding to the current jackpot symbol random number, and the process returns to the symbol random number update process. On the other hand, if NO at step S632, the process jumps to step S634 and proceeds to step S636. In this way, the jackpot symbol random number is incremented by [1], and returns to [0] again at the upper limit, and the increment is repeated.
[0200]
  Here, FIG. 40 shows symbol data.For example, 10 pieces of 0-9As an example, as shown in this figure, there are 26 types of jackpot symbol data addresses from +1 to +25, and symbol data is determined in the range of 0 to 9 corresponding to each address. Among them, “3” which is a lucky jackpot symbol is 2 out of 26 symbols, which means that the appearance rate of the lucky jackpot symbol is 2/26. Further, “7” which is a special lucky jackpot symbol is one out of 26 symbols, which means that the appearance rate of the special lucky jackpot symbol is 1/26. Furthermore, “5”, which is the normal lucky symbol, is 2 out of 26, which means that the appearance rate of the normal lucky symbol is 2/26.
  OtherEach normalThere are 3 out of 26 symbols, which means that the appearance rate of the normal big hit symbol is 3/26.
[0201]
  In this way, the appearance rate of a specific advantageous symbol is kept lower than the appearance rate of a normal symbol, and the game content is enhanced while ensuring the profit on the hall side so that the specific advantageous symbol does not appear too much. Ingenuity has been made.
  Apart from this, it is also possible to make the appearance rate of a specific advantageous symbol higher than the appearance rate of a normal symbol. In that case, it is preferable to consider the mutual profit balance between the hole and the player by changing other probability variation modes.
[0202]
  FIG. 41 shows a specific example of symbol data in which the appearance rate of a specific advantageous symbol is set to be higher than that of a normal symbol. As shown in FIG. 41, there are 26 types of jackpot symbol data addresses from +0 to +25, and symbol data is determined in the range of 0 to 9 corresponding to each address. Among them, “3”, which is a lucky jackpot symbol, is 3 out of 26 symbols, which means that the appearance rate of the lucky jackpot symbol is 3/26. In addition, “7”, which is a special lucky jackpot symbol, is 5 out of 26 symbols, which means that the appearance rate of the special lucky jackpot symbol is 5/26. Furthermore, “5”, which is the normal lucky symbol, is 2 out of 26 symbols like the other normal symbols, which means that the appearance rate of the normal lucky symbol and the normal symbol is 2/26. .
  Thus, since the appearance rate of the lucky jackpot symbol and the special lucky jackpot symbol is significantly increased, the player's expectation can be enhanced.
[0203]
  Special game state processing
  FIG. 42 is a diagram showing a subroutine of the symbol special game state process in step S418 in the symbol random number update process. When this subroutine is entered, first in step S800, it is determined whether or not the jackpot random number for symbol special gaming state processing is in the middle hit range. There are 200 types of random numbers for symbol special game state processing in the range [0] to [199], of which the big hit random number is [200], with a probability of 1/200, in the range of [0] to [49]. There are 50 types of hits, the probability is 1/4, and the range of [50] to [149] is 100 types with a small hit, and the probability is set to 1/2.
[0204]
  In addition, the random numbers for the special symbol game state processing are prepared separately from the random numbers for the normal big hit lottery (for example, they are generated separately and sequentially stored in the RAM with a predetermined random number table). When the transition is made, normal random numbers for lottery lottery are rewritten sequentially (forcibly updated) from the top.
[0205]
  When the jackpot random number for the symbol special gaming state processing is in the middle hit range (in the range [0] to [49]) in step S800, the process proceeds to step S802 to create the middle hit symbol. For example, a symbol having an odd number in the last two digits such as “877” is created. Next, the process proceeds to step S804.
  On the other hand, when the big hit random number for symbol special game state processing is not in the middle hit range in step S800, step S802 is jumped to and step S804 is advanced to. In step S804, it is determined whether or not the big hit random number for symbol special gaming state processing is in the small hit range. When the big hit random number for the special symbol game state processing is in the small hit range ([50] to [149] range), the process proceeds to step S806 to create a small hit symbol. For example, a symbol having an even number in the last two digits such as “722” is created. Thereafter, the process returns to the design random number update process. On the other hand, when the big hit random number for the symbol special gaming state processing is not in the small hit range in step S804, the process jumps to step S806 and returns to the symbol random number update processing.
[0206]
  In this way, the process of determining the big hit, the middle hit, and the small hit is performed using the big hit random number for the symbol special gaming state processing. Therefore, depending on the case, small hits and medium hits may be extremely concentrated, and the player is in a state advantageous to the player except for the big hits, and the game motivation is further increased.
  In addition, for example, when the big hit probability is high, when the game shifts to the symbol special game state process where the small hit and the middle hit are easy to play, the player's ball is stabilized and the anxiety can be eliminated. This mode is one of the transitions to the symbol special game state processing as described above.
[0207]
  Next, FIG. 43 is a diagram showing another embodiment of the present invention, which employs a remaining guarantee system. In the present embodiment, only the contents of the subroutine for the symbol monitoring process are different from those in the above embodiment, and the others are the same. Therefore, the subroutine of the symbol monitoring process will be described in detail.
  Symbol monitoring process (other examples)
  FIG. 43 is a diagram showing a subroutine of symbol monitoring processing in step S330 in the big hit processing. When this subroutine is entered, it is first determined in step S650 whether or not the number of special figure probability fluctuations is [0]. If the number of special figure probability fluctuations = [0], the big hit symbol is “7” in step S652. It is determined whether or not there is (ie, “777”: special lucky jackpot symbol). If it corresponds to a special lucky jackpot symbol, the number of special figure probability fluctuations is set to [5] in step S654, and the flow advances to step S656. As a result, when a big hit occurs in the special lucky big hit symbol, the big hit occurrence probability is increased so that the big hit is likely to occur at least five times thereafter.
[0208]
  On the other hand, when the number of special figure probability fluctuations is not [0] in step S650, it is determined that there is some remaining, and in step S658, [1] is subtracted from the number of previous special figure probability fluctuations and the process proceeds to step S652.
  If it is determined in step S652 that the symbol does not correspond to a special lucky jackpot symbol, the process proceeds to step S660, where it is determined whether or not the jackpot symbol is “3” (ie, “333”: lucky jackpot symbol). If it corresponds to the lucky jackpot symbol, it is determined in step S662 whether or not the remaining number of special figure probability fluctuations is [3] or more. If the remaining special figure probability variation number is less than [3], the special figure probability variation number is newly set to [3] in step S664, and the process proceeds to step S656. On the other hand, when the remaining number of special figure probability fluctuations is [3] or more, the process proceeds to step S656 without performing the process of step S664.
[0209]
  Such a process is performed when, for example, a special lucky jackpot symbol appears and the number of special figure probability fluctuations is set to [5], and then the lucky jackpot symbol is drawn in the state of [4]. This is because suddenly forcibly setting [3], which is the number of times the lucky jackpot symbol is set, is disadvantageous to the player. Therefore, when the lucky big hit symbol is drawn with the remaining state being [4], a larger value (that is, [4]) is adopted as the remaining number of times. That is, it is a remaining guarantee method that guarantees the remaining number of special figure probability fluctuations. Next, in step S656, the special figure big hit probability is changed (up).
  Next, processing in step S668 and step S670 is performed. These processes are the same as those in the above-described embodiment, whereby the fluctuation control of the probability per unit is performed.
  On the other hand, if NO in step S660, that is, if the jackpot symbol is not "3", the process proceeds to step S666, and it is determined whether or not the number of special figure probability fluctuations is [0]. When the number of special figure probability fluctuations = [0], the process proceeds to step S668. When the number of special figure probability fluctuations is not [0] and there is a remaining number, the process proceeds to step S656.
[0210]
  In this way, when the special lucky jackpot symbol or lucky jackpot symbol is drawn again while the special figure jackpot probability is fluctuating (up), the right of the reserved special lucky jackpot symbol or lucky jackpot symbol can be validated. Done. That is, it is ensured that the number of remaining special symbol probability fluctuations does not become lower than the reserved number of special lucky jackpot symbols or lucky jackpot symbols so as not to be disadvantageous to the player. Therefore, the willingness to play more than the above embodiment, and the fun increases.
[0211]
  As a modification, for example, when the number of remaining special figure probability fluctuations is [3] in the process of step S654, the special lucky big hit symbol is again drawn, so [3] + [5] = [8] Control may be performed to update the special figure probability fluctuation count to [8] by the calculation. This is a real addition method. In the same way, for example, when the number of remaining special figure probability fluctuations is [2] in the process of step S664, the lucky big hit symbol is drawn again, so [2] + [3] = [5] Then, control may be performed to update the special figure probability fluctuation count to [5]. This is also a real addition method.
[0212]
  Next, a modified aspect different from the control content of each of the above embodiments will be described.
A) Conditions for opening the normal electric start port 64
  In the above-described embodiment, the ball passes through the universal gate, which is a trigger condition for starting the rotation of the universal indicator 64a of the normal electric start port 64, and the normal electric start port 64 is opened when a specific display pattern is used. However, it is not limited to such an open condition, but as another trigger condition, for example, when a direct winning to a chucker (start winning prize opening) is detected, or when a ball is awarded to the V winning prize opening (That is, when a winning to a specific winning opening is detected: a winning V winning is detected) may be employed.
[0213]
  B) The jackpot probability of the special symbol display device is not limited to the example in the above embodiment, but may be other values. For example, adjustment is possible from the outside in three stages of 1/180, 1/200, and 1/220. At this time, usually, 1/200 is the reference probability, and the value is fluctuated by about 10%. In this case, it may be changed up and down by about 20%. In the same way, the jackpot probability (ordinary figure jackpot probability) of the normal symbol display deviceEvenThe value is not limited to the above example, and other values may be used.
[0214]
  C) During the jackpot probability increase, when a specific winning opening (for example, a starting winning opening) is won, the winning ball discharge number may be controlled to be larger and discharged. For example, when the normal low probability is 5 start winning holes are discharged and 15 general winning holes are discharged, only the big hit probability is increased to 12 or 10 to a value larger than at least 5 discharged. Good. In this way, the number of balls in which the hit probability is increasing increases, the ball holding time is improved, the number of balls purchased until the big hit is reduced, which is advantageous to the player, and the game motivation is increased.
  D) When the special lucky jackpot symbol is drawn, the number of subsequent jackpots may be guaranteed to be five. Further, in the case of five big hits, the special lucky big hit symbol may appear only in the last round so that five big hits can be guaranteed again.
[0215]
  In addition, the mode of the displacement operation | movement of the variable display in a special symbol display apparatus is not limited to a style like the said Example, A various deformation | transformation aspect is possible. In addition, the movable timing of the movable display can be variously modified.
[0216]
  Further, the location of the ball lending machine is not limited to the above example. For example, it may be integrated with the pachinko machine so as to be provided on the front panel portion or the front dish portion.
[0217]
  Further, the gaming machine according to the present invention is as in the above embodiment.pre-paidLimited to examples that apply to card-type pachinko machinesAbsent.For example, it can be applied to a credit-type pachinko machine.Of course,Can be widely applied to pachinko machines that do not use cards at allit can.
[0218]
【The invention's effect】
  According to the present invention, based on the number of symbol shifts between the first and second variable displays stopped in a display mode that can be a special display mode and the third variable display stopped last. Normal reach for variably displaying symbols at the first variable display speed in reach scroll, and special reach for variably displaying symbols at the second variable display speed that is more gradual than the first variable display speed in reach scroll. When either of them is configured to be controllable and special reach is controlled, the third variable display to be stopped last is slowly displaced from the upright state to the inclined state according to the second variable display speed.The third variable indicator that can be stopped at the end is arranged on the first member capable of displaying a plurality of symbols and the upper part of the first member, and performs a reach state effect by mechanical operation. Two members and a driving means for driving the first member. The driving means displaces the first member from the upright state to the inclined state, and the upper part of the first member is moved to the lower part of the second member. By abutting, the second member is pushed up to be displaced from the upright state to the inclined state, and the first member and the second member are displaced to a constant inclined state corresponding to the second variable display speed. So that we can controlThe reach scroll can be varied by changing the reach scroll, and the fun of the game and the expectation for the occurrence of the big hit can be improved.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a configuration of an embodiment of a card-type pachinko machine to which a gaming machine according to the present invention is applied.
FIG. 2 is a front view showing the game board of the embodiment.
FIG. 3 is a view showing a configuration of a back mechanism of the pachinko apparatus according to the embodiment.
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the accessory device of the embodiment.
FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of the back side of the accessory device of the same embodiment.
FIG. 6 is an exploded perspective view of a drive system of the accessory device according to the embodiment.
FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing the displacement operation of the beer bottle portion of the accessory device of the same embodiment example.
FIG. 8 is a diagram illustrating a displacement operation of the beer bottle portion of the accessory device of the same embodiment example.
FIG. 9 shows the accessory device of the embodiment.MugIt is a perspective view which shows the displacement operation | movement of a member.
FIG. 10 shows the accessory device of the embodiment.MugIt is a figure explaining the displacement operation | movement of a member.
FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining a symbol change and a displacement operation of the variable display according to the embodiment.
FIG. 12 is a block diagram of a control system of the pachinko apparatus according to the embodiment.
FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing a main routine of control of the same embodiment.
FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of random number update processing / timer and port output processing according to the embodiment;
FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of idle processing according to the embodiment;
FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of symbol rotation processing according to the embodiment;
FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of low-speed rotation start processing in the same embodiment.
FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of left high-speed rotation end processing of the same embodiment.
FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of left low speed rotation end processing of the same embodiment;
FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of right low speed rotation end processing of the same embodiment;
FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of symbol rotation end processing according to the embodiment;
FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of small hit / medium hit processing of the same embodiment;
FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of normal reach end processing and special reach end processing of the embodiment.
FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing a big hit processing subroutine of the embodiment;
FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of fanfare restart processing of the same embodiment.
FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing a subroutine for fanfare end processing and interval end processing according to the embodiment;
FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of a special winning opening opening end process of the same embodiment.
FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of end-time V check processing in the embodiment;
FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of design random number update processing according to the embodiment;
FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of jackpot determination random number update processing and symbol rotation number determination random number update processing of the same embodiment;
FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of beer bottle processing of the same embodiment.
FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of mascot motor processing according to the embodiment.
FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of ordinary power transmission processing in the embodiment.
FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing an idle processing subroutine of the embodiment;
FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of rotation processing of the same embodiment.
FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of hit processing / offset processing in the embodiment;
FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of random number update processing for ordinary maps according to the embodiment;
FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of symbol monitoring processing in the embodiment.
FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of jackpot symbol update processing according to the embodiment;
FIG. 40 is a diagram illustrating an example of a relationship between a jackpot symbol data address and symbol data according to the embodiment;
FIG. 41 is a diagram showing another example of the relationship between the jackpot symbol data address and symbol data according to the embodiment.
FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of symbol special game state processing according to the embodiment.
FIG. 43 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of symbol monitoring processing according to another embodiment of the present invention.
[Explanation of symbols]
  1 Pachinko machine
  2 Pachinko machines(Game machine)
  13 Game board
  15 Front operation panel
  62 Variable display (variable display device)
  62L Variable display (left) (variable display)
  62M Variable display (middle) (variable display)
  62R Variable display (right) (variable display)
  63 Special symbol display device
  301 CPU for character(Reach control means, normal reach fluctuation number determining means, special reach fluctuation number determining means)
  302 CPU for display

Claims (1)

A variable display device having a plurality of variable displays capable of variably displaying a plurality of symbols, and a special display mode in which the symbols of the first and second variable displays among the plurality of variable indicators are predetermined. Reach scroll to variably display symbols with a variable display speed that is slower than the normal variable display speed, with the variable display speed of the third variable display stopped at the last possible display mode. In a gaming machine that can generate a reach state,
The reach state includes a normal reach in which symbols are variably displayed at a first variable display speed that is slower than usual in the reach scroll, and a second variable that is more gradual than the first variable display speed in the reach scroll. And special reach that variably displays symbols at display speed,
Based on the number of symbol shifts between the first and second variable displays stopped in the display mode that can be the special display mode and the third variable display stopped last, the normal reach and special Configure either reach or control,
When controlling the special reach, the end is displaceable operation from 3 th variable display device of the second variable display speed is allowed slowly upright corresponding to of stopping the inclined state,
The third variable indicator to be stopped last is a first member capable of displaying a plurality of symbols, and a second member that is disposed on the top of the first member and produces a reach state by mechanical operation. And a driving means for driving the first member,
The first member is displaced from the upright state to the inclined state by the driving means, and the upper part of the first member is brought into contact with the lower part of the second member, so that the second member is pushed up and inclined from the upright state. The gaming machine is configured such that the first member and the second member are displaced to a certain inclination state in accordance with the second variable display speed .

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